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m % FILEM4-29M 27 Fabruary 2004 Paga 4of4 Staff finds that a hardship exists due to the challenging lalceshore portion of the lot and the need for the hardcover (stairs), justifies granting the variance request for die minor reduction in hardcover. Conditional Use Permit Analysis A thorough evaluation of the water body and the topographic, vegetation and soils conditions on the site have been made, and are addressed by the following: The prevention of soil erosion or the possible pollution of public waters, both during and after construction; Steps have been taken to address possible soil erosion during and after construction. • Ihe visibility of structures and other facilities as viewed firam public waters is limited; Visibility of the steps and the walls will be minimized by vegetation plantings which will screen the proposed structures. • The site is adequate for water supply and on-site sewage treatment; Not applicable. • The types, uses and numbers of watercraft that the project will generate are compatible in relation to the suitability of public waters to safely accoixunodate these watercraft; Not applicable. City Engineer, Tom Kellogg, has reviewed the site and has provided staff with a recommendation (the letter is attached as Exhibit E). The following is a summary of Kellogg's comments: • The proposed wall will not exceed 3 ' in height and will be screened with vegetation. The wall construction is acceptable from an engineering standpoint provided the installation is in accordance with the plans and specifications provided. • Heavy duty silt fence with steel Uposts must be Installed along the shoreline Immediately to protect the exposed slope. The silt fence should be maintained throughout the construction process and remain in place until the slope is stabilized and vegetation is established. Issues for Consideration Are there any other issues or concerns with this application? Staff Recommendation Planning Department staff recommends approval of the proposal subject to the City Engineer's recommendations. I j