Staff design memo_08-0535.pdf
MEMORANDUM
Date:August 18, 2008
To:Street File
From:Mike Clugston, Planner
Subject:Staff Design Review for BLD-2008-0535
As part of the Citys review of the above permit, design review was required per ECDC 20.10.
Because the changes to the existing structure and landscaping did not exceed the threshold
requiring Architectural Design Board review, the review was completed by staff.
This proposal involves the remodel of an existing two-family residence to an office use at 21214
nd
82 Place West. The site is surrounded by similarly-zoned multifamily parcels (RM) or
neighborhood business (BN). As this is a transitional area east of Five Corners, some parcels are
developed to what the zoning would allow (multifamily, small business) while others are
developed with single-family or institutional (church) uses. Offices like that proposed are
allowed in the RM zone with a conditional use permit (CU-07-73).
Several exterior improvements are proposed for the structure including the addition of a parapet
wall on the southern portion of the building as well as new or updated doors and windows on all
elevations. The eastern (street) façade will be clad with cedar shingles to match what exists on
the rest of the building while the entry and corners will be set off with brick. Four parking spaces
are being provided and the existing landscaping on the eastern portion of the site is being
enhanced accordingly to soften the appearance of the parking area. The structure meets all
zoning requirements for development in the RM-2.4 zone per ECDC 16.30, with the exception of
existing encroachments of structures in the 10 side setbacks (north and south). No signage was
proposed but any future signage must the requirements of ECDC 20.60.
With respect to the general design criteria in the Comprehensive Plan (p. 73), the proposal is
approved. The exterior improvements and enhanced landscaping will make this remodel an
attractive update within the Five Corners area.