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City of Yakima Planning Commission
STUDY SESSION
City Hall Council Chambers
Wednesday September 24, 2014
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
YPC Memherc
Chairman Dave Fonfara, Vice -Chair Scott Clark, Al Rose,
Paul Stelzer, Bill Cook, Patricia Byers, Ron Anderson
FOR T H
uUC11i1°ORD / F1 E,
+moi Plannin St°a.F:
Joan Davenport (Community Development Director/Planning Manager); Jeff Peters (Supervising
Planner); Valerie Smith (Senior Planner); Robbie Aaron and Mike McDaniel (Assistant Planner); and
Rosalinda Ibarra (Administrative Assistant)
Agenda
Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Staff Announcements
• Introduction - Ron Anderson - Planning Commission Member
IV. Audience Participation
V. Approval of 2013 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
February 27, 2013; March 13 & 27, 2013; April 10 & 17, 2013; May 16 & 22, 2013; June 12 & 26, 2013; August 7,
14, & 28, 2013; September 4 & 25, 2013; October 9, 21, 23, & 28, 2013; November 13, 2013; December 11, 2013
VI. Discussion on Sign Code Amendments
VII. Discussion on Mock Application for Community Gardens
VIII. Other Business
IX. Adjourn
Next Meeting: October 8, 2014
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Ibarra Rosalinda°
"rom: Davenport, Joan
Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2014 10:39 AM
To: Peters, Jeff, Smith, Valerie
Cc: Ibarra, Rosalinda
Subject: memo on signs
Attachments: Sign Code Amend mentTransmittal to Planning Commission.docx
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
Here is the transmittal memo which was given to the Planning Commission (and Council) on Tuesday, Sept 9th. This
should be scheduled for discussion at the next Planning Commission meeting. I think the survey that was discussed was
one task that could also be talked about at that meeting, but let's not make that the core part of the initial review. The
Planning Commission needs time to dive into the substantive issues and form an approach to the problems/solutions
f rst.
Joan Davenport, AICP
Director of Community Development
City of Yakima
129 North 2nd Street
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 576-6417
)an.�i�avenppgg akirnawa,gov
Memorandum of Transmittal
To: Yakima Planning Commission
From: Yakima City Council, Mayor of Yakima
Tony O'Rourke, City Manager
Joan Davenport, Director of Community Development
Date: September 9, 2014
Subject: Request for Sign Code Amendment Consideration
Summary oL&c
The Yakima City Council has identified four key areas of the Sign Code (YMC 15.08) for which they
are requesting that the City Planning Commission commence the amendment process:
1. Possible removal of Temporary and Window signs from the broad list of items included in the
"Exempt Sign" provisions; Otherwise, the Council thought that the Exempt Sign provisions
were appropriate. Possible review of list of other "Exempt: signs to see if they may need to be
addressed.
Council Comments: Re -name "Exempt" sign section.
2. Amend the requirements for Temporary signs to establish a size limit for temporary signs (32
sq. ft. was suggested).
Council Comment: Some concern that we may be over -regulating this area. However, there is
interest in further definition of the Temporary signs, such as material update (painted signs
was used as example).
Amend the requirements for Window Signs to limit the amount of the window that may be
covered by a sign (25% was suggested);
Council Comment: The Council is not decided on the percentage or method at this point
4. Add a definition and standards for Display Case Signs, such as those used in a movie theater
Council Comment: No specific additional direction on this issue
Background
The City Council Built Environment Committee met on August 21, 2014 to discuss the above
mentioned sign code amendments. This list was developed as a result of discussion at previous City
Council sessions. At the August 5, 2014 City Council meeting the report on potential sign code
revisions was discussed with direction to forward the policy items to the Built Environment for review
and comment. The Council discussion focused on the items listed below, which reflect the Council
direction and are a modification of the previous suggestions:
Council Action:
Forward these amendments to the Planning Commission for consideration in the 2014 Code update
cycle.
RECORD / FILE
Sign Code Amendments Packet —
September 24, 2014
1. Sign Amendment Agenda/Outline — Topics for Discussion
2. Powerpoint Presentation —Signs
3. Memorandum of Transmittal to Yakima Planning Commission
dated 09/09/2014
4. Yakima Municipal Code YMC Chapter 15.08 Signs
5. Memorandum of Transmittal — 2nd Sign Enforcement Emphasis
dated 09/19/2014
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ECORD /
Sign Amendment Agenda/Outline — Topics for
Discussion
1. Review definitions of sign, Temporary sign, Wall sign, Window sign,
Exempt sign, & Roof sign.
2. Review memo from Council charging Planning Commission with updating
various sign sections.
3. Power Point presentation showing examples of different types of signs and
associated code compliance issues.
4. Explanation of how a sign is reviewed against the provisions of YMC
Ch.15.08.
5. Review and discussion of possible amendments to YMC 15.08.040 Exempt
signs.
6. Review and discussion of possible amendments to YMC 15.08.110
Temporary signs.
7. Review and discussion of possible amendments to YMC 15.08.100 Wall
signs.
8. Review and discussion of possible amendments to YMC 15.08.090 Roof
signs.
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Memorandum of Transmittal
To: Yakima Planning Corrin-lission
From: Yakima City Council, Mayor of Yakima
Tony O'Rourke. City Manager
Joan Davenport, Director of Community Development
Date: September 9, 2014
Subject: Request for Sign Code Amendment Consideration
Sunimary of Re uest
The Yakima City Council has identified four key areas of the Sign Code (YMC 15.08) for which they
are requesting that the City Planning Commission commence the amendment process:
1. Possible removal of Temporary and Window signs from the broad list of items included in the
"Exempt Sign" provisions; Otherwise, the Council thought that the Exempt Sign provisions
were appropriate. Possible review of list of other "Exempt: signs to see if they may need to be
addressed.
Council Comments: Re -name "Exempt" sign section.
2. Amend the requirements for Temporary signs to establish a size limit for temporary signs (32
sq. ft. was suggested).
Councill Comment: Some concern that we may be over -regulating this area. However, there is
interest in further definition of the Temporary signs, such as material update (painted signs
was used as example).
3. Amend the requirements for Window Signs to limit the amount of the window that may be
covered by a sign (25% was suggested);
Council Comment: The Council is not decided on the percentage or method at this point
4. Add a definition and standards for Display Case Signs, such as those used in a movie theater
Council Comment: No specific additional direction on this issue
Back 7iound
The City Council Built Environment Committee met on August 21, 2014 to discuss the above
mentioned sign code amendments. This list was developed as a result of discussion at previous City
Council sessions. At the August 5, 2014 City Council sleeting the report on potential sign code
revisions was discussed with direction to forward the policy items to the Built Environment for review
and comment. The Council discussion focused on the items listed below, which reflect the Council
direction and are a modification of the previous suggestions:
Council Action:
Forward these amendments to the Planning Commission for consideration in the 2014 Code update
cycle.
Yakima Municipal Code
Chapter 15.08 SIGNS
Chapter 15.08
SIGNS
Sections:
15.08.010
Purpose.
15.08.020
Definitions.
15.08.030
Development permit required.
15.08.040
Exempt signs.
15.08.050
Prohibited signs.
15.08.055
Sign maintenance.
15.08.060
Sign standards.
15.08.070
General provisions.
15.08.080
Projection over right-of-way.
15.08.090
Roof signs.
15.08.100
Wall signs.
15.08.110
Temporary signs.
15.08.120
Directional signs.
15.08.130
Off -premises signs and billboards.
15.08.140
Multiple -building complexes and multiple -tenant buildings.
15.08.150
Freeway signs.
15.08.160
Legal nonconforming signs.
15.08.170
Administrative adjustment of sign standards allowed.
15.08.180
Variances.
15.08.190
Violations.
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15.08.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to accommodate and promote sign placement consistent with the character and intent
of the zoning district; proper sign maintenance; elimination of visual clutter; and creative and innovative sign
design. To accomplish this purpose, the posting, displaying, erecting, use, and maintenance of signs within the urban
area shall occur in accordance with this chapter. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.020 Definitions.
For the purpose of this chapter, certain abbreviations, terms, phrases, words and derivatives shall be construed as
specified herein.
"Abandoned sign" means any sign located on property that is vacant and unoccupied for a period of six months or
more, or any sign which pertains to any occupant, business or event unrelated to the present occupant or use.
"Banner" means any sign of lightweight fabric or similar material that is mounted to a pole or building at one or
more edges. National flags, state and local flags or any official flag at an institution or business will not be
considered banners.
"Canopy sign" means any sign that is part of or attached to an awning, canopy or other fabric, plastic or structural
protective cover over a door, entrance, window or outdoor service area.
"Changing message center sign" means an electronically controlled sign where different automatic changing
messages are shown on the lamp bank. This definition includes time and temperature displays.
"Construction sign" means any sign used to identify the architects, engineers, contractors or other individuals or
firms involved with the construction of a building and to show the design of the building or the purpose for which
the building is intended.
Directional Sign. See "off -premises directional sign" and "on -premises directional sign."
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"Electrical sign" means a sign or sign structure in which electrical wiring, connections, and/or fixtures are used as
part of the sign proper.
"Flashing sign" means an electric sign or a portion thereof (except changing message centers) which changes light
intensity in a sudden transitory burst, or which switches on and off in a constant pattern in which more than one-
third of the nonconstant light source is off at any one time.
"Freestanding sign" means any sign supported by one or more uprights, poles or braces in or upon the ground.
"Freeway sign" means a freestanding sign designed and placed to attract the attention of freeway traffic.
"Grand opening sign" means temporary signs, posters, banners, strings of lights, clusters of flags, balloons and
searchlights used to announce the opening of a completely new enterprise or the opening of an enterprise under new
management.
"Multiple -building complex" is a group of structures housing two or more retail, offices, or commercial uses sharing
the same lot, access and/or parking facilities, or a coordinated site plan. For purposes of this section, each multiple -
building complex shall be considered a single use.
"Multiple -tenant building" is a single structure housing two or more retail, office, or commercial uses sharing the
same lot, access and/or parking facilities, or a coordinated site plan. For purposes of this section, each multiple -
building complex shall be considered a single use. (See YMC 15.08.140.)
"Off -premises directional sign" means an off -premises sign with directions to a particular business.
"Off -premises sign" means a sign advertising or promoting merchandise, service, goods, or entertainment sold,
produced, manufactured or furnished at a place other than on the property where the sign is located.
"On -premises directional sign" means a sign directing pedestrian or vehicular traffic to parking, entrances, exits,
service areas, or other on-site locations.
"On -premises sign" means a sign incidental to a lawful use of the premises on which it is located, advertising the
business transacted, services rendered, goods sold or products produced on the premises or the name of the business
or name of the person, firm or corporation occupying the premises.
"Political sign" means a sign advertising a candidate or candidates for public elective offices, or a political party, or
a sign urging a particular vote on a public issue decided by ballot.
"Portable sign" means a temporary sign made of wood, metal, plastic, or other durable material that is not attached
to the ground or a structure. This definition includes sandwich boards, and portable readerboards (also see
"temporary sign") if placed on private property. Signs placed on public or street right-of-way, including public
sidewalks, require review under YMC 8.20.055.
"Projecting sign" means a sign, other than a wall sign, that is attached to and projects from a structure or building
face.
"Real estate sign" means any sign pertaining to the sale, lease or rental of land or buildings
"Roof sign" means any sign erected or constructed as an integral or essentially integral part of a normal roof
structure of any design. See YMC 15.08.090.
"Sign" means any medium, including its structural component parts, used or intended to attract attention to the
subject matter that identifies, advertises, and/or promotes an activity, product, service, place, business, or any other
thing.
"Sign area" means that area contained within a single continuous perimeter enclosing the entire sign cabinet, but
excluding any support or framing structure that does not convey a message.
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Chapter 15.08 SIGNS
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"Sign cabinet" means the module or background containing the advertising message but excluding sign supports,
architectural framing, or other decorative features which contain no written or advertising copy.
"Sign height" means the vertical distance measured from the grade below the sign or upper surface of the nearest
street curb, whichever permits the greatest height, to the highest point of the sign.
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"Sign setback" means the horizontal distance from the property line to the nearest edge of the sign cabinet.
"Street frontage" means the length in feet of a property line(s) or lot line(s) bordering a public street. For corner lots,
each street -side property line shall be a separate street frontage. The frontage for a single use or development on two
or more lots shall be the sum of the individual lot frontages.
Figure 8-2
"Temporary sign" means any sign, banner, pennant, valance, or advertising display constructed of cloth, paper,
canvas, cardboard, or other light nondurable materials and portable signs as defined in this section. Types of
displays included in this category are: grand opening, special sales, special event, and garage sale signs.
"Use identification sign" means a sign used to identify and/or contain information pertaining to a school, church,
residential development, or a legal business other than a home occupation in a residential district.
"Wall sign" means any on -premises sign attached to or painted directly on, or erected against and parallel to, the
wall of a building. See YMC 15.08.100.
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Chapter 15.08 SIGNS
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"Window sign" means any sign, pictures, symbol or combination thereof, designed to communicate information
about an activity, business, commodity, event, sale or service placed inside a window or upon the window panes or
glass and visible from the exterior of the window. (Ord. 2010-34 § 4, 2010: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 93-
81 § 32, 1993: Ord. 3106 § 16, 1988: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.030 Development permit required.
No sign governed by this title shall be erected, structurally altered or relocated after the adoption without first
receiving a development permit from the building official.
1. For New Uses. All on -premises signs meeting the standards of this chapter are considered Class (1) uses
requiring Type (1) review. On -premises signs not meeting the standards shall follow the procedures of YMC
15.08.170, and are otherwise not permitted. Off -premises signs and billboards are permitted as identified in
YMC 15.08.130.
2. For Changes or Replacement of an Existing Sign. Structural changes to, or replacement of, an existing
sigh requires Type (1) review and approval by the building official. (Ord. 2011-12 § 3, 2011: Ord. 2008-46 § 1
(part), 2008: Ord. 3019 § 33, 1987: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.040 Exempt signs.
Except when otherwise prohibited, the following signs are exempt from the application, permit and fee requirements
of this title when the standards of this chapter are met:
1. Window signs;
2. Point of purchase displays, such as product dispensers;
3. Gravestones;
4. Barber poles;
Historical site plaques;
6. Structures intended for a separate use such as phone booths, Goodwill containers, etc.;
7. Official and legal notices issued by any court, public body, person or officer in performance of a public
duty or in giving any legal notice;
8. Directional, warning or information signs or structures required or authorized by law;
9. Official flags of the United States of America, states of the United States, counties, municipalities,
official flags of foreign nations, and flags of internationally and nationally recognized organizations;
10. Political signs advertising a candidate or candidates for public elective office, a political party, or
promoting a position on a public issue during a campaign; provided, that:
a. All political signs shall be removed within fifteen days following the election, except that in cases
where a general election follows a primary election, those signs for candidates whose names will appear
on the ballot in the general election may be displayed during the interim period and up to fifteen days after
the general election; and
b. No political sign shall be erected upon any private property without the permission of the resident or
owner thereof, and, in cases where there is no occupied structure on the property, no political signs shall
be placed thereon without the written consent of the owner of the property;
11. Construction and real estate signs not exceeding thirty-two square feet in sign area;
12. All temporary signs (see YMC 15.08.110) except portable signs;
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Chapter 15.08 SIGNS
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13. Church, school, and community center name and/or readerboards not exceeding thirty-two square feet in
sign area;
14. Canopies and awning signs;
15. On -premises signs not readable from the public right-of-way, i.e., menu boards, etc.;
16. On -premises directional signs; and
17. Official public or court notices issued by a government agency or body or required or provided for
under adopted statute. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2001-25 § 1, 2001: Ord. 93-81 § 33, 1993: Ord.
3019 § 34, 1987: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.050 Prohibited signs.
The following signs are prohibited:
1. Signs on any vehicle or trailer parked on public or private property and visible from a public right-of-way
for the purpose of circumventing the provisions of this chapter. This provision shall not prohibit signs painted
on or magnetically attached to any vehicle operating in the normal course of business;
2. Signs purporting to be, imitating, or resembling an official traffic sign or signal; could cause confusion
with any official sign, or which obstruct the visibility of any traffic/street sign or signal;
Signs attached to utility, streetlight and traffic -control standard poles;
Swinging projecting signs;
5. Signs in a dilapidated (i.e., having peeling paint, major cracks or holes, and/or loose or dangling
materials) or hazardous condition;
6. Abandoned signs;
7. Signs on doors, windows or fire escapes that restrict free ingress or egress; and
8. Any other sign not meeting the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 93-81 §
34, 1993: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.055 Sign maintenance.
A. General Requirements. Signs shall be maintained in good order and repair at all times so that they do not
constitute any danger or hazard to public safety, and are free of peeling paint, major cracks and loose and dangling
materials. Signs that are not maintained in this manner shall be considered prohibited signs.
B. Nonconforming Sign Maintenance and Repair. Nothing in this title shall relieve the owner or user of a legal
nonconforming sign, or the owner of the property on which the nonconforming sign is located, from the provisions
of this section regarding safety, maintenance, repair, and/or removal of signs. (See YMC 15.08.160.) (Ord. 2008-46
§ 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 93-81 § 35, 1993).
15.08.060 Sign standards.
The provisions of this chapter and the requirements in Table 8-1, "Type and Number of Signs Permitted," Table 8-2,
"Maximum Sign Area," and Table 8-3, "Sign Height and Setbacks," are established for all signs in the zoning
districts indicated. All permitted signs are subject to the review procedures of this title and the standards of this
section. Signs for Class (1), (2) and (3) uses shall be subject to the same procedural and review requirements as the
principal use.
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Chapter 15.08 SIGNS
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Table 8-1. Type and Number of Signs Permitted
SIGN TYPE
ZONING DISTRICTS
SR I R-1
I R-2
I R-3
I B-1
HB B-2
SCC LCC
CBD GC AS
RD
M-1]
M-2
PERMITTED SIGNS
On -Premises Signs
Nameplate
Permitted as an Accessory Use to an Approved or Existing Use
Subdivision
Identification/Project
Identification'
Roof/Portable Signs
Not Permitted
Class (1) Use
Freestanding'
Subdivision/Proj. I.D_
Only
On -premises signs meeting the standards of this chapter are considered Class (1) uses requiring Type (1)
review. On -premises signs not meeting the standards of this chapter shall follow the procedures of YMC
15.08.170, and are otherwise not permitted.
Projecting
Not Permitted
Freeway
See YMC 15.08.150
Off -Premises Signs
Directional
Not Permitted
Class
(2) Use
Not
Permitted
Class (2) Use
Class (1) Use
Advertising
Billboards
NUMBER OF SIGNS PERMITTED
On -Premises Signs
Nameplate
I Per Dwelling
I Per Street Frontage
I Per Street Frontage
Freestanding'
Projecting
Not Permitted
Wall/Roof/Portable
Signs
Wall: YMC 15.08.100/Roof. YMC 15.08.090fremporary: YMC 15.08.110
Freeway
Freeway: See YMC 15.08.150
Off -Premises Sims
Directional
I
Directional: See YMC 15,08120(B)
I A
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SIGN TYPE
Advertising
Billboards
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ZONING DISTRICTS
SR R-1 LR -2] R-3 I B-1 I HB B-2 I SCC I LCC I CBD I GC I AS I RD I M-1 I M-2
r Permitted I Sign Per Parcel (Also See YMC 15 08,130)
NOTES:
1. YMC 15 08.140 has freestanding sign provisions for multiple -building complexes and multiple -tenant buildings,
2- Nameplates and subdivision identification signs permitted in the residential districts may be placed on a wall—See Table 8-2
Table 8-2. Maximum Sign Area
Freestanding and Projecting Signs
SR, R-1, R-2, and R-3
Nameplates up to 2 sq- ft. and subdivision/project identification up to 32 sq ft
NOT PERMITTED
HB and B -I
24 sq- ft
40 sq ft -
B -2
40 sq ft-
60 sq, ft
SCC
Frontage is
I sq- ft of sign area per
1-1/2 sq, ft, of sign area per
less than 400
lineal ft of frontage up to
lineal ft of frontage up to
ft- long
100 sq ft-
150 sq. ft
Frontage is
I sq, ft. of sign area per
1-1/2 sq- ft, of sign area per
more than
400 ft- long
lineal ft- of frontage up to
150 sq ft-
lineal ft, of frontage up to
200 sq ft
SIZE OF WALL TO
WHICH ATTACHED
WHERE PERMITTED: UP
TO 300 SQUARE FOOT
LCC
Frontage is
I sq. ft- of sign area per
1-1/2 sq. ft, of sign area per
less than 400
lineal ft, of frontage up to
lineal ft- of frontage up to
ft long
150 sq. ft-
200 sq, ft
Frontage is
I sq ft, of sign area per
1-1/2 sq. ft, ofsign area per
more than
lineal ft of frontage up to
lineal ft of frontage up to
400 ft, long
200 sq, ft-
250 sq- ft_
CBD
1 sq. ft, of sign area per lineal
ft. of frontage up to 150 sq
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Freestanding and Projecting Signs
GC
Frontage is
I sq. ft. of sign area per
11-1/2 sq ft of sign area per
less than 400
lineal ft of frontage up to
lineal ft of frontage up to
ft. long
150 sq, ft,
200 sq. ft.
Frontageis
I sq. ft. of sign area per
1-1/2 sq ft. of sign area per
more than
lineal ft. of frontage up to
lineal ft. of frontage up to
400 ft. long
200 sq ft
250 sq- ft.
ASFrontage
is
I sq ft, of sign area per
1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
less than 400
lineal ft of frontage up to
lineal ft. of frontage up to
ft- long
150 sq. ft.
200 sq. ft.
Frontageis
I sq, ft. of sign area per
1-1/2 sq. ft, of sign area per
more than
lineal ft of frontage up to
lineal ft of frontage up to
400 ft long
200 sq- ft.
250 sq. ft.
RD
Frontage is
I sq- ft. of sign area per
1-1/2 sq. ft of sign area per
less than 400
lineal ft of frontage up to
lineal ft- of frontage up to
ft. long
150 sq. ft.
200 sq. ft.
Frontage is
I sq. ft. of sign area per
1-1/2 sq, ft. ofsign area per
more than
lineal ft- of frontage up to
lineal ft of frontage up to
400 ft. long
200 sq. ft.
250 sq ft.
M-1
1 sq, ft- of sign area per
1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
lineal ft. of frontage up to
100 sq. ft
lineal ft. of frontage up to
150 sq, ft.
M-2
MAXITvIUM AREA PER SIGN = 2 TEVEST BE MAXWUM AREA PER SIGN FACE
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Table 8-3. Sign Height and Setbacks
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ZONING DISTRICTS
SR
R-1
R-2
R-3
B-1 HB
B-2
SCC
LCC
CBDGC
AS
RD
M-1
M-2
SIGN STANDARDS
NIAXUVUJM SIGN HEIGHT
Freestanding'
Sign is set 5 ft.
10 ft-
15 ft.
30 ft.
30 ft
30 ft.
30 ft.
back15 feet
or less from
required
right-of-way
Sign is set 10 ft,
15 ft.
20 ft
35 ft
40 ft.
30 ft.
40 ft
back more
than 15 feet
from required
right-of-way
Projecting Not permitted'
See YMC 15.08 080
Wall
Top of wall to which attached
Freeway
Where permitted: 70 ft.
SETBACKS
Minimum front yard setbacks Edge of right-of-way
Minimum side yard setbacks Required setback standards for each zoning district (Table 5-1)
Notes:
I YMC 15.08140 has special freestanding sign provisions for multiple -building complexes and multiple -tenant buildings.
2 Nameplates and subdivision identification signs permitted in the residential districts may be placed on a wall. (See Table 8-2.)
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Chapter 15.08 SIGNS
15.08.070 General provisions.
All signs shall comply with the following provisions:
A. Construction shall satisfy the requirements of the building code;
B. Except for exempt signs, all signs shall be permanently attached to a building or the ground;
C. Signs attached to a building shall not exceed the height of the building, except under the provisions of YMC
15.08.080(1) and 15.08.090;
D. All signs shall comply with the setback requirements in Table 8-3, except when the side or rear yard is a street
frontage, then the front setback shall apply;
E. Lighting directed on or internal to any sign shall be shaded, screened, or directed so that the light's intensity or
brightness shall not adversely affect neighboring property or motor vehicle safety;
F. All signs together with their supports, braces, and guys shall be maintained in a safe and secure manner;
G. The ratio of the area of the sign support, framing structure, and/or other decorative features which contain no
written or advertising copy to the sign cabinet shall not be greater than 1:1;
H. A clearview triangle shall be maintained at all driveways and curb cuts for vision safety purposes. (See YMC
15.05.040);
I. No freestanding signs shall be placed in the clearview triangle established in YMC 15.05.040; and
J. Any exterior lighting must be shielded and directed away from adjoining streets or residential uses. (Ord.
2011-12 § 4 (part), 2011: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 93-81 § 37, 1993: Ord. 3106 § 18, 1988: Ord. 2947 § 1
(part), 1986).
15.08.080 Projection over right-of-way.
Projecting and freestanding signs shall comply with the following provisions:
1. No more than one-third of the height of any projecting sign shall exceed the height of the building to
which it is attached.
All signs projecting over the public right-of-way shall conform to the following standards:
Clearance Above Grade
Maximum Projection
Less than 8 feet
Not permitted
8 feet to 9 feet
1 foot
9 feet to 10 feet
2 feet
Over 10 feet
2/3 the distance from
building to curb line or a
maximum of 10 feet
No sign shall project within two feet of the curb line. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 3019 § 36, 1987: Ord.
2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.090 Roof signs.
All roof signs shall comply with the following provisions:
1. Roof signs shall be erected so as to appear from all sides as a wall sign applied to an existing penthouse
which appears to be a part of the building itself.
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2. Roof signs must not exceed the maximum allowable height of the building within the district in which it
is located.
3. All roof signs shall be installed or erected in such a manner that there is no visible support structure.
(Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.100 Wall signs.
All wall signs shall conform to the following provisions:
1. Wall signs may be painted upon, attached flat to, or pinned away from the wall, but shall not project more
than twelve inches from the wall.
2. The number of wall signs is not regulated; provided, the total area of the wall sign(s) may not exceed the
area of the wall to which attached.
3. Wall signs shall not extend above the height of the wall to which attached. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part),
2008: Ord. 93-81 § 38, 1993: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.110 Temporary signs.
All temporary signs shall conform to the following:
1. No temporary sign shall be displayed for more than thirty days at any one time nor more than ninety days
during a calendar year.
Only one temporary sign on each street frontage per parcel or lot is permitted.
No temporary sign shall be placed in a required parking space, driveway, or clearview triangle.
4. No temporary sign may be placed in the public right-of-way or an easement unless specifically permitted
by the city/county.
5. Temporary signs placed on the ground shall be separated from parking and driveway areas by a curb or
other barrier.
6. No temporary sign shall be displayed more than fifteen days after the event for which it is intended. (Ord.
2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2001-25 § 2, 2001: Ord. 93-81 § 39, 1993: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.120 Directional signs.
A. On -Premises Directional Signs. On -premises directional signs readable from the public right-of-way may be
permitted in accordance with Table 8-1. On -premises directional signs may contain both directions and the business
name or logo, provided the business name or logo shall not exceed fifty percent of the sign area. All on -premises
directional signs shall meet the general provisions of this section, and shall not exceed ten square feet per sign face.
B. Off -Premises Directional Signs. Off -premises directional signs are permitted where indicated in YMC
15.08.130(B); provided, that:
1. Each use located in a district where off -premises directional signs are allowed is permitted one off -
premises directional sign;
2. The off -premises sign contains only directional information and does not exceed thirty-two square feet in
area nor twenty-five feet in height;
The off -premises signs are permanently installed on private property;
4. Only one off -premises sign is permitted on a parcel. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part),
1986).
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Chapter 15.08 SIGNS
15.08.130 Off -premises signs and billboards.
A. Billboards are:
1. Class (1) uses in the M-1 and M-2 districts; and
Class (2) uses in the CBD, GC, and RD districts.
B. Billboards may be permitted in these districts after the required level of review, provided they meet the
provisions of this chapter and all of the following criteria:
1. The maximum sign area does not exceed three hundred square feet per sign face;
2. There is no more than one product displayed per sign face;
3. There are no side-by-side panels;
4. Required front yard setbacks are met;
5. Billboards between a one -hundred -fifty and three -hundred -foot radius of a residential district shall be
restricted to one hundred sixty square feet per sign face and may not be lighted;
No billboard shall be located within one hundred fifty feet of a residential district;
7. The billboard is not within five hundred lineal feet of another billboard having the same street frontage;
Billboard height standards shall not exceed that permitted for freestanding signs as provided in Table 8-3;
9. The total number of combined freestanding signs, off -premises signs and billboards does not exceed the
number of freestanding signs allowed for the property.
C. Off -premises signs are:
Class (1) uses in the M-1 and M-2 districts;
Class (2) uses in the B-2, CBD, GC, and RD districts.
Off -premises signs may be permitted in these districts after the required level of review, provided they meet the
provisions of this chapter and the specific standards for the district in which they are located. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1
(part), 2008: Ord. 93-81 § 40, 1993: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.140 Multiple -building complexes and multiple -tenant buildings.
A. Purpose. The following provisions shall apply to multiple -building complexes and multiple -tenant buildings
in the SCC, LCC, GC, and RD districts.
B. Number of Freestanding Signs. Each multiple -building complex shall be allowed one freestanding sign on
each street frontage in accordance with Table 8-2. When the street frontage is longer than four hundred feet:
1. One additional freestanding sign shall be permitted for each additional four hundred feet of street
frontage or part thereof, or
A single, larger freestanding sign can be erected in accordance with Table 8-2.
If option 1, as set forth in subsection (B)(1) of this section, is selected, no freestanding sign shall be placed closer
than two hundred feet to any other freestanding sign or exceed the standards in Table 8-2. These provisions shall
also apply to each multiple -tenant building, unless it is a part of a multiple -building complex.
The allowable freestanding sign(s) may be used to advertise one or more of the uses in the multiple -building
complex or multiple -tenant building. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
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15.08.150 Freeway signs.
A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to permit hotels/motels, restaurants, service stations and fruit stands
near the freeway a larger on -premises sign to inform freeway travelers of their service.
B. Location. A freeway sign may be used to substitute an allowable freestanding sign where there is more than
one street frontage, when the use:
1. Has frontage on Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima Avenue, Terrace Heights Drive, North 1 st Street, North 16th
Avenue, or North 40th Avenue and all or a portion of the lot is within one thousand feet of a freeway
interchange; or
2. Is within two hundred fifty feet of the freeway right-of-way.
C. Number of Freeway Signs. Only one freeway sign is permitted on each parcel, multiple -building complex or
for each development, whichever is more restrictive.
D. Uses with Only One Frontage. Uses within the area described in subsection B of this section with only one
street frontage may install a freeway sign in addition to the permitted freestanding sign.
E. Sign Height. The maximum height for freeway signs is shown in Table 8-3. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008:
Ord. 93-81 § 41, 1993: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.160 Legal nonconforming signs.
Any sign lawfully existing under all codes and ordinances in effect at the time this title is enacted or amended may
continue to be maintained and operated as a legal nonconforming sign so long as it remains otherwise lawful;
provided, that:
A. No sign shall be changed in any manner that increases its noncompliance with the provisions of this title; and
B. If the sign is structurally altered or moved, its legal nonconforming status shall be voided, and the sign will be
required to conform to the provisions of this title. Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict normal
structural repair and maintenance; and
C. The sign is not a hazardous or abandoned sign. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.170 Administrative adjustment of sign standards allowed.
A. Comprehensive Design Plan. A comprehensive design plan is required whenever adjustment of one or more
of the sign design standards of this chapter is proposed or when required as part of a detailed sign plan. The
comprehensive design plan shall include a narrative and site plan, including but not limited to the following:
1. Site plan which includes the physical components of the sign including sign size, height, shape, color,
location and associated landscaping;
2. A description of how the sign relates to the immediate surroundings, including existing and proposed
structures, other signs, neighboring land uses and the character of the zoning district;
An explanation of why the existing sign standards are not adequate and require adjustment; and
4. For multiple -tenant buildings and multiple building complexes, a description of how the available sign
area will be allocated between tenants or leasable spaces.
B. Review Procedures. The administrative official shall review the comprehensive design plan in accordance
with the provisions of YMC Chapter 15.10 and may either approve or disapprove the plan. The administrative
official shall approve the comprehensive design plan and/or adjustments in the standards of this chapter when he
finds that such approval would be consistent with the character of the zoning district, compatible with neighboring
land uses, and create visual harmony between the sign, structure, and the site where it is located. The administrative
official may also attach conditions to this approval in order to accomplish the objectives of this section and YMC
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15.10.030. (Ord. 2011-12 § 5, 2011: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 93-81 § 42, 1993; Ord. 3019 § 27, 1987;
Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.180 Variances.
Except as allowed by YMC 15.08.170, no reduction of the standards in this chapter is allowed except pursuant to
YMC Chapter 15.21. (Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
15.08.190 Violations.
Failure to comply with the provisions of this chapter is a violation and punishable under YMC Chapter 15.25. (Ord.
2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
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RECORD /H I Y
Memorandum .ns it' l
2nd i n Enforcement Emphasis
September 19, 201
A staff meeting with Planning and Code Enforcement was held on September 15, 2014 to establish
the guidelines for the 2nd round of sign code enforcement emphasis sweep. This emphasis effort
implements a City Council priority related to improving the built environment of the city including
the appearance of the community, reduction of visual clutter and driver distractions. The purpose
of this memo is to provide guidelines for consistent enforcement. Provisions of the existing sign
code are currently under consideration by the City Planning Commission for ordinance
modification. Therefore, these guidelines are considered interim in nature.
Meeting attendees: Joe, Glenn, Ben, Linda, Jodi, Kelli, Tammy, Valerie, Robbie, Mike M., Joan
Guidelines for this enforcement effort:
1. Enforce the sign code as adopted in YMC 15.08
2. Focus effort on elimination of illegal temporary free-standing signs along the street right of
way; All commercial areas will be reviewed, not limited to the first eleven corridors.
3. Signs mounted to fences are not exempt signs and will be treated as a free-standing
temporary sign;
4. Each parcel is allowed one temporary sign per street frontage. The signs must be displayed
on the individual street frontage and may not be grouped on a single street frontage;
S. Roof signs are not exempt signs. A permanent roof sign must conform to YMC 15.08.090
and requires a permit. A temporary roof sign is generally not allowed.
6. Wall signs are NOT exempt signs but subject to the requirements of YMC 15.08.100.
• The number of permanent wall signs is not regulated. All permanent wall signs
require a permit.
• If a temporary sign is placed on the wall, it is subject to the requirements of all other
temporary signs, as specified in YMC 15.08.110 which states ONE per street
frontage; maximum length of display 30 days at a time; etc
• Display cases (like at movie theaters) are considered wall signs. The display case
needs a permit, but replacement of the poster does not require a permit.
• A wall sign may be painted directly onto the building. Painted signs on the wall do
not require a permit.
7. Window Signs are exempt from permits and fees. Although they are defined, the Code has
no other standards or requirements for the number or size of window signs. If a window
sign is dilapidated or creates a safety hazard, such as obstructing a door, the sign could be
modified or removed.
8. Free-standing temporary signs or sandwich boards may not be in the street right of way
unless they have a permit.
9. Signs attached to fences are NOT wall signs. They are generally temporary signs and
subject to the limitations of one per street frontage.
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Planning Commission
FROM:
Planning Division Staff
SUBJECT:
Continued discussion—proposed Text Amendment TXT #003-14
Date:
September 24, 2014
Background
Proposals for text amendments to the Yakima Urban Area Zoning Ordinance (YUAZO)
follow the City's established process for Comprehensive Plan Amendments (CPA) per YMC
§ 15.23 and YMC Title 16. The 2014 CPA cycle, beginning in January, included an open
application submittal process through the end of April, and resulted in the Planning
Commission's docketing of one text amendment for review and approval (File No. TXT
#003-14).
Proposal
Text Amendment, TXT #003-14, submitted by Restoration Church, is a proposal to add
Community Gardens as an allowed use in the YMC Title 15, chapter of Permitted Land
Uses and Table 4-1.
In May of 2014, the Planning Division Staff conducted a preliminary review of the
proposed text amendment. The preliminary review outlined how the Community Garden
proposal would be included in the YUAZO, and suggestions on regulations and provision
to render Community Gardens compatible with the other codes and provisions of YMC.
The Planning Division brought their preliminary review to the Planning Commission on
June 11, 2014, to establish a baseline for open discussion and a place to move forward
from. The Planning Division also brought their preliminary review to the City Council's
Built Environment Committee on June 19, 2014. The Built Environment Committee
commented on their interest in this proposal overall, and plan to follow the open
discussion regarding this proposal.
On July 9, 2014 a draft document, including a summary of the June 201h and June 23rd
meetings between the Planning Division Staff and the applicants, provided multiple
options for inclusion of Community Gardens into the YUAZO, and various levels of review
based on the size of planting areas.
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The Planning Commission has scheduled time at today's study session for a review of the
supplemental "mock MOU", prepared by the applicant and reviewed by the Planning
Division, for a better understanding of how the Community Gardens Ordinance will be
properly implemented if adopted. The attached Community Gardens ordinance and
mock MOU are before the Planning Commission for consideration. Public Hearing on Text
Amendment File NO. TXT #003-14 is scheduled for the Planning Commission's October Stn
meeting.
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ORDINANCE NO. 2014 -
AN ORDINANCE relating to the regulation of land use and development in the City
of Yakima and amending and establishing the following sections
of Title 15 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code:
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Yakima has considered certain
amendments to Title 15 of the Yakima Municipal Code pertaining to regulation of land use and
development in the City of Yakima; and
WHEREAS, On May 14, 2014 the Planning Commission of the City of Yakima Docketed
the proposed 2014 Comprehensive Plan map amendments (CPAs) and proposed Yakima
Urban Area Zoning Ordinance (UAZO) text amendments; and
WHEREAS, one UAZO Text Amendment for the inclusion of Community Gardens to
Title 15 permitted land uses, and Table 4-1; and
WHEREAS, the City Planning Division staff conducted four study sessions with the
Planning Commission and one study session with the City Council's Built Environment
Committee regarding the proposed UAZO Text Amendment, including but not limited to, May
28, 2014, June 11, 2014, June 19, 2014, June 25, 2014, and July 9, 2014; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held an open record public hearing on ,
2014, pursuant to notice, and received and considered all evidence and testimony presented;
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, having conducted such public hearing, found,
determined and recommended that the City Council approve the Text Amendment as presented
(or with the following changes); and
WHEREAS, the City Council, having received the findings, conclusions and
recommendation of the Planning Commission, together with the record herein, and having
received and considered all evidence, testimony and comment presented at a public hearing
conducted , 2014 pursuant to notice duly published, hereby finds and concludes:
(a) The Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Recommendation of the Planning
Commission, dated 2014, are hereby received and adopted by this reference as
the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law of the City Council;
(b) All procedural provisions of the Yakima Municipal Code pertaining to amendment
of Title 15 YMC have been met and satisfied;
and
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WHEREAS, the City Council finds and determines that such Chapter 15.04 YMC
should be amended to add new provisions regulating Community Gardens within the City of
Yakima; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds and determines that YMC 15.04 should be amended
as shown and set forth in Exhibit 1-A" attached hereto and by this reference incorporated
herein, and that Table 4-1 set forth in YMC 15.04.030 should be repealed and new Table 4-1
adopted as set forth in Exhibit 1-13" attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein;
and that such amendments are in the best interest of residents of the City of Yakima and will
promote the general health, safety and welfare; now, therefore
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF YAKIMA:
Section 1. Section 15.02 Definitions of the City of Yakima Municipal Code is hereby
amended to add a definition for community gardens which shall read as follows:
"Community Garden" means:
• Privately or publicly owned land that is used by multiple users who may or
may not have ownership of the property;
• May be divided into separate plots, for the cultivation of fruits, vegetables,
plants, flowers, or herbs;
• Common areas associated with the garden are maintained by group
members.
• The produce or goods grown on site are not for commercial sale;
• A community garden is different than a "collective garden" that is used for
the growing of marijuana plants; and no marijuana shall be grown on a
community garden plot;
• A community garden is separate from the use of "Agriculture*" as defined
and regulated under YMC § 15.02 and 15.04.030, Table 4-1, and is
different than a privately maintained garden that is associated with a
principal use and regulated in accordance with YMC § 15.04.060 (A); and
• Structures and buildings associated with a community garden are
considered "Accessory Uses" to a principal use, and shall comply with the
provisions of YMC Title 15, and the International Fire and Building Codes.
Section 2. Section 15.04 Permitted Land Uses, Table 4-1 of the City of Yakima
Municipal Code is hereby amended to add the following land use categories and levels of
review under the category of Community Services:
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Commune ty Services
........
_
..... .......
.
Zoning District
SR
R-1
R-2
R-3
B-1
B-2
HB
SCC
LCC
A
GC
CB
R
M-
M-
S
D
D
1
2
Community Gardens
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
(accessory to an approved
principal) use). * (See YMC
15.04.060 (G))
Community Gardens (with
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
planting area of .25 acres
or less). *
Community Gardens (with
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
planting area of more than
.25 acres and up to .5
acres).*
Community Gardens (with
2
2
2
2'
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
planting area of more than
.5 acres up to 1 acre).*
Section 3. Section 15.04.060 Accessory uses of the City of Yakima Municipal Code is
hereby amended to read as follows:
G. Community Gardens. Community Gardens (accessory to an approved principal use)
are considered an accessory use to a principal use in all zoning districts, provided, the garden is
clearly secondary to, supportive of, and compatible with, the principal use with regard to size
and use. The land use classification and review requirements of an accessory Community
Garden shall follow the Type (1) Review requirements of YMC 15.13, and shall otherwise
comply with all other provisions of the Yakima Municipal Code, and International Fire and
Building Codes.
Section 4. Section 15.09.120 Community Garden Development Standards of the City of
Yakima Municipal Code is hereby established to read as follows:
15.09.120 Community Garden Development Standards
A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to establish minimal development standards
for community gardens which allow private groups or neighborhoods to use privately or
publicly owned lands to establish a garden for the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, plants,
flowers, or herbs that is maintained by the group members who may or may not have
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ownership in the subject property. These standards are intended to assure that the
established community gardens are compatible with adjoining land uses, the character
of the district in which they are located, and will not otherwise have any un -mitigated
negative environmental impacts.
B. Review Process. Community Gardens shall follow either the Type (1) or Type (2)
Review processes as specified by YMC § 15.13, 15.14, and 15.04 Table 4-1 Permitted
Land Uses.
C. Additional Type (1) & (2) Review submittal requirements for Community
Gardens. Applications for Community Gardens shall include, but is not limited to, a
"Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)" or "agreement" between the City and Applicant,
which includes the following elements:
1. Right of Operating/Use Agreement, between the property owner and sponsoring
organization, which includes: term of use, location and size of planting area(s), and
supporting uses and/or structures. These items shall be shown on a site plan that
meets the requirements of the Site Plan Checklist, specified in YMC § 15.11.
a. The term of the above required right of operating/use agreement shall be a
minimum of one year; however none of the implementing regulations which
govern Community Gardens shall prevent an applicant from submitting an
agreement with a term that extends beyond this minimum requirement.
2. Sponsoring organization name, contact information, etc.;
3. Rules established for the prohibition of selling goods and produce grown on-site: i.e.
produce grown on-site may not be sold;
4. Rules established for the use of herbicides, pesticides, and chemical fertilizers
should be contained on-site, and used in accordance with label instructions and
generally accepted horticultural practices;
5. Maintenance procedures and regulations established for the control of weeds,
garbage, standing water, odors associated with composting, the identification of how
garden waste will be dealt with (on-site composting or hauled away), and the
proposed winterization of the garden;
6. Water/irrigation: indication of method of providing water (i.e. certificate of availability),
and indication of water run-off prevention;
7. Rules established for the use of equipment/tools, sheds (storage of hazardous
materials i.e. fertilizers), and other structures;
8. Hours of operation which conform to the provisions of YMC § 6.04.180(E) in terms of
hours of operation, and intensity of noise.
D. Required Parking.
1. Total Number of Required Parking Stalls: The total number of required parking
stall for each type of Community Garden shall be as follows:
a) Community Gardens (accessory to an approved principal use) — None (0)
b) Community Gardens (with planting area of .25 acres or less) — None (0)
c) Community Gardens (with planting area of more than .25 acres and up to .5
acres) - Two (2) spaces/stalls
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d) Community Gardens (with planting area of more than .5 acres up to one acre)
- Four (4) spaces/stalls
2. Surfacing: Required parking for Community Gardens shall consist of an unpaved
surface of compacted gravel.
3. Dimensions: The area of each parking stall shall be no smaller than 9ft. X 19 ft. in
size.
4. Shared Parking: Community Gardens may share parking with a nearby
use/business in accordance with YMC § 15.06.050.
5. Administrative Adjustment of Parking Authorized. Contrary to the provisions of
YMC 15.10, the total number of parking stall for Community Gardens may be
Administratively Adjusted under the provisions of YMC § 15.10, as the parking
standards for Community Gardens are codified under both the provisions of YMC
§ 15.08 and 15.09.
E. Accessory Structures. Accessory Structures for Community Gardens are
permitted as an accessory use to a Community Garden or as otherwise permitted under
the provisions of YMC § 15.04.060, and as described below:
a) Community Gardens (accessory to an approved principal use):
a. Accessory structures 120 sq. ft. or less are permitted in accordance
with YMC § 15.05.020 (E) (2).
b) Community Gardens (with planting area of .25 acres up to one acre):
a. — Accessory structures 120 sq. ft. or less are permitted in accordance
with YMC § 15.05.020 (E) (2); and
b. — Accessory structures larger than 120 sq. ft. are permitted in
accordance with YMC § 15.05.020 (E) (1) and building permit
issuance.
Section 5. Section 15.06 Table 6-1. Table of Off -Street Parking Standards of the City of
Yakima Municipal Code is hereby amended to incorporate parking standards for Community
Gardens under the Land Use Category of Community Services as identified below:
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Churches, synagogues, temples, and 1 space for each 3 fixed seats (or 54" of bench -type
funeral homes seating)
1 space for each 40 sq. ft. of general reception/gathering
area
Community Gardens (accessory to an None
approved principal use). * (See YMC §
15.04.060 (G))..
Community Gardens (with planting area None
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5
of .25 acres or less).
. . . . . ......
Community Gardens (with planting area
Two (2) spaces
of more than .25 acres and up to .5
�acres).* . ..............
Community Gardens (with planting area
Four(4)spaces
of more than .5 acres up to one acre).*
Convalescent, nursing and group homes 11
space for each 2 beds
Fire and police stations
1 space for each 200 sq. ft. of gross floor area
Halfway houses (detention centers)
1 space for each 2 beds .......... . ...... .. .
Hospitals
1.5 spaces for each bed
Schools:
Primary, Elementary
13 spaces for each classroom, or 1 space for each 3
seats (54" bench-type seating) in the assembly area,
whichever is greater
Junior, Senior
Same as Primary/Elementary and 1 space for each 4
students over 16 years old
Junior or community colleges
1 space for each 400 sq. ft. of gross floor area
Juvenile detention centers
1.5 spaces for each bed
Libraries
1 space for each 100 sq. ft. of gross floor area
Museums, art galleries
1 space for each 100 sq. ft. of gross floor area
Preschools, daycare centers
1 space for each employee plus 1 space for each 6
. ......... " . ..............
children
— - - - - ......
Vocational and business schools
1 space for each 400 sq. ft. of gross floor area
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL signed and approved this _day of October, 2014.
Micah Cawley, Mayor
ATTEST:
Draft PC Review— 7/9/2014 —v.s.
City Clerk
Publication Date:
Effective Date:
Draft PC Review— 7/9/2014 —v.s,
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SAMPLE
Memorandum of Understanding
Between
ABC Sponsor and the City of Yakima
WHEREAS, ABC Sponsor seeks to provide community garden plots for the purposes of creating a source
of healthy, low-cost food, providing education on gardening and urban ecology, creating recreation, and
building community among neighbors; and
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developing a community garden,,wa�t tion, x within the . Zoning gistdd; and
WHEREAS, ABC Sponsor wishes to act as the agent for the community garden, and administer the day-
to-day operation of the garden (accept applications, assign plots, accept payment for plots, host
educational meetings, create recreational and social opportunities, oversee operations in accordance
with this Memorandum of Understanding, etc.); and
WHEREAS, the City of Yakima recognizes ABC Sponsor as the agent for the community garden; now,
therefore, the parties agree:
The garden site is to be operated at (address), in accordance with a Right of Operating/Use
Agreement between the property owner and ABC Sponsor. This agreement is attached, and
made part of this understanding.
2. The layout of the garden plots is shown on the attached site plan, along with positioning of the
tool/storage shed, rest area, play area and supporting structures.
3. The garden will operate between the hours of 6am and 10pm daily; however, ABC sponsor may
limit hours within this timeframe.
4. The garden will be divided into separate plots for the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, plants,
flowers, or herbs. Marijuana will not be grown in the garden.
5. A set of rules will be developed between ABC Sponsor and the gardeners, which establish
operational procedures. The rules will cover hours of operation, assignment and cost of plots,
plot maintenance, garden site maintenance, irrigation procedures, basic cultural practices, end-
of—season cleanup, conduct, and enforcement.
6. Any garden food items produced will be for personal and family consumption, or be donated to
charitable organizations. None will be sold commercially.
7. Herbicides, pesticides and fungicides will not be permitted in the garden. Chemical and organic
fertilizers may be used in accordance with label instructions and generally accepted horticultural
practices. Any fertilizers stored on the site will be in a locked container/storage shed.
8. Garden plant material may be composted, or rernoved weekly from the site. Con1post piles will
be located at least 20 feet from adjacent properties and will be managed to mitigate odors
ntain control of the degrading
(reduce excess moisturey provide adequate porosity, mai
substrate, and/or limit pile size). d removed from the site at least
9. Waste material will be placed in a covered container, an
monthly,through a metered
10. irrigation water is [�t-O-�J�LOA ��-Y er to provide flexibility
supply line. irrigation will be accomplished through a drip system in ord
and avoid water run-off. construction of garden structures. Such tools
11. SI-nall power tools may be used for cultivation and cons t disturb neighbors�
will be used only between the hours ore
ansprn in an effort to no
Spring startup and fall shutdown may require tip
le temporary use of a tractor, which will also
operate during the same hours, the garden will be winterized. All plant material
12, At the end of the growing/harvesting season, es drained. The site will be
(except compost piles), fertilizer, trash will be removed, and water lin
left in a condition that does not detract from the neighborhood.
This agreement is in effect for a period of at least one year and, thereafter, is effective until cane
ledbether party. Cancellation of the agreement will not occur during the regular garden enwill
accomplished upon go written notice of one party to the other. 4567 or email
ABC sponsor is located at 1234 Main Street, Yakima WAY and can be reached at (509) 123 -
at johndoe@abcspoiisor.com. The person responsible for garden operations will be John Igoe.
Agreed to by the parties on this _day of ------ 2014
ABC Sponsor
By
John Doe, Manager
City of Yakima