801 228
th
Ave NE
Sammamish, WA 98019
425-295-0500 | www.sammamish.us
2020-01-ZONV Page 1 of 5
ZONING VARIANCE APPLICATION
ABOUT ZONING VARIANCES
Code Reference
Variance
SMC 21A.110.030
Resources
King County iMap
Sammamish Property Tool
Questions?
Submit Project Guidance
Visit the Permit Center
City of Sammamish
801 228th Ave SE
Sammamish, WA 98075
www.sammamish.us
A Zoning Variance is an exception to the regulations of the Development
Code. Variance may only be granted because:
The current zoning is creating unnecessary hardship for the
property owner; and
The unique size, shape, topography, or location of the property
creates challenges with the current zoning; and
The current zoning is leading the property owner to be deprived of
rights and privileges that other properties in the same zone
currently have.
The request must be in compliance with the variance criteria outlined in
the Sammamish Municipal Code (SMC) 21A.110.030.
With the exception of buffer widths and building setbacks, applicants that
are granted a zoning variance must still follow the provisions of SMC Title
21A and Chapter 21A.50 SMC (Environmentally Critical Areas).
APPLICATION APPROVAL
A Zoning Variance is a Type 2 decision made by the Director.
FEES
Applicants are responsible for providing an initial deposit (as well as
additional deposits as needed) to cover all application review costs.
FEES APPLICABLE TO THIS PROJECT
Counter Service Intake, Type 2
Preliminary Review Deposit
Legal Notice Publication & Mailing Deposit
Environmental Consultant Services (if applicable)
Environmental Checklist Review (if applicable)
See current fee schedule
2020-01-ZONV Page 2 of 5
ZONING VARIANCE APPLICATION
OWNER INFORMATION
Owner is organized as an LLC*
Name:
Company:
(if applicable)
Address:
Phone:
E-Mail:
APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE INFORMATION
Applicant is organized as an LLC*
Name:
Address:
Phone:
E-Mail:
*O2020-513 requires owners/applicants organized as a single-member or multiple-member LLC to provide the
names and addresses of all members, including all individuals who hold transferable interests in the applicant
or its members. Please provide this information using the supplemental form on www.MyBuildingPermit.com.
PROPERTY INFORMATION
Property Address:
Parcel Number(s):
Total Lot Area(s):
Total Critical Areas on Property:
(Square Feet)
(Square Feet)
Please complete the below for any critical areas on property:
Type
Total Area
Type
Total Area
(Square Feet)
(Square Feet)
Frequently flooded area
Lake
Landslide area
Critical aquifer recharge area
Seismic hazard area
Wetland
Erosion hazard area
Stream
Erosion hazard near sensitive
water bodies overlay
Fish & wildlife habitat
conservation area
Do you control the property where the work is being proposed (lease, easement, or fee-ownership)?
Yes
No
Property Information continued on next page
2020-01-ZONV Page 3 of 5
ZONING VARIANCE APPLICATION
PROPERTY INFORMATION CONTINUED
Is the proposed project located on a parcel that abuts the King County Trail Corridor?
Yes
No
Does the proposal require the use of or crossing the King County East Lake Sammamish Regional Trail for
access to the project site?
Yes
No
SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST
A PDF of each document is required at time of submittal. Please label files as numbered and listed below:
(For example: 02 Project Narrative)
01. Signed Application Form
02. Project Narrative
Provide a brief description of the site
Provide a detailed description of the scope of work including all proposed building and
structures, as well as any other site work or tree removal.
03. Preapplication Conference Letter
04. Acceptance of Financial Responsibility - Affidavit of Applicant Status
05. Historic Resources Affidavit
06. Title Report (<30 days old)
Must be less than 30 days old
Must be for the parcel(s) related to this application
07. Legal Description
Must be for parcel(s) related to this application
Must be a title verified description by a Washington State licensed surveyor
08. Mailing List, Map, and Labels
Include all property owners within 1,000 feet of the site (2,000 feet for properties within the
Erosion Hazard Near Sensitive Water Bodies overlay)
Utilize the Excel template provided and upload a PDF version, with the map, under Mailing List,
Map, and Labelsin MyBuildingPermit.com
After submittal, the City will request the Excel version of the template via email
09. SEPA Checklist (if applicable)
10. Critical Area Affidavit
11. Critical Area Study (if applicable)
Submittal Checklist continued on next page
2020-01-ZONV Page 4 of 5
ZONING VARIANCE APPLICATION
SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST CONTINUED
12. Criteria Compliance Narrative
Detail how the application meets each of the criteria listed in SMC 21A.110.030
The strict enforcement of Title 21A SMC creates unnecessary hardship to property owner
Variance is necessary because of unique size, shape, topography, or location of subject property
Title 21A SMC provisions deprive the property of rights and privileges enjoyed by properties in
the vicinity with the same zoning
The variance does not create health and safety hazards, is not materially detrimental to the
public welfare or property improvements in the vicinity
The variance does not relieve the applicant from standards or provisions that state that no
variance from such standard/provisions is permitted
The variance does not relieve the applicant from conditions established during prior permit
review or from provisions enacted pursuant to SMC 21A.50.225, SMC 21A.50.322, or SMC
21A.50.355
The variance does not allow establishment of a use that is not permitted in the zone for which
the proposal is located
The variance does not allow the creation of lots or densities that exceed the maximum density
for the zone of the proposal
The variance is the minimum necessary to grant relief
The variance from setbacks or height does not infringe upon or conflict with easements/
covenants
The variance does not relieve the applicant from provisions of Chapter 21A.50 SMC except for
buffer widths and building setbacks
Provide a Neighborhood Land Development Analysis
13. Survey – Boundary and Topographic
14. Storm Drainage Analysis (Technical Information Report) (if applicable)
15. PW Standards Deviation (if proposed)
16. Plan Set
CERTIFICATIONS & SIGNATURES
I have read this application in its entirety and certify that all information submitted, including any
supplemental information, is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that willful
misrepresentation of information will terminate this permit application. I understand that my submittal will be
reviewed for completeness and, if found to be complete, will be processed pursuant to Chapter 20.05 SMC.
Owner Signature:
Date:
Applicant/Representative Signature (if applicable):
Date:
click to sign
signature
click to edit
click to sign
signature
click to edit
2020-01-ZONV Page 5 of 5
ZONING VARIANCE APPLICATION
1
4
3
2
ONLINE SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS
Create an account on MyBuildingPermit.com.
Select “Apply For Permit” and then select “Sammamish” as the jurisdiction.
Select the following:
Application Type
Land Use
Project Type
Any Project Type
Activity Type
Deviations, Modifications,
Variances, or Waivers
Scope of Work
Variance
Complete & save this form before uploading it in the “File Upload” section along with the required
submittal documents.