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HomeMy WebLinkAboutERC_DNSM_Notice_and_Determination_Reissuance_220613DEPARTMENT 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 RE-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: June 13, 2022 PROJECT NAME/NUMBER: PR21-000051 SWA2 Amazon / LUA21-000233, SA-A, SME, ECF PROJECT LOCATION: 1905 Raymond Ave SW (APN 2423049115) APPLICANT/PROJECT CONTACT PERSON: Paul Gierlach, CESO / 175 Montrose West Ave / Akron, OH 44321 / paulg@cesoinc.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/hn6kpBQ PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant, Amazon, is requesting Site Plan Review, Environmental (SEPA) Review, and a Shoreline Exemption for minor site work and tenant improvements in a 126,600- sq. ft. existing industrial building at 1905 Raymond Ave SW (APN 2423049115). The building was previously occupied by DHL Global Forwarding, a shipping service. The applicant intends to use the building for its “Amazon Flex” delivery service, in which contract employees pick up packages from the site in their personal, passenger vehicles and distribute (i.e. deliver) the packages to customers in the Renton area. The proposal is subject to Environmental (SEPA) Review due to the scope including the addition of new parking stalls in an existing parking lot with over 20 stalls. In addition, the project site is encumbered by critical areas. The proposed work within the shoreline, the installation of a bicycle rack, is an exempt a ction due to the value of the work falling under the fair market value threshold as outlined in WAC 173-27-040. The applicant has proposed to retain the existing office space for use by support staff, while updating the warehouse/distribution space to bett er meet the needs of the flex delivery service. The building is located on the north half of a 6.8 acre site near the corner of SW 19th St and Raymond Ave SW. The subject site is located in the Industrial, Light (IL) zone and Employment Area Comprehensive Plan Land Use designation. According to the applicant, all work would be interior except for parking lot re-striping and minor concrete work that would add a total of 26 new parking stalls as well as new ADA ramps and crosswalks. No trees or vegetation are proposed for removal as part of the project. According to COR Maps, multiple critical areas are present on the site including a high seismic hazard, sensitive slopes, a special flood hazard area (FEMA zone AE), and an unclassified wetland. In addition, the eastern portion of the site is located within Reach C of the Black River/Springbrook Creek Regulated Shoreline Area NOTICE Anyone that would like to be informed of future actions or would like to become a party of record on this proposal must fill out our online form at https://cutt.ly/SQvBak4 or complete this form and return to: City of Renton, CED Planning Division, 1055 So. Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Name/File No.: PR22-000002 SWA2 Amazon / LUA21-000233, SA-A, SME, ECF Name: __________________________________ Email: _______________________ Phone No. ___________________ Mailing Address: __________________________________City/State/Zip: _____________________________________ Notice will be sent via email, unless a hard copy is specifically requested. Check box to receive via US Mail and has an environmental designation of Shoreline High Intensity. According to the applicant, the project would result in a net impervious surface increase of approximately 127 sq. ft. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on June 27, 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. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE - MITIGATED (DNS-M) Project File Numbers: LUA21-000233, SA-A, SME, ECF Project Name: SWA2 Amazon Applicant: Paul Gierlach, CESO / 175 Montrose West Ave / Akron, OH 44321 / paulg@cesoinc.com Project Location: 1905 Raymond Ave SW (APN 2423049115) Project Description: The applicant, Amazon, is requesting Site Plan Review, Environmental (SEPA) Review, and a Shoreline Exemption for minor site work and tenant improvements in a 126,600- sq. ft. existing industrial building at 1905 Raymond Ave SW (APN 2423049115). The building was previously occupied by DHL Global Forwarding, a shipping service. The applicant intends to use the building for its “Amazon Fle x” delivery service, in which contract employees pick up packages from the site in their personal, passenger vehicles and distribute (i.e. deliver) the packages to customers in the Renton area. The proposal is subject to Environmental (SEPA) Review due to the scope including the addition of new parking stalls in an existing parking lot with over 20 stalls. In addition, the project site is encumbered by critical areas. The proposed work within the shoreline, the installation of a bicycle rack, is an exempt action due to the value of the work falling under the fair market value threshold as outlined in WAC 173 - 27-040. The applicant has proposed to retain the existing office space for use by support staff, while updating the warehouse/distribution space to better meet the needs of the flex delivery service. The building is located on the north half of a 6.8 acre site near the corner of SW 19th St and Raymond Ave SW. The subject site is located in the Industrial, Light (IL) zone and Employment Area Comprehensive Plan Land Use designation. According to the applicant, all work would be interior except for parking lot re-striping and minor concrete work that would add a total of 26 new parking stalls as well as new ADA ramps and crosswalks. No trees or vegetation are proposed for removal as part of the project. According to COR Maps, multiple critical areas are present on the site including a high seismic hazard, sensitive slopes, a special flood hazard area (FEMA zone AE), and an unclassified wetland. In addition, th e eastern portion of the site is located within Reach C of the Black River/Springbrook Creek Regulated Shoreline Area and has an environmental designation of Shoreline High Intensity. According to the applicant, the project would result in a net impervious surface increase of approximately 127 sq. ft. Lead Agency: City of Renton Environmental Review Committee Department of Community & Economic Development Date of Decision: June 13, 2022 Mitigation Measures: 1) The applicant shall construct the following improvements at the intersection of Raymond Ave SW and SW 19th St: a. Widen the westbound approach of SW 19 th St by constructing vertical curb and gutter to match alignment of the existing curb, providing a minimum of twenty feet (20’) of pavement; b. Construct ADA compliant curb ramps at the NE corner of Raymond Ave SW and SW 19 th St intersection and associated companion ramps; c. Provide advanced warning signage on the westbound approach of SW 19 th St and the southbound approach of Raymond Ave SW; d. Trim vegetation in the immediate vicinity of the intersection to improve sight distance. DocuSign Envelope ID: 2C4A6631-DC6E-4782-B5C1-C3C1FD820667 Environmental Review Committee Determination June 13, 2022 Page 2 of 3 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 The final design of the improvements shall be reviewed and approved by the Development Engineering Project Manager prior to implementation. The improvements shall be fully constructed prior to issuance of a Final Certificate of Occupancy, or by January 31, 2023, whichever comes first. 2) The applicant shall install a traffic signal at the intersection of Lind Ave SW and SW 19 th St. The traffic signal shall be designed in a manner that accommodates the future construction of an additional 11 - foot lane on Lind Ave SW. The final design of the traffic signal infrastructure shall be reviewed and approved by the Development Engineering Project Manager. The signalization of the intersection shall be implemented and operational prior to issuance of a Final Certificate of Occupancy, or by July 31, 2023, whichever comes first. 3) The applicant shall construct a compact roundabout at the intersection of Raymond Ave SW and SW 16th St. The final design of the roundabout shall be reviewed and approved by the Development Engineering Project Manager. The compact roundabout shall be constructed prior to issuance of a Final Certificate of Occupancy, or by January 31, 2023, whichever comes first. 4) The applicant shall submit a deposit in the amount of $100,000 per intersection (four (4) intersections total) to implement the Adaptive Traffic Control Systems (ATCS) Split Cycle Offset Optimization Technique (SCOOT) at the following intersections: Oakesdale Ave SW and SW Grady Way, Oakesdale Ave SW and SW 16th St, Lind Ave SW and SW Grady Way, Lind Ave SW and SW 16th St. The deposit shall be submitted prior to issuance of a Final Certificate of Occupancy, or by July 31, 2023, whichever comes first. The City will bill against the total deposit and return any unused funds to the applicant after implementation is complete. 5) The applicant shall construct the following temporary improvements at the intersection of Raymond Ave SW and SW 19th St until the permanent configuration can be constructed: a. Widen the westbound approach of SW 19th St, providing a minimum of twenty feet (2 0’) of pavement; b. Provide advanced warning signage on the westbound approach of SW 19th St and the southbound approach of Raymond Ave SW; c. Trim vegetation in the immediate vicinity of the intersection to improve sight distance. The temporary design of the improvements shall be reviewed and approved by the Development Engineering Project Manager prior to implementation. The improvements shall be fully constructed prior to issuance of a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO). 6) The applicant shall sample soil for arsenic and lead following 2019 Tacoma Smelter Plume Guidance. If lead or arsenic are found at concentrations above the Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA) cleanup level, construction workers and employees on site shall be notified of their occurrence. DocuSign Envelope ID: 2C4A6631-DC6E-4782-B5C1-C3C1FD820667 6/13/2022 | 3:18 PM PDT 6/13/2022 | 3:18 PM PDT6/13/2022 | 3:52 PM PDT Environmental Review Committee Determination June 13, 2022 Page 3 of 3 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. Becau se other agencies of jurisdiction may be involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days. Due to the ongoing state of emergency enacted by Governor’s Proclamation 20 -28.14 (and as amended), 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 Monday through Friday. 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: 2C4A6631-DC6E-4782-B5C1-C3C1FD820667