V Definitions.
Value, Existing Structure. The value established by the records of the King County Assessor or, where the applicant disagrees with such value, the value established by a current appraisal that is:
1. Prepared by an appraiser licensed by the State of Washington to appraise properties of the type at issue; and
2. Paid for by the applicant; and
3. Determined to be accurate and reliable by the Administrator.
Effective on: 4/16/2011
Variance. A mechanism by which the City considers granting relief from certain regulations when proposed by an applicant for the purposes of development. (Ord. 3083)
Effective on: 7/2/2022
Vegetated Wall. A wall that is designed to be obscured by landscaping and/or plantings that, at maturity, will cover the wall.
Effective on: 4/16/2011
Vehicle. An operable or inoperable self-propelled device used for the transportation of people or goods over land, air, or water surfaces.
Effective on: 4/16/2011
Vehicle Use Area. An area used primarily for parking, circulation and storage of autos, trucks, delivery and service trucks, and other vehicles, including but not limited to parking lots, drive aisles, and loading bay areas. Vehicle use areas do not include fire lanes or temporary parking areas that are predominately landscaped or covered with turf or pervious grids covered by turf. (SMP)
Effective on: 4/16/2011
Vending Cart. A cart with functional wheels which is not affixed to the ground and which is operated for the purpose of vending food, drink, or retail goods. The cart is generally no larger than six feet wide by 10 feet long.
Effective on: 4/16/2011
Visual Access. The ability of the general public to view the water and the shoreline from adjacent locations. (SMP)
Effective on: 4/16/2011