Special exception.
Seattle Mun. Code § 23.64.010
in effectThe Director may permit a structure to exceed the limits of the Airport Height Overlay District as a special exception pursuant to Chapter 23.76 , Procedures for Master Use Permits and Council Land Use Decisions. Such an exception shall only be permitted if the Director finds that all of the following conditions exist: A. The Federal Aviation Administration advises the Director that the exception to the height limits does not create a hazard to aviation; and B. The additional height is necessary for the successful physical function of the structure; and C. The exception will not result in re-routing of aircraft; and D. The structure is designed to minimize adverse impacts of lighting on surrounding uses while complying with the lighting requirements of the Federal Aviation Administration. (Ord. 114561 § 1(part), 1989.)
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