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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT
ERC Meeting Date: January 11, 2021
Project File Number: PR20-000322
Project Name: Chevron Fuel System Replacement
Land Use File Number: LUA20-000286, ECF
Project Manager: Jill Ding, Senior Planner
Owner: Chevron Products Company, 6001 Bollinger Canyon Rd, L1164, San Ramon, CA
985483
Applicant/Contact: Sean Anderson, Barghausen Engineers, 18215 72nd Ave S, Kent, WA 98032
Project Location: 1419 N 30th St, Renton, WA 98056
Project Summary: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the removal and
replacement of Underground Storage Tanks (UST) at the Chevron Gas Station.
The project site totals 1.73-acres (75,172 square feet) and is located within the
Commercial Neighborhood (CN) zone and Urban Design District D. The existing
development includes an 1,800-square-foot convenience store, a 2,000-square-
foot fuel dispenser canopy, four (4) fuel dispensers, and three (3) 15,000-gallon
gasoline Underground Storage Tanks (USTs). The project will include the
removal of the three (3) USTs and installation of one (1) 20,000-gallon Regular
Gasoline UST, one (1) 15,000-gallon Supreme Gasoline UST, and one (1) 12,000-
gallon Diesel UST, along with four (4) new dispensers and associated product
and vapor piping. The purpose of the project is to modernize the existing fuel
system, including replacing USTs that are beyond their warranty period and to
ensure the compliance with the latest environmental standards for retail gas
stations. No changes in access to the project site are proposed. The project site
is mapped with a Wellhead Protection Area, Zone 2.
Exist. Bldg. Area SF: N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (footprint):
Proposed New Bldg. Area (gross):
N/A
N/A
Site Area: 75,172 sq. ft. Total Building Area GSF: N/A
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a
Determination of Non-Significance - Mitigated (DNS-M).
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City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development
Chevron Fuel System Replacement
Staff Report to the Environmental Review Committee
LUA20-000286, ECF
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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-M with a 14-day appeal period
B.Mitigation Measures
1.If any Native American grave(s) or archaeological/cultural resources (Indian artifacts) are found, all
construction activity shall stop and the owner/developer shall immediately notify the City of Renton
planning department, concerned Tribes’ cultural committees, and the Washington State Department of
2. Archaeological and Historic Preservation
C.Exhibits
Exhibit 1:Environmental Review Committee (ERC) Report
Exhibit 2:Conceptual Civil Plans
Exhibit 3:Site Plan
Exhibit 4:Technical Information Report (TIR), prepared by Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc.,
dated November 6, 2020
Exhibit 5: Advisory Notes
Exhibit 6: Comment Email from Duwamish Tribe, dated 1/7
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: The topography of the project site is flat. A geotechnical report was not required to be
submitted with the land use application materials as there are no geologic hazards mapped on the
project site requiring a geotechnical report and a geotechnical report was not required per the 2017 City
of Renton Surface Water Design Manual. The proposed project would include the disturbance of
approximately 2,300 square feet of impervious surface for the installation fuel tanks in place of older
tanks and associated utilities. A preliminary analysis of cut/fill activity based on the Site Plan indicates
the project would anticipate approximately 1,000 cubic yards of total earthwork. Most of the cut
material would likely be hauled off site, but depending on existing soil conditions, the cut may be able to
be re-compacted on site. The grading is proposed to match existing grading characteristics. Grading
activity will utilize on-site material whenever possible, in an effort to minimize fill. All imported fill will
be sourced from approved sites and documented accordingly. Excavations will occur to replace
Underground Storage Tanks.
It is anticipated that the City’s adopted Grading and Erosion Control regulations would mitigate any
impacts that could result from the proposed tank removal; therefore, no further mitigation is
recommended.
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City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development
Chevron Fuel System Replacement
Staff Report to the Environmental Review Committee
LUA20-000286, ECF
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Mitigation Measures: None recommended
Nexus: N/A
2. Water
a. Storm Water
Impacts: The applicant submitted a Technical Information Report (TIR), prepared by Barghausen
Consulting Engineers, Inc., dated November 6, 2020 (Exhibit 4). Based on the City’s flow control
map, the site falls within the Peak Rate Flow Control Duration Standard area matching Existing Peak
Conditions and is within the East Lake Washington drainage basin. The development is subject to
Targeted Drainage Review Category 1 in accordance with the 2017 Renton Surface Water Design
Manual (RSWDM).
The total onsite disturbance anticipated for the underground storage tank replacement is 2,300
square feet. The proposed project is exempt from the requirement to provide flow control facilities
as no new impervious surface is proposed.
The proposed project would be subject to the requirements of the 2017 Renton Surface Water
Design Manual, it is anticipated that any surface water impacts would be mitigated through the
implementation of the adopted surface water requirements; therefore no further mitigation is
recommended.
Mitigation Measures: None recommended
Nexus: N/A
3. Environmental Health
Impacts: A Stormwater Pollution Prevention and Spill (SWPPS) Plan, dated November 6, 2020,
prepared by Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc. (Exhibit 4) was submitted with the project
application materials. It is anticipated that gasoline and diesel fuel will be stored onsite during
construction. In the event of a spill, there will be an air horn onsite that will be used to assemble the
crew to take care of the spill. The area around the spill will be secured and a waste removal
contractor will be contacted (if necessary) to remove any hazardous waste that cannot be addressed
by the contractor. Spill response materials will be located in the staging area shown on Temporary
Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (Exhibit 2). Any disposal of any contaminated water or soil will be
done in accordance with state and federal laws. Reports shall be completed and submitted to King
County for any spills.
If any fuel-impacted soils are encountered during the replacement of the underground storage
tanks, clean-up would be required to comply with the Washington State Department of Ecology
Standards; therefore, no further mitigation is recommended.
Mitigation Measures: None recommended
Nexus: N/A
4. Historic and Cultural Preservation
Impacts: Staff received an email from the Duwamish Tribe on January 7, 2021, which stated that
there may be archeological resources on the project site, due to the site’s proximity to May Creek
and Lake Washington. Staff did not receive comments from the Washington State Department of
Archeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) or the Muckleshoot Tribe regarding mapped
archeological deposits on the project site. Staff recommends that archaeological monitoring along
the project corridor occur during construction to ensure appropriate treatment of intact significant
artifacts or deposits, if any exist. Staff recommends, as a SEPA Mitigation Measure, that If any Native
American grave(s) or archaeological/cultural resources (Indian artifacts) are found, all construction
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activity shall stop and the owner/developer shall immediately notify the City of Renton planning
department, concerned Tribes’ cultural committees, and the Washington State Department of
Archeological and Historic Preservation.
Mitigation Measure: If significant artifacts are discovered during construction, any work shall stop
until coordination with the DAHP and Native American tribes has occurred and the City has
authorized work in that segment to resume. If any Native American grave(s) or
archaeological/cultural resources (Indian artifacts) are found, all construction activity shall stop and
the owner/developer shall immediately notify the City of Renton planning department, concerned
Tribes’ cultural committees, and the Washington State Department of Archeological and Historic
Preservation.
Nexus: SEPA Environmental Regulations, RCW 27.53 Archaeological Sites and Resources, and RCW
27.44 Indian Graves and Records
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 “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).
Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in
writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on January 26, 2021. Due to Governor Jay Inslee’s Proclamation 20-25 (“Stay
Home, Stay Healthy”), the City Clerk’s Office is working remotely. For that reason, appeals must be submitted
electronically to the City Clerk at cityclerk@rentonwa.gov. The appeal fee, normally due at the time an appeal
is submitted, will be collected at a future date. Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110
and additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office,
cityclerk@rentonwa.gov. If the situation changes such that the City Clerk’s Office is open when you file your
appeal, you have the option of filing the appeal in person.
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CITY OF RENTON
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
STAFF REPORT TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
EXHIBITS
Project Name:
Chevron Fuel System Replacement
Land Use File Number:
LUA20-000286, ECF
Date of Meeting
January 11, 2021
Staff Contact
Jill Ding
Senior Planner
Project Contact/Applicant
Sean Anderson
Barghausen Engineers
18215 72nd Ave S, Kent, WA
98032
Project Location
1419 N 30th St, Renton, WA
98056
The following exhibits are included with the ERC Report:
Exhibit 1: Environmental Review Committee (ERC) Report
Exhibit 2: Conceptual Civil Plans
Exhibit 3: Site Plan
Exhibit 4: Technical Information Report (TIR), prepared by Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc.,
dated November 6, 2020
Exhibit 5: Advisory Notes
Exhibit 6: Comment Email from Duwamish Tribe, dated 1/7
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