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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION
Virtual Meeting
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August 10, 2022
6:00 p.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the July 27, 2022 Regular Meeting
V. ACTION ITEM and DISCUSSION
1. Action: Façade Grant No. 22-02
Skincare Suites and Wellness Spa, 106-108 East 1st Street
2. Discussion: Review of Process to Amend Port Angeles Municipal Code Title 17
Continued discussion of the Commission’s options for how to proceed with pursuing
implementation of proposed changes to Title 17 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code.
VI. STAFF UPDATES
1. Temporary Building Permit Fee Waiver (TBPFW) Program
VII. REPORTS OF COMMISSION MEMBERS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
Virtual Meeting
Port Angeles, Washington 98362
July 27, 2022 6:00 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Stanley opened the regular meeting at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Tammy Dziadek, Andrew Schwab (Vice-Chair), Marolee Smith,
Benjamin Stanley (Chair)
Commissioners Absent: Richie Ahuja, Steve Luxton, Colin Young (excused)
City Staff Present: Ben Braudrick (Senior Planner)
Chris Cowgill (Assistant City Attorney)
Holden Fleming (Housing Coordinator)
Zach Trevino (Assistant Planner)
Public Present: None
PUBLIC COMMENT
Chair Stanley opened the meeting to public comment.
No member of the public provided comment.
Chair Stanley closed the meeting to public comment.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Vice Chair Schwab moved to approve the minutes from the July 13, 2022 regular meeting of the
Planning Commission. Commissioner Smith seconded. The motion passed with unanimous
consent (4-0).
DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION
1. Proposed Port Angeles Municipal Code Title 17 Amendments related to increased
housing density and mixed uses.
Staff presentation of the Commission’s options for how to proceed with review of the proposed
changes to Title 17 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code (PAMC) approved for further
consideration by the Planning Commission on July 13, 2022.
Chair Stanley introduced the item, explaining that staff will begin by presenting some preliminary
findings from their research regarding the PAMC changes proposed by Commissioner Luxton.
Planner Braudrick displayed a presentation and introduced the process, emphasizing that the
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purpose is to review some of the Commission’s options for moving forward. He noted that the City
of Spokane can be used as an example or case study, as that jurisdiction is the first community in
the State of Washington to allow multi-family development in traditional single-family residential
zones, albeit on an interim basis. The memo provided to the Commission with the agenda packet
notes that Spokane’s process could be used as a model, with additional documentation related to
Spokane’s effort included in the agenda packet.
He began the presentation by providing some background on what has already occurred in the City
of Port Angeles since the 2016 Comprehensive Plan update to address housing affordability,
attainability, and to enable the construction of more housing units in the City. Among the items he
noted that have contributed to the facilitation of additional density, Planner Braudrick mentioned
that the temporary waiver of building permit fees for construction serving households that have an
income of 80% or less of area median income takes effect Monday, August 1st. This includes the
waiver of some utility fees and the requirement for a right-of-way permit by enabling connection
of ADUs to the water and sewer lines of primary residences. Another effort underway is the
distribution of an RFP for the preparation of model home designs for ADUs, duplexes, and infill
single-household units that developers could use to bypass the building permit review process,
which would save time and money for applicants.
Planner Braudrick concluded the overview of the recent process timeline by noting that a local
planning training led by the Department of Commerce for the benefit of all Commissioners may be
ideal, with the next available date being September 29th. That training would be a useful tool to
enable the Commissioners to understand their roles and responsibilities. He provided an overview
of the roles and responsibilities for both the Planning Commission and Planning Division staff,
with the intent of clarifying how all involved can work together to realize some of the changes that
are being proposed.
After the synopsis of roles and responsibilities, Planner Braudrick provided a brief overview of the
enabling legislation that could allow for certain changes to City regulations in accordance with the
Commission’s goals. He noted that the issue of housing availability is a major problem statewide.
Spokane is the first community to enact an interim ordinance allowing for multi-family
development in single-family residential zones in the specific manner they did, which may serve
as an example for Port Angeles. Regardless of the process decided upon by Port Angeles, staff
wants to ensure that it is equitable and provides members of the community with opportunity to
provide input on any recommended changes to zoning regulations.
Planner Braudrick explained that Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 36.70A.600 contains
provisions that prevent the actions proposed through the Building Residential Capacity (BRC)
legislation from being judicially appealed until April 1, 2023, which can serve as a target date for
the City to use when moving forward with changes. He noted that the BRC enabling legislation,
specifically RCW 36.70A.600(1)(c), includes one of the proposals being considered by the
Commission, which is to authorize at least one duplex triplex, quadplex, sixplex, and other types
of housing on each parcel in one or more zoning districts that permits single-family residences,
unless a city documents a specific infrastructure of physical constraint that would make this
requirement unfeasible for a particular parcel. This means that the proposed effort of the City to
allow multi-family units of up to four units in single-family residential zones is possible to
accomplish through this enabling legislation, and an opponent of the effort could not try to stop
that effort by suing the City.
After reviewing the enabling legislation from the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), Planner
Braudrick transitioned into an overview of staff-recommended procedures. He began by
emphasizing the importance of ensuring that the recommended changes are directly related to
neighborhood scale, reasonable density, and encouraging health and quality of life. All of the
changes that are proposed have a goal of reducing barriers to attainable housing, and the key to
success will be ongoing monitoring over time to ensure that this is actually occurring. The process
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that Spokane went through, as detailed in the materials included in the Planning Commission
agenda packet for this meeting, can serve as a potential model for Port Angeles. Spokane instituted
design standards to accompany the infill housing that they are allowing, in lieu of requiring a
conditional use permit. The locations where Spokane will allow this infill housing were carefully
evaluated for consistency with public health, safety, and general welfare. Additionally, the public
process will continue following adoption of the ordinance on July 18th, with a public hearing
scheduled in front of the Spokane City Council in September. As part of this process, Spokane
declared a state of housing emergency, which included a resolution by the City Council to look into
densification to build residential capacity. The process has so far resulted in an interim ordinance
for one year while the City amends its Comprehensive Plan, followed by a reevaluation of the
ordinance’s success over the year. Public comments from Spokane’s process were included in the
Commission’s agenda packet, some of which expressed support and others opposition to the
initiative. One concern expressed by a developer was that the one-year period would not be long
enough to enable a complete evaluation of the program’s success. Therefore, Port Angeles staff is
recommending that any potential interim ordinance adopted by the City of Port Angeles be in place
until July of 2025, which corresponds with the date that the Comprehensive Plan update is due,
currently established as June 30th. If, at that time, the ordinance is clearly fulfilling its purpose of
enabling the provision of attainable housing in Port Angeles in a way that is not detrimental to
surrounding properties, the Comprehensive Plan can be amended to ensure that this type of
development remains part of the urban fabric going forward. Another option for the Commission
to consider is to reevaluate the categorization of two duplexes on a single lot as infill development,
although this may conflict with the State of Washington’s definition of multi-family development.
In order to provide additional context for the staff recommended procedure, Planner Braudrick
reviewed the City’s current density provisions in Title 17 of the PAMC. Duplexes are already
allowed in every residential zone, and the infill development standards adopted in 2021 allow
duplexes on infill lots with at least 25 feet of frontage, subject to applicable design standards.
Moreover, cottages and townhouses have associated design standards that facilitate their use in
infill development. He reminded the Commission that the recently-adopted temporary building
permit fee waiver for residences intended exclusively for occupants making 80% of area median
income (AMI) or less is scheduled to take effect on Monday, August 1st and last for one year.
Furthermore, utility base rates will be waived for ADU housing, with the potential of having no
need for right-of-way access for ADU water metering.
In addition to these ongoing efforts, Planner Braudrick assured the Commission that there are many
things the City can do to make the development of attainable housing more affordable. The Spokane
model, if applied to Port Angeles, would necessitate a 4-5 month process, which could be
completed by the April 1, 2023 deadline established in RCW 36.70A.600. While this deadline does
protect against immediate legal action, it does not reduce the importance of going through a
planning process correctly, albeit doing so as quickly as possible. Staff proposed the inclusion of
one Public Works session that would include reaching out to the development community, property
owners, other stakeholders, and the general public. At least one public hearing with the Planning
Commission is necessary to enable passage of an ordinance. Staff also proposed the inclusion of
design standards with the code update, which Planner Braudrick noted would take a minimum of
eight weeks to prepare. Any interim ordinance should also include provisions that would ensure
the ability of the City to assess the development community’s response, the public’s response, and
the ordinance’s success by July 2025. Ultimately, this ordinance and associated effort would lead
to a major change to the Comprehensive Plan’s Land Use Element and Future Land Use Map. As
currently written, the Comprehensive Plan conflicts with the proposed Zoning Code update, so
would need to be changed in order to avoid conflict in City regulations.
Chair Stanley expressed appreciation for staff’s effort to investigate ways forward rather than
focusing on finding legal reasons for why the Commission should not proceed. He stated that he is
personally in favor of much of what Commissioner Luxton has said before in previous meetings
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and would like to move forward with the effort.
Commissioner Smith explained that the Commission may receive pushback on one aspect of this
effort to increase housing availability. She raised the example of Alameda, California, which
experienced a big push for more housing in the 1970s due to a number of factors, including high
gas prices. She explained that nice houses were demolished and replaced with low-quality multi-
family residential buildings, which ruined neighborhoods. When she lived in Oakland, nearby
construction of a sixplex towered over her home and enabled others to look into her yard. This issue
could arise in Port Angeles if the City does not address it preemptively. She concluded that the
question is how to ensure that infill development does not consist of the demolition of an existing
home and the construction of a building that is not consistent with neighborhood character.
Chair Stanley expressed agreement with Commissioner Smith. He noted that, 10-15 years ago, the
effort to promote infill development in single-family residential neighborhoods would have been
considered an extremely radical thing to do in most cities. Proposing to allow four or even six units
on a single lot is significant, and could cause concern among some people. Commissioner Smith
noted that in the 1970s in California, it was inexpensive for developers to create investment
properties by constructing unsightly buildings that changed the character of neighborhoods and
caused parking problems. She explained that the City does not want to allow this to happen again
here, so there needs to be design standards that prevent it and some staff discretion during the
review process to avoid permitting structures that do not fit in the neighborhood. Chair Stanley
noted that there are already some design standards that address this to a degree, such as those
establishing a maximum building height in the R7 zone. He expressed that views are important to
consider, since one of the biggest issues people may have with higher density is the ability of
neighboring occupants to look into their private yard. One way to avoid this would be to mandate
that windows be placed in such a way that avoid facilitating views of others’ yards. Building design
could incorporate elements that naturally mitigate this concern. He also suggested allowing people
to put up higher fences than are currently allowed in residential zones.
Commissioner Smith raised the example of California’s “Sunshine Laws,” which prohibited
people from blocking others’ sunshine. Although this effort failed, according to her, it was an
interesting concept, though it resulted in many lawsuits.
Chair Stanley stated his opinion that the City is in a serious housing emergency, requiring a
different approach that that currently being taken by City Council. Design standards are needed,
but the discussion about design standards should not delay the process. He suggested that the City
Council approve the proposed Title 17 amendments as is and then monitor the results to incorporate
them into an ongoing public process after adoption of the ordinance. That would allow the City to
have a months-long discussion revisiting the issue in Spring 2023.
Commissioner Smith noted that the City does not know how many rental units currently exist in
the City, since nothing is in place requiring a landlord to register their units. Getting information
on existing stock will allow the City to understand what needs to be built. She referenced a motion
made by Councilmember Lindsey Schromen-Wawrin a few years ago to enable recreational
vehicles (RVs) to be permitted as temporary housing, which she believes is necessary at this time,
since many people are already living in RVs without any record of how water and sewage disposal
services are being provided. Something similar was done in Port Angeles during the 1970s and
1980s. Legalizing what is currently illegal occupancy could enable regular inspections and ensure
safety of occupants.
Chair Stanley expressed his agreement, noting that there was much public input during the
discussion of the aforementioned RV ordinance. He suggested that the RV ordinance be
incorporated into the discussion of proposed Title 17 amendments, perhaps with the same proposed
density allowance of four units on one 7,000 square foot lot that is being discussed for permanent
housing. He also noted that he would like to see the ability of people to divide 7,000 square foot
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lots into four lots, allowing people to put either a tiny home or an RV on each lot. Chair Stanley
concluded by reiterating his preference for adopting an ordinance as quickly as possible and then
conducting a public process before inserting design standards into the PAMC.
Commissioner Smith asked whether Chair Stanley would consider going on the Todd Orloff radio
show to talk about the issue being discussed, in order to reach as many members of the public about
the matter as possible. Planner Braudrick responded, stating that it would be apt for the Mayor
and City Manager to appear on the Todd Orloff Show at least once per month to discuss the ongoing
housing effort, which would be a fantastic way to connect with the community.
Chair Stanley asked whether staff would take the Commission’s feedback and lead this effort
going forward. Planner Braudrick advised that one option is for the Commission to make a motion
directing staff to continue the research process and produce draft code language, which would take
at least eight weeks.
Chair Stanley asked whether it is possible to move forward with drafting an ordinance that did not
include design standards. Planner Braudrick responded that staff could proceed with an
evaluation of the proposed changes Commissioner Luxton has proposed, which Chair Stanley
agreed would be helpful to accompany with a list of proposed design standards that might be
considered.
As an example, Chair Stanley suggested that any new multi-family construction in the R7 zone
include frosted windows facing to the side, with transparent windows limited to facing certain
directions to minimize privacy intrusions. Planner Braudrick explained that it would be helpful
if the Commission could specify what they would want to see in an ordinance. Some discussion of
recently adopted design standards and options provided to developers, such as those related to
fencing and landscaping, ensued.
Commissioner Smith motioned for the Planning Commission to direct staff to continue to
explore ways to create standards and ideas that can be used to approach an ordinance change
that follows the recommended code text amendment language as drafted by Commissioner
Luxton, suggesting changes to Title 17 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code. Chair Stanley
proposed an amendment to the motion clarifying that the Commission will continue the
discussion of this matter at the next meeting. Commissioner Dziadek seconded the motion.
No further discussion occurred. The motion passed unanimously (4-0).
After the vote, Chair Stanley clarified that the Commission is simply asking staff to do what they
proposed to do, which is to continue the research process and provide tangible options for the
Commission to debate.
Planner Trevino asked whether the Commission had any additional thoughts about the interim
ordinance that Planner Braudrick had suggested in his presentation, as it relates to the motion that
had passed. Chair Stanley responded that the Commission is open to an interim ordinance, but
needs to continue the discussion process to determine whether an interim ordinance makes sense.
In his understanding of the motion, staff must provide the Commission with additional background
on why an interim ordinance is important.
STAFF UPDATES
Planner Braudrick provided updates to the Commission, as follows:
1. Staff has completed the stakeholder implementation meetings for all five sectors of the Climate
Resiliency Plan (CRP), and is now seeking any further comments from all stakeholders,
including the Climate Action Subcommittee members. The intent is to use the Commission as
a public forum to engage the community in the CRP implementation process.
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2. The temporary building permit fee waiver will become available as an option on August 1st.
An application has been prepared and outreach will be conducted to inform developers of the
fee waiver option.
Planner Fleming provided an update to the Commission, as follows:
1. There may be misinformation about what the requirements of the temporary building permit
fee waiver program are, so staff is preparing a one-page FAQs sheet on how the program will
be administered. In addition to this fee waiver program, there were also changes made to utility
connection requirements for ADUs. These two initiatives will work together to create multiple
incentives that certain types of development, such as ADUs, could take advantage of. An
additional incentive could be the multi-family tax exemption program, PAMC Chapter 17.46,
which could be paired with the fee waiver program for multi-family developments. He
mentioned that the final version of the application form will be included in the next Planning
Commission agenda packet. He noted that the value of the Planning Commission is exemplified
through this fee waiver program, which stemmed from a recommendation of the Commission.
One challenge that staff will focus on is getting the word out to the public, especially the
development community, about this program.
Attorney Cowgill asked whether the motion made by the Commission at the July 13th meeting,
which posed a very specific question to staff, was answered by staff’s presentation earlier in the
meeting, or if the Commission still wants to receive a written response to that question. Discussion
ensued, with the Commission concluding that no written response from the Legal Department
would be necessary, as the information provided in the meeting presentation suffices. Moreover,
staff will continue to address the Commission’s question and related subjects as the process
continues.
Commissioner Smith asked staff whether there are efforts underway to promote the temporary
building permit fee waiver program. Planner Fleming confirmed that promotional materials are
being prepared, and a meeting between the City Manager and relevant stakeholders could be
considered. He explained that the City has a communications specialist dedicated to utilizing mass
communication to effectively disseminate information to the public.
Commissioner Smith responded by claiming that Facebook and radio station KONP are the only
effective ways of providing information to a wide audience, as the City website and other sources
are underutilized. Planner Fleming explained that, to address this, staff is planning presentations
in front of local groups, and will keep the Commission up to date on the process.
REPORTS OF COMMISSION MEMBERS
Chair Stanley stated that he plans on returning comments on the Climate Resiliency Plan
implementation planning process. While he was not able to attend weekday meetings, he does want
to provide feedback.
Chair Stanley asked staff to provide a status update on the Race Street improvement project.
Planner Braudrick responded that finalized plans are expected in September and breaking ground
is anticipated to occur in October. Currently, the City is completing the environmental review, and
documentation has been submitted to the Federal Highway Administration. In response to
Commissioner Smith’s question about how the project would impact private property, Planner
Braudrick clarified that all of the proposed work will occur within the right-of-way.
Commissioner Smith noted that the PAMC does not address poultry, specifically roosters.
Considering this, she asked whether the Commission would be able to recommend language to City
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Council addressing urban poultry. She noted that, if residential density increases, roosters may
become an issue of contention among residents. Planner Braudrick acknowledged that the PAMC
does not address chickens, stating that the existing animal husbandry regulations mostly pertain to
undulates and other hooved animals, so there may be a benefit to expanding how this is addressed
in order to avoid code enforcement issues. Commissioner Smith explained that jurisdictions
throughout the country have a range of approaches to roosters, including keeping plans for rooster
enclosures ready to distribute to the public from the planning department. She stated that she would
prepare some recommendations for how to address roosters so they do not become a bigger
problem. Vice Chair Schwab explained that, to his understanding, the issue of poultry noise is
already addressed by PAMC 9.24.030. Commissioner Dziadek pointed out that barking dogs
could be a related issue. Planner Braudrick noted that the PAMC contains an entire chapter,
Chapter 7.09, addressing the treatment of animals, so does provide options for animals in need.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Smith made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Dziadek
seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously (4-0).
The meeting adjourned at 7:26 p.m.
Zach Trevino, Secretary Ben Stanley, Chair
MINUTES PREPARED BY: Zach Trevino, Secretary
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TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Ben Braudrick, Assistant Planner
MEETING DATE: August 10, 2022
RE: Façade Grant Application for Business (Grant No. 22-02)
APPLICANT: Jodie Fairchild
OWNER: Same as Applicant
LOCATION: 106-108 E Front Street, Port Angeles, WA 98362
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the facade grant award amount of $20,000 toward the
removal of the west entry of the building and replacement with windows and façade with similar
design as the existing façade and the restoration of existing transom windows and brick at 106-
108 East 1st Street (Grant No. 22-02).
PROJECT SUMMARY
Jodie Fairchild is requesting funding for the replacement of windows and façade with similar
design as the existing façade, and the restoration of existing transom windows and brick at 106-
108 East 1st Street (Grant No. 22-02). The applicant is requesting these funds as part of a larger
effort of an interior remodel of the building to accommodate a skincare and spa business. A
more in-depth description of the proposed work and its intended outcome can be found in
“Attachment A” to this document. The desired end result of this proposal is to create a single
entrance for the building and remove interior walls to create a single occupiable unit where
there were once two.
STAFF ANALYSIS
The Community Façade and Sign Improvement Program was authorized by the City Council
through the passing of ordinance #3476. This authorization is represented in Chapter 2.80 of the
Port Angeles Municipal Code. The Program will provide a grant for funding of façade
improvements that will enhance the physical appearance, accessibility, and overall value of
individual buildings as well as the surrounding downtown area. In evaluating proposals for
funding, Staff reviewed the “Evaluation criteria and prioritization” of Section 2.80.110:
1. Private contribution over and above the required match;
Staff Analysis: Per the submitted budget, the applicant is providing the required 50 percent
match. The project is located in the designated redevelopment area along 1st Street between
Laurel and Race Streets. The redevelopment area allows the applicant to request above the
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$10,000 maximum grant amount. The applicant has already begun interior work and is ready to
move forward with exterior improvements as soon as the grant approval process is complete.
2. Present condition of existing façade:
Staff Analysis: As seen in Figure 1, the existing façade is in a state of various changes and is aging.
Overall, the façade is dirty and the brick needs restoration. Historic transom windows have been
painted over in places and need to be restored in order to provide more natural light into the
interior. The proposed changes will assist in brightening up the public space along the 1st Street
corridor between Laurel and Lincoln Streets.
3. The buildings overall public visibility;
Staff Analysis: The building is highly visible along the 1st street corridor.
4. Expected increase in assessed value of improvement;
Staff Analysis: The improvements to the structure are extensive in order to accommodate for the
change in use and will undoubtedly increase the assessed value of the structure.
5. Historic Preservation;
Staff Analysis: The structure was inventoried as a part of the Downtown Historic Inventory Survey
Report (See Attachment B). Although the applicant is making changes to the exterior and interior
of the building, they are intending to restore historic windows and provide new façade elements
that mirror the existing design elements of the building. It is unclear whether or not these
changes will be averse to future historic designation. It is clear that this building is in need of
Figure 1: Current Structure–North Elevation
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restoration and the changes are being done with the historic character of the building in mind
(See Figure 2 below).
6. Context in the block or neighborhood;
Staff Analysis: The building is one of several historic structures on the block, including the Lincoln
Theater.
Benefit partner projects on same block;
Staff Analysis: The following nearby businesses have received Façade and Sign Improvement
grants in the past:
• 108 E 1st Street (Poppy and Marigolds sign and facade)
• 105 E 1st Street (Rotary Norwest’r Murals)
FINDINGS, CONDITIONS & CONCLUSIONS
Staff determines the following findings based on Staff’s review of the Program’s criteria:
Findings
1. The Façade Grant (Application No. 22-02) was submitted by Jodie Fairchild to the
Department of Community and Economic Development on May 2, 2022.
2. The location of the work proposed is 106-108 East 1st Street.
Figure 2: Proposed Changes– North Elevation
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3. The project site is located within the CBD, Central Business District zone.
4. The grant request includes the restoration of the entire building, including:
a. Removal of the west entrance and replacement with similar display windows and
bulkhead
b. Reconfiguring of the east entrance to reduce the deep display area.
c. Restoration of the storefront cornice, upper façade masonry wall, and decorative
cornice.
5. The application was reviewed by Planning Division Staff under the Façade and Sign Grant
Program criteria, as included in Chapter 2.80 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code.
6. The applicant is requesting $20,000.00 toward façade improvements valued no more
than $74,200.00.
7. The request will be heard by the Planning Commission at the regularly scheduled meeting
August 10, 2022.
Conclusions
Based on the findings above, Staff makes the following conclusions:
1. Grant Application No. 22-02 is found to provide for façade improvements that will
enhance the physical appearance and overall value of the 1st Street corridor.
2. Grant Application No. 22-02 is found to meet the grant program’s criteria as included in
Section 2.80.110 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code.
3. Therefore, Staff is recommending support of approval of the grant proposal with
conditions of approval that outlines the requirements of the final award of funding.
Conditions
Based on Staff’s finding and conclusions, the following conditions are placed on this grant
application approval:
1. Upon the date the Planning Commission’s approval, the applicant may proceed with the
expenditures detailed in the application.
2. The applicant shall sign a grant contract with the City of Port Angeles for the
reimbursement of a maximum amount of $20,000.00 for façade improvements. The
applicant will be given 180 days to submit reimbursement of expenditures associated
with the approved grant proposal as of the Planning Commission action. If progress on
the project can be demonstrated, the applicant may request one 180-day extension of
the contract.
3. Prior to contract signature, signed letters from the proposal’s property owners granting
consent to the mural work on their property shall be provided to the Planning Division.
The letters should indicate the acceptance of the 5-year requirement to preserve the
grant work (Per standard contract language).
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4. The applicant shall submit invoices for total reimbursement with a coversheet detailing
each invoice number, amount, and type of payment and not exceeding the awarded
grant amount. Reimbursement by the City will occur within 30 days of submission.
5. Prior to reimbursement, the property must be available to Staff for a site visit on the
property confirming the work was done according to the approved grant application.
6. A building permit shall be required and submitted to the Department of Community &
Economic Development for any and all construction work beyond repair.
7. Any labor performed in association with the grant proposal over $2,000.00 must meet
federal prevailing wage standards.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Application Materials
B. Historic Property Inventory Form
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Attachment A
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Attachment A
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Attachment A
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QTE-2022-0002
Page 1 / 1stellar carpentry inc. — 2332 W 12TH STREET, PORT ANGELES, WA 98363, United States
Telephone: 2062354405 — email: stellarcarpentryinc@gmail.com
Number Designation Qty Unit price Tax Total excl. tax
Total excl. tax $68,175.92
Tax at 8.7 %$5,931.31
Total incl. tax $74,107.23
Payment cash or check.
CustomerSigned and dated: Jason Trople
1 demo existing entries and above mezzanines 2person 20 hr $100.00 8.7 % $2,000.00
2 Waste disposal 2 u $537.96 8.7 % $1,075.92
3 Framing, siding and window trim 30 hr $120.00 8.7 % $3,600.00
4 framing, siding and window trim material 1 u $2,650.00 8.7 % $2,650.00
5 Masonry, match existing column base material 60'.
repair/point existing brick. materials and labor
1 u $20,000.00 8.7 % $20,000.00
6 Windows and doors. material and install 19 u $1,650.00 8.7 % $31,350.00
7 Paint. pressure wash existing brick, paint windows and trim 1 $7,500.00 8.7 % $7,500.00
Skin Care Suites
133 E 1st St
PortAngeles, WA. 98362
United States
As of 4/15/22Quote No. QTE-2022-0002
Valid 15 days
Facade
Stellar Carpentry Inc
2332 W 12TH STREET PORT ANGELES, WA 98363 United States
Tel: 2062354405 stellarcarpentryinc@gmail.com
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. L,.__ ....._ --HISTORIC PROPERTY INVENTORY FORM
IDENTIFICATION SECTION
Field Site No. FIE106 OAHP No Date Recorded 20 April 2000
Site Name Historic 106 / 108 East First Street
Common Ambrosia Adult Videos and Gifts/Gamers Northwest
Field Recorder Gerald K. B. Eysaman
Owner's Name John/Evelyn Westrem, Trustees
Address Westrem, Revocable Living Trust 10006 E Balboa Boulevard
City/St~te/Zip Code Newport Beach, California 92661
Status PHOTOGRAPHY
~ Surveynnventory Photography Neg. No. R~
O National Register (Roll No. & Frame No.)
O State Register
O Determined Eligible
O Determined Not Eligible View of North Facade
O Otner (HABS, HAER, NHL)
O Local Designation Date 24 Nov 99
Classification O District O Site m Building O Structure O Object .
District Status O NR O SR O LR O INV
Contributing O Non-Contributing O
District/ Thematic Nomination Name ________________________ _
DESCRIPTION SECTION
Materials & Features I Structural Types
Building Type Commerceffrade
Plan Rectangular
Structural System Reinforced Concrete & Masonry
No. of Stories 1 1 /2
Cladding (Exterior Wall Surfaces)
OLog
O Horizontal Wood Siding
O Rustic I D10p
O Clapboard
O Wood Shingle
O Board and Batten
O Vertical Board
O Asbestos I Asphalt m Brick m Stone
O Stucco m Terra Cotta
O Concrete I Concrete Block
O Vinyl I Aluminum Siding
O Metal (Specifyj
O Other (Specifyi
Roof Type
O Gable m Flat
O Monitor
O Gambrel
osned
Roof Material
O Wood Shingle
O Wood Shake
O Composition
0Slate . m Tar I Built-Up
OTile
OHip
O Pyramidal
Other (Specify)
O Metal (Specify) __
O Other (Specify)
O Not Visible ---
Foundation
O Log
O Post& Pier
O Stone
O Brick
O Not Visible
Concrete
O Block ml Poured
O Other (Specify)
Integrity (Include detailed description in Description of Physical Appearance)
Changes to plan ........•............................................. : ....... .
Changes to windows ....................................................... .
Changes to original cladding ........................................... .
Changes to interior .......................................................... .
other (Specify) Storefront
Intact
0 0 ml 0 0
Slight m m 0 0 m
Moderate
0 0
0 m 0
Extensive
0 0
0
0
0
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Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation
420 Golf Club Road SE, Lacey Post Office Box 48343
Olympia, Washington 98504-8343 (360) 407-0752
LOCATION SECTION
Address 106/108 East First Street
City!Town/County/Zip Code Port Angeles, Clallam, Washington 98362
Twp 30 N Range 6 W Section 00 Y. Section Y. Y. Section. ___ _
Tax No./Parcel No. 063000-513155-0000 Acreage Less than one
Quadrangle or Map Name Port Angeles Quadrangle
UTM References Zone 10 Easting E 467842 Northing N5329352
Plat/Block/Lot Norman R Smith I Block 31 I Lot 8
Supplemental Map(s) ____________________________ _
Hagn ~ty1es t .-orms ti..;neCK one or more of the following) O Greek Revival O Spanish Colonial RevivaVMediterranean
O Gothic Revival O Tudor Revival
O Italianate O Craftsman I Arts & Crafts
O Second Empire O Bungalow
O Romanesque Revival O Prairie Style O Stick Style O Art Deco I Art Modeme
O Queen Anne O Rustic Style O Shingle Style O International Style
O Colonial Revival O Northwest Style O Beaux Arts I Neoclassical m Commerclal Vernacular
O Chicago I Commercial Style O Residential Vernacular
O American Foursquare m Other (Specify)
O Mission Revival Renaissance Revival
Vernacular House Types
O Gable front
O Gable front and wing
O Side Gable
O Cross gable O Pyramidal I Hipped
O Other (Specify)
Field Site No.: FIEt06
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Study Unit Themes (Check one or more of the following)
OAaricullure O Conservation O Polllics/GovemmenVLaw
~ Architecture I Landscape Architecture O Education O Rellaion
0Arts O Entertainment I Recreation O Sclerice & Em:1ineeriOQ
ffl Commerce O Ethnic Heritage (Specify) O Social Movements I Organizations
O Communicalloris O Health I Medicine O Transportation
O Community Planning I Development O Manufacturing / Industry O other (Specify)
O Military O Studv Unit Sub-Theme(sl (Soecifyj
Statement of Significance
Date of Corislructiori 1926 _ Architect I Engineer I Builder __ ~U~n~k~n_,,o,_w~"-------------------m In the opinion of the surveyor, this properly appears to meet the criteria of the National Register of Historic Places. m In the opinion of the surveyor, thl~ property Is located In a potential historic district (National and/or local).
( This building was originally constructed in 1926 by Thomas T Aldwell. The original commerciaJ tenants were F. G. Lewis (Photographer) and Ernest Eldridge (Barber). Over the years, the building was
t· occupied by the Barros Mercantile Co. and a market. The building is currently occupied by Ambrosia Adult Videos and Gifts and Gamers Northwest.
This building was constructed during the downtown's forth phase of development which is most visible today. It was a period of rapid commercial expansion framed by the Great War and the Great
Depression. Older wood frame buildings were being replaced by larger more substantial structures. The railroad was now a permanent feature across the waterfront where Lincoln. Laurel, and Oak
Streets reached out to expand the downtown north with an orthogonal web of docks. They seamlessly merged dry land with the numerous wharfs reaching out into the harbor. The once formidable and
restrictive bluff across Lincoln Street bad been sluiced away. First Street quickly filled up with new retail and commercial structures.
lt.~as built in what is best described as a commercial vernacular style. Through its size, form, scaJe and materials as well as its relationship to its neighbors and the street, this structure helped to further
define the downtown's historical patlem of development. The infill nature of this building's commercial storefronts facilitated modernizations with litlle or no damage to the surrounding fa<;ade.
Similarly, over time, the signage on this building has undergone numerous transfonnations with dramatic impact but few lasting scars. The substantiaJ integrity of this building demonstrates its continuing
ability to provide valuable retail and commercial space. It is an invaluable resource, documenting the history of downtown Port Angeles' development and the vernacular urban architecture of the
Northwest.
Description of Physical Appearance
This is a one-story, Renaissance-revival and late-Victorian inspired commercial row structure. It has two separate, unequal, storefronts with centered entries lhal are recessed between large storefront
, display windows. The western storefront has five continuous transom windows. The eastern storefront is smaller with three similar transom windows. All of the transom windows are multi-pane and
~ leaded. Three brick piers with stone dene capitals and flush stone bases frame th'e masonry storefront openings. A single, continuous, soldier course of brick extends across the fa<;ade atop the capitols
, and storefront openings. It has a continuous glazed terracotta string course. The fa<;ade is capped with an ornate corbelled Lerra corta cornice. lt has a series of decorative bands that terminate in end
' consoles supporting short finials. A row of square terracotta 'studs' line up with corbel point and between them are diagonal brick lozenges. There is a mezzanine level.
Major Bibliographic References
Histories
Clallam County lmmigralion Associalion. Port Angeles The Gateway City of the
Pacific Coast 1897. Seattle: The Shorey Bookstore, Facsimile Reproduction
1965.
Hunt, Herbert. WashingtoJL West of the Cascades. Chicago: Clarke Publishing
Co., 1917.
Lauridsen, G.M. The Story of Port Angeles and Clallam County Washington.
Seattle: Lowman & Hanford Company, 1937.
Martin, Paul. Port Angeles Washington: A History. Volwnc 1. Port Angeles:
Peninsula Publishing, Inc., 1983.
Mccallum, John and Lorraine Wilcox Ross. Port Angeles U.S A. Wood and
Reber, Inc., 1961.
Peppard, Kurt. "Port Angeles Guide". Seattle: Cascadia Publishing Company,
1995.
Welsh, William. A Brief History of Port Angeles. Port Angeles: Crown
Zellerbach Corp., Seventh Printing 1955.
Maps
Levy, Lewis, Compiled by. Town of Pmt Angeles Washington with Additions.
Port Angeles: Lewis Levy Real Estate Broker, 1890.
Map of Port Angeles, Washing1on. Tae<;1rna: N.R. Bank Nole Company, 1912.
SanbomFirelnsuranccMaps: 1891, 1897, 1911, 1917, 1924, 1947. 1949, 1952,
1955, and 1964.
Smillt C.E., Norman R., Compiled by. Map of Port Angeles, Washington. San
Francisco: Schmidt Label & Lithograph Co., 189 t.
Smith, Norman R., Compiled by. Map of Port Angeles Washington Territory.,
1884.
Ware, Edwin, Draughtsman. Port Angeles and Suburbs (sjcj. Port Angeles
W.T., 1889
Ware, W J . Compiled by. Townsile of Port Angeles and Vicinity. Port Angeles:
W.J. Ware, 1891.
Other Sources
Polk's Clallam County Classified Business Directory. Kansas City, Mo.:
R.L.Polk Co., various editions.
Port Angeles Public Library: Patricia Campbell Room Vertical Files
Port Angeles Public Library: Photograph Albums (including the Bert Kellogg
Photographs Collection).
Field Site No.: FIE 106
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Department of Community & Economic Development
321 E. 5th Street, Port Angeles, WA 98362
360.417.4750 | www.cityofpa.us | ced@cityofpa.us
TBPFW TEMPORARY BUILDING PERMIT FEE WAIVER
The purpose of a Temporary Building Permit Fee Waiver (TBPFW) is to encourage the development of a
variety of housing types reserved for families at or below 80% area median income (AMI) until September 1,
2028. By completing this application, the applicant is agreeing to ensure through their own due diligence that
any structure utilizing this fee waiver will meet the requirements of Port Angeles Municipal Code (PAMC) 3.70.080.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Full Street Address:
Full Legal Description:
Parcel Number: Current Zoning:
Comprehensive Plan Designation:__________________________
□TBPFW Application: A completed application signed by the property owner
□Associated Building Permit: Permit # ___________________
□Project Narrative: Explaining how the property will satisfy the affordable housing commitment proposed
□Acknowledgment of fee and penalty liability: An affidavit signed by the property owner and notarized
I have read and completed the application and attached all application materials and know it to be true and correct. I am authorized to
apply for this exemption and understand that additional information may be required. I understand that I will forfeit fees if I withdraw the
application prior to exemption issuance. I certify under penalty of perjury of the laws of the State of Washington that the information on
this application and all information submitted herewith is true, complete and correct.
Date Print Name Signature ( Owner Representative)
APPLICATION MATERIALS CHECKLIST
DATE STAMP
Notes:
Total Fees Waived:
Form Revised 8/1/2022
Property Owner Name:
Mailing Address:
Phone: Email:
Applicant (if other than Owner): ______________________________________________
Phone: Email:
(If the applicant, or applicant’s representative, is not the property owner, written authorization from the owner for this proposed action must be provided)
PROPERTY INFORMATION
FILE NO.
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Department of Community & Economic Development
321 E. 5th Street, Port Angeles, WA 98362
360.417.4750 | www.cityofpa.us | ced@cityofpa.us
FILE NO.
TBPFW TEMPORARY BUILDING PERMIT FEE WAIVER
Total:__________
Is the project site currently vacant? □Yes □ No
Number of existing residential units: Occupied:__________ Vacant:_________
Total number of dwelling units proposed by type: ADU ___ DUPLEX ___ TRIPLEX ___
COTTAGE DEVELOPMENT ___ MULTI-FAMILY ___ Net Gain of Units ___
Number of units for which a fee waiver is requested:____________________
Will the owner/developer occupy one of the property units? Yes__ No__
Rehabilitation/Demolition of vacant units:_______/_______ Conversion from non-residential use:_______
Rental Units:________ Owner Occupied________ Affordable:________
Anticipated Construction Start Date:______________Anticipated Construction Completion Date:___________
Residential: □ New Construction □ Rehabilitation
Unit Mix # of Units Avg. Unit Size Total SF Total Cost Cost Per Unit
Studio/1 Bdrm
2 Bedrooms
3+ Bedrooms
Common Areas*
Totals
Cost per SF
Non-Residential:
Use Mix Total SF Total Cost Cost per SF
Commercial, Offi ce, Retail, etc.
Commercial Common Areas*
Totals
Projected cost and fl oor area (SF) of new construction/rehabilitation:
Projected total cost and cost/SF of residential construction/rehabilitation: $_____________ $/SF
Projected total cost and cost/SF of non-residential construction/rehabilitation: $_____________ $/SF
Total projected cost of all new construction/rehabilitation:$___________________________
Source of Cost Estimates:___________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
PROJECT INFORMATION
* Includes residential lobbies, recreation areas, parking, storage areas, etc.
* Includes commercial lobbies, restrooms, parking, storage areas, etc.
A
A
B
B
C
C
D
D
E
E (A+C)
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STATEMENT ON REMOVAL FROM TEMPORARY BUILDING PERMIT FEE
WAIVER PROGRAM & OWNER RESPONSIBILITY
The purpose of the Port Angeles Temporary Building Fee Waiver program is to encourage the
development of a variety of housing types reserved for families at or below 80% AMI until September 1,
2028. A unit having been been approved for this temporary fee waiver may be removed from said
program for the following reasons:
•A unit is bought by or rented to a family above 80% AMI before September 1, 2028
•A unit is utilized as a short term rental before September 1, 2028
•A unit is converted to a housing type not eligible for this fee waiver before September 1, 2028
If a unit utilizing the temporary building permit fee waiver program is removed from said program the
original building permit fee waived through this program will be remitted to the City of Port Angeles.
The original building permit fee is due within 30 days of the property's removal from this program, and
the total bears interest thereafter at the rate provided for delinquent property taxes.
AFFIRMATION
As owner(s) of the land described in this application, I hereby indicate by my signature that I am aware of
the fees to which the property will be subject if the waiver authorized by Port Angeles Municipal Code
3.70.080 is violated or canceled. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
Washington that this application and any accompanying documents have been examined by me and that
they are true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Signature(s) of all Owner(s) and Contract Purchaser(s) (Required):
____________________________________ ____________________________________
Name Printed Name Printed
____________________________________ ____________________________________
Signature Date Signature Date
____________________________________ ____________________________________
Name Printed Name Printed
____________________________________ ____________________________________
Signature Date Signature Date
(Fill out an additional page if there are more parties of record)
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RESERVATION FOR FAMILIES AT OR BELOW 80% AMI
I/We, owner(s) of the building described herein, hereby swear under penalty of perjury that the dwelling
units located at (address)__________________________________________________ for which a
temporary building permit fee waiver has been requested, is legally described as
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
with Assessor’s Parcel Number(s) of________________________________________________________
The unit numbers are:___________________ and will be reserved for families at or below 80% AMI until
September 1, 2028.
EXECUTED this __________ day of ___________________________ 20______.
____________________________________
Signature
____________________________________
Name Printed STATE OF WASHINGTON )
COUNTY OF CLALLAM )SS
I CERTIFY that I know or have satisfactory evidence that _________________________, is the person
who appeared before me, and said person acknowledged that he/she signed this instrument, on oath
stated that he/she was authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as the
_____________________________________ of ______________________________ to be the free and
voluntary act of such party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument.
____________________________________
DATE
____________________________________
SIGNATURE OF NOTARY PUBLIC
(Seal or Stamp) ____________________________________
PRINTED
____________________________________
TITLE
____________________________________
DATE APPOINTMENT EXPIRES
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