HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRE012-020,Sons of Haiti Youth Development,CD DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:
March 15, 2012
TO:
Pre-application File No. 12-020
FROM:
Gerald Wasser, Associate Planner
SUBJECT:
Sons of Haiti Youth Development
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 $100.00
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 at 301 South 3rd Street (APN 7841300020). The project site is the westernmost storefront in a three-storefront commercial building
on a flat lot. The subject storefront is approximately 2,096 square feet. The applicant, Sons of Haiti, a social and service organization, is currently operating the Renton Area Youth
Development Organization a training tutoring, and mentoring program, on the site. A 15-stall parking lot in the southern portion of the site services the commercial building in which
the subject project is located. Access to this parking lot is taken from South 3rd Alley and a driveway off of Shattuck Avenue South.
Current Use: The applicant is currently operating as a social and service organization on the project site.
Zoning/Density Requirements: The subject property is zoned Center Downtown (CD). The CD zone allows service and social organizations only with an approved Hearing Examiner Conditional
Use Permit. Note: The existing Sons of Haiti Renton Area Youth Development Organization in the subject location does not have an approved Conditional Use Permit.
Conditional Use Permit Decision Criteria: RMC 4-9-230G requires the Hearing Examiner to consider the following factors ion making a decision on Conditional use permits:
1. Consistency with Plans and Regulations: The proposed use shall be compatible with the general goals, objectives, policies and standards of the Comprehensive Plan, the zoning regulations
and any other plans, programs, maps or ordinances of the City of Renton.
2. Appropriate Location: The proposed location shall not result in the detrimental overconcentration of a particular use within the City or within the immediate area of the proposed
use. The proposed location shall be suited for the proposed use.
3. Effect on Adjacent Properties: The proposed use at the proposed location shall not result in substantial or undue adverse effects on adjacent property.
4. Compatibility: The proposed use shall be compatible with the scale and character of the neighborhood.
5. Parking: Adequate parking is, or will be made, available.
6. Traffic: The use shall ensure safe movement for vehicles and pedestrians and shall mitigate potential effects on the surrounding area.
7. Noise, Light and Glare: Potential noise, light and glare impacts from the proposed use shall be evaluated and mitigated.
8. Landscaping: Landscaping shall be provided in all areas not occupied by buildings, paving, or critical areas. Additional landscaping may be
required to buffer adjacent properties from potentially adverse effects of the proposed use.
Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-120B, “Development Standards for Commercial Zoning Designations” effective at the time of complete application. A copy
of these standards is included. Note: The subject use is within an existing commercial structure.
Access/Parking: A 15-stall parking lot is located in the southern portion of the subject property. This parking lot services the commercial structure in which the proposed project
is located. Vehicular access is taken from South 3rd Alley and an existing driveway from Shattuck Avenue South.
Critical Areas: No critical areas appear to be located on the proposed project site.
Environmental Review: The proposed project is categorically exempt from Environmental (SEPA) Review unless critical areas are found to be present on the project site.
Permit Requirements: The proposal would require approval of a Hearing Examiner Conditional Use Permit. Hearing Examiner Conditional Use Permits would be reviewed within an estimated
time frame of 8 weeks. The fee for the Conditional Use Permit application is $2,060.00 ($2,000.00 plus 3 % Technology Surcharge Fee). Detailed information regarding the land use application
submittal is provided in the attached handouts. Note: Because the use is operating without a valid Conditional Use Permit, the applicant must either apply for a Hearing Examiner Conditional
Use Permit within 30 days or cease operating.
Expiration: Upon approval, the Conditional Use Permit is valid for two years with a possible one year extension.