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HomeMy WebLinkAboutC_Determination_Applicant_Letter_DNS_20230731 August 28, 2023 Michael Vander Ploeg 51 University St Suite 600 Seattle, WA 98101 SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL THRESHOLD (SEPA) DETERMINATION PACCAR Kenworth R&D Center, LUA23-000230, ECF Dear: Mr. Ploeg, This letter is written on behalf of the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) to advise you that they have completed their review of the subject project and have issued a threshold Determination of Significance. Please refer to the enclosed ERC Report and Decision for more details. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on September 11, 2023. 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. The appeal submitted in person may be paid on the first floor in our Finance Department. 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. If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing date will be set and all parties notified. If you have any questions or desire clarification of the above, please reach me at bburroughs@rentonwa.gov or at (425) 430-7246. For the Environmental Review Committee, Brianna Burroughs Associate Planner Enclosure DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SIGNATURES: Martin Pastucha, Administrator Public Works Administrator, Chair Date Anjela Barton, Fire Marshal Renton Regional Fire Authority Date Maryjane Van Cleave, Interim Administrator, Parks and Recreation Department Date Vanessa Dolbee, Interim Administrator Date Community and Economic Development ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) PROJECT NUMBER: LUA23-000230, ECF APPLICANT: Michael Vander Ploeg, 51 University St Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98101 PROJECT NAME: PACCAR Kenworth R&D Center PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant, PACCAR, is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the construction of a new 6,000 sf second floor mezzanine level inside an existing structure to provide additional office space. In addition, the project includes alterations to roughly 5,000 sf of existing first floor office space, construction of a new 90’ x 22’ exterior canopy, and a 688 sf second story balcony. All work would occur within the existing 23,820 sf building envelope. The PACCAR site totals approximately 66 acres and is comprised of multiple parcels. The proposed work would occur at 485 Houser Way S (APN 722300010), located in the Heavy Industrial (IH) zone and Employment Area (EA) Comprehensive Plan designation. The site is currently accessed off Houser Way N. No changes parking, access, or landscaping are proposed. 194 parking spaces and 25 semi-truck parking spaces are currently provided on site. Critical areas mapped on the site include a high seismic hazard, sensitive slopes, and the wellhead protection area zones 1 and 2. The applicant submitted an Environmental Checklist and Traffic Memo with the application. PROJECT LOCATION: 485 Houser Way N (APN 7223000010) LEAD AGENCY: City of Renton Environmental Review Committee Department of Community & Economic Development The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This Determination of Non-Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be 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 September 11, 2023. 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. The appeal submitted in person may be paid on the first floor in our Finance Department. 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. DATE OF DECISION: August 28, 2023 DocuSign Envelope ID: 159A417A-1EDB-4F08-A72F-D715A2DCA7DA 8/28/2023 | 2:33 PM PDT 8/28/2023 | 1:45 PM PDT 8/28/2023 | 3:54 PM PDT DEPARTMENT 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 (DNS) POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION DNS: The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee (ERC) has determined that the proposed action does not have a significant adverse impact on the environment. This DNS 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: August 28, 2023 PROJECT NAME/NUMBER: PR23-000102 PACCAR Kenworth R&D Center / LUA23-000230, ECF PROJECT LOCATION: 485 Houser Way N (APN 7223000010) APPLICANT/PROJECT CONTACT PERSON: Michael Vander Ploeg / 51 University St Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98101 / mvanderploeg@dlrgroup.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/DwpiJPFX PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant, PACCAR, is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the construction of a new 6,000 sf second floor mezzanine level inside an existing structure to provide additional office space. In addition, the project includes alterations to roughly 5,000 sf of existing first floor office space, construction of a new 90’ x 22’ exterior canopy, and a 688 sf second story balcony. All work would occur within the existing 23,820 sf building envelope. The PACCAR site totals approximately 66 acres and is comprised of multiple parcels. The proposed work would occur at 485 Houser Way S (APN 722300010), located in the Heavy I ndustrial (IH) zone and Employment Area (EA) Comprehensive Plan designation. The site is currently accessed off Houser Way N. No changes parking, access, or landscaping are proposed. 194 parking spaces and 25 semi-truck parking spaces are currently provided on site. Critical areas mapped on the site include a high seismic hazard, sensitive slopes, and the wellhead protection area zones 1 and 2. The applicant submitted an Environmental Checklist and Traffic Memo with the application. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on September 11, 2023. 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. PUBLIC HEARING: If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing will be set and all parties notified. NOTICE