RE_ Plan Review Comments on Krohn PV System (BLD20140742).pdf
From:Machuga, Jen
To:"Jon Lange"
Subject:RE: Plan Review Comments on Krohn PV System (BLD20140742)
Date:Thursday, August 07, 2014 3:18:48 PM
Hi Jon,
Unfortunately, since we don’t have any information documenting the height of the existing building,
we will need information on the height of the PV array even if it is going to be lower than the
existing ridge line. If the building exceeds the current height limit and if the array will be located on
the portion of the roof that exceeds the height limit, then the only way to allow the system to
exceed the height limit would be through one of the height exceptions stated in my letter, both of
which require a Type II decision (discussed in more detail below).
Basically, there are two options to address the height requirements for the PV system:
1.Provide height calculations indicating that the proposed system does not exceed the current
height limit. If the system complies with the current height limit, that is all that would need
to be done, but if through conducting the height calculations it is found that the system
would exceed the height limit, then you would also need to do #2 below.
2.If you do not wish to conduct the height calculations or if it is found that the proposed
system would exceed the current height limit, you can submit for a Type II decision under
one of the exceptions listed in my letter. The fee for a Type II decision is $820 and the
process also requires public notice.
If it appears that the PV array will be below the current height limit, it would probably end up being
less time consuming and possibly less expensive to conduct the height calculations. The time frame
for a Type II decision can take a couple of months, and like I mentioned above, the fee is $820, so
you probably only want to go that route if absolutely necessary.
I hope this helps. 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
From: Jon Lange \[mailto:jonl@sunergysystems.com\]
Sent: Thursday, August 07, 2014 2:50 PM
To: Machuga, Jen
Subject: RE: Plan Review Comments on Lange PV System (BLD20140742)
Thanks Jen,
There is no part of the PV array that will exceed the height of the ridge, can I just show that on the
drawing? I’ve never had to do a height calculation for the over 800 PV systems we’ve done all over
the state. I know that Edmonds places an emphasis on attracting renewable into their community,
this seems contrary to that goal. I don’t mean to diminish the importance of codes and regulations, I
just want to make sure this is entirely necessary, being that it is totally new to me.
As far as the tree, we have no scope or part in that.
Thanks,
JonLange
ProjectIntegrator/
ElectricalAdministrator
4546LearyWayNW,Seattle,WA98107
WA:GCL#SUNERSI905DU WA:ECL#SUNERSI905D4
Email: JonL@sunergysystems.comW: 206.297.0086 C: 206.571.4726
Web: www.sunergysystems.com
From: Machuga, Jen \[mailto:Jen.Machuga@edmondswa.gov\]
Sent: Thursday, August 07, 2014 2:34 PM
To: Jon Lange
Subject: Plan Review Comments on Lange PV System (BLD20140742)
Dear Mr. Lange,
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The Planning Division’s comments on the proposed PV system for Jon Lange at 21112 80 Pl. W
(BLD20140742) are attached. Additionally, the height calculation handout (#B41) referenced in my
letter is available by clicking here.
Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Jen Machuga
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