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HomeMy WebLinkAboutECF_SEPA_CHECKLIST_20250829_V1.pdfSEPA 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 probable 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 s ome 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: Saleh Foundation Center 2. Name of applicant: Muhammad Faisal 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: 4024 Jones Ave NE Renton, WA 98056 (206) 778-8323 4. Date checklist prepared: August 1, 2025 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton 6. Proposed timing of schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Construction anticipated to start upon the receipt of all required building and construction permits. This is estimated to occur in the Summer, 2027. 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. None at this time. 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Geotechnical Report: Cobalt Geosciences, LLC Wetland Assessment: Altmann Oliver Associates, LLC Arborist Report: Cascara Tree Consulting Level One Downstream Analysis: Site Design, LLC 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. None to our knowledge. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. SEPA Determination City of Renton 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) Site Plan Approval City of Renton Conditional Use Permit Approval City of Renton Final Civil Construction Permit Approval City of Renton Building Permit Approval City of Renton Other Customary Construction Related Permits City of Renton Construction General Stormwater Permit Department of Ecology 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 th ose answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) The applicant is seeking to construct a new 5-story (35,000 s.f.) mixed use building with onsite and offsite parking on 52,341 s.f. (1.202 acres) site with driveway access from Jones Ave NE. The project site consists of two parcels, tax parcel numbers 3345700080 and 3345700085. The buildable area is 14,876 s.f. (0.342 acres) after excluding wetland buffer and structure setback areas. Most of site are impacted by wetlands and wetland buffers and steep slopes near east property line. The proposed project will provide 20 parking stalls including 2 ADA stalls within the proposed building and an additional 42 stalls on neighboring Eastside Self Storage facility located at 4210 Jones Ave NE approximately 210 feet north of the site, sufficient to accommodate all community members while ensuring proper traffic flow and safety. The proposed building will be used for religious assembly and residential purposes where members of all ages and faiths can come together. Our vision for this project is to create a space that promotes spiritual growth, social cohesion, educational advancement, and community welfare. 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 requi red 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 at 4108 and 41XX Jones Ave NE in the NW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 32, Township 24 North, Range 5 East, City of Renton, Washington. B.Environmental Elements 1. Earth Find help answering earth questions3 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 4 (WAC 197-11-960) a. General description of the site: In general, the site is mostly level to slightly sloping downward to the west. There are local slope areas near the east property line extending downward to the west at magnitudes of 10 to 35 percent and relief of about 20 feet. Circle or highlight one: Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? There is local steepest slope near the east property line of about 35%. 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 proposa l results in removing any of these soils. The soils on the Site are mapped in the Soil Survey of King County, Washington, prepared by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service and has classified the Site as No-Norma sandy loam. Additionally, see attached Geotechnical Report dated October 11, 2023. Per Geotechnical report, the borings encountered approximately 6 inches of topsoil and vegetation or gravel underlain by about 4.5 feet of loose to medium dense, fine to medium grained sand with gravel and silt (Fill). This layer was underlain by approximately 13 feet of loose to medium dense, gravel with sand trace to with silt (Alluvium). This layer was underlain by dense to very dense, fine to medium grained sand trace to with gravel (Advance Outwash), which continued to the termination depths of the borings. d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. Per the City of Renton’s COR Maps, there are landslide hazard or seismic hazard areas on Site. The site topography slopes in multiple directions with significant steep slopes located on the eastern portion of the property. Topography and the geotechnical report suggest the potential for a landslide should be characterized as very low as it located in undevelopable portion of the site near east property line. 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. The purpose of the onsite and offsite grading will be to construct the utilities, frontage improvements on Jones Ave NE, access driveway and parking. Approximately 8 cubic yards of cut and 279 cubic yards of fill are computed for the Project. The net volume is approximately 271 cubic yards of fill. Fill needed in excess of onsite soil shall be imported from an approved source and shall be approved by Geotechnical Engineer. f. Could erosion occur because of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 5 (WAC 197-11-960) There could be a short-term increase in the potential for on-site erosion where soils are exposed during site preparation and construction; however, the Project will comply with all applicable erosion control measures, short term and long term. g. About what percentage of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Approximately 23% of the Site will be covered by impervious surfaces. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any. A temporary erosion control plan will be implemented at the appropriate time. Erosion control measures may include the following: hay bales, siltation fences, controlled surface grading, stabilized construction entrance, and other measures, which may be used in accordance with requirements of the City of Renton. 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. Short-term emissions will be typical of those associated with construction and site development activities. These may include dust and emissions from construction equipment. Long-term impacts will result from increased vehicle traffic. b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. Off-site sources of emissions or odors are those that are typical of residential neighborhoods. These will include automobile emissions from traffic on adjacent roadways and fireplace emissions from nearby homes. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any : The Washington Clean Air Act requires the use of all known, available, and reasonable means of controlling air pollution, including dust. Construction impacts will not be significant and could be controlled by measures such as washing truck wheels before exiting the site and maintaining gravel construction entrances. In addition, dirt -driving surfaces will be watered during extended dry periods to control dust. 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) 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. Wetlands A and B are both Category III Depressional Hydrogeomorphic (HGM) wetlands with Wetland A located in the southeastern portion of the site extending off-site to the south and Wetland B in the northeast extending off-site to the north. See the Wetland Assessment report for more information. 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. Yes, the proposed building construction will be within 200 feet of onsite and offsite wetlands with reduced 75 feet and 56.25 feet wetland buffers and 15 feet structure setback provided. 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. None. 4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give a general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. No, there will be no surface water withdrawals or diversions. 5. Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. Not to our knowledge. 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, a public sanitary sewer system will be installed to serve the proposed mixed-use building. There will be no discharge of 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 will be withdrawn. Public water mains will be installed to serve the development. No water will be discharged to the groundwater. 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 material will be discharged into the ground. The Site will be served by public sanitary sewer system. 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. The Project consists of three Threshold Discharge Area (TDA 1, TDA 2 and TDA 3) which each contain a single Natural Discharge Area (NDA 1, NDA 2 and NDA 3) and Natural Discharge Location (NDL). Project TDAs, NDAs, and NDLs are shown in Figure 3. TDA 1 is approximately 29,682 s.f. (0.681 ac), which primarily consists of northwest buildable portions of the Site and offsite half street frontage improvements on Jones Ave NE slopes northwesterly, northeasterly and northerly at an overall slope of approximately 2-3%. TDA 1 drains northwest exist the Site near northwest property corner. TDA 2 is approximately 23,258 s.f. (0.533 ac) which primarily consists of central and southeastern non -buildable sensitive areas of the Site and an offsite upstream area from backyard of property adjacent to east property line slopes in multiple directions (northerly, westerly, northeasterly, southwesterly and southeasterly at an overall slope of approximately 2-10% and regulated slopes greater than 40% in eastern portion o f the Site. TDA 2 drains to onsite and offsite Category III wetland A. TDA 3 is approximately 10,830 s.f. (0.249 ac) which primarily consists of northeastern non-buildable sensitive areas of the Site and an offsite upstream area from backyard of property adjacent to east property line slopes in multiple directions (westerly, northwesterly and northeasterly at an overall slope of approximately 2-10% and regulated slopes greater than 40% in the eastern portion of the site. TDA 3 drains to onsite Category III wetland B. 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) The Site is made up of three Natural Discharge Location (NDLs). NDA 1 discharges over the northern and western property line near northwest property corner. NDA 2 discharges over the southern property near southeastern portion of the site. NDA 3 discharges over the northern property line near the northeast property corner. Runoff from northwestern buildable portion of the Site (TDA 1) drains west and northwest exit the Site across west property line and near northwest property corner which is a natural discharge location of the buildable area of the Site. Runoff from Jones Ave NE right-of-way centerline along the project frontage generally flows northeast as surface flows heads north along the edge of payment flowline discharges into roadside ditch located on the east side of Jones Ave NE. The future runoff from the frontage improvements will be intercepted by proposed curb and gutter and thickened edge flowline will be collected in pipes and catch basins and to be discharged into roadside ditch located on the east side of Jones Ave NE. See the Level One Downstream Analysis Report for detailed information. 2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. The proposed stormwater system will be designed to minimize or eliminate entry of waste materials or pollutants to ground water resources and/or surface waters. Oils, grease, and other pollutants from the addition of paved areas could potentially enter the groundwater or downstream surface water runoff. 3. Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. The proposal will not affect the drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site. The new development will infiltrate stormwater runoff from new building roof onsite as well discharge surface stormwater runoff into a proposed catch basins and discharge at the site’s natural location. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any: A City approved drainage system will be designed and constructed to mitigate any adverse impacts from storm water runoff. Temporary and permanent drainage facilities will be used to control quality and quantity of surface runoff during construction and after development. 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 SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 9 (WAC 197-11-960) ☒ 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 (bushes, understory, blackberry vines, ferns) b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Nearly all vegetation will be removed from the buildable northwest portion of the site. There are no existing trees in the buildable portion of the site. All existing trees are in sensitive areas and buffer. There are three high risk trees (tree # 272, 273 and 274) in the wetland buffer area to be removed according to the arborist report. All other trees in sensitive areas and buffers will remain. Existing gravel driveway/ parking, small shed/ vacant house, mobile structure (trailer), bushes, understory, blackberry vines, ferns will be removed from the wetland buffer areas. The wetland buffer will be enhanced per the wetland buffer enhancement plan. c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. None to our knowledge. d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any. Per the Tree Retention Worksheet, 10 Tree credits are required in the buildable portion of the site. Landscaping will be installed in accordance with the provisions of the City of Renton’s Zoning Code. e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. None to our knowledge. 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 10 (WAC 197-11-960) • Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: • Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. None to our knowledge. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. Western Washington is in the migration path of a wide variety of non -tropical songbirds, and waterfowl, including many species of geese. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any. None at this time. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. None to our knowledge. 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. Electricity and/or natural gas will serve as the primary energy source for residential heating and cooking within the development. Any wood stoves incorporated into the new residential units will comply with all local and State regulations. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. No. 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. The required measures of the Washington State Energy Code and the Uniform Building Code will be incorporated in the construction of the residential units. Energy conservation fixtures and materials are encouraged in all new constructions. 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 11 (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. There are no known on-site environmental health hazards known to exist today and none will be generated as a direct result of this proposal. 1. Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. None to our knowledge. 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. No hazardous chemicals or conditions exist to our knowledge. 3. 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. No toxic or hazardous chemicals will be stored on the site. 4. Describe special emergency services that might be required. No special emergency services will be required. 5. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any. Special measures are not anticipated. b. Noise 1. What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? The primary source of off-site noise in the area originates from vehicular traffic present on adjacent streets. 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 impacts will result from the use of construction equipment during site development and residential construction. Construction will occur during the daylight hours, and in compliance with all noise ordinances. Construction noise is generated by heavy equipment, hand tools and the transporting of construction materials and equipment. Long-term impacts will be those associated with the increased use of property by owners. 3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any : Construction will be performed during normal daylight hours. Construction equipment will be equipped with noise mufflers. SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 12 (WAC 197-11-960) 8. Land and shoreline use Find help answering land and shoreline use questions 11 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 current use of the site is a mobile structure (vacant trailer) and small vacant house/ shed and gravel driveway on 1.20 acres. The current use of adjacent properties is listed as follows: North: Vacant and undeveloped, Zoning: Commercial Arterial (CA) South: Two Office buildings with gravel driveway and parking and wetland A Zoning: Commercial Arterial (CA) East: Single Family Residential (Condominium), Commercial Arterial (CA) West: Jones Ave NE (Commercial Access Street) b. Has the project site been used as 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? Not to our knowledge. 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? Not to our knowledge. c. Describe any structures on the site. The site is currently developed with mobile structure (vacant trailer) and small vacant house/ shed and comprised primarily of historically filled gravel with vegetation in the unmaintained areas including black cottonwood (Populus balsamifera) and reed canary grass (Phalaris arundinacea). d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Yes, all existing structures will be demolished and removed. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? The current zoning classification is Commercial Arterial (CA) and Urban design District D Overlay. 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 13 (WAC 197-11-960) f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Commercial Mixed-use (CMU). g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? N/A h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. Per pre-application meeting summary notes, the site contains regulated slopes greater than 40%, wetlands, and is in a landslide hazard area. The site topography slopes east to west with significant steep slopes located on the eastern portion of the 4108 property. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Approximately 21 individuals will reside in the completed residential development (5 units x 2.3 persons per household = 11.5 individuals). j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? None. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any. None at this time. l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any. The proposed development is compatible with the prescribed land use codes and designations for this site. Per the City of Renton Zoning Code, the development is consistent with the density requirements and land use of this property. m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: None are proposed. 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. The project completed will provide 5 single-family residential units on the 5th floor. Units will be priced with a market orientation to the middle to high-income level homebuyer. 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 14 (WAC 197-11-960) None. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any : None. 10. Aesthetics Find help answering aesthetics questions 13 a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? The maximum building height and material will conform to City of Renton’s Standards. 70 feet for vertically mixed-use building is allowed. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? Views in the vicinity are not likely to be enhanced, extended or obstructed by development of this project. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any : The location of the buildings adheres to or exceeds the minimum setback requirements of the zoning district. The landscaping will be installed at the completion of building and paving construction. The Foundation and Homeowners Association will maintain the landscaping and common elements. 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? Light and glare will be produced from building lighting. Light will also be produced from vehicles using the site. The light and glare will occur primarily in the evening and before dawn. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? Light and glare from the project will not cause hazards or interfere with views. c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? The primary off-site source of light and glare will be from vehicles traveling along the area roadways. Also, the adjacent residential uses and streetlights may create light and glare. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any : 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 15 (WAC 197-11-960) Street lighting will be installed in a manner that directs the light downward. The proposed perimeter landscaping will create a partial visual buffer between the proposed building and the surrounding neighborhood areas. 12. Recreation Find help answering recreation questions a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? Kennydale Beach Park is within 2.4 miles of the Site via I-405 S. b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. No. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any : None. 13. Historic and cultural preservation Find help answering historic and cultural preservation questions 15 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. According to the Washington Information System for Architectural and Archaeological Records Data (WISAARD) the properties of 4024, 4016, 4210 Jones Ave NE and 1800 NE 40th St are not historic properties recorded in the inventory at this time. 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. None known. 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 King County GIS data and Washington Information System for Architectural and Archaeological Records Data (WISAARD) was used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on and near the project. 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 16 (WAC 197-11-960) 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. No measures are anticipated. If an archeological site is found during the course of construction, the State Historic Preservation Officer will be notified. 14. Transportation Find help with answering transportation questions 16 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. Access to the proposed project will be from Jones Ave NE which is classified as public commercial access street. 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 nearest public transit stop is approximately 3.6 miles southeast of the Site at The Landing near the intersection of NE 10th St & Index Ave NE via I-405 S. 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). The proposal will improve Jones Ave NE along the project frontage with 2-10 feet of travel lanes, 8 feet of parking lane, concrete vertical curb and gutter, 8 feet wide planter and 6 feet wide concrete sidewalk. d. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. Lake Washington is approximately one mile west from the Site. 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? Per the Traffic Memorandum, the proposed facility is expected to generate approximately 2 new off-site vehicle trips during the weekday AM peak hour and 11 trips during the weekday PM peak hour.Peak hours will generally be 7 AM – 9 AM and 4 PM – 6 PM. 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. Not to our knowledge. 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 17 (WAC 197-11-960) g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any : None. 15. Public services Find help answering public service questions 17 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. Yes, the proposal will result in an increase in those services typical of a mixed-use development of this size and nature. The need for public services such as fire and police protection will be typical for a mixed-use development of the size. School age children generated by this development will attend schools in Renton #403 School District. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. In addition to payment of annual property taxes by property owners, the proponent will mitigate the direct impacts of the proposal through the City’s traffic and school mitigation programs, if required. 16. Utilities Find help answering utilities questions 18 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. Electricity: Puget Sound Energy Natural Gas: Puget Sound Energy Water & Sewer: City of Renton Telephone: Xfinity (Comcast) C.Signature Find help about who should sign19 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 SEPA Environmental checklist September 2023 Page 18 (WAC 197-11-960) 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. Type name of signee: Mohammad Kazim Jalalyar, P.E. Position and agency/organization: project Engineer, Site Design, LLC Date submitted: 8-20-25 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? • Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? • Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? • Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: 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 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 19 (WAC 197-11-960) parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands? • Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: 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 ? • Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? • Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment.