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Home My WebLink AboutReport 1CITY OF RENTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MEMORANDUM Date: April 17, 2014 To: City Clerk's Office From: Lisa Marie Mcelrea Subject: Land Use File Closeout Please complete the following information to facilitate project closeout and indexing by the City Clerk's Office Project Name: PID 1023059364 Residential Design Modification LUA {file) Number: LUA-14-000423, MOD Cross-References: AKA's: Project Manager: Angelea Wickstrom Acceptance Date: April 3, 2014 Applicant: Dan Finkbeiner Owner: George Shaut Contact: Dan Finbeiner PID Number: 1023059364 ERC Determination: Date: Anneal Period Ends: Administrative Decision: Approved Date: April 3, 2014 Anneal Period Ends: Aoril 17. 2014 Public Hearing Date: Date Appealed to HEX: By Whom: HEX Decision: Date: Anneal Period Ends: Date Appealed to Council: By Whom: Council Decision: Date: Mylar Recording Number: Project Description: Roof pitch modification for lesser roof pitch than Residential Design Standards minimum. Location: PID 1023059364 Comments: ERC Determination Types: DNS -Determination of Non-Significance; DNS-M -Determination of Non-Significance-Mitigated; DS -Determination of Significance. DEPARTMENT OF COl\, ... UNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MODIFICATION OF RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR PROJECTS WITHIN THE R-4 AND R-8 ZONES ~ APPROVAL D DENIAL EVALUATION FORM & DECISION An "X" is shown in the applicable residential design requirement box. When an alternative is employed that requires a modification, the staff evaluation is written on the lines below. The decision to approve or deny the requested modification can be found at the conclusion of this form. PROJECT NAME: PROJECT NUMBER: PROJECT MANAGER: APPLICANT: PID 1023059364 Residential Design Modification LUA 14-000423, MOD Angelea Wickstrom, Planning Specialist Dan Finkbeiner Sierra Homes, Inc. 18915-142"d Ave NE Suite 100 Woodinville, WA 98072 ZONING DESIGNATION: Residential -4 dwelling units per acre {R-4) PROJECT LOCATION: PID 1023059364 SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The applicant is requesting approval of a modification of the Residential Design Standards {RMC 4-2-115) on a proposed unknown square foot single-family house. The proposed project site is 33,519 square feet located in the Residential -4 dwelling units per acre (R-4) zone. The applicant is requesting approval of a lower roof pitch than the minimum standard to provide a varied roof pitch lower than 6:12 that best matches the style of home to be constructed and still meet the guidelines of the Roof element in the Residential Design Standards. 1. Roof Choose one: D Hip or gabled with at least 6:12 pitch; or D Shed roof; or [8J Alternative that meets guidelines (Explain) City of Renton Department of Cornn I and Economic Development Administrative PID 1023059364 Residential Design Modification Report of April 3, 2014 /cation Request Report & Decision LUA 14-000423, MOD Page 2 of 3 The applicant states and staff concurs that the proposed roof pitch of 4:12 will match the design and character of the modern architectural style af the home (see house elevations in Exhibit 1). The applicant notes in the request that the style of the home is similar to architectural trends in many nicer Seattle and Eastside neighborhoods. The applicant's intent is to have a more Contemporary/Modern feel that will add to the appeal of the neighborhood. Within the municipal code, the Guidelines for the "Roof" standard states "roofs shall represent a variety of forms and profiles that add character and relief to the landscape of the neighborhood". The applicant's request fetter states that "the design of the roof is an important component of the architectural character of the house to achieve the intended modern styling," and that "the character of this home should nicely attain the standards intended by the building and design code and it does not adversely impact other properties in the area." (Exhibit 2) The applicant and staff concur that the contemporary design of the home allows for a 4:12 roof pitch rather than a minimum of 6: 12. RMC 4-9-2500.2 Criteria for Modification of the Standards. The requested modification must also meet the following criteria: 1. Will meet the objectives and safety, function, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by the Code requirements, based upon sound engineering judgment; and 2. Will not be injurious to other property(ies) in the vicinity; and 3. Conform to the intent and purpose of the Code; and 4. Can be shown to be justified and required for the use and situation intended; and 5. Will not create adverse impacts to other property(ies) in the vicinity. DECISION The proposal satisfies 5 of the 5 criteria listed in RMC 4-9-250D2 for approval of modifications. Therefore, the PIO 1023059364 Residential Design Modification of the residential design standards for the proposed single-family residential structure, Project Number LUA14-000423, MOD is approved. City of Renton Department of Com, y and Economic Development Administrative 1 PI D 1023059364 Residential Design Modification Report of April 3, 2014 Department of Community & Economic Development ication Request Report & Decision LUA 14-000423, MOD Page 3 of 3 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 April 17, 2014. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's office, Renton City Hall -7'h Floor, (425) 430-6510. If you have any further questions regarding this decision, feel free to contact the project manager, Angelea Wickstrom, at 425.430.7312 or awickstrom@rentonwa.gov. Cc: City Clerk 71 (i\ :r: --1 [TI r [TI < )> --1 () z ,.. . .,,\:.. I ! i i i!i; 11' 1 ~I ' . --··,~' ! m >< :c 1-1 c::i 1-1 -4 .... March 27, 2014 Mr. Chip Vincent CED Administrator Ms. Angelea Wickstrom Planning Specialist City of Renton SIERRA HOMES, INC. POB0X3069 Issaquah, WA 98027 Ph (425) 471-3472 Department of Development and Economic Development RE: Modification request for building permit #B14001542 Dear Chip and Angelea, EXHIBIT 2 This letter is to request a residential design modification of the Building Guidelines under RMC 4-2-115 for roof standards. We request a modification of the roof pitch from the required 6:12 to a 4:12 roof pitch. I have included for your review a colored rendering of the front elevation of the proposed house to show a finished elevation perspective that illustrates the benefits of the lower pitch roof for this style of house. This home was designed by Architects Northwest to have a more Contemporary/Modem feel. The overall design of the home is accented with the large front covered porch and interesting architectural elements in combination with the lower pitch roof. The design of the roof is an important component of the architectural character of the house to achieve the intended modem styling. This style of home has become more common in the nicer areas of Seattle and the Eastside and we believe that it will add to the appeal of the neighborhood. The character of this home should nicely attain the standards intended by the building and design code and it does not adversely impact other properties in the area. ~youfCJur ~ein~ Sierra Homes, Inc. nsideration,