WHATCOM COUNTY NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A MAJOR ZONING VARIANCE Notice is hereby given that on September 11, 2026, 7 Star Legacy LLC applied for a Major Zoning Variance under case number VAR-MAJ2026-00007. The application is a request to reduce the prescribed 20-foot front yard setback to 5-feet to accommodate the construction of a single-family residence. The application was determined complete on October 1, 2026, indicating that all submittal requirements were met. The subject property is located at 2671 Strawberry Shore Dr., within Section 36, Township 38, Range 03 East of W.M. Assessor's parcel number: 380336023240. 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 Sam McDaniel, the above address or at smcdanie@co.whatcom.wa.us, within 14 days of the publication of this notice. Written comments must be received by November 2, 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. IPL0381528 Oct 18 2026