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HomeMy WebLinkAboutEx_02_SEPA_Checklist SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 1 of 15 SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Purpose of checklist: Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal. Instructions for applicants: This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use “not applicable” or "does not apply" only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision- making process. The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact. Instructions for Lead Agencies: Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to evaluate the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents. Use of checklist for nonproject proposals: For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D). Please completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead agency may exclude (for non-projects) questions in Part B - Environmental Elements –that do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal. A. Background [HELP] 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: NEW LIFE CHURCH NEW STAND ALONE OFFICE BUILDING 2. Name of applicant: K+ ARCHITECTS; JOHN KAY RECEIVED 07/06/2023 AMorganroth PLANNING DIVISION DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 2 of 15 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: 10317 8TH AVE NE SEATTLE, WA 98125 4. Date checklist prepared: April 21, 2023 5. Agency requesting checklist: CITY OF RENTON 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): BEGIN WORK JANUARY 2024 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. NO 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SITE PLAN REVIEW HEIGHT VARIANCE CIVIL CONSTRUCTION PERMITS BUILDING PERMIT UTILITY APPROVAL FOR WATER MAIN EXTENSION – CEDAR RIVER WATER AND SEWER 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. NO. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. WSDOT APPROVAL FOR WORK WITHIN HIGHWAY 169 (MAPLE VALLEY HIGHWAY) AND 152ND AVENUE SE IN RENTON WASHINGTON. 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) ADD PROJECT DESCRIPTION 12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF HIGHWAY 169 (MAPLE VALLEY HIGHWAY) AND 152ND AVENUE SE ON APN: 2323059021 IN THE CITY OF RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON. N ½, SW1/4, SEC. 23, TWP. 23N., RGE. 5E., W.M. DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 3 of 15 B. Environmental Elements [HELP] 1. Earth [help] a. General description of the site: (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? The slopes on the project area gradually increases from 0% to 5%. Portions of the site outside of the project area have grades in excess of 40 percent. c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. Ur (Urban Land) Ng (Newberg silt loam) AkF (Alderwood and Kitsap soils, very steep) d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. Yes. The project site is underlain with Holocene Alluvium deposits with shallow groundwater which poses a potential liquefaction risk during a seismic event. The building foundation system will mitigate potential issues through implementation of pin piles. e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. The area of disturbance for the project is approximately 0.69 AC (onsite = 0.32 AC, offsite = 0.37 AC). Minimal grading is anticipated, however cut/fill for utility excavations will be approximately DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 4 of 15 f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Depending on the weather conditions during construction, erosion could occur. The project will implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) and a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) per the current City of Renton stormwater code to limit erosion potential to the greatest extents feasible. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? The project does not propose any new impervious surface added to the project. Currently impervious surface is 24.4 percent of the 55-acre parcel. The buildings footprint is approximately 112,750. The parking and roads are approximately 414,310 square feet, and the sidewalks and walkways are approximately 59,660 square feet. The total impervious surface is approximately 586,720 square feet. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: As part of construction, the contractor will implement a SWPPP. This will include various BMPs to limit the possibility of erosion. During periods of extended dry weather, dust suppression methods as approved by the City will be implemented. The project proposes to retain existing vegetation to the maximum extent feasible. 2. Air [help] a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction, operation, and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. Some exhaust will occur during construction of the proposed project. The TESC plan for the proposed project calls for minimization of dust emissions. Minor vehicle emissions will occur upon completion of the proposed project. b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. The project is located next to a major highway (SR 169) and vehicle emissions are the only known source of off-site air pollution. It is not anticipated that this will affect the proposal. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: Vehicles and equipment will not be left to idle when not in use. Water will be used as needed during construction to control dust. Following construction, any remaining soils will be landscaped to minimize potential for wind erosion. 3. Water [help] a. Surface Water: [help] 1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. Yes, Madsen Creek flows northerly through the parcel. Madsen Creek is a DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 5 of 15 Class II anadromous fish stream tributary to the Cedar River. 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. Yes, utility work (trenching) will be performed in the vicinity of Madsen Creek. 3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. None 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. None 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. Yes, according to King County GIS mapping, a portion of the northern part of the site lies within the 100-year floodplain of the Cedar River, which is approximately 800 feet to the north. 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. NO b. Ground Water: [help] 1) Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the well. Will water be discharged to groundwater? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. This project will utilize public water provided by Cedar River Water and Sewer District (CRWSD). There is an existing well on the site, which is currently and will continue to be used for irrigation. 2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals. . . ; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. The project utilizes the public sewer system provided by Cedar River Water and Sewer and there will be no change. c. Water runoff (including stormwater): 1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. No additional stormwater runoff will be generated as a result of this project. DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 6 of 15 The existing site manages onsite stormwater via underground piping and catch basins which convey flows to the existing stormwater pond located at the NW corner of the site. Stormwater runoff then discharges to Madsen Creek which is a tributary to the Cedar River. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. No. 3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. One existing drainage pipe will be redirected around the new building location and new building will tie into the storm water system. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any: No change to the current system. 4. Plants [help] a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: __X__deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other __X__evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other __X__shrubs __X__grass __X__pasture __ __crop or grain __ __ Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops. _X___ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other ____water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other ____other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? No change to the current vegetation c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: Proposed landscaping will include a mix of native and native-adapted ornamental plantings within the parking area and around the proposed building. Frontage improvements and restoration will include trees and lawn to match existing conditions along the existing frontage areas. DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 7 of 15 e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. None known. 5. Animals [help] a. List any birds and other animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. Examples include: birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: Robins mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other ________ b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. The Cedar River (approximately 800 feet north of the site) is known to contain salmonids. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. The site is situated in the western route of migratory waterfowl. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: No change. There is an existing buffer adjacent to Madsen Creek and includes extensive existing trees and shrubs. The buffer will protect any potential fish life in Madsen Creek and provide a natural corridor for other wildlife. The existing landscaping will also provide habitat for birds and small animals. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. None known 6. Energy and Natural Resources [help] a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. The proposed project will utilize electricity for lighting and appliances and heat. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. No c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: The building will comply with the Washington State Energy Code. 7. Environmental Health [help] DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 8 of 15 a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe. No 1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. None 2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity. None 3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating life of the project. Typical chemicals and materials used in the construction of commercial projects include petroleum, paints, and solvents. Refueling will occur on-site from fuel delivery trucks. Large quantities of fuel will not be stored at the site. Chemicals and materials stored at the site during construction will be addressed in the project SWPPP. No toxic or hazardous chemicals storage or use are anticipated after the project is completed. 4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. None 5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: Risks will be addressed through workplace safety training and proper storage and handling of chemicals. All local, state, and federal required safety measures will be implemented and/or installed to prevent the spilling of fuel on-site. The project will implement a SWPPP and Accidental Spill Prevention Plan. b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Existing noise in the area of the proposed project results mostly from traffic on SR-169 (Maple Valley Highway). Other traffic noise and equipment noise results along 152nd Ave. SE and on the property to the east of the proposed project site as a result of the residential townhouses. However, it is not anticipated the noises will affect the project. 2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indi- cate what hours noise would come from the site. The proposed project will create short-term noise in association with construction equipment. The construction noise will be limited to those hours of operation allowed by City of Renton. Most construction noise will be related to building construction and foundation installation of piles, which will DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 9 of 15 be completed within several months. The proposed project will create a minor amount of traffic noise that will mostly occur during business hours. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: None. All noises will be created during business hours. 8. Land and Shoreline Use [help] a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The project site is an existing church New Life Church and Renton Christian School, Cedar River Counseling, and Sunshine Learning Center. To the north is SR-169. To the south is the BPA Power Line right of way and vacant land. The property to the east is residential townhouses. To the west is a mobile home park that is a high-density residential use. Will the proposal affect current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe. No changes to the current land uses on or nearby. b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses as a result of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated, how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or nonforest use? Yes. Past agricultural uses of the site include hay production and dairy farming over 35 years ago. 1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and harvesting? If so, how: No. c. Describe any structures on the site. There are 2 buildings on site a 93,000 square foot building and a a 83,000 sf Building. The buildings are fully landscaped with parking lot. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? No, we are building a new building in the northend of the parking lot. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? R-14; RC f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? RHD g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Conservancy (Cedar River) h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 10 of 15 Class II and anadromous stream (Madsen Creek) Erosion Hazard Landslide Hazard Seismic 100-year floodplain & Conservancy shoreline i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? About 74 people of which would be relocated from a different part of the campus. j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? N/A k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: N/A L. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: Proposal will undergo a CUP review process m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: N/A 9. Housing [help] a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, mid- dle, or low-income housing. N/A b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: N/A 10. Aesthetics [help] a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? The proposed church has an average height of 28 feet from average finish grade to the midpoint of the roof with the highest point of the building being 28 feet. Exterior building materials to be used will include, stone, wood, metal, concrete board, & metal roofing. Manufactured natural-looking exterior siding products may be used in lieu of natural stone, brick and/or wood materials. DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 11 of 15 b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? The proposed building will be seen from SR-169. No views will be obstructed. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: Existing landscaping will remain around the perimeter of the property and throughout the parking area. New landscaping will be provided around the new proposed building and irrigation will tie into the existing infrastructure. 11. Light and Glare [help] a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? New exterior lighting will be installed for security measures. Proposed project will not produce any new glare or light that would affect the adjacent properties. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? No c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? Off-site light exists from SR-169; however, due to setbacks off-site light is not anticipated to affect the proposed project. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: No proposed measures to be taken as there will be no glare impacts proposed for this project. 12. Recreation [help] a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? The existing church campus contains a gymnasium. The existing facility also includes a sport field consisting of track lanes and a soccer field. Maplewood Golf Course and Cedar River Park lie approximately one- quarter mile northwest of the site. b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. No. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: N/A DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 12 of 15 13. Historic and cultural preservation [help] a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over 45 years old listed in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers ? If so, specifically describe. N/A b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to identify such resources. None known c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of archeology and historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc. N/A d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. N/A 14. Transportation [help] NOTE: Please refer to accompanying traffic study prepared by Transpo Group throughout this section. a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. The site is served by SR-169 and 152nd Ave. SE. Access to the site is from 152nd Ave. SE. b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? King County Metro currently uses this site as a Park & Ride Monday thru Friday. The next nearest transit stop is 1/8th of a mile to the west. c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate? No Change; 40 Parking stalls d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). The proposed project requires powerlines to be removed along SR-169. Which is a cost hardship in relation to the cost of the project. DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 13 of 15 e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. No f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? Please refer to the accompanying Traffic Impact Analysis. g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. No. Please refer to the accompanying Traffic Impact Analysis. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: Please refer to the accompanying Traffic Impact Analysis. 15. Public Services [help] a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. The project will result in an incremental increased need for public services, including fire protection. Health care, police and school impacts are not anticipated to increase. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. N/A 16. Utilities [help] a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other ___________ Electricity Natural gas Water Refuse service Telephone Sanitary sewer Septic system Other b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be needed. Project will need to get water to new building location; all construction to be made on site. Sewer, and electricity will need t be pulled to the proposed building location. DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 14 of 15 C. Signature [HELP] The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision. Signature: ___________________________________________________ Name of signee __________________________________________________ Position and Agency/Organization ____________________________________ Date Submitted: _____________ D. Supplemental sheet for nonproject actions [HELP] (IT IS NOT NECESSARY to use this sheet for project actions) Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list of the elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms. 1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; pro- duction, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: 4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 15 of 15 wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands? Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: 5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. DocuSign Envelope ID: 8DC95E5E-DFD2-4FC3-AECA-A837B4E4B02A