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cc: King County Wastewater Treatment Division Ramin Pazooki, WSDOT, NW Region
Boyd Powers, Department of Natural Resources Larry Fisher, WDFW
Karen Walter, Fisheries, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Duwamish Tribal Office
Melissa Calvert, Muckleshoot Cultural Resources Program US Army Corp. of Engineers
Gretchen Kaehler, Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation Washington State Department of Ecology
October 19, 2018
Washington State
Department of Ecology
Environmental Review Section
PO Box 47703
Olympia, WA 98504-7703
Subject: ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) THRESHOLD DETERMINATION
Transmitted herewith is a copy of the Environmental Determination for the following project reviewed by the
Environmental Review Committee (ERC) on October 15, 2018:
SEPA DETERMINATION: Determination of Non-Significance (DNS)
PROJECT NAME: 2018 DOCKET 13 GROUP D & WIRELESS , PR18-000002
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA18-000638
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on November 2,
2018, together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA
98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and information regarding the appeal process may
be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, (425) 430-6510.
Please refer to the enclosed Notice of Environmental Determination for complete details. If you have questions,
please call me at (425) 430-6576.
For the Environmental Review Committee,
Angie Mathias
Associate Planner
Enclosure: ERC Determination, Advisory Notes, Notice of Environmental Determination, and Environmental Checklist (select recipients)
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA18-000638
APPLICANT: City of Renton, CED Department / CVincent@Rentonwa.gov / 1055 S Grady
Way, Renton, WA 98056
PROJECT NAME: 2018 DOCKET 13 GROUP D & WIRELESS
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: #D-153 Administrative Code Interpretations: Staff recommends codifying all
code amendments as written within each Administrative Code Interpretation abbreviated below.
CI-127 – Commercial/Office and Residential Thresholds in the COR Zone (ON HOLD); CI-128 – Security Devices for
Landscaping Maintenance; CI-129 – Residential Outdoor Storage; CI-130 – Fire Impact Fees for Non-profit Organizations;
CI-131 – Remove the Density Requirement for Assisted Living Facilities in the CO Zone; CI-132 – Restricted Hours of
Operation for Mobile Food Vendors (RESCINDED); CI-133 – Storm Drainage Facility Perimeter Landscaping; CI-134 – Unit
Lot Subdivisions in the CV Zone; CI-135 – Time Limits for Approved PUDs Not Associated with a Subdivision; CI-136 –
Denial of TUPs; CI-137 – Comprehensive Land Use Map; CI-138 – Residential Design; Materials and Color; CI-139 –
Definition of Big Box Retail; CI-140 – Retroactive Application of ULS Code; CI-141 – Nonconforming Uses; Manufactured
Home Parks and Detached Dwellings; CI-142 – Residential Design; Scale, Bulk, and Character; CI-143 – Noise Level
Regulations; Designation of Zoned Areas; CI-144 – Site Plan Review for Medical Institutions, Assisted Living and
Convalescent Care in Low Density Residential Zones (RC-R-8); CI-145 – Clear Vision Area (PENDING); CI-146 – Rear Yard
Setbacks for ADUs (PENDING); CI-147 – Reconsideration of Shoreline Permits (PENDING)
Wireless Communication Facilities: RMC 4-5-060 exempts wireless communication facilities located within the public
way. This is in conflict with requirements of RMC 4-4-140, Wireless Communication Facilities. The code revision seeks
to remove the exemption in RMC 4-5-060 to provide for consistent review and permitting of Wireless Communication
Facilities.
PROJECT LOCATION: City-wide
LEAD AGENCY: City of Renton
Environmental Review Committee
Department of Community & Economic Development
DocuSign Envelope ID: 1A4E655A-59FC-49B7-9161-BDD43A02780E
SIGNATURES:
Gregg Zimmerman, Administrator
Public Works Department
Date Rick M. Marshall, Administrator
Renton Regional Fire Authority
Date
Kelly Beymer, Administrator
Community Services Department
Date C.E. Vincent, Administrator Date
Department Of Community & Economic Development
The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse
impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This
Determination of Non-Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be
involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on November 2, 2018.
Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady
Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and more information may be obtained
from the Renton City Clerk’s Office, (425) 430-6510.
PUBLICATION DATE: October 19, 2018
DATE OF DECISION: October 15, 2018
DocuSign Envelope ID: 1A4E655A-59FC-49B7-9161-BDD43A02780E
10/15/2018 | 3:37 PM PDT10/15/2018 | 3:08 PM PDT
10/15/2018 | 3:35 PM PDT
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057 | 425-430-7200, ext. 2
www.rentonwa.gov
DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) ADVISORY NOTES
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA18-000638
APPLICANT: City of Renton, CED Department / CVincent@Rentonwa.gov / 1055 S
Grady Way, Renton, WA 98056
PROJECT NAME: 2018 DOCKET 13 GROUP D & WIRELESS
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Docket 13 Group D includes docket item # 153 and a proposed code
amendment related to Wireless Communication Facilities.
#D-153 Administrative Code Interpretations: CI-127 – Commercial/Office and Residential Thresholds in the COR
Zone (ON HOLD); CI-128 – Security Devices for Landscaping Maintenance; CI-129 – Residential Outdoor Storage;
CI-130 – Fire Impact Fees for Non-profit Organizations; CI-131 – Remove the Density Requirement for Assisted
Living Facilities in the CO Zone; CI-132 – Restricted Hours of Operation for Mobile Food Vendors (RESCINDED);
CI-133 – Storm Drainage Facility Perimeter Landscaping; CI-134 – Unit Lot Subdivisions in the CV Zone; CI-135 –
Time Limits for Approved PUDs Not Associated with a Subdivision; CI-136 – Denial of TUPs; CI-137 –
Comprehensive Land Use Map; CI-138 – Residential Design; Materials and Color; CI-139 – Definition of Big Box
Retail; CI-140 – Retroactive Application of ULS Code; CI-141 – Nonconforming Uses; Manufactured Home Parks
and Detached Dwellings; CI-142 – Residential Design; Scale, Bulk, and Character; CI-143 – Noise Level
Regulations; Designation of Zoned Areas; CI-144 – Site Plan Review for Medical Institutions, Assisted Living and
Convalescent Care in Low Density Residential Zones (RC-R-8); CI-145 – Clear Vision Area (PENDING); CI-146 –
Rear Yard Setbacks for ADUs; CI-147 – Reconsideration of Shoreline Permits (PENDING)
Wireless Communication Facilities: RMC 4-5-060 exempts wireless communication facilities located within the
public way. This is in conflict with requirements of RMC 4-4-140, Wireless Communication Facilities. The code
revision seeks to remove the exemption in RMC 4-5-060 to provide for consistent review and permitting of
Wireless Communication Facilities.
PROJECT LOCATION: City-wide
LEAD AGENCY: The City of Renton
Department of Community & Economic Development
Planning Division
MITIGATION MEASURES:
This project has no proposed mitigation measures at this time.
ADIVISORY NOTES:
The following notes are supplemental information provided in conjunction with the administrative land use
action. Because these notes are provided as information only, they are not subject to the appeal process for the
land use actions.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057 | 425-430-7200, ext. 2
www.rentonwa.gov
OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
DNS: THE CITY OF RENTON ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE (ERC) HAS DETERMINED THAT THE PROPOSED
ACTION DOES NOT HAVE A SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT.
DATE OF NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION:
October 19, 2018
PROJECT NAME/NUMBER: 2018 DOCKET 13 GROUP D & WIRELESS
LUA18-000638
PROJECT LOCATION: City-wide
LOCATION WHERE APPLICATION MAY
BE REVIEWED:
Applicant documents are available online through the City of Renton
Document Center website. See also https://bit.ly/2xYrVre
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Docket 13 Group D includes docket item # 153 and a proposed code
amendment related to Wireless Communication Facilities.
#D-153 Administrative Code Interpretations: CI-127 – Commercial/Office and Residential Thresholds in the COR Zone
(ON HOLD); CI-128 – Security Devices for Landscaping Maintenance; CI-129 – Residential Outdoor Storage; CI-130 – Fire
Impact Fees for Non-profit Organizations; CI-131 – Remove the Density Requirement for Assisted Living Facilities in the
CO Zone; CI-132 – Restricted Hours of Operation for Mobile Food Vendors (RESCINDED); CI-133 – Storm Drainage Facility
Perimeter Landscaping; CI-134 – Unit Lot Subdivisions in the CV Zone; CI-135 – Time Limits for Approved PUDs Not
Associated with a Subdivision; CI-136 – Denial of TUPs; CI-137 – Comprehensive Land Use Map; CI-138 – Residential
Design; Materials and Color; CI-139 – Definition of Big Box Retail; CI-140 – Retroactive Application of ULS Code; CI-141 –
Nonconforming Uses; Manufactured Home Parks and Detached Dwellings; CI-142 – Residential Design; Scale, Bulk, and
Character; CI-143 – Noise Level Regulations; Designation of Zoned Areas; CI-144 – Site Plan Review for Medical
Institutions, Assisted Living and Convalescent Care in Low Density Residential Zones (RC-R-8); CI-145 – Clear Vision Area
(PENDING); CI-146 – Rear Yard Setbacks for ADUs; CI-147 – Reconsideration of Shoreline Permits (PENDING)
Wireless Communication Facilities: RMC 4-5-060 exempts wireless communication facilities located within the public
way. This is in conflict with requirements of RMC 4-4-140, Wireless Communication Facilities. The code revision seeks to
remove the exemption in RMC 4-5-060 to provide for consistent review and permitting of Wireless Communication
Facilities.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on November 2, 2018,
together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady W ay, Renton, WA 98057.
Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of RMC 4-8-110 and information regarding the appeal process may be
obtained from the Renton City Clerk’s Office, (425) 430-6510.
PUBLIC HEARING: If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing will be set
and all parties notified.
NOTICE
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PLANNING DIVISION
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
City of Renton Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way-Renton, WA 98057
Phone: 425-430-7200 Fax: 425-430-7231
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST:
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental
agencies to consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with prob able
significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to
provide information to help you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to
reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can be done ) and to help the agency decide
whether an EIS is required.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal.
Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whether the enviro nmental impacts of
your proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with
the most precise information known, or give the best description you can.
You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most
cases, you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans
without the need to hire experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not
apply to your proposal, write "do not know" or "does not apply". Complete answers to the
questions now may avoid unnecessary delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark
designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental
agencies can assist you.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a
period of time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help
describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this
checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably
related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact.
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USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NONPROJECT PROPOSALS:
Complete this checklist for nonproject proposals, even though questions may be answered "does
not apply." IN ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part
D).
For nonproject actions (actions involving decisions on policies, plans and programs), the
references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be
read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively.
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: 2018 Docket 13 Group D
2. Name of applicant: City of Renton
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Katie Buchl-Morales: 1055
S. Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, 425-430-6578, kbuchl-morales@rentonwa.gov
4. Date checklist prepared: September 27, 2018
5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): N/A
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. There are no existing plans for future
additions, expansion, or further activity related to the 2018 Docket Group D.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal. N/A
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other
proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. N/A
10. List any governmental approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if
known. N/A
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the
size of the project and site.
Docket 13 Group D includes docket item # 153 and a proposed code amendment related
to Wireless Communication Facilities.
#D-153 Administrative Code Interpretations: Staff recommends codifying all code
amendments as written within each Administrative Code Interpretation abbreviated
below.
CI-127 – Commercial/Office and Residential Thresholds in the COR Zone: ON HOLD
CI-128 – Security Devices for Landscaping Maintenance: CI-128 requires a security
device prior to the recording of any plat and added a provision to permit use of
security bonds as a way to ensure continued landscaping maintenance.
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CI-129 – Residential Outdoor Storage: Extended outdoor storage provisions for
zones R-6, R-10 and R-14; these zones were previously not cited.
CI-130 – Fire Impact Fees for Non-profit Organizations: Fire impact fee amounts for
emergency response is determined by a Rate Study, which estimates fees needed
for service based on the actual costs of providing services and the historical
frequency of service needed based on land use. CI-130 removed non-profit
organizations from the fee schedule because the Regional Fire Authority documents
their emergency response activity based on land use. “Non-profit” status refers to
tax-exemptions granted by the Internal Revenue Service and has no bearing on land
use; documenting emergency responses based on non-profit status can result in
inaccurate predictions of future emergency needs.
CI-131 – Remove the Density Requirement for Assisted Living Facilities in the CO
Zone: Clarified and re-applied the geographic boundaries associated with assisted
living facilities, which permits them in the area around Valley Medical Center. The
boundaries were inadvertently removed with the adoption of Ordinance 5675 in
2012. Secondly, CI-131 removed the minimum density requirement for assisted
living facilities because the minimum density threshold was intended for mixed use
developments near transit, not assisted living facilities.
CI-132 – Restricted Hours of Operation for Mobile Food Vendors: RESCINDED
CI-133 – Storm Drainage Facility Perimeter Landscaping: CI-133 added a provision
that requires perimeter landscaping for storm drainage facilities to be located within
the storm drainage tract. The provision was added because staff has received
proposals that located portions of the perimeter landscaping on single family lots in
order to decrease the size of the stormwater tract and increase the developments
yield. The added requirement increases the likelihood of proper maintenance and
protects adjacent property owners from incurring costs associated with per imeter
landscaping maintenance.
CI-134 – Unit Lot Subdivisions in the CV Zone: Clarified that design regulations and
parking requirements for unit lot subdivisions are applied consistently to the R-10, R-
14, RMF, and CV zones, and granted more flexibility for the building orientation of
unit lot subdivisions.
CI-135 – Time Limits for Approved PUDs Not Associated with a Subdivision: Removed
conflicts in time limits/expirations for Planned Urban Developments that are not
associated with subdivisions and made time limits/expirations consistent with the
site plan review process. Prior to CI-135 approval time limits for PUDs were unclear
due to two competing expirations. Additionally, the amount of time allotted for
large scale commercial/multi-family PUDs was not reasonable given the amount of
time needed to prepare, submit, and gain approval of building per mits and complete
construction.
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CI-136 – Denial of TUPs: RMC-4-9-240.J clearly authorizes the Administrator to
accept, modify, or condition a Temporary Use Permit; denial powers were
unintentionally omitted. CI-136 affirmed denial as an administrative power available
to the Administrator for the review of TUPs, reflecting the powers given to the
Administrator for other discretionary permits.
CI-137 – Comprehensive Land Use Map: Code and text of the Comprehensive Plan
indicate that the CN Zone implements the Residential High Density (RHD) land use
designation; the Comprehensive Land Use Map incorrectly shows the land use
designation for CN zoned parcels as Commercial Mixed Use. CI-137 corrects the
discrepancy to show that CN zoned parcels are designated RHD.
CI-138 – Residential Design; Materials and Color: Clarifies that where masonry siding
is proposed at the edge of the façade, it shall also extend along the adjoining face no
less than twenty four inches.
CI-139 – Definition of Big Box Retail: Re-named “big-box retail” to “wholesale retail”
and amended the definition to address the following: type of consumers, type of
products sold, the display and storage of products, and nature of how products are
delivered/retrieved from the building rather than the size of the building. The
revisions reflect that retail uses should be categorized by the nature of the business
rather than physical characteristics of the building.
CI-140 – Retroactive Application of ULS Code: In 2016, code was developed for Unit
Lot Subdivisions, which allows for the subdivision of land underlying townhouse
units. At the time of adoption a provision was included to allow subdivision of land
of existing townhouse developments. CI-140 added a provision that limits
retroactive application of ULS code to townhouse developments that obtained a
Certificate of Occupancy prior to the adoption of the ULS code in order to prevent
circumvention of standards applicable to the ULS code (e.g., street standards).
CI-141 – Nonconforming Uses; Manufactured Home Parks and Detached Dwelli ngs:
RMC 4-10-060 provides standards for existing legally established uses that do not
comply with current regulations for the zone. CI-141 added a provision that allows the
placement of a manufactured home on a previously approved manufactured home
park “lot,” regardless of zoning. An additional provision was added to permit
nonconforming, detached single-family dwellings to be altered or enlarged subject to
the development standards and use provisions of the R-14 zone rather than the
commercial zoning standards that might otherwise be applicable.
CI-142 – Residential Design; Scale, Bulk, and Character: Reinforces the intention of
this code section, which is aimed at establishing diverse residential communities. CI -
142 requires that a variety of elevations and models that demonstrate a variety of
home sizes, character, and a diverse streetscape shall be used. Abutting, adjacent,
and diagonal houses must have differing architectural elevations.
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CI-143 – Noise Level Regulations; Designation of Zoned Areas: By designating local
Environmental Designations for Noise Abatement (EDNA) by zone, the City
unintentionally created circumstances where multi-family developments in
commercial zones are not afforded the same noise regulations as multi-family
development in residential zones. CI-143 removed zone specific EDNAs from Code
and adopts by reference Washington Administrative Code Section 173-60-030,
which designates EDNAs by use. PENDING
CI-144 – Site Plan Review for Medical Institutions, Assisted Living and Convale scent
Care in Low Density Residential Zones (RC-R-8): Created a provision that requires site
plan review for medical institutions, assisted living, and convalescent care facilities,
regardless of zone. Prior to CI-144, site plan review was not required in low density
residential zones and was added due to the scale and intensity of such projects.
PENDING
CI-145 – Clear Vision Area: Amended the definition of “clear vision area” to allow a
maximum structure or planting height of forty two inches and prohibite d signs over
forty two inches in height within twenty of intersections and driveways. Changes
were needed to create consistent application of clear vision area standards, as the
majority of code sections already reflect forty two inches as the maximum height
limit for structures in the clear vision area. PENDING
CI-146 – Rear Yard Setbacks for ADUs: Clarified that the rear setback for accessory
dwelling units (ADUs) with a garage or carport should be measured from the farthest
edge of the alley right-of-way, rather than the back edge of the alley and that rear
yard setbacks for ADUs that do not incorporate a garage or carport should be
measured from the rear property line of the property in which it is located. PENDING
CI-147 – Reconsideration of Shoreline Permits: Clarified that reconsideration
requests are not permitted for permits subject to the Shoreline Management Act,
including Shoreline Substantial Development Permits, Shoreline Conditional Use
Permits, and Shoreline Variances. Due to the difference in appeal processes
between shoreline permits and other locally issued permits or decisions, the option
of a reconsideration request is not appropriate for any type of shoreline permit.
PENDING
Wireless Communication Facilities: RMC 4-5-060 exempts wireless communication
facilities located within the public way. This is in conflict with requirements of RMC 4 -4-
140, Wireless Communication Facilities. The code revision seeks to remove the
exemption in RMC 4-5-060 to provide for consistent review and permitting of Wireless
Communication Facilities.
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the
precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section,
township, and range if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide
the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map,
and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans
required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans
submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist.
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The proposed Code amendments would be citywide.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. EARTH
a. General description of the site (circle one); flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes,
mountainous, other ______________.
N/A, non-project action. The City of Renton has areas of steep slopes, some hills,
and a plateau, but also includes a valley area. All land use applications will be
reviewed and analyzed for potential site specific impacts at the time of application.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope?)
N/A, this is a non-project action.
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel,
peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and
note any prime farmland.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity?
If so, describe.
N/A, this is a non- project action.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after
project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
N/A, this is a non-project action.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if
any:
N/A, this is a non-project action.
2. AIR
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust,
automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the
project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities
if known.
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N/A, this is a non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and
analyzed for impacts to air at the time of application. If appropriate, project
specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emission or odor that may affect your proposal?
If so, generally describe.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
N/A, this is a non-project action.
3. WATER
a. Surface Water:
1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site
(including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)?
If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river
it flows into.
N/A, this is a non-project action. The City of Renton has a significant amount of
shoreline along both Lake Washington and the Cedar River. There are also
wetlands and streams located in many locations throughout the city. All land use
applications will be reviewed and analyzed for potential surface water impacts at
the time of application. If appropriate, project specific impacts will be addressed
and mitigated.
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the
described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
N/A, this is a non- project action.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note location on the site
plan.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If
so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
b. Ground Water:
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1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water?
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
N/A, this is a non-project action. All land use will be reviewed and analyzed for
potential impacts to ground water at the time of application. If appropriate,
project specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks
or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the
following chemicals...; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system,
the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or
the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
c. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will
this water flow into other waters, If so, describe.
N/A, this is a non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and
analyzed for potential impacts to water runoff at the time of application. If
appropriate, project specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated.
2) Could waste material enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water
impacts, if any:
N/A, this is a non-project action.
4. PLANTS
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
The following vegetation can be found in the City of Renton, citywide:
__X_ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
__X_ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
__X_ shrubs
__X_ grass
____ pasture
____ crop or grain
__X_ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
____ water plants: water lily, eel grass, milfoil, other
____ other types of vegetation
All land use applications will be reviewed and analyzed for potential impacts to
plants/vegetation at the time of application. If appropriate, project specific
impacts will be addressed and mitigated.
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
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N/A, this is a non-project action.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any:
N/A, this is a non-project action.
5. ANIMALS
a. Circle any birds and animals, which have been observed on or near the site or are
known to be on or near the site:
The following birds and animals can be found in the City of Renton, citywide:
Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other ___________________
Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other ______________________
Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other ______________
All land use applications will be reviewed and analyzed for potential impacts to
animals at the time of application. If appropriate, project specific impacts will be
addressed and mitigated.
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
N/A, this is a non-project action. However, the Cedar River is populated by salmon
and includes spawning grounds. There are also other creeks and rivers within the
City that contain salmon and include spawning grounds.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
N/A, this is a non-project action. However, the Cedar River is populated by salmon
and includes spawning grounds. There are also other creeks and rivers within the
City that contain salmon and include spawning grounds.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
N/A, this a non-project action.
6. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to
meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for
heating, manufacturing, etc.
N/A, this is a non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed for
energy and potential impacts to natural resources at the time of application. If
appropriate, project specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe.
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N/A, this a non-project action.
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this
proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if
any:
N/A, this is a non-project action.
7. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic
chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste that could occur as
a result of this proposal? If so, describe.
N/A, this a non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and
analyzed for potential impacts to environmental health at the time of application.
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
N/A, this a non-project action.
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
N/A, this is a non-project action.
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment, operation, other)?
N/A, this is a non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and
analyzed for potential noise impacts at the time of application.
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project
on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation,
other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
N/A, this is a non-project action. However, CI-143, Noise Level Regulations,
amends code to remove Environmental Designations for Noise Abatement (EDNA)
based on zone. Moving forward, EDNA will be determined by use, rather than
zoning. This revision of noise abatement regulations will likely prevent issues
between development projects of different uses but located within the same zone.
8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
N/A, this a non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and
analyzed for potential impacts to environmental health at the time of application.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
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N/A, this is a non-project action.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
N/A, this is a non-project action.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
N/A, this is a non-project action.
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
N/A, this is a non-project action.
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
N/A, this is a non-project action.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If
so, specify.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
N/A, this is a non-project action.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
N/A, this is a non-project action.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
N/A, this is a non-project action.
l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with ex isting and
projected land uses and plans, if any:
N/A, this is a non-project action.
9. HOUSING
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
N/A, this is a non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and
analyzed for potential measures to reduce or control housing impacts.
10. AESTHETICS
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas;
what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed. N/A, this is a non-
project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and analyzed for building
height at the time of application.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? N/A, this is
a non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: N/A, this is a
non-project action. However, the intent of CI-133, Storm Drainage Facility
Perimeter Landscaping, is to require the perimeter landscaping to be located
entirely within the stormwater tract. Requiring the landscape strip to be located
within the stormwater tract increases the likelihood of proper maintenance by the
developer or homeowners association. In addition, CI-142, Residential Design;
Scale, Bulk, and Character is aimed at creating diverse residential communities by
requiring a variety of elevations, models and home sizes. The CI also requires that
houses there must be a variety of elevations for houses that are abutting, adjacent,
and diagonal to another. Both CI’s will serve to mitigate visual impacts and
maintain a desired aesthetic.
11. LIGHT AND GLARE
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur?
N/A, this is a non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and
analyzed for light and glare at the time of application. If appropriate, project
specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views? N/A, this is a non-project action.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? N/A, this
is a non-project action.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: N/A, this
is a non-project action.
12. RECREATION
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity?
N/A, this is a non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and
analyzed for potential impacts to recreation at the time of application. If
appropriate, project specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so,
describe.
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N/A, this is a non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including
recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
N/A, this is a non-project action.
13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national state, or local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
All land use applications will be reviewed and analyzed for impacts to historic and
cultural preservation at the time of application. If appropriate, project specific
impacts will be addressed and mitigated.
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological,
scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
N/A, this is a non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
N/A, this is a non-project action.
14. TRANSPORTATION
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access
to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any.
N/A, this is a non-project action. All land use applications will be reviewed and
analyzed for potential impacts to transportation at the time of application. If
appropriate, project specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance
to the nearest transit stop?
N/A, this is a non-project action.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would
the project eliminate?
N/A, this is a non-project action.
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing
roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate
whether public or private?
N/A, this is a non-project action.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
N/A, this is a non- project action.
N/A,thisisanon-projectaction.g.Proposedmeasurestoreduceorcontroltransportationimpacts,ifany:N/A,thisisanon-projectaction.15.PUBLICSERVICESa.Wouldtheprojectresultinanincreasedneedforpublicservices(forexample:fireprotection,policeprotection,healthcare,schools,other)?Ifso,generallydescribe.N/A,thisisanon-projectaction.Alllanduseapplicationswillbereviewedandanalyzedforpotentialimpactstopublicservicesatthetimeofapplication.Ifappropriate,projectspecificimpactswillbeaddressedb.Proposedmeasurestoreduceorcontroldirectimpactsonpublicservices,ifany.N/A,thisisanon-projectaction.16.UTILITIESa.ntlyavIaeatthesite&tricity,naturalgas,water,refub.Describetheutilitiesthatareproposedfortheproject,theutilityprovidingtheservice,andthegeneralconstructionactivitiesonthesiteorintheimmediatevicinitywhichmightbeneeded.N/A,thisisanon-projectaction.C.SIGNATUREI,theundersigned,declareunderpenaltyofperjuryunderthelawsoftheStateofWashingtonthattothebestofmyknowledgetheaboveinformationistrue,correct,andcomplete.Itisunderstoodthattheleadagencymaywithdrawanydeclarationofnonsignificancethatitmightissueinrelianceuponthischecklistshouldtherebeanywillfulmisrepresentationorwillfullackoffullisciosureonmyart.ProponentSignature:NamePrinted:(..‘Chip”v-iicuitDate:Ol-14-
D.SUPPLEMENTALSHEETSFORNONPROJECTACTIONS(Thesesheetsshouldonlybeusedforactionsinvolvingdecisionsonpolicies,plansandprograms.Youdonotneedtofilloutthesesheetsforprojectactions.)Becausethesequestionsareverygeneral,itmaybehelpfultoreadtheminconjunctionwiththelistoftheelementsoftheenvironment.Whenansweringthesequestions,beawareoftheextenttheproposalorthetypesofactivitieslikelytoresultfromtheproposal,wouldaffecttheitematagreaterintensityoratafasterratethaniftheproposalwerenotimplemented.Respondbrieflyandingeneralterms.1.Howwouldtheproposalbelikelytoincreasedischargetowater;emissionstoair;production,storage,orreleaseoftoxicorhazardoussubstances;orproductionofnoise?Theproposedregulationsandamendmentswilllikelynothaveasignificantimpactontherelease,production,storage,orreleaseoftoxicorhazardoussubstances,noise,anddischargesoremissionsintowaterorair.Proposedmeasurestoavoidorreducesuchincreasesare:Mitigationwillbedeterminedatthetimeofaprojectspecificproposal.2.Howwouldtheproposalbelikelytoaffectplants,animals,fish,ormarinelife?Theproposedregulationsandamendmentsarenotlikelytoadverselyaffectplants,animals,fish,ormarinelife.Proposedmeasurestoprotectorconserveplants,animals,fish,ormarinelifeare:Mitigationwouldbedeterminedatthetimeofaprojectspecificproposal.3.Howwouldtheproposalbelikelytodepleteenergyornaturalresources?Theproposedregulationsandamendmentsarenotlikelytodepleteenergyornaturalresources.Proposedmeasurestoprotectorconserveenergyandnaturalresourcesare:Mitigationwouldbedeterminedatthetimeofaprojectspecificproposal.4.Howwouldtheproposalbelikelytouseoraffectenvironmentallysensitiveareasorareasdesignated(oreligibleorunderstudy)forgovernmentalprotection;suchasparks,wilderness,wildandscenicrivers,threatenedorendangeredspecieshabitat,historicorculturalsites,wetlands,floodplains,orprimefarmlands?Theproposedregulationsandamendmentsarenotlikelytohaveadetrimentaleffectonenvironmentallysensitiveareasorareasdesignatedforgovernmentalprotection.Proposedmeasurestoprotectsuchresourcesortoavoidorreduceimpactsare:Mitigationwouldbedeterminedatthetimeofaprojectspecificproposal.5.Howwouldtheproposalbelikelytoaffectlandandshorelineuse,includingwhetheritwouldalloworencouragelandorshorelineusesincompatiblewithexistingplans?Theproposedregulationsandamendmentsarenotlikelytohaveaneffectonshorelineuse.Anyeffectsonlandusewillbecompatiblewithexistingplans.6.Howwouldtheproposalbelikelytoincreasedemandsontransportationorpublicservicesandutilities?Theproposedamendmentsarenotlikelytohaveasignificanteffectonpublicservicesandutilitiesnorwilltheydirectlyincreasedemandontransportation.-15-
Proposedmeasurestoreduceorrespondtosuchdemand(s)are:Mitigationwouldbedeterminedatthetimeofaspecificprojectproposal.7.Identify,ifpossible,whethertheproposalmayconflictwithlocal,state,orfederallawsorrequirementsfortheprotectionoftheenvironment.Noconflictshavebeenidentified.SIGNATUREI,theundersigned,declareunderpenaltyofperjuryunderthelawsoftheStateofWashingtonthattothebestofmyknowledgetheaboveinformationistrue,correct,andcomplete.Itisunderstoodthattheleadagencymaywithdrawanydeclarationofnon-significancethatitmightissueinrelianceuponthischecklistshouldtherebeanywillfulmisrepresentationorwillfullackoffulldisclosureonmypart.Proponentsignature:(NamePrinted:“\Jc.’Cfrwr‘J1VIcr-CCliç-Date:-16-