Administrative Policy & Code Interpretations
Administrative Policy and Code Interpretations are binding interpretations concerning land use codes administered by the City’s Planning Division.
Draft interpretations will be posted online and public comments may be provided during a 14 day comment period following the posting. Interpretations will be issued at the end of the comment period, subject to comments received. To appeal a determination, a written appeal accompanied by the required filing fee must be filed with the City's Hearing Examiner no more than 14 days from the date of issuance.
As Code Interpretations are codified in the Renton Municipal Code, they will be removed from this list. If you have any questions, please contact the Staff Contact by email or (425) 430-7200.
Pending Interpretations
CI-188: Minimum Dimensions for Parking Stalls
Comment period ends: 06/17/2025
Final Interpretations
CI-187: Permit Requirements for Fences
Effective Date: September 27, 2024
CI-186: Definition of Adult Family Home: RMC 4-11-010 Definitions A
Effective Date: September 9, 2024
CI-185: Public Notice for Additional Vehicles Permits, RMC 4-8-090.C, Public Information Signs
Effective Date: July 12, 2024
CI-184 Nonconforming Structures Code Section: 4-10-050
Effective Date: October 13, 2023
CI-183: Applicability and Definitions for Building/Lot Coverage
Code Section: 4-2-110E, 4-11-020, 4-11-120
Effective Date: October 4, 2023
CI I76: Compliance with RCW 35A.21.430
Effective Date: May 23, 2022
Code Sections:
- RMC 4-2-060, Zoning Use Tables – Uses Allowed in Zoning Designations
- RMC 4-2-080, Conditions Associated with Zoning Use Tables
- RMC 4-11-040 Definitions D
- RMC 4-11-080 Definitions H
- RMC 4-11-110 Definitions K
- RMC 4-11-160 Definitions P
- RMC 4-11-200 Definitions T
CI-164:Residential Rental Registration and Inspection Program
Code Section: RMC 4-5-125, Residential Registration and Inspection Program
Effective Date: February 23, 2021