Monroe City Zoning Code
22.36 Parks
Zoning District
22.36.010 Purpose.
The purpose of the parks zoning district is to provide areas for public neighborhood, community, and regional parks; recreational facilities; undisturbed natural open space; public facilities; transfer of development rights, dedication, or other mechanisms; and other special regional use facilities operated by the county, state, or federal government. (Ord. 005/2019 § 10 (Exh. B))
22.36.020 Applicability.
The regulations, requirements, and standards contained in this chapter apply to all properties zoned parks (P). All properties zoned parks shall comply with all applicable provisions within this title and the Monroe Municipal Code. (Ord. 005/2019 § 10 (Exh. B))
22.36.030 Land use.
A. Land Use Matrix. The following zoning matrix found in Table 22.36.030: Land Use in the Parks Zoning District summarizes land uses permitted in the parks zoning district (P). A land use not explicitly permitted by Table 22.36.030 is prohibited within the parks zoning district.
Table 22.36.030. Land Use in the Parks Zoning District
Conforming Use (1) | Parks (P) |
|---|---|
1. RESIDENTIAL LAND USES | |
Dwelling Units, Temporary Security Guard | A |
Work Release Facilities | EPF |
2. COMMERCIAL LAND USES | |
Mobile Vendors | P |
3. SERVICE LAND USES | |
Parking Facilities | A |
Social Services | |
• Community Food Services | P |
• Community Housing Services | P |
• Emergency and Relief Services | P |
Temporary Lodging Services | |
• Campgrounds | A |
4. INSTITUTIONAL LAND USES | |
Community Facilities | |
• Cemeteries | C |
• Community-Oriented Open Air Market | A |
Educational Facilities | |
• Schools, Colleges, Universities, and Professional | EPF |
• Schools, Elementary and Secondary (K-12) | EPF |
Government Facilities | |
• Correctional Facilities, Local | EPF |
• Correctional Facilities, State | EPF |
• Courts | P |
• Fire Stations | P |
• Government Administration Buildings | P |
• Police Stations | P |
• Public Works Maintenance and Storage Facilities | P |
• U.S. Post Offices | P |
5. PARKS, RECREATION, AND ENTERTAINMENT LAND USES | |
Entertainment Facilities | |
• Zoos, Botanical Gardens, and Arboretums | A |
Parks | |
• Concessions | A |
• Nonmotorized Trails | P |
• Parks and Open Spaces | P |
• Public Stables | C |
Recreational Facilities, Indoor | P |
Recreational Facilities, Outdoor | P |
6. UTILITY AND TRANSPORTATION LAND USES | |
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (All Levels) | A |
Major and Regional Utility Facilities | |
• Regional Utility Corridors | C |
Major and Regional Transportation Facilities | |
• Regional Transit Station | EPF |
• State and Regional Transportation Facilities | EPF |
Minor Utility Facilities | P |
Wireless Communications Facilities | P |
7. UNCLASSIFIED LAND USES | |
Accessory Structures | A |
P = Permitted Use; A = Accessory Use; C = Requires a Conditional Use Permit; See Chapter 22.38 MMC for Requirements for Essential Public Facilities (EPF) | |
Table Notes:
1A land use not explicitly permitted by Table 22.36.030 is prohibited within the parks zoning district.
(Ord. 005/2019 § 10 (Exh. B))
22.36.040 Bulk requirements.
Bulk requirements, as provided in this chapter, establish density and dimensional standards for lots within the parks zoning district in the city. Bulk requirements include maximum lot coverage, maximum building height, minimum setbacks, and other similar standards. Bulk requirements, specified in MMC 22.16.040, apply to all lots within the parks zoning district.
A. Minimum Lot Area. The minimum area for lots in the parks zoning district is one-half acre each (twenty-one thousand seven hundred eighty square feet).
B. Street Frontage. Street frontage shall be in compliance with the provisions of MMC 22.16.040(C) and subject to the applicable bulk requirements found in this section, Bulk requirements.
C. Lot Dimensions. Lot dimensions shall be in compliance with the provisions of MMC 22.16.040(D) and subject to the applicable bulk requirements found in this section, Bulk requirements.
D. Yard Setbacks. Required yard setbacks shall be in compliance with the provisions of MMC 22.16.040(E) and subject to the applicable bulk requirements found in this section, Bulk requirements.
E. Lot Coverage. Lot coverage shall be in compliance with the provisions of MMC 22.16.040(F) and subject to the applicable bulk requirements found in this section, Bulk requirements.
F. Building Height. Building height and its measurement shall be in compliance with the provisions of MMC 22.16.040(G) and subject to the applicable bulk requirements found in this section, Bulk requirements.
G. Parks Zoning District (P). The following bulk requirements in Table 22.36.040(G): Parks Zoning District (P) Bulk Requirements specifically apply to the P zoning district. General information regarding bulk requirements is found in MMC 22.16.040, Bulk requirements.
Table 22.36.040(G). Parks Zoning District (P) Bulk Requirements
Minimum Lot Area (1) | |
|---|---|
Minimum Lot Area | 0.50 acres (21,780 square feet) |
Street Frontage (1) | |
Minimum Street Frontage | 70 feet |
Minimum Street Frontage for Panhandle Lots | 20 feet |
Minimum Street Frontage for Cul-de-Sac Lots | 70 feet |
Minimum Street Frontage for Lots with Public Street Access from a Private Access Tract or Easement | 20 feet |
Minimum Lot Width (1) | |
Minimum Lot Width | 70 feet |
Yard Setbacks (1) | |
Minimum Front Yard Setback Width | 5 feet |
Minimum Side Yard Setback Width | 5 feet |
Minimum Rear Yard Setback Width | 5 feet |
Minimum Setback from Lots in Single-Family or Multifamily Residential Zoning Districts | 10 feet |
Minimum Setback from Private Access Tracts | 10 feet |
Minimum Setback from Private Access Easements | 10 feet |
Lot Coverage (1) | |
Maximum Lot Coverage | 75% |
Building Height (1) | |
Maximum Building Height (2) | 45 feet |
Table Notes:
1See MMC 22.16.040, Bulk requirements, for more information regarding the bulk requirements in the above table.
2Exceptions to height limitations are specified in MMC 22.16.040(G)(4).
(Ord. 001/2025 § 3 (Exh. B); Ord. 005/2019 § 10 (Exh. B))
22.36.050 Variances.
No administrative deviations from the provisions of this chapter shall be made unless otherwise specified in this chapter. Variances to this chapter to adjust the application of specific regulations to a particular parcel of property shall require variance approval, as regulated by Chapter 22.66 MMC. An application for a variance may be made to the Monroe community development department on forms prescribed by the city. (Ord. 005/2019 § 10 (Exh. B))