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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRE_StaffComments_240321_v1DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Planning Division | 1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057 | 425-430-7200 |www.rentonwa.gov PREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR Tenant Improvement for Fairyland Learning 17630 108th Ave SE (APN 3223059119) PRE 24-000080 March 21, 2024 Contact Information: Planner: Andrew Van Gordon, 425.430.7286, avangordon@rentonwa.gov Public Works Plan Reviewer: Huy Huynh, 425.430.7384, hhuynh@rentonwa.gov Fire Prevention Reviewer: Corey Thomas, 425.276.9582, cthomas@RentonRFA.org Building Department Reviewer: Rob Shuey, 206.550.8523, rshuey@rentonwa.gov Please retain this packet throughout the course of your project as a reference. Consider giving copies of it to any engineers, architects, and contractors who work on the project. You will need to submit a copy of this packet when you apply for land use and/or environmental permits. Pre-screening: When you have the project application ready for submittal, call and schedule an appointment with the project manager to have it pre-screened before making all of the required copies. The pre-application meeting is informal and non-binding. The comments provided on the proposal are based on the codes and policies in effect at the time of review. The applicant is cautioned that the development regulations are regularly amended and the proposal will be formally reviewed under the regulations in effect at the time of project submittal. The information contained in this summary is subject to modification and/or concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Planning Director, Development Services Director, Development Engineering Director, Department of Community & Economic Development Administrator, Public Works Administrator and City Council). M E M O R A N D U M DATE: March 5, 2024 TO: Andrew Van Gordon, Senior Planner FROM: Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector SUBJECT: Fairyland Daycare School 1. Proposed Change of Use to private school/daycare for children ages 2 to 5 years old requires the installation of an approved automatic fire alarm system and fire sprinkler system throughout the entire building. Separate plans and permits would be to be submitted to and reviewed and approved by the fire department. Fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems shall be adjusted to accommodate new full height walls. Any commercial cooking area may require the installation of a Type 1 cooking ventilation system and a monitored approved fire suppression system. It appears that a full one-hour occupancy separation wall is required between the proposed daycare and the existing veterinary office. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE: 03/19/2024 TO: Andrew Van Gordon, Associate Planner FROM: Michael Sippo, Civil Engineer III, Plan Review SUBJECT: Benson Fairyland Learning Center TI 17630 108th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98055 PRE24-000080 NOTE: The applicant is cautioned that information contained in this summary is preliminary and non-binding and may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official City decision- makers. Review comments may also need to be revised based on site planning and other design changes required by City staff or made by the applicant. I have completed a preliminary review for the above-referenced proposal located at parcel(s) 322305-9119. The following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of Renton by the applicant. WATER 1. The subject development is within the water service area of Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. A water availability certificate from Soos Creek Water and Sewer District is required as part of the Land use Application. 2. A copy of the water main improvements plans, shall be submitted to the City of Renton as a part of the City’s building permit. 3. The number and locations of fire hydrants shall be determined by the Renton Regional Fire Authority as part of the review of the project plans. 4. The site is located outside of an Aquifer Protection Area. Benson Fairlyland Learning TI– PRE24-000080 3/19/2024 Page 2 of 3 SEWER 1. The subject development is within the water service area of Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. A sewer availability certificate from Soos Creek Water and Sewer District is required as a part of the Land use Application. 2. A copy of the sewer main improvement plans shall be submitted to the City of Renton as a part of the City’s Building permit. 3. A grease interceptor is required if there is a commercial kitchen. The grease interceptor shall be sized based on drainage fixture units in accordance with standards found in the latest edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC). The grease interceptor shall drain by gravity to the sewer main. SURFACE WATER 1. Surface water improvements for the site were constructed as a portion of Civil Construction Permit U16-001849 which include onsite conveyance, storm detention, water quality and permeable pavement. 2. The Applicant’s submittal did not indicate any exterior improvements. Note: any major changes to the site parking lot or layout may result in additional drainage review. A drainage report complying with the current Renton Surface Water Design Manual (RSWDM) will be required. The current 2022 City of Renton Surface Water Design Manual (RSWDM) can be accessed from the City of Renton website. TRANSPORTATION 1. Street and frontage requirements improvements for the site were constructed as a portion of Civil Construction Permit U16-001849 which include sidewalks, landscape strips, trees and onsite parking lot upgrades. 2. The Applicant’s submittal did not indicate any exterior improvements. Note: any major changes to the site parking lot or layout may result in additional transportation review. 3. On and off-site ADA (including the street frontages), curbing, sidewalk and parking lot/drive-aisle improvements will be reviewed in conjunction with the building permit for the project and may require a grading plan consisting of spot elevations and slopes showing that ADA and City specifications are being met if any changes to the current approved parking lot are proposed. 4. Payment of the transportation impact fee is applicable on the buildings at the time of building permit and is based on the type of use of the building. The transportation impact fee information for City permits that will be issued in 2022 are available from the City of Renton Fee Schedule available online in the City of Renton website. The fee is subject to change and the transportation impact fee that is current at the time of building permit application will be applicable. Benson Fairlyland Learning TI– PRE24-000080 3/19/2024 Page 3 of 3 GENERAL COMMENTS 1. All existing and proposed utility lines and poles (i.e. power, electrical, phone, and cable services, etc.) along property frontage and within the site must be underground. The construction of these franchise utilities must be inspected and approved by a City of Renton inspector. 2. Maximum exposed retaining wall height is 6-ft and shall be setback a minimum of 3-ft from the right-of-way as outlined in RMC 4-4-040 – Fences, Hedges and Retaining Walls. 3. Adequate separation between utilities as well as other features shall be provided in accordance with code requirements. a. 7-ft minimum horizontal and 1-ft vertical separation between storm and other utilities is required with the exception of water lines which require 10-ft horizontal and 1.5-ft vertical. b. The stormwater line should be minimum 5 feet away from any other structure or wall or building. c. Trench of any utility should not be in the zone of influence of the retaining wall or of the building. 4. All civil construction permits for utility and street improvements will require separate plan submittals. All utility plans shall confirm to the Renton Drafting Standards. A licensed Civil Engineer shall prepare the civil plans. Please visit the Development Engineering Forms page for the most up-to-date plan submittal requirements: http://rentonwa.gov/business/default.aspx?id=42473 5. A landscaping plan shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate sheets. 6. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2024 only and will be assessed based on the fee that is current at the time of the permit application or issuance, as applicable to the permit type. Please visit www.rentonwa.gov for the current development fee schedule. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE: March 21, 2024 TO: Pre-Application File No. 24-000080 FROM: Andrew Van Gordon, Associate Planner SUBJECT: Tenant Improvement for Fairyland Learning 17630 108th Ave SE (APN 3223059119) General: We have completed a preliminary review of the pre-application for the above- referenced development proposal. The following comments on development and permitting issues are based on the pre-application submittals made to the City of Renton by the applicant and the codes in effect on the date of review. The applicant is cautioned that information contained in this summary may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official decision- makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Community & Economic Development Administrator, Public Works Administrator, Planning Director, Development Services Director, Development Engineering Director, and City Council). Review comments may also need to be revised based on site planning and other design changes required by City staff or made by the applicant. The applicant is encouraged to review all applicable sections of the Renton Municipal Code. The Development Regulations are available online at https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton. Project Proposal: The proposal is to establish a childcare center within a 4,500 square foot tenant space for the benefit of children ages two to five (2-5) years old. Proposed interior improvements include work to create an entrance space, three (3) classrooms, playroom, kitchen, restrooms and storage; no exterior building improvements are proposed. The site currently has access from 108th Ave SE and an interior site-to-site connection with the property to the north (APN 3323059120); no site modification is proposed. Current Use: The proposed location is within the building at 17630 108th Ave SE. The building has two (2) tenant spaces. Fairyland Learning would be in the currently vacant space with Happy Tails Animal Hospital, an existing tenant, located in the other space. The site has 38 parking stalls located in on-site surface parking. The site is a through lot between 108th Ave SE to the west and 109th Ave SE to the east. COR Maps does not identify critical areas or associated buffers on the site. 1. Zoning /Land Use Designation, and Overlays: The subject property is located within the Commercial Arterial (CA) zoning classification in Urban Design District D. The purpose of the CA zone is to evolve from “strip commercial” linear business districts to business areas characterized by enhanced site planning and pedestrian orientation, incorporating efficient parking lot design, coordinated access, amenities and boulevard treatment with greater densities. The CA zone provides for a wide variety of retail sales, services, and other commercial activities along high-volume traffic corridors. Residential uses may be integrated into the zone through mixed-use buildings. Tenant Improvement for Fairyland Learning Page 2 of 7 March 21, 2024 The use would be classified as a day care center which has a definition of: A day care operation licensed by the State of Washington (WAC 388-73-014), for 13 or more children in any 24 hour period, or any number of children in a nonresidential structure. A daycare center is permitted within the CA zone. 2. Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-120A, “Commercial Development Standards” effective at the time of complete application (noted as “CA standards” herein). Building Standards – The CA standards permit a maximum lot coverage for buildings to be 65% of the total lot area or 75% if parking is provided within the building or within an on-site parking garage. The allowed height is 50 feet (50’) except 70 feet (70’) for vertically mixed- use building (commercial and residential). Heights may exceed the zone’s maximum height with a Conditional Use Permit. In no case shall building height exceed the maximum allowed by the Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions for uses located within the Airport Influence area and Safety Compatibility Zones. No expansion of the existing building is proposed. Conformance with building standards would be determined at the time of permit review. Setbacks – Setbacks are the minimum required distance between the building footprint and the property line. The required setbacks for the CA zone are: minimum front yard and secondary front yard: 15 feet; maximum front yard and secondary front yard: 20 feet; minimum side yard: none, except 15 feet (15’) if lot abuts a lot zoned residential; minimum rear yard: none, except 15 feet (15’) if lot abuts or is adjacent to a lot zoned residential. In no case shall a structure over 42 inches (42”) in height intrude into the 20-foot (20’) clear vision area defined in RMC 4-11-030. No changes are proposed to the existing building. The existing building is approximately 88 feet (88’) from 108th Ave SE and approximately 66 feet (66’) from 109th Ave SE. This exceeds the maximum front yard and secondary front yard setback standards of the CA zone. The existing building design and location was approved through LUA16-000230; this makes the building a nonconforming structure. Nonconforming Structures: The cost of alterations, remodels, or renovations of a legal nonconforming structure, except single family dwellings, shall not exceed an aggregate cost of forty percent (40%) in twelve (12) months or sixty percent (60%) in forty-eight (48) months of the value of the structure, based upon its most recent assessment or appraisal, unless the changes make the structure more conforming, or are used to restore to a safe condition any portion of a structure declared unsafe by the Building Official. Mandatory improvements for fire, life safety or accessibility, as well as replacement of mechanical equipment, do not count towards the cited monetary thresholds. Alterations, remodels, or restoration work shall not result in or increase any nonconforming condition unless permitted by RMC 4-10-050A.4, Limits on Enlargement. Nonconforming Site Development Standards: For remodels or other alterations of an existing structure made within any three (3) year period which together exceed one hundred percent (100%) of the assessed or appraised value of the existing structure, the site shall be brought into compliance with the current development regulations. For remodels or other alterations within any three (3) year period which exceed thirty percent (30%) of the assessed or Tenant Improvement for Fairyland Learning Page 3 of 7 March 21, 2024 appraised value, but do not exceed one hundred percent (100%), proportional compliance shall be required, as provided below. Remodels or other alterations within any three (3) year period that do not exceed thirty percent (30%) of the assessed or appraised value shall not be required to comply with the nonconforming site development requirements. Mandatory improvements for fire, life safety or accessibility, as well as replacement of mechanical equipment, do not count towards the cited monetary thresholds. Proportional Compliance: The required physical site improvements to reduce or eliminate the nonconformity of the site shall be established by the following formula: 1. Divide the dollar value of the proposed structure improvements, excluding mechanical equipment and mandatory improvements for life, safety, or accessibility, by the assessed or appraised value of the existing structure(s). 2. The monetary value of that percentage is then multiplied by ten percent (10%). 3. The dollar value of this equation is then applied toward reducing the nonconformities. Example: • Value of existing structure(s) equals $100,000; • Value of proposed improvements equals $20,000; • 10% multiplied by $20,000 equals $2,000; • $2,000 would be applied toward reducing the nonconformities. 4. The Department shall determine the type, location and phasing sequence of the proposed site improvements. 3. Refuse and Recycling Areas: All new developments for commercial uses shall provide on-site refuse and recyclable deposit areas and collection points for collection in compliance with RMC 4-4-090, Refuse and Recyclables Standards. These areas shall not be located within required setbacks or landscaped areas and shall not be located in a manner that hauling trucks obstruct pedestrian or vehicle traffic on-site or project into public right-of-way. The size of these areas shall be dependent on the size and number of the proposed uses. A refuse and recyclable collection area is not shown. Full compliance will be determined at the time of permit review. 4. Landscaping: With the exception of critical areas, all portions of the development area not covered by structures, required parking, access, circulation or service areas, must be landscaped with native, drought-resistant vegetative cover. The minimum on-site landscape width required along street frontages is 10 feet and shall contain trees, shrubs, and landscaping. Street trees in the ROW planter will also be required. Landscaping may include hardscape such as decorative paving, rock outcroppings, fountains, plant containers, etc. Minimum planting strip widths between the curb and sidewalk are established according to the street development standards of RMC 4-6-060, Street Standards. Street trees and, at a minimum, groundcover are to be located in this area when present. Street trees shall be planted in the center of the planting strip between the curb and the sidewalk at the following intervals; provided, that, where right-of-way is constrained, irregular intervals and slight increases or decreases may be permitted or required. Additionally, trees shall be planted in locations that meet required spacing distances from facilities located in the right-of-way including, but not limited to, underground utilities, streetlights, utility poles, traffic signs, fire Tenant Improvement for Fairyland Learning Page 4 of 7 March 21, 2024 hydrants, and driveways; such spacing standards are identified in the City’s Approved Tree List. Generally, the following spacing is required: i. Small-sized maturing trees: thirty feet (30') on center; ii. Medium-sized maturing trees: forty feet (40') on center; and iii. Large-sized maturing trees: fifty feet (50') on center. All changes in the use of a property or remodel of a structure that requires improvements equal to or greater than 50 percent (50%) of the assessed property value trigger landscaping requirements. All landscaping shall meet the requirements of RMC 4-4-070, Landscaping. Compliance with requirements would be verified at the time of permit review. 5. Significant Tree Retention: A review of COR Maps shows that there are no mature trees on the site. When significant trees (greater than 6-inch caliper or 8-caliper inches for alders and cottonwoods) are proposed to be removed, a tree inventory and a tree retention plan along with an arborist report, tree retention plan and tree retention worksheet shall be provided with the formal land use application as defined in RMC 4-8-120. The tree retention plan must show preservation of at least 30% of significant trees. Please refer to RMC 4-4-130, Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations for further general and specific tree retention and land clearing requirements. In addition to retaining a minimum of 30% of existing significant trees, properties subject to an active land development permit shall comply with minimum tree credit retention requirements of a minimum of 30 credits per net acre. Tree credits encourage retention of existing significant trees with larger trees being worth more tree credits. TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS New small species tree 0.25 New medium species tree 1 New large species tree 2 Preserved tree 6 – 9 caliper inches 4 Preserved tree 10 – 12 caliper inches 5 Preserved tree 12 – 15 caliper inches 6 Preserved tree 16 – 18 caliper inches 7 Preserved tree 19 – 21 caliper inches 8 Preserved tree 22 – 24 caliper inches 9 Preserved tree 25 – 28 caliper inches 10 Preserved tree 29 – 32 caliper inches 11 Preserved tree 33 – 36 caliper inches 12 Tenant Improvement for Fairyland Learning Page 5 of 7 March 21, 2024 TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS Preserved tree 37 caliper inches and greater 13 Interior remodels, not involving a building addition, are not required to meet minimum tree credit requirements. No trees are proposed for removal. Compliance with requirements would be verified at the time of permit review. 6. Fences/Retaining Walls: Within commercial zones the maximum height of any fence, hedge, or retaining wall within the front yard and secondary front yard shall not exceed 48 inches (48”) in height within 15 feet (15’) of the front yard property line or within any part of the clear vision area. Chain link fencing shall be coated with black, brown, gray or green bonded vinyl. Fences, hedges and retaining walls shall not stand in or in front of any required landscaping. If a new or replacement fence is proposed within 15 feet (15’) of a public street on a site that is nonconforming to street frontage landscape requirements per RMC 4-4- 070F1, the site shall be brought into conformance. 7. Parking: The applicant proposes to use the existing surface parking and driveways. Within the CA zone a connection shall be provided for site-to-site vehicle access ways to allow a smooth flow of traffic across abutting CA lots without a need to use a street. Access may compromise the aisle between rows of parking stalls but is not allowed between a building and a public street. Bicycle Parking – When there are two (2) or more separate uses on a site, the required bicycle parking for the site shall be the sum of the required parking for the individual uses. The number of bicycle parking spaces shall be equal to 10 percent (10%) of the number of required off-street vehicle parking spaces for all uses except attached dwellings. Upon a change of use, if the number of stalls needed for the new use exceeds the actual number of legally existing stalls on site by a percentage equal or greater than shown in the chart below, all of the stalls required of the new use shall be provided. Existing Stalls Percentage Threshold 1 – 10 140% 11 – 30 130% 31 – 60 120% 61+ 110% It is unclear if the proposal would meet parking requirements. The number of stalls needed for day care centers is a minimum and maximum of 1.0 for each employee and 2.0 drop off/pick-up spaces within 100 feet of the main entrance for every 25 clients of the program. The number of employees and clients was not provided although provided materials indicate there will be 50 or fewer clients. Veterinary offices do not have a prescribed number Tenant Improvement for Fairyland Learning Page 6 of 7 March 21, 2024 of stalls. The applicant will be required at the time of application to provide a parking analysis of the subject site (analysis should include parking requirements for all uses on the site) with calculations based on required parking ratios based on use. The analysis would include dimensions of stalls and drive aisles. Please refer to RMC 4-4-080F.8 and 9 for parking stall and aisle width standards. Compliance with parking requirements would be verified at the time of permit review. 8. Access/Driveways: Driveway width shall not exceed an aggregate of 40 percent (40%) of the street frontage. There shall be a minimum of 18 feet (18’) between driveway curb returns where there is more than one (1) driveway on property under single ownership or control and used as one premises. The width of any driveway shall not exceed 30 feet (30’). There shall be no more than one (1) driveway for each 165 feet (165’) of street frontage serving any one property. For each 165 feet (165’) of additional street frontage another driveway may be permitted. Maximum driveway slope shall not exceed eight percent (8%). The Administrator may allow a driveway to exceed eight percent (8%) slope but not more than fifteen percent (15%) slope, upon proper application in writing and for good cause shown, which shall include, but not be limited to, the absence of any reasonable alternative. To exceed fifteen percent (15%), a variance from the Administrator is required. 9. Urban Design Regulations: Compliance with Urban Design Regulations, District ‘D’, is required. The land use application shall provide a written narrative to identify how the project meets each applicable urban design regulation. Please refer the standards in their entirety at RMC 4-3-100. The project is located within Urban Design District D. Interior remodels of existing buildings or structures are exempt from these requirements provided the alterations do not modify the building façade. 10. Critical Areas: Per COR Maps, critical areas or their associated buffers are not located on the site. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ascertain whether any critical areas or environmental concerns are present on the subject property prior to development and/or construction. 11. Environmental Review: The proposal would require environmental review pursuant to the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The project is a change of use that is greater than 4,000 square feet in an existing building that exceeds 4,000 square feet and therefore WAC 197-11- 800(3) does not apply. An Environmental Checklist must be submitted with the proposal and the City’s Environmental Review Committee is required to issue a Threshold Determination prior to any issuance for permits on the site. 12. Site Plan Approval: Per RMC 4-9-200, site plan review is required for any development in the CA zone. The purpose of the site plan review process is to analyze the detailed arrangement of project elements to mitigate negative impacts where necessary to ensure project compatibility with the physical characteristics of a site and with the surrounding area. Site plan review ensures quality development consistent with City goals and policies. Site plan review analyzes elements including, but not limited to, site layout, building orientation and design, pedestrian and vehicular environment, landscaping, natural features of the site, screening and buffering, parking and loading facilities, and illumination to ensure compatibility with potential future development. Decisional criteria for site plan approval are itemized in RMC 4-9-200.E.3. Tenant Improvement for Fairyland Learning Page 7 of 7 March 21, 2024 Site plan review is required for development in the CA zone, however interior tenant improvements are exempt from site plan review. Please review RMC 4-9-200, Master Plan and Site Plan Review for full site plan review requirements. 13. Permit Requirements: The proposal requires an Environmental Review. The 2024 fees would total $5,071.50 ($1,800.00 Environmental Review + $90.00 Technology Fee (5%) = $1,890.00). Each modification request is $290.00. A 5% technology fee added to the total cost of the reviews would also be assessed at the time of land use application. All fees are subject to change. Other informational applications and handouts can be found on the City’s Digital Records Library. The City requires electronic plan submittal for all applications. Please refer to the City’s Electronic File Standards. 14. Public Information Sign: Public Information Signs are required for all Type II and Type III Land Use Permits as classified by RMC 4-8-080. Public Information Signs are intended to inform the public of potential land development, specific permits/actions being considered by the City, and to facilitate timely and effective public participation in the review process. The applicant must follow the specifications provided in the public information sign handout. The applicant is solely responsible for the construction, installation, maintenance, removal, and any costs associated with the sign. 15. Impact Fees: In addition to the applicable building and construction fees, impact fees would be required. The fee in effect at the time of building permit issuance will apply. When an existing structure or building or portion thereof has been vacant for less than three (3) years, the impact fee shall be the applicable impact fee for the land use category of the new use, less any impact fee previously paid for the land use category of the prior use. If no impact fee was paid for the prior use, the impact fee for the new use shall be reduced by an amount equal to the current impact fee rate for the prior use. When an existing structure or building or portion thereof has been vacant for a period of three (3) years or more, the impact fee shall be the applicable impact fee for the land use of the new category; there shall not be a deduction of the impact fee that was or was not previously paid for the land use category of the prior use. For informational purposes, the 2024 impact fees are as follows: • A transportation impact fee of $19.81 per square foot of daycare. A handout listing all of the City’s Development related fees is available for your review at https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=8217302&dbid=0&repo=CityofRe nton Next Steps: When the formal application materials are complete, the applicant shall have the materials pre-screened prior to submitting the complete application package. Please contact Andrew Van Gordon, Associate Planner at 425-430-7286 or avangordon@rentonwa.gov to submit prescreen materials and subsequent land use application. Expiration: It is the applicant’s responsibility to monitor the expiration dates. 1Andrew Van Gordon From:Robert ShueySent:Wednesday, March 6, 2024 9:10 AMTo:Andrew Van GordonSubject:PRE24-000080 • Building Review - Pre App/Pre Sub • Pre-Application Meeting Submittal v1Andrew, Here is my comment on this project: This project requires a change of occupancy classifi