Long Beach City Zoning Code

For the purpose of this title, the following zoning districts are hereby established in the city:

 

(Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

The boundaries for zones listed in this title are indicated on a map entitled "Zoning Map Of The City Of Long Beach, Washington", which is hereby adopted by reference. The boundaries shall be modified in accordance with zoning map amendments which shall be adopted by reference. Where any conflict may exist between the zoning map and the comprehensive plan, the comprehensive plan shall control. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

Where a lot is divided by a zoning boundary, the requirements of the less restrictive zone shall govern; provided, that access to the property is provided exclusively through the less restrictive zone. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

Zoning regulations applicable to an area shall continue to be applied until a zone change has been adopted by the city council. It is the intent of the city to adopt zoning in annexed areas, consistent with the comprehensive plan, concurrently with annexation whenever possible. The city council shall have the right to declare a moratorium on construction or development in annexed areas until zoning is adopted. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

   A.   Principal Building Or Use Required: Construction of the principal building or use shall commence prior to the construction of any accessory structure or use. There shall be no accessory structures erected on an otherwise vacant lot, except a storage shed used for storing tools and equipment to maintain the property that is not served by utilities, and with a gross floor area of no more than one hundred twenty (120) square feet, will be allowed.

   B.   Single-Family Dwelling: Not more than one single-family dwelling shall be placed upon any lot where such use is permitted, except as permitted in mobile home parks or where group dwellings are allowed.

   C.   Multiple Principal Buildings: Multiple principal buildings shall not be permitted in any single-family residential zone (R1, R1R, S1 districts) or two-family residential zone (R2, R2R districts). More than one principal building on a single parcel may be permitted in all other zones, including multi- family residential zones (R3, R3R, S2 districts), visitor commercial and mixed use zones (OT, OTW, RC, AC districts), commercial and industrial zones (C1, C2, L1 districts), shoreline resort zones (S3, S3R, S3M districts) and public and open space zones (P, PR, S4 districts), provided the development is consistent with all applicable development standards of the underlying district. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

   D.   Setbacks Between Buildings: The setback between buildings situated on the same parcel shall be a minimum of ten feet (10'), or as required by the building code, whichever is more restrictive. However, accessory buildings with a gross floor area of less than one hundred twenty (120) square feet may be placed within five feet (5') of the principal structure.

   E.   Setbacks For Sheds: For detached accessory structures with a gross floor area of less than one hundred twenty (120) square feet (sheds), the setback between the shed and the fence shall be a minimum of three feet (3'), or as required by the building code, whichever is more restrictive.

   F.   Public Utilities: Public utility structures or use of land, such as telephone exchanges, utility stations and pumping stations, are permitted in all zones where such location is necessary to its function, subject to review and approval by the city council. This provision shall not be construed to permit other types of governmental or municipal structures, uses or facilities where such a use is a conditional use or is not permitted.

   G.   Minimum Building Width: Excepting storage sheds, the minimum building width shall be eleven feet (11').

   H.   Maximum Age Of Manufactured And Modular Homes: Except as specifically allowed by the city, the maximum age of a manufactured or modular home being established for the first time within the city is three (3) years. (Ord. 891, 4-13-2009)