WHATCOM COUNTY NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AN ADMINISTRATIVE USE PERMIT Notice is hereby given that on MARCH 19, 2026, JAMES & CARRIE RASMUSSEN applied for a ADMINISTRATIVE USE PERMIT (ADM) under case number ADM2026-00006 to permit the construction of a 1,668 square foot attached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) as part of a larger project to redevelop the property located at 348 West Wiser Lake Road. The existing single-family residence on the property will be demolished and replaced with a new single-family residence as part of the project, with both new homes being served by the Pole Road Water Association's public water system, and a shared septic system. Additionally, an existing driveway will be extended to serve both residences. The application was determined complete on April 9, 2026, indicating that all submittal requirements were met. The subject property is located at 348 West Wiser Lake Road outside of Ferndale, Washington, within Section 36, Township 40 North, Range 02 East of W.M. Assessor's parcel number: 400235-215080. The application will be reviewed under the Official Whatcom County Zoning and Critical Areas Ordinances, as well as reviews by Whatcom County Planning and Development Services (Fire Marshal's Office, Natural Resources and Planning), Public Works Engineering and Health Department. The file and supporting documents may be reviewed at Whatcom County Planning and Development Services, 5280 Northwest Drive, Bellingham, WA 98226. Any person may submit written comments to DAVID LUKACZER, the above address or at dlukacze@co.whatcom.wa.us, within 14 days of the publication of this notice. Written comments must be received by April 29, 2026. Any person has the right to receive notice of and participate in any hearings, request a copy of the decision once made, and to appeal a decision when allowed by law. In addition, any person wishing to receive personal notice of any decisions or hearings must notify the department to receive such notice. IPL0330965 Apr 15 2026