A. 
Sight Visibility Triangle. On a corner lot in any R district, nothing shall be erected, placed, planted, or allowed to grow in such a manner as to impede visions between a height of three and one-half and 10 feet above the centerline grades of the intersecting streets in the area designated as the sight visibility triangle. The sight visibility triangle shall be formed by measuring back from the point where the intersecting street centerlines meet, a distance of 80 feet along the centerlines, with the third side of the triangle being the straight line connection between the above-mentioned side lines (see Figure 6).
B. 
Exceptions. Sight visibility triangle regulations of this section shall not apply to:
1. 
Utility poles, traffic-control devices, official warnings signs or signals;
2. 
Trees, so long as they are not planted in the form of a hedge and are trimmed to the trunk to the height of at least 10 feet above the grade level of the centerline of the intersection so as to leave, in all seasons, a clear and unobstructed cross view;
3. 
Permanent structures and fences which are existing prior to passage of the ordinance codified in this title.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
A. 
Notwithstanding other provisions of this title, fences, walls, and hedges located within and along the sides of a required front yard shall not exceed 48 inches in height.
B. 
Fences, walls, and hedges located within a required side or rear yard shall not exceed six feet in height; fences located behind the required front, side, or rear yard shall not be more than 10 feet high.
C. 
All outdoor storage of materials, waste, and equipment by a commercial use which is located in or adjacent to any R district shall be screened from sight of the properties in any R district by a sight-obscuring fence a minimum of six feet and a maximum of 10 feet high.
D. 
The fence heights allowed by this section shall not eliminate the visibility at intersections requirement of CMC § 17.64.010.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
A. 
Chimneys, cornices, pilasters, sills or other similar architectural features may extend two feet into a required front yard.
B. 
Eaves, platforms, steps, terraces, solar collectors, carports, or unenclosed porches may extend six feet into a required front yard.
C. 
In the R districts the front yard shall conform to the requirements of this title. However, the required front yard depth need not exceed the average front yard depth of the existing structures if 50 percent of the lots with structures, on one side of a street between two intersecting streets and in the same zone, have front yards of less than the required depth, except that in no case shall the front yard depth be less than 10 feet.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
A. 
Eaves, chimneys, cornices, fireplaces, pilasters, sills or other similar features may extend two feet into a required rear yard.
B. 
Decks, porches, steps or terraces, or patios without roof coverings may extend three feet into a required rear yard.
C. 
Accessory buildings may be located three feet from the rear property line, provided the roof and eaves are designed to prevent runoff from crossing a property line.
D. 
Solar collectors may extend three feet into a required rear yard.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
Spires, belfries, cupolas, antennas, water tanks, ventilators, chimneys, flagpoles, parapet walls, or other appurtenances usually required to be placed above the roof level and not intended for human occupancy are exempt from the height limitations in the district development standards.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
A. 
Use of recreational vehicles as permanent dwelling units is permitted only in specific zoning districts as follows:
1. 
Recreational vehicles may be located on individual lots within designated manufactured home parks, or within designated recreational vehicle parks located in the C-3 (general commercial) district;
2. 
The units must comply with the provisions set forth in RCW 35A.21.312(3), (4), (5), (6), and (7);
3. 
The vehicles shall bear an insignia issued by the state regulatory agency indicating that the unit meets prescribed standards for a recreational vehicle;
4. 
Minimum requirements are met for lot area, setbacks, and off-street parking;
5. 
A protective barrier, as approved by the city, must be installed around the perimeter, at the base of the RV, to restrict access;
6. 
Authorization for the placement of an RV as a permanent dwelling unit shall be obtained from the administrative official through the building permit procedure.
B. 
Recreational vehicles may be located on individual lots for a period of time not to exceed four weeks in any one consecutive 12-month period in any R district, and within a designated RV park, where adequate water, sanitary sewer, and power facilities are available for the use of the occupants of the vehicle.
C. 
Recreational vehicles may be used as a temporary dwelling and may be located on individual lots within the R-3 and C-3 district, and within a designated RV or manufactured home park for a six-month period of time, provided:
1. 
Water, sanitary sewer, and power facilities are available and connected to the recreational vehicle;
2. 
Minimum requirements are met for lot area, setbacks, and off-street parking;
3. 
The vehicle shall bear an insignia issued by the state regulatory agency indicating that the unit meets prescribed standards for a recreational vehicle;
4. 
Authorization for the temporary placement of an RV shall be obtained from the administrative official through the temporary use permit procedure. Any person granted permission for the placement of an RV may apply for one extension of time not to exceed six months. Approval for each installation is nontransferable and nonrenewable.
D. 
The administrative official may grant a temporary use permit allowing recreational vehicles to locate for a maximum 72-hour period on the west side of Walnut Street between Dominion and Hawthorne Avenues or on other city property.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997; Ord. 1278 NS § 2, 2002; Ord. 1488 NS § 18, 2012)
A. 
Automotive vehicles or trailers of any kind or type without current license plates shall not be parked or stored on any property in an R district unless in completely enclosed buildings, except for doors for ingress and egress, or enclosed by a sight-obscuring fence a minimum of six feet high.
B. 
Recreational vehicles such as motor homes, boats, trailers, travel trailers, and campers removed from a vehicle shall not be parked or stored on a street in an R district; provided, however, that such vehicle may be parked on a street for a period of time not to exceed 72 hours during loading and unloading.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
A. 
A landscape plan and maintenance schedule are required as part of the development review process, except in the case of single-family development. Landscape plans shall be submitted as part of the application for a planning approval. If a separate planning approval is not required, a landscape plan shall be submitted with the application for a building permit.
B. 
Perimeter screening shall be provided as follows:
1. 
At the front, sides, and rear of all commercial and industrial sites to provide an all season visual separation and a wind break between adjacent land uses. Perimeter landscaping shall shield the views of industrial and commercial land uses, including outdoor storage, service, waste disposal areas, and loading areas, from roads and adjacent uses. If, however, the rear of the site is adjacent to an agricultural use, no rear yard perimeter screening is required.
2. 
Screening may be provided by existing vegetation, landscaped areas, including the use of berms, fencing or a combination thereof. The use of vegetation (trees and columnar shrubs) is encouraged.
3. 
If a parking lot is adjacent to a street, a minimum of five-foot-wide perimeter landscape area shall be provided between the street and the parking lot.
4. 
Trees and columnar shrubs shall be a minimum of four feet in height at the time of planting and shall grow to a minimum of eight feet within five years.
5. 
Additional screening may be required between dissimilar land uses, at the discretion of the planning commission or board of adjustment.
6. 
Screening requirements may be relaxed if warranted by the use of clustering or shared access, at the discretion of the planning commission or board of adjustment.
C. 
Interior screening shall be required for parking areas according to the following minimum requirements:
1. 
Landscaping shall be provided at a minimum of 10 percent of the parking area.
2. 
One tree for every 10/20 (single/double row) parking spaces shall be provided for summer shade.
3. 
Minimum tree size at planting shall be two-inch caliper.
4. 
Trees shall be planted a minimum three feet from curbs and sidewalks.
5. 
Screening shall include shrubs suitable to be maintained at a height of three feet.
6. 
Location of all landscaping shall avoid obstructing views of crosswalks, intersections, and streetlights.
D. 
The following materials and design requirements are encouraged in landscaping plans:
1. 
The use of plant materials that will achieve a variety of heights, shapes and/or textures upon maturity;
2. 
A combination of evergreen and deciduous trees, shrubs and groundcover;
3. 
The selection and planting of landscaping in close proximity to utility lines that will not adversely impact utility lines;
4. 
The use of drought-tolerant plant materials;
5. 
The retention of existing trees; and
6. 
Fencing materials that are attractive, durable, and complement or blend with the natural colors of the surrounding environment.
E. 
All trees planted shall be in compliance with Chapter 12.16 CMC.
F. 
Provisions shall be made for the ongoing maintenance, including irrigation as necessary, of required landscape areas. Trees and shrubs which die within 12 months of planting shall be replaced by the property owner.
G. 
All yards shall be maintained such that there will be no accumulation of silt, mud or standing water causing unsightly or hazardous conditions either within the yard or on adjacent properties. This does not apply to approved drainage swales.
H. 
All yards and buildings shall be maintained in a neat, tidy manner, including trimming and upkeep of all landscaped areas, and the removal of debris and unsightly objects.
I. 
All undeveloped land areas shall be maintained in permanent vegetative cover, or alternatively be landscaped with an approved combination of materials to control runoff.
J. 
All yards shall be maintained free of noxious weeds consistent with the regulations of the Stevens County weed board.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
Repealed by Ord. 1650 NS.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997; Ord. 1219 NS §§ 2, 3, 2000; Ord. 1408 NS § 3, 2008; Ord. 1510 NS § 1, 2013)
A. 
The following standards shall govern the operation of a home occupation:
1. 
The use, including all storage space, shall not occupy more than 49 percent of the total floor area of any and all structures employed in said use, or 500 square feet, whichever is less;
2. 
No alteration to the appearance of the dwelling unit shall be made which is nonresidential in nature;
3. 
The home occupation shall not employ more than two persons who are not residents of the dwelling;
4. 
Signs identifying a home occupation shall be limited to one nonelectric sign not exceeding four square feet in area, and shall be placed flat against the wall;
5. 
There shall be no window display nor shall sample commodities be displayed outside the building;
6. 
No retail sales, directly to the public, are permitted;
7. 
If the home occupation is conducted in a single-family residence, no equipment or process shall be used which creates noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odors, or electrical interference detectable to the normal senses beyond the property line. If the home occupation is conducted in a dwelling unit other than a single-family residence, no equipment or process shall be used which creates noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odors, or electrical interference detectable to the normal senses outside of the dwelling unit. In the case of the electrical interference, no equipment or process shall be used which creates visual or audible interference in any radio or television receivers off the premises, or causes fluctuations in line voltage off the premises;
8. 
The home occupation shall not generate vehicular traffic which will interfere with residential traffic circulation or shall not cause more than six vehicles including vehicles used by customers, vendors or delivery services to visit the premises per day;
9. 
Any need for parking generated by the home occupation shall be met in a location on-site other than in the required front yard;
10. 
The home occupation shall not involve the use or storage of explosive, toxic, combustible or flammable materials in a quantity that exceed the amounts incidental to normal residential use;
11. 
A home occupation shall not infringe upon the right of neighboring residents to enjoy the peaceful occupancy of their homes for which purpose the residential district was created and is primarily intended.
B. 
The number of home occupations at any one address is not limited, except that the cumulative impact of all such businesses shall not exceed the standards in this section.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
A. 
Except where the base of the manufactured home is flush to ground level, each home shall be installed either with:
1. 
Skirting material, installed within 30 days of occupancy, which is of similar material, color, and pattern as the siding of the manufactured home; or
2. 
A perimeter masonry foundation.
B. 
Manufactured homes shall be installed in accordance with the adopted rules of the Department of Labor and Industries, as specified in Chapter 296-150M WAC, or as hereafter amended.
C. 
Manufactured homes shall bear an insignia issued by a state or federal regulatory agency indicating that the manufactured home complies with all applicable construction standards of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development definition of manufactured home.
D. 
In the R-2 district, manufactured homes shall be multisectioned by original design, with a width of 20 feet or greater as measured along its entire body length.
E. 
In the R-1 district, manufactured homes shall meet the definition of "designated manufactured home" and "new manufactured home" as contained in CMC § 17.04.060.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997; Ord. 1351 NS § 4, 2005)
A child day care center is permitted subject to the following conditions:
A. 
State licensing standards and requirements are met;
B. 
Setbacks, screening, landscaping, lot size, building size, and lot coverage shall conform to the requirements of the district and applicable supplementary standards sections;
C. 
Structure shall meet building, sanitation, health, traffic safety, and fire safety code requirements.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
Satellite dish antennas shall be located in a manner that will not interfere with emergency access along the side yard of the property upon which they are located and shall comply with the sight visibility triangle, CMC § 17.72.010.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
A. 
If a commercial or industrial use is adjacent to an R or C district, a sight-obscuring fence or wall at least six feet high shall be installed to screen the industrial use.
B. 
Storage yards shall be screened by a sight-obscuring fence or wall at least six feet high and a maximum of 10 feet high.
C. 
There shall be no unusual fire, explosion or safety hazards. Storage, handling, and use of hazardous substances, materials and devices shall comply with the Uniform Fire Code as adopted in Chapter 15.04 CMC or as hereafter mentioned.
D. 
Sound levels are not to exceed levels established by noise control regulations of the Department of Labor and Industries. Maximum permissible environmental noise levels to be emitted to adjacent properties are not to exceed levels of the environmental designations for noise abatement (EDNA) as established by the State of Washington, Department of Ecology (WAC 173-60-040).
E. 
Pollution standards set up by regional, state or federal pollution control commissions or boards shall apply to all uses.
F. 
There shall be no production of heat, glare or excessive vibration perceptible beyond any property line of the premises upon which such heat, glare or vibration is being generated.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
Animal pounds and kennels shall comply with the following:
A. 
Noise levels at the property lines shall not exceed the maximum acceptable levels as established by the State of Washington Department of Ecology.
B. 
The use shall be compatible with the surrounding uses.
C. 
The use shall comply with applicable sanitation and health and safety standards.
D. 
The use shall be fully screened from adjacent properties.
E. 
All overnight boarders shall be sheltered in suitable structures which provide a clean and uncrowded environment.
F. 
All structures and runs associated with the kennel shall maintain 100-foot setback from any property line.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
A. 
Where livestock or fowl are kept, the following minimum land requirements shall be maintained, independent of minimum land area requirements for other permitted uses, such as residences:
1. 
Bovine: a minimum of 10,000 square feet of fenced area per bovine;
2. 
Fowl and rabbits: a maximum of 50 each are permitted per family, provided the animals are housed in a coop or other shelter which is further enclosed by a fence;
3. 
Horses, mules, donkeys and burros: a minimum of 10,000 square feet of fenced area per horse, mule, donkey or burro;
4. 
Sheep and goats: a minimum of 5,000 square feet of fenced area per sheep or goat;
5. 
Swine: not permitted;
6. 
Any type of animal not addressed: to be established by the planning commission.
B. 
In addition to the minimum land area requirements established above, animal waste shall be handled in a way to reduce odor and pest problems.
(Ord. 1160 NS § 1, 1997)
A. 
These standards will apply to all residential districts within the city limits, except the R-1-S (single-family suburban) district, which is defined by CMC § 17.64.180, and where single-family residential uses are situated within the C-3 (general commercial) district, subject to the following:
B. 
Only hens will be permitted, no roosters.
C. 
The maximum number of hens permitted will be 10, to be determined based on maximum allowable lot coverage (see subsection (G) of this section).
D. 
There will be no restrictions on the species of chicken.
E. 
Hens must be kept within a wholly enclosed coop at all times; no free-roaming hens will be permitted. The hens may be allowed to temporarily forage during the daytime within a wholly enclosed yard, if they are kept within a covered, mobile tractor (intended for this purpose) or within a separate garden area that is wholly enclosed with screening sufficient to prevent escape. The hens must be placed back into their coop at night.
F. 
If a chicken dies, it must be disposed of promptly in a sanitary manner.
G. 
The maximum area for the chicken structure and enclosure (referred to as "coop") will be 200 square feet and no more than six feet in height.
1. 
The size of the coop will be required to be a minimum of 20 square feet per hen if they are to be contained solely within the coop or 10 square feet per hen if they will be allowed to forage within a covered, mobile chicken tractor or within a wholly enclosed, separate garden area.
2. 
The coop must be kept outside of the front and side yard setbacks for the applicable district and must be obscured from view from the street.
3. 
The structure must be within applicable lot coverage.
4. 
Enclosures must be well maintained; clean, dry, and odor free; kept in a neat and sanitary condition at all times; in a manner that will not disturb the use or enjoyment of neighboring lots due to noise, odor or other adverse impact.
5. 
The coop must provide adequate ventilation, sun, and shade and must be impermeable to rodents, wild birds, and predators, including cats and dogs. It shall be designed to provide a safe and healthy living condition while minimizing adverse impacts to other residents in the neighborhood.
6. 
The structure must be enclosed on all sides and must have a roof and doors. Access doors must be able to be locked at night. Open windows and vents must be covered with predator- and bird-proof wire with less than one-inch openings. Pens must be covered with wire, aviary netting, or solid roofing.
H. 
There will be an annual application and permit fee to inspect coop for compliance with these standards.
I. 
Violations of these standards are subject to a monetary penalty of up to $250.00, in accordance with Chapter 1.10 CMC, Civil Enforcement.
J. 
If a violation is validated and the situation is not brought into compliance to the satisfaction of the city of Colville, then the permit will be revoked. The hens, coop, and enclosure must be removed. Any approved reinstallation of a coop and hens will be subject to a one-year probationary period. If violations continue to occur, future applications may be denied.
(Ord. 1488 NS § 19, 2012; Ord. 1510 NS § 2, 2013)
A. 
Beekeeping will be allowed with the approval of an annual permit application on any lot occupied by a single-family residence that is within any of the residential districts, subject to the ability to meet applicable standards and notification to adjoining property owners (not including right-of-way) at least 10 days prior to permit approval. Notification letters, including pre-addressed, stamped envelopes, will be submitted to the city of Colville building and planning department for mailing.
B. 
Standards Applicable to Beekeeping.
1. 
Location, Density and Maintenance of Colonies.
a. 
The minimum lot size where colonies may be kept is 6,000 square feet. The number of colonies is limited to two colonies per 6,000 square feet of lot area, up to a maximum of six colonies on lots of 12,000 square feet or larger; and
b. 
Colonies shall be set back a minimum of 25 feet of any property line, except that a colony may be situated within 10 feet of a side lot line or rear lot line provided the following provisions are met:
i. 
The beekeeper establishes and maintains a flyway barrier at least six feet in height consisting of a solid wall, solid fencing material, dense vegetation or combination thereof that is parallel to the property line and extends 10 feet beyond the colony in each direction so that all bees are forced to fly at an elevation of at least six feet above ground level over the property lines in the vicinity of the colony; or
ii. 
The colony is situated 10 feet or more above the grade of the nearest adjoining property line.
2. 
Colonies shall be maintained in moveable-frame hives with adequate space and management techniques to prevent overcrowding and swarming.
3. 
In any instance in which a colony exhibits aggressive or swarming behavior, the beekeeper must ensure that the colony is re-queened. Aggressive behavior is any instance in which aggressive characteristics such as stinging or attacking without provocation occur.
4. 
Every beekeeper shall maintain an adequate supply of water for bees located close to each colony.
C. 
Registration and Training.
1. 
All colonies shall be registered with the Director of the State Department of Agriculture pursuant to RCW 15.60.021 no later than April 1st of each year. Copies of the registration must be submitted to the city annually for proof of compliance.
2. 
The beekeeper shall be currently enrolled in or have completed the requirements for apprenticeship level of the Washington State Beekeepers Association master beekeeper certification program and submit proof of compliance to the city.
3. 
The beekeeper shall maintain membership with the Inland Empire Beekeepers Association or other comparable organization. Demonstration of continuous membership must be submitted to the city for proof of compliance.
D. 
There will be an annual application and permit fee to inspect site for compliance with these standards.
E. 
Violations of these standards are subject to a monetary penalty up to $250.00, in accordance with Chapter 1.10 CMC, Civil Enforcement.
F. 
If a violation is validated and the situation is not brought into compliance to the satisfaction of the city of Colville, then the permit will be revoked. The colonies must be removed. Any approved reinstallation of colonies will be subject to a one-year probationary period. If violations continue to occur, future applications may be denied.
(Ord. 1488 NS § 20, 2012)
A. 
Purpose and Intent. These regulations are intended to protect public health and safety, pursuant to the Community Behavioral Health Services Act, Chapter 71.24 RCW, and the statewide Integrated Managed Care (IMC) Policy by requiring safe operations of behavioral health facilities for both the residents and the broader community. The purpose of this section is to establish a review process for the location, siting, and operation of community-based behavioral health facilities that:
1. 
Increase access to behavioral health services and community amenities for individuals with behavioral health conditions or disabilities.
2. 
Allow such facilities to be sited in areas with appropriate conditions for providing services.
3. 
Apply regulatory land use frameworks in the same manner for such facilities as other facilities with similar scale and land use impacts.
4. 
Apply permitting and entitlement processes appropriate to the scale of the facility and location that is efficient, predictable, and informed.
5. 
Ensure that the health and safety of both residents and the broader community is maintained during facility operations.
B. 
Facility and Use Types.
1. 
Competency Evaluation and Restoration Services.
2. 
Crisis Stabilization Facilities.
3. 
Dementia Care Facilities.
4. 
Enhanced Service Facilities.
5. 
Evaluation and Treatment Facilities.
6. 
Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities.
7. 
Involuntary behavioral health residential and inpatient services.
8. 
Mental Health Peer-run Respite Center.
9. 
Opioid treatment programs.
10. 
Recovery Residences – clinical.
11. 
Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facilities.
12. 
Secure Community Transition Facilities.
13. 
Secure Withdrawal Management and Stabilization Facilities.
14. 
Outpatient Behavioral Health Agencies.
C. 
Licensing Requirements.
1. 
All Community-based Behavioral Health Facilities are required to demonstrate compliance with all state and/or federal licensing and certification requirements.
2. 
A written management plan shall be provided by all Community-based Behavioral Health Facilities for review and approval by City Staff and the Zoning Board of Adjustment. At a minimum, a management plan shall address the following components, which shall be maintained throughout operation:
a. 
Identify potential impact(s) on nearby residential uses and proposed methods to mitigate those impacts;
b. 
Identify the project management or agency responsible for the support staff and who will be available to resolve concerns pertaining to the facility. The plan shall specify procedures for updating any changes in contact information;
c. 
Identify staffing, supervision, and security arrangements appropriate to the facility. A 24-hour on-site supervisor is required; and
d. 
Identify a communications plan in the event that information to the surrounding neighborhood would be needed throughout the time the facility is in operation.
D. 
Essential Public Facility Siting Process. The following shall be subject to an essential public facility siting process pursuant to RCW 36.70A.200, WAC 365-196-550, the City of Colville Comprehensive Plan, and Stevens County County-wide Planning Policies:
1. 
Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facilities, Enhanced Service Facilities, Secure Community Transition Facilities, Secure Withdrawal Management and Stabilization Facilities, Competency Evaluation and Restoration Services, Involuntary Behavioral Health Residential and Inpatient Services, and Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facilities, and Evaluation and Treatment, if not in a hospital setting.
2. 
Any new or expanded Behavioral Health Facility as defined by this title or by the State of Washington where more than 30% of the resident or in-patient population is anticipated to be relocated from outside the County of Stevens.
E. 
Conditional Use Permit Requirements.
1. 
New, expanded or proposed co-located Community-based Behavioral Health Facilities not subject to an essential public facility siting process shall require a Type III Conditional Use Permit.
2. 
In addition to the requirements for a complete application specified within CMC § 17.108.050, Development Review Process, proposed Community-based Behavioral Health Facilities must provide a written Operations Plan that shall contain the following minimum components:
a. 
Facility point of contact (a facility email and 24-hour phone line);
b. 
Process and procedures for communicating with neighboring residents and businesses and protocol for addressing concerns;
c. 
Daily usage, including anticipated numbers of residents, expected length of stay, and bed allocations, as applicable;
d. 
Facility rules and regulations;
e. 
Staffing plans (number and shifts);
f. 
Onsite parking plan and anticipated response calls; and
g. 
A safety and discharge plan that shall include relocation and notification procedures to emergency services in the event a resident voluntarily discharges against medical advice.
3. 
The review of new or expanded behavioral health facilities shall, as applicable, consider the additional following components:
a. 
Health and safety impacts to neighboring properties;
b. 
Privacy screening;
c. 
Fencing in accordance with CMC § 17.64.020;
d. 
Landscaping in accordance with CMC § 17.64.100;
e. 
A security plan, including surveillance (both natural surveillance through site design and camera surveillance), any proposed security personnel, lighting, access control, delayed egress, and alarm systems;
f. 
An emergency plan, including emergency access;
g. 
Access control such as badges, key cards, or delayed egress; and
h. 
Transitional care coordination, including transportation.
F. 
Approval Criteria. In addition to all other standards required by this title and findings specified within CMC Chapter 17.84, the following additional criteria shall apply:
1. 
A 24-hour on-site supervisor shall be required.
2. 
24-hour on-site security staffing shall be required for all inpatient behavioral health facilities.
3. 
Community Safety Spacing. Crisis Stabilization Facilities, Opioid Treatment Programs, and Evaluation and Treatment Facilities shall not be sited within eight hundred and eighty feet (880 ft) of any public park, playground, recreation/community center or facility, library, childcare center (including all types of child daycares), school, miniature golf, ice/skate rink, bowling alley, movie theater, game arcade, or game store. The measurement method shall be from the closest property line to the closest property line. Evaluation and Treatment Facilities may be exempted from this requirement by the approving authority if co-located within a hospital setting, and it is found not to be unduly detrimental to the use of properties in the project vicinity.
4. 
The proposed facility and improvements shall be compatible with surrounding properties, including the size, height, location, setback, arrangements of all proposed buildings, and signage.
5. 
All required local, state, and federal licensing requirements applicable to the proposed facility must be met prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy and maintained throughout the period of operation.
(Ord. 1739 NS, 11/25/2025)
A. 
Purpose and Intent. This section establishes a review and permitting process for the location, siting, and operation of transitional and permanent supportive housing. These regulations are intended to protect public health and safety by requiring safe operations for both the residents and the broader community.
B. 
Applicability. This section applies to all proposals for new or expanding transitional housing and permanent supportive housing uses, or modifications to such uses.
C. 
Development Review Process Type. Transitional housing and permanent supportive housing uses are classified as a Type II development review and shall be reviewed by the Technical Review Committee and processed in accordance with CMC § 17.108.100.
D. 
Application Requirements. In addition to general application requirements specified within CMC Chapter 17.108, all applications for transitional housing and permanent supportive housing shall contain the following:
1. 
Identification of sponsors and/or managing agencies, including, but not limited to:
a. 
Identification of experience providing similar services to people experiencing homelessness.
b. 
Certifications or academic credentials in an applicable human service field and/or applicable experience in a related program with people experiencing homelessness.
2. 
An operations plan that addresses the following elements:
a. 
Roles and responsibilities of key staff.
b. 
Site/facility management, including a security and emergency plan.
c. 
Identification of a phone number and point of contact at the site of the proposed facility for the community to report concerns.
d. 
A plan for addressing reported concerns and documenting resolution, and making this information publicly available.
e. 
Security cameras with remote monitoring capabilities.
f. 
On-site supervision shall be provided at all times unless the operations plan demonstrates that this level of supervision is not warranted for the population being served.
g. 
Site/facility maintenance.
h. 
Occupancy policies, including resident responsibilities and a code of conduct that includes a prohibition of criminal activity, including, but not necessarily limited to on-site use or sale of illegal drugs, threats and intimidation. The sponsor and/or managing agency shall ensure that items deemed as weapons are stored in a safe location.
i. 
Procedures for maintaining accurate and complete records.
j. 
24/7 emergency maintenance response.
k. 
Provision of human and social services, as applicable, including, but not limited to case management and a combination of on-site referrals for medical resources, substance abuse counseling, mental health concerns, parenting issues, health and wellness classes, adult education, employment readiness, food preparation, and nutrition courses and assistance in applying for appropriate programs.
l. 
A parking plan that demonstrates compliance with CMC Chapter 17.72 and is based on the population served and projected need of residents, authorized guests, and staff. Required off-street parking spaces may be increased at the discretion of the city after review of the parking plan.
E. 
Standards and Requirements.
1. 
Access to the buildings is limited to residents and authorized guests, and only authorized tenants may reside in units.
2. 
No children under the age of 18 are allowed to stay overnight in transitional housing or permanent supportive housing sites unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, or unless the facility is licensed to provide services to youth. If a child under the age of 18 without a parent or guardian present attempts to stay in a facility not specifically licensed for providing housing to youth, the sponsor and/or managing agency shall immediately contact Child Protective Services and actively endeavor to find alternative housing for the child.
3. 
All required local, state, and federal licensing requirements applicable to the proposed facility must be met prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy and maintained throughout the period of operation.
4. 
Trash receptacles shall be provided throughout the facility and site. Managing parties shall contract with the applicable trash service provider for the duration of the use.
5. 
All other requirements of this title, including, but not limited to Chapter 17.64 shall be required.
(Ord. 1739 NS, 11/25/2025)
An increased density bonus of twenty percent (20%) is allowed for any affordable housing development of any single-family or multifamily residence located on real property, owned or controlled by a religious organization, subject to the following:
A. 
The underlying zone of the property owned by the religious organization must permit single- family or multifamily development.
B. 
The affordable housing development is set aside for or occupied exclusively by low-income households.
C. 
"Affordable housing development" and "Low-income household" shall have the same meaning as set forth in RCW 36.70A.545.
D. 
"Religious organization" has the same meaning as set forth in RCW 36.01.290.
(Ord. 1739 NS, 11/25/2025)