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trees or broadleaf evergreens, which will remain after development occurs on the site from which the shade is originating. 1. Shade from existing or approved off -site buildings or structures and from topographic features is assumed to remain after development of the site. 2. Shade from vacant developable areas off -site is assumed to be the shadow pattern that would result from the largest building allowed at the closest setback allowed on adjoining land, whether or not that building now exists. 3. Shade from coniferous trees or broadleaf evergreens is assumed to remain after development of the site if that vegetation is situated in a required setback; or part of a developed area, public park, or legally reserved open space; or part of landscaping or other features required pursuant to this land use code. (c) Existing on -site shade The site, or portion of the site for which the exception is sought complies with at least one of the following: 1. The site is within the shadow pattern of on -site features such as, but not limited to, buildings and topography which will remain after the development occurs. 2. The site contains coniferous trees or broadleaf evergreens at least 30 feet tall and more than 8 inches in diameter measured four feet above the ground which have a crown Cover over at least 80 percent of the site or relevant portion. The applicant can show such crown cover exists using a scaled survey or an aerial photograph. If granted, the exemption shall be approved subject to the condition that the applicant preserve at least 50 percent of the non -solar friendly vegetation that cause the shade that warrants the exemption. The applicant shall file a note on the plat or documents in the office of the county recorder binding the applicant to comply with this requirement. (d) Housing-Mix. The lot is designated for a housing type other than one - family detached dwellings in a proposed subdivision that identifies at least 10% of the lots for a housing type other than one - family detached dwellings. 9.2795 Solar Setback Standards (1) Applicability. These standards apply to all structures on R -1 and R -2 zoned lots, 4000 square feet or greater, with a minimum north -south dimension of 75 feet. (2) Solar Setback Requirements. Buildings shall be setback from the northern property line according to the standards in this section. An applicant for a development permit for a building subject to this section shall submit verification on a form approved by the city manager that shows either the solar Ordinance - 116