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HomeMy WebLinkAboutERC_DNSM_Notice_and_Determination_220314DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Planning Division 1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057 | 425-430-7200, ext. 2 www.rentonwa.gov OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE - MITIGATED (DNS-M) POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION DNS-M: The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee (ERC) has determined that the proposed action has probable significant impacts that can be mitigated through mitigation measures. This DNS-M is issued after using the optional DNS process in WAC 197-11-355. There is no further comment period. DATE OF NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: March 14, 2022 PROJECT NAME/NUMBER: PR20-000322 Chevron Fuel System Replacement / LUA22-000048, ECF PROJECT LOCATION: 1419 NE 30th St (APN 3342103271) APPLICANT/PROJECT CONTACT PERSON: Sean Anderson, Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc. / 18215 72nd Ave S, Kent, WA 98032/ sanderson@barghausen.com LOCATION WHERE APPLICATION MAY BE REVIEWED: Applicant documents are available online through the City of Renton Document Center website. See also https://cutt.ly/DPjYGoS PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the removal and replacement of Underground Storage Tanks (UST) at the Chevron Gas Station. The project site totals 1.73-acre (75,172 square feet) and is located within the Commercial Neighborhood (CN) zone and Urban Design District D. The existing development includes a 1,800-square-foot convenience store, a 2,000-square-foot fuel dispenser canopy, four (4) fuel dispensers, and four (4) 10,000-gallon gasoline Underground Storage Tanks (USTs). The project will include the removal of the four (4) USTs and installation of one (1) 20,000-gallon Regular Gasoline UST, one (1) 15,000-gallon Supreme Gasoline UST, and one (1) 12,000-gallon Diesel UST, along with four (4) new dispensers and associated product and vapor piping. The purpose of the project is to modernize the existing fuel system, including replacing USTs that are beyond their warranty period and to ensure the compliance with the latest environmental standards for retail gas stations. No changes in access to the project site are proposed. The project site is mapped with a Wellhead Protec tion Area, Zone 2. This proposal includes an updated scope from the original DNS-M issued with LUA20-000286. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on March 28, 2022. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and more information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk’s Office, (425) 430-6510. Due to the ongoing state of emergency enacted by Governor’s Proclamation 20-05, the City Clerk’s Office is working remotely. For that reason, appeals must be submitted electronically to the City Clerk at cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or delivered to City Hall 1st floor Lobby Hub only on Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays. The appeal fee, normally due at the time an appeal is submitted, will be collected at a future date if your appeal is submitted electronically. Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, cityclerk@rentonwa.gov. PUBLIC HEARING: If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing will be set and all parties notified. NOTICE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE - MITIGATED (DNS-M) Project File Numbers: PR20-000322 / LUA22-000048, ECF Project Name: Chevron Fuel System Replacement Applicant: Sean Anderson, Barghausen Engineers, 18215 72nd Ave S, Kent, WA 98032 Project Location: 1419 N 30th St, Renton, WA 98056 Project Description: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the removal and replacement of Underground Storage Tanks (UST) at the Chevron Gas Station. The project site totals 1.73-acre (75,172 square feet) and is located within the Commercial Neighborhood (CN) zone and Urban Design District D. The existing development includes a 1,800-square-foot convenience store, a 2,000-square-foot fuel dispenser canopy, four (4) fuel dispensers, and four (4) 10,000-gallon gasoline Underground Storage Tanks (USTs). The project will include the removal of the four (4) USTs and installation of one (1) 20,000-gallon Regular Gasoline UST, one (1) 15,000-gallon Supreme Gasoline UST, and one (1) 12,000-gallon Diesel UST, along with four (4) new dispensers and associated product and vapor piping. The purpose of the project is to modernize the existing fuel system, including replacing USTs that are beyond their warranty period and to ensure the compliance with the latest environmental standards for retail gas stations. No changes in access to the project site are proposed. The project site is mapped with a Wellhead Protection Area, Zone 2. This proposal includes an updated scope from the original DNS-M issued with LUA20-000286. Lead Agency: City of Renton Environmental Review Committee Department of Community & Economic Development Date of Decision: March 14, 2022 Mitigation Measures: 1. If any Native American grave(s) or archaeological/cultural resources (Indian artifacts) are found, all construction activity shall stop and the owner/developer shall immediately notify the City of Renton planning department, concerned Tribes’ cultural committees, and the Washington State De partment of Archeological and Historic Preservation. 2. Underground storage tank (UST) removal shall comply with all applicable permitting requirements as required by the Washington State Department of Ecology (DOE). The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee has determined that probable significant environmental impacts from the proposed project can be mitigated. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). Conditions were imposed as mitigation measures by the Environmental Review Committee under their authority of Section 4-9-070D Renton Municipal Code. These conditions are necessary to mitigate environmental impacts identified during the environmental review process. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may b e involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on March 24, 2022. Due to the ongoing state of emergency enacted by Governor’s Proclamation 20-05, the City Clerk’s Office is working remotely. For that reason, appeals must be submitted electronically to the City Clerk at cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or delivered to City Hall 1st floor Lobby Hub only on Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays. The appeal fee, normally due at the time an appeal is submitted, will be collected at a future date if your appeal is submitted electronically. Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, cityclerk@rentonwa.gov. DocuSign Envelope ID: F8EB8186-DFC0-49FF-8AD2-B457ADFD3FDD Environmental Review Committee De termination March 14, 2022 Page 2 of 2 SIGNATURES: Martin Pastucha, Administrator Public Works, Chair Date Anjela Barton, Fire Marshal Renton Regional Fire Authority Date Kelly Beymer, Administrator Parks and Recreation Department Date Chip Vincent, Administrator Date Community and Economic Development Advisory Notes: The following notes are supplemental information provided in conjunction with the administrative land use action. Because these notes are provided as information only, they are not subject to the appeal process for the land use actions. DocuSign Envelope ID: F8EB8186-DFC0-49FF-8AD2-B457ADFD3FDD 3/14/2022 | 2:48 PM PDT 3/14/2022 | 3:49 PM PDT3/14/2022 | 2:32 PM PDT 3/14/2022 | 2:42 PM PDT DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Page 1 of 1 LUA22-000048 ADVISORY NOTES TO APPLICANT The following notes are supplemental information provided in conjunction with the administrative land use action. Because these notes are provided as information only, they are not subject to the appeal process for the land use action. Planning: (Contact: Jill Ding, 425-430-6598, jding@rentonwa.gov) 1. RMC section 4-4-030.C.2 limits haul hours between 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday unless otherwise approved by the Development Services Division. 2. Commercial, multi-family, new single family and other nonresidential construction activities shall be restricted to the hours between seven o’clock (7:00) a.m. and eight o’clock (8:00) p.m., Monday through Friday. Work on Saturdays shall be restricted to the hours between nine o’clock (9:00) a.m. and eight o’clock (8:00) p.m. No work shall be permitted on Sundays. 3. Within thirty (30) days of completion of grading work, the applicant shall hydroseed or plant an appropriate ground cover over any portion of the site that is graded or cleared of vegetation and where no further construction work will occur within ninety (90) days. Alternative measures such as mulch, sodding, or plastic covering as specified in the current King County Surface Water Management Design Manual as adopted by the City of Renton may be proposed between the dates of November 1st and March 31st of each year. The Development Services Division’s approval of this work is required prior to final inspection and approval of the permit. Development Engineering: (Contact: Scott Warlick, 425-430-7216, swarlick@rentonwa.gov) 1. See Attached Development Engineering Memo dated March 1, 2022 Fire Authority: (Contact: Corey Thomas, 425-276-9582, cthomas@rentonrfa.org) 1. Separate plans and permits are required to be submitted to and obtained from the Renton Regional Fire Authority for all new tanks and tank monitoring systems. Technical Services: (Contact: Amanda Askren, 425-430-7369, aaskren@rentonwa.gov) 1. None Community Services: (Contact: Erica Schmitz, 425-430-6614, eschmitz@rentonwa.gov) 1. None Police: (Contact: Cyndie Parks, 425-430-7521, cparks@rentonwa.gov) 1. None Building: (Contact: Rob Shuey, 425-430-7235, rshuey@rentonwa.gov) 1. None DocuSign Envelope ID: F8EB8186-DFC0-49FF-8AD2-B457ADFD3FDD DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE: March 1st, 2022 TO: Jill Ding, Associate Planner FROM: Scott Warlick, Engineering Specialist III SUBJECT: Utility and Transportation Comments for Chevron Fuel System Replacement 1419 N 30th St LUA22-000048 I have reviewed the application for Chevron Fuel System Replacement at 1419 N 30th St (parcel #3342103271) and have the following comments: EXISTING CONDITIONS The site is approximately 1.73 acres in size and is square in shape. The existing site is developed with an existing fuel station and convenience mart with associated parking lot. Water Water service is provided by City of Renton. The site is in the HIghlands service area in the 435 pressure zone and is within the City’s Wellhead Protection Area Zone 2. There is an existing 12- inch water main in N 30th St that can deliver a maximum capacity of 2,800 gallons per minute (gpm) – (see Water plan no. W-04560E). The static water pressure of the system is approximately 93 psi at ground elevation of 218 feet. There is existing 1-inch lateral domestic water service to property. Sewer Sewer service is provided by City of Renton. There is an existing 6” side sewer that serves the existing facility. Storm The site is serviced by an existing onsite storm drainage conveyance system. There is an existing 12-inch storm drainage main within N 30th St. Streets N 30th St. is classified as a minor arterial with an existing right of way (ROW) width of 72-feet as measured using the King County Assessor’s Map. The current roadway section is the following: pavement width of 44 feet with a one-half foot (0.5’) curb and gutter, and five-foot (5’) sidewalk on both sides of the roadway along the project frontage. DocuSign Envelope ID: F8EB8186-DFC0-49FF-8AD2-B457ADFD3FDD Chevron Fuel System Replacement March 1st, 2022 Page 2 of 4 CODE REQUIREMENTS WATER 1. The proposed improvements will not require any additional connections to the City’s water system. SEWER 1. The proposed improvements will not require any sewer improvements. STORM DRAINAGE 1. Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc. with the Land Use Application, submitted a Preliminary Drainage Plan and Technical Information Report (TIR), dated February 9, 2021. Based on the City’s flow control map, the site falls within the Peak Rate Flow Control Duration Standard area matching Existing Peak Conditions and is within the East Lake Washington drainage basin. The development is subject to Targeted Drainage Review Category 1 in accordance with the 2017 Renton Surface Water Design Manual (RSWDM). a. The project area may be considered a high-use site. Therefore, in order to meet Special Requirement #5 (Oil Control), the project may be required to provide oil control treatment (typically using an oil/water separator) for runoff of the high-use portion of the site before discharging to the public stormwater system or to the on-site stormwater facilities. 2. The fuel tanks shall be removed in accordance with Department of Ecology standards. Applicant to obtain any required permits from Department of Ecology. 3. The site is currently proposing no increase to impervious area, therefore, no system development charges are anticipated. If proposal changes, fees may be required. TRANSPORTATION/STREET 1. The project currently does not propose to construct more than $150,000 worth of improvements based on the RMC 4-6-060, therefore frontage improvements are not required along N 30th St. If, however, the proposal was to change, frontage improvements may be required. 2. Paving and trench restoration within the City of Renton right of way shall comply with the City’s Trench Restoration and Street Overlay Requirements. GENERAL 1. All existing and proposed utility lines (i.e. electrical, phone, and cable services, etc.) within the site must be underground. 2. Adequate separation between utilities as well as other features shall be provided in accordance with code requirements. a. 7-ft minimum horizontal and 1-ft vertical separation between storm and other utilities is required with the exception of water lines which require 10-ft horizontal and 1.5-ft vertical. b. The stormwater line should be minimum 5 feet away from any other structure or wall or building. DocuSign Envelope ID: F8EB8186-DFC0-49FF-8AD2-B457ADFD3FDD Chevron Fuel System Replacement March 1st, 2022 Page 3 of 4 c. Trench of any utility should not be in the zone of influence of the retaining wall or of the building. 3. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2021 only and will be assessed based on the fee that is current at the time of the permit application or issuance, as applicable to the permit type. Please visit www.rentonwa.gov for the current development fee schedule. DocuSign Envelope ID: F8EB8186-DFC0-49FF-8AD2-B457ADFD3FDD