HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRE24-000313 (CA Dalfen Industrial Storage Yard) Updated Meeting SummaryDEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
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PREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR
Dalfen Industrial Auto and Contractor Yard Redevelopment
2940, 2960, 2980 and 2990 East Valley Rd, Renton, WA 98057
PRE24-000313
October 17, 2024
Contact Information:
Planner: Nichole D. Perry, 425-430-7286, nperry@rentonwa.gov
Public Works Plan Reviewer: Michael Sippo, 425-430-7298, msippo@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:October 15, 2024
TO:Nichole Perry, Assistant Planner
FROM:Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector
SUBJECT:Dalfen Industrial
1. The preliminary fire flow for the proposed new building is 2,000 gpm. A minimum of
two fire hydrants are required. One within 150-feet and one within 300-feet of the
building. It appears that a minimum of one new fire hydrant would be required.
2. Fire impact fees are applicable at the rate of $0.14 per square foot of new office building
areas. This fee is paid at time of building permit issuance.
3. The threshold for fire sprinklers is 5,000 square feet. This appears less than that so fire
sprinklers may not be needed. The threshold for fire alarm systems is 3,000 square feet,
so it appears that an approved fire alarm system will be required. Direct outside access
is required to the fire sprinkler riser room if needed. Fire alarm system is required to be
fully addressable and full detection is required. Separate plans and permits required by
the fire department.
4. Fire department apparatus access roadways are required within 150-feet of all points on
all buildings. Fire lane signage required for the on-site roadways. The required turning
radius is 25-feet inside and 45-feet outside. Roadways shall be a minimum of 20 feet
wide. Roadways shall support a minimum of a 30-ton vehicle and 75-psi point loading.
5. All contractor/lumber/outside storage shall be in compliance with Chapters 28 and 32 of
the fire code.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
& ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: October 17, 2024
TO: Nichole Perry, Associate Planner
FROM: Michael Sippo, Civil Engineer 3
SUBJECT: Dalfen Industrial Storage Yard
2940 East Valley Road
PRE24-000313
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)
3023059096, 3023059098, 3023059099, and 3023059091. 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 hydraulic zone.
2. The static water pressure is approximately 75 psi at ground elevation of 18 feet.
3. There is an existing 12-inch water main located in East Valley Road that can deliver a
maximum flow capacity of 4,800 GPM (see record drawing W-030409).
4. There are three existing water services to the subject parcels. Unless re-used, the existing
service shall be cut and capped at the main by City forces.
5. There are multiple existing fire hydrants within 300 feet of the property.
6. Based on the review of project information submitted for the pre-application meeting, Renton
Regional Fire Authority has determined that the preliminary fire flow demand for the
proposed development (additional buildings scenarios), including the use of a fire sprinkler
system if required, is 2,000 GPM. Per City code a looped water main is required around the
building when the fire flow demand exceeds 2,500 gpm. All three scenarios do not appear to
require loop mains unless the scope or size of the buildings change.
7. 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. Installation of new fire hydrants and/or water mains to provide the required spacing
and distance to the new building(s). The location and number of hydrants will be
determined by the RRFA based on the final fire flow demand and final site plan. A
hydrant is required within 50 feet of the building’s fire sprinkler system fire
department connection (FDC), if applicable.
b. 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.
c. Installation of a separate water service and meter for the new commercial building(s).
All commercial domestic water meters shall have a reduced pressure backflow
assembly (RPBA) installed behind the meter on private property per City Standards.
The RPBA shall be installed inside an above ground, heated enclosure per City
Standard Plan 350.2. The RPBA may be located inside the building if a drainage outlet
for the relief valve is provided and the location is pre-approved by the City Plan
Reviewer and City Water Utility Department. The backflow prevention assembly must
be located adjacent to and behind a building exterior wall.
d. Domestic water meters 3-inch or larger shall be installed in an exterior vault per
standard plan no 320.4. The meter vault shall be located within public ROW or within
an easement on private property.
e. Installation of a landscape irrigation meter with a backflow prevention assembly
(DCVA) if applicable.
f. Installation of a fire sprinkler stub a with a double check detector assembly (DCDA) is
required for backflow prevention to the new building(s) if the size of the building
triggers sprinkling requirements. The sizing of the fire sprinkler stub and related
piping shall be done by a registered fire sprinkler designer/contractor. The DCDA shall
be installed on the private property in an outside underground vault per City Standard
Plan 360.2. The DCDA may be installed inside the building if it meets the conditions
per City Standard Plan 360.5 for the installation of a DCDA inside a building. The
location of the DCDA inside the building must be pre-approved by the City Plan
Reviewer and Water Utility. The backflow prevention assembly must be located
adjacent to and behind a building exterior wall.
8. 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
Water Design Standards and Details 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.
9. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
10. The development is subject to applicable water system development charges (SDC’s) and
meter installation fees based on the number and size of the meters for domestic uses and for
fire sprinkler use. The development is also subject to fees for water connections, cut and caps,
and purity tests. Current fees can be found in the 2024 Development Fees Document on the
City’s website. Fees will be charged based on the rate at the time of construction permit
issuance.
a. The SDC fee for water is based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the
project. The current water fee is $4,850.00 per 1-inch meter, $24,250 per 1-1/2 inch
meter, $38,800 per 2-inch meter and $77,600 per 3-inch meter.
b. Water service installation charges for each proposed domestic water service is
applicable. Water Service installation is $2,875.00 per 1-inch service line, $4,605 per
1-1/2 inch service, $4,735 per 2-inch service, and for services larger than 2-inch a $220
processing fee is applied and the Contractor will provide the materials and will install
the service line and water meter.
c. Drop-in meter fee is $460.00 per 1-inch meter, $750 per 1-1/2 inch meter, and $950
per 2-inch meter.
d. A credit will be applied to the existing service if abandoned.
e. The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=9010319&dbid=1&repo=
CityofRenton
SEWER
1. The project is within the City of Renton’s sanitary sewer service area.
2. There is an existing 8-inch gravity PVC wastewater main located in East Valley Road (see
record drawing S-020005).
3. All existing side sewers will be required to be cut and capped during demolition of the
properties. The applicant shall identify which buildings are currently connected to the City
sewer and which buildings are connected to septic. Any septic tanks will be required to be
abandoned in accordance with King County Department of Health.
4. Individual sewer stubs from the sewer main and individual side sewers are required for the
new building. The existing stubs can be CCTV’d and if found acceptable to the sewer
department, can be re-used if the size/locations are compatible with the proposed
use/building layout. All new sewer stubs shall conform to the standards in RMC 4-6-040 and
City of Renton Standard Details.
5. Any covered parking areas, if proposed, will need to direct parking drainage to the sanitary
sewer system through an oil/water interceptor. If any parking is not covered, it will need to
be directed away from the sanitary sewer and into the storm sewer system.
6. If an indoor service center is proposed, discharge from any floor drains will need to be routed
through an oil/water interceptor.
7. Refuse/Recycle areas will be required to be covered with an interior drain that connects to
the sanitary sewer system through an oil/water separator.
8. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
9. Any washing of vehicles or equipment will require a separate washing area that either has a
self-contained wastewater system that is taken off-site or an enclosed system that drains to
the sanitary sewer through appropriate oil/water separators and facilities.
10. The development is subject to a wastewater system development charge (SDC) fee. SDC fee
for sewer is based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the project. Current fees
can be found in the 2024 Development Fees Document on the City’s website. Fees will be
charged based on the rate at the time of construction permit issuance.
a. The current sewer fee for is $3,650.00 per 1-inch meter, $18,250 per 1-1/2 inch
meter, $29,200 per 2-inch meter, and $58,400 per 3-inch meter.
b. Final determination of applicable fees will be made after the water meter size has
been determined.
c. A credit will be applied for the existing services.
d. The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=9010319&dbid=1&repo=
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SURFACE WATER
1. There are multiple catch basins along East Valley Road conveying runoff through 12-inch
pipes to an existing 30-inch stormwater main in the landscaping along the west side of East
Valley Road (see record drawing R-199908).
2. 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 Peak Flow Control Standard – Matching Existing
site conditions. The site falls within the Black River drainage basin.
3. Critical areas near the site that may impact storm drainage include: a wetland.
4. 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=CityofRent
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5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Options 2 & 3 include the use of contractor yards which are subject to Special Requirement
#5 (Oil Control) due to meeting the requirements of a high-use site. Additionally, use of gravel
for storage of large commercial vehicles and/or contractor equipment will be required to
provide an impermeable liner beneath the gravel areas and a collection system (i.e.
underdrains or alternative method) to route the stormwater to the collection and treatment
system.
8. 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.
9. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided.
10. 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.
• The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=9010319&dbid=0&repo=
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TRANSPORTATION
1. Per City code 4-6-060 frontage improvements are required for new construction in excess of
$175,000. The proposed project fronts East Valley Road to the west and private property on
all other sides.
a. East Valley Road is classified as a Collector Arterial street with an existing right-of-way
(ROW) width of approximately 80 feet per the King County Assessors map, however,
it is not centered and there is approximately 35 feet of ROW fronting the site. To meet
the City’s complete street standards for Collector Arterial streets with 4 lanes and a
minimum ROW width of 94 feet is required.
b. However, the City has reviewed this portion of East Valley Road and determined that
the existing curb-curb width is sufficient. Therefore, the city would support a modified
street section that at minimum retains the existing curb-curb width (approximately
48 feet) and 0.5 foot curb, with installation of an 8 foot planting strip, an 8 foot
sidewalk and street trees. No dedication is anticipated for the above listed
improvements. A modification is required to be submit with the land use application
for the alternative section.
2. The site borders State Route 167 (SR 167) on the east property line. WSDOT has identified, in
their long-range planning programs for I-405 and SR-167, a direct access connection to and
from the south at SW 27th Street, which the City supports. Applicant should further coordinate
with WSDOT at 425-456-8538 for further coordination and to verify any future impacts
related to widening of the highway.
3. A traffic impact analysis is required when the estimated vehicular traffic generated from a
proposed development exceeds 20 vehicles per hour in either the AM (6:00 – 9:00) or PM
(3:00 – 6:00) peak periods. Traffic study guidelines are included with the pre-application
packet. The analysis must include a discussion on traffic circulation to and from the site and
onsite traffic circulation. The study shall include trip generation and trip distribution for the
project for both AM and PM peak hours.
4. Refer to City code 4-4-080 regarding driveway regulations. Driveways shall be designed in
accordance with City standard plans 104.1 and 104.2.
a. The maximum width of any driveway shall not exceed 30 feet.
b. Driveways shall be located a minimum of 5 feet from property lines.
c. Maximum driveway slope is 8%.
5. All new and proposed electrical or communication utilities are required to be installed
underground per RMC 4-6-090.
6. Street lighting is required for a project that consists of 5,000 SF or more commercial
development. See RMC 4-6-060 for street lighting requirements.
7. Paving and trench restoration shall comply with the City’s Trench Restoration and Overlay
Requirements.
8. The development is subject to transportation impact fees. Fees will be charged based on the
rate at the time of building permit issuance.
a. Unless otherwise listed on the fee schedule the transportation impact fee is $8,031.94
per net new PM peak hour person vehicle trip
b. The developer will receive a credit for the existing structure if demoed.
c. The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=9010319&dbid=0&repo=
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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 2024 only and will be
assessed based on the fee that is current at the time of the permit application or issuance, as
applicable to the permit type. Please visit www.rentonwa.gov for the current development
fee schedule.
Response to Public Works Related Questions
B. Stormwater
1. Can we assume we are still 100% impervious under the previous submittals?
i. It was determined that the site was completely impervious other than the
wetland and wetland buffer area and thus no detention was included. The site
has very high groundwater and likely has little to no infiltration characteristics.
The 2022 RSWDM requires that existing gravel be modeled as 50%
impervious/50% pasture. The previous iteration assumed mostly impervious and
compared the flow characteristics to the developed model which included the
wetland buffer restoration as “pervious areas”. The exhibits show a considerable
amount of new improvements in the buffer area in all scenarios and there is also
a portion of previous pervious areas that are now impervious due to code
enforcement so they will need to be included as existing pervious. It is still
possible that the exemption can be met with converted existing impervious to
grass and protected buffer with plantings but will need to be shown with updated
calculations.
ii. Any new infiltration testing needed for LID. No.
2. Any special upstream or downstream analysis required based on City flooding or
capacity concerns. Surface Water division is at the 30% design stage of a storm
system improvement project on East Valley Road from SW 29th St to Panther Creek.
The existing storm system floods during major storm events, mainly at the
intersection of SW 27th St and East Valley Road, near the project site. This capital
project will upsize the existing storm to 36-48” pipes. There is no anticipated
construction date for this project at this time.
3. Any impaired water bodies that we should know about? The City has none mapped.
Please check any County or State water body lists of concern.
4. Any aquifer protection requirements? The site is not located within the wellhead
protection zone A or B. Any groundwater protection requirements are listed within
the RSWDM for infiltration purposes. Since the project is not proposing infiltration
no additional criteria is required.
5. Confirm if the site will need oil control per SR#5 due to storage of vehicles. It appears
that Options 2 & 3 may require oil control if the intent is to park/store construction
equipment. Contractor storage minus equipment would likely not. Option #1 if
serving passenger vehicle sales and service likely would not trigger this requirement
unless it was more specialized with busses or heavy equipment.
D. Grading & Paving
1. How are we to handle to handle the current fill material if this was done without a
permit? Continue to work with code enforcement and development services to bring
the open code cases back into compliance.
2. What does the city need regarding the soil management plan or has that already been
handled when the fill was placed? The previous submittal and approvals appear to be
incomplete but did contain civil and geotechnical design of the fill material.
Reapplication for compliance and close-out of the open code cases will be required.
3. Any issue with the E Valley storm system that we should be aware of? None known.
4. Any issues with the graveled areas for contractor storage yards? Yes and no,
specifically if the storage yard is being used to store construction equipment,
measures to capture oils and grease from machinery will be required (i.e. gravel
parking area with impermeable liner beneath and a collection system to meet oil
control requirements). Any graveled area used for materials storage will require
treatment/compaction and surface conveyance system to route pollution generating
impervious surfaces to the site water quality system will be required unless it can be
demonstrated that the area is not considered pollution generating impervious
surface.
5. Any issues with cement stabilization of subgrade? More information is needed on
what is being proposed, the type of stabilization and locations (new parking lots?
Gravel areas? Etc.) but generally, yes, due to the proximity of the wetland and internal
process a highly thorough review will be required.
E. Public Works
1. Are we assuming an 8’ planter with an 8’ sidewalk. Previous approval was a 6’
sidewalk. Current City standards require an 8’ sidewalk on collector arterials,
however, a 6’ sidewalk may be considered due to the function use of this area is
commercial/industrial in nature with sufficient supporting documentation.
2. Any restrictions on driveway spacing? 40’ min. where under common ownership.
3. Do we need to evaluated street lighting? Street lights and ped lights like Mazda? Yes.
4. Should we assume 30’ spacing for small trees based on the transmission per lines?
Spacing is generally 25’ but not to interfere with the street lights which stretches the
spacing out.
5. Any undergrounding required? All new utilities will need to be undergrounded. The
existing overhead transmission lines do not need to be. See Mazda.
6. Assume new traffic impact analysis will not be required? Depends on the use selected.
The previous TIA analyzed a new larger lumber store. All 3 options are much different
but if they exceed the 20 pm peak trips a new TIA would be required.
G. Utilities
1. Any planned water or sewer upgrades? None at this time.
2. Does the city have a preferred contact with PSE or are you aware of any power
upgrades? No preferred contact and no know upgrades known.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
& ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: October 17, 2024
TO: Nichole Perry, Associate Planner
FROM: Rob Shuey, Building Official
SUBJECT: Dalfen Industrial Storage Yard
2940 East Valley Road
PRE24-000313
Response to Building Question
H. Building
1. Please discuss the requirements (Fire Code & Hydrants, Building Code, Energy Code,
etc.) on the existing buildings under a change of use? A building permit is required for
a change of occupancy classification. This will require building plans prepared by a
professional designer or architect showing the existing floorplan of the building(s) and
additionally showing the proposed floorplan and how the building will conform with
the 2021 Washington State Existing Building Code sections 306.5 and 1001.2.2 for the
change of occupancy and section C505 of the 2021 Washington State Energy Code-
Commercial.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:October 17, 2024
TO:Pre-Application File No. PRE24-000313
FROM:Nichole D. Perry, Associate Planner
SUBJECT:Dalfen Industrial Auto and Contractor Yard Redevelopment
2940, 2960, 2980, and 2990 East Valley Rd, Renton, WA 98057
General: We have completed a preliminary review of the pre-application for the above-
referenced development proposal. The following comments on development and permitting
issues are based on the pre-application submittals made to the City of Renton by the applicant
and the codes in effect on the date of review. The applicant is cautioned that information
contained in this summary may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official decision-
makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Community & Economic Development Administrator, Public
Works Administrator, Planning Director, Development Services Director, Development
Engineering Director, and City Council). Review comments may also need to be revised based on
site planning and other design changes required by City staff or made by the applicant. The
applicant is encouraged to review all applicable sections of the Renton Municipal Code. The
Development Regulations are available online at https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton.
Project Proposal: The subject property is located at 2940, 2960, 2980, and 2990 East Valley Rd
(APNs 3023059091, 3023059096, 3023059098, and 3023059099), within the Commercial Arterial
Zone (CA) with a combined area of approximately 5.85 acres. The applicant, Jeff Chambers, PE,
proposes the adaptive reuse and redevelopment of the existing buildings for a mix of auto-centric
and contractor yard uses. Three potential scenarios are being considered:
1.Option 1: Convert the existing buildings to an auto-centric facility, including vehicle sales,
service, and storage. Access to vehicle storage areas would be gated and limited.
2.Option 2: Similar to Option 1, but with an additional fenced contractor yard for
construction or landscaping items, potentially with wholesale use.
3.Option 3: Expand the contractor yard to encompass the entire site, using the existing
buildings for equipment or contractor item storage. The yard would be fully fenced and
gated.
The existing warehouse and office buildings would remain, and the site layout would be adjusted
based on the selected scenario. As shown on the Citys COR mapping system, the following critical
areas are mapped onsite: regulated slopes, high seismic hazard areas, and a Category III wetland.
Current Use: The project site, comprising of four (4) parcels located at 2940, 2960, 2980, and 2990
East Valley Rd, spans approximately 5.85 acres. The northernmost parcel at 2940 East Valley Rd
contains a 9,600 square-foot warehouse and a 1,200 square-foot office building, previously
utilized as a lumber yard by Compton Lumber. The remaining parcels 2960, 2980, and 2990 East
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Valley Rd are vacant commercial land, cleared and graded with preload material from the prior
Compton Lumber development plans. The existing buildings on 2940 East Valley Rd are set to be
retained as part of the proposed redevelopment, while the other parcels remain undeveloped.
1.Zoning/Land Use Designation, and Overlays: The property is located within the Employment
Area (EA) land use designation, the Commercial Arterial (CA) zoning designation, and the
Automall District Area C. The new proposal includes three potential scenarios: Option 1
involves converting the site for auto-centric sales, service, and storage; Option 2 adds a
separate contractor yard alongside auto sales and service; and Option 3 expands the
contractor yard to encompass the entire site for multi-tenant use. If conducted wholly within
an enclosed building or if the use is located within an Automall District, small vehicle sales
are a permitted use in the CA zone, allowing for the auto-related activities under Option 1
and Option 2. Small vehicle service and repair are permitted as an administrative
conditional use, provided all operations are conducted within enclosed structures.
All operations shall be conducted entirely within an enclosed structure.
a. Vehicles shall only be held on the property while being serviced and shall have an active
repair or service invoice that shall be made available to the City upon the Citys request.
b. Vehicle storage before or after service shall not be allowed. Vehicles held on the site shall
be subject to the screening and landscaping provisions in RMC 4-4-120, Storage Lots
Outside, unless enclosed within a building.
c. Vehicle holding areas shall count toward the maximum lot coverage standard of the zone.
d. Any overnight vehicle parking accessory to this use shall not be located in the front setback
or in a side setback along a street.
Construction/contractors office is not a permitted use in the CA zone. Wholesale retail use
is a permitted use in the CA zone, provided the specified use(s) are in the Employment Area
(EA) land use designation west of Rainier Avenue South/ SR-167. The proposal would need
to demonstrate compliance with Automall District requirements, which govern landscaping,
site visibility, and coordination with district-wide improvement plans. Depending on the final
scenario chosen, a conditional use permit or other land use approvals may be necessary.
2.Development Standards:
Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth The submitted plans should show compliance with the
minimum lot size requirement of 5,000 square feet in the CA zone. There are no specified
minimum width or depth standards.
The combined site area of approximately 5.85 acres (254,826 square feet) exceeds the
minimum lot size requirement. If any site modifications or lot boundary adjustments are
proposed, they must meet dimensional standards prior to building permit issuance.
Submitted plans would need to show compliance with the required lot size and dimensional
standard with the land use application.
Setbacks The CA zone requires a 15-foot minimum front/secondary front yard setback and
a 20-foot maximum front/secondary front yard setback, with no rear or side setbacks unless
the site abuts a residential zone, in which case a 15-foot setback is required.
Per measurements taken from our City COR Maps, currently the 9,600-square-foot
warehouse has side yard setbacks of 55 feet and 49 feet, the rear yard setback is 139 feet and
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the front yard setback is 93 feet. The 1,200-square-foot office building is 37 feet and 100 feet
from the side yards, 298 feet to the rear yard setback and 37 feet from the front yard setback.
Since the proposal involves retaining the existing buildings, the applicant should verify that
any changes to the site layout or additions comply with these setback requirements.
Submitted plans would need to show compliance with the required setbacks at the time of
formal land use application. Modifications to the maximum setback may be allowed if site
constraints such as critical areas or utility easements prevent full compliance, subject to site
plan review.
Maximum Setback The maximum setback may be modified through the site plan review
process if the applicant can demonstrate that the proposed development meets the following
criteria:
i. Orients development to the pedestrian through measures such as providing pedestrian
walkways beyond those required by the Renton Municipal Code (RMC), encouraging
pedestrian amenities, and supporting alternatives to single-occupant vehicle (SOV)
transportation; and
ii. Creates a low-scale streetscape through measures such as fostering distinctive
architecture and mitigating the visual dominance of extensive and unbroken parking
along the street front; and
iii. Promotes safety and visibility through measures such as discouraging the creation of
hidden spaces, minimizing conflict between pedestrian and vehicle traffic, and ensuring
adequate setbacks to accommodate required parking and/or access that could not be
provided otherwise.
Alternatively, the maximum setback requirement may be modified if the applicant can
demonstrate that the criteria in subsection C15a of this Section cannot be met by addressing
the following criteria. However, all those criteria from subsection C15a of this Section that
can be met shall be addressed in the site development plan.
i. Due to factors including but not limited to the unique site design requirements or
physical site constraints such as critical areas or utility easements, the maximum setback
cannot be met; or
ii. One or more of the above criteria would not be furthered or would be impaired by
compliance with the maximum setback; or
iii. Any function of the use which serves the public health, safety, or welfare would be
materially impaired by the required setback.
Building Height and Impervious Surface Coverage The maximum permitted building height
in the CA zone is 50 feet. The existing structures are below this maximum, and any future
changes must stay within the allowable height. The maximum impervious surface coverage is
65% of the lot area, or 75% if parking is provided within a building or an on-site parking garage.
The formal land use review will verify compliance with these standards. The building height
and coverage requirements would be verified at the time of formal application if choosing
to make building modifications.
3.Refuse and Recycling Areas: In retail developments, a minimum of five (5) square feet per
every one thousand (1,000) square feet of building gross floor area shall be provided for
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recyclables deposit areas and a minimum of ten (10) square feet per one thousand (1,000)
square feet of building gross floor area shall be provided for refuse deposit areas. A total
minimum area of one hundred (100) square feet shall be provided for recycling and refuse
deposit areas. For non-residential developments, the CA zoning standards require a minimum
of three (3) square feet per 1,000 square feet of building gross floor area for recyclables
deposit areas and six (6) square feet per 1,000 square feet for refuse deposit areas. The exact
total area required will depend on the square footage of the existing buildings retained for
the new use(s). The applicant should provide a calculation of the refuse and recycling space
requirements based on the gross floor area of the existing structures, ensuring the designated
areas meet the minimum standards.
Refuse and recyclables deposit areas can be centralized or dispersed throughout the site, but
they must be easily accessible for users and collection trucks. The proposal should also include
details on the location and design of these areas to ensure compliance with accessibility
requirements. Verification of compliance would occur during the formal land use review
process.
4.Landscaping: The proposed redevelopment will need to comply with the landscaping
requirements for all pervious areas within the property boundaries. Areas not covered by
structures, parking, access, circulation, or patios must be landscaped with native, drought-
resistant vegetation. The project will also need to provide ten feet (10’) of on-site landscaping
along all public street frontages, with exceptions for walkways and driveways.
Since the new proposal includes options for auto-centric uses and contractor yards, the
landscaping requirements may need to accommodate outdoor storage areas or fenced areas:
•If surface parking is provided, and the number of parking spaces is between 51 and 99, a
minimum of 25 square feet of interior parking lot landscaping per space is required. The
landscape plan should ensure:
o Interior landscape areas have a minimum dimension of 8 feet by 12 feet, and are
dispersed throughout the parking area.
o A mix of trees, shrubs, and ground cover:
•Trees: At least 2 inches in diameter at breast height (dbh), with a
minimum of one tree for every six parking spaces.
•Shrubs: Planted at a rate of one per 20 square feet of landscaped area,
with up to 50% being deciduous.
•Ground cover: Planted to provide 90% coverage within three years.
•Spacing: No more than 50 feet between parking stalls and a landscaped
area.
For outdoor yard areas or vehicle storage, additional screening and perimeter landscaping
may be required to comply with the Automall District standards and RMC 4-4-070, which may
involve:
•10-foot-wide perimeter landscaping where the site abuts public streets or sensitive areas.
•Screening requirements to minimize the visual impact of outdoor storage or contractor
equipment.
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•Incorporating buffer planting or enhancements if critical areas, such as wetlands, are
affected.
A detailed landscape plan will need to be submitted as part of the formal land use
application, demonstrating compliance with these standards and any additional
requirements for buffering, screening, and critical area protection.
5.Significant Tree Retention: Significant Tree Retention: Application materials identify that
there are mature trees on the site. When significant trees (greater than 6-inch caliper or 8-
caliper inches for alders and cottonwoods) are proposed to be removed, a tree inventory and
a tree retention plan along with an arborist report, tree retention plan and tree retention
worksheet shall be provided with the formal land use application as defined in RMC 4-8-120.
The tree retention plan must show preservation of at least 30% of significant trees. Please
refer to RMC 4-4-130, Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations for further general and
specific tree retention and land clearing requirements.
In addition to retaining a minimum of 30% of existing significant trees, each new lot would be
required to provide a minimum tree density of 30 tree credits per net acre. Tree credits
encourage retention of existing significant trees with larger trees being worth more tree
credits.
TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS
New small species tree 0.25
New medium species tree 1
New large species tree 2
Preserved tree 6 9 caliper inches 4
Preserved tree 10 12 caliper inches 5
Preserved tree 12 15 caliper inches 6
Preserved tree 16 18 caliper inches 7
Preserved tree 19 21 caliper inches 8
Preserved tree 22 24 caliper inches 9
Preserved tree 25 28 caliper inches 10
Preserved tree 29 32 caliper inches 11
Preserved tree 33 36 caliper inches 12
Preserved tree 37 caliper inches and greater 13
Significant trees shall be retained in the following priority order:
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Priority One: Landmark trees; significant trees that form a continuous canopy; significant trees
on slopes greater than twenty percent (20%); significant trees adjacent to critical areas and
their associated buffers; significant trees over sixty feet (60’) in height or greater than
eighteen inches (18") caliper; and trees that shelter interior trees or trees on abutting
properties from strong winds, which could otherwise allow such sheltered trees to be blown
down if removed.
Priority Two: Healthy tree groupings whose associated undergrowth can be preserved; other
significant native evergreen or deciduous trees; and other significant non-native trees.
Priority Three: Alders and cottonwoods shall be retained when all other trees have been
evaluated for retention and are not able to be retained, unless the alders and/ or
cottonwoods are used as part of an approved enhancement project within a critical area or
its buffer.
The Administrator may require independent review of any land use application that involves
tree removal and land clearing at the City’s discretion.
The Administrator may authorize the planting of replacement trees on the site if it can be
demonstrated to the Administrator’s satisfaction that replacement requirements in RMC 4-
4-130H.1.e can be met.
Tree retention standards shall be applied to the developable area, as defined in RMC 4-11-
040, Definitions D, of a property. A formal tree retention plan and tree credit worksheet
prepared by an arborist or landscape architect would be required if the proposal includes any
expansion or addition of the existing building.
6.Screening: Screening is required for all surface-mounted and rooftop utility and mechanical
equipment as per RMC 4-4-095, Screening and Storage Height/Location Limitations. The
proposal should include elevations and details of the methods used for screening any
equipment if applicable. Additionally, for the proposed auto sales and contractor yard uses,
any outdoor storage areas should be screened appropriately to comply with the Automall
District requirements. The screening measures should address visual impact reduction for
areas where vehicles or contractor equipment may be stored. Compliance will be verified
during the formal land use review process.
7.Fences/Retaining Walls: If the project includes fencing or retaining walls, their locations must
be clearly shown on the landscape plan and grading plan, including top of wall and bottom of
wall elevations. Any retaining wall that is four feet (4) or taller (measured from the footing
to the top of the wall) will require a building permit. The maximum allowable height for fences
and retaining walls is 72 inches, subject to additional height restrictions in setbacks and clear
vision areas, as noted in RMC 4-4-040D.
If the proposal includes a fence on top of a retaining wall, ensure that the total combined
height does not exceed the height limit for a standalone fence. The plans should also consider
screening requirements for any fenced yard areas to maintain compliance with Automall
District standards and ensure an adequate visual buffer.
8.Parking: For vehicle sales with outdoor retail sales areas, a minimum and maximum of one
parking space per 5,000 square feet of sales area is required. The sales area is not considered
a parking lot, and thus does not need to comply with standard dimensional, landscaping, or
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bulk storage setback requirements. However, vehicles displayed for sale must meet the
following conditions:
a. A minimum 5-foot perimeter landscaping area must be provided.
b. Vehicles should not be displayed in required landscaped areas.
c. Adequate fire access must be maintained, subject to approval by the Fire
Department.
Vehicle Service and Repair For vehicle service and repair, the requirement is 2.5 parking
spaces per 1,000 square feet of net floor area. If one of the uses is determined to be
wholesale, retail sales and wholesale retail sales require a minimum and maximum of 2.5 per
1,000 square feet of net floor area, except wholesale retail sales, which is allowed a maximum
of 5.0 per 1,000 square feet of net floor area if shared and/or structured parking is provided.
The applicant must provide detailed parking information with the formal land use application,
including stall dimensions, drive aisle measurements, and total parking calculations based on
the actual square footage used for sales, service, or contractor yard activities. The plans
should ensure that:
Surface parking stalls have minimum dimensions of 9 feet x 20 feet, with compact stalls
measuring 8‰ feet x 16 feet and parallel stalls measuring 9 feet x 23 feet.
Compact spaces do not exceed 30% of the total spaces in surface parking areas.
ADA-accessible stalls meet the required dimensions of 8 feet in width by 20 feet in length,
with an adjacent 8-foot-wide access aisle for van-accessible spaces. The number of ADA stalls
must align with the total parking provided.
Bicycle Parking: Bicycle parking must be provided at a rate of 10% of the number of
required parking spaces. Depending on the scenario chosen and the total number of spaces,
the applicant must ensure compliance with RMC 4-4-080F.11 for bicycle parking standards.
9.Access/Driveways: Within the CA zone, parking, loading, and driveway regulations specified
in RMC 4-4-080 will apply, particularly if the project involves modifications to the existing
buildings or new construction. The site plan shows keeping one existing curb cut and adding
or maybe relocating a second and third curb cut. Depending on the option selected along East
Valley Rd. The width of any driveway shall not exceed 30 feet (30). There shall be no more
than one (1) driveway for each 165 feet (165) of street frontage serving any one property.
For each 165 feet (165) of additional street frontage another driveway may be permitted.
The driveway configurations should be assessed for adequate width, circulation, and safety,
meeting the standards outlined in RMC 4-4-080I.Furthermore, the applicant should also
evaluate the existing driveways’ capacity to accommodate larger vehicles or equipment
associated with a wholesale retail use scenario.
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. The formal land use review will verify compliance
with access standards, including the adequacy of the driveways for fire access, loading areas,
and general circulation.
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10.Urban Design Regulations: The proposed redevelopment is located in Automall District Area
C, and compliance with the Urban Design Regulations in RMC 4-3-100 is required except for
those properties included in the Automall District and used for small vehicle sales or a
secondary use identified in RMC 4-3-040C.1, Uses Permitted in the Renton Automall District.
The land use application must include a written narrative detailing how the project meets
each applicable urban design regulation. The following are some key guidelines and standards
from RMC 4-3-040, Automall District that need to be addressed:
Service Area Orientation: Service areas should not face the public street frontage. The site
plan must demonstrate how service or storage areas will be oriented to comply with this
standard while maintaining screening and visual buffers for outdoor storage or contractor
yard uses.
Landscaping Requirements: The project is required to provide a 15-foot-wide landscape
strip along street frontages, which replaces the standard frontage requirements for the zone.
Additionally, a minimum of 2.5% of the gross site area should be landscaped, consolidated at
site entries, building fronts, or other visually prominent locations. If the project incorporates
bioretention, permeable paving, or other low-impact development techniques consistent
with the Surface Water Design Manual, the minimum landscaping requirement may be
reduced to 2% of the gross site area.
Landscape Maintenance and Tree Removal: Landscaping must be maintained per RMC 4-
4-070P, and any tree removal must comply with the tree retention requirements noted in the
regulations.
Wheel Stops: If frontage landscaping is relocated, permanent wheel stops or continuous
curbs must be installed at least 2.5 feet from sidewalks to prevent bumper overhang. These
requirements will govern if they differ from those outlined in the parking, loading, and
driveway regulations.
Customer Parking: Customer parking should be designated, striped near entry drives, and
visible from public streets. Where feasible, parking should be combined with neighboring
dealership parking or provide shared access.
Automall Right-of-Way Improvement Plan Coordination: Development must align with
the Automall Right-of-Way Improvement Plan, addressing gateways, signage, landscaping,
and shared access. The proposal should include a narrative explaining how it will comply with
these requirements and coordinate with the adopted plan.
Automall Improvement Plan Compliance: The project will need to ensure consistency with
the Automall Improvement Plan adopted by Resolution No. 3457, which covers street
vacations, right-of-way improvements, area gateways, signage, landscaping, circulation, and
shared access.
The applicant should refer to the full Urban Design Regulations in RMC 4-3-100 and ensure all
relevant guidelines and standards are addressed in the land use application.
11.Street Pattern: The proposed redevelopment will maintain the existing street pattern with
the site plan shows keeping one existing curb cut and adding or maybe relocating a second
and third curb cut along East Valley Rd, which serve as the primary access points to the site.
No new streets or changes to the existing street layout are proposed. The site layout and
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driveway configurations should support safe and efficient access for the intended uses,
whether for auto sales, service, or other outdoor storage activities.
Further assessment may be needed to confirm that the driveway locations and widths meet
city standards and accommodate the anticipated traffic flow, including any larger vehicles or
equipment associated with contractor yard activities. Compliance with RMC standards and
any requirements related to the Automall District Area C will be verified during the formal
review process.
12.Critical Areas: The project site is mapped within a high seismic hazard area, requiring a
geotechnical report prepared by a qualified professional. The geotechnical study should
assess the soil conditions and outline construction measures to ensure building stability and
compliance with RMC standards for seismic hazards.
Additionally, a Category III wetland is located on the property. A current wetland delineation
and report will be required as part of the formal land use application to identify the wetland
boundaries and assess the potential impact. If the proposed activities will affect the wetland
buffer, a preliminary wetland mitigation plan should be submitted, detailing measures to
restore or enhance the wetland functions. The wetland area must be protected within a
Native Growth Protection Easement (NGPE), which must be recorded over the site before
building permit approval.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify the presence of any additional critical areas on the
site before submitting the formal land use application, and to include mitigation strategies for
any identified impacts.
Due to the presence of geological hazards, a geotechnical study may be required at the time
of building permit application. 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 applicants responsibility
to determine whether any other critical areas are present on the site prior to formal land
use application.
13.Environmental Review: The proposal will require environmental review under the State
Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) due to the presence of environmental critical areas on the
site, for the Category III wetland RMC 4-9-070H.2. The applicant must submit a SEPA
Environmental Checklist with the formal land use application to assess potential
environmental impacts.
The Citys Environmental Review Committee will review the checklist and issue a Threshold
Determination prior to any permit approvals. The review process will evaluate whether the
proposed activities, including any modifications to the site or changes in land use, will have
significant environmental impacts and, if necessary, will identify required mitigation
measures to address those impacts.
14.Site Plan Approval: In accordance with RMC 4-9-200, site plan review is required for any
development in the CA zone, including the proposed reuse and redevelopment at the project
site. The site plan review process aims to evaluate the detailed arrangement of project
elements, mitigating negative impacts where needed to ensure compatibility with the sites
phy
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sical characteristics and the surrounding area. This process will assess the project’s
consistency with City goals and policies for quality development.
The review will include analysis of the following elements:
•Site layout, building orientation, and design, considering any modifications to existing
structures.
•The pedestrian and vehicular environment, including access points, circulation patterns,
and safety.
•Landscaping plans, addressing requirements for pervious areas, parking lot landscaping,
and buffer zones for critical areas.
•Natural features of the site, such as wetlands and seismic hazard areas, and how they are
integrated or protected.
•Screening and buffering measures for outdoor storage, contractor yards, or service areas.
•Parking and loading facilities, ensuring adequate space, layout, and compliance with
dimensional standards.
•Illumination, considering lighting design to ensure compatibility with surrounding
development and minimizing impacts on adjacent properties.
The proposal will need to address these criteria and demonstrate compliance with the
decisional criteria for site plan approval outlined in RMC 4-9-200.E.3.
15.Permit Requirements: The proposed redevelopment will require several permits and
approvals, depending on the selected scenario (auto-centric use or contractor yard). The
primary permits likely needed include:
Site Plan Review: As required by RMC 4-9-200, site plan review will be necessary for the
development in the CA zone to ensure the proposed uses comply with City goals and
standards.
Conditional Use Permit: As required by RMC 4-9-030, conditional use permits allow for
review of certain uses with special characteristics that may not generally be appropriate
within a zoning district, but may be permitted subject to conditions and mitigation measures
that protect public health, safety and welfare and ensure compatibility with other uses in the
district.
Environmental Review (SEPA): A SEPA review will be required due to the presence of
critical areas on-site, and an Environmental Checklist must be submitted as part of the
application.
Building Permits: Any modifications to existing structures or new construction will require
building permits. If the project includes retaining walls, fences, or outdoor storage areas,
separate permits may also be needed.
Other Permits/Approvals: Additional permits may be required based on specific site
improvements, such as grading permits for significant site work, or right-of-way permits if
street improvements are needed.
The applicant should ensure that all application materials and required plans are submitted
according to the Citys submittal requirements, and compliance with permit conditions and
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mitigation measures will be verified during the formal review process. The proposed project
would require an Administrative Site Plan Review, Administrative Conditional Use Permit, and
Environmental (SEPA) Review. The applications would be processed concurrently within an
estimated time frame of 8 weeks. The 2024 application fees would total $6,961.50 ($3,030.00
Admin Site Plan Review + $1,800.00 Admin CUP + $1,800.00 SEPA + $331.50 Technology Fee
(5%) = $6,961.50). A 5% technology fee would also be assessed at the time of land use
application. All fees are subject to change. Detailed information regarding the land use
application submittal can be found on the Citys Permit Center website. The City now requires
electronic plan submittal for all applications.
Please refer to the Citys Electronic File Standards.
Detailed information regarding the land use permit application submittal requirements can
be found on online under the Conditional Use Permit Submittal Requirements and Site Plan
Review Submittal Requirements documents. Other informational applications and handouts
can be found on the Citys Digital Records Library. The City requires electronic plan submittal
for all applications. Please refer to the Citys Electronic File Standards.
16.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.
17.Public Information Sign: A Public Information Sign is required for the proposed
redevelopment, as stipulated for all Type II Land Use Permits under RMC 4-8-080. The sign
serves to inform the public of potential land development activities, the specific permits or
actions being considered by the City, and to encourage public participation in the review
process.
The applicant must adhere to the specifications provided in the Public Information Sign
handout, which details requirements for the signs construction, installation, location, and
size. The applicant is solely responsible for the installation, maintenance, removal, and
associated costs of the sign throughout the projects review period. Compliance with these
requirements will be verified during the land use application process.
18.Impact Fees: In addition to standard building and construction fees, impact fees will be
required for the proposed redevelopment. These fees are subject to change, and the rates in
effect at the time of building permit issuance will apply. For informational purposes, the 2024
impact fees are as follows:
•Fire Impact Fee: The current rate is assessed per square foot of new development. Please
refer to the Fire Department Comments.
•Transportation Impact Fee: Charged based on net new PM peak hour person vehicle trips
generated by the development.
The applicant should refer to the most up-to-date City of Renton Development Fee Schedule
for accurate impact fee rates and other development-related fees. It is advisable to verify
current rates during the building permit application process to ensure accurate fee
calculations.
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19.Next Steps: When the formal application materials are complete, the applicant must have the
materials pre-screened prior to submitting the complete application package. This step
ensures that all required documents are in order and meet the City’s submission standards.
Please contact Nichole Perry, Associate Planner, at 425-430-7286 or nperry@rentonwa.gov
to submit the pre-screen materials and for assistance with the subsequent land use
application.
20.Expiration: Once the Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan approval have been granted, the
applicant has two (2) years to comply with all conditions of approval and to apply for any
necessary permits before the approval becomes null and void. The applicant may request a
single two-year extension if additional time is needed. It is the applicant’s responsibility to
monitor the expiration dates and ensure that all conditions and permit applications are
completed within the specified time frame.
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