1623 ENGLAND AVE 2016-01-01 MF Import

� � c a. FindtncZs: The applicant has stated that many property owners in the gener:�l vicinity have garages on site, and that some proper".:s may even have structures which encroach into setbacks. b. Conclusions: Many of the homes within the vicinity of the subject property do benefit from the presence of an on site garage. A review of the neighborhood area does show other properties which have structures within the front setback. Criterion No. 4: That the variance is the minimum necessary to allow the subject property the general rights described in Criterion 3. a. Findings: See Criteria #3. b. Conclusions: See Criteria#3 Criterion No. 5: ' The granting of the variance is consistent with the goals and policies of the Everett General Plan. a. Findings: The Everett General Plan designates this property as 1.2, Single Family Detached, 5-10 Dwellings per gross acre. b. Conclusions: The praposed use of the subject property for residential purposes is consistent with the Everett General Plan. � Criterto� No. 6: The need for the requested variance is not the result of a self- created hardship. , a. Findings: The applicant has stated that locating a garage to the east of the existing residence which met the 2� foot setback wouid put the northeast corner cf the garage foundation at approximately 28 feet below the proposed garage floor elevation. 7he proposed garage design and layout extends into a portion of the existing house in order to minimize the proximity to the steep slope area directly to the east. The structure cannot extend further north or west due to the existing structural elements of the house, including a stair and bathroom location. The applicant states that the 12 foot encroachment into the front yard setback is the minimum required for a standard two car garage, and is not the result of a self-created hardship. b. Conclusions: The proposed garage is being located such to take into account the steep slope area, as well as the locaticn of the existing house. Due to the natural configuration of the subject site, the requested variance is not the result of a self created hardship. �