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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.250
Section 17C.250.010
 

Title 17C Land Use Standards

Chapter 17C.250 Tall Building Standards

Section 17C.250.010 Purpose of Tall Building Standards

  1. The purpose of this chapter is to ensure that tall buildings and structures contribute to a visually interesting skyline and an enhanced pedestrian experience from the ground level, streets and other public spaces. These standards are applicable to structures in all zoning districts except the downtown zones.
     
  2. This chapter includes design guidelines that follow the design standards administration process found in chapter 17C.120 SMC, Commercial Zones.

Date Passed: Monday, December 14, 2009

Effective Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Ordinance C34530 Section 19