PLN20150068 Hearing Exhibits 2 thru 11.pdfMachuga, Jen
From: Julie Harvey <j7h@outlook.com>
Sent: Friday, February 05, 2016 9:43 AM
To: Machuga, Jen
Subject: RE: FIle# PLN20150068
Jen: my prior message has comments you can submit. Or is their some requirement form to fill out?
I mentioned two concerns, one of which, the disposal of hazardous wastes (like chemo therapy products), Dr
Tripp answered in a reply to me.
The other issue of animals noises- whining, barking in a building located adjacent to our complex, wasn't
addressed adequately. I'd like to see plans of construction for how they want to make that large open
building built up inside somehow, to address noise problems, for a place having sick animals brought 24/7 to
this facility.
My address:
Julie Harvey
8513 MAIN ST UNIT 202
EDMONDS WA 98026
On Wed, Feb 3, 2016 at 4:14 PM -0800, "Machuga, Jen" <Jen.Machugagedmondswa. _ og v> wrote:
Hi Julie,
I am attaching a cover letter that the applicant submitted on January 27th, which provides further description of the
proposal. Their proposal is not to be open for general services 24 hours a day, but to be open at night for emergencies
only. The cover letter does not address your questions related to disposal of waste, so I can ask the applicant for more
information on their plans.
You are more than welcome to submit written comments on the proposal prior to the hearing, which the Hearing
Examiner would then have to review with all public testimony provided at the hearing. If you would like to submit
written comments, you may email them directly to me. Please be sure to include your address so that I can add you as a
party of record to the decision.
Feel free to contact me with any further questions.
Sincerely,
Jen
Jennifer Machuga, Associate Planner
City of Edmonds, Planning Division
121 - 5th Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
(425) 771-0220 ext. 1224
Jen. Machuga@edmondswa.gov
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-----Original Message -----
From: Julie Harvey [mailto:J7H@outlook.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 11:33 AM
To: Machuga, Jen
Cc: JULIE HARVEY
Subject: Flle# PLN20150068
Hello Jen. As a concerned owner of condos adjacent to property on Main St, I'm concerned about having a 24 hour clinic
next to our condos with noisy dogs barking all hours of day and night. What do they plan on doing to that building to
make the community not be hearing such loud noisy sounds?
Also this person has been in an oncology clinic, specializing in animals with cancer. That means they give chemotherapy
and other environmentally bad agents. How do they plan on having the by-products disposed of safely? Will the local
trash company just pick up their trash with all the others?
I'm not sure I can be at the hearing 8 days away, so appreciate you letting me know as soon as you know, the answers to
the above concerns.
Sincerely,
Julie Harvey
Parkview Firs Owner
Jennifer Machuga, Associate Planner
City of Edmonds, Planning Division
121- 5th Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
(425) 771-0220 ext. 1224
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I am writing you about the proposed project at 8401 Main Street by Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care.
There is a hearing on February 11th regarding the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) applied for by Veterinary
Cancer Specialty Care.
I live and work in Edmonds. I own Scratch Distillery by the waterfront. I also live about 4Ji Geks from the
proposed location. I live at 9205 Park Rd. I think that this type of business would be great for our
community.
As a homeowner, Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care would be great for our neighborhood. We all have
pets. Business hours for primary care veterinarians are limited and many of us travel to Lake City or the
East boundary of Lynnwood after hours for urgent pet problems. I am very interested in having the
possibility of 24 hour emergency care nearby. I have no concern for noise, light, or traffic. Traffic would
be much worse with the previous gym there with the new roundabout- that would be a problem at peak
traffic times. With this business type- it should be a mild steady flow of traffic, and obviously still slow at
late night. Lights are part of living in a suburban community- not a concern. Our neighborhood probably
has way more barking dogs from US than what we could ever hear from any veterinary care facility!
As a business owner, I look forward to another business that provides new jobs in Edmonds. I think that
the specialty care veterinary business will have pet -owners coming from the peninsula on the ferry, and
others from around Western Washington. The "Five Corners" area needs a business to improve the
health of all the businesses in that area. It will help all of the restaurants, convenience store, laundry,
and the coffee shop.
I ask that you approve the Conditional Use Permit applied for by Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care. Thanks
for y r tim t
K �ley�rick
Scratch Distillery
425-442-7306
Kimberley Karrick
Owner 1 Distiller
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Edmonds Eylecare
Associates
Jennifer Machuga, Associate Planner
City of Edmonds, Planning Division
121- 5th Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
(425) 771-0220 ext. 1224
Good Morning,
I am writing you today regarding the project at 8401 Main Street and Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care.
There is a hearing scheduled for February 111h regarding the Conditional Use Permit applied for by
Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care.
I own a business approximately %: mile East of the proposed location, at 7315 212`h St SW. I also live
about''/: mile West of the proposed location at 9205 Park Rd. I think that this type of business is perfect
for the "Five Corners" roundabout area.
As a business owner in Edmonds, I look forward to a new professional business that provides new jobs for
our area. I understand the specialty care business model, and this type of business will draw clients from
a much larger area than our own Edmonds population, which is great for our city. The improvement of
the "Five Corners" roundabout area with a new and vital business helps any other business in the vicinity.
The fact that it is open 24/7 is a positive aspect that increases use of the small business district at the
roundabout, at the off-peak times for these businesses. I believe that the staff of this business and the
clients that may be waiting for results or care for their pet can walk for a coffee, a meal, or to the
convenience store in that area.
As a homeowner nearby, I also hope that Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care will be allowed to exist at 8401
Main Street. Most of the people that I know in my neighborhood have feline or canine family members,
and are very interested in having the possibility of 24 hour emergency care available in our neighborhood
for our pets. This is an animal care facility- I have no concern for noise from vehicles or animals. The
nature of a 24/7 business, at least for a professional type of business, is a steady, mild pace of traffic and
usage in the area. In fact I think that some of the past examples of use for this building would now
represent a much greater problem for traffic in the area. For example the grocery store where you would
congest the traffic circle outflow with heavy traffic in and out of that parking lot at 8401 Main Street, all at
4:00-6:00 after people get out of work. Any lighting that is on after 10:00 pm is no more concerning than
the streetlights being kept on. We live in a City.
Please approve the Conditional Use Permit applied for by Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care. We need this
business in this area.
Thanks }sour time,
Brya . arrick
Edmonds Eyecare Associates
425-442-7307 cell
Andrew P. Davis, M.D.
Bryan S. Karrick, O.D., F.A.A.O.
Ben M. Stoebner, O.D., F.A.A.O.
Glen R. Owen, O.D., F.A.A.O.
General Ophthalmology
Primary Eye Care
Primary Eye Care
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Cataract Surgery
Medical Eye Care
Medical Eye Care
Medical Eye Care
Cornea Surgery
Contact Lens
Sports Vision
Glaucoma
7315 212'h St. S.W., Suite 200, Edmonds WA 98026 (425) 774-2020 (425) 670-8932 edmondseyecare aQusa.net www.edmondseyecare.com
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Ms. Jennifer Machuga, Associate Planner
City of Edmonds, Planning Division
121 5th Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
RE: 8401 Main Street & Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care
Dear Ms. Machuga:
I want to convey my support of the Conditional Use Permit for the above referenced property. Adding a
24/7 Pet Emergency Hospital in our area would certainly be a benefit to the citizenry on Edmonds. As
the City has just approved plans for Marina Beach Park it is clear that residents appreciate services for
their canine companions. Having an emergency facility here seems a most appropriate addition to the
community since the closest one now is in south Shoreline!
Five Corners is an excellent location for the hospital from a number of aspects. It wouldn't add to the
congestion of downtown Edmonds. It's easy for non-residents to find, and perhaps most importantly, it
will be owned by someone who truly cares about Edmonds. It has been my pleasure to have known Dr.
Tripp for over 10 years. She is intellectually honest, compassionate and offers a sense of community
that should assuage those who perceive unrealistic problems. In the unlikely event that a complaint did
surface, I believe Dr. Tripp would solve it quickly and efficiently.
It seems important that we understand the resource Dr. Tripp brings to Edmonds. She is one of only 20
board certified oncologists practicing electrochemotherapy in the country. And one of only two in the
Puget Sound area. This Edmonds native will continue to bring much to our community both
professionally and from a public service standpoint. I urge you to grant the Conditional Use Permit in
her favor.
Most respectfully,
Eeizabe K Marks
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Machuga, Jen
From: Shirley Vanderbilt <svanderl@frontier.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 09, 2016 11:17 AM
To: Machuga, Jen
Subject: Bridge Animal Referral Center
Dear Jen,
I want to voice my total approval of this proposed medical center next door to my townhouse complex, Parkview Firs. I
appreciate Dr. Tripp's attention to detail in the planning and welcome the upgrade to our neighborhood. I am aware of
one or two people from our complex who have already or will be voicing objection. I believe these well-meaning
residents do not understand the nature of caring for critically ill animals. I will not be able to attend the hearing, but
please accept my enthusiastic approval to counter any negatives you may hear from my neighbors. I am located in the
building closest to the proposed business and I have no concerns about any disruptions to our peace and quiet.
Thank you,
Shirley Vanderbilt
8417 Main St #A
Edmonds, WA
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Machuga, Jen
From: Duane Hodges <duanehodges@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2016 3:15 PM
To: Machuga, Jen
Subject: Re: File PLN20150068, Five Corners CUP
Here you go Jen
Duane Hodges
21010 Woodlake Dr.
Edmonds, WA 98026
Thanks!
Duane Hodges
NW Commercial Properties, LLC
NW Commercial Management, LLC
(425) 770-6520
On Wed, Feb 10, 2016 at 3:07 PM, Machuga, Jen <Jen.Machuga2edmondswa.gov> wrote:
Dear Mr. Hodges,
Thank you for your comments. I will add them to the record at tomorrow's hearing. Could you please send me your
mailing address so that I can add you as a Party of Record?
Sincerely,
Jen
Jennifer Machuga, Associate Planner
City of Edmonds, Planning Division
121 - 5th Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
(425) 771-0220 ext. 1224
Jen. Machuga@edmondswa.gov
Development Services Hours:
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Monday & Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday - CLOSED
Thursday & Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
From: Duane Hodges [mailto:duanehodges@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2016 9:58 AM
To: Machuga, Jen
Subject: File PLN20150068, Five Corners CUP
Dear Ms. Machuga:
I am writing regarding the application for the Conditional Use Permit for 8401 Main Street, Edmonds.
First, I am involved in the real estate business, having been a broker in the area for 27 years. However, I am
writing primarily as a neighbor, living three lots north of the subject site on Woodlake Drive. My family uses
the improved intersection roundabout approximately 16 times per day.
The City has spent over $2,000,000 to improve the intersection in both function and form. The street
improvements work wonderfully and the aesthetic improvements indicate that the City of Edmonds is
committed to the long term beautification of this gateway thoroughfare. Additionally the BN zoning overlay
allowing structures up to four storeys indicates the long term wishes of the City.
I am concerned that the use of the current building as a 24 hour per day, seven day a week facility would be
odd for the neighborhood. It is a needed use, but not the proper use for the area. A hospital is more of a regional
use. More so, the proposed use absolutely does not fit with City's plans under the zoning language. It would
be far from the highest and best use for the property. Using the existing footprint of the building and adding a
refreshed fagade to the existing structure would make this a terribly underutilized parcel of prime real estate.
I urge the City of Edmonds to reject the Conditional Use Permit and encourage the development in stride with
the existing zoning. My hope is the property would be developed as a mixed -use structure whereby the increase
in density and pedestrian traffic would fit beautifully with the City's plans.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Duane Hodges
NW Commercial Properties, LLC
NW Commercial Management, LLC
(425) 770-6520
Machuga, Jen
From:
Charlie Chaffin <charliemchaffin@gmail.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, February 10, 2016 8:00 PM
To:
Machuga, Jen
Cc:
Chelsea Tripp
Subject:
Julia Harvey - answers to second email re: Proposal of purchase bldg 5corners
Edmonds questions -Please answer ASAP
Jen,
Thank you for providing the additional letters received this week regarding the property at 8401Main Street in
Edmonds and the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) application we have in process. In reading through the updated
letters received I see you do not have the response Dr. Tripp sent to Julie Harvey regarding the second email
Ms. Harvey sent directly to Dr. Tripp on February 4th. Please see the email string below that captures the
second email from Ms. Harvey and Dr. Tripp's response sent on Monday, February 8th.
Regards,
Charlie Chaffin
charliemchaffin( gmail.com
425 478 0564
On Feb 8, 2016, at 10:06 AM, Chelsea Tripp <ctrippgvcscseattle.com> wrote:
---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Julie Harvey <j7h(cr�,outlook.com>
Date: Mon, Feb 8, 2016 at 10:03 AM
Subject: Re: Proposal of purchase bldg 5corners Edmonds questions -Please answer ASAP
To: Chelsea Tripp <ctrippnvcscseattle.com>
Yes, thank you for these details.
On Mon, Feb 8, 2016 at 9:58 AM -0800, "Chelsea Tripp" <ctrippna,vcscseattle.com> wrote:
Ms Harvey,
Thank you for our continued dialogue. At this time, I am unable to provide specifics about the design or materials that will be used
in the remodeling of the building. My Architect and Contractors are still working out the details for our design and construction. It
would be inappropriate for me to provide information before it has been fully finalized. What I can assure you is that I am working
with Contractors who are experienced in design and build outs for Veterinary Medical facilities, which includes mitigating sound.
Products used include QuietRock. This is a nationally branded company of damped dry wall panels designed to provide high levels
of sound transmission loss between rooms. We have had no complaints from residents or businesses at our current location.
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I would like to further address your concern of "tho' when dogs are coming in I'm sure at that time allot of noise will be heard at
all hours of the night". This has not been my experience. Not every patient arriving for emergency care is under distress and
vocalizing. I cannot tell you that we will never have a barking dog. However, I can tell you on the occasion of a barking dog we
move rapidly to determine the cause and alleviate the patients discomfort.
The flow of emergency patients is unpredictable, however, my experience has been there is not a steady flow of animals being
admitted 24/7. Based on my previous experience emergency admittance between the hours of 11:00 pm and 6:00 am peak
after 7pm to midnight and then again at 5:00 am consistent with individuals work schedules. Average admittance is 1 to 6 patients
per night, based on my past experience.
According to the Edmonds City Code, chapter 5.30 " Noise Abatement and Control" the maximum permissible sound level is 60
decibels (dB"A") at the receiving property for areas zoned BN for business. This is the zoning for the property at 8401 Main Street.
We are familiar with the City Code and requirements associated with noise limits and will be in compliance.
We hope this answers your questions
Chelsea Tripp, DVM
On Thu, Feb 4, 2016 at 11-55 AM, Julie Harvey <J7H e,outlook.com> wrote:
Hi Dr.Tripp re this:
On Feb 3, 2016, at 10:04 PM, Chelsea Tripp <ctripp(cr�,vcscseattle.com> wrote:
With all due respect, I fear there is a misunderstanding as to the concerns regarding barking dogs
within the facility. I would like to elaborate on the type of patient that is coming through our
doors. They are Ill and need medical attention. We are not a kennel. We will not be boarding
animals while their owners are on vacation. Our patients need quiet as well to recover from their
illness. Again, our goal is their care and their survival from their illness.
I understand they "need quiet" but I've heard dogs in pain and allot of whining and whimpering and even
barking goes on (until sedated that is), so for ex, now where you are practicing, is there allot that is heard
outside the doors when walking by or standing there? What will you build into that wide open building to help
reduce such noises- tho' when dogs are coming in I'm sure at that time allot of noise will be heard at all hours
of night, when others trying to get sleep to get up early for work the next day.
Please go into more details on this.
Thank you for all the information you are sending.
/j It
Chelsea Tripp, DVM, MS, DACVIM (0)
Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care
ctripp(a,vcscseattle. com
Chelsea Tripp, DVM, MS, DACVIM (0)
Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care
ctripp(avcscseattle.com
February 3, 2016
Jennifer Machuga, Associate Planner
City of Edmonds, Planning Division
121— SO Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
Re: CUP for 8401 Main Street in Edmonds
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We are writing to express our support for a Conditional Use Permit for the building mentioned above to
be used as a 24/7 facility for a Veterinary Cancer Specialty Care Hospital.
This permit would allow Dr. Chelsea Tripp, a nationally recognized veterinarian specializing in oncology,
to operate a multi -specialty emergency hospital for pets in our community. What an asset for Edmonds!
As well as being a pioneer on the West Coast and only one of 2 veterinarians in this area offering the
treatment of electrochemotherapy, she has also been a national speaker on this subject. She has
published research and passed rigorous examinations to earn the right to be called a "Specialist".
We have no concern that Dr Tripp would not use this facility responsibly. She has consistently
demonstrated her value of community and of being a good neighbor, both professionally and
personally. We believe her use of this building would most likely have less traffic impact than the way it
was previously used by Mieko's. As well, there would only be a small passive dog grassy area off the
southeast corner of the building for pets that are always accompanied by staff and/or owners.
Ouunderstanding is that there are no outdoor kennels in which dogs will run free and bark. As well, our
office is diagonally across the intersection from a long standing veterinary clinic, and we have never had
negative repercussions from their presence.
We endorse this CUP for our community to enjoy having access to a top notch multi -specialty veterinary
hospital with 24 hour care and emergency services. We see this project as an advantage that will
further enhance our community. We also welcome another valuable small business to Edmonds.
We, therefore, request and recommend that this CUP be issued.
Thank you for your consideration.
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i Sincerely,
Howard Chermak and Judy Chermak
Edmonds residents and business owners
1214 —11th Place North, Edmonds, 98020
Chermak Construction, Inc. 655 Edmonds Way, Edmonds, 98020
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Heather L Burns
aka Heather L Keefer
21012 Woodlake Dr
Edmonds WA 98026
February 9, 2016
City of Edmonds
Development Services Department
Planning Division
Jen Machuga
Comments Re:File # PLN20150068
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As a neighbor two lots behind this site I have concerns and would like clarification:
Assumption all Edmonds Noise Ordnances will be complied with relative to dumpster area and out door
put area.
Outdoor Area, there is a change between letter December 9 and January 27 — would like confirmation
that no patient will be unattended or allowed to roam the "outdoor dog area" freely.
Since the back of this building is in my back yard I would like to know what may be done to screen
dumpster area, over the past 29 years that ally has been a source of noise (deliveries, garbage pickup
ect) at all hours and I would very much like some buffering for after hours activities in that area.
Is the facade of the building being revitalized with the remodel or will that be "future", this building
needs some revitalization and I hope that should this all be approved that the outside will be in the
initial plans.
Thank you
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Heather L Burns
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Andrew Leckie
810t Boiidoin AV.-)y Edmonds. WA 98026 a Phoitc: 206-572-24M
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Date: 2/ 10y 16
Jennifer 'Niachuga
Dissociate Planner
City of Edmonds, Pl uuiuig Di,,lsion
121 bm Acenue North
Eclnionds, «'A 98020
jen.niacliug-,i@edmonds%ri.gov
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I aun mltiug this letter inn regards to a Veterinn<an, Cancer Specialty Care clinic at Five Conners. I aunn aware that they are
applying for a conditional use pennnit. we are neighbors %iith this business and feel there atun to be a 24-hour building is
necessary for their business as they will be dealing pith issues at all hours of the night is theyare re the only emergency annunal
hospital in our area. I don't see any issues v ith the possibility that they would have any negative affect to the area that exceed
what is currently inn place. Excess noise, light and traffic to the area seems to be issue as it is a high traffic area to start, and
addinganother small business should make no difference. We are a« -are ofan outdoor dog area for animals they are
treating. I find this to be no problem for the area as it kill be used for maste area for the patients and the animals «ill be
accompanied at all tunes.
The thought of havnng a 24-hour emergency facility for the aumnal lovers of Echnonnds feels like it is a perfect fit for the area.
Coupled with that, they appear to be a small local business, that deserves our support. We need local companies to succeed
especially one that adds something unique to the area
Sincerely,
Andrew Leckie
Owner/ Bar Dojo
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