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Home My WebLink AboutLUA-08-102_REPORT 01PARTIES OF RECORD St Thomas Orthodox Church CUP LUA08-102, CU-H Thomas George St. Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Avenue SE Renton, WA 98056 tel: (425) 358-0693 eml: thgeorge@amazon.com ( contact) Gary Johnson 11811 SE 188th Street Renton, WA 98058 (party of record) Dennis M. Gloster 18838 -118th Avenue SE Renton, WA 98058 tel: (425) 228-4871 (party of record) Updated: 10/07/08 Babu & Mercy Parayil 2314 127th Avenue NE Bellevue, WA 98005 tel: (206) 835-5894 (owner / applicant) Randolph G. Eagleson PO Box 4156 Renton, WA 98057 (party of record) David & Elizabeth Christman 11819 SE 188th Street Renton, WA 98058 tel: (425) 255-8762 (party of record) Joyce Eagleson 18842 118th Avenue SE Renton, WA 98058 (party of record) (Page 1 of 1) DESIGNED: B. PARAYIL DRAWN: B. PARAYIL CHECKED: B. PARAYIL lS~ J9~ 40~ " ~ ~2 ~ ~3 ~ « , " , ~ " , « , .. -, ~ ; -, .. " , .. " .<", ."" ' .. " .. ,,, .. ,,' "", "," .. ,Ct .. ~" ,,,",,, 0",; H'h· .. 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"13"_ ':t<IUUJ ~ !~ i 1 IAWIl~i\ll¢ §j I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I ~~ ---------------------- ! , February 23, 2009 AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: McOmber - Federal Stimulus Money APPEAL Planning & Development Committee Appeal: St Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit, Christman, CU -08-102 Renton City Council Minutes Page 52 from regional government communication boards, and requires the submittal of system design information to the Development Services Director. Mr. Arai reported that the following structures will be exempt from the proposed regulations: Existing building and structures; single-family residcntial buildings; structures three stories or less without subterranean storage or parking; structures three stories or less with subterranean storage or parking (exempting only the subterranean areas); wood construction of residential structures four stories or less without subterranean areas; and renovation of existing structures less than twenty percent of the original structure. Responding to Council President Corman's inquiry, Mr. Arai stated that existing single story; large retail buildings would be exempt from the proposed regulations. Community and Economic Development Administrator Pietsch clarified that the exemption is for residential structures that are three stories or less and any new commercial buildings would be required to meet the proposed regulations. There being no public comment it was, MOVED BY TAYLOR, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. CARRIED. MOVED BY T AYLOR, SECONDED BY PERSSON, COUNCIL SUSPEND THE RULES AND PRESENT THE COMMITTEE REPORT REGARDING THIS MATTER FOR COUNCIL ACTION. CARRIED. Public Safety Committee Chair Taylor presented a report regarding public safety wireless communication in-building coverage. Discussion ensued regarding thc clarification of three stmy structures as residential or commercial (or both), declaring large retail stores as not exempt, rewording the report, and sending the repmi back to the Public Safety Committee for further clarification. A motion to adopt the report was withdrawn. Howard McOmber (Renton) asked if any federal stimulus money will trickle down to Renton and if so will it be used for sidewalk and lighting improvements in the Highlands. Chief Administrative Officer Covington stated that of the federal stimulus money approximately $2 million in utility improvements is expected for the Shattuck Ave. underpass project. Mr. Covington also confirmed that preliminary recommendations regarding thc Highlands will be presented to Council at the upcoming Council retreat. Planning and Development Committee Chair Parker presented a report regarding the St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Pennit appeal. The Committee heard this appcal on February 12,2009. Pursuant to RMC 4-8-11F, the Committee's decision and recommendation is limited to the record, which consists of, but is not limited to the Hearing Examiner's Report, the Notice of Appeal, and submissions and presentation made by the Parties. The subject property is located on 11651 SE 188th St. in Renton, W A. Thc applicant sought a conditional use pennit ("CUP") to renovate an existing mechanical shop building on the property to a worship/study center called the St. Thomas Orthodox church. There are also two separate residential buildings located in the same property, but those remain unaffected by the CUP. The Hearing Examiner held a public hearing regarding the CUP on October 21, 2008. In its original report, City staff had recommended denial of the CUP applicable based on conflicts and incompatibility issues. However, on the day February 23, 2009 CONSENT AGENDA Council Meeting Minutes of 2/9/2009 CED: Restrictive Covenant Release Request, WSADA Property LLC Renton City Council Minutes Page 53 of tne hearing, applicants submitted a new proposal which ameliorated many of the outstanding issues and addressed all oftne City staffs concerns with the project. The Hearing Examiner continued this hearing after receiving testimony by members of the public, including the appellant, Mf, David Christman, Sf, On November 4, 2008, the Parties reconvened, Based on the changes made to their proposal, City stan'recommended approval of the CUP, City staff found that the change in access proposed by the applicant mitigated the various concerns which previously existed, Access to the property is currently available via 118th Ave. SE, a 12-foot wide gravel private street. A records search of the area revealed that 118th Ave. SE is not a public right-of-way, and although an easement appears to exist, it is unrecorded and does not show specific access rights. However, the applicant has proposed to close off this access and screen with landscaping to provide buffer and mitigate any impacts to the residential neighbors across tne street. Instead, the applicant will restructure access via SE 188th St., a larger, public residential street to the nOlth of the subjcct property. The applicant has further proposed bringing in sewer services to replace the current septic system in the subject propcrty. After consideration of all the testimony and evidence, the Hearing Examiner issued his decision on November 20, 2008, approving the CUP subject to thirteen (13) specific conditions. On December 3,2008, appellant David Christman, Sr. filed a request for reconsideration. On December 30, 2008, the Hearing Examiner denied the request for reconsideration and affirmed his initial decision of November 20, 200S. Appellant Christman filed a timely appeal to the City Council requesting dcnial of the CUP. Having considered the comments made by and on behalf of Lhe appellant, and having reviewed the files and evidence in this matter, this Committee makes Lhe following recommendations to the City Council: 1. That the City Council find that the Hearing Examiner did not make any error of fact or law in approving the CUP; 2. That the City Council adopt all the Findings and Conclusions set forth in the Hearing Examiner's Report dated November 20, 200S; and 3. That the City Council affirms the decision made by the Hearing Examiner to approve the CUP, and adopt the specific conditions I through 13 set forth in the Hearing Examiner's Report dated November 20, 200S. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY BRIERE, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. Items on the consent agenda are adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Mayor Law removed Item S.d. from consideration for further staff work. Approval of Council meeting minutes of 2/9/2009. Council concur. City Clerk submitted request from Washington Auto Dealers Association (WSADA) Property, LLC for release of restrictive covenant at 621 SW Grady Way. Refer to Plaruling and Development Committee, PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE COMMITTEE REPORT February 23, 2009 ST. THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPEAL File LUA OS-102, CU-H (Referred February 2,2009) APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL Date ~-~8.Mc)9 The Planning and Development Committee ("Committee") heard this appeal on February 12,2009. Pursuant to RMC 4-S-IIOF, the Committee's decision and recommendation is limited to the record, which consists of, but is not limited to the Hearing Examiner's Report, the Notice of Appeal and the submissions and presentation made by the Parties. The subject property is located on 11651 SE 18S th Street in Renton, W A. The Applicant sought a conditional use permit ("CUP") to renovate an existing mechanical shop building on the property to a worship/study center called the St. Thomas Orthodox church. There are also two separate residential buildings located in the same property, but those would remain unaflected by the CUP. The Hearing Examiner held a public hearing regarding the CUP on October 21, 2008. In its original report, City Staff had recommended denial of the CUP applicable based on conflicts and incompatibility issues. However, on the day of the hearing, Applicants submitted a new proposal which ameliorated many of the outstanding issues and addressed all of the City Staffs concerns with the project. The Hearing Examiner continued this hearing after receiving testimony by members of the public, including Appellant, Mr. David Christman, Sr. On November 4, 200S, the parties reconvened. Based on the changes made to their proposal, City Staff recommended approval ofthe CUP. The City Stafffound that the change in access proposed by Applicant mitigated the various concerns which previously existed. Access to the property is currently available via ll8th Avenue SE, a 12 foot wide gravel private street. A records search of the area revealed that 1 18 th Avenue SE is not a public right of way, and although an easement appears to exist, it is umecorded and does not show the specific access rights. However, the Applicant has proposed to close off this access and screen with landscaping to provide buffer and mitigate any impacts to the residential neighbors across this street. Instead, Applicant will restructure access via SE 1 88 th Street, a larger, public residential street to the north of the subject property. Applicant has further proposed bringing in sewer service to replace the current septic system in the subject property. st. Thomas CUP Appeal February 23, 2009 Page 2 After consideration of all the testimony and evidence, the Hearing Examiner issued his decision on November 20, 2008, approving the CUP subject to thirteen (13) specific conditions. On December 3, 2008, Appellant David Christman, Sf. filed a request for reconsideration. On December 30, 2008, the Hearing Examiner denied the request for reconsideration and affirmed his initial decision of November 20, 2008. Appellant Christman filed a timely appeal to the City Council requesting denial of the CUP. Having considered the comments made by and on behalf of the Appellant, and having reviewed the files and evidence in this matter, this Committee makes the following recommendations to the City Council: 1. That the City Councilfind that the Hearing Examiner did not make any error of fact or law in approving the CUP; 2. That the City Council adopt all the Findings and Conclusions set forth in the Hearing Examiner's Report dated November 20, 2008; 3. That the City Council affirms the decision made by the Hearing Examiner to approve the CUP, and adopt the specific conditions 1 through 13 set forth in ~1he~Mt.il.i·. g Examiner's Report datedNovember 20, 2008; IE BRIE, Vice Chair RICH ZWIC R, Member ~ cc: Alex Pietsch Chip Vincent Jennifer Henning Fred Kaufman Appellant David Christman Sr. (via counsel, Keith Scully, Gendler & Mann) Ann Nielsen February 9, 2009 ORDINANCE #5446 Legal: City Attorney Compensation NEW BUSINESS Citizen Comment: Various - St Thomas Orthodox Church Appeal ,'1 'Ix' '107 CED: Neighborhood Program, Workshop ADJOURNMENT Recorder: Jason Seth February 9, 2009 Renton City Council Minutes Page 45 The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading and adoption: An ordinance was read amending Chapter I, AdminIstrative, Judicial, and Legal Services Department, of Title III (Departments and Officers), of City Code, by repealing Subsection 3-1-4D, Compensation; and Subsection 3-1-4E; Additional Compensation. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TA YLOR. COUNCiL ADOPT TilE ORDINA1\CE AS READ. ROLL CALL. ALL A YES. CARRIED. i Councilmember Parker reported receipt of items of correspondence regarding I the SI. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Pennit appeaL MOVED BY \ PARKER, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL REFER THE CORRESPONDENCE TO THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE. CARRIED. Chief Administrative Officer Covington stated that the City will host a workshop from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on February 12,2009, for those interested in learning more about the 2009 Neighborhood Grant Program. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL ADJOURN. CARRIED. Time: 7:13 p.m. Saw&i.J· W~ Bonnie L Walton, CMC, City Clerk Co rrespondenc Sf, rAomas Or/A()do'l (!/tare). il;ral ~-;·a&&9 ~-~~oo9 RePel' 10 fJlal1.n1lltj CMtd 7JeveloflYlell 7 tommiffee I I St. Thomas Orthodox Church, Seattle, WA . PO Box 932, Renton WA 98057 CUP Application - Applicant's Response to the Appeal Filed on Dec 3rd 2008 Feburary 2"d 2009 CITY OF RENTON FEB 022009 REceIVED CITY CLERK'S OFFICE / tJ : () tJ <? "'" p..; .J!, k~ by -rlvJma s {%"IYJ C/ Introduction I am Thomas George, residing at 266 Harrington Ave SE, Renton, WA and am Chairman of the Building Committee of St Thomas Orthodox Church. In response to our revised plan that addressed the City's and neighbor's concerns and conditions, the City recommended to approve the Conditional Use Permit and the Hearing Examiner, after accessing the facts and figures, decided to grant the church a Conditional Use Permit with conditions attached. We extend our sincere gratitude to the City and the Hearing Examiner for the favorable decision. This communication is in response to the appeal filed by Mr. Dave Christman and the two additional letters of objection filed before the City council challenging the hearing examiner's decision. Who weare We are a small group of Indian Orthodox Christians. The Indian Orthodox Church was founded by St. Thomas, the Apostle who came to India in AD 52. Our traditions and order of worship is unique in certain ways and this church, if built, will be the only Indian Orthodox Church in the whole of the Northwest. The head office of our Church is in India and our parish is under the American Diocese (http://indianorthodoxchurch.org/) in New York. The Workshop to Worship Project As you are aware, our goal is to modify the existing 1960 sq ft workshop to a worship place in order to conduct our Sunday Masses and occasionally hold other services. Currently, the average attendance including children on a Sunday is about 45. Our proposed 90 seat church is based on a 10 year projection. No new buildings are proposed. The renovation would not result in a change of size to the existing structure. Summary of the revised plan submitted on first hearing (October 21" 2008) To avoid traffic on 118th AVE SE, to address the potential wetland buffer concerns on widening this street, and to meet the requirement of direct access from a collector street, the revised plan proposed to access the church directly from SE 188th St, The workshop's current entrance from 118th AVE SE will be closed. The new 20 ft wide access to Church from SE 188'h St is in hammerhead shape that facilitates fire-truck-turns and ensures that the plan is in compliance with the applicable city codes. The local community also benefits from the project as it brings in sewer and water to the neighborhood per So as Creek water and sewer district's deSign. In order to maintain the residential nature of the neighborhood and to mitigate any potential noise and sound Intrusion, the plan provides for sufficient landscaping and other screening measures on the boundaries of the project site. Summary of the Hearing Examiners decision after the Second hearing (Nov 4th 2008). The Hearing Examiner approved the Conditional Use Permit Application with 13 conditions, making absolutely sure that all of the neighbors' concerns along with all other reqUirements for City's applicable compliance ordinance are met. Although the list of conditions are exhaustive, they will be met by St. Thomas Church before the occupancy permit is applied for. A copy of the final report from the Hearing Examiners office is also attached with the document. This document explains all the provisions regarding traffic mitigation, fire requirements and other City zoning and compliance regulations. It might be worth considering at this point that an appeal for reconsideration of the earlier decision by the Hearing Examiner was also overruled by the Examiner on Dec 30 th 2008. Response to the appeal to City Council. A copy of the appeal that we received from the City Clerk's office contains two additional letters of opposition and a cover letter by Mr. Christman dated Jan 11th 2009. The two additional letters are from Mrs. Pamela Nugent and Mr. Denise Kelly. We visited some of our immediate neighbors to understand their concerns and the following is a summary of our observations: • Four of the neighbors living immediately around the property, said that they do not have any issues with the Church project and agreed to give their consent in writing as well. These four letters from the following neighbors are attached with this document. o Mr. Michael J Hoffman (11656 SE 188th St, Renton. WA 98058) o Mr. Sieng Houi Lee (11641 SE 188th St, Renton, WA 98058) o Mr. Walter Smith (11812 SE 188" St, Renton. WA 98058) o Mr. M H Church (11804 SE 188'h St, Renton, WA 98058) • Mrs. Pamela Nugent living at 11642 SE 188th St expressed her opinion that she was not unalterably opposed to the project but was concerned about the economic impact to the neighborhood in the form of property taxes, possibility of street parking and the churches relationship to the community. We will be meeting the Nugents soon to help educate them about the church and try to answer their concerns. Mr. Christman's concerns in the letter dated January 11th are all the same as before and have already been addressed. However, the following is a breakdown of the issues raised: 1. High Intensity use in a Low Density residential area It has been clearly shown and agreed upon by the City officials and the Hearing Examiner that the existing workshop or the division of the lot into 4 new properties would produce 10 new trips per home on a daily basis where as the Church use would be confined to a Sunday with occasional mid-week use. Moreover the existing workshop draws traffic everyday of the week compared to a maximum of 19 cars, once a week on a Sunday. 2. Community Need As mentioned earlier we are a christian denomination unique in several ways to the existing churches in and around the whole of Washington and the greater part of the Northwest. Our members are spread out from Auburn in the South to Bellevue in the North and Sammamish in the east. Five members of our 15 family church reside in Renton, including myself. Given the way we are spread out, Renton would be an ideal central location. However, it is next to impossible for all of us to live in a single community and build a church in that neighborhood. 3. Direct Access from an Arterial Street or Collector Road With the access to the church moved to be directly from the SE 188th street, (which is a collector road) this requirement has already been met. Moreover the nearest arterial road is 116,h, which is just 500 ft away and SE 188th street, flows into the arterial road. 4. Street Parking There will be no street parking necessary. Please remember that the 1960 sq ft workshop is situated in a 1.1 acre plot. The proposed parking lot is good enough for an estimated 10 years. There is ample additional space in the plot if more parking is required in the future. Let me take this opportunity to re-iterate that there will be no parking on the streets by the members of our Church. 5. Letters of Opposition The following is a summary of the letters of concerns by the neighbors and how the church plans to mitigate them. It may be worth noting at this point that most of these letters were already considered by the Hearing Examiner before he approved the CUP application. Also many of these letters are just concerns and not letters opposing the project. The two new letters (from Mrs.Nugent and Mr. Kelly) does not bring up any new issues either. Family Primary Concern Mitigation Powers Added traffic, parking, noise Revised access plan and landscape plans take care of this issue. Gary Johnson Access via gravel road 118th , noise, Revised access plan takes care of this dust issue Nugents Concerns about gravel access from SE Revised plan states that the access 188th, was present for the 2nd will be paved along with the Parking Hearing. Does not oppose the project lot Dennise Kelly Does not exactly live in the Area No new concerns. Randolph Eagleson Sewer availability, ditches on 118th Sewer will be connected to the property. Access will be via SE 188th Dennis Gloster Added traffic, parking on 118th, noise ReVised access plan and landscape plans take care of this issue. Access from 118th will be closed. Russel Added traffic, noise Revised access plan and landscape ---- plans take care of this issue. Joyce Eagleson Use of gravel road on 118th Revised access plan takes care of this issue -.- Dave Christman Added traffic, noise, retired Revised access plan and landscape community, RPWs on 118th, plans take care of this issue. Access Community need_ from 118th will be closed_ Conclusion We believe that we will in no way be a source of concern to the neighbors, be it with respectto traffic or noise generated. We will adhere to the conditions laid out by the Hearing Examiner that will mitigate all of these concerns. As a closing note to our compliance efforts, we want to assure the neighborhood that addressing their concerns, current and future would be a mere practice of our faith. Thomas George st. Thomas Orthodox Church, WA Attachments: 1. letters from immediate neighbors (4 total) 2_ Color Neighborhood map of area showing neighbors with concerns on traffic and noise 3_ Response from Mr. Babu K Parayil 4_ Copy of Hearing Examiners report and recommendations dated Nov 20th 2008 5. Copy of Hearing Examiners response to a request for reconsideration of his decision_ Michael J. Hoffman 1/25/2009 11656 SE 188th st. Renton, VVa.98058 To VVhom It May Concern, Regarding project # LUA08-102, CU-H. I have no concerns with the development of the property across the street as a church. I believe this will not have any negative impact on the neighborhood. i H :1 11 11 it I i )1 .. i , i [j , &ur:J !~t7IA-; ~. I u;.t.r-J s: E I fJ S <J.t.. rT . 12.Lf>1i(7M, wq·q'i!occt . f!~c{.i>tJ r'd~el--=If. l.uffoS -/OZ, C(Ld· d ktU'L MO. Cffn1U r"",-.> 1lI,"';'1. fu c4V(.&/,~.f urf HtJ-1"'f"f7 .It, iJ.».-;£d.-. G<S. a: T ~f/~' j 6t-4r/.£-/-h,y w;4 fflO f !tal/-£. a.lJ\r /I1J..gtt/,.!/¢c 1~4.ei C7.fyjC<t>1c{ii1'1_ rfI.<--lkL(j!P r /l(7od. . tJ Ik S",:tl 1I ~ /2. ] E 10<6*-"-::;+ fevJoV\ I LJh I ~S6)3 to J,.,~ \+ ~1 0,Y'w~, TV" e:'j"') < ~ f'''"~eZl-Jl; LU A oB -L 01-I ell -1-1 I \ 'ctW 1 A" ob.\ \~ I h.--\It V~ "&-<' ~ ~ J.,..no"-""',,\ \,~,l-I- 0.",0,;0 ~ ~. I see-\{'O l'cllo-5 w.J-h ~~ ~ ~vffOf}-IJ.-~ SV\Ger~ {)Jk /Iv-A./- ida. ~ SVAJtL · . 0 ·l.~$tOq ./ I ~cz~~i1UI-~ I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I January 29, 2009 Babu & Mercy Parayil 2314 J27th Ave NE Bellevue, W A 98005 Bonnie 1. Walton City Clerk City of Renton 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 Subject: SI. Thomas Orthodox Church, File No. LUA-08-102-CU-H I co-own the above subject property with my wife Mercy. We bought this property with intention building a church, while I was the Church Building Committee Chair. The property is still in my name because church had difficulty in getting a loan. Recently, Church has found a bank that is willing to loan funds as a construction Joan and we are in the process of transferring the ownership to the church. The CUP application for the proposed church at the above site was submitted by the Church secretary, Mr. Thomas George. When we applied for the sewer extension (from Jesse Glenn development to the subject property along 118 th Ave SE), I had talked to most of the neighbors near the proposed church. None of them expressed any concerns of having the church at the proposed location. In fact, the appellant, Mr. David Christman and I jointly filed for the sewer extension study with Soos Creek Water District paying 50-SO of the initial $600.00 application fee. Three of the neighbors have given their consent for bringing the sewer through their easement; they are Ms. Marion Leroy Kelly, Mr. Han Nguyen and Mr. David Christman. There are over 30 families living in about 500 feet radius of the proposed facility and for the initial hearing I think the city had send notices of the proposed church to all of them. During the initial hearing City received feed backs from only 3 families. In the recently submitted objection letters, one person is not living in that address. Most of the people who filed the objection live over 200 feet away from the proposed church facility. The immediate neighbors on the west, south and north do not have any issue for us having the church at the proposed site. Per our conversation with some ofthe people who signed the petition, we understand that they do not have any objection; but they signed it anyway, just because the petitioner brought copies of the petition and asked them to sign it and they just did it not to offend their long time neighbor. We have addressed all the neighbor's concerns such as noise, dust, lighting and parking. As we have stated earlier this will be a small church with about fifteen (15) families. The average attendance is about forty five (45) on a Sunday. There is no reason for us to park on the street or on the private road. There is more than enough parking space within the property of the proposed church, as shown in our site plan. The surroundings of the proposed church are not that of a quiet area, as claimed by the appellant. Benson Hill Elementary and Trinity Baptist church are about 500 feet away from the proposed church site. People living around the site are actively engaged in work or recreations. Most of them have SUV s, boats, RV s, motor cycles and commercial trucks. Besides some of the petitioners are trying to develop their land with 3 or 4 dwellings. This increased activity will bring more noise and traffic every day than a small church brings Oil Sunday. In our opinion, the traffic and noise due to church activities predominantly on Sunday's will be comparatively less than the present use of the property as a workshop. The hearing examiner have conducted 2 days of hearing and the city's fire and transportation department had weighed in on the impacts of this small church and their opinion is that the proposed church has practically no effect on the noise or traffic level. In our proposal we have addressed the entire city's and the neighbor's concerns and we believe that the proposed church will have only a positive influence on the neighborhood. The current zoning allows a church to be on the proposed site. The entrance to the site is from lSSth ST, which is classified as a collector street. All the parking related church activities are accommodated within the church property with no additional street parking. There is enough screening for visual and noise. I request the city council to uphold the hearing Examiner's ruling and grant the Conditional Use Permit for the St. Thomas Orthodox Church. " .: .. \ ~ ''4''~\''~\.. r:;;; C~ Jc;s.. 0 c,v ", ,')-> "' 0\ /11/"\0 Sincerely, Babu & Mercy Parayil · . CITY Of RENTON FEB 0 2 2009 II", -z,o M'" RECEI\IEO .soJ CITY CLERK'S OfFICE IUd /;y ])4IIfd 7. cNi;,fma n I Sr, 1/Z71Z009 To whom it may concern Regarding project # LUA08-10Z, CU-H. We have a few concerns about the development of property across the street as a church; whether that development will have any negative impact on the neighborhood or not depends upon economic, demographic, and philosophical information we do not have. Concern 1: Removal of a sizable property from the tax rolls. Assuming the City of Renton holds this area responsible for providing a constant contribution to their budget, how much will the exemption of property taxes for the above project increase the property taxes for the rest of the property owners in this neighborhood? Concern Z: Impact on infrastructure. Utilities available to this area were designed for a residential load . Will eXisting electric power lines be sufficient for a large facility? How much will surface runoff increase as a result of impermeable parking areas? What is the short-term and long-term plan for sewer access or septic drainfields? Concern 3: Prospects for growth. We understand that there is adequate off-street parking for the initial congregation, but if the church is successful, it will grow. What are the growth projections for this congregation, and what plans does it have to accommodate not only the expected rate of growth but also a very rapid rate of growth should that happen? Concern 4: Choice of this area for a new congregation. We have heard that most of the potential attendees of this proposed church do not live in the immediate area, but we have not heard "the big picture" from the church's perspective. Would this church be serving current members already living in our community, or is it intended to be an "outpost" to serve families who would be driving considerable distances? Concern 5: Contribution to the community and nation. Some churches are staunchly pro- American, some are overtly hostile to the predominant American culture, and some try to steer a neutral course. What stance does this church and congregation take toward the culture in which it would place itself, both locally and nationally, and how would it put that stance into action? We are not unalterably opposed to this project, but we have several concerns and no reasons to actively support it. Cordially, Michael and Pamela Nugent 1164Z SE 188 th ST Renton, WA 98058 February 2, 2009 AUDIENCE COMMENT Citizen Comment: Nordby - Annexation to King County Library System CO'lSENT AGENDA Council Meeting Minutes of 1/26/2009 Appointment: Advisory Commission on Diversity Appeal: St Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit, Christman, CU-08-102 CAG: 08-20 I, Liberty Park Ballfield Lighting, Service Electric Company UNFINISHED BUSINESS Committee of the Whole Library: Annexation to King County Library System Renton City Council Minutes Page 36 * Sixty-one volunteers, including former Washington Governor Mike Lowry and current Renton City Councilmembers Greg Taylor, Marcie Palmer, and Terri Briere, gathered for the third annual One Night Count in Renton to count the unsheltered homeless on January 30, In Renton's nine geographical count areas, 90 people were counted as homeless, This is an increase of over 100 percent from the 2008 count of 44, * Thc City of Renton Neighborhood Program will host the sixth annual Neighbor-to-Neighbor Leadership Workshop on Saturday, February 21, from 8:00 to 11 :30 a.m at the Renton Senior Activity Center located at 211 Burnett Ave. N, All interested City residents are welcome, Gurine Nordby (King County) remarked that the needs of elderly and disabled residents are not being met by the Renton Library System. She stated that she gave up her library card years ago and cannot go into the Renton library, She indicated that Renton libraries do not have many of the materials she borrows from the King County Library System (KCLS). \Ils. Nordby also stated that if her property is annexed to Renton, and Renton residents decide not to annex to the KCLS, she may consider a l<msuit to make sure the needs of disabled and elderly residents are meL Items on the consent agenda arc adopted by one motion which follows the listing. Approval of Council meeting minutes of 1/26/2009, Council concur. Mayor Law appointed Barbara Clark-Elliott to the Advisory Commission on Diversity for an unexpired term expiring on 12/31/2009 (position previously held by Audrey Godwin). Refer to Community Services Committee. City Clerk reported appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision regarding the St Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit (CU-08-1 02); appeal filed by David Christman, Sr., accompanied by required fee. Refer to Planning and Development Committee. City Clerk reported bid opening on 1/2312009 for CAG-08-201, Liberty Park Ballfield Lighting project; 13 bids; engineer's estimate $240,000; and submitted staff recommendation to transfer S20,000 within Fund 316 for this project and to award the contract to the low hidder, Service Electric Company, Inc., in the amount of S234,56 7.89 Refer to F III a nc_e Committee, MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY TA YLOR, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED. Council President Corman presented a Committee of the Whole report regarding the future and funding of the Renton libraries. The Committee recommended that the Administration: • Draft an interlocal agreement to continue to explore annexation to the King County Library System (KCLS) to determine roles and next steps, • Prepare an ordinance stating that it is in the best interest of the City to join KCLS, • Transmit the recommendation to the Renton Library Board for review and recommendation. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT, CARRlED, CITY OF RENTON COUNCIL AGENDA BILL I AI#: , k1; C .. Submitting Data: For Agenda of: February 2, 2009 DeptlDiv IBoard: AJLSICity Clerk Staff Contact: Bonnie l. Walton Agenda Status Consent. ............... X Subject: Public Hearing ........ Correspondence ....... Appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision dated November 20, Ordinance ............. Resolution ............. 2008, regarding St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Old Business .......... Permit. (File No. LUA-08-J 02 CU-H) Exhibits: New Business ......... • City Clerk's letter (112112009) Study Sessions ........ • Supplemental letter by appellant. (1/1112009) Information ............ • Response to Request for Reconsideration (1213012008) • Request for Reconsideration and Appeal by David Christman, Sr. (12/412008) • Hearing Examiners' Decision (1112012008) Recommended Action: Refer to Planning and Development Committee Fiscal Impact: Expenditure Required,., Amount Budgeted ....... , Total Project Budget"" SUMMARY OF ACTION: N/A Approvals: Legal Dept. ......... . Finance Dept.. ..... . Other. ................ . Transferl Amendment.., .... . Revenue Generated ... , .... . City Share Total Project. .. Appeal of the Hearing Examiner's decision on the St. Thomas Orthodox Cburch Conditional Use Permit Located at 11651 188 th Av SE was filed on December 4,2008 by David Christman, Sr., accompanied by the required $75 fee. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Council to take action on the St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit Located at 11651 188 th A v SE appeal. cc: Jennifer Henning Larry Warren Rentonnet/agnbilll bh CITY 0F RENTON January 21,2009 APPEAL FILED BY: David Christman, Sr. CityClerk Bon Die t Walton RE: . AppealofHearing ExamiJ1er'sdecision dated November 20, 200S, regardingConditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to st. Thomas Orthodox Church witbin the R-4 zone, known as st. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit,11651 ISSth Av S. (File No. LUA-OS-102) . To Parties of Record: Pursuant to Title N, Chapter 8, Renton City Code of Ordinances, written appeal of the hearing' examiner's decision on the Whitworth Condominiums Site Approval has been ·filed with 'the City Clerk In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8~ 11OF, within five days of receipt of the notice of appeal, or after all appeal periods with the Hearing Examiner haVe expired, the City "Clerkshall notify all parties of record of the receipt of the appeal .. Other Partiesofrecdrd mas 'submit letters limited to support of their positions regarding th~ appeal withi~ ten (10) days of. the date of maIlmg of this notIficatIOn. The deadlme for .submlsslOn of addItIOnal letters IS by 5:00 p.m., Monday, February 2, 2009. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the written appeal and other pertinent documents will be reviewed by the Council's Plarming and Development Committee at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 12,2009, in the Council Cbambers, 7th Floor of Renton City Hall, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, Washington 98057. The recommendation ofllie Committee wilI be presented for consideration by the full Council at a subsequent Council meeting. . Copy of the appeal and the Ret\ton MunicipalCode regarding appeal of Hearing Examiner decisions or recommendations is attached .. Please note that; the City Council will be considering the merits of the appeal based upon the written record previous!yestablished. Unless a showing can be niade that additional evidence cOuld not reasonablyhave been avamlble at the prior hearing held by the Hearing Examiner, no further evidence or testimony on this matter will be accepted bylli:e City Council. . . For additio~al information or assistance, please call me at 425-430-6:S 1 O. Sincerely, Bonnie I. Walton City Clerk . Attachments ~lO-S-S-S-tlU-t-h-G-ra-d-Y-W-a-Y---R-en-t-on-,~w-a-Sh-in-gt-0-n-98-0-S-7 ---( 4-ZS-)-4-3-0--6S-}-0-j--'F'--A-X-(4-2-S-) -43-0--6-S-16-' ~ ® This paper contains 50%, recycled material, 30% post consumer AHEAD O'l-" THE CURVE ClTYOFREN CIT¥FRENTON Denis Law, Mayor December 30, 2008 David J. Christman, Sr. 11S19 SEISS!h Street Renton, WA 98058 Re: St. Thomas Orthodox Church Request for Reconsideration Dear Me. Christman: Hearing Examiner Fred J. Kaufman This office has reviewed your request for reconsideratmn regarding the approval of Sf Thomas Church. The approved plans substantially reduce any direct impact"io neighboriilg property that .conversion of the property to church \jse would cause. The original plan had access from a very nartow suhstandard street lined with· single-family homes. The new plan totally avoids using the. narrow street for access and moves all access to an interior driveway. That does not mean that the changes will not alter the lise but that they should be contained generally to the subject site. Redevelopment of the site viith four or morei1omcs wOlild also create changes (0 the neighborhood. . There are no new reasons to modify the original decision. [fyou are not satisfied by thIS decision you may appeal to the CityCou)lcil.withiri 14 days of thIS decision·asoutlined in the original report. . S:W J Kay ~c<~~ Fred Kaufman Hearing Examiner City of Renton FKlrit. e.c: Stacy TOcl<er. PlatlningDivision . IorrArai, PlallJ1ing Division Kayren Kittrick, Economic and Development Services JellJ1ifer HellJ1ing, Economic and Development Services All Parties of Record ----I-05~5-S-'-O-Uth-·-G-ra-d-Y-"\\-'a-Y---R-e-tlt-on-,-"\\-'a-s~hi-ng-to-n-98-0-5-7---(4-2-5)~4~3-0--65-1-5---~ ~ * T-/ils paper contains 500,;' recycled n'laterial, 30% post consurn~r AJiE.",D OF THE ClJRVE APPEAL TO RENTON CITY COUNCIL nEe 114 200~ ll:~e.,:, OF REARIN XAMINER'S DECISIONIRECOl\ ;NDATION ,,>W ....-i . C ~ RECEIVED • I n (> M -:J S ~e c r ~ <----. CITY CLERK'S OFFICE APPLICATION NAME Sl1i,orl 35 0 r tllOJO)( ch IJfck FILE NO. Lull -0'16 -/0;1, cu---H The undersigned interested party hereby files its Notice of Appeal from the decision or recommendation of the Land Use Hearing Examiner, dated Oece: Ii ber ::3 ,200"? L IDENTIFICATION OF PARTY APPELLANT: . REPRESENTATIVE (IF ANY): Name: Name: Dav'/c:L T CbrL5L1 dN Sr. ------------------------ Address: 11"5 i cr :5 £ 15'3 ST Address: _____________ _ ~NtQ N WA '1 <005<3 Phone Number: 42. S -;2. C}.5 -<is 7 (,:2 Phone Number: ___________ _ Email: L. c\"I.T"i5tI'18NGil coacast, Email: Nee ---------------- 2. SPECIFICATION OF ERRORS (Attach additional sheets. if necessary) Set forth below are the specific errors or law or fact upon which this appeal is based: Finding of Fact: (Please designate number as denoted in the Examiner's Report) No. Error: _____________________________ __ Correction: ___________________________ _ Conclusions: No. Error: ____________________________ __ Correction: ___________________________ _ Other: No. Error: ____________________________ _ Correction: ___________________________ _ 3. SUMMARY OF ACTION REQUESTED The City Council is requested to grant the following relief: (Attach explanation, if desired) i Reverse the decision or recommendation and grant the following relief: , Modify the decision or recommendation as follows: Remand to the Examiner for further consideration as follows: Other: Oa'" jd. T. Chrl,Ztt1;7i'l ~r. Type!Printed Name 1;2 -,-:; 3-CJ"D Date NOTE:. Please refer to Title IV. Chapter 8. of the Renton Municipal Code, and Section 4-8-11 OF, for specific appeal procedures. <it" LIJJ'(:1 v.><tn-t'~ I 1\A.i \ W .. +I S,n..-", IC"'-"'<f~ -c~\ 1'\\-10,,,,-<\ • {)eVJ'v ,\)\",,+-.,--1--\<-co--"1'~ t'lt ...... , ....... ( City of Renton Municipal C Title IV, Chapter 8, Section 110 -Appea 4-8-IIOC4 The notice of appeal shall be accompanied by a fee in accordance with RMC 4-1-170, the fee schedule of the City. (Ord. 3658, 9-13-82) 4-8-110F: Appeals to City Council-Procedures I. Time for Appeal: Unless a specific section or State law providing for review of decision of the Examiner requires review thereof by the Superior Court or any other body, any interested party aggrieved by the Examiner's written decision or recommendation may submit a notice of appeal to the City Council, upon a form furnished by the City Clerk, within fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of the Examiner's written report. 2. Notice to }'arties of Record: Within five (5) days of receipt of the notice of appeal, the City Clerk shall notify all parties of record of the receipt of the appeal. 3. Opportunity to Provide Comments: Other parties of record may submit letters in support of their positions within ten (10) days of the dates of mailing of the notification of the filing of the notice of appeal 4. Transmittal of Record to Conncil: Thereupon the Clerk shall forward to the members of the City Council all of the pertinent documents, including the written decision or recommendation, findings and conclusions contained in the Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional letters submitted by the parties. (Ord. 3658, 9-13-1982) 5. Council Review Procedures: No public hearing shall be held by the City Council. No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted by the City Council unless a showing is made by the party offering the evidence that the evidence could not reasonably have been available at the time of the bearing before the Examiner. If the Council detemunes that additional evidence is required, the Council shall remand the matter to the Examiner for reconsideration and receipt of additional evidence. The cost of transcription of the hearing record shall be bome by the applicant. In the absence of an entry upon the record of an order by the City Council authorizing new or additional evidence or testimony, and a remand to the Hearing Examiner for receipt of such evidence or testimony, it shall be presumed that no new or additional evidence or testimony has been accepted by the City Council, and that the record before the City Council is identical to the hearing record before the Hearing Examiner. COrd. 4389,1-25-1993) 6. Council Evaluation Criteria: The consideration by the City Counci! shall be based solely upon the record, the Hearing Examiner's report, the notice of appeal and additional submissions by parties. 7. Findings and Conclusions Reqnired: If, upon appeal of a decision of the Hearing Examiner on an application submitted pursuant to RMC 4-J-050FI, and after examination of the record, the Council determines that a substantial error in fact or law exists in the record, it may remand the proceeding to Examiner for reconsideration, or modify, or reverse the decision of the Examiner accordingly. 8. Council Action: If, upon appeal from a recommendation of the Hearing Examiner upon an application submitted pursuant to RMC 4-1-050F2 and F3, and after examination of tbe record, the Council determines that a substantial error in fact or law exists in the record, or that a recommendation of the Hearing Examiner should be should be disregarded or modified, tbe City Council may remand the proceeding to tbe Examiner for reconsideration, or enter its own decision upon the application. 9. Decision Documentation: In any event, the decision of the City Council shall be in writing and shall specify any modified or amended findings and conclusions other than those set forth in the report of the Hearing Examiner. Each material finding shall be supported by substantial evidence in the record. The burden of proof shall rest with the appellant. (Ord 3658, 9-13-1982) 10. Council Action Final: The action of the Council approving, modifying or rejecting a decision of the Examiner shall be final and conclusive, unless appealed within the time frames established under subsection 05 of this Section. (Ord. 4660, 3-17-1997) S;] N I' ce t Pdt, Ie h r~) U)ci5 G<Jry .:jz;,h.l't60 N -, k')·, 11 !l1i 3) ') C i'S"-5 -th ':'JT !?er\J.t<'~N IJ-v J f 5 t: 1515 tn ST t(eN'teN 7 7 .. 1-. a: -th co..~1 /'7_ t' .! J err y .us '5e .Jo',/ce t :CJ~j lesc,'N f{;m. ~c;., If h G E3jlesOl\J Pane l;at r1JChJe.) 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THel?C rcy-..e=' , ,()() IV' I A c: t::. 6/-' r rn i:5 n1/5.. 7 I r1 e , 1l7/} A/k~ 'f O{.( ) !2 /r IV/}(/ c.,a d c;. _ .G /7 c;, C-~ 5o"V -_ .. -----------.~-~ CITY OF REm November 20, 2008 OFFICE OF THE HEARING EXAMINER CITY OF RENTON REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION APPLICANT/CONTACT: OWNER: LOCATION: SUMMARY OF REQUEST: SUMMARY OF ACTION: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REPORT: PUBLIC HEARING: Thomas George St Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Ave SE Renton, W A 98056 Babu & Mercy Parayil 2314 127'" Ave NE Bellevue, W A 98005 St Thomas Olihodox Church Conditional Use Permit LUA-08,102, CU-H 11651188" Ave SE Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to St Thomas Orthodox Church within the R- 4 zone. Development Services Recommendation: Approve with Conditions The Development Services Report was received by the Examiner on October 14, 2008. After reviewing the Development Services Report, examifling available information on file with the application, field checking the property and surrounding area; the Examiner conducted a public hearing on the subject as follows: MINUTES Tlte/ollowing minutes are a summary oftlte October 21, 2008ltearing. Tlte legal record is recorded on CD. The hearing opened on Tuesday, October 21, 2008, at 9:02 a.m. in the Council Chambers on the seventh floor of the Renton City Hall. Parties wishing to testity were affirmed by the Examiner. The following exhibits were entered into the record: Exhibit No.1: Yellow Project File containing the Exhibit No.2: SitelParking Plan application, reports, staff comments, and other material pertinent to the review ofthe project. Exhibit No.3: Church Floor Plan Exhibit No.4: Church Eltwations Exhibit No.5: St. Thomas Orthodox Church Parking Exhibit No.6: Zoning Map St. Thomas Orthodox Church ( File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 2 Modification litional Use Permit Exhibit No.7: Text Narrative of Proposal Exhibit No.9: Letters of Obiection from Neighbors Exhibit No. 11: Written Comments by Babu Parayil Exhibit No. 13: Aerial Photo provided by Mr. Christman showing wetland area Exhibit No.8: Aerial Photograph of Area Exhibit No. 10: Revised Site Plan Exhibit No. 12: Packet of Objection Letters from Neighbors The hearing opened with a presentation of the staff report by Ion Arai, Assistant Planner, Development Services, City of Renton, 1055 S Grady Way, Renton, Washington 98057. The project site is located within the Benson Hill Annexation area. The applicant proposes to convert an existing mechanical shop building into 90-seat church located at 11651 SE 188" Street. The existing building is 1,960 square feet and the subject property is 1.1 acre in size. There are two existing dwelling units on the northern half of the property. The church would be located in the southwest portion of the property. Renovation of the mechanical shop would include windows, doors and a cross 011 top of the roof. The new facilities would include a worship hall, break room, kitchen and two restrooms as well as a mechanical room. An existing gravel parking lot would be reconfigured to accommodate 19 stalls and landscaping. Access to the parking lot would be provided along 118" Street, which currently is a dead end, 12-foot wide gravel roadway. The Examiner questioned the fact that he believed the code allowed one use per lot, the existing prior use of this mechanical shop may make a difference, but the existing single-family home seems to be the primary use. Does the code permit mUltiple uses on a single lot? Jennifer Henning stated there is no specific language that limits primary uses to one use per lot. Other jurisdictions do have that restriction. Ion Arai continued stating that the access road is currently 12 feet wide but the easement is up to 30-feet wide. The site is designated Residential Low Density on the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. The conversion from a mechanical shop to a church would create less noise and traffic. Policies LU 104 and LU 107 are not met by the site, the site would be located within the interior of a residential neighborhood and the site would not have direct access to an arterial or a collector street. The size of use would not be affected. Setbacks, height and lot coverage standards are met by the proposal. The site further meets the buffering and screening requirements. Should the Examiner approve the Conditional Use Permit, a revised landscape plan would be required to clarify the buffering and screening issues. The proposed use appears to be too intense for the existing residential use and should the proposal be approved the applicant would be required to turn the existing residential homes on the property into housing for the clergy. The appearance of the structure would not change substantially; however, the level of activity would increase significantly. Compatibility issues are of concern to the surrounding neighborhood. On Sundays and St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Pennit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 3 on days when special services would be held, activity would increase. In addition, the hours of operation of the church could be limited to prevent incompatible noise impacts on surrounding properties. Within a mile radius of the proposed site there are religious institutions, none are the denomination of this proposed use. The surrounding area consists of mainly half acre or more lots sizes. The combination of the location of church and parking lot to the surrounding residential areas and the potential for incompatibility result in the conclusion that the proposed location is not suited for the proposed use. The site is currently on Septic and the applicant plans to bring in sewer and has a Certificate of Water and Sewer Availability from the Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. If the Conditional Use Pennit were approved, street improvements may be required if the street improvement thresholds are exceeded. Staff recommended Denial of this proposal due to inherent conflicts with the objectives and policies of the Renton Comprehensive Plan, and the incompatibility oflhe project with the R-4 zone, and estahlished surrounding residential development. The Examiner asked Ms. Henning what actually would be allowed On a lot in the R-4 zone? Ms. Henning stated that they had contacted the City Attorney and reviewed the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code. There is no prohibition to having multiple permitted uses. The use of the property, should this application be approved, should be for full church lise, in that the existing structures would need to be converted to accessory uses. The Examiner asked what else was allowed in the R-4 zone, private schools, and daycare for seniors? Ms. Henning stated that residential use is the most common, however other uses such as cemeteries, city government use facilities, schools, and group homes would be allowed with the approval of the Hearing Examiner. The code does not preclude specifically that any of these uses can be on the same lot with a single family home. The code is specific for new development in the terms of one home per lot. Thomas George, 266 Harrington Avenue SE, Renton 98056 explained that they are a small Indian Orthodox Christian group, the head office of the church is in India and this parish is under the American Diocese in New York. They would be conducting Sunday worship from 9:00 am to Noon and hold occasional other services. The average attendance, including children, is approximately 45 people. It is expected to grow to approximately 60 people in the next five years and the proposed 90-seat church is based on a ten-year projection. It appears that the primary concern of neighbors is the inconvenience by new traffic. The Fire Dept requirements of paving 118'" would encroach onto the wetland buffers. Further, the City and neighbors are concerned about sewer, parking and an increased level of noise. An additional 15-20 cars on Sunday should be no problem to the neighbors. During the first meeting with the City many of their objections were not brought up at that time. On October 15 a second meeting was held and a revised plan was presented to the City, which they appeared to approve. The revised plan involves using 188'" Street as the primary access for all church activity. The new 20' wide access to the property would include a hammerhead turnaronnd suitable to the Fire Department requirements. The guesthouse would be removed in order to allow for an adequate roadway. In order to maintain the residential feel to the neighborhood, landscaping and other screening options would be added to the relevant boundaries of the project site. There are approximately seven churches in a 7-mile radins of this site. SHEET METAL GUTTER, TYP DO'w'NSPDUT. TY 'w'INDO\ol 4-'X4', T rrrrr i(]1 I: U 35'-0' NORTH ELEVATION -188TH ST ),l, lIr !In-, fLL\ ~ II r IJl1.ill I II ill rrr I -40'-0' 56'-0' ELEVATION -'WEST SIDE EXHIBIT 4 ---r 21'- r 8'-0' J DOOR, 4'X7', TYP I,IIND[ 1,1 -4'X2', TYP I~ Ifrl1 il I Ii 'II lITuill1l11i r 8'-0' J Ii ELEVA TION -SOUTH SIDE IT I Ii: rrrrTl ill lin VEXISTTNG METAL SIDING, TYP sF> ~ 1 12'-0' I IrT I , r -[-I __ _ 40'-{l' ~ b~,\: .: f--------..:.....-----56'-0' ELEVATION -11aTH AVE 1/8'=1' I;!UlO~Eth ., ~ ... ItIo."'ll s~p -.{ ?~,~ 5 0 5 10 1!l!L::.;.€'ll.-' ~ - -! S::UU:' ST. THOMAS 11651 SE 168TH CHURCH ELEVATIONS teet 08/0.11/0.11 ~ • A /1 /1 II .;'i /l v7 -111-1 /i /7 /1 "'I /1 Ci' •• ~lerk's Office Distribution List Appeal, St Thomas Orth dox Church Conditional Use Permit Located t: 116511SSth Av SE File No. tUA-OS-I02 -CU-H J~uary 14, 200S , Renton Reporter City Attorney • Larry Warren . City Council * Julia Medzegian , CED I Alex Pietsch , ! Assistant Fire Marshal , David Pargas Planning Commission I Judith Subia - , Parties of Record** , (see attached list) PW I Administration Gregg Zimmerman PWlDevelopment Services , Neil Watts' ! Jennifer Henning ~ fOR ! Stacy Tucker' ! KaryTen Kittrick v pC/<.. ! Janet Conklin' IJ-r ~ .U ."oov. Ton P Larry Meckling' I PW/Transportation Services Peter Hahn . PWlUtilities & Tech Services Lys Hornsby . LUA-08-I02 , • *City Clerk's Letter & POR List only . I . foT/. Babu & Mercy Parayil 2314 127'h Av Ne Bellevue, W A 98005 Thomas George St. Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Av SE Renton, W A 98056 Dennis M. Gloster 18838 118'h Av SE Renton, W A 98058 David & Elizabeth Christman 11819SE188'h Renton, W A 98058 Gary Johnson 11811 SE 188'h St Renton, W A 98058 Randy Eagleson P.O. Box 4156 Renton, W A 98057 Joyce Eagleson 18842 l1S,h Av SE Renton, W A 98058 January 21, 2009 CERTIFICATE OF MAILlNG STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ) § COll-ITY OF KING ) BONN IE I. W ALTON, City Clerk for the City of Renton, bcing first duly sworn on oath, deposes and says that I am a citizen ofthe United States and a resident of the State of Washington, over the age of 21 and not a party to nor interested in this matter. That on the 21st day of January, 2009, at the hour of 5:00 p.m. your affiant duly mailed and placed in the United States Post Office at Renton, King County, Washington, by first class mail to all parties of record, notice of appeal filed by David Christman, Sr. of the Hearing Examiner's recommendation regarding the St. Thomas Orthodox Church. (File No. LUA-08-102, CU-H) Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE me this 21st day of January, 2009. Cll y OF RENTON COUNCIL AGENDA BILL I Al #: Submitting Data: For Agenda of: Fehruary 2, 2009 Dept/Div/Board: AJLSICity Clerk Staff Contact: Bonnie I. Walton Agenda Status Consent.. .............. X SUbject: Public Hearing ........ Correspondence ....... Appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision dated November 20, Ordinance ............. Resolution ............. 2008, regarding st. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Old Business .......... Permit. (File No. LUA-08-I02 CU-H) Exhibits: New Business ......... • City Clerk's letter (1/2112009) Study Sessions ........ • Supplemental letter by appellant. (1/11/2009) Information ............ • Response to Request for Reconsideration (12/3012008) • Request for Reconsideration and Appeal by David Christman, Sr. (121412008) • Hearing Examiners' Decision (1112012008) Recommended Action: Approvals: Refer to Plamling and Development Committee Legal Dept. ........ .. Finance Dept. ...... . Other ................. . Fiscal Impact: NIA Expenditure Required ... Transferl Amendment ........ Amount Budgeted ........ Revenue Generated ......... Total Project Budget .... City Share Total Project. .. SUMMARY OF ACTION: Appeal of the Hearing Examiner's decision on the St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit Located at 11651 188"' Av SE was filed on December 4, 2008 by David Christman, Sr., accompanied by the required $75 fee. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Council to take action on the St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit Located at 11651 188"' A v SE appeal. cc: Jennifer Henning Larry Warren Rentonnetiagnbilll bh January 21,2009 APPEAL FILED BY: David Christman, Sr. CITY F RENTON City Clerk Bonnie I. Walton RE: Appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision dated November 20, 200S, regarding Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to St. Thomas Orthodox Church within the R-4 zone, known as st. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit, 11651 ISSth Av S. (File No. LUA-OS-I02) To Parties of Record: Pursuant to Title IV, Chapter S, Renton City Code of Ordinances, written appeal of the hearing examiner's decision on the Whitworth Condominiums Site Approval has been filed with the City Clerk. In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-S-110F, within five days of receipt of the notice of appeal, or after all appeal periods with the Hearing Examiner have expired, the City Clerk shall notify all parties of record of the receipt of the appeal. Other parties of record may submit letters limited to support of their positions regarding the appeal within ten (10) days of the date of mailing of this notification. The deadline for submission of additional letters is by 5:00 p.m., Monday, February 2, 2009. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the written appeal and other pertinent documents will be reviewed by the Council's Planning and Development Committee at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. February 12, 2009, in the Council Cbambers, 7th Floor of Renton City Hall, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, Washington 9S057. The recommendation of the Committee wiJI be presented for consideration by the full Council at a subsequent Council meeting. Copy of the appeal and the Renton Municipal Code regarding appeal of Hearing Examiner decisions or recommendations is attached. Please note that the City Council will be considering the merits of the appeal based upon the written record previously established. Unless a showing can be made that additional evidence could not reasonably have been available at the prior hearing held by the Hearing Examiner, no further evidence or testimony on this matter will be accepted by the City Council. For additional information or assistance, please call me at 425-430-6510. Sincerely, Bonnie I. Walton City Clerk Attachments -, o-s-s-s-o-ut-h-G-ra-d-Y-W-a-Y---R-en-t-on-, -W-a-sh-in-gt-o-n-9S-0-S7--(-4-2S-)-4-30---6S-'-O-j-F-A-X-( 4-2-S-) 4-3-0--6-S-'6~ ~ ® ThiS paper contains 50% recyded malenal, 30% post consump.f AHEAD OF THE CURVE C1TYOF REI'/' JAN 1 2 2009 Denis Law, Mayor December 30, 2008 David J. Christman, Sr. 11819 SE 188 1h Street Renton, WA 98058 Re: St Thomas Orthodox Church Request for Reconsideration Dear Mr. Christman: CITY )F RENTON Hearing Examiner Fred J. Ka ufman This office has reviewed your request for reconsideration regarding the approval of St. Thomas Church. The approved plans substantially reduce any direct impact to neighboring property that conversion of the property to church use would cause. The original plan had access from a very narrow substandard street lined with single-family homes. The new plan totally avoids using the narrow street for access and moves all access to an interior driveway. That does not mean that the changes will not alter the use but that they should be contained generally to the subject site. Redevelopment of the site with four or more homes would also create changes to the neighborhood. There are no new reasons to modify the original decision. If you are not satisfied by this decision you may appeal to the City Council within 14 days oflh!s decision as outlined in the original report. "'w J Kev ~,~ hedKaufman Hearing Examiner City of Renton FK/nt e.c: Stacy Tncker, Planning Division Ion Arai, Planning Division Kayren Kittrick, Economic and Development Services Jennifer Henning, Economic and Development Services All Parties of Record 1055 South Grady Way -Renton, Washington 98057 -(425) 430-6515 * This paper oontail1S 50% recycled material, 30% post consumer AI-IEAU OF THE CURVE , ~~EAL TO RENTON CITY COUNC OF HEARI~ XAMINER'S DECISIONIRECOI\ ---< ' ;-~ ,'cCbvcu J n (;';-1 <J-::< L:-c-:,C r Gj(--. ;'1"\' :.1 FRK'Sf)F;:-I(>- APPLICATION NAME '~TJi\crl ;)<2 C ,tko:; lox c:h l re:l1-FILE NO, Ll'A()q -Ie;:? (~l/~H The undersigned interested party hereby files its Notice of Appeal from the decision or recommendation of the Land Use Hearing Examiner, dated [)CC c' i'1 bee'( ;3 ,20 C ':5' L IDENTIFICATION OF PARTY APPELLANT: REPRESENT A TIVE (IF ANY): Name: David T Chl-;'5l-[ (7 Phone Number: Y ;2 '7 -,2 LJ -')' \; 1 C;2 Phone Number: ______________________ _ Email: L C\,,, ',> t jJ aN G CCI1C"Y7l. Email: ____________________________ ___ Nee 2, SPECIFICATION OF ERRORS (Attach additional sheets, if necessary) Set forth below are the specific errors or law or fact upon which this appeal is based: Finding of Fact: (Please designate number as denoted in the Examiner's Report) No, Error: ____________________________________________________________ __ Correction: ________________________________________________________ _ Conclusions: No, Error: ____________________________________________________________ __ Correction: ________________________________________________________ _ Other: No, Error: ____________________________________________________________ _ COlTection: ________________________________________________________ _ 3, SUMMARY OF ACTION REOUESTED The City Council is requested to grant the following relief: (Attach explanation, if desired) l Reverse the decision or recommendation and grant the following relief: Modify the decision or recommendation as follows: Remand to the Examiner for further consideration as follows: Other: .' / , D;1\/1.::1 T Clu,<)tr-IJi'i ~r. TypcJPrinted Name ),,2 -,,' }, -c'S' Date NOTE: Please refer to Title IV, Chapter 8, of the Renton Municipal Code, and Section 4-8-11OF, for specific appeal procedures, Qt .. Ut.VVIj W«H!'I1, 1IA1I W,.,.I", k,-~ \C.,.'h(.""" -c,.l. .. ~ \"'\\"''11('1) -(:v1.<S"'fV \)W~hf -\,-<-(l.t'\"~ i..~tJ,,,,,,,'N:-1 City of Renton Municipal C ['itk IV, Chapter 8, Section 110 -Ap~ 4-8-1IOC4 The notice of appeal shall be accompanied by a fee in accordance with RMC 4-1-170, the fee schedule of the City. (Ord. 3658, 9-13-82) 4-8-11OF: Appeals to City Council -Procedures 1. Time for Appeal: Unless a specific section or State law providing for review of decision of the Examiner requires review thereof by the Superior Court or any other body, any interested party aggrieved by the Examiner's written decision or recommendation may submit a notice of appeal to the City Council, upon a form furnished by the City Clerk, within fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of the Examiner's written repOit. 2. Notice to Parties of Record: Within five (5) days of receipt of the notice of appeal, the City Clerk shan notify all parties of record of the receipt of the appeal. 3. Opportunity to Provide Comments: Other parties of record may submit letters in support of their positions within ten (10) days of the dates of mailing of the notification of the filing of the notice of appeal. 4. Transmittal of Record to Council: Thereupon the Clerk shall forward to the members of the City Council all of the pertinent documents, including the written decision or recommendation, findings and conclusions contained in the Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional letters submitted by the parties. (Ord. 3658, 9-13-1982) 5. Council Review Procedures: No public hearing shall be held by the City Council. No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted by the City Council unless a showing is made by the party offering the evidence that the evidence could not reasonably have been available at the time of the hearing before the Examiner. If the Council determines that additional evidence is required, the Council shall remand the matter to the Examiner for reconsideration and receipt of additional evidence. The cost of transcription of the hearing record shall be borne by the applicant. In the absence of an entry upon the record of an order by the City Council authorizing new or additional evidence or testimony, and a remand to the Hearing Examiner for receipt of such evidence or testimony, it shall be presumed that no new or additional evidence or testimony has been accepted by the City Council, and that the record before the City Council is identical to the hearing record before the Hearing Examiner. (Ord. 4389,1-25-1993) 6. Council Evaluation Criteria: The consideration by the City Council shall be based solely upon the record, the Hearing Examiner's report, the notice of appeal and additional submissions by parties. 7. Findings and Conclusions Required: If, upon appeal of a decision of the Hearing Examiner on an application submitted pursuant to RMC 4-1-050Fl, and after examination of the record, the Council determines that a substantial error in fact or law exists in the record, it may remand the proceeding to Examiner for reconsideration, or modify, or reverse the decision of the Examiner accordingly. 8. Council Action: If, upon appeal from a recommendation of the Hearing Examiner upon an application submitted pursuant to RMC 4-1-050F2 and F3, and after examination of the record, the Council determines that a substantial error in fact or law exists in the record, or that a recommendation of the Hearing Examiner should be should be disregarded or modified, the City Council may remand the proceeding to the Examiner for reconsideration, or enter its own decision upon the application. 9. Decision Documentation: In any event, the decision of the City Council shan be in writing and shall specify any modified or amended findings and conclusions other than those set forth in the report of the Hearing Examiner. Each material finding shan be supported by substantial evidence in the record. The burden of proof shall rest with the appellant. (Ord 3658, 9-13-1982) i . 10. 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After reviewing the Development Services Report, examining available information on file with the application, field checking the property and surrounding area; the Examiner conducted a public hearing on the subject as follows: MINUTES Thefollowing minutes are a summary of the October 21,2008 hearing. The legal record is recorded on CD. The hearing opened on Tuesday, October 21, 2008, at 9:02 a.m, in the Council Chambers on the seventh floor of the Renton City Hall. Parties wishing to testifY were affirmed by the Examiner. The following exhibits were entered into the record: Exhibit No.1: Yellow Project File containing the Exhibit No.2: SitelParking Plan application, reports, staff comments, and other material nertinent to the review of the project. Exhibit No.3: Church Floor Plan Exhibit No.4: Church Elevations Exhibit No.5: St. Thomas Orthodox Church Parking Exhibit No.6: Zoning Map St. Thomas Orthodox Church File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 2 Modification ditional Use Pennit Exhibit No.7: Text Narrative of Proposal Exhibit No.9: Letters of Objection from Neighbors Exhibit No. 11: Written Comments by Babu Parayil Exhibit No. 13: Aerial Photo provided by Mr. Christman showing wetland area Exhibit No.8: Aerial Photograph of Area Exhibit No. 10: Revised Site Plan Exhibit No. 12: Packet of Objection Letters from Neighbors The hearing opened with a presentation of the staff report by Ion Arai, Assistant Planner, Development Services, City of Renton, 1055 S Grady Way, Renton, Washington 98057. The project site is located within the Benson Hill Annexation area. The applicant proposes to convert an existing mechanical shop building into 90-seat church located at 11651 SE 188'· Street. The existing building is 1,960 square feet and the subject property is 1.1 acre in size. There are two existing dwelling units on the northern half of the property. The church would be located in the southwest portion of the property. Renovation of the mechanical shop would include windows, doors and a cross on top of the roof. The new facilities would include a worship hall, break room, kitchen and two restrooms as well as a mechanical room. An existing gravel parking lot would be reconfigured to accommodate 19 stalls and landscaping. Access to the parking lot would be provided along liS" Street, which currently is a dead end, 12-foot wide gravel roadway. The Examiner questioned the fact that he believed the code allowed one use per lot, the existing prior use of this mechanical shop may make a difference, but the existing single-family home seems to be the primary use. Does the code permit mUltiple uses on a single lot? Jennifer Henning stated there is no specific language that limits primary uses to one use per lot. Other jurisdictions do have that restriction. Ion Arai continued stating that the access road is currently 12 feet wide but the easement is up to 30-feet wide. The site is designated Residential Low Density on the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. The conversion from a mechanical shop to a church would create less noise and traffic. Policies LU 104 and LU 107 are not met by the site, the site would be located within the interior of a residential neighborhood and the site would not have direct access to an arterial or a collector street. The size of use would not be affected. Setbacks, height and lot coverage standards are met by the proposal. The site further meets the buffering and screening requirements. Should the Examiner approve the Conditional Use Permit, a revised landscape plan would be required to clarify the buffering and screening issues. The proposed use appears to be too intense for the existing residential use and should the proposal be approved the applicant would be required to tum the existing residential homes on the property into housing for the clergy. The appearance of the structure would not change substantially; however, the level of activity would increase significantly. Compatibility issues are of concern to the surrounding neighborhood. On Sundays and I St Thomas Orthodox Church l..-~ .. ditional Use Permit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 3 on days when special services would be held, activity would increase. In addition, the hours of operation ofthe church could be limited to prevent incompatible noise impacts on surrounding properties. Within a mile radius of the proposed site there are religious institutions, none are the denomination of this proposed use. The surrounding area consists of mainly half acre or more lots sizes. The combination of the location of church and parking lot to the surrounding residential areas and the potential for incompatibility result in the conclusion that the proposed location is not suited for the proposed use. The site is currently on Septic and the applicant plans to bring in sewer and has a Certificate of Water and Sewer Availability from the Soos Creek Water and Sewer District If the Conditional Use Permit were approved, street improvements may be required if the street improvement thresholds are exceeded. Staff recommended Denial of this proposal due to inherent conflicts with the objectives and policies of the Renton Comprehensive Plan, and the incompatibility of the project with the R-4 zone, and established surrounding residential development. The Examiner asked Ms. Henning what actually would be allowed on a lot in the R -4 zone'! Ms. Henning stated that they had contacted the City Attorney and reviewed the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code. There is no prohibition to having multiple permitted uses. The use of the property, should this application be approved, should be for full church use, in that the existing structures would need to be converted to accessory uses. The Examiner asked what else was allowed in the R-4 zone, private schools, and daycare for seniors? Ms. Henning stated that residential use is the most common, however other uses such as cemeteries, city government use facilities, schools, and group homes would be allowed with the approval of the Hearing Examiner. The code does not preclude specifically that any of these uses can be on the same lot with a single family home. The code is specific for new development in the terms of one home per lot. Thomas George, 266 Harrington Avenue SE, Renton 98056 explained that they are a small Indian Orthodox Christian group, the head office of the church is in India and this parish is under the American Diocese in New York. They would be conducting Sunday worship from 9:00 am to Noon and hold occasional other services. The average attendance, including children, is approximately 45 people. It is expected to grow to approximately 60 people in the next five years and the propDsed 90-seat church is based on a ten-year projection. It appears that the primary concern of neighbors is the inconvenience by new traffic. The Fire Dept requirements of paving JJSth would encroach onto the wetland buffers. Further, the City and neighbors are concerned about sewer, parking and an increased level of noise. An additional 15-20 cars on Sunday should be no problem to the neighbors. During the fIrst meeting with the City many of their objections were not brought up at that time. On October 15 a second meeting was held and a revised plan was presented to the City, which they appeared to approve. The revised plan involves using l88th Street as the primary access for all church activity. The new 20' wide access to the property would include a hammerhead turnaround suitable to the Fire Department requirements. The guesthouse would be removed in order to allow for an adequate roadway. In order to maintain the residential feel to the neighborhood, landscaping and other screening options would be added to the relevant boundaries of the project site. There are approximately seven churches in a 7-mile radius of this site. St. Thomas Orthodox Church • ditional Use Pennit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 200S Page 4 It appears that there would be less traffic impact on existing homes than if four new homes were to be built on the site. The workshop would most likely operate all week where the church only operates on Sunday. TIle new modified parking plan has been approved by the City, in addition signage will be provided as required and additional landscaping will also be included. He felt that they had met a1l the concerns of the City and the existing neighbors and if the project were approved they would comply with an conditions including landscape, noise, parking, signage, and lighting. They have already paid a fee to Soos Creek for water and sewer service. Babu Parayil, 2314 127th Avenue NE, Bellevue 98005 stated that he and his wife own the property and submitted the application for the proposed church. The property is in his name due to being purchased at auction and the church had difficulty getting a loan. Recently the church has found a bank that is wi1ling to lend the funds to them and so they are in the process of transferring the ownership to the church. One of the requirements for the loan is to have an approved building permit. The City sent notices to 30 families in the surrounding area of the proposed church, the City heard concerns from 3 of those families. It has been his experience in talking to the neighbors that the majority of them have no problems with the church being located in this area. The property is very level and they would be able to move the parking from the south to the north if needed. Since they are going to demolish the existing guesthouse there is plenty of space for parking. David Christman, 11819 SE 188 th , Renton 98058 stated that he lives southeast of the site and his driveway is off 188'" he also owns the lot directly east ofthe site otT of 118"'. He is opposed to the Conditional Use Permit, this project is incompatible in the R-4 zone. Other churches were built prior to the area being annexed into the City of Renton. They don't need a commercial enterprise in this zone, this is residential and that is what they want to keep it at. They do not want to see the traffic increase. Randy Eagleson, 18851 l20th Avenue SE (Mailing Add: PO Box 4156, Renton 98057) stated that he lives on a two-acre lot just southeast of the subject property. His mother also lives in the same area and has access off of IISth. He is concerned with 118" being blocked by vehicles parked and not having room for emergency vehicles to access the homes back in that area. He was further concerned if they would have access to the church during the addition of sewer and water, demolition of the guest house and parking lot construction. Elizabeth Christman, 11819 SE l88th , Renton 98058 stated that she objected to this development due to the fact that most of the people in the area are retired, they want a quiet, private area. She also had a packet ofletters of objection from additional neighbors regarding the construction of this church. She was concerned that these churches start out with 15 families and then soon the registration is up to 90 families and the next year there are 3,000 families in the congregation. Where will they park all these cars? Kavren Kittrick, Development Services stated that the private road was most likely a right-of-way with a substandard road, however, if it is private, and this has happened in King County where there will be some improvements in an area, they wi1l map out, in this case 30-feet, and then don't build a road to any type of public standard. King County would allow that to exist and not maintain the road. If this were truly a private road between these property owners, the City would have no jurisdiction. Which means that Police or Fire would not be able to use that road to issue tickets or anything else if it is a private road. If it is a public right-of- way, that happens to have a private road, then perhaps the Police and Fire could use it. There must be some paperwork somewhere, but she had not at this point searched for this and will undertake the process as soon as possible. ~t. Thomas Orthodox Church G File No,: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 PageS ional Use Permit A mechanic shop's highest use is on Saturday, if there were to be 4 new single family homes built on this property they would be looking at 40 per day everyday, When this project was reviewed, the intensity here would be only on Sunday, King County Health Department determines whether or not anybody is required to connect to sewer, if they have gone to Soos Creek, it appears that King County in this instance would require changing to sewer due to the proposed use as a church, The Building Department will not allow occupancy until everything is met, including improvements, the turnaround, the sewer installed, all construction would have to be completed for use as a church, David Pargas, Fire Marshal stated that from a fire code standpoint, they require anything that is ISO' off the main access to have a minimum 20-foot wide access with a surface capable of sustaining their apparatus. It would also need the turning capability of a hammerhead or a cuI-dc-sac, at this location we would require a hammerhead turnaround, Should the access point be off of 118"', the road would have to be widened to 20-feet with the surface being able to sustain the weight of the fire trucks as well as providing the hammerhead turnaround, Now with the access being off of 188"', as long as that meets the 20-foot width, with a turnaround with a 45-foot exterior radius (20- foot inside) and the hammerhead designed to their requirements, there would be no issue with that access road, Because the road would be a minimum of20'-28' wide it would require fire lane signage on both sides so that there would be no parking on that road. Mr, Christman stated that 118"' was originally a 15-foot easement that was provided by the owners before Mr. Parayil bought the property. The Examiner asked that ifhe had any documents to that effect, ifhe would provide copies to Ms, Kittrick that would be appreciated, Mr. George stated that they are proposing to not use 118"' at all, they will install landscaping along 118'" so no use will be available to members attending the church services, Regarding the growth of the church, Mr, Parayil is one of the oldest members of the church, he joined in 1988 and from that year to 2008 the membership went from 6 to 15 members, The growth to 90 members is projected for the next 10 years, If the membership should grow to over 90 members and all the seating is used up, they would sell the property and move the church to a larger facility, Further, they will not be using the facility until they receive the occupancy permit. Ion Arai upon questioning by the Examiner stated that from information provided by some ofthe neighbors, there is a wetland feature that is located east of the property and if IIStl' is not widened in any way, then the buffer of the stream or wetland is not effected, If improvements would be required on 118'" then there would be some need to conduct an Environmental Review, needing a wetland delineation, but that does not seem applicable at this juncture, The Examiner moved to the redesign of the proposal with an interior 20-foot wide access road with hammerhead turnaround, which the Fire Department would inspect with regards to their requirements, This does change some ofthe impacts on neighbors, there still could be impacts if people chose to park on 18S"' or along the private road to the east of the project. St. Thomas Orthodox Church File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 6 iditional Use Permit Ms. Henning stated that per Renton Municipal Code, churches are required to have one parking stall for each 5 seats in the main auditorium. They cannot have fewer than 10 spaces. In this instance, because of the 90-seat capacity, the parking that is being proposed and required does comply. With regard to the revised proposal presented today, Staff did meet with the applicant last week in order to relay to them that staff would be recommending denial today. The applicants volunteered to redesign their plans. however, staffhas not had an opportunity to review the new proposed plans. The Examiner stated that he would continue the hearing to November 4, 2008 at 9:00 am, to give staff the opportunity to review the proposal, meet with the applicant and neighbors to determine whether this works. It appears to lessen some of the impacts, traffic would be moved to the interior of the site. This does not address other issues like noise would have on the immediate area. The staff report should be reissued by October 28 th and copies mailed to all parties by October 30/31. The Examiner called for further testimony regarding this project. There was no one else wishing to speak, and no further comments from staff. The hearing closed at 10:36 a.m. The following mill utes are a summary of the November 4, 2008 cOlltillued hearillg from 1012812008. The legal record is recorded on CD. The hearing opened on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at 9: 16 a.m. in the Council Chambers on the seventh floor of the Renton City Hall. Parties wishing to testify were affirmed by the Examiner. The hearing opened with a presentation of the staff report by Ion Arai, Assistant Planner, Department of Community and Economic Development, City of Renton, 1055 S Grady Way, Renton, Washington 98057. The project today is a continuation of the St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit. The guesthouse would be demolished and the primary residence would remain. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided from SE I 88 th Street to the project's gravel parking lot via a private driveway. The driveway would provide a 20-foot wide paved surface, which meets the Fire Department's access requirements. The driveway would also include a hammerhead turnaround. The driveway would be approximately 23-feet from the west property line. The comprehensive land use designation for this site is Residential Low Density, this assures that the scale, density and intensity of uses are compatible with low-density neighborhoods. The applicants have modified the proposal to reduce the impact of the use on the surrounding neighborhoods. Access would be internalized to the parking lot and create better separation from the surrounding neighbors. The impacts of noise, dust and traffic would be minimized. This is a renovation of an existing structure, the existing building footprint would not chanje. Landscaping would also remain the same as in the original proposal. Changing the driveway to SE 188 Street minimizes the neighbors concerns over traffic, noise and dust. There would be no height or building impacts on the surrounding neighborhood. The staff would like to see the southern portion of the parking lot adjusted in order to create greater separation between the residence to the south and the parking lot. Compatibility is a great concern to the surrounding neighbors, most of the activity would happen in conjunction with religious services and be at off-peak hours. St. Thomas Orthodox Church C File No.: LUA-OB-I02, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 7 'onal Use Permit The Examiner inquired about the gravel parking lot, and the fact that it would be stirring up dust innnediately adjacent to single-family homes. Babu Parayil read a statement regarding the project, concerns and their response. Sunday worship takes place on Sunday from 9:00 am to Noon and an occasional additional service. The average attendance on Sunday is approximately 45, they expect to grow to 60 in the next five years. With the new proposed driveway, the current entrance from 11 8th used by the workshop will be abandoned. They will be bringing sewer and water to the neighborhood via Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. Should this lot be developed with 4 new single-family homes, it would likely produce more traffic, noise and pollution than a peaceful Christian worship center used once a week. Landscaping and fencing around the structure isolate the church from the periphery of the residential area. In closing, they want to assure the neighborhood that addressing their concerns, current and future, would be a mere practice of their faith. Mr. Parayil read a list of conditions provided by the City that would be met, if granted a conditional use permit. Pamela Nugent, 11642 SE 188 th Street, Renton 98058 stated that she resides just north of the subject site. Since the access was moved from 118"' Street to 188"' Street. She was concerned if the driveway were to be gravel, however, she was informed that the driveway would be paved. She next questioned as to what their recourse would be if this church becomes twice the size that it is currently proposed to be? She was concerned ifthere were to be parking allowed on SE 188th Street, if would be very difficult to exit their driveway with vehicles parked along the street. The Examiner stated that it could become twice the size up to the capacity, which allows 90 seats. There is plan for expansion, and if they expand to their expected size, the parking stalls are still sufficient for that number. Beyond that they would have to seek a new permit for expansion, if they chose to expand this church facility on this site. What they have applied for is a 90-seat church, if the permit were approved it would be for a maximum 90-seat church. Gary Johnson, 11811 SE 188" Street, Renton 98058 stated that he resides to the east of 1 18 th Street. He is against this church because of noise. His back door is approximately 160 feet from the building (church). It appears that a few shrubs and vines will not stop the noise, he believes that the people will make more noise in church and getting back and forth from their cars that the actual cars will make. He does not believe that anyone in the neighborhood will use the facility, the owners of the property will not live on site. Everyone that will attend the services will come from outside this community. The neighbors should have the final say on if this church is allowed on this property or not. David Christman, 11819 SE 18S th Street, Renton 98058 testified in opposition to the project. He has lived in the area for 50 years and does not want to see another church in their neighborhood. The gravel parking lot will still have dust blowing around the area. Randy Eagleson, 18851 120th SE, stated he lives on the large lot just south of IISth. He wanted to know if the gate were to be closed off and landscaped would cars be parking on 118" and block the road for local residents. He also opposes the church in the neighborhood. St. Thomas Orthodox Church File No.: LUA-OS-lOZ, CU-H November 20, 200S Page 8 ditional Use Permit Mr. Arai stated that the gate was proposed to be eliminated. Elizabeth Christman, I1S19 SE 188", Renton stated that most of the people in this neighborhood are retired and enjoy their privacy. They are opposing this church because they feel it is an invasion of their privacy. Kayren Kittrick, Development Engineering Supervisor stated that the driveway would be paved and that the parking lot would be gravel to allow for flexibility. The area in which the parking lot would be installed is well compacted down and to minimize affects on drainage, it was determined to be best to allow the gravel parking lot. Wheel stops will delineate parking stalls. The building will have a rated capacity, it would be subject to inspection by both Building Department and the Fire Department. If they exceed that capacity they would be shut down. Parking would be allowed on 188", it is a public road. The City can and would evaluate if they start receiving complaints. Ifit is determined to be a safety factor, the street could be signed "no parking". She was concerned with protection of the owner's rights if the gate were closed off on 118"'. It is the property of the proposed church. It is an easement that the other property owners have rights to, but it is not a right-of way, the underlying property is owned by this subject parcel. If the City decides to close off their access and use of that road, does that mean that they would lose their rights to that parcel? It should be stated somewhere that the closing of the gate does not remove their rights to this parcel. The wetland is the subject of difficulties that the neighbors are having. They have been told that they cannot develop because there mayor may not be an intermittent stream or wetlands in the area east of I 18th. They are working with the Corps of Engineers. As long as this building does not expand, they do not need to deal with the wetlandlbuffer issue. The Examiner stated that the Comprehensive Plan policy suggests that churches be on arterial streets and this street is not an arterial. If it is not designated as an arterial, then it is not one and 188'h is not designated as an arterial street. He also inquired as to what is done when the policy states that the church's access should be on " collector or arterial street. Ms. Kittrick stated that she had no designation for this street and would check to see if there have been any recent changes. Jennifer Henning, Current Planning Manager stated that the defining word both policies is "should". It is not a prescriptive requirement, it does not say "shall". It is not implemented in the code with the word "shall", which means that it is to be considered. Ion Arai showed an aerial photograph presented by Mr. Christman showing in the southwest corner a notation stating, "approximate wetland area". What it shows is a drainage flow from the wetland area north along liS'" SE and then west along SE 18S", along the drainage ditch. The drainage would flow underneath the proposed driveway. Ms. Kittrick returned and stated that 116" is designated a minor arterial street and 188 th is a non-designated street. Ms. Henning stated that the feature that runs along the east side of the subject site and then across the north side was brought to their attention by Mr. Christman. He has had some work done on his property in the hopes of being able to subdivide in the future. He pointed out that there was a wetland with a ditch attached and that this , . St. Thomas Orthodox Church ~_ .. ditional Use Permit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 9 should come under consideration during the project Staff does believe that if no changes were made to 118"' then there would be no impact within a reasonable buffer area and so they did not need to have this area evaluated. Ifthere were to be improvements made to 188'h Street or if the project value exceeds approximately $50,000 then it triggers the need for some street improvements along SE 18S'". Ifthese street improvements were made then there is a potential that the ditch would become involved, A wetland study would need to be done as part of an Environmental Review, it would have to occur in conjunction with any street improvements, She further stated that staff has been to the site on many occasions. Mr. Christman stated that the ditch on I 18 th was put in by previous owner and was put in to draw water from the project site. The Examiner called for further testimony regarding this project. There was no one else wishing to speak, and no further comments from staff. The hearing closed at 10: 19 a.m. FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS & RECOMMENDATION Having reviewed the record in this matter, the Examiner now makes and enters the following: FINDINGS: 1. The applicant, Thomas George for St. Thomas Orthodox Church, filed a request for a Conditional Use Permit. 2. The yellow file containing the staff report, the State Environmental Policy Act (SEP A) documentation and other pertinent materials was entered into the record as Exhibit #1. 3. The Environmental Review Committee (ERC), the City's responsible official determined that the proposal is exempt from environmental review. 4. The subject proposal was reviewed by all departments with an interest in the matter. 5, The map element of the Comprehensive Plan designates the area in which the subject site is located as suitable for the development of rural residential uses, but does not mandate such development without consideration of other policies of the Plan. 6. The subject site is currently zoned R-4 (Single Family - 4 dwelling units/acre). 7. The subject site was annexed to the City with the adoption of Ordinance 5327 enacted in March 200S. 8. The subject site is located at 11651 SE I 88 th Street. It is bounded on its east margin by a private street, 1 18th Avenue SE. The easement creating this street runs through the subject site. 9. The subject site is approximately 1.1 acres or 48,351 square feet. St. Thomas Orthodox Church File No,: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 10 ditional Use Pennit 10. The subject site is essentially flat. The subject site contains a single family home, a guesthouse (a second single family home) and a shop building. The two homes are located in the north third of the property. The shop building is located in the southeast quarter of the property. 11. The applicant proposes converting the shop building into a church. The building is 1,960 square feet and one-story. The conversion to a church would not change the physical size or bulk of the building. There would be no change in the setback There would be cosmetic changes including new windows and doorways and the addition of a cross. · , 12. The initial plan would have retained both homes on the north portion of the subject site with access to the church via liS"' Avenue SE. Staff reviewed this initial plan and recommended that the application to establish the church by Conditional Use Permit be denied. Staff believed that the impacts on the neighboring homes would be too great with access from the private, non-standard easement roadway. 13, At the first pubic hearing on the proposal the applicant modified the plans in an attempt to satisfY staff's concerns and reduce the impacts of the church. The suggested changes were to remove the western, guesthouse and provide access via 188th which is the public street running along the north side of the subject site rather than the private street running along the east side of the subject site. The hearing was continued to allow staff and the public to review the proposed modified plan. 14. The neighbors generally opposed the conversion of the shop to a church and were concerned about traffic and noise impacts on their homes and community. 15. Staff reviewed the new design and based on that new design recommended that the proposal be approved. They recommended a series of conditions to reduce impacts on the neighboring property. Those conditions were as follows: I. The applicant shall provide a revised landscape plan detailing the landscape areas that would buffer the perimeter of the parking lot from visual, noise, and dust impacts. This landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager prior to the issuance of the building penni!. The proposed landscaping shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit issuance, 2, The applicant shall reconfigure the parking lot along the south property line to give additional separation between the residence on the abutting property to the south and the parking stalls. A revised parking plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. 3. The applicant shall c1osewindows and doors during services/social events and install insulation and Heating/V entilationl Air Conditioning CHV AC) within the building to limit the amount of noise impacts associated with church services. Installation of the HV AC systems would need to be accomplished prior to issuance of an occupancy pennit. 4, The applicant shall limit the hours of operation of church activities to the hours of 7 ;00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. 5. The applicant shall build a six-foot fence along the west property line to screen any potential glare onto the abutting property to the west. The fence design would need to be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building pennit. The fence shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit issuance 6. The applicant shall submit an amended site plan detailing pedestrian access connections. The plan must show a defined pedestrian access connection through the parking lot to entrance of the church. A dedicated pedestrian connection from the entrance of the church to SE 188'" Street must also be shown on the plan. Within the gravel parking lot, the pedestrian connection St. Thomas Orthodox Church C( File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 onal Use Permit Page 11 shall use materials, such as pavers or brick, to create visual separation from the graveled vehicle areas. On paved surfaces, the pedestrian connection can be painted. The plan must show a waiting area in front of the church that is separated (physically or visually) from the rest of the parking lot to ensure the safety of congregating in front of the main entrance of the church. The site plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. 7. The applicant shall submit a signage plan to the Planning Division Project Manager detailing parking lot signs showing pedestrian connections and spaces, ADA parking stalls, and entrance and exit signs. The signage plan shall give the sign type, locations, dimensions and materials of each sign. This signage plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit and shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit issuance. 8. The applicant shall submit a revised site plan detailing a reconfiguration of the parking lot to reduce the aisle width from 60 feet to 24 feet to reduce the amount of space dedicated for veliicles. Better separation between vehicles and pedestrians would reduce the conflict between the two uses. 9. The applicant would be required to submit a wetlands delineation study pursuant to RMC 4-3- 050M and drainage study, subject to Public Works Plan Reviewer approval, prior to the submittal of any permit authorizing paving and/or drainage changes on SE 188" Street. 10. The applicant shall submit a lighting plan following the standards of RMC 4-4-075 to the Planning Division Project Manager, showing the type of lighting proposed, the direction of thc lighting, and the location of all of the exterior lights prior to issuance of the building permit. II. If the Conditional Use Permit is approved, staff recommends that the existing remaining dwelling on the site be converted to clergy residential housing in order to avoid conflicts with the proposed church use. A number of the proposed conditions are intended to reduce impacts on neighboring properties including limiting hours of operation, increased landscaping and separation on the southern and western boundaries and containing noise by using climate control systems. 16. It appears that there might be affected wetlands as well as a water feature just off site_ Staff has recommended that it be defined appropriately. 17. Access would now be via a paved driveway from the north. It would include a paved hammerhead turnaround to accommodate emergency access. A modification allowing the applicant to maintain a gravel surface in the parking lot was approved administratively. The gravel surface would reduce drainage impacts and gravel should reduce dust. Defining parking stalls can be more difficult with gravel. 18. Tliere would be parking per code requirements and the applicant would provide 19 stalls. 19. The converted church would have an assembly capacity of 90 parishioners. The current congregation is approximately 45 persons with an anticipated attendance of approximately 60 in five years. Growth beyond the capacity would have to be addressed if and when that occurred, as the space would be limited without additional renovation. 20. The applicant was concerned about the condition that would limit hours of operation as the limitation could affect Easter services. They also objected to the climate controls as well as the limitation on the use of the single-family home to clergy. St. Thomas Orthodox Church File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 12 CONCLUSIONS: ditional Use Pennit I. The applicant, for a Conditional Use Pennit must demonstrate that the use is in the public interest, will not impair the health, safety or welfare of the general public and is in compliance with the criteria found in Section 4-31-36 (C), which provides in part that: a. The proposal generally confonns with the Comprehensive Plan; b. There is a general community need for the proposed use at the proposed location; c. There will be no undue impacts on adjacent property; d. The proposed use is compatible in scale with the adjacent residential uses, if any; e. Parking, unless otherwise pennitted, will not occur in the required yards; f. Traffic and pedestrian circulation will be safe and adequate for the proposed project; g. Noise, light and glare will not cause an adverse affect on neighboring property; h. Landscaping shall be sufficient to buffer the use from rights-of-way and neighboring property where appropriate; and I. Adequate public services are availablc to serve the proposal. The requested conditional use appears justified. 2. While the proposed use might not be the most appropriate use nor the most appropriate location for a church, the proposed use is not that intruaive on this larger lot, which contained a shop with heavier uses than normally occur on rural residential properties. The division of the lot into potentially four new lots would increase traffic in the area by approximately 10 new trips per home on a daily basis whereas the church use would be confined to the weekend with occasional mid-week use. 3. Churches are generally allowed in most areas of the City by the Comprehensive Plan. Although that plan suggests they be located at the periphery of residential neighborhoods and be located along arterial streets those are not mandated by code. Those two criteria are guidelines. The larger, one-acre lot allows some inherent separation from its immediate neighbors. In addition staff has recommended some conditions that will help screen the site and attenuate noise. Air conditioning and sound containment are appropriate. If loeational and access street criteria are intended to be more controlling they wonld need to be codified. 4. This office has determined that ascertaining community need for a church serving any particular religious denomination is an inappropriate criterion. 5. While there may be impacts of establishing a church on this site they do not appear to be unduly intruaive. The realignment ofthe access to the public street from the narrow private roadway will considerably reduce traffic impacts on the neighboring properties. The recommendation to create more separation between the parking and surrounding properties will also reduce impacts. This office believes that while a modification to allow retention of a gravel parking surface by another agency was well meaning it might create dust issues for neighbors that should not be permitted. This office wonld not St. Thomas Orthodox Church C File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 13 ional Use Pennit generally exempt a church right in the midst of single-family homes from the nonnal parking lot requirements including appropriate paving and stall markings. Therefore, this office will require the lot to be paved to reduce its impacts on neighboring property. 6. The rather modest one-story, approximately 1,930 square foot building is already located on the subject site so there is no new intrusive building proposed. The applicant proposes no changes to the bulk of the building and only limited changes to its exterior. 7. The appropriate yards will be provided or maintained. Staff has recommended additional separation to the south and this should also be provided on the west to protect the single-family amenities that the R-4 should provide. The applicant shall provide 10 feet of setback and landscaping on the west to screen the parking area. 8. The relocation ofthe access to 188th, the north, will limit traffic impacts. The new interior driveway will also limit impacts to the neighborhood. The pavement of the parking lot will allow better demarcation of pedestrian routes from the street and parking lot to the actoal church building, which was suggested by staff. Traffic circulation is safe and adequate. 9. Church services and the voices of the congregants can occasionally spill out of the building and therefore, staft's recommendation to contain noise by using climate control appears appropriate. The separation of the church from its neighbors is not substantial so limiting the impacts is appropriate. 10. Additional landscaping will help buffer the neighbors from the more intense uses that occur when up to 90 people gather on a proper\'j zoned for rural residential uses and surrounded by rural residential uses. The application shall provide at least 10 feet of landscaped buffer along the west and south property lines. 11. This office believes that the Zoning Code should be reviewed to detennine whether it is appropriate to allow more than one principle use on one lot. In this case, as originally proposed, there would have been two single-family homes as well as a separate church building. Even as modified there are two principal uses -the single family home and the church. It seems that only one principle use should be permitted on a single lot but this is a policy question that the City Council might want to consider. 12. In conclusion, the establishment of a church on this property will change the character of the neighborhood and will have some additional impacts on that neighborhood but they do not appear to be unreasonable if the project is developed as now proposed and subject to the conditions suggested by staff. DECISION: The Conditional Use Permit is approved subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall provide a revised landscape plan detailing the landscape areas that would buffer the perimeter of the parking lot from visual, noise, and dust impacts. This landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager prior to the issuance of the building permit. The landscaping shall be at least ten feet wide along the south and west property lines. The proposed landscaping sha II be installed and inspected prior to occupancy pennit issuance. 2. The applicant shall reconfigure the parking lot along the south property line to give additional separation between the residence on the abutting property to the south and the parking stalls. A revised • '5 -l.l!Sll..5N KS ... W 111. SE IT6It>Sl , " .. ~ SE 1&2"" SI "-< R-' EXHIBIT 6 . "' , < • ~, RC ..... !Jl i----....,..,j~ j w Z ~ l"J l"J .... 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' .... * A SE I~~nl S1 I.AIIN -- I~'CTYP> 14.0',.' lHG L ... _', 9!1!! .. ., • .....:;:~ .•. ,J .. ---..... ---!,.I . ..,,:, ::;:" .. .-. ::~:i ... Denis Law, Mayor January 21 , 2009 APPEAL FILED BY: David Christman, Sr. CITY~F RENTON City Clerk Bonnie I. Walton RE: Appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision dated November 20, 200S, regarding Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to St. Thomas Orthodox Church within the R-4 zone, known as St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit, 11651 ISSth Av S. (File No. LUA-OS-102) To Parties of Record: Pursuant to Title N, Chapter 8, Renton City Code of Ordinances, written appeal of the hearing examiner's decision on the Whitworth Condominiums Site Approval has been filed with the City Clerk. In accordance with Renton Municipal Code Section 4-S-IIOF, within five days of receipt of the notice of appeal, or after all appeal periods with the Hearing Examiner have expired, the City Clerk shall notifY all parties of record ofthe receipt ofthe appeal. Other parties of record may submit letters limited to support of their positions regarding the appeal within ten (10) days of the date of mailing of this notification. The deadline for submission of additional letters is by 5:00 p.m., Monday, February 2, 2009. NOTICE IS HEREBY GNEN that the written appeal and other pertinent documents will be reviewed by the Council's Planning and Development Committee at 3:00 p.m. on Thursdav, February 12,2009, in the Council Chambers, 7th Floor of Renton City Hall, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, Washington 98057. The recommendation of the Committee will be presented for consideration by the full Council at a subsequent Council meeting. Copy of the appeal and the Renton Municipal Code regarding appeal of Hearing Examiner decisions or recommendations is attached. Please note that the City Council will be considering the merits of the appeal based upon the written record previously established. Unless a showing can be made that additional evidence could not reasonably have been available at the prior hearing held by the Hearing Examiner, no further evidence or testimony on this matter will be accepted by the City Council. For additional information or assistance, please call me at 425-430-6510. Sincerely, Bonnie I. Walton City Clerk Attachments -I o-s-s-s-o-ut-h-G-ra-d-Y-W-a-Y---R-en-to-n-, -W-a-sh-in-gt-o-n-9-g-0-S7-'-C-4-2S-)-4-30---6S-I-O-;-FAX--C 4-2-S-) 4-3-0-'6-S-16-~ ® ThiS paper contains 50% recycled material. 30% post consumer I\H~AD OF TIrE CURVF. • • nnEAL TO RENTON CITY COUNC' It)O ~ OF HEARIl'I ,XAMINER'S DECISIONIRECO~ , NDATION 8EC 1142008 5"" , C r,ECEIVED --rh 0 M ;;;)S' -ec r ~ (~ , r;ITY CLERK'S OFfiCE APPLICATION NAME S11110rl as C r t/'odo x Ch I-'rckL FILENO, LuA ,09, jO.2/.:U-H The undersigned interested party hereby files its Notice of Appeal from the decision or recommendation of the Land Use Hearing Examiner, dated l)ccc i"j ber ,3 ,200'3, L IDENTIFICA nON OF PARTY APPELLANT: Name: DaY'jet ',J Cbri5trl dN Sr REPRESENTATIVE (IF ANY): Nrune: ____________________________ _ Address: I 15 i'l :-; £ 1'5<27 5T Address: ___________________________ _ ~Nto N WA, 9 '3c5<3 Phone Number: Y.2 5 -';25,5 -"'37 (,;;Z Phone Number: ______________________ _ Email: Lc\ ... 1i5tii 8NGM COr1ccyztr Email: Nc't: ----------------------------- 2, SPECIFICATION OF ERRORS (Attach additional sheets, if necessary) Set forth below are the specific errors or law or fact upon which this appeal is based: Finding of Fact: (Please designate number as denoted in the Examiner's Report) No, Error: __________________________________________________ _ Correction: _____________________________________________ _ Conclusions: No, Error: ____________________________________________________ _ Correction: ___________________________________________ _ Other: No. Error: _______________________________________________________ _ Correction: _________________________________________ _ 3. SUMMARY OF ACTION REOUESTED The City Council is requested to grant the following relief: (Attach explanation, if desired) :l Reverse the decision or recommendation and grant the following relief: Modify the decision or recommendation as follows: Remand to the Examiner for further consideration as follows: Other: r", ( GO\.-\..A'\ i .\. .... ±yY\.O.."(\ o eN id. Tell r i';; t.1 .;:7 N c::; r. Appellant/R' resentative Signature TypclPrinted Name 1./ -;'/3-c.'9i Date NOTE: Please refer to Title IV, Chapter 8, of the Renton Municipal Code, and Section 4,8-1IOF, for specific appeal procedures, G.t" lct"v~ W4YJ'('t'\, 1\.a.i\ W ... +ls, f1.cc\ lCo..",f."",~, ~C . .\..'~. H~W)'(," -f)ev,~'1\1 \A'If'f·.I.".... -\~r ... "/I.~ L1(~~~~ ( I City of Renton Municipal Cl .. ; Title IV, Chapter 8, Section 110 -Appea 4-8-IIOC4 The notice of appeal shall be accompanied by a fee in accordance with RMC 4-1-170, the fee schedule of the City. (Ord. 3658, 9-13-82) 4-8-110F: Appeals to City Council-Procedures I. Time for Appeal: Unless a specific section or State law providing for review of decision of the Examiner requires review thereof by the Superior Court or any other body, any interested party aggrieved by the Examiner's written decision or recommendation may submit a notice of appeal to the City Council, upon a form furnished by the City Clerk, within fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of the Examiner's written report. 2. Notice to Parties of Record: Within five (5) days of receipt of the notice of appeal, the City Clerk shall notify all parties of record of the receipt of the appeaL 3. Opportunity to Provide Comments: Other parties of record may submit letters in support of their positions within ten (10) days of the dates of mailing of the notification of the filing of the notice of appeaL 4. Transmittal of Record to Council: Thereupon the Clerk shall forward to the members of the City Council all of the pertinent documents, including the written decision or recommendation, findings and conclusions contained in the Examiner's report, the notice of appeal, and additional letters submitted by the parties. (Ord. 3658, 9-13-1982) 5. Council Review Procedures: No public hearing shall be held by the City CounciL No new or additional evidence or testimony shall be accepted by the City Council unless a showing is made by the party offering the evidence that the evidence could not reasonably have been available at the time of the hearing before the Examiner. If the Council determines that additional evidence is required, the Council shall remand the matter to the Examiner for reconsideration and receipt of additional evidence. The cost of transcription of the hearing record shall be borne by the applicant. In the absence of an entry upon the record of an order by the City Council authorizing new or additional evidence or testimony, and a remand to the Hearing Examiner for receipt of such evidence or testimony, it shaU be presumed that no new or additional evidence or testimony has been accepted by the City Council, and that the record before the City Council is identical to the hearing record before the Hearing Examiner. (Ord. 4389, 1-25-1993) 6. Council Evaluation Criteria: The consideration by the City Council shall be based solely upon the record, the Hearing Examiner's report, the notice of appeal and additional submissions by parties. 7. Findings and Conclusions Required: If, upon appeal of a decision of the Hearing Examiner on an application submitted pursuant to RMC 4-1-050FI, and after examination of the record, the Council determines that a substantial error in fact or law exists in the record, it may remand the proceeding to Examiner for reconsideration, or modify, or reverse the decision of the Examiner accordingly. 8. Council Action: If, upon appeal from a recommendation of the Hearing Examiner upon an application submitted pursuant to RMC 4-1-050F2 and F3, and after examination of the record, the Council determines that a substantial error in fact or law exists in the record, or that a recommendation of the Hearing Examiner should be should be disregarded or modified, the City Council may remand the proceeding to the Examiner for reconsideration, or enter its own decision upon the application. 9. Decision Documentation: In any event, the decision ofthe City Council shall be in writing and shall specify any modified or amended findings and conclusions other than those set forth in the report of the Hearing Examiner. Each material finding shall be supported by substantial evidence in the record. The burden of proof shall rest with the appellant. (Ord 3658, 9-13-1982) 10. Council Action Final: The action of the Council approving, modifying or rejecting a decision of the Examiner shall be final and conclusive, unless appealed within the time frames established under subsection 05 of this Section. (Ord. 4660, 3-17-1997) • D ~, 3 A ,:1 cL I 01'1 a \ i N ~M r1 ;;)'t leN \~ r ;] R e;1',;' c:: <",t 4'0 r K e ce' /'{ S I J er ;]t i 0 i-J uN ("eN cL It 10 N 3/ '--;.5c Pc:::. r4 \ t ~C.,( 'ST. 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Denis Law, Mayor December 30. 2008 David J. Christman, Sr. 11819 SE 188'h Street Renton, WA 98058 Rc: St. Thomas Orthodox Church Request for Reconsideration Dear Mr. Christman: CITY Hearing Examiner Fred J. Kaufman This office has reviewed your request for reconsideration regarding the approval of St. Thomas Church. The approved plans substantially reduce any direct impact to neighboring property that conversion of the property to church use would cause. The original plan had access from a very narrow substandard street lined with single-family homes. The new plan totally avoids using the narrow street for access and moves all access to an interior driveway. That does not mean that the changes will not alter !he use but that they should be contained generally to the subject site. Redevelopment of the site with four or more homes would also create changes to the neighborhood. There are no new reasons to modify !he original decision. [fyou are not satisfied by this decision you may appeal to the City Council within 14 days of this decision as outlined in the original report. Sincerely. I .. ~)dKcv r~ Fred Kaufman Hearing Examiner City of Renton FK!nt cc: Stacy Tucker, Planning Division Ion Arai, Planning Division Kayren Kittrick, Economic and Development Services Jennifer Henning, Economic and Development Services All Parties of Record -~ ---)-0-5-5 -S-ou-th-G-r-a-dy-W-ay-. R-e-n-to-n-, W-a-sh-in-gt-o-n-9-g-0-57-.-(-4-Z5-)-4-30-.-65-)-5----R E N TON' AHEAD OF Ti-ll'. CUR'"/. APP 0 RENTON CITY COUNCIL OF HEARING EXlu.HNER'S DECISIONIRECOMME nE r "4" 8 II,)" .ION !J ,. I, {DO SvJ . G? R~~~D T"h 0 M 207 ~eC r :1 C. CITY CLERK'S OFFICE APPLICATION NAtvIE SlThorl.35 0, thoJo x Ch LJrch. FILE NO L uA -C.g 10;.2, (.iJ-.H , The undersigned interco;ted party hereby files its Notice of Appeal from the decision or recommendation of the Land Use Hearing Examiner, dated Occc 1'1 ber ::3 ,200'6, L IDENTIFICATION OF PARTY APPELLANT: Name: David T Chri5t (I;;;]N S, REPRESENTATIVE (IF ANY): Name: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES eli) OF REN I UN Address I 1"3 i 1 S £ 115"3 ST i1:N'to N W A '1 <305<3 Address: -----------;~"""":--;-_=c~-- DEC 0 4 2008 Phone Number ,-/2'i -.2-55' <37(,:2 Phone Number: RECEIVED Email: L. d"1I5tli8NGil CDrlC.C¥itT Email: _____________ _ Net: 2 SPECIFICATION OF ERRORS (Attach additional sheets, if necessary) Set forth below are the specific errors or law or fact upon which this appeal is based: Finding of Fact: (Please designate number as denoted in the Examiner's Report) No. Error: _________ _ Correction: _________________ _ ---_._----------- Conclusions: No. Error: _______________________ _ Correction: _____________________ _ Other: No. Error: ______________________________ _ Correction: ___________________________ _ <;UMMARY OF ACTION REQUESTED The City Council is requested to grant the following relief: 'tach explanation, if desired) t Reverse the decision or recommendation and grant the following relief: Modify the decision or recommendation as follows: Remand to the Examiner for further consideration as follows: 'her: '\ "' . ~ , ,;;tY'Ab'/'(\!l. 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TH8ecpc/'.....c , ,() () AI I /I C c. 6/-' 7-/7-0:5 n115 7/r'e, /rt/JNk.: 'iOC{) !2/rNIJOC,o d &. £/lG{.G50<0 November 20, 2008 OFFICE OF THE HEARING EXAMINER CITY OF RENTON REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION APPLICANT/CONTACT: OWNER: LUC:ATION: SUMMARY OF REQUEST: SUMMARY OF ACTION: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REPORT: PUBLIC HEARING: Thomas George St. Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Ave SE Renton, W A 98056 Babu & Mercy Parayil 2J 14127" Ave NE Belleyue, W A 98005 St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit LUA-08-102, CU-H 11651 188'" Ave SE Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to St. Thomas Orthodox Church within the R- 4 zone, Development Sen~ces Recommendation: Approve with Condltions The Development Services Report was received by the Examiner on October 14,2008, Alter reviewing the Development Services Report, examining available information on file with the application, field checking the property and surrounding area; the Examiner conducted a public hearing on the sllbjcd as follows: MINUTES Thefollowillg millutes are a summary oflhe October 21,2008 he([riltg, Tlte legal record is recorded 011 CD. The hearing opened on Tuesday, October 21, 2008, at9:02 a.m. in the Council Chambers on the seventh floor of the Renton City Hall. Parties wishing to testifY were affrrmed by the Examiner. The following exhibits were entered into the record: Exhibit No.1: Yellow Project File containing the Exhibit No.2: SiteIParking Plan application, reports, staff comments, and other material pertinent to the review ofthe project Exhibit No.3: Church Floor Plan Exhibit No.4: ChurchE1evations - Exhibit No.5: St Thomas Orthodox Church Parking Exhibit No.6: Zoning Map St. Thomas Orthodox Chu ,onditional Use Pennit File No,: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 3 on days when special services would be held, activity would increase, In addition, the hours of operation of the church could be limited to prevent incompatible noise impacts on surrounding properties, Within a mile radius of the proposed site there are religious institutions, none are the denomination of this proposed use, The surrounding area consists of mainly half acre or more lots sizes, The combination of the locatIOn of church and parking lot to the surrounding residential areas and the potential for incompatibility result in the conclusion that the proposed location is not suited for the proposed use, The site is currently on Septic and the applicant plans to bring in sewer and has a Certificate of Water and Sewer Availability from the Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. If the Conditional Use Pennit were approved, street improvements may be required if the street improvement thresholds are exceeded, Staff reconUllended Denial of this proposal due to inherent conflicts with the objectives and policies of the Renton Comprehensive Plan, and the incompatibility of the project with the R-4 zone, and established surrounding residential development The Exanliner asked l\1s. Henning what actually would be allowed on a lot in the R-4 zone? Ms, Henning stated that they had contacted the City Attorney and reviewed the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code, There is no prohibition to having multiple pennitted uses, The use of the property, should this application be approved, should be for full church use, in that the existing structures would need to be converted to accessory uses. The Examiner asked what else was allowed in the R-4 ?one, private schools, and daycare for seniors? Ms, Henning stated that residential use is the most common, however other uses such as cemeteries, city govemment use facilities, schools, and group homes would be allowed with the approval of the Hearing ExamineL The code does not preclude specifically that any of tllese uses can be on the same lot with a single family home, The code is specific for new development in the tenns of one home per lot Thomas George, 266 HaITington Avenue SE, Renton 98056 explained that they are a small Indian Orthodox Christian group, the head office of the church is in India and this parish is under the American Diocese in New York They would be conducting Sunday worship from 9:00 am to Noon and hold occasional other services, The average attendance, including children, is approximately 45 people, It is expected to grow to approximately 60 people in the next five years and the proposed 90-seat church is based on a ten-year projection, It appears that the primary coneem of neighbors is the inconvenience by new traffic, The Fire Dept requirements of paving 118" would encroach onto the wetland buffers, Further, the City and neighbors are concerned about sewer, parking and an increased level of noise. An additional 15-20 cars on Sunday sbould be no problem to the neighbors, During the first meeting with the City many of their objections were not brought up at that time, On October 15 a second meeting was held and a revised plan was presented to the City, which they appeared to approve, The revised plan involves using 188" Street as the primary access for all church activity, The new 20' wide access to the property would include a hanunerhead turnaround suitable to the Fire Department requirements. The guesthouse would be removed in order to allow for an adequate roadway. In order to maintain the residential feel to the neighborhood, landscaping and other screening options would be added to the relevant boundaries of the project site. There are approximately seven churches in a 7-mile radius of this site. St. Thomas Orthodox Church Con File No.: LUA-OS-102, CU-If November 20, 2008 Page 5 al Use Pennit A mechanic shop's highest use is on Saturday, if there were to be 4 new single family homes built on this property they would be looking at 40 per day everyday. When this project was reviewed, the intensity here would be only on Sunday. King County Health Department determines whether or not anybody is required to connect to sewer, if they have gone to Soos Creek, it appears that King County in this instance would require changing to sewer due to the proposed usc as a church. 11,e Building Department will not allow occupancy until everything is met, including improvements, the tumaround, the sewer installed, all construction would have to be completed for use as a church. David Par gas, Fire Marshal stated that Ii-om a fire code standpoint, they require anything that is 150' off the main access to have a minllnum 20-foot wide access with a surface capable of sustaimng their apparatus. It would also need the turning capability of a hammerhead or a cuI-dc-sac, at this location we woult! require a han1n'lcrhead turnaround. Should the access point be off of I 18"', the road would have to be widened to 20-feet with the surface being able to sustain the weight of the fire tnlcks as well as providing the hal1ll11erhead turnaround. Now with the access being off of 188"" as long as that meets the 20-foot width, with a turnaround with a 45-foot exterior radius (20- foot inside) and the hal1ll11erhead designed to their requirements, there would be no issue with tilat access road. Because the road would be a minimum of 20' -28' wide it would require tire lane signage on both sides so that there would be no parking on that road. Mr. Christman stated that I IS'" was originally a IS-foot easement that was provided by the owners bete)re Mr. Parayil bought the property. The Examiner asked that if he had any documents to that effect, ifhe would provide copies to Ms. Kittrick that would be appreciated. Mr. Georg" stated that they are proposing to not use I IS lli at all, they will install landscaping along lIS'" so no use will be available to members attending the church sef\~ces. Regarding the growth of the church, Mr. Parayil is one of the oldest members of the church, he joined in 1988 and from that year to 2008 the membership went trom 6 to 15 members. The growth to 90 members is projected for the next 10 years. If the membership should grow to over 90 members and all the seating is used up, they would sell the property and move the church to a larger facility. Further, they will not be using the facility until they receive the occupancy permit. Ion Arai upon questioning by the Examiner stated that from information provided by some of the neighbors, there is a wetland feature that is located cast of the property and If IIStl• is not widened in any way, then the buffer of the stream or wetland is not effected. If improvements would be required on 118 th then there would be some need to conduct an Environmental Review, needing a wetland delineation, but that does not seem applicable at this juncture. The Examiner moved to the redesign of the proposal with an interior 20-foot wide access road with hammerhead tuI11around, which the Fire Department would inspect with regards to their requirements. This does change some oflhe impacts on neighbors, there still could be impacts ifpeople chose to park on 188 th or along the private road to the cast of the project. St. Thomas Orthodox Chur. File No.: LUA-OS-I02, CU-.. November 20, 2008 Page 7 ditional Use Permit The Examiner inquired about the gravel parking lot, and the fact that it would be stirring up dust immediately adjacent to single-family homes. Babu Parayil read a statement regarding the project, concerns and their response. Sunday worship takes place on Sunday from 9:00 am to Noon and an occasional additional service. The average attendance on Sunday is approximately 45, they expect to grow to 60 in the next five years. With the new proposed driveway, the current entrance from 118 '> used by the workshop will be abandoned. They will be bringing sewer and water to the neighborhood via Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. Should this lot be developed with 4 new single-family homes, it would likely produce more traffic, noise and pollution than a peaceful Christian worship center used once a week. Landscaping and fencing around the structure isolate the church from the periphery oflhe residential area. In closing, they want to assure the neighborhood that addressiug their concerns, current and future, would be a mere practice of their faith. Mr. Parayil read a list of conditions provided by the City that would be met, if granted a conditional use permit. f.amela Nu~!l!, 11642 SE 188'" Street, Renton 98058 stated that she resides just north of the subject site. Since the access was moved from 118'" Street to 188"' Street. She was concerned if the driveway were to be gravel, however, she was informed that the driveway would be paved. She next questioned as to what their recourse would be if this church becomes twice the size that it is cLUTently proposed to be? She was concerned if there were to be parking allowed on SE l88th Street, if would be very difficult to exit their driveway with vehicles parked along the street. The Examiner stated that it could become twice the size up to the capacity, which allows 90 seats. There is plan for expansion, and if they expand to their expected size, the parking stalls are still sufficient for that number. Beyond that they would have to seek a new permit for expansion, if they chose to expand this church facility on this site. What they have applied for is a 90-seat church, if the permit wcre approved it would be for a maximum 90-seat church. Gary Johnson, 11811 SE 188'" Street, Renton 98058 stated that he resides to the east of liS'" Street. He is against this church because of noise. His back door is approximately 160 feet from the building (churchl. It appears that a few shrubs and vines will not stop the noise, he believes that the people will make more noise in church and getting back and forth from their cars that the actual cars will make. He does not believe that anyone in the neighborhood will use the facility, the owners of the property will not live on site. Everyone that will attend the services will come from outside this community. The neighbors should have the final say on if this church is allowed on this property or not. David Christman, 11819 SE 188'" Street, Renton 98058 testified in opposition to the project. He has lived in the area for 50 years and does not want to see another church in their neighborhood. The gravel parking lot will still have dust blowing around the area. Randy Eagleson, 18851 120'" SE, stated he lives on the large lot just south of lIS"'. He wanted to know if the gate were to be closed off and landscaped would cars be parking on 11S!h and block the road for local residents. He also opposes the church in the neighborhood. St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Pennit File No.: LUA-08-I02, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 9 should come under consideration during the project. Staff does believe that if no changes were made to liS" then there would be no impact within a reasonable buffer area and so they did not need to have this area evaluated. If there were to be improvements made to 188~ Street or if the project value exceeds approximately $50,000 then it triggers the need for some street improvements along SE 188~. If these street improvements were made then there is a potential that the ditch would become involved. A wetland study would need to be done as part of an Environmental Review, it would have to oceur in conjunction with any street improvements. She further stated that staffha;; been to the site on many occasions. Mr. Christman stated that the ditch on 1 18"' was put in by previous owner and was pul in to draw water from the project site. The Examiner called for further testimony regarding this proJect. There was no one else wishing to speak, and no further comments from staff. The hearing closed at 10: 19 a.m. FINDINGS. CONCLUSIONS & RECOMl\-ffiNDATION Having reviewed the record in this matter, the Examiner now makes and enters the following: FINDTl\GS: I. The applicant, Thomas George for St. Thomas Orthodox Church, filed a request [or a Conditional Use Penn it. 2. TI,e yellow file containing the slaffreport, the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) docwnentation and other pertinent materials was entered into the record as Exhibit #1. 3. The Environmental Review Committee (ERC), the City's responsible official detemlincd that rhe proposal is exempt from environmental review. 4. The subject proposal was reviewed by all departments with an interest in the matter. 5. The map element of the Comprehensive Plan designates the area in which the subject site is located as suitable for the development of rum 1 residential uses, but does not mandate such development without consideration of other policies of the Plan. 6. The subject site is currently zoned R-4 (Single Family - 4 dwelling wlits/acre). 7. The subject site was annexed to the City with the adoption of Ordinance 5327 enacted in March 2008. 8. The subject site is located at 11651 SE 188"' Street. It is bounded on its east margin by a private street, 118th Avenue SE. The easement creating this street nms through the subject site. 9. The subject site is approxImately l.l acres or 48,351 square feet. St. Thomas Orthodox Church File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 'tional Use Pennit Page 11 shall use materials, such as pavers or bnck, to create visual separation from the graveled vehicle areas. On paved surfaces, the pedestrian connection can be painted. The plan must show a waiting area in front of the church that is separated (physically or visually) from the rest of the parking lot to ensure the safety of congregating in front of the main entrance of the church. The site plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. 7. The applicant shall submit a signage plan to the Planning Division Project Manager detailing parking lot signs shO\ving pedestrian connections and spaces, ADA parking stalls, and entrance and exit signs. The signage plan shall give the sign type, locations, dimcnsions and materials of each sign. This signage plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit and shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit issuance. 8. The applicant shall submit a revised site plan detailing a reconfiguration of the parking lot (0 reduce the aisle width from 60 feet to 24 feet to reduce the amount of space dedicated for vehicles. Better separation between vehicles and pedestrians would reduce the conniet between the two uses. 9. The applicant would be required to submit a wetlands delineation study pursuant to RMC 4-3- 050M and drainage study, subject to Public Works Plan Reviewer approval, prior to the submittal of any permit authorizing paving and/or drainage changes on SE 18S ili Street. 10. The applicant shall submit a lighting plan following the standards of RMC 4-4-075 to the Planning Division Project Manager, showing the type of lighting proposed, the dl reelion of the lighting, and the location of all of the exterior lights prior (0 issuance of the building perm:!. 11. If the Conditional Use Permit is approved, staff recommends that the existing rcrnammg dwelling on (he site be converted to clergy residential housing in order to avoid can filets with the proposed church use. A nwnber of the proposed conditions are intended to reduce impacts on neighboring properties including limiting hours of operation, increased landscaping and separation on the southern and western boundaries and containing noise by using climate control systems. 16. It appears that there might be affected wetlands as well as a water feature just off site. Staff has recommended that it be defined appropriately. 17. Access would now be via a paved driveway from the north. It would include a paved hammerhead turnaround to accommodate emergency access. A modification allowing the applicant to maintain a gravel surface in the parking lot was approved administratively. The gravel surface would reduce drainage impacts and gravel should reduce dust. Defining parking stalls can be more difficult with gravel. 18. There would be parking per code requirements and the applicant would provide 19 stalls. 19. The converted church would have an assembly capacity 0[90 parishioners. The current congregatIOn is approximately 45 persons with an anticipated attendance of approximately 60 in five years. Growth beyond the capacity would have to be addressed if and when that occurred, as the space would be limited without additional renovation. 20. The applicant was concerned about the condition that would limit hours of operation as the limitation could affect Easter services. They also objected to the climate controls as well as the limitation on the use of the single-family home to clergy. St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditi File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 13 Use Permit generally exempt a church right in the midst of single-family homes from the nonnal parking lot requirements including appropnate paving and stall markings. Therefore, this office w"l require the lot to be paved to reduce its impacts on neighboring property. 6. The rather modest one-story, approximately 1,930 square foot building is already located on the subject site so there is no new intrusive building proposed. The applicant proposes no changes to the bulk of the building and only limited changes to its exterior. 7. The appropriate yards will be provided or maintained. Staff has recommended additional separation to the south and this should also be provided on the west to protect the single-family amenities that the RA should provide. The applicant shall provide 10 feet of setback and landscaping on the west to screen the parking area. 8. The relocation of the access to 188th, the north, will limit traffic impacts. The new interior driveway will also limit impacts to the nClghborhood. The pavement of the parking lot ,,~ll allow better demarcation of pedestrian routes from the street and parking lotto the actlml church building, which was suggested by staff Traffic circulation is safe and adequate. 9. Church serYlee, and the voices of the congregants can occasionally spill out of the building and therefore, staff's recommendation to contain noise by using climate control appears appropriate. The separation of the church from its neighbors is not substantial so limiting the impacts is appropriate. 10. Additional landscaping will help buffer the neighbors from the more mtense uses that occur when up to 90 people gather on a property zoned for rural residential uses and surrounded by rural residentIal uses. 111e application shall provide at least 10 feet of landscaped buffer along the west and south property lines. II. This office believes that the Zoning Code should be review·ed to determll1c whether it is appropriate to allow more than Oile principle use on one lot. In this case, as originally proposed, there would have been two single-family homes as well as a separate church building. Even as modified there are two principal uses -the single family horne and the church. It seems that only one principle use should be pennitted on a single lot but this is a policy question that the City Council might wallt to consider. 12. In conclusion, the establishment of a church on this property will change the character of the neighborhood and will have some additional impacts Oll that neighborhood but they do not appear to be unreasonable if the project is developed as now proposed and subject to the conditions suggested by staff. DECISION: The Conditional Use Permit is approved subject to the follo\ving conditions: 1. The applicant shall provide a revised landscape plan detailing the landscape areas that would buffer the perimeter of the parking lot fr0111 visual, noise, and dust impacts. This landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager prior to the issuance of the building permit. TIle landscaplllg shall be at least ten feet wide along the south and west property lines. The proposed landscaping shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit issuance. 2. The applicant shall reconfigure the parking lot along the south property line to give additional separation between the residence on the abutting property to the south and the parking stalls. A revised SI. Thomas Orthodox Churc File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20,2008 Page 15 ditional Use Permit 13. The existing remaining dwelling on the site be converted to clergy residential housing in order to avoid conflicts with the proposed church use. ORDERED THIS 20Ch day of November 2008. TRANS MITrED TIDS 20~ day of November 2008 to the parties of record: Ion Arai Development Services City of Renton Babu & Mercy Parayil 2314 127"' Ave NE Bellevue, W A 98005 Thomas George SI. Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Ave S E Renton, W A 98056 Dennis M. Gloster 18838 l18Ch Avenue SE Renton, W A 98058 Jennifer Henning Development Services City of Renton David & Elizabeth Christman 11819 SE 188th Renton, W A 98058 Gary Johnson 1181 i SF 188"' Street Renton, W A 98058 TRANS MITrED THIS 20 th day of November 2008 to the following: Kayren Kittrick Development Services City of Renton Randy Eagleson PO Box 4156 Renton, W A 98057 J ayee Eagleson 18~42 118'" Avenue SE Renton, W A 98058 Mayor Denis Law David Pargas, Fire Marshal Jay Covington, Chief Administrative Officer Julia Medzegian, Council Liaison Gregg Zimmerman, PBPW Administrator Alex Pietsch, Economic Development Jennifer Henning, Development Services Slacy Tucker, Development Services King County Journal Larry Meckling, Building Official Planning Commission Transportation Division Utilities Division Neil Watts, Development Services Janet Conklin, Development Services Pursuant to Title IV, Chapter 8, Section lOOGofthe City's Code, request for reconsideration must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m., December 4, 2008. 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Signature: Notar~ Public i~-rndO; the State of'\Vashington Residing at ~~~:t~" , , therein. Application, Petition or Case No.: St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit LUA 08-102, CU-H The Decision or Recommendation contains {l complete list of the Parties of Record November 20, 200S OFFICE OF THE HEARING EXAMINER CITY OF RENTON REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION APPLICANT/CONTACT: OWNER: LOCATION: SUMMARY OF REQUEST: SUMMARY OF ACTION: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REPORT: PUBLIC HEARING: Thomas George St. Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Ave SE Renton, W A 98056 Babu & Mcrcy Parayil 2314 127'h Ave NE Bellevue, W A 98005 St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit LUA-OS-102, CU-H 11651 18S"' Ave SE Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to St. Thomas Orthodox Church within the R- 4 zone. Development Services Recommendation: Approve with Conditions The Development Services Report was received by the Examiner on October 14, 200S. After reviewing the Development Services Report, examining available information on file with the application, field checking the property and surrounding area; thc Examiner conducted a public hearing on the subject as follows: MINUTES Thefollowing minutes are a summary of the October 21,2008 hearing. The legal record is recorded on CD. Thc hearing opened on Tuesday, October 21, 200S, at 9:02 a.m. in the Council Chambers on the seventh floor of thc Renton City Hall. Parties wishing to testify were affirmed by the Examiner. The following exhibits were entered into the record: I Exhibit No.1: Yellow Project File containing the Exhibit No.2: SitelParking Plan I application, reports, staff comments, and other : material pertinent to tbe review of the project. Exhibit No.3: Church Floor Plan Exhibit No.4: Church Elevations Exhibit No.5: st. Thomas Orthodox Church Parking Exhibit No.6: Zoning Map St. Thomas Orthodox Chur~H Conditional Use Permit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 2 Modification Exhibit No.7: Text Narrative of Proposal Exhibit No.9: Letters of Objection from Neighbors Exhibit No. 11: Written Comments by Babu Parayil Exhibit No. 13: Aerial Photo provided by Mr. Christman showing wetland area .--- Exhibit No.8: Aerial Photograph of Area Exhibit No. 10: Revised Site Plan Exhibit No. 12: Packet of Objection Letters from Neighbors The hearing opened with a presentation of the staff report by Ion Arai, Assistant Planner, Development Services, City of Renton, 1055 S Grady Way, Renton, Washington 98057. The project site is located within the Benson Hill Annexation area. The applicant proposes to convert an existing mechanical shop building into 90-seat church located at 11651 SE 188th Street. The existing building is 1,960 square feet and the subject property is 1.1 acre in size. There are two existing dwelling units on the northern half ofthe property. The church would be located in the southwest portion of the property. Renovation of the mechanical shop would include windows, doors and a cross on top of the roof. The new facilities would include a worship hall, break room, kitchen and two restrooms as well as a mechanical room. An existing gravel parking lot would be reconfigured to accommodate 19 stalls and landscaping. Access to the parking lot would be provided along 118 th Street, which currently is a dead end, 12-foot wide gravel roadway. The Examiner questioned the fact that he believed the code allowed one use per lot, the existing prior use of this mechanical shop may make a difference, but the existing single-family home seems to be the primary use. Does the code permit multiple uses on a single lot? Jennifer Henning stated there is no specific language that limits primary uses to one use per lot. Other jurisdictions do have that restriction. Ion Arai continued stating that the access road is currently 12 feet wide but the easement is up to 30-feet wide. The site is designated Residential Low Density on the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. The conversion from a mechanical shop to a church would create less noise and traffic. Policies LU 104 and LU 107 are not met by the site, the site would be located within the interior of a residential neighborhood and the site would not have direct access to an arterial or a collector street. The size of use would not be affected. Setbacks, height and lot coverage standards are met by the proposal. The site further meets the buffering and screening requirements. Should the Examiner approve the Conditional Use Permit, a revised landscape plan would be required to clarify the buffering and screening issues. The proposed use appears to be too intense for the existing residential use and should the proposal be approved the applicant would be required to tum the existing residential homes on the property into housing for the clergy. The appearance of the structure would not change substantially; however, the level of activity would increase significantly. Compatibility issues are of concern to the surrounding neighborhood. On Sundays and ! • St. Thomas Orthodox Church CondItIOnal Use Permit File No.: LUA-OS-I02, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 3 on days when special services would be held, activity would increase. In addition, the hours of operation of the church could be limited to prevent incompatible noise impacts on surrounding properties. Within a mile radius of the proposed site there are religious institutions, none are the denomination of this proposed use. The surrounding area consists of mainly half acre or more lots sizes. The combination of the location of church and parking lot to the surrounding residential areas and the potential for incompatibility result in the conclusion that the proposed location is not suited for the proposed use. The site is currently on Septic and the applicant plans to bring in sewer and has a Certificate of Water and Sewer Availability from the Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. If the Conditional Use Permit were approved, street improvements may be required if the street improvement thresholds are exceeded. Staff recommended Denial of this proposal due to inherent conflicts with the objectives and policies of the Renton Comprehensive Plan, and the incompatibility of the project with the R-4 zone, and establIShed surrounding residential development. The Examiner asked Ms. Henning what actually would be allowed on a lot in the R-4 zone? Ms. Henning stated that they had contacted the City Attorney and reviewed the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code. There is no prohibition to having multiple permitted uses. The use of the property, should this application be approved, should be for full church use, in that the existing structures would need to be converted to accessory uses. The Examiner asked what else was allowed in the R-4 zone, private schools, and daycare for seniors? Ms. Henning stated that residential use is the most common, however other uses such as cemeteries, city government use facilities, schools, and group homes would be allowed with the approval of the Hearing Examiner. The code docs not preclude specifically that any of these uses can be on the same lot with a single family home. The code is specific for new development in the tenns of one home per lot. Thomas George, 266 Harrington Avenue SE, Renton 98056 explained that they are a small Indian Orthodox Christian group, the head office of the church is in India and this parish is under the American Diocese in New York. They would be conducting Sunday worship from 9:00 am to Noon and hold occasional other services. The average attendance, including children, is approximately 45 people. It is expected to grow to approximately 60 people in the next five years and the proposed 90-seat church IS bascd on a ten-year projection. It appears that the primary concern of neighbors is the inconvenience by new traffic. The Fire Dept requirements of paving 118th would encroach onto the wetland buffers. Further, the City and neighbors are concerned about sewer, parking and an increased level of noise. An additional 15-20 cars on Sunday should be no problem to the neighbors. During the first meeting with the City many of their objections were not brought up at that time. On October 15 a second meeting was held and a revised plan was presented to the City, which they appeared to approve. The revised plan involves using 18Sth Street as the primary access for all church activity. The new 20' wide access to the property would include a hammerhead turnaround suitable to the Fire Department requirements. The guesthouse would be removed in order to allow for an adequate roadway. In order to maintain the residential feel to the neighborhood, landscaping and other screening options would be added to the relevant boundaries of the project site. There are approximately seven churches in a 7-mile radius of this site. St. Thomas Orthodox ChurcH Conditional Use Permit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 4 It appears that there would be less traffic impact on existing homes than if four new homes were to be built on the site. The workshop would most likely operate all week where the church only operates on Sunday. The new modified parking plan has been approved by the City, in addition signage will be provided as required and additional landscaping will also be included. He felt that they had met all the concerns of the City and the existing neighbors and if the project were approved they would comply with all conditions including landscape, noise, parking, signage, and lighting. They have already paid a fee to Soos Creek for water and sewer service. Babu Parayil, 2314 127'" Avenue NE, Bellevue 98005 stated that he and his wife own the property and submitted the application for the proposed church. The property is in his name due to being purchased at auction and the church had difficulty getting a loan. Recently the church has found a bank that is willing to lend the funds to them and so they are in the process of transferring the ownership to the church. One of the requirements for the loan is to have an approved building permit. The City sent notices to 30 families in the surrounding area ofthe proposed church, the City heard concerns from 3 of those families. It has been his experience in talking to the neighbors that the majority of them have no problems with the church being located in this area. The property is very level and they would be able to move the parking from the south to the north if needed. Since they are going to demolish the existing guesthouse there is plenty of space for parking. David Christman, 11819 SE 188"', Renton 98058 stated that he lives southeast ofthe site and his driveway is off 188"', he also owns the lot directly east ofthe site off of 1I8"'. He is opposed to the Conditional Use Permit, this project is incompatible in the R-4 zone. Other churches were built prior to the area being annexed into the City of Renton. They don't need a commercial enterprise in this zone, this is residential and that is what they want to keep it at. They do not want to see the traffic increase. Randy Eagleson, 18851 120'" Avenue SE (Mailing Add: PO Box 4156, Renton 98057) stated that he lives on a two-acre lot just southeast of the subject property. His mother also lives in the same area and has access off of lIS"'. He is concerned with 118"' being blocked by vehicles parked and not having room for emergency vehicles to access the homes back in that area. He was further concerned if they would have access to the church during the addition of sewer and water, demolition of the guest house and parking lot construction. Elizabeth Christman, 11819 SE 188"', Renton 98058 stated that she objected to this development due to the fact that most of the people in the area are retired, they want a quiet, private area. She also had a packet ofletters of objection from additional neighbors regarding the construction ofthis church. She was concerned that these churches start out with 15 families and then soon the registration is up to 90 families and the next year there are 3,000 families in the congregation. Where will they park all these cars? Kayren Kittrick, Development Services stated that the private road was most likely a right-of-way with a substandard road, however, if it is private, and this has happened in King County where there will be some improvements in an area, they will map out, in this case 30-feet, and then don't build a road to any type of public standard. King County would allow that to exist and not maintain the road. If this were truly a private road between these property owners, the City would have no jurisdiction. Which means that Police or Fire would not be able to use that road to issue tickets or anything else ifit is a private road. Ifit is a publJc nght-of- way, that happens to have a private road, then perhaps the Police and Fire could use it. There must be some paperwork somewhere, but she had not at this point searched for this and will undertake the process as soon as possible. • St Thomas Orthodox Church ConditlOnal Use Permit File No.: LUA-OS-I02, CU-H November 20, 200S Page 5 A mechanic shop's highest use is on Saturday, if there were to be 4 new single family homes built on this property they would be looking at 40 per day everyday. When this project was reviewed, the intensity here would be only on Sunday. King County Health Department determines whether or not anybody is required to connect to sewer, if they have gone to Soos Creek, it appears that King County in this instance would require changing to sewer due to the proposed use as a church. The Building Department will not allow occupancy until everything is met, including improvements, the turnaround, the sewer installed, all construction would have to be completed for use as a church. David Pargas, Fire Marshal stated that from a fire code standpoint, they require anything that is 150' off the main access to have a minimum 20-foot wide access with a surface capable of sustaining their apparatus. It would also need the turning capability of a hammerhead or a cui-dc-sac, at this location we would require a hammerhead turnaround. Should the access point be off of liS"', the road would have to be widened to 20-feet with the surface being able to sustain the weight of the fire trucks as well as providing the hammerhead turnaround. Now with the access being off of 18S"', as long as that meets the 20-foot width, with a turnaround with a 45-foot exterior radius (20- foot inside) and the hammerhead designed to their requirements, there would be no issue with that access road. Because the road would be a minimum of 20' -2S' wide it would require fire lane signage on both sides so that there would be no parking on that road. Mr. Christman stated that IISth was originally a 15-foot easement that was provided by the owners before Mr. Parayil bought the property. The Examiner asked that ifhe had any documents to that effect, ifhe would provide copies to Ms. Kittrick that would be appreciated. Mr. George stated that they are proposing to not use lIS"' at all, they will install landscaping along IIS!h so no use will be available to members attending the church services. Regarding the growth ofthe church, Mr. Parayil is one ofthe oldest members of the church, he joined in 1988 and from that year to 2008 the membership went from 6 to 15 members. The growth to 90 members is projected for the next 10 years. If the membership should grow to over 90 members and all the seating is used up, they would sell the property and move the church to a larger facility. Further, they will not be using the facility until they receive the occupancy permit. Ion Arai upon questioning by the Examiner stated that from information provided by some of the neighbors, there is a wetland feature that is located east of the property and if 118 th is not widened in any way, then the buffer of the stream or wetland is not effected. If improvements would be required on IISth then there would be some need to conduct an Environmental Review, needing a wetland delineation, but that does not seem applicable at this juncture. The Examiner moved to the redesign of the proposal with an interior 20-foot wide access road with hammerhead turnaround, which the Fire Department would inspect with regards to their requirements. This does change some of the impacts on neighbors, there still could be impacts if people chose to park on 18S th or along the private road to the east of the project. St. Thomas Orthodox ChurcH Conditional Usc Pennit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 200S Page 6 Ms. Henning stated that per Renton Municipal Code, churches are required to have one parking stall for each 5 seats in the main auditorium. They cannot have fewer than 10 spaces. In this instance, because of the 90-seat capacity, the parking that is being proposed and required does comply. With regard to the revised proposal presented today, Staff did meet with the applicant last week in order to relay to them that staff would be recommending denial today. The applicants volunteered to redesign their plans, however, staff has not had an opportunity to review the new proposed plans. The Examiner stated that he would continue the hearing to November 4, 200S at 9:00 am, to give staff the opportunity to review the proposal, meet with the applicant and neighbors to determine whether this works. It appears to lessen some ofthe impacts, traffic would be moved to the interior of the site. This does not address other issues like noise would have on the immediate area. The staff report should be reissued by October 2Sth and copies mailed to all parties by October 30/31. The Examiner called for further testimony regarding this project. There was no one else wishing to speak, and no further comments from staff. The hearing closed at 10:36 a.m. Thefollowing minutes are a summary of the November 4,2008 continued hearing from 1012812008. The legal record is recorded on CD. The hearing opened on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at 9: 16 a.m. in the Council Chambers on the seventh noor of the Renton City Hall. Parties wishing to testify were affirmed by the Examiner. The hearing opened with a presentation of the staffreport by Ion Arai, Assistant Planner, Department of Community and Economic Development, City of Renton, 1055 S Grady Way, Renton, Washington 9S057. The project today is a continuation of the St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit. The guesthouse would be demolished and the primary residence would remain. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided from SE 188 th Street to the project's gravel parking lot via a private driveway. The driveway would provide a 20-foot wide paved surface, which meets the Fire Department's access requirements. The driveway would also include a hammerhead turnaround. The driveway would be approximately 23-feet from the west property line. The comprehensive land use designation for this site is Residential Low Density, this assures that the scale, density and intensity of uses are compatible with low-density neighborhoods. The applicants have modified the proposal to reduce the impact of the use on the surrounding neighborhoods. Access would be internalized to the parking lot and create better separation from the surrounding neighbors. The impacts of noise, dust and traffic would be minimized. This is a renovation of an existing structure, the existing building footprint would not change. Landscaping would also remain the same as in the original proposal. Changing the driveway to SE 188"' Street minimizes the neighbors concerns over traffic, noise and dust. There would be no height or building impacts on the surrounding neighborhood. The staff would like to see the southern portion ofthe parking lot adjusted in order to create greater separation between the residence to the south and the parking lot. Compatibility is a great concern to the surrounding neighbors, most of the activity would happen in conjunction with religious services and be at off-peak hours. St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit File No.: LUA-OS-I02, CU-H November 20, 200S Page 7 The Examiner inquired about the gravel parking lot, and the fact that it would be stirring up dust immediately adjacent to single-family homes. Babu Parayil read a statement regarding the project, concerns and their response. Sunday worship takes place on Sunday from 9:00 am to Noon and an occasional additional service. The average attendance on Sunday is approximately 45, they expect to grow to 60 in the next five years. With the new proposed driveway, the current entrance from 118 th used by the workshop will be abandoned. They will be bringing sewer and water to the neighborhood via Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. Should this lot be developed with 4 new single-family homes, it would likely produce more traffic, noise and pollution than a peaceful Christian worship center used once a week. Landscaping and fencing around the structure isolate the church from the periphery of the residential area. In closing, they want to assure the neighborhood that addressing their concerns, current and future, would be a mere practice of their faith. Mr. Parayil read a list of conditions provided by the City that would be met, if granted a conditional use pennit. Pamela Nugent, 11642 SE 18S'h Street, Renton 9S058 stated that she resides just north of the subject site. Since the access was moved from 118"' Street to 188 th Street. She was concerned if the driveway were to be gravel, however, she was informed that the driveway would be paved. She next questioned as to what their recourse would be if this church becomes twice the size that it is currently proposed to be? She was concerned if there were to be parking allowed on SE I 88th Street, if would be very difficult to exit their driveway with vehicles parked along the street. The Examiner stated that it could become twice the size up to the capacity, which allows 90 seats. There is plan for expansion, and ifthey expand to their expected size, the parking stalls are still sufficient for that number. Beyond that they would have to seek a new permit for expansion, if they chose to expand this church facility on this site. What they have applied for is a 90-seat church, if the permit were approved it would be for a maximum 90-seat church. Gary Johnson, 11811 SE 188'h Street, Renton 98058 stated that he resides to the east of 118'h Street. He is against this church because of noise. His back door is approximately 160 feet from the building (church). It appears that a few shrubs and vines will not stop the noise, he believes that the people will make more noise in church and getting back and forth from their cars that the actual cars will make. He docs not believe that anyone in the neighborhood will use the facility, the owners of the property will not live on site. Everyone that will attend the services will come from outside this community. The neighbors should have the final say on if thIS church is allowed on this property or not. David Christman, 11819 SE 188'h Street, Renton 98058 testified in opposition to the project. He has lived in the area for 50 years and does not want to see another church in their neighborhood. The gravel parking lot will still have dust blowing around the area. Randy Eagleson, 18851 120th SE, stated he lives on the large lot just south of I 18 th . He wanted to know if the gate were to be closed off and landscaped would cars be parking on 118'h and block the road for local residents. He also opposes the church in the neighborhood. St. Thomas Orthodox ChurcH Conditional Use Pennit File No.: LUA-OS-102, CU-H November 20, 200S Page 8 Mr. Arai stated that the gate was proposed to be eliminated. Elizabeth Christman, 11819 SE ISS th , Renton stated that most of the people in this neighborhood are retired and enjoy their privacy. They are opposing this church because they feel it is an invasion of their privacy. Kayren Kittrick, Development Engineering Supervisor stated that the driveway would be paved and that the parking lot would be gravel to allow for flexibility. The area in which the parking lot would be installed is well compacted down and to minimize affects on drainage, it was detennined to be best to allow the gravel parking lot. Wheel stops will delineate parking stalls. The building will have a rated capacity, it would be subject to inspection by both Building Department and the Fire Department. If they exceed that capacity they would be shut down. Parking would be allowed on ISS th , it is a public road. The City can and would evaluate if they start receiving complaints. If it is detennined to be a safety factor, the street could be signed "no parking". She was concerned with protection of the owner's rights if the gate were closed off on IIS'h. It is the property of the proposed church. It is an easement that the other property owners have rights to, but it is not a right-of way, the underlying property is owned by this subject parcel. If the City decides to close off their access and use of that road, does that mean that they would lose their rights to that parcel? It should be stated somewhere that the closing of the gate does not remove their rights to this parcel. The wetland is the subject of difficulties that the neighbors are having. They have been told that they cannot develop because there mayor may not be an intermittent stream or wetlands in the area east of I I 8th. They are working with the Corps of Engineers. As long as this building does not expand, they do not need to deal with the wetlandlbuffer issue. The Examiner stated that the Comprehensive Plan policy suggests that churches be on arterial streets and this street is not an arterial. If it is not designated as an arterial, then it is not one and 18S'h is not designated as an arterial street. He also inquired as to what is done when the policy states that the church's access should be on " collector or arterial street. Ms. Kittrick stated that she had no designation for this street and would check to see if there have been any recent changes. Jennifer Henning, Current Planning Manager stated that the defining word both policies is "should". It is not a prescriptive requirement, it does not say "shall". It is not implemented in the code with the word "shall", which means that it is to be considered. Ion Arai showed an aerial photograph presented by Mr. Christman showing in the southwest comer a notation stating, "approximate wetland area". What it shows is a drainage flow from the wetland area north along IIS tl , SE and then west along SE ISS th , along the drainage ditch. The drainage would flow underneath the proposed driveway. Ms. Kittrick returned and stated that 116th is designated a minor arterial street and IS8 th is a non-designated street. Ms. Henning stated that the feature that runs along the east side of the subject site and then across the north side was brought to their attention by Mr. Christman. He has had some work done on his property in the hopes of being able to subdivide in the future. He pointed out that there was a wetland with a ditch attached and that this St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit File No.: LUA-OS-lOZ, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 9 should come under consideration during the project. Staff docs believe that if no changes were made to 118 th then there would be no impact within a reasonable buffer area and so they did not need to have this area evaluated. If there were to be improvements made to 188 th Street or if the project value exceeds approximately $50,000 then it triggers the need for some street improvements along SE 188"'. Ifthese street improvements were made then there is a potential that the ditch would hecome involved. A wetland study would need to he done as part of an Environmental Review, it would have to occur in conjunction with any street improvements. She further stated that staff has been to the site on many occasions. Mr. Christman stated that the ditch on IISth was put in by previous owner and was put in to draw water from the project site. The Examiner called for further testimony regarding this project. There was no one else wishing to speak, and no further comments from staff. The hearing closed at 10: 19 a.m. FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS & RECOMMENDATION Having reviewed the record in this matter, the Examiner now makes and enters the following: FINDINGS: 1. The applicant, Thomas George for st. Thomas Orthodox Church, filed a request for a Conditional Use Permit. 2. The yellow file containing the staff report, the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) documentation and other pertinent materials was entered into the record as Exhihit #1. 3. The Environmental Review Committee (ERC), the City's responsible official determined that the proposal is exempt from environmental review. 4. The subject proposal was reviewed by all departments with an interest in the matter. 5. The map element of the Comprehensive Plan designates the area in which the subject site is located as suitable for the development of rural residential uses, hut does not mandate such development without consideration of other policies of the Plan. 6. The subject site is currently zoned R-4 (Single Family - 4 dwelling units!acre). 7. The subject site was anncxed to the City with the adoption of Ordinance 5327 enacted in March 2008. 8. The subject site is located at 11651 SE 188 th Street. It is bounded on its east margin by a private street, 118th Avenue SE. The easement creating this street runs through the subject site. 9. The subject site is approximately 1.1 acres or 4S,351 square feet. S!. Thomas Orthodox Chur~u Conditional Use Pennit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 10 10. The subject site is essentially fla!. The subject site contains a single family home, a guesthouse Ca second single family home) and a shop building. The two homes are located in the north third of the property. The shop building is located in the southeast quarter of the property. 11. The applicant proposes converting the shop building into a church. The building is 1,960 square feet and one-story. The conversion to a church would not change the physical size or bulk of the building. There would be no change in the setback. There would be cosmetic changes including new windows and doorways and the addition of a cross. 12. The initial plan would have retained both homes on the north portion ofthe subject site with access to the church via 118 th Avenue SE. Staff reviewed this initial plan and recommended that the application to establish the church by Conditional Use Permit be denied. Staff believed that the impacts on the neighboring homes would be too great with access from the private, non-standard easement roadway. 13. At the first pubic hearing on the proposal the applicant modified the plans in an attempt to satisfy staffs concerns and reduce the impacts of the church. The suggested changes were to remove the western, guesthouse and provide access via I 88th which is the public street running along the north side of the subject site rather than the private street running along the east side of the subject site. The hearing was continued to allow staff and the public to review the proposed modified plan. 14. The neighbors generally opposed the conversion of the shop to a church and were concerned about traffic and noise impacts on their homes and community. 15. Staff reviewed the new design and based on that new design recommended that the proposal be approved. They recommended a series of conditions to reduce impacts on the neighboring property. Those conditions were as follows: 1. The applicant shall provide a revised landscape plan detailing the landscape areas that would buffer the perimeter ofthe parking lot from visual, noise, and dust impacts. This landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager prior to the issuance of the building penni!. The proposed landscaping shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy pennit issuance. 2. The applicant shall reconfigure the parking lot along the south property line to give additional separation between the residence on the abutting property to the south and the parking stalls. A revised parking plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building penni!. 3. The applicant shall close windows and doors during services/social events and install insulation and HeatingNentilationiAir Conditioning CHVAC) within the building to limit the amount of noise impacts associated with church services. Installation of the HVAC systems would need to be accomplished prior to issuance of an occupancy penni!. 4. The applicant shall limit the hours of operation of church activities to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. 5. The applicant shall build a six-foot fence along the west property line to screen any potential glare onto the abutting property to the wes!. The fence design would need to be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building penni!. The fence shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy pennit issuance 6. The applicant shall submit an amended site plan detailing pedestrian access connections. The plan must show a defined pedestrian access connection through the parking lot to entrance of the church. A dedicated pedestrian connection from the entrance of the church to SE 188'h Street must also be shown on the plan. Within the gravel parking lot, the pedestrian connection St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit File No.: LUA-OS-l02, CU-H November 20, 200S Page I I shall use materials, such as pavers or brick, to create visual separation from the graveled vehlck areas. On paved surfaces, the pedestrian connection can be painted. The plan must show a waiting area in front of the church that is separated (physically or visually) from the rest of the parking lot to ensure the safety of congregating in front of the main entrance of the church. The site plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. 7. The applicant shall submit a signage plan to the Planning Division Project Manager detailing parking lot signs showing pedestrian connections and spaces, ADA parking stalls, and entrance and exit signs. The signage plan shall give the sign type, locations, dimensions and materials of each sign. This signage plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit and shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit issuance. S. The applicant shall submit a revised site plan detailing a reconfiguration of the parking lot to reduce the aisle width from 60 feet to 24 feet to reduce the amount of space dedicated for vehicles. Better separation between vehicles and pedestrians would reduce the conflict between the hvo uses. 9. The applicant would be required to submit a wetlands delineation study pursuant to RMC 4-3- 050M and drainage study, subject to Public Works Plan Revicwer approval, prior to the submittal of any permit authorizing paving and/or drainage changes on SE 188"' Street. 10. The applicant shall submit a lighting plan following the standards of RMC 4-4-075 to the Planning Division Project Manager, showing the type of lighting proposed. the direction of the lighting, and the location of all ofthe exterior lights prior to issuance of the building permIt. I!. If the Conditional Usc Permit is approved, staff recommends that the existing remaining dwelling on the site be converted to clergy residential housing in order to avoid conflicts with the proposed church usc. A number of the proposed conditions are intended to reduce impacts on neighboring properties including limiting hours of operation, increased landscaping and separation on the southern and western boundaries and containing noise by using climate control systems. 16. It appears that there might be affected wetlands as well as a water feature just off site. Staff has recommended that it be defined appropriately. 17. Access would now be via a paved driveway from the north. It would include a paved hammerhead turnaround to accommodate emergency access. A modification allowing the applicant to maintain a gravel surface in the parking lot was approved administratively. The gravel surface would reduce drainage impacts and gravel should reduce dust. Defining parking stalls can be more difficult with gravel. 18. There would be parking per code requirements and the applicant would provide 19 stalls. 19. The converted church would have an assembly capacity of90 parishioners. The current congregation is approximately 45 persons with an anticipated attendance of approximately 60 in five years. Growth beyond the capacity would have to be addressed if and when that occurred, as the space would be limited without additional renovation. 20. The applicant was concerned about the condition that would limit hours of operation as the limitation could affect Easter services. They also objected to the climate controls as well as the limitation on the use of the single-family home to clergy. St. Thomas Orthodox Chur", Conditional Use Permit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 12 CONCLUSIONS: 1. The applicant, for a Conditional Use Permit must demonstrate that the use is in the public interest, will not impair the health, safety or welfare ofthe general public and is in compliance with the criteria found in Section 4-31-36 (C), which provides in part that: a. The proposal generally conforms with the Comprehensive Plan; b. There is a general community need for the proposed use at the proposed location; c. There will be no undue impacts on adjacent property; d. The proposed use is compatible in scale with the adjacent residential uses, if any; e. Parking, unless otherwise permitted, will not occur in the required yards; f. Traffic and pedestrian circulation will be safe and adequate for the proposed project; g. Noise, light and glare will not cause an adverse affect on neighboring property; h. Landscaping shall be sufficient to buffer the use from rights-of-way and neighboring property where appropriate; and 1. Adequate public services are available to serve the proposal. The requested conditional use appears justified. 2. While the proposed use might not be the most appropriate use nor the most appropriate location for a church, the proposed use is not that intrusive on this larger lot, which contained a shop with heavier uses than normally occur on rural residential properties. The division of the lot into potentially four new lots would increase traffic in the area by approximately 10 new trips per home on a daily basis whereas the church use would be confined to the weekend with occasional mid-week use. 3. Churches are generally allowed in most areas of the City by the Comprehensive Plan. Although that plan suggests they be located at the periphery of residential neighborhoods and be located along arterial streets those are not mandated by code. Those two criteria are guidelines. The larger, one-acre lot allows some inherent separation from its immediate neighbors. In addition s!affhas recommended some conditions that will help screen the site and attenuate noise. Air conditioning and sound containment are appropriate. Iflocational and access street criteria are intended to be more controlling they would need to be codified. 4. This office has determined that ascertaining community need for a church serving any particular religious denomination is an inappropriate criterion. 5. While there may be impacts of establishing a church on this site they do not appear to be unduly intrusive. The realignment of the access to the public street from the narrow private roadway will considerably reduce traffic impacts on the neighboring properties. The recommendation to create more separation between the parking and surrounding properties will also reduce impacts. This office believes that while a modification to allow retention of a gravel parking surface by another agency was well meaning it might create dust issues for neighbors that should not be permitted. This office would not St Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 13 generally exempt a church right in the midst of single-family homes Ii'om the normal parking lot requirements including appropriate paving and stall markings. Therefore, this office will require the lot to be paved to reduce its impacts on neighboring property. 6. The rather modest one-story, approximately 1,930 square foot building is already located on the subject site so there is no new intrusive building proposed. The applicant proposes no changes to the bulk of the building and only limited changes to its exterior. 7. The appropriate yards will be provided or maintained. Staff has recommended additional separation to the south and this should also be provided on the west to protect the single-family amenities that the R-4 should provide. The applicant shall provide 10 feet of setback and landscaping on the west to screen the parking area. 8. The relocation of the access to 188th, the north, will limit traffic impacts. The new interior driveway will also limit impacts to the neighborhood. The pavement of the parking lot will allow better demarcation of pedestrian routes from the strcet and parking lot to the actual church building, which was suggested by staff. Traffic circulation is safe and adequate. 9. Church services and the voices ofthe congregants can occasionally spill out of the building and therefore, staffs recommendation to contain noise by using climate control appears appropriate. The separation of the church from its neighbors is not substantial so limiting the impacts is appropriate. 10. Additional landscaping will help buffer the neighbors from the more intense uses that occur when up to 90 people gather on a property zoned for rural residential uses and surrounded by rural residential uses. The application shall provide at least 10 feet of landscaped buffer along the west and south property lines. 11. This office believes that the Zoning Code should be reviewed to determine whether it is appropriate to allow more than one principle use on one lot. In this case, as originally proposed, there would have been two single-family homes as well as a separate church building. Even as modified there are two principal uses -the single family home and the church. It seems that only one principle use should be permitted on a single lot but this is a policy question that the City Council might want to consider. 12. In conclusion, the establishment of a church on this property will change the character of the neighborhood and will have some additional impacts on that neighborhood but they do not appear to be unreasonable if the project is developed as now proposed and subject to the conditions suggested by staff. DECISION: The Conditional Use Permit is approved subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall provide a revised landscape plan detailing the landscape areas that would buffer the perimeter of the parking lot from visual, noise, and dust impacts. This landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager prior to the issuance of the building permit. The landscaping shall be at least ten feet wide along the south and west property lines. The proposed landscaping shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit issuance. 2. The applicant shall reconfigure the parking lot along the south property line to give additional separation between the residence on the abutting property to the south and the parking stalls. A revised St Thomas Orthodox Chu,ou Conditional Usc Penni! File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 14 parking plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building pennit. 3. The parking lot shall be paved and parking stalls marked appropriately. 4. The applicant shall remove the driveway that enters the subject site from I 1 8th street and plant appropriate landscaping in that location. 5. The applicant shall close windows and doors during services/social events and install insulation and HeatingNentilationiAir Conditioning (HVAC) within the building to limit the amount of noise impacts associated with church services. Installation of the HV AC systems would need to be accomplished prior to issuance of an occupancy pennit 6. The applicant shall limit the hours of operation of church activities to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to )0:00 p.m, The applicant may have extended hours no more than ten (10) time during the year for specific events and services, 7, The applicant shall build a six-foot fence along the west property line to screen any potential glare onto the abutting property to the west The fence design would need to be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building pennit The fence shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy pennit issuance. 8, The applicant shall submit an amended site plan detailing pedestrian access connections, The plan must show a defined pedestrian access connection through the parking lot to entrance of the church. A dedicated pedestrian connection from the entrance of the church to SE 188 th Street must also be shown on the plan, Within the parking lot, the pedestrian connection shall use materials, such as pavers or brick, to create visual separation from the vehicle areas, On paved surfaces, the pedestrian connection can be painted. The plan must show a waiting area in front of the church that is separated (physically or visually) from the rest of the parking lot to ensure the safety of congregating in front of the main entrance of the church, The site plan shall be submitted to the Plarming Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building permit 9, The applicant shall submit a signage plan to the Planning Division Project Manager detailing parking lot signs showing pedestrian connections and spaces, ADA parking stalls, and entrance and exit sIgns. The signage plan shall give the sign type, locations, dimensions and materials of each sign. ThiS signage plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit and shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy penni! issuance, 10. The applicant shall submit a revised site plan detailing a reconfiguration of the parking lot to reduce the aisle width from 60 feet to 24 feet to reduce the amount of space dedicated for vehicles. Better separation between vehicles and pedestrians would reduce the conflict between the two uses. II, The applicant would be required to submit a wetlands delineation study pursuant to RMC 4-3-050M and drainage study, subject to Public Works Plan Reviewer approval, prior to the submittal of any pennit authorizing paving andlor drainage changes on SE ISSth Street. 12. The applicant shall submit a lighting plan following the standards of RMC 4-4-075 to the Planning Division Project Manager, showing the type of lighting proposed, the direction of the lighting, and the location of all ofthe exterior lights prior to issuance of the building penni!. SI. Thomas Orthodox Church ConditIOnal Use Pennit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 15 13. The existing remaining dwelling on the site be converted to clergy residential housing in order to avoid conflicts with the proposed church use. ORDERED THIS 20'h day of November 2008. FREDJ.KAUF HEARING EXru'''''D TRANSMITTED THIS 20 th day of November 2008 to the parties of record: Ion Arai Development Services City of Renton Babu & Mercy Parayil 2314 127 th Ave NE Bellevue, W A 98005 Thomas George SI. Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Ave SE Renton, W A 98056 Dennis M. Gloster 18838 118'h Avenue SE Renton, W A 98058 Jennifer Henning Development Services City of Renton David & Elizabeth Christman 11819 SE 188'h Renton, WA 98058 Gary Johnson 11811 SE 188'h Street Renton, W A 98058 TRANSMITTED THIS 20 th day of November 2008 to the following: Kayren Kittrick Development Services City of Renton Randy Eagleson PO Box 4156 Renton, W A 98057 Joyce Eagleson 18842 118'h Avenue SE Renton, WA 98058 Mayor Denis Law David Pargas, Fire Marshal Jay Covington, Chief Administrative Officer Julia Medzegian, Council Liaison Gregg Zimmennan, PBPW Administrator Alex Pietsch, Economic Development Jennifer Henning, Development Services Stacy Tucker, Development Services King County Journal Larry Meckling, Building Official Planning Commission Transportation Division Utilities Division Neil Watts, Development Services Janet Conklin, Development Services Pursuant (0 Title IV, Chapter 8, Section 100Gof the City's Code, request for reconsideration must be tiled ill writing on or before 5:00 p.m., December 4, 2008. Any aggrieved person feeling that the decision of the Examiner is ambiguous or based on erroneous procedure, errors of law or fact, error in judgment, or the discovery of new evidence which could not be reasonably available at the prior hearing may make a written reqnest for a review by the Examiner within fourteen (14) days from the date of the Examiner's decision. This request shall set forth the specific ambiguities or errors discovered by such appellant, and the Examiner may, after review of the record, take further action as he deems proper. St. Thomas Orthodox ChurcH Conditional Use Permit File No.: LUA-08-102, CU-H November 20, 2008 Page 16 An appeal to the City Council is governed by Title IV, Chapter 8, Section 110, which requires that such appeal be filed with the City Clerk, accompanying a filing fee of $75.00 and meeting other specified requirements. Copies of this ordinance are available for inspection or purchase in the Finance Department, first floor of City Hall. An appeal must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m" December 4, 2008. If the Examiner's Recommendation or Decision contains the requirement for Restrictive Covenants, the executed Covenants will be required prior to approval by City Council or final processing of the file. You may contact this office for iuformation on formattiug covenauts. The Appearance of Fairness Doctrine provides that no ex parte (private one-on-one) communications may occur concerning pending land use decisions. This means that parties to a land use decision may not communicate in private with any decision-maker concerning the proposal. Decision-makers in the land use process include both the Hearing Examiner and members of the City Council. All communications concerning the proposal must be made in public. This public communication permits all interested parties to know the contents of the communication and would allow them to openly rebut the evidence. Any violation of this doctrine would result in the invalidation of the request by the Court. The Doctrine applies not only to the initial public hearing but to all Requests for Reconsideration as well as Appeals to the City Council. Project Location: 11651 188!h Avenue SE Project Location Map LUA08-1 02_ Hexreport_11 040B.doc M ---.-< "'" "'" Ifl p:: Z '" M Eo-< M '" "'" >-< ,r::. SE 1761/1 SI R-B R-4 SE 1187> PI SE1WlhF'l R·' R-4 R,8. " :2 ;; c SE l00th $1 R·4 R·' SE 1891M Ln R-4 SE lOOt>, b '5 -Lts 1 L5N K:JE W lIL , R·4 R·4 SE 164I"S; 1;£ lJlIilhf'1 R·4 • ------ EXHIBIT 6 RC RC ~....,..j~ ...J N '" Z ~ til M M ..... 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THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH 11651 SE 188TH ST, RENTON, WA 980S8 CHURCH ELEVATIONS SCIlL£: 1/8' .. 1-0' OATE, 1, 08/08/08 ~ i SliE'_ \. * A 5E IS~-n4 5T BACKYARD LAVN -- I ~Pm'P} 'oCD ~® 4 Wi",",-.•. cr> Cep!i' ), STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF KING } AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION PUBLIC NOTICE Linda M Mills, being first duly sworn on oath that she is the Legal Advertising Representative of the Renton Reporter a bi-weekly newspaper, which newspaper is a legal newspaper of general circulation and is now and has been for more than six months prior to the date of publication hereinafter referred to, published in the English language continuously as a bi-weekly newspaper in King County, Washington. The Renton Reporter has been approved as a Legal Newspaper by order of the Superior Court of the State of Washington for King County. The notice in the exact form annexed was published in regular issues of the Renton Reporter (and not in supplement form) which was regularly distributed to its subscribers during the below stated period. The annexed notice, a: Public Notice was published on October 11, 2008. The full amount of the fee charged for said foregoing publication is the sum of $84.00.' ~ /:'~c4 Ltlnda M. Mills Legal Advertising Representative, Renton Reporter Subscsibed and swonl to me this II th day of October, 2008. ","\\"1\\111 ""' ...... "y,-< DAl. 1111/ .:::-~ """\\\\\\111, &~ III. =-tJ ~...!'-~S\ON Ii.!"" Q '/~ _ ~~ "'.0', '/. the State of Washington, ResiiJng Ii! +01"~~ ~ ~ ~ Eu (I)~ ~ ".,.. , -." ,~ :!"" ~ c.n ~ "I. ,CJ = <" ;: ~ :..>. ~ 'IS\.. " ~ 0 ~ Jt: ?}.fIJ/II'0·19"'\,,:-~ " = I ,~ I, ...... 0-I; .f!-11I\\\\\'1.\""',~ ~ II" 0", WAS'f. ............ fll -.., ..... 11\\\\\\\", NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING RENTON HEARING EXAMINER RENTON, WASHINGTON A public Hearing will be held by the Renton Hearing Examiner in the Council Chambers on lhe seventh floor of Renton City Hall, 1055 South Grady Way. Renton, Wa."ihington, on October 21, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. to consider the following petitions: St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional U re Permit LUA08·102, CU·H Location: 11651 188th Avenue SE. The applicant requests a Conditional Use Pennil to establish a church in an existing 1,960 s.f building and provide 19 surface parking stalls in a Residential-4 (R-4) zone. The site area is 1.1 acres and no new buildings arc proposed. Access would be provided from 11 8th Ave SE. Legal descriptions of the files noted above are on file in the City Clerk's Office, Seventh Floor. City Hall. Renton. All interested persons are invited to be prc~nt at the Public Hearing to express their opinions. Questions should be directed to the Hearing Examiner at 425-430-6515. Published in the Renton Reporter on October 11, 2008. #127196 .. SI. Thomas Orthodox Church, Seattle, WA CUP Application -Public Hearing Applicant's Comments November 4th 2008 Introduction Mr. Hearing Examiner, City of Renton staff and other interested parties. I am Babu Parayil, resides at 2314 127th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98005. I co-own the property with my wife. I am also a church Executive and Building committee member and the previous Church Building Committee Chair. Mr. George Thomas, the CUP applicant and Building Committee Chair could not be here today since they had their first baby the other day. In response to our revised plan that addressed City's and neighbor's concerns and conditions, City made a recommendation for approval of the conditional use permit. We extend our sincere gratitude for City's favorable recommendation. I am here to describe our approach to ensure the proposed worship center complies with city's applicable ordinances. Who we are We are a small group of Indian Orthodox Christians. The Indian Orthodox Church was founded by St. Thomas the Apostle around AD 52. The head office of our Church is in India and our parish is under the American Diocese in New York. The Project As most of you already know, our goal is to modify the existing workshop to a worship place to conduct Sunday worship from 9:00 to Noon and hold occasional other services. The average attendance including children on Sunday is about 45 and we expect it grow to about 60 in the next five years. Our proposed 90 seat church is based on a 10 year projection. Summary of the revised plan submitted on first hearing (October 21 st 2008) To avoid the traffic impact on 118" AVE sE, potential wetland buffer concerns on widening this street, and to meet the requirement of direct access from a collector street, the revised plan proposed to access the church directly from sE 188'h St. The workshop's current entrance from 118'h AVE sE will be abandoned. The new 20ft wide access to Church from sE 188'h st and its hammerhead shape for the fire-truck-turn ensures the plan to be in compliance with applicable city codes. We will be bringing sewer and water to the neighborhood per soos Creek water and sewer district's design. In order to maintain the residential nature of the neighborhood and to mitigate any potential noise and sound intrusion, the plan provides landscaping and other screening options in relevant boundaries of the project site. Compliance plan for City's applicable ordinances st. Thomas Orthodox Church is proposing to convert a mechanical shop building to a worship/study center for a maximum capacity of 90 on a 1.1 acre lot. No new buildings are proposed. The renovation would not result in a change of size to the existing structure. I A functional mechanical shop could produce noise, air and water pollution in the neighborhood -on the contrary, its conversion to the proposed worship center for about 15 families is actually a step more aligned to the predominantly residential use. As, Ms. Kayren Kittrick, the City'S development Engineering Supervisor's commented in the last hearing, the traffic and the noise the church brings on a Sunday is comparable or even less disruptive than all-the-week traffic (of potentially heavy duty vehicles) produced by a workshop. It is also worth observing that an R-4 expansion of a 1.1 acre lot would likely produce more traffic, noise and pollution than a peaceful Christian worship center used once a week. The proposed 1960 sq. ft. structure is situated in a 1.1 acre lot; 188 th St. is on its North, 118 th Ave SE on the East, a 1/2 acre residential lot with one house on the South and another 1.1 acre residential with one house on the West. Landscaping and fencing around the structure isolate the church from the periphery ofthe residential area. The access to the proposed worship center is now directly from SE 188th St. Ms. Kayren Kittrick, the city's development engineering supervisor, testified in the last hearing that this street could be classified as neighborhood Collector Street. Also, the property is about 600ft from the nearest arterial 116th AVE SE. We are providing adequate landscaping and fencing to limit any noise or light pollution potentially originating from the worship center. Again, most of our utilization of the worship center is during day time. In accordance with city's recommendations we will provide appropriate plants that are drought tolerant. This precludes the need for irrigation without compromising the level of insulation. In further efforts to minimize impact, we will be reconfiguring the parking lot to reduce the aisle width from 60 feet to 24 feet to reduce the amount of space dedicated for vehicles. As a closing note to our compliance efforts, we want to assure the neighborhood that addressing their concerns, current and future, would be a mere practice of our faith. Conditions City has provided a list of conditions to be met, if granted a conditional use. We can comply with these conditions, as outlined below in details. 1. Landscape plan -We can comply with this recommendation 2. Parking plan -We can comply with this recommendation 3. Noise insulation -We can comply with city's applicable noise ordinance. We think keeping the doors and windows closed may be a difficult condition to enforce. Given the weather in Northwest, most of the time building doors will be closed. We will be installing appropriate insulation to prevent noise during service hours from going outside. To reduce the upfront cost of construction and given the low utilization we would like to request the installation of HVAC condition to be waived. 4. Limit hours of operation from 7:00 AM -10:00 PM. We can comply with this recommendation most of the times, but we may have a couple of occasions which may require an early morning service like Easter service. 5. Glare protection fence -We can comply with this and can take appropriate measures to protect neighborhood from glare. 6. Pedestrian Connection plan -We can comply with this recommendation. 7. Signage plan -We can comply with this recommendation. 8. Revised reconfiguration of parking lot -We can comply with this recommendation 9. Wetlands delineation study -We can submit this study if and when it required 10. Lighting plan -We can comply with this recommendation. 11. Existing dwelling to be converted to a Clergy house to avoid conflicts with the church use -The existing dwelling will not be used for purposes that conflicts with the proposed church use. The condition that requires this building to be used only for clergy is an undue restriction of the building use. Our clergy owns a house and has no needs to stay in here. We request to waive this condition. Appendix Zoning Code Per city's code, R-4 allows church. There are many religious institutions in the area that co-exists with residences in R-4 zone. 7 .... ale)' ~lICIicaI " Ceilter • { SlDTCt SHr'NoGT K I C~~~C~f ~J,esus 19714 looth Ave SE, Renton, WA ~ , < ~ • M~' ~O.~~m_; ____ ~~ Virtu.l~ • Kng of K:rqs Lutheran :51 Chur~h ~ 18207 106th A~e SE, ~ R:~t~~, WA O.70m ~ 51'1Mml!l r: o 5£ I"ctro.oit.k~ FI~ o ~ ~ I Trl'1lty Baptlst Chu.'ch WebSite 18652 116th Ave SE, Renton, "iVA O.1Sm! o St ThO.~' ~ orthodox • Cmrcn o ~ FdifwiXld (hurch 13120 Sf 1;2rd Street, Renton, WA ].91m , ~ ~ • , .", • '",:( " SE ,,," .... ~ o " '" , f ~ '" St. Thomas Orthodox Church, Seattle, WA :;c. October 21" 2008 Mr. Hearing Examiner, City staff and other interested parties First of all let me thank the city staff for making a quick review of our proposal to have a worship center at 11651 SE 188th St, Renton, WA. We would also like to thank members of our neighboring community for your presence. We are a small group of Indian Orthodox Christians. The Indian Orthodox Church was founded by St. Thomas the Apostle around AD 52. The head office of our Church is in India and our parish is under the American Diocese in New York. As most of you already know, our goal is to modify the existing workshop to a worship place to conduct Sunday worship from 9:00 to Noon and hold occasional other services. The average attendance including children on Sunday is about 45 and we expect it grow to about 60 in the next five years. Our proposed 90 seat church is based on a 10 year projection. After reviewing comments from city and neighbors, we see the following concerns. Primary concern is the inconvenience caused by new traffic that church may introduce via the private road 11S'h AVE SE. Related, fire department's requirements for paving and Widening 11S'" AVE SE would encroach into the RPW and Wetland buffer. In addition, the city and neighbors are concerned about sewer, parking and an increased level of noise. At first we were a bit surprised to hear the city's recommendation of denial of our CUP application. We had a Pre-application meeting with the city and many ofthe concerns raised here were not brought to our attention in that meeting. But, following our meeting with the city on Oct 15th , we are a bit relieved to know that city is in agreement with our revised plan and a conditional approval seemed to be a possibility. Rest of this document presents a revision to the plan and describes how they address these concerns. To avoid the traffic impact on 11S'h AVE SE, and to address potential wetland buffer concerns in widening this, we will access the church property from SE 188'h St and, the workshop's current entrance from 118'h AVE SE will be landscaped out. The new 20ft wide access to the property from SE 1SS·h ST and its hammerhead shape for the fire truck turns ensures the plan to be in compliance with applicable city codes. This new proposal was acknowledged by the City as a viable option during our meeting with the City of Renton. We already have an approval from Soos Creek Water and Sewer District to bring water and sewer to the property. We will be bringing sewer and water to the neighborhood. City of Renton seems to have overlooked this. In order, to maintain the residential nature of the neighborhood, we will be providing landscaping and other screening options in relevant boundaries of the project site. We will now provide our itemized mitigation plan for the concerns in city', response. Summary: Proposed church property is in an R-4 zone. The intensity of the proposed use of 118'h AVE SE would potentially conflict with the established usage pattern. Mitigation: City's current land use policy allows churches to be in R-4 zone. There are about 7 churches in a 1 mile radius from the proposed site (See map in Appendix). Most ofthem are located in R-4 zone. Specifically, the Trinity Baptist church is about 600 feet from this site, which is also in R-4 zone. These churches have 300-500 memberships and they co-exist harmoniously with the neighborhood. We think, like other churches in the neighborhood, St. Thomas Orthodox Church can also be in an R-4 Zone. The requested 90 people with 19 parking stalls is a projected growth for the next decade and the 15-20 additional cars on a Sunday has very little effect on the neighborhood from a week day traffic pattern. Traffic to the projected site dwarfs in comparison to the capacity and traffic of existing churches in the R-4 zone. As mentioned earlier, our revised plan has a paved access road directly from SE 188'h St. which addresses the concerns of higher intensity traffic on the graveled private road, 118'h Ave SE. Summary: Converting the workshop to church will generate additional level of noise and traffic. Additional traffic on 118'h AVE SE, will intervene with traffic to and from existing residences. Mitigation: We are not proposing any new structures. The existing mechanical shop will be converted with adequate insulation, and will limit any noise to the surrounding. Church activity is mostly during Sunday mornings from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. The number of stalls is limited to 19 cars, which could arguably have less impact compared to an R-4 expansion of the same site. Moreover a workshop could operate all days, could produce noise, air or water pollution on the contrary a worship site, where 18 families assemble on Sunday mornings would appear better to suit to the neighborhood. Summary: 118th AVE SE is a private street. The street needs to be expanded to install a hammerhead turnaround. Mitigation: We are proposing a new access directly from SE 188 th St, 20 teet wide with the hammerhead turnaround for tire trucks. Summary: Religious sites should be on the periphery of the residential area. Mitigation: Church property has a sizeable frontage of SE 188'h St and 118'h AVE SE. In addition, the revised access plan from SE 188'h St and adequate landscaping makes the church well isolated from the periphery of the residential area. Summary: Parking should be provided and buffered from the adjacent uses Mitigation: City has already approved our modified parking plan. In addition signage, marking and pedestrian connections will be provided as per conditions put forward by the city in the Recommendations section. We will provide landscaping buffer in compliance with the applicable city code. Summary: Religious facilities should be located on and have direct access to either an arterial or Collector Street. Mitigation: The proposed new access road provides direct access from the collector street, SE 188'h St. Proposed LOGltion & Compatibility with the neighborhood Churches are allowed in R-4 zoning. We are not proposing any new structures in the property. We are proposing a direct access from the collector street 188'h to the church. There is Minimal traffic generated, compared to other churches in the neighborhood. We are providing adequate landscaping for screening, and adequate insulation of the building to reduce noise. Hence we believe that the proposed church does not have any adverse effect on the neighborhood. (,., Three neighborhood families have expressed concerns over the proposed Church. The main concern is the use of the one lane gravel road as the access to the church. By having a direct access from SE 188'h St, most of the concerns are eliminated. Second concern was about the sewer. It seems like some of our neighbors were unaware that we are bringing sewer and water to the property. This along with the addition of a new Fire hydrant closer to the neighboring houses has definitely increased the safety and hygiene of the surrounding area. More over the new Landscape plan, Lighting plan along with adequate Insulation of the Workshop Shed and our revised parking plan would minimize any kind of noise, glare and other privacy related issues of the community. City has provided a list of conditions to be met, if granted a conditional use. We will comply with these conditions, as outlined below in details. 1. Landscape plan -We will comply with this recommendation 2. Noise insulation -We will comply with city's applicable noise ordinance. We do not believe having an Air Conditioning unit or closing of all windows and doors is mandatory as long as we comply with the ordinance 3. Limit hours of operation from 7:00 AM -10:00 PM. We will comply with this recommendation. 4. Pedestrian Connection plan -We will comply with this recommendation connecting the parking area to SE 188'h St. S. Signage plan -We will comply with this recommendation. 6. 118th AVE SE use concerns -Revised plan to use SE 188th St addresses this issue. 7. Easement plan -Revised plan to use SE 188th St makes it not applicable 8. lighting plan -We will comply with this recommendation. 9. Existing dwellings use shall not conflict with proposed church use -The existing dwellings will not be used for purposes that conflicts with the proposed church use. 10. Sewer and Water -Not Applicable, We have submitted and received an approval from Soos creek water and sewer district to bring in water and sewer for the property and into the neighborhood. Please see attached the approval notice. Appendix R~?V!5ed Access Pbn We are proposing a direct access from SE 188,h St which is a collector street (pI. see the attached drawing). The city's main objection here is the use of the 12 feet wide gravel road on 118'h Ave SE as the access road to the church. The new access road will eliminate this concern and city has aCknowledged during our meeting on Thursday that this was indeed an acceptable solution. Per city's code, R-4 allows church. 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DESIGNED. PARAYIL DRAWN: PARAYll CHECKEO: PARAYll 20 o 20 40 1'=20' sCQle Feet ST. THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH 11651 SE 188TH ST, RENTON, WA 98058 PARKING PLAN SCALf: 1"-20' DATE: 08/08/oe SHEET NO • SOOS CREEK WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT DEVELOPER EXTENSION CHECKLIST AND AGREEMENT PROJECT NAME _ST. THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH ___ _ DATE AGREEMENT SIGNED DATE AGREEMENT FEES PAID I EXPIRATION DATE TYPE ( , ' lZl WATER EXTENSION lZl DISTRICT ENGINEERED . _ . r--:'1 _ CASH RECEIPT CASH RECEIPT o SEWER EXTENSION [gj DISTRICT ENGINEERED _. -.'--c' --,-~ -'. -_', • , " .', ,i ' , ", "J (. r. By _____ ~~ ________ ~ I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Developer Extension Agreement -continued be for the same number of months specified in Section 3 b. hereof, and shall be from the date of expiration of this Agreement without regard to the date of application or consent to such renewal. 34. BREACH OF CONTRACT -ATTORNEY FEES A breach of any provision of thIS Agreement shall constitute a total breach thereof, and shall subject the Developer to cancellatIon of the Agreement. forfeiture of deposits. and claim for costs and damages, as appropriate The parties agree that in the event of litigation regarding the terms or performance of thiS Agreement. the substantially prevailing party shall be entitled to an award of reasonable attorney fees and costs, in addition to any other appropriate remedy. Dated this ! ""tA day of SE'fTEN ee)2.. 20~ DEVELOPE thorized Signature ADDITIONAL OWNER SIGNATURE SIGNATURE OF D c"'--- ICTMANAGER Date _...JfL{)....:./_(:..-______ , 20~ Rev!sed 1/16/2008 -20- CITY OF RENTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNTY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT· PLANNING DIVISION AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAILING On the 30th day of October, 2008, I deposited in the mails of the United States, a sealed envelope containing Revised Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner documents. This information was sent to: Name ReDresentinQ Thomas George Contact Babu & Mercy Parayil Owners David & Elizabeth Christman POR Gary Johnson POR Randolph G. Eagleson POR Joyce Eagleson POR Dennis M. Gloster POR (Signature of Sender)/.:..:/-,.&=--"",,,,uj""'4~7J--,---V;,--~-,,~~,,,,,,,,c.::· '--~ ________ _ STATE OF WASHINGTON ) 0 ) SS COUNTY OF KING ) I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that Stacy Tucker signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for ,~'t':I'8&I;I"nd purposes mentioned in the instrument. :i'~:0 \.. '{~.r.~,,~;O~t/111 -if'< '". ..)/-1 ~4 '~ -.f1.i'f' > ' .... 'f <,~ Dated:.-.:../:::o!,"".30~A=:o8LL __ Notary Public in and f r, he State Pf vyl3shingloIl St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit LUA08-102-CU-H CITY OF RENTON HEARING EXAMINER PUBLIC HEARING NOVEMBER 4, 2008 AGENDA COMMENCING AT 9:00 AM, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7TH FLOOR, RENTON CITY HALL The application(s) listed are in order of application number only and not necessarily the order in which they will be heard. Items will be called for hearing at the discretion of the Hearing Examiner. CONTINUED HEARINGS FROM OCTOBER 21, 2008 PROJECT NAME: St Thomas Orthodox Church PROJECT NUMBER: LUA08-102, CU-H PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to St Thomas Orthodox Church with a worship/study center within the Residential-4 (R-4) zoning designation. The existing shop is 1,960 square feet and the site area is 48,351 square feet In addition to the shop, there are two residential buildings onsite, a 650 square foot guesthouse and a 1,600 square foot single-family dwelling. Both dwelling units would not be affected by the proposal. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided via 118th Avenue SE, a private street, to a project's gravel parking lot The applicant is proposing 18 parking stalls with one ADA compliant parking stall surface parking lot The applicant has requested and received approval for a parking modification that would allow the project's parking lot surface material to be gravel instead of using asphaltic concrete or cement PROJECT NAME: Benson Heights Short Plat Appeal PROJECT NUMBER: LUA08-089, SHPL-A PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Appeal of Administrative Decision to approve the short subdivision of a 0.39-acre parcel into 5 lots for duplex dwellings vested to King County R-18 development standards. The proposed density is 20.5 dwelling units per acre. The proposed lot sizes range from approximately 2,500 to 3,400 square feet HEX Agenda 11-4-0B.doc PUBLIC HEARING City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER A. SUMMARY AND PURPOSE OF REQUEST: Public Hearing Date: Project Name: Owner: Contact: Fife Number: Project Description: Project Location: November 4,2008 (continued from October 21, 2008) St. Thomas Orthodox Church Babu & Mercy Parayil 2314 127th Avenue NE Bellevue, WA 98005 Thomas George St. Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Avenue SE Renton, WA 98056 LUA08-102, CU-H Project Manager: Ion Aral, Assistant Planner The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Perm it to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to St. Thomas Orthodox Church with a worship/study center within the Residential-4 (R-4) zoning designation, The existing shop is 1,960 square feet and the site area is 48,351 square feet. In addition to the shop, there are two residential buildings onsite, a 650 square foot guesthouse, and a 1,600 square foot single-family dwelling, The guesthouse would be demolished and the primary residence would remain Access to the worship/study center, would be provided from SE 188th Street to the project's gravel parking lot via a private driveway, The applicant IS proposing 18 parking stalls with one ADA compliant parking stall surface parking lot. The applicant has requested and received approval for a parking modification that would allow the proJect's parking lot surface material to be gravel instead of using asphaltic concrete or cement. 11651 188'" Avenue SE -c------------c~~~ Project Location Map LUA08-1 02_ Hexreport_11 04D8.doc City of Renton CEO Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Preliminary Report to the Uearing Examiner LUA-OB-102, CU-H PUBLIC HEARING DATE. November 4. 2008 Page 2 of 13 B. EXHIBITS Exhibit 1 Project file ("yellow file") containing the application, reports, staff comments, and other matenal pertinent to the review of the project. Exhibit 2 Exhibit 3 Exhibit 4 Exhibit 5 Exhibit 6 Parking Plan, Site Plan & Landscape Plan -dated 10/23/2008 Church Floor Plan -dated 08/04/2008 Church Elevations -dated 0810812008 St. Thomas Orthodox Church Parking Modification -dated 09/29/2008 Zoning Map. Page 1-5, West 1/2 C. GENERAL INFORMA TlON: 1. Owner(s) of Record: 2. Zoning Designation: 3, Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation: 4, Existmg Site Use: 5, Neighborhood Characteristics: North: Babu & Mercy Parayil 2314 127,10 Avenue NE Bellevue, WA 98005 ResidentialA (RA) dwelling units per acre Residential Low Density (RLD) Residential Residential Low Density (RLD) Residential-4 dulacre -single-family residence East: Residential-4 du/acre -single-family residence (parcel #6198400223) and vacant (parcel #6198400221) South: West. Residential-4 dulacre -single-family residence Residential-4 dulacre -single-family residence 6. Access: Access for the church would be provided from SE 188th Street to the proposed church's parking lot via a private 20-foot wide paved driveway, 7. Site Area: 48,351 square feet 11,1 acres 8. Project Data: Area Comments Existing Building Area: 4,281 square feet 2,377 square feet of existing residential; 1,904 square feet of non-residential, which would be converted into the church. New Building Area: N/A Total Building Area: 3,631 square feet in two existing structures - the existing guest house is to be demolished D. HISTORICAUBACKGROUND: Action Annexation Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use File No, NIA NIA NIA Ordinance No, 5327 5099 5100 E. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE: LUA08-1 02 __ Hexreport _11 0408.doc Date 0310112008 11101/2004 11/0112004 City of Renton CEO Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner LUA-OB-102, CU-H PUBLIC HEARING OA TE November 4, 2008 1, Chapter 2 Land Use Districts Section 4-2-020: Purpose and Intent of Zoning Districts Section 4-2-070: Zoning Use Table Section 4-2-110: Residential Single-Fam ily Development Standards 2. Chapter 4 Property Development Standards Section 4-4-030: Development Guidelines and Regulations Section 4-4-080: Parking, Loading and Driveway Regulations 3. Chapter 6 Streets and Utility Standards 4. Chapter 9 Procedures and Review Criteria 5. Chapter 11 Definitions F. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: 1. Land Use Element: Residential Low Density 2. Land Use Element: Public Facilities 3. Community Design Element G. DEPARTMENT ANAL YSIS: 1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND Page 3 0113 The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to locate the St. Thomas Orthodox Church in a Residential-4 (R-4) zone. The applicant proposes to renovate an existing building to the 90-seat church/worship/study center at 11651 188th Avenue SE. The existing building is a 1,960 square feet, one-story structure with its current use as mechanical shop. The shop is located on the on the east Side of the southern half of the 48,351 square foot site. In addition to the shop. there are two residential buildings situated on the northern half of the site, a 650 square foot guesthouse and a 1,600 square foot single-family dwelling. The guesthouse would be demolished to make way for a proposed private driveway, while the primary residence would not be physically affected by the proposal The proposal would also include reconfiguring a gravel parking area capable of accommodating 15 vehicles to a 19 parking stall lot with landscaping Under the proposal, the existing 1,960 square foot metal sided, mechanical shop would be renovated and converted into a worship/study center. The renovation would include several cosmetic changes including painting the exterior. the addition of several new entrances and windows. The conceptual floor plan of the remodel would include a 1,025 square foot worship hall, 300 square foot break room, 75 square foot kitchen, a mechanical room, and two restrooms. The remodel would not expand the building footprint of the shop, but proposes to install a 3.5-foot high cross on top of the roof. Currently, an existing onsite parking lot has a capacity of approximately 15 parking stalls and an approximate area of 13,125 square feet. The current parking lot surface is gravel The applicant submitted a parking modification requesting to retain and enhance the gravel surface rather than paving it with another material This modification was granted with conditions on September 29, 2008. The parking lot is surrounded by residential uses to the west and south. North of the parking lot are the two existing dwelling units on the subject property and the shop building is to the east of the parking lot. The subject property is surrounded by trees and other types of vegetation that would visually screen the neighboring properties from the parking lot. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided from SE 188\h Street to the site's gravel parking lot, via a private 20-foot wide paved driveway. The driveway would approximately 190 feet in length with a hammerhead turn spurring to the east. The driveway would run parallel approximately 23 feet from the west property line. LUA08-1 02~Hexreport_11 0408.doc City of Renton CEO Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING OA TE November 4, 2008 Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner LUA-08-102, CU-H Page 4 of 13 The project site is zoned Residential-4 (R-4) which allows churches as a Conditional Use subject to the approval of the Hearing Examiner. Neither the existing building footprint nor height would change. 2. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The proposal is exempt from Environmental (SEPA) review per WAC 197-11-800. 3. COMPLIANCE WITH ERC MITIGATION MEASURES NIA 4. STAFF REVIEW COMMENTS Representatives from vanous city departments have reviewed the application materials to identify and address site plan issues from the proposed development. These comments are contained in the official file, and the essence of the comments have been incorporated into the appropriate sections of thiS report and the Departmental Recommendation at the end of the report. 5. CONSISTENCY WITH CONDITIONAL USE CRITERIA RMC 4-9-030G lists criteria that the Hearing Examiner is asked to consider, along with all other relevant information, In making a decision on a Conditional Use application. These include the following: a. CONSISTENCY WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, ZONING CODE & OTHER ORDINANCES: 1) Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element The subject site is designated Residential Low Density on the City's Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map, Residential Low Density land use designation policies are intended to guide development on land appropriated for a range of low intensity residential and employment where land is either constrained by sensitive areas or where the City has the opportunity to add larger-lot housing stock, at urban densities of 4-dwelling unit Inet acre, to its Inventory. The following Comprehensive Plan Land Use policies are applicable to the proposal. Objective LU-DD: Provide for a range of lifestyles and appropriate uses adjacent to and compatible with urban development in areas of the City and Potential Annexation Area constrained by extensive natural features. providing urban separators, and/or providing a transition to Rural Designations within King County The proposed church would result in the establishment of a new institutional use abutting and adjacent to existing lOW-density residential uses. Access would be provided from a residential public street to a private driveway that would have an estimated 23-foot setback from the nearest property line, Internalizing the access and providing a buffer space, would lessen the potential conflict with the established and anticipated surrounding low-density residential pattern provided for in the Comprehensive Plan as implemented in the R-4 zone. Policy LU-140: Control scale and density of accessory buildings and barns to maintain compatibility with other residential uses. The proposed conversion of an accessory building, from a shop building accessory to a residential use to a church would increase the intensity of the land use, and potentially conflict with the surrounding residential uses, Where the use of a shop would be expected to generate a certain level of noise, the conversion of the structure to a church would generate additional traffic trips, noise, and activity, The proposed private driveway would reduce the amount of traffic on 118th Avenue SE by eliminating the current ingress/egress access point that the shop parking lot is currently using. Access for the parking would be provided off of SE 188th Street. The proposed driveway would be paved which would reduce the amount of dust, and noise coming from the potential increase in traffic due to the change of use. The private driveway would also create a greater setback separating residential uses and the access to the parking lot. LUA08-1 02_Hexreport_11 0408.doc City of Renton CEO Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner WA-OB-102, CU-H PUBLIC HEAHING OA7 E. November 4. 2008 Page 5 of 13 Objective LU-X: Site religious and ancillary facilities in a manner that provides convenient transportation access and minimized their adverse impacts on adjacent land uses. The proposed church would be accessed off of SE 18S t " Street, a public street. A private 20-foot wide paved driveway would provide access to the church's parking lot. A hammerhead turnaround designed and constructed to met Fire Department standards would be provided. The driveway would be approximately 23 feet from the west property line. The driveway curb cut would be approximately 475 feet from 116th Avenue SE, the closest arterial. The proposed hours of operation would tnclude religious services on Sunday (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.), Sunday School for children (12:00 p.m. to 1 p.m.), church committee meetings, special occasions (guests visits, memorial services, and social events), and yearly events such as Vacation Bible School (2 days), Family Conference (2 to 3 day weekend event), and certain Feast of Saints events (days vary). Policy LU-104: When locating in predominately residential areas, religious facilities should be on the periphery of the residential area rather than the interior. The proposed facility is located withtn a residential zone, surrounded on all sides by residential uses. The proposal does not meet the intent of this Policy. Policy LU-10S: Parking should be provided onsite and buffered from adjacent uses. The project's parking would be located entirely onsite. The proposal would use landscaping to buffer the impact from the parking lot from the surrounding uses. The landscape buffer is important since there would be a residential house approximately 20 feet from the parking lot. Policy LU-107: Religious facilities should be located on and have direct access to either an arterial or coffector street. The location of the project IS not located on, nor has direct access to either an arterial or collector street. The project's entrance would directly access a public street (SE 188th Street). The closest arterial would be 116th Avenue SE, which is located approximately 475 feet west of the entrance of the driveway. The pro~osal does not meet the intent of this Policy, although the applicant stated that SE 188t Street should be considered a collector street, due to its current use. Staff does not concur, at this time, the street's status as a residential collector. 2) Zoning Code The proposed church use is located within the Residential-4 (R-4) zoning designation. The purpose of the R-4 zone is to provide areas for a range of lifestyles and appropriate uses adjacent to and com patible with urban levels of development by providing suitable environments for suburban andlor estate style, single-family residential dwellings. The proposed church could be permitted in the R-4 zone subject to approval of a Hearing Examiner Conditional Use Permit. 3) Development Standards LUA08-1 02_Hexreport_11 0408.doc (a) Size of Use The proposed project is the renovation of an existing structure. The existing building footprint (1,960 square feet) would not change. (b) Setbacks The minimum setback requirements of R-4 zone are as follows: 30 feet for the front yard; 20 feet for side along streets; 15 feet combined is allowed with a minimum of 5 feet for any side yard; and 25 feet for the rear year. The existing structure is: 190 feet from the north property line (front setback); 110 feet from the west property line (side yard setback); 20 feet from the east property line (side yard along street setback); and 48 feet from the south property line (rear City of Renton CED Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner LUA.OB.102, CU·H PUBLIC HEARING OA TE NovemlJer 4, 2008 Page 6 of 13 setback). The existing structure meets the setback requirements of the R-4 zone. The proposed project would not change the setbacks. (c) Height The allowable maximum height in the R-4 zone IS 30 feet and 2 stories. The existing building height is 18 feet, which IS meets the zone's maximum building height and number of stories. Building height would not be affected by the proposed development, except for the addition of a 3.5-foot cross that would be positioned on the highest gable approximately 21.5 feet in elevation. The height of the existing structure is in keeping with heights allowed In the R-4 zone. (dl Lot Coverage The allowed maximum building coverage for lots 10,000 square feet to 5 acres within the R-4 zone is 15%. The building coverage for the three existing onsite buildings would be 9%, which meets the maximum building coverage requirement. (e) Landscaping Per RMC, parking areas with 15-50 parking stalls are required to provide 15 square feet of landscaping per every parking stall. The project proposes 19 parking stalls, which would require 285 square feet of landscaping. The project proposes to plant 360 square feet of landscaping within the parking lot. The proposed landscaping would include three parking Islands, which would be 5 feet Wide and 24 feet deep. Each landscape island would Include one vine maple, and either five Victoria ceanothus or Nootka rose shrubs. While the Victoria ceanothus and vine maples would be drought tolerant, the Nootka rose shrub is not. The proposed landscape plan would require the landscape islands to be irrigated because of the inclusion of a non-drought tolerant shrub. The existing vegetation shown on the submitted conceptual landscape plan does not show any screening or vegetation around the perimeter of the parking lot. The project does not propose any other landscaping, but staff recommends as a condition for approval, that the applicant provide a revised landscape plan detailing the proposed landscape screening around the perimeter of the parking lot to reduce visual, noise, and dust impacts. This landscape plan shall be submitted prior to the issuance of the building permit. The proposed landscaping shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit Issuance. b. COMMUNITY NEED The proposed use shall be compatible with the general purpose, goals, objectives and standards of the Comprehensive Plan, the Zoning Regulations and any other plan, program, map, or ordinance of the City of Renton. There shall be a community need for the proposed use at the proposed location. In the determination of community need, the Hearing Examiner shall consider the following factors, among all other relevant information: 1) The proposed location shall not result in either the detrimental over·concentration of a particular use within the City or within the immediate area of the proposed use. Within a one-mile radius of the proposed site, there are eight other religious institutions. The closest religious institution at 0.1 miles to the northwest would be Trinity Baptist Church. A grouping of three religious institutions are located approximately 0.8 miles to the southeast on SE 1920 ' Street (Emmanuel Orthodox Presbyterian, Saint Stephen the Martyr, and Fairwood Assembly of God). To the southwest, there are three more religious institutions, the Church of Christ Springbrook (located along SE 192"' Street) LUA08-1 02_Hexreport_11 0408.doc City of Renlon CEO Departmenl ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING DATE. November 1, 2008 Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner WA-08-102, CU-H Page 7 of 13 and the First Evan~elical Presbyterian and Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saint located off of 10S1 Avenue SE, All eight of the institutions are fairly large, which differentiates them from the relatively small proposal of the proposed gO-seat St. Thomas Orthodox Church, 2) That the proposed location is suited for the proposed use. The proposed site for the St. Thomas Orthodox Church is within the R-4 zone, The lots to the north across SE 1881h Street are developed and used as single-family residential. The lot to the west is also single-family residential with a residence located approximately 180 feet from the proposed church. There are two lots to the east of the sUbject property across the private street (118 1h Avenue SE). The first property fronts SE 188 h Street and IS developed with a Single-family residence. The second property, located to the south of the first, is currently vacant. The owner of this property lives on the abutting property to the east of the vacant lot. The property to the south has a single-fam ily residence located approximately 55 feet from the proposed church building, and about 25 feet from the parking lot. The density of the residential development abutting the church site is generally low and for those parcels over 0,5 acres in Size, the density is approximately 1,3 du/acre, Access to St. Thomas Orthodox Church would be provided off of SE 188th Street via private driveway. SE 1881h Street connects to 116'h Avenue SE, the closest arterial. Access for the church is counter to Comprehensive Plan Policy LU-1 07, which states that religious facilities should be located on or have direct access to either an arterial or collector street. Because of the greater separation between the access for the vehicles and surrounding residences, the impact would be lessened with an internal driveway. There would be no proposed access from 1181h Avenue SE to the proposed church parking lot. No additional traffic would occur on 118th Avenue SE, and the proposal would close the current ingress/egress point on 118th Avenue SE to their parking lot. thus redUCing the number of lots using the street for access. Additional landscape buffers around areas of activity could potentially mitigate concerns over the proximity of the church and parking lot to surrounding established residential uses and access provided off of SE 18Slh Street instead of 118(1; Avenue SE c. EFFECT ON THE ADJACENT PROPERTIES The proposed use at the proposed location shalf not result in substantial or undue adverse effects on adjacent property. The following site requirements shall be required (Ord 3599, 1-11-1982): 1) Lot Coverage: Lot coverage shall conform to the requirements of zone in which the proposed use is to be located. The allowed maximum building coverage for lots 10,000 square feet to 5 acres within the R-4 zone is 15%, The building coverage for the three existing onsite buildings would be 9%, which meets the maximum building coverage requirement. No change in building footprint is proposed, 2) Yards: Yards shall conform to the requirements of the zone in which the proposed use is to be located. Additions to the structure shall not be allowed in any required yard. No additions to the existing structure are proposed, Yard requirements have been met. Regardless, the proposed use is not residential in nature, and the setbacks of the R-4 anticipate separation of residential uses from other residential uses. The proposed church is within 55 feet of a residence to the south, and the proposed parking lot is approximately 20 feet from the same residence. Given this proximity to existing residential development, the proposed church would result in undue adverse effects on adjacent property. If the Hearing examiner approves the Conditional Use permit, staff would require that the parking lot be reconfigured along the southern property line to give additional separation between the residence on the abutting property to the south and the parking stalls, LUA08-1 02_ Hexreport_11 040B.doc City of Renton CEO Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING DATE: November 4, 2008 Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner LUA-OB-102_ CU-H Page 80113 3) Height: Building and structure heights shall conform to the requirements of the zone in which the proposed use is to be located, Spires, belltowers, public utility antennas or similar structure may exceed the height requirement upon approval of a variance. Building heights should be related to surrounding used in order to allow optimal sunlight and ventilation, and minimal obstruction of views from adjacent structures. The project would renovate an 18-foot tall existing structure. The current structure has a gabled roof that slopes from the peak of the roof (18 feet high) to 8 feet on the south elevation and 12 feet to the north elevation. The project proposes to add a 3.5-foot tall cross at the highest point of the structure, which would make the top of the cross 21.5 feet high in elevation. This would not exceed the maximum 30-foot height standard of the R-4 zone. The proposed church would be surrounded by trees and bushes that would obscure the building from the south, west, and east. d. COMPA T1BILITY The proposed use shall be compatible with the residential scale and character of the neighborhood. (Ord 3599, 1-11-82) The subject property is surrounded by a low-density single-family residential neighborhood. The St. Thomas Orthodox Church is proposing to convert a mechanical shop building to a worship/study center on a lot that currently has a residential use, The applicant proposes to keep one of two existing residential structures and uses. No new buildings are proposed. The renovation of the shop building would not result in a change of scale to the existing structure. The project does proposal a 190-foot long, 20-foot wide paved driveway that would provide access from the parking lot to SE 188th Street. The use as a religious institution would not be com patible with the scale and character of the R-4 neighborhood in which it is proposed to be located. Comprehensive Plan Policy LU-102 state that if located within a predominately residential zone, religious facilities should be on the periphery of the residential area, rather than on the interior. The proposed church would not meet this policy, as the church is integrated within the residential neighborhood. In addition, Policy LU-107 states that religious facilities should be located on. and have direct access to, either an arterial or collector street. St. Thomas Orthodox Church would gain accessed from a residential street (SE 188th Street), not an arterial or collector street, although the applicant suggests that the use of the street is that of a collector street. While the proposed church is comprised of a relatively small congregation, with seating for a maximum of 90 parishioners, it would still be incompatible with the residential development pattern that is established in the area. The church would utilize an existing structure, and only slightly modify the exterior of the structure, to add windows and doors, and a small cross at the top of the pitched roof. Therefore, the appearance of the structure would not change substantially; however, the level of activity would increase significantly, as a mechanical shop building would be converted to a church with a seating capacity of 90 participants. Compatibility issues are of concern to the surrounding neighborhood. During days without services or special events, the church would not be expected to negatively impact the surrounding area. On Sundays, and on days when special services (such as memorial services) would be held, activity would substantially increase. Parishioners would arrive and depart; services, classes, and other events would be conducted. Noise may emanate from the interior of the church to the exterior as part of traditional worship services. The existing shop building is not insulated to prevent noise from escaping the confines of the building, With a congregation of 90 members, it is anticipated that amplification may be utilized for the conduct of services. Given these considerations, the proposed use would not be compatible with the residential scale and character of the neighborhood without mitigating these issues. If the project were to be approved, noise escaping the building could be mitigated by the installation of proper insulation, and by requiring that windows and doors remain closed LUA08-102_Hexreport 110408.doc City of Renton CEO Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING OA TE. November 4. 2008 Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner LUA-OB-102, CU-H Page 9 of 13 during services, and that an HVAC (HeatinglVentiiationlAir Conditioning) system be installed to address building comfort without relYing on the opening of windows and doors to regulate temperature. In addition, the hours of operation of the church could be limited to prevent incompatible nOise impacts on surrounding properties. Issues expressed by surrounding neighbors with regard to an Increase in traffic, noise and dust. The original proposal was altered to address the nei~hbors' issues by changing access to the church parking lot from the private street (118 Avenue SE) to a private paved driveway that would access off of a residential street (SE 188th Street). The use of the proposed Internal paved driveway would result in less noise and dust by having a paved surface rather than a gravel street and the traffic on the private street would be reduced as well. e. PARKING Parking under the building structure should be encouraged. Lot coverage may be increased to as much as seventy-five percent (75%) of the lot coverage requirement of the zone, in which the proposed use is located, if a/l parking is provided underground or within the structure. (Ord.3903, 4-22-85) Parking for 19 vehicles is proposed on a gravel surface. Renton Municipal Code (RMC 4-4-080F) requires one parking space for every five fixed seats In the main auditorium of churches. St. Thomas Orthodox Church proposes 90 fixed seats, therefore, a total of 19 parking spaces are required. The applicant has proposed to meet this requirement with 13 standard parking stalls, 5 compact parking stalls, and 1 ADA compliant parking stall. Up to 30% of the parking space may be compact according to the Parking, Loading and Driveway Regulations (RMC 4-4-080). This means that five parking stalls can be compact, which is amount the applicant is proposing. Detailed on the parking plan, a 60-foot drive aisle width was proposed. The required width for a two-way drive aisle with 90 degree parking is 24 feel. The open space of the proposed parking lot could potentially be used for recreation. If the conditional use were approved, staff would recommend as a condition for approval, a reconfiguration of the parking lot to reduce the amount of space dedicated for vehicles. Belter separation between vehicles and pedestrians would reduce the conflict between the two uses. The applicant requested a parking lot modification to use a different surfacing material than required by code. The applicant proposes to keep the parking lot gravel, instead of paving with asphaltic concrete, cement, or equivalent material of a permanent nature approved by the Public Works Department. This modification was approved on September 29, 2008 with the following conditions: (1) The applicant must submit a parking lot plan, detailing location and dimension of parking spaces, landscaping, signage, and wheel stops prior to issuance of a building permit. (2) The applicant must submit a sign plan, for approval by the Planning Division project manager, detailing placement for signs that would label all entrances and exits of the parking lot before issuance of a building permit. (3) The applicant must install wheel stops for each parking stall. The location of the wheel stops must be submitted on a parking plan prior to issuance of a building permit. (4) The applicant must comply with the required ADA standards within the parking lot where applicable. (5) The applicant must comply with all other parking, loading and driveway regulations stated in RMC 4-4-080, except of the Marking Requirements. The Renton Municipal Code calls for a minimum of 15 square feet of landscaping if the total number of parking stalls is between 15-to 50-stalls, The applicant proposes 300 square feet, which exceeds the required amount. Where parking stalls are less than 50 feet away from a landscaped area, reVisions to the Landscape Plan would be necessary to meet the Code requirements. LUA08-1 02_Hexreport_11 040B.doc CIty of Renton CEO Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING OA TF November 4, 2008 f, TRAFFIC Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner LUA·OB·102, CU·H Page10of13 Traffic and circulation patterns of vehicles and pedestrians relating to the proposed use and surrounding area shaff be reviewed for potentiai effects on, and to ensure safe movement in the surrounding area. (Ord. 3599, 1·11·1982) Traffic would be impacted on SE 1881h Street. Church services/activities would occur primarily on Sundays from morning to early afternoon and the occasional weekday evening church committee meetings. Special occasion events, such as memorial services and social events that would be held at the church and would usually take place on the weekends. The traffic Impacts would occur during off·peak hours. The applicant does not propose any off·site road infrastructure improvements. Neighbors In the surrounding area have relayed their concerns over the additional traffic caused by church use would have adverse affects on the neighborhood. The neighbors cited issues concerning the narrow width of the private street (118"{ Avenue SE) and its ability to handle the extra traffic impacts including noise, dust, and access for emergency services, and deterioration of the road surface resulting from increased use. The applicant made a counter proposal to mitigate these issues. The proposal would use an internal driveway accessing SE 188"{ Street instead of using the private street 118th Avenue SE. This driveway would be paved to address Fire Department requirements, but the paving would also diminish noise and dust from vehicle traffic. Traffic on 118th Avenue SE could potential be reduced because the proposal would eliminate the ingresslegress point that the mechanical shop currently utilizes. There are no proposed pedestrian connections to the church from either the surrounding streets or from within the parking lot. It is anticipated that most parishioners would arrive via private vehicle, however, if the Conditional Use Permit is approved, accommodation would need to be made to provide for pedestrian safety. Staff suggests that a detailed plan be submitted detailing pedestrian access connections. These connections would show a defined pedestrian access connection through the parking lot to entrance of the church. As services commence or conclude, it would be expected that some parishioners might wait outside the church entrance. Therefore, if approved staff recommends that a waiting area be provided for pedestrians at the front entrance of the church. This area should be separated (physically or visually) from the rest of the parking lot to ensure the safety of congregating in front of the main entrance of the church. A dedicated pedestrian connection from the entrance of the church to SE 188th Street must also be shown on the pedestrian plan. The pedestrian connection plan shall be subm itted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. No signage plan was submitted. It is unclear what type of signage for the church or the entrance of the parking lot would be implemented. Signs to alert drivers and pedestrians of vehicles entering and leaving the parking lot onto SE 188th Street would need to be provided. Staff recommends, that if the conditional use permit is granted, that a condition for approval be required for submittal of a signage plan detailing among other points, signs for the parking lot. The revised proposal addresses the Fire Department concerns of a 220·foot wide paved access with a hammerhead turnaround to allow for a 3'point turn. The impact of paving the driveway could potentially trigger a wetlands study of the paving proposal area and subsequent wetland mitigation required by the Renton Municipal Code. The applicant would be required to submit a wetlands study and drainage study Ptrior to the submittal of any perm it authorizing paving and/or drainage changes on SE 188 h Street. g. NOISE, GLARE Potential noise, light and glare impacts shall be evaluated based on the location of the proposed use on the lot and the location of on-site parking areas, outdoor recreational areas and refuse storage areas. (Ord. 3599, 1·11·1982) The proposed church would utilize an existing 1,960 square foot structure located in the southeast corner of a 1 .1·acre site. The church would be expected to generate noise LUA08-1 02_ Hexreport_11 0408.doc City of Renton CEO Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING DA) E November 4, 2008 Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner LUA-OB-102, CU-H Page 11 of 13 prior to and after serVices, as people arrive and depart. In addition, it is anticipated that noise could emanate from the property during services, particularly if amplification IS used, or if windows and doors are opened during the serVices, Comments received from surrounding neighbors express concerns about the potential noise impacts from the proposed church, The comments indicate that the neighbors believe that noise resulting from the traffic caused by church members would be incompatible with the residential character of the area, The revised proposal address the issue of traffic by changing the access ~oint to the church parking lot from 118"; Avenue SE, a private gravel street to SE 188' Street SE, This proposal would accomplish a number of things: first, traffic on 118'h Avenue SE would not be impacted; second, by traveling on a paved road would produce much less noise and dust than the original proposal of using a gravel road, If the project is approved, staff recommends, as a condition of approval that the windows and doors of the church be closed during services, and that the project be required to install insulation and HeatinglVentilation/Air Conditioning (HVAC) in the shop building to reduce the amount of noise emitting from the structure, In addition, staff recommends that services be limited to occur during the hours of 7:00 a,m, to 10:00 p,m, in consideration of the peace and repose of the surrounding residents A lighting narrative has been proposed, The applicant proposes to use motion sensor lights on the church, It is anticipated that these lights would be positioned so as not to trespass beyond the confines of the property, It is unclear if lighting proposed for the parking lot would cause glare, The purpose of the City's light regulations is to prOVide for ample, but not excessive illumination levels, promote the general public health, welfare, and safety, and discourage light trespass beyond the boundaries of the property on which the light is located, If the Conditional Use Permit is approved, staff recommends that a lighting plan following the standards set by RMC 4-4-075, Lighting, Exterior Onsite be submitted subject to the review and approval of the Planning Division Project Manager, showing the type of lighting proposed, the direction of the lighting, and the location of all of the exterior lights prior to building permit submittal. With the revised proposal, potential glare could be emitted from vehicle headlights using the driveway, If the proposal were approved, then staff would recommend a six-foot fence be built along the west property line to screen any potential glare issues, The applicant does not plan to have an assigned refuse/recycle bin location for the church, The applicant feels that the refuse/recyclables generated from the church would be minimal and that they would incorporate the church's refuse/recycling with the existing residence's service, This is contrary to City Code, and the institutional use would require that appropriate refuse and recycle be provided for, and that it be kept at least 50 feet from surrounding residential properties, h. LANDSCAPING Landscaping shall be provided in all areas not occupied by building or paving, The Hearing Examiner may require additional landscaping to buffer adjacent properties from potentially adverse effects of the proposed use, (Ord, 3599, 1-11-1982) The project proposes to plant 360 square feet of landscaping within the parking lot. These landscaped areas would visually break up the parking lot. The project does not propose any other landscaping, but staff recommends as a condition for approval, that the applicant shall provide a revised landscape plan detailing the landscape areas that would serve as a buffer between the perimeter of the parking lot and the neighboring residential properties in order to diminish the visual, noise, and dust Impacts, This landscape plan shall be submitted prior to the issuance of the building permit. The proposed landscaping shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy perm it issuance. i, ACCESSORY USES Accessory uses to conditional uses such as day schools, auditoriums used for social and sport activities, health centers, convents, preschool facilities, convalescent homes and LUAOB-1 02_Hexreport_ 11 0408.doc City of Renton CEO Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING DA TE.· November 4 2008 Preliminary Report to the f--Iearing Examiner LUA-08-102, CU-H Page 12of13 others of a similar nature shall be considered to be separate uses and shall be subject to the provisions of the use district in which they are located. Accessory uses proposed as part of this project include using the worship hall as a flex space to hold social events and meetings. No daycare or day school has been proposed. j. CONVERSION No existing building or structure shall be converted to a conditional use unless such building or structure complies. or is brought into compliance, with the provisions of RMC 4-9-030. The eXisting structure would be renovated to allow for the proposed use. Provided conditions of approval are complied with, the structure would meet the requirements of the Conditional Use Permit. However, the existing dwelling unit located on the subject site would not be compatible with the more intensive use as a church, unless the residential nature of the structure were converted to an accessory use, such as residential accommodations for the clergy. Convents and other clergy residential uses may be allowed in conjunction with the proposed use, provided they meet requirements of the underlying zone. It appears that the structures would comply with the applicable regulations. If the Conditional Use Permit is approved, staff recommends that the existing primary on the site be converted to clergy residential housing in order to avoid conflicts with the proposed church use. k. PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS The proposed use and location shall be adequately served by and not impose an undue burden on any public improvements, facilities, utilities, and services. Approval of a conditional use permit may be conditioned upon the provision and/or guarantee by the applicant of necessary public improvements, facilities, utilities, and/or services. (Ord. 3599.1-11-1982) It appears that the site is currently on a septic system and is not connected to sewer. The applicant proposes to bring in water and sewer to the project. A Certificate of Water and Sewer Availability has been granted by the Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. Improvements to the site may require that street frontage improvements be constructed, including curb, gutter, sidewalks and street lighting. If the conditional use permit is approved, and the private street is required to be paved, then the threshold may be met requiring street improvements. H. RECOMMENDA TlON Staff recommends approval of the 51. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit, Project File No. LUA-08-102. CU-H, staff recommends that the following conditions be attached to the Conditional Use Permit 1. The applicant shall provide a revised landscape plan detailing the landscape areas that would buffer the perimeter of the parking lot from visual, noise, and dust impacts. This landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager prior to the issuance of the building permit The proposed landscaping shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit issuance. 2, The applicant shall reconfigure the parking lot along the south property line to give additional separation between the residence on the abutting property to the south and the parking stalls. A revised parking plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. 3, The applicant shall close windows and doors during services/social events and install insulation and HeatinglVentilation/Air Conditioning (HVAC) within the building to limit the amount of noise impacts LUA08-1 02_Hexreport_ 11 0408.doc City of Renton CEO Department ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING DATE. November 4. 2008 Prelimmary Report to the Hearing Examiner WA-OB-102, CU-H Page 130113 associated with church services. Installation of the HVAC systems would need to be accomplished prior to issuance of an occupancy permit. 4. The applicant shall limit the hours of operation of church activities to the hours of 700 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. 5. The applicant shall build a six-foot fence along the west property line to screen any potential glare onto the abutting property to the west. The fence design would need to be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for approval prior to Issuance of a building permit. The fence shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit issuance 6. The applicant shall submit an amended site plan detailing pedestrian access connections. The plan must show a defined pedestrian access connection through the parking lot to entrance of the church. A dedicated pedestrian connection from the entrance of the church to SE 188th Street must also be shown on the plan. Within the gravel parking lot, the pedestrian connection shall use materials, such as pavers or brick, to create visual separation from the graveled vehicle areas. On paved surfaces, the pedestrian connection can be painted. The plan must show a waiting area in front of the church that IS separated (physically or visually) from the rest of the parking lot to ensure the safety of congregating in front of the main entrance of the church. The site plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Proj8ct Manager for approval prior to issuance of a building permit. 7. The applicant shall submit a sign age plan to the Planning Division Project Manager detailing parking lot signs showing pedestrian connections and spaces, ADA parking stalls, and entrance and eXit signs. The signage plan shall give the sign type, locations, dimensions and materials of each sign. This slgnage plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division Project Manager for review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit and shall be installed and inspected prior to occupancy permit issuance. 8. The applicant shall submit a revised site plan detailing a reconfiguration of the parking lot to reduce the aisle width from 60 feet to 24 feet to reduce the amount of space dedicated for vehicles. Better separation between vehicles and pedestrians would reduce the conflict between the two uses. 9. The applicant would be required to submit a wetlands delineation study pursuant to RMC 4-3-050M and drainage study, subject to Public Works Plan Reviewer approval, prior to the submittal of any permit authorizing paving and/or drainage changes on SE 188th Street. 10. The applicant shall submit a lighting plan following the standards of RMC 4-4-075 to the Planning Division Project Manager, showing the type of lighting proposed, the direction of the lighting, and the location of all of the exterior lights prior to issuance of the building permit. 11. If the Conditional Use Permit is approved, staff recommends that the existing remaining dwelling on the site be converted to clergy residential housing in order to avoid conflicts with the proposed church use. LUA08-1 02_Hexreport_11 040S.doc J \ ! ! . • 3S 3/W H1811 \ " , , ~'~C 35.0 , , , i I i ~ I: '----- EXHIBIT 3 \JDRSHIP HALL BREAK ROOM z w :r: u >- '2 RESTROOM MECHANICAL ROOM , , I , II I: ~ ; , 29.3 ! 9.) U I; "III , ~ II '"' ~ <J L N t stAll: I/eO"1''''!)" " NOTE, NO COOKING JN KITCHEN. ONLY REAHEATING, I I 1/8·~1' sr:~ -:1 5 o 5 10 15 20 sco,le feet S1. THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH 11651 Sf 188TH ST, RENTON, WA 98058 CHURCH FLOOR PLAN DATE: t1j4/01!! ~ EXISTING METAL ROOF " 'I" " "II Ii I SHEET METAL GUTTER, TYP DOI,.INSPOUT, TYP VINDO'W 4'X4', T'r'P 1,I,ilii I I I , rl'll""l'lll"'llll"'l"ll'l"ll'l'l'l"""""~ ".0" m. we ilil "1:]0 1111111111111111,111111111111'1' ""r VEXISTING METAL SIDING, TYP 35'-0' NORTH ELEVATION -188TH ST ',illi l l ,dl ,I" ~m. DOOR, 4'X7', TYP jVINDOI,.I 4'X2', TYP ELEVATION -SOUTH SIDE Tn , , , "rrmTI , Iii ci? [ 1 12'-0' , I ~;l! +rnii i ~~~~~~:3=====t1 I 56'-0' t 56'-0' llL II i, II lIT 40'-0' c, 'j J ELEVA TION -wEST SIDE ELEVATION 118TH AVE sr:.D 5 0 5 10 l!(L .... 20 1/8'=1' "-ww_ 4 s=Q!e ,;",:', -~IG""ED' ----Sf. THO~A5 ORTHODOX CHURCH ~;:~l-ol (~ ~ B. ".l..RAYll 11651 sE 188TH ST, RENTON, WA 98058 DATE: :'JI. ORAW~: oe/06/06 I W B. P"RAYIL \,--=::S CHECKED: CHURCH ELEVATIONS SHEET NO 1-, .... ,./<'1 B. PARA'I'll feet EXHIBIT 4 UJI-tU5 -I ut.. CI-. OF RENTON Department of Community and Economic Development Alex Pietsch, Administrator Denis Law, Mayor September 29,2008 Thomas George St. Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Avenue SE Renton, W A 98056 EXHIBIT 5 SUBJECT: PARKING MODIFICATION REQUEST FOR ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH-116511SSTH AVENUE SE Dear Mr. George, The City of Renton is in receipt of your request of September 24th for a parking modification regarding the proposed Change of Use on property located at 11651 18S th Avenue SE. The follO\ving summarizes your request, project background, analysis, and decision. Summarv of Request The project contact, George Thomas, has requested a parking modification from RMC 4-4- 080G.l, Surfacing Requirements for Parking Arcas and to waive the requirements from RMC 4-4-0S0G.3, Marking Requirements, for the proposed 8t. Thomas Orthodox Church project (LUA08-102). The modification has been requested in order to use a different surfacing material for the parking lot than required by code. The subject site is zoned Residential-4 (R-4) and is located on a 48,351 square foot lot. City Code requires that all off-street parking areas shall be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature approved by the Public Works Department. City Code also dictates that all parking areas other than those for single- family residential and duplex dwelling shall have stfllls marked and access lanes clearly defined, including directional arrows to gllide internal circulation. All entrances and exits shall be designated as such by markings on the parking lot pavement in addition to any sign which maybe used as entrance and exit guides. All markings are to be of commercial traffic paint or equal material and are to be maintained in a legible condition. All accessible, compact and guest parking space shall be marked. The modification requests that instead of paving the parking lot, the applicant would be allowed to add an additional layer of gravel and retain the existing gravel parking lot. Section 4-4-080Fd allows the Development Services Division to grant modifications from the parking standards for individual cases provided that the modification meets the following criteria (pursuant to RMC 4-9-250D2): --------------l-OS-S-S-O-u-th-G-'r-a-~-.~-I-a-Y---R-Cl-tt-OJ-,,-~-'a-s-hi-ng-t-OJ-,-9-80-5-7-------------~ * ThiS pClpBI contairs ~OG/o recycled material 3070 pust consumer AIIEAD OF TI-II', eeRY}; September 29, 2008 Page 2 a. Will meet the objectives and safety, function, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by the Code requirements, based upon sound engineering judgment; and b. Will not be injurious to other property(s) in the vicinity; and c. Conform to the intent and purpose of the Code; and d. Can be shown to be justified and required for the use and situation intended; and, e. Will not create adverse impacts to other property(ies) in the vicinity. Background The subject proposal would result in the change of use ofa portion ofa residential site into religious institution facility. The property is located at 11651 SE ISSth Street. The site is zoned Residential-4 (R-4). The proposal would remodel the interior of a 1,960 square foot workshop building into a religious facility to be used for religious services. The development standards require the project to have 19 parking stalls (induding at least one American Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant stall) and that the parking be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature as approved by the Public Works Department. The parking lot would only be used for religious services that usually last three hours from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and would service approximately 10-to 15-cars during this time. AnalYSis 1) Will meet the objectives and safety, function, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by the Code requirements, based upon sound engineering judgment. The proposal intends to continue using an existing gravel parking lot, except the parking lot would have to be reconfigured to add three standard sized parking stalls and one additional ADA compliant stall for a total of 19 stalls. The gravel parking lot would meet all of the other Code related objectives and safety standards that would apply to a paved parking lot such as stall dimensioning, drive aisle widths, maximum parking lot slopes, and driveway requirements. The environmental protection, function, appearance, and maintainability would meet the other Code requirements as well. Keeping the gravel parking lot would reduce the amount of new impervious surfaces added to the property. A gravel parking lot would capture less heat than concrete or asphalt surfaces, thus producing less of a heat island effect than the standard paving materials. The configuration of the parking lot would be the same whether it is paved or gravel, therefore the functionality of the parking lot would be similar. The required parking lot landscaping (285 square feet) would augment the aesthetics of the current parking lot. The maintenance for a gravel parking lot is minimal. The proposed parking configuration would meet the objectives, safety, function, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by code requirements, based upon sound engineering judgment. In order to approve the modification, staff September 29, 200 Page 3 recommends the applicant submit a parking lot plan that shows the parking lot configuration along with the parking stall type, dimensions, location, wheel stops, and landscaping. Staff recommends that the applicant would be required to comply with the ADA standards within the parking lot where applicable as another condition for the modification. 2) Will not be injurious to other property(s) in the vicinity. The current use of the area for the proposed 19-stall gravel parking lot is a l5-stall gravel parking lot. The project would be configured to add four additional parking stalls (one ADA compliant and three standard size stalls), but the area of the parking lot would not be expanded. Therefore, the situation between the current area and pavement material (gravel) and the future area and pavement material (gravel) of the parking lot would not differ, except there would be more landscaping and slightly more traffic (up to 19 cars total) on Sunday between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Allowing this modification would not be injurious to the other properties in vicinity. 3) Conform to the intent and purpose of the Code. Renton Municipal Code requires that all off-street parking areas shall be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature approved by the Public Works Department. The project proposes to add another layer of gravel in lieu of paving. The proposal would conform to all other parking, loading and driveway regulations stated in RMC 4-4-080, except of the Marking Requirements, which the applicant request to be waived. In order to approve the modi lication, staff recommends that the applicant submit a sign plan to the Planning Division project manager, detailing placement for SigIlage that would label all of the entrances and exits to the parking lot before issuance of a building permit. Another condition for modification approval would require the applicant to install wheel stops. The location of the wheel stops must be submitted on a parking plan priqr to issuance of a building permit. The parking lot plan must also include the location and dimensioning of the parking stalls, wheel stops and landscaped areas. 4) Can be shown to be justified and required for the use and situation intended. The proposed pavement material of gravel appears to be justilied and required for the intended use, since the current use is a gravel parking lot and the proposed use is a gravel parking lot. Although the current parking lot can accommodate 15 parking stalls, the proposed lot would be reconfigured to fit 19 parking spaces within the same area. 5) Will not create adverse impacts to other property(ies) in the vicinity. The current use of the proposed 19-stall gravel parking lot is a 15-stall gravel parking lot. The project would add four additional parking stalls (one ADA compliant and three standard size stalls), but the area of the parking lot would not be expanded. Therefore, the situation between the current area and pavement material (gravel) and the future area and pavement material (gravel) of the parking lot would not differ, except there would be more landscaping and a slight increase in automobile trips on Sunday mornings. Allowing this modification would not create adverse impacts to the other properties in vicinity -it would be a continuation of the current use. September 29, 2008 Page 4 Decision Parking lot standards require all off-street parking areas to be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature. The parking modification requests that the current gravel parking lot be retained and enhanced by additional landscaping. The applicant also requests that the Marking Requirements be waived. Requiring Markings on a gravel parking lot would be impractical and unsightly. Based on the preceding analysis, the parking modification and the waiver for Markings for St. Thomas Orthodox Church, proposed at 11651 SE ISSth Street, are approved with conditions. Conditions 1. The applicant must submit a parking lot plan, detailing location and dimension of parking spaces, landscaping, signage, and wheel stops prior to issuance of a building permit. 2. The applicant must submit a sign plan, for approval by the Planning Division project manager, detailing placement for signs that would label all entrances and exits of the parking lot before issuance of a building permit. 3. The applicant must install wheel stops for each parking stall. The location of the wheel stops must be submitted on a parking plan prior to issuance of a building permit. 4. The applicant must comply with the required ADA standards within the parking lot where applicable. 5. The applicant must comply with all other parking, loading and driveway regulations stated in RMC 4-4-080, except of the Marking Requirements. If you have questions regarding this correspondence, feel free to contact Ion Arai at (425) 430-7270. Sincerely, ~wr'~ 'h. ~&tiVu Neil Watts, D~or Development Services Division cc: Jennifer Henning, Current Planning Manager Ion Arai, Assistant Planner File · {S -28 T23N RSE W 112 F T --.~===----~II iJ ... ! ~ ~PI EXHIBIT 6 R-4 " ","'" ? SE1S1;ISI .... R8 SE 1~9Ih,n R-4 n .. N U ~ ~ t f--i.,_ .... L.L.-_J=·_.~._ .. _== .. = .. '__ ___ __1.;;h,";;;,'""'''--.------........-...J ~--..jJ I L _ rl_rV _________________ E _________ -.l_--.-l : 1 JS -04 T22N RSE W 112 <\ j 1. \" ~O 200400 ',I f /-oI;;J I __ Feet ~ 1'4,800 15 ZONING 33 T23N R5E W 112 I'\\" TECfL'flCAL SER'-lCES 07/15/08 5333 crI Denis Law, Mayor October 16, 2008 RENTON Department of Community and Economic Development Alex Pietsch, Administrator SUBJECT: St Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit LUA08-102 Dear Mr. Kaufman: Enclosed you will find information regarding the St. Thomas Orthodox Church CUP that was recently came to our attention. The Soos Creek Water and Sewer District Certificate of Water Availability would satisfy condition #10. Please add to the record. If you have any questions, please contact me at (425) 430-7270. Sincerely, Ion Arai Assistant Planner 1055 South Grady Way -Rentor, Washington 98057 * ThiS paper contains 50% recycled matenal, 30% post consumer ,\HEAD OF THE CCRVE , " SODS CREEK WAr' SEWER DISTRICT 14616 S.E. 192nd St. • P.O. Box 58039 • Renton, WA 98058-1039 • Phone (253) 630-9900 • Fax (253) 630-5289 October 19, 2007 Babu Parayil 2314 I 27th Ave NE Bellevue, W A 98005 RE: Parcel No. 619840 0020 Proposed church, existing single family residence, and existing guest house Dear Mr. Parayil: Your proposed project has been reviewed for water and sewer availability and the following information is provided based on the site layout submitted. Final water and sewer requirements and developer extension quotes are updated based on the final site development plans. Listed below are the developer extension fees for the proposed water and sewer main extensions required to serve the above referenced parcel. The "FULL" quote is for District engineering. The "OPTIONAL" quote allows you to hire an outside engineer for the water and sewer design. SEWER: 450 ft main extension Plan review Guaranty deposit Conformance deposit Easement SCWSD Observation Deposit FULL $ 17,679.00 00.00 500.00 500.00 2,500.00 810.00 www.sooscreekcom OPTIONAL $ 15,354.00 5,000.00 (Deposit) 500.00 500.00 2,500.00 810.00 October 19, 2007 Parcel No. 619840 0020 Page two WATER: 500 ft main extension Plan review Guaranty deposit Conformance deposit Easement 'os CREEK WATER & SEWER VI FULL SCWSD Observation Deposit $14,359.00 00.00 500.00 500.00 2,500.00 450.00 OPTIONAL $ 11,950.00 3,000.00 (Deposit) 500.00 500.00 2,500.00 450.00 The preceding FULL quotes include design, administration, water and sewer staking, water and sewer design survey, construction observation, and preparation of the KCWTD and Fire Marshal approval packages for the proposed water and sewer project. The OPTIONAL quotes include administration, review, and construction observation only. The quotes do not include any construction. The proposed water and sewer layouts and requirements are subject to the final site development plan, proposed church and existing houselbuilding locations, street, storm, and grading. Onsite and offsite water and sewer easements will be required. A right of way permit will be required for any construction in SE l88 th Street. A grading permit will be required for any water and sewer main construction in the offsite water and sewer easement area, and onsite if a site development plan is not available. If the Developer does not provide a site development plan (streetlstonnlgrading) for the proposed project, water and sewer design survey will be required for the onsite water and sewer main. Water and sewer design survey will be required for the offsite water and sewer main. Please provide the existing and proposed building(s) finish floor elevations and sewer outlet locations to verifY the proposed sewer main, manhole, and side sewer stub locations and depths. Commercial side sewer stub connections required at manholes. If a kitchen facility is provided in the proposed church building, a District approved grease trap interceptor will be required to be installed. • CREEK WATER & SEWER DISTR October 19, 2007 Parcel No. 6198400020 Page three The offsite water and sewer main locations are subject to design survey information/data, offsite water and sewer easement acquisition, and District review and approval. The Developer is responsible for acquiring and providing to the District information from the Fire Marshal regarding fire hydrant and fire protection requirements (i.e. building fire line, sprinkler systems, DCV A, fire hydrants, fire flow) for the proposed church building and the proj ecl. If a double detector check valve assembly and backflow prevention facilities/vaults for any fire protection system are required, they are to be District approved. The double detector check valve assembly and backflow prevention facilities/vaults shall be located outside of the proposed building and in a District water easement. The project Developer may be eligible for water and sewer latecomer reimbursement/payment from those properties adjacent to and benefiting from the water and sewer main extensions. Existing District sewer Latecomer Charge #267 is not applicable to this subject parcel if sewer main connection and service is through the Jessie Glen sewer main/proj ecl. The District current sewer general facility charge is $1,848.00 per unit and will be collected at the time of the side sewer permit application for each lot or building. The property is subject to KCWT Sewer Treatment Capacity charges. The District current sewer general facility charge is $0.1848 per square foot (commercial rate) and will be collected at the time of the side sewer permit application for the building. The property is subject to KCWT Sewer Treatment Capacity charges. The District current water general facility charge is $2,079.00 per unit and will be collected at the time of the meter application. The property is subject to meter charges and Seattle Public Utility Facility charges based on meter sizes. The District current water general facility charge is $0.2079 per square foot (commercial rate) and will be collected at the time of the meter application. The property is subject to meter charges and Seattle Public Utility Facility charges based on meter sizes. ALL CHARGES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE October 19,2007 Parcel No. 6198400020 Page four OS CREEK WATER & SEWER DI: Please contact me at (253) 630-9900 extension 5 if you have any questions. Fax or mail a written request, signed by the Developer/property owner, if you wish to proceed with a Developers Extension Agreement and state whether you would like to do "FULL" or "OPTIONAL" engineering. Please provide name, mailing address, contact name, phone, and fax numbers, as you would like them to appear on your agreement. Sincerely, f vJ L?fy~/0-va Lynn Ramsey Development Coordinator Enclosure / This certificate provides information necessary to evaluate development proposals. Certificate: 4173 , SOOS CREEK WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT CERTIFICATE OF W ATER AVAILABILITY Type: Conditional Use Permit: Applicant's Name: Babu Parayil Proposed Use: Worship Building Location: Lot: I Block: I Parcel: 6198400020 Information: Existing garage/shop WATER PURVEYOR INFORMATION Development: NORTHWESTERN GARDEN TRA Address: 11651 SE 188THST,RENTON 1. a 0 Water will be provided by service cOlUlection only to an existing Null inch water main, Null feet from the site. AndlOther ~ Ii'l Water service will require an improvenmt to the water system of: Water service for the proposed project will require the installation of water main onsite as shown on the attached layout. Onsite and off site water easements will be required. Complete water service will not be available to the property and proposed project until water is complete for the Jessie Glen Development and the District has accepted this project for service. Final water requirements and layout will be based on the fmal site development plans floor elevations and King County Fire Marshal requirements. All plans must be approved by and meet the requirements of the KCFM and Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. 2. a Ii'l The water system is in conformance with a County approved water comprehensive plan. b 0 The water system improvement will require a water comprehensive plan amenthnent. 3. a Ii'l The proposed project is within the corporate limits of the district, or has been granted Boundary Review Board approval for extension of service outside the district or city, or is within the County approved service area of a private water purveyor. b 0 Annexation or Boundary Review Board approval will be necessary to provide service. 4. a Ii'l Water is/or will be available at the rate of flow and duration indicated below at no less than 20 psi measured at the nearest fIre hydrant 65 feet from the building/property (or as marked on the attached map): Rate of Flow: 1,000 gpm Duration: 2 hours b 0 Water systems is not capable of providing fIre flow, Cross Connection Control devices must be iu conformance with state laws. Service is subject to the applicants agreement to comply and perform to make such installation and/or connections to the standards, regulations, requirements and conditions of this District and such other agency or agencies having jurisdiction. This District is not representing that it's facilities will be extended or otherwise modified to make such service available to the applicant. It is the responsibility of the applicant to make any required extension of facilities to serve their property. I hereby certify that the above water purveyor information is true. This certification shall be valid for one year from date of signature. SOOS CREEK WATER & SEWER DISTRICT Agency Name Development Coordinator Title S005 CreekWater & Sewer District ~rptA .... ailSingleParcdAddWatCT· ])6196 Lynn Ramsey Signatory Name Date ~/rvlJ?~~ J/J.7,L~7 f Signature U ~ F 0, AI: " ~ I· ; > ( I,; ~ ~-, I~ , " >,,, KC 51' J.88(.Q1 89(1Z21C370 "", s ' ~. EO SE 32-2: C'a, I 'w~'p~H I I i~ ":. I::: ';'0,'. ~---'~~ ____ '_"J " LID ~ 5 r 'I I / . This certificate provides information necessary to evaluate development proposals. Certificate: 4941 SOOS CREEK WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT CERTIFICATE OF SEWER AVAILABILITY Type: Conditional Use Pennit Applicant's Name: Babu Parayil Proposed Use: Worship Building \ Location: Lot: I Block: I Development: NORTHWESTERN GARDEN TRACTSDN 4 Parcel: 619840 0020 Address: 11651 SE 188TH ST, RENTON Information: Existing garage/shop SEWER PURVEYOR INFORMATION 1. a 0 Sewer service will be provided by service connection only to an existing sewer main Null feet from the site and the sewer system has the capacity to serve the proposed area. b RI Other (describe); Sewer service for the proposed project will require the installation of sewer main onsite as shown on the attached layout. Onsite and offsite sewer easements will be required. Complete sewer service will not be available to the property and proposed project until sewer is complete for the Jessie Glen Development and the District has accepted this project for service. Final sewer layout will be determined based on final site development plans, buildings floor elevations and sewer outlet elevations. All plans must be approved by KCWTD and Soos Creek Water and Sewer District. 2. a ~ The sewer system is in conformance with a County approved sewer comprehensive plan. b 0 The sewer system improvement will require a sewer comprehensive plan amendment. 3. a ~ The proposed project is within the corporate limits of the district, or has been granted Boundary Review Board approval for extension of service outside the district or city. b 0 Annexation or Boundary Review Board approval will be necessary to prOVide service. 4. Service is subject to tbe following: a ~ Connection Charge: Yes b Ill] Easement (s): c Ill] Otber: Onsite and offsite easements required See I b above and conditions below Service is subject to the applicants agreement to comply and perform to make such installation and/or connections to the standards, regulations, requirements and conditions of this District and such other agency uf ageuc~e£ li..iv-iJ.1g'}~.ri5diction. This D!~trict i~ nc! repre£enting th~_t it's facilities will be extended or otherwise modified to make such service available to the applicant. It is the responsibility of the applicant to make any required extension of facilities to serve their property. I bereby certify tbat tbe above sewer purveyor information is true. Tbis certification sball be valid for one year from date of signature. SOOS CREEK WATER & SEWER DISTRICT Agency Name Lynn Ramsey --~ ~~~~~~- Signatory Name 412712007 Date Development Coordinator ~ ----~---------- Title ~ (~'~1LlJ2~o 1j/l(aco 7 ~ 7 r -qignature Date 500$ CrcekWala-& Sewer Thslrlcl "rptAv3.l1SinglcParcclAddSewcrM 216196 -..;-+(------ ,., -·---.J.,c """ .\ ~\ , " \ ----~ ','-0;-';' --=~,~ ---- ------- ')010 -;-'0.-''----. Iffi C""O"'~' SE 32·23·5 f' i-..,---------· St. Thomas Orthodox Church 11651 SE 188th St. Renton, Wa 98058 Current Screening of the Parking lot: OCT 15 2008 RECElVED The proposed 19 stall parking lot is at the south west corner of the property. It is over 150 feet south of from 188 th 5t. The existing guest house, the single family home and the evergreen bushes completely blocks the view of the parking lot from 188th 5t. The parking lot is about 65 feet west of from the 116th Ave 5E. The bushes, the evergreen pine trees and the proposed church building blocks most of the view of the parking lot. The only visible part of the parking lot will be what seen through the drive way. The covered fence and the ever green tress and bushes on the south side of the parking lot blocks the view of the parking lot from those who live on the next parcel. Presently there are no houses on the west side of the parking lot. In the future if houses are built, we can provide screening by evergreen trees. Plan for the lawn on the south side of the proposed church: The lawn south of the proposed church will be kept as such. The lawn will be maintained. Refuse/Recycling bin location: We are not planning to have an assigned refuse/recycle bin location for the church. The refuse/reuse materials generated will be so low due to the seldom use of the facility. Our plan is to incorporate this refuse/recycling along with the service provided for the parsonage. CUP Application St. Thomas Orthodox Church 11651 SE 188 th St. Renton, W A 98058 Use of the Proposed Facility The proposed facility will be used as worship/study centre for the SI. Thomas Orthodox Christians living in and around Seattle. Currently our group has 20 family members and the average attendance on a Sunday is about 40. Most of the members are from east India who follows the Orthodox Christian belief and tradition. In the coming 5 years, we anticipate the membership to grow about 30 and the attendance to be about 60. We plan to have the following services available to its members at the facility. Sunday Worship: Our plan is to conduct regular church services on Sunday at this facility starting with moming prayers at 9:00 and the Holy Mass begins at 10:00. Usually it finishes by 12:00. Sunday school: Normally on Sundays after the service, we conduct an hour of Christian education for the school going kids. Average number of attendees is about 12 now including teachers. We plan to have this every Sunday. Vacation Bible School: During summer, we are planning a bible class for the children of our members. We anticipate this to start only in 2010 or later, since the number of children in the group are very low. This may be a 2-day event starting on a Saturday and ends on Sunday. Family Conference: We are planning to conduct a family conference on every year for the members of the church. This is an opportunity for the members to hear from scholars of the church and a stage for some family gathering. We anticipate at least half the family members to attend this event. This could be a a 2 or a 3-day event stating on a Friday night and ending on Sunday. Feast of the Saints: Certain feast of the saints may follow on a week day and some time we may elect to have Holy Qurbana on that day. Attendance will be very small, since this falls on a week day. Special occasions: Some times church official from the head quarters may visit the church; and to honor them, we gather at the church. This may happen only two or three times a year. We anticipate about half the members present on such occasions. • Other occasions for gathering at the facility can include memorial services for family members or their relatives, honoring members or church officials or such social event. Our intent is to have these gatherings on Friday evenings or Saturday or after the Sunday service. Church committee meetings: Church committee consists of 7 to 10 people. This group may decide to meet at the church on special circumstances instead of at committee member's house. In all these events, we anticipate only the church members to be present and the attendance will always be far less than the membership. CITV OF RENTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNTY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT -PLANNING DIVISION AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAILING On the 14th day of October, 2008, I deposited in the mails of the United States, a sealed envelope containing Preliminary Report to the Hearing Examiner documents. This information was sent to: Name Thomas George Contact Babu & Mercy Parayil Owners David & Elizabeth Christman POR Gary Johnson POR Randolph G. Eagleson POR Joyce Eagleson POR Denise M. Gloster POR (Signature of Sender): ~Uj ?l1.<:fcdLA/ STATE OF WASHING~ON (J ) SS COUNTY OF KING ) I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that Stacy Tucker Representing signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act (qN~'J(!"I~l1s and purposes mentioned in the instrument. __ ..:<;, ;VNf;,.)'II/ Dated: 10/15/08 Notary (Print): ~mb .. C !"YID n My appointment expires: ;;>'\"1.-10 Project Name: SI. Thomas Orthodox Church f?roject Number: LUA08-102, CU-H .:::-\(>;. . >"(;Ail .:: "r.. ~j'." ,'./ ,..:/!/ "";.(\~ ::" yl" -" ' '+'" 'l. c· .... ~ .. l:~ ·04"'.... I'. CITY OF RENTON HEARING EXAMINER PUBLIC HEARING October 21 , 2008 AGENDA COMMENCING AT 9:00 AM, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7TH FLOOR, RENTON CITY HALL The application(s) listed are in order of application number only and not necessarily the order in which they will be heard. Items will be called for hearing at the discretion of the Hearing Examiner. 9:00 a.m.: PROJECT NAME: SI. Thomas Orthodox Church PROJECT NUMBER: LUA08-102, CU-H PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to SI. Thomas Orthodox Church with a worship/study center within the Residential-4 (R-4) zoning designation. The existing shop is 1,960 square feet and the site area is 48,351 square feel. In addition to the shop, there are two residential buildings onsite, a 650 square foot guesthouse and a 1,600 square foot single-family dwelling. Both dwelling units would not be affected by the proposal. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided via 118th Avenue SE, a private street, to a project's gravel parking 101. The applicant is proposing 18 parking stalls with one ADA compliant parking stall surface parking lot. The applicant has requested and received approval for a parking modification that would allow the project's parking lot surface material to be gravel instead of using asphaltic concrete or cemenl. 10:00 a.m.: PROJECT NAME: Benson Heights Short Plat Appeal PROJECT NUMBER: LUA08-089, SHPL-A PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Appeal of Administrative Decision to approve the short subdivision of a 0.39-acre parcel into 5 lots for duplex dwellings vested to King County R-18 development standards. The proposed density is 20.5 dwelling units per acre. The proposed lot sizes range from approximately 2,500 to 3,400 square feet. HEX Agenda 10-21-0B.doc . • 9 City of on Department of Community & Economic D ,opment ENVIRONMENTAL & ~EVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: COMMENTS DUE: SEPTEMBER 2008 DATE CIRCULATED: SEPTEMBER 1 ,2008 PLANNER: Ion Arai ARAIIN CURRENT PLANNING 6TH FLOOR SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to a worship/study center The existing shop is 1,960 square feet and the site area is 48,351 square feet. In addition to the shop, there are two residential buildings onsite, a 650 square foot guesthouse and a 1,600 square f~ot single-family dwelling. Both residences would not be affected. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided off of 118' Avenue SE via private driveway to a gravel parking lot. Currently, the parking lot has a capacity of 14 standard parking stalls and one ADA compliant parking stall, but would be required to have 18 parking stalls with one ADA compliant parking stall. There are no critical areas onsite. A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS Element of the Probable Probable More Element of the Probable Probable More Environment Minor Major Information Impacts Impacts Necessary Environment Minor Major Information Impacts Impacts Necessary Earth Housing Air Aesthetics Water Light/Glare Plants Recreation Land/ShorelinE:J Use Utilities Animals Transportation Environmental Health Public Services Energy! Historic/Cultural Naium/ Resources Preservation Airport EnVironment 10,000 Feet 14.000 Feet B. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS C. CODE-RELA TED COMMENTS We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or areas where additional infor~ion is needed to properly assess this proposal. 0xW\b 10-9.0)1 Signature of Director or Authorized Representative Date FIRE DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM DATE: 9129/0S TO: Ameta Hellllinger, Plan Reviewer CC: FROM: Ion Arai, Associate Planner (,\ I David Pargas, Assistant Fire Marshal If SUBJECT; LUA08-102 St Thomas Orthodox Church Chauge of Use Renton Fire & Emergency Services Comments: Review of current plans and material, an onsite review and review of the Pre-Application plans have disclosed several issues and concerns Renton Fire & Emergency Services has with this project. Please review the following Renton Fire & Emergency Services issues and concerns: 1. The conditions noted in the December 13, 2007 Pre-Application comments are still applicable to this project. 2. Fire Mitigation Fees of $.52 cents per square foot may be applicable to this project. The Fire Mitigation fees shall be paid at time of securing the building and conditional use permits. 3. Access off of IISth is less than the required 20 feet width and the surface may need to be improved. 4. It is possible that a pseudo hammerhead could be configured using the IISth street access and onto the driveway of St Thomas. Review attached diagram 5. Hydrants -There is I hydrant with a 5 inch Storz fitting located within 150 feet to the front of the building. 6. Tentative fire flow shows this project may require 3000 gallons per minute. 7. My main concern is that of converting a building currently used for Mechanical purposes and using it for a meeting/class room or an Assembly occupancy would require significant revisions to the exiting system. It is important to note that due to the concerns I have listed is why Renton Fire & Emergency Services is opposed to this project going forward, without specific conditions being met and questions being answered Any questions or concerns regarding the Fire Departments comments may be directed to Assistant Fire Marshal, David Pargas at 425-430-7023. i:\city memos\08 final & prelim rev\tua08-102 st thomas orthodox church conditional usc change.doc & o City of Renton Department of Community EconomIc eve opment·, ':' I~" b U I:. '" ,1"'\ , ,b ','-'l , I ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT A P P Lie A T ION ~,' I~ •• ~ •• v .. ~~ REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: r-Ir(. COMMENTS DUE: SEPTEMS R~P2obi m -' APPLICATION NO: LUA08-102, CU-H DATE CIRCULATED: SEPTE~BE~ 15, 2008 I l.!' "l.MMr~ APPLICANT: Babu & Mercy Parayil PLANNER: Ion Arai , L ~, PROJECT TITLE: St Thomas Orthodox Church CUP PLAN REVIEWER: Arneta Henninger SITE AREA: 48,351 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (qross): 4,281 square feet LOCATION: 11651 SE 188'hStreet PROPOSED BLDG AREA (qross) 4,281 square feet I WORK ORDER NO: 77958 SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to a worship/study center. The existing shop is 1,960 square feet and the site area is 48,351 square feet. In addition to the shop, there are two residential buildings onsite, a 650 square foot guesthouse and a 1,.600 square (~ot single-fami,ly dwelling" Both reSidences would not be affected. Access to the worship/study center, would be proVided off of 118' Avenue SE via private driveway to a gravel parking lot Currently, the parking lot has a capacity of 14 standard parking stalls and one ADA compliant parking stall, but would be required to have 18 parking stalls with one ADA compliant parking stall, There are no critical areas onsite, A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS Element of the Probable Probable Environment Minor Major Impacts Impacts Earth Air Water Plants Land/Shoreline Use Animals Environmental Health Energy/ Natural Resources B. POLlCY·RELA TED COMMENTS /:: .... ,~ 't' /FI/ /, J .... .j;e-<4 C. 6-C ,e... c!U/K ~ d' CODE-RELATED COMMENTS # -t.5 -C ,..e~ ~ V I' t!!-4/ C <lkH.,.~ck More Information Necessary Element of the Probable Probable More Environment Minor Major Information Impacts Impacts Necessary Housin AesthetiCS Li hUG/are Recreation Utilities Transportation Public Services Historic/Cultural Preservation Airport EnVifonment 10,000 Feet 14,000 Fed As.t4t74n/ ?~ ~4<. WiduV ~ We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified CJreas of probable impact or areas where additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal. Signature of Director or Authorized Representative Date wltQ5-IOl. CIT' OF RENTON September 29, 2008 Thomas George St Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Avenue SE Renton, W A 98056 Department of Community and Economic Development Alex Pietsch, Administrator SUBJECT: PARKING MODIFICATION REQUEST FOR ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH -11651 188 TH AVENUE SE Dear Mr. George, The City of Renton is in receipt of your request of September 24th for a parking modification regarding the proposed Change of Use on property located at 11651 188 th Avenue SE. The following summarizes your request, project background, analysis, and decision. Summary of Request The project contact, George Thomas, has requested a parking modification from RMC 4-4- 080G.l, Surfacing Requirements for Parking Areas and to waive the requirements from RMC 4-4-080G.3, Marking Requirements, for the proposed St Thomas Orthodox Church project (LUA08-1 02). The modification has been requested in order to use a different surfacing material for the parking lot than required by code. The subject site is zoned Residential-4 (R-4) and is located on a 48,351 square foot lot City Code requires that all off-street parking areas shall be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature approved by the Public Works Department. City Code also dictates that all parking areas other than those for single- family residential and duplex dwelling shall have stalls marked and access lanes clearly defined, including directional arrows to guide internal circulation. All entrances and exits shall be designated as such by markings on the parking lot pavement in addition to any sign which maybe used as entrance and exit guides. All markings are to be of commercial traffic paint or equal material and are to be maintained in a legible condition. All accessible, compact and guest parking space shall be marked. The modification requests that instead of paving the parking lot, the applicant would be allowed to add an additional layer of gravel and retain the existing gravel parking lot Section 4-4-080Fd allows the Development Services Division to grant modifications from the parking standards for individual cases provided that the modification meets the following criteria (pursuant to RMC 4-9-25002): -------------1-0-S-S-So-u-th-G-'r-a-dJ-,w--~-·--R-e-n-to-n-,W--as-h-in-gl-o-n-9-8-0S-7-------------~ * This paper contains 50% recycled material, 30% post consumer AH}.,'U OF THl:. CURVE •• September 29, 2008 Page 2 a. Will meet the objectives and safety, function, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by the Code requirements, based upon sound engineeringjudgment; and b. Will not be injurious to other property(s) in the vicinity; and c. Conform to the intent and purpose of the Code; and d. Can be shown to be justified and required for the use and situation intended; and, e. Will not create adverse impacts to other property(ies) in the vicinity. Backgrouud The subject proposal would result in the change of use of a portion of a residential site into religious institution facility. The property is located at 11651 SE 188 th Street. The site is zoned Residential-4 (R -4). The proposal would remodel the interior of a 1,960 square foot workshop building into a religious facility to be used for religious services. The development standards require the project (0 have 19 parking stalls (including at least one American Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant stall) and that the parking be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature as approved by the Public Works Department. The parking lot would only be used for religious services that usually last three hours from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and would service approximately 10-to 15-cars during this time. Analysis 1) Will meet the objectives and safety, function, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by the Code requirements, based upon sound engineering judgment. The proposal intends to continue using an existing gravel parking lot, except the parking lot would have to be reconfigured to add three standard sized parking stalls and one additional ADA compliant stall for a total of 19 stalls. The gravel parking lot would meet all of the other Code related objectives and safety standards that would apply to a paved parking lot such as stall dimensioning, drive aisle widths, maximum parking lot slopes, and driveway requirements. The environmental protection, function, appearance, and maintainability would meet the other Code requirements as well. Keeping the gravel parking lot would reduce the amount of new impervious surfaces added to the property. A gravel parking lot would capture less heat than concrete or asphalt surfaces, thus producing less of a heat island effect than the standard paving materials. The configuration of the parking lot would be the same whether it is paved or gravel, therefore the functionality of the parking lot would be similar. The required parking lot landscaping (285 square feet) would augment the aesthetics of the current parking lot. The maintenance for a gravel parking lot is minimaL The proposed parking configuration would meet the objectives, safety, function, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by code requirements, based upon sound engineering judgment. In order to approve the modification, staff •• •• • September 29, 2008 Page 3 recommends the applicant submit a parking lot plan that shows the parking lot configuration along with the parking stall type, dimensions, location, wheel stops, and landscaping. Staff recommends that the applicant would be required to comply with the ADA standards within the parking lot where applicable as another condition for the modification. 2) Will not be injurious to other property(s) in the vicinity. The current use of the area for the proposed 19-stall gravel parking lot is a IS-stall gravel parking lot. The project would be configured to add four additional parking stalls (one ADA compliant and three standard size stalls), but the area of the parking lot would not be expanded. Therefore, the situation between the current area and pavement material (gravel) and the future area and pavement material (gravel) of the parking lot would not differ, except there would be more landscaping and slightly more traffic (up to 19 cars total) on Sunday between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Allowing this modification would not be injurious to the other properties in vicinity. 3) Couform to the intent and purpose of the Code. Renton Municipal Code requires that all off-street parking areas shall be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature approved by the Public Works Department. The project proposes to add another layer of gravel in lieu of paving. The proposal would conform to all other parking, loading and driveway regulations stated in RMC 4-4-080, except of the Marking Requirements, which the applicant request to be waived. In order to approve the modification, staff recommends that the applicant submit a sign plan to the Planning Division project manager, detailing placement for signage that would label all of the entrances and exits to the parking lot before issuance of a building permit. Another condition for modification approval would require the applicant to install wheel stops. The location of the wheel stops must be submitted on a parking plan prior to issuance of a building permit. The parking lot plan must also include the location and dimensioning of the parking stalls, wheel stops and landscaped areas. 4) Cau be shown to be justified and required for the use and situation intended. The proposed pavement material of gravel appears to be justified and required for the intended use, since the current use is a gravel parking lot and the proposed use is a gravel parking lot. Although the current parking lot can accommodate IS parking stalls, the proposed lot would be reconfigured to fit 19 parking spaces within the same area. 5) Will not create adverse impacts to other property(ies) in the vicinity. The current use of the proposed 19-stall gravel parking lot is a IS-stall gravel parking lot. The project would add four additional parking stalls (one ADA compliant and three standard size stalls), but the area of the parking lot would not be expanded. Therefore, the situation between the current area and pavement material (gravel) and the future area and pavement material (gravel) of the parking lot would not differ, except there would be more landscaping and a slight increase in automobile trips on Sunday mornings. Allowing this modification would not create adverse impacts to the other properties in vicinity -it would be a continuation of the current use. .. September 29, 2008 Page 4 Decision Parking lot standards require all off-street parking areas to be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature. The parking modification requests that the current gravel parking lot be retained and enhanced by additional landscaping. The applicant also requests that the Marking Requirements be waived. Requiring Markings on a gravel parking lot would be impractical and unsightly. Based on the preceding analysis, the parking modification and the waiver for Markings for St. Thomas Orthodox Church, proposed at 11651 SE 188 th Street, are approved with conditions. Conditions 1. The applicant must submit a parking lot plan, detailing location and dimension of parking spaces, landscaping, signage, and wheel stops prior to issuance of a building permit. 2. 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In addition to the shop, there are two residential buildings onsite, a 650 square foot guesthouse and a 1,600 square fRat single-family dwelling. Both residences would not be affected. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided off of 118" Avenue SE via private driveway to a gravel parking lot. Currently, the parking lot has a capacity of 14 standard parking stalls and one ADA compliant parking stall, but would be required to have 18 parking stalls with one ADA compliant parking stall. There are no critical areas onsite. A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS Element of the Probable Probable More Element of the Probable Probable More Environment Minor Major Information Environment Minor Major Information Impacts Impacts Necessary Impacts Impacts Necessary Earth Holt,!no Air Water , I Plants Land/Shoreline Use ~ Animals , Environmental Health Public SCNiees Energy/ Natur8/ Resources , 14:000 Fcct B. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS C. CODE-RELA TED COMMENTS We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or areas where additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal. City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET REVIEWING DEPARTMENT:l iOJ")c COMMENTS DUE: SEPTEMBER 29,2008 • APPLICATION NO: LUA08-102, CU-H DATE CIRCULATED: SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 APPLICANT: Babu & Mercy Parayil PLANNER: Ion Arai ... '".., PROJECT TITLE: St. Thomas Orthodox Church CUP PLAN REVIEWER: Arneta Henninqer .n SITE AREA: 48,351 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (qross): 4,281 squa~~~et I J 2008 LOCATION: 11651 SE 188'h Street PROPOSED BLDG AREA (qross) 4,281 lWlklOlilgeJ 1)1\11'0",,, I WORK ORDER NO: 77958 SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to a worship/study center. The existing shop is 1,960 square feet and the site area is 48,351 square feet. In addition to the shop, there are two residential buildings onsite, a 650 square foot guesthouse and a 1,600 square f~ot single-family dwelling. Both residences would not be affected. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided off of 118' Avenue SE via private driveway to a gravel parking lot. Currently, the parking lot has a capacity of 14 standard parking stalls and one ADA compliant parking stall, but would be required to have 18 parking stalls with one ADA compliant parking stall. There are no critical areas onsite. A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS Element of the Probable Probable More Element of the Probable Probable More Environment Minor Major Information Environment Minor Major Information Impacts Impacts Necessary Impacts Impacts Necessary Earth Housin Air Aesthetics Water Light/Glare Plants Recreation Land/Shoreline Use Utilities Animals Transportation Environmental Health Public Services Energy/ Historic/Cultural Natural Resources Preservation Airport Environment 10,000 Feel 14,000 Feet B. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS C. CODE-RELA TED COMMENTS We have reviewed this app/fcation with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or areas where additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal. Signature of Director or Authorized Representative Date City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: ?c:u-k.3 COMMENTS DUE: SEPTEMBER 29, 2008 APPLICATION NO: LUA08-102, CU-H DATE CIRCULATED: SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 APPLICANT: Babu & Mercy Parayil PLANNER: Ion Arai PROJECT TITLE: St. Thomas Orthodox Church CUP PLAN REVIEWER: Arneta Henninger SITE AREA: 48,351 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (gross): 4,281 square feet LOCATION: 11651 SE 1881h Street PROPOSED BLDG AREA (qross) 4,281 square feet I WORK ORDER NO: 77958 SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to a worship/study center. The existing shop is 1,960 square feet and the site area is 48,351 square feet. In addition to the shop, there are two residential buildings onsite, a 650 square foot guesthouse and a 1,600 square foot single-family dwelling. Both residences would not be affected. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided off of 118th Avenue SE via private driveway to a gravel parking lot. Currently, the parking lot has a capacity of 14 standard parking stalls and one ADA compliant parking stall, but would be required to have 18 parking stalls with one ADA compliant parking stall. There are no critical areas onsite. A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non.Code) COMMENTS Element of the Probable Probable More Element of the Probable Probable Mo," Environment Minor Major Information Environment Minor Major Information Impacts Impacts Necessary Impacts Impacts Necessary Earth HousinQ Air Aesthetics Water LiohUGlare Plants Recreation LandlS,Iwreline Use Utilities Animals Transportation Environmental Health Public Services Energyl Historic!Culfural Natural Resources Preservation A!(port EnVlfonmen( 1~JiOFCd 14 00 Feet V B. POLlCY·RELA TED COMMENTS C. CODE·RELA TED COMMENTS ;/Iuua/lUU)~ ~ /2Jh. 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(.. .. ,F'lJ c14a/lft"d /r ~<:;'/~OF:{ '6/' .(-c...-u <:::!~.n:;/If 4TJd. ?,-,..,c.{ /(-51 ;:}67 (c",...,,,.,....,er,.c,~. 7 //{"rik ~<',/ J usf Gv<'V"'--t fix: re/c--(" ,h/0~ //2'/1 S {,2 ~;.?< -/h S r /.:< C"l71--.J {A.; AJ 9' Jip.,-<j" City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICA TlON REVIb.VIt'( .. <S~~'!"fl REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: C l..JI,ob UL+lfYl COMMENTS DUE: SEPTEMBER 29, ... nno I; nMO APPLICATION NO: LUA08-102, CU-H DATE CIRCULATED: SEPTEMBER 15, 200~-' wuu APPLICANT: Babu & Mercy Parayil PLANNER: Ion Arai BUILDING DIVISION PROJECT TITLE: SI. Thomas Orthodox Church CUP PLAN REVIEWER: Arneta Henninqer SITE AREA: 48,351 sauare feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (aross): 4,281 sauare feet LOCATION: 11651 SE 188'h Street PROPOSED BLDG AREA (gross) 4,281 square feet WORK ORDER NO: 77958 SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to a worship/study center. The existing shop is 1,960 square feet and the site area is 48,351 square feet. In addition to the shop, there are two residential buildings onsite, a 650 square foot guesthouse and a 1,600 square f~ot single-family dwelling. Both residences would not be affected. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided off of 118t Avenue SE via private driveway to a gravel parking lot. Currently, the parking lot has a capacity of 14 standard parking stalls and one ADA compliant parking stall. but would be required to have 18 parking stalls with one ADA compliant parking stall. There are no critical areas onsite. A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS Element of the Probable Probable Mo," Element of the Probable Probable More Environment Minor Major Information Environment Minor Major Information Impacts Impacts Necessary Impacts Impacts Necessary Earth Housing Air Aesthetics Water Light/Glare Plants RecreatIOn Land/Shoreline Use Utilities Animals Transportation Environmenlal Health Public Services Energy/ Hlstonc/Cultural Natural Resources Preservation Airport Environment 10.000 Feet 14.000 Feet B. POLICY-RELA TED COMMENTS ;ViW6 C. CODE-RELA TED COMMENTS T/-ve jYtq"~--4f ( ./ ~-/,I"'~ /}o/L.U;t-C'J ( ~~~"--<--A""-"'<----'~ ~ ~ ;! ~ ~ ;z.;t; pc0~_ u6'c We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or areas where dditional information is needed to properly assess this proposal. Si e Date City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: 'Plan ?evieuJ COMMENTS DUE: SEPTEMBER 29,2008 APPLICATION NO: LUA08-102, CU-H DATE CIRCULATED: SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 APPLICANT: Babu & Mercy Parayil PLANNER: Ion Arai PROJECT TITLE: St. Thomas Orthodox Church CUP PLAN REVIEWER: Arneta Henninger nCl,t:IVtLJ SITE AREA: 48,351 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (gross): 4,281 squaSfil?et 1 5 2008 LOCATION: 11651 SE 188\' Street PROPOSED BLDG AREA (gross) 4,281 <m~m fp t I WORK ORDER NO: 77958 'J " ""'" SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to change the use of an existing mechanical shop to a worship/study center. The existing shop is 1,960 square feet and the site area is 48,351 square feet. In addition to the shop, there are two residential buildings onsite, a 650 square foot guesthouse and a 1,600 square f~ot single-family dwelling. Both residences would not be affected. Access to the worship/study center, would be provided off of 1181 Avenue SE via private driveway to a gravel parking lot. Currently, the parking lot has a capacity of 14 standard parking stalls and one ADA compliant parking stall, but would be required to have 18 parking stalls with one ADA compliant parking stall. There are no critical areas onsite. A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS Element of the Probable Probable More Element of the Probable Probable More Environment Minor Major Information Environment Minor Major Information Impacts Impacts Necessary Impacts Impacts Necessary Earth Houslnq Air Aesthetics Water Li htlG/are Plants RecreatIOn LandiS/lOre/inc Use Utilities Animals Transportation Environmental Health Public Services Energy! HistonclCufturaf Natural Resources Preservation Airport Environment 10,000 Feet 14,000 Feet B, POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS C. We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or areas where ad ona! information is nee d to properly assess this proposal. Signature of Director or Authorized Representative Date '. CITY OF RENTON DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNTY & E%ONOMIC DEVELOPMENT -PLANNING DIVISION AFFIDAVIT F SERVICE BY MAILING On the 15th day of September, 2008, I deposited in the mails of the United States, a sealed envelope containing Acceptance Letter & NOA documents. This information was sent to: Name Babu & Mercy Parayil George Thomas Surrounding Property Owners -NOA only (Signature of Sender); ~~ STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ) SS COUNTY OF KING ) Owner/Applicant Contact See attached I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that Stacy Tucker Representing signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. Dated: qjll,/OB Notary (Print):'---l~~~c...~~LU....c~n:b.?:",Q.,n."":'''':''''=~~---f~_ My appOintment expires: St. Thomas Orthodox Church Conditional Use Permit LUA08-102, CU-H 619780016207 BOUDON GLEN D+JOHANNA 211 7TH AVE S EDMONDS WA 98020 619840024100 EAGLESON JOYCE J 18842 118TH AVE SE RENTON WA 98058 619840006404 FEUERBORN MICHAEL J 21323 116TH AVE SE KENT WA 98031 619780018203 HOFFMAN MICHAEL J 11656 SE 188TH ST RENTON WA 98058 619780016108 LANCASTER CARTER F 11618 SE 188TH RENTON WA 98055 619840006503 NGUYEN HAN 18833 118TH AVE SE RENTON WA 98058 619840002007 PARAYIL BABU K+MARCY B 2314 127TH AVE NE BELLEVUE WA 98005 619840021809 RUSSELL FRANK 11823 SE 188TH RENTON WA 98056 619840004201 STREHLO STEPHEN C 11619 SE 188TH ST RENTON WA 98058 619840022104 CHRISTMAN DAVID J SR 11819 SE 188TH ST RENTON WA 98058 619840024704 EAGLESON JOYCE J 18842 118TH SE RENTON WA 98058 619840024308 GLOSTER DENNIS M 18838 118TH AVE SE RENTON WA 98055 619840022302 JOHNSON GARY L 11811 SE 188TH RENTON WA 98058 619780018005 LANNING KEVIN & LINDA 2100 LAKE WASHINGTON BLVD N #L- 101 RENTON WA 98056 619840002106 NHOEK VATHA 11641 SE 188TH ST RENTON WA 98058 619840022005 POWERS PATRICK & JANICE 11831 SE 188 ST RENTON WA 98055 619780034101 SMITH KATHLEEN S 11812 SE 188TH ST RENTON WA 98058 619780018401 TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 18652 116TH AVE SE RENTON WA 98058 619780034200 CHURCH MARION H 11804 SE 188TH ST RENTON WA 98058 619840026006 EAGLESON RANDOLPH G PO BOX 4156 RENTON WA 98057 619780030109 GUN DRAM TED A & BETTY P 11820 SE 188TH ST RENTON WA 98058 619840006602 KELLY MARION LEROY 18839 118TH AVE SE RENTON WA 98058 619780034002 MERYMAN ROY L 11828 SE 188TH ST RENTON WA 98058 619780018302 NUGENT MICHAEL D+PAMELA K 11642 SE 188TH ST RENTON WA 98058 619840004102 RAQUEL ARTEMIO ULEP+ADORACION H 19433 138TH AVE SE RENTON WA 98058 370960022009 SOUND BUILT HOMES INC PO BOX 73790 PUYALLUP WA 98373 619840028002 ZEMANEK GREG J 19003 120TH AVE SE RENTON WA 98058 /O-Z- City of Renton LAND USE PERMIT MASTER APPLICATION PROPERTY OWNER(S) PROJECT INFORMATION NAME: BABU & MERCY PARAYIL PROJECT OR DEVELOPMENT NAME: ST. THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH ADDRESS: 2314 1271h Ave NE PROJECT/ADDRESS(S)/LOCATION AND ZIP CODE: CITY: BELLEVUE ZIP: 98005 11651 188TH AVE SE. RENTON, WA 98058 TELEPHONE NUMBER: 206-835-5894 KING COUNTY ASSESSOR'S ACCOUNT NUMBER(S): APPLICANT (if other than owner) 6198400020 NAME: EXISTING LAND USE(S): Single Family(Res) COMPANY (if applicable): PROPOSED LAND USE(S): COMMERCIAL, Church ADDRESS: EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION: um CITY: ZIP: PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION (if applicable): TELEPHONE NUMBER EXISTING ZONING: R-4 CONTACT PERSON PROPOSED ZONING (if applicable): NAME: George Thomas SITE AREA (in square feet): 48,351 SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PUBLIC ROADWAYS TO BE COMPANY (if applicable): DEDICATED: NA SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PRIVATE ACCESS EASEMENTS: ADDRESS: 266 Harrington Ave SE NA PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DENSITY IN UNITS PER NET CITY: Renton ZIP: 98056 ACRE (if applicable): NA NUMBER OF PROPOSED LOTS (if applicable): NA TELEPHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS: (425) 358-0693; thgeorge@amazon.com NUMBER OF NEW DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): NA Q:web/pw/devserv/formslplanninglmasterapp.doc 08115/08 I I )JECTINFORMAT~I~O~N~(c~o~n~.=ue~d~) ____________ ~ NUMBER OF EXISTING DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): 2 SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if applicable): NA SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): 2377 SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED NON·RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if applicable): 1904 SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING NON·RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): NA NET FLOOR AREA OF NON· RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if applicable): 1904 NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES TO BE EMPLOYED BY THE NEW PROJECT (if applicable): 0 PROJECT VALUE: 45,000.00 IS THE SITE LOCATED IN ANY TYPE OF ENVIRONMENTALLY CRITICAL AREA, PLEASE INCLUDE SQUARE FOOTAGE (if applicable): NA o AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA ONE o AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA TWO o FLOOD HAZARD AREA o GEOLOGIC HAZARD o HABITAT CONSERVATION o SHORELINE STREAMS AND LAKES o WETLANDS ___ sq.ft. ___ sq.ft. ___ sq.ft. ___ sq.it. ___ sq.it. LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY (Attach leaal description on separate sheet with the following information included) SITUATE IN THE SW QUARTER OF SECTION _33_, TOWNSHIP _23_, RANGE_5_, IN THE CITY OF RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON. TYPE OF APPLICATION & FEES List all land use applications being applied for: 1. CUP 3. 2. 4. Staff will calculate applicable fees and postage: $ AFFIDAVIT OF OWNERSHIP I, (Print Name/s) _Babu & Mercy Parayil __ • declare that I am (please check one) _X_ the current owner of the property involved in this application or __ the authorized representative to act for a corporation (please attach proof of authorization) and that the foregoing statements and answers herein contained and the infonnation herewith are in all respects true and correct to the best of my knowled and be. lief., I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that +cM,uI.A-..LJIYll.M.,-/--w-:"'"'\J.jIL <::A C" b ",C C"O d ~ j~ (Signature of Owner/Representative) (Signature of OWner/Representative) Q:web/pw/devserv/formslplanninglmasterapp.doc signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/h uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. Notary (Print) CCCrbCD D. \\'\cKje My appointment eXPires: ___ 3.1I-J",d:::..94j-"dc~~'-"O,,-_~ I I 2 08115108 St. Thomas Orthodox Church 11651 SE 1881h St, Renton, WA 98058 Project Narrative Project Name: -St. Thomas Orthodox Church Location: -11651 SE 188th St, Renton, WA 98058 Parcel No: -6198400020 Building Size: -Existing building -1,960 SFT, No ch::lnge in final size. Lot Size: -1.12 Acres Property Owner: -Babu K. & Mercy B. Parayil, 2314 127th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98005 Required Land Use permits: - Conditional Use Permit -to use the existing mechanical shop as a worship/study centre. Building Permit-to upgrade the building for code compliances. Current Zoning: -Residential Low density; R-4 Current Use: -Single family dwelling Site features: -The site is flat and do not have any wetland or water bodies. Soil type and drainage conditions: -The soil type is alderwood gravelly sandy loam. The property is flat and there are no wetland or water bodies in or adjacent to the property. Existing V-ditches along the east (Se 118th ) and north side (188th ) of the property provides drainage of the property and the property does not have any drainage issues. Proposed use of property: Currently there are 3 buildings on the site. A 1600 SFT single family dwelling A 650 SFT guest house A 1960 SFT mechanical shed The proposal is to remodel the mechanical shed to be used as the worship/study center for the Orthodox Christians living in and around Seattle area. No changes to the single family dwelling unit or to the guest house. SI. Thomas Orthodox Church -Project N arrati ve 1 • Scope of work: Following is the extent of work proposed. Building (mechanical shed): The existing 56'x35' shop is a wood frame building with concrete floor, Metal roof, 18' height and have a total area of 1960 SFT. The interior height is 12' below the ceiling. The building will be remodeled with restroom facility and upgraded to meet code requirements. There will not be any fill or removal of material from the construction site. The building height will remain as the same 18' and will not obstruct views of any neighbors. Fire protection: Smoke detectors will be placed in the buildings and the building will be equipped with a minimum of 2 fire extinguishers. The existing fire hydrant is 100 ft away from the proposed building. Heating: Electrical space heaters will be provided to adequately heat the space. Plumbing: Presently there is no plumbing work in the building. Two restrooms, one for men and another one for women with adequate stalls with ADA accessibility will be added. Another addition will be a small kitchen with only reheating capability. Electrical systems: The building has separate power 120/240V Power panel supplied by the Puget power. Lighting will be enhanced to meet 25-35 fc inside the building. Doors: Wooden or Metal doors will be provided. One of the access doors will have ramp for ADA compliance. Windows: Double paneled vinyl windows. Flooring: Flooring will be carpeted. Seating: Seating capacity of the worship area is for 90 people. The current attendance is about 60. Our plan to have worship/study on Sundays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon. Water System: Presently there is no water connection to the shop building. The water line will be extended to the building along SE118'h Ave. Soos Creek water district is the water provider and has approved this water connection. St. Thomas Orthodox Church -Project Narrative 2 , Sanitary Sewer Systems: The shop does not have any sewer connection. The Soos Creek water and sewer district has approved connection to the existing sewer system and the sewer extension is along 11sth Ave. Access: The access to the proposed building is from SE 1ssth St via the. No new work, only enhancement is proposed for the existing access road and driveway. Parking: There is an existing gravel parking lot. The parking area shown next to the shop requires an additional layer of gravel. There are 15 parking stalls available, one will be designated as ADA parking. Proposed off-site improvements: Sewer, water and fire line will be extended along 11Sth Ave SE. Landscaping: Adequate landscaping will be provided to the surrounding of the church building. There are 6' evergreen trees on the east side of the property along SE 11Sth and there is no plan to remove anyone of this. The trunk diameter of these trees varies from 6" to 12". There will not be any fill or excavation at the project site. Property Value: Total estimated construction cost for the building improvement is $45,000. This does not include the sewer and water extension. When complete the estimated fair market value of the property will be approximately $500,000. Building Height: The existing building height 24-feet and is below the 35-feet building height standard. St. Thomas Orthodox Church -Project Narrative 3 • . . Pre-application meeting for the ST. THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH PRE 07-101 City of Renton Development Services Division December 20, 2007 ':ontact information Planner: Andrea Petzel (425) ".00-7270 Public Works Plan Reviewer: Arneta Henninger (425) 430-7298 Fire Department Reviewer: David Pargas, (425) 430-7023 Building Department Reviewer: Craig Burnell, (425) 430-7290 Please retain this packet throughout the course of your project as a reference. Consider giving copies of it to any engineers, architects and contractors who work on the project. Pre-screening: When you have the project ready for submittal, have it pre-screened before making all of the required copies. The pre-ilppliciltion meeting is informill ilnd non-binding. The comments provided on the proposal are based on the codes and policies in effect at the time of review. The applicant is cautioned that the development regulations are amended at times, and the proposal will be formally reviewed under the regulations in effect at the time of formal project submittal. The information contained In this summary is subject to modification and/or concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Zoning Administrator, Public Works Administrator, and City Council). DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: FIRE DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM December 13, 2007 Andrea Petzel, Assistant Planner David Pargas, Assistant Fire Marshal St Thomas Orthodox -Pre-AppUcatioD Upon review of the plan and material on the St Thomas Orthodox Pre -Application I have determined that the following fire code requirements shall need to be met for this project. The following Fire Code comments are as follows: 1. The ability to use this facility as Assembly occupancy shall be dependent on a change of use or Conditional use being approved. 2. If the proposed fire sprinkIers are installed, it shall be installed as in accordance with National fire Protection Association Standard 13. 3. If the proposed fire alarm system is installed, it shall be installed as in accordance with National Fire Protection Association Standard 72. 4. Exiting shall comply with Chapter 10 of the 2006 International Fire Code. This building shall require 2 exits, panic hatdware and be located Y.. the diagonal distance from each other. 5. Additional exiting requirements may need to be met. 6. Placement of a minimum of 2 Fire Extinguishers shall be required. ,7. Kitchen Commercial Type I Hood with a Hood suppression system may be required. 8. Fire Flow may be re-evaluated if going to commercial usage. Any questions or concerns regarding the Pre-Application review comments may be directed to Assistant Fire Marsha~ David Pargas at 425-430-7023. -.. J: i:\City memoslO7 pre app memos"t thomas onhodox pre·app memo.do< DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: CITY OF RENTON PLANNING/BUILDING/PUBLIC WORKS MEMORANDUM December 19, 2007 Andrea Petzel Arneta Henninger X7298 ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN CENTRE PREAPPUCATION PRE 07-101 11651 SE 188TH ST NOTE ON PRELIMINARY REVIEW COMMENTS CONTAINED IN THIS REPORT: The following comments on development and permitting Issues are based on the pre- application submittals made to the City of Renton by the applicant. The applicant is cantioned that Information contained In this summary may be subject to mOdification and/or concurrence by official decision makers (e.g. Hearing Examiner, Boards of Adjustment, Board ofPnblic Works and City CounCil). Review comments may also need to be revised based on site planning and otber design changes required by the City or made by tbe applicant. I have completed my review on this preapplication located in Section 32, Township 23N, Range 5E and have the following comments. WATER: • This project is not located in the Aquifer Protection Zone. • The project site is located in Soos Creek water service area. • The applicant shall apply for a Certificate of Water Availability from Soos Creek (253-630- 9900) to confirm that the District can provide the required fire flow rate for the development as required by Renton code. / • An fire hydrants must be capable of delivering a minimum of 1,000 GPM and be constructed and/or upgraded to City of Renton standards and shan be located within 150 feet of the structure and additional hydrants (also capable of delivering a minimum of 1,000 GPM) within 300 feet of the structure. This distance is measured along the travel route. The number of additional hydrants required is dependent on the calculated fireflow. SANITARY SEWER: • The applicant shall apply for a Certificate of Sewer Availability from Soos Creek (253-630- 9900) to confirm that the District can provide the required sewer service for the development as required by Renton code. STREET IMPROVEMENTS: • This project may be required to do any street improvements for this site. Per the City code if the new construction exceeds $50,000 then the application shan be required to install certain off site improvements, including but not limited to water, sewer, storm and street. The SI Thomas Orthodox P plicalion 11651 SE 1 88th SI minimum level of street improvements required depends upon the project size as listed in the code book. The project size listed shall be for square footage of new building andlor addition to existing buildings. • This project may be required to install additional street lights for this site. All street lighting shall be designed and installed per City of Renton standards and specifications. STORM DRAINAGE: • A conceptual drainage plan and report is required to be submitted with the formal application for the project. • There are no stonn drainage facilities in this area. • The Surface Water SOC fees arc $0.249 (but not less than S71S) per square foot ofnew impervious area. These fees arc scheduled for an increase in January, 2008. These fees are collected at the time a construction permit is issued. GENERAL: • All required utility, drainage and street improvements will require separate plan submittals prepared according to City of Renton drafting standards by a licensed Civil Engineer. • All civil engineering plans shall be tied into a minimum of two of the City of Renton cwrent Horizontal and Vertic:al Control network. • Permit application must include an itemized cost estimate for these improvements. Half of the fee must be paid upon application for building and construction pcnnits, and the remainder when the pcnnits arc issued. There may be additional fees for water service related expenses. See Drafting Standards. «, Kaynn It. 101- 1:\l'roje<tsISTTHOMASCENTREPA.doc\cor - P"" .. , ,-, t4~ · . CITY OF RENTON Planninw'BuildinglPublic Works MEMORANDUM DATE: December 20, 2007 ,TO: Pre·Application File No, 07·101 FROM: Andrea Petzel, Associate Planner, x7270 SUBJECT: St. Thomas Orthodox Church 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 andlor concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Zoning Administrator, Development Services Director, Public Works Administrator, 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 $50.00 plus tax, from the Finance Division on the first floor of City HaU or on the City's website www.rentonwa.gQv. Project Proposal: The applicant proposes to develop a church in the recent Benson Hill annexation area (to be effective March 1,2008). The one-acre site is located in the R-8 ZOne and currently has one single- family home, a guesthouse, and a large mechanical shed. The applicant proposes to remodel the shed for use as a worship/study center on Sunday mornings from 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Zoning Requirements: The subject site is located within the Residential-8 (R-8) zoning designation. The proposed church use is pennitted as a conditional use granted by the Hearing Examiner and is to comply with the requirements of the R-8 zone, Development Standards: The subject site is currently developed with an existing structure along with associated parking and utility improvements. . Building Requirements: The proposed change of use would require the existing structure to be brought into compliance with aU Fire Safety and Building Occupancy requirements. Any changes to the structure must comply with all 2005 International Codes and 2005 NEC for intended occupancy. AccessiParklng: Access to the structure is from existing driveways off SE 188" Street, and possibly from 118" Avenue SE. Any change to the driveway is to comply with the driveway desigo standards of RMC4-4-080l, Parking regulations require a specific number of off-street parking stalls based on the amount of square footage dedicated to specific uses. Parking requirements may be based on one of the following uses: Religious Institutions: 1 for each 5 seats in the main auditorium, however, in no case shall there be less than 10 spaces. For all existing institutions enlarging the seating capacity of their auditoriums, I additional parking space shall be provided for each 5 additional seats provided by the new construction. For all institutions making structural alterations Or additions, which do not increase the seating capacity of the auditorium, see "outdoor and indoor sports arenas, auditoriums, stadiums, movie theaters, and entertainment clubs". A parking analysis Including the number of seats proposed for the congregation as well as the number of parking spaces available within the existing surface lot shall be provided with the formal land Ilse application. Critical Areas: There does not appear to be any critical areas in the vicinity of the project site. Permit Requirements: The proposal would require approval of a Hearing Examiner Conditional Use permit. The review process would require a public hearing and would be completed in an estimated time frame of 6·8 weeks once a complete application is accepted. The application fee for the Hearing Examiner Conditional Use would be $2,000. Detailed information regarding the land use application submittal is provided in the attached handouts. IE the project exceeds 4,000 square feet or 19 parking stalls, Environmental Review (SEPA) will be required. Conditional Use Criteria: In order to obtain approval of a conditional use and expansion of the conditional use, the proposal must satisiY specific criteria. The purpose of a conditional use pennit is to allow certain uses in districts from which they are normally prohibited. The evaluation of the proposed use must be deemed consistent with other existing and potential uses within the general area of the site. It Is the applicant's responsibility to adequately demomtrate the facts Justifying the approval of the conditional use permit based on the use'. complltlbllity with ALL of the following criteria (RMC section 4-9-03OG): • Comprehensive Plan • Traffic • Community Need • Noise, Glare • Effect on Adjacent Properties, including lot • Landscaping coverage, yards and height • Accessory Uses • Compatibility • Conversion • Parking • Public Improvements The criteria listed above must be clearly and thoroughly substantiated. Staff examines the existing uses located adjacent to the subject site when evaluating the conditional use criteria. It is the burden of the applicant to demonstrate that this site is appropriate for the use proposed. It is important to note that staff is only able to make a recommendation and that the Hearing Examiner makes the final decision for a conditional use permit. A handout listing aU of the City's Development related fees in attached for your review. ce: Jennifer HeMing Preappiication Meeting -St. Thomas Orthodox Church Page 2 ol2 , \ CUP Justification CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION St. Thomas Orthodox Church 11651 SE 188th St. Renton, Wa 98058 RESPONSES to No.7. c A. Comprehensive Plan: The proposed use shall be compatible with the general purpose, goals, objectives and standards of the comprehensive plan, the zoning ordinance and any other plan, program, map or ordinance of the City of Renton. The proposed project is to obtain Conditional Use Permit for remodeling an existing building to use as a church. No new structures are proposed. The zoning of the site is R-4 SO. RMC section 4-2-060 "Zoning Use table" allows "Religious Institutions" in the R-4 zoning. The project complies with setbacks, maximum height and minimum lot size. B. Community Need: There shall be a community need for the proposed use at the proposed location. In the determination of community need, the reviewing official shall consider the following factors among all other relevant information: 1. The proposed location shall not result in either the detrimental overconcentration of a particular use within the City or within the immediate area of the proposed use. The church facility will provide convenient, local opportunities for the residents of the suurounding area to attend church services. The church services are on Sunday mornings. The Service usually lasts for 3 hours and a maximum of 50 people attend the service. There will be no increase in traffic compared to weekday peak traffic volumes in the neighborhood or surrounding area.The total traffic volume generated will be ten to fifteen cars on Sunday. 2. The proposed location is suited for the proposed use. The project area is about 1.1 acre and is rectangular in shape with easy access to 188th St. The site is mostly flat and there is no sensitive areas on the site. C. Effect on Adjacent Properlies: The proposed use at the proposed location shall not result in substantial or undue adverse effects on adjacent properly. The building is away from the main street and higher setbacks and existing trees lessen the visible effect Of the chL!rch to the neighboring properties and the street. In addition the reviewing official shall also consider the following items when analyzing the application. • Compatibility: The proposed use shall be compatible with the residential scale and character of the neighborhood. The project is to remodel an existing building of 1960 8FT. The exterior works include painting and placement of a wooden cross on the east side of the wall which will be screened by the existing trees. The existing perimeter landscaping screens the building and the parking lot. Benson elementary school and the Presbyterian Church are in close proximity to the proposed project. The proposed changes will in no way affect the permitted development or use of neighboring properties. • Parking: Parking under the building structure should be encouraged. Lot coverage may be increased to as much as 75% of the lot coverage requirement of the zone in which the proposed use is located if all parking is provided underground or within the structure. Parking under the building structure is not planned. Currently there is 10 graveled parking stalls. Proposal is to enhance the existing parking lot and add another 5 stalls with one ADA parking. With the minimal and occasional use of the parking, we request the city to allow us to keep the parking lot as a graveled surface. The existing bushes and trees will provide screening of the parking lot. The project meets the parking ratios and ADA parking standards set forth in RMC code 4-4-080. • Traffic: Traffic and circulation patterns of vehicles and pedestrians relating to the proposed use and surrounding area shall be reviewed for potential effects on, and to ensure safe movement in, the surrounding area. 116th Ave S. E. is the principal arterial close to the project and it is about 600 ft. west of the project. The direct access to the site is from 188th St. and through the private road, 118th Ave SE. We expecet 10 to 15 cars that will come and go at various times during the 3 hour Sunday service. This small increase in Sunday traffic is almost the same as the week day traffic and will not have any effect on the existing traffic patterns or pedestrian movements in the area. • Noise, Glare: Potential nOise, light and glare impacts shall be evaluated based on the location of the proposed use on the lot and the location of on-site parking areas, outdoor recreational areas and refuse storage areas. The Sunday service will generate only minimal noise and this will be confined within the closed dors of the church. There is no plan to light the parking area, since we will not have any activities in the night time. The outside building lights will be on photocell with motion sensor. So the noise, light and glare impacts are minimal to none. • Landscaping: Landscaping shall be provided in all areas not occupied by buildings or paving. The Hearing Examiner may require additional landscaping to buffer adjacent properties from potentially adverse effects of the proposed use. Most of the pervious surface are covered by grass. The existing pine trees, evergreen bush and privacy plants and flower beds cover 3/4th of the project area. The landscaping lessen the church and parking are visibilty from the street and the adjacent neighbors. • Accesso!}' Uses: Accesso!}' uses to conditional uses such as day schools, auditoriums used for social and sport activities, health centers, convents, preschool facilities, convalescent homes and others of a similar nature shall be considered to be separate uses and shall be subject to the provisions of the use district in which they are located. There will not be any accessory use for the building. The place is strictly for Sunday worship. • Conversion: No existing building or structure shall be converted to a conditional use unless such building or structure complies, or is brought into compliance, with the development standards. The proposed building modification will meet all building codes and development standard as given in RMC 4-2-11 OA. • Public Improvements: The proposed use and location shall be adequately served by and not impose an undue burden on any public improvements, facilities, utilities and services. Approval of a conditional use permit may be conditioned upon the provision and/or guarantee by the applicant of necessary public improvements, facilities, utilities and/or services. The existing public facilities that will serve this project include the adjacent public roadway and nearby intersections, emergency services for fire and police protection, public water, electric service, sewer and natural gas. None of these existing systems will experience adverse impacts from the proposed project. The project has obtained water and serwer extension from sooscreek water district. Telephone, gas and electricity are already availble at the site. The project has very minimal impact on roadways and intersection since it brings only about 10-15 cars on Sunday mornings. • Lot Coverage: Lot coverage in residential districts (SF and MR) shall not exceed fifty percent of the lot coverage of the zone in which the proposed use is to be located. Lot coverage in all other zones shall conform to the requirements of the zone in which the proposed use is to be located. There is no new construction at the proposed site; the only changes are to the interiors of an existing structure and the lot coverage is well within the required limits. • Yards: Yards shall conform to the requirements of the zone in which the proposed use is to be located. Additions to the structure shall not be allowed in any required yard There is no new addition to the existing structure. The only changes are to the interiors of the existing structure. All yard and setback requirements are followed. • Height: Building and structure heights shall conform to the requirements of the zone in which the proposed use is to be located. Spires, belltowers, public utility antennas or similar structures may exceed the height requirement upon approval of a variance. There is no change to the height of the existing buidling. The hight of the building is 22' including the proposed small wooden cross on the roof. The allowed building height at this location is 35'. The set backs and the trees leesen the visibility of the building from the street and from the neighbors. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION St. Thomas Orthodox Church 11651 SE 188th St. Renton, WA 98058 RESPONSES to No. 28 Traffic Study A Traffic Study was conducted at the proposed site, and the following observations were made. 1161h Ave S.E. is the principal arterial close to the project and it is about 600 ft. west of the project. The direct access to the site is through the private road, 1181h Ave SE, which is connected to S.E. 188th St. and this street is along the north front of the project. The table shows the traffic flow on 1881h St. 7AM to 10 10AM to 3PM 3PM -6 PM Total AM Week Day 16 15 16 47 Week End 10 12 12 34 The Holy Mass is conducted once a week on Sunday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. The Mass always starts with an hour of morning prayers and members come at various times in this period. After the mass, there is Sunday school and some of the members stay to attend. So, the scattered arrival and departure of the members will not produce any sudden high volume traffic patterns and will be comparable to the weekday peak traffic volumes in the neighborhood and surrounding area. Also, the total traffic volume generated will be ten to fifteen cars on Sunday. In conclusion, the project will not ~roduce any substantial changes in the traffic pattern on 1881h St or on 1161 Ave SE. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION St. Thomas Orthodox Church 11651 SE 188th st. Renton, WA 98058 RESPONSES to No. 28 Construction Mitigation Upon issuance of all associated building permits, we anticipate a construction schedule of 100 days. €' S- We anticipate construction to be performed Monday thru Friday frorr7am to;Vpm. Transportation is through the private road, 118 th Ave SE, which is connected to S.E. 188 th St. and this street is along the north front of the project. Construction mitigation activities: • Since majority of the construction activity involves graveling for the parking lot, site watering will be used in dust and noise reduction. • If needed, a fil ter fabric fence will be placed and the limits of all site disturbances will be clearly marked on the site, prior to any construction activity. • We do not anticipate erosion issues as the site is relatively flat, however we intend to implement all erosion control measures as dictated by the city of Renton municipal code. • Any exposed soil will be planted with vegetation to avoid any future erosion • All drainage facilities will be maintained during construction for proper operation. • Our contractor will control construction hours to mitigate construction noise. • After recording return to: SABU K. PARAYIL 2314 127TH AVE NE BELLEVUE. WA 98005 E2060280 :t:.r=':l' TAX _14. .14 ULI tz7Z, .M PAGlHl OF III Legal Descr1ptlon (abbreviated): E 1/2 TRACT 1. BL. 1. NORTl1WESTl:RN GARDEN TRACTS. DIV. N. 4 Additional Legal on page: Assessor's Tax Parcel ID#: 6198400020 I RRd(J)7CA7/ J STATUTORY WARRANTY DEED "') l.tJtP Tl1E GRANTOR(S) LUCI~FISCHER, 0 olngle p .... on. for and In consideration "Wen ($10.00) Dollars and other good and yaluable consideration In hand paid, conveys and warrants to BABU K. PARA YlL, • malTled mon, I. hi. oeplrlte property the following descrtbed real estate. sttuated In the COunty of King, State of W .... lngton: Tl1E EAST HALF OF TRACT liN BLOCK 1 OF NORTl1WESTl:RN GARDEN TRACTS. DMSION NO.4, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 47 OF PLATS, PAGE 74. RECORDS OF KING COUNTY AUDITOR; SITUAlE IN Tl1E COUNTY OF KING. STAlE OF WASHINGTON. Subject to; Those Items specifically set forth on Exhibit ~A" attached hereto. Dated: July 23. 2004 SELLER: State of lliiliSlllogl~./ -il.'-__ ~' before me personally appeared to me known to be the IndlYldual(s) described In and who executed the within and foregoing Instrument, and acknowledged that S J"L signed the same as be v-free and voluntary act and deed for the use and purposes therein mentioned, Glv und m and and official seal the day and year last above written, Statutory Warranty Deed LPB-10 (7/97) TRANSNATION TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY Exhibit A EASEMENT AND lliE TERMS AND CONDmDNS lliEREOF: PURPOSE: AREA AFFECTED: RECORDING NO.: ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION AND DISTRlBUTION LlNE A PORTION OF SAID PREMISES 3728997 EASEMENT AND TIiE TERMS AND CONDmONS TIiEREOF: GRANTEE: HAROLD L OLlVER AND BERNICE OLlVER, HIS WIFE PURPOSE: A DRIVEWAY AND ENlRY WAY AREA AFFECTED: TIiE EAST 3D FEET RECORDED: OCTOBER 08, 1963 RECORDING NO.: 5648307 EASEMENT AND TIiE TERMS AND CONDmONS TIiEREOF: GRANTEE: PURPOSE: AREA AFFECTED: RECORDED: RECORDING NO.: MARION LEROY KELLY AND DENISE E. KELLY, HIS WIFE A DRIVEWAY AND ENlRY AND FOR TIiE PURPOSE OFTIiE INSTALLATION OF A WATER MAIN ALONG AND UNDER TIiE SAID 3D FEET ABOVE DESCRIBED A PORTION OF SAID PREMISES MARCH 02, 1960 5136744 EASEMENT AND TIiE TERMS AND CONDmONS TIiEREOF: GRANTEE: DONALD R. RAY AND MARIE D. RAY, HIS WIFE PURPOSE: A DRIVEWAY AND ENlRY WAY AND FOR TIiE INSTAULATION OF AREA AFFECTED: RECORDED: RECORDING NO.: A WATER MAIN TIiE EAST 3D FEET OF TRACT 1 AND TIiE NORTIi 'h OF LOT 3 MARCH 02, 1960 5136743 EASEMENT AND THE TERMS AND CQNDmONS ntEREOF: GRANTEE: PURPOSE: AREA AFFECTED: RECORDED: RECORDING NO.: GEORGE L SMI1H AND MARLYN J. SMI1H, HIS WIFE A DRIVEWAY AND ENlRY WAY AND FOR lliE INSTAULATION OF A WATER MAIN lliE EAST 3D FEET OF LOT 1 AND OlliER PROPERTY JULY 09, 1959 5054238 AGREEMENT AND lliE TERMS AND CONDmONS lliEREOF: RECORDED: RECORDING NO.: REGARDING: APRIL 25, 1974 7404250236 ROAD MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT ALL CDVENANTS, CONDmDNS, RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATIONS, EASEMENTS OR OlliER SERVITUDES, IF ANY, DISCLOSED BY lliE RECORDED PLAT OF NORlliWESTERN GARDEN TRACTS, DMSION NO.4. lliIS POLlCY DOES NOT INSURE lliATlliE LAND DESCRIBED IN SCHEDULE A IS BENEFITED BY EASEMENTS, COVENANTS OR OlliER APPURTENANCES SHOWN DN lliE PLAT OR SURVEY TO BENEFIT OR BURDEN REAL PROPERTY OUTSIDE lliE BOUNDARIES OF SAID LAND. MATTERS SET FORTIi BY SURVEY: RECORDED: RECORDING NO.: DISCLOSES: SEPTEMBER 02, 1988 8809029001 LOCATION OF EASEMENT AND GRAVEL ROAD MEMORANDUM OF LEASE ASSIGNMENT AND TIiE TERMS AND CONDmONS lliEREOF: LESSOR: LESSEE: FOR A TERM OF: YEAR DATED: RECORDED: RECORDING NO.: RUDOLPH AND LUCILDA FISCHER NEXTEL WEST CORP., F/KIA DNECOMM CORPORATION, N. A. 5 YEARS COMMENCING ON lliE EARLlER OF lliE START OF CONSlRUCTION OR DECEMBER 01, 1997 AND TERMINATING NOVEMBER 30, 2002, W!TIi FIVE (5) SUCCESSIVE FIVE (5) OPTIONS TO RENEW NOVEMBER 10, 1997 DECEMBER 16, 1997 9712160801 " -+-1 ", 1 Ii L l7 ~ I. I \JORSHIP HALL C"l.J r 'I I , i i I MECHANICAL ROOM iLJ BREAK ROOM \ I ) ,-- I z r-"-') L ~ w r-15_3 :r: U ( ~ t: -r-') i '" i I -RESTROOM I .. u --~- EXHIBIT 3 I," t SCAli: 1/8",,1·-0" " t.(JT(, I-I!J C(I]I<ING IN KITCHEN, ONLY IIE,o,IiEATl"lG, 1/8'=1' sr.:? --~ ?~.,;.- 5 0 5 10 15 20 scale feet Sf. THO~AS ORTHODOX CHURCH 11651 SE 188TH ST. RENTON. WA 98058 CHURCH FLOOR PLAN EXISTING METAL ROOF SHEET METAL GUTTER, TYP DO'w'NSPOUT, TYP 'w'INDO'w' 4'X4', TYP ":f'l 1'1 11'1 1'1 j II 11'1 If II i'I'I 1'116 II i'I'I 1'1 11'1 'I Ifmtr:::::,:, ::'",':",~ m 35'-0' NORTH ELEVATION -188TH ST DOOR, 4'XT, TYP II IJINDD'w' 4'X2', TYP m lIT lIT m m 40'-0' 56'-O''=======:::I-----~ ELEVATION -wEST SIDE EXHIBIT 4 ELEVA TION -SOUTH SIDE I i. 40'-0' 56'-0'· t ELEVATION -118TH AVE 1I8'~1' S(:' 5 a 5 10 ~IL .20 ,,---- 5~ole feet ST. THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH 1'651 SE IBBTH ST, RENTON, WA 9B05B CHURCH ELEVATiONS 1 12'-0' SCALE: 1/&";1-0· • Denis Law, Mayor September 29,2008 Thomas George S1. Thomas Orthodox Church 266 Harrington Avenue SE Renton, W A 98056 Wf+qHCi- CIT-OF RENTON Department of Community and Economic Development Alex Pietsch, Administrator EXHIBIT 5 SUBJECT: PARKING MODIFICATION REQUEST FOR ST THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH -11651188TH AVENUE SE Dear Mr. George, The City of Renton is in receipt of your request of September24th for a parking modification regarding the proposed Change of Use on property located at 11651 188 th Avenue SE. The following summarizes your request, project background, analysis, and decision. Summary of Request The project contact, Oeorge Thomas, has requested a parking modification from RMC 4-4- 080G.I, Surfacing Requirements for Parking Areas and to waive the requirements from RMC 4-4-0800.3, Marking Requirements, for the proposed St. Thomas Orthodox Church project (LUA08-102). The modification has been requested in order to use a different surfacing material for the parking lot than required by code. The subject site is zoned Residential-4 (R-4) and is located on a 48,351 square foot lot. City Code requires that all off-street parking areas shall be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a pennanent nature approved by the Public Works Department. City Code also dictates that all parking areas other than those for single- family residential and duplex dwelling shall have stalls marked and access lanes clearly defined, including directional arrows to guide internal circulation. All entrances and exits shall be designated as such by markings on the parking lot pavement in addition to any sign which maybe used as entrance and exit guides. All markings are to be of commercial traffic paint or equal material and are to be maintained in a legible condition. All accessible, compact and guest parking space shall be marked. The modification requests that instead of paving the parking lot, the applicant would be allowed to add an additional layer of gravel and retain the existing gravel parking lot. Section 4-4-080Fd allows the Development Services Division to grant modifications from the parking standards for individual cases provided that the modification meets the following criteria (pursuant to RMC 4-9-250D2): -------------I-O-5S--S0-u-th-G-r-ad-y-W--ay---R-e-n-to-n,-w--M-h-in-~-on--9-80-S-7-------------~ * This paper contains 50% recycled material, 30% post consumer AHEAD 01' THE CURVE September 29, 2008 Page 2 a. Will meet the objectives and safety, junction, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by the Code requirements, based upon sound engineeringjudgment; and b. Will not be injurious to other property(s) in the vicinity; and c. Conform to the intent and purpose of the Code; and d. Can be shown to be justified and required for the use and situation intended; and, e. Will not create adverse impacts to other property(ies) in the vicinity. Backgrouud The subject proposal would result in the change of use of a portion of a residential site into religious institution facility. The property is located at 11651 SE I 88 th Street. The site is zoned Residential-4 (R-4). The proposal would remodel the interior of a 1,960 square foot workshop building into a religious facility to be used for religious services. The development standards require the project to have 19 parking stalls (including at least one American Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant stall) and that the parking be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature as approved by the Public Works Department. The parking lot would only be used for religious services that usually last three hours from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and would service approximately 10-to IS-cars during this time. Analysis 1) Will meet the objectives and safety, function, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by the Code requirements, based upon sound engineering judgment. The proposal intends to continue using an existing gravel parking lot, except the parking lot would have to be reconfigured to add three standard sized parking stalls and one additional ADA compliant stall for a total of 19 stalls. The gravel parking lot would meet all of the other Code related objectives and safety standards that would apply to a paved parking lot such as stall dimensioning, drive aisle widths, maximum parking lot slopes, and driveway requirements. The environmental protection, function, appearance, and maintainability would meet the other Code requirements as well. Keeping the gravel parking lot would reduce the amount of new impervious surfaces added to the property. A gravel parking lot would capture less heat than concrete or asphalt surfaces, thus producing less of a heat island effect than the standard paving materials. The configuration of the parking lot would be the same whether it is paved or gravel, therefore the functionality of the parking lot would be similar. The required parking lot landscaping (285 square feet) would augment the aesthetics of the current parking lot. The maintenance for a gravel parking lot is minimal. The proposed parking configuration would meet the objectives, safety, function, appearance, environmental protection and maintainability intended by code requirements, based upon sound engineering judgment. In order to approve the modification, staff September 29,2008 Page 3 recommends the applicant submit a parking lot plan that shows the parking lot configuration along with the parking stall type, dimensions, location, wheel stops, and landscaping. Staff recommends that the applicant would be required to comply with the ADA standards within the parking lot where applicable as another condition for the modification. 2) Will not be injurious to other property(s) in the vicinity. The current use of the area for the proposed 19-sta11 gravel parking lot is a 15-stall gravel parking lot. The project would be configured to add four additional parking stalls (one ADA compliant and three standard size stalls), but the area of the parking lot would not be expanded. Therefore, the situation between the current area and pavement material (gravel) and the future area and pavement material (gravel) of the parking lot would not differ, except there would be more landscaping and slightly more traffic (up to 19 cars total) on Sunday between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Allowing this modification would not be injurious to the other properties in vicinity. 3) Conform to the intent and purpose of the Code. Renton Municipal Code requires that all off-street parking areas shall be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature approved by the Public Works Department. The project proposes to add another layer of gravel in lieu of paving. The proposal would conform to all other parking, loading and driveway regulations stated in RMC 4-4-080, except of the Marking Requirements, which the applicant request to be waived. In order to approve the modification, staff recommends that the applicant submit a sign plan to the Planning Division project manager, detailing placement for signage that would label all of the entrances and exits to the parking lot before issuance of a building permit. Another condition for modification approval would require the applicant to install wheel stops. The location of the wheel stops must be submitted on a parking plan prior to issuance of a building permit. The parking lot plan must also include the location and dimensioning of the parking staUs, wheel stops and landscaped areas. 4) Can be shown to be justified and required for the use and situation intended. The proposed pavement material of gravel appears to be justified and required for the intended use, since the current use is a gravel parking lot and the proposed use is a gravel parking lot. Although the current parking lot can accommodate 15 parking stalls, the proposed lot would be reconfigured to fit 19 parking spaces within the same area. 5) Will not create adverse impacts to other property(ies) in the vicinity. The current use of the proposed 19-stall gravel parking lot is a 15-stall gravel parking lot. The project would add four additional parking stalls (one ADA compliant and three standard size stalls), but the area of the parking lot would not be expanded. Therefore, the situation between the current area and pavement material (gravel) and the future area and pavement material (gravel) ofthe parking lot would not differ, except there would be more landscaping and a slight increase in automobile trips on Sunday mornings. Allowing this modification would not create adverse impacts to the other properties in vicinity -it would be a continuation of the current use. September 29, 2008 Page 4 Decision Parking lot standards require all off-street parking areas to be paved with asphaltic concrete, cement or equivalent material of a permanent nature. The parking modification requests that the current gravel parking lot be retained and enhanced by additional landscaping. The applicant also requests that the Marking Requirements be waived. Requiring Markings on a gravel parking lot would be impractical and unsightly. Based on the preceding analysis, the parking modification and the waiver for Markings for St. Thomas Orthodox Church, proposed at 11651 SE 188th Street, are approved with conditions. Conditions 1. The applicant must submit a parking lot plan, detailing location and dimension of parking spaces, landscaping, signage, and wheel stops prior to issuance of a building permit. 2. The applicant must submit a sign plan, for approval by the Planning Division project manager, detailing placement for signs that would label all entrances and exits of the parking lot before issuance of a building permit. 3. The applicant must install wheel stops for each parking stall. The location of the wheel stops must be submitted on a parking plan prior to issuance of a building permit. 4. The applicant must comply with the required ADA standards within the parking lot where applicable. 5. The applicant must comply with all other parking, loading and driveway regulations stated in RMC 4-4-080, except of the Marking Requirements. If you have questions regarding this correspondence, feel free to contact Ion Arai at (425) 430-7270. Sincerely, ~ur~ ~. ~~~LYcJ Neil Watts, D~or Development Services Division cc: Jennifer Henning, Current Planning Manager Ion Arai, Assistant Planner File ~ .... fool fool l(') ~ Z <') N E-< N <') I "" .... H5 -28 T23N R5E W 112 ...r ~ SE Petm\/l\6lo.y Rd R-8 r R-I SEna,,?! I R-I SE lB<nd SI R-I .. R-8 » ...... SE '(I6thSI 5E 1116thl>1 .. SE 15lJtn s: 5E 1880111 !It p 51:: ~S9:M In 5.= 190tr, Lr EXHIBIT 6 ~ S " , -=\ "-,"J~ St 1al,S] SI >' R·4 RC \ 5E '82~ns! RC - 1 \ ~ ( ) / .... UI I ~ ~ .., N ~ Z ~ UI t"J t"J .... N N t L-----------------J-5---0-4-T-2-2N~R~5=E~W~1=/2~------------~I-:s~ /! 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T23N R5E 9 nO' R5E "0 T23N R5E '--' 'i, T23N RSE 1 T23N R4E 325' , F1 4 T23N R4E 334 iG1 3 T23N R4E ~44 )1 22N R4E I-- 'tv' \ J2 1 T22N R4E RESIDENTIAL --2.J (RC) Resource Conservation ~ (R-1) Residential 1 dulac 'U (R-4) Res'ldential4 dulac ED (R-8) Residential 8 dulac ~ (RMH) Residential Manufactured Homes fF-lO (R-10) Residential 10 dulac ~ (R-14) Residential 14 dulac ~~F] (RM-F) Residential Multi-Family F (RM-T) Residential Multi-Family Traditional P~~LJ (RM-U) Residential Multi-Family Urban Center J6 3 T22N R5E MIXED USE_CENTEf3:~ o (CV) Center Village IU:-Nl I (UC-N1) Urban Center -North 1 lu~-iil (UC-N2) Urban Center -North 2 o (CD) Center Downtown COMME~CIAL I J 7 "I, ".I 12 T22N R5E 1 ~~l INDUSTRIAL ~ (ILj Industrial-Light o (1M) Industrial-Medium o (IH) Industrial-Heavy _____ Renton c.ity Umits I CDR I (COR) CommerciallOffIcelResidential ~ (CA) CommerCial Artenal @J (CO) Commercial Office I~ (CN) Commercial Neighborhood KROLL PAGE PAGE# INDEX S[CTITOWNIRANGE LEVEL 1 DOWNSTREAM ANALYSIS Prepared for: St. Thomas Orthodox Church, Seattle 11651 SE 188th St. Renton, W A 98058 Prepared by Thomas Mudayankavil, P.E. 20207 25th Dr SE Bothell, W A 98012 August 20, 2008 I EXPIRES 10/02/08 I. II. III. IV. V. St. Thomas Orthodox Church, Seattle LEVEL 1 DOWNSTREAM ANALYSIS TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PROJECT OVERVIEW AND STUDY AREA DEFINITION REVIEW OF A V AlLABLE INFORMATION ON STUDY AREA FIELD INSPECTION & DESCRIPTION OF DRAINAGE SYSTEM A. UPSTREAM DRAINAGE ANALYSIS B. ON-SITE DRAINAGE CONSIDERATIONS C. DOWNSTREAM DRAINAGE ANALYSIS CONCLUSION LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE 1 -VICINITY MAP FIGURE 2 -SITE MAP FIGURE 3 -TOPOGRAPHIC MAP FIGURE 4 -SOILS MAP FIGURE 5 -DOWNSTREAM ANALYSIS MAP FIGURE 6 -STREAMS MAP FIGURE 7 -EROSION HAZARD AREAS MAP FIGURE 8 -LANDSLIDE HAZARD AREAS MAP FIGURE 9 -100 YEAR FLOOD PLAIN & WETLAND MAP FIGURE 10 -SEISMIC HAZARD AREAS MAP APPENDIX A 1. Off site Analysis Drainage System Table 2. K.C. Flow Control Application Map 3. King County Drainage Complaints I I 2 3 5 CONCLUSION The total distance covered was about a mile in the upstream and downstream analysis. This Level 1 analysis indicates that there appears to be no drainage problems downstream. The proposed internal modification of the shed is not adding any new impeNious area and will have no impact on downstream conditions. The proposed additional graveled parking surface is also not adding any significant impeNious area. The existing V-ditch along the side of the property can serve as the Level 1 flow control and will mitigate any impact the proposed development may have on off- site runoff. In general our analysis did not reveal any downstream or upstream problems that would affect the proposed project. Levell Downstream Analysis 5 INTRODUCTION This report was prepared at the request of St. Thomas Orthodox Church in support for their CUP application to remodel the existing shed located 11651 SE 188th Street, Renton, King County to be used as a worship place. This Level 1 Drainage Analysis was prepared in accordance with Core Requirement #2 of the 2005 King County Surface Water Design Manual. PROJECT OVERVIEW AND STUDY AREA DEFINITION The property is located near the intersection of 188th street and 118th Avenue SE on the west side of 118th Avenue SE in King County and situated within the Soos Creek River Basin, a sub-basin of Soos Creek. The total site of 1.1 acres consists of a single family residence, a guest house and a mechanical shed. The project is to remodel the existing Mechanical Shed to be used as a Church with a seating capacity for 70 people and to expand the existing parking area to have a total of 15 parking stalls including 1 ADA parking. The church will conduct Sunday services and occasional Saturday evening services or church activities at this site for the Indian Orthodox Christian community in and around Renton. Currently, the church has 20 family memberships and serving a total of about 50 people. The proposed site is a 1.1 acre parcel located in Renton. THE EAST HALF OF TRACT 1 IN BLOCK 1 OF NORTHWESTERN GARDEN TRACTS, DIVISION NO.4, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 47 OF PLATS, PAGE 74, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY AUDITOR; SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF KING, STATE OF WASHINGTON. The site is zoned R-4. (Figure 1: Vicinity Map, Figure 2: Site Location) Existing Site conditions: The site generally slopes from west to east with slopes from 1 to 2 percent. Along both the west and south sides of the site, the topography is parallel with the site which eliminates any off-site water from the west or south from entering the site. (Figure 3: Topographic map) A level 1 drainage analysis was performed for the site to determine any pre- existing drainage problems downstream. The onsite soils have been identified as Alderwood gravelly sandy 10am(AgB, according to SCS soil survey for King County, which is Type "C" in SCS hydrologic soil groups. The offsite soil has been identified as Alderwood gravelly sandy loam (AgC). (Figure 4: Soils Map) Levell Downstream Analysis I REVIEW OF AVAILABLE INFORMATION ON STUDY AREA The following is a description of the resources that were reviewed for the preparation of this Level 1 Drainage study: A. Basin Recognizance summary reports: Enclosed within are downstream and upstream basin area map which clearly define the flow pass and the drainage basins related to this project: See (Figure 5: "Downstream Analysis Map") a. Evidence of Existing and Predicted Problems Lack of capacity of constrictions in the existing drainage system On site: No evidence of any problem Off site: Ditch sections: None noted Channel section: None noted 12 inch culverts: 3 24 inch culvert: None b. Overtopping, Scouring, Bank, Sloughing of Sedimentation On site: No evidence of any problem Off site: Ditch sections: None noted Channel section: None noted 12 inch culverts: 3 24 inch culvert: None c. Flooding, etc. None noted d. Significant Destruction of Aquatic Habitat or Organisms None noted B. Adopted Basin Plans: Soos Creek Basin Plan sub-basin of the Soos Creek (See appendix A: ''K.C. Flow Control Application Map) C. Critical Drainage Map: The site is located with-in a "Level 1 Flow Control Area" as indicated by the King County Drainage Manual. (See Appendix A: ''K.C. Flow Control Application Map) D. Floodplain/ Floodway (FEMA maps): The project is not located within a floodplain of a stream as determined by the FEMA maps. E. Other off-site analysis reports: None noted F. Sensitive Area: Each one of the sensitive area folio associated with this area was reviewed. Level I Downstream Analysis 2 Sensitive Areas Folio (See figures 6-9) Wetlands Property: Property not affected 100-Year floodplain and streams: Property not affected Erosion Hazard Areas: Property not affected Landslide Hazard Areas: Property not affected Seismic Hazard Areas: Property not affected G. SWM Division Drainage Investigation Problem Records: An investigation in to King County SWM records shows that there appear to be no applicable drainage problems within y., mile downstream of the site. Of the 59 complaints listed within one mile of the site, none of them were within the downstream area of the site. Most of these complaints dealt with issues other than flooding or capacity problems. See Appendix A: KC Drainage investigation Problems. H. Soils Survey: Attached with this report is a soils exhibit map for the subject area. The on site soils has been identified as Alderwood gravelly sandy loam (Figure 4: Soils Map) I. Wetlands Inventory Maps: There are no wetlands on or near this site J. Road Drainage Problems: A check with the maintenance department showed no drainage problems along 188th Street. K. Migrating river studies: There are no rivers or streams near this site. L. Downstream Table: See Appendix A: "Downstream Table" for drainage components table. FIELD INSPECTION AND DESCRIPTION OF DRAINAGE SYSTEM WITH EXISTING AND PREDICTED PROBLEMS Included in the report is a narrative of the field inspection. The level 1 analysis and the filed inspection of the property and the surrounding area were performed on July 15th 2008. Weather at the time of inspection was sunny. The total distance covered was about 3/4 mile downstream. (Refer to Figure 5 Downstream Analysis Map) A. UPSTREAM DRAINAGE ANALYSIS A review of the site showed that there is no off site runoff flowing onto the site. Along SE 188th Street and 118th Ave SE, access road has V-ditch with driveway culverts to intercept the runoff from the adjacent properties. The new development on the south side of the property has a drainage system to collect the runoff. B. ON-SITE DRAINAGE CONSIDERATIONS The property is mostly flat, but a slight slope can be noticed to the north east side of the property. One drainage system a V-Ditch on the property leaves the site to Level I Downstream Analysis 3 the V-Ditch along the east side of the access road. The existing vegetation is mostly grass lawn and landscaping with shrubs, screening plants and small trees. Five cedar trees are along the east side of the property line. There is no wetland in the area. C. DOWNSTREAM DRAINAGE ANALYSIS 1. Grass lined V-Ditch & Culverts Drainage leaves the site by a V-ditch and enters the V-ditch along the east side of the access road (118 th Ave SE) via a 12" culvert. So the natural point of discharge for the site is the lower SE side of the property. The drainage flows north along this V-ditch about 60 ft and joins the V-ditch along the south side of the SE188th SI. It flows another 120 ft and cross the street via 12" diameter culvert and joins the seasonal stream. The ditch sections are vegetated and show no sign of problem, overtopping, capacity, erosion or scouring along this section. 2. The seasonal stream The seasonal stream runs from the north side of the SE 188th street and follows the property lines of a number of parcels and finally joins Soos Creek. 3. Soos Creek The seasonal stream discharges in to the Soos Creek. The creek is deep and wide with flat bottom with side slopes. It is heavily vegetated with slopes of approximately 1 % and flows south-east through heavy residential areas. The Soos Creek appeared to have adequate capacity. There was no indication of problems including overtopping, capacity, erosion or scouring along this section. Levell Downstream Analysis 4 CONCLUSION The total distance covered was about a mile in the upstream and downstream analysis. This Level 1 analysis indicates that there appears to be no drainage problems downstream. The proposed internal modification of the shed is not adding any new impervious area and will have no impact on downstream conditions. The proposed additional graveled parking surface is also not adding any significant impervious area. The existing V-ditch along the side of the property can serve as the Level 1 flow control and will mitigate any impact the proposed development may have on off- site runoff. In general our analysis did not reveal any downstream or upstream problems that would affect the proposed project. Level I Downstream Analysis 5 z .. 11[JCJJl~~ Io'IJ.! Ul ~ I J . hi ':L~ ~~I~ I- I ~ I / \. " II " II 'I ®h 1/ SE 188TH ST "'" " " 'I II " ~ / ~1 r --< w ~ > > ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ I PATIO ~ ! x w I EXISTING SEPTIC SYlEr.! EXISTING AND DRAINAGE fIELD I GUESTHOUSE (XISTING CARPORT I I EXlSTING 3-BEDROOM "lOUSE I EXISTING PI'ITIO LA"" I BACKYARD I I!!) DITCH ® FUlVERIIED ~",. I EXISTING DRlVElJAY I 0 ,J.. V P.; I ~~Il~ I ~ i~ il/;M II VII" ~I Ii I 1-,.. ... -~~ I :i I t;~ 1L LA"" ..... -x H li .......... H H )( -K ---iI( lM.8' \ ~ ~ ., I I is Ii I 0 7 / r- N ! 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SE 189TH LJt ounty. - 6~!,I/~!)~I.r6.' 6!yr8UUH:i! 6 !!:ItI-f~I[I[).?' 51 Y&fO::'I!J·fl.,l 6!9B.{~~Ir.L.f;;" -til '\ , I I iMAP , D,g/~!J[)~'SJ ~-- 51!il/i;lO!JJ2:~ I.'i.' !,I/3~IU::'Htf 5-.' ~/~(J!J31::J 619}8!:J[IJ':,'·f !5!98.f::'ID223 6~yg.f~IOd::J3 6198·1(1:)201 6!9t14'[I[I:!!.I!> S~!,IIH!Jll;;'.ltI 61!hWOf.l22L1 I III f:i1~4l.1[l1"] 6'Y8fDV2.f1 619B.fmI2.fl - t GC' =======, 316ft Date: 2-26-2007 Source: King County IMAP -Property Information (http://www.metrokc.gov/GJS/iMAP) FIGURE 3 TOPOGRAPHIC MAP I /'" Page 1 of 1 H~;lh''''''-i:l~'S Agr;r.l.J~ur<:lj Pru,jucLon Disln::l Boundary L .# In;.:.urpOri:ll~d Are<=! D D ! I [] ,- !. ' Slf08els Slr08.e1nlS Pi:H::.els PklO;.S UnllloorpoTilled KC Zomng 1\)5 ,""":::.J;.J';;J ,:.rl(!:;..J:Ie')'5 .x'~_ J~ .1-:1.1"1 ~02---c""~ 'x;::::J~' .,::.~ 'ex.n:.' lILtp://www5.metrokc.gov/servlet/com.esri.esrimap.Esrimap?ServiceName~overview&ClientVersion~4.0... 2/26/2007 , tfap·Output ® King County 3223L15!:HJ/5 SE 1!l1TH ui 3223!J!i90.$6 ounty. Date : 2-26 -2007 6!!JI BUrJ!b 619/8(1u28J 6 .'9!8D!J1,ffJ 61!1ltl[IU.'6] 6HUiMJO~6;t 61Y I B!JOJ61 6191800163 6 19/8!.1.!.11&l 61!J IBOO1 8!J 6 19840002 ,1 619a.:0!..1!.HLI ... 619lJ.4'oor ..... 2 - 6198·10!J!J66 61!i'IHOOO8 0 , , ... -•• 61984 00 /'29 Q I iMAP 619lB!J!J2fH fjHllbOOJ~1 -I 519 1800321 6.'YlBf.I(13,a _ 'laP ., 6111/8 (1032:'::1 'j J. .'9 '8"():!2J 61!USfJ!J34'fJ t;;19 J800J2V 61918!J.!n :u SE 1MnrST 6198(00200 61 98(00212 6198400260 6198(00280 619900012!J t ... 619&1'0030(1 131611 Source: Kmg County iMAP -Property Information (http://www.metrokc.gov/GIS/iMAP) FIGURE 3 TOPOGRAPHI C M AP -I 1- o o o o o Page 1 of I COUnly Bo u n da ry Conlours {511 1IQh l; ,.») 5)) 1,))) O;:1e' Highways Agric.ultura i P rod u<:.lion [jjsl oc ! Bo undary InCO r,lOrdlad A rea Stree ts. rt g ·r .... "i A'u . .;I !o LClk.es. cHId L.:Hge Rive rs Stt B.i:llllS PiHcels P.i:l r1ts L· Unincorporated KC Zoning A I,) Ag·!c ... : ... ·., en:!:::U:Ie' 10) A)S .oIq.c ... 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KIng County makes no representations or wa rranlios, express or Implied. as to accuracy, COI1"pletane5$, timel iness , ~ right s to the use of 8LK:h InfOfT11allon . This document is not inlendEKI lor use as a survey product. King Coun t)' shall not be Uable for any general, specli.l. Indirect. IncIdenlaf, Of conseQUentia l W C dan'IIlges Including, but no t limited to, lost revenues or lost prolils resulll llQ: from the use or miSOS9 o1lhe information contalood on this map. Any sale 01 , Ki_ng ounty this map or InlormatJon on this map 18 prohibited except by wrinB(l permission 01 King County. I Dale: B/l 5J2OOB SourC9 : King Coonty IMAP -Stoonwaler (hltp:Jlwww .melrOkc .gov/GISliMAp) Map Output Page I of I lQ King County iMAP ( Legend -, ,-County Boundary /'/ Incorporated Are. ;/ Streams x Mountain Peaks Streets Pa rc e ls Contours (5ft dark. "..-.r .N 100: !:IOO: 1000 Art ...... ;/ 00_ L_ Highways 0 Lakes _net urge Rivers The information included on t his map has been compi led by King County staff from a variety of sources and is subject to change w i thout notice. King County makes no represen tations or warranlies, express or implied. as to accuracy , completeness, timeliness, or rights to the use of such information . K ing County shall not be liable for any general , speci al, ind irect. inci dental, or consequential damages including , but not limited to, losl revenues or lost profits resu lting f rom the use or misuse of the information con tained o n th is map . Any sale of th is map or in formation on th is map is prohibited except by written permission of King County . Date: 3-26 -2 007 Source : King County iMAP -Property Information (http://WINW.melrokc.govfG IS IJ MAP) FIGURE 6 STREAMS MAP http://www 5. metro kc. gOY /serv le t! com. esri. esri m ap. 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King County shall not be liable for any general, specia l, indi rect, inCidental, or consequential damages including, but not limited to, lost revenu e s or lost profits resu lting from the use or misuse of the information conta ined on this map . Any sa le of this map or information on th is map is prohibited except by written permiss ion of King County. Date : 3·13·2007 Source : King County i MAp· Sensitive Areas (h tt p://www .~trokc.goV/GIS1iMAP) FIG URE 7 EROSION HAZA RD A R EAS MA P http://www5 .metro kc.gov/serv letlcom.esri.esri map.Esrimap ?ServiceN ame =overvi ew&C li en tV e rs ion... 3/1312007 Map Output Page 1 of 1 W King County ... Kent 1<' --.-S 21?!!i ~T La k e Youngs ~ i .. , .. !\!I ~ Le ge nd -I 1- Cou nty Boundary ~ SAO landslide HighwilYs ;V I rtC o rporoded A r ... Stree~ o Lakes a nd Large Rivers (contI The information included on this map has been comp iled by King County staff from-a variety of sources and is subj ect to change without notice. 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Date: 3·13 -2007 Source : King County iMAp · Sensitive Areas (hltp:/Iwww.;metrokc.gov/GISliM A P ) FIGURE 8 LANDSLIDE HAZA RD AREAS MAP ht tp ://www5.met rokc.gov/servleticom ,esri.esrim a p .Esrima p?ServiceN ame=o verv iew&C li enlVe rs ion .. , 3/13/2007 Map Output Page I of I ttl King County iMAP I, \I .11 , )1 -~, Legend -I 1- County Boundary SAO Stream /./ Streams HighwilYs /11 C_l 0 1QO Year Floodl)lain /'I" Im;orpor.Ited Area ;V Cba 2 PDcenIU~ 1m SAO Wetland Streets ;V C a-s 2 &.wn!:Nltd ,N' t hlJllw:ry ~ C,-' An ...... U ............ LOCO 0 Lakes and Large Rivers The information included on this map has been comp il ed by King County staff from a va riet y of sources and is subj ect to chan ge w ithout notice. King County makes no representations or warranties, express or implied , as to accuracy. completeness, timeliness, or rights to the use of such information. King County sha ll not be liable for any general, specia l, indirec t, inciden ta l, or consequentia l damages inc lud ing, but nol li m ited to, lost revenues or lost profi ts resulting from the use or m isuse of the informa ti on contained on th is map. Any sa le of th i s map or information on this map is prohibited except by written perm ission of King County . Dale : 3-13-2007 Source : King County iMAP -Sensitive Areas (http ://Www :.metrokc.goV/GIS/iMAP) FIGURE 9 100 YEA T FLOOD PLAIN & WETLAND MAP http ://www5 .met rokc. gOY 1 serv le t! com . esri. es ri map .Esrimap ?Serv iceN am e=overv i ew &CI i en tV ersi on... 3/1312007 Map Output tQ King County S 196T H S;T Kent Legend -I 1- County Boundary ;' tI'9h~ Highway s . , AI1 •• ,tV Incorporated Area Loa! Stre eta 0 Lak.s and Large Rivets (cont) ::i' .,i ~i sf :t, q Ii ., ., I, SE 1921o.ID S r -°'1 ~ SAO Seismic ii I " II I' " !' Page 1 of i Lake Youngs r The information included on th is map has been compiled-by King County staff from a variety of so urces and is subject to change without notice. "KJng County makes no representations or warranties, express or impl ied , as to accuracy , completeness, timelin ess, or rig hts to the use of such informa tion. Ki ng County shall not be liable for any general, special, in direct, incide ntal. or consequential damages including, but not limi ted to, lost revenues or lost profits resulting from the use or misuse of the information conta ined on th is map. Any sa le of this ma p or in fo rmation on this map is prohib ited except by written perm ission of King County. Da te : 3-13-2007 Source : King County iMAP -Sensitive Areas (http:l~metrokc .gov'GIS'iMAP) FIGURE 10 SEISMIC HAZARD AREAS MAP http://www5 .metrokc.gov /serv ie t/com.esri.esrimap.Esrimap?ServiceName=overview&ClientVersion... 3/13 /2007 BASIN : SOOS C REE K Symbol : Drainage " Component Type, .-Nanie & Size - Type: sheet floW, swale, StieamJ channel, pipe, see map pond: size: diameter,' , surface Area , .. A Sheet Fl ow B V-DITCH C V-DITCH D 12" CMP E V-D ITC H F 12' CMP G 12" CMP H Seasonal st ream I Soos Creek TABLE 1 DOWNSTREAM TABLE SURFACE WATER DESIGN MANUAL, CORE REQUIREMENT #2 DOWNSTREAM PATH : ... Drainage Component Slope Distance Existing Problems Potential Problems !II ~ _, Description From s~e ,-.. u .~-:'Ci , r" Discharge ~' 'I~' ,'j'; , Constructions . und er capacity, pending, fI ' ' ~i. overtopping, flooding, habitat ; or organism drainage basin, vegetation, dove r, dePl h, type -• % 114=1 ,320 It aestruction, scouring, bank slo ughing , of sens itive area, vo l ume sedimaentat iOn ,~ Incision, other erosion ,i' " " " ';,} Lawn, Gravel < 1 0/0 0' None observed None Anticipated On Site Di tch -2% 0 ' None Observed None Anticipated Along Access Road 118th Ave SE -2% 0-120' Non e O bserved None Anticipated A lo ng Ac cess Road 118th Ave SE -2% -120' None Ob served None Anticipated Alo na SE 188th St -2% 120-200' Non e O bserved None AntiCipated Drainage Pip e across Drive way -2% -170' None Observed None Anticipated Drai nage Pip e across Se 188th St -2% 200'-230' Non e Observed None Anticl!J.ated Sea so nal st ream wi th vegetation 7-15 % 230'-3000' None Observed None Anti cipated Stream discharges to the creek NA -3000' None Observed Non e Ant icl!J.ated Observations of fie ld inspector resource reviewer, or resident tribu tary are, likelihood of prob lem, overflow pa thways, po ten ti al Impacts .' .. - '1 "., Oi None -Refer to Site Plan , F iaure 2 None -Refer t o Si te Plan , Fiaure 2 None -Refer to Si te Plan , Fi aure 2 None -Refer to Site Pl an , Fi aure 2 No ne -Refer to S it e Pl an , Fiaure 2 N one -Refer to S ite Plan , Fi aure 2 N one -Refer to Si te Plan, Figure 2 Non e -Refer to Downstream M ap, Fi gure 5, It did not appear to be , obstruc tion or history of erosion • Benin Boundary (rhie!:'er l i ne de5igrlote5 a rea s with published Bosin P l on~) Urbon Growth Area Boundary : = = ~ =, In<::orporoted Area c=J Fore~t Production Zone Area ® King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks Water and Land Resources DiviSion Kin} County Flow Control Applications Ma p c=J Sasic Flow Conn-ol Areas _ Conservation Flow control Area s _ Flood ProbMm Flow Control Areas [Allen lo~. lou De ...... My.I>o l<>l., and ~on"'.' Lok., A n In, ... odi.ft ..... ","" of !hi, r><>p;, <>v¢ilob!e o n ..... S"""',w<llO< Mop SoP, K,ng Covnl» ;Map 0 1 h,'Ip,llwww_me'to/,c'lJ<'v/gll/m<Jpp¢f1al/oMAP_ moin .hlm Melior Rec e iving Waters s-Co',, Require men t Number 3 Dir",,' Dj,chor9" Criteria I C "",,,~"" 2 so.......,..",,),~ ....... 3 W n; .. /St.x:~R .. ", J 5<,,;" F"'" ~l'k _ .. ". ~ .... 5 T"hR ...... Q G,....,/o.,.",mi,k 1_ bolow~M6o"d,,",,",,~ 16 75''''1'''''''0 1'''0< • ...a...d •• N"'*'.S<o."'. anoM-""," B Pog .. Soo..,d Q tok.Wo .... ""l"'" 10 lab 50''''''1'',.. .... ( ','_ ..... ,.~,'~I., ... ',-'C_~_~:".""""'CO' ""Jf~";_"",""""", ling Coont, Wator and Land Roaourcos IIvision -Drainago Sorvicos Soction Prin ted: 08l t 5/200 8 t 2:37: t 0 PM IinOOar TYlIII TYlIII of PrOOBm AiklI'8SS of PrDI*m COImlants Tbros P8D8 1975-0076 C FLDG RD WY/FLD 'D/112TH AVE SE /SE 186TH 686E 2 1979-0047 C 11403 SE 204TH ST SOIL BULLDOZED/PANTHER LK AREA 686E2 1986-1166 C FLDG 11202 SE 186TH ST STORM OV ERFLOW 686E2 1986-1185 C FLDG 11202 SE 186TH ST SEE: 86-116 6 BRYANT, BILL 686E2 1986-1190 C FL DG 11001 SE 186TH ST BASEMENT GETIING WATER 686E2 1987-0334 C DRNG 11202 SE 186TH ST CULVERTS BLOCKED 86-1166 ,1185 686E2 1987-04 7 1 C FLDG 11202 SE 186TH ST SPRING GLEN 86-1166,1185 686E2 1987-0545 C DRNG 18627 109TH AVE SE INADEQUATE SYSTEM 686E2 1989-0650 C DRNG 18631 111TH PL SE SNV DRNG AND DAMAGE 686E2 1989-0700 X DRNG 18631 111TH PL SE WATER ON SIDEWALK/89-0650 FRITON 686E2 1990-0075 C DRNG 11254 SE 186TH ST PLUGGED CULVERT/STORM 686E2 1990-0141 C FLDG 18400 112TH AVE SE POND OVERFLOW /90-686E2 1990-0149 C FLDG 11202 SE 186TH ST RID POND OVERFLOW/ROBERT / STORM 686E2 1990-0231 C DRNG 18425 112TH AVE SE RID POND OVERFLOW/STORM 90-686E2 1990-0235 C FLDG 11202 SE 186TH ST WATER IN BASEMENT/STORMl90-686E2 1990-0274 C FLDG 11022 SE 184TH PL RID POND FLOODED/STORM 686E 2 1990-0342 C FLDG 11202 SE 186TH ST RID POND /ROBERT/ STORM EVENT 686E2 1990-0372 X DRNG 11202 SE 186TH ST RID PONDS OVERFLOW9/90 -686E2 1990-0709 CL FLDG 18504 112TH AVE SE CL#12959 SEE CL#13224 DUE 686E2 1990-0884 C DRNG 18427 112TH AVE SE RID POND DRAINAGE/STORM 686E2 1990-1061 CL FLDG 11 202 SE 186TH ST CL#13224 SEE CL#12959 GARAGE 686E2 1990-1186 CL FLDG 11044 SE 186TH ST MEMO/RUDDELLS STUDY TO PA 686E2 1990-1212 C DITCH 11044 SE 186TH ST RD /SIDE DITCH-FILU90-1186 686E2 1990-1212 E FILUDIT 11044 SE 186TH ST WILL START WORK 09/20 CHK ON 09/30/93 686E2 1990 -1212 ER FILUDIT 11044 SE 186TH ST RUDELLS STUDY 686E2 1990-1226 C DRNG 18615 107TH AVE SE FLOODED BASEMENT/BAD ROADWAY 686E2 1990-1445 C DRNG 18427 112TH AVE SE RID POND OVERFLOWING TO STUDY/91-686E2 1990-1530 SR FLDG 18427 112TH AVE SE STORM EVENT 686E2 1990-1531 SR FLDG 18427 112TH AVE SE STORM EVENT NOT NDAP 686E2 1991-0150 C DRNG 18624 112TH AVE SE 686E2 1991-0150 SR DRNG 18624 112TH AVE SE NOT NDAP 686E2 1991-0196 C FLDG 18425 112TH AVE SE 686E2 1991-0196 SR FLDG 18425 112TH AVE SE NOTNDAP 686E2 1991-0253 C DRNG 11254 SE 186TH ST 686E2 1991-0438 S1 SPK TO FINISH S1 3/4 -S2 TO '92 CON 686E2 1991-0667 CL DRNG 18427 112TH AVE SE SEE 91-0438 SEE RUDDELLS 686E2 1991-0837 C DAMAGEC 19001 116TH AVE SE C/B BELOW GRADE 686E2 1991-1095 C FLDG 11200 SE 186TH ST RUDDELL POND OVERFLOW 686E2 1991-1132 C DRAINAGE 19006 116TH AVE SE INFO TO PM&D 686E2 1991-1149 X FLDG RID 11200 SE 184TH ST CCF# SWM-1031 RID POND CAPICITY 686E2 1994-0038 C PONDING 11430 SE 192ND ST POSS GRADING /FILLING VIOLATION 686E2 1996-0805 C DRNG 19400 120TH AVE SE DRAINGE FLOW QUESTION DEVELOP INFO 686E2 1996-1564 C DRNG 18908 113TH WAY SE PRIVATE PROPERTY IMPACT TO PVT 686E2 1997-1123 C GRADING 18908 113THWAY SE PVT PROP IMPACT NO DRNG INSTALLED 686E2 1997-1123 R GRADING 18908 113THWAY SE PVT PROP IMPACT NO DRNG INSTALLED 686E2 1998-0019 C DRAINAGE 19016 116TH AVE SE NEW GRAVEL RD POSSIBLE PVT PROP 686E2 1998-0058 C DRAINAGE 18820 116TH AVE SE SFR CONST IMPACTING ADJACENT 686E2 1999-0306 C DRAINAGE 11618 SE 188TH ST ADJACENT PROP PAVED 2500 SQ FT 686E2 2000-0572 C DDM ACROS 19029 120TH AVE SE APPARENT FILLING OF ROADSIDE 686E2 2000-0572 R DDM ACROS 19029 120TH AVE SE APPARENT FILLING OF ROADSIDE 686E2 2002-0553 C DTA 19013 114TH CT SE CONCERN REGARDING POSSIBLE 686E2 2003-0847 C DDM 19230 116TH AVE SE APPARENT OBSTRUCTION OF OFFSITE 686E2 2003-0847 NDA-DDM 19230 116TH AVE SE APPARENT OBSTRUCTION OF OFFSITE 686E2 2003-0847 R DDM 19230 116 TH AV E S E APPAREN T OBST RUCT ION OF OFFS ITE 686E2 rumor Typa Typa of PrOOIam Address of Problem CooInBnts Tbros Pag& 2005 -0428 C RFN 19 128 113 TH WY SE Wate r fl ows across sid ewa lk from wate r 686E2 2005 -0682 FCR M N M 19 133 113 TH WY SE Refe rra l from KC Heallh . Rats in D9 1898 . 686 E2 2006-0299 C RF N 1862 1 116TH AV E S E Broke n drai nage pipe @ Be nso n Hil l Elem 686 E2 2006 -0450 C DTA 1862 1 116THAVE S E Schoo l co nst causing wa ter seepage int o 686E2 2007 -022 1 C DTA 19 128 1 13TH W Y S E Req uest permission to re move veg fro m 686E2 Page 2 of 2 N I .1, ...... '11.,.. ,,' .. ~ .. .!. ... ,1 ',. ; -,I.,I _,," ,.1. .. , L $.E.1N I Hsr ~ ..... _. _. _. _. _. ___ • _. _. _. _ ._. _. ___ • ___ ._._._ ._. _0 ___ ._._._. _. _ ,_ '_._. ___ ._ • ___ ._\l.!.!_~"_ " ___ . _______ . _. ___ . _. _" _" _. _. _"_" ___ . ___ , _._. _._ . _____ . _. ___ . _ .. ".ll i q l - .. ~ , ~ ~ 1 ,.,' , , , i ____ J I I i I i i __ ,.'l. .' ,,y o .'.' ·'·i DESIGNED: B . PARAYIL DRAWN: B. PARAYIL CHECKED: B. PARAYIL '''''' ~ '.n'" ,.\", "-,,, ,:," K.C. LUI • ~H LOI19 ".tll '" ST. THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH 11651 SE 188TH ST, RENTON, WA 98058 NEIGHBORHOOD DETAIL "'.,; """ ~' .. , "" .. " 'J .... SCALE: - - - 1 "=200' DATE: 8/4/08 SHEET NO I r-----------------------~----------------------------------.-- c:~O __ ._'--__ ..... ---.' DESIGNED : PARAYIL DRAWN : PARAYIL CHECKED : PARAYIL I .. iMAP ,~\ I' ,r;,,/ ..-.)~ .. ' ,/ C "-"~, I, ," .," -. . - i -~ i '" ~, ,,' I'e '- ---"" ," j' ..... _-'-. 11 .:)T '1 .-\.;[ ~~ ~ •. _. ____ ~. __ i~---··-· .. , '" (""--_il,...,J SEP ST. THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH 11651 SE 188TH ST, RENTON, WA 98058 TOPOGRAPHY MAP -------- SCALE : 1 "=100 ' DATE : 8/4/08 N 1 SHEET NO 6 Print ed : 09-03 -2008 Payment Made: CITY OF RENTON 1055 S . Grady Way Renton, WA 98055 Land Use Actions RECEIPT Permit#: LUA08-102 09 /03/2008 11 :32 AM Receipt Number: R0804584 Tot al Payme nt: 2,000 .00 Payee : St. Thomas Orthodox Church Current Payment Made to the Following Items: Trans Account Code Descripti on Amount 5009 000.345.81.00.0006 Conditional Use Fees 2,000.00 Payments made for this receipt Trans Method Description Amount Payment Check 1198 2,000.00 Account Balances Trans Account Code Description Balance Due 3021 303.000.00 .345.85 Park Mitigation Fee 5006 000.3 45.81.0 0.0002 Annexation Fees 5007 000.345.81.00.0003 Appeals /Waivers 5 008 000 .345.81 .00.0004 Binding Site /Short Plat 5 00 9 000 .345.8 1.00.0006 Conditi onal Use Fees 5 0 10 000.345.81.00.0007 Env ironmental Review 5 011 000.345.81.00.0008 Prelim/Tentative Plat 5012 000 .345.81.00.0009 Final Plat 5013 000.345.81.00.0010 PUD 5014 000.345.81.00.0011 Grading & Filling Fees 5015 000 .345.81.00.0012 Lot Line Adjustment 5016 000.345.81.00.0013 Mobile Home Parks 50 1 7 000.345.81 .00.0014 Rezone 5018 000 .345.81.00.0015 Routine Ve getation Mg mt 5019 000 .345.81.00.0016 Shoreline Subst Dev 5020 000 .345.81 .00 .0017 Site Plan Approval 5 02 1 000 .345.81.00.0018 Temp Use, Hobbyk, Fence 5022 000 .345.81.00.0019 Variance Fees 5024 000.345.81.00.0024 Conditional Approval Fee 5 036 000.345.81.00.0005 Comprehensive Plan Amend 5 909 000.341.60.00.0024 Book l ets /EIS /Copies 5941 000.341.50.00.0000 Maps (Taxable) 5954 650 .237 .00.00.0000 DO NOT USE -USE 3954 5955 000 .05.519.9 0.42 .1 Postage 5998 000.231.70.00.0000 Tax Rema in ing Ba la nce Due : $0.00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .0 0 .00 .00 .00 SHEET METAL GUTTER, TYP DO'w'NSPOUT, TYP 'w'INDO'w' 4'X4', T m --- / - -t.iU~ 11NLJ Mt. I AL I<UUr 21" 6' 18 IIII I I 35'-0' NORTH ELEVATION -188TH ST III In ]I m 40'-0' 56' 0' ELEVATION -'WEST SIDE ' r "1 I I -o.~ -'w'I VEX 12'-OT 8'-0' I NDO'w', 4'Xl', TYP ISTING METAL SIDING, TYP ELEVATION -SOUTH SIDE DOOR, 4'X7', TYP "'INDO'" 4'X2', TYP r 8'-0'" f----------40'-0' f--------------56'-0'---------------l ELEVA TION -118TH AVE 118'=1' B. PARAYIL DRAWN: B. PARAYIL B. PARAYIL 5 o 5 10 15 20 ---------scale feet ST. THO~AS ORTHODOX CHURCH 11651 SE 188TH ST, RENTON, WA 98058 CHURCH ELEVATIONS 1 12'-0' SCALE: 1/8"=1-0" DATE: 011/08/011 e!'UI!"r''I' ....... 4 2.0 35.0 -------=:=1 I I .L I l--/ ! , WORSHIP HALL I I , I I' MECHANICAL ROOM , BREAK ROOM 1\ i I 1[l7 ) I I! ! Ii ~ UI ~ ! i I ,! I~ L ! i -0 ---i z 0 ~ W -a:: :r: I- U t (/) I--r--') w I ~ a:: I ) ~ : ! ~ t . , RESTROOM i : I i ! ! N t SCAlE; 1/'-."-0- 29.3 :16.0 9.3 NOTEI NO COOKING IN KITCHEN, ONLY REAHEA TING. 15.3 1/8'=1' DESIGNED: B. PARAYIL DRAWN, B. PARAYIL B. PARAYIL 5 o 5 10 15 20 ---- -----sco.le feet ST. THOMAS ORTHODOX CHURCH 11651 SE 188TH ST, RENTON, WA 98058 CHURCH FLOOR PLAN 5