Ordinance 3534-17 - Laserfiche WebLink

(21) Accessory dwelling units and duplexes are not permitted on lots within easement access short subdivisions, except for existing duplexes as provided under Chapter 18.28. Is hereby amended to read as follows: (21) Duplexes are not permitted on lots within easement access short subdivisions, except for existing duplexes as provided under Chapter 18.28. Section 6. Section 47 of Ordinance No. 1849-92, as amended (EMC 19.39.020.D), which reads as follows, is hereby repealed. Section 7. Ordinance No. 2146-96, as amended, is hereby amended by the addition of the following, which shall be codified as Everett Municipal Code Section 19.07.030: 7.030 Accessory Dwelling Units. The regulations in this section shall apply to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU's), whether attached or detached. The term"ADU" as used in this section shall apply to either attached or detached accessory dwelling units. The term "DADU" as used in this section shall apply only to detached accessory dwelling units. In the event there is a conflict between the provisions of this section or any other provision of the EMC,the provisions of this section shall control. A. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU's), Where Permitted. An ADU shall be permitted as an accessory use to the principal dwelling unit in the zones indicated in Use Table#5.1 on any legally established lot,provided it complies with the provisions of this section. In the Core Residential Area and other zones that allow single family attached or multiple family dwellings,the development standards applicable to those zones shall apply to development of more than one dwelling on a lot rather than this section. B. Review Process. ADU's shall be permitted subject to Review Process I as defined in Title 15 of the Everett Municipal Code. C. Owner Occupancy Required. Either the principal dwelling unit or the ADU shall be occupied by the owner of the property as his or her principal residence. Prior to issuance of a permit for an accessory dwelling unit, the property owner shall submit to the City a signed affidavit affirming that the owner occupies the principal dwelling as his or her principal residence, and will occupy either the principal dwelling or accessory dwelling after completion of the accessory dwelling unit. The owner shall record a covenant with the Snohomish County Auditor, approved by the director, that shall run with the land as long as the ADU is maintained on the property. The property owner shall submit proof that the covenant has been recorded with the Snohomish County Auditor's office prior to issuance of the building permit. 4