HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-23-2022 YPC Agenda PacketAWN M Joan Davenport, AICP, Director
AdjlPlanning Division.
ICY OF MMA Joseph Calhoun, Manager
anning 129 North Second Street, 2 a Floor, Yakima, WA 98901.
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City of Yakima Planning Commission
ZOOM VIRTUAL PUBLIC HEARING
City Hall Council Chambers
March 23, 2022
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
YPC MEMBERS:
Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Vice -Chair Lisa Wallace, Leanne Hughes -Mickel, Al Rose, Robert McCormick, and
Mary Place
City Council Liaison: Soneya Lund
CITY PLANNING STAFF:
Joan Davenport (Community Development Director), Rosalinda lbarra (Community Development
Administrative Asst.), Joseph Calhoun (Planning Manager), Eric Crowell (Senior Planner),
Trevor Martin (Senior Planner), Albert Miller (Assistant Planner) and
Analilia Nunez (Planning Technician)
AGENDA
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Staff Announcements
IV. Approval of Meeting Minutes of March 9, 2022
V. Public Hearing - 2022 Text Amendments
Applicant: City of Yakima Planning Division
File Numbers: TXT#001-22 & SEPA#004-22
Site Address: N/A; Citywide
Request: Amendments to sections of the City of Yakima's Municipal Code
Title 14 Binding Site Plans and Title 15 Yakima Urban Area Zoning
Ordinance.
(View packet online:
https://www.yakimawa.gov/services/planning/text-amendments/)
VI. Other Business
VII. Adjourn
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City of Yakima Planning Commission (YPC) Meeting Minutes
via Zoom
March 9, 2022
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Lisa Wallace, Mary Place, Al Rose, Leanne
Hughes -Mickel, Rob McCormick
YPC Members Absent:
Staff Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager, Sara Watkins, City Attorney,
Analilia Nunez, Planning Technician
Staff Announcements — Planning Manager, Calhoun announced the following:
• City council voted to continue applications for the vacancy on the Commission until
March 31. Anticipated start date for the new commissioner is mid -April.
• The public hearing for the proposed text amendments will be held at the next YPC
meeting via Zoom. Commissioners will be notified when YPC meetings will resume to
in -person.
February 23, 2022 Meeting Minutes — It was motioned by Commissioner Rose and seconded
by Commissioner Place to approve the meeting minutes of February 23, 2022 as presented. The
motion carried unanimously.
CWHBA Introduction: Daphne White -Hall — Daphne White -Hall, Government Affairs Director
provided a brief description on her experience in government and building. The commissioners
welcomed her and encouraged her to maintain an open relationship with the Yakima Planning
Commission.
2022 Text Amendments — Calhoun presented an update Text Amendment changes. He shared
with the commissioners the 2022 Text Amendment page which has a copy of the Notice of
Application available, allows people the opportunity to participate in the public hearing, and a
public review draft. The draft includes the most recent changes to pet daycares. The application
is currently in the comment period, no comments have been received at this point but can be
submitted up to the public hearing. A staff recommendation will be presented at the public hearing.
Commissioner Place had a follow-up question on sound -proofing requirements for indoor kennels.
Calhoun explained he wasn't aware of any building code requirements related to sound -proofing.
Chair Liddicoat asked Calhoun to inquire about tracking how many time the 2022 Text
Amendment page is , visited. The commissioners expressed interest in more community
involvement.
Other Business — Commissioner Place asked for clarification on whether the City Council was
holding study sessions on how to make appointments to commissions. Calhoun clarified that the
City Council expressed a desire in holding a study session on the purpose of boards and
commission. He was unsure of anything had been scheduled at this point. Commissioner Place
stated she was interested in more diversity within the commission that would include people
familiar with affordable housing rules, infrastructure and a range of expertise to create a well-
rounded group. Commissioner Rose agreed and elaborated on how important knowledge on
infrastructure, engineering, etc. is within the commission. City Attorney Watkins stated the study
session had been set for March 22 and will be informational to the council about the various City
boards and commissions are; their purpose, members, recent accomplishments, etc. Vice -Chair
Wallace spoke to colleagues around the state and compared their nominating process. She stated
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the current nominating process is outdated. She suggested the current Planning Commission and
Planning department be responsible for recruitment and initial screening and forwarding
applicants to City Council. Commissioner Rose and City Councilmember Lund agreed with Vice -
Chair Wallace. City Councilmember Lund will take steps to see if changes can be made to the
nominating process.
Adjourn — A motion to adjourn to March 23, 2022 was passed with unanimous vote. The meeting
adjourned at approximately 3:20 p.m.
Chair Liddicoat Date
This meeting was filmed by YPAC. Minutes for this meeting submitted by: Ana
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CITY PLANNING — 2022 TEXT AMENDMENTS
TXT#001-22 & SEPA#004-22
Yakima Planning Commissio
Open Record Public Hearin
March 23, 2022 j
Applicant:
City of Yakima Planning Division
File Numbers:
TXT#001-22 & SEPA#004-22
Site Address:
N/A
Staff Contact:
Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager
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CITY PLANNING — 2022 TEXT
AMENDMENTS
TXT#001-22'A-I4
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Joan Davenport, AICP, Director
JJP 6Y o-r A i Planning Division
Joseph Calhoun, Manager
129 North Second Street, 2nd Floor, Yakima, WA 98901
ask.planning@yakiinawa.gov ° www.yakimawa.gov/services/planning
Recommendation Regarding Amendments to the City's Zoning Ordinance and
Subdivision Ordinance
TO: City of Yakima Planning Commission
FROM Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager
SUBJECT: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments — File TXT 001-22
FOR MEETING OF: March 23, 2022
1. PURPOSE AND DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS:
The City of Yakima Planning Division is proposing non -project minor amendments to the City of
Yakima's Municipal Code Titles 14 and 15.
The Planning Commission held eleven study sessions for these proposed amendments on June
23, 2021; July 28, 2021; September 8, 2021; October 13, 2021; October 27, 2021; November 10,
2021; December 8, 2021; January 12, 2022; February 9, 2022; February 23, 2022; and March 9,
2022.
Proposed Amendment Sections:
The complete track changes text can be found in Exhibit "A" and is incorporated herein by
reference. A summary of the amendments is as follows:
1. YMC § 15.02.020 —Definitions
a. New definition for "Cottage Housing"
b. Modified definition for "Development, multifamily
c. Modified definition for "Pet day care"
d. New definitions for "Tiny house" and "Tiny house with wheels
e. New definition for "Tiny house communities"
Staff Analysis: The proposed new and modified definitions are to ensure consistency with the
modified code sections below.
2. YMC § 15.04,030, Table 4-1 Permitted Land Uses
a. Several changes to zones where different housing types can locate and
modification to levels of review
b. , Addition of Cottage House and Tiny House Communities land uses
Staff Analysis: These changes are consistent with the sections below to implement the 2040
Comprehensive Plan and Housing Action Plana
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3. YMC § 15.04.060 — Accessory Uses
a. Modification to (F) Cargo Containers to allow them in additional commercial
zones as an accessory use, and including additional standards and process
requirements.
Staff Analysis: This change allows cargo containers in the B-1 and B-2 zoning districts.
Processing of cargo containers will be done through the Modification provisions and placement
cannot adversely affect lot coverage, landscaping, or parking requirements.
4. YMC § 15.04.150 — Standards for mobile/manufactured home parks
a. Name change of section to "Standards for mobile/manufactured home and tiny
house communities.
b. Section modified to allow tiny homes and tiny homes on wheels.
c. Clarified standards and open space requirements.
Staff Analysis: This proposed change allows tiny homes and tiny homes on wheels to be
permitted through a similar process and standards as a mobile/manufactured home park.
Standards are modified for clarity and to provide additional options.
5. YMC § 15.05.020 — Site design requirements and standards
a. Modification to (E) Setbacks for Residential Accessory Structures to allow
structures not needing a building permit to be allowed closer to property lines.
Staff Analysis: This reduction in setbacks will allow for more flexibility in placement of residential
accessory structures not needing a permit.
b. Modification to (K) Swimming Pools incorporating the definition of 'Swimming
Pools" within the Washington State Residential Code and allowing for prescribed
security measures.
Staff Analysis: This modification will allow for flexibility in providing security around swimming
pools, as prescribed in the Washington State Residential Code.
6. YMC § 15.05.030 — Creation of new lots — Subdivision requirements
a. Cleanup of outdated language, relying on YMC 15.04.030, Table 4-1 for level of
review and density allowances.
Staff Analysis: This change is intended to cleanup existing language and to rely up on Table 4-1
for level of review regarding residential density and land use.
b. Table 5-1. Design Requirements and Standards. Addition of a new note for the
table allowing a 5-foot side yard setback for single-family homes, duplexes, and
common wall structures in the R-3 zoning district.
Staff Analysis: This change is intended to allow lower density uses in the R-3 zone to utilize the
same side yard setback as other residential zoning districts. There are several smaller lots in
the R-3 zone which are more suitable to a single-family home or duplex and the current 10-foot
side yard setback can be challenging to meet.
c. Table 5-2. Subdivision Requirements. Change to Common Wall Dwelling
minimum lot width to 35-feet for all zones where permitted.
Staff Analysis: This change is intended to allow more flexibility in the placement of Common
Wall Dwellings.
7. YMC § 15.05.055 — New development improvement standards.
a. Removal of (2015 Edition) identifier for the International Fire Code.
Staff Analysis: Cleanup change to remove specific edition date.
8. YMC § 15.05.060 Administrative adjustment of certain basic development standards
allowed.
a. Removal of entire section
Staff Analysis: Removal of redundant section. YMC Ch. 15.10 provides for the process and
requirements for an Administrative Adjustment.
9. YMC § 15.06.040 — Off-street parking standards
a. Addition of Subsidized Low -Income Housing Parking
b. Addition of Tiny House, Tiny House with Wheels, Manufactured Home, and
Mobile Home
c. Reduction of parking space requirement for Multifamily development in the CIBD
Staff Analysis: These proposed changes provide for consistency with other changes proposed
during this text amendment cycle, add more residential uses to the table, and include additional
standards that can be met to qualify as Subsidized Low -Income Housing Parking.
10. YMC Ch. 15.09.035 — Cottage Housing (New Section)
a. New section to allow Cottage Housing Development
b. Includes standards for siting, parking, open space, common areas/buildings, etc.
Staff Analysis: This section introduces a new housing type to the City of Yakima, implementing
one of the goals of the with the Housing Action Plan.
11. YMC § 15.09.045 — Accessory dwelling units
a. Removal of minimum lot size requirements
b. Modifying water and sewer hookup requirement to within 200-feet of the line
c. Allowing an ADU on a lot with well and/or septic with Health District certification
Staff Analysis: These changes will allow an ADU on any lot with an existing single-family home,
regardless of minimum lot size. ADUs can also be constructed on lots without public water
and/or sewer if the well and/or septic are certified by the Health District as being adequate for
both the SFR and ADU.
12. YMC § 15.10.020 Administrative adjustment of some development standards authorized
a. Removal of 'B' Allow zero lot line development or common wall construction in
conformance with the provisions
b. Clarify that Adj applications are processed under the Type (2) process
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c. Allow maximum building height to be increased through the Adj process if certain
standards are met.
Staff Analysis: Zero lot line and Common wall development is permitted in accordance with
Table 4-1 and does not require Administrative Adjustment. The Type 2 process is what has
been used to process these applications. Maximum building height increases that meet
standards are able to be completed through an Adjustment, rather than a Variance.
13.74TIC Ch. 14.35 — Binding Site Plans
a. Adding mobile homes, tiny houses and tiny houses with wheels as allowed uses
that can be subdivided using the BSP process
b. Allowing a BSP in all zoning districts
Staff Analysis: This change is in accordance with recent changes in state law, RCW
58.17.040(5)
The proposed text amendments are consistent with the following goals and policies of the
Comprehensive Plan 2040
Goal 2. 1:
Establish a development pattern consistent with the community's vision.
Policy 2.1.6:
Adopt coordinated development regulations that facilitate Yakima's preferred
land use pattern (e.g. allowed density, uses, and site provisions)
• Refine the land use code on an ongoing basis to make it user-friendly by
employing simple language, easy to read charts, and illustrative graphics.
• Monitor and refine the land use code as needed to facilitate the preferred
land use pattern and development character.
• Integrate an appropriate balance of predictability and flexibility when
updating development regulations that allow ease of administration and
interpretation and offer optional ways of meeting requirements when
possible.
Goal 2.3L
Provide for a wide variety of housing types within the city to meet the full range
of housing needs for Yakima's evolving population.
Policy 2.3.1 (A),
Accessory Dwelling Units,(ADU), Allow for attached and detached ADU's in all
residential districts provided size, design, and other provisions are included to
promote compatibility with surrounding uses. Additional considerations may
include:
• Reduce the minimum lot size for lots qualifying for an ADU.
• Allow free-standing ADU's provided lots retain useable open space and
units minimize privacy impacts to adjacent properties.
• Provide an owner occupancy requirement (owner must live in primary home
or AIDU).
Policy 2.3.1 (D)
Cottage Housing, Allow the development of cottage housing (a cluster of small
homes around a common open space) in residential zones, provided special
provisions are included to ensure a pedestrian -oriented design, inclusion of
common open space, and strict cottage size limitations.
Policy 2.3.5:
Consider new design standards for new multifamily development to promote
neighborhood compatibility, enhance the livability of new housing, and enhance
the character of residential and mixed -use areas.
Goal 2.4:
Downtown. Enhance the character and economic vitality of Yakima's Central
Business District.
Policy 2.4.2:
Maintain and strengthen downtown as the center for civic, retail, cultural, dining
and entertainment activity in Yakima.
Policy 2.4.2(B),
Promote new mixed -use development on vacant or underutilized parcels.
Upper floor apartments, condominiums, and office uses are encouraged.
Goal 2.5:
Arterial corridors and other mixed -use centers. Enhance the character,
function, and economic vitality of Yakima's arterial corridors and mixed -use
centers.
Policy 2.5. 1,
Allow for a mixture of compatible land uses along corridors and within mixed -
use designated areas. This includes the integration of multi -family residential
and office uses with retail and service commercial uses. Provide zoning and
design standards to maintain compatibility between different uses and zones.
Goal 5. 1:
Encourage diverse and affordable housing choices.
Policy 5.1.3:
Encourage mixed use infill development, particularly in Downtown and
commercial nodes.
Policy 5.1.10:
Remove barriers to development of affordable and market rate housing
• Maintain a zoning system that allows a wide range of housing types and
densities
• Use creative SEPA tools such as threshold exemptions, infill and mixed -
use exemptions, or planned actions to encourage housing and
streamline permitting.
• Ensure that City fees and permitting time are set at reasonable levels so
they do not adversely affect the cost of housing.
Policy 5.1.6.*
Allow accessory dwelling units in single family zones to increase the supply of
affordable housing units to help existing homeowners remain in their homes.
Ill. Housing Action Plan CHAP
The proposed text amendments are consistent with the following objectives and strategies of
the Housing Action Plan, adopted June 2021:
1. Update city regulations to remove barriers to innovative housing types
14. Revise parking standards in key areas
32. Incentivize backyard cottages and cottage housing
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This project was processed for review under the State Environmental Policy Act as a procedural
action per WAC 197-11-800(19), and a Preliminary Determination of Nonsignificance was
issued on March 2, 2022 (SEPA#004-22). The DNS was retained on March 22, 2022.
Notice of Public Hearing
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No written comments were submitted prior to the drafting of this report. Any comments
submitted prior to the hearing will be addressed in a supplemental report made available at the
March 23, 2022 hearing.
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2. The proposed text amendments are consistent with and implement the YakimT
Comprehensive Plan 2040, as required by RCW 36.70A. 1 30(l)(d).
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The Department of Community Development recommends APPROVAL of these text
amendments.
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Approval:
Based on the testimony and evidence presented during this afternoon's public hearing, I move
that the Planning Commission draft findings of fact and forward a recommendation of approval
to the Yakima City Council.
Approval with modifications:
Based on the testimony and evidence presented during this afternoon's public hearing, I move
that the City of Yakima Planning staff modify the draft language to include the changes noted in
the minutes of this afternoon's public hearing, and with these changes move that the Planning
Commission draft findings of fact and forward a recommendation of approval to the Yakima
City Council.
Denial:
Based on the testimony and evidence presented during this afternoon's public hearing, I move
that the Planning Commission reject the proposal to include findings of fact documenting the
reasons for denial, and order the proposal be forwarded to the Yakima City Council with a
recommendation for denial.
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1. YMC Code Changes —Track Changes Summary
111 15.02.020 Definitions.
"Development, multifamily" means a structure or structures, or portion thereof, designed for
attached or detached dwelling units on a lot. Any combination of three -plus, duplex and detached
single-family dwellings that have a common driveway access on a single lot of record is considered
multifamily development. This definition does not include "Cottane Housiba" asJtfinedin YMC
15.02.020.
"Pet day care" means .. or structure in which an agency, person or persons regularly provide
care for Qets, but not including outdoor Qve 'aiftt
definffibn 92������Uses not meeting this definition shall be
considered kennels.
15.04.030 Table of permitted land uses.
Table 4-1 titled "Permitted Land Uses" is incorporated as part of this section. Each permitted land
use listed in Table 4-1 is designated a Class (1), (2), or (3) use for a particular zoning district. In
2ddition, some Class (1) uses may require Type (2) review in accordance with YMC 15.04,020. All
permitted land uses and associated site improvements are subject to the design standards and
review procedures of this title.
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Accessory Uses
See YMC 15.04.060
Accessory Dwelling Unit (*) (See YMC
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Existing or New Detached Single -Family Dwelling on Existing
Lots of 8,000 Square Feet or Less
Detached Single -Family Dwelling (zero lot line) (*) (See
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Attached Single -Family Dwelling, Common Wall
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Mobile Home (*) or Manufactured Homes
See YMC 15.04.160
15.04.060 Accessory uses.
- . Cargo Containers.
1- Not Permitted. containers shall not beused for storage orother use within the
residential—,&4-,-er—B-�k zoning districts for more than two consecutive weeks at a time.
2. Permitted. Cargo containers and/or semi -truck trailers are allowed as an accessory use to
a. refrigerated cargo containers and/or semi -truck trailers that are not
feet from any existing residential zoning district.
15.04.150 Standards for mobile/manufactured home and tiny house
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occupants of mobile/manufactured and tiny homes that may be located within a cornmqgjb��
developed under these standards. These standards shall be applied in a manner that stresses
minimizing costs. Alternatives that reduce costs and meet the intent of these standards will be
engineer or surveyor and shall include the following information in addition to the standard
information required for site plans:
1. All spaces shall be clearly delineated on the site plan and include dimensions and square
footage for each space;
4. The location ofrequired parking for each un
5.
8. Signage for the park and directional miQnag
7. The location ofall solid waste containers and screening ofconbaine
8. All facilities, utilities, improvements and amenities shall be shown on the site plan,
including pathways, sidewalks, and recreational facilities.
C. Development Standards.
1. Minimum Space Size and Width. The minimum space size and width for a
mobile/manufacturedh e-pa*
, finy house/tiny house on wheels or recreational vehicle,
exclusive of streets, shall
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area standards.
2. Internal Street Paving. Aminimum oftwenty-four feet ofpaved internal street shall be
required for access to each unit, paved in accordance with YMC 15.06.110.
i Ubwprovided for each unit in
accordance with this title, YMC Chapter 15.06.
4, Street lighting, A street light shall be provided at each street intersection within the
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5. Right -of -Way Dedication and Frontage Improvements. Appropriate provisions for right-of-
waydedioetionmndriQht-uf+wayimprevemenhaedjemmnttothepmrhohoUbemede.inc|uding
street paving, sidewa|ha, curbm, guttenm, and street lighting. Improvements shall beinstalled
prior to placement of units in the park, unless an appropriate bond or instrument acceptable to
the appropriate jurisdiction is provided to guarantee installation of improvements.
6. Street Signs and |nbnnna| Directional Signs. All streets within the park shall be named
utilizing blue street signs consistent with the appropriate jurisdiction's public street signs.
Internal directional signs indicating unit/space numbers shall be placed at all street
intersections within the park.
7. Utilities. All utilities shall be installed prior to placement of units in the park, including
irhgeUon, domestic water, and sewer. All utilities shall be installed underground, including
electrical diothbution, ha|ephone, and cable TV. The internal water system ahoU include fire
hydrants located at the direction of the appropriate jurisdiction's fire department.
8. Minimum Unit Separation. Units shall be separated by a minimum of ten feet measured
from the furthest extremity of each unit, including stairways.
10. Stormwater Drainage. All stormwater drainage shall be retained on site and a drainage
plan shall be approved by the appropriate jurisdiction.
11. Dumpsters/Solid Waste Containers. Dumpsters, and solid waste containers shall be
provided for common use, and shall be screened with a six -foot -high, view -obscuring fence or
wall and access gate.
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of a papk�g��if explansion plant also include imptoVernents to the existing pO*���
E. Iflaintenance of Common Areas, Landscaping and Open Space/Recreational Areas. All
common areas and facilities (including streets, walkways, utilities, landscaping, storage areas, op
space, and recreational areas) shall be continuously maintained in good condition by the pa-r-k
�q��wner or designated homeowner's association. An irrigation system shall be installed f,
maintenance of landscaping and recreationallopen space areas that would normally require
irrigation. I
F. Planned Development Under the Provisions of This Title. Development of a
mobile/manufactured home or tiny house may be accomplished under the planned
development provisions of this title.
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2. Residential Accessory Structures Not Requiring a Building Permit. The minimum
setback for a residential accessory structure in a residential district shall be at least five
feet froxiStinA structures, zero feet from the side and
rear property lines. and up to, but not within, the required front yard setback; provided, that
the accessory structure shall not encroach onaneasement.
Setbacks,
a. Front yard: The swimming pool, apron, and pump house meet the required f ront
yard setback in Table 5-1.
b. Side and rear yard: The swimming pool and pump house are setback at least
three feet from the property line. The swimming pool apron may extend up to the
property line.
c. From an easement: The swimming pool, apron, and pump house may extend up
to, but shall not encroach upon, an easement.
2. The area around the pool i%gs4WLbkpncIosed by a protective fence
not less than four feet in height, orby andthor i)(684flotivo !ppasure
15.05.030 Creation of new lots —Subdivision requirements.
FA. Table of Subdivision Requirements. The provisions of this section and the requirements s;'
forth in Table 5-2 are hereby established for all subdivisions in the zoning districts indicated. 1.
the case of conflict between the text and tables, the text shall govern. Additional subdivision
requirements are established in Y MC Title 14. 1
1. Assure that residential densities in new subdivisions, multifamily developments, or
planned residential developments are compatible with the existing or planned level of public
services and the density of the zoning district;
OP. Permit the clustering of dwelling units (when clustering occurs, open space shall be
provided in accordance with YMC 15 ' and
3. Permit a variety of residential dwelling types within a development.
development or planned residential development:
TAE IfiATUMUM NUMBER OF UNITS PERMITTED ON A SITE = (the total site
area in acres) - (the area of streets, rights -of -way, and access easements, in
acres) x (the maximum number of dwelling units permitted per net residential
acre).
Any fraction of a dwelling unit shall be rounded up to the next whole number if one-
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1 . The lots created meet the lot size and lot width requirements established in Table
5-2;
2. The existing structures meet the building area and setback requirements in Table
5-1; and
3. The new densitV Js consi§knt A h t e district intent statement and Y MC Table 4-
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C. Minimum Lot Size. Minimum lot size is the smallest lot size permitted in a particular zoning
district when land is subdivided, short platted, resubdivided, or when lot lines are adjusted. No
lot shall be created that is smaller than the applicable minimum lot size standard established in
Table 5-2.
1 . In residential districts, this standard is intended to maintain the residential
character of the area and will vary by dwelling type, the suitability of the land for
1evelopment, and the type of water and sewer system. The following are the
minimum lot size requirements in the residential districts, except when the Yakima
health district determines that a larger area is necessary for the safe installation of
2pproved water supply and sewage disposal systems:
t. The smaller lot size for zero lot line, attached, and multifamily dwellings does not
permit an increase in the maximum number of dwelling units per net residential acre
zstablished in subsection B of this section. Any lots created for zero lot line, attached,
2nd multifamily dwellings shall be so designated on the face of the plat or short plat.
3. In the local business district, the minimum lot size is intended to maintain the
character of the district and provide adequate space f or off-street parking and
landscaping.
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districts and maintain vacant land in relatively large parcels that can be easily
assembled when development is proposed.
D. Standard Lot Width. Standard lot width is the minimum lot width generally permitted in a
particular zoning district. The intent of this standard is to prevent irregu larly shaped lots along,
and to control access to rights -of -way.
E. Concurrent Subdivision and Zoning Review Required. Any application for along
jj)_,_(2) or (3) review under this title shall, at or prior to the filing of such application, also f Ile an
application for such review under this title. Such application shall be heard by the hearing
examiner concurrently with the subdivision application using the procedures for Cjosrs� (3)
review.
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Table 5-1. Design Requirements and Standards
ZONING DISTRICTS
SITE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS
SR JR-1 JR-2
JR-3
11 JSCC ILCC-TCBD
DEVELOPMENT ON EXISTING LOTS OR PARCELS
See YMC 15.05.020 and 15.19.040
LOT COVERAGE
60%
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80%- 85% 1 90100%
STANDARD FRONT Arterials 2
60
40
STRUCTURE
SETBACKS, Collector ArterialS 2
50
(in feet) Local Access 2
45
30
Private Road 2
37.50
Private Access Easement 3
10
SIDE Arterials 2
50
40
Collector Arterials 2
40
LocalAcceSS2
30
Private Road 2
32.50
Private Access Easement 3,
5
0
Alley, or Property Line 7
108
Residential District 4
20 30
or 1/2 building height, whichever is greatest
REAR 6 Alley or Property Line
0
15
Residential District 1
15 15
20 30
or 1/2 building height, whichever is greatest
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MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT (in feet)
35
50
T T-
35 50 N/A 50 N/A
STANDARD FENCE HEIGHT 6
See YMC 15,05.020(G)
STANDARD In Required Front Setbacks
Not Permitted
SCREEN HEIGHTI Behind Required Front Setbacks
15
1. Landscaping may be required pursuant to YMC Ch. 15.06.
2. The setback is measured from the centerline of rights -of -way (or access easement, in the case of private roads). In the
residential districts, the minimum front yard setback shall be twenty feet from the front property line and the minimum side
yard setbacks shall be ten feet from the side property line abutting the right-of-way.
3. The setback is measured from the edge of the access easement.
4. Measured from abutting residential district.
5. Additional setbacks may be required to conform to sitescreening requirements in YMC Ch. 15.07.
6. The rear setback from arterials, collectors, and local access streets shall be the same as the front yard setback
requirements from arterials, collectors, and local access streets, provided the required rear setbacks shall not be less than
the required setbacks from the property line. (See also Note 3.)
7. Zero lot line dwelling units are allowed a zero -foot setback from one side property line not abutting a right-of-way. (See
YMC Ch. 15.09.)
Table 5-2. Subdivision Requirements
Zoning Districts
Subdivision Requirements
SIR JRA [R-2 JR-3 JHB JB-11 113-2 JSCC _ JLCC JCB�D GC AS D
M-1 M-2
Maximum Number of Dwelling
Units Permitted per Net
See YMC Ch. 15.04, Table 4-1
Residential Acre
Detached S.F.
6,000
Dwelling
S.F. Dwelling, Zero Lot
Minimum Residential Uses
Line(4)
6,000 Where Permitted
4,000 3,500
Not
Permitted
Lot Size See Definitions in
S.F. Dwelling,
(in YMC Ch. 15.02
Common Wall
square
feet) (3)
Two -Family Dwelling
8,000 — t 7,000
Multifamily Dwellings
Density May Not Exceed Maximum Number of Dwelling Units Permitted per
I and PD—Residential
Net Residential Acre
Permitted Nonresidential Uses(5)
10,000 5,000 10,000 None
1/2 Acre
ALL Except Common
Wall Dwelling (per
60 50 None
60
Unit)
Standard Lot Width (2) (in feet)
—
Common Wall Dwelling
50
35
(per Unit)
35 Where Permitted
ARITIOWTA
All development within the Yakima urban growth area (UGA) must meet the urban standards of
the city of Yakima including the following:
1 . Fire apparatus access roads for multiple -family residential developments and one- or
two-family residential developments shall be subject to the provisions of Sections D1 06
and D1 07, respectively, of Appendix D of the International Fire Code (204&4id#ie+4.
Additionally, such reside
D105 of Appendix D, International Fire Code (2046-E44GF�, pertaining to aerial fire
apparatus roads, as applicable. All provisions of the International Fire Code referenced
above are hereby adopted and incorporated herein by this reference, as now existing or
as hereafter amended and adopted by the city. Minimum requirements for the primary and
secondary access will be at least twenty feet wide, unobstructed, paved lanes.
2. In order to promote safety for emergency access and circulation within and between
new developments, cul-de-sac streets (public or private) shall not exceed 600 feet.
1 15.06.040 Off-street parking standards.
are included in gross floor area. However, the required off-street parking for storage areas shall be
calculated at the rate of one space per five hundred square feet rather than the specific parking
standard established in Table 6-1; except when the parking standard for the principal use would
require fewer parking spaces (i.e., one space per six hundred square feet). All required off-street
parking shall be subject to the procedures of this title and the standards of this section.
B. Uses Not Specified. Off-street parking requirements for uses not specifically listed in Table 6-1
shall be determined by the reviewing official based upon the requirement for similar uses.
C. Downtown Business District Exempt. The downtown business district of Yakima, as shown in
Figure 6-1 and hereby adopted as a part of this chapter, shall be exempt from the provisions of this
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Accessory dwelling units
1 space
Single-family dwellin , Manufactured Home M bile
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Home
Two-family dwellings
4 spaces
Tiny Hguse. Tiny HOUSe with Wheels. Rffqmglip�
1 space
Vehicle
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2 spaces L1.5 in CBDLper dwelling
Mofe4han4Q-uaU1 0 or more units
1.5 spaces Lj_Lin QBDjper dwelling
Retirement homes
1 space for each dwelling unit
Subsidized Low-Incorne_Hpqsing see YMG
0.5 spaqqa2ff
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5.
� �Developrnont Size: Minimum 10.000 square- feet
'7. Maximum Height 25 feet
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a, Shall be located adjacent to each unit for the exclusive use of the residen!Csj,
b. Each area of orivate, ooen-soace shall contain a minimum dimension of 10 feet on all
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� 15_09.045 Accessory dwelling Units.
A. Purpose. The purpose ofthe accessory dwelling unit (AOL) provisions hsto:
1. Provide property owners with an opportunity for extra income, companionship, and
oeouhh/;
2. Better utilize existing infrastructure and community resources (sewer, water, roads, etc.);
3. Provide a housing type that allows flexibility to respond to changing needs and lifestyles;
4. Add to the supply of affordable dwelling units; and
5. Protect neighborhood character and stability by ensuring that ADUs are compatible with
surrounding land uses.
B. Requirements. Anaccessory dwelling unit is apermitted use onall parcels containing esingle-
family dwelling (See YK8C15]}4103KI.Table 4-1.for level ofreview) subject toall ufthe following
1 . The accessory dwelling unit may be attached to the primary residence or attached to or
above a detached garage, or be its own stand-alone structure.
2. Off-street parking shall be provided as required in YMC Chapter 15.06 for both the ADU
and the primary residence located on the lot they are intended to serve.
3. The ADU's floor area shall not exceed one thousand square feet.
4. The ADU's exterior walls shall be designed so as to be similar in style, color, and building
materials to the primary detached dwelling.
5. An ADU attached to the primary structure shall have the same building setbacks as the
primary structure. An ADU that is attached to, or built above, a detached garage or a stand-
alone structure shall have the same building setbacks as an accessory structure.
6. A parcel/lot shall contain no more than one single-family residence and one AIDU_
7. ADUs shall not be allowed on parcels containing a duplex or multifamily dwelling, ora
commercial or industrial structure/use.
S The primary residence and the ADUshall both beconnected bopublic sewer and water if
a. |fthe ADUis attached bothe primary dwelling unit, the two dwelling units shall share
asingle sewer and water connection.
b. If the ADU is attached to, or located above, a detached garage, or is a stand-alone
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10. Alot containing anADU shall not be subdivided, orotherwise aegregabedinovvnemhip.
in owmy that separates the AOU and the primary dwelling unit on different |ots, except as
permitted under YK0{}Title 14,
4411. Any exterior stairs shall beplaced inthe rear urside yard.
@-3��. Adeed restriction, signed by the property owner and the oity, shall be recorded with
th� Yohima County auditor's office providing notice to potential buyers ofthe ADU restrictions.
-1413. AOU'auses eoashort term rental shall also comply with Y[NC15`09.08W0and all other
applicable codes.
C. Enforcement. The city retains the right with reasonable notice to inspect the ADU for
compliance with the provisions of this section.
D. Elimination. The city retains the right with reasonable notice to withdraw occupancy approval if
any of the requirements under subsection B of this section are violated. In the event the city
withdraws occupancy, the property owner may:
2. If detached, use the building for an approved accessory use or remove the structure fr
the premises. I
The purpose of this section is to provide flexibility by allowing certain development standards in
YMC Chapters 15.05 through 15.08 to be administratively adjusted. A particular standard may
be reduced or modified so long as the administrative official determines that the adjustment
and/or reduction is consistent with the intent and purpose of the standards, and will accomplish
one or more of the following objectives:
A. Allow buildings to be sited in a manner which maximizes solar access;
Coordinate development with adjacent land uses and the physical features of this
Permit flexibility in the design and placement of structures and other site
improvements that is the minimum adjustment necessary to accommodate the proposed
structure or site improvement;
&D. �llow development consistent with a specific subarea plan adopted by the
appropriate jurisdiction.
d under Type (3) review for Class (3)
The administrative official shall not have the authority to reduce the site design requirements for
minimum lot size, building height, or subdivision requirements set forth in YMC 15.05.030 and
b. Does not cover more than 50% of the total roof area.
The purpose of this chapter is to provide a process for the division of land for the purpose of sale,
lease, ortransfer ofcommercial orindustrial
or travel tLailers as an alternative tothe subdivision process.
14.35.020 Authority.
This chapter shall apply solely for the sale, lease, or transfer of lots
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11. Give a brief, but complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project
and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal.
You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional
specific information on project description.): The City of Yakima Planning Division is proposing non -project minor
amendments to the following Zoning Ordinance Sections: YMC 15.02.020 Definitions, YMC 15.04.040, Table 4-1 Permitted
Land Uses; YMC 15.04.0150 Standards for mobile/manufactured home parks; YMC 15.04.060 Accessory Uses; YMC
15.05.020 Site design requirements and standards; YMC 15.05.030 Creation of new lots -Subdivision requirements; YMC
15.05.055 New development improvement standards; YMC 15.05.060 Administrative adjustment of certain basic
development standards allowed; YMC 15.06.040 Off-street parking standards; YMC 15.09.035 Cottage Housing (new
section); YMC 15.09.045 Accessory Dwelling Units; YMC 15.10.020 Administrative adjustment of some development
standards authorized; and YMC Ch. 14.35 Binding Site Plans.
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12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your
proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal
would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site
plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit an p
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by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any perm t
related to this checklist: City Limits
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list
of the elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the
proposal, or the types of activities that would likely result from the proposal, would affect the item
at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly
and in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air;
production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
The proposed changes will not affect how land uses discharge to water, emissions to the air,
storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances, or the production of noise.
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Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
None proposed. Any future measures to avoid such increases will be dealt with at the project
level.
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2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
The proposed changes will not affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life, as they are regulatory
in nature.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
None proposed. Any future measures to avoid such increases will be dealt with at the project
level.
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CITY PLANNING - 2022 AMENDMENTS
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EXHIBIT LIST
Joan Davenport, AICP, Director
Planning Division
AMA Joseph Calhoun, Manager nd
129 North Second Street, 2 Floor, Yakima, WA 98901
9 ask.planning@yakimawa.gov - www.yakimawa.gov/services/planning/ypc/
Fill
March 23, 2022
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
YPC MEMBERS:
Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Vice -Chair Lisa Wallace, Leanne Hughes -Mickel, Al Rose, Robert McCormick, and
Mary Place
City Council Liaison: Soneya Lund
CITY PLANNING STAFF:
Joan Davenport (Community Development Director), Rosalinda Ibarra (Community Development
Administrative Asst.), Joseph Calhoun (Planning Manager), Eric Crowell (Senior Planner),
Trevor Martin (Senior Planner), Albert Miller (Assistant Planner) and
Analilia Nfffiez (Planning Technician)
AGENDA
I. Call to Order
11. Roll Call
III. Staff Announcements
I. Approval of Meeting Minutes of March 9,2022
V. Public Hearing - 2022 Text Amendments
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Site Address:
Request:
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N/A, Citywide
Amendments to sections of the City of Yakima's Municipal Code
Title 14 Binding Site Plans and Title 15 Yakima Urban Area Zoning
Ordinance.
(View packet online:
httpsV/www.yakimawa.gov/services/planning/text-amendmentsA
To listen/watch this virtual meeting, please register with your name and email address
here: q7Kv1_,7(;1'r0v
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by calling in. The meeting will also be recorded and posted on the Y-PAC website. I
The meeting will also be recorded and posted on the Y-PAC we site. Visit the Yakima Planning Commission '110
webpage for more information. 20915
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Jake Liddicoat
Rob McCormick
Lisa Wallace
YPC Staff Report & Packet Distribution List
City Planning — 2022 Text Amendments
Leanne Hughes -Mickel
Philip Ostriem
KayFunk—Cound|Uabon
Date Distributed.
Mary Place
Sara Watkins — Legal Dept
601 MVATIA%* 'I , JOWJJJL;I
N/A
I, Analilia NWiez, as an employee of the City of Yakima Planning Division, ha
dispatched through the United States Mails, a Notice of Applicatio
Environmental Review, Public Hearing and Preliminary Determination
Non -Significance (DNS); a true and correct copy of which is enclosed herewi
that said notice was addressed to SEPA agencies and all parties of record that a -
individually listed on the mailing list retained by the Planning Division; and th
said notices were mailed by me on this 2nd day of March, 2022. 1]
"If
statements made herein are just and true.
A n ali ia Ndifiez
Ahtanum Irrigation District Cascade Natural Gas Century Link
Beth Ann Brulotte, Executive Assistant 8113 W Grandridge Blvd Manager
10705-B Gilbert Road Kennewick, WA 99336 8 South 2nd Ave, Rm#304
Yakima, WA 98903-9203 Yakima, WA 98902
bethb@ahtanum.net
Manager
1005 North 16th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
City of Yakima - Engineering Division
Dan Riddle, Street Inspector
129 N 2nd Street
Yakima, WA 98901
Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce
10 North 9th Street
Yakima, WA 98901
City of Union Gap
Dennis Henne, Development Director
P.O. Box 3008
Union Gap, WA 98903
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City of Yakima - Wastewater Division
Marc Cawley, Wastewater Operations
1nar(.ck A y , �(q it, yn� Nn�AXq Yh -)L--kL St y
Dana Kallevig, Utility Project Manager
darn kal g@
Nob Hill Water Association
Bob Irving, Engineering Technician
6111 Tieton Drive
Yakima, WA 98908
boly,&nobhillwateno
Office of Rural and Farm Worker Housing Pacific Power
Marty Miller, Mike Paulson,
1400 Summitview Ave, Ste# 203 500 North Keys Rd
Yakima, WA 98902 Yakima, WA 98901
Martym( 2qur f h, o r g,
Maintenance Dept.
205 W Washington Ave
Yakima, WA 98903
WA State Department of Commerce
Review Team,
1011 Plum St SE
Olympia, WA 98504-3172
review"t rtm@cc)nnwtc wceM ov
WA State Department of Ecology
Lori White,
lori.white@pec' %va.zpy
WA State Department of Fish and Wildlife
Eric Bartrand,
1701 South 24th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
Eri(%Bartrand@dfw1 NiL�
1433 Lakeside Court, Ste# 102
Yakima, WA 98902
Yakima-Tieton Irrigation District
Sandra Hull,
470 Camp 4 Rd
Yakima, WA 98908
WA State Department of Ecolog
Rhond iiI.
11 1,61
WA State Department of Fish and Wildlife
Scot(.Downesftdfw, a.gpy
City of Yakima - Airport
Rob Peterson, Director
2400 West Washington Ave
Yakima, WA 98903
2200 W. Washington Ave
Yakima, WA 98903
North Yakima Conservation District
Manager
1606 Perry Street, Ste. C
Yakima, WA 98902
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Regulatory
Branch
David Moore, Project Manager
P.O. Box 3755
Seattle, WA 98124-3755
WA State Department of Agriculture
Kelly McLain,
PO Box 42560
Olympia, WA 98504
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WA State Department of Ecology
1250 W Alder St
Union Gap, WA 98903
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WA State Department of Ecology
�gmo Atom
WA State Department of Fish and Wildlife,
SEPA Desk
PO Box 43200
Olympia, WA 98504
RIP 4. g—() y,
WA State Department of Health
WA State Department of Natural
WA State Department of Social & Health
Kelly Cooper,
Resources, SEPA Center
Services, Office of Capital Programs
PO Box 47820
110 Box 47015
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Larry Covey
Olympia, WA 98504
Olympia, WA 98504
P.O. Box 45848
IND"
Olympia, WA 98504
WA State Dept of Archaeology & Historic
Preservation
1063 S Capitol Way, Ste 106
Olympia, WA 98504-8343
Sep �clal�p. 4 gq
WA State Environmental Protection
Agency
NEPA Review Unit
1200 6th Ave. 155,14 D-12
Seattle, WA 98101
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ConnollyJoe
8902 Zier Road
WA • •18a 99
ma-
WSDOT South Central Region Planning
Office
St rlanracrrTfe slot 'vo'. ro,°,
Yakama Bureau of Indian Affairs
Rocco Clark, Environmental Coordinator
P.O. Box 632
Toppenish, WA 98948
Rocccl.dark�qv
Yakama Nation Environmental Mgmt
Program, Elizabeth Sanchey
P.O. Box 151
Toppenish, WA 98948
esaracho .ak�ama.c.om
Yakima County Commissioners
Oniinission rs w b@carva k ima. wa us
DivisionYakima County Planning
Zoning/Jason Earles, •. • .;
128 North 2nd Street, 4th • ,o
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esol-T-1-1-1-7,1VISIon
Woods,Dianna o
North128 ee 4th Floor
Yakima, WA 98901
Jay Baucom, Director of Maintenance &
Operations
104 North 4th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
baucom fir c rv� awarl rlac?tsts c+rg
WA State Dept of Office
Drinking Water
..
Spokane
WA State Governor's Office of Indian
Affairs
PO Box 40909
Olympia, WA 98504
West Valley School District
Dr. Peter Finch, Superintendent
8902 Zier Road
Yakima, WA 98908
finO112t cyyst 20� 4.qrj
WSDOT, Aviation
r Terminal St SW
Turnwater, WA • ',.
Yakama Indian Nation, Cultural Resources
Program
Johnson Meninick,
P.O. Box 151
Toppenish, WA 98948
Yakama-Klickitat Fisheries Project
John Marvin,
760 Pence Road
Yakima, WA 98909
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Ip1ar Jn(•?Nakarn car at
Yakima County Health District
Ryan Ibach, Director
1210 Ahtanum Ridge Dr Ste200
Union Gap, WA 98903
hh d@co.y_akima.wa us
ry$lra;.ala�ar lal ca yakixna vva us
Yakima County Public Services
Lisa Freund, Public Services Director
128 North 2nd Street, 4th Floor
Yakima, WA 98901
I asa.fr•e tr i!id�?lfo.v a kiraaa. w a.tis;
Yakima Greenway Foundation
Kellie Connaughton, Executive Director
111 South 18th Street
Yakima, WA 98901
l,� l I o���+r� tla��rgrt�a:Lttw�a�:mta
Yakima School District
Operations
00c.
104 North 4th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
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WA State Energy Facility Site Evaluation
Council
Stephen Posner, SEPA Officer
PO Box 43172
Olympia, WA 98504-3172
Icasnari cJcafagovv
WA State Parks & Recreation Commission
Jessica Logan,
P.O. Box 42650
Olympia, WA 98504
essica o an ,ar,k,.v,ra.gov
WSDOT
Paul Gonset, Planning Engineer
2809 Rudkin Road
Union Gap, WA 98903
PWRS 409AK- c4 r,
Yakama Bureau of Indian Affairs
Superintendent
P.O. Box 632
Toppenish, WA 98948
Yakama Indian Nation, Yakima Tribal
Council
Ruth Jim,
P.O. Box 151
Toppenish, WA 98948
Yakima County Building Department
Harold Maclean, Building Official
128 North 2nd Street, 4th Floor
Yakima, WA 98901
Jim qk�i�
Street,
128 North 2nd
Yakima, WA .*1
Yakima County Water Resources Division
Troy Havens, Manager
128 North 2nd Street, 4th Floor
Yakima, WA 98901
oyml ave'[lst co.. f rla.cws
Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency
asan Tahat, Compliance and Engineering
Division Supervisor
186 Iron Horse Ct # 101
Yakima, WA 98901
iaskan Vfc`aa.org;
Yakima School District
Trevor Greene, Superintendent
104 North 4th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
*acxoa�f tra��ork�r rakran.l�, Frocalsor
Yakima Valley Canal Co
Robert Smoot,
1640 Garretson Lane
Yakima, WA 98908
i
Paul Edmondson,
i i; Street
Yakima, WA i*i0ii,!
Yakima Valley Conference of Governments Yakima Valley Museum
Lynn Deitrick, Senior Planner Peter Arnold, Executive Director
311 North 4th Street, Ste# 202 2105 Tieton Drive
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Joan Davenport, AICP, Director
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Joseph Calhoun, Manager
129 North Second Street, 2" Floor, Yakima, WA 98901
ask.planning@yakimawa.gov - www.yakimawa.gov/services/planning
DATE: March 2, 2022
TO: SEPA Reviewing Agencies, Applicant, and Adjoining Property Owners
FROM: Joan Davenport, AICP, Community Development Director
APPLICANT: City of Yakima Planning Division (129 N 2nd St, Yakima, WA 98901)
FILE NUMBER: TXT#001-22 and SEPA#004-22
LOCATION: City -Wide
TAX PARCEL NUMBER(S): N/A
DATE OF APPLICATION: February 24, 2022
PROJECT DESCRIPTION The City of Yakima Planning Division is proposing non -project minor
amendments to the following Zoning Ordinance Sections: YMC 15.02.020 Definitions, YMC 15.04.040,
Table 4-1 Permitted Land Uses; YMC 15.04.0150 Standards for mobile/manufactured home parks; YMC
15.04.060 Accessory Uses; YMC 15.05.020 Site design requirements and standards; YMC 15.05.030
Creation of new lots -Subdivision requirements; YMC 15.05.055 New development improvement
standards; YMC 15.05.060 Administrative adjustment of certain basic development standards allowed;
YMC 15.06.040 Off-street parking standards; YMC 15.09.035 Cottage Housing (new section); YMC
15.09.045 Accessory Dwelling Units; YMC 15.10.020 Administrative adjustment of some development
standards authorized; and YMC Ch. 14.35 Binding Site Plans.
NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW This is to notify all the public and private agencies with
jurisdiction and environmental expertise that the City of Yakima Planning Division has been established as
the lead agency, pursuant to the Washington State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) for the above stated
project. The City of Yakima is issuing a Preliminary Determination of Non- Significance (DNS) on this
project. WAC 197-11-340 is being used. The following conditions have been identified that may be used
to mitigate the adverse environmental impacts of the proposal: No impacts identified.
Required Permits: The following local, state and federal permits/approvals are needed for the proposed
project: None.
Required Studies: None
Existing Environmental Documents: Comprehensive Plan 2040 - Final Supplemental Environmental
Impact Statement (June 13, 2017)
Preliminary determination of the development regulations that will be used for project mitigation
and consistency: Future projects will require compliance with the International Building Code, City of
Yakima Urban Area Zoning Ordinance, City of Yakima Comprehensive Plan and City of Yakima Title 12
Development Standards.
REQUEST FOR WRITTEN COMMENTS AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The public is encouraged
to review and comment on the proposed application. Written comments may be submitted prior to or at
the public hearing. The virtual public hearing before the City of Yakima Planning Commission has been
scheduled for Wednesday March 23, 2022, beginning at 3:00 p.m.
https://cityofyakima.zoom.us/webinar/registerANN_s7KgI-z6TrOz—aSvamGkTg Any person desiring to
express their views on this matter is invited to attend the public hearing or to submit their written
comments to: City of Yakima, Planning Division, 129 N 2nd St., Yakima, WA 98901. A separate public
notice will be provided for the public hearing before the Yakima City Council. You can mail your
comments to:
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City of Yakima, Department of Community Development
129 N. 2nd St; Yakima, WA 98901
NOTICE OF RECOMMENDATION Following the public hearing, the Planning Commission will issue its
recommendation within ten (10) business days. When available, a copy of the recommendation will be
mailed to parties of record and entities who were provided this notice once it is rendered.
The file containing the complete application is available for public review odthe City of Yakima Planning
Division, 2nd floor City HoU, 129 North 3nd Street, Yakima, VVamhingbzn, and online at
mendments If you have any question onthis
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DE: Joan Oovanpod, A|CP, Direchorede DeaorroUo Comuniterio
SO0C|TANTE: Ciudad de Yakima, Division de P|onificacihn
No. DEARCH|VO: TXT#001'22yGEP/##004'22
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No. 0EPARCELA(S): N/A
FECHA DEAPLUCAC|6N: 24dehmbnero.2023
DESCRIPqi6N DEL PROYECTO: La Divisi6n de P|anificeubn de |a Ciudad de Yakima propnne
enmkandaamenonoeno na|auionadaaoon un pnoyecto a |esoiguienbaaaeoconeode |a0rdenenzade
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Pennitidoa; YK8C 15.04.0150 Est6ndareo pona penques de caoao prehabhcadesm6viles YPNC 15.04.060
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de nuevos|otee' Requieibomdosubdivisidn; YyWC 15.05.055 Eatdnden*ademejoromionho pore nuevo
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CITY OF YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
March 2, 2022
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City of Yakima Planning Division is proposing non -project
minor amendments to the following Zoning Ordinance Sections: YMC 15.02.020 Definitions,
YMC 15.04.040, Table 4-1 Permitted Land Uses; YMC 15.04.0150 Standards for
mobile/manufactured home parks; YMC 15.04.060 Accessory Uses; YMC 15.05.020 Site design
requirements and standards; YMC 15.05.030 Creation of new lots -Subdivision requirements;
YMC 15.05.055 New development improvement standards; YMC 15.05.060 Administrative
adjustment of certain basic development standards allowed; YMC 15.06.040 Off-street parking
standards; YMC 15.09.035 Cottage Housing (new section); YMC 15.09.045 Accessory Dwelling
Units; YMC 15.10.020 Administrative adjustment of some development standards authorized;
and YMC Ch. 14.35 Binding Site Plans.
LOCATION: City Limits
PARCEL NUMBERS: N/A
PROPONENT: City of Yakima Planning Division
PROPERTY OWNERS- N/A
LEAD AGENCY: City of Yakima
DETERMINATION: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a
probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement
(EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a
completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This
information is available to the public on request.
0 This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340; the lead agency will not act on this proposal for
20 days from the date of this preliminary threshold determination. All comments must be
submitted by 5:00 pm on March 22, 2022.
Responsible Official: Joan Davenport
Position/Title: SEPA Resoosible Official
Phone (509) 575-6183
Address: 129 N. 2nd Street, Yakima, WA 98901
Date March 2, 2022 Signatureq&,,, Z
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Supplemental Information
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YPC Minutes — June 23, 221, Study Session
6/23/221
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YPC Minutes — July 2, 221 Study Session
7/2/221
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YPC Minutes
— September 8, 2021, Study Session
/8/221
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YPC Minutes
— October 13, 2021, Study Session
1/13/221
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YPC Minutes
— October 27, 221, Study Session
10/27/221
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YPC Minutes —
November 1, 2021, Study Session
11/1/221
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YPC Minutes
— December 8, 221, Study Session
12//221
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YPC Minutes
— January 12, 2022, Study Session
1/12/222
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YPC Minutes
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— February 9, 2022, Study Session
2/9/222
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— February 23, 2022, Study Session
2/3/222
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3/9/222
e-TNnning Commi-9 �on 'T?-UFUFe_eU_n_g_17,-n-uTj—
via Zoom
March 9, 2022
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Lisa Wallace, Mary Place, Al Rose, Leanne
Hughes -Mickel, Rob McCormick
YPC Members Absent:
Staff Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager, Sara Watkins, City Attorney,
Analilia NOhez, Planning Technician
Staff Announcements - Planning Manager, Calhoun announced the following:
• City council voted to continue applications for the vacancy on the Commission until
March 31. Anticipated start date for the new commissioner is mid -April.
• The public hearing for the proposed text amendments will be held at the next YPC
meeting via Zoom. Commissioners will be notified when YPC meetings will resume to
in -person.
Februa,a23,2022 Meeting Minutes - It was motioned by Commissioner Rose and seconded
by Commissioner Place to approve the meeting minutes of February 23, 2022 as presented. The
motion carried unanimously.
CWHBA Introduction: Daphne White -Hall - Daphne White -Hall, Government Affairs Director
provided a brief description on her experience in government and building. The commissioners
welcomed her and encouraged her to maintain an open relationship with the Yakima Planning
Commission.
2022 Text Amendments - Calhoun presented an update Text Amendment changes. He shared
with the commissioners the 2022 Text Amendment page which has a copy of the Notice of
Application available, allows people the opportunity to participate in the public hearing, and a
public review draft. The draft includes the most recent changes to pet daycares. The application
is currently in the comment period, no comments have been received at this point but can be
submitted up to the public hearing. A staff recommendation will be presented at the public hearing.
Commissioner Place had a follow-up question on sound -proofing requirements for indoor kennels.
Calhoun explained he wasn't aware of any building code requirements related to sound -proofing.
Chair Liddicoat asked Calhoun to inquire about tracking how many time the 2022 Text
Amendment page is visited. The commissioners expressed interest in more community
involvement.
Other Business - Commissioner Place asked for clarification on whether the City Council was
holding study sessions on how to make appointments to commissions. Calhoun clarified that the
City Council expressed a desire in holding a study session on the purpose of boards and
commission. He was unsure of anything had been scheduled at this point. Commissioner Place
stated she was interested in more diversity within the commission that would include people
familiar with affordable housing rules, infrastructure and a range of expertise to create a well-
rounded group. Commissioner Rose agreed and elaborated on how important knowledge on
infrastructure, engineering, etc. is within the commission. City Attorney Watkins stated the study
session had been set for March 22 and will be informational to the council about the various City
boards and commissions are; their purpose, members, recent accomplishments, etc. Vice -Chair
Wallace spoke to colleagues around the state and compared their nominating process. She stated
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Planning department be responsible for recruitment and initial screening and forwarding
applicants to City Council. Commissioner Rose and City Councilmember Lund agreed with Vice -
Chair Wallace. City Councilmember Lund will take steps to see if changes can be made to the
nominating process.
Ad,ourn — A motion to ad-;ourn to March 23. 2022 was vassed with unanimous vote. The
adjourned at approximately 3:20 p.m.
Chair Liddicoat Date
This meeting was filmed by YPAC. Minutes for this meeting submitted by: Analilia Whez
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City of Yakima Planning Commission (YPC) Meeting Minutes
via Zoom
February 23, 2022
Call to Order
Vice -Chair Wallace called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present: Lisa Wallace Mary Place, Al Rose, Leanne Hughes -Mickel, Rob
McCormick
YPC Members Absent: Chair Jacob Liddicoat (excused),
Staff Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager, Sara Watkins, City Attorney,
Glenn Denman, Code Administration Manager, Albert Miller,
Assistant Planner, Analilia NOfiez, Planning Technician
SUff AlInnouncements — Planning Manager, Calhoun announced the following:
• The Notice of Application for the zoning updates will go out next week and the public
hearing will be scheduled for March 23, 2022.1f no continuation is needed, the City
Council hearing will be scheduled for May 3, 2022 for final consideration.
• The nominating committee held interviews for the YPC vacancy with two candidates,
Kenton Gartrell and Wyatt Marchand and nominated Gartrell. The City Council will vote
at the City Council meeting scheduled for March 1, 2022.
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Commissioner Rose to approve the meeting minutes of February 9, 2022 as presented. The
motion carried unanimously.
Ourriprepensive rian Amenameni process, and are at the point OT announcing tnat at
this meeting, notices, ads and press releases have been sent out including to local media. After
today's meeting the process will be officially open and applications can be submitted until April
29. Notice of Applications will be sent out for any submittals.
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use. Commissioner Rose asked follow-up questions related to refrigerated containers.
Commissioner Place inquired about limits on the amount of cargo containers and expressed
concerns on the amount of cargo containers that could be placed. Calhoun explained that this
would be reviewed within the application process. Commissioner Place asked if these changes
would address the comments provided by Michael Tobin at the last YPC meeting, Calhoun said
it would.
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adjourned at approximately 3:45 p.m.
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Chair Llddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
TPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Mary Place, Al Rose, Leanne Hughes -
Mickel
YPC Members Absent: Lisa Wallace (excused), Rob Mccbrimitk
Staff Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager, Sara Wa*M% City Attorney,
Glenn Denman, Code Administration mbbod&, Albert Miller,
Assistant Planner
Staff Announcements — Planning Manager, Calhoun announced the following:
• The 2022 Comprehensive Plan Opening is scheduled for the next Planning
Commission meeting.
• The City in conjunction with the Yakima Housing Authority was awarded a CHIP
(Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program) grant for a housing project on Fruitvale
Blvd for almost $800,000.00, Two other projects for Catholic Charities and Rod's House
will be considered for funding in the next round.
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meeting adjourned at approximately 4:02 p.m.
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City of Yakima Planning Commission (YPC) Meeting Minutes
via Zoom
January 12, 2021
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Mary Place, Al Rose, Rob McCormick,
Leanne Hughes -Mickel
YPC Members Absent: Lisa Wallace (excused)
Staff Present: Trevor Martin, Senior Planner
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* Planning Manager Joseph Calhoun will be taking a resolution to Council next week to
the Comprehensive Comp Plan process, which will come to the Yakima Planning
Commission in February and applications will be accepted in April.
* TheCity submitted for CHIP grantsand expectto hear backsometime in March orApril.
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motion carried •
Zonfina Uodates for 2022 — Martin presented proposed zoning changes related to the HAP
implementation which includes reducing redundancy and conforming to current building codes.
Mayor Janice Deccio will serve as an alternate.
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Adiourn — A motion to adjourn to January 26, 2022 was passed with unanimous vote. The
• adjourned at approximately 3:38 p.m.
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City of Yakima Planning Commission (YPC) Meeting Minutes
via Zoom
December 8, 2021
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Vice -chair Lisa Wallace, Mary Place, Al
Rose, Rob McCormick
YPC Members Absent: Leanne Hughes -Mickel, Phil Ostriem (excused)
to Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager
Staff Announcements — Planning Manager Joseph Calhoun announced the following:
Calhoun presented some building permit statistics which shows the city has reached
24% of the target for 2040 Comprehensive Plan goals within four years.
The City is applying for CHIP (Connecting Housing to Infrastructure) Grant for two
housing projects.
NqM2MberIO, 2021 MeAngUnutes — It was motioned by Commissioner Place and seconded
by Commissioner Rose to approve the meeting minutes of November 10, 2021 as presented. The
motion carried unanimously.
Housin , Action Plan implementation — Calhoun presented HAP Strategy 1 and updating city
waivers, parking reductions, expedited permitting, etc, Commissioner Place stated concerns
regarding the 50 year affordability requirement. Calhoun explained that there was flexibility. The
commissioners initiated a lengthy discussion • suggestions for changes regarding ••- space
requirements, and standards for tiny home communities and ADUs.
Adiourn — A motion to adjourn to January 12, 2022 was passed with unanimous vote. The
meeting adjourned at approximately 3:38 p.m.
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November 10, 2021
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Vice -chair Lisa Wallace, Mary Place, Al
Rose, Leanne Hughes -Mickel
YPC Members Absent: Rob McCormick, Phil Ostriern
to Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager
Others: Kay Funk
§IqffAqflouncomerft — Planning Manager Joseph Calhoun announced the following:
Comprehensive Plan Amendments were presented to council and approved and
ordinances will be presented at the next council meeting for further consideration.
There were some corrections on the agenda and minutes for the previous meeting.
Commissioner Rose to approve the meeting minutes of October 27, 2021 as presented, The
motion carried unanimously.
HousingAgg2n I!Ian — Calhoun presented updates on proposed changes to the Housing Action
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Plan related to ADU's. Some of the d h I e: minimum I t
Other Byginess — Commissioner Wallace recommended a discussion regarding chronically
absent commissioners and their potential dismissal. Calhoun will look into the bylaws.
Councilmember Funk expressed support for attendance requirements. Commissioner Place
would like to provide future commissioners with a clear understanding on what being a Planning
Commissioner entails, and believes current material is not helpful. Commissioner Place provided
suggestions on training for potential commissioners.
Ad*ourn — A motion to adjourn to December 8, 2021 was passed with unanimous vote. The
meeting adjourned at approximately 3:35 p.m.
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City of Yakima Planning Commission (YPC) Meeting Minutes
via Zoom
October 27, 2021
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m,
all all
YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Vice -chair Lisa Wallace, Mary Place, Al
Rose, Leanne Hughes -Mickel
YPC Members Absent: Rob McCormick. Phil Ostriem
to Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager; Trevor Martin, Senior
Planner; and Archie Matthews, ONDS Manager
Others: Kay Funk
• Comprehensive Plan Amendments will be at city council for public hearing on
November 1, 2021. The application for the project at 40 Ih Ave. and Summitview Ave.
has been withdrawn.
• Due to the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, the November 24, 2021 and
December 22, 2021 meetings will be cancelled,
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Commissioner Rose to approve the meeting minutes of October 13, 2021 as presented. The
motion carried unanimously.
Housing Actiob,Plan - Planning Manager introduced guest, Archie Matthews, Neighborhood
hpwq ave some back d of his ex nence with the
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buyers and the requirements included in the program. The commissioners and Mr. Matthews
engaged in a discussing regarding ONDS programs and obstacles including funding, regulations
and more.
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Adlourn - A motion to adjourn to November 10, 2021 was passed with unanimous of T
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AgiqM — A motion to adjourn to October 27, 2021 was passed with unanimous vote. The
adjourned at .•• • •
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City Council Chambers
September 8, 2021
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Vice -chair Lisa Wallace, Mary Place, Al
Rose, Leanne Hughes -Mickel, Phil Ostriem
YPC Members Absent: Rob McCormick
Staff Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager and Trevor Martin, Associate
Planner
Others: Kay Funk
to Announcements — Planning Manager Joseph Calhoun announced the following:
* The Critical Areas Amendments were adopted by council and will become effective in
early October.
* Meetings will resume to Zoom and the next meeting will be October 13.
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AqLqurn — A motion to adjourn to October 13, 2021 was passed with unanimous vote. The
meeting adjourned at approximately 4:20 p.m.
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City Council Chambers
July 28, 2021 1
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Vice -chair Lisa Wallace, Mary Place, Al
Rose
YPC Members Absent: Leanne Hughes -Mickel (excused), Phil Ostriem, Rob McCormick
Staff Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager
Others:
Calhoun provided an update on the Shoreline Master Program which is scheduled for Council
on 8/2.
Calhoun announced that the 2021 aerial photos should be updated in the next month or
so •' GIS.
July 14i 2021 Meotingi,VinAfts — It was motioned by Commissioner Place and seconded by
Commissioner Rose to approve the meeting minutes of July 14, 2021 as presented. The motion
• unanimously.
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comment. Chair Liddicoat closed the •••• for public comment. Commissioner Rose
-• • long the FEMA updates are in place and have to •- revisited again. Calhoun answered
the commissioner's questions. Commissioner Rose motioned for approval • the findings, vice -
chair Wallace seconds the motion. Motion passes unanimously. Set date for council is August 7,
2021.
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cottage housing originating from Kirkland, WA. The presentation included proposed code
changes, residential uses, adding cottage housing, and proposed changes in the subdivision
requirements. Calhoun provided development standards proposed for cottage housing in the
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adjourned at approximately 4:15 p.m.
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Virtual Meeting via Zoom
June 23, 2021
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoat called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present: Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Vice -chair Lisa Wallace, Al Rose, Mary
Place, Leanne Hughes -Mickel
YPC Members Absent: Phil Ostriem, Rob McCormick
Staff Present: Joseph Calhoun, Planning Manager
Council Liaison: Kay Funk, District 4
Others: Jake Mayson, CWHBA
Final documents will be sent to DOE and a Determination of Consistency was received.
Scheduling the SMP Ordinance for Council in August.
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typically at higher density than a typical single family neighborhood. Commissioner ce ask�
about the Veteran's Housing on 16 th - which was classified as Multifamily Developme
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Next Steps: Staff will begin to draft Cottage Housing Language to add to the Zoning Ordinance
and bring back to a future meeting. Liddicoat asked about odd -shaped lots in the R-2 and R-3
zones setback requirements are challenging to meet when a diagonal lot line is present.
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through our existing code and how Cottage Housing can fit in — Calhoun stated that staff will be
proposing a track changes document that integrates Cottage Housing into our different code
sections. Jake Mayson stated that there aren't many local examples of Cottage Housing. There
is a strong preference of "by -right" process to make processes clear and predictable. Rose also
discussed the importance of infrastructure and affordable housing. Funk mentioned that there
may be funds in the American Rescue Plan that could be used for infrastructure, otherwise there
isn't any city funding for infrastructure extension. Place asked if there is HUD money available for
utility extension — Calhoun stated he would ask our ONDS manager.
applications. Public comment will be sent on Friday, June 25, 2021. YPC will hold study sessio
at the July meetings and we will schedule public hearing in August. i
Other %�ness — Place asked about working with the County — Calhoun stated that we woula-,
be working With County Staff on setting up a joint meeting.
Adiourn — A motion to adjourn to July 14, 2021 was passed with unanimous vote. This meeti
adjourned at approximately 4:03 p.m. I
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