19.15.005.2

Single detached dwelling unit (2)

None

See Spec. Regs. 1, 2 & 3

20'

5'

70%

35'

Two spaces per unit

1. Minimum lot area is 7,200 s.f. in the RS-7,200 zone.

2. One single detached dwelling unit may be built per lot.

3. No lot shall be created less than the minimum lot area except through a unit lot subdivision or lot averaging. Lot averaging is permitted through a short plat, subdivision, or lot line adjustment. However, subdivisions of lot line adjustments shall not create a lot with an area less than 90 percent of the stated minimum lot area. [Ord. 484 § 1, 2008]

4. Permitted accessory uses include home occupations, bed and breakfast, accessory dwelling units, and family day care home; see Chapter 19.17 BMC regulations regarding accessory uses, facilities, and activities associated with this use.

19.15.005.3

Middle housing

None

20'

5'

70%

35'

One per unit. See BMC 19.20.045 for parking exemption requirements near frequent transit

1. Minimum lot area is 7,200 s.f. in the RS-7,200 zone.

19.15.005.4

Public park and recreation facilities

None. See Spec. Reg. 4 [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

None. See Spec. Reg. 1

30' See Spec. Reg. 3

30' See Spec Reg. 3

RS-7,200 zone: 70% [Ord. 313 §1, 2000]

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2 [Ord. 292 § 6, 2000]

1. Marinas are only allowed on more than two acres of public property.

2. Lighting for structures and fields shall be directed away from dwelling units.

3. Structures shall maintain a 50-foot setback from adjoining lots containing single detached dwelling units. The director may allow structures such as playground equipment, ball field backstops, and tennis court fences to be located closer than 50 feet if they are compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and traffic safety considerations.

4. No special review process if the city council approves the project design through a public review process that includes posting a notice board at the site and notification to neighbors; otherwise, a Type 2 review process is required. [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

19.15.005.5

Cemetery

Type 2 [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

None

30'

30'

RS-7,200 zone: 70% [Ord. 313 §1, 2000]

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2 [Ord. 292 § 6, 2000]

1. Columbarium or mausoleum structures must be set back 100 feet minimum from property lines adjoining residential zones.

19.15.005.6

Community residential facility – I(2)

Type 2 [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

See Spec. Reg. 1

20'

5'

RS-7,200 zone: 70% [Ord. 313 §1, 2000]

35'

One space for every two bedrooms

1. Minimum lot area per dwelling unit is 7,200 sq. ft. in the RS-7,200 zone.

19.15.005.7

Golf course

Type 2 [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

None

30' See Spec. Reg. 1

30' See Spec Reg. 1

RS-7,200 zone: 70% [Ord. 313 §1, 2000]

35'

Three spaces per hole, plus three spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. of clubhouse facilities

1. Structures, driving ranges, and lighted areas shall maintain a minimum distance of 50 feet from property lines adjoining residential zones.

(2) Amended, Ord. 269, 1999

19.15.005.8

Hatchery/fish preserve

Type 2 [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

None

30'

30'

RS-7,200 zone: 70% [Ord. 313 §1, 2000]

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2 [Ord. 292 § 6, 2000]

1. This use may be further subject to the provisions of KCC Title 25, Shoreline Management Program.

19.15.005.9

Religious facility

Type 2

None

30'

30'

RS-7,200 zone: 70% [Ord. 313 §1, 2000]

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2 [Ord. 292 § 6, 2000]

1. Accessory use shall comply with the requirements for that use listed in this use zone chart (BMC 19.15.005).

19.15.005.10

School

Type 2 [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

None

30'

30'

RS-7,200 zone: 70% [Ord. 313 §1, 2000]

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2 [Ord. 292 § 6, 2000]

Day care centers are allowed as an accessory use.

19.15.005.11

Senior assisted housing(2)

Type 2 [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

See Spec. Reg. 1

20'

5'

RS-7,200 zone: 70% [Ord. 313 §1, 2000]

35'

0.5 spaces per unit

1. Minimum lot area per dwelling unit is:

a. One acre in the RS-A zone.

b. 12,000 sq. ft. in the RS-12,000 zone.

c. 7,200 sq. ft. in the RS-7,200 zone.

2. Conversion to another use is allowed, provided all new use requirements are met, including density limitations.

19.15.005.12

Essential public facility

Type 2 [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

Development standards shall be determined case-by-case through the Type 3 review process.

1. Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light and glare impacts.

2. Shall comply with criteria for siting found in the Burien comprehensive plan.

19.15.005.13

Community, cultural, or government facility

Type 2 [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

See Spec. Reg. 1

30'

30'

RS-7,200 zone: 70% [Ord. 313 §1, 2000]

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2 [Ord. 292 § 6, 2000]

The minimum lot area for a public agency training facility is 35 acres.

19.15.005.14

Public utility

Type 2 [Ord. 560 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012]

None

30'

30'

RS-7,200 zone: 70% [Ord. 313 §1, 2000]

20' See Spec. Reg. 1

See BMC 19.20.030.2 [Ord. 292 § 6, 2000]

1. The city council may approve a height less than 35 feet if the applicant shows no feasible alternative.

2. Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

19.15.005.15

Personal wireless service facility(1)

See Chapter 19.50 BMC

19.15.005.16

Community garden(2)

None

None

20'

5'

25%

12'

See. BMC 19.20.030.2 [Ord. 292 § 6, 2000]

1. A director-approved land use agreement shall be executed between the landowner and those interested in gardening on private land. The agreement shall include community garden rules to maintain the property safely and prevent disturbances to neighboring property owners and residents.

19.15.005.17

Enhanced services facilities(3)(4)

Type 2

See Spec. Reg. 1

20'

5'

RS-7,200 zone: 70%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. Minimum lot area per ESF is:

a. 12,000 sq ft in the RS-A and RS-12,000 zones.

b. 7,200 sq ft in the RS-7,200 zone.

2. See BMC 19.17.310 – Enhanced services facilities

19.15.005.18

Permanent supportive housing

None

None

20'

5'

RS-7,200 zone: 70%

35'

One space per unit

Three units of permanent supportive housing are permitted per lot when the lot meets the minimum lot size of the underlying zoning district.

19.15.005.19

Transitional housing

congregate housing

None

None

20'

5'

RS-7,200 zone: 70%

35'

One space per unit

Three transitional housing dwelling units or nine beds total are permitted per lot when the lot meets the minimum lot size of the underlying zoning district.

19.15.005.20

Office, corner store, eating and drinking establishments

None

None

20'

5'

70%

35'

See BMC 19.17.085.4

Uses considered neighborhood commercial, see BMC 19.17.085 for use-specific regulations.

(1) Amended, Ord. 265, 1999

(2) Added, Ord. 560, 2012

(3) Added, Ord. 734, 2020

(4) Amended, Ord. 788, 2021

Note: All landscape categories added by Ord. 293, 2000.

RESIDENTIAL(B)

Single Detached Dwelling Unit

P

P

P

Only one single detached dwelling unit is permitted per lot.

Cottage Housing Development

P(H)

P(H)

P(H)

Permanent Supportive Housing

P

P

P

P

P

The number and configuration of permanent supportive housing units are restricted to the total number of units per lot. See BMC Table 19.15.015.2.C, Dimensional Standards for Residential Zone.

Transitional Housing

P

P

P

P

P

The number and configuration of transitional housing units are restricted to the total number of units per lot. See BMC Table 19.15.015.2.C, Dimensional Standards for Residential Zone.

Co-Living Housing

P(I)

P

P

See Chapter 19.17 BMC and BMC 19.47.240 for regulations and limitations on ground floor uses.

Townhouse

P(H)

P(H)

P(H)

P

P

Apartment

P(H)

P(H)

P(H)

P

P

1. Ground floor uses not listed in this section or permitted in the respective zone may be granted under BMC 19.15.001(A)(v).

2. See Chapter 19.17 BMC and BMC 19.47.240 for regulations and limitations on ground floor uses, apartment complex accessory uses, live/work units, and artist studios/dwelling.

Community Residential Facility

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 1

Type 1

Senior Assisted Housing(E)

Type 1

Type 1

Nursing Home(E)

Type 1

Type 1

NONRESIDENTIAL USES

Cemetery

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Columbarium or mausoleum structures must be set back 100 feet minimum from property lines adjoining residential zones.

Government Facility

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Cultural Facility

P(F)

P(F)

Community Facility

P(F)

P(F)

Community Garden

P

P

P

P

P

A director-approved land use agreement shall be executed between the landowner and those interested in gardening on private land. The agreement shall include community garden rules to maintain the property safely and prevent disturbances to neighboring property owners and residents.

Convenience Retail

P

P

Corner Store

P(C)(D)

P(D)

P(D)

Day Care Centers(E)

P(G)

P(G)

P(G)

P

P

Eating and Drinking Establishment

P(C)(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P

P

Enhanced Services Facility

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

See BMC 19.17.310 - Enhanced services facilities.

Essential Public Facility

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

1. Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

2. Shall comply with the criteria for siting found in the Burien Comprehensive Plan.

Golf Course

Type 2

Structures, driving ranges, and lighted areas shall maintain a minimum distance of 50 feet from property lines adjoining residential zones.

Office

P(C)(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P

P

Personal Wireless Service Facility

P

P

P

P

P

See Chapter 19.50 BMC.

Public Park and Recreational Facilities

P

P

P

P

P

Lighting for structures and fields shall be directed away from residential areas. No special review process if the city council approves the project design through a public review process, including posting a notice board at the site and notice to neighbors; otherwise, a Type 2 review process is required.

Public Utility

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend in with their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

Religious Facility

P(F)

P(F)

P(F)

P(F)

P(F)

School(E)

P

P

P

Type 2

Type 2

Minimum lot size (square feet)

6,000

5,000

3,500

3,000

Minimum lot size does not apply to the individual lots of a townhouse development or the unit lots of a unit lot subdivision.

Maximum building height (feet)

35

35

35

35

65

Maximum impervious surface coverage

50%

70%

80%

85%

90%

See BMC 13.10.130, Drainage review – When required – Type and King County Surface Water Design Manual (KCSWDM).

Maximum building height with affordable housing bonus incentive (feet)

45

75

Maximum building height for developments that comply with BMC 19.17.135.

Front setback (feet)

20

15

15

10

10

1. Mixed-use buildings complying with the Class B pedestrian-oriented street block frontage provisions of BMC 19.47.240 may be built up to the sidewalk’s edge.

2. See BMC 19.17.015 for transition standards that may apply.

Interior setback (feet)

5

5

5

5

5

The interior setback is reduced to zero along interior property lines for which townhome units share a common wall.

Baseline dwelling units allowed per lot (units)

3

4

4

ADUs count as units for this calculation.

Bonus unit

1

1

2

1. In R-1 and R-2, one bonus unit is granted above the baseline dwelling units per lot, provided at least one unit on the lot is affordable under BMC 19.17.135 or the site is partially or entirely located within one-quarter mile radius of a qualified public transit stop.

2. In R-3, two bonus units are granted above the baseline dwelling units per lot, provided at least two units are affordable under BMC 19.17.135 or the site is partially or entirely located within one-quarter mile radius of a qualified public transit stop.

Preservation bonus unit

1

1

In the R-2 and R-3 zones, there may be one additional unit above the baseline dwelling units per lot, provided the primary dwelling unit meets the BMC 19.17.155 criteria and may be used with other bonus unit incentives.

Minimum density (units per acre)

10

20

Applies only to lots 20,000 net square feet and larger.

RESIDENTIAL

Townhouse

P

P

P

P

Use is prohibited on lots fronting pedestrian-oriented streets, as shown in BMC 19.47.220.

Apartment

P

P

P

P(A)

P

P

P

P

1. Ground floor uses not listed in this section or permitted in the respective zone may be granted under BMC 19.15.001(A)(v).

2. See Chapter 19.17 BMC and BMC 19.47.240 for regulations and limitations on ground floor uses and apartment complex accessory uses such as live/work units and artist studios/dwelling.

Co-Living Housing

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

See Chapter 19.17 BMC and BMC 19.47.240 for regulations and limitations on ground floor uses.

Permanent Supportive Housing

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Transitional Housing

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Emergency Shelter

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

1. Burien may only permit an emergency shelter with a capacity of 200 people or more if the proposed location of the shelter is at least 1,000 feet from another emergency shelter project with a capacity of 200 people or more.

Emergency Housing

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

1. Emergency housing projects with 35 units or beds or more will require a Type 1 review.

2. Burien may only permit an emergency housing project with 200 units or beds or more if the proposed location is distanced at least 500 feet from another emergency housing project with 200 units or beds or more.

Community Residential Facility

Type 1

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Senior Assisted Housing(C)

Type 1

P

P(A)

P

P

P

P

Nursing Home(C)

Type 1

P

P

P

P

P

P

Use is not allowed for lots fronting on a pedestrian-oriented street in BMC 19.47.220.

COMMERCIAL

Artisan Manufacturing

P

P

P

P

P(B)

P

P

P

Use limited to 5,000 square feet of net floor area except in MU-2 CD.

Bulk Retail

Type 1

P

P

Distribution, wholesaling, repair, or manufacturing that support the primary use are allowed as an accessory use.

Convenience Auto Service

Type 1

P

P

P

P

Vehicle repair activities must occur inside a building and are limited to 10,000 square feet of net floor area.

Convenience Retail

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Distribution, wholesaling, repair, or manufacturing that support the primary use are allowed as an accessory use.

Day Care Center(C)

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Use is not allowed on the ground-level block-frontages designated as pedestrian-oriented streets, as provided in BMC 19.47.220.

Eating and Drinking Establishment

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

1. Distribution, wholesaling, or manufacturing that supports the primary use is allowed as an accessory use.

2. An amusement arcade is allowed as an accessory use.

Funeral Home

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Hospital

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Lodging Facility

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Marijuana Retailers

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

1. The facility shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into its surroundings and mitigate significant adverse impacts on adjoining properties and the community. Special attention shall be given to minimizing odor, noise, light, glare, and traffic impacts.

2. Must comply with all state law requirements and Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board regulations.

3. Marijuana retailers shall not operate as an accessory to a primary use or as a home occupation.

4. Marijuana retailers shall not locate within 1,000 feet as measured by the shortest straight-line distance from the property line of the licensed premises to the property line of an elementary, secondary school, playground, recreational center or facility, childcare center, public park, public transit center, library or arcade where admission is not restricted to those age 21 and older.

Office

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Recreational Facility

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Motor Vehicle Sales and Rental(E)

Type 1

Type 1

May include boat sales and rentals.

Theater

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

INDUSTRIAL

Light Industry

Type I

Operations must be conducted entirely indoors; outdoor storage is prohibited.

High Technology Industry

Type 1

Auto, Boat, or Heavy Equipment Repair, Services, or Washing(E)

Type 1

Type 1

Kennel(E)

Type 2

Type1

1. Outside runs and other outside facilities must be set back at least 25 feet from each property line (50 feet from a residential zone) and surrounded by a fence or wall sufficient to enclose the animals.

2. Must provide suitable shelter and a clean, healthful environment for the animals.

Self-Service Storage Facility(E)

Type 1(C)

1. May include one accessory dwelling unit for the resident security manager.

2. Self-service storage facility use is permitted only in a mixed-use form. Self-service storage facilities and accessory uses shall only occupy a maximum of 50% of the ground floor area and must be used for convenience retail, eating and drinking establishments, and other pedestrian-oriented uses.

Warehousing and Wholesale Trade

Type 1

PUBLIC, INSTITUTIONAL, & MISCELLANEOUS

Artists’ Studio

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

See BMC 19.17.330.

Community/Cultural Facility or Private Club

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P

P(D)

P(D)

P

Community Garden

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

A land use agreement approved by the Director shall be executed between the landowner and those interested in gardening on private land. The agreement shall include community garden rules to maintain the property safely and prevent disturbances to neighboring property owners and residents.

Enhanced Services Facility

Type 1

Type 1

P

P

Type 1

Type 1

P

P

See BMC 19.17.310 – Enhanced services facilities.

Essential Public Facility

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

Type 2

1. Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

2. Shall comply with the criteria for siting found in the Burien Comprehensive Plan.

Personal Wireless Service Facility

See Chapter 19.50 BMC

Government Facility

Type 2

Type 2

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P

Public Park and Recreational Facility

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Lighting for structures and fields shall be directed away from residential areas.

Public Utility

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

Religious Facility(E)

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

P(D)

School(C)

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Type 1

Townhouse

0 – 5

The interior setback is reduced to zero along interior property lines for which townhome units share a common wall.

Apartment, Co-living housing, Senior Assisted Housing, Permanent Supportive Housing, Transitional Housing, Emergency Housing, Emergency Shelter, Nursing Home, Eating and Drinking Establishment, Office, Lodging Facility, Convenience retail, Artist studio, Community facility, Cultural Facility or Funeral Home, Marijuana Retailer, Theater, Government Facility, Private Club, Religious Facility, Indoor Shooting Range, Enhanced Services Facility, Day Care Center, Artisan manufacturing, High Technology Industry

5 – 15

1. Buildings or portions thereof containing dwelling units whose only solar access (windows) is from the applicable interior or rear of the building (facing towards the interior property lines) must be set back from the applicable property lines at least 15 feet as stated in BMC 19.47.310.3.

2. The minimum setback for all other buildings not described above is five feet.

Public Park and Recreational Facility, School

10/50

Structures shall maintain a 50-foot setback from adjoining lots containing single detached dwelling units. The director may permit structures such as playground equipment, ball field backstops, and tennis court fences that are closer than 50 feet if they are compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and traffic safety considerations.

Auto, Boat or Heavy Equipment Repair, Services or Washing, Kennel, Self-Service Storage Facility, Warehousing and Wholesale Trade, Motor Vehicle Sales and Rental, Convenience Auto Service, Bulk Retail, Hospital

0–50

1. No minimum setback except when prescribed in Special Regulations (2) or (3) below.

2. Fifty feet if adjoining a residential zone, otherwise, none. The outer 25 feet of the setback must be landscaped with Type I landscaping (as prescribed in BMC 19.25.050.1).

3. For kennel uses, outside runs and other outside facilities must be set back at least 25 feet from each property line (50 feet from a residential zone) and surrounded by a fence or wall sufficient to enclose the animals.

Essential Public Facility, Public Utility

Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

Personal Wireless Service Facility

See Chapter 19.50 BMC.

19.15.025.2

High Technology Industry

None

None

25'

See Spec. Reg. 1

70%

75%

See Spec. Reg. 2

Three spaces per 1,000 sq ft of net floor area.

1. Fifty feet if adjoining a residential zone, otherwise, none. The outer 25 feet of the setback must be landscaped with Type I landscaping (as prescribed in BMC 19.25.050.1).

2. Maximum building height is 35 feet. If at least 50 percent of the required parking stalls are located under or within the building, the maximum building height is increased to 60 feet.

19.15.025.3

Light Industry

None

None

25'

See Spec. Reg. 1

70%

75%

See Spec. Reg. 2

One space per 1,000 sq. ft. of net floor area.

1. Fifty feet if adjoining a residential zone, otherwise, none. The setback’s outer 25 feet must be landscaped with Type I landscaping (as prescribed in BMC 19.25.050.1).

2. Maximum building height is 35 feet. If at least 50 percent of the required parking stalls are located under or within the building, the maximum building height is increased to 60 feet.

19.15.025.4

Family Day Care Home I and II

None

See Special Regulation 1

1. Must comply with primary use requirements.

2. Family Day Care Home II: Must provide state certification of the safe passenger loading area.

19.15.025.5

Day Care Center

None

None

25'

0'

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

Must provide state certification of the safe passenger loading area.

19.15.025.6

Auto, Boat, or Heavy Equipment Repair, Services, or Washing

Type 1

None

25'

See Spec. Reg. 1

70%

75%

35'

One space per 1,000 sq. ft. of net floor area.

Fifty feet if adjoining a residential zone, otherwise, none. The outer 25 feet of the setback must be landscaped with Type I landscaping (as prescribed in BMC 19.25.050.1).

19.15.025.7

Community or Religious Facility

Type 1

None

25'

0'

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

19.15.025.08

Government Facility

Type 1

None

25'

0'

70%

75%

See Spec. Reg. 1

See BMC 19.20.030.2

Maximum building height is 35 feet. If at least 50 percent of the required parking stalls are located under or within the building, the maximum building height is increased to 60 feet.

19.15.025.9

On-Site Hazardous Waste Treatment and Storage Facility

Type 1

None

25'

See Spec. Reg. 1

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. Fifty feet if adjoining a residential zone; otherwise, none. The outer 25 feet of the setback must be landscaped with Type I landscaping (as prescribed in BMC 19.25.050.1).

2. Must comply with the state siting criteria adopted under RCW 70.105.210.

19.15.025.10

Public Park and Recreation Facilities

None. See Spec. Reg.

None

25'

0'

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. Lighting for structures and fields shall be directed away from residential areas.

2. No special review process if the City Council approves the project design through a public review process that includes posting a notice board at the site and notice to neighbors; otherwise, a Type 2 review process is required.

19.15.025.11

Public Utility

Type 1

None

30'

30'

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

19.15.025.12

Self Service Storage Facility

Type 1

None

25'

See Spec. Reg. 1

70%

75%

35'

One space per 3,500 sq ft of storage area, plus 2 for any caretaker’s unit.

1. Fifty feet if adjoining a residential zone; otherwise, none. The outer 25 feet of the setback must be landscaped with Type I landscaping (as prescribed in BMC 19.25.050.1).

2. May include one accessory dwelling unit for the resident security manager.

19.15.025.13

Indoor Shooting Range

Type 2

None

30'

30'

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to mitigating noise impacts and designing the facility to protect non-users outside of the building from bullets that may penetrate the outer walls and ceiling of the use.

19.15.025.14

Kennel

Type 2

None

25' See Spec. Reg. 1

0' See Spec. Reg. 1

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. Outside runs and other outside facilities must be set back at least 25 feet from each property line (50 feet from a residential zone) and surrounded by a fence or wall sufficient to enclose the animals.

2. Must provide suitable shelter and a clean, healthful environment for the animals.

19.15.025.15

Recycling Center

Type 2

None

25'

See Spec. Reg. 1

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. Fifty feet if adjoining a residential zone, otherwise, none. The outer 25 feet of the setback must be landscaped with Type I landscaping (as prescribed in BMC 19.25.050.1).

2. Shall mitigate all operational impacts, including noise, odor, visual, health, and sanitary impacts.

3. May deal only in metal cans, glass, plastic, and paper. Other materials may be recycled if the Hearing Examiner determines the impacts are no greater than those associated with recycling metal cans, glass, plastic, or paper. The applicant will have the burden of proof in demonstrating similar impacts.

19.15.025.16

Any use not listed in the use column of any use zone chart

Type 2

Development standards shall be determined case-by-case through the Type 2 review process.

1. The proposed use shall be compatible with adjoining uses. The facility shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into its surroundings and mitigate all adverse impacts on adjoining properties and the community. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, glare, and traffic impacts.

2. Social card games are prohibited.

19.15.025.17

Essential Public Facility

Type 2

Development standards shall be determined case-by-case through the Type 2 review process.

1. Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

2. Shall comply with criteria for siting found in the Burien Comprehensive Plan.

19.15.025.18

Off-Site Hazardous Waste Treatment and Storage Facility

Type 2

None

50'

50'

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. The outer 25 feet of the setback must be landscaped with Type I landscaping (as prescribed in BMC 19.25.050.1).

2. Must comply with the state siting criteria adopted consistent with RCW 70.105.210.

19.15.025.19

Personal Wireless Service Facility

See Chapter 19.50 BMC

19.15.025.020

Adult Entertainment Facility

None

None

25'

0'

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. See BMC 19.17.030 for additional requirements.

19.15.025.21

Secure Community Transition Facility

Type 2

See BMC 19.17.110

19.15.025.22

Community Garden

None

None

10'

0'

15%

25%

12'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. A Director-approved land use agreement shall be executed between the landowner and those who are interested in gardening on private land. The agreement shall include community garden rules to maintain the property safely and prevent disturbances to neighboring property owners and residents.

19.15.025.23

Marijuana Producers

Marijuana Processors

Type 1

None

25'

See Spec. Reg. 1

70%

75%

35'

See BMC 19.20.030.2

1. Fifty feet if adjoining a residential zone, otherwise, none. The outer 25 feet of the setback must be landscaped with Type I landscaping (as prescribed in BMC 19.25.050.1).

2. The facility shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into its surroundings and mitigate significant adverse impacts on adjoining properties and the community. Special attention shall be given to minimizing odor, noise, light, glare, and traffic impacts.

3. Must comply with all state law requirements and Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board regulations.

4. Marijuana producers and processors shall not operate as an accessory to a primary use or as a home occupation.

5. Marijuana producers and processors may locate in the same building and all production and processing activities shall occur within an enclosed structure.

6. Marijuana producers and processors shall not locate within 1,000 feet as measured by the shortest straight-line distance from the property line of the licensed premises to the property line of an elementary or secondary school, playground, recreational center or facility, childcare center, public park, public transit center, library, or arcade where admission is not restricted to those age 21 and older.

19.15.035.2

Air Cargo Facility

Distribution

Eating and Drinking Establishment

Flex-Industrial

Flex-Tech Flight

Kitchen Light Industry

Office

Off-Site Commercial Parking

Plant Nursery

Retail

Warehousing and Wholesale Trade

None

None

10'

10'

None

See BMC 19.15.035.2.E.

45' See BMC 19.15.035.2

See Section 19.20.030.2.

1. In the AI-1 zone, retail uses are allowed as primary or accessory uses. In the AI-2 zone, retail uses are allowed only as accessory uses related to or supporting the primary use of the site. In the AI-2 zone, retail uses are allowed only as accessory uses related to or supporting the site’s primary use.

19.15.035.3

New Car Auto Dealer

Auto Rental

None

None

10'

10'

None

See BMC 19.15.035.2.E.

45' See BMC 19.15.035.2

See Section 19.20.030.2.

1. This use is only allowed in the AI-1 zone. Used vehicle sales and service facilities are only allowed as an accessory use.

19.15.035.4

Community Facility

Government Facility

Public Park and Recreation Facilities

Recreational Facility

Religious Facility

None

None

10'

10'

None

See BMC 19.15.035.2.E.

45' See BMC 19.15.035.2

See Section 19.20.030.2.

19.15.035.5

Public Utility

Type 1

None

10'

10'

None

See BMC 19.15.035.2.E.

45' See BMC 19.15.035.2

See Section 19.20.030.2.

1. Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

19.15.035.6

On-site hazardous waste treatment and storage facility

Off-site hazardous waste treatment and storage facility

Type 2

None

10'

10'

None

See BMC 19.15.035.2.E.

45' See BMC 19.15.035.2

See Section 19.20.030.2.

1. These uses are required to conduct an environmental review and mitigate all impacts.

2. Must comply with the state siting criteria adopted in accordance with RCW 70.105.210.

19.15.035.7

Essential Public Facility

Type 1

None

10'

10'

None

See BMC 19.15.035.2.E.

45' See BMC 19.15.035.2

See Section 19.20.030.2.

1. Shall be designed, located, constructed, and buffered to blend into their surroundings and minimize adverse impacts on adjacent properties. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

2. Shall comply with the Burien Comprehensive Plan criteria for siting.

19.15.035.8

Any use not listed in the use column of any use zone chart

Type 2

Development standards shall be determined on a case-by-case basis through the Type 2 review process.

1. The proposed use shall be compatible with adjoining uses.

2. The facility shall be designed, located, constructed and buffered to blend in with its surroundings and mitigate all adverse impacts on adjoining properties and the community. Special attention shall be given to minimizing noise, light, and glare impacts.

19.15.035.9

Adult Entertainment Facility

Type 2

None

10'

10'

None

See BMC 19.15.035.2.E.

45' See BMC 19.15.035.2

See Section 19.20.030.2.

1. See BMC 19.17.030 for additional requirements.

19.15.035.10

Secure Community Transition Facility

Type 2

See BMC 19.17.110

19.15.035.11

Personal Wireless Service Facility

See Chapter 19.50 BMC for specific requirements.

19.15.035.12

Community Garden

None

None

10'

10'

15%

25%

12'

See Section 19.20.030.2.

1. A Director-approved land use agreement shall be executed by the landowner and those who are interested in gardening on private land. The agreement shall include Community Garden Rules to maintain the property safely and prevent disturbances to neighboring property owners and residents.

19.15.035.13

Marijuana Producers

Marijuana Processor

Type 1

None

10'

10'

None

See BMC 19.15.035.2.E.

45'

See BMC 19.15.035.2

See Section 19.20.030.2

1.The facility shall be designed, located, constructed and buffered to blend in with its surroundings and mitigate significant adverse impacts on adjoining properties and the community. Special attention shall be given to minimizing odor, noise, light, glare and traffic impacts.

2. Must comply with all requirements of state law and Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board regulations.

3. Marijuana producers and processors shall not operate as an accessory to a primary use or as a home occupation.

4. Marijuana producers and processors may be in the same building and all production and processing activities shall occur within an enclosed structure.

5. Marijuana producers and processors shall not locate within 1,000 feet as measured by the shortest straight-line distance from the property line of the licensed premises to the property line of an elementary or secondary school, playground, recreational center or facility, child care center, public park, public transit center, library or arcade where admission is not restricted to those age 21 and older.