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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRE25-000041_Staff CommentsDEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Planning Division | 1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057 | 425-430-7200 |www.rentonwa.gov PREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR Varma 3-Lot Short Plat 13014 156th Ave SE (APN 3664500185) PRE 25-000041 March 13, 2025 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 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: March 4, 2025 TO: Mariah Kerrihard, Associate Planner FROM: Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector SUBJECT: Varma Short Plat 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 by King County Water District 90. 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 unit. This fee is paid at building permit issuance. No charge/fee for the existing home that will be retained. 3. Fire department apparatus access roadways are required to be a minimum of 20 feet wide and 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. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE: March 13, 2025 TO: Mariah Kerrihard, Associate Planner FROM: Nathan Janders, Development Engineering Manager SUBJECT: Varma 3-Lot Short Plat 13014 156th Ave SE PRE25-000041 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) 3664500185. The following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of Renton by the applicant. Water 1. Water service is provided by King County Water District 90. 2. Applicant shall obtain a water availability certificate from the District and provide it with the land use application. 3. Review of the water plans will be conducted by King County Water District 90 and the Renton Regional Fire Authority. 4. Plans approved by King County Water District 90 shall be routed to the City for final review prior to construction permit issuance. Sanitary Sewer 1. The project is within the City of Renton’s sanitary sewer service area. 2. There is an 8-inch gravity wastewater main located in NE 156th Ave SE (see record drawing S- 399902). 3. Individual sewer stubs from the sewer main and individual side sewers are required for each lot. All new sewer stubs shall conform to the standards in RMC 4-6-040 and City of Renton Standard Details. The property is serviced with three sewer stubs, one is in use by the existing residence, the other two are capped at the property line (see record drawing R-425303). 4. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject development. 5. 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 2023 Development Fees Document on the City’s website. Fees will be charged based on the rate at the time of construction permit issuance. • The current sewer SDC fee is $4,0250.00 per 1-inch meter. • This project is located within the Central Plateau Area SAD. The SAD has reached its maximum assessment and is $538.48 per lot. • SDC and SAD fees have been paid for one residence as a part of B21000376. SDC and SAD fees will be required for the two additional proposed residences. • Final determination of applicable fees will be made after the water meter size has been determined. • The full fee schedule can be found at: https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=11438465&dbid=0&repo=Cityof Renton Surface Water 1. There is an existing 12-inch storm main along the east side of 156th Ave SE that conveys runoff from the north to south (see record drawing R-425303). 2. Drainage plans and a drainage report complying with the adopted 2022 Renton Surface Water Design Manual may 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 Flood Problem Flow Control Standard area, which includes matching the Existing Site Conditions for the 100-year Peaks in addition to adherence to the Flow Control Duration Standard Matching Forested site conditions. The site falls within the Lower Cedar River drainage basin and the Orting Hills sub-basin. 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. a. The proposal would disturb BMP’s installed for the existing residence under permit B21000376. The applicant will need to provide an equivalent level of implementation. 6. 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. 7. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided. 8. The development falls within the R-4 zone which has a maximum impervious surface area of 50% per lot, and maximum building coverage of 35% per lot. 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 for a single family residence is $2,350 per lot. • SDC fees have been paid for one residence as a part of B21000376. SDC fees will be required for the two additional proposed residences. • The full fee schedule can be found at: https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=11438465&dbid=0&repo=Cityof Renton Transportation 1. Per City code 4-6-060 frontage improvements are required for new construction in excess of $175,000. The proposed project fronts 156th Ave SE to the west, and private property on all other sides. • 156th Ave SE is classified as a Minor Arterial street with an existing right-of-way (ROW) width of approximately 65.5 feet, however, the ROW is not centered and 35.5 feet from ROW centerline front the proposed site. To meet the City’s complete street standards for Minor Arterial streets the minimum ROW width is 91 feet. Per RMC 4-6-060 half street improvements would include a pavement width of 54 feet (27 feet from centerline) a 0.5 foot curb, 8 foot planting strip, 8 foot sidewalk, street trees and storm drainage improvements. Dedication of approximately 15.5 feet would be required. i. However, the City has determined that a 71 foot ROW including a three lane street with bike lanes, no parking, is applicable to this section of 156th Ave SE. Therefore the City will support a modification to include a paved roadway width of 44 feet (22 feet from centerline consisting of 2- 5 foot bike lanes, 2- 11 foot travel lanes and 1- 12 foot center turn lane), a 0.5 foot curb, an 8 foot planting strip, a 5 foot sidewalk, street trees and storm drainage improvements. 1. The existing street frontage is consistent with the above described improvements. 2. A shared driveway is allowed for access up to 4 lots provided at least one of the four lots abuts a public right-of-way with at least fifty linear feet of frontage and the subject lots are not created by a subdivision of ten or more lots. Refer to the shared driveway requirements as outlined in RMC 4-6- 060.J. Shared driveways shall be within a tract; the width of the tract and paved surface shall be a minimum of sixteen feet; the Fire Authority may require the tract and paved surface to be up to twenty feet wide. If a shared driveway abuts properties that are not part of the subdivision an eight foot wide landscaped strip shall be provided between the shared driveway and neighboring properties. 3. Undergrounding of all existing utilities is required on all frontages per RMC 4-6-090. 4. Street lighting is not required for a project consisting of 4 or less units. 5. Paving and trench restoration within the City of Renton right of way shall comply with the City’s Trench Restoration and Street Overlay Requirements. 6. The development is subject to transportation impact fees. Fees will be charged based on the rate at the time of building permit issuance. • The 2025 transportation impact fee is $11,485.67 per single family home. • Transportation impact fees have been paid for one residence as a part of B21000376. Transportation impact fees will be required for the two additional proposed residences. • The full fee schedule can be found at: https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=11438465&dbid=0&repo=Cityof Renton 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 2025 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. CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre- Applications\2025\PRE25-000041 DATE: March 13, 2025 TO: Pre-Application File No. 25-000041 FROM: Mariah Kerrihard, Associate Planner SUBJECT: Varma 3-Lot Short Plat – 13014 156th Ave SE (APN 3664500185) 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 subdivide the existing parcel into three (3) separate residential lots for the benefit of detached dwellings. An existing single-family residence is proposed to be retained on the site. The project site is located at 13014 156th Ave SE (APN 3664500185) and encompasses 45,881 square feet (1.05 acres). The site has a Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation of Residential Low Density, is within the Residential-4 (R-4) zoning designation, and the East Plateau community planning area. The proposed lot sizes range from 11,171 square feet to 18,530 square feet. Access to the proposed lots was shown on the site plan as a shared driveway within Tract A. According to City of Renton (COR) maps, there are no identified critical areas. Current Use: The project site is currently developed with an existing single-family residence. A building permit (B2100376) was issued on May 24, 2023, for construction of the detached dwelling on the property. 1. Zoning /Land Use Designation, and Overlays: The subject property is located within the Residential-4 (R-4) zoning classification. The Residential Low Density Land Use designation is intended to implement the R-4 zone. The R-4 zone is established to promote urban single family residential neighborhoods serviceable by urban utilities and containing open space amenities. The R-4 designation serves as a transition between rural designation zones and higher density residential zones. It is intended as an intermediate lower density residential zone. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M Varma 3-Lot Short Plat Page 2 of 7 March 12, 2025 CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre- Applications\2025\PRE25-000041 Detached dwellings are permitted within the Residential-4 (R-4) 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-4 standards” herein). Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth – The minimum lot size required in the R-4 zone is 9,000 square feet for parcels being subdivided. Minimum lot width is 70 feet (70); minimum lot width for corner lots is 80 feet (80’); minimum lot depth is 100 feet (100’). Lot 1 11,973 square feet with a lot width of approximately 87.5 feet and a lot depth of 133.1 feet. Lot 2 11,171 square feet with a lot depth of 84 feet and a lot depth of 133 feet. Lot 3 18,530 square feet with a lot width of 113.7 feet and a lot depth of 161 feet. Based on the submitted site plan the proposed lots appear to comply with the required minimum lot size, width and depth for the R-4 zone. Detailed information is required at the Short Plat submittal to confirm compliance with lot width, depth, and size requirements. The submitted plans would need to show compliance with the required lot size and dimensional standard with the land use application. Lot Coverage – The maximum building coverage permitted in the R-4 zone is 35% of the lot area. The maximum impervious surface coverage in the R-4 zone is 50 percent (50%). New development would need to comply with the maximum building coverage and impervious surface requirements of the zone at the time of building permit review. Existing development proposed for retention would also be required to comply with lot coverage limitations and would be reviewed for compliance at the time of land use application. Setbacks – Setbacks are the minimum required distance between the building footprint and the property line and any private access easement or tract. For through lots, corner lots, and lots without street frontage, the front yard will be determined by the Planning Division Director. Minimum Front Yard 30 ft. Minimum Secondary Front Yard 30 ft. Minimum Freeway Frontage Setback 10 ft. landscaped setback from the property line. Minimum Rear Yard 25 ft. Minimum Side Yard Combined 20 ft. with not less than 7.5 ft. on either side. Clear Vision Area In no case shall a structure over 42 in. in height intrude into the 20 ft. clear vision area defined in RMC 4-11-030. Varma 3-Lot Short Plat Page 3 of 7 March 12, 2025 CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre- Applications\2025\PRE25-000041 Compliance with the required setbacks for new development would be verified at the time of the building permit application. Existing development proposed for retention would be reviewed for compliance at the time of the land use application. Building Height – The maximum wall plate height is restricted to 32 feet (32’), 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. Building height shall not exceed the maximum allowed by the subject zoning district or the maximum allowed pursuant to RMC 4-3-020, Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions, whichever is less. New development would need to comply with the maximum building height regulations of the zone at the time of building permit review. Screening – All operating equipment located on the roof of any building shall be enclosed so as to be screened from public view in accordance with the requirements outline under RMC 4-4-095. The land use application will need to include elevations and details for the proposed methods of screening, if necessary. 3. Landscaping: Except for 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, with a mix of trees, shrubs, and groundcover. Where there is insufficient right-of-way space or no public frontage, street trees are required in the front yard subject to approval of the Administrator. A minimum of two (2) trees are to be located in the front yard prior to final inspection. Please refer to landscape regulations (RMC 4-4-070) for further general and specific landscape requirements. 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. A conceptual landscape plan shall be provided with the land use application as prepared by a licensed Landscape Architect, a certified nurseryman or other certified professional. All landscaping shall meet the requirements of RMC 4-4-070, Landscaping. 4. Significant Tree Retention: 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 Varma 3-Lot Short Plat Page 4 of 7 March 12, 2025 CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre- Applications\2025\PRE25-000041 RMC 4-8-120. The tree retention plan must show preservation of at least 30% of significant trees. A review of COR Maps appears to show that there are mature trees on the site. Please refer to RMC 4-4-130, Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations for further general and specific tree retention and land clearing requirements. In addition to retaining a minimum of 30% of existing significant trees, properties subject to an active land development permit shall comply with minimum tree credit retention requirements of a minimum of 30 credits per net acre. Tree credits encourage retention of existing significant trees with larger trees being worth more tree credits. The Administrator may authorize the planting of replacement trees on the site if it can be demonstrated to the Administrator's satisfaction that an insufficient number of trees can be retained. 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: 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 Varma 3-Lot Short Plat Page 5 of 7 March 12, 2025 CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre- Applications\2025\PRE25-000041 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 an 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. The submitted site plan does not identify any existing trees on the subject property. 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/planting plan and tree retention and tree credit worksheet prepared by an arborist or landscape architect would be reviewed at the time of the land use application. 5. Fences/Retaining Walls: The applicant would be required to show all existing fencing on the submitted drawings. If the applicant intends to install any new fences or retaining walls as part of this project, the location must be designated on the landscape plan or grading 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. 6. Residential Design and Open Space Standards: Future single-family building permits 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. Compliance with building design requirements would be verified at the time of building permit review. 7. Access/Parking: Access is proposed via a shared driveway from 156th Ave SE. Each lot is required to accommodate off-street parking for a minimum of two (2) vehicles. 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. Driveways shall not Varma 3-Lot Short Plat Page 6 of 7 March 12, 2025 CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre- Applications\2025\PRE25-000041 be closer than five feet (5’) to any property line except as allowed per RMC 4-4-080I.9, Joint Use Driveways. Shared driveways may be allowed for access to no more than four (4) residentially zoned lots, and no more than four (4) residential units, the types of which are listed in RMC 4- 2-060C, provided: a. At least one lot abuts a public right-of-way and the street frontage of the lot is equal to or greater than the lot width requirement of the zone; b. The subject lots are not created by a subdivision of ten (10) or more lots; c. A public street is not anticipated by the City of Renton to be necessary for existing or future traffic and/or pedestrian circulation through the short subdivision or to serve adjacent property; d. The shared driveway would not adversely affect future circulation to neighboring properties; e. The shared driveway is no more than three hundred feet (300') in length; and f. The shared driveway poses no safety risk and provides sufficient access for emergency vehicles and personnel. Dead-end streets longer than 150 feet require an approved turnaround. Hammerhead- type turnarounds are permitted for dead-end streets up to 300 feet long. The applicant would need to request a variance from the Renton Fire Authority based on the proposal. Compliance with street access standards for the R-4 zone would be verified at the time of the formal Short Plat application. Compliance with parking, driveway spacing, safety, and design standards per RMC 4-4-080 and RMC 4-6-060 would be required at the time of formal application. 8. Critical Areas: Per COR Maps there are no critical areas or associated buffers on the property. It is the applicant’s responsibility to confirm if any additional critical areas are present on the site prior to submitting a formal land use application. 9. Environmental Review: The proposal would be exempt from Environmental (SEPA) Review in accordance with WAC 197-11-800(2)(f). Short Plats are generally exempt from the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) review. However, the project may be subject to Environmental Review, in accordance with RMC 4-9-070H.3., if it is determined that critical areas are located on the property. 10. 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. 11. Permit Requirements: The proposed project would require administrative short plat approval. The land use review would include public notice and a two-week public comment period. The land use permits would be processed within an estimated time frame of 6-8 weeks. The application fees are as follows $6,581 ($6,268 Preliminary Short Plat + $313.40 Technology Fee (5%) = $6,581). Each modification request is $299.00. A Varma 3-Lot Short Plat Page 7 of 7 March 12, 2025 CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre- Applications\2025\PRE25-000041 5% technology fee added to the total cost of the reviews would also be assessed at the time of the land use application. All fees are subject to change. Detailed information regarding the land use permit application submittal requirements can be found on the Short Plat Submittal Requirements checklist. Other informational applications and handouts can be found on the City’s Digital Records Library. The City requires electronic plan submittal for all applications. Please refer to the City’s Electronic File Standards. A building permit must be obtained to build buildings and structures. A Construction Permit must be obtained to install utility lines, transportation improvements and undertake work in City rights-of-ways. Building and Construction Permits are separate permits. 12. Public Information Sign: Public Information Signs are required for a Short Plat application. as classified by RMC 4-8-080. Public Information Signs are intended to inform the public of potential land development, specific permits/actions being considered by the City, and to facilitate timely and effective public participation in the review process. The applicant must follow the specifications provided in the public information sign handout. The applicant is solely responsible for the construction, installation, maintenance, removal, and any costs associated with the sign. 13. 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 2025 impact fees are as follows: • A Transportation Impact Fee assessed at $11,485.67 per each new detached dwelling unit. • A Parks Impact Fee assessed at $3,276.44 per each new detached dwelling unit. • A Fire Impact Fee assessed at $421.98 per each new detached dwelling unit. • An Issaquah School District Impact Fee assessed at $4,728 (plus a 5% processing charge) per each new detached dwelling unit. 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=City ofRenton 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 contact Mariah Kerrihard, Associate Planner, at 425-430-7238 or mkerrihard@rentonwa.gov to submit prescreen materials and subsequent land use application. 15. Expiration: Upon approval, the Short Plat is valid for five (5) years with a possible one- year extension (RMC 4-7-070M). It is the applicant’s responsibility to monitor the expiration dates.