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DEPARTMENTOF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Joan Davenport, AICP, Director
Planning Division
nd
129 North Second Street, 2Floor, Yakima, WA 98901
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CITY OF YAKIMA PLANNING COMMISSION
Yakima City Hall Council Chambers
nd
129 N 2 Street, Yakima, WA 98901
March 13, 2024
3:00 p.m. –5:00 p.m.
YPC MEMBERS:
Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Vice-Chair Lisa Wallace, Charles Hitchcock
Leanne Hughes-Mickel, Mary Place, Colleda Monick, and Frieda Stephens
City Council Liaison:
CITY PLANNING STAFF:
Joan Davenport (Community Development Director), Lisa Maxey (Admin. Assistant)
Eric Crowell (Senior Planner), Connor Kennedy (Assistant Planner), Eva Rivera (Planning
Technician), Irene Linos (Temp. Department Assistant I)
AGENDA
I.Call to Order
II.Roll Call
III.Staff Announcements
IV.Approval of Minutes of February 28, 2024
V.Text Amendments – Storage Facilities, Mixed Use/Downtown Development, Class 1 Uses,
and Signs
VI.Public Comment
VII.Other Business
VIII.Adjourn
Next Meeting: March 27, 2024
The meeting will also be recorded and posted on the Y-PAC website.
Visit the Yakima Planning Commission webpage for more information, including agenda packets and minutes.
City of Yakima Planning Commission (YPC) Meeting Minutes
February 28, 2024
Call to Order
Chair Liddicoatcalled themeeting to order at3:01p.m.
Roll Call
YPC Members Present:Chair Jacob Liddicoat, Mary Place,Colleda Monick,Leanne
Hughes-Mickel, Frieda Stephens
YPC Members Absent:Lisa Wallace, Charles Hitchcock(both excused),
Staff Present:Eric Crowell, Senior Planner/Acting Planning Manager,Eva
Rivera,Planning Technician
Staff Announcements–Acting Planner Manager, Crowellannounced the following:
AssociatePlanner and Planning Manager positionsare open through the end of March.
January 24 and February 14, 2024 Meeting Minutes–It was motioned by CommissionerPlace
and seconded by CommissionerStephensto approve the meeting minutes ofJanuary 24 and
February 14, 2024,as presented.The motion carried unanimously.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment–2024 Process Opening–It was motioned by
Commissioner Monick to open the 2024Comprehensive Plan Amendment and seconded by
Commissioner Place.The motion carried unanimously.
Naches Avenue Historic Overlay Zone (HOZ) Standards–Crowell gave some background on
how it was decided north and south Naches would become an overlay instead of a historic district.
He explained the proposed overlay zone standards drafted in 2023.He informed the Commission
the Historic Preservation Commission recommended the approval of these standards. The
proposed standards will require text amendments to the zoning ordinance. TheCity Council voted
to have staff move forward with the changes. Crowell answered questions the Commission had.
David Eggleston, a Yakima resident, spoke about several matters on Naches Avenue.
Public Comment–Coleen Anderson, city resident, discussed the city's plan to move three citizen
committees assubcommitteesof the Yakima Planning Commission.
Bill Hordan, city resident,spoke about a proposed text amendment that he would like to suggest.
Other Business–None
Adjourn–A motion to adjourn to March 13, 2024,was passed with aunanimous vote. The
meeting adjourned at approximately 3:51p.m.
Chair Liddicoat Date
This meeting was filmed by YPAC. Minutes for this meeting submitted by:Eva Rivera
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City of Yakima Planning Commission
Zoning Updates
March 13, 2024
1.Storage Uses
A commentfrom the public suggestedupdating the City’s definition for “residential mini-
storage” to be more consistent with Yakima County’s definition for the useas it pertains
to the storage of RVs. Some of the other storage definitions seem to conflict with each
other, sothose might need to be updated as well:
15.02.020Definitions.
“Storage facilities, bulk” means either enclosed (see “Warehouse”) or outdoor areas designed
for the storage of either large quantities of materials or materials of large size. Includes the
storage of vehicles when such storage is not incidental and subordinate to another land use and
is not vehicle parking, automotive wrecking/dismantling yards or vehicle sales lots.
“Storage facilities, commercial” means enclosed storage areas designated as support facilities
for commercial activities and used for the storage of retail materials.
“Storage facilities, rResidential mini-storage” means enclosed areas providing storage for
residential goods,and/or recreational vehicles within the structureor outdoor screened fenced
areas.
Language proposed by public comment: “Storage facilities, residential mini-storage”
means enclosed areas providing storage for residential goods and/or recreational
vehicles within the structure, or screened fenced area where allowed.
“Storage, vehicle” means keeping vehicles on a given site that are not actively used by the
principal occupants of the site. This definition does not include automotive wrecking/dismantling
yards or vehicle sales lots.
“Warehouse” means a structure used for the storage of goods and materials. See “Agricultural
building.”
“Wholesale trade” means those uses primarily engaged in the sale of merchandise to retailers
and to industrial, commercial, institutional or professional business users or to other
wholesalers.
15.04.030Table 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 addition, some Class (1) uses may require Type (2) review in accordance with
YMC15.04.020. All permitted land uses and associated site improvements are subject to the
design standards and review procedures of this title.
WHOLESALE TRADE—STORAGE
SRR-1R-2R-3B-1B-2HBSCCLCCASGCCBDRDM-1M-2
Warehouses (*)312211
Wholesale Trade (*)2112111
Storage Facilities, Bulk (*)1211
Storage Facilities, Commercial (*)312311
Residential Mini-Storage (*)3312311
2.Mixed-Use
Since the mixed-use standards were updated recently, staff has identified some
clarifications intended to make the section more useable.We would also like to explore
whether the mixed-use standards should apply generally toboth multifamily and
commercial development in the CBD.
15.09.025Mixed-use building and downtown business district
multifamily development.
A.Purpose and Intent.
1.To provide a streamlined process for new development or redevelopment projects that
include a mixture of high density residential along with complementary retail, commercial, or
professional uses at a scale that is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood.
2.These standards shall also apply to new multifamily or commercial development or
multifamily or commercial redevelopment in the downtown business district. MNew or
redevelopedultifamilymultifamily or commercial uses within this area shall comply with all of
the following development and design standardsexcluding those which are only relevant to the
nonresidential portion of a mixed-use building.
a.For the purpose of implementing this section, the “downtown business district” shall be
defined as the downtown business district exempt area—See YMC15.06.040, Figure 6-1.
B.Level of Review—Mixed-use building Uses.
1.MA new or redeveloped mixed-use building and downtown business district multifamily
development is a Class (1) permitted use, requiring Type (1) review, in applicable zones and is
determined to be the appropriate level of review for any combination of Class (1) and Class (2)
uses listed in those zones.
2.Any combination of uses which includes a Class (3) permitted use shall undergo Type (2)
review.
3.The mixed-use building/development land use shall not allow any use which is otherwise
not permitted in the zone.
4.A mixed-use building that does not meet the layout requirement of subsection(D)(1) of
this section shall be reviewed based upon its particular uses as listed in Table 4-1.
5. An existing building that does not meet the layout requirement of subsection (D)(2) of this
section shall still be subject to the other development standards of that subsection.
C.Prohibited Uses. The following uses are prohibited in a mixed-use building/development project:
1.All wholesale trade—Storage uses.
2.All transportation uses.
3.All utilities uses.
4.All automotive sales, maintenance and repair, carwash/detailing, paint and body, parts
and accessories, and towing uses.
5.Boats and marine accessories.
6.Farm and implements, tools and heavy construction equipment.
7.Farm supplies.
8.Fuel oil and coal distributers.
9.Lumber yards.
10.Nurseries.
11.All rental uses.
12.Repairs: reupholstery and furniture.
13.Repairs: small engine and garden equipment.
14.Service stations.
15.Truck service stations and shops.
D.Development Standards.
1.Mixed-Use Layout. A mixed-use building should not have any residential dwelling units
located on the ground floor, whenever feasible. There shall be a minimum of fifty percent
residential dwelling units, and least eighty percent of the ground floor shall be dedicated for
community facility or commercial use.
2.Parking.
a.Location. Off-street parking shall be located within, behind, below, and/or to the side
of the building. Any side of the building that faces a street shall not be fronted by off-
street parkingexceptfor the following situations:
i. For corner lots with more than one street frontage: at least one side of the building
that faces the street shall not be fronted by off-street parking.
b.Design. Off-street parkingshall be screenedseparatedfrom view of all abutting
public rights-of-waythat includes an existing orrequired sidewalk.1.c.Parking
located outside of a structure shall be screenedby a six-foot-tall masonry, decorative
block wall, wood fence, or solid landscapingbuffer(minimum four-feet in width),screen
consisting of a combination of trees and shrubs.If fencing is used, itFencing may
substitute for the required landscaping buffer. Fencingshall be no higher than four-feno
lower than 18-inches and no higher than 48-inchesetin height and shall meet applicable
clearview triangle standards.
i. Fencing located adjacent to a street right-of-way or pedestrian way shall include a
minimum three-foot landscape strip between the fence and the right-of-way.
c.Parking located within a structure, whether attached to or detached from the primary
structure, shall be architecturally compatible with the primary structure. Any openings
within a parking structure that do not provide pedestrian or vehicular access shall be
screened from view with decorative grilles or landscaping.
d. These standards shall also apply to standalone parking lots and garageswithin the
downtown business districtnot otherwise part of a development or structure.
e.A drive-up laneintended for arriving/departingguests, valet service, and other related
functionslocated at the front of motels and hotels (including extended stay)is not
considered to be parking for the purpose of this section.
3.Height Bonus. In the B-1, B-2, and SCC zoning districts, the maximum height of the
building (YMC15.05.030, Table 5-1) may be increased to fifty feet if all of the following are
met:
a.The majority of the additional building height is used to increase the number of
dwelling units;
b.The additional building height is necessary to accommodate on-site parking
requirements;
c.Additional on-site landscaping is provided equaling fifteen percent of theparking
area, at a minimum.
E.Design Standards and Guidelines—Downtown Business District.
1.Entrances. Primary pedestrian entrances to the building shall face the street frontage or
face common open space which is oriented toward the street.
2.Windows Along Streets and Pedestrian Ways.
a.There shall be windows on all sides of the building facing streets and pedestrian
ways.
b.All floors of a multifamily building, and all floors above the ground floor of a mixed-
use building shall contain transparency consistent with the Washington State Energy
Code, including both doors and windows.
c.The ground floor of a mixed-use building shall contain at least seventy-five percent of
transparency, including both doors and windows, and shall be visually distinct from the
above floors by not repeating the exact dimensions and placement of windows.
3.Blank Walls.
a.Defined. “Blank wall” means a wall or portion of a wall that has eight hundred square
feet of vertical surface area without any building modulation, transparency, or other
architectural feature.
b.Along streets and pedestrian ways, a minimum of fifty percent of the wall between
three feet and twelve feet above grade shall be treated with one or more of the following
elements:
i.Architectural variation including but not limited to color, material, and/or
modulation.
ii.Artwork, including murals and signs.
iii.Shrubs, trees, trellises, or other landscaping that will be actively maintained.
4.Equipment Screening.
a.Electrical and mechanical equipment placed on the ground surface or rooftop shall
be screened from view by materials that are consistent and compatible with the design,
color, and materials of the building.
b.The height of the parapet and other rooftop elements may be increased in order to
achieve this and shall comply with the height restrictions of
YMC15.05.030and15.10.020(D)(1).
5.Parking.
a.On-site parking shall be installed in accordance with YMC Chapter15.06, except as
follows:
i.Buildings in the downtown business district that cannot physically provide on-site
residential parking may utilize permitted off-street public parking (YMC9.50.200), or
off-street private parking through a shared parking agreement.
6.Multifamily Development Limited Downtown. Multifamily development that does not meet
the definition of mixed-use located in the downtown business district shall comply with the
following standards:
a.Setbacks.
i.New buildings shall have a minimum front yard setback of ten feet from the
property line or have windows that begin at least three feet above the elevation of
the highest adjoining sidewalk or finished ground surface adjacent to the setback.
b.Multifamily development shall not be permitted on any corner lot along Yakima
Avenue unless it includes commercial and residential uses.
3.Residential Class 1 exemptionl–changes to 15.13.025 and 15.17.030
To streamline the construction of new single-family dwellings and duplexes, they are not
logged in and processed as new Type 1 Reviews where they are permitted Class 1
uses. Rather, the site plan is reviewed for compliance by the Plans Examiner or a
Planner as part of the building permit process. These proposed changes clarify the
processing of single family and duplex Class 1 permitted uses.
15.13.025Central business district—Type (1) review exemptions.
C. Thefollowing Class (1) residential uses shall be exempt from Type (1) reviewwhen a
compliant site plan is submitted with the building plans:
1. Detached single-family dwelling
2. Two-family dwelling (duplex)
15.17.030Exemptions.
Modifications to existing detached single-family homes and duplexeswhenClass (1) or (2) uses in
residential zones shall beexempt from the review processes of this chapter whenin conformance
with the standards of Table 5-1.For other exemptionsfrom the review processes, see
YMC15.01.040(A).
4.Previously Considered Text Changes
Chapter 15.13
TYPE (1) REVIEW
Sections:
15.13.010Purpose.
15.13.020When required.
15.13.025Central business district—Type (1) review exemptions.
15.13.030Development permit application—Type (1) review.
15.13.040Review procedures.
15.13.050Approval.
15.13.060Denial.
15.13.070Appeals.
15.13.010Purpose.
This chapter establishes procedures for issuance of a development permit for uses requiring Type
(1) review.
15.13.020When required.
Class (1) uses not requiring Type (2) or (3) review are permitted; provided, that district standards are
met. The administrative official shall use the procedures in YMC Chapter15.13to review Class (1)
uses and associated site improvements for compliance with the provisions and standards of the
zoning district in which they are located, unless exempt under YMC15.13.025. Class (1) uses
require Type (2) reviewwhen:
A.All or part of the development, except for agricultural buildings, single-family dwellings, and
duplexes, is in the floodplain or greenway overlay districts;
B.All or part of a development is in the airport overlay (AO);
C.All or part of a development is in an institutional (IO) or master planned development overlay
(PD) and is identified in a development agreement as requiring Class (2) approval;
D.The proposed use includes hazardous material;
E.The applicant requests adjustment of one or more of the specific development standards
pursuant to YMC15.10.020; or
F.All or part of the development requires a development plan and/ormaster plan.
15.13.025Central business district—Type (1) review exemptions.
A. Change of use proposals within existing buildings in the CBD Downtown Business District
Exempt Parking Area (YMC 15.06.040(C)) shall be exempt from Type (1) review when the proposed
new use is a Class (1) use for the zone inunder the Retail Trade and Service portion of
YMC15.04.030, Table 4-1. New construction or expansion ofexisting buildingsClass (1) usesshall
follow the Type (1) review or modification process, as applicable.
B. Change of use proposals within existing buildings in all commercial and industrial zonesoutside
of the Downtown Business District Exempt Parking Area shall be exempt from the Type (1) review
when:
1. The proposed use is a Class (1) use for the zone in YMC 15.04.030; and,
2. Parking:
i. The use is located within an existing multiple use center; or,
ii. The parking requirement for the proposed use is equal to or less than the
existing use.
a. If the proposed use requires more parking than the existing use and that
parking is available on-site, then it meets the intent of this section.
3. Change of use exemptions for Class (1) uses in the commercial and industrial zones
shall not apply to the following:
i. New construction or expansion of buildings;
ii. Automotive dealer new and usedsales;towing services;farm and implements,
tools and heavy construction equipment; Rental and Repairs uses; and other similar
uses that utilize outside storage/sales areas that alter existing parking lots.
C. Thefollowing Class (1) residential uses shall be exempt from Type (1) reviewwhen a
compliant site plan is submitted with the building plans:
1. Detached single-family dwelling
2. Two-family dwelling (duplex)
15.13.030Development permit application—Type (1) review.
Applications for permits for Class (1) uses permitted outright in the districtshall be made in writing to
the administrative official on forms supplied by the department. A general site plan conforming to the
provisions of YMC15.11.030shall accompany the application. The administrative official may
request any other information necessary to clarify the application or determine compliance with, and
provide for the enforcement of, this title.
15.13.040Review procedures.
The administrative official shall review all Class (1) uses for compliance with this title. The
administrative official shall forward all Class (1) uses requiring Type (2) review under
YMC15.13.020to the planning division for processing under YMC Chapter15.14. The
administrative official shall notify the applicant of the approval or denial of the application, request
additional information, or forward the application to the division for review.
15.13.050Approval.
The administrative official shall issue a Type (1) zoning decision when it has been determined that:
A.The proposed use is a Class (1) permitted use under YMC Chapter15.04;
B.That the proposed development complies with the standards and provisions of this title;
C.That the proposed development complies with other building codes in effect and administered
by the administrative official;
D.That proposed development complies with traffic engineering standards and policies
established by the appropriate jurisdiction to protect the function and satisfactory level of service of
arterial and collector streets; and
E.That any new improvements or expansions of a structure comply with the standards of this title.
15.13.060Denial.
When an application is denied, the administrative official shall state the specific reasons and shall
cite the specific chapters and sections of this title upon which denial is based. The administrative
official may also refer the applicant to the division to determine if relief from such denial is available
through other application.
15.13.070Appeals.
Any decision by the administrative official to deny issuance of a permit for a Class (1) use may be
appealed to the hearing examiner under the provisions of YMC15.1615.16.030.
15.08.030Development 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. All
applications for a development permit under this chapter shall be reviewed for consistency
with the standards of this chapter and other applicable chapters of the Yakima Municipal
Code, according to sign type and other applicable regulations.
1. For New freestanding signsand subdivision identification/use identification signsUses.
All on-premisesfreestandingsigns and subdivision identification/useidentification signs
meeting the standards of thischapter are considered Class (1) uses requireingType
(1)Modificationreviewunder YMC Ch. 15.17if proposed to be located in a parking space
or drive aisle. On-premises signs not meeting the standards shall follow the procedures of
YMC15.08.170, and are otherwise not permitted. Off-premises signs and billboards may
bearepermitted as identified in YMC15.08.130.
2. For Changes or Replacement of an Existing Sign. Structural changes to, or
replacement of, an existing sign requires Type (1) review and approval by the building
official. Changes to the face or copy of a sign, provided such change does not change the
material or appearance of the sign as originally permitted by the city does not require a
Type (1) review, or permit.
15.08.060Sign standards.
The provisions of this chapter and the requirements inTable 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.
Table 8-1. Type and Number of Signs Permitted
ZONING DISTRICTS
SIGN TYPE SRR-1R-2 R-3 B-1 HBB-2 SCC LCC CBDGC AS RDM-1M-2
PERMITTED SIGNS
On-Premises Signs Nameplate Permitted as an Accessory Use to an Approved or Existing Use
Subdivision
Identification/Project
2
Identification
RoofNot PermittedClass (1) Use
Permanent Subdivision/Proj. On-premises signs meeting the standards of this chapter are considered
1
FreestandingI.D. Only Class (1) uses requiring Type (1) review. On-premises signs not meeting
the standards of this chapter shall follow the procedures of
ProjectingNot Permitted
YMC15.08.170, and are otherwise not permitted.
FreewaySee YMC 15.08.150
Off-Premises Signs Not PermittedClass Not Class (2) UseClass (1)
Including Billboards(2) PermittedUse
Use
NUMBER OF SIGNS PERMITTED
On-Premises SignsNameplate1 per Dwelling
Subdivision 1 per Street Frontage1 per Street Frontage
Identification/Use
2
Identification
Permanent
1
Freestanding
ProjectingNot Permitted
Wall SignsSee YMC15.08.100
Table 8-1. Type and Number of Signs Permitted
ZONING DISTRICTS
SIGN TYPE SRR-1R-2 R-3 B-1 HBB-2 SCC LCC CBDGC AS RDM-1M-2
Roof Signs See YMC 15.08.090
FreewayFreeway: See YMC15.08.150
Off-Premises Signs Directional: See YMC 15.08.120(B)
Including Billboards
Not Permitted1 Sign per Parcel (Also See YMC 15.08.130)
TYPE AND NUMBER OF SIGNS PERMITTED THAT ARE BASED ON OTHER CRITERIA
Temporary SignsSee YMC15.08.110
Carried Signs See YMC15.08.115
Digital SignsSee YMC15.08.135
Portable SignsSee YMC15.08.155
NOTES:
1. YMC 15.08.140 has freestanding sign provisions for multiple-building complexes and
multiple-tenant buildings. Sign provisions for temporary freestanding signs are
addressed in YMC 15.08.110. Permanent freestanding signs are limited to subdivision
signs in residential areas.
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
ZONING DISTRICT Freestanding and Projecting Signs
Sign is set back 15 ft. or less Sign is set back more than15 WALL SIGNS FREEWAY SIGNS
from required right-of-way ft. or more from required
right-of-way
SR, R-1, R-2, and R-3Nameplates up to 2 sq. ft. and subdivision/project identification up to 32 sq. ft.NOT PERMITTED
HB and B-1 24 sq. ft. 40 sq. ft.
B-2 40 sq. ft. 60 sq. ft.
SCCFrontage is less 1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
than 400 ft. long of frontage up to 100 sq. ft. lineal ft. of frontage up to 150
sq. ft.
Frontage is more 1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
than 400 ft. longof frontage up to 150 sq. ft.lineal ft. of frontage up to 200
sq. ft.
LCCFrontage is less 1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
than 400 ft. longof frontage up to 150 sq. ft.lineal ft. of frontage up to 200 SIZE OF WALL WHERE PERMITTED:
sq. ft.TO WHICH UP TO 300 SQUARE
ATTACHEDFEET
Frontage is more 1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
than 400 ft. longof frontage up to 200 sq. ft.lineal ft. of frontage up to 250
sq. ft.
CBD1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. of frontage up to 150 sq. ft.
GCFrontage is less 1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
than 400 ft. longof frontage up to 150 sq. ft.lineal ft. of frontage up to 200
sq. ft.
Frontage is more 1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
than 400 ft. long of frontage up to 200 sq. ft. lineal ft. of frontage up to 250
sq. ft.
AS Frontage is less 1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
than 400 ft. long of frontage up to 150 sq. ft. lineal ft. of frontage up to 200
sq. ft.
Frontage is more 1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
than 400 ft. long of frontage up to 200 sq. ft. lineal ft. of frontage up to 250
sq. ft.
RD Frontage is less 1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
than 400 ft. long of frontage up to 150 sq. ft. lineal ft. of frontage up to 200
sq. ft.
Frontage is more 1 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
than 400 ft. long of frontage up to 200 sq. ft. lineal ft. of frontage up to 250
sq. ft.
M-11 sq. ft. of sign area per lineal ft. 1-1/2 sq. ft. of sign area per
of frontage up to 100 sq. ft. lineal ft. of frontage up to 150
M-2
sq. ft.
MAXIMUM AREA PER SIGN = 2 TIMES THE MAXIMUM AREA PER SIGN FACE
MAXIMUM SIGN AREA OF OTHER SIGN TYPES THAT ARE BASED ON OTHER CRITERIA
Temporary SignsSee YMC 15.08.110
Carried SignsSee YMC15.08.115
Digital SignsSee YMC15.08.135
Portable SignsSee YMC15.08.155
Table 8-3. Sign Height and Setbacks
ZONING DISTRICTS
SIGN STANDARDS SR R-1 R-2 R-3 B-1 HB B-2SCC LCC CBD GC ASRD M-1M-2
MAXIMUM SIGN HEIGHT
Permanent Sign is set back 15 feet or less 5 ft.10 ft. 15 ft. 30 ft.30 ft. 30 ft.30 ft.
1
Freestanding from required right-of-way
Sign is set back more than 15 10 ft. 15 ft. 20 ft. 35 ft. 40 ft. 30 ft. 40 ft.
feet from required right-of-
way
2
Projecting Not permitted See YMC 15.08.080
1. Wall1.Top of wall to which attached (YMC 15.08.100)
2.Fascia2.Horizontal and vertical limits of fascia board to which
attached (YMC15.08.105)
Freeway Where permitted: 70 ft.
SETBACKS
Minimum front yard setbacksEdge of right-of-way
Minimum side yard setbacksRequired setback standards for each zoning district (Table 5-1)
SIGN HEIGHT AND SETBACKS FOR SIGNS TYPES THAT ARE BASED ON OTHER CRITERIA
Temporary See YMC 15.08.110
Signs
Carried SignsSee YMC15.08.115
Digital SignsSee YMC 15.08.135
Portable SignsSee YMC 15.08.155
Notes:
1YMC15.08.140has special freestanding sign provisions for multiple-building complexes and multiple-tenant buildings.
Table 8-3. Sign Height and Setbacks
ZONING DISTRICTS
SIGN STANDARDS SR R-1 R-2 R-3 B-1 HB B-2SCC LCC CBD GC ASRD M-1M-2
2 Nameplates and subdivision identification signs permitted in the residential districts may be placed on a wall. (See Table 8-2.)
15.08.140Multiple-building complexes and multiple-tenant buildings.
A.Purpose. The following provisions shall apply to multiple-building complexes and multiple-tenant
buildings in the Commercial and IndustrialSCC, LCC, GC, and RDdistricts. Tenants in such
buildings or complexes may also have their own signs in accordance with the provisions of this
chapter.
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
2.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.