Uses subject to special review
Seattle Mun. Code § 23.66.124
in effectA. Flexible-use parking garages for short-term parking at any location, except flexible-use parking garages for short-term parking in structures authorized pursuant to Section 23.49.180 , require approval of the Department of Neighborhoods Director after review and recommendation by the Preservation Board and may be permitted if the following conditions are met: 1. The use will not increase the ambient noise level in existing residences within line of sight of the proposed parking structure; and 2. Exterior materials, height, wall openings, and fenestration will reflect, to the extent possible, the character of the adjoining structures or structures on the adjoining block facing the site; and 3. Access will comply with the standards in Section 23.66.170 ; and 4. Automobile circulation within the garage will not be visible from the adjoining public streets. B. Uses at street level of approved parking garages are limited to those uses permitted in the area, other than parking, to a minimum depth of 20 feet along all street frontages, and along alleys and malls that are limited solely to pedestrian use. (Ord. 125558 , § 51, 2018; Ord. 123034, § 8, 2009; Ord. 119484 § 36, 1999; Ord. 116744 § 36, 1993; Ord. 112134 § 1(part), 1985.)
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