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City Zoning Code

CHAPTER 17

11 - RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS IN THE ALLYN UGA6

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Note— Prior ordinance history: Ord. 60-04.


17.11.110 - Purpose.

The purpose of the R-1 district is to stabilize and retain the character and integrity of existing single-family detached dwelling neighborhoods and establish criteria for the development of new residential subdivisions and neighborhoods.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.120 - Allowed uses.

Uses allowed in the R-1 district shall be as follows:

(1)

Single-family dwellings;

(2)

Duplexes;

(3)

Commercial child care center.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.130 - Accessory uses.

The following use are permitted only as they are accessory to the primary allowed uses and may or may not require a special license or permit in addition to building permits:

(1)

Home occupations, also known as cottage industries, require a special use permit unless they meet the standards as adopted in Section 17.03.021 of the Mason County Code.

(2)

Accessory structures including shops and detached garages (total square footage not exceeding the square footage of the primary residential structure);

(3)

Accessory dwelling unit (as specifically defined in this code);

(4)

Family child care center;

(5)

Group homes and adult day care facilities (up to six residents plus staff).

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.140 - Uses allowed subject to obtaining a special use permit.

(a)

Churches;

(b)

Schools;

(c)

Bed and breakfast inn;

(d)

Other essential public facilities;

(e)

Private recreation facilities;

(f)

Accessory dwelling units (in accordance with MCC Section 17.03.029);

(g)

Small scale agricultural activities and buildings;

(h)

Livestock limited to one head per acre on a minimum five acre site.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.150 - Bulk and dimension standards.

The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone, PD regulations as adopted in Article V of Chapter 17.10 or as a Master Development Plan in conformance with adopted Mason County Regulations. Height and setback standards allow for minor deviations by architectural treatments such as chimneys, copulas, bay windows, porch covers, and door landings.

Density Max of 4 dwelling units per gross acre
Lot coverage 40% Max lot coverage
Min. lot area SFD = 7,000 net sq. ft.
SFD = Corner Lot 9,000 net sq. ft.
Duplex = 11,000 net square feet.
Lot dimensions Minimum lot frontage width is 60 for interior lots, 70 feet for corner lots and 40 feet for cul-de-sac and curve lots, and 20 feet for flag lots, provided that the minimum lot width is reached and maintained at a setback of 20 feet.
Height The maximum height of structures in the district shall be as follows:
Primary building: 35 feet (25 feet east of SR 3) -
Accessory Structure: 20 feet.
Setbacks Yard setbacks refer to the setback of structures (over two feet in height) from the property line. A roof overhang, chimneys, copulas, bay windows, porch covers and door landings are allowed to project a maximum of two feet into a minimum setback. Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section 17.10.460.
Front yard 20 feet. 10 feet on cul-de-sacs as long as the average minimum setback is 20 feet. Storage sheds are not permitted within a front yard setback
Side yard 5 feet, or less with review and approval of an administrative building variance, see Section 17.10.460.
Street side yard 10 feet.
Rear yard 20 feet.
Storage sheds not larger than 120-sq. ft. in area or ten feet in height 5 feet.

 

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007; Ord. No. 2022-006, Att. C, 1-18-2022)

17.11.160 - Parking.

Per Chapter 17.14, with additional requirements in Section 17.10.490 Vehicle parking.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.170 - Development and design criteria.

(Reserved)

17.11.210 - Purpose.

The purpose of the R-1R district is to establish minimum guidelines and regulations for the undeveloped areas of Lakeland Village. The intent is to insure the continuance of the character and integrity of existing residential neighborhoods.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.220 - Allowed uses.

Uses allowed in the R-1R district shall be as follows:

(1)

Single-family dwellings;

(2)

Duplex dwellings;

(3)

Triplex dwellings;

(4)

Multifamily;

(5)

Golf courses and golf and country club related facilities;

(6)

Public and private parks.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.230 - Accessory uses.

The following uses are permitted only as they are accessory to the primary allowed uses and may or may not require a special license or permit in addition to building permits:

(1)

Well heads and water treatment facilities and other utility facilities;

(2)

Common open space and recreation facilities;

(3)

Residential accessory uses and structures.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.240 - Uses allowed subject to obtaining a special use permit.

(a)

Bed and breakfast inn;

(b)

Other essential public facilities;

(c)

Assisted living facilities;

(d)

Small-scale agricultural activities and buildings with livestock limited to horses or cattle on a minimum five acre site.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.250 - Bulk and dimension standards.

The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone, PD regulations as adopted in Article V of Chapter 17.10 or as a Master Development Plan in conformance with adopted Mason County Regulations. Height and setback standards allow for minor deviations by architectural treatments such as chimneys, copulas, bay windows, porch covers, and door landings.

Density Maximum of 5 dwelling units per gross acre
Lot coverage 50% maximum lot coverage for single-family dwellings.
75% maximum lot coverage for duplexes.
Not applicable to triplexes or multifamily.
Min. lot area. Single-family = 6,000 net square feet.
Single-family on a corner lot = 7,500 net square feet.
Duplex = 10,000 net square feet.
Lot dimensions Minimum lot frontage width is 60 for interior lots, 70 feet for corner lots and 40 feet for cul-de-sac and curve lots, and 20 feet for flag lots.
Height The maximum height of structures in the district shall be 35 feet.
Setbacks Yard setbacks refer to the setback of single-family dwellings and duplexes from the property line. A 2-foot roof eave overhang is allowed in the setback.
Front yard 20 feet. 10 feet on cul-de-sacs as long as the average minimum setback is 20 feet.
Side yard 5 feet, or less with review and approval of an administrative building variance, see Section 17.10.460.
Street side yard 10 feet
Rear yard 20 feet.
Triplexes/Multifamily and Cluster Development 15 feet from county road right-of-way, 5 feet from all other lot lines including golf courses.

 

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007; Ord. No. 2022-006, Att. C, 1-18-2022; Ord. No. 2022-093, Att. B, 12-20-2022)

17.11.260 - Parking.

Reference Chapter 17.14.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.270 - Development and design criteria.

(Reserved)

17.11.410 - Purpose.

The purpose of the R-2 district is to provide for medium density multifamily and single-family attached residential dwellings with building scale, yards, and setbacks reflecting the intensity of development located proximate to commercial and public services and transit. The R-2 district provides a buffer between more intense uses and single-family neighborhoods.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.420 - Allowed uses.

(a)

Single-family dwelling;

(b)

Duplexes;

(c)

Triplexes;

(d)

Multifamily.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.430 - Accessory uses.

(a)

Home occupations, also known as cottage industries, require a special use permit unless they meet the standards as adopted in Section 17.03.021 of the Mason County Code.

(b)

Accessory structures including shops and detached garages (total square footage not exceeding fifty percent of the square footage of the primary residential structure, or ten percent of the net parcel area, whichever is greater).

(c)

Accessory dwelling unit (as specifically defined in this code).

(d)

Common facilities of an apartment, condominium, or townhouse development, such as recreational areas, club houses, and laundry facilities.

(e)

Family child care center.

(f)

Group homes (up to six residents plus staff).

(g)

Well heads and water treatment facilities and other public utilities.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.440 - Use allowed subject to obtaining a special use permit.

(a)

Schools.

(b)

Churches.

(c)

Parks.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.450 - Bulk and dimension standards.

The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone, PD regulations as adopted in Article V of Chapter 17.10 or as a master development plan in conformance with adopted Mason County regulations. Height and setback standards allow for minor deviations of up, to three feet as long a minimum three-foot setback is maintained, by architectural treatments such as chimneys, copulas, bay windows, entry covers and door landings.

Density Max of 10 dwelling units per gross acre.
Lot coverage 60% max lot coverage
Min. lot area Interior lot: 4,800 net sq. ft.
Corner lot: 9,600 net sq. ft.
Lot dimensions Minimum lot frontage width is 60 for interior lots, 70 feet for corner lots and 40 feet for cul-de-sac and curve lots, and 20 feet for flag lots, provided that the minimum lot width is reached and maintained at a setback of 20 feet.
Height Primary building: 35 feet (25 feet east of SR 3)
Accessory structure: 20 feet.
Setbacks Yard setbacks refer to the setback of structures from the property line.
Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section 17.10.460.
Front yard 15 feet. 10 feet on cul-de-sacs as long as the average setback is 15 feet.
Side yard 5 feet, or less with review and approval of an administrative building variance, see Section 17.10.460.
Street side yard 8 feet
Rear yard 10 feet. In cases when the rear yard abuts a right-of-way, the primary structure setback shall be 20 feet.
Storage sheds not larger than 120-sq. ft. in area, 5 feet.
Garage doors 20 feet with roll-up door, or 5 feet from an alley or private drive.

 

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007; Ord. No. 2022-006, Att. C, 1-18-2022)

17.11.460 - Off-street parking.

See also Chapter 17.14 and Section 17.10.490 Vehicle parking for additional requirements.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.470 - Additional development and design criteria.

(Reserved)

17.11.510 - Purpose.

The purpose and function of the R-3 District is to allow for the development of dense multifamily apartment rental housing in integrated development projects with on-site management, recreation amenities, parking and open space. This district is typically located near services and transit routes and serves to promote affordable family housing as well as housing for single persons and for young couples entering the housing market.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.520 - Allowed uses.

(a)

Residential apartments complexes of at least ten units.

(b)

Attached single-family residential projects of at least ten units.

(c)

Group homes and residential care facilities: twelve or fewer.

(d)

Artist studios.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.530 - Accessory uses.

(a)

Common facilities of an apartment, condominium, or townhouse development, such as recreational areas, playgrounds, club houses, and laundry facilities.

(b)

Parking lots and garages.

(c)

Storage units.

(d)

Family day care.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.540 - Uses allowed subject to obtaining a special use permit.

(a)

Churches.

(b)

Fraternal and community service clubs.

(c)

Public schools.

(d)

Private academic schools.

(e)

Commercial child care center.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.550 - Bulk and dimension standards.

The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone, PD regulations as adopted in Article V of Chapter 17.10 or as a master development plan in conformance with adopted Mason County regulations. Height and setback standards allow for minor deviations by architectural treatments such as chimneys, copulas, bay windows, entry covers, and door landings.

Density Maximum of 20 dwelling units per net acre.
Lot coverage 70% maximum lot coverage
Min. lot area Interior lot 21,750 net sq. ft.
Corner Lot 21,750 net sq. ft.
Lot dimensions Minimum lot width is 50 for interior lots, 60 feet for corner lots and 40 feet for cul-de-sac and curve lots, provided that the minimum lot width is reached and maintained at a setback of 20 feet.
Lots shall be regular in shape with side property lines roughly parallel.
Height Primary building: 35 feet, or as reviewed by special use permit.
Setbacks Yard setbacks refer to the setback of structures from the property line. Where a property abuts another zone district with a more restrictive setback requirement, the most restrictive setback shall apply. Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section 17.10.460.
Front yard 10 feet
Side yard 5 feet, or less with review and approval of an administrative building variance, see Section 17.10.460.
Street side yard 7 feet
Rear yard 10 feet

 

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007; Ord. No. 52-19, att. A, 6-4-2019; Ord. No. 2022-006, Atts. A, C, 1-18-2022)

17.11.560 - Off-street parking.

See Chapter 17.14 and Section 17.10.490 Vehicle Parking for additional requirements.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.570 - Additional development and design criteria.

(Reserved)

17.11.580 - Approval of plans.

In addition to other required permits all developments in the R-3 district shall require binding site plan approval.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.610 - Purpose.

The purpose of the mobile home park overlay district is to provide for accommodation of mobile homes in planned, integrated, mobile home parks so as to protect the health, safety and welfare of the community. The "MHP" district is a residential zone and may be overlaid over any residentially zoned district.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.620 - Permitted uses.

All uses in a mobile home park shall require a mobile home park permit.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.630 - Accessory uses.

Accessory uses shall be allowed as permitted in an approved mobile home park permit.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.640 - Uses permitted subject to obtaining a mobile home park permit.

(a)

Mobile home parks.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.650 - Binding site plan required.

(a)

A preliminary binding site plan shall be approved concurrently with a mobile home park permit for a mobile home park.

(b)

A final binding site plan shall be recorded prior to occupancy of a mobile home park.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.660 - Bulk and dimension standards.

Park size The minimum area for a mobile home park shall be 3 acres.
Space size The size of individual mobile home spaces shall be as provided in Chapter 16.22 Mobile Homes and Trailer Parks.
Height limit 25 feet
Setbacks Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section 17.10.460.
Perimeter There shall be a 20 foot landscaped setback around the perimeter of the park
Individual units Individual dwelling units and accessory structures shall be setback from space lines as required by Chapter 16.22 Mobile Homes and Trailer Parks.

 

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.670 - Additional development and design criteria.

The establishment or expansion of a mobile home park shall be subject to approval of a mobile home park permit. When different development standards are applicable from other regulations (e.g., the shoreline master program) the more restrictive shall apply.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.680 - Parking.

In addition to the requirements and standards of Chapter 17.14 the following shall apply:

Spaces required:

*2 spaces per each dwelling unit (may be tandem).

*.5 guest spaces per dwelling unit (spread throughout park).

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.690 - Signs.

A sign program shall be submitted for approval concurrently with the application for a mobile home park permit.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.710 - Purpose.

The purpose of the R-1P district is to stabilize and retain the character and integrity of existing residential neighborhood of the Lake Land Village plat. The area has been platted but is still being developed with a mix of single-family and small multifamily dwellings built around or near the golf courses, takes, and other amenities provided by the development.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.720 - Allowed uses.

Uses allowed in the R-1P district shall be as follows:

(1)

Single-family dwellings.

(2)

Duplexes and multifamily dwellings including condominiums.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.730 - Accessory uses.

The following use are permitted only as they are accessory to the primary allowed uses and may or may not require a special license or permit in addition to building permits:

(1)

Home occupations, also known as cottage industries, require a special use permit unless they meet the standards as adopted in Section 17.03.021 of the Mason County Code.

(2)

Accessory structures including shops and detached garages (total square footage not exceeding the square footage of the primary residential structure).

(3)

Accessory dwelling unit (as specifically defined in this code).

(4)

Family child care center.

(5)

Group homes (up to six residents plus staff).

(6)

Well heads and water treatment facilities and other utility facilities.

(7)

Common open space and recreation facilities.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.740 - Uses allowed subject to obtaining a special use permit.

(a)

Churches.

(b)

Schools.

(c)

Commercial child care center.

(d)

Bed and breakfast inn.

(e)

Other essential public facilities.

(f)

Accessory dwelling units (in accordance with MCC Section 17.03.029).

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.750 - Bulk and dimension standards.

The following standards may be altered without a variance only through use of an overlay zone, PD regulations as adopted in Article V of Chapter 17.10 or as a master development plan in conformance with adopted Mason County regulations. Height and setback standards allow for minor deviations by architectural treatments such as chimneys, copulas, bay windows, porch covers, and door landings.

Density Max of 6 dwelling units per gross acre
Lot coverage 40% Max lot coverage for single-family
Min. lot area SFD = 7,000 net sq. ft.
SFD = Corner lot 9,000 sq. ft.
Duplex= 11,000 net sq. ft.
Lot dimensions Minimum lot frontage width is 60 for interior lots, 70 feet for corner lots, 20 foot frontage for flag lots, and 40 feet for cul-de-sacs and curved lots.
Height The maximum height of structures in the district shall be as follows:
Primary building: 35 feet
Accessory structure: 20 feet.
Setbacks Yard setbacks refer to the setback of structures (over two feet in height) from the property line. A 2-foot roof eave overhang is allowed in the setback. Additional standards for setbacks in special situations are in Section 17.10.460.
Front yard 20 feet, 10 feet on cul-de-sacs as long as the average minimum setback is 20 feet.
Side yard 5 feet, or less with review and approval of an administrative building variance, see Section 17.10.460.
Storage sheds not larger than 120-sq. ft. in area 5 feet
Street side yard 10 feet
Rear yard Original construction and elevated decks 20 feet.
Single story addition 10 feet unless rear yard abuts a right-of-way.
Garage doors 25 feet/ 20 feet for roll-up door.

 

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007; Ord. No. 2022-006, Att. C, 1-18-2022; Ord. No. 2022-093, Att. B, 12-20-2022)

17.11.760 - Parking.

Per Chapter 17.14, with additional requirements in Section 17.10.490 Vehicle parking.

(Ord. 63-07 Exh. A (part), 2007).

17.11.770 - Development and design criteria.

(Reserved)