City Planning Commission
Regular MeetingLiberty Lake, WA · March 13, 2019
Minutes
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2019
Planning Commission Members Present: Phil Folyer, Charles Matthews, Jamie Baird, Jesse
Fox
Adjunct Member(s) Present: Anita Eylar
Absent (Excused): Joshua McKee, Tom Sahlberg, Richard Siler
Staff Present: Lisa Key, Kelsey Wright
Call to Order: Meeting was called to order at 4:01 p.m.
Roll Call: A quorum of members was present.
Review of Agenda & Approval of Minutes:
Commissioner Baird moved that the February 13th minutes be approved, seconded by
Commissioner Fox. Minutes were approved with all ayes.
Action Items/ Discussions Presentations:
A. Proposed 2019 Docket- City Initiated Comprehensive Plan Code Amendments: Lisa Key
presented an overview of the items being proposed by the City for amendments to the City’s
Comprehensive Plan. Items include zoning and comprehensive plan map updates to reflect
the land recently annexed into the City, adding a flood damage prevention ordinance,
correcting notice requirements for Type II administrative appeals, and updating regulations on
adult living facilities to align with state law. Other clean up items to include adjustments to
regulations on electronically changeable reader board signs, chain link fencing in the river
district and changing “P&CD Director” to “Zoning Administrator”. Also discussed was the idea
of allowing additional extensions for phased subdivisions. Questions asked and answered.
B. Food Truck Code Amendment Workshop: Lisa Key presented an overview of the existing
regulations pertaining to food trucks, as well as the proposed Code amendments to allow for
food trucks in the industrial zone. Questions asked and answered. Following Lisa’s
presentation, Erin Whitney, owner of Snow Eater Brewing Company and Sarah Lathrop,
owner of Liberty Lake Wine Cellars each spoke about why allowing food trucks at their
businesses was important to them. Questions asked and answered. Following discussion, it
was decided to take the proposed Code amendments to hearing at the next Planning
Commission meeting.
C. Design Review Code Workshop (City Development Code 10-4C): Lisa Key reviewed an
overview of the process for Design review and noted a few modifications to the proposed code
amendments since the last workshop. Questions asked and answered. Following discussion,
it was decided to take the proposed Code amendments to hearing at the next Planning
Commission meeting.
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D. 5G Small Cell Required Code Amendments: Lisa Key presented information on the 5G Small
Cell requirements from the FCC Declaratory Ruling, as well as ideas from sample ordinances
from other jurisdictions and associations. She highlighted the need to revise our code and
some suggestions on what to include in our code, as well as the time frame in which it would
need to be implemented in order to address current applications. Questions asked and
answered.
Secretary’s Report:
Lisa Key reported on the below listed items:
o 2019 Code Amendment Pipeline
Planning Commissioner Reports:
No reports at this time.
City Council Reporter of the Month:
Commissioner Folyer volunteered to report at the next City Council meeting.
Citizens Comments:
No comments made at this time.
Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 5:59 p.m.
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Agenda
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 2019
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
4:00 P.M.
Planning Commission Members: Jamie Baird, Phil Folyer, Jesse Fox, Joshua McKee, Charles Matthews,
Tom Sahlberg, and Richard Siler
Adjunct Member(s): Anita Eylar
Staff: Lisa Key, Kelsey Wright, Barbara Barker
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. GENERAL BUSINESS:
• Review of Agenda
• Approval of Minutes: February 13, 2019
4. DISCUSSIONS/ PRESENTATIONS:
• Proposed 2019 Docket - City Initiated Comprehensive Plan Code Amendments
• Food Truck Code Amendment Workshop – Lisa Key
• Design Review Code Workshop (City Development Code 10-4C) - Lisa Key
• 5G Small Cell Required Code Amendments – Lisa Key
5. REPORTS:
• Secretary’s Report
o 2019 Code Amendment Pipeline
• Planning Commissioner Reports
• City Council Reporter of the Month
6. Citizens Comments
7. Adjournment
Next Meeting: April 10, 2019
Non-hearing items scheduled, and their order, are only tentative and are subject to change. The Planning
Commission may not address all items as listed and/or may continue certain items to a later session. The
Commission reserves the right to take action on all items listed on the agenda. The Planning Commission
provides at least 3 minutes for public comment and submission of written comments for inclusion into
the public record and consideration by the Planning Commission is encouraged. For more information,
please contact Planning & Engineering Services at 755-6708.
The public is invited to attend. Parking and meeting rooms are accessible for persons with disabilities. Contact the
City at 755-6700 with 48-hours advance notice for special accommodations.
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Planning Commission Members Present: Phil Folyer, Joshua McKee, Charles Matthews,
Tom Sahlberg, Richard Siler
Adjunct Member(s) Present:
Excused: Jamie Baird, Jesse Fox, Anita Eylar
Staff Present: Lisa Key, Kelsey Wright, Barbara Barker
Call to Order: Meeting was called to order at 4:01 p.m.
Roll Call: A quorum of members was present.
Review of Agenda & Approval of Minutes:
The Commission unanimously approved the agenda. Commissioner McKee moved that the
January 23rd minutes be approved, seconded by Commissioner Sahlberg. Minutes were
approved with all ayes.
General Business:
A. Ratification of Findings, Conclusions & Recommendations regarding Street Tree Regulation
Amendments: Commissioner Sahlberg moved to ratify the Findings, Conclusions &
Recommendations regarding the Street Tree Regulation Amendments, seconded by
Commissioner Matthews. Findings, Conclusions & Recommendations ratified with all ayes.
Action Items/ Discussions Presentations:
A. 5G Small Cell Required Code Amendments: Lisa Key presented a brief overview of 5G Small
Cells and the recent FCC declaratory ruling. Jason Verduzco with Verizon Wireless followed
with a presentation including further detail on 5G and network evolution, as well as
characteristics of small cells and examples in communities with pilot programs. Questions
asked and answered.
B. Liberty Lake 2018 Development Statistics: Barbara Barker presented a year end summary of
development statistics within the City for both residential and commercial building projects.
Comparisons with previous years were also noted. Questions asked and answered.
C. Design Review Code Workshop (City Development Code 10-4C): Lisa Key presented on
some of the shortcomings of our current Design Review Code and explained an overview of
the different roles in the review process – Site Plan Review, Design Review, and Building
Review. Questions were asked and answered. The Planning Commission requested
deferring additional discussion on the proposed amendments until the March meeting, in the
interest of time.
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Secretary’s Report:
Lisa Key reported on the below listed items:
o Food Truck Code Amendments, which were referred to the Planning Commission by
City Council.
Planning Commissioner Reports:
Commissioner Folyer inquired as to the status of the Steering Committee for the Golf Course.
Commissioner Siler had volunteered to participate previously, Commissioner Folyer also
expressed interest in being on the committee.
City Council Reporter of the Month:
Commissioner Sahlberg volunteered to report at the next City Council meeting.
Citizens Comments:
No comments made at this time.
Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 6:01p.m.
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PLANNING, ENGINEERING
& BUILDING SERVICES
2019 Proposed Docket
City-Initiated Comprehensive Plan & Code Amendments
Proposed Amendment Description Reason
Comprehensive Plan Maps Map 1.1, Liberty Lake Boundary Add newly annexed CVSD school
Map 3.2, Cultural Landmarks property to Comp Plan Maps
Map 5.1, Comp Plan Land Use Map
Map 5.3, City Annexed Areas
Map 8.1, City Street System
Zoning Map Amend Zoning Map (City Code §10- Update based on annexation
2A-5) to add newly annexed CVSD ordinance
property, with zoning designation of
“P”
Flood Damage Prevention Add new section, §10-6F, Flood To allow the City to participate in the
Ordinance Damage Prevention Ordinance National Flood Insurance Program
(NFIP)
Correction to Notice Requirements Amend §10-4B-4(F), notice Correct an error in City Development
for Type II Administrative Appeal requirements, under Administrative Code & River District Development
in City & River District Appeal, to reflect that appeals of the Code, as adopted by Ordinance 241,
Development Code §10-4B-4(F) Hearing Examiner’s final decision can to be consistent with other sections
be made Spokane County Superior of §10-4B, Types of Applications &
Court (not City Council). Review Procedures
Adult Family Homes Consistent with RCW 70.128, amend Consistent with RCW 70.128, and as
the Zoning Matrix (§10-2A-4) & the detailed in memo data 4/30/2018,
River District Zoning Matrix (Section “Adult Family Homes” must be
4.1 of the RDSAP) to add “Adult permitted uses in all residential and
Family Home” as a permitted use in all commercial zones.
residential and commercial zones;
add definition to §10-1-C of City &
River District Development Codes,
consistent with the definition in RCW
70.128.010.
Electronically Changeable Add new City Development Code §10- Consistent with Administrative
Monument Signs on Public 3E-7(H)(1)(c),allowing electronically Determination dated June 1, 2018
Property changeable monument signs on all
public or semi-public institutional
properties located in the City of
Liberty Lake, provided they comply
with the dimensional requirements in
§10-3E-7.
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Proposed Amendment Description Reason
Chain Link Fence for Sports Amend River District Development Consistent with Administrative
Facilities on Public Property in the Code §10-3C-5(2), to allow chain link Determination dated June 1, 2018
River District fence material with black or green
vinyl coating for tennis courts, ball
fields, or other sports facilities
located on publicly owned or
maintained properties located in any
zone in the River District.
Allowing Additional Extensions for Amend City & River District Allow the full buildout of large,
Phased Subdivision Development Code §10-4D-3(D) to phased subdivisions, particularly in
allow additional extensions if the periods of economic downturn
developer meets the standards of
approval and has platted at least one
phase in the previous extension
Change “Planning & Community Except for signature lines on plats, Consistency and general code
Development Director” & “P&CD change all references to ”Planning & cleanup
Director” to “Zoning Community Development Director”
Administrator” or “P& CD Director” to “Zoning
Administrator”, and add definition in
§10-1C, Definitions : “Director
overseeing Planning, Engineering &
Building Services, or his/her
designee”
PLANNING, ENGINEERING
& BUILDING SERVICES
AMENDED FOOD TRUCK CODE AMENDMENT
PROJECT CHARTER
Background: Under current City Code, “Food Trucks” also known as mobile food concessions, are a
“Limited Use” in all zones. The standards for the “limited use” require a temporary use permit (as detailed
in in City Code §10‐4I‐1). Under these provisions, “food trucks” on public property or in the public ROW
are only permitted during a community event or sports league play, and “food trucks” on private property
are only allowed when associated with a temporary carnival/ fair, sidewalk sale, non‐profit fundraiser, or
community event. The required temporary use permit limits use to 21 consecutive days, or no more than
90 days in a calendar year. The temporary use permit requires a site plan, as well as refuse disposal, fire
extinguisher and Health Department food vendor permit.
On February 5, 2019, City Council held a workshop to discuss potential changes to code to allow food
trucks in the Light Industrial (“I”) zone. City Council asked that potential code revisions be referred to the
Planning Commission for their consideration and recommendation, and that staff prepare a schedule for
development of those code revisions.
Scope: The following is a high level summary of elements to be considered in the development of this
code amendment:
Allow “Food Trucks” on private property in the “I” zone by special usetemporary use permit when Commented [LK1]: “Special use” in the development code
associated with an existing business. applies to a use that is not already listed in code, and requires
a hearing before the hearing examiner. Better approach is to
o Require site plan to address location on private property, traffic circulation, refuse disposal, clean up the definition of “temporary use”, which already
fire extinguisher, seating (if applicable); includes longer term uses temporary sales offices, model
o Require City of Liberty Lake Business License and Health Department Food Vendor Permit. homes and temporary buildings which are permitted for a
year or more.
Incorporate “Director’s Interpretation” from Policy Bulletin No. 21 into code related to
“temporary use permits”:
o Non‐profit Mobile Sales/ Concessions fees may be waived; and, Commented [LK2]: Not a matter addressed by
o Permits for individual vendor booths within a larger non‐profit special event permit may be development code.
waived provided they have been addressed in the site plan for the event.
Consider provisions for permitting of “ice cream trucks” within the City. Commented [LK3]: Ordinance No. 96 Peddlers/Solicitor’s
Other potential revisions as may be identified through the review process. License is applicable to Ice Cream Trucks as peddler who go
from “place to place” selling and providing immediate
Will engage both the new “Tasting Room” Cluster of Entrepreneurs & “Brick & Mortar” delivery of goods
Restaurants in workshop & hearing process
Schedule: The table on the following page details a reasonably aggressive timeline, as per City Council’s
request.
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FOOD TRUCK CODE AMENDMENT
TIMELINE
Date Action Contingency
3/13/19 Planning Commission Workshop
3/18/191 60 Day Notice of Intent to Adopt to
Department of Commerce
4/10/19 Planning Commission Public Hearing Hearing could be delayed until
5/8/19, if second workshop
needed
5/8/19 PC Adopts Findings, Conclusions &
Recommendations
5/21/19 City Council Public Hearing
5/21/19 City Council 1st & 2nd Reading If Council does not suspend the
rules to allow the first and second
reading, Council action will be
delayed to 6/4/19
5/31/192 Effective Date (Date of Publication) Deadline for submittal for
publication is noon on 5/28/19
1
Critical Path: Earliest date for City Council action, based on this date, is 5/21/19.
2
If 2nd reading is postponed to 6/4/19, effective date (date of publication) will be 6/14/19.
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PROPOSED “FOOD TRUCK” DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT
Development Code §10‐1C (B): Definitions
Mobile sales / concessions ‐ A mobile food service establishment or mobile sales booth operating at a
non‐permanent fixed location under an approved Temporary Use Permit. Definition does not include
espresso stands as defined herein or Solicitors / Peddlers as defined in City Ordinance 96.
Temporary Use ‐ A use approved for location on a lot for a period not to exceed 90 days with the intent
to discontinue such use after the time period expires. Temporary uses are characterized by the non‐
permanent nature of the facilities/site improvements, and/ir or the short term or seasonal nature of the
use. and by the fact that permanent improvements are not made to the site. Temporary uses are subject
to standards and criteria as may be required in the zone and require administrative approval from P&CD.
These uses require approval of afor a Temporary Use Permit as set forth in Section 10‐4I‐1.
Development Code §10‐2J ‐‐ I (Light Industrial Zone)
§10‐2J‐3(C) Requirements for Specific I Limited Uses:
2. Mobile sales / concessions
a. Requires application for and approval of a Temporary Use Permit as outlined in Section
10‐4I‐1.
b. May be located on private property as an accessory use, where a principal use has already
been established on the subject property.
c. Only permittedMay be located in public right‐of‐way onlyduring when associated with a
special community events, such as Liberty Lake Yard Sale Weekend.
d. Hours of operation for the mobile concession shall be limited to the hours of operation of
the principal use associated with the subject property, except when associated with a
community event, in which case the hours of operation for the mobile concession shall
be limited to the hours of operation of that community event.
Development Code §10‐4I‐1 – Temporary Use Permits
Temporary uses are characterized by non‐permanent nature of the facilities/site improvements, and/ir or
their short term or seasonal nature of the use. and by the fact that permanent improvements are not
made to the site. Temporary uses include, but are not limited to: construction trailers, leasing offices,
temporary carnivals and fairs, parking lot sales, retail warehouse sales, mobile sales / concessions, and
seasonal sales such as Christmas tree sales and vegetable stands. The uses listed below have specific
requirements for Temporary Use Permit approval. The uses below and other uses listed in the Zoning
Matrix may require a Temporary Use Permit with additional regulations or requirements identified in the
Limited or Conditional Use:
A. Seasonal and Special Events. These types of uses generally occur only once in a calendar year and
for no longer a period than 90 days, unless approved for an extended period of time by the
Director. Using the Exempt project procedure under Article 10‐4B, the Director /Designee shall
approve, approve with conditions, or deny a temporary use permit for a seasonal or special event
based on findings that all of the following criteria are satisfied:
1. The use is permitted in the underlying zoning district and does not violate any conditions
of approval for the property (e.g., prior development permit approval);
2. The use does not violate zoning ordinances or conditional use permits applicable to the
site;
3. The applicant provides proof that the property‐owner gave permission to use his/her
property in the proposed manner;
4. No parking will be utilized by customers and employees of the temporary use which is
needed by the property owner to meet their minimum parking requirement under Article
10‐3D ‐ Vehicle and Bicycle Parking;
5. The use provides adequate vision clearance, as required in Section 10‐3B‐2, subsection N,
and shall not obstruct pedestrian access on public streets;
6. Ingress and egress are safe and adequate when combined with the other uses of the
property; as required by Article 10‐3B ‐ Access and Circulation;
7. The use does not create adverse, off‐site impacts such as vehicle traffic, noise, odors,
vibrations, glare, or lights that affect an adjoining use in a manner which other uses
allowed outright in the zone do not affect the adjoining use; and
8. The use is adequately served by public sewer and water, if applicable. (The applicant shall
be responsible for obtaining any related permits.)
B. Temporary Sales Office or Model Home. Using the Exempt project procedure under Article 10‐4B,
the Director / Designee may approve, approve with conditions, or deny an application for the use
of any real property within the City as a temporary sales office, offices for the purpose of
facilitating the sale of real property, or model home in any subdivision or tract of land within the
City, based on the following criteria:
1. Temporary sales office:
a. The use will be for no other purpose other than those described above; and
b. The temporary sales office shall be located within the boundaries of the
subdivision or tract of land in which the real property is to be sold; and
c. The property to be used for a temporary sales office shall not be permanently
improved for that purpose and shall be removed or the sales office use shall be
discontinued upon sell‐out of the subdivision or tract of land, unless the
temporary sales office is located within a model house where the use shall comply
with the requirements in subsection "2‐c" below; and
d. The temporary sales office may be located in the model house defined below.
2. Model house:
a. The model house shall be located within the boundaries of the subdivision or tract
of land where the real property to be sold is situated; and
b. The model house shall be designed as a permanent structure that meets all
relevant requirements of this Code; and
c. The model house use shall be discontinued and the structure shall be converted
to a saleable house, if necessary, after a period of three (3) years, unless the phase
in which the model house is located is less than 80% sold‐ out in which case, the
Director may grant up to two, one (1) year extensions for the model house use. If
the model house contains a temporary sales office, the time limits specified
above for the model house shall apply.
C. Temporary Building. Using the Exempt project procedure, as governed by Article 10‐4B, the
Director / Designee may approve, approve with conditions or deny an application for a temporary
trailer or prefabricated building for use on any real commercial or industrial property within the
City as a temporary commercial or industrial office or space associated with the primary use on
the property, based on the following criteria:
1. The temporary trailer or prefabricated building will be for no other purpose other than
those described above;
2. The temporary trailer or building shall be located within the boundaries of the parcel of
land on which it is located;
3. The primary use on the property on which the temporary trailer or pre‐fabricated building
is to be located is already developed;
4. Ingress and egress are safe and adequate when combined with the other uses of the
property, as required by Article 10‐3B ‐ Access and Circulation;
5. There is adequate parking for the customers or users of the temporary use, as required
by Article 10‐3D ‐ Vehicle and Bicycle Parking;
6. The use will not result in vehicular traffic congestion on streets;
7. The use will pose no hazard to pedestrians in the area of the use;
8. The use does not create adverse off‐site impacts including vehicle traffic, noise, odors,
vibrations, glare, or lights that affect an adjoining use in a manner which other uses
allowed outright in the zone do not affect the adjoining use; and
9. The building complies with applicable building codes;
10. The use can be adequately served by public sewer and water, if applicable. (The applicant
shall be responsible for obtaining any related permits); and
11. The length of time that the temporary building will be used does not exceed one (1) year,
unless approved for an extended period of time by the Director. When a temporary
building exceeds this time frame, the applicant shall be required to remove the building,
or renew the temporary use permit.
D. Mobiles Sales / Concessions. Using the Exempt project procedure under Article 10‐4B, the
Director / Designee shall approve, approve with conditions, or deny a temporary use permit
for a mobile food service establishment or mobile sales booth, based on the following criteria:
1. Mobile food service establishment:
a. A truck, trailer, or cart located in a non‐permanent fixed location utilized
primarily for the sale of food;
b. Only permitted on public property or within the public right‐of‐way when
associated with a community event as defined in this Code and determined by the
City, or when associated with sports league play; the City has the right to limit the
number of mobile food service establishments and types of products;
c. Only May be permitted on private property when associated with a temporary
carnival or fair, parking lot or sidewalk sale, non‐profit fundraiser, or a community
event as defined in this Code and determined by the City;
d. May be permitted on private when explicitly allowed within the zoning district of the
proposed location, and subject to the standards of that zoning district.
e. Mobile food service establishments associated with a special event cannot be
utilized on public or private property for more than twenty one (21) consecutive
days or the duration allowed within any one year for Seasonal and Special Events
above, unless approved for an extended period of time by the Director /
Designee;
f. Temporary use permits for mobile food service establishments that are explicitly
allowed within the zoning district shall be remain in effect for a period of one
year. When the permit expires, the applicant shall be require to renew the
temporary use permit, or remove the mobile food service establishment.
g. A site plan must be submitted and the mobile food service establishment will only
be permitted in a location approved by the City that allows for safe pedestrian,
vehicular, and emergency access;
h. The mobile food service establishment shall contain at least one functional fire
extinguisher;
i. The mobile food service establishment must have a trash and garbage disposal
container capable of holding all trash and garbage generated by the operation of
the concession. The container shall be emptied periodically as necessary in order
to ensure, at all times, public access and use of the container;
j. The applicant must provide proof that the property‐owner gave permission to use
his/her property in the proposed manner; and
j.k. Proper Health Department and City regulations, permits, and approvals must
be obtained and complied with.; and,
l. Hours of operation for the mobile concession shall be limited to the hours of
operation of the principal use associated with the subject property, except when
associated with a community event, in which case the hours of operation for the
mobile concession shall be limited to the hours of operation of that community
event.
2. Mobile sales booth:
a. A booth (including trailer, canopy, or display area) utilized for the sale or
display of goods or services located in a non‐permanent fixed location;
b. Only permitted on public property or within the public right‐of‐way when
associated with a community event as defined in this Code and determined by the
City;
1. The City has the right to limit the number of vendors and types of
products and services.
1.2. The following products and services shall be prohibited and on‐site
enforcement of the prohibition shall be conducted by the Liberty Lake
Police Department:
Adult oriented merchandise or services
Drug paraphernalia
Hazardous materials
Illegal merchandise or services
Tobacco
Weapons
Similar products and services as listed above, as determined by the
Director / designee;
c. Only permitted on private property when associated with a temporary carnival or
fair, parking lot or sidewalk sale, non‐profit fundraiser, or a community event as
defined in this Code and determined by the City;
d. Mobile sales booths cannot be utilized on public or private property for more than
twenty one (21) consecutive days or the duration allowed within any one year for
Seasonal and Special Events above, unless approved for an extended period of time
by the Director / Designee;
e. A site plan must be submitted and the mobile sales booth will only be permitted
in a location approved by the City that allows for safe pedestrian, vehicular, and
emergency access;
f. The applicant must provide proof that the property‐owner gave permission to use
his/her property in the proposed manner; and
g. City regulations, permits, and approvals must be obtained and complied with.
3. The requirement for individual permits for mobile sales/concessions vendors within a
larger non‐profit special event may be waived, provided the mobile sales/concessions
have been addressed in the Seasonal and Special Event permit application and site plan,
as required in paragraph A of this section.
Article 10-4C — Site Design ReviewPreliminary Design, Site
Plan, and Building Plan Review and Approval
Sections:
10-4C-1 Purpose
10-4C-2 ApplicabilityPreliminary Design Review
10-4C-3 Site Plan Design Review and ApprovalApplication
Submission Requirements 10-4C-4 Building Plan Submission
and Review Requirements Site Design Review Approval Criteria
10-4C-5 Bonding and Assurances
10-4C-6 Development in Accordance With Permit Approval
10-4C-1 Purpose
The purpose of this Chapter is to:
A. Provide rules, regulations, and standards for efficient and effective administration of
site preliminary design review, where applicable, and site plan review and approval
required for building permit issuance.
B. Carry out the development pattern and plan of the City and its comprehensive
plan policies;
C. Ensure the that site design is consistent with code, standards, and policies established
to protect public health, safety, and general welfare;
D. Lessen or avoid impacts to community infrastructure; and
E. Encourage the conservation of energy resources, efficient use of land resources,
full utilization of urban services, mixed uses, transportation options, and detailed,
human-scaled design.
E.F. Provide design guidance to the applicant in accordance with City code and
standards before full construction documents are completed.
10-4C-2 ApplicabilityPreliminary Design Review
A. Applicability. The Design Review Subcommittee of the Planning Commission shall
conduct a preliminary design review and make design recommendations is required for the
types of construction or development listed below, in accordance with the design standards
and established by City Code, and the design review criteria detailed in paragraph 10-4C-
2(C) of this section, except that all developments in areas of special concern such as
environmental and cultural preservation shall also use additional site design review
procedures for those areas. Per the discretion of P&CD, projects may not require all of the
submissions noted in Section 10-4C-3 below.
Site design review shall be required for all new construction or developments and
modifications of existing construction or developments, except that regular maintenance,
repair, and replacement of materials (e.g., roof, siding, awnings, etc.), parking resurfacing,
and similar maintenance and repair shall be exempt, unless the structure or site is non-
conforming and the repair or replacement of materials causes a loss of non-conforming
status (see Article 10-5C).
Site Design Review. Site design review is conducted by P&CD and is based on clear and
objective criteria and ensures compliance with the basic development standards of the
zoning district (e.g., building setbacks, lot coverage, maximum building height, etc.), as well
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as the more detailed design standards and public improvement requirements in Chapters
2 and 3. .
1. Developments within designated mixed-use areas;
2. Planned unit developments and large scale residential developments;
3. Public and semi-public institutional buildings over 5,000 sq. ft.;
4. Aesthetic corridors and boulevards, and adjacent development;
5. Commercial and industrial developments;
6. Developments adjacent to natural areas, critical areas, or shorelines; and
7. All non-residential buildings that are visible from a public street.
1. Commercial and industrial buildings;
2. Attached dwellings (single & multi-family) that:
3. Exceed 100’ in length along the primary street frontage, or;include five or more
attached units, orinclude 3 or more independent buildings in a project.
4. Manufactured home parks;
5. Modifications to development approvals as defined by Article 10-4F;
6. Any proposed development which has a valid conditional use permit. Major
modifications to a development with a conditional use permit shall require review
and approval in accordance with Article 10-4H - Conditional Use Permits;
Other developments, including single-family detached dwellings, manufactured homes, and
two-family duplexes, when required by a condition of approval or within this
Code.Preliminary Design Review is recommended to be completed during design
development so that recommendations can be incorporated into the final site plans and
construction documents prior to permit submittal and review.
B. Preliminary Design Review Submission Requirements:
Prior to issuance of permits or approvals, preliminary design review shall be conducted for
the projects listed in Section 10-4C-2(A) above. The following information, as applicable, is
generally required for preliminary design review application submittal:
1. General Submission Requirements. The applicant shall submit an application
containing all of the general information detailed on the City’s application for
Preliminary Design Review with required attachments as detailed on the submittal
checklist contained therein.
2. Preliminary Design Review Information. An application for preliminary design
review shall include the following information, as deemed applicable by the City:
a. Preliminary Site Plan: At a minimum, the preliminary site plan shall include
the following information, as applicable:
i. Name, phone number and e-mail address of project designer, contact
person, engineer, surveyor, and/or planner, as applicable.
ii. The proposed development site, including boundaries, dimensions, and
gross area;
iii. Existing features of the site, if any, which are proposed to remain on
the site.
iv. Existing features of the site, if any, which are proposed to be removed
or modified by the development;
v. The location and dimensions of all proposed public and private streets,
drives, rights-of-way, and easements;
vi. The location and dimensions of all existing and proposed structures,
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utilities, pavement, and other improvements on the site. Setback
dimensions for all existing and proposed buildings shall be provided
on the site plan;
vii. The location and dimensions of entrances and exits to the site for
vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle access;
viii. The location and dimensions of all parking and vehicle circulation areas
(show striping for parking stalls, ADA stalls and wheel stops, as
applicable);
ix. Parking stall counts and calculations per Article 10-3D-3.
x. Pedestrian and bicycle circulation areas, including sidewalks, internal
pathways, pathway connections to adjacent properties, and any bicycle
lanes or trails per Article 10-3B-3;
xi. Loading and service areas for waste disposal, loading, and delivery;
xii. Detail of refuse enclosure, including gate.
xiii. Outdoor recreation spaces, common areas, plazas, outdoor
seating, street furniture, and similar improvements, as applicable;
xiv. Location, type, and height of outdoor lighting;
xv. Location of mail boxes, if known;
xvi. Location of bicycle parking with number of spaces indicated;
xvii. Location of bus stops and other public or private transportation facilities;
xviii. Locations, sizes, and types of proposed signs; and,
xix. North arrow and scale.
b. Architectural drawings. Architectural drawings shall include the following
information:
i. Name, phone number, and e-mail address of architect, project
designer, contact person, as applicable.;
ii. Building elevations with design detail including windows, window
awnings, entries, projections, pedestrian entrance canopies, change in
materials or similar features, building height and width dimensions;
iii. Building materials, color, and type;
iv. Total building footprint square footage and percentage of parcel or lot
covered by buildings and other structures; and,
v. Scale and dimensions.
c. Preliminary Landscape Plan. The preliminary landscape plan shall include the
following information:
i. Name, phone number, and e-mail address of project designer, contact
person, engineer, landscape architect, and/or planner, as applicable;
ii. The location and height of existing and proposed fences and other
buffering or screening materials;
iii. Dimensional width of all perimeter landscape buffers per Article 10-3C-
3(F);
iv. The location of existing and proposed terraces, retaining walls, decks,
patios, shelters, and play areas;
v. The location, size, and species of the existing-to-remain and proposed
plant materials (at time of planting);
vi. Existing and proposed building, pavement outlines and landscape
protective curbing;
vii. Calculation stating the percentage of landscape area per Article 10-
3C-3(D);
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viii. North arrow and scale; and,
ix. Other information as deemed appropriate by City. An arborist’s report
may be required for sites with significant vegetation that is protected
under Article 10-3C of this Code. Per the discretion of the City, some
projects may combine site and landscape plans.
d. Letter or narrative report documenting compliance with the applicable design
standards, and the approval criteria contained in Section 10-4C-2(C) below.
Per the discretion of City, some projects may not require all of the submissions detailed
above at the time of Preliminary Design Review.
C. Preliminary Design Review Criteria:
Upon preliminary design review, the Design Review Subcommittee of the Planning
Commission shall make written design recommendations based upon the following
criteria:
1. The proposed land use is permitted by the underlying zoning district, and
conforms with any special standards as may be associated with such a use
in the underlying zone, as detailed in Chapter 2 of this title.
2. The proposed development is generally consistent with adopted
Comprehensive plan goals and policies, and complies with applicable design
provisions of the underlying zoning district, which are intended to protect the
City’s scenic views, provide community cohesion, and enhance the
community image of Liberty Lake.
3. The proposed development is in conformance with specific design standards
detailed in Chapters 2 and 3 of this title, including:
a. building and yard setbacks;
b. lot area and dimensions;
c. residential density;
d. lot coverage;
e. building height;
f. building orientation;
g. architectural design standards; and,
h. other development standards, as detailed in Chapters 3 of this
title, have been met.
4. Exceptions to paragraph 3, above, shall be permitted when approved as a
Variance in accordance with the procedures and standards detailed in Article
10- 5B.
5. The preliminary site plan and building design brings into conformance any
existing development that does not comply with the applicable zoning district
standards, when so required in accordance with the provisions of Article 10-5C,
Non- Conforming Uses and Development.
6. The design review shall lapse, and a new application shall be required if an
application for the building permit has not been submitted within 6 months of
issuance of the preliminary design review recommendation, unless an
extension has been approved, as provided for in Section 10-4C-6(C).
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10-4C-3 Site Design Review Application Submission RequirementsSite Plan Review
and Approval
A. Applicability. Site plan review and approval in accordance with the provisions of this section
shall be required for all new construction or developments and modifications of existing
construction or developments listed below, except that regular maintenance, repair, and
replacement of materials (e.g., roof, siding, awnings, etc.), parking resurfacing, and similar
maintenance and repair shall be exempt, unless the structure or site is non-conforming
and the repair or replacement of materials causes a loss of non-conforming status (see
Article 10-5C).
1. Governmental, public and semi-public institutional buildings;
2. Commercial and industrial buildings;
3. Attached dwellings (single & multi-family) that:
a. Exceed 100’ in length along the primary street frontage, or;
b. encompass three or more attached units;
4. More than 2 detached dwellings or two-family residential units located on a single lot or
parcel;
5. Manufactured home parks;
6. Modifications to development approvals as defined by Article 10-4F;
7. Any proposed development which has a valid conditional use permit. Major
modifications to a development with a conditional use permit shall require review and
approval in accordance with Article 10-4H - Conditional Use Permits;
8. Other developments, including single-family detached dwellings, manufactured homes,
and two-family duplexes, when required by a condition of approval or within this Code.
Prior to issuance of permits or approvals, site plan review shall be conducted by City staff.
Decisions are based on clear and objective criteria in order to ensures compliance with the
basic development standards of the zoning district (e.g., building setbacks, lot coverage,
maximum building height, etc.), as well as the more detailed design standards and public
improvement requirements in Chapters 2 and 3 of this title. It is further informed by the
recommendations provided by the Design Review Subcommittee of the Planning
Commission in their preliminary design review, where applicable, and as based upon the
design review criteria detailed in Article 10-4C-2, paragraph C.
B. Site Plan Review Application Submission Requirements. The applicant shall submit an
application form containing all of the general information detailed on the City’s application for
Site Plan Review with required attachments as detailed on the submittal checklist contained
therein. The following information must be included in the submittal for the Site Plan Review
application to be considered complete
Prior to issuance of permits or approvals, site design review shall be conducted for the
projects listed in Section 10-4C-2 above. The following information, as applicable, is required
for site design review application submittal:
General Submission Requirements. The applicant shall submit an application containing all of
the general information required by Article 10-4B above, if applicable.
1. Site Design Plan Review Information. An application for site design plan review
shall include the following information, as deemed applicable by P&CDthe City.:
a. Site analysis map (existing conditions). At a minimum tThe existing site
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analysis map shall contain include the following information, as applicable:
i. Name and address of project designer, contact person, engineer,
surveyor, and/or planner, as applicable
ii. Professional engineer’’s stamp, signed and dated.
i.iii. The applicant’s entire property and the surrounding property to a distance
sufficient to determine the location of the development in the City, and the
relationship between the proposed development site and adjacent
property and development. The property boundaries, dimensions, and
gross area shall be identified;
ii.iv. Existing topographic contours shown at 2 foot intervals, except that
contours for slopes in excess of 6% may be Identification of slopes
greater than 10 percent and provide topographic contour lines
shown at a five (5) foot minimum interval if over 6 percent;; all
slopes greater than 10 percent shall be identified.
iii.v. The location and width of all public and private streets, drives,
sidewalks, pathways, rights-of-way, and easements on the site and
adjacent to the site;
iv.vi. Potential natural hazard areas, including any areas identified as subject
to a 100-year flood, areas subject to high water table, and areas mapped
by the City, County, or State as having a potential for geologic hazards;
v.vii. Known Rresource areas, including marsh and wetland areas, streams,
wildlife habitat as may be mapped or otherwise identified by the City or any
natural resource regulatory agencies as requiring protection;
vi.viii. Site features, including existing structures, pavement, rock outcroppings,
areas having unique views, and drainage ways, canals, and ditches;
vii.ix. Locally or federally designated historic and cultural resources on the site
and adjacent parcels or lots;
x. The general location, size, and species of any existing trees and other
vegetation that are intended to be protected and incorporated into the
new landscape plantings;
viii.xi. The general location, size, and species of all existing trees and shrubs
meeting the threshold of “significant vegetation as detailed in Section 10-
3C-2B of this title; and, having a caliper (diameter) of 12 inches or
greater at four feet above grade, noting those which of those trees and
shrubs which are intended proposed to be protected and incorporated
into the new landscape plantings;
xii. Location of any existing fire hydrants, connections or valves;
xiii. North arrow and, scale;,
ix.xiv. and Nnames and addresses of all persons listed as owners on the most
recently recorded deed.; and,
x. Name and address of project designer, contact person, engineer,
surveyor, and/or planner, as applicable.
xi.xv. Other information, as determined by P&CDthe City. The City
may require studies or exhibits prepared by qualified
professionals to address specific site features.
b. Proposed site plan. The proposed site plan shall contain include the
following information, as applicable:
i. Name, phone number and e-mail address of project designer, contact
person, engineer, surveyor, and/or planner, as applicable.
ii. Professional Engineer (or Registered Architect) stamp, signed and dated;
iii. The proposed development site, including boundaries, dimensions, and
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gross area;
i.iv. Approximated traffic counts to adjacent roadways during peak hours;.
ii.v. Features identified on the existing site analysis map which are
proposed to remain on the site;.
iii.vi. Features identified on the existing site map, if any, which are proposed
to be removed or modified by the development;;
iv.vii. The location and dimensions of all proposed public and private streets,
drives, rights-of-way, and easements;
v.viii. The location and dimensions of all existing and proposed structures,
utilities, pavement, and other improvements on the site. Plans should
quantify the total area of impervious site improvements ( in square feet
and as a percentage of the entire site). Setback dimensions for all
existing and proposed buildings shall be provided on the site plan;
vi.ix. The location and dimensions of entrances and exits to the site for
vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle access;
x. The location and dimensions of all proposed loading, parking and vehicle
circulation areas (show width of drive aisles, turning radii, parking stall
dimensions, striping for parking stalls, ADA parking stalls, markings and
signage, and wheel stops, as applicable);
vii.xi. Parking stall counts and calculations per Article 10-3D-3;.
xii. Pedestrian and bicycle circulation areas, including sidewalks, internal
pathways, pathway connections to adjacent properties, and any bicycle
lanes or trails per Article 10-3B-3;
xiii. i. Loading and service areas for waste disposal, loading, and delivery;
viii.xiv. Detail of refuse enclosure including gate;.
ix.xv. Outdoor recreation spaces, common areas, plazas, outdoor seating,
street furniture, and similar improvements, as applicable;
x.xvi. Location, type, and height of outdoor lighting;
xi.xvii. Location of mail boxes, if known;
xii.xviii. Location of bicycle parking with number of spaces indicated;.
xiii. Name and address of project designer, if applicable.
xiv.xix. Location of bus stops and other public or private transportation facilities;.
xx. Locations, sizes, and types of proposed signs;
xxi. Location of all proposed fire hydrants, the Fire Department connection and
Post Indicator Valve;
xv.xxii. North arrow and scale; and,.
xxiii. Other information, determined by P&CDthe City. The City may require
studies or exhibits prepared by qualified professionals to address
specific site features (e.g., traffic, noise, environmental features, natural
hazards, etc.), in conformance with this Code.
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c. Landscape plan. A proposed landscape plan is required and shall show
provide the following information, as applicable:
i. Name, phone number and e-mail address of project designer, contact person,
landscape architect, surveyor, and/or planner, as applicable ;
ii. Professional Landscape Architects Stamp, signed and dated;
iii. The location and height of existing and proposed fences and other buffering or
screening materials;
i.iv. Dimensional width of all perimeter landscape buffers per Article 10-3C-3(F);
ii.v. The location of existing and proposed terraces, retaining walls, decks, patios,
shelters, and play areas;
iii.vi. The location, size, and species of the existing-to-remain trees and shrubs to
remain, and proposed new plant materials (at time of planting);
iv.vii. Existing and proposed building, and pavement outlines and landscape
protective curbing;
a. Specifications for soil at time of planting and anticipated planting schedule.
viii. Irrigation system (if plantings are not drought-tolerant, may be automatic or
other approved method of irrigation);
ix. Calculation stating the percentage of landscape area per Article 10-3C-
3(D);
v.x. North arrow and scale; and,
vi.xi. Other information as deemed appropriate by P&CDCity. An arborist’s report
may be required for sites with significant vegetation that is protected under
Article 10-3C of this Code. Per the discretion of P&CDthe City, some projects
may combine site and landscape plans.
d. Architectural drawings. Architectural The proposed architectural drawings shall be
submitted showing:
i. Name and address of architect, project designer, contact person, engineer,
surveyor, and/or planner, as applicable .
ii. Registered Architects Stamp, signed and dated;
i.iii. Building elevations with design detail including windows, window awnings, entries,
projections, pedestrian entrance canopies, change in materials or similar features,
building height and width dimensions;
iv. Building materials, color, and type;
v. Total building footprint square footage and percentage of parcel or lot covered by
buildings and other structures;
vi. Scale and dimensions; and,
ii.vii. Revisions, as recommended in preliminary design review for the project; and,
e. Preliminary gGrading plan. A preliminary proposed grading plan shall be required
prepared by a registered engineer shall be required for developments which would
result in the grading (cut or fill) of 500 cubic yards or greater. Proposed grading plan
shall include a Professional Engineers stamp, signed and dated and the name, phone
and email address of the project designer, contact, and engineer, as applicable. The
preliminary grading plan shall show the location and extent to which grading will take
place, indicating general changes to contour lines, slope ratios, slope stabilization
proposals, and location and height of retaining walls, if proposed. Surface water
detention and treatment plans may also be required, in accordance with Article 10-
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3H.
f. Stormwater management, erosion and sediment control plans. Plans detailing surface
water detention and treatment, stormwater conveyance and disposal, and erosion
and sediment control for projects which could potentially cause significant runoff,
erosion, or water quantity/quality impacts, shall be prepared, stamped and signed by
a Professional Engineer in accordance with the requirements of Article10-3H of this
title, the City of Liberty Lake Engineering Design Standards, and the Spokane
Regional Stormwater Manual, and shall include the name, phone number, e-mail for
the Engineer of Record;
g. Public facility and utility plans. Civil plans shall be prepared, signed and stamped by
a licensed civil engineer, shall contain the contact information of the engineer of
record, and shall detail existing and proposed site utilities and all public facility
improvements as may be required in accordance with the standards detailed in Article
10-3G of this title, and the City of Liberty Lake Engineering Design Standards.
e.h. Sign drawings, if applicable, shall be required provided in conformance with the
City’s Sign Code Article 10- 3E.
f.i. Site Lighting lighting plan and fixture specification sheets in conformance with Section
10-3F-2.
g.j. Copies of all existing and proposed restrictions or covenants.
h.k.Letter or narrative report documenting compliance with the applicable design standards,
revisions made based upon preliminary design review, and the approval criteria contained
in Section 10-4C-3(C) below.
D. Site Plan Approval Criteria:
P&CDSite plan approval shall be required prior to building permit issuance. shall make
written findings with respect to all of the following criteria whenSite plans shall only be
approved if they conform with all of the following criteria: approving, approving with
conditions, or denying an application:
1. The proposed land use is permitted by the underlying zoning district, and
conforms with any special standards as may be associated with that use in the
underlying zone, as detailed in Chapter 2 of this title.
A. The proposed land use is permitted by the underlying zoning district (Chapter 2);
2. The proposed development is generally consistent with adopted
Comprehensive plan goals and policies, and complies with applicable design
provisions of the underlying zoning district, which are intended to protect the
City’s scenic views, provide community cohesion, and enhance the community
image of Liberty Lake.
3. The proposed development is in conformance with specific design standards
detailed in Chapters 2 and 3 of this title, including:
a. building and yard setbacks;
b. lot area and dimensions;
c. residential density;
d. lot coverage;
e. building height;
f. building orientation;
g. architectural design standards; and,
h. other development standards, as detailed in Chapters 3 of this title,
have been met.
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4. Exceptions to paragraph 3, above, shall be permitted when approved as a
Variance in accordance with the procedures and standards detailed in Article 10-
5B.
5. The proposed site plan and building design bring into conformance any existing
development that does not comply with the applicable zoning district standards,
when so required in accordance with the provisions of Article 10-5C - Non-
Conforming Uses and Development.
B. The application complies with the all of the applicable provisions of the underlying
Zoning District (Chapter 2), including: building and yard setbacks, lot area and dimensions,
residential density, lot coverage, building height, building orientation, architecture, and other
special standards as may be required for certain land uses and design or other development
standards are met (Chapters 3);
C. Exceptions to B, above, may be granted only when approved as a Variance (Article 10-
5B).
1.6. All applicable building and fire code standards are met;
7. The development is in conformance with applicable ADA requirements.
8. Civil plans are in substantial conformance with City of Liberty Lake Engineering
Design Standards, or a design deviation has been granted.
9. Stormwater and erosion control measures proposed are consistent with Best
Management Practices.
2.10. The applicant shall be required to upgrade any existing development that does
not comply with the applicable zoning district standards, in conformancewhen
so required in accordance with the provisions of Article 10-5C - Non-
Conforming Uses and Development;
3.11. Conditions required as part of a Land Division (Article 10-4E4D), Conditional
Use Permit (Article 10-4F4H), Specific Area Plan Overlay (Article 10-2M), or
other approval shall be met, unless a modification to conditions of approval has
been sought and approved, in accordance with the provisions of Article 10-4F.
4.12. The application is complete, as determined in accordance with Title 9, Building
Regulations, Article 10-4B, and Section 10-4C-3(B) above, and other
applicable Titles within the City Municipal Code.
13. The approval shall lapse, and a new application shall be required, if a permit has
not been issued within six (6) months of site design review approval, or if an
application for permits is not receivedhas not been issued within 6 months of site
plan approval, unless an extension has been approved as provided for in Section
10-4C-6(C). development of the site is in violation of the approved plan or other
applicable codes, in accordance with Section 10-4C-6, subsection B of this Code.
14. Traffic generated by the development can be managed by existing infrastructure
or mitigated through impact fees or improvements required at the time of
development.
5.15. Utility providers have verified the availability of services necessary to support the
proposed development.
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10-4C-4 Site Design Review Approval CriteriaBuilding Plan Submission & Review
Requirements
A. Submittal Requirements.
1. Commercial, Industrial, Multi-family, Public and Semi Public Institutional Building
Plan Submittal Requirements. Building permit packets shall include electronic
copies of the following:
a. Applications for Building, Grading, Site Improvements, Mechanical,
Plumbing, Signage and Right-of-Way Permits, as applicable;
b. Specification Books with architect’s and/or engineer’s stamps, as applicable;
c. Drainage report with engineer’s stamp;
d. Hazardous material lists;
e. NREC worksheets;
f. Site Analysis Narrative:
i. Proposed land use permitted by underlying zoning district;
ii. Compliance with Development Code provisions; and,
iii. IBC an IFC compliance.
g. Full Plan Set (stamped, signed and dated):
i. Code compliance narrative;
ii. Site parking plan;
iii. Utility plan;
iv. Grading / drainage plan;
v. Erosion & sedimentation control plan;
vi. Landscape plan;
vii. Architectural plans;
viii. Structural plans;
ix. Mechanical plans;
i.x. Plumbing plans;
xi. Electrical plans;
xii. Exterior lighting plan;
xiii. Building fire suppression plans; and,
xiv. Equipment fire suppression plans, as applicable.
h. Special Inspection Form, as applicable;
i. Agreement to Pay Fees Form; and,
j. SEPA Checklist and Fee, as applicable.
2. Residential Building Plan Submittal Requirements: Building permit packets for
residential permits shall include electronic copies of the following:
a. Applications for Building, Mechanical, and Plumbing Permits, as applicable;
b. Residential energy code compliance worksheets;
c. Prescriptive footing calculator worksheets, or engineered/stamped
foundation plans;
d. Confirmation of radon mitigation system installation;
e. Truss drawings;
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f. Floor joist layout and accompanying beam calculations, as applicable;
g. Full Plan Set:
i. Site Plan, to include:
1. Building footprints;
2. Location of driveway;
3. Setback requirements dimensioned;
4. Existing and proposed final site contours, in 2 foot intervals;
and,
5. Location, height and general design of any proposed
retaining walls.
ii. Construction drawings, with code compliance references, as
applicable.
3. Remodel Projects: Building permit packets shall include pdf’s of the following:
a. Applications for Building, Mechanical and Plumbing Permits, as applicable;
and,
b. Full Plan Set (may require Professional stamp as determined by the
Building Official).
B. Building Permit Review. Building plans will be reviewed and processed in accordance with
the provisions of adopted building codes, as referenced in City Code Title 9-1, Building Codes.
C. Water and sewer permits applications shall be submitted directly to the applicable water
and sewer purveyor. Water and sewer permits must be issued by the purveyor prior to building
permit issuance.
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10-4C-5 Bonding and Assurances
A. Performance Bonds. On all projects where project related improvements are required,
the City shall require a bond in an amount not greater than 150% of the private cost as a
condition of development approval in order to guarantee the improvements. The Aapplicant
will be required to provide an independent estimate of improvement costs. Issuance of a
temporary certificate of occupancy for fee simple residential units will not require a bond or
assurance. Payment of a re-inspection and conversion fees will be required.
B. Warranty Bond. Additional bonding or assurance shall be required for all improvements
within the public right-of-way, including landscaping, as well as swales which serve the right-of-
way for a period of 2 years after improvements are completed in an amount equal to 20% of the
construction cost or $10,000, whichever is greater. The P&CD DirectorCity may reduce the
bond amount for projects valued at less than $20,000. The warranty bond must be posted prior
to the release of any performance bonds, in conformance with the City Development Code and
City Street Engineering Standards.
C. Release of Performance Bonds. The bond or assurance shall be released when the
P&CD DirectorCity finds the completed project conforms to the site development approval,
including all conditions of approval.
D. Release of Warranty Bonds. The bond or assurance shall be released after the 2 year
period when the P&CD DirectorCity finds that any noted deficiencies have been repaired or
replaced, in conformance with the City Development Code and City Engineering Street
Standards.
E. Completion of Landscape Installation. Landscaping shall be installed prior to issuance of
occupancy permits, unless security is provided equal to 150% of the private cost of the cost of
the landscaping. Applicant will be required to provide an independent estimate of improvement
costs. as determined by the P&CD DirectorC. or a licensed landscape architect is filed with the
City assuring such installation within six months after occupancy. If the installation of the
landscaping is not completed within the a six-month period, the security may be used by the
City to complete the installation.
10-4C-6 Development in Accordance With Permit Approval
Development shall not commence until the applicant has received all of the appropriate land use
and development approvals, and building permits. Construction of public improvements shall not
commence until the City has approved all required site improvement plans (e.g., utilities, streets,
land dedication, etc.). The City may require the applicant to enter into a development
agreement (e.g., for phased developments and developments with required off-site
improvements), and may require bonding or other assurances for improvements, in accordance
with Section 10-4C-5. Site design review approvals shall be subject to all of the following
standards and limitations:
A. Modifications to Approved Plans and Developments. Minor modifications of an
approved plan or existing development, as defined in Article 10-4F, shall be processed as an
exempt project procedure. Major modifications, as defined in Article 10-4F, shall be processed
as a Type III procedure. For information on procedure types, please refer to Article 10-4B
above. For Modifications approval criteria, please refer to Article 10-4F.
B. Approval Period. Preliminary design review and Site site plan design review approvals
shall be effective for a period of six (6) months from the date of approval. If application for a
building permit for the project s is not completedhas not been submitted within that 6 months
of the preliminary design approval, or a building permit has not been issued within 6 months of
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site plan approval period, tThe those approvals shall lapse, and a new application submission
shall be required, unless an extension has been granted in accordance with the provisions of
paragraph C, below. if a permit has not been issued within six (6) months of site design review
approval, or
if development of the site is in violation of the approved plan or other applicable codes.
C. Extension. The P&CD Director City shall, upon written request by the applicant,
grant an extension of the approval period not to exceed one year; provided that:
1. No changes are made on the original approved site design review plan;
2. The applicant can show intent of initiating construction on the site within the one year
extension period;
3. There have been no changes to the applicable Code provisions on which the approval
was based. If there have been changes to the applicable Code provisions and the
expired plan does not comply with those changes, then the extension shall not be
granted; in this case, a new site design review shall be required; and
4. The applicant demonstrates that failure to submit a building permit application within
6 months of preliminary design approval, or obtain a building permits permit and
substantially begin construction within six (6) months of site design reviewrplan
approval was beyond the applicant’s control.
D. Phased Development. Phasing of development may be approved with the site design
review application, subject to the following standards and procedures:
1. A phasing plan shall be submitted with the site design review application.
2. P&CD The City shall approve a time schedule for developing a site in phases, but
in no case shall the total time period for all phases be greater than ten (10) years
without reapplying for site design review.
3. Approval of a phased site design review proposal requires satisfaction of all of the
following criteria:
a. The public facilities required to serve each phase are constructed in
conjunction with or prior to each phase;
b. The phased development shall not result in requiring the City or other property
owners to construct public facilities that were required as part of the approved
development proposal; and
c. An application for phasing may be approved after site design review approval
as a modification to the approved plan, in accordance with the procedures for
minor modifications (Article 10-4F).
February 6, 2019 City of Liberty Lake Development Code Title 10 - Chapter 4 Page 4-38
City of Liberty Lake
2019 Code Amendment Pipeline
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Street Tree Ordinance H
Food Truck H H
Site Design Review H H
4G/5G Wireless Small Cell H H
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Landscaping Ordinance H H
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PC Hearing: H
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