5131 HARBOR LN 2016-01-01 MF Import

Baker, Port of Everett, Cascades), in the opposite direction from the Kleins. Owing to the uniqueness of its location, elevation, and separation from neighboring parcels, we propose that there exist extraordinary circumstances applying to Parcol 9 which do not apply to its northerly neighbors or to other typical RS parcels. Question 2-Preservation of Prooer�y Riaht The plat map (Exhibit B) will illustrate that the top of a steep bank establishes the eastern edge of the buildable site area for parcels 1-9 at Harbor Ridge. The development trend is for houses to be located as far east as possible in order to access the northeasterly view of Mt. Baker. One will notice that the alignment of the bank at parcels 6,7, and 8 allows for each hcuse to move increasingly easterly, providing views past one anotF�ar to the northeast. The steep bank turns in direction at parcel 9, moving the logical building platform further to the wast, suggesting that views to the northeast will be obstructed by houses located on parcels 7 and 8. The covenants (Exhibit A, Article 5.8) for Harbor Ridge take this fact into account by providing that the height of parcel 9 should not be constrained by covenant as are lots 1-8. Views at Harbor Ridge therefore are property rights protected by height covenants on all other similar parcels in the same vicinity, but these covenants are specificaily waived at parcel 9, the Kleins' parcel, recognizing that any house to be built on Parcel 9 might need to excesd the 25 foot height limit in order to enjoy the same view rights. Question 3-Detrimental to the P blic Welfare As indicated by the narrative responses tc questions 1 and 2, the public as well as ali other properties in the vicinity , will barely be able to see the proposed Klein Residence, if at all. No views will be obstructed, nor any other form of injury be inflicted on any party. � _ •� ' ••� �- .u• -�- .� There will be no affect upon the Comprehensive Plan. The proposed use is acceptable under the zoning code. No exceptions to any municipal code or ordinance is sought beyond the increase to the height limit, Section 19.12.060.