17C.60.215 Planned Development Districts (PDDs).
The following criteria apply to Planned Development Districts:
A. When the PDD allows an interior setback distance that is less than 5 feet as measured from the concrete foundation wall to the property line, or less than 10 feet between buildings on the same property, all of the following shall apply:
1. Buildings using the PDD reduced setback require installation of fire sprinkler systems.
2. The exterior siding shall consist of brick, stone, or approved fiber cement siding.
3. A second story rescue access that fronts on a public space shall be provided.
4. Improvements within the side yards shall be limited:
a. Eaves shall not exceed 12 inches.
b. The necessary distance required to install a gas fireplace not to exceed 2 feet; this shall include direct vents and gas piping when it is black iron or copper.
c. Propane tanks are not allowed in the 5-foot setback or between buildings.
d. Fences and hedges are prohibited between buildings.
B. When the PDD proposes to use neighborhood street/access lanes/alleys or any deviations to Pierce County road standards that affect EV access the following are required:
1. Installation of fire sprinkler systems in affected lots within the PDD.
C. When the PDD proposes multiple single-family detached dwelling units without property lines the following are required:
1. Installation of fire sprinkler systems in all lots within the PDD.
2. The exterior siding shall consist of brick, stone, or approved fiber cement siding.
3. A second story rescue access that fronts on a public space shall be provided.
4. Improvements within the side yards shall be limited:
a. Eaves shall not exceed 12 inches.
b. The necessary distance required to install a gas fireplace not to exceed 2 feet; this shall include direct vents and gas piping when it is black iron or copper.
c. Propane tanks are not allowed in the 5-foot setback or between buildings.
d. Fences and hedges are prohibited between buildings.