Corridor Overlay District
The purpose of the I-182 overlay district is to provide additional development regulations to create aesthetically attractive buildings and commercial development within the I-182 corridor of the City. It is intended that the additional provisions of this chapter will provide design control for building height, building and site illumination, off-street parking and loading, building setbacks, and building materials, all to facilitate an aesthetically pleasing environment. The purpose and intent of this chapter are met by adhering to the following design control categories:
(1) Building Location. Building location and the relationship of one building to another to provide for pedestrian areas such as courtyards, plazas, parks, walkways, etc.
(2) Functionality. The layout of the buildings, parking areas, pedestrian areas, landscape and open areas are conducive to the topography and existing features of the site. Parking areas function well with the overall site and do not inhibit pedestrian movement. Traffic flow and circulation is predictable within designated driving areas.
(3) Lighting. Lighting standards and fixtures are of a size compatible with the general character of the buildings and general area. All lighting provides adequate light for safety and should be limited to specific sites and not produce glare to surrounding areas.
(4) Natural Setting. The relationship of the natural setting or the site to the corridor and the slope to the river is used to enhance the overall layout of the plan.
(5) Architectural Amenities. Create aesthetically attractive buildings within commercial areas that enhance the overall development of the commercial uses. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.010.]
The development and design standards of this overlay district will apply to all multifamily zones, office districts (O), retail business districts (C-1), general business districts (C-3), regional business districts (C-R) and business park districts (B-P) located in the I-182 corridor, generally described as that area located westerly of Road 36 and lying between the Franklin County Irrigation District Canal on the south and the City limits on the north; said area being more particularly described as:
Beginning at a point on the North meander line of the Columbia River, said point being the intersection of the North meander line of the Columbia River and the north line of the south half of the southwest quarter of Section 12, T9N, R28E; Thence, easterly along said north line and continuing easterly along the north line of the south half of the SE quarter of said Section 12, to a point on said north line 808 feet more or less westerly of the NW corner of the SE quarter of the SE quarter of said Section 12, Thence North 05° 20' 0" East, for a distance of 1,777.0 feet to the East line of the West half of the West half of Northeast quarter of said Section 12; Thence Northerly along said east line bearing North 01°, 18', 0" east, to the north line of said Section 12; Thence easterly along the north line of said Section 12 and continuing easterly along the north line of Sections 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 all in Township 9 North, Range 29 East to the NE corner of said Section 11; Thence southerly along the east line of said Section 11 and continuing southerly along the east lines of Sections 14 and 23, Township 9 North, Range 29 East, to the south right-of-way line of Interstate 182; Thence northwesterly along said right-of-way line of the south line of the Franklin County Irrigation District Canal right-of-way; Thence westerly along said south line of the Franklin County Irrigation District Canal right-of-way to the east right-of-way line of Road 100; Thence southerly along said east right-of-way line of Road 100 to the southeasterly projection of south line of Lot 29, Block 2 Peppermint Terrace Third Addition; Thence northwesterly along said projection and continuing northwesterly along the south line of Lots 22 through 29 all of Block 2 Peppermint Terrace Third Addition to the northwest boundary of said Addition; Thence continuing northwesterly along the northwesterly projection of said south line a distance of 657.5 feet; Thence south 46° 45' 43" west a distance of 779 feet; Thence north 43° 14' 17" west for a distance of 450 feet; Thence north 46° 42' 28" east a distance of 312 feet; Thence north 43° 17' 32" for a distance of 300 feet; Thence north 46° 42' 28" east for a distance of 85 feet; Thence north 43° 17' 32" west for a distance of 340 feet to the easterly right-of-way line of Crescent Drive; Thence northeasterly along said easterly right-of-way line of Crescent Drive to the intersection with the south line of the FCID Canal right-of-way; Thence westerly along said south line to the north line of Section 18, T9N, R29E; Thence westerly along the north line of said Section 18 to the intersection with the south right-of-way line of Interstate 182; Thence southwesterly along said south right-of-way line of Interstate 182 to the intersection with the North meander line of the Columbia River; Thence northwesterly along the North meander line of the Columbia River to the point of the beginning.
[Ord. 3972 § 2, 2010; Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.020.]
This chapter shall be used in addition to and in combination with the districts identified in PMC 25.130.020 and development regulations contained in this title as they apply to the lands described in PMC 25.130.020. The requirements of this chapter shall take precedence over the requirements of the underlying district regulations. However, the landscape provisions of this chapter shall be in addition to the landscape and screening provisions provided in Chapter 25.180 PMC. In apparent cases of conflict between provisions, the most restrictive shall prevail. [Ord. 3763 § 3, 2006; Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.030.]
Plans shall comply with the provisions of PMC 25.180.090. [Ord. 3763 § 4, 2006; Code 1970 § 25.58.040.]
For conditions of approval see the provisions of PMC 25.180.100. [Ord. 3763 § 5, 2006; Code 1970 § 25.58.050.]
(1) Existing trees and shrubs may be included in the application of these standards, provided they are depicted on the plan and retained.
(2) No landscape areas shall contain artificial grass, trees, plants or other artificial materials as a live vegetative substitute.
(3) There shall be at least one tree and three shrubs for every 300 square feet of landscaped area.
(4) Road Frontage.
(a) Landscaped buffers on commercial properties adjacent to or across a public or private street or alley from residentially zoned properties must be a minimum of 15 feet in width.
(b) Landscaping in the unused portion of the right-of-way shall match the established landscaping pattern and theme for the street.
(5) Pedestrian Walkways.
(a) Excluding pedestrian connections through parking lots, walkways shall be landscaped their entire length. Trees shall be a minimum of three feet from sidewalks and curbs at the time of planting, except where tree wells are utilized. [Ord. 3763 § 6, 2006; Ord. 3637 § 1, 2003; Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.060.]
All landscape maintenance shall comply with the provisions of PMC 25.180.120. [Ord. 3763 § 7, 2006; Code 1970 § 25.58.070.]
The following design standards shall apply to all buildings in the I-182 corridor overlay district to provide for and require architectural amenities be incorporated into all building designs. Building designs must incorporate architectural features and detailing to create visual interest.
(1) All buildings within a multi-building complex must achieve unity of design through the use of similar architectural elements, such as roof form, exterior building design and materials, colors and window patterns.
(2) All new buildings shall have exterior walls that are constructed of one or more of the following materials: wood, brick, stucco, block, glass, or composite materials and shall have textured, embossed, sculpted or painted finishes. Exterior walls must include more than two of the following architectural features: columns, pilasters, belt courses, brackets, arches, decorative molding, quoins and similar architectural features.
(3) All new retail buildings shall have windows, doors or display areas that cover 25 percent of the first floor frontage wall area (walls that face frontage streets). Structures in residential zones are not required to have a minimum amount of glass or display area.
(4) Pedestrian entries for all structures shall be visible from the frontage street, driveways and off-street parking areas. Pedestrian entries must be emphasized through landscaped entry approaches consistent with the building design and theme, by the use of modulation to emphasize indentation or protrusion of that portion of the building containing the entrance, or by the inclusion of porte-cochere or other covered entry methods.
(5) Signage affixed to the building must be no higher than the roofline of the building.
(6) No heating, air conditioning, electrical or other mechanical equipment shall be installed on a roof slope that faces a public street. All equipment installed on the roof must be screened from the street level by a solid, nonreflective barrier that incorporates the building’s architectural style. [Ord. 3637 § 2, 2003; Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.080.]
(1) All equipment, material or goods not housed or stored within the primary structure shall be within a 100 percent sight-obscuring fence, wall or structure.
(2) Gas meters, electric service boxes and other mechanical equipment shall be screened from public view by sight-obscuring fence, walls or planting materials.
(3) Outdoor garden sales areas associated with retail buildings shall be enclosed with an enclosure other than chain link or other wire fencing material. Enclosures of garden sales areas must incorporate false walls in the fencing design that match or complement the architectural features of the main building walls. [Ord. 3763 § 8, 2006; Ord. 3637 § 3, 2003; Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.090.]
(1) Temporary businesses are only permitted on lots that are fully developed with curb, gutter and sidewalk and improved with parking lots, landscaping and buildings.
(2) Temporary businesses must be located at least 300 feet from the property line of any residentially zoned property.
(3) Goods, wares and merchandise of any kind can only be displayed or offered for sale from the temporary business vehicle or conveyance.
(4) Only one temporary business vehicle is permitted per licensee and lot or parcel.
(5) Temporary businesses must be located at least 300 feet apart.
(6) No ancillary or accessory equipment of any kind is permitted to be used with a temporary business, including but not limited to: tables, chairs, benches, picnic tables, umbrellas, propane tanks, tents, awnings, carport structures, satellite dishes, recreational equipment, amusement devices, entertainment equipment, portable or temporary shelters, portable heaters, temporary lighting fixtures, decorative lighting, coolers not located on the business vehicle, freezers/refrigerators not located on the business vehicle, carpet, fencing, and faux landscape elements.
(7) No parking lot modifications are permitted for the location of temporary businesses, including but not limited to: curbing, concrete slabs, decking and patios.
(8) Signage is only permitted on the temporary business vehicle and not on public right-of-way or in parking lots.
(9) No advertising for services, activities and products that are not available on or from the temporary business vehicle is permitted.
(10) Temporary businesses must be located at least 25 feet from any public right-of-way.
(11) Temporary businesses must locate in an area of the parking lot that will not impede fire lanes or the use of drive aisles within and around parking lots.
(12) Required off-street parking cannot be diminished by the location and operation of a temporary business.
(13) The above is not applicable to food trucks and other mobile vendors. These businesses shall adhere to Chapter 5.75 PMC and PMC 25.165.215. [Ord. 4722 § 6, 2024; Ord. 4288 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3972 § 3, 2010; Code 1970 § 25.58.095.]
No sign shall be erected, re-erected, constructed, painted, posted, applied or structurally altered except as provided in this section and pursuant to the approval of the Director of Community and Economic Development. All signs shall comply with the International Building Code and PMC Title 17. All signs in the I-182 overlay district shall also conform to the following:
(1) Prohibited Signs.
(a) Portable readerboards, flashing, movable or moving signs;
(b) Signs, which by coloring, shape, wording or location resemble or conflict with traffic control signs or devices;
(c) Signs that create a safety hazard.
(2) Permitted Signs.
(a) Permanent subdivision signs or area name signs of a permanent character at street entrances or entrances to a specific area or development. These signs shall not exceed six feet in height;
(b) Temporary banners, flags, pennants not to exceed a period of 60 days;
(c) Contractor, architect or engineer signs that identify the project are permitted during the period of construction;
(d) Standard official, directional, informational, warning, or safety signs and street signs.
(3) Nonconforming Signs.
(a) Signs that were permanently installed and legally erected prior to the adoption of this ordinance shall be allowed to remain in use so long as they are continuously maintained. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.100.]
No loading or receiving dock shall be accessed directly from a public street. Loading and receiving docks shall not be permitted in the front yard portion of a building or building site. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.110.]
All off-street parking shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 25.185 PMC. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.120.]
Existing, legal nonconforming lots, structures or uses will conform to the provisions set forth in Chapter 25.170 PMC, Nonconforming Uses. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.130.]
Where relief is sought from the provisions of this chapter, application shall be made in the form of a letter explaining the relief sought and the reasons therefor, accompanied by a scaled site plan and a $100.00 fee. The complete application shall be filed with the Director of Community and Economic Development. Within 15 working days from the date of receipt of a complete application, the Director of Community and Economic Development shall issue a written decision to approve, approve with modifications, or deny the request for relief. Any decision of the Director of Community and Economic Development may be appealed to the City Council if written notice of appeal, which shall include all and exclusive reasons for said appeal, is filed with the Director of Community and Economic Development within 10 working days from the date of the decision. In the event a written decision is not issued by the Director of Community and Economic Development within the required time period, the application for relief shall automatically constitute a qualified and properly filed notice of appeal and shall be considered by the City Council in accordance with this section. The City Council, within 30 calendar days from the date of filing of the appeal, shall consider the appeal at a regular meeting thereof, but such consideration shall be limited to the reasons included in the written notice of appeal and shall include the written decision of the Director of Community and Economic Development and the reasons therefor. The City Council may affirm, modify or reverse the decision of the Director of Community and Economic Development. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.140.]
In addition to the penalties prescribed above, the City Council may itself remedy a violation of this chapter and place a lien upon the property as permitted by law. Use of this provision, however, shall be preceded by written notification directed by certified mail to the owner of the property in violation. Said notification shall describe the violation and shall provide at least 10 calendar days from date of receipt of written notification during which the owner may cause the violation to be remedied. In the presence of seasonal or other practical consideration, the time period in which violations are to be remedied may be reasonably extended by written instrument acknowledged by the person responsible for such remedy and approved by the Director of Community and Economic Development charged with enforcement of this title. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.160.]
Corridor Overlay District
The purpose of the I-182 overlay district is to provide additional development regulations to create aesthetically attractive buildings and commercial development within the I-182 corridor of the City. It is intended that the additional provisions of this chapter will provide design control for building height, building and site illumination, off-street parking and loading, building setbacks, and building materials, all to facilitate an aesthetically pleasing environment. The purpose and intent of this chapter are met by adhering to the following design control categories:
(1) Building Location. Building location and the relationship of one building to another to provide for pedestrian areas such as courtyards, plazas, parks, walkways, etc.
(2) Functionality. The layout of the buildings, parking areas, pedestrian areas, landscape and open areas are conducive to the topography and existing features of the site. Parking areas function well with the overall site and do not inhibit pedestrian movement. Traffic flow and circulation is predictable within designated driving areas.
(3) Lighting. Lighting standards and fixtures are of a size compatible with the general character of the buildings and general area. All lighting provides adequate light for safety and should be limited to specific sites and not produce glare to surrounding areas.
(4) Natural Setting. The relationship of the natural setting or the site to the corridor and the slope to the river is used to enhance the overall layout of the plan.
(5) Architectural Amenities. Create aesthetically attractive buildings within commercial areas that enhance the overall development of the commercial uses. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.010.]
The development and design standards of this overlay district will apply to all multifamily zones, office districts (O), retail business districts (C-1), general business districts (C-3), regional business districts (C-R) and business park districts (B-P) located in the I-182 corridor, generally described as that area located westerly of Road 36 and lying between the Franklin County Irrigation District Canal on the south and the City limits on the north; said area being more particularly described as:
Beginning at a point on the North meander line of the Columbia River, said point being the intersection of the North meander line of the Columbia River and the north line of the south half of the southwest quarter of Section 12, T9N, R28E; Thence, easterly along said north line and continuing easterly along the north line of the south half of the SE quarter of said Section 12, to a point on said north line 808 feet more or less westerly of the NW corner of the SE quarter of the SE quarter of said Section 12, Thence North 05° 20' 0" East, for a distance of 1,777.0 feet to the East line of the West half of the West half of Northeast quarter of said Section 12; Thence Northerly along said east line bearing North 01°, 18', 0" east, to the north line of said Section 12; Thence easterly along the north line of said Section 12 and continuing easterly along the north line of Sections 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 all in Township 9 North, Range 29 East to the NE corner of said Section 11; Thence southerly along the east line of said Section 11 and continuing southerly along the east lines of Sections 14 and 23, Township 9 North, Range 29 East, to the south right-of-way line of Interstate 182; Thence northwesterly along said right-of-way line of the south line of the Franklin County Irrigation District Canal right-of-way; Thence westerly along said south line of the Franklin County Irrigation District Canal right-of-way to the east right-of-way line of Road 100; Thence southerly along said east right-of-way line of Road 100 to the southeasterly projection of south line of Lot 29, Block 2 Peppermint Terrace Third Addition; Thence northwesterly along said projection and continuing northwesterly along the south line of Lots 22 through 29 all of Block 2 Peppermint Terrace Third Addition to the northwest boundary of said Addition; Thence continuing northwesterly along the northwesterly projection of said south line a distance of 657.5 feet; Thence south 46° 45' 43" west a distance of 779 feet; Thence north 43° 14' 17" west for a distance of 450 feet; Thence north 46° 42' 28" east a distance of 312 feet; Thence north 43° 17' 32" for a distance of 300 feet; Thence north 46° 42' 28" east for a distance of 85 feet; Thence north 43° 17' 32" west for a distance of 340 feet to the easterly right-of-way line of Crescent Drive; Thence northeasterly along said easterly right-of-way line of Crescent Drive to the intersection with the south line of the FCID Canal right-of-way; Thence westerly along said south line to the north line of Section 18, T9N, R29E; Thence westerly along the north line of said Section 18 to the intersection with the south right-of-way line of Interstate 182; Thence southwesterly along said south right-of-way line of Interstate 182 to the intersection with the North meander line of the Columbia River; Thence northwesterly along the North meander line of the Columbia River to the point of the beginning.
[Ord. 3972 § 2, 2010; Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.020.]
This chapter shall be used in addition to and in combination with the districts identified in PMC 25.130.020 and development regulations contained in this title as they apply to the lands described in PMC 25.130.020. The requirements of this chapter shall take precedence over the requirements of the underlying district regulations. However, the landscape provisions of this chapter shall be in addition to the landscape and screening provisions provided in Chapter 25.180 PMC. In apparent cases of conflict between provisions, the most restrictive shall prevail. [Ord. 3763 § 3, 2006; Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.030.]
Plans shall comply with the provisions of PMC 25.180.090. [Ord. 3763 § 4, 2006; Code 1970 § 25.58.040.]
For conditions of approval see the provisions of PMC 25.180.100. [Ord. 3763 § 5, 2006; Code 1970 § 25.58.050.]
(1) Existing trees and shrubs may be included in the application of these standards, provided they are depicted on the plan and retained.
(2) No landscape areas shall contain artificial grass, trees, plants or other artificial materials as a live vegetative substitute.
(3) There shall be at least one tree and three shrubs for every 300 square feet of landscaped area.
(4) Road Frontage.
(a) Landscaped buffers on commercial properties adjacent to or across a public or private street or alley from residentially zoned properties must be a minimum of 15 feet in width.
(b) Landscaping in the unused portion of the right-of-way shall match the established landscaping pattern and theme for the street.
(5) Pedestrian Walkways.
(a) Excluding pedestrian connections through parking lots, walkways shall be landscaped their entire length. Trees shall be a minimum of three feet from sidewalks and curbs at the time of planting, except where tree wells are utilized. [Ord. 3763 § 6, 2006; Ord. 3637 § 1, 2003; Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.060.]
All landscape maintenance shall comply with the provisions of PMC 25.180.120. [Ord. 3763 § 7, 2006; Code 1970 § 25.58.070.]
The following design standards shall apply to all buildings in the I-182 corridor overlay district to provide for and require architectural amenities be incorporated into all building designs. Building designs must incorporate architectural features and detailing to create visual interest.
(1) All buildings within a multi-building complex must achieve unity of design through the use of similar architectural elements, such as roof form, exterior building design and materials, colors and window patterns.
(2) All new buildings shall have exterior walls that are constructed of one or more of the following materials: wood, brick, stucco, block, glass, or composite materials and shall have textured, embossed, sculpted or painted finishes. Exterior walls must include more than two of the following architectural features: columns, pilasters, belt courses, brackets, arches, decorative molding, quoins and similar architectural features.
(3) All new retail buildings shall have windows, doors or display areas that cover 25 percent of the first floor frontage wall area (walls that face frontage streets). Structures in residential zones are not required to have a minimum amount of glass or display area.
(4) Pedestrian entries for all structures shall be visible from the frontage street, driveways and off-street parking areas. Pedestrian entries must be emphasized through landscaped entry approaches consistent with the building design and theme, by the use of modulation to emphasize indentation or protrusion of that portion of the building containing the entrance, or by the inclusion of porte-cochere or other covered entry methods.
(5) Signage affixed to the building must be no higher than the roofline of the building.
(6) No heating, air conditioning, electrical or other mechanical equipment shall be installed on a roof slope that faces a public street. All equipment installed on the roof must be screened from the street level by a solid, nonreflective barrier that incorporates the building’s architectural style. [Ord. 3637 § 2, 2003; Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.080.]
(1) All equipment, material or goods not housed or stored within the primary structure shall be within a 100 percent sight-obscuring fence, wall or structure.
(2) Gas meters, electric service boxes and other mechanical equipment shall be screened from public view by sight-obscuring fence, walls or planting materials.
(3) Outdoor garden sales areas associated with retail buildings shall be enclosed with an enclosure other than chain link or other wire fencing material. Enclosures of garden sales areas must incorporate false walls in the fencing design that match or complement the architectural features of the main building walls. [Ord. 3763 § 8, 2006; Ord. 3637 § 3, 2003; Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.090.]
(1) Temporary businesses are only permitted on lots that are fully developed with curb, gutter and sidewalk and improved with parking lots, landscaping and buildings.
(2) Temporary businesses must be located at least 300 feet from the property line of any residentially zoned property.
(3) Goods, wares and merchandise of any kind can only be displayed or offered for sale from the temporary business vehicle or conveyance.
(4) Only one temporary business vehicle is permitted per licensee and lot or parcel.
(5) Temporary businesses must be located at least 300 feet apart.
(6) No ancillary or accessory equipment of any kind is permitted to be used with a temporary business, including but not limited to: tables, chairs, benches, picnic tables, umbrellas, propane tanks, tents, awnings, carport structures, satellite dishes, recreational equipment, amusement devices, entertainment equipment, portable or temporary shelters, portable heaters, temporary lighting fixtures, decorative lighting, coolers not located on the business vehicle, freezers/refrigerators not located on the business vehicle, carpet, fencing, and faux landscape elements.
(7) No parking lot modifications are permitted for the location of temporary businesses, including but not limited to: curbing, concrete slabs, decking and patios.
(8) Signage is only permitted on the temporary business vehicle and not on public right-of-way or in parking lots.
(9) No advertising for services, activities and products that are not available on or from the temporary business vehicle is permitted.
(10) Temporary businesses must be located at least 25 feet from any public right-of-way.
(11) Temporary businesses must locate in an area of the parking lot that will not impede fire lanes or the use of drive aisles within and around parking lots.
(12) Required off-street parking cannot be diminished by the location and operation of a temporary business.
(13) The above is not applicable to food trucks and other mobile vendors. These businesses shall adhere to Chapter 5.75 PMC and PMC 25.165.215. [Ord. 4722 § 6, 2024; Ord. 4288 § 1, 2016; Ord. 3972 § 3, 2010; Code 1970 § 25.58.095.]
No sign shall be erected, re-erected, constructed, painted, posted, applied or structurally altered except as provided in this section and pursuant to the approval of the Director of Community and Economic Development. All signs shall comply with the International Building Code and PMC Title 17. All signs in the I-182 overlay district shall also conform to the following:
(1) Prohibited Signs.
(a) Portable readerboards, flashing, movable or moving signs;
(b) Signs, which by coloring, shape, wording or location resemble or conflict with traffic control signs or devices;
(c) Signs that create a safety hazard.
(2) Permitted Signs.
(a) Permanent subdivision signs or area name signs of a permanent character at street entrances or entrances to a specific area or development. These signs shall not exceed six feet in height;
(b) Temporary banners, flags, pennants not to exceed a period of 60 days;
(c) Contractor, architect or engineer signs that identify the project are permitted during the period of construction;
(d) Standard official, directional, informational, warning, or safety signs and street signs.
(3) Nonconforming Signs.
(a) Signs that were permanently installed and legally erected prior to the adoption of this ordinance shall be allowed to remain in use so long as they are continuously maintained. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.100.]
No loading or receiving dock shall be accessed directly from a public street. Loading and receiving docks shall not be permitted in the front yard portion of a building or building site. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.110.]
All off-street parking shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 25.185 PMC. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.120.]
Existing, legal nonconforming lots, structures or uses will conform to the provisions set forth in Chapter 25.170 PMC, Nonconforming Uses. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.130.]
Where relief is sought from the provisions of this chapter, application shall be made in the form of a letter explaining the relief sought and the reasons therefor, accompanied by a scaled site plan and a $100.00 fee. The complete application shall be filed with the Director of Community and Economic Development. Within 15 working days from the date of receipt of a complete application, the Director of Community and Economic Development shall issue a written decision to approve, approve with modifications, or deny the request for relief. Any decision of the Director of Community and Economic Development may be appealed to the City Council if written notice of appeal, which shall include all and exclusive reasons for said appeal, is filed with the Director of Community and Economic Development within 10 working days from the date of the decision. In the event a written decision is not issued by the Director of Community and Economic Development within the required time period, the application for relief shall automatically constitute a qualified and properly filed notice of appeal and shall be considered by the City Council in accordance with this section. The City Council, within 30 calendar days from the date of filing of the appeal, shall consider the appeal at a regular meeting thereof, but such consideration shall be limited to the reasons included in the written notice of appeal and shall include the written decision of the Director of Community and Economic Development and the reasons therefor. The City Council may affirm, modify or reverse the decision of the Director of Community and Economic Development. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.140.]
In addition to the penalties prescribed above, the City Council may itself remedy a violation of this chapter and place a lien upon the property as permitted by law. Use of this provision, however, shall be preceded by written notification directed by certified mail to the owner of the property in violation. Said notification shall describe the violation and shall provide at least 10 calendar days from date of receipt of written notification during which the owner may cause the violation to be remedied. In the presence of seasonal or other practical consideration, the time period in which violations are to be remedied may be reasonably extended by written instrument acknowledged by the person responsible for such remedy and approved by the Director of Community and Economic Development charged with enforcement of this title. [Ord. 3515 § 1, 2001; Code 1970 § 25.58.160.]