Chapter 18.06 USE DISTRICTS

Chapter 18.06
USE DISTRICTS

Sections:

18.06.020 Interpretation of zoning regulations.

18.06.010 Official zoning map.

(1) The zoning districts of the city of Entiat are hereby designated by a legend on the official zoning map, together with all explanatory matter thereon. The official zoning map is hereby adopted by reference as “Exhibit A” and declared to be a part of this title.

(2) The official zoning map shall be identified by the signature of the mayor, attested by the city clerk-treasurer under the title “Entiat Official Zoning Map,” along with the ordinance number and the date said ordinance was adopted.

(3) If, in accordance with the provisions of this title and Chapter 35A.63 RCW, changes are made in zoning boundaries or any other matter portrayed on the official zoning map, such changes shall be entered on the official zoning map promptly after the amendment has been approved by the city council with an entry citing the appropriate ordinance number and signed by the mayor and attested by the city clerk-treasurer.

(4) Regardless of the existence of purported copies of the official zoning map which may from time to time be made or published, the official zoning map which shall be located in Entiat City Hall shall be the final authority as to the current state of zoning in the city. (Ord. 735 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 701 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009; Ord. 673 § 1 (Exh. B), 2007; Ord. 607 § 1, 2003)

18.06.015 Use districts designated.

To further the identified purposes of this title, the following zoning district categories and zoning map symbols are established:

(1) Residential Low Density District (R-L). The R-L classification is for areas which are or will become primarily single- or two-family unit living areas. Uses are limited to residential occupancies, agricultural activities and public service uses which by their necessity or convenience to residential activities require an R-L location.

(2) Residential Medium Density District (R-M). The R-M classification is for areas which are or will become single-family to multifamily living areas. Allowable uses are limited to residential activities and other uses that can be integrated into this designation without being unduly detrimental to its residential character.

(3) Residential High Density District (R-H). The R-H classification is for areas which are or will become single-family to multifamily living areas. Allowable uses are limited to residential activities and other uses that can be integrated into this designation without being unduly detrimental to its residential character.

(4) Mixed Tourist Recreational (MTR). The MTR classification is for areas that are characterized by a mix of residential uses as well as recreation and tourist-related commercial activities.

(5) Waterfront Business District (W-B). The W-B classification is for areas that are or will become suited to recreation and commercial activities that support waterfront uses.

(6) Waterfront Park (WP). The WP classification is to provide public access to the shoreline for active and passive water-enjoyment uses. Examples of compatible uses in this designation include outdoor public access and recreation, swimming beaches, boating facilities, camping areas, trails, picnic shelters, restrooms, campfire facilities, and public open spaces. It is the intention of the waterfront park zoning to protect and restore ecological functions of open space, floodplain, and other sensitive lands where they exist in urban and developed settings, while allowing a variety of compatible uses.

(7) Highway Commercial District (C-H). The C-H classification is for areas that are or will become suited for general and highway commerce. The purpose of C-H is to provide commercial activities within the community. Businesses along Highway 97A are intended to allow larger scale commercial enterprises, consistent with the larger parcel sizes, while businesses accessed from arterial streets may be smaller scale. Secondary residential components are allowed, as population growth demands.

(8) Waterfront Transition District (W-T). The W-T classification establishes a transition zone between the highway commercial zoning district (C-H) and the waterfront business zoning district (W-B). The purpose of the district is to provide for mixed uses that will establish a vibrant commercial atmosphere on a scale that is appropriate for the benefit and enjoyment of Entiat residents and tourists. In contrast to the C-H district, which allows for larger scale commercial enterprises, the W-T district restricts commercial and very light industrial uses with the intent of encouraging a pedestrian-friendly environment for crafts, services, shopping, etc. The W-T district envisions residential uses as a mixed use component, established in conjunction with permitted commercial uses.

(9) General Public (G-P). The G-P classification is reserved for lands that are owned by a public entity that provides facilities or services necessary for the functioning of the community. (Ord. 879 § 3, 2023; Ord. 805 § 1 (Exh. A), 2019; Ord. 735 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 701 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009; Ord. 673 § 1 (Exh. B), 2007; Ord. 607 § 1, 2003)

18.06.020 Interpretation of zoning regulations.

Where uncertainty exists as to any of the zoning boundaries as shown on the official zoning map, the following rules shall apply:

(1) Where such boundaries are indicated as substantially following the centerline of the roads, streets, highways, alleys, railroads, or rivers, the centerline shall be construed to be such boundaries.

(2) Where such boundaries are indicated as substantially following lot lines, the lot lines shall be construed to be such boundaries.

(3) In subdivided land where a zoning boundary divides an ownership, the location of the boundary shall be determined by the scale measurement.

(4) Boundaries indicated as parallel to or extensions of features indicated in subsections (1) through (3) of this section shall be so construed. (Ord. 735 § 1 (Exh. A), 2012; Ord. 701 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009; Ord. 673 § 1 (Exh. B), 2007; Ord. 607 § 1, 2003)