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A. General. Table 35-1 specifies landscape categories for all use zones within the city, while Table 35-2 lists the applicable landscape type and width. The specific regulations pertaining to each landscape category are contained in this section. Where there is a conflict between the general and specific regulations, the more specific regulations shall control.

B. Instructions for Tables 35-1 and 35-2. First, determine the property’s zoning from the city’s zoning map (see Chapter 19.03 EMC, Map 3-1). Then refer to Table 35-1 to determine which landscape category applies to that zone. Use Table 35-2 to determine which perimeter landscape types apply for that category. Also refer to the applicable footnotes and detailed requirements standards for specific uses in the following sections of this chapter.

Table 35-1: Landscape Categories for Use Zones

Use Zone

Landscape Category

R-2(A); UR3; UR4(4)

A(1)

NB(2); B(3); MU, LI1

B

HI

C

LI2

D

R-S, R-1; R-2; AG

E(1)

Footnotes for Table 35-1:

1Landscape Category E for single-family detached or two-family (duplex) dwellings. Landscape Category B for permitted nonresidential uses. See EMC 19.35.090 for permitted townhouse and duplex developments in these zones.

2Landscape Category E for single-family detached or duplex dwellings.

3Landscape Category E for single-family detached or duplex dwellings. Landscape Category A for single-family attached or multiple-family dwellings.

4Also see EMC 19.35.090(B) for additional requirements applicable to the UR4 zone within Metro Everett.

C. Perimeter Landscaping. Table 35-2 of this section establishes the type and width of landscaping required along property lines for the landscape category required in each individual zone in Table 35-2. This chart establishes the minimum requirements for each landscape category. However, additional standards may be required for uses being reviewed under review processes involving the hearing examiner, planning commission or city council as set forth in EMC Title 15, Local Project Review Procedures, when necessary to enhance compatibility between zones and uses. Where a minimum width of landscaping is specified, the actual width of the planting area shall be measured. Curbs, paving or other protective or boundary marking devices shall not be included in the measurement of landscape width.

D. Application of Type IV Landscaping. Type IV landscaping shall be used in the following circumstances:

1. All uses which are indicated as requiring Landscape Category E in the use-standards tables of individual zones.

2. All interior portions of lots which are not developed with buildings, parking area and uses and which are not regulated by subsection (A) of this section, or EMC 19.35.080 or 19.35.090, or by other more specific landscape regulations contained in this title.

Table 35-2: Perimeter Landscape Standards

Street Frontage(1)

Interior Lot Lines(2)

Landscape Category

Type

Width of Landscaping

Abutting Zone

Type

Width of Landscaping

A

III

Minimum setback depth (3)

Single-family (4)

I

10 feet or width of required setback, whichever is less

Others

III

5 feet or distance between building and lot line, whichever is less

B

III

10 feet or distance between lot line and building, whichever is less (3) (11)

Residential (5)

I

10 feet

Others

III

5 feet or distance between building and lot line, whichever is less

C

III

15 feet or distance between building and lot line, whichever is less (3) (8) (10)

Residential (5)

I

25 feet

Commercial (6) (11)

III

10 feet

Industrial (7)

III

5 feet

D

III

20 feet or distance between building and lot line (3) (8) (10)

Residential (5)

I

25 feet

Commercial or industrial

II

10 feet

E

IV

(9)

All zones

IV

(9)

Footnotes for Table 35-2:

1All public right-of-way behind the sidewalk shall also be landscaped to Type III standards. Additional trees are not required in the portion of the landscaping in the public right-of-way.

2Interior lot lines which do not abut an alley.

3See EMC 19.35.080 for landscaping requirements for off-street parking and outdoor display areas.

4AG, R-S, R-1, R-2, R-2(A) zones.

5AG, R-S, R-1, R-2, R-2(A), UR3, UR4 zones.

6NB, B and MU zones.

7LI1, LI2 and HI zones.

8See EMC 19.35.110 for additional requirements in LI2 zone.

9See subsection (D) of this section for application of Category IV landscaping.

10The minimum landscape width for off-street parking areas abutting street right-of-way shall be fifteen feet.

11For streets designated TOD, pedestrian and connector on Map 33-1, the required street trees shall be provided between the sidewalk and curb edge within the public right-of-way in a minimum four-foot by six-foot vault or other method as approved by the city to prevent root penetration and sidewalk damage. Spacing of trees shall average not more than thirty feet. Spacing is subject to city of Everett public works standard clearances for sight triangles, driveways, street lights, and other street features or safety concerns. Tree spacing may be reduced to increase visibility of signs and buildings if approved by the city. The city shall maintain a recommended tree list that includes species selection and spacing requirements. See Figures 35-2 and 35-3 below.

Figure 35-2: Street Trees on TOD, Pedestrian and Connector Streets

(Ord. 3774-20 § 9 (Exh. 7), 2020; Ord. 3617-18 §§ 60, 61, 2018; Ord. 3322-13 § 7, 2013; Ord. 2538-01 §§ 37, 39, 2001; Ord. 1849-92 § 31, 1992; Ord. 1671-89, 1989.)