15-8-3: EXEMPTIONS:
The test for concurrency shall not be required for exempted developments as specified below:
   A.   No Impact: Development which creates no additional impacts on public water, sanitary sewer, surface water management, streets, schools and parks are exempt from the test for concurrency. Such development includes, but is not limited to:
      1.   Additions, accessory structures, or interior renovations to or replacement of a residence which do not result in a change in use or increase in the number of dwelling units or residential equivalents;
      2.   Additions to or replacement of a nonresidential structure which do not result in a change in use, expansion in use, or otherwise increase demand in public facilities as defined above;
      3.   Temporary uses as defined in title 13, chapter 4 of this code; and
      4.   Demolitions.
   B.   Permits And Actions: The following are exempt from the test for concurrency:
      1.   Boundary line adjustments;
      2.   Temporary use permits;
      3.   Variances and shoreline variances;
      4.   Approvals pursuant to site development regulations;
      5.   Administrative interpretations;
      6.   Sign permits;
      7.   Street vacations;
      8.   Demolition permits;
      9.   Street use or right of way permits;
      10.   Clearing, grading, excavation permits;
      11.   Mechanical, electrical and plumbing permits;
      12.   Fire code permits;
      13.   Architectural design review approvals; and
      14.   Other permits as determined by the city that will not result in impacts on public services or utilities.
   C.   SEPA: Applications exempt from the test for concurrency are not necessarily exempt from SEPA.
   D.   Exemptions: The portion of any development used for any of the following purposes is exempt from the requirements of this chapter:
      1.   Public transportation facilities;
      2.   Public parks and recreational facilities; and
      3.   Public libraries. (Ord. 778, 10-30-2003, eff. 11-11-2003)