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PLAT NAME
Renton City Council requests that the plat name remains constant throughout all development applications.
Please give careful consideration to your plat name with special attention to uniqueness,as it will be used by the
City throughout the developmentprocess.
TIME FRAME
The average time frame for processing of a Preliminary Short Plat application is typically 6 to 8 weeks,and the
decision is issued administratively by the Administrator.This time frame assumes no appeals arefiled.As a Type
2 application it requires public notice which provides an opportunity for public commentsprior to a decision.
ADDITIONAL PERMITS
Additional permits from other agencies may be required.It is the applicant’s responsibility to obtain these other
approvals.Information regarding these other requirements may be found at_https://apps.oria.wa.gov/opas/
SOME KEY THINGS TO REMEMBER
1.City Staff or other agencies may request additional information during the review and decision-making process.
2.Itis important that the applicant submit the requested material quickly to avoid delays in the process.
3.Anytime spentgathering data and/or additional city review period will increase the time required to process
the application.
SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST
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.The applicant should contact the
assigned Development Engineerif there are any questions regarding submittal requirements.
1.Pre-Application Meeting Summary:If the application was reviewed at a “pre-application meeting.”
C1 2.Waiver Form:A Waiver Form will be provided to you by City Staff during the Pre-Submittal Review.The
Waiver Form should be submitted with the land use application.
b/s.Land Use Permit Master Application Form:The standardized application form used for the
majority of land use permit applications including,but not limited to,the following:
Owner,applicant,and contact person names,addresses and telephone numbers;a.
b.Notarized signatures of all current property owners;
c.Nameof the proposedproject;
d.Project/property address;
e.King County Assessor’s tax account number;
f.Existing and proposed land uses;
g.Existing and,if applicable,proposed Comprehensive Plan map designation;
h.Existing and,if applicable,proposed zoning designation;
Site area;
j.Estimated project cost
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k.Whetheror no the project site contains any environmentally sensitive areas;and
|.Property legal description.
Note:The application must have notarized signatures of ALL current property ownerslisted on theTitle
Report.If the property owneris a corporation,the authorized representative must attach proofof signing
authority on behalf of the corporation.The legal description of the property must be attached to the
application form.
O 4.Fees:The application must be accompanied by the required application fee (see Fee Schedule).Please call
425-430-7294 to verify the exact amount required.Checks should be madeoutto the City ofRenton and cannot
be acceptedfor over the total fee amount.Credit cards mayalso be used to pay required application fees.Fees
are paid at Cashier on the 1st Floor City Hall.
wd5,Project Narrative:A clear and concise description and summaryof the proposed project,including the
following:
a.Project name,size and locationofsite;
b.Zoning designation of the site and adjacent properties;
c.Current use of the site and anyexisting improvements;
d.Special site features(i.e.,wetlands,water bodies,steep slopes);
e.Statement addressingsoil type and drainage conditions;
f.Proposed use of the property and scope of the proposed development(i.e.,height,square footage,lot
coverage,parking,access,etc.);
g.Proposed off-site improvements(i.e.,installation of sidewalks,fire hydrants,sewer main,etc.);
Total estimated construction cost and estimated fair market value of the proposedproject;
i.Estimated quantities and type of materials involvedif any fill or excavation is proposed;
j.Number,type andsize of trees to be removed;
k.Explanation of any land to be dedicated to the City;and
|.For shoreline applications only:
e Name of adjacent water area or wetlands,
e Nature of existing shoreline —describe:
Type of shoreline (i.e.,lake,stream,lagoon,marsh,bog,floodplain,floodway);
Type of beach(i.e.,accretion,erosion,high bank-low bank);
Type of material (i.e.,sand,gravel,mud,clay,rock,riprap);and
The extent and type of any bulkheading,and
e The number andlocation of structures and/or residential units (existing and potential)which
might have views obstructed as a result of the proposed project;and
m.The proposed number,size,and density of the new lots,for subdivision applications only.
Wren 6.Environmental Checklist:The standard State of Washington form required under WAC 197-11-742 and 197-
11-960.
N\keo 7.Rezone,Variance,Modification,or Conditional Use Justification:Please contact the Planning Division to
determine whether your project proposal triggers any additional land use permits.If so,additional information
may be required.
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of8.Density WorksheetThis can be found on the City’s website:https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/
DocView.aspx?id=8461915&dbid=0&repo=CityofRenton
9.Construction Mitigation Description:A written narrative addressing eachofthe following:
a.Proposed construction dates (begin and end dates);
b.Hours and daysof operation;
c.Proposed hauling/transportation routes;
Measuresto be implemented to minimize dust,traffic and transportation impacts,erosion,mud,noise,
and other noxious characteristics;
d.Any special hours proposed for construction or hauling(i.e.weekends,late nights);and
e.Preliminary traffic control plan.
Note:If your project requires the use of cranes,please contactthe City’s Airport Manager at 425-430-7471 to
ol1svase whetherFederal Aviation Administration (FAA)notification will be required.
1 0.Plat Certificate or Title Report:A document preparedbya title insurance company documenting the
ownershipandtitle of all interested parties in the plat,subdivision,or dedication and listing all
encumbrances.In the case of a finalplat,the certificate shall be dated within fortyfive (45)days prior to the
approvalofthefinalplat.
Vira 11.Draft Legal Documents:Please provide any proposedstreet dedications,restrictive covenants,draft
Homeowners Association,or any other legal documents pertaining to the development and useof the
property.
12.Neighborhood Detail Map:Please provide a map,drawnata scale of one inch equals one hundredfeet(1"
=100')or one inch equals two hundred feet (1"=200')(or other scale approvedby the PlanningDivision Director
or designee).The map shall showthelocation of the subject site relative to the property boundaries of the
surrounding parcels within approximately one thousand feet (1,000')or approximately two thousand five
hundred feet (2,500')for properties overfive (5)acres and identifying the subject site with a darker perimeter
line than that of surrounding properties.The map shall also show the property’slot lines,existing land uses,
building outlines,City boundaries of the City of Renton(if applicable),north arrow (oriented to the top of the
plan sheet),graphic scale used for the map,and City of Renton (not King County)street namesfor all streets
shown.(Amd.Ord.4963,5
-13-2002)
O 13.Affidavit of Installation of Public Information Sign(s):A notarized statement signed by the applicant of
applicant’s representative attesting that the required public information sign(s)has been installed in
cordancewith City Code requirements.
14.Short Plat Map,Preliminary:A fully dimensioned plan,drawnat a scale of one inch equals forty feet (1"=
40’)on an eighteen inch by twenty four inch (18"x 24")plan sheet (or other size or scale approved by the
Planning Division Director or designee)and including the following information:
Nameof the proposedshort plat (and spacefor the future City file number);a.
b.Names and addressesof the engineer,licensed land surveyor,and all property owners;
c.Legal description of the property;
d.Date,graphic scale,and north arrow oriented to the top of the plan sheet;
e.Vicinity map (a reduced version of the “neighborhood detail map”as defined above);
f.Adrawing of the subject property with all existing and proposed property lines dimensioned,
indicating the required yards (setbacks)with dashedlines;
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Location of the subject site with respect to the nearest street intersections (including intersections
opposite the subject property),alleys and otherrights-of-way,showing how accesswill be provided to
all lots;
Names,locations,widths and other dimensionsof existing and proposedstreets,alleys,easements,
parks,open spacesand reservations;
Contours and elevations at minimum five foot (5')vertical intervals to the extent necessary to predict
drainage characteristics of the property.Approximate,estimated contour lines shall be extended at
least one hundred feet (100')beyond the boundaries of the proposed short plat;
Location and dimensions of any existing and proposed structures,existing trees on and abutting the
site,
existing or proposed fencingor retaining walls,freestanding signs,and easements;Location of existing
conditions on or adjacent to the site which could hinder development.Include boundaries ofutility,
openspace,and/or critical area(s)tracts,square footage,and purpose statementof eachtract.Clearly
delineate the critical area and buffer boundaries within the tract and indicate a dimension for buffer
width;
Flood hazard information and boundary on the subdivision drawing including the nature,location,
dimensions,and elevations of the subdivided area;and
A legendlisting the following included on thefirst sheet of the short plat plan:
e Short plat,
e Proposed number oflots,
e Zoning of the subjectsite,
e Proposed square footage in each lot,and
e Percentage of land in streets and open space.(Amd.Ord.4835,3-27-2000;Ord.5757,6-1-2015)
A Landscape Plan,Conceptual:A fully dimensioned plan,prepared by a landscape architect registered in
the State of Washington,a certified nurseryman,or other similarly qualified professional,drawn at the same
scale as the project site plan (or other scale approved by the Community and Economic Development
Administrator),clearly indicating the following:
a.
b.
c.
2.
Date,graphic scale,and north arrow;
Location of proposed buildings,parking areas,access and existing buildings to remain;
Namesand locations of abutting streets and public improvements,including easements;
Existing and proposed contoursatfive foot(5')intervals orless;
and those required inRMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Regulations;
Location and height for proposed berming;
Location and elevations for any proposed landscape-related structures such as arbors,gazebos,
fencing,etc.;
Location,size,spacing and namesof existing and proposed shrubs,trees,ground covers,and
decorative rockery or like landscape improvementsin relationship to proposed and existing utilities;
and
Thelocation,size and speciesof all protected trees on site.Protected trees shall have the approximate
drip
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ne.Topography Map:A map showingthe existing land contours usingvertical intervals of not more than five
feet (5').For any existing buildings the map shall show thefinished floor elevations of each floor of the building.
pe 17.Tree Retention/Land Clearing (Tree Inventory)Plan:A completed tree retention worksheet accompanied
by a full dimensional plan,drawnbya certified arborist or a licensed landscapearchitect,based onfinished
grade,drawn at the same scale asthe project site plan with the northern propertyline at the top of the sheet,
clearly showing the following:No Gy n
a.
b.
é.
iy }.——Proan—Tree o 4)+ho property
All property boundaries and adjacent'streets;.
Location of all areas proposed to be cleared;
Species andsizes of vegetation to be removed,altered or retained and the boundaries and
predominantspeciesof standsof trees consistingof five (5)or more trees.This requirement applies
only to trees six inch (6")caliper andlarger,fifty four inches (54")above grade,and the location,size
and speciesofall protected trees on thesite;For trees proposed to be retained,a complete
description of each tree’s health,condition,and viability;
For trees proposedto be retained,a description of the method(s)used to determine the limits of
disturbance(i.e.,critical root zone,root plate diameter,or a case-by-case basis description for
individual trees);
For trees proposed to be preserved within a tree protection tract,any special instructions for
maintenance(e.g.,trimming,ground clearing,root pruning,monitoring,aftercare,etc.);
For trees not viable for retention,the reason(s)for removal based on poorhealth,highrisk offailure
due to structure,defects,unavoidable isolation (i.e.,high blow downpotential),or unsuitability of
species,etc.,and for which no reasonablealternative action is possible (pruning,cabling,etc.);
A description of the impact of necessary tree removal to the remainingtrees,including thosein a grove
or on abutting properties;
For developmentapplications,a discussionof timing and installation of tree protection measuresthat
must include fencing and be in accordancewith the tree protection standards as outlined in RMC 4-4-
130H9,Protection Measures During Construction;
The suggested location and species of supplemental trees to be used when required.The report shall
include planting and maintenancespecifications;
Future building sites and drip lines of any trees which will overhang/overlap a constructionline;
Location and dimensionsofrights-of-way,utility lines,fire hydrants,street lighting,and easements;
Wherethe drip line of a tree overlaps an area where construction activities will occur,this shall
be
indicated on theplan;
For allowed activities,including allowed exemptions,modifications,and variances,showall trees
proposed to be removedin priority tree retention areas:slopes twentyfive percent (25%)to thirty nine
percent (39%),high or very high landslide hazard areas,and high erosion hazardareas;
Showtrees to be removedin protected critical areas:wetlands,Shorelines of the State,streams and
lakes,floodways,floodplain slopes forty percent (40%)or greater,very high landslide hazard areas,
and critical habitat if the activity is exempt or allowed by thecritical areas regulations in RMC 4-3-
050C3,Exemptions
—Critical Areas and Buffers;
Showall trees to be retained in critical area buffers;and
In all other areas of the site,trees to be removed maybe indicated generally with clearing limit lines
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except for protected trees.The location,size,and species of all protected trees on site shall be
shown.The plan shall also differentiate any approved replacementtrees from the protectedtrees.
Replacement trees may be authorized in accordance with RMC 4-4-130H1e,Replacement
Requirements,and the numberof replacementtrees shall be determined pursuant to any planned
La replanting areas in accordance with RMC 4-4-130H1c,Calculating Tree Retention.
1 8.Tree Retention and Credit Worksheet:Please provide a completed City of Renton tree retention
worksheet.
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=8464283&dbid=1&repo=CityofRenton
WRT 19.Arborist Report:A report prepared by a certified arborist or licensed landscape architect that correlates
with the Tree Retention/Land Clearing Plan and identifies size,species,health,and rgason,for any removal,The .
report shall identify the limits of disturbanceforall retained trees.No Cig en Tree 6 Ae yore nr
W yt 20.Standard Stream or Lake Study:A report shall be prepared by a qu lified biologist and include the
\following information:
e Site Map:Site map(s)indicating,at a scale no smaller than one inch equals twentyfeet (1"=20’)
(unless otherwise approved by the Community and Economic Development Administrator):The
entire parcel of land owned by the applicant,including one hundred feet (100')of the abutting
parcels through which the water body(ies)flow(s);
e The ordinary high water mark (OHWM)determinedin thefield by a qualified consultant pursuant to
e Stream or lake classification,as recorded in the City of Renton’s COR Maps,the City’s online
interactive mapping application available through the City’s website,for the City of Renton Water
Class orRMC 4-
3-090(if unclassified,see “Supplemental Stream or Lake Study”below);
e Topography of the site and abutting lands in relation to the stream(s)and its/their buffer(s)at
contour intervals of two feet (2')where slopes are less than ten percent (10%),and offive feet (5')
whereslopesareten percent (10%)or greater;
e One hundred (100)year floodplain and floodway boundaries,including one hundred feet (100’)of
the abutting parcels through whichthe water body(ies)flow(s);
e Site drainage patterns,using arrowsto indicate the direction of major drainageflow;
e Top view and typical cross-section viewsof the stream or lake bed,banks,and buffers to scale;
e The vegetative cover of the entire site,including the stream orlake,banks,riparian area,and/or
abutting wetland areas,extending one hundred feet (100')upstream and downstream from the
property line.Include position,species,and size of all trees of at least six inch (6")caliper and
larger,fifty four inches (54")above grade,and the location,size and speciesofall protected trees
on the site that are within one hundred feet (100')of the OHWM,and the location of measuresto
protect trees on and abuttingthe site;
e The location,width,depth,and length of all existing and proposed structures,roads,stormwater
managementfacilities,wastewater treatment and installations in relation to the stream/lake and
its/their buffer(s);and
e Location of site access,ingress and egress.
b.Grading Plan:A grading plan prepared in accordance with RMC 4-8-120D7,and showing contour
intervals of two feet (2')where slopesare less than ten percent (10%),and offive feet (5')where slopes
are ten percent (10%)or greater.
c.Stream or Lake Assessment Narrative:A narrative report,formatted to eight and one-half inches
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(8.5")by eleven inches (11"),shall be prepared to accompanythesite plan anddescribes:
e The stream orlake classification as recorded in the City of Renton’s COR Maps,the City’s online
interactive mapping application available through the City’s website,for the City of Renton Water
Class or RMC 4-3-090;
e The vegetative cover of the site,including the stream or lake,banks,riparian area,wetland areas,
and flood hazard areas extending one hundred feet (100')upstream and downstream from the
propertyline,including the impacts of the proposalon the identified vegetation;
e The ecological functionscurrently provided by the stream/lake and existing riparian area andthe
impacts of the proposal onthe identified ecological functions;
e Observed or reported fish and wildlife that make use of the area including,but not limited to,
salmonids,mammals,and bird nesting,breeding,and feeding/foraging areas,including the
impacts of the proposal on the identified fish and wildlife;
e Measures to protect trees,as defined in RMC 4-11-200,and vegetation;and
For shorelines regulated under RMC 4-3-090,Shoreline Master Program Regulations,the study
shall demonstrate if the proposal meets the criteria of no net loss of ecological functions as
described in RMC 4-3-090D2.If the proposal requires mitigation for substantial impacts to the
existing vegetation buffer in order to demonstrate no net loss of ecological functions,a
supplemental stream orlake studyis required.o
Note:Please provide a report containing the information specified in RMC Section_4-8-120D.19.In
addition,if the project involves an unclassified stream,a supplemental stream or lake study is also
required.If any alteration to a water-body or buffer is proposed a supplemental stream or lake study
and mitigation plan are also required.
21.Flood Hazard Data:Flood hazard data includes:
a.Plans in duplicate drawn to scale showingthe nature,location,dimensions,and elevations of the area
in question;existing or proposed structures,fill,storage of materials,drainage facilities,and the
location of the foregoing;
Elevation in relation to mean sea level of the lowestfloor (including basement)of allstructures;
Elevation in relation to meansealevel to which anystructure has beenfloodproofed;
Certification by a registered professional engineer or architect that the floodproofing methods
criteria in
RMC 4-3-05013c;and for any nonresidential structure meet the floodproofing;and
Description of the extent to which a watercourse will be altered or relocated as a result of proposed
development.
22.Biological Assessment/Critical Areas Study:Projects with the potential to impact fish (Chinook salmon,
bull trout,steelhead trout),unexpected,new,rare or other endangered species habitat (bald eagles)shall
provide a biological assessment/critical area study.The purposeof this assessmentis to determine whethera
proposedaction is likely to:(1)adversely affect listed or de-listed species or designated critical habitat;(2)
jeopardize the continued existence of species that are proposedforlisting,or unexpected,new or rare species;
or (3)adversely modify proposedcritical habitat.A biological assessment/critical area study is a written study
that evaluates the proposal,all probable impacts and risks related to the critical area,and recommends
appropriate mitigation measures to adequately protect the functions and values of the critical area,and
preserve anadromous fish andtheir habitat.
The assessment/study shall be prepared by a person with experience and training in the scientific discipline
appropriate for the relevant critical area in accordance with WAC 365-195-095(4).A qualified professional
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musthave obtained a B.S.or B.A.or equivalent degreein biology,engineering,environmental studies,fisheries,
geomorphology,biological assessment,or related field,and have at least five (5)years of related work
experience.
a.A qualified professionalfor wetlands mustbe a professionalwetland scientist with at least two (2)years
of full-time work experience as a wetlands professional,including delineating wetlands using the
federal manuals and supplements,preparing wetlands reports,conducting function assessments,and
developing and implementing mitigation plans.
A qualified professional for Habitat conservation must have a degreein biology or a related degree and
professional experiencerelated to the subject species.
A qualified professionalfor a geological hazard must be a professional engineeror geologist,licensed
inthe
state of Washington.
A qualified professional for Wellhead Protection Areas meansa hydrogeologist,geologist,engineer,or
other scientist with experience in preparing hydrogeologic assessments.
The assessment/study shall use scientifically valid methods and studiesin the analysisof critical area data
andfield reconnaissance and reference the sourceof the material used.Best available scienceis that
scientific information applicable to the critical area prepared by local state or federal natural agencies or a
qualified scientific professionalthat is consistent with the criteria established in WAC395-195-900 through,
365-195-925.The assessment/study shall contain,at a minimum,the following information,as applicable:
a.
b.
The name andcontactinformation of the applicant;
The dates,names,and qualifications of the persons preparing the assessment/study and
documentation of
any fieldwork performedonthesite;
A description of the proposal and identification of the permits requested;
A site plan showing:
e Identified critical areas,buffers and the development proposal with dimensions;
e Topographyat two-foot (2')intervals;
e Limits of any areas to be cleared/impacted;and
e Adescription of the proposed stormwater managementplan for the development and
consideration of impacts to drainage alterations;
Accurate identification,location,and characterization of critical areas,water bodies,and buffers
adjacent
to the proposed project area or potentially impacted by the proposed project;
A statement specifying the accuracy of the assessment/study,assumptions usedin the
assessment/study,and explaining how best available science has been incorporated;
Determination of the degree of hazard andrisk from the proposalboth on the site and on surrounding
properties;
An assessmentof the probable cumulative impacts to the critical areas,their buffers and other
properties
resulting from the proposal;
An evaluation of the project’s compliance with sections 7 and 9 of the Endangered Species Act;
A description of reasonable efforts made to apply mitigation sequencing to avoid,minimize,and
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mitigate impactsto critical areas;
k.Plans for adequate mitigation to offset any impacts and an explanation of how best management
practices
will be used to minimize impactsto critical area;and
|.Recommendations for maintenance,short-term and long-term monitoring,contingency plans and
security requirements.
O 23.Habitat Data Report:Habitat data reports include:
a.Site Plan:Thesite plan shall indicate:
e The vegetative cover types reflecting the general boundaries of the different plant communities on
the site;
e The exactlocations and specifications forall activities associated with site developmentincluding
the type,extent and methodof operations;
e Top view and typical cross-section viewsof critical habitat/wildlife habitat toscale;
e Theresults of searchesof the State Departmentof Fish and Wildlife’s Natural Heritage and Non-
Game Data System databases;
e The results of searches of the Washington State Departmentof Fish and Wildlife Priority Habitat
and Species database.
b.Narrative Report:A narrative report shall be prepared to accompanythe site plan whichdescribes:
e The layers,diversity and variety of habitat found on the site;
e The location of any migration or movementcorridors;The species typically associated with the
covertypes,including an identification of any critical wildlife species that might be expected to be
found;
e Identification of any areas that have been previously disturbed or degraded by human activity or
natural processes;
e A summary of existing habitat functions and values,utilizing a habitat evaluation procedure or
methodology approved bythe City;
e A summary of proposed habitat alterations and impacts and proposed habitat management
program.Potential impacts may include butare notlimited to clearing of vegetation,fragmentation
of wildlife habitat,expected decrease in species diversity or quantity,changes in water quality,
ol increases in humanintrusion,and impacts on wetlands or water resources.(Ord.4835,3-27-2000)
24.Geotechnical Report:A study prepared in accordance with generally accepted geotechnical practices and
stamped by a professional engineer licensed in the State of Washington whichincludes soils and slope stability
analysis,boring and test pit logs,and recommendations on slope setbacks,foundation design,retaining wall
design,material selection,and all other pertinent elements.If the evaluation involves geologic evaluations or
interpretations,the report shall be reviewed and approved by a geologist.Further recommendations,additions
or exceptionsto the original report based on the plans,site conditions,or other supporting data shall be signed
and sealedby the geotechnical engineer.If the geotechnical engineer whoreviews the plans and specifications
is not the same engineer who prepared the geotechnical report,the new engineer shall,in a letter to the City
accompanying the plans and specifications,express his or her agreement or disagreement with the
recommendationsin the geotechnical report and state that the plans and specifications conform to his or her
recommendations.If the site contains a geologic hazard regulated by the critical areas regulations,the
preparation and content requirements ofRMC4-8-120D,Table 18 shall also apply.If the site is within a channel
migration zone,within shoreline jurisdiction,the geotechnical report shall also include a geomorphic
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assessment by a Washington State licensed geologist with engineering geology or hydrogeology specialty
license plus experience in conductingfluvial geomorphic assessments,
ohws,Letter of Understanding Geologic Risk:The applicant,or the ownerofthe site,shall submit a letter to the
City,with the plans and specifications,stating that he or she understandsand acceptstherisk of developingin
an unstable area and that he or she will advise,in writing,any prospective purchasers of the site,or any
prospective purchasersof structuresor portions of structures on thesite,of the unstable potential of the area.
npr 26.Wetland Assessment:A wetland assessmentincludesthe following:
a.Adescription of the project and maps at a scale no smaller than one inch equals two hundredfeet(1"=
200')showingthe entire parcelof land owned bythe applicant and the wetland boundary surveyed by a
qualified surveyor,and pursuant to RMC 4-3-050F2,Plans and Studies Required;
b.A description of the vegetative cover of the wetland and adjacent area including identification of the
dominant plant and animal species;
c.A site plan for the proposed activity at a scale no smaller than one inch equals two hundredfeet (1"=
200')showing the location,width,depth and length of all existing and proposed structures,roads,
stormwater managementfacilities,sewage treatment and installations within the wetland and its
buffer;
d.The exact locations and specifications for all activities associated with site developmentincluding the
type,extent and methodof operations;
e.Elevations of the site and adjacent lands within the wetland andits buffer at contour intervals of no
greaterthan five feet (5')or at a contourinterval appropriate to the site topography and acceptable to
the City;
f.Top view andtypical cross-section viewsof the wetland andits buffer toscale;
g.The purposes of the project;Such other information as may be needed by the City,including but not
limited to a study of hazards if presentonsite,the effect of any protective measuresthat might be taken
to reduce such hazards;and any other information deemed necessary to verify compliance with the
provisions of this Section.(Ord.4587,3-18-1996;Amd.Ord.4835,3-27-2000;Ord.5137,4-25-2005;
Ord.5757,6-1-2015)
fo Utilities Plan,Generalized:A plan drawn on twenty twoinch bythirty four inch (22"x 34")plan sheets using
a graphic scale of one inch equals twenty feet (1"=20')(or other scale or size approved by the Planning
Division’s Development Engineering Manager or designee)clearly showingall existing (to remain)and proposed
public or private improvements to be dedicatedorsold to the public including,but not limited to:curbs,gutters,
sidewalks,median islands,street trees,fire hydrants,utility poles,refuse areas,signage,freestandinglighting
fixtures,utility junction boxes,public utility transformers,etc.,along the full property frontage.The finished
floor elevationsfor eachfloor of proposed and existing (to remain)structures shall be shown.(Amd.Ord.4835,
-27-2000)
28.Drainage Control Plan:Please provide a plan complying with the requirements of RMC4-6-030,Drainage
and Water Quality (Surface Water)Standards,and the most current City of Renton Surface Water Design
o/bra The plans shall be stampedbya civil engineerlicensed in the State of Washington.
29.Drainage Report:Please provide a Technical Information Report (TIR)complying with the requirements
of RMC 4-6-030,Drainage and Water Quality (Surface Water)Standards,and the most current edition of Cityof
Renton Surface Water Design Manual.The report (TIR)shall be stampedby a civil engineer licensed in the State
of Washington and shall contain the following:
a.Section 1:Project Overview
b.Section 2:Conditions and Requirements Summary
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Section 3:Offsite Analysis
Section 4:Flow Control and Water Quality Facility Analysis and Design
Section 5:Conveyance System Analysis and Design
Section 6:Special Reports and Studies
Section 7:Other Permit
Section 8:CSWPPPAnalysis and Design
Section 9:Bond Quantities,Facility Summaries,and Declaration of Covenant
Section 10:Operations and Maintenance Manual.
ovo.Street Profiles and Cross Sections:Please provide a plan thatidentifies the street profiles and grades of
each street,togetherwith typical cross sectionsindicating width of pavement,location and width of sidewalks,
nd location and size ofutility mains.
ol a1.Grading Elevations and Plan,Conceptual:This is required if the proposed grade differential on-site will
exceed 24"from the top of the curb orif the amountof earth to be disturbed exceeds 500 cubic yards.Please
provide a twenty-twoinch by thirty-four inch (22"x 34")plan drawn by a State of Washington licensed civil
engineer at a scale of oneinchto forty feet (1"to 40')(horizontal feet)and oneinch to tenfeet (1"to 10’)(vertical
feet)(or other size plan sheet or scale approved by the Planning Division Development Engineering Manageror
designee)clearly indicating the following:
a.
b.
Graphic scale and north arrow
Dimensionsofall property lines,easements,and abutting streets
Location and dimension of all on-site structures and the location of any structures within fifteen feet
(15')of the subject property or which may beaffected by the proposed work;
Accurate existing and proposed contourlines drawn at two-foot,or less,intervals showing existing
ground anddetails of terrain and area drainage to include surroundingoff-site contours within 100-
feet of the site
Location of natural drainage systems,including perennial and intermittent streams,the presence of
bordering vegetation,and floodplains;
Setback areas and any areas not to be disturbed,including the location,size and species of all
protected trees onsite.Protected trees shall have the approximatedrip line shown.The methodof tree
protection during grading and construction shall be shown.If grade changes in the vicinity of the
protected trees are necessary,the methodof reconciling the drip line with the finished elevation shall
be included (see RMC 4-4-130,Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations);
Finished contours drawnatfive foot (5')intervals as a result of grading;
Proposeddrainage channels and related construction with associated underground storm lines sized
and connections shown;and
General notes addressing the following (maybe listed on the coversheet):
e Areain squarefeet of the entire property.
e Area of work in square feet.
e Boththe numberof tons and cubic yards of soil to be added,removed,orrelocated.
e Type and locationoffill origin,and destination of any soil to be removed fromsite.
e Finished floor elevation(s)of all structures,existing and proposed.
N}po 32.Colored Rendering:A computer-generated exterior color view of the proposedbuilding(s),site,and
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landscaping in three (3)dimensional form.
33.Covenants,Existing:The recorded limitation on property which maybesetforth in the property deed
and/oridentified in a title report.
34.Easements,Existing:A recorded documentby the property owner granting one or moreprivileges to use
the owner’s land to and/orfor the use by the public,a corporation or another person or entity.Easements may
be referenced by property deed and are identified in the propertytitle report.
/35.Hazardous Materials Management Statement:A statement whichincludes:
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a.Adescription of refueling of construction vehicles that will occur on the site and an inventory of
hazardous
materials expected to be temporarily stored,dispensed,used,or handled onthesite.
b.Adescription of how the requirements in RMC 4-4-030C7,Construction Activity Standards —Zones1
and 2,will be met by the applicant.(Ord.4851,8-7-2000;Amd.Ord.4992,12-9-2002)
36.Electronic Copy:All documents MUST be submitted electronically and meet the City’s current_
Electronic File
37.Documentation of Affordable Housing Experience and 3rd Party Reporting:For applicants seeking
bonus density under the provisions of RMC 4-9-065.For example,an agreement with a community land trust
or other comparable entity acceptable to the City for a project with owner-occupied units and a public housing
authority,non-profit affordable housing developer,or other comparable entity acceptable to the City for a
project with rental units.
REVIEW PROCESS
Once acompleteland use application package has been accepted forinitial review,the Planning Division will post
one notice of the pending application at or near the subject site and mail notices to property owners within 300feet
of the project site.The proposalwill be routed to other City departments and otherjurisdictions or agencies that
may havean interest in the application.The reviewers have two (2)weeksto return their commentsto the Planning
Division.Within approximately two weeks,the Planning Division will prepare a report regarding the proposal’s
compliance with applicable codes and the City’s review criteria.
Environmental Review is required for Short Plat Applications if the property has been previously platted,is
located in an environmentally “critical”area,or if any wetlands or streamsare located onsite.In the event that
Environmental Review is required,the Short Plat application will be presented to the City’s Environmental
Review Committee.The Environmental Review Committee (ERC)is comprised of the Administrator of Public
Works,the Administrator of Community and Economic Development,the Administrator of Community
Services,and the Fire Chief.The Committee is responsible for determining whetherthe proposal will result'in
significant adverse environmental impacts.To do this,the committee will consider such issues as
environmental health hazards,wetlands,groundwater,energy and natural resources and will then issueits
decision (Environmental Threshold Determination).
The Environmental Review Committee will either issue a:
Determination of Non-Significance (DNS)-Make a determination the proposal will have no significant
negative
environmental impacts;or
Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance (DNS-M)-Make a determination the proposal,if modified,
would havenosignificant negative environmental impacts;or
Determination of Significance (DS)-Make a determination the proposal will have significant adverse
environmental impacts and require the applicant to submit an Environmental Impact Statement(EIS)prepared
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by a qualified consultant.
Once the Environmental Review Committee has issued its Environmental Threshold Determination (provided an
EIS is not required),a public notice of the Determination is printed in the Renton Reporter and notice(s)are posted
at or nearthe site.A 14-day appeal period commencesfollowing the publication date.At the discretion of the City,
a separate and additional 15-day commentperiod may be addedprior to the 14-day appeal period.
A public hearing is not required.The Planning Division reviews the plan in conjunction with any Environmental
Review Committee decision and anystaff or public commentsprior to making a decision.The decision to approve,
conditionally approve,or deny the proposal will be mailed to all persons listed on the Master Application and all
parties of record.
APPEAL AND RECONSIDERATION PROCESSFORDECISIONS
Any person,including the applicant,aggrieved by the granting or denial of an application,may make a written
application for reconsideration to the Reviewing Official within fourteen (14)calendar days of the date of the
decision.After review of the request,the Reviewing Official may take whatever action is deemed proper.The
Reviewing Official’s written decision on the reconsideration requestwill be mailed to all parties of record within ten
(10)days from the date the request was filed.If any party is still not satisfied after a reconsideration decision has
been issued,an appeal may be submitted within fourteen (14)days to:
e The Hearing Examiner for Administrative decisions
e The City Council for Hearing Examiner decisions
An appeal maybefiled withoutfirst requesting reconsideration by the Reviewing Official;however,it must befiled
within fourteen (14)days of the date whenthe original decision was issued.See Renton Municipal Code,Section
4-8-
110 for further information on the appeal process and time frames.
INSTALLATION OF IMPROVEMENTS
A Construction Permit must be obtained to install utility lines,transportation improvements and undertake workin
City rights-of-way.Building and Construction Permits are separate permits.A construction permit for the
installation of on-site and off-site utilities will be issued upon the review and approvalofcivil engineering drawings
by Development Engineering and receipt of all applicable development and permit fees.Once any required
improvementshave beeninstalled or deferred,the applicant may proceedto the recording stage.See instructions
for “Short Plat Recording”for more information.
DEFERRAL OF IMPROVEMENTS
If a developer wishes to defer certain on-site or off-site improvements (i.e.landscaping,curbs and sidewalks),
written application with full and complete engineering drawings must be submitted to DevelopmentEngineering.
The application should explain the reasons why suchdelayis necessary.If approvalis granted,security in the form
of an irrevocable letter of credit,set-aside fund,assignment of funds,certified check or other type of security
acceptable to the City shall be furnished to the City in an amount equal to a minimum of 150%of the estimated
costof the required improvements.
EXPIRATION AND EXTENSIONS
Oncean application has been approved,the applicanthas five years to comply with all conditions of approval and
to submit the Short Plat for recording before the approval becomesnull and void.The approval body that approved
the original application may grant a single one-year extension.The approval body mayrequire a public hearing for
such extension.It is the responsibility of the developer to monitor the expiration date.It is the responsibility of the
developer to monitor the expiration date.
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RESOURCES
City of Renton Forms
Electronic File Standards
Note:This handout shall not be used as a substitute for codes and regulations.The Applicant is responsible for
compliance with all codes and regulations,whetheror not described in this document.
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