Neighborhood Design | Neighborhood Design Standards
21.02.030 Neighborhood Design Standards A. Protection and Integration of Natural Features
to fit the slope rather than using extensive grading and vegetation removal for ease of construction.
d. Forested Areas and Habitat
1. Design Intent
Remaining forested areas in Sammamish are important to the character and ecosystem of the City. Development is expected to prioritize retention of forested areas to the extent possible, in a manner that will support the long-term health of the trees.
Sammamish values its well-preserved natural environment and aspires to expand its tree canopy as it balances future development. Natural features, including topography, hydrology, and habitat be respected with new development, minimizing impacts and improving environmental function where possible.
e. Residential Development
For residential development, there shall be a minimum of one tree per 50 feet of lot frontage. Trees must be planted within 15 feet of the front property line. Deciduous trees shall have a minimum caliper of 1.75 inches and a height of 10 feet; and coniferous and broadleaf evergreens shall be at least 10 feet in height.
2. Design Standards
a. Nature Features Context
In order to fit development into its context, the various elements of context must be understood. For natural features, that means understanding significant topography, hydrology, and habitat corridors on and beyond the site itself.
B. Open Space and Recreation
b. Nature Features
FROM THE CITY’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN GOALS:
Natural features such as wooded stands, topographic features, or wetlands should be integrated into development as assets to the full extent possible, for environmental reasons and to highlight the unique character of each site.
Goal P.1 Provide a network of parks, trails, athletic fields, and open spaces that delivers a variety of active and passive recreational opportunities to the Sammamish community. Goal EC.1 Serve as a leader in environmental stewardship of the natural environment for current and future generations.
c. Hillside Development
Development on hillsides should minimize clearing and grading instead buildings and streets must be designed
12 | Title 21: Sammamish Development Code
Effective | January 1, 2022
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