HomeMy WebLinkAboutSR_Shimek_Residential_Design_Modification_190529DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
MODIFICATION OF RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR
PROJECTS WITHIN THE R-4, R-6, R-8, R-10, AND R-14 ZONES
APPLICATION FORM & DECISION
Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way-Renton, WA 98057
Phone: 425-430-7200 Fax: 425-430-7231
APPLICANT CONTACT INFORMATION
Applicant Name:
Matthew Shimek
Company (if applicable): Phone Number:
425 301 8334
Email:
shimekmjj@gmail.com
Applicant Mailing Address:
7015 123rd Ave SE
City:
Newcastle
State/ Zip:
WA 98056
PROJECT INFORMATION
Project Name:
Residential Design Modification
Parcel Number:
3342103205
Zoning Designation:
R6
Project Location:
140x N. 32ND ST. RENTON, WA 98056
Summary of Request: We would like to request modification to the residential design requirements so that we can
build our house to our specifications. We believe that this modification will capture the intent of the design
standard and produce another wonderful residence in Renton’s lower Kennydale neighborhood.
Please explain how your project proposal meets the “guidelines” for each design element, rather than the
standards.
Code Section: 4-2-115E.1. “Garages”
Guidelines:
The visual impact of garages shall be minimized, while
porches and front doors shall be the emphasis of the
front of the home. Garages shall be located in a manner
that minimizes the presence of the garage and shall not
be located at the end of view corridors. Alley access is
encouraged. If used, shared garages shall be within an
acceptable walking distance to the housing unit it is
intended to serve
Compliance with Guidelines: We are proposing to
recess one garage door two feet from the other garage
door. To accommodate the intent of the code we
propose to place windows on the side of the garage
visible to the street. We believe this proposal meets
the guidelines for the design element because, the
windows will improve steet appeal, the garage doors
are easement accessed and in direct view of the street.
Attached below you will find the proposed south and
east elevations, the proposed site plan and two photos
of an example home with a two foot garage recess in
Renton. Thank you.
In addition to this form, the following attachments are required:
Site plan and elevations (8.5x11 size)
Built example photos (if available)
Criteria for Modification of the Residential Design Standards
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Renton Municipal Code, section 4-2-115, lists elements that are required to be included in all residential
development in the zones stated in subsection B of this Section. Each element includes both standards and
guidelines. Standards are provided for predictability. These standards specify a prescriptive manner in which the
requirement can be met. Guidelines for each element are provided for flexibility. These guidelines provide
direction for those who seek to meet the required element in a manner that is different from the standards.
a. The determination as to the satisfaction of the requirement through the use of the guidelines is to be
made by the Community and Economic Development Administrator when no other permit or
approval requires Hearing Examiner review.
b. When it has been determined that the proposed manner of meeting the design requirement through
guidelines is sufficient, the applicant shall have satisfied that design requirement.
I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington, that to the best of
my knowledge the above information is true and complete.
Applicant Signature: Date:
Matthew Shimek 5-2-2019
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
For City Use Only
Project Number:_____LUA19-000107______
DECISION:
Staff agrees with the applicant’s justification for Modification of Residential Design Requirements. The proposal
satisfies the criteria listed in RMC 4-2-115A2 for approval of residential design modifications. Therefore, the
Shimek Residential Design Modification of the residential design requirements for the proposed single-family
residential structure, Project Number LUA19-000107, MOD is approved, with conditions.
Modification Granted Modification Partially Granted Modification Denied (See attached staff comments)
___________________________________________ ________________________
Jennifer Henning, Planning Director Date
Department of Community & Economic Development
Conditions of Approval:
1. The third-car garage door shall be recessed a minimum two feet (2’) from the other garage door.
2. Windows and doors shall constitute a minimum of fifteen percent (15%) of the south elevation.
The decision to approve the modification(s) will become final if not appealed in writing together with the required
fee to: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 on or before 5:00 pm, on June
12, 2019. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk’s office,
Renton City Hall – 7th Floor, (425) 430-6510.
This decision expressly approves the specific request(s) to: reduce the third-car garage setback from the other
garage door to two feet rather than the four feet required by city code for the proposed new single family home
located on parcel number 3342103205. Other design elements or representations, provided within the submitted
application materials, are excluded from this approval and would be subject to the Renton Municipal Code in
effect at the time of building permit application. If you have any further questions regarding this decision, feel free
to contact the project manager, Angelea Weihs, at 425.430.7312 or aweihs@rentonwa.gov.
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