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Division 2. Suburban Estate (SE)

22-596 Detached dwelling unit.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Detached dwelling unit

None

5 acres

30 ft.

10 ft.

10 ft.

10%

35 ft. above

average building

elevation

2 per dwelling unit

1. Not more than one dwelling unit may be located on the subject property regardless of the size of the subject property.

2. Section 22-946 et seq. contains regulations regarding home occupations and other accessories, facilities and activities associated with this use.

3. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

4. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

5. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

6. For provisions that relate to the keeping of animals, see § 22-981 et seq.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.10), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 02-424, § 3, 9-17-02)

22-597 Public or private stables.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Public or private stables

Process II

See note 1

5 acres

30 ft.

30 ft.

30 ft.

75%

35 ft. above average building elevation

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. Riding lessons, trail rides or similar commercial activities may be approve if they meet the following criteria:

a. The commercial traffic generated by this activity will not unreasonably interfere with nearby residential uses;

b. The streets in the vicinity of the subject property can support the anticipated traffic generated by this commercial use;

c. The size or location of the subject property can support the commercial activity; and

d. The site plan is designed to minimize adverse impacts on nearby residential property.

This use also requires approval through process II if there will be more than two horses per acre, excluding sucklings, on the subject property. The city may approve more than two horses per acre, excluding sucklings, if the nature of the use and facilities can reasonably support the increased number of animals in a humane and sanitary condition without unreasonably interfering with nearby residential uses.

2. Corrals, paddocks, barns, stables, pens and other buildings and enclosures that are part of this use may be no closer than 50 ft. to any property line, nor closer than 40 ft. to any dwelling unit on the subject property.

3. Outdoor storage of manure, hay, straw, shavings and similar organic materials may not be located closer than 50 ft. to any property line, nor closer than 40 ft. to any dwelling unit on the subject property.

4. This use must be operated by a person who resides in a dwelling unit on the subject property.

5. Vehicles and equipment may not be parked or stored closer the 30 ft. to any property line.

6. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

7. No commercial sales or processing may take place on the subject property under this section.

8. Electrical signs are not permitted. The city may impose additional limitations on signs to be compatible with nearby residential uses.

9. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

10. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

11. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.15), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97)

22-598 Raising agricultural crops.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Raising agricultural crops

Process I

5 acres

30 ft.

10 ft.

30 ft.

75%

35 ft. above

average building

elevation

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. Fertilizer, pesticides and other agricultural chemicals may not be stored, used or applied in any manner by which the chemicals will pollute any surface or ground water or enter adjacent property or streets.

2. No commercial sales or processing may take place on the subject property under this section.

3. This use must be operated by a person who resides in a dwelling unit on the subject property.

4. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

5. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

6. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

7. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.20), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97)

22-599 Keeping, raising animals, etc.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Keeping and raising of foraging and grazing animals, fowl and rabbits

Process I

5 acres

30 ft.

30

30 ft.

10%

35 ft. above average building elevation

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. The following types and numbers of animals are permitted:

a. Two of any of the following animals, plus sucklings, per acre of the subject property:

(1) Cows.

(2) Horses.

(3) Pigs.

(4) Other grazing or foraging animals, except as listed in paragraph b. below.

b. Ten sheep or goats, plus sucklings, per acre of the subject property.

c. Thirty fowl or rabbits per acre of the subject property.

2. Corrals, paddocks, barns, stables, pens and other buildings and enclosures that are part of this use may be no closer than 50 ft. to any property line, nor closer than 40 ft. to any dwelling unit on the subject property, excepting such structures and enclosures for pigs which may be no closer than 100 ft. to any property line.

3. This use must be operated by a person who resides in a dwelling unit on the subject property.

4. Outdoor storage of manure, hay, straw, shavings and similar organic materials may not be located closer than 50 ft. to any property line, nor closer than 40 ft. to any dwelling unit on the subject property.

5. Vehicles and equipment may not be parked or stored closer than 30 ft. to any property line.

6. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

7. No commercial sales or processing may take place on the subject property under this use listing.

8. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

9. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

10. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.25), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97)

22-600 Other agricultural, livestock uses.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Agricultural or livestock uses and activities other than as specifically listed in this zone

Process I

5 acres

30 ft.

30 ft.

30 ft.

75%

35 ft. above average building elevation

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. The city may approve any agricultural or livestock use or activity other than as specifically listed in this use zone if it meets the following criteria:

a. The use or activity will have no greater impact on nearby residential areas than would the uses and activities otherwise permitted in this zone.

b. The use or activity is commonly associated with agricultural or livestock use in suburban areas.

c. The streets and utilities serving the subject property can support the traffic and demand generated by the proposed use or activity.

2. As part of the approval of any proposal under this section, the city will establish specific landscaping, sign and parking requirements consistent with the approved use or activity. In addition, the city may impose additional required yard, height, maximum lot coverage and other dimensional and site design requirements to reduce or eliminate any adverse effects of the approved use or activity.

3. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

4. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

5. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.30), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97)

22-601 Churches, etc.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Church, synagogue or other place of religious worship

Process IV

See note 1

5 acres

30 ft.

30 ft.

30 ft.

75%

35 ft. above average building elevation

See notes 4, 5, and 6

A transportation management plan (TMP) shall be submitted as part of the application. The TMP shall address the following: traffic control, parking demand and management, and traffic movement to the adjacent street system.

1. This use must obtain a master plan approved through process IV. The master plan must show the ultimate development of the site including all buildings, parking and circulation areas, other major improvements and buffers. For proposals also requiring a development agreement, the city council’s public hearing on a development agreement shall take the place of the public hearing for master plan approval by the hearing examiner.

2. The subject property may contain a rectory or similar dwelling unit for use by the religious leader of the congregation. If this is a detached dwelling unit, its setbacks are as established for detached dwelling units in the zone.

3. The subject property must be adjacent to a collector or arterial right-of-way.

4. Maximum height of any portion of the building may be increased from 35 ft. to 40 ft., if all of the following are met:

a. The additional height is necessary to accommodate the particular use conducted in the building; and

b. Each required yard abutting the structure is increased one ft. for each one ft. the structure exceeds 35 ft.; and

c. An increase in height shall not block views designated by the comprehensive plan.

5. Maximum height of the sanctuary or principal worship area may be increased to 55 ft., if all of the following criteria are met:

a. Each required yard abutting the structure is increased one ft. for each one ft. the structure exceeds 35 ft. above average building elevation.

b. An increase in height shall not block views designated by the comprehensive plan.

6. Religious symbols and icons for churches and other religious institutions may exceed the highest point of the underlying roof on which it is mounted by an additional 15 ft.; provided, that such symbol is a minor architectural accent and only one such symbol is permitted on the principal structure for this use.

7. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

8. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

9. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

10. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.35), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99; Ord. No. 01-385, § 3, 4-3-01; Ord. No. 03-443, § 3, 5-20-03)

22-602 Golf course.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Golf course

Process IV

5 acres

50 ft.

50 ft.

50 ft.

75%

35 ft. above

average

building

elevation

See note 10

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. This use may be permitted only if it will not unreasonably interfere with the nearby residential uses.

2. Site design must minimize adverse impacts on nearby residential areas.

3. May not include miniature golf.

4. The following accessory uses may be permitted as part of this use:

a. Golf equipment storage facilities.

b. Retail sales and rental of golf equipment and accessories.

c. Clubhouse facilities.

5. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

6. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

7. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

8. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

9. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

10. Minor and supporting structures constructed as a functional requirement of golf courses may exceed the applicable height limitation provided that the director of community development services determines that such structures will not significantly impact adjacent properties.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.40), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99; Ord. No. 01-390, § 3, 6-5-01)

22-603 Day care facilities – Under 13 attendees.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Day care facilities for 12 or fewer attendees, except Class II home occupations

Process III

5 acres

30 ft.

10 ft.

10 ft.

75%

35 ft. above average building elevation

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. Use must be operated as part of a principal residential use of the subject property by a resident of the subject property.

2. May locate on the subject property only if it will serve the immediate area in which it is located and will not be detrimental to that area.

3. Hours of operation and maximum number of attendees may be limited by the city to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

4. The city may require an on-site passenger loading area, depending on the number and nature of attendees and the extent and nature of existing street improvements.

5. Site design, including, the location of parking and passenger loading areas shall be designed to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

6. This use must comply with the requirements of State Department of Social and Health Services.

7. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of the chapter may apply to the subject property.

8. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

9. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.45), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 91-87, § 5, 2-5-91; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97)

22-604 Day care facilities – Up to 50 attendees.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Day care facilities for 13 to 50 attendees

Process IV

5 acres

If this can accommodate 50 or more attendees, then:

75%

30 ft. above

average building

elevation

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. This use may locate on the subject property only if it will not be detrimental to the character of the neighborhood in which it is located and:

a. It will serve the immediate area in which it is located; or

b. The subject property is adjacent to a collector or arterial right-of-way.

2. If the use will serve children, the subject property must contain an outdoor play area with at least 75 sq. ft. for each child using the area at any one time. This play area must be completely enclosed by a solid fence or other screen at least six ft. in height. Play equipment and structured play areas may not be in required yards.

3. Hours of operation and maximum number of attendees may be limited by the city to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

4. The city may require an on-site passenger loading area, depending on the number and nature of attendees and the extent and nature of existing street improvements.

5. Site design, including, the location of parking and passenger loading areas shall be designed to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

6. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

7. May include accessory living facilities for one staff person.

8. This use must comply with the requirements of the State Department of Social and Health Services and/or

the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

9. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of the chapter may apply to the subject property.

10. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

11. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

12. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

50 ft.

50 ft.

50 ft.

Otherwise:

20 ft.

20 ft.

20 ft.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.50), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99)

22-605 Schools.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Schools

Process III

5 acres

If this can accommodate 50 or more attendees, then:

75%

55 ft. above average building elevation for gyms if located 100 ft. or more from an adjacent residential zone

30 ft. above

average building

elevation for all other structures

See notes 7 – 9 and 16

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. This use may locate on the subject property only if it will not be detrimental to the character of the neighborhood in which it is located and:

a. It will serve the immediate area in which it is located; or

b. The subject property is adjacent to a collector or arterial right-of-way.

2. If the use will serve children, the subject property must contain an outdoor play area with at least 75 sq. ft. for each child using the area at any one time. This play area must be completely enclosed by a solid fence or other screen at least six ft. in height. Play equipment and structured play areas may not be in required yards.

3. Hours of operation and maximum number of attendees may be limited by the city to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

4. The city may require an on-site passenger loading area, depending on the number and nature of attendees and the extent and nature of existing street improvements.

5. Site design, including, the location of parking and passenger loading areas shall be designed to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

6. All activities pertaining to schools, such as auto-repair or other uses that may impact adjacent properties, must take place within an enclosed building.

7. For all structures except gyms, if any portion of a structure on the subject property is located less than 100 ft. from an adjacent low density zone, then either:

a. The height of that portion of the structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

8. For all structures except gyms, if the structure is located 100 ft. or more from an adjacent low density zone, the maximum height may be increased from 30 ft. to 40 ft. if all of the following criteria are met:

a. The additional height is necessary to accommodate the particular use conducted in the building; and

b. Each required yard abutting the structure is increased five ft. for each one ft. the structure exceeds 30 ft. above average building elevation.

9. For any structure, including gyms, an increase in height above 30 ft. shall not block views designated by the comprehensive plan.

10. May include accessory living facilities for one staff person.

11. This use must comply with the requirements of the State Department of Social and Health Services and/or the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

12. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of the chapter may apply to the subject property.

13. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

14. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

(Continued on next page)

50 ft.

50 ft.

50 ft.

Otherwise:

20 ft.

20 ft.

20 ft.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

22-605 Schools. (Continued)

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

15. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

16. Minor and supporting structures constructed as a functional requirement of schools may exceed the applicable height limitation provided that the director of community development services determines that such structures will not significantly impact adjacent properties.

17. Schools may locate containers on-site for the storage of emergency preparedness supplies as an accessory use. Containers may not be located in any required yard. Landscaping may be required by the director of community development services to screen the installation if the proposed location will be visible from a public right-of-way and/or neighboring properties. Siting is subject to review and approval under process I, Site Plan Review, unless proposed as a component of another project; in which case the siting of the container will be reviewed as part of the overall development proposal and subject to the underlying review process.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.52), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99; Ord. No. 01-385, § 3, 4-3-01; Ord. No. 01-390, § 3, 6-5-01; Ord. No. 01-399, § 3, 8-7-01)

22-606 Noncommercial sports fields, etc.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Private noncommercial sports fields or similar open area uses

Process III

None

Determined on a case-by-case basis

75%

Determined on a case-by-case basis

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. The city may permit this use only if it meets the following criteria:

a. It will not unreasonably interfere with any nearby residential uses.

b. The streets and utilities serving the subject property can support the traffic and demand generated by the proposed use and activity.

c. Any undesirable effects or impacts from this use are clearly outweighed by its benefits.

2. The city will determine what minor accessory facilities, such as, but not limited to, changing rooms and storage sheds may be located on the subject property on a case-by-case basis.

3. The city may impose limitations to reduce or eliminate any undesirable effectors or impacts of this proposed development. This may include, but is not limited to, limiting the hours of operation of the uses and facilities on the subject property.

4. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

5. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

6. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

7. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.55), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99)

22-607 Community recreation areas.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Community recreation area or clubhouse

Process III

5 acres

30 ft.

30 ft.

30 ft.

75%

35 ft. above average building elevation

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. Hours of operation may be limited to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

2. Site design and specific uses and activities within the facility may be limited by the city to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.

3. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

4. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

5. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

6. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

7. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.60), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99)

22-608 Public transit shelter.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Public transit shelter

Process I

None

100%

15 ft. above

average building

elevation

None

1. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

2. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

3. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.65), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99)

22-609 Public utility.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Public utility

Process III

None

30 ft.

30 ft.

30 ft.

75%

35 ft. above

average building

elevation

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. May be permitted only if locating this use in the immediate area of the subject property is necessary to permit effective service to the area to be served.

2. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

3. The city may require additional landscaping or buffers on a case-by-case basis.

4. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

5. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

6. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

7. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.70), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99)

22-610 Government facility.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Government facility

Process III

None

30 ft.

30 ft.

30 ft.

75%

35 ft. above average building elevation

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. May be permitted only if locating this use in the immediate area of the subject property is necessary to permit effective service to the area to be served.

2. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

3. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

4. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

5. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

6. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.72), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99)

22-611 Public parks.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Public parks

Process III

None

Determined on a case-by-case basis

75%

Determined on a case-by-case basis

See note 6

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. This city will determine the specific structures and facilities and the nature and extent of improvements within each park based on the following factors:

a. The size and location of the park.

b. The neighborhood in which it is located.

c. The recreational needs of the neighborhood in which it is located and the city or region as a whole.

d. The best interests of the public.

2. If any portion of a structure on the subject property is within 100 ft. of a low density use, then either:

a. The height of that structure shall not exceed 15 ft. above average building elevation; or

b. The facade of that portion of the structure parallel to the low density use shall not exceed 50 ft. in length.

3. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

4. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

5. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

6. Minor and supporting structures constructed as a functional requirement of public parks may exceed the applicable height limitation provided that the director of community development services determines that such structures will not significantly impact adjacent properties.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.75), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99; Ord. No. 01-390, § 3, 6-5-01)

22-612 Cemeteries.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Cemeteries

Process IV

None

Determined on a case-by-case basis

75%

Determined on a case-by-case basis

Determined on a case-by-case basis

1. The city may permit this use only if it meets the following criteria:

a. It will not unreasonably interfere with any nearby residential uses.

b. The streets and utilities serving the subject property can support the traffic and demand generated by the proposed use and activity.

c. Any undesirable effects of impacts from this use are clearly outweighed by its benefits.

2. The city may impose limitations to reduce or eliminate any undesirable effectors or impacts of this proposed development. This may include, but is not limited to, limiting the hours of operation of the uses and facilities on the subject property.

3. Refer to § 22-946 et seq. to determine what other provisions of this chapter may apply to the subject property.

4. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

5. For community design guidelines that apply to the project, see Article XIX.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 90-43, § 2(15.80), 2-27-90; Ord. No. 91-92, § 3, 4-16-91; Ord. No. 93-170, § 7(Exh. B), 4-20-93; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 99-333, § 3, 1-19-99)

22-613 Accessory dwelling units.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximums

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards

Lot Coverage

Height of

Structure

Front

Side (each)

Rear

Accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in single-family residences

Process I

See note 1

30 ft.

10 ft.

10 ft.

See note 2

30 ft. above average building elevation

See note 5

1. An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) shall meet the definition outlined in § 22-1. Minimum lot size for ADUs is based upon the minimum lot size for the existing primary dwelling unit as set forth in § 22-596. The minimum lot size from § 22-596 is five acres.

2. Only one ADU may be created per subject property. The ADU and the primary dwelling unit together shall not exceed the maximum lot coverage prescribed in § 22-596.

3. An ADU shall be designed so that, to the degree reasonably feasible, the appearance of the building remains that of a single-family residence. The design and size of an ADU and the primary dwelling unit shall conform to all applicable standards in the zoning, building, plumbing electrical, mechanical, fire, health, and any other applicable codes, as required for any new construction. All ADUs and primary dwelling units shall also meet the minimum standards of the Uniform Housing Code. Certification by appropriate utility providers of availability of sufficient water, sewer and/or septic services to the proposed ADU, must be provided as part of the application.

4. Refer to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirements.

5. Standard parking requirements are set forth under § 22-631. Beyond these requirements, one additional of parking space is required for an ADU.

6. Section 22-946 contains regulations regarding home occupations and other accessory uses, facilities and activities associated with this use. Home occupations are not allowed in an ADU.

7. ADUs may be accessed through the entrance to the primary dwelling unit or through an additional entrance on the side or rear of the residence. Only one entrance is allowed on the front of the residence.

8. The property owner, must reside in either the primary dwelling unit or ADU for six months or more of each calendar year, and at no time receive rent or other compensation for the owner-occupied unit.

9. An ADU shall contain between 300 – 800 sq. ft., but shall not exceed 40% of the sq. ft. of the primary dwelling unit. The unit shall have no more than two bedrooms.

10. No more than one single housekeeping unit may occupy an ADU.

11. Application for an ADU permit shall be made to the department of community development services in accordance with the permit procedures adopted by the department, and shall include a letter of application from the owner(s) stating that the owner(s) shall occupy one of the dwelling units on the premises, except for bona fide temporary absences, for six months or more of the calendar year. An ADU application shall also be filed as a deed restriction with the King County department of records and elections to indicate the presence of an ADU, the requirement of owner occupancy, and other standards for maintaining the unit as described in this Code. Cancellation of an ADUs registration may be accomplished by the owner filing a letter with the department of community development services for recording at the department of records and elections, or may occur as a result of an enforcement action.

12. For sign requirements that apply to the project, see Article XVIII.

13. ADUs are not permitted on cluster subdivision lots under FWCC 20-154(g).

14. For provisions that relate to the keeping of animals, see § 22-981 et seq.

For other information about parking and parking areas, see § 22-1376 et seq.

For details of what may exceed this height limit, see § 22-1046 et seq.

For details regarding required yards, see § 22-1131 et seq.

Process I, II, III and IV are described in

§§     22-351 – 22-356,

     22-36122-370,

     22-38622-411,

     22-43122-460 respectively.

(Ord. No. 95-245, § 3(c), 11-21-95; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3, 4-1-97; Ord. No. 01-381, § 3, 1-16-01; Ord. No. 02-424, § 3, 9-17-02)

22-614 Personal wireless service facility.

The following uses shall be permitted in the suburban estate (SE) zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in this section:

USE

REGULATIONS

USE ZONE CHART

DIRECTIONS: FIRST, read down to find use . . . THEN, across for REGULATIONS

Required

Review Process

Minimums

Maximum

Height

Landscape

Signs

Required

Parking Spaces

SPECIAL REGULATIONS AND NOTES

Lot Size

Required Yards