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23.4 .1 AppJjcant Response: "As described in the accompanying SEP A form, the project will mitigate all erosion that takes place during excavation for slab construction, and a full storm water plan will be submitted along with building permit applications". 23.4.2 Staff agrees with applicant's response, but adds that other mitigation will be required as per conditions set by Public Works and WSDOT. Public Works also requires a Transportation Concurrency application, while WSDOT requires a new access to ensure proper visibility (Exhibits 23, 24). 23.5 The proposed use will ensure compatibility with existing neighboring land uses. 23.5.1 Applicant Response: "Neighboring properties will not be affected by this project, as it will create only marginally increased use ofthe property". 23.5.2 According to drawings submitted with the application, the project involves the addition of 6 to 10 parking spaces, a new office and visitor center, and two student intern boarding facilities . Staff agrees with the applicant's statement that these additions qualify as marginal increases to the intensity of use at the site (Exhibits 8, 15, 42). 23.6 The proposed use is consistent with the intent and character of the zoning district in which ~ is located. 23.6.1 Applicant Response: "Animal husbandry is well suited to the Forest and Range Zone. However, chimpanzee husbandry is much more labor-intensive than traditional animal agriculture, and therefore it requires more staff, interns, and volunteers, and they in tum require additional work areas. Chimpanzee husbandry also provides a unique opportunity to work in tandem with CWU for our mutual benefit. The educational and office uses of the new facilities will be a relatively small part of the overall land use". 23.6.2 Staff agrees with the applicant's response. As discussed in other sections of this staff report, the proposed use is consistent with the Forest and Range zoning designation.