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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLUA15-000197_Report 1STATE 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 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 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 April 3, 2015. The full amount of the fee charged for said foregoing publication is the sum of $157.50. aJ-;:;_iti ;J' lti z • / j ~daMills Legal Advertising Representative, Renton Reporter Subscribed and sworn to me this 3rd day of April, 2015. xi'~rn~ K. C. Sherman, Notary Public for the State of Washington, Residing in Buckley, Washington :\.OTICJi: OFAPPIJCATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION E'iVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE RIXl'ON, WASHINGTON Application Name and Num- ber: Critical Areas Ordinance Update: LUA 15-000197. ECF Project Description and Loca- tion: Applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the update to the Critical Are- as Ordinance In compliance with the Growth Management Act, the City is updating its Criti- cal Areas Regulations to comply with Best Available Science This work includes revisions to the wetland and stream categor- ization, as well as increased buf- fers from Critical Areas. These regulations would be citywide. Application Date: March 26. 2015 Pe.-mits/Rn·iew Requested: Environmental (SEPA) Review The Environmental Review Committee has reviewed the proposed project for probable adver!:ie environmental impacts and has issued a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) for the project under the authority of the Renton Municipal Code An envimnmental impact statement (EIS) will not be required under RCW 43.21C. This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and oth- er infomtation on tile at the City This determination does not con- stitute approval for construction; mitigation may be necessary and may be imposed at the time of a site specific development propo- sal on the subject site. Copies of the DNS. Lhe SEPA checklist and other project documents are available at the Department of Communitv and Economic De- velopment: 1055 South Gra·'·· Way. Renton, WA 98057 Comments and appeals mu~ , submitted in writing to Jill Ding, Project Manager. CED -Plan- ning Division, 1055 South Grady Way. Renton, WA 98057, by 5:00 PM on April 17. 2015 If you have questions about this proposal please contact the project manager. 425-430-6598. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed with the required fee in v.Titing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2015 with· Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Commcntmg on the dctcrmma- tion of non-significance does not require a fee. Appeals to the Ex- aminer are governed by City of Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.B Additional informa- tion regarding the appeal proc mav be obtained from the Rem Cil), Clerk's OtfLe. 425-430-6510. Published in the Renton Reporter on April 3, 2015 #1281562 ,nton Department of Community & Econom ve/opment City ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: ~/Ommt;n;-tr,/ 0ervicc:''5" COMMENTS DUE: APRIL 9, 2015 APPLICATION NO: LUAlS-000197 ..J DATE CIRCULATED: MARCH 30, 2015 APPLICANT: City of Renton PROJECT MANAGER: Jill Ding PROJECT TITLE: Critical Areas Update PROJECT REVIEWER: Steve Lee SITE AREA: N/ A EXISTING BLDG AREA {gross): N/A LOCATION: Citywide PROPOSED BLDG AREA {gross) N/A SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: Applicant is requesting Environmental {SEPA) Review for the update to the Critical Areas Ordinance. In compliance with the Growth Management Act, the City is updating its Critical Areas Regulations to comply with Best Available Science. This work includes revisions to the wetland and stream categorization, as well as increased buffers from Critical Areas. A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code} COMMENTS Element of the Probable Probable More Environment Minor Major Information Element of the Probable Probable More Environment Minor Major Information Impacts Impacts Necessary Impacts Impacts Necessary Earth Housina Air Aesthetics Water Liaht/Glare Plants Recreation Land/Shoreline Use Utilities Animals Transportation Environmental Health Public Services Energy/ Historic/Cultural Natural Resources Preservation Airport Environment 10,00DFeet 14 DOD Feet 8. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS C. CODE-RELATED 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 infi ation is needed to properly assess this proposal. 1-3 /-/5 Date .. • DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: M E M O R A N D U M April 2, 2015 City of Renton Jill Ding, CED Planning, x 6598 ENVIRONMENTAL THRESHOLD (SEPAi DETERMINATION Critical Areas Ordinance Update, LUAlS-000197, ECF This memo is written on behalf of the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) to advise you that they have completed their review of the subject project and have issued a threshold Determination of Non-Significance. Please refer to the enclosed ERC Report and Decision for more details. Appeals of this application OR comments on the determination of non-significance must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2015 with the City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2015, together with the required fee. Commenting on the determination of non-significance does not require a fee. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of RMC 4-8-110 and information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510. If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing date will be set and all parties notified. If you have any questions or desire clarification of the above, please call me at (425) 430-6598. cc: Yellow File h:\ced\pla nning\current planning\projects\15-000197 .jill\interna I notification memo_ critical areas ordina nce_lS- 000197 .docx DEPARTMENT OF COMMUN I, . AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT ERC MEETING DATE: Project Name: Owner: Applicant: Contact: File Number: Project Manager: Project Summary: Project Location: Exist. Bldg. Area SF: Site Area: STAFF RECOMMENDA T/ON: March 30, 2015 Critical Areas Ordinance Update City of Renton City of Renton Jill Ding, x6598 LUA 15-000197, ECF Jill Ding, x6598 Applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the update to the Critical Areas Ordinance. In compliance with the Growth Management Act, the City is updating its Critical Areas Regulations to comply with Best Available Science. This work includes revisions to the wetland and stream categorization, as well as increased buffers from Critical Areas. These regulations would be citywide. The Critical Areas Regulations apply to all Critical Areas located within the City of Renton city limits. N/A N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (footprint): Proposed New Bldg. Area (gross}: Total Building Area GSF: N/A N/A N/A Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a Determination of Non-Significance {DNS). Citywide Project Location ERC Report 15-000197 City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development CRITICAL AREAS ORDINANCE UPDATE Report of March 30, 2015 PART ONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION / BACKGROUND Environmental Review Committee Report LUA 15-000197, ECF Page 2 of2 In compliance with the Growth Management Act (GMA}, the City of Renton is required to update its Critical Areas Regulations to be consistent with Best Available Science (BAS}. The Critical Area Regulations would regulate activities within and adjacent to: Flood Hazard Areas, Geologically Hazardous Areas, Habitat Conservation Areas, Streams and Lakes (outside shoreline jurisdiction}, Wetlands, and Wellhead Protection Areas. The proposed Critical Areas Ordinance includes revisions to the City existing Critical Areas Regulations that would be consistent with BAS. The proposed ordinance includes changes to the wetland and stream classifications as well as increased buffer requirements from wetlands and streams and building setbacks. I PART TWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In compliance with RCW 43.21C.240, the following environmental (SEPA} review addresses only those project impacts that are not adequately addressed under existing development standards and environmental regulations. A. Environmental Threshold Recommendation Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials: B. Mitigation Measures None. C. Exhibits None. D. Environmental Impacts Issue a DNS with a 14-day Appeal Period. There are no adverse environmental impacts that are anticipated to occur in conjunction with the proposal. The proposed Critical Areas Ordinance includes increases to buffers adjacent to streams and wetlands as well as building setbacks from buffers. Therefore, it is anticipated that the proposed regulations would provide greater environmental protection to critical areas than is currently provided under the existing Critical Areas Regulations. E. Comments of Reviewing Departments The proposal will be circulated to City Department Division Reviewers and appropriate agencies. All substantive comments will be provided to the Responsible Officials for their consideration and possible recommendation that the comments be incorporated as "Advisory Notes to Applicant." Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM, April 17, 2015. Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.B governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner. Appeals must be filed in writing at the City Clerk's office along with the required fee. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office, Renton City Hall -7th Floor, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton WA 98057. ERC Report 15-000197 City of Renton Deportment of Community & Economic Development CRITICAL AREAS ORDINANCE UPDATE Report of March 30, 2015 PART ONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION/ BACKGROUND i;;;.nvironmental Review Committee Report LUA 15-000197, ECF Page 2 of2 In compliance with the Growth Management Act (GMA), the City of Renton is required to update its Critical Areas Regulations to be consistent with Best Available Science (BAS}. The Critical Area Regulations would regulate activities within and adjacent to: Flood Hazard Areas, Geologically Hazardous Areas, Habitat Conservation Areas, Streams and Lakes (outside shoreline jurisdiction}, Wetlands, and Wellhead Protection Areas. The proposed Critical Areas Ordinance includes revisions to the City existing Critical Areas Regulations that would be consistent with BAS. The proposed ordinance includes changes to the wetland and stream classifications as well as increased buffer requirements from wetlands and streams and building setbacks. I PART TWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In compliance with RCW 43.21C.240, the following environmental (SEPA} review addresses only those project impacts that are not adequately addressed under existing development standards and environmental regulations. A. Environmental Threshold Recommendation Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials: B. Mitigation Measures None. C. Exhibits None. D. Environmental Impacts Issue a DNS with a 14-day Appeal Period. There are no adverse environmental impacts that are anticipated to occur in conjunction with the proposal. The proposed Critical Areas Ordinance includes increases to buffers adjacent to streams and wetlands as well as building setbacks from buffers. Therefore, it is anticipated that the proposed regulations would provide greater environmental protection to critical areas than is currently provided under the existing Critical Areas Regulations. E. Comments of Reviewing Departments The proposal will be circulated to City Department Division Reviewers and appropriate agencies. All substantive comments will be provided to the Responsible Officials for their consideration and possible recommendation that the comments be incorporated as "Advisory Notes to Applicant." Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM, April 17, 2015. Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.B governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner. Appeals must be filed in writing at the City Clerk's office along with the required fee. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office, Renton City Hall -7th Floor, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton WA 98057. FRr RPnnrt F.-nnn1q7 -------··· OF APPLICATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION PROJECT NAME: Crtical Areas Ordinance Update PROJECT NUMBER: LUA15-000197, ECF LOCATION: City Wide DESCRIPTION: The Applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the update to the Critical Areas Ordinance. In compliance with the Growth Management Act, the City is updating its Critical Areas Regulations to comply with Best Available Science. This work includes revisions to the wetland and stream categorization, as well as increased buffers from Critical Areas. The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee (ERC) has determined that the proposed action DOES NOT have a significant adverse impact on the environment. These regulations would be citywide. The City of Renton, as SEPA lead agency for this project, has determined it will not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. The department has issued a DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE for the project, which can be obtained from the City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals of this application OR comments on the determination of non-significance must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2015 with the City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2015, together with the required fee. Commenting on the determination of non-significance does not require a fee. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of RMC 4-8-110 and information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510. IF THE ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION IS APPEALED, A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE SET AND ALL PARTIES NOTIFIED. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY OF RENTON, DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT (425) 430-7200. DO NOT REMOVE THIS NOTICE WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION ~.LEASE INCLUDE THE PROJE<:'f ~.QJ'l('!lt!ii;)NtiEl'{~~LING FQR PRQP~Rfl~Eilf.)El'1l'l'l~ICATION. Denis Law Mayor April 2, 2015 Community and Economic Development Department C. E."Chip"Vincent, Administrator Washington State Department of Ecology Environmental Review Section PO Box 47703 Olympia, WA 98504-7703 Subject: ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) THRESHOLD DETERMINATION Transmitted herewith is a copy of the Environmental Determination for the following project reviewed by the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) on March 30, 2015: SEPA DETERMINATION: Determination of Non-Significance PROJECT NAME: Critical Areas Ordinance Update PROJECT NUMBER: LUAlS-000197, ECF Appeals of this application OR comments on the determination of non-significance must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2015 with the City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2015, together with the required fee. Commenting on the determination of non-significance does not require a fee. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of RMC 4-8-110 and information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, {425) 430-6510. Please refer to the enclosed Notice of Environmental Determination for complete details. If you have questions, please call me at {425) 430-6598. For the Environmental Review Committee, r'l{J/17 Jill Ding V Senior Planner Enclosure cc: King County Wastewater Treatment Division Boyd Powers, Department of Natural Resources Karen Walter, Fisheries, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Laura Murphy, Muckleshoot Cultural Resources Program Gretchen Kaehler, Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation Ramin Pazooki, WSDOT, NW Region Larry Fisher, WDFW Duwamish Tribal Office US Army Corp. of Engineers Renton City Hall • 1055 South Grady Way • Renton, Washington 98057 • rentonwa.gov DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS} PROJECT NUMBER: APPLICANT: PROJECT NAME: LUA 15-000197, ECF City of Renton Critical Areas Ordinance Update PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the update to the Critical Areas Ordinance. In compliance with the Growth Management Act, the City is updating its Critical Areas Regulations to comply with Best Available Science. This work includes revisions to the wetland and stream categorization, as well as increased buffers from Critical Areas. PROJECT LOCATION: LEAD AGENCY: The Critical Areas Regulations apply to all Critical Areas located within the City of Renton city limits. City of Renton Environmental Review Committee Department of Community & Economic Development The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This Determination of Non-Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2015. Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and more information may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510. PUBLICATION DATE: DATE OF DECISION: SIGNATURES: .. April 3, 2015 March 30, 2015 3is1/1c, Date C.E. "Chip" Vincent, Administrator Department of Community & Economic Development OF APPLICATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION PROJECT NAME: Crtical Areas Ordinance Update PROJECT NUMBER: LUAlS-000197, ECF LOCATION: City Wide DESCRIPTION: The Applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the update to the Critical Areas Ordinance. In compliance with the Growth Management Act, the City is updating its Critical Areas Regulations to comply with Best Available Science. This work includes revisions to the wetland and stream categorization, as well as increased buffers from Critical Areas. The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee (ERC) has determined that the proposed action DOES NOT have a significant adverse impact on the environment. These regulations would be citywide. The City of Renton, as SEPA lead agency for this project, has determined it will not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. The department has issued a DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE for the project, which can be obtained from the City of Renton, lOSS South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals of this application OR comments on the determination of non-significance must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2015 with the City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2015, together with the required fee. Commenting on the determination of non-significance does not require a fee. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of RMC 4-8-110 and information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510. IF THE ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION IS APPEALED, A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE SET AND ALL PARTIES NOTIFIED. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY OF RENTON, DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT (425) 430-7200. DO NOT REMOVE THIS NOTICE WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION PLEASE INC:LUDE THE PROJECT NUMBER Wl:IEN <:AlJING FO~IPROPER FILE IDENTIFICATION. PLANNING DIVISION ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST: City of Renton Planning Division 1055 South Grady Way-Renton, WA 98057 Phone: 425-430-7200 Fax: 425-430-7231 f<ECt:IVED MAR 2 6 2015 CITY Of RENTON -)I .A.NNNG 81\IISiQN The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required. INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS: This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most precise information known, or give the best description you can. You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to hire experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write "do not know" or "does not apply". Complete answers to the questions now may avoid unnecessary delays later. Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you. The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining ifthere may be significant adverse impact. USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NONPROJECT PROPOSALS: Complete this checklist for nonproject proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply." IN ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D). -1 -06/09 C:\Users~subia\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\219NK6G6\envchlst.docx For nonproject actions {actions involving decisions on policies, plans and programs), the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively. -2 - A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Critical Area Ordinance Update 2. Name of applicant: City of Renton 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Ji// Ding, 1055 5. Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, 425-430-6576,jding@rentonwa.gov 4. Date checklist prepared: March 19, 2015 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): N/A 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. N/A 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. N/A 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. N/A 10. List any governmental approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. N/A 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. In compliance with the Growth Management Act, the City is updating its Critical Areas Regulations to comply with Best Available Science. This work includes revisions to the wetland and stream categorization, as well as increased buffers from Critical Areas. • 3 • 12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. The Critical Areas Regulations apply to all Critical Areas located within the City of Renton city limits. B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. EARTH a. General description of the site (circle one); flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other . N/A, non-project action b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope?) N/A, non- project action c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland. N/A, non-project action d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. N/A, non-project action e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. N/A, non-project action f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? N/A, non-project action h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: N/A, non-project action -4 - 2. AIR a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. N/ A, non-project action b. Are there any off-site sources of emission or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: N/ A, non-project action 3. WATER a. Surface Water: 1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. The proposed Critical Areas Ordinance would regulate wetlands, streams, and lakes that are located outside of Shoreline Management Act jurisdiction (i.e. Black River/Springbrook Creek, Green River, Cedar River, May Creek, Lake Washington, and Lake Desire). Many wetlands in Renton occur in a highly urbanized setting as small, stand-alone features. Some of the larger wetland systems that are located outside af shoreline jurisdiction include the Panther Creek wetlands, located between SR 167 and a steep slope along the Talbot Hill residential areas; East Valley wetlands, located in the industrial East Valley adjacent ta BNSF railroad, Boeing warehouses and other industrial uses, or heavily travelled roads such as Oakesdale Avenue SW, Lind Avenue SW, and SR 167; and Big Soas Creek wetlands, located within the floodplain of Big Soos Creek. 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. N/A, non- project action 3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. N/A, non-project action 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. N/A, non-project action 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note location on the site plan. N/A, non-project action -5 - 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. N/A, non- project action b. Ground Water: 1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. N/A, non-project action 2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals ... ; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. N/A, non-project action c. Water Runoff (including storm water): 1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters, If so, describe. N/A, non-project action 2) Could waste material enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. N/ A, non-project action d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action 4. PLANTS a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: _X_ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other _X_ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other _X_ shrubs _X_ grass __ pasture __ crop or grain _X_ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other __ water plants: water lily, eel grass, milfoil, other __ other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? N/A, non- project action c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. N/A- non-project action -6 - d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: N/A, non-project action. The proposed wetland and stream buffers would increase as a result of the updated Critical Areas regulations, these larger buffers are anticipated to protect greater protection of existing native plant and animal habitat. 5. ANIMALS a. Circle any birds and animals, which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site: b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. Wetlands and streams within the City are known to provide habitat for Chinook Salmon, Bull Trout, and Steehead which are endangered species. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. There are fish-bearing streams within the City of Renton that provide spawning grounds for salmon ids. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: N/A, non-project action. The proposed wetland and stream buffers would increase as a result of the updated Critical Areas regulations, these larger buffers are anticipated to protect greater protection of existing native plant and animal habitat. 6. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. N/A, non-project action b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action 7. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe. N/A, non-project action . 7. 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. N/A, non-project action 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: N/ A, non-project action b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? N/A, non-project action 2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. N/A, non-project action 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action 8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The updated Critical Areas Ordinance would apply citywide to all properties containing critical areas. Sites containing critical areas include a variety of land uses, including: vacant, single-family, multi-family, commercial, and industrial. b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. N/A, non-project action c. Describe any structures on the site. N/A, non-project action d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? N/A, non-project action. No. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? Resource Conservation (RC), Residential One Dwelling Unit Per Acre (R-1), Residential Four Dwelling Units Per Acre (R-4), Residential Six Dwelling Units Per Acre (R-6), Residential Eight Dwelling Units Per Acre (R-8), Residential Ten Dwelling Units Per Acre (R-10), Residential Fourteen Dwelling Units Per Acre (R-14), Residential Multi-Family (RMF), Residential Multi-Family Traditional (RMT), Residential Multi-Family Urban (RMU), Center Village {CV), Center Downtown {CD), Commercial Neighborhood (CN), Commercial Arterial (CA), Commercial/Office/Residential (COR), Commercial Office (CO), Urban Center North One (UCNl), Urban Center -8 - North Two (UCN2), Industrial Light (IL}, Industrial Medium (IM}, and Industrial Heavy (IH}. f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Residential Low Density (RLD), Residential Single Family (RSF), Residential Medium Density (RMD}, Residential Multi-Family (RMF}, Center Village {CV}, Urban Center - Downtown (UCO}, Commercial Neighborhood {CN}, Commercial Corridor {CC}, Commercial/Office/Residential (COR}, Urban Center North (UCN}, Employment Area Valley (EAV}, and Employment Area Industrial (EAi}. g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? N/A, non-project action. The updated Critical Areas Ordinance would not apply to wetlands, streams and lakes located within shoreline jurisdiction. h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. N/ A, non-project action i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? N/A, non-project action j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? N/A, non-project action k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: N/A, non- project action I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: N/A, non-project action. The purpose of the Critical Area Ordinance update is to ensure that the City's Critical Areas Regulations are consistent with Best Available Science. 9. HOUSING a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A, non-project action b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A, non-project action c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: N/A, non- project action 10. AESTHETICS a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed. N/A, non-project action -9 - b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? N/A, non- project action c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: N/A, non- project action 11. LIGHT AND GLARE a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? N/A, non-project action b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? N/ A, non-project action c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? N/A, non-project action d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action 12. RECREATION a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? N/A, non-project action b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. N/A, non-project action c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: N/A, non-project action. Measures are included in the updated Critical Areas Ordinance to permit the development of low impact recreational facilities (i.e. trails) within critical area buffers to allow for passive recreation activities within these preserved natural areas. 13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national state, or local preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action • 10 • b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. N/A, non- project action c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action 14. TRANSPORTATION a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. N/A, non-project action b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? N/A, non-project action c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? N/A, non-project action d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private? N/A, non-project action e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. N/A, non-project action g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action 15. PUBLIC SERVICES a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. N/ A, non-project action 16. UTILITIES · 11 · a. b. Circle utilities currentl available at the site: ~ctr~city, natural gas, water, ref us~ rv1ce, telephone, sanitary sew eptic system, tl,e1. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be needed. N/A, non-project action C. SIGNATURE I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true, correct, and complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of non-significance that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any willful misrepresentation or willful lack of full disclosure on my part. Proponent Signature: C. ~Iv·\ (.-~ Name Printed: C. [;. "L.ivtp " /17 n ( e.,,_. c-, Date: 0 3-:J. l/-/!,- -12 - D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEETS FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (These sheets should only be used for actions involving decisions on policies, plans and ro rams. You do not need to fill out these sheets for ro·ect actions. Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list of the elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms. l. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? The proposed updated Critical Areas Ordinance itself would not increase water discharges, emissions ta air, storage/production/release af hazardous substances, or increased noise production. This ordinance includes regulations applicable to development proposals that may result in discharges to water, emissions ta air, storage/production/release of hazardous substances or noise production. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: The proposed regulations would increase buffers along streams and wetlands, which would provide greater protection ta these critical areas from discharges ta surface water than are provided under the current Critical Area Regulations. Additional mitigation measures may be implemented during the land use permit review far project specific proposals. 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? The proposed regulations are anticipated ta benefit plants, animals, fish and marine lift as the regulations would include increased buffers along streams and wetlands far development proposals. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: The increased buffers along streams and wetlands proposed in the updated Critical Areas Ordinance would provide greater protection ta plants, animals, fish and marine life than are currently provided under the existing Critical Areas Regulations. Additional construction related impacts associated with future development will be analyzed and mitigated at the time of project specific proposal. 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? The updated Critical Areas Regulations would not deplete energy or natural resources. The increased buffers proposed under these regulations would provide greater protection far natural resources from development proposals than are currently provided under the existing Critical Areas Regulations. Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: Mitigation will be determined at the time of a specific project proposal. 4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or -13 - cultural sites, wetlands, flood plains, or prime farmlands? The proposed regulotions would increase buffers along streams and wetlands and require additional building setbacks, which would provide greater protection to these environmentally sensitive areas than are currently provided under the existing Critical Areas Regulations. Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: Increased buffer requirements and additional building setback requirements for development proposals adjacent to streams and wetlands. 5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? The updated Critical Areas Regulations would be consistent with Best Available Science and require increased buffers and building setbacks along streams and wetlands (not within shoreline jurisdiction). The implementation of these regulations would result in less developable area on sites adjacent to critical areas. Many streams in the City eventually drain into streams and lakes that are within shoreline jurisdiction, therefore by providing greater protection to streams and wetlands upstream of shoreline areas would result in beneficial impacts to streams and lakes within shoreline jurisdiction. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: The proposed regulations include increased buffers and building setbacks for development proposals adjacent to streams and wetlands, which would reduce the impacts to shoreline areas from development occurring upstream. 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? The proposed updated Critical Areas Ordinance is not anticipated to increase demands on transportation or utilities. Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: The updated Critical Areas Regulations would require increased buffers and building setbacks along streams and wetlands The implementation of these regulations wauld result in less developable area on sites adjacent to streams and wetland than would be permitted under the current regulations, which would decrease the future demand on transportation and utilities resulting from development proposals. 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. No conflicts have been identified. SIGNATURE I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true, correct, and complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of non-significance that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any willful misrepresentation or willful lfck of full disclosrre on my part. Proponent Signature: C ~, \. j ., "'~; -14 - Name Printed: Date: {)~ .. ,). '-1-1 s- -15 - LUA If-oo O)f'J City of Renton RECEIVED LAND USE PERMIT MAR 26 ZOIS MASTER APPLICATION c~,~;N~!GRo~:~iN PROPERTY OWNER(S) PROJECT INFORMATION NAME: PROJECT OR DEVELOPMENT NAME: Critical Area Ordinance Update PROJECT/ADDRESS(S)/LOCATION AND ZIP CODE: All ADDRESS: properties within the Citv of Renton Citv limits PARCEL NUMBER: N/A CITY: ZIP: APPLICANT (if other than owner) EXISTING LAND USE($): Many, including Single Family NAME: City of Renton Residential, Multi-Family, Large and Small Scale Commercial, Industrial, Public, and vacant. COMPANY (if applicable): PROPOSED LAND USE(S): n/a EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION: ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way All Comprehensive Plan Designations, Critical Areas Reaulations are annlicable Citvwide. PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION CITY: Renton, WA ZIP: 98057 (if applicable) n/a EXISTING ZONING: All zoning designations, Critical Areas TELEPHONE NUMBER: Regulations are applicable Citywide. CONTACT PERSON PROPOSED ZONING (if applicable): n/a NAME: Jill Ding SITE AREA (in square feet): Citywide SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PUBLIC ROADWAYS TO BE COMPANY (ii applicable): Planning Division -Department of Community and Economic DEDICATED: N/A Development SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PRIVATE ACCESS EASEMENTS: ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way N/A CITY: Renton, WA ZIP: 98057 PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DENSITY IN UNITS PER NET ACRE (if applicable): nla TELEPHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS: (425) 430-NUMBER OF PROPOSED LOTS (if applicable): N/A 6598 jding@rentonwa.gov NUMBER OF NEW DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): NIA -I -06/09 PF ECT INFORMATION (conti1 1d) --~-----~-----------~ NUMBER OF EXISTING DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): PROJECT VALUE: N/A Estimated 1,386 SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL IS THE SITE LOCATED IN ANY TYPE OF BUILDINGS (if applicable): N/A ENVIRONMENTALLY CRITICAL AREA, PLEASE INCLUDE SQUARE FOOTAGE (if applicable): No SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): N/A D AQUIFIER PROTECTION AREA ONE SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL D AQUIFIER PROTECTION AREA TWO BUILDINGS (if applicable): N/A D FLOOD HAZARD AREA N/A sq. ft. SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): N/A D GEOLOGIC HAZARD N/A sq. ft. NET FLOOR AREA ON NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if D HABITAT CONSERVATION N/A sq. ft. applicable):N/A D SHORELINE STREAMS & LAKES N/A lin. ft. NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES TO BE EMPLOYED BY THE NEW PROJECT (if applicable):N/A D WETLANDS N/A sq. ft. LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY (Attach legal description on separate sheet with the following information included) SITUATE IN THE QUARTER OF SECTION~ TOWNSHIP_, RANGE~ IN THE CITY OF RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON TYPE OF APPLICATION & FEES List all land use applications being applied for: 1. Environmental Review 3. 2. 4. Staff will calculate applicable fees: $ AFFIDAVIT OF OWNERSHIP I, (Print Name/s) Chi Vincent , declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that I am (please check one)_ the current owner of the property involved in this application or ~X_ the authorized representative to act for a corporation (please attach proof of authorization) and that the foregoing statements and answers herein contained and the information herewith are in all respects true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. ' l .... J C ~ c;-·~J '--_sj- (Signature of Owner/Representative) (Signature of Owner/Representative) I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that _______ _ signed this instrument and acknowledge it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. My appointment expires: ________ _ -2 -06/09