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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Title 17C
Chapter 17C.111
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Title 17C Land Use Standards

Chapter 17C.111 Residential Zones

Section 17C.111.305 Landscaping
  1. Purpose.

The standards for landscaped areas are intended to enhance the overall appearance of residential developments. Landscaping improves the residential characteristics of the area, breaks up large expanses of paved areas and structures, provides privacy for residents, and provides separation from streets. Landscaped areas also reduce stormwater run-off by providing a pervious surface.

  1. Landscaping Implementation.
  1. Fifty percent of the area between the front lot line and the front building line must be planted with living ground cover or landscaped to the L3 standard, per SMC 17C.200.030 and 17C.200.040. A patio or porch may be included in the calculation of ground cover area. (R)
  1. The front landscaped area may be counted towards required outdoor areas, pursuant to Section 17C.111.310. (R)
  1. Landscaping is encouraged to follow the Spokanescape guidelines for design, soil and compost, drip irrigation, planting & mulch, raised beds, maintenance, and plant list. (C)
  1. Use of landscape structures such as trellises, raised beds and fencing to unify the overall site design is encouraged. (C)

Date Passed: Monday, November 20, 2023

Effective Date: Monday, January 1, 2024

ORD C36459 Section 16

Section 17C.111.305 Landscaping
  1. Purpose.

The standards for landscaped areas are intended to enhance the overall appearance of residential developments. Landscaping improves the residential characteristics of the area, breaks up large expanses of paved areas and structures, provides privacy for residents, and provides separation from streets. Landscaped areas also reduce stormwater run-off by providing a pervious surface.

  1. Landscaping Implementation.
  1. Fifty percent of the area between the front lot line and the front building line must be planted with living ground cover or landscaped to the L3 standard, per SMC 17C.200.030 and 17C.200.040. A patio or porch may be included in the calculation of ground cover area. (R)
  1. The front landscaped area may be counted towards required outdoor areas, pursuant to Section 17C.111.310. (R)
  1. Landscaping is encouraged to follow the Spokanescape guidelines for design, soil and compost, drip irrigation, planting & mulch, raised beds, maintenance, and plant list. (C)
  1. Use of landscape structures such as trellises, raised beds and fencing to unify the overall site design is encouraged. (C)

Date Passed: Monday, November 20, 2023

Effective Date: Monday, January 1, 2024

ORD C36459 Section 16