18.170.030 Level of review.
A. Type I – Approval by the City Planner. In order to administratively approve a home occupation (Type I), the city planner must find that the application satisfies the following standards for home occupations:
1. The occupation is to be carried on within a residential building and only by members of the family occupying the dwelling unit.
2. The residential character of the main building or accessory dwelling unit must be maintained.
3. The business must be conducted in such a manner as not to give an outward appearance, nor outwardly manifest any characteristic of a business, except as permitted by Chapter 18.120 TMC, Signs, Billboards and Advertisements.
4. The occupation must not infringe upon the livability of the neighborhood and its residents to enjoy the peaceful occupancy of their homes.
5. No increase in traffic or noise may be expected other than that attributed to normal residential usage or infrequent deliveries.
6. The subject property has no outstanding general nuisance or building code violations.
B. Type II – Administrative Review. Home occupations that may have noticeable impacts on the neighborhood, such as an increase in traffic, noise, or odor, will require a petition of signatures of neighboring property owners. If needed, the city planner may schedule a public hearing before the planning commission.
C. Uses that will not be permitted for a home occupation include any form of motor vehicle and/or engine repair. [Ord. 817 § 8-3L.630, 2006.]