Westport City Zoning Code

Storage of recreational vehicles.

Camping in permitted recreational vehicle parks and campgrounds.

All setback requirements of the zoning designation are met, with the exception of the front yard setback which does not apply. No setback is required from interior lot lines provided the recreational vehicle or tent is sight screened. No part of the unit may encroach into a public right-of-way or utility easement.

The recreational vehicle must be self-contained or temporarily connected to a permitted, permanent city utility connection and all connections shall comply with Grays Harbor health department standards.

The recreational vehicle or tent must be located totally upon the residential lot, and shall not encroach into any public way or adjacent property.

Camping on a residential lot is considered a temporary activity. Permanent occupation or rental/lease agreements involving a recreational vehicle or tent are not allowed. Camping for more than 45 days without a seven-day break is considered permanent occupation.

All of the properties within the following areas which are generally bounded by East Washington Avenue, North Second Street, North Fourth Street, and East Tacoma Avenue; all lots within Blocks 7, 8, and Lots 1 through 8 of Block 9 Bay View; all lots within Blocks 1, 2, 3, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 34, 35, and 36 Westport Beach; those properties legally described as WE AC Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, SSA, vol. 4, pg. 137.

From the southeast intersection of Oregon Avenue and Grand Army Street; thence east in a straight line to the southwest corner of Oregon Avenue and Hoquiam Street; thence south to the intersection of Hoquiam Street and Seattle Avenue; thence west to the intersection of Seattle Avenue and Aberdeen Street; thence north to the intersection of Aberdeen Street and Tacoma Avenue; thence west to the intersection of Tacoma Avenue and Grand Army Street; thence north to the point of beginning.

The following restrictions shall apply:

Vehicle access must comply with the provisions of Chapter 12.20 WMC. For the purpose of this requirement, nonresidential lots while being used for camping shall meet the requirements for single-family or duplex residential width specifications, WMC § 12.20.020.

Off-street parking for both recreational and nonrecreational vehicles in accordance with the provisions of the zoning requirements, WMC § 17.36.220.

Adequate drainage.

Nonresidential lots used for camping must have utility connections for sewer, water, and electricity. The use of portable generators is discouraged, and not allowed if the noise associated with the generator creates a nuisance for adjacent property owners.

Prior to use, the owner of a nonresidential lot must have an approved binding site plan in accordance with Chapter 17.36B WMC. The above requirements shall be included in the review of the site plan.

All setback requirements of the zoning designation are met, with the exception of the front yard setback which does not apply. No setback is required provided the recreational vehicle is sight screened. The sight screening must consist of adequate fencing and/or plant material to provide complete sight screening from all neighboring properties.

The recreational vehicle must be self-contained or temporarily connected to a permitted, permanent city utility connection and all connections shall comply with Grays Harbor health department standards.

The recreational vehicle must be located totally upon the residential lot, and shall not encroach into any public way or adjacent property.

The applicant has obtained a city of Westport building permit to construct a residence on the lot where the recreational vehicle is to be located.

The recreational vehicle is located directly upon the lot designated for construction.

The recreational vehicle may be hooked up to utilities, provided the applicant has obtained a city building permit to construct a residence on the lot where the utilities are to be installed.

The six-month time limit may be extended if substantial progress is made towards completion of the project as determined by the city of Westport code enforcement officer or designee.

Any change of a nonconforming use shall be to a conforming use and a nonconforming use which has been discontinued for a period of one year or more shall not be re-established. Expansion of a nonconforming use is not allowed. A nonconforming use of a part of a lot shall not be extended throughout the lot.

The owner of a nonresidential lot on which there currently exists a nonconforming use must comply with the provisions of WMC § 17.29.050 within 180 days of written notification of noncompliance from the city of Westport, or terminate the nonconforming use.

First offense, $100.00.

Second offense, $200.00.

Third and subsequent offenses within a six-month period shall constitute a misdemeanor in accordance with WMC § 17.56.070.

It is expressly the purpose of this chapter to provide for and promote the health, safety and welfare of the general public and not to create or otherwise establish or designate any particular class or group of persons or individuals who will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of this chapter.

Nothing contained in this chapter is intended nor shall be construed to create or form the basis of any liability on the part of the city, or its officers, employees or agents, for any injury or damage resulting from any action or inaction on the part of the city related in any manner to the enforcement of this chapter by its officers, employees or agents.