HomeMy WebLinkAbout60-04 - Ord. Interim Zoning Code for Allyn Urban Growth Area ORDINANCE NUMBER 60-04
INTERIM MASON COUNTY ZONING CODE FOR
THE ALLYN URBAN GROWTH AREA
AN ORDINANCE adopting interim amendments to Mason County development regulations , new
Mason County Code Chapters 17 . 10 to 17 . 17 , under the authority of Chapters 36 . 70 and 36 . 70A
RCW .
WHEREAS , the Allyn Community Association had prepared the draft zoning code over a period
of nine months , worked on it with county staff, advertised it locally, distributed it to the
community, held a workshop on it attended by at least 25 citizens , and approved it at public
meetings ;
WHEREAS , the Allyn Community Association submitted the zoning code proposal to the Board
on April 13 , 2004 , by a letter urging prompt action by the county;
WHEREAS , the proposed zoning code divides the urban area into a number of districts (residential,
commercial, and industrial) and set standards for those areas in order to guide the growth of Allyn
consistent with the community vision for Allyn, which is adopted in the Mason County
Comprehensive Plan ;
WHEREAS , the proposed zoning code advances a number of public purposes as stated in the code
in various sections titled "purpose" and relevant to the code as a whole and the individual chapters
and zoning districts ;
WHEREAS , a zoning plan is necessary for planning for the capital improvements necessary to
provide for urban growth as the zoning plan provides for substantial more predictability for the
demand for services and improvements , and the existing regulations did not provide this
guidance ;
WHEREAS , action to establish this zoning is necessary to foreclose the possibility of incompatible
development occurring before the sub -area plan can be finished and final codes adopted ;
WHEREAS , the Mason County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on June 22 , 2004 ,
and July 12 , 2004 , to get comment on and consider this issue ; and
WHEREAS , the interim regulations would remain in effect for one year to allow time for additional
detailed planning for the urban area and revised regulations based on that work .
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED , that the Board of Commissioners of
Mason County hereby approves approve the July 6 , 2004 proposal with the changes to pages 7 ,
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15 , 18 , and 20 as shown, and approve the Allyn Urban Growth Area Interim Zoning Map dated
July 12 , 2004, as interim Ordinance No . 60- 04 to be effective until July 1 , 2005 .
DATED this 12th day of July, 2004 .
Board of Commissioners
Mason County, Washington
ATTEST :
Herb Baze, Commissioner Clerk of the Board
J APPROVED AS TO FORM :
Wesley E . lohnsan, Commissioner
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
4Ja ' amin, ommissioner
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FINDINGS OF FACT
Board of County Commissioners
July 12 , 2004
1 . Proposed is an action to adopt an interim ordinance, which will create development
regulations, including zoning districts and development standards which will be applicable only
within the boundary of the Allyn Urban Growth Area.
2 . Allyn is a designated urban growth area in the Mason County Comprehensive Plan; itself
adopted under the provisions of the Growth Management Act (GMA) , Revised Code of
Washington (RCW) Title 36 . 70A.
3 . Detailed zoning districts and codes specific to the Allyn UGA have never been
established ; and zoning districts and regulations are necessary for orderly growth, separation of
incompatible uses , implementation of Comprehensive Plan policies , establishment of standards
of development which contribute to a livable community, and effective planning of public
facilities and services commensurate in size and nature of the area they serve ;
4 . The Growth Management act authorizes and requires development regulations be adopted
to implement the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
5 . An official zoning map and zoning regulations will protect property values through
development of distinct cohesive commercial and residential neighborhoods .
6 . A zoning map and zoning regulations are necessary to insure sustainable commercial and
industrial development districts because the proposed regulations will provide property owners
and investors with a consistent and defined regulatory environment and a surety that investment
in their property will be protected by standards that require the development of compatible uses
and comparable level of improvements, among other benefits .
7 . The proposed zoning map and zoning regulations were principally prepared by the
residents and property owners of Allyn and the Allyn Community Association submitted the
original draft to the county for review with the recommendation for adoption by the county as
soon as possible .
8 . The interim zoning regulations contained in this ordinance are consistent with and act
toward implementing the adopted Mason County Comprehensive Plan and the Allyn Subarea
vision and goals contained therein, and County-Wide Planning Policies .
9 . The interim regulations and zoning map will provide a framework for ongoing
development while final UGA plans and regulations are being prepared over the course of the
next year.
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10 . The County finds that regulation of commercial signs is appropriate, as noted by the
ordinance language itself, because unregulated commercial signs pose a threat to the health,
safety and welfare of the Community of Allyn . Excessive use of signs and overly large signs can
distract drivers from focusing on the road. The unregulated use of signs can cause aesthetic and
economic impacts on a small, urban community, as noted in a recent report, "Belfair,
Washington : Visitor Assessment Findings and Suggestions . "
11 . The Allyn Community Association Sub- area Plan Committee has reviewed the proposed
interim regulations and map and recommends their adoption.
12 . The Mason County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on the proposal on
June 22 , 2004 , which was continued to July 12 , 2004 , and considered the written record, staff
presentation and public written and oral testimony received at the advertised public hearing .
13 . The Growth Management Act does allow for the adoption of interim development
regulations , necessary to the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan, outside of the annual
review process and for a specific period not to exceed one year. The process followed in this
consideration meets these requirements .
14 . Growth in Allyn has accelerated with the construction and operation of the North Bay —
Case Inlet Waste-Water Treatment Plat .
15 . The lack of specific existing zone codes and districts combined with development
pressures within the Allyn UGA constitute a critical and urgent situation as it is a detriment to
private property and business owners wanting to invest in the community and a danger to the
orderly development, livability and sustainability of the Allyn urban area.
16 . The interim zoning map and regulations are needed to allow for on-going project and
community development while the final sub - area plan, zoning map , and regulations are prepared .
Board of Commissioners
Mason County, Washington
Herb Baze, Commissioner Wesley E . Johnson, Commissioner Jayna.� amin, Commissioner
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Ordinance No . 60-04 Allyn Interim Zoning Code Approved July 12 , 2004
EXHIBIT "A"
MASON COUNTY ORD . # W04
CHAPTERS 17 . 10 to 17 . 17
ALLYN INTERIM ZONING CODE
INDEX
Chapter 17. 10 General Provisions for Allyn Zoning Code 2
17 . 10 . 100 General Provisions
170106200 Allyn Zoning Code Specific Definitions (Reserved)
17 . 10 . 300 Districts Established
17 . 10 . 400 General Regulations
Chapter 17. 11 Residential Zoning Districts in the Allyn UGA 9
170116100 "R- 1 " - Single Family Residential
17 . 11 . 200 "R- 1R" —Residential - Recreational
170116300 "VR" — Village Residential
IT 11 a400 "R-2" — Multi-Family Medium Density Residential
176114500 "R- 3 " — Multi-Family High Density Mixed Use
170114600 "MHP" - Mobile Home Park Overlay
IT 11 . 700 "PUD" - Planned Unit Development (Reserved)
174114800 "R- 1P " - Residential — Platted District
Chapter 17 . 12 Commercial Zoning Districts in the Allyn UGA 27
17 . 12 . 100 "VC" — Village Commercial
17 . 120200 "T" — Tourist Commercial Overlay
170120300 "HC" — Highway Commercial
Chapter 17 . 13 Industrial Zoning Districts in the Allyn UGA 39
17 . 13 . 100 "CM" — Commercial Manufacturing .
Chapter 17 . 14 Public Facility Districts in the Allyn UGA 41
17 . 14 . 100 "PF" — Public Facility Overlays
17 . 14 . 200 "POS " - Public Open Space
Chapter 17. 15 Of&Street Parking in the Allyn UGA 44
Chapter 17 . 16 Allyn Sign Code 59
Chapter 17 . 17 Landscaping and Lighting in the Allyn UGA (Reserved) 64
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CHAPTER 17 . 10
General Provisions for Allyn UGA Zoning
17. 10 . 100
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Sections .
17 . 10 . 11O Title : The regulations codified under Chapters 17 . 10 to 17 . 17 shall be known as
the Allyn Zoning Code , which code adopts a zoning districting plan for the Allyn Urban Growth
Area .
17 . 10 . 120 Authority : The Allyn Zoning Code is enacted under the authority and police
powers of Mason County and the Revised Code of Washington including, but not limited to , the
requirements and authority of Chapter 36 . 70 , Planning Enabling Act and Chapter 36 . 70A RCW,
the Washington State Growth Management Act.
17 . 10 . 130 Purpose and Applicability :
Purpose : The purpose of this code is to :
l . Establish zoning districts (map) and development regulations (text) to guide the
development and use of property within the Allyn Urban Growth Area (AUGA)
consistent with and implementing the vision, goals and policies of the Mason county
Comprehensive Plan and of the Allyn Sub -Area Plan .
2 . Provide safe , attractive and livable residential neighborhoods with a variety of affordable
housing units for all members of the community .
3 . Provide for a combination of neighborhood, community wide and tourist based
commercial opportunities within distinct functional zoning districts that encourage
compatible and complementary uses with a related scale and design.
4 . Provide adequate parking, attractive signage , pedestrian access and open spaces .
5 . Promote an urban and neighborhood design that enhances public safety through adequate
but non-intrusive street and structure lighting, creation of defensible spaces , reduced
response
times , identification and separation of hazardous uses, readable and consistent building
addressing and adequate fire hydrant location, flows and pressure .
6 . Provide for development of a sustainable urban infrastructure , with minimum negative
impacts on the environment and limiting fiscal impacts on existing residents and
businesses, concurrent with the demand for services .
7 . Provide for efficient and safe traffic flow for vehicles , non-motorized vehicles and
pedestrians .
8 . Provide for the development of a variety of parks and open spaces in all districts .
9 . Preserve and promote the natural setting of the community.
10 . Provide for sustainable economic growth, including job creation, within a predicable
development environment .
11 . Provide for thorough, timely and complete review development proposals to ensure
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compatibility with the community Sub -Area Comprehensive Plan as well as county and
state design, construction and environmental regulations .
Applicability : Except as specifically provided below, the regulations in Chapters 17 . 10 to 17 . 17 ,
the Allyn Zoning Code , apply to the use and development of all the properties located within the
Boundary of the Allyn Urban Growth Area. Use and development of properties includes , but is
not limited to , new uses and development as well as changes of use or alteration to existing
structures or developed sites .
17 . 10 . 135 Relationship to the Mason County Comprehensive Plan and other sections of the
Mason County Code
A . Comprehensive Plan : The Growth Management Act requires consistency between the
Comprehensive Plan and development regulations such as zoning . These zoning regulations are
intended to implement the Growth Management Act Goals , the County Wide Planning Policies ,
and the goals , policies and objectives adopted in the Comprehensive Plan for Urban Areas . This
includes , but is not limited to : land use , building density and intensity, roadway functionality,
utilities and infrastructure, open space , housing, protection of sensitive environmental areas and
concurrency of infrastructure .
Be Mason County Code : All other sections of the Mason County Code apply within the
Allyn Urban Growth Area as provided in those sections , except where the Allyn Zoning Code
provides text or maps specific to the Allyn UGA .
17 . 10 . 140 Relationship to the private agreements
Private Agreements ; The County has no authority to enforce private Codes , Covenants , or
Restrictions either recorded by deed or other agreements except as their compliance may have
been made a part of a project approval ; however, permit approval by the County does not establish
a right in lieu of private covenants .
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17. 10 .200
ALLYN ZONING CODE SPECIFIC DEFINITIONS
Lot Coverage . Lot coverage is that portion of the lot covered by buildings .
Net Acres, Net Acreage, or Net Square Feet. The net acreage or square -footage is calculated
from the total area of the site less any right-of-way .
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17 . 100300
DISTRICTS ESTABLISHED
Sections .
17A0 . 310 Established : Zoning Districts within the Allyn UGA are established as follows :
"R4 " Single Family Residential District
"R41k" Residential - Recreational District
"VR" Village Residential District
66R-2 " Medium Density Multi Family Residential District
"R-3 " High Density Multi Family Residential District
"M-H-P" Mobile Home Park Overlay District
"V-C" Village Commercial District
"T" Tourist Commercial Overlay District
"HC " Highway Commercial District
"CM" Commercial Manufacturing District.
"PF" Public Facility Overlay District
"P -U-D " Planned Unit Development Overlay District (Reserved)
"R41` " Residential - Platted District
17 * 10 *320 Boundaries — Map :
A . A parcel specific Allyn UGA Official Zoning Map (Allyn Map) , designating the
boundaries of zoning districts and approved overlay districts and Planned Unit Developments ,
shall be adopted and signed by the County Board of Commissioners , which map shall be on file
with the Planning Department .
B . The Map shall be amended as provided for in Title 15 of the Mason County Code .
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17 . 10 ,400
General Regulations
Sections :
17JOA10 Purpose and applicability : To provide for regulations that are applicable to the
various zoning districts in the Allyn UGA in general . Development within the all districts
established by the Allyn Zoning Code , Chapters 17 . 10 to 17 . 17 shall be subject to the general
regulations and provisions of this Chapter 17 . 10 .
17JOA20 Group Dwellings : Group dwellings , such as boarding houses , nursing homes , rest
homes , boarding schools , or private residence clubs , excluding adult family homes of six or fewer
persons as exempted by state regulation, shall be permitted only in multi- family residential
districts and shall require a special use permit for the establishment, operation and maintenance of
such use . State licensed adult family homes are permitted uses in all residential and commercial
zones .
17 . 10 .430 Accessory uses and buildings : Accessory uses and buildings may only be
established concurrent with or subsequent to the primary structure . They shall be consistent in
design with the primary building, and they shall not alter the nature of the use on site in respect to
uses permitted in the district.
M10 .440 Height Limits Generally : Chimneys , silos , cupolas , monuments , radio and other
towers , water tanks , church steeples and similar structures and mechanical appurtenances may be
permitted in excess of height limits provided a special use permit is first obtained in each case ;
provided, however, that telecommunication towers and antenna and amateur radio are regulated
under Ordinance Number 5 - 98 . (Note : Ordinance Number 5 - 98 allows addition of an antenna to
existing structures under certain height limits and camouflaged "alternative tower structures " up to
70 feet in urban growth areas without a special use permit. Amateur radio is not restricted. )
17* 10 *445 Use Permit required for certain uses : It is recognized that certain uses have
special operational characteristics which have the potential to adversely affect adjacent properties
and/or businesses . Accordingly these uses require review and approval on an individual basis .
Said uses include ;
1 . Removal or bulk storage of materials such as minerals , earth, bark, wood chips , sand,
gravel, and other natural materials .
2 . Game arcades ; includes any establishment having three or more mechanical or electronic
games of chance , skill or entertainment whether as a primary use or in conjunction with
another business , not including vending machines and juke boxes .
3 . Indoor and outdoor amusement facilities such as bowing alleys , theaters , dance floors
over 300 sq . ft. , miniature golf courses , roller rinks and race tracks .
4 . Dance halls and other establishments designed for rental to groups of 50 or more people .
5 . Sale of gasoline, propane , alcohol , methanol or similar products .
6 . Dry cleaning establishments .
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7 . Conversion of vehicle service and gasoline sales stations to other uses .
8 . Off- site sale of alcoholic beverages .
9 . On-site sale of alcoholic beverages except in conjunction with a restaurant use .
10 . Health clubs and aerobic studios .
11 . Vehicle and contractors storage yards .
As a condition of approval, the use permit review shall include consideration of operating hours ,
adjacent and nearby incompatible uses , parking demand and availability, noise , access , impact on
services , security and suitability of the site and/or structure to the proposed use and may provide
conditions on the proposal appropriate to the findings on these issues in addition to the other
criteria for a special use permit.
17. 10 .450 Set backs .
1 . Where four or more lots on a block have been improved with buildings the minimum front
yard setback required shall be the average of the combined setbacks , subject to building
and fire codes .
2 . Where a parcel is less than 50 feet in width the required setback shall be 10% of the width,
but in no case shall be less than required by building or fire codes .
3 . No accessory structure shall be located closer than 5 feet from a property line .
4 . Residential structures located in commercial or industrial zones shall comply with the
setback requirements for the type of structure in the zone in which it is allowed .
5 . All required setbacks shall be measured from the nearest fee simple property line, except
that front yard setbacks shall be measured from the edge of the right- of-way or access
easement.
6 . Proof of survey is required for any building permit for a new building or expansion of the
building footprint. The survey shall be no older than 10 years unless the relevant survey
monuments are visible .
17MA55 Dedication and/or improvement of public right of way and/or easements .
Subdivision or short subdivision approval shall require the dedication of, or granting of easements
for, land required for construction of any road, water, sewer, utility or other public purpose
necessary to serve the site . Any new residential construction, commercial construction, or change
of use approval shall be conditioned to provide for public right-of-way and/or easement
improvements of streets and sidewalks, or other provisions for pedestrians , according with the
adopted road and pedestrian access plan as necessary to serve the site .
17AM60 Underground utilities .
All service utilities such as telephone, TV cable , electric power lines , etc . , shall be placed
underground within an utility easement, in conduit and or utility ducting, for any new site
development, construction or major reconstruction. Existing overhead power lines or other
utilities along the frontage of the subject property shall be placed underground as a condition of
permit issuance unless the site has less than 200 feet of street frontage or the utilities are located
along the west side of Highway 3 . If less than 200ft then property owner provides an easement for
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underground utilities list above . Any and all installers and providers of conduit and utility ducting
must allow, for a fee , the sharing or equal access to conduit and or utility ducting infrastructure .
17910 *470 Vehicle Parking .
Outdoor Vehicle Parking in the residential districts R- 1 , VR, R-2 , and R- 3 shall be limited as
provided including boats and RVs shall comply with the following standards :
1 . No parcel without a residence shall have vehicles located on the parcel .
2 . No parcel having a residence shall have more than 6 vehicles located on the parcel .
3 . The limits of criteria 1 . and 2 . above apply regardless of the specific vehicles on the
parcel or whether the vehicles are moved around on the parcel .
4 . Vehicles contained in permitted residential garages or enclosed buildings approved
for occupancy Group U- 1 (motor vehicle storage per the Uniform Building Code)
and having a complete floor surface and floor drainage that contains any fluids from
infiltrating into the ground, shall not be counted or included in the limits of criteria 1
and 2 . above .
5 . All vehicle accumulations on a parcel made non-conforming by these regulations
shall be removed from the parcel by June 1 , 2005 .
6 . These limits shall apply to vehicles located on a parcel for more than seven (7) days .
7 . A residence is defined in this section as a site-built, manufactured, or modular home
permanently installed on the parcel .
8 . Vehicles in this section include , but are not limited to , cars , trucks , vans , buses ,
recreational vehicles , trailers , all-terrain vehicles , motorcycles , watercraft, airplanes ,
and earthmoving, logging, or construction equipment, but do not include farm
equipment.
9 . Adjoining parcels of common ownership (not separated by state or county road) shall
be considered part of the same parcel for the purposes of this section.
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CHAPTER 17 . 11
Residential Zoning Districts in the Allyn U A
17. 11 . 100 " - 1 "- SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
Sections :
17. 11 . 110 Purpose : The purpose of the R- 1 district is to stabilize and retain the character and
integrity of existing single family detached dwelling neighborhoods and establish criteria for the
development of new residential subdivisions and neighborhoods . Duplexes are allowed on larger
corner lots . Commercial use of property is limited.
17AL120 Allowed Uses : Uses allowed in the R- 1 district shall be as follows :
1 . Single Family Dwellings .
2 . Duplexes on corner lot only . Each unit must face a different street and each driveway
access a different street.
17s1IoI30 Accessory Uses : the following use are permitted only as they are accessory to the
primary allowed uses and may or may not require a special license or permit in addition to
building permits :
1 . Home Occupations , also known as cottage industries , require a special use permit unless
they meet the standards as adopted in Section 1 . 03 . 021 of the Development Regulations
2 . Accessory Structures including shops and detached garages (total square footage not
exceeding the square footage of the primary residential structure) .
3 . Guest House (not a full dwelling unit and limited in area to 50 % of the square footage of
the primary residential structure) .
4 . Accessory Dwelling units require a special use permit and are reviewed by the standards
adopted in Section 1 . 03 . 029 of the Development Regulations
5 . Family Child Care Center
6 . Group Homes (up to six residents plus staff)
7 . Well heads and water treatment facilities and other utility facilities
8 . Common open space and recreation facilities
17 . 11 . 140 Uses allowed subject to obtaining a Special Use Permit :
1 . Churches
2 . Schools
3 . Commercial Child Care Center
4 . Bed and Breakfast Inn
5 . Other Essential Public Facilities
17 * 11 * 150 Bulk and Dimension Standards :
The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone,
PUD or the alternative subdivision design section of the Subdivision Code Title 16 MCC . Height
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and setback standards allow for minor deviations by architectural treatments such as chimneys ,
copulas , bay windows , porch covers and door landings .
Density : Max of 6 dwelling units per gross acre
Intensity : 40 % Max lot coverage
Min. Lot Area : SFD = 7 , 000 net sq. ft.
SFD = Corner Lot 9 , 000 Sq. ft.
Duplex = 11 , 000 net square feet.
Public Facilities per SUP .
Lot Dimensions :
Building Lots shall have a maximum depth to width ratio of 3 : 1 .
Minimum lot frontage width is 60 for interior lots , 70 feet for comer lots
and 40 feet for cul- du- sac , curve and knuckle lots , provided that the
minimum lot width is reached and maintained at a setback of 20 feet.
Lots shall be regular in shape with a maximum of five property lines and
the side property lines roughly parallel .
Height : The Maximum height of structures in the district shall be as follows :
Primary building : 30 feet (25 feet east of SR 3 ) —
Accessory Structure : 20 feet.
Setbacks . Yard setbacks refer to the setback of structures (over two feet in height)
from the property line . A 2 foot roof eve overhang is allowed in the setback.
Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section
1701004500
Front yard : 20 feet. 10 feet on cul-de- sacs and knuckles as long as the average
minimum setback is 20 feet.
Side yard: 5 feet .
Storage sheds not larger than 120 - sq . ft. in area : 5 feet.
Street side Yard : 10 feet; 20 feet for reverse corner lot.
Rear yard : Original construction and elevated decks 20 feet.
Single story addition: 10 feet unless rear yard abuts a right of way .
Garage doors : 25 feet/ 20 feet for roll-up door.
17 ® 11A60 Parking . Per Chapter 17 . 15 , with additional requirements in 17 . 10 . 470
Vehicle Parking .
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The width of the driveway(s) shall not exceed more than one half the width of the lot at the access ,
provided that only on lots existing prior to July 1 , 2004 with a width of 40 feet or less ,
administrative approval can be granted for a greater width when a larger driveway is required for
fire code access , because of steep slopes or other special physical features of the site , or to allow
a driveway of at least 12 feet in width .
17 . 11 . 170 Development and Design criteria : (Deserved)
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17* 11 *200
667) 4 R"- Residential - Recreational District
Sectionsm
17 . 11 . 110 Purpose * The purpose of the R- IR district is to establish minimum guidelines and
regulations for the undeveloped areas of Lake Land Village . The intent is to insure the
continuance of the character and integrity of existing residential neighborhoods .
17 . 11 . 120 Allowed Uses * Uses allowed in the R- I district shall be as follows :
I . Single Family Dwellings
2 . Duplexes
3 . Condominiums/Townhouses
4 . Golf courses and Golf and country club related facilities .
5 . Parks .
17o11a130 Accessory Uses * the following use are permitted only as they are accessory
aneillai=yto the primary allowed uses and may or may not require a special license or permit in
addition to building permits :
1 . Well heads and water treatment facilities and other utility facilities
2 . Common open space and recreation facilities
3 . Residential accessory uses and structures .
17. 11A40 Uses allowed subject to obtaining a Special Use Permit *
I . Bed and Breakfast Inn
2 . Other Essential Public Facilities
3 . Small scale agricultural activities and buildings with livestock limited to horses or cattle
on a minimum five (5 ) acre site .
17 . 11 . 150 Bulk and Dimension Standards *
The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone,
PUD or the alternative subdivision design section of the Subdivision Code Title 16 MCC . Height
and setback standards allow for minor deviations by architectural treatments such as chimneys ,
copulas , bay windows , porch covers and door landings .
Density : Maximum of 4 dwelling units per gross acre
Intensity : 50% maximum lot coverage for single family dwellings .
75 % maximum lot coverage for duplexes .
Not applicable to condominium / townhouses .
Min . Lot Area : Single family = 7 , 000 net square feet .
Single family on a corner lot = 9 , 000 net square feet.
Duplex = 11 , 000 net square feet.
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Lot Dimensions :
Building Lots shall have a maximum depth to width ratio of 3 : 1 .
Minimum lot frontage width is 60 for interior lots , 70 feet for corner lots
and 40 feet for cul- du- sac , curve and knuckle lots , provided that the
minimum lot width is reached and maintained at a setback of 20 feet.
Height : The Maximum height of structures in the district shall be as follows :
Single family dwellings and duplexes : 35 feet
Condominium / Townhouses : 4 stories .
Setbacks : Yard setbacks refer to the setback of single family dwellings and duplexes
from the property line . A 2 foot roof eve overhang is allowed in the setback.
Front yard : 20 feet. 10 feet on cul-de - sacs and knuckles as long as the average
minimum setback is 20 feet.
Side yard : 5 feet.
Street side yard: 10 feet; 20 feet for reverse corner lot .
Rear yard : Original construction and elevated decks 20 feet.
Single story addition: 10 feet unless rear yard abuts a right of way .
Garage doors : 25 feet/ 20 feet for roll-up door.
Condominium/Townhouse : 15 feet from county road right-of-way, 5 feet from all other lot
lines except 10 feet from golf courses .
17* 119160 Parking :
Single Family dwelling : Minimum four vehicle parking spaces .
Duplexes , Townhouses , and condominiums : Minimum 2 vehicles parking spaces per unit.
The width of the driveway(s) shall not exceed more than one half the width of the lot at the access .
17 . 11 . 170 Development and Design criteria : (Reserved)
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17 . 11 .300
"V " — Village Residential District
Sections .
17 . 11 .310 Purpose : The "VR" district is primarily intended for cottage scale , pedestrian
oriented single family residential development clustered around the village center. It also allows a
traditional mix of small scale multi- family housing types . It recognizes the historic pattern of the
original Allyn village plat lot divisions , i . e . small lots with narrow frontages and narrow streets
and alleys in proximity to the town center. VR also recognizes the need for higher density and
affordable housing by taking advantage of existing infrastructure and ownerships to encourage re-
investment in properties and structures and preservation of the existing village scale residential
neighborhoods .
17 . 11 . 320 Allowed Uses .
1 . Single family dwellings
2 . Duplexes
3 . Public parks
17 . 11 .330 Accessory uses .
1 . Home occupations, also known as cottage industries , require a special use permit unless
they meet the standards as adopted in Section 1 . 03 . 021 of the Development Regulations
2 . Accessory structures including shops and detached garages (total square footage not
exceeding 50% of the square footage of the primary residential structure) .
3 . Guest house (not a full dwelling unit and limited in area to 50 % of the square footage of
the primary residential structure) .
4 . Accessory dwelling units require a special use permit and are reviewed by the standards
adopted in Section 1 . 03 . 029 of the Development Regulations
5 . Family child care center
6 . Group homes (up to six residents plus staff)
7 . Well heads and water treatment facilities and other utility services
17 . 11 . 340 Uses allowed subject to obtaining a Conditional Use Permit or Special Use
Permit.
1 . Churches
2 . Schools
3 . Commercial child care center
4 . Single story garden apartments and detached rental cottages
5 . Bed and breakfast inn
6 . Essential public facilities
7 . Small scale medical long -term care facility
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17 . 11 .350 Bulk and Dimension Standards .
The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone,
PUD or through the alternative subdivision design section of this Title . Height and setback
standards allow for minor intrusions, 3 feet so long as a minimum 3 foot setback is maintained, by
architectural treatments such as chimneys , copulas , bay windows , porch covers and door landings .
Density : Max of 10 dwelling units per gross acre .
Intensity : 50 % Max lot coverage
Min. Lot Area :
SFD 4 , 800 net- sq. ft . - Corner Lot 4 , 800 net- sq . ft.
3 ,250 net sq . ft. for each additional unit for a duplex
Public Facilities per approved SUP
Lot Dimensions : Building Lots shall have a maximum depth to width ratio of 3 : 1 .
Minimum lot width is 40 for interior lots , 40 feet for comer lots and 35 feet
for cul- du- sac, curve and knuckle lots , provided that the minimum lot width
is reached and maintained at a setback of 20 feet .
Lots shall be regular in shape with a maximum of five property lines and
the side property lines roughly parallel .
Height :
Primary building 30 feet (25 feet east of SR 3 )
Accessory structure 20 feet.
Non-residential buildings allowed by use permit; one additional foot of height for each additional
foot of setback over minimum up to a maximum of 30 feet or 25 feet East of SR 3 .
Setbacks :
Yard setbacks refer to the setback of structures from the property line . A 2 foot roof eve intrusion
is allowed. Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section 17 . 10 . 450 .
Front yard : 15 feet or the average setback for existing units on the block, if four or
more units , which ever is less . 10 feet on cul du sacs and knuckles so long
as the average setback of the structure is 20 feet.
Side yard : 5 feet
Street Side Yard : 5 feet and 15 feet for reverse corner lot.
Rear yard : Original construction and elevated deck 15 feet.
Single story addition : 10 feet unless rear yard abuts a right of way .
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Garages doors : 25 feet/ 20 feet with roll-up door. The garage door side yard or rear yard
setback may be reduced to 5 feet if the garage door is accessed from alley or private
driveway adjoining the lot.
17 . 11 . 360 Parking.
1 . Two off-street spaces per dwelling unit. See Chapter 17 . 15 and 17 . 10 .470 Vehicle Parking
for additional requirements .
2 . Boats, trailers and RVs must be parked on an improved all weather surface beyond the
front
yard or street side yard setback.
3 . The width of the driveway(s) shall not exceed 20 feet or one half the width of the lot which
ever is less .
17 . 11 . 370 Additional development and design criteria : (Reserved)
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17 . 11m400 " -2 " , Medium Density Multi Family Residential District
Sections :
17. 11 .410 Purpose : The purpose of the R-2 district is to provide for medium density multi-
family and single family attached residential dwellings with building scale , yards , and setbacks
reflecting the intensity of development located proximate to commercial and public services and
transit. The R-2 district provides a buffer between more intense uses and single family
neighborhoods .
17 . 11 .420 Allowed Uses :
I . Single family dwelling
2 . Duplexes
3 . Triplexes
4 . Garden apartments
5 . Townhouses
17 . 11 .430 Accessory Uses :
1 . Home occupations , also known as cottage industries , require a special use permit unless
they meet the standards as adopted in Section 1 . 03 . 021 of the Development Regulations .
2 . Accessory structures including shops and detached garages (total square footage not
exceeding 50% of the square footage of the primary residential structure) .
3 . Guest House (not a full dwelling unit and limited in area to 50% of the square footage of
the primary residential structure) .
4 . Laundry facilities
5 . Club houses
6 . Recreation areas
7 . Family child care center
8 . Group homes (up to six residents plus staff)
9 . Well heads and water treatment facilities and other utility services
17 . 11 .440 Use allowed subject to obtaining a conditional or special use permit :
1 . Schools
2 . Churches
3 . Parks
4 . Essential Public Facilities
17 . 11 .450 Bulk and Dimension Standards
The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone,
PUD or the alternative subdivision design section of this Title . Height and setback standards
allow for minor deviations of up , to 3 feet as long a minimum 3 foot setback is maintained, by
architectural treatments such as chimneys, copulas , bay windows , entry covers and door landings .
Density : Max of 10 dwelling units per gross acre .
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Intensity : 60 % Max lot coverage
Min . Lot Area :
Interior lot : 4 , 800 net sq. ft .
Corner lot : 9 , 600 net sq . ft.
Public Facilities per approved Special Use Permit.
Lot Dimensions : Building Lots shall have a maximum depth to width ratio of 3 : 1 .
Minimum lot width is 50 feet for interior lots , 60 feet for corner lots and 40
feet for cul-du- sac , curve and knuckle lots , provided that the minimum lot
width is reached and maintained at a setback of 20 feet.
Lots shall be regular in shape with a maximum of five property lines and
the side property lines roughly parallel .
Height : Primary building : 30 feet (25 feet east of SR 3 )
Accessory structure : 20 feet.
Dwelling Unit size : The minimum gross square footage, excluding a garage , for a primary single
family dwelling unit shall be 1000 square feet and 800 sq. ft. for single family attached, duplex
and multifamily units .
Setbacks : Yard setbacks refer to the setback of structures from the property line . Additional
standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section 17 . 10 . 450 .
Front yard : 20 feet. 10 feet on cul- de- sacs and knuckles as long as the average setback
is 20 feet.
Side yard; 5 feet
Storage sheds not larger than 120- sq . ft. in area, 5 feet.
Street side yard : 10 feet; 20 feet for a reverse corner lot.
Rear yard : Original construction and elevated deck 20 feet.
Single story addition: 10 feet unless rear yard abuts a right of way .
Garages doors : 25 feet / 20 feet with roll-up door, or 5 feet from an alley or private drive .
17 . 11 .460 Off- Street Parking . See also Chapter 17 . 15 and 17 . 10 . 470 Vehicle Parking for
additional requirements .
1 . Spaces may be tandem . For spaces located inside a garage or carport the spaces must
be completely clear of obstructions .
2 . Boats , trailers and RVs must be parked on an improved all weather surface beyond the
front yard or street side yard setback.
3 . The width of the driveway(s) shall not exceed more than one half the width of the lot .
17ell. A70 Additional Development and Design Criteria (Reserved)
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17 . 11 . 500 -Y — High Density Multi Family Residential District
Sections ®
17 . 11 . 510 Purpose :
The purpose and function of the R-3 District is to allow for the development of dense multi- family
apartment rental housing in integrated development projects with on- site management, recreation
amenities, parking and open space . It is also a mixed use district that allows as a permitted use
professional office and service uses compatible with the residential nature of the district through
limited hours and traffic generation. This district is typically located near services and transit
routes and serves to provide affordable family housing as well as housing for single persons and
for young couples entering the housing market.
Where a residential use and a commercial use occupy the same property and/or building the
residential use shall be secondary to the commercial use .
17. 11 . 520 Allowed Uses :
1 . Residential apartments complexes of at least 10 units .
2 . Single family condominium projects of at least 10 units
3 . Dance or music studios : five (5) or fewer students at one time .
4 . Florist
5 . Dress shop
6 . Barber shop or beauty saloon no more than three (3 ) chairs
7 . Dry cleaners
8 . Group homes and residential care facilities : 12 or fewer
9 . Medical, dental offices and clinics
10 . Photographic , craft and art studios
11 . Professional, business , executive and financial offices
17 . 11 . 530 Accessory Uses :
1 . Recreation areas and clubhouses
2 . Parking lots and garages
3 . Storage units
4 . Playgrounds
5 . Family day care
6 . Home occupations
7 . Limited on- site retail sales for non-retail uses : no more than 20 % of gross income .
8 . Off- street parking
9 . Second floor business owner apartments .
10 . Laundry rooms
11 . Storage of one delivery vehicle
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17. 11340 Uses Allowed subject to obtaining a Use Permit ®
1 . Churches
2 . Fraternal and community service clubs
3 . Public schools
4 . Private academic schools
5 . Commercial child care center
17 , 11 . 550 Bulk and Dimension Standards
The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone,
PUD or the alternative subdivision design section of the Subdivision Code Title 16 MCC . Height
and setback standards allow for minor deviations by architectural treatments such as chimneys ,
copulas , bay windows, entry covers and door landings .
Density : Maximum of 20 dwelling units per net acre .
Intensity : 70% Maximum lot coverage
Min. Lot Area :
Interior lot 21 , 750 net sq . ft.
Corner Lot 21 , 750 sq. ft.
Public Facilities per approved Special Use Permit.
Lot Dimensions : Building Lots shall have a maximum depth to width ratio of 3 : 1 .
Minimum lot width is 50 for interior lots , 60 feet for corner lots and 40 feet
for cul-du- sac, curve and knuckle lots , provided that the minimum lot width
is reached and maintained at a setback of 20 feet.
Lots shall be regular in shape with side property lines roughly parallel .
Height : Primary building : 35 feet
Accessory Structures : 20 feet.
Dwelling Unit size : The minimum gross square footage, excluding a garage , for a primary
single family dwelling unit shall be 1000 square feet and 800 sq . ft. for
single family attached, duplex and multifamily units .
Setbacks : Yard setbacks refer to the setback of structures from the property line . Where a
property abuts another zone district with a more restrictive setback requirement the most
restrictive setback shall apply . Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in
Section 17 . 10 . 450 .
Front Yard : 10 feet .
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Side Yard : 5 feet
Street Side Yard : 10 feet
Rear yard : Original construction and elevated deck 20 feet
Single story addition: 10 feet unless rear yard abuts a right of way .
Fences over four feet: same as structures .
Garages doors : 25 feet/ 20 feet with roll-up door. The garage door side yard or rear yard setback
may be reduced to 5 feet if the garage door is accessed from alley or private driveway adjoining
the lot .
17. 11 . 560 Off-Street Parking. See Chapter 17 . 15 and 17 . 10 . 470 Vehicle Parking for
additional requirements .
1 . For spaces located inside a garage or carport the spaces must be completely clear of
obstructions .
2 . The width of the driveway(s) shall not exceed more than one half the width of the lot or 25
feet which ever is less .
3 . Boats , trailers and RVs must be parked in a common screened and improved storage area
4 . Parking stalls shall not have direct access to a public street.
5 . Parking stalls shall not be located within the front or street side yard setback.
17 . 11 . 570 Additional Development and Design Criteria (Reserved)
17AL580 Approval of plans
In addition to other required permits all developments in the R-3 district shall require Binding Site
Plan approval .
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17 . 11 . 600 " P" — Mobile Home Park Overlay District
17AL610 Purpose : The purpose of the Mobile Home Park overlay district is to provide for
accommodation of mobile homes in planned, integrated, mobile home parks so as to protect the
health, safety and welfare of the community . The "MHP" district is a residential zone and may be
overlaid over any residentially zoned district.
17 . 11 . 620 Permitted Uses : All uses in a mobile home park shall require a mobile home park
permit .
17. 11 . 630 Accessory Uses : Accessory uses shall be allowed as permitted in an approved
mobile home park permit.
17. 11 . 640 Uses Permitted subject to obtaining a Mobile Home Park permit.
A . Mobile Home Parks
17. 11 . 650 Binding Site Plan Required.
A . A preliminary binding site plan shall be approved concurrently with a mobile home park
permit for a mobile home park.
B . A final binding site plan shall be recorded prior to occupancy of a mobile home park .
17 . 11 . 660 Density : Density of dwelling units shall be the same as the underlying zoning
district.
17 . 11 . 670 Bulk and Dimension Standards :
A . Park size : The minimum area for a mobile home park shall be 3 acres .
B . Space Size : The size of individual mobile home spaces shall be as provided in Mason
County Ordinance 118 - 91 .
Co Height Limit: 25 feet
D . Setbacks : Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section 17 . 10 . 450 .
1 . Perimeter : There shall be a 20 foot landscaped setback around the perimeter of the park
2 . Individual units : Individual dwelling units and accessory structures shall be setback
from space lines as required by Mason County Ordinance 118 - 91 .
17. 11 . 680 Additional Development and Design criteria. The establishment or expansion of
a mobile home park shall be subject to approval of a mobile home park permit. When different
development standards are applicable from other regulations (e . g . , the Shoreline Master Program)
the more restrictive shall apply .
17 . 11 . 690 Parking.
A. In addition to the requirements and standards of Chapter 17 . 15 the following shall apply ;
1 . Spaces required :
* 2 spaces per each dwelling unit (may be tandem) .
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* . 5 guest spaces per dwelling unit (spread throughout park) .
17. 11 . 695 Signs . A sign program shall be submitted for approval concurrently with the
application for a mobile home park permit.
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17o11 , 800
" 41"'- RESIDENTIAL - PLATTED DISTRICT
Sections :
17. 11 . 810 Purpose : The purpose of the R4P district is to stabilize and retain the character
and integrity of existing residential neighborhood of the Lake Land Village plat . The area has
been platted but is still being developed with a mix of single family and small multi-family
dwellings built around or near the golf courses , lakes , and other amenities provided by the
development.
17 , 11 . 820 Allowed Uses : Uses allowed in the R- 11? district shall be as follows :
1 . Single Family Dwellings
2 . Duplexes and multi-family dwellings including condominiums .
17 . 11 . 830 Accessory Uses : the following use are permitted only as they are accessory to the
primary allowed uses and may or may not require a special license or permit in addition to
building permits :
1 . Home Occupations, also known as cottage industries , require a special use permit unless
they meet the standards as adopted in Section 1 . 03 . 021 of the Development Regulations
2 . Accessory Structures including shops and detached garages (total square footage not
exceeding the square footage of the primary residential structure) .
3 . Guest House (not a full dwelling unit and limited in area to 50 % of the square footage of
the primary residential structure) .
4 . Accessory Dwelling units require a special use permit and are reviewed by the standards
adopted in Section 1 . 03 . 029 of the Development Regulations
5 . Family Child Care Center
6 . Group Homes (up to six residents plus staff)
7 . Well heads and water treatment facilities and other utility facilities
8 . Common open space and recreation facilities
17. 11 . 840 Uses allowed subject to obtaining a Special Use Permit :
1 . Churches
2 . Schools
3 . Commercial Child Care Center
4 . Bed and Breakfast Inn
5 . Other Essential Public Facilities
17AL850 Bulk and Dimension Standards :
The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone ,
PUD or the alternative subdivision design section of the Subdivision Code Title 16 MCC . Height
and setback standards allow for minor deviations by architectural treatments such as chimneys,
copulas , bay windows , porch covers and door landings .
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Density : Max of 6 dwelling units per gross acre
Intensity : 40 % Max lot coverage for single family
Min. Lot Area : SFD = 7 , 000 net sq. ft.
SFD = Corner Lot 9 , 000 Sq . ft.
Duplex = 11 , 000 net square feet.
Public Facilities per SUP .
Lot Dimensions :
Building Lots shall have a maximum depth to width ratio of 3 : 1 .
Minimum lot frontage width is 60 for interior lots , 70 feet for corner lots
and 40 feet for cul-du- sac , curve and knuckle lots, provided that the
minimum lot width is reached and maintained at a setback of 20 feet.
Lots shall be regular in shape with a maximum of five property lines and
the side property lines roughly parallel .
Height : The Maximum height of structures in the district shall be as follows :
Primary building : 30 feet (25 feet east of SR 3 ) —
Accessory Structure : 20 feet.
Setbacks : Yard setbacks refer to the setback of structures (over two feet in height)
from the property line . A 2 foot roof eve overhang is allowed in the setback.
Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section
17 . 10 . 450 .
Front yard : 20 feet. 10 feet on cul-de - sacs and knuckles as long as the average
minimum setback is 20 feet.
Side yard : 5 feet.
Storage sheds not larger than 120 - sq . ft. in area : 5 feet .
Street side Yard : 10 feet; 20 feet for reverse corner lot.
Rear yard : Original construction and elevated decks 20 feet.
Single story addition: 10 feet unless rear yard abuts a right of way .
Garage doors : 25 feet/ 20 feet for roll-up door.
17. 11 . 860 Parking : Per Chapter 17 . 15 , with additional requirements in 17 . 10 . 470
Vehicle Parking .
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The width of the driveway(s) shall not exceed more than one half the width of the lot at the access ,
provided that only on lots existing prior to July 1 , 2004 with a width of 40 feet or less ,
administrative approval can be granted for a greater width when a larger driveway is required for
fire code access , because of steep slopes or other special physical features of the site , or to allow
a driveway of at least 12 feet in width .
17 . 11 . 870 Development and Design criteria : (Reserved)
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CHAPTER 17. 12
Commercial Zoning Districts in the Allyn UGA
17012 . 100 "VC " — Village Commercial District
Sections :
M12 . 110 Purpose
17. 12 . 120 Permitted Uses
17 . 12 . 125 Accessory Uses
17 . 12 . 130 Use permitted subject to obtaining a use permit
17 . 12 . 140 Bulk and dimension standards
17. 12 . 150 Additional Development and Design criteria
17el. 1160 Signs
17. 12 . 170 Parking
17sl- 1180 Applicability
M12 . 110 Purpose : The Village Commercial District is a pedestrian and transit oriented
mixed use district primarily designed as a location for neighborhood, community wide and tourist
retail, office , restaurant, entertainment and service uses including transient accommodations .
Long term occupancy residential uses , both owner occupied and rental, are permitted on the
second story . The district will provide opportunities for transit routes and stops and to provide
shared parking opportunities . Physically the district will retain the pedestrian oriented scale and
intensity of use of the rest of the Village core area. Because of its nature the Village Commercial
District zone may only be located in the village center.
A . Goals of the district are :
1 . Promote private development and uses , which complement public streetscape ,
infrastructure and governmental improvements and uses .
2 . Foster civic pride in the area and thereby stabilize and improve property values and
stimulate business investment .
3 . Encourage new uses and services consistent with the downtown, pedestrian oriented,
character of the area to achieve a viable and sustainable commercial district.
4 . Prohibit new uses that are incompatible with the function and purpose of the district and
encourage the relocation to other locations in the community, of existing non.
conforming uses .
5 . Encourage efficient land use and investment in the rehabilitation, expansion and use of
existing structures and in- fill sites through increased zoning and parking allowances and
flexibility .
6 . Encourage the concept of "mixed" commercial, residential and civic uses in order to ,
provide affordable housing opportunities , provide a diverse market for retail goods and
services , promote alternative modes of transportation, maximize the use of public
infrastructure investments and foster a greater sense of "neighborhood" within the
district .
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7 . Encourage a sense of "ownership" of the village core within all members of the
community as the social and cultural heart of the village by providing opportunities for
cultural and celebratory events and development of public spaces and buildings .
8 . Promote a physical environment through architectural, streetscape and open space
improvements that are evocative of the historic and natural character of the community .
9 . Provide shared parking opportunities .
10 . Promote tourist oriented market opportunities including water related activities .
17A1120 Permitted Uses. The following uses , subject to applicable licensing and
development regulations , shall be allowed outright within the "VC " district.
1 . Alcoholic beverage sales : package stores and wine shops
2 . Antique shops .
3 . Appliance and communication equipment repair shop and/or sales .
4 . Art Galleries and artist studios
5 . Art and craft supplies , retail
6 . Vehicle parts store
7 . Bakery, with on site sales
8 . Bicycle shops
9 . Book stores
10 . Banks and financial institutions
11 . Barbers and beauty shops
12 . Clothing sales and rentals and shoe stores
13 . Delicatessen
14 . Dry cleaners and laundries not including Laundromats
15 . Fabric and yard goods
16 . Florists
17 . Food Stores , retail including groceries, bakers, butchers, health, candy
18 . Furniture store less than 10 , 000 sq. ft.
19 . Grocery stores less than 10 , 000 sq. ft .
20 . Hotels / motels
21 . Household fixtures including plumbing, lighting, heating/cooling
22 . Hardware stores : under 10 , 000 sq . ft.
23 . Hobby shops
24 . Jewelry store
25 . Locksmith
26 . Medical offices
27 . Music stores , recordings and instruments
28 . Paint and glass shops
29 . Pharmacy, dispensing
30 . Photographic studio
31 . Printing, publishing and reproduction
32 . Professional offices
33 . Radio and Television broadcasting station
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34 . Restaurants , cafes and food stands : sit down and walk up with seating for no more than
120 patrons
35 . Retail shops not otherwise named similar in size , character and impacts
36 . Second hand stores and pawn shops
37 . Sporting goods store
38 . Stationary and office supply stores
39 . Theater, live stage , no more than 250 seats
40 . Theater, motion picture , one screen and no more than 250 seats
41 . Second floor Residential apartment
17A1125 Accessory uses . The following uses shall be permitted as ancillary to permitted
uses or uses obtaining a use permit in the district and shall not be established independent of the
primary use .
1 . Alcoholic beverage sales : on- site , in association with full menu food uses .
2 . Merchandise repair excluding vehicles
3 . Micro brewery
4 . Parking of one delivery vehicle
5 . Dance floors no larger than 300 sq. ft.
6 . Music and electronic game machines up to a total of four
7 . Catering
17912 . 130 Use permitted subject to obtaining a use permit. The following uses , subject to
applicable licensing and development regulations , shall be allowed within the "Village
Commercial" district only with approval of a conditional use permit except that a use permit shall
not be required where any of the listed uses are included in an approved Planned Unit
Development. Consideration shall be given to the purpose and development standards of the
district including any adopted design guidelines .
1 . Antique malls over 10 , 000 sq. ft.
2 . Bars and taverns other than those associated with full menu food service .
3 . Churches
4 . Clinics including veterinary
5 . Commercial parking lots not associated with an on- site use
6 . Day Care
7 . Drive -through sales , service, pick-up or delivery.
8 . Funeral, cremation and mortuary services .
9 . Gasoline retail sales .
10 . Gyms , fitness and aerobic studios
11 . Laundromats
12 . Live entertainment except between the hours of 1 : 30 AM and 7 : 00 AM
13 . Private transportation depot
14 . Second floor residential uses not ancillary to a business .
15 . Schools
16 . Public sidewalk food and merchandise vendors including Espresso and newsstands .
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17 . Theaters , movie and stage
18 . Private recreation facilities including game arcades , batting cages , shooting galleries
and skating rinks .
19 . Dance and music studios
20 . Dance floors over 300 sq. ft . in area
21 . Out- door storage of merchandise and/or more than one vehicle
17e12 . 140 Bulk and dimension standards :
Minimum Lot Area : 9 , 600 sq . ft.
Maximum Height : The maximum height of any structure in the "VC " district shall be 30 feet
(25 feet East of SR 3 ) except that church spires, bell towers , chimneys and other architectural
features may exceed the height limit by 50 % and communication facilities by as much as
permitted through approval of a special use permit.
Minimum Setbacks : There shall be no zoning setbacks from property lines in the "VC" district
except that setbacks may be required to provide line of site clearance for vehicle drivers for the
purpose of public safety . Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section
17 . 10 . 450 .
Maximum Lot Coverage : There shall be no maximum lot coverage standard in the "VC" district.
Floor Area Ratio : There is no maximum floor area ratio and there shall be a minimum ratio of
. 5 : 1 .
17. 11150 Additional Development and Design criteria : Development criteria are
established to ensure compatibility of uses permitted within the district, to encourage good
building and landscaping design, and to ensure the protection of the public health, safety and
general welfare . In addition to development regulations found elsewhere in this title the following
standards shall apply to development projects within the "VC" district . Additional standards for
setbacks in special situations are in Section 17 . 10 . 450 .
A. General criteria :
1 . Parking : Required parking for the "VC" district shall be as stipulated in Chapter
17 . 150 "Off- Street Parking" of this Title . Surface parking lots shall be located at
the rear or side of the site and shall have no direct parking space access from a
public street.
2 . Signs : Private signage shall be allowed as stipulated in Chapter 17 . 16 , " Signs" of
this title .
3 . Trash : Exterior trash containers shall be located within enclosures matching design
criteria on file with the Building and Public Works Department except where
placed outside at a designated location for collection the same day as the collection
is scheduled .
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4 . Storage : All exterior storage shall be screened from view behind solid walls or
fences no greater than eight (8 ) feet in height.
5 . Fencing : Fencing shall be decorative and compatible in design and integrated with
architecture of the associated use . Fences , except for storage areas , shall be no
more than six (6) feet in height and shall not obstruct line of sight clearance or
safety exiting .
6 . The address of all buildings and individual units shall be displayed on the exterior
to the building, including on alley frontages , in a manner that allows for easy
identification by the public and emergency response personnel .
7 . Entries : Each building and commercial units within buildings , shall have at least
one primary entry on any street frontage unless units with a building share a
common entry from which the unit may be accessed during all business hours .
Entries shall be clearly defined, oriented to pedestrian travel ways and away from
vehicle driveways . Entries shall be provided with weather protection.
8 . Structures shall be located proximate to the street to promote store front display,
pedestrian activity and a harmonious streetscape while leaving opportunities to
create space between building walls and the public sidewalk for exterior uses , sign
displays , exterior seating, landscaping, architectural interest such as cantilevered
second stories , canopies and esplanades and to provide locations for public art and
information.
9 . All electrical , mechanical and plumbing equipment, including roof equipment, and
appurtenances shall be screened from view or otherwise architecturally treated
except those required for safety purposes .
10 . Architecture and aesthetics : (Reserved)
B . Commercial :
1 . Overhead Doors : Overhead loading doors shall be permitted along street frontages
and all street doors shall be for pedestrian access only .
2 . Loading areas : Loading or pick-up of merchandise or materials shall be restricted
to alleyways or designated on- site loading areas .
3 . Out door display of sales of merchandise : The outdoor sale of display of
merchandise , whether on-site or on public property or right of way, shall only be
allowed as permitted under guidelines approved by the County Board of
Commissioners .
4 . Canopies , signs, balconies and other architectural projections may encroach into
the public right of way with approval of an Encroachment Permit by the Public
Works Director and when an overhead clearance of a minimum of eight (8 ) feet is
maintained.
5 . Ground floor frontages shall be provided with large framed display windows above
a height of three (3 ) feet so that at least 50 percent of the frontage wall is
transparent between a height of three (3 ) feet and below eight (8) feet .
C . Residential :
1 . Non-transient residential uses shall be located above the ground floor.
2 . Required residential parking shall be provided on site .
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Public Facilities ® The design and development standards of public facilities shall be
determined and approved during the Special Use Permit process .
17 . 12 . 160 Signs : See Chapter 17 . 16
17 . 12 . 170 Off-Street Parking . See Chapter 17 . 15
A. In addition to compliance with Chapter 17 . 15 development in the VC zone district may
pay an in-lieu parking fee, as established by the Board of Commissioners , for each
required space not developed on site or provided for in a shared parking arrangement.
Such fee shall be deposited in an account dedicated to the construction and maintenance of
public parking in the VC district.
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17e12100 " T " , TOURIST COMMERCIAL OVERLAY DISTRICT
Sections .
17 . 12110 Purpose
17A2 .220 Permitted Uses
17 * 12 *225 Accessory Uses
17 . 12 . 230 Use permitted subject to obtaining a use permit
17. 12140 Bulk and dimension standards
17. 12 .250 Development criteria
17A1260 Signs
17. 12170 Parking
17. 12 .280 Applicability
17 . 12 .210 Purpose : The "Tourist Commercial" District is an overlay district limited in size
and location as dictated by its function. It may only overlay the "Village Commercial" District.
The purpose of "Tourist Commercial" district is to provide through development and design
controls and use limitations a mixed recreation, cultural and commercial district to enhance and
promote the economic revitalization of Allyn ' s historic central business district. The intent is the
creation of an attractive pedestrian oriented commercial and recreation district enjoyed by both
locals and visitors . Goals of the district are :
1 . Promote private development and uses, which complement and are integrated with
public streetscape , open spaces and other governmental improvements and uses .
2 . Foster civic pride in the area and thereby stabilize and improve property values and
stimulate investment .
3 . Encourage new uses and services consistent with the tourist, pedestrian oriented, and
active outdoor character of the area to achieve a viable and sustainable commercial
district.
4 . Prohibit new uses that are incompatible with the function and purpose of the district and
encourage the relocation, to other locations within the community, of non- conforming
uses .
5 . Encourage efficient land use and investment in the rehabilitation, expansion and use of
existing structures and in- fill sites through flexible development and parking standards .
6 . Encourage the concept of pedestrian oriented development to allow easy and safe
pedestrian access throughout the district, between properties and businesses and to
adjoining districts through thoughtful design of public improvements and private
buildings and sites , the development of an attractive and stimulating streetscape and
pedestrian and bike trails and paths .
7 . Enhance the pedestrian experience and safety as well as make local merchandising more
effective by providing a built environment that will slow traffic down while maintaining
through traffic and delivery opportunities
8 . Promote alternative modes of transportation, maximize the use of public infrastructure
investments , better design and foster a greater sense of "neighborhood" within the
district.
9 . Encourage a sense of "ownership " of the district within all members of the community .
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10 . Promote a physical environment through architectural, streetscape and open space
improvements that are evocative of the historic , rural and natural character of the
community particularly in relation to the waterfront.
11 . Provide an attractive "destination" for tourists and other visitors to the region and a
"gathering place" for locals .
12 . "Capture" a greater share of the drive by traffic on SR 3 and get visitors "out of their
cars" and into shops .
13 . Provide for adequate attractive , safe and accessible shared and public parking areas
which connect rather than divide uses and activities and allow a maximum non-vehicle
development of property .
14 . Provide a location for community wide social and cultural events and celebrations by
reinforcing streets and parks as public places and the development of public and semi.
public space .
15 . Maximize the use of public infrastructure, spaces and property to promote and enhance
business development and activity.
17 . 12 .220 Permitted Uses * The following uses , subject to applicable licensing and
development regulations , shall be allowed outright within the "Tourist Commercial" district.
A . All uses allowed in the "Village Commercial" District, provided that, due to the unique
nature of the "Tourist Commercial" overlay district, the following are not allowed;
1 . Auto sales
2 . Auto repair and service uses .
3 . Outdoor storage yards
4 . Mortuary services .
5 . Drive through sales , service , pick- up , or delivery, but not including a drive through
espresso stand.
17. 12 .225 Accessory Uses * Same as for Village Commercial District except as noted in Sec .
17 . 12 . 220 .
17. 12 .230 Uses allowed subject to obtaining a use permit. Same as for Village
Commercial District except as noted in Sec . 17 . 12 . 220 .
17 . 12 .240 Bulk and dimension standards . Same as for "Village Commercial" District
except as follows :
Height : On the shore side of SR 3 a maximum of 25 feet unless found in compliance with
adopted design criteria that maintains water views .
179129250 Additional Development and Design criteria * Same as for "Village
Commercial" District as well as :
1 . Comply with design guidelines for district adopted by Board of Commissioners .
2 . As a condition of permit approval easements may be required for utilities ,
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vehicle and pedestrian access , drainage and views , as are determined to be necessary to
meet the goals of the district stated above .
3 . Exterior social spaces shall be provided as part of project design.
4 . Compliance with state handicap access requirements shall include maintenance of travel
way standards to allow complete access throughout the district including from property
to property and from all parking lots to common travel ways .
VJ1260 Signs : See Chapter 17 . 16
MUM Off-street Parking : In addition to the requirements of Chapter 17 . 15 the
following standards shall apply in the "Tourist Commercial" Overlay District;
1 . Parking lot design shall comply with design guidelines adopted by the Board of
Commissioners .
2 . Parking lots shall be pedestrian friendly and allow access between parking lots on
adjacent properties .
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17 . 120300 " C " — Highway Commercial District
Sections .
17A2 . 310 Purpose
17. 12 . 320 Permitted uses
17 . 12 . 330 Accessory uses
17 . 12 .340 Use allowed subject to a use permit
17 . 12 .350 Bulk and Dimension standards
17 , 12 .360 Additional Development and Design criteria : (Reserved)
17 * 12 *370 Off-street Parking
17 * 12 *380 Signs
17 . 12 .390 Development approval
17A2 .310 Purpose ® The purpose of the Highway Commercial District is to provide a zone
for vehicle oriented, community wide or sub -regional, retail shopping uses and integrated
shopping centers located outside of the village center with frontage on and direct access from a
major arterial road .
17 . 12 . 320 Permitted uses : Permitted uses in the HC zone consist of retail, service , office ,
dining and entertainment uses to the general public that take place inside a completely enclosed
building in an integrated shopping center of at least 5 acres or as otherwise permitted by this title .
( See 17 . 12 . 340) Such uses include ;
1 . Apparel stores
2 . Appliance stores
3 . Art galleries
4 . Banks and lending institutions
5 . Bicycle shops
6 . Book stores
7 . Camera Shops
8 . Department Stores
9 . Drug stores and Pharmacies
10 . Food stores , including bakeries with on site sales , candy shops and health foods
11 . Furniture and office equipment stores
12 . Hardware stores
13 . Hobby shops and art supplies
14 . Jewelry stores
15 . Music and musical instrument stores
16 . Professional offices
17 . Restaurants , sit down
18 . Sporting goods stores
19 . Toy shops
20 , Supermarkets
21 . Variety stores
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17. 12 . 330 Accessory uses .
1 . Minor outdoor display of merchandise
2 . Vending machines , screened from view
3 . Minor recycling facilities
4 . Transit stops
17 . 12 .340 Use allowed subject to a use permit . Due to their potential negative impacts on
adjacent uses and public improvements the following uses , and similar uses , shall require approval
of a conditional use permit.
1 . Individual permitted business establishments or integrated multi-tenant centers of
less than 5 acres .
2 . Vehicle drive through lanes
3 . Game arcades
4 . Movie and stage theaters
5 . Pet shops
6 . Gas stations
7 . Hotels and motels
8 . Medical and veterinarian offices
9 . Motor vehicle sales , rental , repair or service
10 . On site liquor sales not in conjunction with a restaurant
Ilk Bars and night clubs
12 . Dance clubs
13 . Churches
14 . Mortuaries
15 . Skating rinks and similar active entertainment uses
22 . Major recycling facilities
Approval of a conditional use permit shall consider hours of operation, proximity of existing and
future adjacent uses , vehicle access , circulation and parking demand, concentrations of similar
uses , screening of unsightly features and on- site private security .
17. 12 .350 Bulk and Dimension standards .
Maximum Height: 35 feet
Maximum lot coverage (building, parking, and impervious surfaces) : 80%
Setbacks : 20 foot landscaped perimeter setback except may be reduced to 5 feet where site
abuts another commercial site . Additional standards for setbacks in special
situations are in Section 17 . 10 . 450 .
17. 12 . 360 Additional Development and Design criteria . (Reserved)
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M12 .370 Off-street Parking ® Per Chapter 17 . 15 , Off- Street Parking .
M12e380 Signs ® Per Chapter 17 . 16 , Signs .
17. 12 . 390 Development approval : In addition to other requirements , all development in the
"HC" district shall require site plan approval except where a Binding Site Plan is already required .
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Chapter 17. 13
Industrial Zoning Districts in the Allyn UGA
17J1100 " CM" — Commercial Manufacturing.
Sections :
17al. 1110 Purpose : The purpose of the Commercial Manufacturing District is to provide a
zone for light industrial uses , retail and service uses with industrial use attributes and the need for
limited parking , outdoor storage , warehousing or large outdoor storage areas .
17. 11120 Permitted uses :
1 . Appliance Repair
2 . Distribution, warehousing and wholesaling
3 . Equipment Sales and Service
4 . Furniture and major appliance sales
5 . Home furnishing sales
6 . Home improvement centers and lumber yards
7 . Light manufacturing
8 . Multi tenant industrial parks
9 . Printing and publishing
10 . Professional offices
11 . Medical clinics and other medical support services
17 . 13 . 130 Accessory uses :
1 . Outdoor storage, when screened
2 . Truck parking
3 . Other uses ancillary to the primary permitted use .
17* 13 * 140 Use allowed subject to a use permit :
1 . Animal Hospital and kennels
2 . Contractors equipment and vehicle storage yards .
3 . Restaurants
4 . Equipment rental
5 . Motor vehicle sales
6 . Gas station
7 . Vehicle repair and service
8 . Major recycling facilities
9 . Day care and temporary assisted care
10 . Community utility and infrastructure
17. 13150 Bulk and Dimension standards :
Minimum Lot Area : 19 , 200 sq . ft.
Maximum Lot Coverage : (building, parking, and impervious surfaces) — 90%
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Maximum Height Limit : 40 feet
Minimum Setbacks : Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section
1701094506
Front: 20 foot landscaped setback.
Side and Rear : 10 landscaped setback from non-residential and 20 from residential
plus an additional structure setback of 1 additional foot for each foot
of structure height over 35 feet.
17el. 1160 Additional Development and Design criteria :
17. 13 < 170 Off-street Parking : Per Chapter 17 . 15 , Off- street Parking .
17 . 13 . 180 Signs : Per Chapter 17 . 16 , Signs .
17al. 1190 Development approval * All development projects in the CM district shall require
approval of a site plan or Binding Site Plan.
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CHAPTER 17 . 14
Public Facility Districts in the Allyn UGA
17. 14 > 100 "PF " — Public Facilities Overlay District
Sections .
17 . 14 . 110 Purpose . The "PF" district is intended to provide an overlay zone and process that
can allow uses determined to be essential public and semi-public uses and facilities and necessary
to the public convenience , and that can not by their nature be identified with any particular zone
district, to be located anywhere in the UGA as necessary to allow the development and function of
the use while protecting the adjacent primary land uses from negative impacts . Since certain
special property uses have intrinsic characteristics relating to their function or operation which
may necessitate buildings or structures associated with the special property use to exceed the
height, bulk, and dimensional , or development standards of the zoning districts in which the
special uses may be located these bulk and dimension and development standards may be
modified through approval of a Special Use Permit
17J4 . 120 Permitted uses . All uses in the PF district require approval of a Special Use
Permit .
17 . 14 . 130 Accessory uses . Accessory uses are permitted as allowed in an approved Special
Use Permit.
17. 14 . 140 Uses allowed subject to approval of a Special Use Permit per the MCC . Public
and semi-public essential facilities necessary to the public convenience including :
1 . Airports .
2 . Government buildings .
3 . Educational institutions .
4 . Hospitals , clinics , and sanitariums (excluding animal hospitals and clinics) .
5 . Nursing Homes and Boarding homes for the aged .
6 . Correctional institutions .
7 . Communication towers and antennas .
8 . Parks , playgrounds and community recreation centers .
9 . Group homes for 12 or more persons in compliance with state regulations .
10 . Energy facilities .
11 . Major recycling facilities
12 . Hazardous waste treatment and storage facilities .
13 . Master Planned Resorts
14 . Solid waste facilities
15 . Bus stations and transit facilities .
16 . Non- franchised public utilities .
17 . Other essential public facilities .
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17014J50 Bulk and Dimension standards : To be determined through approval a Special
Use Permit .
17. 14 . 160 Additional Development and Design criteria :
1 . There shall be a demonstrated need for the use within the community which shall
not be contrary to public interest.
2 . The use shall be consistent with the goals and polices of the Comprehensive Sub -
area Plan.
3 . The approval body shall find that the use as proposed will not be detrimental to the
health, safety or general welfare or to private or public improvements and
infrastructure .
4 . There shall be adequate attenuation of noise , smoke , odors , traffic and unsightly
construction or storage .
5 . There shall be adequate landscaping, yard setbacks and fencing to mitigate the
impacts on adjacent properties and uses .
6 . Modifications to bulk and dimension standards must be based on a demonstrated
need for the function of the use .
17 . 14 . 170 Off-street Parking : Project specific as required by conditions of the Special Use
Permit.
17 . 14 . 180 Signs : Project specific as required by conditions of the Special Use Permit.
17 . 14 . 190 Development approval : All development and projects in the PF district shall
require approval of a Special Use Permit with concurrent Site Plan or Binding Site Plan approval
consistent with the MCC .
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17014 .200 " POS " — Public Opera Space
Sections ®
17e14e110 Purpose : The 66POS99 district is intended to provide an areas for essential public
and semi-public uses and facilities and necessary to the public convenience , and in particular to
provide for public park, recreational , and open space . The POS district recognizes the presence of
such public open spaces and recreational opportunities , but are not intended to be limited only to
open space or recreational use . Since certain special property uses have intrinsic characteristics
relating to their function or operation which may necessitate buildings or structures associated
with the special property use to exceed predictable height, bulk, and dimensional , or other
development standards , uses are reviewed by through a special use permit process .
M14 . 120 Permitted uses : All uses in the POS district require approval of a Special Use
Permit .
M14130 Accessory uses : Accessory uses are permitted as allowed in an approved Special
Use Permit .
17. 14 , 140 Uses allowed subject to approval of a Special Use Permit per the MCC : Public
and semi-public essential facilities necessary to the public convenience including :
1 . Government buildings .
2 . Educational institutions .
3 . Communication towers and antennas .
4 . Parks , playgrounds and community recreation centers .
5 . Bus stations and transit facilities .
6 . Non- franchised public utilities .
7 . Other essential public facilities .
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CHAPTER 17. 15
Off-Street Parking in the Allyn U A
SECTIONS :
17 . 15 . 010 Intent and Purpose
17015 , 020 Application
17 . 15 . 030 General Provisions
170152040 Minimum Parking Stall Size and Parking Lot Dimensions
170156050 Minimum Parking Number Requirements
17 . 15 . 060 Loading Space Requirements
176150070 Village Commercial District Parking Space Requirements
176150071 Application
IT 15 . 072 Parking and Loading Space Requirements
17 . 15 . 073 Use of Public Parking
I T 15 . 074 Alternative Means of Meeting Parking Requirements
176150075 Access and Design
17 . 15 . 080 Modified Required Parking Space Number Calculations .
I T I5 . 090 Parking Lot Location, Construction and Design.
I T 15 . 100 Access and Driveway Approach Regulations from Streets and Alleys
17 . 15 . 110 Parking and Storage of Recreational Vehicles , Boats and Trailers on Residential
Property .
176150120 Parking of Commercial Vehicles in Residential Zones
17 . 15 . 130 Commercial Storage of Vehicles
1 T 15 . 140 Variances
17 . 15 . 010 Intent and Purpose
The purpose and intent of these off- street parking regulations is to relieve congestion and provide
for safe movement of traffic along public streets ; to promote the general welfare and convenience
and prosperity of residential, commercial and manufacturing developments which depend on the
availability of off- street parking facilities ; to protect adjacent properties and neighborhoods from
intrusion of vehicular traffic and parking congestion generated by developments with inadequate
parking ; to promote the general business climate through safe, pedestrian friendly, and
environmentally sensitive lighting, for example , this might be downward directed lighting that
does not glare into adjoining areas , signing and design of parking lots which, provide attractive
and functional landscape areas , addresses storm water management issues , complements and
enhances adjacent businesses and which provides for public safety through driveway design and
location criteria and the ingress and egress from public streets . For the purposes of this chapter
recreational vehicle shall refer to all motor homes , campers , utility trailers , living trailers , boat
trailers and similar vehicles . On- street parking and the use of the public rights of way are
regulated by Title 10 of the Mason County Code .
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17 . 15 . 020 Application.
A . Except as otherwise allowed by this Chapter off—street parking spaces , covered spaces , drive
through spaces, loading spaces, handicapped accessible spaces , bicycle spaces and parking lots
as required by, and to the standards established by, this code shall be provided as follows ;
1 . For the establishment of a new non-residential land use and/or the construction of new
non-residential buildings .
2 . For the floor area or outdoor use area proposed for expansion of an existing non-
residential land use that increases the parking demand and the required number of
parking spaces .
3 . For the change in use of an existing residential property that results in an intensification
of the land use relative to parking demand and the required number of parking spaces .
4 . When an identified circumstance is reached for the establishment of phased parking
development.
5 . For the establishment or construction of a new residential dwelling unit or expansion of a
residential unit by more than 50 % of the original floor area.
B . No certificate of occupancy shall be issued for the use of any building or site nor a building or
site improvement permit issued for the erection or alteration of any building or site unless such
use or building complies with the regulations of this section. This shall not be interpreted to
interfere with the continued use of a legally non-conforming site or building as provided for in
this Chapter.
C . Except as otherwise required by this Chapter existing legal non-conforming parking may
remain and be maintained as established unless there is a danger to the public health, safety or
welfare . Any improvements to or expansion of non- conforming parking lots shall conform to
the provisions of this chapter except that a voluntary improvement and/or expansion shall not
be required to comply with the minimum number of spaces required and the expansion of
spaces that is triggered due to a change of use shall only be the difference between that
required for the existing use and the new use .
D . Requirements for uses not specifically listed in this Chapter shall be determined by the
Planning Manager or his or her designee , based on the requirements of comparable uses and
upon the particular characteristics of the use and/or other provisions of this chapter.
E . The numbers and dimensions of parking and loading spaces required by this Chapter shall be
considered the minimum required, unless otherwise provided, and additional parking may be
required based on the nature of the use and anticipated demand . On- street parking shall not be
counted toward compliance with the minimum number of spaces required .
17. 15 . 030 General Provisions :
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A . All parking spaces and loading spaces and parking lots shall be maintained and kept available
for their intended use and size vehicle intended and shall not be discontinued, reduced, or
altered in any way without approval of the Planning Department and in compliance with the
requirements and standards of this Chapter.
B . All required guest, handicap ; loading ; compact; or other restricted spaces shall be designated
as such and restricted to such use .
C . No repair work or servicing of vehicles shall be conducted on designated parking areas .
D . Fractional spaces shall be counted as the next largest whole space .
E . Off-street parking and parking lots constructed, even when not required by this Chapter, shall
be constructed and maintained in compliance with the development and use standards of this
Chapter.
F . No property shall be used for parking and/or storage of vehicles except as in compliance with
the provisions of this Chapter. Except as otherwise noted all vehicles shall be provided with a
parking surface in compliance with the design and development standards for parking spaces
and parking lots in this Chapter.
G . All parking lot construction, drainage , landscaping and stripping plans , including for
improvements to an/or expansion of existing parking lots , shall be approved by the Planning,
Building and Public Works Departments for compliance with the requirements of this Chapter
and Title and all other County development standards and regulations .
F . Grading and paving of parking lots shall be in compliance with the permits and standards
required in Title 14, Building and Construction and with the Storm Water Management
Requirements of Mason County. A licensed civil and hydrological engineer shall prepare all
plans and water runoff estimates . All associated construction within a public right of way
including driveway approach construction and landscaping requires the approval of an
Encroachment and Access Permit, with associated bonding or other surety for completion of
the work, by the Public Works Department and compliance with all adopted traffic control and
safety regulations and procedures . A set of approved "as built" Grading and Drainage and
Public Improvement Plans shall be submitted on Mylar prior to release of bonds and/or
occupancy .
17 . 15 . 040 Minimum Parking Space and Lot Dimensions
A . Parking Stall Size :
1 . Residential 10 feet by 20 feet
2 . Commercial 9 feet by 19 feet .
3 . Compact 9 feet by 15 feet .
4 . * Handicap Van : 8 feet by 19 feet plus 8 feet unloading area .
5 . Car : 8 feet by 19 feet plus 5 foot unloading area
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6 . RBI 10 feet by 30 feet
7 . Parallel 8 feet by 23 feet .
8 . Drive through
9 . Cueing space 8 feet by 10 feet widened at curves as necessary .
10 . Diagonal 30 , 45 and 60-degree parking spaces are permitted in
conformance with the following table :
* Dimensions may not be less than state adopted standards . Handicapped unloading area
may be on either side of parking stall .
Be TABLE FOR STANDARD SIZE PARKING ANGLES (Does not include 2 ' allowance
for overhang or interlock reduction)
A B C D E
0 8 ' 8 ' 23 ' 12 '
30 9 ' 17 ' 17 ' 12 '
45 9 ' 19 , 12 . 7 ' 14 '
60 9 ' 2005 ' 10 . 4 ' 15 '
90 9 ' 19 , 9 ' 24 '
A = Parking angle .
B = Stall width
C = Stall depth from curb to drive aisle
D = Width at curb
E = Aisle width, one way
C . Backup space shall be 24 feet except for diagonal spaces accessed by a one-way drive aisle .
D . Drive aisles from which no parking is directly accessed shall be a minimum of 20 feet in width
for two way and 12 feet in width for one way.
E . There shall be a two -foot overhang allowance into landscaping or hardscape buffers
or sidewalk areas provided the sidewalk maintains minimum access width requirements ,
which in no case shall be less than 4 feet.
17 . 15 . 050 Minimum Number of Spaces Required.
A . Off- street parking ratios expressed as the number of spaces per square feet means the useable
or net square footage exclusive of non-public or employee work area footage of floor area
such as maintenance areas, foyers , closets , restrooms or storage areas other than active file
rooms . Fraction numbers of calculated spaces shall be rounded up to the next highest whole
number. Public parking spaces , either on-street or in public parking lots , shall not be included
in parking calculations . The applicability of parking on private streets shall be determined
during project approval .
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B . The required number of parking spaces for each type of land use shall be as stipulated below,
except as the requirements may be modified or installation phased by other sections of this
chapter :
1 . Residential
a. Single Family Detached = 2 spaces per unit.
b . Single Family Attached, Duplexes and Triplexes = 2 Spaces per unit .
c . Four-plex multi-family and above = 1 space per unit up to two bedrooms and . 5
space for each bedroom over two ; plus . 5 guest space per unit.
d . Mobile home parks = 2 space per unit plus . 5 guest space for each unit.
e . Group facilities = 1 space per each 3 beds .
f. Single family, duplex or triplex developments which restrict parking on local or
minor collector residential streets shall provide . 5 guest space for each unit where
parking is restricted to one side of the street and 1 guest space per unit where
parking is prohibited on both sides of the street .
2 . Commercial (Except for properties located in the Village Commercial ) :
a . Retail : 1 space for each 250 sq . ft. ; or
1 space each 400 sq . ft. for shopping centers , or
Shared parking lots by independent businesses , with five or more uses
and 50 , 000 sq. ft. of retail area .
b . Barber shops and salons : 3 spaces for each chair
c . Restaurants up to 12 seats : 1 space for each 250 sq . ft.
d. Restaurants over 12 seats : 1 space for each 60 square feet of customer seating
area and 1 space for each 400 square feet of kitchen and non- customer area .
e . Bank and professional office (except medical) : 1 space for each 300 sq . ft .
f. Medical Office = 1 space for each 200 sq. ft.
g . Gyms and aerobic studios = 1 space for each 50 sq. ft.
h . Technical school = 1 space for each 100 sq . ft.
i . Hotels and motels = 1 space per unit plus 1 employee space for each 10 units , plus
parking for accessory uses by type and one RV parking space for each 10 units .
j . Outdoor product display areas = 1 space for each 1 , 000 sq. ft . of display or sales
area .
3 . Industrial :
a . Manufacturing : 1 space for each 750 sq. ft.
b . Warehousing : 1 space for each 1500 sq . ft. up to 10 , 000 sq. ft. and
1 space for each 2 , 000 sq . ft. over 10 , 000 .
c . Retail Show Rooms : 1 space for each 500 sq . ft.
d. Research and development : 1 space for each 500 sq . ft.
e . In addition to above industrial uses employing drivers taking vehicles off-site for
delivery or construction shall provide 1 space for each driver.
In addition to the following, office space in industrial uses shall be 1 space for each
250 sq. ft.
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4 . Public and Semi-public Uses including public schools , parks and athletic facilities : While
the exact number of spaces shall be determined through the Special Use Permit Process the
following minimums shall apply :
a . Hospitals and convalescent care facilities : One space per longer-term care bed
and 1 space for each 200 sq . ft . of out patient area .
b . Schools : One space for each classroom plus 1 space for each 250 sq . ft . of
office area; plus 1 space for each 100 sq . feet of kitchen area ; Plus 1 guest space
per each five required spaces ; plus for high schools and colleges 10 spaces per
classroom.
c . Churches : 1 space for each three seats in the largest assembly area .
d. Theaters : 1 space for each three seats .
e . Library : 1 space for 300 sq . ft.
f. Museum and art gallery: 1 space for 500 sq . ft.
g . Clubs and lodges : 1 space for each two seats .
h. Sports facilities / auditoriums : 1 space for each three seats .
5 . For un-named uses the number of spaces required may be based on a similar use listed or
on a study provided by a recognized professional in the area of parking and trip demand.
6 . For projects that combine a mix of uses the requirement shall be calculated by the addition
of the total required for each use area by square footage ; the provisions for shared parking
in this chapter may be applied .
7 . Compact Spaces
a . Up to 20 % of the number of required spaces over 20 may be compact .
b . Compact spaces shall be clearly designated and should be grouped separate from
standard spaces
8 . Bicycle Parking
a . For commercial and public parking uses that require at least 50 parking stalls a
bicycle rack with a capacity for 4 bicycles shall be provided for each 50 parking s
stalls not to exceed a total of 12 bicycle spaces .
17. 15 . 060 Minimum Loading Space Requirements .
A . Size : Loading spaces sizes shall be dimensioned to accommodate the type vehicle intended
for use however the following minimums shall apply where loading spaces are required .
1 . Type A space = 10 ' by 30 ' with 14 ' vertical clearance .
2 . Type B Space = 12 ' by 40 ' with 14 ' vertical clearance .
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Be Location : Loading spaces shall be adjacent to the doors they serve and be
separated from parking stalls and be located so to not interfere with circulation or parking or to
cause an unsightly appearance or provide the potential for noise impacts on residential areas .
C . Numbers : In addition to the minimums listed below each loading door shall have an
associated loading space . All loading spaces shall be designated with striping .
Type Use Floor Area Number of spaces required
Commercial 0 — 10 , 000
10 , 001 — 20 , 000 1 Type A
Over 20 , 000 1 Type B
Industrial under 5 , 000 1 type A
5 , 000 — 15 , 000 1 Type B
15 , 001 — 50 , 000 2 Type B
over 50 , 000 3 Type B
Public As required by use permit.
17915 * 070 Village Commercial Parking Space Requirements
Purpose : The village commercial core area is a unique mixed-use area in the center of Allyn .
It is the historic commercial center of the village and surrounding area. The Village Commercial
and Tourist Commercial overlay districts were developed to recognize the unique historic ,
cadastral, physical and mixed-use aspects of the core area and to respond to the changing regional
business climate . There are limited prime , business frontage locations and an existing in-efficient
mix of paved, unpaved and informal parking spaces . The Sub-area Plan calls for a pedestrian
oriented village core preserving the historic , cultural and social characteristics while promoting
new investment based on local demand and the growing tourist opportunities .
To this end, along with zoning regulations for use and physical development, parking regulations
specific to the Village Commercial zoning districts are necessary to achieve the goals of the Sub-
Area Plan while recognizing the limitations for development of vehicle parking, circulation and
truck delivery . Planned public parking along with opportunities provided by on street parking not
currently available and for cooperative shared and leased parking arrangements between property /
business owners are reflected in the regulation of this Section.
17. 15 . 071 Application : The provisions of Section 17 . 15 . 070 through 17 . 15 . 075 shall apply
to all properties within the Village Commercial and Tourist Commercial Overlay districts .
Provisions of this chapter not specifically modified by this section shall also apply . Existing legal
non-conforming parking shall be maintained at its present level in a manner safe to the users and
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general public and where it is not detrimental to public or private improvements . Any new
parking voluntarily established, or improvement of existing parking shall comply with the
development standards of this chapter and section.
17 . 15 . 072 Off Street Parking and Loading Space Requirements
A . Vehicle Parking :
1 . Commercial :
The number of parking spaces required for commercial uses in the Village Commercial
district, except as otherwise noted, shall be 50 % of the number required by Section
17 . 15 . 050 .
2 . Residential :
One parking stall shall be required for each residential unit.
3 . Hotels and Motels :
One space per room plus additional parking required for ancillary uses per ( 1 ) above .
B . Loading : Loading spaces shall be provided as required by Section 17 . 15 . 060 except where a
public alley is available and may be used in a safe manner as determined by the Planning
Manager.
17. 15 . 073 Use of Public Parking
A . On street parking and spaces located in public parking lots shall not be reserved or restricted
except those spaces reserved for use by handicapped individuals or on which time limits
have been set.
B . Nothing in this section is intended to limit voluntary parking management programs
established by business or property owners .
17 . 15 .074 Alternative Means of Meeting On-Site Parking Requirements
In addition to those alternative means listed in Section 17 . 15 . 080 uses in Village Commercial may
meet the requirements of this code by use of the following :
A . In-Lieu Fee :
The required number of on- site spaces for any use may be reduced on a one for one basis by
payment of an in-lieu of fee as established by the Board of Commissioners for use in the
development of public parking lots .
B . Dedication of parking :
The required number of on- site spaces for any use may be reduced on a one for one basis by
development of and dedication to the county or Port of Allyn of a Public parking lot, or
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expansion of an existing lot, within the Village Commercial district, constructed to County
standards and in which a minimum of 20 spaces are provided.
17. 15 . 075 Access and Design
Access and design of parking lots in the Village Commercial district shall be as stipulated
elsewhere in this Title , see Chapter 17 . 12 the "Village Commercial" district and "Tourist
Commercial" overlay district, and in compliance with any design guidelines adopted by the Board
of Commissioners .
17. 15 . 080 Modified Calculations for required On -Site Parking Space Number.
In addition to the following, see Section 17 . 15 . 090 (B ) , Parking Lot Location, regarding the use of
off- site parking .
A . Common Use of Facilities : Common parking areas may be shared for independent uses
where the total number of spaces provided equal the sum of that required for the individual
uses and where there is assurance , such as a document recorded to run with the land, the
parking will always be accessible to all parties . Handicap accessible parking requirements
shall be based on the total number of spaces provided.
B . Joint Use of Facilities : A minor conditional use permit may be issued for joint use of
parking facilities , i . e . where the same parking spaces are used by different uses at different
times , under the following conditions .
1 . Up to 50 percent of the parking required for a use that normally operates in the daytime
may be credited to a use that normally operates at night or vice versa .
2 . Up to 100 percent of the parking required for a church or school may be credited to
another use during periods when the church or school is not active .
3 . The use for which the joint use is requested must be located within 500 feet of the
parking facility .
4 . The applicant shall provide evidence that such joint use will not create a conflict of
overlapping use of the parking .
5 . A written agreement shall be recorded to run with the land that ensures the parking will
be available for as long as the joint use is required .
C . Use of Adjusted Gross Floor Area Calculations :
In the computation of floor area or building square footage relative to compliance with this
Chapter an adjusted gross floor area shall be used . Adjusted gross floor area shall exclude all
common facilities shared by tenants who do not contribute to building occupancy or in single
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occupancy units those areas which are ancillary to and support the main use and shall be limited to
mechanical rooms , elevators, foyers , indivisible corridors and hallways , janitor ' s closets . This
does not include file rooms or other storage rooms that are an integral and typical part of the
business or use .
D . Parking Studies :
An applicant may request a modification, to be allowed by the approval body, to the minimum
number of parking or loading spaces required by providing a study by a qualified professional that
substantiates that parking demand can be met with reduced requirements due to such factors as
drive -by trip capture , hours of operation or alternative transportation availability for the customer
base .
E . Transit Oriented Development :
Transit Oriented Developments approved as a Planned Unit Development or commercial uses
approved under the provisions of a Binding Site Plan may propose reduced parking requirements
in lieu of provisions for alternate modes of transportation .
17. 15 . 090 Parking Lot Location, Construction and Design
A . General Criteria
All parking lots and spaces constructed shall comply with the following unless specifically altered
by some other provision of the MCC or as modified where allowed in approval of a use permit.
1 . Parking lots and spaces shall be constructed of either Asphalt Concrete (AC) or Portland
Concrete Cement (PCC) or some other approved all weather hard surface such a brick or
paving stones .
2 . Comply with the Mason County requirements for grading, drainage and storm water
management.
3 . Use a minimum 2 % slope for AC ; 1 % slope for PCC for water drainage .
4 . Separate parking spaces with landscape and/or hardscape buffers from public sidewalk,
buildings , moving cars . Buffers should be a minimum of 5 feet in width . Buffers adjacent
to the public right of way, except for alleys shall be landscaped and have 10 feet minimum
width for developments over 10 acres in size and within the GIV zoning district.
5 . Provide adequate directional signs .
6 . Provide for safe pedestrian access to building and public sidewalks .
7. Provide for through circulation limiting the need for backup maneuvers .
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8 . Drive through queues shall be designed so that overflow will not interfere with public
streets or main drive aisles in shopping centers .
9 . All parking lots shall comply with Washington State regulations relative to access by
persons with disabilities .
10 . No parking space shall obstruct a doorway or exit from a structure .
11 . Parking stalls shall be clear of all obstructions that limit the use thereof.
12 . A parking stall shall not be located so as to cause a visual obstruction.
13 . Loading Spaces when in use shall not obstruct the free circulation of vehicle traffic .
14 . Wheel stops 6 inches in height shall be provided in the form of continuous
curbs or sidewalk edges . Freestanding wheel stops , i . e . placed on top of
previously poured paving , shall not be permitted except with the approval
of the Planning Manager where there is no danger of creating a tripping
hazard.
15 . Water drainage to and from the parking lot shall not be across sidewalks .
16 . Parking lots shall be designed to permit on site turn around through limits on dead ends
and to permit vehicles to enter and exit the site in a forward motion.
17 . All fire lanes, compact parking stall, handicapped stall, loading areas and turn around
areas shall be appropriately marked.
18 . Drive Though Lanes : Drive through queuing lanes shall accommodate a minimum
of eight (8) passenger vehicles and shall not obstruct the free flow of vehicle circulation
loading areas or pedestrian access . They shall be a minimum of 10 feet in width.
19 . One-way drive aisles shall be a minimum of 12 feet in width. Two -way drive aisles shall
be a minimum of 24 feet in width except that the width may be reduced to 20 feet where
there is no direct access to parking spaces .
B . Location :
1 . Parking spaces shall be located in proximity to the use they serve .
2 . Required parking spaces may be located off—site with concurrence of the body approving
the parking lot if a document is recorded to insure the continued availability of the
spaces for the life of the use or until such time as other spaces are made available ; they
comply with the development standards of this code and ; do not reduce the required
number of spaces available for the use located on the off- site property .
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3 . The location requirements for this section may be altered through approval of a Use
Permit, PUD or Binding Site Plan where the intention of the code for user convenience is
met and safe and direct pathways are provided from the parking to the use .
C . Landscaping :
1 . Parking space shall be separated from public sidewalks with landscaped planter that shall
be a minimum of 10 feet and 20 feet along a state highway, except in the Village
Commercial district.
2 . A minimum 546ot wide planter or raised PC or AC buffer shall separate parking stalls
from on site sidewalks , poles , signs , fences, building and drive aisles .
3 . Long rows of parking spaces , i . e . over 20 spaces , shall be broken up by the use of
planters .
4 . Landscaped areas shall be separated from paving by a raised 6 inch concrete curb .
5 . There shall be one tree for each 10 parking stalls in a lot.
6 . Parking lot landscape areas shall comply with any adopted County Landscape and
Irrigation regulations or guidelines .
B . Lighting
1 . Adequate lighting for both vehicle and pedestrian circulation and to provide for public
safety shall be provided.
2 . Freestanding parking lot luminaires shall be located in landscaped islands or otherwise
separated from parked or moving vehicles and kept as low as possible and shall not
allow direct light or glare onto adjacent properties . Concrete bases for the luminaries
shall be a maximum of 6 inches in height unless decorative in construction.
3 . Wall and canopy lighting shall be screened to keep direct light and glare from spilling
off the site .
4 . An exterior lighting site plan showing location and type of fixtures and poles and section
of poles with height and footing details and lighting contours shall be submitted with all
new building or parking lot construction plans .
C . Striping
1 . Non- single family, duplex and triplex parking stalls shall be designated with a 44nch
wide white painted stripe .
2 . Directional arrows shall be provided on commercial and industrial drive aisles .
3 . Fire lanes and no parking areas shall be clearly designated.
D . Deviations to standards for design of parking facilities :
Administrative approval may be give for deviations to application of the standards of this section
for the expansion or improvement of existing parking lots where there is no threat to public safety .
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17. 15 . 100 Access and Driveway Approach Regulations from Streets and Alleys
The number, size and location of driveway access to public streets and alleys shall be limited as
follows .
A . General :
1 . Minimum 30400t separation from Back of Curb Return at intersections .
2 . Minimum two feet of full height curb from property line except for shared
driveways .
3 . In lieu of standards below, major development may use divided driveways or curb
returns in lieu of driveway approaches as necessary to accommodate traffic and
turning movements .
4 . Driveway approach shall be clearly defined through use of landscaping .
5 . Driveways into commercial , industrial or multi- family residential
projects shall be aligned with existing or future driveways on the opposite side of
the street where left turns are allowed . They may be minimally offset where no left
turn conflict is created otherwise there shall be a minimum of 200 feet of
separation to allow for opposing left turn lanes .
6 . Service , one way restricted or other special situation drive approaches shall be
clearly designated as such.
Be Commercial and Industrial Developments ;
1 . Limit width to 30 feet or width of frontage which ever is less .
2 . Use a 446ot wide flare in approach.
3 . Design approach for weight of trucks .
4 . Provide separate service driveways for major developments .
5 . Avoid cross traffic near entrance .
6 . Allow vehicles to fully enter site before potential obstruction from cross traffic or
backups .
7 . Define location with landscaping
8 . Do not access parking spaces directly from street; direct access from an alley is
permitted. The number of approaches shall be no more than necessary to
accommodate demand and circulation.
9 . Provide for safe pedestrian crossing of driveways .
C . Residential Developments :
1 . Single family/Duplex/Triplex :
a . Limit to one access frontage .
b . No driveway access to arterials or major collectors .
c . Maximum 20 ft. width or of lot width, which ever is less .
d. Use 246ot flares at approach.
e . Use alleys were available for access .
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2 . Multi-family :
a . No access to spaces directly from street.
b . Access shall be to lowest category street for corner lots .
c . Use four-foot flares on arterial and major collector driveways
d . Provide entry treatments to define driveway location.
179159110 Parking and Storage of Recreational Vehicles , Boats and Trailers on
Residential Property.
Recreational vehicles , trailers and boats and trailers may be parked and stored on residential
property under the following conditions .
A . In Mobile Horne Parks, Planned Unit Developments and Apartment Complexes :
1 . Recreational vehicles may not be parked in spaces provided for passenger vehicle
parking .
2 . Recreational vehicles shall be parked and/or stored as provided for in the development
approval of the project.
Be For single family detached houses, duplexes and triplexes :
1 . Recreational vehicles shall be parked beyond the front or street side yard edge of the
residential unit except where they are beyond the front or street side yard setback and
screened with a minimum six-foot high fence or vegetation wall .
2 . Temporary parking of recreational vehicles on driveways and on the street, where
parking is permitted, for the purpose of cleaning, loading or unloading is permitted on
weekends and holidays and the day before or after weekends or holidays .
3 . No habitation of recreational vehicles is permitted when parked or stored on a
residential lot or street except habitation may be permitted for vehicles parked on a private
residential lot for self- contained vehicles or for any vehicle designed for habitation on a lot
with an existing residence where a permit has been issued by the Building Official and
copied to the Sheriff Department.
17 * 15 * 120 Parking of Commercial Vehicles in Residential Zones
A . Commercial vehicles , other than those allowed through a home -based occupation
or cottage industry special use permit issued per section 1 . 03 . 021 (Mason County Development
Regulations) , may not be parked or stored in residential zones except that for the period of time
required to make legitimate deliveries or pick-ups .
17 . 15 . 130 Commercial Storage of Vehicles
A . Commercial vehicles shall be stored in approved designated locations and shall not
obstruct the use or access to parking stalls .
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B . Striping is not required in vehicle storage areas however required drive aisles and fire
lanes must be designated and be kept clear of obstructions .
C . Alternative all weather surfaces may be permitted for storage of non-motorized vehicles
and trailers where there is no significant danger from leakage of fuel or lubricants .
17 . 15 . 140 Variances
A . Except as otherwise allowed by this chapter, applications for variances to the number of
parking spaces and design standards required by this chapter shall be made in accordance with
section 1 . 05 . 030 , "Variances" of the Mason County Development Regulations .
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Chapter 17 . 16
Allyn Sign Code
Sections
17 . 16. 110 Allyn Sign Code .
This Chapter shall also be known as the Allyn Sign Code .
17 . 16 . 120 Intent of sign regulations .
The intent of the sign regulations is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life ,
health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the number, size , design, quality
of materials, construction, location, electrification and maintenance of all signs and sign
structures ; to preserve and improve the appearance of the Allyn urban growth area as a place in
which to live and as an attraction to nonresidents who come to visit or trade ; to encourage sound
signing practices as an aid to business and for public information but to prevent excessive and
confusing sign displays or signs that pose a hazard to the public .
17 . 16 . 130 Application.
This Chapter applies only to signs within the Allyn Urban Growth Area .
17 . 16. 140 Exemptions to the sign regulations .
The following may be construed as signs , but are not intended to be regulated as signs in
this Chapter.
A . The flag, emblem or insignia of a nation or other governmental unit or nonprofit
organization subject to the guidelines concerning their use set forth by the government or
organization which they represent .
Be Traffic or other municipal signs , signs required by law or emergency, railroad
crossing signs, legal notices and signs erected by government agencies to implement public
policy;
C . Signs of public utility companies indicating danger or which serve as an aid to
public safety or which show the location of underground facilities or of public telephones ;
D . Signs located in the interior of any building or within an enclosed lobby or court of
any building or group of buildings, which signs are designed and located to be viewed exclusively
by patrons of such use or uses ;
E . Temporary signs or decorations , clearly incidental and customary and commonly
associated with any national , local or religious holiday, or traditional community event such as
annual festivals or parades ;
F . Sculptures , fountains , murals , mosaics and design features which do not
incorporate advertising or identification;
17 . 16. 150 Definitions .
The following definitions apply within this Chapter :
Accessory building or use . Any building or use which :
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A . Is subordinated to , and serves a principal building or principal use ; and
B . Is subordinate in area, extent or purpose to the principal building or principal use served ;
and
C . Contributes to the comfort, convenience or necessity of occupants of the principal building
or principal use served; and
D . Is located on the same lot as the principal building or principal use served, with the
single exception of such accessory off- street parking facilities as are permitted to locate
elsewhere than on the same lot with the building or use served .
Accessory uses include signs which are related to and support an on- site business or
activity .
Agricultural sales sign. A usually seasonal sign used to announce and/or direct the public to a
sale of locally grown agricultural products .
Animated sign. Any sign which includes action or motion or the optical illusion of action or
motion, or color changes of all or any part of the sign facing, requiring electrical energy, or set in
motion by movement of the atmosphere .
Billboard. The same as an off-premises sign.
Changing message center sign. An electrically or electronically controlled sign where different
automatic changing messages are shown on the same lamp blank.
Commercial sign. For the purposes of sign regulations , a sign intended to attract attention,
identify, advertise, and/or promote : a business ; goods sold, offered, traded, or manufactured; a
service sold or offered; or professional, commercial or industrial gainful activity.
County. Mason County, Washington .
Construction sign. Any sign used to identify the architects , engineers , contractors or other
individuals or firms involved with the construction of a building and announce the character of the
building or the purpose for which the building is intended.
Flashing sign. Any sign which contains an intermittent or flashing light source or which includes
the illusion of intermittent or flashing light by means of animation or an externally mounted
intermittent light source .
Garage sale signs (yard sales , moving sales, patio sales) . Temporary signs used to announce
and/or direct the public to a sale of used items .
Of&premises sign. A sign that directs attention to a business, commodity, service or
entertainment conducted, sold or offered at a location other than the premises on which the sign is
located .
Non-commercial sign. For the purposes of sign regulations , a sign intended for a purpose other
than to attract attention, identify, advertise , and/or promote : a business ; goods sold, offered,
traded, or manufactured; a service sold or offered; or professional, commercial, or industrial
gainful activity .
Political sign. A sign advertising a candidate or candidates for public elective office , or a
political party, or sign urging a particular vote on a public issue decided by ballot.
Real estate signs . Any sign pertaining to the sale, lease or rental of land or buildings .
Roof sign. Any sign erected upon, against or directly above a roof or on top of or above the
parapet of a building .
Sign. Any communication device, structure or fixture that is intended to aid an establishment in
identification and to advertise and/or promote a business, service , activity or interest. For the
purpose of this chapter, a sign shall not be considered to be building or structural design, but shall
be restricted solely to graphics , symbols or written copy that is meant to be used in the
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aforementioned way . Signs as regulated in this chapter have been organized into a variety of
types , such as commercial and non-commercial, which are regulated differently .
Temporary sign . Those signs associated with a particular event or short term activity — such as
construction of a building — which are intended to be removed when the event or activity ends .
Temporary signs may be of either a commercial or non-commercial nature .
M16110 Sight Distance for signs .
. In addition to the setback requirements otherwise established, signs shall be located such
that there is at every street intersection a clear view between heights of three feet and ten feet in a
triangle formed by the corner and points on the curb thirty feet from the intersection or entryway .
17 . 16120 Prohibited commercial signs .
The following commercial signs or displays are prohibited in all areas Allyn Urban
Growth Area of the county :
A . Roof signs ;
Be Animated or flashing signs , provided that changing message center signs may be
allowed when the image and/or message remains fixed for at least 5 seconds and that the only
animation or appearance of movement allowed is the transition from one message and/or image to
another by the scrolling on and/or off of the message and/or image ;
C . Signs which, by reason of their size , location, movement, content, coloring or
manner of illumination may be confused with or construed as a traffic control sign, signal or
device , or the light of an emergency or radio equipment vehicle , or which obstruct the visibility of
traffic or street sign or signal device from the traffic intended to be served by the sign, signal or
device ;
D . Signs attached to utility poles ;
E . Off-premises signs and billboards, except for the temporary signs allowed in
Sections 17 . 16 . 310 through 17 . 16 . 340 , inclusive ;
F . Pole-mounted signs ;
G . Ground-mounted signs taller than 10 feet in height;
H . Signs employing exposed electrical conduits ;
I . Signs with visible ballast boxes or other equipment;
J . Signs with luminous plastic letters ;
K. Audible or odor-producing signs ;
L . Cardboard signs ;
M . Vinyl banners , except those related to a specific event and displayed prior to the
event for no more than 21 days and those used when a new business opens may be displayed no
more than 30 days .
17 . 160240 Prohibited non-commercial signs .
The following non-commercial signs or displays are prohibited in all areas of the county :
A. Animated or flashing signs, provided that changing message center signs may be
allowed when the image and/or message remains fixed for at least 5 seconds and that the only
animation or appearance of movement allowed is the transition from one message and/or image to
another by the scrolling on and/or off of the message and/or image ;
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B . Signs which, by reason of their size , location, movement, content, coloring or
manner of illumination may be confused with or construed as a traffic control sign, signal or
device , or the light of an emergency or radio equipment vehicle , or which obstruct the visibility of
traffic or street sign or signal device from the traffic intended to be served by the sign, signal or
device .
VA6 .310 Real Estate Signs .
Real Estate signs may be placed only upon private property with owner' s consent .
17 . 16. 320 Non-Commercial Signs .
Non-commercial signs may be placed upon private property with owner' s consent. Political signs
are permitted on public right-of-ways as regulated by state law and local ordinance .
17 . 16. 330 Garage Sale Signs (Also Yard Sales, Moving Sales , Patio Sales) .
Garage Sale Signs (Also Yard Sales , Moving Sales , Patio Sales) may be placed only upon private
property and with the owner' s consent.
17 . 16 .340 Agricultural sales signs
Agricultural sales signs may be placed only upon private property and with the owner' s consent.
17. 16 .350 Permitted Commercial Monument Sign Standards
A . Monument Site Entry Signs may be located at major vehicular or pedestrian entries
along the street front .
B . Only one monument sign is allowed per site . For large sites , more than one monument
sign shall be permitted as long as such signs are placed no closer than 150 feet apart
along the street front.
C . Monument signs size limits :
( 1 ) Single tenant signs shall be no more than 8 feet in height and 32 square feet in area
per face (Two sign faces are allowed) .
(2) Single tenant signs for retail uses larger than 50 , 000 square feet in gross floor area
shall be no more than 10 feet in height and 50 square feet in area per face .
(3 ) Multi-tenant (more than 3 tenants) signs shall be no more than 10 feet in height and
40 square feet in area per face .
(4) Multi-tenant signs for commercial uses with more than 50 , 000 square feet in gross
floor area shall be no more than 10 feet in height and 50 square feet in area per
face .
(5 ) Monument signs for multi family developments shall be no more than 5 feet in
height and 28 square feet in total sign face area .
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Figure 1 . An example of a monument sign.
D . Signs shall be designed to integrate with adjacent site landscaping .
E . Monument signs shall be setback at least 5 feet from any public right-of-way .
F . The lettering and logos of monument signs may be internally-lit or illuminated from
the front.
G . A 30400t lineal break in required tree coverage in landscaped front yard areas parallel
to the street, where applicable, is permitted adjacent to monument signs to enhance
visibility. Other landscape elements such as shrubs and ground cover will still apply.
17 . 16 . 360 Permitted Commercial Building Sign Standards
A . Building signs are those signs mounted directly on the face of a building and include
signs to identify the building or facility or individual tenants or businesses . Building
signs should be designed and located to fit with the buildings architecture . For
example , building signs might fit within a recessed panel or on a building element such
as a fascia or canopy. Building signs should not cover over an architectural element
such as a window or portion of a buildings ornamentation or trim.
B . Buildings signs should fit parallel or perpendicular with the building facade . The
supporting mechanisms or arms of new building signs should not be visible .
Perpendicular signs should not extend more than four feet from the building facade .
C . The maximum surface area of building mounted signs for a given facade is 25 square
feet plus 10 percent of the area of the building ' s main facade . The sign(s) may be
located on any facade, but the signs on all fagades count toward maximum surface
area.
D . The lettering and logos of building signs may be internally-lit but the background of
the sign face shall not be internally illuminated . Building signs may be illuminated
from the front.
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Coordinate tenant signage
MAXIMUM AREA 25 s.f. Plus 10% of main
building facade (if signage meets guidelines)
Figure 2. Maximum size of building signs.
17. 16.370 Permitted Commercial Tenant Sign Standards
Miscellaneous tenant signs including those hung from building canopies (blade signs) ,
temporary ground placed A-Board signs , and window signs are allowed provided they do not
exceed 12 square feet and provided they are within 10 ' of the individual or multiple tenant
building entrance .
17 . 16.380 Permitted Commercial Neon Sign Standards
Neon signs in windows are permitted .
Chapter 17 . 17
Landscaping and Lighting in the Allyn UGA
(Reserved for future development)
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Interim Zoning Map
July 12, 2004
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