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A. Building height shall be measured vertically from the average city-approved finish grade to the highest point of the structure.

B. The average city-approved finish grade shall be measured by first delineating the smallest rectangle which can enclose the building and then averaging the existing ground elevations taken at the midpoint of each side of the rectangle. In the event the midpoint of the rectangle drawn is not located on the subject property, the measurement point shall be determined by establishing the midpoint of the property line where it intersects the rectangle.

C. Submittal Requirements.

1. The site plan shall indicate the existing ground elevations and proposed finish grades, as determined by a licensed land surveyor.

2. Building elevations or sections shall be provided for all sides of the building.

D. Compliance with the height requirement shall be determined by:

1. Review of building permit plans, including a site plan indicating existing and proposed finished grades and building footprint, and elevations for each side of the structure; and

2. Field verification at the completion of building framing. On sloping lots or when the structure is within two feet of the height limit, certification by a licensed surveyor is required. On all other structures, verification shall be provided to the building official as required at the time of the framing inspection. (Ord. 1980 § 2, 2007; Ord. 1815 § 1, 2000; Ord. 1798 § 1, 2000; Ord. 1629 § 1, 1996. Formerly 12.14.120).