HomeMy WebLinkAboutDOE 09_ERC Determination and Mitigation MeasuresDEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057
www.rentonwa.gov
NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
ISSUANCE OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE -MITIGATED (DNS-M)
POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
DNS-M: After review of the completed environmental checklist and other information on file, the City of Renton
Environmental Review Committee (ERC) has determined that the proposed action has probable significant
impacts that can be mitigated through mitigation measures. This DNS-M is issued after using the optional DNS
process in WAC 197-11-355. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW
43.21C.030(2)(c). Please note that the issuance of this determination DOES NOT constitute approval of the
proposal.
DATE OF NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION:
June 25, 2025
PROJECT NAME/NUMBER: May Creek South Trail, LUA25-000091, ECF, SSDP,
CU-H, V-H, MOD / PR25-000001
PROJECT LOCATION: 4260 Lake Washington Blvd (APN 3224059109)
APPLICANT/PROJECT CONTACT
PERSON:
Jason Lederer / City of Renton, 1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 /
jlederer@rentonwa.gov
LOCATION WHERE APPLICATION
MAY BE REVIEWED:
Applicant documents are available online through the City of Renton
Document Center website. See also https://rb.gy/54t9d5
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) review, Shoreline Substantial
Development Permit, Shoreline Conditional Use Permit, Shoreline Variance and Street Standards Modification to
construct an ADA-accessible trail along the south side of May Creek that includes 2 viewpoints, multiple
boardwalk sections over delineated wetlands, and a bridge crossing that spans the 100-year floodplain at 4260
Lake Washington Blvd, Renton, WA 98056 (APN 3224059109). The 8.21-acre parcel is located in the Residential-6
(R-6) zoning district and is designated Residential Medium Density (RMD) in the Comprehensive Plan. The site is
currently used as a Public Park. Frontage improvements are proposed along Lake Washington Blvd N. A modified
street standard is requested to remove the required street tree planter strip due to the presence of steep slopes
within the project vicinity. According to City of Renton (COR) Maps, the site is mapped with moderate landslide
hazard areas, sensitive slopes, protected slopes, a high seismic hazard area, wetlands, a stream (May Creek), and
a 100 year floodplain and floodway associated with May Creek. May Creek is classified as a Shoreline of the State,
the project site is located within reach B of May Creek (MC-B) and is within the Urban Conservancy Environment
Designation.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on July 7, 2025.
Appeals must be submitted electronically to the City Clerk at cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or delivered to City Hall 1st
floor Lobby Hub Monday through Friday. The appeal fee, normally due at the time an appeal is submitted, will be
collected at a future date if your appeal is submitted electronically. The appeal submitted in person may be paid
on the first floor in our Finance Department. Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and
additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office,
cityclerk@rentonwa.gov.
PUBLIC HEARING: If the Environmental Determination is appealed, an appeal public hearing will be set and all
parties of record will be duly notified in accordance with RCW 43.21C.110 and WAC 197-11-535.
CONTACT PROJECT PLANNER: Jill Ding, Senior Planner, 425-430-6598, jding@rentonwa.gov
ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION
OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE -MITIGATED (DNS-M)
Project File Numbers: LUA25-000091, SSDP, CUP-H, V-H, ECF, MOD/PR25-000033
Project Name: May Creek Trail South
Applicant/Contact: Jason Lederer, City of Renton, 1055 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057
Project Location: 4260 Lake Washington Blvd N, Renton, WA 98056 (APN 3224059109)
Project Description: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) review, Shoreline Substantial
Development Permit, Shoreline Conditional Use Permit, Shoreline Variance, and Street Standards Modification to
construct an ADA-accessible trail along the south side of May Creek that includes two (2) viewpoints, multiple
boardwalk sections over delineated wetlands, and a bridge crossing that spans the 100-year floodplain at 4260 Lake
Washington Blvd, Renton, WA 98056 (APN 3224059109). The 8.21-acre parcel is located in the Residential-6 (R-6)
zoning district and is designated Residential Medium Density (RMD) in the Comprehensive Plan. The site currently
contains vegetation and is currently used as a public park. Frontage improvements are proposed along Lake
Washington Blvd N. A modified street standard is requested to remove the required street tree planter strip due to
the presence of steep slopes within the project vicinity. According to City of Renton (COR) Maps, the site is mapped
with moderate landslide hazard areas, sensitive slopes, protected slopes, a high seismic hazard area, wetlands, a
stream (May Creek), and a 100-year floodplain and floodway associated with May Creek. May Creek is classified as
a Shoreline of the State. The project site is located within reach B of May Creek (MC-B) and is within the Urban
Conservancy Environment Designation.
Lead Agency: City of Renton
Environmental Review Committee
Department of Community & Economic Development
Date of Decision: June 23, 2025
Mitigation Measures:
1.Construction on the project site shall comply with the recommendations of the submitted Geotechnical
Report, prepared by PanGEO, Inc., dated March 3, 2023, and any future addenda.
2.When feasible, any wood from onsite tree removal shall be reused onsite.
3.If any Native American grave(s) or archaeological/cultural resources (Indian artifacts) are found, all
construction activity shall stop and the owner/developer shall immediately notify the City of Renton
planning department, concerned Tribes’ cultural committees, and the Washington State Department of
Archaeology and Historic Preservation.
The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee has determined that probable significant environmental
impacts from the proposed project can be mitigated. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required
under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). Conditions were imposed as mitigation measures by the Environmental Review
Committee under their authority of Section 4-9-070D Renton Municipal Code. These conditions are necessary to
mitigate environmental impacts identified during the environmental review process. Because other agencies of
jurisdiction may be involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on July 7, 2025.
Appeals must be submitted electronically to the City Clerk at cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or delivered to City Hall 1st
floor Lobby Hub Monday through Friday. The appeal fee, normally due at the time an appeal is submitted, will be
collected at a future date if your appeal is submitted electronically. The appeal submitted in person may be paid on
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Environmental Review Committee Determination
June 23, 2025
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SIGNATURES:
Martin Pastucha, Administrator
Public Works, Chair
Date Anjela Barton, Fire Marshal
Renton Regional Fire Authority
Date
Maryjane Van Cleave, Administrator
Parks and Recreation
Date Gina Estep, Administrator Date
Community and Economic Development
the first floor in our Finance Department. Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and
additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office,
cityclerk@rentonwa.gov.
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