2501 MELVIN AVE A&B 2016-01-01 MF Import

CITY OF EVERETT PLANNING DIRECTOR DECISION Multipie Family Modification Review II #06-0OB Maroh 31, 2006 DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: For the construction of four dwellings in two duplex buildings, the applicant is seeking modification of multiple family development standards: allow approximately 90 square feet of a vehicle maneuvering pad to be located within the side yard setback on the west, and to reduce the rear yard setback from 20 feet to 10 feet. Applicant: Dave Madle 17528 39`" Drive NE Arlington, WA 98223 Location: 2501 Melvin Zoning: R-3 Multiple Family Medium Density Contact Person: John Jimerson Phone: (425) 257-8737 Section 19.15.101(D) of the Everett Municipal Code (EMC) states that"An applicant may propose and the Planning Director(using Review Process II) may allow an applicant to deviate from certain development standards and/or Multiple Family Design Guidelines provided the proposal satisfies the evaluation criteria contained in subsection 15.010.D.3 of the Everett Zoning Code." Findinps and Conclusions: The following findings and conclusions are based on the criteria established in Section 19.15.010.D.3. of the Zoning Code: 1. The unique characteristics ot the subject property and/or its surroundings and how t�iey will be protected or enhanced by modifying the development standards or design guidelines. Findinsts: Melvin Ave east of Broadway exte�ds for one block before it terminates at the edge of the Interstate 5 right-of-way. Excluding the project site, there are about six single family homes and an eight unit apartment complex fronting on Melvin. A seventh house gains access to Melvin via a driveway next to Interstate 5. Tlie proposed use provides multi-family housing as envisioned by the comprehensive plan and zoning, while at the same time, the site and building design provides a streetscape appearance compatible and consistent with the single family homes on the block. The positive characteristics of the proposed development and whether such characteristics could be provided by compliance with the development standards andlor design guidelines proposed to be modified. Findinns: The proposed layout helps the project to avoid a long driveway/parking ii'1