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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Port Angeles, Washington
June 6, 1983
I CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Rexroat called the meeting to order at 7:l0 PM.
II ROLL CALL
Members Present: John Lacey, James Rexroat, Steve Pazan,
Robert Hill [arrived 7:35 PM]
Members Absent: Evelyn Tinkham
Staff Present: Paul D. Carr, Dan VanHemert
III APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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Mr. Lacey moved to approve the May 2, 19B3, minutes as
submitted. Mr. Pazan seconded the motion, which passed
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IV COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
None.
V VARIANCES
V-83(6)lO - ANGELES MILLWORK. Application for a
variance to increase the maximum lot coverage from 50%
to 64.3%: to construct a building. Location:
Northeast corner, 16th and "ell Streets.
Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report and the
previous action of the Board. Chairman Rexroat opened
the public hearing.
Bob Eshom stated that the property is currently used for
open lumber storage. The construction of the storage
building will not create additional traffic or cause
vehicular accidents at the intersection. He submitted a
letter describing the present use of the property and the
proposed structure.
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Gerald Powell, owner of the Redwood Manor Apartments,
stated that he did not want doors facing lIClI Street.
Otherwise, he had no objection to the proposal. Paul
Pendergrass, 26 Key Road, an Angeles Millwork employee,
reviewed the mixed development in the area. The proposed
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storage building would clean up the property and provide
security. Mr. Lacey asked about fencing. Mr.
Pendergrass stated that safety and security are secondary
concerns. Mr. Lacey questioned whether there would be an
increase in lumber stocked, to which Mr. Eshom said no,
only seasonal fluctuations. Chairman Rexroat asked if
loading and unloading activity would increase. Mr.
Pendergrass said a storage building would enable the
proper storage of the lumber,reducing the movement and
damage of lumber. Chairman Rexroat closed the public
hearing.
The Board discussed alternative size buildings and
traffic on 16th Street. Mr. Lacey moved to grant a
variance from the 50% maximum lot coverage requirement to
61%, subject to the following conditions:
1. That a building no larger than 8500 square feet be
permitted;
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That a fire alarm system and fire extinguisher be
provided per the Fire Department requirements;
That a fire resistive wall be constructed along the
east property line;
That a minimum of ten off-street parking spaces be
provided;
That no access driveways be provided to liCit Street.
He cited the following as findings of fact:
A. There are no detrimental impacts on the general
public or adjacent properties;
B. As this is a pre-existing use, the variance does not
grant a special privilege.
Mr. Hill seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
SGV-B3(6)1 - GULL INDUSTRIES. Application for a
variance from the requirements of Ordinance No. 2152,
the Downtown Sign Ordinance; to allow a 51 x 51
freestanding sign for a proposed building that would be
less than 151 from the property line at the southeast
corner of First and Lincoln. Location: 210 East First
Street.
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This application was continued until the meeting of July
11, 1983, because the applicant was not present.
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V-83(6)11 - NOVA L. FERGUSON. Application for a
variance to reduce the required corner side yard
setback from 13 feet to 8 feet; to construct an
addition to an existing single-family residence.
Location: 802 East Fourth Street.
Mr. VanHemert reviewed the Department Report; Chairman
Rexroat opened the public hearing.
Nova Ferguson said that she was available for any ques-
tions. Wesley Garley, 810 East Fourth Street, did not
object to the variance. Chairman Rexroat closed the
public hearing.
Mr. Pazan moved to grant the variance of the side yard
setback from 13 feet to 8 feet, stating that there was no
special privilege being granted by the variance, and the
variance will not be detrimental to the general public or
nearby properties.
Mr. Hill seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
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SET JULY MEETING DATE
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Mr. Lacey moved to set the regular meeting of the Board
for July 11th at 7 PM in the City Council Chambers. Mr.
Pazan seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
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STAFF REPORTS
None.
VIII REPORTS OF BOARD MEMBERS
Mr. Hill indicated he may not be available for the July
11th meeting, as he has a commitment out of town.
IX ADJOURNMENT
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