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PREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR
Pulse Tac Laser Tag Arena
2823 NE Sunset Blvd Renton, WA 98056
PRE25-000353
November 13, 2025
Contact Information:
Planner: Ashley Wragge, 425-430-7314, awragge@rentonwa.gov
Public Works Plan Reviewer: Huy Huynh, 425-430-7384, hhuynh@rentonwa.gov
Fire Prevention Reviewer: Hugo Sotelo, 425.276.9587, hsotelo@RentonRFA.org
Building Department Reviewer: Rob Shuey, 206.550.8523, rshuey@rentonwa.gov
Please retain this packet throughout the course of your project as a reference. Consider giving
copies to engineers, architects, and contractors who will work on the project. You will need to
submit an PDF copy of this packet when you apply for land use and/or environmental permits.
When the project application is ready for submittal, you may email the project planner to start
the prescreen process. Similarly, you may contact the assigned planner if there are any
questions regarding submittal requirements.
The pre-application meeting is informal and non-binding. The comments provided on the
proposal are based on the codes and policies in effect at the time of review. The applicant is
cautioned that the development regulations are regularly amended and the proposal will be
formally reviewed under the regulations in effect at the time of project submittal. The
information contained in this summary is subject to modification and/or concurrence by
official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Planning Director, Development Services
Director, Development Engineering Director, Department of Community & Economic
Development Administrator, Public Works Administrator and City Council).
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: October 29th 2025
TO: Ashley Wragge, Associate Planner
FROM: Hugo Sotelo, DFM
SUBJECT: 2823 Sunset, Pulse Tac Laser
1. Due to the change of use from M to A-3, a one-hour fire rated wall will be required
from the proposed tenant space to the adjoining M occupant to the South.
Approved fire sprinklers and fire alarm systems are required throughout the entire
proposed space. Separate plans and permits are required to be submitted to the fire
department. A new fully addressable fire alarm system with full detection is required
for the entire building due to the change of use.
Activation of the fire alarm in Group A occupancies with an occupant load of 1,000
or more shall initiate a signal using an emergency voice/alarm communications
system. Fire alarm system shall automatically shut down all special effects during a
laser tag session to include music, strobe lights, fog machines, public address
speaker systems, etc. and then turn on the normal lighting for exiting.
2. Fire department apparatus access roadways are adequate from Sunset and Kirkland
Ave NE.
3. No development fire impact fees due to previous occupant classification.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: November 13th, 2025
June 20, 2011
TO: Ashley Wragge, Planner
FROM: Huy Huynh, Civil Plan Reviewer
SUBJECT: Pulse Tax Laser Tag Arena
PRE25-000353
NOTE: The applicant is cautioned that information contained in this summary is preliminary and non-
binding and may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official city decision-makers.
Review comments may also need to be revised based on site planning and other design changes
required by City staff or made by the applicant.
I have completed a preliminary review for the above-referenced proposal located at 2823 NE Sunset
Blvd. The following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of Renton
by the applicant.
EXISTING CONDITIONS
The site is approximately 1.25 acres in size and is rectangular in shape. There is an existing building
on site.
Water Water service is provided by City of Renton. The project is within the City of Renton’s water
service area in the Highlands 565 Hydraulic zone. The static water pressure is
approximately 80 psi at ground elevation of 380 feet. The project site is located outside of
the City’s wellhead Protection Area Zone.
a. There is an existing 12-inch water main (565-Pressure Zone) in NE Sunset Blvd (record
drawing W-317905) that can deliver a maximum capacity of 5,000 gallons per minute.
There is an existing 10-inch water main (Highlands 435 Pressure Zone) in NE Sunset
Blvd (record drawing W-111411) that can deliver a maximum capacity of 2,000 gallons
per minute.
b. There is an existing 10-inch water main in Kirkland Ave NE (record drawing W-009202 )
that can deliver a maximum capacity of 3,300 gallons per minute.
c. There are three existing 1-inch water services and meters serving the site connected to
the water main located in Kirkland Ave NE
I. LAT-020658 and MTR-017399 (Serving 2823 NE Sunset Blvd)
II. LAT-020659 and MTR-017400 (Serving 2819 NE Sunset Blvd)
III. LAT-020660 and MTR-017401 (Serving 2815 NE Sunset Blvd)
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d. There is one existing 8-inch fire lateral service LAT-021949 and Single Check Detector
Assembly MTR-009236 serving the site, with the existing vault within the ROW adjacent
to the existing water meter
e. There are multiple fire hydrants within 300-feet of the proposed project
I. HYD-NE-00212
II. HYD-NE-01252
III. HYD-NE-00861
IV. HYD-NE-00219
Sewer Sewer service is provided by the City of Renton. There is an existing 8-inch sewer main
located in Kirkland Ave NE (record drawing S-000703). There is an existing 8-inch main
(record drawing S-226804) and an existing 18-inch main (record drawing S-111411) located
in NE Sunset Blvd NE. There is an existing 8-inch sewer main in Jefferson Ave NE with an
apparent side sewer to the property (record drawing S-111412)
Storm There is an existing 12-inch concrete storm main located in NE Sunset Blvd NE (record
drawing S-226804)
Streets NE Sunset Blvd is a major arterial with an existing right of way (ROW) width of 100-ft
WATER COMMENTS
1. Based on the information provided with the pre-application submittal documents, the
following developer’s installed improvements will be required to provide domestic and fire
protection service to the development including but not limited to the items that follow.
• Approved fire sprinklers and fire alarm systems are required throughout the entire
proposed space.
• City records show a single detector check detector assembly for the existing building.
Installation of a fire sprinkler stub with a detector double check valve assembly
(DDCVA) for backflow prevention to the building is required. The fire sprinkler stub and
related piping shall be designed by a registered fire sprinkler designer/contractor. The
DDCVA shall be installed on the private property in an outside underground vault per
City standard plan no. 370.2. The DDCVA may be installed inside the building. The
location of the DDCVA inside the building must be pre-approved by the City Plan
Reviewer and Water Utility.
• Existing 1-inch water service and meter may be reused if sized appropriately per the
most recent Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC). If existing service and meter is not
adequately sized, a new service and meter is required for installation per City
standards. A reduced pressure backflow assembly (RPBA) is required for installation for
commercial buildings. As proposed use of this building is low hazard, a double check
valve assembly (DCVA) may be installed in lieu of an RPBA downstream of the water
meter per COR Std Plan 340.8
• Installation of a backflow prevention assembly must be on private property behind the
domestic water meter.
• Applicant to provide proof of existing pressure reducing valve (PRV). If no PRV exists, a
pressure reducing valve is required downstream of the water meter where the water
pressure exceeds 80 psi.
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• Installation of off-site and on-site fire hydrants, as required. The location and number of
hydrants will be determined by the Fire Authority based on the final fire flow demand
and final site plan.
• Installation of a “Storz” adapter on the existing hydrants if they are not already
equipped with one.
2. Civil plans for the water main improvements will be required and must be prepared by a
professional engineer registered in the State of Washington. Please refer to City of Renton
General Design and Construction Standards for Water Main Extensions as shown in
Appendix K of the City’s 2019 Water System Plan. Adequate horizontal and vertical
separations between the new water main and other utilities (storm sewer pipes and vaults,
sanitary sewer, power, gas, electrical) shall be provided for the operation and maintenance
of the water main. Retaining walls, rockeries or similar structures cannot be installed over
the water main unless the water main is installed inside a steel casing.
3. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
4. The development is subject to applicable water system development charges (SDC’s) and
meter installation fees based on the number and size of the meters for domestic uses and
for fire sprinkler use. The development is also subject to fees for water connections, cut
and caps, and purity tests. Current fees can be found in the 2025 Development Fees
Document on the City’s website. Fees will be charged based on the rate at the time of
construction permit issuance.
• The SDC fee for water is based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the
project. The current water fee is $5,025 per 1-inch service, and $25,125 per 1-1/2-inch
meter.
• Water service installation charges for each proposed domestic water service are
applicable. Water Service installation is $2,875.00 per 1-inch service line.
• Drop-in meter fee is $400.00 per ¾-inch meter and $460.00 per 1-inch meter.
• The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=8217302&dbid=1&repo=City
ofRenton.
SEWER COMMENTS
1. Dumpster/recycling areas are required to be covered and will need to direct drainage to the
sanitary sewer system through an oil/water interceptor.
2. The application did not make clear whether cooking and food preparation will occur onsite.
Depending on the type of food preparation to occur, commercial- grade sinks need to be
directed to a grease interceptor(s) prior to connecting into the city’s sanitary sewer system.
The grease interceptor shall be sized in accordance with standards found in the latest
edition of the UPC. The grease interceptor shall drain by gravity to the sewer main and shall
be located so that is accessible for routine owner maintenance.
3. As the existing sewer service will be reused no sewer system development charges are
applicable unless the water meter is upsized.
SURFACE WATER COMMENTS
1. The proposed project is considered an interior tenant improvements; therefore, stormwater
improvements/alteration is not anticipated.
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TRANSPORTATION COMMENTS
1. In accordance with RMC 4-6-060, if the site improvements and/or proposed building
additions exceed an overall valuation of $175,000, the project site(s) shall be required to
meet the City’s Complete Streets Standards:
a. Per RMC 4-6-060.D, the proposed project is considered and interior remodel and will
be exempted from frontage improvements
2. An accessible route of travel meeting American’s with Disabilities Act’s requirements (ADA)
from the public right of way to the working facilities is required and will be reviewed in
conjunction with the building permit submittal. The existing onsite ADA parking and landings
will also be reviewed. Additional parking spaces, restriping and ramps may be required
3. Since the project is proposing a change in use that may result in additional traffic, a traffic
study meeting City of Renton traffic study guidelines is required at the land-use submittal. If
the result of the study is more than 20 new trips in the AM or PM peak hours, a traffic impact
analysis will be required.
4. The development is subject to transportation impact fees. Fees will be charged based on the
rate at the time of building permit issuance.
a. The 2025 transportation impact fee for net new pm peak hour person vehicle trip is
$8.031.94
GENERAL COMMENTS
1. All existing and proposed utility lines (i.e. electrical, phone, and cable services, etc.) along
property frontage or within the site must be underground. The construction of these
franchise utilities must be inspected and approved by a City of Renton inspector.
2. Maximum exposed retaining wall height is 6-ft and shall be setback a minimum of 3-ft from
the right-of-way as outlined in RMC 4-4-040 – Fences, Hedges and Retaining Walls. a. Show
all retaining walls on profile view. No walls shall be greater than 6’.
3. Retaining walls that are 4’ or taller from bottom of footing and stormwater detention vaults
will require a separate building permit. Structural calculations and plans prepared by a
licensed engineer will be required as part of the building permit review.
4. Adequate separation between utilities as well as other features shall be provided in
accordance with code requirements:
a. Provide rim and invert elevations on all drainage and sewer structures.
b. 7-ft minimum horizontal and 1-ft vertical separation between storm and other
utilities is required except for water lines which require 10-ft horizontal and 1.5-ft
vertical.
c. The stormwater line should be minimum 5 feet away from any other structure or wall
or building.
d. Trench of any utility should not be in the zone of influence of the retaining wall or of
the building.
5. All civil construction permits for utility and street improvements will require separate plan
submittals. All utility plans shall confirm to the Renton Drafting Standards. A licensed Civil
Engineer shall prepare the civil plans. Please visit the Development Engineering Forms page
for the most up-to-date plan submittal requirements.
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6. A landscaping plan shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on
separate sheets.
7. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2025 only and will be
assessed based on the fee that is current at the time of the permit application or issuance,
as applicable to the permit type. Please visit the fee schedule here.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: November 13, 2025
TO: Pre-Application File No. PRE25-000353
FROM: Ashley Wragge, Assistant Planner
SUBJECT: Pulse Tac Laser Tag Arena
2823 NE Sunset Blvd Renton, WA 98056 (APN 0089000010)
General: We have completed a preliminary review of the pre-application for the above-
referenced development proposal. The following comments on development and
permitting issues are based on the pre-application submittals made to the City of
Renton by the applicant and the codes in effect on the date of review. The applicant is
cautioned that information contained in this summary may be subject to modification and/or
concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Community & Economic
Development Administrator, Public Works Administrator, Planning Director, Development
Services Director, Development Engineering Director, and City Council). Review comments
may also need to be revised based on site planning and other design changes required by
City staff or made by the applicant. The applicant is encouraged to review all applicable
sections of the Renton Municipal Code. The Development Regulations are available online
at https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton.
Project Proposal: The subject property is located at 2823 NE Sunset Blvd (APN 0089000010)
and is zoned Center Village (CV). The project site totals 54,545 square feet (1.25 acres) with
three buildings forming a shopping center: a 15,804 square foot retail sales store; an 8,228
square foot retail sales store; and a 6,300 square foot restaurant. The pre-application
materials indicate that the proposal is to change the use of the 15,804 square foot retail store
into an indoor recreational facility, specifically a laser tag venue. The proposal includes
interior tenant improvements to convert the building as well as updating the exterior on-site
signage. According to the City of Renton (COR) maps, the eastern most portion of the site
contains regulated slopes (>15% &<=90%).
Current Use: The site has a 15,804 square foot retail sales store, an 8,228 square foot retail
sales store, and a 6,300 square foot restaurant. The tenant space that is proposed to be
converted, the 15,804 square foot retail sales store, was formerly a JoAnn Fabrics.
1. Zoning /Land Use Designation, and Overlays: The property is located within the Center
Village (CV) zoning designation and subject to Urban Design District D regulations. The
Comprehensive Plan designation for the site is Commercial Mixed Use (CMU), and it is
located within the Highlands Community Planning Area. The purpose of the Center
Village Zone (CV) is to provide an opportunity for concentrated mixed-use residential and
commercial redevelopment designed to urban rather than suburban development
standards that supports transit-oriented development and pedestrian activity. Use
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allowances promote commercial and retail development opportunities for residents to
shop locally. Uses and standards allow complementary, high-density residential
development, and discourage garden-style, multi-family development. New indoor
recreational facilities are a permitted use in the CV zoning district.
2. Development Standards: The project would be subject to Renton Municipal Code (RMC
4-2-120A, “Development Standards for Commercial Zoning Designations (CN, CV, CA &
UC)” (noted as “CV standards” herein).
Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth – The minimum lot size in the CV zone is 5,000 square
feet. There are no minimum lot width or depth requirements. The existing lot totals
54,454 square feet and would exceed the minimum lot size requirements for the CV
zone. No changes are proposed to the existing lot size, width or depth.
Setbacks – The CV zone requires a 15-foot (15’) minimum front/secondary front yard
setback and a 20-foot (20’) maximum front/secondary front yard setback, with no rear or
side setbacks unless the site abuts a residential zone, in which case a 15-foot (15’)
setback is required. No exterior changes or additions are proposed to the existing
structure.
Since the proposal involves retaining the existing building, the applicant should
verify that any changes to the site layout or additions comply with these setback
requirements. Submitted plans would need to show the existing structures and any
future structures or additions to the existing building must comply with the required
setbacks at the time of formal land use application.
Building Height and Impervious Surface Coverage – The maximum permitted building
height in the CV zone is 50 feet except 70 feet for vertically mixed-use buildings
(commercial and residential). Heights may exceed the Zone’s maximum height with a
Conditional Use Permit. The maximum impervious surface coverage is 65% of the lot
area, or 75% if parking is provided within a building or an on-site parking garage. No
changes are proposed to the existing structure or existing impervious surface
coverage.
The subject site is located within the Airport influence area. Height is restricted in
this area by the FAR Part 77 surface area, as such the applicant shall verify at time
of land use application and building permit that the height of the proposed structure
does not penetrate the FAR Part 77 surface area.
The building height and coverage requirements would be verified at the time of
formal application if choosing to make building modifications. If the existing building
does not comply with the required setbacks for the CV zone. Any changes to the
building footprint would be required to meet all development standards in the CV
zone. See below for non-conforming requirements.
3. Refuse and Recycling Areas: Refuse and recycling areas need to meet the requirements
of RMC 4-4-090, “Refuse and Recyclables Standards.” Refuse and recyclables deposit
areas and collection points may be allocated to a centralized area, or dispersed
throughout the site, in easily accessible areas for both users and hauling trucks. For
manufacturing and other non-residential developments, a minimum of three (3) square
feet per every 1,000 square feet of building gross floor area shall be provided for
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recyclable deposit areas and a minimum of six (6) square feet per 1,000 square feet of
building gross floor area shall be provided for refuse deposit areas. The location and size
of the refuse and recyclable area could not be verified with the pre-application
materials. The applicant will be required to demonstrate compliance with the
Refuse and Recycling Standards, as part of a formal building permit application.
4. Landscaping: Compliance with landscape regulations is required when, additions to
existing buildings that increase the gross square footage of the building by greater than
one third or other changes in the use of a property or remodel of a structure that requires
improvements equal to or greater than fifty percent (50%) of the assessed property
valuation. Parking lot landscaping would be required when changes are proposed to a
parking lot.
If the proposal requires landscaping, the plans will need to comply with the landscaping
requirements for all portions of the development area not covered by structures,
required parking, access, circulation or service areas, must be landscaped with native,
drought-resistant vegetative cover. The minimum on-site landscape width required along
street frontages is 10 feet, except where reduced through the site plan development
review process.
Surface parking lots with more than fourteen (14) stalls shall be landscaped as follows:
Total Number of
Parking Stalls
Minimum
Landscape Area
15 to 50 15 sf/parking space
51 to 99 25 sf/parking space
100 or more 35 sf/parking space
Please refer to landscape regulations (RMC 4-4-070) for additional general and specific
landscape requirements. A conceptual landscape plan and landscape analysis
meeting the requirements in RMC 4-8-120D.12, may be required at the time of
building permit application.
5. Significant Tree Retention: When significant trees (greater than 6-inch caliper or 8-
caliper inches for alders and cottonwoods) are proposed to be removed, a tree inventory
and a tree retention plan along with an arborist report, tree retention plan and tree
retention worksheet shall be provided with the formal land use application as defined in
RMC 4-8-120. The tree retention plan must show preservation of at least 30% of
significant trees. Please refer to RMC 4-4-130, Tree Retention and Land Clearing
Regulations for further general and specific tree retention and land clearing
requirements.
In addition to retaining a minimum of 30% of existing significant trees, each new lot would
be required to provide a minimum tree density of 30 tree credits per net acre. Tree credits
encourage retention of existing significant trees with larger trees being worth more tree
credits.
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TREE SIZE TREE CREDITS
New small species tree 0.25
New medium species tree 1
New large species tree 2
Preserved tree 6 – 9 caliper inches 4
Preserved tree 10 – 12 caliper inches 5
Preserved tree 12 – 15 caliper inches 6
Preserved tree 16 – 18 caliper inches 7
Preserved tree 19 – 21 caliper inches 8
Preserved tree 22 – 24 caliper inches 9
Preserved tree 25 – 28 caliper inches 10
Preserved tree 29 – 32 caliper inches 11
Preserved tree 33 – 36 caliper inches 12
Preserved tree 37 caliper inches and greater 13
Significant trees shall be retained in the following priority order:
Priority One: Landmark trees; significant trees that form a continuous canopy; significant
trees on slopes greater than twenty percent (20%); significant trees adjacent to critical
areas and their associated buffers; significant trees over sixty feet (60') in height or
greater than eighteen inches (18") caliper; and trees that shelter interior trees or trees on
abutting properties from strong winds, which could otherwise allow such sheltered trees
to be blown down if removed.
Priority Two: Healthy tree groupings whose associated undergrowth can be preserved;
other significant native evergreen or deciduous trees; and other significant non-native
trees.
Priority Three: Alders and cottonwoods shall be retained when all other trees have been
evaluated for retention and are not able to be retained, unless the alders and/ or
cottonwoods are used as part of an approved enhancement project within a critical area
or its buffer.
The Administrator may require independent review of any land use application that
involves tree removal and land clearing at the City's discretion.
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The Administrator may authorize the planting of replacement trees on the site if it
can be demonstrated to the Administrator's satisfaction that replacement
requirements in RMC 4-4-130H.1.e can be met.
Tree retention standards shall be applied to the developable area, as defined in RMC 4-
11-040, Definitions D, of a property. A formal tree retention plan and tree credit
worksheet prepared by an arborist or landscape architect would be required if the
proposal includes any expansion or addition of the existing building.
6. Screening: Screening is required for all surface-mounted and rooftop utility and
mechanical equipment as per RMC 4-4-095, Screening and Storage Height/Location
Limitations. The proposal should include elevations and details of the methods used for
screening any equipment if applicable. Screening measures should address visual
impact reduction for areas where vehicles or contractor equipment may be stored.
7. Fences/Retaining Walls: If the project includes fencing or retaining walls, their
locations must be clearly shown on the landscape plan and grading plan, including top
of wall and bottom of wall elevations. Any retaining wall that is four feet (4’) or taller
(measured from the footing to the top of the wall) will require a building permit. The
maximum allowable height for fences and retaining walls is 72 inches, subject to
additional height restrictions in setbacks and clear vision areas, as noted in RMC 4-4-
040D.
If the proposal includes a fence on top of a retaining wall, ensure that the total combined
height does not exceed the height limit for a standalone fence. The plans should also
consider screening requirements for any fenced yard areas and ensure an adequate
visual buffer.
8. Parking: The following ratios would be applicable to the site:
Use Required Spaces
Other recreational:
A minimum and maximum of 1.0 per occupant
based upon 50% of the maximum occupant load as
established by the adopted Building and Fire Codes
of the City of Renton.
Per RMC 4-4-080, the applicant must provide detailed parking information with the
formal land use application, including stall dimensions, drive aisle measurements, and
total parking calculations based on the actual square footage used for the proposed use.
• Surface parking stalls have minimum dimensions of 8 feet x 20 feet, with compact
stalls measuring 8½ feet x 16 feet.
• Compact spaces do not exceed 30% of the total spaces in surface parking areas.
• ADA-accessible stalls meet the required dimensions of 8 feet in width by 20 feet in
length, with an adjacent 8-foot-wide access aisle for van-accessible spaces. The number
of ADA stalls must align with the total parking provided. The existing onsite ADA parking
and landings will also be reviewed. Additional parking spaces, restriping and ramps may
be required.
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• Bicycle parking shall be provided for all non-residential developments that exceed
four thousand (4,000) gross square feet in size. When there are two (2) or more separate
uses on a site, the required bicycle parking for the site shall be the sum of the required
parking for the individual uses.
Use Required Spaces
All uses, unless specifically
specified below:
The number of bicycle parking spaces shall be equal
to ten percent (10%) of the number of required off-
street vehicle parking spaces; for uses in the CD
zone that do not require off-street vehicle parking,
the number of bicycle parking spaces shall be
equivalent to ten percent (10%) of off-street vehicle
parking spaces required for the same use located
outside of the CD zone. Spaces shall meet the
requirements of subsection F11b of this Section,
Bicycle Parking Standards.
Compliance with the Parking and Loading Regulations would be reviewed as part of
a formal building permit application.
9. Access/Driveways: Within the CV zone, parking, loading, and driveway regulations
specified in RMC 4-4-080 will apply, particularly if the project involves modifications to
the existing buildings or new construction. The primary access point is from NE Sunset
Blvd. There shall be a minimum of forty feet (40') between driveway curb returns where
there is more than one (1) driveway on property under unified ownership or control and
used as one (1) premises. Driveway width (aggregate width if more than one (1) driveway
exists) shall not exceed forty percent (40%) of the street frontage. There shall be no more
than two (2) driveways for each three hundred thirty feet (330') of street frontage serving
any one (1) property or among abutting properties under unified ownership or control. For
each additional one hundred sixty-five feet (165') of street frontage an additional
driveway may be allowed. The formal land use review will verify compliance with
access standards, including the adequacy of the driveways for fire access, loading
areas, and general circulation.
10. Urban Design Regulations: Compliance with Urban Design Regulations, District ‘D’, is
required. The land use application shall provide a written narrative to identify how
the project meets each applicable urban design regulation. Please refer the
standards in their entirety at RMC 4-3-100. Design District D standards likely apply to the
exterior design of the business only. This could include façade treatments (materials,
colors, windows), landscaping and buffering requirements, parking lot standards. These
standards ensure compatibility with the commercial character of the area and address
the visual impact of the use. Per RMC 4-3-100B.1, applicability – the following
development activities shall be required to comply with the provisions of this Section:
• Re-use of a nonconforming structure, for any purpose, that has been vacant for more
than one year;
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• Exterior modifications such as façade changes, windows, awnings, signage, etc.,
shall comply with the design requirements for the new portion of the structure, sign, or
site improvement.
11. Critical Areas: The site contains protected slopes (>15% &<=90%) located on the
southeastern portion of the property. Due to the presence of geological hazards, a
geotechnical study may be required at the time of building permit application. The
study shall specifically address if the proposal will not increase the threat of the
geological hazard to adjacent or abutting properties beyond pre-development
conditions; and the proposal will not adversely impact other critical areas; and the
development can be safely accommodated on the site. It is the applicant’s
responsibility to determine whether any other critical areas are present on the site
prior to formal land use application.
12. Environmental Review: Environmental (SEPA) Review is required for changes of use
in buildings larger than 4,000 square feet in area and for any building expansions in
excess of 4,000 square feet in accordance with WAC 197-11-800. An environmental
checklist must be submitted with the land use application. An environmental
determination will be made by the Renton Environmental Review Committee.
13. Permit Requirements: The proposal will require SEPA environmental review.
Environmental Review applications are reviewed in an estimated time frame of 6-8 weeks
once a complete application is accepted. The 2025 application fee for SEPA review is
$1,856.00. Each modification request is $299.00. All fees are subject to change. There is
an additional 5% technology fee at the time of land use application.
Building Permits – Any modifications to existing structures or new construction will
require building permits. If the project includes retaining walls, fences, or outdoor
storage areas, separate permits may also be needed.
Other Permits/Approvals – Additional permits may be required based on specific site
improvements, such as sign permit, grading permits for significant site work, or right-of-
way permits if street improvements are needed.
The applicant should ensure that all application materials and required plans are
submitted according to the City’s submittal requirements, and compliance with permit
conditions and mitigation measures will be verified during the formal review process.
Detailed information regarding the land use application submittal requirements can be
found on the Environmental (SEPA) Review Submittal Requirements handout. Other
informational applications and handouts can be found on the City’s Digital Records
Library. The City requires electronic plan submittal for all applications. Please refer to
the City’s Electronic File Standards.
14. Waivers of Submittal Requirements: The submittal checklist is not an exhaustive list of
submittal requirements and may be modified in cases where additional information is
required to complete the review of an application. In addition, non-applicable submittal
requirements may be waived. The applicant should contact the assigned Project
Manager if there are any questions regarding submittal requirements.
15. Public Information Sign: Public Information Signs are required for all Type II Land Use
Permits as classified by RMC 4-8-080. Public Information Signs are intended to inform
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the public of potential land development, specific permits/actions being considered by
the City, and to facilitate timely and effective public participation in the review process.
The applicant must follow the specifications provided in the public information sign
handout. The applicant is solely responsible for the construction, installation,
maintenance, removal, and any costs associated with the sign. Environmental review
is an exempt permit from public information sign requirements per RMC 4-8-
090C.1.k.
16. Impact Fees: In addition to standard building and construction fees, impact fees will be
required for the proposed redevelopment. These fees are subject to change, and the
rates in effect at the time of building permit issuance will apply. For informational
purposes, the 2025 impact fees are as follows:
• A transportation impact fee would be assessed. Net new PM peak hour person
vehicle trips is $8,031.94.
A handout listing all of the City’s Development related fees is available for your review at
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=11713108&dbid=0&repo=C
ityofRenton.
17. Next Steps: When the formal application materials are complete, the applicant shall
have the materials pre-screened prior to submitting the complete application package.
This step ensures that all required documents are in order and meet the City's
submission standards. Please contact Ashley Wragge, Assistant Planner, at
awragge@rentonwa.gov or (425) 430-7314 to submit prescreen materials and
subsequent land use application.
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Ashley G. Wragge
From:Robert Shuey
Sent:Wednesday, November 5, 2025 7:20 AM
To:Ashley G. Wragge
Cc:ap495.primary@gmail.com
Subject:PRE25-000353 • Building Review - Pre App/Pre Sub • Pre-Application Meeting Submittal
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Ashley,
I have discussed this on the phone with Aleksey Polesskly. My suggestion was that his architect classify
the Gameplay Space (11,000 Sq Ft) as Business Area (150 sq ft per occupant) pursuant to Table 1004.5 of
the Washington State Building Code, for the purpose of floor allowance per occupant, for that
space. The occupancy classification for the entire space shall be designated as Group A-3. The
remaining spaces (not gameplay space) shall have occupant load calculated based on actual use per
Table 1004.5. The applicant is aware that plans must be prepared by an architect licensed by the State
of Washington.
We also discussed exiting safety. I suggested that he discuss this with his architect and see what
suggestions they may have on required exiting and exit signage. Based on occupant classification,
emergency egress lighting will be required for the space.
Thank you,
ROBERT SHUEY, CBO, Director of Development Services/Building O4icial
City of Renton // Development Services
Virtual Permit Center // Online Applications and Inspections
cell 206-550-8523
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