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Initials
Meeting Date
Prepared by
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Council review
6/5/95
ITEM No.
CAS Number: REF 94-072
Original Agenda Date: Apri 1 20, 1994
Agenda Item Title:
PUBLIC HEARING ON INTERIM FAMILY CHILDCARE HOME ORDINANCE
Original Sponsor:
Council XXX Admin.
Timeline:
Sponsor's Summary: Current codes make family home childcare difficult. A hearing will be
held to consider an ordinance establishing interim zoning code regulations to permit
state licensed family childcare as home occupations.
Recommendations:
Sponsor:
Committee:
Administration:
Adopt ordinance
Cost Impact (if known):
Fund Source (if known):
Meeting Date
Action
REFER TO CAS
#94-072 for complete legislative history.
11-21-94
Adopted Ord. #1718
6-5-95
Meeting Date
Attachments
6/5/95
Staff Report
6/5/95
Ordinance
City of Tukwila
John W. Rants, Mayor
Department of Community Development Steve Lancaster, Director
TO: Mayor Rants
FROM: Steve Lancaster, DCD
SUBJ: Extending Interim Zoning for Home Childcare ZONING CODE AMENDMENT
DATE: May 30, 1995
Background
Revisions of State statute, Council's concerns and inquiries by
residents prompted a review of Tukwila's ordinances _affecting
family home childcare. As a result, the City Council approved
Ordinance 1704 in May, 1994. This ordinance includes interim (i.e.
six - month) revisions to the Zoning Code. The-revisions make it
easier to provide licensed family home childcare by amending
Tukwila's Home Occupation definitions to allow family childcare
homes as an accessory use in residential zones.
Through this ordinance, the City leaves the specifics of licensing
in -home childcare to the Washington Department of Social and Health
Services, and limits its concerns to the potential zoning - related
impacts of childcare in the neighborhoods.
In November, 1994, the six -month interim ordinance expired.
Ordinance 1718 extended the interim zoning code regulations in for
another six month period, effective December 7, 1994. Since that
date, the City has received two applications for family childcare
uses.
Recommendation
The extension of interim zoning -code regulations will expire on
June 7, 1995. Permanent provisions for family childcare homes are
part of the the draft Development Regulations, currently under
review.
I believe that allowing family childcare homes as an accessory use
and Home Occupation is still in the best interest of Tukwila's
residents. I recommend, therefore, that the City Council adopt , the
attached ordinance which provides for a six -month renewal of
interim zoning regulations for family childcare homes. --
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Suite #100 • Tukwila, Washington 98188 • (206) 431-3670 • Fax (206) 4313665
L G .. IV GIL AGENDA J YNOPSIS
Initials
Meeting Date
Pre by
Mayor's review
Council review
5/16/94
Timeline: .
Sponsor's Summary: •
Current codes make family home childcare difficult. A hearing
will be held to consider tan ordinance establishing.. interim. zoning
• • code regulations to permit state licensed family childcare as home
U .z.upd Lions .
Recommendations:
Sponsor:
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Administration: on same night)
Cost Impact (if known): •
Fund Source (if known): •
Conclusions •
Memo from R. Beeler dated 11/8/94
11/14/94
11/14/94
Ordinance •
11/21/94
Memos from R. Beeler dated 11/8/94 and 11/16/94
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CAS Number :REF94 -072
Original Agenda Date: April 20, 1994 •
Agenda Item. Title: . -
Public Hearing on Interim Family Childcare Home Ordinance
Original Sponsor: Council Admin.
xxx •
Timeline: .
Sponsor's Summary: •
Current codes make family home childcare difficult. A hearing
will be held to consider tan ordinance establishing.. interim. zoning
• • code regulations to permit state licensed family childcare as home
U .z.upd Lions .
Recommendations:
Sponsor:
Committee:(C.O.W.- -hold public hearing and adopt amended ordinance
Administration: on same night)
Cost Impact (if known): •
Fund Source (if known): •
Meeting Date
4/25/94
Action
C.O.W. :- initial discussion; schedule public hearing for
5/16/94
5/16/94
Rearing held; nrdinanra ar]npi-arl
141A/94
11/14/94
Adopted Resolution #1300
Public :hearing held, forwarded to next Regular Council for approval
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Meeting Date
Attachments
5/16/94
Memo Jr • Mayor Rants •
Interim Family Childcare Ordinance Attachment A
7/18/94
Memo from Mayor Rants; Resolution Approving Findings &
Conclusions •
Memo from R. Beeler dated 11/8/94
11/14/94
11/14/94
Ordinance •
11/21/94
Memos from R. Beeler dated 11/8/94 and 11/16/94
11/21/94
Ordinance
Twfto.W.f,WkWials
Mayor's review
Council review
5/16/94
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ITEM NO.
ITEM IHPORMATON
CAS Number:REF94-072 Original Agenda Date: April 20, 1994 .
Agenda Item Title:
Public Hearing on Interim Family Childcare Home Ordinance
Original Sponsor: Council Admft
xxx
Timeline: •
Sponsor's Summary:
Current codes make family home childcare difficult. A hearing
will be held to consider an ordinance establishing_interim,zoning
code regulations to permit state licensed family childcare as home
ueuuaLios.
Recommendaions: • p n
Sponsor:
Committee: (C.O.W.--hold public hearing and adopt amended ordinance
Administration: on same night)
Cost Impact (if known):
Fund Source (if known):
Meeting Date
4/25/94
Action
C.O.W.--initial discussion; schedule public hearing for
5/16/94
5/16/94
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Meeting Date
Attachments
5/16/94
Memo to Mayor Rants ,
Interim Family Childcare Ordinance Attachment A
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City of Tukwila la John W. Rants, Mayor
Department of Community Development Steve Lancaster, Director
TO: Mayor Rants
FROM: Steve Lancaster, DCD
SUBJ: Extending Interim Zoning for Home Childcare
DATE: May 30, 1995
Background
Revisions of State statute, Council's concerns and inquiries by
residents prompted a review of Tukwila's ordinances affecting
family home childcare. As a result, the City Council approved
Ordinance 1704 in May, 1994. This ordinance includes interim (i.e.
six - month) revisions to the Zoning Code. The revisions make it
easier to provide licensed family home childcare by amending
Tukwila's Home Occupation definitions to allow family childcare
homes as an accessory use in residential zones.
Through this ordinance, the City leaves the specifics of licensing
in -home childcare to the Washington Department of Social and Health
Services, and limits its concerns to the potential zoning - related
impacts of childcare in the neighborhoods.
In November, 1994, the six -month interim ordinance expired.
Ordinance 1718 extended the interim zoning code regulations in for
another six month period, effective December 7, 1994. Since that
date, the City has received two applications for family childcare
uses.
Recommendation
The extension of interim zoning -code regulations will expire on
June 7, 1995. Permanent provisions for family childcare homes are
part of the the draft Development Regulations, currently under.
review.
I believe that allowing family childcare homes as an accessory use
and Home Occupation is still in the best interest of Tukwila's
residents. I recommend, therefore, that the City Council adopt the
attached ordinance which provides for a six - month renewal of
interim zoning regulations for family childcare homes.
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Suite #100 • Tukwila, Washington 98188 • (206) 431-3670 • Fax (206) 431.3665
City of Tukwila
John W Rants, Mayor
Department of Community Development Steve Lancaster, Director
TO: Mayor Rants
FROM: Rick Beeler, DCD
SUBJ: Extending Interim Zoning for Home Childcare
DATE: November 8, 1994
Background
Revisions of State statute, Council's concerns and inquiries by
residents prompted a review of Tukwila's ordinances affecting
family home childcare. As a result, the City Council approved
Ordinance 1704 in May, 1994. This ordinance includes interim (i.e.
six - month) revisions to the Zoning Code. The revisions make it
easier to provide licensed family home childcare by amending
Tukwila's Home Occupation definitions to allow family childcare
homes as an accessory use in residential zones.
Through this ordinance, the City leaves the specifics of licensing
in -home childcare to the Washington Department of Social and Health
Services, and limits its concerns to the potential zoning- related
impacts of childcare in the neighborhoods. The City has received
no applications for family childcare uses since this ordinance
became effective in May, 1994
Recommendation
The interim zoning -code regulations expire on November 25, 1994.
Study of permanent provisions for family childcare homes will be
part of the workplan for the draft Zoning Code, due to be prepared
in 1995.
I believe that allowing family childcare homes as an accessory use
and Home Occupation is still in the best interest of Tukwila's
residents. I recommend, therefore, that the City Council adopt the
attached ordinance which provides for a six -month renewal of
interim zoning regulations for family childcare homes.
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Suite #100 • Tukwila, Washington 98188 • (206) 431-3670 • Fax (206) 4313665
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, EXTENDING INTERIM ZONING CODE REGULATIONS FOR STATE
LICENSED FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES.
WHEREAS, by Ordinance 1704, the City Council recognized the need
for regulated childcare by amending TMC Sections 18.06.273 and
18.06.360 to allow licensing of Family Childcare Homes as a Home
Occupation, and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on May 16, 1994, and Ordinance
1704 became effective on a six -month interim basis on May 25, 1994
pursuant to RCW 35A.63.220,
WHEREAS, and findings of fact were passed by Resolution #1300 on
July 18, 1994, and
WHEREAS, the six -month interim period expires on November 25, 1994,
and
WHEREAS, allowing the licensing of Family Childcare Homes as a Home
Occupation is still found to be in the best interest of Tukwila's
residents;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA HEREBY
ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Findings of Fact. The City Council makes and enters the
following findings in support of the interim zoning controls:
A) In March, 1994 the Washington Legislature amended state law to
prevent cities from enacting or enforcing regulations or policies
which prohibit use of a residential dwelling as a family home
daycare facility in a residential or commercial zone.
B) The Legislature addressed potential concerns resulting from an
increased supply of home -based childcare by allowing cities to: 1)
require family home daycare to comply with its existing codes; 2)
limit family home daycare operating hours to help neighborhood
compatibility; and 3) require daycare operators to notify adjacent
property owners of their intent to provide the service.
C) City staff determined that neighboring cities' requirements for
family home daycare are less restrictive than in Tukwila, and that
those cities receive few complaints about family childcare homes.
D) RCW 35A.63.220 permits the renewal of interim zoning regulations
for one or more six -month periods.
E) Permanent provisions for family childcare homes will be part of
the workplan for the draft Zoning Code, due to be prepared in 1995.
Section 2. Interim Controls Extended. The interim regulations
established on May 25, 1994 are hereby' extended for a period of six
months from the effective date of this ordinance.
Section 2. Severability. If any section, sentence etc. etc.
Section 3. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be etc. etc.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL etc. etc.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED etc. etc
(5)
CODE INTERPRETATION FORM
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CODE INTERPRETED:
Zoning
SECTION NO.: 18.06.360(3)
Home Occupation
Date Interpretation Made: October 21, 1983
Interpretation:
Home occupation traffic "nuisance" consists of customer vehicular
traffic coming to the residence of the home occupation, and not the
person conducting the home occupation going from the residence to
the customers.
Why was this interpretation developed?
Linda Schwindt applied for a business license for a hair - styling
home occupation in her single family zoned residence. Substantial
home improvements had already been made by her to the home in
preparation for this work.
What is the justification of the interpretation?
City policy consistently has been to view traffic coming into
single family zones as a "nuisance" if that traffic is other than
what is generated by the residents of the singly family homes.
Acceptable and reasonably expected to be normal is the traffic each
homeowner and family causes. Unacceptable and a nuisance is
customer traffic coming to a residence to receive a service
performed by someone working in their home.
Signature of Interpreter: Rick Beeler Date: November 1983
Approved By: Date:
This interpretation has been appealed and upheld twice by the Board
of Adjustment (File Nos.: L92 -0086, 4218 S 142 St and 83-22-111,
14102 56th Av S)
City of Tukwila
Washington
Ordinance No. / 9/ g
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, EXTENDING THE
INTERIM ZONING CODE REGULATIONS FOR STATE
LICENSED FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES, PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY, AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, by Ordinance 1704, the City Council recognized the need for
regulated childcare by amending TMC Sections 18.06.273 and 18.06.360 to allow
licensing of Family Childcare Homes as a Home Occupation; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on May 16, 1994, and Ordinance 1704
became effective on a six -month interim basis on May 25, 1994 pursuant to RCW
35A.63.220; and
WHEREAS, findings of fact were passed by Resolution 1300 on July 18, 1994; and
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a public hearing on November 14, 1994
regarding extension of these interim regulations; and
WHEREAS, the six -month interim period expires on November 25, 1994; and
WHEREAS, allowing the licensing of Family Childcare Homes as a Home
Occupation is still found to be in the best interest of Tukwila's residents;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Findings of Fact. The City Council makes and enters the following
findings in support of the interim zoning controls:
a) In March 1994, the Washington State Legislature amended state law to
prevent cities from enacting or enforcing regulations or policies which prohibit use
of a residential dwelling as a family home daycare facility in a residential or
commercial zone.
b) City staff surveyed neighboring cities' requirements.for family home daycare
and determined that they are less restrictive than in Tukwila, and that those cities
receive few complaints about family childcare homes.
c) Information from the National League of Cities and the American Planning
Association shows that the presence of family home daycare in residential areas
has minimal impact on traffic, and does not pose a serious noise problem.
d) RCW 35A.63.220 permits the renewal of interim zoning regulations for one or
more six -month periods.
e) Permanent provisions for family childcare homes will be part of the workplan
for the draft Zoning Code, due to be prepared in 1995.
CITY OF TUKWILA I
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. I l/
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, EXTENDING THE INTERIM ZONING CODE
REGULATIONS FOR STATE LICENSED FAMILY CHILD CARE
HOMES, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
On / //a2/ /f/ , the City Council of the City of Tukwila passed Ordinance
No. 17 ir , extending interim zoning code regulations to permit state - licensed child
care homes to operate as home occupations in the City; providing for severability and
establishing an effective date.
The full text of this ordinance will be mailed without charge to anyone who submits a
written request to the City Clerk of the City of Tukwila for a copy of the text.
APPROVED by the City Council at its meeting o `Ti-4' o0; /%l`
reiY-. Jane E. C , City Clerk
Published Seattle Times: Friday, December 2, 1994
Section 2. Interim Controls Extended. The interim regulations established by
Ordinance 1704 on May 25, 1994 are hereby extended for a period of six months from
the effective date of this ordinance.
Section 3. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance
should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction,
such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of
any other section, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance.
Section 4. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published
in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five (5)
days after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY 0 KWILA, WASHINGTON,
at a Regular Meeting thereof this 2/ St day of
1994.
oiL
W. Rants, Mayor
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
e E. Cantu, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
B
Office of the City Attorney
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: //-
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: //- 9 9
PUBLISHED: /42 • --9
EFFECTIVE DATE: /../ 7 9 y
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ORDINANCE NO.: / 7/8
City of Tukwila
Washington
Resolution No. /�
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, APPROVING FINDINGS
FOR INTERIM ZONING CODE REGULATIONS FOR
STATE LICENSED FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES.
WHEREAS, by Ordinance 1704, the City Council recognized the need for
regulated childcare by amending TMC Sections 18.06.273 and 18.06.360 to allow
licensing of Family Childcare Homes as a Home Occupation, and
WHEREAS, Ordinance 1704 was adopted on a six -month interim basis, and
findings of fact are required pursuant to RCW 35A.63.220;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Findings of Fact. The City Council hereby makes and enters the
following findings in support of the interim zoning controls established by Ordinance
1704:
Findings:
1) In recent months, several Tukwila residents have inquired about offering
family home daycare.
2) Tukwila's zoning code considers family home daycare as "Home
occupations." The City interprets narrowly the conditions for home occupations, and
prohibits employees and customers from coming to the property.
3) Family home daycare . operators who wish to do business in Tukwila
residential zones must obtain a conditional use permit.
4) In March 1994, the Washington Legislature amended state law to prevent
cities from enacting or enforcing regulations or policies which prohibit use of a
residential dwelling as a family home daycare facility in a residential or commercial
zone.
5) The Legislature addressed potential concerns resulting from an increased
supply of home -based childcare by allowing cities to: 1) require family home daycare
to comply with its existing codes; 2) limit family home daycare operating hours to help
neighborhood compatibility; and 3) require daycare operators to notify adjacent
property owners of their intent to provide the service.
6) City staff checked with staff from Seattle, Renton, Federal Way, Kent,
Olympia and SeaTac and determined that requirements for family home daycare are
less restrictive in those cities than in Tukwila.
7) Each city contacted indicated that they receive few complaints about family
childcare homes.
8) Information from the National League of Cities and the American Planning
Association shows that the presence of family home daycare in residential areas has
minimal impact on traffic, and does not pose a serious noise problem.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
at a Regular Meeting thereof this Is m day of
1994.
ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
e E. Cantu, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Office of the City Attorney
Filed with the City Clerk: 7- / fr
Passed by the City Council: 7--/ f— 7/
Resolution Number / 00-0
KWILA, WASHINGTON,
Steve Mullet, Council President
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City of Tukwil
r
Washington
Ordinance No. '1 7 D
.1dJN 0 6 1994
CJUIbri'iilUNI I ��
ELOPiVIENT
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING INTERIM
ZONING CODE REGULATIONS TO PERMIT STATE
LICENSED FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES TO OPERATE
AS HOME OCCUPATIONS IN THE CITY OF TUKWILA;
AMENDING TMC 18.06; AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, affordable, good quality, and licensed child day -care within the City of
Tukwila is critical to the well -being of families in the City, and
WHEREAS, there is currently a shortage of licensed child care in the City and the
region, and
WHEREAS, in recognizing the need for regulated child care the City Council wishes to
facilitate the establishment of legal child care homes until such time as the Tukwila Municipal
Code allows family child care homes as an accessory use in residential zones;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. TMC Chapter 18.06 is hereby amended to add a new Section 18.06.273 to read as
follows:
18.06.273 Family Child Care Home.
"Family Child Care Home" means a facility, licensed by the state, in the family residence
of the licensee providing regularly scheduled care by the licensee and /or assistant(s) for twelve
or fewer children, including children who reside at the home, within a birth through eleven -
years -of- -age range. The children and assistant may come to the property regularly. An off -
street parking place shall be made available for any non - resident employee.
Section 2. TMC Section 18.06.360 Home Occupation is hereby amended to read as follows:
"Home Occupation" means an occupation or profession which is customarily incident to
or carried on in a dwelling place, and not one in which the use of the premises as a dwelling
place is largely incidental to the occupation carried on by a member of the family residing
Within the dwelling place; provided, that:
(1) • There shall be no change in the outside appearance of the surrounding residential
development;
'(2) No home occupation shall be conducted in any accessory building;
(3) Traffic generated by such home occupations shall not create a nuisance;
(4) No equipment or process shall be used in such home occupation which creates
noise, vibration, glare, fumes; odor, or electrical interference detectable to the normal senses off
the lot; and
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(5) Family Child Care Homes may employ assistants, and provide care for a total of
• 12 children, including those residing at the home. Children and employees may come to
.,rproperty regularly. An off - street parking space shall be made available for any non - resident
;:nployee. .
Section 3. Interim Controls
This ordinance is adopted as an interim zoning control pursuant to RCW 35A.63.220,
and shall be effective for a period of six months from the effective date of this ordinance, unless
modified or renewed subsequent to a public hearing and entry of findings of fact.
The Council shall hold a public hearing and enter findings of fact on these interim
zoning controls within 60 days.
Section 4. Severability
If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance should be held to be invalid or
unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall
not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance.
Section 5. Effective Date
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after its passage and
publication by posting as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUN OF THE C'
ITX OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this /6 � day of ,1994.
w�
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
E. Cantu, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
B Y . '' 6. • Office of the City Attorney rir-4
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: - /77 9 S%
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: / (• 9 T
PUBLISHED: S"-- cz - y$1
EFFECTIVE DATE: S _ - Z S-' /rjl'
ORDINANCE NO.: / 7 p �!
n W. Rants, Mayor
TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
APRIL 25, 1994 Tukwila Cify Hall
7:00 p.m. Council Chambers
SPECIAL MEETING
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Rants called the Special Meeting of the Tukwila City Council to order
and lead the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COUNCILMEMBERS STEVE MULLET, Council President; JOE DUFFIE, JOAN HERNANDEZ,
PRESENT DENNIS ROBERTSON, ALLAN EKBERG, JOYCE CRAFT, DOROTHY
DE RODAS.
CITIZEN'S COMMENTS None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Fosterview (PRD) Quasijudicial: Discussion limited to clarification of the conditions of approval
of the Fosterview Estates planned residential development (PRD), review of
elevations and off -site perspectives for downslope and side yard buffers, and
how the project meets design review criteria per TMC 18.60.050,. continued
from April 4, 1994.
Request for Street Vacation of
portions of Maule Avenue
NEW BUSINESS
Code amendment for family
childcare homes
The Council concluded discussion of the conditions and agreed that a public
hearing on Final Plat will be held at a later date.
A verbatim transcript of the Quasijudicial Public Hearing was distributed to
Council and other pertinent persons on Friday, April 29, 1994.
Quasijudicial: Request for vacations of portions of Maule Avenue between S.
141st Pl. and S. 141st St., S. 141st St. between Interurban and Maule Avenue,
and for S. 141st Place between Interurban and the left bank of the Duwamish
River.
It was the consensus of the Council to approve the request for vacations and
authorize Mayor to sign agreement; and prepare ordinances in final form for
approval at next week's Regular Council meeting.
Verbatim transcript distributed to Council on April 25, 1994 and other
pertinent persons.
Jack Pace, Senior Planner, DCD, explained that according to the Tukwila
Zoning Code, family childcare homes are considered home occupations. The
City interprets these home occupation conditions narrowly, and prohibits
employees and customers from coming to the property. Thus, family childcare
home operators who wish to do business in Tukwila residential zones must •
Special Meeting
April 25, 1994
Page 2
Code amendment for family
childcare homes (Cont'd)
REPORTS
obtain a conditional use permit. While family childcare homes are not
prohibited from operating in Tukwila, the City's strict home occupation
requirements to prohibit "permitted outright" status for such uses, and the
conditional use process is a substantial barrier to family childcare homes. •
Pace stated that a check with Seattle, Renton, Federal Way, Kent, Olympia
and SeaTac revealed that their requirements are all less restrictive than
Tukwila's. Seattle, Olympia and SeaTac allow family child care homes with
up to twelve children in all residential zones. A business license is required,
however.
Pace said Tukwila could allow family childcare homes which do not employ
and assistant (thereby permitting from six to ten children in care at a home,
depending on specific.DSHS licensing requirements). Additionally, Tukwila
could allow family childcare homes with six or fewer children outright, but
require those with seven or more to obtain an Administrative Conditional Use
Permit.
In summary, Pace said staff is recommending that the Council review
attachment "C" of the proposal and if there is .Council consensus a public
hearing should be scheduled and the material submitted tonight be prepared in
final ordinance format.
After a brief discussion and minor amendments to the ordinance, the Council
agreed to schedule a public hearing for May 16 and adopt amended ordinance
the same night. The amendments are as follows:
In Section 2, # (1), delete the words "building or premises" and add,
following the word "the," -- "surrounding residential development."
In same Section, # (5), 1st line following the word "employ," delete the words
"up to two."
• Mayor Rants presented the 1994 First Quarter Activity Report and commented
that January thru March was marked by several land use matters that
challenged both the Council and the Administration with their complexity. He
explained how pleased he was to confirm that revenues are running stronger
than projected to date, and that we were able to carryover more cash than
originally anticipated. He stated that the Council should be aware that these.
accomplishments are not inclusive of everything we have undertaken. Staff
continues to feel the pressures of an increasingly heavy work load, particularly •
in Public Works and Planning.. In spite of the many competing demands on •
their time, staff continues to put out a quality product. The Mayor said he will
soon be providing the Council with specific recommendations to remedy some
. of the stress in these areas.
The Council was impressed with the Activity Report and requested the Mayor
keep the same format for future reporting. It makes reviewing much easier.
Special Meeting
April 25, 1994
Page 3
Reports .(Con't)
The Mayor read portions of a copy of a letter sent to Bruce Lang by Greg
Nickels. Nickels stated in the letter their support for a transit line that would
follow the Duwamish Corridor thru Tukwila CBD to SeaTac "It's the
Coalition's goal to pursue environmental cleanup. Improved transit service .
will be a critical element in a plan to revitalize this area that is so vital to our
regional economy. I believe that as members of the RTA Board, we should
insure that a Duwamish route and a Southcenter station option are thoroughly
evaluated and benefit from our support " The Mayor commented that it
appears we are united in our efforts at this point.
The Mayor reported that he had gone to Bellevue recently to review the
completed tape of the Pond Project. A copy of the tape will be provided him
as soon as possible. He is hopeful he will have it in time to share with Council
at the next COW. The tape is 7 minutes and 20 seconds long.
Councilmember Hernandez reported that the recent Community Affairs and
Parks Committee discussion focused on Youth Centers and various other
avenues that could be explored to aid in keeping teens off the street at night.
She said through the efforts of Karen Wright, the City will acquire eight (8)
VISTA Volunteers to assist in this effort.
Councilmember Robertson commented that not only does he supports the idea
of a teens program, but suggested a presentation be given by Karen Wright at
the beginning of the next COW meeting as to the purpose and plans of the
program.
The Mayor recommended that the $24,000 confiscated as a result of drug -
busts be earmarked for teen activities.
Responding to Tukwila citizens, Duffle and Robertson recommended a stop
sign be place at the intersection of 52nd and 149th. It is hoped this will slow
down the speeding motorists in the area. The Council agreed to forward this
issue to the Transportation Committee for discussion.
ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY DUFFLE SECONDED BY CRAFT, TO ADJOURN
• 10:30 p.m THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED
Celia Square, De
TO: Mayor Rants
FROM: Rick Beeler, DCD
SUBJ: Interim Family Childcare Ordinance
DATE: April 17, 1994
Background
Recent revisions of State statute, Council's concerns, and recent
inquiries by residents have prompted this review of Tukwila's
ordinances affecting family home childcare.
Recognizing the shortage of licensed childcare, the Legislature
ammended the RCW in March, 1994 to prevent cities from enacting or
enforcing regulations or policies which prohibit use of a
residential dwelling as a family childcare home facility in a
residential or commercial zone. (Attachment A)
Tukwila's current code considers family childcare homes "home
occupations." The City interprets these home occupation conditions
narrowly, and prohibits employees and customers from coming to the
property. Thus, family childcare home operators who wish to do
business in Tukwila residential zones must obtain a conditional use
permit. While family childcare homes are not prohibited from
operating in Tukwila, the City's strict home occupation
requirements do prohibit "permitted outright" status for such uses,
and the conditional use process is a substantial barrier to family
childcare homes.
To serve its goal of increasing the supply-of home -based childcare,
the Legislature addressed potential concerns of neighbors and
property owners by allowing cities to: 1) require family childcare
to comply with its existing codes; 2) limit childcare operating
hours to help neighborhood compatibility; and 3) require childcare
operators to notify adjacent property owners of their intent to
.provide the service.
The preceding provisions give Tukwila some flexibility in revising
its current requirements for family childcare homes. The City
should leave the specifics of licensing in -home childcare to the
Department of Social and Health Services, and limit its concerns to
the potential zoning - related impacts of childcare in neighborhoods.
Surrounding Cities' Standards
In addition to providing more childcare, a primary concern is to
preserve the residential character of the community and minimize
noise and traffic. The number of children allowed in a family
childcare home is the primary variable affecting the amount of
noise and traffic generated.
Checks with Seattle, Renton, Federal Way, Kent, Olympia and SeaTac,
reveal that their requirements are all less restrictive than
Tukwila's. Seattle, Olympia and SeaTac allow family child care
homes with up to twelve children by right in all residential zones.
A business license is required.
Federal Way has a two -tier home occupation standard, and requires
home childcare providers to complete an in -home Childcare Land Use
Approval Application, and neighbor notification.
Renton permits childcare homes with up to six children outright as
an accessory use in virtually all residential zones. Childcare
homes with seven to twelve children require an "administrative
conditional use" (i.e. staff decision with neighbor notification
but without a hearing) to locate in many residential zones.
Kent allows places a maximum of seven children allowed in childcare
homes. Seven corresponds to the number of unrelated persons who
may share a single - family home in Kent.
Despite concerns over possible impacts, each city contacted
indicated that they received few complaints about family childcare
homes. This is consistent with information from the National
League of Cities and the American Planning Association which shows
that the presence of family childcare homes in residential areas
has minimal impact on traffic, and does not pose a serious noise
problem.
Alternatives
1) Allow family childcare homes with
accessory use in all residential zones,
Tukwila zoning, building and other code
the home holds a valid license from the
up to 12 children as an
as long as all pertinent
requirements are met, and
State of Washington DSHS.
2) Allow family childcare homes with fewer than twelve children
with an Administrative Conditional Use Permit Application and
notification of all adjacent property owners /tenants in writing of
their intent to do business.
Other options could fall in between those spelled out above. For
example, Tukwila could allow family childcare homes which do not
employ an assistant (thereby permitting from six to ten children in
care in a home, depending on specific DSHS licensing requirements).
Alternatively, Tukwila could allow family childcare homes with six
or fewer children outright, but require those with seven or more
to obtain an Administrative Conditional Use Permit.
Recommendation
Since other cities with less restrictive regulations have received
.
few complaints concerning family childcare homes, staff recommends
Alternative 1 as it will be the simplest to implement. Allowing
home childcare as "accesory uses" outright will encourage the
establishment of State - licensed family childcare homes, and
increase the quantity of childcare available to the community.
To accomplish this, staff has provided a definition of "Family
Childcare Home" for use in the definitions to Chapter 18 of the
Tukwila Municipal Code and including it in the "Accessory Use"
section of all residential zones (Attachment B).
If Alternative 1 is selected, Staff further recommends use of a
childcare licencing form (Attachment C) and map to let the City
keep a record of licensed family childcare homes operating in
Tukwila. This information could be used by Tukwila Human
Resources staff to provide childcare referrals to residents, and
would allow City staff to monitor the location of family childcare
homes in case their concentration /dispersion becomes an issue at a
later date.
Staff believes that the Home Occupation section of the Zoning Code
should be reconsidered when an overall code revision is prepared
following adoption of Comprehensive Plan.
In conclusion, Staff recommends that records be kept of complaints
received regarding childcare homes for consideration when the
permanent zoning ordinance is prepared. The burden should rest on
the objectors to show detrimental impacts, leading to specific
findings before requirements are modified.
the intent to. locate and maintain sucn a :ac;._i:4 .
between neighbors __and he family day -care ! r '! si •
3 requirements, the licensor may provide a forum to rdsolve the dispute.
4 Nothing in this section shall be construed to pro -ib'i -rem.___._
5 imposing zoning conditions on the establishment and maintenance of a
6 family day -care provider's home in an area zoned for residential or
7 commercial use, so long as such conditions are no more restrictive than
8 conditions imposed on other residential dwellings in the same zone and
9 the establishment of such facilities is not precluded. As used in this
10 section, "family day -care provider" is as defined in RCW 74.15.020.
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12
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14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
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25 area; (4)
26 regulations; and .(5) limit
27 neighborhood compatibility,
28 opportunity for persons who
29 nonstandard work shift.
NEW SECTION. Sec. 17. A new section is added to chapter 36.70A
RCW to read as follows:
No city that plans or elects to plan under this chapter may enact,
enforce, or maintain an ordinance, development regulation, zoning
regulation, or official control, policy, or administrative practice
which prohibits the use of a residential dwelling, located in an area
zoned for residential or commercial use, as a family day -care
provider's home facility.
A city may require that the facility: (1) Comply with all
building, fire, safety, health code, and business licensing
requirements; (2) conform to lot size, building size, setbacks, and lot
coverage standards applicable to the zoning district except if the
structure is a legal nonconforming. structure; (3) is certified by the
state department of licensing as providing a safe passenger loading
include signag'e., if any, that conforms
hours
while
of operations
to
t. o
also providing
use family day -care and
applicable
facilitate
appropriate
who work a
30+ A city may also require that the family day -care provider, before.
31 state licensing, require proof of written'notification by the provider
32 I that the immediately adjoining property owners have been informed of
33 the intent to locate and maintain such a facility. If a dispute arises
34 between neighbors and the family day -care provider over licensing
35 requirements, the licensor may provide a forum to resolve the dispute.
36 Nothing 'in this section shall be construed to prohibit a city that
37 plans or elects to plan under this chapter from imposing zoning
38 conditions on the establishment and maintenance of a family day -care
ESE 6025.PL p. 12,
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At fACHMENT B
DEFINITIONS FOR FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES
18.06.273 Family childcare home.
"Family Childcare Home" means a facility, licensed by the
state, in the family residence of the licensee providing regularly
scheduled care by the licensee and /or an assistant for twelve or
fewer children, including children who reside at the home, within
a birth through eleven- years -of -age range. The children and
assistant may come to the property regularly. An off - street parking
place shall be provided for any non - resident employee.
Amend Paragraph 18.06.360 Home Occupation to read as follows:
(4)......off the lot; and
(5) Family Childcare Homes may employ up to two assistants, and
provide care for a total of up to 12 children, including those .
residing at the home. Children and employees may come to the
property regularly. An off - street parking space shall be provided
for any employee non - resident employee.
Amend R -1 DISTRICT -- SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENCE Chapter 18.12, section
18.12.040 to read as follows:
(3) Home occupations, including Family Childcare Homes as defined
in Chapter 18.06.273;
A "i TACHMENT C
CHILD CARE HOME REGISTRATION
CITY OF TUKWILA
Last Name, First Name, Middle Name:
Maiden Name (If applicable):
Birthdate (mo- day - year):
Social Security Number:
Home Address (number, street, city, zip code):
Employee: Yes No:
Telephone Number (home):
Telephone Number (child care):
Number of Children
Permitted in Childcare:
Ages of Children
Permitted in Childcare:
LICENSING RECORD
Washington State Department of Revenue Number:
State DSHS License Number:
Year Issued:
City of Tukwila Business License Number:
Tax Parcel Number:
Zoning District:
Number of Stories:
Basement? YES NO
Number of Exits to Exterior:
Portable Fire Extinguisher: YES NO
Smoke Detector(s):
Installed:
Operational:
Floor Are of the Home
(square feet):
Amount of Floor Area to be Used
for child care (square feet):
Size of Outdoor Play Area
(square feet ):
Outdoor Play Area Fenced:
YES NO
Required Parking Spaced
(off - street):
Off - Street drop- off/pick -up Area:
YES NO
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NEAREST SCHOOLS
Elementary:
Middle:
High:
NEAREST PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Type:
Location:
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ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST*
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: FA. w1 1. CA/ Id Cee_
2. Name of applicant: 7tt} ulr la CA'ky COHncI
3. Address 'and phone number of applicant and contact person: ,
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4. Date checklist prepared: Marti) ) 19gy
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5. Agency requesting Checklist: City of Tukwila
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): 4 el rt
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?3�r ancht. ?pNihq [_.ocie Change the nfr n,r»4 ,l 77rrC -eSS.
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity
related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.
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1 lvi. 14S 2.011643 cook as SDoh as �1rct fo'C.R FOSS1il�.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will
be prepared, directly related to this proposal. API
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other
proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes,
explain. Se venal Provi'dlcrs 116Wc Contr f d ltut c-i Odlokt wan!-i'ri5 • . lam: G l ,.. . P-( M1 x [• L' G4 1 d
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10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal.
UsiHess is nse (it- arrd,
11. Give brief, 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. Section E requires a complete
description of the objectives and alternatives of your proposal and should not be
summarized here.
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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 any plans required by the agency, you are not
required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applica-
tions related to this checklist.
13. Does the proposal lie within an area designated on the City's Comprehensive Land
Use Policy Plan Map as environmentally sensitive?
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. .Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat,
rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other
AVirt
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate
percent slope)?
c. What general types of soils are found on the site
(for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If
you know the classification of agricultural soils,
specify them and note any prime farmland. DA//4
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable
soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quanti-
ties of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate
source of fill.
TWA'
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing,
construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
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g.
About what percent of the site will be covered with
impervious surfaces after project construction (for
example, asphalt or buildings)?
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h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or
other impacts to the earth, if any:
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2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from
the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile odors,
industrial wood smoke) during construction and when
the project is completed? If any, generally
describe and give approximate quantities if known.
DNA
b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor
that may affect your proposal ?- If so, generally
describe. 'DNA
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or
other impacts to air, if any: 'DNA
3. Water
a. Surface:
1) Is there any surface water body on or in the
immediate vicinity of the site (including year-
round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes,
ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and
provide names. If appropriate, state what
stream or river it flows into. purr
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or
adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described
waters? If yes, please describe and attach
available plans. 1)N A
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material
that would be placed in or removed from surface
water or wetlands and indicate the area of the
site that would" be affected. Indicate- the
source of fill material. ZEN A
4) Will the proposal require surface water .
withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quan-
tities, if known. 'DNA'
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year
floodplain? If so, note location on the site
plan. "DNA
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of
waste materials to surface waters? If so,
describe the type of waste and anticipated
volume of discharge. 'DNA
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b. Ground:
1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be
discharged. to ground water? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quan-
tities, if known. 'DNA
2) Describe waste materials that will be discharged
into the ground from septic tanks or other.sour-
ces, if any (for example: Domestic sewage;
industrial, containing the following
chemicals...; agricultural; etc.) Describe the
general size of the system, the number of such
systems, the number of houses to be served (if
applicable), or the number.of animals or humans
the system(s) are expected to serve. ON A
c. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm
water).and method of collection and disposal, if
any (include quantities, if known). Where will
this water flow? Will this water flow into
other waters? If so, describe. 'DMA
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2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface
waters? If so, generally describe. 1)/VA
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface,
ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: 1)1/A-
4. Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the
site: 'pW P
deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
shrubs
grass
pasture
• crop or grain
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush,
skunk cabbage, other
water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed
or altered? 'DNA
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on
or near the site. 'DWI
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d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other
measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the
site, if any: D N/k
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds and animals which have been
observed on or near the site or are known to be on
or near the site:
birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other:
mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish,
other:
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to
be on or near the site. 1'w ft
c. Is the . site part of a migration route? If so;
explain. 'DNA
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife,
if any: DNA
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6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil,
wood stove, solor) will be used to meet the
completed project's energy needs? Describe whether
it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc.
-pNA
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar
.energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally
describe. DM A
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are
included in the plans of this proposal? List other
proposed measures to reduce or control energy
impacts, if any: -owl
7. Environmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards,
including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire
and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could
occur as a result of this proposal? If so,
describe. �N�}
1) Describe special emergency services that might
be required. T2 N F
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environ-
mental health hazards, if any: 17 N fi
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b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may
affect your project (for example: traffic,
equipment, operation, other)? 1)NA
2) What types and levels of noise would be created
by or associated with the project on a short -
term or a long -term basis (for example: traf-
fic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate
what hours noise would come from the site. VAJ4-
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise
impacts, if any: D N A
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent
properties? DNA •
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so,
describe. DA/A
c. Describe any structures on the site. DNA
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d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
e. What is the current zoning classification of the
site? DNA
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation
of the site? 'jYV/
g.
If applicable, what is the current shoreline master
program designation of the site? PA/ti
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an
"environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify.
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i. Approximately ,how many people would reside or work
in the completed project? IDN09
j. Approximately how many people would the completed
project displace? p N ft
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement
impacts, if any: PA/A.
1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is com-
patible with existing and projected land uses and
plans, if any: DN
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9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if
any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low- income
housing? DNA
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eli-
minated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low -
income housing. VA/A'
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing
impacts, if any: 'Dry/'
10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed
structure(s), not including antennas; what is the
principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
DATA
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be
altered or obstructed? -pN/r'
c. Proposed. measures to reduce or control aesthetic
impacts, if any: PHA-
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11. Light and Glare
'a. What type of light or glare will the proposal
produce? What time of day would it mainly occur?
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a
safety hazard or interfere with views?
VN IR
c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may
affect your proposal? 'DNA
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and
glare impacts, if any: DNA
12. Recreation
a. What designed and informal recreational, oppor-
tunities are in the immediate vicinity? D /A
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing
recreational uses? If so, describe. DNA
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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on
recreation, including recreation opportunities to be
provided by the project or applicant, if any: TJV i
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13. Historic and Cultural Preservation
a.' Are there any places or objects listed on, or pro-
posed for, national, state, or local preservation
registers known to be on or next to the site? If
so, generally describe. DNA.
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of
historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural
importance known to be on or next to the site. DNR
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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if
any: 1)/VA
14. Transportation
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the
site, and describe proposed accss to the existing
street system. Show on site plans, if any.
'DA/ tt
b. Is the site currently served by public transit? If
not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest
transit stop? (D/V4
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project.
have? How many would the project eliminate?
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d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets,
or improvements to existing roads or streets, not,
including driveways? If so, generally describe
(indicate whether public or private). v'
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate
vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If
so, generally describe. ---
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated
by the completed project? If known, indicate when
peak volumes would occur. ---
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transpor-
tation impacts, if any:
15. Public Services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for
public services (for example: fire protection,
police protection, health care, schools, other)? If
so, generally describe.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct
impacts on public services, if any.
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16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:
electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service,
telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other.
b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the
project, the utility providing the service, and the
general construction activities on the site or in
the immediate vicinity which might be needed.
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C. Signature
The above answers are true and complete to the best of
my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is
relying on them to make its decision.
Signature:
Date Submitted:
PLEASE CONTINUE TO THE NEXT PAGE.
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(do not use this sheet for project actions)
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 likely to result from
the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity
or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not imple-
mented. 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? ')osssblc. mo'cc ihcrfcW in fa ckibi
carc ko mks cams.clk b chi (d.06., h9 ,
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Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
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2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, ani-
mals, fish, or marine life? N /Ar
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, ani-
mals, fish, or marine life are: WA-
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3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete •energy or.
natural resources? . Nlfr
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and
'natural resourses are:
4. How How would the proposal be likely. to use or affect
environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or
eligible or under study) for governmental protection;
such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers,
threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or
cultural sites, wetlands,• floodplains,. or prime
farmlands?
Proposed measures measures to protect such resources or to avoid
or reduce impacts are: Ni
5. How would the .proposal be likely to affect land and
shoreline use, inclduing whether it would allow or .
encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with
existing plans? n/ //
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8. Does the proposal conflict with policies of the Tukwila
Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan? If so, what poli-
cies of the Plan? Nor with Cwreent 174,1
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E. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR ALL PROJECT AND NON PROJECT
PROPOSALS
The objectives and the alternative means of reaching the
objectives for a proposal will be helpful in reviewing the
aforegoing items of the Environmental Checklist. This
information provides a general overall perspective of the
proposed action in the context of the environmental infor-
mation provided and the submitted plans, documents, suppor-
tive information, studies, etc.
1. What are the objective(s) of the proposal?
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2. What are the alternative means of accomplishing these
objectives? .
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3. Please compare the alternative means and indicate the
preferred course of action:
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4. Does the proposal conflict with policies of the Tukwila
Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan? If so, what poli-
cies of the Plan? /1/0* w a lk awredgreem6.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce the conflict(s)
are:
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3/17/94
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, REGULATING THE ESTABLISHMENT
AND OPERATION OF FAMILY CHILD CARE HOMES IN
THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AND
ESTABLISHING INTERIM CONTROLS AND LICENSING
REQUIREMENTS.
WHEREAS, affordable, good quality, and licensed child day care within the City of
Tukwila is critical to the well -being of families in the City, and
WHEREAS, there is currently a shortage of licensed child care in the City and the
region, and
WHEREAS, Tukwila's current codes present expensive and time consuming barriers
to licensed providers of family child care, and
WHEREAS, in recognizing the need for regulated child care the City Council wishes
to facilitate the establishment of legal child care homes until such time as the Tukwila
Municipal Code allows family child care homes as an accessory use in residential zones;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Definitions
A. Child abuse or neglect is defined in WAC 388 - 155 -010 (4) as now in
effect or subsequently amended.
B. Child day care means the provision of supplemental parental care and
supervision for a non - related child or children on a regular basis for fewer
than 24 hours a day.
For purposes of this ordinance this does not include babysitting services of a
casual, non recurring nature or in the child's own home, nor the cooperative,
reciprocative child care by a group of parents in their respective homes.
C. Family child care home is defined in WAC 388 -155 -010. (8) as now in
effect or as subsequently amended.
D. Provider means a person licensed by the State of Washington to operate
a family child care home.
Section 2. Interim Regulations
A. Family child care home A family child care home shall be permitted by
right in all zoning districts permitting single family residences subject to the
following requirements:
1. The lot size, building size, setbacks and lot coverage of the home
shall conform to the standards of the zoning district except if the
structure is a legal nonconforming structure.
2. The family child care home shall comply with all building, fire safety,
health code and business licensing requirements of Tukwila and the
State of Washington.
3. Homes shall have no structural changes for child care purposes
which will alter the character of the single family residence.
4. The provider of a family child care home must have a valid family
day care home license from the City of Tukwila. This license shall not
be transferable to any other person, business or address. At any time,
should the conditions required for a family child care home license be
violated, the City shall have the right to cancel the license.
5. At least one off- street parking space for each care giver not living
in the dwelling must be available.
6. A safe passenger loading area must be available.
7. A family home child care provider shall obtain a City business
license, but shall be exempted from the requirements for a home
occupation license.
B. Violations
1. Violations of Section 2a of this ordinances shall be adressed
pursuant to TMC 8.45.
2. Complaints about suspected child abuse or neglect of the family
child care home shall be referred to the Department of Social and
Health Services.
Section 3. Interim Controls
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This ordinance is adopted as an interim zoning control pursuant to
RCW 35A.63.200, and shall be effective for a period of six months
from the effective date of this ordinance, unless modified or renewed
subsequent to a public hearing and entry of findings of fact.
Section 4. Effective Date
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after its
passage and publication byy posting as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, at a Regular Meeting thereof this day of , 1994.
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18.06.360 Home occupation.
"Home occupation" means an occupation or profession which is
customarily incident to or carried on in a dwelling place, and not
one in which the use of the premises as a dwelling place is
largely incidental to the occupation carried on by a member of
the family residing within the dwelling place; provided, that the
requirements of Chapter 18.75 are met.: except for garage
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33 18.75.030 Business license approval process.
34 18.75.040 Business license approval criteria.
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39 The purpose of this chapter is to provide opportunities for
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41 business in their homes without unduly impacting their
42 neighbors. These businesses can be conducted on a very
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Chapter 18.75
HOME OCCUPATIONS
of the residence or emitting noise. odors. vibration, etc.. beyond
2 that normally found on a daily basis in the surroundina
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5 18.75.020 Business License required.
6 Each home occupation must apply for a business license at the
7 City Clerk's office and receive approval of that license prior to
8 engaging in the business. The license application must be
9 accompanied by a written compete explanation of the business
10 operation including the amount of square feet that will be
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14 Upon receipt of a complete application filed with the City Clerk.
15 the City Clerk shall publish notice of such receipt per chapter
16 18.92 and the time and date to submit written comments.
17 Written comments be submitted within 20 days to the City Clerk.
18 and then circulated to all departments for review of the
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21 18.75.040 Business License approval criteria.
22 In addition to review of business license applications by other
23 departments. DCD shall review applications for compliance with
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25 (1) The business involves no more than one person who
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29 the structure in which it is located,
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31 property, expansion of parking. exterior signage. exterior
32 storage of materials or other exterior indication of the
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35 which changes its residential character.
36 (5) Electrical or mechanical equipment does not change
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39 fluctuations in line voltage outside the dwelling.
40 (6) No noise, odor. dust. vibration. smoke. heat or glare
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1 (7) No more than two vehicles are parked on the
2 property or vicinity at any time as a result of the
3 business.
4 (8) The number of client visits per day is not a significant
s increase in traffic on the street(s) abutting the property.
6 (9) No more than two deliveries occur per week by
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9 (10) The business is not located in an area beginning to
10 have a concentration of home occupations.
11 (11) The location of the business does not create traffic
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13 (12) The business does not adversely effect the
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17 children, including those residing at the home. Children
18 and employees may come to the property regularly. An
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23 license which become mandatory for compliance by the
24 applicant. Prior to issuance of a business license so
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29 The City Clerk may terminate any home occupation found to be
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