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Site Pre-inspection Notes PIAP1,1
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Project#: SP12021-00109 for tax parcel # 122322100150
Date of Site Visit Meeting:June 11, 2021
Zoning:The zoning designation for the site is Rural Residential 5 (RR5).Standard setbacks for this zone
are a 25-foot front yard setback and a 20-foot setback for side and back yards. The front yard refers to
the lot line adjacent to the property access, including access easements. When the lot width is less than
100 feet, setbacks would equal 10% of the lot width.
An administrative variance may be applied for to request a reduction in the required setbacks (minimum
of 5 feet for sides, minimum of 10 feet for front and rear) if the lot meets certain criteria. Other setbacks
may apply when critical areas are present, see below.
The setbacks are measured from structures above grade such as roof overhangs (roof gutters), and
other structures/appurtenances, including heat pumps, etc.
The height limit per Mason County Code (MCC) 17.04.224.0 is 35 feet.
Wetlands:There appears to be a jurisdictional wetland on site. Wetland delineation and categorization
will be necessary to determine the applicable buffer requirements for future development. A list of
wetland consultants is provided for your information, although you may also choose other qualified
professionals, not on this list. Also, HERE is the link to the Wetlands chapter from the Mason County
Resource Ordinance.
Streams:There is a fish stream located to the west of the property.The stream buffer is 150 feet plus a
15-foot building setback for a total of 165 feet. Buffers shall be retained in their natural condition.
Please see the following link for additional information. 8.52.170
The destruction or alteration of Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Area's or their buffers through
removal, excavation,grading, dumping, discharging or filling of any material; clearing; shading;
intentional burning; vegetation removal (terrestrial, freshwater, or marine); planting of non-native
vegetation that would alter the character of the FWHCA or buffer; or the construction or placement of
structures or increasing the structural footprint shall undergo mitigation sequencing and shall require a
habitat management plan.
Stormwater Management: Project shall be in conformance with the small parcel stormwater
management requirements. A small parcel stormwater application is required for properties creating
2,000 square feet of new impervious surface.
Forest Practice Permit: A Type IV general forest practice approval permit may be required through
Mason County Planning Department (MCC Title 11) if the subject parcel exceeds two (2) acres in size.
Exceptions to this rule apply when the volume is under 5,000 board feet in a 12-month period for
personal use; OR when limited to trees that are within 1 and 1/2 tree lengths from a structure.
Otherwise,the applicant shall obtain a forest practices(FPA) approval permit. Please visit the Mason
County website for proper application forms, application fees, and procedural information. Any required
permit shall be obtained prior to any clearing or site development.
Floodplain:The parcel is located within the FEMA mapped floodplain A. It does not appear the proposed
structure will be impacted by the mapped floodplain.
1 de Environmental Health regulations or
General EH: This application does not inc requirements. Please u g
contact Environmental Health staff for septic system and water connection requirements, 360-427-9670,
extension 400.
h Septic and Water Utility Note: Septic tanks and drainfields are prohibited in protected critical
areas such as streams marine shorelines and hazardous slopes. Septic infrastructure may be
placed in the setback area without additional permitting or environmental studies. If there is no
other practicable alternative septic infrastructure may be placed in the buffer with a Mason
Environmental Permit and Habitat Management Plan ($1,500) along with written
documentation that there is no other feasible location.
Note:The permit assistance center requires an approved septic design prior to submitting a building
permit
Please check with the Building Department, at extension 352, regarding building codes.
I hope that you find this information helpful and informative as you proceed through the permitting
process. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these notes, please do not hesitate to contact
me directly at (360)427.9670 Ext. 287.
Specific development standards contained in County Codes may be found at the County web address
HERE. Thank you and we look forward to working with you.
Disclaimer: Please note that this is a list of preliminary specific issues discussed or observed, and is not
intended to be conclusive nor preclude any subsequent permit review or final condition letter that
will be provided to you when a formal application is submitted and reviewed.