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October 9, 2023
David Boileau
Sitts & Hill Engineers, Inc.
4815 Center Street
Tacoma, WA 98409
SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL THRESHOLD (SEPA) DETERMINATION
PR23-000139 SW Grady Office and Shop Building, LUA23-000300, ECF, SA-A, MOD
Dear Mr. Boileau,
This letter is written on behalf of the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) to advise you that they have
completed their review of the subject project and have issued a threshold Determination of Significance. Please
refer to the enclosed ERC Report and Decision for more details.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on October 23,
2023. Appeals must be submitted electronically to the City Clerk at cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or delivered to City
Hall 1st floor Lobby Hub Monday through Friday. The appeal fee, normally due at the time an appeal is submitted,
will be collected at a future date if your appeal is submitted electronically. The appeal submitted in person may
be paid on the first floor in our Finance Department. Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-
110 and additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office,
cityclerk@rentonwa.gov.
If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing date will be set and all parties notified. If you
have any questions or desire clarification of the above, please reach me at cclose@rentonwa.gov or at (425) 430-
7289.
For the Environmental Review Committee,
Clark H. Close
Principal Planner
Enclosure
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057 | 425-430-7200, ext. 2
www.rentonwa.gov
OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE-
MITIGATED (DNS-M)
DNS-M: The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee (ERC) has determined that the proposed action has
probable significant impacts that can be mitigated through mitigation measures. This DNS-M is issued after using the
optional DNS process in WAC 197-11-355. There is no further comment period.
DATE OF NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION:
October 9, 2023
PROJECT NAME/NUMBER:SW Grady Office and Shop Building / LUA23-
000300, ECF, SA-A, MOD
PROJECT LOCATION:1404 SW Grady Way (APN 2423049061)
APPLICANT/PROJECT CONTACT PERSON:David Boileau, Sitts & Hill Engineers, Inc. / 4815 Center St, Tacoma, WA
98409 / davidb@sittshill.com
LOCATION WHERE APPLICATION MAY BE
REVIEWED:
Applicant documents are available online through the City of Renton
Document Center website. See also rebrand.ly/k70ykgi
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting administrative site plan review, environmental
(SEPA) review, and a street modification to construct a 9,418 square foot one-story office and shop building at 1404 SW
Grady Way (APN 2423049061). The subject property is approximately 27,175 square feet (0.62 acres) and is located
within the Medium Industrial (IM) zoning designation. The site is mostly impervious surfaces and the applicant is
proposing to retain the existing 1,520 square foot building during construction of the new building for material storage.
After construction, the material would be relocated to the new building and the existing building would be demolished.
In addition to the new building, the site work would include a vehicle parking, pedestrian walkway, landscaping, and
other associated utility improvements. Once the site work has been completed, approximately 85% of the property
would be covered with impervious surfaces. Access to the property is from SW Grady Way.
The site is relatively flat. Grading would include 10 cubic yards of cut and 1,210 cubic yards of fill from a local gravel pit.
The applicant is proposing a street modification to retain the existing curb and gutter, sidewalk, and landscaping along
the project frontage. One (1) significant tree would be removed and replaced. The City’s mapping system has identified
the subject property is within a high seismic hazard area and the northeast corner of the parcel in within the 100-year
special flood hazard area (FEMA Zone – AE). The applicant submitted a geotechnical report, technical information report,
traffic letter, and an arborist report.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on October 23, 2023. Due
to the ongoing state of emergency enacted by Governor’s Proclamation 20-28.14 (and as amended), the City Clerk’s
Office is working remotely. For that reason, appeals must be submitted electronically to the City Clerk at
cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or delivered to City Hall 1st floor Lobby Hub Monday through Friday. The appeal fee, normally
due at the time an appeal is submitted, will be collected at a future date if your appeal is submitted electronically.
Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and additional information regarding the appeal process
may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, cityclerk@rentonwa.gov.
PUBLIC HEARING: If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing will be set and all parties notified.
NOTICE
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SIGNATURES:
Martin Pastucha, Administrator
Public Works Administrator, Chair
Date Anjela Barton, Fire Marshal
Renton Regional Fire Authority
Date
Maryjane Van Cleave, Interim Administrator
Parks and Recreation Department
Date Vanessa Dolbee, Interim Administrator Date
Community and Economic Development
ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE-MITIGATED (DNS-M)
PROJECT NUMBERS: PR23-000139 / LUA23-000300, ECF, SA-A, MOD
APPLICANT: David Boileau, Sitts & Hill Engineers, Inc. / 4815 Center Street, Tacoma, WA 98409
PROJECT NAME: SW Grady Office and Shop Building
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting administrative site plan review, environmental (SEPA) review, and a
street modification to construct a 9,418 square foot one-story office and shop building at 1404 SW Grady Way (APN 2423049061). The
subject property is approximately 27,175 square feet (0.62 acres) and is located within the Medium Industrial (IM) zoning designation.
The site is mostly impervious surfaces and the applicant is proposing to retain the existing 1,520 square foot building during construction of the new building for material storage. After construction, the material would be relocated to the new building and the
existing building would be demolished. In addition to the new building, the site work would include a vehicle parking, pedestrian
walkway, landscaping, and other associated utility improvements. Once the site work has been completed, approximately 85% of the
property would be covered with impervious surfaces. Access to the property is from SW Grady Way.
The site is relatively flat. Grading would include 10 cubic yards of cut and 1,210 cubic yards of fill from a local gravel pit. The applicant
is proposing a street modification to retain the existing curb and gutter, sidewalk, and landscaping along the project frontage. One (1)
significant tree would be removed and replaced. The City’s mapping system has identified the subject property is within a high seismic
hazard area and the northeast corner of the parcel in within the 100-year special flood hazard area (FEMA Zone – AE). The applicant
submitted a geotechnical report, technical information report, traffic letter, and an arborist report.
PROJECT LOCATION: 1404 SW Grady Way (APN 2423049061)
LEAD AGENCY: City of Renton
Environmental Review Committee
Department of Community & Economic Development
The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse
impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This
Determination of Non-Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be
involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on October 23, 2023.
Appeals must be submitted electronically to the City Clerk at cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or delivered to City Hall 1st floor
Lobby Hub Monday through Friday. The appeal fee, normally due at the time an appeal is submitted, will be collected at
a future date if your appeal is submitted electronically. The appeal submitted in person may be paid on the first floor in
our Finance Department. Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and additional information
regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, cityclerk@rentonwa.gov.
DATE OF DECISION: October 9, 2023
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ADVISORY NOTES TO APPLICANT
The following notes are supplemental information provided in conjunction with the administrative land use
action. Because these notes are provided as information only, they are not subject to the appeal process for
the land use action.
Planning:
(Contact: Clark Close, 425-430-7289, cclose@rentonwa.gov)
1. RMC section 4-4-030C.2 limits haul hours between 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday unless
otherwise approved by the Development Services Division.
2. Commercial and other nonresidential construction activities shall be restricted to the hours between
seven o’clock (7:00) a.m. and eight o’clock (8:00) p.m., Monday through Friday. Work on Saturdays shall
be restricted to the hours between nine o’clock (9:00) a.m. and eight o’clock (8:00) p.m. No work shall
be permitted on Sundays.
3. Within thirty (30) days of completion of grading work, the applicant shall hydroseed or plant an
appropriate ground cover over any portion of the site that is graded or cleared of vegetation and where
no further construction work will occur within ninety (90) days. Alternative measures such as mulch,
sodding, or plastic covering as specified in the current King County Surface Water Management Design
Manual as adopted by the City of Renton may be proposed between the dates of November 1st and
March 31st of each year. The Development Services Division’s approval of this work is required prior to
final inspection and approval of the permit.
4. The applicant may not fill, excavate, stack or store any equipment, dispose of any materials, supplies or
fluids, operate any equipment, install impervious surfaces, or compact the earth in any way within the
area defined by the drip line of any tree to be retained.
5. The applicant shall erect and maintain six foot (6') high chain link temporary construction fencing around
the drip lines of all retained trees, or along the perimeter of a stand of retained trees. Placards shall be
placed on fencing every fifty feet (50') indicating the words, “NO TRESPASSING – Protected Trees” or on
each side of the fencing if less than fifty feet (50'). Site access to individually protected trees or groups
of trees shall be fenced and signed. Individual trees shall be fenced on four (4) sides. In addition, the
applicant shall provide supervision whenever equipment or trucks are moving near trees.
6. This permit is shall comply with the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. The permitted is responsible
for adhering to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Bald Eagle Management Guidelines (2007) and
/or your U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service permit.
Development Engineering:
(Contact: Yong Qi, 425-430-7439, yqi@rentonwa.gov)
1. See Attached Development Engineering Memo dated September 25, 2023.
Fire Authority:
(Contact: Corey Thomas, 425-276-9582, cthomas@rentonrfa.org)
1. Environmental Impact Comments:
a. Fire impact fees for office space is applicable at the rate of $0.26 per square foot and $0.15 for
garage space per square foot. Credit is given if any existing building is removed. This fee is paid
at the time of building permit issuance.
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2. Fire Code Comments:
a. The preliminary fire flow is 1,750 gpm for a fire sprinklered building. A minimum of two fire
hydrants are required. One within 150-feet and one within 300-feet of the building. One
hydrant is required within 50 feet of the fire sprinkler fire department connection.
b. Approved fire sprinkler and alarm systems are required throughout the building. Fire alarm
systems are required to be fully addressable and full detection is required. Separate plans and
permits required by the fire department. The threshold for fire alarm systems is 3,000 square
feet. Direct outside access is required to the fire sprinkler control room.
c. Fire department apparatus access roadways are required. Fire lanes are required to meet 20-
feet width with 25-foot inside and 45-feet outside turning radius. Roadways shall support a
minimum of a 30-ton vehicle and 75-psi point loading. Fire Lane signage required for onsite
roadways. Access is required to be within 150 feet of all points of all the buildings.
Technical Services:
(Contact: Stephanie Rary, 425-430-6592, srary@rentonwa.gov)
1. No comments at this time.
Community Services:
(Contact: Ian Gray, 425-430-6601, igray@rentonwa.gov)
1. No comments at this time.
Police:
(Contact: Sandra Havlik, 425-430-7520, shavlik@rentonwa.gov)
1. No comments at this time.
Building:
(Contact: Rob Shuey, 425-430-7290, rshuey@rentonwa.gov)
1. Recommendations of the geotechnical report must be followed as a condition of building permits.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: September 25, 2023
TO: Clark Close, Principal Planner
FROM: Yong Qi, Development Engineer
SUBJECT: SW Grady Office and Shop Building
1404 SW Grady Way, Renton, WA 98055
LUA23-000300
I have reviewed the application for the SW Grady Office and Shop Building located at parcel #2423049061
and have the following comments:
EXISTING CONDITIONS:
WATER: The proposed project is within the City of Renton’s water service area and in the Valley 196
Pressure Zone. Below is a summary of the existing water system in the project vicinity:
1. There is an existing 12-inch DI water main (Record Dwg: W-190404) that transitions to a 10” CI
water main (Record Dwg: W-034003) located on the north side of SW Grady Way. The water
main can deliver a maximum flow rate of 3,600 gallons per minute. The static water pressure is
approximately 75 psi at ground elevation 22 feet.
2. There is an existing water service line and ¾” meter setter (without a meter) in front of the
property which will need to be cut and cap at the main line. A city permit for the cut and cap of
the service is required for this work.
3. There is an existing fire hydrant adjacent to the south of the site within the SW Grady Way
(Hydrant ID No. HYD-SW-00149). Please refer to the Renton Regional Fire Authority (RRFA) for
fire hydrant requirements.
SEWER: There is an existing King County private 8’’ PVC gravity wastewater main and associated sewer
manholes (Record Dwg: S-044001) adjacent to the north property line of the project site within King
County wastewater vacant land (Parcel No. 2423049125).
STORM DRAINAGE: There is an 18-inch concrete storm main (Record Dwg: R-190408) and associated
catch basins within the south side of SW Grady Way to the south of the project site. The project site is
relatively flat with the elevation of approximately 22’.
STREETS: The project site takes access from SW Grady Way to the south of the site. The following
describes the existing street sections:
• SW Grady Way (Principal Arterial Street) – 100 foot right of way width with approximately 63
feet paved roadway.
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WATER COMMENTS:
1. Civil plans for the water main improvements will be required and must be prepared by a
Professional Engineer registered in the State of Washington. Please refer to City of Renton
General Design and Construction Standards for water main extensions as shown in Appendix K
of the City’s 2021 Water System Plan. Adequate horizontal and vertical separations between the
new water main and other utilities (storm sewer pipes and vaults, sanitary sewer, power, gas,
electrical) shall be provided for the operation and maintenance of the water main. Retaining
walls, rockeries or similar structural cannot be installed over the water main unless the water
main is installed inside a steel casing.
2. The proposed preliminary utility plan depicts the installation of an 8-inch diameter looped water
main within the south portion of the site from the existing 12-inch water main (Valley 196
Pressure Zone) in SW Grady Way:
a. The preliminary fire flow is 1,750 gpm for a fire sprinklered building per Renton Regional
Fire Authority (RRFA) based on the preliminary site plan. Therefore, a looped water main
is not required, and the proposed conceptual layout is unacceptable.
b. The fire hydrant service line shall be 7.5’ minimum away from the building foundation. Fire
hydrant runs over 50 feet in length must be 8-inch in diameter and must terminate with a
tee, plug, and hydrant assembly.
c. A minimum of two fire hydrants are required. One within 150-feet and one within 300-feet
of the building. One hydrant is required within 50 feet of the fire sprinkler fire department
connection.
3. In order to provide domestic and fire protection service to the development, the construction
utility plan shall be included within the Civil Construction Permit Application, which shall include
but is not limited to the items that follow:
a. Installation of 2 new 8-inch water stubs for the 2 new fire hydrants connecting to the
existing 12-inch water main in SW Grady Way.
b. Installation of a domestic water meter with a reduced pressure backflow assembly (RPBA)
behind the meter. The RPBA shall be installed within private property.
c. Installation of a fire sprinkler stub with a detector double check valve assembly (DDCVA)
for backflow prevention to the building.
d. Installation of a landscape irrigation meter with a backflow prevention assembly (DCVA),
if applicable.
e. Installation of a “Storz” adapter on the existing hydrants, if they are not already equipped
with one.
f. The existing ¾ inch domestic water service must be cut, capped, and abandoned at the
main line. Cut and cap of the existing ¾” service shall be done by City forces under a
separate permit.
g. A 15-foot-wide public water easement is required for any public water main, hydrants, and
water meters located outside City Right of Way.
h. A minimum of 1-inch water meter is required since the building is served by sprinkler
systems.
i. Water mains shall have a minimum 10-foot horizontal and 1.5-foot vertical clearance
between sanitary sewer and storm utilities. Clearance is measured from outside edge to
outside edge of pipe.
4. The development is subject to meter installation fees based on the number and size of the
meters for domestic uses and for fire sprinkler use. 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 and are not vested to the rates at land-use approval.
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a. Water service installation charges for each proposed domestic water service is applicable.
Water service installation is $2,875 per 1-inch service line and the Contractor will provide
the materials and will install the service line and meter setter and meter box as part of the
installation of the water main extension.
b. Drop-in meter fee is $460 per 1-inch meter.
c. There is no credit for the abandonment of the existing 3/4” water service, because this water
service has not been used over 5 years.
d. The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=8217302&dbid=1&repo=CityofRe
nton.
SEWER COMMENTS:
1. Sewer service is provided by City of Renton.
2. All new building side sewers shall be a minimum of 6” and shall run at a minimum slope of 2% to
the sewer main:
a. The submitted preliminary utility plan depicts the new building will be served by an
individual 6’’ side sewer connecting to the existing King County owned 8’’ sewer main to
the north within King County wastewater vacant land, and an oil/water separator is
proposed prior connecting to the public sewer system. Staff has reviewed the conceptual
layout and determined it is acceptable.
b. If the existing sewer wye is not used, a sewer cut and cap permit will be required for the
exiting sewer stub to be abandoned.
c. All new side sewers and sewer stub shall conform to the standards in RMC 4-6-040 and City
of Renton Standard Details.
d. The applicant shall provide documentation from King County indicating they approve
shared use of the 8-inch sewer main within King County wastewater vacant land.
3. The development is subject to a wastewater system development charge (SDC) fee. 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 and are not vested to the
rates at land-use approval.
a. The current sewer fee is $ 3,650 per 1-inch meter.
b. Final determination of applicable fees will be made after the water meter size has been
determined.
STORM DRAINAGE COMMENTS:
1. Drainage plans and a drainage report complying with the adopted 2022 Renton Surface Water
Design Manual is 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.
Based on the City’s flow control map, this site falls within the Peak Rate Flow Control Standard
area (matching existing site conditions). The project site is located in the Black River Basin and
Springbrook Creek sub basin.
a. A preliminary technical information report (TIR) prepared by Sitts & Hill Engineers, Inc.,
dated July 2023, was submitted by the Applicant with the Land Use Application, which was
prepared following the 2022 RSWDM.
b. Core Requirement #2, off-site analysis: A Level 1 downstream analysis was performed on
Section 3.0 of the TIR. The downstream drainage paths were field inspected for existing
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drainage problems and the analysis concluded there are no existing drainage problems
before discharging to the Black River via Springbrook Creek.
c. Core Requirement #3, per the TIR, the peak flow produced by the 100-year storm event
does not increase by more than 0.15 cfs therefore flow control is not required. Staff has
reviewed the preliminary analysis and determined it is acceptable.
2. Conveyance, Core Requirement #4: All new conveyance systems constructed as part of the
project must be sized to RSWDM standards for the total tributary area (onsite and offsite) that
the storm systems serve.
a. The preliminary TIA depicts the new pipe systems are designed with sufficient capacity to
convey the 25-year peak flow, assuming developed conditions for onsite tributary areas.
b. The final onsite and offsite conveyance analysis will be further reviewed during the civil
construction permit application.
3. Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention, Core Requirement #5: The proposal does not
include a CSWPP and ESC plan.
a. A final CSWPP and ESC plan shall be included with the TIR and utility plans submit as a
portion of the civil construction permit application.
4. Water Quality, RSWDM Core Requirement #8: If the new plus replaced pollution generating
impervious surface exceeds 5,000 SF, the applicant will be required to provide enhanced basic
water quality treatment. The preliminary TIR indicates that more than 5,000 square feet of PGIS
will be added and is proposing to use Biopod Biofilter to provide the required enhanced basic
water quality treatment.
5. Appropriate on-site BMPs satisfying Core Requirement #9 will be required to help mitigate the
new runoff created by this development to the maximum extend 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
appliable to the project. The final drainage plan and drainage report must be submitted with the
utility construction permit.
a. The preliminary TIA depicts to use soil amendment for all proposed pervious surfaces to
satisfy Core Requirement #9, On-Site BMPs. Staff concurs with the assessment and will
further review as a portion of the Civil Construction Permit Application.
6. A geotechnical report for the site is required and shall be submitted with the land use application.
Information concerning the soils, geology, drainage patterns, vegetation present, water table
and soil permeability, with recommendations of appropriate on-site BMP options with typical
designs for the site from the geotechnical engineer, shall be submitted with the application. The
geotechnical report should include an on-site infiltration test to clearly show if the site is suitable
or unsuitable for infiltration.
a. A geotechnical report prepared by PanGEO, LLC, dated July 2023, was submitted by the
Applicant with the Land Use Application.
b. The geotechnical report indicates the test borings drilled at the site encountered
undocumented fill overlying very loose to medium dense alluvial soils.
c. The geotechnical report shall be stamped and signed by a licensed Geotechnical Engineer
as a portion of the civil construction permit application.
7. The 2023 Surface water system development fee is $0.92 per square foot of new impervious
surface, but no less than $2,300.00. This is payable prior to issuance of the construction permit
and are not vested to the rates at land-use approval. This fee is subject to change based on the
calendar year the construction permit is issued.
TRANSPORTATION/STREET COMMENTS:
ADVISORY NOTES TO APPLICANT
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1. The project site fronts SW Grady Way along the south property line. SW Grady Way is classified
as a Principal Arterial Street with an existing right-of-way (ROW) width of approximately 100 feet.
To meet the City’s complete street standards for Principal Arterial streets with five (5) lanes, a
minimum ROW width of 103 feet is required. Per RMC 4-6-060 half street improvements as taken
from the ROW centerline shall be required and include a minimum 66-foot paved road (33 feet
each side), a 0.5-foot curb, an 8-foot planting strip, an 8-foot sidewalk, 2-ft minimum clearance
between sidewalk and property line, street trees and storm drainage improvements.
Approximately 1.5-foot ROW dedication would be required depending on final survey. However,
the COR transportation department has determined that the existing curb-curb width is
sufficient, and a modified principal arterial street standard containing a right of way width of
approximately 101-feet is acceptable. The modified street would contain 8-foot sidewalks, an 8-
foot planting strip, and 0.5-foot curb on both sides of the street. Therefore, frontage
improvements as taken from the existing curb include an 8-foot planting strip, an 8-foot
sidewalk, 2-ft minimum clearance between sidewalk and property line, street trees and storm
drainage improvements. Approximately 0.5-foot ROW dedication would be required depending
on final survey.
a. The submitted preliminary civil plan depicts the 1.5’ ROW dedication and no street
improvements proposed along SW Grady Way. Staff has reviewed the conceptual layout
and determined it is unacceptable. The frontage improvements as taken from the existing
curb include an 8-foot planting strip, an 8-foot sidewalk, 2-ft minimum clearance between
sidewalk and property line, street trees improvements shall be included in the civil
construction plan as a portion of the Civil Construction Permit Application. Guardrails along
retaining wall next to the sidewalks need to be installed and designed in compliance with
current International Building Code (IBC) and Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) requirement, if applicable.
2. Refer to City code 4-4-080 regarding driveway regulations:
a. Maximum driveway slope is 15%. Driveways which exceed 8% shall provide slotted drains
at the lower end with positive drainage discharge to restrict runoff from entering the
garage.
b. Driveways shall not be closer than 5-feet to any property line.
3. Drive aisles should meet the standards found in RMC 4-4-080. Per RMC 4-4-080, the minimum
width of a two-way drive aisle is 24’ with 90-degree parking.
a. The submitted preliminary site plan depicts a 30’ wide drive aisle with 90-degree parking
along the east side property line. Staff has reviewed the conceptual layout and determined
it is acceptable.
4. A traffic study meeting City of Renton traffic study guidelines is required. If the result of the study
is more than 20 new trips in the AM or PM peak hours, a traffic impact analysis (TIA) will be
required.
a. A Traffic Letter prepared by Jake Traffic Engineering, Inc. (JTE) dated June 19, 2023 was
submitted by the Applicant with the Land Use Application. The traffic letter indicates the
proposed redevelopment is projected to generate about 17 net new PM peak hour trips,
which is below the City’s threshold to conduct a TIA. Staff has reviewed the analysis and
determined it is acceptable.
5. Undergrounding of all existing and proposed utilities is required on all frontages per RMC 4-6-
090.
6. Paving and trench restoration shall comply with the City’s Trench Restoration and Overlay
Requirements.
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7. Street lighting and trees are required to meet current city standards. Lighting plans are required
to be submitted with the land use application and will be reviewed during the construction utility
permit review.
a. Street lighting is required for commercial space of more than 5,000 SF per RMC 4-6-
060F.1.a. Lighting plans with photometric analysis shall be submitted and will be reviewed
during the Civil Construction Permit review.
8. The development is subject to transportation impact fees (TIF). The Traffic Letter indicates the
TIF for the proposed redevelopment is estimated to be $93,270.04 based on the proposed land
use. Staff has reviewed the preliminary analysis and determined it is conceptually acceptable,
the final TIF will be further reviewed and will be calculated based on the current fee schedule at
the time of construction permit issuance and not vested to the rates at land-use approval.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
1. The fees listed are for 2023. The fees that are current at the time of the respective permit
issuance will be levied. Please see the City of Renton website for the current fee schedule.