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CITY OF RENTON
AGENDA - City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM - Monday, March 4, 2024
Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. ROLL CALL
3. SPECIAL PRESENTATION
a) State of the County Presentation - King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
a) Administrative Report
5. AUDIENCE COMMENTS
All remarks must be addressed to the Council as a whole, if a response is requested
please provide your name and address, including email address, to the City Clerk to
allow for follow-up.
Speakers must sign-up prior to the Council meeting.
Each speaker is allowed three minutes.
When recognized, please state your name & city of residence for the record.
NOTICE to all participants: Pursuant to state law, RCW 42.17A.555, campaigning for or
against any ballot measure or candidate in City Hall and/or during any portion of the council
meeting, including the audience comment portion of the meeting, is PROHIBITED.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Councilmembers in advance for study and review, and
the recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for
further discussion if requested by a Councilmember.
a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of February 26, 2024.
Council Concur
b) AB - 3522 Community & Economic Development Department recommends adoption of a
resolution authorizing the allocation of $217,088 from Renton's contribution to the South
King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) Housing Capital Fund to finance
affordable housing in South King County communities.
Refer to Planning & Development Committee
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics
marked with an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be
held by the Chair if further review is necessary.
a) Transportation Committee: 1) Compensation and Final Approval of Peterson Street
Vacation Petition*
b) Utilities Committee: 1) Amendment No.1 to CAG-19-294 for Utility Construction
Agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation for Relocation of
City Utilities for the I-405 Renton to Bellevue Widening and Express Toll Lanes Project
8. LEGISLATION
Ordinance for first reading:
a) Ordinance No. 6130: Peterson Street Vacation – VAC-23-001 (See Item 7.a)
Ordinances for second and final reading:
b) Ordinance No. 6132: Ordinance adopting revised 2024 Salary Table (First Reading
2/26/2024)
c) Ordinance No. 6133: International Building Codes (D-232) (First Reading 2/26/2024)
9. NEW BUSINESS
(Includes Council Committee agenda topics; visit rentonwa.gov/cityclerk for more
information.)
10. ADJOURNMENT
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING AGENDA
(Preceding Council Meeting)
5:45 p.m. - 7th Floor - Conferencing Center
Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Chambers are available upon request to the City Clerk
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KING COUNTY UPDATE
State of the County
Renton City Council
March 4, 2024
Councilmember
Reagan Dunn
AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
Agenda
Introduction
Redistricting
Substance Use Disorder
Public Safety
Court Backlog
King County’s Biennial Budget
Community Investments
Q&A AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
King County
Councilmember Reagan Dunn
2024 Council Assignments
•Vice Chairman of the Metropolitan King County Council
•Committee assignments:
•Local Services and Land Use
•Law and Justice
•Government Accountability and Oversight
•Regional Water Quality
•Committee of the Whole
•Chairman of the Board of Supervisors for the King County Flood Control District AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn
King County Redistricting
•On December 8, 2021, the Districting
Committee adopted the Amended Final
Draft Districting Master Plan. This plan
became effective on December 21, 2021.
•Total District 9 population: 251,812
•The new District 9 includes a new
portion of South Bellevue as well as a
new portion of the Enumclaw Plateau.
•District 9 no longer contains Kent and
lost a portion of Renton.
•District 9 now includes all neighborhoods
in the City of Bellevue below I-90.AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
•Increases in Behavioral Health Issues –
During the pandemic, 40% of adults
reported experiencing adverse mental or
behavioral health conditions
•13% reporting increased drug and
alcohol addiction to cope with stress or
emotions related to COVID-19.
•Overdoses Rapidly Rising – In King County,
overdose deaths increased 209% between
2019 and 2023.
•2019 – 424
•2020 – 509
•2021 – 708
•2022 – 1,001
•2023 – 1,311
Substance Use & Recovery
A mounting Public Health crisis
AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
Substance Use & Recovery
Fentanyl
•Fatal Overdoses in King County – largely driven by fentanyl, a
synthetic opioid that is 100 times stronger than morphine.
•In King County, we’ve seen an 880% increase in fentanyl
deaths since 2019.
•2019 fentanyl deaths = 111
•2023 fentanyl deaths = 1,079
•Fentanyl as a Public Health Crisis – in July 2022, King County
Council declared fentanyl a public health crisis and asked Public
Health to develop strategies to combat overdose deaths.
•“Laced and Lethal” Overdose Prevention Campaign - In 2023,
the Council approved my funding request of $150,000 to
continue “Laced and Lethal,” a campaign to raise awareness in
youth about the dangers of fentanyl.
•“Laced and Lethal” was adapted into “Talk Even If,” an
awareness campaign highlighting that a teen dies of
overdose every 2 weeks in King County.AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
3nd Annual King County Conference on
Substance Use Disorders
•Took Place on Thursday May 11, 2023 at
Bellevue Community College
•Over 700 registrants total
•Nearly 300 attended in person
“Don’t Count Us Out” Anti-Stigma Campaign – In
2021, the Council approved my funding request of
$500,000 to launch a campaign to reduce the stigma
for those seeking help for substance use disorders. I
worked to provide another $150,000 to continue this
campaign in King County’s 2023-24 biennial budget.
•2023 NACo Achievement Award
Substance Use & Recovery
Public Awareness Campaigns
AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
Our Criminal Justice System: Many violent crimes left unresolved
Pending Murder/Homicide Cases
AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
King County experienced a dramatic
increase in violent crimes in recent years,
including a spike in gun violence and a
record number of homicides.
•Homicides and murders have spiked
73% since 2019 - The number of
homicides has increased from 91 in
2019 to 157 in 2023.
•Firearm violence has skyrocketed
•Shootings have doubled since 2019.
•Firearm homicide victims has more
than doubled from 49 in 2019 to 107
in 2023.
•Of the 476 shooting victims in 2022,
86% were male; 26% were between
the ages of 18-24 ; and 78% were
people of color.
Community Safety
Violent Crime Spike in King County
AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
Public Safety
•KCSO Hiring and Retention – Advocated for $4 million
for retention and hiring bonuses for KCSO deputies and a
dedicated recruiter.
•We are down to 89 commissioned vacancies from
the peak of 114.
•Recent Investments –
•14 new Sheriff’s Office FTEs - (5 for gun violence
prevention; 2 for community programs; 2 for
special operations; 2 major crimes detectives)
•$1.7 million to create a Gun Violence Special
Emphasis Team focused on preventing gun violence
in high-risk communities.
•$700,000 to create a KCSO Community Programs
and Services Division to lead KCSO's efforts to
maintain relationships with community
organizations and seek community input.
•$1.7 million to create a Gun Violence Special
Emphasis Team focused on preventing gun violence
in high-risk communities.
•$4 million for body worn cameras AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
Public
Safety, cont.
•The mid-biennial budget made the following investments:
•$6.5 million for a new helicopter for the Sheriff’s Office
•$1.7 million for a new Park Ranger Program
•The mid-biennial budget also provided $1 million in ongoing funding to support the increased workload associated with body worn camera requirements.
•The PAO requested 2 paralegals, 2 attorneys, and 3 public records positions to review and process videos in real time as well as new high volume/capacity computers for 10 employees. AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
King County Budget
King County is addressing a $100 million revenue shortfall in 2025-26
•In December 2023, the King County Council approved the $511 million mid-biennial budget, which cut $15
million from the King County 2023-2024 biennial budget’s $750 million general fund.
•These cuts were mostly in the form of eliminating vacant positions, including 13 FTEs at the Sheriff’s
Office.
•General fund cuts for the 2025 annual budget are expected to surpass $50 million.
•An addition $35 million in cuts is expected to take place in 2026.
•The mid-biennial budget also made the following investments:
•$3 million, to be reimbursed by the state, to provide housing and hotel rooms for the hundreds of
asylum-seekers currently living in encampments on the grounds of a Tukwila church.
•$1.5 million for the Restorative Community Pathways program, which offers community-driven
alternatives to lower-level youth offenders to keep them out of the criminal legal system.
•The budget package passed 6-3, with Councilmembers Reagan Dunn, Rod Dembowski, and Pete von
Reichbauer voting no. All three had opposed adding new funding to funding from Restorative Community
Pathways.AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
Since 2008, the King County Flood Control District contributed
$39,246,124 to projections impacting the City of Renton, compared to
its contributions of $24,684. Renton is a net beneficiary of Flood
District revenues.
Project Highlights:
•Black River Pump Station – KCFCD has allocated over $23,000,000
in the BRPS, including engine and seismic upgrades and
investments in fish passage. In 2024, KCFCD will continue engine
upgrades and begin design on improved fish passage.
•Gravel removal – The KCFCD continues its partnership with Renton
on Gravel removal to ensure 100-year flood conveyance capacity
along the lower Cedar River.
•Madsen Creek – Completed – This successful partnership between
the City and KCFCD dedicated $3,935,827 to address failing culverts
and improve the level of flood projection along SR 169.
Flood Control District
To connect with grant opportunities, contact my office at reagan.dunn@kingcounty.govAGENDA ITEM #3. a)
Community Investments
PARKS GRANTS
•$900,000 Henry Moses Aquatic Center
•$800,000 May Creek Greenway – Parks and Open Space
4CULTURE GRANTS
•In 2023 38 grants were executed in the district for a total of $184,851.00
•$4,000.00 for Renton City Comicon
To connect with grant opportunities, contact my office at reagan.dunn@kingcounty.gov
Dave Upthegrove, Armondo Pavone, and Reagan Dunn
2023 COMMUNITY GRANTS
•$2,000 for the Rainier Youth Choir
•$5,000 for the Renton School District – Hazen High School
•$5,000 for the Renton School District – Lindberg High
School
•$2,000 for the Renton Historical Society
•$2,000 for the Renton Schools foundation
AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
Questions?
Contact me anytime:
Reagan.Dunn@kingcounty.gov AGENDA ITEM #3. a)
Mayor’s Office
Memorandum
DATE: March 4, 2024
TO: Ed Prince, Council President
Members of Renton City Council
FROM: Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Ed VanValey, Chief Administrative Officer
SUBJECT: Administrative Report
• Information about preventative street maintenance, traffic impact projects, and
road closures happening this week can be found at http://rentonwa.gov/traffic. All
projects are weather permitting and unless otherwise noted, streets will always
remain open. Preventative street maintenance, traffic impact projects, and road
closures will be at the following locations:
Monday, March 4 through Friday, March 8, 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Road closure
on S. 2nd St from Rainier Ave S to Lake Ave S for city construction work.
Monday, March 4 through Friday, March 8, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Intermittent
lane closure on NE 12th St and Jefferson Ave NE for utility installation. Questions
may be directed to Brad Stocco, 425-282-2373.
Monday, March 4 through Friday, March 8, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Road closure on Aberdeen Ave NE between NE Sunset Blvd and NE 12th St for
construction work. Questions may be directed to Brad Stocco, 425-282-2373.
Monday, March 4 through Friday, March 8, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Intermittent lane closures on S. Grady Way at Williams Ave S for construction
work. Questions may be directed to Tom Main, 206-999-1833.
Monday, March 4 through Friday, March 8, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Road closure on Kirkland Ave NE between NE Sunset Blvd and NE 12th St for
utility installation. A detour route will be provided. Questions may be directed to
Brad Stocco, 425-282-2373.
Monday, March 4 through Friday, March 8, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Intermittent lane closure on NE Sunset Blvd between Edmonds Ave NE and
Kirkland Ave NE for construction work. Questions may be directed to Brad
Stocco, 425-282-2373.
Monday, March 4 through Friday, March 8, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Intermittent
lane closures on Williams Ave S at Grady Way S for construction work. Questions
may be directed to Tom Main, 206-999-1833.
Monday, March 4 through Friday, March 8, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Southbound
travel and parking lane closures on Williams Ave S between S 2nd and S 3rd
AGENDA ITEM #4. a)
Ed Prince, Council President
Members of Renton City Council
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March 4, 2024
Streets for construction work. Questions may be directed to Sam Stolmeier, 425-
430-7288.
Ongoing Street Closure (City of Renton Resolution No. 4446). FULL STREET
CLOSURE on Sunset Lane NE between NE 10th Street and Harrington Place NE in
support of the Solera Development Project (LUA20-000305). Questions may be
directed to Brad Stocco, 425-282-2373.
AGENDA ITEM #4. a)
February 26, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF RENTON
MINUTES - City Council Regular Meeting
7:00 PM - Monday, February 26, 2024
Council Chambers, 7th Floor, City Hall – 1055 S. Grady Way
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pavone called the meeting of the Renton City Council to order at 7:00 PM and led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present:
Ed Prince, Council President
James Alberson, Jr., Council Position No. 1
Carmen Rivera, Council Position No. 2
Valerie O'Halloran, Council Position No. 3
Ryan McIrvin, Council Position No. 4
Ruth Pérez, Council Position No. 6
Kim-Khánh Vǎn, Council Position No. 7
Councilmembers Absent:
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PRESENT
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Ed VanValey, Chief Administrative Officer
Alex Tuttle, Senior Assistant City Attorney
Jason Seth, City Clerk
Ellen Bradley-Mak, Human Resources and Risk Management Administrator
Brianne Bannwarth, Interim Community & Economic Development Administrator
Kim Gilman, HR Labor Relations & Compensation Manager
Matthew Herrera, Planning Director
Rob Shuey, Development Services Director
Commander Lance Gray, Police Department
Attended Remotely:
Judith Subia, Chief of Staff
Kari Roller, Finance Administrator
Kristi Rowland, Deputy Chief Administrator
Martin Pastucha, Public Works Administrator
AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
February 26, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Ron Straka, Public Works Utility Systems Director
Cailín Hunsaker, Parks & Trails Director
Linda Knight, Sustainability & Solid Waste Manager
PROCLAMATION
National Black History Month - February 2024: A proclamation by Mayor Pavone was read
declaring February 2024 to be National Black History Month in the City of Renton and
encouraging all residents to join in the celebration, reflection, and exploration of African
Americans' influence on the arts. Council President Ed Prince accepted the proclamation with
appreciation.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
PROCLAMATION. CARRIED.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
CAO Ed VanValey reviewed a written administrative report summarizing the City's recent
progress towards goals and work programs adopted as part of its business plan for 2024 and
beyond. Items noted were:
• Due to WSDOT storing materials under the I-405 bridge for its freeway-widening
project, access to Cedar River Dog Park at 1500 Houser Way S will be from Cedar River
Park using the pedestrian bridge to cross the Cedar River. This new access begins
Monday, February 26, and will last one year. For everyone’s safety, please follow
directions given by traffic flaggers and on posted signs. More information can be
found on WSDOT’s website at I-405 Widening and Express Toll Lanes Project or email
wsdotcoordinator@rentonwa.gov.
• Be prepared for emergencies by attending the Renton Emergency Preparedness
Academy (REPA), organized by the city's Emergency Management Division. You’ll gain
valuable skills to address emergencies effectively and help prevent further damage
while waiting for help to arrive. Classes featured in the winter session include
Cybersecurity 101, Surviving Mass Violence, De-escalation in the Workplace,
Emergency Preparedness 101, and Volcano Hazards 101. All classes will be held at
Renton Technical College in Room C-11. To secure a spot, please register online at
rentonwa.gov/register, using the keyword "Emergency."
• Information about preventative street maintenance, traffic impact projects, and road
closures happening this week can be found at http://rentonwa.gov/traffic. All
projects are weather permitting and unless otherwise noted, streets will always
remain open.
AUDIENCE COMMENTS
• Matt Hanbey, Renton, spoke about the proposed Logan 6 project in north Renton,
and stated that residents have concerns about the project's design standards and
impacts on traffic and parking in the neighborhood.
• Emmanuel Bailey Medilo, Seattle, spoke about the passage of Initiative Measure 23-
02 regarding minimum wage standards and urged council to partner with
stakeholders when implementing the new law.
AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
February 26, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
• Paul Quinn, Sammamish, provided information and a handout outlining solid waste
and recycling statistics.
• Guillermo Zazueta, Renton, spoke about the passage of Initiative Measure 23-02
regarding minimum wage standards noting several deadlines that must be met during
the implementation of the new law.
• Krysteena Mann, Tukwila, stated that city officials could seek assistance with the
implementation of Initiative Measure 23-02 from the City of Tukwila because they
had already implemented the law.
• Michael Westgaard, Renton, also spoke about the implementation process, including
deadlines, for Initiative Measure 23-02.
• Mark Arnold, Renton, spoke thanked city officials for the recent repairs made to the
skate park at Liberty Park, but noted that it likely needs to be replaced. He also shared
his family's history of utilizing skate parks in Renton.
• Jack Skeel, Renton, urged Council to take over the lease for the Longacres DIY Skate
Park that he currently holds with the Washington State Department of
Transportation. He also noted that Renton's population justifies the need for at least
three more skate parks around the city.
• Sheryl Friesz, Renton, spoke about the proposed Logan 6 development in north
Renton, and echoed the previous speakers' comments about parking and traffic
concerns. She urged the city to include more public input in the process.
• Gabriel Jones, Renton, expressed support for Initiative Measure 23-02 and voiced
concerns for several state initiative measures. Mr. Jones also urged Council to adopt
more rental protections for residents.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are distributed to Councilmembers in advance for study and review, and the
recommended actions will be accepted in a single motion. Any item may be removed for further
discussion if requested by a Councilmember.
a) Approval of Council Meeting minutes of 2/12/2024. Council Concur.
b) AB - 3519 Human Resources / Risk Management Department recommended execution of the
2024-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Renton Police Guild for Renton Police
Commissioned Employees. This request includes adoption of the 2024 Salary Table that
reflects collectively bargained changes to salaries and job classifications. Council Concur.
c) AB - 3520 Human Resources / Risk Management Department recommended authorizing
revised Local 2170 AFSCME salary grades, retroactive to January 1, 2024, as indicated in the
attached Memorandum of Understanding, and adopt the revised 2024 salary table that
reflects these collectively bargained salary grade changes. Council Concur.
d) AB - 3515 Police Department recommended approval of a five-year lease agreement with
Avive Solutions, Inc., in the amount of $272,015.15 plus sales tax, for the provision of
Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) equipment for the Police Department and Facilities
Division. Additionally, the department is seeking a budget amendment to cover the cost of
the lease agreement. Refer to Finance Committee.
AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
February 26, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
f) AB - 3518 Public Works Utility Systems Division recommended executing Amendment No. 1 to
CAG-19-124, with the Washington State Department of Transportation, in the amount of
$430,178, for the replacement of an existing water main under I-405 and for the installation
of a new water main in NE 44th St at grade roadway. Refer to Utilities Committee.
MOVED BY PRINCE, SECONDED BY ALBERSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE CONSENT
AGENDA, MINUS ITEM 6.E. CARRIED.
SEPARATE CONSIDERATION - ITEM 6.E.
e) AB - 3521 Public Works Facilities Division recommended approval of the assumption of
Operating Permit, PAG-11-002, by RNT 750 LLC from Pro-Flight Aviation; and separately
approval of the new Operating Permit with RNT FBO LLC. Refer to Transportation (Aviation)
Committee
MOVED BY MCIRVIN, SECONDED BY VǍN, COUNCIL APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA
ITEM 6.e. AS COUNCIL CONCUR. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Topics listed below were discussed in Council committees during the past week. Those topics marked
with an asterisk (*) may include legislation. Committee reports on any topics may be held by the Chair if
further review is necessary.
a) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending approval of the
following payments:
1.Accounts Payable – total payment of $10,054,343.55 for vouchers 10777, 10779-10782,
414456-414458, 414467-414754; payroll benefit withholding vouchers 7311, 7315-7319,
7324-7335, 414459-414466 and 8 wire transfers.
2.Payroll – total payment of $1,895,376.38 for payroll vouchers that include 664 direct
deposits and 8 checks. (1/16/24 – 1/31/24 pay period).
3.Municipal Court vouchers 018450-018467, 018475-018491 totaling $44607.82.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
b) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with the
Department of Commerce to accept $49,445 (not to exceed $50,000) in grant funds to develop a
draft Middle Housing ordinance. The Committee further recommends authorization for the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with MAKERS Architecture & Urban Design, LLP, in
the amount of $49,961 for the development and drafting of a Middle Housing ordinance.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
c) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Fuel Tax Grant Agreement
in the amount of $2,975,154 with the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board and
all subsequent agreements necessary to accomplish the Southwest 43rd Street Improvements
project.
AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
February 26, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
d) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Fuel Tax Grant Agreement
in the amount of $187,000 with the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board and all
subsequent agreements necessary to accomplish the South 7th Street Corridor Improvements
project.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
e) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Flood Reduction Grant
agreement 4.23.07 with the King County Flood Control District in the amount $250,000 for
engineering services for the Lind Ave SW Storm Improvement Project and to execute the WRIA 9
Cooperative Watershed Management Grant agreement 4.9.23.007 with the King County Flood
Control District in the amount of $150,000 for the Springbrook Creek Restoration Action Plan.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
f) Finance Committee: Chair O'Halloran presented a report recommending concurrence in the staff
recommendation to approve the fee waiver requests from Bloodworks Northwest, Renton,
Lindbergh, Hazen and Liberty High Schools, and Renton Park Run, totaling $10,755.00 for
temporary open space, rental fees, use fees, green fees, and application fees for 2024
community events.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED.
LEGISLATION
Ordinances for first reading:
a) Ordinance No. 6132: An ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, amending the 2024
City of Renton Salary Table to reflect collectively bargained changes, to correct clerical errors,
and to establish an effective date.
MOVED BY O'HALLORAN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE
FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING AT THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING. CARRIED.
b) Ordinance No. 6133: An Ordinance of the City of Renton, Washington, amending Subsection
4-5-050.A, Subsection 4-5-050.C.4, Section 4-5-051, Section 4-5-055, Subsection 4-5-060.K.A
and K.2, 4-5-060.L.1 and L.3, 4-5-060.N, 4-5-110 of the Renton Municipal Code, adopting by
reference and amending the most recent versions of the International Building Code, the
Washington State Energy Code, the International Residential Code, the Construction
Administration Code, the International Mechanical Code, the National Fuel Gas Code, and the
Uniform Plumbing Code, repealing Subsections 4-5-060.I.5, I.6, and I.10; adding New Sections
4-5-061, 4-5-062, 4-5-063, 4-5-101, and 4-5-105 to the Renton Municipal Code; Adopting the
International Existing Building Code, the International Fuel Gas Code, and the Liquefied
Petroleum Gas Code; Authorizing Corrections, providing for severability, and establishing an
effective date.
AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
February 26, 2024 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MOVED BY MCIRVIN, SECONDED BY PÉREZ, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR
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AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
Council Committee Meeting Calendar
February 26, 2024
March 4, 2024
Monday
4:00 PM Utilities Committee, Chair Văn
Location: Council Conference Room/Videoconference
1. Amendment No.1 to CAG‐19‐294 for Utility Construction Agreement with
the Washington State Department of Transportation for Relocation of City
Utilities for the I‐405 Renton to Bellevue Widening and Express Toll Lanes
Project
4:45 PM Transportation Committee, Chair McIrvin
Location: Council Conference Room/Videoconference
1. Compensation and Final Approval of Peterson Street Vacation Petition
5:45 PM Committee of the Whole, Chair Prince
Location: Conferencing Center
1. Economic Development Update
7:00 PM Council Meeting
Location: Council Chambers/Videoconference
AGENDA ITEM #6. a)
AB - 3522
City Council Regular Meeting - 04 Mar 2024
SUBJECT/TITLE: Resolution to Approve 2023 South King Housing and Homelessness
Partners Housing (SKHHP) Capital Fund Allocation
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Refer to Planning & Development Committee
DEPARTMENT: Community & Economic Development Department
STAFF CONTACT: Angie Mathias, Long Range Planning Manager
EXT.: 6576
FISCAL IMPACT SUMMARY:
No fiscal impact-$$217,088 to be dispersed from invoiced SHB 1406 fund contributions to SKHHP Housing
Capital Fund
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
SKHHP was established in 2019 through an interlocal agreement (Establishing ILA) to address the affordable
housing challenges facing the sub-region as a coordinated, unified, and collaborative coalition. SKHHP
currently has 11 member jurisdictions including the cities of Auburn, Burien, Covington, Des Moines, Federal
Way, Kent, Maple Valley, Normandy Park, Renton, and Tukwila, plus King County.
In 2019, RCW 82.14.540 (SHB 1406) became law allowing jurisdictions to enact a local sales and use tax for the
purpose of supporting affordable housing. In 2021, eight of the nine SKHHP member cities entered into a
second interlocal agreement for purposes of pooling sales tax receipts authorized by RCW 82.14.540 with
SKHHP to create the Housing Capital Fund (Pooling ILA – SHB 1406). In 2022, SKHHP awarded two projects in
South King County almost $1.4 million during the first annual funding round.
In 2023, two of the four SKHHP member cities who are able to collect RCW 82.14.530 (HB 1590) revenues
desired to pool a portion of those funds with SKHHP for the 2023 funding round of the Housing Capital Fund to
add to existing SHB 1406 pooled revenue and entered into an additional interlocal agreement (Pooling ILA –
HB 1590).
The SKHHP Executive Board requests approval to use $217,088 of the total $246,643 contributed funds from 2023 from
the City of Renton.
EXHIBITS:
A. Issue Paper
B. Memorandum from SKHHP Board
C. Resolution
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution to authorize the allocation of $217,088 from the City of Renton’s contribution to the SKHHP
Housing Capital Fund to finance affordable housing in South King County communities in concurrence with the
SKHHP Executive Board’s recommendation.
AGENDA ITEM #6. b)
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
& ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: February 12, 2024
TO: Ed Prince, Council President
Members of Renton City Council
VIA: Armondo Pavone, Mayor
FROM: Brianne Bannwarth, Interim CED Administrator (x7299)
STAFF CONTACT: Angie Mathias, Long Range Planning Manager (x6576)
SUBJECT: Resolution Authorizing the Allocation of Funds to Finance Affordable Housing in
South King County in Accordance with the 2023 South King Housing and
Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) Housing Capital Fund Recommendation
Issue
Should Council adopt a Resolution approving the allocation of $217,088 from the South King Housing and
Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) Housing Capital Fund for the development of affordable housing?
Summary/Background
SKHHP was established in 2019 through an interlocal agreement (Establishing ILA) to address the
affordable housing challenges facing the subregion as a coordinated, unified, and collaborative coalition.
SKHHP currently has 11 member jurisdictions including the cities of Auburn, Burien, Covington, Des
Moines, Federal Way, Kent, Maple Valley, Normandy Park, Renton, and Tukwila, plus King County.
In 2019, RCW 82.14.540 (SHB 1406) became law allowing jurisdictions to enact a local sales and use tax
for the purpose of supporting affordable housing. In 2021, eight of the nine SKHHP member cities entered
into a second interlocal agreement for purposes of pooling sales tax receipts authorized by RCW 82.14.540
with SKHHP to create the Housing Capital Fund (Pooling ILA – SHB 1406). In 2022, SKHHP awarded two
projects in South King County almost $1.4 million during the first annual funding round.
In 2023, two of the four SKHHP member cities who are able to collect RCW 82.14.530 (HB 1590) revenues
desired to pool a portion of those funds with SKHHP for the 2023 funding round of the Housing Capital
Fund to add to existing SHB 1406 pooled revenue and entered into an additional interlocal agreement
(Pooling ILA – HB 1590).
AGENDA ITEM #6. b)
The Establishing ILA and Pooling ILAs established the SKHHP Housing Capital Fund, set parameters for the
process for the selection of awards involving pooled funds, and determined the approval process.
Pursuant to the ILAs, the SKHHP Executive Board recommends allocations for funding affordable housing
projects to the participating City Councils. Even though the Council has already contributed funds to the
2023 Housing Capital Fund funding round, Council approval is needed to authorize the allocation of funds
to specific projects.
The SKHHP Executive Board adopts annual funding guidelines and priorities for each funding round. The
SKHHP Advisory Board subsequently reviewed applications and provided a funding recommendation
based on adopted priorities to the SKHHP Executive Board. The SKHHP Executive Board concurred with
the majority of the SKHHP Advisory Board’s recommendation and recommends funding four projects
totaling $5,747,306 as described in the 2023 SKHHP Housing Capital Fund Recommendation memo dated
January 17, 2024 (attached).
The SKHHP Executive Board requests approval to use $217,088 of the total $246,643 contributed funds
from 2023 from the City of Renton for the following recommended projects:
Project Sponsor and
Project Name
Location # of
Units
Total
Development
Cost
Total SKHHP
Contribution
Total City
Contribution
Mercy Housing NW –
Kent Multicultural Village
Kent 199 $134,323,456 $1,000,000 $0
LIHI – Skway Affordable
Housing and Early
Learning Center
Skyway 55 $36,295,892 $2,800,000 $0
TWG – Pandion at Star
Lake
Kent 168 $87,149,708 $1,170,000 $0
Multi-Service Center –
Victorian Place II
Des
Moines
20 $785,125 $777,306 $217,088
As outlined in the attached memo, sales and use tax receipts from your jurisdiction have already been
contributed to SKHHP’s 2023 Housing Capital Fund, and with this Council approval of $217,088 those
funds may be allocated to the projects recommended by the SKHHP Executive Board. Detailed
descriptions of the projects, funding requests, rationale, and recommended conditions of funding for
projects by the SKHHP Executive Board are included in the attached memo.
If not approved, SKHHP will not have Renton’s funds to contribute to the regional efforts to advance
affordable housing projects that meet urgent local needs and priorities.
Recommendation:
Adopt Resolution _____ to authorize the allocation of $217,088 from the City of Renton’s contribution to
the SKHHP Housing Capital Fund to finance affordable housing in South King County communities in
concurrence with the SKHHP Executive Board’s recommendation.
AGENDA ITEM #6. b)
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Memorandum
South King Housing and Homelessness Partners
TO: City of Auburn City Council City of Kent City Council
City of Burien City Council City of Normandy Park City Council
City of Covington City Council City of Renton City Council
City of Des Moines City Council City of Tukwila City Council
City of Federal Way City Council
FROM: SKHHP Executive Board
DATE: January 17, 2024
RE: 2023 SKHHP Housing Capital Fund Recommendation
OVERVIEW
The 2023 SKHHP Housing Capital Fund was the second funding round made possible by pooling
resources among SKHHP member jurisdictions. 2023 was the first year members pooled funds sourced
from HB 1590, which led to quadrupling the amount of funding available over the previous year totaling
$5,899,297. SKHHP received six applications for funding representing over $8.6 million in requests to
develop or preserve 493 units of housing. The SKHHP Executive Board concurred with the majority of
the SKHHP Advisory Board’s recommendation and recommends funding four projects totaling
$5,747,306 (see Table 1). Of this total, the Executive Board recommends using $777,306 of the total
$928,812 sourced from SHB 1406 revenue contributions for one preservation project; and $4,970,000
sourced from HB 1590 revenue contributions for three new construction projects. This
recommendation leaves a balance of $151,506 in SHB 1406 funds and $485 in HB 1590 funds in the
Housing Capital Fund that will rollover into the next funding round in 2024 (see Tables 2 and 3). A
summary of the recommended projects, funding rationale, and the conditions for funding are described
in this memo. Included as an attachment are the economic summaries of the recommended projects.
Table 1: Recommended Projects and Recommended Funding Level
Project
Sponsor
Location # of
Units
Project type Amount
requested
Recommended
Funding – HB 1590
Recommended
Funding – SHB 1406
Mercy
Housing NW
Kent 199 New Construction
Rental
$1,000,000 $1,000,000 --
LIHI Skyway 55 New Construction
Rental
$2,800,000 $2,800,000 --
TWG Kent 168 New Construction
Rental
$2,856,000 $1,170,000 --
Multi-Service
Center
Des
Moines
20 Preservation
Rental
$500,000 -- $777,306
TOTAL -- 442 -- -- $4,970,000 $777,306
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Table 2: Proposed HB 1590 Allocations by Jurisdiction for Recommended Projects
Jurisdiction 1. Mercy
Housing-KMV 2. LIHI-Skyway 3. TWG-
Pandion
Total Contributed
in 2023 Unallocated
Covington $ 88,126 $ 246,752 $ 103,107 $ 438,028 $ 43
Kent $ 911,874 $ 2,553,248 $ 1,066,893 $ 4,532,457 $ 442
Total $ 1,000,000 $ 2,800,000 $ 1,170,000 $ 4,970,485 $ 485
Table 3: Proposed SHB 1406 Allocations by Jurisdiction for Recommended Projects
Jurisdiction
4. MSC-
Victorian Place
II
Total
Contributed in
2023
Carry-Over from
2022 Unallocated
Auburn $ 137,595 $ 152,865 $ 11,548 $ 26,819
Burien $ 63,128 $ 69,897 $ 5,535 $ 12,304
Des Moines $ 30,261 $ 34,301 $ 1,858 $ 5,898
Federal Way $ 119,468 $ 133,558 $ 9,196 $ 23,286
Kent $ 188,422 $ 212,655 $ 12,493 $ 36,726
Normandy Park $ 5,942 $ 6,992 $ 108 $ 1,158
Renton $ 217,088 $ 246,643 $ 12,758 $ 42,313
Tukwila $ 15,402 $ 17,233 $ 1,171 $ 3,002
Total $ 777,306 $ 874,145 $ 54,667 $ 151,506
BACKGROUND
The SKHHP Advisory Board met on October 5, 2023 and November 2, 2023 to review project
applications and develop a funding recommendation for the SKHHP Executive Board’s consideration.
The SKHHP Executive Board met on October 20, 2023 and November 17, 2023 to review each project
and consider the recommendations of the Advisory Board. The Advisory Board adopted its
recommendation on November 2, 2023 and the Executive Board took final action on November 17,
2023.
PROCESS
ATTACHMENTS
1. Economic summaires for recommended projects
Advisory Board
recommendation
(November 2, 2023)
Executive Board finalized
recommendation
(November 17, 2023
Member Councils to approve
funding recommendation
(February-April 2024)
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1. Mercy Housing NW - Kent Multicultural Village
Funding request: $1,000,000
Executive Board recommendation: $1,000,000 (forgivable loan)
Address: 23446 Pacific Highway South, Kent, WA 98032
PROJECT SUMMARY
Kent Multicultural Village is a 199-unit multifamily rental project in Kent adjacent to the future Kent Des
Moines Link light rail station. The light rail station is scheduled to open in 2026. The project will support
households earning 30% area median income (AMI) to 80% AMI with a 20% set-aside (39 units) for
households with an intellectual and/or developmental disability (I/DD). The I/DD units will benefit from
on-site supportive services. A 30% set-aside (61 units) will be for families with children. The project
includes studios, 1-bedrooms, 2-bedrooms, and three-bedroom units. The site is comprised of eight
stories and will include a community center, a family resource center, and a licensed early learning
facility with six classrooms to accommodate 96 infants and children with a focus on serving children with
I/DD. The project was awarded the RFP by Sound Transit to be located on surplus land, but the terms of
development are forthcoming, and the final project may be slightly different than described. 39 units
are eligible for SKHHP funds sourced from HB 1590 revenue.
The project is a partnership between Mercy Housing NW and Open Doors for Multicultural Families,
who will provide support to the I/DD households and will relocate their headquarters to the property.
Open Doors for Multicultural Families will also operate the Community Center which will include space
for recreational activities and community-focused programming. Open Doors for Multicultural Families
is a non-profit organization dedicated to meeting the needs of persons of color living with I/DD,
especially immigrants and refugees.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Activity Date
Site Control 2024 – to be coordinated in Sound Transit negotiations
Building Permits Issued 4/2025
Begin Construction 6/2025
Begin Lease Up 2/2027
Certificate of Occupancy Issued 6/2027
First LIHTC Year Start 6/2027
100% Lease Up 2/2028
FUNDING RATIONALE
The Executive Board supports the intent of this application for the following reasons:
• The project has a 20% set-aside for households with an I/DD.
• The project serves a diverse range of incomes from 30% AMI to 80% AMI.
• The project proposal is thorough, well planned, and has funding commitments already
established.
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• The project is located adjacent to the future Kent Des Moines Link light rail station and has
convenient access to transit, schools, medical clinics, grocery stores, and services.
• The project strongly aligns with SKHHP Housing Capital Fund adopted priorities including: being
a transit-oriented development (TOD) project, collaboration with local community-based
organizations, addressing the needs of populations most disproportionately impacted by
housing costs, advancing economic opportunity due to its proximity to the future Link light rail
station and other amenities, advancing geographic equity of the Housing Capital Fund, and the
leverage of private and public investment.
• Mercy Housing NW is a well-established nonprofit developer in the region.
• A third-party construction report found the proposed budget to be appropriate.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS
Standard Conditions
1. Contractor shall provide SKHHP with development and operating budgets based upon
actual funding commitments for approval by SKHHP staff. Contractor must notify
SKHHP staff immediately if it is unable to adhere to these budgets, and must submit
new budget(s) to SKHHP staff for approval. SKHHP staff shall not unreasonably withhold
its approval of these budget(s), so long as they do not materially or adversely change
the Project. This shall be a continuing obligation of the Contractor. Contractor’s failure
to adhere to budgets (either original or new/amended) may result in SKHHP’s
withdrawal of its funding commitment. Contractor must prepare and submit final
budgets to SKHHP at the time it starts project construction and at the project’s
completion.
2. Contractor shall submit to SKHHP evidence of funding commitments from all proposed
public and private funding sources. If Contractor cannot secure an identified
commitment within an application’s time frame, Contractor shall immediately notify
SKHHP staff and describe its anticipated actions and time frame for securing alternative
funding.
3. Contractor shall use SKHHP provided funds toward specific project costs as included in
the funding agreement and consistent with RCW 82.14.530. Contractor may not use
SKHHP funds for any other purpose unless SKHHP staff authorizes such alternate use in
writing. If budget line items with unexpended balances exist after completion of the
project, SKHHP and other public funders shall approve adjustments to the project
capital sources (including potential reductions in public fund loan balances).
4. Contractor shall evaluate and consider maximizing sustainability features for the Project
(such as an efficient building envelope and heat pumps) and shall propose a plan to
maximize the Project’s sustainability.
5. If Contractor uses federal funds toward the Project, it must meet applicable federal
guidelines, including but not limited to: contractor solicitation; bidding and selection;
wage rates; and federal laws and regulations.
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6. Contractor shall maintain documentation of any necessary land use approvals, permits,
and licenses required by the jurisdiction in which the project is located.
7. Quarterly Status Reports. Contractor is required to provide SKHHP with quarterly status
reports for projects funded through SKHHP’s Housing Capital Fund during the project’s
development stage (from the time funds are awarded until the project’s completion and
occupancy). These quarterly reports must include at a minimum the status of funds
expended and progress to date. SKHHP will rely on these quarterly reports to determine
whether Contractor is making satisfactory progress on the project. Contractor shall
submit a final budget to SKHHP upon project completion. If applicable, Contractor shall
submit initial tenant information as required by SKHHP.
8. SKHHP will inspect the project site at least once during the project’s construction.
9. Ongoing Monitoring. After occupancy, Contractor will submit annual reports to SKHHP
summarizing the number of project beneficiaries, housing expenses for the target
population, and the proportion of those beneficiaries that are low- and/or moderate-
income and that meet other eligibility criteria established in the Contract. In addition,
for projects with loan payments, Contractor must annually report financial information
to SKHHP that it will use to assess contingent loan payments and project health. These
annual reports will be required for the full duration of affordability. SKHHP will also
periodically evaluate all projects for long term sustainability.
10. For rental projects, Contractor shall maintain the project in good and habitable
condition for the duration of its affordability term.
11. SKHHP shall reimburse the Contractor for satisfactory completion of the requirements
specified in the Contract and upon Contractor’s submission to SKHHP of invoices and
supporting documentation of eligible expenses.
12. A covenant is recorded ensuring affordability for at least 50 years, with unit size,
number of units, and affordability distribution established prior to executing Contract.
Special Conditions
1. SKHHP will provide project funds to the Contractor in the form of a deferred,
contingent, forgivable loan. Loan terms will account for various factors, including loan
terms from other fund sources and available cash flow. Final loan terms shall be
determined prior to release of funds and must be approved by SKHHP staff. The loan
will be secured by a deed of trust recorded against the development property to ensure
that Contractor maintains the project’s affordability and target population. Contractor
shall not be required to repay the loan so long as it maintains these project
requirements.
2. Timeframe for funding commitment. The funding commitment continues for thirty-six
(36) months from the date of Council approval and shall expire thereafter if all
conditions are not satisfied. An extension may be requested to SKHHP staff no later
than sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date. At that time, the Agency will provide a
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status report on progress to date and expected schedule for start of construction and
project completion. The SKHHP Executive Board will consider a twelve-month extension
only on the basis of documented, meaningful progress in bringing the project to
readiness or completion. At a minimum, the Contractor will demonstrate that all capital
funding has been secured or is likely to be secured within a reasonable period of time.
3. At least 39 of the housing units shall be set-aside for households with an I/DD who earn
no more than 60% AMI. Use of funds and population eligibility must be in-alignment
with RCW 82.14.530.
4. SKHHP funds shall be used solely for new construction, unless otherwise approved by
SKHHP staff.
5. Receipt of the documentation of remediation results and Department of Ecology
approval of remediation efforts shall be submitted to SKHHP prior to proceeding with
construction.
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2. Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI) - Skyway Affordable Housing and Early Learning Center
Funding request: $2,800,000
Executive Board recommendation: $2,800,000 (forgivable loan)
Address: 12712-12724 & 12742 Renton Ave. South, Seattle, WA 98178
PROJECT SUMMARY
Skyway Affordable Housing and Early Learning Center is a multifamily rental project in Unincorporated
King County. The project will provide 55 housing units for individuals and families, including 12 studios,
19 one-bedroom, 13 two-bedroom, and 11 three-bedroom units for households earning between 30%
and 50% AMI with a 75% set-aside (42 units) for households transitioning out of homelessness. An early
learning center will be located on the ground floor of the building, featuring four classrooms to
accommodate up to 80 children, a parent resource room, and offices. The surrounding community will
be prioritized in the early learning center activities. Additional amenities include a community room,
case manager offices, and a roof deck for resident use. LIHI will provide on-site case management. This
project has been previously awarded predevelopment and acquisition funds from King County.
The project will serve individuals (25 units) and families (17 units) exiting homelessness earning 30%
AMI (42 total units) and will support general population households earning up to 50% AMI (12 units). A
common room will support all residents (1 unit). 42 units are eligible for SKHHP funds sourced from HB
1590 revenue.
Childhaven, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening families and preventing childhood trauma, plans to
lease the early learning center and relocate their program to the site and will assist in applying for local
funding for this portion of the project. The early learning center will be financed separately from the
residential space, without using tax credits on the commercial space.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Activity Date
Site Control 1/30/2023
Building Permits Issued 1/23/2025
Begin Construction 6/1/2025
Begin Lease Up 9/15/2026
Certificate of Occupancy Issued 10/15/2026
FUNDING RATIONALE
The Executive Board supports the intent of this application for the following reasons:
• The project has a 75% set-aside for households transitioning out of homelessness.
• The project brings quality, affordable housing to a historically underserved neighborhood.
• The project will house Childhaven on-site to run an early learning center.
• The project is located near schools, a library, and a future community center.
• The project strongly aligns with SKHHP Housing Capital Fund adopted priorities including:
collaboration with local community-based organizations, addressing the needs of populations
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most disproportionately impacted by housing costs, advancing geographic equity of the Housing
Capital Fund, leverage of private and public investment, and promoting racial equity by
prioritizing residents with a connection to the neighborhood.
• The project will prioritize residents with a connection to the neighborhood.
• LIHI is an established developer in the region.
• A third-party construction report found the proposed budget to be appropriate.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS
Standard Conditions
1. Contractor shall provide SKHHP with development and operating budgets based upon
actual funding commitments for approval by SKHHP staff. Contractor must notify
SKHHP staff immediately if it is unable to adhere to these budgets, and must submit
new budget(s) to SKHHP staff for approval. SKHHP staff shall not unreasonably withhold
its approval of these budget(s), so long as they do not materially or adversely change
the Project. This shall be a continuing obligation of the Contractor. Contractor’s failure
to adhere to budgets (either original or new/amended) may result in SKHHP’s
withdrawal of its funding commitment. Contractor must prepare and submit final
budgets to SKHHP at the time it starts project construction and at the project’s
completion.
2. Contractor shall submit to SKHHP evidence of funding commitments from all proposed
public and private funding sources. If Contractor cannot secure an identified
commitment within an application’s time frame, Contractor shall immediately notify
SKHHP staff and describe its anticipated actions and time frame for securing alternative
funding.
3. Contractor shall use SKHHP provided funds toward specific project costs as included in
the funding agreement and consistent with RCW 82.14.530. Contractor may not use
SKHHP funds for any other purpose unless SKHHP staff authorizes such alternate use in
writing. If budget line items with unexpended balances exist after completion of the
project, SKHHP and other public funders shall approve adjustments to the project
capital sources (including potential reductions in public fund loan balances).
4. Contractor shall evaluate and consider maximizing sustainability features for the Project
(such as an efficient building envelope and heat pumps) and shall propose a plan to
maximize the Project’s sustainability.
5. If Contractor uses federal funds toward the Project, it must meet applicable federal
guidelines, including but not limited to: contractor solicitation; bidding and selection;
wage rates; and federal laws and regulations.
6. Contractor shall maintain documentation of any necessary land use approvals, permits,
and licenses required by the jurisdiction in which the project is located.
7. Quarterly Status Reports. Contractor is required to provide SKHHP with quarterly status
reports for projects funded through SKHHP’s Housing Capital Fund during the project’s
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development stage (from the time funds are awarded until the project’s completion and
occupancy). These quarterly reports must include at a minimum the status of funds
expended and progress to date. SKHHP will rely on these quarterly reports to determine
whether Contractor is making satisfactory progress on the project. Contractor shall
submit a final budget to SKHHP upon project completion. If applicable, Contractor shall
submit initial tenant information as required by SKHHP.
8. SKHHP will inspect the project site at least once during the project’s construction.
9. Ongoing Monitoring. After occupancy, Contractor will submit annual reports to SKHHP
summarizing the number of project beneficiaries, housing expenses for the target
population, and the proportion of those beneficiaries that are low- and/or moderate-
income and that meet other eligibility criteria established in the Contract. In addition,
for projects with loan payments, Contractor must annually report financial information
to SKHHP that it will use to assess contingent loan payments and project health. These
annual reports will be required for the full duration of affordability. SKHHP will also
periodically evaluate all projects for long term sustainability.
10. For rental projects, Contractor shall maintain the project in good and habitable
condition for the duration of its affordability term.
11. SKHHP shall reimburse the Contractor for satisfactory completion of the requirements
specified in the Contract and upon Contractor’s submission to SKHHP of invoices and
supporting documentation of eligible expenses.
12. A covenant is recorded ensuring affordability for at least 50 years, with unit size,
number of units, and affordability distribution established prior to executing Contract.
Special Conditions
1. SKHHP will provide project funds to the Contractor in the form of a deferred,
contingent, forgivable loan. Loan terms will account for various factors, including loan
terms from other fund sources and available cash flow. Final loan terms shall be
determined prior to release of funds and must be approved by SKHHP staff. The loan
will be secured by a deed of trust recorded against the development property to ensure
that Contractor maintains the project’s affordability and target population. Contractor
shall not be required to repay the loan so long as it maintains these project
requirements.
2. Timeframe for funding commitment. The funding commitment continues for thirty-six
(36) months from the date of Council approval and shall expire thereafter if all
conditions are not satisfied. An extension may be requested to SKHHP staff no later
than sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date. At that time, the Agency will provide a
status report on progress to date and expected schedule for start of construction and
project completion. The SKHHP Executive Board will consider a twelve-month extension
only on the basis of documented, meaningful progress in bringing the project to
readiness or completion. At a minimum, the Contractor will demonstrate that all capital
funding has been secured or is likely to be secured within a reasonable period of time.
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3. At least 75% of the housing units shall be set-aside for households transitioning out of
homelessness and be for an eligible population defined in RCW 82.14.530 and who earn
no more than 60% AMI.
4. SKHHP funds shall be used solely for new construction, unless otherwise approved by
SKHHP staff.
5. LIHI shall reexamine the guest policy allowing only one guest at a time to determine if it
is necessary.
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3. TWG – Pandion at Star Lake
Funding request: $2,856,000
Executive Board recommendation: $1,170,000 (loan)
Address: 2526 S 272nd Street, Kent, WA 98059
PROJECT SUMMARY
The South Building (building one of two) of Pandion at Star Lake is a multifamily rental, mixed use
project consisting of 168 affordable housing units for households earning between 30% and 60% AMI in
Kent. The project is located adjacent to the Kent/Star Lake Link light rail station. This transit-oriented
development (TOD) project will provide a mix of studio, one, two and three-bedroom units. The project
will include ground floor commercial space consisting of an early learning center for low-income children
and other non-profit tenants. The property was purchased by the developer in December 2022. The
project is a seven-story building with six stories of affordable housing over one story of commercial
space, plus basement level parking.
The 168 units includes 109 units for the general population, 30 units for families with children, 25 units
for families with children that require permanent supportive services and who are transitioning out of
homelessness or are at-risk of homelessness, and 4 units supporting households with an intellectual
and/or developmental disability (I/DD) requiring supportive services.
Pandion at Star Lake is a partnership between TWG Development and Vision House, with Vision House
providing on-site supportive serves for 140 units or those receiving 4% LIHTC support. In collaboration
with the City of Kent, an additional service provider will be selected to serve residents of the remaining
28 units or those receiving 9% LIHTC support.
29 units of the project are eligible for HB 1590 funds which includes 25 units for families with children
transitioning out of homelessness or are at-risk of homelessness and require permanent supportive
services and the four units set-aside for I/DD households.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Activity Date
Site Control 12/6/2022
Building Permits Issued 10/1/2025
Begin Construction 12/31/2025
Certificate of Occupancy Issued 12/31/2027
Placed in service 1/1/2028
First LIHTC Year 2028
FUNDING RATIONALE
The Executive Board supports the intent of this application for the following reasons:
• The project is located adjacent to the future Kent/Star Lake Link light rail station and has
convenient access to transit, schools, grocery stores, and services.
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• The project strongly aligns with SKHHP Housing Capital Fund adopted priorities including: being
a transit-oriented development (TOD) project, collaboration with local community-based
organizations, addressing the needs of populations most disproportionately impacted by
housing costs, advancing economic opportunity due to its proximity to the future Link light rail
station and other amenities, advancing geographic equity of the Housing Capital Fund, and the
leverage of private and public investment.
• The project construction start date is anticipated by early 2026, six months later than other
recommended projects. The sponsor may have more time to secure the additional funds than
other projects prior to beginning construction.
• The project has a strong partnership with Vision House who will provide on-site supportive
services for 140 households.
• A second building supporting 173 units for seniors earning 80% to 100% AMI is part of the
overall project, but is not part of the application to public funders. The overall project supports
mixed-income housing from 30% AMI-100% AMI.
• The project sponsor has been in close communication with the City of Kent on project feasibility
and zoning requirements since the property was purchased in December 2022.
• The project sponsor has agreed to voluntarily meet the design standards for properties zoned as
‘Midway Transit Community,’ which is a higher degree of development than what is required
under general mixed-use commercial standards for the City of Kent.
• A third-party construction report found the proposed budget to be appropriate.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS
Standard Conditions
1. Contractor shall provide SKHHP with development and operating budgets based upon
actual funding commitments for approval by SKHHP staff. Contractor must notify
SKHHP staff immediately if it is unable to adhere to these budgets, and must submit
new budget(s) to SKHHP staff for approval. SKHHP staff shall not unreasonably withhold
its approval of these budget(s), so long as they do not materially or adversely change
the Project. This shall be a continuing obligation of the Contractor. Contractor’s failure
to adhere to budgets (either original or new/amended) may result in SKHHP’s
withdrawal of its funding commitment. Contractor must prepare and submit final
budgets to SKHHP at the time it starts project construction and at the project’s
completion.
2. Contractor shall submit to SKHHP evidence of funding commitments from all proposed
public and private funding sources. If Contractor cannot secure an identified
commitment within an application’s time frame, Contractor shall immediately notify
SKHHP staff and describe its anticipated actions and time frame for securing alternative
funding.
3. Contractor shall use SKHHP provided funds toward specific project costs as included in
the funding agreement and consistent with RCW 82.14.530. Contractor may not use
SKHHP funds for any other purpose unless SKHHP staff authorizes such alternate use in
writing. If budget line items with unexpended balances exist after completion of the
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project, SKHHP and other public funders shall approve adjustments to the project
capital sources (including potential reductions in public fund loan balances).
4. Contractor shall evaluate and consider maximizing sustainability features for the Project
(such as an efficient building envelope and heat pumps) and shall propose a plan to
maximize the Project’s sustainability.
5. If Contractor uses federal funds toward the Project, it must meet applicable federal
guidelines, including but not limited to: contractor solicitation; bidding and selection;
wage rates; and federal laws and regulations.
6. Contractor shall maintain documentation of any necessary land use approvals, permits,
and licenses required by the jurisdiction in which the project is located.
7. Quarterly Status Reports. Contractor is required to provide SKHHP with quarterly status
reports for projects funded through SKHHP’s Housing Capital Fund during the project’s
development stage (from the time funds are awarded until the project’s completion and
occupancy). These quarterly reports must include at a minimum the status of funds
expended and progress to date. SKHHP will rely on these quarterly reports to determine
whether Contractor is making satisfactory progress on the project. Contractor shall
submit a final budget to SKHHP upon project completion. If applicable, Contractor shall
submit initial tenant information as required by SKHHP.
8. SKHHP will inspect the project site at least once during the project’s construction.
9. Ongoing Monitoring. After occupancy, Contractor will submit annual reports to SKHHP
summarizing the number of project beneficiaries, housing expenses for the target
population, and the proportion of those beneficiaries that are low- and/or moderate-
income and that meet other eligibility criteria established in the Contract. In addition,
for projects with loan payments, Contractor must annually report financial information
to SKHHP that it will use to assess contingent loan payments and project health. These
annual reports will be required for the full duration of affordability. SKHHP will also
periodically evaluate all projects for long term sustainability.
10. For rental projects, Contractor shall maintain the project in good and habitable
condition for the duration of its affordability term.
11. SKHHP shall reimburse the Contractor for satisfactory completion of the requirements
specified in the Contract and upon Contractor’s submission to SKHHP of invoices and
supporting documentation of eligible expenses.
12. A covenant is recorded ensuring affordability for at least 50 years, with unit size,
number of units, and affordability distribution established prior to executing Contract.
Special Conditions
1. SKHHP will provide project funds to the Contractor in the form of a deferred, 1%
interest, non-forgivable loan to the LIHTC partnership. The form of the funds are
subject to change, but shall be agreed upon prior to contract execution. Loan terms will
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account for various factors, including loan terms from other fund sources and available
cash flow. Final loan terms shall be determined prior to release of funds and must be
approved by SKHHP staff. The loan will be secured by a deed of trust recorded against
the development property to ensure that Contractor maintains the project’s
affordability and target population.
2. Timeframe for funding commitment. The funding commitment continues for thirty-six
(36) months from the date of Council approval and shall expire thereafter if all
conditions are not satisfied. An extension may be requested to SKHHP staff no later
than sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date. At that time, the Agency will provide a
status report on progress to date and expected schedule for start of construction and
project completion. The SKHHP Executive Board will consider a twelve-month extension
only on the basis of documented, meaningful progress in bringing the project to
readiness or completion. At a minimum, the Contractor will demonstrate that all capital
funding has been secured or is likely to be secured within a reasonable period of time.
3. At least 29 housing units of the total shall be for an eligible population defined in RCW
82.14.530 including households transitioning out of homelessness or are at-risk of
homelessness or households with an I/DD and who also earn no more than 60% AMI.
4. SKHHP funds shall be used solely for new construction of the South Building, unless
otherwise approved by SKHHP staff.
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4. Multi-Service Center - Victorian Place II
Funding request: $500,000
Executive Board recommendation: $777,306 (grant)
Address: 24517 26th Place South, Des Moines, WA 98198
PROJECT SUMMARY
Victorian Place II is a multifamily, preservation 20-unit rental project in Des Moines. Since 1996, the
nonprofit Multi-Service Center has owned the two adjacent buildings that comprise the project which
includes five units for households earning up to 35% AMI, ten units for households up to 40% AMI, and
five units for households up to 50% AMI. The 20 three bedroom/two bath affordable rental units are in
active use and the target population is families with children.
The original request was for $500,000 in the form of a grant. Initial estimates were based on a 2018
construction estimate. An updated cost estimate of the project received on October 25, 2023 totaled
$675,918. The Advisory Board recommended fully funding the project at the revised amount, however,
after the recommendation was made, it was discovered that the revised estimate did not include
contingency funding. The Executive Board recommend funding the project with a 15% contingency
which totals $777,306.
SKHHP funds are requested to support the rehabilitation of the two buildings including: landscape
improvements, staircase repairs, installation of new railings, seal coating the parking lot, upgrading
external lighting, recoating tenant decks, installation of new siding, replacing gutters and downspouts,
replacing windows, replacing sliding glass doors, replacing unit entry doors, and replacing baseboard
heating with energy-efficient heating systems.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Activity Date
Site Control 1/1/2000
Building Permit Issued Mid-2024
Begin Rehabilitation and Renovation Mid-late 2024
End Rehabilitation and Renovation Mid-late 2025
FUNDING RATIONALE
The Advisory Board supports the intent of this application for the following reasons:
• There are limited funding sources available for preservation and rehabilitation. The focus for
larger public funders has historically been on creating new units of affordable housing. Smaller
preservation projects like this one are not as competitive against larger preservation projects
competing for the same funds.
• The property is in need of rehabilitation to support the health and safety of residents which are
families with children.
• Preservation of affordable housing is a high-priority for SKHHP.
• 75% of the households earn no more than 40% AMI.
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• The project’s proximity to the future Kent Des Moines Link light rail station an asset (1.3 miles).
• Multi-Service Center is a well-established South King County-based nonprofit that owns and
operates over 650 units of affordable housing.
• Multi-Service Center’s housing programs have a history of serving BIPOC community members
with 72% of clients self-identifying as BIPOC.
• The project strongly aligns with SKHHP Housing Capital Fund adopted priorities including: the
project sponsor’s community connection and engagement with the populations they intend to
serve, advancing racial equity, addressing the needs of populations most disproportionately
impacted by housing costs, advancing geographic equity of the Housing Capital Fund, and
preservation.
• Of the two applications submitted by the project sponsor, this project is the higher of the two
priorities as the larger housing units are more difficult for families in need to access, and the
current safety concerns at the project site are more immediate.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS
Standard Conditions
1. Contractor shall provide SKHHP with development and operating budgets based upon
actual funding commitments for approval by SKHHP staff. Contractor must notify
SKHHP staff immediately if it is unable to adhere to these budgets, and must submit
new budget(s) to SKHHP staff for approval. SKHHP staff shall not unreasonably withhold
its approval of these budget(s), so long as they do not materially or adversely change
the Project. This shall be a continuing obligation of the Contractor. Contractor’s failure
to adhere to budgets (either original or new/amended) may result in SKHHP’s
withdrawal of its funding commitment. Contractor must prepare and submit final
budgets to SKHHP at the time it starts project rehabilitation and at the project’s
completion.
2. Contractor shall submit to SKHHP evidence of funding commitments from all proposed
public and private funding sources. If Contractor cannot secure an identified
commitment within an application’s time frame, Contractor shall immediately notify
SKHHP staff and describe its anticipated actions and time frame for securing alternative
funding.
3. Contractor shall use SKHHP provided funds toward specific project costs as included in
the funding agreement and consistent with RCW 82.14.540. Contractor may not use
SKHHP funds for any other purpose unless SKHHP staff authorizes such alternate use in
writing. If budget line items with unexpended balances exist after completion of the
project, SKHHP shall approve adjustments to the project capital sources (including
potential reductions in public fund loan balances).
4. Contractor shall evaluate and consider maximizing sustainability features for the Project
(such as an efficient building envelope and heat pumps) and shall propose a plan to
maximize the Project’s sustainability.
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5. If Contractor uses federal funds toward the Project, it must meet applicable federal
guidelines, including but not limited to: contractor solicitation; bidding and selection;
wage rates; and federal laws and regulations.
6. Contractor shall maintain documentation of any necessary land use approvals, permits,
and licenses required by the jurisdiction in which the project is located.
7. Quarterly Status Reports. Contractor is required to provide SKHHP with quarterly status
reports for projects funded through SKHHP’s Housing Capital Fund during the project’s
development stage (from the time funds are awarded until the project’s completion).
These quarterly reports must include at a minimum the status of funds expended and
progress to date. SKHHP will rely on these quarterly reports to determine whether
Contractor is making satisfactory progress on the project. Contractor shall submit a final
budget to SKHHP upon project completion. If applicable, Contractor shall submit initial
tenant information as required by SKHHP.
8. SKHHP will inspect the project site at least once during the project’s rehabilitation.
9. Ongoing Monitoring. After occupancy, Contractor will submit annual reports to SKHHP
summarizing the number of project beneficiaries, housing expenses for the target
population, and the proportion of those beneficiaries that are low- and/or moderate-
income and that meet other eligibility criteria established in the Contract. In addition,
for projects with loan payments, Contractor must annually report financial information
to SKHHP that it will use to assess contingent loan payments and project health. These
annual reports will be required for the full duration of affordability. SKHHP will also
periodically evaluate all projects for long term sustainability.
10. For rental projects, Contractor shall maintain the project in good and habitable
condition for the duration of its affordability term.
11. SKHHP shall reimburse the Contractor for satisfactory completion of the requirements
specified in the Contract and upon Contractor’s submission to SKHHP of invoices and
supporting documentation of eligible expenses.
12. A covenant is recorded ensuring affordability for at least 50 years, with unit size,
number of units, and affordability distribution established prior to executing Contract.
Special Conditions
1. SKHHP will provide project funds to the Contractor in the form of a secured grant with
no repayment. Final Contract terms shall be determined prior to release of funds and
must be approved by SKHHP staff. The grant will be secured by a deed of trust recorded
against the property to ensure that Contractor maintains the project’s affordability and
target population. Contractor shall not be required to repay the grant so long as it
maintains these project requirements.
2. Timeframe for funding commitment. The funding commitment continues for thirty-six
(36) months from the date of Council approval and shall expire thereafter if all
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conditions are not satisfied. An extension may be requested to SKHHP staff no later
than sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date. At that time, the Agency will provide a
status report on progress to date and expected schedule for start of construction and
project completion. The SKHHP Executive Board will consider a twelve-month extension
only on the basis of documented, meaningful progress in bringing the project to
readiness or completion. At a minimum, the Contractor will demonstrate that all capital
funding has been secured or is likely to be secured within a reasonable period of time.
3. SKHHP funds shall be used solely for the rehabilitation of the property to include, but
not be limited to, the following, unless otherwise approved by SKHHP staff:
a. landscape improvements
b. staircase repairs
c. installation of new railings
d. seal coating the parking lot
e. upgrading external lighting
f. recoating tenant decks
g. installation of new siding
h. applying exterior paint
i. replacing gutters and downspouts
j. replacing windows
k. replacing sliding glass doors
l. replacing unit entry doors
m. replacing baseboard heating with energy-efficient heating systems
4. SKHHP and Contractor shall agree to the specifics on what will be funded prior to
executing a contract to ensure eligibility of expenses in alignment with RCW 82.14.540
and to mitigate cost-overruns.
5. Five housing units shall serve households earning up to 35% AMI, ten units for
households up to 40% AMI, and five units for households up to 50% AMI for the
duration of the term of affordability.
6. Should cost overruns occur that require funds above SKHHP’s contribution, sponsor will
work towards filling the funding need through their capital budget process or seeking
funds through other sources.
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ATTACHMENT 1: Economic Summaries of Recommended Projects
Project: Mercy Housing NW – Kent Multicultural Village
Proposed Funding Sources by Amounts and Status
Funding source Proposed Amount Status
SKHHP $1,000,000 Applied
4% LIHTC Equity $48,849,278 Applied
King County (2022) $5,000,000 Committed
GP Equity $1,000 Self-funded
Permanent Loan $23,500,000 Applied
State HTF $8,000,000 Awarded
Deferred Fee $4,850,000 Self-funded
Amazon Grant $2,000,000 Applied
Amazon Loan $11,369,574 Applied
Private: Non-Residential $7,841,869 Will Apply
State: Non-Residential $10,735,000 Will Apply
Federal: Non-Residential $2,552,000 Will Apply
County: Non-Residential $3,150,000 Will Apply
Debt: Non-Residential $5,474,735 Will Apply
TOTAL $134,323,456
Proposed Use of Funds and Total Residential Cost Per Unit
Proposed use Amount Per Unit
Land acquisition $384,504 --
Construction costs $98,698,553 --
Soft costs $12,761,870 --
Development costs $8,372,636 --
Other development costs $4,002,261 --
Community facility $9,402,356 --
4% bond issuance $701,276 --
TOTAL $134,323,456 --
TOTAL NON-RESIDENTIAL $29,753,604 --
TOTAL RESIDENTIAL (Includes common areas) $104,569,852 $525,476
Residential Cost Per Square Foot
Item Amount
Residential square footage 246,019
Residential development cost $104,569,852
Cost per square foot $425.05
Residential Cost Per Unit Based on Unit Size
Unit Size Number of Units Unit Square Footage Cost per Unit
Average Studio 54 392 $166,619
Average 1-bedroom 40 484 $205,724
Average 2-bedroom 65 710 $301,785
Average 3-bedroom 40 982 $417,399
Common area and other residential
spaces, including parking
-- 85,700 $36,426,785
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Project: LIHI – Skyway Affordable Housing and Early Learning Center
Proposed Funding Sources by Amounts and Status
Funding source Proposed Amount Status
SKHHP $2,800,000 Applied
State HTF $7,465,748 Will apply in fall 2024
King County 2023 $2,500,000 Awarded $2.1M
9% LIHTC $13,080,144 Will apply in fall 2024
King County 2022 (pre-development funds) $2,500,000 Received
Direct Appropriations-Federal $700,000 Received
Direct Appropriations-State $3,000,000 Received
Wyncote Foundation $1,000,000 Received
PSTAA $300,000 Received
TOTAL $36,295,892
Proposed Use of Funds and Total Residential Cost Per Unit
Proposed use Amount Cost per Unit
Land acquisition $2,041,000 --
Construction costs $26,761,254 --
Soft costs $4,624,073 --
Development costs $1,737,565 --
Other development costs $1,132,000 --
TOTAL $36,295,892 --
TOTAL NON-RESIDENTIAL $3,250,000 --
TOTAL RESIDENTIAL (Includes common areas) $33,045,892 $600,834
Residential Cost Per Square Foot
Item Amount
Residential square footage 50,608
Residential development cost $33,045,892
Cost per square foot $652.97
Residential Cost Per Unit Based on Unit Size
Unit Size Number of Units Unit Square
Footage
Cost per Unit
Average studio square footage 12 400 $261,188
Average 1-bedroom square footage 19 516 $336,932
Average 2-bedroom square footage 13 816 $532,823
Average 3-bedroom square footage 11 900 587,673
Common area and other residential spaces,
including parking
-- 12,121 $7,914,649
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Project: TWG – Pandion at Star Lake
Proposed Funding Sources by Amounts and Status
Funding source Proposed Amount Status
SKHHP $2,856,000 Applied
LIHTC & Energy Credits $31,023,163 Applied
Amazon $22,000,000 Applied
Permanent Loan $15,340,000 Applied
State HTF $4,218,915 Applied-Not
awarded in 2023
King County $4,500,000 Applied-Not
awarded in 2023
Deferred Development Fee $2,355,370 Self-funded
Non-Residential Commercial $4,856,260 --
TOTAL $87,149,708
Proposed Use of Funds and Total Residential Cost Per Unit
Proposed use Amount Per Unit
Land acquisition $3,435,523 --
Construction costs $63,626,629 --
Soft costs $9,689,519 --
Development costs $6,902,268 --
Other Development costs $3,154,594 --
4% Bond Issuance $341,175 --
TOTAL $87,149,708 --
TOTAL NON-RESIDENTIAL $4,856,260 --
TOTAL RESIDENTIAL (Includes common areas) $82,293,448 $489,841
Residential Cost Per Square Foot
Item Amount
Residential square footage 180,197
Residential development cost $82,293,448
Cost per square foot $456.68
Residential Cost Per Unit Based on Unit Size
Unit Size Number of Units Unit Square
Footage
Cost per Unit
Average Studio 30 381 $173,995
Average 1-bedroom 78 615 $280,858
Average 2-bedroom 24 950 $433,846
Average 3-bedroom 36 1,095 $500,064
Common area and other residential spaces,
including parking
-- 59,772 $27,296,676
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Project: Multi-Service Center - Victorian Place II
Proposed Funding Sources by Amounts and Status
Funding source Proposed Amount Status
SKHHP $777,306 Applied
Multi-Service Center $7,819 Self-Funded
TOTAL $785,125
Proposed Use of Funds and Total Residential Cost Per Unit
Proposed use Amount Per Unit
Title document recording fees $5,000 $250
Rehabilitation costs $780,125 $39,006
TOTAL $785,125 $39,256
AGENDA ITEM #6. b)
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CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. _______
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE
DULY-APPOINTED ADMINISTERING AGENCY FOR THE SOUTH KING HOUSING
AND HOMELESSNESS PARTNERS TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO
ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS FOR THE FUNDING OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING
PROJECTS, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE SKHHP EXECUTIVE BOARD, UTILIZING
FUNDS CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY TO THE SKHHP HOUSING CAPITAL FUND.
WHEREAS, on May 24, 2019 the City of Renton entered into an interlocal agreement
("2019 ILA") with eight (8) other south King County cities and King County to form the South King
Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP); and
WHEREAS, the 2019 ILA includes provisions for the establishment and administration of
the SKHHP Housing Capital Fund (“Capital Fund”); and
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2021 the City of Renton executed a Companion Agreement to enter
onto an Interlocal Agreement (“2021 ILA”) for the purposes of pooling sales tax to the Capital
Fund to administer funds pursuant to RCW 82.14.540; and; and
WHEREAS, in 2023, SKHHP solicited and reviewed project applications for the Capital
Fund; and
WHEREAS, on November 17, 2023, the SKHHP Executive Board concurred with the
recommendation of the SKHHP Advisory Board to provide funding from the Capital Fund to four
(4) projects totaling projects totaling $5,747,306 as described in Exhibit A attached hereto; and
WHEREAS, the City of Renton’s proposed allocation is $217,088 of Renton’s $259,401
Individual Account funds pooled to the Capital Fund for one of the four projects; and
AGENDA ITEM #6. b)
RESOLUTION NO. _______
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the 2019 ILA, in order to participate in funding a project or
program in the Capital Fund expenditure, the Renton City Council must authorize the specific
allocation of the City’s funds for the project or program; and
WHEREAS, the SKHHP Executive Board has recommended conditions to ensure that the
City’s affordable housing funds are used for their intended purpose and that projects maintain
their affordability over time, as described in Exhibit A attached hereto; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to use $217,088 from funds contributed to the SKHHP
Housing Capital Fund as designated below to finance the project as recommended by the SKHHP
Executive Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. Pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement, the City Council authorizes the duly-
appointed administering agency of SKHHP to execute all documents and take all necessary
actions to enter into agreements on behalf of the City to fund the rehabilitation of the Multi -
Service Center’s Victorian Place II, one of four Capital Fund projects, identified and described in
Exhibit A attached and incorporated by reference hereto, in a total of $217,088 from the City’s
SHB 1406 (RCW 82.14) contribution.
SECTION II. The City of Renton further authorizes the duly-appointed administering
agency of SKHHP to ensure that, in alignment with recommendations from the SKHHP Executive
Board in the attached Exhibit A, all agreements entered into pursuant to Section I of this
Resolution shall include terms and conditions to ensure that the City’s funds are used for their
intended purpose and that the projects maintain affordability over time.
AGENDA ITEM #6. b)
RESOLUTION NO. _______
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PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL the day of , 2024.
______________________________
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this day of , 2024.
______________________________
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
RES- CED:24RES008:02/21/2024
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Memorandum
South King Housing and Homelessness Partners
TO: City of Auburn City Council City of Kent City Council
City of Burien City Council City of Normandy Park City Council
City of Covington City Council City of Renton City Council
City of Des Moines City Council City of Tukwila City Council
City of Federal Way City Council
FROM: SKHHP Executive Board
DATE: January 17, 2024
RE: 2023 SKHHP Housing Capital Fund Recommendation
OVERVIEW
The 2023 SKHHP Housing Capital Fund was the second funding round made possible by pooling
resources among SKHHP member jurisdictions. 2023 was the first year members pooled funds sourced
from HB 1590, which led to quadrupling the amount of funding available over the previous year totaling
$5,899,297. SKHHP received six applications for funding representing over $8.6 million in requests to
develop or preserve 493 units of housing. The SKHHP Executive Board concurred with the majority of
the SKHHP Advisory Board’s recommendation and recommends funding four projects totaling
$5,747,306 (see Table 1). Of this total, the Executive Board recommends using $777,306 of the total
$928,812 sourced from SHB 1406 revenue contributions for one preservation project; and $4,970,000
sourced from HB 1590 revenue contributions for three new construction projects. This
recommendation leaves a balance of $151,506 in SHB 1406 funds and $485 in HB 1590 funds in the
Housing Capital Fund that will rollover into the next funding round in 2024 (see Tables 2 and 3). A
summary of the recommended projects, funding rationale, and the conditions for funding are described
in this memo. Included as an attachment are the economic summaries of the recommended projects.
Table 1: Recommended Projects and Recommended Funding Level
Project
Sponsor
Location # of
Units
Project type Amount
requested
Recommended
Funding – HB 1590
Recommended
Funding – SHB 1406
Mercy
Housing NW
Kent 199 New Construction
Rental
$1,000,000 $1,000,000 --
LIHI Skyway 55 New Construction
Rental
$2,800,000 $2,800,000 --
TWG Kent 168 New Construction
Rental
$2,856,000 $1,170,000 --
Multi-Service
Center
Des
Moines
20 Preservation
Rental
$500,000 -- $777,306
TOTAL -- 442 -- -- $4,970,000 $777,306
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Table 2: Proposed HB 1590 Allocations by Jurisdiction for Recommended Projects
Jurisdiction 1. Mercy
Housing-KMV 2. LIHI-Skyway 3. TWG-
Pandion
Total Contributed
in 2023 Unallocated
Covington $ 88,126 $ 246,752 $ 103,107 $ 438,028 $ 43
Kent $ 911,874 $ 2,553,248 $ 1,066,893 $ 4,532,457 $ 442
Total $ 1,000,000 $ 2,800,000 $ 1,170,000 $ 4,970,485 $ 485
Table 3: Proposed SHB 1406 Allocations by Jurisdiction for Recommended Projects
Jurisdiction
4. MSC-
Victorian Place
II
Total
Contributed in
2023
Carry-Over from
2022 Unallocated
Auburn $ 137,595 $ 152,865 $ 11,548 $ 26,819
Burien $ 63,128 $ 69,897 $ 5,535 $ 12,304
Des Moines $ 30,261 $ 34,301 $ 1,858 $ 5,898
Federal Way $ 119,468 $ 133,558 $ 9,196 $ 23,286
Kent $ 188,422 $ 212,655 $ 12,493 $ 36,726
Normandy Park $ 5,942 $ 6,992 $ 108 $ 1,158
Renton $ 217,088 $ 246,643 $ 12,758 $ 42,313
Tukwila $ 15,402 $ 17,233 $ 1,171 $ 3,002
Total $ 777,306 $ 874,145 $ 54,667 $ 151,506
BACKGROUND
The SKHHP Advisory Board met on October 5, 2023 and November 2, 2023 to review project
applications and develop a funding recommendation for the SKHHP Executive Board’s consideration.
The SKHHP Executive Board met on October 20, 2023 and November 17, 2023 to review each project
and consider the recommendations of the Advisory Board. The Advisory Board adopted its
recommendation on November 2, 2023 and the Executive Board took final action on November 17,
2023.
PROCESS
ATTACHMENTS
1. Economic summaires for recommended projects
Advisory Board
recommendation
(November 2, 2023)
Executive Board finalized
recommendation
(November 17, 2023
Member Councils to approve
funding recommendation
(February-April 2024)
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1. Mercy Housing NW - Kent Multicultural Village
Funding request: $1,000,000
Executive Board recommendation: $1,000,000 (forgivable loan)
Address: 23446 Pacific Highway South, Kent, WA 98032
PROJECT SUMMARY
Kent Multicultural Village is a 199-unit multifamily rental project in Kent adjacent to the future Kent Des
Moines Link light rail station. The light rail station is scheduled to open in 2026. The project will support
households earning 30% area median income (AMI) to 80% AMI with a 20% set-aside (39 units) for
households with an intellectual and/or developmental disability (I/DD). The I/DD units will benefit from
on-site supportive services. A 30% set-aside (61 units) will be for families with children. The project
includes studios, 1-bedrooms, 2-bedrooms, and three-bedroom units. The site is comprised of eight
stories and will include a community center, a family resource center, and a licensed early learning
facility with six classrooms to accommodate 96 infants and children with a focus on serving children with
I/DD. The project was awarded the RFP by Sound Transit to be located on surplus land, but the terms of
development are forthcoming, and the final project may be slightly different than described. 39 units
are eligible for SKHHP funds sourced from HB 1590 revenue.
The project is a partnership between Mercy Housing NW and Open Doors for Multicultural Families,
who will provide support to the I/DD households and will relocate their headquarters to the property.
Open Doors for Multicultural Families will also operate the Community Center which will include space
for recreational activities and community-focused programming. Open Doors for Multicultural Families
is a non-profit organization dedicated to meeting the needs of persons of color living with I/DD,
especially immigrants and refugees.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Activity Date
Site Control 2024 – to be coordinated in Sound Transit negotiations
Building Permits Issued 4/2025
Begin Construction 6/2025
Begin Lease Up 2/2027
Certificate of Occupancy Issued 6/2027
First LIHTC Year Start 6/2027
100% Lease Up 2/2028
FUNDING RATIONALE
The Executive Board supports the intent of this application for the following reasons:
• The project has a 20% set-aside for households with an I/DD.
• The project serves a diverse range of incomes from 30% AMI to 80% AMI.
• The project proposal is thorough, well planned, and has funding commitments already
established.
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• The project is located adjacent to the future Kent Des Moines Link light rail station and has
convenient access to transit, schools, medical clinics, grocery stores, and services.
• The project strongly aligns with SKHHP Housing Capital Fund adopted priorities including: being
a transit-oriented development (TOD) project, collaboration with local community-based
organizations, addressing the needs of populations most disproportionately impacted by
housing costs, advancing economic opportunity due to its proximity to the future Link light rail
station and other amenities, advancing geographic equity of the Housing Capital Fund, and the
leverage of private and public investment.
• Mercy Housing NW is a well-established nonprofit developer in the region.
• A third-party construction report found the proposed budget to be appropriate.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS
Standard Conditions
1. Contractor shall provide SKHHP with development and operating budgets based upon
actual funding commitments for approval by SKHHP staff. Contractor must notify
SKHHP staff immediately if it is unable to adhere to these budgets, and must submit
new budget(s) to SKHHP staff for approval. SKHHP staff shall not unreasonably withhold
its approval of these budget(s), so long as they do not materially or adversely change
the Project. This shall be a continuing obligation of the Contractor. Contractor’s failure
to adhere to budgets (either original or new/amended) may result in SKHHP’s
withdrawal of its funding commitment. Contractor must prepare and submit final
budgets to SKHHP at the time it starts project construction and at the project’s
completion.
2. Contractor shall submit to SKHHP evidence of funding commitments from all proposed
public and private funding sources. If Contractor cannot secure an identified
commitment within an application’s time frame, Contractor shall immediately notify
SKHHP staff and describe its anticipated actions and time frame for securing alternative
funding.
3. Contractor shall use SKHHP provided funds toward specific project costs as included in
the funding agreement and consistent with RCW 82.14.530. Contractor may not use
SKHHP funds for any other purpose unless SKHHP staff authorizes such alternate use in
writing. If budget line items with unexpended balances exist after completion of the
project, SKHHP and other public funders shall approve adjustments to the project
capital sources (including potential reductions in public fund loan balances).
4. Contractor shall evaluate and consider maximizing sustainability features for the Project
(such as an efficient building envelope and heat pumps) and shall propose a plan to
maximize the Project’s sustainability.
5. If Contractor uses federal funds toward the Project, it must meet applicable federal
guidelines, including but not limited to: contractor solicitation; bidding and selection;
wage rates; and federal laws and regulations.
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6. Contractor shall maintain documentation of any necessary land use approvals, permits,
and licenses required by the jurisdiction in which the project is located.
7. Quarterly Status Reports. Contractor is required to provide SKHHP with quarterly status
reports for projects funded through SKHHP’s Housing Capital Fund during the project’s
development stage (from the time funds are awarded until the project’s completion and
occupancy). These quarterly reports must include at a minimum the status of funds
expended and progress to date. SKHHP will rely on these quarterly reports to determine
whether Contractor is making satisfactory progress on the project. Contractor shall
submit a final budget to SKHHP upon project completion. If applicable, Contractor shall
submit initial tenant information as required by SKHHP.
8. SKHHP will inspect the project site at least once during the project’s construction.
9. Ongoing Monitoring. After occupancy, Contractor will submit annual reports to SKHHP
summarizing the number of project beneficiaries, housing expenses for the target
population, and the proportion of those beneficiaries that are low- and/or moderate-
income and that meet other eligibility criteria established in the Contract. In addition,
for projects with loan payments, Contractor must annually report financial information
to SKHHP that it will use to assess contingent loan payments and project health. These
annual reports will be required for the full duration of affordability. SKHHP will also
periodically evaluate all projects for long term sustainability.
10. For rental projects, Contractor shall maintain the project in good and habitable
condition for the duration of its affordability term.
11. SKHHP shall reimburse the Contractor for satisfactory completion of the requirements
specified in the Contract and upon Contractor’s submission to SKHHP of invoices and
supporting documentation of eligible expenses.
12. A covenant is recorded ensuring affordability for at least 50 years, with unit size,
number of units, and affordability distribution established prior to executing Contract.
Special Conditions
1. SKHHP will provide project funds to the Contractor in the form of a deferred,
contingent, forgivable loan. Loan terms will account for various factors, including loan
terms from other fund sources and available cash flow. Final loan terms shall be
determined prior to release of funds and must be approved by SKHHP staff. The loan
will be secured by a deed of trust recorded against the development property to ensure
that Contractor maintains the project’s affordability and target population. Contractor
shall not be required to repay the loan so long as it maintains these project
requirements.
2. Timeframe for funding commitment. The funding commitment continues for thirty-six
(36) months from the date of Council approval and shall expire thereafter if all
conditions are not satisfied. An extension may be requested to SKHHP staff no later
than sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date. At that time, the Agency will provide a
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status report on progress to date and expected schedule for start of construction and
project completion. The SKHHP Executive Board will consider a twelve-month extension
only on the basis of documented, meaningful progress in bringing the project to
readiness or completion. At a minimum, the Contractor will demonstrate that all capital
funding has been secured or is likely to be secured within a reasonable period of time.
3. At least 39 of the housing units shall be set-aside for households with an I/DD who earn
no more than 60% AMI. Use of funds and population eligibility must be in-alignment
with RCW 82.14.530.
4. SKHHP funds shall be used solely for new construction, unless otherwise approved by
SKHHP staff.
5. Receipt of the documentation of remediation results and Department of Ecology
approval of remediation efforts shall be submitted to SKHHP prior to proceeding with
construction.
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2. Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI) - Skyway Affordable Housing and Early Learning Center
Funding request: $2,800,000
Executive Board recommendation: $2,800,000 (forgivable loan)
Address: 12712-12724 & 12742 Renton Ave. South, Seattle, WA 98178
PROJECT SUMMARY
Skyway Affordable Housing and Early Learning Center is a multifamily rental project in Unincorporated
King County. The project will provide 55 housing units for individuals and families, including 12 studios,
19 one-bedroom, 13 two-bedroom, and 11 three-bedroom units for households earning between 30%
and 50% AMI with a 75% set-aside (42 units) for households transitioning out of homelessness. An early
learning center will be located on the ground floor of the building, featuring four classrooms to
accommodate up to 80 children, a parent resource room, and offices. The surrounding community will
be prioritized in the early learning center activities. Additional amenities include a community room,
case manager offices, and a roof deck for resident use. LIHI will provide on-site case management. This
project has been previously awarded predevelopment and acquisition funds from King County.
The project will serve individuals (25 units) and families (17 units) exiting homelessness earning 30%
AMI (42 total units) and will support general population households earning up to 50% AMI (12 units). A
common room will support all residents (1 unit). 42 units are eligible for SKHHP funds sourced from HB
1590 revenue.
Childhaven, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening families and preventing childhood trauma, plans to
lease the early learning center and relocate their program to the site and will assist in applying for local
funding for this portion of the project. The early learning center will be financed separately from the
residential space, without using tax credits on the commercial space.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Activity Date
Site Control 1/30/2023
Building Permits Issued 1/23/2025
Begin Construction 6/1/2025
Begin Lease Up 9/15/2026
Certificate of Occupancy Issued 10/15/2026
FUNDING RATIONALE
The Executive Board supports the intent of this application for the following reasons:
• The project has a 75% set-aside for households transitioning out of homelessness.
• The project brings quality, affordable housing to a historically underserved neighborhood.
• The project will house Childhaven on-site to run an early learning center.
• The project is located near schools, a library, and a future community center.
• The project strongly aligns with SKHHP Housing Capital Fund adopted priorities including:
collaboration with local community-based organizations, addressing the needs of populations
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most disproportionately impacted by housing costs, advancing geographic equity of the Housing
Capital Fund, leverage of private and public investment, and promoting racial equity by
prioritizing residents with a connection to the neighborhood.
• The project will prioritize residents with a connection to the neighborhood.
• LIHI is an established developer in the region.
• A third-party construction report found the proposed budget to be appropriate.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS
Standard Conditions
1. Contractor shall provide SKHHP with development and operating budgets based upon
actual funding commitments for approval by SKHHP staff. Contractor must notify
SKHHP staff immediately if it is unable to adhere to these budgets, and must submit
new budget(s) to SKHHP staff for approval. SKHHP staff shall not unreasonably withhold
its approval of these budget(s), so long as they do not materially or adversely change
the Project. This shall be a continuing obligation of the Contractor. Contractor’s failure
to adhere to budgets (either original or new/amended) may result in SKHHP’s
withdrawal of its funding commitment. Contractor must prepare and submit final
budgets to SKHHP at the time it starts project construction and at the project’s
completion.
2. Contractor shall submit to SKHHP evidence of funding commitments from all proposed
public and private funding sources. If Contractor cannot secure an identified
commitment within an application’s time frame, Contractor shall immediately notify
SKHHP staff and describe its anticipated actions and time frame for securing alternative
funding.
3. Contractor shall use SKHHP provided funds toward specific project costs as included in
the funding agreement and consistent with RCW 82.14.530. Contractor may not use
SKHHP funds for any other purpose unless SKHHP staff authorizes such alternate use in
writing. If budget line items with unexpended balances exist after completion of the
project, SKHHP and other public funders shall approve adjustments to the project
capital sources (including potential reductions in public fund loan balances).
4. Contractor shall evaluate and consider maximizing sustainability features for the Project
(such as an efficient building envelope and heat pumps) and shall propose a plan to
maximize the Project’s sustainability.
5. If Contractor uses federal funds toward the Project, it must meet applicable federal
guidelines, including but not limited to: contractor solicitation; bidding and selection;
wage rates; and federal laws and regulations.
6. Contractor shall maintain documentation of any necessary land use approvals, permits,
and licenses required by the jurisdiction in which the project is located.
7. Quarterly Status Reports. Contractor is required to provide SKHHP with quarterly status
reports for projects funded through SKHHP’s Housing Capital Fund during the project’s
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development stage (from the time funds are awarded until the project’s completion and
occupancy). These quarterly reports must include at a minimum the status of funds
expended and progress to date. SKHHP will rely on these quarterly reports to determine
whether Contractor is making satisfactory progress on the project. Contractor shall
submit a final budget to SKHHP upon project completion. If applicable, Contractor shall
submit initial tenant information as required by SKHHP.
8. SKHHP will inspect the project site at least once during the project’s construction.
9. Ongoing Monitoring. After occupancy, Contractor will submit annual reports to SKHHP
summarizing the number of project beneficiaries, housing expenses for the target
population, and the proportion of those beneficiaries that are low- and/or moderate-
income and that meet other eligibility criteria established in the Contract. In addition,
for projects with loan payments, Contractor must annually report financial information
to SKHHP that it will use to assess contingent loan payments and project health. These
annual reports will be required for the full duration of affordability. SKHHP will also
periodically evaluate all projects for long term sustainability.
10. For rental projects, Contractor shall maintain the project in good and habitable
condition for the duration of its affordability term.
11. SKHHP shall reimburse the Contractor for satisfactory completion of the requirements
specified in the Contract and upon Contractor’s submission to SKHHP of invoices and
supporting documentation of eligible expenses.
12. A covenant is recorded ensuring affordability for at least 50 years, with unit size,
number of units, and affordability distribution established prior to executing Contract.
Special Conditions
1. SKHHP will provide project funds to the Contractor in the form of a deferred,
contingent, forgivable loan. Loan terms will account for various factors, including loan
terms from other fund sources and available cash flow. Final loan terms shall be
determined prior to release of funds and must be approved by SKHHP staff. The loan
will be secured by a deed of trust recorded against the development property to ensure
that Contractor maintains the project’s affordability and target population. Contractor
shall not be required to repay the loan so long as it maintains these project
requirements.
2. Timeframe for funding commitment. The funding commitment continues for thirty-six
(36) months from the date of Council approval and shall expire thereafter if all
conditions are not satisfied. An extension may be requested to SKHHP staff no later
than sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date. At that time, the Agency will provide a
status report on progress to date and expected schedule for start of construction and
project completion. The SKHHP Executive Board will consider a twelve-month extension
only on the basis of documented, meaningful progress in bringing the project to
readiness or completion. At a minimum, the Contractor will demonstrate that all capital
funding has been secured or is likely to be secured within a reasonable period of time.
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3. At least 75% of the housing units shall be set-aside for households transitioning out of
homelessness and be for an eligible population defined in RCW 82.14.530 and who earn
no more than 60% AMI.
4. SKHHP funds shall be used solely for new construction, unless otherwise approved by
SKHHP staff.
5. LIHI shall reexamine the guest policy allowing only one guest at a time to determine if it
is necessary.
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3. TWG – Pandion at Star Lake
Funding request: $2,856,000
Executive Board recommendation: $1,170,000 (loan)
Address: 2526 S 272nd Street, Kent, WA 98059
PROJECT SUMMARY
The South Building (building one of two) of Pandion at Star Lake is a multifamily rental, mixed use
project consisting of 168 affordable housing units for households earning between 30% and 60% AMI in
Kent. The project is located adjacent to the Kent/Star Lake Link light rail station. This transit-oriented
development (TOD) project will provide a mix of studio, one, two and three-bedroom units. The project
will include ground floor commercial space consisting of an early learning center for low-income children
and other non-profit tenants. The property was purchased by the developer in December 2022. The
project is a seven-story building with six stories of affordable housing over one story of commercial
space, plus basement level parking.
The 168 units includes 109 units for the general population, 30 units for families with children, 25 units
for families with children that require permanent supportive services and who are transitioning out of
homelessness or are at-risk of homelessness, and 4 units supporting households with an intellectual
and/or developmental disability (I/DD) requiring supportive services.
Pandion at Star Lake is a partnership between TWG Development and Vision House, with Vision House
providing on-site supportive serves for 140 units or those receiving 4% LIHTC support. In collaboration
with the City of Kent, an additional service provider will be selected to serve residents of the remaining
28 units or those receiving 9% LIHTC support.
29 units of the project are eligible for HB 1590 funds which includes 25 units for families with children
transitioning out of homelessness or are at-risk of homelessness and require permanent supportive
services and the four units set-aside for I/DD households.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Activity Date
Site Control 12/6/2022
Building Permits Issued 10/1/2025
Begin Construction 12/31/2025
Certificate of Occupancy Issued 12/31/2027
Placed in service 1/1/2028
First LIHTC Year 2028
FUNDING RATIONALE
The Executive Board supports the intent of this application for the following reasons:
• The project is located adjacent to the future Kent/Star Lake Link light rail station and has
convenient access to transit, schools, grocery stores, and services.
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• The project strongly aligns with SKHHP Housing Capital Fund adopted priorities including: being
a transit-oriented development (TOD) project, collaboration with local community-based
organizations, addressing the needs of populations most disproportionately impacted by
housing costs, advancing economic opportunity due to its proximity to the future Link light rail
station and other amenities, advancing geographic equity of the Housing Capital Fund, and the
leverage of private and public investment.
• The project construction start date is anticipated by early 2026, six months later than other
recommended projects. The sponsor may have more time to secure the additional funds than
other projects prior to beginning construction.
• The project has a strong partnership with Vision House who will provide on-site supportive
services for 140 households.
• A second building supporting 173 units for seniors earning 80% to 100% AMI is part of the
overall project, but is not part of the application to public funders. The overall project supports
mixed-income housing from 30% AMI-100% AMI.
• The project sponsor has been in close communication with the City of Kent on project feasibility
and zoning requirements since the property was purchased in December 2022.
• The project sponsor has agreed to voluntarily meet the design standards for properties zoned as
‘Midway Transit Community,’ which is a higher degree of development than what is required
under general mixed-use commercial standards for the City of Kent.
• A third-party construction report found the proposed budget to be appropriate.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS
Standard Conditions
1. Contractor shall provide SKHHP with development and operating budgets based upon
actual funding commitments for approval by SKHHP staff. Contractor must notify
SKHHP staff immediately if it is unable to adhere to these budgets, and must submit
new budget(s) to SKHHP staff for approval. SKHHP staff shall not unreasonably withhold
its approval of these budget(s), so long as they do not materially or adversely change
the Project. This shall be a continuing obligation of the Contractor. Contractor’s failure
to adhere to budgets (either original or new/amended) may result in SKHHP’s
withdrawal of its funding commitment. Contractor must prepare and submit final
budgets to SKHHP at the time it starts project construction and at the project’s
completion.
2. Contractor shall submit to SKHHP evidence of funding commitments from all proposed
public and private funding sources. If Contractor cannot secure an identified
commitment within an application’s time frame, Contractor shall immediately notify
SKHHP staff and describe its anticipated actions and time frame for securing alternative
funding.
3. Contractor shall use SKHHP provided funds toward specific project costs as included in
the funding agreement and consistent with RCW 82.14.530. Contractor may not use
SKHHP funds for any other purpose unless SKHHP staff authorizes such alternate use in
writing. If budget line items with unexpended balances exist after completion of the
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project, SKHHP and other public funders shall approve adjustments to the project
capital sources (including potential reductions in public fund loan balances).
4. Contractor shall evaluate and consider maximizing sustainability features for the Project
(such as an efficient building envelope and heat pumps) and shall propose a plan to
maximize the Project’s sustainability.
5. If Contractor uses federal funds toward the Project, it must meet applicable federal
guidelines, including but not limited to: contractor solicitation; bidding and selection;
wage rates; and federal laws and regulations.
6. Contractor shall maintain documentation of any necessary land use approvals, permits,
and licenses required by the jurisdiction in which the project is located.
7. Quarterly Status Reports. Contractor is required to provide SKHHP with quarterly status
reports for projects funded through SKHHP’s Housing Capital Fund during the project’s
development stage (from the time funds are awarded until the project’s completion and
occupancy). These quarterly reports must include at a minimum the status of funds
expended and progress to date. SKHHP will rely on these quarterly reports to determine
whether Contractor is making satisfactory progress on the project. Contractor shall
submit a final budget to SKHHP upon project completion. If applicable, Contractor shall
submit initial tenant information as required by SKHHP.
8. SKHHP will inspect the project site at least once during the project’s construction.
9. Ongoing Monitoring. After occupancy, Contractor will submit annual reports to SKHHP
summarizing the number of project beneficiaries, housing expenses for the target
population, and the proportion of those beneficiaries that are low- and/or moderate-
income and that meet other eligibility criteria established in the Contract. In addition,
for projects with loan payments, Contractor must annually report financial information
to SKHHP that it will use to assess contingent loan payments and project health. These
annual reports will be required for the full duration of affordability. SKHHP will also
periodically evaluate all projects for long term sustainability.
10. For rental projects, Contractor shall maintain the project in good and habitable
condition for the duration of its affordability term.
11. SKHHP shall reimburse the Contractor for satisfactory completion of the requirements
specified in the Contract and upon Contractor’s submission to SKHHP of invoices and
supporting documentation of eligible expenses.
12. A covenant is recorded ensuring affordability for at least 50 years, with unit size,
number of units, and affordability distribution established prior to executing Contract.
Special Conditions
1. SKHHP will provide project funds to the Contractor in the form of a deferred, 1%
interest, non-forgivable loan to the LIHTC partnership. The form of the funds are
subject to change, but shall be agreed upon prior to contract execution. Loan terms will
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account for various factors, including loan terms from other fund sources and available
cash flow. Final loan terms shall be determined prior to release of funds and must be
approved by SKHHP staff. The loan will be secured by a deed of trust recorded against
the development property to ensure that Contractor maintains the project’s
affordability and target population.
2. Timeframe for funding commitment. The funding commitment continues for thirty-six
(36) months from the date of Council approval and shall expire thereafter if all
conditions are not satisfied. An extension may be requested to SKHHP staff no later
than sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date. At that time, the Agency will provide a
status report on progress to date and expected schedule for start of construction and
project completion. The SKHHP Executive Board will consider a twelve-month extension
only on the basis of documented, meaningful progress in bringing the project to
readiness or completion. At a minimum, the Contractor will demonstrate that all capital
funding has been secured or is likely to be secured within a reasonable period of time.
3. At least 29 housing units of the total shall be for an eligible population defined in RCW
82.14.530 including households transitioning out of homelessness or are at-risk of
homelessness or households with an I/DD and who also earn no more than 60% AMI.
4. SKHHP funds shall be used solely for new construction of the South Building, unless
otherwise approved by SKHHP staff.
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4. Multi-Service Center - Victorian Place II
Funding request: $500,000
Executive Board recommendation: $777,306 (grant)
Address: 24517 26th Place South, Des Moines, WA 98198
PROJECT SUMMARY
Victorian Place II is a multifamily, preservation 20-unit rental project in Des Moines. Since 1996, the
nonprofit Multi-Service Center has owned the two adjacent buildings that comprise the project which
includes five units for households earning up to 35% AMI, ten units for households up to 40% AMI, and
five units for households up to 50% AMI. The 20 three bedroom/two bath affordable rental units are in
active use and the target population is families with children.
The original request was for $500,000 in the form of a grant. Initial estimates were based on a 2018
construction estimate. An updated cost estimate of the project received on October 25, 2023 totaled
$675,918. The Advisory Board recommended fully funding the project at the revised amount, however,
after the recommendation was made, it was discovered that the revised estimate did not include
contingency funding. The Executive Board recommend funding the project with a 15% contingency
which totals $777,306.
SKHHP funds are requested to support the rehabilitation of the two buildings including: landscape
improvements, staircase repairs, installation of new railings, seal coating the parking lot, upgrading
external lighting, recoating tenant decks, installation of new siding, replacing gutters and downspouts,
replacing windows, replacing sliding glass doors, replacing unit entry doors, and replacing baseboard
heating with energy-efficient heating systems.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Activity Date
Site Control 1/1/2000
Building Permit Issued Mid-2024
Begin Rehabilitation and Renovation Mid-late 2024
End Rehabilitation and Renovation Mid-late 2025
FUNDING RATIONALE
The Advisory Board supports the intent of this application for the following reasons:
• There are limited funding sources available for preservation and rehabilitation. The focus for
larger public funders has historically been on creating new units of affordable housing. Smaller
preservation projects like this one are not as competitive against larger preservation projects
competing for the same funds.
• The property is in need of rehabilitation to support the health and safety of residents which are
families with children.
• Preservation of affordable housing is a high-priority for SKHHP.
• 75% of the households earn no more than 40% AMI.
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• The project’s proximity to the future Kent Des Moines Link light rail station an asset (1.3 miles).
• Multi-Service Center is a well-established South King County-based nonprofit that owns and
operates over 650 units of affordable housing.
• Multi-Service Center’s housing programs have a history of serving BIPOC community members
with 72% of clients self-identifying as BIPOC.
• The project strongly aligns with SKHHP Housing Capital Fund adopted priorities including: the
project sponsor’s community connection and engagement with the populations they intend to
serve, advancing racial equity, addressing the needs of populations most disproportionately
impacted by housing costs, advancing geographic equity of the Housing Capital Fund, and
preservation.
• Of the two applications submitted by the project sponsor, this project is the higher of the two
priorities as the larger housing units are more difficult for families in need to access, and the
current safety concerns at the project site are more immediate.
PROPOSED CONDITIONS
Standard Conditions
1. Contractor shall provide SKHHP with development and operating budgets based upon
actual funding commitments for approval by SKHHP staff. Contractor must notify
SKHHP staff immediately if it is unable to adhere to these budgets, and must submit
new budget(s) to SKHHP staff for approval. SKHHP staff shall not unreasonably withhold
its approval of these budget(s), so long as they do not materially or adversely change
the Project. This shall be a continuing obligation of the Contractor. Contractor’s failure
to adhere to budgets (either original or new/amended) may result in SKHHP’s
withdrawal of its funding commitment. Contractor must prepare and submit final
budgets to SKHHP at the time it starts project rehabilitation and at the project’s
completion.
2. Contractor shall submit to SKHHP evidence of funding commitments from all proposed
public and private funding sources. If Contractor cannot secure an identified
commitment within an application’s time frame, Contractor shall immediately notify
SKHHP staff and describe its anticipated actions and time frame for securing alternative
funding.
3. Contractor shall use SKHHP provided funds toward specific project costs as included in
the funding agreement and consistent with RCW 82.14.540. Contractor may not use
SKHHP funds for any other purpose unless SKHHP staff authorizes such alternate use in
writing. If budget line items with unexpended balances exist after completion of the
project, SKHHP shall approve adjustments to the project capital sources (including
potential reductions in public fund loan balances).
4. Contractor shall evaluate and consider maximizing sustainability features for the Project
(such as an efficient building envelope and heat pumps) and shall propose a plan to
maximize the Project’s sustainability.
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5. If Contractor uses federal funds toward the Project, it must meet applicable federal
guidelines, including but not limited to: contractor solicitation; bidding and selection;
wage rates; and federal laws and regulations.
6. Contractor shall maintain documentation of any necessary land use approvals, permits,
and licenses required by the jurisdiction in which the project is located.
7. Quarterly Status Reports. Contractor is required to provide SKHHP with quarterly status
reports for projects funded through SKHHP’s Housing Capital Fund during the project’s
development stage (from the time funds are awarded until the project’s completion).
These quarterly reports must include at a minimum the status of funds expended and
progress to date. SKHHP will rely on these quarterly reports to determine whether
Contractor is making satisfactory progress on the project. Contractor shall submit a final
budget to SKHHP upon project completion. If applicable, Contractor shall submit initial
tenant information as required by SKHHP.
8. SKHHP will inspect the project site at least once during the project’s rehabilitation.
9. Ongoing Monitoring. After occupancy, Contractor will submit annual reports to SKHHP
summarizing the number of project beneficiaries, housing expenses for the target
population, and the proportion of those beneficiaries that are low- and/or moderate-
income and that meet other eligibility criteria established in the Contract. In addition,
for projects with loan payments, Contractor must annually report financial information
to SKHHP that it will use to assess contingent loan payments and project health. These
annual reports will be required for the full duration of affordability. SKHHP will also
periodically evaluate all projects for long term sustainability.
10. For rental projects, Contractor shall maintain the project in good and habitable
condition for the duration of its affordability term.
11. SKHHP shall reimburse the Contractor for satisfactory completion of the requirements
specified in the Contract and upon Contractor’s submission to SKHHP of invoices and
supporting documentation of eligible expenses.
12. A covenant is recorded ensuring affordability for at least 50 years, with unit size,
number of units, and affordability distribution established prior to executing Contract.
Special Conditions
1. SKHHP will provide project funds to the Contractor in the form of a secured grant with
no repayment. Final Contract terms shall be determined prior to release of funds and
must be approved by SKHHP staff. The grant will be secured by a deed of trust recorded
against the property to ensure that Contractor maintains the project’s affordability and
target population. Contractor shall not be required to repay the grant so long as it
maintains these project requirements.
2. Timeframe for funding commitment. The funding commitment continues for thirty-six
(36) months from the date of Council approval and shall expire thereafter if all
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conditions are not satisfied. An extension may be requested to SKHHP staff no later
than sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date. At that time, the Agency will provide a
status report on progress to date and expected schedule for start of construction and
project completion. The SKHHP Executive Board will consider a twelve-month extension
only on the basis of documented, meaningful progress in bringing the project to
readiness or completion. At a minimum, the Contractor will demonstrate that all capital
funding has been secured or is likely to be secured within a reasonable period of time.
3. SKHHP funds shall be used solely for the rehabilitation of the property to include, but
not be limited to, the following, unless otherwise approved by SKHHP staff:
a. landscape improvements
b. staircase repairs
c. installation of new railings
d. seal coating the parking lot
e. upgrading external lighting
f. recoating tenant decks
g. installation of new siding
h. applying exterior paint
i. replacing gutters and downspouts
j. replacing windows
k. replacing sliding glass doors
l. replacing unit entry doors
m. replacing baseboard heating with energy-efficient heating systems
4. SKHHP and Contractor shall agree to the specifics on what will be funded prior to
executing a contract to ensure eligibility of expenses in alignment with RCW 82.14.540
and to mitigate cost-overruns.
5. Five housing units shall serve households earning up to 35% AMI, ten units for
households up to 40% AMI, and five units for households up to 50% AMI for the
duration of the term of affordability.
6. Should cost overruns occur that require funds above SKHHP’s contribution, sponsor will
work towards filling the funding need through their capital budget process or seeking
funds through other sources.
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ATTACHMENT 1: Economic Summaries of Recommended Projects
Project: Mercy Housing NW – Kent Multicultural Village
Proposed Funding Sources by Amounts and Status
Funding source Proposed Amount Status
SKHHP $1,000,000 Applied
4% LIHTC Equity $48,849,278 Applied
King County (2022) $5,000,000 Committed
GP Equity $1,000 Self-funded
Permanent Loan $23,500,000 Applied
State HTF $8,000,000 Awarded
Deferred Fee $4,850,000 Self-funded
Amazon Grant $2,000,000 Applied
Amazon Loan $11,369,574 Applied
Private: Non-Residential $7,841,869 Will Apply
State: Non-Residential $10,735,000 Will Apply
Federal: Non-Residential $2,552,000 Will Apply
County: Non-Residential $3,150,000 Will Apply
Debt: Non-Residential $5,474,735 Will Apply
TOTAL $134,323,456
Proposed Use of Funds and Total Residential Cost Per Unit
Proposed use Amount Per Unit
Land acquisition $384,504 --
Construction costs $98,698,553 --
Soft costs $12,761,870 --
Development costs $8,372,636 --
Other development costs $4,002,261 --
Community facility $9,402,356 --
4% bond issuance $701,276 --
TOTAL $134,323,456 --
TOTAL NON-RESIDENTIAL $29,753,604 --
TOTAL RESIDENTIAL (Includes common areas) $104,569,852 $525,476
Residential Cost Per Square Foot
Item Amount
Residential square footage 246,019
Residential development cost $104,569,852
Cost per square foot $425.05
Residential Cost Per Unit Based on Unit Size
Unit Size Number of Units Unit Square Footage Cost per Unit
Average Studio 54 392 $166,619
Average 1-bedroom 40 484 $205,724
Average 2-bedroom 65 710 $301,785
Average 3-bedroom 40 982 $417,399
Common area and other residential
spaces, including parking
-- 85,700 $36,426,785
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Project: LIHI – Skyway Affordable Housing and Early Learning Center
Proposed Funding Sources by Amounts and Status
Funding source Proposed Amount Status
SKHHP $2,800,000 Applied
State HTF $7,465,748 Will apply in fall 2024
King County 2023 $2,500,000 Awarded $2.1M
9% LIHTC $13,080,144 Will apply in fall 2024
King County 2022 (pre-development funds) $2,500,000 Received
Direct Appropriations-Federal $700,000 Received
Direct Appropriations-State $3,000,000 Received
Wyncote Foundation $1,000,000 Received
PSTAA $300,000 Received
TOTAL $36,295,892
Proposed Use of Funds and Total Residential Cost Per Unit
Proposed use Amount Cost per Unit
Land acquisition $2,041,000 --
Construction costs $26,761,254 --
Soft costs $4,624,073 --
Development costs $1,737,565 --
Other development costs $1,132,000 --
TOTAL $36,295,892 --
TOTAL NON-RESIDENTIAL $3,250,000 --
TOTAL RESIDENTIAL (Includes common areas) $33,045,892 $600,834
Residential Cost Per Square Foot
Item Amount
Residential square footage 50,608
Residential development cost $33,045,892
Cost per square foot $652.97
Residential Cost Per Unit Based on Unit Size
Unit Size Number of Units Unit Square
Footage
Cost per Unit
Average studio square footage 12 400 $261,188
Average 1-bedroom square footage 19 516 $336,932
Average 2-bedroom square footage 13 816 $532,823
Average 3-bedroom square footage 11 900 587,673
Common area and other residential spaces,
including parking
-- 12,121 $7,914,649
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Project: TWG – Pandion at Star Lake
Proposed Funding Sources by Amounts and Status
Funding source Proposed Amount Status
SKHHP $2,856,000 Applied
LIHTC & Energy Credits $31,023,163 Applied
Amazon $22,000,000 Applied
Permanent Loan $15,340,000 Applied
State HTF $4,218,915 Applied-Not
awarded in 2023
King County $4,500,000 Applied-Not
awarded in 2023
Deferred Development Fee $2,355,370 Self-funded
Non-Residential Commercial $4,856,260 --
TOTAL $87,149,708
Proposed Use of Funds and Total Residential Cost Per Unit
Proposed use Amount Per Unit
Land acquisition $3,435,523 --
Construction costs $63,626,629 --
Soft costs $9,689,519 --
Development costs $6,902,268 --
Other Development costs $3,154,594 --
4% Bond Issuance $341,175 --
TOTAL $87,149,708 --
TOTAL NON-RESIDENTIAL $4,856,260 --
TOTAL RESIDENTIAL (Includes common areas) $82,293,448 $489,841
Residential Cost Per Square Foot
Item Amount
Residential square footage 180,197
Residential development cost $82,293,448
Cost per square foot $456.68
Residential Cost Per Unit Based on Unit Size
Unit Size Number of Units Unit Square
Footage
Cost per Unit
Average Studio 30 381 $173,995
Average 1-bedroom 78 615 $280,858
Average 2-bedroom 24 950 $433,846
Average 3-bedroom 36 1,095 $500,064
Common area and other residential spaces,
including parking
-- 59,772 $27,296,676
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Project: Multi-Service Center - Victorian Place II
Proposed Funding Sources by Amounts and Status
Funding source Proposed Amount Status
SKHHP $777,306 Applied
Multi-Service Center $7,819 Self-Funded
TOTAL $785,125
Proposed Use of Funds and Total Residential Cost Per Unit
Proposed use Amount Per Unit
Title document recording fees $5,000 $250
Rehabilitation costs $780,125 $39,006
TOTAL $785,125 $39,256
AGENDA ITEM #6. b)
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CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. ________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, VACATING A
PORTION OF THE EAST-WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY THROUGH BLOCK 15, C.D.
HILLMANS LAKE WASHINGTON GARDEN OF EDEN ADDITION TO SEATTLE
NO. 1 (VAC-23-001).
WHEREAS, a proper petition for vacating a portion of right-of-way as hereinafter
more particularly described was filed with the City Clerk on June 26, 2023, and that petition
was signed by the owners representing more than two-thirds (2/3) of the property abutting
upon the portion of right-of-way to be vacated; and
WHEREAS, petitioners seek vacation of a portion of the east-west right-of-way
through Block 15 of C.D. Hillmans Lake Washington Garden of Eden Addition to Seattle No.
1, as hereinafter more particularly described, which right-of-way is greater than twenty-five
(25) years old, having been dedicated to the public by plat filed for record on July 22, 1904;
and
WHEREAS, the City Council, by Resolution No. 4504, passed on August 7, 2023, set
September 11, 2023, at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers of the City of Renton and via Zoom
as the time and place for a public hearing on this matter; and the City Clerk gave proper
notice of this public hearing as provided by law, and all persons were heard who appeared
to testify in favor or in opposition on this matter, and the City Council considered all
information and arguments presented to it to determine whether the vacation is in the
public interest, whether the property is not required for overall circulation of traffic within
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the City, and that the requested vacation is not detrimental to the public health, safety, and
general welfare; and
WHEREAS, the Administrator of the Community and Economic Development
Department has considered this petition for vacation, and has found it to be in the public
interest and for the public benefit, and that it is unlikely that injury or damage to any person
or properties will result from this vacation; and
WHEREAS, City departments and franchisees reviewed the right-of-way and
determined that no utility easements need to be retained in the vacated right-of-way; and
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2023, the City Council determined that the vacation
should be granted. The City Council adopts the recommendation of the Community and
Economic Development Department to set compensation pursuant to Renton Municipal
Code 9-14-5.B at the appraised value of $20,700 for the right-of-way vacation.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. Contingent upon payment of the compensation set forth in Section II,
and pursuant to the terms in Section III, the following described portion of the east-west
right-of-way through Block 15 of C.D. Hillmans Lake Washington Garden of Eden Addition to
Seattle No. 1, to wit:
AN ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY, HAVING A WIDTH OF 12 FEET, RUNNING IN AN
EAST-WEST DIRECTION THROUGH BLOCK 15, C.D. HILLMAN’S LAKE
WASHINGTON GARDEN OF EDEN ADDITION TO SEATTLE NO. 1, AS RECORDED
IN VOLUME 11 OF PLATS, PAGE 63, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY,
AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
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WASHINGTON; AND LYING WESTERLY OF THE WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE
OF PARK AVENUE NORTH, EXTENDED, AND EASTERLY OF THE SOUTHERLY
EXTENSION OF THE WEST LINE OF LOT 3, BLOCK 15, FROM THE SOUTHWEST
CORNER OF LOT 3 TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 48, BLOCK 15, OF
SAID PLAT.
AS SITUATED WITHIN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP
23 N., RANGE 5 E., W.M.
which portion is depicted in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein, is hereby
vacated.
SECTION II. Compensation is hereby set at the appraised value of $20,700 for the
right-of-way vacation. Pursuant to RCW 35.79.030 and RMC 9-14-8, said compensation shall
be placed in the Street Construction Fund and fifty percent (50%) of the revenue shall be
dedicated to acquisition, improvement, development, and related maintenance of public
open space or transportation capital projects within the City of Renton.
SECTION III. The vacation shall only be effective upon receipt by the City of Renton
of a single payment within ninety (90) days of the effective date of this ordinance, in the
amount of $20,700, which represents full appraised value of the right-of-way to be vacated.
This ordinance shall not be recorded with the King County Recorder’s Office until and unless
the City receives timely payment in full.
SECTION IV. If the City does not receive the full payment specified in Section III of
this ordinance within the timeframe required thereby, no payment shall be accepted and
the City Council will consider a new ordinance to either void the decision to vacate and repeal
this ordinance or allow additional time to receive payment.
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SECTION V. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after
publication of a summary of this ordinance in the City’s official newspaper. The summary
shall consist of this ordinance’s title.
SECTION VI. Upon timely receipt of full payment, a certified copy of this ordinance
shall be filed with the King County Recorder’s Office, and as otherwise provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL the _______ day of ___________________, 2024.
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this _______ day of _____________________, 2024.
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Date of Publication:
ORD-CED:2285(23ORD003):12/29/2023
AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
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EXHIBIT A
AGENDA ITEM # 8. a)
CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. ________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE 2024
CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE TO REFLECT COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED
CHANGES, TO CORRECT CLERICAL ERRORS, AND TO ESTABLISH AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council has approved changes in compensation that impact the City
of Renton Salary Table for 2024; and
WHEREAS, the City has entered into a collective bargaining agreement with the Renton
Police Officers’ Guild – Commissioned; and
WHEREAS, the City has entered into an amendment to its collective bargaining agreement
with the Washington State Council of County and City Employees, American Federation of State,
County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), Local 2170 following a market study and subsequent
wage adjustment for certain positions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend the 2024 City of Renton Salary Table to
incorporate the changes in compensation; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to correct clerical errors in the 2024 Salary Table: 1)
to show the Inspecting Arborist salary correctly conforming with salary grade a20 and 2) to
correct the title of Parks & Recreation Coordinator at salary grade m22 to Parks & Recreation
Program Coordinator.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
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SECTION I. The City Council hereby adopts the amended 2024 City of Renton Salary
Table, attached hereto and incorporated by this reference as Exhibit A, with an effective date of
January 1, 2024.
SECTION II. The Salary Table is intended to be consistent with all applicable collective
bargaining agreements. In the event of conflicts, applicable collective bargaining agreements
control. The Mayor is authorized to execute any agreements memorializing changes to applicable
collective bargaining agreements to reflect the salaries and job classifications in Exhibit A.
SECTION III. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this
ordinance should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction,
such invalidity or unconstitutionality thereof shall not affect the constitutionality of any other
section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this ordinance.
SECTION IV. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after publication
of a summary of this ordinance in the City’s official newspaper. Once effective, the amended
Salary Table shall remain in effect until changes are authorized by the City Council. The summary
of this ordinance shall consist of this ordinance’s title.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL the _______ day of _____________, 2024.
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this _______ day of _____________, 2024.
Armondo Pavone, Mayor
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
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Approved as to form:
Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Date of Publication:
ORD-HR:24ORD002:02/16/24
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
EXHIBIT A
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
e10 Mayor (1)17,432 209,184 17,432 209,184
e09 City Council President (2)(7)2,050 24,600
e09 City Council Members (2)1,750 21,000
e08 11,517 138,204 12,102 145,224 12,712 152,544 13,355 160,260 14,029 168,348
e11 Municipal Court Judge (6)
Salary established pursuant to RMC 3-10-2.E
m53 Chief Administrative Officer 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184 18,312 219,744 19,229 230,748
m52 15,403 184,836 16,183 194,196 17,009 204,108 17,870 214,440 18,763 225,156
m51 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184 18,312 219,744
m50 14,660 175,920 15,403 184,836 16,183 194,196 17,009 204,108 17,870 214,440
m49 City Attorney 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Parks & Recreation Administrator 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Community & Economic Development Administrator 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Deputy Chief Administrative Officer 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Finance Administrator 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Human Resources & Risk Mgmt Administrator 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Judicial Administrative Officer 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Public Works Administrator 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m49 Police Chief (3)14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140 17,432 209,184
m48 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920 15,403 184,836 16,183 194,196 17,009 204,108
m47 13,617 163,404 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480 16,595 199,140
m46 Police Deputy Chief (4)13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920 15,403 184,836 16,183 194,196
m46 Prosecution Director 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920 15,403 184,836 16,183 194,196
m45 12,961 155,532 13,617 163,404 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336 15,790 189,480
m44 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920 15,403 184,836
m43 Economic Development Director 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532 13,617 163,404 14,308 171,696 15,028 180,336
m42 Police Commander (5)12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920
m42 Sr Assistant City Attorney 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472 14,660 175,920
m41 Fiscal Services Director 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532 13,617 163,404 14,308 171,696
m41 Information Technology Director 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532 13,617 163,404 14,308 171,696
m40 Airport Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Development Engineering Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Development Services Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Facilities Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Maintenance Services Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Planning Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Transportation Systems Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m40 Utility Systems Director 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408 13,956 167,472
m39 Parks Planning and Natural Resources Director 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532 13,617 163,404
m38 City Clerk/Public Records Officer 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 Communications Director 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 Emergency Management Director 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 HR Labor Relations & Compensation Manager 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 Lead Prosecutor 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 Parks and Trails Director 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
m38 Recreation Director 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764 13,284 159,408
Wage Adjustment
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
NON-REPRESENTED Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
ELECTED OFFICIALS
MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISORY (NON-UNION)
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
Wage Adjustment
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
NON-REPRESENTED Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
m37 Application Support Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 ITS and Maintenance Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 Transportation Design Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 Transportation Operations Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 Transportation Planning Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m37 Utility Engineering Manager 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008 12,961 155,532
m36 Budget & Accounting Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Construction Engineering Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Current Planning Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Development Engineering Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Economic Development Assistant Director 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Government Affairs Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Long Range Planning Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m36 Redevelopment Manager 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420 12,647 151,764
m35 Assistant City Attorney 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928 12,334 148,008
m34 GIS Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m34 Human Resources Benefits Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m34 Network Systems Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m34 Organizational Development Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m34 Risk Manager 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496 12,035 144,420
m33 Sustainability & Solid Waste Manager 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928
m33 Water Maintenance Manager 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136 11,744 140,928
m32 Capital Projects Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Economic Development Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Fleet Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Human Services Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Parks Planning Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Street Maintenance Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Urban Forestry and Natural Resources Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m32 Waste Water/Special Operations Manager 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872 11,458 137,496
m31 Facilities Manager 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136
m31 Parks Maintenance Manager 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716 11,178 134,136
m30 Comms & Community Engagement Manager 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872
m30 Police Manager 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572 10,906 130,872
m29 Communications Manager 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716
m29 Golf Course Manager 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716
m29 Prosecuting Attorney 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716
m29 Recreation Manager 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500 10,643 127,716
m28 Financial Operations Manager 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572
m28 Permit Services Manager 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572
m28 Tax & Licensing Manager 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488 10,381 124,572
m27 Enterprise Content Manager 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500
m27 Senior Grants Analyst 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500
m27 Museum Manager 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644 10,125 121,500
m26 Chief of Staff 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812 9,874 118,488
m25 Head Golf Professional 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Senior Benefits Analyst 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Senior Employee Relations Analyst 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Senior Finance Analyst 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Senior Human Resources Analyst - DEI 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Senior Risk Management Analyst 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m25 Solid Waste Program Manager 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088 9,637 115,644
m24 Deputy City Clerk/Public Records Officer 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400 9,401 112,812
m23 Benefits Analyst 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088
m23 Employee Relations Analyst 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088
m23 Recreation Supervisor 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
Wage Adjustment
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
NON-REPRESENTED Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
m23 Risk Management Analyst 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712 9,174 110,088
m22 Community Events Coordinator 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m22 Community Outreach Coordinator 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m22 Court Services Supervisor 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m22 Employee Health & Safety Coordinator 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m22 Golf Course Supervisor 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m22 Parks & Recreation Program Coordinator 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252 8,950 107,400
m21 Executive Assistant 7,166 85,992 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712
m21 Senior Tax & Licensing Auditor 7,166 85,992 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732 8,726 104,712
m20 6,991 83,892 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296 8,521 102,252
m19 6,824 81,888 7,166 85,992 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932 8,311 99,732
m18 Payroll Technician 3 6,652 79,824 6,991 83,892 7,348 88,176 7,722 92,664 8,108 97,296
m17 Legal Analyst 6,495 77,940 6,824 81,888 7,166 85,992 7,525 90,300 7,911 94,932
n16 Administrative Assistants (All Depts)6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536 6,953 83,436 7,311 87,732 7,676 92,112
n16 Finance Analyst 3 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536 6,953 83,436 7,311 87,732 7,676 92,112
n16 Tax & Licensing Auditor 2 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536 6,953 83,436 7,311 87,732 7,676 92,112
n15 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456 7,133 85,596 7,498 89,976
n14 6,001 72,012 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536 6,953 83,436 7,311 87,732
n13 Finance Analyst 2 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456 7,133 85,596
n13 Human Resources Specialist 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456 7,133 85,596
n13 Payroll Technician 2 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456 7,133 85,596
n13 Tax & Licensing Auditor 1 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456 7,133 85,596
n12 5,716 68,592 6,001 72,012 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536 6,953 83,436
n11 Assistant Golf Professional 5,572 66,864 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556 6,788 81,456
n10 Finance Analyst 1 5,438 65,256 5,716 68,592 6,001 72,012 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536
n10 Payroll Technician 1 5,438 65,256 5,716 68,592 6,001 72,012 6,310 75,720 6,628 79,536
n09 5,309 63,708 5,572 66,864 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752 6,463 77,556
n08 5,175 62,100 5,438 65,256 5,716 68,592 6,001 72,012 6,310 75,720
n07 5,050 60,600 5,309 63,708 5,572 66,864 5,853 70,236 6,146 73,752
n06 4,925 59,100 5,175 62,100 5,438 65,256 5,716 68,592 6,001 72,012
n05 4,806 57,672 5,050 60,600 5,309 63,708 5,572 66,864 5,853 70,236
n04 4,691 56,292 4,925 59,100 5,175 62,100 5,438 65,256 5,716 68,592
n03 4,581 54,972 4,806 57,672 5,050 60,600 5,309 63,708 5,572 66,864
n02 4,469 53,628 4,691 56,292 4,925 59,100 5,175 62,100 5,438 65,256
n01 Office Specialist 4,366 52,392 4,581 54,972 4,806 57,672 5,050 60,600 5,309 63,708
NON-UNION (CLERICAL, OTHER)
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
Wage Adjustment
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
NON-REPRESENTED Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
$7,249
Completion of 5 Yrs
Completion of 10 Yrs
Completion of 15 Yrs
Completion of 20 Yrs
Completion of 25 Yrs
Completion of 30 Yrs
(1) In addition to salary receives annual car allowance of $4800 or use of a city vehicle. Not eligible for longevity.
(2)
(3) Eligible for Longevity at the Non-Represented Longevity pay scale. Not eligible for Education or Uniform Allowance.
(4)Eligible for Longevity at the Non-Represented Longevity pay scale. Not eligible for Education or Uniform Allowance. Eligible for 3% cash premium or 3% into deferred
compensation per employee's discretion for passing physical fitness.
(5)Receive Education/Longevity & Uniform Allowance based on Union Contract. Eligible for 3% deferred compensation for passing physical fitness.
Eligible for P2 paid job injury leave based on Union Contract.
(6) 4 year term. Not eligible for longevity.
(7) Council president to be paid $300/month above council members salary.
for Management and Non-Represented employees; except for CAO receives 11% per year.
5% Step a14E $362 per month
6% Step a14E $435 per month
7% Step a14E $507 per month
Council members salary set per Salary Commission effective 4/1/20. Council receives 2% of salary for deferred comp. If members are prohibited from
participating in PERS, they receive an extra 1.4 % of salary for deferred compensation. Not eligible for longevity.
The city contributes 4% of employee's base wage per year to a deferred compensation account
Step a14, E =
3% Step a14E $217 per month
4% Step a14E $290 per month
2% Step a14E $145 per month
NON-REPRESENTED LONGEVITY PAY as of 1/1/2024
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
Wage Adjustment 4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
a40 11,282 135,384 11,845 142,140 12,446 149,352 13,078 156,936 13,738 164,856
a39 11,026 132,312 11,573 138,876 12,141 145,692 12,758 153,096 13,404 160,848
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a38 10,745 128,940 11,282 135,384 11,845 142,140 12,446 149,352 13,078 156,936
a37 Principal Civil Engineer 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312 11,573 138,876 12,141 145,692 12,758 153,096
a36 Principal Civil Engineer 10,232 122,784 10,745 128,940 11,282 135,384 11,845 142,140 12,446 149,352
a35 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312 11,573 138,876 12,141 145,692
a34 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784 10,745 128,940 11,282 135,384 11,845 142,140
a33 Civil Engineer 3 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312 11,573 138,876
a32 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784 10,745 128,940 11,282 135,384
a31 Assistant Airport Manager 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312
a31 Principal Planner 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312
a31 Structural Plans Examiner 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976 11,026 132,312
a30 Client Technology Sys & Support Super. 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784 10,745 128,940
a30 Civil Engineer 2 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784 10,745 128,940
a29 Capital Project Coordinator 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976
a29 ITS & Signal Maintenance Supervisor 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976
a29 Program Development Coordinator 2 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976
a29 Senior Systems Analyst 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844 10,498 125,976
a28 Capital Project Coordinator 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784
a28 Senior Network Systems Specialist 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784
a28 Senior Planner 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784
a28 Transportation Planner 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916 10,232 122,784
a27 Senior Business Systems Analyst 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096 9,987 119,844
a26 Civil Engineer 1 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 GIS Analyst 3 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Lead Building Inspector 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Lead Code Compliance Inspector 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Lead Construction Engineering Inspector 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Neighborhood Program Coordinator 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Systems Analyst 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a26 Water Utility Maintenance Supervisor 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336 9,743 116,916
a25 Facilities Coordinator 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096
a25 Lead Electrical/Ctrl Systems Technician 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096
a25 Program Development Coordinator 1 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096
a25 Senior Economic Development Specialist 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528 9,508 114,096
a24 Lead Building Inspector 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336
a24 Lead Code Compliance Inspector 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336
a24 Lead Construction Engineering Inspector 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336
a24 Network Systems Specialist 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336
a24 Senior Economic Development Specialist 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336
a24 Transportation Planner 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936 9,278 111,336
a23 Airport Ops & Maintenance Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Building Plan Reviewer 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Business Systems Analyst 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
AFSCME, Local 2170 Effective January 1, 2024 revised
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
Wage Adjustment 4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
AFSCME, Local 2170 Effective January 1, 2024 revised
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
a23 Custodial Maintenance Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Emergency Management Coordinator 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Engineering Specialist 3 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Facilities Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 GIS Analyst 2 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Housing Repair Coordinator 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Pavement Management Technician 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Plan Reviewer 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Property Services Specialist 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Signal & ITS Technician 3 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Street Maintenance Services Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Waste Water Maint. Services Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a23 Water Maintenance Services Supervisor 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356 9,044 108,528
a22 Neighborhood Program Coordinator 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936
a22 Senior Paralegal 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936
a22 Utility Accounts Supervisor 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800 8,828 105,936
a21 Associate Planner 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Building Inspector/Combination 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Building Inspector/Electrical 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Case Manager 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Code Compliance Inspector 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Communications Specialist 2 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Construction Engineering Inspector 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Custodial Maintenance Supervisor 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Emergency Management Coordinator 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Facilities Supervisor 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 GIS Analyst 1 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Lead Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Parks Maintenance Supervisor 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Traffic Signage & Marking Supervisor 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a21 Water Meter Tech. Services Supervisor 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364 8,613 103,356
a20 Business Coordinator - Airport 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Economic Development Specialist 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Housing Repair Coordinator 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Human Services Coordinator 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Inspecting Arborist 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Public Records Analyst 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a20 Senior Program Specialist 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928 8,400 100,800
a19 Client Technology Services Specialist 2 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 Electrical Technician 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 Engineering Specialist 2 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 HVAC Systems Technician 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 Lead Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 Signal & ITS Technician 2 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a19 Water Utility Instr./SCADA Technician 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600 8,197 98,364
a18 Development Services Representative 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Farmers Market Coordinator 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Lead Golf Course Maintenance Worker 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Lead Maintenance Services Worker 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Lead Parks Maintenance Worker 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Recreation Program Coordinator 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Senior Sustainability Specialist 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a18 Water Utility Maintenance Technician 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344 7,994 95,928
a17 Assistant Planner 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Digital Communications Specialist 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
Wage Adjustment 4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
AFSCME, Local 2170 Effective January 1, 2024 revised
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
a17 Lift Station Technician 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Maintenance Buyer 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Paralegal 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Public Records Specialist 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Senior Traffic Maintenance Worker 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a17 Water Quality/Treatment Plant Operator 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136 7,800 93,600
a16 Lead Golf Course Maintenance Worker 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
a16 Lead Maintenance Services Worker 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
a16 Lead Parks Maintenance Worker 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
a16 Program Assistant 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
a16 Recreation Specialist 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
a16 Sustainability Specialist 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
a16 Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988 7,612 91,344
a15 Airport Operations Specialist 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 City Clerk Specialist 2 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Client Technology Services Specialist 1 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Communications Specialist 1 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Court Operations Specialist 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Facilities Technician 2 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Grounds Equipment Mechanic 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Housing Maintenance Technician 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Lift Station Technician 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Planning Technician 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Senior Program Specialist 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Senior Traffic Maintenance Worker 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Signal & ITS Technician 1 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a15 Water Utility Maintenance Technician 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792 7,428 89,136
a14 Asset Management Systems Technician 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Golf Course Maintenance Worker 3 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Maintenance Services Worker 3 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Parks Maintenance Worker 3 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Print & Mail Supervisor 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Recreation Systems Technician 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a14 Traffic Maintenance Worker 2 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728 7,249 86,988
a13 Airport Operations Specialist 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a13 Engineering Specialist 1 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a13 Facilities Technician 1 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a13 Housing Maintenance Technician 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a13 Permit Services Specialist 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a13 Print & Mail Supervisor 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a13 Program Specialist 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700 7,066 84,792
a12 Communications Specialist 1 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728
a12 Golf Course Maintenance Worker 3 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728
a12 Judicial Specialist 2 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728
a12 Maintenance Services Worker 3 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728
a12 Parks Maintenance Worker 3 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728
a12 Traffic Maintenance Worker 2 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804 6,894 82,728
a11 Airport Maintenance Worker 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
a11 City Clerk Specialist 1 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
a11 Fleet Management Technician 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
a11 Lead Maintenance Custodian 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
a11 Recreation Specialist 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
a11 Water Meter System Specialist 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836 6,725 80,700
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
Wage Adjustment 4.5%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
AFSCME, Local 2170 Effective January 1, 2024 revised
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
a10 Legal Assistant 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804
a10 Golf Course Maintenance Worker 2 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804
a10 Maintenance Services Worker 2 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804
a10 Parks Maintenance Worker 2 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804
a10 Traffic Maintenance Worker 1 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036 6,567 78,804
a09 Accounting Assistant 4 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836
a09 Administrative Secretary 1 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836
a09 Golf Course Operations Assistant 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836
a09 Purchasing Assistant 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836
a09 Recreation Assistant 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104 6,403 76,836
a08 Court Security Officer 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036
a08 Golf Course Maintenance Worker 2 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036
a08 Judicial Specialist 1 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036
a08 Maintenance Services Worker 2 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036
a08 Parks Maintenance Worker 2 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036
a08 Purchasing Assistant 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036
a08 Traffic Maintenance Worker 1 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376 6,253 75,036
a07 Accounting Assistant 3 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104
a07 Maintenance Custodian 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104
a07 Secretary 2 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104
a07 Water Meter Technician 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612 6,092 73,104
a06 Golf Course Maintenance Worker 1 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376
a06 Maintenance Services Worker 1 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376
a06 Parks Maintenance Worker 1 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956 5,948 71,376
a05 Accounting Assistant 2 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276 5,801 69,612
a04 Court Security Officer 4,651 55,812 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956
a04 Golf Course Maintenance Worker 1 4,651 55,812 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956
a04 Maintenance Services Worker 1 4,651 55,812 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956
a04 Parks Maintenance Worker 1 4,651 55,812 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956
a04 Pro Shop Assistant 4,651 55,812 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656 5,663 67,956
a03 Accounting Assistant 1 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276
a03 Golf Course Associate 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276
a03 Parks Maintenance Assistant 2 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276
a03 Print & Mail Assistant 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072 5,523 66,276
a02 4,435 53,220 4,651 55,812 4,887 58,644 5,129 61,548 5,388 64,656
a01 Custodian 4,319 51,828 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072
a01 Golf Course Associate 4,319 51,828 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072
a01 Parks Maintenance Assistant 1 4,319 51,828 4,537 54,444 4,765 57,180 5,005 60,060 5,256 63,072
$7,249
Completion of 5 Yrs
Completion of 10 Yrs
Completion of 15 Yrs
Completion of 20 Yrs
Completion of 25 Yrs
Completion of 30 Yrs
The city contributes 1% of employee's base wage per year to a VEBA account.
The city contributes 3% of employee's base wage per year to a deferred compensation account. (Article 14)
6% Step a14E $435 per month
7% Step a14E $507 per month
per month
LONGEVITY PAY
Step a14, E =
2% Step a14E $145 per month
3% Step a14E $217 per month
4% Step a14E $290 per month
5% Step a14E $362
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
POLICE DEPARTMENT - Commissioned Officers 5.0%
Grade Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
Police Chief See Management & Supervisory Matrix, Grade m49
Police Deputy Chief See Management & Supervisory Matrix, Grade m46
Police Commander See Management & Supervisory Matrix, Grade m42
pc61 Sergeant*11,402 136,827 12,314 147,768
(15% over Police Officer II 2 )*Step increase at 24 12 months
pc60 8,036 96,436 8,669 104,028 9,289 111,474 9,916 118,991
pc59 7,563 90,762 8,159 97,909 8,743 104,914 9,332 111,990
Percent
Interpreters -------------------------------------------3%
Detectives ------------------------------------------4% 3%
Traffic Assignment-------------------------------4% 3%
Motorcycle Assignment------------2%
Background Investigator------------3%
Canine Officer ------------------------------------4%
Corporal Assignment --------------------------7.5%
Field Training Officer ---------------------------4% 3%
8% when assigned student(s)
Training Officer------------------------------------4% 3%
SWAT Assignment ---------------------------------4%
SRO Assignment----------------------------------4% 3%
Civil Disturbance Unit ---------------------------Paid at rate of double time with 3 hrs
minimum when called to an emergency.
Crisis Communication---------------------------Paid at rate of double time with 3 hrs
Unit minimum when called to emergency.
Special Weapons and Tactics
Negotiator----------------------------------4%
SET/DET----------------------------------3%
VIIT---------------------------------------2%*
VIIT Lead---------------------------------4%*
*In addition to a paid rate of time and one half with 3 hr
minimum when called out.
Percentage (of base wage)
Percentage (of base wage)
minimum when called to an emergency.
Completion of 10 Yrs 4%
Completion of 15 Yrs 6%
Completion of 20 Yrs 10%
Completion of 25 Yrs 12%
Completion of 30 Yrs 14%
MONTHLY EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAY (Appendix B)
4%
BA Degree/Masters Degree
AA Degree (90 credits)
Position Title
HAZARD DUTY AND PREMIUM PAY (Article 6.7 and 6.8)
MONTHLY LONGEVITY PAY (Appendix B)
Years of Service
Completion of 5 Yrs 2%
Frozen
Frozen
Patrol Police Officer I 1
(Newly Hired 2080 Hours)
6%
Paid at rate of time and one half with a 3 hr
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
Effective January 1, 2024
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
Wage Adjustment
Patrol Police Officer II 2
(2189 Schedule) (6.25%
over Police Officer 1)
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
-
-
-
-
-
NOTE: Please refer to the current labor agreement for specific information.
Effective 1-1-18, Patrol Officer II and Sergeant had 6.25% added to their base pay to reflect the additional 109 hours worked in a
calendar year. This is reflected in the ranges above.Effective Janauary 1, 2024, Sergeants receive an additional 3% salary increase
at Step E, for a total of 8% increase over Step A. Step A Sergeants will move to Step E after 12 months.
Effective January 1, 2008, Sergeants assigned to Investigation and Traffic Unit will not receive the 3% premium if they have been
in the position of Sergeant for 24 months.
The city contributes 3% of employee's wage base toward deferred compensation for passing physical fitness. (Article 6.8.4, and
Appendix A.2.4 A.2.3)
Effective March 1, 2024, 1-1-2020 the city began contributing 1% contributes 2% of employee's wage base to a VEBA plan.
(Article 14.11 14.10)
The Effective March 1, 2024, the city contributes 21% of employee's wage base toward deferred compensation. (Appendix A.2.3
A.2.2)AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
POLICE DEPARTMENT - Non-Commissioned Employees 5.0%
Grade Position Title Monthly Annual Monthly Annual
pn70 6,754 81,048 7,302 87,624 8,024 96,288 8,817 105,804 9,281 111,372
pn69 6,589 79,068 7,123 85,476 7,828 93,936 8,603 103,236 9,054 108,648
pn68 6,429 77,148 6,950 83,400 7,637 91,644 8,392 100,704 8,834 106,008
pn67 Community Engagement Coord.6,272 75,264 6,781 81,372 7,451 89,412 8,187 98,244 8,618 103,416
pn66 6,118 73,416 6,615 79,380 7,269 87,228 7,988 95,856 8,407 100,884
pn65 5,969 71,628 6,453 77,436 7,092 85,104 7,793 93,516 8,203 98,436
pn64 5,823 69,876 6,296 75,552 6,918 83,016 7,603 91,236 8,002 96,024
pn63 5,682 68,184 6,143 73,716 6,749 80,988 7,417 89,004 7,808 93,696
pn62 Police Services Specialist Supervisor 7,835 94,020
(15% above Specialist, Step E)
pn61 Electronic Home Detention Coord 5,538 66,456 5,976 71,712 6,581 78,972 7,235 86,820 7,595 91,140
pn60 Crime Analyst 5,613 67,356 6,066 72,792 6,663 79,956 7,183 86,196 7,543 90,516
pn59 Domestic Violence Victim Advocate 5,240 62,880 5,692 68,304 6,325 75,900 6,954 83,448 7,322 87,864
pn58 Evidence Technician 5,284 63,408 5,703 68,436 6,276 75,312 6,904 82,848 7,260 87,120
pn57 Police Services Specialist Lead 7,153 85,836
(5% above Specialist, Step E)
pn56 Animal Control Officer 4,983 59,796 5,388 64,656 5,924 71,088 6,514 78,168 6,842 82,104
pn54 Police Services Specialist 4,963 59,556 5,361 64,332 5,901 70,812 6,490 77,880 6,813 81,756
pn53 Police Administrative Specialist 4,304 51,648 4,645 55,740 5,116 61,392 5,629 67,548 5,906 70,872
pn53 Parking Enforcement Officer 4,304 51,648 4,645 55,740 5,116 61,392 5,629 67,548 5,906 70,872
Interpreter Premium…………...……………………..…………….................….....……….…………….3% of base pay (Article 6.5.2)
2.5% of base pay (Article 6.5.3)
4% of base pay (Article 6.5.1)
Double time with 3 hrs min (Article 6.4)
NON- COMMISSIONED PREMIUM PAY (Articles 6.4 and 6.5)
Public Records Act Premium……..…………………………………...............…………………………
Field Training Officer, FTO (Police Service Specialist)…...............…………........…
Crisis Communication Unit………..........…………………………..............…………..…...………
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
**In Negotiations**
STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
Wage Adjustment
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
POLICE DEPARTMENT - Non-Commissioned Employees 5.0%
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
**In Negotiations**
Wage Adjustment
- Effective 1/1/2020, the city began contributing 1% of the employee's base wage to a VEBA plan. (Article 14.10)
- The city contributes an additional 3% of employee's wage base toward deferred comp for passing physical fitness prior to
beginning of each calendar year. (Article 6.8.3)
Completion of 25 Yrs 12%
Completion of 30 Yrs 14%
MONTHLY EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAY SCHEDULE (Appendix B.2)
Percentage (of base wage)
AA Degree (90 credits)4%
BA/BS Degree or Masters Degree 6%
- The city contributes 4.5% of the employee's base wage to a deferred comp account. (Appendix A.3)
Completion of 10 Yrs 4%
Completion of 15 Yrs 6%
Completion of 20 Yrs 10%
Completion of 5 Yrs 2%
POLICE NON-COMMISSIONED- MONTHLY LONGEVITY INCENTIVE PAY SCHEDULE (Article 12, Appendix B.1)
Years of Service Percentage (of base wage)
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
Grade STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
h09 16.28 16.50 16.75 17.00 17.25
h10 17.50 17.75 18.00 18.25 18.50
h11 18.75 19.00 19.25 19.50 19.75
h12 20.00 20.50 21.00 21.50 22.00
h13 22.50 23.00 23.50 24.00 24.50
h14 25.00 25.50 26.00 26.50 27.00
h15 27.50 28.00 28.50 29.00 29.50
h16 30.00 30.50 31.00 31.50 32.00
h17 32.50 33.00 33.50 34.00 34.50
h18 35.00 35.50 36.00 36.50 37.00
h19 37.50 38.00 38.50 39.00 39.50
h20 40.00 40.50 41.00 41.50 42.00
h21 42.25 42.50 42.75 43.00 43.25
h22 43.50 43.75 44.00 44.25 44.50
h23 45.00 45.50 46.00 46.50 47.00
h24 47.50 48.00 48.50 49.00 49.50
h25 50.00 51.00 52.00 53.00 54.00
h26 55.00 60.00 65.00 70.00 75.00
h27 80.00 85.00 90.00 95.00 100.00
h28 105.00 110.00 115.00 120.00 125.00
2024 CITY OF RENTON SALARY TABLE
SUPPLEMENTAL EMPLOYEE WAGE TABLE
AGENDA ITEM # 8. b)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
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CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. ________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING
SUBSECTION 4-5-050.A, SUBSECTION 4-5-050.C.4, SECTION 4-5-051,
SECTION 4-5-055, SUBSECTIONS 4-5-060.A AND B, 4-5-060.C.3, 4-5-
060.D.13, 4-5-060.E, 4-5-060.G, 4-5-060.H.1, 4-5-060.J.11, 4-5-060.K.1
AND K.2, 4-5-060.L.1 AND L.3, 4-5-060.N, 4-5-060.O.1 AND O.3 AND O.5
AND O.8, 4-5-060.R.2, 4-5-060.S, 4-5-090.A, SECTION 4-5-100, AND
SECTION 4-5-110 OF THE RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE AND AMENDING THE MOST RECENT VERSIONS OF THE
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, THE WASHINGTON STATE ENERGY
CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE CONSTRUCTION
ADMINISTRATION CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE, THE
NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, AND THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE;
REPEALING SUBSECTIONS 4-5-060.I.5, I.6, AND I.10; ADDING NEW
SECTIONS 4-5-061, 4-5-062, 4-5-063, 4-5-101, AND 4-5-105 TO THE
RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE ADOPTING THE INTERNATIONAL EXISTING
BUILDING CODE, THE INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE,
THE INTERNATIONAL WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE, THE
INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, AND THE LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS
CODE; AUTHORIZING CORRECTIONS, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY,
AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, this matter was duly referred to the Planning Commission for
investigation and study, and the matter was considered by the Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on October 4, 2023,
considered all relevant matters, and heard all parties in support or opposition, and
subsequently forwarded a recommendation to the City Council;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON,
DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. All portions of the Renton Municipal Code in this ordinance not
shown in strikethrough and underline edits or not explicitly repealed herein remain in
effect and unchanged; any exceptions or amendments to previous versions of the
AGENDA ITEM # 8. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
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International Codes not explicitly repealed remain in effect to the newly adopted
International Codes.
SECTION II. Subsection 4-5-050.A of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as
follows:
A. ADOPTION:
1. The 2018 2021 Edition of the International Building Code (IBC),
as adopted and amended by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51-
50 WAC, as published by the International Code Council, excluding Chapter
1, Administration, is adopted by reference, together with the following
amendments and additions. The Construction Administrative Code, as set
forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall apply in place of IBC Chapter 1, Administration.
2. Exceptions to the IBC: The provisions of this code do not apply
to temporary growing structures used solely for the commercial
production of horticultural plants including ornamental plants, flowers,
vegetables, and fruits. “Temporary growing structure” means a structure
that has the sides and roof covered with polyethylene, polyvinyl, or similar
flexible synthetic material and is used to provide plants with either frost
protection or increased heat retention. A temporary growing structure is
not considered a building for purposes of this code.
The provisions of this code do not apply to the construction,
alteration, or repair of temporary worker housing except as provided by
rule adopted under chapter 70.114A RCW or Chapter 37, Laws of 1998 (SB
AGENDA ITEM # 8. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
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6168). “Temporary worker housing” means a place, area, or piece of land
where sleeping places or housing sites are provided by an employer for his
or her employees or by another person, including a temporary worker
housing operator, who is providing such accommodations for employees,
for temporary, seasonal occupancy and includes "labor camps" under RCW
70.54.110.
3. Appendix E – Supplementary Accessibility Requirements, of the
2018 2021 Edition of the International Building Code is also adopted by
reference.
The 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) is included in
the adoption of the International Building Code as provided by Section
101.5.11 of the Construction Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4-5-
060.A.6, and amended in WAC 51-50-480000, et seq., including Appendix
A, Guidelines for the Seismic Retrofit of Existing Buildings, excluding
Chapter 1, Scope and Administration. The Construction Administrative
Code, as set forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall apply in place of IEBC Chapter 1,
Scope and Administration; provided, that detached one-and two-family
dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more
than three (3) stories above grade plane in height with a separate means
of egress, and their accessory structures not more than three (3) stories
above grade plane in height, shall comply with the IEBC or the International
Residential Code (IRC).
AGENDA ITEM # 8. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
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4. Reserved. The 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
(ISPSC) is included in the adoption of the International Building Code as
provided by IBC Section 3109.1 and amended in WAC 51-50-3109, and as
provided by IRC Section R326 and amended in WAC 51-51-0328, excluding
Chapter 1, Scope and Administration. The Construction Administrative
Code, as set forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall apply in place of ISPSC Chapter 1,
Scope and Administration. The design and construction of swimming
pools, spas and other aquatic recreation facilities shall comply with the
ISPSC, where the facility is one of the following, except that public
swimming pool barriers are regulated by WAC 246-260-031(4):
a. For the sole use of residents and invited guests at a single-
family dwelling;
b. For the sole use of residents and invited guests of a duplex
owned by the residents; or
c. Operated exclusively for physical therapy or rehabilitation
and under the supervision of a licensed medical practitioner.
All other “water recreation facilities” as defined in RCW 70.90.110 are
regulated under chapters 246-260 and 246-262 WAC.
5. The ICC A117.1-2017009, Accessible and Useable Buildings and
Facilities, is hereby adopted by reference, and all provisions therein shall
be mandatory requirements, as prescribed by the Building Official.
AGENDA ITEM # 8. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
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SECTION III. Subsection 4-5-050.C.4 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as
follows:
4. Snow Loads: Section 1608 of the International Building Code is
amended as follows:
1608.1 General.
Design snow loads shall be determined in accordance with Chapter
7 of ASCE 7, but the design roof load shall not be less than that
determined by Section 1607. Minimum Furthermore, the Ddesign
Roof Snow Load shall be twenty-five (25) pounds per square foot.
When using this roof snow load it will be left to the engineer’s
judgment whether to consider drift or sliding snow. However, the
engineer shall consider a rain on snow surcharge of at least five (5)
pounds per square foot for roof slopes less than five degrees (5°).
All remaining sections of 1608 are not adopted.
SECTION IV. Section 4-5-051 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as follows:
RMC 4-5-051 WASHINGTON STATE ENERGY CODE ADOPTED:
A. ADOPTION:
The 2021 Washington State Energy Code (WSEC), Commercial
Provisions and Residential Provisions, as adopted by the State Building
Code Council in chapters 51-11C and 51-11R WAC is adopted by reference
with the following additions, deletions and exceptions, .excluding provided
that the Administration sections C104, C106, C107, C109 through C111
AGENDA ITEM # 8. c)
ORDINANCE NO. ________
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C112, and R102 through R107, and R109 through R111 R112 is adopted by
reference are not adopted and the Construction Administrative Code, as
set forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall be applied in place of the Administration
sections C107 through C111 and R107 through R111 used in their place.
B. EXCEPTION TO WASHINGTON STATE ENERGY CODE:
The provisions of this code do not apply to temporary growing
structures used solely for the commercial production of horticultural
plants including ornamental plants, flowers, vegetables, and fruits. A
temporary growing structure is not considered a building for the purposes
of this code. However, the installation of other than listed, portable
mechanical equipment or listed, portable lighting fixtures is not allowed.
The provisions of this code do not apply to the construction, alteration,
or repair of temporary worker housing except as provided by rule adopted
under chapter 70.114A RCW or Chapter 37, Laws of 1998 (SB 6168).
“Temporary worker housing” means a place, area, or piece of land where
sleeping places or housing sites are provided by an employer for his or her
employees or by another person, including a temporary worker housing
operator, who is providing such accommodations for employees, for
temporary, seasonal occupancy.
SECTION V. Section 4-5-055 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as shown
on Attachment A.
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SECTION VI. Subsections 4-5-060.A and 4-5-060.B of the Renton Municipal
Code are amended as follows:
A. SECTION 101 – GENERAL:
1. 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the
Construction Administrative Code of the City of Renton, hereinafter
referred to as “this code”.
2. 101.2 Scope and general requirements. The provisions of this
Construction Administrative Code shall apply to building, plumbing, and
mechanical permits and the following “Construction Codes”:
a. 2018 2021 International Building Code – WAC 51-50;
b. 2018 2021 International Residential Code – WAC 51-51;
c. 2018 2021 International Mechanical Code – WAC 51-52;
d. 2018 2021 National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54) –
WAC 51-52;
e. 2020 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58) – WAC 51-52;
f. 2018 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code – WAC 51-56 and 51-57;
g. 2020 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70);
h. 2018 2021 International Property Maintenance Code;
i. 2018 2021 International Existing Building Code – WAC 51-50-
48000; and
j. 2018 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code –
WAC 51-50-3109 and WAC 51-51-0329;
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k. 2021 Washington State Energy Code, Commercial Provisions
and Residential Provisions —chapters 51-11C and 51-11R WAC; and
l. 2021 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code — chapter
51-55 WAC.
3. 101.2.1 Definitions. For the purpose of this section, certain
terms, phrases, words and their derivatives shall have the meanings set
forth in this section. Where terms are not defined here or in the
International Codes as amended by Washington State, they shall have their
ordinary accepted meanings within the context with which they are used.
Webster’s Third International Dictionary of the English Language,
Unabridged, latest edition, shall be considered as providing ordinary
accepted meanings. Words used in the singular include the plural and the
plural the singular. Words used in the masculine gender include the
feminine and the feminine the masculine.
a. “Action” means a specific response complying fully with a
specific request by the jurisdiction.
b. “Building service equipment” means and refers to the
plumbing, mechanical and electrical equipment including piping, wiring,
fixtures, and other accessories which provide sanitation, lighting, heating,
ventilation, cooling, refrigeration, firefighting, and transportation facilities
essential to the occupancy of the building or structure for its designated
use.
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c. “Complete response” means an adequate response to all
requests from City staff in sufficient detail to allow the application to be
processed.
d. “Occupancy” means the purpose for which a building, or part
thereof, is used or intended to be used.
e. “Shall,” as used in this section, is mandatory.
f. “Valuation” or “value” as applied to a building or building
service equipment, means and shall be the estimated cost to replace the
building and its building service equipment in kind, based on current
replacement costs. It shall also include the contractor’s overhead and
profit.
4. 101.3 Appendices. Provisions in the appendices shall not apply
unless specifically adopted. referenced in this chapter of the Renton
Municipal Code. An appendix adopted by a local jurisdiction that affects
single-family or multifamily residential buildings as defined in RCW
19.27.015 shall not be effective unless approved by the state building code
council pursuant to RCW 19.27.060 (1)(a).
Exceptions:
a. The state building code council has determined that a local
ordinance providing specifications for light straw-clay or strawbale
construction, or requiring a solar-ready zone, or requiring fire sprinklers in
accordance with Appendices AR, AS, or V of the International Residential
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Code may be adopted by any local government upon notification of the
council.
b. Appendix AQ, Tiny Homes, Appendix T, Solar-Ready
Provisions-Detached One And Two Family Dwellings, Multiple Single-
Family Dwellings - Townhouses and Appendix U, Dwelling Unit Fire
Sprinkler Systems, are included in adoption of the International Residential
Code.
5. 101.4 Intent. The purpose of the Construction Codes and the
Construction Administrative Code is to establish the minimum
requirements to provide a reasonable level of safety, public health, and
general welfare through structural strength, means of egress facilities,
stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy conservation,
and for providing a reasonable level of life safety to life and property
protection from fire, explosion and other or dangerous conditions hazards
attributed to the built environment and to provide a reasonable level of
safety to fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency
operations.
6. 101.5 Referenced Codes. The codes listed in subsections RMC 4-
5-060.A.6.a, 101.5.1 International Building Code – Scope, through RMC 4-
5-060.A.6.k, 101.5.10 Ventilation, and referenced elsewhere in the
Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code shall be
considered part of the requirements of the Construction Codes and the
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Construction Administrative Code to the prescribed extent of each such
reference.
a. 101.5.1 International Building Code – Scope. The provisions
of the International Building Code (IBC) shall apply to the construction,
alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use
and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal, and demolition of every
building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such
buildings or structures.
Exception: Detached one (1) - and two (2) - family dwellings and
multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three (3)
stories above grade plane in height with separate means of egress and
their accessory structures not more than three (3) stories above grade
plane in height shall comply with the International Residential Code.
b. 101.5.2 International Residential Code – Scope. The
provisions of the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family
Dwellings (IRC) shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement,
enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy,
location, removal and demolition of detached one (1) - and two (2) - family
dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more
than three (3) stories above grade plane in height with a separate means
of egress and their accessory structures not more than three (3) stories
above grade plane in height, including adult family homes, foster family
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care homes and family day care homes licensed by the Washington state
department of social and health services.
Exception:
i. Live/work units located in townhouses complying
with the requirements of Section 419 of the International Building Code
shall be permitted to be constructed in accordance with the International
Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings. Fire suppression An
automatic sprinkler system required by Section 419.5 of the International
Building Code where constructed under the International Residential Code
for One- and Two-Family Dwellings shall conform to Section P2904 of the
International Residential Code Appendix U of the Washington State
Residential Code.
ii. Owner-occupied lodging houses with one or two
guestrooms shall be permitted to be constructed in accordance with the
International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings.
iii. Owner-occupied lodging houses with three to five
guestrooms shall be permitted to be constructed in accordance with the
International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings where
equipped with a fire sprinkler system in accordance with Appendix U of the
Washington State Residential Code.
iv. A care facility with five or fewer persons receiving
custodial care within a dwelling unit shall be permitted to be constructed
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in accordance with the International Residential Code for One- and Two-
Family Dwellings where equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system
in accordance with Appendix U of the Washington State Residential Code.
v. A care facility with five or fewer persons receiving
medical care within a dwelling unit shall be permitted to be constructed in
accordance with the International Residential Code for One- and Two-
Family Dwellings where equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system
in accordance with Appendix U of the Washington State Residential Code.
vi. A care facility with five or fewer persons receiving
care that are within a single-family dwelling shall be permitted to be
constructed in accordance with the International Residential Code for One-
and Two-Family Dwellings where equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler
system in accordance with Appendix U of the Washington State Residential
Code.
c. 101.5.3 Electrical Code – Scope. The provisions of the Renton
Code apply to the installation of electric conductors, electric equipment,
alterations, modifications or repairs to existing electrical installations for
the following:
i. Electrical conductors, electrical equipment, and electrical
raceways installed within or on public and private buildings, property or
other structures.
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ii. Signaling and communications conductors and
equipment, telecommunications conductors and equipment, fiber optic
cables, and raceways installed within or on public and private buildings,
property or other structures.
iii. Yards, lots, parking lots, and industrial substations.
iv. Temporary electrical installations for use during the
construction of buildings.
v. Temporary electrical installations for carnivals,
conventions, festivals, fairs, traveling shows, the holding of religious
services, temporary lighting of streets, or other approved uses.
vi. Installations of conductors and equipment that connect
to a supply of electricity.
vii. All other outside electrical conductors on the premises.
viii. Optional standby systems derived from portable
generators.
Exception: Installations under the exclusive control of electric
utilities for the purpose of communication, transmission, and distribution
of electric energy located in buildings used exclusively by utilities for such
purposes or located outdoors on property owned or leased by the utilities
or on public highways, streets, roads, etc., or outdoors by established
rights on private property.
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It is the intent of this section that this code covers all premises’
wiring or wiring other than utility owned metering equipment, on the load
side of the service point of buildings, structures, or any other premises not
owned or leased by the utility. Also, it is the intent that this code covers
installations in buildings used by the utility for purposes other than listed
above, such as office buildings, warehouses, garages, machine shops, and
recreational buildings which are not an integral part of a generating plant,
substation, or control center.
The provisions of 296-46B WAC may also apply to electrical
installations and alterations. The provisions of Chapter 480-93 WAC are
enforced by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission,
while the provisions of Chapter 296-46B WAC are enforced by the
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
d. 101.5.4 Gas Code – Scope. The provisions of the National
Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) shall apply to the installation of gas piping from the
point of delivery, gas appliances and related accessories as covered in this
code when utilizing natural gas and gaseous hydrogen except those
regulated by the International Residential Code (IRC) and those utilizing
LPG. These requirements apply to gas piping systems extending from the
point of delivery to the inlet connections of appliances and the installation
and operation of residential and commercial gas appliances and related
accessories.
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e. 101.5.5.1 Mechanical Code – Scope. The provisions of the
International Mechanical Code (IMC) shall apply to the design, installation,
maintenance, alteration and inspection of mechanical systems that are
permanently installed and utilized to provide control of environmental
conditions and related processes within buildings. The International
Mechanical Code shall also regulate those mechanical systems, system
components, equipment and appliances specifically addressed herein. The
installation of fuel gas distribution piping and equipment, fuel gas-fired
appliances and fuel gas-fired appliance venting systems shall be regulated
by the National Fuel Gas Code.
Exceptions:
i. Detached one (1) - and two (2) - family dwellings and
multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three (3)
stories high with separate means of egress and their accessory structures
shall comply with the International Residential Code.
ii. The standards for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
installations shall be NFPA 58 (Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code) and ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code).
f. 101.5.5.2 Other authorities. In addition to the International
Mechanical Code, provisions of Chapter 480-93 WAC regarding gas
pipeline safety may also apply to single meter installations serving more
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than one (1) building. The provisions of Chapter 480-93 WAC are enforced
by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission.
g. 101.5.6 Plumbing Code – Scope. The provisions of the
Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) shall apply to the installation, alteration,
repair and replacement of plumbing systems, including equipment,
appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, and where connected to
a water or sewage system and all aspects of a medical gas system.
h. 101.5.7 Property maintenance. The provisions of the
International Property Maintenance Code, as amended by RMC 4-5-
130, shall apply to existing structures to provide minimum standards to
safeguard life or limb, health, property, and public welfare by regulating
and controlling the use and occupancy, location, and maintenance of all
residential buildings and other structures within this jurisdiction.
i. 101.5.8 Fire prevention. The provisions of the International
Fire Code (IFC) and RMC 4-5-070 shall apply to matters affecting or relating
to structures, processes, premises and safeguards from the hazard of fire
and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of structures,
materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public
welfare in the occupancy or operation of structures or premises; from
matters related to the construction, extension, repair, alteration or
removal of fire suppression and alarm systems or fire hazards in the
structure or on the premises from occupancy or operation: and matters
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related to preparedness for natural or manmade disasters; and from
conditions affecting the safety of fire fighters and emergency responders
during emergency procedures.
j. 101.5.9 Energy Code – Scope. The provisions of the
Washington State Energy Code (WSEC) shall apply to all matters governing
the design and construction of buildings for energy efficiency. WAC 51-
11R applies to residential buildings, building sites, associated systems and
equipment, and WAC 51-11C applies to commercial buildings, building
sites, associated systems and equipment. Residential sleeping units, Group
I-1, Condition 2 assisted living facilities licensed by Washington state under
chapter 388-78A WAC and Group I-1, Condition 2 residential treatment
facilities licensed by Washington state under chapter 246-337 WAC shall
utilize the commercial building sections of the energy code regardless of
the number of stories of height above grade plane. Building areas that
contain Group R sleeping units, regardless of the number of stories in
height, are required to comply with the commercial sections of the energy
code. Where a building includes both residential building and commercial
building portions, each portion shall be separately considered and meet
the applicable provisions of the WSEC - Commercial or WSEC - Residential
Provisions.
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k. 101.5.10 Ventilation. The provisions of the mechanical code
shall apply to all occupancies to govern minimum requirements for
ventilation.
l. 101.25.11 International Existing Building Code – Scope. The
provisions of the International Existing Building Code shall apply to matters
governing the repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition to and
relocation of existing buildings. Provided, that the Washington State
Energy Code and the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code shall be
regulated by their respective provisions for existing buildings. Provided,
that work regulated by this code is also regulated by the construction
requirements for existing buildings within Chapter 11 of the International
Fire Code, such work shall comply with applicable requirements in both
codes.
i. 101.2.1 Exception: Detached one (1) - and two (2) - family
dwellings and townhouses not more than three stories above grade plane
in height with a separate means of egress, and their accessory structures
not more than three stories above grade plane in height, shall comply with
this code or the International Residential Code.
i. 101.5.11.1 Buildings previously occupied. The legal
occupancy of any building existing on July 1, 2016 shall be permitted to
continue without change, except as is specifically covered in this code, the
International Fire Code, or as deemed necessary by the code official to
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mitigate an unsafe building. For the purpose of this section, “unsafe
building” is not to be construed to mean a mere lack of compliance with
the current code.
ii. 101.52.11.2 Appendices. The code official is authorized
to require rehabilitation and retrofit of buildings, structures, or individual
structural members in accordance with the appendices of this code if such
appendices have been individually adopted. Appendix A of the
International Existing Building Code, Guidelines for the Seismic Retrofit of
Existing Buildings, is hereby adopted as part of this code without any
specific adoption by the local jurisdiction.
m. 101.5.12 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code –
Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the construction,
alteration, movement, renovation, replacement, repair and maintenance
of aquatic recreation facilities, pools and spas. The pools and spas covered
by this code are either permanent or temporary, and shall be only those
that are designed and manufactured to be connected to a circulation
system and that are intended for swimming, bathing or wading. Swimming
pools, spas and other aquatic recreation facilities shall comply with the
International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, where the facility is one of the
following:
i. For the sole use of residents and invited guests at a single-
family dwelling;
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ii. For the sole use of residents and invited guests of a duplex
owned by the residents; or
iii. Operated exclusively for physical therapy or rehabilitation
and under the supervision of a licensed medical practitioner.
Public swimming pool barriers shall be regulated by WAC 246-260-031(4).
All other “water recreation facilities” as defined in RCW 70.90.110 are
regulated under chapters 246-260 and 246-262 WAC.
n. 101.21 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code —
Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the construction,
alteration, movement, repair, maintenance and use of any building,
structure, or premises within the wildland-urban interface areas in this
jurisdiction.
B. SECTION 102 – APPLICABILITY:
1. 102.1.1 General. Where there is a conflict between a general
requirement and a specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be
applicable. Where, in any specific case, different sections of the
Construction Codes specify different materials, methods of construction or
other requirements, the most restrictive shall govern except that the
hierarchy of the codes named in RCW 19.27 shall govern.
2. 102.1.2 New Installations. The adopted Construction Codes
apply to new installations.
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Exception: If an electrical, plumbing or mechanical permit
application is received after the adopted Construction Codes have taken
effect, but is identified with a building permit application received prior to
the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section, all applicable
codes adopted and in force at the time of a complete building permit
application will apply.
3. 102.1.3 Existing installations. Lawfully installed existing
installations that do not comply with the provisions of the adopted
Construction Codes shall be permitted to be continued without change,
except as specifically authorized by this section, the International Existing
Building Code, the International Property Maintenance Code, the
International Fire Code or as is deemed necessary by the building official
for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public. Where
changes are required for correction of hazards, a reasonable amount of
time shall be given for compliance, depending on the degree of the hazard.
4. 102.1.4 Maintenance. Buildings and structures, including their
electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems, equipment, materials and
appurtenances, both existing and new, and parts thereof shall be
maintained in proper operating condition in accordance with the original
design and in a safe, hazard-free condition. Devices or safeguards that are
required by the adopted Construction Codes shall be maintained in
compliance with the code edition under which installed. The owner or the
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owner’s designated agent shall be responsible for the maintenance of the
systems and equipment. To determine compliance with this provision, the
code official shall have the authority to require that the systems and
equipment be reinspected.
5. 102.1.5 Additions, alterations, modifications or repairs for
other than IRC buildings. Additions, alterations, modifications or repairs
to a building or structure or to the electrical, plumbing or mechanical
system(s) of any building, structure, or premises shall conform to the
requirements of the adopted Construction Codes. However, those
portions of the existing building or system not being altered or modified
are only required to comply with all the requirements of the adopted
Construction Codes when specifically required in this chapter, the
International Existing Building Code, the International Property
Maintenance Code, the International Fire Code, or when deemed
necessary by the building official for the general safety and welfare of the
occupants and the public. Installations, additions, alterations,
modifications, relocations or repairs shall not cause an existing building to
become unsafe or to adversely affect the performance of the building as
determined by the building official or designated representative. Electrical
wiring added to an existing service, feeder, or branch circuit shall not result
in an installation that violates the provisions of the code in force at the
time the additions were made.
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6. 102.1.6 Additions, alterations, change of use, repairs, or
relocations to IRC buildings. Additions, alterations, repairs, or relocations
shall be permitted to conform to the requirements of the provisions of IRC
Chapter 45 or shall conform to the requirements for a new structure
without requiring the existing structure to comply with the requirements
of this code, unless otherwise stated. Additions, alterations, repairs, and
relocations shall not cause an existing structure to become less compliant
with the provisions of this code than the existing building or structure was
prior to the addition, alteration, repair, or relocation. Where additions,
alterations, or changes of use to an existing structure result in a use or
occupancy, height, or means of egress outside the scope of this code, the
building shall comply with the International Existing Building Code.
Exception: Additions with less than 500 square feet of conditioned
floor area are exempt from the requirements for Whole House Ventilation
Systems, Section M1505
67. 102.2 Other laws. The provisions of the Construction Codes
and the Construction Administrative Code shall not be deemed to nullify
any provisions of local, state or federal law.
78. 102.3 Application of references. References to chapter or
section numbers, or to provisions not specifically identified by number,
shall be construed to refer to such chapter, section or provision of the
Construction Codes.
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89. 102.4 Existing structures and installations. The legal
occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of the
Construction Codes shall be permitted to continue without change, except
as is specifically covered in the referenced codes listed in RMC 4-5-060.A.6,
101.5 Referenced Codes, this code, or as is deemed necessary by the
building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and
the public.
910. 102.5 Added electrical wiring. Electrical wiring added to an
existing service, feeder, or branch circuit shall not result in an installation
that violates the provisions of this section in force at the time the additions
were made.
1011. 102.6.1 Moved buildings. Buildings or structures moved into
or within a jurisdiction shall comply with the provisions of this code, the
International Existing Building Code (WAC 51-50) when applicable, the
International Residential Code (WAC 51-51), the International Building
Code (WAC 51-50), the International Mechanical Code (WAC 51-52), the
International Fire Code (WAC 51-54), the Uniform Plumbing Code and
Standards (WAC 51-56 and 51-57), and the Washington State Energy Code
(WAC 51-11).
Exception: Group R-3 buildings or structures are not required to
comply if:
a. The original occupancy classification is not changed; and
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b. The original building is not substantially remodeled or
rehabilitated.
For the purposes of this section a building shall be considered to be
substantially remodeled when the costs of remodeling exceed sixty
percent (60%) of the value of the building exclusive of the costs relating to
preparation, construction, demolition or renovation of foundations.
Valuation shall be determined from the King County Assessor records at
the time of the first application for a building permit.
1112. 102.6.2 Moved Buildings, Electrical.
a. Nonresidential buildings or structures moved into or within
the jurisdiction must be inspected to ensure compliance with current
requirements of this section.
b. Residential buildings or structures moved into the
jurisdiction must be inspected to ensure compliance with the NEC
requirements in effect at the time and place the original wiring was made.
The building or structure must be inspected to ensure compliance with all
current requirements of Chapter 19.28 RCW and the rules developed by
the department if:
i. The original occupancy classification of the building or
structure is changed as a result of the move; or
ii. The building or structure has been substantially
remodeled or rehabilitated as a result of the move.
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1213. 102.7.1 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and
standards referenced in the Construction Codes shall be considered part
of the requirements of the Construction Codes to the prescribed extent of
each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of the
Construction Codes and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of
the Construction Codes shall apply.
Exception. Where enforcement of a code provision would violate
the conditions of the listing of equipment or an appliance, the conditions
of the listing and the manufacturer’s installation instructions shall apply.
1314. 102.7.2 International Fire Code - Referenced codes and
standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those
that are listed in Chapter 80, except all references to the NFPA 70 National
Electrical Code shall be substituted with the phrase, “Renton Electrical
Code”. Such codes and standards shall be considered part of the
requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference
as determined or modified by the fire code official. In the event the
referenced codes are inconsistent with this code, this code shall apply.
145. 102.8 Partial invalidity. In the event that any part or provision
of the Construction Codes is held to be illegal or void, this shall not have
the effect of making void or illegal any of the other parts or provisions.
156. 102.9 Requirements not covered by code. Requirements
necessary for the strength, stability or proper operation of an existing or
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proposed structure or installation, or for the public safety, health and
general welfare, not specifically covered by this code, shall be determined
by the building official.
167. 102.10 Structures in Areas of Special Flood Hazard. Buildings
located in Areas of Special Flood Hazard shall be regulated under the
International Building Code or the International Residential Code, and the
Renton Municipal Code.
SECTION VII. Subsection 4-5-060.C.3 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
3. 103.3 Deputies. The building official may delegate shall have the
authority to appoint a deputy building official, other related technical
officers, code enforcement officers, inspectors, plan examiners or other
City employees. Such employees shall have powers as delegated by the
building official.
SECTION VIII. Subsection 4-5-060.D.13 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
13. 104.13 Alternative materials, design and methods of
construction and equipment. The provisions of the Construction Codes
are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit
any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by the
Construction Codes, provided that any such alternative has been approved
by the building official. An alternative material, design or method of
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construction shall be approved where the building official finds that the
proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the
provisions of the Construction Codes, and that the material, method or
work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that
prescribed in the Construction Codes in quality, strength, effectiveness,
fire resistance, durability, energy efficiency and safety. Where the
alternative material, design or method of construction is not approved, the
building official shall respond in writing, stating the reasons why the
alternative was not approved. The building official is authorized to charge
an additional fee to evaluate any proposed alternate material, design
and/or method of construction and equipment under the provisions of this
section.
SECTION IX. Subsection 4-5-060.E of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
E. SECTION 105 – PERMITS:
1. 105.1 Required. Any owner or owner’s authorized agent who
intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the
occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter,
repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or
plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the Construction
Codes and the Construction Administrative Code, or to cause any such
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work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and
obtain the required permit.
a. 105.1.1 Annual permit. In lieu of an individual permit for
each alteration to an already approved electrical, gas, mechanical or
plumbing installation, the building official is authorized to issue an annual
permit upon application therefor to any person, firm or corporation
regularly employing one or more qualified tradespersons in the building,
structure or on the premises owned or operated by the applicant for the
permit.
b. 105.1.2 Annual permit records. The person to whom an
annual permit is issued shall keep a detailed record of alterations made
under such annual permit. The building official shall have access to such
records upon request during the time of inspection and such records shall
be filed with the building official as designated.
c. 105.1.3 Electrical permit required. In accordance with
Chapter 19.28 RCW, an electrical permit is required for the following
installations:
i. The installation, alteration, repair, replacement,
modification or maintenance of all electrical systems, wire and electrical
equipment regardless of voltage.
ii. The installation and/or alteration of low voltage systems
defined as:
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(a) NEC, Class 1 power limited circuits at thirty (30) volts
maximum.
(b) NEC, Class 2 circuits powered by a Class 2 power
supply as defined in NEC 725.41(A).
(c) NEC, Class 3 circuits powered by a Class 3 power
supply as defined in NEC 725.41(A).
iii. Telecommunications Systems.
(a) All installations of telecommunications systems on
the customer side of the network demarcation point for projects greater
than ten (10) telecommunications outlets.
(b) All backbone installations regardless of size and all
telecommunications cable or equipment installations involving
penetrations of fire barriers or passing through hazardous locations
require permits and inspections.
(c) The installation of greater than ten (10) outlets and
the associated cables along any horizontal pathway from a
telecommunications closet to work areas during any continuous ninety
(90) - day period requires a permit and inspection.
(d) In Residential Groups R-1 and R-2 occupancies as
defined in the International Building Code, permits and inspections are
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walls, ceilings and floors; and installations of greater than ten (10) outlets
in common areas.
(e) Definitions of telecommunications technical terms
will come from Chapter 19.28 RCW, the currently adopted WAC rules,
EIA/TIA standards, and the NEC.
d. 105.1.4 Grading permit required. No person shall do any
grading without first obtaining a grading permit from the building official.
2. 105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit
requirements related to the Construction Codes shall not be deemed to
grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of
the provisions of the Construction Codes or any other laws or ordinances
of this jurisdiction. Permit exemptions shall not apply to Areas of Flood
Hazard and City Land Use Critical Areas. Permits shall not be required for
the following:
a. Public service agencies or Work in the Public Way.
i. A permit shall not be required for the installation,
alteration or repair of generation, transmission, distribution or metering
or other related equipment that is under the ownership and control of
public service agencies established by right.
ii. A permit shall not be required for work located primarily
in a public way, public utility towers and poles (but not exempting wireless
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communications facilities not located in a public way) and hydraulic flood
control structures.
b. Grading.
i. An excavation below existing finished grade for
basements and footings of an existing building, retaining wall or other
structure authorized by a valid building permit. This shall not exempt any
excavation having an unsupported height greater than five feet (5’).
ii. An excavation of less than fifty (50) cubic yards of
materials which:
(a) is less than two (2) feet in depth and/or
(b) which does not create a cut slope of a ratio steeper
than two (2) horizontal to one (1) vertical.
(c) A fill of less than fifty (50) cubic yards of material
which is less than one foot (1’) in depth and placed on natural terrain with
a slope flatter than five (5) horizontal to one (1) vertical.
c. Building.
i. One story detached accessory structures constructed
under the provisions of the IRC used as tool and storage sheds, tree
supported play structures, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor
area does not exceed two hundred (200) square feet (18.58 m 2). Provided
that a permit is required for regulated work within locations subject to the
requirements of the Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
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ii. Fences not over six feet (6') (1,829 mm) high.
iii. Oil derricks.
iv. Retaining walls and rockeries which are not over four
feet (4') (1,219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to
the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II
or III-A liquids.
v. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity
does not exceed five thousand (5,000) gallons (18,925 L) and the ratio of
height to diameter or width does not exceed two (2) to one.
vi. Sidewalks, decks and driveways not more than thirty
inches (30") (762 mm) above grade and not over any basement or story
below and which are not part of an accessible route. Provided that a permit
is required for regulated work within locations subject to the requirements
of the Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
vii. In-kind re-roofing of one (1) - and two (2) - family
dwellings provided the roof sheathing is not removed or replaced.
viii. Painting, nonstructural wood and vinyl siding, papering,
tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work, provided
that existing, required accessible features are not altered. This exemption
shall not apply to veneer, stucco or exterior finish and insulation systems
(EFIS). This exemption shall not apply to structures regulated under
Chapter 64.55 RCW. Provided that a permit is required for exterior
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regulated work within locations subject to the requirements of the
Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
ix. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage
sets and scenery.
x. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to one (1) - and
two (2) - family dwellings or Group R-3 occupancy which are less than
twenty four inches (24") (610 mm) deep, do not exceed five thousand
(5,000) gallons (18,925 L) and are installed entirely above ground.
xi. Shade cloth structures constructed for garden nursery or
agricultural purposes and not including service systems. Provided that a
permit is required for regulated work within locations subject to the
requirements of the Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
xii. Swings, play structures, slides and other similar
playground equipment. Provided, that a permit and compliance with IBC
424 is required for play structures installed inside all occupancies covered
by the IBC that exceed ten (10) feet in height or one hundred fifty (150)
square feet in area.
xiii. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which
do not project more than fifty four inches (54") (1,372 mm) from the
exterior wall and do not require additional support of a one (1) - and two
(2) - family dwelling or a Group R-3 or U occupancy. Provided that a permit
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is required for regulated work within locations subject to the requirements
of the Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
xiv. Movable cases, counters and partitions not over five
feet nine inches (5’ 9") (1,753 mm) in height.
xv. Satellite earth station antennas six and one-half feet (6-
1/2’) (2 m) or less in diameter in zones other than residential zones.
xvi. Satellite earth station antennas three and one-quarter
feet (3-1/4’) (1 m) or less in diameter in residential zones.
xvii. Video programming service antennas three and one-
quarter feet (3-1/4’) (1 m) or less in diameter or diagonal dimension,
regardless of zone.
xviii. Replacement of nonstructural siding on IRC structures
except for veneer, stucco or exterior finish and insulation systems (EFIS).
Provided that a permit is required for regulated work within locations
subject to the requirements of the Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
xix. In kind Wwindow and door replacement for IRC
structures where openings are not increased, no alteration of structural
members is required, U-Value is 0.30 or less meets the prescriptive
requirements within the Washington State Energy Code, safety glass is
installed in hazardous locations provided where required, and the
openable portions of egress windows in bedrooms and basements are not
decreased in any dimension.
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xx. Job shacks that are placed at a permitted job site during
construction may be allowed on a temporary basis and shall be removed
upon final approval of construction. A job shack is a portable structure for
which the primary purpose is to house equipment and supplies, and which
may serve as a temporary office during construction for the purposes of
the construction activity.
xxi. Photovoltaic (PV) systems meeting all the following
criteria:
(a) PV system is designed and proposed for a single-
family dwelling, accessory dwelling unit, or unit-lot townhome not more
than three (3) stories above grade or detached accessory buildings.
(b) PV system is designed for the rooftop of a house in
compliance with applicable codes.
(c) The mounting system is engineered and designed for
PV.
(d) The rooftop is made from lightweight material such
as a single layer of composition shingles, metal roofing, lightweight
masonry, or cedar shingles.
(e) PV system has an approved and issued electrical
permit.
(f) To address uplift, modules are mounted no higher
than eighteen inches (18") above the surface of the roofing to which they
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are affixed, and except for flat roofs, no portion of the system may exceed
the highest point of the roof.
(g) Total dead load of panels, supports, mountings,
raceways, and all other appurtenances weigh no more than four (4)
pounds per square foot.
(h) Supports for solar panels are installed to spread the
dead load across as many roof-framing members as needed to ensure that
at no point are loads created in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
(i) The installation shall comply with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
(j) A method and type of weatherproofing roof
penetrations is provided.
(k) The house is code compliant with setbacks and
height, or the code allows the expansion of nonconformity for solar panels.
(l) The PV panels are mounted no higher than the roof
ridge or apex of roof (applies to only sloped roofs).
(m) Roof access, pathways, and spacing requirements
shall be provided in accordance with IFC 1204.2 and WAC 51-54A-1204.
(n) Roof and wall penetrations will be flashed and
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(o) PV modules and supporting structure will be
constructed of noncombustible materials or fire-retardant treated wood
equivalent to that of required for the roof construction.
(p) PV system shall be installed by a licensed contractor.
d. Electrical.
i. Portable motors or other portable appliances energized
by means of a cord or cable having an attachment plug end to be
connected to an approved receptacle when that cord or cable is permitted
by the National Electrical Code.
ii. Repair or replacement of fixed motors, transformers or
fixed approved appliances or devices rated fifty amps or less which are like-
in-kind in the same location.
iii. Temporary decorative lighting, when used for a period
not to exceed ninety (90) days and removed at the conclusion of the ninety
(90) - day period.
iv. Repair or replacement of current-carrying parts of any
switch, conductor or control device which are like-in-kind in the same
location.
v. Repair or replacement of attachment plug(s) and
associated receptacle(s) rated fifty (50) amperes or less which are like-in-
kind in the same location.
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vi. Repair or replacement of any over-current device which
is like-in-kind in the same location.
vii. Repair or replacement of electrodes or transformers of
the same size and capacity for signs or gas tube systems.
viii. Removal of electrical wiring.
ix. Telecommunications Systems as follows:
(a) Telecommunications outlet installations within
individual dwelling units.
(b) The installation or replacement of cord and plug
connected telecommunications equipment or for patch cord and jumper
cross-connected equipment.
x. Listed wireless security systems where power is supplied
by a listed Class 2 plug in transformer installed within dwelling units.
xi. A permit shall not be required for the installation,
alteration or repair of electrical wiring, apparatus or equipment or the
generation, transmission, distribution or metering of electrical energy or
in the operation of signals or the transmission of intelligence by a public or
private utility in the exercise of its function as a serving utility.
xii. Portable generators serving only cord and plug
connected loads supplied through receptacles on the generator rated at
four thousand (4,000) watts or less.
xiii. Travel trailers.
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xiv. Like-in-kind replacement of a: contactor, relay, timer,
starter, circuit board, or similar control component; household appliance;
circuit breaker; fuse; residential luminaire; lamp; snap switch; dimmer;
receptacle outlet; thermostat; heating element; luminaire ballast with an
exact same ballast; component(s) of electric signs, outline lighting,
skeleton neon tubing when replaced on-site by an appropriate electrical
contractor and when the sign, outline lighting or skeleton neon tubing
electrical system is not modified; ten (10) horsepower or smaller motor;
and induction detection loops described in WAC 296-46B-300(2) and used
to control gate access devices.
xv. Low-voltage circuits for built-in residential vacuum
systems, underground landscape sprinkler systems and residential garage
doors.
xvi. Low-voltage circuits for underground landscape lighting
when power supplying the installation is derived from a listed Class 2
power supply and the installation isn’t covered under Article 680 of the
NEC for swimming pools, fountains and similar installations.
e. Mechanical.
i. Portable heating, cooking, or clothes drying appliances.
ii. Portable ventilation equipment.
iii. Portable cooling unit.
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iv. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or
cooling equipment regulated by the Construction Codes.
v. Replacement of any part which does not alter its approval
or make it unsafe.
vi. Portable evaporative cooler.
vii. Self-contained refrigeration system containing ten (10)
pounds (4.54 kg) or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of one (1)
horsepower (746 W) or less.
viii. Portable fuel cell appliances that are not connected to
a fixed piping system and are not interconnected.
f. Plumbing.
i. The stopping and/or repairing of leaks in drains, water,
soil, waste or vent pipe provided, however, that should any concealed trap,
drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe become defective and it
becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material,
the same shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained
and inspection made as provided in the Construction Codes.
ii. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in
pipes, valves or fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water
closets, provided such repairs do not involve or require replacement or
rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.
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iii. Reinstallation or replacement of prefabricated fixtures
that do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves
or pipes.
3. 105.2.1 Emergency repairs. Where equipment replacements
and equipment repairs must be performed in an emergency situation, the
permit application shall be submitted within the next working business day
to the building official.
4. 105.2.2 Repairs. Application or notice to the building official is
not required for ordinary repairs to structures. Such repairs shall not
include the cutting away of any wall, partition or portion thereof, the
removal or cutting of any structural beam or load-bearing support, or the
removal or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of
parts of a structure affecting the egress requirements; nor shall ordinary
repairs include an addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of
any standpipe, water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil,
waste, vent or similar piping, electric wiring or mechanical or other work
affecting public health or general safety.
5. 105.3 Application for permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant
shall first file a complete application in writing on a form furnished by the
building department for that purpose. Such application shall:
a. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit
for which application is made.
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b. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done
by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily
identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work.
c. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work
is intended.
d. Be accompanied by construction documents and other
information as required in RMC 4-5-060.G, Section 107 – Submittal
Documents.
e. State the valuation of the proposed work.
f. Be signed by the applicant or the applicant’s authorized
agent.
g. Give such other data and information as required by the
building official.
6. 105.3.1 Action on application. The building official shall examine
or cause to be examined applications for permits and amendments thereto
within a reasonable time after filing. If the application or the construction
documents do not conform to the requirements of pertinent laws, the
building official shall reject such application in writing, stating the reasons
therefor. If the building official is satisfied that the proposed work
conforms to the requirements of the Construction Codes and the
Construction Administrative Code and laws and ordinances applicable
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thereto, the building official shall issue a permit therefor as soon as
practicable.
7. 105.3.1.1 Determination of substantially improved or
substantially damaged existing buildings in flood hazard areas.
a. For applications for reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition,
alteration, repair or other improvement of existing buildings or structures
located in a flood hazard area, the building official shall examine or cause
to be examined the construction documents and shall make a
determination with regard to the value of the proposed work. For buildings
that have sustained damage of any origin, the value of the proposed work
shall include the cost to repair the building or structure to its predamaged
condition. If the building official finds that the value of proposed work
equals or exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the market value of the building
or structure before the damage has occurred or the improvement is
started, the proposed work is a substantial improvement or repair of
substantial damage and the building official shall require existing portions
of the entire building or structure to meet the requirements of IBC 1612 or
IRC Section R322, as applicable. See IBC Chapter 2 Definitions for
Substantial Damage, Substantial Improvement and Flood Hazard Area for
additional information.
b. For the purpose of this determination, a substantial
improvement shall mean any repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation,
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addition or improvement of a building or structure, the cost of which
equals or exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the market value of the building
or structure before the improvement or repair is started. Where the
building or structure has sustained substantial damage, repairs necessary
to restore the building or structure to its predamaged condition shall be
considered substantial improvements regardless of the actual repair work
performed. The term shall not include either of the following:
i. Improvements to a building or structure that are required
to correct existing health, sanitary or safety code violations identified by
the building official and that are the minimum necessary to ensure safe
living conditions.
ii. Any alteration of a historic building or structure, provided
that the alteration will not preclude the continued designation as a historic
building or structure. For the purposes of this exclusion, a historic building
shall be any of the following:
(a) Listed or preliminarily determined to be eligible for
listing in the National Register of Historic Places.
(b) Determined by the Secretary of the U.S. Department
of Interior as contributing to the historical significance of a registered
historic district or a district preliminarily determined to qualify as an
historic district.
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(c) Designated as historic under a state or local historic
preservation program that is approved by the Department of Interior.
78. 105.3.2 Time limitation of application.
a. Applications for which no permit is issued within twelve (12)
months following the date of application shall expire by limitation and
plans and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to
the applicant or destroyed in accordance with state law.
b. The building official may extend the life of an application if
any of the following conditions exist:
i. Compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act is in
progress; or
ii. Any other City review is in progress; provided the
applicant has submitted a complete response to City requests or the
building official determines that unique or unusual circumstances exist
that warrant additional time for such response, and the building official
determines that the review is proceeding in a timely manner toward final
City decision; or
iii. Litigation against the City or applicant is in progress, the
outcome of which may affect the validity or the provisions of any permit
issued pursuant to such application.
c. The building official may approve a request for extension of
the application for an additional (12) twelve months for a fee of one-half
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(1/2) of the original plan review fee where special circumstances exist and
justifiable cause is demonstrated.
89. 105.3.3 Verification of contractor registration. Prior to
issuance of a permit for work which is to be done by a contractor required
to be registered pursuant to RCW 18.27, the applicant shall provide the
City with the contractor’s registration number and Renton business license
number and any other information determined necessary by the City to
allow verification that such contractor is currently registered as required
by law.
10. 105.3.4 Vesting of Construction Codes. The construction codes
and construction administrative code that are in effect when the building
permit application is deemed complete by the building official shall apply.
The city has the authority to establish policies and procedures for
establishing the requirements of a complete application. For mechanical,
electrical, plumbing or fire permit applications submitted after the
ordinance codified in this title has taken effect, but related to the scope of
work identified in a building permit application that was complete prior to
the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter, all applicable
construction codes adopted and in force at the time of filing of the
complete building permit application will apply.
911. 105.4 Validity of permit. The issuance or granting of a permit
shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation
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of any of the provisions of the Construction Codes and the Construction
Administrative Code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits
presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of the
Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or other
ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. The issuance of a permit
based on construction documents and other data shall not prevent the
building official from requiring the correction of errors in the construction
documents and other data. The building official is also authorized to
prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of the
Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code or of any
other ordinances of this jurisdiction.
1012. 105.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall expire one (1)
year eighteen (18) months from the date of issuance. For permits that have
expired, a new permit must be obtained and new fees paid.
Exceptions:
a. The building official may approve a request for an extended
expiration date where a construction schedule is provided by the applicant
and approved prior to permit issuance.
b. An existing permit may be renewed one (1) time for a fee of
one-half (1/2) the original permit fee, provided the permit has not expired.
Permit renewals shall expire in one (1) year. No permit shall be renewed
more than once except the building official may consider a request for
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further extension where special circumstances exist and justifiable cause
is demonstrated.
c. The building official may authorize a thirty (30) - day
extension to an expired permit for the purpose of performing a final
inspection and closing out the permit as long as not more than one
hundred eighty (180) days has passed since the permit expired. The thirty
(30) - day extension would commence on the date of written approval. If
work required under a final inspection is not completed within the thirty
(30) - day extension period, the permit shall expire. However, the building
official may authorize an additional thirty (30) - day extension if conditions
outside of the applicant’s control exist and the applicant is making a good
faith effort to complete the permitted work.
1113. 105.6 Suspension or revocation. The building official is
authorized to suspend or revoke a permit issued under the provisions of
the Construction Codes and the Construction Administrative Code
wherever the permit is issued in error or on the basis of incorrect,
inaccurate or incomplete information, or in violation of any ordinance or
regulation or any of the provisions of the Construction Codes and the
Construction Administrative Code.
1214. 105.7 Placement of permit. The building permit or copy shall
be kept on the site of the work until the completion of the project. For
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access to permit for inspections, see RMC 4-5-060.J.6, 110.6 Inspection
record.
13. 105.8 Flammable and combustible liquids. An operational
permit is required:
a. To use or operate a pipeline for the transportation within
facilities of flammable or combustible liquids. This requirement shall not
apply to the off-site transportation in pipelines regulated by the
Department of Transportation (DOT) nor does it apply to piping systems.
b. To store, handle or use Class I liquids in excess of five (5)
gallons (19L) in a building or in excess of ten (10) gallons (37.9L) outside of
a building, except that a permit is not required for the following:
i. The storage or use of Class I liquids in the fuel tank of a
motor vehicle, aircraft, motorboat, mobile power plant or mobile heating
plant unless such storage, in the opinion of the fire code official, would
cause an unsafe condition.
ii. The storage or use of paints, oils, varnishes or similar
flammable mixtures when such liquids are stored for maintenance,
painting or similar purposes for a period of not more than thirty (30) days.
c. To store, handle or use Class II or Class IIIA liquids in excess
of twenty-five (25) gallons (95 L) in a building or in excess of sixty (60)
gallons (227L) outside a building, except for fuel oil used in connection with
oil-burning equipment in single-family and duplex dwellings.
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d. To store, handle or use Class IIIB liquids in tanks or portable
tanks for fueling motor vehicles at motor fuel-dispensing facilities or where
connected to fuel-burning equipment.
Exception: Fuel oil and used motor oil used for space heating
or water heating in single-family or duplex dwellings.
e. To remove Class I or II liquids from an underground storage
tank used for fueling motor vehicles by any means other than the
approved, stationary on-site pumps normally used for dispensing
purposes.
f. To operate tank vehicles, equipment, tanks, plants, terminals,
wells, fuel-dispensing stations, refineries, distilleries and similar facilities
where flammable and Class II, IIIA or IIIB combustible liquids are produced,
processed transported, stored, dispensed or used.
g. To place temporarily out of service (for more than ninety (90)
days) an underground, protected above-ground or above-ground
flammable or combustible liquid tank.
h. To change the type of contents stored in a flammable or
combustible liquid tank to a material that poses a greater hazard than that
for which the tank was designed and constructed.
i. To manufacture, process, blend or refine flammable or
combustible liquids.
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j. To engage in the dispensing of liquid fuels into the fuel tanks
of motor vehicles at commercial, industrial, governmental or
manufacturing establishments.
k. To utilize a site for the dispensing of liquid fuels from tank
vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles, marine craft and other
special equipment at commercial, industrial, governmental or
manufacturing establishments.
14. 105.9 Hot works operations. An operational permit is required
for hot work including, but not limited to:
a. Public exhibitions and demonstrations where hot work is
conducted.
b. Use of portable hot work equipment inside a structure.
c. Fixed-site hot work equipment such as welding booths.
d. Hot work conducted within a wildfire risk area.
e. Application of roof coverings with the use of an open-flame
device.
f. When approved, the fire code official shall issue a permit to
carry out a hot work program. This program allows approved personnel to
regulate their facility’s hot work operations. The approved personnel shall
be trained in the fire safety aspects denoted in this section and shall be
responsible for issuing permits requiring compliance with the
requirements found in Chapter 35 of the International Fire Code (IFC).
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These permits shall be issued only to their employees or hot work
operations under their supervision.
15. 105.10 Temporary place of assembly/special event permit. An
operational permit is required for any special event where three hundred
(300) or more people will congregate, either outdoors or indoors, in other
than a Group A Occupancy.
16. 105.11 Hazardous materials. A construction permit is required
to install, repair damage to, abandon, remove, place temporarily out of
service, or close or substantially modify a storage facility, tank, or other
area regulated by Chapter 50 of the IFC when the hazardous materials in
use or storage exceed the amounts listed in Table 105.6.20 of the IFC.
Exceptions:
a. Routine maintenance.
b. For emergency repair work performed on an emergency
basis, application for permit shall be made within two (2) working days of
commencement of work.
17. 105.12 Underground tanks operational permit fees. The fee
for permits issued in accordance with section 105.6 of the International
Fire Code and permits issued for underground tank removal shall be as
stipulated in the City of Renton Fee Schedule Brochure. Fees for tank
storage shall be assessed for each individual tank.
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Exception: Permit fees for Class IIIB liquid storage shall be assessed
for each tank up to a total of five (5) tanks, and no additional fee shall be
charged for the sixth (6th) through the tenth (10th) tank. The eleventh
(11th) tank and each subsequent tank of Class IIIB liquids shall be assessed
per tank.
The permits shall expire one (1) year after date of issuance or as
otherwise noted on the permit. The permit fee shall be payable at or
before the time of issuance or renewal of the permit. In the event of failure
to remit payment for an operational permit within thirty (30) days after
receipt of application or renewal notice, the fee for the permit shall be
double the amount of the above-stated fee.
SECTION X. Subsection 4-5-060.G of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
G. SECTION 107 – SUBMITTAL CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS:
1. 107.1 Submittal Construction documents. Submittal documents
consisting of construction documents, statement of special inspection and
structural observation programs, engineering reports and calculations,
diagrams and other data shall be submitted with each permit application
for a permit. The construction documents shall be prepared by a registered
design professional where required by the State of Washington. Where
special conditions exist, the building official is authorized to require
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additional construction documents to be prepared by a registered design
professional.
Exception: The building official is authorized to waive the
requirement for submission of construction documents and other data if
it is found that the nature of the work applied for is such that review of
construction documents is not necessary to obtain compliance with the
Construction Codes.
2. 107.2 Construction documents. Construction documents shall
be in accordance with RMC 4-5-060.G.2.a, 107.2.1 Information on
construction documents, through RMC 4-5-060.G.2.f, 107.2.5 Site plan.
a. 107.2.1 Information on construction documents.
Construction documents shall be dimensioned and drawn upon suitable
material. Electronic media documents are permitted to be submitted
when approved by the building official. Construction documents shall be
of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work
proposed in the proper orientation and layout as it is to be constructed
and show in detail that it will conform to the provisions of the Construction
Codes and the Construction Administrative Code and relevant laws,
ordinances, rules and regulations, as determined by the building official.
The plans must include the relevant items listed in this section and any
other information or documents as deemed necessary by the building
official.
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b. 107.2.1.1 Structural information. Structures or portions
thereof, constructed under the IBC shall have construction documents
include the information specified in section 1603 of the IBC.
c. 107.2.1.2 Nonstructural components. Construction
documents shall indicate if structural support and anchoring
documentation for nonstructural components is part of the design
submittal or a deferred submittal. The construction documents for
nonstructural components shall at a minimum identify the following:
i. All nonstructural components required by ASCE 7 Section
13.1.3 to have an importance factor of, Ip, of 1.5.
ii. All mechanical equipment, fire sprinkler equipment,
electrical equipment, and other nonstructural components required by
ASCE 7 Section 13.1.3 Item 1 to be operational following a seismic event
that require designated seismic systems per ASCE 7 Section 13.2.2 and
special inspections per Section 1705.13.4.
bd. 107.2.2 Fire protection system shop drawings. Shop
drawings for the fire protection system(s) shall be submitted to indicate
conformance with the Construction Codes, the Construction
Administrative Code, and the construction documents and shall be
approved prior to the start of system installation. Shop drawings shall
contain all information as required by the referenced installation
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standards in Chapter 9 of the IBC. Shop drawings shall be prepared by a
certified individual as required by the State of Washington.
ce. 107.2.3 Means of egress. The construction documents shall
show in sufficient detail the location, construction, size and character of all
portions of the means of egress in compliance with the provisions of the
Construction Codes. In other than one (1) - and two (2) - family dwellings
and in Groups R-2, R-3, and I-1 occupancies, the construction documents
shall designate the number of occupants to be accommodated on every
floor and in all rooms and spaces.
df. 107.2.4 Exterior wall envelope. Construction documents
for all buildings shall describe the exterior wall envelope in sufficient detail
to determine compliance with the Construction Codes. The construction
documents shall provide details of the exterior wall envelope as required,
including flashing; intersections with dissimilar materials; corners; end
details; control joints; intersections at roof eaves or parapets; means of
drainage; water-resistive membranes; and details around openings. The
construction documents shall include manufacturer’s installation
instructions that provide supporting documentation that the proposed
penetration and opening details described in the construction documents
maintain the weather resistance of the exterior wall envelope. The
supporting documentation shall fully describe the exterior wall system
which was tested, where applicable, as well as the test procedure used.
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Exception: Subject to the approval of the building official, one (1) - and two
(2) - family dwellings and Group R-3 and U occupancies may be exempt
from the detailing requirements of this section.
eg. 107.2.4.1 Building enclosure design requirements of
Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 64.55 (otherwise known as
Engrossed House Bill (EHB) 1848). Building enclosure design documents of
new or rehabilitated multifamily buildings that are subject to regulations
of Engrossed House Bill 1848 must be submitted at the time of permit
application. All applications for building construction or rehabilitation shall
include design documents prepared and stamped by an architect or
engineer that identify the building enclosure (building enclosure
documents), including but not limited to waterproofing, weather proofing
and/or otherwise protected from water or moisture intrusion, unless a
recorded irrevocable sale prohibition covenant is submitted to the City.
The City is prohibited from issuing a permit for construction or
rehabilitative construction unless the building enclosure documents
contain a stamped statement by the person stamping the building
enclosure design documents in substantially the following form: “The
undersigned has provided building enclosure documents that in my
professional judgment are appropriate to satisfy the requirements of
sections 1 through 10 of EHB 1848.” The City is not responsible for
determining whether the building enclosure design documents or the
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inspections performed are adequate or appropriate to satisfy the
requirements of the act.
See RMC 4-9-040, Condominium Conversions, for additional
requirements.
i. Any person applying for a building permit for construction
of a multiunit residential building or rehabilitative construction shall
submit building enclosure design documents to the building official prior
to the start of construction or rehabilitative construction of the building
enclosure. If construction work on a building enclosure is not rehabilitative
construction because the cost thereof is not more than five percent (5%)
of the assessed value of the building, then the person applying for a
building permit shall submit to the building official a letter so certifying.
Any changes to the building enclosure design documents that alter the
manner in which the building or its components is waterproofed,
weatherproofed, and otherwise protected from water or moisture
intrusion shall be stamped by the architect or engineer and shall be
provided to the building official and to the person conducting the course
of construction inspection in a timely manner to permit such person to
inspect for compliance therewith, and may be provided through individual
updates, cumulative updates, or as-built updates.
ii. The building official shall not issue a building permit for
construction of the building enclosure of a multiunit residential building or
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for rehabilitative construction unless the building enclosure design
documents contain a stamped statement by the person stamping the
building enclosure design documents in substantially the following form:
"The undersigned has provided building enclosure documents that in my
professional judgment are appropriate to satisfy the requirements of RCW
64.55.005 through 64.55.090."
iii. The building official is not charged with determining
whether the building enclosure design documents are adequate or
appropriate to satisfy the requirements of RCW 64.55.005 through RCW
64.55.090. Nothing in RCW 64.55.005 through RCW 64.55.090 requires a
building official to review, approve, or disapprove enclosure design
documents.
h. 107.2.4.2 Exterior balconies and elevated walking surfaces.
Where balconies or other elevated walking surfaces are exposed to water
from direct or blowing rain, snow, or irrigation, and the structural framing
is protected by an impervious moisture barrier, the construction
documents shall include details for all elements of the impervious
moisture barrier system. The construction documents shall include
manufacturer's installation instructions.
fi. 107.2.5 Site plan. The construction documents submitted
with the application for permit shall be accompanied by a site plan showing
to scale the size and location of new construction and existing structures
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on the site, distances from lot lines, the established street grades and the
proposed finished grades and, as applicable, flood hazard areas,
floodways, and design flood elevations; and it shall be drawn in accordance
with an accurate boundary line survey. In the case of demolition, the site
plan shall show construction to be demolished and the location and size of
existing structures and construction that is to remain on the site or plot.
The building official is authorized to waive or modify the requirement for
a site plan when the application for permit is for an alteration or repair or
when otherwise warranted.
gj. 107.2.5.1 Design flood elevations. Where design flood
elevations are not specified, they shall be established in accordance with
Section 1612.3.1 of the IBC.
hk. 107.2.6 Electrical.
i. Electrical Engineer. Electrical plans for the following
installations shall be prepared by or under the direction of an electrical
engineer registered under Chapter 18.43 RCW, and Chapters 180-
29, 246B-320, and 388-97 WAC. All electrical plans must bear the
engineer’s stamp and signature.
(a) All educational facilities, hospitals and nursing
homes;
(b) All services or feeders rated one thousand six
hundred (1,600) amperes or larger;
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(c) All installations identified in the National Electrical
Code requiring engineering supervision;
(d) As required by the building official for installations
which by their nature are complex, hazardous or pose unique design
problems.
ii. Information on construction documents. Construction
documents shall identify the name and classification of the facility and
clearly show the electrical installation or alteration in floor plan view,
include all switchboard and panelboard schedules and when a service or
feeder is to be installed or altered, must include a riser diagram, load
calculation, fault current calculation, and interrupting rating of equipment.
iii. Penetrations. Construction documents shall indicate
where penetrations will be made for electrical systems and shall indicate
the materials and methods for maintaining required structural safety, fire-
resistance rating and fire-blocking.
iv. Load calculations. Where an addition or alteration is
made to an existing electrical system, an electrical load calculation shall be
prepared to determine if the existing electrical service has the capacity to
serve the added load.
v. Plan review required. Electrical plan review is required
for all new or altered electrical projects in the following occupancies
and/or installations:
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(a) Educational, institutional, or health care
facilities/buildings as follows:
(1) Hospital;
(2) Nursing home unit or long-term care unit;
(3) Boarding home;
(4) Assisted living facility;
(5) Private alcoholism hospital;
(6) Alcoholism treatment facility;
(7) Private psychiatric hospital;
(8) Maternity home;
(9) Ambulatory surgery facility;
(10) Renal hemodialysis clinic;
(11) Residential treatment facility for psychiatrically
impaired children and youth;
(12) Adult residential rehabilitation center;
(13) Educational facilities; and
(14) Institutional facilities.
Exceptions:
(b) Electrical Plan review is not required for the above
educational, institutional, or health care facilities buildings where:
(1) Lighting specific projects that result in an
electrical load reduction on each feeder involved in the project;
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(2) Low voltage systems;
(3) Modification to existing electrical installations
where all of the following conditions are met:
(A) Service or distribution equipment involved is
rated less than one hundred (100) amperes and does not exceed two
hundred fifty (250) volts;
(B) Does not involve emergency systems other
than listed unit equipment per NEC 700.12(F);
(C) Does not involve branch circuits or feeders of
an essential electrical system as defined in NEC 517.2; and
(D) Service and feeder load calculations are
increased by five percent (5%) or less.
(4) Stand-alone utility fed services that do not
exceed two hundred fifty (250) volts, one hundred (100) amperes where
the project’s distribution system does not include:
(A) Emergency systems other than listed unit
equipment per NEC 700.12(F);
(B) Critical branch circuits or feeders as defined
in NEC 517.2; or
(C) A required fire pump system.
(c) Installations in occupancies, except one (1) - and two
(2) - family dwellings, where a service or feeder rated four hundred (400)
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amperes or greater is installed or altered or if more than four hundred
(400) amperes is added to the service or feeder.
(d) All work on electrical systems operating at/over six
hundred (600) Volts.
(e) All commercial generator installations or alterations.
(f) All work in areas determined to be hazardous
(classified) location by the NEC.
(g) If sixty fifty percent (6050%) or more of luminaires
change and there is an increase in lighting load.
(h) Installations of switches or circuit breakers rated
four hundred (400) amperes or over except for one (1) - and two (2) - family
dwellings.
(i) Wind driven generators.
(j) Solar photovoltaic systems other than a PV system is
designed and proposed for a single-family dwelling, accessory dwelling
unit, or unit-lot townhome not more than three (3) stories above grade or
detached accessory buildings.
(k) Any proposed installation which cannot be
adequately described in the application form.
il. 107.2.7 Plumbing. Plans must be submitted for review and
approval whenever the scope of the work is too complex for inspection
alone as determined by the building official.
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jm. 107.2.8 Mechanical. Plans must be submitted for review
and approval whenever the scope of the work is too complex for inspection
alone as determined by the building official.
n. 107.2.9 Relocatable Buildings. Construction documents for
relocatable buildings shall comply with IBC 3113.
3. 107.3 Examination of documents. The building official shall
examine or cause to be examined the accompanying submittal documents
and shall ascertain by such examinations whether the construction
indicated and described is in accordance with the requirements of the
Construction Codes, the Construction Administrative Code, and other
pertinent laws or ordinances.
a. 107.3.1 Use of consultants. Whenever review of a building
permit application requires retention by the jurisdiction for professional
consulting services, the applicant shall reimburse to the jurisdiction the
cost of such professional consulting services. This fee shall be in addition
to the normal plan review and building permit fees. The jurisdiction may
require the applicant to deposit an amount with the jurisdiction estimated
in the discretion of the building official to be sufficient to cover anticipated
costs to retaining professional consultant services and to ensure
reimbursement for such costs.
b. 107.3.2 Approval of construction documents. When the
building official issues a permit, the construction documents shall be
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approved, in writing or by stamp, as “Reviewed for Code Compliance.” One
(1) set of construction documents so reviewed shall be retained by the
building official. The other set shall be returned to the applicant, shall be
kept at the site of work and shall be open to inspection by the building
official or a duly authorized representative.
c. 107.3.3 Phased approval. The building official is authorized
to issue a permit for the construction of foundations or any other part of a
building or structure before the construction documents for the whole
building or structure have been approved, provided that adequate
information and detailed statements have been filed complying with
pertinent requirements of the Construction Codes and the Construction
Administrative Code. The holder of such permit for the foundation or other
parts of a building or structure shall proceed at the holder’s own risk with
the building operation and without assurance that a permit for the entire
structure will be granted.
4. 107.4.1 Design professional in responsible charge -
General. When it is required that documents be prepared by a qualified
registered design professional, the building official shall be authorized to
require the owner or the owner’s authorized agent to engage and
designate on the building permit application a registered design
professional who shall act as the registered design professional in
responsible charge. If the circumstances require, the owner or the owner’s
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authorized agent shall designate a substitute registered design
professional in responsible charge who shall perform the duties required
of the original registered design professional in responsible charge. The
building official shall be notified in writing by the owner or the owner’s
authorized agent if the registered design professional in responsible
charge is changed or is unable to continue to perform the duties. The
registered design professional in responsible charge shall be responsible
for reviewing and coordinating submittal documents prepared by others,
including phased and deferred submittal items, for compatibility with the
design of the building. Where structural observation is required by Section
1710 of the IBC, the inspection program shall name the individual or firms
who are to perform structural observations and describe the stages of
construction at which structural observation is to occur (see also other
duties specified in Chapter 17 of the IBC).
5. 107.4.2 Design professional in responsible charge - Deferred
submittals. Deferral of any submittal items shall have the prior approval of
the building official. The registered design professional in responsible
charge shall indicate the list of deferred submittals on the construction
documents for review by the building official. Documents for deferred
submittal items shall be submitted to the registered design professional in
responsible charge who shall review them and forward them to the
building official with a notation indicating that the deferred submittal
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documents have been reviewed and have been found to be in general
conformance to the design of the building. The deferred submittal items
shall not be installed until the deferred submittal documents have been
approved by the building official. The building official is authorized to
charge an additional plan review fee to evaluate deferred submittals under
the provisions of this section.
6. 107.5 Amended construction documents. Work shall be
installed in accordance with the approved construction documents, and
any changes made during construction that are not in compliance with the
approved construction documents shall be resubmitted for approval as an
amended set of construction documents. The building official is authorized
to charge an additional plan review fee to evaluate revisions to the
approved construction documents.
7. 107.6 Retention of construction documents. One (1) set of
approved construction documents shall be retained by the building official
for a period of not less than one hundred eighty (180) days from date of
completion of the permitted work or as required by state or local laws.
SECTION XI. Subsection 4-5-060.H.1 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
1. 108.1 General. The building official is authorized to issue a
permit for temporary structures and temporary uses. Such permits shall
be limited as to time of service, but shall not be permitted for more than
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one hundred eighty (180) days. The building official is authorized to grant
extensions for demonstrated cause. Temporary structures and uses shall
comply with the requirements in Section 3103.
Exceptions:
a. The provisions of this code do not apply to temporary
growing structures used solely for the commercial production of
horticultural plants including ornamental plants, flowers, vegetables and
fruits. "Temporary growing structure" means a structure that has the sides
and roof covered with polyethylene, polyvinyl or similar flexible synthetic
material and is used to provide plants with either frost protection or
increased heat retention. A temporary growing structure is not considered
a building for purposes of this code.
b. The provisions of this code do not apply to the construction,
alteration, or repair of temporary worker housing except as provided by
rule adopted under chapter 70.114A RCW or Chapter 37, Laws of 1998 (SB
6168). "Temporary worker housing" means a place, area or piece of land
where sleeping places or housing sites are provided by an agricultural
employer for his or her agricultural employees or by another person,
including a temporary worker housing operator, who is providing such
accommodations for employees, for temporary, seasonal occupancy, and
includes "labor camps" under RCW 70.54.110.
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SECTION XII. Subsections 4-5-060.I.5, 109.5 Malfunctioning alarm fee, and
4-5-060.I.6, 109.6 Reinspection and reinspection fee, and 4-5-060.I.10, 109.10
Disaster area – waiver of repair fees, of the Renton Municipal Code are repealed
and marked “reserved” as follows:
5. Reserved. 109.5 Malfunctioning alarm fee. Whenever an alarm
system is activated due to a malfunction and the Fire and Emergency
Services Department is dispatched, a report of the false alarm will be
recorded for the building or area affected. For the first, second and third
false alarm within a calendar year, no fee will be assessed. For every false
alarm caused by a malfunction of the alarm beyond the third false alarm a
fee will be assessed as per the City of Renton Fee Schedule Brochure.
6. Reserved. 109.6 Reinspection and reinspection fee. Whenever
the Fire and Emergency Services Department has given notification of a
violation that required a reinspection and thirty (30) days have expired
with such condition or violation still in existence, a “Subsequent
Reinspection” will be required. Any Subsequent Reinspection, after the
original thirty (30) days period of time, shall require the payment of a
reinspection fee as specified in the City of Renton Fee Schedule Brochure,
to be assessed against the person owning, operating or occupying the
building or premises wherein the violation exists. This reinspection fee
must be paid within ten (10) days of the notice for the reinspection.
However, any building owner, operator or occupant, upon a reasonable
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request to the fire code official, may obtain an extension of said thirty (30)
day period for a reasonable period to be established by the fire code
official to allow such time for compliance. The request for an extension
must be received by the Fire and Emergency Services Department prior to
the expiration of the original reinspection date.
10. Reserved. 109.10 Disaster area - waiver of repair fees. When
an area of the City has been deemed a disaster area by either the local,
state or federal authorities, any structures damaged by storms, floods,
landslides, earthquakes, fires or other natural disasters shall have all
permit and plan review fees waived for the purposes of repairing or
rebuilding the damaged structures (with the exception of state surcharge
fees).
SECTION XIII. Subsection 4-5-060.J.11 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
11. 110.11 Required inspections. The building official, upon
notification, shall make the inspections as set forth in this section.
a. 110.11.1 First ground disturbance inspection. To be made
prior to beginning land-disturbing activity, and following installation of
erosion control measures and any required fencing that may restrict land
disturbance in steep slope or other buffers
b. 110.11.2 Footing and foundation inspection. Footing and
foundation inspections shall be made after poles or piers are set or
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trenches or basement areas are excavated and all required hold-down
anchor bolts, hold-down straps, any forms erected, and any required
reinforcing steel is in place and supported. The foundation inspection shall
include excavations for thickened slabs intended for the support of bearing
walls, partitions, structural supports, or equipment and special
requirements for wood foundations. Materials for the foundation shall be
on the job, except where concrete is ready mixed in accordance with ASTM
C 94, the concrete need not be on the job.
c. 110.11.3 Concrete slab and under-floor
inspection. Concrete slab and under-floor inspections shall be made after
in-slab or under-floor reinforcing steel and building service equipment,
conduit, slab insulation, piping accessories and other ancillary equipment
items are in place, but before any concrete is placed or floor sheathing
installed, including the subfloor.
d. 110.11.4 Lowest floor elevation. In flood hazard areas, upon
placement of the lowest floor, including the basement, and prior to further
vertical construction, the elevation certification required in IBC Section
1612 or IRC Section R322 shall be submitted to the building official. FEMA
Flood elevation certificates shall contain an original stamp and signature
of the surveyor, licensed by the State of Washington, and shall document
the elevation of the lowest floor, including basement, and other
information required by the flood elevation certificate.
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e. 110.11.5 Exterior wall sheathing inspection. Exterior wall
sheathing shall be inspected after all wall framing is complete, strapping
and nailing is properly installed but prior to being covered.
f. 110.11.6 Roof sheathing inspection. The roof sheathing shall
be inspected after all roof framing is complete. No roof coverings shall be
installed until inspections are made and approved.
g. 110.11.7 IMC/UPC/Gas/NEC rough-in inspection. Rough-in
mechanical, gas piping, plumbing and electrical systems shall be inspected
when the rough-in work is complete and, if required, under test. No
connections to primary utilities shall be made until the rough-in work is
inspected and approved.
Exception: Backfilling of ground-source heat pump loop
systems tested in accordance with section M2105.28 prior to inspection
shall be permitted.
No test or inspection shall be required where a plumbing
system, or part thereof, is set up for exhibition purposes and has no
connection with a water or drainage system.
The requirements of this section shall not be considered to
prohibit the operation of any heating equipment or appliances installed to
replace existing heating equipment or appliances serving an occupied
portion of a structure provided that a request for inspection of such
heating equipment or appliances has been filed with the department not
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more than 48 hours after such replacement work is completed, and before
any portion of such equipment or appliances is concealed by any
permanent portion of the structure.
h. 110.11.8 Frame inspection. Framing inspections shall be
made after the roof deck or sheathing, all framing, fire blocking and
bracing are in place and pipes, chimneys and vents to be concealed are
complete and the rough electrical, plumbing, fire-suppression piping,
heating wires, pipes and ducts are approved and the building is
substantially dry.
i. 110.11.9 Exterior Finish and Insulation Systems (EFIS), Lath
and gypsum board inspection. EFIS, Lath, gypsum board and gypsum
panel product inspections shall be made after backing, lathing or gypsum
board and gypsum panel products, interior and exterior, is in place, but
before any plastering is applied or gypsum board joints and fasteners are
taped and finished.
Exception: Interior gypsum board and gypsum panel products that
are not part of a fire-resistance-rated assembly or a shear assembly do not
require inspection.
j. 110.11.9.1 Weather-exposed balcony and walking surface
waterproofing. Where balconies or other elevated walking surfaces are
exposed to water from direct or blowing rain, snow or irrigation, and their
structural framing is protected by an impervious moisture barrier, all
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elements of the impervious moisture barrier system shall not be concealed
until inspected and approved.
Exception: Where special inspections are provided in accordance
with Section 1705.1.1, Item 3.
jk. 110.11.10 Fire resistance rated construction
inspections. Where fire-resistance-rated construction is required, an
inspection of such construction shall be made after lathing or gypsum
board or gypsum panel products are in place, but before any plaster is
applied, or before board or panel joints and fasteners are taped and
finished. Protection of joints and penetrations in fire-resistance-rated
assemblies, smoke barriers and smoke partitions shall not be concealed
from view until inspected and approved.
l. 110.11.10.1 Fire and Smoke resistant penetrations.
Protection of joints and penetrations in fire resistance rated assemblies,
smoke barriers and smoke partitions should not be concealed from view
until inspected and approved.
m. 110.11.10.2 IBC Types IV-A, IV-B and IV- C connection
protection inspection. In buildings of Types IV-A, IV-B and IV- C
construction, where connection fire resistance ratings are provided by
wood cover calculated to meet the requirements of IBC Section 2304.10.1,
inspection of wood cover shall be made after the cover is installed, but
before any other coverings are finishes are installed.
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kn. 110.11.11.1 Energy efficiency inspections - Envelope. In
addition to the inspections required in WAC Chapters 51-11C and 51-11R
WAC, the following inspections are also required:
i. Footing and foundation insulation. Inspections shall verify
footing and/or foundation insulation R-value, location, thickness, depth of
burial and protection of insulation as required by the code, approved plans
and specifications.
ii. Thermal envelope. Inspections shall be made before
application of interior finish and shall verify that envelope components
with the correct type of insulation, the R-values, the correct location of
insulation, the correct fenestration, the U-factor, SHGC, VT, and air leakage
controls are properly installed as required by the code, approved plans and
specifications, including envelope components in future tenant spaces of
multitenant buildings.
iii. Plumbing system. Inspections shall verify the type of
insulation, the R-values, the protection required, controls, and heat traps
as required by the code, approved plans and specifications.
iv. Mechanical system. Inspections shall verify the installed
HVAC equipment for the correct type and size, controls, duct and piping
insulation R-values, duct system and damper air leakage, minimum fan
efficiency, energy recovery and economizer as required by the code,
approved plans and specifications.
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v. Electrical system. Inspections shall verify lighting system
controls, components, meters, motors and installation of an electric meter
for each dwelling unit as required by the code, approved plans and
specifications.
i. Wall insulation. The wall insulation inspection is to be
made after exterior wall weather protection and all wall insulation and air
vapor retarder sheets or film materials are in place, but before any wall
covering is placed.
ii. Glazing. The glazing inspection is to be made after glazing
materials are installed in the building.
iii. Exterior roofing insulation. The exterior roofing
insulation inspection is to be made after the installation of the roofing and
roof insulation, but before concealment.
iv. Slab/floor insulation. The slab/floor insulation inspection
is to be made after the installation of the slab/floor insulation, but before
concealment.
lo. 110.11.11.2 Energy efficiency inspections - Mechanical.
i. Mechanical equipment efficiency and economizer. The
mechanical equipment efficiency and economizer inspection is to be made
after all equipment and controls required by the Construction Codes are
installed and prior to the concealment of such equipment or controls.
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ii. Mechanical pipe and duct insulation. The mechanical
pipe and duct insulation inspection is to be made after all pipe, fire-
suppression piping and duct insulation is in place, but before concealment.
mp. 110.11.11.3 Energy efficiency inspections - Lighting and
motors.
i. Lighting equipment and controls. The lighting equipment
and controls inspection is to be made after the installation of all lighting
equipment and controls required by the Construction Codes, but before
concealment of the lighting equipment.
ii. Motors. Motor inspections are to be made after
installation of all equipment covered by the Construction Codes, but
before concealment.
nq. 110.11.12 Electrical.
i. The installation, alteration or extension of any electrical
system, fixtures or components for which a permit is required by this code
shall be subject to inspection by the building official and such electrical
systems, fixtures and components shall remain accessible and exposed for
inspection purposes until approved by the building official. It shall be the
duty of the permit applicant to cause the electrical systems to remain
accessible and exposed for inspection purposes. The City shall not be liable
for expenses entailed in the removal or replacement of material required
to permit inspection. When the installation of an electrical system is
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complete, an additional and final inspection shall be made. Electrical
systems and equipment regulated by the National Electrical Code shall not
be connected to the energy source until authorized by the building official.
ii. The building official may require special inspection of
equipment or wiring methods where the installation requires special
training, equipment, expertise, or knowledge. Where such special
inspection is required, it shall be performed by an independent third party
acceptable to the building official. The special inspection person/agency
shall be designated and approved prior to beginning the installation of
wiring or equipment. A written report from the designated special
inspection agency indicating that the installation conforms to the
appropriate codes and standards shall be received by the building official
prior to that installation being approved. All costs for such testing and
reporting shall be the responsibility of the permit holder.
iii. Approval as a result of an inspection shall not be
construed to be an approval of a violation of the provisions of the National
Electrical Code or of other ordinances of the City. Inspections presuming
to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of the National
Electrical Code or other ordinances of the City shall not be valid.
iv. The building official, upon notification, shall make the
inspections set forth in this section:
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(a) Underground. Underground inspection shall be
made after trenches or ditches are excavated and bedded, piping and
conductors are installed, and before backfill is put in place. Where
excavated soil contains rocks, broken concrete, frozen chunks and other
rubble that would damage or break the raceway, cable or conductors, or
where corrosive action will occur, protection shall be provided in the form
of granular or selected material, approved running boards, sleeves or other
means.
(b) Rough-in. Rough-in inspection shall be made after
the roof, framing, fire-blocking and bracing are in place and all wiring and
other components to be concealed are complete, and prior to the
installation of wall or ceiling membranes. All required equipment
grounding conductors installed in concealed cable or flexible conduit
systems must be completely installed and made up at the time of the
rough-in cover inspection.
(c) Other inspections. In addition to the inspections
specified above, the building official is authorized to make or require other
inspections of any construction work to ascertain compliance with the
provisions of this code and other laws, which are enforced by the City.
v. Final Inspection. The final inspection shall be made after
all work required by the permit is completed.
or. 110.11.13 Traffic management systems.
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i. The City will perform the electrical inspection and
acceptance of traffic management systems within its jurisdiction. A traffic
management system includes:
(a) Traffic illumination systems;
(b) Traffic signal systems;
(c) Traffic monitoring systems;
(d) The electrical service cabinet and all related
components and equipment installed on the load side of the service
cabinet supplying electrical power to the traffic management system; and
(e) Signalization system(s) necessary for the operation
of a light rail system. A traffic management system can provide
signalization for controlling vehicular traffic, pedestrian traffic, or rolling
stock.
ii. The City recognizes that traffic signal conductors, pole
and bracket cables, signal displays, traffic signal controllers/cabinets, and
associated components used in traffic management systems are
acceptable for the purpose of meeting the requirements of
Chapter 19.28 RCW provided they conform with the following standards
or are listed on the Washington State Department of Transportation
(WSDOT) qualified products list.
WSDOT/APWA Standard Specifications and Plans;
WSDOT Design Manual;
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International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA);
National Electrical Manufacturers Association
(NEMA);
Federal Standards 170/Controller Cabinets;
Manual for Uniform Road, Bridge, and Municipal
Construction;
Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE);
Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(MUTCD).
iii. Associated induction detection loop or similar circuits
will be accepted by the department or City authorized to do electrical
inspections without inspection.
iv. For the licensing requirements of Chapter 19.28 RCW,
jurisdictions will be considered owners of traffic management systems
when doing electrical work for another jurisdiction(s) under a valid
interlocal agreement, as permitted by Chapter 39.34 RCW. Interlocal
agreements for traffic management systems must be filed with the
department or City authorized to do electrical inspections prior to work
being performed for this provision to apply.
v. Jurisdictions, with an established electrical inspection
authority, and WSDOT may perform electrical inspection on their rights of
way for each other by interlocal agreement. They may not perform
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electrical inspection on other rights of way except as allowed in
Chapters 19.28 or 39.34 RCW.
vi. Underground installations.
(a) In other than open trenching, raceways will be
considered “fished” according to the NEC and do not require visual
inspection.
(b) The department or City authorized to do electrical
inspections will conduct inspections in open trenching within its
jurisdiction upon request.
vii. Identification of traffic management system
components. Local government jurisdictions or WSDOT may act as the
certifying authority for the safety evaluation of all components.
(a) An electrical service cabinet must contain only listed
components. The electrical service cabinet enclosure is not required to be
listed but will conform to the standards in subsection viii below.
(b) The local government jurisdiction must identify, as
acceptable, the controller cabinet or system component(s) with an
identification plate. The identification plate must be located inside the
cabinet and may be attached with adhesive.
viii. Conductors of different circuits in same cable,
enclosure, or raceway. All traffic management system circuits will be
permitted to occupy the same cable, enclosure, or raceway without regard
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to voltage characteristics, provided all conductors are insulated for the
maximum voltage of any conductor in the cable, enclosure, or raceway.
ps. 110.11.14 Reinspection for building permit. The building
official may require a structure or portions of work to be reinspected. A
reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when
such portion of work for which the inspection was requested is not
complete; or when previous corrections called for are not made; or when
the approved plans and permit are not on site in a conspicuous or pre-
approved location; or when the building is not accessible. In instances
where reinspection fees have been assessed, no additional inspection of
the work shall be provided by the City until the required fees are paid.
qt. 110.11.15 Other inspections. In addition to the inspections
specified above, the building official is authorized to make or require other
inspections of any construction work to ascertain compliance with the
provisions of the Construction Codes, the Construction Administrative
Code, and other laws or ordinances of the City.
ru. 110.11.16 Special inspections. In addition to the
inspections specified above, the building official is authorized to make or
require special inspections for any type of work related to the Construction
Codes by an approved agency at no cost to the jurisdiction.
sv. 110.11.17 Building enclosure special inspection
requirements of RCW 64.55 (otherwise known as Engrossed House Bill
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(EHB) 1848). EHB 1848 RCW 64.55 requires affected multiunit residential
buildings to provide a building enclosure inspection performed by a third
party, independent, and qualified inspector during the course of initial
construction and during rehabilitative construction. The City does not
verify the qualifications of the inspector or determine whether the building
enclosure inspection is adequate or appropriate. However, the City is
prohibited from issuing a certificate of occupancy for the building until the
inspector prepares a report and submits to the building department a
signed letter certifying that the building enclosure has been inspected
during the course of construction or rehabilitative construction and that
the construction is in substantial compliance with the building enclosure
design documents.
tw. 110.11.18 Final inspection. The final inspection shall be
made after all work required by the building permit is completed.
SECTION XIV. Subsections 4-5-060.K.1 and 4-5-060.K.2 of the Renton
Municipal Code are amended as follows:
1. 111.1 Use and change of occupancy. No building or structure
shall be used or occupied in whole or in part, and no change in the existing
use or occupancy classification of a building or structure or portion thereof
shall be made, until the building official has issued a certificate of
occupancy as provided herein. Issuance of a certificate of occupancy shall
not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of the
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Construction Codes, the Construction Administrative Code, or of other
ordinances of the jurisdiction. Certificates presuming to give authority to
violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other ordinances of the
jurisdiction shall not be valid.
a. Exceptions:
ai. Work exempt from permits per RMC 4-5-060.E.2, 105.2
Work exempt from permit.
bii. For single family dwellings and their accessory
structures, the City issued building permit inspection record may serve as
the certificate of occupancy when the final inspection has been approved
by the building official or the building official’s designee.
b. 111.1.1 Change in use. Changes in the character or use of an
existing structure shall not be made except as specified in Section 506 and
507 of the International Existing Building Code.
2. 111.2 Certificate issued. After the building official inspects the
building or structure and finds no violations of the provisions of the
Construction Codes, the Construction Administrative Code, or other laws
or ordinances that are enforced by this jurisdiction, the building official
shall issue a certificate of occupancy that contains the following:
a. The building permit number;
b. The address of the structure;
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c. The name and address of the owner or the owner’s
authorized agent;
d. A description of that portion of the structure for which the
certificate is issued;
e. A statement that the described portion of the structure has
been inspected for compliance with the requirements of the Construction
Codes and the Construction Administrative Code for the occupancy and
division of occupancy and the use for which the proposed occupancy is
classified;
f. The name of the building official;
g. The edition of the code under which the permit was issued;
h. The use and occupancy;
i. The type of construction;
j. The design occupant load;
k. Where If an automatic sprinkler system is provided, and
whether the sprinkler system is required; and
l. Any special stipulations and conditions of the building permit.
SECTION XV. Subsection 4-5-060.L.1 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
1. 112.1 Connection of service utilities. No person shall make
connections from a utility, source of energy, fuel or power, or a water
system or sewer system to any building or system that is regulated by the
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Construction Codes or the Construction Administrative Code for which a
permit is required, until approved by the building official.
SECTION XVI. Subsection 4-5-060.L.3 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
3. 112.3 Authority to disconnect service utilities. The building
official shall have the authority to authorize disconnection of utility service
to the building, structure or system regulated by the Construction Codes
and the Construction Administrative Code in case of emergency where
necessary to eliminate an immediate hazard to life or property, or when
such utility connection has been made without the approval required by
RMC 4-5-060.L.1, 112.1 Connection of service utilities, or RMC 4-5-060.L.2,
112.2 Temporary connection. The building official shall notify the serving
utility and, wherever possible, the owner or the owner’s authorized agent
and occupant of the building, structure or service system of the decision
to disconnect prior to taking such action. If not notified by some method
prior to disconnecting, the owner or the owner’s authorized agent or
occupant of the building, structure or service system shall be notified in
writing, as soon as practical thereafter.
SECTION XVII. Subsection 4-5-060.N of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
N. SECTION 114 – NOTICES AND ORDERS:
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1. 114.1 Notice to person responsible. Whenever the code official
determines that there has been a violation of this code or has grounds to
believe that a violation has occurred, notice shall be given in the manner
prescribed in RMC 4-5-060.G.2, 107.2 Construction documents, as
amended and the applicable provisions of Chapter 1-10 RMC Code
Enforcement.
2. 114.2 Form. Such notice prescribed in RMC 4-5-060.G.1, 107.1
Submittal documents, shall be in accordance with Chapter 1-10 RMC. In
addition to the information required by Chapter 1-10 RMC, the notice and
order shall contain:
a. A statement that the building official has found the building
to be dangerous with a brief and concise description of the conditions
found to render the building dangerous under the provisions of Chapter 1-
10 RMC 4-5-060.H, Section 108 – Temporary Structures and Uses, of this
code.
b. Statements advising that if any required repair or demolition
work (without vacation being also required) is not commenced within the
time specified, the building official:
i. Will order the building vacated and posted to prevent
further occupancy until the work is completed; and
ii. May proceed to cause to be done and charge the costs
thereof against the property or its owner.
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3. 114.3 Transfer of ownership. It shall be unlawful for the owner
of any dwelling unit or structure who has received a compliance order or
upon whom a notice of violation has been served to sell, transfer,
mortgage, lease or otherwise dispose of such dwelling unit or structure to
another until the provisions of the compliance order or notice of violation
have been complied with, or until such owner shall first furnish the
grantee, transferee, mortgagee or lessee a true copy of any compliance
order or notice of violation issued by the code official and shall furnish to
the code official a signed and notarized statement from the grantee,
transferee, mortgagee or lessee, acknowledging the receipt of such
compliance order or notice of violation and fully accepting the
responsibility without condition for making the corrections or repairs
required by such compliance order or notice of violation.
4. 114.4 Enforcement Authority. Development Services, or its
successor division, shall be responsible for enforcement of the
construction codes, under the administrative and operational control of
the building official. The building official is responsible for administration
and interpretation of the Construction Administrative Code and the
construction codes. Whenever the term or title "administrative authority,"
"responsible official," "building official," "chief inspector," "code
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any of the construction codes, it shall be construed to mean the building
official.
SECTION XVIII. Subsection 4-5-060.O.1 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
1. 115.1 General Conditions. Structures or existing equipment that
are or hereafter become unsafe, unsanitary or deficient because of
inadequate means of egress facilities, inadequate light and ventilation, or
which constitute a fire hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to human life
or the public welfare, or that involve illegal or improper occupancy or
inadequate maintenance, shall be deemed an unsafe condition. Unsafe
structures shall be taken down and removed or made safe, as the building
official deems necessary pursuant to the provisions of this code. A vacant
structure that is not secured against unauthorized entry shall be deemed
unsafe.
SECTION XIX. Subsection 4-5-060.O.3 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
3. 115.3 Notice. Whenever the code official has closed a structure
or locked out equipment under the provisions of this section, notice shall
be posted in a conspicuous place in, on or about the structure or
equipment affected by such notice and served on the owner or the person
or persons responsible for the structure or equipment in accordance with
Chapter 1-10 RMC. The notice shall be in the form prescribed in RMC 4-5-
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060.G.2, 107.2 Construction documents Chapter 1-10 RMC, as amended.
Every notice to vacate shall be issued, served and posted as an order to
cease activity under RMC 1-10-2.L.
SECTION XX. Subsection 4-5-060.O.5 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
5. 115.5 Placard removal. The code official shall remove the
placard posted in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 1-10 RMC 4-
5-060.H, Section 108 – Temporary Structures and Uses, whenever the
defect or defects upon which the action was based have been eliminated.
Any person who defaces or removes the placard without the approval of
the code official shall be subject to the penalties set forth in Chapter 1-
10 RMC.
SECTION XXI. Subsection 4-5-060.O.8 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
8. 115.8 Restoration. Where the structure or equipment
determined to be unsafe by the building official is restored to a safe
condition, to the extent that repairs, alterations or additions are made or
a change of occupancy occurs during the restoration of the structure, such
repairs, alterations, additions and change of occupancy shall comply with
the requirements of RMC 4-5-060.E of this code and the International
Existing Building Code.
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SECTION XXII. Subsection 4-5-060.R.2 of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
2. 118.2 General – fire codes. Appeals of orders, decisions and
determinations of the fire code official that do not constitute enforcement
actions shall be heard and decided by the Fire and Emergency Services
ChiefFire Chief of the Renton Regional Fire Authority, or designee pursuant
to the provisions of RMC 2-214-8-110. To the extent the fire codes adopted
by reference in this title refer to a “board of appeals” or a “building board
of appeals,” those references shall be deemed to refer to the Fire and
Emergency Services Chief Fire Chief of the Renton Regional Fire Authority
or designee.
SECTION XXIII. Subsection 4-5-060.S of the Renton Municipal Code is
amended as follows:
S. SECTION 119 – APPLICABILITY OF CODES: REFERENCES TO CODES
NOT ADOPTED
1. 119.1 Corresponding Codes. Where codes and standards
adopted in this title make reference to codes and standards not adopted
in this title, the codes and standards not adopted shall be deemed to refer
to adopted codes or standards as follows:
a. References to the International Plumbing Code shall be
deemed to refer to the Uniform Plumbing Code.
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b. References to the International Electrical Code shall be
deemed to refer to the Washington Cities Electrical Code.
c. References to the International Energy Conservation Code
shall be deemed to refer to the Washington State Energy Code.
2. 119.2 Codes and Standards not Referenced – Coordination of
Section References. In the event of references in a code, standard, or
section that do not correlate accurately to adopted codes, standards, or
sections, the building official shall determine the code, standard or section
that most closely correlates.
For mechanical, electrical or plumbing permit applications submitted
after July 1, 2016, but related to the scope of work identified in a building
permit application that was complete prior to July 1, 2016, all applicable
construction codes adopted and in force at the time of filing of the
complete building permit application will apply.
SECTION XXIV. Chapter 4-5 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended to add a
new section 4-5-061, the International Existing Building Code, to read as follows:
4-5-061 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE ADOPTED:
The 2021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) is included in the
adoption of the International Building Code as provided by IBC Section
101.4.7 and amended in WAC 51-50-480000, including Appendix A,
Guidelines for the Seismic Retrofit of Existing Buildings, excluding Chapter
1, Part 2, Administration. The Construction Administrative Code, as set
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forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall be used in place of IEBC Chapter 1, Part 2,
Administration. Provided, that detached one- and two-family dwellings
and townhouses not more than three stories above grade plane in height
with a separate means of egress, and their accessory structures not more
than three stories above grade plane in height, shall comply with the
International Residential Code. Provided, that the Washington State
Energy Code and the International Wildland Urban Interface Code shall be
regulated according to the respective provisions for existing buildings.
Provided, that work regulated by this code is also regulated by the
construction requirements for existing buildings within Chapter 11 of the
International Fire Code, such work shall comply with applicable
requirements in both codes.
SECTION XXV. Chapter 4-5 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended to add a new
section 4-5-062, The International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, to read as follows:
4-5-062 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE ADOPTED:
The 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) is
included in the adoption of the International Building Code as provided by
IBC Section 3109.1 and amended in WAC 51-50-3109, and as provided by
IRC Section R327 and amended in WAC 51-51-0327, excluding Chapter 1,
Part 2, Administration. The Construction Administrative Code, as set forth
in RMC 4-5-060, shall be used in place of ISPSC Chapter 1, Part 2,
Administration. The design and construction of swimming pools, spas, hot
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tubs, and other aquatic recreation facilities shall comply with the ISPSC
where the facility is one of the following, except that public swimming pool
barriers are regulated by WAC 246-260-031(4):
A. For the sole use of residents and invited guests at a single-family
dwelling;
B. For the sole use of residents and invited guests of a duplex owned
by the residents; or
C. Operated exclusively for physical therapy or rehabilitation and
under the supervision of a licensed medical practitioner.
All other "water recreation facilities" as defined in RCW 70.90.110 are
regulated under Chapters 246-260 and 246-262 WAC.
SECTION XXVI. Chapter 4-5 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended to add a
new section 4-5-063, The International Wildland-Urban Interface Code, to read as follows:
4-5-063 INTERNATIONAL WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE:
A. ADOPTION:
2021 edition of the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code
(IWUIC), as adopted and amended by the State Building Code Council in
Chapter 51-55 WAC, as published by the International Code Council,
excluding Chapter 1, Administration, is adopted by reference, together
with the following amendments and additions. The Construction
Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall be used in place of
IWUIC Chapter 1, Administration.
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B. 101.2 SCOPE AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. 101.2 Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the
construction, alteration, movement, repair, maintenance and use of any
building, structure, or premises within the wildland-urban interface areas
in this jurisdiction.
a. Buildings or conditions in existence at the time of the
adoption of this code are allowed to have their use or occupancy
continued, if such condition, use or occupancy was legal at the time of the
adoption of this code, provided that such continued use does not
constitute an egregious danger to life or property.
b. Buildings or structures moved into or within the jurisdiction
shall comply with the provisions of this code for new buildings or
structures.
3. 101.4 Retroactivity. The provisions of the code shall apply to
conditions arising after the adoption thereof, conditions not legally in
existence at the adoption of this code and conditions that, as determined
by the code official, constitute an egregious hazard to life or property.
EXCEPTION: Provisions of this code that specifically apply to existing conditions
are retroactive.
SECTION XXVII. Subsection 4-5-090.A of the Renton Municipal Code is amended
as follows:
A. ADOPTION:
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The 2018 2021 Edition of the International Mechanical Code (IMC), as
adopted and amended by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51-
52 WAC, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted by
reference with the following additions, deletions and exceptions:
Provided, that Chapter 1, Scope and Administration, is not adopted and
the Construction Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall
be applied in place of IMC Chapter 1, Scope and Administration. Provided,
that the installation of fuel gas distribution piping and equipment, fuel gas-
fired appliances and fuel gas-fired appliance venting systems shall be
regulated by the 2018 2021 International Fuel Gas Code. Provided, that
detached one (1) and two (2) family dwellings and multiple single-family
dwellings (townhouses) not more than three (3) stories high with separate
means of egress and their accessory structures not more than three (3)
stories above grade plane in height shall comply with the International
Residential Code. Provided, that the standards for liquefied petroleum gas
installations shall be the 2020 Edition of NFPA 58 (Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Code) and the 2018 2021 Edition of ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 (National Fuel
Gas Code). References in this code to Group R shall include Group I-1,
Condition 2 assisted living facilities licensed by Washington State under
chapter 388-78A WAC and Group I-1, Condition 2 residential treatment
facilities licensed by Washington State under chapter 246-337 WAC.
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SECTION XXVIII. Section 4-5-100 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as
follows:
4-5-100 NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ADOPTED:
The 2018 2021 Edition of the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54), as adopted by the State Building Code Council in chapter
51-52 WAC, as published by NFPA, is adopted by reference. The
Construction Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall be
applied for the administration of this code.
SECTION XXIX. Chapter 4-5 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended to add a
new section 4-5-101, The International Fuel Gas Code, to read as follows:
4-5-101 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ADOPTED:
The 2021 Edition of the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), as adopted
by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51-52 WAC, as published by
the International Code Council, excluding Chapter 1, Part 2, Administration
and Enforcement, is adopted by reference. The Construction
Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall be used in place of
IFGC Chapter 1, Part 2, Administration and Enforcement. Provided, that
detached and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings
(townhouses) not more than three stories high with separate means of
egress and their accessory structures shall comply with the International
Residential Code. Provided, that the standards for liquefied petroleum gas
installations shall be the 2020 Edition of NFPA 58 (Liquefied Petroleum Gas
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Code) and the 2021 Edition of ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas
Code).
SECTION XXX. Chapter 4-5 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended to add a
new section 4-5-105, The Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58), to read as follows:
4-5-105 LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS CODE (NFPA 58) ADOPTED:
The 2020 Edition of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58), as
adopted by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51-52 WAC, as
published by NFPA, is adopted by reference. The Construction
Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall be applied for the
administration of this code.
SECTION XXXI. Section 4-5-110 of the Renton Municipal Code is amended as
follows:
4-5-110 UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE ADOPTED:
A. ADOPTION:
The 2018 2021 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), as
adopted and amended by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51-56
WAC, as published by the International Association of Plumbing and
Mechanical Officials, is adopted by reference with the following additions,
deletions and exceptions set forth in this section.:
B. EXCEPTIONS:
Provided, that
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1. Chapter 1, Administration, is not adopted and the Construction
Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4-5-060, shall be used in place of
UPC Chapter 1, Administration.
2. Provided, that Chapters 12 and 14, Fuel Gas Piping and Firestop
Protection, of the Uniform Plumbing Code are not adopted.
3. Provided, that tThose requirements of the Uniform Plumbing
Code relating to venting and combustion air of fuel-fired appliances as
found in Chapter 5, Water Heaters, and those portions of the code
addressing building sewers are not adopted.
C. APPENDICES ADOPTED:
The following appendices of the 2018 2021 Edition of the Uniform
Plumbing Code as adopted and amended by the State Building Code
Council in chapter 51-56 WAC, as published by the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, are also adopted by
reference: Appendix A – Recommended Rules for Sizing the Water Supply
System; Appendix B – Explanatory Notes on Combination Waste and Vent
Systems; Appendix I – Installation Standards for Pex Tubing Systems for
Hot- and Cold-Water Distribution; Appendix M – Peak Water Demand
Calculator. In addition, Appendix C – Alternate Plumbing Systems,
excluding Sections C303.3 and C304.0 through C601.9, is adopted by
reference.
D. CONFLICTS
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Where a conflict exists between the provisions of Appendix I and
the manufacturer’s installation instructions, the conditions of the listing
and the manufacturer’s installation instructions shall apply.
SECTION XXXII. Upon approval of the City Attorney, the City Clerk is authorized to
direct the codifier to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the
corrections of scriveners or clerical errors; references to other local, state, or federal laws,
codes, rules, or regulations; or ordinance numbering and section/subsection numbering
and references. The City Clerk is further authorized to direct the codifier to update any
chapter, section, or subsection titles in the Renton Municipal Code affected by this
ordinance.
SECTION XXXIII. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of
this ordinance should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent
jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality thereof shall not affect the
constitutionality of any other section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of
this ordinance.
SECTION XXXIV. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days after
publication of a summary of this ordinance in the City’s official newspaper. The summary
shall consist of this ordinance’s title.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL the _______ day of _________________, 2024.
_____________________
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
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APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this _______ day of ___________________, 2024.
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Armondo Pavone, Mayor
Approved as to form:
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Shane Moloney, City Attorney
Date of Publication: ___________
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ATTACHMENT A
4-5-055 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE ADOPTED:
The 2018 2021 Edition of the International Residential Code (IRC), as adopted and
amended by the State Building Code Council in chapter 51-51 WAC, as published by the
International Code Council, is adopted by reference, with the City’s amendments thereto,
as specified in subsections A and B of this Section. Chapter 1, Scope and Administration,
is not adopted and the Construction Administrative Code, as set forth in RMC 4-5-060,
shall be used in place of IRC Chapter 1, Scope and Administration; provided, that Chapters
11 and 25 through 43 of the IRC are not adopted. The energy code is regulated by
chapter 51-11R WAC; the plumbing code is regulated by chapter 51-56 WAC; the
electrical code is regulated as adopted by RMC 4-5-040. The standards for liquefied
petroleum gas installations shall be 2020 NFPA 58 (Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code) and
2018 2021 NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code). All other fuel gas installations shall be
regulated by the 2018 2021 International Mechanical Code and 2018 2021 International
Fuel Gas Code. Appendix Q – Tiny Houses (WAC 51-51-60104), Appendix T, Solar-Ready
Provisions-Detached One And Two Family Dwellings, Multiple Single-Family Dwellings -
Townhouses (WAC 51-51-60106), and Appendix U – Dwelling Unit Fire Sprinkler Systems,
as found in (WAC 51-51-60105), are adopted.
A. CITY AMENDMENTS TO IRC TABLE R301.2(1), CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC
DESIGN CRITERIA:
Table R301.2(1) of the International Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
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IRC Table R301.2(1)
Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria
Ground
Snow
Load1
Wind Design2 Seismic
Design
Category3
Subject to Damage From: Winter
Design
Temp.
Ice Barrier
Underlayment
Required
Flood
Hazards5
Air
Freezing
Index
Mean
Annual
Temp.
Speed
(mph)
Topographic
Effects2
Special
Wind
Region
Windborne
Debris
Zone
Weathering4 Frost
Line
Depth
Termite
20 110 See
Footnote 2
No No D2 Moderate 12" Slight 24ºF No N/A 113 50ºF
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Manual J Design Criteria
Elevation Latitude Winter
Heating
Summer
Cooling
Altitude
Correction
Factor
Indoor
Design
Temperature
Design
Temperature
Cooling
Heating
Temperature
Difference
364
Feet
47º 72ºF 75ºF 0.99 72ºF 75ºF 45ºF
Cooling
Temperature
Difference
Wind
Velocity
Heating
Wind
Velocity
Cooling
Coincident
Wet Bulb
Daily Range Winter
Humidity
Summer
Humidity
7ºF N/A N/A 66 Medium 82% 68%
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1. A roof snow load minimum of twenty-five (25) pounds per square foot (“psf”) may be used for design. It will be left to the
engineer’s judgment whether to consider drift or sliding snow. However, rain on snow surcharge of five (5) psf must be
considered for roof slopes less than five degrees (5°).
2. Wind exposure category and Topographic effects (Wind Speed-up Kzt factor) shall be determined on a site-specific basis by
the Design Professional in Responsible Charge (components and cladding need not consider topographic effects unless
otherwise determined by the engineer of record).
3. From IRC Table 301.2(1).
4. Weathering may require a higher strength concrete or grade of masonry than necessary to satisfy the structural
requirements of this code. The grade of masonry units shall be determined from ASTM C 34, C 55, C 62, C 73, C 90, C 129, C
145, C 216 or C 652.
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IRC Table R301.2(1)
CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
GROUND
SNOW
LOAD
(nsf)1
WIND DESIGN
SEISMIC
DESIGN
CATEGORY
SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM
ICE BARRIER
UNDERLAYMENT
REQUIRED
FLOOD
HAZARDS5
AIR
FREEZING
INDEX
MEAN
ANNUAL
TEMP
Speed
(mph)2
Topo-
graphic
effects3
Special
wind
region
Windborne
debris zone Weathering4
Frost
line
depth
Termite
20 100 No No D2 Moderate 12” Slight No NA 113 50 ⁰F
MANUAL J DESIGN CRITERIA
Elevation
Altitude
correction
factor
Coincident
wet
bulb
Indoor
winter
design
dry-bulb
temperature
Indoor winter design dry-bulb
temperature
Outdoor winter design dry-
bulb temperature
Heating temperature
difference
338 ft 0.99 66 ⁰F 72⁰F 72 ⁰F 24 ⁰F 48 ⁰F
Latitude Daily range
Indoor
summer
design
relative
humidity
Summer
design
gains
Indoor summer design dry-bulb
temperature
Outdoor summer design
dry-bulb temperature
Cooling temperature
difference
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Footnotes:
1. This is the minimum roof snow load. When using this snow load it will be left to the
engineer’s judgment whether to consider drift or sliding snow. However, rain on snow
surcharge of five pounds per square foot (5 psf) must be considered for roof slopes less
than five (5) degrees.
2. The basic wind speed is determined from the basic wind speed map in Figure
R301.2(2) of the International Residential Code. Wind exposure category shall be
determined on a site-specific basis in accordance with Section R301.2.1.4 of the
International Residential Code.
3. Topographic effects (Wind Speed-up Kzt factor) shall be determined on a site-specific
basis in accordance with Section R301.2.1.5 of the International Residential Code.
4. Weathering may require a higher strength concrete or grade of masonry than
necessary to satisfy the structural requirements of this code. The grade of masonry units
shall be determined from ASTM C34, C55, C62, C73, C90, C129, C145, C216 or C652.
5. The City of Renton participates in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) as
specified in City of Renton Resolution No. 1984, dated April 21, 1975. On August 10, 2020,
the City adopted by Ordinance No. 5977, “The Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for King County,
Washington and Incorporated Areas,” effective for all communities in King County on
August 19, 2020, with the accompanying Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). The FIS and
FIRMs are on file at the City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057.
B. EXCEPTIONS:
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The provisions of this code do not apply to temporary growing structures used solely for
the commercial production of horticultural plants including ornamental plants, flowers,
vegetables, and fruits. “Temporary growing structure” means a structure that has the
sides and roof covered with polyethylene, polyvinyl, or similar flexible synthetic material
and is used to provide plants with either frost protection or increased heat retention. A
temporary growing structure is not considered a building for purposes of this code.
The provisions of this code do not apply to the construction, alteration, or repair of
temporary worker housing except as provided by rule adopted under
chapter 70.114A RCW or Chapter 37, Laws of 1998 (SB 6168). “Temporary worker
housing” means a place, area, or piece of land where sleeping places or housing sites are
provided by an employer for his or her employees or by another person, including a
temporary worker housing operator, who is providing such accommodations for
employees, for temporary, seasonal occupancy.
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