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Alternative Methods and Materials Request Application An Alternative Methods and Materials Request (AMR) is used to deviate from City of Puyallup design standards. The City of Puyallup’s design standards are MINIMUM requirements and are considered to be fair, reasonable and promote public safety. The applicant is obligated to assure City Staff this request as necessary, justifiable and will not reduce public safety. Alternative Methods and Materials Request Application – June 2023 Page 1 of 4 Development Services 333 S. Meridian Puyallup, WA 98371 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] www.cityofpuyallup.org Application Fees • Alternative Methods Application Fee: $250 Effective Per 4/1/23 City of Puyallup Fee Schedule Submittal Instructions Create an account at or Sign into the CityView Portal Select “Apply for an Engineering Permit” From the Choose Application Type drop down list, select “Alternative Methods/ Materials Request”. Fill out all sections of the online form and upload all required documents. Note: Failure to upload all the required documents for Step 7 Upload Files may delay the processing of your application. Project Information Site Address: Parcel Zoning: Project Name: Land Use Application Building Application Owner Information Name: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip Code: Phone: E-mail: Applicant Information Name: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip Code: Phone: E-mail: 1 2 3 ---PAGE BREAK--- Alternative Methods and Materials Request Application Alternative Methods and Materials Request Application – June 2023 Page 2 of 4 Development Services 333 S. Meridian Puyallup, WA 98371 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] www.cityofpuyallup.org Contractor Information Name: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip Code: Phone: E-mail: Engineer/Architect Information Name: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip Code: Phone: E-mail: Address items 1-9 below. If additional reports, supporting documents and attachments are necessary to clarify/support this request, material shall be listed in item 9 and referenced within items 1-9: 1. Describe the proposed deviation request. (What requirements is the project seeking relief from?) 2. Describe how the proposed deviation request is based on sound engineering principles. (Explain how the granting of this modification will not result in risk or harm related to traffic, storm drainage, water, sanitary sewer, transportation, fire protection or structural matters) 3. Describe how a strict application of the requirement would impose an undue hardship on the applicant. What makes the project in question unique from others to allow a deviation from city standards? 4. Describe how the requirements for safety, environmental considerations, function, appearance, and maintainability would be fully met, assuming the granting of your request. Deviation Justification ---PAGE BREAK--- Alternative Methods and Materials Request Application Alternative Methods and Materials Request Application – June 2023 Page 3 of 4 Development Services 333 S. Meridian Puyallup, WA 98371 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] www.cityofpuyallup.org 5. Describe how granting the modification provides adequate protection of public health, safety, and welfare 6. Does this request require different maintenance cycles, equipment, or skills? 7. Does this request provide for a service life equal to or greater than the City Requirement? 8. Describe how the granting of the proposed modification will be in the best interest of the public. 9. List reports, supporting documentation and attachments accompanying this request: Use the check boxes below to ensure the following documents are submitted as applicable at the time of application ☐ 1. Completed and Signed Alternative Methods and Materials Request Application ☐ 2. Site Plan and/or and other technical documents to support the deviation request Certification I certify that I have read this application and declare under penalty of perjury that the information contained herein is correct and complete. Signature of Applicant: Date: Submittal Checklist SIGN ---PAGE BREAK--- Alternative Methods and Materials Request Application Alternative Methods and Materials Request Application – June 2023 Page 4 of 4 Development Services 333 S. Meridian Puyallup, WA 98371 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] www.cityofpuyallup.org THIS SHEET IS FOR CITY USE ONLY CITY DEPARTMENT APPROVED DENIED DATE Development Engineering Conditions: Planning Conditions: Traffic Engineering Conditions: Public Works - Streets Conditions: Public Works - Water Conditions: Public Works - Collections Conditions: Stormwater Engineering Conditions: Fire Code Official Conditions: Miscellaneous Conditions: APPROVED DENIED DATE City Engineer Development Engineering Manager Conditions of Approval: Reasoning for Denial: