201 E MARINE VIEW DR 2016-01-01 MF Import

._.....Y�._...�.,�..�- ' -� , . � � Findings: Landscape Category 'C� applies to the proposed use. - There is an existing area of native vegetation located on the south property line, between the site and Marine View Drive. This vegetation provides a buffer between the site and existing residences on the south side of Marine View Drive. The Planning Director has waived the landscaping requirements under the authority of Subsection 35.070.A of the Zoning code. Conclusions: Existing conditions on and adjacent to the site, including presence of native vegetation and topography, would render the landscaping requirements of Section 35 of the Zoning � Code ineffective. Therefore, the landscaping requirements are waived. 8. The generation of nuisance irritants such as noise, smoke, dust, odor, qlare, v�sual blight or other undesirable impacts. Findings: The proposed switchinq station would not involve use of noise-generating equipment and would not produce emissions to the air. Conclusions: No noise, smoke, dust, odor, glare, visual blight or other undesirable impacts will be created except during the construction of the project. 9. Consistency with the qoals and policies of the Everett General Plan for the area and land use designation in which the property is located. Findings: The site is designated Water-Oriented industry--Port Development on the General Plan map. There are no policies which address above ground utilities in areas with this designation. However, the Zoning Code allows above ground utilities, subject to review process II.B. Conclusions: The use is not inconsistent with the General Plan. 10. Compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance and other City, State and Federal regulations. Findinqs: The proposal has been reviewed under SEPA, with the PUD assuming lead agency status. In addition, contaminated soils on the site have been remediated. According to information provided by the applicant, remediation was complete in September 1992. The City has not received official acknowledgment from the Department of Ecology (DOE) or Health District that soil contaminant levels meet cleanup standards. Conclusions: Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant must provide information which dncuments that soils contaminants levels do not exceed state and/or local cleanup levels. If this information is provided, the proposal wi.11 3