Ordinance 3128-09 - Laserfiche WebLink

If nighttime construction is requested by developers, then they would be required to submit a noise control study for City approval, demonstrating compliance with the City's nighttime noise ordinance limits. Section 8: HOUSING 8.1 Mitigation Required by Existing Regulations Policies for the development of the City's housing stock are directed by the City of Everett Comprehensive Plan Housing Element. The creation or demolition of housing units is largely subject to two codes: the International Building Code (IBC) and the design and zoning requirements of the City's Zoning Code--specifically, the B-3 Zoning District and the new Core Residential Area Design Standards, adopted in 2008. Within Downtown, housing units are permitted to be built at unlimited density. Regulations in the B-3 zone place a heavy emphasis on design of the structure and open space requirements. Permitted heights are variable based on location and subject to incentive-based bonuses; setbacks are not required, except for a 10- foot setback or vertical separation for units along the right-of-way. Chapters 5 and 6 of the Everett Zoning Code also regulate permitted uses and development standards. Because Everett receives and administers funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the City maintains a housing plan. The 2005-2009 Consolidated Plan and 2005 Action Plan document the status of affordable housing, needs, and strategies for the future. Housing projects that utilize CDBG grants or other federal funds are subject to federal guidelines and affordability standards as well. 8.2 Mitigation Measures Without incentives—bonus measures, tax relief, etc. – property owners of the new residential structures will strive to capture the highest housing prices and monthly rents possible. As noted above, while units in Downtown may be more "affordable," they will not necessarily meet the adopted definitions of affordability to low- and moderate-income families. To correct this natural market tendency, the City will need to continue programs that support and stimulate the development of affordable units. Potential mitigation measures include: • Implementing mitigation measures for historical buildings worth saving. • Continuing affordable incentive programs already established by the city, including tax incentives, property valuations, and low-interest loans. • Continue to garner federal and State funding, including Community Development Block Grants (CBDG) and other available funds. • As Everett houses more than its proportionate share of low- and moderate-income households across the county, continue to work with Snohomish County to ensure the assistance of County resources and funds to projects within the City. • Monitor the Fair Share housing goals that have been established within Snohomish County Tomorrow to ensure that all Snohomish County cities plan for and absorb a 22