ATTACHMENT 10 PHASE 1 Applicants Response LetterRECEIVED
April 3, 2023
CITY OF EDMONDS
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
March 31, 2023
Michele Q. Szafran, Associate Planner
City of Edmonds Planning Division
121 51h Avenue North
Edmonds, Washington 98020
RE: Corrections for Design Review Application at 605/611 Main Street (PLN2022-0085)
Dear Ms. Szafran,
rchitecture
PO Box 141
Edmonds, Washington 98020
(206) 920.3554 phone
PWFArchitecture.com
Below is my response to your correction letter for the above -referenced project, dated February 15, 2023. Items
below are numbered according to your letter.
1. Volume Model
We have created additional renderings, showing the proposed building in relation to the surrounding environment
and existing building volumes. See separate new renderings.
2. Transparency at Street Level
The stated intent of ECDC 22.43.050 is `To provide visual connection between activities inside and outside the
building." It specifies that a minimum of 75% of the building fagade shall have transparent windows between two and
ten feet above grade in order to accomplish this intent. The drawings have been revised to include a larger area of
transparent windows at the south elevation, fronting on Main Street. However, due to the sloping topography of Main
Street, the entire main floor is below grade, ranging from six inches to four feet below the Main Street sidewalk. This
existing condition limits the available wall area for windows. As noted on the drawings, the window area is calculated
differently, totaling 45% of the building fagade between two and ten feet above the main floor level. This reduced
window area will still accomplish the intent of providing a visual connection between activities inside and outside
while also providing "improved visual interest along the ground level of (the) building facing (Main Street)", as
required in ECDC 22.43.030.
Because the ground -floor space along the Main Street frontage is south -facing office space, some degree of
protection from direct sunlight is needed in order to provide a suitable environment for using a computer monitor.
The offices as currently designed provide corner space to locate a computer monitor out of direct sunlight. If the
prescriptive requirements of 75% of glazing was provided, nearly the entire south -facing walls of the offices would
need to be transparent windows, creating not only an unsuitable environment for working on a computer, but
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eliminating any desired privacy from pedestrians on the sidewalk. Those occupying the offices would likely need to
install mini -blinds or some other window covering, eliminating the desired visual connection between inside and
outside. The pedestrian experience of walking alongside large areas of glass covered inside with opaque window
treatments is not a pleasant one. And if the occupants of the offices keep a messy work space, that is best not seen
by the general public.
The reduced window area in the proposed design allows for more masonry wall surface, precast concrete window
head trim, and projecting masonry window sills. Additionally, the proposed ratio of masonry to glass area provides a
more visually substantial base to the building.
While the stated intent of ECDC 22.43.050 is to provide transparency, this would seem to primarily benefit
commercial retail space. Having rented office space in Edmonds myself, I needed some degree of privacy and
protection from direct sunlight without having to cover the windows to achieve that. Perhaps a discussion is started
to amend this code section to exclude office space from this minimum window area requirement.
We ask for your support in requesting from the ADB a deviation from the 75% minimum required ground floor glazing
area. We believe this will result in a better streetscape, a more interesting pedestrian experience, and a more
functional and desirable office space.
3. Height
The building height calculation is revised as requested.
4. Signage
The correct signage is shown east fagade.
5. Design Standards
The north elevation now has a base of masonry veneer, consistent with the Main Street fagade. The masonry
veneer now continues to the eastern edge of the south fagade.
6. Comprehensive Plan
In addition to the precast concrete window head trim, the south elevation window trim at the office space is enhanced
with a projecting masonry sill, similar to what is shown on the nearby Commons development (see attached
photograph). The residential window treatment above is enhanced with wood trim around the perimeter of the
windows, providing an additional layer of pedestrian -scaled architectural detail.
7. Lot Line Adjustment
This will be done in subsequent permitting efforts.
8. EV Parking
The required EV parking is shown on the electrical drawings (sheet E3.00).
9. Bike Parking
The required bicycle parking is shown on sheets A1.01 (at the east plaza) and A1.02.
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10. General Comments
The site plan is revised for the correct number of units. No HVAC equipment is going to be installed on the roof. The
landscape plan has been revised to indicate the City's choice of street trees- see sheet 1-1.0.
Thanks for your help with getting our approvals from the City.
Sincerely,
PWF Architecture, LLC
Philip W. Frisk, AIA, Principal
Washington State Architect Registration Number 7320
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Chris Burt, Deputy Fire Marshal
Fire Prevention Services
12425 Meridian Avenue South
Everett, Washington 98208
tit rchitecture
PO Box 141
Edmonds, Washington 98020
(206) 920.3554 phone
PWFArchitecture.com
RE: Corrections for Design Review Application at 605/611 Main Street (PLN2022-0085)
Dear Mr. Burt,
Below is my response to your correction letter for the above -referenced project, dated December 9, 2022. Items below
are numbered according to your letter.
1. The utilities along the frontage will be undergrounded, as shown on the separate revised civil engineering drawings.
2. A fire hydrant is shown on the revised civil engineering drawings.
3. The FDC is shown on the revised civil engineering drawings.
4. The sprinkler riser room with the FACP is now accessed directly through an exterior wall at grade. See separate
architectural sheets A1.02 and A1.07.
Thanks for your help with getting our approvals from the City.
Sincerely,
PWF Architecture, LLC
Philip W. Frisk, AIA, Principal
Washington State Architect Registration Number 7320
cc: Glenn Safadago, GBH Holdings
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From: Tran, Andy <AXTran@Snopud.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2023 2:13 PM
To: Philip Frisk
Cc: Freeman, Boone; Brad Adcock; lance@awaelec.com; McAllister, Mary
Subject: RE: [External Sender] 611 Main Apartments
Hi Philip,
Thanks for the confirmation. I approve of the preliminary plans as of this recent revision. We don't have a standard
letter to send out regarding approvals, so I hope this will suffice.
Moving forward, because this project no longer has a vault room, this will project will go back down to Mary McAllister
out of the Lynnwood office. She is currently out of the office this week but will be back next week. In the meantime, I
can answer any of your questions regarding this project until she returns.
Best,
Andy Tran I Design Engineer
Snohomish County PUD
Office 1 425-783-8262
Mobile 425-359-1123
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From: Philip Frisk<Phil.Frisk@pwfarchitecture.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2023 10:43 AM
To: Tran, Andy <AXTran@Snopud.com>
Cc: Freeman, Boone <BCFreeman@SNOPUD.com>; Brad Adcock <brad@awaelec.com>; lance@awaelec.com
Subject: RE: [External Sender] 611 Main Apartments
Hi Andy -
Yes there is 13' clearance under the covered porch. See attached drawing.
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From: Tran, Andy <AXTran@Snopud.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2023 9:03 AM
To: Philip Frisk<Phil.Frisk@pwfarchitecture.com>
Cc: Freeman, Boone <BCFreeman@SNOPUD.com>; Brad Adcock <brad@awaelec.com>; lance@awaelec.com
Subject: RE: [External Sender] 611 Main Apartments
Hi Philip,
Thanks for the clarification. Can you confirm that there will be 10' of clearance in front of the transformer (the East side
of the transformer on your plans)? Are there stairways under the covered porch?
Thanks,
Andy Tran I Design Engineer
Snohomish County PUD
Office 1 425-783-8262
Mobile 425-359-1123
PUS
From: Philip Frisk<Phil.Frisk@pwfarchitecture.com>
Sent: Wednesday, March 15, 2023 4:23 PM
To: Tran, Andy <AXTran@Snopud.com>
Cc: Freeman, Boone <BCFreeman@SNOPUD.com>; Brad Adcock <brad@awaelec.com>; lance@awaelec.com
Subject: RE: [External Sender] 611 Main Apartments
Hi Andy -
Thanks for the quick response. I neglected to mention that there are no doors or windows within 8' of the transformer,
and the walls will be covered with non-combustible fiber cement siding. So according to page 4-32 (attached) it looks
like the 3' clearances will be OK. Please confirm.
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March 24, 2023
civil & structural
engineering & planning
Jeanie McConnell
City of Edmonds
1215th Ave N,
Edmonds, WA 98020
RE: Response on clarifications — Design Review
Permit Number: PLN2022-0085
Project Name: 611 On Main Apartments
Project Address: 605 & 611 Main Street, Edmonds, WA 98020
CG Project Number: 21395
Dear Ms. McConnell,
Itemized below is our response to the review comments dated December 16, 2022, for the above
referenced project. Our response appears in bold.
1. Please refer to Fire Department comments regarding the requirement to underground power
along Main Street property frontage. Please revise plans as needed to address this requirement.
Noted. We show the line being undergrounded on the civil plans now. We have noted that the
exact location, pole replacement etc will be coordinated with PUD in the engineering permit
drawings following design review.
2. Provide preliminary approval from trash hauler, Sound Disposal, for trash enclosure size and
location.
Included in resubmittal.
3. C4.1— Backflow preventor on irrigation line shall be located on private property. Ensure sufficient
space is available.
Revised as noted.
4. Sheet C5.1—Main Street frontage improvements to be removed and replaced to comply with City
standards and provide ADA compliance. Sidewalk shall extend fully to edge of right-of-way and
street trees shall be installed. Typical spacing to be 30-ft on center.
Revised, noted.
5. Sheet A1.02 — A transformer has been shown within an enclosed room in the parking garage.
Please confirm that PUD has given preliminary approval for this location and will not require a
transformer to be located on the exterior of the building.
250 4th Avenue South, Suite 200
Edmonds, WA 98020
ph.425.778.8500 1 f.425.778.5536
www.cgengineering.com
611 On Main Apartments / 21395
Comment Response
March 24, 2023
Page 2 of 2
6. Sheet A1.02 — Confirm parking stall dimensions exclude building columns.
7. Site distance triangle requirements:
a. Buildings; provide a site window or clear area to ensure line -of -sight exiting parking garage.
b. Landscaping; maximum height within the site triangle shall not exceed 3' at full
growth.
Comments 5-7 Response: The backgrounds have been updated to match the revised
architectural drawings to address these comments. The transformer is now on the NW corner,
outside. The parking plan is updated. Sight triangles are provided by architectural.
If you have any questions or comments regarding the responses to this review, please do not hesitate to
call.
Sincerely,
CG Engineering
Jared Underbrink, PE
Senior Project Manager
C CM
ENGINEERING
250 4th Avenue South, Suite 200
Edmonds, WA 98020
ph.425.778.8500 1 f.425.778.5536
www.cgengineering.com
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March 24, 2023
Jerry Shuster
City of Edmonds
121 5th Ave N,
Edmonds, WA 98020
civil & structural
engineering & planning
RE: Response on clarifications — Stormwater Compliance (Preliminary) Review
Permit Number: PLN2022-0085
Project Name: 611 On Main Apartments
Project Address: 605 & 611 Main Street, Edmonds, WA 98020
CG Project Number: 21395
Dear Mr. Shuster,
Itemized below is our response to the review comments dated January 5, 2023, for the above referenced project.
Our response appears in bold.
Section I, Page 2, Developed Condition —The tally of new plus replaced impervious area
for TDA #1 should include any resulting from connecting to the dry utilities in alley
northeast of the property line.
Noted, areas have been revised per new plans. Dry utilities are now depicted coming from Main Street
side as we will now be replacing the sidewalk and undergrounding power per fire and engineering
department comments. Sidewalk area added into new and replaced areas.
2. Section I, Page 6, Minimum Requirement # 3. This section is too general referencing
whole sections of the Ecology manual. Include specific BMPs for the site use including the
underground parking garage (S454 BMPs).
Page 28- Pump Calculation Package — Demonstrate that the maximum flow rate from the
pumped system is equal to or less than the maximum flow rate for the designed detention
system under gravity flow conditions. The City is in the process of revising its policy on
pumped stormwater discharges and should have it completed by the end of January.
The pump has been eliminated.
Source Controls along with their DOE Manual Sections and descriptions are now further described in
Section III.
3. Sheet C3.2 — Floor drains in the parking garage must be plumbed to the sanitary sewer system not the
storm. Under the City's illicit discharge code (ECDC 7.200), floor drains are
prohibited from connecting to the storm system.
Noted on plans.
If you have any questions or comments regarding the responses to this review, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
CG Engineering
Jared Underbrink, PE
Senior Project Manager
250 4th Avenue South, Suite 200
Edmonds, WA 98020
ph.425.778.8500 1 f.425.778.5536
www.cgengineering.com
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April 3, 2023
CITY OF EDMONDS
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
March 31, 2023
Michael Clugston, Senior Planner
City of Edmonds Planning Division
121 51h Avenue North
Edmonds, Washington 98020
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RE: Corrections for Design Review Application at 605/611 Main Street (PLN2022-0085)
rchitecture
PO Box 141
Edmonds, Washington 98020
(206) 920.3554 phone
PWFArchitecture.com
Dear Mr. Clugston,
Below is my response to your correction letter for the above -referenced project, dated December 16, 2022. Items
below are numbered according to your letter.
1. See separate civil engineering drawings for the undergrounding of power along Main Street.
2. See attached e-mail from Greg Hale, President of Sound Disposal, approving of the proposed trash enclosure.
3. See separate civil engineering drawings for the backflow preventer location.
4. See separate civil engineering drawings for the frontage improvements.
5. The transformer is now located outside, at the northwest corner of the property. See attached e-mail from Andy
Tran, Design Engineer at Snohomish County PUD, approving of the location.
6. The parking stall dimensions are shown on sheet A1.02. Because the structural design has yet to be determined,
we are seeking approval to include any structural columns within the parking stall dimensions, as was done at the
new Edmonds Post Office building (see attached pictures). While this may be unnecessary depending on the
number and locations of structural columns, we would like to have the flexibility this would offer, should it be
necessary. I park in the garage there regularly and have no trouble navigating the parking stalls.
7. A convex mirror is provided where the driveway meets the alley, to provide the required visibility of potential
traffic, as was done at the new Edmonds Post Office building (see attached picture). Landscaping at the east end of
the driveway is low so as not to obscure sightlines (see separate landscape plan, sheet L1.0).
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The stormwater engineer review comments are addressed in a separate letter from CG Engineering.
No action necessary at this time regarding traffic impacts. Thanks for your help with getting our approvals from the
City.
Sincerely,
PWF Architecture, LLC
Philip W. Frisk, AIA, Principal
Washington State Architect Registration Number 7320
cc: Glenn Safadago, GBH Holdings
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Per the email we received below, based on the size of both complexes (611 Main & 627 Dayton) we
would want a 10' x 10' enclosure for each.
Please let me know if you any questions.
Greg Hale
President
Cell: 206-949-7211
greg(@sounddisposalinc.com
Sound Disposal Inc.
From: Sound Disposal Inc. locally owned and operated<congruit)lhr(@profusion products.com>
Sent: Friday, March 10, 2023 4:00 PM
To: Sound Disposal <office(@sounddisposalinc.com>
Subject: New submission from Contact Us
Name
Phil Frisk
Email
Phil. Frisk@PWFArchitecture.com
Phone
(206) 920-3554
Message
I'm working on two new apartment building projects in Edmonds. One at 611 Main Street has 18
apartments and 2600 square feet of office space. The other at 627 Dayton has 18 apartments. The City
wants confirmation from you that we are providing enough room for dumpsters. I've shown 10'x10'
enclosures for each, but I would like to make them smaller if possible. Let me know what additional
information you need.
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RE: New submission from Contact Us
Monday, March 13, 2023 9:37:55 AM
This email will suffice.
Greg Hale
President
Cell: 206-949-7211
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From: Philip Frisk<Phil.Frisk@pwfarchitecture.com>
Sent: Monday, March 13, 2023 9:35 AM
To: Greg Hale <greg@sounddisposalinc.com>
Subject: RE: New submission from Contact Us
Hi Greg -
Thanks for the response. Do you need to send a written confirmation that I can show to the City of
Edmonds, or will this e-mail suffice?
Philip W. Frisk, AIA
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From: Greg Hale <greg(@sounddisposalinc.com>
Sent: Monday, March 13, 2023 9:33 AM
To: Philip Frisk<Phil.Frisk(@awfarchitecture.com>
Subject: FW: New submission from Contact Us
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April 3, 2023
CITYFNRIfrisk
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From: Tran, Andy <AXTran@Snopud.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2023 2:13 PM
To: Philip Frisk
Cc: Freeman, Boone; Brad Adcock; lance@awaelec.com; McAllister, Mary
Subject: RE: [External Sender] 611 Main Apartments
Hi Philip,
Thanks for the confirmation. I approve of the preliminary plans as of this recent revision. We don't have a standard
letter to send out regarding approvals, so I hope this will suffice.
Moving forward, because this project no longer has a vault room, this will project will go back down to Mary McAllister
out of the Lynnwood office. She is currently out of the office this week but will be back next week. In the meantime, I
can answer any of your questions regarding this project until she returns.
Best,
Andy Tran I Design Engineer
Snohomish County PUD
Office 1 425-783-8262
Mobile 425-359-1123
PUis
From: Philip Frisk<Phil.Frisk@pwfarchitecture.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2023 10:43 AM
To: Tran, Andy <AXTran@Snopud.com>
Cc: Freeman, Boone <BCFreeman@SNOPUD.com>; Brad Adcock <brad@awaelec.com>; lance@awaelec.com
Subject: RE: [External Sender] 611 Main Apartments
Hi Andy -
Yes there is 13' clearance under the covered porch. See attached drawing.
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PO Box 141
Edmonds, Washington 98020
(206) 920.3554 phone
PWFArchitecture.com
From: Tran, Andy <AXTran@Snopud.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2023 9:03 AM
To: Philip Frisk<Phil.Frisk@pwfarchitecture.com>
Cc: Freeman, Boone <BCFreeman@SNOPUD.com>; Brad Adcock <brad@awaelec.com>; lance@awaelec.com
Subject: RE: [External Sender] 611 Main Apartments
Hi Philip,
Thanks for the clarification. Can you confirm that there will be 10' of clearance in front of the transformer (the East side
of the transformer on your plans)? Are there stairways under the covered porch?
Thanks,
Andy Tran I Design Engineer
Snohomish County PUD
Office 1 425-783-8262
Mobile 425-359-1123
PUS
From: Philip Frisk<Phil.Frisk@pwfarchitecture.com>
Sent: Wednesday, March 15, 2023 4:23 PM
To: Tran, Andy <AXTran@Snopud.com>
Cc: Freeman, Boone <BCFreeman@SNOPUD.com>; Brad Adcock <brad@awaelec.com>; lance@awaelec.com
Subject: RE: [External Sender] 611 Main Apartments
Hi Andy -
Thanks for the quick response. I neglected to mention that there are no doors or windows within 8' of the transformer,
and the walls will be covered with non-combustible fiber cement siding. So according to page 4-32 (attached) it looks
like the 3' clearances will be OK. Please confirm.
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