This page contains official administrative interpretations of the City of Sequim's code by the Community Development Director in accordance with the Sequim Municipal Code.
What is an Administrative Interpretation?
An interpretation is a formal decision made by the Director who is authorized to interpret words, phrases, and sentences in order to determine the meaning, application, or intent of any development regulation in the City code. Interpretations can be initiated by staff or through an application process and are made in accordance with the intent and purpose of zoning regulations and the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
IMPORTANT: A request for an administrative interpretation may relate to a specific site, land use district, use, or application within the City of Sequim. An interpretation of the provisions of the Sequim Municipal Code (SMC) clarifies conflicting or ambiguous code language or the scope or intent of a code provision until such time as a formal amendment is adopted. It may not be used as, or considered to be, an amendment to the SMC.
Submittal Process
For information on how to submit an interpretation, please contact the planning department at planningdept@sequimwa.gov or by calling 360-683-4908. Fees are outlined in accordance with SMC 3.68.