2014/10/29 Council Agenda Packet

2 ORDINANCE NO. , An Ordinance Amending the Everett Zoning Code, Ordinance No. 1671- 89, as amended (EMC Title 19),to authorize upper story wall signs for limited usage in the B-3 Zone (Central Business.District). • • WHERAS, the City of Everett Zoning Code contains regulations for signage in the B-3, Central Business District Zone; and WHERAS, the City of Everett Zoning Code contains regulations for signage in the B-3, Central Business District Zone; and WHERAS, it is necessary from time to time to update zoning regulations to provide clarification or create additional standards related to specific uses; and WHERAS,the City received a request to amend sign code regulations for the B-3, Central - Business District Zone to-allow for signs at the top of buildings for limited usage; and WHERAS,the proposed amendment to the Zoning Code will provide for increased wayfmding for tourist and economic activity; and WHERAS,the Planning Commission held a public workshop on June 17 and July 15, 2014 to discuss and consider potential amendments to the Zoning Code related to upper story wall signs; and WHERAS,the Planning Commission held a public hearing on September 2, 2014 and has recommended that the City Council approve the proposed amendment to the zoning regulations for upper story wall signage; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds the following: 1. The proposed amendment is consistent with the applicable provisions of the Everett Management Comprehensive Plan; and 2. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relation to the public health, safety and welfare of the Everett community; and 3. The proposed amendment promotes the best long-term interests of the Everett community. Z 4