HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRE23-000194_Meeting SummaryPREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR
Moorman Short Plat
PRE 23-000194
CITY OF RENTON
Department of Community & Economic Development
Planning Division
June 22, 2023
Contact Information:
Planner: Jill Ding, 425.430.6598, jding@rentonwa.gov
Public Works Plan Reviewer: Sam Morman, 425-430-7383, smorman@rentonwa.gov
Fire Prevention Reviewer: Corey Thomas, 425.276.9582, cthomas@RentonRFA.org
Building Department Reviewer: Rob Shuey, 425.430.7235
Please retain this packet throughout the course of your project as a reference. Consider
giving copies of it to any engineers, architects, and contractors who work on the
project. You will need to submit a copy of this packet when you apply for land use
and/or environmental permits.
Pre-screening: When you have the project application ready for submittal, call and
schedule an appointment with the project manager to have it pre-screened before
formal submittal.
The pre-application meeting is informal and non-binding. The comments provided on
the proposal are based on the codes and policies in effect at the time of review. The
applicant is cautioned that the development regulations are regularly amended and the
proposal will be formally reviewed under the regulations in effect at the time of project
submittal. The information contained in this summary is subject to modification and/or
concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Planning Director,
Development Services Director, Department of Community & Economic Development
Administrator, Public Works Administrator and City Council).
FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: June 12, 2023
TO: Jill Ding, Senior Planner
FROM: Corey Thomas, Plans Review Inspector
SUBJECT: Moorman Short Plat
1. The fire flow requirement for a single-family home is 1,000 gpm minimum
for dwellings up to 3,600 square feet (including garage and basements). If
the dwelling exceeds 3,600 square feet, a minimum of 1,500 gpm fire flow
would be required. A minimum of one fire hydrant is required within 300-
feet of the proposed buildings and two hydrants if the fire flow goes up to
1,500 gpm. Existing hydrants can be counted toward the requirements if
they meet current code including 5-inch storz fittings. Add a storz fitting to
the existing hydrant at the corner of S 19th St and Shattuck Ave S.
2. The fire impact fees are currently applicable at the rate of $829.77 per
single family unit. Credit will be granted for the removal of one existing
home.
3. Fire department apparatus access roadways are required to be a
minimum of 20-feet wide fully paved, with 25-feet inside and 45-feet
outside turning radius. Fire access roadways shall be constructed to
support a 30-ton vehicle with 75-psi point loading. Access is required
within 150 feet of all points on the buildings.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: June 22, 2023
TO: Jill Ding, Planner
FROM: Sam Morman, Civil Engineer
SUBJECT: Moorman Short Plat
2004 Shattuck Ave S
PRE23-000194
NOTE: The applicant is cautioned that information contained in this summary is preliminary and non-
binding and may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official City decision-makers. Review
comments may also need to be revised based on site planning and other design changes required by
City staff or made by the applicant.
I have completed a preliminary review for the above-referenced proposal located at parcel(s)
7222000382. The following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of
Renton by the applicant.
Water
1. The project is within the City of Renton’s water service area in the West Talbot Hill 300 Pressure Zone.
2. The static water pressure is approximately 64 psi at ground elevation of 152 feet.
3. There is an existing 8-inch water main located in Shattuck Ave S that can deliver a maximum flow
capacity of 2,000 GPM (see water plan No. W-113202).
4. Based on the review of project information submitted for the pre-application meeting, Renton
Regional Fire Authority has determined that the preliminary fire flow demand for single-family homes
is 1,000 GPM minimum for dwellings up to 3,600 square feet (including garage and basements). If the
dwelling exceeds 3,600 square feet, a minimum of 1,500 GPM fire flow would be required.
5. There is an existing ¾” meter serving the existing building (facility ID number MTR-008310).
6. A separate water service (1-inch) and meter is required for each new residence. The meters will be
installed by City forces and a water meter permit is required for each new 1-inch meter. The sizing of
the meter and of the private service line to the buildings shall be in accordance with the most recent
edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code. The existing ¾-inch meter and service line shall be cut and
capped at the main. A water meter permit is required.
7. Installation of hydrants and “storz” adapters for existing fire hydrants, as required. The location and
number of hydrants and adapters will be determined by the Fire Authority based on the final fire flow
demand and final site plan.
8. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
9. The development is subject to applicable water system development charges (SDC’s) and meter
installation fees based on the number and size of the meters for domestic uses and for fire sprinkler
use. The development is also subject to fees for water connections, cut and caps, and purity tests.
Current fees can be found in the 2023 Development Fees Document on the City’s website. Fees will
be charged based on the rate at the time of construction permit issuance.
• The SDC fee for water is based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the project.
The current water fee is $4,850.00 per 1-inch service.
• Water service installation charges for each proposed domestic water service is applicable.
Water Service installation is $2,875.00 per 1-inch service line.
• Drop-in meter fee is $400.00 per ¾-inch meter and $460.00 per 1-inch meter.
• If abandoned, a water system redevelopment credit will apply for the existing meter.
10. The full fee schedule can be found at: https://rentonwa.gov/city_hall/finance/budget
Sanitary Sewer
1. The project is within the City of Renton’s sanitary sewer service area.
2. There is an 8-inch gravity wastewater main located in Shattuck Ave S (see record drawing S-002207).
3. An existing 6-inch sewer stub serves the existing building. This stub connects to the main in Shatt uck
Ave S. The sewer stub needs to be inspected. If the City accepts the condition of the stub, the stub
may be reused (if PVC), or lined and reused (if concrete/clay) to serve lot 1.
4. Side sewers for lots 2 and 3 may connect to the main in Shattuck through a private side sewer
easement.
5. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
6. The development is subject to a wastewater system development charge (SDC) fee. SDC fee for sewer
is based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the project. Current fees can be found in the
2023 Development Fees Document on the City’s website. Fees will be charged based on the rate at
the time of construction permit issuance. A credit for one lot will be issued for the existing sewer
connection based upon the size of the existing domestic water meter. (Credit possibility exists for up
to 5 years after original house is cut and capped).
• The current sewer fee is $3,650.00 per 1-inch meter
• Final determination of applicable fees will be made after the water meter size has been
determined.
• The full fee schedule can be found at: https://rentonwa.gov/city_hall/finance/budget
Surface Water
1. There an existing 12-inch surface water main located on the east side of Shattuck Ave S (see record
drawing D-277101)
2. There an existing 18-inch surface water main located on the west side of Shattuck Ave S (see record
drawing R-23000C)
3. Critical areas on site that may affect stormwater review include landslide hazard and regulated (steep)
slopes.
4. Drainage plans and a drainage report complying with the adopted 2022 Renton Surface Water Design
Manual will be required. Refer to Figure 1.1.2.A – Flow Chart of the 2022 Renton Surface Water Design
Manual (RSWDM) to determine what type of drainage review is required for this site. The site falls
within the City’s Flow Control Duration Standard – Matching Forested Site Conditions. The site falls
within the Black River drainage basin.
5. The current Surface Water Standard Plans shall be used in all drainage plan submittals. The current
City of Renton Standard Details are available online in the City of Renton website
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=990403&dbid=0&repo=CityofRenton
6. If the new plus replaced pollution generating impervious surface exceeds 5,000 SF, the applicant will
be required to provide basic water quality treatment. Any proposed detention and/or water quality
vault shall be designed in accordance with the RSWDM that is current at the time of civil construction
permit application. Separate structural plans will be required to be submitted for review and approval
under a separate building permit for the detention and/or water quality vault.
7. Appropriate on-site BMPs satisfying Core Requirement #9 will be required to help mitigate the new
runoff created by this development to the maximum extent feasible. On-site BMPs shall be evaluated
as described in Section C.1.3 of the 2022 RSWDM. A preliminary drainage plan, including the
application of on-site BMPs, shall be included with the land use application, as applicable to the
project. The final drainage plan and drainage report must be submitted with the utility construction
permit application.
8. A geotechnical soils report for the site is required per the 2022 Renton Surface Water Design Manual
Section C.1.3. Information on the water table and soil permeability (measured infiltration rates), with
recommendations of appropriate on-site BMPs per Core Requirement #9 and Appendix C shall be
included in the report. The report should also include information concerning the soils, geology,
drainage patterns and vegetation present shall be presented in order to evaluate the drainage,
erosion control and slope stability for site development of the proposed plat. The applicant must
demonstrate the development will not result in soil erosion and sedimentation, landslide, slippage,
or excess surface water runoff.
9. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided.
10. The development is subject to a surface water system development charge (SDC) fees. Fees will be
charged based on the rate at the time of construction permit issuance.
• The current SDC fee for a single family residence is $2,300 per lot.
• The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=10067864&dbid=1&repo=CityofRenton
Transportation
1. Per City code 4-6-060 frontage improvements are required for new construction in excess of
$175,000. The proposed project fronts Shattuck Ave S to the west.
• Shattuck Ave S is classified as a residential access street, with an existing right-of-way (ROW)
width of approximately 40-feet with an existing paved width of approximately 21-feet. To
meet the City’s complete street standards for Residential Access streets, a minimum ROW
width of 53-feet is required. Per RMC 4-6-060 half of street improvements as taken from the
ROW centerline shall be required and include a 26-foot paved road (13-feet each side), a 0.5-
foot curb, an 8-foot planting strip, and a 5-foot sidewalk. Dedication of approximately 6.5-
feet will be required.
2. Undergrounding of all existing utilities (i.e. communications, power, etc.) is required on all frontages
per RMC 4-6-090.
3. Refer to City code 4-4-080 regarding driveway regulations.
• A minimum separation of 5-feet is required between driveway and the property line.
• Maximum driveway slopes shall not exceed 15%. Driveways exceeding 8% shall provide
slotted drains.
• The maximum width of single loaded garage driveway shall not exceed nine feet (9') and
double-loaded garage driveway shall not exceed sixteen feet (16').
4. Refer to city code 4-6-060 regarding shared driveways.
• Shared driveways shall be within a tract; the width of the tract and paved surface shall be a
minimum of sixteen feet (16'); the Fire Department may require the tract and paved surface
to be up to twenty feet (20') wide. If a shared driveway abuts properties that are not part of
the subdivision, an eight foot (8') wide landscaped strip shall be provided between the shared
driveway and neighboring properties. The landscape strip shall be within a tract and planted
with a mixture of trees, shrubs, and groundcover, as required in RMC 4-4-070. The shared
driveway may be required to include a turnaround per subsection H of this Section. No
sidewalks are required for shared driveways; however, drainage improvements pursuant to
City Code are required (i.e., collection and treatment of stormwater), as well as an approved
pavement thickness. The maximum grade for the shared driveway shall not exceed fifteen
percent (15%), except for within approved hillside subdivisions.
5. Street lighting is not required for projects that consists of less than 4 residential units.
6. Paving and trench restoration within the City of Renton right of way shall comply with the City’s Trench
Restoration and Street Overlay Requirements.
7. The development is subject to transportation impact fees. Fees will be charged based on the rate at
the time of building permit issuance.
• The 2023 transportation impact fee is $12,208.54 per single family home.
• The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=10067864&dbid=1&repo=CityofRenton
General Comments
1. If frontage improvements are required, all existing and proposed utility lines (i.e. electrical, phone, and
cable services, etc.) along property frontage or within the site must be underground as outlined in
RMC 4-6-090 – UTILITY LINES - UNDERGROUND INSTALLATION. The construction of these franchise
utilities must be inspected and approved by a City of Renton inspector.
2. Adequate separation between utilities as well as other features shall be provided in accordance with
code requirements.
a. 7-ft minimum horizontal and 1-ft vertical separation between storm and other utilities is
required with the exception of water lines which require 10-ft horizontal and 1.5-ft vertical.
b. The stormwater line should be minimum 5 feet away from any other structure or wall or
building.
c. Trench of any utility should not be in the zone of influence of the retaining wall or of the
building.
3. All construction utility permits for utility and street improvements will require separate plan
submittals. All utility plans shall confirm to the Renton Drafting Standards. A licensed Civil Engineer
shall prepare the civil plans. Please visit the Development Engineering Forms page for the most up-
to-date plan submittal requirements:
http://rentonwa.gov/business/default.aspx?id=42473
4. A landscaping plan shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate sheets.
5. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2023 only and will be assessed
based on the fee that is current at the time of the permit application or issuance, as applicable to the
permit type. Please visit www.rentonwa.gov for the current development fee schedule.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: June 22, 2023
TO: Pre-Application File No. 23-000194
FROM: Jill Ding, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Moorman Short Plat
2004 Shattuck Morris Ave S
(Parcel no. 7222000382)
General: We have completed a preliminary review of the pre-application for the above-referenced development
proposal. The following comments on development and permitting issues are based on the pre-application
submittals made to the City of Renton by the applicant and the codes in effect on the date of review. The
applicant is cautioned that information contained in this summary may be subject to modification and/or
concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Community & Economic Development
Administrator, Public Works Administrator, and City Council). Review comments may also need to be revised
based on site planning and other design changes required by City staff or made by the applicant. The applicant is
encouraged to review all applicable sections of the Renton Municipal Code. The Development Regulations are
available online at https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/.
Project Proposal: The applicant is proposing to subdivide an existing triangularly shaped parcel into three lots,
one shared driveway tract (Tract A), and one landscape tract (Tract A1). The project site is located on the east side
of Shattuck Ave S at 2004 Shattuck Ave S (parcel no. 7222000382). An existing single family residence is proposed
for removal. The project site totals approximately 22,440 square feet (0.52 acres) in area. The site has a
Comprehensive Plan Land Use of Designation of Residential Medium Density and a zoning designation of
Residential-8 (R-8). The proposed lot sizes are 5,486 sq. ft. for Lot 1, 5,088 sq. ft. for Lot 2, and 6,838 sq. ft. for Lot
3. Access to the proposed lots is proposed via a 20-foot wide shared driveway tract (Tract A) off Shattuck Ave S. A
moderate coal mine hazard and slopes with grades less than twenty five percent (25%) are mapped on the project
site.
Current Use: The project site is currently developed with an existing single family residence proposed for removal.
Zoning/Density Requirements: The subject property is located within the R-8 zoning classification. The density
range allowed in the R-8 zone is a minimum of 4.0 to a maximum of 8.0 dwelling units per one net acre. The
Residential Medium Density Land Use designation is intended to create opportunities for new single family
residential neighborhoods and to facilitate high-quality infill development that promotes reinvestment in existing
single family neighborhoods. Detached single family residential dwelling units are permitted uses within the R-8
zoning designation.
The area of public and private streets (including driveway tracts and private access easements) and critical areas
would be deducted from the gross site area to determine the “net” site area prior to calculating density. After the
deduction of 881 sq. ft. of right-of-way dedication and the 3,073 sq. ft. share driveway from the 22,440 sq. ft.
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gross site area, the proposal would have a net area of 18,486 sq. ft. or 0.42 acres. The proposal for 3 lots on the
0.42 acres site would arrive at a net density of 7.14 du/ac (3 lots / 0.42 acres = 7.14 du/ac), which is within the
permitted density range. Calculations for minimum or maximum density which result in a fraction that is one-half
(0.50) or greater shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. Those density calculations resulting in a
fraction that is less than one-half (0.50) shall be rounded down to the nearest whole number. A Density Worksheet
demonstrating compliance with the net density requirements would be required at the time of formal short plat
application.
Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-110A, “Development Standards for Single
Family Zoning Designations” effective at the time of complete application (noted as “R-8 standards” herein)
Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth – The minimum lot size permitted in the R-8 zone is 5,000 square feet for
parcels being subdivided. Minimum lot width is 50 feet for interior lots and 60 feet for corner lots; minimum lot
depth is 80 feet. Please note that for short plats of parcels smaller than one acre, one parcel may be allowed to
be smaller than the required minimum lot size, if all other parcels meet the required minimum lot size standard
of the zone. In the R-8 zone, one parcel may be allowed to be four thousand five hundred (4,500) square feet.
Lot depth shall be the horizontal distance between the front and rear lot lines, measured from midpoint to
midpoint; except in the case of irregularly shaped lots. For irregularly shaped lots and lots without an obvious rear
lot line, the lot depth shall be measured to the midpoint of an imaginary line at least fifteen feet (15') in length
located entirely within the lot and farthest removed and parallel to the front lot line or its tangent.
Width of a lot shall be measured perpendicular to and at the midpoint of the line used to determine lot depth.
Lots 1 and 2 appear to comply with the minimum lot size, width and depth requirements of the R -8 zone. It is
unclear if Lot 3 would comply with the minimum lot width requirements. The applicant would be required to
demonstrate that all proposed lots would comply with the lot size width and depth requirement of the R-8 zone
at the time of formal short plat application.
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Building Standards – The R-8 standards allow a maximum building coverage of 50% of the lot area. The maximum
impervious coverage in the R-8 zone is 65%. The maximum wall plate height is restricted to 24 feet, and the
buildings shall be not more than two stories. Roofs with a pitch equal to or greater than 4:12 may project an
additional six (6) vertical feet from the maximum wall plate height; common rooftop features, such as chimneys,
may project an additional four (4) vertical feet from the roof surface. Non-exempt vertical projections (e.g., decks,
railings, etc.) shall not extend above the maximum wall plate height unless the projection is stepped back one-
and-a-half (1.5) horizontal feet from each façade for each one (1) vertical foot above the maximum wall plate
height. Detached accessory structures must remain below a height of 15 feet. The gross floor area must be less
than that of the primary structure. Accessory structures, except Accessory Dwelling Units, are also included in
building lot coverage calculations. Compliance with the building standards for the new single-family residences
would be required to be demonstrated at the time of building permit review.
Setbacks – Setbacks are the minimum required distance between the building footprint and the property line. The
required setbacks for the R-8 zone are: Front yard: 20 feet for the primary structure; Rear yard: 25 feet; Side yards:
5 feet; and Secondary Front yard: 15 feet. Corner lots required to have a front yard and a secondary front yard
are relieved of the requirement to have a rear yard; in place of a rear yard setback, the side yard setback of the
zone shall apply. Please note that lots with frontage on both a public street and a shared driveway or private
street are classified as corner lots and therefore are subject to corner lot yard standards.
Compliance with the setbacks for the proposed new single-family homes would be verified at the time of
building permit review.
Access/Driveways/Parking: Access to the proposed lots would be provided via a twenty foot (20’) wide shared
driveway off Shattuck Ave S. Shared driveways may be allowed for access to four (4) or fewer residential lots,
provided:
a. At least one of the four (4) lots abuts a public right-of-way and the street frontage of the lot is equal to or
greater than the lot width requirement of the zone;
b. The subject lots are not created by a subdivision of ten (10) or more lots;
c. A public street is not anticipated by the City of Renton to be necessary for existing or future traffic and/or
pedestrian circulation through the short subdivision or to serve adjacent property;
d. The shared driveway would not adversely affect future circulation to neighboring properties;
e. The shared driveway is no more than three hundred feet (300') in length; and
f. The shared driveway poses no safety risk and provides sufficient access for emergency vehicles and
personnel.
Shared driveways shall be within a tract; the width of the tract and paved surface shall be a minimum of sixteen
feet (16'); the Fire Department may require the tract and paved surface to be up to twenty feet (20') wide. If a
shared driveway abuts properties that are not part of the subdivision, an eight foot (8') wide landscaped strip shall
be provided between the shared driveway and neighboring properties. The landscape strip shall be within a tract
and planted with a mixture of trees, shrubs, and groundcover. The shared driveway may be required to include a
turnaround per subsection H of RMC 4-6-060. The maximum grade for the shared driveway shall not exceed fifteen
percent (15%), except for within approved hillside subdivisions. The maximum driveway slopes cannot exceed
15%. If the grade exceeds 15%, a variance is required.
The maximum width of single loaded garage driveways shall not exceed 9 feet and double loaded garage
driveways shall not exceed 16 feet. Compliance with driveway standards would be verified at the time of building
permit review. Each lot is required to accommodate off street parking for a minimum of two vehicles.
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The applicant shall demonstrate compliance with the shared driveway and access standards at the time of
formal short plat application. Compliance with individual driveway and parking standards would be verified at
the time of building permit review.
Fences/Walls: If the applicant intends to install any fences or retaining walls as part of this project, the location
must be designated on the landscape plan or grading plan. A fence and/or wall detail should also be included on
the plan. A retaining wall that is 4 feet or taller, as measured by the vertical distance from the bottom of the
footing to the finish grade at the top of the wall requires a building permit. A fence shall not be constructed on
top of a retaining wall unless the total combined height of the retaining wall and the fence does not exceed the
allowed height of a standalone fence. For more information about fences and retaining walls refer to RMC 4-4-
040.
Landscaping: With the exception of critical areas, all pervious area shall have landscape treatment. Landscaping
may include hardscape such as decorative paving, rock outcroppings, fountains, plant containers, etc. Ten feet
(10') of on-site landscaping is required along all public street frontages. Where there is insufficient right-of-way
space or no public frontage, street trees are required in the front yard subject to approval of the Administrator. A
minimum of two (2) trees are to be located in the front yard prior to final inspection. A conceptual landscape plan
shall be provided with the formal land use application as prepared by a registered Landscape Architect or other
certified professional.
Significant Tree Retention: Application materials identify that there are mature trees on the site. When significant
trees (greater than 6-inch caliper or 8-caliper inches for alders and cottonwoods) are proposed to be removed, a
tree inventory and a tree retention plan along with an arborist report, tree retention plan and tree retention
worksheet shall be provided with the formal land use application as defined in RMC 4-8-120. The tree retention
plan must show preservation of at least 30% of significant trees. Please refer to RMC 4-4-130, Tree Retention and
Land Clearing Regulations for further general and specific tree retention and land clearing requirements.
In addition to retaining a minimum of 30% of existing significant trees, each new lot would be required to provide
a minimum tree density of 30 tree credits per net acre. Tree credits encourage retention of existing significant
trees with larger trees being worth more tree credits.
TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS
New small species tree 0.25
New medium species tree 1
New large species tree 2
Preserved tree 6 – 9 caliper inches 4
Preserved tree 10 – 12 caliper inches 5
Preserved tree 12 – 15 caliper inches 6
Preserved tree 16 – 18 caliper inches 7
Preserved tree 19 – 21 caliper inches 8
Preserved tree 22 – 24 caliper inches 9
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TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS
Preserved tree 25 – 28 caliper inches 10
Preserved tree 29 – 32 caliper inches 11
Preserved tree 33 – 36 caliper inches 12
Preserved tree 37 caliper inches and
greater
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Significant trees shall be retained in the following priority order:
Priority One: Landmark trees; significant trees that form a continuous canopy; significant trees on slopes greater
than twenty percent (20%); significant trees adjacent to critical areas and their associated buffers; significant trees
over sixty feet (60') in height or greater than eighteen inches (18") caliper; and trees that shelter interior trees or
trees on abutting properties from strong winds, which could otherwise allow such sheltered trees to be blown
down if removed.
Priority Two: Healthy tree groupings whose associated undergrowth can be preserved; other significant native
evergreen or deciduous trees; and other significant non-native trees.
Priority Three: Alders and cottonwoods shall be retained when all other trees have been evaluated for retention
and are not able to be retained, unless the alders and/ or cottonwoods are used as part of an approved
enhancement project within a critical area or its buffer.
The Administrator may require independent review of any land use application that involves tree removal and
land clearing at the City's discretion.
The Administrator may authorize the planting of replacement trees on the site if it can be demonstrated to the
Administrator's satisfaction that replacement requirements in RMC 4-4-130H1e can be met.
Tree retention standards shall be applied to the developable area, as defined in RMC 4-11-040, Definitions D, of
a property. A formal tree retention plan and tree retention worksheet prepared by an arborist or landscape
architect would be reviewed at the time of the land use application.
Residential Design and Open Space Standards: All single family residences would be subject to the Residential
Design Standards for the R-8 zone, outlined in RMC 4-2-115. Residential Design Review occurs as part of the
Building Permit Review.
Critical Areas: Slopes with grades less than twenty five percent (25%) and a moderate coal mine hazard are
mapped on the project site. Slopes with grades less than twenty five percent (25%) are not regulated critical areas.
A coal mine hazard analysis would be required for the coal mine hazard area and would be required to be
submitted as part of the formal short plat application.
Environmental Review: Except when located in sensitive areas (such as wetland or protected slopes) or lands
covered by water, short plats of 9 or fewer residential lots are categorically exempt from Environmental (SEPA)
Review.
Permit Requirements: The proposal would require administrative short plat approval. The application would be
reviewed within an estimated time frame of six to eight weeks. The 2023 administrative short plat application fee
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is $5,680.50 ($5,410.00 each plus a 5% Technology Surcharge Fee). Each modification request is $273.00 ($260.00
each plus a 5% Technology Surcharge Fee). All fees are subject to change. Detailed information regarding the land
use application submittal can be found on the City’s new website by clicking “Land Use Applications” on the
Community & Economic Development page, then “All Forms (A to Z).” The City now requires electronic plan
submittal for all applications.
Once Preliminary Short Plat approval is obtained, the applicant must complete the required improvements and
dedications, as well as satisfy any conditions of the preliminary approval before submitting for Final Short Plat
review. Once final approval is received, the plat may be recorded. The newly created lots may only be so ld after
the plat has been recorded. In addition to the required land use permits, separate construction and building
permits would be required.
Public Notice: A minimum of one Public Information Sign is required for a Short Plat application. The applicant is
responsible for the procurement, installation and maintenance of the sign. Detailed information regarding the
land use application submittal requirements is provided on the City of Renton website (www.rentonwa.gov).
Fees: In addition to the applicable building and construction fees, impact fees would be required. Such fees would
apply to all projects and would be calculated at the time of building permit issuance and payable prior to building
permit issuance. The 2023 impact fees are as follows:
• A Transportation Impact Fee based on $ 12,208.54per each new detached dwelling unit.
• A Parks Impact Fee based on $3,276.44 per each new detached dwelling unit.
• A Fire Impact fee of $829.77 per each new detached dwelling unit.
• Renton School District Impact Fee is $2,911.00 per each new detached dwelling unit (plus an additional 5%
service fee).
A handout listing Renton’s development-related fees is available on the City of Renton website for your review.
Note: When the formal application materials are complete, the applicant shall have the application materials
pre-screened prior to submitting the complete application package. Please contact Jill Ding, Senior Planner at
jding@rentonwa.gov or 425-430-6598.
Expiration: Upon approval, the Short Plat is valid for five years with a possible one year extension (RMC 4-7-070M).
It is the responsibility of the owner to monitor the expiration date.