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Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit in the Special Purpose - Research Park and Mayfair Overlay (SP-RP/MAY) zone at 10499 Innovation drive to convert an existing hotel into a multi-unit residential development, Waterfair Apartments LLC, applicant
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Submitted by:
Art Pi?on
Department:
Development
A. Background/Options
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to convert an existing 198-unit hotel into a mixed-use development consisting of 146 affordable residential units and approximately 9,000 square feet of ground-floor commercial space. The property is located at 10499 Innovation Drive within the Special Purpose - Research Park and Mayfair Overlay (SP-RP/MAY) zoning district.
The first floor will include the proposed commercial space as well as a variety of resident amenities, such as a fitness room, media/community space with a pool table, coffee lounge, conference and meeting rooms, and additional rooms designed for business or study use.
The residential component will feature a mix of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. No exterior building alterations or site modifications are proposed as part of this request.
The required public hearing for this item occurred at the October 28, 2025 Common Council meeting. The applicants appeared at the meeting and spoke in favor of the proposal along with one member of the public. No one spoke in opposition. The council meeting video is attached.
B. Staff Comments
Planning/Zoning Division
City code requires 149 parking spaces for the development and 186 parking spaces are provided. A certified survey map is also being proposed with the application which will divide off a portion of the subject property. The newer lot contains an additional 107 parking spaces for use.
The facility will also be required to provide bike parking in accordance with WMC 24.11.080.
Building Division
Design Review Board approval is required for any exterior changes. Architectural supervision, p...
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