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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:February 9, 2012
TO:Pre-Application File No. 12-010
FROM:Rocale Timmons, Associate Planner
SUBJECT:Living Hope Plat (16015 116th Ave SE)
General: We have completed a preliminary review of the pre-application for the above-
referenced development proposal. The following comments on development and permitting
issues are based on the pre-application submittals made to the City of Renton by the applicant
and the codes in effect on the date of review. The applicant is cautioned that information
contained in this summary may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official
decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Community & Economic Development Administrator,
Public Works Administrator, Planning Director, Development Services Director, and City
Council). Review comments may also need to be revised based on site planning and other
design changes required by City staff or made by the applicant. The applicant is encouraged to
review all applicable sections of the Renton Municipal Code. The Development Regulations are
available for purchase for $50.00 plus tax, from the Finance Division on the first floor of City Hall
or online at www.rentonwa.gov
Project Proposal: The subject property is located on the northwest corner of SE 160th St and
Edmonds Ave SE, at 16015 116th Ave SE. The proposal is to adjust an existing lot line between
two parcels in order to accommodate and existing church on Parcel B and a proposed
Preliminary Plat on Parcel A. Parcel A would be subdivided into 9 lots for the future
construction of single family residences and one tract for drainage. The subject property totals
approximately 5 acres in area, and is zoned Residential-8 dwelling units per net acre (R-8).
Access to the proposed plat would be provided via a new internal road, extended from SE 160th
St, which dead ends in a cul-de-sac. Access for the existing religious institution would continue
to be provided via the two curb cuts along Edmonds Ave SE. There appear to be no critical areas
located on site.
Current Use: There is an existing religious institution located on proposed Parcel B which is
proposed to remain.
Zoning/Density Requirements: The subject property is located within the R-8 zoning
designation. The density range allowed in the R-8 zone is a minimum of 4.0 to a maximum of
8.0 dwelling units per acre (du/ac). The area of public and private streets and critical areas
would be deducted from the gross site area to determine the “net” site area prior to calculating
density. Using the gross square footage the proposal for 9 lots arrives at a gross density of
approximately 5.5 du/ac (9 lots / 1.64 acres = 5.5 du/ac), which is within the density range
permitted in the R-8 zone.
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Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-110A, “Development
Standards for Single Family Zoning Designations” effective at the time of complete application
(noted as “R-8 standards” herein).
Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth – The minimum lot size permitted in the R-8 is 4,500 square
feet for parcels greater than 1 acre in size and 5,000 square feet for lots 1 acre or less in size.
The total lot area of the subject site is more than 1 acre; therefore a minimum lot size of 4,500
square feet is applicable to the proposed project. A minimum lot width of 50 feet for interior
lots and 60 feet for corner lots, as well as a minimum lot depth of 65 feet, is also required. The
proposal appears to comply with the lot size, width and depth requirements of the zone.
Building Standards – R-8 zone allows a maximum building coverage of 35% of the lot area or
2,500 square feet, whichever is greater for lots over 5,000 square feet in size. Building height is
restricted to 30 feet from existing grade. Detached accessory structures must remain below a
height of 15 feet. The gross floor area must be less than that of the primary structure.
Accessory structures are also included in building lot coverage calculations. The proposal’s
compliance with the building standards would be verified at the time of building permit review
for the new residences to be located on all lots.
Setbacks – Setbacks are the minimum required distance between the building footprint and the
property line and any private access easement. The required setbacks in the R-8 zone are 15
feet in front for the primary structure and 20 feet in front for the attached garage, 20 feet in the
rear, 5 feet on interior side yards, and 15 feet on side yards along streets (including access
easements) for the primary structure and 20 feet on side yards along streets (including access
easements) for the attached garage. The setbacks for the new residences would be reviewed at
the time of building permit. The existing religious institution appears to maintain required
setbacks based on the proposal for the Lot Line Adjustment.
Access/Parking: Access to the proposed plat would be provided via a new internal road,
extended from SE 160th St, which dead ends in a cul-de-sac. Access for the existing religious
institution would continue to be provided via the two curb cuts along Edmonds Ave SE.
Each lot is required to accommodate off street parking for a minimum of two vehicles.
Driveways: The maximum driveway slopes cannot exceed 15%, provided that driveways
exceeding 8% are to provide slotted drains at the lower end of the driveway. If the grade
exceeds 15%, a variance is required.
Landscaping – Except for critical areas, all portions of the development area not covered by
structures, required parking, access, circulation or service areas, must be landscaped with
native, drought-resistant vegetative cover. The development standards require that all pervious
areas within the property boundaries be landscaped. The minimum on-site landscape width
required along street frontages is 10 feet.
Please refer to landscape regulations (RMC 4-4-070) for further general and specific landscape
requirements (enclosed). A conceptual landscape plan shall be submitted at the time of
Preliminary Plat application.
Significant Tree Retention: If significant trees (greater than 6-inch caliper) are proposed to be
removed a tree inventory and a tree retention plan along with a tree retention worksheet shall
be provided with the formal land use application. The tree retention plan must show
preservation of at least 30 percent of significant trees, and indicate how proposed building
footprints would be sited to accommodate preservation of significant trees that would be
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retained. If the trees cannot be retained, they may be replaced with minimum 2 inch caliper
trees at a ratio of six to one.
Critical Areas: There appear to be no critical areas on site. It is the applicant’s responsibility to
ascertain whether additional critical areas are present on the site. If so, the proposal would
need to be revised accordingly.
Environmental Review: Environmental (SEPA) Review is required for projects nine lots or
greater, or on sites that contain critical areas. Therefore SEPA would be required for the
proposed subdivision. If the application for the Lot Line Adjustment is made separately the
SEPA would not be required at the time of that application.
Permit Requirements:
The proposed subdivision would require Preliminary Plat Approval and Environmental (SEPA)
Review. All land use permits would be processed within an estimated time frame of 12 weeks.
The Preliminary Plat Review application fee is $4,000. The application fee for SEPA Review
(Environmental Checklist) is $1,000. The Lot Line Adjustment application fee is $450. A 3%
technology fee would also be assessed at the time of land use application. Detailed information
regarding the land use application submittal is provided in the attached handouts.
Fees: In addition to the applicable building and construction fees, the following mitigation fees
would be required prior to the recording of the plat. Impact fees, which would replace
mitigation fees, may be adopted prior to construction. Those fees are to be determined. The
following are current fees:
A Fire Mitigation fee of $488.00 per new single family residence.
A Transportation Mitigation Fee based on $75.00 per each new average
daily trip attributable to the project; and
A Parks Mitigation Fee based on $530.76 per new single family residence.
A School District Impact Fee based on $6,310 per new single family
residence.
A handout listing all of the City’s Development related fees in attached for your review.
Expiration: The preliminary plat approval is valid for five years with a possible one-year
extension.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:February 8, 2012
TO:Rocale Timmons, Planner
FROM:Jan Illian, Plan Review
SUBJECT:Living Hope Lot Line Adjustment and Short Plat
16015 – 116th Avenue SE
PRE 12-010
NOTE: The applicant is cautioned that information contained in this summary is preliminary and non-
binding and may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official city decision-makers. Review
comments may also need to be revised based on site planning and other design changes required by
City staff or made by the applicant.
I have completed a preliminary review for the above-referenced proposal. The following comments are
based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of Renton by the applicant. The following
comments are directed to the short plat proposal. The lot line adjustment does not trigger any street or
utility improvements.
Water
Water service provider will be Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. A water availability certificate will
be required to be submitted to the city.
Sanitary Sewer
Sewer service will be provided by Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. A sewer availability certificate
will be required to be submitted to the city.
Storm Drainage
1. There are no drainage improvements in SE 160th Street.
2. A drainage plan and drainage report will be required with the site plan application. The report shall
comply with the 2009 King County Surface Water Manual and the 2009 City of Renton Amendments to
the KCSWM, Chapters 1 and 2. All core and any special requirements shall be contained in the report.
Based on the city’s flow control map, this site falls within the Flow Control Duration Standard, Forested
Site Conditions. The drainage report will need to follow the area specific flow control requirements
under Core Requirement #3.
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3. A geotechnical report for the site is required. Information on the water table and soil permeability,
with recommendations of appropriate flow control BMP options with typical designs for the site from
the geotechnical engineer, shall be submitted with the application.
4. The Surface Water System Development fee is $1,012 per new lot. This is payable prior to issuance
of the construction permit.
5. A Construction Stormwater Permit from Department of Ecology is required if clearing and grading of
the site exceeds one acre.
Transportation/Street
1. The proposed short plat will trigger right-of-way dedication and street improvements in SE 160th
Street and internal to the plat. To meet the city’s complete street standards, a minimum of 26 feet of
paving, curb and gutter, an 8-foot planter strip, 5-foot sidewalk, and storm drainage improvements will
be required to be constructed along the project side of SE 160th Street. To build this street section, 22
feet of right-of-way will be required to be dedicated to the city, along the project side in SE 160th Street.
The internal street will be 52 feet wide, requiring 26 feet of paving, curb and gutter, an 8-foot planter
strip, 5-foot sidewalk, and storm drainage improvements.
2. Street lighting will be required.
3. A Traffic mitigation fee of $717.75 per new single family residence will be assessed and is currently
payable prior to recording of the plat. These fees may be increasing in 2014.
General Comments
1. All construction utility permits for drainage and street improvements will require separate plan
submittals. All utility plans shall conform to the Renton Drafting Standards. Plans shall be prepared by a
licensed Civil Engineer.
2. When the utility plans are complete, please submit three (3) copies of the drawings, two (2) copies of
the drainage report, permit application, an itemized cost of construction estimate, and an application
fee at the counter on the sixth floor.