Chapter 17.31
SF-2 – SINGLE-FAMILY TWO ZONING DISTRICT

Sections:

17.31.010    Purpose.

17.31.020    Uses.

17.31.030    Design standards.

17.31.040    Single-family 2 (SF-2) standards.

17.31.010 Purpose.

The intent of the single-family – 2 district is to maintain and create an environment which meets the community needs for attached single-family dwellings and single-family dwellings with small accessory apartments, by restricting other uses within the district and by establishing a minimum lot size. (Ord. 2824 § 2 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 2756 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 2673 § 2, 2007; Ord. 2628 § 2, 2006)

17.31.020 Uses.

Permitted uses shall be as defined in Table 17.31.A.

Table 17.31.A

P = Permitted Use

C = Conditional Use

P

C

Single-Family Residence

X

 

Attached Single-Family Dwelling Units on Two Adjoining Lots

X

 

Accessory Apartment (Refer to Chapter 17.102 BMC)

X

 

Accessory Structure

X

 

Home Occupation (Refer to Chapter 17.96 BMC)

X

 

In-Home Care Facility (Refer to Chapter 17.100 BMC)

X

 

Church

 

X

Nursing Home

 

X

Day Care Center

 

X

Refer to Chapter 17.92 BMC for conditional use regulations and process. (Ord. 2824 § 2 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 2784 § 2 (Att. A), 2011; Ord. 2756 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 2628 § 2, 2006)

17.31.030 Design standards.

All development (including remodels and additions) in this chapter shall comply with the design standards contained in Chapter 17.121 BMC.

Attached units must appear as if they are clearly either one single unit or two distinct housing units. Treatments to promote distinct unit appearance shall include separate driveways for each unit, separate prominent entries for each unit, differences in exterior colors for each unit, or other features to enhance the appearance of the structure and encourage compatibility with its surroundings. (Ord. 2824 § 2 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 2756 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 2628 § 2, 2006)

17.31.040 Single-family 2 (SF-2) standards.

A. Building Placement

B. Building Height

Setback

 

Maximum

35'

Front

20'

Limited to two stories plus livable attic space.

Rear

20'

C. Open Area

Side

8'

Minimum 40% of total property area.

Street Side (corner lot)

15'

D. Lot Standards – Detached

Side (interior – attached unit)

0'

Minimum Width

50'

Side (exterior – attached unit)

10'

Minimum Area

6,000sf

Rear (corner lot – detached)

8'

E. Lot Standards – Attached

Rear (corner lot – attached)

10'

Minimum Width

37'6"

Accessory Structures (Chapter 17.104 BMC)

Minimum Area

3,750sf

Structure Setbacks: 4' Side; 8' Rear.

F. Parking (Chapter 17.124 BMC)

Porch Setbacks (Chapter 17.138 BMC)

Garages shall be located off alleyways. Two parking stalls are required and at least one must be fully enclosed.

Stall dimensions are 19' x 8-1/2'.

Front

10'

See BMC 17.121.060 for full design requirements.

Street Side (corner lot)

7'

 

Deck and Eave Setbacks (Chapter 17.138 BMC)

Uncovered decks less than 30" above grade may encroach 50% into required setbacks.

 

Eaves may encroach 30% into required setback, but must be at least 3' from property boundary.

 

Illustration 17.31.040.1 Attached Single-Family

(Ord. 2824 § 2 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 2756 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 2628 § 2, 2006)