3610 UPLAND AVE 2016-01-01 MF Import

1'1 All of the exhibits are available for inspection at the Hearing Examiners Office located at 2930 Wetmore Avenue, 8th floor, Everett, Washington. After due consideration of the testimony and evidence presented by the Applicant, testimony and evidence elicited during the public hearing by the Everett Hearing Examiner, the following findings of fact and conclusions constitute the basis of the decision of the Everett Hearing Examiner. FINDINGS OF FACT 1. The Applicant requested approval to build a 20 foot high, 952 square foot garage on property at 3610 Upland Avenue, Everett, WA 98203. Because the garage exceeds fifteen feet in height, it is subject to a Review Process III. (Exhibit 1) 2. The proposed garage wili have minimum v�ew obstruction. The aesthe�ic impact of the garage will be minimal on surrounding properties and streetscape. A neighboring property owner who will see the garage supported the request. (Exhi6it 1, Ervine testimony, Franssen testimony) 3. The proposed garage will be compatible in scale with dwellings on surrounding properties. It will not adversely impact neighborhood character. (Exhi6it 1, Ervine testimony) Jurisdiction: The Hearing Examiner of the City of Everett has jurisdictionel authority to hold a hearing ard to issue the decision. That authority is set forth in EMC 2.23.120. Based on the above findings, the Hearing Examiner enters the following conclusions: CONCLUSIONS 1. The Applicant requested approval to build a 20 foot high, 952 square foot garage on property at 361 C Upland Avenue, Everett, WA 98203. Because the garage exceeds fifteen feet in height, it is subject to a Review Process III.(Finding 1) 2. EMC 19.07.020(K) sets forth ths review criteria for accessory structures that exceed the fifteen foot height limit. These criteria have been reviewed and are satisfied by the proposal. (Findings 2 & 3) 3. The proposal will have no view obstruction, aesthetic impact on surrounding properties or streetscapes. The proposal will not be 2