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HomeMy WebLinkAboutECF_Enviromental_Checklist_250317_v1SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 1 (WAC 197-11-960) SEPA1 Environmental Checklist Purpose of checklist Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization, or compensatory mitigation measures will address the prob able significant impacts or if an environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal. Instructions for applicants This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use “not applicable” or “does not apply” only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision-making process. The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact. Instructions for lead agencies Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to evaluate the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents. Use of checklist for nonproject proposals For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable parts of sections A and B, plus the Supplemental Sheet for Nonproject Actions (Part D). Please completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead agency may exclude (for non - projects) questions in “Part B: Environmental Elements” that do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal. 1 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/Checklist-guidance SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 2 (WAC 197-11-960) A. Background Find help answering background questions2 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Oakesdale Avenue Southwest Storm System Project 2. Name of applicant: Casey Jeszeck, City of Renton, Public Works Department-Surface Water Utility 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, (425) 430-7323 4. Date checklist prepared: 2/24/2025 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton Public Works Department 6. Proposed timing of schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Construction set to begin June 2025 and last approximately 4 weeks. 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. There are no future actions associated with this project. 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. No environmental reports have been prepared for this project. 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. There are no current governmental approvals or other proposals pending for properties covered by this proposal. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. The following permits/approvals may be required for this project: • Civil Construction Permit, City of Renton 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) 2 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-A-Background SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 3 (WAC 197-11-960) The purpose of the Oakesdale Ave SW Storm System Project is to improve conveyance, replace aging and deteriorated pipes, and improve maintenance access. The project proposes to install a new 18” stormwater main within the right of way of Oakesdale Ave SW which allow bypassing and abandonment of existing conveyance pipes which have been shown via CCTV investigation to be in poor condition. One segment of th e existing storm main to be abandoned extends across the front yard of 301 Oakesdale Ave SW and does not allow access for repair and maintenance. This abandonment will not have an impact on the property as the pipe can be accessed from manhole structures upstream and downstream of the pipe. No work on private property requiring any easements is proposed. All existing collection structures in the project area will be connected to the new stormwater main extending southwest on Oakesdale Ave SW. As a part of the project, pedestrian mobility at the intersection of Oakesdale Ave SW and Sunset Blvd will be improved by replacing segments of uneven and severely cracked sidewalk and replacing two curb ramps to meet accessibility standards. A half street grind and overlay will be performed per City standards to restore existing roadway as part of site restoration.Existing site conditions consist of two‐lane residential streets with asphalt roadway pavement 23 to 34 feet in width and 4‐foot wide concrete sidewalks on the west side of the roadway with curb and gutter and a vegetated swale on the east side of the street. The opposing cross‐slopes of the asphalt pavement and concrete sidewalk re sults in a gutter that directs runoff west along Oakesdale Ave SW to catch basins and east to the vegetated swale. A high point exists midway along the length of the street as it curves which divides the project into two small catchments and directs stormwater to the west and to the south to separate storm structures. The captured runoff from these two small catchments recombines within the project area. In most areas, private landscaping (grass and shrubs) or driveways occupy the area between the back of sidewalk and the right‐of‐ way line. The proposed project will maintain the two‐lane residential streets. As a part of the project access to pedestrian walks and curb ramps is being improved. Segments of failing sidewalk to the south of Oakesdale Ave SW and two curb ramps will be replaced which meet accessibility standards. Curbs and gutters will be replaced al ong with pedestrian walks where required. A half street grind and overlay will be performed per City standards to restore existing roadway prior to project closeout. 12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. The project is located within the Black River drainage basin and Duwamish – Green River Watershed. The Black River discharges into the Duwamish River. The project area consists SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 4 (WAC 197-11-960) of public right‐of‐way along Oakesdale Ave SW, from SR 900 / Sunset Blvd to SW 3rd Pl project is within Section 13 Township 23 Range 4 S. B. Environmental Elements 1. Earth Find help answering earth questions3 a. General description of the site: Circle or highlight one: Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? The slope along the alignment of the proposed pipe varies from 6% to 8%. c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them, and note any agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. Soils in the project area are mapped by the Natural Resources Convention Service as Urban land-Beausite complex, a typically well-drained gravelly and sandy loam soil with moderately high to high permeability underlain with sandstone or bedrock. The soil has minor components of Alderwood and Mckenna soil groups. Subsurface exploration is in progress and will help inform the final design. The geotechnical report will be provided to the contractor during construction upon request. d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. There are no indications of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity. e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. All grading and earthwork onsite will be performed as necessary for utility trenching and replacing existing sidewalk features to match existing grade. Excavated material will be hauled off site for disposal and adequate imported borrow material will be used for backfill. Excavation quantities are estimated as follows: • Cut = 380 cubic yards • Fill = 330 cubic yards f. Could erosion occur because of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. 3 https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist- guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-earth SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 5 (WAC 197-11-960) The risk of any erosion on this project is very limited due to the lack of exposed soils. The project will consist of trenching in asphalt covered streets so erosion is not likely to occur. Typical erosion control measures identified in 1. h. (below) will be used to mitigate potential impacts. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? 100% of the project area consists of asphalt roadways and concrete sidewalks and is as such by nature impervious. Trenches with asphalt pavement and as such construction will not change the percentage of impervious surface in the project area. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any. Typical erosion control measures such as storm grate inlet protection and covering any exposed soil stockpiles, as specified in the King County Surface Water Design Manual, will be used. 2. Air Find help answering air questions4 a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction, operation, and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. During construction activities, there may be a small increase in exhaust emissions from construction vehicles and equipment, and a temporary increase in fugitive dust due to sediment removal. This increase in dust would be localized and temporary. Emissions from construction vehicles, as well as emissions from construction workers’ vehicles, would contribute greenhouse gases to the atmosphere during this period. b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. There are no off-site sources of emissions or odors that would affect the project. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: Measures that could be incorporated during construction to minimize impacts to air quality include: • Spray exposed soil and storage areas with water during dry periods. • Remove particulate matter deposited on paved, public roads and sidewalks to reduce mud and dust; sweep and wash streets frequently to reduce emissions. • Equip construction equipment with appropriate emission controls. 4 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-Air SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 6 (WAC 197-11-960) • Comply with the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (PSCAA) regulations to control odorous emissions so as to prevent undue interference with nearby uses. 3. Water Find help answering water questions5 a. Surface: Find help answering surface water questions6 1. Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. There are no surface water bodies on or in the immediate vicinity of the site. The closest waterbody is Springbrook Creek, a tributary to the Green River, which is located approximately 0.5-mile away. 2. Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. The project would not require any work with 200 feet of any water way. 3. Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. No fill and dredge material would be placed or removed from surface water or wetlands. 4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give a general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. The project would not require any surface water withdrawals or diversions. 5. Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. According to FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Map this project is not located in a 100 - year flood plain (FEMA, 2020). 6. Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. No surface waters are within or adjacent to the project area and the project will not discharge any waste materials to surface waters. 5 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-3-Water 6 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-3-Water/Environmental- elements-Surface-water SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 7 (WAC 197-11-960) b. Ground: Find help answering ground water questions7 1. Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the well. Will water be discharged to groundwater? Give a general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. No groundwater would be withdrawn for drinking water or other purposes. 2. Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals…; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. No waste materials would be discharged into the ground from septic tanks of other sources. c. Water Runoff (including stormwater): 1. Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. Sources of surfaces runoff include stormwater captured by residential buildings and property, sidewalks, planter strips, and roadways. This runoff is captured by roadway gutters and catch basins and conveyed downstream in a piped conveyance system Stormwater within the existing conveyance system through the project site will be routed to a new section of stormwater main which will connect back to the existing storm system at the intersection of Oakesdale Ave SW and SW Sunset Blvd. 2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. No waste materials would be discharged into the ground as a result of this project. 3. Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. The proposed project does not alter existing drainage patterns. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any: There are no such proposed measures. The project will not change the amount of storm water collected. 7 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-3-Water/Environmental- elements-Groundwater SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 8 (WAC 197-11-960) 4. Plants Find help answering plants questions a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: ☒ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other ☐ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other ☒ shrubs ☒ grass ☐ pasture ☐ crop or grain ☐ orchards, vineyards, or other permanent crops. ☐ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other ☐ water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other ☐ other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? None c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. There are no known listed plant species on or near the project site. The site is urban and does not provide suitable habitats for listed plants. d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any. No proposed landscaping or planting will be done as a part of this project. All existing vegetation will be preserved to the maximum extent feasible. e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. There are no noxious weeds or invasive species known to be on or near the site (King County, 2025). 5. Animals Find help answering animal questions8 a. List any birds and other animals that have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. Examples include: • Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: 8 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-5-Animals SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 9 (WAC 197-11-960) • Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: • Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: The site is located in an urbanized area and as such it is assumed that miscellaneous mammals such as mice, squirrels, dogs and cats may be present . . b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. There are no state or federally-listed animal species on or near the project site (WDFW, 2019). c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. The project site, along with the entire Puget Sound region, is located within the Pacific Flyway, which is a flight corridor for migrating waterfowl and other birds. The Pacific Flyway extends south from Alaska to Mexico and South America. No portions of t he proposed project would interfere with or alter the Pacific Flyway. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any. Impacts to wildlife are not anticipated as a result of the project; therefore, measures have not been proposed. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. Rodents such as rats and raccoon are likely present in the project area. 6. Energy and natural resources Find help answering energy and natural resource questions9 a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. The completed project would not require any additional energy. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. The project would not affect solar energy use by adjacent properties. c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any. Because the project does not require the use of energy beyond construction, energy conservation measures have not been developed. 7. Environmental health Health Find help with answering environmental health questions10 9 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-6-Energy-natural-resou 10 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-7-Environmental-health SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 10 (WAC 197-11-960) a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur because of this proposal? If so, describe. With any construction project, there is the risk of potential construction related spills or leaks. This project would face similar risks, but all risks would be well within the range of typical construction projects. BMPs and mitigation measures will be implemented to minimize risk. No toxic chemicals would be used or stored at the construction sites, other than fuels and other construction-related fluids. Existing information does not indicate the presence of contaminated soils within the project area. 1. Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. No known contaminated sites are located in the areas that will be disturbed as part of construction. 2. Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity. 3. The proposed storm pipe may cross under several natural gas residential service lines. The contractor will take measure to protect and temporarily support these gas lines during construction in order to avoid a leak. 4. Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating life of the project. Fuels and motor oil will be used for the equipment during construction. The completed project will not require the use of any hazardous chemicals. 5. Describe special emergency services that might be required. Emergency services are not anticipated to be required during project construction. However, since this project is located in a residential area, emergency services will be notified about the project prior to its construction. In addition, construction vehicles will not block any driveways or roads in the event that emergency services are required in the project vicinity. 6. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any. As described in 7a above, applicable measures would be followed to minimize the release of any hazardous materials, if encountered, and a Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure plan will be approved prior to construction. b. Noise 1. What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? None SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 11 (WAC 197-11-960) 2. What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site)? Short-term noise levels will increase due to typical construction activities, primarily temporary operation of construction equipment. Work will occur during day time, week day hours only. 3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Construction work would be limited to typical work day and work week hours. Nighttime and weekend work is not anticipated. The City of Renton only permits noise generating construction activities to occur between the hours of 7:00 am – 9:00 pm Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Saturdays and prohibited on Sundays (City of Renton, 2019a). Additionally, construction equipment will have mufflers and exhaust systems in good operating condition. 8. Land and shoreline use Find help answering land and shoreline use questions11 a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe. The project site consists of asphalt streets and concrete sidewalks in the right of way. The project site is predominantly surrounded by single family residences. The project will not affect the nearby or adjacent properties. b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses because of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated, how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or nonforest use? The site has not been used as working farmlands or forest lands. 1. Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and harvesting? If so, how? The project would neither affect or be affected by working farm or forest land operations. c. Describe any structures on the site. None d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? No structures would be demolished as a result of the project. 11 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-8-Land-shoreline-use SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 12 (WAC 197-11-960) e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? The current zoning classification of the site is Residential 8 du/ac (R8) (City of Renton, 2015b). f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? The current comprehensive plan designation of the surrounding area is Residential Low Density (City of Renton, 2015a). The site itself is in the city right-of-way. g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? The project site is not within a regulated shoreline. h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. A portion of the project area adjacent to the intersection of Oakesdale Ave SW and SR 900 is designated as a Seismic Hazard Area. (City of Renton, 2019b). i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? None j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? The completed project would not displace any people. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any. Displacement would not occur as a result of this project; therefore, no mitigation measures are required. l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any. The proposal is replacing existing stormwater conveyance in an existing roadway, it is compatible with existing and proposed land uses. m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: There are no agricultural or forest lands in the project vicinity. 9. Housing Find help answering housing questions12 a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. No housing units would be provided by this project. b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. 12 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-9-Housing SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 13 (WAC 197-11-960) No housing units will be eliminated by this project. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: No housing impacts would occur, so no mitigation is required. 10. Aesthetics Find help answering aesthetics questions13 a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? No new buildings are proposed as a result of this project. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? None c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any : Not applicable. 11. Light and glare Find help answering light and glare questions14 a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? The proposed project would not create any additional light or glare. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? The project would not produce any light or glare that would be a safety hazard or interfere with views. c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? There are no offsite sources of light or glare that would affect the project. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: Light and glare impacts are not anticipated; therefore, mitigation measures are not required. 12. Recreation Find help answering recreation questions a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? There are no recreational opportunities in the immediate vicinity of the project site. 13 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-10-Aesthetics 14 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-11-Light-glare SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 14 (WAC 197-11-960) b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. The proposed project would not displace any recreational uses. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: Impacts to recreational resources are not anticipated; therefore, mitigation measures have not been developed. 13. Historic and cultural preservation Find help answering historic and cultural preservation questions15 a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over 45 years old listed in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers? If so, specifically describe. No building or structures within the area of potential effect (APE) are eligible for listing in the national, state or local preservation registers. b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to identify such resources. There are no archeological sites within 1.5 miles of the project site. No cultural survey is required for this project. c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of archeology and historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc. The City of Renton used Washington Information System for Architectural and Archeological Resources Data (WISAARD) in order to identify any recorded historic and previous cultural resource reviews for the project vicinity. No archeological or cultural historic sites were found within the project vicinity. d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. In the event that archaeological deposits are inadvertently discovered during construction in any portion of the project, ground-disturbing activities should be halted immediately in an area large enough to maintain integrity of the deposits. Appropriate treatment of the archaeological resources and/or human remains would be determined among these parties. 15 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-13-Historic-cultural-p SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 15 (WAC 197-11-960) 14. Transportation Find help with answering transportation questions16 a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. Streets affected by the proposed project include Oakesdale Ave SW, access to SR900 and SW 3rd Pl may be affected from Oakesdale Ave SW. b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? The project site is not served by transit. The nearest transit stop is located southeast of the project site on SR900. c. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle, or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). No. SW 3rd Pl and Oakesdale Ave SW will be patched with new asphalt. ted. Additionally, sections of curb, gutter, and sidewalk would be replaced. d. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. The proposed project will not use or occur within the immediate vicinity of water, rail, or air transportation. e. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? The completed project would not generate any additional vehicular trips. f. Will the proposal interfere with, affect, or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. The project will neither affect nor be affected by agricultural or forest product transportation. g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: The selected contractor will be required to prepare traffic control plans, designate a traffic control supervisor and provide signs and flaggers throughout construction. 16 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-B-Environmental-elements/Environmental-elements-14-Transportation SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 16 (WAC 197-11-960) 15. Public services Find help answering public service questions17 a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. The project would not result in a need for increased public services. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. Impacts to public services are not anticipated; therefore, mitigation measures have not been developed. 16. Utilities Find help answering utilities questions18 a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other: b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be needed. The project will replace a fire hydrant (Renton Water Utility). There are no additional utilities proposed for the project. C. Signature Find help about who should sign19 The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision. X Type name of signee: Position and agency/organization: Date submitted: 17 https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist- guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-15-public-services 18 https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist- guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-16-utilities 19 https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist- guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-C-Signature Casey Jeszeck Civil Engineer II, City of Renton Public Works 02/28/2025 SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 17 (WAC 197-11-960) D. Supplemental sheet for nonproject actions Find help for the nonproject actions worksheet20 Do not use this section for project actions. Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list of the elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms. 1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? Not applicable • Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: Not applicable 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? Not applicable • Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: Not applicable 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? Not applicable • Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: Not applicable 4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection, such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands? Not applicable • Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: Not applicable 20 https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist- guidance/sepa-checklist-section-d-non-project-actions SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 18 (WAC 197-11-960) 5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans ? Not applicable • Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: Not applicable 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? Not applicable • Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: Not applicable 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. Not applicable SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 19 (WAC 197-11-960) References City of Renton, 2015a. Comprehensive Planning Land Use Map. https://rentonwa.gov/UserFiles/Servers/Server_7922657/File/City%20Hall/Administrati ve%20Services/Information%20Technology/GIS/Comprehensive%20Landuse%20Plan.pd f. Accessed January 15, 2025. City of Renton, 2015b. Zoning. https://rentonwa.gov/UserFiles/Servers/Server_7922657/File/City%20Hall/Administrati ve%20Services/Information%20Technology/GIS/Zoning.pdf. Accessed January 15, 2025. 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