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KITTITAS COUNTY
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
AGENDA DATE: August 12, 2025
ACTION REQUESTED: Recommendation to BOCC
BACKGROUND: Community Development Services prepared four proposed Land Development
Code Updates. These updates include the following:
Item 25-01: Kittitas County code currently does not allow schools in the Rural 5 zone. Cle Elum
Roslyn School District owns three parcels (424235, 563034, and 543034) that are outside of the
City Urban Growth Area and are within the Rural 5 zone. Under current regulations, the school
use is considered non-conforming and cannot expand to accommodate growth.
The proposed development code change would allow the school district to utilize the land to
expand school services and accommodate school district needs.
Item 25-01 simply changes a permission in the Rural Non-LAMIRD allowed use table to permit
schools within the Rural 5 zone. The permission also utilizes an existing footnote (#25)to
require a conditional use permit for new schools and no conditional use requirement for existing
schools. Additionally, staff are proposing removal of a portion of footnote 25 associated with this
proposal that points to an overlay zone that no longer exists.
Item 25-02 : Kittitas County code does not currently have a definition for non-accessory storage
structures for residential purposes. The demand for such structures on properties without a
residential structure has increased. Staff are proposing a definition and allowances within the use
tables of Title 17. In addition to the definition, staff are proposing to add Non-accessory storage
structures to all four of the County allowed use tables as a permitted use within all non-
commercial and non-industrial zones. The specific proposed changes are indicated in red. A
footnote has been added to the "Urban" land use table to reflect specific restrictions within the
City of Ellensburg Urban Growth Area due to our Interlocal Agreement.
Item 25-03 : On July 23, 2023, HB 1337 became effective in Washington State. HB 1337
provides new guidance and requirements associated with the development of Accessory
Dwelling Units (ADU's). The Bill is intended to encourage ADU development through lowering
development standards and increasing allowances in Cities, Urban Growth Areas, and
LAMIRD's. The Bill requires local jurisdictions to adopt complying regulations within 6 months
of their next Periodic Comprehensive Plan Update.
Item 25-03 involves updates to the following Kittitas County code sections.
COMMUNITY PLANNING•BUILDING INSPECTION•PLAN REVIEW•ADMINISTRATION•PERMIT SERVICES•CODE ENFORCEMENT
17.08 —Definitions, 17.15.050—Allowed uses in Resource lands, 17.15.060-Allowed uses in
rural non-LAMIRD lands, 17.15.070-Allowed uses in rural LAMIRD lands, 17.15.080-Allowed
uses in Urban lands, and 17.36.015 Applicability.
Many of the provisions in HB 1337 involve development standards more frequently associated
with city jurisdictions. Limitations on design standards, impact fees,parking requirements,
size, and setbacks from alleyways make up much of the bill. Current ADU regulations in Kittitas
County are largely compliant with HB 1337, but some changes are necessary to ensure
consistency.
The proposed updates will amend all four allowed use tables and the footnotes associated with
each use table. The updates will remove the "Accessory Living Quarters" definition and use
within all applicable code sections. The Accessory Living Quarters use has not been
completely removed but relocated under the "Accessory Dwelling Unit" definition, to ensure
consistency with HB 1337, which makes no distinction between the two.
Additionally, the update will change the standards for ADU development, as expressed in the
footnote section of each use table. It will increase permissions for up to 2 ADU's within UGA
and LAMIRD designations when general development standards can be met. It will maintain an
off-street parking requirement of one spot per ADU and eliminate minimum lot size
requirements for ADU development within the Urban Growth Areas and LAMIRDS.
While preparing this update, staff discovered an errant footnote (#51)within the Rural Non-
LAMIRD use table that applied to all lots within the Ag-5, Rural-5, Ag-20, and Forest and
Range zones. The footnote states, "When enhanced agriculture sales are provided."While this
change is not associated with HB 1337, the footnote did not make any sense, so we are
suggesting removal of this as part of this update.
Item 25-04 : KC Public Works submitted requested changes to several Title 12 sections to
reflect updates in their Standard Plans referenced in Article XI. The requested changes will
impact the following subsections in Title 12.
12.03.030—Road Classifications, 12.04.03.030-Road Survey Monuments, 12.04.04.040 Public
Roads, 12.04.07.030 -Driveway Classifications, and Article XI.
Public Works proposes eliminating 12.04.11.020 Typical roadway details and adding"Standard
Plans"to Title 12 with a hyperlink to the plans. Eight standard plans have been added to County
Code including Public and Private Road standards, turnaround standards, driveway standards,
and survey monument standards. The Standard Plans we're developed as a part of the 2024
Title 12 Update but were unintentionally left out of the update. In addition to referencing these
standard drawings within the Code, Public Works proposes adding, amending, and
altering several other references to the standard drawings within Title 12.
INTERACTION: CDS,Planning Commission
ATTACHMENTS: SEPA Checklist
SEPA Exhibits
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval of the items as presented to the BOCC.
HANDLING: Presentation to the Planning Commission by Kittitas County Community Development
Services.
RESPONSIBLE STAFF: Jeremy Johnston,CDS Long Range Planner
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Item 25-01 School Permissions in Rural 5........................................2
Item 25-02 Non-accessory storage structures.................................16
Item 25-03 HB 1337 Updates..........................................................106
Item 25-04 Title 12 Changes...........................................................182
Staff Contact: Jeremy Johnston, Long Range Planner
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Item 25-01
Rural 5 School Permissions
Kittitas County code currently does not allow schools in the Rural 5 zone. Cle Elum Roslyn
School District owns three parcels (424235, 563034, and 543034) that are outside of the
City Urban Growth Area and are within the Rural 5 zone. Under current regulations, the
school use is considered non-conforming and cannot expand to accommodate growth.
The proposed development code change would allow the school district to utilize the land
to expand school services and accommodate school district needs.
Item 25-01 simply changes a permission in the Rural Non-LAMIRD allowed use table to
permit schools within the Rural 5 zone. The permission also utilizes an existing footnote
(#25)to require a conditional use permit for new schools and no conditional use
requirement for existing schools. Additionally, staff are proposing removal of a portion of
footnote 25 associated with this proposal that points to an overlay zone that no longer
exists.
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seasonal harvest
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fraternities and
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education
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institutions
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breakfast*
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Hospital,animal CU CU
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Hotel/motel CU 6
Office* P 17
Restaurant CU 36 P CU CU
Retail sales,* CU 36 P CU 18 CU 18
general
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lumber and
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Mini-Warehouse CU 59 CU 14
Refuse CU 19 CU 58
disposal/recycle*
Research
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distribution
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CU 12 CU 12 CU 12 CU12 P 54** CU 13 CU 12 CU 12 CU
Campground*
Golf course* CU CU CU CU** CU CU
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guest farm*
Parks and P P P 3 P P P P P
playgrounds*
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Group home* CU CU CU
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Home P/CU 5 P/CU 5 P/CU 5 P/CU 5** P/CU 5 P/CU 5 P/CU 5
occupation*
Manufactured P P P P** P PA2 P P
home*
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home park
Mobile home P 38 P 38 P 34
Special care P30 P30 P30 P30 CU30 P30
dwelling*
Temporary trailer P7 P7 P7 P7** P7 P7 P7 P7
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Forestry* P P P P 34
Forest product P
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Mining and CU CU 39 CU P 34
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17.15.0060.2 Footnotes Associated with Rural Non-LAMIRD Use Table. I _
1. Provided use is integrated into and supports the on-site recreational nature of the master planned resort and short-term visitor accommodation units constitute greater than fifty percent(50%)
of the total resort accommodation units.
2. No new residence shall be permitted except that related to the business or enterprises allowed in this zone such as janitor or night watchman.Any such residence shall meet the requirements
of the residential zone.
3. Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.Clubhouses,fraternities and lodges limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities(such as granges).
4. Provided:
a. The shelters are used to house farm laborers on a temporary or seasonal basis only,regardless of change of ownership,if it remains in farm labor-needed status;
b. The shelters must conform with all applicable building and health regulations;
c. The number of shelters shall not exceed four(4)per twenty(20)contiguous acres of land area;
d. The shelters are owned and maintained by the owner or operator of an agricultural operation which clearly demonstrates the need for farm laborers;
e. Should the parent agricultural operation cease or convert to non-agriculture use,then the farm labor shelters shall conform with all applicable buildings and health regulations.
5. No sign advertising a home occupation shall exceed sixteen(16) square feet in size. Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted;home occupations with outdoor
activities or noise are a conditional use. In-home daycares with six(6)or fewer individuals receiving care in a twenty-four(24)hour period are permitted; in-home daycares with seven to
twelve(7-12)individuals receiving care in a twenty-four(24)hour period require a Conditional Use Permit.
6. Provided short-term visitor accommodation units constitute greater than fifty percent(50%)of the total resort accommodation units.
7. When used for temporary occupancy for a period not-to-exceed one(1)year related to permanent home construction or seasonal/temporary employment.
8. Public transportation deadhead stations permitted;passenger terminals are a Conditional Use.
9. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.
10. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
11. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.Limited to the capital facilities,utilities,and services necessary to maintain and operate the master planned resort.
12. In considering proposals for location of campgrounds,the Board shall consider at a minimum the following criteria:
a. Campgrounds should be located at sufficient distance from existing rural residential/residential development so as to avoid possible conflicts and disturbances;
b. Traffic volumes generated by such a development should not create a nuisance or impose on the privacy of nearby residences or interfere with normal traffic flow;
c. Landscaping or appropriate screening should be required and maintained where necessary for buffering;
d. Adequate and convenient vehicular access,circulation and parking should be provided;
e. Public health and safety of campers and those reasonably impacted by the campground(i.e.health,water,sanitation).
13. Campgrounds and Recreational vehicle sites with power and water are permitted;campgrounds and recreational vehicle sites without power and water require a conditional use permit.
14. The following standards shall apply to the approval and construction of mini-warehouses:
a. A mini-warehouse proposal(application)must include plans for aesthetic improvements and/or sight screening;
b. All buildings with storage units facing property boundaries shall have a minimum setback of thirty-five(35)feet;
c. No commercial or manufacturing activities will be permitted within any building or storage unit;
d. Lease documents shall spell out all conditions and restrictions of the use;
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e. Signs,other than on-site direction aids,shall number not more than two(2)and shall not exceed forty(40)square feet each in area.
15. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building(excluding off-street parking and loading areas).
16. Limited to farm implement repair and maintenance.
17. Limited to offices directly related to tourism and recreation.
18. Retail sales are limited to groceries and sales directly related to tourism and recreation.Structural footprint containing all of these activities may not exceed 4,000 square feet.
19. Limited to composting facilities.
20. Limited to those services typically found on other destination resort properties and designed to serve the convenience needs of the users and employees of the master planned resort.Shall be
designed to discourage use from non-resort users by locating such services well within the site rather than on its perimeter.
21. No new cemeteries.Existing cemeteries may expand or enlarge within established cemetery boundaries as of the date of amendment adoption,and in compliance with applicable standards
and regulations.
22. When located no more than forty-five(45)feet from the centerline of the public street or highway and selling goods produced on site.
23. Hay processing,and small-scale processing of agricultural products produced on the premises are permitted without a conditional use permit.
24. Excluding swine and mink,provided a minimum of one(1)acre is available.When located in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone,this use is subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.59.
25. Existing schools are permitted;new schools require a conditional use permit.Not,.o..+44ea:n the n,.riei.,.....e c..*Overlay Zone
26. Recreational vehicle storage may be enclosed or outdoor storage of recreational vehicles or both.Permitted where the use is only serving a residential PUD or in the Rural Recreation and
Forest and Range zoning districts and subject to the following standards and conditions:
a. All stored vehicles must be licensed if required by law,and operational.This land use does not include vehicle sales.
b. Unless it is limited to serving a residential PUD and otherwise permitted or authorized,recreational vehicles shall not be stored outside when the site is contiguous to a residential zoning
district.
c. No commercial or manufacturing activities are permitted except when recreational vehicle/equipment service and repair has been permitted subject to the requirements of KCC
§ 17.15.060.2 Footnote 60.
d. In the Forest and Range zoning district,and when not limited to serving a recreational planned unit development,the site shall either be:
i. Contiguous to a State Highway,or
ii. Contiguous to a designated urban arterial or rural collector road located near a highway intersection or freeway interchange.
iii. It is not necessary for the site to have direct access to such arterial,collector or highway to meet this requirement.
e. Recreational vehicle storage shall be designed to be compatible with the surrounding rural character,subject to the following standards:
i. Storage areas shall be enclosed with a minimum five-foot-high,security fence.The applicant may be required to provide additional plans for aesthetic improvements and/or site-
screening.
ii. Additional setbacks,physical barriers or site-screening may be required on sites that border resource lands in the Commercial Agriculture or Commercial Forest zoning districts.
iii. Findings shall be made that the proposal does not require urban governmental services such as municipal sewer or water service and does not compromise the long-term viability
of designated resource lands.
iv. Measures shall be taken to protect ground and surface water.Electric Vehicle Infrastructure subject to provisions of KCC Chapter 17.66.
27. Subject to the following requirements:
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a. The parcel must be at least 3 acres in size;
b. Only one ADU shall be allowed per lot;
c. The ADU shall not exceed 1,500 sqare feet;
d. All setback requirements for the zone in which the ADU is located shall apply;
e. The ADU shall meet the applicable health department standards for potable water and sewage disposal,including providing adequate water supplies under RCW 19.27.097;
f. No mobile homes or recreational vehicles shall be allowed as an ADU;
g. The ADU shall provide additional off-street parking;
It. An ADU is not permitted on the same lot where a special care dwelling or an Accessory Living Quarters exists;
i. The ADU must share the same driveway as the primary dwelling;
j. ADUs shall be subject to obtaining an administrative permit.
28. Subject to the following requirements:
a. Accessory Living Quarters shall be located within an owner-occupied primary residence;
b. Accessory Living Quarters are limited in size to no greater than fifty percent(50%)of the habitable area of the primary residence;
c. The Accessory Living Quarters are subject to applicable health district standards for water and sewage disposal;
d. Only one(1)Accessory Living Quarters shall be allowed per lot;
e. Accessory Living Quarters are to provide additional off-street parking;
f. Accessory Living Quarters are not allowed where an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Special Care Dwelling exists.
29. Maximum of four(4)boarders and two(2)bedrooms dedicated to the use.
30. Subject to the following requirements:
a. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all setback requirements for the zone in which it is located;
b. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all applicable health department requirements for potable water and sewage disposal;
c. Placement is subject to obtaining a building permit for the manufactured home;
d. Owner must record a notice to title prior to the issuance of building permit which indicates the restrictions and removal requirements;
e. The Special Care Dwelling unit cannot be used as a rental unit;
f. The Special Care Dwelling unit must be removed when the need for care ceases;
g. A Special Care Dwelling is not permitted on the same lot where an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Accessory Living Quarter exists.
h. Park model trailers shall obtain the same building permit as for placement of a manufactured home.
i. Park model trailers shall be inspected and approved by Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
31. Structures and facilities associated with the operation of shooting ranges are permitted and subject to all associated Kittitas County building codes and regulations. Shooting Ranges may be
operated in conjunction with other permitted or conditional uses for the specified zone.Shooting Ranges are subject to periodic inspection and certification as deemed necessary by the Kittitas
County Sheriff s Department.In considering proposals for the location of Shooting Ranges a detailed site plan shall be required;the Board's review of said site plan and the proposal as a whole
shall include,but not be limited,to the following criteria:
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a. The general health,safety,and welfare of surrounding property owners,their livestock,their agricultural products,and their property.
b. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"NRA Range Sourcebook."
c. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"EPA Best Management Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges."
d. Proposed shooting ranges in areas designated as agricultural land of long-term commercial significance shall comply with RCW 36.70A.177(3)as currently existing or hereafter amended,
and shall be limited to lands with poor soils or those unsuitable for agriculture.
32. Subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.66,Electric Vehicle Infrastructure.
33. Single family homes located in Twin Pines Trailer Park,Central Mobile Home Park,or Swiftwater shall be subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24,Historic Trailer Court Zone.
34. When located in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone,this use is subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.59.
35. Limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities(such as granges).Allowed as a permitted use in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone,subject to the provisions of KCC
Chapter 17.59.
36. Allowed only as a conditional use in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone,subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.59.
37. Prohibited in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone.Temporary asphalt plants only.
38. As of September 1, 1998,mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and placed within Kittitas County. Those units presently located in Kittitas County that are to be relocated
within Kittitas County must have a fire/life inspection approved by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.Mobile homes located in Twin Pines Trailer Park,Central Mobile
Home Park,or Swiftwater shall be subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24,Historic Trailer Court Zone.
39. Permitted when located within an established mining district;conditional use permit required when located outside established mining district.
40. Single family homes located in Twin Pines Trailer Park,Central Mobile Home Park,or Swiftwater shall be subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24,Historic Trailer Court Zone.
41. Pursuant to RCW 70.128.140.
42. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building(excluding off-street parking and loading areas).
43. Includes truck stop operations.Minor repair work permitted.
44. Limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities(such as granges).
45. Use shall not exceed 10,000 square feet and no more than eight(8)events shall occur within a calendar year.
46. Existing facilities are permitted;new facilities require a conditional use permit.Limited to agricultural products.
47. Limited to seasonal,non-structural hay storage.
48. Services limited to resource based industries
49. All lots greater than one-half(1/2)acre will not have more than fifty percent(50%)of the lot covered by impervious surface.
50. An administrative conditional use permit is required when enhanced agricultural sales or sales of goods produced offsite are provided and/or when the farm stand is located more than forty-
five(45)feet from the centerline of the public street or highway.
51. When enhanced agricultural sales are provided.
52. When approved as part of the PUD development plan.
53. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.62,Public Facilities Permits.
54. Limited to primitive campgrounds as defined by KCC§ 17.08.155A.
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17.15.0060.2 Footnotes Associated with Rural Non-LAMIRD Use Table.
55. Agricultural Enhanced Uses which include eating and drinking establishments and/or event facilities for seminars or other social gatherings are limited to 4,000 square feet of total indoor
floor area.
56. Only allowed as a conditional use when primary use of land is agriculture.
57. Pursuant to KCC§ 17.61 C.050 and§ 17.61 C.060.
58. (Removed per Ord.2022-017,2022)
59. The following standards shall apply to the approval and construction of mini warehouses in the Forest and Range zone:
a. The site shall either be contiguous to a State Highway or contiguous to a designated urban arterial or rural collector road located near a highway intersection or freeway interchange.It is
not necessary for the site to have direct access to such arterial,collector or highway to meet this requirement;
b. Findings shall be made that the use does not require urban government services such as municipal sewer or water service and does not compromise the long-term viability of designated
resource lands;
c. Additional setbacks,physical barriers or site-screening may be required on sites that border resource lands in the Commercial Agriculture or Commercial Forest zoning districts;
d. Measures shall be taken to protect ground and surface water;
e. A mini-warehouse proposal(application)must include plans for aesthetic improvements and/or sight screening;
f. All buildings with storage units facing property boundaries shall have a minimum setback of thirty-five(35)feet;
g. No commercial or manufacturing activities will be permitted within any building or storage unit except for RV storage when authorized under KCC§ 17.15.060.2,Footnote 60;
h. Lease documents shall spell out all conditions and restriction of the use;
i. Signs,other than on-site direction aids,shall number not more than two(2)and shall not exceed forty(40)square feet each in area.
60. Recreational vehicle/equipment service and repair is permitted by conditional use permit in the Forest and Range zoning district.The site shall either be:
a. Contiguous to a State Highway,or
b. Contiguous to a designated urban arterial or rural collector road located near a highway intersection or freeway interchange.
c. It is not necessary for the site to have direct access to such arterial,collector or highway to meet this requirement.
Vehicles under repair shall either be kept inside buildings or visually screened from surrounding areas.No on-street vehicle parking shall be allowed associated with the use.All vehicles,
including recreational vehicles and customer and employee automobiles shall be stored or parked on-site at all times. Maintenance and repair activities shall not take place in RV storage
enclosures or spaces, except limited maintenance and minor repairs may be performed on RV's that are already being stored at the site in order to avoid having to move them,when such
maintenance and repair activities can be completed in two hours or less and only in the enclosures or spaces in which the RV's are already being kept.This use shall be designed to be compatible
with the surrounding rural character,subject to the following standards:
a. Findings shall be made that the use does not require urban governmental services such as municipal sewer or water service and does not compromise the long-term viability of designated
resource lands.
b. Additional setbacks,physical barriers or site-screening may be required on sites that border resource lands in the Commercial Agriculture or Commercial Forest zoning districts.
c. Measures shall be taken to protect ground and surface water.
61. Nurseries limited to the growth,display,and/or sale of plants,shrubs,trees,and materials used in indoor or outdoor planting.Sale of bulk landscape materials such as rock,bark,mulch and
topsoil shall not be permitted in this zone.Pre-packaged landscape materials are excluded from this restriction.
62. Agricultural direct marketing activities shall comply with all of the following standards:
a. The subject property shall be actively farmed by the property owner.
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b. Retail structures shall not total more than three thousand(3,000)square feet.
c. The parcel,or adjacent parcel,shall include the residence of the owner or operator of the farm.
d. Carnival rides,helicopter rides,inflatable features and other typical amusement park games,facilities and structures are not permitted.
e. The use shall be operated in accordance with all applicable federal,state,and local ordinances.
f. New structures or existing structures converted for public use shall meet current building and fire codes.
g. Adequate sanitary facilities shall be provided in accordance with Kittitas County Public Health Department requirements.
h. Adequate ingress/egress shall be provided to and from the site in accordance with Kittitas County Public Works requirements.
i. Sufficient land area is provided to accommodate the proposed use and related parking,and the use and any appurtenant structures shall be so arranged on the land as to minimize any
adverse effects on surrounding properties.The use shall not create particular hazards to adjacent properties.
63. Agricultural seasonal harvest festivities shall comply with all of the following standards:
a. The site shall conform to the requirements for"agricultural direct marketing activities"except as provide for herein.
b. Hours of operation shall occur between 8:00 a.m.and 6:00 p.m.
c. Seasonal harvest festivities are prohibited on vacant property,unless the vacant land adjoins property occupied by the owner/operator of the festivities.
d. Seasonal harvest festivities shall be limited to Friday,Saturday,Sunday,and Monday,from the second weekend of June through the December 31.
e. Inflatable amusement devices,such as moonwalks,slides,or other inflatable games for children,shall be limited to a maximum of five(5)per seasonal harvest festivities event.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-008, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013; Ord. 2014-004, 2014; Ord. 2014-005, 2014; Ord. 2014-015,
2014; Ord. 2015-010,
2015; Ord. 2016-023, 2016; Ord. 2018-001, 2018; Ord. 2018-018, 2018; Ord. 2018-021, 2018; Ord. 2019-013, 2019; Ord. 2021-
015, 2021; Ord.
2022-017, 2022; Ord. 2023-010, 2023)
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Item 25-02
Non-accessory storage structures
Kittitas County code does not currently have a definition for non-accessory storage
structures for residential purposes. The demand for such structures on properties without
a residential structure has increased. Staff are proposing a definition and allowances
within the use tables of Title 17.
Item 25-02 proposes adding the following definition to Title 17.08.
17.08.409. Non-accessory storage structure.
A structure used to store belongings on a lot without a residence, but not for
habitation or commercial use.
In addition to the definition, staff are proposing to add Non-accessory storage structures to
all four of the County allowed use tables as a permitted use within all non-commercial and
non-industrial zones. The specific proposed changes are indicated in red. A footnote has
been added to the "Urban" land use table to reflect specific restrictions within the City of
Ellensburg Urban Growth Area due to our Interlocal Agreement.
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§ 17.08.010 § 17.08.031
CHAPTER 17.08
DEFINITIONS'
§ 17.08.010. Generally.
Certain terms and words used in this title are defined in the following sections. Words used in the
present tense include the future;words in the singular number include the plural number;and words
in the plural number include the singular number; the word "building" includes the word
"structure," and the word "shall' is mandatory and not directory.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.011. Definitions within Ellensburg Urban Growth Area (UGA).
Within the City of Ellensburg UGA, the definitions in KCC § 17.11.036 shall apply. Where terms
are not defined KCC § 17.11.036, the definitions in KCC Chapter 17.08 shall apply.
(Ord. 2022-017, 2022)
§ 17.08.020. Accessory building or accessory use.
"Accessory building" or "accessory use" means a subordinate building or use which is incidental
to that of the main building or use and located on the same tract or lot as the main building or use.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.022. Accessory dwelling unit.
"Accessory dwelling unit" means a self-contained, secondary residential unit that is located on the
same lot as the primary dwelling and provides independent living facilities for one household.
(Ord. 0-2006-01, 2006; Ord. 2010-014, 2010; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-008, 2013; Ord.
2022-017, 2022; Ord. 2023-010, 2023)
§ 17.08.023. Accessory living quarters.
"Accessory living quarters"means separate living quarters with an installed cook source(such as a
range/oven/hood vent)fully contained within a single structure that contains the primary dwelling.
(Ord. 0-2006-01, 2006; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-008, 2013; Ord. 2022-017, 2022)
§ 17.08.030. Access road.
"Access road" means any road,public or private, except a county arterial road.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.030A. Administrative.
"Administrative" means a discretionary action or permit decision made without a public hearing.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.031. Adult family home.
"Adult family home" means a residential home in which a person or persons provide personal
1. Editor's Note:Legislation previously included in Ch.17.08:Ords.68-17,73-3,75-9,76-3,77-1Z,77-12,79-Z-3 and 82-Z-2.
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§ 17.08.031 § 17.08.034C
care, special care, room, and board to more than one (1) but not more than six (6) adults who are
not related by blood or marriage to the person or persons providing the services.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.032. Agriculture processing.
"Agriculture processing" includes but is not limited to feed mills, canneries, preparation of
agriculture product(produce washing, boxing, bulk packaging, baling, etc.), animal slaughter and
meat preparation.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.033. Agriculture production.
"Agriculture production" means raising of crops, animals and other agricultural products.
Definition excludes feedlots, which are defined separately.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2014-005, 2014)
§ 17.08.034. Agriculture sales.
"Agriculture sales" includes, but is not limited to, private or public sales (including auctions) of
agricultural products such as fruit/produce, eggs, milk cheese, and livestock that expand beyond
the restrictions for"agricultural direct marketing activities.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2021-015, 2021)
§ 17.08.034A. Agriculture sales-enhanced.
"Agricultural sales-enhanced" means the selling of agricultural products grown or raised locally
that have been enhanced to improve market value. Enhanced agricultural sales activities include,
but are not limited to: sales of prepared food or beverages, crafts, floral arrangements; and tasting
rooms. Marijuana product sales are excluded. Enhanced agricultural sales operations may also
include the retail sale of fresh or unprocessed agricultural products.
(Ord. 2014-015, 2014)
§ 17.08.034B. Agricultural enhanced uses (AEU).
"Agricultural enhanced uses (AEU)" refers to a use that is accessory to a working farm, approved
winery, distillery, cider house or brewery or any agricultural, horticultural, or agribusiness
operation that is open to the public for the purpose of enjoyment, education, or active involvement
in the activities of the agricultural operation. These activities must be related to agriculture, and
incidental to the primary operation on the site. The retail sales of agricultural related products
is considered accessory and subordinate to the agricultural operation when the products sold are
grown or produced on site.
(Ord. 2016-023, 2016; Ord. 2021-015, 2021)
§ 17.08.034C. Agricultural direct marketing activities.
Those accessory activities associated with the retail sale of agricultural products produced on and
off the premises. This includes the sale of nonagricultural products (e.g., crafts, antiques, kitchen
goods,etc.),educational classes and tours,commercial farm rides on premises,and temporary food
services.
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§ 17.08.034C § 17.08.035
(Ord. 2021-015, 2021)
§ 17.08.034D. Agricultural seasonal harvest festivities.
Those temporary and accessory activities associated with the sale of annual harvest crops. These
accessory activities may include live music,temporary food service establishments, vendors other
than the owners or operators of the farm, commercial farm rides on the premises and recreational
activities (e.g., corn mazes, craft booths, etc.).
(Ord. 2021-015, 2021)
§ 17.08.034E. Agricultural expanded seasonal harvest festivities.
Expanded seasonal harvest festivities allow a farming activity to expand beyond the restrictions
for seasonal harvest festivities.The purpose and intent of the conditional use for expanded seasonal
harvest festivities is to allow direct marketing of crops to the public. It is not to provide alternative
ways to create permanent or semi-permanent sales businesses that would otherwise require a zone
reclassification to a commercial zone.
(Ord. 2021-015, 2021)
§ 17.08.034.F. Agritourism.
"Agritourism activity" means any activity carried out on a farm or ranch whose primary business
activity is agriculture or ranching and that allows members of the general public, for recreational,
entertainment, or educational purposes,to view or enjoy rural activities, including, but not limited
to: Farming; ranching, historic cultural and on-site educational programs, recreational farming
programs that may include on-site hospitality services, guided and self-guided tours,petting zoos,
farm festivals, corn mazes, harvest-your-own operations, hayrides,barn parties, horseback riding,
fishing, and camping.
"Agritourism professional"means any person in the business of providing one or more agritourism
activities, whether or not for compensation.
"Inherent risks of agritourism activity" means those dangers or conditions that are an integral part
of an agritourism activity including certain hazards, such as surface and subsurface conditions,
natural conditions of land, vegetation, waters, the behavior of wild or domestic animals, and
ordinary dangers of structures or equipment ordinarily used in farming and ranching operations.
Inherent risks of agritourism activity also include the potential of a participant to act in a negligent
manner that may contribute to injury to the participant or others, including failing to follow
instructions given by the agritourism professional, or failing to exercise reasonable caution while
engaging in the agritourism activity,unless the participant acting in a negligent manner is a minor
or is under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
"Participant" means any person, other than the agritourism professional, who engages in an
agritourism activity.
"Person" means an individual, fiduciary, firm, association, partnership, limited liability company,
corporation,unit of government, or any other group acting as a unit.
(Ord. 2025-001, 1/7/2025)
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§ 17.08.035 § 17.08.100
§ 17.08.035. Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
"Agriculture study overlay zone" means properties containing prime farmland soils, as defined by
United States Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service in Agriculture Handbook No.
210, and located in the former Thorp Urban Growth Node Boundaries and outside of LAMIRD
boundaries.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.040. Airport.
"Airport" means any area of land or water designed and set aside for landing and taking off of
aircraft.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.050. Alteration.
"Alteration" means a change in construction or a change of occupancy. Where the term alteration
is applied to a change in construction,it is intended to apply to any change,addition or modification
in construction. Where the term is used in connection with a change of occupancy,it is intended to
apply to changes of occupancy from one (1) trade or use to another or from one (1) division of a
trade or use to another.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.060. Amendment.
"Amendment" means a change in the wording, context,boundaries or maps which are a part of
this title by the county commissioners in the manner prescribed by law.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.063. Amenity funds.
"Amenity funds" means cash payments to cities to help offset the costs of taking additional
density.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009)
§ 17.08.067. Animal boarding.
"Animal boarding" means a facility where animals are housed, fed, and cared for, excluding a
veterinary clinic, for a period greater than twenty-four(24) hours for commercial purposes. Such
uses shall include, but are not limited to, kennels and boarding stables.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2009-25, 2009; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2019-013, 2019)
§ 17.08.068. Animal crematory.
"Animal crematory" means a dedicated area within a building approved for animal cremation
services or an accessory building wherein animal remains are cremated.
(Ord. 2021-015, 2021)
§ 17.08.070. Repealed.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
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§ 17.08.100 § 17.08.130
§ 17.08.100. Auto wrecking yard.
"Auto wrecking yard"means any place in the business of buying, selling or dealing in vehicles of a
type required to be licensed under the laws of this state, for the purpose of wrecking, dismantling,
disassembling or substantially changing the form of any motor vehicle, or which buys or sells
integral secondhand parts of component material thereof.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.101. Battery charging station.
"Battery charging station" means an electrical component assembly or cluster of component
assemblies designed specifically to charge batteries within electric vehicles, which meet or exceed
any standards, codes, and regulations set forth by chapter 19.28 RCW and consistent with rules
adopted under RCW 19.27.540.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011)
§ 17.08.102. Battery electric vehicle(BEV).
"Battery electric vehicle (BEV)" means any vehicle that operates exclusively on electrical energy
from an off-board source that is stored in the vehicle's batteries, and produces zero tailpipe
emissions or pollution when stationary or operating.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.103. Battery exchange station.
"Battery exchange station" means a fully automated facility that will enable an electric vehicle
with a swappable battery to enter a drive lane and exchange the depleted battery with a fully
charged battery through a fully automated process, which meets or exceeds any standards, codes,
and regulations set forth by chapter 19.27 RCW and consistent with rules adopted under RCW
19.27.540.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.105. Bed and breakfast.
"Bed and breakfast" means any establishment located in a structure designed for a single family
residence that has more than two (2) rooms for rent on a daily basis and offers a meal as part of
the cost of a room, regardless of whether the owner or operator of the establishment resides in any
of the structures. Excludes rehabilitation centers, group homes, clinics, nursing homes, church
camps, and other similar uses.
(Ord. 93-21 (part), 1993; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.110. Board.
"Board" means Kittitas County Board of County Commissioners.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.120. Repealed.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2012-009, 2012)
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§ 17.08.130 § 17.08.155A
§ 17.08.130. Building.
"Building" means a structure having roof supported by columns or walls for the shelter, support
or enclosure of persons, animals or chattels.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.135. Building height.
"Building height" means the vertical distance from grade plane to the average height of the
highest roof surface. Grade plain is the reference plane representing the average of finished ground
level adjoining the building at exterior walls. Where the finished ground level slopes away from
the exterior walls, the reference plane shall be established by the lowest points within the area
between the building and the lot line or, where the lot line is more than six (6) feet(1829 mm)
from the building,between the building and a point six(6) feet(1829 mm) from the building.
(Ord. 2010-014, 2010; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.140. Building line.
"Building line" means a line established at a minimum distance a building may be located from
any property line as determined by the standards of this title.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.150. Repealed.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.155. Campground.
"Campground" means any parcel or tract of land under the control of any person, organization, or
governmental entity wherein two(2) or more recreational vehicle,recreational park trailer or other
camping unit sites are offered for the use of the public or members of an organization. Typically
the length of stay for a majority of the guests will range from one (1) to fourteen (14) days. The
purpose of a campground use shall relate primarily to vacation,recreation and similar pursuits, and
is not a place of permanent residence for the campers. A single-family residence may be allowed
for the owner or caretaker. Very limited service commercial activities may be allowed which are
intended for campers of the campground and must be approved as part of a conditional use permit.
Youth Camps may offer additional education and child-care assistance elements as secondary uses
to the Campground. These secondary uses shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local
regulations.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013; Ord. 2021-015, 2021)
§ 17.08.155A. Campground,primitive.
"Campground, primitive" means dispersed camping outside of a designated campground or a
campground without full amenities. Dispersed camping means there are no designated campsites,
no toilets, no picnic tables, no trash cans, no treated water, and no fire grates. Dispersed camping
is not allowed in the vicinity of developed recreation sites such as campgrounds,boat ramps,picnic
areas, or trailheads. A campground without full amenities means that sanican/vault toilets,
campfire rings, picnic tables, and graveled/identified campsites are allowed; however no utilities
such as water, septic, and power, or pavement are allowed except for paved road aprons or similar.
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§ 17.08.155A § 17.08.165
(Ord. 2015-010, 2015; Ord. 2018-021, 2018)
§ 17.08.156. Camp site.
"Camp site" means a specific area within an RV park or campground that is set aside for use by a
camping unit.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.157. Camping unit.
"Camping unit" means any portable structure, shelter or vehicle designed and intended for
occupancy by persons engaged in RV activities or camping. The basic units are: recreational
vehicle, tent,portable camping cabin, teepee, yurt or other portable shelter.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.158. Charging levels.
"Charging levels" means the standardized indicators of electrical force, or voltage, at which an
electric vehicle's battery is recharged. The terms "l," "2," and "3" are the most common EV
charging levels, and include the following specifications:
Level 1 is considered slow charging.
Level 2 is considered medium charging.
Level 3 is considered fast or rapid charging.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.160. Clinic.
"Clinic" means any building or portion of any building containing offices for providing medical,
dental or psychiatric services for outpatients only.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.161. Clubhouses,fraternities and lodges.
"Clubhouses, fraternities and lodges" means associations of persons organized for social,
education, literary or charitable purposes. This definition includes community meeting halls,
clubhouses and lodges for philanthropic institutions, private clubs, fraternal or nonprofit
organizations, and social service organizations. This definition excludes religious institutions.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.162. Repealed.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013)
§ 17.08.163. Repealed.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013)
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§ 17.08.165 § 17.08.190
§ 17.08.165. Commercial activities associated with agriculture.
"Commercial activities associated with agriculture"means any commercial endeavor including the
custom fabrication and construction of products or materials, as well as services which are in
support of, or supplemental to agricultural activities. Such use in areas designated as agricultural
land of long term commercial significance shall comply with RCW 36.70A.177(3) as currently
existing or hereafter amended, and shall be limited to lands with poor soils or those unsuitable for
agriculture.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009; Ord. 2018-001, 2018)
§ 17.08.170. Commission.
"Commission" means the Kittitas County Planning Commission.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.171. Common area.
"Common area" means land commonly owned to include open space, landscaping or recreation
facilities (e.g.,typically owned by a homeowners' association or by the State through conservation
easements).
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.180. Conditional uses.
For the definition of"Conditional uses" see "Use."
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.183. Conservation easement.
"Conservation easement" means a legal agreement between a landlord and a land trust or
government agency that permanently limits uses of the land in order to protect its nondevelopment
values. It allows the landowner to continue to own and use the land, to sell it, or to pass it on to
heirs. A conservation easement is placed on a sending site at the time development rights are sold
from the property. The conservation easement typically prohibits any further development of the
property but allows resource uses, such as farming and forestry, to continue.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009)
§ 17.08.187. Conservation or resource values.
"Conservation or resource values" means the use and suitability of the land for farm, agricultural,
or forest production and the perpetual retention of the land for such purpose.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.188. County.
"County"means the County of Kittitas, Washington.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.190. County arterial road.
"County arterial road" means any county road designated by resolution at any time as a county
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arterial road by the Board.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.191. Critter pad.
"Critter pad"means livestock flood sanctuary areas.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.195. Day care facilities.
"Day care facilities" means a licensed establishment for group care of nonresident adults or
children.
(Ord. 90-15 § 1, 1990; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2022-017, 2022)
§ 17.08.197. Density(ies).
"Density(ies)" means a measurement of the number of dwelling units in relationship to a specified
amount of land. As used in this Code, density is determined based on the gross parcel or lot
area, which includes land that will be dedicated as right-of-way through the development process.
It does not include land previously dedicated as right-of-way. Density is a measurement used
generally for residential uses.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.198. Repealed.
(Ord. 98-22 (part), 1998; Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013)
§ 17.08.198A. Develop.
"Develop" means to construct or alter a structure or to make a physical change to the land
including excavations and fills.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.198B. Development.
"Development" means all improvements on a site, including buildings, other structures,parking
and loading areas, landscaping, paved or graveled areas, and areas devoted to exterior display or
storage activities. Development includes improved open areas such as plazas and walkways, but
does not include natural geologic forms or unimproved land. See also Exterior Improvements.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-008, 2013)
§ 17.08.199. Development right.
"Development right" means an interest in and the right under current law to use and subdivide a
lot for any and all residential, commercial, and industrial purposes.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009)
§ 17.08.199A. Director.
"Director" means the director of Kittitas County Community Development Services department or
designee.
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§ 17.08.199A § 17.08.223A
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.200. Dwelling.
"Dwelling" means a building or portion thereof designed exclusively for residential occupancy.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.210. Dwelling, multiple-family.
"Multiple-family dwelling" means a dwelling designed or used for occupancy by more than two
(2) families.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.211. Dwelling, single-family.
"Single-family dwelling" means a dwelling designed or used for occupancy by one(1 ) family.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.220. Dwelling, two-family.
"Two-family dwelling" means a building designed exclusively for occupancy by two (2) families
living independently of each other.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.221. Electric scooters and motorcycles.
"Electric scooters and motorcycles" means any two-(2)-wheel vehicle that operates exclusively on
electrical energy from an off-board source that is stored in the vehicle's batteries and produces zero
emissions or pollution when stationary or operating.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.222. Electric vehicle.
"Electric vehicle" means any vehicle that operates, either partially or exclusively, on electrical
energy from the grid, or an off-board source, that is stored on-board for motive purpose. "Electric
vehicle" includes: (1) a battery electric vehicle; (2) a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle; (3) a
neighborhood electric vehicle; and(4) a medium-speed electric vehicle.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011)
§ 17.08.223. Electric vehicle charging station.
"Electric vehicle charging station"means a public or private parking space that is served by battery
charging station equipment that has as its primary purpose the transfer of electric energy (by
conductive or inductive means) to a battery or other energy storage device in an electric vehicle.
An electric vehicle charging station equipped with Level 1 or Level 2 charging equipment is
permitted outright as an accessory use to any principal use.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011)
§ 17.08.223A. Electric vehicle charging station -Restricted.
"Electric vehicle charging station - restricted" means an electric vehicle charging station that is
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(1)privately owned and restricted access (e.g., single-family home, executive parking, designated
employee parking) or (2) publicly owned and restricted (e.g., fleet parking with no access to the
general public).
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011)
§ 17.08.223B. Electric vehicle charging station-Public.
"Electric vehicle charging station - public" means an electric vehicle charging station that is (1)
publicly owned and publicly available (e.g., Park & Ride parking, public library parking lot, on-
street parking) or (2) privately owned and publicly available (e.g., shopping center parking, non-
reserved parking in multi-family parking lots).
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011)
§ 17.08.224. Electric vehicle infrastructure.
"Electric vehicle infrastructure" means structures, machinery, and equipment necessary and
integral to support an electric vehicle, including battery charging stations, rapid charging stations,
and battery exchange stations.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011)
§ 17.08.224A. Electric vehicle parking space.
"Electric vehicle parking space" means any marked parking space that identifies the use to be
exclusively for the parking of an electric vehicle.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011)
§ 17.08.225. Explosives.
Any chemical compound, mixture, or device, the primary or common purpose of which is to
function by explosion. In addition the term "explosives" shall include all material which is
classified as division 1.1. 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, or 1.6 explosives by the United States department of
transportation. For the purposes of this chapter, small arms ammunition, small arms ammunition
primers, smokeless powder not exceeding fifty pounds, and black powder not exceeding five
pounds shall not be defined as explosives,unless possessed or used for a purpose inconsistent with
small arms use or other lawful purpose.
(Ord. 2018-021, 2018)
§ 17.08.226. Explosives magazine.
Any building or other structure, other than an explosives process building, used for the storage of
explosives. The term"magazine"may be used in KCC to refer to an explosives magazine.
(Ord. 2018-021, 2018)
§ 17.08.227. Explosives process building.
Any building or other structure (excepting magazines) containing explosives, in which the
manufacturer of explosives,or any processing involving explosives,is carried on,and any building
where explosives are used as a component part or ingredient in the manufacture of any article or
device.
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(Ord. 2018-021, 2018)
§ 17.08.228. Explosives storage or manufacture.
Any site, with any explosives process building, and/or magazine situated thereon, used in
connection with the manufacturing or processing of explosives or in which any process involving
explosives is carried on, or the storage of explosives thereat, as well as any premises where
explosives are used as a component part or ingredient in the manufacture of any article or device.
(Ord. 2018-021, 2018)
§ 17.08.229. Extremely hazardous waste.
"Extremely hazardous waste" means those dangerous wastes designated in WAC 173-303-070
through 173-303-103 as extremely hazardous. The abbreviation "EHW" may be used in this title
to refer to those dangerous wastes which are extremely hazardous.
(Ord. 93-1(part), 1993; Ord. 2018-021, 2018)
§ 17.08.230. Family.
"Family"means a number of related individuals or unrelated individuals living together as a single
housekeeping unit, and doing their cooking on the premises exclusively as one(1)household. This
definition excludes group homes and short-term rentals. The amount of individuals living together
can not exceed applicable health and safety provision.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2022-017, 2022)
§ 17.08.240. Repealed.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.250. Farm.
"Farm" means an area of land devoted to the production of field or truck crops, livestock or
livestock products, which constitute the major use of such property.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.255. Farm labor shelter.
"Farm labor shelter" means an accessory dwelling unit used exclusively as temporary or seasonal
housing of farm laborers who are doing farm labor on the farm on which the shelters are located.
This definition shall include all manufactured housing and travel trailers provided all trailers are
served by the full range of utilities including water, sewerage and power.
(Ord. 93-6 (part), 1993; Ord. 2007-22, 2007)
§ 17.08.255A. Farm visit.
"Farm visit" means a farm or ranch providing customers a day-use learning experience about
the practice of farming or ranching. A Farm Visit operation does not include overnight
accommodations. Enhanced agricultural sales are allowed.
(Ord. 2014-015, 2014)
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§ 17.08.256 § 17.08.262A
§ 17.08.256. Farm stands.
"Farm stands"means a temporary use which is primarily engaged in the sale of fresh agricultural
products, grown on-or off-site, but may include limited prepackaged food products and nonfood
items. This use is to be seasonal in duration, open for the duration of the local harvest season.
Enhanced agricultural sales are allowed.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2014-015, 2014; Ord. 2015-010, 2015)
§ 17.08.260. Feedlot.
"Feedlot" means any area used for the continuous feeding of five hundred 500 or more head
of cattle destined for slaughter, confined at a density of less than five hundred 500 square feet per
head on a year round basis. This shall not be interpreted to include dairy operations with a
Washington State Grade A license.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 91-4, 1991; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.261. Forestry.
(Ord. 2001-13 (part), 2001; Ord. 2009-25, 2009; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; repealed by Ord.
2009-25)
§ 17.08.261A. Forest product processing.
"Forest product processing" means the harvesting and commercial production of forest products
including but not limited to saw mills, chippers, log sorting and storage.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.261B. Forest product sales.
"Forest product sales" means wholesaling and retailing of vegetation from forest lands including
but not limited to fuel woods, cones, Christmas trees, salal, berries, ferns, greenery, mistletoe,
herbs, and mushrooms.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.261C. Freighting and trucking yard or terminal.
"Freighting and trucking yard or terminal" means an area in which trucks, tractor and/or trailer
units, and semitrailers are parked for seventy two (72) hours or less, and dispatched.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.262. Golf course.
"Golf course"means a recreational facility designed and developed for golf activities.May include
as accessory uses a pro shop, snack bar(not including restaurants), and caddy shack/maintenance
buildings.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.262A. Grade.
"Grade" means the lowest point of elevation of the finished surface of the ground, paving, or
sidewalk within the area between the building and the property line or, when the property line is
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more than five (5) feet from the building, between the building and a line five (5) feet from the
building.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.262B. Grading.
"Grading" means all cuts, fills, embankments, stockpile areas, and equipment maneuvering areas
associated with development.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.262C. Grazing.
"Grazing" means providing herbage for cattle, sheep,goats or horses, including the supplementary
feeding of such animals, as a discrete activity not part of nor conducted in conjunction with any
dairy, livestock feed yard, livestock sales yard, or commercial riding academy.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.263. Group care facility.
"Group care facility" means living quarters for children or adults meeting applicable Federal
and State standards that function as a single housekeeping unit and provide supporting services,
including but not limited to counseling, rehabilitation, and medical supervision, not exceeding
more than twenty (20) residents including staff. If staffed by nonresident staff, each twenty-four
(24)staff hours per day equals one(1)full-time residing staff member for purposes of determining
number of staff.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2018-001, 2018)
§ 17.08.265. Group home.
"Group home" means a home for at least seven (7) and not more than fifteen (15) persons,
plus house parents, providing residential facilities in a homelike environment directed to allow a
degree of community participation and human dignity not provided in an institutional atmosphere.
(Ord. 87-9 § 1, 1987; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.266. Guest house.
"Guest house" means an accessory building designed, constructed, and used for the purpose of
providing temporary sleeping accommodations for guests, or for members of the same family as
that occupying the main structure, and containing no kitchen facilities.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.270. Guest ranch or guest farm.
"Guest ranch or guest farm" means a business or an organization providing overnight lodging,
dining and recreational facilities in a rural setting. The purpose of a guest ranch or guest farm shall
relate primarily to vacation, recreation and similar pursuits, and does not include rehabilitation
centers, group homes, clinics, nursing homes, churches and church camps, and other similar uses.
Events such as auctions,barbecues and similar gatherings which do not provide overnight lodging
or which are not conducted on a continuous basis shall not be considered as guest ranches or guest
farms. Enhanced agricultural sales are allowed.
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§ 17.08.270 § 17.08.310
(Ord. 83-Z-5, 1983; Ord. 93-21 (part), 1993; Ord. 2014-015, 2014)
§ 17.08.280. Hazardous waste.
"Hazardous waste" means those solid wastes designated by 40 CFR Part 261 and regulated as
hazardous waste by the United States EPA.
(Ord. 93-1 (part), 1993)
§ 17.08.281. Hazardous waste facility.
"Hazardous waste facility" means all contiguous land, and structures, other appurtenances, and
improvements on the land used for recycling, reusing, reclaiming, transferring, storing, treating,
or disposing of dangerous waste. Unless otherwise specific in this chapter, the terms "facility,"
"treatment," "storage," "disposal facility" or "waste management facility" shall be used
interchangeably.
(Ord. 93-1 (part), 1993)
§ 17.08.282. Hazardous waste storage.
"Hazardous waste storage" means the holding of dangerous waste for a temporary period.
Accumulation of dangerous waste by the generator on the site of generation is not storage as
long as the generator complies with the applicable requirements of WAC 173-303-200 and 173-
303-201.
(Ord. 93-1 (part), 1993)
§ 17.08.283. Hazardous waste treatment.
"Hazardous waste treatment" means the physical, chemical, or biological processing of dangerous
waste to make such wastes non-dangerous or less dangerous, safer for transport, amenable for
energy or material resource recovery, amenable for storage, or reduced in volume.
(Ord. 93-1 (part), 1993)
§ 17.08.290. Home occupation.
"Home occupation" means any lawful profession, craft or service commonly carried on within
a dwelling or accessory building provided such activity is secondary to the use of said dwelling
for residential purposes, and provided that there is no outdoor display of merchandise. Home
occupations include operations that provide care to twelve(12)or fewer individuals in any twenty-
four (24) hour period within the caregiver's place of residence. This definition shall not be
interpreted to include the sale of firewood, farm produce, or similar activities.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.300. Hospital.
"Hospital" means an institution specializing in and providing facilities and services in surgery,
obstetrics, and general medical practice for human beings and licensed by state law for that
purpose.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
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§ 17.08.310. Hospital, animal or veterinary.
"Animal or veterinary hospital" means an establishment in which veterinary services, clipping,
bathing,boarding and other services are rendered to animals and domestic pets.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007)
§ 17.08.320. Impound/towing yard.
"Impound/towing yard" means a fully enclosed area which is designed to hold and store vehicles
for a period not more than ninety(90)days which have been impounded by a jurisdiction or private
party.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2014-015, 2014)
§ 17.08.321. Infill.
"Infill" means the development of new housing or other buildings on scattered vacant sites in a
built-up area.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.324. Interlocal agreement.
"Interlocal agreement" means a legal contract between two (2) or more local jurisdictions (cities
and counties) that specifies the condition under which TDR credits may be transferred (typically
from an unincorporated county into an incorporated city). Interlocal agreements must be endorsed
by the legislative bodies of both jurisdictions.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.326. Interpretive center.
An institution for dissemination of knowledge of natural or cultural heritage of the surrounding
area.
(Ord. 2018-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.327. Repealed.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2009-25, 2009; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.329. Junk.
"Junk" means of inoperable motor vehicles or equipment,vehicle or equipment parts,used lumber
and building materials, pipe, appliances, demolition waste, or any used material. This shall not be
interpreted to include the normal storage or accumulation of viable and/or operable agricultural
equipment.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.330. Junkyard.
"Junkyard" means any lot, parcel, building, structure or portion thereof, used for the storage,
collection, processing, purchase, sale, exchange, salvage or disposal of junk, including scrap
materials, unlicensed or inoperable vehicles, vehicle parts, used appliances, machinery or parts
thereof. This shall not be interpreted to include the normal storage or accumulation of viable and/
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or operable agricultural equipment.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.340. Repealed.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.360. Lot.
"Lot" means any area, tract or parcel of land owned by or under the control and in the lawful
possession of one distinct ownership. The term means any type of land holding and includes, but
is not limited to, lots platted in subdivisions.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.361. Lot, flag.
"Lot, flag" means a lot with two distinct parts:
The flag, which is the only building site; and is located behind another lot; and
The pole, which connects the flag to the street or road,provides the only street frontage for the
lot, and is less than the minimum lot width for the zone in which it is located.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.370. Lot line, front.
"Lot line, front" means a lot line with frontage on any public street,private street, right-of-way or
other means of vehicular access, other than an alley.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2019-013, 2019; Ord. 2022-017, 2022)
§ 17.08.380. Lot line, rear.
"Rear lot line" means any boundary opposite and most distant from front lot line and not
intersecting a front lot line.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.390. Lot line, side.
"Side lot line" means any boundary line not a front or rear lot line.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.390B. Lot, through.
"Lot,through" means a lot that has frontage on two (2) easements (public or private) for access.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2019-013, 2019)
§ 17.08.390C. Street frontage.
"Street frontage"means the linear frontage of a parcel or property abutting a street or vehicular
access easement.
(Ord. 2019-013, 2019)
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§ 17.08.391. Manufactured home.
"Manufactured home" means a single-family residence constructed after June 15, 1976, and in
accordance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requirements
for manufactured housing and bearing the appropriate insignia indication for such compliance. The
unit must be transportable in one (1) or more sections, which in the traveling mode, is eight
(8)body feet or more in width or forty(40)body width in length, or when erected on site exceeds
four hundred (400) square feet and which is built on a permanent chassis. A manufactured home
shall be affixed to a foundation system in accordance with Chapter 296-150M WAC as
administered by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. The manufacturer's
requirements shall be followed for placement and if there are no manufacturer instructions,
the Kittitas County department of building and fire safety requirements shall be imposed. A
manufactured home has a red insignia from the Department of Labor and Industries.
(Ord. 9822 (part), 1998; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.392. Manufacturing.
"Manufacturing" includes, but is not limited to, assembly, storage, packaging or treatment of
products and merchandise such as drugs, food, beverages, cosmetics and toiletries, and products
made from materials such as textiles, metals, paper, plastics, stone, wood, and paint.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.392A. Marijuana processing.
"Marijuana processing" means the preparation of marijuana products including,but not limited to,
boxing, bulk packaging, portioning, labeling, or the creation of marijuana derivative and edible
products.
(Ord. 2014-004, 2014)
§ 17.08.392B. Marijuana production.
"Marijuana production" means any operation to raise or produce marijuana.
(Ord. 2014-004, 2014)
§ 17.08.392C. Marijuana, retail sales.
"Marijuana,retail sales"means any operation or business selling,distributing,or dispensing usable
marijuana or marijuana-infused products which have been prepared, processed, or packaged for
end user consumption.
(Ord. 2014-015, 2014)
§ 17.08.393. Medium-speed electric vehicle.
"Medium-speed electric vehicle" means a self-propelled, electrically powered four-(4)-wheeled
motor vehicle, equipped with a roll cage or crush-proof body design, whose speed attainable
in one (1) mile is more than twenty-five (25) miles per hour but not more than thirty-five (35)
miles per hour and otherwise meets or exceeds the Federal regulations set forth in 49 C.F.R. Sec.
571.500.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
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§ 17.08.395. Repealed.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2014-004, 2014; Ord. 2014-015, 2014)
§ 17.08.396. Repealed.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.397. Mini warehouse.
"Mini warehouse" means a building or group of buildings containing individual
compartmentalized access stalls or lockers for the dead storage of customers' goods or wares.
(Ord. 83-Z-2 (part), 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.397A. Mining and excavation.
"Mining and excavation" means extraction of earth materials including but not limited to clay,
coal, gravel, minerals, metallic substances, peat, sand, stone, topsoil, and any other similar solid
material or substance to be excavated from natural deposits on or in the earth for commercial,
industrial, or construction use.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.398. Mobile home.
"Mobile home" means a structure transportable in one (1) or more sections that are eight (8) feet
or more in width and thirty-two (32) feet or more in length,built on a permanent chassis, designed
to be used as a permanent dwelling and constructed before June 15, 1976. Beginning September
1, 1998, mobile homes will no longer be allowed to be transported and placed within Kittitas
County. Those units presently located in Kittitas County that are to be relocated within Kittitas
County must have a fire/life inspection approved by the Washington State Department of Labor
and Industries.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 98-22 (part), 1998; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.399. Modular home.
"Modular home"means a manufactured structure originally designed for initial movement without
benefit of an undercarriage frame or its own wheels to a site of permanent placement on a full
perimeter foundation, used for residential purposes, and exceeds eight hundred sixty-four (846)
square feet of enclosed living area. A modular home shall be considered a "dwelling" or "single-
family residence". A "modular home" constructed to International Building Code standards and
bearing the gold insignia from the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries shall be
considered to be a single-family residence.
(Ord. 93-21 (part), 1993; Ord. 98-22 (part), 1998; Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.400. Repealed.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.408. Neighborhood electric vehicle.
"Neighborhood electric vehicle" means a self-propelled, electrically powered four-(4)-wheeled
motor vehicle whose speed attainable in one (1) mile is more than twenty(20)miles per hour and
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not more than twenty-five (25) miles per hour and conforms to federal regulations under Title 49
C.F.R. Part 571.500.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.409. Non-accessory storage structure.
A structure used to store belongings on a lot without a residence, not to be used for habitation or
commercial use.
§ 17.08.410. Nonconforming use.
For more information on "nonconforming use" see "Use."
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2007-22,2007; Ord. 2013-001,2013)
§ 17.08.412. Non-electric vehicle.
"Non-electric vehicle" means any motor vehicle that does not meet the definition of "electric
vehicle."
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.415. Nurseries.
An establishment for the growth,display, and/or sale of plants, shrubs,trees, and materials used in
indoor or outdoor planting such as but not limited to beauty bark, round landscape rock, topsoil,
and mulch, conducted within or without an enclosed building.
(Ord. 2018-021, 2018)
§ 17.08.420. Nursing home.
"Nursing home"means a home,place or institution which operates or maintains facilities providing
convalescence or chronic care or both for a period in excess of twenty-four(24) consecutive hours
for three (3) or more patients not related by blood or marriage to the operator, who by reason of
illness or infirmity are unable properly to care for themselves, and is licensed by the State
Department of Health as a nursing home.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.421. Office.
"Office" means a place at which the affairs of a business, profession, service, or industry are
conducted and generally furnished with desks, tables, files and communication equipment.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.424. Off-site hazardous waste facilities.
"Off-site hazardous waste facilities" means hazardous waste treatment and storage facilities that
treat and store waste from generators on properties other than those on which the off-site facilities
are located.
(Ord. 93-1 (part), 1993)
§ 17.08.427. On-site hazardous waste facilities.
"On-site hazardous waste facilities" means hazardous waste treatment and storage facilities that
treat and store waste from generators located on the same property or from contiguous property
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within Kittitas County.
(Ord. 93-1 (part), 1993)
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§ 17.08.428. Open space.
"Open space" means land within a development that has been dedicated in common to the
ownership within the development or to the public specifically for the purpose of providing places
for recreation, conservation or other open space uses. May include public or private lands.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.430. Outdoor advertising signs and billboards.
1. "Outdoor advertising signs and billboards" means any card, paper, cloth, metal, wooden or
other display or device of any kind or character, including but not limiting the same to any
poster, bill, printing, painting or other advertisement of any kind whatsoever, including
statuary, placed for outdoor advertising purposes on or to the ground or any tree, wall, rack,
fence, building, structure or thing.
2. "Outdoor advertising signs and billboards" does not include:
a. Official notices issued by any court or public body or officer;
b. Notices posted by any public officer in performance of a public duty or by any person
in giving legal notice;
c. Directional, warning or information structures required by or authorized by law or by
federal, state, county or city authority.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.430A. Overlay zone/district.
"Overlay zone/district" means overlay zones that impose and/or relax requirements of an
underlying land use district, or base zone, where characteristics of the land or neighborhood, or
the types of development planned for an area, require special regulations.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.430B. Ownership.
"Ownership" means an ownership is one (1) or more contiguous lots that are owned by the same
person, partnership, association, or corporation. Ownership also includes lots that are in common
ownership but are separated by a right-of-way.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.431. Park model trailer.
"Park model trailer" means a trailer designed to provide seasonal or temporary living quarters
which may be used with temporary connections to utilities necessary for operation of installed
fixtures and appliances. It has a gross trailer area not exceeding four hundred(400) square feet.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.440. Parking space.
"Parking space" means a minimum gross area available for the parking of a standard American
automobile.
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(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.445. Parks and playgrounds.
"Parks and playgrounds" means sites designed or developed for recreational use including,but not
limited to playfields, picnic facilities, outdoor activity areas, trails, play structures, and facilities
for on-site maintenance.
(Ord. 2005-35, 2005; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013)
§ 17.08.450. Planned unit development.
"Planned unit development" means a development that departs from strict compliance with the
zoning and subdivision standards in order to accomplish objectives that serve the public welfare
pursuant to standards in KCC Chapter 17.36.
(Ord. 83-Z-2 (part), 1983; Ord. 90-6 (part), 1990; Ord. 2005-35, 2005; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.455. Planning commission or commission.
"Planning commission" or "commission" means the Kittitas County planning commission.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2005-35, 2005)
§ 17.08.455A. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle(PHEV).
"Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV)" means an electric vehicle that (1) contains an internal
combustion engine and also allows power to be delivered to drive wheels by an electric motor;
(2) charges its battery primarily by connecting to the grid or other off-board electrical source; (3)
may additionally be able to sustain battery charge using an on-board internal-combustion-driven
generator; and(4) has the ability to travel powered by electricity.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2011-013, 2011)
§ 17.08.456. Repealed.
(Ord. 2015-010, 2015)
§ 17.08.457. Public facilities.
"Public facilities" means capital improvements and systems to support transportation, law
enforcement, fire protection, and recreation. Facilities include but are not limited to fire stations,
police stations, and bus stops.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.460. Public office building.
"Public office building" means a structure used as the office or for the purpose of conducting
official business by an agency of the federal government, state government or a political sub-
division of the state of Washington.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.461. Rapid charging station.
"Rapid charging station" means an industrial grade electrical outlet that allows for faster
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recharging of electric vehicle batteries through higher power levels and that meets or exceeds any
standards,codes,and regulations set forth by chapter 19.28 RCW and consistent with rules adopted
under RCW 19.27.540
(Ord. 2011-013, 2011)
§ 17.08.462. Receiving site.
"Receiving site" means those lots where the procurement of TDR credits facilitate a permissible
change in the allowed intensity on the property pursuant to the TDR chapter and all other
controlling policies and law.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009)
§ 17.08.463. Recreation,indoor.
"Recreation, indoor" means a place designed and equipped for the conduct of sports and leisure-
time activities within an enclosed space. Examples include gymnasium,bowling alley, dance hall,
billiard hall, theaters, indoor tennis and racquetball courts, and indoor swimming pools. This
definition excludes stadiums. Indoor recreation uses for the private use of the landowner are
permitted outright.
(Ord. 2013-012, 2013)
§ 17.08.464. Recreation, outdoor.
"Recreation, outdoor" means a place designed and equipped for the conduct of sports and leisure-
time activities with little or no enclosed space. Examples include: outdoor theaters, tennis courts,
swimming pools, batting cages, amusement parks, miniature golf courses, boat launches and
driving ranges. This definition excludes golf courses and stadiums. Outdoor recreation uses for the
private use of the landowner are permitted outright.
(Ord. 2013-012, 2013)
§ 17.08.465. Recreational vehicle.
"Recreational vehicle" means a vehicular type unit designated as temporary living quarters for
recreation camping,travel or seasonal use which has its own power or is mounted on or towed by
another vehicle. The vehicle has a gross floor area of not more than three hundred twenty
(32) square feet. This definition includes vehicles such as travel trailers, camping trailers, truck
campers and motor homes. A recreational vehicle is not considered a mobile or manufactured
home and is not constructed to the International Building Code standards. A recreational vehicle
has a green and silver insignia from the Department of Labor and Industries.
(Ord. 98-22 (part), 1998; Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.465A. Recreational vehicle park.
"Recreational vehicle park" means land designed to accommodate predominantly recreational
vehicles (RVs)used as temporary living quarters for recreation or vacation purposes with sewage
facilities approved by the County Health Department and a maximum allowable stay of one
hundred eighty (180) days in a calendar year.
(Ord. 2013-012, 2013)
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§ 17.08.465B. Recreational vehicle/equipment service and repair.
This definition is the same as"Vehicle/equipment service and repair"(KCC § 17.08.560A)except
that it is limited to recreational vehicles,not limited to motorized vehicles and equipment and does
not include gas and service stations stay of one hundred eighty (180) days in a calendar year.
(Ord. 2019-013, 2019)
§ 17.08.466. Refuse disposal/recycling.
"Refuse collection/recycling" means a facility for the collection of solid waste or recyclables
for sorting, compaction, composting, processing (including changing the form of materials) or
transfer to a landfill. This definition excludes concrete recycling.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.467. Religious institutions.
"Religious institutions" means churches, synagogues, temples and other places where gathering
for worship is the principle purpose of the use.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.468. Resource based industry.
"Resource based industry" means an industry based on natural resources including but not limited
to recreation-related tourism, agriculture, fisheries, forestry and mining.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.469. Restaurant.
"Restaurant" means a retail establishment selling food and/or drink for consumption on the
premises or for take-out, including accessory on-site food preparation, This definition excludes
taverns.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.469A. Retail sales.
"Retail sales" means selling goods or services to the general public for personal or household
consumption and rendering services incidental to the sale of such goods. This definition excludes
agriculture sales.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2014-004, 2014; Ord. 2014-015, 2014)
§ 17.08.470. Rezone.
"Rezone" means an amendment to the zoning ordinance, requiring the same enactment as an
original zoning.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.471. Rock crushing.
"Rock crushing"means an activity which reduces the size and weight of rock material into useable
building or landscaping material.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
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§ 17.08.471A. RV storage.
A commercial indoor and or outdoor space/area used to store recreational vehicle for any amount
of time.
(Ord. 2018-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.472. Services.
"Services" means establishments primarily engaged in providing individual or professional
services within the place of business, such as beauty and barber shops, retail laundry and dry-
cleaning including coin-operated, garment alterations and repair, photo studios, shoe repair,
pet grooming, photography and photo reproduction, real estate offices, personal accountants,
entertainment media rental or other indoor rental services, and repair of personal or household
items.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.480. School,public or private.
"Public or private school" means an institution which offers instruction and study required to be
taught in the public schools of the state of Washington. Trade schools are specifically excluded
from this definition.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.485. Shooting range.
"Shooting range" means an area or facility designated or operated for archery (including
crossbows),and/or the discharging and operation of lawfully possessed,lawful firearms,as defined
in RCW Chapter 9.41; with the exception of:
1. Any law enforcement or military shooting range; or
2. Incidental target practice areas on private property.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.486. Short-term rental.
"Contact" means the operator or the operator's representative who is the point of contact for any
short-term rental guest for the duration of the guest's stay in the short-term rental.
"Department" means the Department of Revenue.
"Dwelling unit" means a residential dwelling of any type, including a single-family residence,
apartment, condominium, cooperative unit, or room, in which a person may obtain living
accommodations for less than thirty (30) days, but not including duly licensed bed and breakfast,
inn, hotel, motel, or timeshare property.
"Fee" means remuneration or anything of economic value that is provided, promised, or donated
primarily in exchange for services rendered.
"Guest" means any person or persons renting a short-term rental unit.
"Operator" or"short-term rental operator" means any person who receives payment for owning or
operating a dwelling unit, or portion thereof, as a short-term rental unit.
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"Owner"means any person who, alone or with others,has title or interest in any building,property,
dwelling unit, or portion thereof, with or without accompanying actual possession thereof, and
including any person who as agent, executor, administrator, trustee, or guardian of an estate has
charge, care, or control of any building, dwelling unit, or portion thereof. A person whose sole
interest in any building, dwelling unit, or portion thereof is solely that of a lessee under a lease
agreement is not considered an owner.
"Person" has the same meaning as provided in RCW 82.04.030.
"Short-term rental" means a lodging use,that is not a hotel or motel or bed and breakfast, in which
a dwelling unit, or portion thereof, that is offered or provided to a guest by a short-term rental
operator for a fee for fewer than thirty (30) consecutive nights. "Short-term rental' does not
include any of the following: (i) a dwelling unit that is occupied by the owner for at least six
(6) months during the calendar year and in which fewer than three (3) rooms are rented at any
time; (ii) a dwelling unit, or portion thereof, that is used by the same person for thirty (30) or
more consecutive nights; or (iii) a dwelling unit, or portion thereof, that is operated by an
organization or government entity that is registered as a charitable organization with the Secretary
of State, State of Washington, or is classified by the Federal Internal Revenue Service as a public
charity or a private foundation, and provides temporary housing to individuals certified on 9/l/
2023 Combined Chapter 64.37 RCW, Page 1,who are being treated for trauma, injury, or disease,
or their family members.
"Short-term rental advertisement" means any method of soliciting use of a dwelling unit for short-
term rental purposes.
"Short-term rental platform" or "platform" means a person that provides a means through which
an operator may offer a dwelling unit,or portion thereof, for short-term rental use, and from which
the person or entity financially benefits. Merely publishing a short-term rental advertisement for
accommodations does not make the publisher a short-term rental platform.
(Ord. 2025-001, 1/7/2025)
§ 17.08.487. Sending site.
"Sending site" means designated lot or lots from where landowners may sell their development
rights in exchange for placing a conservation easement on the property.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009)
§ 17.08.490. Small-scale event facility.
"Small-scale event facility"means a facility that is open to the public for events,seminars,wedding
or other social gatherings. May include eating and food preparation facilities provided meals are
only served to guests attending events.
(Ord. 98-22 (part), 1998; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013)
§ 17.08.500. Special care dwelling.
"Special care dwelling" means a Manufactured Home or Park Model Trailer providing separate
living quarters for the purpose of providing care to an immediate family member.
(Ord. 0-2006-01, 2006; Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
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§ 17.08.510. Structural alteration.
"Structural alteration" means any change or repair which would tend to prolong the life of the
supporting members of a building or of structures, such as bearing walls, columns, beams or
girders.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.520. Structure.
"Structure" means that which is built or constructed, an edifice or building of any kind, or any
place of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined together in some definite manner.
Fences that are 7 feet or less in height, and retaining walls that are 4 feet or less in height measured
from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall not supporting a surcharge or impounding
Class I, II or III-A liquids are excluded from this definition.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2015-010, 2015; Ord. 2022-017, 2022)
§ 17.08.530. Repealed.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.535. Repealed.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.540. Repealed.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.541. Trails.
"Trails" means man-made pathways designed and intended for use by pedestrians, bicyclists,
equestrians, snowmobiles and other recreational users together with associated parking and
trailhead facilities.
(Ord. 2013-012, 2013)
§ 17.08.542. Transfer of development rights (TDR).
"Transfer of development rights (TDR)" means the transfer of the right to develop or build from
sending sites to receiving sites.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.543. TDR certificate.
"TDR certificate" means a form of currency that displays how many TDR credits are available for
sale and use.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009)
§ 17.08.544. TDR certificate letter of intent.
"TDR certificate letter of intent" means a document issued to a landowner upon an approved TDR
sending site application. The letter contains a determination of the number of development rights
calculated for the sending site and an agreement by the County to issue a corresponding number
of TDR certificates in conversion for a conservation easement. The sending site owner may use
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the TDR certificate letter of intent to market development rights to potential purchasers, but the
document has no value itself and cannot be transferred or used to obtain increased development
rights within receiving areas.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009)
§ 17.08.545. TDR credit.
"TDR credit" means for the TDR commodity used in receiving sites. TDR credits reflect the
number of units a seller has a right to build or sell on a sending site based on zoning. TDR credits
may also reflect the number of TDR certificates required for a given development project.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.546. TDR program.
"TDR program" means a market-based program that provides a public benefit by permanently
conserving rural resource lands by establishing a means to transfer development rights from
eligible sending sites to eligible receiving sites through a voluntary process that fairly compensates
landowners while providing a public benefit for communities.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009)
§ 17.08.547. TDR sending site application.
"TDR sending site application" means an application that a sending site landowner must file in
order to be eligible for consideration for designation as a TDR sending site.
(Ord. 2009-25, 2009)
§ 17.08.550. Use.
"Use" means the purpose for which land or building is arranged, designed or intended.
Termitted use" means a use allowed outright within a zone classification.
Permitted Administrative use" means a use which may be permitted within a zone
classification following review under the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.60B.
3Administrative Conditional use" means a use which may be permitted in a zone
classification following review under the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.60A.
4Conditional use" means a use which may be permitted in a zone classification following
review and hearing under the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.60A.
3N onconforming use" means a use or structure, that was legally established according to the
applicable zoning and/or building regulations of the time, but which does not meet current
zoning and/or building regulations.
6P rohibited use" means those uses not specifically enumerated as allowed uses under the
provisions of KCC Chapter 17.15.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013; Ord. 2018-001, 2018)
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§ 17.08.550A. U-Pick/U-Cut operation.
"U-Pick/U-Cut operation" means farms or orchards where customers come to purchase fruit
or agricultural products which they have harvested themselves. Enhanced agricultural sales are
allowed.
(Ord. 2014-015, 2014)
§ 17.08.560. Variance.
"Variance" means a waiver of the strict interpretation of the requirements. It is a special
dispensation given to the petitioner to disregard certain stipulations in the zoning code in order to
develop his property.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.560A. Vehicle/equipment service and repair.
"Vehicle/equipment service and repair" means maintenance of motorized vehicles and equipment
including exchange of parts, installation of lubricants, tires, batteries, and similar vehicle
accessories,minor customizing and detail operations,and body shops. This definition includes gas
and service stations.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.560B. Warehouse and distribution.
A building where bulk raw materials or manufactured goods may be stored and distributed for
commercial purposes. Warehouse and Distribution uses do not include on-site manufacturing and
generally service manufacturing and retail establishments. Agriculture products and Hay Storage
are not included in this definition.
(Ord. 2021-015, 2021)
§ 17.08.560C. Watershed management facilities.
"Watershed management facilities" Include, but are not limited to, diversion devices,
impoundments, dams for water storage, flood control, fire control, and stock watering.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; renamed by Ord. 2021-015, 2021)
§ 17.08.561. Winery.
"Winery" means a facility where fruit or other products are processed (i.e., crushed, fermented,
decanted, stored, bottled and shipped) into wine. This may include the sale of wine and limited
ancillary items, tourist facilities, or tasting rooms.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
§ 17.08.570. Yard.
"Yard" means an open space, other than a court or a lot, unoccupied and unobstructed from the
ground upward, except as otherwise provided in this title.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
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§ 17.08.580. Yard depth.
"Yard depth" means the minimum perpendicular distance between any point on a lot line and the
nearest part of any structure or building, excluding an 18-inch eave (overhang) no closer than 5
feet to the property line, and excluding retaining walls necessary for access permits as determined
by Kittitas County Public Works.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2022-017, 2022)
§ 17.08.590. Yard, front.
"Front yard" means any yard with frontage on a public or private street.
(Res. 83-10, 1983; Ord. 2022-017, 2022)
§ 17.08.600. Yard, rear.
"Rear yard" means an open unoccupied space on the same lot with a building between the rear line
of the building (exclusive of steps, porches and accessory building) and the rear line of the lot.
For triangular lots the rear yard shall be the area of the lot lying within a circle having a radius
equal to the depth of the required rear yard and its center at a point therein defined as the rear
property line for such lots.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.610. Yard, side.
"Side yard" means an open unoccupied space on the same lot with a building,between the side
wall line of the building and the side line of the same lot.
(Res. 83-10, 1983)
§ 17.08.620. Yurt.
"Yurt" means a circular, domed,portable tent for temporary use.
(Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
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§ 17.15.050 § 17.15.050
7.15.050. Allowed uses in resource lands.
P Permitted
PA Permitted Administrative
CU Conditional Use Resource
ACU Administrative
Conditional Use
*See KCC Chapter 17.08
Definitions Commercial
Commercial Forest
Agriculture
A.Agriculture
Animal boarding* P P
Animal Crematory* P
Agricultural Enhanced P30 P30
Uses*
Agriculture processing* CU 17
Agriculture production* P P
Agriculture sales*, Produce P16/AC28
Farm
Agriculture sales CU
Dairy CU CU
Feedlot* CU CU
Grazing* P P
Marijuana Processing*
Marijuana Production*
Marijuana, retail sales*
Nurseries P
Riding academies CU
Small-scale event facility* AC 25/CU
U-Pick/U-Cut Operations* AC 29 AC 29
Farm Visit* AC 29
Commercial Activities AC
associated with agriculture*
Commercial Commercial Forest
Agriculture
B.Civic Cultural Uses
Cemetery P 13 P 13
Clubhouses,fraternities and AC 24
lodges*
Cultural and educational
facilities
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Libraries
Meeting facilities
Museums and galleries
Religious institutions* CU
School, public or private* CU 12
Interpretive Center*
Commercial
Agriculture Commercial Forest
C.Commercial
Auction sales of non-
agriculture products
Bank
Bed and breakfast* AC
Clinic*
Day care facilities*
Funeral home/mortuary
Hospital*
Hospital,animator
veterinary*
Hotel/motel
Office*
Restaurant
Retail sales,*general
Retail sales,* lumber and
building materials
Retail sales,*vehicles and
equipment
Services
Shooting range* CU 23 CU 23
Taverns
Temporary sales office
Vehicle/equipment service P 22
and repair*
Commercial
Commercial Forest
Agriculture
D. Industrial
Airport* P 20 P 21
Asphalt/concrete plants
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Explosives,storage or
manufacture
P
Forest product processing*
(portable)
CU
Forest product processing*
(permanent)
Freighting and trucking yard
orterminal*
Hazardous waste storage*
Hazardous waste
treatment*
Impound/towing yard*
Junkyard*
Manufacturing*
Mini-warehouse
Refuse disposal/recycle* CU CU
Research laboratories
Wastewater treatment
Warehousing and PA 27/CU 26
distribution
Wholesale business
Commercial Commercial Forest
Agriculture
E.Recreation
Campground* CU 18
Golf course*
Guest ranch or Guest Farm* CU
Parks and playgrounds* P 15
Recreation, indoor*
Recreation,outdoor* P 18
Recreational vehicle storage
Stadium
Trails PA PA
Commercial Commercial Forest
Agriculture
F. Residential
Accessory dwelling unit* PA 4
Accessory living quarters* P 5
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Adult family home* P 10 P 10
Boarding house
Convalescent home
Dwelling,single-family* P P
Dwelling,two-family* P
Dwelling, multiple-family*
Farm labor shelter* CU 2
Group home*
Home occupation* P 8 P 8
Manufactured home* P P
Manufactured home park
Mobile home P 6 P 6
Non-accessory storage P P
structure
Special care dwelling* P 7 P 7
Temporary trailers P 11 P 11
Commercial Commercial Forest
Agriculture
G.Resource
Forestry* P P
Forest product sales* P
Mining and excavation* CU 14 P
Rock crushing* P
Commercial Commercial Forest
Agriculture
H.Utilities and Public Facilities
Electric vehicle P 3 P 3
infrastructure*
Public facilities* PA 19 PA 19
Solar Power Production 31 31
Facilities
Utilities P 1 /ACU 1 /CU 1 P 1 /ACU 1 /CU 1
Watershed management PA PA
activities*
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17.15.050.2 Footnotes Associated with Resource Use Table
I. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.61, Utilities.
2. Provided:
a. The shelters are used to house farm laborers on a temporary or seasonal basis only,
regardless of change of ownership, if it remains in farm labor-needed status;
b. The shelters must conform with all applicable building and health regulations;
c. The number of shelters shall not exceed four(4)per twenty (20) contiguous acres of
land area;
d. The shelters are owned and maintained by the owner or operator of an agricultural
operation which clearly demonstrates the need for farm laborers;
e. Should the parent agricultural operation cease or convert to non-agriculture use,
then the farm labor shelters shall conform with all applicable buildings and health
regulations.
3. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.66, Electric Vehicle Infrastructure.
4. Subject to the following requirements:
a. The parcel must be at least 3 acres in size;
b. Only one ADU shall be allowed per lot;
c. The ADU shall not exceed 1,500 sqare feet;
d. All setback requirements for the zone in which the ADU is located shall apply;
e. The ADU shall meet the applicable health department standards for potable water and
sewage disposal, including providing adequate water supplies under RCW 19.27.097;
f. No mobile homes or recreational vehicles shall be allowed as an ADU;
g. The ADU shall provide additional off-street parking;
h. An ADU is not permitted on the same lot where a special care dwelling or an
Accessory Living Quarters exists;
i. The ADU must share the same driveway as the primary dwelling;
j. ADUs shall be subject to obtaining an administrative permit.
5. Subject to the following requirements:
a. Accessory Living Quarters shall be located within an owner occupied primary
residence;
b. Accessory Living Quarters are limited in size to no greater than fifty percent(50%)of
the habitable area of the primary residence;
c. The Accessory Living Quarters are subject to applicable health district standards for
water and sewage disposal;
d. Only one (1) Accessory Living Quarters shall be allowed per lot;
e. Accessory Living Quarters are to provide additional off-street parking;
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f. Accessory Living Quarters are not allowed where an Accessory Dwelling Unit or
Special Care Dwelling exists.
6. As of September 1, 1998, mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and placed
within Kittitas County. Those units presently located in Kittitas County that are to be
relocated within Kittitas County must have a fire/life inspection approved by the
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
7. Subject to the following requirements:
The Special Care Dwelling must meet all setback requirements for the zone in which it is
located;
a. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all applicable health department requirements
for potable water and sewage disposal;
b. Placement is subject to obtaining a building permit for the manufactured home;
c. Owner must record a notice to title prior to the issuance of building permit which
indicates the restrictions and removal requirements;
d. The Special Care Dwelling unit cannot be used as a rental unit;
e. The Special Care Dwelling unit must be removed when the need for care ceases;
f A Special Care Dwelling is not permitted on the same lot where an Accessory
Dwelling Unit or Accessory Living Quarter exists.
g. Park model trailers shall obtain the same building permit as for placement of a
manufactured home.
h. Park model trailers shall be inspected and approved by Washington State Department
of Labor and Industries.
8. No sign advertising a home occupation shall exceed sixteen(16) square feet in size. Home
occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted; home occupations with
outdoor activities or noise are a conditional use. In-home daycares shall be limited to no
more than six(6) individuals receiving care in a twenty-four(24) hour period.
9. Maximum of four(4)boarders and two (2)bedrooms dedicated to the use.
10. Pursuant to RCW 70.128.140.
11. When used for temporary occupancy for a period not-to-exceed one (1) year related to
permanent home construction or seasonal/temporary employment.
12. Existing schools are permitted; new schools require a conditional use permit.
13. No new cemeteries.Existing cemeteries may expand or enlarge within established cemetery
boundaries as of the date of amendment adoption, and in compliance with applicable
standards and regulations.
14. Noncommercial sand and gravel excavation is permitted for on-site use without a
conditional use permit.
15. Washington State Natural Area Preserves and Natural Resource Conservation Areas are
permitted outright.
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16. When located no more than forty-five (45) feet from the centerline of the public street or
highway and selling goods produced on site.
17. Hay processing and small-scale processing of agricultural products produced on the
premises are permitted outright.
18. Limited to campsites or primitive campgrounds as defined by KCC § 17.08.155A.
19. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.62, Public Facilities Permits.
20. When used primarily in conjunction with agricultural activities.
21. For emergency and forest related management uses and practices only.
22. Limited to farm implement repair and maintenance.
23. Structures and facilities associated with the operation of shooting ranges are permitted and
subject to all associated Kittitas County building codes and regulations. Shooting ranges
may be operated in conjunction with other permitted or conditional uses for the specified
zone. Shooting ranges are subject to periodic inspection and certification as deemed
necessary by the Kittitas County Sheriffs Department. In considering proposals for the
location of shooting ranges a detailed site plan shall be required; the Hearings Examiner's
review of said site plan and the proposal as a whole shall include,but not be limited, to the
following criteria:
a. The general health, safety, and welfare of surrounding property owners, their
livestock, their agricultural products, and their property.
b. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the "NRA Range Sourcebook."
c. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the "EPA Best Management
Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges."
d. Proposed shooting ranges in areas designated as agricultural land of long-term
commercial significance shall comply with RCW 36.70A.177(3) as currently existing
or hereafter amended, and shall be limited to lands with poor soils or those unsuitable
for agriculture.
24. Limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities (such as granges).
25. Use shall not exceed 10,000 square feet and no more than eight (8) events shall occur
within a calendar year.
26. Existing facilities are permitted; new facilities require a conditional use permit. Limited to
agricultural products.
27. Limited to seasonal, non-structural hay storage.
28. An administrative conditional use permit is required when enhanced agricultural sales or
sales of goods produced offsite are provided and/or when the farm stand is located more
than forty-five (45) feet from the centerline of the public street or highway.
29. When enhanced agricultural sales are provided.
30. Agricultural Enhanced Uses which include eating and drinking establishments and/or event
facilities for seminars or other social gatherings are limited to 4,000 square feet of total
indoor floor area.
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31. Pursuant to KCC § 17.61C.050 and § 17.61C.060.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-008, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013; Ord. 2014-004, 2014; Ord.
2014-005, 2014; Ord. 2014-015, 2014; Ord. 2015-010, 2015; Ord. 2016-023, 2016; Ord.
2018-001, 2018; Ord. 2018-018, 2018; Ord. 2018-021, 2018; Ord. 2021-015, 2021; Ord.
2023-010, 2023)
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§ 17.15.060. Allowed uses in rural non-LAMIRD lands.
P Permitted Rural Non-LAMIRD
PA Permitted
Administrative
CU Conditional Rural
Use Residential&
ACU Rural Residential Rural Working Rural Recreation Rural
Administrative Recreation
Conditional Use
*See KCC
Chapter17.08 Ag 5 Rural Ag 20 Forest& Master Planned General Rural PUD
Definitions Range Commercial Recreation
A.Agriculture
Agricultural P55 P55 P55
Enhanced Uses*
Agricultural P62 P62 P62 P62
direct marketing
activities*
Agricultural P63 P63 P63 P63
seasonal harvest
festivities*
Agricultural C C C C
expanded
seasonal harvest
festivities*
Animal boarding* P P P P CU CU
Agriculture CU 23 CU 23 CU** P
processing*
Agriculture P24 P P P24 P24 P24 P24 P24
production*
Agriculture sales, P22/AC51 P22/AC51 P22/AC51 P22/AC51 P22/AC51 P P22/AC51 P22/AC51
Farm stand*
Agriculture CU CU P
Sales,*
Dairy CU CU CU CU CU CU CU
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Feedlot* Cu Cu**
Grazing* P P P P P P P P
Marijuana
processing*
Marijuana
production*
Marijuana, retail
sales*
Nurseries P P P Cu** P CU61
Riding academies CU Cu CU Cu CU
Small-scale AC 45/CU AC 45/CU AC 45/CU AC 45/CU
event facility*
U-Pick/U-Cut P/AC51 Cu P/AC51 P/AC51 Cu
Operations*
Farm Visit CU CU AC51 AC51 Cu Cu CU P52
Commercial AC AC
Activities
associated with
agriculture*
Ag 5 Rural 5 Ag 20 Forest& Master Planned General Rural PUD
Range Commercial Recreation
B.Civic Uses/Community Services
Cemetery P21 P21 P21 CLI P21 P21 P21 P21
Clubhouses, AC 44 AC 44 AC 3 AC 35 AC AC
fraternities and
lodges*
Cultural and P P
education
facilities
Libraries CU 3 Cu
Meeting facilities P
Museums and Cu
galleries
Religious Cu Cu Cu Cu Cu Cu
institutions
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Schools, public P 25 P 25 CU CU
or private *
Interpretive AC AC AC
Center
Ag 5 Rural Ag 20 Forest& Master Planned General Rural PUD
Range Commercial Recreation
C.Commercial
Auction sales of CU
non-agriculture
products
Bank CU
Bed and AC AC AC AC** AC
breakfast*
Clinic*
Day care
facilities*
Funeral
home/mortuary
Hospital*
Hospital,animal CU CU
or veterinary*
Hotel/motel CU 6
Office* P 17
Restaurant CU 36 P CU CU
Retail sales,* CU 36 P CU 18 CU 18
general
Retail sales,*
lumber and
building
materials
Retail sales,*
vehicles
Services P 20 CU50
Shooting range* CU 31 CU ** 31 CU 31
Tavern CU 36 P CU
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Temporary sales P
office
Vehicle/equipme P 16 P 16 CU 36 P 42 P 42
nt service and
repair*
Ag 5 Rural Ag 20 Forest& Master Planned General Rural PUD
Range Commercial Recreation
D. Industrial
Airport* CU CU CU CU CU CU
Asphalt/Concrete CU 37
plants
Explosives,
storage or
manufacture
Forest product P P CU CU 35
processing*
(portable)
Forest product CU CU**
processing*
(permanent)
Freighting and
truckingyard or
terminal*
Hazardous waste
storage*
Hazardous waste
treatment*
Impound/towing
yard*
Junkyard*
Manufacturing*
Mini-Warehouse CU 59 CU 14
Refuse CU 19 CU 58
disposal/recycle
*
Research
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laboratories
Wastewater
treatment
Warehousing and PA47 PA47 PA47/CU46 PA47
distribution
Wholesale
business
Ag 5 Rural 5 Ag 20 Forest& Master Planned General Rural PUD
Range Commercial Recreation
E.Recreation
CU 12 CU 12 CU 12 CU12 P 54** CU 13 CU 12 CU 12 CU
Campground*
Golf course* CU CU CU CU** CU CU
Guest ranch or CU CU CU CU** CU
guest farm*
Parks and P P P 3 P P P P P
playgrounds*
Recreation, P CU CU P
indoor*
Recreation , AC AC CU CU AC AC AC P
outdoor*
Recreational CU CU CU CU CU
vehicle park*
Recreational CU 60
vehicle/equipme
nt service and
repair*
Recreational CU 26 CU 26 P 26
vehicle storage
Stadiums
Trails PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA
Ag 5 Rural 5 Ag 20 Forest& Master Planned General Rural PUD
Range Commercial Recreation
F. Residential
Accessory PA 27 PA 27 PA 27 PA 27** PA 27 PA 27
dwelling unit*
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Accessory living P 28 P 28 P 28 P 28** P 28 P 28 P 28
quarters*
Adult family P41 P41 P41 P41 P41 P41 P41 P41
home*
Boarding house CU 29 CU 29**
Convalescent CU CU**
home
Dwelling,single- P 33 P 40 P P 34 P 1 PA 2 P P
family*
Dwelling,two- P P 3 P 34 P 1 CU P
family*
Dwelling, P 1 P
multiple-family*
Farm labor CU 4 CU 4 CU 4**
shelter*
Group home* CU CU CU
Group Care CU56 CU CU56 CU CU
Facility*
Home P/CU 5 P/CU 5 P/CU 5 P/CU 5** P/CU 5 P/CU 5 P/CU 5
occupation*
Manufactured P P P P** P PA2 P P
home*
Manufactured
home park
Mobile home P 38 P 38 P 34
Non-accessory P P P P P P P
storage structure
Special care P30 P30 P30 P30 CU30 P30
dwelling*
Temporary trailer P 7 P 7 P 7 P 7 ** P 7 P 7 P 7 P 7
Ag 5 Rural 5 Ag 20 Forest& Master Planned General Rural PUD
Range Commercial Recreation
G.Resource
Forestry* P P P P 34
Forest product P
sales*
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Mining and CU CU 39 CU P 34
excavation*
Rock crushing* CU 39 P 34
Ag 5 Rural Ag 20 Forest& Master Planned General Rural PUD
Range Commercial Recreation
H.Utilities and Public Facilities
Electric vehicle P 32 P 32 P 32 P 32 P 32 P 32 P 32 P 26
infrastructure*
Public facilities* PA53 PA53 PA53 PA53 PA53 PA53 PA53 PA53
Solar Power 57 57 57 57 57 57 57 57
Production
Facilities
P9/ACU9/CU P9/ACU9/CU P1o/ACU1o/CU P9/ACU9/CU P11/ACU11/CU P9/ACU9/CU P9/ACU9/CU P9/ACU9/CU
Utilities 9 9 10 9 11 9 9 9
Watershed PA PA PA PA PA PA PA
management
activities*
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17.15.0060.2 Footnotes Associated with Rural Non-LAMIRD Use Table. .
1. Provided use is integrated into and supports the on-site recreational nature of the master planned resort and short-term visitor accommodation units constitute greater than fifty percent(50%)
of the total resort accommodation units.
2. No new residence shall be permitted except that related to the business or enterprises allowed in this zone such as janitor or night watchman.Any such residence shall meet the requirements
of the residential zone.
3. Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.Clubhouses,fraternities and lodges limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities(such as granges).
4. Provided:
a. The shelters are used to house farm laborers on a temporary or seasonal basis only,regardless of change of ownership,if it remains in farm labor-needed status;
b. The shelters must conform with all applicable building and health regulations;
c. The number of shelters shall not exceed four(4)per twenty(20)contiguous acres of land area;
d. The shelters are owned and maintained by the owner or operator of an agricultural operation which clearly demonstrates the need for farm laborers;
e. Should the parent agricultural operation cease or convert to non-agriculture use,then the farm labor shelters shall conform with all applicable buildings and health regulations.
5. No sign advertising a home occupation shall exceed sixteen(16) square feet in size. Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted; home occupations with outdoor
activities or noise are a conditional use. In-home daycares with six(6)or fewer individuals receiving care in a twenty-four(24)hour period are permitted; in-home daycares with seven to
twelve(7-12)individuals receiving care in a twenty-four(24)hour period require a Conditional Use Permit.
6. Provided short-term visitor accommodation units constitute greater than fifty percent(50%)of the total resort accommodation units.
7. When used for temporary occupancy for a period not-to-exceed one(1)year related to permanent home construction or seasonal/temporary employment.
8. Public transportation deadhead stations permitted;passenger terminals are a Conditional Use.
9. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.
10. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
11. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.Limited to the capital facilities,utilities,and services necessary to maintain and operate the master planned resort.
12. In considering proposals for location of campgrounds,the Board shall consider at a minimum the following criteria:
a. Campgrounds should be located at sufficient distance from existing rural residential/residential development so as to avoid possible conflicts and disturbances;
b. Traffic volumes generated by such a development should not create a nuisance or impose on the privacy of nearby residences or interfere with normal traffic flow;
c. Landscaping or appropriate screening should be required and maintained where necessary for buffering;
d. Adequate and convenient vehicular access,circulation and parking should be provided;
e. Public health and safety of campers and those reasonably impacted by the campground(i.e.health,water,sanitation).
13. Campgrounds and Recreational vehicle sites with power and water are permitted;campgrounds and recreational vehicle sites without power and water require a conditional use permit.
14. The following standards shall apply to the approval and construction of mini-warehouses:
a. A mini-warehouse proposal(application)must include plans for aesthetic improvements and/or sight screening;
b. All buildings with storage units facing property boundaries shall have a minimum setback of thirty-five(35)feet;
c. No commercial or manufacturing activities will be permitted within any building or storage unit;
d. Lease documents shall spell out all conditions and restrictions of the use;
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17.15.0060.2 Footnotes Associated with Rural Non-LAMIRD Use Table. _
e. Signs,other than on-site direction aids,shall number not more than two(2)and shall not exceed forty(40)square feet each in area.
15. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building(excluding off-street parking and loading areas).
16. Limited to farm implement repair and maintenance.
17. Limited to offices directly related to tourism and recreation.
18. Retail sales are limited to groceries and sales directly related to tourism and recreation.Structural footprint containing all of these activities may not exceed 4,000 square feet.
19. Limited to composting facilities.
20. Limited to those services typically found on other destination resort properties and designed to serve the convenience needs of the users and employees of the master planned resort.Shall be
designed to discourage use from non-resort users by locating such services well within the site rather than on its perimeter.
21. No new cemeteries.Existing cemeteries may expand or enlarge within established cemetery boundaries as of the date of amendment adoption,and in compliance with applicable standards
and regulations.
22. When located no more than forty-five(45)feet from the centerline of the public street or highway and selling goods produced on site.
23. Hay processing,and small-scale processing of agricultural products produced on the premises are permitted without a conditional use permit.
24. Excluding swine and mink,provided a minimum of one(1)acre is available.When located in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone,this use is subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.59.
25. Existing schools are permitted;new schools require a conditional use permit.Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
26. Recreational vehicle storage may be enclosed or outdoor storage of recreational vehicles or both.Permitted where the use is only serving a residential PUD or in the Rural Recreation and
Forest and Range zoning districts and subject to the following standards and conditions:
a. All stored vehicles must be licensed if required by law,and operational.This land use does not include vehicle sales.
b. Unless it is limited to serving a residential PUD and otherwise permitted or authorized,recreational vehicles shall not be stored outside when the site is contiguous to a residential zoning
district.
c. No commercial or manufacturing activities are permitted except when recreational vehicle/equipment service and repair has been permitted subject to the requirements of KCC
§ 17.15.060.2 Footnote 60.
d. In the Forest and Range zoning district,and when not limited to serving a recreational planned unit development,the site shall either be:
i. Contiguous to a State Highway,or
ii. Contiguous to a designated urban arterial or rural collector road located near a highway intersection or freeway interchange.
iii. It is not necessary for the site to have direct access to such arterial,collector or highway to meet this requirement.
e. Recreational vehicle storage shall be designed to be compatible with the surrounding rural character,subject to the following standards:
i. Storage areas shall be enclosed with a minimum five-foot-high,security fence.The applicant may be required to provide additional plans for aesthetic improvements and/or site-
screening.
ii. Additional setbacks,physical barriers or site-screening may be required on sites that border resource lands in the Commercial Agriculture or Commercial Forest zoning districts.
iii. Findings shall be made that the proposal does not require urban governmental services such as municipal sewer or water service and does not compromise the long-term viability
of designated resource lands.
iv. Measures shall be taken to protect ground and surface water.Electric Vehicle Infrastructure subject to provisions of KCC Chapter 17.66.
27. Subject to the following requirements:
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a. The parcel must be at least 3 acres in size;
b. Only one ADU shall be allowed per lot;
c. The ADU shall not exceed 1,500 sqare feet;
d. All setback requirements for the zone in which the ADU is located shall apply;
e. The ADU shall meet the applicable health department standards for potable water and sewage disposal,including providing adequate water supplies under RCW 19.27.097;
f. No mobile homes or recreational vehicles shall be allowed as an ADU;
g. The ADU shall provide additional off-street parking;
It. An ADU is not permitted on the same lot where a special care dwelling or an Accessory Living Quarters exists;
i. The ADU must share the same driveway as the primary dwelling;
j. ADUs shall be subject to obtaining an administrative permit.
28. Subject to the following requirements:
a. Accessory Living Quarters shall be located within an owner-occupied primary residence;
b. Accessory Living Quarters are limited in size to no greater than fifty percent(50%)of the habitable area of the primary residence;
c. The Accessory Living Quarters are subject to applicable health district standards for water and sewage disposal;
d. Only one(1)Accessory Living Quarters shall be allowed per lot;
e. Accessory Living Quarters are to provide additional off-street parking;
f. Accessory Living Quarters are not allowed where an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Special Care Dwelling exists.
29. Maximum of four(4)boarders and two(2)bedrooms dedicated to the use.
30. Subject to the following requirements:
a. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all setback requirements for the zone in which it is located;
b. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all applicable health department requirements for potable water and sewage disposal;
c. Placement is subject to obtaining a building permit for the manufactured home;
d. Owner must record a notice to title prior to the issuance of building permit which indicates the restrictions and removal requirements;
e. The Special Care Dwelling unit cannot be used as a rental unit;
f. The Special Care Dwelling unit must be removed when the need for care ceases;
g. A Special Care Dwelling is not permitted on the same lot where an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Accessory Living Quarter exists.
h. Park model trailers shall obtain the same building permit as for placement of a manufactured home.
i. Park model trailers shall be inspected and approved by Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
31. Structures and facilities associated with the operation of shooting ranges are permitted and subject to all associated Kittitas County building codes and regulations. Shooting Ranges may be
operated in conjunction with other permitted or conditional uses for the specified zone.Shooting Ranges are subject to periodic inspection and certification as deemed necessary by the Kittitas
County Sheriff s Department.In considering proposals for the location of Shooting Ranges a detailed site plan shall be required;the Board's review of said site plan and the proposal as a whole
shall include,but not be limited,to the following criteria:
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a. The general health,safety,and welfare of surrounding property owners,their livestock,their agricultural products,and their property.
b. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"NRA Range Sourcebook."
c. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"EPA Best Management Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges."
d. Proposed shooting ranges in areas designated as agricultural land of long-term commercial significance shall comply with RCW 36.70A.177(3)as currently existing or hereafter amended,
and shall be limited to lands with poor soils or those unsuitable for agriculture.
32. Subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.66,Electric Vehicle Infrastructure.
33. Single family homes located in Twin Pines Trailer Park,Central Mobile Home Park,or Swiftwater shall be subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24,Historic Trailer Court Zone.
34. When located in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone,this use is subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.59.
35. Limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities(such as granges).Allowed as a permitted use in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone,subject to the provisions of KCC
Chapter 17.59.
36. Allowed only as a conditional use in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone,subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.59.
37. Prohibited in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone.Temporary asphalt plants only.
38. As of September 1, 1998,mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and placed within Kittitas County.Those units presently located in Kittitas County that are to be relocated
within Kittitas County must have a fire/life inspection approved by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.Mobile homes located in Twin Pines Trailer Park,Central Mobile
Home Park,or Swiftwater shall be subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24,Historic Trailer Court Zone.
39. Permitted when located within an established mining district;conditional use permit required when located outside established mining district.
40. Single family homes located in Twin Pines Trailer Park,Central Mobile Home Park,or Swiftwater shall be subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24,Historic Trailer Court Zone.
41. Pursuant to RCW 70.128.140.
42. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building(excluding off-street parking and loading areas).
43. Includes truck stop operations.Minor repair work permitted.
44. Limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities(such as granges).
45. Use shall not exceed 10,000 square feet and no more than eight(8)events shall occur within a calendar year.
46. Existing facilities are permitted;new facilities require a conditional use permit.Limited to agricultural products.
47. Limited to seasonal,non-structural hay storage.
48. Services limited to resource based industries
49. All lots greater than one-half(1/2)acre will not have more than fifty percent(50%)of the lot covered by impervious surface.
50. An administrative conditional use permit is required when enhanced agricultural sales or sales of goods produced offsite are provided and/or when the farm stand is located more than forty-
five(45)feet from the centerline of the public street or highway.
51. When enhanced agricultural sales are provided.
52. When approved as part of the PUD development plan.
53. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.62,Public Facilities Permits.
54. Limited to primitive campgrounds as defined by KCC§ 17.08.155A.
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55. Agricultural Enhanced Uses which include eating and drinking establishments and/or event facilities for seminars or other social gatherings are limited to 4,000 square feet of total indoor
floor area.
56. Only allowed as a conditional use when primary use of land is agriculture.
57. Pursuant to KCC§ 17.61 C.050 and§ 17.61 C.060.
58. (Removed per Ord.2022-017,2022)
59. The following standards shall apply to the approval and construction of mini warehouses in the Forest and Range zone:
a. The site shall either be contiguous to a State Highway or contiguous to a designated urban arterial or rural collector road located near a highway intersection or freeway interchange.It is
not necessary for the site to have direct access to such arterial,collector or highway to meet this requirement;
b. Findings shall be made that the use does not require urban government services such as municipal sewer or water service and does not compromise the long-term viability of designated
resource lands;
c. Additional setbacks,physical barriers or site-screening may be required on sites that border resource lands in the Commercial Agriculture or Commercial Forest zoning districts;
d. Measures shall be taken to protect ground and surface water;
e. A mini-warehouse proposal(application)must include plans for aesthetic improvements and/or sight screening;
f. All buildings with storage units facing property boundaries shall have a minimum setback of thirty-five(35)feet;
g. No commercial or manufacturing activities will be permitted within any building or storage unit except for RV storage when authorized under KCC§ 17.15.060.2,Footnote 60;
h. Lease documents shall spell out all conditions and restriction of the use;
i. Signs,other than on-site direction aids,shall number not more than two(2)and shall not exceed forty(40)square feet each in area.
60. Recreational vehicle/equipment service and repair is permitted by conditional use permit in the Forest and Range zoning district.The site shall either be:
a. Contiguous to a State Highway,or
b. Contiguous to a designated urban arterial or rural collector road located near a highway intersection or freeway interchange.
c. It is not necessary for the site to have direct access to such arterial,collector or highway to meet this requirement.
Vehicles under repair shall either be kept inside buildings or visually screened from surrounding areas.No on-street vehicle parking shall be allowed associated with the use.All vehicles,
including recreational vehicles and customer and employee automobiles shall be stored or parked on-site at all times. Maintenance and repair activities shall not take place in RV storage
enclosures or spaces, except limited maintenance and minor repairs may be performed on RV's that are already being stored at the site in order to avoid having to move them,when such
maintenance and repair activities can be completed in two hours or less and only in the enclosures or spaces in which the RV's are already being kept.This use shall be designed to be compatible
with the surrounding rural character,subject to the following standards:
a. Findings shall be made that the use does not require urban governmental services such as municipal sewer or water service and does not compromise the long-term viability of designated
resource lands.
b. Additional setbacks,physical barriers or site-screening may be required on sites that border resource lands in the Commercial Agriculture or Commercial Forest zoning districts.
c. Measures shall be taken to protect ground and surface water.
61. Nurseries limited to the growth,display,and/or sale of plants,shrubs,trees,and materials used in indoor or outdoor planting. Sale of bulk landscape materials such as rock,bark,mulch and
topsoil shall not be permitted in this zone.Pre-packaged landscape materials are excluded from this restriction.
62. Agricultural direct marketing activities shall comply with all of the following standards:
a. The subject property shall be actively farmed by the property owner.
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b. Retail structures shall not total more than three thousand(3,000)square feet.
c. The parcel,or adjacent parcel,shall include the residence of the owner or operator of the farm.
d. Carnival rides,helicopter rides,inflatable features and other typical amusement park games,facilities and structures are not permitted.
e. The use shall be operated in accordance with all applicable federal,state,and local ordinances.
f. New structures or existing structures converted for public use shall meet current building and fire codes.
g. Adequate sanitary facilities shall be provided in accordance with Kittitas County Public Health Department requirements.
h. Adequate ingress/egress shall be provided to and from the site in accordance with Kittitas County Public Works requirements.
i. Sufficient land area is provided to accommodate the proposed use and related parking,and the use and any appurtenant structures shall be so arranged on the land as to minimize any
adverse effects on surrounding properties.The use shall not create particular hazards to adjacent properties.
63. Agricultural seasonal harvest festivities shall comply with all of the following standards:
a. The site shall conform to the requirements for"agricultural direct marketing activities"except as provide for herein.
b. Hours of operation shall occur between 8:00 a.m.and 6:00 p.m.
c. Seasonal harvest festivities are prohibited on vacant property,unless the vacant land adjoins property occupied by the owner/operator of the festivities.
d. Seasonal harvest festivities shall be limited to Friday,Saturday,Sunday,and Monday,from the second weekend of June through the December 31.
e. Inflatable amusement devices,such as moonwalks,slides,or other inflatable games for children,shall be limited to a maximum of five(5)per seasonal harvest festivities event.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-008, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013; Ord. 2014-004, 2014; Ord. 2014-005, 2014; Ord. 2014-015, 2014; Ord. 2015-010,
2015; Ord. 2016-023, 2016; Ord. 2018-001, 2018; Ord. 2018-018, 2018; Ord. 2018-021, 2018; Ord. 2019-013, 2019; Ord. 2021-015, 2021; Ord.
2022-017, 2022; Ord. 2023-010, 2023)
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§ 17.15.070. Allowed Uses in rural LAMIRD lands.
Note to Reader: All allowed uses within Type 3 LAMIRDs, other than manufacturing, outdoor recreation, and natural resource processing will be
limited to 30,000 square feet in area, and that impervious surfaces on lots greater than one acre in size are limited to one third(1/3) of the lot.
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Footnotes Associated with Rural LAMIRD Use Table.
1. Limited to the keeping of horses or cattle for personal enjoyment of the owner or occupant of the lot,provided that the lot contains one(1)acre or more.
2. Limited to products produced on the premises.
3. Hay processing and small-scale processing of agricultural products produced on the premises are permitted outright.
4. Slaughterhouses require a conditional use permit.
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5. Provided the lot contains one(1)acre or more.Agriculture production on smaller lots requires a conditional use permit.Raising of swine and mink prohibited.
6. As of September 1,1998,mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and placed within Kittitas County.Those units presently located in Kittitas County that are to be relocated within Kittitas County must
have a fire/life inspection approved by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.Single family and mobile homes located in Twin Pines Trailer Park,Central Mobile Home Park or Swiftwater shall
be subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24,Historic Trailer Court Zone.
7. When located no more than forty-five(45)feet from the centerline of the public street or highway and selling goods produced on site.
8. Feedlots existing at the time of adoption of the ordinance codified herein may expand or be enlarged only in compliance with standards and regulations contained herein,and such operations shall comply with all
state and/or county health regulations.
9. No new cemeteries.Existing cemeteries may expand or enlarge within established cemetery boundaries as of the date of amendment adoption,and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
10. Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
11. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building(excluding off-street parking and loading areas).
12. Provided the minimum lot size shall be fifteen thousand(15,000)square feet.
13. When the office activities are directly related to tourism and recreation.
14. Retail sales limited to groceries and sales of souvenirs,gifts,novelties,curios and handicraft products.Grocery stores may not exceed ten thousand(10,000)square feet.
15. Any open storage shall be enclosed by a sight-obscuring fence not less than six(6)feet and not more than seven(7)feet high.
16. Not to exceed two(2)years.
17. Limited to farm implement repair and maintenance,but not to include automobiles,trucks or bikes
18. Limited to service stations,provided there shall be no repairing,repainting,reconstruction or sale of motor vehicles from the premises.
19. Includes truck stop operations.Minor repair work permitted.
20. Because of considerations of odor,dust,smoke,noise,fumes,vibration or hazard,the following uses shall not be permitted in the industrial zone unless a conditional use permit authorizing such use has been granted
by the Board:
a. All chemical manufacture,storage and/or packaging;
b. Asphalt manufacture,mixing,or refining;
c. Automobile dismantling,wrecking or junk yards;
d. Blast furnaces or coke ovens;
e. Cement,lime,gypsum or plaster of Paris manufacture;
I. Drop forge industries;
g. Reduction or disposal of garbage,offal or similar refuse;
h. Oil refining;alternative energy refinery(i.e.biofuels,ethanol)
i. Rubber reclaiming;
j. Feed yards,livestock sales yards or slaughterhouses;
k. Smelting,reduction or refining of metallic ores;
1. Tanneries;
in. Wineries;
n. Manufacturing of industrial or household adhesives,glues,cements,or component parts thereof,from vegetable,animal or synthetic plastic materials;
o. Waste(refuse)recycling and processing;
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Footnotes Associated with Rural LAMIRD Use Table -
p. On-site and off-site hazardous waste storage and/or treatment.Off-site materials shall be accepted only from Kittitas County source sites.
In considering the issuance of conditional use permits for the foregoing listed uses,the Board shall:
a. Assure that the degree of compatibility enunciated as the purpose of this title shall be maintained with respect to the particular use on the particular site and in consideration of other existing and potential uses
within the general area in which such use is proposed to be located;
b. Recognize and compensate for variations and degree of technological processes and equipment as related to the factors of noise,smoke,fumes,vibration,odors,and hazards.Unless substantial proof is offered
showing that such process and/or equipment has reduced the above factors so as to be negligible,use is located not less than one thousand(1,000)feet from any church,school,park,playground or occupied
dwelling on the same lot or parcel as such use.
21. In considering proposals for location of campgrounds,the Board shall consider at a minimum the following criteria:
a. Campgrounds should be located at sufficient distance from existing rural residential/residential development so as to avoid possible conflicts and disturbances;
b. Traffic volumes generated by such a development should not create a nuisance or impose on the privacy of nearby residences or interfere with normal traffic flow;
c. Landscaping or appropriate screening should be required and maintained where necessary for buffering;
d. Adequate and convenient vehicular access,circulation and parking should be provided;
e. Public health and safety of campers and those reasonably impacted by the campground(i.e.health,water,sanitation).
22. The following standards shall apply to the approval and construction of mini-warehouses:
a. A mini-warehouse proposal(application)must include plans for aesthetic improvements and/or sight screening;
b. All buildings with storage units facing property boundaries shall have a minimum setback of thirty-five(35)feet;
c. No commercial or manufacturing activities will be permitted within any building or storage unit;
d. Lease documents shall spell out all conditions and restrictions of the use;
e. Signs,other than on-site direction aids,shall number not more than two(2)and shall not exceed forty(40)square feet each in area;and
f. In Type 3 LAMIRDS,the use shall be conducted wholly within an enclosed building.
23. Subject to provisions ofKCC Chapter 17.66,Electric Vehicle Infrastructure.
24. Subject to the following requirements:
a. Only one(1)ADU shall be allowed per lot;
b. Lot size must be at least 6,000 square feet;
c. The ADU shall not exceed 1,500 square feet;
d. All setback requirements for the zone in which the ADU is located shall apply;
e. The ADU shall meet the applicable health department standards for potable water and sewage disposal,including providing adequate water supplies under RCW 19.27.097;
f. No mobile homes or recreational vehicles shall be allowed as an ADU;
g. The ADU shall provide additional off-street parking;
It. An ADU is not permitted on the same lot where a special care dwelling or an Accessory Living Quarters exists;
i. The ADU must share the same driveway as the primary dwelling;
j. ADUs shall be subject to obtaining an administrative permit.
25. No new residence shall be permitted except that related to the business or enterprises allowed in this zone such as janitor or night watchman.Any such residence shall meet the requirements of the residential zone.
26. Provided that:
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Footnotes Associated with Rural LAMIRD Use Table. ■
a. The shelters are used to house farm laborers on a temporary or seasonal basis only,regardless of change of ownership,if it remains in farm labor-needed status;
b. The shelters must conform with all applicable building and health regulations;
c. The number of shelters shall not exceed four(4)per twenty(20)contiguous acres of land area;
d. The shelters are owned and maintained by the owner or operator of an agricultural operation which clearly demonstrates the need for farm laborers;
e. Should the parent agriculture operation cease or convert to non-agriculture use,then the farm labor shelters shall conform with all applicable building,zoning,and platting requirements or be removed
27. Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted;home occupations with outdoor activities or noise are a conditional use.Offices of a physician,dentist or other professional person when located
in his or her dwelling as well as home occupations engaged in by individuals within their dwellings are allowed provided that no window display is made or any sign shown other than one(1)not exceeding two(2)
square feet in area and bearing only the name and occupation of the occupant.
28. Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted;home occupations with outdoor activities or noise are a conditional use.In Type 3 LAMIRDs,home occupations are allowed only in existing
residences.
29. When used for temporary occupancy for a period not-to-exceed one(1)year related to pennanent home construction or seasonal/temporary employment.
30. Noncommercial sand and gravel excavation is permitted for on-site use without a conditional use permit.
31. Permitted when located within an established mining district;requires conditional use permit outside an established mining district.
32. Public transportation deadhead stations permitted;passenger terminals are a Conditional Use.
33. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.
34. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
35. Where the use is only serving a residential PUD and where all applicable standards are met.Electric Vehicle Infrastructure subject to KCC Chapter 17.66.
36. Subject to the following requirements:
a. Accessory Living Quarters shall be located within an owner occupied primary residence;
b. Accessory Living Quarters are limited in size to no greater than fifty percent(50%)of the habitable area of the primary residence;
c. The Accessory Living Quarters are subject to applicable health district standards for water and sewage disposal;
d. Only one(1)Accessory Living Quarters shall be allowed per lot;
e. Accessory Living Quarters are to provide additional off-street parking;
f. Accessory Living Quarters are not allowed where an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Special Care Dwelling exists;and
g. In Type 3 LAMIRDS,Accessory Living Quarters may only be allowed in an existing residence.
37. Maximum of four(4)boarders and two(2)bedrooms dedicated to the use.
38. As of September 1,1998,mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and placed within Kittitas County.Those units presently located in Kittitas County that are to be relocated within Kittitas County must
have a fire/life inspection approved by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
39. Subject to the following requirements:
a. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all setback requirements for the zone in which it is located;
b. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all applicable health department requirements for potable water and sewage disposal;
c. Placement is subject to obtaining a building permit for the manufactured home;
d. Owner must record a notice to title prior to the issuance of building permit which indicates the restrictions and removal requirements;
e. The Special Care Dwelling unit cannot be used as a rental unit;
f. The Special Care Dwelling unit must be removed when the need for care ceases;
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Footnotes Associated with Rural LAMIRD Use Table. '
g. A Special Care Dwelling is not permitted on the same lot where an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Accessory Living Quarter exists.
h. Park model trailers shall obtain the same building permit as for placement of a manufactured home.
i. Park model trailers shall be inspected and approved by Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
40. Structures and facilities associated with the operation of shooting ranges are permitted and subject to all associated Kittitas County building codes and regulations.Shooting ranges may be operated in conjunction
with other permitted or conditional uses for the specified zone.Shooting Ranges are subject to periodic inspection and certification as deemed necessary by the Kittitas County Sheriffs Department.Shooting ranges
in Type I LAMIRDS must be indoors.hi considering proposals for the location of shooting ranges a detailed site plan shall be required;the Hearings Examiner's review of said site plan and the proposal as a whole
shall include,but not be limited,to the following criteria:
a. The general health,safety,and welfare of surrounding property owners,their livestock,their agricultural products,and their property.
b. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"NRA Range Sourcebook."
c. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"EPA Best Management Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges."
d. Proposed shooting ranges in areas designated as agricultural land of long-term commercial significance shall comply with RCW 36.70A.177(3)as currently existing or hereafter amended,and shall be limited
to lands with poor soils or those unsuitable for agriculture.
41. Outdoor recreation activities that cause noise require a conditional use permit.
42. Subject to provisions of RCW 70.128.140.
43. Use shall not exceed 10,000 square feet and no more than eight(8)events shall occur within a calendar year.
44. Existing facilities are permitted;new facilities require a conditional use permit.Limited to agricultural products.
45. Services limited to resource based industries,barbershops,beauty parlors,dry cleaning and laundry branch offices,self-service laundry and cleaning,shoe repair shops and physical culture and health services.*
46. No new airports.Existing airports may expand or enlarge in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.*
47. (Removed per Ord.2022-017,2022)
48. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building(excluding off-street parking and loading areas),provided the use does not exceed ten thousand(10,000)square feet.*
49. All allowed uses identified on this use table are subject to compliance with WAC 365-196-425.6.c.i.RCW 36.07A.070(5)(d)(i).*
50. All allowed uses identified on this use table are subject to compliance with WAC 365-196-425.6.c.iii RCW 36.70A.070(5)(d)(iii).*
51. Allowed only in existing residences.*
52. Any new Type 3 LAMIRD is required to be at least one-half mile from another Type 3 LAMIRD,and will permit only one business and/or businesses associated with the primary business in the new LAMIRD Type
3.Type 3 LAMIRDs existing as of 2014 are not limited to one business.*
53. Permitted only within existing Type 3 LAMIRDs.*
54. Wholesale activity will not exceed 4000 square feet in space.*
55. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.62,Public Facilities Permits.
56. Required to meet all the review criteria requirements for conditional use permits found in KCC§17.60A.015.
57. Limited to primitive campgrounds as defined by KCC§17.08.155A.
58. Subject to the following requirements:
a. Manufactured home parks shall require approval of a binding site plan pursuant to KCC Title 16.
b. Manufactured home park density shall not to exceed twelve(12)units per acre.A minimum of five(5)manufactured home spaces shall be required per park.
c. Manufactured home parks shall provide not less than ten percent(10%)of the gross area of the park for common open space for the use of its residents.
d. Each manufactured home space shall have direct frontage on a public or private street.
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e. The minimum setbacks shall be consistent with the zoning classification they are located in.
59. Pursuant to KCC§17.61C.050 and§17.61C.060.
60. Applies only to Snoqualmie Pass LAMIRD.
61. Day Care Facilities servicing 13 or more adults or children within a 24-hour period require a Conditional Use Permit.All Day Care Facilities must comply with all State licensing requirements.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-008, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013; Ord. 2014-004, 2014; Ord. 2014-005, 2014; Ord. 2014-015, 2014; Ord. 2015-010,
2015; Ord. 2018-001, 2018; Ord. 2018-018, 2018; Ord. 2018-021, 2018; Ord. 2021-015, 2021; Ord. 2022-017, 2022; Ord. 2023-010, 2023; Ord.
2025-001, 1/7/2025)
§ 17.15.080. Allowed uses in urban lands.
(See KCC § 17.11.037(4)(a), § 17.11.037(4)(b), and § 17.11.037(4)(c) for allowed uses within the Ellensburg UGA which are zoned Residential (R),
Urban Residential (UR), Highway Commercial(C-H), Limited Commercial (C-L), Light Industrial(I-L), General Industrial(I-G)), and PUD (Bender/
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Footnotes Associated with Urban Use Table. ■ '
1. Limited to the keeping of horses or cattle for personal enjoyment of the owner or occupant of the lot,provided that the lot contains one(1)acre or more.
2. Limited to products produced on the premises.
3. Hay processing and small-scale processing of agricultural products produced on the premises are permitted outright.
4. Feed yards,livestock sales yards,and slaughterhouses require a conditional use permit.
5. Provided the lot contains one(1)acre or more.Agriculture production on smaller lots requires a conditional use permit except for the raising of swine specific to youth educational projects.Raising of mink is
prohibited.
a. Fencing and housing adequate to fully contain swine shall be provided when permitted.
6. Structures and facilities associated with the operation of shooting ranges are permitted and subject to all associated Kittitas County building codes and regulations.Shooting Ranges may be operated in conjunction
with other permitted or conditional uses for the specified zone.Shooting Ranges are subject to periodic inspection and certification as deemed necessary by the Kittitas County Sheriffs Department.In considering
proposals for the location of Shooting Ranges a detailed site plan shall be required;the Board review of said site plan and the proposal as a whole shall include,but not be limited to the following criteria:
a. The general health,safety,and welfare of surrounding property owners,their livestock,their agricultural products,and their property.
b. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"NRA Range Sourcebook."
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Footnotes Associated with Urban Use Table.
c. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"EPA Best Management Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges."
d. Proposed shooting ranges in areas designated as agricultural land of long term commercial significance shall comply with RCW 36.70A.177(3)as currently existing or hereafter amended,and shall be liniited
to lands with poor soils or those unsuitable for agriculture.
7. When located not less than forty-five(45)feet from the centerline of the public street or highway and selling goods produced on site.
8. Feedlots existing at the time of adoption of the ordinance codified herein may expand or be enlarged only in compliance with standards and regulations contained herein,and such operations shall comply with all
state and/or county health regulations.
9. No new cemeteries.Existing cemeteries may expand or enlarge within established cemetery boundaries as of the date of amendment adoption,and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
10. Subject to provisions of KCC Chapter 17.66,Electric Vehicle Infrastructure.
11. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building(excluding off-street parking and loading areas).
12. Provided the minimum lot size shall be fifteen thousand(15,000)square feet.
13. When the office activities are directly related to tourism and recreation.
14. Retail sales limited to groceries and sales of souvenirs,gifts,novelties,curios and handicraft products.Grocery stores may not exceed four thousand(4,000)square feet.
15. Any open storage shall be enclosed by a sight-obscuring fence not less than six(6)feet and not more than seven(7)feet high.
16. Not to exceed two(2)years.
17. Subject to the following requirements:
a. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all setback requirements for the zone in which it is located.
b. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all applicable health department requirements for potable water and sewage disposal.
c. Placement is subject to obtaining a building permit for the manufactured home.
d. Owner must record a notice to title prior to the issuance of building permit which indicates the restrictions and removal requirements.
e. The Special Care Dwelling unit cannot be used as a rental unit.
I. The Special Care Dwelling unit must be removed when the need for care ceases.
g. A Special Care Dwelling is not permitted on the same lot where an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Accessory Living Quarter exists.
h. Park model trailers shall obtain the same building permit as for placement of a manufactured home.
i. Park model trailers shall be inspected and approved by Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
18. Limited to service stations,provided there shall be no repairing,repainting,reconstruction or sale of motor vehicles from the premises.
19. Includes truck stop operations.Minor repair work permitted.
20. Because of considerations of odor,dust,smoke,noise,fumes,vibration or hazard,the following uses shall not be permitted in the industrial zone unless a conditional use permit authorizing such use has been
granted by the Board:
a. All chemical manufacture,storage and/or packaging;
b. Asphalt manufacture,mixing,or refining;
c. Automobile dismantling,wrecking or junk yards;
d. Blast furnaces or coke ovens;
e. Cement,lime,gypsum or plaster of Paris manufacture;
f. Drop forge industries;
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g. Reduction or disposal of garbage,offal or similar refuse;
h. Oil refining;alternative energy refinery(i.e.biofuels,ethanol)
i. Rubber reclaiming;
j. Feed yards,livestock sales yards or slaughterhouses;
k. Smelting,reduction or refining of metallic ores;
1. Tanneries;
m. Wineries;
n. Manufacturing of industrial or household adhesives,glues,cements,or component parts thereof,from vegetable,animal or synthetic plastic materials;
o. Waste(refuse)recycling and processing;
p. On-site and off-site hazardous waste storage and/or treatment.Off-site materials shall be accepted only from Kittitas County source sites.In considering the issuance of conditional use permits for the foregoing
listed uses,the Board shall:
In considering the issuance of conditional use permits for the foregoing listed uses,the Board shall:
a. Assure that the degree of compatibility enunciated as the purpose of this title shall be maintained with respect to the particular use on the particular site and in consideration of other existing and potential uses
within the general area in which such use is proposed to be located;
b. Recognize and compensate for variations and degree of technological processes and equipment as related to the factors of noise,smoke,fumes,vibration,odors and hazards.Unless substantial proof is offered
showing that such process and/or equipment has reduced the above factors so as to be negligible,use is located not less than one thousand(1,000)feet from any church,school,park,playground or occupied
dwelling on the same lot or parcel as such use.
21. In considering proposals for location of such campgrounds,the Board shall consider at a minimum the following criteria:
a. Campgrounds should be located at sufficient distance from existing rural residential/residential development so as to avoid possible conflicts and disturbances.
b. Traffic volumes generated by such a development should not create a nuisance or impose on the privacy of nearby residences or interfere with normal traffic flow.
c. Landscaping or appropriate screening should be required and maintained where necessary for buffering.
d. Adequate and convenient vehicular access,circulation and parking should be provided.
e Public health and safety of campers and those reasonably impacted by the campground(i.e.heath,water,sanitation)
22. The following standards shall apply to the approval and construction of mini-warehouses:
a. A mini-warehouse proposal(application)must include plans for aesthetic improvements and/or sight screening;
b. All buildings with storage units facing property boundaries shall have a minimum setback of thirty-five(35)feet;
c. No commercial or manufacturing activities will be permitted within any building or storage unit;
d. Lease documents shall spell out all conditions and restrictions of the use;
e. Signs,other than on-site direction aids,shall number not more than two(2)and shall not exceed forty(40)square feet each in area;
23. Subject to all state and/or county health regulations and to regulations in this title,provided a minimum of one(1)acre is available.Excluding swine and mink.
24. Accessory Dwelling Unit(ADU)subject to the following requirements:
a. The lot size shall be at least 6,000 square feet;
b. There shall be no more than two(2)ADUs on the lot;
c. The ADU shall not exceed 1,500 square feet;
d. All setback requirements for the zone in which the ADU is located shall apply;
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e. The ADU shall meet the applicable health department standards for potable water and sewage disposal,including providing adequate water supplies under RCW 19.27.097;
f. No mobile homes or recreational vehicles shall be allowed as an ADU;
g. The ADU shall provide additional off-street parking;
h. An ADU is not permitted on the same lot where a special care dwelling or an Accessory Living Quarters exists;
i. ADUs shall be subject to obtaining an administrative permit.
25. No new residence shall be permitted except that related to the business or enterprises allowed in this zone such as janitor or night watchman.Any such residence shall meet the requirements of the residential zone.
26. Provided that:
a. The shelters are used to house farm laborers on a temporary or seasonal basis only,regardless of change of ownership,if it remains in farm labor-needed status;
b. The shelters must conform with all applicable building and health regulations;
c. The number of shelters shall not exceed four(4)per twenty(20)contiguous acres of land area;
d. The shelters are owned and maintained by the owner or operator of an agricultural operation which clearly demonstrates the need for farm laborers;
e. Should the parent agriculture operation cease or convert to non-agriculture use,then the farm labor shelters shall conform with all applicable building,zoning,and platting requirements or be removed
27. Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted;home occupations with outdoor activities or noise are a conditional use.Offices of a physician,dentist or other professional person when located
in his or her dwelling as well as home occupations engaged in by individuals within their dwellings are allowed provided that no window display is made or any sign shown other than one(1)not exceeding two
(2)square feet in area and bearing only the name and occupation of the occupant.
28. Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted;home occupations with outdoor activities or noise are a conditional use.No sign advertising a home occupation shall exceed sixteen(16)square
feet in size.
29. When used for temporary occupancy for a period not to exceed one(1)year related to permanent home construction or seasonal/temporary employment.
30. Noncommercial sand and gravel excavation is permitted for on-site use without a conditional use permit.
31. Permitted when located within an established mining district;requires conditional use permit outside an established mining district.
32. Public transportation deadhead stations permitted;passenger terminals are a Conditional Use.
33. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.
34. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
35. Where the use is only serving a residential PUD and where all applicable standards are met.
36. Subject to the following requirements:
a. Accessory Living Quarters shall be located within an owner occupied primary residence.
b. Accessory Living Quarters are limited in size to no greater than fifty percent(50%)of the habitable area of the primary residence.
c. The Accessory Living Quarters are subject to applicable health district standards for water and sewage disposal.
d. Only two(2)Accessory Living Quarters shall be allowed per lot.
e. Accessory Living Quarters are to provide additional off-street parking.
f. Accessory Living Quarters are not allowed where two(2)Accessory Dwelling Units or Special Care Dwellings exist.
37. Maximum of four(4)boarders and two(2)bedrooms dedicated to the use.
38. As of September 1,1998,mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and placed within Kittitas County.Those units presently located in Kittitas County that are to be relocated within Kittitas County
must have a fire/life inspection approved by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
39. Outdoor recreation activities that cause noise require a conditional use permit.
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40 Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.24,Historic Trailer Court Zones.
41 Pursuant to RCW 70.128.140.
42 Use shall not exceed 10,000 square feet and no more than eight(8)events shall occur within a calendar year.
43 Limited to seasonal,non-structural hay storage.
Footnotes Associated with Urban Use Table.
44 Required to meet all the review criteria requirements for conditional use permits found in KCC§17.60A.015.
45 An administrative conditional use permit is required when enhanced agricultural sales or sales of goods produced offsite are provided and/or when the farm stand is located more than forty-five(45)feet from the
centerline of the public street or highway.
46 When enhanced agricultural sales are provided.
47 Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.62,Public Facilities Permits.
48 Limited to primitive campgrounds as defined by KCC§17.08.155A.
49 Agricultural Enhanced Uses which include eating and drinking establishments and/or event facilities for seminars or other social gatherings are limited to 10,000 square feet of total indoor floor area.
50 Subject to the following requirements:
a. Manufactured home parks shall require approval of a binding site plan pursuant to KCC Title 16.
b. Manufactured home park density shall not to exceed twelve(12)units per acre.A minimum of five(5)manufactured home spaces shall be required per park.
c. Manufactured home parks shall provide not less than ten percent(10%)of the gross area of the park for common open space for the use of its residents.
d. Each manufactured home space shall have direct frontage on a public or private street.
e. The minimum setbacks shall be consistent with the zoning classification they are located in.
51 Pursuant to KCC§17.61C.050 and§17.61C.060.
52 Day Care Facilities servicing 13 or more adults or children within a 24-hour period require a Conditional Use Permit.All Day Care Facilities must comply with all State licensing requirements.
53.Permissions and standards for projects developed within the City of Ellensburg Urban Growth Area are subject to KCC section 17.11 Urban Growth Areas and the most recent version of the Kittitas County/City of
Ellensburg hiterlocal Agreement.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-008, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013; Ord. 2014-004, 2014; Ord. 2014-005, 2014; Ord. 2014-015, 2014; Ord. 2015-002,
2015; Ord. 2015-010, 2015; Ord. 2016-023, 2016; Ord. 2018-001, 2018; Ord. 2018-018, 2018; Ord. 2019-013, 2019; Ord. 2021-015, 2021; Ord.
2022-017, 2022; Ord. 2023-010, 2023)
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Item 25-03
HB 1337 Updates
On July 23, 2023, HB 1337 became effective in Washington State. HB 1337 provides new
guidance and requirements associated with the development of Accessory Dwelling Units
(ADU's).The Bill is intended to encourage ADU development through lowering development
standards and increasing allowances in Cities, Urban Growth Areas, and LAMIRD's.The Bill
requires local jurisdictions to adopt complying regulations within 6 months of their next
Periodic Comprehensive Plan Update.
Item 25-03 involves updates to the following Kittitas County code sections.
17.08—Definitions, 17.15.050—Allowed uses in Resource lands, 17.15.060-Allowed uses in
rural non-LAMIRD lands, 17.15.070-Allowed uses in rural LAMIRD lands, 17.15.080-Allowed
uses in Urban lands, and 17.36.015 Applicability.
Many of the provisions in HB 1337 involve development standards more frequently associated
with city jurisdictions. Limitations on design standards, impact fees, parking requirements,
size, and setbacks from alleyways make up much of the bill. Current ADU regulations in Kittitas
County are largely compliant with HB 1337, but some changes are necessary to ensure
consistency.
The proposed updates will amend all four allowed use tables and the footnotes associated
with each use table.The updates will remove the"Accessory Living Quarters" definition and
use within all applicable code sections.The Accessory Living Quarters use has not been
completely removed, but relocated under the "Accessory Dwelling Unit" definition,to ensure
consistency with HB 1337,which makes no distinction between the two.
Additionally,the update will change the standards for ADU development, as expressed in the
footnote section of each use table. It will increase permissions for up to 2 ADU's within UGA
and LAM IRD designations when general development standards can be met. It will maintain an
off-street parking requirement of one spot per ADU and eliminate minimum lot size
requirements for ADU development within the Urban Growth Areas and LAMIRDS.
While preparing this update, staff discovered an errant footnote (#51)within the Rural Non-
LAMIRD use table that applied to all lots within the Ag-5, Rural-5,Ag-20, and Forest and Range
zones.The footnote states, "When enhanced agriculture sales are provided."While this
change is not associated with HB 1337, the footnote did not make any sense, so we are
suggesting removal of this as part of this update.
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§ 17.08.010 §17.08.031
CHAPTER 17.08
DEFINITIONS'
§17.08.010. Generally.
Certain terms and words used in this title are defined in the following sections.Words used in the
present tense include the future;words in the singular number include the plural number;and words
in the plural number include the singular number; the word "building" includes the word
"structure,"and the word"shall'is mandatory and not directory.
(Res.83-10,1983)
§17.08.011. Definitions within Ellensburg Urban Growth Area(UGA).
Within the City of Ellensburg UGA,the definitions in KCC§ 17.11.036 shall apply.Where terms
are not defined KCC§ 17.11.036,the definitions in KCC Chapter 17.08 shall apply.
(Ord.2022-017,2022)
§17.08.020. Accessory building or accessory use.
"Accessory building"or"accessory use"means a subordinate building or use which is incidental
to that of the main building or use and located on the same tract or lot as the main building or use.
(Res.83-10,1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.022. Accessory dwelling unit.
"Accessory dwelling unit"means a self-contained,secondary residential unit that is located on the
same lot as the primary dwelling and provides independent living facilities for one household._
Accessory dwelling units may be attached to the primary residence or detached.(Ord.0-2006-
01,2006;Ord.2010-014,2010;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2013-008,2013;Ord.
2022-017,2022;Ord.2023-010,2023)
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as a r-ange/oven/hood vent)fully eontained within a single strueture that eontains the primary
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§17.08.030. Access road.
"Access road"means any road,public or private,except a county arterial road.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.030A. Administrative.
"Administrative"means a discretionary action or permit decision made without a public hearing.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.031. Adult family home.
"Adult family home" means a residential home in which a person or persons provide personal
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§ 17.08.031 § 17.08.034C
care,special care,room,and board to more than one(1)but not more than six(6)adults who are
not related by blood or marriage to the person or persons providing the services.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.032. Agriculture processing.
"Agriculture processing" includes but is not limited to feed mills, canneries, preparation of
agriculture product(produce washing,boxing,bulk packaging,baling,etc.),animal slaughter and
meat preparation.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.033. Agriculture production.
"Agriculture production" means raising of crops, animals and other agricultural products.
Definition excludes feedlots,which are defined separately.
(Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2014-005,2014)
§17.08.034. Agriculture sales.
"Agriculture sales" includes,but is not limited to,private or public sales(including auctions)of
agricultural products such as fruit/produce,eggs,milk cheese,and livestock that expand beyond
the restrictions for"agricultural direct marketing activities.
(Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2021-015,2021)
§17.08.034A. Agriculture sales-enhanced.
"Agricultural sales-enhanced"means the selling of agricultural products grown or raised locally
that have been enhanced to improve market value.Enhanced agricultural sales activities include,
but are not limited to:sales of prepared food or beverages,crafts,floral arrangements;and tasting
rooms. Marijuana product sales are excluded. Enhanced agricultural sales operations may also
include the retail sale of fresh or unprocessed agricultural products.
(Ord.2014-015,2014)
§17.08.034B. Agricultural enhanced uses(AEU).
"Agricultural enhanced uses(AEU)"refers to a use that is accessory to a working farm,approved
winery, distillery, cider house or brewery or any agricultural, horticultural, or agribusiness
operation that is open to the public for the purpose of enjoyment,education,or active involvement
in the activities of the agricultural operation. These activities must be related to agriculture,and
incidental to the primary operation on the site. The retail sales of agricultural related products
is considered accessory and subordinate to the agricultural operation when the products sold are
grown or produced on site.
(Ord.2016-023,2016;Ord.2021-015,2021)
§17.08.034C. Agricultural direct marketing activities.
Those accessory activities associated with the retail sale of agricultural products produced on and
off the premises.This includes the sale of nonagricultural products(e.g.,crafts,antiques,kitchen
goods,etc.),educational classes and tours,commercial farm rides on premises,and temporary food
services.
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§ 17.08.034C §17.08.035
(Ord.2021-015,2021)
§17.08.034D. Agricultural seasonal harvest festivities.
Those temporary and accessory activities associated with the sale of annual harvest crops.These
accessory activities may include live music,temporary food service establishments,vendors other
than the owners or operators of the farm,commercial farm rides on the premises and recreational
activities(e.g.,corn mazes,craft booths,etc.).
(Ord.2021-015,2021)
§17.08.034E. Agricultural expanded seasonal harvest festivities.
Expanded seasonal harvest festivities allow a farming activity to expand beyond the restrictions
for seasonal harvest festivities.The purpose and intent of the conditional use for expanded seasonal
harvest festivities is to allow direct marketing of crops to the public.It is not to provide alternative
ways to create permanent or semi-permanent sales businesses that would otherwise require a zone
reclassification to a commercial zone.
(Ord.2021-015,2021)
§17.08.034.F. Agritourism.
"Agritourism activity"means any activity carried out on a farm or ranch whose primary business
activity is agriculture or ranching and that allows members of the general public,for recreational,
entertainment,or educational purposes,to view or enjoy rural activities,including,but not limited
to: Farming; ranching, historic cultural and on-site educational programs, recreational farming
programs that may include on-site hospitality services,guided and self-guided tours,petting zoos,
farm festivals,corn mazes,harvest-your-own operations,hayrides,barn parties,horseback riding,
fishing,and camping.
"Agritourism professional"means any person in the business of providing one or more agritourism
activities,whether or not for compensation.
"Inherent risks of agritourism activity"means those dangers or conditions that are an integral part
of an agritourism activity including certain hazards, such as surface and subsurface conditions,
natural conditions of land, vegetation, waters, the behavior of wild or domestic animals, and
ordinary dangers of structures or equipment ordinarily used in farming and ranching operations.
Inherent risks of agritourism activity also include the potential of a participant to act in a negligent
manner that may contribute to injury to the participant or others, including failing to follow
instructions given by the agritourism professional,or failing to exercise reasonable caution while
engaging in the agritourism activity,unless the participant acting in a negligent manner is a minor
or is under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
"Participant" means any person, other than the agritourism professional, who engages in an
agritourism activity.
"Person"means an individual,fiduciary,firm,association,partnership,limited liability company,
corporation,unit of government,or any other group acting as a unit.
(Ord.2025-001, 1/7/2025)
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§17.08.035. Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
"Agriculture study overlay zone"means properties containing prime farmland soils,as defined by
United States Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service in Agriculture Handbook No.
210,and located in the former Thorp Urban Growth Node Boundaries and outside of LAMIRD
boundaries.
(Ord.2009-25,2009;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.040. Airport.
"Airport" means any area of land or water designed and set aside for landing and taking off of
aircraft.
(Res.83-10,1983)
§17.08.050. Alteration.
"Alteration"means a change in construction or a change of occupancy.Where the term alteration
is applied to a change in construction,it is intended to apply to any change,addition or modification
in construction.Where the term is used in connection with a change of occupancy,it is intended to
apply to changes of occupancy from one(1)trade or use to another or from one(1)division of a
trade or use to another.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.060. Amendment.
"Amendment"means a change in the wording,context,boundaries or maps which are a part of
this title by the county commissioners in the manner prescribed by law.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.063. Amenity funds.
"Amenity funds" means cash payments to cities to help offset the costs of taking additional
density.
(Ord.2009-25,2009)
§17.08.067. Animal boarding.
"Animal boarding" means a facility where animals are housed, fed, and cared for, excluding a
veterinary clinic,for a period greater than twenty-four(24)hours for commercial purposes. Such
uses shall include,but are not limited to,kennels and boarding stables.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2009-25,2009;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2019-013,2019)
§17.08.068. Animal crematory.
"Animal crematory" means a dedicated area within a building approved for animal cremation
services or an accessory building wherein animal remains are cremated.
(Ord.2021-015,2021)
§17.08.070. Repealed.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
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§ 17.08.100 §17.08.130
§17.08.100. Auto wrecking yard.
"Auto wrecking yard"means any place in the business of buying,selling or dealing in vehicles of a
type required to be licensed under the laws of this state,for the purpose of wrecking,dismantling,
disassembling or substantially changing the form of any motor vehicle, or which buys or sells
integral secondhand parts of component material thereof.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.101. Battery charging station.
"Battery charging station" means an electrical component assembly or cluster of component
assemblies designed specifically to charge batteries within electric vehicles,which meet or exceed
any standards,codes, and regulations set forth by chapter 19.28 RCW and consistent with rules
adopted under RCW 19.27.540.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2011-013,2011)
§17.08.102. Battery electric vehicle(BEV).
"Battery electric vehicle(BEV)"means any vehicle that operates exclusively on electrical energy
from an off-board source that is stored in the vehicle's batteries, and produces zero tailpipe
emissions or pollution when stationary or operating.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2011-013,2011;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.103. Battery exchange station.
"Battery exchange station" means a fully automated facility that will enable an electric vehicle
with a swappable battery to enter a drive lane and exchange the depleted battery with a fully
charged battery through a fully automated process,which meets or exceeds any standards,codes,
and regulations set forth by chapter 19.27 RCW and consistent with rules adopted under RCW
19.27.540.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2011-013,2011;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.105. Bed and breakfast.
"Bed and breakfast"means any establishment located in a structure designed for a single family
residence that has more than two(2)rooms for rent on a daily basis and offers a meal as part of
the cost of a room,regardless of whether the owner or operator of the establishment resides in any
of the structures. Excludes rehabilitation centers, group homes, clinics, nursing homes, church
camps,and other similar uses.
(Ord.93-21(part), 1993;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.110. Board.
"Board"means Kittitas County Board of County Commissioners.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.120. Repealed.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2012-009,2012)
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§17.08.130. Building.
"Building"means a structure having roof supported by columns or walls for the shelter,support
or enclosure of persons,animals or chattels.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.135. Building height.
"Building height" means the vertical distance from grade plane to the average height of the
highest roof surface.Grade plain is the reference plane representing the average of finished ground
level adjoining the building at exterior walls.Where the finished ground level slopes away from
the exterior walls,the reference plane shall be established by the lowest points within the area
between the building and the lot line or,where the lot line is more than six(6)feet(1829 mm)
from the building,between the building and a point six(6)feet(1829 mm)from the building.
(Ord.2010-014,2010;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.140. Building line.
"Building line"means a line established at a minimum distance a building may be located from
any property line as determined by the standards of this title.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.150. Repealed.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.155. Campground.
"Campground"means any parcel or tract of land under the control of any person,organization, or
governmental entity wherein two(2)or more recreational vehicle,recreational park trailer or other
camping unit sites are offered for the use of the public or members of an organization.Typically
the length of stay for a majority of the guests will range from one(1)to fourteen(14)days.The
purpose of a campground use shall relate primarily to vacation,recreation and similar pursuits,and
is not a place of permanent residence for the campers.A single-family residence may be allowed
for the owner or caretaker.Very limited service commercial activities may be allowed which are
intended for campers of the campground and must be approved as part of a conditional use permit.
Youth Camps may offer additional education and child-care assistance elements as secondary uses
to the Campground.These secondary uses shall comply with all applicable Federal,State and local
regulations.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2013-012,2013;Ord.2021-015,2021)
§17.08.155A. Campground,primitive.
"Campground, primitive" means dispersed camping outside of a designated campground or a
campground without full amenities.Dispersed camping means there are no designated campsites,
no toilets,no picnic tables,no trash cans,no treated water,and no fire grates.Dispersed camping
is not allowed in the vicinity of developed recreation sites such as campgrounds,boat ramps,picnic
areas, or trailheads. A campground without full amenities means that sanican/vault toilets,
campfire rings,picnic tables,and graveled/identified campsites are allowed;however no utilities
such as water,septic,and power,or pavement are allowed except for paved road aprons or similar.
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(Ord.2015-010,2015;Ord.2018-021,2018)
§17.08.156. Camp site.
"Camp site"means a specific area within an RV park or campground that is set aside for use by a
camping unit.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.157. Camping unit.
"Camping unit" means any portable structure, shelter or vehicle designed and intended for
occupancy by persons engaged in RV activities or camping. The basic units are: recreational
vehicle,tent,portable camping cabin,teepee,yurt or other portable shelter.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.158. Charging levels.
"Charging levels" means the standardized indicators of electrical force, or voltage, at which an
electric vehicle's battery is recharged. The terms "l," "2," and "3" are the most common EV
charging levels,and include the following specifications:
Level 1 is considered slow charging.
Level 2 is considered medium charging.
Level 3 is considered fast or rapid charging.
(Res.83-10,1983;Ord.2011-013,2011;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.160. Clinic.
"Clinic"means any building or portion of any building containing offices for providing medical,
dental or psychiatric services for outpatients only.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.161. Clubhouses,fraternities and lodges.
"Clubhouses, fraternities and lodges" means associations of persons organized for social,
education, literary or charitable purposes. This definition includes community meeting halls,
clubhouses and lodges for philanthropic institutions, private clubs, fraternal or nonprofit
organizations,and social service organizations.This definition excludes religious institutions.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.162. Repealed.
(Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2013-012,2013)
§17.08.163. Repealed.
(Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2013-012,2013)
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§17.08.165. Commercial activities associated with agriculture.
"Commercial activities associated with agriculture"means any commercial endeavor including the
custom fabrication and construction of products or materials, as well as services which are in
support of,or supplemental to agricultural activities. Such use in areas designated as agricultural
land of long term commercial significance shall comply with RCW 36.70A.177(3) as currently
existing or hereafter amended,and shall be limited to lands with poor soils or those unsuitable for
agriculture.
(Ord.2009-25,2009;Ord.2018-001,2018)
§17.08.170. Commission.
"Commission"means the Kittitas County Planning Commission.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.171. Common area.
"Common area" means land commonly owned to include open space, landscaping or recreation
facilities(e.g.,typically owned by a homeowners'association or by the State through conservation
easements).
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.180. Conditional uses.
For the definition of"Conditional uses"see"Use."
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.183. Conservation easement.
"Conservation easement" means a legal agreement between a landlord and a land trust or
government agency that permanently limits uses of the land in order to protect its nondevelopment
values.It allows the landowner to continue to own and use the land,to sell it,or to pass it on to
heirs.A conservation easement is placed on a sending site at the time development rights are sold
from the property.The conservation easement typically prohibits any further development of the
property but allows resource uses,such as farming and forestry,to continue.
(Ord.2009-25,2009)
§17.08.187. Conservation or resource values.
"Conservation or resource values"means the use and suitability of the land for farm,agricultural,
or forest production and the perpetual retention of the land for such purpose.
(Ord.2009-25,2009;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.188. County.
"County"means the County of Kittitas,Washington.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.190. County arterial road.
"County arterial road"means any county road designated by resolution at any time as a county
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arterial road by the Board.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.191. Critter pad.
"Critter pad"means livestock flood sanctuary areas.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.195. Day care facilities.
"Day care facilities" means a licensed establishment for group care of nonresident adults or
children.
(Ord.90-15§ 1, 1990;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2022-017,2022)
§17.08.197. Density(ies).
"Density(ies)"means a measurement of the number of dwelling units in relationship to a specified
amount of land. As used in this Code, density is determined based on the gross parcel or lot
area,which includes land that will be dedicated as right-of-way through the development process.
It does not include land previously dedicated as right-of-way. Density is a measurement used
generally for residential uses.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.198. Repealed.
(Ord.98-22(part), 1998;Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2013-012,2013)
§17.08.198A. Develop.
"Develop" means to construct or alter a structure or to make a physical change to the land
including excavations and fills.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.198B. Development.
"Development"means all improvements on a site,including buildings,other structures,parking
and loading areas,landscaping,paved or graveled areas,and areas devoted to exterior display or
storage activities.Development includes improved open areas such as plazas and walkways,but
does not include natural geologic forms or unimproved land.See also Exterior Improvements.
(Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2013-008,2013)
§17.08.199. Development right.
"Development right"means an interest in and the right under current law to use and subdivide a
lot for any and all residential,commercial,and industrial purposes.
(Ord.2009-25,2009)
§17.08.199A. Director.
"Director"means the director of Kittitas County Community Development Services department or
designee.
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(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.200. Dwelling.
"Dwelling"means a building or portion thereof designed exclusively for residential occupancy.
(Res.83-10,1983)
§17.08.210. Dwelling,multiple-family.
"Multiple-family dwelling"means a dwelling designed or used for occupancy by more than two
(2)families.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.211. Dwelling,single-family.
"Single-family dwelling"means a dwelling designed or used for occupancy by one(1)family.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.220. Dwelling,two-family.
"Two-family dwelling"means a building designed exclusively for occupancy by two(2)families
living independently of each other.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.221. Electric scooters and motorcycles.
"Electric scooters and motorcycles"means any two-(2)-wheel vehicle that operates exclusively on
electrical energy from an off-board source that is stored in the vehicle's batteries and produces zero
emissions or pollution when stationary or operating.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2011-013,2011;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.222. Electric vehicle.
"Electric vehicle" means any vehicle that operates, either partially or exclusively, on electrical
energy from the grid,or an off-board source,that is stored on-board for motive purpose."Electric
vehicle" includes: (1) a battery electric vehicle; (2) a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle; (3) a
neighborhood electric vehicle;and(4)a medium-speed electric vehicle.
(Res.83-10,1983;Ord.2011-013,2011)
§17.08.223. Electric vehicle charging station.
"Electric vehicle charging station"means a public or private parking space that is served by battery
charging station equipment that has as its primary purpose the transfer of electric energy (by
conductive or inductive means)to a battery or other energy storage device in an electric vehicle.
An electric vehicle charging station equipped with Level 1 or Level 2 charging equipment is
permitted outright as an accessory use to any principal use.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2011-013,2011)
§17.08.223A. Electric vehicle charging station-Restricted.
"Electric vehicle charging station-restricted"means an electric vehicle charging station that is
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(1)privately owned and restricted access(e.g.,single-family home,executive parking,designated
employee parking)or(2)publicly owned and restricted(e.g.,fleet parking with no access to the
general public).
(Res.83-10,1983;Ord.2011-013,2011)
§17.08.223B. Electric vehicle charging station-Public.
"Electric vehicle charging station-public"means an electric vehicle charging station that is(1)
publicly owned and publicly available(e.g.,Park&Ride parking,public library parking lot,on-
street parking)or(2)privately owned and publicly available(e.g.,shopping center parking,non-
reserved parking in multi-family parking lots).
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2011-013,2011)
§17.08.224. Electric vehicle infrastructure.
"Electric vehicle infrastructure" means structures, machinery, and equipment necessary and
integral to support an electric vehicle,including battery charging stations,rapid charging stations,
and battery exchange stations.
(Res.83-10,1983;Ord.2011-013,2011)
§17.08.224A. Electric vehicle parking space.
"Electric vehicle parking space" means any marked parking space that identifies the use to be
exclusively for the parking of an electric vehicle.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2011-013,2011)
§17.08.225. Explosives.
Any chemical compound, mixture, or device, the primary or common purpose of which is to
function by explosion. In addition the term "explosives" shall include all material which is
classified as division 1.1. 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5,or 1.6 explosives by the United States department of
transportation.For the purposes of this chapter,small arms ammunition,small arms ammunition
primers, smokeless powder not exceeding fifty pounds, and black powder not exceeding five
pounds shall not be defined as explosives,unless possessed or used for a purpose inconsistent with
small arms use or other lawful purpose.
(Ord.2018-021,2018)
§17.08.226. Explosives magazine.
Any building or other structure,other than an explosives process building,used for the storage of
explosives.The term"magazine"may be used in KCC to refer to an explosives magazine.
(Ord.2018-021,2018)
§17.08.227. Explosives process building.
Any building or other structure (excepting magazines) containing explosives, in which the
manufacturer of explosives,or any processing involving explosives,is carried on,and any building
where explosives are used as a component part or ingredient in the manufacture of any article or
device.
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(Ord.2018-021,2018)
§17.08.228. Explosives storage or manufacture.
Any site, with any explosives process building, and/or magazine situated thereon, used in
connection with the manufacturing or processing of explosives or in which any process involving
explosives is carried on, or the storage of explosives thereat, as well as any premises where
explosives are used as a component part or ingredient in the manufacture of any article or device.
(Ord.2018-021,2018)
§17.08.229. Extremely hazardous waste.
"Extremely hazardous waste" means those dangerous wastes designated in WAC 173-303-070
through 173-303-103 as extremely hazardous.The abbreviation"EHW"may be used in this title
to refer to those dangerous wastes which are extremely hazardous.
(Ord.93-1(part), 1993;Ord.2018-021,2018)
§17.08.230. Family.
"Family"means a number of related individuals or unrelated individuals living together as a single
housekeeping unit,and doing their cooking on the premises exclusively as one(1)household.This
definition excludes group homes and short-term rentals.The amount of individuals living together
can not exceed applicable health and safety provision.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2022-017,2022)
§17.08.240. Repealed.
(Res.83-10,1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.250. Farm.
"Farm" means an area of land devoted to the production of field or truck crops, livestock or
livestock products,which constitute the major use of such property.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.255. Farm labor shelter.
"Farm labor shelter"means an accessory dwelling unit used exclusively as temporary or seasonal
housing of farm laborers who are doing farm labor on the farm on which the shelters are located.
This definition shall include all manufactured housing and travel trailers provided all trailers are
served by the full range of utilities including water,sewerage and power.
(Ord.93-6(part), 1993;Ord.2007-22,2007)
§17.08.255A. Farm visit.
"Farm visit" means a farm or ranch providing customers a day-use learning experience about
the practice of farming or ranching. A Farm Visit operation does not include overnight
accommodations.Enhanced agricultural sales are allowed.
(Ord.2014-015,2014)
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§17.08.256. Farm stands.
"Farm stands"means a temporary use which is primarily engaged in the sale of fresh agricultural
products,grown on-or off-site,but may include limited prepackaged food products and nonfood
items. This use is to be seasonal in duration, open for the duration of the local harvest season.
Enhanced agricultural sales are allowed.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2014-015,2014;Ord.2015-010,2015)
§17.08.260. Feedlot.
"Feedlot" means any area used for the continuous feeding of five hundred 500 or more head
of cattle destined for slaughter,confined at a density of less than five hundred 500 square feet per
head on a year round basis. This shall not be interpreted to include dairy operations with a
Washington State Grade A license.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.91-4, 1991;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.261. Forestry.
(Ord.2001-13(part),2001;Ord.2009-25,2009;Ord.2013-001,2013;repealed by Ord.
2009-25)
§17.08.261A. Forest product processing.
"Forest product processing"means the harvesting and commercial production of forest products
including but not limited to saw mills,chippers,log sorting and storage.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.261B. Forest product sales.
"Forest product sales"means wholesaling and retailing of vegetation from forest lands including
but not limited to fuel woods, cones, Christmas trees, salal, berries, ferns, greenery, mistletoe,
herbs,and mushrooms.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.261C. Freighting and trucking yard or terminal.
"Freighting and trucking yard or terminal'means an area in which trucks,tractor and/or trailer
units,and semitrailers are parked for seventy two(72)hours or less,and dispatched.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.262. Golf course.
"Golf course"means a recreational facility designed and developed for golf activities.May include
as accessory uses a pro shop,snack bar(not including restaurants),and caddy shack/maintenance
buildings.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.262A. Grade.
"Grade" means the lowest point of elevation of the finished surface of the ground, paving, or
sidewalk within the area between the building and the property line or,when the property line is
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more than five(5)feet from the building,between the building and a line five(5)feet from the
building.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.262B. Grading.
"Grading"means all cuts,fills,embankments,stockpile areas,and equipment maneuvering areas
associated with development.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.262C. Grazing.
"Grazing"means providing herbage for cattle,sheep,goats or horses,including the supplementary
feeding of such animals,as a discrete activity not part of nor conducted in conjunction with any
dairy,livestock feed yard,livestock sales yard,or commercial riding academy.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.263. Group care facility.
"Group care facility" means living quarters for children or adults meeting applicable Federal
and State standards that function as a single housekeeping unit and provide supporting services,
including but not limited to counseling, rehabilitation, and medical supervision, not exceeding
more than twenty(20)residents including staff.If staffed by nonresident staff,each twenty-four
(24)staff hours per day equals one(1)full-time residing staff member for purposes of determining
number of staff.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2018-001,2018)
§17.08.265. Group home.
"Group home" means a home for at least seven (7) and not more than fifteen (15) persons,
plus house parents,providing residential facilities in a homelike environment directed to allow a
degree of community participation and human dignity not provided in an institutional atmosphere.
(Ord.87-9§ 1, 1987;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.266. Guest house.
"Guest house" means an accessory building designed, constructed, and used for the purpose of
providing temporary sleeping accommodations for guests,or for members of the same family as
that occupying the main structure,and containing no kitchen facilities.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.270. Guest ranch or guest farm.
"Guest ranch or guest farm" means a business or an organization providing overnight lodging,
dining and recreational facilities in a rural setting.The purpose of a guest ranch or guest farm shall
relate primarily to vacation, recreation and similar pursuits, and does not include rehabilitation
centers,group homes,clinics,nursing homes,churches and church camps,and other similar uses.
Events such as auctions,barbecues and similar gatherings which do not provide overnight lodging
or which are not conducted on a continuous basis shall not be considered as guest ranches or guest
farms.Enhanced agricultural sales are allowed.
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(Ord.83-Z-5, 1983;Ord.93-21 (part), 1993;Ord.2014-015,2014)
§17.08.280. Hazardous waste.
"Hazardous waste" means those solid wastes designated by 40 CFR Part 261 and regulated as
hazardous waste by the United States EPA.
(Ord.93-1 (part), 1993)
§17.08.281. Hazardous waste facility.
"Hazardous waste facility" means all contiguous land, and structures, other appurtenances, and
improvements on the land used for recycling,reusing,reclaiming,transferring, storing,treating,
or disposing of dangerous waste. Unless otherwise specific in this chapter,the terms "facility,"
"treatment," "storage," "disposal facility" or "waste management facility" shall be used
interchangeably.
(Ord.93-1 (part), 1993)
§17.08.282. Hazardous waste storage.
"Hazardous waste storage" means the holding of dangerous waste for a temporary period.
Accumulation of dangerous waste by the generator on the site of generation is not storage as
long as the generator complies with the applicable requirements of WAC 173-303-200 and 173-
303-201.
(Ord.93-1 (part), 1993)
§17.08.283. Hazardous waste treatment.
"Hazardous waste treatment"means the physical,chemical,or biological processing of dangerous
waste to make such wastes non-dangerous or less dangerous, safer for transport, amenable for
energy or material resource recovery,amenable for storage,or reduced in volume.
(Ord.93-1 (part), 1993)
§17.08.290. Home occupation.
"Home occupation" means any lawful profession, craft or service commonly carried on within
a dwelling or accessory building provided such activity is secondary to the use of said dwelling
for residential purposes, and provided that there is no outdoor display of merchandise. Home
occupations include operations that provide care to twelve(12)or fewer individuals in any twenty-
four (24) hour period within the caregiver's place of residence. This definition shall not be
interpreted to include the sale of firewood,farm produce,or similar activities.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.300. Hospital.
"Hospital" means an institution specializing in and providing facilities and services in surgery,
obstetrics, and general medical practice for human beings and licensed by state law for that
purpose.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
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§17.08.310. Hospital,animal or veterinary.
"Animal or veterinary hospital"means an establishment in which veterinary services,clipping,
bathing,boarding and other services are rendered to animals and domestic pets.
(Ord.2007-22,2007)
§17.08.320. Impound/towing yard.
"Impound/towing yard"means a fully enclosed area which is designed to hold and store vehicles
for a period not more than ninety(90)days which have been impounded by a jurisdiction or private
party.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2014-015,2014)
§17.08.321. Infill.
"Infill"means the development of new housing or other buildings on scattered vacant sites in a
built-up area.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.324. Interlocal agreement.
"Interlocal agreement"means a legal contract between two(2)or more local jurisdictions(cities
and counties)that specifies the condition under which TDR credits may be transferred(typically
from an unincorporated county into an incorporated city).Interlocal agreements must be endorsed
by the legislative bodies of both jurisdictions.
(Ord.2009-25,2009;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.326. Interpretive center.
An institution for dissemination of knowledge of natural or cultural heritage of the surrounding
area.
(Ord.2018-001,2013)
§17.08.327. Repealed.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2009-25,2009;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.329. Junk.
"Junk"means of inoperable motor vehicles or equipment,vehicle or equipment parts,used lumber
and building materials,pipe,appliances,demolition waste,or any used material.This shall not be
interpreted to include the normal storage or accumulation of viable and/or operable agricultural
equipment.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.330. Junkyard.
"Junkyard" means any lot, parcel, building, structure or portion thereof, used for the storage,
collection, processing, purchase, sale, exchange, salvage or disposal of junk, including scrap
materials, unlicensed or inoperable vehicles, vehicle parts,used appliances, machinery or parts
thereof.This shall not be interpreted to include the normal storage or accumulation of viable and/
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or operable agricultural equipment.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.340. Repealed.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.360. Lot.
"Lot" means any area, tract or parcel of land owned by or under the control and in the lawful
possession of one distinct ownership.The term means any type of land holding and includes,but
is not limited to,lots platted in subdivisions.
(Res.83-10,1983)
§17.08.361. Lot,flag.
"Lot,flag"means a lot with two distinct parts:
The flag,which is the only building site;and is located behind another lot;and
The pole,which connects the flag to the street or road,provides the only street frontage for the
lot,and is less than the minimum lot width for the zone in which it is located.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.370. Lot line,front.
"Lot line,front"means a lot line with frontage on any public street,private street,right-of-way or
other means of vehicular access,other than an alley.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2019-013,2019;Ord.2022-017,2022)
§17.08.380. Lot line,rear.
"Rear lot line" means any boundary opposite and most distant from front lot line and not
intersecting a front lot line.
(Res.83-10,1983)
§17.08.390. Lot line,side.
"Side lot line"means any boundary line not a front or rear lot line.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.390B. Lot,through.
"Lot,through"means a lot that has frontage on two(2)easements(public or private)for access.
(Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2019-013,2019)
§17.08.390C. Street frontage.
"Street frontage"means the linear frontage of a parcel or property abutting a street or vehicular
access easement.
(Ord.2019-013,2019)
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§17.08.391. Manufactured home.
"Manufactured home" means a single-family residence constructed after June 15, 1976, and in
accordance with the U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD)requirements
for manufactured housing and bearing the appropriate insignia indication for such compliance.The
unit must be transportable in one (1) or more sections, which in the traveling mode, is eight
(8)body feet or more in width or forty(40)body width in length,or when erected on site exceeds
four hundred(400)square feet and which is built on a permanent chassis.A manufactured home
shall be affixed to a foundation system in accordance with Chapter 296-150M WAC as
administered by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. The manufacturer's
requirements shall be followed for placement and if there are no manufacturer instructions,
the Kittitas County department of building and fire safety requirements shall be imposed. A
manufactured home has a red insignia from the Department of Labor and Industries.
(Ord.9822(part), 1998;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.392. Manufacturing.
"Manufacturing" includes, but is not limited to, assembly, storage, packaging or treatment of
products and merchandise such as drugs,food,beverages, cosmetics and toiletries,and products
made from materials such as textiles,metals,paper,plastics,stone,wood,and paint.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.392A. Marijuana processing.
"Marijuana processing"means the preparation of marijuana products including,but not limited to,
boxing,bulk packaging,portioning, labeling, or the creation of marijuana derivative and edible
products.
(Ord.2014-004,2014)
§17.08.392B. Marijuana production.
"Marijuana production"means any operation to raise or produce marijuana.
(Ord.2014-004,2014)
§17.08.392C. Marijuana,retail sales.
"Marijuana,retail sales"means any operation or business selling,distributing,or dispensing usable
marijuana or marijuana-infused products which have been prepared,processed,or packaged for
end user consumption.
(Ord.2014-015,2014)
§17.08.393. Medium-speed electric vehicle.
"Medium-speed electric vehicle" means a self-propelled, electrically powered four-(4)-wheeled
motor vehicle, equipped with a roll cage or crush-proof body design, whose speed attainable
in one (1)mile is more than twenty-five (25)miles per hour but not more than thirty-five (35)
miles per hour and otherwise meets or exceeds the Federal regulations set forth in 49 C.F.R.Sec.
571.500.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2011-013,2011;Ord.2013-001,2013)
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§17.08.395. Repealed.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2014-004,2014;Ord.2014-015,2014)
§17.08.396. Repealed.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.397. Mini warehouse.
"Mini warehouse" means a building or group of buildings containing individual
compartmentalized access stalls or lockers for the dead storage of customers'goods or wares.
(Ord.83-Z-2(part), 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.397A. Mining and excavation.
"Mining and excavation" means extraction of earth materials including but not limited to clay,
coal,gravel,minerals,metallic substances,peat, sand,stone,topsoil,and any other similar solid
material or substance to be excavated from natural deposits on or in the earth for commercial,
industrial,or construction use.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.398. Mobile home.
"Mobile home"means a structure transportable in one(1)or more sections that are eight(8)feet
or more in width and thirty-two(32)feet or more in length,built on a permanent chassis,designed
to be used as a permanent dwelling and constructed before June 15, 1976.Beginning September
1, 1998, mobile homes will no longer be allowed to be transported and placed within Kittitas
County. Those units presently located in Kittitas County that are to be relocated within Kittitas
County must have a fire/life inspection approved by the Washington State Department of Labor
and Industries.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.98-22(part), 1998;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.399. Modular home.
"Modular home"means a manufactured structure originally designed for initial movement without
benefit of an undercarriage frame or its own wheels to a site of permanent placement on a full
perimeter foundation,used for residential purposes, and exceeds eight hundred sixty-four(846)
square feet of enclosed living area.A modular home shall be considered a"dwelling"or"single-
family residence". A "modular home" constructed to International Building Code standards and
bearing the gold insignia from the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries shall be
considered to be a single-family residence.
(Ord.93-21 (part), 1993;Ord.98-22(part), 1998;Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.400. Repealed.
(Res.83-10,1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.408. Neighborhood electric vehicle.
"Neighborhood electric vehicle" means a self-propelled, electrically powered four-(4)-wheeled
motor vehicle whose speed attainable in one(1)mile is more than twenty(20)miles per hour and
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not more than twenty-five(25)miles per hour and conforms to federal regulations under Title 49
C.F.R.Part 571.500.
(Res. 83-10,1983;Ord.2011-013,2011;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.410. Nonconforming use.
For more information on"nonconforming use"see"Use."
(Res.83-10,1983;Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.412. Non-electric vehicle.
"Non-electric vehicle" means any motor vehicle that does not meet the definition of"electric
vehicle."
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2011-013,2011;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.415. Nurseries.
An establishment for the growth,display,and/or sale of plants,shrubs,trees,and materials used in
indoor or outdoor planting such as but not limited to beauty bark,round landscape rock,topsoil,
and mulch,conducted within or without an enclosed building.
(Ord.2018-021,2018)
§17.08.420. Nursing home.
"Nursing home"means a home,place or institution which operates or maintains facilities providing
convalescence or chronic care or both for a period in excess of twenty-four(24)consecutive hours
for three(3)or more patients not related by blood or marriage to the operator,who by reason of
illness or infirmity are unable properly to care for themselves, and is licensed by the State
Department of Health as a nursing home.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.421. Office.
"Office" means a place at which the affairs of a business, profession, service, or industry are
conducted and generally furnished with desks,tables,files and communication equipment.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.424. Off-site hazardous waste facilities.
"Off-site hazardous waste facilities"means hazardous waste treatment and storage facilities that
treat and store waste from generators on properties other than those on which the off-site facilities
are located.
(Ord.93-1 (part), 1993)
§17.08.427. On-site hazardous waste facilities.
"On-site hazardous waste facilities" means hazardous waste treatment and storage facilities that
treat and store waste from generators located on the same property or from contiguous property
within Kittitas County.
(Ord.93-1(part), 1993)
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§17.08.428. Open space.
"Open space" means land within a development that has been dedicated in common to the
ownership within the development or to the public specifically for the purpose of providing places
for recreation,conservation or other open space uses.May include public or private lands.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.430. Outdoor advertising signs and billboards.
1. "Outdoor advertising signs and billboards"means any card, paper,cloth,metal,wooden or
other display or device of any kind or character,including but not limiting the same to any
poster, bill, printing, painting or other advertisement of any kind whatsoever, including
statuary,placed for outdoor advertising purposes on or to the ground or any tree,wall,rack,
fence,building,structure or thing.
2. "Outdoor advertising signs and billboards"does not include:
a. Official notices issued by any court or public body or officer;
b. Notices posted by any public officer in performance of a public duty or by any person
in giving legal notice;
c. Directional,warning or information structures required by or authorized by law or by
federal,state,county or city authority.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.430A. Overlay zone/district.
"Overlay zone/district" means overlay zones that impose and/or relax requirements of an
underlying land use district,or base zone,where characteristics of the land or neighborhood, or
the types of development planned for an area,require special regulations.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.430B. Ownership.
"Ownership"means an ownership is one(1)or more contiguous lots that are owned by the same
person,partnership,association,or corporation.Ownership also includes lots that are in common
ownership but are separated by a right-of-way.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.431. Park model trailer.
"Park model trailer" means a trailer designed to provide seasonal or temporary living quarters
which may be used with temporary connections to utilities necessary for operation of installed
fixtures and appliances.It has a gross trailer area not exceeding four hundred(400)square feet.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.440. Parking space.
"Parking space"means a minimum gross area available for the parking of a standard American
automobile.
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(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.445. Parks and playgrounds.
"Parks and playgrounds"means sites designed or developed for recreational use including,but not
limited to playfields,picnic facilities,outdoor activity areas,trails,play structures,and facilities
for on-site maintenance.
(Ord.2005-35,2005;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2013-012,2013)
§17.08.450. Planned unit development.
"Planned unit development" means a development that departs from strict compliance with the
zoning and subdivision standards in order to accomplish objectives that serve the public welfare
pursuant to standards in KCC Chapter 17.36.
(Ord.83-Z-2(part), 1983;Ord.90-6(part), 1990;Ord.2005-35,2005;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.455. Planning commission or commission.
"Planning commission"or"commission"means the Kittitas County planning commission.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2005-35,2005)
§17.08.455A. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle(PHEV).
"Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle(PHEV)"means an electric vehicle that(1)contains an internal
combustion engine and also allows power to be delivered to drive wheels by an electric motor;
(2)charges its battery primarily by connecting to the grid or other off-board electrical source;(3)
may additionally be able to sustain battery charge using an on-board internal-combustion-driven
generator;and(4)has the ability to travel powered by electricity.
(Res.83-10,1983;Ord.2011-013,2011)
§17.08.456. Repealed.
(Ord.2015-010,2015)
§17.08.457. Public facilities.
"Public facilities" means capital improvements and systems to support transportation, law
enforcement,fire protection,and recreation.Facilities include but are not limited to fire stations,
police stations,and bus stops.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.460. Public office building.
"Public office building" means a structure used as the office or for the purpose of conducting
official business by an agency of the federal government, state government or a political sub-
division of the state of Washington.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.461. Rapid charging station.
"Rapid charging station" means an industrial grade electrical outlet that allows for faster
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recharging of electric vehicle batteries through higher power levels and that meets or exceeds any
standards,codes,and regulations set forth by chapter 19.28 RCW and consistent with rules adopted
under RCW 19.27.540
(Ord.2011-013,2011)
§17.08.462. Receiving site.
"Receiving site"means those lots where the procurement of TDR credits facilitate a permissible
change in the allowed intensity on the property pursuant to the TDR chapter and all other
controlling policies and law.
(Ord.2009-25,2009)
§17.08.463. Recreation,indoor.
"Recreation,indoor"means a place designed and equipped for the conduct of sports and leisure-
time activities within an enclosed space.Examples include gymnasium,bowling alley,dance hall,
billiard hall, theaters, indoor tennis and racquetball courts, and indoor swimming pools. This
definition excludes stadiums. Indoor recreation uses for the private use of the landowner are
permitted outright.
(Ord.2013-012,2013)
§17.08.464. Recreation,outdoor.
"Recreation,outdoor"means a place designed and equipped for the conduct of sports and leisure-
time activities with little or no enclosed space.Examples include:outdoor theaters,tennis courts,
swimming pools, batting cages, amusement parks, miniature golf courses, boat launches and
driving ranges.This definition excludes golf courses and stadiums.Outdoor recreation uses for the
private use of the landowner are permitted outright.
(Ord.2013-012,2013)
§17.08.465. Recreational vehicle.
"Recreational vehicle" means a vehicular type unit designated as temporary living quarters for
recreation camping,travel or seasonal use which has its own power or is mounted on or towed by
another vehicle. The vehicle has a gross floor area of not more than three hundred twenty
(32) square feet. This definition includes vehicles such as travel trailers, camping trailers,truck
campers and motor homes. A recreational vehicle is not considered a mobile or manufactured
home and is not constructed to the International Building Code standards.A recreational vehicle
has a green and silver insignia from the Department of Labor and Industries.
(Ord.98-22(part), 1998;Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.465A. Recreational vehicle park.
"Recreational vehicle park" means land designed to accommodate predominantly recreational
vehicles(RVs)used as temporary living quarters for recreation or vacation purposes with sewage
facilities approved by the County Health Department and a maximum allowable stay of one
hundred eighty(180)days in a calendar year.
(Ord.2013-012,2013)
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§17.08.465B. Recreational vehicle/equipment service and repair.
This definition is the same as"Vehicle/equipment service and repair"(KCC§ 17.08.560A)except
that it is limited to recreational vehicles,not limited to motorized vehicles and equipment and does
not include gas and service stations stay of one hundred eighty(180)days in a calendar year.
(Ord.2019-013,2019)
§17.08.466. Refuse disposal/recycling.
"Refuse collection/recycling" means a facility for the collection of solid waste or recyclables
for sorting, compaction, composting, processing (including changing the form of materials) or
transfer to a landfill.This definition excludes concrete recycling.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.467. Religious institutions.
"Religious institutions"means churches,synagogues,temples and other places where gathering
for worship is the principle purpose of the use.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.468. Resource based industry.
"Resource based industry"means an industry based on natural resources including but not limited
to recreation-related tourism,agriculture,fisheries,forestry and mining.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.469. Restaurant.
"Restaurant" means a retail establishment selling food and/or drink for consumption on the
premises or for take-out, including accessory on-site food preparation, This definition excludes
taverns.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.469A. Retail sales.
"Retail sales" means selling goods or services to the general public for personal or household
consumption and rendering services incidental to the sale of such goods.This definition excludes
agriculture sales.
(Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2014-004,2014;Ord.2014-015,2014)
§17.08.470. Rezone.
"Rezone" means an amendment to the zoning ordinance, requiring the same enactment as an
original zoning.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.471. Rock crushing.
"Rock crushing"means an activity which reduces the size and weight of rock material into useable
building or landscaping material.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
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§17.08.471A. RV storage.
A commercial indoor and or outdoor space/area used to store recreational vehicle for any amount
of time.
(Ord.2018-001,2013)
§17.08.472. Services.
"Services" means establishments primarily engaged in providing individual or professional
services within the place of business, such as beauty and barber shops, retail laundry and dry-
cleaning including coin-operated, garment alterations and repair, photo studios, shoe repair,
pet grooming, photography and photo reproduction, real estate offices, personal accountants,
entertainment media rental or other indoor rental services, and repair of personal or household
items.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.480. School,public or private.
"Public or private school"means an institution which offers instruction and study required to be
taught in the public schools of the state of Washington. Trade schools are specifically excluded
from this definition.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.485. Shooting range.
"Shooting range" means an area or facility designated or operated for archery (including
crossbows),and/or the discharging and operation of lawfully possessed,lawful firearms,as defined
in RCW Chapter 9.41;with the exception of:
1. Any law enforcement or military shooting range;or
2. Incidental target practice areas on private property.
(Ord.2009-25,2009;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.486. Short-term rental.
"Contact"means the operator or the operator's representative who is the point of contact for any
short-term rental guest for the duration of the guest's stay in the short-tern rental.
"Department"means the Department of Revenue.
"Dwelling unit" means a residential dwelling of any type, including a single-family residence,
apartment, condominium, cooperative unit, or room, in which a person may obtain living
accommodations for less than thirty(30)days,but not including duly licensed bed and breakfast,
inn,hotel,motel,or timeshare property.
"Fee"means remuneration or anything of economic value that is provided,promised,or donated
primarily in exchange for services rendered.
"Guest"means any person or persons renting a short-term rental unit.
"Operator"or"short-term rental operator"means any person who receives payment for owning or
operating a dwelling unit,or portion thereof,as a short-term rental unit.
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"Owner"means any person who,alone or with others,has title or interest in any building,property,
dwelling unit, or portion thereof, with or without accompanying actual possession thereof, and
including any person who as agent,executor,administrator,trustee,or guardian of an estate has
charge, care, or control of any building, dwelling unit, or portion thereof. A person whose sole
interest in any building,dwelling unit, or portion thereof is solely that of a lessee under a lease
agreement is not considered an owner.
"Person"has the same meaning as provided in RCW 82.04.030.
"Short-term rental"means a lodging use,that is not a hotel or motel or bed and breakfast,in which
a dwelling unit, or portion thereof, that is offered or provided to a guest by a short-term rental
operator for a fee for fewer than thirty (30) consecutive nights. "Short-term rental" does not
include any of the following: (i) a dwelling unit that is occupied by the owner for at least six
(6)months during the calendar year and in which fewer than three(3)rooms are rented at any
time; (ii)a dwelling unit,or portion thereof,that is used by the same person for thirty(30) or
more consecutive nights; or (iii) a dwelling unit, or portion thereof, that is operated by an
organization or government entity that is registered as a charitable organization with the Secretary
of State,State of Washington,or is classified by the Federal Internal Revenue Service as a public
charity or a private foundation, and provides temporary housing to individuals certified on 9/l/
2023 Combined Chapter 64.37 RCW,Page 1,who are being treated for trauma,injury,or disease,
or their family members.
"Short-term rental advertisement"means any method of soliciting use of a dwelling unit for short-
term rental purposes.
"Short-term rental platform"or"platform"means a person that provides a means through which
an operator may offer a dwelling unit,or portion thereof,for short-tern rental use,and from which
the person or entity financially benefits.Merely publishing a short-term rental advertisement for
accommodations does not make the publisher a short-term rental platform.
(Ord.2025-001, 1/7/2025)
§17.08.487. Sending site.
"Sending site"means designated lot or lots from where landowners may sell their development
rights in exchange for placing a conservation easement on the property.
(Ord.2009-25,2009)
§17.08.490. Small-scale event facility.
"Small-scale event facility"means a facility that is open to the public for events,seminars,wedding
or other social gatherings.May include eating and food preparation facilities provided meals are
only served to guests attending events.
(Ord.98-22(part), 1998;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2013-012,2013)
§17.08.500. Special care dwelling.
"Special care dwelling"means a Manufactured Home or Park Model Trailer providing separate
living quarters for the purpose of providing care to an immediate family member.
(Ord.0-2006-01,2006;Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
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§17.08.510. Structural alteration.
"Structural alteration" means any change or repair which would tend to prolong the life of the
supporting members of a building or of structures, such as bearing walls, columns, beams or
girders.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.520. Structure.
"Structure" means that which is built or constructed, an edifice or building of any kind, or any
place of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined together in some definite manner.
Fences that are 7 feet or less in height,and retaining walls that are 4 feet or less in height measured
from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall not supporting a surcharge or impounding
Class I,II or III-A liquids are excluded from this definition.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2015-010,2015;Ord.2022-017,2022)
§17.08.530. Repealed.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.535. Repealed.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.540. Repealed.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.541. Trails.
"Trails" means man-made pathways designed and intended for use by pedestrians, bicyclists,
equestrians, snowmobiles and other recreational users together with associated parking and
trailhead facilities.
(Ord.2013-012,2013)
§17.08.542. Transfer of development rights(TDR).
"Transfer of development rights(TDR)"means the transfer of the right to develop or build from
sending sites to receiving sites.
(Ord.2009-25,2009;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.543. TDR certificate.
"TDR certificate"means a form of currency that displays how many TDR credits are available for
sale and use.
(Ord.2009-25,2009)
§17.08.544. TDR certificate letter of intent.
"TDR certificate letter of intent"means a document issued to a landowner upon an approved TDR
sending site application.The letter contains a determination of the number of development rights
calculated for the sending site and an agreement by the County to issue a corresponding number
of TDR certificates in conversion for a conservation easement. The sending site owner may use
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§ 17.08.544 § 17.08.550A
the TDR certificate letter of intent to market development rights to potential purchasers,but the
document has no value itself and cannot be transferred or used to obtain increased development
rights within receiving areas.
(Ord.2009-25,2009)
§17.08.545. TDR credit.
"TDR credit" means for the TDR commodity used in receiving sites. TDR credits reflect the
number of units a seller has a right to build or sell on a sending site based on zoning.TDR credits
may also reflect the number of TDR certificates required for a given development project.
(Ord.2009-25,2009;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.546. TDR program.
"TDR program" means a market-based program that provides a public benefit by permanently
conserving rural resource lands by establishing a means to transfer development rights from
eligible sending sites to eligible receiving sites through a voluntary process that fairly compensates
landowners while providing a public benefit for communities.
(Ord.2009-25,2009)
§17.08.547. TDR sending site application.
"TDR sending site application"means an application that a sending site landowner must file in
order to be eligible for consideration for designation as a TDR sending site.
(Ord.2009-25,2009)
§17.08.550. Use.
"Use"means the purpose for which land or building is arranged,designed or intended.
Permitted use"means a use allowed outright within a zone classification.
2Permitted Administrative use" means a use which may be permitted within a zone
classification following review under the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.60B.
3Administrative Conditional use" means a use which may be permitted in a zone
classification following review under the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.60A.
4Conditional use" means a use which may be permitted in a zone classification following
review and hearing under the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.60A.
3Nonconforrning use"means a use or structure,that was legally established according to the
applicable zoning and/or building regulations of the time,but which does not meet current
zoning and/or building regulations.
6P rohibited use" means those uses not specifically enumerated as allowed uses under the
provisions of KCC Chapter 17.15.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2013-012,2013;Ord.2018-001,2018)
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§ 17.08.550A §17.08.580
§17.08.550A. U-Pick/U-Cut operation.
"U-Pick/U-Cut operation" means farms or orchards where customers come to purchase fruit
or agricultural products which they have harvested themselves. Enhanced agricultural sales are
allowed.
(Ord.2014-015,2014)
§17.08.560. Variance.
"Variance" means a waiver of the strict interpretation of the requirements. It is a special
dispensation given to the petitioner to disregard certain stipulations in the zoning code in order to
develop his property.
(Res.83-10,1983)
§17.08.560A. Vehicle/equipment service and repair.
"Vehicle/equipment service and repair"means maintenance of motorized vehicles and equipment
including exchange of parts, installation of lubricants, tires, batteries, and similar vehicle
accessories,minor customizing and detail operations,and body shops.This definition includes gas
and service stations.
(Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.560B. Warehouse and distribution.
A building where bulk raw materials or manufactured goods may be stored and distributed for
commercial purposes.Warehouse and Distribution uses do not include on-site manufacturing and
generally service manufacturing and retail establishments.Agriculture products and Hay Storage
are not included in this definition.
(Ord.2021-015,2021)
§17.08.560C. Watershed management facilities.
"Watershed management facilities" Include, but are not limited to, diversion devices,
impoundments,dams for water storage,flood control,fire control,and stock watering.
(Ord.2013-001,2013;renamed by Ord.2021-015,2021)
§17.08.561. Winery.
"Winery" means a facility where fruit or other products are processed(i.e., crushed, fermented,
decanted, stored,bottled and shipped)into wine. This may include the sale of wine and limited
ancillary items,tourist facilities,or tasting rooms.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
§17.08.570. Yard.
"Yard"means an open space,other than a court or a lot,unoccupied and unobstructed from the
ground upward,except as otherwise provided in this title.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
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§ 17.08.580 §17.08.620
§17.08.580. Yard depth.
"Yard depth"means the minimum perpendicular distance between any point on a lot line and the
nearest part of any structure or building,excluding an 18-inch eave(overhang)no closer than 5
feet to the property line,and excluding retaining walls necessary for access permits as determined
by Kittitas County Public Works.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2022-017,2022)
§17.08.590. Yard,front.
"Front yard"means any yard with frontage on a public or private street.
(Res.83-10, 1983;Ord.2022-017,2022)
§17.08.600. Yard,rear.
"Rear yard"means an open unoccupied space on the same lot with a building between the rear line
of the building(exclusive of steps,porches and accessory building)and the rear line of the lot.
For triangular lots the rear yard shall be the area of the lot lying within a circle having a radius
equal to the depth of the required rear yard and its center at a point therein defined as the rear
property line for such lots.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.610. Yard,side.
"Side yard"means an open unoccupied space on the same lot with a building,between the side
wall line of the building and the side line of the same lot.
(Res.83-10, 1983)
§17.08.620. Yurt.
"Yurt"means a circular,domed,portable tent for temporary use.
(Ord.2007-22,2007;Ord.2013-001,2013)
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17.15.050.1 Resource Use Table
P Permitted Resource
PA Permitted
Administrative
CU Conditional Use
ACU Admin.
Conditional Use
*See KCC Commercial Commercial
Chapter 17.08 Definitions Agriculture Forest
A. Agriculture
Animal boarding* P P
Animal Crematory* P
Agricultural Enhanced P2930 P2930
Uses*
Agriculture CU 167
processing*
Agriculture P P
production*
Agriculture sales*, Pi 5b/AC279
Produce Farm
Agriculture sales CU
Dairy CU CU
Feedlot* CU CU
Grazing* P P
Marijuana Processing*
Marijuana Production*
Marijuana, retail sales*
Nurseries P
Riding academies CU
Small-scale event AC 246/CU
facility*
U-Pick/U-Cut AC 289 AC 289
Operations*
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Farm Visit* AC 289
Commercial Activities AC
associated with
agriculture*
Commercial Commercial
Agriculture Forest
B. Civic Cultural Uses
Cemetery P 123 P 123
Clubhouses, AC 234
fraternities and
lodges*
Cultural and
educational facilities
Libraries
Meeting facilities
Museums and galleries
Religious institutions* CU
School, public or CU 112
private*
Interpretive Center*
Commercial Commercial
Agriculture Forest
C. Commercial
Auction sales of non-
agriculture products
Bank
Bed and breakfast* AC
Clinic*
Day care facilities*
Funeral
home/mortuary
Hospital*
Hospital, animal or
veterinary*
138
Hotel/motel
Office*
Restaurant
Retail sales,* general
Retail sales,* lumber
and building materials
Retail sales,* vehicles
and equipment
Services
Shooting range* CU 223 CU 223
Taverns
Temporary sales office
Vehicle/equipment P 212
service and repair*
Commercial Commercial
Agriculture Forest
D. Industrial
Airport* P 192$ P 20-1
Asphalt/concrete
plants
Explosives, storage or
manufacture
Forest product P
processing* (portable)
Forest product CU
processing*
(permanent)
Freighting and
trucking yard or
terminal*
Hazardous waste
storage*
Hazardous waste
treatment*
Impound/towing yard*
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Junkyard*
Manufacturing*
Mini-warehouse
Refuse C U C U
disposal/recycle*
Research laboratories
Wastewater treatment
Warehousing and PA 267/CU 256
distribution
Wholesale business
Commercial Commercial
Agriculture Forest
E. Recreation
Campground* CU 178
Golf course*
Guest ranch or Guest CU
Farm*
Parks and P 145
playgrounds*
Recreation, indoor*
Recreation, outdoor* P 178
Recreational vehicle
storage
Stadium
Trails PA PA
Commercial Commercial
Agriculture Forest
F. Residential
Accessory dwelling PA4 PA4
unit*
Accessory living
quarters*
Adult family home* P 910 P 919
Boarding house
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Convalescent home
Dwelling, single- P P
family*
Dwelling, two-family* P
Dwelling, multiple-
family*
Farm labor shelter* CU 2
Group home*
Home occupation* P 78 P 78
Manufactured home* P P
Manufactured home
park
Mobile home P 56 56
Special care dwelling* P 6-7 P 6:7
Temporary trailers P 10-1 P 10-1
Commercial Commercial
Agriculture Forest
G. Resource
Forestry* P P
Forest product sales* P
Mining and CU 134 P
excavation*
Rock crushing* P
Commercial Commercial
Agriculture Forest
H. Utilities and Public Facilities
Electric vehicle P 3 P 3
infrastructure*
Public facilities* PA 189 PA 189
Solar Power 30-1 30-1
Production Facilities
Utilities P1 /ACU1 /CU1 P1 /ACU1 /CU1
141
Watershed PA PA
management
activities*
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17.15.050.2 Footnotes Associated with Resource Use Table.
1. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.
2. Provided:
a. The shelters are used to house farm laborers on a temporary or seasonal
basis only,regardless of change of ownership,if it remains in farm labor-
needed status;
b. The shelters must conform with all applicable building and health
regulations;
c. The number of shelters shall not exceed four(4)per twenty(20)contiguous
acres of land area;
d. The shelters are owned and maintained by the owner or operator of an
agricultural operation which clearly demonstrates the need for farm
laborers;
e. Should the parent agricultural operation cease or convert to non-
agriculture use,then the farm labor shelters shall conform with all
applicable buildings and health regulations.
3. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.66,Electric Vehicle Infrastructure.
4. Subject to the following requirements:
a. The parcel must be at least 3 acres in size;
b. Only one ADU shall be allowed per lot;
c. The ADU shall not exceed 1,500 square feet;
d. All setback requirements for the zone in which the ADU is located shall
apply;
e. The ADU shall meet the applicable health department standards for potable
water and sewage disposal,including providing adequate water supplies
under RCW 19.27.097;
f. No mobile homes or recreational vehicles shall be allowed as an ADU;
g. The ADU shall provide additional off-street parking;
h. An ADU is not permitted on the same lot where a special care dwelling Of
n n,-EesseFy Living g QuaFter.-exists;
i. The ADU must share the same driveway as the primary dwelling;
j. ADUs shall be subject to obtaining an administrative permit.
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~' Formatted: No bullets or numbering
b. Aeeessery Living eFsaFe limited into Re gFeateF peree+
(50%) f the habitable,rea of the. FnaFY side Ee; Formatted:Indent:Left: 0.56"
E. The AEEessory Living Quarters are subjeEt to app"Eable health diStFiEt
standards for water and sewage disposal;
d. Only a e(1)AGcessery Living meters shall be allowed per let,
e. Accessary Living Quarters are te previde additienal off street parking;
f, nGcessery Living Quarters aFe Rat allei.,^,_vihe.re an Accesse�, Formatted:Indent:Left: 1.63", No bullets or
Dwelling Unit OF c..edal CaFe Dwelling exists. numbering
65.As of September 1, 1998,mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and
placed within Kittitas County.Those units presently located in Kittitas County that are to
be relocated within Kittitas County must have a fire/life inspection approved by the
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
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T6.Subject to the following requirements:
The Special Care Dwelling must meet all setback requirements for the zone in which it is
located;
a. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all applicable health department
requirements for potable water and sewage disposal;
b. Placement is subject to obtaining a building permit for the manufactured
home;
c. Owner must record a notice to title prior to the issuance of building permit
which indicates the restrictions and removal requirements;
d. The Special Care Dwelling unit cannot be used as a rental unit;
e. The Special Care Dwelling unit must be removed when the need for care
ceases;
f. A Special Care Dwelling is not permitted on the same lot where an
Accessory Dwelling Unit er"EE^SSE)Fy Living Quarter exists.
g. Park model trailers shall obtain the same building permit as for placement
of a manufactured home.
h. Park model trailers shall be inspected and approved by Washington State
Department of Labor and Industries.
9-. No sign advertising a home occupation shall exceed sixteen(16)square feet in size.
Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted;home occupations
with outdoor activities or noise are a conditional use.In-home daycares shall be limited
to no more than six(6)individuals receiving care in a twenty-four(24)hour period.
9-.8.Maximum of four(4)boarders and two(2)bedrooms dedicated to the use.
19,9Pursuant to RCW 70.128.140.
14-.10. When used for temporary occupancy for a period not-to-exceed one(1)year related
to permanent home construction or seasonal/temporary employment.
4-2-.11. Existing schools are permitted;new schools require a conditional use permit.
4-312. No new cemeteries.Existing cemeteries may expand or enlarge within established
cemetery boundaries as of the date of amendment adoption,and in compliance with
applicable standards and regulations.
44.13. Noncommercial sand and gravel excavation is permitted for on-site use without a
conditional use permit.
4-5,14. Washington State Natural Area Preserves and Natural Resource Conservation Areas
are permitted outright.
4b.15. When located no more than forty-five(45)feet from the centerline of the public
street or highway and selling goods produced on site.
4716. Hay processing and small-scale processing of agricultural products produced on the
premises are permitted outright.
49-.17. Limited to campsites or primitive campgrounds as defined by KCC 17.08.155A.
4-9-.18. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.62,Public Facilities Permits.
2819. When used primarily in conjunction with agricultural activities.
2420. For emergency and forest related management uses and practices only.
2-2-.21. Limited to farm implement repair and maintenance.
2322. Structures and facilities associated with the operation of shooting ranges are
permitted and subject to all associated Kittitas County building codes and regulations.
Shooting ranges may be operated in conjunction with other permitted or conditional
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uses for the specified zone.Shooting ranges are subject to periodic inspection and
certification as deemed necessary by the Kittitas County Sheriff's Department.In
considering proposals for the location of shooting ranges a detailed site plan shall be
required;the Hearings Examiner's review of said site plan and the proposal as a whole
shall include,but not be limited,to the following criteria:
a. The general health,safety,and welfare of surrounding property owners,
their livestock,their agricultural products,and their property.
b. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"NRA Range
Sourcebook."
c. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"EPA Best
Management Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges."
d. Proposed shooting ranges in areas designated as agricultural land of long-
term commercial significance shall comply with RCW 36.70A.177(3)as
currently existing or hereafter amended,and shall be limited to lands with
poor soils or those unsuitable for agriculture.
24.23. Limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities(such as granges).
25:24. Use shall not exceed 10,000 square feet and no more than eight(8)events shall occur
within a calendar year.
26:25. Existing facilities are permitted;new facilities require a conditional use permit.Limited
to agricultural products.
27-.26. Limited to seasonal,non-structural hay storage.
2&27. An administrative conditional use permit is required when enhanced agricultural sales
or sales of goods produced offsite are provided and/or when the farm stand is located
more than forty-five(45)feet from the centerline of the public street or highway.
29:28. When enhanced agricultural sales are provided.
-30-29. Agricultural Enhanced Uses which include eating and drinking establishments and/or
event facilities for seminars or other social gatherings are limited to 4,000 square feet of
total indoor floor area.
3,1730. Pursuant to KCC 17.61C.050 and 17.61C.060.
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17.15.060.1 Rural Non-LAMIRD Use Table
Rural Non-LAMIRD
Rural Rural Rural Rural
P Permitted Residential Working Recreation Residential
PA Permitted &Rural
Administrative
CU Conditional Use Recreation
ACUAdmin. A 5 Rural Forest& Master General Rural PUD
�E 49 � - Formatted:Font color:Auto
Conditional Use
*See KCC Range Planned Commercial Recreation
Chapter 17.08 Definiti
ons
A.Agriculture
Agricultural Enhanced P545 P545 P545
Uses*
Agricultural direct P612 P612 P612 P612
marketing activities*
Agricultural seasonal P623 P623 P623 P623
harvest festivities*
Agricultural expanded C C C C
seasonal harvest
festivities*
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Animal boarding* P P P P CU CU
Agriculture CU 23 CU 23 CU** P
processing*
Agriculture P24 P P P24 P24 P24 P24 P24
production*
Farm Stand,* P22/AC50-1 P22/ACSQ-i P22/AC50-i P22/AC5_ P22/AC50-1 P P22/AC50-i P22/ACSQ+
Agriculture Sales,* CU CU P
Dairy CU CU CU CU CU CU CU
Feedlot* CU CU.
Grazing* P P P P P P P P
Marijuana processing*
Marijuana production*
Marijuana,retail
sales*
Nurseries P P P CU— P
Riding academies CU CU CU CU CU
Small-scale event AC 445/CU AC 445/CU AC 445/CU AC 445/CU
facility*
U-Pick/U-Cut P/AC50-1 CU P/AC50-1 P/AC504 CU
Operations*
Farm Visit CU CU AC504 AC504 CU Cu CU
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Commercial Activities AC AC
associated with
agriculture*
Ag551 Rural551 AA92051 Forest& Master General Rural PUD
Range Planned Commercial Recreation
B.Civic Uses/Community Services
Cemetery P 21 P 21 P 21 Cu—
Clubhouses, AC 434 AC 4 AC AC, AC AC
fraternities and
lodges*
Cultural and P P
education facilities
Libraries CU 3 CU
Meeting facilities P
Museums and CU
galleries
Religious institutions CU Cu CU CU CU CU
Schools,public or P 25 P 25 CU CU
private*
Interpretive Center* AC AC AC
Ag554 Rura1551 Ag2054 Forest& Master General Rural PUD
Range Planned Commercial Recreation
C.Commercial
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Auction sales of non- CU
agriculture products
Bank CU
Bed and breakfast* AC AC AC AC** AC
Clinic*
Day care facilities*
Funeral
home/mortuary
Hospital*
Hospital,animal or CU CU
veterinary*
Hotel/motel
Office* P 1J
Restaurant CU 356 P CU CU
Retail sales,*general CU 356 P CU 18 CU 18
Retail sales,*lumber
and building materials
Retail sales,*vehicles
services P20 CU4959
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Shooting range* CU 304 CU 304
Tavern CU 35o P CU
Temporary sales office P
Vehicle/equipment P 16 P 16 CU 356 P 412 P 412
service and repair*
Ag554 Rural 54 Ag2054 Forest& Master General Rural PUD
Ran e5+ Planned Commercial Recreation
D.Industrial
Airport* CU CU CU CU CU CU
Asphalt/Concrete �.
plants
Explosives,storage or
manufacture
Forest product P P CU
processing*(portable)
Forest product CU CU
processing*
(permanent)
Freighting and trucking
yard or terminal*
Hazardous waste
storage*
Hazardous waste
treatment*
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Impound/towing yard*
Junkyard*
Manufacturing*
Mini-Warehouse CU 589 CU 14
Refuse CU 19 CU 578
disposal/recycle*
Research laboratories
Wastewater treatment
Warehousing and PA47 PA47 PA47/CU46 PA47
distribution
Wholesale business
Ag 55-1 Rura1551 Ag 20 Forest& Master General Rural PUD
Ran e51 Planned Commercial Recreation
E.Recreation
Campground* CU 12 CU 12 CU 12 CU12 P 534** CU 13 CU 12 CU 12 CU
Golf course* CU CU CU CU** CU CU
Guest ranch or guest CU CU CU CU** CU
farm*
Parks and P P P 3 P P P P P
playgrounds*
Recreation,indoor* P CU CU P
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Recreation,outdoor* AC AC CU CU AC AC AC P
Recreational vehicle CU CU CU CU CU
park*
Recreational CU 5968
vehicle/equipment
service and repair*
Recreational vehicle CU 26 CU26
storage
Stadiums
Trails PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA
4g551 Ru rat 551 Ag2054 Forest& Master General Rural PUD
Ran e54 Planned Commercial Recreation
F.Residential
Accessory dwelling PA27 PA27 PA27 PA27**
unit*
AeeesseryHvin P-28 P-28 P28 P-26- P-28
Adult family home* P404 P404 P404 P404 P404 P404 P404
Boarding house CU 289 CU 289
Convalescent home CU CU**
Dwelling,single- P 323 P 3940 P P 334 P P
family*
Dwelling,two-family* P E3 P334 CU P
Dwelling,multiple- P
family*
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Farm labor shelter* CU 4 CU 4 CU 4**
Group home* Cu Cu Cu
Group Care Facility* CU556 Cu CU556 CU Cu
Home occupation* P/CU 5 P/CU 5 P/CU 5 P/CU 5** P/CU 5 P/CU 5 P/CU 5
Manufactured home* P P P P— P PA2 P P
Manufactured home
park
Mobile home P 378 P 378 P 334
Special care dwelling* P2938 P2938 P2930 P2938 CU2938 P2938
Temporary trailer P7 P7 P7 P7** P7 P7 P7 P7
Ag 554 Rural554 AE 20 Forest& Master General Rural PUD
Ran e5I Planned Commercial Recreation
G.Resource
Forestry* P P P P 334
Forest product sales* P
Mining and CU CU 389 CU P 334
excavation*
Rock crushing* CU 389 P334
Ag551 Rura1551 AE2051 Forest& Master General Rural PUD
Rangers} Planned Commercial Recreation
H.Utilities and Public Facilities
Electric vehicle P 312 P 312 P 312 P 312 P 312 P 312 P 312 P 26
infrastructure*
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Public facilities* PA523 PA523 PA523 PA523 PA523 PA523 PA523 PA523
Solar Power 567 56-7 567 567 567 567 567 567
Production Facilities
Utilities P9/ACU9/C P9/ACU9/C P1o/ACUlo/CU P9/ACU9/C P11/ACU11/CU P9/ACU9/C P9/ACU9/C P9/ACU9/C
U9 U9 10 U9 11 U9 U9 U9
Watershed PA PA PA PA PA PA PA
management
activities*
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17.15.060.2 Footnotes Associated with Rural Non-LAMIRD Use Table.
1. Provided use is integrated into and supports the on-site recreational nature of the
master planned resort and short-term visitor accommodation units constitute greater
than fifty percent (50%) of the total resort accommodation units.
2. No new residence shall be permitted except that related to the business or enterprises
allowed in this zone such as janitor or night watchman. Any such residence shall meet
the requirements of the residential zone.
3. Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone. Clubhouses, fraternities and
lodges limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities (such as
granges).
4. Provided:
a. The shelters are used to house farm laborers on a temporary or seasonal
basis only, regardless of change of ownership, if it remains in farm labor-
needed status;
b. The shelters must conform with all applicable building and health
regulations;
c. The number of shelters shall not exceed four (4) per twenty (20) contiguous
acres of land area;
d. The shelters are owned and maintained by the owner or operator of an
agricultural operation which clearly demonstrates the need for farm
laborers;
e. Should the parent agricultural operation cease or convert to non-
agriculture use, then the farm labor shelters shall conform with all
applicable buildings and health regulations.
5. No sign advertising a home occupation shall exceed sixteen (16) square feet in size.
Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted; home occupations
with outdoor activities or noise are a conditional use. In-home daycares with six (6) or
fewer individuals receiving care in a twenty-four (24) hour period are permitted; in-
home daycares with seven to twelve (7-12) individuals receiving care in a twenty-four
(24) hour period require a Conditional Use Permit.
6. Provided short-term visitor accommodation units constitute greater than fifty percent
(50%) of the total resort accommodation units.
7. When used for temporary occupancy for a period not-to-exceed one (1) year related to
permanent home construction or seasonal/temporary employment.
8. Public transportation deadhead stations permitted; passenger terminals are a
Conditional Use.
9. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61, Utilities.
10. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61, Utilities. Not permitted in the
Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
11. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61, Utilities. Limited to the capital
facilities, utilities, and services necessary to maintain and operate the master planned
resort.
12. In considering proposals for location of campgrounds, the Board shall consider at a
minimum the following criteria:
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a. Campgrounds should be located at sufficient distance from existing rural
residential/residential development so as to avoid possible conflicts and
disturbances;
b. Traffic volumes generated by such a development should not create a
nuisance or impose on the privacy of nearby residences or interfere with
normal traffic flow;
c. Landscaping or appropriate screening should be required and maintained
where necessary for buffering;
d. Adequate and convenient vehicular access, circulation and parking should
be provided;
e. Public health and safety of campers and those reasonably impacted by the
campground (i.e. health, water, sanitation).
13. Campgrounds and Recreational vehicle sites with power and water are permitted;
campgrounds and recreational vehicle sites without power and water require a
conditional use permit.
14. The following standards shall apply to the approval and construction of mini-
warehouses:
a. A mini-warehouse proposal (application) must include plans for aesthetic
improvements and/or sight screening;
b. All buildings with storage units facing property boundaries shall have a
minimum setback of thirty-five (35) feet;
c. No commercial or manufacturing activities will be permitted within any
building or storage unit;
d. Lease documents shall spell out all conditions and restrictions of the use;
e. Signs, other than on-site direction aids, shall number not more than two (2)
and shall not exceed forty (40) square feet each in area.
15. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building (excluding off-street
parking and loading areas).
16. Limited to farm implement repair and maintenance.
17. Limited to offices directly related to tourism and recreation.
18. Retail sales are limited to groceries and sales directly related to tourism and recreation.
Structural footprint containing all of these activities may not exceed 4,000 square feet.
19. Limited to composting facilities.
20. Limited to those services typically found on other destination resort properties and
designed to serve the convenience needs of the users and employees of the master
planned resort. Shall be designed to discourage use from non-resort users by locating
such services well within the site rather than on its perimeter.
21. No new cemeteries. Existing cemeteries may expand or enlarge within established
cemetery boundaries as of the date of amendment adoption, and in compliance with
applicable standards and regulations.
22. When located no more than forty-five (45) feet from the centerline of the public street
or highway and selling goods produced on site.
23. Hay processing, and small-scale processing of agricultural products produced on the
premises are permitted without a conditional use permit.
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24. Excluding swine and mink, provided a minimum of one (1) acre is available. When
located in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone, this use is subject to the provisions of KCC
Chapter 17.59.
25. Existing schools are permitted; new schools require a conditional use permit. Not
permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
26. Recreational vehicle storage may be enclosed or outdoor storage of recreational
vehicles or both. Permitted where the use is only serving a residential PUD or in the
Rural Recreation and Forest and Range zoning districts and subject to the following
standards and conditions:
a. All stored vehicles must be licensed if required by law, and operational. This
land use does not include vehicle sales.
b. Unless it is limited to serving a residential PUD and otherwise permitted or
authorized, recreational vehicles shall not be stored outside when the site is
contiguous to a residential zoning district.
c. No commercial or manufacturing activities are permitted except when
recreational vehicle/equipment service and repair has been permitted
subject to the requirements of KCC 17.15.060.2 Footnote 60.
d. In the Forest and Range zoning district, and when not limited to serving a
recreational planned unit development, the site shall either be:
i. Contiguous to a State Highway, or
ii. Contiguous to a designated urban arterial or rural collector
road located near a highway intersection or freeway
interchange.
iii. It is not necessary for the site to have direct access to such
arterial, collector or highway to meet this requirement.
e. Recreational vehicle storage shall be designed to be compatible with the
surrounding rural character, subject to the following standards:
i. Storage areas shall be enclosed with a minimum five-foot-
high, security fence. The applicant may be required to provide
additional plans for aesthetic improvements and/or site-
screening.
ii. Additional setbacks, physical barriers or site-screening may be
required on sites that border resource lands in the Commercial
Agriculture or Commercial Forest zoning districts.
iii. Findings shall be made that the proposal does not require
urban governmental services such as municipal sewer or water
service and does not compromise the long-term viability of
designated resource lands.
iv. Measures shall be taken to protect ground and surface water.
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure subject to provisions of KCC Chapter 17.66.
27. Subject to the following requirements:
a. The parcel must be at least 3 acres in size;
b. Only one ADU shall be allowed per lot;
c. The ADU shall not exceed 1,500 square feet;
d. All setback requirements for the zone in which the ADU is located shall
apply;
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e. The ADU shall meet the applicable health department standards for potable
water and sewage disposal, including providing adequate water supplies
under RCW 19.27.097;
f. No mobile homes or recreational vehicles shall be allowed as an ADU;
g. The ADU shall provide additional off-street parking;
h. An ADU is not permitted on the same lot where a special care dwelling e-r
an ncce«„r Living g Quarters exists;
i. The ADU must share the same driveway as the primary dwelling;
j. ADUs shall be subject to obtaining an administrative permit.
28 Subject to the f0I10WiRg requirerneRtS:
a. Mcessery Living g Quarters shall he located within a owneF occupied
„l e
b. Accessory LiViRg Quarters are limited iR size tG RO greater than fifty percent
(50 ) f the habitable area of the primary side ,.o•
c. The Accessory Living g Quarters a subject to applicable health district
standards ferwater and sewage dispesa4,
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d. Only 1,ne (1) ncceSSeFy Living-Quarters shaIla�c allowed-p•er�t-
e. Accessery Living g Quarters are to p vide ad ditienal off street parl(ing•
f. Accessory LiVing Quarters are not allowed where aR Accessory Dwelling
Unit r Special rare Dwel!*Rg exists.
2-9-.28. Maximum of four (4) boarders and two (2) bedrooms dedicated to the use.
30 29. Subject to the following requirements:
a. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all setback requirements for the zone
in which it is located;
b. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all applicable health department
requirements for potable water and sewage disposal;
c. Placement is subject to obtaining a building permit for the manufactured
home;
d. Owner must record a notice to title prior to the issuance of building permit
which indicates the restrictions and removal requirements;
e. The Special Care Dwelling unit cannot be used as a rental unit;
f. The Special Care Dwelling unit must be removed when the need for care
ceases;
g. A Special Care Dwelling is not permitted on the same lot where an
Accessory Dwelling Unit or Accessory Living Quarter exists.
h. Park model trailers shall obtain the same building permit as for placement
of a manufactured home.
i. Park model trailers shall be inspected and approved by Washington State
Department of Labor and Industries.
3430. Structures and facilities associated with the operation of shooting ranges are
permitted and subject to all associated Kittitas County building codes and regulations.
Shooting Ranges may be operated in conjunction with other permitted or conditional
uses for the specified zone. Shooting Ranges are subject to periodic inspection and
certification as deemed necessary by the Kittitas County Sheriff's Department. In
considering proposals for the location of Shooting Ranges a detailed site plan shall be
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required; the Board's review of said site plan and the proposal as a whole shall include,
but not be limited, to the following criteria:
a. The general health, safety, and welfare of surrounding property owners,
their livestock, their agricultural products, and their property.
b. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the "NRA Range
Sourcebook."
c. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the "EPA Best
Management Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges."
d. Proposed shooting ranges in areas designated as agricultural land of long-
term commercial significance shall comply with RCW 36.70A.177(3) as
currently existing or hereafter amended, and shall be limited to lands with
poor soils or those unsuitable for agriculture.
32 11. Subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.66, Electric Vehicle Infrastructure.
3-3-32. Single family homes located in Twin Pines Trailer Park, Central Mobile Home Park, or
Swiftwater shall be subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24, Historic Trailer Court
Zone.
3433. When located in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone, this use is subject to the
provisions of KCC Chapter 17.59.
3-534. Limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities (such as granges).
Allowed as a permitted use in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone, subject to the
provisions of KCC Chapter 17.59.
36 35. Allowed only as a conditional use in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone, subject to the
provisions of KCC Chapter 17.59.
3-7 36. Prohibited in the Liberty Historic Overlay Zone. Temporary asphalt plants only.
3837. As of September 1, 1998, mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and
placed within Kittitas County. Those units presently located in Kittitas County that are to
be relocated within Kittitas County must have a fire/life inspection approved by the
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. Mobile homes located in Twin
Pines Trailer Park, Central Mobile Home Park, or Swiftwater shall be subject to the
provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24, Historic Trailer Court Zone.
3-938. Permitted when located within an established mining district; conditional use permit
required when located outside established mining district.
40:39. Single family homes located in Twin Pines Trailer Park, Central Mobile Home Park, or
Swiftwater shall be subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24, Historic Trailer Court
Zone.
41--.40. Pursuant to RCW 70.128.140.
4,x-.41. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building (excluding off-street
parking and loading areas).
43:42. Includes truck stop operations. Minor repair work permitted.
44:43. Limited to facilities that serve traditional rural or resource activities (such as granges).
45,44. Use shall not exceed 10,000 square feet and no more than eight (8) events shall occur
within a calendar year.
46:45. Existing facilities are permitted; new facilities require a conditional use permit. Limited
to agricultural products.
47-A6. Limited to seasonal, non-structural hay storage.
48 47. Services limited to resource based industries
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49-.48. All lots greater than one-half(1/2) acre will not have more than fifty percent (50%) of
the lot covered by impervious surface.
-59-:49. An administrative conditional use permit is required when enhanced agricultural sales
or sales of goods produced offsite are provided and/or when the farm stand is located
more than forty-five (45) feet from the centerline of the public street or highway.
-54-.50. When enhanced agricultural sales are provided.
5-2751. When approved as part of the PUD development plan.
-5-3-.52. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.62, Public Facilities Permits.
54.53. Limited to primitive campgrounds as defined by KCC 17.08.155A.
5-5-54. Agricultural Enhanced Uses which include eating and drinking establishments and/or
event facilities for seminars or other social gatherings are limited to 4,000 square feet of
total indoor floor area.
5-6-55. Only allowed as a conditional use when primary use of land is agriculture.
-5:7-.56. Pursuant to KCC 17.61 C.050 and 17.61 C.060.
-58-57. (Removed per Ord. 2022-017, 2022)
-5-9-.58. The following standards shall apply to the approval and construction of mini
warehouses in the Forest and Range zone:
a. The site shall either be contiguous to a State Highway or contiguous to a
designated urban arterial or rural collector road located near a highway
intersection or freeway interchange. It is not necessary for the site to have
direct access to such arterial, collector or highway to meet this requirement;
b. Findings shall be made that the use does not require urban government
services such as municipal sewer or water service and does not compromise
the long-term viability of designated resource lands;
c. Additional setbacks, physical barriers or site-screening may be required on
sites that border resource lands in the Commercial Agriculture or
Commercial Forest zoning districts;
d. Measures shall be taken to protect ground and surface water;
e. A mini-warehouse proposal (application) must include plans for aesthetic
improvements and/or sight screening;
f. All buildings with storage units facing property boundaries shall have a
minimum setback of thirty-five (35) feet;
g. No commercial or manufacturing activities will be permitted within any
building or storage unit except for RV storage when authorized under KCC
17.15.060.2, Footnote 60;
h. Lease documents shall spell out all conditions and restriction of the use;
i. Signs, other than on-site direction aids, shall number not more than two (2)
and shall not exceed forty (40) square feet each in area.
60759. Recreational vehicle/equipment service and repair is permitted by conditional use
permit in the Forest and Range zoning district. The site shall either be:
a. Contiguous to a State Highway, or
b. Contiguous to a designated urban arterial or rural collector road located
near a highway intersection or freeway interchange.
c. It is not necessary for the site to have direct access to such arterial, collector
or highway to meet this requirement.
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Vehicles under repair shall either be kept inside buildings or visually screened from
surrounding areas. No on-street vehicle parking shall be allowed associated with the
use. All vehicles, including recreational vehicles and customer and employee
automobiles shall be stored or parked on-site at all times. Maintenance and repair
activities shall not take place in RV storage enclosures or spaces, except limited
maintenance and minor repairs may be performed on RV's that are already being stored
at the site in order to avoid having to move them, when such maintenance and repair
activities can be completed in two hours or less and only in the enclosures or spaces in
which the RV's are already being kept. This use shall be designed to be compatible with
the surrounding rural character, subject to the following standards:
d. Findings shall be made that the use does not require urban governmental
services such as municipal sewer or water service and does not compromise
the long-term viability of designated resource lands.
e. Additional setbacks, physical barriers or site-screening may be required on
sites that border resource lands in the Commercial Agriculture or
Commercial Forest zoning districts.
f. Measures shall be taken to protect ground and surface water.
6�60. Nurseries limited to the growth, display, and/or sale of plants, shrubs, trees, and
materials used in indoor or outdoor planting. Sale of bulk landscape materials such as
rock, bark, mulch and topsoil shall not be permitted in this zone. Pre-packaged
landscape materials are excluded from this restriction.
62-.61. Agricultural direct marketing activities shall comply with all of the following
standards:
a. The subject property shall be actively farmed by the property owner.
b. Retail structures shall not total more than three thousand (3,000) square
feet.
c. The parcel, or adjacent parcel, shall include the residence of the owner or
operator of the farm.
d. Carnival rides, helicopter rides, inflatable features and other typical
amusement park games, facilities and structures are not permitted.
e. The use shall be operated in accordance with all applicable federal, state,
and local ordinances.
f. New structures or existing structures converted for public use shall meet
current building and fire codes.
g. Adequate sanitary facilities shall be provided in accordance with Kittitas
County Public Health Department requirements.
h. Adequate ingress/egress shall be provided to and from the site in
accordance with Kittitas County Public Works requirements.
i. Sufficient land area is provided to accommodate the proposed use and
related parking, and the use and any appurtenant structures shall be so
arranged on the land as to minimize any adverse effects on surrounding
properties. The use shall not create particular hazards to adjacent
properties.
63-.62. Agricultural seasonal harvest festivities shall comply with all of the following
standards:
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a. The site shall conform to the requirements for"agricultural direct marketing
activities" except as provide for herein.
b. Hours of operation shall occur between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
c. Seasonal harvest festivities are prohibited on vacant property, unless the
vacant land adjoins property occupied by the owner/operator of the
festivities.
d. Seasonal harvest festivities shall be limited to Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and
Monday, from the second weekend of June through the December 31.
e. Inflatable amusement devices, such as moonwalks, slides, or other inflatable
games for children, shall be limited to a maximum of five (5) per seasonal
harvest festivities event.
(Ord. 2023-010, 2023; Ord. 2022-017, 2022; Ord. 2021-015, 2021; Ord. 2019-013, 2019; Ord. 2018-
021, 2018; Ord. 2018-018, 2018; Ord. 2018-001, 2018; Ord. 2016-023, 2016; Ord. 2015-010,
2015; Ord. 2014-015, 2014; Ord. 2014-005, 2014; Ord. 2014-004, 2014; Ord. 2013-012, 2013; Ord.
2013-008, 2013; Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
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§ 17.15.070. Allowed Uses in rural LAMIRD lands.
Note to Reader: All allowed uses within Type 3 LAMIRDs, other than manufacturing, outdoor
recreation, and natural resource processing will be limited to 30,000 square feet in area, and that
impervious surfaces on lots greater than one acre in size are limited to one third(1/3) of the lot.
17.15.70.1 Rural LAMIRD Use Table
P Permitted Rural LAMIRD49 Rural Employment Centers50•52
PA Permitted (Type 1 LAMIRDs) (Type 3 LAMIRDs)
Administrative
CU Conditional Use
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A.Agriculture
Animal boarding* Cu P P P P P P
Agriculture processing* p 2 P/CU' P/CU P/CU CU P/CU P/CU° P/CU° P/
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Agriculture sales,*Farm P P P P P P
stand* '/AC
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Feedlot*
Grazing* P P P P P P P P P P P
Marijuana Processing* ACIP ACU`
Marijuana Production* 6 AW2'
Marijuana,retail sales* ACU'
6
Nurseries Cu Cu P P CU P P P Cu
Riding academies Cu P Cu
Small-scale event facility*
U-Pick/Cut Operations*
Farm Visit*
Commercial Activities AC
associated with
agriculture*
B.Civil and Cultural CuCemetery P9 P9 P9 P9 P9 P9 P9 P9 V P9 P9 P, P9 P9
Clubhouses,and lodges* Cu P P 10 Cu
Cultural and education Cu _
facilities
Libraries Cu Cu Cu
Meeting facilities
Museums and galleries Cu Cu P Cu Cu Cu CU
Religious institutions* Cu Cu Cu Cu
Schools,public and Cu Cu Cu Cu CU Cu
private*
Interpretive Center*
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17.15.70.1 Rural LAMIRD Use Table
P Permitted Rural LAMIRW Rural Employment Centers'""
PA Permitted (Type 1 LAMIRDs) (Type 3 LAMIRDs)
Administrative
CU Conditional Use
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Conditional Use Resider t- Agri- For( t Limiter
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Definitions Resident al 2 5 3 Commer GAmm(rlair}" Mdustr aRlat ePUI cial Commet (Mmmet rmaldushial
C.Commercial
Auction sales ofnon- P P
agriculture products
Bank PA PA
Bed and breakfast* Cu Cu Cu Cu CU Cu Cu CU CU51 CU51 CU"
Clinic* CU 12 CU CU
Day care facilities* P/Cu` P/ Cu Cu Cu
CUB°
Funeral home/mortuary Cu
Hospital*
Hospital,animal or Cu CU CU
Veterinary*
Hotel/motel Cu Cu P CUn Cun
Office* PA PA'3 3 PA PA"
Restaurant PA PA P P P P
Retail sales,*general P P 14 P P p 478 p 14
Retail sales,*lumber and 11 478 P 15
building materials P 1'
Retail sales,*vehicles PA
Services P P
P 443 P 443
Shooting range* 44
Cu CU
Tavern 3W P P P
Temporary sales office
P P
Vehicle/equipment service P 11 P"
and repair* p 11 P 18 P 11
D.Industrial
Airport* Cu _ CLJ 5
Asphalt/Concrete plants Cu
Explosives,storage or CU CU Cu
manufacture
Forest product P P Cu CU Cu
processing*(portable)
Forest product Cu Cu CU Cu
processing*(permanent)
Freighting and trucking
yard or terminal* _
Hazardous waste storage* _ CU
Hazardous waste
treatment*
Impound/Towing Yard* CU� P l� Cu—
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Definitions Resident al 2 5 3 Commer GAmme rkdd&w Mdustr aMar dW cial Commer (Mmmer BFB trial
Junkyard*
Manufacturing* P P
Mini-warehouse CU n P CU22 P n P 22 P
Refuse disposal/recycle*
Research laboratories Cu P
Wastewater treatment
Warehousing and
distribution
Wholesale business Cul P534 PS"
E.Recreation
Campgrounds CU21 CU CU 2' CU 2' Cu' CU 2'
21 P 51
Golf courses Cu Cu Cu
Guest ranch or guest farm Cu Cu Cu
Parks and playgrounds* P P P P P P P P P P P
Recreation,indoor* P P P 35 P P
Recreation,outdoor* CU CU P 35 Cu Cu
Recreational vehicle park* P 35
Recreational vehicle P 35
storage*
Stadiums
Trails PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA
F.Residential
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PA 2' PA PA' P 25 P 24
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Adult family home P 412 P 4. P"1 I P P P P P- P P"' P'=
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Dwelling,two-family P P P P 25 P P
Dwelling,multiple-family Cu P
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P Permitted Rural LAMIRD" Rural Employment Centers'"'
PA Permitted (Type 1 LAMIRDs) (Type 3 LAMIRDs)
Administrative
CU Conditional Use
ACU Admin.
Conditional Use Resides t- Agri- Fore t Limiter
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Definitions Resident al 2 5 3 Commef OAmm4 rlairlaial Mdusti aRYae d UI cial Commee GAmmei Tmaldustrial
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Mobile homes P 3, P 6 P
Special care dwelling P 3"° P 31
0 P 3Y P 3N P 3. P P 3N P 3V
Temporary trailers P'9 P 19 P 29 P 29 P 29 P 29 P N P 29 P N P N P 29 p N
G.Resource
Forestry* P P P
Forest product sales* P
Mining and excavation* CU CU
Rock crushing* CU CU
H.Utilities and Public Facilities
Electric vehicle p 23 p 23 p 23 p 23 p 23 p 23 p 23 p 23 p 23 p 35 p 23 p 23 p 23 p 23
infrastructure
Public facilities PA` PA54 PAS- PAS° PA` PA`3 PAS° PA... PAS° PAS PAS° PX5 3
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activities
Footnotes Associated with Rural LAMIRD Use Table.
1. Limited to the keeping of horses or cattle for personal enjoyment of the owner or occupant of the lot,provided that the lot contains one(1)
acre or more.
2. Limited to products produced on the premises.
3. Hay processing and small-scale processing of agricultural products produced on the premises are permitted outright.
4. Slaughterhouses require a conditional use permit.
5. Provided the lot contains one(1)acre or more.Agriculture production on smaller lots requires a conditional use permit.Raising of swine
and mink prohibited.
6. As of September 1,1998,mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and placed within Kittitas County.Those units presently
located in Kittitas County that are to be relocated within Kittitas County must have a fire/life inspection approved by the Washington State
Department of Labor and Industries.Single family and mobile homes located in Twin Pines Trailer Park,Central Mobile Home Park or
Swiftwater shall be subject to the provisions of KCC Chapter 17.24,Historic Trailer Court Zone.
7. When located no more than forty-five(45)feet from the centerline of the public street or highway and selling goods produced on site.
8. Feedlots existing at the time of adoption of the ordinance codified herein may expand or be enlarged only in compliance with standards
and regulations contained herein,and such operations shall comply with all state and/or county health regulations.
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9. No new cemeteries. Existing cemeteries may expand or enlarge within established cemetery boundaries as of the date of amendment
adoption,and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
10. Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
11. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building(excluding off-street parking and loading areas).
12. Provided the minimum lot size shall be fifteen thousand(15,000)square feet.
13. When the office activities are directly related to tourism and recreation.
14. Retail sales limited to groceries and sales of souvenirs,gifts,novelties,curios and handicraft products.Grocery stores may not exceed ten
thousand(10,000)square feet.
15. Any open storage shall be enclosed by a sight-obscuring fence not less than six(6)feet and not more than seven(7)feet high.
16. Not to exceed two(2)years.
17. Limited to farm implement repair and maintenance,but not to include automobiles,trucks or bikes
18. Limited to service stations,provided there shall be no repairing,repainting,reconstruction or sale of motor vehicles from the premises.
19. Includes truck stop operations.Minor repair work permitted.
20. Because of considerations of odor,dust,smoke,noise,fumes,vibration or hazard,the following uses shall not be permitted in the industrial
zone unless a conditional use permit authorizing such use has been granted by the Board:
a. All chemical manufacture,storage and/or packaging;
b. Asphalt manufacture,mixing,or refining;
c. Automobile dismantling,wrecking or junk yards;
d. Blast furnaces or coke ovens;
e. Cement,lime,gypsum or plaster of Paris manufacture;
f. Drop forge industries;
g. Reduction or disposal of garbage,offal or similar refuse;
h. Oil refining;alternative energy refinery(i.e.biofuels,ethanol)
i. Rubber reclaiming;
j. Feed yards,livestock sales yards or slaughterhouses;
k. Smelting,reduction or refining of metallic ores;
1. Tanneries;
in.Wineries;
n. Manufacturing of industrial or household adhesives,glues,cements,or component parts thereof,from vegetable,animal or synthetic
plastic materials;
o. Waste(refuse)recycling and processing;
p. On-site and off-site hazardous waste storage and/or treatment.Off-site materials shall be accepted only from Kittitas County source
sites.
In considering the issuance of conditional use permits for the foregoing listed uses,the Board shall:
a. Assure that the degree of compatibility enunciated as the purpose of this title shall be maintained with respect to the particular use on
the particular site and in consideration of other existing and potential uses within the general area in which such use is proposed to be
located;
b. Recognize and compensate for variations and degree of technological processes and equipment as related to the factors of noise,smoke,
fumes,vibration,odors,and hazards.Unless substantial proof is offered showing that such process and/or equipment has reduced the
above factors so as to be negligible,use is located not less than one thousand(1,000)feet from any church,school,park,playground or
occupied dwelling on the same lot or parcel as such use.
21. In considering proposals for location of campgrounds,the Board shall consider at a minimum the following criteria:
a. Campgrounds should be located at sufficient distance from existing rural residential/residential development so as to avoid possible
conflicts and disturbances;
b. Traffic volumes generated by such a development should not create a nuisance or impose on the privacy of nearby residences or interfere
with normal traffic flow;
c. Landscaping or appropriate screening should be required and maintained where necessary for buffering;
d. Adequate and convenient vehicular access,circulation and parking should be provided;
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Footnotes Associated with Rural LAMIRD Use Table.
e. Public health and safety of campers and those reasonably impacted by the campground(i.e.health,water,sanitation).
22. The following standards shall apply to the approval and construction of mini-warehouses:
a. A mini-warehouse proposal(application)must include plans for aesthetic improvements and/or sight screening;
b. All buildings with storage units facing property boundaries shall have a minimum setback of thirty-five(35)feet;
c. No commercial or manufacturing activities will be permitted within any building or storage unit;
d. Lease documents shall spell out all conditions and restrictions of the use;
e. Signs,other than on-site direction aids,shall number not more than two(2)and shall not exceed forty(40)square feet each in area;and
f. In Type 3 LAMIRDS,the use shall be conducted wholly within an enclosed building.
23. Subject to provisions of KCC Chapter 17.66,Electric Vehicle Infrastructure.
24. Subject to the following requirements:
a. A maximum of twoOnly one(24-)ADU's shall be allowed per lot;
b. ADU's must be able to comply with all applicable development standardsr Rt sizemust be,..least 6,000 square
c. The ADU shall not exceed 1,500 square feet;
d. All setback requirements for the zone in which the ADU is located shall apply;
e. The ADU shall meet the applicable health department standards for potable water and sewage disposal,including providing adequate
water supplies under RCW 19.27.097;
f. No mobile homes or recreational vehicles shall be allowed as an ADU;
g. The-ADU development shall provide oneadditienal off-street parking space per unit;
h. Only one(1)An ADU is net permitted on the same lot where a special care dwelling or an Accessory riving Quarters exists;
i. The ADU must share the same driveway as the primary dwelling;
j. ADUs shall be subject to obtaining an administrative permit.
25. No new residence shall be permitted except that related to the business or enterprises allowed in this zone such as janitor or night watchman.
Any such residence shall meet the requirements of the residential zone.
26. Provided that:
a. The shelters are used to house farm laborers on a temporary or seasonal basis only,regardless of change of ownership,if it remains in
farm labor-needed status;
b. The shelters must conform with all applicable building and health regulations;
c. The number of shelters shall not exceed four(4)per twenty(20)contiguous acres of land area;
d. The shelters are owned and maintained by the owner or operator of an agricultural operation which clearly demonstrates the need for
farm laborers;
e. Should the parent agriculture operation cease or convert to non-agriculture use,then the farm labor shelters shall conform with all
applicable building,zoning,and platting requirements or be removed
27. Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted;home occupations with outdoor activities or noise are a conditional
use.Offices of a physician,dentist or other professional person when located in his or her dwelling as well as home occupations engaged
in by individuals within their dwellings are allowed provided that no window display is made or any sign shown other than one (1)not
exceeding two(2)square feet in area and bearing only the name and occupation of the occupant.
28. Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted;home occupations with outdoor activities or noise are a conditional
use.In Type 3 LAMIRDs,home occupations are allowed only in existing residences.
29. When used for temporary occupancy for a period not-to-exceed one(1)year related to permanent home construction or seasonal/temporary
employment.
30. Noncommercial sand and gravel excavation is permitted for on-site use without a conditional use permit.
31. Permitted when located within an established mining district;requires conditional use permit outside an established mining district.
32. Public transportation deadhead stations permitted;passenger terminals are a Conditional Use.
33. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.
34. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
35. Where the use is only serving a residential PUD and where all applicable standards are met.Electric Vehicle Infrastructure subject to KCC
Chapter 17.66.
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Footnotes Associated with Rural LAMIRD Use Table. -
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b-. Aeeessofy Living Quaftefs are limited in size to no greater than fifty pereent o
E The Aeeessofy Living Quafters are subjeet to applieably,health diqt4iet standardq fqr water a d sewage disposali
d7 Only one(1)AeoessoEy Living Quai4ersshall by,allov.,ed per lot;
f-. Aeeessofy Living Quat4efs are not a4lR4.A.,yA_vihere an A reessofy Dwelling Unit or Speeial Care Dwelling exists,,-afld
& In T)Te 3 LAMMDS,Aeeessofy Living Quafters may only be allowed in an existing r-esidenep.
367. Maximum of four(4)boarders and two(2)bedrooms dedicated to the use.
378. As of September 1, 1998,mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and placed within Kittitas County.Those units presently
located in Kittitas County that are to be relocated within Kittitas County must have a fire/life inspection approved by the Washington State
Department of Labor and Industries.
389. Subject to the following requirements:
a. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all setback requirements for the zone in which it is located;
b. The Special Care Dwelling must meet all applicable health department requirements for potable water and sewage disposal;
c. Placement is subject to obtaining a building permit for the manufactured home;
d. Owner must record a notice to title prior to the issuance of building permit which indicates the restrictions and removal requirements;
e. The Special Care Dwelling unit cannot be used as a rental unit;
f. The Special Care Dwelling unit must be removed when the need for care ceases;
g. A Special Care Dwelling is not permitted on the same lot where an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Accessory Living Quarter exists.
h. Park model trailers shall obtain the same building permit as for placement of a manufactured home.
i. Park model trailers shall be inspected and approved by Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
3940 Structures and facilities associated with the operation of shooting ranges are permitted and subject to all associated Kittitas County building
codes and regulations. Shooting ranges may be operated in conjunction with other permitted or conditional uses for the specified zone.
Shooting Ranges are subject to periodic inspection and certification as deemed necessary by the Kittitas County Sheriffs Department.
Shooting ranges in Type 1 LAMIRDS must be indoors.In considering proposals for the location of shooting ranges a detailed site plan
shall be required;the Hearings Examiner's review of said site plan and the proposal as a whole shall include, but not be limited,to the
following criteria:
a. The general health,safety,and welfare of surrounding property owners,their livestock,their agricultural products,and their property.
b. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"NRA Range Sourcebook."
c. Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"EPA Best Management Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges."
d. Proposed shooting ranges in areas designated as agricultural land of long-term commercial significance shall comply with RCW
36.70A.177(3)as currently existing or hereafter amended,and shall be limited to lands with poor soils or those unsuitable for agriculture.
404-. Outdoor recreation activities that cause noise require a conditional use permit.
412. Subject to provisions of RCW70.128.140.
423. Use shall not exceed 10,000 square feet and no more than eight(8)events shall occur within a calendar year.
434. Existing facilities are permitted;new facilities require a conditional use permit.Limited to agricultural products.
445. Services limited to resource based industries,barbershops,beauty parlors,dry cleaning and laundry branch offices,self-service laundry and
cleaning,shoe repair shops and physical culture and health services.*
456. No new airports.Existing airports may expand or enlarge in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.*
467. (Removed per Ord.2022-017,2022)
478. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building(excluding off-street parking and loading areas),provided the use does not
exceed ten thousand(10,000)square feet.*
489. All allowed uses identified on this use table are subject to compliance with WAC 365-196-425.6.c.i.RCW 36.07A.070(5)(d)(i).*
49-0 All allowed uses identified on this use table are subject to compliance with WAC 365-196-425.6.c.iii RCW 36.70A.070(5)(d)(iii).*
501. Allowed only in existing residences.*
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512. Any new Type 3 LAMIRD is required to be at least one-half mile from another Type 3 LAMIRD,and will permit only one business and/
or businesses associated with the primary business in the new LAMIRD Type 3.Type 3 LAMIRDs existing as of 2014 are not limited to
one business.*
523. Permitted only within existing Type 3 LAMIRDs.*
534. Wholesale activity will not exceed 4000 square feet in space.*
545. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.62,Public Facilities Permits.
556. Required to meet all the review criteria requirements for conditional use permits found in KCC§17.60A.015.
567. Limited to primitive campgrounds as defined by KCC§17.08.155A.
578. Subject to the following requirements:
a. Manufactured home parks shall require approval of a binding site plan pursuant to KCC Title 16.
b. Manufactured home park density shall not to exceed twelve(12)units per acre.A minimum of five(5)manufactured home spaces shall
be required per park.
c. Manufactured home parks shall provide not less than ten percent(10%)of the gross area of the park for common open space for the use
of its residents.
d. Each manufactured home space shall have direct frontage on a public or private street.
e. The minimum setbacks shall be consistent with the zoning classification they are located in.
589. Pursuant to KCC§17.61C.050 and§17.61C.060.
5960 Applies only to Snoqualmie Pass LAMIRD.
60}. Day Care Facilities servicing 13 or more adults or children within a 24-hour period require a Conditional Use Pen-nit. All Day Care
Facilities must comply with all State licensing requirements.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2013-008, 2013; Ord. 2013-012, 2013; Ord. 2014-004, 2014; Ord.
2014-005, 2014; Ord. 2014-015, 2014; Ord. 2015-010, 2015; Ord. 2018-001, 2018; Ord.
2018-018, 2018; Ord. 2018-021, 2018; Ord. 2021-015, 2021; Ord. 2022-017, 2022; Ord.
2023-010, 2023; Ord. 2025-001, 1/7/2025)
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§17.15.080. Allowed uses in urban lands.
(See KCC§ 17.11.037(4)(a),§ 17.11.037(4)(b),and§ 17.11.037(4)(c)for allowed uses within the
Ellensburg UGA which are zoned Residential(R),Urban Residential(UR),Highway Commercial
(C-H), Limited Commercial (C-L), Light Industrial (I-L), General Industrial (1-G)), and PUD
(Bender/Reecer and the Verge).
17.15.080.1 Urban Use Table
P Permitted Urban
PA Permitted
Administrative
CU Conditional Use
ACU Admin.
Conditional Use Histori Agri- Forest
*See%CC Chapter Urban Trailer culture Rural Rural Limited General Highwa} Light General &
17.08 Definitions Resident aRlesidenl aClour 3 3 5 Commet (Marmet f3immet rmaldostri llndustri,(Range PUD
A.Agriculture
Animal boarding* CU' CU CU CU
Agricultural P°i P,
Enhanced Uses*
Agriculture P P P° P^ Cu
processing*
Agriculture CU' CU' P' P P P° P° Ps
production*
Agriculture sales,* P'/ P P'/
Produce Farm stand AC' AC"
A
Agriculture sales CU Cu CU Cu
Dairy
Feedlot* CU, CU e
Grazing* P P P P P P P P P P
Marijuana ACU'- ACU" ' Formatted:Left
Processing* ,
Marijuana '
Production* ACU"- ACU"
Marijuana,retail
sales*
Nurseries CU CU P P P P P CU
Riding Academies CU Cu
P
Small-scale event 4ACCUj1/CUAC4j1/CCjjUC4j1/CAC"'/
facility*
U-Cut/U-Pick
operation* P/
AC'
Farm Visit* CU Cu CU CU Cu Cu CU
Commercial AC AC
Activities associated
with agriculture*
B.Civic and Cultural
Cemetery P" P' P" P" P' P' P' P" P" P' P' CU P'
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AC AC P P P AC
Clubhouses,
fraternities and
lodges*
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17.15.080.1 Urban Use Table
Urban
P Permitted
PA Permitted
Administrative
CU Conditional Use
ACU Admin. Histori Agri- Forest
Conditional Use Urban Trailer culture Rural Rural Limited General Highway Light General &
*See KCC Chapter Resident aRlesidenl aClour 3 3 5 Commet Odiumet (Mmmer Imaldusir Ilndustrl(Range
17.08 Definitions CU PUD
Cultural and
educational facilities
CU P P
Libraries
Meeting facilities
CU Cu Cu P" P CU
Museums and
galleries
CU Cu Cu Cu
Religious institutions*
CU Cu P P CU
Schools,public or
private*
Interpretive Center*
C.Commercial
CU P
Auction sales of non- CU
agriculture products
P P
Bank
Bed and breakfast* AC AC AC
Clinic* CU"
Day care facilities* P/CU90 P/CU'i CU P/ P/ Cu Cu CU CU
CU" CU01
Funeral home/ Cu
mortuary
Hospital* CU CU P CU
Hospital,animal or I Cu
veterinary*
Hotel/motel P P P
Office* P P
Restaurant P P P P
Retail sales,*general P" P" P 1° P
Retail sales,*lumber P" P
and building materials
Retail sales,*vehicles P P
Services P" P" P"
Shooting range* CU` CU
Tavern P P P
Temporary sales
office
Vehicle/equipment P'a P" P" P"
service and repair*
D.Industrial
Airport* Cu CU CU CU
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17.15.080.1 Urban Use Table
P Permitted Urban
PA Permitted
Administrative
CU Conditional Use
ACU Admin.
Conditional Use Histori Agri- Forest
*See%CC Chapter Urban Trailer culture Rural Rural Limited General Highwa3 Light General &
17.08Definitions Resident aRksideril aClour 3 3 5 Commei Wmmei Winmer rmaldusm Rndustrl(Range PUD
Asphalt/Concrete Cu
plants
Explosives,storage or Cu Cu
manufacture
Forest product P P P P
processing*(portable)
Forest product Cu Cu
processing*
(permanent)
Freighting and Cu P P CU
trucking yard or
terminal*
Hazardous waste Cu Cu CU'"
storage*
Hazardous waste Cu Cu CU 1°
treatment*
Impound./Towing ACU ACU P P
Yard* I
Junkyard* Cu CU}0
Manufacturing* P P P.
Mini-Warehouse Cu Cu P" P" P CU n
Cu Cu 20 CU
Refuse disposal/
recycle* P p
Research laboratories
Wastewater treatment PA•" PA'„ PA°" PAe' PA'' PA°' PA°' PA' PA" P P PA°'--'
Warehousing and
distribution p P p
Wholesale business
E.Recreation
Campground* CU" Cu CU CU" CU" CU"P
I zi n raw
Golf course* Cu Cu CU CU
Guest ranch or guest AC AC AC AC
fame*
Parks and P P P P P P P P P
playgrounds*
Recreation,indoor* Cu Cu CU P P CU P"
Recreation,outdoor* AC AC AC P P'*' AC P"
Recreational vehicle
park*
Recreational vehicle P
storage
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17.15.080.1 Urban Use Table
P Permitted Urba
PA Permitted
Administrative
CU Conditional Use
ACU Admin.
Conditional Use HistorL Agri- Forest
*See KCC Chapter Urban Trailer culture Rural Rural Limited General Highwal Light General &
17.08Definitions Resident aRlesiden aClour 3 3 5 Commer GAmmer GAmmej linakhnui Ilndustri:(Range PUD
Stadiums CU
Trails PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA
F.Residential
Accessory dwelling PA' PA2° PA" PA" PA'° P" PA' PA'
unit*
Adult family home* P*r' P°" P'" P°" P- P" P° P""' P°0' P°" P'°'
Boarding house CU"-' Cu"' Cu IF
Convalescent home CU
Dwelling,single- P P P--'"" P P P P P" P P
family*
Dwelling,two- P P P P P" P P
family
Dwelling,multiple- AC P
family*
Farm labor shelter* CU" CU"
Group home* CU CU CU
Group Care Facility* Cu CU
Home occupation* P/CU' P/CU'" P/ P/ P/ P/CU P/
CU'a CU'" CLT" Cul
Manufactured home* P P P P P P P P PAP
Manufactured home CUI° CU—"`" CU— CU—°m CU'""' P Cu— CU-
park
Mobile home P"" P P"" P"-" P 12,
Special care P° P" P" P" P° P° P 19
dwelling*
Temporary trailer P'9 P" P'9 P" P" P" P P" P'° P" P" Cu
G.Resource
Forestry* P P P P
Forest product sales* P
Mining and CU'° CU CU P
excavation* " "
Rock crushing" CU CU P
H.Utilities and Public Facilities
Electric vehicle P P P'" P'° P'. P'" P P P P P P'. P"
infrastmcture*
Public facilities* PA- PA- PA- PA- PA"' PA- PA- PA° PA".°6i PA' PA- PA"' PA-
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17.15.080.1 Urban Use Table
P Permitted Urban
PA Permitted
Administrative
CU Conditional Use
ACU Admin.
Conditional Use Historic Agri- Forest
*See KCC Chapter Urban Trailer culture Rural Rural Limited General Highway Light General &
I7.08 Definitions ResidaiOaRkSidendaCl ourt 3 3 5 Commerd3dmmerd3dmmerdaHustria[ndustrial Range PUD
Solar Power " " " "
Production Facilities
Utilities P P P P P P P P P P P P
"/ACU "/ACU "/ACU "/ACU"/ACU"/ACU"/CUkCU"/MCU"/CVACU "/ACU "/ACU "/ACU
IIICt t" "iCt t" U "/CU "/CU IIICt t 3= "iri r 31 "irt t" 33/CU
Watershed PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA PA
management
activities*
Footnotes Associated with Urban Use Table.
1. Limited to the keeping of horses or cattle for personal enjoyment of the owner or occupant of the lot,provided that the lot contains one
(1)acre or more.
2. Limited to products produced on the premises.
3. Hay processing and small-scale processing of agricultural products produced on the premises are permitted outright.
4. Feed yards,livestock sales yards,and slaughterhouses require a conditional use permit.
5. Provided the lot contains one(1)acre or more.Agriculture production on smaller lots requires a conditional use permit except for the
raising of swine specific to youth educational projects.Raising of mink is prohibited.
a.Fencing and housing adequate to fully contain swine shall be provided when permitted.
6. Structures and facilities associated with the operation of shooting ranges are permitted and subject to all associated Kittitas County
building codes and regulations.Shooting Ranges may be operated in conjunction with other permitted or conditional uses for the specified
zone. Shooting Ranges are subject to periodic inspection and certification as deemed necessary by the Kittitas County Sheriffs
Department.In considering proposals for the location of Shooting Ranges a detailed site plan shall be required;the Board review of said
site plan and the proposal as a whole shall include,but not be limited to the following criteria:
a.The general health,safety,and welfare of surrounding property owners,their livestock,their agricultural products,and their property.
b.Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"NRA Range Sourcebook."
c.Adherence to the practices and recommendations of the"EPA Best Management Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges."
d.Proposed shooting ranges in areas designated as agricultural land of long term commercial significance shall comply with RCW
36.70A.177(3)as currently existing or hereafter amended,and shall be limited to lands with poor soils or those unsuitable for
agriculture.
7. When located not less than forty-five(45)feet from the centerline of the public street or highway and selling goods produced on site.
8. Feedlots existing at the time of adoption of the ordinance codified herein may expand or be enlarged only in compliance with standards
and regulations contained herein,and such operations shall comply with all state and/or county health regulations.
9. No new cemeteries.Existing cemeteries may expand or enlarge within established cemetery boundaries as of the date of amendment
adoption,and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
10. Subject to provisions of KCC Chapter 17.66,Electric Vehicle Infrastructure.
11. Permitted when conducted wholly within an enclosed building(excluding off-street parking and loading areas).
12. Provided the minimum lot size shall be fifteen thousand(15,000)square feet.
13. When the office activities me directly related to tourism and recreation.
14. Retail sales limited to groceries and sales of souvenirs,gifts,novelties,curios and handicraft products.Grocery stores may not exceed
four thousand(4,000)square feet.
15. Any open storage shall be enclosed by a sight-obscuring fence not less than six(6)feet and not more than seven(7)feet high.
16. Not to exceed two(2)years.
17. Subject to the following requirements:
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a.The Special Care Dwelling must meet all setback requirements for the zone in which it is located.
b.The Special Care Dwelling must meet all applicable health department requirements for potable water and sewage disposal.
c.Placement is subject to obtaining a building permit for the manufactured home.
d.Owner must record a notice to title prior to the issuance of building permit which indicates the restrictions and removal requirements.
e.The Special Care Dwelling unit cannot be used as a rental unit
I. The Special Care Dwelling unit must be removed when the need for care ceases.
g.A Special Care Dwelling is not permitted on the same lot where an Accessory Dwelling Unit or Accessory Living Quarter exists.
h.Park model trailers shall obtain the same building permit as for placement of a manufactured home.
i. Park model trailers shall be inspected and approved by Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
18. Limited to service stations,provided there shall be no repairing,repainting,reconstruction or sale of motor vehicles from the premises.
19. Includes truck stop operations.Minor repair work permitted.
20. Because of considerations of odor,dust,smoke,noise,fumes,vibration or hazard,the following uses shall not be permitted in the
industrial zone unless a conditional use permit authorizing such use has been granted by the Board:
a.All chemical manufacture,storage and/or packaging;
b.Asphalt manufacture,mixing,or refining;
c.Automobile dismantling,wrecking orjunk yards;
d.Blast furnaces or coke ovens;
e.Cement,lime,gypsum or plaster of Paris manufacture;
f. Drop forge industries;
g.Reduction or disposal of garbage,offal or similar refuse;
h.Oil refining;alternative energy refinery(i.e.biofaels,ethanol)
i. Rubber reclaiming;
j. Feed yards,livestock sales yards or slaughterhouses;
k.Smelting,reduction or refining of metallic ores;
1. Tanneries;
m.Wineries;
n.Manufacturing of industrial or household adhesives,glues,cements,or component parts thereof,from vegetable,animal or synthetic
plastic materials;
o.Waste(refuse)recycling and processing;
p.On-site and off-site hazardous waste storage and/or treatment.Off-site materials shall be accepted only from Kittitas County source
sites.In considering the issuance of conditional use permits for the foregoing listed uses,the Board shall:
In considering the issuance of conditional use permits for the foregoing listed uses,the Board shall:
a.Assure that the degree of compatibility enunciated as the purpose of this title shall be maintained with respect to the particular use on
The particular site and in consideration of other existing and potential uses within the general area in which such use is proposed to be
located;
b.Recognize and compensate for variations and degree oftechnological processes and equipment as related to the factors ofnois e,smoke,
fumes,vibration,odors and hazards.Unless substantial proof is offered showing that such process and/or equipment has reduced the
above factors so as to be negligible,use is located not less than one thousand(1,000)feet from any church,school,park, playground
or occupied dwelling on the same lot or parcel as such use.
21. In considering proposals for location of such campgrounds,the Board shall consider at a minimum the following criteria:
a.Campgrounds should be located at sufficient distance from existing rural residential/residential development so as to avoid possible
conflicts and disturbances.
b.Traffic volumes generated by such a development should not create a nuisance or impose on the privacy of nearby residences or
interfere with normal traffic flow.
c.Landscaping or appropriate screening should be required and maintained where necessary for buffering.
d.Adequate and convenient vehicular access,circulation and puking should be provided.
e Public health and safety of campers and those reasonably impacted by the campground(i.e.heath,water,sanitation)
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22. The following standards shall apply to the approval and construction of mini-warehouses:
a.A mini-warehouse proposal(application)must include plans for aesthetic improvements and/or sight screening;
b.All buildings with storage units facing property boundaries shall have a minimum setback of thirty-five(35)feet;
c.No commercial or manufacturing activities will be permitted within any building or storage unit;
d.Lease documents shall spell out all conditions and restrictions of the use;
e.Signs,other than on-site direction aids,shall number not more than two(2)and shall not exceed forty(40)square feet each in area;
23. Subject to all state and/or county health regulations and to regulations in this title,provided a minimum of one(1)acre is available.
Excluding swine and mink.
24. Accessory Dwelling Unit(ADU)subject to the following requirements:
a.ADU development standards for properties located within the City of Ellensburg's Urban Growth Area shall be subject to the Interlocal
Agreement established in Resolution 2022-013 and any subsequent amendments therein.Th-let-i--shall b_at least ,
b.There shall be no more than two(2)ADUs on the lot;
c.The ADU shall not exceed 1,500 square feet;
d.All setback requirements for the zone in which the ADU is located shall apply;
e.The ADU shall meet the applicable health department standards for potable water and sewage disposal,including providing adequate
water supplies under RCW 19.27.097;
f. No mobile homes or recreational vehicles shall be allowed as an ADU;
g.-TII eADU development shall reguireprevide one additional off-street parking space per unit;
h.An ADU is not permitted on the same lot where a special care dwelling or an Accessory Living Quarters exists;
i. ADUs shall be subject to obtaining an administrative permit.
25. No new residence shall be permitted except that related to the business or enterprises allowed in this zone such as janitor or night
watchman.Any such residence shall meet the requirements of the residential zone.
26. Provided that:
a.The shelters are used to house fame laborers on a temporary or seasonal basis only,regardless of change of ownership,if it remains in
farm labor-needed status;
b.The shelters must conform with all applicable building and health regulations;
c.The number of shelters shall not exceed four(4)per twenty(20)contiguous acres of land area;
d.The shelters are owned and maintained by the owner or operator of an agricultural operation which clearly demonstrates the need for
farm laborers;
e.Should the parent agriculture operation cease or convert to non-agriculture use,then the farm labor shelters shall conform with all
applicable building,zoning,and platting requirements or be removed
27. Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted;home occupations with outdoor activities or noise are a conditional
use.Offices of a physician,dentist or other professional person when located in his or her dwelling as well as home occupations engaged
in by individuals within their dwellings are allowed provided that no window display is made or any sign shown other than one(1)not
exceeding two(2)square feet in area and bearing only the name and occupation of the occupant.
28. Home occupations with no outdoor activities or noise are permitted;home occupations with outdoor activities or noise are a c onditional
use.No sign advertising a home occupation shall exceed sixteen(16)square feet in size.
29. When used for temporary occupancy for a period not to exceed one(1)year related to permanent home construction or seasonal/temporary
employment
30. Noncommercial sand and gravel excavation is permitted for on-site use without a conditional use permit.
31. Permitted when located within an established mining district;requires conditional use permit outside an established mining district
32. Public transportation deadhead stations permitted;passenger terminals are a Conditional Use.
33. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.
34. Utilities are defined and regulated by KCC Chapter 17.61,Utilities.Not permitted in the Agriculture Study Overlay Zone.
35. Where the use is only serving a residential PUD and where all applicable standards are met.
3F ect to the f.11OWing requirements
Accessory Living Qu ers shall be lo-rated-within an owner occupied primary residenee.
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d:Only two(2)Accessory-Living Quarters-.,hall be allowed
e,.Accessory Living Quarters are to Provide additional Off Street parking.
f. Accessory Living Quarters He not allowed where two(2)Aecessofy Dwelling Units of Special Care Dwellings exist;
367. Maximum of four(4)boarders and two(2)bedrooms dedicated to the use.
379. As of September 1,1998,mobile homes are no longer allowed to be transported and placed within Kittitas County.Those units presently
located in Kittitas County that are to be relocated within Kittitas County must have a fire/life inspection approved by the Washington
State Department of Labor and Industries.
389. Outdoor recreation activities that cause noise require a conditional use permit.
3940 Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.24,Historic Trailer Court Zones.
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401. Pursuant to RCW 70.128.140.
412. Use shall not exceed 10,000 square feet and no more than eight(8)events shall occur within a calendar year.
1423. Limited to seasonal,non-structural hay storage.
434. Required to meet all the review criteria requirements for conditional use permits found in KCC§17.60A.015.
445. An administrative conditional use permit is required when enhanced agricultural sales or sales of goods produced offsite are provided
and/or when the farm stand is located more than forty-five(45)feet from the centerline of the public street or highway.
456. When enhanced agricultural sales are provided.
467. Pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.62,Public Facilities Permits.
479. Limited to primitive campgrounds as defined by KCC§17.08.155A.
489. Agricultural Enhanced Uses which include eating and drinking establishments and/or event facilities for seminars or other social
gatherings are limited to 10,000 square feet of total indoor floor area.
4930 Subject to the following requirements:
a.Manufactured home parks shall require approval of a binding site plan pursuant to KCC Title 16.
b.Manufactured home park density shall not to exceed twelve(12)units per acre.A minimum of five(5)manufactured home spaces
shall be required per park.
c.Manufactured home parks shall provide not less than ten percent(10%)of the gross area of the park for common open space for the
use of its residents.
d.Each manufactured home space shall have direct frontage on a public or private street.
e.The minimum setbacks shall be consistent with the zoning classification they are located in.
501. Pursuant to KCC§17.61C.050 and§17.61C.060.
512. Day Care Facilities servicing 13 or more adults or children within a 24-hour period require a Conditional Use Permit.All Day Care
Facilities must comply with all State licensing requirements.
(Ord.2013-001,2013;Ord.2013-008,2013;Ord.2013-012,2013;Ord.2014-004,2014;Ord.
2014-005,2014;Ord.2014-015,2014;Ord.2015-002,2015;Ord.2015-010,2015;Ord.
2016-023,2016;Ord.2018-001,2018;Ord.2018-018,2018;Ord.2019-013,2019;Ord.
2021-015,2021;Ord.2022-017,2022;Ord.2023-010,2023)
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17.36.015 Applicability.
1. Inside the Urban Growth Area (UGA) and Rural LAMIRDs: The provisions of this chapter
can be used for any property over two (2) acres in size.
2. Outside the Urban Growth Area (UGA) and Rural LAMIRDs: The provisions of this
chapter can be used for properties over twenty (20) acres in size, except that PUDs are
prohibited on Resource Lands and Rural Lands in the Rural Working Land Use
Designation.
(Ord. 2013-001, 2013)
17.36.016 Development within the Ellensburg Urban Growth Area (UGA) — Bender/Receer and
the Verge PUDs.
For properties located within the Bender/Reecer and the Verge PUDs which are located within the
City of Ellensburg UGA, the uses and development standards in
KCC 17.11.030 through 17.11.039 shall be utilized. Where KCC 17.11.030 through 17.11.039 does not
identify uses and development standards to be utilized for development within the Ellensburg UGA,
this chapter shall apply. (Ord. 2022-017, 2022)
17.36.020 Allowed uses.
1. Inside the Urban Growth Area and Rural LAMIRDs, uses may include
a. All residential uses including multifamily structures;
b. Manufactured home parks;
c. Hotels and motels;
d. Fractionally-owned units;
e. Retail businesses;
f. Commercial-recreation businesses, parks and playgrounds;
g. Restaurants, cafes, taverns, cocktail bars;
h. Electric vehicle infrastructure. pursuant to See KCC Chapter 17.66, and;
i. The following uses where they are only serving a residential PUD and where
all other applicable standards are met:
i. Community buildings;
ii. Indoor recreation facilities including athletic clubs, fitness
centers, sports courts, swimming pools, and other similar uses;
iii. Outdoor recreation facilities including swimming pools, sports
courts or similar uses; and
iv. Recreation vehicle storage areas.
2. Outside the Urban Growth Area, uses may include:
a. The following residential uses;
i. Accessory dwelling unit;
iF Accessory livingarteFSj
+i+ii. Dwelling, single-family;
iv-.iii. Dwelling, two-family;
Div. Dwelling, multiple-family;
viw. Special care dwelling;
vi+vi. Parks and playgrounds; and
b. The following uses where they are only serving a residential PUD and where
all other applicable standards are met:
i. Community buildings;
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ii. Indoor recreation facilities including athletic clubs, fitness
centers, sports courts, swimming pools, and other similar uses;
iii. Outdoor recreation facilities including swimming pools, sports
courts or similar uses;
iv. Electrical vehicle infrastructure, pursuant to KCC Chapter 17.66;
and
V. Recreation vehicle storage areas. (Ord. 2016-023, 2016; Ord.
2013-001, 2013; Ord. 2011-013, 2011; Ord. 2007-22, 2007; Ord.
90-6 (part), 1990: Res. 83-10, 1983)
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Item 25-04
Title 12 Updates
KC Public Works submitted requested changes to several Title 12 sections to reflect
updates in their Standard Plans referenced in Article XI. The requested changes will impact
the following subsections in Title 12.
12.03.030—Road Classifications, 12.04.03.030- Road Survey Monuments, 12.04.04.040
Public Roads, 12.04.07.030 - Driveway Classifications, and Article XI.
Pubic Works proposes eliminating 12.04.11.020 Typical roadway details and adding
"Standard Plans"to Title 12 with a hyperlink to the plans. Eight standard plans have been
added to County Code including Public and Private Road standards, turnaround standards,
driveway standards, and survey monument standards. The Standard Plans we're developed as a
part of the 2024 Title 12 Update, but were unintentionally left out of the update. In addition to
referencing these standard drawings within the Code, Public Works proposes adding, amending,
and altering several other references to the standard drawings within Title 12.
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§ 12.03.030. Road classifications.
The classification of a roadway is a designation relating to the major role served within the overall
road network and includes arterial,collectors,and local access streets.For the County, the roadway
hierarchy is based on functional classification of roads based on distinct travel movements and the
service they provide.Roadways are categorized by ownership(county and private),location(rural,
primitive and unimproved),and by function(arterial,collector or local access).General definitions
of roadway classifications are presented below. These definitions serve as a guide in classifying
roads in Kittitas County.
1. County roads. County roads are those that are on county owned right of way, have been
adopted into the county road system,and are continuously open for public use.New roadways
that are to be dedicated to the public shall become a county road according to the processes
outlined in KCC § 12.01.100. A complete inventory of Kittitas County roads is available in
the most current, as amended version of the Kittitas County Road Log.
a. County urban roads. Urban roads within the county serve high density areas. Except in
special circumstances, county urban roads are located in UGA's as they exist within the
County adopted land use map. Roadway elements may include curb and gutter,
sidewalks, bicycle facilities, landscape features, and underground storm drainage
systems.Proposed urban roads within the county may be located within an adopted urban
growth area.
b. County roads on easements. Public roads constructed within an easement dedicated to
the County may be accepted on the County Road network as approved by BOCC
resolution.
c. County rural roads. Rural roads within the county serve low density areas with larger lot
sizes that are not in or near an urban area,and are not within an adopted urban growth area
(UGA) or LAMIRD. They typically lack urban elements such as curb and gutter,
sidewalks, and underground storm drainage systems, but may include other pedestrian
and bicycle facilities. Storm drainage systems for rural roads typically utilize ditches and
culverts.
i. County rural arterial. Rural arterials (principal and minor) are typically state routes
and major county roads which carry the highest volumes in the nonurban areas.
Rural arterials are designed for longer distance travel,provide for intercounty travel
and connect the county roadway system to interstate freeways. State Routes and
major county roads are typically classified as RuralPr-ineipal Arterials. See KC
Standard Plan 14.
ii. County rural collector. Rural collectors (major and minor) are the main county
roads in the nonurban areas. The predominant function of rural collectors is the
movement of through traffic,but they also provide connections to traffic generators
such as schools, shipping points, parks, important agricultural areas, etc. Rural
collectors provide for considerable local traffic that originates or is destined to
points along the corridor and provide links to nearby towns or cities or with other
routes of higher classification. Collectors allow for more emphasis on land access
than major and minor arterials. See KC Standard Plan 2-5.
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iii. County rural local access. Rural local access roads typically provide access to
individual homes, businesses, and similar traffic destinations. Through traffic is
discouraged by appropriate geometric design and/or traffic control devices and
these roads typically do not include on-street parking.Direct access to abutting land
is encouraged, but urban local access roads may terminate in a cul-de-sac or other
dead end turn-around configuration. See KC Standard Plan 3. For dead ends and
turn-arounds, see KCC § 12.04.04.090 and KC Standard Plan 5-6.
d. County primitive roads. Primitive roads are a specialized classification of road. They are
defined as unpaved rural roads with an annualized average daily traffic (AADT) of less
than 100. They are identified and included in the Kittitas County Road Log. Primitive
roads are not adequate for further development without extending new improvements to
an identified county arterial or county collector in accordance with the design and
construction standards identified in these standards. Primitive County Roads are further
defined by RCW 36.75.300.
e. County unimproved rights-of-way. In various locations throughout the county there are
portions of dedicated or deeded public road right-of-way that do not contain a roadway
and have not been identified in the Kittitas County Road Log. These rights-of-way are
public, but are unimproved. These rights-of-way should not be construed as adequate
access for any type of land use application. They are not adequate for further
development under any circumstances without extending new improvements to an
identified county arterial or county collector in accordance with the design and
construction standards identified in these standards. The county does not provide
maintenance for unimproved county rights-of-way.
2. Private roads. A Private road is defined as any access serving five or more lots (including
residential, commercial, industrial, or agricultural use), residences, or multi-family units that
is privately owned and maintained. Private roads are classified as urban and rural just as the
public county road system. They must meet the Kittitas County private road minimum design
standards as identified in these standards. Benefited property owners are required to perform
their own maintenance and repair work. Operation and maintenance agreements to provide
for this work on both the road network and the stormwater system are required. Short plats
proposed on properties to which the access is over private roads that do not meet the standards
in this section shall be recommended for denial unless upgraded to the current standard.
a. Private rural roads. Like rural county roads, private rural roads serve rural lots. They
typically lack urban elements such as curb and gutter, sidewalks, and underground storm
drainage systems,but may include other pedestrian and bicycle facilities. Storm drainage
systems for rural roads typically utilize ditches and culverts. See KC Standard Plan 48.
(Ord. 2023-010, 2023)
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§ 12.04.03.030. Road survey monuments.
The following criteria shall apply to all public road survey monuments:
1. All existing survey control monuments, which are disturbed, lost or destroyed during
surveying or construction; shall be replaced by a land surveyor registered in the State of
Washington at the expense of the contractor, applicant, or other responsible party.
2. Survey control monuments shall be placed or replaced by a licensed land surveyor as shown
on the approved construction plans in accordance with recognized good practice in land
surveying, in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations, and in
accordance with KC Standard Plan 8the approved details for-stirvey monuments.
3. Survey monuments are required at all road intersections, at horizontal points of curvature
(PC's), horizontal points of tangency (PT's), centers of cul-de-sacs, as needed for inter-
visibility, and other appropriate locations as determined necessary by the county. Monuments
at PC's and PT's may be eliminated and replaced with a monument at the Point of Intersection
(PI), if the PI falls within the paved roadway surface.
4. All paved road monumentation shall use Kittitas County standard monuments and cases,
available through private distributors.A monument as required above shall be placed in paved
roads at all points of curve, points of tangent, intersections and as needed for inter- visibility
and at the intersection of road centerlines and at the center of cul-de-sacs within plat
boundaries. No monumentation is required for unpaved roads except at the intersection with
a paved road.
5. A signed and sealed statement from the applicant's land surveyor that all monuments and
corners indicated on the plat or construction plans have been set and are in good condition
will be required before final acceptance of the road by the County.
6. All permits to remove, destroy or replace monuments shall be filed with the State Department
of Natural Resources pursuant to Washington Administrative Code.
7. For the establishment of new monuments, a record of survey shall be made in accordance
with the Survey Recording Act, Chapter 58.09 RCW, and filed with the county auditor
showing methods used to establish the monument's position.
(Ord. 2023-010, 2023)
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§12.04.04.040. Public roads.
Public Roads shall comply with the following conditions:
1. Road surfacing requirements shall be in accordance with the KC Standard Plans and the
WSDOT Pavement Guide,Volume 1 Pavement Policy,current edition.
2. The minimum design speed for all roads shall be 25 MPH.Design speeds shall be based upon
WSDOT Design Manual,current edition.Entire road segments shall be designed at the same
speed. Minimum design speeds for classified roads are included in the Typical Roadway
Sections according to road way classification.See KC Standard Plans 1-8.
3. Intersections.
a. Location of new arterial and collector streets shall be in accordance with the WSDOT
Design Manual,current edition.
b. All new intersections will have a minimum straight tangent length prior to beginning
any curves in accordance with the WSDOT Design Manual,current edition.
c. The design of intersections on arterial streets shall be in accordance with the WSDOT
Design Manual,current edition.
d. Separation of intersections shall be in accordance with WSDOT Design Manual,current
edition.
4. Residential streets should be designed to direct traffic to collector streets and adequately
provide for circulation and movement within the subdivision.
5. Vertical alignment-Connection with existing streets shall be smooth transitions and existing
grades shall be shown for at least 150 ft on all sides of the connection. Vertical alignment
designs shall be in accordance with the applicable WSDOT or AASHTO Design Manual.
6. The grade and ground lines of all streets that dead end,except cul-de-sacs,shall be continued
for 500 ft beyond the proposed construction,unless that property is under different ownership.
The grade and ground lines of all arterials shall be designed to continue 1000 ft beyond the
end of proposed construction unless that property is under different ownership.
7. Sight triangle standards shall be in accordance with the WSDOT Design Manual, current
edition.Site triangles shall be shown on the preliminary and final land segregation documents.
Site triangles shall apply to all private and public roads.Plat notes and covenants shall reflect
that site triangles shall be kept free of all trees,bushes,landscaping,fences or obstacles.
8. Street projections into future adjoining subdivisions.
a. The location of proposed streets shall allow for the proper conveyance of the storm
drainage system.
b. Where a street is indicated to dead end into an adjacent unplatted area,the applicant shall
provide easements or written approval from the adjacent landowner to discharge his
storm drainage from the street onto the adjacent land.
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§ 12.04.04.040 § 12.04.04.040
E Stub streets shall end at the pr-opei4y line with ., tempo- eul de sae F---------- Formatted:Indent:Left: 0.67", No bullets or
thee-lumaround per KC Standard Plan n I n numbering
d:c_Type III barricades shall be permanently installed at the end of all stub streets that do
not end in a cul-de-sac or turnaround.
9. The County Engineer may determine that the AASHTO's Policy on Geometric Design of
Highway and Streets,current edition,can be substituted for the WSDOT Design Manual on
a case-by-case basis.
(Ord.2023-010,2023)
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§ 12.04.07.030. Driveway classifications.
The following criteria shall be used for the classification and design of driveways in Kittitas
County:
1. Driveway approaches are broken into four general classifications:
a. Residential driveway approach,
b. Commercial driveway approach,
c. Temporary construction approach,
d. Agricultural access.
2. A residential driveway approach is classified into two types:
a. Single family residential driveway,
b. Shared residential driveway.
3. Single-family residential driveways serve no more than one single-family residences(primary
or accessory residences).
4. Shared residential driveways serve no more than four single-family residences (primary or
accessory residences). The shared residential driveway standard shall be used on the common
shared portion of a driveway.
5. A commercial approach is used for multifamily and commercial uses with approach traffic
volumes of more than forty or more vehicle trips per day. When multi-access points are
desired to serve one site then each driveway approach shall conform to the applicable use
criteria. See KC Standard Plans 7.Approved turnaround features shall be constructed per KCC
§ 12.04.04.090 and KC Standard Plan 5-6.
6. A temporary construction approach is used for access to a county or private road from a
construction site. Commercial approach design criteria shall be used with the addition of
measures for preventing mud and construction debris from being deposited on the county
road.
7. An agricultural approach is used for access to a county or private road from unimproved
agricultural land.This access shall be designed and constructed to the same standard as single-
family residential driveways.
8. An access permit that is a prerequisite for a building permit will have an expiration that runs
concurrent with the building permit expiration.
9. Access approved through an access review during platting process will adhere to requirements
of road standards in place from date plat was recorded.
(Ord. 2023-010, 2023)
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§12.04.07.030. Driveway classifications.
The following criteria shall be used for the classification and design of driveways in Kittitas
County:
1. Driveway approaches are broken into four general classifications:
a. Residential driveway approach,
b. Commercial driveway approach,
c. Temporary construction approach,
d. Agricultural access.
2. A residential driveway approach is classified into two types:
a. Single family residential driveway,
b. Shared residential driveway.
3. Single-family residential driveways serve no more than one single-family residences(primary
or accessory residences).
4. Shared residential driveways serve no more than four single-family residences(primary or
accessory residences).The shared residential driveway standard shall be used on the common
shared portion of a driveway.
5. A commercial approach is used for multifamily and commercial uses with approach traffic
volumes of more than forty or more vehicle trips per day. When multi-access points are
desired to serve one site then each driveway approach shall conform to the applicable use
criteria.See KC Standard Plans.Approved turnaround features shall be constructed per KCC
§ 12.04.04.090 and KC Standard Plan 5-6.
6. A temporary construction approach is used for access to a county or private road from a
construction site. Commercial approach design criteria shall be used with the addition of
measures for preventing mud and construction debris from being deposited on the county
road.
7. An agricultural approach is used for access to a county or private road from unimproved
agricultural land.This access shall be designed and constructed to the same standard as single-
family residential driveways.
8. An access permit that is a prerequisite for a building permit will have an expiration that runs
concurrent with the building permit expiration.
9. Access approved through an access review during platting process will adhere to requirements
of road standards in place from date plat was recorded.
(Ord.2023-010,2023)
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(Article XI
Standard Plans — Commented[JJ11:Add hyperlink to Standard Plans below
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MEMORANDUM
TO: All Staff
FROM: Public Works Plan Review Team
DATE: July 24, 2025
SUBJECT: SE-25-00011 Land Development Code Amendments
ACCESS All applicable Kittitas County Road Standards apply to this proposal. (RC)
ENGINEERING No Comments. (CP)
SURVEY No survey comments regarding this application. (JT)
TRANSPORTATION No Comment. (RC)
CONCURRENCY
FLOOD No comments. (SC)
WATER ADUs are a new use of ground water that require mitigation and metering
MITIGATION/ consistent with KCC 13.35.027. Proof of mitigation is required prior to applying
METERING for a building permit as part of the Adequate Water Supply Determination
process. (SC)
AIRPORT No Comment. (RC)
Please contact Kittitas County Public Works (509) 962-7523 with any questions.
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DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE
South Central Region • Region 3 • 1701 South 241" Avenue, Yakima, WA 98902-5720
Telephone: (509) 575-2740 • Fax: (509) 575-2474
July 23, 0225
Jeremy Johnston
Long Range Planner
Kittitas County Community Development Services
411 N. Ruby Street, Suite 1
Ellensburg, WA 98926
SUBJECT: WDFW COMMENTS ON SE-25-00011 Land Development Code Amendments
Dear Mr. Johnston,
Thank you for the opportunity to review the Land Development Code Amendments, SE-25-
00011. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has reviewed the amendments,
and we offer up the following comments for protection of critical areas, specifically Fish and
Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas (FWHCA).
Item 25-02. Non-accessory storage structures. WDFW is concerned that these could be permitted
within or directly adjacent to FWHCAs. The proposed text amendments were unclear if these
structures would be held to the same critical area standards as occupied buildings. WDFW
recommends that these structures be subject to the same critical areas review as other buildings,
including conferring with agencies of expertise, such as WDFW for FWHCAs.
Item 25-03. Development of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). WDFW has encountered
situations where ADUs have been proposed within or affecting FWHCAs. WDFW recommends
that if an ADU is proposed either within or adjacent to a FWHCA, that the code includes
requirements to minimize the overall footprint by locating the ADU as near to the parent
structure as possible, either through a direct connection or not. This minimization is part of the
mitigation strategy to reduce impacts prior to discussing compensatory mitigation.
Thank you again for the opportunity to comment. Please contact me at 509-607-3578 or
Scott.Downes@dfw.wa.gov if you have questions or concerns with these comments.
Sincerely,
JQ
Scott Downes
Regional Land Use Lead