3215 21ST ST 2018-01-02 MF Import

n a• Blndin= The applicant has stated that the variance is necessary because it is not possible to add onto "unit B" of the duplex in any other direction and that the existing duplex conformed to the zoning code in effect when is was construMd. b• Conductor & The subject property is a corner lot. The existing duplex was constructed in 1979 with its front yard and front building setback orientation toward 21st Street S.E. Criterion No 2- That the variance will not be materially detrimental to the property in the area of the subject property or to the City as a whole. a• End�gin �•0 The applicant has stated that the variance will not be detrimental to the property in the area of 3215 21st Street S.E. or the City as a whole because it is an improvement to the existing structure and neighborhood. b• Con 1 ucionc• Verbal testimony fiom the property owners at 2026 and 2025 State Street opposing the variance request was given at the hearing. Criterion No. 3• That the variant will only grant the subject property the same general rights enjoyed by other property in the same area and zone as the subject property. a• En— din�,E: The applicant has stated that most of the other homes in the area only have a 5 foot setback requirement on the north property line. b. Conclusions The typical setback from an interior side Property line is 5 feet, however the subject property being a corner lot was developed with its north property line as the rear property line thus requiring a minimum 20 foot setback. Criterion No. 4- That the variance is the minimum necessary to allow the subject property the general rights described in Criterion 3. a• Fin in : See Criteria #3. b• Conclusions: See Criteria #3 Criterion No 5- The granting of the variance is consistent with the goals and policies of the Everett General Plan.