Chapter 17.20
RESIDENTIAL (RS) DISTRICT
Sections:
17.20.020 Uses requiring conditional use permit.
17.20.040 RS development and bulk regulations.
17.20.005 Purpose.
The purpose of the RS zoning district is to provide a safe, attractive and stable environment for residential development, where the predominant development pattern will be single-family dwellings. Uses other than single-family dwellings shall be allowed only to the extent that they support low-density residential development. (Ord. 1912 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1405 § 2, 1999).
17.20.010 Authorized uses.
Authorized uses in the RS district are set forth in Chapter 17.14 MMC, subject to the off-street parking requirements, and other general provisions and exceptions set forth in this code beginning with Chapter 17.44 MMC. (Ord. 1912 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1405 § 2, 1999).
17.20.020 Uses requiring conditional use permit.
Uses permitted subject to the granting of a conditional use permit in the RS district are set forth in Chapter 17.14 MMC. (Ord. 1912 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1405 § 2, 1999).
17.20.030 Accessory uses.
Accessory uses in the RS district are set forth in Chapter 17.14 MMC. Notwithstanding MMC 17.08.030, the total area of all accessory structures may exceed the area of the principal structure if the applicant satisfies the criteria for a conditional use permit. In addition to complying with the conditional use criteria specified in Chapter 17.64 MMC, the hearing examiner shall also consider the following criteria in determining whether a conditional use permit should issue:
A. All accessory structures or uses in the residential zone shall support and enhance the residential nature of the property.
B. The maximum size of any single accessory structure shall not exceed 2,500 square feet.
C. All accessory structures shall not exceed 15 feet in height.
D. All accessory structures shall be screened from surrounding properties by walls and landscaping, intended to break up the visual bulk of the structure, and reduce the visual impact of the structure.
E. No accessory structures subject to this code shall be devoted partially or totally to the pursuit of home occupations.
F. All principal structures and accessory structures shall not exceed 50 percent of the lot area.
G. Accessory structures must be located to the rear of the principal structure. (Ord. 1912 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1586 § 2, 2003; Ord. 1405 § 2, 1999).
17.20.040 RS development and bulk regulations.
A. General dimensional, density and bulk regulations for single-family dwellings are set forth in Chapters 17.15A and 17.15B MMC.
B. The construction of duplex homes is authorized on all lots that are at least 12,000 square feet in area, provided the net density calculation can be met.
C. Setback requirements for accessory uses shall be the same as for other uses except that the minimum rear yard setback for accessory uses shall be seven and one-half feet. (Ord. 2063 § 7, 2023; Ord. 1912 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1750 § 6, 2010; Ord. 1405 § 2, 1999).