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AND THE RENTON CITY LIMITS WHEREAS the Planning Commission of the City of Renton and the City Council have heretofore adopted and filed a "Comprehensive Plan" as evidenced by Resolution No. 1240, and Ordinance No. 2142, and as same have been implemented and amended from time to time, together with the adoption of various codes, reports and records, and I WHEREAS since said adoption the Planning Commission has heretofore duly recommended to the City Council, from time to time, 'I ji certain amendments to said City's "Comprehensive Plan"; and I' WHEREAS the Planning Commission held a public hearing on or about May 23, 1979; and WHEREAS the Planning Commission has made certain findings and recammendations o the City Council of the City of Renton, and WHEREAS the City Council held a public hearing on this matter on July 23, 1979, and all parties appearing in favor of or in opposition to said amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan having been duly heard at such public hearing, and WHEREAS the City Council has duly determined, after due consideration of the testimony and evidence before it that it is advisable and appropriate ro riate to amend and modify the City's "Comprehensive Plan" and such modification being in the best interest and for the public benefit, NOW THEREFORE I. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: ij SECTION I: The aforestated findings and recitals are it hereby found to be true and correct in all respects. SECTION II : The City of Rent.on's "Comprehensive flan" and maps, data and reports in conjunction therewith are hereby modified and amended, pursuant to the public hearings held in connection therewith as hereinabove specified, which amendments and modifications relate to the following described properties, to-wit: See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein and said properties described in said Exhibit are hereby designated as"Single Family Residence" on said "Comprehensive Plan", and any and all other plans and records pertaining thereto. SECTION III: The Planning Director is hereby authorized and - directed to make the necessAry changes on said City's "Comprehensive Plan" and the maps in conjunction therewith to evidence the afore- described amendment. SECTION IV: The City Clerk is further authorized and directed to file this Ordinance as provided by law, and a complete copy of said document likewise being on file with the office of the City Clerk of the City of Renton. SECTION V: This Ordinance shall be effective upon its passage, approval and five days after its publication. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 8th day of October, 1979. De l ores A. Mea , ity Clerk APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 8th day of October, 1979. Barbara Y. Shinpoch, Mayo -tm I Approved as to form: Lj :-.,.,-i, <,( f/(U ...,.,,.. Lawrence J. Wal<fen, City Attorney Date of Publication: October 12, 1979 • I I: II ,..-'•;!!`,A1'''•' 1 h. -i , 11-1 '' i:',i'4°,§,4 \ / !"?txli, 1 1 _ , ; I,, d',.,:•1 !','i,,, !,,1., ': !I ' 1' jitIrli• • ' • •.:.7rel, .' 1. . ,,' '1:,141iF;,,,:,:;I:ijilAlj.f1T11,111 1 ' [9:1 F-717-1 .j1j! ' i.:•'1 / , „LI , ' '!':$111,,i' ' t:.'i .'ll `if:L.1 . , 11-14 I , • • , 44** . 1, ' ' '• '' . ' !iiillil:' 4..:17'. 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'..i L , • ' i- ! 1 .41L'. 1.. , . ..:424- r, :. :: : : : • •::: - - ,':0 s z:. i I , ! .I ! 'If 64,4ao vadieler 1.•.1.m — "' .1--Li I i 1 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN — WEST HILL AREA DESCRIPTION: BOUNDED BY TAYLOR PL. N.W. , TAYLOR AVE. N.W. , THE RENTON AVE. EXTENSION, S. 84TH AVE. , AND THE RENTON CITY LIMITS PUBLIC/ SINGLE FAMILY QUASI-PUBLIC MEDIUM DENSITY MULTIPLE FAMILY % % .% ,§1,.! ',%-kfiq,%0Y COMMERCIAL I 00000000000 GREENBELT 00000000000 LIGHT 00000000000 88888888,;?: INDUSTRY EXHIBIT "A" . - 14 111 Renton City Council 10/8/79 Page 2 Old Business by Council - Continued Noise Abatement difficulty in enforcement of any noise ordinance and need to Continued measure decibels. Versie Vaupel , 221 Wells Ave. N. , called attention to recently adopted noise control ordinance by King County and suggested like legislation for the city. Utilities Utilities Committee Chairman Shane presented committee report Committee which recommended Council concurrence in the recommendation of Cumulat v�a the Public Works Director (letter of 8/17/79) for establishment of Reserve Fund Cumulative Reserve Fund covering installation, repair and mainten- t.... ance of storm sewer system throughout the city as compared to the specific upgrading of a 12" line in Camas Ave. MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND CLYMER, CONCUR IN REPORT AND REFER TO WAYS AND MEANS COM- MITTEE. CARRIED. (See later. ) Ways and Means Ways and Means Committee Chairman Clymer presented report recom- Committee mending second and final readings for the following ordinances : (Wiemann Rezone ordinance to be held in Committee one more week. ) Ordinance '3362 An ordinance was read amending Ordinance No. 3320 creating a Cumulative Special Fund to be known as "Cumulative Reserve Fund #3362" for Reserve Fund the purpose of construction, installation and maintenance of Water Retention - a storm sewer line throughout the City. (Amends Cumulative Storm Sewer Reserve Fund #3320 Budgetary Account #115) (First reading on 9/10/79) MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND PERRY, ADOPT ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: 4-AYES : SHINPOCH, PERRY , CLYMER, TRIMM; 2-NO: STREDICKE AND SHANE. MOTION CARRIED. Councilman Stredicke requested his inquiry of Public Works Director be noted for the record: Public Works Director explained the original Cumulative Reserve Fund did restrict funds to use in the same drainage basin, which was Camas Ave. Fund. Gonnason explained similar conditions through- out the City and rather than have a series of specific funds , the one Cumulative Reserve Fund was established which would not confine funds to same drainage basin; but would not entitle area to more funds than they have paid toward the fund. Recess MOVED BY TRIMM, SECOND CLYMER, COUNCIL RECESS. CARRIED. 8:45 p.m. Council reconvened at 8:55 p.m. Roll Call : All present as previously shown. Ordinance #3363 An ordinance ►was read amending the City 's Comprehensive Plan Comprehensive and Maps relating to properties bounded by Taylor Pl . NW, Plan for Taylor Ave. NW, Renton Ave. Extension, S. 84th Ave. and the City West Hill Area Limits , known as the West' Hill area. (First reading 10/1/79) MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND TRIMM, ADOPT AS READ. ROLL CALL: 5-AYES: SHINPOCH, STREDICKE, PERRY, CLYMER, TRIMM; ON -NO: SHANE. MOTION CARRIED. Ordinance #3364 An ordinance was read appropriating $234,750 from unanticipated Appropriation and revenue and transferred to Airport for construction of Quick Transfer ADAP Egress Taxiways on Renton Municipal Airport. Following readings , Airport Project MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND STREDICKE, ADOPT AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. Ordinance #3365 The Ways and Means Committee recommended first reading of an Condominium ordinance extending the moratorium on the conversion of rental Conversion units to condominiums for 30 days ; amends ordinance No. 3326. Moratorium MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND SHANE, SUSPEND RULES AND ADVANCE THE Expires 11/17/79 ORDINANCE TO SECOND AND FINAL READINGS. CARRIED. Following readings , MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND STREDICKE, ADOPT ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: 5-AYES: SHINPOCH. STREDICKE, PERRY , CLYMER, TRIMM; ONE-NO: SHANE. CARRIED. First Reading The Ways and Means Committee recommended first reading of an Condominium ordinance regulating conversion of rental units to condominiums. Conversion Following reading, MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHANE, REFER BACK TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. EN CS z Affidavit of Publication STATE OF WASHINGTON CITY OF RENTON Public Notices COUNTY OF KING ss. WASHINGTON ORDINANCE NO. 3363 SECTION I: The afores- AN ORDINANCE OF tated findings and recitals THE CITY OF RENTON, are hereby found to be true W A S H I N G T O N , and correct in all respects. 11•1"193aE3.9£d• -.:Ai©:b1•I? being first duly sworn on AMENDING THE Cl- SECTION II: The City of TY'S COMPREHEN- Renton's "Comprehensive oath,deposes and says that is the ....,.;.....:. t' t of SIVE PLAN AND MAPS Plan" and maps, data and , • •-1 AND DATA IN CON- reports in conjunction there- THE DAILY RECORD CHRONICLE,a newspaper published six(6)times a JUNCTION THERE- with are hereby modified week.That said newspaper is a legal newspaper and it is now and has been WITH RELATING TO and amended, pursuant to for more than six months prior to the date of publication referred to, CERTAIN PROPER- the public hearings held in printed and published in the English,anguage continually as a newspaper TIES BOUNDED BY connection therewith as published four(4)times a week in Kent,King County,Washington,and it is TAYLOR PLACE N.W., hereinabove specified, now and during all of said time was printed in an office maintained at the TAYLOR AVENUE which amendments and aforesaid place of publication of said newspaper.That the Daily Record N.W., THE RENTON modifications relate to the Chronicle has been approved as a legal newspaper by order of the Superior AVENUE EXTENSION, following described proper- Court of the County in which it is published,to-wit,King County, S. 84TH AVENUE,AND ties, THE RENTON CITY Legal description on file Washington.That the annexed is a LIMITS. in City Clerk's Office ©rdinance ;�336 WHEREAS the Planning and said properties de- Commission of the City of scribed in said Exhibit are .45836 Renton and the City Council hereby designated as"Sing- have heretofore adopted le Family Residence" on and filed a"Comprehensive said"Comprehensive Plan", as it was published in regular issues(and Plan" as evidenced by Re- and any and all other plans not in supplement form of said newspaper) once each issue for a period solution No. 1240,and Ordi- and records pertaining nance No. 2142, and as thereto. same have been implement- SECTION III: The Plan- ed and amended from time ning Director is hereby au- of 1 consecutive issues,commencing on the to time. thorized and directed to WHEREAS since said make the necessary adoption the Planning Com- changes on said City's 12....day of CO tol,er ,19 "i' ,and ending the mission has heretofore duly "Comprehensive Plan" and recommended to the City the maps in conjunction Council, from time to time, therewith to evidence the certain amendments to said aforedescribed amendment. day of ,19 both dates City's "Comprehensive SECTION IV: The City inclusive, and that such newspaper was regularly distributed to its sub- Plan";and Clerk is further authorized scribers during all of said period. That the full amount of the fee WHEREAS the Planning and directed to file this Ordi- Commission has made cer- nance as provided by law, charged for the foregoing publication is the sum of $....: -'.. •which tain findings and recommen- and a complete copy of said has been paid in full at the rate of per folio of one hundred words for the dations to the City Council of document likewise being on first insertion and per folio of one hundred words for each subsequent the City of Renton, and file with the office of the City insertion. WHEREAS the City Clerk of the City of Renton. Council held a public hear- SECTION V: This Ordi- ing on this matter on July 23, nance shall be effective up- 1979,and all parties appear- on its passage,approval and ing in favor of or in opposi- five days after its publica- tion to said amendment to tion. 'l;i re-i i 1/4.;.1:e-Z.' the City's Comprehensive PASSED BY THE CITY Plan having been duly heard COUNCIL this 8th day of day of at such public hearing, and October, 1979. Subscribed and sworn to before me this A. WHEREAS the City Delores A. Mead, Council has duly deter- City Clerk mined, after due considera- APPROVED BY THE 19"`'',)' tion of the testimony and MAYOR this 8th day of ga --' '" evidence before it that it is October, 1979. advisable and appropriate to Barbara Y. Shinpoch, Notary P i in and for the State of Was Vgton, amend and modify the City's Mayor Pro-Tem residing at Kent, Kin County. "Comprehensive Plan" and Approved as to form: such modification being in Lawrence J. Warren, the best interest and for the City Attorney public benefit, NOW Published in the Daily Re- - Passed by the Legislature,1955,known as Senate Bill 281,effective June THEREFORE cord Chronicle October 12, 9th, 1955. THE CITY COUNCIL OF 1979. R5836 THE CITY OF RENTON, —Western Union Telegraph Co. rules for counting words and figures, WASHINGTON, DO OR- adopted by the newspapers of the State. DAIN AS FOLLOWS: V.P.C.Form No.87 Rev.7-79 CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON ORDINANCE NO. 3366 AN ORDINANCE, relating to housing and regulating the conversion of residential rental units to condominiums or coop- eratives; providing protections for tenants and purchasers in converted buildings; adopting measures to mitigate the adverse effects of conversion displacement; and providing penalties for violations. WHEREAS, the vacancy rate for rental units in the City is between one and two percent and has been steadily declining and projections indicate no increase in the rental vacancy rate in the foreseeable future; and WHEREAS, an increasing percentage of residential rental units are being converted into condominiums and this conversion process is reducing the number of rental units in the city thereby worsening an already critical rental housing shortage; and WHEREAS, tenants displaced by condominium conversions, frequently on short notice, and sometimes immediately after commencement of the tenancy, have been unable to find comparable housing and are increasingly unable to find any decent, safe, and sanitary rental housing; and WHEREAS, conversions are imposing severe hardships upon all displaced tenants; and WHEREAS, prospective purchasers of condominiums are often without knowledge of the unique concepts of ownership involved or of the obligations they incur in purchasing a condominium; and WHEREAS, in view of the increased danger of loss to the homeowner due to fire as the result of the occupancy of the building by other owners; and WHEREAS, condominium sellers frequently do not provide prospective purchasers sufficient information about the nature of condominium ownership generally, or about specific building conditions and operation costs to enable purchasers to make informed decisions; Now, Therefor, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Title: This ordinance may be cited as the "Condominium Conversion Ordinance". Section 2. Definitions: The following words and phrases used in this Ordinance shall have the meanings set forth below: (1) Acceptance of Offer of Sale: A written commitment for the purchase of a condominium unit or interest in a cooperative at a specific price and on specific terms. (2) Agent: Any person, firm, partnership, association, joint venture, corpora- tion or any other entity or combination of entities who represents or acts for or on behalf of a developer in selling or offering to sell any condominium or cooperative unit or interest in a cooperative. -1- a (3) Building: Any existing structure containing one or more dwelling units and any grouping of such structures which were operated as rental units as converted buildings are the subject of a single declaration or simultaneous declarations filed pursuant to the Horizontal Property Regimes Act (RCW Chapter 64.32). (4) Condominium: Any existing structure containing three or more dwelling units as defined in the Housing Code: a) which is the subject of a declaration filed pursuant to the Horizontal Property Regimes Act (RCW Chapter 64.32); or h) in which there is private ownership of individual units and common ownership of common areas. (5) Condominium Unit: Any dwelling unit in a condominium. (6) Cooperative: Any existing structure, including surrounding land and improvements, which contains one or more dwelling units and which: a) is owned by an association organized pursuant to the Cooperative Association Act (RCW Chapter 23.86); or h) is owned by an association with resident shareholder who are granted renewable leasehold interests in housing units in the building. (7) Cooperative Unit: Any dwelling unit in a cooperative. (8) Conversion of Condominiums: The filing of a declaration pursuant to the Horizontal Property Regimes Act or the sale by a developer of condominium units that were previously rental units. (9) Conversion of Cooperatives: The execution of a lease agreement by a member of a cooperative association. (10) Converted Building: Any condominium or cooperative which formerly contained rental dwelling units. (11) Developer: Any person, firm, partnership association, joint venture or corporation or any other entity or combination of entities or successors thereto who, a) undertakes to convert, sell, or offer for sale condominium units; or b) undertakes to convert rental units to cooperative units or sell cooperative shares in an existing building which contains housing units or lease units, to a cooperative association's shareholders. The term developer shall include the developer's agent and any other person acting on behalf of the developer. (12) Eviction: Any effort by a developer to remove a tenant from the premises or term nate a tenancy by lawful or unlawful means. (13) Housing Code: The Renton Housing Code as codified in Title 4, Chapter 9, Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton, as amended. (14) Offer of Sale to Tenant: A written offer to sell a condominium or cooprative unit to the tenant in possession of that unit at a specific price and on specific terms. (15) Offer for Sale to Public: Any advertisement, inducement, solicitation, or attempt by a developer to encourage any person other than a tenant to purchase a condominium or cooperative unit. (16) Owner's Association: The association formed by owners of units in a condominium or cooperative for the purpose of managing the condominium or coop- erative. (17) Person: Any individual, corporation, partnership, association, trustee or other legal entity. -2- (18) Rental Unit: Any dwelling unit, other than a detached single family residential dwelling, which is occupied pursuant to a lawful rental agreement, oral or written, express or implied, which was not owned as a condominium unit or cooperative unit on the effective date of this Ordinance. A dwelling unit in a converted building for which there has been no acceptance of an offer of sale on the effective date of this Ordinance shall be considered a rental unit. (19) Subtenant: A person in possession of a rental unit through the tenant • with the knowledge and consent, express or implied, of the owner. (20) Tenant: Any person who occupies or has a leasehold interest in a rental • unit under a la la—wirtil rental agreement whether oral or written, express or implied. Section 3. Application of Ordinance: (1) Application to Conversion of Condominiums and Cooperatives: This Ordinance shall apply only to the conversion and sale of rental units that have not yet been converted to condominium or cooperative units, and to those units in converted buildings that are not subject to a binding purchase commitment or have not been sold on the effective date of this Ordinance. This Ordinance shall not apply to condominium or cooperative units that are vacant on October 24 , 1979 and which have been offered for sale prior to that date; Provide at any tenant who takes possession of the unit after October 24 , 1979 shall be provided the disclosures required by Section 4 of this Ordinance and shall be entitled to the benefits of that section if the required disclosures are not given. (2) Application to Tenants: This Ordinance shall apply only to those tenants and subtenants who occupy rental units in converted buildings at the time the notices, offers, and disclosures provided by this Ordinance are required to be delivered. This ordinance shall not apply to tenants who take possession of a unit vacated by a tenant who has received the notices and other benefits provided by this Ordinance; Provided, that developers shall disclose in writing to all tenants who take possession after service of the notice required by Section 4 of this Ordinance, that the unit has been sold or will be offered for sale as a condominium or cooperative. This disclosure shall be made prior to the execution of any written rental agreement or prior to the tenant's taking possession, whichever occurs earlier. A developer's failure to disclose, within the time specified above, that the unit has been sold or offered for sale shall entitle the tenant to all the protections and benefits of this Ordinance. Section 4. Tenant Protections: (1) Notice to Tenants of Filing of Conversion Declaration: Within seven (7) days of the filing of a condominium conversion declaration as provided by the Horizontal Property Regimes Act (RCW Chapter 64.32) the developer shall: (a) Send to each tenant in the converted building, by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, written notice of the filing. A tenant's refusal to accept delivery shall be deemed adequate service. (b) File notice of the filing of such declaration with the City Clerk, giving the date of filing, file or recording number, office where filed, location and address of the structure and number of dwelling units contained within the structure, and the name, address and phone numbers of the owner(s), managers and persons responsible for the management of the structure. (2) Notice to all Tenants Prior to Offering any Unit for Sale to the Public as a Condominium or Cooperative Unit: At least 120 days prior to offering any rental unit or units for sale to the public as a condominium unit or cooperative unit, the -3- developer shall deliver to each tenant in the building written notice of his intention to sell the unit or units. The notice shall specify the individual units to be sold and the sole price of each unit. This notice shall be in addition to and not in lieu of the notices required for eviction by RCW 59.12 and 59.18, and shall be delivered as provided in Section 4(1)(n) of this Ordinance. With the notice the developer shall also deliver to the tenant a statement, in a format to be provided by the Building Department, of the tenant's rights tinder this ordinance. (3) Purchase Rights of Tenant in Possession: With the notice provided in Section 4 above, the developer shall deliver to each tenant whose unit is to be offered for sale, a firm offer of sale of the unit that the tenant occupies. In the event thnt more than one tenant occupies a single unit, the developer shall deliver the offer to all tenants jointly or separately. For 120 days from the date of delivery of the offer the tenant shall have the exclusive right to purchase his or her unit on the terms offered. (4) Purchase Rights of Tenants Whose Units are Offered for Sale Prior to Effective Dote of Ordinance: Tenants of rental units which were offered for sale as condominium or cooperative units prior to the effective date of this Ordinance but for which offers there have been no acceptances, shall be entitled to the rights and benefits of this Ordinance except that those rights provided by Section 4(6) of this Ordinance shall terminate 60 days from the offer of sale of the unit to the tenant. (5) Subtenant's Purchase Rights: Should a tenant reject an offer of sale, the subtenant in possession at the time the notice provided in Section 4 is delivered, shall he offered the unit on the same terms as those offered the tenant. For 30 days following that offer or until the expiration of the tenants' 120 day option period as provided in Section 4, whichever occurs later, the subtenant shall have the exclusive right to purchase the unit on the terms offered to the tenant. (6) Rights of Tenants in Converted Buildings to Purchase Other Units in the Buildings: Should both the tenant and subtenant reject the offer or sale or fail to notify of acceptance of the offer within the time periods set forth in Sections 4(3) and 4(5) or vacate, the unit shall be made available for purchase to other tenants and subtenants in the building. The right to purchase another unit in the building by tenants and subtenants shall extend to the end of the 120 day notice period provided the tenant in possession of that unit under Section 4(3). Whenever all tenants and subtenants in a building have indicated in writing their intention not to purchase a unit or the 120 day notice period has expired and that unit is or becomes vacant then the developer may offer for sale and sell the unit to the public. (7) No Subsequent Sale on Better Terms: For a period of one year following the date of the offers provided in Sections 4(3), 4(5) and 4(6), no offer shall be extended by the developer on terms more favorable in any respect than the offer previously extended to the tenant and/or subtenant unless the more favorable offer is first extended to the tenant and/or subtenant as required by Sections 4(3), 4(5) and 4(6) for a period of not less than 30 days. (8) Evictions Only for Good Cause During Notice Period: No condominium or cooperative unit shall he sold or offered for public sale if, in the 120 day period immediately preceding the sale or offer for public sale, any tenant has been evicted without good cause. For the purposes of this Ordinance good cause shall mean: 1) failure to pay rent after service of a three day notice to pay rent or vacate as provided in RCW 59.12.030(3); 2) failure to comply with a term or terms of the tenancy after service of a ten day notice to comply or vacate as provided in RCW 59.12.030(4); and 3) the commission or permission of a waste or the maintenance of a nuisance on the premises and failure to vacate after service of a three day notice as provided in RCW 59.12.030(5). (9) Tenant's Right to Vacate: Tenants who receive 120 day notices of sale may terminate their tenancies at any time during such period in the manner provided by RCW 59.18.200 and RCW 59.18.220, but will forfeit all rights to purchase a unit. -4- • Section 5. Consumer Protections: (1) Mandatory Housing Code Inspection and Repair; Notice to Buyers and Tenants: Prior to delivery of the 120 day notice described in paragraph 4(2) above, developers shall, at their expense, request an inspection of the entire building by the Building Department for compliance with the Housing and Fire Code. The inspection shall be completed within 45 days of a developer's request unless the developer fails to provide or refuses access to Building and/or Fire Department personnal. The— developer shall be required to install an approved fire alarm and smoke detector system in accordance with Title 7, and Title 4, Chapter 32, of the Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton. The installation of the fire alarm system and all violations of the Housing Code revealed by the inspection must be completed and corrected at least 7 days prior to the closing of the sale of the first unit or by the compliance date on the inspection report, whichever is sooner. A follow-up inspection for compliance shall be completed within 7 days of a developer's request. A copy of the building inspection report and certification of repairs shall be provided by the developer to each prospective purchaser at least 3 days before the signing of any earnest money agreement or other binding purchase commitment. Copies of the inspection report shall be delivered to tenants in the converted building by the developer with the notice of sale as provided in Section 4(2). An inspection fee of $100.00 for the first unit and $15.00 per unit thereafter shall he paid by the developer whenever an inspection is requested as required herein. (2) Certification of Repairs: For the protection of the general public, the Building Department shall inspect the repairs of defective conditions identified in the inspection report and certify that the violations have been corrected. The certification shall state that only those defects discovered by the Housing Code inspection and listed on the inspection report have been corrected and that the certification does not guarantee that all Housing Code violations have been corrected. Prior to the acceptance of any offer, the developer shall deliver a copy of the certificate to the purchaser. No developer, however, shall use the Building Officials certification in any advertising for the purpose of inducing a person to purchase a condominium or cooperative unit. (3) Disclosure Requirements: In addition to the disclosures required by previous sections of this Ordinance, the developer shall make available at a place on the premises convenient to the tenants during normal working hours the following information to prospective purchasers at least 3 days before any purchase commitment is signed, or, in the case of existing tenants, with the 120 day notice provided in paragraph 4(2) above: 1) copies of all documents filed with any governmental agency pursuant to the Horizontal Property Regimes Act(Chapter 64.32 RCW); 2) an itemization of the specific repairs and improvements made to the entire building during the six months immediately preceeding the offer for sale; 3) an itemization of the repairs and improvements to be completed before close of sale; 4) a statement of the services and expenses which are being paid for by the developer hut which will in the future be terminated, or transferred to the purchaser, or transferred to the owners' association; 5) an accurate estimate of the useful life of the building's major components and mechanical systems (foundation, exterior walls, exterior wall coverings other than paint or similar protective coating, exterior stairs, floors and floor supports, carpeting in common areas, roof cover, chimneys, plumbing system, heating system, water heating appliances, mechanical ventilation system, and elevator equipment) and an estimate of the cost of repairing any component whose useful life will terminate in less than five years from the date of this disclosure. For each system and component whose expected life cannot be accurately estimated, the developer shall provide a detailed description of its present condition and an explanation of why no estimate is possible. In addition, the developer shall provide an itemized statement in budget form of the monthly costs of owning the unit that the purchaser intends to buy. The itemization shall include but shall not be limited to: a) payments on purchase loan; b) taxes; c) insurance; d) utilities(which shall be listed individually); e) homeowner's assessments; f) the projected monthly assessment needed for replacing building components and systems whose life expectancy is less than five years; and g) a statement of the budget assumptions concerning occupancy and inflation factors. -5- e (4) Warranty of Repairs;_Set Aside for Repairs: Each developer shall warrant for one year rom the date of completion all improvements and repairs disclosed pursuant to Section 5(3) of this Ordinance. (5) Unlawful Representations: It shall be unlawful for any developer, agent, or person to make or cause to be made in any disclosure or other document required by this Ordinance, any statement or representation that is knowingly false or misleading. It shall also be unlawful for any developer, agent, or other person to make, or cause to he made, to any prospective purchaser, including a tenant, any oral representation which differs from the statements made in the disclosures and other documents required to be provided tenants and purchasers by this Ordinance. (6) Purchaser's Right to Rescind: Any purchaser who does not receive the notices, disclosures, and documents required by this Ordinance may, at any time prior to closing of the sale, rescind, in writing, any binding purchase agreement without any liability on the purchaser's part and the purchaser shall thereupon be entitled to the return of any deposits made on account of the agreement. (7) Delivery of Notice and Other Documents: Unless otherwise provided, all notices, contracts, disclosures, documents and other writings required by this Ordinance shall be delivered by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested. The refusal of registered or certified mail by the addressee shall be considered adequate delivery. All documents shall be delivered to tenants at the address specified on the lease or rental agreement between the tenant and the developer or landlord. If there is no written lease or rental agreement then documents shall be delivered to the tenants' address at the converted building or the last known address of the tenant, if other than the address at the converted building. In any sublet unit all documents shall be delivered to the tenant at his current address, if known, and to the subtenant in possession. If the tenant's current address is unknown, then two copies of all documents shall be delivered to the subtenant, one addressed to the tenant and the other addressed to the subtenant. Delivery of the 120 day notice of intention to sell required by Section 4(2) of the Ordinance, the developer's offer to sell, and all disclosure documents shall be delivered to the tenants in a converted building at a meeting between the developer and the tenants. The meeting shall be arranged by the developer at a time and place convenient to the tenants. At the meeting the developer shall discuss with the tenants the effect that the conversion will have upon the tenants. Should any tenant refuse to acknowledge acceptance of the notice, offer and disclosures the developer shall deliver the documents in the manner prescribed in this paragraph. (8) Acceptance of Offers: Acceptance by tenants or other beneficiaries of offers provided pursuant to this Ordinance, shall be in writing and delivered to the developer by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, postmarked on or before the expiration date of the offer. Section 6. Administration - Penalties - Severability: (1) Administration: The Building Department is charged with the admin- istration and enforcement of this Ordinance and is authorized and directed to adopt, promulgate, amend and rescind administrative rules consistent with the provisions of this Ordinance and necessary to carry out the duties of the Building Official hereunder. (2) Complaints: Any person subjected to any unlawful practice as set forth in this Ordinance may file a complaint in writing with the Building Department. The Building Department is hereby authorized and directed to receive complaints and conduct such investigations as are deemed necessary. Whenever it is determined that there has been a violation of this Ordinance the Building Department is authorized, at its discretion, to follow one or more of the following procedures: (a) Attempt to conciliate the matter by conference or otherwise and secure a written conciliation agreement. -6- (b) Refer the matter to the City Attorney for appropriate civil remedies or criminal prosecution. (3) Hardship Relief - Waiver: The City Council is authorized to waive strict compliance with this Ordinance in specific individual instances where the developer can show with clear, cogent and convincing evidence that: 1) the financial burden required to comply would greatly outweigh the benefits and would create an unreasonable hardship upon the developer; or 2) the units have been offered for sale as condominium units prior to the effective date of this Ordinance and the developer has incurred significant financial obligations with the intention of meeting such obligations with the proceeds of the sale of such units, and the provisions of this Ordinance will prevent meeting such obligation. (4) Penalties: Any person who violates any provision of this Ordinance, fails to comply with the provisions of this Ordinance or who deliberately attempts to avoid the application of this Ordinance may, upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine not exceeding S500. Each day's violation shall constitute a separate offense. (5) Severability: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and an independent provision and such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof. (6) Effective Date: This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force five (5) days after the date of its publication in the manner provided by law. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 15th day of October , 1979 elores A. Mead, Cit Jerk APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 15th day of October , 1979 • Marko . uren I, ayor. Approved as to form: J p Lawrence J. Warr , City Attorney Date of Publication: October 19, 1979 —7- ‘*. , . . • 1 I I #,11 ' I I l I I+I I.`11 i l;c . :.00� , :�,. I jlll. 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COMMERCIAL 000 0°000000°• 0000000000000 - -- ----... .°°°°oo�ooe�°o fr CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON ORDINANCE NO. 3363 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND MAPS AND DATA IN CONJUNCTION THEREWITH RELATING TO CERTAIN PROPERTIES BOUNDED BY TAYLOR PLACE N.4:. , TAYLOR AVENUE N.W. , THE RENTON AVENUE EXTENSION, S. 84TH AVENUE, AND THE RENTON CITY LIMITS WHEREAS the Planning Commission of the City of Renton and • the City Council have heretofore adopted and filed a "Comprehensive Plan" as evidenced by Resolution No. 1240, and Ordinance No. 2142, and as same have been implemented and amended from time to time, together with the adoption of various codes, reports and records, and WHEREAS since said adoption the Planning Commission has heretofore duly recommended to the City Council, from time to time, certain amendments to said City's "Comprehensive Plan"; and WHEREAS the Planning Commission held a public hearing on or about May 23, 1979; and WHEREAS the Planning Commission has made certain findings and recce mndations c:o the City Council of the City of Renton, and WHEREAS the City Council held a public hearing on this matter on July 23, 1979, and all parties appearing in favor of or in opposition to said amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan having been duly • heard at such public hearing, and WHEREAS the City Council has duly determined, after due consideration of the testimony and evidence before it that it is advisable and appropriate to amend and modify the City's "Comprehensive Plan" and such modification being in the best interest and for the public benefit, NOW THEREFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I: The aforestated findings and recitals are hereby found to be true and correct in all respects. SECTION If : The City of Renton's "Comprehensive Plan" and maps, data and reports in conjunction therewith are hereby modified and amended, pursuant to the public hearings held in connection therewith as hereinabove specified, which amendments and modifications relate to the following described properties, to-wit.: See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein 1 and said properties described in said Exhibit are hereby designated as"Single Family Residence" on said "Comprehensive Plan", and any and all other plans and records pertaining thereto. SECTION III: The Planning Director is hereby authorized and directed to make the necessary changes on said City's "Comprehensive Plan" and the maps in conjunction therewith to evidence the afore- described amendment. SECTION IV: The City Clerk is further authorized and directed to file this Ordinance as provided by law, and a complete copy of said document likewise being on file with the office of the City Clerk of the City of Renton. SECTION V: This Ordinance shall be effective upon its passage, approval and five days after its publication. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 8th day of October, 1979. ee o MeadliilKerk APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 8th day of October, 1979. Rkkb4XCall o LS% Barbara Y. hinpoch, Mayor PFo-fiem Approved as to form: Lawrence J. Wa en, City.Attorney Date of Publication: October 12, 1979 411, 'tlar �� III a� Ilj 4 ' ,..t LI. t :4,i4 •�,• li Ewa °° 1 l 4 : 1,a,111I�r � • 1, f Tri,lIl If I 3 ' ' fr' • / ii . Ll,I ,i.G l' }I i;gal t. 1 , i. I , , i ,.i1 lr' I 'r°;(r / Yr I r!n`l �r -- tt t'I \ ll! 'LIi ' 'r ' 'IIJil1Itll � .,.11111�1 n1 { J� �� 3J °=' / J 4:41;c, " 1 ' J ,� I,r11I�,p,J ,111 f Yy,.: r II:Iii;;�„fi, , Ll.�lli?oihi iti t„ i.l,- , i,, .I t • :.,o 1 I.tN4 • �,'r .• (4) I J .,), ,. In 1 ny e1 it M� 1 ' : �T NI•i i 1 1,:t;n. .trity,lki. • ' *n>:)._.- ..f t 11:I ' lif: ti3.*. :49 Ci‘% , 11. sou f - ; ; t.. °a' r, ` ,•f '' • : yap I•• I Al ;11:'` I,,d.` 1 111P 4 i i I.`; T• ! •J , ii� N 4 . of 16 '!rO , ,, j' •n'::.11 2 i t ,�qtL't✓,.1 �.pw i��iai' foo r I ',.,I t i. ' . .If, lti 1':igi,:i r 1 si _e 5t.. IIN !oo°o°o°° ._. ... .. .. •'. mg um dm saw -.\ ,,LLa t' •t"' I I : 11' ''ice COMPREHENSIVE PLAN — WEST HILL AREA DESCRIPTION: BOUNDED BY TAYLOR PL. N.W. , TAYLOR AVE. N.W. , THE RENTON AVE. EXTENSION, S. 84TH AVE. , AND THE RENTON CITY LIMITS SINGLE FAMILY PUASI-/ (QUASI—PUBLIC °°°°°°° MEDIUM DENSITY MULTIPLE FAMILY °°o0 00000a000 'p°°o°o o°0000 0 1 COMMERCIAL °°°°oo�oo ooaa i .00000000000 GHEENI3EI I' :00000 0000o LIGHT :o°g0oo0$$0000000°Oo INDUSTRY o 00 •oo••o EXHIBIT "A" tu, : 14)1447 - Renton City Council , 8/6/79 Page 4 Correspondence and Current Business - Continued Cabaret Ordinance that monthly inspection not necessary. MOVED BY STREDICKE, Continued SECOND SHINPOCH, CONCUR IN REQUEST AND REFER TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. —, City Shops Letter from Public Works Director Gonnason explained negotiations Negotiations with King County for lease or purchase of properties easterly of the new King County Shop facility in the Renton Highlands (area adjacent to transfer station) . Letter from King County Real Property Division included with appraisal in amount of $435,600. Gonnason explained the site was recommended by the City'Council for the new shops and authority was granted by the Council for preliminary acquisition procedure. The letter recommended that (1 ) Administration be authorized to proceed with long term lease of 40 yrs; (2) Council grant authority to proceed with selection of architect for preliminary design and estimates of construction for consolidated shop facility, which would include Utilities Shop as programmed in the Water and Sewer Bond Issue of 1975, along with Street Dept. Maintenance Shops and Equipment Rental Maintenance Shops. The letter suggested bond issue for financing be considered; continue efforts for purchase of site; Water Shop lease expires 6/30/80 and rent increase anticipated. MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND CLYMER, REFER SUBJECT TO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE FOR SEPTEMBER 13, 1979 MEETING. CARRIED. Added Agenda Letter from Marion Mayer, 11840 SE 192nd, thanked the Renton Item Parks Department on behalf of the retarded for the very fine Parks Department programs and fine treatment by Staff. The letter explained Commended how her son Michael looks forward to each event. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND CLYMER, REFER LETTER TO THE PARK BOARD AND PARK DIRECTOR. CARRIED. NEW BUSINESS Mayor Delaurenti announced an international group of engineers Federal Hwy Com. would be visiting the City's Traffic Engineering Department Sponsored August 13, at 2:00 p.m. to view computer traffic system. The group is known as the Organization for economic Cooperation and Development and.was likened by Mayor Delaurenti to NATO, he to be Italian interpreter. West Hill ' for clarification Councilman Stredicke restated motion of 7/23/79 Comprehensive Plan rejecting that part of the Planning Commission recommendation and Zoning designating multiple family area on West Hill of Renton so that (See Page 1 7/23/9 West Hill would show single family and green belt on the Compre- Council Minutes) . hensive Plan; to eliminate any multiple use on the Comprehensive Plan for West Hill . Councilman Stredicke then called attention to motion (7/23/79 Page 2, Paragraph 3) referring the matter of zoning on West Hill to the Planning Department, likening Council action to previous action taken for Renton Hill . Stredicke requested Mayor Delaurenti to direct the Administration to start preparing material for an actual rezone request to be considered ' by the Hearing Examiner to consider rezone of areas that would be in conflict with the new Comprehensive Plan. Councilman Shane asked for further clarification and City Attorney Warren confirmed West Hill action was indeed like Renton Hill action, first the Comprehensive Plan changed, then individual parcels considered for rezone - zoning stays the same unless changed by Council follow- ing public hearing and recommendation by the Hearing Examiner; he also noted down zone requirements more stringent than up zoning, must show change in circumstances. Award for Park Councilman Stredicke requested Administration to review the award received by Wilsey and Ham and The Boeing Company for Linear Park, asking the City give recognition to encourage business and industry. AUDIENCE COMMENT Sandy Webb, 264 Chelan Ave. , urged the City to enforce the Sign Code concerning political signs. Alice Morgan, 13612 SE 128th, called attention to dirty city end asked for Clean Up Week as done previously with City truck removing debris. Mayor Delaurenti noted expense of removal and explained the new policy to allow some burning by permit. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHINPOCH, MEETING ADJOURN. CARRIED. 10:05 p.m. /7 / , ,' f :r .q ..( Affidavit of Publication STATE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF KING ss. Teresa..Anderson being first duly sworn on oath,deposes and says that she..is the Chief. Clerk of THE RENTON RECORD-CHRONICLE, a newspaper published four(4) times a week.That said newspaper is a legal newspaper and it is now and has been for more than six months prior to the date of publication referred to, printed and published in the English language continually as a news- paper published four(4)times a week in Kent,King County,Washington, and it is now and during all of said time was printed in an office maintained at the aforesaid place of publication of said newspaper. That the Renton Record-Chronicle has been approved as a legal newspaper by order of the Superior Court of the County in which it is published,to-wit,King County, Washington.That the annexed is a Public Hearing. NOTICE RENTON CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING ON JULY 23, 1979 AT 8:00 P.M. as it was published in regular issues(and RENTON MUNICIPAL not in supplement form of said newspaper) once each issue for a period BUILDING COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 MILL AVENUE SOUTH For the purpose of consid- of 1 consecutive issues,commencing on the ering PLANNING COMMIS- SION RECOMMENDATION OF COMPREHENSIVE .29 day of June ,1979 ,and ending the I PLAN AND ZONING. GENERAL LOCATION OF SUBJECT PROPERTY: WEST HILL AREA, GEN day of ,19 ,both dates ERALLY BOUNDED BY inclusive, and that such newspaper was regularly distributed to its sub- RENTON AVENUE 84TH scribers during all of said period. That the full amount of the fee AVENUE SOUTH, N.W. 5TH PLACE,STEVENS AV- charged for the foregoing publication is the sum of a.6 9Z, which ENUE N.W. AND TAYLOR has been paid in full at the rate of per folio of one hundred words for the PLACE AND AVENUE N.W. (Complete Legal Descrip- first insertion and per folio of one hundred words for each subsequent tion & Further information insertion. availableOcAzaigc_. in the 00y Clerk's Office— I 250 RE). NTON OF RENTON Maxine E. Motor Deputy City Clerk Chief Clerk Published in the Daily Re- cord Chronicle June 29, 1979. R5627. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 29 day of June , 19..79. Notary Pu li in and for the ate of Washingto residing at Kent, King Cou y. —Passed by the Legislature,1955,known as Senate Bill 281,effective June 9th, 1955. —Western Union Telegraph Co. rules for counting words and figures, adopted by the newspapers of the State. V.P.C.Form No.87 RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting July 23, 1979 Municipal Building Monday, 8: 00 P . M. Council Chambers MINUTES CALL TO ORDER Mayor Charles Delaurenti led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the Renton City Council meeting to order. ROLL CALL OF BARBARA Y. SHINPOCH, Council President; CHARLES F. SHANE, THOMAS COUNCIL W. TRIMM, GEORGE J. PERRY, MARGARET L. PROCTOR AND RICHARD M. STREDICKE. MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND SHANE, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMAN EARL CLYMER. CARRIED. MINUTE APPROVAL MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND SHANE, APPROVE COUNCIL MINUTES OF JULY 16, 1979 AS PREPARED. CARRIED. PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted, Final Assessment published and mailed according to law, Mayor Delaurenti opened L. I .D. #309 the public hearing to consider the final assessment roll of LID Undergrounding No. 309 for construction and installation of underground power Monterey Terrace and utility lines in the vicinity of Monterey Terrace (east of FAI 405 and north of Maple Valley Hwy) ; final roll in amount of $61 ,279.60. Letter from A.A. Pantier, 176 Monterey P1 . NE, objected to the assessment until 6 ft. wire sticking out of the ground is removed and complained of four dead junipers resulting from trenching. Public Works Director Gonnason explained the project with individual assessment of $914.62 each property owner; also that Pantier complaint not previously known. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND STREDICKE, ADMINISTRATION REVIEW, CORRECT AND REPORT BACK ON COMPLAINT FILED BY A.A. PANTIER. CARRIED. Jay Holmes, 150 Capri NE, reported he has been project coordinator and would handle complaint from Mr. Pantier. Mr. Holmes thanked Mayor and Council for cooperation on this L. I .D. , noting costs have been greatly reduced and homeowners grateful . MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND TRIMM, CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND PERRY, COUNCIL APPROVE THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AND REFER TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and Comprehensive Plan published, Mayor Delaurenti opened the public hearing to consider and Zoning for the Planning Commission recommendation regarding Council referral West Hill Area of Comprehensive Plan and Zoning for the West Hill area located north of Renton Ave. and west of Taylor Ave. NW. Letter from l' Planning Director Ericksen explained the Planning Commission recommendation from hearing 5/23 and meetings 5/31 and 6/4. Letters read from Wayne T. Carter, 463 Lind Ave. NW, and The West Hill Community Association, Linnea D. Johnson, Secretary, 503 Seneca Ave. NW, all favoring single family designation for area and oppos- ing any further multiple zoning or developments. Mr. Ernie Arnone, 207 Taylor Ave. NW. favored multi-family zoning. Harry Lona, 220 Seneca NW, expected multi-zoning on property behind R-4. Persons present speaking in favor of single family designations : Dick Neglay, 656 Lind NW; Robin Little, 264 Maple Ave. NW; Carolyn Fenner, 402 Seneca Ct. NW; Chester Douglas, 515 Lind NW; George Flynn, 462 Lind NW; Patty Raphael , 408 Seneca NW; LeRoy Johnson, 503 Seneca NW; Nancy Malcom, 304 NW Second; Peggy DuBois, 2907 Mountain View N. ; Renee Johnson, 503 Seneca NW. Continued Councilwoman Shinpoch explained she had taken no part in any discussion re Lakeview Tower matter; however, has been advised by the City Attorney of her right to participate in area wide hearing. Upon inquiries , City Attorney Warren explained Council 's right to change zoning classification including requirements for down zoning. Upon inquiry, Planning Director Ericksen explained the Planning Department recommendation for single family designation for area except R-3 on Taylor for 150 ft. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND PERRY, CLOSE HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHINPOCH COUNCIL REJECT THAT PART OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOM- MENDATION DESIGNATING MULTIPLE FAMILY AREA ON WEST HILL OF RENTON SO THAT WEST HILL WOULD SHOW SINGLE FAMILY AND GREEN BELT. Renton City Council 7/23/79 Page 2 PUBLIC HEARING - Continued Comprehensive Plan MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY STREDICKE SECOND SHINPOCH, MATTER OF and Zoning for COMPREHENSIVE DESIGNATIONS BE REFERRED TO THE WAYS AND MEANS West Hill Area COMMITTEE FOR ORDINANCE. CARRIED. (Time 9:25 p.m. ) Recess MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND SHANE, THE COUNCIL RECESS. CARRIED. 9:27 p.m. Council reconvened at 9:37 p.m. Roll Call : All present as previously shown except Councilman Shane who returned at 9:50 pm. West Hill Zoning MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHINPOCH, SUBJECT MATTER OF ZONING IN THE WEST HILL AREA BE REFERRED TO THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT. CARRIED. AUDIENCE COMMENT Versie Vaupel 221 Wells Ave. N. , recalled North Renton residents North Renton request of the Planning Commission for restudy of Comprehensive Building Plan concerning high density for the North Renton area north of Moratorium Cedar River and west of Park Ave. N. Mrs. Vaupel requested an Requested immediate building moratorium, having talked to Commission Chairman Mike Hanis. MOVED SHINPOCH, SECOND TRIMM, SUBJECT OF MORATORIUM BE REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Mrs. Vaupel noted low water pressure in the North Renton area and inquired of zoning allowing duplex to be built. Mayor Delaurenti noted he would obtain zoning information as requested. Councilman Stredicke noted the zoning for area was accomplished in 1967. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND PROCTOR, SUSPEND THE RULES AND READ CORRESPONDENCE AGENDA ITEMS 9.a. AND 9.c. MOTION CARRIED. Lake View Towers Letter from L. J. Dixon, Project Manager of the Lake View Water Line Towers Association requested a developers agreement for future L.C.A.G. reimbursement of installation costs on the 8 inch water mains installed along NW 2nd P1 . and Hardy Ave. SW - 10 year time period requested from date water lines placed into service. Area resident, R. Little, 264 Maple NW, requested residents not pay for water line needed by developer. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND TRIMM, CONCUR IN RECOMMENDATION AND AWARD TEN YEAR LATE COMER'S AGREEMENT AND REFER TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE, THAT THERE BE NO COST TO PEOPLE THAT DON'T NEED SERVICE. SUBSTITUTE MOTION BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHANE, REFER REQUEST TO THE UTILITY COMMITTEE FOR REVIEW AND REPORT BACK. SUBSTITUTE MOTION CARRIED. Gene Coulon Letter from Park Director Webley and Park Board Chairwoman Joan Memorial Beach Moffatt submitted a proposal for the development of Gene Coulon Park Bond Issue Memorial Beach Park Addition which would include major improve- ments to expand boat launch, day moorage, increase parking, rest- rooms, trails, waterfowl habitat, multi-purpose center, fishing piers, maintenance facilities, improved access, landscaping, irrigation and shoreline stabilization and improvement, etc. The development covers 31 acres in the project with 1 .05 miles of shoreline and reported total cost of project $7,825,000 which includes $3,581 ,391 marine work; $2,678,550 site development; $1 ,565,059 design fees, tax, contingency. The letter noted three years planning includes community input through surveys and public meetings; the firm of Jones and Jones, Seattle, having served as consultant on the project. The letter recommended funds be raised through a bond issue submitted at the 1979 Primary Election which would require adoption of authorizing ordinance at the 7/23 meeting. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND PROCTOR, CONCUR IN THE RECOMMENDA- TION OF THE PARK BOARD AND PLACE BOND ISSUE ON THE SEPTEMBER PRIMARY BALLOT IN AMOUNT OF $7,825,000 AND REFER TO WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. Following discussion, MOTION CARRIED. Ordinance #3330 Councilman Perry submitted ordinance for reading which provided for Authorizing the extension of Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park and construction Issuance and of recreational facilities at estimated cost of $7,825,000 and Sale of Park issuance and sale of negotiable general obligation bonds to pay Development Bonds the cost, and providing for submission of the proposition at a Special Election to be held in conjunction with State Primary Election 9/18/79. Following reading, it was MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND PROCTOR, SUSPEND RULES AND ADVANCE ORDINANCE TO SECOND AND FINAL READINGS. CARRIED. City Clerk Mead read ordinance. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHANE, ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. Renton City Council 7723/79 Page 2 PUBLIC HEARING - Continued Comprehensive Plan MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY STREDICKE SECOND SHINPOCH, MATTER OF and Zoning for COMPREHENSIVE DESIGNATIONS BE REFERRED TO THE WAYS AND MEANS West Hill Area COMMITTEE FOR ORDINANCE. CARRIED. (Time 9:25 p.m. ) Recess MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND SHANE, THE COUNCIL RECESS. CARRIED. 9:27 p.m. Council reconvened at 9:37 p.m. Roll Call : All present as previously shown except Councilman Shane who returned at 9:50 pm. West Hill Zoning MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHINPOCH, SUBJECT MATTER OF ZONING IN THE WEST HILL AREA BE REFERRED TO THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT. CARRIED. AUDIENCE COMMENT Versie Vaupel 221 Wells Ave. N. , recalled North Renton residents North Renton request of the Planning Commission for restudy of Comprehensive Building Plan concerning high density for the North Renton area north of Moratorium Cedar River and west of Park Ave. N. Mrs. Vaupel requested an Requested immediate building moratorium, having talked to Commission Chairman Mike Hanis. MOVED SHINPOCH, SECOND TRIMM, SUBJECT OF MORATORIUM BE REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEL. CARRIED. Mrs. Vaupel noted low water pressure in the North Renton area and inquired of zoning allowing duplex to be built. Mayor Delaurenti noted he would obtain zoning information as requested. Councilman Stredicke noted the zoning for area was accomplished in 1967. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND PROCTOR, SUSPEND THE RULES AND READ CORRESPONDENCE AGENDA ITEMS 9.a. AND 9.c. MOTION CARRIED. Lake View Towers Letter from L. J. Dixon, Project Manager of the Lake View Water Line Towers Association requested a developers agreement for future L,C.A.G. reimbursement of installation costs on the 8 inch water mains installed along NW 2nd P1 . and Hardy Ave. SW - 10 year time period requested from date water lines placed into service. Area resident, R. Little, 264 Maple NW, requested residents not pay for water line needed by developer. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND TRIMM, CONCUR IN RECOMMENDATION AND AWARD TEN YEAR LATE COMER'S AGREEMENT AND REFER TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE, THAT THERE BE NO COST TO PEOPLE THAT DON'T NEED SERVICE. SUBSTITUTE MOTION BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHANE, REFER REQUEST TO THE UTILITY COMMITTEE FOR REVIEW AND REPORT BACK. SUBSTITUTE MOTION CARRIED. Gene Coulon Letter from Park Director Webley and Park Board Chairwoman Joan Memorial Beach Moffatt submitted a proposal for the development of Gene Coulon Park Bond Issue Memorial Beach Park Addition which would include major improve- ments to expand boat launch, day moorage, increase parking, rest- rooms, trails, waterfowl habitat, multi-purpose center, fishing piers, maintenance facilities, improved access, landscaping, irrigation and shoreline stabilization and improvement, etc. The development covers 31 acres in the project with 1 .05 miles of shoreline and reported total cost of project $7,825,000 which includes $3,581 ,391 marine work; $2,678,550 site development; $1 ,565,059 design fees, tax, contingency. The letter noted three years planning includes community input through surveys and public meetings; the firm of Jones and Jones, Seattle, having served as consultant on the project. The letter recommended funds be raised through a bond issue submitted at the 1979 Primary Election which would require adoption of authorizing ordinance at the 7/23 meeting. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND PROCTOR, CONCUR IN THE RECOMMENDA- TION OF THE PARK BOARD AND PLACE BOND ISSUE ON THE SEPTEMBER PRIMARY BALLOT IN AMOUNT OF $7,825,000 AND REFER TO WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. Following discussion, MOTION CARRIED. Ordinance #3330 Councilman Perry submitted ordinance for reading which provided for Authorizing the extension of Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park and construction Issuance and of recreational facilities at estimated cost of $7,825,000 and Sale of Park issuance and sale of negotiable general obligation bonds to pay Development Bonds the cost, and providing for submission of the proposition at a Special Election to be held in conjunction with State Primary Election 9/18/79. Following reading, it was MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND PROCTOR, SUSPEND RULES AND ADVANCE ORDINANCE TO SECOND AND FINAL READINGS. CARRIED. City Clerk Mead read ordinance. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHANE, ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. j ,, RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting July 23 , 1979 Municipal Building Monday , 8: 00 P . M. Council Chambers MINUTES CALL TO ORDER Mayor Charles Delaurenti led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the Renton City Council meeting to order. ROLL CALL OF BARBARA Y. SHINPOCH, Council President; CHARLES F. SHANE, THOMAS COUNCIL W. TRIMM, GEORGE J. PERRY, MARGARET L. PROCTOR AND RICHARD M. STREDICKE. MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND SHANE, COUNCIL EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCILMAN EARL CLYMER. CARRIED. MINUTE APPROVAL MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND SHANE, APPROVE COUNCIL MINUTES OF JULY 16, 1979 AS PREPARED. CARRIED. PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted, Final Assessment published and mailed according to law, Mayor Delaurenti opened L. I.D. #309 the public hearing to consider the final assessment roll of LID Undergrounding No. 309 for construction and installation of underground power Monterey Terrace and utility lines in the vicinity of Monterey Terrace (east of FAI 405 and north of Maple Valley Hwy) ; final roll in amount of $61 ,279.60. Letter from A.A. Pantier, 176 Monterey Pl . NE, objected to the assessment until 6 ft. wire sticking out of the ground is removed and complained of four dead junipers resulting from trenching. Public Works Director Gonnason explained the project with individual assessment of $914.62 each property owner; also that Pantier complaint not previously known. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND STREDICKE, ADMINISTRATION REVIEW, CORRECT AND REPORT BACK ON COMPLAINT FILED BY A.A. PANTIER. CARRIED. Jay Holmes, 150 Capri NE, reported he has been project coordinator and would handle complaint from Mr. Pantier. Mr. Holmes thanked Mayor and Council for cooperation on this L. I .D. , noting costs have been greatly reduced and homeowners grateful . MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND TRIMM, CLOSE TIE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND PERRY, COUNCIL APPROVE THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AND REFER TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set alnd proper notices having been posted and Comprehensive Plan published, Mayor Delaurenti opened the public hearing to consider and Zoning for the Planning Commission recommendation regarding Council referral West Hill Area of Comprehensive Plan and Zing for the West Hill area located north of Renton Ave. and west\of Taylor Ave. NW. Letter from Planning Director Ericksen explained the Planning Commission recommendation from hearing 5/4 and meetings 5/31 and 6/4. Letters read from Wayne T. Carter, 463 Lind Ave. NW, and The West Hill Community Association, Linnea D. `.qohnson, Secretary, 503 Seneca Ave. NW, all favoring single family, designation for area and oppos- ing any further multiple zoning or 'Oevelopments. Mr. Ernie Arnone, 207 Taylor Ave. NW. favnreri \qu1ti-family zoning. Harry Long, 220 Seneca NW, expected multi-Qning on property behind R-4. Persons present speaking in favor of single family designations : Dick Neglay, 656 Lind NW; Robin Little' 264 Maple Ave. NW; Carolyn Fenner, 402 Seneca Ct. NW; Chester Dougas, 515 Lind NW; George Flynn, 462 Lind NW; Patty Raphael , 408 S neca NW; LeRoy Johnson, 503 Seneca NW; Nancy Malcom, 304 NW Secd; Peggy DuBois, 2907 Mountain View N. ; Renee Johnson, 503 Seneca NW. Continued Councilwoman Shinpoch explained she had tak n no part in any discussion re Lakeview Tower matter; howeve has been advised by the City Attorney of her right to partici to in area wide hearing. Upon inquiries, City Attorney Warrei explained Council 's right to change zoning classification includin requirements for down zoning. Upon inquiry, Planning Director L icksen explained the Planning Department recommendation for sing family designation for area except R-3 on Taylor for 150 ft. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND PERRY, CLOSE HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY TREDICKE, SECOND SHINPOCH COUNCIL REJECT THAT PART OF THE PLANNING OMMISSION RECOM- MENDATION DESIGNATING MULTIPLE FAMILY AREA ON WES HILL OF RENTON SO THAT WEST HILL WOULD SHOW SINGLE FAMILY AND GREEN BELT. _ 'r�ill • • J. Jul,' 1C, _'-79 7 to ie-re�-o -1.-n't3 r_ re- df 11 • • • ,.>-- __'• C?: Gil 't, 1 "'9V021� 1 JUL1979 , RECEIVED CITY of RENTON ." CLERK'S OFFICEr'`�" RECEIVED JUL 201979 CITY COUNCIL RENTON, WA L RE /AED JUL 19 1979 CITY OF RENiON 503 Seneca Avenue Northwest MAYOR'S OFFICE Renton, Washington 98055 July 16, 1979 The Honorable Charles Delaurenti h~ i��1979 Mayor, City of Renton City Council members N RECEIVED City of Renton ? of ROM Renton, Washington 98055 Cr IY UBMIRWE Dear Mayor Delaurenti and City Council Members: i1g g.,£' The West Hill Community Association is opposed to the Planning Commission' s recommendation regarding the Comprehensive Plan and zoning for the West Hill. It is our belief that this recommendation, if accepted, will open the door for additional multiple-family development, in our area. The basis for our concern is the emphasis the Hearing Examiner places upon the Comprehensive Plan when considering applications for rezones. Since the boundaries on the Comprehensive Plan are flexible, we fear that if the Comprehensive Plan shows 2Ez multi-• family on the west side of Taylor, the Hearing :examiner may then approve rezones for additional multi-family in surrounding "fringe" areas. This procedure can be repeated again and again, permitting multiple-family to creep across the hillside. Therefore, we be- lieve the only way to protect the West Hill from further encroach- ment by multiple-family dwellings is to designate the entire area north of Renton Avenue and west of Taylor as single-family. At the Nay 31 meeting of the Planning Commission' s Ordinance Development Committee, the Committee said they could not support this single-family classification for the West Hill because it would nat "look right" to have Lakeview Towers in an area desig- nated as single-family and SR-1 . We ask whether it looks any more "right" to have it in an area designated as low-density multiple and R-2? This attempt to make the Lakeview Towers pro- ject look like it belongs will only create more problems by jeopardizing the single-family character of the community. We believe that no special effort to justify the presence of Lakeview Towers should be made. If the correct classification for the West Hill is single-family, as we believe it is, then it should be shown as such on the Comprehensive Plan and zoning map. In this event, Lakeview Towers will be recognized for what it is--an uncontrollable example of old and improper zoning. (This type of situation already exists with the condominium on Renton Hill. ) • The Honorable Charles Delaurenti City Council Members Page 2 July 16, 1979 We believe the single-family classification is the correct classification for the West Hill for the following reasons: { 1 . Limited Access: All roads lead to Taylor which has only two outlets in the area. The intersections of Renton Avenue and Taylor and Northwest Third Place and Rainier already experience delays and congestion. These inter- sections will be unable to cope with the additional traffic generated by multiple-family development. 2. Inadequate Existing Roadways: All but two or three roads in the area are below minimum standards. All possible sites for multiple-family development are located on these sub-- standard roads. Contrary to the claims of the Ordinance Development Committee, these roads will remain sub-standard even after the development of Lakeview Towers. 3. Steep Terrain: The steep terrain in the area presents prob lems of access for emergency vehicles and, during bad weather, for residents as well. With multiple-family development we envision hundreds of cars abandoned on Taylor at the first sign of snow! 4. Present Land Use: The present land use is almost exclu- sively single-family--and it is the desire of the vast majority of the residents that it remain single-family. Considering all of the above , we request that the City Council reject the Planning Commission' s recommendation and adopt the single-family zoning and Comprehensive Plan that will insure the residents of the West Hill the protection they need and desire from the spread of multiple-family development through- out their community. Sincerely yours, THE WEST HILL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION ,�Qatil�na�i � O Linnea D. Johnson, ecretary Copies: The Planning Department The Planning Commission • • • 2l Wii_i - 7��2 3/7 , , ,b1+,2::: ',. ..' &. ; r . \ . . . I I • t s '. i N • I pi,.,, �.•,,,.•• j• tic, • 4, 0 . ,ul 7� / 3 �Ll-I • . • __ •>:/�.�� i .i( lit, \, 5'40 ._•. �.� .'ro J • � 4I r ii0 V � 1as cr çg° •4s ,s ', i I' .,, , „,rilie- -1 cr."' - Aly .... t..; et: 4 .111i , 11000 , 111 . .,__.,-tr'-. 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Res . 35000 R-4 Multi -Fam. Res . 5000 G-6000 Sing. Fam. Res. 6000 P-1 Public Use G-7200 Sing. Fam. Res . 7200 B-1 Business G-8400 Sing. Fam. Res. 8400 BP Business Parking PA G E G-9600 Sing. Fam. Res. 9600 - L-1 Light Industry GS-1 Sing. Fam. Res . 35000 H-1 Heavy Industry S-1 Sing. Fam. Res. 40000 T Trailer Park 13 R-2 Two Fam. Res. 7200 M-P Manufacturing Park NOTICE RENTON CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING ON JULY 23, 1979 AT 8: 00 P. M. RENTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING COUNCIL CHAMBER$ 200 MILL AVENUE SOUTH For the purpose of considering a proposed PLANNING CO MI SS I ON RECO MNDAT I ON OF CO PPREHENS I VE PLAN AND ZONING GENERAL LOCATION OF SUBJECT PROPERTY: 124TH ST WEST HILL AREA, GENERALLY BOUNDED BY $ 6TH =T . 1.1.1 RENTON AVENUE, 84TH AVENUE SOUTH, � H ' ik `� N . W. 5TH PLACE, STEVENS AVENUE N , W, 121I*M ___� ,M" ; ; $ AND TAYLOR PLACE AND AVENUE N , W, I___; `�** z ST I 47 NW 4T T (Pvt) y 4- .( < ! O /l < N NW 3RD U 2• � M J x 1 fit' N W 2/1• '1 N ST 'bPrE NTON 1 1■ W 1 ICTORIA4 • Date of Publication 6/29/79 (Complete legal description &further information available in Me City Clerk's Office - 235-250 ', • The removal, mutilation, destruction Warning : or concealment of this notice is au mis- demeanor punishable by fine and imprisonment. • NOTICE RENTON CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING AT 8:00 P M. ON JULY 23. 1_4 79 • RENTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 MILL AVENUE SOUTH For the purpose of considering a proposed PLANNING CO M SS I ON RECO 1 ENDAT I ON OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING A, GENERAL LOCATION OF SUBJECT PROPERTY: • J 124TH /T WEST HILL AREA, GENERALLY BOUNDED BY - `'"S' RENTON AVENUE, 84TH AVENUE SOUTH, 4 • 1 sT N.W. 5TH PLACE, STEVENS AVENUE N.W. 12�TH & __ , w AND TAYLOR PLACE AND AVENUE N.W. .T ___; "" T , F.NW )RO 1.9 P. . ` r ST • h 4, 4VNTor4 • /■ icro u • CERTIFICATION STATE OF WASHINGTON) ) ss. COUNTY OF KING ) I , _Leslie L... c'1?J)))• ,)' hereby rt 'f that TWCIVC( ,h copies of the above notice were posted by me in ',Tr more conspicuous places on the property described and two copies were posted at the Renton Municipal Building, 200 Mill Ave. South, Renton, WA on date of7144, 2 Si gnedA0144 . ATTEST: //7:/ e-z >22-ef---/—,;t--4.- Notary Public in and for the State of Washington, residing in Renton 6/76 • £ :, b 4i z �3 ii+ramf[lr ow `� wx��$ «3 •f- �., .. 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DELAURENTI , Mayor; MAXINE MOTOR, Deputy City Clerk; I IN ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE WARREN, City Attorney; W.E. BENNETT, Deputy Finance Director; GORDON Y. ERICKSEN, Planning Director; JOHN WEBLEY, Parks and Recreation Director; RICHARD HOUGHTON , Public Works Rep. ; JAMES MATTHEWS, Fire Dept. Rep. ; LT. DON PERSSONS, Police Dept. Rep. ; MICHAEL PARNESS, Administrative Assistant. MINUTE APPROVAL MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND PROCTOR, APPROVE COUNCIL MINUTES OF JUNE 18, 1979 AS WRITTEN. CARRIED. PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted, Street Vacation, published, and mailed according to law, Mayor Delaurenti opened SW Victoria St. the public hearing to consider proposed street vacation of SW VAC-12-79 Victoria Street (VAC-12-79) , South of South Tobin St. , East of Rainier Ave. , North of South 2nd Street, and West of Lake Ave. South; as petitioned by Hugh Carney, Kathryn Kaczmarek and Jerome F. Allers. Letter was read from Board of Public Works Chairman Gonnason stating no objection to requested vacation, no utility easement required and the fee be set at one-half the appraised value of $5.10 per square foot. Richard Houghton, Public Works, noted petition represented 100% of the property owners. MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND PERRY, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND PERRY,TO APPROVE THE VACATION AND SET FEE AT 50% OF THE APPRAISED VALUE. CARRIED. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND PERRY, TO REFER TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. AUDIENCE John Goff, 4300 NE Sunset Blvd. G-1, requested a moratorium be COMMENT placed on condominium conversions until an ordinance is adopted by the city regulating such conversions. Edwin C. Johnson, Apartment 4300 NE Sunset Blvd. E-4, requested information about apartments Conversion being brought up to code during a conversion, and how long is to Condominium the conversion period to last. City Attorney Larry Warren (Rental to noted jurisdiction under present State Landlord Tenant Act.Councilworr Purchase) Shinpoch noted legislation re condominium conversions before the Governor now. Lyle Wallace, Springtree Apts. E-1, received notice shortly after moving in about the conversion and requested such conversions be posted. Barry McClinton, 4308 NE Sunset Bldg. W-7, noted Springtree Apartments are being advertised as rental units . without notification of impending conversion. Denise Heath, 4300 NE Sunset Blvd. L-4, requested protection for present renters and compensation for possible move. Councilman Perry noted condominium ordinance in the Planning and Development Committee and should be reported out shortly. West Hill MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND CLYMER, SUSPEND THE RULES AND HEAR ITEM 9b RE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION WEST HILL. CARRIED. Letter was read from Planning Director Ericksen noting Planning Commission recommendation re comprehensive plan and zoning of the West Hill Area, requesting council set a public hearing for consideration of the Planning Commission' s recommendation. Robin Little, 264 Maple Ave. NW, requested copies of planning staff recommendation, Planning Commission and Planning and Development Committee be made available. Mr. E. Arnone, 207 Taylor Ave. NW, noted no reason to postpone council action. Sandy Webb, 264 Chelan Ave. SE, stated the planning commission had held a public hearing. LeRoy Johnson, 503 Seneca Ave. NW, questioned V Renton City Council 6/25/79 Page 2 Audience Comment - Continued West Hill if posting of the hearing would be made in the area. Mayor Delaurenti noted routine postings would be made. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND PERRY PUBLIC HEARING BE SET FOR JULY 23, 1979 TO REVIEW COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE WEST HILL AREA. CARRIED. Recess MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND PERRY,COUNCIL RECESS. CARRIED. Council recessed at 9:00 p.m. and reconvened at 9:20 p.m. Roll Call- All council members present. Children Left MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHINPOCH, SUSPEND THE RULES AND HEAR Unattended in ITEM 9a RE CHILDREN LEFT UNATTENDED IN VEHICLES. CARRIED. Vehicles Letter was read from Mayor Delaurenti noting reports of serious injuries inflicted upon small children who are left unattended in vehicles and requested the matter be referred to the Public Safety Committee to consider enactment of a City Ordinance. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND PERRY TO CONCUR IN THE REQUEST AND REFER TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Executive MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND PERRY, COUNCIL HOLD EXECUTIVE SESSION Session TO DISCUSS NEGOTIATIONS. CARRIED. 9:25 p.m. and reconvened at 10:40 p.m. Roll Call - All council members present. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Ways and Means Ways and Means Committee Chairman Clymer presented committee Committee Report report recommending the following Ordinances for first reading: Street Vacation- Ordinance was read vacating a portion of California Ave. Portion of (N. 7th St. ) as petitioned by Mr. Wong. MOVED BY CLYMER California Ave. SECOND SHANE TO REFER BACK TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. VAC-4-79 CARRIED. Appropriating Ordinance was read appropriating funds for the payment of road Funds-Monster construction work on Monster road in the amount of $6,910.00 Road (Revised) MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND SHINPOCH TO REFER BACK TO (Revised) WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. ORDINANCE 43325 Ordinance was read approving and confirming the assessments Approving and and assessment roll of Local Improvement District No. 297 for the Confirming Final improvement of the Heather Downs area by doing all work necessary Assessment Roll in connection therewith, levying and assessing the amounts therefor LID 297-Heather against the several lots, tracts, parcels of land and other property Downs as shown on said assessment roll as confirmed by the city council ; and providing for the payment of such assessments into the local improvement fund, District No. 297 of the City as created by Ordinance No. 3120. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND PERRY TO ADVANCE TO SECOND AND FINAL READINGS. CARRIED. After readings it was MOVED BY TRIMM, SECOND SHANE TO ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES, EXCEPT COUNCILMAN STREDICKE. MOTION CARRIED. Turner Agent for Ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of certain Banchero/Florer properties within the City from residence single family district Rezone R-234-78 (R-1) to residence district (R-3) . Banchero Rezone R-234-78.MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND SHANE TO REFER BACK TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Schwartzenberger Ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of certain Rezone R-339-79 properties within the City from general classification district (G) to residence district (R-4) . Schwartzenberger Rezone R-339-79. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND PERRY TO REFER BACK TO WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Nunn Rezone Ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of certain R-342-79 properties within the City from general classification district (G) to residence district (R-3) . Nunn Rezone R-342-79. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHANE TO REFER BACK TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Renton City Council 6/25/79 Page 2 Audience Comment - Continued West Hill if posting of the hearing would be made in the area. Mayor Delaurenti noted routine postings would be made. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND PERRY PUBLIC HEARING BE SET FOR JULY 23, 1979 TO REVIEW COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE WEST HILL AREA. CARRIED. Recess MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND PERRY,COUNCIL RECESS. CARRIED. Council recessed at 9:00 p.m. and reconvened at 9:20 p.m. Roll Call- All council members present. Children Left MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHINPOCH, SUSPEND THE RULES AND HEAR Unattended in ITEM 9a RE CHILDREN LEFT UNATTENDED IN VEHICLES. CARRIED. Vehicles Letter was read from Mayor Delaurenti noting reports of serious injuries inflicted upon small children who are left unattended in vehicles and requested the matter be referred to the Public Safety Committee to consider enactment of a City Ordinance. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND PERRY TO CONCUR IN THE REQUEST AND REFER TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Executive MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND PERRY, COUNCIL HOLD EXECUTIVE SESSION Session TO DISCUSS NEGOTIATIONS. CARRIED. 9:25 p.m. and reconvened at 10:40 p.m. Roll Call - All council members present. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Ways and Means Ways and Means Committee Chairman Clymer presented committee Committee Report report recommending the following Ordinances for first reading: Street Vacation- Ordinance was read vacating a portion of California Ave. Portion of (N. 7th St. ) as petitioned by Mr. Wong. MOVED BY CLYMER California Ave. SECOND SHANE TO REFER BACK TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. VAC-4-79 CARRIED. Appropriating Ordinance was read appropriating funds for the payment of road Funds-Monster construction work on Monster road in the amount of $6,910.00 Road (Revised) MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND SHINPOCH TO REFER BACK TO (Revised) WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. ORDINANCE #3325 Ordinance was read approving and confirming the assessments Approving and and assessment roll of Local Improvement District No. 297 for the Confirming Final improvement of the Heather Downs area by doing all work necessary Assessment Roll in connection therewith, levying and assessing the amounts therefor LID 297-Heather against the several lots, tracts, parcels of land and other property Downs as shown on said assessment roll as confirmed by the city council ; and providing for the payment of such assessments into the local improvement fund, District No. 297 of the City as created by Ordinance No. 3120. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND PERRY TO ADVANCE TO SECOND AND FINAL READINGS. CARRIED. After readings it was MOVED BY TRIMM, SECOND SHANE TO ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES, EXCEPT COUNCILMAN STREDICKE. MOTION CARRIED. Turner Agent for Ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of certain Banchero/Florer properties within the City from residence single family district Rezone R-234-78 (R-1) to residence district (R-3) . Banchero Rezone R-234-78.M0VED BY CLYMER, SECOND SHANE TO REFER BACK TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Schwartzenberger Ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of certain Rezone R-339-79 properties within the City from general classification district (G) to residence district (R-4) . Schwartzenberger Rezone R-339-79. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND PERRY TO REFER BACK TO WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Nunn Rezone Ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of certain R-342-79 properties within the City from general classification district (G) to residence district (R-3) . Nunn Rezone R-342-79. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHANE TO REFER BACK TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. RENTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting June 25 , 1979 Municipal Building Monday, 8: 00 P . M. Council Chambers MINUTES CALL TO ORDER Mayor Charles Delaurenti led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the Renton City Council meeting to order. ROLL CALL OF BARBARA Y. SHINPOCH, Council President; RICHARD M. STREDICKE, COUNCIL MARGARET L. PROCTOR, GEORGE J. PERRY, EARL CLYMER, THOMAS W. TRIMM, AND CHARLES F. SHANE. CITY OFFICIALS CHARLES J . DELAURENTI , Mayor; MAXINE MOTOR, Deputy City Clerk; IN ATTENDANCE LAWRENCE WARREN, City Attorney; W.E. BENNETT, Deputy Finance Director; GORDON Y. ERICKSEN, Planning Director; JOHN WEBLEY, Parks and Recreation Director; RICHARD HOUGHTON , Public Works Rep. ; JAMES MATTHEWS, Fire Dept. Rep. ; LT. DON PERSSONS, Police Dept. Rep. ; MICHAEL PARNESS, Administrative Assistant. MINUTE APPROVAL MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND PROCTOR, APPROVE COUNCIL MINUTES OF JUNE 18, 1979 AS WRITTEN. CARRIED. PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted, Street Vacation, published, and mailed according to law, Mayor Delaurenti opened SW Victoria St. the public hearing to consider proposed street vacation of SW VAC-12-79 Victoria Street (VAC-12-79) , South of South Tobin St. , East of Rainier Ave. , North of South 2nd Street, and West of Lake Ave. South; as petitioned by Hugh Carney, Kathryn Kaczmarek and Jerome F. Allers. Letter was read from Board of Public Works Chairman Gonnason stating no objection to requested vacation, no utility easement required and the fee be set at one-half the appraised value of $5. 10 per square foot. Richard Houghton, Public Works, noted petition represented 100% of the property owners. MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND PERRY, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY SHANE, SECOND PERRY,TO APPROVE THE VACATION AND SET FEE AT 50o OF THE APPRAISED VALUE. CARRIED. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND PERRY, TO REFER TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE. CARRIED. AUDIENCE John Goff, 4300 NE Sunset Blvd. G-1, requested a moratorium be COMMENT placed on condominium conversions until an ordinance is adopted by the city regulating such conversions. Edwin C. Johnson, Apartment 4300 NE Sunset Blvd. E-4, requested information about apartments Conversion being brought up to code during a conversion, and how long is to Condominium the conversion period to last. City Attorney Larry Warren (Rental to noted jurisdiction under present State Landlord Tenant Act.Councilwoma Purchase) Shinpoch noted legislation re condominium conversions before the Governor now. Lyle Wallace, Springtree Apts. E-1, received notice shortly after moving in about the conversion and requested such conversions be posted. Barry McClinton, 4308 NE Sunset Bldg. W-7, noted Springtree Apartments are being advertised as rental units . without notification of impending conversion. Denise Heath, 4300 NE Sunset Blvd. L-4, requested protection for present renters and compensation for possible move. Councilman Perry noted condominium ordinance in the Planning and Development Committee and should be reported out shortly. West Hill MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND CLYMER, SUSPEND THE RULES AND HEAR ITEM 9b RE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION WEST HILL. CARRIED. Letter was read from Planning Director Ericksen noting Planning Commission recommendation re comprehensive plan and zoning of the West Hill Area, requesting council set a public hearing for consideration of the Planning Commission' s recommendation. Robin Little, 264 Maple Ave. NW, requested copies of planning staff recommendation, Planning Commission and Planning and Development Committee be made available. Mr. E. Arnone, 207 Taylor Ave. NW, noted no reason to postpone council action. Sandy Webb, 264 Chelan Ave. SE, stated the planning commission had held a public hearing. LeRoy Johnson, 503 Seneca Ave. NW, questioned 1 0 4 �� z THE CITY OF RENTON © ,y MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON, WASH. 98055 n aelL 0 CHARLES J. DELAURENTI y MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT .4) 235-2550 rfD SEPTE.O rn?1222.7D June 21 , 1979 p 1979 �., "ITV of REN The Honorable C . J . Delaurenti , Mayor l� cLERK'SOFFICE� Members of the City Council ,�G168L9 � 4,' Renton , Washington RE : PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION : COUNCIL REFERRAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING - WEST HILL AREA (That area located north of Renton Avenue and west of Taylor Avenue N . W . ) Dear Mayor and Council Members : The Planning Commission has completed its review of the Comprehensive Plan and zoning in the West Hill Area , as requested by Council referral at their meeting of April 9 , 1979 . A public hearing was held on May 23 , 1979 , and the matter was referred to the Commission ' s Ordinance Development Committee for study and recommendation . The Committee held a work meeting with interested parties in attendance on May 31st . The Committee ' s recommendation was submitted to the Commission -as -a-whole on June 13 , 1979 , and the following recommendations were adopted for submittal to the Council : 1 . Delete the medium density multiple land use designation on the Comprehensive Plan with the exception of a 200 foot depth strip adjacent to Taylor Avenue N . W . extending from Renton Avenue northerly to mid- block between N . W . Second Street and N . W . Second Place . 2 . The remainder of the block between N . W . Second Street and south of Second Place extending westerly from Taylor to Stevens be designated low density multiple family . 3 . The zoning for the medium and low density multiple family areas conform to the R-3 and R-2 zoning classifications , and all remaining areas of the West Hill Study Area be rezoned to SR- 1 , Suburban Residence . 1 The Honorable C . J . Delaurenti , Mayor Members of the City Council June 21 , 1979 Page Two 4 . The powerline right-of-way and the steep ravine areas to the north of Renton Avenue between Taylor Avenue and 84th Avenue South be designated as green- belt with the exception that the greenbelt area does not conflict with the multi -family designated areas . Copies of the Committee ' s recommendation , staff report , and minutes of the Planning Commission ' s meetings are attached for your reference . It is suggested that the City Council establish a public hearing date for consideration of the Planning Commission ' s recommendation . Very t , 1y/ ours , $ don Y . cksen , P anning I ector Attachme s GYE ; sh PLANNING COMMISSION ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT JUNE 13 , 1979 RE : WEST HILL STUDY AREA The Committee has reviewed the testimony presented at the Planning Commission public hearing of May 23 , 1979 , and considered the staff report (copy attached ) regarding this study area . The Committee concludes the following : 1 . Development of the Lakeview Towers will have an impact upon the adjacent neighborhood area , and any action by the Planning Commission should consider this development . 2 . Although currently inadequate or marginal , future develop- ment of roads , access , and utilities will be provided to serve the multiple family development. 3. The existing multiple family development along Taylor Avenue N . W. , suggests that a strip of medium density multiple adjacent to Taylor Avenue is appropriate . 4. A transition/buffer between multiple family development and the single family uses to the north and west , suggests that an area of low density multiple should be considered . 5 . The current variety of single family zoning classifications in this area are out of place and for the most part in conflict with the existing development of the area . A consolidation of the single family zones into one classification will remove the inconsistency and provide for a logical development of the area . Ordinance Development Committee Committee Report to the Planning Commission West Hill Study Area June 13 , 1979 Page Two The Ordinance Development Committee recommends to the Planning Commission the following : 1 . Delete the medium density multiple land use designation on the Comprehensive Plan with the exception of a 200 foot depth strip adjacent to Taylor Avenue N .W . extending from Renton Avenue northerly to mid-block between N . W . Second Street and N . W . Second Place . (Note : Proposed Land Use Map ) 2 . The remainder of the block between N . W. Second Street and south of Second Place extending westerly from Taylor to Stevens be deisgnated low density multiple family . 3 . 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Multiple Family Residencial 1 i R-3 Medium Density Multiple Family Residential ••,......, PLANNING DEPARTMENT REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 A. SUMMARY AND PURPOSE OF REQUEST : At the request of the City Council , the Planning Commission is reviewing the Comprehensive Plan and zoning for the West Hill area generally bounded by Renton Avenue , 84th Avenue South , N . W . 5th Place , Stevens Avenue N . W . and Taylor Place and Avenue N . W . ( Location map attached . ) The Planning Commission is to prepare recommendations to amend either the Comprehensive Plan or zoning as may be necessary . B. GENERAL INFORMATION : 1 . Location : North of Renton Avenue extension between Taylor Place and Avenue to the City Limit 2 . Size of Property : 110± Acres 3 . Access : Renton Avenue , Taylor Place and Avenue . 84th Avenue South 4 . Existing Zoning : G , G-6000 , G-7200 General Classification ; R- 1 and S- 1 Single Family ; R-3 Medium Density Multipl : Family ; R-4 High Density Multiple Family 5 . Existing Zoning in the Area : Same plus R-2 Low Density Multiple , SR- 1 Suburban Residence ; B- 1 Busines 6 . Comprehensive Land Use Plan : Single Family and Medium Density Multiple Family 7 . Notification : The applicant was notified in writing of the hearing date . Notice was properly published in the Record Chronicle on May 13 , 1979 and posted in three places on or near the site as required by City Ordinance on May 13 , 1979 . C. HISTORY/BACKGROUND : The portion of the area east of Stevens Avenue N . W . was a part of the original City Limits . Areas west of Stevens Avenue N . W . r - were annexed in 1953 , 1958 , 1966 and 1977 . The core o f S 1 and R- 1 zoning has existed since the Zoning Ordinance adoption in 1958 . Rezonings to R-3 occurred in 1963 and 1967 . A rezone to R-4 TheComprehensive Plan was adopted in 1965 also occurred in 1967 . Com p , and designated approximately two-thirds of the hill area as multiple family , which was refined by a Comprehensive Plan amendment in 1968 showing primarily single family use with approximately 20 acres of Medium Density Multiple Family between N . W . 2nd ( S . 132nd Street) and Renton Avenue . 0. PHYSICAL BACKGROUND : 1 . Topography : The site is primarily the east facing slope of the Ridge overlooking Renton . Slopes on about 3/4 of the area area in the 25% range sloping from west to east . The westerly 1 /4 of the area is the plateau above with only gentle slopes . PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 PAGE TWO 2 . Soils : Soils are generally of the Alderwood and Beausite series which are potentially suitable for urban development , with some restrictions in certain areas . Detailed on-site review may be necessary within specific developments . 3 . Vegetation : Tree cover is essentially deciduous with under- growth of grass and brush in vacant parcels . Landscaped areas occur in most developed parcels . 4 . Wildlife : Vacant areas probably provide habitat for birds and small mammals . 5 . Water : Due to the steep slopes the site is adequately drained , with small watercourses near Renton Avenue and NW 6th . 6 . Land Use : Developed land uses are almost exclusively single family . Perhaps half of the area is undeveloped , with one small apartment complex and a developing church parking lot . E. PUBLIC SERVICES : 1 . Water and Sewer : The primary water service by a 10" main on Taylor Avenue N . W . with 6" and 8" local service lines . All developed areas are served by 8" sanitary sewers in each street . 2 . Schools : Skyway and Bryn Mawr Elementary Schools are north and south of the area along with Dimmitt Junior High . Earlington Elementary is to the south , and Renton High to the east . 3 . Recreation : No formal recreation exists within the area although Earlington Park and the schools would provide recreational opportunities . F, APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE ZONING CODE : 1 . G , General Classification . 2 . R- 1 , S- 1 Single Family 3 . SR- 1 , Suburban Residence 4 . R- 3 Medium Density Multiple Family 5 . R-4 , High Density Multiple G. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OR OTHER OFFICIAL CITY DOCUMENT : 1 . Land Use Report , 1965 . H. IMPACT ON THE NATURAL OR HUMAN ENVIRONMENT : 1 . Natural Systems : Development of the area will disturb vegetation , soils and slopes , increase traffic , noise and air pollution . Lower densities will have less impact . Most adverse impacts should be able to be mitigated through proper design . 2 . Population/Employment : The following is a comparison of the current Comprehensive Plan vs . a Comprehensive Plan envisioning only single family : CURRENT Single Family 90 acres (4/ac) 360 Units 1 ,260 persons Medium Density 20 acres (20/ac) 400 Units 1 ,000 persons 760 Units 2,260 persons ALL SINGLE FAMILY Single Family 110 acres (4/ac) 440 Units 1 ,540 persons PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 PAGE THREE 3 . Schools : The following is similar to the above comparing students : CURRENT Single Family 360 Units (0.5) 180 Students Medium Density 400 Units (0.25) 100 Students 280 Students ALL SINGLE FAMILY Single Family 440 Units (0.5) 220 Students II 4 . Traffic : The following is a comparison of traffic impacts : CURRENT Single Family 360 Units 3600 ADT Medium Density 400 Units 2400 ADT 6000 ADT ALL SINGLE FAMILY Single Family 440 Units 4000 ADT Assuming an equal east/west split (east to Rainier and west to Renton Avenue ) , the following impacts can be expected : 1 Current ADT Impact of Current Plan Impact of Single Family Plan Rainier Ave. 18,000 +16% +12% Renton Ave. 28,000 +11% +8% I . ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT/THRESHOLD DETERMINATION : Pursuant to the City of Renton ' s Environmental Ordinance and the State Environmental Policy Act of 1971 , as amended , RCW 43-21C , a declaration of non-significant impact has been prepared for the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and rezoning only based upon reduction in density reducing adverse environmental impacts of future development . J . PLANNING DEPARTMENT ANALYSIS : 1 . The area consists of 110 acres of which 70 acres are currently within the City Limits . The current Comprehensive Plan designates 90 acres for single family and 20 acres for medium density multiple . Current zoning within the city limits indicates 65 acres of single family , 3 acres of medium density multiple family and 2 acres of high density multiple family . One 1 /4 acre R-3 zoned parcel is developed . About one-half of the single family zoning is developed . 2 . The 20 acres of multiple family designated between Renton Avenue and N . W . 2nd is on the steep slopes of one of the creeks drainin this area . 3 . Adopting an all single family Comprehensive Plan as opposed to maintaining the current Comprehensive Plan would reduce traffic impacts by 1600 ADT ( 25% ) , reduce the number of students by 60 ( 18% ) , and reduce population by 720 ( 33%) . 4 . Rezoning of the current R-4 and R-3 zoned parcels will potentially reduce the population , school and traffic impacts , although the Lakeview Towers proposal would be unaffected if constructed under the pending building permit . The actual reductions are , therefore , negligible . PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 PAGE FOUR 5 . The current array of single family zoning classifications do not adequately or accurately reflect existing conditions within the area . Rezoning of all single family area to a unified classification such as SR- 1 would eliminate confusion and ambiguities in the area . K. DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATIONS : Based upon the foregoing analysis , it is recommended that : 1 . The Comprehensive Plan be revised to reflect single family residential uses for the study area with the exception of approximately one acre adjacent to Taylor Avenue N . W . at the intersection of N . W . 2nd . 2. Rezone the West Hill area in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan . SR- 1 ( 7500 square feet ) is recommended for single family designated areas . PROPOSED/FINAL DECLARATION OF SIGNIFICANCE/NON—SIGNIFICANCE • West Hill Comprehensive Plan Application No . Review/Referral ❑ PROPOSED Declaration Environmental Checklist No . ECF-469-79 XX FINAL Declaration Description of proposal West Hill Comprehensive Plan Review Proponent CITY OF RENTON Location of Proposal North of Renton Ave extension between Taylor Place and Ave to the Ctty Limit! Lead Agency CITY OF RENTON PLANNING DEPT . This proposal has been determined to 0 have ® not have a significant adverse impact upon the environment . An EIS ❑ is pis not required under RCW 43 . 21C . 030 ( 2 ) (c ) . 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NO Cj West Hi I I Study Area Boundary WEST HILL_H_l_L_[ STUDY— Exhibit #3 Planning Department Recommendation : Proposed Zoning Classifications SR- 1 Suburban Residence District ( Single Family Residential ) R- J Medium Density Multiple Family Residential RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING MAY 23, 1979 MINUTES COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT : Thomas Buckingham, Michael Hanis , Anthone Mola , MichaeT Porter , Barbara Schellert , Clark Teegarden , Joan Walker , Anita Warren , Sanford Webb . COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT : None . CITY STAFF PRESENT : Gordon Ericksen , Planning Director; Daniel Kellogg , Assistant City Attorney ; Willis Roberts , Recording Secretary . 1 • CALL TO ORDER: The special meeting of the Renton Planning Commission was called to order at 8 :05 p . m. by Chairman Walker , who noted that the meeting agenda included special business as well as a public hearing . 2 . ROLL CALL was taken by Secretary Mola with all Commission members responding present . 3 - ADMINISTRATIVE: The Chairman introduced Mr. Kellogg , Assistant City Attorney , who is here this evening to discuss the environmental impact statement process ( EIS ) process . He referred Commissioners to the policy of the law as set forth in the State of Washington Administrative Code regarding the timing of the EIS process , which indicates that an EIS will be completed at the earliest possible time , when the envi - ronmental impacts of the proposal can be identified reliably . Copies of the section of the Code ( WAC 197- 15-055) were distributed to the members . Mr. Kellogg advised the Commission regarding his understanding of past practices , when an EIS was required , noting that it was completed after the Planning Commission had made its recommendation to the City Council and before Council action on that recommendation . The Assistant City Attorney indicated that it is his opinion that this process is acceptable from a legal standpoint . However , he noted that the decision-making body should have all of the environmental impact information before it at the earliest possible date and that there has to be a proposal upon which the EIS can be addressed . In the opinion of the City Attor- ney ' s Office , the earliest possible time would be after the public hearing and after a proposal has been directed to one of the study committees . Mr. Kellogg urged an early identification of environ- mental impact , noting that an in-depth consideration by the Commis- sion is desirable before a recommendation is made to the City Council . For clarification , the Planning Director reviewed the Commission ' s activities regarding their study of the Comprehensive Plan for the Southeast Quadrant . He noted that the study included a review of the quadrant in its entirety . However , there have been three specific area requests from the public proposing a change in the existing Plan . The public hearing has been closed with regard to all proposals and the matter referred to the Comprehensive Planning Committee . The Committee report is pending resolution of the question of the timing of the EIS process . Discussion between the Commissioners and the Assistant City Attorney followed with regard to the following possibilities : preparation of an EIS for the original Committee proposal only , inclusion of the three area requests from the public in the EIS , the Commission ' s making a tentative recommendation on the proposals at this time , and the Comprehensive Planning Committee responding in a report regarding all questions raised at the public hearings and an EIS prepared on the basis of that report . There was further discussion regarding defining the earliest possible date for identification RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING MAY 23, 1979 MINUTES COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Thomas Buckingham, Michael Hanis , Anthone Mola , Michael Porter , Barbara Schellert , Clark Teegarden , Joan Walker , Anita Warren , Sanford Webb . COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT : None . CITY STAFF PRESENT : Gordon Ericksen , Planning Director; Daniel Kellogg , Assistant City Attorney ; Willis Roberts , Recording Secretary. 1 . CALL TO ORDER: The special meeting of the Renton Planning Commission was called to order at 8 :05 p . m. by Chairman Walker , who noted that the meeting agenda included special business as well as a public hearing . 2 . ROLL CALL was taken by Secretary Mola with all Commission members responding present . 3. ADf1INISTRATIVE: The Chairman introduced Mr. Kellogg , Assistant City Attorney , who is here this evening to discuss the environmental impact statement process ( EIS ) process . He referred Commissioners to the policy of the law as set forth in the State of Washington Administrative Code regarding the timing of the EIS process , which indicates that an EIS will be completed at the earliest possible time , when the envi - ronmental impacts of the proposal can be identified reliably . Copies of the section of the Code (WAC 197- 15-055) were distributed to the members . Mr . Kellogg advised the Commission regarding his understanding of past practices , when an EIS was required , noting that it was completed after the Planning Commission had made its recommendation to the City Council and before Council action on that recommendation . The Assistant City Attorney indicated that it is his opinion that this process is acceptable from a legal standpoint . However , he noted that the decision-making body should have all of the environmental impact information before it at the earliest possible date and that there has to be a proposal upon which the EIS can be addressed . In the opinion of the City Attor- ney ' s Office , the earliest possible time would be after the public hearing and after a proposal has been directed to one of the study committees . Mr. Kellogg urged an early identification of environ- mental impact , noting that an in-depth consideration by the Commis- sion is desirable before a recommendation is made to the City Council . For clarification , the Planning Director reviewed the Commission ' s activities regarding their study of the Comprehensive Plan for the Southeast Quadrant . He noted that the study included a review of the quadrant in its entirety. However , there have been three specific area requests from the public proposing a change in the existing Plan . The public hearing has been closed with regard to all proposals and the matter referred to the Comprehensive Planning Committee . The Committee report is pending resolution of the question of the timing of the EIS process . Discussion between the Commissioners and the Assistant City Attorney followed with regard to the following possibilities : preparation of an EIS for the original Committee proposal only , inclusion of the three area requests from the public in the EIS , the Commission ' s making a tentative recommendation on the proposals at this time , and the Comprehensive Planning Committee responding in a report regarding all questions raised at the public hearings and an EIS prepared on the basis of that report . There was further discussion regarding defining the earliest possible date for identification � I Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Two 1 of environmental impact , the possible necessity for a supplemental EIS should the Commission have substantial disagreement with the Committee report , staff progress on an EIS presently being prepared on the entire quadrant and its general nature , the state law with regard to the review procedure , and the need for as early a response j as possible to the public . It was noted that should the Commission decide to take action first , and then the EIS be prepared , the EIS process would have to be completed prior to the recommendation being made to the City Council . IT WAS THEN ACTION: MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY MOLA , THAT THE COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING COMMITTEE BE AUTHORIZED TO PROCEED WITH RECOMMENDATIONS ON ALL OF THE , QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT AND TO PREPARE RECOMMENDA- I TIONS UPON WHICH AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT MAY BE PREPARED, AT WHICH TIME BOTH THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION AND THE EIS BE SUB- MITTED TO THE COMMISSION FOR CONSIDERATION. Discussion ensued relative to the possible need for a supplemental EIS and the probable time-frame for its review should the Commission change the committee report significantly , provision in the EIS for alternative proposals , the possibility of making a proposal for purposes of environmental assessment , the obligation to the public to make a decision based upon all of the information that might be available , including the EIS , and the need for early action while the input from the public is still in mind . As there was no further discussion , the Chairman called for the question . A roll call vote was requested with the following results : BUCKINGHAM - NO 'I HANIS - NO WEBB - NO WARREN - AYE MOLA - AYE PORTER - AYE SCHELLERT - NO TEEGARDEN - AYE 4 - NO 4 - AYE As there was a tie vote , a vote was requested from the Chairman . Noting , her personal feeling that the decision should be based on all of the information possible , the Chairman voted "aye . " MOTION CARRIED. A meeting of the Comprehensive Planning Committee was announced for 7 : 30 p . m. on May 30th . Commissioner Teegarden , Chairman , invited the participation of the other Commission members and noted that �I the meeting would be open to the public . 4 - PUBLIC HEARING : , COUNCIL REFERRAL: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING - WEST HILL AREA REVIEW OF THE NORTHWEST SECTION OF THE CITY FROM TAYLOR AVENUE N .W . TO THE WEST CITY LIMITS AND RENTON AVENUE TO THE NORTH CITY LIMITS The Chairman noted the area under review and asked the Commissioners about any conflict of interests they may have regarding the matter . Commissioner Teegarden indicated that he felt he should be excused , as he was a member of the Commission at the time the rezone Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Three occurred on the disputed property , that he is a resident on the West Hill , and he feels there is no way he can escape being accused of prejudice . The Chairman excused Mr . Teegarden , noting that the hearing this evening related to the specific item on which he considered the rezone. The Chairman advised that the review this evening is the result of the residents ' concern regarding a particular construction proposal in their area , but that this in itself is not a Planning Commission question . As the result of the neighborhood concern , the City Council referred the question of land use and zoning on the West Hill to the Commission for review. She noted that the matter had been referred to the Ordinance Development Com- mittee , and they had recommended this evening ' s public hearing . A letter from Mr . and Mrs . A. Rivily , 411 Seneca Court N .W . , Renton , indicating their opposition to any rezoning , was read into the record . Noting no further correspondence , a presentation from the Planning Director regarding the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan as it relates to the subject area was requested . A. LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Mr. Ericksen defined the Comprehensive Plan and reviewed land use designations for the audience . He noted the ninety-day moratorium on multi -family construction in the area north of Renton Avenue and westerly of Taylor and pointed out the study area on the map. He advised that the Renton Comprehen- sive Plan does extend beyond the city limits and includes community facilities , but that the emphasis this evening is concerned with single and multi -family land use designations . The Chairman invited public comment . Scott McBee , 13208 Renton Avenue South , Renton , inquired as to why public hearing signs were posted outside the city limits and indicated his opposition to multi -family develop- ments in the area . The Planning Director advised that inas- much as the Comprehensive Plan extends beyond the city limits , those areas were posted to give the residents an opportunity to express their interest . Marilyn McCrum, 410 Stevens Avenue N . W. , Renton , requested a definition of low , medium, and high density multi -family designations . The Planning Director advised regarding densi - ties allowed in each designation as well as setback , height , and lot coverage requirements . Peter Raphael , 408 Seneca Avenue N .W. , Renton , inquired regarding any communication between the City and County with regard to land use planning . The Planning Director and Com- mission Chairman advised regarding coordination with the County on these matters . Norman L . Sundquist , 458 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , asked what steps were necessary to stop anything other than single family construction in the area . He was invited by Mr. Ericksen to come to the Planning Department to review the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map and Zoning Map , and the Planning Director offered to respond to any questions . Noting inadequate roads , sewers , and water supplies , Mr . Sundquist suggested that the Commissioners visit their area . He indicated his disapproval of multi -family construction in the entire area . Ernie Arnone , 207 Taylor Avenue N .W . , Renton , indicated his support of high density multi -family development along Tay- lor Avenue , indicating the adequacy of the roads and the potential increase in the value of his property. Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Four Leroy Johnson , 503 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , requested that existing single family designations be maintained and that any multi -family designations be changed to single family due to inadequate access . George Flynn , 462 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted the potential extension of multi -family development to the single family resi - dential areas and poor streets with limited access due to the steep topography . Robin Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted the impact of multi - family development on sewers and costs to the current residents and noted that the area was planned originally for single family use . In response to Mr . Little , the Planning Director advised that while the area was originally platted as single family resi - dential , the previous Comprehensive Plan ( 1965 ) classified approximately two-thirds of the hillside area as medium density multi -family residential . The Plan was revised in 1968 to reduce the multi -family areas to along Renton and Taylor Avenues . Responding to Commissioner Warren , Mr. Erick- sen indicated that these changes were made following public hearings by the Planning Commission with recommendations to the City Council and legal notice was provided . Barbara Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regard- ing the procedure for developing a Comprehensive Plan . The Planning Director advised regarding the development of the Comprehensive Plan , which took approximately two years , and noted citizen involvement . Mr . Arnone indicated that he recalled signing a petition for R-3 zoning at that time . Max Witters , 12820 - 84th South , Renton , inquired regarding the County plan for the area from 132nd to Renton Avenue . The Planning Director noted that the County does not have a land use plan but employs potential zoning classifications . Responding to Commissioner Hanis , he advised that the zoning for the area is SR. James Fenner , 402 Seneca Court N . W . , Renton , requested that the single family area within the city limits be retained due to topography . He asked for consideration of larger minimum lot sizes because of the steep hillside and limited access . Louise Lewis , 415 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired if the Commissioners visited the study areas and was advised by the Chairman that this was done as a part of their study . Patty Raphael , 408 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , enumerated her reasons why the area should be designated as single family residential . They included the proximity to the airport and public safety , the rocky character of the soil and underground springs which create runoff problems and restricted access for emergency vehicles . Bill Gavin , 265 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , indicated that the biggest problem is the impact to traffic and access , especially on the southern end of this area because of topography . He also noted only one park available on the west side of Renton and inquired as to where the children would play should multi - family construction occur . He noted that high density develop- ment would result in the loss of a certain number of trees , which would affect the noise level from the airport and Airport Way and Renton Avenue . He noted petitions to the City Council in the past several months indicating the neighborhood ' s Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Five opposition to multiple family dwellings . The Planning Direc- tor indicated that the information is on file and will be reviewed in the Commission ' s study. •1r. Gavin also noted that as the result of residential con- struction projects in the area , in which it was necessary to blast , the basement of his home is leaking. A recess was declared by the Chairman at 9 : 35 p . m. The meeting was resumted at 9 : 50 p . m. with all members noted above with the exception of Commissioner Teegarden in attendance. The Chairman invited further public comment regarding the Comprehensive Plan for the area . Rod Sletten , 255 Lind Avenue N .W . , Renton , indicated his opin- ion that those streets are just about unbuildable due to topog- raphy . He inquired regarding surveyors in the area working on a street proposal , asked about plans for improvement of Lind Avenue , and noted potential impact to his property. Bob Clemens , Renton , indicated his opposition to multi -family development due to access , traffic impacts , topography , and public safety . Wayne Carter , 463 Lind Ave . N .W . , Renton , indicated his con- cern regarding the impact on his property should Lind Avenue be widened. He also noted the effect this modication would have on children playing in the area . Barbara Little noted that the high density multiple designation permits construction up to 95 feet in height and inquired regarding that kind of development in Renton other than City Hall . The Planning Director advised that the only other building in Renton that approximates that height would be the office building in Renton Village . Joanne Novis , 461 Taylor Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regard- ing the location of apartments in the area . These locations were noted on the map by Mr. Ericksen . Ms . Novis noted problems with underground streams , rocky soil , sewers in their neighborhood at the bottom of the Hill , and indicated her feeling that the area could not support any more development. The Chairman called for further comment . As there were none , IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY HANIS, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED AND THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FOR STUDY AND RECOMMENDATION. MOTION CARRIED. Several members of the audience inquired regarding possible notification regarding the Commission ' s decision and were invited to leave their names and addresses with the Recording Secretary . The Planning Director advised that they would be notified of the Committee meeting and that in view of the moratorium, it is essential that the Commission expedite its action . Commissioner Hanis , Chairman of the Ordinance Development Com- mittee , advised that the Committee recommendation would be made at the June 13 , 1979 , public meeting of the Planning Commission . It was noted that the Committee meeting would be open to the public , but it was urged that the homeowners association send some representatives due to limited space. Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Six B . REVIEW OF EXISTING ZONING The Chairman advised that area-wide zoning for the West Hill community , as defined above , would now be considered . A review by the Planning Director was requested . Mr . Ericksen displayed a map of the study area , noted existing zoning , and discussed zoning requirements and relationships of the zoning categories . The Chairman invited audience comment . Referring to the proposed Lakeview Towers condominium project located at N . W . 2nd and Lind Avenue N . W . , Barbara Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted her concern that it would cause the greatest problems in that area . She indicated her awareness that the Planning Commission cannot do anything about the planned construction but requested that the area be down-zoned to provide for a single family neighborhood . The Chairman inquired regarding the situation relative to building permits in the area . The Assistant Attorney indicated that any building permits that were filed and approved prior to the execution of the moratorium on multi -family development are not affected by any rezoning action that the City might take . However , rezoning to less intensive use can be considered for future application for building permits . Connie Raphael , 408 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , noting that an R-4 zoning classification allows structures up to 95 feet or six stories in height , requested that an EIS be required before any building permit is issued in those districts . She indica- ted her feeling that six-story buildings only be built in cer- tain areas , such as commercial districts , and that in view of the limited space in Renton and due to aesthetics , it is gen- erally not appropriate in Renton . She noted that such develop- ment in low density multi -family and single family residential areas creates traffic problems . She also cited the lack of parks in the subject area . Ms . Raphael also requested public F� notification before any zoning is changed . In response to Ms . Raphael , the Planning Director advised that any zoning changes had to be in agreement with the Comprehen- sive Plan and that there would be proper public notice . It was noted that applications for rezone were heard by the Hearing Examiner , who makes a recommendation to the City Council , and that petitions pro and con are often submitted and are con - sidered . Robin Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , advised that two houses had been constructed next to his residence last year and that blasting had been necessary in conjunction with the development . He described sinkage and drainage problems in his home and area , which he feels are a direct result , since the blasting . He noted his feeling that blasting in the R-3 and R-4 designated areas could affect a spring three blocks away and recommended a change in designation to single family . Harry G . Hollaway , 412 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regarding payment for the provision of utilities should Lake- view Towers be built . He was advised by Mr. Ericksen regarding possible methods of payment . The Planning Director also advised regarding provision for necessary street improvements in response to Commissioner Hanis but noted that these matters are not specifically zoning questions . Norman Sundquist , 458 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , also commented on potential impacts to Lind Avenue should Lakeview Towers be developed . Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Seven George Flynn , 462 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , asked how he could obtain assurance that the area would remain single family resi - dential . He was advised by the Planning Director regarding zoning procedures and requirements and encouraged to become informed and involved on these issues . Bill Gavin , 265 Lind Avenue N . W. , Renton , inquired regarding the difference between the present Comprehensive Plan land use designation and existing zoning for the Lakeview Towers site . Mr . Ericksen noted that the 1965 Comprehensive Plan had indi - cated most of that area for multi -family use and that at the time the property was zoned to multi -family , it was in con- formance with the Comprehensive Plan . Wayne Carter , 463 Lind Avenue N . W . , noted possible conflict of interest regarding the Lakeview Towers site. The Chairman advised that there is nothing the Planning Com- mission can do regarding the Lakeview Towers proposal . Mr. Flynn indicated his concern regarding the abrupt change between the proposed project and its single family residen- tial neighbors , and noted that there is no transition between uses . Present methods of assessing zoning requests were then reviewed by the Planning Director. Gloria Larson , 12837 - 84th Avenue South , Renton , inquired regarding how long the Lakeview Towers site had been zoned R-3 and R-4 . She also commented on the need for an EIS for such a large project. There was further review by the Planning Director , Commission Chairman , and the Assistant City Attorney regarding the Com- prehensive Plan , zoning , and building permit procedures . It was noted that the zoning of the site in question had been advertised and is a matter of public record . Ms . Raphael inquired regarding other multi -family sites in the area and asked that before any multiple family development is permitted that circulation and traffic impacts be considered . Ron McDonald , 216 N . W . 5th Street , Renton , inquired regarding possible regulations regarding access to Renton and Rainier Avenues . Carolyn Fenner, 402 Seneca Court N . W. , Renton , inquired regard- ing the process for changing the Comprehensive Plan and zoning and what protection they have against spot zoning. Norman Sundquist inquired if there had ever been a group of property owners come in and indicate a desire to have a number of apartment buildings in their area . The Planning Director advised regarding such a situation . Clarence Hall , 428 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted topographi - cal problems which would preclude further multi -family develop- ment in the area and requested that it all be designated as single family. Kathy Keolker, 532 Cedar Avenue South , indicated that while she is the president of the Renton Hill Homeowners Association , she is speaking for herself. Mrs . Keolker referred to earlier City action regarding changes from multi -family to single fam- ily designations in land use and zoning on Renton Hill and noted similarities between the two areas and two situations . She cited the issues of traffic congestion , access , character of the neighborhood , topography , view properties , underground streams , and public safety . She noted requirements for areas . •Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Eight appropriate for multiple family development and encouraged that any multi -family zoning on the West Hill be changed to single family residential before problems occur . Darrel Vail , 553 Raymond Place N . W . , Renton , indicated his support that the single family residential concept be maintained in the area and noted problems that could occur in a " rapid growth " situation . He also recommended that should development occur, other methods than blasting be employed . Harry Thatcher , 454 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , indicated his feeling that rezone of the Lakeview Towers site had a greater negative impact on the residential area than not granting the multiple zoning would have had on those who hold the property. Ernie Arnone , 207 Taylor Avenue N . W . , Renton , indicated his concern for the residents above him. However , he indicated his desire to have the property remain zoned for multiple family development due to good access , an adequate street , and adequate utilities . Robin Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , asked if the Melchers , who live at 304 N . W . 2nd , would approve of a six- story building on Mr . Arnone ' s property . Mr. Arnone indicated that he had called Mr. Melcher , who lives directly west of him , before he came to the meeting and that he indicated he wants his property to remain zoned R-3 . Noting no further comments from the public , the Chairman opened the matter to discussion by the Commission . Following a brief discussion , IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY WEBB, SECONDED BY MOLA, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED AND THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FOR REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION . MOTION CARRIED. There was discussion regarding a committee meeting , and inter- ested parties were requested to leave their names with the Recording Secretary for notification . The Planning Director noted that the Committee will report back to the Commission of the whole on June 13th . The Chairman thanked the audience for their participation �. and acknowledged their concerns . 5 • OTHER Commissioner Teegarden announced a Comprehensive Planning Committee meeting for 7 : 30 p . m. , May 30th , to review recommendations related to the Southeast Quadrant . Chairman Walker reminded the Commission of the forthcoming election of officers at the June meeting . Commissioner Schellert advised regarding activities of the Newcastle Community Plan Committee , noting meetings with the community with regard to alternatives . The Commission was reminded of a transportation meeting with Metro at the Renton Library at 7 : 30 p . m. , May 24th . As there was no further business before the Commission , IT WAS MOVED BY SCHELLERT , SECONDED BY WEBB , THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED . MOTION CARRIED . . Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Nine The meeting was adjourned at 11 : 35 p. m. Joan A. Walker, Chairman � t,< Anthone Mola , Secretary • RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING JUNE 13, 1979 MINUTES ' CMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT : Michael Hanis , Michael Porter , Barbara Schel - lert , Clark Teegarden , Anita Warren , Sanford Webb . COiMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT : Thomas Buckingham, Anthone Mola , Joan Walker. CITY OFFICIALS PRESENT : George Perry , Councilman . CITY STAFF PRESENT : Gordon Ericksen , Planning Director ; Willis Roberts , Recording Secretary . z . CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 8 : 03 p . m. by Vice-Chairman Teegarden , who welcomed the audience to the June public meeting of the Renton Plan- ning Commission . 2 • ROLL CALL was taken by the Recording Secretary . All members responded present with the exception of Commissioners Buckingham ( called out of town ) , Mola ( on military reserve duty) , Walker ( on vacation ) , and Webb ( expected to arrive later) . IT WAS THEN ACTION : MOVED BY HANIS , SECONDED BY PORTER, THAT THE ABSENT MEMBERS BE EXCUSED. MOTION CARRIED. 3 . APPROVAL OF MINUTES : The Vice- Chairman called for additions or corrections to the minutes of May 9 , 1979 . Noting none , they were declared approved as written . Additions or corrections to the minutes of the meeting of May 23 , 1979 , were invited by Mr . Teegarden . On page one , in the first sentence of the first paragraph under "Administrative , " Mr . Teegarden noted the duplication of the word " process . " In addition he requested that the first paragraph under "Other" on page 8 be deleted , as it implied that he was present , when he had been excused from the meeting earlier . IT WAS THEN ACTION : MOVED BY HANIS, SECONDED BY SCHELLERT, TO ACCEPT THE MINUTES AS COR- RECTED. MOTION CARRIED . Noting the scheduling of the report on the West Hill Area by the Ordinance Development Committee next on the agenda , Vice-Chairman Teegarden explained , for the benefit of the audience , that he had been excused from the public hearing review on May 23 , 1979 , and for the same reasons that he had pre- sented at that meeting , he was excusing himself from the meeting regarding this matter . However , it was noted that Commissioner Webb had yet to arrive ; and , therefore , a quorum would not be represented . Therefore , the Commission proceeded to the administrative matters before the Commission 4 . ADMINISTRATIVE : A . COMMITTEE REPORTS 1 . COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING COMMITTEE Relative to the review of the Comprehensive Plan in the South- east Quadrant , Commissioner Teegarden , Chairman , reported that the Committee had met twice since the last committee-of-the- whole meeting . However , a decision had not been made , inas- much as Commissioner Mola had been unable to attend due to his Renton Planning Commission • Public Meeting June 13 , 1979 Page Two military commitment . He advised that they meet again at 7 : 30 p . m. on June 20 , 1979 . 2 . ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Commissioner Hanis advised that the Committee had met to complete its review of the Comprehensive Plan for the West Hill , and a committee report would be presented later in the meeting . 3 . SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE Commissioner Schellert reported that the Committee had not met this month due to the absence of the Chairman ( on vacation ) . 4 . LIAISON COMMITTEE Commissioner Teegarden noted that the Liaison Committee had not met this month due to the absence of some of its members because of vacations . B. ELECTION OF OFFICERS It was decided to await the arrival of Commissioner Webb before proceeding with the election of officers . C. OTHER COMPREHENSIVE PLAN REVIEW - NORTHEAST QUADRANT A letter from Barry R. Hatch , 14321 S . E . 138th , Renton , directed to the Special Studies Committee of the Planning Commission relative to their review of the Comprehensive Plan in the Northeast Quadrant of the City was read into the record by the Vice-Chairman . Mr. Hatch noted that as the owner of two small parcels of land fronting on S . E . 128th Street , just east of Union Avenue N . E . , which is currently under consideration for annexation to the City , he is requesting that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to allow a neighborhood-type business for his property. He also asked for an opportunity to discuss the matter with the Committee . Following a brief discussion , IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY HANIS, THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED. 5 - WEST HILL AREA - COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING RECOMfENDATIONS Commissioner Webb arrived at 8 : 23 p . m. , noting that he had inadvertently been delayed due to some problems . Vice-Chairman Teegarden indicated that he was excusing himself from the West Hill review due to reasons previously stated and suggested that a temporary chairman be elected for this item only . He then called for nominations . IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY WEBB , SECONDED BY HANIS, THAT COMMISSIONER PORTER BE NOMINATED AS TEMPORARY CHAIRMAN . Following a brief discussion , IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY HANIS, SECONDED BY WEBB , THAT THE NOMINATIONS BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED. On the original question , MOTION CARRIED. Commissioner Teegarden excused himself from the meeting at 8 : 26 p . m. Renton Planning Commission Public Meeting June 13 , 1979 Page Three Acting Chairman Porter called for the committee report . Commissioner Hanis , Chairman of the Ordinance Development Committee , referred the Commission to their committee report which had been distributed earlier and noted a letter received this evening in oppo- sition from the West Hill Community Association . Discussion followed , and it was decided to first present the committee recommendation and letter for Commission consideration and then to allow an opportunity for public comment . Mr . Hanis then reviewed the Committee ' s recommendations concerning Comprehensive Plan land use designations and zoning classifications for the area . These are listed specifically as follows : 1 . Delete the medium density multiple land use designation on the Comprehensive Plan with the exception of a 200 foot depth strip adjacent to Taylor Avenue N . W . extending from Renton Avenue northerly to mid-block between N . W . Second Street and N . W . Second Place . 2 . The remainder of the block between N . W . Second Street and south of Second Place extending westerly from Taylor to Stevens be designated low density multiple family . 3 . The zoning for the medium and low density multiple family areas conform to the R-3 and R-2 zoning classifications , and all remaining areas of the West Hill Study Area be rezoned to SR-1 , Suburban Residence . The study area was pointed out on the map by Mr. Hanis , who noted the location of the proposed Lakeview Towers and the single family , low density and medium density multi -family areas . He contrasted the existing Comprehensive Plan and zoning designations with the proposed changes and discussed the Committee ' s reasoning for their recommendations . It was noted that the Committee had met with approxi - mately ten people from the community , at which this matter was con- sidered ; and they felt there was general consensus from the public . A letter dated June 11 , 1979 , and received this evening from Linnea D . Johnson , Secretary , the West Hill Community Association , 503 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , was read into the record . Ms . Johnson indicated the community association ' s opposition to the Committee ' s recommendation . as it is their contention that it can lead to the spread of multi -family development . To provide protection against further encroachment by multi - family dwellings , they believe the whole area north of Renton Avenue and west of Taylor Avenue should be designated as single family on the Comprehensive Plan and feel it is appropriate due to the pre- dominant single family use in the area , the general consensus of the population , geographical features , existing roadways , utilities , and current character of the area . Commissioner Hanis reviewed the Committee ' s rationale regarding their recommendation , indicating that it is their feeling that the designa- tions should be in agreement with planned development . However , they do not want it to be an excuse for the expansion of multi -family development . The Acting Chairman invited questions from the Commission regarding the report , but none were offered . The Planning Director advised that in the past powerline rights-of-way have been designated as greenbelts and recommended also that the steep ravine areas just north of Renton Avenue between Taylor Avenue and 84th Avenue South be designated as greenbelt . Discussion among the Commissioners ensued relative to the proximity of the proposed greenbelt to any multi - family zoning and appropriate uses for greenbelts . IT WAS THEN Renton Planning Commission Public Meeting June 13 , 1979 Page Four ACTION: MOVED BY HANIS, SECONDED BY WEBB, THAT THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE BE ADOPTED WITH THE EXCEPTION THAT THE GREENBELT AREA DOES NOT CONFLICT WITH THE MULTI-FAMILY AREAS, AND IT WAS PROPOSED TO BE ADDED AS ITEM NUMBER FOUR. MOTION CARRIED. At the request of the Acting Chairman , the Planning Director explained the next process in the procedure to change the Comprehen- sive Plan and zoning , noting that the Commission ' s recommendation is forwarded to the City Council at the earliest possible date . He advised that this was anticipated to be placed on the Council ' s June 25 , 1979 , agenda . The Council will then schedule a date for public input concerning the recommendation . Mr. Ericksen then responded to questions concerning building permits and submittal and review of construction plans . Comments from the audience then followed . Nancy Melcher , 304 N .W . 2nd , Renton , inquired regarding the status of the three pieces of property on the edge of the proposed Lakeview Towers site. She was advised regarding the existing and proposed Comprehensive Plan designations and zoning classifications and the kind of development that would be acceptable . She indicated her frustration regarding encroaching multi - family construction . Commissioner Webb , member of the Ordinance Development Committee , explained his thinking with regard to the Committee ' s recommenda- tion , indicating that it seemed to be the most equitable compromise and that it seemed to meet the approval of the people who attended the committee meeting . Jane Gavin , 265 Lind Avenue N . W . , indicated her feeling that the recommended changes would make their situation worse , noting that they provide for more multi -family than currently . Commissioner Hanis noted that the Commission was responding to a request from the Council to review the entire area and that he did not agree that the multi -family areas would be expanded if changed as recommended . Bill Gavin , 265 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted that at the May 31st public hearing only one or two people objected to all single family , but that is the way the rest of the residents - approximately three hundred - want to live . He stated that they aren ' t getting any representation from public officials representing their area due to their concerns regarding conflict of interest , and he ques- tioned the need for this concern . Acting Chairman Porter advised the audience that the minutes and comments would be submitted to the City Council along with the Planning Commission recommendation and that they would have another opportunity to be heard . It was also noted that there are rules regarding conflict of interest with which they try to abide. As there were no further audience comments offered , IT WAS MOVED BY SCHELLERT , SECONDED BY WARREN , THAT A RECESS BE DECLARED. MOTION CARRIED. A recess was declared at 9 : 00 p . m. The meeting was resumed at 9 : 12 p . m. with all members noted above in attendance . 6 . ELECTION OF OFFICERS It was noted that Commissioner Webb wished to be excused due to urgent personal business ; and , therefore , it was decided to conduct the election of officers for the year 1979-80 at this time. Also , it was noted that two members are expected to be unable to attend the July meeting due to vacation plans . The Vice-Chairman invited nominations for the position of Chairman . Renton Planning Commission Public Meeting June 13 , 1979 Page Five Commissioner Hanis was nominated by Commissioner Porter. IT WAS THEN MOVED BY SCHELLERT , SECONDED BY WEBB , THAT THE NOMINATIONS BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED . Commissioner Hanis was declared the Chairman . Nominations for Vice-Chairman were invited by the Vice-Chairman . Commissioner Schellert nominated Commissioner Porter . IT WAS THEN MOVED BY WEBB , SECONDED BY HANIS , THAT THE NOMINATIONS BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED. Commissioner Porter was declared Vice-Chairman . Nominations for Secretary were invited by Mr. Teegarden . Commissioner Webb nominated Commissioner Schellert . IT WAS THEN MOVED BY HANIS , SECONDED BY PORTER, THAT THE NOMINATIONS FOR SECRETARY BE CLOSED . MOTION CARRIED. Commissioner Schellert was declared Secretary . Vice-Chairman Teegarden announced the officers for the year 1979-80 as follows : CHAIRMAN - COMMISSIONER HANIS VICE-CHAIRMAN - COMMISSIONER PORTER SECRETARY - COMMISSIONER SCHELLERT Commissioner Webb left the meeting at this time , 9 : 17 p . m. 7 . NMASTLE PLANNING PROGRAf - PRESENTATION Commissioner Schellert introduced Mary Bundy from King County Division of Land Use Planning , who is here this evening to make a presentation relative to the County ' s study of the Newcastle Planning Area . She described the County ' s Comprehensive Plan and noted the division of unincorporated King County into thirteen planning areas . The process of preparation of land use plans for these areas was described . Slides were viewed of the existing land use map for the study area , and the composition of the community plans was noted . She described the makeup of the twenty-member citizens ' committee studying the area . Slides showing the diversity of the forty-square mile area were viewed . The product of the citizens ' committee is a recommendation to the King County Council . It is planned to present a proposed plan to the community by September and a proposed plan to the King County Council by the end of the year . Ms . Bundy then reviewed four land use alternatives being presented to the community for consideration in public meetings . Projected types of growth for various portions of the land use areas were described for each alternative proposal . A brochure entitled "Newcastle Com- munity Plan : Land Use Alternatives , " was distributed to the Commis- sion . She stressed that the County does not expect that a pure form of one of the alternatives will result , but instead there will be a combination of the best parts of each . The succeeding work and subjects to be addressed were then noted . Other efforts to communi - cate with the community and affected organizations and jurisdictions were noted . She then offered to respond to questions from the Com- mission . Ms . Bundy responded to questions regarding control or stimulation of the desired results called for in the various alternatives , effectu- ating the zoning that implements the Comprehensive Plan , park and recreational plans for the area , clustered housing , and the effect of trying to meet the Puget Sound Council of Governments 1990 forecast . Renton Planning Commission Public Meeting June 13 , 1979 Page Six 8 . PROPOSED NEW ZONING ORDINANCE The Vice-Chairman requested a review of the proposed new Zoning Ordi - nance by the Planning Director. Mr. Ericksen noted that the new Zoning Ordinance is an attempt to consolidate and update the Zoning Ordinance , including incorporation of some new residential and commercial zone categories , consolida- tion of codes and ordinances pertaining to development such as land- scaping requirements , bulk storage , parking and loading , planned unit development , sign requirements , the mobile home park ordinance , etc. He then briefly reviewed the general content of the ordinance and asked the Commissioners to initiate their study in preparation for later in-depth review. A brief discussion among the Commissioners followed in which it was noted that the Zoning Ordinance is an imple- menting tool to carry out the Policies Element of the Comprehensive Plan . OTHER Vice-Chairman Teegarden noted receipt of a letter dated June 7 , 1979 , from M. Myers of the South End Walkers Club , offering compl ments regarding the Cedar River Trail System. Mr. Teegarden then gave a progress report relative to the current development and anticipated completion of the Trail system. As there was no other business before the Commission , IT WAS MOVED BY SCHELLERT , SECONDED BY HANIS , THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED . MOTION CARRIED . The meeting was adjourned at 10 : 15 p . m. Clark Teegarden , Vice-Chairman Sanford Webb , Acting Secretary RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING JUNE 13, 1979 MINUTES COR,PIISSION MEMBERS PRESENT : Michael Hanis , Michael Porter , Barbara Schel - lert , Clark Teegarden , Anita Warren , Sanford Webb . COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT : Thomas Buckingham , Anthone Mola , Joan Walker . CITY OFFICIALS PRESENT : George Perry , Councilman . CITY STAFF PRESENT : Gordon Ericksen , Planning Director ; Willis Roberts , Recording Secretary . 1 . CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 8 : 03 p . m. by Vice-Chairman Teegarden , who welcomed the audience to the June public meeting of the Renton Plan- ning Commission . a • ROLL CALL was taken by the Recording Secretary . All members responded present with the exception of Commissioners Buckingham ( called out of town ) , Mola ( on military reserve duty) , Walker ( on vacation ) , and Webb ( expected to arrive later) . IT WAS THEN ACTION : MOVED BY HANIS , SECONDED BY PORTER, THAT THE ABSENT MEMBERS BE EXCUSED. MOTION CARRIED. 3 • APPROVAL OF MINUTES : The Vice- Chairman called for additions or corrections to the minutes of May 9 , 1979 . Noting none , they were declared approved as written . Additions or corrections to the minutes of the meeting of May 23 , 1979 , were invited by Mr . Teegarden . On page one , in the first sentence of the first paragraph under "Administrative , " Mr . Teegarden noted the duplication of the word " process . " In addition he requested that the first paragraph under "Other" on page 8 be deleted , as it implied that he was present , when he had been excused from the meeting earlier . IT WAS THEN ACTION : MOVED BY HANIS, SECONDED BY SCHELLERT, TO ACCEPT THE MINUTES AS COR- RECTED. MOTION CARRIED. Noting the scheduling of the report on the West Hill Area by the Ordinance Development Committee next on the agenda , Vice-Chairman Teegarden explained , for the benefit of the audience , that he had been excused from the public hearing review on May 23 , 1979 , and for the same reasons that he had pre- sented at that meeting , he was excusing himself from the meeting regarding this matter . However , it was noted that Commissioner Webb had yet to arrive ; and , therefore , a quorum would not be represented . Therefore , the Commission proceeded to the administrative matters before the Commission . 4 • ADMINISTRATIVE : A. COMMITTEE REPORTS 1 . COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING COMMITTEE Relative to the review of the Comprehensive Plan in the South- east Quadrant , Commissioner Teegarden , Chairman , reported that the Committee had met twice since the last committee-of-the- whole meeting . However , a decision had not been made , inas- much as Commissioner Mola had been unable to attend due to his Renton Planning Commission Public Meeting June 13 , 1979 Page Two military commitment . He advised that they meet again at 7 : 30 p . m. on June 20 , 1979 . 2 . ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMP•1ITTEE Commissioner Hanis advised that the Committee had met to complete its review of the Comprehensive Plan for the West Hill , and a committee report would be presented later in the meeting . 3 . SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE Commissioner Schellert reported that the Committee had not met this month due to the absence of the Chairman ( on vacation ) . 4. LIAISON COMMITTEE Commissioner Teegarden noted that the Liaison Committee had not met this month due to the absence of some of its members because of vacations . B . ELECTION OF OFFICERS It was decided to await the arrival of Commissioner Webb before proceeding with the election of officers . C. OTHER COMPREHENSIVE PLAN REVIEW - NORTHEAST QUADRANT A letter from Barry R. Hatch , 14321 S . E . 138th , Renton , directed to the Special Studies Committee of the Planning Commission relative to their review of the Comprehensive Plan in the Northeast Quadrant of the City was read into the record by the Vice-Chairman . Mr. Hatch noted that as the owner of two small parcels of land fronting on S . E . 128th Street , just east of Union Avenue N . E . , which is currently under consideration for annexation to the City , he is requesting that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to allow a neighborhood-type business for his property. He also asked for an opportunity to discuss the matter with the Committee . Following a brief discussion , IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY HANIS, THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED. 5 - WEST HILL AREA - COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING RECOMMENDATIONS Commissioner Webb arrived at 8 : 23 p . m. , noting that he had inadvertently been delayed due to some problems . Vice-Chairman Teegarden indicated that he was excusing himself from the West Hill review due to reasons previously stated and suggested that a temporary chairman be elected for this item only . He then called for nominations . IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY WEBB , SECONDED BY HANIS, THAT COMMISSIONER PORTER BE NOMINATED AS TEMPORARY CHAIRMAN . Following a brief discussion , IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY HANIS, SECONDED BY WEBB , THAT THE NOMINATIONS BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED. On the original question , MOTION CARRIED. Commissioner Teegarden excused himself from the meeting at 8 : 26 p . m. 'Renton Planning Commission Public Meeting June 13 , 1979 Page Three Acting Chairman Porter called for the committee report . Commissioner Hanis , Chairman of the Ordinance Development Committee , referred the Commission to their committee report which had been distributed earlier and noted a letter received this evening in oppo- sition from the West Hill Community Association . Discussion followed , and it was decided to first present the committee recommendation and letter for Commission consideration and then to allow an opportunity for public comment . Mr . Hanis then reviewed the Committee ' s recommendations concerning Comprehensive Plan land use designations and zoning classifications for the area . These are listed specifically as follows : 1 . Delete the medium density multiple land use designation on the Comprehensive Plan with the exception of a 200 foot depth strip adjacent to Taylor Avenue N . W . extending from Renton Avenue northerly to mid-block between N . W . Second Street and N . W . Second Place . 2 . The remainder of the block between N . W . Second Street and south of Second Place extending westerly from Taylor to Stevens be designated low density multiple family . 3 . The zoning for the medium and low density multiple family areas conform to the R-3 and R- 2 zoning classifications , and all remaining areas of the West Hill Study Area be rezoned to SR-1 , Suburban Residence . The study area was pointed out on the map by Mr. Hanis , who noted the location of the proposed Lakeview Towers and the single family , low density and medium density multi -family areas . He contrasted the existing Comprehensive Plan and zoning designations with the proposed changes and discussed the Committee ' s reasoning for their recommendations . It was noted that the Committee had met with approxi - mately ten people from the community , at which this matter was con- sidered ; and they felt there was general consensus from the public . A letter dated June 11 , 1979 , and received this evening from Linnea D . Johnson , Secretary , the West Hill Community Association , 503 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , was read into the record . Ms . Johnson indicated the community association ' s opposition to the Committee ' s recommendation , as it is their contention that it can lead to the spread of multi -family development . To provide protection against further encroachment by multi -family dwellings , they believe the whole area north of Renton Avenue and west of Taylor Avenue should be designated as single family on the Comprehensive Plan and feel it is appropriate due to the pre- dominant single family use in the area , the general consensus of the population , geographical features , existing roadways , utilities , and current character of the area . Commissioner Hanis reviewed the Committee ' s rationale regarding their recommendation , indicating that it is their feeling that the designa- tions should be in agreement with planned development . However , they do not want it to be an excuse for the expansion of multi -family development . The Acting Chairman invited questions from the Commission regarding the report , but none were offered . The Planning Director advised that in the past powerline rights-of-way have been designated as greenbelts and recommended also that the steep ravine areas just north of Renton Avenue between Taylor Avenue and 84th Avenue South be designated as greenbelt . Discussion among the Commissioners ensued relative to the proximity of the proposed greenbelt to any multi - family zoning and appropriate uses for greenbelts . IT WAS THEN Renton Planning Commission Public Meeting June 13 , 1979 Page Four ACTION: MOVED BY HANIS, SECONDED BY WEBB, THAT THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE BE ADOPTED WITH THE EXCEPTION THAT THE GREENBELT AREA DOES NOT CONFLICT WITH THE MULTI-FAMILY AREAS, AND IT WAS PROPOSED TO BE ADDED AS ITEM NUMBER FOUR. MOTION CARRIED. At the request of the Acting Chairman , the Planning Director explained the next process in the procedure to change the Comprehen- sive Plan and zoning , noting that the Commission ' s recommendation is forwarded to the City Council at the earliest possible date . He advised that this was anticipated to be placed on the Council ' s June 25 , 1979 , agenda . The Council will then schedule a date for public input concerning the recommendation . Mr. Ericksen then responded to questions concerning building permits and submittal and review of construction plans . Comments from the audience then followed . Nancy Melcher , 304 N .W . 2nd , Renton , inquired regarding the status of the three pieces of property on the edge of the proposed Lakeview Towers site. She was advised regarding the existing and proposed Comprehensive Plan designations and zoning classifications and the kind of development that would be acceptable . She indicated her frustration regarding encroaching multi -family construction . Commissioner Webb , member of the Ordinance Development Committee , explained his thinking with regard to the Committee ' s recommenda- tion , indicating that it seemed to be the most equitable compromise and that it seemed to meet the approval of the people who attended the committee meeting . Jane Gavin , 265 Lind Avenue N . W . , indicated her feeling that the recommended changes would make their situation worse , noting that they provide for more multi -family than currently. Commissioner Hanis noted that the Commission was responding to a request from the Council to review the entire area and that he did not agree that the multi -family areas would be expanded if changed as recommended . Bill Gavin , 265 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted that at the May 31st public hearing only one or two people objected to all single family , but that is the way the rest of the residents - approximately three hundred - want to live . He stated that they aren ' t getting any representation from public officials representing their area due to their concerns regarding conflict of interest , and he ques- tioned the need for this concern . Acting Chairman Porter advised the audience that the minutes and comments would be submitted to the City Council along with the Planning Commission recommendation and that they would have another opportunity to be heard . It was also noted that there are rules regarding conflict of interest with which they try to abide. As there were no further audience comments offered , IT WAS MOVED BY SCHELLERT , SECONDED BY WARREN , THAT A RECESS BE DECLARED. MOTION CARRIED. A recess was declared at 9 :00 p . m. The meeting was resumed at 9 : 12 p . m. with all members noted above in attendance . 6 • ELECTION OF OFFICERS It was noted that Commissioner Webb wished to be excused due to urgent personal business ; and , therefore , it was decided to conduct the election of officers for the year 1979-80 at this time . Also , it was noted that two members are expected to be unable to attend the July meeting due to vacation plans . The Vice-Chairman invited nominations for the position of Chairman . ' Renton Planning Commission Public Meeting June 13 , 1979 Page Five i Commissioner Hanis was nominated by Commissioner Porter. IT WAS THEN MOVED BY SCHELLERT , SECONDED BY WEBB , THAT THE NOMINATIONS BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED . Commissioner Hanis was declared the Chairman . Nominations for Vice-Chairman were invited by the Vice-Chairman . Commissioner Schellert nominated Commissioner Porter. IT WAS THEN MOVED BY WEBB , SECONDED BY HANIS , THAT THE NOMINATIONS BE CLOSED. MOTION CARRIED. Commissioner Porter was declared Vice- Chairman . Nominations for Secretary were invited by Mr. Teegarden . Commissioner Webb nominated Commissioner Schellert . IT WAS THEN MOVED BY HANIS , SECONDED BY PORTER, THAT THE NOMINATIONS FOR SECRETARY BE CLOSED . MOTION CARRIED. Commissioner Schellert was declared Secretary . Vice-Chairman Teegarden announced the officers for the year 1979-80 as follows : CHAIRMAN - COMMISSIONER HANIS VICE-CHAIRMAN - COMMISSIONER PORTER SECRETARY - COMMISSIONER SCHELLERT Commissioner Webb left the meeting at this time , 9 : 17 p . m. 7 - NEWCASTLE PLANNING PROGRAI'i - PRESENTATION Commissioner Schellert introduced Mary Bundy from King County Division of Land Use Planning , who is here this evening to make a presentation relative to the County ' s study of the Newcastle Planning Area . She described the County ' s Comprehensive Plan and noted the division of unincorporated King County into thirteen planning areas . The process of preparation of land use plans for these areas was described . Slides were viewed of the existing land use map for the study area , and the composition of the community plans was noted . She described the makeup of the twenty-member citizens ' committee studying the area . Slides showing the diversity of the forty-square mile area were viewed . The product of the citizens ' committee is a recommendation to the King County Council . It is planned to present a proposed plan to the community by September and a proposed plan to the King County Council by the end of the year . Ms . Bundy then reviewed four land use alternatives being presented to the community for consideration in public meetings . Projected types of growth for various portions of the land use areas were described for each alternative proposal . A brochure entitled "Newcastle Com- munity Plan : Land Use Alternatives , " was distributed to the Commis- sion . She stressed that the County does not expect that a pure form of one of the alternatives will result , but instead there will be a combination of the best parts of each . The succeeding work and subjects to be addressed were then noted . Other efforts to communi - cate with the community and affected organizations and jurisdictions were noted . She then offered to respond to questions from the Com- mission . Ms . Bundy responded to questions regarding control or stimulation of the desired results called for in the various alternatives , effectu- ating the zoning that implements the Comprehensive Plan , park and recreational plans for the area , clustered housing , and the effect of trying to meet the Puget Sound Council of Governments 1990 forecast . Renton Planning Commission Public Meeting June 13 , 1979 Page Six 8- PROPOSED NEW ZONING ORDINANCE The Vice-Chairman requested a review of the proposed new Zoning Ordi - nance by the Planning Director. Mr. Ericksen noted that the new Zoning Ordinance is an attempt to consolidate and update the Zoning Ordinance, including incorporation of some new residential and commercial zone categories , consolida- tion of codes and ordinances pertaining to development such as land- scaping requirements , bulk storage , parking and loading , planned unit development , sign requirements , the mobile home park ordinance , etc . He then briefly reviewed the general content of the ordinance and asked the Commissioners to initiate their study in preparation for later in-depth review. A brief discussion among the Commissioners followed in which it was noted that the Zoning Ordinance is an imple- menting tool to carry out the Policies Element of the Comprehensive Plan . OTHER Vice-Chairman Teegarden noted receipt of a letter dated June 7 , 1979 , from M. Myers of the South End Walkers Club , offering compl ments regarding the Cedar River Trail System. Mr. Teegarden then gave a progress report relative to the current development and anticipated completion of the Trail system. As there was no other business before the Commission , IT WAS MOVED BY SCHELLERT , SECONDED BY HANIS , THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED . MOTION CARRIED . The meeting was adjourned at 10 : 15 p . m. Clark Teegarden , Vice-Chairman Sanford Webb , Acting Secretary e 74,ro/ Li/'rC,1i .27.f. ' apartments yrw oaLakee en nplanners power line right-of-way and the land Ordinance committee chairman staff, which recommended the en- construction in the area will have nton, Bellvue and Issaquah officials By SUE BLUMENTHAL alongRenton Avenue. Mike Hanis defended the multiple tire area be zoned for single-family another chance to express their to plan future development of the � the mattergoes be- land, which is located between the Staff Reporter The commission's recommenda- family zoning. residential use. opinions when The Renton Planning Commission tion to allow medium and low-densi- "We felt it is what it is and to Residents of West Hill organized fore the city council. The council three communities. last night voted to recommend sing- ty housing on the land intended for pretend it (Lakeview Towers) isn't in opposition to multiple-family must hold a public hearing on the The county plans to present a le-family zoning for most of West the towers and the property next to it there wouldn't make sense,we don't housing construction after Lakeview issue before voting on future zoning P comity r y tplanizen thine N e acastle le Hill except the property intended for made the six or seven West Hill want additional multiple-family con- Towers applied for its building per- for West Hill. the controversial Lakeview Towers residents attending the meeting struction to happen, but we didn't mit. Their action came too late to In other business Wednesday September. condominiums and an adjoining unhappy. want to zone the land pretending stop Lakeview Towers,however,as night, the planning commission The commission also elected new piece of property to the southeast of "With more multiple family zon- Lakeview Towers is not there." the land already was zoned for heard a report on the Newcastle officers: Mike Hanis is the new the Lakeview Towers land. 'ng," said Jane Gavin, "you're not The planning commission's vote multiple family units. Community Plan. The King County chairman; Mike Porter, the new The commission also voted to re- correcting our situation,you're mak- went against the recommendation West Hill residents who oppose Division of Planning and Community vice-chairman; and Barbara Schel- commend green belt zoning for tl)e ing it worse." made by the Planning Department further apartment or condominium Development is working with Re- lert, the new secretary. 11 ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE COMMITTEE REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 13 , 1979 RE : WEST HILL STUDY AREA The Committee has reviewed the testimony presented at the Planning Commission public hearing of May 23 , 1979 , and considered the staff report (copy attached ) regarding this study area . The Committee concludes the following : 1 . Development of the Lakeview Towers will have an impact upon the adjacent neighborhood area , and any action by the Planning Commission should consider this development . 2 . Although currently inadequate or marginal , future develop- ment of roads , access , and utilities will be provided to serve the multiple family development . 3 . The existing multiple family development along Taylor Avenue N . W. , suggests that a strip of medium density multiple adjacent to Taylor Avenue is appropriate . 4. A transition/buffer between multiple family development and the single family uses to the north and west , suggests that an area of low density multiple should be considered . 5 . The current variety of single family zoning classifications in this area are out of place and for the most part in conflict with the existing development of the area . A consolidation of the single family zones into one classification will remove i. the inconsistency and provide for a logical development of the area . Ordinance Development Committee Committee Report to the Planning Commission West Hill Study Area June 13 , 1979 Page Two The Ordinance Development Committee recommends to the Planning Commission the following : 1 . Delete the medium density multiple land use designation on the Comprehensive Plan with the exception of a 200 foot depth strip adjlcent to Taylor Avenue N . W . extending from Renton Avenue northerly to mid-block between N . W . Second Street and N . W . Second Place . (Note : Proposed Land Use Map ) 2 . The remainder of the block between N . W . Second Street and south of Second Place extending westerly from Taylor to Stevens be deisgnated low density multiple family . 3 . The zoning for the medium and low density multiple family areas conform to the R-3 and R-2 zoning classifications , and all remaining areas of the West Hill Study Area be rezoned to SR- 1 , Suburban Residence . 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' •...:*)...:e V, 4 , ..b. . ..4..,1, •• ,, • i' , NY t •;.e .• ' • -A e \ , , ..4• - Renton City Limit West Hill Study Area Boundary— WEST HILL HILL STUDY Map #2 Ordinanace Development Committee Recommendation : Proposed Zoning Classifications II SR- 1 Suburban Residence (Single Family Residential ) L-- -- : ..:. R 2 Low Density Multiple Family Residential •••••••:••••::::::::::3 R- 3 Medium Density Multiple Family Residential ........., •••••• . PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 WEST HILL STUDY ; COMPREHENSIY fLAA AND zONINc_ A. SUMMARY AND PURPOSE OF REQUEST; At the request of the City Council , the Planning Commission is reviewing the Comprehensive Plan and zoning for the West Hill area generally bounded by Renton Avenue , 84th Avenue South , N . W . 5th Place , Stevens Avenue N . W. and Taylor Place and Avenue N . W . ( Location map attached . ) The Planning Commission is to prepare recommendations to amend either the Comprehensive Plan or zoning as may be necessary . o. GENERAL INFORMATION : 1 . Location : North of Renton Avenue extension between Taylor Place and Avenue to the City Limit 2 . Size of Property : 110± Acres 3 . Access : Renton Avenue , Taylor Place and Avenue . 84th Avenue South 4 . Existing Zoning : G , G-6000 , G-7200 General Classification ; R-1 and S- 1 Single Family ; R-3 Medium Density Multiple Family ; R-4 High Density Multiple Family 5 . Existing Zoning in the Area : Same plus R-2 Low Density Multiple ; SR- 1 Suburban Residence ; B- 1 Business 6 . Comprehensive Land Use Plan : Single Family and Medium Density Multiple Family 7 . Notification : The applicant was notified in writing of the hearing date . Notice was properly published in the Record Chronicle on May 13 , 1979 and posted in three places on or near the site as required by City -Ordinance on May 13 , 1979 . C. HISTORY/BACKGROUND: The portion of the area east of Stevens Avenue N . W . was a part of the original City Limits . Areas west of Stevens Avenue N .W . were annexed in 1953 , 1958 , 1966 and 1977 . The core of S- 1 and R- 1 zoning has existed since the Zoning Ordinance adoption in 1958. Rezonings to R-3 occurred in 1963 and 1967 . A rezone to R-4 also occurred in 1967 . The Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 1965 and designated approximately two-thirds of the hill area as multiple family , which was refined by a Comprehensive Plan amendment in 1968 showing primarily single family use with approximately 20 acres of Medium Density Multiple Family between N .W . 2nd ( S . 132nd Street) and Renton Avenue . O. PHYSICAL_BACKGROUND: 1 . Topography : The site is primarily the east facing slope of the Ridge overlooking Renton . Slopes on about 3/4 of the area area in the 25% range sloping from west to east . The westerly 1 /4 of the area is the plateau above with only gentle slopes . PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 PAGE TWO 2 . Soils : Soils are generally of the Alderwood and Beausite series which are potentially suitable for urban development , with some restrictions in certain areas . Detailed on-site review may be necessary within specific developments . 3 . Vegetation : Tree cover is essentially deciduous with under- growth of grass and brush in vacant parcels . Landscaped areas occur in most developed parcels . 4 . Wildlife : Vacant areas probably provide habitat for birds and small mammals . 5 . Water : Due to the steep slopes the site is adequately drained , with small watercourses near Renton Avenue and NW 6th . 6 . Land Use : Developed land uses are almost exclusively single family . Perhaps half of the area is undeveloped , with one small apartment complex and a developing church parking lot . E, PUBLIC SERVICES : 1 . Water and Sewer : The primary water service by a 10" main on Taylor Avenue N . W . with 6" and 8" local service lines . All developed areas are served by 8" sanitary sewers in each street . 2 . Schools : Skyway and Bryn Mawr Elementary Schools are north and south of the area along with Dimmitt Junior High . Earlington Elementary is to the south , and Renton High to the east . 3 . Recreation : No formal recreation exists within the area although Earlington Park and the schools would provide recreational opportunities . F , APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE ZONING CODE : 1 . G , General Classification . 2 . R- 1 , S- 1 Single Family 3 . SR- 1 , Suburban Residence 4 . R- 3 Medium Density Multiple Family 5 . R-4 , High Density Multiple G, APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OR OTHER OFELCIA.L CITY DOCUMENT : 1 . Land Use Report , 1965 . H . IMPACT ON THE NATURAL OR HUMAN ENVIRONMENT : 1 . Natural Systems : Development of the area will disturb vegetation , soils and slopes , increase traffic , noise and air pollution . Lower densities will have less impact . Most adverse impacts should be able to be mitigated through proper design . 2 . Population/Employment : The following is a comparison of the current Comprehensive Plan vs . a Comprehensive Plan envisioning only single family : CURRENT Single Family 90 acres (4/ac) 360 Units 1 ,260 persons Medium Density 20 acres (20/ac) 400 Units 1 ,000 persons 760 Units 2,260 persons ALL SINGLE FAMILY Single Family 110 acres (4/ac) 440 Units 1 ,540 persons PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 PAGE THREE 3 . Schools : The following is similar to the above comparing students : CURRENT Single Family 360 Units (0.5) 180 Students Medium Density 400 Units (0.25) 100 Students 280 Students ALL SINGLE FAMILY Single Family 440 Units (0.5) 220 Students 4 . Traffic : The following is a comparison of traffic impacts : CURRENT Single Family 360 Units 3600 ADT Medium Density 400 Units 2400 ADT 6000 ADT ALL SINGLE FAMILY Single Family 440 Units 4000 ADT Assuming an equal east/west split (east to Rainier and west to Renton Avenue ) , the following impacts can be expected : Current ADT Impact of Current Plan Impact of Single Family Plan Rainier Ave. 18,000 +16% +12% Renton Ave. 28,000 +11% +8% I . ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT/THRESHOLD DETERMINATION : Pursuant to the City of Renton ' s Environmental Ordinance and the State Environmental Policy Act of 1971 , as amended , RCW 43-21C , a declaration of non-significant impact has been prepared for the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and rezoning only based upon reduction in density reducing adverse environmental impacts of future development . J . PLANNING DEPARLMEN ANAL1 I S : 1 . The area consists of 110 acres of which 70 acres are currently within the City Limits . The current Comprehensive Plan designates 90 acres for single family and 20 acres for medium density multiple . Current zoning within the city limits indicates 65 acres of single family , 3 acres of medium density multiple famil and 2 acres of high density multiple family . One 1 /4 acre R-3 zoned parcel is developed . About one-half of the single family zoning is developed . 2 . The 20 acres of multiple family designated between Renton Avenue and N . W . 2nd is on the steep slopes of one of the creeks draining this area . 3 . Adopting an all single family Comprehensive Plan as opposed to maintaining the current Comprehensive Plan would reduce traffic impacts by 1600 ADT (25%) , reduce the number of students by 60 ( 18% ) , and reduce population by 720 ( 33%) . 4 . Rezoning of the current R-4 and R-3 zoned parcels will potential y reduce the population , school and traffic impacts , although the Lakeview Towers proposal would be unaffected if constructed under the pending building permit . The actual reductions are , therefore , negligible . PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 PAGE FOUR 5 . The current array of single family zoning classifications do not adequately or accurately reflect existing conditions within the area . Rezoning of all single family area to a unified classification such as SR- 1 would eliminate confusion and ambiguities in the area . K. DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATIONS : Based upon the foregoing analysis , it is recommended that : 1 . The Comprehensive Plan be revised to reflect single family residential uses for the study area with the exception of approximately one acre adjacent to Taylor Avenue N .W . at the intersection of N . W . 2nd . 2. Rezone the West Hill area in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan . SR- 1 ( 7500 square feet ) is recommended for single family designated areas . • PROPOSED/FINAL DECLARATION OF SIGNIFICANCE/NONE SIGNIFICANCE West Hill Comprehensive Plan Application No . Review/Referral ^ ❑ PROPOSED Declaration Environmental Checklist No . ECF-469-79 XX FINAL Declaration Description of proposal West Hill Comprehensive Plan Review Proponent CITY OF RENTON Location of Proposal North of Renton Ave extension between Taylor Place and Ave to the fity Limit! Lead Agency CITY OF RENTON PLANNING DEPT . This proposal has been determined to 0 have ® not have a significant adverse impact upon the environment . An EIS ❑ is ® is not required under RCW 43 . 21C . 030 (2 ) (c ) . This decision was made after review by the lead agency of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency . non Reasons for declaration of environmental /significance : A declaration of non-significant impact has been prepared for the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and rezoning only based upon reduction in density reducing adverse environmental impacts of future development. Measures , if any , that could be taken to prevent or mitigate the environmental impacts to such an extent that the lead agency riould withdraw its declaration of significance and issue a ( proposed/final ) declaration of non- significance : Responsible Official GORDON Y . ERICKSEN Title PLANNI DII TOR /� AOK Date MAY 31 , 1979 Signature „ /A6A .,� Li rirr� City of Renton Planning Department 5-76 _ ^ ST wr "AACOL W. 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I. 132ND ST ! i r ` ter,:cu�.r.....^•:.. r,a-'-u:_ar.,r..--_J-- =ssma.:�a...E•arve'' , . — Os t• , '.t "1�Y 'X 1 ,<1: .C:; \ ., . r-> Renton City Limit West Hill Study Area Boundary WEST HILL STUDY Exhibit #2 Planning Department Recommendation : Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designations Medium Density Mulitple Family Reisdential Single Family Residential , . �1211,31 ST ST !-Z. f dp 12 PL NW 4T NW 3RD we coo 147 tq if 5 West Hill Study Area Boundary _W_E_5_T H_I_L_L S_T_U_D_Y_ Exhibit #3 Planning Department Recommendation : - Proposed Zoning Classifications SR- 1 Suburban Residence District ( Single Family Residential ) R- 3 Medium Density Multiple Family Residential II 503 Seneca Avenue Noathweet %Renton, l iiaAluncntvn 98055 r iwte 11, 1979 Ma. ,l chae.L flani , C/ Livnan Oadinance development Committee Renton P4 iv tng. Con.mi44.i.vn Ill City o f i?en on Renton, GUa4/u ngton 98055 Deaa !'1a. fluni..&: T he WeAt gill Community A44v ciation .cam cvnce.zned 6 a out the aecvnvnend at..i.vn the (.ordinance Zkvelopment ornna�t.tee w.t..LL ae.�en..t to the Pl anning vrnini� ' �, •�.t.vn III on WedneAaary, dune 13, ae�.a�uLin. . .the Com aehen.i.ve Plan and sortie, `va the WeAt Hill anea. St Li owl. be-Lie! .that .6 aecornmenaru.ion, .4 accepted, can .Lead to .the Apaead vit multi- ni ; deve.Lo�oment on oui. h,i tA.ide. The ba4i..4 Pa vua appaehenAi.onA conceaning th.i_4 aecommendat.i.on .i..} the I/ea Ling (. ,cam neaz'4 ae.Liance upon the om aehenAi.ve Plan when conAi.deaing application Pa ae3vne4. The .Lirte4 �dividin�C, dirleitent c_LaA.ii(i.ca ti.nn.i 1 on the ompaehen4I.ve Plan aae f Lex i..6.Le, making .�t po44.i.6.Le .to expaiu a c,LaA4.i fica.t on to include 4uaavunding aoreaA. Theae .oae the Neaitdng. 1 ,xam.inea may conAidea the ap eaaance o f any multi- • y cLaA.�.i. .cati_on i1 on the we4t .fide o f 1 a1Joa Avenue a4 f'u-4-til ..cat,i ion Pa Ouch epanALon and 1 .�v appav ve ore j�,.vnee �va additi vna.L mu(tt -tom"""-tip c�eve Lvpmen t. "Tn. oitdea tv p'wvuae the (iie4t fli l iteAidentA 4vme pavteciLon aiatnA.t Pathea enclwach- ment by multi- m:1 dwe.l in , we be.LLeve (met,who-le aae noath of Renton.Avenue and weAt o 1 7ay.Lo a Avenue 4hvu.Ld be de4i nnated a4 e- a izi-Ly on .the Lvmpaehen.ALve Plan. ConAid the .�teep' te'vtain, the inadequateaoadway4, the ppaedomtnant 4i e i amity u4e oil the aaea, and the geneaa.L 1 cvn4en4u4 v r the population,i vn, we ree L that the t rtLe- aini L d e.�un 1 i.4 the coaaect deAignation v,c. .the t"e4.4 N.al. St .i4 vua undezzAtanding that the Compaeh.en4i_ve Plan .L4 cCeve.Lvped ilia4i I and that the sorting ..4 then deteiwzined in accoadance with the Compaehenzive ',I Plan. flowevea, at the meeting on 'lay 31, youa committee dial the op.-o4i e, iliaAt de,tenntining, what the' thought ini be acceotablejotting, an2 then changing the Compaehen ive Plan to aer�Lec.t that jo . al itqueAt that ,the commLttee bacn to the beginning and develop a omoaehenALve Plan which i., baAed�u� /p�on the paopea caltenia-- .eo,LoLca.L ea.tun.e4, exirati.ngr, 1 ava :xa14, uti-Laie4, cua i ent ;hu,zacte< o the aitea, etc. --not. upon a oae- deteaintned� 3�von.in plan. :it L.i a.LAo OWL' undeaAtan�LLng that the Compfehen4.ive Plan 4hvu,Cd"dea.. with g,enerta_L aaeaA, not individual oavoeati.e4. I heae(vae ! we ore eAt that no one paopeat t ov ea be given 4peci.al 'con4i.denation ini thtA cee.teivn nat.ivn. ,I li it l Ii 11 It !I 111it.. Michael 11ani o Page 2 tune 11, 11,79 At the meeting on May 31, yowt committee 4eemed .to be in azt.eemen.t with. i . n a the (1e,:t Hill at .the ae4en t time the �.en. e c�� cat,e.w , but .i.n.c[r ca ed a - JJ C.I.�4iitica ion m4A.t be aopavoaiate il a( ea the deve oFvnen t 4 Lakeview l owea4. Llle w.i_zh to_poiat old that even with the goad .unpawvemento aequia.ed 4 Lakeview l oweito--widen.cng 11 the aing.le-,Lane ` o ooation Lind Avenue .to .twent, o� ?Let, and p awv.edtng cuab4, gutteao, zi.dewa1h4 and oaviruy on one-ha.4. Noa.tftwe4.t Second Stneei and iVonJnlve4.t Second !.ace--the4e aaculway4 will 4t i..Ll be below 11 minimum 4ianda d and inadequate Pa the tna%i..c geneaaied by the piwyect. /heae ode, juIzi/tea multi-,Cimily development will be no mode appa.opai.ate .then than .c..t LA now. At the May J1 meeting the com a.tee a-lLo 4eemed .to have aL%icu.Lt acceot- ng .the Planning deoaatment'4 aecommendati.on /oa SR-1 �.oning on .e e 9Aouncle that .i..t wou..Ld not took aign t to have a condominium in an aaea de i.e gnaied a.a n e-Pm i_lg on the piling map.! Yetthi4 .tom exactly what ha.o a.11t.ead y been done with the 4Lte oc ttte cona.om.iru.wn on Renton 11.i..Ll. ( e do resit .eee any tuiwze conflict with i Li4 honing, a4 we believe the L.se condnminwn4 will be aecogne.* Pa what .they aae--unconi_ao LLable exampJe4 4 old 3oning. 11 Finally, the membea4 4 .the con Glee indicated that they had &Liven £k wu h • the WeA.t NL.LL uaea. :io e4 thi.4 mean .they da.ove thaough on l ar aoa did .they dave on -the oth .LL?ea aoad4 a� we Noi until you have actuaLly ditiven on Noa hwe'i Second Stheei Noathwe4i Second Place, Lind Avenue and attempted Av- enue, and a .l'e i turn. at. l ayloa Place and Steven Avenue between. 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. can you Pity undea.e.tand owi concean4 about _the .i.ncaeaaed .ta�- is that will be yenea.ated by any adds tiona,L multi4ami.ly development the leutuae. We v .that a. .2 paati involved da.ive an o n a.LL 0 eel � 4 i.rnoei at`i w'. 20adA be sae mah ng any deci4ion4 aegalul n.g .the %fie i.t 11i.,1-1. On view o ' all o 1L .the above, we a4k .that the O LLnance Development Comi Lae_e withdaaw .i.t� pae4eni aecornmendation .tw the Plamn.ing Commi44Lon. Sincea.e.ly yowu►, y ` Z J-kt2f , "C 1941 G.-0 z r Linnea 1). �oAon, Secnetaa 11TICt;h Jl h�. MA COlk/V.97g AS.SQ,:7;'l,7ON Copy: Lkcvi.d Clemen4, Seni_oa Planned Community groups organizing • Friday, June 1, 1979 Record-Chronicle - Section A - Page 2 Neighborhoods seek landcruse info network • . ...._ homeowners' association. A repre- '-"_ "' " By GREG ANDERSON sentative of the Kennydale Corn- ` City Editor - _ munity Club also may attend. Almost frantic construction activi- Under Mrs. Keolker's Ieadership, ty in Renton and a spate of land-use the Renton Hill group successfully • controversies arising from that has fought construction of more - •` growth in the past couple years has apartment complexes and con- _ e- s :` prompted a move toward establish- dominiums on the hill. The group ., ing an"information network"among also succeeded in getting a � r' s g Portion of �.!;;ra � �-, �4 �. �.� ,�. homeowner associations in the city. the hill dowazoned from multi fami- l ' �! ! j" ��.�` '` 6-'--� r - . ' Kathy Keolker, president of the ly residential to single-family resi- r 4 b,�_,• --- l:� ''� ,� `, . r t3,. well organized Renton Hill Commun- dential. r- -- __- - ' .a., ity Association, is conducting a An interest,an Idea E '= - „,,;z a `s ,.� s 4: -S' ` �,,•= I./;- r.If. �. ._ - meeting Saturday, June 9, at which That success has brought anumb- k>r►�� ,.,��..e.?�!�� A+� '�,. �� a..� ,�,�, �. - *..,.:Ir.* .- � � - �.� - �leaders from the city's other er of calls from citizens throughout .,,. I * •homeowners' associations will dis the city seeking help in understand- "jl,'�• `� Scuss firs. Keolker's idea.The meet- ing Renton's lard-use procedures. 11 .�'SF- ving will be conducted from 10:30 a.m. "It was that interest which made .-,,-+," `-,1 •+ to noon at the downtown Renton me decide to call the other homeown +-� X �.i� "'- ► Library. ers' associations and see if we have t� - , • �_ 4`* 4,1� .-` '+ . - 0 / •� ',, �;0� Organizations which have indi any common ground," she said r w �';e* ''_ r• 1 ' cated to Mrs. Keolker that they will "Land-use will be a great issue in the ' r • f i ^; I '+. �' send representatives include the comingdecade. V,e must plan for * t `ffi a '''` r . Victoria Park,Rolling Hills and West growth, and we must look at our �'' c - ' , . ;x - •k. 6 , Hill homeowners'associations. Mrs. neighborhoods realistically and see = � ` �� • �. Yam` ,• Keolker said citizens from North what we can handle." e , •H = � •} _ " •' 1�; Renton also have indicated they will Mrs. Keolker believes true land- -, '�"--••- , . ' ' 3 .". ` • 4t' '• 4• ' attend, and that residents in the use planning isn't really being ac- r�.x �R .4c ' Tiffany Park area have expressed an complished in Renton no:v. '��a are �K ,� _ � • �.. C interest in establishing their own goingabout it wrong.We're trying to a, �� ° /,', • - pia c ` -`. J S g ,� - ..' .• i Yr fight the fire instead of the cause. 1 tr- _ •_ -. ._,_`y s .., '.. ..� =�- s+� *� _ _ Instead of planning for the future,we're reacting to proposals develop- Kathy Keolker, with son Justin, leads homeowners'fight ers bring in." She said association leaders will prehensive land-use plan is and what honest with city officials in fighting know who your neighbors are. You meet to discuss the possibility of the plan means to them." a particular projector other land-use can find attorneys,land-use experts, establishing a communications net- "Renton Hill made people aware proposal. people in related fields who can be of work so everyone can be kept ab- that you can have an impact co your She advises honesty immense help. We have a couple react of the various land-use changes neighborhood if you work hard. Be- "You have to be meticulously hon- ladies who are very good at passing that may come up and so a united fore, people thought you can't fight est in your presentation," she said. out petitions and getting signatures. front can be presented to city offi- City Hall, that it's not any use." "You have to be straight with City "You don't find these people unless cials. Mrs. Keolker said she will talk Council. You have to present all the you get organized. 'Know your zoning' about how the City of Renton makes facts,and you can't just use political •Mrs. Keolker said any resident in "This also could stimulate people land-use decisions and how the publ- pressure and you can't bribe. Ard . tfe city is invited to attend the into finding out what's going on in is can participate in the decision- you have to stay off issues that are meeting, though only municipal their neighborhood. They should making process. irrelevant." . - lad-use will be discussed. "Land- know what the zoning is on their She said some homeowners' as- Another reason for establishing or us* out in the county is a whole property,and propert} arc and them. sociations have gotten themselves strengthening a 'homeowners' as- different thing,so we're just sticking -._. ..t--.... ,.... -' ♦I,-... „•.-..n.. .-.- .n....... cl-„cr.� •pie tl.of it IPtS,'Irl !II!tin .-i•,-n elfin e•,ir4 PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 WEST HILL STUDY: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING A. SUMMARY AND PURPOSE OF REQUEST: At the request of the City Council , the Planning Commission is reviewing the Comprehensive Plan and zoning for the West Hill area generally bounded by Renton Avenue , 84th Avenue South , N . W . 5th Place , Stevens Avenue N . W. and Taylor Place and Avenue N . W . (Location map attached . ) The Planning Commission is to prepare recommendations to amend either the Comprehensive Plan or zoning as may be necessary . B. GENERAL INFORMATION : 1 . Location : North of Renton Avenue extension between Taylor Place and Avenue to the City Limit 2 . Size of Property : 110± Acres 3 . Access : Renton Avenue , Taylor Place and Avenue . 84th Avenue South 4. Existing Zoning : G , G-6000 , G-7200 Gefieral Classification ; R- 1 and S- 1 Single Family ; R-3 Medium Density Multiple Family ; R-4 High Density Multiple Family 5 . Existing Zoning in the Area : Same plus R-2 Low Density Multiple ; SR- 1 Suburban Residence ; B- 1 Busine 6 . Comprehensive Land Use Plan : Single Family and Medium Density Multiple Family 7 . Notification : The applicant was notified in writing of the hearing date . Notice was properly published in the Record Chronicle on May 13 , 1979 and posted in three places on or near the site as required by City Ordinance on May 13 , 1979 . C. HISTORY/BACKGROUND: The portion of the area east of Stevens Avenue N . W . was a part of the original City Limits . Areas west of Stevens Avenue N .W . were annexed in 1953 , 1958 , 1966 and 1977 . The core of S- 1 and R- 1 zoning has existed since the Zoning Ordinance adoption in 1958. Rezonings to R-3 occurred in 1963 and 1967 . A rezone to R-4 also occurred in 1967 . The Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 1965 and designated approximately two-thirds of the hill area as multiple family , which was refined by a Comprehensive Plan amendment in 1968 showing primarily single family use with approximately 20 acres 1 of Medium Density Multiple Family between N . W . 2nd ( S . 132nd Street ) and Renton Avenue . D. PHYSICAL BACKGROUND: 1 . Topography : The site is primarily the east facing slope of the Ridge overlooking Renton . Slopes on about 3/4 of the area area in the 25% range sloping from west to east . The westerly 1 /4 of the area is the plateau above with only gentle slopes . 1 PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 PAGE TWO 2 . Soils : Soils are generally of the Alderwood and Beausite series which are potentially suitable for urban development , with some restrictions in certain areas . Detailed on-site review may be necessary within specific developments . 3 . Vegetation : Tree cover is essentially deciduous with under- growth of grass and brush in vacant parcels . Landscaped areas occur in most developed parcels . 4 . 'Wildlife : Vacant areas probably provide habitat for birds and small mammals . 5 . Water : Due to the steep slopes the site is adequately drained , with small watercourses near Renton Avenue and NW 6th . 6 . Land Use : Developed land uses are almost exclusively single family . Perhaps half of the area is undeveloped , with one small apartment complex and a developing church parking lot . E. PUBLIC SERVICES : 1 . Water and Sewer : The primary water service by a 10" main on Taylor Avenue N . W . with 6" and 8" local service lines . All developed areas are served by 8" sanitary sewers in each street . 2 . Schools : Skyway and Bryn Mawr Elementary Schools are north and south of the area along with Dimmitt Junior High . Earlington Elementary is to the south , and Renton High to the east. 3 . Recreation : No formal recreation exists within the area althougr Earlington Park and the schools would provide recreational opportunities . F. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE ZONING CODE : 1 . G , General Classification . 2 . R- 1 , S- 1 Single Family 3 . SR- 1 , Suburban Residence 4 . R- 3 Medium Density Multiple Family 5 . R-4 , High Density Multiple G. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OR OTHER OFFICIAL CITY DOCUMENT : 1 . Land Use Report , 1965 . H. IMPACT ON THE NATURAL OR HUMAN ENVIRONMENT : 1 . Natural Systems : Development of the area will disturb vegetation , soils and slopes , increase traffic , noise and air pollution . Lower densities will have less impact. Most adverse impacts should be able to be mitigated through proper design . 2 . Population/Employment : The following is a comparison of the current Comprehensive Plan vs . a Comprehensive Plan envisioning only single family : CURRENT Single Family 90 acres (4/ac) 360 Units 1 ,260 persons Medium Density 20 acres (20/ac) 400 Units 1 ,000 persons 760 Units 2,260 persons ALL SINGLE FAMILY Single Family 110 acres (4/ac) 440 Units 1 ,540 persons PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 PAGE THREE 3 . Schools : The following is similar to the above comparing students : CURRENT Single Family 360 Units (0.5) 180 Students Medium Density 400 Units (0.25) 100 Students 280 Students ALL SINGLE FAMILY Single Family 440 Units (0.5) 220 Students 4 . Traffic : The following is a comparison of traffic impacts : CURRENT Single Family 360 Units 3600 ADT Medium Density 400 Units 2400 ADT 6000 ADT ALL SINGLE FAMILY Single Family 440 Units 4000 ADT Assuming an equal east/west split (east to Rainier and west to Renton Avenue ) , the following impacts can be expected : Current ADT Impact of Current Plan Impact of Single Family Plan Rainier Ave. 18,000 +16% +12% Renton Ave. 28,000 +11% +8% I . ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT/THRESKOLD DETERMINATION : Pursuant to the City of Renton ' s Environmental Ordinance and the State Environmental Policy Act of 1971 , as amended , RCW 43-21C , a declaration of non-significant impact has been prepared for the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and rezoning only based upon reduction in density reducing adverse environmental impacts of future development . J . PLANNING DEPARTMENT ANALYSIS : 1 . The area consists of 110 acres of which 70 acres are currently within the City Limits . The current Comprehensive Plan designates 90 acres for single family and 20 acres for medium density multiple . Current zoning within the city limits indicates 65 acres of single family , 3 acres of medium density multiple family and 2 acres of high density multiple family . One 1 /4 acre R-3 zoned parcel is developed . About one-half of the single family zoning is developed . 2 . The 20 acres of multiple family designated between Renton Avenue and N . W. 2nd is on the steep slopes of one of the creeks draining. this area . 3 . Adopting an all single family Comprehensive Plan as opposed to maintaining the current Comprehensive Plan would reduce traffic impacts by 1600 ADT (25% ) , reduce the number of students by 60 ( 18% ) , and reduce population by 720 ( 33% ) . 4 . Rezoning of the current R-4 and R-3 zoned parcels will potentially reduce the population , school and traffic impacts , although the Lakeview Towers proposal would be unaffected if constructed under the pending building permit . The actual reductions are , therefore , negligible . PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MAY 31 , 1979 PAGE FOUR 5 . The current array of single family zoning classifications do not adequately or accurately reflect existing conditions within the area . Rezoning of all single family area to a unified classification such as SR- 1 would eliminate confusion and ambiguities in the area . K. DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATIONS : Based upon the foregoing analysis , it is recommended that : 1 . The Comprehensive Plan be revised to reflect single family residential uses for the study area with the exception of approximately one acre adjacent to Taylor Avenue N . W . at the intersection of N .W . 2nd . 2. Rezone the West Hill area in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan . SR- 1 ( 7500 square feet ) is recommended for single family designated areas . • PROPOSED/FINAL D .ARATION OF SIGNIFICANCE/ !—SIGNIFICANCE West Hill Comprehensive Plan Application No . Review/Referral ❑ PROPOSED Declaration Environmental Checklist No . ECF-469-79 El FINAL Declaration Description of proposal West Hill Comprehensive Plan Review Proponent CITY OF RENTON Location of Proposal North of Renton Ave extension between Taylor Place and Ave to the ttty Lim ' t Lead Agency CITY OF RENTON PLANNING DEPT . This proposal has been determined to ❑ have ® not have a significant adverse impact upon the environment . An EIS 0 is is not required under RCW 43 . 21C . 030 ( 2 ) (c ) . This decision was made after review by the lead agency of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency . non Reasons for declaration of environmental /significance : A declaration of non-significant impact has been prepared for the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and rezoning only based upon reduction in density reducing adverse environmental impacts of future development. Measures , if any , that could be taken to prevent or mitigate the environmental impacts to such an extent that the lead agency -;ould withdraw its declaration of significance and issue a ( proposed/ final ) declaration of non- significance : Responsible Official GORDON Y . ERICKSEN Title PLANNI DI" TOR Date MAY 31 , 1979 Signature �� , �r / City of Renton Planning Department !` _989/- ZL1, fri b,>ehs 274 /} v -)--) v g J s s--L (''7/1/ 3'2V 3 lc/1/h' / 9 Z 31 L 17 =l ( I C C. iA/ •.-rd f-,..) // ,[- (7 (,_ , - - yt4 ,w34 &77iv f 2 /74' - Y/14C7 7 A?Ii/Z-7/ 5' .2. ,C:e(7?/7 77& C7>=//�c 3 /9O Q>ltr- 2LL N 3/ .2/ wncvo ()h/ kw 499s-qee rzz 2:17 6-2 z - z / 1((/ ,/Pi i x YA/ 7,Ø/ 2/ MEMORANDUM MEM® R TO FILES DATE May 30, 1979 FROM Maurita Schwartz SUBJECT PLANNING COMMISSION ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING OF MAY 31, 1979 , SCHEDULED FOR 4 :00 P.M. ; 3RD FLOOR CONF. ROOM The following citizens requested that they be notified of any committee meetings scheduled that would include any studies or hearings concerning the West Hill area, The citizens that were telephoned to advise were; Bill Gavin Ernie Arnone 265 Lind Avenue N.W. 207 Taylor Avenue N.W. Renton, WA 98055 Renton, WA 98055 (226-8122) (226-5669) M. K. Witters Scott McBee 12810 - 84th Avenue So. 13208 Renton Avenue So. Seattle, WA 98178 Renton, WA 98055 (772-5284) (no phone 4 listed. . . ) Marilyn McCrum ( ) 410 Stevens Avenue N.W. Renton, WA 98055 Chester Douglas 515 Lind Avenue N.W. (772-4110 Res . ) Renton, WA 98055 (464-7734 Wk. ) (772-2547) Lee G. Connel 520 Raymond Place N.W. Renton, WA 98055 Edward Williams 405 Lind Avenue N.W. (772-2873) Renton, WA 98055 Darrel Vail (772-2452) 553 Raymond Place N.W. Renton, WA 98055 Helen Donohue 371 Lind Avenue N.W. (772-1366) Renton, WA 98055 Mr. and Mrs. James Fenner (772-5761) 402 Seneca Court N.W. Renton, WA 98055 J. F. Massuco 12823 - 84th Avenue So. (772-6410) Seattle, WA 98178 Harry G. Holloway (no phone # listed. . . ) 412 Seneca Avenue N.W. Norman L. Sundquist Renton, WA 98055 458 Lind Avenue (772-4493) Renton, WA 98055 (no phone # listed) E MEMO: TO THE FILES RE: CITIZENS CALLED PER THEIR REQUEST TO BE NOTIFIED OF COMMITTEE MEETINGS CONCERNING WEST HILL AREA MAY 30, 1979 PAGE TWO Harry Holloway , Treasurer, of the West Hill Home Owners ' Association advised that he would be in attendance, however, due to another commitment he possibly would be leaving the committee meeting early. He also noted that he felt not too many residents in attendance would be necessary and he would so advise any that called him. (I did tell Mr. Holloway that the 3rd floor conference room was quite small and that the council chambers would not be available; also that this was a committee study meeting to review the West Hill compre- hensive plan and zoning of the area. ) Many of the people asked if comments and/or opinions would be acceptable, I in turn advised that it would be the chairman' s option to accept any input from those attending. As noted several people failed to leave their telephone numbers, I will attempt to reach these citizens tomorrow. The response received that each was very appreciative of the call notifying them of the committee meeting, no true indication of how many will actually be in attendance. I did suggest that they check with Mr. Holloway and in that way if any input could be accepted that he might be best to pre- sent same to the committee chairman prior to the meeting. Thank you, mas Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Two of environmental impact , the possible necessity for a supplemental EIS should the Commission have substantial disagreement with the Committee report , staff progress on an EIS presently being prepared on the entire quadrant and its general nature , the state law with regard to the review procedure , and the need for as early a response as possible to the public . It was noted that should the Commission decide to take action first , and then the EIS be prepared , the EIS process would have to be completed prior to the recommendation being made to the City Council . IT WAS THEN ACTION: MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY MOLA , THAT THE COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING COMMITTEE BE AUTHORIZED TO PROCEED WITH RECOMMENDATIONS ON ALL OF THE QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT AND TO PREPARE RECOMMENDA- TIONS UPON WHICH AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT MAY BE PREPARED, AT WHICH TIME BOTH THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION AND THE EIS BE SUB- MITTED TO THE COMMISSION FOR CONSIDERATION. Discussion ensued relative to the possible need for a supplemental EIS and the probable time-frame for its review should the Commission change the committee report significantly , provision in the EIS for alternative proposals , the possibility of making a proposal for purposes of environmental assessment , the obligation to the public to make a decision based upon all of the information that might be available , including the EIS , and the need for early action while the input from the public is still in mind . As there was no further discussion , the Chairman called for the question . A roll call vote was requested with the following results : BUCKINGHAM - NO HANIS - NO WEBB - NO WARREN - AYE MOLA - AYE PORTER - AYE SCHELLERT - NO TEEGARDEN - AYE 4 - NO 4 - AYE As there was a tie vote , a vote was requested from the Chairman . Noting , her personal feeling that the decision should be based on all of the information possible , the Chairman voted "aye. " MOTION CARRIED. A meeting of the Comprehensive Planning Committee was announced for 7 : 30 p . m. on May 30th . Commissioner Teegarden , Chairman , invited the participation of the other Commission members and noted that the meeting would be open to the public . 4 . PUBLIC HEARING : COUNCIL REFERRAL: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING - WEST HILL AREA REVIEW OF THE NORTHWEST SECTION OF THE CITY FROM TAYLOR AVENUE N .W . TO THE WEST CITY LIMITS AND RENTON AVENUE TO THE NORTH CITY LIMITS The Chairman noted the area under review and asked the Commissioners about any conflict of interests they may have regarding the matter . Commissioner Teegarden indicated that he felt he should be excused , as he was a member of the Commission at the time the rezone s Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Three occurred on the disputed property , that he is a resident on the West Hill , and he feels there is no way he can escape being accused of prejudice . The Chairman excused Mr. Teegarden , noting that the hearing this evening related to the specific item on which he considered the rezone. The Chairman advised that the review this evening is the result of the residents ' concern regarding a particular construction proposal in their area , but that this in itself is not a Planning Commission question . As the result of the neighborhood concern , the City Council referred the question of land use and zoning on the West Hill to the Commission for review. She noted that the matter had been referred to the Ordinance Development Com- mittee , and they had recommended this evening ' s public hearing . A letter from Mr . and Mrs . A. Rivily , 411 Seneca Court N .W . , Renton , indicating their opposition to any rezoning , was read into the record . Noting no further correspondence , a presentation from the Planning Director regarding the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan as it relates to the subject area was requested . A. LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Mr. Ericksen defined the Comprehensive Plan and reviewed land use designations for the audience . He noted the ninety-day moratorium on multi -family construction in the area north of Renton Avenue and westerly of Taylor and pointed out the study area on the map. He advised that the Renton Comprehen- sive Plan does extend beyond the city limits and includes community facilities , but that the emphasis this evening is concerned with single and multi -family land use designations . The Chairman invited public comment . Scott McBee , 13208 Renton Avenue South , Renton , inquired as to why public hearing signs were posted outside the city limits and indicated his opposition to multi -family develop- ments in the area . The Planning Director advised that inas- much as the Comprehensive Plan extends beyond the city limits , those areas were posted to give the residents an opportunity to express their interest . Marilyn McCrum, 410 Stevens Avenue N . W . , Renton , requested a definition of low , medium, and high density multi -family designations . The Planning Director advised regarding densi - ties allowed in each designation as well as setback , height , and lot coverage requirements . Peter Raphael , 408 Seneca Avenue N .W. , Renton , inquired regarding any communication between the City and County with regard to land use planning. The Planning Director and Com- mission Chairman advised regarding coordination with the County on these matters . Norman L . Sundquist , 458 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , asked what steps were necessary to stop anything other than single family construction in the area . He was invited by Mr. Ericksen to come to the Planning Department to review the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map and Zoning Map , and the Planning Director offered to respond to any questions . Noting inadequate roads , sewers , and water supplies , Mr. Sundquist suggested that the Commissioners visit their area . He indicated his disapproval of multi -family construction in the entire area . Ernie Arnone , 207 Taylor Avenue N .W . , Renton , indicated his support of high density multi -family development along Tay- lor Avenue , indicating the adequacy of the roads and the potential increase in the value of his property. Renton Planning Commission �p Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Four Leroy Johnson , 503 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , requested that existing single family designations be maintained and that any multi -family designations be changed to single family due to inadequate access . George Flynn , 462 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted the potential extension of multi -family development to the single family resi - dential areas and poor streets with limited access due to the steep topography . Robin Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted the impact of multi - family development on sewers and costs to the current residents and noted that the area was planned originally for single family use . In response to Mr . Little , the Planning Director advised that while the area was originally platted as single family resi - dential , the previous Comprehensive Plan ( 1965 ) classified approximately two-thirds of the hillside area as medium density multi -family residential . The Plan was revised in 1968 to reduce the multi -family areas to along Renton and Taylor Avenues . Responding to Commissioner Warren , Mr. Erick- sen indicated that these changes were made following public hearings by the Planning Commission with recommendations to the City Council and legal notice was provided . Barbara Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regard- ing the procedure for developing a Comprehensive Plan . The Planning Director advised regarding the development of the Comprehensive Plan , which took approximately two years , and noted citizen involvement . Mr . Arnone indicated that he recalled signing a petition for R-3 zoning at that time . Max Witters , 12820 - 84th South , Renton , inquired regarding the County plan for the area from 132nd to Renton Avenue . The Planning Director noted that the County does not have a land use plan but employs potential zoning classifications . Responding to Commissioner Hanis , he advised that the zoning for the area is SR. James Fenner , 402 Seneca Court N . W . , Renton , requested that the single family area within the city limits be retained due to topography . He asked for consideration of larger minimum lot sizes because of the steep hillside and limited access . Louise Lewis , 415 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired if the Commissioners visited the study areas and was advised by the Chairman that this was done as a part of their study . Patty Raphael , 408 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , enumerated her reasons why the area should be designated as single family residential . They included the proximity to the airport and public safety , the rocky character of the soil and underground springs which create runoff problems and restricted access for emergency vehicles . Bill Gavin , 265 Lind Avenue N .W . , Renton , indicated that the biggest problem is the impact to traffic and access , especially on the southern end of this area because of topography . He also noted only one park available on the west side of Renton and inquired as to where the children would play should multi - family construction occur . He noted that high density develop- ment would result in the loss of a certain number of trees , which would affect the noise level from the airport and Airport Way and Renton Avenue . He noted petitions to the City Council in the past several months indicating the neighborhood ' s Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Five opposition to multiple family dwellings . The Planning Direc- tor indicated that the information is on file and will be reviewed in the Commission ' s study. Mr. Gavin also noted that as the result of residential con- struction projects in the area , in which it was necessary to blast , the basement of his home is leaking. A recess was declared by the Chairman at 9 : 35 p . m. The meeting was resumted at 9 : 50 p . m. with all members noted above with the exception of Commissioner Teegarden in attendance. The Chairman invited further public comment regarding the Comprehensive Plan for the area . Rod Sletten , 255 Lind Avenue N .W . , Renton , indicated his opin- ion that those streets are just about unbuildable due to topog- raphy . He inquired regarding surveyors in the area working on a street proposal , asked about plans for improvement of Lind Avenue , and noted potential impact to his property. Bob Clemens , Renton , indicated his opposition to multi -family development due to access , traffic impacts , topography , and public safety . Wayne Carter , 463 Lind Ave . N . W . , Renton , indicated his con- cern regarding the impact on his property should Lind Avenue be widened. He also noted the effect this modication would have on children playing in the area . Barbara Little noted that the high density multiple designation permits construction up to 95 feet in height and inquired regarding that kind of development in Renton other than City Hall . The Planning Director advised that the only other building in Renton that approximates that height would be the office building in Renton Village. Joanne Novis , 461 Taylor Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regard- ing the location of apartments in the area . These locations were noted on the map by Mr . Ericksen . Ms . Novis noted problems with underground streams , rocky soil , sewers in their neighborhood at the bottom of the Hill , and indicated her feeling that the area could not support any more development. The Chairman called for further comment . As there were none , IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY HANIS, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED AND THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FOR STUDY AND RECOMMENDATION. MOTION CARRIED. Several members of the audience inquired regarding possible notification regarding the Commission ' s decision and were invited to leave their names and addresses with the Recording Secretary . The Planning Director advised that they would be notified of the Committee meeting and that in view of the moratorium, it is essential that the Commission expedite its action . Commissioner Hanis , Chairman of the Ordinance Development Com- mittee , advised that the Committee recommendation would be made at the June 13 , 1979 , public meeting of the Planning Commission . It was noted that the Committee meeting would be open to the public , but it was urged that the homeowners association send some representatives due to limited space. Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Six B. REVIEW OF EXISTING ZONING The Chairman advised that area-wide zoning for the West Hill community , as defined above , would now be considered . A review by the Planning Director was requested . Mr . Ericksen displayed a map of the study area , noted existing zoning , and discussed zoning requirements and relationships of the zoning categories . The Chairman invited audience comment . Referring to the proposed Lakeview Towers condominium project located at N . W . 2nd and Lind Avenue N . W . , Barbara Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted her concern that it would cause the greatest problems in that area . She indicated her awareness that the Planning Commission cannot do anything about the planned construction but requested that the area be down-zoned to provide for a single family neighborhood . The Chairman inquired regarding the situation relative to building permits in the area . The Assistant Attorney indicated that any building permits that were filed and approved prior to the execution of the moratorium on multi -family development are not affected by any rezoning action that the City might take . However , rezoning to less intensive use can be considered for future application for building permits . Connie Raphael , 408 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , noting that an R-4 zoning classification allows structures up to 95 feet or six stories in height , requested that an EIS be required before any building permit is issued in those districts . She indica- ted her feeling that six-story buildings only be built in cer- tain areas , such as commercial districts , and that in view of the limited space in Renton and due to aesthetics , it is gen- erally not appropriate in Renton . She noted that such develop- ment in low density multi -family and single family residential areas creates traffic problems . She also cited the lack of parks in the subject area . Ms . Raphael also requested public notification before any zoning is changed . In response to Ms . Raphael , the Planning Director advised that any zoning changes had to be in agreement with the Comprehen- sive Plan and that there would be proper public notice . It was noted that applications for rezone were heard by the Hearing Examiner , who makes a recommendation to the City Council , and that petitions pro and con are often submitted and are con- sidered . Robin Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , advised that two houses had been constructed next to his residence last year and that blasting had been necessary in conjunction with the development . He described sinkage and drainage problems in his home and area , which he feels are a direct result , since the blasting . He noted his feeling that blasting in the R-3 and R-4 designated areas could affect a spring three blocks away and recommended a change in designation to single family . Harry G. Hollaway , 412 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regarding payment for the provision of utilities should Lake- view Towers be built. He was advised by Mr. Ericksen regarding possible methods of payment . The Planning Director also advised regarding provision for necessary street improvements in response to Commissioner Hanis but noted that these matters are not specifically zoning questions . Norman Sundquist , 458 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , also commented on potential impacts to Lind Avenue should Lakeview Towers be developed . Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Seven George Flynn , 462 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , asked how he could obtain assurance that the area would remain single family resi - dential . He was advised by the Planning Director regarding zoning procedures and requirements and encouraged to become informed and involved on these issues . Bill Gavin , 265 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regarding the difference between the present Comprehensive Plan land use designation and existing zoning for the Lakeview Towers site . Mr . Ericksen noted that the 1965 Comprehensive Plan had indi - cated most of that area for multi -family use and that at the time the property was zoned to multi -family , it was in con- formance with the Comprehensive Plan . Wayne Carter , 463 Lind Avenue N . W. , noted possible conflict of interest regarding the Lakeview Towers site . The Chairman advised that there is nothing the Planning Com- mission can do regarding the Lakeview Towers proposal . Mr. Flynn indicated his concern regarding the abrupt change between the proposed project and its single family residen- tial neighbors , and noted that there is no transition between uses . Present methods of assessing zoning requests were then reviewed by the Planning Director . Gloria Larson , 12837 - 84th Avenue South , Renton , inquired regarding how long the Lakeview Towers site had been zoned R-3 and R-4 . She also commented on the need for an EIS for such a large project. There was further review by the Planning Director , Commission Chairman , and the Assistant City Attorney regarding the Com- prehensive Plan , zoning, and building permit procedures . It was noted that the zoning of the site in question had been advertised and is a matter of public record . Ms . Raphael inquired regarding other multi - family sites in the area and asked that before any multiple family development is permitted that circulation and traffic impacts be considered . Ron McDonald , 216 N .W . 5th Street , Renton , inquired regarding possible regulations regarding access to Renton and Rainier Avenues . Carolyn Fenner, 402 Seneca Court N . W. , Renton , inquired regard- ing the process for changing the Comprehensive Plan and zoning and what protection they have against spot zoning. Norman Sundquist inquired if there had ever been a group of property owners come in and indicate a desire to have a number of apartment buildings in their area . The Planning Director advised regarding such a situation . Clarence Hall , 428 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted topographi - cal problems which would preclude further multi -family develop- ment in the area and requested that it all be designated as single family. Kathy Keolker, 532 Cedar Avenue South , indicated that while she is the president of the Renton Hill Homeowners Association , she is speaking for herself. Mrs . Keolker referred to earlier City action regarding changes from multi -family to single fam- ily designations in land use and zoning on Renton Hill and noted similarities between the two areas and two situations . She cited the issues of traffic congestion , access , character of the neighborhood , topography , view properties , underground streams , and public safety . She noted requirements for areas Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting t' May 23 , 1979 Page Eight appropriate for multiple family development and encouraged that any multi -family zoning on the West Hill be changed to single family residential before problems occur . Darrel Vail , 553 Raymond Place N .W . , Renton , indicated his support that the single family residential concept be maintained in the area and noted problems that could occur in a " rapid growth " situation . He also recommended that should development occur, other methods than blasting be employed . Harry Thatcher , 454 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , indicated his feeling that rezone of the Lakeview Towers site had a greater negative impact on the residential area than not granting the multiple zoning would have had on those who hold the property. Ernie Arnone , 207 Taylor Avenue N . W . , Renton , indicated his concern for the residents above him. However , he indicated his desire to have the property remain zoned for multiple family development due to good access , an adequate street , and adequate utilities . Robin Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , asked if the Melchers , who live at 304 N . W . 2nd , would approve of a six- story building on Mr . Arnone ' s property . Mr . Arnone indicated that he had called Mr. Melcher , who lives directly west of him , before he came to the meeting and that he indicated he wants his property to remain zoned R-3 . Noting no further comments from the public , the Chairman opened the matter to discussion by the Commission . Following a brief discussion , IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY WEBB, SECONDED BY MOLA, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED AND THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FOR REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION. MOTION CARRIED. There was discussion regarding a committee meeting , and inter- ested parties were requested to leave their names with the Recording Secretary for notification . The Planning Director noted that the Committee will report back to the Commission of the whole on June 13th . The Chairman thanked the audience for their participation and acknowledged their concerns . 5 . OTHER Commissioner Teegarden announced a Comprehensive Planning Committee meeting for 7 : 30 p . m. , May 30th , to review recommendations related to the Southeast Quadrant . Chairman Walker reminded the Commission of the forthcoming election of officers at the June meeting . Commissioner Schellert advised regarding activities of the Newcastle Community Plan Committee , noting meetings with the community with regard to alternatives . The Commission was reminded of a transportation meeting with Metro at the Renton Library at 7 : 30 p . m. , May 24th . As there was no further business before the Commission , IT WAS MOVED BY SCHELLERT , SECONDED BY WEBB , THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED . MOTION CARRIED . Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Nine The meeting was adjourned at 11 : 35 p . m. Joan A. Walker, Chairman (- n � ; Anthone Mola , Secretary May 21 1979 Joan A Walker Chairman of lienton Flanning Comm. 200 Miii Ave. S Renton,Wash 98055 Joan Walker: Being a new resident we are not in favor of any re-zoning. We feel it will cause too much congestion of traffic in the existing area,with children walking to school and bicycling in the area,it will be danger factor.. It will tend to ruin the environment also with more cars in the area of congesti-n. This area is not suited for re-zoning as the roads are very limited now. It will also be more limited for emergency vehicles and cause more traffic than we need....These are only a few of the problems that it will create. Mr and Mrs A Rivi],y 411 Seneca Court N W Renton,Wash 98055 Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Two of environmental impact , the possible necessity for a supplemental EIS should the Commission have substantial disagreement with the Committee report , staff progress on an EIS presently being prepared on the entire quadrant and its general nature , the state law with regard to the review procedure , and the need for as early a response as possible to the public . It was noted that should the Commission decide to take action first , and then the EIS be prepared , the EIS process would have to be completed prior to the recommendation being made to the City Council . IT WAS THEN ACTION: MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY MOLA , THAT THE COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING `E COMMITTEE BE AUTHORIZED TO PROCEED WITH RECOMMENDATIONS ON ALL OF THE QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SOUTHEAST QUADRANT AND TO PREPARE RECOMMENDA- TIONS UPON WHICH AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT MAY BE PREPARED, AT WHICH TIME BOTH THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION AND THE EIS BE SUB- MITTED TO THE COMMISSION FOR CONSIDERATION. Discussion ensued relative to the possible need for a supplemental EIS and the probable time-frame for its review should the Commission change the committee report significantly , provision in the EIS for alternative proposals , the possibility of making a proposal for purposes of environmental assessment , the obligation to the public to make a decision based upon all of the information that might be available , including the EIS , and the need for early action while the input from the public is still in mind . As there was no further discussion , the Chairman called for the question . A roll call vote was requested with the following results : BUCKINGHAM - NO HANIS - NO WEBB - NO WARREN - AYE MOLA - AYE PORTER - AYE SCHELLERT - NO TEEGARDEN - AYE 4 - NO 4 - AYE As there was a tie vote , a vote was requested from the Chairman . Noting , her personal feeling that the decision should be based on all of the information possible , the Chairman voted "aye . " MOTION CARRIED. A meeting of the Comprehensive Planning Committee was announced for 7 : 30 p . m. on May 30th . Commissioner Teegarden , Chairman , invited the participation of the other Commission members and noted that the meeting would be open to the public . 4 . PUBLIC HEARING : COUNCIL REFERRAL: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING - WEST HILL AREA REVIEW OF THE NORTHWEST SECTION OF THE CITY FROM TAYLOR AVENUE N .W . TO THE WEST CITY LIMITS AND RENTON AVENUE TO THE NORTH CITY LIMITS The Chairman noted the area under review and asked the Commissioners about any conflict of interests they may have regarding the matter. Commissioner Teegarden indicated that he felt he should be ee 9 excused , as he was a member of the Commission at the time the rezone Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Three occurred on the disputed property , that he is a resident on the West Hill , and he feels there is no way he can escape being accused of prejudice . The Chairman excused Mr . Teegarden , noting that the hearing this evening related to the specific item on which he considered the rezone . The Chairman advised that the review this evening is the result of the residents ' concern regarding a particular construction proposal in their area , but that this in itself is not a Planning Commission question . As the result of the neighborhood concern , the City Council referred the question of land use and zoning on the West Hill to the Commission for review. She noted that the matter had been referred to the Ordinance Development Com- mittee , and they had recommended this evening ' s public hearing . A letter from Mr . and Mrs . A. Rivily , 411 Seneca Court N .W . , Renton , indicating their opposition to any rezoning , was read into the record . Noting no further correspondence , a presentation from the Planning Director regarding the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan as it relates to the subject area was requested . A. LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Mr. Ericksen defined the Comprehensive Plan and reviewed land use designations for the audience. He noted the ninety-day moratorium on multi -family construction in the area north of Renton Avenue and westerly of Taylor and pointed out the study area on the map. He advised that the Renton Comprehen- sive Plan does extend beyond the city limits and includes community facilities , but that the emphasis this evening is concerned with single and multi -family land use designations . The Chairman invited public comment . Scott McBee , 13208 Renton Avenue South , Renton , inquired as to why public hearing signs were posted outside the city limits and indicated his opposition to multi -family develop- ments in the area . The Planning Director advised that inas- much as the Comprehensive Plan extends beyond the city limits , those areas were posted to give the residents an opportunity to express their interest . Marilyn McCrum, 410 Stevens Avenue N . W . , Renton , requested a definition of low , medium, and high density multi -family designations . The Planning Director advised regarding densi - ties allowed in each designation as well as setback , height, and lot coverage requirements . Peter Raphael , 408 Seneca Avenue N .W. , Renton , inquired regarding any communication between the City and County with regard to land use planning. The Planning Director and Com- mission Chairman advised regarding coordination with the County on these matters . Norman L . Sundquist , 458 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , asked what steps were necessary to stop anything other than single family construction in the area . He was invited by Mr. Ericksen to come to the Planning Department to review the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map and Zoning Map , and the Planning Director offered to respond to any questions . Noting inadequate roads , sewers , and water supplies , Mr. Sundquist suggested that the Commissioners visit their area . He indicated his disapproval of multi -family construction in the entire area . Ernie Arnone , 207 Taylor Avenue N .W . , Renton , indicated his support of high density multi -family development along Tay- lor Avenue , indicating the adequacy of the roads and the potential increase in the value of his property. it li Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 � Page Four Leroy Johnson , 503 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , requested that existing single family designations be maintained and that any multi -family designations be changed to single family due to inadequate access . George Flynn , 462 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted the potential extension of multi -family development to the single family resi - dential areas and poor streets with limited access due to the steep topography . Robin Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted the impact of multi - family development on sewers and costs to the current residents and noted that the area was planned originally for single family use . In response to Mr . Little , the Planning Director advised that while the area was originally platted as single family resi - dential , the previous Comprehensive Plan ( 1965 ) classified approximately two-thirds of the hillside area as medium density multi -family residential . The Plan was revised in 1968 to reduce the multi -family areas to along Renton and Taylor Avenues . Responding to Commissioner Warren , Mr. Erick- sen indicated that these changes were made following public hearings by the Planning Commission with recommendations to the City Council and legal notice was provided . Barbara Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regard- ing the procedure for developing a Comprehensive Plan . The Planning Director advised regarding the development of the Comprehensive Plan , which took approximately two years , and noted citizen involvement . Mr . Arnone indicated that he recalled signing a petition for R-3 zoning at that time . Max Witters , 12820 - 84th South , Renton , inquired regarding the County plan for the area from 132nd to Renton Avenue . The Planning Director noted that the County does not have a land use plan but employs potential zoning classifications . Responding to Commissioner Hanis , he advised that the zoning for the area is SR. James Fenner , 402 Seneca Court N . W . , Renton , requested that the single family area within the city limits be retained due to topography . He asked for consideration of larger minimum lot sizes because of the steep hillside and limited access . Louise Lewis , 415 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired if the Commissioners visited the study areas and was advised by the Chairman that this was done as a part of their study . Patty Raphael , 408 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , enumerated her reasons why the area should be designated as single family residential . They included the proximity to the airport and public safety , the rocky character of the soil and underground springs which create runoff problems and restricted access for emergency vehicles . Bill Gavin , 265 Lind Avenue N .W . , Renton , indicated that the biggest problem is the impact to traffic and access , especially on the southern end of this area because of topography . He also noted only one park available on the west side of Renton and inquired as to where the children would play should multi - family construction occur . He noted that high density develop- ment would result in the loss of a certain number of trees , which would affect the noise level from the airport and Airport Way and Renton Avenue . He noted petitions to the City Council in the past several months indicating the neighborhood ' s Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Five opposition to multiple family dwellings . The Planning Direc- tor indicated that the information is on file and will be reviewed in the Commission ' s study. Mr. Gavin also noted that as the result of residential con- struction projects in the area , in which it was necessary to blast , the basement of his home is leaking. A recess was declared by the Chairman at 9 : 35 p . m. The meeting was resumted at 9 : 50 p .m. with all members noted above with the exception of Commissioner Teegarden in attendance. The Chairman invited further public comment regarding the Comprehensive Plan for the area . Rod Sletten , 255 Lind Avenue N .W . , Renton , indicated his opin- ion that those streets are just about unbuildable due to topog- raphy . He inquired regarding surveyors in the area working on a street proposal , asked about plans for improvement of Lind Avenue , and noted potential impact to his property. Bob Clemens , Renton , indicated his opposition to multi -family development due to access , traffic impacts , topography , and public safety . Wayne Carter , 463 Lind Ave . N .W . , Renton , indicated his con- cern regarding the impact on his property should Lind Avenue be widened. He also noted the effect this modication would have on children playing in the area . Barbara Little noted that the high density multiple designation permits construction up to 95 feet in height and inquired regarding that kind of development in Renton other than City Hall . The Planning Director advised that the only other building in Renton that approximates that height would be the office building in Renton Village . Joanne Novis , 461 Taylor Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regard- ing the location of apartments in the area . These locations were noted on the map by Mr . Ericksen . Ms . Novis noted problems with underground streams , rocky soil , sewers in their neighborhood at the bottom of the Hill , and indicated her feeling that the area could not support any more development. The Chairman called for further comment . As there were none , IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY SCHELLERT, SECONDED BY HANIS, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED AND THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FOR STUDY AND RECOMMENDATION. MOTION CARRIED. Several members of the audience inquired regarding possible notification regarding the Commission ' s decision and were invited to leave their names and addresses with the Recording Secretary . The Planning Director advised that they would be notified of the Committee meeting and that in view of the moratorium, it is essential that the Commission expedite its action . Commissioner Hanis , Chairman of the Ordinance Development Com- mittee , advised that the Committee recommendation would be made at the June 13 , 1979 , public meeting of the Planning Commission . It was noted that the Committee meeting would be open to the public , but it was urged that the homeowners association send some representatives due to limited space. Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Six B . REVIEW OF EXISTING ZONING The Chairman advised that area-wide zoning for the West Hill community , as defined above , would now be considered . A review by the Planning Director was requested . Mr . Ericksen displayed a map of the study area , noted existing zoning , and discussed zoning requirements and relationships of the zoning categories . The Chairman invited audience comment . Referring to the proposed Lakeview Towers condominium project located at N . W . 2nd and Lind Avenue N . W . , Barbara Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , noted her concern that it would cause the greatest problems in that area . She indicated her awareness that the Planning Commission cannot do anything about the planned construction but requested that the area be down-zoned to provide for a single family neighborhood . The Chairman inquired regarding the situation relative to building permits in the area . The Assistant Attorney indicated that any building permits that were filed and approved prior to the execution of the moratorium on multi -family development are not affected by any rezoning action that the City might take . However , rezoning to less intensive use can be considered for future application for building permits . Connie Raphael , 408 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , noting that an R-4 zoning classification allows structures up to 95 feet or six stories in height , requested that an EIS be required before any building permit is issued in those districts . She indica- ted her feeling that six-story buildings only be built in cer- tain areas , such as commercial districts , and that in view of the limited space in Renton and due to aesthetics , it is gen- erally not appropriate in Renton . She noted that such develop- ment in low density multi -family and single family residential areas creates traffic problems . She also cited the lack of parks in the subject area . Ms . Raphael also requested public notification before any zoning is changed . In response to Ms . Raphael , the Planning Director advised that any zoning changes had to be in agreement with the Comprehen- sive Plan and that there would be proper public notice . It was noted that applications for rezone were heard by the Hearing Examiner , who makes a recommendation to the City Council , and that petitions pro and con are often submitted and are con- sidered . Robin Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W . , Renton , advised that two houses had been constructed next to his residence last year and that blasting had been necessary in conjunction with the development . He described sinkage and drainage problems in his home and area , which he feels are a direct result , since the blasting . He noted his feeling that blasting in the R-3 and R-4 designated areas could affect a spring three blocks away and recommended a change in designation to single family . Harry G . Hollaway , 412 Seneca Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regarding payment for the provision of utilities should Lake- view Towers be built. He was advised by Mr. Ericksen regarding possible methods of payment . The Planning Director also advised regarding provision for necessary street improvements in response to Commissioner Hanis but noted that these matters are not specifically zoning questions . Norman Sundquist , 458 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , also commented on potential impacts to Lind Avenue should Lakeview Towers be developed . Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Seven George Flynn , 462 Lind Avenue N .W . , Renton , asked how he could obtain assurance that the area would remain single family resi - dential . He was advised by the Planning Director regarding zoning procedures and requirements and encouraged to become informed and involved on these issues . Bill Gavin , 265 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , inquired regarding the difference between the present Comprehensive Plan land use designation and existing zoning for the Lakeview Towers site . Mr. Ericksen noted that the 1965 Comprehensive Plan had indi - cated most of that area for multi -family use and that at the time the property was zoned to multi -family , it was in con- formance with the Comprehensive Plan . Wayne Carter , 463 Lind Avenue N .W . , noted possible conflict of interest regarding the Lakeview Towers site. The Chairman advised that there is nothing the Planning Com- mission can do regarding the Lakeview Towers proposal . Mr. Flynn indicated his concern regarding the abrupt change between the proposed project and its single family residen- tial neighbors , and noted that there is no transition between uses . Present methods of assessing zoning requests were then reviewed by the Planning Director . Gloria Larson , 12837 - 84th Avenue South , Renton , inquired regarding how long the Lakeview Towers site had been zoned R-3 and R-4 . She also commented on the need for an EIS for such a large project. There was further review by the Planning Director , Commission Chairman , and the Assistant City Attorney regarding the Com- prehensive Plan , zoning, and building permit procedures . It was noted that the zoning of the site in question had been advertised and is a matter of public record . Ms . Raphael inquired regarding other multi -family sites in the area and asked that before any multiple family development is permitted that circulation and traffic impacts be considered . Ron McDonald , 216 N . W . 5th Street , Renton , inquired regarding possible regulations regarding access to Renton and Rainier Avenues . Carolyn Fenner, 402 Seneca Court N . W. , Renton , inquired regard- ing the process for changing the Comprehensive Plan and zoning and what protection they have against spot zoning. Norman Sundquist inquired if there had ever been a group of property owners come in and indicate a desire to have a number of apartment buildings in their area . The Planning Director advised regarding such a situation . Clarence Hall , 428 Seneca Avenue N. W . , Renton , noted topographi - cal problems which would preclude further multi -family develop- ment in the area and requested that it all be designated as single family. Kathy Keolker, 532 Cedar Avenue South , indicated that while she is the president of the Renton Hill Homeowners Association , she is speaking for herself. Mrs . Keolker referred to earlier City action regarding changes from multi -family to single fam- ily designations in land use and zoning on Renton Hill and noted similarities between the two areas and two situations . She cited the issues of traffic congestion , access , character of the neighborhood , topography , view properties , underground streams , and public safety . She noted requirements for areas Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Eight appropriate for multiple family development and encouraged that any multi -family zoning on the West Hill be changed to single family residential before problems occur . Darrel Vail , 553 Raymond Place N . W . , Renton , indicated his support that the single family residential concept be maintained in the area and noted problems that could occur in a "rapid growth " situation . He also recommended that should development occur, other methods than blasting be employed . Harry Thatcher , 454 Lind Avenue N . W . , Renton , indicated his feeling that rezone of the Lakeview Towers site had a greater negative impact on the residential area than not granting the multiple zoning would have had on those who hold the property. Ernie Arnone , 207 Taylor Avenue N . W . , Renton , indicated his concern for the residents above him. However , he indicated his desire to have the property remain zoned for multiple family development due to good access , an adequate street , and adequate utilities . Robin Little , 264 Maple Avenue N . W. , Renton , asked if the Melchers , who live at 304 N . W . 2nd , would approve of a six- story building on Mr . Arnone ' s property . Mr. Arnone indicated that he had called Mr. Melcher , who lives directly west of him , before he came to the meeting and that he indicated he wants his property to remain zoned R- 3 . Noting no further comments from the public , the Chairman opened the matter to discussion by the Commission . Following a brief discussion , IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY WEBB, SECONDED BY MOLA, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE CLOSED AND THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FOR REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION. MOTION CARRIED. There was discussion regarding a committee meeting , and inter- ested parties were requested to leave their names with the Recording Secretary for notification . The Planning Director noted that the Committee will report back to the Commission of the whole on June 13th . The Chairman thanked the audience for their participation and acknowledged their concerns . 5 - OTHER Commissioner Teegarden announced a Comprehensive Planning Committee meeting for 7 : 30 p . m. , May 30th , to review recommendations related to the Southeast Quadrant . Chairman Walker reminded the Commission of the forthcoming election of officers at the June meeting . Commissioner Schellert advised regarding activities of the Newcastle Community Plan Committee , noting meetings with the community with regard to alternatives . The Commission was reminded of a transportation meeting with Metro at the Renton Library at 7 : 30 p . m. , May 24th . As there was no further business before the Commission , IT WAS MOVED BY SCHELLERT , SECONDED BY WEBB , THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED . MOTION CARRIED . Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting May 23 , 1979 Page Nine The meeting was adjourned at 11 : 35 p . m. Joan A. Walker, Chairman -r�,< Anthone Mola , Secretary Or R THE CITY OFRENTON U iADO Z. MUNICIPAL BUILDING 200 MILL AVE. SO. RENTON, VYASH. 98055 oCHARLES J. DELAURENTI MAYOR • PLANNING DEPARTMENT e 235 - 2550 O94 teD SEP1"- May 13 , 1979 MEND RA NDUM TO: Lawrence J , Warren , City Attorney FROM: Gordon Y. Ericksen , Planning Director RE : PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING - COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND ZONING, WEST HILL AREA Pursuant to Council request , the Planning Commission rill be conducting a hearing on May 23rd on the Comprehensive Plan and the zoning for the West Hill Area. The Commis- sion has requested that you or Dan Kellogg be present to assist the Planning Commission on any legal questions that may arise during the course of the discussion. The Planning Commission is also in the process of conduct- ing hearings regarding the Comprehensive Plan for the South- east Quadrant . It has been determined that an environmental impact statement will be prepared on the subject area. The question has been discussed as to whether or not the Plan- ning Commission can take action prior to the completion of the EIS. Dan Kellogg has previouF-ly advised this department that the completion of the EIS would be necessary prior to final recommendation by the Commission . Therefore, an EIS would have to be prepared on the basis of a proposed action by the Commission amending the Comprehensive Plan. Also, Planning Commission would appreciate your addressing this question at its meeting of May 23rd . The Commission discussion on the EIS question will start at 5:00 p.m. , and the hearing on the West Hill at 8 : 30 p.m. Please contact me if you have any questions on the subject request. GYE :w r INTER—OFFICE MEMO TO: Files DATE 5/ 15/79 FROM: Willis Roberts RE: Distribution of Public Notices Notices were mailed or delivered to people on the attached list on dates indicated. Please note that Jane Gavin accepted 30 to be distributed on Lind Avenue ; Margaret Feaster accepted 115 to be distribu- ted to the top of the hill ; and Richard Neglay accepted 160 to be distributed to the balance of the area . Mr. Neglay indicated he would work with Mrs . Gavin and Mrs . Feaster to be sure the entire area was covered . _,Csv p V(' leV 7 ,-x .-i- I _ ., ,r �7J ,� ) 1s` r,,, 1 �- rarlerlifirafrainirillnklikli ag /'Atininill . - ` '/z ' - / _ I7 _ /: . I - ice'A'•- fC lL 2 a`C „....472. 0 fJ" )Jam mac ;- - �/ -,-.>: S `f.> ->> n�' ' I I, ..,,//A /-4•Ix .. ri--74/ 17.7 ._ Ai IllIllIlljaMllIllIllIllIllIll11M1111- (2'7v -, ) r-d? ' ic. I 4 ...�r v , /,u,, '/ I �� r 2, <,,`, _ It es (�3 Y, , I °` � ' I a7J- -+r l • I i _ sip . 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I • 1 i I ,ts. i 1 i 11 itr i il 1 if 1 ‘ . Li Li \‘4tal Li L I L L i Li ' Lai GENERAL LOCATION: AND, OR ADDRESS: THE NORTHWEST SECTION OF THE CITY FROM TAYLOR AVENUE N .W. TO THE WEST CITY LIMITS LEGAL. DESCRIPTION: AND RENTON AVENUE TO THE NORTH CITY LIMITS AS FOLLOWS: (1) LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE COMPRE- HENSIVE PLAN (2) REVIEW OF EXISTING ZONING I S POSTED TO NOTIFY PROPERTY OWNERS OF 711, '. ,.. •Pi -.': F. h‘c! , :4Li A TO BE HELD IN CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, MUNICIPAL BUILDING ON MAY 23, 1979 BEGINNING AT 8:30 P.M. M. CONCERNING ITEM [71 T1 REZONE 1-1 SPECIAL PERMIT ri SITE APPROVAL Fl WAIVER E SHORELINE MANAGERREMI PLEFEirt LiCITY COUNCIL REFERRAL--COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND EXISTING ZONING REVIEW FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL 235 2550 THIS NOTICE NOT TO BE REMOVED WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION 1 • Affidavit of Publication STATE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF KING ss. being first duly sworn on Theodora Thuney — oath,deposes and says that...-......is the ....,,,.., of NOTICE OF t,ullf Cl l PUBLIC HEARING THE RENTON RECORD-MANICLE, a new•paper pumas ed four(4) RENTON PLANNING times a week. That said newspaper is a legal newspaper and it is now and COMMISSION has been for more than six months prior to the date of publication referred RENTON,WASHINGTON to, printed and published in the English language continually as a news- A public hearing will be held paper published four(4)times a week in Kent,King County,Washington, by the Renton Planning and it is now and during all of said time was printed in an office maintained Commission at its regular at the aforesaid place of publication of said newspaper.That the Renton meeting in the council Record-Chronicle has been approved as a legal newspaper by order of the chambers, City Superior Court of the County in which it is published,to-wit,King County, Hall, R nton, Washington,, on May 23, 1979, at 8:30 p.m. to Washington.That the annexed is a consider: Public hearing THE NORTHWEST SECTION OF THE CITY FROM TAYLOR AVE. N.W. TO THE WEST CITY LIMITS AND RE- as it was published in regular issues(and NTON AVE. TO THE not in supplement form of said newspaper) once each issue for a period NORTH CITY LIMITS AS FOLLOWS: (1).Land uSe element of of consecutive issues,commencing on the the Review ehensive plan R 1 ( ) Review of existing' zoning dayof All interested persons to �� 1$ ,and ending the said pe titions Pr- -may / p titions are invited to be present at the planning commission meeting on May day of ,19 both dates 23, 1979 at 8:30 p.m. to inclusive, and that such newspaper was regularly distributed to its sub express their opinions. scribers during all of said period. That the full amount of the fee Anthone Mola char ed for the fore oin Secretary g g g publication is the sum of $ ... ., which Renton Planning has been paid in full at the rate of per folio of one hun$rilo ds for the n first insertion and per folio of one hundred words for each subsequent Commission insertion. Published in the Daily Re- cord Chronicle May 13, 1979.R5549. ,;- Chief Clerk Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of 13 19 may 79 j— , �0 F ��\ Notary Public in and'for the State of Washington,, , /0 /it. ,>~ /1', residing at Kent, King County. LD O ("TY' — Passed by the Legislature,1955,known as Senate Bill 281,effective June t✓ ``*„•••• ISTy 9th, 1955. 37 ••.•••�•` 1:„�, �+� —Western Union Telegraph Co. rules for counting words and figures, / adopted by the newspapers of the State. • �Y, ��C V.P.C.Form No.87 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION RENTON , WASHINGTON A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION AT ITS REGULAR MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS , CITY HALL , RENTON , WASHINGTON , ON MAY 23 , 1979 , AT 8 : 30 P . M. TO CONSIDER: THE NORTHWEST SECTION OF THE CITY FROM TAYLOR AVE . N . W, TO THE WEST CITY LIMITS AND RENTON AVE . TO THE NORTH CITY LIMITS AS FOLLOWS : ( 1 ) LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ( 2 ) REVIEW OF EXISTING ZONING ALL INTERESTED PERSONS TO SAID PETITIONS ARE INVITED TO BE PRESENT AT THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING ON MAY 23 , 1979 AT 8 : 30 P . M. TO EXPRESS THEIR OPINIONS . ANTHONE MOLA , SECRETARY PUBLISHED May 13 , 1979 RENTON PLANNING COMMISSION CERTIFICATION I , STEVE MUNSON , HERBY CERTIFY THAN THREE COPIES OF THE ABOVE DOCUMENT WERE POSTED BY ME IN THREE CONSPICUOUS PLACES ON THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED ABOVE AS PRESCRIBED BY LAW. ATTEST : Subscrib 'd and sworn to before me , a Notary Public , SIGNEDjtie704.6•04024 on the A" day of 19 L j O PLANNING COMMISSION o RENTON, WASHINGTON Z. a Q MUNICIPAL BUILDING • RENTON,WASHINGTON 93055 • 235r2550 42 `ate J-04) CAPIT1kl May 9 , 1979 TO : Planning Commission Members FROM : Ordinance Development Committee RE : REVIEW OF THE LAND USE AND ZONING , NORTHWEST QUADRANT OF THE CITY - CITY COUNCIL REFERRAL ( APRIL 9 , 1979 ) The City Council at its meeting of April 9th established a 90-day construction moratorium on multiple dwellings , includ- ing condominiums , commercial , and industrial buildings for the West Hill Area ( note attached resolution ) . The Council then referred the matter of land use and zoning to the Plan- ning Commission for review ( note City Council minutes of April 9 , 1979 ) . In view of the referral ,there are two items before the Commission : 1 . The Comprehensive Land Use Element . 2 . The existing zoning. Recognizing that the Comprehensive Plan is a separate issue from the zoning question , these two items should be considered on an individual basis , appropriately at separate public hearings . In the interest of expediting the request of the City Council , the Ordinance Development Committee recommends that the Planning Commission conduct public hearings on two questions the same evening but as separate items on the agenda . The matter of the Comprehensive Plan should be considered first and the zoning issue thereafter. The Committee further recommends that a special public hearing meeting by the Planning Commission be designated to consider these items on May 23 , 1979 . Attachments CITY OP RENTON, WASHINGTON RESOLUTION NO. 2264 WHEREAS it has teal determined by the City Council that serious problems may reazlt in the northwest quadrant of the City as hereinafter more particularly des,.,rribed if unlimited construction is permitted for eny multiple dwellin,•s, including condominiums, or commercial or industrial buildings, due to insufficient and inadecuate street access for L'ress and ecss,and in particular for access by emergency vehicles, and that such existing problems may seriously affect the public health, safety and well-beLeg of the community, and in particular the residents within the area, end WHEREAS the City Council h;.s heretofore passed an Ordinance changing the Comprehensive Use Plan d igrstion for the within described area to a single family residential designation Le viers of the ahcve mentioned prcblems, among others, and WHEREAS the City Ceu::cil has referred the subject of streets in the hereafter dcccribcd area to the Plarnirig and Development Committee, end WHEREAS it is deemed to be in the beot interest of the City to establish a moratorium on certain construction pendirig completion of the present studies and reviews, includ:.rg public hearings thereon, NOW THEREFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF TIiL CITY OF RENTON, WASIHINGTON U.) RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I: The above statements and recitals are hereby found to be true and correct ect in all respects. SECTION II: In furtherance of the public health, safety and general welfare, there is hereby declared a moratorium for the construction, improvement and alteration ci any multiple e;,ertmcnt bu^diegs, condominiums, commercial and/or industrial facili- ties of every type and nature, fee a period of ninety (CO) days from date hereof, and relating to the following described territcry: The Northwest section of the City from Taylor Ave. NW to the Nest City linite and Renton Ave. to the North City Limits. In the event that the study and review of the zoning in the above described area has not been completed within the ninety day period, then this Resolution shall be renewed, without further action cf the City Council, for an additional period of sixty (60) days. ' SCCTIOti MI The within described moratorium shall not apply to existing y v� -C il'c� 'o APR 1 z ?�7t j `ri;.. -tip / 0.7 ' ' f Resolution No. 2 64 multiple apartment buiidi.•tp, condominiums, single family or duplex dwell.n�,3 or the renovation, repair or maintenance of them. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 9th day of April, 1979. be.cres A. Mead, city e. APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 9th day of April, 1979. Cnarles Jy Deiaurenti, Mayor Approved es to form: 1 (� , l.awronce J. Warren, City Attorney AMO Renton City Council 4/9/79 Page 4 OLD BUSINESS - Continued Planning and MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHANE, ITEM 9.a. OF AGENDA BE PRESENTED. Development CARRIED. Hearing Examiner decision recommended approval to R-3 Committee Report zone concerning request for rezone of property located on the south- Anton and Millie west corner NE Sunset Boulevardand Anacortes Ave. NE from "G" to Althoff Rezone "B-1 ." Rezone requested by Anton Althoff to permit future commercial R-272-78 use of the subject site. Applicant requested reconsideration on 3/12 and Appeal which was denied by the Examiner. The rezone was appealed to the City Council on 3/19/79, objecting that designation of his property as buffer strip was improper and capricious. Planning and Development Committee Chairman Perry presented committee report having considered appeal of Anton and Millie Althoff rezone 272-79 and recommended that the City Council modify the decision of the Hearing Examiner to approve B-1 zoning for one acre in the northwestern corner of the site as requested by the applicant and R-3 for remainder of property; affirming decision of the Hearing Examiner. Report listed determined errors of fact and law and that zoning of both properties shall be subject to the retention of the existing substantial trees and Honey- dew Creek, if possible and desirable upon review of specific site development. The report also recommended that the area between the commercial designation at Union and Sunset and Duvall and Sunset be referred to the Planning Commission for review and a change in the Comprehensive Plan, if necessary. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHINPOCH, COUNCIL CONCUR IN PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT AND REFER MATTER TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE.* Discussion ensued. Wall map used for pointing out question area. Councilman Clymer noted appeal by Mr. Althoff was for the one acre only. Larry Brown, 11715 NE 145th, Kirkland, Real Estate representative for Mr. Althoff., explained location of property. MOTION CARRIED; Councilman Stredicke requested his NO vote be recorded; Councilman Shane requested his YES vote recorded; also restaurant under construction. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND CLYMER, CONCUR IN PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REPORT TO REFER AREA AT UNION NE, NE SUNSET AND DUVALL NE TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR REVIEW OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. CARRIED; Councilman Stredicke requested his NO vote be recorded. West Hill Councilman Perry recalled Council referral of 4/2/79 of streets Streets in the i in the area of the 90-Day Moratorium on multiple building to the Moratorium Area Planning and Development Committee. Councilwoman Shinpoch left the Chambers and took no part in any discussion or action on this matter. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHANE REFER THE MATTER OF STREETS IN THE WEST HILL AREA TO THE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RATHER THAN PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. ROLL CALL: 4-AYE: PROCTOR, PERRY, CLYMER, SHANE; ONE NO: STREDICKE. CARRIED. ,MOVED BY SIRE1ICKE, SUQN1L HANE_, LAND USE AND ZONING OF THE WEST HILL AREA BE REFERRED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR REVIEW. CARRIED-Councilwoman Shinpoch returned to the Chambers. Traffic Jam Councilman Shane requested parking be eliminated from Park Ave. North Renton during shift change and peak hours as 3:00 to 5:0(' p.m. to ease traffic congestion; also include North Renton Streets of 3rd and 4th. Mayor Delaurenti reterred the subject to the Public Works Director for referral to the Traffic Engineering Department. Street Vacation Councilman Stredicke requested costs of continuing public hearing Costs for street vacation, noting $100 fee for the vacation, inquirying if additional charge required for hearing continuation. Mayor Delaurenti asked Public Works Director and City Clerk to reply. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Ways and Means The Ways and Means Committee Chairman Clymer presented report recom- Committee Report mending second and final readings of the following ordinances (on first reading 4/9/79) : Ordinance #3306 An ordinance was read rezoning property located at 516 Williams Ave. Hyland Rezone S. from R-1 to R-3, known as the Hyland Rezone. MOVED BY CLYMER, R-305-79 SECOND PERRY, ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. I r 11 /(l)1 I y , ,r,0 i G� fir' f' ,_...--- t rentor. , Ai r: -ton . 0 )— ri i 9 4, , The Honorable Charles Tel- urenti , r - yor, city of P.en.tor Renton,. - ashinrton o?r55 [ rear '. yor T'elaurer.ti : r •<. ;(r. Ii Pry primary puros e in writing to you is to reoue:,t that -;i,1 k that an Environmental Impii ct Statement he issue i on the 1 ropo ed construction of =keviF::.' 'lower., on r,est Hill• of Renton. cc I feel that it i:. e: tremelr ir•,orta ;t t:- , .t the _t' o; : _,_-t•-.r develop an i rtel1iCer.t, fair, enviro1a':e llv _ )uhl l - ran re plan rer'-r•'ir;- the con-tructi:•r: o=. hi[11- 2r - •:.t_-:i dwelii.rrs in the city. I am Foirr to try to -e 1orics . and constructive on the to- _c o. Lakeview tower- . " rnar2r:i-1y rothir.-- c.� be citr.1. - tt: 1,o Char, the past errors in the zonin,r to . - nd - or h _ - cc t• r:c _ of application for a built in-- .sermi t for conctruc ;ion! of l k,:view Towers . othinc , th-t _.-, unle:: s the • f aver:: rf _'enter- oar raise the monies to take the ca.::e to court . I cannot co.::^reh; why T'enton citizens L-•re to ray for the -:oor judr-rent u....„ the City of Renton in this matter. `''hen Iakeview '72 ;era approached the C _.t;, of .ler.tor:, it .-hcui : have been evident that a condominium v;ci l , totally oru::h recidenti 1 nei t t:bcrhoor .est Fill i .: : ri.maril : is-- _ -r•_ .,i _ residential area . "'here =re only three artmer.�tt tor. • _ . . consider allowi an R(-ui.it condo^':iniur. in thi:. o , are v�� new concert th,t requires deep tholv-ht 7rd lcnr-_-.nf: _r . On October 25, 1078, the rublic :.orks P•e,artmer.t i::;su:, : declaration log.' �r cf non-s-irni fi cance reouirinr no enviro ' en a i impact statement from l a kevi.e\. o.;:e: .. . -L u e._, the . i ty 01 I really feel that the construction of a ..I:•.-..T :=:Y condo* ir.iui A.11 not have 2 sirnificant and harmful impact on the est ;:ill'. :h.. traffic ramifications wi11 be ilorr.'na out ^r.ci the added .rrd r.r of fire protection and police control rill take in-de:;th '1=rnir, roes anyone realize that 7_ of these units are in r.0 ...i.: -:•tore towers") Close your eyes and imagine City Fall or the _.verF reen Puildinr perched or, the back of this hill, towering above; 11. the little single-family homes which cluster around its t ..e . (City H^1l is seven stories hii•h, the _verrreen Iuildinr s; 1. stories hirh, and the Sheraton Inn is f i v.; stories high. ' netts are the only buildir.gr in the city of -.er.ton which are ov r .fr'ir stories in • I race lay 7 . 197o The building of condomiriums is a vast new field . There are going to be many landmark cases in court in the near future. rally builders are watching this Lakeview Towers case to see what the final decision will be . Remember, we are not talking about a duplex , triplex, or even a. small apartment building. This is an 86-unit, six-story condominium, smack in the middle of a residential area . The City Council has tried to help us, but every time they have made an intelligent move , they have been advised by the City Attorney that they cannot act. One has the feeling that it is all right for the ta::pa.yer to stick his neck out, but not the City. Is the construction of this large development more impor- tant than the O families on ,Vest Hill? There has been talk that part of this protest is politically motivated. It did not begin this way. but if we are not helped in this matter, it nav- become a political issue . If someone checked the ', e: Hill voting precincts, it wou2d he found that the perc_•n,t= Fe of active voters is considerably higher th=.n many are'; : . In conclusion, rayor Delaurenti, T wish to repeat ry reouest that you ask that an Environmental Impact Jta tement be issued on the Lakeview Towers construction. The re:sidents of ;:eat I'.ill are now experiencing* the results of outmoded policy r;lanninF by the City. Thus , I also ask thr, t the :-1 nning Commission keen this classic case in mind and formulate consistent policies , z.nd in the future require an Envir. onnentl irntact _tatement on all multiple-buiidinr construction in the City of 7 enton. • very truly yourL , siK.,•-/ /tit( ;. . .71tr:c: , Raphael cc : gaily Record Chronicle Public Works Director. • Planning Director I!f /` May 6, . 1979 • TO: Mayor Charles Delaurenti 18 1V. Renton City Council City, of Renton Building Department 9 " City Hall 'LA, j 100 Mill St. NG D�� Renton , WA 98055 The below list of requirements are submitted for your attention from the West Hill Community. The West Hill Community by now are no strangers to you and we are further asking that the following requests be signed and approved by the above mentioned parties: 1. The Building Permit for the condominiums on the West Hill was applied for at the time when the two parking space per living unit was required. We would like this to remain at a two parking space limit instead of the variance of 1.5 being applied. 2. No dynamiting at all ; on streets or condominium site. 3. No disruption from use of public roads for the residents in the area. 4. Repair driveways to present conditions or better. 5. No work hours during weekdays past 5:00 pm or earlier than 7:30 am. 6. No weekend work hours at all . 7. Residents will be free from any costs for any repair on streets, sewers, constructions cost, and pertaining to any LID which might occur. 8. Rockery or bulkhead be installed along Lind Avenue where street will be widened , instead of leaving a drop-off cliff. Signed: C4r� ,r~� aT a r� r1 V\ y ��y �h Date Renton City Council 4/23/79 Page 2 AUDIENCE COMMENT No Parking Bruce McKay, 241 Factory Ave. N. , inquired re posting of no Signs parking signs in his area with no warning of a traffic revision. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND CLYMER REFER TO MAYOR'S OFFICE. CARRIED. Objection to Robin Little, 264 Maple Ave. NW, requested council keep all Lakeview Towers factors in mind before authorizing permits for development of Lakeview Towers property. Patricia Raphael , inquired about requirements of publishing Declaration of Non-Significance. City Clerk Mead noted publishing was not required. Barbara Little, 264 Maple Ave. NW, commented on no requirements for publication of Declaration of Non-Significance. Following discussion it was MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND CLYMER TO REFER MATTER OF PUBLICATIONS AND APPEAL TO THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. ROLL CALL: 4-AYE: STREDICKE, PROCTOR, CLYMER, TRIMM; 2-NO: PERRY, SHANE. MOTION CARRIED. Sandy Webb, 264 Chelan Ave. SE, noted his concern for the residents of West Renton. Council President Shinpoch left the Chambers and took no part in any discussion or action on this matter. Steve Mennet, 11632-140th Ave. SE, inquired of lack of notice regarding previously discussed annexation. City Clerk Mead noted list of twelve (12) locations of posting in the area. Recess MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND SHANE, TO RECESS. CARRIED. Council recessed at 9:20 p.m. and reconvened at 9:35 p.m. Roll Call : All council members present. OLD BUSINESS Public Safety Public Safety Committee Chairwoman Proctor presented Committee Report report recommending an amendment to the Parking and Fire Lane Loading Regulations Ordinance regarding fire lanes and Ordinance that the matter be referred to the Ways and Means Committee. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND CLYMER TO CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See later adoption of Ordinance #3312. ) "Scared Straight" Public Safety Committee report recommended the Police Department Program be authorized to start the program "Scared Straight" and that $650 be authorized for purchase of the film. *MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND PROCTOR TO CONCUR IN THE RECOMMENDATION AND REFER THE MATTER TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. AMENDING MOTION BY CLYMER, SECOND SHANE TO REFER MATTER OF FUNDING TO THE ADMINISTRATION. CARRIED. *ORIGINAL MOTION CARRIED AS AMENDED. LEAA Funding Public Safety Committee report recommended the Police Department be authorized to apply for LEAA funding for continuation of a program started a year ago and refer the matter to Ways and Means Committee for the proper resolution. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND PROCTOR TO CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED. (See later adoption of Resolution #2271. ) Ways and Means Ways and Means Committee Chairman Clymer presented report Committee Report recommending concurrence in the Mayor's appointment of Fred J. Appointment of Kaufman to the position of Land Use Hearing Examiner. MOVED Land Use Hearing BY PERRY, SECOND SHANE TO CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. Examiner - Fred J. CARRIED. Mayor Delaurenti introduced Mr. Kaufman and noted Kaufman the appointment will be effective May 1, 1979. Appointment to Ways and Means Committee report recommended concurrence in the Human Rights and Mayor's appointment of Peggy Cummins to the Human Rights and Affair Commission Affairs Commission. (Term effective to 4/25/80. ) MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND PROCTOR TO CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION. CARRIED. Renton City Council 4/16/79 Page 6 CORRESPONDENCE AND CURRENT BUSINESS Valley General Letter from Valley General Hospital , Asst. Administrator, Dennis Hospital Popp, enclosed copy of 1979 contract with King County Emergency E.M.S. Medical Services (EMS) Dvn. to fund the Valley Medic I Program April through September 1979. The letter explained the Provider Group at its March meeting recommended approval of the contract with language deleted referencing "User Fees" as deleted in the 1978 contract. The letter requested approval contingent on a contract funding amount satisfactory to the Provider Group. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND CLYMER, REFER TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. Substitute Motion by Perry, Seconf Proctor approve contract as written. SUBSTITUTE MOTION FAILED. MOTION CARRIED TO REFER TO COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Vacation of Letter from Radford & Co. , Colin W. Radford President, requested Easement release of easement and deed to Kennydale 405, a Washington State Joint Venture. The letter explained easement was abandoned in favor of a better location on the property and at time of recording the Engineering Dept. inadvertently neglected to withdraw the subject easement (7508200650) . Letter of approval for release of easement was presented from Public Works Director Gonnason. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND SHANE, COUNCIL CONCUR AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR AND CLERK TO SIGN AGREEMENT. CARRIED. NEW BUSINESS "Scared Councilman Perry presented newspaper article by John Hamer concern- Straight" ing adoption of the use of documentary "Scared Straight" shown recently on TV, wherein young offenders are taken into prison and talk to hardened criminals. Also included was note of approval of use of the film from Renton's Crime Prevention Officer, Arnie Hubner. Upon discussion questioning jurisdiction over juveniles, it was MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHINPOCH, REFER SUBJECT TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Councilman Shane requested information on revenue received, noting Utility tax should be reduced proportionately to more funds received than budgeted. AUDIENCE COMMENT Sandy Webb, 264 Chelan Ave. NE, expressed belief that Council should have vacated entire portion of California Ave. as no objections were received from fee owner. Objection to Robin Little, 264 Maple NW, inquired of Council action rescinding Lakeview Towers requirement for environmental impact statement for building in Northwest section and asked vested rights with submittal of petition at public hearing in October 1978, petition bearing 300 signatures opposing multiple construction. Council President Shinpoch left the Chambers and took no part in any discussion or in action on this matter. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHANE, COUNCIL MEETING ADJOURN. CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 11 :55 p.m. . 7n Delores A. Mead, C.M.C. City Clerk (-.Ne CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON RESOLUTION NO. 2 2 E a WHEREAS it has been determined by the City Council that serious problems may result in the northwest quadrant of the City u hereinafter more particularly described if unlimited construction is permitted for any multiple dwellings, including condominiums, or commercial or industrial buildings, due to insufficient and inadequate street cccess for ingress and egress, and in particular for access by emergency vehicles, and that such existing problems may seriously affect the public health, safety and well-being of the community, end in particular the residents within the area, and WHEREAS the City Council has heretofore passed an Ordinance changing the Comprehensive Use Flan designation for the within described area to a single family residential designation in view of the above mentioned problems, among others, and WHEREAS the City Council has referred the subject of streets in the hereafter described area to the Planning and Development Committee, and WHEREAS it is deemed to be in the best interest of the City to establish a moratorium on certain construction pending completion of the present studies and reviews, including public hearings thereon, NOW THEREFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON IA) RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I: The above statements and recitals are hereby found to be true and correct in all respects. SECTION II: In furtherance of the public health, safety and general welfare, there is hereby d-clarod a moratorium for the construction, improvement and alteration of any multiple apartment buildings, condominiums, commercial and/or industrial facili- ties of every type and nature, for a period of ninety (90) days from date hereof, and relating to the following described territory: The Northwest section of the City from Taylor Ave. NW to the West City limits and Renton Ave. to the North City Limits. In the event that the study and review of the zoning in the above described area has not been completed within the ninety day period, then this Resolution shall be renewed, without further action of the City Council, for an additional period of sixty (60) days. F R \ SECTION III: The within described moratorium shall not apply to existing ,vim �ECEiVEo o/ \, APR 12 /97, .n �_ • y,� page 2 r 4.'/ Resolution No. 2264 • /' multiple apartment buildings, condominiums, single family or duplex dwellings or the renovation, repair or maintenance of them. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 9th day of April, 1979. Delores A. Mead, City Cle at APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 9th day of April, 1979. 6-161'"4 .Lik...tk.. t.k. - Charles )1 elaurenti, Mayor Approved as to form: .y // _ / ' i!t/tf1••�•t� Lawrence J. Warred; City Attorney it II . • Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting April 11 , 1979 Page Nine 4 . LIAISON COMMITTEE Chairman Walker noted that the Committee had not met this month . The Planning and Development Committee is beginning review of the Policies Element. 5 . NEWCASTLE COMMUNITY PLAN COMMITTEE Commissioner Schellert reviewed Committee progress for the Commission , including alternatives for consideration by the Newcastle Planning Technical Committee . The Planning Director noted that he had attended the technical advisory committee meeting and advised the Commission relative to its composition and approach. B . OTHER COUNCIL REFERRALS : The Chairman noted that at the Council meeting of April 9 , 1979 , referrals had been made to the Planning Commission regarding the West Hill area of the City and the area in the vicinity of Sunset Boulevard N . E . and Duvall Avenue N . E . in the Northeast Quadrant. Background from the Planning Director was requested. COUNCIL REFERRAL - WEST HILL - NORTHWESTERLY QUADRANT The Planning Director described the area as that area west- erly of Taylor Avenue N .W . and northerly of Renton Avenue in the Northwest Quadrant of the City . The Council has requested Planning Commission review of land use and zoning in this area . It was noted by Councilman Perry that the Council placed a ninety-day moratorium on multiple building in this area ; and , therefore , they are expecting a response from the Commission before it expires . Discussion ensued among the Commissioners relative to the time-frame , the necessity for and/or ability to schedule a public hearing within the stated time , availability of a committee to study the matter. the need for definition of the request , Commissioner Teegarden ' s membership on the Comprehensive Planning Committee and residence in the subject area , the possibility of scheduling a special public meeting , and the appropriateness of considering the zoning as well as the Comprehensive Plan . IT WAS THEN ACTION: MOVED BY SCHEDLLERT, SECONDED BY PORTER, THAT THE COUNCIL REFERRAL REGARDING THE NORTHWEST QUADRANT BE REFERRED TO THE ORDINANCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FOR STUDY AND RECOMMENDA- TION. MOTION CARRIED. COUNCIL REFERRAL - SUNSET/DUVALL The Planning Director described the area as the northeasterly quadrant along Sunset Boulevard N . E . , westerly of Duvall Ave- nue N . E . The request is to study the land use designations in the area . Discussion indicated the possibility that it could be included with the Commission ' s study of the North- east Quadrant , AND IT WAS ACTION: MOVED BY TEEGARDEN, SECONDED BY HANIS, THAT THE COUNCIL RE- FERRAL IN REGARD TO THE AREA OF NORTHEAST SUNSET BOULEVARD . 1 Renton Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting April 11 , 1979 Page Ten AND DUVALL AVENUE N.E. BE REFERRED TO THE SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE. MOTION CARRIED. NEIGHBORHOOD STRATEGY AREA The Planning Director advised that a presentation regarding the Neighborhood Strategy Area Program will be made at 11 :00 a . m. , April 13 , 1979 , in the Renton Library . He noted that it is a signing ceremony regarding a joint undertaking by King County , the City of Renton , and the City of Auburn and involves multi -family housing rehabilitation under the hous- ing redevelopment program. It will be attended by King County Executive Spellman and Congressman Lowry . Commission members were invited . NEW FIRE STATION The Planning Director advised that the new Renton Fire Sta- tion dedication has been scheduled for April 16th at 4 : 00 p . m. and will be attended by Senator Jackson . As there was no further business before the Commission , IT WAS MOVED BY TEEGARDEN , SECONDED BY BUCKINGHAM, THAT THE MEETING BE ADJOURNED. MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 11 : 50 p.m. Anthone Mola , Secretary 1 Joan Walker, Chairman A • Mayor Charles Delaurenti April 10, 1979 City of Renton 200 Mills South Renton, WA 98055 Dear Mayor Delaurenti : Re: The proposed multiple dwelling development of Lakevie., Terrace Condominiums along 2nd Place N.W. and 2nd Street N.W. it Renton. In last night 's City Council meeting, you and the members of the City Council expressed the lack cf knowledge of my letter of October 10, 1978, requesting an envirom,-,,ental impact statement on Lakeview Terrace. I am attaching a copy of that letter which apparently was received by those copied: Department of Public Works , Planning Department , and Building Department. In that letter, I requested that public hearings be requested before the envirorrental impact statement is accepted and that such public hearings be prominently posted to the residents in the area so that we may attempt to protect our property rights. Further, last night at about 11 :30 p.m. you recessed the discussion on this subject with the comment that you and the Council had just voted to request a full environmental impact statement on the proposed project. Sa-eho4, I didn' t quite understand that vote in that vein, I understood the vote was to continue the discussion until next Monday night while you and the Council took the matter under advisement. In any event, I hope that the enclosed copy of my letter of October 10 will finally be read in the Council hearing and copies given to the Council members - as I intended it to be when I wrote it. Yours very truly, /• .� TAT ,`' ! Robin E. Little _ 264 Maple Avenue N.W. 1 �- ' Renton, WA 98055 N. Y t1`L /!.1 • cc: Department of Public Works Planning Department ✓- �� trR 1 1 1.1. Building Department City Attorney I(' n.-P ;�,i October 10, 1978 Mayor Charles Delaurenti City of Renton 200 Mills South Renton, WA 98055 • Dear Mayor Delaurenti : Re: The proposed multiple dwelling development of Lakeview Terrace Condominiums along 2nd Place N.W. and 2nd Street N.W. in Renton. This is to request that a full and complete Environmental Impact Statement be required before a building permit is issued. Such an EIS should speak to the following: a. Population growth and impact. b. Schools c. Neighborhood shock due to development of property (blasting, underground creeks , removal of green growth which would cause an uncontrollable water runoff on the hill , larger water mains, other utilities, etc. ) d. Noise e. Lowering of property values. f. Added costs to present residents in providing the required access of utilities and streets due to the development as planned. g. Impact on wildlife, birds, animals, etc. h. No park system or recreational facilities for old or new population. i . Controlling natural water and snow runoff. A Traffic Flow Impact study should also be made to speak to the following: a. Extremely limited access, especially for the high number of proposed living units. b. The arterial of Taylor Avenue is already overcrowded. c. The side streets , Maple and Lind, each have only one lane, and are not able to handle the present traffic adequately. d. The King County traffic study indicates each unit of such a development generates seven (7) trips daily, a conservative estimate, consider this in the context of the proposed 86 units. e. Winter congestion will cause parking on all primary and secondary access roads since both 2nd Ave and 2nd Place will be impassable 1 at the slightest frost, let alone snow or ice, even if the the present grade is lowered as proposed. f. Feasibilityoof lowering the grade level of 2nd Place and 2nd Streetto 15 at all points, not just an average, as requested by the Fire Department (as per Mr. Gonnason statement) . • • Mayor C. belaurenti October 10, 1978 Page 2 g. Noise caused by vehicles shifting gears when going up the hill . h. What do the other city services say about access to this area? i . The impact on present residents of those streets by this street lowering was not even addressed. Mr. Gonnaspn state at a public hearing that the present grade is between 17 and 18 which would require reduction of two (2) to three (3) feet for every 100 feet of roadway -- and it is 200 feet to Maple and another 200 feet to Lind up 2nd Place N.W. We cannot take another 4 to 6 feet lowering at Maple. You might as well close off Lind if 2nd Place is lowered 8 to 12 feet. j. It was stated at the public hearing that widening of the adjacent streets could only be charged to abutting property owners under an LID; however, just the presence of such a large development, through no effort or desire of the present property owners, would force the widening of both Lind and Maple against the wishes of those residents. Just the force of sheer numbers of vehicles generated by the multiple dwelling development, some 600 trips daily (per King County) , would widen the streets much as a balloon does when filled with air. This situation could blow up in the city' s face. k. Finally, as it was noted in the Public Hearing, there will be more units in the proposed development than the present number of homes in the affected surrounding area. Public hearings are requested before the Environmental Impact Statement is accepted, before the Traffic Flew Impact Study is consummated, and also before a building permit is issued for this extremely controversial expensive and obnoxious project is allowed to break ground. Please see that such public hearings are prominently posted to the residents in the area so that we may attempt to protect our property rights. outs ry trLlV Robin E. Little Farbara N. Little 264 Maple Ave. N. W. Renton WA 98055 cc: Department of Public Works Planning Department Building Department • 656 Lind Avenue Northwest Renton, Washington 98055 April 9, 1979 .� aECEIvEb 0-\ The Honorable Charles Delaurenti 0 Mayor, City of Renton APR 9 1979 Renton, Washington 98055 City Council Members City of Rentontij R�, '' Renton, Washington 98055 N Dear Mayor Delaurenti and City Council Members: SUBJECT: LA} VIEW TOWERS CONDOMINIUMS As residents of the West Hill community of Renton, we are opposed to the construction of the Lakeview Towers Condominiums and any similar high-density, multi-family construction which will endanger the single- family character of our community. We urge you, and all those receiving copies of this letter, to view the site for the proposed Lakeview Towers Condominiums, drive on the access roads (Northwest Second Street, North- west Second Place, Lind Avenue Northwest, Maple Avenue Northwest), and examine the building plans submitted by the developers. While so doing, we ask that you consider our following concerns: Population 1. This project consists of 90 units (as stated on the building permit application) on approximately three acres, or 30 units per acre. By comparison, the condominium project proposed by CGH International consists of 483 units on 46 acres, or 1011- units per acre. The Lake- view Towers project will have almost three times the population im- pact on our immediate area as will the CGH project on the area for which it is proposed. 2. The population of the access roads will be increased by over 100%. The population of the West Hill community as a whole will be in- creased by approximately 50%. Traffic and Road Improvements 1. In reviewing the Environmental Checklist prepared by the developers, Clinton E. Morgan of Traffic Engineering states, '. ..the existing vehicle volume plus the estimated 680 vehicle trips generated by the proposed development cannot use the existing roadway accesses safely. The roadway as it exists is inadequate." 7 The Honorable Charles Delaurenti City Council Members Page 2 April 9, 1979 2. The financial burden of adequate access for these condominiums will be borne by the property owners on the access streets, not the developers. a. Because of the steep grade on Second Place and Second Street, Lind Avenue will become the major access to these condominiums. (Present residents of Second Place usually use Lind rather than Second Place.) Widening the single-lane portion of Lind Avenue to 20 feet, as proposed by the developers and approved by the Public Works Department, will still be inadequate for the amount of traffic this project will generate. Therefore, the residents of Lind will suffer an intolerable traffic situation,or they will be faced with an LID (voluntary or forced). b. The developers are required to improve only their side of Second Place and Second Street. The residents on these streets will be faced with the same situation as those on Lind. c. There are no plans to do anything with Maple Avenue, although this street will undoubtedly attract the traffic of those attempt- ing- to avoid the congestion and inadequacies of the other streets. Thus, these residents may be faced with an LID also. ,�. The Fire Department has stated it cannot go up Second Place because of the steep grade. Access will be via Lind. Building A can only be reached from Second Place. Considering the topography of the inter- section of Lind Avenue and Second Place, we question whether the Fire Department will be able to negotiate the turn from Lind to Second and then into the parking area near Building A. • 4. Because of limited off-street parking, many cars are parked on Lind, often narrowing the two-lane section to one lane. Suggested parking restrictions will be an added hardship for these residents, especially those whose homes were built--and approved--just last year with no off-street parking provided. 5. Present traffic volume causes delays at the intersections of Renton Avenue and Taylor Avenue, and Rainier Avenue and Northwest Third Place. The estimated increase in traffic generated by Lakeview Towers will further increase congestion and delays at these intersections. 6. The intersections of Taylor and Maple, Taylor and Lind, and especially Taylor and Stevens are already extremely hazardous. The added traffic will make them even more dangerous. Since there is no alternate route out of our area we cannot avoid these intersections. 7. The increased traffic on roads with no sidewalks and almost non- existent shoulders will become a threat to the safety of our child- ren who must use these roads for walking to and from school or the school bus stop. _ .The speed with which traffic travels on Taylor increases the danger. The Honorable Charles Delaurenti City Council Members Page 3 April 9, 1979 The Geology of the Area 1. The hillside in the vicinity of the proposed condominiums is pre- dominately rock, requiring extensive blasting for construction. (Often more than originally anticipated.) a. The building plans submitted specify four-inch, reinforced concrete slabs on the present grade. We question whether this is feasible and, if not, whether extensive blasting will be permitted. b. Widening and regrading of Lind will require blasting as there are rock outcroppings in the road right-of-way. c. Past blasting on this hillside has caused cracking and/or settling of foundations, carports, and rockeries. 2. The hillside also has many underground springs. The blasting could divert natural flows, thereby causing problems with wash-outs and erosion. Parks and Recreation Facilities 1. There are no nearby parks or recreation facilities for the residents of this area. The only playground of any type on the west side of Rainier Avenue, within the city limits, is still under construction. It is two miles away from the West Hill area and on the other side of a major thoroughfare. 2. . The developers plan no outside recreation facilities. Where will the children play? 3. We believe the population increase without recreation facilities will lead to increased vandalism in our area. The Precedent for Future High-Density, Multi-Family Construction 1. We believe this condominium project will open the door for additional condominium projects in our community. a. We request that all residents be properly notified of any proposed zoning changes. b. We request that the City hold firm to the current single-family zoning of the rest of the community. , 2. We are also concerned about adjacent King County areas which are potential sites for multi-family dwellings and which may be annexed by the City of Renton in the future. i The Honorable Charles Delaurenti City Council Members Page 1; April 9, 1979 Reduction of Property Value 1. The increased traffic and dense population--.and all of their associated problems--will reduce the quality of living in community and therebyreduce our the value of our property. 2. Construction of six-story buildings will totally obstruct the view of the undeveloped property adjacent to the west of the site.owners of this property will experience a vast reduction in the value of their property. In view of the above concerns we request that you: 1. Pass a resolution directing Mr. Gonnason, the Public Works Director, to deny the issuance of a building permit for this project. (As in the denial of a permit for Shell Oil to build tank farms in the Valley. ) 2. Void the 1967 spot zoning of this property and upgrade it to the single-family classification which is consistent with the current Comprehensive Plan. (As in the recent rezoning on Renton Hill.) We believe that the severe impact on our community by a development of this magnitude was not fully recognized by the Public Works Department. Therefore, we also request that the Declaration of Non-significance be rescinded and a full and complete environmental impact statement be prepared. We would appreciate a brief outline of the steps the City must take to resolve this matter. Please include the approximate timing involved. Sincerely yours, THE WEST HILL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION C' • 1,c.'`. • Richard V. Neglay, President,/ Copies: City Attorney FireDepartment Hearing Examiner Parks and Recreation Department Planning Department Police Department Public Works Department Building Division Engineering Division Traffic Engineering Division Renton City Council 4/9/79 Page 2 PUBLIC HEARING - Continued Street Closure Persons present favoring closure: Gwen Smith; James McClelland, 1922 S. 18th St. Jones Ct. SE; Leslie Alberts, 1719 .18th Ct. SE; Dave Langley, 1833 SE 18th; Bonnie House, 1732 Jones Dr. SE; Laurie Johnson, 1626 Lincoln Ct. SE, George Poff, 1716 Lincoln Ct. SE; Jim Elder, 1633 Lincoln SE. Persons present opposing vacation due to ease of access and avoidance of congestion: Raymond Barry, 1625 Jones Dr. SE. Letter from Sherwood Brady, 1741 Jones Dr. SE, favored the vacation. Discussion ensued. Planning Director Ericksen explained condominium development proposed for area with orientation to Grant Ave. not S. 18th, with green belt between multiples and single family; also noting no single family residential access to 18th. Councilman Perry discussed vacation of the street. Upon Council inquiry, Fire Depart- ment Representative Phillips advised need for adequate access. Councilman Shane suggested cul de sac on S. 18th. MOVED BY STREDICKE , SECOND PERRY, CLOSE THE HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND CLYMER, SOUTH 18th STREET BE CLOSED FROM POINT OF ENTRANCE INTO ROLLING HILLS DEVELOPMENT TOWARD THE EAST. CARRIED. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHANE, REFER TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE FOR PROPER LEGISLATION. CARRIED. MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND PERRY, REFER POSSIBLE CUL DE SAC OF S. 13th STREET TO THE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE TO CONSULT WITH THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR EMERGENCY CONDITIONS. (Such as turn around for tire truck) . CARRIED. Recess MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND CLYMER, COUNCIL RECESS FOR FIVE MINUTES. CARRIED. Council ,,ecessed at 9: 10 p.m. and reconvened at 9:27 p.m. ROLL CALL: All present as previously shown. Street Vacation William Baron, Attorney for Boeing Company, reported he had not Public Hearing received the expected petition with signature of owner concerning Continued to previous street vacation for portion of California Ave. N. 4/16/79 MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND PERRY, CONTINUE PUBLIC HEARING FOR ONE (See Earlier) WEEK TO 4/16/79. CARRIED. AUDIENCE COMMENT Harry Venables, 407 W. Gowe, representing homeowners in the area of Objections to 7 West Hill , objected to proposed Lakeview Towers Condominium. Council- Multiple Dwelling woman Shinpoch left the Chambers declaring possible conflict of Northwest-Area interest and took no part in any discussion or action regarding this of City matter. Mr. Venables called attention to objection of citizens in area and requested Council cancel multiple zoning and deny building (Lakeview Tower;) permit. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND CLYMER, REMOVE ITEM 8.a. FROM THE COUNCIL AGENDA FOR READING. CARRIED. City Clerk Mead read letter from Wayne T. Carter, 463 Lind Ave. NW requesting denial of building permit for Lakeview Towers Condominiums proposed location between NW 2nd Ave. and NW 2nd Pl . between Maple and Stevens. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND STREDICKE, SUSPEND RULES AND PRESENT NEGLAY'S LETTER. CARRIED. Letter from Richard ideglay, 656 Lind Ave. NW, opposed the building of Lakeview Towers or any similar high-density, multi-family construction which would endanger the singe-family character of that Effective Date community and listed reasons for the opposition. Letter from Assistan , of Vesting of City Attorney, Dan Kellogg, explained building moratorium imposed Rights under by the City Council 4/2/79 would not be effective against any permits Building Permit for which application has been made prior to the enacting of that Application moratorium on building permits in the Northwest area of the City and cited court case of Parkridge v. Seattle ruling. Upon inquiry by Councilman Perry,City Attorney Warren explained moratorium is legal but application to this project depends on time of filing for building permit which occurred during office hours on 4/2, while the moratorium was enacted at the evening Council meeting 4/2/79 and would not affect this project. Upon further inquiry by Councilman Perry as to whether (See later Council has jurisdiction to deny the building permit, City Attorney Referral to advised that if applicant has zoning for their project and is on file Panning for declaration of negative impact, the City no longer has discretion Commission) to deny permit; also noting matter Administrative . Further discussion ensued regarding previous street vacation for portion of Lind Ave. NW denied by Council 10/2/78. City Attorney Warren explained Courtcase by Lakeview Towers Assoc. vs City, wherein street vacation was granted based on prior court decision 15 years ago. Attorney Gowe pointed out per Mr. Neglay' s letter contending zoning in area was spot zoning and improper, that it should be voided. Planning Director Ericksen advised ', that the present zoning was not classified as spot zoning and explained the Comprehensive Land Use Plan for the area. • Re ton City Council 4/9/79 Page 3 AUDIENCE COMMENT - Continued Resolution #2264 MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND PERRY, THE 90-DAY BUILDING MORATORIUM RESO- Moratorium on LUTION BE READ AT THIS TIME. CARRIED. City Clerk Mead read resolution Multiple Building placing 90 day moratorium for construction, improvement and alteration Northwest Section of any multiple apartment building, condo, commercial and/or industrial of City. facility in the northwest section of the City from Taylor Ave. NW to the West City Limits and Renton Ave. to the North City Limits. Ways and Means Committee Chairman Clymer reported committee recommendation for adoption. MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND STREDICKE, ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ.* Discussion ensued and City Attorney Warren noted the City cannot require additional conditions if building meets zoning regula- tions and the declaration filed of non-significant environmental impact. Councilman Clymer explained the moratorium allows time for study and review street access particularly for access by emergency vehicles and problems that may affect public health and safety. City Attorney Warren explained this moratorium does not affect prior application for multiple residential building. *ROLL CALL: 3-AYES; STREDICKE, PROCTOR, CLYMER; 2-NO: PERRY AND SHANE . CARRIED. Resolution adopted. Further discussion ensued and request was made that the record reflect Public Works Director Gonnason's remarks(that Mr. Neglay' s letter was in error)that financial burden' will be born by the developer who will be required to provide minimum of 20 ft. wide roadway with curbs , gutters and sidewalks on all abutting properties with continuation of Lind Ave. to Taylor. Moratorium MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND CLYMER, THE ADMINISTRATION DIRECT THE Continued PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR TO DENY BUILDING PERMIT FOR MULTIPLE CONSTRUC- TION UNTIL AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT HAS BEEN FILED. CARRIED. Persons present opposing construction of condominium in West Hill section: Norm Sundquist, 458 Lind Ave. , requested name of builder. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND CLYMER, REFER REQUEST TO CITY ADMINISTRA- TION FOR REPLY. CARRIED. Mr. Sundquist also inquired of street improvements and was advised by Public Works Director that Taylor Ave. NW and Taylor P1 . from Renton to Stevens Ave. providing drainage, sidewalk and 45 ft. roadway, is on the 6-Year Street Program but has not been funded and at the present time no improvements funded. Mr. Sundquist alleged any improvements would be for the benefit of proposed condominimums, being advised by Councilman Perry that City regularly repairs streets throughout the various districts. Chester Douglas, fly Lind NW; Oliver Torkelsen 306 NW 2nd P1 . ; Patricia Raphael, 408 Seneca NW; Robin Little, 264 Maple NW; Barbara Little, 264 Maple NW, called attention to petition presented at 10/2/78 public hearing concerning street vacation bearing more than 300 signa- tures protesting high density construction and claimed vested rights. Following further discussion, Public Works Director noted original application for Lakeview Towers building permit made 3/10/78 and not accepted until 4/2/79. AUDIENCE COMMENT Sandy Webb, 264 Chelan Ave. NE, expressed disapproval of discussion Continued at the expense of Staff member, explaining that Staff interprets, executes and enforces the ordinances, but does not zone property. Traffic Dixie Johnson, 11615 142nd SE, complained of traffic problem near Comment Union Ave. NE and NE 4th St. , traffic from new complex near former Autoban turning left into Cemetery Road. Public Works Director Gonnason explained that right-turn-only was planned onto NE 4th. Lease Renewal Versie Vaupel , 221 Wells Ave. N. , asked for Attorney General Opinion Comment or State Auditor opinion concerning lease 9f property to Chamber of Commerce, alleging subsidy of profit-oriented organization; also asking where are labor or charitable organizations represented? Recess MOVED BY CLYMER, SECOND SHANE, COUNCIL RECESS FOR FIVE iIINUTES. CARRIEDI 11 :35 p.m. Council reconvened at 11 :47 p.m. ROLL CALL: All Council Members present as previously shown. OLD BUSINESS Council President Shinpoch noted receipt of letter from Valley General Hospital Hospital requesting certificate justifying expansion. MOVED BY SHINPOCH, SECOND PERRY, REFER THE LETTER FROM THE HOSPITAL TO THE ADMINISTRATION FOR REPLY. CARRIED. Renton City Council 4/9/79 Page 4 OLD BUSINESS - Continued Planning and MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHANE, ITEM 9.a. OF AGENDA BE PRESENTED. 1 Development CARRIED. Hearing Examiner decision recommended approval to R-3 Committee Report zone concerning request for rezone of property located on the south- Anton and MUM: west corner NE Sunset Boulevardand Anacortes Ave. NE from "G" to Althoff Rezone "B-1 . " Rezone requested by Anton Althoff to permit future commercial R-272-78 use of the subject site. Applicant requested reconsideration on 3/12 and Appeal . which was denied by the Examiner. The rezone was appealed to the City Council on 3/19/79, objecting that designation of his property as buffer strip was improper and capricious. Planning and Development Committee Chairman Perry presented committee report having considered appeal of Anton and Millie Althoff rezone 272-79 and recommended that the City Council modify the decision of the Hearing Examiner to approve B-1 zoning for one acre in the northwestern corner of the site as requested by the applicant and R-3 for remainder of property; affirming decision of the Hearing Examiner. Report listed determined errors of fact and law and that zoning of both properties shall be subject to the retention of the existing substantial trees and Honey- dew Creek, if possible and desirable upon review of specific site development. The report also recommended that the area between the commercial designation at Union and Sunset and Duvall and Sunset be referred to the Planning Commission for review and a change in the Comprehensive Plan, if necessary. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHINPOCH, COUNCIL CONCUR IN PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT AND REFER MATTER TO THE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE.* Discussion ensued. Wall map used for pointing out question area. Councilman Clymer noted appeal by Mr. Althoff was for the one acre only. Larry Brown, 11715 NE 145th, Kirkland, Real Estate representative for Mr. Althoff., explained location of property. MOTION CARRIED; Councilman Stredicke requested his NO vote be recorded; Councilman Shane requested his YES vote recorded; also restaurant under construction. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND CLYMER, CONCUR IN PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REPORT TO REFER AREA AT UNION-NE, NE SUNSET AND DUVALL NE TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR REVIEW,OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. CARRIED; Councilman Stredicke requested his NO vote be recorded. West Hill f Councilman Perry recalled Council referral of 4/2/79 of streets Streets in the in the area of the 90-Day Moratorium on multiple building to the Moratorium Area Planning and Development Committee. Councilwoman Shinpoch left the Chambers and took no part in any discussion or action on this matter. MOVED BY PERRY, SECOND SHANE REFER THE MATTER OF STREETS 'N THE WEST HILL AREA TO THE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE RATHER THAN PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. ROLL CALL: 4-AYE: PROCTOR, PERRY, CLYMER, SHANE; ONE NO: STREDICKE. CARRIED. MOVED BY STREDICKE, SECOND SHANE, LAND USE AND ZONING OF THE WEST HILL AREA BE REFERRED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR REVIEW. CARRIED. Councilwoman Shinpoch returned to the Chambers. Traffic Jam Councilman Shane requested parking be eliminated from Park Ave. North Renton during shift change and peak hours as 3:00 to 5:0(' p.m. to ease traffic congestion; also include North Renton Streets of 3rd and 4th. Mayor Delaurenti referred the subject to the Public Works Director for referral to the Traffic Engineering Department. Street Vacation Councilman Stredicke requested costs of continuing public hearing Costs for street vacation, noting $100 fee for the vacation, inquirying if additional charge required for hearing continuation. Mayor Delaurenti asked Public Works Director and City Clerk to reply. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Ways and Means The Ways and Means Committee Chairman Clymer presented report recom- Committee Report mending second and final readings of the following ordinances (on first reading 4/9/79) : Ordinance #3306 An ordinance was read rezoning property located at 516 Williams Ave. Hyland Rezone S. from R-1 to R-3, known as the Hyland Rezone. MOVED BY CLYMER, R-305-79 SECOND PERRY, ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS READ. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. CARRIED. / RENTON CITY COUNCIL REFERRALS Meeting of April 9 , 1979 City Clerk's Office ADMINISTRATION Direct Public Works Director*to deny Building Permit in Northwest Section for multiple construction until an Environmental Impact Statement has been filed. Furnish reply to Mr. Sundquist re name of builders for Northwest Section multiples. Letter from Hospital re expansion BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS Vacation of portion of alley between SW 12th & SW 13th COUNCIL PRESIDENT Small Cities Seminar CITY CLERK Authorized to sign easement re Park and Ride Lot Street vacation costs MAYOR Authorized to sign easement re Park and Ride PLANNING COMMISSION Area between commercial designation at Union & Sunset, Duvall & Sunset for review Land Use and zoning West Hill area PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR* Street vacati or. costs PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Vacation of portion of alley between SW 12th & SW 13th t< ; r ~' TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE f �� '`'• C. 1 C�\ Streets West Hill Moratorium area Possible Cul de sac of S. 18th P Vacation of alley SW 12th & SW 13th 1` WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE 42f Street Closure S. 18th St. 21, Althoff Rezone R-272-78 \\G LrpNct Ordinances of first reading 4/9: Dalpay rezone Brier rezone Hayes Mechanical settlement Vacation of alley SW 12th PUBLIC HEARINGS 4/16/79 Street Vacation California Ave. Continued from 4/2 6/4/79 Vacation R/W between NE Sunset and Jack-in-Box