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Blaine Welcome Center opens downtown, page 4

City hopes new design standards will usher in development

How to keep dogs safe in the water, page 10

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Annual competition draws a creative crowd to Birch Bay

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s A large sea turtle adorned with white rocks was built during the Birch Bay Sand Sculpture Competition on July 14. The event was hosted through the weekend by the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce at 7930 Birch Bay Drive. See photos on page 8. Photo by Mathew Roland

Birch Bay residents worry new apartments will block views By Oliver Lazenby There’s more to Birch Bay than the views, but for some, the chance to see the water from a deck or dining room table is reason enough to buy a home. “We looked all around Birch Bay for a little house to buy and when we saw this one, that was it. Who could ask for any-

thing better?” Birch Bay resident Patty Anderson said. Anderson and her husband Pat bought their home on Morgan Drive in Birch Bay in 1989 for its end-to-end view of the bay, she said. Over the years, the view shrank due to encroaching trees. Now, in the summer, only a gap between maples offers a view over Richmond Resort to the water.

Candidates to field questions at weekend election forum Primary election ballots were mailed to registered voters on Wed., July 18 B y S t e fa n i e D o n a h u e Voters have just a few days to make up their minds before voting in the primary election on Tuesday, August 7. To help, the League of Women Voters of Bellingham/Whatcom County is sponsoring an election forum from 9:30 a.m. to

4:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 21 at Bellingham High School, located at 2020 Cornwall Avenue. The forum will be recorded and broadcast live online at: bit.ly/2NVngNU. “All candidates in local races who appear on the primary ballot have been invited, and will participate in a moderated forum, answering questions from the moderator,” read a statement from the nonpartisan group. “Attendees will be invited to submit their questions as well.” Participating are candidates who are running for 40th legislative district rep-

resentative, position 1; Whatcom County Council at-large, position b; Court of Appeals judge division 1, district 3, position 1; 42nd legislative district senator and 42nd district representative, position 1. District 42 incumbents, senator Doug Ericksen and representative Luanne Van Werven, confirmed to The Northern Light they are not attending due to prior commitments. “Unfortunately, I have several previously scheduled commitments on Saturday, July (See Vote, page 6)

Plans submitted last month for a three-story apartment building at Richmond Resort, an RV and manufactured home park at 8086 Birch Bay Drive, could nearly eliminate views for the Andersons and for residents of about six other houses on the ridge behind the proposed project. (See Views, page 13)

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Developers who plan to build within Blaine’s Central Business District (CBD) have to play by a new set of rules. The city has enacted new design standards for the district, which encompasses the downtown core as well as surrounding residential areas and the harbor. The new design standards provide city staff with added flexibility, make slight modifications to permitted uses and change some design requirements. “This is the latter part of a longer process that’s been going on for a few years,” said interim city manager Michael Jones. Former design standards for the CBD were adopted in 1999. The document provided the city with little guidance and gave undue attention to some items, while leaving others unaddressed. Longing for change, the city began hosting meetings in 2012 to seek public input. “We had really good participation,” Jones said. “More than we usually have.” The community has always felt invested in downtown, acting community development director Alex Wenger said. As a result of the feedback, the city repealed its existing development review process in 2014 in order to simplify how permits were issued and to make the process easier for project applicants. In 2015, Blaine City Council adopted code amendments that increased building heights, reduced commercial area and increased residential area in the CBD. “We had far too much street frontage that was required to be built with com-

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mercial uses,” Jones said. “It was completely unrealistic that we would fill that.” Plus, increasing building heights made development projects more financially viable, Wenger said. With the groundwork in place, the city hired Seattle-based Makers Architecture & Urban Design in 2018 to develop the final design standards for the CBD, costing $29,315. The proposal brought forward by Makers Architecture was modified several times by the Blaine Planning Commission over a series of meetings. On April 26, the commission voted to recommend that city council approve the new design standards in the form of a zoning text amendment and zoning map amendment. With no hesitation, Blaine City Council voted 7–0 on June 11 to approve the amendments. The new design standards feature clear diagrams and specific requirements for developers, which, Wenger said, help clarify the requirements of the code. “It creates a lot of guidance for staff and allows flexibility for staff to be the decision maker,” Jones said. Applicants can now request design departures, which are approved at the discretion of the community development director, as opposed to the Blaine Planning Commission. The departures allow for alternative designs provided they meet certain criteria. “This is an important part of the code because it makes code that has flexibility,” Jones said. The new design standards also change some permitted uses. Moving forward, mail handling and personal shipping and receiving businesses are not permitted in the CBD’s waterview subdistrict (located on the west side of Peace Portal Drive) or in the garden subdistrict (located near the Salishan neighborhood). Other subdistricts within the CBD will still allow them. Any mail handling and shipping businesses currently operating in the waterview or garden subdistrict will be considered non-conforming and will not be permitted to expand. The new design standards also drop the requirement for property owners on the west side of Peace Portal Drive to build a portion of boardwalk when they remodel or develop. Instead, they’ll be required to connect to the boardwalk, where applicable. New and major construction must also dedicate a 20-foot wide easement for the purpose of constructing and maintaining the boardwalk as a public project. “What it came down to was, it was very hard to develop a boardwalk that was available to the public on piece-by-piece basis,” Wenger said. Looking ahead, the city plans to approve new design standards for the Wharf District, which were adopted by the city prior to the Wharf District Master Plan. “We definitely need new standards, but they’re not included in this proposal,” Jones said to the city council in June. To learn more the CBD’s new design standards, visit bit. ly/2utI6Mc.

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Letters The Editor: The Puppy Rescue Mission Fundraiser was held on June 23 at Peace Arch State Park; sincere thanks to everyone who attended and participated. Thank you volunteers! We couldn’t do this without you. Thank you to the amazing vendors who filled the park giving away samples and information. Thank you to Mike Kent, our fabulous emcee. Thank you to all the veterans who attended, some of whom traveled great distance to tell their stories. Finally, thank you to our incredible auctioneer – you made the event fun! Due to all your generosity, we have been able to pay off eight puppies. These puppies will be reunited with the military personnel they befriended. Four puppies will be departing from Afghanistan, two pup-

pies from Turkey, one pup will be coming out of Kuwait and one pup from the Republic of Georgia. These animals make a difference in the lives of the deployed as well as their families. Great job, everyone. Heather Campbell Blaine The Editor: Having recently read a number of letters complaining about the USPS and how inefficient and rude the employees are, how crummy the service is and how we need something better than this organization, I must say a few words to defend the USPS. First, we should all recognize that the Post and Post Roads is the only “business” mentioned in our Constitution and supported by the Congress. Secondly, having lived in a number of

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Dear Editor: Re: SSB 5975, Paid Family and Medical Leave Act, passed both houses of the Washington State Legislature on a bipartisan vote in 2017. Unfortunately, in my district 42, Republican senator Doug Erickson voted against this excellent bill. Washington joined four other states and the District of Columbia to provide paid family leave to employees for the birth or

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equate and that the legislature must allocate more funds for public education. In their final judgment, the court wrote “Education plays a critical civil rights role in promoting equality in our democracy” and, “Education is the number one civil right of the 21st Century” (paragraphs 134 & 135). In March 2018, after six years of hard negotiation and careful consideration, SB6362 successfully addresses the issues of funding within the mandated time frame, was passed by a majority of state senators. Unfortunately, the Republican senator representing our 42nd district, Doug Ericksen, was not among them. Ericksen’s commitments apparently lie elsewhere. Let’s let him go elsewhere. Let’s elect one of the outstanding Democratic contenders, Tim Ballew or Pinky Vargas, to represent the 42nd district and every child’s right to basic education. Holly Giffin Lummi Island

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– Monitored until out cold. – Burn only when winds are 7 mph or below. “Violations of these burn restrictions can result in a minimum $250 fine,” according to the fire marshal. “In addition, if you have a fire that escapes or needs to be extinguished by the fire department, you may be held financially responsible for fire suppression costs, as well as be criminally charged.” To learn more, contact the Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s Office at 360/778-5900 or visit whatcomcounty.us/FireMarshal.

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general are determined.” An average 34 percent of registered voters in Whatcom County turned out to vote in a primary election between 2007 and 2017, according to an annual report by the county auditor’s office. The lowest turnout was in 2013, with 22 percent, and the highest was in 2008, with 47 percent. The national average for primary elections is 40 percent, according to fairvote.org. To bolster participation, the state of Washington is offering pre-paid postage on each ballot. “If you decide to return your ballot by mail, remember that your ballot envelope still needs a postmark no later than election day on August 7 to be counted,” read a statement from the auditor’s office. “USPS now recommends mailing your ballot one week before election day.” Voters have until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 7 to drop off their ballot at a ballot box. All drop-box locations will be open for the primary election, including those located at Birch Bay North Whatcom Fire and Rescue, 4581 Birch Bay-Lynden Road; Custer Elementary, 7660 Custer School Road; Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street; and at the courthouse, 201 Grand Ave. Bellingham. Voters who do not receive their ballot by Friday, July 27 should call 360/778-5102. Follow the money In district 42, which encompasses Whatcom County, incumbent Doug Ericksen (R), Pinky Vargas (D) and Tim Ballew II (D), are running for state senator, which serves a four-year, partisan term. Ericksen has raised $98,412 in campaign contributions, according to the Public Disclosure Commission; $46,895 is from business; $31,650 is from PACs; $13,225 is from individuals; and $6,642 is

from groups marked ‘other.’ Some of Ericksen’s noteworthy donors include Washington Affordable Housing Council, Century Link and Chevron. Vargas has raised $64,177; $54,583 is from individuals; $5,900 is from PACs; $1,754 is from business; and $6,432 is from groups marked ‘other.’ Some of Vargas’ noteworthy donors include Win with Women PAC, Service Employees International Union (SEUI) Local 925 PAC and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union 191. Ballew has raised $99,816; $64,935 is from individual donors; $31,689 is from groups marked ‘other’; $2,000 is from Political Action Committees (PACs); and $2,000 is from himself. Some of Ballew’s noteworthy donors include the Lummi Indian Business Council, Washington Education Association and NW Tribal PAC. Also in district 42, Luanne Van Werven (R), Justin Boneau (D) and Dean Berkeley (R) are running for representative, position 1 and Vincent Buys (R) and Sharon Shewmake (D) are running for representative, position 2. Van Werven has raised $45,973; $25,902 is from individuals; $16,800 is from PACs; $4,300 is from business; and $1,757 is from groups marked ‘other.’ Boneau has raised $6,256; $6,636 is from individuals; $712 is from the party; and $109 is from groups marked ‘other.’ No data was available for Berkeley. Shewmake has raised $18,935; $17,185 is from individuals; $1,000 is from PACs; and $950 is from groups marked ‘other.’ Buys has raised $48,700; $16,340 is from individuals; $19,000 is from PACs; $12,438 is from businesses; $1,610 from groups marked ‘other.’ To learn more about each race, visit pdc.wa.gov.

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The temperature is rising and so is the risk for a wildfire. The Whatcom County Fire Marshal’s Office issued restrictions on open burning for unincorporated Whatcom County, including Birch Bay, beginning at 8 a.m. on July 13. Land clearing and yard debris burning is prohibited and issued burn permits are suspended, according to the fire marshal’s office. Recreational fires are still permitted with the landowner’s permission. All recreational fires should meet these requirements: – Contains only seasoned firewood or charcoal.

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By Oliver Lazenby A north Whatcom County unified basketball team with three Blaine athletes took second place at the Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle on July 5. The North Whatcom Slammers represented Washington state at the USA Games, which is the national Special Olympics championship. The Slammers won five straight games on the way to the finals, which they lost to a Florida team 53–34. The unified team is made up of five athletes: Gabe Trump, Tyler Luce and Cory Luce from Blaine; Taylor Walser from Sumas; and Grant Brickbealer from Lynden. The Special Olympics athletes play with partners Ryan Baird, from Bellingham, Cody Barthlow from Blaine, and Matt Zapel and Corey Holert from Seattle. Unified teams are made up of Special Olympics athletes and individuals without intellectual disabilities, called partners, who play with the team. The team stayed in dorms at the University of Washing-

s The North Whatcom Slammers unified basketball team represented Washington State at the Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle this month, earning a silver medal. Courtesy photo ton and played games at the Alaska Airlines Arena on the Huskies’ home court. “We walked in and a couple of the guys go, ‘coach, we get to play here?’” said Slammers coach Steve Barthlow, who also teaches and coaches at Blaine High School. Barthlow said the USA Games was one of the most rewarding experiences he’s had in 25 years of coaching. “They competed very hard but were also very friendly,” he said. “We built some great friendships and met some great

people. It was just awesome.” The team is used to success. In the five years the group has been together, they’ve won one silver medal and four gold medals at the state Special Olympics. Barthlow said they handled tough opponents at the USA Games with sportsmanship and class. “They represented North Whatcom and the state of Washington to the best of their ability,” he said. “It’s probably a once in a lifetime opportunity and I’m just really proud of how they handled themselves and what they accomplished.”

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Photos from the Jazz-by-theSea Craft Fair As part of the Drayton Harbor Music Festival, which took place July 8 to 14, the Pacific Arts Association hosted the Jazz-by-theSea Craft Fair on July 14. The event took place at the G and H Street plazas and featured performances from student groups as well as vendor booths. Photos by Mathew Roland

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Prestigious George Raft Race nears B y M at h e w R o l a n d Blaine’s annual maritime festival, Drayton Harbor Days, is just around the corner. Saturday and Sunday, August 4 and 5, feature a 5K run, pancake breakfast, live music, prize drawings, scavenger hunt, costume contest and outdoor movie night. A highlight of the weekend will be The Prestigious George Raft Race, which starts at 1 p.m. on August 4. The race will begin at the Blaine Harbor public boat launch and finish at the visitor’s dock. Participating teams will race vessels made from a wide variety of materials. Richard Sturgill, founding director, said he has seen racers get extremely creative when designing their raft. “Rafts have been made of plastic milk jugs, Styrofoam, bits and pieces of wood, large 50-gallon blue plastic barrels lashed together, inner tubes rafts – you name it and it was probably used in the race,” Sturgill said in an email. “The ‘Prestigious’ George Raft Race has always been the stalwart of the annual waterfront event of Drayton Harbor Day,” Sturgill said. “The race can get quite competitive

with rafts going head to head with near photo finishes. Many have failed before, at the starting line with some sinking along the way, to the spectators delight.” All participants are will be required to sign a release form and wear a proper flotation device. Racers are required to sit on top of their raft, not in. Additionally, none of the materials used to build the raft can be purchased. “We have this rule in order to help try and level ‘the playing field’ somewhat by eliminating a competitor from simply purchasing a store bought water craft to race with,” Sturgill said. The first place winner will be awarded the notorious The Prestigious George Raft Race Trophy. To learn more about Drayton Harbor Days, visit blainechamber. com/drayton-harbor-days/

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also can be threatening to dogs. Dogs may be enticed by the smell of dead fish, but become ill if they consume decomposing marine life. The same is said for drinking seawater. Bring fresh water along to quench the dog’s thirst so he or she will not be tempted to lap up the saltwater. Buy life preservers Dogs riding in boats should be

Hosted by the Alternative Humane Society, the event is free and takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 29 at Bloedel Donovan Park, 2114 Electric Avenue. Dogs must be leashed. During the event, guests can meet dogs and cats that are up for adoption as well as Alternative Humane Society volunteers. The event will also feature games, raffles and a lineup of vendors. To learn more, visit alternativehumanesociety.com.

Dog training event set at Blaine library Learn how to train your dog at a workshop this weekend. Dog behaviorist Lawrence Pang will lead a dog behavior training workshop from 2:30 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 21 at Blaine Public Library, 610 3rd Street. The workshop is only open to individuals who attended the workshop on July 14. It will be held in the grassy area behind the library and will

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3-BD, 4.5-BA 2995 SF. Inspiring gated waterfront residence with Guest Casita. New artisan quality const, designer interiors & high-end appl, fixtures & appointments. MLS #1020892.

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9524 Sherwood Drive, Blaine • $598,500

MLS# 1321304

What an amazing opportunity: 7 BD septic design allows for 2 homes on private 5 acre parcel located in the exclusive gated Sherwood Drive Estates. Existing 4 BD/2 BA modern architectural masterpiece features custom zebra wood pivot entry door, soaring ceilings and concrete floors - all on 1 level. Second homesite is cleared and ready for your dream home and shop. First time on the market!

Jen Freeman 360-815-0803

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8367 Goldenbrook Way • $339,500

MLS #1325672

Beautiful newer Birch Bay construction with no stairs and everything on your must have list: Open concept floor plan, vaulted ceilings, stainless appliances, quartz counters, gas fireplace, laminate flooring and 2 car attached garage! Tucked away on a non-thru street, you’re just moments from the Birch Bay beaches, I-5 access and US/Canada borders. Easy to maintain flat lot provides privacy + room to relax/entertain. Birch Bay has exciting new changes on the horizon, don’t miss out!

1346 4th Street, Blaine • $320,000

COME SEE IT COMMUNITY TODAY! Jairo “JB” Batres • (360) 306-9029 BEACH ACCESS!

Linda Coyne 360-510-7670 7372 Birch Bay Drive $389,000

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LATITUDE 49! Newly listed!! Double-wide mfgd home on 180 day lot in gated community. 874 SF, 2-BD, 2-BA lrg living area and front deck. Plenty of parking; option to purchase the vacant lot next. Cash offers only!

SPACIOUS 3-BD 2-BA!

CLOSE TO THE BEACHES OF BIRCH BAY! Spacious well maintained 1,602 SF dbl-wide mfgd home. 3-BD, 2-BA recent paint, new appliances and carpet thru. Detached garage/shop/storage and ample parking including hook ups for RV parking.

Terry Conway • (360) 410-0503 9086 Pintail Loop, Semiahmoo PRICE REDUCED! $1,499,800

4 BED 3 BATH JACOB’S LANDING HOME! UNIT! Carl W. R. Dufton • (360) 815-6637 Christy Imperio • (360) 201-4100 8737 Charel Drive, Semiahmoo $849,000

Jeremy Porter • (360) 306-1794 4753 Tidal Way, Unit 103D, Birch Bay $289,900

JACOBS LANDING CONDOMINIUMS! New home in prime location. Master suite looks to creek, peek-a-boo view of the Bay from lrg eat-in-kitchen. Near state park, beach, cafes, restaurants. Adjacent lot is also available, see MLS #1325721.

Ruth Skeete • (360) 358-5075

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CeCelia Breivik 360-303-8161 4735 S Golf Course Dr., Birch Bay $489,000 BRAND NEW CUS-

AS GOOD AS IT GETS!

UNDER CONSTRUCTION! Completion September 2018! www.clubhousepoint.com

21 ACRES On Kickerville at Headwaters on Terrell Creek $200,000

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Heather Taylor • (425) 785-5771

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THE TIDES AT BIRCH BAY! New Craftsman-style cottage condos on 11 acres of hillside above bay. Over 1100 SF, with granite, rock gas FPs, SS, 2-BD, 1.75-BA, bonus loft & office/den +back deck overlooking Birch Creek. beach community!

Tonia Thrift • (360) 595-3257

2920 SF, 2-car garage & Casita 8778 Clubhouse Pt. • $799,500

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Semiahmoo Marina Slips for your yacht! $19,500 and up

WELCOME HOME! Expansive Water Views! Stunning home. Main floor Master w/thoughtful detail. Chef’s kitchen, dining/living designed for endless entertaining. HUGE media room +bonus room.

WATERFRONT AT SEMIAHMOO! In Drayton Cove neighborhood, custom view home. 7500 SF luxury, even includes nanny quarters! Indoor swimming pool/spa, wine cellar, lower level 2nd master!

Luxury single story townhomes on Semiahmoo’s emerald first fairway!

a boat, ask me about marina slips!

Some residential zoning, currently in open space, also in CREPS program. Earning roughly $3,000 per year. Owner contract is possible at 20% down, 6.5% 30 year Amortization. Wet lands credit transfer? Recreational? May be eligible for 503 use.

GROUND FLOOR & VIEW! Here it is! the one you have been waiting for. Use for yourself as a year round, weekend getaway or a rental with a view. This amazing condo is top shelf!

TOM! Ocean views, short walk to the beach! Gated community. 4-BD, 3-BA high quality construction in Sealinks. Covered deck, no backyard neighbors. Gourmet kit, 4th bdrm w/separate entry.

28 years experience. It’s a great time to buy Hugh Brawford

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8048 Donald Way, Blaine $249,000

Amy Bremer • (360) 961-0620 7806 Birch Bay Dr., #203, Birch Bay $215,000

49XX Henley Street Lot 13, Birch Bay $79,900 BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME

HERE! Level building lot in the Cottonwood district, for dream getaway or placing a mfgd home. Walking distance to the beaches, the waterslides, restaurants and shops.Hurry, it won’t last!

8105 Birch Bay Square St. I-5 Exit 270

4751 Birch Bay Lynden Road #61 $159,000

SPECTACULAR WATERVIEW HOME! – 2072 SF, 2-BD, 2.5-BA home, plus a 508 SF finished basement/bonus space could be used for office/den/rec room. Quality finishes!

MLS# 1266021

Great opportunity to buy a 36’ boat slip in Semiahmoo. J19 has easy access with a favored down-wind approach. Full service marina, secured gated access, power, water, fuel dock and shower/laundry facilities. Minutes from walking & cycling trails, Wi-Fi, patio for social events, yacht club, views of Mt Baker, Drayton Harbor & White Rock, B.C. An ideal location north of Seattle and just south of Vancouver. Great access to the Gulf Islands and the San Juans.

8045 Birch Bay Dr., Blaine, WA (360) 371-7252

8788 Charel Dr. Charel Terrace Neighborhood $548,000

LOCATED IN LATITUDE 49! Adorable 398 SF, 2-BD, 1-BA, park model on a 180 day corner lot in the gated community of Latitude 49. Carport addition, Latitude 49 amenities!

9540 Semiahmoo Parkway #J19 $16,500

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Leah Crews 360-305-4747

4751 Birch Bay Lynden Road #45, Birch Bay - $103,000

MLS# 1319205

Stunning southwest Drayton Harbor water views & walking distance to downtown Blaine - welcome home to the Garden Townhouses! Enter from your private garage or gated courtyard. Enjoy $45K of upgrades: granite counters, paint, tile work, trim + H20 tank. Water view master suite w/amazing bathroom; granite counters, oversized tub, slate shower & radiant flr heating. End unit w/3-BD/2-BA, enclosed main level sunroom + enclosed upper level deck = room for all!

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7806 Birch Bay Dr. #808 $185,000 MLS #1314860

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JACOB’S LANDING on Birch Bay. 2-BD, 1-BA condo. Walk the beach, go crabbing, boating golfing! Recent updates, high ceilings and wall-to-wall glass view! Indoor pool, racket ball court, outdoor tennis courts. Weekend retreat or full-time living! Close to Canadian border and I-5!

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Freeland & Associates, a Bellingham engineering firm, submitted a proposal to demolish the RV park and build three apartments buildings up to 35-feet tall, with about 39 units total. The project is called Sunset Bay apartments and is owned by Steve Taberner. The Andersons and their neighbors on Morgan Drive estimate – based on the height of a utility pole and nearby buildings –that Taberner’s buildings might completely block their view of the water. “It’s heartbreaking, really. The thought is just heartbreaking,” Anderson said. A few houses away, Steve Nelson would still have a view from his second story, but his first floor view would be gone, he said. Nelson, an accountant, has been involved with several Birch Bay development projects. “I recognize that people are entitled to do with their property as they wish,” he said. “I don’t think they’re entitled to harm me and the view.” Protecting the view Nelson, the Andersons, and several of their neighbors have sent letters to the county, which is taking public comments on the project until Friday, July 20. They’re hoping that language in the Birch Bay Community Plan, a framework for growth in Birch Bay that Whatcom County adopted in 2004, will affect the county’s assessment of the project. The community plan states in its “Shorelines and Shorelands” chapter that “multifamily housing should not obstruct or significantly limit views of the bay from existing development.” The county’s zoning code for Birch Bay, however, allows buildings up to 35 feet tall, as the Sunset Bay project proposes. It’s unclear how the community plan is applied to preserve views. Taberner, the property owner, said he isn’t surprised that neighbors are concerned with their views, but his plans stay within the limit of what county zoning allows. “I think anytime anything is done with any height, all the people above will be concerned with how it affects their view,” Taberner said. “All of our effort has been to stay within the regulations of what’s allowed.” Taberner bought the 2.5acre lot in 1997 and he’s always planned to develop it, he said. Over the years, he said he’s told his tenants, who are mostly seasonal, that the property will be developed at some point. Whatcom County’s public comment period on the project ends on July 20 and a hearing isn’t yet scheduled. The project requires a hearing for several reasons, including its size and proximity to the water.

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“At this point staff is reviewing the proposal and it is likely we will issue a Notice of Additional Requirements (NOAR) to clarify items before a hearing is scheduled,” said Whatcom County senior planner Amy Keenan in an email. Nelson hopes the county will require some revisions to the layout, height and roof design. “If they decided to reposition the buildings and use flat roofs, we wouldn’t be having this conversation, Nelson said. “It should be possible to do something that won’t block everyone’s view, is our point.”

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