2130 COLBY AVE 2016-01-01 MF Import

FEB-�9-04 11 �01 FROM�EVERErTT PLANNING DEPi ID�425=578742 PAGE 4/B 1,� , (5) Compatibility of proposed structures and improvements with surcoundinp properties, induding the size, height, localion, setback and arrangement of all proposed buildings and facilities, especially as ihey relate to light and shadow impacts on more sensitive land uses and iess intensive zon�s. (6) The num,ber, size, and location of signs, especiall;r as they relate to more sensiave land uses. (7) Tha landscaping, buffering, and screening of buildings, parking, loading and storage areas, especially as th�y relate to mare sensitive land uses. � (8) The generation of nuisance irritants such as noise, smoke, dust, odor, glare, visual blight, or other undesirable impacts. (9) Consistency with the goals and polipes of the Everett General Plan for the area and land use designaiion vohich the property is located. (10) Compliance with the provisions of this ordinance and other City, State, and Federal regulations. (11) Accessibility to public transit and tra�c reduction measures proposed by the Applicant.to reduce dependence of the proposed use on the automobile. 4. The residence on-site was donaied to the City of Everett Parks Department by Mr. and Mrs. Ed Morrow. The intent of the donation w2s that the house retain its histcrical significance and remaln in the publ(c domain for City and public use. The proposed usz for staff offices and public meetings and �atherings is consistent with the i�.tent and pro�rides a long-term benefit to the neighborhood and for the City. (exhibit 8, Ervin� testimony) 5. 7he subject property is located at ihe comer of Colby Avenue and 23`d Street. Colby Avenue, a major arterial street, is able to carry significant amounts of tra�c. There is also public transportation available on Col6y Avenue. The proposed use would not exacerbate impacls on traffic. The streets in the area � can carry the additional vehicles. (exhibit 8) 6. The site is served with City of Everett water and sewer, and the Snohomish 'I County PUD provides eleclrical power, Adequate utili6es are available to the site. (exhibit 8) i 7. When public meetings are held on-site, the maximum number of attendees wnuld be 49 people or less. The Parks Department staff offces would include th�ee full-time personnel. There will be no adverse impacts created by the proposal. (exhibit 8, Ervine testimony) l