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Memo to street file re_07-0695 deck.pdf MEMORANDUM Date:July 2, 2008 To:Street File From:Mike Clugston, Planner Subject:Existing deck at 18703 Soundview Place As part of the City’s review of the Launceford addition at 18703 Soundview Place (BLD20070695), it was noticed that there is an existing deck on the north side of the house that encroached into the 10’ side setback. Per ECDC 16.20.040.C: Uncovered and unenclosed porches, steps, patios, and decks may project into a required setback not more than one-third of the required setback, or four feet, whichever is less; provided, that they are no more than 30 inches above ground level at any point. The City has no record of a permit being issued for the deck. According to a letter submitted by the Launceford’s received 6/30/08 (attached), staff had indicated in 1995 that a permit was not required for the installation of the wood deck over the existing patio as long as it was 18” or less above the existing concrete. While this does not agree with the code, it is uncertain at this time how the decision was made or who made it. As a result, the deck may continue under the nonconforming code (ECDC 17.40). It may be maintained but may not be expanded in any way that would increase its nonconformity. Any future work on the deck is subject to all applicable codes and any structural work must be permitted by the City.