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November 8, 2019
Mettie Brasel
18215 72nd Ave S
Kent, WA 98032
SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL THRESHOLD (SEPA) DETERMINATION
Brown Bear Auto Sentry Building Addition, LUA19-000201, ECF, SA-A
Dear Ms. Brasel :
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
November 22, 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) 430-7312.
For the Environmental Review Committee,
Angelea Weihs
Associate Planner
Enclosure
cc: Car Wash Enterprises, LLC / Owner
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:
November 8, 2019
PROJECT NAME/NUMBER: PR19-000396; Brown Bear Auto Sentry Building
Addition / LUA19-000201
PROJECT LOCATION: 77 Rainier Ave S (APN 1823059131)
APPLICANT/PROJECT CONTACT
PERSON:
Mettie Brasel, Assistant Planner/18215 72nd Ave S, KEnt, WA
98032/mbrasel@barghausen.com
LOCATION WHERE APPLICATION MAY
BE REVIEWED:
Applicant documents are available online through the City of Renton
Document Center website. See also http://bit.ly/2nf4tUV
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Administrative Site Plan Review and Environmental
(SEPA) Review in order to remove an existing Chevron gas station which includes dispensers, pipping, canopy, cashier’s
kiosk, and underground storage tanks, and construct a new Auto Sentry pay station for the existing 1,820 square foot car
wash on site. The project site is 21,913 square feet and located at 77 Rainier Ave S (parcel number 1823059131). The
property is within the Commercial Arterial (CA) Zone, Commercial Mixed Use Land Use Designation, and Urban Design
District D. The project proposal includes a new canopy, auto cashiers and gates, new landscaping and relocation of the
trash/recycling enclosure. The existing car wash building is proposed to remain. No tree removal is proposed with the
project. Sensitive slopes, high erosion hazards, seismic hazards, and high landslide hazards are mapped on the project
site. Protected slopes are mapped within 20 feet of the project site.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on November 22, 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
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
ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA19-000201, ECF, SA-A
APPLICANT: Mettie Brasel, Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc., 18215 72nd Ave S, Kent,
WA 98032
PROJECT NAME: Brown Bear Auto Sentry Building
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Administrative Site Plan Review and Environmental
(SEPA) Review in order to remove an existing Chevron gas station, which includes dispensers, pipping, canopy, cashier’s
kiosk, and underground storage tanks, and construct a new Auto Sentry pay station for the existing 1,820 square foot car
wash on site. The project site is 21,913 square feet and located at 77 Rainier Ave S (parcel number 1823059131). The
property is within the Commercial Arterial (CA) Zone, Commercial Mixed Use Land Use Designation, and Urban Design
District D. The project proposal includes a new canopy, auto cashiers and gates, new landscaping and relocation of the
trash/recycling enclosure. The existing car wash building is proposed to remain. No tree removal is proposed with the
project. Sensitive slopes, high erosion hazards, seismic hazards, and high landslide hazards are mapped on the project site.
Protected slopes are mapped within 20 feet of the project site.
PROJECT LOCATION: 77 Rainier Ave S
LEAD AGENCY: City of Renton
Environmental Review Committee
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 22, 2019 .
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: November 8, 2019
DATE OF DECISION: November 4, 2019
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
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Project Location Map
SR_ERC Report_Brown Bear Auto Sentry Building
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT
ERC Meeting Date:November 4, 2019
Project File Number:PR19-000396
Project Name:Brown Bear Auto Sentry Building
Land Use File Number:LUA19-000201, ECF, SA-A
Project Manager:Angelea Weihs, Associate Planner
Owner:Car Wash Enterprises, LLC., 3977 Leary Way N.W., Seattle, WA 98107
Applicant/Contact:Mettie Brasel, Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc., 18215 72nd Ave S, Kent,
WA 98032
Project Location:77 Rainier Ave S
Project Summary:The applicant is requesting Administrative Site Plan Review and Environmental
(SEPA) Review in order to remove an existing Chevron gas station, which includes
dispensers, pipping, canopy, cashier’s kiosk, and underground storage tanks, and
construct a new Auto Sentry pay station for the existing 1,820 square foot car wash
on site. The project site is 21,913 square feet and located at 77 Rainier Ave S
(parcel number 1823059131). The property is within the Commercial Arterial (CA)
Zone, Commercial Mixed Use Land Use Designation, and Urban Design District D.
The project proposal includes a new canopy, auto cashiers and gates, new
landscaping and relocation of the trash/recycling enclosure. The existing car wash
building is proposed to remain. No tree removal is proposed with the project.
Sensitive slopes, high erosion hazards, seismic hazards, and high landslide hazards
are mapped on the project site. Protected slopes are mapped within 20 feet of the
project site.
Exist. Bldg. Area SF:1,950 SF Site Area:21,913 SF (0.50
acres)
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a
Determination of Non-Significance (DNS)
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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. Exhibits
Exhibit 1:Environmental Review Committee (ERC) Report
Exhibit 2:Site Plan
Exhibit 3:Drainage Report, prepared by Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc., dated July 2,
2019
Exhibit 4:Geotechnical Report, prepared by ZipperGeo, dated July 27, 2018
Exhibit 5:Project Narrative
Exhibit 6:Public Comment letter from Department of Ecology, dated October 9, 2019
Exhibit 7:Dangerous Waste Guidance for Gas Stations Handout
Exhibit 8:Landscape Plan
Exhibit 9:Elevations
Exhibit 10:Grading Plan
Exhibit 11:Traffic Concurrency Memo
Exhibit 12:Advisory Notes
C. 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: A geotechnical report prepared by ZipperGeo (Exhibit 4), dated July 27, 2018, was submitted
with the project application. The project site is triangular in shape and is bordered by a McDonalds
commercial development to the north, Rainier Ave S to the east, and a steep east-facing slope that
extends up to Hayes Pl SW to the west. According to the report, the project site is relatively level and
substantially surfaced with a combination of asphalt and concrete pavement. A rockery wall ranging
from approximately 1.5 feet to 4 feet is located along the western property line and defines the toe
of the off-site, east-facing slope. The proposal includes the removal of the existing gas station, which
includes removal of dispensers, piping, canopy, cashier’s kiosk, and underground storage tanks. The
geotechnical report states that temporary excavations for tank removal may extend about 12 to 14
below existing grade.
The proposed improvements include construction of a new auto entry pay station, which includes a
new canopy, auto cashier’s kiosks and gates, new landscaping, and relocation of the dumpster
enclosure. The existing car wash building is proposed to remain.
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The project narrative (Exhibit 5) states that the proposal will result in approximately 5,100 square feet
of disturbed area, with approximately 250 cubic yards of cut, and 250 cubic yards of fill.
The ZipperGeo engineering geologist completed a geotechnical reconnaissance of the site and
adjacent off-site public right-of-way abutting the site. The report identifies one steep, off-site slope
located between the western site property line and Hayes Pl SW, which terminates at the rockery
wall. The report states that the off-site slope has a relatively uniform slope, with an inclination of
approximately 30 to 33 degrees. The slope is covered by a well-established ivy ground cover, with
several scattered ornamental deciduous trees that are proposed to be retained. The report states that
no obvious indications of past slope movement or surface erosion were observed.
The report states that the evaluation of the subsurface conditions included a review of ten borings
and one strata-probe exploration completed on the subject property by other consultants for previous
geotechnical and environmental studies. The borings extended to depths ranging from approximately
15 to 30.5 feet below grade. The strata-probe extended approximately 14.5 feet below grade. The
explorations encountered soils interpreted as fill over alluvium, over weathered Tukwila Formation
soils. Groundwater was reported at depths ranging from approximately 14 to 17.5 feet below grade
in some of the explorations at the time of drilling and within site groundwater monitoring wells.
The report concludes that the proposed redevelopment appears feasible from a geotechnical
standpoint and that neither slope nor landslide hazard buffers are warranted.
The applicant indicates that Department of Ecology guidelines will be followed during tank removal.
It is anticipated that the City’s currently adopted erosion control, construction, and drainage
regulations would adequately mitigate for any impacts that could result from the proposed tank
removal and demolition activities; therefore, no further mitigation is recommended.
Mitigation Measures: None recommended.
Nexus: Not Applicable.
2. Storm Water
Impacts: The applicant submitted a Technical Information Report, prepared by Barghausen Consulting
Engineers, Inc., dated July 2, 2019, (Exhibit 3) with the project application. Based on the City of
Renton’s flow control map, the site falls within the Peak Rate Flow Control Standard Area matching
Existing Site Conditions and is within the Cedar River Drainage Basin. The development is subject to
full Drainage Review in accordance with the 2017 Renton Surface Water Design Manual (RSWDM). All
nine Core Requirements and the six Special Requirements have been discussed in the provided
Technical Information Report. The project proposes to maintain the existing flow characteristics and
is not proposing any additional storm water conveyance system. The project proposes less than 5,000
square feet of pollution generating impervious surface; therefore, the project is exempt from flow
control and water quality.
A final drainage report complying with the current Renton Surface Water Design Manual (RSWDM)
would be required at the time of Civil Construction Permit. It is anticipated that the City’s currently
adopted 2017 City of Renton Surface Water Design Manual would mitigate for any potential surface
water impacts that would be generated by the project proposal, therefore no further mitigation is
recommended at this time.
Mitigation Measure: None recommended
Nexus: N/A
3. Environmental Health
Environmental Health Hazards
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Impacts: Staff received one agency comment letter from the Washington State Department of Ecology
(Exhibit 6). The public comment letter states that all waste generated as a result of this project must
be properly designated per WAC 173-303-070, a process of determining whether a waste must be
managed as dangerous waste and what the major hazards are. The comment letter clarifies that
inadequate designation creates risks and results in improper disposal of dangerous wastes. Gas
station decommissioning activities may generate materials that designate as hazardous or dangerous
waste, including but not limited to: gasoline contaminated fuel filters, hoses, nozzles, spill clean-up
debris, or tank sludges. The Department of Ecology also provided a “Dangerous Waste Guidance for
Gas Stations” handout (Exhibit 7) with the public comment letter. It is anticipated that the currently
adopted State regulations would adequately mitigate for any impacts that could result from the
proposed tank removal and demolition activities; therefore, no further mitigation is recommended.
Mitigation Measures: None recommended
Nexus: N/A
4. Transportation
Impacts: The project proposal includes a total of two (2) onsite parking spaces and a total of six (6)
onsite stacking spaces for the existing car wash. For drive-through service uses, Renton Municipal
Code requires that drive-through facilities be located so that sufficient on-site vehicle stacking space
is provided for the handling of motor vehicles. Typically, 5 stacking spaces per window are required,
unless otherwise determined by the Community and Economic Development Administrator. The
existing car wash has one opening/door; therefore, 5 stacking spaces should be adequate for the
existing use. Stacking spaces cannot obstruct required parking spaces or ingress/egress within the site
or extend into the public right-of-way. The applicant proposes a total of 6 onsite stacking spaces
between the car wash and auto cashier’s kiosks. The project proposal provides adequate space for
compliance with stacking space requirements. Additional parking analysis will be conducted and
provided within the administrative site plan review staff report. Currently, the site has existing
encroachments within the public right-of-way that include existing monument/pole signs and drive
aisles.
Staff completed a transportation concurrency test for the project proposal. The proposed
development would generate a reduction of approximately 1376 net new average weekday daily
trips. During the weekday AM peak hours, the project would generate a reduction of approximately
82 net new trips. During the weekday PM peak hours, the project would generate a reduction of
approximately 112 net new trips. Therefore, the proposed project passes the City of Renton Traffic
Concurrency Test per RMC 4-6-070.D (Exhibit 11).
It is anticipated that code required impact fees would adequately mitigate transportation impacts for
the proposed new auto sentry canopy, and the total proposed stacking spaces would provide
adequate off-street parking for the proposed development; therefore, no further mitigation is
recommended.
Mitigation Measures: None recommended.
Nexus: Not applicable.
D. 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 “Advisory Notes 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).
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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 November 22, 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:
Brown Bear Auto Sentry Building
Land Use File Number:
LUA19-000201, ECF, SA-A
Date of Meeting
November 4, 2019
Staff Contact
Angelea Weihs
Associate Planner
Project Contact/Applicant
Mettie Brasel
Barghausen Consulting
Engineers, Inc.
18215 72nd Ave S, Kent, WA
98032
Project Location
77 Rainier Ave S
The following exhibits are included with the ERC Report:
Exhibit 1:Environmental Review Committee (ERC) Report
Exhibit 2:Site Plan
Exhibit 3:Drainage Report, prepared by Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc., dated July 2, 2019
Exhibit 4:Geotechnical Report, prepared by ZipperGeo, dated July 27, 2018
Exhibit 5:Project Narrative
Exhibit 6:Public Comment letter from Department of Ecology, dated October 9, 2019
Exhibit 7:Dangerous Waste Guidance for Gas Stations Handout
Exhibit 8:Landscape Plan
Exhibit 9:Elevations
Exhibit 10:Grading Plan
Exhibit 11:Traffic Concurrency Memo
Exhibit 12:Advisory Notes
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For:Title:20696CAR WASH ENTERPRISES, INC.3977 LEARY WAY NWSEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98107BROWN BEAR CAR WASH77 RAINIER AVENUE SOUTHRENTON, WASHINGTONPRELIMINARY SITE PLANSP-1CARWASHEXHIBIT 2
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION REPORT
Brown Bear Car Wash
77 Rainier Avenue South
Renton, Washington
City of Renton File No. TBD
Prepared for:
Car Wash Enterprises, Inc.
3977 Leary Way NW
Seattle, WA
July 2, 2019
Our Job No. 20696
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PROJECT NARRATIVE
Site Plan Review
Brown Bear Car Wash - Auto Sentry Addition
77 Rainier Avenue South, Renton, Washington 98057
APN No. 1823059131
Our Job No. 20696
Prepared by:
Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc.
July 29, 2019
Project Location:
The Brown Bear Car Wash property is zoned Commercial Arterial (CA) with an Urban Design District 'D'
overlay in which the car wash is an allowed use, subject to Site Plan approval. The project site is
approximately 21,913 square feet and consists of an existing Brown Bear Car Wash with automotive service
station. The Auto Sentry will be located 53 feet from the front property line to the east, 6 feet from the side
property line to the north, and 77 feet from the rear property line to the west. The property is adjacent to
Rainier Avenue and Hayes Place S.W. with adjacent zoning consisting of Residential zoning to the west
and Commercial Arterial zoning to the north, east, and south.
Project Description:
Car Wash Enterprises, Inc. is seeking Site Plan Review approval to allow for the construction of a 27- x 20-
foot Auto Sentry canopy structure for unattended, point-of-sale transactions. Additional site improvements
include the addition of a trash enclosure, asphalt paving and striping, new curbing, and perimeter and
interior landscaping. The existing automotive service station will be demolished and replaced with new
paving and landscaping.
Grading
Site grading will be limited to the excavation and removal of the existing underground storage tanks and
installation of canopy footings, under canopy slab, and queueing area. Site grading will require
approximately 250 cubic yards of cut and 250 cubic yards of fill. The overall project disturbance area is
approximately 5,100 square feet.
Access, Parking, and Circulation
The project will add two (2) parking spaces for an overall total of ten (10) spaces for the Brown Bear Car
Wash, eight (8) of which will be used as vacuum stalls . City parking standards require one (1) space for
each employee for full service car wash uses. Based on this ratio, a minimum of one (1) parking stalls is
required for the Brown Bear Car Wash. The site will continue to exceed the City's minimum parking
requirements after the addition of the Auto Sentry.
The Brown Bear Car Wash will maintain and not modify the two points of access along Rainier Avenue.
The project is not anticipated to result in an increase in trips due to the demolition of the existing fuel facility,
which should result in a net decrease of trips for the site. Additionally, the project does not propose any
right-of-way improvements or dedications.
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Architectural Design
The Auto Sentry canopy is designed to match the existing carwash structure and includes a metal-wrapped
canopy fascia and painted steel canopy columns. The Auto Sentry canopy will maintain the standard Brown
Bear color scheme, which includes a blue fascia with a green accent stripe. City design standards require
the canopy to be consistent with the Urban Design Regulations. The requirements can be found in the table
below under the Site Plan Review Justification "iv".
Signage and Lighting
The Auto Sentry under-canopy lighting will be LED lighting fixtures that are directed downward to prevent
glare to adjacent properties. Additionally, Brown Bear Carwash utilizes an illuminated open/close sign to
direct customers to open pay stations and LED attendant lights to notify attendants that a customer requires
assistance at the pay station. City lighting standards require building lights to be directed onto the building
itself or the ground immediately abutting to it and shall not be visible above the roofline of the building. In
regards to signage, the Brown Bear Carwash Auto Sentry will provide a menu sign to identify carwash
options to customers and will include a wall sign with the Brown Bear logo. City sign standards allow wall
signs with a total copy area not exceeding 20 percent of the building facade to which it is applied. The
Brown Bear Auto Sentry will meet the City's sign and lighting standards.
Landscaping
The project will add approximately 1,750 square feet of landscaping resulting in an overall landscape area
of approximately 3,292 square feet for the overall site. The project will modify the existing landscaping along
the north property line and will add a landscape planter within the interior of the site. Additionally, the project
does not propose the removal of any trees within the Brown Bear site. City landscape standards require a
mixture of trees and shrubs along the perimeter of the site and requires any interior parking lot landscaping
area to be sized to dimensions of at least 8 x 12 feet. The project will comply with the minimum landscape
standards for the impacted areas of the site, including new perimeter landscaping abutting the north
property line adjacent to the modified drive-thru entrance and a new interior landscape planter abutting the
two parking spaces and trash enclosure.
Construction
Construction of the Auto Sentry will comply with RMC 4-4-030.C and will be completed in a single phase.
Construction will occur after approval of the applicable permits , which is anticipated to occur between
January and March 2020. Construction activities will occur between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday and between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. on Saturdays to comply with
the City's construction work hours. Construction will utilize Best Management Practices (BMPs) to minimize
any impacts to the surrounding neighborhoods.
Urban Center Design Overlay
The Brown Bear Car Wash property is within the Urban Design District "D". The project will meet all
applicable design criteria within RMC 4-3-100, as shown in the table below, under the Site Plan Review
Justification "iv".
Purpose of Request:
Site Plan Review
Pursuant to the City of Renton's Municipal Code, Code Section 4-9-200.E.3, the Zoning Administrator may
approve an application when all of the following findings are made:
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STATE OF WASHINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
Northwest Regional Office 3190 160th Avenue SE Bellevue, Washington 98008-5452 (425) 649-7000
711 for Washington Relay Service Persons with a speech disability can call (877) 833-6341
October 9, 2019
Angelea Weihs
Planning Division
City of Renton
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
Re: Brown Bear Auto Sentry Building
File# LUA19-000201 / PR19-000396, Ecology SEPA# 201905484
Dear Angelea Weihs:
Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the Brown Bear Auto Sentry Building.
Based on review of the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) checklist associated with this
Project, the Department of Ecology (Ecology) has the following comments:
All waste streams generated as a result of your project must be properly designated (see WAC
173-303-070), a process of determining whether a waste must be managed as dangerous waste
and what the major hazards are. Inadequate designation creates risks and results in improper
disposal of dangerous wastes. Gas station decommissioning activities may generate materials
that designate as hazardous or dangerous waste, including but not limited to: gasoline
contaminated fuel filters, hoses, nozzles, spill clean-up debris, or tank sludges.
In Washington, we use the term “dangerous waste” while the federal rules use the term
“hazardous waste." Washington’s Dangerous Waste Regulations are based on the federal
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA); however, dangerous waste includes more
wastes than the federal definition.
Please visit Ecology’s website to find information on waste designation, generator status
requirements, dangerous waste annual reporting, and additional information about the Dangerous
Waste Regulations and how they might pertain to activities conducted on your site.
See Ecology’s "Dangerous Waste Guidance for Gas Stations" for more information.
Thank you for considering these comments from Ecology. If you have any questions or would
like to respond to these comments, please contact Kyle Masters from the Hazardous Waste and
Toxics Reduction Program at (425) 649-7055 or by email at kyle.masters@ecy.wa.gov.
EXHIBIT 6
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Sincerely,
Katelynn Piazza
SEPA Coordinator
Sent by email: Tess Cooper, tessc@cityofanacortes.org
ecc: Mettie Brasel, Assistant Planner
Kyle Masters, Ecology
Attachment: Dangerous Waste Guidance for Gas Stations
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Focus on Pollution Prevention
Publication Number: 14-04-011 1 April 2014
Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program April 2014
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change we know our water
resources are not unlimited and
certainly not free.
Population growth and
associated development
increase the demand for clean,
abundant water and increase
pollution problems.
The Washington State
Department of Ecology
(Ecology) is committed to
ensuring the state has clean,
adequate water supplies that
meet current and future
drinking water needs,
commercial and agricultural
uses, and to sustain fish and
the natural environment.
Special accommodations
If you need this document in a
format for the visually impaired,
call the Hazardous Waste and
Toxics Reduction Program at
360-407-6700.
Persons with hearing loss, call
711 for Washington Relay
Service. Persons with a speech
disability, call 877-833-6341.
Dangerous Waste Guidance
for Gas Stations
Gas stations across the state produce dangerous wastes such as:
Gas-soaked kitty litter or other absorbent from leaks or spills.
Gas and water mixtures (from well testing, spill buckets, sumps,
and stormwater runoff).
Sludges from the catch basin and oil water separators.
Contaminated wastewater from car washes.
If not managed properly,
these wastes can damage
the environment and put
employees, your
property, and the
community at risk.
As a single gas station,
you may think the small
amounts of these wastes
you generate are not
such a big deal.
However, when you
multiply these small wastes by the number of gas stations across the
state, they become a much larger problem.
Dangerous wastes pollute drinking water supplies and cause health
concerns. They can be toxic, flammable, and sometimes caustic.
They don't belong on the ground, down the drain, or in the dumpster.
Good dangerous waste management and safety practices:
Ensures that you comply with the dangerous waste regulations
and avoid costly penalties.
Reduces risks to your employees, your property, and your
community.
Shows that you are helping to maintain a clean and healthy
environment in Washington State.
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Properly manage dangerous waste
• Store ignitable waste in fireproof containers.
• Ship waste according to the United States Department of Transportation regulations.
• Make sure containers and wastes are compatible.
• Manage contact water or water from testing wells as dangerous waste, or test and designate each drum.
• Check spill buckets before and after every delivery. Remove any debris, liquid, and ice.
Only rain down the drain
• When power-washing, prevent wash
water from flowing into storm drains
and ditches.
Block storm drains with mats.
Use sand bags to direct water to
the collection area.
Use sump pump and hose(s) to
direct water to sewer.
• Do not put liquid from spill buckets
down the drain. Remove the liquid
and dispose of it properly.
• Do not allow soapy water into the storm drain.
• Know where your drains go. It is vital in case of a fire, spill, or other emergency. Get maps showing
where they lead. Contact your public utility for assistance.
• Know if your site has pretreatment. Is your pretreatment inspected? How often? Where are records kept?
See Ecology’s Storm Water Manual for Western Washington IV or Storm Water Manual for Eastern
Washington for more information.
Underground storage tanks
Training
Ecology requires training for persons who own, manage, or work at gas stations that have underground
storage tanks (USTs). The training ensures familiarity with preventative maintenance, leak detection
requirements, and that proper safety and emergency procedures are followed. The types of operators are
defined in WAC 173-360-730 and are briefly described below.
• Tank operators (usually the owner or manager) require Class A/B training. Training is in-depth
and covers the general requirements, operation, and maintenance of UST systems.
• Cashier (or other designated on-site individual) who is responsible for responding to
emergencies and spills when a Class A or B operator is not on site requires Class C training. At
all times a facility is in use someone must have at least a Class C certification.
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Class A/B and Class C operator trainings are provided by approved trainers. Class C operators may also
be trained by the Class A/B operator. For more information on operator training, see 173-360-730 WAC
(requirements), -760 (records and retention), or -120 (definitions). To find a list of approved trainers, call
the UST inspector in your area or visit www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/tcp/ust-
lust/OperatorTraining/OperatorTraining.html.
Emergencies
Each UST facility must have signage posted that provides emergency response information.
Emergency signs must be visible to anyone dispensing or delivering fuel. Sign(s) should be installed
prominently on the building nearest the dispensers. A minimum of one sign is required per facility, but if it
cannot be easily located due to the size of the facility, it is advisable to post extra signs. In some situations,
Ecology may require more signs.
An emergency sign should identify the location of the emergency shut-off device, a fire extinguisher, and
instructions in case of an emergency. An example might look like:
• Owners, managers, and employees must know what to do in the event of a spill.
• Operators must keep a spills log.
• Create and maintain a written spill plan.
• Consult your ATG alarm flowchart in case of a spill.
• There should be a spill kit within 25 feet of all fueling stations. Spill kits should include:
Absorbent pads capable of containing 15 gallons of fuel.
Storm drain plug.
A non-water boom ten feet or more with a capacity of 12 gallons.
A non-metallic shovel.
For more information about signage, see Ecology’s Focus on Emergency Signage Required for UST Sites,
publication #12-09-240.
EMERGENCY: FIRE, SPILL, OR RELEASE
• Use Emergency Shut-off (next to front door).
• Call the Fire Department __________________________ or 911.
• Call the facility operator ____________________________.
• Fire extinguisher is located inside building.
John Doe Service Station
1234 Service Station Road
Seattle WA 99999
Business phone:_______________________________
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MATERIAL & COLOR LEGENDFor:Title:
20696 CAR WASH ENTERPRISES, INC.
3977 LEARY WAY NW
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98107
BROWN BEAR CAR WASH
77 RAINIER AVENUE SOUTH
RENTON, WASHINGTON
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IN COMPLIANCE WITH CITY OF RENTON STANDARDS
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RENTON BROWN BEAR
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:October 17, 2019
TO:Angelea Weihs, Associate Planner
FROM:Brianne Bannwarth, Development Engineering Manager
SUBJECT:Traffic Concurrency Test – Brown Bear Auto Sentry Building
Addition; LUA19-000201
The applicant is requesting Administrative Site Plan Review and Environmental (SEPA) Review in
order to remove an existing Chevron gas station (with 8 vehicle fueling positions) which includes
dispensers, pipping, canopy, cashier’s kiosk, and underground storage tanks, and construct a new
Auto Sentry pay station for the existing 1,820 square foot car wash on site. The project site is
21,913 square feet and located at 77 Rainier Ave S (parcel number 1823059131). The property is
within the Commercial Arterial (CA) Zone, Commercial Mixed Use Land Use Designation, and
Urban Design District D. The project proposal includes a new canopy, auto cashiers and gates,
new landscaping and relocation of the trash/recycling enclosure. The existing car wash building
is proposed to remain. No tree removal is proposed with the project. Sensitive slopes, high
erosion hazards, seismic hazards, and high landslide hazards are mapped on the project site.
Protected slopes are mapped within 20 feet of the project site.
The proposed development would generate a reduction of approximately 1376 net new average
weekday daily trips. During the weekday AM peak hour, the project would generate a reduction
of approximately 82 net new trips (-41 inbound and -41 outbound). During the weekday PM peak
hour, the project would generate a reduction of approximately 112 net new trips (-56 inbound
and -56 outbound). The proposed project passes the City of Renton Traffic Concurrency Test per
RMC 4-6-070.D as follows:
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Traffic Concurrency Test Criteria Pass
Implementation of citywide Transportation Plan Yes
Within allowed growth levels Yes
Project subject to transportation mitigation or impact fees Yes
Site specific street improvements to be completed by project N/A
Traffic Concurrency Test Passes
Evaluation of Test Criteria
Implementation of citywide Transportation Plan: The City’s investment in completion of the
forecast traffic improvements is 130% of the scheduled expenditure through 2020.
Within allowed growth levels: As shown on the attached citywide traffic concurrency summary,
the calculated citywide trip capacity for concurrency with the city adopted model for 2019 is
1,710 trips, which provides sufficient capacity to accommodate a reduction of approximately 112
additional trips from this project. A resulting 1,822 trips are remaining.
Project subject to transportation mitigation or impact fees: The project will be subject to
transportation impact fees at time of building permit for the project. At this time, the project
reduces the PM Peak Hour trips, therefore, the project will not require additional transportation
impact fees.
Site specific street improvements to be completed by project: The application does not trigger
frontage improvements per Renton Municipal Code (RMC) 4-6-060.
Background Information on Traffic Concurrency Test for Renton
The City of Renton Traffic Concurrency requirements for proposed development projects are
covered under Renton Municipal Code (RMC) 4-6-070. The specific concurrency test requirement
is covered in RMC 4-6-070.D, which is listed for reference:
D. CONCURRENCY REVIEW PROCESS:
1. Test Required: A concurrency test shall be conducted by the Department for each
nonexempt development activity. The concurrency test shall determine consistency with
the adopted Citywide Level of Service Index and Concurrency Management System
established in the Transportation Element of the Renton Comprehensive Plan, according
to rules and procedures established by the Department. The Department shall issue an
initial concurrency test result describing the outcome of the concurrency test.
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2. Written Finding Required: Prior to approval of any nonexempt development activity
permit application, a written finding of concurrency shall be made by the City as part of
the development permit approval. The finding of concurrency shall be made by the
decision maker with the authority to approve the accompanying development permits
required for a development activity. A written finding of concurrency shall apply only to
the specific land uses, densities, intensities, and development project described in the
application and development permit.
3. Failure of Test: If no reconsideration is requested, or if upon reconsideration a project
fails the concurrency test, the project application shall be denied by the decision maker
with the authority to approve the accompanying development activity permit application.
The Concurrency Management System established in the Transportation Element on page XI-65
of the Comprehensive Plan states the following:
Based upon the test of the citywide Transportation Plan, consideration of growth levels
included in the LOS-tested Transportation Plan, payment of a Transportation Mitigation
Fee, and an application of site specific mitigation, development will have met City of
Renton concurrency requirements.
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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: Angelea Weihs, 425-430-7312, aweihs@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 between 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. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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: Brianne Bannwarth, 425-430-7299, bbannwarth@rentonwa.gov)
1. See Attached Transportation Concurrency Memo.
Fire Authority:
(Contact: Corey Thomas, 425-430-7024, cthomas@rentonwa.gov)
1. See attached Renton Fire Authority Memo.
Technical Services:
(Contact: Amanda Askren, 425-430-7369, aaskren@rentonwa.gov)
1. No Comment.
Community Services:
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(Contact: Leslie Betlach, 425-430-6619, lbetlach@rentonwa.gov)
1. No Comment.
Police:
(Contact: Cyndie Parks, 425-430-7521, cparks@rentonwa.gov)
1. No Comment.
Building:
(Contact: Craig Burnell, 425-430-7290, cburnell@rentonwa.gov)
1. Recommendations of the geotechnical report must be followed as a condition of building permits.
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FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:September 26, 2019
TO:Angelea Weihs, Associate Planner
FROM:Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector
SUBJECT:Brown Bear Demolition
Environmental Impact Comments:
1. None.
Code Related Comments:
1. Separate plans and permits are required to be obtained from the
Renton Regional Fire Authority for the removal of all underground
tanks and tank monitoring systems.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:October 24, 2019
TO:Angelea Weihs, Associate Planner
FROM:Brianne Bannwarth, Development Engineering Manager
SUBJECT:Utility and Transportation Comments for Brown Bear Car Wash
77 Rainier Avenue S
LUA19-000201
I have reviewed the application for Brown Bear Car Wash at 77 Rainier Avenue S (parcel #1823059131).
EXISTING CONDITIONS
The site is approximately 0.50 acres in size and is triangular in shape. The existing site is developed with
an existing brown bear car Wash and six (6) vehicle fueling stations with associated parking lot.
Water Water service is provided by City of Renton. The site is in the Valley service area in the 196
pressure zone and is within the City’s Wellhead Protection Area Zone 2. There is an existing 12-
inch water main in Rainier Avenue S that deliver a maximum capacity of 2,600 gallons per
minute (gpm) – (see Water plan no. W-036203). The static water pressure of the system is
approximately 68 psi at ground elevation of 34 feet. There is existing 1-1/2” lateral domestic
water service to property with required backflow assembly.
Sewer Sewer service is provided by City of Renton. There is an existing 6” concrete side sewer that
serves the existing car wash facility.
Storm The site is serviced by an existing onsite storm drainage conveyance system. There is an existing
12-inch storm drainage main within Rainier Avenue S.
Streets Rainier Avenue S. is classified as a principal arterial with an existing right of way (ROW) width
varying between 135 feet to 150 feet as measured using the King County Assessor’s Map. The
current roadway section is the following: pavement section ranges between 75 feet and 87 feet
with a one-half foot (0.5’) curb and gutter, and five-foot (5’) sidewalk on both sides of the
roadway long the project frontage. Many of the existing site improvements (i.e. business sign,
parking lot, etc.) extend into the Rainer right of way. The City is currently within the design
phase for a Capital Improvement Project along the Rainier Avenue S that will modify the
improvements along the property frontage.
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Hayes Place SW Commercial-Mixed Use & Industrial Access Street with an existing right-of-way
(ROW) width is 60 feet as measured using the King County Assessor’s Map. The current roadway
section is the following: pavement section is 20 feet with a sloped vegetated shoulder on the
east side of the roadway along the project site.
CODE REQUIREMENTS
The project proposes to eliminate the six fueling stations and associated fuel tanks located on the north
side of the site. The fueling stations will be replaced by two car wash kiosks, two employee parking stalls,
and relocated dumpster enclosure.
WATER
The proposed improvements will not require any additional connections to the City’s water system.
SEWER
1. The surface water collected at the dumpster enclosure shall be directed to a sanitary sewer
system through a Type 1 catch basin with a turn down elbow attached to the discharge pipe.
STORM DRAINAGE
1. A geotechnical report, dated July 27, 2018, completed by ZipperGeo, for the site has been
provided. The submitted report describes the site is a Low Erosion Hazard area within the areas
proposed for construction (<15% slope). Erosion control measures will need to be in place prior
to starting grading activities on the site. The report discusses the soil and groundwater
characteristics of the site noting the 2.5 to 10 feet of fill material on site and provides
recommendations for project design and construction.
2. Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc. with the Land Use Application, submitted a Preliminary
Drainage Plan and Technical Information Report (TIR), dated July 2, 2019. Based on the City of
Renton’s flow control map, the site falls within the Peak Rate Flow Control Standard Area
matching Existing Site Conditions and is within the Cedar River Drainage Basin. The development
is subject to Full Drainage Review in accordance with the 2017 Renton Surface Water Design
Manual (RSWDM). All nine Core Requirements and the six Special Requirements have been
discussed in the Technical Information Report. The following discusses some of the core and
special requirements in more detail.
a. Flow Control, RSWDM Core Requirement #3: The project proposes less than 5,000 square
feet of impervious surface, therefore, project is exempt from flow control.
b. Conveyance, RSWDM Core Requirement #4: The project currently maintains the existing
flow characteristics and is no proposing any additional storm water conveyance system.
c. Water Quality, RSWDM Core Requirement #8: The project proposes less than 5,000
square feet of pollution generating impervious surface, therefore, project is exempt from
water quality.
d.Onsite BMPs, RSWDM Core Requirement #9: At this time, due to the soil characteristics
of the site and proposed site plan (i.e. fill material on site, erosion hazard zone and steep
slopes), On-site BMPs are noted as being infeasible on site. On-site BMPs will be
evaluated during the review of the Building Permit Application.
3. The fuel tanks shall be removed in accordance with Department of Ecology standards. Applicant
to obtain any required permits from Department of Ecology.
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4. The site is currently proposing a reduction in overall impervious area, therefore, no system
development charges are anticipated. If proposal changes, fees may be required.
TRANSPORTATION/STREET
1. The project currently does not propose to construct more than $150,000 worth of improvements
based on the RMC 4-6-060, therefore frontage improvements are not required along Rainier
Avenue S or Hayes Place SW. If, however, the proposal was to change, frontage improvements
may be required.
2. The project proposes less than 5,000 square feet of commercial building, therefore, street lighting
is not required.
3. Paving and trench restoration within the City of Renton right of way shall comply with the City’s
Trench Restoration and Street Overlay Requirements.
4. The project currently proposes to eliminate six fueling stations reducing the number of PM Peak
Hour Vehicle trips to the site, therefore, the project is not subject to transportation impact fees
or a Traffic Impact Analysis. If, however, the proposal was to change, fees may be required in
accordance with the City’s fee schedule.
5. The Brown Bear Sign located within the Rainier Avenue S right of way at the northeast corner of
the property and the Chevron/Brown Bear sign located within the Rainier Avenue S right of way
in the center of the project frontage shall be relocated to locations on the property. Relocation
of the signs shall be coordinated with the assigned Current Planner Project Manager.
6. Existing parking lot driving aisles extend into the Rainier Avenue S right of way. To maintain these
improvements within the right of way, a Revocable Right of Way Permit is required per Renton
Municipal Code (RMC) 9-4-2.
7. Transportation Concurrency under separate cover.
GENERAL
1. All existing and proposed utility lines (i.e. electrical, phone, and cable services, etc.) within the site
must be underground.
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. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2019 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.
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