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Title 12
STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC PLACESChapters:
12.04 Sidewalk Maintenance
12.08 Street Names and Addressing Buildings
12.12 Park Code
12.16 Street Design Standards
12.18 Use of Public Streets, Parks and Public Property for Film Making
12.20 Use of Public Streets, Parks and Public Property for Special Events
12.22 Commute Trip Reduction
12.24 Transportation Concurrency
Chapter 12.04
SIDEWALK MAINTENANCE
(Reserved)Chapter 12.08
STREET NAMES AND ADDRESSING BUILDINGSSections:
12.08.010 Purpose.
12.08.020 Street naming criteria.
12.08.030 Street designations and building address assignments and reassignments.
12.08.040 Posting requirement.
12.08.050 Enforcement.
12.08.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to provide criteria for the naming or renaming of public streets and the addressing of the principal entrances of all buildings or other uses. (Ord. 970 § 1, 2005; Ord. 749 § 2, 1995).
12.08.020 Street naming criteria.
The assignment of street names and addresses shall be based on the following criteria:
A. Existing named streets shall maintain the same names wherever possible.
B. New streets shall be named according to an approved name list to be prepared by the director of planning and approved by city council by resolution; provided, city council shall retain the authority to name or rename any street as it may determine appropriate for any special circumstance. The approved name list shall contain the names of local people and families, places, events, native fauna and flora and natural and geological features with cultural and historical significance to the area. All street names shall be reviewed by the police chief and the fire chief prior to final naming or renaming to ensure that street names are not confusingly similar to other existing street names or would otherwise be unsuitable for public safety reasons.
C. Principal entrances of all buildings or other uses shall be assigned a number according to the King County grid system, by the building official. (Ord. 970 § 2, 2005; Ord. 749 § 2, 1995).
12.08.030 Street designations and building address assignments and reassignments.
A. Streets in new subdivisions shall have proposed street names set forth in the preliminary plat and streets names shall be confirmed and established in final plats.
B. All streets shall carry a geographic suffix or prefix. Streets designated as avenues shall carry a geographic suffix and be in a north-south direction, and streets designated as streets shall carry a geographic prefix and be in an east-west direction.
C. Any new street not within a subdivision shall be named by recommendation of planning commission and resolution of city council.
D. The assignment of addresses for new buildings shall occur in conjunction with the issuance of a building permit.
E. Any street to be renamed shall be by recommendation of planning commission and resolution of city council.
F. Addresses shall be assigned by the building official, who shall consult with the police chief and fire chief. The assignment of addresses shall be based on the following criteria:
1. Avenues shall have odd numbers on the westerly side, and even numbers on the easterly side.
2. Streets shall have odd numbers on the southerly side, and even numbers on the northerly side.
G. Should the building official find that a building, structure, or premises is either not provided with an address, is not correctly addressed, or is not using the assigned address, he/she shall inform the owner, agent, or renter of the proper address and of the necessity to correct a deficiency through a notice of address reassignment. The notice of address reassignment shall have an effective date at least 20 days after the mailing date of the notice. It shall be unlawful for any owner, agent, or renter to fail to display the correct address, advertise with a wrong address, or use the wrong address after the effective date of a notice of reassignment. (Ord. 970 § 3, 2005; Ord. 749 § 2, 1995).
12.08.040 Posting requirement.
It shall be the duty of the owners, agent, or renter of all dwellings and commercial establishments except barns, garages and secondary buildings which are part of the same property with a numbered house or building, to place on such building its proper street number either by painting or by affixing such numbers in metal, glass, wood, or other forms. The number shall consist of Arabic numerals at least three inches in height in colors contrasting with the background in such manner and location as to be plainly visible from the public street which serves as the principal means of access to said house or building. The numerals shall be conspicuously placed immediately above, on or at the side of the door serving as the front or principal entrance to the house or building. In the event that numerals affixed to the house or building would not be plainly visible from the public street, or is greater than 50 feet from the nearest adjoining street, the address numbers shall be placed on a portion of the site that is clearly visible and no greater than 20 feet from the street. The owners, agent, or renter shall number such house or building in accordance with the provisions of this chapter within 180 days of the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter. (Ord. 749 § 2, 1995).
12.08.050 Enforcement.
Failure to comply with the requirements of this chapter shall constitute a civil infraction punishable by a penalty of $100.00. (Ord. 749 § 2, 1995).
Chapter 12.12
PARK CODESections:
12.12.010 Title.
12.12.020 Purpose.
12.12.030 Definitions.
12.12.035 Naming of parks, public open spaces, sensitive areas, and park facilities and features.
12.12.040 Hours.
12.12.045 Adopt-A-Park Program.
12.12.050 Conditions of use by community or other groups.
12.12.060 Groups to leave facilities in a satisfactory condition.
12.12.070 Liability of groups using facilities.
12.12.080 Liability insurance to be obtained by groups using facilities.
12.12.090 Adults to accompany minors.
12.12.100 Storage of equipment – Liability of city.
12.12.110 Posting signs, posters and notices.
12.12.120 Injury to park property unlawful.
12.12.130 Animals at large prohibited.
12.12.140 Dogs, pets or domestic animals prohibited on beaches and in buildings.
12.12.150 Disturbance by animals prohibited.
12.12.160 Horseback riding in designated areas only – Not to endanger others.
12.12.170 Motor vehicles – Parking in designated areas only.
12.12.180 Motor vehicles – Operation in designated areas only.
12.12.190 Motor vehicles – Speed limits.
12.12.200 Commercial trucks or other vehicles prohibited – Exceptions.
12.12.210 Swimming permitted in designated areas only.
12.12.220 Swimming or sunbathing prohibited in designated boat launching areas.
12.12.230 Swimmers to obey posted beach rules.
12.12.240 False alarm of drowning prohibited.
12.12.250 Fishing regulations.
12.12.260 Permission to hunt within city-owned open spaces, sensitive areas and park lands denied – Exceptions – Penalties.
12.12.270 Disrobing prohibited.
12.12.280 Repealed.
12.12.290 Practicing and playing certain games permitted in designated areas only.
12.12.300 Refuse and litter to be deposited in designated receptacles.
12.12.310 Testing vehicles prohibited.
12.12.320 Solicitation, peddling, advertising or use of amplifying devices prohibited.
12.12.330 Fireworks or explosives prohibited.
12.12.340 Alcoholic beverages prohibited except subject to special events permit.
12.12.350 Firearms and weapons permitted in designated areas only.
12.12.360 Aiding and abetting violation considered commission of act.
12.12.370 Penalties for violation.
12.12.010 Title.
This chapter may be cited as the “Park Code for the city of Snoqualmie.” (Ord. 475 § 1, 1979).
12.12.020 Purpose.
This chapter is declared to be an exercise of the police power of the city for the public peace, health, safety and welfare and its provisions are to be liberally construed. The park areas, playgrounds, activity centers and other facilities of the parks of the city are established by law for public recreation purposes. The primary purposes of such facilities and parks are for the accommodation of the public as a whole and secondary for the recreational activities of community groups or other groups consistent with the use of such facilities by the public as a whole. (Ord. 475 § 2, 1979).
12.12.030 Definitions.
The terms herein used unless clearly contrary to or inconsistent with the context in which used shall be construed as follows:
A. “Associated marine area” means any water area within 100 feet of any city park area or marine facility such as dock, pier, float, buoy, log boom, beach, or other such object which is a part of the city park area; provided, such area does not include private property.
B. “Motor vehicle” means any self-propelled device capable of being moved upon a road and in, upon, or by which any persons or property may be transported or drawn, and shall include, but not be limited to, automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, motor scooters, jeeps, or similar type of four-wheel-drive vehicles and snowmobiles, whether or not they can be legally operated upon the public highways.
C. “Park” means and includes all city parks, public squares, public drives, parkways, boulevards, golf courses, park museums, zoos, pools, bathing beaches and play and recreational grounds owned and controlled by the city of Snoqualmie.
D. “Park board” means the board of park commissioners as established and created by Chapter 2.08 SMC.
E. “Person” means all natural persons, firms, partnerships, corporations, clubs and all associations or combination of persons whenever acting for themselves or by an agent, servant, or employee.
F. “Trail” means any path or track designed for use of pedestrians, bicycles, or equestrians, and which is not of sufficient width, nor graded or paved with concrete, asphalt, gravel, or similar substance, so as to permit its use by standard passenger automobiles, or other right-of-way specifically designated and posted for nonvehicular use. (Ord. 815 § 1, 1998; Ord. 475 § 3, 1979).
12.12.035 Naming of parks, public open spaces, sensitive areas, and park facilities and features.
A. All public parks shall be named by the city council on recommendation of the parks board. Parks within new subdivisions shall have proposed names set forth in the preliminary plat and park names shall be confirmed and established in final plats. Parks outside of subdivisions shall be named by city council by resolution on recommendation of the parks board.
B. The criteria for naming parks shall be as follows:
1. Parks which have heretofore been officially named shall retain their existing names.
2. New public parks or existing parks which have not been officially named, other than community parks, shall be named after the public street on which they are located. If two parks are located on the same street, one park shall be named for the street and the second park shall be named in the same manner as a community park.
3. Community parks shall be named by city council on recommendation of the parks board as city council deems most appropriate. Names may be selected from approved name list to be prepared by the director of planning and approved by city council by resolution; provided, city council shall retain the authority to name or rename any park as it may determine appropriate for any special circumstance. The approved name list shall contain the names of local people and families, places, events, native fauna and flora and natural and geological features with cultural and historical significant to the area.
4. Prior to submittal of any proposed name to the parks board for its recommendation for the naming or renaming of any park, the proposed name shall be submitted to the planning, parks, police and fire departments for review and comment. Departmental comments shall be incorporated in any staff report to the parks board or city council.
C. Public open spaces, sensitive areas, and park features and facilities may, but shall not be required to, be named. If named, the name shall be approved by city council on recommendation of the parks board. Names may be selected from the approved name list, or chosen as otherwise deemed appropriate.
D. In the event a gift is offered to the city on condition that a public park, open space, sensitive area, park feature or facility be named after a specified person or otherwise be given a specific name, city council shall have sole authority to determine whether to accept or reject the gift. The naming of a public park, open space, sensitive area, park feature or facility under this subsection is subject to the other requirements of this section, except with respect to requirements that the park be named after the public street on which it is located or selected from the approved name list. Any gift made on any condition that affects the design, equipment or any physical feature of a public park, open space, sensitive area, park feature or facility shall be subject to park board review and recommendation. (Ord. 970 § 4, 2005).
12.12.040 Hours.
All city parks and park facilities shall be available and open for the use of the public during daylight hours; provided, that the city parks superintendent shall establish defined hours of operation according to the season during which parks and park facilities shall be open to the public; and further provided, city council may by resolution establish other hours of operation to provide for extended hours in areas where lighting has been provided, or curtailed hours of operation for areas containing play equipment or for other circumstances as deemed appropriate. Such hours shall be posted at the entrance to the park area affected by the hours. No person shall enter or be present at a city park area after closing time. (Ord. 815 § 2, 1998; Ord. 475 § 4, 1979).
12.12.045 Adopt-A-Park Program.
A. There is hereby authorized and established an Adopt-A-Park Program in the city of Snoqualmie. The purpose of the program shall be to provide the opportunity for organizations to assist in the maintenance, beautification and improvement of the city’s parks, trails and open spaces and to assist in planning and carrying out events through a city-administered volunteer program.
B. The director of parks and recreation is hereby authorized to establish and administer reasonable rules and regulations for the administration of the Adopt-A-Park Program, subject to approval of the parks board, which shall at a minimum include the following:
1. Qualifications for participating organizations;
2. Requirements for individual volunteers, including a background check;
3. Safety rules to be observed by all volunteers;
4. Provisions for the release of liability of the city by participating organizations and individual volunteers;
5. Standards for signage recognizing organizations adopting a park; and
6. Standard forms of agreements, releases and other documents required to implement the program, with the approval of the city attorney. (Ord. 971 § 1, 2005).
12.12.050 Conditions of use by community or other groups.
Community groups or other groups may reserve the use of facilities with the city clerk upon entering into an indemnity contract as hereinafter provided, providing liability insurance as hereinafter provided, and where such contemplated activities will not conflict in any way with the normal park usage by the public and provided, that such activities are:
A. Conducted in accordance with the uses and purposes of the city’s parks;
B. Held without admission charge;
C. Not conducted for private monetary gain;
D. Open to the general public without discrimination;
E. Scheduled during the hours when the facilities are regularly open.
The city clerk on any uncertainty of the application of any of these provisions may refer the same to the mayor for review, whereupon the mayor’s decision shall be final. (Ord. 475 § 5, 1979).
12.12.060 Groups to leave facilities in a satisfactory condition.
All groups must leave the facility in a condition considered satisfactory. Satisfactory shall mean restoring the facilities to the condition to which they were prior to the use of the group. No group shall conduct activities causing extra cleanup or custodial work unless, by prior previous agreement, provision has been made to pay the actual cost as estimated by the public works director and a deposit equal to such sum has been deposited with the city clerk to pay for such work. (Ord. 475 § 6, 1979).
12.12.070 Liability of groups using facilities.
Groups using facilities will be required to protect and save the city, its elected and appointed officials and employees while acting within the scope of their duties as such, harmless from and against all claims, demands, and causes of action of any kind or character, including the cost of defense thereof, arising in favor of group’s employees or third parties on account of personal injuries,
death, or damage to property arising out of use of the premises. (Ord. 475 § 7, 1979).
12.12.080 Liability insurance to be obtained by groups using facilities.
Groups using facilities shall obtain and maintain continuously public liability insurance and/or other insurance necessary to protect the public on premises used with limits of liability not less than:
A. One hundred thousand dollars each person personal injury;
B. Three hundred thousand dollars each occurrence personal injury;
C. Twenty-five thousand dollars each occurrence property damage. (Ord. 475 § 8, 1979).
12.12.090 Adults to accompany minors.
At all assemblies or functions by groups or of minors, responsible adults must be present throughout the entire function. (Ord. 475 § 9, 1979).
12.12.100 Storage of equipment – Liability of city.
The city will not provide storage space for any group using its facilities. Each group or assembly will be responsible for its own property for loss through theft or fire. (Ord. 475 § 10, 1979).
12.12.110 Posting signs, posters and notices.
A. It is unlawful for any person to attach any notice, bill, poster, sign, wire, rod or cord to any tree, shrub, railing, post or structure within any park; provided, that the erection of temporary directional signs, or decorations on occasions of public celebration and picnic may be done, provided the same are removed at the close of the occasion and provided that these same may be attached without causing injury to any property.
B. It is unlawful for any person to use, place or erect any signboard, sign, billboard, bulletin board, post, pole or device of any kind for advertising in any park. (Ord. 475 § 11, 1979).
12.12.120 Injury to park property unlawful.
It is unlawful for any person to remove, destroy, mutilate or deface any structure or any part of any structure or any structure therein, or attach thereto, or any monument, statue, vase, fountain, wall, fence, railing, vehicle, bench, shrub, tree, fern, plant, flower, lighting system or sprinkling system, or any other property lawfully located within any park. (Ord. 475 § 12, 1979).
12.12.130 Animals at large prohibited.
It is unlawful for any person to allow or permit any animals owned by him or within his possession or under his control, to run at large in any park or enter any lake, pond, fountain or stream located therein. All dogs or other pets or domestic animals must be kept on a leash no greater than eight feet in length and under control at all times while in the city park area. (Ord. 475 § 13, 1979).
12.12.140 Dogs, pets or domestic animals prohibited on beaches and in buildings.
Dogs, pets or domestic animals are not permitted on any designated swimming beach in any city park area nor in any public building, unless so posted; provided, that this section shall not apply to seeing-eye dogs. (Ord. 475 § 14, 1979).
12.12.150 Disturbance by animals prohibited.
No person shall allow his dog or other pet or domestic animal to bite or in any way molest or annoy other park visitors. No person shall permit his dog or other pet or domestic animal to bark continuously or otherwise disturb the peace and tranquility of the park. (Ord. 475 § 15, 1979).
12.12.160 Horseback riding in designated areas only – Not to endanger others.
A. No horses shall be permitted in any city area, except where designated by resolution or by the council and posted to specifically permit such activity. Horses shall not be permitted on any designated swimming area, campground or picnic area.
B. In such areas as may be designated and posted for horseback riding, no person shall ride any horse or other animal in such a manner that might endanger life or limb of any person or animal and no person shall allow such horse or other animal to stand in such area or any other area of the park unattended or insecurely tied. (Ord. 475 § 16, 1979).
12.12.170 Motor vehicles – Parking in designated areas only.
No operator of any automobile, trailer, camper, boat trailer, or other vehicle, shall park such vehicle in any city park area, except where the operator is using the area for a designated recreational purpose and the vehicle is parked in a designated parking area. No person shall park, leave standing, or abandon a vehicle in any city park area after closing time, except when camping in a designated area, as hereinafter provided; and except at the Railroad Park parking lot. Any vehicle found parked in violation of this section may be towed away at the owner’s or operator’s expense. (Ord. 475 § 17, 1979).
12.12.180 Motor vehicles – Operation in designated areas only.
No person shall operate any motor vehicle on a trail in any city park area unless such trail has been specifically designated and posted for such use. Subject to the provisions of this section, no person shall operate a motor vehicle within the boundaries of a city park area except on roads, streets, highways, parking lots, or parking areas; provided, that traveling upon such roads, streets, highways, parking lots, or parking areas has not been prohibited by proper posting. (Ord. 475 § 18, 1979).
12.12.190 Motor vehicles – Speed limits.
No person shall drive a motor vehicle within any city parking area at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for the traffic on, and the surface and width of the road, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons, property, or wildlife; provided, however, that in no event shall a vehicle be driven at a speed greater than 15 miles per hour in camp, picnic, utility, or headquarters areas, or in areas of general public assemblage; and provided further, that in no event shall a vehicle be driven at a speed greater than 25 miles per hour in any other area. The city council, however, upon finding that the safety of persons and the condition of the road and the traffic thereon so warrants, may establish lower speed limits and shall post the same in the area where so established. (Ord. 475 § 19, 1979).
12.12.200 Commercial trucks or other vehicles prohibited – Exceptions.
No person shall cause a truck or other vehicle while being used for commercial purposes to enter upon, use, or traverse any portion of any city park area or any park road therein except in the service of the parks, at the request of employees of this city or in the use of a special activity not inconsistent with the city park use. (Ord. 475 § 20, 1979).
12.12.210 Swimming permitted in designated areas only.
Swimming areas in the city park areas will be designated by resolution by the city council and such areas will be marked with buoys, log booms or other markers clearly designating the boundaries of such area. Swimming shall be permitted only within these areas. (Ord. 475 § 21, 1979).
12.12.220 Swimming or sunbathing prohibited in designated boat launching areas.
No person shall swim or sunbathe in any designated boat launching area. (Ord. 475 § 23, 1979).
12.12.230 Swimmers to obey posted beach rules.
All persons using any designated swimming areas shall obey all posted beach rules as may be established by resolution by the city council. (Ord. 475 § 22, 1979).
12.12.240 False alarm of drowning prohibited.
No person shall give or transmit a false signal or false alarm of drowning in any manner. (Ord. 475 § 24, 1979).
12.12.250 Fishing regulations.
All laws, rules and regulations of the State Game Commission relating to season, limits and methods of fishing are applicable to fishing for game fish in city park areas. No person may fish for, or possess any fish taken from any area which is posted with a sign prohibiting fishing. (Ord. 475 § 25, 1979).
12.12.260 Permission to hunt within city-owned open spaces, sensitive areas and park lands denied – Exceptions – Penalties.
A. For purposes of this section, the following words shall have the meanings set forth:
1. “Firearm” shall mean a weapon or device from which a projectile or projectiles may be fired by an explosive such as gunpowder.
2. “Hunt” (and its derivatives) shall mean any effort to kill, injure, trap or harass a wild animal or bird, by any means whatsoever.
3. “Trap” (and its derivatives) shall mean a method of hunting using a device to capture wild animals or birds.
4. “Wild animal” shall mean any of those species of the class Mammalia whose members exist in Washington in a wild state. The term “wild animal” shall not include feral domestic animals, moles, mice or rats.
B. The city as landowner hereby denies permission for any person to willfully hunt, trap, capture or disturb any wild animal or wild bird, or to take the eggs or nest of any such bird or wild animal within any city-owned open space, sensitive area or park land in the city.
C. The city acknowledges that responsibility for management of the wildlife resources of the state is vested in the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and this section shall not apply to personnel of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, or their authorized agents, while engaged in the performance of their official duties for management of the state’s wildlife resources.
D. Penalties for violation of this section shall be as follows:
1. Each person convicted of a violation of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor upon first conviction, and upon second or subsequent conviction be guilty of a gross misdemeanor.
2. Each individual animal unlawfully hunted, taken or possessed on publicly owned open space, sensitive areas or park lands in violation of this chapter shall constitute a separate offense. (Ord. 1011 § 1, 2007; Ord. 475 § 26, 1979).
12.12.270 Disrobing prohibited.
No person shall disrobe in public in any city park area. Clothing sufficient to conform to community standards shall be worn at all times. (Ord. 475 § 27, 1979).
12.12.280 Camping permitted in designated areas only – Registration required.
Repealed by Ord. 815. (Ord. 475 § 28, 1979).
12.12.290 Practicing and playing certain games permitted in designated areas only.
It is unlawful for any person or groups of persons to practice or play golf, baseball, cricket, lacrosse, polo, archery, hockey, tennis, badminton, or other games of like character, except at places designated by resolution by the city council and developed for such purposes and so designated by posting; and provided further, such activity is conducted without endangering or interfering with others using the park. (Ord. 475 § 29, 1979).
12.12.300 Refuse and litter to be deposited in designated receptacles.
It is unlawful for any person to throw any refuse, litter, broken glass, crockery, nails, shrubbery, trimmings, junk or advertising matter in any park or to deposit any waste or abandoned material therein except in designated receptacles. (Ord. 475 § 30, 1979).
12.12.310 Testing vehicles prohibited.
It is unlawful to operate any motor vehicle or motorcycle for the purpose of testing it, or ascertaining its fitness for service, along or upon any park drive, parkway or park boulevard. (Ord. 475 § 31, 1979).
12.12.320 Solicitation, peddling, advertising or use of amplifying devices prohibited.
No persons shall solicit, sell or peddle any goods, wares, merchandise, liquids or edibles for human consumption, or distribute or post any handbills, circulars or devices or use any loudspeakers or other amplifying device in any city park areas; provided, that nothing contained in this section shall prohibit the city council by resolution to establish a procedure and rules and regulations permitting sale of goods, wares or merchandise upon first obtaining a permit from the city and set sale of such goods to be consistent with the general intent and use of the parks and park facilities. (Ord. 498, 1981; Ord. 475 § 32, 1979).
12.12.330 Fireworks or explosives prohibited.
No person shall possess, discharge, set off, or cause to be discharged, in any city park area, any firecracker, torpedoes, rockets, fireworks, explosives, or substance harmful to the life or safety of persons or property. (Ord. 475 § 33, 1979).
12.12.340 Alcoholic beverages prohibited except subject to special events permit.
The opening and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages in a city park area is prohibited, except beer and/or wine may be allowed to be served as part of an organized event pursuant to an approved special events permit pursuant to Chapter 12.20 SMC. Such special events permit must be approved by the director of public safety, and shall include conditions authorizing such alcoholic beverages to be served only by a responsible business or organization within an enclosed area, subject to such additional conditions as may be prescribed by the director of public safety. The special events permit shall further include a condition requiring compliance with all regulations of the Washington State Liquor Control Board. Violation of this section shall be a misdemeanor. (Ord. 836 § 1, 1999; Ord. 475 § 34, 1979).
12.12.350 Firearms and weapons permitted in designated areas only.
No person shall possess a firearm with a cartridge in any portion of the mechanism; nor shall any person discharge across, in, or into any park area a firearm, bow and arrow, or air or gas weapon, or any device capable of injuring or killing any person or animal, or damaging or destroying any public or private property, except in such area and under such circumstance as the council may by resolution designate, and post. (Ord. 475 § 35, 1979).
12.12.360 Aiding and abetting violation considered commission of act.
Any person aiding and abetting the commission of any of the acts constituting an offense whether present or absent, and any person who directly or indirectly counsels, encourages, hires, commands, induces, or otherwise procures another to commit such an offense shall be proceeded against and prosecuted as the commission of the act itself. (Ord. 475 § 37, 1979).
12.12.370 Penalties for violation.
Every person who wilfully violates any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $500.00, or by imprisonment in jail for not more than six months or both. In addition every person failing to comply with any provision of this chapter shall be subject to immediate ejection from the city park area. (Ord. 475 § 36, 1979).
Chapter 12.16
STREET DESIGN STANDARDSSections:
Article I. Definitions
12.16.010 Generally.
12.16.020 Builder.
12.16.030 Building department.
12.16.040 City.
12.16.050 City council.
12.16.060 City engineer.
12.16.070 City planning commission.
12.16.080 Contractor.
12.16.090 Developer.
12.16.100 Drainage guidelines.
12.16.110 Inspector.
12.16.120 King County road standards.
12.16.130 New construction.
12.16.140 Private property owner.
12.16.150 Professional engineer.
12.16.160 Public works department.
12.16.170 Reconstruction.
12.16.180 Registered land surveyor.
12.16.190 Roadway width.
12.16.200 Street committee.
12.16.210 Walkway.
Article II. General Provisions
12.16.220 Purpose of design standards.
12.16.230 Compliance.
12.16.240 Applicability – Property utilizing public right-of-way.
12.16.250 Applicability – Remodeled building exterior.
12.16.260 Requirements for single-family residences.
12.16.270 Requirements for commercial and multifamily buildings.
12.16.280 General procedure for project approval.
Article III. New Construction – Minimum Standards for Design of Streets
12.16.290 Structural design.
12.16.300 Vertical clearance.
12.16.310 Lateral clearance.
12.16.320 Bridges.
12.16.330 Roadway geometrics.
12.16.340 Construction specifications.
12.16.350 Traffic-control devices.
12.16.360 Pedestrian facilities.
12.16.370 Bridge railings.
12.16.380 Ramps for the handicapped.
Article IV. New Construction – General Guidelines
12.16.390 Lateral clearance.
12.16.400 Utility location.
12.16.410 Railroad grade crossings.
12.16.420 Storm drainage.
12.16.430 Off-street parking.
12.16.440 Safety features.
Article V. New Construction – Design Details for City Streets
12.16.450 Neighborhood collector streets.
12.16.460 Access streets.
Article VI. Drainage
12.16.470 Drainage plan.
12.16.480 Storm drains in curb and gutter section.
12.16.490 Catchbasins, manholes and inlets.
12.16.500 Runoff control policies.
12.16.510 Runoff diversion.
12.16.520 Peak discharge control.
12.16.530 Oil separation devices.
12.16.540 Erosion and siltation control.
Article VII. Utilities
12.16.550 Street right-of-way primarily for traffic.
12.16.560 Standard utility locations.
12.16.570 Underground pipe materials and installation.
12.16.580 Scheduling of utilities installation and relocation.
12.16.590 General requirements.
Article VIII. Roadside Features
12.16.600 Driveways.
12.16.610 Rock retaining walls.
12.16.620 Side slopes.
12.16.630 Street trees and landscaping.
12.16.640 Survey monuments.
Article IX. Inspection
12.16.650 Approval of plans prior to commencement of work.
12.16.660 Engineer – Authority.
12.16.670 State standards to apply.
12.16.680 Street inspections.
12.16.690 Developers required to notify.
12.16.700 Revisions to inspection sequence.
Article X. Deposits, Fees and
Obligations to the City12.16.710 Cash deposits.
12.16.720 Checking fees.
12.16.730 Inspection fees.
12.16.740 Developer agreement.
12.16.750 Performance bond.
12.16.760 Guarantee bond.
12.16.770 Standard forms.
12.16.780 Design standard detail and drawings.
Article XI. Violations
12.16.790 Misdemeanor – Penalty.
Article I. Definitions
12.16.010 Generally.
The following words, terms, and titles, or pronouns and abbreviations used in place of them, shall be construed as defined in this article. (Ord. 483 § 1, 1980).
12.16.020 Builder.
“Builder” means the individual, firm, partnership or corporation, or combination thereof, proposing to perform, or performing work in the public right-of-way or in areas to be dedicated to public use, whether under contractual agreement or not. (Ord. 483 § 1.12, 1980).
12.16.030 Building department.
“Building department” means the building department of the city or such other agencies contracted with by the city to perform specialized building department functions. (Ord. 483 § 1.6, 1980).
12.16.040 City.
“City” means the city of Snoqualmie, King County, Washington. (Ord. 483 § 1.1, 1980).
12.16.050 City council.
“City council” means the regularly constituted council and mayor of the city. (Ord. 483 § 1.2, 1980).
12.16.060 City engineer.
“City engineer” means the engineer appointed by the city council to serve as engineer for the city. The word “engineer” is sometimes used in text as inspector. (Ord. 483 § 1.8, 1980).
12.16.070 City planning commission.
“City planning commission” means the regularly constituted planning commission of the city. (Ord. 483 § 1.4, 1980).
12.16.080 Contractor.
“Contractor” means the individual, firm, partnership, corporation, or combination thereof, proposing to perform, or performing work under contractual agreement with a developer, in the public right-of-way or in areas to be dedicated to public use, such as in a proposed plat. (Ord. 483 § 1.11, 1980).
12.16.090 Developer.
“Developer” means the individual, firm, partnership, corporation, or combination thereof, proposing to perform, performing, or having work performed under contractual agreement in the public right-of-way or in areas to be dedicated to public use, such as in a proposed plat. (Ord. 483 § 1.10, 1980).
12.16.100 Drainage guidelines.
“Drainage guidelines” refers to “Requirements and Guidelines for Drainage Control in King County” adopted as the city standard. (Ord. 483 § 1.20, 1980).
12.16.110 Inspector.
“Inspector” means the person assigned by the city to inspect the various street improvement projects, which person or combination of persons may be a member of the city’s consulting engineering firm, city engineer or the city superintendent, or any other person assigned, acting under the orders of the mayor and city council; their authority being limited to the particular duties to which they are assigned. (Ord. 483 § 1.9, 1980).
12.16.120 King County road standards.
“King County road standards” means the current road standards adopted by King County. (Ord. 483 § 1.5, 1980).
12.16.130 New construction.
“New construction” means the building of a new roadway or structure on new alignment, or the upgrading of an existing roadway or structure by the addition of one or more lane widths. New construction shall include public utilities. (Ord. 483 § 1.16, 1980).
12.16.140 Private property owner.
“Private property owner” means the owner or owners of one or more parcels of land, desiring to perform work or have work performed in the public right-of-way, and shall be considered as a builder as defined in SMC 12.16.020. (Ord. 483 § 1.13, 1980).
12.16.150 Professional engineer.
“Professional engineer” means a professional engineer licensed and registered in the state of Washington. (Ord. 483 § 1.14, 1980).
12.16.160 Public works department.
“Public works department” means the public works department of the city. (Ord. 483 § 1.7, 1980).
12.16.170 Reconstruction.
The following types of projects are classed as “reconstruction,” and these design standards do not apply:
A. Modernization of an existing highway by resurfacing, widening less than a single lane width, adding shoulders or adding turn lanes at intersections. When adding turn lanes, the existing through lanes shall not be narrowed below their existing width.
B. Temporary replacement of a highway facility, which is commenced immediately after the occurrence of a natural disaster or catastrophic failure, to restore the highway for the health, welfare and safety of the public. (Ord. 483 § 1.17, 1980).
12.16.180 Registered land surveyor.
“Registered land surveyor” means a land surveyor licensed and registered as a land surveyor in the state of Washington. (Ord. 483 § 1.15, 1980).
12.16.190 Roadway width.
“Roadway width” means the portion of a highway between curbs or including shoulders, intended for vehicular use. This definition is for use in these design standards only. (Ord. 483 § 1.18, 1980).
12.16.200 Street committee.
“Street committee” means the committee, composed of members of the city council, appointed by the mayor to investigate, study and report to the city council on matters pertaining to streets and related subjects. (Ord. 483 § 1.3, 1980).
12.16.210 Walkway.
“Walkway” means a continuous way designated for pedestrians, and separated from the through lanes for motor vehicles by a curb, space or barrier. (Ord. 483 § 1.19, 1980).
Article II. General Provisions
12.16.220 Purpose of design standards.
It is the intent of these design standards to outline the minimum requirements for streets, and related construction, in areas where new development is proposed and for improvements to existing developments. (Ord. 483 § 2, 1980).
12.16.230 Compliance.
It is recognized that deviations from these standards may be necessary on projects which have special or limiting requirements and it is herein emphasized that each project will be considered on an individual basis. The requirements of these design standards do not relieve a developer, contractor, builder, or private property owner from his responsibility to comply with the requirements of other codes, standards or ordinances applicable to the planning and construction of improvements as agreed upon with the city. (Ord. 483 § 2, 1980).
12.16.240 Applicability – Property utilizing public right-of-way.
This chapter shall apply to improvements on property other than new plats, wherein the property utilizes existing or proposed public right-of-way. Improvements shall include new buildings, remodeling, parking lots, etc., requiring construction of streets and utilities deemed necessary by the city. Necessity shall be determined by the function of the improvement, community safety and welfare, and shall include aesthetics. (Ord. 483 § 2, 1980).
12.16.250 Applicability – Remodeled building exterior.
This chapter applies if the building exterior is remodeled on one or more faces. (Ord. 483 § 2, 1980).
12.16.260 Requirements for single-family residences.
Minimum requirements for single-family residential buildings shall be installation and/or replacement of sidewalk. Development of three or more contiguous single-family residential buildings will require street construction (half or full section) complete with required utilities. (Ord. 483 § 2, 1980).
12.16.270 Requirements for commercial and multifamily buildings.
Commercial and multifamily buildings shall construct the necessary streets, sidewalks and utilities, etc., extended beyond the property as deemed necessary by the city. Water mains shall be improved to meet fire flow requirements as established by the fire marshal and the city. (Ord. 483 § 2, 1980).
12.16.280 General procedure for project approval.
A. Preapplication. Persons who wish to record a plat or to construct an improvement utilizing any public right-of-way (existing or future) shall meet with the city engineer to plan and work out the specific requirements of the proposed improvements prior to submitting an application for the improvement or the plat.
B. Improvements within Plats. All applications for improvements utilizing proposed or existing public rights-of-way that are a component of a preliminary short plat or subdivision shall be approved as a component of the respective short plat or subdivision prior to construction of any improvements.
C. Other Improvements. All other improvements utilizing proposed or existing public rights-of-way must be approved by the city engineer.
D. Other Approvals. An applicant will be required to receive the following approvals before a permit for the proposed development project will be granted:
1. Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) approval of all projects having to do with public or private water supply systems;
2. Washington State Department of Ecology (DOE) approval of all projects having to do with public or private sewerage disposal systems;
3. Washington State Fisheries Department and Game Department approval of all projects which affect any stream, river or lake in any way whatsoever;
4. Snoqualmie city council approval of final plat map and city engineer approval of all related construction drawings (street, storm, sanitary, water, with details, etc.), subject to posting of performance bond if applicable;
5. Any other approvals that may be necessary depending on the nature and location of the proposed project. (Ord. 769 § 2, 1996; Ord. 483 § 3, 1980).
Article III. New Construction – Minimum Standards for Design of Streets
12.16.290 Structural design.
Design procedures shall conform to accepted engineering practices approved by a registered professional engineer. (Ord. 483 § 4.1(1), 1980).
12.16.300 Vertical clearance.
Vertical clearance above the paved roadway surface shall be a minimum of 16-1/2 feet. Vertical clearance of structures above the walkway surface shall be a minimum of eight feet. (Ord. 483 § 4.1(2), 1980).
12.16.310 Lateral clearance.
The lateral clearance between curb face and the closest part of any fixed object (excluding traffic-control signs and breakaway supports), shall be at least three feet. (Ord. 483 § 4.1(3), 1980).
12.16.320 Bridges.
Bridges shall be designed to the requirements set forth in the latest American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges. Bridges shall have a minimum roadway width of 28 feet. Sidewalks shall be in addition. Design live loading for all bridges shall be not less than HS 20-44. (Ord. 483 § 4.1(4), 1980).
12.16.330 Roadway geometrics.
Design(s) shall be based upon accepted engineering practices and current AASHTO standards. (Ord. 483 § 4.1(5), 1980).
12.16.340 Construction specifications.
Current editions of Standard Specifications of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), or the American Public Works Association (APWA), shall be used. (Ord. 483 § 4.1(6), 1980).
12.16.350 Traffic-control devices.
All traffic-control devices shall conform to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTD), as modified by the Washington State Transportation Commission. (Ord. 483 § 4.1(7), 1980).
12.16.360 Pedestrian facilities.
There shall be a minimum four-foot (clear) surfaced walkway on each side of the street unless topography or other special conditions favor one walkway only. The city will designate the minimum width and locations of walkways. (Ord. 483 § 4.1(8), 1980).
12.16.370 Bridge railings.
Where an approach rail is required, it will be made continuous with the bridge railing. Railing height for pedestrian-only traffic is three feet six inches, for bicycles only is four feet six inches, for combined is four feet six inches. When concrete barriers are used to separate vehicles from pedestrians and bicycles, the 32-inch concrete barrier shall have a metal rail extension providing a total height of four feet six inches. (Ord. 483 § 4.1(9), 1980).
12.16.380 Ramps for the handicapped.
Ramps shall be included in all construction. See RCW 35.68.075 “Curb Ramps for Physically Handicapped Required,” as amended by Ch. 137, “Sidewalk Ramps,” Washington Laws, 1977 First Extraordinary Session. (Ord. 483 § 4.1(10), 1980).
Article IV. New Construction – General Guidelines
12.16.390 Lateral clearance.
A. Location of utility poles near the edge of the right-of-way should be considered.
B. Breakaway designs for traffic-control devices and lighting should not be used where the falling object could create a hazard to pedestrian traffic.
C. Where edge of right-of-way locations are not feasible for utilities, it is desirable that all trees, utility supports, etc., be placed a uniform distance from the curb. Clearance to trees should account for estimated trunk diameter at maturity. (Ord. 483 § 4.2(1), 1980).
12.16.400 Utility location.
Except as noted under SMC 12.16.390, local standards for utility locations should be followed. (Ord. 483 § 4.2(2), 1980).
12.16.410 Railroad grade crossings.
Flashing-light signals which indicate the approach or presence of trains should be installed at those railroad-highway grade crossings where studies by qualified engineers indicate the need of warning beyond that provided by signs and markings. (Ord. 483 § 4.2(3), 1980).
12.16.420 Storm drainage.
Normally, storm drainage should be handled by underground collection systems, but other means may be used where permitted. (Ord. 483 § 4.2(4), 1980).
12.16.430 Off-street Parking.
If existing conditions do not allow the construction of a street to the minimum width, consideration should be given to removing the parking lanes and constructing strategically located parking lots. (Ord. 483 § 4.2(5), 1980).
12.16.440 Safety features.
A. Guardrail installation should be considered to protect vehicle occupants where roadside obstacles cannot be removed or designed to yield upon impact.
B. Supports for traffic-control devices and lighting, including mast arm or span wires, should be designed to yield or break away under impact unless the breakaway design will endanger pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
C. Guardrails or other design features which protect people from out-of-control vehicles at locations such as playgrounds, schoolyards, and commercial areas should be considered.
D. Bridge rail designs which minimize the severity of impact and retain or redirect the encroaching vehicle should be considered. (Ord. 483 § 4.2(6), 1980).
Article V. New Construction – Design Details for City Streets
12.16.450 Neighborhood collector streets.
Design details for new neighborhood collector streets shall be as follows:
A. Function. To collect and distribute traffic from higher-type arterial streets to access streets, or directly to traffic destinations; to serve neighborhood traffic generators such as one store or small group of stores, elementary schools, churches, clubhouses, small hospitals or clinics, small apartment areas, etc.;
B. Planning Features. Should function as an arterial street only within one neighborhood, and should serve traffic only with an origin or destination within that neighborhood;
C. Access Conditions. Intersections at grade with direct access to adjacent property permitted;
D. Traffic Features. Traffic-control measures as warranted, but not to encourage traffic with trips through the neighborhood. Parking restricted as necessary.
Average Daily Traffic: 500 to 5,000
Horizontal Curvature:
Minimum
Maximum
Radius
Degrees
in feet
Flat terrain
8.0
715
Rolling terrain
14
410
Mountainous terrain
21
275
(Superelevation required)
Maximum Grades:
Flat terrain: 7%
Rolling terrain: 10%
Mountainous terrain: 12%
These grades may be exceeded for short distances when approved by council.
Minimum 2-Lane Pavement Width: 24 ft.
Number of lanes (minimum): Two with parking
Minimum Roadway Width:
With curbs:
No parking
28 ft.
(Not recommended)
Parking one side
32 ft.
Parking both sides
40 ft.
(Min. for bus route)
New Bridges:
Roadway width (Min.)
Not less than
approach
roadway width
Design load (AASHTO)
HS 20-44
Vertical clearance (Min.)
16.5 ft.
Right-of-Way Width (Min.): 60 ft.
(Ord. 483 § 4.3(A), 1980).
12.16.460 Access streets.
Design details for new access streets shall be as follows:
A. Function. To provide access to adjacent property;
B. Planning Features. Should be designed and located to prevent continuous or unobstructed flow of traffic through a neighborhood;
C. Access Conditions. Intersections at grade with direct access to adjacent property;
D. Traffic Features. Traffic-control measures as warranted to provide adequate sight distance and safety.
Average Daily Traffic: Variable; usually less than 600
Horizontal Curvature:
Minimum
Maximum
Radius
Degrees
in feet
Flat terrain
14
410
Rolling terrain
28.5
200
Mountainous terrain
50
115
(Superelevation required)
Maximum Grades:
Flat terrain: 8%
Rolling terrain: 12%
Mountainous terrain: 15%
These grades may be exceeded for short distances when approved by council.
Minimum 2-Lane Pavement Width: Varies from 22 ft. to 20 ft.
Minimum Roadway Width:
With curbs:
No parking
26 ft.
Parking one side
30 ft.
Parking both sides
36 ft.
(40 ft. for bus route)
New Bridges:
Roadway width (Min.)
Greater than or
equal to the
approach road-
way but not
less than 28 ft.
Design load (AASHTO)
HS 20-44
Vertical clearance (Min.)
16.5 ft.
Right-of-Way Width (Min.): 60 ft.
(Ord. 483 § 4.3(B), 1980).
Article VI. Drainage
12.16.470 Drainage plan.
Drainage facilities on city roads shall generally conform to “Requirements and Guidelines for Drainage Control in King County,” current edition. This is hereafter referred to as “drainage guidelines.” Note the requirements for a drainage plan, beginning on page 1 of that publication, and “Drainage Policies and/or Recommendations,” which follows in the latter part of the same manual. This drainage plan shall be submitted either integral with the plan and profile for the road design, if graphic space permits, or on separate plan and data sheets. In either case the drainage plan shall include runoff calculations keyed to topographic maps; location, specific size, grade, and elevation data on all hydraulic features; and facilities for retention and for grease and siltation control. (Ord. 483 § 5.1, 1980).
12.16.480 Storm drains in curb and gutter section.
A. Underground storm drainage shall be provided for curb street section whenever the length of surface drainage exceeds 300 feet on road grade extending either direction from the crest or sag of vertical curves.
B. Storm drain pipe other than pipe connecting inlets to the main storm drain shall be a minimum 12-inch diameter and of specified rubber-gasketed corrugated metal or rubber-gasketed concrete pipe. Runoff shall be computed and, if the flow requires it, larger pipe shall be used.
C. Storm drain pipe connecting inlets to the main storm drain by structure, i.e., catchbasin or manhole, shall be minimum eight-inch diameter rubber-gasketed corrugated metal or rubber-gasketed concrete pipe, with a maximum length of 55 feet.
D. Connections of storm drain pipe leading from an inlet location may be made into a main storm drain without structure, subject to case-by-case approval by the engineer and subject to the following requirements:
1. The inletting structure shall be a catchbasin and not a simple inlet lacking a catch or drop section.
2. Inlet-connection and main storm drain pipes shall be of same material and type, either rubber-gasketed corrugated metal or rubber-gasketed concrete pipe.
3. Length of the inlet connection shall not exceed 55 feet.
4. Standard shop-fabricated tees, wyes, and saddles shall be used, except that connections with concrete pipe may be field-tapped.
E. Zinc-coated (galvanized) corrugated iron or steel pipe shall be coated with protective Treatment 1 in accordance with Section 9-05.4(3) of the State Standard Specifications.
F. Subject to approval by the engineer, other pipe materials and methods, such as but not limited to plastic or cast-in-place concrete pipe, may be used provided that conditions make it feasible, recognized specifications are available to control quality, and acceptable user experience with the product is shown.
G. The rubber gasket requirement above may be waived by the engineer if it can be shown that joint leakage will not be an adverse factor.
H. Storm drain gradients shall be such as to assure minimum flow velocity of three feet per second when flowing full.
I. Closed (underground) drain lines shall not be located with the centerline closer than five feet to any property line separating adjacent lots or tracts. A drainage easement shall be located entirely within a single lot or tract, except where linear extent of the drain line may involve additional properties. (Ord. 483 § 5.2, 1980).
12.16.490 Catchbasins, manholes and inlets.
A. Maximum space on surface drainage courses between inlets or catchbasins shall be 200 feet on road grades up to one and a half percent. When the road grade is one and a half percent to three percent, maximum spacing shall be 300 feet; when the grade is three percent or greater, maximum spacing shall be 400 feet.
B. Maximum spacing on main storm drains between access structures, whether catchbasins or manholes, shall be 600 feet.
C. Curb inlets without drop section or catch may be used provided they are connected to a main storm drain by catchbasin.
D. Adequate measures shall be taken to limit surface drainage from yards and roof drains so as to prevent water damage or nuisance within the right-of-way. Such measures may include but are not limited to the following:
1. Three-inch pipe laid subsurface from yard inlet to nearest catchbasin or curb inlet;
2. Three-inch pipe laid from yard inlet under sidewalk and out through curb face. This method is not permissible when curb is on high side of superelevation or in any situation in which street drainage cannot be confined to gutter receiving yard runoff;
3. Eight-inch pipe stubbed from catchbasin or curb inlet structure to back of sidewalk and plugged, to provide future connection to one or more yard drains. (Ord. 483 § 5.3, 1980).
12.16.500 Runoff control policies.
The elements set out in SMC 12.16.510 through 12.16.540 of referenced King County Code Chapter 20.50 and the drainage guidelines are summarized herein for emphasis. (Ord. 483 § 5.4, 1980).
12.16.510 Runoff diversion.
Surface water entering the road right-of-way shall be received at the naturally occurring location. Surface water existing in the right-of-way shall be discharged at the natural location with adequate energy dissipators to minimize downstream damage. There shall be no diversion at either of these points. In subdivisions in planning stage these rules shall apply to the total property, by division, which is under development and not just to the proposed road right-of-way. (Ord. 483 § 5.4(A), 1980).
12.16.520 Peak discharge control.
A. The peak discharge from the road right-of-way or from total subdivided property shall not be increased due to the proposed construction.
B. Retention or detention facilities acceptable to the engineer shall be provided in order to handle all surface water in excess of the peak discharge. (Ord. 483 § 5.4(B), 1980).
12.16.530 Oil separation devices.
Whenever significant contamination of runoff with oil or grease is anticipated, an oil/grease separation device, as specified in drainage guidelines or acceptable to the engineer, shall be installed. It shall be located at a point where it can be maintained and where it will intercept floating contaminants flowing off the road right-of-way. (Ord. 483 § 5.4(C), 1980).
12.16.540 Erosion and siltation control.
A. Excavation and grading shall be done in a manner to maintain controlled drainage of the work site and to minimize the exposure of unprotected slopes to the action of precipitation or flowing groundwater.
B. When possible, existing natural vegetation shall be left intact.
C. Exposed slopes when completed shall be given appropriate permanent protection as soon as practical, e.g., grass or other groundcover, riprap, rockeries, or retaining walls.
D. The provisions of Section 3, Temporary Erosion/Sedimentation Control, of the King County drainage guidelines shall apply. This shall include the submittal of an effective temporary erosion/sedimentation control plan to be approved by the engineer prior to starting any clearing and grubbing of earthwork. (Ord. 483 § 5.4(D), 1980).
Article VII. Utilities
12.16.550 Street right-of-way primarily for traffic.
Utilities to be located within the street right-of-way shall be constructed in compliance with these standards. In their use of the right-of-way, utilities shall be given consideration after the traffic-carrying requirements of the roadway which are, namely, to provide safe, efficient and convenient passage for motor vehicles, pedestrians, and other traffic. Aesthetics shall be a consideration. As a matter of policy, undergrounding of electric utilities will be required unless waived by the planning commission and council. (Ord. 483 § 6.1, 1980).
12.16.560 Standard utility locations.
Utilities within the right-of-way on new roads or in roadways where existing topography, utilities, or storm drains are not in conflict, shall be located as shown in typical sections, and as indicated in this section. Where existing utilities or storm drains are in place, new utilities shall conform to these standards as nearly as practical and yet be compatible with the existing installations. Exceptions may be approved when necessary to meet the special requirements of overhead utilities where right-of-way space is limited, planned unit developments, short subdivisions, mobile home parks, multifamily developments and commercial developments.
A. Gas and Water Lines.
1. Shoulder and Ditch Section.
If practical: Outside of ditch line.
Otherwise: In shoulder three feet from edge of travel lane.
2. Curb and Gutter Section.
Preferable: Near gutter of curb or at distance which will clear root masses of street trees if these are present or planned for.
Otherwise: 10 feet from centerline. Mains and service connections to all lots should be completed prior to placing of surface materials.
3. Designated side of centerline to generally conform with King County. GAS: south and west; WATER: north and east.
4. Depth of Cover.
a. Water at three and a half feet minimum cover from finished grade.
b. Gas at three feet minimum cover from finished grade.
B. Sanitary Sewers. Mains located five feet south and west of centerline, side sewer cover five feet minimum from finished grade at property line, terminated inside lot.
C. Sanitary and water lines shall be separated in accordance with good engineering practice by being spaced at least 10 feet apart, horizontally.
D. Gravity systems, whether sanitary or storm drainage, shall have precedence over other systems in planning and installation.
E. Electric utilities, power, telephone, cable TV. Required: underground, either side of road, at plan location and depth compatible with other utilities and storm drains. Each utility is to file with the city its construction standards and current revisions.
F. Notwithstanding other provisions, underground systems shall be located at least five feet away from the road centerline and where they will not otherwise disturb existing survey monumentation. (Ord. 483 § 6.2, 1980).
12.16.570 Underground pipe materials and installation.
Water mains and sanitary sewer pipe installed in the public right-of-way shall conform to the provisions of Division III and Division IV of the Washington Chapter APWA Standard Specifications, current edition, except as otherwise provided in this chapter. (Ord. 483 § 6.3, 1980).
12.16.580 Scheduling of utilities installation and relocation.
A. Pole utilities and underground utilities, including service crossings, shall be installed or relocated prior to the start of road construction if planned road cuts and fills are minimal and location of road elements can be clearly indicated in advance. Otherwise such utilities, with connections, shall be installed or relocated after the subgrade has been completed but before surfacing has been placed.
B. As a matter of policy, utility trenching or transverse cuts in streets will be discouraged. They will not be permitted unless it can be shown that alternatives such as boring or jacking or relocating outside the paved area are infeasible, or unless the utility can be installed just prior to reconstruction or overlay of the road. In instances where trenching or cutting is permitted, backfilling shall be done in accordance with Section 7-04.3(3) of the State Standard Specifications and the road surface shall be restored at least equal to the existing pavement. If a firm and presentable surface even with the existing pavement is not achieved, the engineer may require remedial action such as redoing of the restoration or overlaying the backfilled trench and adjacent areas of the roadway. (Ord. 483 § 6.4, 1980).
12.16.590 General requirements.
A. It is the desire of the city to provide water and sanitary sewer service to all areas within the city limits, and in some cases beyond. If the proposed development is in reasonable proximity to existing sanitary sewers or water mains, and the existing facilities can be made adequate to handle the increased load anticipated from the new development, the developer will be required to connect to the existing facilities, and contribute to the capital improvement costs involved to make such facilities adequate.
B. All sanitary sewers shall be designed in accordance with the state of Washington Department of Ecology’s “Criteria for Sewage Works Design,” dated February, 1978, including all amendments thereto. The design and construction of sewage pump stations shall meet the following criteria; provided, the city engineer may approve deviations from these criteria when an equivalent result can be attained by alternative designs, without endangering the public health or the safety of city utility workers:
1. All sewage pump stations shall be equipped with a minimum of two submersible pumps in a wet well.
2. Each pump discharge line shall be equipped with a check valve and an isolation, full port plug valve. The check and isolation valves shall be in a separate valve vault. Check valves shall be repairable in place and readily removable. In large lift stations (1.0 million gallons per day and larger), check valves shall be above ground in a control building.
3. The wet well shall be sized to match the sewage flow demands and pump characteristics of that pump station.
4. All metals within or upon the wet well, including guide rods and guide cables, shall be stainless steel. Ductile/cast iron or aluminum may be used for some parts (pump housings, etc.) if approved by the city engineer. Hatches shall be aluminum, odor tight and at least three feet above the base flood elevation.
5. The wet well shall be equipped with an appropriately sized vent attached to the control building and terminating a minimum of one foot above the ridge of the roof.
6. Odor control equipment shall be required in large lift stations located within 200 feet of residential, institutional, or commercial land uses.
7. A magnetic flow meter shall be installed on the discharge line of large lift stations.
8. A building shall be provided for electrical controls, telemetry and auxiliary power. It shall be large enough to provide adequate space for operation and maintenance of the equipment. In large lift stations, the building shall also enclose the wet well valves, check valves, diesel tank and odor control equipment.
9. The building walls shall be eight-inch split face, reinforced CMU (concrete masonry units), khaki or natural color. Vacant cells shall be filled with perlite or vermiculite insulation. Other durable, low maintenance material may be used only as approved by the city engineer.
10. The building roof shall be standing seam steel with a 25-year warranty, hemlock green, and with R-19 insulation in the ceiling.
11. Auxiliary power shall be supplied by an appropriately sized resident generator set powered by a natural gas engine. In large lift stations or where natural gas is unavailable, the generator set shall be shall be powered by diesel engine.
12. Auxiliary power shall be controlled by an automatic switch for power failure, a timer for automated exercising, telemetry and local hand.
13. The building shall be equipped with powered cross-ventilation that operates during generator operation. Louvers shall open upon power failure.
14. The pump control panel shall have:
a. A front panel mounted “start, stop, auto” switch for each pump and a switch to manually select the lead and lag pumps;
b. The ability to accept lead/lag selection as a discrete signal from the telemetry panel;
c. A dry contract output for use by the telemetry system to indicate each pump that has been called to run; and
d. A phase failure relay to shut down pumps and dry contact status output to the telemetry panel.
15. A telemetry panel shall be designed, provided and installed to monitor input and output signals as required by the city engineer.
16. Field sensors shall be provided and connected to the telemetry panel as directed by the city engineer as follows:
a. Limit switches shall be connected to each check valve;
b. An “operator in trouble” button with dry contacts shall be located in the house;
c. A motion detecting intrusion switch with dry contacts shall be located in the house;
d. A smoke detector shall be located in the house.
17. The headquarters SCADA software shall be modified to include all signals provided by the RTU and pump control panel required above.
18. Software shall include database development, screens, reporting, integration with maintenance and alarm software now or hereafter used by the city.
C. All water mains shall be designed in accordance with the state of Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Division of Health. Water mains shall be flushed, disinfected and flushed again. Water samples shall be taken and analyzed in accordance with the requirements of the State Division of Health prior to the connection of any service lines.
D. All proposed utilities, together with construction details, shall be submitted on plan and profile paper to the city engineer for approval, and shall be stamped by a professional engineer, licensed to practice in the state of Washington.
E. All drainage easements, utility easements, and slope easements required inside and outside the platted area shall be submitted with final plans for approval. (Ord. 812 § 1, 1998; Ord. 483 § 6.5, 1980).
Article VIII. Roadside Features
12.16.600 Driveways.
A. Permissible dimensions, slope and detail shall be as indicated on drawings and as further specified in the following subsections.
B. Conditions of Approval of New Driveways.
1. Driveways directly giving access onto arterials may be denied if alternate access is available.
2. All abandoned driveway areas on any street shall be removed and the curbing and sidewalk, or shoulders and ditch section shall be properly restored.
3. Maintenance of driveway approaches and all sidewalks shall be the responsibility of the owner whose property they serve.
4. For a commercial establishment on a shoulder and ditch type road, where development of adjoining lands and highway traffic assume rural characteristics as determined by the engineer, the following rule shall apply: The entire frontage area shall be graded and paved to the property line with asphalt or Portland cement concrete. Surface drainage shall be intercepted and carried in a closed system. Access control to the property by means of a six-inch curbing will be required.
C. Location of New Driveways.
1. A residential driveway is one that normally services one parcel. A driveway serving more than one parcel shall be classed as a commercial driveway or a private street.
2. On frontage 75 feet or less, no more than one driveway shall be constructed. On frontages over 75 feet, two or more driveways may be permitted, subject to approval by the engineer.
3. No portion of driveway width shall be allowed within five feet of extensions of property lines in residential areas or nine feet in commercial areas except that driveways may utilize full width of narrow access right-of-way to property if this provides the only access to the lot being served.
4. The maximum change in driveway grade shall be:
On crest vertical curves: eight percent per 10 feet;
On sag vertical curves: 12 inches per 10 feet.
D. Existing driveways may be reconstructed as they exist provided such reconstruction is compatible with the reconstructed road.
E. Notwithstanding any other provisions, driveways shall not be allowed where they are determined by the engineer to create a hazard or impede the operation of traffic on the roadway. (Ord. 483 § 7.1, 1980).
12.16.610 Rock retaining walls.
A. Rock retaining walls may be used for the containment of cut or fill embankments up to a maximum height of eight feet in stable soil conditions which will result in no significant foundation settlement or outward thrust upon the walls. For heights over eight feet or when soil is unstable, a structural wall of acceptable design shall be used.
B. Materials.
1. Size categories shall include:
Two-man rocks (300 to 600 pounds), 13 feet in least dimension;
Three-man rocks (800 to 1,200 pounds), 16 feet in least dimension; and
Four-man rocks shall be used for bottom course rock in all rock retaining walls over six feet in height.
2. The rock material shall be as nearly rectangular as possible. No stone shall be used which does not extend through the wall. The rock material shall be hard, sound, durable and free from weathered portions, seams, cracks and other defects. The rock density shall be a minimum of 160 pounds per cubic foot.
C. The retaining wall shall be started by excavating a trench, not less than six inches or more than one foot in depth below subgrade in excavation sections or below the existing ground level in embankment sections.
D. Rock selection and placement shall be such that there will be minimum voids and, in the exposed face of the wall, no open voids over six inches across in any direction. The final course shall have continuous appearance and be placed to minimize erosion of the backfill material. The larger rocks shall be placed at the base of the rockery so that the wall will be stable and have a stable appearance. The rocks shall be placed in a manner such that the longitudinal axis of the rock shall be at right angles or perpendicular to the rockery face. The rocks shall have all inclining faces sloping to the back of the rockery. Each course of rocks shall be seated as tightly and evenly as possible on the course beneath. After setting each course of rock, all voids between the rocks shall be chinked on the back with quarry rock to eliminate any void sufficient to pass a two-inch square probe.
E. The wall backfill shall consist of quarry spalls with a maximum size of four inches and a minimum size of two inches. This material shall be placed to an eight-inch minimum thickness between the entire wall and the cut or fill material. The backfill material shall be placed in lifts to an elevation approximately six inches below the top of each course of rocks as they are placed, until the uppermost course is placed. Any backfill material on the bearing surface of one rock course shall be removed before setting the next course.
F. When a sidewalk is to be built over a rock retaining wall, the top of the wall shall be sealed and leveled with a cap constructed of cement concrete, Class C, in accordance with the applicable provisions of Section 6-02 of the State Standard Specifications, but with reduced water content resulting in slump of not over two inches. (Ord. 483 § 7.2, 1980).
12.16.620 Side slopes.
A. Side slopes shall be constructed no steeper than 1-1/2:1 on fill slopes and 1:1 on cut slopes. Flatter slopes are preferred and may be required by the engineer if there are indications that the earth is unstable and subject to sliding or sloughing.
B. Slide slopes shall be stabilized by grass sod or seeding, or by other planting or surfacing materials acceptable to the engineer.
C. Furnish city easements for side slopes in the form prescribed by the city. (Ord. 483 § 7.3, 1980).
12.16.630 Street trees and landscaping.
When desired by the city, street trees and landscaping shall be incorporated into the design of any road improvement. Existing trees and landscaping should be preserved where desirable, and placement of new trees should be compatible with other features of the environment. In particular, maximum heights and spacing should not conflict unduly with overhead utilities. Trees shall be of the type that roots will not damage sidewalks, etc. If street trees are planted, they should conform reasonably to city standards. Trees shall be maintained by the abutting property owner. (Ord. 483 § 7.4, 1980).
12.16.640 Survey monuments.
A. Monuments shall be placed at all street intersections including intersections with cul-de-sacs, and at all points of curvature and points of tangency. All monuments shall be set in concrete and be provided with cast-iron frames and covers.
B. All existing survey control monuments which are disturbed, lost, or destroyed during surveying or building shall be replaced by the responsible surveyor or builder at the developer’s expense.
C. Survey control monuments shall be placed or replaced in accordance with recognized good practice in land surveying. (Ord. 483 § 7.5, 1980).
Article IX. Inspection
12.16.650 Approval of plans prior to commencement of work.
Work performed in the construction or improvement of city streets, whether by or for a private developer, by city forces, or by city contractor, shall be done to the satisfaction of the engineer and in accordance with approved plans. It is emphasized that no work may be started until such plans are approved. Any revision to such plans shall be approved by the engineer and inspectors before being implemented. (Ord. 483 § 8.1(A), 1980).
12.16.660 Engineer – Authority.
The engineer or other designated city personnel shall have authority to enforce the standards as well as other referenced or pertinent specifications. He will appoint assistants, and inspectors as necessary to inspect the work and they will exercise such authority as the engineer may delegate. (See definition of “inspector.”) (Ord. 483 § 8.1(B), 1980).
12.16.670 State standards to apply.
Provisions of Section 1-05 of the State Standard Specifications shall apply. (Ord. 483 § 8.1(C), 1980).
12.16.680 Street inspections.
On all street construction, inspections will be done by the engineer and/or his designated inspectors. Unless otherwise instructed by the city engineer, inspections will be made as follows:
A. Inspection No. 1. Temporary water detention/retention and siltation control in accordance with “Drainage Policies and/or Recommendations” in latter part of drainage guidelines;
B. Inspection No 2. All underground storm drains, sanitary sewers and water mains at stage that trenching and placing of pipe is in progress up to completion, but prior to cover. Inspection shall include checking for proper grade, alignment, bedding condition, testing of pipelines, connections to existing facilities, and to include proper backfill and compaction;
C. Inspection No. 3. General roadway, at different construction stages of drainage system, underground utilities, and roadway grading until suitable subgrade is complete, including gravel ballast if required;
D. Inspection No. 4. General roadway, at state that crushed gravel surfacing or base course has been placed, as well as curbing and sidewalk;
E. Inspection No. 5. General roadway, while paving is in progress;
F. Inspection No. 6. Final air testing of sewer installation in plats after all other utilities have been installed and plat improvements are complete;
G. Inspection No. 7. Overall roadway, final, after paving, clearing of drainage system and all necessary cleanup;
H. Structural Inspections. At critical stages of foundation, placement and assembly of components, and final completion and test, as directed by the engineer. (Ord. 483 § 8.2, 1980).
12.16.690 Developers required to notify.
The developer shall notify the city engineer in advance of each required inspection. Failure to comply will necessitate additional and appropriate testing and certification by a commercial materials laboratory. Costs of such testing and certification shall be borne by the developer. At the time that such action is directed by the engineer, no further work will be permitted on the development until all tests have been completed and all corrections have been made, to the satisfaction of the engineer. (Ord. 483 § 8.3, 1980).
12.16.700 Revisions to inspection sequence.
If the developer believes that the inspection sequence indicated in SMC 12.16.690 does not fit the requirements of his project, he should make his request to the engineer in sufficient time to permit revision of the inspection schedule. (Ord. 483 § 8.4, 1980).
Article X. Deposits, Fees and
Obligations to the City12.16.710 Cash deposits.
A cash deposit shall be placed with the city as a guarantee fund to assure completion of all obligations in respect to fees charged for conferences, plan checks, field inspection, transfer of ownership, and all other functions performed in processing such improvements from concept to acceptance by the city. The cash deposit shall be retained (if not otherwise utilized), by the city up to the date of acceptance of the improvements by the city. This deposit may be used by the city to satisfy any outstanding obligations as to city expenses incurred (particularly including the city’s consulting engineer and other professional advisors), which obligations are not paid within 30 days of invoiced date of consultant or professional advisor, or which obligations are outstanding at time of city accepting the improvement. Furthermore, the city reserves the right to suspend any further work on the improvements should the developer fail to make timely payments of all invoices billed, and/or upon failure to reimburse the funds withdrawn from the deposit. The developer will be reimbursed all deposit money remaining after all obligations are satisfied at time of acceptance of improvement. No reimbursement will be made for incomplete improvements and the city reserves the right, after one year of inactivity by developer, to dispense such funds as it desires to any related city fund, or expense. The amount of cash deposit for each development shall be $1,000 or more established from time to time by council action. The deposit is intended to assure monthly payments of city expenses as described above and does not indicate in any manner the total fees for the project, which fees usually vary indirectly with the developer’s ability to execute the performance of his total project. (Ord. 483 § 9.1, 1980).
12.16.720 Checking fees.
A checking fee will be assessed for checking plat maps. A checking fee will be assessed for checking preliminary plans and later the detailed construction drawings (plan-profiles, etc.) covering all utilities and proposed street improvements. Fees will vary for each development and the city will bill the developer for the work performed by the city engineer and city inspector and any other city staff members utilized in checking the plans for conformance with the city standards. Billing will be based on an hourly charge in accordance with the time spent by each advisor in checking the project. (Ord. 483 § 9.2, 1980).
12.16.730 Inspection fees.
Inspection fees will be assessed by the engineer through the city for time spent in inspecting the construction of utilities, street improvements and the testing associated therewith. Work will also include assistance in transferring ownership of utilities from the developer to the city. Total fees for the inspection phase and transfer of ownership will vary for each development. The city will bill the developer for the work performed and will bill on an hourly basis in accordance with the time required for these items of inspection to complete the project. (Ord. 483 § 9.3, 1980).
12.16.740 Developer agreement.
A developer agreement shall be entered into between the city and the person or firm desiring to extend, revise or replace water and/or sewer utilities where allowed by city ordinances, or to construct, reconstruct streets, etc., within the city limits. The agreement particularly applies to development of plats, but is also applicable to those improvements required for certain remodeling of buildings and new construction of buildings within the city limits. The developer agreement includes the required cash deposits, fees and other obligations to the city as indicated within this article to perform the work in compliance with these standards. (Ord. 483 § 9.4, 1980).
12.16.750 Performance bond.
For work performed in public rights-of-way the developer shall post a performance bond. Within the plat or development, no performance bond will be required unless the plat is to be recorded with the county and/or property is to be sold prior to completion of all the work. The amount of the bond shall in all instances be resolved on an individual basis, and shall be for the “fair cost amount” as set by the city. In lieu of this bond requirement, the developer may deposit the cash equivalent in a savings account as an assignment of funds in lieu of the bond requirement. (Ord. 483 § 9.5, 1980).
12.16.760 Guarantee bond.
A one-year guarantee bond or its equivalent in cash shall be posted in the manner and style prescribed by the city prior to the plat being recorded with the county and/or prior to the property being sold. Service connections cannot be made until this requirement is fulfilled. Unless stated otherwise, the one-year guarantee on utilities is a guarantee on all workmanship and materials of the utility for a period of one year from the date of acceptance of the plat and its improvements, not one year from completion of installation of improvements. Prior to acceptance of the one-year guarantee, the developer shall maintain and operate all utilities. In a similar manner, all streets shall be guaranteed for two years from the date of acceptance of the plat and its improvements. (Ord. 483 § 9.6, 1980).
12.16.770 Standard forms.
Standard forms, when applicable, for the developer agreement, performance bond and guarantee bond, etc., shall be furnished by the city. (Ord. 483 § 10, 1980).
12.16.780 Design standard detail and drawings.
The city engineer shall prepare, update and maintain standard design detail and drawings supplementing and illustrating the design standards as referred to in this chapter. Drawings shall be modified, added to, or deleted, all as determined by the city engineer, in accordance with good engineering practice. (Ord. 812 § 2, 1998; Ord. 483 § 11, 1980).
Article XI. Violations
12.16.790 Misdemeanor – Penalty.
Any violations of this chapter shall be a misdemeanor and shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.00 or imprisonment in the city jail not to exceed six months, or by both fine and imprisonment. (Ord. 483 § 12, 1980).
Chapter 12.18
USE OF PUBLIC STREETS, PARKS
AND PUBLIC PROPERTY FOR
FILM MAKINGSections:
12.18.010 Legislative findings.
12.18.020 Definitions.
12.18.030 Permit required.
12.18.040 Criteria for issuance of permit – Conditions.
12.18.050 Notice to suspend film making.
12.18.060 Violation.
12.18.010 Legislative findings.
The making of films for motion pictures and television, and the production of commercials, in the city of Snoqualmie is generally beneficial to the community, and should be encouraged, subject to reasonable regulations to protect the public health, safety and welfare, as set forth in this chapter. (Ord. 688 § 1, 1992).
12.18.020 Definitions.
As used in this chapter, the following words shall have the meanings indicated.
A. “Film making” means recording, by any means, including film or videotape, visual images, with or without sound, for the purpose of movies or television, and includes the making of still photographs for promotion of a movie or television film or for commercials for any medium.
B. “Person” means any person, partnership, corporation or other form of business organization.
C. “Public street” includes the entire public right-of-way, including parking and sidewalk area. (Ord. 688 § 1, 1992).
12.18.030 Permit required.
A. No person shall use, occupy, or obstruct the free use by other persons of any public street, park or other public property for the purpose of film making without first having obtained a permit as provided herein, said permit to be known as a film making permit. The film making permit shall be maintained on location and be available at all times for inspection by city police, fire officials, and public works crew chiefs.
B. The application for a film making permit shall be made upon such form as the chief of police, who is hereby designated as the administrator of the provisions of this chapter, may designate. The permit application, when approved by the chief of police, together with any written statement of conditions attached thereto, shall constitute the permit.
C. The fee for such permit shall be $100.00 for one day, $250.00 for two to six days, $500.00 for one week to three weeks, and $800.00 for longer than three weeks, up to a maximum of five weeks. Filming in excess of five weeks shall require an new permit to be issued for each additional five-week period or portion thereof. The fee does not include charges for time required on location by police, fire or public works personnel or other city employees, which shall be billed separately. A deposit of $1,000 shall be required, in addition to the fee for the permit, to secure payment of any sums due the city for such additional charges, any unearned portion of which shall be refunded to the applicant at the conclusion of filming, upon compliance with all conditions of the permit. (Ord. 688 § 1, 1992).
12.18.040 Criteria for issuance of permit – Conditions.
A. Before issuing a film making permit, the chief of police shall consult with the fire chief and public works director, or their respective designees, and shall satisfy himself that the public health, safety and welfare, will not be adversely affected to a material degree by issuing the permit, and shall consider the following:
1. The safety and convenience of all persons traveling upon a public street or using a public park or other public property, including the required closure of any public street, park or other public property, the availability of alternate routes and the effect on essential public services;
2. Fire safety, including the use of any explosives or combustible materials;
3. Noise, light and glare impacts to the area in which the film making is to occur; and
4. Any other matter affecting the public health, safety or welfare of persons or property.
B. The chief of police may condition the issuance of a film making permit upon such conditions as he deems reasonably necessary to mitigate impacts identified to the public health, safety and welfare, including, without limitation, the following:
1. Limitation of the continuous period of time for which a public street, park or other public place may be closed;
2. Limitation on the hours of filming;
3. Requirements for notification to the public of film making activities, including posting for all activities, and personally delivered notices to persons particularly impacted by a proposed film making activity;
4. Compliance with other city codes or regulations, including obtaining any other permits or approvals under the Uniform Fire Code;
5. Requirements for barricading or cordoning of a public street, park or other public property; and
6. Security or traffic control requirements, including required police or fire personnel, and compensation therefor. (Ord. 688 § 1, 1992).
12.18.050 Notice to suspend film making.
In the event the chief of police determines that any person is engaged in film making without a required film making permit, or is in violation of any permit required by the UBC, or is in violation of any condition of an approved film making permit which has a material adverse impact upon the public health, safety or welfare, he shall serve upon the person a notice to suspend film making. The notice shall remain in full force and effect until the required permit has been obtained, or the violation cured. (Ord. 688 § 1, 1992).
12.18.060 Violation.
A. Any person engaged in film making without a required film making permit or without a permit required under the Uniform Fire Code, or willfully violating any condition of an approved film making permit, or failing to suspend film making after being served a notice to suspend film making, shall be guilty of a gross misdemeanor.
B. Any person violating the conditions of an approved film making permit under circumstances not amounting to violation of subsection A of this section shall be deemed to have committed a civil infraction, subject to a civil penalty in the amount of $100.00. Each day that such violation continues after notice to correct the violation has been given by the chief of police shall constitute a separate civil infraction, with a separate civil penalty imposed therefor. (Ord. 688 § 1, 1992).
Chapter 12.20
USE OF PUBLIC STREETS, PARKS AND PUBLIC PROPERTY FOR SPECIAL EVENTSSections:
12.20.010 Definitions.
12.20.020 Permit required.
12.20.030 Payment of overtime and extraordinary expenses – Indemnity.
12.20.040 Revocation of permit – Closure of special event.
12.20.050 Violations.
12.20.010 Definitions.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meaning set forth below:
A. “Special event” means an event or happening organized by any person which will result in members of the public congregating, either as participants or spectators, in the city for a particular and limited purpose and time, including, but not limited to, fun runs, walking events, bikeathons, parades, carnivals, shows, exhibitions, circuses, fairs, and farmer’s or public markets. The term shall not include activity scheduled by the parks department occurring completely within a park unless such activity is of a magnitude or nature:
1. So as to exclude other persons from using other portions of the park; or
2. So as to impact public streets or other public property outside such park.
B. “Person” means any person, partnership, corporation or other form of business organization.
C. “Public street” includes the entire public right-of-way, including parking and sidewalk area. (Ord. 987 § 1, 2005; Ord. 690 § 1, 1992).
12.20.020 Permit required.
A. No person shall use, occupy, or obstruct the free use by other persons of any public street, park or other public property for the purpose of conducting a special event without first having obtained a permit as provided herein, said permit to be known as a special event permit. The city administrator shall determine based on an assessment of impacts to public streets, parks and other public property whether a special event permit is required for a proposed event, whether or not the person organizing the event has applied for a permit or has proposed to occupy a public street, park or other public property.
B. The application for a special events permit shall be made upon such form as the city administrator may designate. The application shall, at a minimum, include the following information:
1. The name, address and telephone number of the applicant, and the name, address and telephone number of its authorized representative, if a corporation or association;
2. A full and complete description of the special event sought to be held and the date or dates and hours thereof;
3. The proposed location of the special event;
4. The dimensions and plans for any temporary structure proposed to be erected for such special event;
5. Whether the special event will obstruct or interfere with the free use of any public street or right-of-way; and
6. Such other and further information as the city administrator may deem necessary to fully evaluate the application.
C. The city administrator shall refer the application to the chief of police, fire chief, public works director, planning director and parks director for review and recommendations. Applications proposing any temporary structures, including tents, shall also be referred to the building official. The city administrator shall prepare a written statement of proposed conditions, if any, based upon such recommendations. Such conditions shall address the following factors as necessary or appropriate:
1. The safety and convenience of all persons traveling upon a public street or using a public park or other public property, including the required closure of any public street, park or other public property, the availability of alternate routes and the effect on essential public services;
2. Fire safety, including the use of any explosives or combustible materials; fire prevention and suppression measures for temporary structures; and the safety of ingress to and egress from all locations and structures in which the special event or any part of it will occur;
3. Noise, light and glare impacts to the area in which the special event is to occur;
4. The adequacy of parking for the number of persons anticipated to attend the special event;
5. The structural integrity and safety of any temporary structures; and
6. Any other matter affecting the public health, safety or welfare of persons or property.
D. The city council shall by motion approve, approve with conditions or deny the requested permit.
E. The permit application, together with any written statement of conditions attached thereto, when approved by the city council by motion, shall constitute the permit. The special event permit shall be maintained on location by the applicant or its authorized representative during the special event and be available at all times for inspection by police, fire or other city officials. (Ord. 987 § 2, 2005; Ord. 690 § 1, 1992).
12.20.030 Payment of overtime and extraordinary expenses – Indemnity.
A. The holder of a special event permit shall be liable to the city for the amount of any overtime for city employees or other extraordinary expenses incurred by the city as a result of the special event, including but not limited to traffic control, crowd control, public works services, emergency medical services, cleanup, and monitoring and enforcement of compliance with conditions of the special event permit. The city administrator shall render a bill to the holder of the special event permit for such overtime expenses as soon as possible after the event. Special event permits may be conditioned upon the applicant making a deposit or giving other security for the payment of such overtime or other extraordinary expenses.
B. All special event permits shall be conditioned upon the execution by the applicant or its authorized representative of an agreement, in a form approved by the city attorney, to indemnify, defend and hold the city harmless from any and all claims for bodily injury or property damage that may arise out of or in connection with the applicant’s permitted special event or use. The applicant shall provide a certificate of insurance for liability coverage, showing the city as an additional insured, or make other arrangements for insurance acceptable to the city, at the applicant’s sole expense. (Ord. 987 § 3, 2005; Ord. 690 § 1, 1992).
12.20.040 Revocation of permit – Closure of special event.
A. Any special event permit issued pursuant to this chapter shall be temporary, and vest no permanent right in the grantee, and may be immediately revoked by the city administrator in the event of any willful violation of a term or condition of the permit, or the violation of any term or condition of a permit which, in the sole discretion of the city administrator, results in the creation of a material hazard to the health, safety or welfare of any person or property.
B. Any special event occurring without a special event permit, or continuing after revocation of a special event permit, shall be closed by written order of the city administrator or his designee delivered to the person apparently in charge or to any other persons on site apparently involved in conducting the special event, and such order shall be enforced by the police department. (Ord. 987 § 4, 2005; Ord. 690 § 1, 1992).
12.20.050 Violations.
A. Any person conducting a special event without a required special event permit, or continuing to conduct a special event after revocation of a special event permit, after receiving a written order to close the special event, or willfully violating any condition of an approved special event permit, shall be guilty of a gross misdemeanor.
B. Any person violating the conditions of an approved special event permit u