Division 3. Development Standards—Zoning

Chapter 18.40
LAND USE ZONES

Sections:

18.40.040    Establishment of zones.

18.40.050    Zoning map.

Prior legislation: Ords. 548, 558, 575 and 599.

18.40.040 Establishment of zones.

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)

18.40.050 Zoning map.

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)