§ 23.02.080. Interpretations.

A.

The director shall review and resolve any questions involving the proper interpretation or application of the provisions of this title that may be requested by any property owner, tenant, government officer, department, or other person affected. The director's decision shall be in keeping with the spirit and intent of this title and of the Olympia Joint Plan. Code interpretations shall be processed in accordance with Section 23.72.200.

B.

Classification of Use. Recognizing that there may be uses not specifically mentioned in this title, either because of advancing technology or any other reason, the director may permit or condition such use if it is clearly evident that the use is in conformity with the designated principal uses of the district in which it is to be located. The decision by the director may be appealed in accordance with Section 23.72.190A.

C.

Record. A record shall be kept of all interpretations and rulings made by the director, hearing examiner, and board of county commissioners; such decisions shall be used for future administration and code amendments. The hearing examiner shall report decisions to the department when it appears desirable and necessary to amend this title.

D.

Minimum Requirements. When interpreting and applying the regulations of this code, its provisions shall be the minimum requirements, unless otherwise stated.

E.

Conflicts with Other Regulations. Where conflicts occur between the provisions of this code and the Building and Fire Codes, or other regulations of the county, the more restrictive shall apply. If any conflict between the zoning map and text of this title ensue, the text of this title shall prevail.

(Ord. 11501 § 1, 1997: Ord. 11274 § 3 (part), 1996)

(Ord. No. 14773, § 10(Att. I), 7-24-2012)