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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPre-app Mtg Summary - 23-000399.pdfCityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2023\PRE23-000399 1 PRE-APPLICATION MEETING FOR PRE23-000399 CITY OF RENTON Department of Community & Economic Development Planning Division January 11, 2024 Contact Information: Planner: Alex Morganroth, 425-430-7219, amorganroth@rentonwa.gov Public Works Plan Reviewer: Huy Huynh, 425-430-7384, hhuynh@rentonwa.gov Fire Prevention Reviewer: Corey Thomas, 425-276-9582, cthomas@rentonrfa.org Building Official: Rob Shuey, 425-430-7290, rshuey@rentonwa.gov 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 making all of the required copies. 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). CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2023\PRE23-000399 2 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE: January 9th, 2023 TO: Alex Morganroth, Planner FROM: Huy Huynh, Civil Engineer SUBJECT: 710 S 19th St PRE23-000399 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) 7222000130. 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 Talbot Hill 350 Pressure Zone. The project is outside of the city’s wellhead protection areas. 2. The static water pressure is approximately 64 psi at ground elevation of 202 feet. 3. A pressure reducing valve is required downstream of the domestic water meter IF the water pressure exceeds 80 psi. 4. There is an existing 16-inch water main located in Talbot Rd S that can deliver a maximum flow capacity of 5,500 GPM (see water plan no. WTR2701997). 5. There is an additional 24-inch water main located in Talbot Rd S that can deliver a maximum flow capacity of 5,500 GPM (see water plan no. WTR2701997). 6. There is an existing 24-inch water main located in S 19th St that can deliver a maximum flow capacity of 5,500 GPM (see water plan no. WTR2700419) 7. There is an existing 3/4-inch service and meter (facility ID number LAT-021009) serving the lot from the Talbot Hill 350 Pressure Zone main. 8. There are three existing fire hydrants located within 300 feet of the parcel. 9. Installation of a “Storz” adapter on the existing hydrants if they are not already equipped with one. 10. The existing sports courts are located on top of the roof of the city’s Talbot Hill 5-million-gallon concrete reservoir, a critical drinking water supply facility. 11. The design and construction of the proposed refurbishment of the sports courts will be subject to the following conditions: • No use of heavy construction equipment and vehicles is allowed over the reservoir roof. • No storage of construction materials is allowed over the reservoir roof. • No storage of hazardous materials or chemical are allowed on the reservoir property. 12. The architect and/or engineer of the project shall review the civil plans for the existing reservoir to ensure that the proposed improvements do not impact the structural integrity of the reservoir roof. CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2023\PRE23-000399 3 13. All new attachments to the reservoir roof (including new fences, gate posts, netting, benches) must be designed by a licensed and registered structural engineer. A review of the design by an independent consultant engineer of the Water Utility’s choice is required at the applicant’s cost. 14. The slope of the resurfaced courts shall be consistent with the existing slope for drainage. 15. The proposed planting of trees on the north side of the sports courts is not allowed, since the Water Utility needs this space for the construction of future water facilities (pump station, treatment facility). 16. The proposed drinking water fountain should be located closer to the existing restroom building because there is no existing water service line near the sports courts. 17. It appears that the project will not need additional water service, if the drinking fountain can be connected to the existing water service line serving the restrooms on the north side of the property. 18. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject development. 19. System development charged are not required for city owned properties under RMC 4-1-180.B.2.b. Sanitary Sewer 1. The project is within the City of Renton’s sanitary sewer service area. 2. There is an 8-inch PVC gravity wastewater main located in S 19th St (record drawing S-00220C). 3. There is an 8-inch PVC gravity wastewater main located in Talbot Rd S(see record drawing S-031301). 4. There is an existing 6-inch concrete stub located in S 19th St (see record drawing W-041906) 5. The existing stubs can be CCTV’s and if found acceptable to the wastewater utility, can be used if the size/locations are compatible with the proposed use/building layout. All new sewer stubs shall conform to the standards in RMC 4-6-040 and City of Renton Standard Details 6. All new side sewers shall be a minimum of 6”. All side sewers shall flow by gravity to the main at a minimum slope of 2%. 7. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject development. 8. System development charged are not required for city owned properties under RMC 4-1-180.B.2.b. Surface Water 1. There is an existing 12-inch stormwater main located along Talbot Rd S (see record drawing R-335311). 2. 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 (Matching Forested) Standard. The site falls within the Black River drainage basin and the Rolling Hills Creek sub basin. 3. Critical areas on site that may affect stormwater review include regulated (steep) slopes. 4. 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 5. 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. 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. 6. 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. CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2023\PRE23-000399 4 7. 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. 8. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided. 9. A Construction Stormwater Permit from Department of Ecology may be required if land disturbance on the site exceeds one acre. Applicant will need to coordinate with the Department of Ecology prior to construction to determine if permit coverage is required. 10. System development charged are not required for city owned properties under RMC 4-1-180.B.2.b. Transportation 1. Per City code 4-6-060 frontage improvements are required for new construction in excess of $175,000. The proposed project fronts S 19th St to the North and Talbot Rd S to the West. a. The project is considered mostly maintenance and does not involve substantial building addition; therefore, frontage improvement and dedication are not required per exemption one (1) RMC 4-6- 060 2. Refer to City code 4-4-080 regarding driveway regulations. a. A minimum separation of 5 feet is required between driveway and the property line. b. Maximum driveway slopes shall not exceed 15%. Driveways exceeding 8% shall provide slotted drains. 3. Paving and trench restoration shall comply with the City’s Trench Restoration and Overlay Requirements. 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. Maximum exposed retaining wall height is 6-ft and shall be setback a minimum of 3-ft from the right-of-way as outlined in RMC 4-4-040 – Fences, Hedges and Retaining Walls. 3. 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. 4. 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: https://rentonwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=7922741&pageId=968701 5. A landscaping plan shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate sheets. 6. 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. CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2023\PRE23-000399 5 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE: January 11, 2024 TO: Pre-Application File No. 23-000399 FROM: Alex Morganroth, Senior Planner SUBJECT: Talbot Hill Reservoir Park 1900 Talbot Rd S APN 7222000130, 7222000061, 7222000121 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, Planning Director, Development Services Director, 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 www.rentonwa.gov. Project Proposal: The applicant is proposing to rehabilitate numerous features in the Talbot Hill Reservoir Park, a 2.6 acre site located near the corner of S 19th St and Talbot Rd S (APN 7222000130, 7222000061, 7222000121). The site has a zoning designation of Residential-8 (R-8) dwelling units per acre and a designation of Residential Medium Density (MD) in the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation. The park includes a restroom building, a water pump station (maintained by City of Renton Public Works), pickle ball and tennis courts, asphalt paths, and a surface parking lot. According to the applicant, rehabilitation work proposed includes re-paving and re-striping the tennis court and pickle ball courts, re-paving and restriping the surface parking areas, construction of a new shade shelter, and installation of new signage, a water fountain, trash receptacles, and trees. No off-site improvements are proposed. Access to the site would remain via the existing entrance off Talbot Rd S. No trees are proposed for removal. According to COR Maps, critical areas on the site include a high coalmine hazard, a medium coalmine hazard, and sensitive slopes. Current Use: The site is developed with the Talbot Hill Reservoir Park and associated parking improvements. In addition, a water pump station operated by the City of Renton is also located on the site. Comprehensive Plan/Zoning: The property has a Comprehensive Plan land use designation of Residential Medium Density (MD) and is zoned Residential-8 dwelling units per acre (R-8) zone. The R-8 zoning designation is primarily 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. It is intended to accommodate uses that are compatible with and support a high-quality residential environment and add to a sense of community. Based on the materials submitted with the preapplication request, the existing park is classified as a “Neighborhood Park” per RMC 4-11-160. The use “Neighborhood Park” is permitted outright in the R-8 zone. Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-110A, “Development Standards for Residential Zoning Designations “(R-8)” effective at the time of complete application. Landscaping: With the exception of critical areas, all portions of the development area not covered by structures, required parking, access, circulation or service areas, must be landscaped with native, drought-resistant vegetative CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2023\PRE23-000399 6 cover. The minimum on-site landscape width required along street frontages is 10 feet, with the exception of areas for required walkways and driveways and shall contain trees, shrubs, and landscaping. Landscaping may include hardscape such as decorative paving, rock outcroppings, fountains, plant containers, etc. Minimum planting strip widths between the curb and sidewalk are established according to the street development standards of RMC 4-6- 060. Street trees and, at a minimum, groundcover are to be located in this area when present. Street trees shall be planted in the center of the planting strip between the curb and the sidewalk; provided, that, where right-of-way is constrained, irregular intervals and slight increases or decreases may be permitted or required. Additionally, trees shall be planted in locations that meet required spacing distances from facilities located in the right-of-way including, but not limited to, underground utilities, streetlights, utility poles, traffic signs, fire hydrants, and driveways; such spacing standards are identified in the City’s Approved Tree List. Generally, the following spacing is required: i. Small-sized maturing trees: thirty feet (30') on center; ii. Medium-sized maturing trees: forty feet (40') on center; and iii. Large-sized maturing trees: fifty feet (50') on center. Landscaping shall meet all applicable requirements of RMC 4-4-070, “Landscaping”. 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: 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 Preserved tree 25 – 28 caliper inches 10 Preserved tree 29 – 32 caliper inches 11 Preserved tree 33 – 36 caliper inches 12 CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2023\PRE23-000399 7 TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS Preserved tree 37 caliper inches and greater 13 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 if trees are proposed for removal. Lighting: With additions to or replacement of light fixtures, parking lot or display lot light fixtures shall be non-glare and mounted no more than twenty five feet (25') above the ground to minimize the impact onto adjacent and abutting properties. See 4-4-075 for additional standards. Critical Areas: According to City of Renton (COR) Maps the subject site is mapped with Sensitive slopes (15-40%), a moderate coalmine hazard, and a high coalmine hazard . Geological Hazards: Sensitive slopes (15-40%), a moderate coalmine hazard, and a high coalmine hazard have been identified on the subject site. A geotechnical study shall be provided by a qualified professional with the land use application if slopes are to be worked within, where city approval would be required for work in sensitive or protected slope area. The study shall demonstrate that the proposal would not increase the threat of the geological hazard to adjacent properties beyond the pre-development conditions, the proposal would not adversely impact other critical areas, and the development can be safely accommodated on the site. In addition, the study shall assess soil conditions and detail construction measures to assure stability. Moderate coal mine hazards are Areas where mine workings are deeper than two hundred feet (200') for steeply dipping seams, or deeper than fifteen (15) times the thickness of the seam or workings for gently dipping seams. These areas may be affected by subsidence. High coalmine hazards are Areas with abandoned and improperly sealed mine openings and areas underlain by mine workings shallower than two hundred feet (200') in depth for steeply dipping seams, or shallower than fifteen (15) times the thickness of the seam or workings for gently dipping seams. These areas may be affected by collapse or other subsidence. A coalmine study prepared by a qualified professional shall be included with the application. The report shall review and document any possible mine openings and potential trough subsidence, and any known hazards previously documented or identified. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ascertain whether any additional critical areas or environmental concerns are present on the site during site development or building construction. CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2023\PRE23-000399 8 Environmental Review: The shade structure, bike rack, and water fountain installation is classified as “minor new construction” per WAC 197-11-800(1). The sport court and parking lot repaving/restriping as classified as repair, remodeling, and maintenance activity per WAC 197-11-800(3). Therefore based on the current scope proposed, the project is exempt from Environmental (SEPA) review. Permit Requirements: The proposed project is required to obtain a Critical Areas Exemption (CAE) and building permits for the parking lot repaving and striping, water fountain installation, and shade structure installation. CAEs can be reviewed in approximately four (4) weeks and have no fee. Next Steps: When the formal application materials are complete, the applicant shall have the materials pre- screened virtually prior to submitting the complete application package. Please contact Alex Morganroth, Senior Planner at 425-430-7219 or amorganroth@rentonwa.gov to submit the prescreen materials.