Ilwaco City Zoning Code
PART III
ZONING
§ 15.20.010 Classifications.
For the purpose of this title, the city is divided into nine (9) zoning classifications as follows:
Abbreviated Designation | Zone Classification |
|---|---|
R-1 | Single-family residential |
R-2 | Multifamily residential |
R-3 | Resort residential |
R-4 | Recreation residential |
R-5 | Recreation |
C-1 | Core commercial |
C-2 | Low density commercial |
M-1 | Light industrial |
P | Park |
Overlays | |
PUD | Planned unit development overlay |
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 919 § 5, 2021)
§ 15.22.010 Zoning map.
A.
The boundaries for zones listed in this title are indicated on a map entitled “Zoning Map of the City of Ilwaco, Washington,” a copy of which is on file in the office of the city clerk-treasurer.
B.
The zoning map is adopted by this reference as part of this title.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.26.010 Intent.
The intent of the R-1 district is to provide for a low-density, single-family residential type of development, including new manufactured homes, and to protect the area's single-family residential character.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 680 § 2, 2003)
§ 15.26.020 Allowed uses.
Allowed uses in the R-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.26.030 Conditional uses.
The procedure for applying for a conditional use permit is described in Chapter 15.48.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.26.040 Lot area requirements.
A.
When new lots are created through the subdivision or short subdivision process, minimum lot size is six thousand (6,000) square feet;
B.
For existing lots that are smaller than six thousand (6,000) square feet, buildings may be built on the existing lot if:
1.
All minimum yard requirements (see Section 15.26.050 below) can be met; and
2.
Building height requirements (see Section 15.26.060 below) can be met.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.26.050 Yard requirements.
Minimum yard requirements in the R-1 district are as follows:
A.
Front, fifteen (15) feet from property line;
B.
Rear, five feet from property line;
C.
Side, five feet from property line, except that side yards along flanking side streets (i.e., on corner lots) must be not less than fifteen (15) feet.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.26.060 Building height.
A.
Except as described in subsection B below, no building in the R-1 district may exceed twenty-four (24) feet in height.
B.
Buildings with pitched roofs with a 5"/12” pitch or greater may not exceed twenty-eight (28) feet in height.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.26.065 Manufactured home standards.
A manufactured home must meet the following standards to qualify for use where allowed in areas zoned R-1:
A.
All manufactured homes to be placed in the R-1 use district must be new;
B.
The structure must be anchored to the concrete pad;
C.
The structure must have a full block or concrete foundation around the perimeter;
D.
The structure must have a minimum of one thousand (1,000) square feet living space;
E.
The structure must have a pitched roof and a minimum of sixteen (16)-inch eaves as measured from the exterior facia to the exterior wall;
F.
All utilities shall be underground;
G.
The tongue, wheels and axles must be removed from the structure.
(Ord. 680 § 3, 2003)
§ 15.26.070 Off-street parking requirements.
A.
Off-street parking requirements for all uses in the R-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.46.
B.
Required off-street parking may not be provided in the required front, rear or side yards.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.26.080 Temporary occupancy of nonpermanent equipment.
Parking of small cargo trailers and recreational equipment in the R-1 district, including but not limited to boats, trailers, motorized dwellings, houseboats, horse vans, and the erection of other nonpermanent structures such as tents, are subject to the following limitations: Such equipment may not be used for living, sleeping, or other occupancy when parked or stored on a residential lot, or in any other location not approved for such use, except for temporary occupancy not to exceed fifteen (15) days in any calendar year.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.26.090 Residence during house construction.
Temporary buildings placed on a lot for use during construction of the principal building may remain on the lot for no more than one year. In extenuating circumstances, the property owner may apply to the city for an extension of time that the temporary building may remain.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.26.100 Signs.
Sign requirements for all uses in the R-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.45.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.26.110 Landscaping.
Landscaping requirements for all uses in the R-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.47.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.010 Intent.
The intent of the R-2 district is to provide for duplexes and multifamily dwellings, in addition to single/family dwellings, in areas suitable for higher densities.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.020 Allowed uses.
Allowed uses in the R-2 district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.030 Conditional uses.
The procedure for applying for a conditional use permit is described in Chapter 15.48.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.040 Restricted uses.
Restricted uses in the R-2 district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.050 Lot area requirements.
A.
For duplexes, minimum lot size is seven thousand (7,000) square feet.
B.
For multifamily dwellings, minimum lot size is six thousand (6,000) square feet for the first dwelling unit plus:
1.
One thousand (1,000) square feet for each additional ground floor dwelling unit; and
2.
Five hundred (500) square feet for each additional dwelling unit above ground floor.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.060 Yard requirements.
Minimum yard requirements in the R-2 district are as follows:
A.
Front, fifteen (15) feet from property line;
B.
Rear, five feet from property line;
C.
Side, five feet from property line, except that side yards along flanking side streets (i.e., on corner lots) must be not less than fifteen (15) feet.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.070 Building height.
No building in the R-2 district may exceed thirty-two (32) feet in height.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.080 Off-street parking requirements.
A.
Off-street parking requirements for all uses in the R-2 district are listed in Chapter 15.46.
B.
Required off-street parking may not be provided in the required front, rear or side yards.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.090 Temporary occupancy of nonpermanent structures.
Parking of small cargo trailers and recreational equipment in the R-2 district, including but not limited to boats, trailers, motorized dwellings, houseboats, horse vans, and the erection of other nonpermanent structures such as tents, are subject to the following limitations: Such equipment may not be used for living, sleeping, or other occupancy when parked or stored on a residential lot, or in any other location not approved for such use, except for temporary occupancy not to exceed fifteen (15) days in any calendar year.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.100 Residence during house construction.
Temporary buildings placed on a lot for use during construction of the principal building may remain on the lot for no more than one year. In extenuating circumstances, the property owner may apply to the city for an extension of time that the temporary building may remain.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.110 Signs.
Sign requirements for all uses in the R-2 district are listed in Chapter 15.45.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.28.120 Landscaping.
Landscaping requirements for all uses in the R-2 district are listed in Chapter 15.47.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.29.010 Intent.
The intent of the R-3 district is to provide for a combination of resort and residential district to promote the mix of residential and recreation and tourism industries, and commercial uses consistent with recreation and tourism.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.29.020 Allowed uses.
Allowed uses in the R-3 district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.29.030 Conditional uses.
The procedure for applying for a conditional use permit is described in Chapter 15.48.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.29.040 Lot area requirements.
A.
For single-family residences, minimum lot size is six thousand (6,000) square feet; provided, however, a minimum lot size of three thousand (3,000) square feet is permitted for planned unit and cluster developments, as defined in Section 15.29.047, that dedicate (deed restrict) land area for common use sufficient to result in an average lot size within the plat plus the common area to equal six thousand (6,000) square feet per platted lot.
B.
For multifamily residences, minimum lot size is seven thousand (7,000) square feet for two (2) units, plus one thousand (1,000) square feet for each additional unit. The resulting minimum lot size is the required parcel size divided by the number of units.
C.
For motels and hotels, minimum lot size is six thousand (6,000) square feet for the first dwelling unit plus:
1.
One thousand (1,000) square feet for each additional ground floor dwelling unit; and
2.
Five hundred (500) square feet for each additional dwelling unit above ground floor.
D.
For commercial uses, the minimum lot size is six thousand (6,000) square feet; provided, however, a minimum lot size of three thousand (3,000) square feet is permitted for planned unit and cluster developments, as defined in Section 15.29.047, that dedicate (deed restrict) land area for common use sufficient to result in an average lot size within the plat plus the common area to equal six thousand (6,000) square feet per platted lot.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 791 § 1, 2011)
§ 15.29.047 Planned unit and cluster developments.
A.
Definitions.
1.
“Planned unit development” (PUD)
is defined as a development that adheres to the general intent of the underlying code while allowing variations from specific standards regarding lot sizes and dimensions, setbacks, access and parking to accommodate commercial businesses and community buildings as accessory uses that serve the residential neighborhoods within the development. Integral to the PUD are commonly owned open space areas that preserve large areas of open land and protect environmentally sensitive areas, provide passive recreational areas, buffer adjacent properties and contain neighborhood utility facilities that serve the development. The PUD promotes the concept of environmental, social and economic sustainability through unique design elements that preserve critical areas in common ownership tracts, reduce impervious areas through dense clustering of development and narrow streets, create dedicated trail systems for improved pedestrian circulation and passive recreation, reduce vehicular traffic via mixed neighborhood commercial use within walkable residential areas and improve sense of community with planned community buildings.
2.
“Cluster development”
is defined as a development that adheres to the general intent of the underlying code while allowing variations from specific standards regarding lot sizes and dimensions, setbacks, access and parking to accommodate houses sited on smaller parcels of land, while the additional land that would have been allocated to individual lots is converted to common shared open space for the development’s residents. Integral to cluster developments are commonly owned open space areas that preserve large areas of open land and protect environmentally sensitive areas while permitting residential development at the underlying densities in a manner that reduces the perceived intensity of development and provides privacy to existing homes.
3.
“Improved recreational facilities”
is defined as open, outdoor areas developed specifically for sport or recreation, i.e., tennis and basketball courts, swimming pools, docks, non-motorized trails, golf courses, putting greens, viewpoints and sports fields.
B.
Standards.
1.
The minimum acreage required for a planned unit or cluster development is one (1) acre.
2.
To compensate for decreased lot sizes, planned unit or cluster developments shall set aside common open space that adheres to the conditions specified in subsection C of this section.
3.
The minimum front yard requirements for planned unit and cluster developments may be modified or eliminated. All other yard requirements, including side, rear and building heights, must be adhered to as specified in Sections 15.29.060 and 15.29.070.
C.
Conditions. Common open space requirements are as follows:
1.
The common open spaces may be either naturally vegetated, water features (i.e., ponds, lakes), landscaped or improved recreational facilities. However, no greater than fifty percent (50%) of the required common open space shall be natural vegetation, naturally occurring water features (i.e., ponds, lakes, creeks, streams) or slopes greater than thirty percent (30%).
2.
A permanent legally enforceable provision for the retention and maintenance of the open space shall be provided. Such provision shall determine maintenance responsibilities and a financial plan for their payment. If necessary, the city may create a local improvement district that taxes homeowners in the development in order to enforce this subsection C.
(Ord. 791 § 3, 2011)
§ 15.29.050 Limitations on the development of resort and commercial uses.
A.
There is no limitation on the amount of land to be developed for resort uses.
B.
Commercial uses that are independent and not part of an integrated master plan of a resort shall be limited to a maximum of ten percent (10%) of the developable land area of a contiguous R-3 zoning district.
1.
“Developable land” means land that is other than critical areas land.
2.
“Critical areas land” means land that has been or will be designated as wetlands, fisheries habitat land or geologically hazardous areas and their associated buffers as regulated in Chapter 15.18.
3.
The city planner makes a determination of which lands are developable lands and which lands are critical areas lands based on the best available information such as aerial photographs, wetlands delineation maps and reports, topographic maps and surveys, and other available information. The city planner may conduct independent evaluations if readily available information is lacking or if conflicting information and data exists. The city planner decision can be appealed to the city council.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.29.060 Yard requirements.
A.
Minimum yard requirements in the R-3 district for single/family residents and condominiums are as follows:
1.
Front, fifteen (15) feet from property line;
2.
Rear, five feet from property line;
3.
Side, five feet from property line, except that side yards along flanking side streets (i.e., on corner lots) must be not less than fifteen (15) feet.
B.
Minimum yard requirements in the R-3 district are as follows:
1.
Front, fifteen (15) feet from property line;
2.
Rear, five feet from property line;
3.
Side, five feet from property line, except that side yards along flanking side streets (i.e., on corner lots) must be not less than fifteen (15) feet.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.29.070 Building height.
A.
No residential building in the R-3 district may exceed thirty-two (32) feet in height.
B.
No commercial building in the R-3 district may exceed forty (40) feet in height.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.29.080 Off-street parking requirements.
A.
Off-street parking requirements for all uses in the R-3 district are listed in Chapter 15.46.
B.
Required off-street parking may not be provided in the required front, rear or side yards.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.29.090 Temporary occupancy of nonpermanent equipment.
Parking of small cargo trailers and recreational equipment in the R-3 district, including but not limited to boats, trailers, motorized dwellings, houseboats, horse vans, and the erection of other nonpermanent structures such as tents, are subject to the following limitations: Such equipment may not be used for living, sleeping, or other occupancy when parked or stored on a residential lot, or in any other location not approved for such use, except for temporary occupancy not to exceed fifteen (15) days in any calendar year.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.29.100 Signs.
Sign requirements for all uses in the R-3 district are listed in Chapter 15.45.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.29.110 Landscaping.
Landscaping requirements for all uses in the R-3 district are listed in Chapter 15.47.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.010 Intent.
The intent of the R-4 district is to be primarily residential, with recreation and commercial uses that are compatible with a residential area and do not infringe upon residential livability.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.020 Allowed uses.
Allowed uses in the R-4 district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.030 Conditional uses.
The procedure for applying for a conditional use permit is described in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.040 Lot area requirements.
A.
For duplexes, minimum lot size is seven thousand (7,000) square feet.
B.
For multifamily dwellings, minimum lot size is six thousand (6,000) square feet for the first dwelling unit plus:
1.
One thousand (1,000) square feet for each additional ground floor dwelling unit; and
2.
Five hundred (500) square feet for each additional dwelling unit above ground floor.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.050 Yard requirements.
Minimum yard requirements in the R-4 district are as follows:
A.
Front, fifteen (15) feet from property line;
B.
Rear, five feet from property line;
C.
Side, five feet from property line, except that side yards along flanking side streets (i.e., on corner lots) must be not less than fifteen (15) feet.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.060 Building height.
No building in the R-4 district may exceed thirty-two (32) feet in height.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.070 Off-street parking requirements.
A.
Off-street parking requirements for all uses in the R-4 district are listed in Chapter 15.46.
B.
Required off-street parking may not be provided in the required front, rear, or side yards.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.080 Temporary occupancy of nonpermanent structures.
Parking of small cargo trailers and recreational equipment in the R-4 district, including but not limited to boats, trailers, motorized dwellings, houseboats, horse vans, and the erection of other nonpermanent structures such as tents, are subject to the following limitations: Such equipment may not be used for living, sleeping, or other occupancy when parked or stored on a residential lot, or in any other location not approved for such use, except for temporary occupancy not to exceed fifteen (15) days in any calendar year.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.090 Residence during house construction.
Temporary buildings placed on a lot for use during construction of the principal building may remain on the lot for no more than one year. In extenuating circumstances, the property owner may apply to the city for an extension of time that the temporary building may remain.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.100 Signs.
Sign requirements for all uses in the R-4 district are listed in Chapter 15.45.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.30.110 Landscaping.
Landscaping requirements for all uses in the R-4 district are listed in Chapter 15.47.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.31.010 Intent.
The intent of the R-5 district is to provide for temporary housing of recreational vehicles, campers, trailers, motorhomes, and other vehicles; provide recreational facilities such as swimming pools, volleyball courts, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, golf courses, horseback riding trails, jogging trails, bicycle trails and other recreational facilities.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.31.020 Allowed uses.
Allowed uses in the R-5 district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.31.030 Conditional uses.
The procedure for applying for a conditional use permit is described in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.31.040 Lot area requirements.
Minimum lot area is five acres.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.31.050 Yard requirements.
Minimum yard requirements in the R-5 district are as follows:
A.
Front, twenty (20) feet from property line;
B.
Rear, ten (10) feet from property line;
C.
Side, fifteen (15) feet from property line, except that side yards along flanking side streets (i.e., on corner lots) must be not less than twenty (20) feet.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.31.060 Building height.
No building in the R-5 district may exceed twenty-eight (28) feet in height.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.31.070 Off-street parking requirements.
A.
Off-street parking requirements for all uses in the R-5 district are listed in Chapter 15.46.
B.
Required off-street parking may not be provided in the required front, rear or side yards.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.31.080 Temporary occupancy of nonpermanent structures.
Parking of small cargo trailers and recreational equipment in the R-5 district, including but not limited to boats, trailers, motorized dwellings, houseboats, horse vans, and the erection of other nonpermanent structures such as tents, are subject to the following limitations: Such equipment may not be used for living, sleeping, or other occupancy when parked or stored on a residential lot, or in any other location not approved for such use, except for temporary occupancy not to exceed fifteen (15) days in any calendar year.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.31.090 Signs.
Sign requirements for all uses in the R-5 district are listed in Chapter 15.45.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.31.100 Landscaping.
Landscaping requirements for all uses in the R-5 district are listed in Chapter 15.47.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.32.010 Intent.
The core commercial district is intended to provide for a mix of residential and commercial uses. Commercial uses serve the needs of local residents as well as visitors in a pedestrian-oriented neighborhood. Development is encouraged that will provide compatibility between different uses and facilitates future conversion from one use to another.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.020 Allowed uses.
Allowed uses in the C-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.030 Conditional uses.
The procedure for applying for a conditional use permit is described in Chapter 15.48.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.040 Yard requirements.
There are no minimum yard requirements in the C-1 district.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.050 Lot area requirements.
A.
Minimum lot area is five thousand (5,000) square feet.
B.
For existing lots that are smaller than five thousand (5,000) square feet, buildings may be built on the existing lot so long as all other requirements have been met.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.060 Building height.
No building in the C-1 district may exceed forty (40) feet in height.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.070 Parking requirements.
Off-street parking requirements for all uses in the C-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.46.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.080 Signs.
Sign requirements for all uses in the C-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.45.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.090 Landscaping.
Landscaping requirements for all uses in the C-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.47.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.100 Merchandise storage.
All merchandise of a business must be stored inside a building.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.110 Allowed light manufacturing must have retail outlet.
Any light manufacturing use that is allowed in the C-1 district (see Chapter 15.44) must have a retail outlet in the same building.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.120 Dwelling units.
Each dwelling unit must be at least three hundred (300) square feet and have a dedicated bathroom with tub and/or shower, toilet, and sink. One hundred percent (100%) of the front-facing facade must be maintained for commercial purposes and the ground floor must utilize at least fifty percent (50%) for commercial purposes. Smoke detectors shall be hardwired together between commercial and residential areas. Residential dwelling area must have a separate ingress/egress for emergency purposes.
(Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.32.130 Residential uses in commercial buildings.
Commercial, office and other nonresidential uses must make up one hundred percent (100%) of a mixed-use structure’s street frontage. Residential uses may be permitted on the ground floor behind the street frontage area, or above the ground floor commercial use.
(Ord. 954 § 1 (Exh. A), 2024)
§ 15.33.010 Intent.
The intent of the C-2 district is to provide for less dense commercial development than that in the C-1 district.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.33.020 Allowed uses.
Allowed uses in the C-2 district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.33.030 Conditional uses.
The procedure for applying for a conditional use permit is described in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.33.040 Yard requirements.
Minimum yard requirements in the C-2 district are as follows:
A.
Front, fifteen (15) feet from property line;
B.
Rear, five feet from property line;
C.
Side, five feet from property line, except that side yards along flanking side streets (i.e., on corner lots) must be not less than fifteen (15) feet.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.33.050 Building height.
No building in the C-2 district may exceed forty (40) feet in height.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.33.060 Parking requirements.
Off-street parking requirements for all uses in the C-2 district are listed in Chapter 15.46.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.33.070 Signs.
Sign requirements for all uses in the C-2 district are listed in Chapter 15.45.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.33.080 Landscaping.
Landscaping requirements for all uses in the C-2 district are listed in Chapter 15.47.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.33.090 Allowed light manufacturing must have retail outlet.
Any light manufacturing use that is allowed in the C-2 district (see Chapter 15.44) must have a retail outlet in the same building.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.33.100 Residential uses in commercial buildings.
Commercial, office and other nonresidential uses must make up one hundred percent (100%) of a mixed-use structure’s street frontage. Residential uses may be permitted on the ground floor behind the street frontage area, or above the ground floor commercial use.
(Ord. 954 § 1 (Exh. A), 2024)
§ 15.36.010 Intent.
The light industrial district provides areas for light industrial uses and services requiring outdoor yards for storage or sales. Allowed uses generally do not have exterior nuisance factors such as noise, glare and industrial wastes. Buffers from other land uses or roadways may be required to result in less friction with other uses.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.36.020 Allowed uses.
Allowed uses in the M-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.36.030 Conditional uses.
The procedure for applying for a conditional use permit is described in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.36.040 Yard requirements.
Minimum yard requirements in the M-1 district are as follows:
A.
Front, fifteen (15) feet from property line;
B.
Rear, five feet from property line;
C.
Side, five feet from property line, except that side yards along flanking side streets (i.e., on corner lots) must be not less than fifteen (15) feet.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.36.050 Building height.
No building in the M-1 district may exceed forty (40) feet in height.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.36.060 Parking requirements.
Off-street parking requirements for all uses in the M-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.46.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.36.070 Buffer requirements.
A.
Where M-1 districts are adjacent to any residential zone, screening ten (10) feet wide is required to effectively buffer and screen the light industrial use from immediate adjoining properties.
B.
The screening may consist of a continuous fence, wall, evergreen hedge, landscape planting, or combination of any of the above and must be maintained in good condition.
C.
In cases where the physical characteristics of the parcel or surrounding parcels make actual screening from adjoining properties impossible or unreasonable, this requirement may be completely or partially waived by the city council after public hearing and review as required by variance process.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.36.080 Signs.
Sign requirements for all uses in the M-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.45.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.36.090 Landscaping.
Landscaping requirements for all uses in the M-1 district are listed in Chapter 15.47.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.37.010 Intent.
The park district is intended to create and protect natural and landscaped open space that is set aside for public outdoor education and recreation for city residents and visitors. Any permanent structures must be owned and controlled by the city for the purpose of enhancing recreation opportunities.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.37.020 Allowed uses.
Allowed uses in the park district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.37.030 Conditional uses.
Conditional uses in the park district are listed in Chapter 15.44.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.40.020 Purpose.
The intent of the PUD regulations is to permit greater flexibility and, consequently, more creative and imaginative design as required for the development within the R-1 single-family residential, R-2 multifamily residential, R-3 resort residential district and R-4 recreational residential district areas than generally is possible under conventional zoning regulations. It is further intended to promote more economical and efficient use of the land, while providing a development which is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood, a harmonious variety of housing choices, a higher level of urban amenities, and preservation of natural topography, unique geological features and open space. It is also intended to encourage the provision of more usable and suitably located recreation facilities and other public and common facilities than would otherwise be provided under conventional land development procedures.
Additionally, it is the purpose of this chapter to enable clustering of development in order to preserve significant wildlife habitat and take the greatest possible advantage of existing topography and other natural features to promote environmental and aesthetic goals by optimizing siting, orientation, layout and design of structures to protect natural vegetation, wetlands, drainage areas, steep slopes and other natural features.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.40.040 General requirements.
A.
Land Use Districts. Planned unit development may be permitted in R-1 single/family residential, R-2 multifamily residential, R-3 resort residential district and R-4 recreational residential zoning districts.
B.
Minimum Site Area. The minimum site area for all permitted zoning districts is five acres.
C.
Permitted Uses. Permitted uses are as follows:
1.
R-1 single/family residential zoning district. All permitted uses in the R-1 zoning district;
2.
R-2 multifamily residential zoning district. All permitted uses in the R-2 zoning district;
3.
R-3 resort residential district. All permitted uses in the R-3 zoning district;
4.
R-4 recreational residential district. All permitted uses in the R-4 zoning district;
5.
Accessory uses. Accessory uses to permitted uses in R-1, R-2, R-3 and R-4 zoning districts;
6.
Conditional uses. The procedure for applying for a conditional use permit is described in Chapter 15.48.
D.
Density. A minimum of twenty-five (25) percent of the land shall be set aside for public open space, trails, wetlands, steep slopes, recreational areas, parks, and other public uses. Additional land shall be set aside for road and utilities right-of-ways, bikeways, pedestrian walkways and parking areas. The density requirements of the underlying use district shall apply to the net developable land after subtracting the land dedication requirements listed above.
E.
Bonus Density. The number of dwelling units permitted in planned unit developments may be increased above the maximum number of dwelling units permitted with the underlying zone by taking advantage of the bonus density allowances provided in this section. In no event shall the bonus density exceed twenty-five (25) percent over the density allowed in the underlying zone. The maximum number of dwelling units permitted within the underlying zone shall be computed by dividing the net developable land dedicated to residential use in the PUD area by the minimum lot size per unit required in the underlying zone. Eligibility to obtain bonus density is based upon site plan review and approval by the city Planner. Bonus densities are intended to provide the incentive to encourage additional amenities or preserve valuable natural or cultural features. By inclusion of the following amenities in the project design, the assigned bonus densities may be granted by the city planner if after evaluation it is determined that the design features meet the expectations and intentions included in this section, and that an appropriate private agreement, covenant, or other mechanism is in place to guarantee that the facilities mentioned below are properly maintained:
1.
Open Space. Up to ten (10) percent bonus density may be granted if at least ten (10) percent of the PUD area is in natural open space.
2.
Recreational Facilities. Up to twenty-five (25) percent bonus density may be granted if at least ten (10) percent of the gross PUD area is open space developed with recreational facilities such as, but not limited to, improved trails, landscaped open areas, swimming or wading pools, tennis courts, playground equipment, baseball or soccer fields.
3.
Community Center. Up to fifteen (15) percent bonus density may be granted if a community center is incorporated in the project design.
4.
Public Transit. Up to five percent bonus density may be granted if public transit facilities are provided such as lighted shelters, waiting/loading facilities including benches.
5.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Trails. Up to ten (10) percent bonus density may be granted if an internal bike and pedestrian trail system separated from auto traffic is incorporated into the project design.
F.
Platting Requirements. When any parcel of land in a PUD is intended for individual ownership or sale, the platting and procedural requirements of the Ilwaco subdivision ordinance and applicable state laws pertaining to the subdivision and conveyancing of land and the preparation of maps shall be followed. Applications for preliminary or short plat approval should be submitted simultaneously, and processed concurrently, with applications for PUD approval.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.40.060 Preliminary approval process.
A.
Presubmission Conference. Prior to making application, the developer shall meet with the site plan review committee for an initial discussion of the proposal. A site plan review committee is composed of the mayor, the city planner, the public utilities director, the city clerk/treasurer, the chairperson of the planning commission and the city council person appointed to attend to planning matters. The mayor is the chairperson of the site plan review committee.
1.
Application for Presubmission Conference. Prior to the submission of the preliminary development plan the developer or their representative shall present to the site plan review committee preliminary studies or conceptual sketches which contain in a rough and approximate manner all of the information required on the PUD application. The purpose of the preliminary site plan review is to enable the developer presenting the plan to obtain the advice of the site plan review committee as to the intent, standards and provisions of this chapter.
2.
Meeting. At the conference the site plan review committee shall make available all pertinent information as may be on file relating to the general area. It is the purpose of this conference to eliminate as many potential problems as possible in order for the preliminary development plan to be processed without delay or undue expense. The conference should take place prior to detailed work by an engineer or surveyor. Discussion topics at this time would include such things as:
a.
The comprehensive plan;
b.
The street plan (six year TIP);
c.
The shoreline master plan[1];
[1]
Editor's Note: The Shoreline master program is included as an attachment to this title.
d.
Zoning ordinance;
e.
Availability of sewer and water, or need for utility oversizing;
f.
Storm drainage and erosion control;
g.
Latecomer charges;
h.
Features of the development, and the rationale behind them;
i.
Sidewalk requirements;
j.
Bike paths;
k.
Bus stops;
l.
Phasing of off-site requirements such as sidewalks, street lights, traffic control devices, utilities or improvement of adjacent streets;
m.
The environmental impact of the development;
n.
Design concepts (architectural goals and themes);
o.
Other city requirements and permits;
p.
If the applicant owns adjacent land, the possibilities of future development shall be discussed;
q.
Process and timelines.
3.
Site Plan Review Committee Comments. At the presubmission conference the site plan review committee will furnish to the developer comments on how the proposed development conforms to city policies and regulations, and the committee’s requirements for development approval. The site plan review committee’s comments shall be directly proportional to the information provided by the applicant.
4.
Change in Development Requirements. The site plan review committee shall have the right to change its development requirements if changes are necessitated by:
a.
Changes to the plans and information provided by the applicant at the presubmission conference; or
b.
New policies or regulations adopted by the city council subsequent to the presubmission conference.
B.
Application For Preliminary Approval. An application for a PUD may be filed only by a person having a legal interest in the property.
1.
City Review of Preliminary Application. The applicant shall complete a PUD application and environmental checklist, together with preliminary development plans and other required supplementary material, and shall submit an accurate and to scale electronic or paper copy of each to the city. The city planner shall assign the application a permanent file number. The city shall inform the applicant within thirty (30) working days of the date of receipt of the application of any deficiencies found in the PUD/preliminary development plan application. The city planner shall return the application to the applicant if it is deemed incomplete or inaccurate. Resubmittals with the necessary information to make the application complete must be submitted within six months of original ruling.
2.
SEPA Compliance. Each and every PUD application submitted to the city shall comply with the city’s adopted regulations of compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act, Chapter 43.21C RCW.
3.
Accuracy of the Preliminary Development Plan. Accuracy for all data and information submitted on or with a preliminary development plan shall be the responsibility of the applicant. Any proposed plan found to be inaccurate or misleading as to hamper the decision of the city council shall be returned to the applicant with a letter stating that the plan or application must be corrected and returned to the city.
4.
Application for Preliminary Approval. An application for preliminary approval shall include the following minimum text information:
a.
Name, address, zip code and telephone number of applicant;
b.
The names, addresses, zip codes and telephone numbers of all persons who have a real or possessory interest in the subject property;
c.
The names and addresses of all property owners within three hundred (300) feet of the site;
d.
The legal description of the subject property;
e.
The existing zoning on the subject property;
f.
The acreage contained within the proposed PUD, the number of lots and dwelling units being proposed, and the number of lots and dwelling units per acre of land;
g.
The average lot size and the size of the smallest proposed lot;
h.
The type of dwelling units proposed;
i.
The acreage of open space (including a separate figure for usable open space) to be contained in the PUD and the percentage it represents of the total area;
j.
The proposed method of insuring permanent retention and maintenance of open space areas;
k.
The road lineage, and acreage of road area and percentage it represents of the total land area;
l.
The location and square footage of nonresidential construction by use type;
m.
The proposed building and development coverages;
n.
The source of water supply;
o.
The method of sewage disposal, to include the name of sewer operator, if any;
p.
Applicable school district;
q.
The means by which the proposed PUD meets the objectives of Section 15.40.020. Purpose, including a description of the unique or innovative features of the proposed development, and the rationale behind the assumptions and choices made by the applicant. If there are variations from the development standards of the underlying district, the rationale for such variations shall be discussed;
r.
A development schedule indicating the approximate date when construction of the PUD or stages of the PUD can be expected to begin and be completed;
s.
The applicant’s intentions with regard to the proposed ownership of land areas and dwelling units within the PUD, both during and after construction.
5.
Content of the Preliminary Development Plan. A preliminary development plan including any maps and technical reports necessary to show the major details of the proposed PUD, must contain the following minimum map information:
a.
The boundary lines of the subject property, scale and north arrow;
b.
Existing site conditions including water courses, wetland areas, floodplains, unique natural features, forest cover and elevation contours of sufficient intervals to indicate the topography of the entire tract for a sufficient distance beyond the boundaries of the proposed development as follows:
i.
Up to five percent slopes, two foot contours,
ii.
Five percent and over slopes, five foot contours (Note: All contours shall be referenced to mean sea level);
c.
Proposed lot lines;
d.
The locations, dimensions and identification of all existing and proposed buildings, structures and other improvements including heights, types of uses, and density per residential structure. If the design of the project involves variations from the permitted uses, minimum lot width, minimum lot size, minimum setback or maximum height requirement of the underlying zone, as provided for in Section 15.40.120B, the application must identify the location of a representative proposed building in relation to all lot lines and must provide representative proposed building elevations;
e.
The location and square footage of all areas to be conveyed, dedicated or reserved as common open spaces, public parks, recreational areas, school sites, and similar public and semipublic uses;
f.
The existing and proposed circulation system of arterial, collector and local streets, including off-street parking areas, service areas, loading areas and major points of access to public rights-of-way (including major points of ingress and egress to the development). Notations of proposed ownership (public or private) shall be included where appropriate;
g.
Existing and proposed sidewalks and trails;
h.
Existing and proposed sanitary sewers, storm drainage facilities and water lines;
i.
Enough information on land areas adjacent to the proposed PUD to indicate the relationships between the proposed development and that which is existing and proposed in adjacent areas, including land uses, existing structures, ownership tracts, streets and unique natural features of the landscape;
j.
Landscaping and open space improvements plans;
k.
The proposed treatment of the perimeter of the PUD, including materials and techniques used such as screens, fences and walls;
l.
A vicinity map showing the location of the site and its relationship to surrounding areas, including existing streets, driveways, major physiographic features such as railroads, lakes, streams, shorelines, schools, parks or other prominent features;
m.
Any additional information as required by the site plan review committee necessary to evaluate the character and impact of the proposed PUD (e.g., soils, geology, hydrology or groundwater);
n.
Proposed site elevations after development.
C.
City Planner. A preliminary PUD shall be submitted to the city planner with an application for PUD approval for review and recommendation to the city council. Prior to the approval of a preliminary PUD application, the city planner shall hold a public hearing thereon, and notices thereof shall be given. The city planner shall not recommend approval of a PUD unless it determines that such plan complies with the development policies of the comprehensive plan, the requirements of the Ilwaco zoning ordinance, the purposes of Section 15.40.020, Purpose, and the provisions of this chapter. The city planner may recommend terms and conditions of approval, and further public review of additional information and analyses in order to insure such compliance. The city planner shall forward a recommendation to the city council.
D.
City Council. The council shall schedule a public hearing to hear from the public and to consider the city planner recommendation. The city council may:
1.
Remand the matter back to the city planner for further review;
2.
Continue to a future date to allow for additional staff analysis desired by the council;
3.
Deny the PUD application;
4.
Modify the city planner’s recommendation based on applicable criteria and adopt their own findings and conclusions and approve the PUD; or
5.
Adopt the findings of the city planner and accept the recommendation, findings and conclusion of the city planner as their own.
An approved PUD, or subsequent revision thereto, shall be binding as to the general intent and apportionment of land for buildings, stipulated use and circulation pattern. The terms and conditions upon which approval was given shall not be changed except as provided in Section 15.40.120B, Minor and Major Adjustments of the Final Plan.
E.
Permits.
1.
Engineering Permits. Engineering permits may be issued for development within a PUD prior to the approval of the final PUD, provided that:
a.
The improvements will be consistent with the approved preliminary PUD;
b.
The city planner has reviewed the application and determined that the improvements are to be constructed in conformance with applicable Ilwaco Municipal Code and city development standards;
c.
All required improvements have been completed or arrangements or contracts have been entered into to guarantee that such required improvements will be completed for the phase of the project involved;
d.
Partial or complete construction of improvements shall not relieve the developer from, nor impair city enforcement of, conditions of preliminary PUD approval.
2.
Building Permits. Building permits may be issued for any structure within a PUD prior to the approval of the final PUD; provided, that:
a.
The construction will be consistent with the approved preliminary PUD.
b.
The building permit application must identify the location and dimensions of the proposed building in relation to all lot lines for the site and must provide proposed building elevations.
c.
No vertical construction may take place until the necessary fire flow and emergency vehicle access have been provided to the building(s).
d.
All required improvements have been completed or arrangements or contracts have been entered into to guarantee that such required improvements will be completed for the phase of the project involved.
e.
Partial or complete construction of structures shall not relieve the developer from, nor impair city enforcement of, conditions of PUD approval.
f.
Units may not be rented or sold until final PUD approval.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 954 § 1 (Exh. A), 2024)
§ 15.40.080 Final PUD approval.
A.
Application. Application for final PUD approval:
1.
Platted Portion of the PUD. For any portion of the PUD which is to be platted, approval of the final plat shall constitute final development plan approval for the platted portion of the PUD. Application requirements shall be as provided formal plat approval under city ordinance.
2.
PUD Not Platted. For any portion of the PUD which is not to be platted, approval of a binding site plan shall constitute final development plan approval. The site plan review committee may attach terms and conditions to the approval of the site plan if necessary to insure compliance with the preliminary PUD.
B.
City Council. Within three years of the date of the preliminary PUD approval, the applicant shall submit a final PUD for the proposed development for approval by the city council. After finding that the final PUD has been completed in accordance with the provisions of the approved preliminary PUD, and that all required improvements have been completed or that arrangements or contracts have been entered into to guarantee that such required improvements will be completed, and that the interests of the city are fully protected, the city council shall approve the final PUD, accepting the dedications and easements which are included thereon. The final PUD shall consist of a final plat, binding site plan, or any combination thereof. The approved final PUD shall constitute a limitation on the use and design of the site.
C.
Phasing. If a proposed PUD is to be developed in phases, the project as a whole shall be portrayed on the preliminary PUD, and each phase shall individually receive final development plan review and approval according to the procedures established in this chapter. Those portions of the PUD which have received preliminary approval but which have not yet received final approval shall be subject to the provisions of Section 15.40.100, Expirations and Extensions.
D.
Rezone. A PUD resulting from the application of the provisions of this chapter shall be made a part of the zoning map and identified thereon by reference to the appropriate ordinance and case file numbers.
Once the development plan receives final site plan approval, all persons and parties, their successors, heirs or assigns, who own, have or will have by virtue of purchase, inheritance or assignment, any interest in the real property within the PUD, shall be bound by the conditions attending the approval of the development and the provisions of this title.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.40.100 Expirations and extensions.
A.
Expiration of PUD Approval. If a final PUD is not approved within three years from the date of preliminary PUD approval, and an extension of time has not been granted, the preliminary PUD approval shall expire and the land and the structures thereon shall be used only for a lawful purpose permissible within the underlying zone.
B.
PUD Approval Extension. Knowledge of expiration date and initiation of a request for extension of approval time is the responsibility of the applicant. The city shall not be held accountable for notification of expirations. All requests for an extension of time must be submitted to the city at least thirty (30) days prior to expiration of preliminary PUD approval. The city shall schedule the request for extension for public hearing before the city council upon such notice and in accordance with the PUD preliminary approval procedures of this chapter. In no case shall an extension be granted for more than three years at a time. If an extension of time is approved, the PUD shall be subject to all new and amended regulations, requirements, policies or standards which are adopted after the original date of approval unless there has been substantial on-site work completed.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.40.120 Administration and enforcement.
A.
Building Permit. Building permits and other permits required for the construction or development of property under the provisions of this chapter shall be issued only when the work to be performed meets the requirements of the final plan and program elements of the PUD, except as provided in Section 15.40.060E.
B.
Minor and Major Adjustments of the Final Plan.
1.
Minor Adjustments. Minor adjustments may be made and approved when a building permit is issued. Any such alteration must be approved by the city planner. Minor adjustments are those which may affect the precise dimensions or siting of buildings (i.e., lot coverage, height, setbacks), but which do not affect the basic character or arrangement and number of buildings approved in the preliminary or final plan, nor the density of the development or the amount and quality of open space and landscaping. Such dimensional adjustments shall not vary more than ten (10) percent from the original, nor shall they permit development which would conflict with Section 15.40.140. The applicant shall submit five copies of a revised or adjusted final development plan of the applicable portion(s) of the PUD to the city for the completion of its files.
2.
Major Adjustments. Major adjustments are those which substantially change the character, basic design, density, open space or other requirements and conditions of the PUD. When a change constitutes a major adjustment, no building or other permit shall be issued without prior review of such adjustment by the city planner and approval by the city council.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.40.140 Development and design standards.
A.
General Criteria.
1.
Application of City Ordinances. All requirements of the underlying use district and other city ordinances, including but not limited to drainage design and erosion control shall apply within the PUD unless specifically modified pursuant to the provisions of this chapter. The applicable goals and policies contained within the comprehensive plan shall be applied.
2.
Approval Criteria. Any action to approve a preliminary development plan for a proposed PUD shall be based upon the following findings:
a.
That the proposed development is in conformance with the comprehensive plan;
b.
That exceptions from the standards of the underlying district are warranted by the design and amenities incorporated in the development plan and program;
c.
That the system of ownership and means of developing, preserving and maintaining open space are suitable, as provided in Section 15.40.140D.
3.
Clustering Requirement. The city may require the proposed development to be clustered on a portion of the site in order to preserve significant wildlife habitat.
4.
Plat as Part of PUD. If a plat is involved, the city shall issue no building permit for vertical construction for a multifamily structure in a PUD until final plat approval has been granted for the single/family lots in the PUD, if any. If the PUD is to be built in phases, this requirement shall apply to the development in each phase.
B.
Minimum Lot Size. The planning commission may allow lot sizes to be reduced (provided that the applicable setback requirements are met) to enable creation of common open space or allow preservation of significant wildlife habitat areas.
C.
Maximum Coverage. Building coverage and development coverage of individual parcels may exceed the percentage permitted by the underlying zone, provided that the overall coverage of the project as a whole does not exceed the percentage permitted by the underlying zone.
D.
Open Space.
1.
Common Open Space. Common open space, if any, may contain such structures and improvements as are necessary and appropriate for the out-of-doors enjoyment.
2.
Bond Requirement. The developer shall provide a bond or other assurance acceptable to the city council that any improvements made in the common open space will be completed. The city shall release the bond or other assurance when the improvements have been completed in accordance with the development plan.
3.
Property Ownership Documents. Before approval of the final development plan may be granted, the developer shall submit to the city covenants, deeds and/or homeowners’ association bylaws and other documents guaranteeing maintenance, construction, common fee ownership, if applicable, of open space, community facilities, stormwater facilities, private roads and drives, and all other commonly owned and operated property. These documents shall be reviewed and approved by the city to insure that they comply with the requirements of this chapter prior to approval of the final development plan by the city. Such documents and conveyances shall be accomplished and be recorded, as applicable, with the county auditor as a condition of any final development plan approval.
4.
Landscaping Requirements. All common open space shall be landscaped in accordance with the landscaping plan submitted by the applicant and approved by the city. Natural landscape features which are to be preserved, such as existing trees, drainage ways, rock outcroppings, etc., may be accepted as part of the landscaping plan.
5.
Common Use Open Space. That portion of the open space which is to be available for the common use of the residents of the PUD shall be either:
a.
Conveyed to a public agency which will agree to maintain the common open space and any buildings, structures or improvements which have been placed on it; or
b.
Owned in common by the property owners within the PUD or a homeowners’ association.
E.
Perimeter Treatment.
1.
Relationship of PUD Site to Adjacent Area. The design of a PUD shall take into account the relationship of the site to the surrounding areas. The perimeter of the PUD shall be so designed as to minimize undesirable impact of the PUD on adjacent properties and, conversely, to minimize undesirable impact of adjacent land use and development characteristics on the PUD.
2.
Structures Setbacks. Structures located on the perimeter of the development shall be set back in accordance with the front yard setback of the underlying zone.
F.
Nonresidential Uses,
1.
Conditional Uses. Uses permitted by conditional use permit in the underlying zone shall conform to standards as provided in Chapter 15.48, Conditional Uses.
2.
Permitted Uses. Permitted uses shall conform to the standards of that use district, and to the following additional requirements:
a.
Occupancy permits for such uses shall not be issued until completion of one-half of the total dwelling units.
b.
Screening and landscaping shall be provided adequate to protect all neighboring uses from potential adverse effects.
c.
All sides of the proposed buildings shall be finished in a style which is harmonious with the development as a whole and with neighboring uses.
3.
Accessory Uses. Accessory uses such as storage of boats, campers and recreational vehicles shall be permitted only if visual screening is provided. This same provision shall apply to garbage storage, recycling and collection areas.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.40.150 Costs to be borne by the applicant.
Upon receipt of an application for a PUD, the city shall set the preliminary fee for the PUD. The estimated fee shall be based on the city’s best estimate of the cost for the review of the preliminary application, the final application, an environmental check list, and if necessary, the preparation of an environmental impact statement (EIS), advertising costs, legal fees, professional services and city staff time, and all other costs the city might incur in reviewing the application. The estimated cost shall be paid by the applicant and placed in a trust fund. The preliminary fee shall be not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) and not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000.00).
After the preliminary fee is expended, all additional costs will be billed to the applicant monthly. The fees are to be paid within thirty (30) days of the billing. Nonpayment will result in immediate cessation of city review of the proposed PUD. Failure to pay the fees within sixty (60) days will result in forfeiture of the application. No building permits will be issued until all costs of the PUD review are paid. Any estimated fees left unused shall be refunded to the applicant.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.41.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to establish regulations for the siting and operation of vacation rentals in all zoning districts.
(Ord. 867 § 3 (part), 2016; Ord. 921 § 1, 2021)
§ 15.41.020 General standards.
A.
Subject to the requirements in this chapter, vacation rentals are allowed as a primary permitted use within the following zoning districts: R-3, R-4, R-5, C-1, C-2, and M-1; provided, that vacation rentals located within the C-1 and C-2 zoning districts shall only be permitted behind or above a commercial storefront and shall not be allowed along the front facade on the ground floor of a structure. When an existing residential structure is located within the C-1 or C-2 zoning district, the entirety of the structure may be utilized as a vacation rental.
B.
Vacation rentals are prohibited within the R-1 and R-2 zoning districts.
C.
Vacation rentals shall meet all applicable requirements of the zoning district to the satisfaction of the Ilwaco planning department and fire marshal.
D.
Except in the C-1 zoning district, one (1) off-street parking space shall be provided for each bedroom in the vacation rental, but in no event shall fewer than two (2) spaces be provided.
(Ord. 867 § 3 (part), 2016; Ord. 921 § 1, 2021; Ord. 954 § 1 (Exh. A), 2024)
§ 15.41.030 Conditions.
A.
The maximum number of occupants over the age of three (3) allowed per dwelling unit shall not exceed two (2) occupants plus three (3) times the number of bedrooms in zoning district R-3 or two (2) times the number of bedrooms in zoning districts R-4, R-5, C-1, C-2, and M-1.
1.
The number of available bedrooms shall be determined by the fire marshal as part of the annual fire safety inspection.
2.
All bedrooms must have means of egress.
B.
A city business license is required per Chapter 5.04, and all transient occupancy tax (Chapter 3.24), sales and use tax (Chapter 3.16), and business and occupation tax (Chapter 3.18) provisions apply.
C.
The property owner shall be responsible for the following:
1.
Ensuring that weekly solid waste collection is provided during all months that a vacation rental is used for short-term rental occupancy. Weekly solid waste collection shall not be on the basis of as-needed service, but ongoing weekly solid waste service even when the unit might be unoccupied. Vacation rental units located within a clustered development may utilize a shared solid waste collection facility.
2.
Providing an operating “land line” telephone in the unit for emergency notifications.
3.
Conspicuously posting and maintaining the following information inside the vacation rental:
a.
A copy of the property owner’s business license.
b.
The vacation rental’s maximum occupancy.
c.
Location of assigned off-street parking, if applicable.
d.
Documentation of annual fire safety inspection signed by the Ilwaco fire marshal.
e.
Relevant public notices issued from the fire marshal regarding fireworks.
f.
Twenty-four (24) hour contact information for the property owner or local representative.
g.
A copy of the official Pacific County Emergency Management tsunami evacuation route map.
h.
An operable National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration weather alert radio.
i.
Renter responsibilities, which shall at minimum include:
i.
Do not trespass on private property.
ii.
Do not litter.
iii.
Do not create a noise disturbance.
D.
Where a provision of this section conflicts with a clearly identifiable and defined provision of a lawful and recorded restrictive covenant, the more restrictive provision shall apply; provided, that the city does not enforce restrictive covenants.
E.
An informational sign must be posted conspicuously inside the vacation rental.
(Ord. 867 § 3 (part), 2016; Ord. 921 § 1, 2021)
§ 15.41.040 Violations.
Each violation will be punished by a fine of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per violation, not to exceed a fine of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per day that violations occur. Violations of this chapter shall be subject to the general penalty provisions in Chapter 1.20.
(Ord. 867 § 3 (part), 2016; Ord. 921 § 1, 2021; Ord. 959 § 9, 2025)
§ 15.44.010 Interpretation of land use table.
A.
The land use table below determines whether a specific use is allowed in a zoning district. The zoning district is located on the column and the specific use is located on the row of the table.
B.
Allowed Uses. If the letter “A” appears in the box at the intersection of the column and the row, the use is allowed in that district subject to the review procedures and general requirements specified in this title. Uses in zones where no “A” for allowed use has been indicated are not allowed. However, the applicant may apply for a conditional use permit as described in Chapter 15.48.
C.
Zone district abbreviations are as follows:
1. | R-1 | Single-family residential |
2. | R-2 | Multifamily residential |
3. | R-3 | Resort residential |
4. | R-4 | Recreation residential |
5. | R-5 | Recreation district |
6. | C-1 | Core commercial |
7. | C-2 | Low-density commercial |
8. | M-1 | Light industrial |
9. | P | Park |
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 680 § 5, 2003; Ord. 919 § 7, 2021; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022)
§ 15.44.020 Land use table.
Land Use | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | R-5 | C-1 | C-2 | M-1 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Amusement | |||||||||
Bowling alley | A | A | A | ||||||
Firing range (indoor) | A | A | A | ||||||
Game, card rooms, video games | A | A | A | A | |||||
Gyms, exercise facilities, spas, health clubs | A | A | A | A | |||||
Golf course | A | A | |||||||
Land Use | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | R-5 | C-1 | C-2 | M-1 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Community Services | |||||||||
Bus stop shelter | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | A |
Churches, temples, synagogues | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Community arts center | A | A | |||||||
Community center, meeting hall, fraternal organization, clubs, youth clubs | A | A | A | ||||||
Conference/meeting facilities | A | A | A | A | |||||
Convalescent or nursing home | A | ||||||||
Hospital | A | A | |||||||
Preschool facilities | A | ||||||||
Fire stations | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | |
Library, public | A | ||||||||
Museum, nonprofit | A | A | A | ||||||
Museum, for-profit | A | A | A | ||||||
Art galleries | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Parks | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | A |
Police stations (without detention facilities) | A | A | |||||||
Police stations (with detention facilities) | A | ||||||||
Schools, public | A | A | A | A | A | A | |||
Vocational school | A | ||||||||
Public swimming pools | A | A | A | A | |||||
Theaters and auditoriums | A | A | A | A | |||||
Exhibit halls | A | A | A | A | |||||
Mortuary, without crematorium | A | ||||||||
Land Use | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | R-5 | C-1 | C-2 | M-1 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Manufacturing | |||||||||
Automobile wrecking | |||||||||
Sawmilling | A | ||||||||
Log/chip storage | A | ||||||||
Food/seafood processing | A | A | |||||||
Boat building/repair | A | A | |||||||
Canoe and kayak building | A | A | |||||||
Furniture manufacture | A | A | |||||||
Prefabricated housing | A | A | |||||||
Cabinetry shop | A | A | |||||||
Welding, sheet metal and machine shops | A | A | |||||||
Other light manufacturing on a case-by-case basis | A | ||||||||
Land Use | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | R-5 | C-1 | C-2 | M-1 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Parking | |||||||||
Commercial (pay for use) parking lots | A | A | A | A | |||||
Public garage | A | A | A | ||||||
Public parking lots | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Land Use | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | R-5 | C-1 | C-2 | M-1 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Residential | |||||||||
Accessory structures (e.g., garage) | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Adult family home | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Assisted living facility | A | ||||||||
Condominium | A | A | A | A | |||||
Duplexes | A | A | A | A | |||||
Family daycare provider | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Group home | A | A | A | A | |||||
Home occupations | A | A | |||||||
Keeping of chickens for noncommercial, personal use | A | A | |||||||
Multifamily residences/apartments | A | A | A | A | |||||
Residences above ground floor in commercial building | A | A | A | A | |||||
Residential on ground floor in commercial building | A | A | A | A | |||||
Single-family residence | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Townhouse | A | A | A | A | |||||
Used manufactured home | |||||||||
Manufactured home | A | A | A | ||||||
Planned unit and cluster developments | A | ||||||||
Land Use | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | R-5 | C-1 | C-2 | M-1 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Retail Trade and Services | |||||||||
Adult entertainment business | A | ||||||||
Animal clinic/hospital | A | ||||||||
Antique shop | A | A | A | A | |||||
Appliance stores | A | A | |||||||
Auto maintenance/repair shops | A | A | |||||||
Auto paint/body shop | A | A | |||||||
Auto parts and accessories | A | A | |||||||
Auto sales, new or used | A | ||||||||
Bakery, retail | A | A | A | ||||||
Bakery, wholesale with retail | A | A | |||||||
Bakery, wholesale only | A | A | |||||||
Bar, tavern, micro-brewery with retail | A | A | A | ||||||
Beauty parlor/barber shop/personal service | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Bed and breakfast establishment | A | ||||||||
Boat accessories | A | A | A | ||||||
Books, stationery, office supplies | A | A | A | ||||||
Building materials (if housed), hardware store | A | A | A | ||||||
Camera and photography supply store, photo studio | A | A | A | A | |||||
Campground | A | A | |||||||
Canoe and kayak rentals, service, and supplies | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Car wash | A | A | |||||||
Clothing store | A | A | A | A | |||||
Computer, electronic store | A | A | |||||||
Convenience store | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Delicatessen, specialty food store | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Department store (in excess of 15,000 square feet) | A | A | |||||||
Drive-in restaurant | A | ||||||||
Drive-in windows appurtenant to allowed use | A | ||||||||
Dry-cleaning processing | A | A | |||||||
Employment agency | A | A | |||||||
Fabric store | A | A | |||||||
Farm supplies | A | A | A | ||||||
Farmers’ market | A | A | |||||||
Financial institution | A | A | |||||||
Florist | A | A | A | A | |||||
Furniture manufacturing with retail outlet | A | A | A | ||||||
Furniture store | A | A | |||||||
Grocery store, small (1,001—5,000 square feet) | A | A | A | ||||||
Grocery store, large (over 5,000 square feet) | A | A | |||||||
Heating/plumbing equipment (if housed inside building) | A | A | A | ||||||
Hotel/motel/hostel | A | A | A | A | |||||
Insurance agency | A | A | |||||||
Jewelry, watch sales/repair | A | A | A | A | |||||
Laundromat and/or dry-cleaning drop-off only | A | A | A | A | A | A | |||
Liquor store | A | A | |||||||
Locksmith | A | A | |||||||
Lumberyards (fenced) | A | A | |||||||
Medical/dental offices | A | A | |||||||
Medical/dental clinics | A | A | |||||||
Mini-storage | A | A | A | A | |||||
Novelty/gift shops | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Offices, business or professional | A | A | A | ||||||
Paint, glass, wallpaper sales and decorating | A | A | |||||||
Park store | A | ||||||||
Pawn shop | A | ||||||||
Pet store | A | A | |||||||
Pharmacy | A | A | |||||||
Printing establishment/copy center (service only) | A | A | |||||||
Printing establishments and newspaper printing | A | A | A | ||||||
Recycling drop-off station—public (enclosed containers only) | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Rental—truck, auto | A | ||||||||
Repairs—small appliances, business machines | A | A | A | ||||||
Repairs—upholstery, furniture | A | A | A | ||||||
Restaurants, cafes, and similar establishments (with or without bar) | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Retail shops for custom work without chemical processes | A | A | A | ||||||
Retail shops for custom work with chemical processes | A | ||||||||
RV park | A | A | |||||||
Seafood market | A | A | A | A | |||||
Second hand shop | A | A | A | ||||||
Service station | A | A | |||||||
Shoe repair or shoe shine | A | A | A | A | |||||
Sports equipment— sales and rentals | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Storage (rental for personal/commercial use) above first floor | A | A | |||||||
Studios (artists/ craftspeople) | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Tailors | A | A | |||||||
Telephone exchanges | A | ||||||||
Telegraph offices | A | A | |||||||
Thrift shops | A | ||||||||
Tire repair shops (with enclosed storage area) | A | A | |||||||
Toy, hobby/crafts/art supplies and variety shops | A | A | A | ||||||
Vacation rentals | A | A | A | A | A | A | |||
Vendor carts for food, drink or special occasion retail sales | A | A | A | A | A | ||||
Video rentals | A | A | A | A | |||||
Land Use | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | R-5 | C-1 | C-2 | M-1 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Transportation | |||||||||
Bus passenger terminals, without storage or maintenance facilities | A | A | |||||||
Taxi terminals, dispatch centers (without maintenance facilities) | A | ||||||||
School bus garage, not adjacent to school | A | ||||||||
School bus garage, adjacent to school | A | A | |||||||
Land Use | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | R-5 | C-1 | C-2 | M-1 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Utilities | |||||||||
Utility service substations (must be landscaped and screened from any adjacent residential use) | A | A | A | A | |||||
Public road/utility shops | A | A | |||||||
Land Use | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | R-5 | C-1 | C-2 | M-1 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Wholesale Trade and Storage | |||||||||
Warehouses for storage | A | A | A | ||||||
Wholesale distribution center (housed within buildings) | A | A | |||||||
Land Use | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | R-5 | C-1 | C-2 | M-1 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Essential Public Facilities | |||||||||
Type One | |||||||||
Regional transportation facility (e.g., airports) | A | ||||||||
State correctional facilities | A | ||||||||
State or regional educational facility | A | ||||||||
Type Two | |||||||||
County jails | A | ||||||||
Regional solid waste handling facilities | A | ||||||||
Community colleges | A | A | |||||||
Sewage treatment facilities | A | A | |||||||
Communication towers and antennas | A | ||||||||
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 679 § 3, 2003; Ord. 680 § 6, 2003; Ord. 741, 2008; Ord. 770 § 5, 2010; Ord. 791 § 4, 2011; Ord. 802 § 2, 2012; Ord. 867 § 4, 2016; Ord. 919 § 7, 2021; Ord. 936 § 1, 2022; Ord. 954 § 1 (Exh. A), 2024)
§ 15.45.010 Purpose.
A.
The purpose of this chapter is to establish regulations for signs in order to promote the public health, safety and general welfare. It is further the intention of this chapter to harmonize the legitimate private purposes of signs, that is, the identification and promotion of the seller to the buyer, with public purposes. Public purposes include considerations of traffic safety and economic and aesthetic welfare. Unregulated signs may divert the driver's attention from the road, causing a traffic hazard. In addition, conflicts between private signs and traffic control signs result in unsafe traffic conditions. The economic base of the city is, to some extent, dependent upon maintaining an attractive area, both as to natural and manmade features, in which to visit, live and work.
B.
Regulation of signs also serves to promote the private purposes of signs. Signs have become larger, more numerous and more expensive as a result of competition for attention. This competition of signs has, in some cases, defeated the very purpose for which they were created. The physical location of a private sign shall not be erected in a manner that negatively impacts any other private sign.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 954 § 1 (Exh. A), 2024)
§ 15.45.020 Scope.
This chapter applies to all existing and future signs within the corporate boundaries of the city, but does not apply to signs located within a building or structure.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.45.025 Existing nonconforming signs.
All signs in existence at the time of adoption of the ordinance codified in this Title that do not conform with provisions of this chapter shall be deemed legal signs. Their status as legal signs, by the fact that it existed at the time of the adoption of this title expires and becomes subject to the provisions of this chapter at the time one of the following actions are taken:
A.
The sign message board structure or its support structure is altered.
B.
The business at the site is changed.
C.
The property upon which the sign is located or the property to which an off-premises sign is credited is sold to another owner.
D.
A building upon which a sign has been constructed is destroyed or severely damaged by fire or by natural disaster that results in the removal of the damaged building.
E.
A sign message board structure or its support structure has been destroyed or severely damaged by fire or by natural disaster that results in the removal of the damaged sign.
F.
The property upon which the sign is located or the property to which an off-premises sign is credited is abandoned or unoccupied for a continuous period of one hundred eighty (180) days.
Regular and routine maintenance or the changing of the sign message of a nonconforming sign does not alter the legal status of the sign.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.45.030 Prohibited signs.
The following signs are prohibited in all districts within the municipal boundaries of the city, except as specifically allowed as temporary signs:
A.
Banners, streamers, pennants and balloons;
B.
Any sign using the words “stop,” “look” or “danger,” or any other word, symbol or character which might confuse traffic or detract from any legal traffic control devices;
C.
Stationary motor vehicles, trailers and related devices used to circumvent the intent of this chapter;
D.
Signs which are pasted or attached to utility poles, trees, fences or other signs, or to rocks or natural features;
E.
Signs within seventy-five (75) feet of the public right-of-way which are animated, revolving more than eight revolutions per minute, blinking or flashing, except public service signs such as those which give the time, temperature and humidity;
F.
All lighted signs which are adjacent to and directed toward a residential district and which detract from the welfare of the residential district;
G.
Portable signs, except temporary signs as permitted under Section 15.45.040Q;
H.
Red or green lighted signs that may be mistaken for navigational aids.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 954 § 1 (Exh. A), 2024)
§ 15.45.035 Signs requiring variance permit.
The following signs are prohibited in all districts within the municipal boundaries of the city, except as specifically allowed by the city council as a variance in Chapter 15.52:
A.
Roof signs;
B.
Signs that are judged to be antique in nature by the city planner.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.45.040 General restrictions and limitations for all districts.
A.
Signs in Street Right-of-Way or Future Street Right-of-Way. No sign shall be located in or project into the present or future right-of-way of any public street unless such location or projection is specifically authorized by other provisions of this section.
B.
Signs Interfering With Sight Distance. No sign shall be so designed or constructed as to interfere with the sight distance of motorists proceeding on or approaching adjacent streets, alleys, driveways or parking areas, or of pedestrians proceeding on or approaching adjacent sidewalks or pedestrian ways.
C.
Signs Over Driveways. No sign suspended over or projecting into the area above a driveway located on private property shall be situated at a height of less than fifteen (15) feet above the surface of the driveway.
D.
Signs Over Public Sidewalks and Pedestrian Ways. No sign suspended over or projecting into the area above a public sidewalk or pedestrian way shall be situated at a height of less than eight and one-half (8.5) feet above the surface of the sidewalk or pedestrian way, and no sign may project more than seventy-five percent (75%) of the distance between the property line and the curb line except for signs attached to the underside of a canopy or other architectural projection.
E.
Directional Signs. Directional signs and signs indicating entrances, exits, service areas and parking areas shall be excluded from the sign provisions of this title, and may be erected on private property upon approval of the city planner. These signs shall not contain advertising or promotional information other than a company logo, and may be restricted in size.
F.
Removal of Signs on Closure of Business. Upon the closure and vacation of business or activity, the owner of the business or activity shall have ninety (90) days from the date of closure to remove all signs related to the business or activity. After ninety (90) days, the city will remove the abandoned sign and will bill the owner for removal.
G.
Window Signs. Window signs shall be considered as a sign and computed as part of the aggregate sign area and number of signs. Any painted-over window shall be considered as a wall. The following signs, if not used in the specified manner, are not computed as part of the aggregate sign area and do not require a permit:
1.
Decals indicating credit cards honored;
2.
Banners or posters on the inside of windows. Such signs may be used in conjunction with national advertising programs, or as weekly marketing specials, or as decorations customary for special holidays.
H.
Painted Signs. Signs painted on exterior wall, window or structure of any kind shall be computed as part of the aggregate sign area and number of signs.
I.
Barber Poles. In addition to any other signs authorized by the provision of this chapter, any barbershop shall be entitled to display a barber pole. The design of the pole and its location and manner of erection shall be subject to the approval of the city planner.
J.
Credit Card Signs. Signs indicating credit cards honored may be displayed in window or entrance areas of business establishments. Such signs are not computed as part of the aggregate sign area and do not require a permit.
K.
Institutional Signs. For churches, schools, hospitals, public facilities and institutional uses, one (1) double-faced freestanding or wall identification sign is permitted for each street frontage. The sign may have an aggregate area of one (1) square foot for each ten (10) lineal feet of street frontage, but may not exceed thirty-two (32) square feet. However, each use is guaranteed a minimum sign area of twelve (12) square feet per display face regardless of street frontage. The sign may be illuminated. Freestanding symbols of sculpture used as identification may be permitted with the approval of the city planner. Wall signs, lettering or symbols may also be approved by the city planner.
L.
Gate or Entrance Sign. Gate or entrance signs may be permitted, and may be located in public rights-of-way, if approved by the city planner.
M.
Community Bulletin Board. Subdivisions and residential communities may be allowed to erect a permanent structure as a community bulletin board if approved by the city planner.
N.
Business Hours Signs. Signs stating business hours shall be excluded from the provisions of this title, and may be erected upon private property. These signs shall not contain advertising or promotional information other than a company logo. Maximum number permitted shall be one (1) per entrance, with a maximum size of four (4) square feet.
O.
Public Service Signs. Nonadvertising or nonpromotional signs may be erected as a public service to the community by public service clubs or other nonprofit organizations. Such signs may be located in any zone upon approval by the city planner.
P.
Real Estate Signs. Real estate signs are permitted as follows. No sign permit is required.
1.
Residential Uses.
a.
Single-family dwellings and duplexes. One real estate sign shall be permitted for each street frontage of a lot. The sign may have two (2) faces, shall not exceed a height of five (5) feet above the surface of the street unless placed in a window, shall not exceed an area of four (4) square feet per face, and shall be unlighted.
b.
Multiple-Family Dwellings. One (1) real estate sign shall be permitted for each street frontage of a development. The sign shall not exceed an area of twelve (12) square feet, shall be attached flat against a principal building, shall not project above the eave of the roof or the top of the parapet of the building, and shall be unlighted.
2.
Commercial and Industrial Uses. One (1) real estate sign shall be permitted for each public entrance, but there shall not be more than four (4) signs per lot. The sign shall not exceed an area of eight (8) square feet, shall be attached flat against the building or freestanding, shall not project above the eave of the roof or the top of the parapet of the building, and shall be unlighted.
3.
Unimproved Acreage. One real estate sign shall be permitted for each lot. The sign shall not exceed an area of one-fourth (1/4) square foot for each foot of lot frontage and shall not in any event exceed fifty (50) square feet. The sign shall not exceed a height of ten (10) feet above the surface of the nearest street, and shall be unlighted.
Q.
Temporary Signs. Temporary signs may be authorized by the city planner for a time period specified for each type of temporary sign.
1.
Temporary Subdivision or Apartment Signs. A temporary real estate sign declaring a group of lots, dwellings or occupancies within a subdivision or apartment complex for sale or rent shall be permitted subject to the following conditions:
a.
One (1) such sign shall be permitted for each street frontage of the premises being sold or leased. The sign shall be located on the premises being sold or leased.
b.
The area of such signs shall not exceed an area of thirty-two (32) square feet each.
c.
The signs shall not exceed a height of ten (10) feet above the level of the street.
d.
The signs shall be unlighted.
e.
The signs shall not interfere with the sight distance of pedestrians and motorists proceeding on or approaching adjacent streets.
f.
The signs may remain as long as the project remains unsold or unleased.
2.
Nonpolitical and Political Campaign Signs. Temporary nonpolitical signs announcing a campaign, drive or event of a civic, philanthropic, educational or religious organization may be allowed upon any lot. Such signs shall be removed within seven (7) days after the event, drive, campaign, etc. If not removed within this time, the city may remove the sign and charge the organization a twenty dollars ($20.00) fee, for removal and return of the sign.
3.
Construction Signs. One (1) sign identifying a project under construction shall be permitted for each street frontage of the building or structure under construction. The sign may contain the name of the building contractor and his subcontractors, the architect and the engineer. The sign shall be permitted during the period of construction, and shall not exceed a total of fifty (50) square feet for all faces.
4.
Grand Openings and Special Events Signs. Special permits may be issued by the city planner for banners, balloons, streamers and temporary or portable signs for special events such as carnivals, outdoor affairs and sales, grand openings and events of a similar nature.
5.
Religious Gathering Signs. Temporary signs of no more than twelve (12) square feet per sign face may be erected that direct the religious participants to the site of a religious event. The signs need to be removed within seven (7) days following the event. No sign permit is required for this type of sign.
6.
Temporary signs must be spaced at a distance of no less than fifty (50) feet from each other.
R.
Off-Premises Signs.
1.
Number. Not more than four (4) sign structures per one thousand (1,000) lineal feet are permitted. The sign structures may not exceed the on-premises size.
2.
Districts where permitted. Off-premises signs are permitted in industrial and commercial districts. They are not permitted in any other district.
3.
Standards.
a.
Maximum Size. Maximum size is no larger than the on-premises size.
b.
Maximum Height. Maximum height is eighteen (18) feet.
c.
Double-Faced Signs. Back-to-back and V-type sign structures shall be considered one (1) sign structure.
S.
Portable A-Frame Sandwich Board Signs. A portable A-frame or similarly designed sign which is no greater than thirty-six (36) inches wide by forty-eight (48) inches tall.
1.
Not more than one (1) sandwich board sign may be utilized by retail uses in the commercial or industrial districts. Corner lots may have two (2) signs, one (1) on each block face. They are not permitted in any other districts.
2.
Portable A-frame sandwich board signs are permitted to be placed on the business premises only.
3.
Portable A-frame sandwich board signs may be placed on sidewalks in front of the business only if the sidewalk allows a minimum of thirty-six (36) inches between the sign and the curb to allow for pedestrian access. The sign must be removed when the business is closed.
4.
Company signs for garage/yard sales during the annual art festival may be placed on the right-of-way out of the roadway. These signs shall be removed within seven (7) days of completion of the activity. If not removed within the specified time limit, the city may impose a fine not to exceed twenty dollars ($20.00).
T.
Murals. Murals that are judged to be artistic or historic in nature may be exempt from the sign code provisions by the city planner.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 954 § 1 (Exh. A), 2024)
§ 15.45.050 Regulations for specific districts.
In all districts the city planner shall have the option to waive sign type requirements in unique and special cases where due to building design or other special circumstance the development is unable to conform to stated standards.
A.
Signs Permitted in Residential Districts.
1.
Identification Signs for Single-Family Dwellings and Duplexes. One identification sign shall be permitted for each occupancy. The sign shall not exceed an area of three square feet, shall not exceed a height of six feet above the surface of the street, shall be attached directly to a building, fence, standard or mailbox, and shall be unlighted or provided with indirect illumination. Home occupations shall not be allowed additional sign area.
2.
Identification Signs for Multifamily Dwellings. One identification sign shall be permitted for each development, except that multiple-family dwellings with more than one street frontage may be allowed an additional sign for each street frontage of such lot. Each sign shall not exceed an area of twenty-five (25) square feet, may be a wall or freestanding sign, shall be unlighted or indirectly lighted, and shall not exceed a height of six feet above the ground if freestanding.
3.
Farm Product Identification Signs. No permit is required, but such signs may not be located in the public right-of-way.
B.
Signs Permitted in General Commercial Districts. The aggregate sign area for any lot shall not exceed one and one-half square feet for each foot of street frontage. Aggregate sign area for corner lots shall not exceed one square foot for each foot of street frontage. The permitted signs enumerated in this subsection shall be subject to the total aggregate sign area.
1.
Identification Signs for Occupancies. Each business establishment may have one freestanding sign for each street frontage if not located in a shopping center, and two additional signs.
a.
Freestanding Sign. The freestanding sign shall not exceed a height of eighteen (18) feet. The maximum sign area permitted is one hundred sixty (160) square feet for the total of all faces. No one face shall exceed eighty (80) square feet. The sign may be illuminated.
b.
Additional Signs. Two additional signs shall be permitted subject to the following restrictions:
(1)
The total area of all signs, graphics or other advertising shall not be more than ten (10) percent of the building facade to which they are attached or on which they are displayed.
(2)
On properties where a pole sign cannot be erected due to setback requirements or building placement, a projecting sign may not exceed fifteen (15) square feet in outside dimension.
2.
Identification Signs for Shopping Centers. One freestanding identification sign, which may list the names of the occupants of the shopping center, shall be permitted for each street frontage of each shopping center. The maximum sign area permitted for a freestanding sign is one hundred sixty (160) square feet for the total of all faces. No one face shall exceed eighty (80) square feet. A freestanding sign shall not exceed a height of eighteen (18) feet, and may be illuminated.
3.
Automobile Service Station Signs. The aggregate sign area for any lot shall not exceed one square foot for each foot of lot frontage, and the permitted signs enumerated in this subsection shall be subject to the total aggregate sign area.
a.
Freestanding Signs. One freestanding lighted double-faced identification sign, not exceeding one hundred fifty (150) square feet for the total of all faces, with no such face exceeding seventy-five (75) square feet, is permitted. Such sign shall not exceed a height of eighteen (18) feet. If on a corner lot, two monument signs not exceeding sixty (60) square feet per sign for the total of all faces are permitted. Such monument signs shall not exceed a height of fifteen (15) feet.
b.
Additional Signs. Two additional signs shall be permitted subject to the following restrictions: the total area of all signs, graphics or other advertising shall not be more than ten (10) percent of the building facade to which they are attached or on which they are displayed. If an automobile service station does not have a freestanding sign, the total area of all signs, graphics or other advertising shall not be more than thirty (30) percent of the building facade to which they are attached or on which they are displayed.
c.
Fuel Price Signs. Fuel price signs shall be exempt from the aggregate sign area, but shall be limited to thirty (30) square feet total.
4.
Farm Product Identification Signs. No permit is required, but such signs may not be located in the public right-of-way.
C.
Signs Permitted in the C-1 District. The aggregate sign area for any lot shall not exceed one and one-half square feet for each foot of street frontage. The aggregate sign area for corner lots shall not exceed one foot for each foot of street frontage. The permitted signs enumerated in this subsection shall be subject to the total aggregate sign area.
1.
Identification Signs for Multitenant Buildings.
a.
Wall Sign. Each multitenant building may have one identification wall sign for the building’s identification for each street frontage. The sign shall not exceed a total of five percent of the facade to which it is attached. Aggregate sign area shall apply.
b.
Freestanding Sign. Each building may have one freestanding sign on each street frontage. The sign may not exceed eighteen (18) feet in height. The maximum sign area permitted for the freestanding sign is one hundred (100) square feet for the total of all faces. No one face shall exceed fifty (50) square feet. Multitenant freestanding signs shall not name or advertise the individual tenants of the building.
2.
Identification Signs for Occupancies. Each occupant of a multitenant building shall be permitted two wall signs. Such signs shall not exceed ten (10) percent of the facade of the individual business unit. Aggregate sign area shall not apply.
3.
Identification Signs for Single-Tenant Building.
a.
Each building may have one freestanding sign for each street frontage. The sign may not exceed a height of eighteen (18) feet. The maximum sign area permitted for the freestanding sign is one hundred (100) square feet for the total of all faces. No one face shall exceed fifty (50) square feet.
b.
Three additional signs shall be permitted. All signs are subject to the aggregate sign area allowed. The total area of all signs, graphics or other types of signs shall not exceed ten (10) percent of the facade to which they are attached or on which they are displayed.
D.
Signs Permitted in Industrial Districts.
1.
Aggregate Sign Area. The aggregate sign area for lots in the industrial district shall not exceed one square foot for each foot of street frontage. In no case shall the aggregate sign area exceed one square foot for each foot of street frontage on a corner lot. The permitted signs enumerated in this subsection shall be subject to the total aggregate sign area.
a.
Identification Signs for Buildings. One identification sign shall be permitted for each lot on each street frontage, which may be a freestanding sign or a wall sign. The maximum sign area permitted for a freestanding sign is one hundred sixty (160) square feet for the total of all faces. No one face shall exceed eighty (80) square feet. If the sign is a wall sign its size shall not exceed twenty (20) percent of the building facade. A freestanding sign shall not exceed a height of eighteen (18) feet. The sign may be illuminated.
b.
Identification Signs for Occupancies. One identification sign shall be permitted for each occupancy on each street frontage and shall be a wall sign. The maximum size of the sign shall be thirty (30) percent of the building facade. This sign may be illuminated. If the identification sign permitted under subsection D1a of this section is a wall sign, an additional wall sign may be permitted on a building facade not facing a street frontage.
2.
Farm Product Identification Signs. No permit is required, but the sign may not be located in the public right-of-way.
E.
Signs Permitted in Planned Unit Developments and for Conditional Uses. All signs in planned unit developments and for conditional uses shall be incorporated as part of the developmental plan and approved with the developmental plan. Subsequent changes which conform to the adopted signing program may be granted by the city planner.
F.
Signs Permitted in Shopping Centers. The aggregate sign area for each occupant of a shopping center shall not exceed twenty (20) percent of the front facade of the unit. Wall signs are permitted on each exterior wall of the individual business unit. A minimum of thirty (30) square feet shall be permitted for any occupancy. No combination of signs shall exceed ten (10) percent of the facade to which they are attached. If there is an attached canopy or overhang, a ten (10) square-foot sign may be attached to the other permitted signs. Such sign shall be at least eight feet above any pedestrian walkway.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999)
§ 15.45.060 Structural safety and maintenance of signs.
All parts, portions, units and materials composing a sign, together with the frame, background, supports or anchorage thereto, shall be maintained in a proper state of safety and repair and a proper state of preservation. The surface of all signs shall be kept neatly painted. Any city council member or a member of the planning commission may bring any concerns for sign maintenance to the attention of the city planner to take action.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 954 § 1 (Exh. A), 2024)
§ 15.45.070 Administrative procedures.
A.
Permits.
1.
To ensure compliance with the regulations of this chapter, a permit shall be required for all signs hereafter installed or altered within the corporate boundaries of the city, except those signs enumerated in subsection A2 of this section. No sign shall be erected, installed, applied, affixed, altered or relocated without a permit from the city planner. The sign permit shall certify that the sign, as represented by plans, drawings or statements, is in conformance with the regulations of this chapter.
2.
The following signs must conform with the regulations of this chapter but may be erected, installed, affixed, altered or relocated without a sign permit:
a.
For sale, lease or rent signs;
b.
Farm signs;
c.
Residential signs for single/family dwellings;
d.
All political signs must be removed within seven (7) days following election.
3.
The following information must be provided as part of the application for a sign permit:
a.
Name, address and phone number of the applicant;
b.
Name and address of the activity for which the sign is intended and parcel number of land on which it is to be placed;
c.
Three copies of a dimensional drawing showing the type of sign as designated in this chapter, and, if lighted, the method of illumination, and the height of the sign;
d.
Three copies of a dimensional plot plan, accurate as to scale, showing all structures, the abutting right-of-way line of each street, and location of proposed sign and each existing sign on the property;
e.
If the sign is a wall sign, three copies of an elevation of the building facade. This elevation shall be fully dimensional and accurate as to scale. It shall show the proposed sign and each existing sign;
f.
One or more photographs (snapshots are adequate) showing the location of the proposed sign and its relationship to the remainder of the property;
g.
A minimum of two copies of a plot plan showing the location of the proposed sign with computations, diagrams and other data sufficient to show proper structural stability of the installation.
B.
Fees and Deposits. Fees shall be governed by the fee schedule contained in the building code adopted by the city.
C.
Appeals. In order to provide for a system of appeals from administrative decisions in the interpretation of this section, the city planner acting as a board of adjustment shall, upon proper application, render a decision as to whether the administrative decision was a reasonable interpretation and application of the provisions of this chapter.
D.
Abatement of Illegal Signs. Any sign that violates the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to enforcement procedures under both this chapter and applicable requirements of this code, including the provisions of Title 11, Code Enforcement.
E.
Variances.
1.
Variances from the terms of this chapter may be granted by the city council upon proper application as specified in Chapter 15.52. Variances may be granted when, because of special circumstances applicable to the property, including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, the strict interpretation of the regulations of this chapter deprives such property of privileges enjoyed by other property in the vicinity and under identical zoning classifications.
2.
The variance shall not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with a limitation upon uses of other properties in the vicinity and zone in which such property is situated.
(Ord. 627 (part), 1999; Ord. 954 § 1 (Exh. A), 2024)
