(1) The provisions of this chapter shall be applied when necessary to provide a disabled person full enjoyment of a dwelling unit that otherwise could not be achieved without a waiver or variation in regulations pertaining to the construction or occupancy of the dwelling unit.

(2) The process established by this chapter shall be administered in a manner that will ensure the full exercise and enjoyment of a disabled person’s right to the residential housing of his or her choosing.

(3) The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to commercial activities or zones, provided that, nothing herein shall be interpreted to limit the exercise of a disabled person’s right by or through a residential care provider. In the event of any conflict, or if interpretation of this chapter is required, it shall be implemented and interpreted in accordance with the provisions of the American With Disabilities Act, the Federal Fair Housing Act and the Washington Law Against Discrimination. (Added by Amended Ord. 04-010, Mar. 3, 2004, Eff date Mar. 15, 2004).