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June 28, 2019
Cary Guenther
1011 SW Klickitat Way, Suite 208t
Seattle, WA 98134
SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL THRESHOLD (SEPA) DETERMINATION
RTC TIG Addition, LUA19-000115, ECF, MOD, SA-A
Dear Ms. Guenther:
This letter is written on behalf of the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) to advise you that they have
completed their review of the subject project and have issued a threshold Determination of Non-Significance.
Please refer to the enclosed ERC Report and Decision for more details.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on July
12, 2019, 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
regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk’s Office, (425) 430 -6510.
If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing date will be set and all parties notified.
If you have any questions or desire clarification of the above, please call me at (425) 430-7219.
For the Environmental Review Committee,
Alex Morganroth
Associate Planner
Enclosure
cc: Renton Technical College / Owner
Barry Baker, Renton Technical College / Applicant
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:
June 28, 2019
PROJECT NAME/NUMBER: PR19-000221 Renton Technical College TIG
Addition / LUA19-000115
PROJECT LOCATION: 401 Monroe Ave NE (APN 7227800500)
LOCATION WHERE APPLICATION MAY
BE REVIEWED:
Applicant documents are available online through the City of Renton
Document Center website. See also http://bit.ly/2M0dInM
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant, Renton Technical College, is requesting Administrative Site Plan
Review, Environmental (SEPA) Review, and a street modification to construct a 295 sq. ft. addition to a building on the
Renton Technical College campus. The existing building, also known as Building A, is approximately 30,500 sq. ft. in size
and is located on a 14.8 acre site at 401 Monroe Ave NE (APN 7227800500). The subject parcel is located in the
Commercial Arterial (CA) zone and Urban Design District D. The proposed addition would be located on the east side of
the building. According to the applicant, the addition would be used to house additional tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding
stations. Other work proposed as part of the project includes a 600 sq. ft. interior alteration of the existing welding
classroom/shop adjacent to the proposed addition. No trees and vegetation would be removed as part of the project.
No new impervious surface would be added to the site as a result of the project.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on July 12, 2019, 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 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
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ERC REPORT LUA19-000115
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT
ERC MEETING DATE: June 24, 2019
Project Name: RTC TIG Addition
Project Number: LUA18-000293, ECF, SA, MOD
Project Manager: Alex Morganroth, Associate Planner
Owner/Applicant: Renton Technical College, 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056
Contact: Cary Guenther, OAI PS, 1011 SW Klickitat Way, #208, Seattle, WA 98134
Project Location: 3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056
Project Summary: The applicant, Renton Technical College, is requesting Administrative Site Plan Review,
Environmental (SEPA) Review, and a street modification to construct a 295 sq. ft. addition
to a building on the Renton Technical College campus. The existing building, also known
as Building A, is approximately 30,500 sq. ft. in size and is located on a 32.4 acre site at
3000 NE 4th St (APN 7227800500). The subject parcel is located in the Commercial Arterial
(CA) zone and Urban Design District D. The proposed addition would be located on the
east side of the building. According to the applicant, the addition would be used to house
additional tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding stations. Other work proposed as part of the
project includes a 600 sq. ft. interior alteration of the existing welding classroom/shop
adjacent to the proposed addition. No trees and vegetation would be removed as part of
the project. No new impervious surface would be added to the site as a result of the
project.
Site Area: 1,411,192 SF (32.4 acres)
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a Determination of
Non-Significance (DNS).
Project Location Map:
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City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Environmental Review Committee Report
RTC TIG ADDITION LUA19-000115, ECF, SA, MOD
Report of June 24, 2019 Page 2 of 3
ERC REPORT LUA19-000115
PART ONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION / BACKGROUND
Renton Technical College is proposing to construct a 295 sq. ft. addition to a building on the campus. The existing
building, designated as Building A, is approximately 30,500 square feet in size and is located on the 32.4 acre site at
3000 NE 4th St (APN 7227800500). The proposed addition would be located on the east side of the building. The
purpose of the addition is to house additional tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding stations. Other work proposed as part
of the project includes a 600 sq. ft. interior alteration of the existing welding classroom/shop adjacent to the proposed
addition. No trees and vegetation are proposed for removal as part of the project and no new impervious surface
would be added to the site.
PART TWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
In compliance with RCW 43.21C.240, the following environmental (SEPA) review addresses only those project impacts
that are not adequately addressed under existing development standards and environmental regulations.
A. Environmental Threshold Recommendation
Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials:
Issue a DNS with a 14-day Appeal Period.
B. Mitigation Measures
None
C. Exhibits
Exhibit 1 Environmental Review Committee Report
Exhibit 2 Neighborhood Detail Map
Exhibit 3 Site Plan
Exhibit 4 Architectural Elevations
Exhibit 5 Floor Plan
Exhibit 6 Plan Review Comments for Applicant
D. Environmental Impacts
The proposal was circulated and reviewed by various city departments and divisions to determine whether the
applicant has adequately identified and addressed environmental impacts anticipated to occur in conjunction with
the proposed development. Staff reviewers have identified that the proposal is likely to have the following probable
impacts:
1. Earth
Impacts: No seismic, erosion, or landslide hazards are present on the project site according to both the
applicant and COR maps. The applicant has indicated the project would result in approximately 295 square
feet of replaced impervious area. The project would not increase the impervious coverage on-site.
Therefore no specific mitigation measures are recommended.
Mitigation Measures: No mitigation recommended
Nexus: N/A
2. Air
Impacts: It is anticipated that some temporary air quality impacts could be associated with site work and
building construction required to complete the proposed project at this site. Project development impacts
during construction activities may include dust as a result of concrete cutting and utility work, as well as
exhaust from small construction vehicles, equipment and/or machinery. These emissions would be
temporary and are anticipated to rapidly dissipate. In addition, the work would take place near the center of
the site and is unlikely to impact any adjacent properties due to the distances between the construction
DocuSign Envelope ID: 9531E473-FFC5-4E6D-A3D0-E16AF8B50705
City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Environmental Review Committee Report
RTC TIG ADDITION LUA19-000115, ECF, SA, MOD
Report of June 24, 2019 Page 3 of 3
ERC REPORT LUA18-000293
location and the neighboring properties. Therefore no site-specific mitigation is recommended for the
identified impacts from typical vehicle and construction exhaust.
Mitigation Measures: No mitigation recommended.
Nexus: N/A
3. Water
a. Storm Water
Impacts: The proposed project would not create any new impervious surface. Approximately 295 square feet
of impervious surface would be replaced. The new and/or replaced impervious surface created by proposed
project is less than 2,000 square feet and the proposed land disturbance is less than 7,000 square feet.
Therefore, a drainage report was not required as part of the land use application submittal and no specific
mitigation is recommended.
Mitigation Measures: No mitigation recommended.
Nexus: N/A
4. Transportation
Impacts: The applicant contends the proposed addition would serve the existing student population and
would therefore not result in a net increase in number of trips to and from the site. Therefore, a traffic study
was not required as part of the land use application submittal.
The proposed addition was valued by the applicant at over $150,000.00. For projects with a valuation over
$150,000.00, right-of-way (ROW) dedication and frontage improvements are required for all streets adjacent
to the project site. The applicant has proposed four (4’) feet of ROW dedication on NE 4th St in order to meet
the City’s street standards for Principal Arterials in RMC 4-6-060. The applicant submitted a street modification
request in order to allow the existing ROW width of 60 feet on Monroe Ave NE to be maintained. Staff supports
the applicant’s modification request due to the lack of need for additional ROW dedication in the project area.
In addition, the applicant submitted an exemption request for the frontage improvements based on the
financial hardship the property owner (RTC) would incur if all improvements were constructed. Staff concurs
with the applicant’s reasoning that the small addition to the large campus is not proportional to the cost of
constructing approximately 1,500 linear feet of frontage improvements along Monroe Ave NE and NE 4th St.
No specific mitigation is recommended.
Mitigation Measures: No mitigation recommended.
Nexus: N/A
E. Comments of Reviewing Departments
The proposal has been circulated to City Department and Division Reviewers. Where applicable, their comments
have been incorporated into the text of this report and/or listed under Exhibit 6 “Plan Review Comments to
Applicant.”
Copies of all Review Comments are contained in the Official File and may be attached to this report.
The Environmental Determination decision will become final if the decision is not appealed within the 14-day
appeal period (RCW 43.21.C.075(3); WAC 197-11-680).
Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing
together with the required fee to: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, on
or before 5:00 p.m. on July 12, 2019. RMC 4-8-110 governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner and additional
information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, Renton City Hall – 7th Floor,
(425) 430-6510.
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CITY OF RENTON
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
STAFF REPORT TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
EXHIBITS
Project Name:
RTC TIG Addition
Project Number:
PR19-000221
Date of Meeting
June 24, 2019
Staff Contact
Alex Morganroth
Associate Planner
Project Contact/Applicant
Cary Guenther, OAI PS, 1011
SW Klickitat Way, #208,
Seattle, WA 98134
Project Location
3000 NE 4th Street
The following exhibits are included with the ERC Report:
Exhibit 1: Environmental Review Committee (ERC) Report
Exhibit 2: Neighborhood Detail Map
Exhibit 3: Site Plan
Exhibit 4: Architectural Elevations
Exhibit 5: Floor Plan
Exhibit 6: Plan Review Comments
DocuSign Envelope ID: 9531E473-FFC5-4E6D-A3D0-E16AF8B50705
RECEIVED05/23/2019amorganrothPLANNING DIVISIONExhibit 2DocuSign Envelope ID: 9531E473-FFC5-4E6D-A3D0-E16AF8B50705
RECEIVED05/23/2019amorganrothPLANNING DIVISIONExhibit 3DocuSign Envelope ID: 9531E473-FFC5-4E6D-A3D0-E16AF8B50705
Exhibit 4
DocuSign Envelope ID: 9531E473-FFC5-4E6D-A3D0-E16AF8B50705
RECEIVED
05/23/2019
amorganroth
PLANNING DIVISION
Exhibit 5
DocuSign Envelope ID: 9531E473-FFC5-4E6D-A3D0-E16AF8B50705
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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ADVISORY NOTES TO APPLICANT
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 action.
Planning:
(Contact: Name, 425-430-7219, amorganroth@rentonwa.gov)
1. RMC section 4-4-030.C.2 limits haul hours between 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday unless
otherwise approved by the Development Services Division.
2. Commercial, multi-family, new single family and other nonresidential construction activities shall be
restricted to the hours between seven o’clock (7:00) a.m. and eight o’clock (8:00) p.m., Monday through
Friday. Work on Saturdays shall be restricted to the hours between nine o’clock (9:00) a.m. and eight
o’clock (8:00) p.m. No work shall be permitted on Sundays.
3. Within thirty (30) days of completion of grading work, the applicant shall hydroseed or plant an
appropriate ground cover over any portion of the site that is graded or cleared of vegetation and where
no further construction work will occur within ninety (90) days. Alternative measures such as mulch,
sodding, or plastic covering as specified in the current King County Surface Water Management Design
Manual as adopted by the City of Renton may be proposed bet ween the dates of November 1st and
March 31st of each year. The Development Services Division’s approval of this work is required prior to
final inspection and approval of the permit.
4. A National Permit Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit is required when more than one acre is
being cleared.
5. The applicant will be required to submit a Final Stream Mitigation Report and Maintenance and
Monitoring proposal. In addition, the applicant will be required to comply with all the code requirements
of RMC 4-3-050 Critical Areas. This includes, but is not limited to, placing the critical area within a Native
Growth Protection Easement, providing fencing and signage, and providing the City with a site
restoration surety device and, later, a maintenance and moni toring surety device.
6. The applicant may not fill, excavate, stack or store any equipment, dispose of any materials, supplies or
fluids, operate any equipment, install impervious surfaces, or compact the earth in any way within the
area defined by the drip line of any tree to be retained.
7. The applicant shall erect and maintain six foot (6') high chain link temporary construction fencing around
the drip lines of all retained trees, or along the perimeter of a stand of retained trees. Placards shall be
placed on fencing every fifty feet (50') indicating the words, “NO TRESPASSING – Protected Trees” or on
each side of the fencing if less than fifty feet (50'). Site access to individually protected trees or groups
of trees shall be fenced and signed. Individual trees shall be fenced on four (4) sides. In addition, the
applicant shall provide supervision whenever equipment or trucks are moving near trees.
8. This permit is shall comply with the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. The permitted is responsible
for adhering to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Bald Eagle Management Guidelines (2007) and
/or your U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service permit.
Development Engineering:
(Contact: Name, 425-430-7298, rnair@rentonwa.gov)
1. See Attached Development Engineering Memo dated June 4, 2019
Fire Authority:
Exhibit 6
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ADVISORY NOTES TO APPLICANT
Page 2 of 2 LUA**-000***
(Contact: Corey Thomas, 425-430-7024, cthomas@rentonwa.gov)
Environmental Impact Comments:
1. Fire impact fees are applicable at the rate of $0.72 per square foot, payable at time of
building permit issuance.
Code Related Comments:
1. An approved NFPA 13 fire sprinkler and NFPA 72 fire alarm systems are req uired throughout
the building. The fire alarm system is required to be fully addressable and full detection is
required. Separate plans and permits are required by the fire department.
2. Fire extinguishers are required throughout the building and must satisfy both IFC 3504.2.6 and
NFPA 10 requirements for hazards, spacing and accessibility.
3. Emergency disconnect switch shall be provided per IFC 3506.4.
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