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SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Purpose of checklist:
Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your
proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization
or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental
impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal.
Instructions for applicants:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please
answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult
with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use “not applicable” or
"does not apply" only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown.
You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate
answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision-
making process.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of
time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal
or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your
answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant
adverse impact.
Instructions for Lead Agencies:
Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to
evaluate the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse
impacts. The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to
make an adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is
responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents.
Use of checklist for nonproject proposals:
For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable
parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D). Please
completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or
site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead
agency may exclude (for non-projects) questions in Part B - Environmental Elements –that do not
contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal.
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A. Background
1.Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Goddard School
2. Name of applicant:
Applicant: Clover Schuler, Magellan Architects
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
Contact Person:
Magellan Architects
Contact: Clover Schuler
8383 158th Ave NE, Ste. 280
Redmond, WA 98052
O: 425-885-4300
C: 425-941-9494
4. Date checklist prepared:
October 18, 2022
5. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Renton, Washington
Department of Community and Economic Development
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
This project will be constructed in a single phase with construction to start beginning
of 2023 and finish fall of 2023.
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.
No future additions or expansions are planned for this project.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal.
The Civil Engineer has prepared drawings and a stormwater TIR report to address the
drainage at the new exterior playground area.
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9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other
proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
Not Applicable.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
The City of Renton will require a Type II land use approval process and for this SEPA
Environmental Checklist to be linked to construction plans associated with the new
playground scope of work.
Additional permits will be required for the following activities:
Building “Change of Use” Permit – For construction of the new daycare facility in
an existing building.
Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Permit – will be submitted as deffered submittal.
Fire Sprinkler & Alarm Permit – will be submitted as deffered submittal.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size
of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to
describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this
page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project
description.)
This will be an approx. 12,000 SF new daycare facility for a Goddard School location in
an existing building. The project is located in the old 24 Hour Fitness location in the
Highland Shopping Center. An approx. 6,000 SF exterior playground will be
constructed in an existing grass area north of the existing building.
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise
location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and
range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or
boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic
map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you
are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications
related to this checklist.
Location of scope of work: An approx. 6,000 SF exterior playground will be constructed in an
existing grass area north of the existing building. (See site plan at end of document.)
Address: 4110 NE 4th Street, Renton, WA
Legal Description: por w ½ of sw ¼ of sw ¼ – beg sw cor sd subd th n 0-25-13 w 42.04 ft th s
88-02-58 e plw s ln sd subd 40.03 ft to the intsn of e mgn of union ave ne with the n mgn of ne
4th st th n 0-25-13 w 158 ft to tpob th s 88-02-58 e 142.12 ft to e ln of w 182 ft sd subd th n 89-
43-21 e 214.64 ft to w ln of e 250 ft of sd w ½, meas alg s ln, th n 0-16-39 w 474.96 ft to s ln of n
629 ft th n 88-11-32 w 92.89 ft to e ln of w 305 ft sd subd th s 0-25-13 e65.05 ft to s ln of n 694 ft
th n 88-11-32 w 265.20 ft to e mgn of union ave ne th s 0-25-13 e 417.41 ft to tpob – aka lot 1 of
city of renton lot ln adj no 007-82 recording no 8207079005
Site Plan: See attached at end of the document.
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Vicinity Map: See attached at end of the document.
B. Environmental Elements
1. Earth
a.General description of the site:
Relatively flat with no significant slopes onsite.
(circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other _____________
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
Less than 15%.
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat,
muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any
agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in
removing any of these soils.
Glacial till.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so,
describe.
To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there are no surface indications of unstable
soils and/or a history of soil instability manifesting itself, either onsite or in the
immediate
vicinity.
e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of
any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill.
Aprocimately 6,700-sf of land will be disturbed for the project. The largest portion of
the existing site is currently developed as a maintained lawn area. The remainder
areas are currently developed as a commercial building loading dock. The area will be
reconfigured into a system of pathways and a preschool playground. An estimated
125-CY of material will be excavated and approximately 250-CY of fll will be imported.
Export materials will be delivered to a local licensed gravel pit, and import materials
will be trucked to the site from a local licensed gravel pit.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
Although erosion could occur, it is highly unlikely to occur. The site is small and
generally topographically isolated. Temporary erosion and sedimentation control
measures will be implemented to prevent erosion and sedimentation problems.
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g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
Approximately 87% of the site areas will be covered with pervious play area surfacing.
The remaining 13% will be covered with pavement.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
Proposed measures will include silt fence, inlet protection, stabilized construction
enrance, and stockpile and exposed areas covering.
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction,
operation, and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and
give approximate quantities if known.
To the best of the Applicant' s knowledge, the project will not produce any significant
adverse impacts and/or result in excessive emissions of particulates or noxious odors
either during construction or future operations. During construction, minimal impacts
may be realized as particulates (dust, dirt, etc.) are released into the air on a limited
basis. A reliable estimate of quantities cannot be formulated at this time.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so,
generally describe.
No off-site sources of significant emissions or odor have been identified as affecting
the proposal.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
3. Water
a. Surface Water:
1)Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including
year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe
type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into.
To the best of the Applicant' s knowledge, there is no surface water bodies in the
immediate vicinity that will be affected by this scope of work.
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described
waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
No work will occur over, in or adjacent to the described waters.
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3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed
from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected.
Indicate the source of fill material.
No fill or dredging of designated wetlands is proposed.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan.
The site does not lie within a 100-year floodplain.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so,
describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
No discharges of waste materials to surface waters are proposed.
b. Ground Water:
1) Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so,
give a general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities
withdrawn from the well. Will water be discharged to groundwater? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
The project does not propose to withdraw groundwater from a well for drinking
water or other purposes. The project does not propose to discharge water to
groundwater.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or
other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the
following chemicals. . . ; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the
number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the
number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. /
No discharge of waste materials to groundwater from septic tanks is associated
with the construction of this project.
c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe.
Stormwater runoff will come from on-site areas only. The proposed improvements
include a stormwater infiltration and detention system to meet applicable City of
Renton stormwater requirements. Stormwater runoff from the site will be
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discharged to the existing private stormwater management system, currently
serving the commercial development, of which the project is a part. From the
private stormwater management system, attenuated runoff flows are discharged to
the city public drainage system, which conveys runoff to Maplewood Creek.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
No discharges of waste materials to surface waters are proposed or anticiapted.
3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If
so, describe.
No discharges of waste materials to surface waters are proposed.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage
pattern impacts, if any:
The proposed improvements include a stormwater infiltration and detention
system to meet applicable City of Renton stormwater requirements. Stormwater
runoff from the site will be discharged to the existing private stormwater
management system, currently serving the commercial development, of which the
project is a part.
4. Plants
a.Check the types of vegetation found on the site:
__X__deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
__X__evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
__X__shrubs
__X__grass
____pasture
____crop or grain
____ Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops.
____ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
____water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
____other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
None of the existing vegetation will be removed or altered by this proposal. Should
any existing vegetation be damaged by construction activity, the Applicant will
replace as needed.
b.List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
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To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there are no known threatened or
endangered species on site or in the immediate vicinity.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any:
None of the existing vegetation will be removed or altered by this proposal. Should
any existing vegetation be damaged by construction activity, the Applicant will replace
as needed.
e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site.
To the best of the Applicant' s knowledge, there are no noxious weeds or invasive
species on site or in the immediate vicinity.
5. Animals [help]
a. List any birds and other animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known
to be on or near the site.
Examples include:
birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other:
mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other ________
b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
None known.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
None known.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
None of the existing vegetation will be removed or altered by this proposal. Should
any existing vegetation be damaged by construction activity, the Applicant will replace
as needed.
e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site.
None known.
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6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet
the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating,
manufacturing, etc.
The existing building’s energy needs are not beng affected by this proposal.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties?
If so, generally describe.
No
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal?
List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any:
Given the scope of the project as a tenant improvement, no specific energy
conservation features are proposed.
7. Environmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk
of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal?
If so, describe.
To the best of the Applicant' s knowledge, no projected environmental health hazards
are or will be associated with the proposed improvements.
1)Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses.
No known sources of contamination exist.
2)Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development
and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines
located within the project area and in the vicinity.
To the best of the Applicant' s knowledge, there are no hazardous chemicals or
Conditions present onsite or in the immediate vicinity which could affect project
design or construction.
3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced
during the project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating
life of the project.
No toxic or hazardous chemicals will be routinely stored, used , and/or produced
during the project's construction and/or during routine operations aside from
unleaded and diesel fuels stored on site and dispensed to motor vehicles.
4)Describe special emergency services that might be required.
The need for special emergency services is not expected to increase or
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decrease as a result of the proposed project.
5)Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
Measures undertaken to control environmental health hazards will include the use
of licensed contractors and technicians ensuring compliance with all City of
Renton and state regulations including, but not limited to, the Model Toxics
Control Act, Washington Administrative Code Dangerous Waste Regulations, and
Washington State UST regulations.
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment, operation, other)?
No significant adverse impacts are projected.
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a
short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indi-
cate what hours noise would come from the site.
Given the nature of the project, the Applicant does not anticipate noise levels will
increase in the long term. Short-term increases can be expected due to the
presence of construction equipment onsite. Following traditional workday
schedules, construction will occur between the hours of 7:00 AM and conclude no
later than 5:00 PM; no construction will occur on Saturdays, Sundays or holidays.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Construction noise is typically mitigated through the use of noise attenuation
devices installed on heavy equipment.
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current
land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe.
The site is currently the Highland Shopping Center and will remain that use. The
specific suite that Goddard School will be occupying was previously a 24 Hour Fitness
location. The adjacent properties are Multi-Family zones. No changes to the land uses.
b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe.
How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to
other uses as a result of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated,
how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or
nonforest use?
No
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1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal
business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides,
tilling, and harvesting? If so, how:
No
c. Describe any structures on the site.
There is an existing shopping center building on the property that will not be affected by
this proposal.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
No
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
“CA” Commerical Arterial Zone and Urban Design District ‘D’ overlay
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Commercial Mixed Use (CMU) land use designation
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
Not Applicable
h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify.
According to COR Maps, the site is located within a Moderate Landslide Hazard Area.
We have confirmed with Scott Warlink that due to our scope of work, a Geotech report
is not required.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Approx. 26 staff would work in the completed project. Approx. 170 children would
reside in the project. A total of approx. 200 occpuants would be in the completed
project.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
None, the 24 hour facility is vacant and not operating. The suite is vacant at this time.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
None required. The suite is vacant at this time and the proposal does not displace any
people.
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L. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans, if any:
The CA zone allows for a variety of retail uses. Based on the age of the students, the
use would be classified as a “Daycare Center”. A “Daycare Center” use is permitted
outright in the CA zone
m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term
commercial significance, if any:
Not Applicable
9. Housing [help]
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, mid-
dle, or low-income housing.
None. There is no residential component.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
None. Not Applicable.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
None. There is no residential component.
10. Aesthetics [help]
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is
the principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
Not Applicable. The building structure is existing.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
Not Applicable. The building structure is existing. No views will be altered in this
proposal.
c.Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Not Applicable. The building structure is existing.
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11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly
occur?
The only type of lighting that will be new are (4) exterior wall mounted light fixtures to
light up the new playground areas. All of these fixtures will only be on during daycare
hours of 6am – 6pm. One or two of the lights will remain on as security lighting for
around the building. Currently, there is existing exterior building lighting existing.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
No, new lighting will be attached to the existing building and not be a safety hazard or
interfere with views.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
None.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
The new exterior lighting will have light shields to reduce any potential glare or light
pollution.
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
Heritage Park is located 2-3 blocks away off of Union Ave NE.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
No.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
None
13. Historic and cultural preservation [help]
a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over 45 years
old listed in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers ? If so,
specifically describe.
No.
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b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation?
This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts,
or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies
conducted at the site to identify such resources.
No.
c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources
on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of
archeology and historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc.
Not Applicable.
d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance
to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required.
Not Applicable.
14. Transportation [help]
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and
describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any.
All access driveways are existing and not changing.
b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally
describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop?
There is an existing metro bus stop along Union Ave next to the parcel.
c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal
have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate?
No additional parking spaces required and no existing parking spaces being removed.
d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian,
bicycle or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe
(indicate whether public or private).
No
e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
No
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f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal?
If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would
be trucks (such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What data or transportation
models were used to make these estimates?
Refer to Traffic/Parking Memo at end of this document.
g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and
forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe.
No
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
Not Applicable.
15. Public Services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection,
police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe.
No
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
Not Applicable.
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:
electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system,
other ___________
Exiting utilities include electric power, natural gas, water, sanitary sewer, stormwater,
telecom and cable. No new utilities required.
b.Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service,
and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might
be needed.
The development and building are existing. No new utilities required.
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C. Signature
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the
lead agency is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature: ___________________________________________________
Name of signee __________________________________________________
Position and Agency/Organization ____________________________________
Date Submitted: _____________
D. Supplemental sheet for nonproject actions
(IT IS NOT NECESSARY to use this sheet for project actions)
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction
with the list of the elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of
activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or
at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in
general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; pro-
duction, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or
areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks,
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wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or
cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands?
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it
would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities?
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or
requirements for the protection of the environment.