Chapter 17.24
RESIDENTIAL MULTIFAMILY
(RM) DISTRICT
Sections:
17.24.020 Uses requiring conditional use permit.
17.24.040 RM development and bulk regulations.
17.24.005 Purpose.
The purpose of the RM zoning district is to provide adequate area for the development of a range of housing types at a moderate density, consistent with the carrying capacity of the city’s resources. Uses in the RM zone other than residential are allowed only to the extent that they promote and support moderate density residential development. (Ord. 1912 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1405 § 2, 1999).
17.24.010 Authorized uses.
Authorized uses in the RM district are set forth in Chapter 17.14 MMC, subject to the off-street parking requirements, landscaping requirements and other general provisions and exceptions set forth in this code beginning with Chapter 17.44 MMC, and the requirements set forth in Chapter 17.62 MMC, Site Plan Approval. (Ord. 1912 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1405 § 2, 1999).
17.24.020 Uses requiring conditional use permit.
Uses permitted subject to the granting of a conditional use permit in the RM district are set forth in Chapter 17.14 MMC. (Ord. 1912 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1405 § 2, 1999).
17.24.030 Accessory uses.
Accessory uses in the RM district are set forth in Chapter 17.14 MMC. (Ord. 1912 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1405 § 2, 1999).
17.24.040 RM development and bulk regulations.
A. General dimensional, density and bulk regulations for principal buildings are set forth in Chapters 17.15A and 17.15B MMC.
B. The minimum lot size of 8,000 square feet is required for the first dwelling unit on any lot.
C. A density increase of 50 percent is allowed for the construction of an adult retirement community, provided the resulting maximum net density will not exceed 18 du/ac for the development of an adult retirement community, otherwise the standard net density applies. (Ord. 1912 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1750 § 8, 2010; Ord. 1405 § 2, 1999).