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Why it matters: The proposed changes seek to balance durability and local appearance standards with the reality that many small outbuildings, carports and canopies in Ocean Shores are built of metal and are exposed to harsh coastal weather. The commission tried to make the code easy to interpret for permit reviewers while avoiding unintended consequences for permitted structures that require building engineering.

Commissioners and staff discussed changes to Ocean Shores Municipal Code 17.50.21 addressing exposed fastener, ribbed or architectural metal roofing. Marshall, city staff, said the code needs clearer distinctions between \"less than 200 square foot accessory structures\" (which often require no permit) and larger permitted structures such as carports and gazebos that do require permits and engineering. \"I intended to get back into this code before the meeting, to provide some clarification,\" Marshall said, noting confusion over where exposed fastener roofing should be permitted.

The commission debated whether canopies, carports and boat covers should be allowed to use exposed metal siding and, if so, how much wall coverage to permit on primary structures. Commissioner discussion focused on limiting exposed-metal siding on primary structures or detached garages over 200 square feet and on whether canopies attached to buildings would be subject to building-code structural requirements.

A related change to Ocean Shores Municipal Code 17.50.11 would add nonmetallic, \"wood-like appearance\" materials (wood, vinyl or resin) as required exterior wall surfaces for nonaccessory sheds (sheds 120 square feet or less on unimproved lots); commissioners discussed whether to apply similar restrictions to accessory sheds on developed lots. Marshall said larger permitted structures would be subject to structural engineering requirements.

At the same meeting, the commission moved and approved adding three definitions to 17.5 (the zoning definitions chapter): awning, canopy, and \"intermodal shipping container (Connex).\" The motion passed with \"Aye\" from commissioners; the exact vote count was not specified on the record. The approved definitions were drawn from building-code language (awning and canopy from the International Building Code Appendix H) and define an intermodal shipping container as \"a six-sided steel unit originally constructed as a general cargo container used for the transit of goods and materials.\" The commission noted that permitting Connex containers in residential zones will be constrained by zoning (B1 and B2) and that a temporary use during construction could be allowed with removal required before final certificate of occupancy.

Public comment warned of overlaps between Chapter 17 (zoning) and the building code (Chapter 15). Vita and Jane urged caution: Vita cautioned against involving animal control in wildlife or structural permitting processes; Jane told the commission that the canopy and awning definitions came from Appendix H of the International Building Code and that structural issues should be handled under the building code. \"When you get into these structural things… these projects need to be addressed through the building code,\" Jane said.

Commissioners concluded the roofing and siding language needs more work to separate roofing-specific provisions from siding and to make the code readable and enforceable. Staff will revise the proposed text to make clear distinctions (for example, permitted use of exposed fasteners for structures under 200 square feet vs. requirements for permitted/engineered structures over 200 square feet) and return it to a future meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","04 22 2025 Planning Commission Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","The City of Ocean Shores Planning Commission on April 22 reviewed proposed amendments to rules on exposed metal roofing and siding and approved adding definitions for awnings, canopies and intermodal shipping containers to the municipal code.","taxTitle","Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington","taxId",72061,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6264980,"Ocean Shores Planning Commission reopens debate on trapping rules; no ordinance adopted",1675,242000,1917000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3095478-ce610c468c8edcc5650eac08107de861&start=242&end=1917","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3095478-ce610c468c8edcc5650eac08107de861/thumbnail_242000.jpg","/articles/6264980/Ocean-Shores/Grays-Harbor-County/Washington/Ocean-Shores-Planning-Commission-reopens-debate-on-trapping-rules-no-ordinance-adopted","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6264980-e957511f935b8868321139e9a0b56b1b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771194628&Signature=Kmrr1GHnvrKDX5wVBbS2sVdxGXWLxDogD2e1J4814o7w2ueK8On0m4rKXWpR3NpkPLjF9cq5RNCUzo82YvZX7s2NJf3X1Sg8NQK3iPGGhbwvzkPRo0AGbHr7m8UFGIv648bxJMTHD5YRnozoLtIhZAfrUsUuN~U~qcz9cFKWKzAf8mgi8mNgEJmlga2lbAwUjKLlfPTeSd1S5psIarFfqWt~KaO2W8JGC6zdbRUNKTvk-dPiVMhdLtl2NmXyzUlHQJUVuSComvp04a4dBl3jHQDzzV4jBXbZxJVWbMerx0~KgfSk97N4dt9GuFDFODQY34Q-fiWO4uj0PajGS0d5pg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Ocean Shores Planning Commission on April 22 discussed a draft ordinance that would allow licensed removal of wildlife in narrowly defined situations but took no final action.

The draft, presented by Commissioner Dan, would allow trapping when a landowner faces threats to personal safety or property damage and would rely on a multi-step process involving animal control, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and licensed wildlife control operators. \"The document presented for trapping is only a draft,\" Dan said, summarizing the commission’s intent to create \"a simple to understand and efficient process.\" He said compensation for property damage would not be included in the draft.

Why it matters: Ocean Shores currently has a flat prohibition on trapping. Residents and commissioners said that created no formal avenue for homeowners seeking rapid remedies when culverts or private property are damaged by beavers and other animals.

Residents urged keeping a broad no-trapping policy or, if changed, limiting the city’s liability. Vita, an Ocean Shores resident who submitted written public comment, asked the commission to \"Please keep the no trapping in Ocean Shores ordinance on the books,\" warning the city could \"incur liability for the actions of persons who may or may not get the appropriate state trapping license.\" She cited state code excerpts in her comment and urged educating the public and enforcing \"don’t feed the wildlife\" rules first.

Other residents and commissioners described property damage from beavers and plugged culverts as recurring local problems. Jane, a resident who spoke in person, said she was concerned about how the ordinance would define a \"nuisance\" and urged safeguards so \"a homeowner or any resident could not just pick up the phone and say, hey, I need this animal trapped\" without checks and balances.

Under the draft process discussed by commissioners, a resident with a safety or damage complaint would contact animal control (the city’s public safety officer/chief of police), which could assess the situation and contact WDFW if appropriate. WDFW could then authorize a licensed wildlife control operator to perform removal; the property owner would bear the cost. Dan and other commissioners repeatedly emphasized that the proposed pathway was intended to avoid city liability by requiring licensed operators and shifting costs to owners.

Opponents and some commissioners argued the city should avoid involving local animal control in determinations that are squarely within WDFW’s authority. \"Why are you even involving the animal control officer?\" Vita asked during public comment, suggesting property owners contact WDFW directly. Jane echoed that view, saying the issue is primarily within WDFW's purview.

Commissioners acknowledged enforcement and staffing concerns, saying the protocol could introduce additional workload for existing staff and that education would be essential if the code changes. Several commissioners said the draft needs clearer, narrowly tailored language about when trapping is allowed, who may authorize it, and the liability and permit mechanics.

Because the proposal remains a draft, the commission did not vote on an ordinance at the meeting. Commissioners instructed staff to redraft the language to clarify scope, limits, and the step-by-step process discussed and to return the item to a future agenda for further consideration.","Commissioners and residents debated a draft trapping ordinance that would allow licensed removals in limited circumstances; residents urged keeping a no-trapping rule and raised liability and enforcement concerns. No final action was taken; staff and commissioners will rework the draft.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6264970,"Votes at a glance: Ocean Shores Planning Commission actions on definitions and wiring methods",1269,1753000,3022000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3095478-ce610c468c8edcc5650eac08107de861&start=1753&end=3022","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3095478-ce610c468c8edcc5650eac08107de861/thumbnail_1753000.jpg","/articles/6264970/Ocean-Shores/Grays-Harbor-County/Washington/Votes-at-a-glance-Ocean-Shores-Planning-Commission-actions-on-definitions-and-wiring-methods","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6264970-b2a4be20cffb600dbf8da6b059a3c88a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771194628&Signature=KD~vBLm3Mq53~dzzIn6SaZl5kShHjq9gVfZWo~XgGaomRVgs7E1YMod3sQ9ArzVZHo5RJeD5NQqfpypORRuEK5oRMjIqgsOu0Eo871FAFgZif~Lf5IXY1K3ssvIIKlfX4kN4B0aDyzRUJWEhDJOOncsmv6ARzctNST9Rq9tWYxL-fQ1Aeg8tL9iAuf-m5toogfAAHCkbaxMHL39ox85bTbvoYmTsqG7xxAd89Xm--TUpyeIVXNf2T6X-6KMKqgwwD7Qi-cZyeIsehpWJ7nylld2DGhHyR5Fj6EBlDGd41S9-MxkAHKFL9fm8UzP6OPfVcNSYFwJCdK70tvWCkpvl~g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Ocean Shores Planning Commission recorded multiple procedural and code-related votes at its April 22 meeting. Key results:

- Definitions added to municipal code 17.5: The commission approved adding definitions for \"awning,\" \"canopy,\" and \"intermodal shipping container (Connex)\" to Ocean Shores Municipal Code 17.5. The motion passed on the record with commissioners responding \"Aye\"; the exact roll-call vote count was not specified on the recording.

- Wiring methods and materials (meter sockets): The commission approved adding language to Ocean Shores Municipal Code 15.240.02 to require that replaced meter sockets be stainless steel. A motion to add that provision passed with \"Aye\" from commissioners; the exact count was not specified on the record.

- Routine procedural votes: The commission voted to excuse Commissioner Ward from the meeting, approved the meeting agenda and approved minutes from a prior meeting; those procedural motions were moved, seconded and recorded as \"Aye\" on the record.

Notes on vote records: The public meeting audio and transcript reflect unanimous \"Aye\" responses at the time each motion passed, but the transcript does not record an explicit roll-call tally with individual yes/no votes for the code motions. Where additional formal adoption or ordinance numbering is required, items will be forwarded to city council or updated in the municipal code following standard administrative procedures.","At its April 22 meeting the Planning Commission approved adding three definitions to the zoning code (17.5) and approved a wiring-methods change requiring stainless steel meter sockets; several routine procedural motions also passed.","actionData","errors"]

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