Article III. Supplementary Standards
Chapter 17.64
SUPPLEMENTARY DISTRICT REGULATIONS AND EXCEPTIONS
Sections:
17.64.010 Visibility at intersections in residential districts.
17.64.020 Fences, walls, and hedges.
17.64.030 Front yard exceptions.
17.64.040 Side yard exceptions.
17.64.050 Rear yard exceptions.
17.64.060 Exceptions to height regulations.
17.64.070 Erection of more than one principal structure on a lot.
17.64.080 Use of recreational vehicles as permanent dwelling units.
17.64.090 Parking and storage of vehicles.
17.64.100 Landscaping, screening, and maintenance.
17.64.130 Manufactured homes on individual lots.
17.64.140 Child day care center.
17.64.150 Satellite dish antennas.
17.64.160 Operational standards for commercial and industrial uses.
17.64.170 Criteria for review of animal pounds and kennels.
17.64.190 Keeping of chickens.
17.64.010 Visibility at intersections in residential districts.
A. Sight Visibility Triangle. On a corner lot in any R district, nothing shall be erected, placed, planted, or allowed to grow in such a manner as to impede visions between a height of three and one-half and 10 feet above the centerline grades of the intersecting streets in the area designated as the sight visibility triangle. The sight visibility triangle shall be formed by measuring back from the point where the intersecting street centerlines meet, a distance of 80 feet along the centerlines, with the third side of the triangle being the straight line connection between the above-mentioned side lines (see Figure 6).
B. Exceptions. Sight visibility triangle regulations of this section shall not apply to:
1. Utility poles, traffic-control devices, official warnings signs or signals;
2. Trees, so long as they are not planted in the form of a hedge and are trimmed to the trunk to the height of at least 10 feet above the grade level of the centerline of the intersection so as to leave, in all seasons, a clear and unobstructed cross view;
3. Permanent structures and fences which are existing prior to passage of the ordinance codified in this title. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.020 Fences, walls, and hedges.
A. Notwithstanding other provisions of this title, fences, walls, and hedges located within and along the sides of a required front yard shall not exceed 48 inches in height.
B. Fences, walls, and hedges located within a required side or rear yard shall not exceed six feet in height; fences located behind the required front, side, or rear yard shall not be more than 10 feet high.
C. All outdoor storage of materials, waste, and equipment by a commercial use which is located in or adjacent to any R district shall be screened from sight of the properties in any R district by a sight-obscuring fence a minimum of six feet and a maximum of 10 feet high.
D. The fence heights allowed by this section shall not eliminate the visibility at intersections requirement of CMC 17.64.010. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.030 Front yard exceptions.
A. Chimneys, cornices, pilasters, sills or other similar architectural features may extend two feet into a required front yard.
B. Eaves, platforms, steps, terraces, solar collectors, carports, or unenclosed porches may extend six feet into a required front yard.
C. In the R districts the front yard shall conform to the requirements of this title. However, the required front yard depth need not exceed the average front yard depth of the existing structures if 50 percent of the lots with structures, on one side of a street between two intersecting streets and in the same zone, have front yards of less than the required depth, except that in no case shall the front yard depth be less than 10 feet. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.040 Side yard exceptions.
Eaves and solar collectors may extend two feet into a required side yard. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.050 Rear yard exceptions.
A. Eaves, chimneys, cornices, fireplaces, pilasters, sills or other similar features may extend two feet into a required rear yard.
B. Decks, porches, steps or terraces, or patios without roof coverings may extend three feet into a required rear yard.
C. Accessory buildings may be located three feet from the rear property line, provided the roof and eaves are designed to prevent runoff from crossing a property line.
D. Solar collectors may extend three feet into a required rear yard. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.060 Exceptions to height regulations.
Spires, belfries, cupolas, antennas, water tanks, ventilators, chimneys, flagpoles, parapet walls, or other appurtenances usually required to be placed above the roof level and not intended for human occupancy are exempt from the height limitations in the district development standards. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.070 Erection of more than one principal structure on a lot.
In any district, more than one structure containing a permitted principal use may be erected on a single lot; provided, that yard and other requirements of this title shall be met for each structure as though it were on an individual lot. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.080 Use of recreational vehicles as permanent dwelling units.
A. Use of recreational vehicles as permanent dwelling units is permitted only in specific zoning districts as follows:
1. Recreational vehicles may be located on individual lots within designated manufactured home parks, or within designated recreational vehicle parks located in the C-3 (general commercial) district;
2. The units must comply with the provisions set forth in RCW 35A.21.312(3), (4), (5), (6), and (7);
3. The vehicles shall bear an insignia issued by the state regulatory agency indicating that the unit meets prescribed standards for a recreational vehicle;
4. Minimum requirements are met for lot area, setbacks, and off-street parking;
5. A protective barrier, as approved by the city, must be installed around the perimeter, at the base of the RV, to restrict access;
6. Authorization for the placement of an RV as a permanent dwelling unit shall be obtained from the administrative official through the building permit procedure.
B. Recreational vehicles may be located on individual lots for a period of time not to exceed four weeks in any one consecutive 12-month period in any R district, and within a designated RV park, where adequate water, sanitary sewer, and power facilities are available for the use of the occupants of the vehicle.
C. Recreational vehicles may be used as a temporary dwelling and may be located on individual lots within the R-3 and C-3 district, and within a designated RV or manufactured home park for a six-month period of time, provided:
1. Water, sanitary sewer, and power facilities are available and connected to the recreational vehicle;
2. Minimum requirements are met for lot area, setbacks, and off-street parking;
3. The vehicle shall bear an insignia issued by the state regulatory agency indicating that the unit meets prescribed standards for a recreational vehicle;
4. Authorization for the temporary placement of an RV shall be obtained from the administrative official through the temporary use permit procedure. Any person granted permission for the placement of an RV may apply for one extension of time not to exceed six months. Approval for each installation is nontransferable and nonrenewable.
D. The administrative official may grant a temporary use permit allowing recreational vehicles to locate for a maximum 72-hour period on the west side of Walnut Street between Dominion and Hawthorne Avenues or on other city property. (Ord. 1488 NS § 18, 2012; Ord. 1278 NS § 2, 2002; Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.090 Parking and storage of vehicles.
A. Automotive vehicles or trailers of any kind or type without current license plates shall not be parked or stored on any property in an R district unless in completely enclosed buildings, except for doors for ingress and egress, or enclosed by a sight-obscuring fence a minimum of six feet high.
B. Recreational vehicles such as motor homes, boats, trailers, travel trailers, and campers removed from a vehicle shall not be parked or stored on a street in an R district; provided, however, that such vehicle may be parked on a street for a period of time not to exceed 72 hours during loading and unloading. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.100 Landscaping, screening, and maintenance.
A. A landscape plan and maintenance schedule are required as part of the development review process, except in the case of single-family development. Landscape plans shall be submitted as part of the application for a planning approval. If a separate planning approval is not required, a landscape plan shall be submitted with the application for a building permit.
B. Perimeter screening shall be provided as follows:
1. At the front, sides, and rear of all commercial and industrial sites to provide an all season visual separation and a wind break between adjacent land uses. Perimeter landscaping shall shield the views of industrial and commercial land uses, including outdoor storage, service, waste disposal areas, and loading areas, from roads and adjacent uses. If, however, the rear of the site is adjacent to an agricultural use, no rear yard perimeter screening is required.
2. Screening may be provided by existing vegetation, landscaped areas, including the use of berms, fencing or a combination thereof. The use of vegetation (trees and columnar shrubs) is encouraged.
3. If a parking lot is adjacent to a street, a minimum of five-foot-wide perimeter landscape area shall be provided between the street and the parking lot.
4. Trees and columnar shrubs shall be a minimum of four feet in height at the time of planting and shall grow to a minimum of eight feet within five years.
5. Additional screening may be required between dissimilar land uses, at the discretion of the planning commission or board of adjustment.
6. Screening requirements may be relaxed if warranted by the use of clustering or shared access, at the discretion of the planning commission or board of adjustment.
C. Interior screening shall be required for parking areas according to the following minimum requirements:
1. Landscaping shall be provided at a minimum of 10 percent of the parking area.
2. One tree for every 10/20 (single/double row) parking spaces shall be provided for summer shade.
3. Minimum tree size at planting shall be two-inch caliper.
4. Trees shall be planted a minimum three feet from curbs and sidewalks.
5. Screening shall include shrubs suitable to be maintained at a height of three feet.
6. Location of all landscaping shall avoid obstructing views of crosswalks, intersections, and streetlights.
D. The following materials and design requirements are encouraged in landscaping plans:
1. The use of plant materials that will achieve a variety of heights, shapes and/or textures upon maturity;
2. A combination of evergreen and deciduous trees, shrubs and groundcover;
3. The selection and planting of landscaping in close proximity to utility lines that will not adversely impact utility lines;
4. The use of drought-tolerant plant materials;
5. The retention of existing trees; and
6. Fencing materials that are attractive, durable, and complement or blend with the natural colors of the surrounding environment.
E. All trees planted shall be in compliance with Chapter 12.16 CMC.
F. Provisions shall be made for the ongoing maintenance, including irrigation as necessary, of required landscape areas. Trees and shrubs which die within 12 months of planting shall be replaced by the property owner.
G. All yards shall be maintained such that there will be no accumulation of silt, mud or standing water causing unsightly or hazardous conditions either within the yard or on adjacent properties. This does not apply to approved drainage swales.
H. All yards and buildings shall be maintained in a neat, tidy manner, including trimming and upkeep of all landscaped areas, and the removal of debris and unsightly objects.
I. All undeveloped land areas shall be maintained in permanent vegetative cover, or alternatively be landscaped with an approved combination of materials to control runoff.
J. All yards shall be maintained free of noxious weeds consistent with the regulations of the Stevens County weed board. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.110 Signs.
Repealed by Ord. 1650 NS. (Ord. 1510 NS § 1, 2013; Ord. 1408 NS § 3, 2008; Ord. 1219 NS §§ 2, 3, 2000; Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.120 Home occupations.
A. The following standards shall govern the operation of a home occupation:
1. The use, including all storage space, shall not occupy more than 49 percent of the total floor area of any and all structures employed in said use, or 500 square feet, whichever is less;
2. No alteration to the appearance of the dwelling unit shall be made which is nonresidential in nature;
3. The home occupation shall not employ more than two persons who are not residents of the dwelling;
4. Signs identifying a home occupation shall be limited to one nonelectric sign not exceeding four square feet in area, and shall be placed flat against the wall;
5. There shall be no window display nor shall sample commodities be displayed outside the building;
6. No retail sales, directly to the public, are permitted;
7. If the home occupation is conducted in a single-family residence, no equipment or process shall be used which creates noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odors, or electrical interference detectable to the normal senses beyond the property line. If the home occupation is conducted in a dwelling unit other than a single-family residence, no equipment or process shall be used which creates noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odors, or electrical interference detectable to the normal senses outside of the dwelling unit. In the case of the electrical interference, no equipment or process shall be used which creates visual or audible interference in any radio or television receivers off the premises, or causes fluctuations in line voltage off the premises;
8. The home occupation shall not generate vehicular traffic which will interfere with residential traffic circulation or shall not cause more than six vehicles including vehicles used by customers, vendors or delivery services to visit the premises per day;
9. Any need for parking generated by the home occupation shall be met in a location on-site other than in the required front yard;
10. The home occupation shall not involve the use or storage of explosive, toxic, combustible or flammable materials in a quantity that exceed the amounts incidental to normal residential use;
11. A home occupation shall not infringe upon the right of neighboring residents to enjoy the peaceful occupancy of their homes for which purpose the residential district was created and is primarily intended.
B. The number of home occupations at any one address is not limited, except that the cumulative impact of all such businesses shall not exceed the standards in this section. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.130 Manufactured homes on individual lots.
A. Except where the base of the manufactured home is flush to ground level, each home shall be installed either with:
1. Skirting material, installed within 30 days of occupancy, which is of similar material, color, and pattern as the siding of the manufactured home; or
2. A perimeter masonry foundation.
B. Manufactured homes shall be installed in accordance with the adopted rules of the Department of Labor and Industries, as specified in Chapter 296-150M WAC, or as hereafter amended.
C. Manufactured homes shall bear an insignia issued by a state or federal regulatory agency indicating that the manufactured home complies with all applicable construction standards of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development definition of manufactured home.
D. In the R-2 district, manufactured homes shall be multisectioned by original design, with a width of 20 feet or greater as measured along its entire body length.
E. In the R-1 district, manufactured homes shall meet the definition of “designated manufactured home” and “new manufactured home” as contained in CMC 17.04.060. (Ord. 1351 NS § 4, 2005; Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.140 Child day care center.
A child day care center is permitted subject to the following conditions:
A. State licensing standards and requirements are met;
B. Setbacks, screening, landscaping, lot size, building size, and lot coverage shall conform to the requirements of the district and applicable supplementary standards sections;
C. Structure shall meet building, sanitation, health, traffic safety, and fire safety code requirements. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.150 Satellite dish antennas.
Satellite dish antennas shall be located in a manner that will not interfere with emergency access along the side yard of the property upon which they are located and shall comply with the sight visibility triangle, CMC 17.72.010. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.160 Operational standards for commercial and industrial uses.
A. If a commercial or industrial use is adjacent to an R or C district, a sight-obscuring fence or wall at least six feet high shall be installed to screen the industrial use.
B. Storage yards shall be screened by a sight-obscuring fence or wall at least six feet high and a maximum of 10 feet high.
C. There shall be no unusual fire, explosion or safety hazards. Storage, handling, and use of hazardous substances, materials and devices shall comply with the Uniform Fire Code as adopted in Chapter 15.04 CMC or as hereafter mentioned.
D. Sound levels are not to exceed levels established by noise control regulations of the Department of Labor and Industries. Maximum permissible environmental noise levels to be emitted to adjacent properties are not to exceed levels of the environmental designations for noise abatement (EDNA) as established by the State of Washington, Department of Ecology (WAC 173-60-040).
E. Pollution standards set up by regional, state or federal pollution control commissions or boards shall apply to all uses.
F. There shall be no production of heat, glare or excessive vibration perceptible beyond any property line of the premises upon which such heat, glare or vibration is being generated. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.170 Criteria for review of animal pounds and kennels.
Animal pounds and kennels shall comply with the following:
A. Noise levels at the property lines shall not exceed the maximum acceptable levels as established by the State of Washington Department of Ecology.
B. The use shall be compatible with the surrounding uses.
C. The use shall comply with applicable sanitation and health and safety standards.
D. The use shall be fully screened from adjacent properties.
E. All overnight boarders shall be sheltered in suitable structures which provide a clean and uncrowded environment.
F. All structures and runs associated with the kennel shall maintain 100-foot setback from any property line. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.180 Animal density.
A. Where livestock or fowl are kept, the following minimum land requirements shall be maintained, independent of minimum land area requirements for other permitted uses, such as residences:
1. Bovine: a minimum of 10,000 square feet of fenced area per bovine;
2. Fowl and rabbits: a maximum of 50 each are permitted per family, provided the animals are housed in a coop or other shelter which is further enclosed by a fence;
3. Horses, mules, donkeys and burros: a minimum of 10,000 square feet of fenced area per horse, mule, donkey or burro;
4. Sheep and goats: a minimum of 5,000 square feet of fenced area per sheep or goat;
5. Swine: not permitted;
6. Any type of animal not addressed: to be established by the planning commission.
B. In addition to the minimum land area requirements established above, animal waste shall be handled in a way to reduce odor and pest problems. (Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997).
17.64.190 Keeping of chickens.
A. These standards will apply to all residential districts within the city limits, except the R-1-S (single-family suburban) district, which is defined by CMC 17.64.180, and where single-family residential uses are situated within the C-3 (general commercial) district, subject to the following:
B. Only hens will be permitted, no roosters.
C. The maximum number of hens permitted will be 10, to be determined based on maximum allowable lot coverage (see subsection (G) of this section).
D. There will be no restrictions on the species of chicken.
E. Hens must be kept within a wholly enclosed coop at all times; no free-roaming hens will be permitted. The hens may be allowed to temporarily forage during the daytime within a wholly enclosed yard, if they are kept within a covered, mobile tractor (intended for this purpose) or within a separate garden area that is wholly enclosed with screening sufficient to prevent escape. The hens must be placed back into their coop at night.
F. If a chicken dies, it must be disposed of promptly in a sanitary manner.
G. The maximum area for the chicken structure and enclosure (referred to as “coop”) will be 200 square feet and no more than six feet in height.
1. The size of the coop will be required to be a minimum of 20 square feet per hen if they are to be contained solely within the coop or 10 square feet per hen if they will be allowed to forage within a covered, mobile chicken tractor or within a wholly enclosed, separate garden area.
2. The coop must be kept outside of the front and side yard setbacks for the applicable district and must be obscured from view from the street.
3. The structure must be within applicable lot coverage.
4. Enclosures must be well maintained; clean, dry, and odor free; kept in a neat and sanitary condition at all times; in a manner that will not disturb the use or enjoyment of neighboring lots due to noise, odor or other adverse impact.
5. The coop must provide adequate ventilation, sun, and shade and must be impermeable to rodents, wild birds, and predators, including cats and dogs. It shall be designed to provide a safe and healthy living condition while minimizing adverse impacts to other residents in the neighborhood.
6. The structure must be enclosed on all sides and must have a roof and doors. Access doors must be able to be locked at night. Open windows and vents must be covered with predator- and bird-proof wire with less than one-inch openings. Pens must be covered with wire, aviary netting, or solid roofing.
H. There will be an annual application and permit fee to inspect coop for compliance with these standards.
I. Violations of these standards are subject to a monetary penalty of up to $250.00, in accordance with Chapter 1.10 CMC, Civil Enforcement.
J. If a violation is validated and the situation is not brought into compliance to the satisfaction of the city of Colville, then the permit will be revoked. The hens, coop, and enclosure must be removed. Any approved reinstallation of a coop and hens will be subject to a one-year probationary period. If violations continue to occur, future applications may be denied. (Ord. 1510 NS § 2, 2013; Ord. 1488 NS § 19, 2012).
17.64.200 Beekeeping.
A. Beekeeping will be allowed with the approval of an annual permit application on any lot occupied by a single-family residence that is within any of the residential districts, subject to the ability to meet applicable standards and notification to adjoining property owners (not including right-of-way) at least 10 days prior to permit approval. Notification letters, including pre-addressed, stamped envelopes, will be submitted to the city of Colville building and planning department for mailing.
B. Standards Applicable to Beekeeping.
1. Location, Density and Maintenance of Colonies.
a. The minimum lot size where colonies may be kept is 6,000 square feet. The number of colonies is limited to two colonies per 6,000 square feet of lot area, up to a maximum of six colonies on lots of 12,000 square feet or larger; and
b. Colonies shall be set back a minimum of 25 feet of any property line, except that a colony may be situated within 10 feet of a side lot line or rear lot line provided the following provisions are met:
i. The beekeeper establishes and maintains a flyway barrier at least six feet in height consisting of a solid wall, solid fencing material, dense vegetation or combination thereof that is parallel to the property line and extends 10 feet beyond the colony in each direction so that all bees are forced to fly at an elevation of at least six feet above ground level over the property lines in the vicinity of the colony; or
ii. The colony is situated 10 feet or more above the grade of the nearest adjoining property line.
2. Colonies shall be maintained in moveable-frame hives with adequate space and management techniques to prevent overcrowding and swarming.
3. In any instance in which a colony exhibits aggressive or swarming behavior, the beekeeper must ensure that the colony is re-queened. Aggressive behavior is any instance in which aggressive characteristics such as stinging or attacking without provocation occur.
4. Every beekeeper shall maintain an adequate supply of water for bees located close to each colony.
C. Registration and Training.
1. All colonies shall be registered with the Director of the State Department of Agriculture pursuant to RCW 15.60.021 no later than April 1st of each year. Copies of the registration must be submitted to the city annually for proof of compliance.
2. The beekeeper shall be currently enrolled in or have completed the requirements for apprenticeship level of the Washington State Beekeepers Association master beekeeper certification program and submit proof of compliance to the city.
3. The beekeeper shall maintain membership with the Inland Empire Beekeepers Association or other comparable organization. Demonstration of continuous membership must be submitted to the city for proof of compliance.
D. There will be an annual application and permit fee to inspect site for compliance with these standards.
E. Violations of these standards are subject to a monetary penalty up to $250.00, in accordance with Chapter 1.10 CMC, Civil Enforcement.
F. If a violation is validated and the situation is not brought into compliance to the satisfaction of the city of Colville, then the permit will be revoked. The colonies must be removed. Any approved reinstallation of colonies will be subject to a one-year probationary period. If violations continue to occur, future applications may be denied. (Ord. 1488 NS § 20, 2012).