07-0725 Plan Review Comments.pdf
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August 15, 2007
Poppi Handy, AIA
Email: poppihandy@yahoo.com
RE: PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS FOR PLAN CHECK # 2007-0725
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PETSCHL ADDITION/REMODEL AT 275 – 4 AVENUE SOUTH
Dear Ms. Handy:
I have reviewed the above building permit application for the Planning Division and it was found that
the following information, corrections, or clarifications will need to be addressed before review can
continue:
Setbacks:
1.The minimum required side setback for the RM-1.5 zone is 10 feet. The site plan
for your proposal shows 7-foot existing side setbacks from the northern and southern property
lines. Pursuant to ECDC 17.40.020.B, although the existing building does not meet the
minimum required 10-foot side setbacks, all new additions must meet these setbacks.
Therefore, the proposed upper level addition must be cut back so that it meets the minimum
required 10-foot side setbacks from the northern and southern property lines. Please update
your site plan and building plans to reflect this change. Note that per Interpretations File No.
2006-1, “Enclosing an existing carport by turning it into a garage is a legal activity that
complies with the City’s nonconforming rules.” Therefore, the existing side setbacks may be
maintained for the conversion of the carport into a garage.
Height Calculations:
2. It was noted that you are not proposing to increase the height of the
existing structure. However, pursuant to ECDC 17.40.020.B, if the existing structure is above
the maximum allowed height for the RM-1.5 zone, the addition will need to be lower in height
so that it meets the maximum allowed height for the zone. Please provide height calculations
on your site plan to show that the height of the addition is less than 25 feet in height over
original grade. The City’s height calculation handout is enclosed for your reference.
Design Review:
3. Since your proposed project is open to exterior view and is increasing the
square footage of the existing building, the proposal is subject to the design review
requirements of ECDC 20.10. The elevation drawings submitted with your building permit
application will be sufficient for staff to conduct design review on your project. Please note
that the required $100 design review fee has been added to your building permit application and
will be due when the permit is issued. There is no need to respond to this item; it is included for
informational purposes only.
Please submit three copies of the updated site plan (at least one copy must be reduced in size) and only
two copies of any affected sheets of the building plans. Please make all submittals to a Development
Services Permit Coordinator, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to noon or 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. If you
have any questions, feel free to contact me at (425) 771-0220, ext. 1224. I look forward to working
with you on this project.
Sincerely,
Development Services Department - Planning Division
Jen Machuga
Planner