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PREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR
Lakeside Properties Duplex
10826 SE 173rd St
PRE 24-000216
08/21/2024
Contact Information:
Planner: Mariah Kerrihard, 425.430.7238, mkerrihard@rentonwa.gov
Public Works Plan Reviewer: Huy Huynh, 425.430.7384, hhuynh@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 of it to any engineers, architects, and contractors who work on the
project. You will need to submit a copy of this packet when you apply for land use
and/or environmental permits.
Pre-screening: When you have the project application ready for submittal, call and
schedule an appointment with the project manager to have it pre-screened before
making all of the required copies.
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: August 22nd, 2024
TO: Mariah Kerrihard, Associate Planner
FROM: Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector
SUBJECT: Lakeside Duplex
1. The fire flow requirement for a single-family home is 1,000 gpm minimum for dwellings
up to 3,600 square feet (including garage and basements). If the dwelling exceeds 3,600 square
feet, a minimum of 1,500 gpm fire flow would be required. A minimum of one fire hydrant is
required within 300-feet of the proposed buildings and two hydrants if the fire flow goes up to
1,500 gpm. Water is supplied from Soos Creek Water District. A water availability certificate is
required to be provided.
2. The fire impact fees are currently applicable at the rate of $421.98 per single
family/duplex unit. This fee is paid at building permit issuance. No charge/fee for the existing
home that may be retained or removed.
3. Fire department apparatus access roadways are required to be a minimum of 20-feet
wide fully paved, with 25-feet inside and 45-feet outside turning radius. Fire access roadways
shall be constructed to support a 30-ton vehicle with 75-psi point loading. Access is required
within 150 feet of all points on all the buildings. Dead end access roadways require an
approved fire apparatus turnaround. Dead end access exceeding 300 feet requires a full 90-
foot diameter cul-de-sac. Dead end access roadway is measured beginning at 120th Avenue
Southeast. Access as proposed does not meet minimum fire department requirements. Dead
end access roadways that exceed 500 feet requires all new homes be equipped with an
approved fire sprinkler system per local city ordinance.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: August 22nd, 2024
June 20, 2011
TO: Mariah Kerrihard, Planning
FROM: Huy Huynh, Development Engineering
SUBJECT: 108XX SE 173RD St
PRE24-000216
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 1626800021.
The following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of Renton by the
applicant.
WATER
1. The subject development is within the water service area of Soos Creek Water and Sewer District.
A water availability certificate from Soos Creek Water and Sewer District is required as part of the
Land use Application.
2. A copy of the water main improvements plans shall be submitted to the City of Renton as a part
of the City’s Civil Construction permit.
3. The number and locations of fire hydrants shall be determined by the City of Renton Fire
Department as part of the review of the project plans.
SEWER
1. The subject development is within the water service area of Soos Creek Water and Sewer District.
A sewer availability certificate from Soos Creek Water and Sewer District is required as a part of
the Land use Application.
2. A copy of the sewer main improvement plans shall be submitted to the City of Renton as a part of
the City’s Civil Construction permit.
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3. If the existing homes on the sites are served by private on-site septic systems, the septic systems
shall be abandoned in accordance with King County Department of Health regulations and Renton
Municipal Code.
Surface Water
1. There is an existing 12in concrete storm pipe fronting the property (facility ID #11639). There is
an existing type 1 catch basin fronting the parcel (facility ID #137365).
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 City’s Flow Control Duration Standard Area matching Forested
Conditions. The site falls within the Black River drainage basin and Panther Creek subbasin. The
site does not fall within the City’s Aquifer Protection Area (APA).
3. The current Surface Water Standard Plans shall be used in all drainage plan submittals. The
current City of Renton Standard Details are available online in the City of Renton website
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=990403&dbid=0&repo=CityofRenton
4. If the new plus replaced pollution generating impervious surface exceeds 5,000 SF, the applicant
will be required to provide 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.
5. 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.
6. Any new storm conveyance installed on or off-site shall be designed and sized in accordance with
standards found in Chapter 4 of the 2022 RSWDM and shall account for the total upstream
tributary area, assuming developed conditions for onsite tributary areas and existing conditions
for any offsite tributary areas.
7. A geotechnical soils report for the site is required per the 2022 Renton Surface Water Design
Manual Section C.1.3.
8. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided.
9. 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 sqft, but not less than $2,300.
• The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=10067864&dbid=1&repo=Cityof
Renton
TRANSPORTATION
1. Per City code 4-6-060 frontage improvements are required for new construction in excess of
$175,000.
a. SE 173rd St is classified as Residential Access, with an existing right-of-way (ROW) width
of approximately 60 feet. To meet the City’s complete street standards for Residential
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Access streets, a minimum ROW width of 53 ft is required. Per RMC 4-6-060 half of
street improvements as taken from the ROW centerline shall be required and include a
26 foot paved road (13 feet each side), a 0.5 foot curb, an 8 foot planting strip, and a 5
foot sidewalk. No dedication will be required.
2. Refer to City code 4-4-080 regarding driveway regulations.
a. A minimum separation of 5 feet is required between driveway and the property line.
b. Maximum driveway slopes shall not exceed 15%. Driveways exceeding 8% shall provide
slotted drains.
c. The width of any driveway shall not exceed thirty feet (30') exclusive of the radii of the
returns or the taper section.
3. Undergrounding of all existing and proposed utilities is required on all frontages per RMC 4-6-090.
4. Joint use driveways are allowed for access up to 2 lots provided that each lot abuts a public
right-of-way. Refer to the shared driveway requirements as outlined in RMC 4-4-080I. Joint use
access to the driveway shall be assured by easement or other legal form acceptable to the City.
5. Per RMC 4-6-060 street lighting is not required for a project that consists of less than four (4)
residential units.
6. Paving and trench restoration within the City of Renton right of way shall comply with the City’s
Trench Restoration and Street Overlay Requirements.
7. The development is subject to transportation impact fees. Fees will be charged based on the rate
at the time of building permit issuance.
a. The 2024 transportation impact fee is $7,550.05, per dwelling.
b. The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=10067864&dbid=1&repo=
CityofRenton.
GENERAL COMMENTS
1. A frontage improvements are required, all existing and proposed utility lines (i.e. electrical, phone,
and cable services, etc.) along property frontage or within the site must be underground as outlined
in RMC 4-6-090 – UTILITY LINES - UNDERGROUND INSTALLATION. The construction of these franchise
utilities must be inspected and approved by a City of Renton inspector.
2. Maximum exposed retaining wall height is 6-ft and shall be setback a minimum of 3-ft from the right-
of-way as outlined in RMC 4-4-040 – Fences, Hedges and Retaining Walls.
3. Adequate separation between utilities as well as other features shall be provided in accordance with
code requirements.
a. 7-ft minimum horizontal and 1-ft vertical separation between storm and other utilities is
required with the exception of water lines which require 10-ft horizontal and 1.5-ft vertical.
b. The stormwater line should be minimum 5 feet away from any other structure or wall or
building.
c. Trench of any utility should not be in the zone of influence of the retaining wall or of the
building.
4. All construction utility permits for utility and street improvements will require separate plan
submittals. All utility plans shall confirm to the Renton Drafting Standards. A licensed Civil Engineer
shall prepare the civil plans. Please visit the Development Engineering Forms page for the most up-
to-date plan submittal requirements:
http://rentonwa.gov/business/default.aspx?id=42473
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5. A landscaping plan shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate
sheets.
6. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2024 only and will be assessed
based on the fee that is current at the time of the permit application or issuance, as applicable to the
permit type. Please visit www.rentonwa.gov for the current development fee schedule.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: August 22, 2024
TO: Pre-Application File No. 24-000216
FROM: Mariah Kerrihard, Assistant Planner
SUBJECT: Lakeside Properties Duplex – 10826 SE 173rd St (APN: 1626800021)
General: We have completed a preliminary review of the pre-application for the above-
referenced development proposal. The following comments on development and permitting
issues are based on the pre-application submittals made to the City of Renton by the applicant
and the codes in effect on the date of review. The applicant is cautioned that information
contained in this summary may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official decision-
makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Community & Economic Development Administrator, Public
Works Administrator, Planning Director, Development Services Director, Development
Engineering Director, and City Council). Review comments may also need to be revised based on
site planning and other design changes required by City staff or made by the applicant. The
applicant is encouraged to review all applicable sections of the Renton Municipal Code. The
Development Regulations are available online at https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton.
Project Proposal: The applicant is proposing to develop an attached dwelling - duplex at 10826
SE 173rd St (APN 1626800021). The property has street frontage along SE 173rd St and is located
within the Residential-14 (R-14) zone. The site area is approximately 6,599 square feet (0.15
acres). Access is proposed via a shared driveway from SE 173rd St. There is an unclassified coal
mine hazard located on the property per City of Renton (COR) maps.
Current Use: The project area is currently vacant property.
1. Zoning /Land Use Designation, and Overlays: The subject property is located within the
Residential-14 (R-14) zoning classification. The Residential High Density Land Use
designation is intended to implement the R-14 zone. The R-14 zone is established for
single family dwellings. Development in the R-14 zone is intended to be both single family
and small-scale multi family developments. Attached dwellings (townhomes) are
permitted within the R-14 zone.
2. Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-110A, Development
Standards for Residential Zoning Designations effective at the time of complete
application (noted as “R-14 standards” herein).
Maximum Number of Dwellings (per Legal Lot) – N/A for attached dwellings.
Density –The maximum net density is 14 dwelling units per acre (du/ac). The Residential
High Density Land Use designation is intended to create new units where access,
topography, and adjacent land uses create conditions appropriate for a variety of housing
unit types, or where there is existing multifamily development. The area of public rights-
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of-way, legally recorded private access easements and critical areas (i.e., very high
landslide hazard areas, protected slopes (except evaluate on a case-by-case basis those
protected slopes created by previous development, wetlands, Class 1 to 4 streams and
lakes or floodways)) would be deducted from the gross site area to determine the “net”
site area prior to calculating density. In order to calculate the proposed density of the
project, any area of public road, private driveway/easement, and/or critical area
dedication must be known. All fractions which result from net density calculations shall
be truncated at two (2) numbers past the decimal (e.g., 4.5678 becomes 4.56).
Calculations for minimum or maximum density that result in a fraction that is 0.50 or
greater shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. Those density calculations
resulting in a fraction that is less than 0.50 shall be rounded down to the nearest whole
number. The R-14 zone has a minimum density of seven (7) dwelling units per acre with
a maximum of fourteen (14) dwelling units per acre. A density worksheet was not
included with the pre-application submittal materials; therefore, staff was unable to
verify compliance with the density requirements. A completed density worksheet would
be required with the land use application. The applicant would be required to
demonstrate compliance with the net density requirements of the zone at the time of
formal application.
Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth – The minimum lot size permitted in the R-14 zone
is 3,000 square feet. Minimum lot width is 30 feet (30’); minimum lot depth is 60 feet
(60’). Submitted plans would need to show compliance with the required lot size and
dimensional standard with the land use application.
Building Standards – The R-14 standards allow a maximum building coverage of 65
percent (65%) of the lot area. The maximum impervious coverage in the R-14 zone is 80
percent (80%). The maximum wall plate height is restricted to 24 feet (24’) and can be
increased up to 32 ft. possible subject to administrative conditional use permit approval,
and the buildings shall be not more than three (3) stories. Roofs with a pitch equal to or
greater than 4:12 may project an additional six (6) vertical feet from the maximum wall
plate height; common rooftop features, such as chimneys, may project an additional four
vertical feet (4’) from the roof surface. Non-exempt vertical projections (e.g., decks,
railings, etc.) shall not extend above the maximum wall plate height unless the projection
is stepped back one-and-a-half horizontal feet (1.5’) from each façade for each one
vertical foot (1’) above the maximum wall plate height. The maximum wall plate height
for detached accessory structures is 12 feet (12’) and the total floor area must be less
than that of the primary structure. Accessory structures are also included in building lot
coverage calculations. New development would need to comply with the maximum
building coverage, impervious surface requirements, and building height regulations of
the zone at the time of building permit review.
Setbacks – Setbacks are the minimum required distance between the building footprint
and the property line. The required setbacks for the R-14 zone are: Front yard: 15 feet
(15’) Rear yard: 10 feet (10’); Side yards: detached units: 4 feet, attached units: 4 feet for
unattached side(s), 0 ft. for the attached side(s); and secondary front yards: 15 feet (15’).
Compliance with required setbacks for new development would be verified at the time
of building permit application. Existing development proposed for retention would be
reviewed for compliance at the time of land use application.
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Maximum Number of Units per Building – No more than six (6) units per building.
Residential Design and Open Space Standards: All new residential dwelling units in the
R-14 zone would be subject to the RMC 4-2-115, Residential Design and Open Space
Standards. Requirements related to garages, entries, modulation, windows/doors, scale,
bulk, and character, roof forms, eaves, architectural detailing, and materials/color should
be reviewed in their entity prior to submitting permit applications. All site design, open
space, and residential design standards applicable to the R-14 zone would be verified at
the time of building permit application or through site plan review. Compliance with
building design requirements would be verified at the time of building permit review.
Screening: Screening must be provided for all surface-mounted and roof top utility and
mechanical equipment. The site plan application will need to include elevations and
details for the proposed methods of screening (see RMC 4-4-095).
3. Access/Parking: Access to both units is proposed from SE 173rd St via two (2) nine-foot
(9’) wide driveways along the south side of the property. Townhouse development
requires two (2) onsite parking stalls per dwelling unit. The maximum width of single
loaded garage driveways shall not exceed nine feet (9’) and double loaded garage
driveways shall not exceed 16 feet. Maximum driveway slopes shall not exceed 15
percent; provided, that driveways exceeding eight percent (8%) shall provide slotted
drains at the lower end with positive drainage discharge to restrict runoff from entering
the garage/residence or crossing any public sidewalk. One driveway is permitted per each
one hundred sixty-five feet (165’) of street frontage. Driveways and driveway approaches
in the public right-of-way shall be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement, or equivalent
alternative materials of a permanent nature as approved by the Public Works
Department. Surfacing treatments that provide increased infiltration opportunities, such
as permeable pavements, shall be used where feasible and consistent with the Surface
Water Design Manual. Driveways shall not be closer than five feet (5’) to any property line
except as allowed per RMC 4-4-080I.9, Joint Use Driveways. Compliance with access and
driveway requirements would be verified at the time of building permit review.
4. Landscaping: With the exception of critical areas, all portions of the development area
not covered by structures, required parking, access, circulation or service areas, must be
landscaped with native, drought-resistant vegetative cover. The minimum on-site
landscape width required along street frontages is 10 feet and shall contain trees, shrubs,
and landscaping. Street trees in the ROW planter will also be required. Landscaping may
include hardscape such as decorative paving, rock outcroppings, fountains, plant
containers, etc. Minimum planting strip widths between the curb and sidewalk are
established according to the street development standards of RMC 4-6-060, Street
Standards. Street trees and, at a minimum, groundcover is to be located in this area when
present. Street trees shall be planted in the center of the planting strip between the curb
and the sidewalk at the following intervals: provided, that, where right-of-way is
constrained, irregular intervals and slight increases or decreases may be permitted or
required. Additionally, trees shall be planted in locations that meet required spacing
distances from facilities located in the right-of-way including, but not limited to,
underground utilities, streetlights, utility poles, traffic signs, fire hydrants, and driveways;
such spacing standards are identified in the City’s Approved Tree List. Generally, the
following spacing is required: i. Small-sized maturing trees: thirty feet (30') on center; ii.
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Medium-sized maturing trees: forty feet (40') on center; and iii. Large-sized maturing
trees: fifty feet (50') on center. A conceptual landscape plan shall be provided with the
building permit as prepared by a licensed Landscape Architect, a certified nurseryman
or other certified professional. Please be aware that frontage improvements will be
required.
Storm drainage facilities are required to comply with the minimum 15-foot perimeter
landscaping strip on the outside of the fence unless otherwise determined through the
site plan review or subdivision review process. Please refer to landscape regulations RMC
4-4-070 for further general and specific landscape requirements.
5. Significant Tree Retention: A review of COR Maps appears to show 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
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TREE SIZE
TREE
CREDITS
Preserved tree 33 – 36 caliper inches 12
Preserved tree 37 caliper inches and greater 13
Protected trees shall be retained in the order of priority listed in RMC 4-4-130H.2.
Protection of trees or groves by placement within a dedicated tract (Tier 1) is the highest
priority.
Significant trees shall be retained in the following priority order:
Priority One: Landmark trees; significant trees that form a continuous canopy; significant
trees on slopes greater than twenty percent (20%); significant trees adjacent to critical
areas and their associated buffers; significant trees over sixty feet (60') in height or
greater than eighteen inches (18") caliper; and trees that shelter interior trees or trees on
abutting properties from strong winds, which could otherwise allow such sheltered trees
to be blown down if removed.
Priority Two: Healthy tree groupings whose associated undergrowth can be preserved;
other significant native evergreen or deciduous trees; and other significant non-native
trees.
Priority Three: Alders and cottonwoods shall be retained when all other trees have been
evaluated for retention and are not able to be retained unless the alders and/ or
cottonwoods are used as part of an approved enhancement project within a critical area
or its buffer.
The Administrator may require independent review of any land use application that
involves tree removal and land clearing at the City's discretion.
The Administrator may authorize the planting of replacement trees on the site if it can be
demonstrated to the Administrator's satisfaction that replacement requirements in RMC
4-4-130H1e 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 retention
worksheet prepared by an arborist or landscape architect would be reviewed at the time
of the land use application.
6. Fences/Walls: If the applicant intends to install any fences or retaining walls as part of
this project, the location must be designated on the landscape plan and grading plan with
top of wall and bottom of wall elevations. A fence and/or wall detail should also be
included on the plan. A retaining wall that is 4 feet or taller, as measured by the vertical
distance from the bottom of the footing to the finish grade at the top of the wall requires
a building permit. The maximum height of any fence or retaining wall is 72-inches subject
to further height limitations in setbacks and clear vision areas noted in RMC 4-4-040D. A
fence shall not be constructed on top of a retaining wall unless the total combined height
of the retaining wall and the fence does not exceed the allowed height of a standalone
fence. For more information about fences and retaining walls refer to RMC 4-4-040.
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Retaining walls shall be composed of brick, rock, textured or patterned concrete, or other
masonry product that complements the proposed building and site development. There
shall be a minimum three-foot (3') landscaped setback at the base of retaining walls
abutting public rights-of-way. Please refer to retaining wall standards (RMC 4-4-040) for
additional information about fences and retaining walls.
7. Critical Areas: According to COR Maps, there is a unclassified coal mine hazard located on
the subject property. Due to the presence of geological hazards, a geotechnical study
with an associated Coal Mine Assessment would 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. At the City’s discretion,
the City may require independent review of an applicant’s geotechnical report by
qualified specialists selected by the City, at the applicant’s expense. It is the applicant’s
responsibility to determine whether any other critical areas are present on the site prior
to formal land use application.
8. Environmental Review: The construction of nine (9) or less multifamily residential
dwelling units on a project site is exempt from Environmental (SEPA) Review in
accordance with WAC 197-11-800. However, the project may be subject to Environmental
Review, in accordance with RMC 4-9-070H.3, if it is determined that designated critical
areas or their buffers are located on the property.
9. Site Plan Approval: Site plan review is required for all development in the R-14 zone.
The project would be exempt from Site Plan Review if the proposal is a SEPA exempt
development.
10. Permit Requirements: The proposal would require a building permit. Detailed
information regarding permits can be found on the City’s Permit Center website. The City
now requires electronic plan submittal for all applications.
11. Impact Fees: In addition to the applicable building and construction fees, impact fees
would be required. Fees change periodically and the fees in effect at the time of building
permit issuance would apply. For informational purposes, the 2024 impact fees are as
follows:
• A Fire impact fee $421.98 per each new single-family (detached dwellings &
duplexes).;
• A transportation impact fee $6,987.79 per each new townhouse unit.;
• Renton School District Impact Fee $4,257.00 per each new duplex. (+5%
administrative fee) unless an exemption can be made under RMC 4-1-190.I.1.a; and
• Parks Impact Fee currently assessed at $2,659.70 per each new multi-family:
duplexes..
A handout listing all of the City’s Development related fees is available for your review at
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=8217302&dbid=0&repo=Cityo
fRenton
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14. Next Steps: When the formal application materials are complete, the applicant shall have
the materials pre-screened prior to submitting the complete application package. Please
contactMariah Kerrihard, Assistant Planner, at 425-430-7238 or
mkerrihard@rentonwa.gov to submit prescreen materials and subsequent land use
application.
15. Expiration: It is the applicant’s responsibility to monitor the expiration dates.