1824 LOMBARD AVE 2016-01-01 MF Import

proposed structure does provide for the required two parking stalls on site, and could still meet this requirement if the structure were in compliance with all zoning code requirements. b• Conclusions: The �ity provided written notice to ali property owners within 300 feet of the subject site. No comments were received. The proposed variance has been reviewed by the City Pubiic W�rks and Building Departments. The following comments were received: 1) Building permits from the City are required for construction; 2) Connect downspouts to sidesewer. Criteri— °-- n N°• 3: That the variance will only grant the subject property the same general rights enjoyed by other properry in the same area and zone as the subject property. a• Findinc�s: The applicant has stated that many properties abutting the alley along the 1800 block between Lombard and Oakes Street have garages which appear to be,located on or close to the rear property line. Additionally, many of the accessory structures and residences in the area are located either right on or very close to the side Property line. While many of the structures in the area may not comply with current building setbacl<s, many of these structures could be certified as legal non-conforming, indicating they were constructed prior to the code standards in effect today. Upon review of the City's Permit Database, no variance applications were found for properties within the immediate vicinity of the subject property. b• Conclusions: Aithough several structures in the area may fail to comply with the required five foot side setback, and may exceed rear yard coverage, it is likely that these structures were built prior to the effective date of the Zoning Code which established these requirements. Criterion No. 4: That the variance is the minimum necessary to allow the subject property the generai rights described in Criterion 3. a• �in_ din2s: See Criteria #3. b• Conclusions: See Criteria #3 Criteri�0_5; The granting of the variance is consistent with the goals and policies of the Everett General Plan. a• Findinc,�s: The Everett General Plan designates this property as 1.3, Single Family Detached, 10-12 Dwellings per gross acre. b• Conclusions: The proposed use of the subject property for residentiai purposes is consistent with tne Everett General Plan. �