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31 . Based on the submitted site plan (exhibit #3), there is preservation of natural site <br /> features, variation of buildings, and adequate solar orientation. (Wood <br /> testimony) <br /> 32. The proposed development will be harmonious with other properties in the area. <br /> (Exhibit #1) <br /> 33. At the public hearing there was no opposition testimony. <br /> 34. The Applicant agreed with the identification of impacts resulting from the <br /> proposed development. The Applicant also agreed that the mitigation measures, <br /> as proposed by the City, are reasonable. (Smith testimony) <br /> Jurisdiction: The Hearing Examiner of the City of Everett has jurisdictional authority to <br /> hold a hearing and to make a recommendation to the Everett City Council. Based on <br /> the above findings, the Hearing Examiner makes the following conclusions: <br /> CONCLUSIONS <br /> 1. The Applicant requested approval of an amendment to the City of Everett's <br /> Zoning Map for property at the 9800 Block of 2nd Avenue West. The requested <br /> amendment was to change the zoning of the subject property from an R-3 to an <br /> R-3(PRD) designation. In addition, the Applicant requested approval of a PRD <br /> and a preliminary plat for the subdivision of the parcel, 1 .53 acres of land. The <br /> subdivision will result in 11 lots, with 10 lots being single-family residential lots <br /> and one lot being developed as a duplex. (Finding #1) <br /> 2. A Performance Agreement Rezone is reviewed pursuant to the provisions of <br /> EMC 19.42.160.D.8. The requirements of this ordinance include: <br /> 1 . The proposal must be consistent with the Everett Comprehensive Plan. <br /> 2. The proposal must bear a substantial relation to public health, safety, and <br /> welfare and promote the best long term interest of the Everett community. <br /> 3. The terms of the Resolution of Intent agreed to by the Applicant and the <br /> City must be sufficient to mitigate adverse impacts upon existing or anticipated <br /> land uses in the immediate vicinity of the subject property. <br /> All of these criteria are satisfied with the proposed Everett Zoning Code <br /> amendment. (Findings #7, #8, #9, #10, #24 & #29) <br /> 3. The proposed subdivision of the subject property, with the density of 10 units per <br /> acre, is consistent with the Everett General Plan designation of Medium Density, <br /> Multiple-Family 20 - 29 Dwelling Units Per Gross Acre. It satisfies the density <br /> range as established in the Everett General Plan. (Finding #29) <br /> 6 <br />