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May 22, 2003
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Notices of Application

Area Address Zone Project No
Northeast 6545 RAVENNA AV NE SF5000, L3 2300990
Northeast 7750 35TH AV NE L2 2301577
Northeast 2210 NE 92ND ST L3 2302205
Northeast 4001 NE 95TH ST SF7200 2302253
Northeast 7440 LATONA AV NE L1 2302964
North/Northwest 7701 8TH AV NW SF5000 2302213
North/Northwest 7001 SEAVIEW AV NW C1-40’, US 2302696
North/Northwest 3629 PHINNEY AV N L2 2302883
Magnolia/Queen Anne 3515 W COMMODORE WY SF5000, UR 2201706
Magnolia/Queen Anne 3501 W COMMODORE WY SF5000, UR 2301117
Magnolia/Queen Anne 4210 32ND AV W SF5000 2205849
Downtown/Central 524 2ND AV PSM-100, PS, DF 2301500
Downtown/Central 210 ALASKAN WY S PSM-100 2302661
South 6225 30TH AV S SF5000 2301908
South 5934 33RD AV S MR, SF5000, SS 2303156
West Seattle 7339 12TH AV SW SF7200 2301997

Notices of Decisions

Area Address Zone Project No
Northeast 4410 MERIDIAN AV N L2 2206753
North/Northwest 5803 24TH AV NW MR, RC 2006202
North/Northwest 6557 25TH AV NW SF5000 2206560
Downtown/Central 903 E YESLER WY L3 2207828
Downtown/Central 521 20TH AV E L1 2301047
South 2803 S ORCAS ST SF5000 2200382
West Seattle 5954 26TH AV SW SF5000 2208518

Appeal Hearing Notices

Area Address Zone Project No
Northeast 6205 KIRKWOOD PL N SF5000 2208915

Other Land Use Notices

Area Address Zone Project No
Notice of Design Review Early Design Guidance Meeting 12220 AURORA AV N C1 65’ 2208701
Notice of Design Review Board Public Meeting 601 AURORA AV N C1 65’ 2300363
Notice of Design Review Board Public Meeting 500 MERCER ST NC3 40’ 2207089
Public Meeting 2522 S GRAHAM ST SF5000 2208053
Notice of Director’s Recommendation on Council Concept Approval 917 E YESLER WY L3 2200869
City of Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation – Sand Point Magnuson Park Division Sand Point
Notice of SEPA Determination regarding Amendment to Chapter 23.71, Northgate Overlay District, to Repeal the General Development Plan (GDP) Requirement and Amend Open Space Requirements and Notice of Public Hearing Northgate
Notice of SEPA Determination and Public Hearing regarding Development Agreement between City of Seattle and Simon Properties Simon

Notice Information

Notice of Application

Please see "Other Land Use Actions" for notice of Design Review Early Design Guidance Applications. Seattle’s Department of Design, Construction and Land Use is currently reviewing the Master Use Permit applications described below. Your written comments are encouraged and may be submitted to:

Department of Design, Construction and Land Use
ATTN: Public Resource Center or Assigned Planner
700 5th Avenue, Suite 2000
Seattle, Washington 98104
FAX (206) 233-7901

Applications requiring shoreline approvals are subject to an initial 30-day comment period. All other land use approvals listed below are subject to an initial 14-day comment period. The comment period may be extended additional 14-days. A written request to extend the comment period must be received by this Department within the initial 14-day comment period as published in this bulletin. Any comments filed after the end of the official comment period may be considered if pertinent to review yet to be conducted. The project file, environmental documentation and other additional information related to the project can be found at the DPD Public Resource Center, 700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2000 (206) 684-8467. The Public Resource Center is open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Questions about the projects listed in this bulletin can also be directed to the Public Resource Center via e-mail. The e-mail address is PRC@seattle.gov. For future updates include your US postal address.

To the extent known by the Department, in addition to the project permits included in each of the land use applications described below, other government approvals or permits that may be necessary, that are not included in the applications, will also be listed. When a building permit is listed as being necessary, this may include associated electrical, plumbing, mechanical, elevator, and other similar permits.

The City Council amended the City’s SEPA (State Environmental Policy Act) Ordinance effective on November 1, 1998. The amendments included the Early Review Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS) Process, which DPD is now using for all applications for projects requiring a threshold determination when DPD has reasonable basis to believe that significant adverse impacts are not likely, and the Director expects to issue a DNS for the proposal. The DNS is not final until it is published following consideration of all comments received during the comment period.

The comment period for a project subject to an Early Review DNS may be the only opportunity to submit comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal. Projects subject to the Early Review DNS process may include mitigation measures under applicable codes and ordinances, and after comment and review occurs they may incorporate or require additional mitigation measures regardless of whether or not an Environment Impact Statement is required.

A copy of the application and the environmental checklist prepared by the applicant will be sent to agencies with jurisdiction, the Department of Ecology, affected tribes and local agencies whose public services would be changed as a result of the proposal. After the close of the comment period, DPD will review any comments and will either issue a DNS followed by an opportunity to appeal, or, if significant environmental impacts are identified, a DS/Scoping notice. Copies of the subsequent threshold determination for the proposal may be obtained upon request.

Numbers used in project descriptions are approximations. The final approved plans will control.

Interpretations

A formal decision as to the meaning, application or intent of any development regulation in Title 23 (Land Use Code) or Chapter 25.09 (Regulations for Environmentally Critical Areas) is known as an "interpretation". Examples include questions of how structure height or setback is properly measured, or how a proposed use should be categorized. An interpretation may be requested by any party during the comment period as determined above. The request must be in writing, and accompanied by a $1,500.00 fee payable to the City of Seattle. (This fee covers the first six hours of review. Additional hours will be billed at $250.00.) Interpretations on some issues may also be requested later, during the appeal period, if the project decision is appealed. Failure to request an interpretation can preclude raising the issue on appeal. Questions regarding the interpretation process may be asked by phone by calling (206) 684-8467. Requests for interpretation may be submitted to the Department of Design, Construction and Land Use, Code Interpretation and Implementation Group, 700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2000, Seattle, WA 98104.

Note: The vicinity map feature added to the public notice of application is provided as an illustrative reference. It is not intended to replace the legal description and site plan included in the project file. In the event of omissions, errors or differences, the documents in DPD’s files will control.

Proj# 2300990 Area: Northeast GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 6545 Ravenna Av NE
Zone: SF5000, L3

Applicant Contact: Maya Foty
Applicant Phone: (206) 728-4248

Planner: Lori Swallow
Planner Phone: (206) 684-5627

Date of Application: May 7, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 7, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit for future construction of a 1,365 sq. ft. mezzanine addition to a community center for offices accessory to a community program for the elderly (Elderhealth Northwest). No change in parking is required.


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  The following approvals are required:

· Administrative Conditional Use to allow expansion of an institution not conforming to development standard.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Building Permit

Proj# 2301577 Area: Northeast GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 7750 35th Av NE
Zone: L2

Applicant Contact: Nancy Carrison
Applicant Phone: (206) 364-7344

Planner: Bradley Wilburn
Planner Phone: (206) 615-0508

Date of Application: March 26, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: March 26, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit to establish the use of a fruit and vegetable stand.


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  The following approvals are required:

· Special Exception to allow a temporary use for less than 6 months.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Building Permit

Proj# 2302205 Area: Northeast GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 2210 NE 92nd St
Zone: L3

Applicant Contact: H. Todd Kilburn
Applicant Phone: (206) 682-5211

Planner: Colin Vasquez
Planner Phone: (206) 684-5639

Date of Application: May 14, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 14, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit for future alterations of 17 existing skylights on the roof of a non-conforming building (Greenhouse Condominium) to convert them into clerestories.


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  The following approvals are required:

· Variance to allow the expansion of a non-conforming structure in a multi-family zone.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Building Permit

Proj# 2302253 Area: Northeast GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 4001 NE 95th St
Zone: SF7200

Applicant Contact: Garrett Birkland
Applicant Phone: (206) 542-9096

Planner: Christopher Ndifon
Planner Phone: (206) 684-5046

Date of Application: May 14, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 14, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into two parcels of land in an environmentally critical area. Proposed parcel sizes are: A) 7,073 sq. ft. and B) 6,785 sq. ft. Existing single family residence to remain. Existing detached garage to be removed.


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  The following approvals are required:

· SEPA Environmental Determination

· Short Subdivision to create two parcels of land.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Water Availability Certificate

Proj# 2302964 Area: Northeast GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 7440 Latona Av NE
Zone: L1

Applicant Contact: Bob Winters
Applicant Phone: (206) 297-0996

Planner: Lisa Rutzick
Planner Phone: (206) 386-9049

Date of Application: May 15, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 15, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit to subdivide two parcels into nine unit lots in an environmentally critical area. This subdivision of property is only for the purpose of allowing sale or lease of the unit lots. Development standards will be applied to the original parcel and not to each of the new unit lots. The construction of single family residences is being reviewed under Project #2301844.


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  The following approvals are required:

· SEPA Environmental Determination

· Short Subdivision to create nine unit lots.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Water Availability Certificate

Proj# 2302213 Area: North/Northwest GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 7701 8th Av NW
Zone: SF5000

Applicant Contact: Paul Wozniak
Applicant Phone: (206) 793-1077

Planner: Tamara Garrett
Planner Phone: (206) 684-0976

Date of Application: May 2, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 16, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit to establish use for future installation of a minor communication utility (T-Mobile) consisting of 3 panel antennas located in the right-of-way atop a City Light pole, and an equipment cabinet located on private property in an existing detached accessory structure.


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  The following approvals are required:

· SEPA Environmental Determination

· Administrative Conditional Use recommendation to Seattle City Light.

· Administrative Conditional Use to allow minor communication utility to exceed height limit in single family zone.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Building Permit

Proj# 2302696 Area: North/Northwest GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 7001 Seaview Av NW
Zone: C1-40, US

Applicant Contact: Jennifer Grant
Applicant Phone: (206) 623-1745

Planner: Colin Vasquez
Planner Phone: (206) 684-5639

Date of Application: May 9, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 21, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 20, 2003

Shoreline Substantial Development Permit for future expansion of existing dry boat storage area for a total of 46,794 sq. ft. (Shilshole Bay Marina). Project includes additional fencing, realignment of curbcut and reconfiguration of existing parking to accommodate 1,372 vehicles. Determination of Non- Significance prepared by the Port of Seattle.


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  The following approvals are required:

· Shoreline Substantial Development Permit to allow expansion of recreational marina in US Shoreline Environment.

· SEPA to approve, condition or deny pursuant to 25.05.660.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· US Army Corps of Engineers Approval

· State Fish and Wildlife Approval

· Dept. of Ecology Approval

· Dept. of Natural Resources Approval

Proj# 2302883 Area: North/Northwest GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 3629 Phinney Av N
Zone: L2

Applicant Contact: Andy Ryssel
Applicant Phone: (425) 353-5758

Planner: Bruce Rips
Planner Phone: (206) 615-1392

Date of Application: May 12, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 12, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into four unit lots. This subdivision of property is only for the purpose of allowing sale or lease of the unit lots. Development standards will be applied to the original parcel and not to each of the new unit lots. The construction of townhouses has been approved under Project #2206010.


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  The following approvals are required:

· Short Subdivision to create four unit lots.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Water Availability Certificate

Proj# 2201706 Area: Magnolia/Queen Anne GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 3515 W Commodore Wy
Zone: SF5000, UR

Applicant Contact: Bob Horsley
Applicant Phone: (206) 343-9721

Planner: Lori Swallow
Planner Phone: (206) 684-5627

Date of Application: April 22, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 14, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 20, 2003

Master Use Permit for future construction of a 105 foot long retaining wall, a 737 sq. ft. deck addition and 840 sq. ft. concrete sports court. Project includes grading of 184 cu. yds. of material. (Related Project #2301117 at 3501 West Commodore Way.)


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  The following approvals are required:

· Shoreline Substantial Development Permit to allow an addition and retaining wall to an existing single family residence in a UR Environment.

· SEPA Environmental Determination

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· US Army Corps of Engineers Approval

· State Fish and Wildlife Approval

· Dept. of Ecology Approval

· Dept. of Natural Resources Approval

Proj# 2301117  Area: Magnolia/Queen Anne GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 3501 W Commodore Wy
Zone: SF5000, UR

Applicant Contact: Bob Horsley
Applicant Phone: (206) 343-9721

Planner: Lori Swallow
Planner Phone: (206) 684-5627

Date of Application: April 22, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 14, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 20, 2003

Master Use Permit for future construction of a 37-foot long retaining wall to an existing single family residence. An 840 sq. ft. concrete sports pad will be constructed at grade with a cantilevered portion of 100 sq. ft., including a suspended stairway on piles. Project includes grading of 92 cu. yds. of material. (Related Project #2201706 – 3515 West Commodore Way.)


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  The following approvals are required:

· Shoreline Substantial Development Permit to allow an addition and retaining wall to an existing single family residence in a UR Environment.

· SEPA Environmental Determination

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· US Army Corps of Engineers Approval

· State Fish and Wildlife Approval

· Dept. of Ecology Approval

· Dept. of Natural Resources Approval

Proj# 2205849  Area: Magnolia/Queen Anne GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 4210 32nd Av W
Zone: SF5000

Applicant Contact: Mark Goodwin
Applicant Phone: (206) 568-0811

Planner: Marie Kanikkeberg
Planner Phone: (206) 684-4141

Date of Application: May 12, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 12, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into two parcels of land. Proposed parcel sizes are: A) 4,240 sq. ft. and B) 4,000 sq. ft. Existing residence to remain.


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  The following approvals are required:

· Short Subdivision to create two parcels of land.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Water Availability Certificate

Proj# 2301500 Area: Downtown/Central GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 524 2nd Av
Zone: PSM100, PS, DF

Applicant Contact: Seth Howard
Applicant Phone: (206) 623-1016

Planner: Malli Anderson
Planner Phone: (206) 233-3858

Date of Application: May 19, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 19, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit to establish a sidewalk cafe adjacent to a new restaurant (Collins Pub).


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  The following approvals are required:

· Sidewalk Café to allow a sidewalk cafe in the public right-of-way.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Street Use Permit

· Building Permit

Proj# 2302661 Area: Downtown/Central GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 210 Alaskan Wy S
Zone: PSM-100

Applicant Contact: Andrew Phillips
Applicant Phone: (206) 623-1104

Planner: Glenda Warmoth
Planner Phone: (206) 684-0966

Date of Application: April 29, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 16, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 20, 2003

Shoreline Substantial Development Permit to establish use for future construction of a 5-story building containing four floors of congregate residence and one floor of administrative/customer service offices all accessory to an existing community center (The Compass Center). Project includes partially below grade parking to be provided for 15 vehicles. Existing structures to be removed.


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  The following approvals are required:

· SEPA Environmental Determination

· Shoreline Substantial Development Permit to allow congregate residence and administrative/customer service office accessory to community center in UH Environment.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Building Permit

Proj# 2301908 Area: South GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 6225 30th Av S
Zone: SF5000

Applicant Contact: Doina Frentescu
Applicant Phone: (925) 899-5947

Planner: Bradley Wilburn
Planner Phone: (206) 615-0508

Date of Application: April 4, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 16, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit to establish use for future installation of a minor communication utility (Cingular Wireless) to consist of six panel antennas located at 67 feet above grade on a City Light transmission tower, and a 150 sq. ft. equipment cabinet on a concrete pad all located within the right-of-way.


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  The following approvals are required:

· SEPA Environmental Determination

· Administrative Conditional Use to allow equipment cabinet for a minor communication utility in the right-of-way.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Building Permit

Proj# 2303156 Area: South GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 5934 33rd Av S
Zone: MR, SF5000, SS

Applicant Contact: Randy Spaan
Applicant Phone: (206) 720-0166

Planner: Holly Goddard
Planner Phone: (206) 615-1254

Date of Application: May 13, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 14, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into two parcels of land in an environmentally critical area. Environmental review includes the future construction of three clustered single family residences on Parcel A. Environmental review for 16 townhouses on Parcel B is being reviewed under Project 2006188. Proposed parcel sizes are: A) 18,265 sq. ft. and B) 24,183 sq. ft. Existing townhouses to remain.


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  The following approvals are required:

· SEPA Environmental Determination

· Short Subdivision to create two parcels of land.

· Administrative Conditional Use to recover development credit and allow cluster development in a single family zone.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· None

Proj# 2301997 Area: West Seattle GMR Notice Date: 5/22/2003 
  Addr: 7339 12th Av SW
Zone: SF7200

Applicant Contact: Terry Wilson
Applicant Phone: (253) 852-4880

Planner: Darlene Edwards
Planner Phone: (206) 684-5606

Date of Application: May 12, 2003
Date Application Deemed Complete: May 12, 2003

Written comments may be submitted through: June 4, 2003

Master Use Permit to subdivide two parcels into three parcels of land. Proposed parcel sizes are: A) 7,646 sq. ft., B) 7,404 sq. ft.; and C) 7,202 sq. ft. Existing residences to remain.


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  The following approvals are required:

· Short Subdivision to create three parcels of land.

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:

· Water Availability Certificate

Notice of Decision

The Director of the Department of Design, Construction and Land Use has reviewed the Master Use Permit application(s) below and issued the following decisions. Interested parties may appeal these decisions.

Hearing Examiner Appeals

To appeal to the City’s Hearing Examiner, the appeal MUST be in writing, and be delivered to the Office of the Hearing Examiner, Room 1320, Alaska Building, 618 Second Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98104. Appeals must be received prior to 5:00 P.M. of the appeal deadline indicated below and be accompanied by a $50.00 filing fee in a check payable to the City of Seattle. (The Hearing Examiner may waive the appeal fee if payment would cause financial hardship.) The appeal must identify all the specific Master Use Permit component(s) being appealed, specify exceptions or objections to the decision, and the relief sought. Appeals to the Hearing Examiner must conform in content and form to the Hearing Examiner’s rules governing appeals. (The Hearing Examiner’s Office has a form that can be used for land use appeals.) A copy of the Hearing Examiner Rules is available for $1.75 from DPD. The Hearing Examiner’s Office also provides a "Citizen Guide to the Office of the Hearing Examiner". To be assured of a right to have your views heard, you must be party to an appeal. Do not assume that you will have an opportunity to be heard if someone else has filed an appeal from the decision.

Interpretations

Issues concerning the proper application of any development regulation in the Land Use and Zoning Code (Title 23) or regulations for Environmentally Critical Areas (Chapter 25.09) cannot be raised as part of this appeal. These issues can be considered in an interpretation, which may be appealed to the Hearing Examiner. Interpretations may be requested by any interested person. Requests for interpretations must be filed in writing prior to 5:00 P.M. on the appeal deadline indicated below and be accompanied by a $2,000.00 fee payable to the City of Seattle. (This fee covers the first eight hours of review. Additional hours will be billed at $250.00.) Requests must be submitted to the Department of Design, Construction and Land Use, Code Interpretation and Implementation Section, 700 Fifth Avenue. Questions regarding how to apply for a formal interpretation may be asked by phone by calling (206) 684-8467.

Shoreline Decisions

An appeal from a shoreline decision is made to the State Shorelines Hearing Board. It is NOT made to the City Hearing Examiner. The appeal must be in writing and filed within 21 days of the date the DPD decision is received by the State Department of Ecology (DOE). The DPD decision will be sent to DOE by the close of business on the Friday of this week. If the Shoreline decision involves a shoreline variance or shoreline conditional use, the appeal must be filed within 21 days after DOE has made their decision. The information necessary for DOE to make their decision will be sent to them by the close of business on the Friday of this week. The beginning of the appeal period may also be provided to you by calling (206) 684-8467. The minimum requirements for the content of a shoreline appeal and all the parties who must be served within the appeal period cannot be summarized here but written instructions are available at the Department of Design, Construction and Land Use (Client Assistance Memo 232), 700 Fifth Av, Suite 2000, Seattle, WA 98104-1703, (206) 684-8467 or contact the Shorelines Hearing Board at (360) 459-6327. Failure to properly file an appeal within the required time period will result in dismissal of the appeal. In cases where a shoreline and environmental decision are the only components, the appeal for both shall be filed with the State Shorelines Hearing Board. When a decision has been made on a shoreline application with environmental review and other appealable land use components, the appeal of the environmental review must be filed with both the State Shorelines Hearing Board and the City of Seattle Hearing Examiner.

Comments

When specified below written comments will be accepted. Comments should be addressed to: Department of Design, Construction and Land Use, 700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2000, Seattle, WA 98104.

Information

For additional information, to obtain a copy of the decision or to learn if a decision has been appealed, contact the DPD Public Resource Center, Key Tower Building, 700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2000 – 20th Floor, (206) 684-8467. A copy fee will be charged. (The Public Resource Center is open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.)

Proj# 2206753  Area: Northeast Date of Decision: 5/22/2003 
View Decision Doc (Adobe) Addr: 4410 Meridian Av N
Zone: L2

Applicant Contact: Julie LeDoux
Applicant Phone: (425) 485-6222

Planner: Lucas DeHerrera
Planner Phone: (206) 615-0724

Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into four unit lots. This subdivision of property is only for the purpose of allowing sale or lease of the unit lots. Development standards will be applied to the original parcel and not to each of the new unit lots. Existing structure to be removed. The construction of townhouses being reviewed under Project #2206384.
  The following appealable decisions have been made based on submitted plans:
  • Conditionally Grant - Short Subdivision to create four unit lots.
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.

Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than June 5, 2003.

Proj# 2006202 Area: North/Northwest Date of Decision: 5/22/2003 
View Decision Doc (Adobe) Addr: 5803 24th Av NW
Zone: MR-RC

Applicant Contact: Linda Smith
Applicant Phone: (425) 259-6622

Planner: David Graves
DPD Consultant Phone: (206) 297-2106

Note: This project has been assigned to one of DPD's Planning Consultants. If you would like more information about the project, please call the assigned consultant with the project number.

Master Use Permit to establish use for future construction of a six-story apartment building containing 31 residential units. Parking for 39 vehicles to be provided in basement and first floor garage. Project includes demolition of two existing structures and approximately 2,740 cu. yds. of grading.
  The following appealable decisions have been made based on submitted plans:
  • Declaration of Non-Significance with conditions (no environmental impact statement required). Environmental review completed and project conditioned as applicable.
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.
  • Conditionally Grant - Design Review
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.

Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than June 5, 2003.

Proj# 2206560 Area: North/Northwest Date of Decision: 5/22/2003 
View Decision Doc (Adobe) Addr: 6557 25th Av NW
Zone: SF5000

Applicant Contact: Tom Leren
Applicant Phone: (425) 787-6543

Planner: Bruce Rips
Planner Phone: (206) 615-1392

Master Use Permit for future construction of a two-story, 2,026 sq. ft. single family residence and a detached garage.
  The following appealable decisions have been made based on submitted plans:
  • Grant – Variance to allow construction of a structure in a required side yard on a reverse corner lot.
  • Deny – Variance to allow an accessory structure in that portion of the rear yard of a reversed corner lot within five feet of the key lot and not abutting the front yard of the key lot.
  • Deny – Variance to allow parking within the first ten feet of a required rear yard abutting a street.

Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than June 5, 2003.

Proj# 2207828  Area: Downtown/Central Date of Decision: 5/22/2003 
View Decision Doc (Adobe) Addr: 903 E. Yesler Wy
Zone: L3

Applicant Contact: Joe Rolph
Applicant Phone: (206) 323-4144

Planner: Scott Kemp
Planner Phone: (206) 233-3866

Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into two parcels of land. Proposed parcel sizes are: A) 428,808 sq. ft. and B) 61,901 sq. ft. Existing structures on Parcel A to remain. Note: A Determination of Non-Significance was prepared by the Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation, dated August 15, 2002. DPD considered and imposed necessary substantive SEPA conditioning in Master Permit Decision #2200869.
  The following appealable decisions have been made based on submitted plans:
  • Conditionally Grant – Short Subdivision to create two parcels of land.
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.

Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than June 5, 2003.

Proj# 2301047  Area: Downtown/Central Date of Decision: 5/22/2003 
View Decision Doc (Adobe) Addr: 521 20th Av E
Zone: L1

Applicant Contact: Greg Brant
Applicant Phone: (206) 767-1985

Planner: Bradley Wilburn
Planner Phone: (206) 615-0508

Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into three unit lots. This subdivision of property is only for the purpose of allowing sale or lease of the unit lots. Development standards will be applied to the original parcel and not to each of the new unit lots. The construction of townhouses is being reviewed under related Project #2208699.
  The following appealable decisions have been made based on submitted plans:
  • Conditionally Grant - Short Subdivision to create two parcels.
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.

Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than June 5, 2003.

Proj# 2200382 Area: South Date of Decision: 5/22/2003 
View Decision Doc (Adobe) Addr: 2803 S Orcas St
Zone: SF5000

Applicant Contact: Wallace Ip
Applicant Phone: (206) 232-6343

Planner: Glenda Warmoth
Planner Phone: (206) 684-0966

Master Use Permit for future construction of a two-story 3,892 square foot addition to an existing church (Seattle Chinese Alliance Church) in an environmentally critical area. Project includes relocation of one parking space and demolition of an existing portable classroom building.
  The following appealable decisions have been made based on submitted plans:
  • Grant - Administrative Conditional Use to allow expansion of existing religious facility in a single family zone.
  • Declaration of Non-Significance with conditions (no environmental impact statement required). Environmental review completed and project conditioned as applicable.
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.

Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than June 5, 2003.

Proj# 2208518 Area: West Seattle Date of Decision: 5/22/2003 
View Decision Doc (Adobe) Addr: 5954 26th Av SW
Zone: SF5000

Applicant Contact: Richard Crooks
Applicant Phone: (206) 354-3221

Planner: Bradley Wilburn
Planner Phone: (206) 615-0508

Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into three parcels. Proposed parcel sizes are: A) 6,432 sq. ft., B) 5,289 sq. ft.; and C) 7,972 sq. Ft. Existing structure to remain.
  The following appealable decisions have been made based on submitted plans:
  • Declaration of Non-Significance with conditions (no environmental impact statement required). Environmental review completed and project conditioned as applicable.
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.
  • Conditionally Grant - Short Subdivision to create three parcels of land.
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.

Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than June 5, 2003.

Appeal Hearing Notices

The City’s Hearing Examiner has received an appeal of the Master Use Permit decision(s) described below. An appeal hearing has been scheduled to be held in the Office of Hearing Examiner, 13th Floor, Alaska Building, 618 Second Avenue. Because appeals may be withdrawn or hearings rescheduled, please call the Office of Hearing Examiner the day before the hearing to be sure no changes have been made. The hearing will be held under the appeal provisions of the Master Use Permit Ordinance (Chapter 23.76, SMC) and the Hearing Examiner Rules.

Hearings are open to the public, but generally only those who are parties to the appeal and persons called by the parties as witnesses will have the opportunity to testify. A person who has not appealed, but who has a substantial interest in the outcome of the appeal, may request to be allowed to participate in an appeal as an "intervenor." An intervenor, like the parties, would have the option of appealing the Hearing Examiner’s decision in this matter. Intervenor status should be requested as soon as possible prior to hearing and in accordance with the Hearing Examiner Rules. For information regarding appeals, and intervenor status, contact the Office of Hearing Examiner, Room 1320 Alaska Building, 618 Second Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98104 (206) 684-0521. The Hearing Examiner’s office provides barrier-free access.

Notices in this section may appear in more than one publication prior to a hearing. Notices for appeals of Shoreline projects are provided by the State of Washington, and do not appear in this publication.

Proj# 2208915 Area: Northeast Date of Decision: 5/22/2003
  Addr: 6205 Kirkwood Pl N
Zone: SF5000

Applicant Contact: James Johnston
Applicant Phone: (425) 869-8443

DPD Land Use Planner : Lucas DeHerrera
Phone: (206) 615-0724

Master Use Permit for future construction of a second story, 1,157 sq. ft. addition to an existing single family residence and a 40 sq. ft. addition to the attached single car garage. Project includes a 215 sq. ft. deck addition above the garage.
  The following decisions have been appealed:
  • Conditionally Grant - Variance to allow expansion of a nonconforming structure.
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.
    Reference Seattle Municipal Code 23.42.112
  • Conditionally Grant - Variance to allow expansion of the principle structure in the required rear yard.
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.
    Reference Seattle Municipal Code 23.44.014B
  • Conditionally Grant - Variance to allow expansion of the principle structure into the required side yard.
    Conditions: Numerous conditions have been placed on this project. You may contact either the assigned planner whose name and phone number appears above, or the Public Resource Center (206-684-8467) or view the decision through our web based Land Use Information Bulletin.
    Reference Seattle Municipal Code 23.44.014C

The Appeal Hearing will be held on June 17, 2003 at 09:00 a.m.

Other Land Use Notices

Notice of Design Review Early Design Guidance Meeting
  Project #2208701
 

The Director of DPD is convening the Design Review Board for an early design guidance meeting regarding the following location:

Address: 12220 Aurora Av N

Application Number: 2208701

Applicant: Peter Kahn

Applicant Phone: (425) 313-8100

Zoning: C1 65’

DPD Planner: Scott Kemp

PROJECT DESCRIPTION


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The site is located on Aurora Av N, southeast of the intersection of Aurora and N 125th St. The site is zoned Commercial 1 with a 65’ height limit (C1 65’). The proposal is for a multi-purpose convenience store (Costco) with accessory parking at and below grade.

PROCESS

The applicants have applied for Design Review related to development of this site for a commercial development. At the early design guidance meeting, the applicants will present information about the site and vicinity. The public may offer comments regarding the design and siting of a commercial development on the subject site; and, the Design Review Board members will also offer comments and identify those Citywide Design Guidelines of highest priority in developing the site.

MEETING

Date: Monday, June 2, 2003

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location: Ingraham High School

1819 N 135th St

Auditorium

MORE INFORMATION

For more information regarding this application or the Design Review process, you may contact Scott Kemp, DPD Land Use Planner at 206-233-3866. If you are unable to attend this meeting but would like to be informed of future meetings, please call the Land Use Planner to become a party of record.

Notice of Design Review Board Public Meeting
  Project #2300363
 

The Director of DPD is convening the Design Review Board for its preliminary recommendation regarding a commercial development at the following location:

Address: 601 Aurora Av N

Application Number: 2300363

Applicant: Dale Johnson

Applicant Phone: (208) 667-5570

Zoning: C1 65’

DPD Planner: Paul Janos

PROJECT DESCRIPTION


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The site is located on the west side of Aurora Av N between Roy St and Mercer St. The site is zoned Commercial 1 with a 65’ height limit (C1 65’). The proposal is for a 5 to 6-story hotel (Extended Stay Business Class Suites Hotel) with underground parking for approximately 130 vehicles.

PROCESS

The applicant has applied for Design Review related to development of this site for a commercial development. At the Design Review Board meeting the applicant will present information about the proposed design and how it responds to the Design Guideline priorities established at the Early Design Guidance Board meeting on May 7, 2003, regarding this site; the public may offer comments regarding the proposed design; and, the Design Review Board members will offer to the Director of the Department of Design, Construction and Land Use their recommendations regarding the design.

MEETING

Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2003

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Location: McClure Middle School

1915 1st Av

Lunchroom

MORE INFORMATION

For more information regarding this application or the Design Review process, you may contact Paul Janos, DPD Land Use Planner at 206-233-7195. If you are unable to attend this meeting but would like to be informed of future meetings, please call the Land Use Planner to become a party of record.

Notice of Design Review Board Public Meeting
  Project #2207089
 

The Director of DPD is convening the Design Review Board for its recommendations regarding a mixed-use development at the following location:

Address: 500 Mercer Street

Application Number: 2207089

Applicant: John Odell

Applicant Phone: (206) 624-8154

Zoning: NC3 40’

DPD Planner: Michael Jenkins

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

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The project is a full block development located on the northeast corner of 5th Avenue North and Mercer Street. The site is zoned Neighborhood Commercial 3 with a 40’ height limit (NC3 40’) and is located within the Queen Anne/Uptown Urban Center. The proposal is for a mixed-use building with 71,371 sq. ft. of retail space, 100 apartment units, and an underground parking garage with 307 parking spaces. The project is also requesting an alley vacation and has petitioned the Seattle Department of Transportation with the proposal.

PROCESS

The applicant has applied for Design Review related to development of this site for a mixed-use development. At the Design Review Board meeting the applicant will present information about the proposed design and how it responds to the Design Guideline priorities established at the Early Design Guidance Board meeting on December 4, 2002, regarding this site; the public may offer comments regarding the proposed design; and, the Design Review Board members will offer to the Director of the Department of Design, Construction and Land Use their recommendations regarding the design.

MEETING

Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2003

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location: McClure Middle School

1915 1st Av W

Lunchroom

MORE INFORMATION

For more information regarding this application or the Design Review process, you may contact Michael Jenkins, DPD Land Use Planner at 206-615-1331.

Public Meeting
  Project #2208053
 

The Department of Design, Construction and Land Use (DPD) is currently reviewing the application described below and will hold a public meeting to gather comments on the project.

Project Number: 2208053

Address: 2522 South Graham Street

Zone: Single Family 5000

Planner: Bradley Wilburn

Phone: (206) 615-0508

Project Description: Master use permit for future installation of a minor communication utility (T-Mobile) consisting of 3 antennas located atop a city light pole and a new 150 sq. ft. electrical equipment cabinet/storage shed located on private property.

The project requires the following approvals:

  • Administrative Conditional Use
  • Recommendation to Seattle City Light
  • SEPA

INFORMATION AVAILABLE

A copy of the plans and other application materials are available at the DPD Public Resource Center, 700 5th Avenue, Suite 2000 (206) 684-8467. The Public Resource Center is open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.

PUBLIC MEETING

A public meeting to review this application will be held on Monday, June 9, 2003 at Van Asselt Elementary School, 7201 Beacon Av S, Lunchroom, 7:00 p.m. Written and/or oral comments may be submitted at the meeting.

This facility is accessible. Print and communication access available on request. Please contact the Public Resource Center (206) 684-8467 as soon as possible to request accommodation for a disability.

 NOTICE OF DIRECTOR’S RECOMMENDATION ON COUNCIL CONCEPT APPROVAL
  The Recommendation of the Director of the Department of Planning and Development(DPD) to approve the Concept Approval application described below.

Project Number: 2200869

C. F. Number:

Address: 917 East Yesler Way

Zone: L3

Project Description: Council Land Use Action to establish use for future construction of a 22,800 sq. ft. Community Center to include an approximately 1,350 sq. ft. child care center, a 6,800 sq. ft. gymnasium, 8,750 sq. ft. of activity space and 5,900 sq. ft. of accessory administrative office and storage. Parking for 36 vehicles will be provided with 20 of those under the structure. The project also includes future grading of approximately 700 cu. yds. and demolition of existing structures on the site (include 21 residential units). A Determination of Non-Significance and environmental documents were prepared by the Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation.

The Director's recommendation is that City Council grant concept approval of the proposed City Facility and that the requested development standard departures be granted. The requested development standard departures are to Seattle Land Use Code requirements for structure height (allowed 35 feet, proposed 52 feet), structure width and depth, front and side setbacks, screening of parking, dispersion between institutions, and amount of parking (required 42 spaces, proposed 36 spaces).

Copies of the Director’s Report and Recommendation and the application materials are available at the DPD Public Resource Center, 700 5th Avenue Suite 2000, Key Tower. The Public Resource Center is open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Questions may be directed to (planner, telephone number) at DPD.

CONDITIONING OF DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

The Director of DPD recommends the following conditions to mitigate environmental impacts:

1. The hours of exterior demolition and construction shall be limited to non-holiday weekdays between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Once each floor has been fully enclosed, interior construction on that floor may occur at any time in compliance with the Noise Ordinance. The Department may allow during the restricted times only where such work is shown to be of an emergency nature, including work necessitated by safety or street use (traffic) concerns. Prior approval must be obtained from DPD for such work and residents whose properties abut the west side of the school property must each be provided a notice not less than 24 hours prior to the emergency work (the notice must state when the work will be allowed).

2. A PSCAA permit shall be obtained prior to commencing demolition activities.

HOW TO APPEAL THE CONDITIONING OF THE DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE

Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner at the address shown below no later than 5:00 p.m. June 5, 2003. Appeals must be accompanied by $50.00 filing fee in a check payable to the City of Seattle. The appeal must be sent to the Hearing Examiner at the address below.

Hearing Examiner

Alaska Building, Room 1320

618 Second Avenue

Seattle, Washington 98l04-2222

HOW TO COMMENT

Comments on the Director’s recommendation may be submitted through June 5, 2003. Comments should be sent to:

Attn: Scott Kemp, Senior Land Use Planner

Department of Design, Construction and Land Use

700 5th Avenue, Suite 2000

Seattle, Washington 98104-5070

City of Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation – Sand Point Magnuson Park Division
  Notice is hereby given that the Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS), Sand Point Magnuson Park Drainage, Wetland/Habitat Complex and Sports Fields/Courts Project will be available for review beginning on May 16, 2003 at the following locations:

Seattle Parks and Recreation 7400 Sand Point Way NE

Sand Point Magnuson Park Seattle, WA 98115

Seattle Public Library 2300 24th Ave. E.

Montlake Branch Seattle, WA 98112

Seattle Public Library 12501 28th Ave. N.E.

Lake City Branch Seattle, WA 98125

Seattle Public Library 5009 Roosevelt Way N.E.

University Branch Seattle, WA 98105

Seattle Public Library 800 Pike St.

Temporary Central Seattle, WA 98101

University of Washington Suzzallo Library, Box 352900

Governmental Publications Seattle, WA 98195-2900

King County Library 18215 98th Ave. NE

Bothell Regional Library Bothell, WA 98011

King County Library 1111 - 110th Ave. NE

Bellevue Regional Library Bellevue, WA 98004

Copies of the Final Supplemental EIS are also available for purchase at:

Sand Point Magnuson Park

7400 Sand Point Way NE

Monday – Friday between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM

Purchase price is $3.00 for the FSEIS. Payment must be made by check or money order to the City of Seattle.

Questions or comments may be directed to:

Kevin Bergsrud, Planning and Development Specialist

Seattle Parks and Recreation

Sand Point Magnuson Park

7400 Sand Point Way NE

Seattle, WA 98115

E-mail: kevin.bergsrud@seattle.gov

NOTICE OF SEPA DETERMINATION REGARDING AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 23.71, NORTHGATE OVERLAY DISTRICT, TO REPEAL THE GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN (GDP) REQUIREMENT AND AMEND OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Proposed Legislation

SEPA Determination

Director's Report

Description of Proposal

The Department of Planning and Developmentis the lead agency. The proponent, the Office of Policy and Management, is proposing amendments to the Land Use Code, Chapter 23.71, Northgate Overlay District. The location of the proposal is the Northgate Overlay District. The proposal repeals requirements for a GDP. The proponent is also proposing to amend the open space requirements in several ways; first, to provide an additional option in how open space development standards are met, so that in addition to open space being required equal to 15 percent of the lot, open space may be provided that is equal to 15 percent of the gross floor area being proposed. Second, the provision is repealed that requires any deficit in open space to be eliminated when a proposal for substantial development is made. The amendments also delete a cross-reference to a state statute regarding development fees. The purpose of the amendments is to encourage development in the Northgate area.

Environmental Determination

The Director of DPD has determined that the proposed amendments does not have a probable significant adverse environmental impact, and has issued a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS - No Environmental Impact Statement required.) The decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request. There is no comment period for this DNS.

How to Appeal the Environmental Determination

Appeals of the decision to issue a Declaration of Non-Significance must be submitted to the Office of the Hearing Examiner by 5:00 p.m., June 12, 2003. Appeals must be sent to:

Hearing Examiner
Alaska Building, Room 1320
618 Second Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

Questions concerning the SEPA Determination may be directed to the responsible official: John Shaw, DPD, Land Use Planner, at (206) 684-5837 or via email at john.shaw@seattle.gov or by postal mail at:

Department of Design, Construction and Land Use
700 5th Avenue, Suite 2000
Seattle, WA 98104
Attn: John Shaw

Ordinance Available

Copies of the proposed ordinance and a Director’s Report are available at the DPD Public Resources Center, Key Tower, 700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2000. The Public Resources Center is open 8:00 am to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday and 10:00 am to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Questions concerning the Ordinance may be directed to Kristian Kofoed, DPD at 206-233-7191, or via email at kristian.kofoed@seattle.gov

How to Comment

A public hearing on the proposed legislation is scheduled before the Seattle City Council Committee of the Whole on Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 6:00 p.m. at Nathan Hale High School at 10750 30th Avenue NE. For those who wish to testify, a sign-up sheet will be provided one half hour before the public hearing. Questions concerning the public hearing may be directed to Councilmember Peter Steinbrueck’s Legislative Assistant Neil Powers (neil.powers@seattle.gov) or by calling 684-8804.

Print and communications access is provided on prior request. Please contact Councilmember Steinbrueck’s office at 684-8804 as soon as possible to request accommodations for a disability.

   

The legislation includes:

  • An ordinance to approve the Northgate Mall Development Agreement with Simon Property Group regarding development at Northgate Mall, including a property purchase and sale agreement;
  • An ordinance to approve Land Use Code Amendments to the Northgate Overlay District, including the abolition of the requirement for General Development Plans on large sites, and changing open space requirements;
  • An ordinance to approve amendments to the Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to add storm water detention and water quality facilities on the south lot adjacent to the Northgate Mall;
  • A resolution to provide direction for a coordinated transportation investment plan (to be transmitted to Council), and
  • A resolution endorsing the recommendations and the design concept set forth in the 5th Avenue NE Streetscape Design Plan Final Report.

Written Comments:

For those unable to attend the public hearing, written comments may be sent by
June 2, 2003 to: Councilmember Peter Steinbrueck, Chair, Northgate Committee of the Whole, 11th Floor, Municipal Building, 600 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98104.

Documents Available:

Copies of the proposed ordinances and resolution and other explanatory materials are available at the City Council offices, at 1101 Seattle Municipal Building, 600 4th Avenue. Questions concerning the proposal may be directed via email to Bob Morgan of the City Council’s Central staff via email at bob.morgan@seattle.gov or by phone at 206-684-8150.

NOTICE OF SEPA DETERMINATION AND PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF SEATTLE AND SIMON PROPERTIES

SEPA Determination

Development Agreement

Description of Proposal

The Department of Planning and Developmentis the lead agency. The proponent, the Office of Policy and Management is proposing Council approval of a development agreement between City of Seattle and Simon Properties, pursuant to RCW 36.70B.170 (et seq.). The Development Agreement restricts uses and the amount of development and provides vesting rights to certain regulations for a period of 10 -15 years. The Agreement also reserves stormwater treatment capacity for Simon Properties in the event a Northgate Stormwater Facility is constructed. The Agreement provides for transfer of ownership of approximately 2.7 acres of land to the City. The Agreement requires Simon Properties to construct improvements to the 5th Avenue entrance to the Northgate Mall and requires the City and Simon to coordinate the project with the City’s design work on the 5th Avenue Streetscape.

Environmental Determination

The Director of DPD has determined that the proposal does not have a probable significant adverse environmental impact, and has issued a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS - No Environmental Impact Statement required). The decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request. There is no comment period for this DNS.

How to Appeal the Environmental Determination

Appeals of the decision to issue a Declaration of Non-Significance must be submitted to the Office of the Hearing Examiner by 5:00 p.m. June 12, 2003. Appeals should be addressed to the Hearing Examiner and must be accompanied by a $50.00 filing fee in a check payable to the City of Seattle. The appeal must be sent to:

Hearing Examiner
Alaska Building, Room 1320
618 Second Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

Questions concerning the SEPA Determination may be directed to the responsible official: John Shaw, DPD, Land Use Planner, at (206) 684-5837 or via email at john.shaw@seattle.gov or by postal mail at:

Department of Design, Construction and Land Use
700 5th Avenue, Suite 2000
Seattle, WA 98104
Attn: John Shaw

Documents Available

Copies of environmental documents and the proposed development agreement are available at the DPD Public Resources Center, Key Tower, 700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2000. The Public Resources Center is open 8:00 am to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday and 10:00 am to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.

How to Comment

A public hearing on the proposed legislation is scheduled before the Seattle City Council Committee of the Whole on Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 6:00 p.m. at Nathan Hale High School at 10750 30th Avenue NE. For those who wish to testify, a sign-up sheet will be provided one half hour before the public hearing. Questions concerning the public hearing may be directed to Councilmember Peter Steinbrueck’s Legislative Assistant Neil Powers (neil.powers@seattle.gov) or by calling 684-8804.

(Print and communications access is provided on prior request. Please contact Councilmember Steinbrueck’s office at 684-8804 as soon as possible to request accommodations for a disability.)

   

The legislation includes:

  • An ordinance to approve the Northgate Mall Development Agreement with Simon Property Group regarding development at Northgate Mall, including a property purchase and sale agreement;
  • An ordinance to approve Land Use Code Amendments to the Northgate Overlay District, including the abolition of the requirement for General Development Plans on large sites, and changing open space requirements;
  • An ordinance to approve amendments to the Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to add storm water detention and water quality facilities on the south lot adjacent to the Northgate Mall;
  • A resolution to provide direction for a coordinated transportation investment plan (to be transmitted to Council), and
  • A resolution endorsing the recommendations and the design concept set forth in the 5th Avenue NE Streetscape Design Plan Final Report.

Written Comments:

For those unable to attend the public hearing, written comments may be sent by
June 2, 2003 to: Councilmember Peter Steinbrueck, Chair, Northgate Committee of the Whole, 11th Floor, Municipal Building, 600 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98104.

Documents Available:

Copies of the proposed ordinances and resolution and other explanatory materials are available at the City Council offices, at 1101 Seattle Municipal Building, 600 4th Avenue. Questions concerning the proposal may be directed via email to Bob Morgan of the City Council’s Central staff via email at bob.morgan@seattle.gov or by phone at 206-684-8150.