Chapter 40 – INDUSTRIAL ZONES (LIT, PLA 6G)
Sections:
40.05 User Guide
40.05.010 Applicable Zones
40.05.020 Common Code References
40.10 General Regulations
40.10.010 LIT Zones
40.10.020 PLA 6G Zones
40.20 Permitted Uses
40.30 Density/Dimensions
40.40 Development Standards
40.05 User Guide
Step 1. Check that the zone of interest is included in KZC 40.05.010, Applicable Zones. If not, select the chapter where it is located.
Step 2. Refer to KZC 40.05.020, Common Code References, for relevant information found elsewhere in the code.
Step 3. Refer to the General Regulations in KZC 40.10 that apply to the zones as noted.
Step 4. Find the Use of interest in the Permitted Uses Table in KZC 40.20 and read across to the column pertaining to the zone of interest.If a Use is not listed in the table, it is not allowed. A listed use is permitted unless “NP” (Not Permitted) is noted for the table. Note the Required Review Process and Special Regulations that are applicable. There are links to the Special Regulations listed immediately following the table (PU-1, PU-2, PU-3, etc.).
Step 5. Find the Use of interest in the Density/Dimensions Table in KZC 40.30 and read across the columns. Note the standards (Minimum Lot Size, Required Yards, Maximum Lot Coverage, and Maximum Height of Structure) and Special Regulations that are applicable. There are links to the Special Regulations listed immediately following the table (DD-1, DD-2, DD-3, etc.).
Step 6. Find the Use of interest in the Development Standards Table in KZC 40.40 and read across the columns. Note the standards (Landscape Category, Sign Category, and Required Parking Spaces) and Special Regulations that are applicable. There are links to the Special Regulations listed immediately following the table (DS-1, DS-2, DS-3, etc.).
Note: Not all uses listed in the Density/Dimensions and Development Standards Tables are permitted in each zone addressed in this chapter. Permitted uses are determined only by the Permitted Uses Table.
40.05.010 Applicable Zones
This chapter contains the regulations for uses in the industrial zones (LIT, PLA 6G) of the City.
40.05.020 Common Code References
1. Refer to Chapter 1 KZC to determine what other provision of this code may apply to the subject property.
2. Public park development standards will be determined on a case-by-case basis. See KZC 45.50.
3. Development adjoining the Cross Kirkland Corridor or Eastside Rail Corridor shall comply with the standards of KZC 115.24.
4. Refer to KZC 115.105 for provisions regarding outside use, activity and storage.
5. Structures located within 30 feet of a parcel in a low density zone or a low density use in PLA 17 shall comply with additional limitations on structure size established by KZC 115.136.
(Ord. 4494 § 2, 2015; Ord. 4476 § 2, 2015)
40.10 General Regulations
40.10.020 PLA 6G Zones
1. The required yard of any portion of the structure must be increased one foot for each foot that any portion of the structure exceeds 25 feet above average building elevation (does not apply to Public Park uses).
2. All vehicular access shall be from the east. The site access shall be configured to structurally prevent the use of 7th Avenue South or other residential streets (does not apply to Detached, Attached or Stacked Dwelling Units, Assisted Living Facility and Public Park uses).
(Ord. 4855 § 1, 2023; Ord. 4683 § 2, 2019; Ord. 4494 § 2, 2015; Ord. 4476 § 2, 2015)
40.20 Permitted Uses
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Use |
Required Review Process: |
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I = Process I, Chapter 145 KZC IIA = Process IIA, Chapter 150 KZC IIB = Process IIB, Chapter 152 KZC |
DR = Design Review, Chapter 142 KZC None = No Required Review Process |
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NP = Use Not Permitted # = Applicable Special Regulations (listed after the table) |
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LIT |
PLA 6G |
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Auction House |
None |
NP |
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Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries |
None |
None |
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None |
IIA |
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See KZC 40.20.250, School or Day-Care Center |
None |
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None |
NP |
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None |
IIA |
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Hazardous Waste Treatment and Storage Facilities |
None |
NP |
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High Technology |
None |
None |
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Industrial Laundry Facility |
None |
None |
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None |
NP |
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Manufacturing |
NP |
None |
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None |
None |
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None |
None |
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Packaging of Prepared Materials: Manufacturing |
None |
NP |
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See KZC 45.50 for required review process. |
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None |
IIA |
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Recycling Center |
None |
NP |
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None |
NP |
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Retail Establishment Providing Banking and Related Financial Services |
None |
NP |
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Retail Establishment Providing Rental Services |
None |
NP |
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Retail Establishment Providing Storage Services |
None |
None |
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Retail Establishment Selling Marijuana or Products Containing Marijuana |
None |
NP |
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None |
Schools are NP, see KZC 40.20.060 for Day-Care Centers |
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Vehicle or Boat Repair, Services, Storage, or Washing |
None |
NP |
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Warehouse Storage Service |
None |
None |
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Wholesale Establishment or Contracting Services in Building Construction, Plumbing, Electrical, Landscaping, or Pest Control |
None |
None |
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Wholesale Printing or Publishing |
None |
None |
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40.20.300 |
None |
None |
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Permitted Uses (PU) Special Regulations:
PU-1 – PU-6. Reserved. Back to Table
PU-7. Reserved. Back to Table
PU-8. Livestock auctions are not permitted. Back to Table
PU-9. Reserved. Back to Table
PU-10. May include tasting rooms, accessory retail sales, or office utilizing not more than 20 percent of the gross floor area (50 percent if the property is located within 150 feet of the Cross Kirkland Corridor). Back to Table
PU-11. The following manufacturing uses are permitted:
a. Food, drugs, stone, clay, glass, china, ceramic products, electrical equipment, scientific or photographic equipment, fabricated metal products;
b. Fabricated metal products, but not fabrication of major structural steel forms, heavy metal processes, boiler making, or similar activities;
c. Cold mix process only of soap, detergents, cleaning preparations, perfumes, cosmetics, or other toilet preparations;
d. Packaging of prepared materials;
e. Textile, leather, wood, paper and plastic products from pre-prepared material; and
f. Other compatible uses which may involve manufacturing, processing, assembling, fabrication and handling of products, and research and technological processes. Back to Table
PU-12. Prior to issuance of a development permit, documentation must be provided and stamped by a licensed professional verifying that the expected noise to be emanating from the site adjoining to any residential zoned property complies with the standards set forth in WAC 173-60-040(1) for a Class B source property and a Class A receiving property. Back to Table
PU-13. Outdoor storage and fabrication are not permitted. Back to Table
PU-14. No more than 20 percent of the gross floor area may be utilized for accessory uses such as wholesale, office, retail or service. Back to Table
PU-15. Use shall not create noise, glare, light, dust, fumes, and other adverse conditions which disrupt the residential character of the surrounding area. Back to Table
PU-16. A six-foot-high fence is required along the property lines adjacent to the outside play areas. Back to Table
PU-17. Hours of operation may be limited by the City to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses. Back to Table
PU-18. May include accessory living facilities for staff persons. Back to Table
PU-19. This use is permitted if accessory to a primary use, and:
a. It will not exceed 20 percent of the gross floor area of the building; and
b. The use is integrated into the design of the building. Back to Table
PU-20. Must comply with the state siting criteria adopted in accordance with RCW 70.105.210. Back to Table
PU-21. This use may include research and development, testing, assembly, repair or manufacturing or offices that support businesses involved in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology, communications and information technology, electronics and instrumentation, computers and software sectors. Back to Table
PU-22. Reserved. Back to Table
PU-23. Must provide suitable shelter for the animals. Back to Table
PU-24. Must maintain a clean, healthful environment for the animals. Back to Table
PU-25. Access from drive-through facilities must be approved by the Public Works Department. Drive-through facilities must be designed so that vehicles will not block traffic in the right-of-way while waiting in line to be served. Back to Table
PU-26. May deal in metal cans, glass, and paper. Other materials may be recycled if the Planning and Building Director determines that the impacts are no greater than those associated with recycling metal cans, glass, or paper. The individual will have the burden of proof in demonstrating similar impacts. Back to Table
PU-27. This use is permitted if accessory to a primary use, and there is no vehicle drive-in or drive-through. Back to Table
PU-28. May include accessory living facilities for resident security manager. Back to Table
PU-29. This use not permitted if any portion of the subject property is located within 150 feet of the Cross Kirkland Corridor. Back to Table
PU-30. Permitted only where 50 percent of the boundaries of the LIT zone adjoin commercial zones. Back to Table
PU-31. Not permitted on school walk routes shown on Plate 46. Back to Table
PU-32. This use not permitted unless accessory to another permitted use. Back to Table
(Ord. 4855 § 1, 2023; Ord. 4781 § 1, 2022; Ord. 4749 § 1, 2021; Ord. 4683 § 2, 2019; Ord. 4650 § 1, 2018; Ord. 4494 § 2, 2015; Ord. 4479 § 2, 2015; Ord. 4476 § 2, 2015)
40.30 Density/Dimensions
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USE |
Minimum Lot Size |
(See Ch. 115 KZC) |
Maximum Height of Structure |
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Front |
Side |
Rear |
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Auction House |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
90% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Hazardous Waste Treatment and Storage Facilities |
None |
30' |
0' |
0' |
90% |
35' above ABE.6 |
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High Technology |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Industrial Laundry Facility |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
90% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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None |
20'7 |
0'7 |
0'7 |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Manufacturing |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
90% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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None |
LIT: 20' PLA 6G: 30' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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None |
20'9 |
0'9 |
0'9 |
70% |
LIT: 35' above ABE.8 PLA 6G: 35' above ABE.3 |
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Packaging of Prepared Materials Manufacturing |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
90% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Development standards will be determined on a case-by-case basis. See KZC 45.50. |
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None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Recycling Center |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Retail Establishment Providing Banking and Related Financial Services |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Retail Establishment Providing Rental Services |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Retail Establishment Providing Storage Services |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
LIT: 90% PLA 6G: 80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Retail Establishment Selling Marijuana or Products Containing Marijuana |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Vehicle or Boat Repair, Services, Storage, or Washing |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
80% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Warehouse Storage Service |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
90% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Wholesale Establishment or Contracting Services in Building Construction, Plumbing, Electrical, Landscaping, or Pest Control |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
LIT: 80% PLA 6G: 90% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Wholesale Printing or Publishing |
None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
90% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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None |
20' |
0' |
0' |
90% |
35' above ABE.3 |
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Density/Dimensions (DD) Special Regulations:
DD-1, DD-2. Reserved. Back to Table
DD-3. If adjoining a low density zone other than RSX, then 25 feet above average building elevation (does not apply to institutional uses in low density zones). Back to Table
DD-4, DD-5. Reserved. Back to Table
DD-6. Structure height may be increased above 35 feet in height through a Process IIA, Chapter 150 KZC, if:
a. It will not block local or territorial views designated in the Comprehensive Plan; and
b. The increased height is not specifically inconsistent with the applicable neighborhood plan provisions of the Comprehensive Plan; and
c. The need for an increase in height is directly related to the hazardous waste treatment and/or storage activity; and
d. The required yard of any portion of the structure may be increased up to a maximum of one foot for each foot that any portion of the structure exceeds 35 feet above ABE. The need for additional setback yards will be determined as part of the review of any request to increase structure height. Back to Table
DD-7. a. Outside runs and other facilities for the animals must be set back at least 10 feet from each property line and must be surrounded by a fence or wall sufficient to enclose the animals. See KZC 115.105, Outdoor Use, Activity and Storage, for further regulations.
b. Outside facilities must be located as far as possible from low density zones. Back to Table
DD-8. a. If adjoining a low density zone other than RSX, then 25 feet above average building elevation (does not apply to institutional uses in low density zones); and
b. In the Norkirk neighborhood, south of 7th Avenue and west of 8th Street, maximum height is 40 feet above average building elevation, with no limit on number of stories. Back to Table
DD-9. The following regulations apply only to veterinary offices:
a. Outside runs and other outside facilities for the animals must be set back at least 10 feet from each property line and must be surrounded by a fence or wall sufficient to enclose the animals. See KZC 115.105, Outdoor Use, Activity and Storage, for further regulations.
b. Outside facilities must be located as far as possible from low density zones. Back to Table
(Ord. 4494 § 2, 2015; Ord. 4479 § 2, 2015; Ord. 4476 § 2, 2015)
40.40 Development Standards
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Use |
Landscape Category (Chapter 95 KZC) |
Sign Category (Chapter 100 KZC) |
Required Parking Spaces (Chapter 105 KZC) |
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Auction House |
B1 |
E |
1 per each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area. |
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Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries3 |
A |
C |
1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. Tasting rooms, 1 per each 100 sq. ft. of gross floor area.4 |
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C5 |
B |
See KZC 105.25. |
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D |
B |
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B |
E |
See KZC 105.25. |
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C5 |
B |
See KZC 105.25. |
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Hazardous Waste Treatment and Storage Facilities |
A |
C |
1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. |
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High Technology3 |
LIT: A15 PLA 6G: A |
D |
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Industrial Laundry Facility3 |
LIT: A15 PLA 6G: A |
C |
LIT: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. PLA 6G: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area.4 |
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B |
E |
LIT: 1 per each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area. PLA 6G: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area.4 |
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Manufacturing3 |
A |
C |
1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area.4 |
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LIT: D PLA 6G: E |
B |
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C11 |
LIT: E PLA 6G: D |
LIT: 1 per each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area.12 PLA 6G: 1 per each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area.4, 12 |
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Packaging of Prepared Materials Manufacturing |
LIT: A15 PLA 6G: A |
C |
LIT: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area.15 PLA 6G: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. |
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Development standards will be determined on a case-by-case basis. See KZC 45.50. |
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LIT: C5 PLA 6G: A5 |
B |
See KZC 105.25. |
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Recycling Center |
A |
C |
See KZC 105.25. |
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B |
E |
1 per each 100 sq. ft. of gross floor area. |
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Retail Establishment Providing Banking and Related Financial Services |
B |
E |
1 per each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area. |
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Retail Establishment Providing Rental Services |
B1 |
E |
1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. |
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Retail Establishment Providing Storage Services3 |
A |
E |
LIT: See KZC 105.25. |
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Retail Establishment Selling Marijuana or Products Containing Marijuana |
B |
E |
1 per each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area. |
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D |
B |
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Vehicle or Boat Repair, Services, Storage, or Washing |
A |
E |
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Warehouse Storage Service3 |
LIT: A15 PLA 6G: A |
C |
LIT: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. PLA 6G: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area.4 |
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Wholesale Establishment or Contracting Services in Building Construction, Plumbing, Electrical, Landscaping, or Pest Control3 |
LIT: B1 PLA 6G: A |
LIT: E PLA 6G: C |
LIT: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. PLA 6G: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area.4 |
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Wholesale Printing and Publishing3 |
LIT: A15 PLA 6G: A |
C |
LIT: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. PLA 6G: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area.4 |
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LIT: A15 PLA 6G: A |
C |
LIT: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. PLA 6G: 1 per each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area.4 |
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Development Standards (DS) Special Regulations:
DS-1. Outdoor storage for this use must be buffered as established in Chapter 95 KZC for Landscaping Category A. Back to Table
DS-2. Cabinet signs are not permitted. Back to Table
DS-3. In the PLA 6G zone, site and building design shall be complementary with surrounding residential, through use of design elements such as roof forms, building modulation, setbacks, and landscaping. The City may require revision of the building design, site plan or landscaping plan in order to minimize noise and enhance the visual character of the area. Back to Table
DS-4. The Planning and Building Director may allow incidental visitor parking to access from 7th Avenue South; provided, that the applicant can demonstrate that the visitor parking will not adversely affect the residential character of the neighborhood, the parking will not be used by delivery vehicles, and the design precludes expanded use of this parking. Back to Table
DS-5. Landscape Category A or B may be required depending on the type of use on the subject property and the impacts associated with the use on the nearby uses. Back to Table
DS-6. An on-site passenger loading area must be provided if this use can accommodate five or more children. The City shall determine the appropriate size of the loading areas on a case-by-case basis, depending on the number of attendees and the extent of the abutting right-of-way improvements. Carpooling, staggered loading/unloading time, right-of-way improvements or other means may be required to reduce traffic impacts on nearby residential uses. Back to Table
DS-7. Reserved. Back to Table
DS-8. If manufacturing, then one per each 1,000 square feet of gross floor area. If office, then one per 300 square feet of gross floor area. Back to Table
DS-9. An on-site passenger loading area may be required depending on the number of attendees and the extent of the abutting right-of-way improvements. Back to Table
DS-10. The location of parking and passenger loading areas shall be designed to reduce impacts on nearby residential uses. Back to Table
DS-11. The following regulations apply only to veterinary offices:
a. If there are outdoor runs or other outdoor facilities for the animals, then use must comply with Landscape Category A. Back to Table
DS-12. If a medical, dental, or veterinary office, then one per each 200 square feet of gross floor area. Back to Table
DS-13. An on-site passenger loading area may be provided. The City shall determine the appropriate size of the loading areas on a case-by-case basis, depending on the number of attendees and the extent of the abutting right-of-way improvements. Carpooling, staggered loading/unloading time, right-of-way improvements or other means may be required to reduce traffic impacts on nearby residential uses. Back to Table
DS-14. Outdoor vehicle or boat parking or storage areas must be buffered as required for a parking area in KZC 95.45. See KZC 115.105, Outdoor Use, Activity and Storage, for additional regulations. Back to Table
DS-15. The landscaping and parking requirements for accessory uses such as wholesale, office, retail or service will be the same as for the primary use. Back to Table
(Ord. 4494 § 2, 2015; Ord. 4479 § 1, 2015; Ord. 4476 § 2, 2015)