Accessory Uses
SOURCE: | ADOPTED: |
Ord. 1018 | 06/25/24 |
(Ord. 1018, 06/25/24)
The requirements listed below apply to all agricultural accessory uses:
(1) Relationship to On-Site Agricultural Production. Any proposed agricultural accessory use must be related to and dependent on the agricultural activity taking place on site and remain subordinate to the scale of the agricultural activity on site.
(1) “Agricultural accessory use” means a use that directly supports, promotes and is subordinate to a permitted primary agricultural use or agricultural activity on a farm.
(2) “Agricultural work” means tasks related to farming, cultivation, and production of agricultural products. These tasks include, but are not limited to, manual labor assisting with crop production, harvesting, sorting, and animal care and husbandry.
(3) “Other farm dependent accessory activities” means those accessory activities, not elsewhere defined in this chapter, that directly relate to or are dependent on the operations of a farm. These activities may provide an engaging and entertaining experience for participants and may include, but are not limited to, corn mazes and other such maze structures, tractor rides, and/or agricultural demonstrations and do not include wedding venues.
(4) “Farm tours” means a tour of an agricultural operation, or other farm related educational events, allowing members of the public to observe or learn about agricultural operations on site.
(5) “Farmers’ markets” means a venue located on a farm, which is used by multiple agricultural producers, for the sale of agricultural products grown, produced, or processed primarily in Clallam County or Jefferson County.
(6) “On-site commercial greenhouses or nurseries” means a structure (greenhouse), and or nursery operation, located on a farm, devoted to the cultivation of plants or other grown agricultural products.
(7) “On-site stores” means an establishment, located on a farm, primarily engaged in the sale of agricultural products, produced on site, directly to consumers. The sale of food items, refined perishable products, tasting rooms, and other limited food service activities are included within this definition.
(8) “Temporary on-site retail stands” means a temporary or permanent structure, not internally accessible to the public, located on a farm, where agricultural products produced on site and related items are sold directly to consumers.
(9) “U-picks” means an agricultural enterprise where consumers visit a farm to harvest, or pick, produce and other agricultural products directly from the fields or orchards.
(10) “Work stays” means paid accommodation on a working farm where guests partake in agricultural work.
Clallam County recognizes the benefits that agricultural accessory uses can have on meeting community goals. The purpose and intent of this chapter is to:
(1) Ensure that agricultural accessory uses remain clearly subordinate to ongoing agricultural activities on a parcel or parcels.
(2) Protect rural and neighborhood character in areas where commercial activities are otherwise not allowed.
(3) Accommodate unique and creative accessory uses that are harmonious with and support on-site agricultural activities.
(4) Support a diversity of revenue streams for agricultural producers to strengthen the economic viability of agricultural operations.
(5) Provide specific prescriptive standards for a wide range of agricultural accessory uses in Clallam County.
(6) Encourage the continuation of agricultural lands for long-term agricultural use.
To be eligible for the accessory agricultural uses specified in this chapter, a farm on which such uses are conducted must meet all of the following:
(1) Contain a minimum of one acre of land utilized in the production of agricultural products.
(2) Is located within a Rural or Resource zoning district in which agricultural activities are listed as an allowed use per the underlying zoning of the property.
A temporary farm stand is not restricted by the conditions stated in subsections (1) and (2) of this section and is considered to be an allowed accessory use of any agricultural operation in which agricultural activities are permitted by the underlying zone, including Rural, Resource and Urban zoning districts.
All other agricultural accessory uses proposed on farms that fail to meet the above applicability standards may be considered through a conditional use permit utilizing the standards outlined in this chapter as well as additional standards specific to the proposal.
Any use authorized by this chapter will also require compliance with the Shoreline Master Program, stormwater management program, development regulations, critical areas code, and any other federal and/or state requirements. Agricultural accessory uses which conform to the standards in this chapter and all other applicable standards shall not be considered an intrusion of commercial activity within rural residential, or resources zones. The standards of this chapter, as applicable, supersede the use standards of the underlying zone.
For the purposes of this chapter, contiguous parcels under shared ownership will be reviewed as one farm when determining the appropriate level of review and other area related requirements for the proposed agricultural accessory use.
No part of this chapter will be interpreted to exempt uses or structures from the requirements of the adopted building codes and/or other applicable development regulations. Contact the Department of Community Development for all related permit requirements.
An accessory use to agriculture may include, but may not be limited to, the following:
(1) Temporary on-site retail stands;
(2) On-site agricultural stores;
(3) On-site commercial greenhouse or nursery;
(4) Farmers’ markets;
(5) U-pick sales to the public;
(6) Tours of the agricultural operations;
(7) Work stays;
(8) Other farm dependent accessory activities.
The requirements listed below apply to all agricultural accessory uses:
(1) Relationship to On-Site Agricultural Production. Any proposed agricultural accessory use must be related to and dependent on the agricultural activity taking place on site and remain subordinate to the scale of the agricultural activity on site.
(2) Review Procedure. Agricultural accessory uses will be reviewed on a site-by-site basis utilizing the standards specific to each agricultural accessory use found in this chapter. When no specific standards are found for a proposed agricultural accessory use, the Administrator may provide a code interpretation on the use in question pursuant to CCC 26.10.555, and must ensure the agricultural accessory use remains clearly incidental and subordinate to the agricultural activity on the parcel and protects the rural and neighborhood character of the surrounding area.
(3) Access. Safe vehicular access and customer parking must be provided on site, such that vehicles are not required to back onto roads. Temporary and permanent structures and parking must be located outside of public rights-of-way, meet setbacks for the zoning area, and should be located where impacts to adjacent residential uses are minimized.
(4) Placement. All agricultural accessory uses, including new buildings, parking, or supportive uses, should be located inside the general area already developed for buildings and residential uses and must not otherwise convert more than 25 percent of land to accessory uses.
(5) Signs. All signage must be compliant with Chapter 33.57 CCC.
(6) Landscaping. A visual buffer consistent with Chapter 33.53 CCC is required along all sides of a permanent parking area within 30 linear feet of a front, side, or rear property boundary. Natural vegetation may be allowed in lieu of a visual buffer provided existing vegetation is sufficient to break up the visual impact of the parking area from neighboring properties or road frontages.
(7) Lighting. All lighting associated with agricultural accessory uses must be directed downward and shielded to prevent glare and light encroachment onto neighboring properties and roads. All uses requiring a certificate of compliance or conditional use permit per CCC 33.48.060 must be required to submit a lighting plan for review and approval.
(8) Noise. Agricultural accessory uses must be compliant with Chapter 15.30 CCC.
Agricultural Accessory Use Review Chart | |||||
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Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Temporary on-site retail stand | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
On-site store | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
On-site greenhouses | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
Farmers’ market | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
U-pick | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
Farm tours | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
Work stays | Prohibited | Prohibited | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
Other farm dependent acc. activities | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, temporary on-site retail stands are subject to the following requirements:
Temporary On-Site Retail Stands | |||||
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Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. Temporary on-site retail stands must be no larger than 400 square feet and must not be made internally accessible to the public.
(b) Product. Seventy-five percent of all products retailed at a temporary on-site retail stand must be agricultural products produced in Clallam and/or Jefferson County.
(c) Temporary on-site retail stands are allowed in all zones that identify agricultural uses as allowed outright and are not otherwise restricted by the applicability provisions contained in this chapter.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, on-site stores are subject to the following requirements:
On-Site Stores | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. Farms are limited to one on-site store and must have no more than 1,000 square feet of publicly accessible space. This maximum may be exceeded with the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(b) The owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(c) Product. Seventy-five percent of all products sold at an on-site store must be agricultural products produced in Clallam and/or Jefferson County.
(d) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required conforming to applicable parking standards.
(e) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Service Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(f) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(g) Length of Operation. On-site stores may only be operated between the months of May and October unless otherwise approved by a certificate of compliance or conditional use permit.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, on-site commercial greenhouses are subject to the following requirements:
On-Site Commercial Greenhouse | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. For greenhouses allowing public entry, the owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(b) Product. Ninety percent of products retailed from a greenhouse must be agricultural products, of which 75 percent must be produced on site.
(c) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(f) Length of Operation. The retail operation of an on-site commercial greenhouse or nursery may only be operated between the months of May and October unless otherwise approved by certificate of compliance or a conditional use permit.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, farmers’ markets are subject to the following standards:
Farmers’ Markets | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. When a permanent structure is utilized, the owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(b) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(c) Frequency. No more than two farmers’ market events may be hosted per week.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(f) Access. Farmers’ markets must be accessed from a public road capable of supporting traffic generated from the use.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, U-picks are subject to the following requirements:
U-Pick | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(b) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(c) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, farm tours are subject to the following requirements:
Farm Tours | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Educational Exemption. Educational tours or events hosted in partnership with the WSU Extension Office, Clallam County 4H club, or accredited educational institutes are considered allowed outright for the purposes of performance standards related to this section but must conform with all applicable performance standards.
(b) Size of Groups. All groups and individuals involved in a farm tour must be guided by a designated farm representative or be contained within areas with clearly delineated boundary lines.
(c) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for all farm tour participants. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, work stays are subject to the following requirements:
Work Stays | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Prohibited | Prohibited | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structures. Permanent structures, park models, recreational vehicles, and/or semi-permanent tents are not allowed for use as work stays. Work stays must be limited to temporary tents and tents must not be provided by the farm operator.
(b) Limitations. Work stays must be limited to individuals or groups where at least one individual is performing agricultural work on site. Work stays must be limited to no longer than two weeks and a group must be no larger than six individuals.
(c) Number of Sites. Work stays must be limited to no more than three sites per five acres with no more than a maximum of 12 sites. This maximum may be exceeded through the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(d) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At lease one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(e) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(f) Fire Safety. Fires must be contained within a designated and approved fire ring or other similar containment device.
(g) Required Notice. The owner is responsible to provide written notice to workers of:
(i) County sound and noise regulations pursuant to Chapter 15.30 CCC, Public Disturbance.
(ii) Rules of conduct, local laws, burn bans, and responsibility not to trespass on private property or to create disturbances (e.g., noise). If there is an easement that provides legal access to off-site areas such as beach access, this shall be indicated on a map and the easement must be clearly marked.
(iii) Emergency numbers and the name and number of a local contact person(s) for the work stay operator.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, these activities are subject to the following requirements:
Other Farm Dependent Accessory Activities | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Frequency. No more than 21 days of activities or events are to be undertaken under this use within a calendar year when those activities have the potential to generate noise, traffic, or other nuisances above uses otherwise allowed in this chapter. This number may be increased through the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(b) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(c) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(d) Limited Number of Other Activities. No more than three other activities may be allowed through this section without the issuance of a conditional use permit.
This chapter shall take effect (i.e., the effective date shall be) the date of adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter.
(1) “Agricultural accessory use” means a use that directly supports, promotes and is subordinate to a permitted primary agricultural use or agricultural activity on a farm.
(2) “Agricultural work” means tasks related to farming, cultivation, and production of agricultural products. These tasks include, but are not limited to, manual labor assisting with crop production, harvesting, sorting, and animal care and husbandry.
(3) “Other farm dependent accessory activities” means those accessory activities, not elsewhere defined in this chapter, that directly relate to or are dependent on the operations of a farm. These activities may provide an engaging and entertaining experience for participants and may include, but are not limited to, corn mazes and other such maze structures, tractor rides, and/or agricultural demonstrations and do not include wedding venues.
(4) “Farm tours” means a tour of an agricultural operation, or other farm related educational events, allowing members of the public to observe or learn about agricultural operations on site.
(5) “Farmers’ markets” means a venue located on a farm, which is used by multiple agricultural producers, for the sale of agricultural products grown, produced, or processed primarily in Clallam County or Jefferson County.
(6) “On-site commercial greenhouses or nurseries” means a structure (greenhouse), and or nursery operation, located on a farm, devoted to the cultivation of plants or other grown agricultural products.
(7) “On-site stores” means an establishment, located on a farm, primarily engaged in the sale of agricultural products, produced on site, directly to consumers. The sale of food items, refined perishable products, tasting rooms, and other limited food service activities are included within this definition.
(8) “Temporary on-site retail stands” means a temporary or permanent structure, not internally accessible to the public, located on a farm, where agricultural products produced on site and related items are sold directly to consumers.
(9) “U-picks” means an agricultural enterprise where consumers visit a farm to harvest, or pick, produce and other agricultural products directly from the fields or orchards.
(10) “Work stays” means paid accommodation on a working farm where guests partake in agricultural work.
Clallam County recognizes the benefits that agricultural accessory uses can have on meeting community goals. The purpose and intent of this chapter is to:
(1) Ensure that agricultural accessory uses remain clearly subordinate to ongoing agricultural activities on a parcel or parcels.
(2) Protect rural and neighborhood character in areas where commercial activities are otherwise not allowed.
(3) Accommodate unique and creative accessory uses that are harmonious with and support on-site agricultural activities.
(4) Support a diversity of revenue streams for agricultural producers to strengthen the economic viability of agricultural operations.
(5) Provide specific prescriptive standards for a wide range of agricultural accessory uses in Clallam County.
(6) Encourage the continuation of agricultural lands for long-term agricultural use.
To be eligible for the accessory agricultural uses specified in this chapter, a farm on which such uses are conducted must meet all of the following:
(1) Contain a minimum of one acre of land utilized in the production of agricultural products.
(2) Is located within a Rural or Resource zoning district in which agricultural activities are listed as an allowed use per the underlying zoning of the property.
A temporary farm stand is not restricted by the conditions stated in subsections (1) and (2) of this section and is considered to be an allowed accessory use of any agricultural operation in which agricultural activities are permitted by the underlying zone, including Rural, Resource and Urban zoning districts.
All other agricultural accessory uses proposed on farms that fail to meet the above applicability standards may be considered through a conditional use permit utilizing the standards outlined in this chapter as well as additional standards specific to the proposal.
Any use authorized by this chapter will also require compliance with the Shoreline Master Program, stormwater management program, development regulations, critical areas code, and any other federal and/or state requirements. Agricultural accessory uses which conform to the standards in this chapter and all other applicable standards shall not be considered an intrusion of commercial activity within rural residential, or resources zones. The standards of this chapter, as applicable, supersede the use standards of the underlying zone.
For the purposes of this chapter, contiguous parcels under shared ownership will be reviewed as one farm when determining the appropriate level of review and other area related requirements for the proposed agricultural accessory use.
No part of this chapter will be interpreted to exempt uses or structures from the requirements of the adopted building codes and/or other applicable development regulations. Contact the Department of Community Development for all related permit requirements.
An accessory use to agriculture may include, but may not be limited to, the following:
(1) Temporary on-site retail stands;
(2) On-site agricultural stores;
(3) On-site commercial greenhouse or nursery;
(4) Farmers’ markets;
(5) U-pick sales to the public;
(6) Tours of the agricultural operations;
(7) Work stays;
(8) Other farm dependent accessory activities.
The requirements listed below apply to all agricultural accessory uses:
(1) Relationship to On-Site Agricultural Production. Any proposed agricultural accessory use must be related to and dependent on the agricultural activity taking place on site and remain subordinate to the scale of the agricultural activity on site.
(2) Review Procedure. Agricultural accessory uses will be reviewed on a site-by-site basis utilizing the standards specific to each agricultural accessory use found in this chapter. When no specific standards are found for a proposed agricultural accessory use, the Administrator may provide a code interpretation on the use in question pursuant to CCC 26.10.555, and must ensure the agricultural accessory use remains clearly incidental and subordinate to the agricultural activity on the parcel and protects the rural and neighborhood character of the surrounding area.
(3) Access. Safe vehicular access and customer parking must be provided on site, such that vehicles are not required to back onto roads. Temporary and permanent structures and parking must be located outside of public rights-of-way, meet setbacks for the zoning area, and should be located where impacts to adjacent residential uses are minimized.
(4) Placement. All agricultural accessory uses, including new buildings, parking, or supportive uses, should be located inside the general area already developed for buildings and residential uses and must not otherwise convert more than 25 percent of land to accessory uses.
(5) Signs. All signage must be compliant with Chapter 33.57 CCC.
(6) Landscaping. A visual buffer consistent with Chapter 33.53 CCC is required along all sides of a permanent parking area within 30 linear feet of a front, side, or rear property boundary. Natural vegetation may be allowed in lieu of a visual buffer provided existing vegetation is sufficient to break up the visual impact of the parking area from neighboring properties or road frontages.
(7) Lighting. All lighting associated with agricultural accessory uses must be directed downward and shielded to prevent glare and light encroachment onto neighboring properties and roads. All uses requiring a certificate of compliance or conditional use permit per CCC 33.48.060 must be required to submit a lighting plan for review and approval.
(8) Noise. Agricultural accessory uses must be compliant with Chapter 15.30 CCC.
Agricultural Accessory Use Review Chart | |||||
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Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Temporary on-site retail stand | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
On-site store | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
On-site greenhouses | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
Farmers’ market | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
U-pick | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
Farm tours | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
Work stays | Prohibited | Prohibited | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
Other farm dependent acc. activities | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, temporary on-site retail stands are subject to the following requirements:
Temporary On-Site Retail Stands | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. Temporary on-site retail stands must be no larger than 400 square feet and must not be made internally accessible to the public.
(b) Product. Seventy-five percent of all products retailed at a temporary on-site retail stand must be agricultural products produced in Clallam and/or Jefferson County.
(c) Temporary on-site retail stands are allowed in all zones that identify agricultural uses as allowed outright and are not otherwise restricted by the applicability provisions contained in this chapter.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, on-site stores are subject to the following requirements:
On-Site Stores | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. Farms are limited to one on-site store and must have no more than 1,000 square feet of publicly accessible space. This maximum may be exceeded with the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(b) The owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(c) Product. Seventy-five percent of all products sold at an on-site store must be agricultural products produced in Clallam and/or Jefferson County.
(d) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required conforming to applicable parking standards.
(e) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Service Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(f) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(g) Length of Operation. On-site stores may only be operated between the months of May and October unless otherwise approved by a certificate of compliance or conditional use permit.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, on-site commercial greenhouses are subject to the following requirements:
On-Site Commercial Greenhouse | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. For greenhouses allowing public entry, the owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(b) Product. Ninety percent of products retailed from a greenhouse must be agricultural products, of which 75 percent must be produced on site.
(c) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(f) Length of Operation. The retail operation of an on-site commercial greenhouse or nursery may only be operated between the months of May and October unless otherwise approved by certificate of compliance or a conditional use permit.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, farmers’ markets are subject to the following standards:
Farmers’ Markets | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. When a permanent structure is utilized, the owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(b) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(c) Frequency. No more than two farmers’ market events may be hosted per week.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(f) Access. Farmers’ markets must be accessed from a public road capable of supporting traffic generated from the use.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, U-picks are subject to the following requirements:
U-Pick | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(b) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(c) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, farm tours are subject to the following requirements:
Farm Tours | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Educational Exemption. Educational tours or events hosted in partnership with the WSU Extension Office, Clallam County 4H club, or accredited educational institutes are considered allowed outright for the purposes of performance standards related to this section but must conform with all applicable performance standards.
(b) Size of Groups. All groups and individuals involved in a farm tour must be guided by a designated farm representative or be contained within areas with clearly delineated boundary lines.
(c) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for all farm tour participants. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, work stays are subject to the following requirements:
Work Stays | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Prohibited | Prohibited | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structures. Permanent structures, park models, recreational vehicles, and/or semi-permanent tents are not allowed for use as work stays. Work stays must be limited to temporary tents and tents must not be provided by the farm operator.
(b) Limitations. Work stays must be limited to individuals or groups where at least one individual is performing agricultural work on site. Work stays must be limited to no longer than two weeks and a group must be no larger than six individuals.
(c) Number of Sites. Work stays must be limited to no more than three sites per five acres with no more than a maximum of 12 sites. This maximum may be exceeded through the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(d) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At lease one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(e) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(f) Fire Safety. Fires must be contained within a designated and approved fire ring or other similar containment device.
(g) Required Notice. The owner is responsible to provide written notice to workers of:
(i) County sound and noise regulations pursuant to Chapter 15.30 CCC, Public Disturbance.
(ii) Rules of conduct, local laws, burn bans, and responsibility not to trespass on private property or to create disturbances (e.g., noise). If there is an easement that provides legal access to off-site areas such as beach access, this shall be indicated on a map and the easement must be clearly marked.
(iii) Emergency numbers and the name and number of a local contact person(s) for the work stay operator.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, these activities are subject to the following requirements:
Other Farm Dependent Accessory Activities | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Frequency. No more than 21 days of activities or events are to be undertaken under this use within a calendar year when those activities have the potential to generate noise, traffic, or other nuisances above uses otherwise allowed in this chapter. This number may be increased through the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(b) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(c) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(d) Limited Number of Other Activities. No more than three other activities may be allowed through this section without the issuance of a conditional use permit.
This chapter shall take effect (i.e., the effective date shall be) the date of adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter.
Accessory Uses
SOURCE: | ADOPTED: |
Ord. 1018 | 06/25/24 |
(Ord. 1018, 06/25/24)
The requirements listed below apply to all agricultural accessory uses:
(1) Relationship to On-Site Agricultural Production. Any proposed agricultural accessory use must be related to and dependent on the agricultural activity taking place on site and remain subordinate to the scale of the agricultural activity on site.
(1) “Agricultural accessory use” means a use that directly supports, promotes and is subordinate to a permitted primary agricultural use or agricultural activity on a farm.
(2) “Agricultural work” means tasks related to farming, cultivation, and production of agricultural products. These tasks include, but are not limited to, manual labor assisting with crop production, harvesting, sorting, and animal care and husbandry.
(3) “Other farm dependent accessory activities” means those accessory activities, not elsewhere defined in this chapter, that directly relate to or are dependent on the operations of a farm. These activities may provide an engaging and entertaining experience for participants and may include, but are not limited to, corn mazes and other such maze structures, tractor rides, and/or agricultural demonstrations and do not include wedding venues.
(4) “Farm tours” means a tour of an agricultural operation, or other farm related educational events, allowing members of the public to observe or learn about agricultural operations on site.
(5) “Farmers’ markets” means a venue located on a farm, which is used by multiple agricultural producers, for the sale of agricultural products grown, produced, or processed primarily in Clallam County or Jefferson County.
(6) “On-site commercial greenhouses or nurseries” means a structure (greenhouse), and or nursery operation, located on a farm, devoted to the cultivation of plants or other grown agricultural products.
(7) “On-site stores” means an establishment, located on a farm, primarily engaged in the sale of agricultural products, produced on site, directly to consumers. The sale of food items, refined perishable products, tasting rooms, and other limited food service activities are included within this definition.
(8) “Temporary on-site retail stands” means a temporary or permanent structure, not internally accessible to the public, located on a farm, where agricultural products produced on site and related items are sold directly to consumers.
(9) “U-picks” means an agricultural enterprise where consumers visit a farm to harvest, or pick, produce and other agricultural products directly from the fields or orchards.
(10) “Work stays” means paid accommodation on a working farm where guests partake in agricultural work.
Clallam County recognizes the benefits that agricultural accessory uses can have on meeting community goals. The purpose and intent of this chapter is to:
(1) Ensure that agricultural accessory uses remain clearly subordinate to ongoing agricultural activities on a parcel or parcels.
(2) Protect rural and neighborhood character in areas where commercial activities are otherwise not allowed.
(3) Accommodate unique and creative accessory uses that are harmonious with and support on-site agricultural activities.
(4) Support a diversity of revenue streams for agricultural producers to strengthen the economic viability of agricultural operations.
(5) Provide specific prescriptive standards for a wide range of agricultural accessory uses in Clallam County.
(6) Encourage the continuation of agricultural lands for long-term agricultural use.
To be eligible for the accessory agricultural uses specified in this chapter, a farm on which such uses are conducted must meet all of the following:
(1) Contain a minimum of one acre of land utilized in the production of agricultural products.
(2) Is located within a Rural or Resource zoning district in which agricultural activities are listed as an allowed use per the underlying zoning of the property.
A temporary farm stand is not restricted by the conditions stated in subsections (1) and (2) of this section and is considered to be an allowed accessory use of any agricultural operation in which agricultural activities are permitted by the underlying zone, including Rural, Resource and Urban zoning districts.
All other agricultural accessory uses proposed on farms that fail to meet the above applicability standards may be considered through a conditional use permit utilizing the standards outlined in this chapter as well as additional standards specific to the proposal.
Any use authorized by this chapter will also require compliance with the Shoreline Master Program, stormwater management program, development regulations, critical areas code, and any other federal and/or state requirements. Agricultural accessory uses which conform to the standards in this chapter and all other applicable standards shall not be considered an intrusion of commercial activity within rural residential, or resources zones. The standards of this chapter, as applicable, supersede the use standards of the underlying zone.
For the purposes of this chapter, contiguous parcels under shared ownership will be reviewed as one farm when determining the appropriate level of review and other area related requirements for the proposed agricultural accessory use.
No part of this chapter will be interpreted to exempt uses or structures from the requirements of the adopted building codes and/or other applicable development regulations. Contact the Department of Community Development for all related permit requirements.
An accessory use to agriculture may include, but may not be limited to, the following:
(1) Temporary on-site retail stands;
(2) On-site agricultural stores;
(3) On-site commercial greenhouse or nursery;
(4) Farmers’ markets;
(5) U-pick sales to the public;
(6) Tours of the agricultural operations;
(7) Work stays;
(8) Other farm dependent accessory activities.
The requirements listed below apply to all agricultural accessory uses:
(1) Relationship to On-Site Agricultural Production. Any proposed agricultural accessory use must be related to and dependent on the agricultural activity taking place on site and remain subordinate to the scale of the agricultural activity on site.
(2) Review Procedure. Agricultural accessory uses will be reviewed on a site-by-site basis utilizing the standards specific to each agricultural accessory use found in this chapter. When no specific standards are found for a proposed agricultural accessory use, the Administrator may provide a code interpretation on the use in question pursuant to CCC 26.10.555, and must ensure the agricultural accessory use remains clearly incidental and subordinate to the agricultural activity on the parcel and protects the rural and neighborhood character of the surrounding area.
(3) Access. Safe vehicular access and customer parking must be provided on site, such that vehicles are not required to back onto roads. Temporary and permanent structures and parking must be located outside of public rights-of-way, meet setbacks for the zoning area, and should be located where impacts to adjacent residential uses are minimized.
(4) Placement. All agricultural accessory uses, including new buildings, parking, or supportive uses, should be located inside the general area already developed for buildings and residential uses and must not otherwise convert more than 25 percent of land to accessory uses.
(5) Signs. All signage must be compliant with Chapter 33.57 CCC.
(6) Landscaping. A visual buffer consistent with Chapter 33.53 CCC is required along all sides of a permanent parking area within 30 linear feet of a front, side, or rear property boundary. Natural vegetation may be allowed in lieu of a visual buffer provided existing vegetation is sufficient to break up the visual impact of the parking area from neighboring properties or road frontages.
(7) Lighting. All lighting associated with agricultural accessory uses must be directed downward and shielded to prevent glare and light encroachment onto neighboring properties and roads. All uses requiring a certificate of compliance or conditional use permit per CCC 33.48.060 must be required to submit a lighting plan for review and approval.
(8) Noise. Agricultural accessory uses must be compliant with Chapter 15.30 CCC.
Agricultural Accessory Use Review Chart | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Temporary on-site retail stand | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
On-site store | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
On-site greenhouses | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
Farmers’ market | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
U-pick | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
Farm tours | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
Work stays | Prohibited | Prohibited | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
Other farm dependent acc. activities | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, temporary on-site retail stands are subject to the following requirements:
Temporary On-Site Retail Stands | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. Temporary on-site retail stands must be no larger than 400 square feet and must not be made internally accessible to the public.
(b) Product. Seventy-five percent of all products retailed at a temporary on-site retail stand must be agricultural products produced in Clallam and/or Jefferson County.
(c) Temporary on-site retail stands are allowed in all zones that identify agricultural uses as allowed outright and are not otherwise restricted by the applicability provisions contained in this chapter.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, on-site stores are subject to the following requirements:
On-Site Stores | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. Farms are limited to one on-site store and must have no more than 1,000 square feet of publicly accessible space. This maximum may be exceeded with the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(b) The owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(c) Product. Seventy-five percent of all products sold at an on-site store must be agricultural products produced in Clallam and/or Jefferson County.
(d) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required conforming to applicable parking standards.
(e) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Service Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(f) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(g) Length of Operation. On-site stores may only be operated between the months of May and October unless otherwise approved by a certificate of compliance or conditional use permit.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, on-site commercial greenhouses are subject to the following requirements:
On-Site Commercial Greenhouse | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. For greenhouses allowing public entry, the owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(b) Product. Ninety percent of products retailed from a greenhouse must be agricultural products, of which 75 percent must be produced on site.
(c) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(f) Length of Operation. The retail operation of an on-site commercial greenhouse or nursery may only be operated between the months of May and October unless otherwise approved by certificate of compliance or a conditional use permit.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, farmers’ markets are subject to the following standards:
Farmers’ Markets | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. When a permanent structure is utilized, the owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(b) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(c) Frequency. No more than two farmers’ market events may be hosted per week.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(f) Access. Farmers’ markets must be accessed from a public road capable of supporting traffic generated from the use.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, U-picks are subject to the following requirements:
U-Pick | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(b) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(c) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, farm tours are subject to the following requirements:
Farm Tours | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Educational Exemption. Educational tours or events hosted in partnership with the WSU Extension Office, Clallam County 4H club, or accredited educational institutes are considered allowed outright for the purposes of performance standards related to this section but must conform with all applicable performance standards.
(b) Size of Groups. All groups and individuals involved in a farm tour must be guided by a designated farm representative or be contained within areas with clearly delineated boundary lines.
(c) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for all farm tour participants. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, work stays are subject to the following requirements:
Work Stays | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Prohibited | Prohibited | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structures. Permanent structures, park models, recreational vehicles, and/or semi-permanent tents are not allowed for use as work stays. Work stays must be limited to temporary tents and tents must not be provided by the farm operator.
(b) Limitations. Work stays must be limited to individuals or groups where at least one individual is performing agricultural work on site. Work stays must be limited to no longer than two weeks and a group must be no larger than six individuals.
(c) Number of Sites. Work stays must be limited to no more than three sites per five acres with no more than a maximum of 12 sites. This maximum may be exceeded through the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(d) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At lease one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(e) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(f) Fire Safety. Fires must be contained within a designated and approved fire ring or other similar containment device.
(g) Required Notice. The owner is responsible to provide written notice to workers of:
(i) County sound and noise regulations pursuant to Chapter 15.30 CCC, Public Disturbance.
(ii) Rules of conduct, local laws, burn bans, and responsibility not to trespass on private property or to create disturbances (e.g., noise). If there is an easement that provides legal access to off-site areas such as beach access, this shall be indicated on a map and the easement must be clearly marked.
(iii) Emergency numbers and the name and number of a local contact person(s) for the work stay operator.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, these activities are subject to the following requirements:
Other Farm Dependent Accessory Activities | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Frequency. No more than 21 days of activities or events are to be undertaken under this use within a calendar year when those activities have the potential to generate noise, traffic, or other nuisances above uses otherwise allowed in this chapter. This number may be increased through the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(b) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(c) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(d) Limited Number of Other Activities. No more than three other activities may be allowed through this section without the issuance of a conditional use permit.
This chapter shall take effect (i.e., the effective date shall be) the date of adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter.
(1) “Agricultural accessory use” means a use that directly supports, promotes and is subordinate to a permitted primary agricultural use or agricultural activity on a farm.
(2) “Agricultural work” means tasks related to farming, cultivation, and production of agricultural products. These tasks include, but are not limited to, manual labor assisting with crop production, harvesting, sorting, and animal care and husbandry.
(3) “Other farm dependent accessory activities” means those accessory activities, not elsewhere defined in this chapter, that directly relate to or are dependent on the operations of a farm. These activities may provide an engaging and entertaining experience for participants and may include, but are not limited to, corn mazes and other such maze structures, tractor rides, and/or agricultural demonstrations and do not include wedding venues.
(4) “Farm tours” means a tour of an agricultural operation, or other farm related educational events, allowing members of the public to observe or learn about agricultural operations on site.
(5) “Farmers’ markets” means a venue located on a farm, which is used by multiple agricultural producers, for the sale of agricultural products grown, produced, or processed primarily in Clallam County or Jefferson County.
(6) “On-site commercial greenhouses or nurseries” means a structure (greenhouse), and or nursery operation, located on a farm, devoted to the cultivation of plants or other grown agricultural products.
(7) “On-site stores” means an establishment, located on a farm, primarily engaged in the sale of agricultural products, produced on site, directly to consumers. The sale of food items, refined perishable products, tasting rooms, and other limited food service activities are included within this definition.
(8) “Temporary on-site retail stands” means a temporary or permanent structure, not internally accessible to the public, located on a farm, where agricultural products produced on site and related items are sold directly to consumers.
(9) “U-picks” means an agricultural enterprise where consumers visit a farm to harvest, or pick, produce and other agricultural products directly from the fields or orchards.
(10) “Work stays” means paid accommodation on a working farm where guests partake in agricultural work.
Clallam County recognizes the benefits that agricultural accessory uses can have on meeting community goals. The purpose and intent of this chapter is to:
(1) Ensure that agricultural accessory uses remain clearly subordinate to ongoing agricultural activities on a parcel or parcels.
(2) Protect rural and neighborhood character in areas where commercial activities are otherwise not allowed.
(3) Accommodate unique and creative accessory uses that are harmonious with and support on-site agricultural activities.
(4) Support a diversity of revenue streams for agricultural producers to strengthen the economic viability of agricultural operations.
(5) Provide specific prescriptive standards for a wide range of agricultural accessory uses in Clallam County.
(6) Encourage the continuation of agricultural lands for long-term agricultural use.
To be eligible for the accessory agricultural uses specified in this chapter, a farm on which such uses are conducted must meet all of the following:
(1) Contain a minimum of one acre of land utilized in the production of agricultural products.
(2) Is located within a Rural or Resource zoning district in which agricultural activities are listed as an allowed use per the underlying zoning of the property.
A temporary farm stand is not restricted by the conditions stated in subsections (1) and (2) of this section and is considered to be an allowed accessory use of any agricultural operation in which agricultural activities are permitted by the underlying zone, including Rural, Resource and Urban zoning districts.
All other agricultural accessory uses proposed on farms that fail to meet the above applicability standards may be considered through a conditional use permit utilizing the standards outlined in this chapter as well as additional standards specific to the proposal.
Any use authorized by this chapter will also require compliance with the Shoreline Master Program, stormwater management program, development regulations, critical areas code, and any other federal and/or state requirements. Agricultural accessory uses which conform to the standards in this chapter and all other applicable standards shall not be considered an intrusion of commercial activity within rural residential, or resources zones. The standards of this chapter, as applicable, supersede the use standards of the underlying zone.
For the purposes of this chapter, contiguous parcels under shared ownership will be reviewed as one farm when determining the appropriate level of review and other area related requirements for the proposed agricultural accessory use.
No part of this chapter will be interpreted to exempt uses or structures from the requirements of the adopted building codes and/or other applicable development regulations. Contact the Department of Community Development for all related permit requirements.
An accessory use to agriculture may include, but may not be limited to, the following:
(1) Temporary on-site retail stands;
(2) On-site agricultural stores;
(3) On-site commercial greenhouse or nursery;
(4) Farmers’ markets;
(5) U-pick sales to the public;
(6) Tours of the agricultural operations;
(7) Work stays;
(8) Other farm dependent accessory activities.
The requirements listed below apply to all agricultural accessory uses:
(1) Relationship to On-Site Agricultural Production. Any proposed agricultural accessory use must be related to and dependent on the agricultural activity taking place on site and remain subordinate to the scale of the agricultural activity on site.
(2) Review Procedure. Agricultural accessory uses will be reviewed on a site-by-site basis utilizing the standards specific to each agricultural accessory use found in this chapter. When no specific standards are found for a proposed agricultural accessory use, the Administrator may provide a code interpretation on the use in question pursuant to CCC 26.10.555, and must ensure the agricultural accessory use remains clearly incidental and subordinate to the agricultural activity on the parcel and protects the rural and neighborhood character of the surrounding area.
(3) Access. Safe vehicular access and customer parking must be provided on site, such that vehicles are not required to back onto roads. Temporary and permanent structures and parking must be located outside of public rights-of-way, meet setbacks for the zoning area, and should be located where impacts to adjacent residential uses are minimized.
(4) Placement. All agricultural accessory uses, including new buildings, parking, or supportive uses, should be located inside the general area already developed for buildings and residential uses and must not otherwise convert more than 25 percent of land to accessory uses.
(5) Signs. All signage must be compliant with Chapter 33.57 CCC.
(6) Landscaping. A visual buffer consistent with Chapter 33.53 CCC is required along all sides of a permanent parking area within 30 linear feet of a front, side, or rear property boundary. Natural vegetation may be allowed in lieu of a visual buffer provided existing vegetation is sufficient to break up the visual impact of the parking area from neighboring properties or road frontages.
(7) Lighting. All lighting associated with agricultural accessory uses must be directed downward and shielded to prevent glare and light encroachment onto neighboring properties and roads. All uses requiring a certificate of compliance or conditional use permit per CCC 33.48.060 must be required to submit a lighting plan for review and approval.
(8) Noise. Agricultural accessory uses must be compliant with Chapter 15.30 CCC.
Agricultural Accessory Use Review Chart | |||||
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Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Temporary on-site retail stand | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
On-site store | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
On-site greenhouses | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
Farmers’ market | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
U-pick | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
Farm tours | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
Work stays | Prohibited | Prohibited | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
Other farm dependent acc. activities | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, temporary on-site retail stands are subject to the following requirements:
Temporary On-Site Retail Stands | |||||
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Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. Temporary on-site retail stands must be no larger than 400 square feet and must not be made internally accessible to the public.
(b) Product. Seventy-five percent of all products retailed at a temporary on-site retail stand must be agricultural products produced in Clallam and/or Jefferson County.
(c) Temporary on-site retail stands are allowed in all zones that identify agricultural uses as allowed outright and are not otherwise restricted by the applicability provisions contained in this chapter.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, on-site stores are subject to the following requirements:
On-Site Stores | |||||
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Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. Farms are limited to one on-site store and must have no more than 1,000 square feet of publicly accessible space. This maximum may be exceeded with the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(b) The owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(c) Product. Seventy-five percent of all products sold at an on-site store must be agricultural products produced in Clallam and/or Jefferson County.
(d) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required conforming to applicable parking standards.
(e) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Service Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(f) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(g) Length of Operation. On-site stores may only be operated between the months of May and October unless otherwise approved by a certificate of compliance or conditional use permit.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, on-site commercial greenhouses are subject to the following requirements:
On-Site Commercial Greenhouse | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. For greenhouses allowing public entry, the owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(b) Product. Ninety percent of products retailed from a greenhouse must be agricultural products, of which 75 percent must be produced on site.
(c) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(f) Length of Operation. The retail operation of an on-site commercial greenhouse or nursery may only be operated between the months of May and October unless otherwise approved by certificate of compliance or a conditional use permit.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, farmers’ markets are subject to the following standards:
Farmers’ Markets | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structure. When a permanent structure is utilized, the owner is responsible for obtaining a building permit from the Clallam County Department of Community Development to review that the structure has adequate means of egress, exits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection systems in compliance with the adopted building code.
(b) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(c) Frequency. No more than two farmers’ market events may be hosted per week.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
(f) Access. Farmers’ markets must be accessed from a public road capable of supporting traffic generated from the use.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, U-picks are subject to the following requirements:
U-Pick | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(b) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(c) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, farm tours are subject to the following requirements:
Farm Tours | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Educational Exemption. Educational tours or events hosted in partnership with the WSU Extension Office, Clallam County 4H club, or accredited educational institutes are considered allowed outright for the purposes of performance standards related to this section but must conform with all applicable performance standards.
(b) Size of Groups. All groups and individuals involved in a farm tour must be guided by a designated farm representative or be contained within areas with clearly delineated boundary lines.
(c) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for all farm tour participants. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(d) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(e) Hours of Operation. Operation must be limited to between sunrise and 10:00 p.m.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, work stays are subject to the following requirements:
Work Stays | |||||
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Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Prohibited | Prohibited | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance | Allowed Outright |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Structures. Permanent structures, park models, recreational vehicles, and/or semi-permanent tents are not allowed for use as work stays. Work stays must be limited to temporary tents and tents must not be provided by the farm operator.
(b) Limitations. Work stays must be limited to individuals or groups where at least one individual is performing agricultural work on site. Work stays must be limited to no longer than two weeks and a group must be no larger than six individuals.
(c) Number of Sites. Work stays must be limited to no more than three sites per five acres with no more than a maximum of 12 sites. This maximum may be exceeded through the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(d) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At lease one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(e) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(f) Fire Safety. Fires must be contained within a designated and approved fire ring or other similar containment device.
(g) Required Notice. The owner is responsible to provide written notice to workers of:
(i) County sound and noise regulations pursuant to Chapter 15.30 CCC, Public Disturbance.
(ii) Rules of conduct, local laws, burn bans, and responsibility not to trespass on private property or to create disturbances (e.g., noise). If there is an easement that provides legal access to off-site areas such as beach access, this shall be indicated on a map and the easement must be clearly marked.
(iii) Emergency numbers and the name and number of a local contact person(s) for the work stay operator.
In addition to the general requirements of CCC 33.48.030, these activities are subject to the following requirements:
Other Farm Dependent Accessory Activities | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size of Parcel | |||||
Less than 3 Acres | 3 – 4.99 Acres | 5 – 9.99 Acres | 10 – 19.99 Acres | 20+ Acres | |
Level of Review | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Conditional Use Permit | Certificate of Compliance | Certificate of Compliance |
(1) Additional Performance Standards.
(a) Frequency. No more than 21 days of activities or events are to be undertaken under this use within a calendar year when those activities have the potential to generate noise, traffic, or other nuisances above uses otherwise allowed in this chapter. This number may be increased through the issuance of a conditional use permit when all other standards are met.
(b) Parking. The owner must designate parking spaces on site capable of providing adequate parking for the proposed use. At least one ADA accessible parking space must be provided, but additional ADA parking may be required, conforming to applicable parking standards.
(c) Environmental Health Services Requirements. The owner must ensure all Clallam County Environmental Health Services Division requirements are met including, but not limited to, requirements for solid waste disposal, sewage disposal, food handling, and water system compliance.
(d) Limited Number of Other Activities. No more than three other activities may be allowed through this section without the issuance of a conditional use permit.
This chapter shall take effect (i.e., the effective date shall be) the date of adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter.