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CITY OF EDMONDS
121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020
Phone: 425.771.0220 • Fax: 425.771.0221 a Web: www.edmondswa.gov
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT • PLANNING DIVISION
ADMINISTRATIVE DESIGN REVIEW
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS AND DECISION
Project: Dorchester Condominium Landscape Plan Amendment
File Number: PLN20160040
Date of Report: September 1/, 2016
From: /L�y
Mike Clugston, AICP, Associate Planner
A. Property Owner/Applicant Contact
Dorchester Condominiums HOA Same
Dianne Botta, President
1041 5th Ave. S
Edmonds, WA 98020
B. Project Description
The Dorchester Home Owners Association (HOA), is proposing to remove one large
evergreen tree that has declined in health from past topping.
C. Findings and Conclusions
1. The Dorchester Condominiums are located at 1041 5th Avenue South. The property
is zoned RM-1.5 (Multi -Family Residential). The surrounding properties are zoned
and developed similarly.
2. The site was developed in 1962. Landscaping on the exterior of the site is typical for
multifamily developments that were constructed at that time and consists mostly of
lawn and shrubs with some smaller ornamental trees and a hedge along the south
property line.
3. The evergreen tree is in declining health and impacts sight distance at the
intersection of 5th Ave. S and Forsyth Lane and so is a candidate for removal.
4. Exterior landscape buffer enhancement is typically required when trees are
removed on multifamily residential parcels. In this case, however, the corner
landscape bed where the evergreen is located already has a significant number of
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File No. PLN20160040
Administrative Design Review
Dorchester Condominium Tree Removal
shrubs and a healthy deciduous tree. To enhance sight distance at the corner, a
rhododendron will also be relocated from the corner bed and moved further east
nearer the building along the Forsyth Lane fagade. Several species of ornamental
grasses will be installed in the corner bed to replace the evergreen and
rhododendron and enhance the appearance of the remaining landscaping.
D. Technical Review
The Engineering Division reviewed the proposal and recommended several conditions
that have been included with the decision (Attachment 7).
E. Decision
Based on the findings, conclusions and attachments to this report, the design review for
file number PLN20160040 is approved with the following conditions:
1. This permit is valid only for the removal the evergreen tree and relocation of the
rhododendron identified in Attachments 3 & 4.
2. Replacement vegetation recommended in Attachment 5 or similar may be installed
in approximately the same location as the tree removed.
3. Trees shall be fell onto private property.
4. Vehicles and equipment shall be located on private property. Should it be necessary
to utilize any portion of the City right-of-way, including the street or sidewalk, to
perform any of this work then the contractor shall apply for and obtain a right-of-
way construction permit in advance of starting work. A traffic control plan will be
required as part of the right-of-way permit application.
5. Contractor/owner is responsible for keeping all debris on site and preventing any
silt laden runoff from leaving the site and/or entering the city storm system.
6. Contractor/owner shall repair/replace any damaged sections of curb/gutter,
sidewalk or other public improvements in City right-of-way per City standards that is
caused by or occurs during the permitted project.
7. Contractor/owner is responsible for locating all on -site utilities.
Relocation/revision/repair to any utilities may require separate permit.
F. Attachments
1. Land use application
2. Cover letter
3. Site landscaping plan
4. Photos of evergreen to be removed
5. Replacement proposal
6. Project site aerial photo
7. Engineering comments
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File No. PLN20160040
Administrative Design Review
Dorchester Condominium Tree Removal
G. Appeals
Staff design review is a Type I decision which pursuant to ECDC 20.01.003.13 is subject to
judicial appeal. Type I decisions may be appealed by a party of record with standing to
file a land use petition in Snohomish County superior court. Such petition must be filed
within 21 days after issuance of the decision, as provided in Chapter 36.70C RCW.
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City of Edmonds
Land Use Application
❑ ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REVIEW
❑ COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
❑ CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
❑ HOME OCCUPATION
❑ FORMAL SUBDIVISION
❑ SHORT SUBDIVISION
❑ LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT
❑ PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
❑ OFFICIAL STREET MAP AMENDMENT
❑ STREET VACATION
❑ REZONE
❑ SHORELINE PERMIT
❑ VARIANcK REASONABLE USE EXCEPTION
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The undersigned applicant, and his/her/its heirs, and assigns, in consideration on the processing of the application agrees to
release, indemnify, defend and hold the City of Edmonds harmless from any and all damages, including reasonable attorney's
fees, arising from any action or infraction based in whole or part upon false, misleading, inaccurate or incomplete information
furnished by the applicant, his/her/its agents or employees.
By my signature, I certify that the information and exhibits herewith submitted are true and correct to the best of my knowledge
and that I am authorized to file this application on the behalf of the owner as listed below.
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT/AGE. rT
DATE
Property Owner's Authorization
1, , certify under the penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
Washington that the Ibllowing is a true and correct statement I have authorized the above Applicant/Agent to apply for the
subject land use application, and grant my permission for the public officials and the staff of the City of Edmonds to enter the
subject property for the purposes of inspection and posting attendant to this application
SIGNATURE OF OWNER
Questions? Call (425) 771-0220.
DATE
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Attachment 1
PLN20160040
Dorchester Condominium Association
10415th Ave S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
City of Edmonds
Development Services
2°d floor of City Hall
Edmonds, WA 98020
July 19, 2016
To Whom It May Concern:
RECEIVE
JUL ( 2 2015
UEVELO COU T RViCL<
We the owners of the Dorchester Condominiums are applying to remove an
evergreen tree on the southeast corner of 5th Ave S. and Forsythe Lane. It is actually
located on the northwest corner of our property. Sometime in the past this tree has
been topped. It presently obstructs the view to the south on 5th for cars making a
left hand turn from Forsythe. It is also growing into a beautiful deciduous tree
located directly east of it potentially ruining the shape of the deciduous tree. Finally,
we were told that since it has been topped it is a potential danger in a windstorm.
The many new branches that have subsequently grown from the top are weaker
than the main vertical apex would have been. They could be blown down in a storm
and potentially hurt someone or destroy property.
Edmonds landscaping has proposed to remove the tree and plants some grasses
under the deciduous tree. They will also move a rhododendron to a new spot. We
have attached the proposal and a sketch from Edmonds Landscaping. We have also
attached photos of the tree and surrounding area, a sketch of the other landscaping
on the property and the City of Edmonds Land Use Application. Also included is the
fee of $250 to apply for the permit.
Sincerely,
Dianne Botta
President of the Dorchester Condominiums Board
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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
COUNTER
EDMONDS
LANDSCAPING
22319 76th Avenue West
Edmonds, WA 98026
www.edmondslandscaping.com
(425) 775-0427 Ext. 23 Phone
fspillane@edmondslandscaping.com
(425) 775-0427 Ext. 28 Phone
tomj@edmondslandscaping.com
(425)774-9459 Fax
Billing DORCHESTER CONDOMINIUMS
Address: c/o Roanoke Management
9505 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98115
Specifications and estimates for.
Comer Landscape Installation as designed by Francis Spillane, including:
Proposal
Proposal Information
Proposal # 16-109
Date
Sales Rep
Customer Information
Contact
Alt. Contact
Phone
Service or
Project
Location:
2/8/2016
FAS
Dianne Botta-President
Mark Pennucci
(206) 718-0174
Dorchester Condominiums
1041 5th Ave South
Edmonds, WA 98020-4066
-Preparing for installation by laying plywood to protect grass:
sheets of plywood
-Removing, and loading evergreen tree and shrubs at comer of property, cutting to grade and leaving stumps and roots:
-Hauling to dump
-disposing of vegetation
-chainsaw & protective chaps
-Transplanting rhododendron to other location near building.
Spreading for new planting over and around stumps, and to create 'dry -creek' bed at comer of property:
-1 yard of 2-Way topsoil
-1 yard of 2-12" river rock RECEIVED)
-Planting:
6 Acorus Grass 19
6 Carex Grass I ,�� e� ��
3 Forest Grasss I
9 Pink Heather 1g LOPMENT SERVICES
*Plants can not be guaranteed without an approved Irrigation system
-Cleaning site as needed following installation.
Subtotal $1,329.36 (plus tax)
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*Time & Materials Basis: (All work will be communicated to homeowner and approval gained before beginning T&M, and again at various
stages during project. Labor Rate: $60 / man-hour. ):
-Modifications and repairs to existing irrigation system as needed to provide coverage for new plants and new lawn. Check only irrigation
for areas with new plants and lawn.
-Permits, fees, replacement trees if required by the City of Edmonds.
Notes Regarding This Project:
-Plantsilawn cannot be covered by the EL warranty without an approved irrigation system.
-Permits are not included in this bid, if found to be required, it is not the responsibility of Edmonds Landscaping.
Your project will not be scheduled until signed copies of this proposal and the Warranties & Disclaimers Subtotal
page are received in our office along with a deposit in the amount specified below. If cancelled, we will
assess a processing charge. This charge may be credited if the project is roinifiatod. Sales Tax
This project requires a 5M.5 deposit with tho halanco duo Not 10 Days aflor completion. Total Price
This Proposal maybe withdrawn by us if not accepted within 30 days.
* A 2.5% Processing Fee (3.5% forAHE)Q is applied to credit card transactions. Deposit Amount
The undersigned (please sign all pages) indicates his/her understanding and acceptance of the bid price, specifications, qualifications and terms of the Warranties
proceed with the project If the Warranties & Disclaimers page is not Included with this Proposal, customer should request a copy.
Customer Signature: Date:
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$126.29
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MEMORANDUM
September 13; 2016
Mike Clugston, Associate Planner
Jeanie McConnell, Engineering Program Manager
PLN20160040, Design Review — Landscape Modification
Dorchester Condos —1041 5th Ave S, #1
Engineering has reviewed the design review application for the subject property. The
information provided is consistent with Title 18 Edmonds Community Development Code &
Engineering standards.
Please place the following conditions of approval on the permit:
1) Trees shall be fell onto private property.
2) Vehicles and equipment shall be located on private property. Should it be necessary to
utilize any portion of the City right-of-way, including the street or sidewalk, to
perform any of this work then the contractor shall apply for and obtain a right-of-way
construction permit in advance of starting, work. A traffic control plan will be required
as part of the right-of-way permit application.
3) Contractor/owner is responsible for keeping all debris on site and preventing any silt
laden runoff from leaving the site and/or entering the city storm system.
4) Contractor/owner shall repair/replace any damaged sections of curb/gutter, sidewalk
or other public improvements in City right-of-way per City standards that is caused by
or occurs during the permitted project.
5) Contractor/owner is responsible for locating all on -site utilities.
Relocation/revision/repair to any utilities may require separate permit.
Thank you.
City of Edmonds
Attachment 7
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