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(1) In addition to the exclusions in CMC 19.20.060, the following development activities do not create an additional fire impact and are exempt from the requirements of this chapter:

(a) Projects in which existing dwelling units are converted into condominium ownership and where no new dwelling units are created.

(b) Any development activity for which fire impacts have been mitigated pursuant to a voluntary agreement entered into with the RFA to pay fees, dedicate land or construct or improve fire protection facilities; provided, that the agreement predates the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter.

(c) Any development of 200 square feet or less that does not use or store hazardous materials that would create a life safety risk.

(d) Two-thirds of the normal residential impact fee is exempted for the construction of accessory dwelling units constructed on a property with an existing single-family dwelling unit.

(e) Pursuant to RCW 82.02.100(2), where automatic fire sprinklers are installed in single-family residential occupancies, a reduced fee equal to 70 percent of the impact or level of service fee shall serve to mitigate the costs of needed EMS and rescue resources.

(2) The Director shall be authorized to determine whether a particular development activity falls within an exclusion identified in this section or under other applicable law. Determinations of the Director shall be in writing and shall be subject to the appeals procedures set forth in Chapter 14.45 CMC. (Ord. 08-17 § 2 (Exh. A))