Chapter 16.42
SHORELINE MULTIFAMILY (SM) DESIGNATIONS
Sections:
16.42.020 Designation criteria.
16.42.030 Development standards.
16.42.010 Purpose.
The purpose of the shoreline multifamily SED is to accommodate multifamily residential development and associated structures in a manner that protects and restores ecological functions. (Ord. 1633 § 20, 2020; Ord. 1491 § 9, 2014).
16.42.020 Designation criteria.
The shoreline multifamily SED shall be assigned to shoreline areas that are zoned and planned for multifamily residential development, unless these properties meet the designation criteria for the park or natural SEDs. (Ord. 1491 § 9, 2014).
16.42.030 Development standards.
A. All uses, developments, and shoreline modifications allowed in this designation pursuant to BLMC 16.50.020 shall comply with the standards established by Chapters 16.52 through 16.56 BLMC.
B. The residential density shall be a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 20 units per net acre.
C. The minimum shoreline frontage shall be 100 feet.
D. Minimum Shoreline Setback.
1. All structures shall be set back a minimum of 75 feet from the OHWM.
2. Garages and pavements for motorized vehicles (driveways and parking areas) shall be set back at least 100 feet from the OHWM.
3. No development is allowed within the setback areas established in this section, except as provided in BLMC 16.56.100.
E. Maximum building height: 35 feet from grade.
F. Maximum impervious surface coverage: 80 percent. (Ord. 1491 § 9, 2014).