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PREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR
JWC&K LLC
3901 Raymond Ave SW
PRE24-000120
May 9, 2024
Contact Information:
Planner: Andrew Van Gordon, 425-430-7286, avangordon@rentonwa.gov
Public Works Plan Reviewer: Sam Morman, 425-430-7383, samorman@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: April 30, 2024
TO: Andrew Van Gordon, Senior Planner
FROM: Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector
SUBJECT: Cahill
1. The proposed relocation of the existing fire hydrant is allowed subject to it being re-
installed in an approved location. The new location shall be within a new or possibly an
existing landscape island with the fire hydrant directly adjacent to the fire a pparatus
access roadway. Total removal of the existing fire hydrant is not allowed without
replacement. A looped water main is required for all fire flows over 2,500 gpm, which is
the case here and fire hydrants are required all around the building. A new hydrant
shall be installed and approved prior to the removal of the existing hydrant.
2. Fire department apparatus access roadways are required within 150 -feet of all points on
the building and through all yard storage areas. Fire lane signage required for any on
site roadways. The required turning radius is 25-feet inside and 45-feet outside.
Roadways shall be a minimum of 20 feet wide. Fire lane signage required per code.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: May 9, 2024
TO: Andrew Van Gordon, Associate Planner
FROM: Sam Morman, Civil Engineer II
SUBJECT: JWC&K LLC
3901 Raymond Ave SW
PRE24-000120
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)
1253810050. 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. This project is not located within the Wellhead protection area.
3. There is an existing 10-inch water main running through the site that can deliver a maximum flow
capacity of 2,700 GPM (see water plan no W-083802). The on-site fire hydrant being proposed for
relocation connects to this water main.
4. There is an existing 12-inch water main located in SW 39th St that can deliver a maximum flow capacity
of 5,300 GPM (see water plan no W-176503).
5. There is an existing 12-inch water main located in Raymond Ave SW that can deliver a maximum flow
capacity of 4,400 GPM (see water plan no W-176503).
6. The static water pressure is approximately 77 psi at ground elevation of 18 feet.
7. There is an existing 1 ½-inch domestic water meter (facility ID number MTR-015852) serving the lot
from the main in Raymond Ave SW.
8. There are two existing 1 ½-inch irrigation water meters (facility ID number MTR-015777 & MTR-
017814) serving the lot from the main in Raymond Ave SW and SW 39th St.
9. Installation of a “Storz” adapter on the existing hydrants if they are not already equipped with one.
10. Fire access shall be approved by the Fire Authority.
11. Installation of on-site fire hydrants as required. The location and number of hydrants will be
determined by the Fire Authority based on the final fire flow and final site plan. Below is a summary
of the existing fire hydrants in the vicinity of the site.
• One fire hydrant on-site within a landscape strip on the west portion of the property. (Hydrant
ID No. HYD-SW-00187)
• One fire hydrant north of the project site approximately 53 feet on the north side of SW 39th
St. (Hydrant ID No. HYD-SW-00382)
• One fire hydrant east of the project site approximately 49 feet on the east side of Raymond
Ave SW. (Hydrant ID No. HYD-SW-00212)
12. Based on the information provided with the pre-application submittal documents, the following
developer’s installed water main improvements will be required to provide domestic and fire
protection service to the development including but not limited to the items that follow.
• A 15 feet wide public water easement is required for any public water main, hydrants and
water meters located outside City right-of-way. A minimum 10-foot setback is required from
the building foundation to the new water main.
13. Civil plans for the water main improvements will be required and must be prepared by a
professional engineer registered in the State of Washington. Please refer to City of Renton General
Design and Construction Standards for Water Main Extensions as shown in Appendix K of the City’s
2019 Water System Plan. Adequate horizontal and vertical separations between the new water main
and other utilities (storm sewer pipes and vaults, sanitary sewer, power, gas, electrical) shall be
provided for the operation and maintenance of the water main. Retaining walls, rockeries or similar
structures cannot be installed over the water main unless the water main is installed inside a steel
casing.
14. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
15. The project scope of work does not impact the water service for the building. SDC fees are not
applicable for this proposed scope.
Sewer
1. The scope of work does not propose to impact the City’s sewer system. No additional sewer
requirements are anticipated.
Surface Water
1. There is an existing 36-inch private conveyance system on site that connects to SW 39th St (see
record R-223403).
2. There is an existing 30-inch surface water main in SW 39th St (see record drawing R-176508).
3. On-site critical areas that may impact surface water review are possible regulated slopes.
4. Any new on or off-site drainage systems must be designed in accordance with Chapter 4 of the 2022
RSWDM.
5. Drainage plans and a drainage report complying with the adopted 2022 Renton Surface Water Design
Manual will be required. Refer to Figure 1.1.2.A – Flow Chart of the 2022 Renton Surface Water Design
Manual (RSWDM) to determine what type of drainage review is required for this site. The site falls
within the City’s Peak Rate Flow Control (Matching Existing) Standard. The site falls within the Black
River drainage basin and Springbrook Creek sub basin.
6. The current Surface Water Standard Plans shall be used in all drainage plan submittals. The current
City of Renton Standard Details are available online in the City of Renton website
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=990403&dbid=0&repo=CityofRenton
7. If the new plus replaced pollution generating impervious surface exceeds 5,000 SF, the applicant will
be required to provide enhanced basic water quality treatment. Any proposed detention and/or water
quality vault shall be designed in accordance with the RSWDM that is current at the time of civil
construction permit application. Separate structural plans will be required to be submitted for review
and approval under a separate building permit for the detention and/or water quality vault.
8. Appropriate on-site BMPs satisfying Core Requirement #9 will be required to help mitigate the new
runoff created by this development to the maximum extent feasible. On-site BMPs shall be evaluated
as described in Section C.1.3 of the 2022 RSWDM. A preliminary drainage plan, including the
application of on-site BMPs, shall be included with the land use application, as applicable to the
project. The final drainage plan and drainage report must be submitted with the utility construction
permit application.
9. A geotechnical soils report for the site is required per the 2022 Renton Surface Water Design Manual
Section C.1.3. Information on the water table and soil permeability (measured infiltration rates), with
recommendations of appropriate on-site BMPs per Core Requirement #9 and Appendix C shall be
included in the report. The report should also include information concerning the soils, geology,
drainage patterns and vegetation present shall be presented in order to evaluate the drainage,
erosion control and slope stability for site development of the proposed plat. The applicant must
demonstrate the development will not result in soil erosion and sedimentation, landslide, slippage,
or excess surface water runoff.
10. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided.
11. The development is subject to a surface water system development charge (SDC) fees. Fees will be
charged based on the rate at the time of construction permit issuance.
• The current SDC fee is $0.92 per square foot of new impervious, but not less than $2,300.
• The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=10067864&dbid=1&repo=Cityof
Renton
Transportation
2. Based on the submittal items and project description, there are not anticipated to be additional
transportation requirements associated with this scope of work.
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. 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.
3. 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:
http://rentonwa.gov/business/default.aspx?id=42473
4. A landscaping plan shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate sheets.
5. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2023 only and will be assessed
based on the fee that is current at the time of the permit application or issuance, as applicable to the
permit type. Please visit www.rentonwa.gov for the current development fee schedule.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: May 9, 2024
TO: Pre-Application File No. PRE24-000120
FROM: Andrew Van Gordon, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: JWC&K LLC 3901 Raymond Ave SW (APN 1253810050)
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 applicant proposes two (2) separate, unrelated actions on the property.
They are:
• Remove an existing internal, on-site vegetated island and replace with paving. As part of
the removal relocation of an existing fire hydrant located within the island will occur.
• Remove approximately 15 feet by 100 feet (15’x100’) of soil and vegetation from the
southeast portion of the property to create a 125-foot (125’) truck turning area.
Current Use: The property is 141,790 square feet (3.25 acres) currently improved with a 23,080
square foot warehouse. Surface parking with an unknown number of stalls, an unknown number
of loading docks and outdoor storage are located on-site. Access to the site is via two (2)
driveways: one (1) from SE 39th St and the other from Raymond Ave SW. No revisions to the
building is proposed. Per COR Maps the property is located within a High Seismic Hazard Area
with sensitive slopes on-site.
1. Zoning /Land Use Designation, and Overlays: The subject property is located within the Light
Industrial (IL) zone. The purpose of the IL zone is to provide areas for low-intensity
manufacturing, industrial services, distribution, storage, and technical schools. Uses allowed
in this zone are generally contained within buildings. Material and/or equipment used in
production are not stored outside. Activities in this zone do not generate external emissions
such as smoke, odor, noise, vibrations, or other nuisances outside the building. Compatible
uses that directly serve the needs of other uses in the zone are also allowed.
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The PAC-RIM Warehouse is located on-site and appears to be a warehouse and distribution
center which would be a ‘warehousing and distribution’ use. ‘Warehousing and distribution’
is defined as:
“A use engaged in storage and distribution of manufactured products, supplies and
equipment. The use excludes hazardous material storage, indoor storage, outdoor storage,
self-service storage, vehicle storage, and warehousing, storage or distribution for
commercial laundry operations within the Downtown Business District.”
This use is not permitted within the IL zone and is therefore a non-conforming use. Removal
of the vegetated island and vegetation to be replaced with paving would be an expansion
of the existing nonconforming use. Extensions or enlargements of nonconforming uses shall
meet the following requirements:
1. A nonconforming use shall not be extended or enlarged so as to occupy additional
land area on the same or any other lot or parcel, unless the nonconforming use is
housed in part of a single-tenant buildings, in which case the use may be extended
through the building, but the building shall not be enlarged;
2. A nonconforming use in a multi-tenant building shall not be expanded into space
vacated by other tenants;
3. A nonconforming use shall not be relocated in whole or in part to any other part of
the parcel; and
4. No additional building, whether temporary or permanent, shall be erected upon a
property with a nonconforming use for purposes of expanding or extending a
nonconforming use.
Expansion of the paved surfaces would enlarge the nonconforming use on the same parcel,
and therefore be in violation of requirement number one (1). To not be considered
expansion an equivalent amount of area would not to be converted from paving into
vegetated area.
2. Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-130A, Development
Standards for Industrial Zoning Designations effective at the time of complete application
(noted as “IL standards” herein).
Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth – There is no minimum lot width or depth requirements,
however, new lots created after September 1, 1985 are required to be a minimum of 35, 000
square feet.
Lot revisions are not proposed as part of the project.
Building Standards – The IL standards do not include a maximum impervious surface coverage
but does include a maximum building lot coverage of 65 percent (65%) or 75 percent (75%) if
parking is provided within the building or within a parking garage. The maximum building
height is 50 feet (50’), but the maximum height can be exceed with approval through a
Conditional Use Permit.
No revisions to the existing building are proposed.
Setbacks – Setbacks are the minimum required distance between the building footprint and
the property line. The required setbacks for the IL zone are:
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• Front yard: 20 feet (20’) from principal arterial streets otherwise 15 feet (15’)
provided that 20 feet (20’) is required if a lot is adjacent to or abutting a lot zoned
residential.
• Secondary front yard: 20 feet (20’) from principal arterial streets otherwise 15 feet
(15’) provided that 50 feet (50’) is required is a lot is adjacent to or abutting a lot
zoned residential.
• Minimum rear and side yard: None, except 20 feet (20’) if the lot is adjacent to or
abutting a lot zone residential which may be reduced to 15 feet (15’) through the Site
Plan development review process.
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, Definitions C.
Neither SW 39th St nor Raymond Ave SW are classified as primary arterials. The lot is not
abutting or adjacent to a lot zoned residential. No new structures or expansion of existing
structures is proposed.
3. Refuse and Recycling Areas: Refuse and recycling areas shall be placed outside of required
setbacks and landscaping. The architectural design of the deposit area shall be consistent with
the design of the primary structure. A six-foot wall (6’) or fence shall enclose the deposit areas.
Minimum gate openings are required to be at least 12 feet (12’) in width for haulers with the
gate opening being between 11 feet (11’) and 14 feet (14’) in height. Weather protection of
refuse and recyclables shall be ensured by using weather-proofed containers or by providing
a roof over the storage area. Sizing standards based on use are as follows:
USE Minimum Recycling Minimum Refuse Minimum Overall
Manufacturing and
Other Nonresidential
Developments
Three (3) square
feet per every 1,000
square feet of
building gross floor
area
Six (6) square feet
per every 1,000
square feet of
building gross floor
area
Combined 100
square feet.
A refuse and recycling area wasn’t shown on the drawing. Compliance with applicable
requirements would be verified 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
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including, but not limited to, underground utilities, streetlights, utility poles, traffic signs, fire
hydrants, and driveways; such spacing standards are identified in the City’s Approved Tree
List. Generally, the following spacing is required: i. Small-sized maturing trees: thirty feet (30')
on center; ii. Medium-sized maturing trees: forty feet (40') on center; and iii. Large-sized
maturing trees: fifty feet (50') on center.
If the proposed improvements are equal to or greater than 50 percent (50%) of the assessed
property valuation, then landscaping requirements would be triggered. See RMC 4-4-070,
Landscaping for full requirements. Compliance with applicable 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
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TREE SIZE
TREE
CREDITS
Preserved tree 33 – 36 caliper inches 12
Preserved tree 37 caliper inches and greater 13
Based on the property’s current acreage of 3.25 acres a minimum of 98 tree credits are
required. An arborist report prepared by a qualified individual would be required.
Compliance with requirements would be verified at the time of permit review. See RMC 4-
4-130, Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations for full requirements. Compliance with
applicable requirements would be verified at the time of permit review.
6. Fences/Retaining Walls: Within industrial 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. 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.
Per the provided documents fencing, retaining walls or hedges are not proposed nor is
expansion of existing improvements. See RMC 4-4-040, Fences, Hedges and Retaining Walls
for full requirements. Compliance with applicable requirements would be verified at the
time of permit review.
7. Screening and Storage: Within industrial zones, outdoor storage must be screened from
adjacent or abutting properties and public rights-of-way. Outdoor storage uses shall provide
sight-obscuring fences or solid walls a minimum of six feet (6') in height, berming, and/or
landscaping as determined by the Administrator to achieve adequate visual or acoustical
screening. Outside storage shall not be permitted in any required setback area. Products or
materials covered by buildings with roofs but without sides shall be considered outside
storage and subject to the screening provisions of this Section. Exterior sales of autos, boats
and motorcycles are not considered outdoor storage. Within industrial zones, storage height
is limited to 15 feet (15’).
Based on the existing site it appears as though the landscaping buffer was established to
comply with storage screening requirements as approved through LUA95 -151. To remove
any portion of the screening would require a redesign of the site to ensure that no outdoor
storage occurs in this area. Compliance with requirements would be reviewed at the time
of permit review.
8. Parking: Within the IL zone when paving of a parking lot with a permanent surface is
proposed, the project is required to meet standards within RMC 4-4-080, Parking, Loading
and Driveway Regulations. A minimum and maximum of 1.0 stalls per 1,500 square feet of
net floor area is required.
Bicycle Parking – The number of bicycle parking spaces shall be equal to 10 percent (10%) of
the number of required off-street vehicle parking spaces.
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As proposed, the paving of the vegetated island increases the paving of the parking lot with
a permanent surface. Therefore, the project would be required to meet parking
requirements. Per LUA95-151, more than 50 vehicle stalls were approved. Requirements
would include interior parking lot vegetation, minimum stall and drive aisle sizing etc. See
RMC 4-4-080, Parking, Loading and Driveway Regulations for full requirements. Compliance
with requirements would be verified at the time of formal permit review.
9. 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 two (2) driveways for each 300 feet (300’) 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.
Compliance with requirements would be verified at the time of formal permit review.
10. Critical Areas: Per COR maps the project site is located within a High Seismic Hazard Area and
sensitive slopes are located on-site.
Due to the presence of geological hazards, a geotechnical study may be required. The study
shall specifically address if the proposal will not increase the threat of the geological hazard
to adjacent or abutting properties beyond pre-development conditions; and the proposal
will not adversely impact other critical areas; and the development can be safely
accommodated on the site. It is the applicant’s responsibility to determine whether any
other critical areas are present on the site prior to formal permit review.
11. Environmental Review: The project would be exempt from State Environmental Policy Act
(SEPA) review. However, the project may be subject to Environmental Review, in accordance
with RMC 4-9-070H.3, if it is determined that critical areas are located on the property.
12. Site Plan Approval: Per RMC 4-9-200, site plan review is required for any development in the
IL 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.
Projects which are SEPA Exempt are exempt from Site Plan Review.
13. Permit Requirements: As proposed the project would require civil construction permits. Each
modification request is $290.00. A 5% Technology Fee is added to the total cost of the reviews
and would be assessed at the time of formal land use application. All fees are subject to
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change. Other informational applications and handouts can be found in 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. Waivers of Submittal Requirements: The submittal checklist is not an exhaustive list of
submittal requirements and may be modified in cases where additional information is
required to complete the review of an application. In addition, non-applicable submittal
requirements may be waived. The applicant should contact the assigned Project Manager if
there are any questions regarding submittal requirements.
15. 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.
16. 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 $0.05 per square foot of industrial/manufacturing.
• A transportation impact fee $3.29 per square foot of warehouse.
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
17. 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.
18. Expiration: It is the applicant’s responsibility to monitor the expiration dates.