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15.04.020 Land use classification system.
15.04.030 Table of permitted land uses.
15.04.140 Temporary hardship unit permits.
15.04.150 Standards for mobile/manufactured home parks.
15.04.160 Placement of mobile/manufactured homes in residential districts.
15.04.170 Placement of manufactured modular nonresidential structures.
15.04.200 State Fair Park—Exposition and Special Events Center.
For any particular district, there are some uses that are consistent with the intent and character of the zoning district; some uses that may be consistent if careful site design neutralizes the adverse characteristics of the use or site; and other land uses that, regardless of site design, are not consistent with the intent or character of the district. The purpose of this chapter is to establish the degree to which each land use is permitted in each district and establish the appropriate type of review for each land use in terms of the specific standards and requirements of each district. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
Land uses within each zoning district shall be classified into four principal categories which establish a class of use. The class of use generally corresponds to a type of review that is based on a level of review complexity. However, certain circumstances may alter the type of review due to a higher or lower complexity.
A. Class (1) uses are permitted, provided the district standards are met. The administrative official shall use the procedures in YMC Chapter 15.13 to review Class (1) uses and associated site improvements. Class (1) uses in certain situations may require a Type (2) review, as required by YMC 15.13.020. The procedures in YMC Chapter 15.14 shall be used to review and evaluate Class (1) uses that require a Type (2) review process.
B. Class (2) uses are generally permitted in the district. However, the compatibility between a Class (2) use and the surrounding environment cannot be determined in advance, and occasionally a Class (2) use may be incompatible at a particular location. Therefore, a Type (2) review by the administrative official is required in order to promote compatibility with the intent and character of the district and the policies and development criteria of the Yakima urban area comprehensive plan. The procedures in YMC Chapter 15.14 shall be used to review and evaluate Class (2) uses. In certain circumstances, the administrative official may require that a Class (2) use undergo a Type (3) review, as provided within this title.
C. Class (3) uses are generally not permitted in a particular district, but may be allowed by the hearing examiner after a Type (3) review and public hearing. The hearing examiner may approve, deny, or impose conditions on the proposed land use and site improvements to promote compatibility with the intent and character of the district and the policies and development criteria of the Yakima urban area comprehensive plan. The procedures in YMC Chapter 15.15 shall be used to review and evaluate Class (3) uses or Class (2) uses that have been forwarded to the hearing examiner for review.
D. Uses Not Permitted. Any use listed in Table 4-1 and not classified as either a Class (1), (2), or (3) use in a particular district shall not be permitted in that district. A request for an unclassified use, under YMC 15.04.040, that is denied by the hearing examiner is considered as a use not permitted.
E. Multiple Uses. When two or more uses are proposed for the same project, the entire project shall be subject to the type of review required by the highest classified use, Class (3) uses being higher than Class (2), and Class (2) uses being higher than Class (1).
F. Administrative Official’s Determination of Table of Permitted Land Uses.
1. The administrative official shall be authorized to determine whether a new or expanded use not otherwise identified in Table 4-1, Permitted Land Uses, is consistent with or similar to those already provided for within the table.
2. In the event that an applicant is aggrieved by a verbal determination of the administrative official, the applicant may submit a request for a written determination to the city of Yakima planning division.
3. If the administrative official cannot conclusively determine that a new or expanded use is consistent with or similar to those identified within Table 4-1, the determination may be referred to the hearing examiner for an interpretation as provided for in YMC Ch. 15.22. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 3019 § 12, 1975; Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
Table 4-1 titled “Permitted Land Uses” is incorporated as part of this section. Each permitted land use listed in Table 4-1 is designated a Class (1), (2), or (3) use for a particular zoning district. In addition, some Class (1) uses may require Type (2) review in accordance with YMC 15.04.020. All permitted land uses and associated site improvements are subject to the design standards and review procedures of this title.
Convenience Store—Closed 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Convenience Store—Open 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Repairs: Small Appliances, TVs, Business Machines, Watches, etc.
Railroad Switch Yards, Maintenance and Repair Facilities, etc.
Taxicab Terminals, Maintenance and Dispatching Centers, etc.
* Refers to a definition in YMC Chapter 15.02.
** See YMC 15.09.220 for general development requirements for marijuana uses.
(Ord. 2018-047 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2018: Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2016-018 § 1, 2016; Ord. 2016-008 §§ 3, 4, 2016; Ord. 2015-036 § 2, 2015: Ord. 2015-022 § 3 (Exhs. A, B), 2015; Ord. 2014-030 § 2, 2014; Ord. 2012-34 § 1, 2012; Ord. 2011-52 § 3, 2011: Ord. 2011-12 § 2, 2011: Ord. 2010-16 § 2, 2010: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2005-81 § 2, 2005; Ord. 2002-53 § 3, 2002; Ord. 2001-04 § 6 (Att. B), 2001; Ord. 98-61 § 2, 1998; Ord. 98-59 § 2, 1998; Ord. 95-36 § 2, 1995; Ord. 95-13 §§ 3, 4, 1995; Ord. 93-81 § 16, 1993: Ord. 3016 § 6, 1988; Ord. 3019 § 13, 1987; Ord. 2497 § 1 (part), 1986).
Any use not listed in Table 4-1 is an unclassified use and shall be permitted only in those districts so designated by the hearing examiner. Any unclassified use permitted in a particular zoning district shall be allowed only as a Class (2) or (3) use. The hearing examiner shall follow the provisions of YMC Chapter 15.22 when determining which zoning districts are appropriate for a particular unclassified use. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986).
A. Generally. An accessory use is a use customarily incidental and subordinate to the principal use of a structure or site. Accessory uses are permitted upon compliance with the terms and provisions of this title. They must be clearly secondary to, supportive of, and compatible with the principal use(s) and consistent with the purpose and intent of the zoning district. The land use classification and review requirements of an accessory use shall be the same as that of the principal use(s), unless otherwise specified.
B. On-site hazardous waste treatment and storage is permitted as an accessory use in the SR, B-1, B-2, HB, LCC, CBD, GC, M-1 and M-2 districts, subject to the state siting criteria in the Washington Administrative Code adopted pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 70.105 RCW.
C. Garages. Private garages are permitted as an accessory use; provided, that in residential districts they are primarily used to store motor vehicles by the occupants of the residence.
7. The other provisions of the YMC for animals are followed.
E. Agricultural Buildings. Where permitted, an agricultural building shall not be used for human habitation, processing, treating or packaging of agricultural products, nor shall it be a place used by the public.
1. Not Permitted. Cargo containers shall not be used for storage or other use within the residential, B-1, or B-2 zoning districts for more than two consecutive weeks at a time.
2. Permitted. Cargo containers and/or semi-truck trailers are allowed as an accessory use to a permitted business in the SCC, LCC, AS, GC, RD, M-1 and M-2 zoning districts.
a. Provided, all refrigerated cargo containers or semi-truck trailers that are not located within a designated loading dock or loading bay shall be located no less than fifty feet from any existing residential zoning district.
G. Community Gardens. Community gardens (accessory to an approved principal use) are considered an accessory use to a principal use in all zoning districts; provided, the garden is clearly secondary to, supportive of, and compatible with the principal use with regard to size and use. The land use classification and review requirements of an accessory community garden shall follow the Type (1) review requirements of YMC 15.13, and shall otherwise comply with all other provisions of the Yakima Municipal Code, and International Fire and Building Codes. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2015-036 § 3, 2015: Ord. 2014-030 § 3, 2014; Ord. 2011-52 § 4, 2011: Ord. 2010-16 § 4, 2010: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 93-81 § 17, 1993: Ord. 3106 § 7, 1988: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986. Formerly 15.04.050).
A. Purpose. Overlay standards and criteria are established to coordinate the provisions established in the zoning ordinance with more detailed policies and standards adopted in other plans and ordinances for the Yakima River greenway overlay, institutional overlay, floodplain overlay, airport safety overlay, and master planned development overlay are established separately as provided by YMC Ch. 15.09, and are expressly exempted from the provisions of this section. All overlays are specifically governed by other sections.
1. All Class (1) uses in the greenway overlay unless otherwise specified shall be subject to Type (2) review (YMC Chapter 15.14).
2. All Class (2) uses shall be subject to Type (2) review and Class (3) uses in the greenway overlay shall be subject to Type (3) review.
C. Specific Development Standards for Overlays. See YMC 15.09.020. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008).
2. Financial institutions or properties that do not abut residential zones.
B. Purpose. Such review is required in recognition of the potential impacts of drive-through uses on adjoining residential uses and the transportation system.
C. Elements of Review. Review is intended to modify or mitigate negative impacts upon adjoining residential uses and the transportation system. The review of a drive-through facility shall include consideration of impacts from the following: noise from the drive-through speaker and/or car radio, glare from vehicle headlights and exterior lighting fixtures, fumes to residential uses, and impacts to transportation traffic flow and carrying capacity of the arterial street system. The proposed site will require an on-site interior parking circulation plan as defined by YMC 15.06.030 and 15.06.080.
D. Definition. For purposes of this section, “drive-through” facilities means a window or station for providing service to customers who remain in their vehicle to conduct a business transaction, excluding gas stations and car washes. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 93-81 § 18, 1993. Formerly 15.04.055).
2. Each yard sale shall not exceed three days in duration. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986. Formerly 15.04.060).
Caretaker dwellings or shelters for the occupancy of guards, watchmen, or caretakers are permitted as accessory uses in the GC, M-1 and M-2 districts. Caretaker dwellings or shelters are also permitted in the B-2, SCC, LCC and CBD districts when the dwelling is located within the structure used for the principal use. No other dwelling unit(s) or shelter(s) shall be allowed on the same parcel. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 3019 § 14, 1987: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986. Formerly 15.04.070).
Swimming pools are permitted as an accessory use to: dwellings, hotels/motels, boardinghouses, retirement homes, and other residential uses, schools, and recreational facilities when all of the provisions of YMC 15.05.020(K) are met. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986. Formerly 15.04.080).
3. Promote the efficient use of public services and facilities by assuring these services are provided to the residential population for which they were planned and constructed, rather than commercial uses.
B. Table of Permitted Home Occupations. Table 4-2 titled “Table of Permitted Home Occupations” is incorporated as a part of this section. Each permitted home occupation listed in Table 4-2 is designated as a Class (1), (2) or (3) use for a particular residential zoning district. All permitted home occupations are subject to the standards of this title, including the specific conditions of subsection C of this section and the applicable review procedures of YMC Chapters 15.13, 15.14 and 15.15. Specific uses not permitted as home occupations are listed in subsection G of this section.
* Refers to definition in YMC Chapter 15.02.
13. All stock in trade kept for sale on the premises is produced on site by hand without the use of automated or production line equipment.
In granting approval for a home occupation, the reviewing official may attach additional conditions to ensure the home occupation will be in harmony with, and not detrimental to, the character of the residential neighborhood. Any home occupation authorized under the provisions of this title shall be open to inspection and review at all reasonable times by the building and enforcement official for purposes of verifying compliance with the conditions of approval and other provisions of this title.
1. All equipment, materials, or goods shall be stored completely within the space designated for home occupation activities and not visible from the public right-of-way.
2. Only those materials or goods that are utilized or produced in connection with the home occupation may be stored within the dwelling unit or accessory building.
3. All flammable or combustible compounds, products, or materials shall be maintained and utilized in compliance with fire code.
4. The frequency of home deliveries should be comparable to that of a single-family home without a home occupation associated with the residence.
5. A home occupation permit application (including a site plan) shall be supplied to and approved by the city of Yakima planning division prior to operation of any home occupation.
E. Nameplates. Only one nameplate shall be allowed. It may display the name of the occupant and/or the name of the home occupation (e.g., John Jones, Accountant). The nameplate shall be attached to the dwelling, but shall not exceed two square feet in area or be illuminated.
F. Application Fee and Review Period. Application for a home occupation shall be made in accordance with the provisions of YMC Chapter 15.11, except as noted, and shall be accompanied by the appropriate filing fee. The administrative official may waive part or all of the requirements for a site plan for Class (1) home occupations.
G. Unclassified Home Occupation—Review by the Hearing Examiner. Home occupations not listed in Table 4-2 shall be reviewed by the hearing examiner in accordance with the provisions of YMC Chapter 15.22; provided, any unclassified home occupation permitted after review and decision by the hearing examiner in a particular district shall be allowed only as a Class (2) or (3) use.
13. Firearm sales and/or gunsmith.
I. Denial of Application for a Home Occupation. An application for a home occupation shall be denied if the administrative official finds that either the application or record fail to establish compliance with the provisions of this chapter. When any application is denied, the administrative officer shall state the specific reasons and cite the specific provisions and sections of this title on which the denial is based.
J. Parking. The administrative official shall determine parking requirements for home occupations, as provided by YMC 15.06.040(B). This determination may be guided by, but not restricted by, the standards of YMC Chapter 15.06. (Ord. 2018-047 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2018: Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2015-036 § 4, 2015: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 93-81 § 19, 1993: Ord. 3245 § 6, 1990; Ord. 3019 §§ 15—17, 1987; Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986. Formerly 15.04.090).
Temporary use permits may be issued by the administrative official for temporary structures and associated site improvements used for the storage of equipment, or supervisory offices in connection with major construction projects; provided, that such temporary structures and associated site improvements may not be maintained for more than one year. The administrative official may extend this period for one additional year.
A site plan showing the location, size and type of structure is required to be submitted at the time of application for a temporary use permit. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986. Formerly 15.04.100).
6. No rent, fee, payment or charge in lieu thereof may be made between the recipient and providers of special care for use of the temporary hardship unit.
B. Only one temporary hardship unit shall be permitted on a parcel.
C. Temporary hardship unit permits shall be subject to annual renewal, at which time the building official/planning division shall review and certify the justification for continuation of the use, or terminate the permit. The temporary hardship unit shall be removed within ninety days from termination of the use or revocation of the permit. The responsibility for applying for and obtaining an extension of the temporary use permit shall be solely that of the permit holder. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 3019 § 18, 1987: Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986. Formerly 15.04.110).
A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to establish standards and criteria for development and expansion of mobile/manufactured home parks within the urban area. These standards are provided to ensure uniform, coordinated development of mobile/manufactured home parks and to ensure the general health, welfare and safety of the occupants of mobile/manufactured homes that may be located within a park developed under these standards. These standards shall be applied in a manner that stresses minimizing costs. Alternatives that reduce costs and meet the intent of these standards will be encouraged.
8. All facilities, utilities, improvements and amenities shall be shown on the site plan, including pathways, sidewalks, and recreational facilities.
C. Development Standards. All mobile/manufactured home parks shall be developed in compliance with the underlying zoning district and shall be in compliance with this section. The density of a park or park expansion shall not exceed the density of the underlying zoning of the district. All required site improvements shall be installed prior to placement of units in the park. Additional site improvements may be required by the reviewing official.
a. Provision of Recreational Areas. Space size requirements of the underlying district may be reduced by a maximum of ten percent with the provision of a developed recreational area for use by the residents. The area shall be suitable for active recreation and shall consist of a minimum of ten percent of the park area.
b. Provision of Sidewalks. Space size requirements of the underlying district may be reduced by a maximum of ten percent with the provision of sidewalks a minimum of four feet in width, serving at least one side of each street and all recreational areas.
c. Provision of Curbs, Gutters and Sidewalks. Space size requirements of the underlying district may be reduced by a maximum of ten percent with the provision of curbs, gutters and sidewalks on both sides of the street.
d. Cumulative Space Size Reduction. Space size may be reduced up to twenty percent with the provision of any combination of items in subsections (C)(1)(a) through (c) of this section.
2. Internal Street Paving. A minimum of twenty-four feet of paved internal street shall be required for access to each unit, paved in accordance with YMC 15.06.110.
3. Off-Street Parking. Two paved off-street parking spaces shall be provided for each unit in accordance with this title, YMC Chapter 15.06.
4. Street Lighting. A street light shall be provided at each street intersection within the park.
5. Right-of-Way Dedication and Frontage Improvements. Appropriate provisions for right-of-way dedication and right-of-way improvements adjacent to the park shall be made, including street paving, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and street lighting. Improvements shall be installed prior to placement of units in the park, unless an appropriate bond or instrument acceptable to the appropriate jurisdiction is provided to guarantee installation of improvements.
6. Street Signs and Internal Directional Signs. All streets within the park shall be named utilizing blue street signs consistent with the appropriate jurisdiction’s public street signs. Internal directional signs indicating unit/space numbers shall be placed at all street intersections within the park.
7. Utilities. All utilities shall be installed prior to placement of units in the park, including irrigation, domestic water, and sewer. All utilities shall be installed underground, including electrical distribution, telephone, and cable TV. The internal water system shall include fire hydrants located at the direction of the appropriate jurisdiction’s fire department.
8. Minimum Unit Separation. Units shall be separated by a minimum of ten feet, measured from the furthest extremity of each unit, including stairways.
9. Perimeter Sitescreening and Landscaping. The perimeter of a park shall be sitescreened with a six-foot-high, view-obscuring fence and shall include at a minimum a ten-foot-wide landscape strip adjacent to the fence and within the park consisting of a combination of shrubs, trees and groundcover.
10. Stormwater Drainage. All stormwater drainage shall be retained on site and a drainage plan shall be approved by the appropriate jurisdiction.
11. Dumpsters/Solid Waste Containers. Dumpsters and solid waste containers shall be provided for common use, and shall be screened with a six-foot-high, view-obscuring fence or wall and access gate.
12. Play Area Requirement. Each unit shall provide a play area for children contained within the unit’s space, consisting of a minimum size of six hundred square feet and a minimum width of fifteen feet.
D. Expansion of Existing Mobile/Manufactured Home Parks. All standards of this section shall apply to expansion of existing mobile home parks. The standards shall not apply to existing areas of a park not being expanded. The examiner may, at his or her discretion, reduce one or more standards of this section for newly expanded areas of a park if expansion plans also include improvements to the existing park area.
E. Maintenance of Common Areas, Landscaping and Open Space/Recreational Areas. All common areas and facilities (including streets, walkways, utilities, landscaping, storage areas, open space, and recreational areas) shall be continuously maintained in good condition by the park owner or designated homeowner’s association. An irrigation system shall be installed for maintenance of landscaping and recreational/open space areas that would normally require irrigation.
F. Planned Development Under the Provisions of This Title. Development of a mobile/manufactured home park may be accomplished under the planned development provisions of this title. (See YMC Chapter 15.28.) (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 98-62 § 1, 1998. Formerly 15.04.115).
A. Purpose. The provisions established herein are intended to assure that the siting of manufactured homes is harmonious with the surrounding residential uses and preserves the general character and integrity of the neighborhood.
B. Table of Review Requirements for Mobile/Manufactured Homes. Table 4-3 titled “Review Requirements for Mobile/Manufactured Homes Previously Titled” is incorporated as a part of this section. The table indicates in which residential districts mobile/manufactured homes may be permitted as a Class (1), (2) or (3) use. All manufactured homes on individual lots are subject to the specific conditions of subsection C of this section and the applicable review procedures of YMC Chapters 15.13, 15.14 and 15.15.
1. Roof Slope. Roof slope shall be not less than a two-foot rise for each twelve feet of horizontal run.
2. Roofing Materials. Roofing materials shall be compatible in appearance with surrounding site-built homes.
3. Siding Materials. Siding materials shall be wood, masonite, or other material compatible with surrounding site-built homes.
4. Pit Set. Manufactured homes shall be “pit set” with first floor elevation no more than twelve inches above finished grade. The pit shall be of sufficient depth to accommodate eighteen inches’ clearance below the frame of the unit with crawlspace access located near utility connections. The foundation shall be installed in compliance with the requirements of the Washington Administrative Code. Skirting or side walls shall be installed around the perimeter and the tongue and axle shall be removed.
D. Replacement of a Nonconforming Mobile Home on an Individual Lot with Another Mobile Home or Manufactured Home.
1. Type (1) review shall be used to replace a nonconforming mobile home with another mobile home that is newer and the same size.
2. Type (1) review shall also be used to replace a nonconforming mobile home with a manufactured home.
3. Type (3) review shall be used to replace a nonconforming mobile home with another mobile home that is a larger size. A nonconforming mobile home cannot be replaced with an older mobile home.
a. The replacement mobile home shall meet all Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) improvement criteria before the mobile home can be moved to the replacement location site, which is limited to an existing manufactured home park.
b. Verification provided to the appropriate jurisdiction of said improvements and inspections by L&I shall be provided before said replacement.
E. Replacement of an Existing or Approved Manufactured Home on an Individual Lot with Another Manufactured Home. Type (1) review shall be used to replace an existing or approved manufactured home with another manufactured home that is newer and the same size or larger. The modification provisions of YMC Chapter 15.17 shall be used to replace a manufactured home with another manufactured home that is smaller.
5. Meets all other requirements for a designated manufactured home as defined in RCW 35.63.160.
(Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2010-16 § 5, 2010: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2005-29 § 1, 2005; Ord. 95-13 § 5, 1995; Ord. 93-81 §§ 20, 21, 1993: Ord. 3106 §§ 8—10, 1988; Ord. 3019 §§ 19, 20, 1987; Ord. 2947 § 1 (part), 1986. Formerly 15.04.120).
A. Purpose. To assure public safety and compatibility with the general character and integrity of the district.
B. Standards. Modular, nonresidential structures are permitted in all districts, subject to compliance with other standards of the district.
C. Definition. A modular nonresidential structure manufactured with the intent of being transported to a fixed site and built in accordance with the building code as adopted by the appropriate jurisdiction. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 93-81 § 22, 1993. Formerly 15.04.125).
In zones where allowed, no social card room shall be permitted within five hundred feet of any public school, private school (meeting the requirements for private schools under RCW Title 28A), church, or park, as measured according to RCW 66.24.010(9) or as the same may be hereafter amended. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008).
A. Purpose. To establish permitted uses and special development standards for the very unique fixed campus of uses and activities of the Central Washington Fairgrounds, hereafter known as the State Fair Park—Exposition and Special Events Center. This section is intended to provide regulatory guidance that will ensure production integrity and economic performance of existing uses and continued development of the campus. The State Fair Park produces and hosts activities in multi-use facilities established specifically to address the unique market response, operations and sustainable economic performance requirements of the exposition and special events industry, which include: production and operational requirements of the annual Central Washington State Fair and nonfair events and use activities; a broad array of land uses and the overall mix of types of uses found to be consistent with the state statutory authorizations for agricultural fairs (RCW Chapter 15.76) and county fairs (RCW Chapter 36.37); in addition to those uses allowed in the general commercial (GC) zoning district.
B. Special Definitions. The area of land currently occupied by the Central Washington State Fair, now named “State Fair Park,” is a unique fixed campus dedicated to providing a special venue for community use, commercial use, trade shows and exposition uses, special event uses, destination attraction uses, permitted uses and similar events. The following special definitions describe broad categories of uses, events and activities allowed within the campus. Each special definition is followed by a representative list of examples to illustrate a range of allowable uses that the campus site might host. The lists are not all-inclusive; new uses and activities determined to be consistent with these special definitions may be added/included through the similar use, use interpretation and unclassified use review processes of this chapter as they are identified.
1. Community uses, events, or activities serve local or area community, social, cultural and service organizations, and local, state and federal agencies. The activities are “nonrevenue generating,” meaning that the event may pay a use fee, but does not facilitate commercial product sales or services where revenues are for profit or financial gain of an individual, corporation or privately held organization. Those entities that generally qualify for community event status are local and area civic groups, service clubs, nonprofit associations, schools and universities, county and city government and other organizations that promote socio-economic well-being, serve a particular class of people, promote quality of life and respond to the safety and welfare of the general public.
2. Commercial uses, events or activities include revenue-producing activities when the purpose of the organizer or promoter is to facilitate services or wholesale and retail sales activity, generating revenues for profit or to stimulate market activity creating sales beyond the actual event. Such organizations may include “nonprofit corporations,” for-profit organizations and industry associations that represent a particular product, service, special interest or commercial enterprise that attract general audiences, manufacturers, distributors, buyers or sellers and patrons.
5. Destination attraction events, uses and activities draw upon resident and visitor population markets, extol leisure and commercial recreation activities and are typically revenue-based enterprises. Destination attractions may include amusement parks, family entertainment centers with special attractions including water features, major rides, cultural entertainment and virtual reality attractions. Destination activities may also include a mix of themed enterprise activities. Other destination attractions may include specialty retail shopping, entertainment center, hospitality, commercial recreation centers, health and fitness facilities and other permanent and temporary structures designed and developed to support destination activities.
1. Existing uses of the State Fair Park campus shall be considered Class (1) uses.
2. Uses identified in subsection B of this section, Special Definitions, or uses determined by the administrative official to be consistent with, and similar to, those special definitions uses as may be determined in accordance with YMC 15.22.050(D)(3) shall be considered Class (1) uses.
3. Uses in Table 4-1 of the GC district, not otherwise listed in subsection B of this section, Special Definitions, shall be allowed according to the type of review indicated.
4. YMC 15.22.050(D)(1), Use interpretations, decisions by the hearing examiner.
D. Annexation—State Fair Park. The annexation of the State Fair Park into the city of Yakima shall not alter any lease agreement by and between Yakima County as lessor and the Central Washington State Fair Association as lessee, or any powers or responsibilities of Yakima County or its lessee relative to the Central Washington State Fair or other activities at the State Fair Park that are subject to the provisions of Chapter 15.76 or 36.37 RCW or other state law. Any future proposed amendments to the Yakima urban area zoning ordinance that would or may affect the operations of the State Fair Park shall be processed in accordance with the ordinary course of administering proposed ordinance amendments. (Ord. 2016-029 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2016: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 2005-81 § 3, 2005. Formerly 15.04.135).

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