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AND WHEREAS, the Planning Commission made Findings and Conclusions as follows: FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS: 1 . Shoreline Master Plan/Comprehensive Plan Findings: The subject property is designated Urban by the Snohomish County Shoreline Master Program (the controlling document in this annexed area) which permits fill in conformance with the applicable regulations. The Master Program also requires that fills only be permitted when used as preparation for an activity otherwise permitted by the Shoreline Master Program. The Shoreline Master Program also requires the City to have a dredge spoils management plan. One element of this management plan is to have disposal sites identified and . approved in advance of the dredging. This site provides the potential for containing 400,000 cubic yards of dredge material. * Conclusion: The proposed activity is generally consistent with the Snohomish County Shoreline Master Program and all planning documents relating to the site. * See Exhibit #6 for other applicable plans and regulations 2. Zoning: Finding: The property is zoned Flood Fringe Commercial/Industrial District. Conclusion: The fill proposed on the property is two feet above the 100-year flood elevation, which is consistent with the Flood Fringe District requirements and the Federal Flood Insurance Program. 3. Water Dependency: Finding: The site is not suitable for water-dependent use since water movement by barge on Union Sough is restricted by the Highwway 99 North roadway. Conclusion: Since the water-dependent criteria cannot be met, then the general public interest can only be met by providing increased opportunities for public access to the shoreline. 4. Environmental Impacts: Finding: The environmental impacts from the specific development of filling will be addressed in detail at the time specific information is provided on the source and quality of fill material. Conclusion: The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) checklist review process provides the opportunity for review and comment by interested parties at the development stage. 5. Buffer Zone between site and Union Slough: Finding: There is a need to provide an adequate separation' between the proposed Business Park Development and the water to minimize the impact on the existing dike environment. The buffer area needs to address both wildlife needs, the needs of the business park occupants, and the general public. General public access to the shoreline will be required in this development since the business park is not water-related/dependent. -2-