1990, 01-08 Zoning Adjustor Findings of Fact, Conclusion, DecisionZONING ADJUSTOR
SPOKANE COUNTY, WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF A PROPOSED
YARD SETBACK VARIANCE
[VVE-90-89] L & J BUILDERS
ADDRESS: 8209 GRACE AVENUE
APPLICATION DESCRIPTION:
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) FINDINGS OF FACT,
) CONCLUSIONS,
) DECISION AND ORDER
PARCEL NUMBER: 07542-3606
The applicant proposes a front yard setback of 42' 7", whereas Section 4.05.110 (a 1) and
4.25.030 (b.) of the Spokane County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum 55' front yard
setback from the centerline of the roadway right-of-way for this property. The proposed
garage will maintain a 25 foot setback from existing right-of-way. Authority to consider such a
request exists pursuant to Section 4.25 of the Spokane County Zoning Ordinance.
PROJECT LOCATION:
Generally located north of and adjacent to Grace Avenue west of Vista Road in the NW 1/4 of
Section 7, Township 25N, Range 44EWM, Spokane County, Washington.
OPPONENTS OF RECORD: NONE
PUBLIC HEARING:
After consideration of all available information on file, exhibits submitted and testimony
received during the course of the public hearing held on December 27, 1989, the Zoning
Adjustor rendered a written decision on January 8, 1990.
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS
1. The proposal is described above.
2. The adopted Spokane County Comprehensive Plan designates the area of the
proposal as Urban. The proposed uses are generally consistent with this category.
3. The site is zoned Agricultural Suburban, which allows the proposed use upon
approval of this application.
4. The existing land uses in the area of the proposal include primarily single family
residence on urban sized lots, all of which are compatible with the proposal.
5. The proposal is exempt from the provisions of the Washington State Environmental
Policy Act, Chapter 43.21C RCW pursuant to WAC 197-11-800 (6) (b).
6. The applicant has been made aware of the recommendations of various County
agencies reviewing this project and of his right to appeal condition he feels are not appropriate.
No sight distance problems or other concerns were noted by the reviewing agencies.
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7. The proper legal requirements for advertising of the hearing before the Zoning
Adjustor of Spokane County have been met.
8. No adverse testimony or written comments were received regarding the proposal.
9. A field investigation by Planning Department personnel established that adjacent
residences maintained a setback similar to that proposed by the applicant.
10. The applicant testified that the strict application of the Zoning Ordinance would
break up long established setback lines and detract from the value of his residence and possibly
adjoining properties.
11. Applicant was made aware that future road improvements may be made to Grace
and that some additional front yard area may be lost.
12. The granting of the variance will further an established neighborhood design
without hardship to adjoining properties.
13.With the conditions of approval set forth below, the variance will: a) not constitute a
grant of special privileges inconsistent with limitations on other properties in the vicinity and
similar zone; b) ensure that the intent and purpose of the Zoning Ordinance is achieved with
regard to location, site design, appearance, and landscaping, etc; and c) protect the
environment, public interest and general welfare.
14. Granting the variance will be neither materially detrimental to the public welfare nor
injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity and zone.
DECISION
From the foregoing Findings and Conclusions, the Zoning Adjustor APPROVES
the proposal, subject to compliance with the following
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
The following conditions shall apply to the applicant, owner and successors in interest
and shall run with the land.
I. PLANNING DEPARTMENT
1. The applicant develop the property in conformance with he site plan submitted to
the file .
2. The structure not locate closer than twenty-five feet to the front property line.
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II. DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING & SAFETY
1. The issuance of a building permit by the Department of Building and Safety is
required.
III. UTILITIES DEPARTMENT
1. Pursuant to the Board of County Commissioners Resolution No. 80-0418, the use
of on-site sewer disposal systems is hereby authorized. This authorization is conditioned on
compliance with all rules and regulations of the Spokane County Health District and is further
conditioned and subject to specific application approval and issuance of permits by the Health
District.
2. The Owner(s) or Successor(s) in interest agree to authorize the County to place their
name(s) on a petition for the formation of a ULID by petition method pursuant to RCW 36.94
which the petition includes the Owner(s) property and further not to object by the signing of a
protest petition against the formation of a ULID by resolution method pursuant to RCW
Chapter 36.94 which includes the Owner(s) property. PROVIDED, this condition shall not
prohibit the Owner(s) or Successor(s) from objection to any assessment(s) on the property as a
result of improvements called for in conjunction with the formation of a ULID by either petition
or resolution method under RCW Chapter 36.94.
3. Any water service for this project shall be provided in accordance with the
Coordinated Water System Plan for Spokane County, as amended.
4. The dedication shall state: "Each new dwelling unit shall be double -plumbed for
connection to future areawide collection systems."
IV. HEALTH DISTRICT
1. Water service shall be by an existing public water supply when approved by the
Regional Engineer (Spokane), State Department of Social & Health Services.
2. Subject to specific application approval and issuance of permits by the health
officer, the use of an individual on-site sewage disposal system(s) may be authorized.
V. SPOKANE COUNTY ENGINEER'S OFFICE
1. Prior to the release of a building permit, the applicant must sign and record with the
Spokane County Auditor "SPOKANE COUNTY NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC NUMBER Six." This
document specifies that the owners, heirs, successors or assigns agree to join in and not
oppose or protest the creation of a Road Improvement District or County Road Project the
purpose of which is the improvement of Grace Avenue.
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2. An approach permit must be obtained from the County Engineer prior to the
construction of any new driveway approaches. This must be done prior to the release of a
building permit.
NOTICE: PENDING COMPLETION OF ALL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL WHICH
NEED TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO PERMIT ISSUANCE, PERMITS CAN BE
RELEASED PRIOR TO THE LAPSE OF THE TEN (10) -DAY APPEAL PERIOD.
HOWEVER, THE COUNTY HAS NO LIABILITY FOR EXPENSES AND
INCONVENIENCE INCURRED BY THE APPLICANT IF THE PROJECT APPROVAL IS
OVERTURNED OR ALTERED UPON APPEAL.
DATED this 8th day of January, 1990.
' DOUGLAS S. ADAMS
Zoning Adjustor
Spokane County, Washington
FILED.
1) Applicant (Certified/Return Receipt Mail)
2) Parties of Record
3) Spokane County Engineer's Office
4) Spokane County Health District
5) Spokane County Utilities Department
6) Spokane County Department of Building & Safety
7) Spokane County Fire Protection District No.1
8) Planning Department Cross-reference File and/or Electronic File
NOTE: ONLY THE APPLICANT OR AN OPPONENT OF RECORD MAY FILE AN
APPEAL WITHIN TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS OF THE ABOVE DATE OF SIGNING.
APPEAL MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A $100.00 FEE. APPEALS MAY BE FILED AT
THE SPOKANE COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT, BROADWAY CENTRE
BUILDING, NORTH 721 JEFFERSON STREET, SPOKANE, WA 99260 (Sections
4.25.090 and 4.25.100 of the Spokane County Zoning Ordinance).