8615 7TH AVE SE 2018-01-02 MF Import

The proposed use must be evaluated per the following general and specific criteria as required by Section 41.150.0 & D of the City of Everett Zoning Code: The need of the neighborhood, district, or city for a proposed special property use. Findings: The existing church has a shortfall of off-street parktog spaces for its member. Conclusions: There is a need for additional off-street parking spaces. 2. The adequacy of streets, utilities and public services required to serve a proposed use. Findings: 7"' Avenue SE has been improved with curb, gutter, sidewalk, and utilities. Conclusions: The streets, utilities, and public services are adequate to serve the proposed use. 3. The hapact of traffic generated by the proposed use on the surrounding area, pedestrian circulaiira and public safety; and the ability of the proponent to mitigate such potential impacts. Findings: The new parking lot will reduce the number of cars parked on the street. Conclusions: There will be no significant traffic impact. 4. The provision of adequate off-street parking, on -site circulation, and site access. Findings: The existing parking lot will be restriped to improve traffic flow and safety. There are three access points to the parking lot. Conclusions: Off-street parking will be increased and site circulation improved. 5. Compatibility of proposed structures and improvements with surrounding properties, including the size, height, location, setback and arrangement of all proposed buildings and facilities, especially as they relate to light and shadow impacts on more sensitive land uses and less intensive zones. Findings: No structures are proposed. The parking lot expansion is over 50 feet from any adjacent properties