23.48.732

A. The maximum width and depth of a structure is 250 feet, except as provided in this Section 23.48.732 . The width and depth limits do not apply to below-grade or partially below-grade stories having street-facing facades that do not extend more than 4 feet above the sidewalk, measured at any point above the sidewalk elevation to the floor above the partially below-grade story, other than locations of access to the building. B. For the stories of a structure subject to width and depth limits, all portions of the same story that are horizontally contiguous, including any portions connected by doorways, ramps, bridges, elevated stairways, and similar connections, are included in the measurement of width and depth. The width and depth limits of stories in separate structures or structures on the same lot that abut but are not internally connected are measured separately. Designated Landmark structures and structures that qualify as vulnerable masonry buildings according to Section 23.48.730 are exempt from the width and depth limits, whether internally connected to a new structure or not. C. Width and depth limits do not apply to stories of a structure having more than 50 percent of the total gross floor area of the story occupied by any of the following uses: 1. Community clubs or community centers; 2. Religious facilities; 3. Arts facilities operated by a non-profit or for-profit organization or organizations; 4. Elementary or secondary schools; 5. Performing arts theaters; or 6. Child care centers. D. Width and depth limits do not apply to any portion of a structure that is 55 feet or less in height and located on a lot that includes a light rail transit station. (Ord. 126131 , § 12, 2020; Ord. 125432 , § 14, 2017.)