27.62.130 SETBACKS AND SPACING BETWEEN BUILDINGS.

(1) Setbacks and Distances Between Buildings Within the Development. Spacing and distances between principal buildings shall be at least equivalent to that required by the zoning district unless the applicant demonstrates that:

(a) A better or more appropriate design can be achieved by not applying the provision of the zoning district; and

(b) Adherence to the requirements of the zoning district is not required in order to insure health, safety and welfare of the inhabitants of the development.