2720 HOYT AVE LIBRARY PLACE 2018-11-28

17. All rooftop mechanical equipment must be designed and constructed to be an integral element of the building pursuant to EMC Chapter 19.22.020.D.5.c. 18. The Washington State Clean Air Act requires the use of all known, available, and reasonable means of controlling air pollution, including dust. Dust generated during construction activities can be controlled by wetting those dust sources such as areas of exposed soils, washing truck wheels before they leave the site, and installing and maintaining gravel construction entrances. Construction vehicle track-out is also a major dust source. Any evidence of track-out can trigger violations and fines from the Department of Ecology or the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency. Design Requirements for the B-3 Zone: This proposal is subject to the standards in Section 22 of the Zoning Code, as amended by Ord.No. 2923-06. The standards contain general and specific requirements addressing site plan layout and building design, including the following: • Streetscape Treatment and Parking Standards; • Building Design, including transparency, window treatment, exterior materials, entrances, and blank wall treatment; • Storefront details for non-residential uses; • Open space and modulation/articulation for residential uses; and • Floor area ratio bonus features. Under Section 22.020.0 of the Zoning Code, this project is permitted to have a Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 3.0. The maximum permitted FAR may be increased if the bonus design elements listed in Section 22.020.E are incorporated. This project proposes a FAR of 3.3, which requires incorporation of one bonus design element under Subsection 22.020.E. According to narrative information provided with the application, the proposed bonus design elements include the following: • Below Grade Parking(FAR Bonus of 1.0). Findings Concerning Basic Design Standards: Based on a preliminary review of the site plan and elevations on file, the City has determined that the proposal is generally consistent with these requirements. The plans submitted for building permit application must be consistent with the plans on file. Note: Based on the information on file, it is not clear how some of the basic design standards will be met. Prior to approval of the building permit application. The following additional information/ clarifications must be provided: 1. Section 22.020.D.4.c—Parking Garage Design: Additional information must be provided regarding the design of the concrete wall around the garage entry. The standards require a 6