10.12.070 Accessible and Fire Lane Parking Violations and Penalties:
A. It is unlawful for any person to park a motor vehicle in a parking space for use by persons who qualify for special parking privileges as indicated by signage in compliance with RCW 46.61.581, or by signage displaying the international symbol of access described under RCW 70.92.120 upon the parking surface or upon a sign between thirty-six inches (36") and eighty-four inches (84") off the ground unless such person shall display, as provided by the laws of the State of Washington, a special card, decal, or license plate issued under RCW 46.16.381.
B. It is unlawful for any person to park a motor vehicle in any area marked as a fire lane by the Fire Chief, so designated by a red curb or signage between thirty-six inches (36") and eighty-four inches (84") above ground, except for Fire Department, Police Department, or Municipal Services vehicles in the performance of official duties.
C. No person shall stop, park, or leave standing any vehicle within fifteen feet (15') of a fire hydrant, to include private parking lots except as follows:
1. If the vehicle is attended by a licensed driver who is seated in the front seat and who can immediately move such vehicle in case of necessity.
2. If the vehicle is owned or operated by a fire department and is clearly marked as a fire department vehicle.
D. Any person violating subsection A above shall be deemed to have committed a parking infraction that is punishable by a non-suspendable, non-deferrable penalty of two hundred fifty dollars ($250).
E. Any person violating subsection B above shall be deemed to have committed a parking infraction that is punishable by a non-suspendable, non-deferrable penalty of one hundred seventy-five dollars ($175). (Ord. 2690, 10/22/13; Ord. 2615, 4/26/11; Ord. 1818, 10/27/98; Ord. 1489, 1991; Ord. 1214, 1986)