HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes-2016-145BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF KITTITAS
STATE OF WASHINGTON
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPROVAL
NORTHWEST CHIMPANZEE SANCTUARY CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
(CU-1S-00007)
RESOLUTION
NO. 2016-I 45
WHEREAS, per Kittitas County Code Title 15A, and Title 17.60A Conditional Uses, an open
record hearing was held by the Kittitas County Hearing Examiner on February 8th, 2016 for the
purpose of considering a conditional use permit for the Northwest Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Conditional Use Permit CU-15-00007 to provide internship opportunities for students attending
Central Washington University (CWU) to study primate behavior, allowing the facility to be
considered an educational facility, and include a new chimpanzee facility attached to an existing
building, a new outdoor area for chimpanzees, a new veterinary space housed in the same building
as new office space, a meeting room, and a new parking facility.
WHEREAS, opportunity for public testimony was provided; and
WHEREAS, due notice of the hearing had been given as required by law, and the necessary
inquiry has been made into the public interest to be served by such use; and,
WHEREAS, the Hearing Examiner recommended approval of said proposed conditional use
permit; and,
WHEREAS, a closed record public hearing was held by the Board of County Commissioners
on October 18th, 2016 to consider the Hearing Examiner's recommendation on this matter;
and,
WHEREAS, the Kittitas County Board of Commissioners make the following FINDINGS OF
FACT and CONCLUSIONS OF LAW.
I. FINDINGS OF FACT
1. John B. Mulcahy, on behalf of the Northwest Chimpanzee Sanctuary,
submitted a request to operate a Central Washington University satellite
facility where activities including housing and instruction of undergraduate
and graduate students , housing and medical care of chimpanzees, and public
education will occur. The facility is located on 26.55 acre parcel which is
zoned Forest and Range and has a Land Use Designation of Rural
Working.
2 . The proposal is located approximately 58 feet east off State Road 10, in a
portion of 11 , T19N, R16E, WM in Kittitas County. Assessor's map number
19-16-11000-0006.
3. Total Property Size:
Number of Lots :
Domestic Water:
Sewage Disposal:
PowerlElectricity:
Fire Protection :
26 .55 acres
1; no new lots being proposed
Existing Group D System, may need reclassitication to Group A
individual septic , new system may be required
Puget Sound Energy
Fire District # 7 Cle Elum
Irrigation District: None
4. Site Characteristics: Chimpanzee Sanctuary and
Open Spaces
North : Existing sanctuary buildings , staff
lodging, pond.
South: Open space, but with BP A lines and
easements.
East: Existing outdoor chimpanzee recreation facility , slopes
toward southeast.
West: Wooded area, state road 10.
5. The Comprehensive Plan designation is "Rural Working."
6. The subject property is zoned "Forest and Range" which allows for the
proposed Central Washington University satellite facility as a conditional use.
7. A zoning conditional use permit application and SEPA checklist were submitted to
Community Development Services on December 29th, 20 IS. The application was
deemed complete on April 25, 2015. The Affidavit of Site Posting in accordance
with KCC 15A.03.IIO was received by CDS on March 8th, 2016 . The Notice of
Application was issued on June 2ih, 2016. This notice was published in the
official county paper of record and was mailed to jurisdictional government
agencies, adjacent property owners and other interested parties. The last day to
submit written comments was on July 12th, 2016.
8. Based upon review of the submitted application materials including an
environmental checklist, correspondence received during this 15 day comment
period and other information on file with Community Development Services, a
Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) was issued. The appeal
period ended on August 23rd, 2016 at 5:00p.m. No appeals were filed .
9 . This proposal is consistent with the provisions of KCC Title 17A, Critical Areas.
Staff conducted an administrative critical area review in accordance with KCC
17A. Several critical areas items were found during review:
A) A Bonneville Power Administration right of way cros ses the southern pasture,
B) Class II wetlands occupy the north and south ends of the property, measuring
10,518 and 32,497 square feet in area, respectively according to Wetlands
Inventory GIS maps.
C) Hazardous slopes in excess of 35% incline occupy the east side.
D) The parcel falls within the Swauk Prairie Deer Winter Range .
E) The proposed access construction will cross BPA buffers. However, the
applicant and BPA have already entered into an agreement for monitoring of
construction for a shared access, and the agreed plan between the applicant and
BPA is shown in Exhibits IS and 41.
F) The Washington Department of Ecology believes that wetlands may in fact
extend further to the northwest than the Wetland Inventory suggests, and
recommends wetland reconnaissance at a minimum to determine the actual extent
of the wetland. Further, Ecology recommends a wetland delineation report and
mitigation if more extensive wetlands are found.
10. This proposal is consistent with the provisions ofKCC Title 20 , Fire and
Life Safety, as conditioned.
11 . The following agencies and departments provided comments during the comment
period: W A Department of Health, KC Public Works, and the Washington
Department of Transportation. The Washington State Department of Ecology
submitted late comments. Additionally, comments were provided during a pre-
application meeting with Kittitas County staff, which was held on May 27, 2015.
These comments have been considered and included as conditions
of approval to address these agency concerns.
12. No public comments were submitted for this proposal at the time of staff review .
13. The Kittitas County Community Development Services recommended
approval of this preliminary plat, subject to the recommended conditions of
approval.
14. An open record public hearing after due legal notice was held on September 8,2016.
15. Admitted into the record were the following exhibits:
Index
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15.1
15.2
15.3
15.4
15.5
15.6
15.7
15.8
15.9
15.10
15.11
15.12
15.13
15.14
15.15
15.16
15.17
15.18
15.19
15.20
15.21
15.22
15.23
15.24
15.25
15.26
15.27
15.28
15.29
15.30
15.31
15.32
15.33
15.34
15 .35
15.36
15.37
15.38
15.39
15.40
15.41
15.42
15.43
15.44
15.45
15.46
15.47
Exhibit
Exhibit 1
Exhibit 2
Exhibit 3
Exhibit 4
Exhibit 5
Exhibit 6
Exhibit 7
Exhibit 8
Exhibit 9
Exhibit 10
Exhibit 11
Exhibit 12
Exhibit 13
Exhibit 14
E xhibit 15
Exhibit 16
Exhibit 17
Exhibit 18
Exhibit 19
Exhibit 20
Exhibit 21
Exhibit 22
Exhibit 23
Exhibit 24
Exhibit 25
Exhibit 26
Exhibit 27
Exhibit 28
Exhibit 29
Exhibit 30
Exhibit 31
Exhibit 32
Exhibit 33
Exhibit 34
Exhibit 35
Exhibit 36
Exhibit 37
Exhibit 38
Exhibit 39
Exhibit 40
Exhibit 41
Exhibit 42
Exhibit 43
Exhibit 44
Exhibit 45
Exhibit 46
Exhibit 47
Document Name
Pre-Appl icati on Meeting Worksheet with Building, Fire, and Public
Works Com ments
Zoning Conditional Use Permit
SEP A Checklist
Notice of Application Publication
Notice of Application
Receipt
Project Narrative
Site Plan
CW U Satell ite Fa ili ty Information
Ad di t io nal I nformation
Affi d a v it of Posting, N e ed s Picture
A ffidavi t of Posting, Si r ned
A ffidav it of P osting P icture
A pp l ican't E nl ail
Revised Access Plan
Deemed Complete
Request for Comment
Transmittal of Comments
Transmittal of Comments Email
Health Email
Health Comment
Washingto n D e pa rtm e nt o f Transportation Email
Wash ingto n D epar tme nt o f r ansportation Comment Letter
Pub li Works Com me nt Letter
BPA Lines and Right of Way
Wet,land s
Streams and Shorelines
Hazard o ll Slo pe s
Priori ty Hab,itats
CWU Letter
Further Comments from DOH and PH
Ecology Comments
Environmental Health Comments
Nearby Land Use Projects
Streams and Proposed Additions
Zoning
BP A Right of Wa and Proposed Additions
Ex isting Access
Ln te ri r of Fac ili ty
V ertical A ir Ph oto
Agreed BP A Access Plan
Originall y Prop os d Access and BP A Right of Way
Nimh E nd ofPrope11y W e tland Bu ffe r
W Wet land w it h Bu ffer
H nza rdo u . S lopes
M iti gate d Dete rmination of Non significance
taffRe port
16. Appearing and testifying on behalf of the applicant was John Mulcahy. Mr.
Mulcahy testified that he was an agent authorized to appear and speak on behalf of
the applicant and property owner. Mr. Mulcahy indicated that all of the proposed
conditions of approval were acceptable to the applicant and property owner.
17. No member of the public testified at the hearing.
18. The proposal is consistent with the goals and policies of the Kittitas County
Comprehensive Plan. As referenced above in Section IV, this proposal is located
within the Rural Working Land Use designation and the following Comprehensive
Plan GPOs apply to this proposal: GPO 2.3,2 .84,8.1, 8.8A " and 10.8. It is clear,
based on these GPOs Kittitas County values its rural character, agricultural activities,
private property rights, and economic growth that support the rural nature of the
area. As conditioned, this project is consistent with the County's Comprehensive
Plan and rural character of the area.
19. As conditioned , this project is consistent with the provisions of KCC Title 12. The
Kittitas County Department of Public Works requires the applicant to submit a
Transportation Concurrency application. The Applicant will also need to comply with
all WSDOT requirements. WSDOT finds that the existing access does not provide
the minimum required road approach sight distance of 495 feet. A new access to the
south must be constructed and the existing approach must be removed. In addition , a
new Access Connection Permit must be obtained. A shared access between the
Sanctuary and Bonneville Power Administration is proposed to fulfill this
requirement (Exhibits 23,24 and 41).
20 . As conditioned , this project is consistent with the provisions of KCC Title 13. The
Hart Ranch water system serves the propetiy, and is classified as a Group B Water
System. The system has three water connections, none of which currently have
Washington Department of Health Approval. In addition, application may be
required to reclassify the system to a Group A system. A capacity analysis by a State
of Washington licensed professional engineer is required. As per the Kittitas County
Public Works, a storm water plan in accordance with Eastern Washington Storm
Water Management Manual by a licensed State of Washington Engineer is required.
Kittitas County Public Health requires a nitrate test (Exhibits 20 , 21, 31).
2 1. As conditioned, this project is consistent with the provisions of KCC Title 14. The
CDS Building Department requires that all structures be subjected to full engineering
for lateral , gravity, and fire l life safety. Restrooms, parking, and meeting facilities
must be accessible under the Americans With Disabilities Act.
22. This proposal is consistent with the Kittitas County Zoning Code 17.15 and 17.56.
Public and private schools are permitted within the Forest and Range Zone, and the
facility is an e x tension of Central Washington University explained in a letter from
the university (Exhibits 30, 36). The project meets all parcel size and setback
requirements for the zone.
23 . This proposal, as conditioned, is consistent with the Kittitas County Zoning Code
for Conditional Uses KCC Title 17.60A. The proposed conditional use will be
adequately served by rural levels of service. The following are the criteria and
responses supporting approval of a conditional use permit per KCC 17.60A.OI5
review criteria:
23.1 The proposed use is essential or desirable to the public convenience and not
detrimental or injurious to the public health, peace, or safety or to the
character of the surrounding neighborhood.
23.1.1 . pp lican t Re po nse:
"A modest expansion of the sanctuary, as outlined in this application ,
wi II allow us to better serve the students of Central Washington
University (CWU) who work and study at the sanctuary for course credit
as part of their undergraduate and graduate degrees in Primate Behav ior
and Ecology. The Primate Behavior program at CWU draws students
from across the country and around the world to live and study in
Kittitas County, and this expansion will improve the quality and
reputation of the program. It will also allow us to improve our public
education program, which will be open on a limited basis to the general
publ ic, including all county residents , by appointment.
The expansion will not affect public health, peace, or safety, as
Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest (CSNW) has already
demonstrated a commitment to safety and a dedication to the highest
standards in our operations. Because the property is elevated above
the roadway and mostly hidden behind a stand of pines, the new
buildings will not significantly impact the character of the
neighborhood" .
23.l.2 Staff agrees with the applicant's response. Although the use is not
specifically agricultural in nature, its educational value qualifies as
a school under KCC 17.15.060. Also, the new project additions
will be set back from State Road 10, with vegetation blocking
views from the road, and therefore not interfering overall rural
character (Exhibit 40).
23.2 The proposed use at the prupuseJ lucatiun will nol be unreasonably
detrimental to the economic welfare of the county and that it will not create
excessive public cost for facilities and services by finding that:
A. The proposed LIse wi II be adequately serviced by existing faci lities such as
highways , roads, police and fire protection, irrigation and drainage
structures, refuse disposal, water and sewers, and schools; or
B. The applicant shall provide such facilities; or
c. The proposed use will be of sufficient economic benefit to offset
additional public costs or economic detriment.
23.2.1 Applicant Response:
"The expansion will create only a very limited increase in traffic
from staff, student interns and the general pUblic. The sanctuary is
already served by the Kittitas County Sheriff's Office and KCFD
#7. No irrigation is required. Refuse disposal will continue to be
handled by Waste Management. An existing well will service the
new structures along with septic systems for waste. There will be no
impact on schools other than the possibility of one family living on
site."
23.2.2 Staff agrees with this statement, considering that the proposed action
is an addition to an already existing facility, and that Sherriff s
Office, fire, water, and waste disposal service already reaches the
site. Agreement with this statement is with the understanding that all
Public Works, WSDOT, County Building Department, and Fire
Marshall's conditions are followed.
23.3 The proposed use complies with relevant development standards and criteria
for approval set forth in this title or other applicable provisions of Kittitas
County Code.
23.3.1 Applicant Response:
23.3.2
"The proposed facilities will apply with all applicable codes".
As described in other sections of this staff report, this proposal
complies and is compatible with the Kittitas County
Comprehensive Plan and Kittitas County codes as conditioned.
Relevant agencies and departments have reviewed the application
and provided conditions under Titles 12, 13, 14, 17.29, and
17.60A. The applicant must also comply with any and all codes
not listed in agency, county department, or CDC comments.
23.4 The proposed use will mitigate material impacts of the
development, whether environmental or otherwise.
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.
23.7 For conditional uses outside of Urban Growth Areas, the proposed use :
A. Is consistent with the intent, goals, policies, and objectives of the
Kittitas County Comprehensive Plan, including the policies of Chapter
8, Rural and Resource Lands.
23.7. 1 Applicant Response:
"The proposed project will preserve open space, maintain wildlife
habitat, and will not require the extension of any urban governmental
services. It will be consistent with the rural character that the County
seeks to maintain".
23.7.2 Staff agrees with the applicant's response. As discussed in other
sections of this staff report, the proposed use is consistent with the
goals, policies, and objectives of the Kittitas County Comprehensive
Plan.
24 . Preserves "rural character" as defined in the Growth Management Act (ReW
36.70A.030(15));
24.1 A ppli cant Response :
The proposed project will preserve open space, views of the
mountains and forest, and will blend well with surrounding
agricultural enterprises.
24.2 Staff agrees with the applicant's response. As site plans and aerial
photos show, the property edges contain tress on the western and
eastern edges, with pasture to the south. With the exception of the
access, all proposed additions will occur well within the perimeter of
the property. Therefore, changes to the overall character of the property
are minimal.
25. Requires only rural government services; and
25.1 A pplicant R esponse :
The proposed project will not require any services beyond those already
provided.
25.2 Staff does not anticipate an increased need for any rural government
services.
26 . Does not compromise the long term viability of designated resource lands .
26.1 Appl icant Re po nse:
The proposed project will reduce pasture land by approximately one
acre , and will maintain traditional agriculture on the remainder.
26.2 Staff agrees with the applicant's response. The subject property is
designated as rural working lands and not as resource lands. The
proposal is compatible with the existing character of the area and meets
the rural element of Kittitas County's Comprehensive Plan and zoning
regulations , thereby not compromising the long term viability of
designated resource lands.
27. This proposal is consistent with the provisions of KCC Title 17A, Critical
Areas. Staff conducted an administrative critical area review in accordance
with KCC 17A. Several critical areas items were found during review.
1) A Bonneville Power Administration right of way crosses the southern
pasture.
2) Class II wetlands occupy the north and south ends of the property,
measuring 10,518 and 32 ,497 square feet in area, respectively.
3) GIS layers indicate Type 9 "unknown" stream running through the
property.
4) Hazardous slopes in excess of 35% incline occupy the east side.
5) The parcel falls within the Swauk Prairie Deer Winter Range.
A) Bonneville Power Administration and the applicant have gone
through aU permitting processes, and have agreed to share a new
access to be built (Exhibit 25,41, 42).
B) On the revised access plan, the shared BPAlNWCS access may
cross 40 foot wetland buffers. Ecology recommends wetland
reconnaissance and possibly wetland reporting and mitigation.
Ecology also requires an NPDES Stormwater Construction General
Permit (Exhibits 26, 43,44).
C) According to GIS layers maintained by the Washington Department of
Natural Resources, a Type 9 unknown stream runs through the property.
Proposed buildings cross a 15 foot buffer around the stream. Washington
Department of Natural Resources Streams GIS layers are derived from
Digital Elevation Models using slope and aspect to estimate probable
locations of flow accumulation. Modeled streams must be confirmed in the
field. On site and air photo reconnaissance shows little evidence of a
stream. If a stream is confirmed at the site, further analysis will be required
to determine if the stream is regulated (Exhibits 27, 35, 38, 39).
D) Although a hazardous slope exists on the property, the new additions will
all be at least 200 feet from those slopes (Exhibits 28, 45).
E) The Swauk Prairie Deer Winter Range covers the entire property .
28. This project is consistent with the provisions of KCC Title 20. The applicant is
working with Kittitas County Fire Marshal's office regarding necessary fire safety
requirements (Exhibit #\). Fire and life safety requirements will be addressed during
the building pennit process.
29 . The proposal is appropriate in design, character and appearance with the goals and
policies for the land use designation in which the proposed use is located.
30. The proposed use will not cause significant adverse impacts on the human
or natural environments that cannot be mitigated by conditions of
approval.
31. The proposal will be served by adequate facilities including access, fire protection,
water, storm water control, and sewage disposal facilities.
32. Any Conclusion of Law that is more correctly a Finding of fact is hereby
incorporated as such by this reference.
II. CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Hearing Examiner has been granted authority to render this decision .
2. As conditioned, the proposed use is consistent with the intent, purposes and
regulations of the Kittitas County Code and Comprehensive Plan.
3 . As conditioned, the proposal does conform to the standards specified in Kittitas
County Code.
4. As conditioned, the use will comply with all required performance standards as
specified in Kittitas County Code.
5. As conditioned, the proposed use will not be contrary to the intent or purposes and
regulations of the Kittitas County Code or the Comprehensive Plan.
6. As conditioned, this proposal does comply with Comprehensive Plan, the
Shoreline Master Program, the zoning code and other land use regulations, and
SEPA.
7 . Any Finding of Fact that is more correctly a Conclusion of Law is hereby
incorporated as such by this reference.
IV. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
All Conditions of Approval shall apply to the applicant, and the applicant's heirs,
successors m interest and assigns.
All conditions imposed herein shall be binding on the "Applicant," which terms
shall include the owner or owners of the property, heirs, assigns and successors.
2. The project shall proceed in substantial conformance with the plans and application
materials on file dated December 29 th , 2015, and subsequent information included in
the complete file index except as amended by the conditions herein.
3. The applicant is responsible for compliance with all applicable local, state and
federal rules and regulations, and must obtain all appropriate permits and approvals.
4. All development, design and construction shall comply with Kittitas County Code and
the most current version of the International Fire & Bui Iding Codes. The gate to the
facility will comply with KCC 20.03.020.
5. All remodel and change of use for the structures will require building permit it
approval through CDS prior to issuance of the final conditional use permit.
6 . The access must be moved south so that required sight distance of 495 feet is met.
In meeting this requirement, the applicant has agreed to build a shared access with
Bonneville Power Administration.
7. A new Access Connection Permit must be obtained. The property owner must
contact the WSDOT South Regional Office to apply for the permit. Plans have
been revised depicting the new access.
8. A Transportation Concurrency application will be required for the proposal.
Applicant can contact Kittitas County Public Works for information on the
Transportation Concurrency application.
9 . The public water system serving this proposal shall be subjected to a Capacity
Anaiysis performed by a Washington State licensed professional engineer prior to
issuance of the final conditional use permit.
10 , The water system is currently classified as a Group B water system. Addition of new
users may require reclassification to a Group A system. lfrequired , application for
reclassification must be made to the Washington Department of Health.
11 . Any new water uses shall be obtained from a water budget neutral source ,
12. None of the three water connections currently have Washington Department of
HealthApproval. Application shall be made with the Washington Department of
Health for approval.
13. Kittitas County Public Health requires an updated nitrate test.
14. GIS data indicate a Type 9 "unknown" stream on the parcel. Further analysis shall
be requ ired to determine if the stream is regulated.
15 . The Washington Department of Eco logy states that wetlands shown on wetland
inventory maps may in fact extend further northwest than indicated in National
Wetland Inventory GIS maps. The proposed new road approach may intersect
potential wetland areas . A wetland delineation and mitigntion report will be required
and reviewed by the Department of Ecology . Ecology offers assistance in wetland
reconnaissance to determine whether such reports are required.
16 . Ecology also requires the NPDES Construction Stormwater General Permit. The
permit requires that all activities be disclosed on the SEPA checklist, and review
may take as long as 60 days if undisclosed activities are discovered. The permit
requires Storm water Pollution Prevention Plan to be prepared and implemented
for all construction. The plan must show that measures will prevent soil runoff
into surface water, and will be in place prior to any clearing, grading, or
construction .
17 . A Storm water Plan prepared by a State of Washington Licensed engineer is required .
18 . The project will follow the goals and policies of the Kittitas County Comprehensive
Plan.
19 . The project will comply with KCC Title 12 , Roads and Bridges.
20 . The proposal will comply with KCC Title 13. Water and Sewers .
21. The project will comply with KCC Title 14, Buildings and Construction.
22. The project will comply with KCC Title 17.29, Forest and Range zoning.
23. The project will comply with KCC Title 17.60A, Conditional Uses and meets
the criteriaofKCC 17.60A.015 (1-7), as conditioned.
24. The project will maintain rural character of the area by observing all setbacks
depicted in the site plan.
25. Hazardous slopes in excess of 35% exist on the property. All new additions will be
at least 200 feet from these slopes, as indicated on the site plan and staff maps.
26. All buildings and structures shall require full engineering for lateral gravity and
fire life-safety.
27. All restroom, meeting, and parking facilities shall be ADA accessible.
28. All structures must have adequate fire apparatus access.
29. Fire sprinklers shall be required in the new office building.
30. Exterior siding and materials shall meet with wildland-urban interface
requirements.
31. Any gates must meet all standards outlined in KCC 20.03020.
33. Should groulld disturbin& or other activitie result in the inadvertent cliscovery of
cultural or archaeologic~1 materials,. work shall be stopped in the immedi~te area
and contact. be" made With the Washll1gton tate DAHP. Work shall remam
susp nded until the tind is as essed and appropriate consultation is conducte .
Should human remains be inadvertently djsco ~e l'ed as dictated by Washington
State RCW 27.44.055, work ha.11 be immediately halted in the area and eontaet
made with the coroner and local law enforcement in the most expeditious manner
possible.
32. All outdoor lighting shall be shielded and directed downward to minimize the
effect to nearby residential properties and SR 10.
33 . Any signage for the proposed use will require a sign permit as per KCC 17.70
and may not be located in State or County right of way.
34. The project will continue to be served by existing fire, school district, and
Waste Management services.
NOW THEREFORE,
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that the Kittitas County Board of Commissioners hereby
grants approval of the Northwest CIUJDI>anzee Sanctuary Conditional Use Pel'mit (CU -lS-
00007) and adopts the above Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Conditions of
Approval, based upon the Kittitas County Hearing Examiner's Recommended Finding of Fact,
Recommended Conclusions of Law, Recommended Decision and Recommended Conditions of
Approval (Exhibit A).
DATED this I .s-r day of rV () II l vn., b·t' r , 2016 at Ellensburg, Washington.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
KITTITAS COUNTY, W 4!. }-HNGTON
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Greg Zempel WSBA # 19125
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Exhibit "A"
(SEE PDF FOR HEARIN EXAMINER RE OMMENDA ION)
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