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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReport 01CITY OF RENTO DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MEMORANDUM Date: December 9, 2016 To: City Clerk's Office From: Sabrina Mirante Subject: Land Use File Closeout Please complete the following information to facilitate project closeout and indexing by the City Clerk's Office. ~~~';;_-;;~;';;;;;;""~'''~ __ ''''~''&'_''~''~~,:"~'~._'~_;;-~_'''':''~WL wrr:twrJ1'11-=""",,,,,;wW!;:!,,,"m"'_II.J_l"''llil''''''Yii''mmil!liW(m(li\';';~''''''''''''''''"" Project Name: CA Zone Density Regulations, Docket #11, CA Zone Moratorium LUA (file) Number: LUA15-000683 tC-P I i Cross-References: ',' AKA's: ~~--------------------------------------------------------~" ~ Project Manager: Angie Mathias , Acceptance Date: September 17, 2015 [ '~--~--------------------~----------------------------------------------~. I Applicant: City of Renton I I Owner: ' I Contact: I ~ PID Number: I i',' ERC Determination: Determination of Non-Date: September 21, 2015 1 Significance , _________________________________________ A~p~p~e~a~I~P~e~ri~o~d~E~n~d~s:~~O~c~t~o~b~er~9,~20~1~5~ __ I! I Administrative Decision: Date: I ~1----------------------------------------~A~p~p~e~a~l~p~e~r~io~d~E~n~d~S~: __________________ I! i Public Hearing Date: I ~;t~~:~~aled to HEX: I I HEX Decision: Appeal Period ~~~:: I,' I~----------------------------------~~-~-~~~~~~--------------~ ~ Date Appealed to Council: :,1 i By Whom: 0' j: Council Decision: Date: 't I Mylar Recording Number: i -N ! ! Project Description: Regulations regarding the maximum density in the Commercial Arterial (CAl ~ I zone are being considered. It is antiCipated that city code will be amended to scale the maximum I I density by community planning area. Maximum density would range from 60 du/acre to 0 based! I on existing and planned transportation infrastructure and density of existing multi-family units. @ I I I Location: Citywide Comments: ERC Determination Types: DNS -Determination of Non-Significance; DNS-M -Determination of Non-Significance-Mitigated; OS -Determination of Significance. STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF KING } AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION PUBLIC NOTICE Linda M Mills, being first duly sworn on oath that she is the Legal Advertising Representative of the Renton Reporter a weekly newspaper, which newspaper is a legal newspaper of general circulation and is now and has been for more than six months prior to the date of publication hereinafter referred to, published in the English language continuously as a weekly newspaper in King County, Washington. The Renton Reporter has been approved as a Legal Newspaper by order of the Superior Court of the State of Washington for King County. The notice in the exact form annexed was published in regular issues of the Renton Reporter (and not in supplement form) which was regularly distributed to its subscribers during the below stated period. The annexed notice, a: Public Notice was published on September 25, 2015. The full amount of the fee charged for said foregoing publication is .he sum 9f $147.88 . . ,..// / /t~~'ilt( At '(~~) ""I'"'''''' A::lnda Mills Legal Advertising Representative, Renton Reporter Subscribed and sworn to mP this 25th day of September, 2015. ~-:::=:;:?> /""""- ", ~tI SH€ I" .:-'..1... ~ ......... Il~~~, ~ ... i ... ·cos,\ON E.'~" 'TL\' ... _ ••. ..;::;. "1..0-"'-" _ ":$". ~. -9" =-0:0 ~·.O~ Polly Ann Slfeph'~ary Public for the State of Washington, Residing in Federal Way, Washington : a.. i'-' tlOTAfI'i "'\ ::. ;. ,n\ PUB\.IC i 2 = , v).. • 0 -":'f'.. l~':-... , l': ~ ••• 05.1\~'~'··· Qt ~ ".f: ........... ~ ~ "II OF Wp.,'O'<' ,,~ 1/'"11111"" NOTICE OF APPLICATION stitute approval for (;onstruction~ AND ENVIRONMENTAL mitigation may he necessary and DETERMINATION may be imposed at the time of ENVIRONMENTAL a site specific development REVIEW COMMITIEE proposaL Copies of the DNS, the RENTON, WASHINGTON SEPA checklist and other project Application Name and Number documents are available at the CA ZONE DENSITY REGULA-Department of Community and TIONS; LUA \5-000683 Economic Development. 1055 P.-oject Description and Loca~ South Orady Way, Renton. WA tion: Amendments to the maxi~ 98057 mum allowed density in the Comments on the application Commerical ArteTial (CA) zone. must be submitted in \vnting to MaXImum density would range Angie Mathias. project manager. from 60 duJacre to 0 based on ex-CED -Planning Division, 1055 isting and planned transportation South Grady Way, Renton, WA infrastructure and denSIty of ex-98057, by 5:00 PM on Oc[Ober 9, isting multI-family unit'>. These 2015 If you have questions regulations would be citywide about thIS proposal please con- A pplication Date: tact the proJect manager, September 17,2015 425.430.6576. Appeals of the en- Permits/Review Requested: vironmental detennination must Environmental (SEPA) Review be filed with the required fee in The Environmental Review writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on Committee has reviewed the October 9, 2015 with: Hearing proposed project for probable Examiner, City of Renton. 1055 adverse environmental impact<; South Grady Way, Renton. WA and has issued a Determination 98057. Appeals to the Exanuner of Non-Significance (DNS) for arc governed by City of Renton the prqjecl under the authority of Municipal Code Section the Renton Municipal Code. An 4-8-11O.B. Additional infonna- environmental Impact statement tion regarding the appeal process (fIS) will not be required under may be obtained from the Renton RCW 43.21C. This decision was City Clerk's Office, made after review of a completed 425.430.6510. environmental checklist and oth-Published in the Renton Reporter er infonnation on file at the City Seplember25,2015. #1420889 ThIS determination does not con- - DEPARTMENT OF COMMU·"ry AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPL ___ n ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT ERC MEETING DATE: Project Name: Owner: Applicant: Contact: File Number: Project Manager: Project Summary: Project Location: Exist. Bldg. Area SF: Site Area: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: September 21, 2015 CA Zone Density Regulations City of Renton City of Renton Angie Mathias, Senior Planner LUA 15-000683 Angie Mathias, Senior Planner The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPAl Review for proposed amendments to the maximum allowed density in the Commerical Arterial (CAl lone. Maximum density would range from 60 du/acre to 0 based on existing and planned transportation infrastructure and density of existing multi-family units. These regulations would be citywide. Citywide N/A N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (footprint): N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (gross): N/A Total Building Area GSF: N/ A Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a Determination of Non-Significance IONS). ERe Report 15-000683_CA Zone Density Regulations City of Renton Department of Community CA lONE MAXIMUM DENSITY Development Environmental Review Committee Report LUA 15-000683 0683 Report of September 21,2015 Page 2 of 2 PART ONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION I BACKGROUND The City currently has a moratorium on new residential development in the Commercial Arterial (CA) zone, except for the City Center Community Planning Area. The moratorium is in place primarily due to concern that the maximum density of 60 dwelli!lg units per acre that is allowed in the zone is placing too much burden on infrastructure. This proposal is intended to strike a balance between where the City seeks to incentivize redevelopment with high density and/or where transportation infrastructure exists or is planned to accommodate high density and where just straight commercial development would be more beneficial to the community given the proportion of existing high density multi-family and lack of planned or existing transportation infrastructure that accommodates high denSity, including pedestrians and bicycles. Staff proposes allowing residential development in the CA zone by Community Planning Area and as follows: 60 du/acre in City Center and Highlands, 30 du/acre in Kennydale and East Plateau, and 0 du/acre in Cedar River, Benson, and Talbot. II PART TWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In compliance with RCW 43.21C.240, the following environmental (SEPAl review addresses only those project impacts that are not adequately addressed under existing development standards and environmental regulations. A. Environmental Threshold Recommendation Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials: B. Mitigation Measures None. C. Exhibits None. D. Environmental Impacts Issue a DNS with a 14-day Appeal Period. There are no environmental impacts that are anticipated to occur in conjunction with the proposal. E. Comments of Reviewing Departments The proposal will be circulated to City Department Division Reviewers and appropriate agencies. All substantive comments will be provided to the Responsible Officials for their consideration and possible recommendation that the comments be incorporated as "Advisory Notes to Applicant." Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Comments and Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM, October 9, 2015. Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.B governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner. Appeals must be filed in writing at the City Clerk's office along with the required fee. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office, Renton City Hall -7th Floor, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton WA 98057. ERC Report 15-000683_ CA Zone Density Regulations Denis Law City l -----...:::-....... ---,.-r Mayor -l ~'rlrDlj September 24, 2015 Community & Economic Development Department C.E. "Chi p"Vi ncent, Ad min istrator Washington State Department of Ecology Environmental Review Section PO Box 47703 Olympia, WA 98504-7703 Subject: ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) THRESHOLD DETERMINATION Transmitted herewith is a copy of the Environmental Determination for the following project reviewed by the Environmental Review Committee (ERe) on September 21, 2015: SEPA DETERMINATION: PROJECT NAME: PROJECT NUMBER: Determination of Non-Significance IONS) CA Zone Density Regulations LUA15-000683, EeF Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on October 9,2015, together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510. Please refer to the enclosed Notice of Environmental Determination for complete details. If you have questions, please call me at (425) 430-6576. ?!Jln.eJIl1aLij.~v~i!::ew,!! Com m itte e, Enclosure cc: King County Wastewater Treatment Division Boyd Powers, Department of Natural Resources Karen Walter, Fisheries, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Melissa Calvert, Muckleshoot Cultural Resources Program Gretchen Kaehler, Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation Ramin Pazooki, WSDOT, NW Region larry Fisher, WDFW Duwamish Tribal Office US Army Corp. of Engineers Renton City HaJJ • 1055 South Grady Way • Renton, Washington 98057 • rentonwa.gov DEPARTMENT OF COMMUI\III Y AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) PROJECT NUMBER: LUA 15-000683 APPLICANT: City of Renton PROJECT NAME: CA Zone Density Regulations PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for proposed amendments to the maximum allowed density in the Commerical Arterial (CA) zone. Maximum density would range from 60 du/acre to 0 based on existing and planned transportation infrastructure and density of existing multi-family units. These regulations would be citywide. PROJECT LOCATION: Citywide LEAD AG ENCY: City of Renton Environmental Review Committee Department of Community & Economic Development The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This Determination of Non-Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on October 9, 2015. Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and more information may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510. PUBLICATION DATE: DATE OF DECISION: SIGNATURES: Terry Higashiyama, Administrator Community Services Department September 25, 2015 September 21, 2015 cr} ~I llo' Date Fire & Emergency Services C.E. "Chip" Vincent, Administrator Department of Community & Economic Development Dati I • entan OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS) POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION PROJECT NAME: PROJECT NUMBER: CA Zone Density Regulations LUA1S-000683, ECF LOCATION: Citywide DESCRIPTION: THE APPLICANT IS REQUESTING ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) REVIEW FOR PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE MAXIMUM ALLOWED DENSITY IN THE COMMERICAL ARTERIAL (CA) ZONE. MAXIMUM DENSITY WOULD RANGE FROM 60 DU/ACRE TO 0 BASED ON EXISTING AND PLANNED TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE AND DENSITY OF EXISTING MULTI-FAMILY UNITS. THESE REGULATIONS WOULD BE CITYWIDE. THE CITY OF RENTON ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITIEE (ERC) HAS DETERMINED THAT THE PROPOSED ACTION DOES NOT HAVE A SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on October 9, 2015, together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of RMC 4-8-110 and information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510. IF THE ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION IS APPEALED, A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE SET AND ALL PARTIES NOTIFIED. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY OF RENTON, DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT (425) 430-7200. DO NOT REMOVE THIS NOTICE WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION PLEASE INCLUDE THE PROJECT NUMBER WHENCALU.NG.FQRPROPER FILE IDENTIFICATION. Denis Law Mayor .... -~=----"",...~-r September 24, 201S City of Renton 1055 S Grady Way Renton,WA 98057 --' -.<-~ Community & Economic Development Department C.E."Chip"Vincent Administrator SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL THRESHOLD (SEPAl DETERMINATION CA Zone Density Regulations, LUA15-000683, ECF Dear City of Renton: This letter is written on behalf of the Environmental Review Committee (ERe) to advise you that they have completed their review of the subject project and have issued a threshold Determination of Non-Significance. Please refere to the enclosed ERC Report and Decision for more details. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on October 9, 2015, together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and more information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510. If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing date will be set and all parties notified. If you have any questions or desire clarification of the above, please call me at (425) 430-6576. nvironmental Review Committee, J'--r-~------'~ '~ ~ Angie Mathais Senior Planner Enclosure Renton City Hall • 1055 South Grady Way • Renton, Washington 98057 • rentonwa.gov DEPARTMENT OF COMMUr··-y AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPI.._.H ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT ERC MEETING DATE: Project Name: Owner: Applicant: Contact: File Number: Project Manager: Project Summary: Project Location: Exist. Bldg. Area SF: Site Area: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: September 21, 2015 CA Zone Density Regulations City of Renton City of Renton Angie Mathias, Senior Planner LUA 15-000683 Angie Mathias, Senior Planner The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPAl Review for proposed amendments to the maximum allowed density in the Commerical Arterial (CAl zone. Maximum density would range from 60 du/acre to 0 based on existing and planned transportation infrastructure and density of existing multi-family units. These regulations would be citywide. Citywide N/A N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (footprint): N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (gross): N/A Total Building Area GSF: N/ A Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a Determination of Non-Significance IONS). ERe Report 15-000683_CA Zone Density Regulations City of Renton Department of Community CA ZONE MAXIMUM DENSITY Report of September 21.2015 f,fclnolmicDeve/opment PART ONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION I BACKGROUND me/,tal Review Committee Report LUA 15-000683 0683 Page 2 of 2 The City currently has a moratorium on new residential development in the Commercial Arterial (CA) zone, except for the City Center Community Planning Area. The moratorium is in place primarily due to concern that the maximum density of 60 dwelling units per acre that is allowed in the zone is placing too much burden on infrastructure. This proposal is intended to strike a balance between where the City seeks to incentivize redevelopment with high density and/or where transportation infrastructure exists or is planned to accommodate high density and where just straight commercial development would be more beneficial to the community given the proportion of existing high density multi-family and lack of planned or existing transportation infrastructure that accommodates high denSity, including pedestrians and bicycles. Staff proposes allowing residential development in the CA zone by Community Planning Area and as follows: 60 du/acre in City Center and Highlands. 30 du/acre in Kennydale and East Plateau, and 0 du/acre in Cedar River, Benson, and Talbot. II PART TWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In compliance with RCW 43.21C.240, the following environmental (SEPAl review addresses only those project impacts that are not adequately addressed under existing development standards and environmental regulations. A. Environmental Threshold Recommendation Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials: B_ Mitigation Measures None. C. Exhibits None. D. Environmentallmpacts Issue a DNS with a 14-day Appeal Period_ There are no environmental impacts that are anticipated to occur in conjunction with the proposal. E. Comments of Reviewing Departments The proposal will be circulated to City Department Division Reviewers and appropriate agencies. All substantive comments will be provided to the Responsible Officials for their consideration and possible recommendation that the comments be incorporated as "Advisory Notes to Applicant." Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Comments and Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM, October 9, 2015. Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.8 governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner. Appeals must be filed in writing at the City Clerk's office along with the required fee. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office, Renton City Hall -7th Floor, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton WA 98057. ERC Report 15-000683_ CA Zone Density Regulations DEPARTMENT OF COMMUt .. ..., AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPL_n ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT ERC MEETING DATE: Project Name: Owner: Applicant: Contact: File Number: Project Manager: Project Summary: Project Location: Exist. Bldg. Area SF: Site Area: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: September 21, 201S CA Zone Density Regulations City of Renton City of Renton Angie Mathias, Senior Planner LUA 1S-000683 Angie Mathias, Senior Planner The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for proposed amendments to the maximum allowed density in the Commerical Arterial (CA) zone. Maximum density would range from 60 du/acre to 0 based on existing and planned transportation infrastructure and density of existing multi-family units. These regulations would be citywide. Citywide N/A N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (footprint): N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (gross): N/A Total Building Area GSF: N/A Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS)_ ERe Report 15-000683_ CA Zone Density Regulations City 01 Renton Department 01 Community & ~G'nol"'icDevelopment CA lONE MAXIMUM DENSITY Report of September 21, 2015 PART ONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION I BACKGROUND Review Committee Report LUA 15-000683 0683 Page 2 of 2 The City currently has a moratorium on new residential development in the Commercial Arterial (CA) zone, except for the City Center Community Planning Area. The moratorium is in place primarily due to concern that the maximum density of 60 dwelling units per acre that is allowed in the zone is placing too much burden on infrastructure. This proposal is intended to strike a balance between where the City seeks to incentivize redevelopment with high density and/or where transportation infrastructure exists or is planned to accommodate high density and where just straight commercial development would be more beneficial to the community given the proportion of existing high density multi-family and lack of planned or existing transportation infrastructure that accommodates high density, including pedestrians and bicycles. Staff proposes allowing residential development in the CA zone by Community Planning Area and as follows: 60 du/acre in City Center and Highlands, 30 du/acre in Kennydale and East Plateau, and 0 du/acre in Cedar River, Benson, and Talbot. PART TWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In compliance with RCW 43.21C.240, the following environmental (SEPAl review addresses only those project impacts that are not adequately addressed under existing development standards and environmental regulations. A. Environmental Threshold Recommendation Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials: B. Mitigation Measures None. C. Exhibits None. D. Environmentallmpacts Issue a DN5 with a 14-day Appeal Period. There are no environmental impacts that are anticipated to occur in conjunction with the proposal. E. Comments of Reviewing Departments The proposal will be circulated to City Department Division Reviewers and appropriate agencies. All substantive comments will be provided to the Responsible Officials for their consideration and possible recommendation that the comments be incorporated as "Advisory Notes to Applicant." Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Comments and Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM, October 9, 2015. Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.B governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner. Appeals must be filed in writing at the City Clerk's office along with the required fee. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office, Renton City Hall -7th Floor, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton WA 98057. ERC Report lS-000683_CA lone Density Regulations DEPARTMENT OF COMMUr··-y AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPt._.IT ~ r f City of c,o;-~\ ------~·l~:;IltUIli~:J ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT ERC MEETING DATE: Project Name: Owner: Applicant: Contact: File Number: Praject Manager: Praject Summary: Project Location: Exist. Bldg. Area SF: Site Area: STAFF RECOMMENDA TlON: September 21, 2015 CA Zone Density Regulations City of Renton City of Renton Angie Mathias, Senior Planner lUA 15-000683 Angie Mathias, Senior Planner The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPAl Review for proposed amendments to the maximum allowed density in the Commerical Arterial (CAl lone. Maximum density would range from 60 du/acre to 0 based on existing and planned transportation infrastructure and density of existing multi-family units. These regulations would be citywide. Citywide N/A Praposed New Bldg. Area (/aotprint): N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (grass): N/A N/A Total Building Area GSF: N/ A Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a Determination of Non·Significance IONS). ERC Report 15-000683_CA Zone Density Regulations City of Renton Department of Community CA ZONE MAXIMUM DENSITY Report of September 21, 2015 E.co'noJTJic Development PART ONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION / BACKGROUND Review Committee Report LUA 0683 Page 2 of 2 The City currently has a moratorium on new residential development in the Commercial Arterial (CA) zone, except for the City Center Community Planning Area. The moratorium is in place primarily due to concern that the maximum density of 60 dwelling units per acre that is allowed in the zone is placing too much burden on infrastructure. This proposal is intended to strike a balance between where the City seeks to incentivize redevelopment with high density and/or where transportation infrastructure exists or is planned to accommodate high density and where just straight commercial development would be more beneficial to the community given the proportion of existing high density multi-family and lack of planned or existing transportation infrastructure that accommodates high density, including pedestrians and bicycles. Staff proposes allowing residential development in the CA zone by Community Planning Area and as follows: 60 du/acre in City Center and Highlands, 30 du/acre in Kennydale and East Plateau, and 0 du/acre in Cedar River, Benson, and Talbot. I PART TWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In compliance with RCW 43.21C.240, the following environmental (SEPA) review addresses only those project impacts that are not adequately addressed under existing development standards and environmental regulations. A. Environmental Threshold Recommendation Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials: B_ Mitigation Measures None. '-Exhibits None. D. Environmentallmpacts Issue a DNS with a 14-day Appeal Period. There are no environmental impacts that are anticipated to occur in conjunction with the proposal. E_ Comments of Reviewing Departments The proposal will be circulated to City Department Division Reviewers and appropriate agencies. All substantive comments will be provided to the Responsible Officials for their consideration and possible recommendation that the comments be incorporated as "Advisory Notes to Applicant." Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Comments and Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM, October 9, 2015. Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.B governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner. Appeals must be filed in writing at the City Clerk's office along with the required fee. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office, Renton City Hall -7th Floor, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton WA 98057. ERC Report 15-000683_CA Zone Density Regulations City of Renton LAND USE PERMIT MASTER APPLICATION PROPERTY OWN NAME: ADDRESS: CITY: APPLICANT NAME: City of Renton COMPANY (if applicable): ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way CITY: Renton, WA ZIP: 98057 TELEPHONE NUMBER: CONTACT PERSON NAME: Chip Vincent Planning Division -Department COMPANY (if applicable): of Community and Economic Development ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way CITY: Renton, WA ZIP: 98057 TELEPHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS: (425) 430-6575 amathias@rentonwa.gov - 1 - INFORMATION NAME: AND ZIP CODE: I . vacant, single-family, multi-famify, ! etc. EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION: Citywide PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION I I nla EXISTING ZONING: Citywide PROPOSED ZONING (if applicable): nla SITE AREA (in square feet): 23.79 square miles SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PUBLIC ROADWAYS TO BE DEDICATED: NlA SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PRIVATE ACCESS EASEMENTS: NlA PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DENSITY IN UNITS PER NET ACRE i nla NUMBER OF PROPOSED LOTS (if applicable): NIA 06109 PRattCT INFORMATION (contime) ~~~~~~L-______________ ~ NUMBER OF EXISTING DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): nla SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if applicable): NIA SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): NIA SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if applicable): NIA SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): NIA NET FLOOR AREA ON NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if applicable): NI A NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES TO BE EMPLOYED BY THE NEW PROJECT (if applicable):· NIA --_ .. PROJECT VALUE: NIA IS THE SITE LOCATED IN ANY TYPE OF ENVIRONMENTALLY CRITICAL AREA, PLEASE INCLUDE SQUARE FOOTAGE (if applicable): nla o AOUIFIER PROTECTION AREA ONE o AOUIFIER PROTECTION AREA TWO o FLOOD HAZARD AREA ___ sq. ft. o GEOLOGIC HAZARD ___ sq. ft. o HABITAT CONSERVATION ___ sq. ft. o SHORELINE STREAMS & LAKES ___ lin. ft. o WETLANDS ___ sq. ft. LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY (Attach legal description on separate sheet with the followinq information included) SITUATE IN THE SW QUARTER OF SECTION ~ TOWNSHIP 23N , RANGE 5 , IN THE CITY OF RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON TYPE OF APPLICATION & FEES List all land use applications being applied for: 1. Environmental Review 3. 2. 4. Staff will calculate applicable fees: $ AFFIDAVIT OF OWNERSHIP I, (Print Name/s) Chip Vincent , declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that I am (please check one) __ the current owner of the property involved in this application or _X_ the authorized representative to act for a corporation (please attach proof of authorization) and that the foregoing statements and answers herein contained and the information herewith are in all respects true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. s: J c-zs\J," s;~ (Signature of OwnerlRepresentative) (Signature of Owner/Representative) I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that -;::--c--;---;--;-.,-- signed this instrument and acknowledge it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. My appointment expires; ________ _ ·2· 06/09 , PLANNING DIVISION ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST: City of Renton Planning Division 1055 South Grady Way-Renton, WA 98057 Phone: 425-430-7200 Fax: 425-430-7231 The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required. INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS: This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most precise information known, or give the best description you can. You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to hire experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write "do not know" or "does not apply". Complete answers to the questions now may avoid unnecessary delays later. Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you. 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. USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NON PROJECT PROPOSALS: Complete this checklist for nonproject proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply." IN ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NON PROJECT ACTIONS (part D). For nonproject actions (actions involving decisions on policies, plans and programs), the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively. - 1 -06/09 H:\CED\Planning\Tille IV\Oocket\Oocket Group 11\SEPA lor CA Zone\CA Zone envchlst.docx A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Medical Marijuana Regulations 2. Name of applicant: City af Renton 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Angie Mathias, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, 425-430-6576, amathias@rentonwa.gov 4. Date checklist prepared: September 17, 2015 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): N/A 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. N/A 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. N/A 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. N/A 10. List any governmental approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. N/A 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. Regulatians regarding the maximum density in the Commercial Arterial (CA) zane are being considered. It is anticipated that city code will be amended to scale the maximum density by community planning area. Maximum density would range from 60 du/acre to o based on existing and planned transportation infrastructure and density of existing multi-family units. -2- 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. These regulations would be citywide. B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. EARTH a. General description of the site (circle one); flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other N/A, nan-project action. The City oj Renton has areas oj steep slopes, some hills, and a plateau, but also includes a valley area. b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope?) N/A, non- project action. 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 prime farmland. N/A, non-project action d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. N/A-non-project action. e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. N/A-non-project action. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. N/A-non-project action. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? N/A-non-project action. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: N/A-non-project action. ·3· 2. AIR a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. N/A-non-project action. b. Are there any off-site sources of emission or odor that may affect your proposal? If 50, generally describe. N/A-non-project action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: N/ A-non-project action. 3. WATER a. Surface Water: 1) 15 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. N/ A-non-project action. The City of Renton has a significant amount of shoreline along both Lake Washington and the Cedar River. There are also wetlands located in many locations throughout the city. All land use applications will be reviewed and analyzed for potential impacts at the time of application. If appropriate, project specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated. 2) 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. N/A- This is a non-project action. N/A-non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and analyzed for potential impacts at the time of application. If appropriate, project specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated. 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. N/A-non-project action. 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. N/A-non-project action. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note location on the site plan. N/A-non-project action. 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. N/A-non- project action. ·4· , b. Ground Water: 1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. N/A- non-project action. 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. N/ A-non-project action. c. Water Runoff (including storm water): 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 50, describe. N/A-non-project action. 2) Could waste material enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. N/A-non-project action. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any': N/A-nan-project action. The proposal is to not allow collective gardens. 4. PLANTS a. Check or circle 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 __ pasture __ crop or grain _X_ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other __ water plants: water lily, eel grass, milfoil, other __ other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? N/A-non- project action. c. list threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. N/A- non-project action. N/ A d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: N/A-non-project action. - 5 . 5. ANIMALS a. Circle any birds and animals, which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site: b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. N/ A- non-project action. The Cedar River is a salman bearing river that includes spawning grounds. There are also other creeks and rivers within the City that are salman bearing and include spawning grounds. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. N/A-non-project action. The Cedar River is a salmon bearing river that includes spawning grounds. There are also other creeks and rivers within the City that are salmon bearing and include spawning grounds. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: N/A-non-project action. 6. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES 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. N/A-non-project action. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. N/A-non-project action. 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: N/A-non-project action. 7. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH 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. N/A-non-project action. 1} Describe special emergency services that might be required. N/A-non-project action. 2} Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: N/ A-non-project action. -6- , b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? N/A-non-project action. 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)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. N/A- non-project action. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: N/A-non-project action. 8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? N/A-non-project action. b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. N/A-non-project action. c. Describe any structures on the site. N/A-non project action. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? N/A-non project action. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? N/A-non-project action. f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? N/A -non- project action. g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? N/A non-project action. h. Has any part ofthe site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. N/A, non-project action. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? N/A-non-project action. j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? N/A- non-project action. -7- k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: N/A-non- project action. I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: N/A-non-project action. The proposed measures seek to ensure that the compatibility of existing and projected land uses are more compatible that under the current conditions. 9. HOUSING a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A-non-project action. b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A-non-project action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: N/A-non- project action. 10. AESTHETICS a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed. N/A-non-project action. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? N/A-non- project action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: N/A-non- project action. 11. LIGHT AND GLARE a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? N/A-non-project action. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? N/A-non-project action. c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? N/A- non-project action. -8- d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: N/A- non-project action. 12. RECREATION a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? N/A-non-project action. b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. N/A-non-project action. 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- non-project action. 13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national state, or local preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action. b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historiC, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. N/A, non- project action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action. 14. TRANSPORTATION a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. N/A, non-project action. b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? N/ A, non-project action. c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? N/A-non-project action. d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private? N/A-nan-project action. e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. N/A-non-project action. - 9 - f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. N/A-non-project action. g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: N/A- non-project action. 15. PUBLIC SERVICES a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. N/A-non-project action. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. N/A-non-project action. 16. UTILITIES a. b. Circle utilities current! available at the site: o!ti!ctr~city, natural gas, water, retus!:> rVlce, telephone, sanitary sew eptic system, tllet. 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. N/A-non project action. C. SIGNATURE I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true, correct, and complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of non-significance that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any willful misrepresentation or Willfulla~k of 1uII dis,closure on y part. Proponent Signatu re: _--C=-",-,;;;£~_\J"::::"L":::::::==~ __ L_ Name Printed: c£ Date: -10- D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEETS FOR NON PROJECT ACTIONS (These sheets should only be used for actions involving decisions on policies, plans and ro rams. You do not need to fill out these sheets for ro·ect 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; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? This proposal is unlikely ta increase discharge to the above. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: Mitigation will be determined at the time af a project-specific praposal. 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? The proposal would be unlikely to directly affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: N/A for the proposal. Mitigation would be determined at the time of a project- specific proposal. 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? This proposal is unlikely to deplete energy or naturol resources. Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: Mitigation would be determined at the time af a specific project proposal. 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, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, flood plains, or prime farmlands? This propasal is unlikely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated far governmental protection. Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: Mitigation would be determined at the time of a specific project proposal. 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? This proposal will affect land use, but not shoreline use. The proposal seeks to amend regulations so that the land use of high density residential in the CA zone is compatible for each community planning area. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: Mitigation would be determined at the time of a specific project proposal . . 11 . 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? This proposol seeks to better align the demand an transportation with where the City and regian have invested or plan to invest in transportatian infrastructure that warks to help facilitate high density development, including safe travel for pedestrians and bicyclists. Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: Mitigatian would be determined at the time of a specific praject propasal. 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. No conflicts have been identified. SIGNATURE I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true, correct, and complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of non-significance that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any willful misrepresentation or willful lack of full disclosure on my part. Proponent Signature: C <i2, \v1 ~ r d Name Printed: c.. 'E \ I, IA C ........ + Date: ., I I ± II ,. . 12· DEPARTMENT OF COMMUI\"-Y AND ECONOMIC DEVELOP ... _.H ---.-," r {~'rlf tu S J ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT ERe MEETING DA TE: Project Name: Owner: Applicant: Cantact: File Number: Project Manager: Project Summary: Project Location: Exist. Bldg. Area SF: Site Area: STAFF RECOMMENDA TlON: September 21, 2015 CA Zone Density Regulations City of Renton City of Renton Angie Mathias, Senior Planner LUA 15·000683 Angie Mathias, Senior Planner The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for proposed amendments to the maximum allowed density in the Commerical Arterial (CA) zone. Maximum density would range from 60 du/acre to 0 based on existing and planned transportation infrastructure and density of existing multi-family units. These regulations would be citywide. Citywide N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (faotprint): N/ A Proposed New Bldg. Area (gross): N/A N/A Total Building Area GSF: N/ A Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS). ERe Report 15·000683 City of Renton Department of Communi'" & Economic Development CA ZONE MAXIMUM DENSITY r-_. 'ironmentaf Review Committee Report LUA 15·000683 0683 Report of September 21, 2015 Page 2 of 2 PART ONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION / BACKGROUND The City currently has a moratorium on new residential development in the Commercial Arterial (CAl zone, except for the City Center Community Planning Area. The moratorium is in place primarily due to concern that the maximum density of 60 dwelling units per acre that is allowed in the zone is placing too much burden on infrastructure. This proposal is intended to strike a balance between where the City seeks to incentivize redevelopment with high density and/or where transportation infrastructure exists or is planned to accommodate high density and where just straight commercial development would be more beneficial to the community given the proportion of existing high density multi-family and lack of planned or existing transportation infrastructure that accommodates high density, including pedestrians and bicycles. Staff proposes allowing reSidential development in the CA zone by Community Planning Area and as follows: 60 dulacre in City Center and Highlands, 30 du/acre in Kennydale and East Plateau, and 0 dulacre in Cedar River, Benson, and Talbot. ! PART TWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In compliance with RCW 43.21C.240, the following environmental (SEPAl review addresses only those project impacts that are not adequately addressed under existing development standards and environmental regulations. A. Environmental Threshold Recommendation Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials: B. Mitigation Measures None. C. Exhibits None. D. Environmentallmpacts Issue a DNS with a 14-day Appeal Period. There are no environmental impacts that are anticipated to occur in conjunction with the proposal. E. Comments of Reviewing Departments The proposal will be circulated to City Department Division Reviewers and appropriate agencies. All substantive comments will be provided to the Responsible Officials for their consideration and possible recommendation that the comments be incorporated as "Advisory Notes to Applicant." Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Comments and Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM, October 9, 2015. Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.6 governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner. Appeals must be filed in writing at the City Clerk's office along with the required fee. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office, Renton City Hall -7th Floor, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton WA 98057. ERe Report 15-000683