1718 ENGLAND AVE 2016-01-01 MF Import

i The Cily finds lhat the proposed construction of a single family residence is not out of scale or character with th�� neighborhood, and therefore the proposed setbacks modification snould not be detrimental to the site, or surrounding area. b. Conclusions: The City provided written notice to all property owners within 300 feet of the subject site; one comment was received. The proposal should not be materially detrimenlal to the neighborhood area or the City as a whole. Criterion No. 3: That the variance will only grant the subject property the same general rights enjoyed by other property in the same area and zone as the subject property. a. Findinqs: The applicant has stated that the requested variance is to accommodate the consiruction of a single family residence with required off street parking, and that these rights have been enjoyed by otlier properties in the neighborhood. The applicant has stated that the proposed residence will be located at a very similar setback to the neighboring properties. There have been several variances approved for neighboring property owners within close proximity to the subject sile. These have included setback variances for garages, and decks. The basis for the approval of several of the past variances has been the topography challenges of the lots. b. Conclusions: Most of the properties adjacent to the subject site have been developed with single family residences. A review of the neighborhood area does show other properties which appear to have structures located within required setback areas, that have been approved through the variance process. Criterion No. 4: That the variance is the minimum necessary to allow the subject property the general rights described in Criterion 3. a. Findinqs: See Criteria #3. b. Conclusio�s: See Criteria #3 Criterion No. 5: The granting of the variance is consistent with the goals and policies oi the Everett General Plan. a. Findinqs: The Everett General Plan designates this property as 1.2, Single Family Detached 5-10 Dweilings per gross acre. b. Conclusions: The proposed use of the subject propFrty for single family residenlial purposes is consistent with the Everett General Plan. 3��')