The city of Sultan hereby adopts Snohomish County Engineering Design and Development Standards (EDDS) by reference per Ordinance No. 1260-17, a copy of which is on record and available with the city clerk.
(Ord. 1260-17 § 1)
Deviations from the EDDS may be granted by the public works director when situations arise where alternatives to the standards may better accommodate existing conditions, overcome adverse topography or allow for more cost-effective solutions without adversely affecting safety, operations, maintenance or aesthetics pursuant to subsection (C)(3) of this section.
A.
Unless otherwise specified in this title, deviations may only be granted for standards and specifications that relate to and implement the city's currently adopted EDDS.
B.
Deviations shall be processed in accordance with the currently adopted EDDS at the time of construction permit submittal.
C.
Requests for deviation shall, at a minimum, comply with the following criteria:
1.
The deviation will achieve the intended result of the standards with a comparable or superior design and quality of improvement;
2.
The deviation will not adversely affect safety or operations;
3.
The deviation will not adversely affect maintenance and related costs;
4.
The deviation will not adversely affect the environment; and
5.
The deviation will not adversely affect aesthetic appearance.
D.
An annual report of deviation requests shall be submitted to the city council.
(Ord. 1328-20 § 1 (Exh. A))