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PREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR
Lake to Sound Trail to Renton Transit Center (Segment D) Early Works
205 S 7th ST (APN 1923059032)
PRE 26-000219
July 30, 2026
Contact Information:
Planner: Mariah Kerrihard, 425-430-7238, mkerrihard@rentonwa.gov
Public Works Plan Reviewer: Michael Sippo, 425-430-7298, msippo@rentonwa.gov
Fire Prevention Reviewer: Corey Thomas, 425.276.9582, cthomas@RentonRFA.org
Building Department Reviewer: Scott Mitchell, 425.430.7269, SMitchell@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).
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: July 29th, 2026
June 20, 2011
TO: Mariah Kerrihard, Associate Planner
FROM: Michael Sippo, Civil Engineer III
SUBJECT: Lake to Sound Trail to Renton Transit Center (Seg D) Early Works
205 S 7th St, 760 Rainier Ave S, S 7th St, Rainier Ave S, Hardie Ave
SW, & SW 7th St
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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 parcel #’s
192305-9032, 192305-9063 and within the right-of-ways of S 7th St, SW 7th St, Rainier Ave S and
Hardie Ave SW. The following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the
City of Renton by the applicant.
EXISTING CONDITIONS
The Sound Transit Renton Transit Center site is approximately 8.3 acres in size (comprised of 4
parcels) and is rectangular in shape with one lot fronting S Grady Way between Rainier Ave S and
Lake Ave S to the south, one lot bordering Rainier Ave S and Lake Ave S, one lot only bordering
Rainier Ave S to the west and one lot only bordering Lake Ave S to the west. The site is currently
under construction with the northern boundary of the site facilitating a portion of the Lake to Sound
Trail.
The South Renton Park and Ride site is approximately 6.6 acres in size (comprised of 4 parcels) and
is rectangular in shape fronting S Grady Way to the south, Shattuck Ave S to the east, contains Lake
Ave S at the southwest and S 7th St to the north.
The remainder of the project is contained within the rights-of-way of S 7th St, Rainier Ave S, Hardie
Ave SW and SW 7th St.
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The entire project area is essentially flat with the onsite and right-of-way conveyance systems
draining from the east to west where runoff is collected and routed via public conveyance system
to the existing system is Rainier Ave S and the intersection of S Grady Way and Rainier Ave S.
Water Water service is provided by City of Renton. The project site is within the City of Renton’s
water service area in the Valley 196 Pressure Zone. The site is located inside of the City’s
wellhead protection area, Zone 2. The subject property contains an existing 2” lateral
with irrigation meter.
Sewer The project is within the City of Renton’s sanitary sewer service area. No sewer facilities
are anticipated for the project due to being transportation in nature.
Storm The sites are located within two subdrainage basins: the Black River – Springbrook Creek, and
South Renton Drainage Basins and contains only the Zone 2 wellhead protection area onsite.
The area topography is relatively flat and gently slopes from the east to west. There are
stormwater mains on and in the vicinity of the site
Streets
The proposed development fronts and contains S Grady Way, Rainier Ave S, Hardie Ave SW, Lake
Ave S, S 7th St, SW 7th St and Shattuck Ave S.
• S Grady Way is classified as a principal arterial with an existing right-of-way (ROW) width of
100 feet and contains 2 west-bound, 2 east-bound and 2-southbound turn lanes at the
Rainier intersection which tapers to a north-bound turn lane at Lake Ave S.
• Rainier Ave S is classified as a principal arterial with a variable ROW width ranging between
115 and 135 feet. Rainier Ave S contains 3 north-bound and 3 south-bound lanes with one
each of those lanes being dedicated bus/turn-only lanes. At the intersections of S Grady
Way and Hardie Ave SW, lane tapers occur from a center median to add additional
turn/taper lanes. The project frontage contains planter strip and sidewalk that was
constructed as a portion of the Rainier Ave Phase 2 improvements and will have a new
intersection at Rainier Ave S and Hardie Ave SW as a portion of the Sound Transit project.
• Hardie Ave SW is classified as a collector arterial with an existing ROW width of 70 feet and
contains 1 northbound and 1 southbound lane and a dedicated right-turn only from the
south-bound lane onto Rainier Ave S. The intersection with Rainier is separated by a
median planter which only allows for right-in, right-out access to Hardie. The west side of
the street contains planter and sidewalk, whereas the east side only contains sidewalk
adjacent to the curb. The existing street width of 46-feet is wide enough to accommodate
parking on both sides. There is an existing planter that separates the right in/out lanes due
to the acute intersection angle with Rainier.
• Lake Ave S is a private street that is owned and operated by King County Metro for the park
and ride. Road width varies but is generally wide to accommodate bus loading for
passengers and turn movements up to 45-feet in width. Lake Ave S is accessed from S
Grady Way via traffic signal.
• S 7th St is classified as a minor arterial with an existing ROW width of 74 feet and contains 1
westbound and 1 eastbound lanes with dedicated signalized right-turn and left-turn only at
both the intersections of Rainier Ave S and Shattuck Ave S. Both sides of the street contain
5’ wide sidewalks at the back of the curb of the travel lanes. A portion of the project will
increase the sidewalk width and into the private planter/landscaping area located on the
Renton Park and Ride project to the south.
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• SW 7th St is classified as a minor arterial with an existing ROW width of 64 feet and contains
1 westbound and 1 eastbound lanes with dedicated signalized right-turn and left-turn only
at both the intersections of Rainier Ave S and Hardie Ave SW. Both sides of the street
contain 5’ wide sidewalks at the back of the curb of the travel lanes.
WATER COMMENTS
1. Applicant to confirm if both the existing irrigation meter is equipped with a double check
valve assembly (DCVA). If not equipped one, a DCVA will be required for any revisions or
rebuilding of the irrigation system.
2. The development is not subject to meter installation fees based or system development
charges since it is anticipated that any landscaping irrigation updates or revisions will
utilize the existing on-site irrigation meter on the Renton Park and Ride property. Any
irrigation provided on the Sound Transit property will be served by the irrigation system that
is currently under construction.
SEWER COMMENTS
1. No sewer facilities are anticipated for the project due to being transportation in nature.
2. There is an existing side sewer lateral mapped on the South Renton Park and Ride property
where the proposed improvements cross at unknown depth. The lateral may need to be
protected and/or sleeved during construction.
SURFACE WATER
1. Drainage plans and a drainage report complying with the adopted 2022 Renton Surface Water
Design Manual will be required. Refer to Figure 1.1.2.A – Flow Chart of the 2022 Renton Surface
Water Design Manual (RSWDM) to determine what type of drainage review is required for this
site. The project is in the City’s Peak Rate Flow Control (Matching Existing) Standard. The site
falls within the Black River drainage basin.
2. Critical areas on site that may impact surface water review include: the project site is located
within the City’s Wellhead/Aquifer Protection Area Zone 2. Any open facilities and open
conveyance systems may require a liner in accordance with the design criteria in Sections 6.2.4
and 1.2.3.3 of the 2022 City of Renton Surface Water Design Manual.
3. The current Surface Water Standard Plans shall be used in all drainage plan submittals. The
current City of Renton Standard Details are available online in the City of Renton
website:https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=990403&dbid=0&repo=City
ofRenton
4. If the new plus replaced pollution generating impervious surface exceeds 5,000 SF, the
applicant will be required to provide enhanced basic water quality treatment. Any proposed
detention and/or water quality vault shall be designed in accordance with the RSWDM that is
current at the time of civil construction permit application. Separate structural plans will be
required to be submitted for review and approval under a separate building permit for the
detention and/or water quality vault.
5. Storm drainage improvements along all public street frontages are required to conform to the
City’s street and stormwater conveyance standards. Any new storm drain installed on or off-
site shall be designed and sized in accordance with standards found in Chapter 4 of the 2022
RSWDM and shall account for the total upstream tributary area, assuming developed
conditions for onsite tributary areas and existing conditions for any offsite tributary areas.
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6. A geotechnical report for the South Renton Transit Center Site was prepared by HWA
Geosciences, Inc. dated March, 2022. The report includes information concerning the soils,
geology, drainage patterns, vegetation present, water table and soil permeability, with
recommendations of appropriate on-site BMP options with typical designs for the site from the
geotechnical engineer. Due to the localized proximity of projects, the applicant may elect to
have a peer review of the report provided by a licensed geothechnical engineer as
supplemental to any report information and findings. A technical memorandum will need to be
provided by the engineer with the land-use submittal stating how and why any conclusions and
concurrence with the HWA Geosciences report findings are applicable.
7. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided.
8. A Construction Stormwater General Permit from Department of Ecology may be required if the
overall work, impact and staging areas exceeds one acre. A Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Plan (SWPPP) is required for this project.
9. The development is subject to a surface water system development charge (SDC) fees. Fees
will be charged based on the rate at the time of construction permit issuance.
• The current SDC fee is charged per square foot of new impervious surface at $0.94 per
square foot, but not less than $2,350.
• The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=8217302&dbid=1&repo=City
ofRenton
TRANSPORTATION
1. As this project is primarily transportation in nature, no street frontage improvements or right of
way dedication are required, however, if during Land-Use and/or other agency reviews it is
determined that outside site and parking/lot revisions are required, the project may become
subject to further transportation review.
2. All improvements within the right-of-way and on the public transit center properties must meet
American’s With Disabilities Act’s (ADA) and Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines
(PROWAG) requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, intersection push button pole
upgrades at the new Rainier/Hardy and Hardie/SW 7th intersections, ramp and landing upgrades.
3. Revisions to crosswalks, street striping/multi-modal lanes, and paths will be subject to
coordination and review by the City’s Transportation division to ensure that the proposed layout
fits within the City’s transportation element and long-term planning. Revisions and upgrades to
signalized intersections may be required due to changes in lane configuration, especially at the
intersection of Hardie/SW 7th. Coordination with the Sound Transit project will be required if any
revisions to the new signal at Rainier/Hardie are required or needed.
4. Street lighting and street trees are required to meet current city standards. Final lighting plans
are required to be submitted with the civil construction permit application and will be reviewed
during the construction utility permit review.
5. Paving and trench restoration will comply with the City’s Trench Restoration and Overlay
Requirements.
6. The development is likely not subject to transportation impact fees since it is transportation in
nature.
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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. Adequate separation between utilities as well as other features shall be provided in
accordance with code requirements:
a. 7-ft minimum horizontal and 1-ft vertical separation between storm and other utilities is
required with the exception of water lines which require 10-ft horizontal and 1.5-ft
vertical.
b. The stormwater line should be minimum 5 feet away from any other structure or wall or
building.
c. Trench of any utility should not be in the zone of influence of the retaining wall or of the
building.
3. 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.
4. A landscaping plan and tree retention shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each
plan shall be on separate sheets.
5. Additional Building Permit Applications will be required for the following:
a. Any retaining walls that exceed 4 feet in height, as defined by RMC 4-4-040.
b. Detention vaults for storm water flow control.
c. Demo of any existing structures on the project site(s).
6. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2026 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 www.rentonwa.gov for the current fee schedule.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: July 30, 2026
TO: Pre-Application File No. PRE26-000219
FROM: Mariah Kerrihard, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: Lake to Sound Trail to Renton Transit Center (Segment D)
Early Works – 205 S 7th St (APN 1923059032)
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 applicant, King County Parks, in coordination with Sound Transit and
King County Metro, is proposing a trail extension from the existing Lake to Sound Trail to
Renton Transit Center (Segment D) Early Works project to construct a shared use path and a
300 foot (300’) two-way protected bicycle lane connecting the future Renton Transit Center
to nearby streets and the South Renton Park & Ride. The project site is located on APN
1923059032, the trail is proposed along SW 7th St, Hardie Ave SW, across Rainier Ave S and
through APN 1923059063. The project includes approximately 750 linear feet (750’) of new
shared use path with a maximum width of about twenty-two feet (22’) and approximately 300
linear feet (300’) of new two-way protected bicycle lane with a width of about eighteen feet
(18’), created by restriping and reconfiguring existing roadway space. Based on the current
concept, the project would require an estimated 40,000 cubic feet of excavation and
associated fill to construct the Segment D shared‑use path and protected bicycle lane
improvements.
The west segment would extend improvements from the Sound Transit Renton Transit Center
at Rainier Ave S and Hardie Ave SW northward along Hardie Ave SW to the intersection of SW
7th St and Hardie Ave SW, providing a shared use path and protected bicycle lanes within
existing right-of-way. The east segment would extend from the Renton Transit Center at the
Lake Ave S curve north to S 7th St and then east to the intersection of SW 7th St and Shattuck
Ave S, replacing the existing sidewalk with a shared use path and connecting to Sound
Transit’s planned protected bicycle lanes on Lake Ave S.
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This project is part of the regional Lake to Sound Trail system and is intended to provide a
continuous bicycle and pedestrian connection between the Renton Transit Center, the South
Renton Park & Ride, and other regional trails, as well as walking and bicycling access to
transit. The City of Renton mapping indicates the site is within a High Seismic Hazard Area
and Wellhead Protection Zone 2. Based on the pre‑application materials, no trees are
currently proposed for removal.
Current Use: The project site at APN 1923059032 which is currently a Park and Ride, shared
use. The other parcel within the scope of work is APN 1923059063 is under construction to
develop a new Transit Center.
1. Zoning /Land Use Designation, and Overlays: The subject property is located in the
Commercial Arterial (CA) zoning district and Commercial and Mixed Use (CMU) land use
designation. The purpose of the Commercial Arterial Zone (CA) is to evolve from “strip
commercial” linear business districts to business areas characterized by enhanced site
planning and pedestrian orientation, incorporating efficient parking lot design,
coordinated access, amenities and boulevard treatment with greater densities. The CA
Zone provides for a wide variety of retail sales, services, and other commercial activities
along high-volume traffic corridors. Residential uses may be integrated into the zone
through mixed-use buildings. Overlay districts for the property include Urban Design
District D, Rainier Grady Junction overlay, and (FAR) Part 77 – Airport Height Restrictions.
Park, community/regional, new are permitted with an approved administrative
conditional use permit.
PARK, COMMUNITY/REGIONAL: Larger than neighborhood parks, these are designed
for organized activities and sports, although individual and family activities are also
encouraged. Where there are no neighborhood parks, the community or regional park
can serve this function. Larger parks often include one specific use or feature that makes
the park unique. This definition includes but is not limited to community and regional
parks as defined by the City of Renton Parks Plan, trails for nonmotorized travel, and
accessory uses normal and incidental to parks.
2. Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-120A, Development
Standards for Commercial Zoning Designations effective at the time of complete
application (noted as “CA standards” herein). The proposal is primarily a trail/shared-
use path project within public right‑of‑way and a parcel with an existing use (Park and
Ride), CA development standards related to buildings (setbacks, height, coverage) will
apply only if new structures are proposed outside ROW.
3. Refuse and Recycling Areas: It appears that there are no additional refuse facilities
specific to the trail. If applicable, refuse and recycling areas need to meet the
requirements of RMC 4-4-090, “Refuse and Recyclables Standards.” There are general
requirements for all uses for location, signage, screening, and setbacks for collection
areas and specific requirements.
4. Landscaping: With the exception of critical areas, 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.
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Street Frontage Landscaping: Ten feet (10') of on-site landscaping is required along all
public street frontages, with the exception of areas for required walkways and driveways.
Street trees, selected from the City’s Approved Street Tree List, in the ROW planter will
also be required. Landscaping may include hardscape such as decorative paving, rock
outcroppings, fountains, plant containers, etc. Minimum planting strip widths between
the curb and sidewalk are established according to the street development standards of
RMC 4-6-060, Street Standards. Street trees and, at a minimum, groundcover are to be
located in this area when present. Street trees shall be planted in the center of the
planting strip between the curb and the sidewalk at the following intervals; provided,
that, where right-of-way is constrained, irregular intervals and slight increases or
decreases may be permitted or required. Additionally, trees shall be planted in locations
that meet required spacing distances from facilities located in the right-of-way including,
but not limited to, underground utilities, streetlights, utility poles, traffic signs, fire
hydrants, and driveways; such spacing standards are identified in the City’s Approved
Tree List. Generally, the following spacing is required:
i. Small-sized maturing trees: thirty feet (30') on center;
ii. Medium-sized maturing trees: forty feet (40') on center; and
iii. Large-sized maturing trees: fifty feet (50') on center.
Perimeter Parking Lot Landscaping: All parking lots shall have perimeter landscaping.
Such landscaping shall be at least ten feet (10') in width as measured from the street
right-of-way. Standards for planting shall be as follows:
a. Trees shall be two inches (2") in diameter at breast height (dbh) for multi-family,
commercial, and industrial uses at an average minimum rate of one tree per thirty (30)
lineal feet of street frontage.
b. Shrubs at the minimum rate of one per twenty (20) square feet of landscaped area. Up
to fifty percent (50%) of shrubs may be deciduous.
c. Ground cover in sufficient quantities to provide at least ninety percent (90%) coverage
of the landscaped area within three (3) years of installation.
Please refer to landscape regulations (RMC 4-4-070) for further general and specific
landscape requirements.
A conceptual landscape plan shall be provided with the land use application as
prepared by a licensed Landscape Architect, a certified nurseryman or other
certified professional. All landscaping shall meet the requirements of RMC 4-4-070,
Landscaping.
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 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. A review of
COR Maps appears to show that there are mature trees on the site. Although the
pre‑application materials do not currently identify tree removal, COR maps indicate
mature trees may be present, and final trail alignment and grading could affect tree
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retention. 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, properties subject
to an active land development permit shall comply with minimum tree credit retention
requirements of a minimum of 30 credits per net acre. Tree credits encourage retention
of existing significant trees with larger trees being worth more tree credits. The
Administrator may authorize the planting of replacement trees on the site if it can be
demonstrated to the Administrator's satisfaction that an insufficient number of trees can
be retained.
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 13 – 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.
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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.
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 retention worksheet prepared by an arborist or
landscape architect would be reviewed at the time of the land use application if
trees are proposed for removal.
6. Fences/Retaining Walls: The applicant would be required to show all existing fencing
on the submitted drawings. If the applicant intends to install any new fences or retaining
walls as part of this project, the location must be designated on the landscape plan or
grading plan. The applicant shall show all existing fencing and retaining walls on the
submitted drawings and identify any new fencing or retaining walls proposed as part of
this project on the site and landscape plans. In commercial and industrial zones, the
maximum height of any fence, hedge, or retaining wall is generally eight feet (8’), subject
to additional height limitations where the fence or wall is located near a street, within
clear vision areas, or in required landscape areas, and provided it does not pose a traffic
vision hazard. Fencing materials in commercial areas are expected to be durable and
compatible with the overall site design; any electric or barbed-wire fencing in
commercial zones may require a special administrative fence permit and must comply
with the additional standards in RMC 4-4-040.
7. Parking/Bicycle Parking: A bicycle parking plan shall be provided demonstrating
adequate secure parking for regional trail users and transit riders at the Renton Transit
Center and South Renton Park & Ride. The number of required parking spaces is based
on the proposed land use per RMC 4-4-080, Parking, Loading, and Driveway Regulations.
Bicycle parking shall be provided for all residential developments that exceed five (5)
residential units and/or 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. Modification of these minimum standards requires written
approval from the Department of Community and Economic Development.
8. Access/Driveways: Access is proposed to remain the same for parcel no. 1923059032
within the scope of work. Parcel no. 1923059063 will have access off Rainier Ave S and
Lake Ave S within the scope of work for LUA24-000233. Driveway widths are limited by
the driveway standards, in RMC 4-4-080I. Within the CA zone, parking, loading and
driveway regulations of RMC 4-4-080 are applicable if construction of new buildings or
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structures occurs, if construction replaces an existing building/structure and/or
construction of an addition to a building/structure occurs. All off-street parking areas
shall be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent alternative material of a
permanent nature as approved by the Public Works Department. Compliance with
street access standards for the CA zone would be verified at the time of the building
permit review. Compliance with parking, driveway spacing, safety, and design
standards per RMC 4-4-080 and RMC 4-6-060 would be required at the time of formal
application.
9. Critical Areas: The site contains regulated slopes and a potential High Seismic Hazard
according the City’s mapping system. Due to the presence of geological hazards, a
geotechnical analysis for the site may be required to be submitted with the land use
application. The site is also within the Downtown Wellhead Protection Area Zone 2. The
City may require an applicant to prepare a hydrogeologic study if the proposal has the
potential to significantly impact groundwater quantity or quality, and sufficient
information is not readily available. Such a report shall be prepared by a qualified
professional at the applicant’s expense. It is the applicant’s responsibility to
determine whether any other critical areas are present on the site prior to formal
land use application.
10. Environmental Review: The proposal would not be exempt from environmental review
and would be subject to an Environmental SEPA threshold determination in accordance
with the State Environmental Policy Act. Because the excavation exceeds 500 cubic
yards, the SEPA categorical exemption does not apply. It is anticipated that King County
may serve as the Lead Agency for SEPA review. Please coordinate with the City when
preparing environmental documents.
11. Site Plan Approval: Per RMC 4-9-200, site plan review is required for any development
or parks in the CA zone. The purpose of the site plan review process is to analyze the
detailed arrangement of project elements to mitigate negative impacts where necessary
to ensure project compatibility with the physical characteristics of a site and with the
surrounding area. Site plan review ensures quality development consistent with City
goals and policies. Site plan review analyzes elements including, but not limited to, site
layout, building orientation and design, pedestrian and vehicular environment,
landscaping, natural features of the site, screening and buffering, parking and loading
facilities, and illumination to ensure compatibility with potential future development.
Decisional criteria for site plan approval are itemized in RMC 4-9-200E.3.
12. Conditional Use Permit: The conditional use permit would be evaluated per the criteria
below from RMC 4-9-030, Conditional Use Permits.
1. Consistency with Plans and Regulations: The proposed use shall be compatible
with the general goals, objectives, policies and standards of the Comprehensive
Plan, the zoning regulations and any other plans, programs, maps or ordinances
of the City of Renton.
2. Appropriate Location: The proposed location shall not result in the detrimental
overconcentration of a particular use within the City or within the immediate area
of the proposed use. The proposed location shall be suited for the proposed use.
3. Effect on Adjacent Properties: The proposed use at the proposed location shall
not result in substantial or undue adverse effects on adjacent property.
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4. Compatibility: The proposed use shall be compatible with the scale and
character of the neighborhood.
5. Parking: Adequate parking is, or will be made, available.
6. Traffic: The use shall ensure safe movement for vehicles and pedestrians and
shall mitigate potential effects on the surrounding area.
7. Noise, Light and Glare: Potential noise, light and glare impacts from the proposed
use shall be evaluated and mitigated.
8. Landscaping: Landscaping shall be provided in all areas not occupied by
buildings, paving, or critical areas. Additional landscaping may be required to
buffer adjacent properties from potentially adverse effects of the proposed use.
The Environmental (SEPA) Review, Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Permit will
be reviewed prior to the building and separate construction permits.
13. Waiver 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.
14. Permit Requirements: The proposed project would require an Administrative
Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan Review and Environmental (SEPA) Review. All land use
applications would be processed concurrently within an estimated time frame of 12
weeks. The 2026 application fees are as follows: Administrative Conditional Use is
$1,914.00, Administrative Site Plan Review is $3,221.00, and Environmental (SEPA)
Review is $1,914.00. A 5% technology fee would also be assessed at the time of land use
application. Any modifications requested would require an additional $308.00 fee. In
addition to the required land use permits, separate construction, building and sign
permits would be required. Construction and building permit applications can be
submitted only after the site plan and conditional use permit decisions. Demolition
permits for the existing structures can be issued following Environmental (SEPA) review,
if applicable. If no appeals or reconsideration requests are filed within 14 days of the
effective date of the decision to approve the application, the applicant may obtain
building and construction permits. The City required electronic plan submittal for
all applications. Please refer to the City’s Electronic File Standards.
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
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.
16. Impact Fees: In addition to the applicable building and construction fees, impact fees
may be required. Fees change periodically and the fees in effect at the time of building
permit issuance would apply. A handout listing all of the City’s Development related fees
is available for your review at
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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.
Please contact Mariah Kerrihard, Associate Planner, at 425-430-7238 or
mkerrihard@rentonwa.gov to submit prescreen materials and subsequent land use
application.
18. Expiration: Building permits, licenses or land use permits required for the operation of a
Conditional Use Permit shall be applied for within two (2) years of the date of Conditional
Use Permit approval, unless an extended time frame is granted by the Administrator. It
is the applicant’s responsibility to monitor the expiration dates.