19.22.070 Exceptions for heights in industrial zones.
In those areas zoned for industrial use, additional heights are sometimes necessary to accommodate industrial activities. The following provisions allow for additional heights above what is shown in Map 22-2.
A. Industrial Zones Along Waterfront. For those areas zoned industrial and waterward of the BNSF rail tracks, with access to the marine shorelines or the Snohomish River shown in Map 22-2 below, an additional two floors may be approved with Review Process III after review of a viewshed analysis that demonstrates the following:
1. The increased height is necessary to support water dependent industrial activities on the property;
2. The increased height will not obstruct the view of a substantial number of residences for those areas adjoining the shoreline; and
3. The increased height will not cause adverse impact on views from adjoining public parks or public open spaces.
B. Industrial Zones Near Paine Field. Aircraft manufacturing plants are permitted to have a building height of one hundred sixty feet within the Paine Field airport compatibility area. (Ord. 3774-20 § 5(K) (Exh. 3), 2020.)