Asotin City Zoning Code
CHAPTER 18
28 R1 SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL ZONE
§ 18.28.010 Purpose.
The purpose of the R1 zone is to create a stable low-density residential zone which accommodates families on large lots.
(Ord. 84-335 § 4.01, 1984)
§ 18.28.020 Permitted uses.
The following uses are permitted in an R1 zone subject to the general provisions and exceptions set forth in Chapters 18.48 to 18.64 AMC:
A.
A one-family dwelling;
B.
A Class A manufactured home which meets the standards as defined in AMC § 18.12.491(A) through (F);
(Ord. 84-335 § 4.03, 1984; Ord. 88-396 § 6, 1988; Ord. 96-508 § 1, 1996; Ord. 00-586 § 1, 2001; Ord. 04-640 § 1, 2004)
§ 18.28.030 Conditional uses.
The following uses require a conditional use permit from the planning commission as provided in Chapter 18.72 AMC:
B.
Cemeteries;
C.
Churches;
D.
Nursery schools;
E.
Golf courses, public or private, including clubhouse and accessory driving range;
F.
Publicly owned and operated parks;
G.
Public utility facilities;
H.
Schools, elementary, junior high or high, public or parochial;
I.
The keeping of livestock, provided:
1.
There shall be a minimum lot size of one-half acre;
2.
The following number of animals shall be considered as the maximum number of animals permissible on any single ownership:
a.
Horses, cattle, llamas, no more than one head for the first one-half acre and one additional head for each additional one-fourth acre of property thereafter. Maximum of four horses, cattle, llamas;
b.
Alpacas and miniature horses, no more than two head for the first three-quarters acre and one additional head for each additional half acre of property thereafter;
c.
Sheep, goats, no more than five head for the first three-quarters acre and two head additional for the entire remaining parcel;
d.
Poultry, no more than eight chickens allowed for any single-family residential lot. As described in AMC § 18.32.020(C)(2). Poultry shall not be permitted free range of the property;
e.
Swine, only two swine shall be allowed inclusive of the total number of sheep and goats allowed.
3.
All livestock shall be kept in such a manner as not to constitute a nuisance with respect to the neighboring property;
4.
Animal shelters and feeding places shall not be located within 25 feet of any lot line, and/or within 50 feet of any residence;
5.
Keeping, permitting or maintaining livestock in excess of the maximum number of animals as set forth in this section shall be deemed a violation of this title;
6.
There must be one-half acre per head and one-fourth acre of unencumbered property for each head. The total lot size cannot be included, it must allow for the one-half or one-fourth acreage to be open pasture without homes, garages, pole barns, driveways, lawns, etc.;
7.
The definition of horse(s) will include a mare and a colt as defined as one horse until the colt is weaned and/or separated which usually occurs at six months of age. Same definition will be used for cattle and llamas;
8.
Pasture Management. All enclosures, confinement areas, and/or open run areas shall be kept clean. Removal of animal waste and food waste so that the areas are kept free from infestation of insects, rodents or disease, as well as to prevent obnoxious or foul odors, and must not constitute a nuisance. Manure shall not be allowed in any place where it can affect any source of drinking water;
9.
Violation of this subsection is an infraction punishable by a fine of $50.00 for the first infraction, $100.00 for the second infraction and removal of the conditional use permit for the third infraction within a two-year period;
J.
The keeping of sheep, goats or swine in a residential zone is permitted as a conditional use when such animals are under FFA or 4-H supervision. The property owner shall obtain a conditional use permit for sheep, goats and swine, and shall be allowed, without further hearing, subject to a six-month review, and only as long as the animals continue to be an FFA or 4-H project. The total number of sheep and goats allowed under the conditional use permit shall be as described in subsection (I)(2)(c) of this section. Only two swine shall be allowed inclusive of the total number of sheep and goats allowed under subsection (I)(2)(c) of this section. Should the city receive a written complaint, the permit holder will be notified and must immediately satisfy or respond to the complaint. 4-H and FFA conditional use permit fees of $150.00 have been waived by the council;
K.
Home occupation.
(Ord. 84-335 § 4.03, 1984; Ord. 88-396 § 7, 1988; Ord. 00-586 § 2, 2001; Ord. 04-640 § 2, 2004; Ord. 16-804 § 1, 2016; Ord. 16-805 § 1, 2016; Ord. 25-899, 8/11/2025)
§ 18.28.040 Lot area.
The minimum lot area in an R1 zone shall be 10,000 square feet.
(Ord. 84-335 § 4.04, 1984)
§ 18.28.045 Minimum street frontage.
Every lot shall have frontage upon a city street or other city-owned public right-of-way for a minimum length of 20 feet.
(Ord. 06-703 § 1, 2006)
§ 18.28.050 Front yard.
Every lot shall have a front yard with a minimum depth of 20 feet.
(Ord. 84-335 § 4.05, 1984)
§ 18.28.060 Side yard.
Every lot shall have a side yard on each side of the lot with a minimum depth of 10 feet, except that on a corner lot, where the side yard on the street shall be a minimum of 15 feet.
(Ord. 84-335 § 4.06, 1984)
§ 18.28.070 Rear yard.
Every lot shall have a rear yard with a minimum depth of 15 feet.
(Ord. 84-335 § 4.07, 1984)
§ 18.28.080 Building height.
A.
No structure in an R1 zone shall exceed 35 feet in height.
C.
No accessory building, whether attached or unattached shall be any higher than the primary use structure.
D.
The variances to exceed the terms of this section shall be available as set forth further in this title.
(Ord. 84-335 § 4.08, 1984; Ord. 95-506 § 3, 1995; Ord. 15-793 § 1, 2015; Ord. 18-829 § 1, 2018)
§ 18.28.090 Lot coverage.
All buildings including accessory buildings and structures, but not including parking spaces or private swimming pools, shall not cover more than 80 percent of the lot area.
(Ord. 84-335 § 4.09, 1984; Ord. 03-627 § 2, 2003)
§ 18.28.100 In-ground swimming pools.
A.
All in-ground swimming pools with a depth of 24 inches or more require a building permit from the city. In order to obtain the permit, you need to complete pool, plumbing, and mechanical permit applications (as applicable) and submit engineered drawings of the proposed pool. Underground pools can be constructed within the required setback areas; however, they cannot be constructed within easement areas. A site plan showing the proposed pool location and proposed access point for the installation must also be supplied.
B.
Pool enclosures or overhead structures shall not encroach into the required yard setbacks.
C.
All in-ground pools are required to be enclosed by a fence no less than four feet in height with a gate having a latch openable only from the pool side of the fence. Using covers to enclose or cover the pool shall not be used in lieu of the fencing requirements.
D.
All other conditions are set forth in the governing codes in the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code of the International Code Council.
(Ord. 19-844 § 1, 2019)