Ordinance 2096-95 - Laserfiche WebLink

1. The proposed planned development's compatibility with surrounding properties, especially related to: a. Landscaping and buffering of buildings,parking, loading and storage areas, b. Public safety, c. Site access, on-site circulation and off-street parking, d. Light and shadow impacts, e. Number, size and location of signs, f. Generation of nuisance irritants such as noise, smoke, dust, odor, glare, vibration or other undesirable impacts, g. Architectural design of buildings and harmonious use of materials; 2. The unique characteristics of the subject property; 3. The unique characteristics of the proposed use(s); 4. The arrangement of buildings and open spaces as they relate to various uses within or adjacent to the planned development; 5. Visual impact of the planned development upon the surrounding area; 6. Public improvements proposed in connection with the planned development; 7. Preservation of unique natural features of the property; 8. The public benefit derived by allowing the proposed alteration of development standards. Section 4. That should any section, subsection,paragraph, sentence clause or phrase set forth in this ordinance or its application to any person or situation be declared unconstitutional or invalid for any reason, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation. The City Council of the City of Everett hereby declares that it would have adopted this ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause,phrase or portion thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases or portions be declared invalid or unconstitutional. Section 5. It is expressly the purpose of this ordinance to provide for and promote the health, safety and welfare of the general public and not to create or otherwise establish or designate any particular class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or benefited by the terms of this ordinance. It is the specific intent of this ordinance that no provisions nor any term used in this ordinance is intended to impose any duty whatsoever upon the City or any of its officers or employees. Nothing contained in this ordinance is intended nor shall be construed to create or form the basis of any liability on the part of the City, or its officers, employees or agents, for any injury or damage resulting from any action or inaction on the part of the City, its officers, employees or agents.