1329 63RD ST SE 2018-01-02 MF Import

/40� 4004 Narrative Statement Cont. In our opinion increasing the size of the existing structure would not be materially detrimental to the public welfare and has no affect on the property in the vicinity. The granting of such a variance would not adversely affect the comprehensive general plan. We are seeking a variance to Chapter 19.42.040 of the R2 zoning code which states that accessory buildings in the rear yard setback area "shall not cover more than fifty percent of the rear yard area." The proposed structure would cover 59% of the rear yard setback area. The unique mix exceptional circumstance to the appellant property is that the adjacent lot to the north is vacant with a 6' high chain link fix fence kaaxding boardering the south property line. This is greenbelt area surrounding the city reservoir, houses the fire department training tower, and boarders the Everett Golf and Country Club. Building within 5' of that property line within our setback area would not be offensive to any property owners since the lot is vacant. The proposed structure is actually further away from the east and west property owners houses. Most other lots in the general area do not have this vacant unbuildable property adjacent to the rear lot, therefore they would be infringing on other property owners rights. NIX With the exception of one lot, all other lots in the area have sizable back yards visible from the house which provides for safe play areas for small children. The appellants feel that acquiring a more usalbe backyard is very important for their rights aw as well as improving the property value. It is believed that relocating ,he accessory structure would asthetically impaaa improve the lot appearance and usability. This in turn would improve the value of the surrounding lots. In no way would the proposed strucuture be materially detrimental to the public welfare nor have a negative affect on the property in the vicinity. The granting of such a variance would not adversely affect the comprehensive general plan.