The purpose of this classification and its application is to establish areas permitting a greater dwelling density than is allowed in more restrictive residential classifications, while protecting against hazards, objectionable influences, building congestion, and lack of light, air and privacy. The multifamily district may be utilized as a transition area between lower-density residential areas, which are less intensive areas, and commercial areas, which are more intensive. Certain essential and compatible public service facilities and institutions are permitted in this district. [Ord. 15-21 § 8, 2021; Ord. 21-20 § 12, 2020; Ord. 15-17 § 1 (Exh. A), 2017; Ord. 24-12 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 40-07 § 1, 2007].

The essential use of the multifamily residential use districts is multifamily residential dwelling units. [Ord. 15-21 § 8, 2021; Ord. 21-20 § 12, 2020; Ord. 15-17 § 1 (Exh. A), 2017; Ord. 24-12 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 40-07 § 1, 2007].

Area and dimensional requirements including setbacks, lot area, lot width, lot depth, building height and lot coverage are found in Table 17.54.050.1. Specific exceptions are listed in WRMC 17.54.050. [Ord. 15-21 § 8, 2021; Ord. 21-20 § 12, 2020; Ord. 15-17 § 1 (Exh. A), 2017; Ord. 24-12 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 40-07 § 1, 2007. Formerly § 17.39.060].

For provisions on general regulations, see Chapter 17.54 WRMC, Articles I and II. [Ord. 15-21 § 8, 2021; Ord. 21-20 § 12, 2020; Ord. 15-17 § 1 (Exh. A), 2017; Ord. 24-12 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 40-07 § 1, 2007. Formerly § 17.39.070].

For provisions on off-street parking and loading requirements, see Chapter 17.57 WRMC. [Ord. 15-21 § 8, 2021; Ord. 21-20 § 12, 2020; Ord. 15-17 § 1 (Exh. A), 2017; Ord. 24-12 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 40-07 § 1, 2007. Formerly § 17.39.080].