2810 HIGHLAND AVE 2018-01-02 MF Import

b. Conclusions: The requirement to relocate the sign from the roo t� To t eluilding facade would not affect Pritne Equipment's ability to compete with other businesses because the entire site is fully visible from the surrounding Hwy ramps and other adjacent roadways. If the variance is granted, it would allow for the subject site to have roof signage that is not permissible for other businesses in the area and would provide a basis for those businesses with non -conforming roof signs to avoid compliance with the City's sign code regulations. Criterion No. 4• That ti'fi ee 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: ei'fi grant►ng oche variance is consistent with the goals and policies of the Everett General Plan. A. Findiu : The Everett General Plan designates this property as Wight Industry. b. Conclusions: The proposed use of the subject property for comm�%rcta purposes is consistent with the Everett General Plan. Criterion No. 6: e need the requested variance is not the result of a self-created hardship. A. Fic4i: The applicant states that Prime Equipment is attempting to maintain its business in the City of Everett. The location of the building is 2810 Highland. Visibility is blocked south, west, and north by the Hwy 2 Trestle. b. Conclusions: The Prime Equipment building on the site is fully visible from the north, south, east and west. Each of the building facades is permitted to have signage on them. The roof sign could be located on any of these facades and additional signs added to the other facades. The need for the requested variance is a self-created hardship.