Land Use Information Bulletin
A Twice Weekly Bulletin Announcing Land Use Applications, Decisions, Hearings, and Appeals

August 19, 2004
Other Notices

Summary of Notices

Notices of Application

Area	Address	Zone	Project No
Northeast	5521 12TH AV NE	SF5000	2405728
North/Northwest	547 N 82ND ST	SF5000	2405342
Downtown/Central	1700 E MADISON ST	NC3 65’,V	2304043
West Seattle	9400 35TH AV SW	L2, RC	2402811

Notices of Decisions

Area	Address	Zone	Project No
Northeast	857 NE 100TH ST	SF 5000 NG	2403084
Northeast	10541 23RD AV NE	SF7200	2404675
North/Northwest	4037 PHINNEY AV N	SF 5000	2204368
North/Northwest	9315 LINDEN AV N	L-2	2401909
North / Northwest	1500 NW CARKEEK PARK RD	SF9600	2307762

Other Land Use Notices

Action	Address	Zone	Project No
Notice of Design Review Early Design Guidance Meeting	720 NOB HILL AV N	L3	2403409
Notice of Design Review 3rd Early Design Guidance Meeting	601 AURORA AV N	C1 65’	2300363
Notice of Design Review Board Public Meeting	7301 35TH AV NE	NC2 30’	2403259
Notice of Design Review Board Public Meeting	2040 E MADISON ST	NC3 65’, NC2/R 65’	2204305
Notice of Design Review Board Public Meeting	1220 REPUBLICAN ST	SCM/R 55’/75’	2402016
Notice of Change in Appeal Hearing Schedule	2901 S JACKSON ST	NC2 40’	2400576

Notice of Application

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

Department of Planning and Development
ATTN: Public Resource Center or Assigned Planner
700 5^TH Av Ste 2000

PO Box 34019
Seattle, Washington 98124-4019
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 an 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 Planning and Development, Code Interpretation and Implementation Group, 700 5^th Av Ste 2000, PO Box 34019, Seattle, WA 98124-4019.

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# 2405728	Area: Northeast	GMR Notice Date: 8/19/2004
	Addr: 5521 12th Av NE Zone: SF5000 Applicant Contact: Ben Rankin Applicant Phone: (206) 223-0970 Planner: Christopher Ndifon Planner Phone: (206) 684-5046 Date of Application: August 10, 2004 Date Application Deemed Complete: August 10, 2004 Written comments may be submitted through: September 1, 2004	Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into two parcels of land. Proposed parcel sized are: A) 1,047 sq. ft. and B) 3,373 sq. ft. Existing structures to remain. The top of this image is North
	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# 2405342	Area: North/Northwest	GMR Notice Date: 8/19/2004
	Addr: 547 N 82nd St Zone: SF5000 Applicant Contact: RW Thorpe Applicant Phone: (206) 624-6239 Planner: Lucas DeHerrera Planner Phone: (206) 615-0724 Date of Application: August 9, 2004 Date Application Deemed Complete: August 9, 2004 Written comments may be submitted through: September 1, 2004	Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into two parcels of land. Proposed parcel sizes are: A) 2,768 sq. ft. and B) 1,822 sq. ft. Existing structures to remain. The top of this image is North
	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# 2304043	Area: Downtown/Central	GMR Notice Date: 8/19/2004
	Addr: 1700 E Madison St Zone: NC3 65’, V Applicant Contact: Edi Linardic Applicant Phone: (206) 283-4764 Planner: Bradley Wilburn Planner Phone: (206) 615-0508 Date of Application: July 26, 2004 Date Application Deemed Complete: August 17, 2004 Written comments may be submitted through: September 1, 2004	Master Use Permit to establish use for future construction of a five-story addition to an existing mixed-use structure. Addition to contain 1,825 sq. ft. of retail at ground level and 20 units above. Parking for an additional 50 vehicles to be provided within the structure. The top of this image is North
	The following approvals are required: · SEPA Environmental Determination · Design Review Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application: · Building Permit
Proj# 2402811	Area: West Seattle	GMR Notice Date: 8/19/2004
	Addr: 9400 35th Av SW Zone: L2, RC Applicant Contact: Anne Van Dyne Applicant Phone: (206) 441-9989 Planner: Bradley Wilburn Planner Phone: (206) 615-0508 Date of Application: July 19, 2004 Date Application Deemed Complete: August 17, 2004 Written comments may be submitted through: September 1, 2004	Master Use Permit for construction of one, three-unit and one, four-unit townhouse with attached garages for a total of seven units. Existing structure to be demolished. The top of this image is North
	The following approvals are required: · SEPA Environmental Determination Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application: · Building Permit

Notice of Decision

The Director of the Department of Planning and Development 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 Planning and Development, Code Interpretation and Implementation Section, 700 5^th Av Ste 2000, PO Box 34019, Seattle WA 98124-4019. 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 Planning and Development (Client Assistance Memo 232), 700 5^th Av Ste 2000, PO Box 34019, Seattle, WA 98124-4019, (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 Planning and Development, 700 5^th Av Ste 2000, PO Box 34019, Seattle, WA 98124-4019.

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, Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2000 – 20^th 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# 2403084	Area: Northeast	Date of Decision: 8/19/2004
View Decision Doc (Adobe)	Addr: 857 NE 100th St Zone: SF5000, NG Applicant Contact: Melissa LeDoux Applicant Phone: (425) 485-6222 Planner: Lori Swallow Planner Phone: (206) 684-5627	Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into two parcels of land. Proposed parcel sizes are: A) 6,687 sq. ft. and B) 5,006.7 sq. ft. Existing single family residence to remain. Existing garage on Parcel B to be removed under separate permit.
	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 by clicking on the link in the left column. Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than September 2, 2004.
Proj# 2404675	Area: Northeast	Date of Decision: 8/19/2004
View Decision Doc (Adobe)	Addr: 10541 23rd Av NE Zone: SF7200 Applicant Contact: Chris Pickering Applicant Phone: (206) 459-1227 Planner: Paul Janos Planner Phone: (206) 233-7195	Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into two parcels of land. Proposed parcel sizes are: A) 7,501 sq. ft. and B) 7,496 sq. ft.
	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 by clicking on the link in the left column. Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than September 2, 2004.
Proj# 2204368	Area: North/Northwest	Date of Decision: 8/19/2004
View Decision Doc (Adobe)	Addr: 4037 Phinney Av N Zone: SF5000 Applicant Contact: Dan Corcoran Applicant Phone: (206) 297-0962 Planner: Jess Harris Planner Phone: (206) 684-7744	Master Use Permit for future construction to add exterior stairs and to vertically expand a single family house. Project includes raising the height 15 inches and an addition to exterior stairs.
	The following appealable decisions have been made based on submitted plans: Grant - Variance to allow the expansion of a nonconforming structure. Grant - Variance to allow portion of a structure to extend into the required front yard. Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than September 2, 2004.
Proj# 2401909	Area: North/Northwest	Date of Decision: 8/19/2004
View Decision Doc (Adobe)	Addr: 9315 Linden Av N Zone: L2 Applicant Contact: Julie LeDoux Applicant Phone: (425) 485-6222 Planner: Jess Harris Planner Phone: (206) 684-7744	Master Use Permit to subdivide one parcel into six 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 Project #2300639.
	The following appealable decisions have been made based on submitted plans: Conditionally Grant - Short Subdivision to create six 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 by clicking on the link in the left column. Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than September 2, 2004.
Proj# 2307762	Area: North / Northwest	Date of Decision: 8/19/2004
View Decision Doc (Adobe)	Addr: 1500 NW Carkeek Park Rd Zone: SF9600 Applicant Contact: Garrett Farrell Applicant Phone: (206) 233-7921 Planner: Jess Harris Planner Phone: (206) 684-7744	Master Use Permit for construction of two wooden bridges over the tributaries of Pipers Creek in an environmentally critical area within Carkeek Park. Project includes slope stabilization and trail maintenance. Determination of Non-Significance prepared by Seattle Department of Parks & Recreation.
	The following appealable decisions have been made based on submitted plans: SEPA to condition pursuant to 25.05.660. 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 by clicking on the link in the left column. Appeals of this decision must be received by the Hearing Examiner no later than September 2, 2004.

Other Land Use Notices

Notice of Design Review Early Design Guidance Meeting
		Project #2403409
		The Director of DPD is convening the Design Review Board for an early design guidance meeting regarding the following location: Address: 720 Nob Hill Avenue North Application Number: 2403409 Applicant: Jerry Jutting Applicant Phone: (206) 545-1500 Zoning: L3 DPD Planner: Scott Ringgold PROJECT DESCRIPTION	Top of map is north.
		The site is located on the southeast corner of Nob Hill Av N and Valley St. The site is zoned Lowrise 3 (L3). The proposal is for fourteen, three-story townhouses with tandem at grade parking for each unit. PROCESS The applicants have applied for Design Review related to development of this site for a residential 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 residential 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: Wednesday, September 1, 2004 Time: 8:00 p.m. Location: Queen Anne Community Center 1901 First Av W, Room 1 MORE INFORMATION For more information regarding this application or the Design Review process, you may contact Scott Ringgold, DPD Land Use Planner at 206-233-3856. 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 3rd Early Design Guidance Meeting
		Project #2300363
		The Director of DPD is convening the Design Review Board for a 3rd early design guidance meeting regarding the following location: Address: 601 Aurora Avenue North Application Number: 2300363 Applicant: Dale Johnson Applicant Phone: (208) 667-5570 Zoning: C1 65’ DCLU Planner: Colin Vasquez PROJECT DESCRIPTION	Top of map is north.
		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 meetings on May 7, and June 4, 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 Planning and Development their recommendations regarding the design. MEETING Date: Wednesday, September 1, 2004 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Queen Anne Community Center 1901 First Av W, Room 1 MORE INFORMATION For more information regarding this application or the Design Review process, you may contact Colin Vasquez, DPD Land Use Planner at 206-684-5639. 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 #2403259
		The Director of DPD is convening the Design Review Board for its recommendations regarding a commercial development at the following location: Address: 7301 35th Avenue Northeast Application Number: 2403259 Applicant: Ben Gist Applicant Phone: (206) 448-7580 Zoning: NC2 30’ DPD Planner: Bradley Wilburn PROJECT DESCRIPTION	Top of map is north.
		The site is located on the northwest corner of NE 73rd St and 35th Av NE. The site is zoned Neighborhood Commercial 2 with a 30’ height limit (NC2 30’). The proposal is for the construction of two new retail buildings, one with approximately 1,500 sq. ft. and the other one with approximately 6,000 sq. ft. with accessory surface parking. 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 meetings on May 5, August 18, 2003 and July 19, 2004, 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 Planning and Development their recommendations regarding the design. MEETING Date: Monday, August 30, 2004 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: University Heights Community Center 5031 University Way NE, Room 108 MORE INFORMATION For more information regarding this application or the Design Review process, you may contact Bradley Wilburn, DPD Land Use Planner at 206-615-0508.
Notice of Design Review Board Public Meeting
		Project #2204305
		The Director of DPD is convening the Design Review Board for its recommendations regarding a mixed-use development at the following location: Address: 2040 East Madison Street Application Number: 2204305 Applicant: Jay Reeves Applicant Phone: (206) 624-8682 Zoning: NC3 65’, NC2/R 65’ DPD Planner: Scott Kemp PROJECT DESCRIPTION	Top of map is north.
		The site is located on the northwest corner of E Madison St and E Denny Wy. The site is split zoned Neighborhood Commercial 3 with a 65’ height limit (NC3 65’) and Neighborhood Commercial 2/Residential with a 65’ height limit (NC2/R 65’). The proposal is for a six-story building with a public courtyard through the site, ground floor commercial and residential units and five-stories of residential units above (196 total residential units). Parking for 292 vehicles will be located in a below grade parking garage. The proponents are also petitioning the Seattle Department of Transportation for a vacation of an alley on the site. 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 meetings on May 7, 2003, January 21, and March 17, 2004, regarding this site; the public may offer comments regarding the proposed design; and, the Design Review Board members will to the Director of the Department of Planning and Development their recommendations regarding the design. MEETING Date: Wednesday, September 1, 2004 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: East Precinct 1519 12th Av Community Room 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.
Notice of Design Review Board Public Meeting
		Project #2402016
		The Director of DPD is convening the Design Review Board for its recommendations regarding a mixed-use development at the following location: Address: 1220 Republican Street Application No: 2402016 Applicant: Cara Godwin Applicant Phone: (206) 344-5700 Zoning: SCM/R 55’/75’ DPD Planner: Scott Kemp PROJECT DESCRIPTION	Top of map is north.
		The site is located on the northwest corner of Republican St and Pontius Av N. The site is zoned Seattle Cascade Mixed/’Residential and has a 75’ height limit (SCM/R 55’/75’). The proposal is for a seven-story mixed-use building with accessory parking. 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 June 18, 2003 and July 7, 2004, 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 Planning and Development their recommendations regarding the design. MEETING Date: Wednesday, September 1, 2004 Time: 8:00 p.m. Location: East Precinct 1519 12th Av Community Room 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.
NOTICE OF CHANGE IN APPEAL HEARING SCHEDULE
	Project #2400576
	Hearings are subject to change; call Hearing Examiner (684-0521) to confirm schedule or if you have questions. Hearing Examiner File: MUP-04-018(W) DPD Project Number: 2400576 Address: 2901 South Jackson Street The hearing originally scheduled for August 25, 2004 has been rescheduled to September 20, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. in the Hearing Room, 1310 Alaska Building, 618 Second Avenue.