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PRE-APPLICATION MEETING FOR
GORBAN SHORT PLAT
PRE 18-000222
CITY OF RENTON
Department of Community & Economic Development
Planning Division
April 19th, 2018
Contact Information:
Planner: Alex Morganroth, 425-430-7219, amorganroth@rentonwa.gov
Public Works Plan Reviewer: Ann Fowler, 425-430-7382, afowler@rentonwa.gov
Fire Prevention Reviewer: Corey Thomas, 425-430-7054, cthomas@rentonrfa.org
Please retain this packet throughout the course of your project as a reference. Consider
giving copies of it to any engineers, architects, and contractors who work on the
project. You will need to submit a copy of this packet when you apply for land use
and/or environmental permits.
Pre-screening: When you have the project application ready for submittal, call and
schedule an appointment with the project manager to have it pre-screened before
making all of the required copies.
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, Department of Community & Economic Development
Administrator, Public Works Administrator and City Council).
RECEIVED
09/19/2018
amorganroth
PLANNING DIVISION
FIRE & EMERGENCY
SERVICES DEPARTMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: April 2, 2018
TO: Alex Morganroth, Associate Planner
FROM: Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector
SUBJECT: Gorban Short Plat
1. The fire flow requirement for a single family home is 1,000 gpm minimum for dwellings up to 3,600 square
feet (including garage and basements). If the dwelling exceeds 3,600 square feet, a minimum of 1,500 gpm fire
flow would be required. A minimum of one fire hydrant is required within 300-feet of the proposed buildings and
two hydrants if the fire flow goes up to 1,500 gpm. There is one existing fire hydrant within 300-feet.
2. The fire impact fees are currently applicable at the rate of $964.53 per single family unit. This fee is paid at
time of building permit issuance. Credit is granted for the removal of the one existing home.
3. Fire department apparatus access roadways are required to be a minimum of 20-feet wide fully paved, with
25-feet inside and 45-feet outside turning radius. Fire access roadways shall be constructed to support a 30 -ton
vehicle with 75-psi point loading. Access is required within 150-feet of all points on the buildings. Dead end
streets that exceed 150-feet in length require an approved turnaround. Roads exceeding 300-feet dead end
require a full 90-foot diameter cul-de-sac. Existing turnarounds are sufficient. All homes on dead end streets that
exceed 500-feet long require an approved fire sprinkler system. This applies to both of the proposed lots.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
& ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: April 13, 2018
TO: Alex Morganroth, Planner
FROM: Ann Fowler, Civil Engineer III, Plan Review
SUBJECT: Gorban SP
2213 NE 28th Street
PRE18-000222
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) 3343901360. The
following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of Renton by the applicant.
WATER
The project is within the City of Renton’s water service area in the 435-hydraulic zone.
The site is located within Zone 2 of an Aquifer Protection Area.
There is an existing 8-inch City water main located in NE 28th Street that can deliver a maximum capacity of
2,000 gallons per minute (gpm) - (see Water plan no. W-2964).
There is an existing 4-inch City water main located in an easement that ends near the southwest corner of
the property that can deliver a maximum capacity of 300 gallons per minute (gpm) - (see Water plan no.
W-0291).
The static water pressure is approximately 53 psi at ground elevation of 314 feet
There is existing water service(s) to the subject property:
o 3/4-inch domestic water meter(s)
o One existing fire hydrant within 300 feet of the property
1. As part of the proposed 2-lot short plat, the existing ¾-inch water meter shall be abandoned because it is
connected to an old 4-inch water line that will also be abandoned by the City.
2. Installation of a fire sprinkler system to each home with a double check valve assembly (DCVA) for
backflow prevention, as required by Renton Regional Fire Authority.
3. A new water meter will be required for each of the 2 new lots and the meters shall be connected to the 8-
inch water main in NE 28th St. City’s water meters installation fee for both meters will apply.
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.
o The current SDC fee for a 1-inch meter is $3,727.00 per meter.
o The current installation fee for a 1-inch service line is $2,850.00 per service line*.
o The current drop-in meter fee for a 1-inch meter is $460.00 per meter*.
5. A water system redevelopment credit will apply for the existing meter and a new system development fee
(SDC) will be triggered for one of 2 new meters.
SEWER
1. Sewer service is provided by City of Renton.
2. There is an existing 8-inch wastewater main located in NE 28th Street (see City plan no. S-2964).
3. The existing home is served by a private on-site septic system. The septic system shall be abandoned in
accordance with King County Department of Health regulations and Renton Municipal Code.
4. Each lot shall be served by separate side sewer connections.
5. The development is subject to a wastewater system development charge (SDC) fee. SDC fee for sewer is
based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the project. The current sewer fee for a 1-inch meter
install is $2,837.00 per meter. Each lot shall have a separate side sewer stub.
SURFACE WATER
1. A drainage report complying with the current Renton Surface Water Manual (RSWM) will be required.
Based on the City’s flow control map, the site falls within the Flow Control Duration Standard area matching
Forested Site Conditions and is within the Lower May Creek Drainage Basin. Refer to Figure 1.1.2.A – Flow
chart to determine the type of drainage review required in the RSWM.
2. Any proposed detention and/or water quality vault shall be designed in accordance with the RSWM 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.
3. Appropriate on-site BMPs will be required to help mitigate the new runoff created by this development. A
preliminary drainage plan, including the application of on-site BMPs, shall be included with the land use
application, as applicable to the project. The final drainage plan and drainage report must be submitted
with the utility construction permit application.
4. A geotechnical soils report for the site is required per the 2017 Renton Surface Water Design Manual
Section C.1.3. Information on the water table and soil permeability (infiltration rates), with
recommendations of appropriate on-site BMPs per Core Requirement #9 and Appendix C shall be included
in the report. The report should also include information concerning the soils, geology, drainage patterns
and vegetation present shall be presented in order to evaluate the drainage, erosion control and slope
stability for site development of the proposed plat. The applicant must demonstrate the development will
not result in soil erosion and sedimentation, landslide, slippage, or excess surface water runoff.
5. Storm drainage improvements along all public street frontages are required to conform to the City’s street
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 2017 RSWDM and shall account for future runoff from the total
upstream tributary area.
6. Surface water system development fee is $1,718.00 for each new lot. This is payable prior to issuance of
the construction permit.
TRANSPORTATION
1. The proposed development fronts NE 28th Street along the north property line(s). NE 28th Street is classified
as a Residential Access Road. Existing right-of-way (ROW) width is approximately 30 feet along
approximately the middle 95 feet of frontage. Existing right-of-way (ROW) width is approximately 40 feet
along approximately 15 feet on either side of the property. To meet the City’s complete street standards
for Residential Access streets, minimum ROW is 53 feet. Per City code 4-6-060, half street improvements
shall include a pavement width of 26 feet (13 feet from centerline), a 0.5-foot curb, an 8-foot planting strip,
an 5-foot sidewalk, street trees and storm drainage improvements. Dedication of 13 feet of ROW fronting
the site will be required.
2. Refer to City code 4-4-080 regarding driveway regulations.
a. A minimum separation of 5 feet is required between driveway and the property line.
b. Maximum driveway slopes shall not exceed 15%. Driveways exceeding 8% shall provide slotted
drains.
c. The maximum width of single loaded garage driveway shall not exceed nine feet (9') and double-
loaded garage driveway shall not exceed sixteen feet (16').
3. Payment of the transportation impact fee is applicable on the construction of the single family houses at
the time of application for the building permit. The current rate of transportation impact fee is $5,430.85
per single family house. The transportation impact fee that is current at the time of building permit
application will be levied, payable at building permit issue.
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.
3. 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.
4. 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:
http://rentonwa.gov/business/default.aspx?id=42473
5. A landscaping plan shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate sheets.
6. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2018 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 development fee schedule.
7. A demo permit is required for the demolition of the existing building. The demo permit shall be acquired
through the building department.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: April 17th, 2018
TO: Pre-Application File No. 18-000222
FROM: Alex Morganroth, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: Gorban Short Plat
Parcel #3343901360
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, 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 for purchase for $50.00 plus tax from the Finance Division on the first floor of City Hall or
online at www.rentonwa.gov.
Project Proposal: The applicant is proposing to subdivide an existing parcel into two lots. The subject property is
located at 2213 NE 28th St near the intersection of NE 28th St and Blaine Ave NE (APN 3343901360). The project site
totals 17,913 square feet (0.41 acres) in area and is currently developed with a single-family home and associated
accessory structure. The site has a Comprehensive Plan Land Use of Designation of Residential Medium Density and
a zoning designation of Residential-8 (R-8) dwelling units per net acre (du/ac). The applicant is proposing to
demolish the existing home and construct one detached single-family home on each of the new lots. The size of
proposed Lot 1 is 10,150 square feet and the size of proposed Lot 2 is 8,141 square feet (Note: there is an
inconsistency between total parcel size and lot sizes proposed by applicant). Access to both lots is proposed via
driveways off of NE 28th St. The Wellhead Protection Area Zone 2 is mapped on the project site. The applicant has
not proposed the removal any trees or vegetation on the site.
Current Use: The project site is currently developed with a single-family home and associated accessory structure.
Zoning/Density Requirements: The subject property is located within the R-8 zoning classification. The density
range allowed in the R-8 zone is a minimum of 4.0 to a maximum of 8.0 dwelling units per one net acre. The
Residential Medium Density Land Use designation is intended to create opportunities for new single family
residential neighborhoods and to facilitate high-quality infill development that promotes reinvestment in existing
single family neighborhoods. Detached single family residential dwelling units are permitted uses within the R-8
zoning designation.
The area of public and private streets (including driveway tracts) and critical areas would be deducted from the
gross site area to determine the “net” site area prior to calculating density. In order to calculate the proposed
density of the project, any area of public road, private easement, and/or critical area dedication must be known. As
proposed, the two new lots would have a gross density of approximately 4.87 du/ac. Compliance with the density
standards would be required to be demonstrated at the time of formal land use application.
Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-110A, “Development Standards for Single Family
Zoning Designations” effective at the time of complete application (noted as “R-8 standards” herein)
Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth – The minimum lot size permitted in the R-8 zone, is 5,000 square feet for
parcels being subdivided. Minimum lot width is 50 feet for interior lots and 60 feet for corner lots; minimum lot
depth is 80 feet. Please note that for short plats of parcels smaller than one acre, one parcel may be allowed to be
smaller than the required minimum lot size, if all other parcels meet the required minimum lot size standard of the
zone. In the R-8 zone, one parcel may be allowed to be four thousand five hundred (4,500) square feet. As proposed,
the lots appear to meet the requirements for the R-8 zone. It is the applicant’s responsibility to demonstrate
compliance with the minimum lot size, width and depth criteria of the zone at the time of formal application.
Building Standards – The R-8 standards allow a maximum building coverage of 50% of the lot area. The maximum
impervious coverage in the R-8 zone is 65%. The maximum wall plate height is restricted to 24 feet, and the buildings
shall be not more than two stories. Roofs with a pitch equal to or greater than 4:12 may project an additional six
(6) vertical feet from the maximum wall plate height; common rooftop features, such as chimneys, may project an
additional four (4) vertical feet from the roof surface. Non-exempt vertical projections (e.g., decks, railings, etc.)
shall not extend above the maximum wall plate height unless the projection is stepped back one-and-a-half (1.5)
horizontal feet from each façade for each one (1) vertical foot above the maximum wall plate height. Detached
accessory structures must remain below a height of 15 feet. The gross floor area must be less than that of the
primary structure. Accessory structures are also included in building lot coverage calculations. Compliance with the
building standards would be required to be demonstrated at the time of building permit review.
Setbacks – Setbacks are the minimum required distance between the building footprint and the property line. The
required setbacks for the R-8 zone are: Front yard: 20 feet for the primary structure; Rear yard: 20 feet; Side yards:
5 feet; and Secondary Front yard: 15 feet. Corner lots required to have a front yard and a secondary front yard are
relieved of the requirement to have a rear yard; in place of a rear yard setback, the side yard setback of the zone
shall apply.
Access/Parking: Access to the lots is proposed to be gained via separate driveways off NE 28th St.
Each lot is required to accommodate off street parking for a minimum of two vehicles.
Fences/Walls: If the applicant intends to install any fences or retaining walls as part of this project, the location
must be designated on the landscape plan or grading plan. A fence and/or wall detail should also be included on
the plan. A retaining wall that is 4 feet or taller, as measured by the vertical distance from the bottom of the footing
to the finish grade at the top of the wall requires a building permit. A fence shall not be constructed on top of a
retaining wall unless the total combined height of the retaining wall and the fence does not exceed the allowed
height of a standalone fence. For more information about fences and retaining walls refer to RMC 4-4-040.
Landscaping: With the exception of critical areas, all pervious area shall have landscape treatment. Landscaping
may include hardscape such as decorative paving, rock outcroppings, fountains, plant containers, etc. Ten feet (10')
of on-site landscaping is required along all public street frontages. Where there is insufficient right-of-way space or
no public frontage, street trees are required in the front yard subject to approval of the Administrator. A minimum
of two (2) trees are to be located in the front yard prior to final inspection. A conceptual landscape plan shall be
provided with the formal land use application as prepared by a registered Landscape Architect or other certified
professional.
Significant Tree Retention: If significant trees are proposed to be removed, a tree inventory and a tree retention
plan along with a tree retention worksheet shall be provided with the formal land use application. The tree retention
plan must show preservation of at least 30 percent (30%) of significant trees, and indicate how proposed building
footprints would be sited to accommodate preservation of significant trees that would be retained. 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.
In addition to retaining 30% of existing significant trees, the lot would be required to provide a minimum tree
density of 2 trees per 5,000 square feet of lot area onsite.
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; and Significant
trees over sixty feet (60') in height or greater than eighteen inches (18") caliper.
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.
If staff determines that the trees cannot be retained, replacement trees, with at least a 2-inch caliper or an
evergreen at least 6 feet tall, shall be planted at a rate of 12 caliper inches of new trees to replace each protected
tree removed. A formal tree retention plan prepared by an arborist or landscape architect would be reviewed at
the time of the formal land use application if any trees are proposed for removal.
Critical Areas: The project site is located within the Wellhead Protection Area Zone 2. If any fill is proposed to be
brought on the project site, the applicant shall provide a fill source statement to ensure against accidental
contamination of the aquifer. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ascertain whether any additional critical areas
or environmental concerns are present on the site during site development or building construction.
Environmental Review: The project is Categorically Exempt from Environmental (SEPA) Review.
Permit Requirements: The proposal would require administrative short plat approval. The application would be
reviewed within an estimated time frame of six to eight weeks. The administrative short plat application fee is
$5,250.00 ($5,000.00 each plus a 5% Technology Surcharge Fee). Each modification request is $262.50 ($250.00
each plus a 5% Technology Surcharge Fee). All fees are subject to change. Detailed information regarding the land
use application submittal can be found on the City’s new website by clicking “Land Use Applications” on the
Community & Economic Development page, then “All Forms (A to Z).” The City now requires electronic plan
submittal for all applications.
Once Preliminary Short Plat approval is obtained, the applicant must complete the required improvements and
dedications, as well as satisfy any conditions of the preliminary approval before submitting for Final Short Plat
review. Once final approval is received, the plat may be recorded. The newly created lots may only be sold after the
plat has been recorded. In addition to the required land use permits, separate construction and building permits
would be required.
Public Notice: A minimum of one Public Information Sign is required for a Short Plat application. The applicant is
responsible for the procurement, installation and maintenance of the sign. Detailed information regarding the land
use application submittal requirements is provided on the City of Renton website (www.rentonwa.gov).
Fees: In addition to the applicable building and construction fees, impact fees would be required. Such fees would
apply to all projects and would be calculated at the time of building permit application and payable prior to building
permit issuance. The 2018 impact fees are as follows:
A Transportation Impact Fee based on $5,430.85 each new dwelling unit;
A Parks Impact Fee based on $2,740.07 per each new a dwelling unit;
A Fire Impact fee of $829.77 per each new accessory dwelling unit; and
Renton School District Impact Fee is $6,432.00 per each new accessory dwelling unit.
A handout listing Renton’s development-related fees is available on the City of Renton website for your review.
Note: When the formal application materials are complete, the applicant is strongly encouraged to have one copy
of the application materials pre-screened at the 6th floor front counter prior to submitting the complete
application package. Please contact Alex Morganroth, Associate Planner at amorganroth@rentonwa.gov or 425-
430-7219 for an appointment.
Expiration: Upon approval, the Short Plat is valid for two years with a possible one year extension (RMC 4-7-070M).
It is the responsibility of the owner to monitor the expiration date.