HomeMy WebLinkAboutCAP 2015-11-09 COMPLETE AGENDA PACKETCity of Tukwila
Community Affairs &
Parks Committee
O Verna Seal, Chair
O Dennis Robertson
O Allan Ekberg
AGENDA
Distribution:
V. Seal
C. O'Flaherty
D. Robertson
R. Turpin
A. Ekberg
L. Humphrey
K. Kruller
D. Speck
Mayor Haggerton
a. Forward to 11/23 C.O.W.
D. Cline
within the City.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2015 — 5:30 PM
HAZELNUT CONFERENCE ROOM
(formerly known as CR #3) at east entrance of City Hall
Item
Recommended Action
Page
1. PRESENTATION(S)
2. BUSINESS AGENDA
a. An ordinance relating to parking regulations
a. Forward to 11/23 C.O.W.
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within the City.
and 12/7 Regular Mtg.
Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst
b. An ordinance updating regulations for vehicle
b. Forward to 11/23 C.O.W.
Pg.21
parking on residential properties.
and 12/7 Regular Mtg.
Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst
c. Updated 2015 Community Affairs and Parks
c. Information only.
Pg.27
Committee Work Plan (for reference).
Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst
d. Traveler's Choice Motel — 4Culture lease.
d. Information only.
Pg.29
Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. MISCELLANEOUS
Next Scheduled Meeting: Monday, November23, 2015
SThe City of Tukwila strives to accommodate those with disabilities.
Please contact the City Clerk's Office at 206 - 433 -1800 (TukwilaCityClerk @TukwilaWA.gov) for assistance.
City of Tukwila
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Haggerton
Community Affairs and Parks Committee
FROM: Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst
DATE: October 29, 2015 (updated following October 26 Committee of the Whole)
SUBJECT: Parking Regulations
ISSUE
Up4ating -An update to street parking regulations in Tukwila in alignment with City strategic
goals of "Inviting Neighborhoods" and "A Positive Community Identity." This draft ordinance
passed out of Committee on October 19 and was referred back by the Committee of the Whole,
which asked for particular committee emphasis on the proposed change to recreational vehicles
on right -of -way in residential zones as well as discussion on how best to communicate the law if
enacted. Currently, recreational vehicles are disallowed in all zones in the City and this
ordinance allows them for up to 24 hours in residential zones.
BACKGROUND
In response to complaints from residents regarding commercial truck parking on city streets, the
City Council requested that regulations regarding this activity be reviewed and updated. While
draft legislation was being developed to address commercial vehicle parking, other parking -
related items were identified as needing an update as well. This draft ordinance proposes to re-
enact Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 9.20, Parking Regulations, and amends certain other
sections accordingly. General parking regulations, such as the 72 hour time limit on City
streets, the requirement to clear 5 feet at driveways, and the need to leave at least 10 feet of
roadway width are left intact. Significant changes between current code and the proposed
ordinance are summarized below.
DISCUSSION
New definitions
Definitions of vehicles by class /weight are included. Classes are based upon gross vehicle
weight rating and used by the Federal Highway Administration and other regulatory agencies.
Infractions
Language pertaining to infractions and impoundment is removed from each individual section
and covered in one section — "Penalties and impound procedures."
Municipal parking
Parking on municipal property without authority or permission is limited to six hours. "Authority
or permission" covers those who are parking for a municipal meeting or function.
Parks and trails and electric vehicles
Amendments in these subsections are minor wording edits for clarification.
Parking for maintenance
The word maintenance is inserted in place of the word greasing and the prohibition on display of
a vehicle for sale is removed.
INFORMATIONAL MEMO
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Large vehicles, trailers, and recreational vehicles
The current TMC 9.28.020, "Commercial Vehicles in Residential Areas," prohibits parking of
commercial trucks on city right -of -way in residential zones, and is considered difficult to enforce
by both police and code enforcement officers. It partly defines commercial vehicles as being
larger than 8 feet wide, longer than 20 feet, or taller than 9 feet and so officers must be able to
identify qualifying vehicles by these measurements as well as quickly establish the zone in
question. The draft ordinance proposes to:
• Remove this regulation from Chapter 9.28, "Miscellaneous Regulations" and include it with
the other parking related laws in Chapter 9.20.
• Strike the word "commercial," instead referring to vehicles Class 5 and above, or those
over 16,001 pounds.
• Prohibit parking of vehicles Class 5 and above, and trailers, from city right -of -way in all
zones.
• Prohibit parking of recreational vehicles in non - residential zones in the city.
• Retain the loading and unloading exemption and adds a construction or utility project
exemption.
Class 3 and Class 4 vehicles in residential zones
This is a new section that prohibits the parking of Class 3 and Class 4 vehicles (between 10,000
and 16,000 pounds) in residential zones, with the exception of large pick -up trucks falling within
the Class 3 rating.
Recreational vehicles and trailers in residential zones
This is a new section that allows recreational vehicles and trailers on city streets in residential
zones for up to 24 hours. Currently, recreational vehicle parking is disallowed in all zones on
city right -of -way. At the October 26 Committee of the Whole meeting, a question was asked
about preventing recreational vehicles from moving from spot to spot in order to remain
compliant with the proposed law. Section C of TMC 9.20.060, General Parking Regulations,
states: "Reparkinq the same vehicle in the same block to avoid a time limit regulation is a
violation of this chapter." This is currently in the code and this ordinance does not propose a
change to that language.
Penalties and impound procedures
This section has been rewritten to address state requirements and current practices in impound
procedures.
Occupancy of recreational vehicles as dwelling unit
The definition of recreational vehicle has been expanded to include fifth -wheel trailer, and omits
the prohibition on parking in all public right -of -way.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
None.
RECOMMENDATION
Committee consideration of the draft ordinance with a recommendation to the Committee of the
Whole on Bctober November 23, 2015.
ATTACHMENTS
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, REPEALING ORDINANCE
NOS. 1975, 1810 AND 1794 §1 (PART), AS CODIFIED IN
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTERS 9.20 AND 9.28;
AMENDING VARIOUS ORDINANCES AS CODIFIED AT
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 8.28.070,
9.28.037 AND 9.32.020; AND REENACTING TUKWILA
MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 9.20, TO UPDATE
REGULATIONS REGARDING PARKING; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 1810 was passed September 2, 1997, to update
commercial vehicle parking regulations in the City of Tukwila, and
WHEREAS, the current regulations regarding parking of commercial vehicles,
recreational vehicles, and large vehicles have proven to be difficult to enforce; and
WHEREAS, consolidating code language in a single location in the Tukwila
Municipal Code will facilitate enforcement of these regulations; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to update and clarify parking regulations;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Repealer. Ordinance No. 1975, as codified in Tukwila Municipal Code
Chapter 9.20, is hereby repealed.
Section 2. Repealer. Ordinance No. 1810 is hereby repealed, thereby eliminating
Tukwila Municipal Code Section 9.28.020, "Commercial vehicles in residential areas."
Section 3. Repealer. Ordinance No. 1794 §1 (part), as codified at Tukwila
Municipal Code Section 9.28.020, is hereby repealed.
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Section 4. TMC Chapter 9.20 Reenacted. Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Chapter
9.20, "Parking Regulations," is hereby reenacted to include the following:
CHAPTER 9.20
PARKING REGULATIONS
Sections:
9.20.010 Definitions
9.20.020 Alley — Driveway entrance
9.20.030 Parking on municipal property
9.20.040 Parking for maintenance purposes prohibited
9.20.050 Parking over time limits on City streets and highways prohibited
9.20.060 General parking regulations
9.20.070 Parking large vehicles, trailers and recreational vehicles on City
streets
9.20.080 Parking Class 3 and Class 4 vehicles in residential zones
9.20.090 Recreational vehicle and trailer parking in residential zones
9.20.100 Unsafe parking
9.20.110 Controls— enforcement
9.20.120 Penalties and impound procedures
Section 5. A new TMC Section 9.20.010 is hereby established to read as follows:
9.20.010 Definitions
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth in this
section, unless a different meaning is clearly indicated by the context in which the term
is used. Terms not defined herein shall be interpreted using the meaning they have in
common usage and to give this chapter its most reasonable application.
1. "Class 1 Vehicle" means vehicles with a gross vehicle weight ratinq of
6,000 pounds or less as indicated in official state records.
2. "Class 2 Vehicle" means vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of
6,001 pounds to 10,000 pounds as indicated in official state records.
3. "Class 3 Vehicle" means vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of
10,001 pounds to 14,000 pounds as indicated in official state records.
4. "Class 4 Vehicle" means vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of
14,001 pounds to 16,000 pounds as indicated in official state records.
5. "Class 5 Vehicle" means vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of
16,001 pounds to 19,500 pounds as indicated in official state records.
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6. "Class 6 Vehicle" means vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of
19,501 pounds to 26,000 pounds as indicated in official state records.
7. "Class 7 Vehicle" means vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of
26,001 pounds to 33,000 pounds as indicated in official state records.
8. "Class 8 Vehicle" means vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of
33,001 pounds or more as indicated in official state records.
9. "Pick -up Truck" means a motor vehicle designed, used or maintained for
carrying, pulling or transporting property, typically with an enclosed cab and an open
bed and low sides and a tailgate, and may be used with or without a canopy covering
the bed.
10. "Recreational Vehicle" means travel trailer, motorhome fifth -wheel trailer,
or similar vehicles used for temporary accommodations while traveling. "Recreational
vehicles" also includes boats, personal watercraft, snowmobiles and the like.
11. "Trailer" means every vehicle without motive power designed for being
drawn by or used in conjunction with a motor vehicle, constructed so that no
appreciable part of its weight rests upon or is carried by such motor vehicle, whether
attached or unattached to a motor vehicle, including, but not limited to semitrailers and
pole trailers. "Small trailer" is defined as any trailer with a gross vehicle weight rating of
less than 16,000 pounds as indicated in official state records.
Section 6. TMC Section 9.20.020 is reenacted to read as follows:
9.20.020 Alley — Driveway entrance
No person shall park a vehicle within an alley in such a manner or under such
conditions as to leave available less than eight feet of the width of the roadway for the
free movement of vehicular traffic, and no person shall stop, stand, or park a vehicle
within an alley in such a position as to block the driveway entrance to any abutting
property.
Section 7. TMC Section 9.20.030 is reenacted to read as follows:
1 9.20.030 Parking on municipal property
A. Generally. No person shall stop, stand or park a vehicle in any garage,
parking area or other property operated by the City, where signs prohibit or restrict such
stopping, standing or parking without lawful authority or permission. Any motor vehicle
so stopped, standing or parked on municipal property for a period of 24 6 hours or more
without authority or permission is a nuisance. SUGh nuisance may ho abated
as provided in TMG 9.20.090. The irnpoundiRg Of SUGh a vehiGle shall not prevent er
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B. Municipal Parks and Trails. No person shall stand, stop or park a vehicle in
any municipal park or trail areas except in areas designated for such purposes. No
person shall stand, stop or park any vehicle left --in a parking stall designated for a
municipal park or trail area for a period of time exceeding the maximum amount of time
permitted as posted or, if a time limit is not posted, then -for a period of time exceeding
24 hours, without lawful permission or authority shall be Gited with a parking infFaGtmen
by the Chief of PGI;Ge oF his d ig d shall be subjeGt tO impound in the same
rnanneF as provided in TIVIG 9.20.090. Any vehiGle leeft in a park, and Ret OR a parking
stall, shall be Gited with a parking infraGtien by the Chief of PGliGe or his designee and
subjeGt tO immediate impounding in the same manReF as provided in TIVIG 9.20.090.
Section 8. TMC Section 9.20.040 is reenacted to read as follows:
1 9.20.040 Parking for oerta+n maintenance purposes prohibited
No person shall park a vehicle upon any roadway for the principal purpose of 4-
maintenance or repairing such vehicle except for repairs necessitated by emergency.
Section 9. TMC Section 9.20.050 is reenacted to read as follows:
9.20.050 Parking over time limits on City streets and highways prohibited
A. Generally. No person shall stop, park, leave standing, or store any vehicle,
whether attended or unattended, on any street or highway within the City for more than
SpaFkinn may ho s� immarily chat iss� vino a Ronne of infraction
andlor by impounding the vehiGle on the same FnanneF as previded On TIVIG 9.20.0
72 hours. �c-fa abated
however, that any such vehicle stopped, parked, stored or left unattended on
any street or highway within the City without a valid registration plate will be subject to
immediate issuance of a notice of infraction without regard to the length of time the
vehicle has been stopped, parked, stored or left unattended. The of su
M rn*G*pal Court or elsewhere for violation of this seGtioo
Parking in rss4riGted areas
AB. Restricted Parking. Any street with a sign denoting limited hours for parking
shall be restricted for general street parking. The street or area shall be marked by a
sign clearly indicating limited hours for parking. The peli ^o offiGer or his designee shall
G;te any veh"Gle left on a street foF a tirne GveF the posted limit foF paFkiRg, without lawful
autherity,
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43C. Residential Parking Permits. Residents who can prove their residence is on
a street with limited parking hours can apply for a residential parking permit at Tukwila
City Hall. Residents may park in one spot, including on a street with a sign denoting
limited hours for parking, for no longer than 72 hours, and shall follow all other
applicable laws for parking on City streets.
Section 10. TMC Section 9.20.060 is reenacted to read as follows:
9.20.060 General parking regulations
A. Except where necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic, or in compliance
with the law or the directions of a law enforcement officer, no person shall stop, stand or
park a vehicle:
1. In front of a public or private driveway or within 5 feet of the end of the
radius leading thereto.
2. In a place that restricts vehicular access to mailboxes.
3. In any place where official signs prohibit parking.
4. In such a manner or under such conditions as to leave available less than
10 feet of the width of the roadway for free movement of vehicular and emergency
traffic.
5. When signs are displayed giving notice thereof, on one or both sides of a
street where parking is prohibited.
6. On cul -de -sacs when such action reduces the radius of the cul -de -sac to
less than 35 feet.
B. It is unlawful for any person to alter or remove a mark placed upon a vehicle by
a parka 4g-Law enforcement officer to monitor and enforce the parking time limits in this
chapter when the alteration or removal is intended to extend the period of parking time
authorized.
C. Reparking the vehicle in the same block to avoid a time limit regulation is a
violation of this chapter.
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Section 11. A new TMC Section 9.20.070 is hereby established to read as follows:
9.20.070 Parking large vehicles, trailers and recreational vehicles on City streets
A. Application. This section shall apply to any vehicle Class 5 or greater, trailers
and recreational vehicles.
B. Except as provided for in this section, no person shall park any vehicle Class 5
or greater, trailer or recreational vehicle on any street, alley or public right -of -way in the
cif
C. Exceptions. The parking prohibitions outlined in this section do not apply to
the following:
1. Stopping or parking while in the process of actively loading or unloading
provided that vision and traffic flow are not obstructed.
2. Stopping or parking while actively engaged in a construction or utility
rp olect.
3. Stopping or parking school buses for a period of three hours during the
days and hours when students are in school or during school - related special events,
provided that vision and traffic flow are not obstructed.
4. Stopping or parking recreational vehicles and small trailers in residential
areas as regulated by TMC Section 9.20.090.
5. Stopping or parking authorized emergency vehicles.
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Section 12. A new TMC Section 9.20.080 is hereby established to read as follows:
9.20.080 Parking Class 3 and Class 4 vehicles in residential zones
A. Application. This section shall apply to Class 3 vehicles and Class 4 vehicles.
B. No person shall park any vehicle subject to this section on or along an std
alley or public right -of -way in a residential zoning district of the City: provided that this
restriction shall not apply to pick -up trucks falling within the Class 3 vehicle rating_
C. As used in this section, a street, alley or public right -of -way in a residential
zoning district of the City shall be as defined and described in TMC Chapter 18.08,
including the Low Density Residential (LDR) zone, the Medium Density Residential
(MDR) zone, and the High Density Residential (HDR) zone. Mixed -use zoning districts
shall not constitute a residential zoning district of the City for the purposes hereof. In
order for a street, alley or public right -of -way to be considered in a residential zoning
district of the City, the property on both sides of the roadway shall be zoned LDR, MDR,
and /or HDR.
D. Exceptions. The parking prohibitions outlined in this section do not apply to
the following:
1. Pick -up trucks falling within the Class 3 vehicle rating.
2. Stopping or parking recreational vehicles in residential areas as regulated
by TMC Section 9.20.090.
Section 13. A new TMC Section 9.20.090 is hereby established to read as follows:
9.20.090 Recreational vehicle and trailer parking in residential zones
A. Application. This section shall apply to parking recreational vehicles and small
trailers on City streets in residential zones.
B. Recreational vehicles and small trailers may be parked on any City street, alley
or public right -of -way in any residential zone in the City for a period of up to 24 hours.
C. Recreational vehicles may be stored or parked on private property as specified
in TMC Chapter 8.25.
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Section 14. TMC Section 9.20. 100 is reenacted to read as follows:
9.20.100 Unsafe parking
No person shall stop, park, leave standing, or store any vehicle, whether attended or
unattended, on any street or highway within the City, where such vehicle obstructs
visibility or sight distance in such a manner as to jeopardize public safety. SUGh parking
vehiGle in the same manner as pirp-�.f.Lderdl in TMG Chapter 9.20. The of 6u
Section 15. TMC Section 9.20.110 is reenacted to read as follows:
9.20.110 Controls— enforcement
A. The Public Works Department or designee is authorized to place and maintain
traffic control devices, including signs indicating parking restrictions, as deemed
necessary to regulate, warn, or guide traffic under any parking or travel on roadways,
highways and intersections in the City.
B. For the purpose of issuing infractions under TMC Chapter 9.20, the Chief of
Police may designate other individuals, including individuals not commissioned as
police officers, to enforce TMC Chapter 9.20 and to issue citations to violators as
provided therein.
Section 16. TMC Section 9.20.120 is reenacted to read as follows:
9.20.120 Penalties and impound procedures
A. Violations of the provisions of TMC Chapter 9.20 are sparking_ infractions
punishable by monetary penalties of not more than $300 and /or impoundment.
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B. Impound Authorized. Anv vehicle parked on anv Citv riaht- of -wav or Cit
owned, leased or operated property in violation of TMC Chapter 9.20 is subiect to
citation by a law enforcement officer and /or impoundment in accordance with this
chapter by the law enforcement officer or a public official having jurisdiction over the
right -of -way or property upon which the vehicle is located.
C. Immediate Impound. Vehicles parked in violation of TMC Chapter 9.20 are
subiect to immediate impound under the following circumstances:
1. When the vehicle is impeding the normal flow of vehicular or pedestrian
traffic;
2. When the vehicle is parked in violation of a parking restriction sign or when
the vehicle is interfering, or is likely to interfere, with the intended use of the restricted
parking zone; or
3. When the vehicle poses an immediate danger to public safety.
D. Other Impound. A vehicle not subject to immediate impoundment under TMC
Section 9.20.120.13 may be impounded for violating any provision of TMC Chapter 9.20.
A notice of impoundment shall be securely attached to, and conspicuously displayed on,
the vehicle for a period of 24 hours prior to impoundment. The notice shall include:
1. The date and time the sticker was attached.
2. The identity of the officer.
3. A statement that if the vehicle is not removed within 24 hours from the time
the sticker is attached, the vehicle may be taken into custody and stored at the owner's
expense.
4. A statement that if the vehicle is not redeemed as provided in RCW
46.55.120 the registered owner will have committed the traffic infraction of littering —
abandoned vehicle.
5. The address and telephone number where additional information may be
obtained.
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E. Post - Impoundment Redemption and Hearing.
1. Not more than 24 hours after impounding a vehicle, the tow operator shall
send by first class mail to the last known registered and legal owners of the vehicle (1) a
notice containing the full particulars of the impoundment, the redemption procedure, and
the opportunity for a hearing to contest the validity of the impoundment pursuant to
RCW 46.55.120, and (2) forms for requesting the hearing. The tow operator also shall
give the notice and forms to any person redeeming the vehicle within the 24 -hour
period.
2. The registered or legal owner of the vehicle may request a hearing in
District Court to contest the validity of the impoundment. The request for a hearing shall
be made on the form provided by the tow operator, and shall be received by the District
Court within 10 days (including Saturdays, Sundays and holidays) of the date on which
the notice and forms were mailed. If the request for such a hearing is not received by
the District Court within the 10 -day period, the right to a hearing shall be deemed
waived and the registered and legal owners shall be liable for any towing, storage and
other charges authorized by Chapter 46.55 RCW.B.
3. The procedures for redemption of an impounded vehicle and for the
hearing to contest the validity of an impoundment shall be in accordance with Chapter
46.55 RCW.
F. Costs. Any costs incurred in the removal and storage of an impounded vehicle
shall be a lien upon the vehicle. All towing and storage charges on that impounded
vehicle shall be paid by the owner or his /her agent if the vehicle is redeemed. Either a
registered or legal owner may claim an impounded vehicle by payment of all charges
that have accrued at the time of reclamation. If the vehicle was impounded at the
direction of a law enforcement agency, the person in possession of the vehicle prior to
the time of reclamation shall notify such agency of the fact that the vehicle has been
claimed, and by whom.
G. The impounding of a vehicle shall not preclude charging the violator with any
violation of the law on account of which such vehicle was impounded.
H. Contract with registered disposer to dispose of vehicles and hulks —
Compliance required.
1. The City may contract with any tow truck operator who is engaged in
removing and storing of vehicles and who is registered as a registered disposer of
certain automobile hulks abandoned iunk motor vehicles and abandoned vehicles.
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2. Any registered disposer under contract to the City for the removing and
storing of vehicles or hulks shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances and
regulations, including Chapter 46.55 RCW and the administrative regulations relative to
the handling and disposing of vehicles or hulks as may be promulgated by the Police
Chief or the Director of the Washington State Department of Licensing.
Section 17. TMC Section 8.28.070 Amended. Ordinance No. 2396 §2, as codified
at TMC Section 8.28.070, is hereby amended to read as follows:
8.28.070 Occupying Recreational Vehicles as Dwelling Units
A. Definitions.
1. "Recreational Vehicle" means travel trailer, motorhome, fifth -wheel trailer,
or the— tike— similar vehicles used for temporary accommodations while traveling.
"Recreational vehicles" also includes boats, personal watercraft, snowmobiles and the
like.
2. "Occupied as a dwelling unit" means used for sleeping, cooking, eating or
bathing for longer than two weeks in any six -month period.
B. Recreational vehicles may not be occupied as a dwelling unit in any zone,
except when parked in a licensed mobile home park.
as speGified in TEAG Chapter 8.2457
ID. IItiS URlavAul to park Gr stE)re FeGreational vchiGles on the
Section 18. TMC Section 9.28.037 Amended. Ordinance No. 2324 §11, as
codified at TMC Section 9.28.037, is hereby amended to read as follows:
9.28.037 Electric Vehicle Parking
The following regulations apply to enforcement of non - electric vehicles that park in
electric vehicle charging station spaces and for electric vehicles parked out of
compliance with posted days and hours of charging operation. These regulations are
applicable for electric vehicle charging station spaces that are publicly accessible (e.g.,
on- street parking, municipal garages, park- and -ride lots, shopping centers etc.).
Signage regulations for enforcement are included in Title 18, Chapter 18.56, "Off- Street
Parking and Loading Regulations."
1. Electric vehicle charging stations are reserved for parking and charging
electric vehicles only.
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2. Electric vehicles may be parked in any space designated for public parking
subject to the restrictions that would apply to any other vehicle that would park in that
space.
3. When a sign authorized under TMC Chapter 18.56 provides notice that a
space is a designated electric vehicle charging station, no person shall park or stand
any non - electric vehicle in a designated electric vehicle charging station space. Any
non - electric vehicle is subject to fine or removal.
4. Any electric vehicle in a designated electric vehicle charging station space
and not electrically charging, or parked beyond the days and hours designated on
regulatory signs posted at or near the space, shall be subject to a fine and /or removal.
For purposes of this subsection, "charging" means an electric vehicle is parked at an
electric vehicle charging station and is connected to the charging station equipment.
5. Upon adoption by the City of Tukwila, the City Engineer shall cause
appropriate signs and marking to be placed in and around electric vehicle charging
station spaces, indicating prominently thereon the parking regulations. The signs shall
define time limits and hours of operation, as applicable, and shall state that the parking
space is reserved for charging electric vehicles and that an electric vehicle may only
park in the space for charging purposes. Violators are subject to a fine and /or removal
of their vehicle.
6. Violations of this section shall be punishable as infractions. Punishment
shall be by a fine not to exceed the fine prescribed in accordance with TMC Section
9.28.040. Each day such violation is committed shall constitute a separate offense and
shall be punishable as such. Any commissioned police officer or Tukwila Police
Department volunteer authorized by the Police Chief or other designated law official in
the manner and subject to the requirements of TMC Section 9.20.12089 is authorized
to issue electric vehicle parking infractions.
7. In addition to a fine, a vehicle left parked or standing in violation of TMC
Section 9.28.037, upon a publicly accessible electric vehicle charging space that is
appropriately marked and posted, is subject to being removed from the charging space
by any commissioned police officer or Tukwila Police Department volunteer authorized
by the Police Chief or other designated law official in the manner and subject to the
requirements of TMC Section 9.20.1200 -90.
Section 19. TMC Section 9.28.040 Amended. Ordinance No. 1794 §1 (part), as
codified at TMC Section 9.28.040, is hereby amended to read as follows:
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9.28.040 Penalty
With the exception of TMC Section 9.28.037, Vviolation of any of the provisions of this
chapter constitutes a civil infraction not to exceed $200 per day per violation. Violation
of TMC Section 9.28.037 constitutes a parking infraction punishable by monetary
penalties of not more than $300 and /or impoundment.
Section 20. TMC Section 9.32.020 Amended. Ordinance Nos. 1502 §3 and 1370
§1 (part), as codified at TMC Section 9.32.020, are hereby amended to read as follows:
9.32.020 Authority to impound vehicles on the highway
Members of the Police Department are authorized to remove and impound vehicles
found on the highway, by means of towing or otherwise, to the nearest garage or other
place of safety or to a garage designated or maintained by the Police Department or
otherwise maintained by the City, under any of the following circumstances:
1. When any vehicle is left unattended upon any bridge, viaduct, or
causeway, or in any tunnel where such vehicle constitutes an obstruction to traffic;
2. When any vehicle upon a highway, including tunnels, bridges or
approaches, is so disabled as to constitute an obstruction to traffic or when the person
or persons in charge of the vehicle are incapacitated to such an extent as to be unable
to provide for its custody or removal and there is no other person present who may
properly act as agent for such operator in the care of his vehicle;
3. When any vehicle is left unattended upon a highway and is so parked
illegally as to constitute a hazard or obstruction to the normal movement of traffic;
4. When any vehicle operating on a highway is found to be defective in
equipment in such a manner that it may be considered unsafe;
5. When any vehicle is found in a tow -away zone;
6. When the operator of any vehicle is arrested and placed in custody and is
not in condition to drive, and the vehicle is not in a place of safety and there is no other
person present who may properly act as agent for such operator to drive the vehicle to a
place of safety; and
7. When any abandoned vehicle or abandoned junk motor vehicle is found on
a highway_; and
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Section 21. Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser. Upon approval of the
City Attorney, the City Clerk and the code reviser are authorized to make necessary
corrections to this ordinance, including the correction of clerical errors; references to
other local, state or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations; or ordinance numbering
and section /subsection numbering.
Section 22. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause
or phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to
be invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 23. 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 days after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of , 2015.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
Christy O'Flaherty, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY:
Rachel B. Turpin, City Attorney
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Ordinance Number:
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City of Tukwila
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
TO: K8gyorHmggart»n
Community Affairs and Parks Committee
FROM: Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst
DATE: October 29, 2015 (updated following October 19 Regular Meeting)
SUBJECT: Updating Regulations for Vehicle Parking on Residential Properties
ISSUE
This draft ordinance relating to parkingPa-rking--limitations on residential propertieS7passed out
of Committee on October, with a recommendation to approve, and was referred back by the
Council President and Committee Chair based upon public comment received at the October 19
Regular Meeting.
BACKGROUND
Tukwila Municipal Code 825.020. Perking Lirnitadone, currently requires that vehicles noue1 be
parked on approved durable uniform surfaces, and limits the overall size of the improved
surface, but does not set a limit OD the total number Ofcars. {|VVDCi|O08D1benS and Code
Enforcement staff receive community feedback that indicates a limitation is desired. In 2014-
2015, Council has given consistent direction to enhance the Code Enforcement division in
alignment with City strategic goals toward a positive communitV identifV and an increasing
priority focus on neighborhoods. A regulation of this nature would give another tool to Code
Enforcement staff to help address some of the community's concerns about neighborhood
Be|Ovv is a S8OlO|e of some other cities' vehicle limitation OD residential properties. Some cities
specify that all vehicles must be licensed and many exclude nlotOrCyC|8S and mopeds from this
City
Limit
City
Limit
Bothell
6 vehicles
Renton
4 vehicles
Everett
4 vehicles
SeaTac
No limit
Mount Vernon
6 vehicles
Wenatchee
5 cars, trucks, RVs
and trailers
Port Angeles
4 vehicles and 2 RVs
The attached draft ordinance proposes to set a limit of vehicles on a single family residential
property, outside of8garage or carport. "Vehicles" includes RVs, boats/trailers, and the like,
but does not include motorcycles Ormopeds. On October 19 the Community Affairs and Parks
Committee recommended a limitation of six vehicles be inserted into the draft ordinance as
follows
"G. No more than six motor vehicles, not including motorcVcles or mopeds, shall be parked on a
.
single familV residential lot outside of a carport or enclosed
INFORMATIONAL MEMO
Page 2
DISCUSSION
From a code enforcement standpoint it would be much easier to determine and verify a violation
by number of vehicles rather than by measuring the size of a parking area. A regulation of this
type can also be more easily understood by residents.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
N/A
RECOMMENDATION
Committee discussion on the draft ordinance with a recommendation to the Committee of the
Whole on November 23, 2015.
ATTACHMENTS
Detail on other jurisdictions
Draft ordinance
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Jurisdiction Code Reference Number of Vehicles Other related requirements
Bothell 12.16.080 6 vehicles parked outside of a building On impervious surfaces with direct and unobstructed driveway
on a single - family lot 12,500 s.f. or access.
less.
8 vehicles permitted on lots greater
than 12,500 s.f.
Burien
10.11.030 4 vehicles per residential lot
Clark County 9.24.010
Everett
Hoquiam
8.60.030
• Depends on zoning designation.
Rural /Agricultural, etc allows 3
!"other than
Rural /Agric" allows none
4 vehicles at a single residential Must be currently licensed and operable
If more than 4 license drivers, additional vehicles permitted, as
long as each licensed driver has the site address on their drivers
license. Outside a garage. Temporary parking not to exceed 72
hours.
Must be currently licensed and operable
If more than 4 license drivers, additional vehicles permitted, as
long as each licensed driver has the site address on their drivers
license. Outside a garage. Temporary parking not to exceed 72
hours within a 30 -day period. Improved surfaces. Does not apply
to motorcycles or mopeds.
Applies to inoperable vehicles
address.
3A.10.050
Mount Vernon 8.08.050
Port Angeles
Renton
4 vehicles per residential lot
6 outside a garage
Outside of an enclosed garage or carport
Limits parking in side or rear yards to lots which have legal access
from adjacent street or alley. Improved surfaces required
4 allowed in front yard, not more than 2 in combined side and
backyards with access restrictions. All on improved surfaces.
8.30.060 4 vehicles parked in open on Additional vehicle permitted for each licensed driver over four
residential lot. with applications and approval by Building Official.
Limit of 2 RVs
14.4.080 4 vehicles per lot Includes vehicles under repair or restoration "unless parked within
an enclosed building"
Seattle
Shoreline
Wenatchee
23.44.016
20.50.410
10.48.160
3 vehicles
6 vehicles and 2 RV's (RV, Boat or
other)
5 cars, trucks rVs and trailers (per
dwelling unit) parked outside in a
residential zone
Only applies to single - family zone
Stored outside on private property.
Impervious surface required with direct driveway access.
Current license
On driveways accessible by curb cut, on improved surfaces
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS.
2371 §1, 2251 §1 AND 2056 §1 (PART), AS CODIFIED AT
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 8.25.020; TO
UPDATE REGULATIONS REGARDING VEHICLE STORAGE
AND PARKING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Title 8 of the Tukwila Municipal Code includes regulations on vehicle
storage and parking on single - family residential properties; and
WHEREAS, excessive parking or storage of vehicles on single - family residential
properties diminishes the aesthetic qualities of Tukwila's neighborhoods;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. TMC Section 8.25.020 Amended. Ordinance Nos. 2371 §1, 2251 §1
and 2056 §1 (part), as codified at Tukwila Municipal Code Section 8.25.020, "Parking
Limitations," is hereby amended to add a new subparagraph G. to read as follows:
G. No more than six motor vehicles shall be parked on a single - family residential
property outside of a carport or enclosed garage. For purposes of this section, "single -
family residential property" means any parcel containing a single - family residence or
multiple parcels combined containing one single - family residence, typically identified by
a single address located in the Low Density zone. The parking limitations in this
subsection shall apply to all motor vehicles as defined by state law with the exception of
motorcycles and mopeds.
Section 2. Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser. Upon approval of the
City Attorney, the City Clerk and the code reviser are authorized to make necessary
corrections to this ordinance, including the correction of clerical errors; references to
other local, state or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations; or ordinance numbering
and section /subsection numbering.
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Section 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be
invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
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 days
after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of 12015.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
Christy O'Flaherty, MMC, City Clerk
A "60 • A • •
Rachel B. Turpin, City Attorney
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Ordinance Number:
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Community Affairs and Parks Committee - 2015 Work Plan
Abbreviation Key: 27
A Action item DCD Community Development PR Parks
Description
Qtr
Dept
Action
or
Briefing
Status
1.
Development Agreement with 90 Andover Park East
1
DCD
A
Complete
2.
Duwamish Gardens — Advertise and award construction
contract
1
PW
A
Complete
p
3.
Chinook Winds — Resolution to accept site from King
County
1
PW
A
Complete
p
4.
Briefing on implementation of Shoreline Master Program
2
DCD
B
Complete
(COW)
5.
Human Services contracts over $40K
1
HS
A
Complete
6.
1% for the Arts — Procedures and Guidelines
1
PR
B
2016
7.
Duwamish Hill Construction — Contract Award
1
PR
A
Complete
8.
FGL Golf Carts — Purchase Approval
1
PR
A
Complete
9.
Accessible Programs — Update
3
PR
B
10
City Support for Veterans (incl. Parks discount)
3 -4
Multiple
A/B
11
Commercial Vehicles in Residential Zones
2
Multiple
A
Pending Oct
12
Collective Gardens Moratorium Next Steps
2
DCD
A
Complete
13
Update Wireless Facility Regulations per new FCC rules
2
DCD
A
2016
14
Park Rules (including Park signage per 1/12 COW)
2
PRK
A
Complete
15
CDBG Application — 2016 Minor Home Repair
2
HS
A
Complete
16
I -CANN, 5210 Implementation & Food Policy— Update
2
PR
B
Complete
17
Riverbank Waterfowl Agreement
2
PR
A
Complete
18
Property Maintenance Standards
2 -3
DCD
A
Complete
19
Minor Home Repair Program
3
HS
A
Complete
20
Green Tukwila (incl. stewardship, Earthcorp)
3
PR
B
Complete
21
Developer selection for urban renewal project (motels)
3
ED
A
2016
22
Duwamish Hill Construction — Contract Closeout
4
PR
A
23
FGL Pond Liner — Purchase Approval
4
PR
A
2016
24
"Siccardi" Parcel Official Naming (2015 QTR 4 or 2016)
4
PR
A
2016
25
Registration Software — Update (purchase 2016 or budget
for 2017)
4
PR
B
26
Tukwila Village plaza /commons non - profit formation
4
ED
A
2016
27
Trakit Citizen Comment Module Update
4
DCD
B
28
Tree City USA
PR
A
29
Legislative Agenda
1
Gov
A
Complete
30
Int'I Building Code + Healthy Housing Policies
2
DCD
A
Complete
31
Marijuana Regulations Roundtable
2
Multiple
B
Complete
32
Briefing on vacant house registry programs
3
DCD
B
Complete
33
Discussion on community event ala Tukwila Days
3
Multiple?
B
Complete
Standard Reports /Briefings
Frequency
Dept.
34
Summer Events Calendar
Annual
Parks
35
Parks Department Report (or to COW /Council ?)
Annual
Parks
36
Teens for Tukwila
Report 9/28
Parking Lot
371
Standards for private vehicles on private property
Pending Oct.
Abbreviation Key: 27
A Action item DCD Community Development PR Parks
m
City of Tukwila
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
TO:
Mayor Haggerton
Community Affairs and Parks Committee
FROM:
Derek Speck, Economic Development Administrator
Joyce Trantina, Project Development Manager
DATE:
November 4, 2015
SUBJECT:
Traveler's Choice Motel: 4Culture Lease
ISSUE
Should the City demolish the Traveler's Choice Motel or temporarily lease it to 4Culture to be
used for art such as artist studios, galleries, work space, practice space, or performances?
BACKGROUND
On September 28, 2015 staff reported to the Community Affairs and Parks Committee (CAP) on
an opportunity to lease the Traveler's Choice motel to 4Culture for temporary arts related uses
such as artist studios, galleries, work space, practice space and performances. Possibly the
building could be even become an art object or experience.
If the Council were not interested in leasing the site to 4Culture, then staff would recommend
the building be demolished as part of the same demolition contract with the other three motels
and Smoke Shop. At the CAP meeting, the committee expressed support for bringing more art
into the community but would like the City to be more specific about the types of activities
allowed. They also urged the involvement of the Arts Commission during the process. The
Committee requested staff to work with 4Culture on a specific proposal and draft lease and
return to the Committee.
Staff opened bids for the demolition of the motels on October 22, 2015. We are scheduled to
present those results to Council at the Community of the Whole meeting on November 9, 2015
and will ask Council to forward the bid award to a Regular meeting for Council decision. Staff
would have presented the bid results to the Finance and Safety Committee on November 3 rd ,
however, that meeting was cancelled. When the Council makes the decision to award the bid,
we will need to know whether to include the Traveler's Choice as part of the demolition contract.
Because the Arts Commission did not meet in October or November, staff has not met with the
Commission as a whole. However, staff has provided the CAP memos and minutes to the Arts
Commission, offered to answer questions, and invited them to the CAP and Council meetings
on November 9, 2015.
City and 4Culture staff continued working on the project. We do not have a draft lease at this
time however we have a list of the basic deal terms. They are:
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Page 2
(1) City leases the property to 4Culture for $1 per year.
(2) 4Culture must provide public access to the property to view or participate in art.
(3) City has no responsibility for making any improvements to the property.
(4) 4Culture pays for improvements, ongoing maintenance, taxes and fees.
(5) Property may only be used for arts related activities such as work space, practice
space, performance space, galleries, sales of art, and public events.
(6) Property may not be used for any type of living space (motel or apartments) except for
a manager's unit.
(7) 4Culture would screen the artists before approving rental agreements.
(8) 4Culture would include limitations on hours of operation, allowed activities, and
allowed art materials in the rental agreements.
(9) All use must comply with City zoning, building, fire and other codes.
(10) City could access the property to perform testing or investigation related to the sale or
redevelopment of the site.
(11) The term of the lease would be up to five years.
(12) If crime occurs on the property, 4Culture and /or the City could terminate the lease.
(13) The City could terminate the lease after three years (with one year notice) if the City
decided to use the property for City facilities.
The 4Culture Board of Directors met on October 28, 2015 and discussed the potential of leasing
the Travelers Choice motel site from the City of Tukwila for art - related uses. Board members
were very enthusiastic and excited about this project, and asked their staff to develop a more
detailed outline and cost analysis. Their staff believes the Board will be prepared to make a
decision on the project at their December 2 meeting.
DISCUSSION
City staff knows that demolishing the motels and smoke shop are a high priority for the City and
that the Council may not want the possible lease to 4Culture to delay the demolition. Therefore,
the Council discussion of the demolition contract is scheduled for November 9, 2015. The
Council could decide to award the demolition contract at their November 16, 2015 meeting. In
that case, it is very likely the onsite demolition work will start in mid - December.
In order to decide after the 4Culture board of director's meeting on December 2, 2015 the
Council would need to decide to award the demolition contract at their December 7, 2015
meeting. In that case, it is very likely the onsite demolition work would start in early January.
Thus, waiting for the 4Culture board decision would likely push the start of demolition out about
three or four weeks. Staff believes the 4Culture lease is a good opportunity and recommends
the Council wait until December 7th to approve the demolition contract. If the City Council
decides to not demolish the Traveler's Choice, staff will return to CAP in early 2016 with a
proposed lease with 4Culture.
City staff understands that there may be public concern that allowing the site to be leased by
another organization for arts - related uses could attract crime. Staff believes these issues can
be avoided and the lease would be a benefit to the community. First, 4Culture is a well -
managed and well- funded public development authority that has significant experience in
screening artists and a reputation to maintain. Second, the City can include provisions in the
lease that will ensure 4Culture manages the property well and lets the City terminate the lease if
there are crime problems.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT
Based on the bid from the lowest, qualified bidder for the demolition contract, the cost to
demolish the Traveler's Choice is approximately $133,000 plus a 15% contingency for a total of
$153,000. Leasing the property to 4Culture would delay when the City would incur that cost.
The main financial risk would be if the City and 4Culture are not able to execute a lease and
then the City would need to solicit a separate demolition contract for the Traveler's Choice. It
would require additional staff time and it's possible that contract would be more expensive than
the current bid due to the economies of scale.
RECOMMENDATION
For information only. Staff wanted to brief the CAP because the demolition contract will be
discussed at the City Council meeting on November 9.
ATTACHMENTS
4Culture staff report dated October 19, 2015
4Culture staff presentation to their board of directors
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CULTURE
- --- ----- TEL 206 296.7580
STAFF REPORT FTTY 206 296.8574
nx 206 296.8629
101 PREFONTAINE PL S
SEATTLE WA 98104
DATE October 19, 2015 WWW.4CULTURE.ORG
TO 4Culture Board of Directors
PREPARED BY Heather Dwyer
RE Traveler's Choice Motel, Tukwila
BACKGROUND
In order to reduce crime in the Tukwila International Boulevard neighborhood the City of
Tukwila purchased four motels (Great Bear, Boulevard, Spruce, Traveler's Choice) and the
Sam Smoke Shop. All structures other than the Traveler's Choice are dilapidated structures
that are adjacent to each other and offer the City a good opportunity for redevelopment.
Since it is likely to be a few years until any developer is ready to start construction, staff
plans to demolish these structures in order to reduce blight in the neighborhood.
The Traveler's Choice Motel is separate from the other motels and is adjacent to a
residential neighborhood. When the Federal Government seized the motel in 2013 it was
not one that the City had planned to purchase. It had high crime levels similar to the other
motels but since it was outside the City's community renewal area, the City did not have
condemnation authority and so did not think the property owner would want to sell. Once
the Federal Government seized the motel, the U.S. Attorney's Office was able to coordinate
a settlement agreement with the owner and lender and the City purchased the property in
2014.
The City has completed the specifications for demolition of all of these structures and is
now issuing a call for bids. The demolition of the Traveler's Choice is included as an
additive alternate.
BASIC SITE INFORMATION
The Traveler's Choice Motel, located at S. 1461h Street, near Tukwila International
Boulevard, and was built in 1992 on a .61 acre site. It is .7 miles, an approximately a 12
minute walk from the Tukwila Light Rail Station. From 4Culture, it is 1o.8 miles, which is
approximately 20 minutes by car.
The Traveler's Choice is a two floor, sprinklered, wood frame structure with thirty -four
motel rooms and one manager's unit. The rooms are generally small (twenty -eight of the
rooms are approximately 150 square feet) and do not have kitchen facilities or closets. It is
considered to be in average condition and has a remaining economic life of 30 years.
The property is located within the Neighborhood Commercial Center zone, which does not
allow construction of multi - family residential units (e.g. apartments) unless they are above
office or retail uses.
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Although the structure appears to be in reasonably
good shape, it was built to code for a motel (Group R
Division 1) and converting it to alternative, would
require extensive renovation to meet the State
building codes.
One manager unit is not complete, but available. A
lobby, small office is accessible. A storage /laundry
area is wired for a commercial dryer and offers 240
voltage.
PROCESS AND CONSIDERATIONS
In late September, City of Tukwila staff presented
two thoughtful options to their Community Affairs and Parks Committee for the Traveler's
Choice property. Those options included:
• Sell the property, for building re -use or for land value, which is estimated at
$400,000; or
• Hold the property, for use by the City as they further develop their Comprehensive
Plan, which may revise zoning.
City staff s memorandum to the Committee indicated they had identified two options if
they elected to hold the property.
• Demolish the structure and maintain the lot, making immediate demolition an
efficient choice.
• Lease the property.
The memorandum also identified leasing options if the City elected to hold the property.
• Retail, Office, Commercial — City staff has been contacted by organizations and
staff is not recommending these uses due to: limited management experience;
maintenance costs; and possible long -term disposition impacts.
• Use as Motel — The City's zoning code no longer allows motels in this location.
• Housing for Homeless — As noted above, converting the motel would require
extensive, expensive renovation to meet the State building codes for housing.
• Arts Use — Use the site to support arts use and programming, administered by
4Culture.
SELECTION OF 4CULTURE
City staff believes that converting a motel to a use that brings more art into the community
can provide many public benefits including valuable service to Tukwila residents and public
image. This may also save the City money by delaying, and possibly avoiding, the cost of
demolition. A temporary lease would still protect the City's option to use the property for
city facilities at a future time.
Staff selected 4Culture, as the best leasing entity because we are:
• Dedicated to advancing community through culture in King County.
• Financially stable and have the means to secure, maintain and program the site.
• Have expertise in working with cultural facilities, cultural organizations and
individual artists.
Tukwila City staff recommends leasing the property to 4Culture as an alternative temporary
uses for the Traveler's Choice Motel.
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On September 23, the Tukwila City Council's Community Affairs and Parks Committee
recommended staff move forward on pursuing a temporarily lease of the Traveler's Choice
Motel to 4Culture — to be used for art use and programming.
SITE POTENTIAL
4Culture has staff has identified numerous uses for the Traveler's Choice Motel and
grounds including, but not limited to:
• Artist making space — studio space for writers to write, musicians to practice etc.
The 240 voltage in the laundry area could support a small kiln or other equipment.
• Artist presenting space — mini galleries, film screenings, readings and
performances seen, heard and experienced in the rooms.
• Artist retail space — contemporary to traditional, artist makers offer goods for
sale.
• Building as art — visual artists paint, sculpt and reimagine the building itself as a
public artwork.
• Performance and installation grounds — the parking lot can become a festival
and sculptural installation site. Videos projected, dance, music and built creations.
• Engagement — Tukwila artists and residents could have the opportunity to engage
with other regional creatives through these activities.
SITE CONSIDERATIONS
4Culture staff has identified several site considerations that may limit some uses of the
Traveler's Choice Motel and grounds including, but not limited to:
• Residential area — artists work hours would need to respect the noise and traffic
requirements of the neighborhood, especially the residential trailer park adjacent to
the site.
• ADA accessibility — no elevator or ADA access exists on the second level. Public
functions and possible artists with disabilities working on site would have to take
place on the ground floor.
• Safety — all uses must meet current code. Most met in 1992, but review would be
needed.
• Employees — if an artist has employees, they must be located on the ground floor
(ADA) .
• Development Impact Fees — Fire and Parks is ok, but we need to review traffic
impact.
• Business licenses — All artists operating a business must have a Tukwila
Business License.
• On site manager — Resident manager may be desirable for general security and
oversite.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS
By not including the Traveler's Choice demolition the estimated savings to the City of
Tukwila will be approximately $230,000, however, that expense may escalate in the 3 -5
year time of the proposed lease period. 4Culture staff has identified the following financial
considerations for the temporary lease of the Traveler's Choice Motel and grounds
including, but not limited to:
One -Time Expenses:
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• Furniture and carpet disposal — rooms have items such as beds, dressers,
bedside tables etc.
• Manager unit —for on -site manager, remodeling would be necessary (kitchenette
install).
Annual Expenses:
• Lease payments — $1.00 annually
• Liability Insurance — estimate pending
• Property Taxes — pending further research
GENERAL, SHORT -TERM TIMELINE
Nov. 3 N — Demo. To be reviewed by Finance & Safety Committee
Nov. 3 N — Tukwila Arts Commission Meeting (date may be changed due to election)
Nov. 4TH — Draft Lease Terms to be submitted to City of Tukwila Staff
Nov. 9TH — Staff Report (with Lease Terms) to be discussed with Tukwila City Council
Nov. 9 TH — Council will review /discuss recommended vendor for demolition
Nov. 16 TH — Tukwila City Council Meeting: authorize Mayor to execute contract demo.
Nov. 17TH — Notice to successful bidder
Dec. 1 -4TH — Contract executed to successful demolition bidder
Dec. 7TH — Notice to Proceed to successful demolition bidder
PROPOSED LEASE TERMS
Tukwila staff has asked their Council to authorize the Mayor to enter into a lease agreement
with 4Culture so that if and when 4Culture is ready, they can execute the lease more
quickly. If 4Culture and the City are not able to agree to terms, then the City would proceed
with the demolition on December 7th. 4Culture staff and Tukwila City staff recommend the
following terms:
(1) City leases the property to 4Culture for $1 per year.
(2) 4Culture must provide public access to the property to view or participate in art.
(3) City has no responsibility for making any improvements to the property.
(4) 4Culture pays for improvements, ongoing maintenance, taxes and fees.
(5) Property may only be used for arts related activities such as work space, practice
space, performance space, galleries, sales of art, and public events.
(6) Property may not be used for any type of living space (motel or apartments)
except for one unit.
(7) All use must comply with City zoning and building codes.
(8) City could access the property to perform testing or investigation related to the
sale or redevelopment of the site.
(9) The term of the lease would be up to five years.
(1o) After three years, the City could terminate the lease with one year notice if the City
decided to use the property for City facilities.
RECOMMENDATION
In the interest of delaying or preventing demolition of the Traveler's Choice Motel in
Tukwila, the Board expresses interest and recommends that staff conduct due diligence on
the Motel including, but not limited to structural and health safety; financial impacts;
liabilities; on -site and program management; and community interest.
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travelers choice motel
RECOMMENDATION
In the interest of delaying or preventing demolition of the
Traveler's Choice Motel in Tukwila, the Board expresses
interest and recommends that staff conduct due diligence on
the Motel including, but not limited to structural and health
safety; financial impacts; liabilities; on -site and program
management; and community interest.
Subject Property
The Traveler's Choice
Motel, located at S. 146
Street, near Tukwila
International Boulevard,
and was built in 1992 on a
.61 acre site.
It is .7 miles, an
approximately a 12
minute walk from t e
Tukwila Light Rail Station
From 4Culture, it is 1o.8
miles, which is
a.. roximatel 20 minute
The Traveler's Choice is
two floor, sprinklered,
wood frame structure
with 34 motel rooms and
one manager's unit.
The building plans and
structure has been
recently reviewed. It is
considered to be in
average condition and has
a remaining economic lif
4'7
City staff believes t at
converting a motel to a
use that brings more art
into the community can
provide many public
benefits including
valuable service to
Tukwila residents and
ublic ima• e.
4Culture has staff has identified
numerous uses for the Traveler'
Choice Motel and grounds
including, but not limited to:
Artist making spac
Artist presenting spa
Artist retail space
Building as art
Performance and installati
Site considerations :
Residential area
ADA accessibilit
Health & Safety
Development Impact Fe
Business license
On site manager
Financial impact