Legislation Passed October 17, 2017

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1 Legislation Passed October 1, 01 The Tacoma City Council, at its regular City Council meeting of October 1, 01, adopted the following resolutions and/or ordinances. The summary of the contents of said resolutions and/or ordinances are shown below. To view the full text of the document, click on the bookmark at the left of the page. Resolution No. A resolution setting Tuesday, October 1, 01, at approximately :1 p.m., as the date for a public hearing by the City Council on the proposed Emergency Medical Services and Ad Valorem tax levies for 0. [Katie Johnston, Budget Manager; Andy Cherullo, Director, Finance] Resolution No. A resolution amending the Hearing Examiner s Rules of Procedure for Hearings to conform with current administrative practice and changes in controlling law. [Jeff H. Capell, Hearing Examiner] Resolution No. A resolution authorizing the execution of a Multi-Family Housing Eight-Year Limited Property Tax Exemption Agreement with North America Asset Management Group, LLC, for the development of multi-family market-rate rental housing units, located at South rd Street and Jefferson Avenue in the Downtown Mixed-Use Center. [Debbie Bingham, Economic Development Specialist; Ricardo Noguera, Director, Community and Economic Development] Ordinance No. An ordinance amending Chapters 1. and 1.1 of the Municipal Code, relating to the pay and compensation of the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and Council Members, in compliance with Section. of the City Charter and state law. [Kari Louie, Benefits Manager; Gary Buchanan, Director, Human Resources] Amended Ordinance No. 0 An ordinance retaining and modifying the Emergency Temporary Shelters Interim Regulations, by including temporary amendments to Chapter 1.0 of the Municipal Code, to provide more flexibility for religious and non-profit organizations to host temporary shelters; and extending the duration for six months, effective through April 1, 0. [Brian Boudet, Planning Manager; Peter Huffman, Director, Planning and Development Services]

2 Req. #1- RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION relating to revenue sources; setting October 1, 01, as the date for a public hearing on the proposed Emergency Medical Services ( EMS ) tax levy for 0 and the proposed Ad Valorem tax levy for 0. WHEREAS RCW.. requires that a taxing district, other than the state, that collects regular levies shall hold a public hearing on revenue sources for the district s following year s current expenses budget, and WHEREAS the hearing must include consideration of possible increases in property tax revenues and shall be held prior to the time the taxing district levies the taxes or makes the request to have the taxes levied; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TACOMA: Section 1. That the hearing required by RCW.., for the purpose of setting the proposed Emergency Medical Services ( EMS ) tax levy for 0 and the proposed Ad Valorem tax levy for 0, shall commence on October 1, 01, at approximately :1 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, First Floor, Tacoma Municipal Building, Market Street, Tacoma, Washington. Section. That the Clerk of the City of Tacoma shall give proper notice of the time and place of said hearing. Adopted 1 Attest: City Clerk Approved as to form: Deputy City Attorney Res1-.doc-DEC/bn Mayor -1-

3 Req. #1-0 RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION relating to the Hearing Examiner; amending the Hearing Examiner s Rules of Procedure for Hearings to conform with current administrative practice and changes in controlling law. WHEREAS the Hearing Examiner s Rules of Procedure for Hearings ( Rules ), together with Tacoma Municipal Code Chapter 1., govern most aspects of the work the Hearing Examiner performs for the City in conducting administrative hearings, and WHEREAS the Rules were last amended and adopted in 000, pursuant to Resolution No., and WHEREAS it is necessary to update the Rules to conform with current administrative practice and changes in controlling law; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TACOMA: That the proposed amendments to the Hearing Examiner s Rules of Procedure for Hearings, as set forth in the document on file in the office of the City Clerk, are hereby approved. Adopted 0 1 Attest: City Clerk Approved as to form: City Attorney Res1-0.doc-BF/ak Mayor -1-

4 Req. #1-01 RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION relating to the multi-family property tax exemption program; authorizing the execution of a Multi-Family Housing Eight-Year Limited Property Tax Exemption Agreement with North America Asset Management Group, LLC, for the development of multi-family market-rate rental housing units to be located at South rd Street and Jefferson Avenue in the Downtown Mixed-Use Center. WHEREAS the City has, pursuant to chapter.1 of the Revised Code of Washington, designated several Residential Target Areas for the allowance of a limited property tax exemption for new multi-family residential housing, and WHEREAS the City has, through Ordinance No., enacted a program whereby property owners in Residential Target Areas may qualify for a Final Certificate of Tax Exemption which certifies to the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer that the owner is eligible to receive a limited property tax exemption, and WHEREAS North America Asset Management Group, LLC ( NAAMG ), is proposing to develop market-rate rental units to consist of 1 studio units of 0 square feet, and renting for $ to $ per month; one-bedroom, one-bath units ranging in size from 0-0 square feet, and renting for $1,00 to $1,0 per month; two-bedroom, one-bath units ranging in size from 0-0 square feet, and renting for $1,0-$,000 per month; 1 on-site residential parking stalls; and,1 square feet of retail space, with parking spaces for the retail portion, and WHEREAS the Director of Community and Economic Development has reviewed the proposed property tax exemption and recommends that a conditional Res1-01.doc-DEC/ak -1-

5 property tax exemption be awarded for the property located at South rd Street and Jefferson Avenue, as more particularly described in the attached Exhibit A ; Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TACOMA: Section 1. That the City Council does hereby approve and authorize a conditional property tax exemption, for a period of eight years, to North America Asset Management Group, LLC ( NAAMG ), for the property located at South rd Street and Jefferson Avenue in the Downtown Mixed-Use Center, as more particularly described in the attached Exhibit A. Section. That the proper officers of the City are authorized to execute a Multi-Family Housing Eight-Year Limited Property Tax Exemption Agreement with NAAMG, said document to be substantially in the form of the proposed agreement on file in the office of the City Clerk. Adopted Attest: City Clerk Approved as to form: Deputy City Attorney Mayor Legal description approved: Chief Surveyor Public Works Department Res1-01.doc-DEC/ak --

6 EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION Tax Parcels: , 0100, 0101, 010, 010 & 010 Legal Description: That portion of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section, Township 0 North, Range 0 East of the Willamette Meridian, more particularly described as follows: Lots 1 through, inclusive, Block 1, Amended Plat of Smith & Denton s Addition to New Tacoma, W.T., according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume of Plats, Page, in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Together with that portion of vacated alley abutting, as described in Ordinance No. 0, recorded under recording number 00001, records of Pierce County Auditor. Situate in the City of Tacoma, County of Pierce, State of Washington. Tax Parcels: 0000, 0000, 0000, 0000, 0000 & 0001 Legal Description: That portion of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section, Township 0 North, Range 0 East of the Willamette Meridian, more particularly described as follows: Lots through 1, inclusive of Replat of Spinning s Addition to New Tacoma and Block, Amendatory Map of Smith & Denton s Addition to New Tacoma, W.T., according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume of Plats, Page 1 in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Together with that portion of vacated alley abutting, as described in Ordinance No. 0, recorded under recording number 00001, records of Pierce County Auditor. Situate in the City of Tacoma, County of Pierce, State of Washington. Res1-01.doc-DEC/ak --

7 Req. #1-0 ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE relating to pay and compensation; amending Chapters 1. and 1.1 of the Tacoma Municipal Code to align the process for setting rates of pay and compensation for the positions of Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and Council Members with Section. of the Tacoma City Charter and state law; and declaring the effective dates thereof. WHEREAS, pursuant to Section. of the Tacoma City Charter, the Citizen s Commission on Elected Salaries ( Commission ) sets the salary and compensation for the positions of Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and Council Member, and its decisions must be implemented without modification, and WHEREAS the Commission s September 1, 01, decision, presented to the City Council on September 1, 01, eliminated the annual. percent increase in salaries for City elected officials, effective January 1, 0, and WHEREAS a subsequent decision made by the Commission at its August, 01, meeting, filed with the City Clerk s Office on August, 01, set the annual salaries for the following elected officials, effective January 1, 0: the position of Mayor will decrease from $1, to $0,000; the position of Deputy Mayor will decrease from $0, to $0,000; and the position of Council Member will decrease from $,0 to $,000, and WHEREAS these adjustments will not apply to incumbents until their next term of office, and will affect the positions of Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and Council Member elected in 01 and thereafter; Now Therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF TACOMA: Section 1. That Chapter 1. of the Tacoma Municipal Code ( TMC ) is hereby amended as set forth in the attached Exhibit A. Ord1-0.doc-CAC/bn -1-

8 1 Section. That Chapter 1.1 of the TMC is hereby amended as set forth in the attached Exhibit B. Section. That the effective date for Sections 1 and shall be January 1, 0. Passed Attest: City Clerk Approved as to form: Deputy City Attorney Mayor Ord1-0.doc-CAC/bn --

9 1 * * * EXHIBIT A Chapter 1. MAYOR Salary of the Deputy Mayor. In accordance with the Tacoma City Charter, Section., and state law, the Citizen Commission on Elected Salaries shall determine the compensation for the position of Deputy Mayor, for the carrying on and performance of the functions of the office, which shall be adopted by the City Council. The Deputy Mayor shall have the option of participating in the City s medical, dental, and vision benefits, prorated on the same terms as part-time (0%) City employees. A. Base compensation. Council members elected in 1 and thereafter, who shall then be elected by the City Council as Deputy Mayor, shall receive the sum of $, annually, as adjusted pursuant to subsection B below, which shall be payable in biweekly increments, as compensation for the carrying on and performance of the functions of the said office of Deputy Mayor, which shall include compensation as a Council member. B. Annual adjustment. Commencing January 1 of the first year following implementation of the $, base compensation, and thereafter on the first day of January of each successive year, the compensation paid the Deputy Mayor shall be automatically adjusted by an amount equal to. percent of the Deputy Mayor s annual compensation for the preceding year. * * * Salary of Mayor. In accordance with the Tacoma City Charter, Section., and state law, the Citizen Commission on Elected Salaries shall determine the compensation for the position of Mayor, for the carrying on and performance of the functions of the office, which shall be adopted by the City Council. The Mayor shall have the option of participating in the City s benefits on the same terms as full-time (0%) City employees. A. Base compensation. Mayors elected in 1 and thereafter shall receive as compensation for the carrying on and performance of the functions of the said office of Mayor, which shall include compensation as a Council member, and shall be payable in biweekly increments, the sum of $, annually, as adjusted pursuant to Subsection B below, and further, that the Mayor shall be entitled to receive all employee benefits to the same extent and under the same conditions as full-time City employees. B. Annual adjustment. Commencing January 1, 001, and thereafter on the first day of January of each successive year, the compensation paid the Mayor shall be automatically adjusted by an amount equal to. percent of the Mayor s annual compensation for the preceding year. * * * Ord1-0.doc-CAC/bn --

10 1 * * * EXHIBIT B Chapter 1.1 SALARY OF COUNCIL MEMBERS Salary of Council member. In accordance with the Tacoma City Charter, Section., and state law, the Citizen Commission on Elected Salaries shall determine the compensation for the position of Council Member, for the carrying on and performance of the functions of the office, which shall be adopted by the City Council. The Council Member shall have the option of participating in the City s medical, dental, and vision benefits, prorated on the same terms as part-time (0%) City employees. A. Base compensation. Each Council member of the City of Tacoma shall receive as compensation for the carrying on and performance of the functions of said office of Council member the sum of $,000 annually; provided, that for all Council members elected in 1 and thereafter, each such Council member shall receive as compensation for the carrying on and performance of the functions of said office of Council member the sum of $,000, annually, as adjusted pursuant to subsection B below, and further, that Council members shall, at their option, be eligible to participate in the City s medical and dental program on the same terms as part-time (0%) City employees. B. Annual adjustment. Commencing January 1, 001, and thereafter on the first day of January of each successive year, the base compensation paid a Council member shall be automatically adjusted by an amount equal to. percent of the Council member s annual compensation for the preceding year. * * * Ord1-0.doc-CAC/bn --

11 Req. #1-0 Exhibit A amended //01 ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE relating to zoning and land use controls; retaining and modifying the Emergency Temporary Shelters Interim Regulations, as enacted pursuant to Ordinance No., passed on June, 01; modifying the interim regulations by including temporary amendments to Tacoma Municipal Code 1.0..B., to provide more flexibility for religious and non-profit organizations to host temporary shelters; and extending the duration of the interim regulations for six months, effective through April 1, 0. WHEREAS, on May, 01, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 1, directing the City Manager to prepare an Emergency Temporary Aid and Shelter Program in response to the current homelessness crisis, and WHEREAS, on May, 01, the City Council passed Ordinance No. 0, declaring a State of Public Health Emergency, effective through October, 01, and WHEREAS, also on May, 01, the City Manager developed the threephase Emergency Aid and Sheltering Program ( Program ) and immediately began implementation of the Program, and WHEREAS, on June, 01, the City Council passed Ordinance No., enacting interim zoning and land use controls as an emergency measure, effective through November 1, 01, to permit the City to site temporary emergency shelters in response to the declared public emergency, and WHEREAS, while the three-phase Program has been effective, the homelessness crisis continues to exist, and in response, the City Council has determined that the State of Public Health Emergency shall be sustained, and Ord1-0amend.doc-SIV/bn -1-

12 WHEREAS the City Council recognizes the need to modify and renew the Interim Regulations prior to their expiration on November 1, 01, to enable the continued operation of the current stability site, and WHEREAS. The City Council further acknowledges the need to include temporary amendments to Tacoma Municipal Code 1.0..B., to provide more flexibility for religious and non-profit organizations to host temporary shelters as set forth in the attached Exhibit A,, and WHEREAS the City Council is scheduled to conduct a public hearing on the proposal on October, 01, pursuant to TMC 1.0, and WHEREAS the Interim Regulations, as modified, are an important element of the Program to address homelessness, and, with the inclusion of additional opportunities for faith-based organizations and non-profits, members of the community will be able to support additional people as means and methods to combat this epidemic are developed; Now, Therefore, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF TACOMA: Section 1. That the Emergency Temporary Shelters Interim Regulations, as enacted pursuant to Ordinance No., passed on June, 01, and now including temporary amendments to Tacoma Municipal Code 1.0..B., to provide more flexibility for religious and non-profit organizations to host temporary shelters are hereby retained and modified as set forth in the attached Exhibit A. Ord1-0amend.doc-SIV/bn --

13 1 Section. That the duration of the Interim Regulations is hereby extended for a period of six months, through April 1, 0. Passed Mayor Attest: City Clerk Approved as to form: Deputy City Attorney Ord1-0amend.doc-SIV/bn --

14 EXHIBIT A Temporary Shelters Interim Regulations PROPOSED LAND USE REGULATORY CODE CHANGES Note: These amendments show all of the changes to existing Land Use regulations. The sections included are only those portions of the code that are associated with these amendments. New text is underlined and text that has been deleted is shown as strikethrough. Chapter 1.0 Zoning 1.0. Temporary use. A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to allow listed temporary uses which: 1. Are not contrary to the various purposes of this chapter;. Will not impede the orderly development of the immediate surrounding area, as provided for in the Comprehensive Plan and the zoning district in which the area is located; and. Will not endanger the health, safety, or general welfare of adjacent residences or the general public. B. Temporary uses. 1. General. A temporary use shall be subject to the standards of development specified in this section.. Duration and/or frequency. Where permitted as a temporary use, the following uses may be authorized for the time specified in Table 1, and subject to Section 1.0..B. Table #1: TEMPORARY USES ALLOWED NUMBER OF DAYS ALLOWED Temporary Use Type Days Allowed Per Year Seasonal sales Carnival 1 Temporary housing See Section 1.0..B..a Temporary office space See Section 1.0..B..b Temporary storage See Section 1.0..B..d Temporary sheltershomeless camps See Section 1.0..B. a. The duration of the temporary use shall include the days the use is being set up and established, when the event actually takes place, and when the use is being removed. b. A parcel may be used for no more than three temporary uses within a calendar year; provided, the time periods specified in Table 1 are not exceeded. Multiple temporary uses may occur on a parcel concurrently; provided, the time periods in Table 1 are not exceeded.. Temporary structure standards. a. Temporary housing. (1) Such use shall be placed on a lot, tract, or parcel of land upon which a main building is being in fact constructed. The applicant shall have a valid building permit approved by Planning and Development Services; () Such uses are of a temporary nature not involving permanent installations, including structures and utilities; () That such a house trailer or mobile home shall be located at least feet away from any existing residences; () That conformance with all applicable health, sanitary, and fire regulations occasioned by the parking and occupancy of said house trailer or mobile home shall be observed. () The temporary housing shall be removed within 0 days after final inspection of the project, or within one year from the date the unit is first moved to the site, whichever may occur sooner. Temporary Shelter Interim Regulations Page 1 of Exhibit A Proposed Land Use Code Amendments

15 b. Temporary office space. (1) Such use shall be in accordance with the use regulations of the zoning district within which the temporary office is located. () Such use is appropriate due to the construction or reconstruction of a main building or the temporary nature of the use. () Such use is of a temporary nature not involving permanent installations, including structures, utilities, and other improvements, unless such improvements are to be used in conjunction with a permanent structure, plans for which have been approved by Planning and Development Services. This provision shall not be construed to prohibit the installation of utilities necessary to serve the temporary use or the requiring of improvements necessary to eliminate or mitigate nuisances or adverse environmental impacts resulting from the temporary use. () Such a temporary building shall be located at least feet away from any existing structure or structures under construction unless it can be demonstrated that a lesser distance will be adequate to safeguard adjacent properties and provide a safe distance from any construction occurring on the site. () Such temporary building shall not be required to comply with the design standards found in Section () That conformance with all applicable health, sanitary, and fire regulations occasioned by the parking and occupancy of said temporary building shall be observed. () The temporary office shall be removed within 0 days after final inspection of the project, or within one year from the date the unit is first moved to the site, whichever may occur sooner. c. Carnival. (1) Such uses are of a temporary nature not involving permanent installations, including both structures and utility services, except those already existing on the premises. () Proper regard shall be given to the controlling of traffic generated by the use with respect to ingress and egress to the given site and the off-street parking of automobiles attracted by the use. () That any structures, buildings, tents, or incidental equipment shall be located at least 00 feet from existing residences; () That off-street parking for the primary use on the site shall not be reduced below the required parking for that use. d. Temporary storage. Temporary storage units are transportable units designed and used primarily for temporary storage of building materials, household goods, personal items and other materials for use on a limited basis, Temporary storage units, where allowed, shall be subject to the following standards: (1) Temporary storage units shall be allowed as part of an active construction project or active moving process. () In residential zoning districts, the maximum duration of temporary storage shall be 0-days in any two-year period, with up to one 0-day extension allowed at the discretion of Planning and Development Services. () In commercial, mixed-use or industrial zoning districts, temporary storage units shall be removed within 0 days after final inspection of the project. () Temporary storage units shall be placed in the least conspicuous location available to minimize disturbance to any adjoining properties and shall be located in accordance with all applicable building, health and fire safety ordinances and regulations. Units shall provide a minimum -foot setback from all exterior property lines and shall not be located within required buffer areas. Units shall not block, impair, or otherwise unduly inconvenience pedestrian or vehicular traffic patterns, emergency access, access points to the site, parking lots, or adjacent uses. () Such use is of a temporary nature not involving permanent installations, including structures, utilities, and other improvements, unless such improvements are to be used in conjunction with a permanent structure, plans for which have been approved by Planning and Development Services. This provision shall not be construed to prohibit the installation of utilities necessary to serve the temporary use or the requiring of improvements necessary to eliminate or mitigate nuisances or adverse environmental impacts resulting from the temporary use. Temporary Shelter Interim Regulations Page of Exhibit A Proposed Land Use Code Amendments

16 () Such temporary building shall not be required to comply with the standard locational, bulk and area requirements or the design, landscaping, parking and other standards found in Sections () Planning and Development Services shall have full discretion to stipulate additional limitations or conditions on such temporary use to ensure that it does not unduly affect the health, safety, or general welfare of adjacent properties or residences or the general public.. Temporary SheltersHomeless Camps. a. Purpose. In recognition of the need for temporary housing for homeless persons, it is the purpose of this section to allow sponsoring religious and non-profit organizations to use property owned or controlled by them for temporary homeless shelterscamps, while preventing harmful effects associated with such uses, including the use of open flames, the possibility of impediments to emergency services, the possibility of environmental degradation, the use of improper sanitary facilities, and the possibility of any other factors that would be considered a nuisance under applicable laws. b. Application. In order to allow sponsoring religious and non-profit organizations to establish a temporary shelterhomeless camp on qualifying property, a permit must be obtained from Planning and Development Services in accordance with TMC 1.0, Land Use Permit Procedures, and the following: (1) The Director of Planning and Development Services is authorized to issue permits for temporary homeless campsshelters only upon demonstration that all public health and safety considerations have been adequately addressed, and may administratively adjust standards upon providing findings and conclusions that justify the requirements. A permit allowing a temporary shelter site may be terminated if the City determines the site is unfit for human habitation based on sanitary conditions or health related concerns. () An application for a temporary homeless campshelter shall include the following: (a) The dates of the start and termination of the temporary homeless campshelter; (b) The maximum number of residents proposed; (c) The location, including parcel number(s) and address(es); (d) The names of the managing agency or manager and sponsor; (e) A site plan showing the following shall be prepared and reviewed by staff, which will make recommendations for best practices, including Crime Prevention through Environmental Design ( CPTED ) principles: (i) Property lines; (ii) Property dimensions; (iii) Location and type of fencing/screening (must be a minimum of ten feet from property lines); (iv) Location of all support tents/structures (administrative, security, kitchen, and dining areas) or planned space to be used inside an on-site structure; (v) Method of providing and location of potable water; (vi) Method of providing and location of waste receptacles; (vii) Location of required sanitary stations (latrines, showers, hygiene, hand washing stations); (viii) Location of vehicular access and parking; (ix) Location of tents and/or dwellings for each person (must meet Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department requirements); (x) Entry/exit control points; (xi) Internal pathways, and access routes for emergency services. (f) A statement from the sponsoring religious or non-profit organization regarding its commitment to maintain liability insurance in types and amounts sufficient to cover the liability exposures inherent in the permitted activity during the existence of any sponsored temporary homeless campshelter; Temporary Shelter Interim Regulations Page of Exhibit A Proposed Land Use Code Amendments

17 c. Safety and health requirements. A temporary homeless campshelter shall be established in accordance with the following standards: (1) No more than 0 residents shall be allowed per camp shelter location. The City may further limit the number of residents as site conditions dictate. () A minimum of,00 square feet of site area shall be required for camps shelters servingof up to 0 people. The minimum site area may be proportionally reduced if adjacent existing buildings are used for sleeping or support facilities such as kitchen, dining hall, showers, and latrines. () For a camp shelter servingof more than 0 residents, the minimum,00 square-foot camp site area shall be increased by square feet for each additional resident, up to a total of 0 residents. () The maximum duration of a homeless camptemporary shelter shall be consecutive days. Gravel or paved camp sites and sites not zoned for residential use may extend the maximum duration of the camp to 1 consecutive days. (a) A one-time extension of up to 0 days, or longer in the case of inclement weather, may be granted by the Director if unforeseen problems arise regarding camp shelter relocation. An extension must be requested before the last 0 days of the temporary permit and will not be granted if any violation of the camp temporary shelter permit has occurred. () A camp temporary shelter may only return to the same church-owned site after two years six-months has lapsed since the start end date of the previous camptemporary shelter. Gravel or paved camp sites and sites not zoned for residential use may decrease the relocation time to months from the start date of the previous camp. () In no event shall more than two six homeless camptemporary shelter sites be permitted within the City at any given time. Additionally, a maximum of two () camps should be allowed in any single Police Sector at any given time and a minimum of one-mile must separate each temporary shelter site. Prior to approving a request for a second temporary shelter location within a sector, all other sectors should have a temporary shelter location. As part of process for approving a second location within a sector, the City shall determine whether there are adequate City services to support the second location in a sector. () Outdoor sheltersthe encampment shall be enclosed on all sides with a minimum six-foot tall, sightte-obscuring fence. () Permanent structures are prohibited from being constructed within the camptemporary shelter site. Existing permanent structures may be used for sheltering. () Temporary homeless campsshelters are prohibited in Shoreline Districts, critical areas, and their buffers. () The sponsoring religious or non-profit organization shall work with Neighborhood and Community Services and other agencies to find more permanent housing solutions for the inhabitants of the camp shelter during its operation. () One security/office/operations tent or structure shall be provided for the camp site manager. The manager must be on site at all times. Persons who are acting as the on-site manager must be awake while on shift to monitor the security of the camp shelter and be ready and able to alert police and/or other emergency responders if the need arises. (1) The minimum age for unaccompanied camp shelter residents inhabitants is years of age. Individuals under the age of will only be allowed if accompanied by a guardian. (1) Each resident shall be pre-screened for warrants and a background check shall be completed by the sponsor religious or non-profit organization. No sex offenders will be permitted as camp shelter residents. (1) The temporary homeless campshelter must be located within one-quarter half mile of a bus route that is in service seven days per week. (1) The following facilities and provisions must be made available on-site and approved for adequacy and location by the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department prior to occupancy: (a) Potable water as approved or provided by local utilities. Estimated usage is four to five gallons per day, per resident. Temporary Shelter Interim Regulations Page of Exhibit A Proposed Land Use Code Amendments

18 (b) Provide sanitary portable toilets as provided in the following table: Number of camp residents Number of toilets required 1 (c) Provide hand washing stations with warm water, soap, paper towels and covered garbage cans and recycling containers at the following locations: (i) Hand washing stations next to portable toilets provided in the following manner: Number of camp residents Number of stations required 1 (ii) One at the entrance to the dining area; and (iii) One at the food preparation area. (d) Showering facilities are required as provided in the following table: Number of camp residents Number of showers required 1 (e) At least one food preparation area/tent with refrigeration, sinks, and cooking equipment. If food is prepared onsite, adequate dishwashing facilities must be available. (f) Food preparation, storage, and serving. No children under the age of ten shall be allowed in food preparation or storage areas. (g) An adequate water source must be made available to the campsite. (h) Indoor Ssleeping shelters facilities must meet the following standards: (i) Must comply with all life safety and building code requirements. (i) Outdoor sleeping facilities must meet the following standards: (i) Minimum two-foot separation is required on sides and rear of tents from other tents, and a clear area of four feet is required at the entrance to all tents. All tents will be flame retardant. (ii) Minimum of 0 square-feet per resident in group tents. (iii) Minimum 0-0 cubic feet of air space per resident in group tents. (iv) Beds arranged at least three feet apart in group tents. (ji) Waste water disposal, including mop sink, which drains to sanitary sewer. (kj) Solid waste: Garbage and recycling removal by local utilities. Adequate scheduled dumping to prevent overflow. Estimate 0-gallon capacity per residents. Infectious waste/sharps disposal shall be made available. (lk) Premises must be maintained to control insects, rodents, and other pests. (1) Premises must be maintained as approved by the Tacoma Fire Department ( TFD ), including: (a) Approval letter from the TFD, should the camp shelter site contain structures in excess of 00 square feet or canopies in excess of 00 square feet. (b) Provide fire extinguishers in quantity and locations as specified by TFD. at least one fire extinguisher, as specified by TFD, within feet from every tent, and at least one fire extinguisher in the kitchen facility and security office/tent. (c) Adequate access for fire and emergency services, with a minimum of two access points, shall be maintained. (d) No smoking or open flames shall be allowed in tents. Smoking within the camp shelter site will be within designated smoking areas only. Temporary Shelter Interim Regulations Page of Exhibit A Proposed Land Use Code Amendments

19 (e) Electrical inspections, in coordination with a Planning and Development Services electrical inspector, shall occur to ensure safe installation of power, if provided, including to support tents and facilities (administration, security, kitchen, dining, shower, hygiene, and latrine facilities) and any individual living tents. (f) Security Plan. The security plan shall: (i) List the contact name and phone number of the on-site manager; (ii) Contain an evacuation plan for the camptemporary shelter; (iii) Contain a controlled access plan for residents; and (iv) Contain a fire suppression and emergency access plan. (1) Parking standards. (a) Parking spaces, layouts, and configuration shall be designed in accordance with TMC (b) A minimum of two off-street parking spaces per residents are required for all temporary homeless campsshelters. (c) Any required parking for the principal/existing use on-site shall not be displaced as a result of the temporary homeless campshelter. () Refuse and recycling containers shall be provided on-site, with service provided by Solid Waste Management and paid for by the applicant. Temporary Shelter Interim Regulations Page of Exhibit A Proposed Land Use Code Amendments

20 Chapter 1.0 LAND USE PERMIT PROCEDURES Notice process. * * * H. Notice and Comment Period for Specified Permit Applications. Table H specifies how to notify, the distance required, the comment period allowed, expiration of permits, and who has authority for the decision to be made on the application. Table H Notice, Comment and Expiration for Land Use Permits Permit Type Preapplication Meeting Notice: Distance Notice: Newspaper Notice: Post Site Comment Period Interpretation of code Recommended 0 feet for site specific For general application Decision Hearing Required City Council Yes 1 days Director No No None Expiration of Permit Uses not Recommended 00 feet Yes Yes 0 days Director No No None specifically classified Boundary line Required No No No No Director No No years adjustment Binding site plan Required No No No No Director No No years Environmental SEPA DNS Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Variance, height of main structure Open space classification Optional Required for scoping, DEIS and FEIS Same as case type Yes if no hearing required No Same as case type 00 feet Yes Yes Minimum 0 days Director No No None Director No, unless part of associated action. Public scoping meeting(s) required Required 00 feet No Yes 0 days Director No 1 No years Required 00 feet No Yes Hearing Examiner Plats + lots Required 00 feet Yes Yes 1 days SEPA Rezones Required 00 feet; 00 feet for public facility site Shoreline/CUP/ variance Short plat (- lots) Short plat (- lots) No; Yes for public facility site Yes 1 days SEPA Hearing Examiner Hearing Examiner No None Yes Yes None Yes Final years Plat Yes Yes None Required 00 feet No Yes 0 days Director No 1 No years/ maximum Required No No No No Director No No years Required 00 feet No Yes 1 days Director No 1 No years Site approval Optional 00 feet No Yes 0 days Director No No years Temporary Shelter Interim Regulations Page of Exhibit A Proposed Land Use Code Amendments

21 Permit Type Preapplication Meeting Notice: Distance Conditional use Required 00 feet; 00 feet for development sites over 1 acre in size Conditional use, correctional facility (new or major modification) Conditional use, large-scale retail Conditional use, master plan Conditional Use, Minor Modification Conditional Use, Major Modification Temporary Homeless CampShelters Permit Notice: Newspaper Notice: Post Site Comment Period Decision Hearing Required City Council Expiration of Permit No Yes 0 days Director No No years Required 1,000 feet Yes Yes 0 days Hearing Examiner Yes No years Required 1,000 feet Yes Yes 0 days Hearing Examiner Yes No years Required 00 feet Yes Yes 0 days Director Yes No years Optional No No No No Director No No years Required 00 feet; 00 feet for public facility sites and master plans No Yes 1 days Director No No years Required 00 feet Yes Yes 1 days Director No No 1 year Minor Variance Optional 0 feet No No 1 days Director No 1 No years Variance Optional 0 feet No Yes 1 days Director No 1 No years Wetland/Stream/ Required 00 feet No Yes 0 days Director No 1 No years* FWHCA development permits Wetland/Stream/ Required 0 feet No Yes 1 days Director No 1 No years* FWHCA Minor Development Permits Wetland/Stream/ FWHCA verification Required 0 feet No Yes 1 days Director No 1 No years INFORMATION IN THIS TABLE IS FOR REFERENCE PURPOSE ONLY. * Programmatic Restoration Projects can request year renewals to a maximum of 0 years total. When an open record hearing is required, all other land use permit applications for a specific site or project shall be considered concurrently by the Hearing Examiner (refer to Section E). Temporary Shelter Interim Regulations Page of Exhibit A Proposed Land Use Code Amendments

22 1 Conditional use permits for wireless communication facilities, including towers, shall expire two years from the effective date of the Director s decision and are not eligible for a one-year extension. Comment on land use permit proposal allowed from date of notice to hearing. Must be recorded with the Pierce County Auditor within five years. Special use permits for wireless communication facilities, including towers, are limited to two years from the effective date of the Director s decision. If a public meeting is held, the public comment period shall be extended days beyond and including the date of the public meeting. Refer to Section for preliminary plat expiration dates. Public Notification of Minor Variances may be sent at the discretion of the Director. There is no notice of application for Minor Variances. Temporary Shelter Interim Regulations Page of Exhibit A Proposed Land Use Code Amendments