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PREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR
Taco Barber
315 S 2nd St
PRE 24-0000083
April 4, 2024
Contact Information:
Planner: Jill Ding, 425-430-6598, jding@rentonwa.gov
Public Works Plan Reviewer: Sam Morman, 425-430-7383, smorman@rentonwa.gov
Fire Prevention Reviewer: Corey Thomas, 425.276.9582, cthomas@RentonRFA.org
Building Department Reviewer: Rob Shuey, 206.550.8523, rshuey@rentonwa.gov
Please retain this packet throughout the course of your project as a reference. Consider
giving copies to engineers, architects, and contractors who will work on the project. You will
need to submit an PDF copy of this packet when you apply for land use and/or
environmental permits.
When the project application is ready for submittal, you may email the project planner to
start the prescreen process. Similarly, you may contact the assigned planner if there are any
questions regarding submittal requirements.
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 26, 2024
TO: Jill Ding, Senior Planner
FROM: Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector
SUBJECT: Taco Barber Take Out Restaurant
1. An approved kitchen hood fire suppression system is required for all the kitchen hood
exhaust systems. Separate plans and permits required by the fire department for the
installation of the fire suppression system and any liquid carbon dioxide beverage
dispensing systems.
2. No fire alarm or fire sprinkler systems are required for this proposal.
THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
& ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: April 4th, 2024
TO: Jill Ding, Senior Planner
FROM: Sam Morman, Civil Engineer II
SUBJECT: Taco Barber
315 S 2nd St
PRE24-000083
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)
7841800085. The following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of
Renton by the applicant.
Water
1. The project is within the City of Renton’s water service area in the Valley 196 Pressure Zone.
2. The static water pressure is approximately 71 psi at ground elevation of 32 feet.
3. The site is located within the City’s Wellhead Protection Area Zone 2.
4. There is an existing 12-inch water main located in Whitworth Ave S that can deliver a maximum flow
capacity of 4,800 GPM (see water plan no W-394911).
5. There is an existing 12-inch water main located on the north side of S 2nd St that can deliver a
maximum flow capacity of 4,800 GPM (see water plan no W-394908).
6. There is an existing 12-inch water main located in Shattuck Ave S that can deliver a maximum flow
capacity of 4,800 GPM (see water plan no W-394909).
7. The applicant will be required to verify location of water meter to be re-used if sized appropriately.
There are five existing ¾” meters serving the property.
• Along Whitworth Ave S. (UBRef 240398)
• Along S 2nd St. (UBRef 240396)
• Along Shattuck Ave S. (UBRef 240475)
• Along Shattuck Ave S. (UBRef 240474)
• Along Shattuck Ave S. (UBRef 240472)
The applicant will need to confirm the proposed number of fixtures. The sizing of the meter and of
the private service line to the building shall be in accordance with the most recent edition of the
Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC). City records indicate that the existing building does not contain a
backflow prevention device. The installation of a reduced pressure backflow assembly (RPBA) in an
above ground heated enclosure per COR Standard Plan 350.2 is required behind the meter. The
RPBA may be located inside the building if a drainage outlet for the relief valve is provided and the
location is pre-approved by the City Plan Reviewer and City Water Utility Department. Please
coordinate with the City Water Utility plan review if you propose to locate the RPBA inside the
building.
• Water meters 2” in size or less will be installed by City forces and a water meter permit is
required. The meter vault shall be located within the public ROW or within an easement on
private property.
8. Per RRFA comments, no fire alarm or fire sprinkler systems are required for this proposal.
• There is an existing fire hydrant located on the east side of Shattuck Ave S, next to the building.
• There are two existing fire hydrants located on the north side of S 2nd St adjacent to the
property. One is located approximately 100-feet from the northwest corner of the property.
The other is located approximately 100-feet directly north from the property, across S 2nd St.
• There is one existing fire hydrant located on the east side of Whitworth Ave S directly across
the street from the property at approximately 60-feet from the east property line.
• There is one existing fire hydrant located on the west side of Whitworth Ave S approximately
68-feet from the southeast corner of the property.
9. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
10. The development is subject to applicable water system development charges (SDC’s) and meter
installation fees based on the number and size of the meters for domestic uses and for fire sprinkler
use. The development is also subject to fees for water connections, cut and caps, and purity tests.
Current fees can be found in the 2024 Development Fees Document on the City’s website. Fees that
are current will be charged at the time of construction permit issuance.
• The SDC fee for water is based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the project.
The current water fee for a single 1-inch meter is $4,850.00 per meter, 1-1/2 inch meter is
$24,250.00 and a 2-inch meter is $38,800.00.
• Water Service installation fee is $2,875.00 per 1-inch service line, $4,605.00 per 1-1/2-inch
service line, and $4,735.00 per 2-inch service line.
• Drop-in meter fee is $460.00 per meter for a 1-inch meter, $750.00 for a 1-1/2-inch meter,
and $950.00 for a 2-inch meter. This is payable at issuance of the building.
• Final determination of applicable fees will be made after the water meter size has been
determined. SDC fees are assessed and payable at civil construction permit issuance.
• The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=10593568&dbid=1&repo=Cityof
Renton
Sanitary Sewer
1. The project is within the City of Renton’s sanitary sewer service area.
2. There is an 8-inch PVC gravity wastewater main located in Shattuck Ave S (record drawing S-394920).
3. There is an 8-inch PVC gravity wastewater main located in S 2nd St (record drawing S-394908).
4. There is an 8-inch PVC gravity wastewater main located in Whitworth Ave S (record drawing S-
394922).
5. The property currently has a 6-inch PVC stub connecting to the main in the Shattuck Ave S, and is
served by a side sewer (see the three side sewer cards on file for this property: Sewer Card 1, Sewer
Card 2, Sewer Card 3). It is strongly recommended that the applicant CCTV’s the building side sewer
to assess its quality.
6. A grease trap/interceptor is required for any commercial kitchen.
7. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
8. As the existing sewer service will be reused, no sewer system development charges are applicable,
unless the water meter and service are upsized to a service greater than 1”.
• The SDC fee for sewer is based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the project.
The current sewer fee for a single 1-inch meter is $3,650.00 per meter, 1-1/2 inch meter is
$18,250.00 and a 2-inch meter is $29,200.00.
• The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=10593568&dbid=1&repo=Cityof
Renton
Surface Water
1. The proposal is interior and does not impact surface water. If during the project review, exterior
improvements are proposed, the project will be subject to further surface water review and
requirements.
Transportation
1. Since the remodel is limited to the interior, in accordance with RMC 4-6-060, no street frontage
improvements or right of way dedication are required. However, if during the project review, exterior
improvements are proposed, the project may be subject to frontage improvements and ROW
dedication.
2. Because the proposal constitutes a change of use, the existing building will need to be updated to meet
current ADA standards. Compliance with ADA standards must be shown on the building permit
submittal. An accessible route of travel from the public right of way to the building entrance is
required to be reviewed in conjunction with the permit approval for the project.
3. A traffic impact analysis is required when the estimated vehicular traffic generated from a proposed
development exceeds 20 vehicles per hour in either the AM (6:00 – 9:00) or PM (3:00 – 6:00) peak
periods. The analysis must include a discussion on traffic circulation to and from the site and onsite
traffic circulation. The study shall include trip generation and trip distribution for the project for both
AM and PM peak hours.
4. Paving and trench restoration shall comply with the City’s Trench Restoration and Overlay
Requirements.
5. The development is subject to transportation impact fees. Fees will be charged based on the rate at
the time of building permit issuance.
• The 2024 transportation impact fee for fast casual dining (only walk-up window) is $68.10 per
square foot.
• Unless noted otherwise in the Fee Schedule, the 2024 transportation impact fee is $8,031.94
per net new PM peak Hour Vehicle Trip per PM Peak Hour Vehicle Trip.
General Comments
1. If frontage improvements are required, all existing and proposed utility lines (i.e. electrical, phone,
and cable services, etc.) along property frontage or within the site must be underground as outlined
in RMC 4-6-090 – UTILITY LINES - UNDERGROUND INSTALLATION. The construction of these
franchise utilities must be inspected and approved by a City of Renton inspector.
2. Maximum exposed retaining wall height is 6-ft and shall be setback a minimum of 3-ft from the right-
of-way as outlined in RMC 4-4-040 – Fences, Hedges and Retaining Walls.
3. Adequate separation between utilities as well as other features shall be provided in accordance with
code requirements.
a. 7-ft minimum horizontal and 1-ft vertical separation between storm and other utilities is
required with the exception of water lines which require 10-ft horizontal and 1.5-ft vertical.
b. The stormwater line should be minimum 5-feet away from any other structure or wall or
building.
c. Trench of any utility should not be in the zone of influence of the retaining wall or of the
building.
4. All construction utility permits for utility and street improvements will require separate plan
submittals. All utility plans shall confirm to the Renton Drafting Standards. A licensed Civil Engineer
shall prepare the civil plans. Please visit the Development Engineering Forms page for the most up-
to-date plan submittal requirements:
https://rentonwa.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=7922741&pageId=968701
5. A landscaping plan shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate
sheets.
6. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 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: April 4, 2024
TO: Pre-Application File No. 24-000083
FROM: Jill Ding, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Taco Barber – 305 S 2nd St (APN 7841800085)
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 subject property is located at the southeast corner of the intersection of S
2nd Street and Shattuck Avenue S and is addressed as 305 S 2nd St (APN 7841800085). The project
site totals 14,616 square feet (0.34 acres) in area and is zoned Center Downtown (CD) and is within
Urban Design District A. The project site is currently developed with an existing 13,046 square
foot single-story building. The applicant proposes to utilize approximately 153 square feet of the
existing barbershop tenant space for walkup window for the sale of tacos. According to City of
Renton (COR) Maps, the site is mapped within a seismic hazard area and within a wellhead
protection area, zone 2.
Current Use: Currently the site is occupied with an existing multi-tenant building. The proposed
tenant space is currently occupied as a barbershop.
1. Zoning /Land Use Designation, and Overlays: The property is located within the Commercial
Mixed Use (CMU) land use designation, the Center Downtown (CD) zoning designation, and
Urban Design District A. Commercial & Mixed Use designations are place areas with
established commercial and office areas near principle arterials. Residential uses are allowed
as part of mixed-use developments, and support new office and commercial development
that is more intensive than what exists to create a vibrant district and increase employment
opportunities. The intention of this designation is to transform strip commercial development
into business districts through the intensification of uses and with cohesive site planning,
landscaping, signage, circulation, parking, and the provision of public amenity features. The
purpose of the Center Downtown Zone (CD) is to provide a mixed-use urban commercial
center serving a regional market as well as high-density residential development. Uses include
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a wide variety of retail sales, services, multi-family residential dwellings, and recreation and
entertainment uses.
The number of standalone walk-up window establishments shall be limited to three (3)
locations in the City Center and five (5) locations citywide. Eating and drinking
establishments may operate a walk-up window as an accessory use with an approved
Administrative Conditional Use Permit. The proposal would need to be revised to
incorporate an eating and drinking establishment with indoor dining as the primary use on
the project site. A walk-up window as an accessory use to a barbershop would not be
permitted.
2. Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-120B, “Development
Standards for Commercial Zoning Designations” effective at the time of complete application
(noted as “CD standards” herein).
Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth – There are no minimum lot size, width and depth
requirements in the CD.
Setbacks – Setbacks are the distance between the building and the property line or any private
access easement or tract. Setback requirements in the CD zone are as follows:
Minimum Front Yard None
Maximum Front Yard 15 ft. for buildings or portions thereof 25 ft. or less in
height. None for that portion of a building over 25 ft.
in height.
Minimum Secondary Front Yard None
Maximum Secondary Front Yard 15 ft. for buildings or portions thereof 25 ft. or less in
height. None for that portion of a building over 25 ft.
in height.
Minimum Rear Yard None, unless the ground floor facade provides
windows for living rooms of attached dwellings – then
10 ft. – unless adjacent to an alley, then none.
Additionally, if the CD lot abuts a lot zoned residential,
then there shall be a 15 ft. landscaped strip or a 5 ft.
wide sight-obscuring landscaped strip and a solid 6 ft.
high barrier along the common boundary with an
additional 5 ft. setback from the barrier.
Minimum Side Yard None, unless the ground floor facade provides
windows for living rooms of attached dwellings – then
10 ft. – unless adjacent to an alley, then none.
Additionally, if the CD lot abuts a lot zoned residential,
then there shall be a 15 ft. landscaped strip or a 5 ft.
wide sight-obscuring landscaped strip and a solid 6 ft.
high barrier along the common boundary with an
additional 5 ft. setback from the barrier.
Clear Vision Area None
Any additions to the existing building would be subject to the setback requirements for the
CD zone.
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Gross Floor Area – There is no minimum requirement for gross floor area.
Building Height – Maximum building height in the CD zone is 150 feet. In no case shall building
height exceed the maximum allowed by the Airport Compatible Land Use Restrictions, for
uses located within the Federal Aviation Administration Airport Zones designated under RMC
4-3-020. Any proposed additions to the existing building would be subject to compliance
with the height requirements of the CD zone.
Maximum Lot Coverage for Buildings – There are no maximum lot coverage requirements in
the CD zone.
Screening – Screening must be provided for all surface-mounted and roof top utility and
mechanical equipment. The site plan application will need to include elevations and details
for the proposed methods of screening (see RMC 4-4-095).
3. Refuse and Recycling Areas: Refuse and recycling areas must meet the requirements of RMC
4-4-090, “Refuse and Recyclables Standards.”
In retail developments, a minimum of five (5) square feet per every one thousand (1,000)
square feet of building gross floor area shall be provided for recyclables deposit areas and a
minimum of ten (10) square feet per one thousand (1,000) square feet of building gross floor
area shall be provided for refuse deposit areas. A total minimum area of one hundred (100)
square feet shall be provided for recycling and refuse deposit areas. Compliance with the
refuse and recycling standards would be reviewed at the time of formal application.
4. Landscaping: Except for 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.
Street Frontage Landscaping – The minimum onsite landscape width required along street
frontages is 10 feet, with the exception of areas for required walkways and driveways, and
shall contain trees, shrubs, and landscaping. New and existing development in the CD zone
is exempt from the landscaping regulations.
5. Significant Tree Retention: Application materials identify that there are mature trees on the
site. When significant trees (greater than 6-inch caliper or 8-caliper inches for alders and
cottonwoods) are proposed to be removed, a tree inventory and a tree retention plan along
with an arborist report, tree retention plan and tree retention worksheet shall be provided
with the formal land use application as defined in RMC 4-8-120. The tree retention plan must
show preservation of at least 30% of significant trees. Please refer to RMC 4-4-130, Tree
Retention and Land Clearing Regulations for further general and specific tree retention and
land clearing requirements.
In addition to retaining a minimum of 30% of existing significant trees, each new lot would be
required to provide a minimum tree density of 30 tree credits per net acre. Tree credits
encourage retention of existing significant trees with larger trees being worth more tree
credits.
TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS
New small species tree 0.25
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TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS
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
Preserved tree 37 caliper inches and greater 13
Significant trees shall be retained in the following priority order:
Priority One: Landmark trees; significant trees that form a continuous canopy; significant trees
on slopes greater than twenty percent (20%); significant trees adjacent to critical areas and
their associated buffers; significant trees over sixty feet (60') in height or greater than
eighteen inches (18") caliper; and trees that shelter interior trees or trees on abutting
properties from strong winds, which could otherwise allow such sheltered trees to be blown
down if removed.
Priority Two: Healthy tree groupings whose associated undergrowth can be preserved; other
significant native evergreen or deciduous trees; and other significant non-native trees.
Priority Three: Alders and cottonwoods shall be retained when all other trees have been
evaluated for retention and are not able to be retained, unless the alders and/ or
cottonwoods are used as part of an approved enhancement project within a critical area or
its buffer.
The Administrator may require independent review of any land use application that involves
tree removal and land clearing at the City's discretion.
The Administrator may authorize the planting of replacement trees on the site if it can be
demonstrated to the Administrator's satisfaction that replacement requirements in RMC 4-4-
130H.1.e can be met.
Tree retention standards shall be applied to the developable area, as defined in RMC 4-11-
040, Definitions D, of a property. A formal tree retention plan and tree credit worksheet
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prepared by an arborist or landscape architect would be required if the proposal includes
any expansion or addition of the existing building.
6. Fences/Retaining Walls: If the applicant intends to install any fences as part of this project,
the location must be designated on the landscape plan. A wall taller than four feet requires a
building permit. Fences up to six-feet in height are permitted in the rear yard and side yard;
fences up to four feet are permitted in the front yard. Any part of a yard that is within a clear
vision area has a limited fence height of 42 inches. A fence shall not be constructed on top of
a retaining wall unless the total combined height of the retaining wall and the fence does not
exceed the allowed height of a standalone fence. New or existing fencing would need to
comply with the fence requirements of the code (RMC 4-4-040).
Retaining walls shall be composed of brick, rock, textured or patterned concrete, or other
masonry product that complements the proposed building and site development. There shall
be a minimum three-foot (3') landscaped setback at the base of retaining walls abutting public
rights-of-way. Please refer to retaining wall standards (RMC 4-4-040) for additional
information about fences and retaining walls.
7. Parking: Commercial uses within the CD zone are subject to providing a maximum of 1.0 space
per 1,000 square feet of net floor area, with no minimum requirement. Within the CD zone,
only new buildings or additions are subject to compliance with the Parking Regulations.
8. Access/Driveways: Access to parking lots and garages shall be from alleys when available.
Driveway location, spacing and widths are limited by the driveway design standards, in RMC
4-4-080I. No change in access is proposed.
9. Urban Design Regulations: Compliance with Urban Design Regulations, District ‘A’, is required
for any building additions or changes to the building facade. The land use application shall
provide a written narrative to identify how the project meets each applicable urban design
regulations. Please refer the standards in their entirety at RMC 4-3-100. The following bullets
are some, but not all, of the guidelines and standards outlined in the regulations.
• Buildings shall be oriented to the street with clear connections to the sidewalk.
• Building entries from a street shall be clearly marked with canopies, architectural
elements, ornamental lighting, or landscaping and include weather protection at least 4.5
feet wide along at least 75 percent (75%) of the length of the building facade facing a
street, a maximum height of 15 feet above the ground elevation, and no lower than 8 feet
above ground level.
• In addition to standard enclosure requirements, garbage, recycling collection, and utility
areas shall be enclosed on all sides, include a roof and be screened around their perimeter
by a wall or fence and have self-closing doors. Service enclosures shall be made of
masonry, ornamental metal or wood, or some combination of the three.
• Architectural elements that incorporate plants, particularly at building entrances, in
publicly accessible spaces and at façades along streets, shall be provided. Amenities such
as outdoor group seating, benches, transit shelters, fountains, and public art shall be
provided.
• Where windows or storefronts occur, they must only contain clear glazing. Tinted, dark,
and highly reflective (mirror-type) glass and film are prohibited.
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• Any facade visible to the public shall be comprised of at least seventy five percent (75%)
transparent windows and/or doors for at least the portion of the ground floor facade that
is between four feet (4') and eight feet (8') above ground (as measured on the true
elevation).
• Opaque signage is only allowed on or in no more than ten percent (10%) of the window
space. Stenciled or other signage types that allow visibility into the building are
encouraged and do not count toward the ten percent (10%) calculation of signage in
windows.
• At least one of the following elements shall be used to create varied and interesting roof
profiles: extended parapets; feature elements projecting above parapets; projected
cornices; or pitched or sloped roofs. See illustration in RMC 4-3-100E.5 Building Roof Lines
for examples.
• All buildings shall use material variations such as colors, brick or metal banding, patterns
or textural changes. Materials shall be durable, high quality, and consistent with more
traditional urban development, such as brick, integrally colored concrete masonry, pre-
finished metal, stone, steel, glass and cast-in-place concrete.
• Pedestrian-scale lighting shall be provided at primary and secondary building entrances.
Examples include sconces on building facades, awnings with down-lighting and decorative
street lighting.
10. Critical Areas: The project site is mapped within a seismic hazard area and within wellhead
protection area, zone 2. It is the applicant’s responsibility to determine whether any other
critical areas are present on the site prior to formal application.
11. Environmental Review: The proposal would be exempt from Environmental (SEPA) Review as
the proposal includes the remodel of an existing building with no change of use.
12. Conditional Use Permit: A walk-up window would be required to comply with the following
criteria:
a. Consistency with Plans and Regulations: The proposed use shall be compatible with
the general goals, objectives, policies and standards of the Comprehensive Plan, the
zoning regulations and any other plans, programs, maps or ordinances of the City of
Renton.
b. Appropriate Location: The proposed location shall not result in the detrimental
overconcentration of a particular use within the City or within the immediate area of
the proposed use. The proposed location shall be suited for the proposed use.
c. Effect on Adjacent Properties: The proposed use at the proposed location shall not
result in substantial or undue adverse effects on adjacent property.
d. Compatibility: The proposed use shall be compatible with the scale and character of
the neighborhood.
e. Parking: Adequate parking is, or will be made, available.
f. Traffic: The use shall ensure safe movement for vehicles and pedestrians and shall
mitigate potential effects on the surrounding area.
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g. Noise, Light and Glare: Potential noise, light and glare impacts from the proposed use
shall be evaluated and mitigated.
h. Landscaping: Landscaping shall be provided in all areas not occupied by buildings,
paving, or critical areas. Additional landscaping may be required to buffer adjacent
properties from potentially adverse effects of the proposed use.
13. Permit Requirements: If indoor dining were included, the proposed project would require an
Administrative Conditional Use Permit which would be processed within an estimated time
frame of 6-8 weeks. The 2024 application fee for an Administrative Conditional Use Permit is
$1,800. A 5% technology fee would also be assessed at the time of land use application. All
fees are subject to change. Detailed information regarding the land use application submittal
can be found on the City’s Permit Center website. The City now requires electronic plan
submittal for all applications. Please refer to the City’s Electronic File Standards.
In addition to the required land use permits, separate construction and building permits
would be required.
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. Fees change periodically and the fees in effect at the time of building permit
issuance would apply. For informational purposes, the 2024 impact fees are as follows:
• A Fire impact fee for restaurant is currently assessed at $5.92 per square foot; and
• A transportation impact fee for restaurant with drive-up service is currently assessed at
$68.51 per square foot;
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=CityofRenton.
16. 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
Jill Ding, Senior Planner at 425-430-6598 or jding@rentonwa.gov to submit prescreen
materials and subsequent land use application.
17. Expiration: Once the Conditional Use Permit application has been approved, building
permits, licenses or land use permits required for the operation of a Conditional Use
Permit shall be applied for within two (2) years of the date of Conditional Use Permit
approval, unless an extended time frame is granted by the Administrator or Hearing
Examiner. A single two (2) year extension may be granted for good cause by the
Administrator. It is the applicant’s responsibility to monitor the expiration dates.