A.    The classification system used in the comprehensive plan was established and mapped to implement the policies and intent of the comprehensive plan.

B.    Zoning boundaries are depicted on the city’s official zoning map, which is hereby adopted by reference. The abbreviated zoning designations used in this division have the same meaning as the entire zoning district classification title as stated above.

C.    Notwithstanding any provisions in this division to the contrary, the location of lot lines or setback lines at a development and construction related thereto shall be the responsibility of the applicant/owner. (Ord. 618 § 3 (part), 2013: Ord. 610 § 7 (part), 2012)

A.    The location and boundaries of all zones or districts designated in this division are hereby established as shown on the map entitled, “City of Rainier Official Zoning Map,” as adopted herewith and as may be amended from time to time, and hereafter may be referred to as “the zoning map.” An original, signed copy of the zoning map containing the zoning districts designated at the time of adoption of the ordinance codified in this division shall be retained in the office of the city clerk pursuant to RCW 35.63.100, and duplicates shall be filed in the community development department for reference and public distribution. All amendments thereafter made to the zoning map shall be made by ordinance and shall be reflected on such map, and it shall be the responsibility of the community development department to ensure that an up-to-date map is maintained at all times.

B.    Where questions arise concerning the location of a district boundary, the designee shall interpret the zone boundaries as a Process I land use action. (Ord. 618 § 3 (part), 2013: Ord. 610 § 7 (part), 2012)

A.    Intent. The R-EN zone is characterized by neighborhoods that were platted as part of a subdivision completed within the last forty (40) years. These neighborhoods typically include single-family homes and are not anticipated to change significantly for the foreseeable future. As a result, the zone attempts to retain the characteristics of the current neighborhoods. Minimum lot sizes are established based on existing lot sizes within the neighborhood and single-family homes are intended to remain as a primary use, though accessory dwelling units are also allowed.

B.    Physical Development. Standards applicable to physical development in the R-EN zone are provided on the following pages. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced document, division, chapter or section for additional standards.

C.    Allowed Uses and Use Standards. Standards applicable to use are provided in this subsection. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced division, chapter, or section for additional standards. All standards in this division are applicable unless stated otherwise.

D.    Lot Standards.

1.    Lot Size.

a.    City Standard. Minimum lot size is based on the minimum lot size for the neighborhood, as identified on the city’s official zoning map.

i.    Binghampton Estates: 0.25 acres.

ii.    Raintree Loop: 0.25 acres.

iii.    Trotter Downs: 0.25 acres.

iv.    Volesky Drive: 0.25 acres.

v.    Karen Court: 0.35 acres.

vi.    Rainier Estates: 0.35 acres.

vii.    Country Estates: 1.00 acre.

viii.    Rainier Oaks: 1.00 acre.

b.    Thurston County Standard. Notwithstanding the lot sizes listed in subsection (D)(1)(a) of this section, the city defers to the Thurston County Health Department to determine minimum lot size.

c.    More Restrictive Lot Size Applies. Where a conflict between the city standard and the Thurston County standard exists, the more restrictive shall apply.

2.    Residential Density. Density is calculated by dividing the number of units by the site area. The allowed density is generally based on the availability of sewers. Where sewer is not available, the city defers to the Thurston County Health Department to establish maximum densities.

a.    Individual Water and Septic. 1 du/ac (max).

b.    Public Water and Individual Septic. 2 to 3.48 dus/ac (max.).

c.    Public Water and Sewer. Based on minimum lot size for neighborhood.

E.    Development Options and Subdivision. (Reserved).

F.    Additional Zone-Specific Standards. (Reserved). (Ord. 665 § 28 (part), 2017)

A.    Intent. The R 6-8 zone is characterized by larger lots that are undeveloped or minimally developed. The area is intended to develop with primarily single-family homes, though uses such as duplexes, townhouses, and some small apartments may be appropriate, so long as the uses fall within the allowed density ranges. Where a development is sought to be constructed on septic systems, the development should be clustered to ensure that the future build out of the site meets minimum density requirements. Streets are meant to be well connected and dead-end roads are discouraged to promote a high degree of connectivity for pedestrians and vehicles.

B.    Physical Development. Standards applicable to physical development in the R 6-8 zone are provided on the following pages. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced document, division, chapter or section for additional standards.

C.    Allowed Uses and Use Standards. Standards applicable to use are provided in this subsection. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced division or section for additional standards. All standards in Division 3 are applicable unless stated otherwise.

D.    Lot Standards.

1.    Lot Size.

a.    City Standard. No minimum lot size has been established.

b.    Thurston County Standard. The city defers to the Thurston County Health Department to determine minimum lot size.

2.    Residential Density. Density is calculated by dividing the number of units by the site area. The allowed density is generally based on the availability of sewers. Where sewer is not available, the city defers to the Thurston County Health Department to establish maximum densities.

a.    Individual Water and Septic. 1 du/ac (max.).

b.    Public Water and Individual Septic. 2 to 3.48 dus/ac (max.).

c.    Public Water and Sewer. 6 (min.) to 8 (max.) dus/ac.

E.    Development Options and Subdivision. (Reserved).

F.    Additional Zone-Specific Standards. (Reserved). (Ord. 665 § 28 (part), 2017)

A.    Intent. The R 8-25 zone includes neighborhoods in or near downtown Rainier that are composed primarily of single-family homes on lots that range from 3,500 square feet to over an acre in size. These lots are primarily associated with historic plats in the city of Rainier, such as the Plat of Rainier and Moore’s Addition, though some land not included in these plats is also included in the zone.

The R 8-25 zone is intended to promote higher densities of housing near the center of Rainier to encourage a highly walkable downtown. A variety of residential units are allowed, so long as the units meet the minimum density requirements for the area. Where development is sought to be constructed on septic systems, the development must be clustered to ensure that future build-out of a property meets required minimum densities.

B.    Physical Development. Standards applicable to physical development in the R 8-25 zone are provided on the following pages. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced document, division, chapter or section for additional standards.

C.    Allowed Uses and Use Standards. Standards applicable to use are provided in this subsection. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced division or section for additional standards. All standards in this division are applicable unless stated otherwise.

D.    Lot Standards.

1.    Lot Size.

a.    City Standard. No minimum lot size has been established.

b.    Thurston County Standard. The city defers to the Thurston County Health Department to determine minimum lot size.

2.    Residential Density. Density is calculated by dividing the number of units by the site area. The allowed density is generally based on the availability of sewers. Where sewer is not available, the city defers to the Thurston County Health Department to establish maximum densities.

a.    Individual Water and Septic. 1 (max.) du/ac.

b.    Public Water and Individual Septic. 2 to 3.48 (max.) du/ac.

c.    Public Water and Sewer. 8 (min.) to 25 (max.) du/ac.

E.    Development Options and Subdivision. (Reserved).

F.    Additional Zone-Specific Standards. (Reserved). (Ord. 665 § 28 (part), 2017)

A.    Intent. The CC zone is situated in the center of Rainier, and is meant to function as the community’s pedestrian-oriented downtown. Development is meant to promote the walkable nature of this area and include buildings set at or near the front property line with uses that generate pedestrian traffic typically located on the ground floor of buildings. Residential uses are encouraged in the CC zone.

B.    Physical Development. Standards applicable to physical development in the CC zone are provided in this section. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced document, division, chapter or section for additional standards.

C.    Allowed Uses and Use Standards. Standards applicable to use are provided in this subsection. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced division or section for additional standards. All standards in this division are applicable unless stated otherwise.

D.    Lot Standards.

1.    Lot Size.

a.    City Standard. No minimum lot size has been established.

b.    Thurston County Standard. The city defers to the Thurston County Health Department to determine minimum lot size.

2.    Circle Diameter. Forty-five (45) feet.

3.    Residential Density. Density is calculated by dividing the number of units by the site area. The allowed density is generally based on the availability of sewers. Where sewer is not available, the city defers to the Thurston County Health Department to establish maximum densities.

a.    Individual Water and Septic. One (max.) du/ac.

b.    Public Water and Individual Septic. Two to 3.48 (max.) dus/ac.

c.    Public Water and Sewer. Fourteen (14) (max.) dus/ac.

4.    Commercial and Industrial Density. Density is based on a unit volume of sewage for commercial or industrial use. The allowed density is generally based on the availability of sewers. Where sewer is not available, the city defers to the Thurston County Health Department to establish maximum densities.

E.    Development Options and Subdivision. (Reserved).

F.    Additional Zone-Specific Standards.

1.    Residential Uses. Residential uses may only be allowed as part of a mixed-use development.

2.    Restaurants and Bars. Restaurants and bars that exclusively serve persons twenty-one (21) years or older must be at located least two hundred (200) feet from elementary and secondary education facilities.

a.    Distance shall be measured along a sidewalk or public right-of-way.

b.    For the purposes of this regulation, “elementary and secondary education facilities” shall mean buildings housing such uses as well as school playgrounds and playfields.

3.    Craft Food Production. Craft food production establishments that exclusively serve persons twenty-one (21) years or older must be at least two hundred (200) feet away from all elementary and secondary education facilities.

a.    Distance shall be measured along a sidewalk or public right-of-way.

b.    For the purposes of this regulation, “elementary and secondary education facilities” shall mean buildings housing such uses as well as school playgrounds and playfields.

4.    On-Street Parking. Required parking may be provided on street provided the following standards are met:

a.    An on-street parking space shall have the following length of uninterrupted curb adjoining to the lot of record of the proposed use:

b.    On-street parking shall not be provided along a yellow curb or other no parking areas put in place by the city or WSDOT.

c.    The on-street parking shall follow the established configuration of existing on-street parking.

d.    On-street parking spaces shall be available for use by the public at all times. Signs or actions limiting public use of on-street spaces are prohibited. (Ord. 665 § 29 (part), 2017)

A.    Intent. The SC zone contains parcels that are located along major roadways in Rainier that have less of an opportunity to construct large commercial centers than the highway commercial designation. The zone is meant to allow commercial development or residential development on these parcels and allow landowners some degree of flexibility in the use of their land.

B.    Physical Development. Standards applicable to physical development in the SC zone are provided in this section. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced document, division, chapter or section for additional standards.

C.    Allowed Uses and Use Standards. Standards applicable to use are provided in this subsection. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced division or section for additional standards. All standards in this division are applicable unless stated otherwise.

D.    Lot Standards.

1.    Lot Size.

a.    City Standard. No minimum lot size has been established.

b.    Thurston County Standard. The city defers to the Thurston County health department to determine minimum lot size.

2.    Circle Diameter. Twenty-four (24) feet.

3.    Residential Density. Density is calculated by dividing the number of units by the site area. The allowed density is generally based on the availability of sewers. Where sewer is not available, the city defers to the Thurston County health department to establish maximum densities.

a.    Individual Water and Septic. One (max.) du/ac.

b.    Public Water and Individual Septic. Two to 3.48 (max.) dus/ac.

c.    Public Water and Sewer. Ten (10) (max.) dus/ac.

4.    Commercial and Industrial Density. Density is based on a unit volume of sewage for commercial or industrial use. The allowed density is generally based on the availability of sewers. Where sewer is not available, the city defers to the Thurston County health department to establish maximum densities.

E.    Development Options and Subdivision. (Reserved).

F.    Additional Zone-Specific Standards.

1.    Residential Uses. Residential uses may only be allowed as part of a mixed-use development.

2.    Conventional Lodging. Conventional lodging may only be allowed as part of a mixed-use development.

3.    Restaurants and Bars. Restaurants and bars that exclusively serve persons twenty-one (21) years or older must be at located least two hundred (200) feet from elementary and secondary education facilities.

a.    Distance shall be measured along a sidewalk or public right-of-way.

b.    For the purposes of this regulation, “elementary and secondary education facilities” shall mean buildings housing such uses as well as school playgrounds and playfields.

4.    Craft Food Production. Craft food production establishments that exclusively serve persons twenty-one (21) years or older must be at least two hundred (200) feet away from all elementary and secondary education facilities.

a.    Distance shall be measured along a sidewalk or public right-of-way.

b.    For the purposes of this regulation, “elementary and secondary education facilities” shall mean buildings housing such uses as well as school playgrounds and playfields.

5.    Heavy Retail/Sales. Heavy retail and sales uses must take access from an arterial road, as identified in the comprehensive plan.

6.    On-Street Parking. Required parking may be provided on street provided the following standards are met:

a.    An on-street parking space shall have the following length of uninterrupted curb adjoining to the lot of record of the proposed use:

b.    On-street parking shall not be provided along a yellow curb or other no-parking areas put in place by the city or WSDOT.

c.    The on-street parking shall follow the established configuration of existing on-street parking.

d.    On-street parking spaces shall be available for use by the public at all times. Signs or actions limiting public use of on-street spaces are prohibited. (Ord 689 § 1, 2020; Ord. 665 § 29 (part), 2017)

A.    Intent. The HC zone is situated in large areas of continuous ownership along Highway 507 that provide the opportunity to construct commercial centers to provide goods and services for the residents of Rainier. Developments within these areas will typically include some type of anchor retailer or institution, such as a grocery store, and include a number of complementary shops that are primarily accessed by the automobile.

B.    Physical Development. Standards applicable to physical development in the HC zone are provided in this section. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced document, division, chapter or section for additional standards.

C.    Allowed Uses and Use Standards. Standards applicable to use are provided in this subsection. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced division or section for additional standards. All standards in this division are applicable unless stated otherwise.

D.    Lot Standards.

1.    Lot Size.

a.    City Standard. No minimum lot size has been established.

b.    Thurston County Standard. The city defers to the Thurston County health department to determine minimum lot size.

2.    Circle Diameter. Forty (40) feet.

3.    Residential Density. Density is calculated by dividing the number of units by the site area. The allowed density is generally based on the availability of sewers. Where sewer is not available, the city defers to the Thurston County health department to establish maximum densities.

a.    Individual Water and Septic. One (max.) du/ac.

b.    Public Water and Individual Septic. Two to 3.48 (max.) dus/ac.

c.    Public Water and Sewer. Fourteen (14) (max.) dus/ac.

4.    Commercial and Industrial Density. Density is based on a unit volume of sewage for commercial or industrial use. The allowed density is generally based on the availability of sewers. Where sewer is not available, the city defers to the Thurston County health department to establish maximum densities.

E.    Development Options and Subdivision. (Reserved).

F.    Additional Zone-Specific Standards.

1.    Residential Uses. Residential uses may only be allowed as part of a mixed-use development.

2.    On-Street Parking. Required parking may be provided on street provided the following standards are met:

a.    An on-street parking space shall have the following length of uninterrupted curb adjoining to the lot of record of the proposed use:

b.    On-street parking shall not be provided along a yellow curb or other no parking areas put in place by the city or WSDOT.

c.    The on-street parking shall follow the established configuration of existing on-street parking.

d.    On-street parking spaces shall be available for use by the public at all times. Signs or actions limiting public use of on-street spaces are prohibited. (Ord. 665 § 29 (part), 2017)

A.    Intent. The IND zone allows commercial and utility activities, as well as small- and large-scale industrial types of activities. The zone also provides an applicant the opportunity to create a master plan, subject to the provisions of Chapter 18.180, if an individual wants to develop a wider variety of commercial uses than are allowed by right within the zone.

B.    Physical Development. Standards applicable to physical development in the IND zone are provided on the following pages. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced document, division, chapter or section for additional standards.

C.    Allowed Uses and Use Standards. Standards applicable to use are provided in this subsection. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced division or section for additional standards. All standards in this division are applicable unless stated otherwise.

D.    Lot Standards.

1.    Lot Size.

a.    City Standard. No minimum lot size has been established.

b.    Thurston County Standard. The City defers to the Thurston County health department to determine minimum lot size.

2.    Residential Density. Residential uses are prohibited in the industrial zone.

3.    Commercial and Industrial Density. Density is based on a unit volume of sewage for commercial or industrial use. The allowed density is generally based on the availability of sewers. Where sewer is not available, the city defers to the Thurston County health department to establish maximum densities.

E.    Development Options and Subdivision. (Reserved).

F.    Additional Zone-Specific Standards

1.    Setbacks from Residential. Industrial uses must maintain a setback of at least twenty-five (25) feet from all residentially zoned property. Fencing, landscaping, or a combination of the two must be utilized in order to minimize potential adverse impacts on residential uses. (Ord. 689 § 2, 2020; Ord. 665 § 29 (part), 2017)

A.    Intent. The FRL zone provides for agricultural, mineral, and forest uses and some commercial and utilities activities. The zone is primarily established in consideration of resource lands of long-term significance that are currently within the city of Rainier.

B.    Physical Development. Standards applicable to physical development in the FRL zone are provided in this section. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced document, division, chapter or section for additional standards.

C.    Allowed Uses and Use Standards. Standards applicable to use are provided in this subsection. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced division or section for additional standards. All standards in this division are applicable unless stated otherwise.

D.    Lot Standards. (Reserved.)

E.    Development Options and Subdivision. (Reserved.)

F.    Additional Zone-Specific Standards (Reserved.) (Ord. 665 § 30 (part), 2017)

A.    Intent. The P/PF zone provides for moderate- and large-scale activities relating to the purposes of state and local governmental entities and semi-public institutions by providing necessary public services. The designation allows for the specialized needs of providing public services to all areas of Rainier.

B.    Physical Development. Standards applicable to physical development in the P/PF zone are provided in this section. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced document, division, chapter or section for additional standards.

C.    Allowed Uses and Use Standards. Standards applicable to use are provided in this subsection. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced division or section for additional standards. All standards in this division are applicable unless stated otherwise.

D.    Lot Standards. (Reserved.)

E.    Development Options and Subdivision. (Reserved.)

F.    Additional Zone-Specific Standards. (Reserved.) (Ord. 665 § 30 (part), 2017)

A.    Intent. T/OS/P zone contains parcels that have parks and recreational activities and their associated accessory uses. The zone is meant to continue the allowance of these uses.

B.    Physical Development. Standards applicable to physical development in the T/OS/P zone are provided in this section. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced document, division, chapter or section for additional standards.

C.    Allowed Uses and Use Standards. Standards applicable to use are provided in this subsection. Where a cross-reference is listed, see the referenced division or section for additional standards. All standards in this division are applicable unless stated otherwise.

D.    Lot Standards. (Reserved.)

E.    Development Options and Subdivision. (Reserved).

F.    Additional Zone-Specific Standards. (Reserved). (Ord. 665 § 30 (part), 2017)

The use schedule establishes the principal, accessory, and temporary uses allowed in each zone. The definitions and standards for each use are established in Sections 18.44.030 through 18.44.120 and referenced in the table. Additional uses may be allowed in a zone as part of an allowed development option as specified in Division 6 of this title, Subdivisions and Platting. The permit required for each allowed use is designated using the following symbols:

A.    “Y” denotes an allowed use that does not require a use permit. Physical development permits are still required as applicable.

B.    “A” denotes an allowed use that requires an administrative use permit to be obtained pursuant to Section 18.20.030.

C.    “C” denotes an allowed use that requires a conditional use permit to be obtained pursuant to Section 18.20.040. A conditional use is generally compatible with the character of a zone but requires individual review of its configuration, density, and intensity in order to mitigate effects that may be adverse to the desired character of the zone.

D.    “PF” denotes an allowed use that requires a public facilities use permit to be obtained pursuant to Section 18.20.060. Public facilities uses are inherently incompatible with the character of the zone, but essential to the community; therefore, some provision must be made for their existence and operation. Public facilities uses require specified locations due to common neighborhood opposition. These locations must be determined by a comprehensive community-wide selection process designed to identify locations that best serve the special use while minimizing the negative impacts and obtrusiveness. Public facilities uses also require individual review of their configuration, density, and intensity in order to mitigate effects that are adverse to the desired character of the zone. As a use, essential public facilities are treated as listed or substantially similar to listed use types, but may require a public facilities use permit even when another permit type is listed.

(Ord. 689 § 3, 2020; Ord. 665 § 31 (part), 2017)

A.    Definition of Use. “Use” means the purpose or activity for which land or buildings are designed, arranged, intended, divided, or occupied, maintained, rented, or leased, and includes any manner of performance of such activity with respect to the performance standards of these development standards. A use often involves the placement of structures or facilities for industry, commerce, habitation, or recreation.

B.    Classification of Uses.

1.    Principal Use. A “principal use” is a use that may exist as the sole use of the property. More than one principal use may exist on a property. A principal use includes all incidental uses. Principal uses are organized into ten (10) categories:

a.    Open Space Uses (Section 18.44.030).

b.    Residential Uses (Section 18.44.040).

c.    Lodging Uses (Section 18.44.050).

d.    Institutional Uses (Section 18.44.060).

e.    Commercial Uses (Section 18.44.070).

f.    Amusement and Recreation Uses (Section 18.44.080).

g.    Industrial Uses (Section 18.44.090).

h.    Transportation and Infrastructure Uses (Section 18.44.100).

i.    Accessory Uses (Section 18.44.110).

j.    Temporary Uses (Section 18.44.120).

2.    Incidental Use. An “incidental use” is a use that is commonly integrated into the operation of a principal use, even if the incidental use would be classified as a different use if it were separated.

3.    Accessory Use. An “accessory use” is a use that constitutes a minority of the use or character of the property and is secondary and subordinate to another use of the same property, but which is not an incidental use.

4.    Primary Use. A “primary use” is a use to which an accessory use is secondary and subordinate.

5.    Temporary Use. A “temporary use” is a use established for a fixed period of time.

C.    Multiple Uses. Each use listed as a separate row in the use schedule requires a permit unless the use is incidental to a permitted use or the use is exempt from a permit.

D.    Use Not Listed. If a use is not listed as a use in a zone, it must be considered to be a prohibited use. The community development director is authorized to make an interpretation pursuant to Section 18.20.020 to determine if a use not listed in this title is allowed or prohibited. If the community development director determines that a use is allowed, the community development director must also determine the zone(s) in which the use may be permitted and the type(s) of use permit required. (Ord. 665 § 31 (part), 2017)

A.    All Open Space Uses.

1.    Definition. An “open space use” is the enjoyment or maintenance of land that occurs predominantly outside of any structure.

B.    Forestry.

1.    Definition. “Forestry” is the commercial harvesting of forest products, and scientific research related to management of forestlands.

a.    Includes:

i.    Timber harvesting;

ii.    Gathering of forest products (for example: bark, berries, mushrooms);

iii.    Silviculture.

C.    Agriculture.

1.    Definition. “Agriculture” is the farming or ranching of land.

a.    Includes:

i.    Cultivation of the soil;

ii.    Production of forage or crops;

iii.    Growing of ornamental or landscaping plants;

iv.    Greenhouses;

v.    Rearing, feeding, and management of livestock. (Ord. 665 § 31 (part), 2017)

A.    All Residential Uses.

1.    Definition. A “residential use” is a living facility that includes permanent provision for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation.

B.    Detached Single-Family Unit.

1.    Definition. A “detached single-family unit” is a single residential unit occupied by not more than one family having no roof, wall, or floor in common with any other residential unit or nonresidential unit, except as modified below.

a.    Includes:

i.    Single-family units attached to accessory dwelling units;

ii.    Detached townhouse units;

iii.    Individual manufactured homes and modular homes when sited on a permanent foundation in accordance with Rainier’s building code.

b.    Does not include:

i.    Mobile homes;

ii.    Individual manufactured homes and modular homes when not sited on a permanent foundation;

iii.    Recreational vehicles.

2.    Standards.

a.    A detached single-family unit must be at least fourteen (14) feet in width at the narrowest point of its first story.

b.    Each entrance door of a detached single-family unit must have a finished porch or deck.

c.    If the detached single-family unit is a manufactured home, the following standards apply:

i.    The manufactured home must be no more than ten (10) years old on the date of installation; and

ii.    Proof of title elimination must be provided prior to building occupancy.

C.    Attached Single-Family Unit.

1.    Definition. An “attached single-family unit” is a residential unit occupied by not more than one family, which is connected to at least one other dwelling unit or nonresidential unit by one or more common walls.

a.    Includes:

i.    Attached townhouse units;

ii.    Condominiums.

b.    Does not include:

i.    Apartments;

ii.    Single-family units attached to accessory dwelling units.

D.    Apartment.

1.    Definition. An “apartment” is a single-family unit that cannot be owned as a separate, single unit.

a.    Does not include:

i.    Townhouse;

ii.    Condominium;

iii.    Accessory dwelling unit.

E.    Group Home.

1.    Definition. A “group home” is a residential unit occupied by more than six unrelated individuals, which typically offers shelter, medical and mental health services, and other care-related services to residents.

a.    Includes:

i.    Nursing homes and assisted living facilities;

ii.    Group living facilities with related sheltered care facilities;

iii.    Residential facilities for the developmentally disabled including on-site training facilities;

iv.    Dormitories.

b.    Does not include:

i.    Correctional group home.

F.    Correctional Group Home.

1.    Definition. “Correctional group home” means publicly or privately operated living accommodations for adults and juveniles under the jurisdiction of the criminal justice system.

a.    Includes:

i.    State-licensed group care homes or halfway houses for individuals that provide residence in lieu of incarceration.

ii.    Halfway houses providing residence to individuals needing correction or for individuals selected to participate in state-operated work release and prerelease programs.

iii.    Group homes for individuals who have been convicted of a violent crime against a person or a crime against property with a sexual motivation and charged or convicted as a sexual or assaultive violent predator.

2.    Standards.

a.    Separation.

i.    A correctional group home must be located a minimum of six hundred (600) feet from all other correctional group homes.

ii.    Correctional group homes must also be located a minimum of one thousand (1,000) feet from the following:

1.    Schools, both public and private;

2.    Parks and playgrounds; and

3.    Day care centers.

b.    Registration and Licensing. Group homes must obtain all licenses necessary for operation by state and federal agencies. (Ord. 665 § 31 (part), 2017)

A.    All Lodging Uses.

1.    Definition. A “lodging use” is a sleeping unit or residential unit rented such that occupancy is limited to less than thirty-one (31) days.

B.    Conventional Lodging.

1.    Definition. “Conventional lodging use” is any lodging use other than those specifically defined elsewhere in this section.

a.    Includes:

i.    Hotels;

ii.    Motels;

iii.    Boutique hotels and inns.

b.    Does not include:

i.    Short-term rental units;

ii.    Campgrounds;

iii.    Bed and breakfasts.

C.    Campground.

1.    Definition. A “campground” is an establishment providing campsites for accommodations such as tents, recreational vehicles, campers, or trailers that are brought to the campground for overnight or short-term use.

a.    Includes:

i.    Recreational vehicle (RV) parks;

b.    Does not include:

i.    Mobile home parks.

2.    Standards.

a.    Permanent Structures. A campground may have permanent structures that are solely for the occupants of the campground, including a management office, laundry facilities, storage facilities, sanitary facilities, outdoor or developed recreation facilities such as parks or playgrounds, and other amenities.

b.    Campsite. A campground campsite consists of a gravel, paved, or grass area where a recreational vehicle, camper, trailer, or tent is parked or located, and includes associated amenities and parking.

c.    Restroom and Shower Facilities. Restroom and shower facilities are required for all campgrounds based on the number of campsites and utility hookups at the campground.

d.    Occupancy. Campsite occupancy is limited to short-term use of less than thirty-one (31) days in any ninety (90) day period. Campground employees may be permitted to occupy a campsite for longer than thirty-one (31) days.

e.    Ownership. Each of the campsites located at a campground must be owned by the same entity that owns the campground. No fractional ownership, timeshares or memberships of campsites is permitted. (Ord. 665 § 31 (part), 2017)

A.    All Institutional Uses.

1.    Definition. An “institutional use” is the provision of a public or semi-public service by a public or private entity.

B.    Assembly.

1.    Definition. An “assembly use” is an institutional use typically characterized by a public or semi-public gathering area.

a.    Includes:

i.    Cemeteries;

ii.    Churches;

iii.    Community centers;

iv.    Libraries;

v.    Museums;

vi.    Hospitals;

vii.    Reception halls.

C.    Day Care Center.

1.    Definition. “Day care center” means the provision of care on a regular basis for a group of children or adults for periods of less than twenty-four (24) hours outside of a home setting, with no limitation as to the number of clients.

a.    Does not include:

i.    Family home day cares;

ii.    Home day cares.

2.    Standards.

a.    Each day care center must meet all applicable Washington State child care licensing requirements.

D.    School.

1.    Definition. “School” means public or private primary, secondary, vocational, or higher educational facilities.

E.    Emergency Services.

1.    Definition. “Emergency services” means the use of a property for police, fire, or emergency medical aid, including private ambulance services. (Ord. 665 § 31 (part), 2017)

A.    All Commercial Uses.

1.    Definition. A “commercial use” is the sale of goods or services.

B.    Office.

1.    Definition. An “office use” is a professional service or other activity customarily provided in an office environment where appointments are scheduled.

a.    Includes:

i.    Legal, accounting, investment, and financial services;

ii.    Medical, dental, and other health services;

iii.    Engineering, architectural, and other design services;

iv.    Counseling and social services;

v.    Insurance and real estate;

vi.    Broadcast studios for television and radio;

vii.    Administrative and sales offices for business, industry, and government; provided, that only administrative, bookkeeping, and clerical types of activities are conducted on site.

C.    Retail.

1.    Definition. “Retail” is the sale of goods.

a.    Includes:

i.    Retail sale of antiques, apparel and accessories, auto parts, books, sporting goods, hardware, liquor, home furnishings, computers and electronics, and other general specialty merchandise;

ii.    Food stores, delis, health food, drug stores, retail bakeries;

iii.    Candy and ice cream/yogurt shops.

D.    Service.

1.    Definition. “Service” is the provision of a service outside of an office environment, in a typically nonscheduled environment.

a.    Includes:

i.    Banks, savings and loans, and credit unions;

ii.    Laundry and dry cleaners, including self-service laundries;

iii.    Beauty and barber shops;

iv.    Tanning and massage;

v.    Repair and maintenance of small appliances, TV and electronics, furniture, garments, shoes and other leather goods, including tack;

vi.    Taxidermy;

vii.    Mortuary/funeral home;

viii.    Pet grooming, kennels and veterinary services, with indoor runs only.

E.    Restaurant/Bar.

1.    Definition. A “restaurant” or “bar” is an establishment oriented to the serving of food and/or beverages.

F.    Mobile Food Vendor.

1.    Definition. A “mobile food vendor” is a food establishment that is readily movable.

a.    Includes:

i.    Food trucks;

ii.    Pushcarts;

iii.    Trailers hauled by a licensed vehicle.

G.    Heavy Retail/Service.

1.    Definition. “Heavy retail/service uses” are retail or service uses that are of a greater intensity and impact than other retail or service uses and may include outdoor storage areas.

a.    Includes:

i.    Retail sales of lumber and building supplies and materials;