Stuller 9-24-09.pdf
September 24, 2009
Julie Stuller
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305 6 Ave. S
Edmonds, WA. 98020
Case: # ZE-09-174 (COD20090057)
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Subject property: 305 6 Ave. S. , Edmonds, WA. 98020
Dear Ms. Stuller,
The City has received a complaint regarding the setback on the recently constructed deck on the northern
side of your house and that permits were not acquired. Ensuing research on the property revealed that a
number of structural alterations have recently occurred that require City review and building permits as
follows:
The enclosed deck appears to encroach into the 5 foot sideyard setback (RS-6 Zone). Uncovered
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and unenclosed decks under 30 inches can project into the required setback not more than one-
third of the required setback. If your deck can meet this criteria, a 40 inch setback would be
allowed. If the deck is over 30 inches at any point, it requires a building permit and must meet the
5 foot setback.
The deck enclosure with lattice appears to be over the allowed height for a fence. This structure
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needs to be reviewed by the Planning Division. Because the deck will be reviewed for the setback
in relation to the deck enclosure, these components of your project can be reviewed concurrently
to define and determine compliance. It appears that a portion of the structure also projects over
the property line to the north.
A door into the house has been added to access the deck. A building permit is required.
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A vent has been added to the roof indicating mechanical work. A mechanical permit is required.
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Several handouts are enclosed outlining permit application requirements. Because the City has no details
on what construction has taken place, it is advised to review these requirements then discuss your submittal
with a Permit Coordinator.
Please also find a list of work that is exempt from building permits. Please review this list against the work
done at the property. If there have been other alterations that require a permit, itÂ’s advantageous to include
those in your application at this time.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation and assistance. If you have any questions please call me at
425-771-0220 x 1716. Please note that the City is closed on September 25, 2009 for a furlough day.
Sincerely,
Mike Thies
Code Enforcement Inspector
thies@ci.edmonds.wa.us
cc.A. Bullis, Building Official
Planning Division