HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrd 2715 - Rezone 6250 South 153rd StreetCity of Tukwila
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Ordinance No.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, REZONING CERTAIN REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6250 S. 153RD STREET, TUKWILA,
FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (LDR) TO MEDIUM
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MDR); PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, in 1995 the City of Tukwila adopted the Zoning Code and Map based on
consideration of existing conditions and long-term community goals, and these
documents may be reviewed and updated as appropriate; and
WHEREAS, as part of the City's 2022-2023 Comprehensive Plan docket of potential
amendments, the City received an application for consideration of a change to the
Comprehensive Land Use and Zoning Maps for the property located at 6250 S. 153rd
Street (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, the zoning of the Property is currently Low Density Residential; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant seeks to rezone the entirety of the Property to Medium
Density Residential; and
WHEREAS, on May 10, 2023, the City mailed a Notice of Application to the
surrounding property owners and tenants, and on May 17, 2023, held the required public
meeting regarding the proposed rezone and change to the Zoning Code Map; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila has complied with the requirements of the State
Environmental Policy Act by making a determination on September 25, 2023 that no
significant environmental impact would occur as a result of the Zoning Code Map change;
and
WHEREAS, notice of the public hearing was timely published in "The Seattle Times,"
posted onsite, and mailed to surrounding properties; and
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WHEREAS, on November 6, 2023, the City Council held a public hearing and, after
receiving and studying staff analysis and comments from the public, has recommended
approval of the rezone application, and has made and entered Findings and Conclusions
thereon in support of that recommendation; and
WHEREAS, after due consideration, the City Council concurs with the Findings and
Conclusions and determines the public interest will be served by approving the rezone
application, which is in compliance with the City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan's Land
Use Map;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Findings and Conclusions Adopted. The City Council hereby adopts
Findings and Conclusions, attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated by this
reference as if fully set forth herein.
Section 2. Rezone Approved. The Property is located at 6250 S. 153rd Street,
Tukwila, Washington. The site is further identified as King County tax parcel 3597000341.
The site is hereby approved to be rezoned from Low Density Residential to Medium
Density Residential across the entire parcel, as shown in the attached Exhibit B and
incorporated by this reference as if fully set forth herein.
Section 3. Map Amendment Authorized. The Department of Community
Development Director, or their designee, is hereby authorized to amend the City's official
Zoning Code Map to show the zoning change as authorized in Section 2 of this ordinance.
Section 4. Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser Authorized. 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 5. 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 6. 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 public as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this .6 4' day of K1ov 4✓ , 2023.
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ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED:
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Exhibit A, Staff Report (Findings and Conclusions)
Exhibit B, Revised Zoning/Comprehensive Plan Map
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EXHIBIT A
APPLICANT:
REQU EST:
LOCATION:
City of Tukwila
Allan Ekberg, Mayor
Department of Community Development - Nora Gierloff, AICP, Director
STAFF REPORT
TO THE TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL
HEARING DATE: November 6, 2023
NOTIFICATION:
5/10/2023: Mailed to properties within 500' radius
5/10/2023: Site Posted
5/17/2023: Public Information Meeting
Notice of hearing published in the Seattle Times
FILE NUMBERS: L22-0137 - Rezone
E23-0005 - SEPA
Izabella Henry
Change Comprehensive Plan map and zoning designation from Low Density
Residential (LDR) to Medium Density Residential (MDR)
6250 S. 153rd St., Tukwila, WA (APN: 3597000341)
CURRENT COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN/ZONING DESIGNATION: Low Density Residential (LDR)
SEPA DETERMINATION:
STAFF:
ATTACHMENTS:
Determination of Nonsignificance issued September 25, 2023
Breyden Jager, Associate Planner
A. Site + Current Zoning Map
B. Proposed Zoning Map
C. Applicant Response to Criteria
D. MDR Zoning Development Standards (TMC 18.12)
E. Public Comments
Tukwila City Hall • 6200 Southcenter Boulevard • Tukwila, WA 98188 • 206-433-1800 • Website: TukwilaWA.gov
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BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL
Summary of Proposed Actions
The applicant has submitted a proposal to amend the City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan Map and the Tukwila
Zoning Map to rezone a 0.58-acre parcel located at 6250 S 153rd St. from Low Density Residential (LDR) to
Medium Density Residential (MDR). The applicant has stated that this rezone proposal, in conjunction the with
the applicant's proposed Boundary Line Adjustment (L21-0124) would eliminate the nonconforming condition of
having apartment parking on an LDR-zoned property, creating a more logical, vertical boundary between the
MDR and LDR zones —allowing for preservation of the single-family use with a more recognizable boundary.
Upon approval of the rezone from MDR to LDR, the rear property line could be redrawn without creating
nonconforming LDR/MDR split -zoning and allowing for the existing Terra Apartments parking lot to be located
entirely on adjacent parcels 3597000346 and 3597000350.
This non -project proposal is a quasi-judicial change to the land use designation on the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan
and Zoning Code maps. lithe zoning is changed, any MDR use would be permitted, subject to all City regulations.
The proposed action does not meet the exemptions from review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
listed under WAC 197-11-800. Rezone requests that require a Comprehensive Plan amendment are subject to SEPA
review. A Determination of Nonsignificance was issued on September 25, 2023.
Land Use - Comprehensive Plan and Zoning
The site is classified as Low Density Residential (LDR) in the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan and the Tukwila Zoning
Ordinance. To the immediate north, east, and south of the subject parcel are properties also zoned LDR. To the
west of the property are two parcels zoned Medium Density Residential (MDR) and to the southwest of the
property is a parcel zoned High Density Residential (HDR).
Allowed uses under the existing LDR zoning are enumerated in TMC Table 18-6, and primarily include detached
single-family dwellings, garages, greenhouses, and domestic shelters. Allowed uses under the proposed MDR zoning
are largely similar, with the notable addition of detached zero lot line dwellings, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes,
daycare centers, senior housing, and townhomes with up to four attached units. The addition of these use
allowances on the subject parcel is not generally expected to have an adverse effect on the environment.
Development within the environmentally critical areas and their associated buffers on the subject property is
regulated by TMC Chapter 18.45 'Environmentally Critical Areas'. Prior to any development proposal, an applicant
would be required to submit a critical areas study to the Department of Community Development for review and
approval of proposed mitigation measures.
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Site and Vicinity Conditions
The subject site is located along South 153rd Street, between 62"d Avenue South and 64th Avenue South. The site
contains a single-family home located near the northwest corner of the parcel, accessed by a driveway off of S 153rd
St. The site includes areas of grass and landscaping, with a paved driveway running along the west side of the lot, to
a paved parking lot in the northern portion, behind the house. The property is situated on a moderate slope to the
south.
The site is bordered to the north by a category IV wetland and includes a Type Ns (intermittent) stream running
along the northeast corner of the property. To the east is a single-family home. To the west is the Terra Apartments
complex. To the south is the cottage creek apartment complex and single-family homes.
Public Services and Utilities
A review by City of Tukwila Development Review Engineering staff was completed and noted that project design
considerations will be evaluated for feasibility at the time of any subsequent development permitting. No relevant
comments pertaining to the rezone action itself were received.
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Environmental Conditions
Topography
Site topography generally descends to the north/northwest with a total elevation change of approximately 20 feet
occurring within the property. The Tukwila environmentally sensitive areas map classifies the southern portion of
the site as having a Class 3 (High) landslide potential.
Environmentally Critical Areas
The City of Tukwila's iMap data indicates the presence of a category IV wetland bordering the subject property, with
an associated buffer extending partially across the northern portion of the property. Additionally, iMap data
suggests the presence of a Type Ns (intermittent) stream extending across the northeast corner of the property.
Development within the environmentally critical areas and their associated buffers on the subject property is
regulated by TMC Chapter 18.45 'Environmentally Critical Areas'. Prior to any development proposal, an applicant
would be required to submit a critical areas study to the Department of Community Development for review and
approval of proposed mitigation measures.
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Development Regulations Comparison, LDR vs. MDR
Height
The rezone action would not result in an increase in maximum height allowance for the existing parcel. The
maximum height of 30 feet in the MDR zoning district is consistent with the existing 30-foot height limit in the LDR
zoning district.
Unit Density
Per TMC 18.10.060, the LDR zoning district requires a minimum lot size of 6,500 SF. Therefore, if subdivided
under the existing LDR zoning, a total of 3 new parcels could be created. Each parcel in the LDR district allows a
total of one single-family home, as well as one accessory dwelling unit (ADU), equating to 6 total potential
dwelling units.
If rezoned to MDR, based on the size of the parcel, the site would allow up to 8 primary housing units,
recognizing that the final number of units could be fewer to accommodate space needed for roads or other
utilities. This number does not account for ADUs, and per TMC 18.50.220(2), ADUs may only be permitted on
parcels containing a single-family dwelling, not multi -family uses.
Scale and Design
It is expected that a modest increase in bulk and scale could result from a multi -family dwelling proposal on the
subject parcel under MDR zoning. However, due to the minimal difference in magnitude of these impacts relative to
what could occur under existing conditions, the impact is not expected to be significant. Bulk and scale impacts of
any project developed pursuant to the proposed rezone will be addressed by the City's design review process and
environmentally critical areas ordinance. Specific scale and design impacts of proposed development will be
determined at the time of project review, pursuant to TMC 18.12.070.
Transportation
The proposed rezone will increase development capacity on the subject parcel. Projects developed pursuant to the
proposed rezone may generate higher volumes of traffic and have greater transportation impacts than projects
proposed under the current zoning. The subject parcel is approximately 0.58 acres, and it is not possible to
accurately determine the location and/or intensity of individual projects that may be proposed under MDR zoning.
As described previously, the proposed rezone would allow for up to 8 housing units, an increase of 5 housing units
from what the existing LDR zoning permits.
The subject site lies along S 153rd St, which currently serves vehicular, bike, and pedestrian traffic from both single -
and multi -family developments in the immediate Tukwila Hill neighborhood. A sidewalk is provided along the north
side of the street for the entire subject parcel's frontage. The nearest transit stop is the RapidRide line along
Southcenter Blvd, approximately 0.18 miles down the hill from the property.
It is not expected that the number of housing units allowed under MDR zoning would result in a significant impact
on traffic and transportation. However, the transportation impacts of individual projects developed subsequent to a
rezone to MDR would be evaluated through SEPA and construction permitting at the time of project level permit
applications. A traffic concurrency review would be required for any new proposed housing units and findings would
result in traffic impact fees under the authority of TMC 9.48.010. The traffic concurrency program is a mechanism to
charge and collect fees to ensure that new development bears its proportionate share of the capital costs of
transportation facilities necessitated by new development.
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Public Comment
Public notice for this rezone proposal was posted on site and mailed to property owners within 500 feet of the
subject property on May 10th, 2023. On May 17th, 2023, staff held a public information meeting for residents to
ask questions and provide feedback to the applicant. Comments received as a result of the public comment
period are contained in attachment E.
The key issues raised include:
• Traffic impacts to the neighborhood.
It should be noted that this rezone request is not tied to any specific project proposal and no approval or denial
of any development plan would be granted or denied by the approval of this rezone request. Any impacts to site
layout, traffic, etc. would be reviewed as part of any future project review.
FINDINGS
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map Amendment Criteria
Four broad -reaching objectives are the basis for the elements, goals and policies for Tukwila's Comprehensive
Plan. The Comprehensive Plan's primary objective is preserving and enhancing Tukwila's neighborhoods. The
following will summarize the elements, goals, and policies the applicant has cited to support their rezone
request, along with a staff response. The applicant's response to the decision criteria is attached hereto as
Attachment C.
1. The proposed amendment to the [Comprehensive Plan and] zoning map is consistent with the goals,
objectives and policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
Element 3: Housing
Goal 3.2.1: Provide zoning that allows a variety of housing throughout the City to allow for
diverse, equitable neighborhoods.
Goal 3.2.2: Encourage a full range of housing opportunities for all population segments, including
very low-income households earning less than 30% AMI, through actions including, but not limited
to, revising the Tukwila's zoning map and development codes as appropriate,
which would enable a wide variety of housing types to be built.
Element 7: Residential Neighborhoods
Goal 7.1.1: Maintain a comprehensive land use map that supports the preservation and
enhancement of single-family and stable multi -family neighborhoods; eliminates incompatible
land uses; and clearly establishes applicable development requirements through recognizable
boundaries.
• Applicant Statement:
The proposed amendment is consistent with and will further the goals and policies of the
Comprehensive Plan —particularly Element 3 (Housing) and Element 7 (Residential Neighborhoods). The
City's Housing Element notes that the City will need to accommodate an additional 5,568 households
over the next twenty years and emphasizes that this new housing will need to be affordable and diverse.
Aging single-family housing, such as the house on the subject parcel, is typically more expensive to
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maintain. In addition, rezoning the property from LDR to MDR will allow the existing single-family home
on the parcel to remain indefinitely, but it will also allow for the conversion of the property to a slightly
more dense, affordable housing type. The rezone proposal will eliminate the nonconforming condition
of having apartment parking on an LDR-zoned property, creating a more logical, vertical boundary
between the MDR and LDR zones —allowing for preservation of the single-family use with a more
recognizable boundary. And again, if the market supports a transition to slightly more dense housing in
this location, the MDR zoning would support it.
• Staff Response:
Western Washington is experiencing a housing shortage that will worsen if housing production within
Tukwila, and across the region, is not increased. Housing scarcity leads to higher housing costs and
limited options for residents. Construction of new housing creates more energy efficient units built to
higher standards, provides more options for residents, and also encourages other investment in the
community. This rezone proposal would increase the residential density potential of the subject parcel.
Under the existing LDR zoning, based on the size of the parcel, the site could accommodate up to 6
housing units, if subdivided. If rezoned to MDR, based on the size of the parcel, the site would allow up
to 8 housing units, recognizing that the final number of units could be fewer to accommodate space
needed for environmentally critical areas, roads and other utilities.
The proposed MDR zoning district would allow for a greater range of housing types to be constructed
than currently allowed under LDR zoning. Housing units permitted in the LDR district include single-
family homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Housing units permitted in the MDR district include
single-family homes, ADUs, detached zero -lot line units, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, and townhouses
with up to four attached units. Multifamily homes are, on average, more affordable than single family
homes, primarily due to the ability to share land costs between units and their smaller unit sizes.
As stated previously, this rezone proposal, in conjunction the with the applicant's proposed Boundary
Line Adjustment (L21-0124) would rectify an existing nonconforming land use caused by a parking lot for
a multi -family complex being partially located on a single-family property in the LDR district. Upon
approval of the rezone from MDR to LDR, the rear property line could be redrawn without creating
nonconforming LDR/MDR split -zoning, thus allowing for the existing Terra Apartments parking lot to be
located entirely on adjacent parcels 3597000346 and 3597000350.
2. The proposed amendment to the Zoning Map is consistent with the scope and purpose of this title and the
description and purpose of the zone classification applied for.
Per TMC 18.26.010, the purpose of the MDR zoning district is,
":..intended to provide areas for family and group residential uses, and serves as an alternative to lower
density family residential housing and more intensively developed group residential housing and related
uses. Through the following standards this district provides medium -density housing designed to provide:
1. Individual entries and transition from public and communal areas to private areas;
2. Building projections, level changes and so forth to effectively define areas for a variety of outdoor
functions as well as privacy; and
3. Landscaping and open space to serve as extension of living areas." (Attachment d)
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The proposed MDR zoning is consistent with the neighborhood character and uses in the site's vicinity. MDR
zoning would allow development that is moderately more intensive than some neighboring single-family
homes, but of similar or lesser intensity than nearby multi -family residential properties.
See Attachment C for applicant response to criteria.
3. There are changed conditions since the previous zoning became effective to warrant the proposed
amendment to the Zoning Map
• Applicant Statement:
Since the previous zoning became effective, the current owner has acquired the subject parcel and the
adjacent Terra Apartment complex, whose parking is partially located on the northern part of the subject
parcel. The rezone is necessary to make the entire assemblage MDR, creating a more logical boundary with
the adjacent LDR zoning and allowing an adjustment of the property lines that will result in the Terra
Apartments parking area becoming part of the same lot as the Apartments themselves. Without this rezone,
the boundary line adjustment cannot occur (because BLAs cannot adjust lines across parcels with different
zoning).
• Staff Response:
There have been no zoning changes in this area since 1995 when the current zoning was instituted.
However, staff also recognize that the subject parcel has been purchased by a new owner since the Terra
Apartments complex was originally constructed. The new property owner has a reasonable interest in
separating the apartment parking lot from their single-family property, which cannot be accomplished under
current zoning conditions, as the City cannot approve Boundary Line Adjustment applications which result in
split -zoning.
Since 1995, fewer housing units have been constructed in the City of Tukwila than have been set by our
housing goals. Under the Washington Growth Management Act (GMA), King County is required to assign
housing targets to each jurisdiction in order meet current and projected housing demands. For the period
between 2019 to 2044, the housing target for production of new net housing units in Tukwila is 6,500 units.
Based on the rate of housing development in Tukwila from 2019 to present, it will be necessary to build
approximately 250 net units each year until 2044 to meet this target. However, from 2006 to 2018 Tukwila
grew by only 130 housing units.
King County recommends the City of Tukwila take reasonable measures to achieve additional housing
growth, including taking "action to encourage and/or incentivize residential development". One way to
incentivize residential development is to permit rezones on undeveloped properties to higher residential
densities.
4. The proposed amendment to the Zoning Map will be in the interest of furtherance of the public health,
safety, comfort, convenience and general welfare, and will not adversely affect the surrounding
neighborhoods, nor be injurious to other properties in the vicinity in which the subject property is
located.
• Applicant Statement:
Since the previous zoning became effective, the current owner has acquired the subject parcel and the
adjacent Terra Apartment complex, whose parking is partially located on the northern part of the subject
parcel. The rezone is necessary to make the entire assemblage MDR, creating a more logical boundary with
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the adjacent LDR zoning and allowing an adjustment of the property lines that will result in the Terra
Apartments parking area becoming part of the same lot as the Apartments themselves. Without this rezone,
the boundary line adjustment cannot occur (because BLAs cannot adjust lines across parcels with different
zoning).
• Staff Response:
A rezone from LDR to MDR would increase the potential for small multifamily buildings to be constructed on
the property. Increasing housing capacity is in the furtherance of public health, safety, comfort,
convenience, and general welfare. Residential development is unlikely to adversely affect the surrounding
neighborhood, which is largely dominated by other residential uses of similar intensities. Additionally, higher
residential densities provide additional support to local businesses, and promote pedestrian scale
neighborhoods within walking and biking distance of major transit stops and a large commercial core.
CONCLUSIONS
Criteria 1: Consistency with Comprehensive Plan:
• The rezone is consistent with the following Comprehensive Plan goals:
o Goal 3.2.1: Provide zoning that allows a variety of housing throughout the City to allow for diverse,
equitable neighborhoods.
o Goal 3.2.2: Encourage a full range of housing opportunities for all population segments, including very
low-income households earning less than 30% AMI, through actions including, but not limited to,
revising the Tukwila's zoning map and development codes as appropriate, which would enable a wide
variety of housing types to be built.
o Goal 7.1.1: Maintain a comprehensive land use map that supports the preservation and enhancement of
single-family and stable multi -family neighborhoods; eliminates incompatible land uses; and clearly
establishes applicable development requirements through recognizable boundaries.
■ This rezone proposal would enable a wider variety of housing types to be built in an established
neighborhood, increasing housing opportunities. Multifamily homes are, on average, more
affordable than single family homes, primarily due to the ability to share land costs between
units and their smaller unit sizes.
■ Increased housing options provide an avenue for home ownership to be enjoyed by buyers of a
wider age range, on average. Construction of new housing also creates more energy efficient
units built to higher standards, provides more options for residents, and also encourages other
investment in the community.
■ This rezone proposal, in conjunction the with the applicant's proposed Boundary Line
Adjustment (L21-0124) would rectify an existing nonconforming land use caused by a parking lot
for a multi -family complex being partially located on a single-family property in the LDR district.
Criteria 2: Consistency with Zone:
• The proposed MDR zoning is consistent with the neighborhood character and uses in the site's vicinity. MDR
zoning would allow development that is moderately more intensive than some neighboring single-family
homes, but of similar or lesser intensity than nearby multi -family residential properties.
Criteria 3: Changed conditions:
• There have been no zoning changes in the vicinity since the LDR zoning was instituted in 1995.
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• The subject parcel has been purchased by a new owner since the Terra Apartments complex was originally
constructed. The new property wishes to separate the apartment parking lot from their property, which
cannot be accomplished under current zoning conditions.
• Since 2006, Tukwila has, according to King County, produced housing at a rate 94% slower than is necessary
to meet our 2035 housing growth target.
• Since 2015, the median sale price of a single-family home in Tukwila has increased 97%, from — $303,000 to
—$594,000. The median sale price of a unit in a multi -family home in Tukwila has increased 182%, from
—111,000 to —$313,000.
• Tukwila's housing production has been determined by King County to be the lowest of all jurisdictions within
the core metropolitan area, both in total number and in percentage of growth target.
Criteria 4: Benefit to community:
• The proposed rezone would positively affect the community by providing needed housing capacity on an
undeveloped parcel in a location near an existing commercial core and a variety of single- and multi -family
structures.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approving the rezone from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Medium Density Residential
(MDR).
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City of Tukwila Public Notice of Ordinance Adoption for Ordinances 2712-2718.
On November 6, 2023 the City Council of the City of Tukwila, Washington, adopted the
following ordinances, the main points of which are summarized by title as follows:
Ordinance 2712: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING VARIOUS ORDINANCES AS CODIFIED IN
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE (TMC) TITLE 2, "ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL,"
TO MODIFY TERM END DATES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Ordinance 2713: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2534 §4 AND §6, AS
CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE (TMC) SECTIONS 2.36.020 AND 2.36.040,
TO MODIFY TERM END DATES AND UPDATE MEETING REGULATIONS IN
COMPLIANCE WITH RCW 35.63.040; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Ordinance 2714: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, REZONING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT
14000 INTERURBAN AVE S., TUKWILA, FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (LDR)
TO COMMERCIAL LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (CLI); PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Ordinance 2715: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, REZONING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT
6250 S. 153RD STREET, TUKWILA, FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (LDR) TO
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MDR); PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Ordinance 2716: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS. 1758 §1 (PART), 1976 §5,
2098 §1, 2199 §4, AND 2581 §1 AND §11, AS CODIFIED AT VARIOUS SECTIONS OF
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE (TMC) TITLES 17 AND 18; REPEALING ORDINANCE
NO. 2581 §12 AS CODIFIED AT TMC SECTION 18.50.220, TO UPDATE ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNIT REGULATIONS IN ALIGNMENT WITH STATE LAW AND
ENCOURAGE HOUSING PRODUCTION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Ordinance 2717: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING VARIOUS ORDINANCES AS CODIFIED IN
MULTIPLE SECTIONS OF TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE (TMC) CHAPTERS 18.80
AND 18.84 AS DETAILED HEREIN; REPEALING ORDINANCE NOS. 1770 §53 AND
2368 §65, AS CODIFIED AT TMC SECTION 18.80.015; ESTABLISHING TMC
CHAPTER 18.82, "AMENDMENTS TO DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS"; TO
CLARIFY THE PROCESS FOR UPDATING THE ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
DOCKET AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Ordinance 2718: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, AMENDING VARIOUS ORDINANCES AS CODIFIED IN
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE (TMC) TITLE 18, "ZONING," AS DELINEATED HEREIN,
TO INCORPORATE A VARIETY OF HOUSEKEEPING CODE AMENDMENTS AND
PARKING REGULATIONS RELATED TO: DEFINITIONS (TMC CHAPTER 18.06),
NONCONFORMING LOTS, STRUCTURES AND USES (TMC CHAPTER 18.70), AND
PERMIT APPLICATION TYPES AND PROCEDURES (TMC CHAPTER 18.104);
AMENDING FIGURE 18-7 AND TABLE 18-6; ESTABLISHING TMC SECTION
18.50.240; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
The full text of this ordinance will be provided upon request.
Christy O'Flaherty, MMC, City Clerk
Published Seattle Times: November 9, 2023