MAXIMUM NUMBER AND SIZE

General

RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, R-14 and RMF

Accessory structures shall only be allowed on lots in conjunction with a primary use.

The total floor area of all accessory buildings shall not be greater than the floor area of the primary residential uses.

The lot coverage of the primary residential structure combined with all accessory buildings shall not exceed the maximum lot coverage of the Zoning District.17

RC and R-1

2 structures – max. 720 sq. ft. per structure, or

1 structure – max. 1,000 sq. ft.

In addition, 1 barn or stable – max. 2,000 sq. ft., provided the lot is 5 acres or more.

R-4, R-6, and R-8

2 structures – max. 720 sq. ft. per structure, or

1 structure – max. 1,000 sq. ft.

R-10 and R-14

1 structure per residential unit – max. 400 sq. ft.; provided, that they are architecturally consistent with the principal structure.

Except greenhouses, sheds, or other similar accessory structures – max. 150 sq. ft.

MAXIMUM HEIGHT18, 19

RC

12 ft.

R-1, R-4, R-6, and R-8

12 ft.

Animal husbandry or agricultural related structures are subject to the maximum wall plate height of subsection A of this Section, and associated conditions. Additionally, the structure shall not be taller than the primary dwelling.

R-10 and R-14

12 ft.

Agricultural related structures are subject to the maximum wall plate height of subsection A of this Section, and associated conditions, except that the structure shall not be taller than the primary dwelling.

RMF

25 ft.20, except that the structure shall not be taller than the primary building(s).

Maximum Height for Public Facilities shall be determined through site plan review.

Maximum Height for Wireless Communication Facilities (Including Amateur Radio Antennas)

RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, R-14, and RMF

See RMC 4-4-140, Wireless Communication Facilities. Freestanding vertical monopole amateur radio antennas are allowed a maximum height of 45 ft. without a Conditional Use Permit. Taller structures will have maximum height determined pursuant to RMC 4-9-030, Conditional Use Permits.

LOCATION

General

RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, R-14 and RMF

4 ft. from any residential structure. If sited closer than 4 ft., the structure shall be considered to be attached.

R-14

For any lot that abuts an alley, vehicular access to garages or carports shall be through the alley. When lots do not abut an alley, all garages and carports shall be located in the rear yard or side yard.

MINIMUM SETBACKS

Front Yard and Secondary Front Yard

RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, R-14 and RMF

Setbacks applied to the primary structure also apply to accessory structures. Accessory structures shall not be located between the primary structure and a street.4

Side Yards for Accessory Buildings

RC and R-1

5 ft., unless located between the rear of the house and the rear property line, then 0 ft. side yard is allowed.

R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, R-14 and RMF

3 ft., unless located between the rear of the house and the rear property line, then 0 ft. side yard is allowed.

Rear Yards for Accessory Buildings

RC

5 ft.

R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, R-14 and RMF

3 ft., unless located between the rear of the house and the rear property line, then 0 ft. rear yard is allowed.

When located within 10 ft. of the rear property line, at least 25% of the lineal length of the rear yard shall remain unoccupied from accessory structures, except when the rear property line abuts an alley.

Except for garages/carports accessed through alleys: to ensure adequate vehicular maneuvering area, garages and carports that are accessed through alleys shall be set back as follows:

1. 9 ft. garage doors shall be at least 26 ft. from the back edge of the alley, or

2. 16 ft. garage doors shall be at least 24 ft. from the back edge of the alley.

Special Setbacks for Animal Husbandry or Agricultural Related Structures

RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, and R-14

Agricultural related structures – 50 ft. from any property line.

Stables and other animal husbandry related structures, see RMC 4-4-010, Animal Keeping and Beekeeping Standards.

RMF

n/a

Clear Vision Area

RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, R-14 and RMF

In no case shall a structure over 42 in. in height intrude into the 20 ft. clear vision area defined in RMC 4-11-030.

CRITICAL AREAS

General

RC, R-1, R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, and R-14

See RMC 4-3-050, Critical Areas Regulations, and 4-3-090, Shoreline Master Program Regulations.