HomeMy WebLinkAboutJ_JustificationNarrative.pdf4. Project Narrative:
110 Hardie Ave SW, Renton, WA 98057
4,244 SF
Current use: Vacant Land.
Has steep slope north of the property. See soil report and steep slope report/geotechnical report attached.
Proposed use: build new 2300 SF house. See attached plans.
No proposed off-site improvements.
Total construction cost: 300k + land value. Final value: 650k
No trees to be removed.
5. Justification for Modification Request
a.Substantially implements the policy direction of the policies and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element and the Community Design Element and the proposed modification is the minimum adjustment necessary to implement these policies and objectives;
Multiple policies of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Plan are focused on encouraging infill development of single family units to meet growth targets. This project helps with adding additional housing. Modification will allow for a buildable footprint on the lot for a single family house.
b.Will meet the objectives and safety, function, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by the Code requirements, based upon sound engineering judgment;
All code requirements objectives for safety, function, and appearance will not be hindered by this modification.
c.Will not be injurious to other property(ies) in the vicinity;
Will not be injuries to any properties in the vicinity.
d.Conforms to the intent and purpose of the Code;
Modication is minor and has no negative effect on the intent and purpose of the Code.
e.Can be shown to be justified and required for the use and situation intended; and
Modification is required to achieve a buildable are for a reasonable SF single family house.\
f.Will not create adverse impacts to other property(ies) in the vicinity.
Will not be injuries to any properties in the vicinity or create any adverse impacts.