HomeMy WebLinkAboutLUA-07-074_Report 1PARTIES OF RECORD
PSE TRANSMISSION LINE RELOCATE
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Brad Thomas
NALS
920 Garden Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
tel: (805) 963-2884
eml: Ext. 22
(party of record)
Jeff McMeekin
Puget Sound Energy
PO box 97034 / EST-llW
Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
(applicant/ contact)
Updated: 12/31/07
Wal-Mart
PO BOX 8050 / MS 0550
Betonville, AR 72712
(owner)
Karen Walter
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
Fisheries Department
39015 172nd Avenue SE
Auburn, WA 98092
(party of record)
Puget Sound Energy/ Puget
Western, Inc.
19515 N Creek Parkway ste:
#310
Bothell, WA 98011
(owner)
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Andrea Petzel
Neil Watts
03/19/2008 11:38 AM
Changes to the PSE Pole Relocation Plan
Jennifer Henning; Kayren Kittrick; Michael Dotson; Ronald Straka
I wanted to give you a status update for the PSE pole relocation project before I leave. The site plan was changed
. and a decision needs to be made as to how to mitigate for the impacts. Specifically, is the road going to be
permanent or temporary? Kayren approved clearing and grading for a road to go in on the south side of l-405,
between the creek and the road, where originally this was an area where stream/wetland buffer restoration was to
happen. There will be changes to the amount of impacts to critical areas and the restoration plan, and this needs to
be reviewed and approved ... perhaps by our consultants? The plan won't get to me before I leave so 111 be unable to
do the review.
It's unclear to me if the road is permanent, or if they are going to replant it after the pole relocation is finished. I
suspect the road will stay; it's enough grading to make it worth their while to keep it. The overall impacts could be
less significant than what was proposed, but I don't know because I don't have the information. The issues that need
to be resolved are:
• Impacts to the wetland buffer, stream buffer and potential changes the mitigation and restoration plan. Possibly
the credits used in the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank will change (could be more, could be less) and the
applicant should provide a new letter stating how many credits will be used from the Bank. A copy of the letter
should go to Ron Straka.
• More trees were removed from critical areas than originally proposed. This should be mitigated for in the new
restoration plan.
• A utility permit was required, but bypassed because changes came in under their franchise permit. Therefore,
utility work began before a surety device was collected, which was supposed to be in place prior to issuing any
kind of utility construction permit. I'm concerned that because we don't have a surety device and they don't need
any more permits from us there isn't any real incentive for them to do the restoration work.
Once the decision has been made about the road, PSE should be contacted ASAP. Mike is the plan reviewer for the
project and we've been working very closely together on this, so he's aware of all the restoration issues and can fill
you in on the details once I leave. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Andrea
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February 13, 2008
Puget Sound Energy
PO Box 90868, EST-04W
Bellevue, Washington 98009-0868
Attention: John Rorabacher, PE
Subject: Geologic Critical Areas Monitoring Plan
Talbot Hill Transmission Line Project
Renton, Washington
GE! File No. 0186-710-02
INTRODUCTION
This letter provides our recommendations for geologic critical areas hazard monitoring for the proposed
Talbot Hill Transmission Line Project in Renton, Washington. The project consists of reconfiguring the
existing transmission lines in the vicinity of 1-405 to allow for the expansion of the freeway. This will
require construction of access roads near existing steep slope, erosion and landslide hazard areas.
MONITORING PLAN
GcoEngineers will complete site visits on a bi-weekly basis during access road construction and on a
quarterly basis for a period of 5 years following construction. Our site visits will be completed to observe
and evaluate geologic critical areas to determine if they have been impacted or negatively affected by access
road construction. Our observations will include looking for evidence of erosion or landsliding, and,
providing recommendations for mitigation or repair of these areas. We will submit bi-weekly field reports
during construction and quarterly field reports following construction to Puget Sound Energy and the City of
Renton to document our observations and evaluations.
Significant portions of the completed transmission line an<l access road site will be disturbed by others as part
of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) I-405 expansion project. WSDOT will
provide monitoring for those areas c.isturbed by their construction. GeoEngineers will continue morjtoring
those areas not disturbed by WSDOT for the 5 year observation period following access road construction.
We trust this plan meets your needs at this time.
Respectfully submitted,
GeoEngineers, Inc.
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Andrea Petzel -F\V: PSE Talbot Hill L ls -Monitoring Plan
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"McMcckin, Jeff J" <jeff.mcrneekin@pse.com>
"Andrea Petzel" <APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us>
02/14/2008 9:15 AM
Sub_ject: FW: PSE Talbot Hill Roads -Monitoring Plan
Andrea,
The attached plan is for your file.
Jeff
From: Tim Bailey [mailto:tbailey@geoengineers.com]
Sent: Thursday, February 14, 2008 9:01 AM
To: Rorabacher, John D; McMeekin, Jeff J; Shaun Stauffer
Subject: PSE Talbot Hill Roads -Monitoring Plan
As I discussed with Jeff earlier this week, attached is our slope monitoring plan. Let me know if you have questions.
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Nancy Thompson being first duly sworn, upon oath, deposes and states:
That on the 24'11 day of January 2008, affiant deposited via the United States Mail a
sealed envelope(s) containing a decision or recommendation with postage prepaid,
addressed to the parties of record in the below entitled application or petition.
Signature:
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this !, tlltday of , 2008.
Application, Petition or Case No.: Puget Sound Energy Transmission Line Relocation
LUA 07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
The Decision or Recommendation contains a complete list of the Parties of Record.
HEARING EXAMINER'S REPORT
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Minutes
OWNERS:
APPLICANT:
PROJECT NAME:
LOCATION:
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
OFFICE OF THE HEARING EXAMINER
CITY OF RENTON
Puget Western, Inc. & Puget Sound Energy
19515 N Creek Parkway, Ste. 310
Bothell, WA 98011
Wal-Mart (Sam's Club)
PO Box 8050/MS 0550
Betonville, AR 72712
Jeff McMeckin
PO Box 97034/EST-l l W
Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
January 24, 2008
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) Transmission Line Relocation
File No.: LUA 07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Area I: Upper Thunder Hills Creed, east of 1-405 on Talbot
Hill (781,000 SF)
Area 2: Lower Thunder Hills Creek, west ofl-405, Sam's
Club parking lot (112,500 SF)
Area 3: South of 1-405 and east of Talbot Road (140,000 SF)
Applicants have requested approval of two variances from the
Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound
Energy (PSE) transmission lines to allow for the widening of
Jnterstate-405.
Development Services Recommendation: Approve with
conditions
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REPORT: The Development Services Report was received hy the
Examiner on January 3, 2008.
PUBLIC HEARING: 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
The following minutes are a summary of the January 8, 2008 hearing.
The legal record is recorded on CD.
The hearing opened on Tuesday, January 8, 2008, at I :31 p.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:
PSE Transmission Pole Relocation
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January 24, 2008
Page 2
Exhibit No. 1: Project file containing the original
application, reports, staff comments and other
documentation nertinent to this request.
Exhibit No. 3: Tree Cutting/Land Clearin2: Plan
Exhibit No. 5: Miti1>ation Plan Schedule
Exhibit No. 7: Miti2:ation Imoact SummaTV Plan
Exhibit No. 9: Environmental Review Committee
Mitigation Measures
Exhibit No. 11: Staff Review Comments for the
Stream/Wetland Maintenance and Monitoring Plans
Exhibit No. 2: Mitigation Cover Sheet
Exhibit No. 4: Miti2:ation Reoort Sheet
Exhibit No. 6: Mitigation Landscape Plan
Exhibit No. 8: WSDOT Wetland Miti2:ation Letter
Exhibit No. 10: Correspondence between Karen
Walter, Muckleshoot Tribe and JeffMcMeekin, PSE.
Exhibit No. 12: Cut and Fill Totals from PSE.
The hearing opened with a presentation of the staff report by Andrea Petzel, Senior Planner, Development
Services, City of Renton, 1055 S Grady Way, Renton, Washington 98055. The applicant has requested two
variances from the Critical Areas Regulations to allow for the relocation of seven Puget Sound Energy
transmission lines to allow the widening ofl-405. The variances are to allow for temporary and permanent
impacts to stream buffers and geologic hazards or slopes that are greater than 40%. The size, location and
height of the structures are all subject to change. The transmission lines touch three zones in the City of Renton,
one is the Commercial Arterial, the R-8 Single-Family Residential zone, and the Residential Multiple-Family
zone. There are nine tax parcels involved, eight owned by PSE and one by Wal-Mart which is the area by
Sam's Club.
The overall project has been divided into three areas; 1. the upper Thunder Hills Creek area, 2. the lower
Thunder Hills Creek area, and 3. the area south ofl-405 and east of Talbot Road. The project would impact five
wetland areas, four streams, and couple areas of critical slopes.
The Environmental Review Committee issues a Determination of Non-Significance-Mitigated with 9 mitigation
measures. No appeals were filed.
Special review criteria are required for both variances (see: RMC 4-9-250 b 10). There are 10 criteria for each of
the variances, both variances do meet the criteria listed. There is a clear need for these transmission lines, the
public's health, safety and welfare is best served with having electrical service delivered to their homes.
The project conforms to the Comprehensive Plan and all reasonable efforts have been made to minimize and
compensate for unavoidable impacts.
The maintenance and monitoring plan needs to be adhered to before staff can approve these plans. On Exhibit
11 a performance standard needs to be included to address the wetland hydrology and provide quantifiable
performance standards that are applicable to the first four quarters of the monitoring period. If the monitoring
period were not successful, if they are not meeting established performance standards, it would stop until the
project does meet these standards and then restarts. The requirement is for five years successful maintenance
and monitoring.
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Janua1y 24, 2008
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Under Criteria A, public policies have been evaluated and has been determined by the Department
Administrator that the public health, safety and welfare is best served. The airport staff recommended that an
obstruction light be placed on the tallest pole on top of Talbot Hill to warn pilots of airspace obstruction. The
new poles do protrude into air space and without lighting.
Chris Brown, PSE, PO Box 90868 EST/05E, Bellevue, WA 98009-0868 stated that the timeline for the project
is that they will be out ofWSDOT's way by May 2008. WSDOT will award the I-405 project contract to a
design builder in October 2008. PSE would like to have approval of this permit and be able to start work the
first week of February 2008.
They currently are working on a stormwater control plan. A drawing has been submitted.
Kayren Kittrick stated that the large culvert that serves Thunder Hill collapsed, under the pressure of the recent
rain storm and erosion that has occurred because of some of the other work that occurred with I-405, the culvert
was severely damaged. New piping has been required and should be installed by May. All of this work is also
being done to accommodate the build-out of I-405. City of Renton will be looking out for erosion control and
whatever the final design may be, that is where the water quality and drainage control issues will be settled.
Chris Brown stated that they are designing the project to minimize the impact on the entire area. They have
reduced some of the structures and have tried to not vary from the existing routes of transmission lines. They
have tried to alter the poles to gain the height or clearance from whatever wall or obstruction that may be in the
area. They are planning for the future and do not want to have to move poles again.
In the wetland areas they are considering the use of steel polls so they will not have to get in there again in the
near future. Based on weather conditions, the poles will not last forever, they are trying to maximize the
materials life and minimize the amount of time to make changes.
They do have a finalized construction plan. They are ready to go to construction. They are trying to minimize
the impacts to the access roads.
John Rorabacher, PSE, PO Box 90868 EST/05E, Bellevue, WA 98009-0868 stated that regarding the permanent
cut and fills versus the temporary cut and fills, the temporary cut and fills are not in addition to the permanent
cut and fills but they are included in the large cut and fill numbers on the report. The permanent cut and fills
will both be less than 500 yards each. At one point the cut and fills were considerably larger than this, they have
managed to reduce the size. The current soil reports show no indication of bedrock in the area.
Chris Brown stated that they are going to be using helicopters in some areas where it has been deemed both
financially and physically impossible to get to without building roads across wetlands and creeks.
John Gage, 415 I 18th Avenue SE, Bellevue, WA 98005 stated that the steep slopes would be restored with
native vegetation and erosion control fabric. The fabric is like netting, made of cloth. It is a blanket that is laid
out that establishes instant erosion control. In conjunction with large shrub plantings or woody plantings it
establishes a long-term effect. In areas where there are steep slopes, there is the added benefit of while waiting
for the shrub layer to grow and mature, there is the temporary effect of how a hydroseed makes a grass that
holds a temporary root system in place.
John Rorabacher stated that they arc not creating anything steeper than what is currently on site.
PSE Transmission Pole Relocation
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Andrea Petzel stated that some of the steep slopes might be in areas where there are stream buffers or the
mitigated temporary wetland mitigation measures and there might be some erosion control measures happening
with that.
Celeste Botha, 2025 S Norman Street, Seattle, WA 98144 stated that her area of expertise is not steep slopes but
the only area that she recalls any construction being in a designated steep slope is the area by Sam's Club. That
area above the wetland and the stream where there is going to be some type of fill activity in order to allow for
access. The bridge is not a steep slope issue at all. One of the things that will mitigate any steep slope or
erosion issues with those slopes that should be mentioned is that the stream in that location is entirely within a
concrete lined "flume" which extends above the ground, therefore any material that came down the slope would
not find it's way into the stream at that location. There are no steep slopes in areas where access roads are to be
constructed.
Kayren Kittrick, Development Services stated that in taking a look at their maps, it appears that they have done
their work, there could always be a pit down there that was not on a map, but looking at soils, bedrock along
their alignment is a good indication that coal mines are not an issue at this time.
They still need the final plans from the applicant along with their franchise permit.
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 2:23 p.m.
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS & RECOMMENDATION
Having reviewed the record in this matter, the Examiner now makes and enters the following:
FINDINGS:
1. The applicant, Puget Sound Energy (PSE), filed a request for variances from Critical Areas Regulations.
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 Exhibit #I.
3. The Environmental Review Committee (ERC), the City's responsible official issued a Determination of
Non-Significance -Mitigated (DNS-M).
4. The subject proposal was reviewed by all departments with an interest in the matter.
5. The proposal encompasses three (3) separate but related areas that straddle I-405. They have been
identified as:
Area l -Upper Thunder Hills Creek, east ofl-405 on Talbot Hill (781,000 SF)
Area 2 -Lower Thunder Hills Creek, west ofl-405, Sam's Club parking lot (112,500 SF)
Area 3 -South ofl-405 and east of Talbot Road (140,000 SF)
More specifically they have been defined as:
Area 1 -Upper Thunder Hills Creek, the area east ofl-405 on Talbot Hill.
The main access road to the existing 230 kV structure is to be resurfaced and maintained as a permanent
road, all other road surface areas would be restored. Quantities of fill are unknown at this time. A
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condition from the Environmental Review Committee requires that the applicant present information on
fill quantities at the time of the public hearing. Critical areas that would be impacted include wetlands
A, B, and C, Thunder Hills Creek, and steep slopes.
Area 2 -Lower Thunder Hills Creek, the area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking
lot.
This area would require significant grading for temporary construction access, some to occur on steep
slopes. The project proposal includes constructing a temporary crossing bridge over the Thunder Hills
Creek flume in the rear of the Sam's Club parking lot. A design for the crossing is not currently
available. Temporary construction roads would be built on steep slopes, and the roads and disturbed
areas would be restored with native vegetation, but not re-contoured, because PSE would like to reserve
the right to access their facilities (poles) in the event of an emergency. Critical areas include Thunder
Hills Creek, a wetland and steep slopes.
Area 3 -Sooth ofl-405 and east of Talbot Road.
This area would be accessed off of Talbot Road right-of way, through an existing office development.
Access off Talbot Road would be permanent; all other disturbed areas would be restored. Wetland fill
would occur at this site, the impacts of which would be mitigated through credits at the Springbrook
Creek Wetland Mitigation Bank. A new road is proposed in this area, which has protected slopes.
6. These sites are part of much larger powerline corridor. These corridors pass through three zoning
districts: CA (Commercial Arterial), R-8 (Residential/Single Family) and RM-T (Multifamily -
Traditional).
7. Puget Sound Energy owns eight of the parcels and Sam's Club owns the ninth parcel but has granted
PSE an easement.
8. The three areas contain a variety of critical areas including five (5) wetlands, four (4) streams and
protected slopes. The proposed project would cause both temporary and permanent changes to some of
these features. Wetland loss would be mitigated through the use of the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation
Bank while other changes would be accommodated by onsite mitigation including upgrading wetland or
replanting native vegetation. In addition to permits from the City of Renton, the applicant will be
seeking permits from the City of Tukwila, King County and the Army Corps.
9. The project was triggered by the proposed widening ofl-405 by the Washington State Department of
Transportation (WSDOT). The widening of I-405 will require that PSE actually remove and
reconstruct, some of the towers that support the power lines that cross over I-405. The work will
remove 32 poles and install 28 new poles.
I 0. The work will require the reconstruction of existing access roads and the construction of some new or
temporary access roads. In addition, in some areas, helicopter installation will be used. A helicopter
cannot be used for much of the work due to the web of overhead, high-tension power lines.
11. Staff review shows that a variety of work will occur in these various areas and different regulations
apply. Both permanent and temporary impacts to stream buffers require a variance while impacts found
greater than I 0% to geologic hazard (steep slopes) areas are also not exempt. The approval of any
development permit allowing work around streams requires setting aside the area in a Native Growth
Protection Area. While slope areas may not generally require creating a Native Growth Protechon Area
(NGPA), when associated with stream or lake buffers, then they are required to be set aside as an
NGPA. Where less than 2,200 square feet of wetland is disturbed or modified, the work is exempt as
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12.
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long as mitigation is provided and this will occur with the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank.
The power line corridors have been in place for a long time and were established to provide service to
both residents and businesses including Boeing and Paccar.
Staff from the Renton Municipal Airport stated that the existing and new poles penetrate the FAR Part
77 airspace. None of the existing transmission towers have red flashing lights. Because of the change
in height, staff recommends as a condition of approval that an obstruction light be installed on the tallest
pole at the top of Talbot Hill to warn pilots of airspace obstruction.
A Biological Assessment was done and no habitat for endangered, protected, or sensitive species would
be jeopardized.
The towers and their placement are not anticipated to create any impact on water quality or flow once
mitigation and remediation have been accomplished.
The applicant will create a wetland and stream buffer mitigation plan and monitoring will be required
for a successful 5 years.
The staff report contains the following mitigation and enhancement table for stream corridors:
Location Req'd Category SF Direct SF of Direct SF of SF Buffer Ratio SF Voluntary
Buffer Stream Buffer Impact Temporary Restoration Buffer
Impact Buffer Impact Enhancement
1 75' Ill 0 2,318 2,318 I: 1 4,937
2 75' III 0 240 6,744 6,744 I: 1 2,544
3 35' IV 0 0 0 1:1 80,38
Thunder 75' III 0 429 25,880 25,880 1:1 2,032
Hills Creek
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TOTAL 0 669 34.942 34,942 17,551
The recent heavy rains, flooding and erosion did cause problems to a culvert under 1-405 in this vicinity.
Attribution for the failure has not been fully determined.
CONCLUSIONS:
I. First, it is obvious that the provision of electricity is needed for residential consumers, commercial
enterprises and governmental and emergency services. Second, the general alignment of these power
line corridors was established in the past when environmental regulations were not prominent and there
was less attention paid to critical areas and, third, a short route was a consideration in siting these lines.
As noted above, the applicant also considered helicopter work but the high-tension power lines already
in place make such an approach impractical or hazardous for much of the work. With those factors in
play, it is clear that the proposed work needs to be done and variances are necessary to accommodate
that work. At the same time, the impacts to these critical areas should be minimized and restoration
necessary when areas are disturbed. The reasons to minimize intrusion and permanent changes or
restore area are that the wetlands prevent downstream flooding, creeks are necessary to feed wetland for
habitat and critical facilities could be damaged if steep slopes erode or fail.
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2. The criteria for reviewing these variances are contained in the following sections:
RMC 4-9-250B. IO Special Review Criteria ~ Public/Quasi-Public Utility or Agency Altering
Stream/Lake Regnlations:
a. Public Policies have been evaluated and it has been determined by the Department
Administrator that the public's health, safety and welfare is best served.
b. Each facility must conform to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and with any adopted puhlic
programs and policies.
c. Each facility must serve established, identified public needs.
d. No practical alternative exists to meet the needs.
e. The proposed action takes affirmative and appropriate measures to minimize and compensate
for unavoidable impacts.
f The proposed activity results in no net loss of regulated wetland or stream/lake area, value, or
function in the drainage basin where the wetland, stream or lake is located.
g. The proposed activities will not jeopardize the continued existence of endangered, threatened or
sensitive species as listed by the Federal government or the State.
h. That the proposed activities will not cause significant degradation of groundwater or surface
water quality.
i. The approval as determined by the Hearing Examiner is a minimum variance that will
accomplish the desired purpose.
j. The proposed variance is based on consideration of the best available science as described in
WAC 365-195-905; or where there is an absence of valid scientific information, the stems in
RMC 4-9-250F are followed.
2) RMC 4-9-250B. l O Special Review Criteria -Public/Quasi-Public Utility or Agency Altering
Geologic Hazards Regnlations:
k. Public Policies have been evaluated and it has been determined by the Department
Administrator that the public's health, safety and welfare is best served.
I.Each facility must conform to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and with any
adopted public programs and policies.
m. Each facility must serve established, identified public needs.
11. No practical alternative exists to meet the needs.
o. The proposed action takes affirmative and appropriate measures to minimize and compensate
for unavoidable impacts.
p. The proposed activity results in no net loss of regulated wetland or stream/lake area, value. or
fimction in the drainage basin where the wetland, stream or lake is located.
Not applicable.
q. The proposed activities will not jeopardize the continued existence of endangered, threatened or
sensitive species as listed by the Federal government or the State.
r. That the proposed activities will not cause significant degradation of groundwater or surface
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water quality.
s. The approval as determined by the Hearing Examiner is a minimum variance that will
accomplish the desired purpose.
t. The proposed variance is based on consideration of the best available science as described in
WAC 365-195-905; or where there is an absence of valid scientific information, the stems in
RMC 4-9-250F are followed
3. As noted above, these power lines provide critical needed electricity. The provision of electricity is
compatible with the goals and polices of the comprehensive plan. In addition, the applicant has worked
with various experts to design the work along the streams, near or in wetland areas and on steep slopes
to minimize intrusions and to restore disturbed areas in compliance with the goals and policies of the
comprehensive plan regarding sensitive and critical areas or habitat areas. No endangered, protected or
sensitive species would be affected by this work. Also as noted, these corridors have been in place for a
long time and a large, elaborate infrastructure and interconnection already exists on either side of 1-405
and these critical areas. This is the only real practical route and location. The proposal will not result in
the loss of stream buffer areas and enhancements are proposed.
4. Monitoring for wetland areas is proposed although the same was not proposed to monitor slope
restoration. The applicant will be working on and around very steep slopes and will be disturbing
vegetation on those areas. A monitoring program mirroring the one for wetland and streams seems
appropriate to assure that no erosion, slope failure or vegetation loss occurs for five years.
5. The applicant appears to have consulted with appropriate experts in various geologic fields to assure
that "best science" was applied to the proposal.
6. In conclusion, the proposed work will undoubtedly impact critical areas as there is no way to avoid
working in and around these areas given the preexisting infrastructure and the limitations in conveying
power from remote locations to where it is ultimately required. The proposal appears to balance those
needs in a reasonable fashion. It would appear that the tradeoffs of continued, reliable power and the
impacts as mitigated in the proposal are appropriate.
DECISION:
The Variances are approved subject to the following conditions:
I. The applicant shall comply with the conditions imposed by the ERC.
2. The applicant shall revise and resubmit the wetland/stream mitigation plan once it has been
revised to meet code requirements.
3. An obstruction light shall be installed on the tallest pole at the top of Talbot Hill to warn pilots
of airspace obstruction.
4. The applicant shall create a slope mitigation plan and monitoring that mirrors the one required
for the stream and wetland areas and it will be required for 5 years.
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ORDERED THIS 24'" day of January 2008.
FREDJ.KA~ J
HEARING E INER
TRANSMITTED THIS 24th day of January 2008 to the parties of record:
Andrea Petzel
1055 S Grady Way
Renton, WA 98055
JeffMcMeekin
PO Box 79034/EST-11 W
Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
John Rorabacher/Puget Sound Energy
PO Box 90868 EST/05E
Bellevue, WA 98009-0868
Brad Thomas
NALS
920 Garden Street
Santa Barbara, CA 9310 I
Kayren Kittrick
1055 S Grady Way
Renton, WA 98055
Wal-Mart (Sam's Club)
PO Box 8050/MS 0550
Betonville, AR 72712
John Gage
415 118'" Avenue SE
Bellevue, WA 98005
Karen Walter
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
Fisheries Dept.
39015 172"' Ave SE
Auburn, WA 98092
Puget Western Inc., & Puget Sound Energy
19515 N Creek Parkway, Ste. 310
Bothell, WA 98011
Chris Brown/ Puget Sound Energy
PO Box 90868 EST/05E
Bellevue, WA 98009-0868
Celeste Botha
2025 S Norman Street
Seattle, WA 98144
TRANSMITTED THIS 24th day of January 2008 to the following:
Mayor Denis Law
Jay Covington, Chief Administrative Officer
Julia Medzegian, Council Liaison
Gregg Zimmerman, PBPW Administrator
Alex Pietsch, Economic Development
Jennifer Henning, Development Services
Stacy Tucker, Development Services
Renton Reporter
Robert Van Horne, Deputy Fire Chief
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 IOOGofthe City's Code, reguest for reconsideration must be filed in
writing on or before 5:00 p.m., February 7, 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
request 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.
PSE Transmission Pole Relocation
File No.: LUA-07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
January 24, 2008
Page 10
An appeal to the City Council is governed by Title N, 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 .• February 7. 2008.
If the Examiner's Recommendation or Decision contains the requirement for Restrictive Covenants, the
executed Coveuants will be required prior to approval by City Council or final processing of the file. You
may contact this office for information on formatting covenants.
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.
STAFF
REPORT
Project Name:
Owner(s):
Applicant:
File Number:
Project Description:
Project Location:
City of Renton
Department of Planning I Building I Public Works
PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) Transmission Line Relocation
Puget Western, Inc & Puget Sound Energy; WalMart (Sam's Club)
Jeff McMeekin, P.O. Box 97034/EST-l l W, Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
LUA07-074 V-H, V-H, ECF Project Manager: Andrea Petzel, Associate Planner
The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two Hearing Examiner
Variances from the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of7 Puget Sound Energy
(PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of Interstate-405. The proposal would
involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access
roads are proposed to be constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site
contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed project wonld result in
permanent and temporary impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their
associated buffer areas. All permanent wetland impacts would be mitigated through the
Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank. Permanent stream, slope and temporary wetland
impacts would be mitigated onsite.
Area l -Upper Thunder Hills Creek, east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill (781,000 SF)
Area 2 -Lower Thunder Hills Creek, west ofl-405, Sam's Club parking lot (112,500 SF)
Area 3 -South ofl-405 and east of Talbot Road (140,000 SF)
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STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF KING }
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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
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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 December 19, 2007.
The full amount of the fee charged for said foregoing publication is
the sum of $147.00.
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NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINArION
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
COMMITI'EE AND PUBLIC HEARING
RENTON. WASHINGTON
The Environmental Review Commiuee
has issued a Determination of Non-
Significancc-Mitigated for the following
project under the authority of the Renton
Municipal Code.
PSE Transmission Line Relocation
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF Location:
Area 1 -Upper Thunder Hills Creek, cast
of 1-405 on Talbot Hill; Arca 2 -Lower
Thunder Hills Creek, west of 1-405 near
Sam's Club parking lot; Area 3 -South
of 1-405 and eahl of Talbot road. The
applicant is requesting Environmental
(SEPA) Review and two Hearing
Examiner Variances from the Critical
Areas Regulations for the relocation of
7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission
lines to allow for the widening of 1-
405. The proposal would involve
the removal of 31 PSE poles and the
replacement with 28 poles. Some poles
would increase in height, and structural
footprint. In addition, access roads are
proposed to be constructed to maintain
the relocated poles. The overall project
site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams, and
protected slopes. The proposed project
would result in pennancnt and temporary
impacts to protected slopes, wetlands,
streams, and their associated buffer areas.
All pennanem wetland impacts will
be mitigated through the Springbrook
Wetland Mitigation Rank. Permanent
stream, slope and temporary wetland
impacts will be mitigated onsite.
Appeals of the environmental detennination
must be filed in writing on or before 5:00
PM on January 2, 2008. Appeals must be
filed in writing together with the required
$75.00 application fee with: Hearing
Examiner, City of Renton, JOSS South
Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals
to the Examiner are governed by City of
Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.B.
Additional information regarding the appeal
process may be obtained from the Renton
City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510.
A Public Hearing will be held by the
Renton Hearing Examiner in the Council
Chambers, City Hall, on January 8. 2008 at
1 :30 PM to consider the Variances. If the
Environmental Determination is appealed,
the appeal will be heard as part of this public
hearing. lntcrcsted parties are invited to
attend the puh!ic hearing.
Published in the Renton Reporter on
December 19, 2007. #30767
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CITY OF RENTON
CURRENT PLANNING DIVISION
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAILING
On the 31st day of December, 2007, 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
Puget Sound Energy/Puget Western, Inc.
Wal-Mart
Jeff McMeekin, PSE
Brad Thomas
Karen Walter -Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
(Signature of Sender):_~~-
STATE OF WASHINGTON )
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COUNTY OF KING )
Owner
Owner
Applicant/Contact
POR
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Project Name: PSE Transmission Line Relocation
Project Number: LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Representin!l
Andrea Petzel -Re: PSE Springbrook Mitigation
From:
To:
Date:
Subject:
Ronald Straka
Andrea Petzel
01/02/2008 10:13:44 AM
Re: PSE Springbrook Mitigation
I reviewed the WSDOT letter and verified that they are using the correct credit ratio for category of wetland
impacts vs credit required per impact area.
>» Andrea Petzel 12/31/2007 7:40 AM>»
Ron,
Yes, the areas are correct. Can you please verify that the credit ratio is correct for the mitigation bank?
The credit ratio for onsite mitigation is incorrect, so I'd like to be sure the Springbrook ratio is right.
Thanks,
Andrea
>» Ronald Straka 12/13/07 8:42 AM >»
Please verify that the areas for wetland and buffer impacts listed in the letter match those described in the
wetland reports provided by PSE. I haven't responded because I need you to verify that the impacted
wetland and buffer areas are correct. Your note indicated that PSE had not submitted a permit application
yet, so I wasn't sure that the areas were correct.
Assuming the areas are correct, the wetland and associated buffer impacts to wetlands 2.9L, A and 2.82R
can be mitigated for in the Springbrook Creek Wetland and Habitat Mitigation Bank. WSDOT share of
credits would be reduced 0.038 credit. WSDOT has sufficient number of credits that they own, which have
been released to date by the Bank Oversight Committee (BOC), to allow the wetland impacts to use the
Springbrook Bank.
The wetland buffer impacts to wetlands B and C will need to be mitigated for on-site by buffer
enhancement or creation of new buffer in accordance with our Wetland Ordinance. The Wetland
Mitigation Bank Instrument does not define the number of credits required per impacts that are related to
just buffer area and for the various types of buffers. The letter regarding the 1-405 to SR 169 Stage 2
Mitigation for Overhead Power Relocations from Stacy Trussler dated October 17, 2007 does not describe
how the wetland only buffer impacts to wetland B and C will be mitigated for by the project. The impacts
are small and maybe no mitigation is required by City Code, which you will have to determine.
Wetland areas that are impacted and their associated buffer impacts are accounted for in the credit
required per area of wetland impacted. The use of the bank for just buffer impacts (not wetland impacts)
was not agreed upon by the Bank Oversight Committee or the Muckelshoot Indian Tribe. If WSDOT were
to get approval from the BOC and the MIT on the required number of credits required per acre of buffer
impact for the various types of buffers, then they could use the Springbrook Bank as mitigation for the
buffer only impacts associated with Wetlands Band C.
>» Andrea Petzel 12/12/2007 9:46 AM >»
Ron,
I'm finishing up the Environmental Review portion of the PSE Transmission Line relocation, and I wanted
to make sure that the letter from WSDOT regarding mitigation at Springbrook was adequate. I left a copy
of it in your in box a few weeks ago, and I haven't received any comments from you, so I'm going to
assume it was sufficient. If you didn't get the letter, please let me know and I'll get you another copy.
There was one outstanding question -are permanent buffer impacts allowed to be mitigated at the bank?
The WSDOT letter implies that they are. The temporary wetland buffer and all stream impacts will be
mitigated onsite.
Thanks,
Andrea
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® Critical Areas Mitigation
Bond Quantity Worksheet
King County
Project Name: 1-405 Renton Transmission Line Reloc Date: 1/08 Prepared by: David Evans and Associates, In
Project Number: PSEN0000.0121 Project Description:
Location: Renton, WA Applicant: Puget Sound Energy Phone:
PLANT MATERIALS•
Type Unit Price Unit Quantity Descri"lion Cost
PLANTS: Potted, 4" diameter, medium $5.00 Each $
PLANTS: Container, 1 gallon, medium soil $11.50 Each $
PLANTS: Container, 2 gallon, medium soil $20.00 Each 3252.00 $ 65,040.00
PLANTS Container, 5 gallon, medium soil $36.00 Each $
PLANTS Seeding, by hand $0.50 SY $
PLANTS· Slips (willow, red-osier) $2.00 Each $
PLANTS: Stakes (willow) $2.00 Each 2137.00 $ 4,274.00
PLANTS· Stakes (willow) $2.00 Each $
PLANTS: Flats/plugs $2.00 Each $
$
• All costs incillde lnstallallon I TOTAL $ 69,314.00
INSTALLATION COSTS ( LABOR, EQUIPMENT, & OVERHEAD!
Type Unit Price Unit Cost
Compost, vegetable, delivered and spread $37.88 CY 25.00 $ 947.00
Decompacting till/hardpan, medium, to 6' depth $1.57 CY $
Decompac!ing till/hardpan, medium, to 12' depth $1.57 CY $
Hydroseeding $0.51 SY 5000.00 $ 2,550.00
Labor, general (landscaping) $40.00 HR $
Labor, neneral /construction) $40.00 HR $
Labor Consultant, supervising $55.00 HR $
Labor. Consultant, on-site re-desinn $95.00 HR $
Rental of decompac6"" machinerv & operator $70.00 HR $
Sand, coarse builder's, delivered and spread $42.00 CY $
Staking male Ii al (set per tree) $7.00 Each $
Surveying, line & grade $250.00 HR $ -
Surveying, topographical $250.00 HR $
Watering, 1" of water, 50' soaker hose $3.62 MSF $
Irrigation -tempora.y $3,000.00 Aue $ -
lmgaUon -bulied $4,500.00 Acre $ -
Tilling tops,::il, disk Marrow, 20Mp tractor, 4'-6' doop $1.02 SY $
$25.00 HR $
$
I TOTAL $ 3,497.00
HABITAT STRUCTURES' I
ITEMS Unit Cost Unit Cost
Fascines {willow) $ 2.00 Each $
Logs, I cedar I, wl root wads, 16'-24' diam , JO'long $1,000.00 Each $
Logs (ceda<) w/o rool wads. 16" -24" dian 30' $400.00 Each $
Logs, wlo rool wads, 16'-24" diam., 30' long $245.00 Each $
Logs wl root wMs, 16"·24" diam, 30' long $460.00 Each 5.00 $ 2,300.00
Rocks, one-man $60.00 Each $ -
Rocks, two-man $120.00 Each $
Root wads $163.00 Each $
Spa,vning gravel, type A $22.00 CY $
Weir-log $1,500.00 Each $
Weir -adjustable $2,000.00 Each $
Wood'j debris, large $163.00 Each $
Snags -anchored $400.00 Each $
Snags -on site $50.00 Each $
Snags -imparted $800.00 Each 5 $ 4,000.00
nest box -imported $100.00 Each 5 $ 500.00
$
• All cos1s include deliwery arld installation I TOTAL $ 6,300.00
EROSION CONTROL
ITEMS Unit Cost Unit Cost
Backfill and Compaction-embankment $ 4.89 CY $
Crushed surfacing, 1 114' minus $30.00 CY $
Ditchinn $7.03 CY $
ExcavaHan, bulk $4.00 CY $
Fence, sm $1.60 LF 3156.00 $ 5,049.60
Jute Mesh $1.26 SY $
Mulch, by hand, straw,? deep $1.27 SY $
Mulch, wood chips, 4" deep $3.25 SY 16616.00 $ 54,002.00
Mulch, by machine, straw, 1' deep $0.32 SY $
Straw wattles $4.00 LF 765.00 $ 5.00
Piping, temporary, CPP, 8" $14.00 LF $
Pininn, tem...-.raru, CPP, 12" $16.00 LF $
Plastc coverinn, 6mm thick, sandb--·ed $2.00 SY $
Rip Rap, machine placed, slopes $33.98 CY $
Rock Constr. Entrance 100'x15'x1' $3,000.00 Each $
Rock Constr. Entrance SO'x15'x1' $1,500.00 Each $
Sediment pond riser assembly $1,695.11 Each $
Sediment trap, 5' hinh berm $15.57 LF $
Sediment I rap, 5' high berm w/spillway incl. nprap $59.60 LF $
Sodding, 1' deep, level ground $5.24 SY $
Sodding, 1' deep, sloped ground $6.48 SY $
Straw bales, place and remove $600.00 TON $
Hauling and disposal $20.00 CY $
Tanso1I, delivered and spread $35.73 CY 75.00 $ 2,679.75
$17.00 CY $ -
61,736.351
GENERAL ITEMS
ITEMS Unii Cost Unit Cost
Fencing, chain link, 6' high $18.B9 LF s -
Fencing, chain link, corner posts $111.17 Each s
Fencing, chain link, gate $277.63 Each $
Fencing, soli! rail, 3' high (2-rail) $10.54 LF $
Fencing, temporary (NGPEJ $1.20 LF $
S1,:ms, sens1bve area boundarv (inc. backina, oost, install) $28.50 Each $ -
$ -
$
$ -
I TOTAL $
OTHER (Construction Cost Subtotal) $ 140,847.35
Percentage
ITEMS of
Construction Unit Cost
Mobilization 10% 1 $ 14,084.74
Clearing and Grubbing $6,000.00 Acre 1.16 $6,960.0
Contingency 50% 1 $ 70,423.68
lrnrAL $ 91,468.41
NOTE: Projects with multiple permit requirements may De required to have
MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING longer monitoring and maintenance terms. This will be evaluated on a case-by-
case basis far development applications. Monitoring and maintance ranges may
be assessed anywhere from 5 to 10 years.
Maintenance, annual
Less than 1,000 sq.ft. and buffer mitigation only
II" annua1 evenis x.:>i-; 1nc1uaes
$ 1.08 SF monitorinol $
Less than 1,000 sq.ft. with weUand or aquatic area (3 annual events xSF; Includes
mitaation $ 1.35 SF monitorinq) $
Larger than 1,000 sq. ft. but less than 5,000 sq.ft. or buffer
mitioation $ 180.00 EACH lf4hr @$45/hr) $
Larger than 1,000 sq. ft but less than 5,000 sq.ft. of wedan1
or =uatc area milioation $ 270.00 EACH 6hr @$45/hr) $
Larger than 5,000 sq.ft. but< 1 acre -buffer mitigation only $ 360.00 EACH 5.00 Ira hrs I@ 45/hrl $ 1,800.00
Larger than 5,000 sq.ft. but< 1 acre with wetland or aquatic
area miUaa\ion $ 450.00 EACH 5.00 10 hrs@ $45/hr) $ 2,250.00
Larger than 1 acre bu!< 5 acres -buffer and/ or wetland or
aouaUc area mitioation $ 1,600.00 DAY lflMEC crewl $
Larger than 5 acres buffer and/ or wetland or aquatic area
miUoaUon $ 2,000.00 DA' 1.25 X WEC crew) $
Monitoring, annual
Larger than 1,000 sq.ft. but less than 5,000 wetland or
buffer m1ti"a~on $ 720.00 EACH 8 hrs @ 90/hr) $
Larger than 5,000 sq.ft. but< 1 acre with wetland or aquatic
area imoac\s $ 900.00 EACH 10.00 1(10 hrs I@ $90/hr\ $ 9,000.00
Larger than 1 acre but< 5 acres-buffer and I or wetland or
aquatic area impacts $ 1,440.00 DAY 16 hrs® $90/hr\ $
Larger than5 acres -buffer and I or weUand or aquatic area
impacts $ 2,400.00 DAY 24 hrs @ $90/hr) $
Maintenance and Monitonng Inspection (DDES), annual $362.25 EACH 1(2.5 hrs@ $144.90/hrl $
Maintenance and Monitoring Inspection (DDES), final $579.60 EACH (4 hrs@ $144.90/hr) $
lrorAL $ 13,050.00
"'·
I Total $245,365.76
COMMENCING AT 9:00 AM,
CITY OF RENTON
HEARING EXAMINER
PUBLIC HEARING
January 8, 2008
AGENDA
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.
9:00AM:
PROJECT NAME: 409 Whitworth [Condominiums]
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA0?-125, SA-H, ECF
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proponent of the project, 409 Whitworth, is requesting Site Plan
approval for construction of a 5-story condominium building on a 7,199 square foot (sf) property. The
building height would be 60 feet 4-1/2 inches. The 22,542 gsf proposed project would result in 16
residential condominium units. The property is in the Urban Center -Downtown Comprehensive
Plan land use designation and Center Downtown Zone (CD).
1 :30PM:
PROJECT NAME: PSE Transmission Line Relocation
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA0?-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two
Hearing Examiner Variances from the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound
Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of lnterstate-405. The proposal would
involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are
proposed to be constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4
streams and protected slopes. The proposed project would result in permanent and temporary
impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas. All permanent
wetland impacts will be mitigated through the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank. Permanent
stream, slope and temporary wetland impacts will be mitigated onsite.
HEX Agenda 1-8-08.doc
STAFF
REPORT
Prqject Name:
Owner(s):
Applicant:
File Number:
Project Description:
Project Location:
City of Renton
Department of Planning I Building I Public Works
PRELIMINARY REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) Transmission Line Relocation
Puget Western, Inc & Puget Sound Energy; WalMart (Sam's Club)
JeffMcMeekin, P.O. Box 97034/EST-11 W, Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
LUA 07-074 V-H, V-H, ECF Prqject Manager: Andrea Petzel, Associate Planner
The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two Hearing Examiner
Variances from the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy
(PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of lnterstate-405. The proposal would
involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access
roads are proposed to be constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site
contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed project would result in
permanent and temporary impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their
associated buffer areas. All permanent wetland impacts would be mitigated through the
Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank. Permanent stream, slope and temporary wetland
impacts would be mitigated onsite.
Arca I -Upper Thunder Hills Creek, east ofl-405 on Talbot Hill (781,000 SF)
Area 2 -Lower Thunder Hills Creek, west ofl-405, Sam's Club parking lot (112,500 SF)
Area 3 -South ofl-405 and east of Talbot Road (140,000 SF)
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PSF im1Hmiss1on Pole Rcfoca1io11
PnU.IC HE..\H.1'.',G DATE: Ja1111;1r~· 8, 2008
IIPARTONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
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LUA 07-074, V-H, V-H, £CF
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The applicant, Puget Sound Energy, has requested Environmental Review and two Hearing Examiner Variances to
approve the relocation of high tension power lines impacting three environmentally sensitive areas: streams,
wetlands, and steep slopes. Power line pole relocation 1s necessary because ofWSDOT's planned improvements to
Interstate-405. Project improvements extend approximately 4 miles along I-405 from I-5 to SR 169, and
approximately two miles along SR 167 from 1-405 to SW 43'0 Street. In addition to the permits required by the
City of Renton, the applicant will be submitting applications for additional permits to the City of Tukwila, King
County, and the U.S. Am1y Corps of Engineers.
The transmission lines pass through three zones: Commercial Arterial (CA), Residential -8 (R-8) dwelling units
per acre and Residential Multi-Family-Traditional Zoning (RM-T). Nine tax parcels are impacted by this project,
eight are owed by PSE and one is owned by Wa!Mart. PSE has an easement from Sam's Club for work on their
properly. PSE has access easements from other properties to access the transmission lines.
The project has been divided into three areas, and would impact five wetlands, four streams and several areas with
steep slopes. The footprint and height of the poles vary depending on which transmission line they carry. Poles in
Area I range from 47-110 feet high. Poles in Area 2 range from 84-110 feet high. Poles in Area 3 range from 65-
104 feet high. (Please see the Environmental Review Committee report for a detailed assessment for change in pole
height and footprint.)
Area 1 -Upper Thunder Hills Creek, the area cast ofl-405 on Talbot Hill.
The main access road to the existing 230 kV structure is to be resurfaced and maintained as a permanent road, all
other road surface areas would be restored. Quantities of fill arc unknown at this time. A condition from the
Environmental Review Committee requires that the applicant present infom1ation on fill quantities at the time of
the public hearing. Critical areas that would be impacted include wetlands A, B, and C, Thunder Hills Creek, and
steep slopes.
Area 2 -Lower Thunder Hills Creek, the area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot.
This area would require significant grading for temporary construction access, some to occur on steep slopes. The
project proposal includes constructing a temporary crossing bridge over the Thunder Hills Creek flume in the rear
of the Sam's Club parking lot. A design for the crossing is not cmTently available. Temporary construction roads
would be built on steep slopes. and the roads and disturbed areas would be restored with native vegetation, but not
re-contoured, because PSE would like to reserve the right to access their facilities (poles) in the event of an
emergency. Critical areas include Thunder Hills Creek, a wetland and steep slopes.
Area 3 -South of 1-405 and east of Talbot Road.
This area would be accessed off of Talbot Road right-of way, through an existing office development. Access off
Talbot Road would be permanent; all other disturbed areas would be restored. Wetland fill would occur at this site,
the impacts of which would be mitigated through credits at the Springbrook Creek Wetland Mitigation Bank. A
new road is proposed in this area, which has protected slopes.
IIPARTTWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
A SEPA Determination of Non-significance -Mitigated was issued on December 17, 2007 imposing the
following nine mitigation measures:
I. The applicant shall provide information on the approximate amount of cut and fill required for this project
to the Development Services project manager. This information is required prior to the public hearing
scheduled for January 8, 2008.
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2. The applicant shall install temporary erosion control, designed in accordance with the Department of
Ecology standards for the duration of the project.
3. If bedrock is encountered, blasting is not pcm1itted.
4. Clearing and grubbing shall be limited to the upper 6 inches of the topsoil and root zone.
5. The applicant shall restore disturbed areas by replanting in areas that have been damaged due to road or
structure construction. Native plants shall be used. and information on the amount and placement of the
plants is subject to the review and approval of the Development Services project manager.
6. The applicant shall follow all additional recommendations found in the geotechnical report submitted by
GeoEngineers (dated July 11, 2007).
7. The applicant shall submit quarterly monitoring reports for stream mitigation and monitoring for the first
year and annually thereafter for a total of five (5) consecutive years of successful maintenance (assuming
performance standards are met).
8. The applicant shall provide Development Services project managers with information on the potential
impacts this project might have on stormwatcr runoff. This information is required prior to the public
hearing on January 8, 2008.
9. Should evidence of a historic site be found during site development, work shall be stopped and the
applicant shall submit an archaeological resource survey of the site. This survey shall conform to the
requirements and standards of the Washington State Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation and
must be conducted under the on-site supervision of a state-approved archaeologist. Work shall
recommence when approval is received from the Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation.
II PART THREE: STAFF REPORT-JUSTIFICATION FOR VARIANCE(S)
A. Type of Land Use Action
Permanent and tempormy impacts to stream buffers are not considered exempt and require a variance.
Impacts to the geologic hazard area are also not exempt because the modification of the existing utility is
greater than 10%. The applicant has requested two critical areas variances (geologic hazard and stream
buffer) subject to the review and approval of the Hearing Examiner (RMC 4-3-0SON.c). Two other poles
along the Talbot-Metro Renton Transmission Line were deemed exempt (LUA 07-104, CAR) and are not
part of this variance process.
Per RMC 4-3-050.C.5.fpole relocation that disturbs or modifies a Category 3 wetland less than 2,200
square feet is exempt from critical area regulations, provided some form of mitigation is provided for
hydrologic and water quality functions. Because the pole relocation is being forced due to the expansion of
l-405, permanent wetland and wetland buffer impacts would be mitigated through the use of credits at the
Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank. Temporary wetland buffer impacts would be mitigated onsite, and
the applicant has provided a mitigation and restoration plan with the application materials, which is subject
to staff review and approval.
RMC 4-3-050.L.7.a requires that the area around the streams be placed in a Native Growth Protection Area
(NGPA) as a condition of any approval for any development permit. Subsection b.iii states that a NGPA is
required when "A variance process is successfully completed and the proposed activity results in no net
loss of regulated riparian area or shoreline ecological function in the drainage basin where the site is
located."
Per RMC 4-3-050J.5.e, protected slopes can be placed in a NGPA at the discretion of the Reviewing
Official. However, 4-5-0SOJ.5.g. requires that "when a required stream/lake buffer falls within a protected
slope area, the stream/lake buffer width shall extend to the boundary of the protected slope." 4-3-0SOM.7
requires that wetland areas be placed in a NGPA.
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B. Exhibits
The following exhibits were entered into the record:
Exhibit No. 1: Yellow file containing: application, proof of posting and publication, Environmental
Review and other documentation pertinent to this request.
Exhibit No. 2: Mitigation Cover Sheet (dated 10/\6/07)
Exhibit No. 3: Tree Cutting/Land Clearing Plan (two pages dated 10/16/07)
Exhibit No. 4: Mitigation Report Sheet (dated 10/16/07)
Exhibit No. 5: Mitigation Plan Schedule (dated 10/16/07)
Exhibit No. 6: Mitigation Landscape Plan (two pages dated 10/16/07)
Exhibit No. 7: Mitigation Impact Summary Plan (two pages dated 10/16/07)
Exhibit No. 8: WSDOT Wetland Mitigation Letter (dated October 17, 2007)
Exhibit No. 9: Environmental Review Committee Mitigation Measures
Exhibit No. 10: Correspondence between Karen Walter, Muckleshoot Tribe and JcffMcMeekin, PSE
Exhibit No. 11: Staff Review Comments for the Stream/Wetland Maintenance and Monitoring Plans
C. Staff Review Comments
Representatives from various City departments have reviewed the application materials to identify and
address site plan issues regarding the proposed development. All of these comments are contained in
the official file, and the essence of the comments has been incorporated into the appropriate sections of
this report and the Decision at the end of the report. Several staff review memoranda are also included
as exhibits to this report.
U. Consistency with Variance Criteria
1) RMC 4-9-250B. l O Special Review Criteria -Public/Quasi-Public Utility or Agency Altering
Stream/Lake Regulations:
a. Public Policies have been evaluated and it has been determined by the Department Administrator
that the public's health, safety and welfare is best served.
The health, safety and welfare of the public is best served by the relocation of these transmission
poles. Energy is supplied to businesses and residential users throughout the area and the region,
and the relocation of these poles is necessary due to the widening ofl-405.
h. Each juciliry must conform to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and with any adopted public
programs and policies.
Each facility conforms to the Environmental Element of the Comprehensive Plan, specifically the
following Objectives and Policies:
Objective EN-C. Protect and enhance the City's rivers, major and minor creeks and intermittent
stream courses.
Policy EN-5. Degraded channels and banks should be rehabilitated by public programs and new
development.
Objective E'.',-L: Environmentally sensitive areas should be identified and regulated to protect life
and property according to the severity of the natural hazards.
Policy EN-57, Regulate identified sensitive areas through the implementation of regulations
addressing uses, densities, clearing, grading, and/or vegetation removal.
c. Eachfacility must serve established, identified public needs.
Each facility serves the established public need of electrical service.
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d. No practical alternative exists to meer rhe needs.
There is no practical alternative for the forced relocation of these poles.
e. The proposed aclion takes affirmative and appropriate measures to minimize and compensale for
unavoidable impacts.
PSE has worked with biologists to detem1ine new pole locations that have minimal impact on
slopes, stream buffers and wetlands. Some impacts were to be expected, and the applicant would
mitigate both temporary and permanent impacts.
f The proposed activity results in no net loss of regulated wetland or stream/lake area, value, or
fimction in the drainage basin where the wetland. stream or lake is located.
The project would result in no net loss of stream buffer area, and based on mitigation and
enhancement, it's possible that stream function might improve. The following table is a summary
of indirect stream impacts·
' Location Req'd Category SF Direct SF of Direct SF of SF Buffer Ratio SF Voluntary
Duffer Stream Buffer Impact Temporary Restoration Buffer
lmoact Buffer Impact Enhancement
I 75' 111 0 2,318 2,318 1:1 4,937
2 75' Ill 0 240 6,744 6,744 I I 2,544
3 35' IV 0 0 0 I I 80,38
Thunder 75' 111 () 429 25,880 25.880 1:1 2,032
Hills Creek
TOTAL 0 669 34,942 34,942 17,551
Staff has reviewed the proposed Mitigation Plan submitted by David Evans and Associates (dated
10/16/07, Plan Sheets 4 of 8 and 7 of 8). The applicant should note that the Monitoring Plan does
not comply with the Environmental Review Committee's condition of approval that monitoring be
performed quarterly for the first year, and annually thereafter for a total of 5 consecutive years of
successful monitoring. Pending approval of the two variances, staff will review and approve the
wetland/sh·eam mitigation plan. Exhibit 11 lists the necessary changes to the mitigation report, in
order to comply with City Code. Staff recommends as a condition of approval that the applicant be
required to resubmit the mitigation plan once it has been revised to meet code requirements.
Staff received comments from the Muckleshoot Tribe regarding the potential impacts to Thunder
Hills Creek, which is included as Exhibit No. 10. There was a subsequent response from Jeff
McMeekin, PSE, which addressed the concerns of the Tribe.
g The proposed activities will not jeopardize the continued existence of endangered, threatened or
sensitive species as listed hy the Federal government or the State.
No habitat for endangered, protected, or sensitive species would be jeopardized.
h. That the proposed activities will not cause significant degradation of groundwater or surface water
quality.
Relocating the poles should have almost no impact on groundwater or surface water quality. It is
possible, given the steep slopes surrounding the streams, that erosion could occur and degrade
water quality. The applicant proposes to install temporary silt fences and sediment control
measures, and would revegetate all disturbed areas once construction is complete.
As noted in the Environmental Review Committees Mitigation measures, the applicant is required
to provide Development Services project staff with information on the potential impacts of
stormwater runoff.
i. The approval as determined by the Hearing Examiner is a minimum variance that will acco111plish
the desired purpose.
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Subject to review by the Hearing Examiner.
I The proposed variance is based on consideration of'tl,e best available science as described in WAC
365-195-905; or where there is an absence of'valid scientific information, the stems in RMC 4-9-
250F arefo//owed.
The proposal is based on the best available science.
2) RMC 4-9-250B. l O Special Review Criteria~ Public/Quasi-Public Utility or Agency Altering Geologic
Hazards Regulations:
a. Public Policies have heen evaluated and it has been determined by the Department Administrator
that the public's health, safety and welji,re is best served.
The health, safety and welfare of the public is best served by the relocation of these transmission
poles. Energy is supplied to businesses and residential users throughout the area and the region,
and the relocation of these poles is necessary due to the widening ofl-405.
There is one potential safety issue related to installing poles in geologic hazard areas. Staff from
the Renton Municipal Airport sent comments stating that the existing and new poles penetrate the
f AR Part 77 airspace. None of the existing transmission towers have red flashing lights. Because
of the change in height, staff recommends as a condition of approval that an obstruction light be
installed on the tallest pole at the top of Talbot Hill to warn pilots of airspace obstruction.
b. Each facility must conform to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and with any adopted public
programs and policies.
Each facility conforms to the Environmental Element of the Comprehensive Plan, specifically the
following Objectives and Policies:
Policy EN-70. Land uses on steep slopes should be designed to prevent property damage and
environmental degradation, and to enhance greenbelt and wildlife habitat values by preserving and
enhancing existing vegetation to the maximum extent possible.
Policy EN-71. Allow land alteration only for approved development proposals or approve
mitigation efforts that would not create unnecessary erosion, undern1ine the support of nearby land,
or unnecessarily scar the landscape.
Policy EN-74. Retain or replace native ground cover after constrnction in areas subject to erosion
hazards. Special construction practices should be used, and allowable site coverage may need to be
reduced to prevent erosion and sedimentation. Limitations on the time when site work can be done
may also be appropriate.
Policy EN-76. Design, locate, and construct utility systems in a manner which will preserve the
integrity of the existing land forms, drainage ways, and natural systems.
c. Each jiicility must serve established, identified public needs.
Each facility serves the established public need of electrical service.
d. No practical alternative exists to meet the needs.
There is no practical alternative for the forced relocation of these poles.
e. The proposed action takes affirmative and appropriate measures to minimize and compensate for
unavoidable impacts.
PSE has worked with geotechnical engineers to determine new pole locations that have minimal
impact on slopes, stream buffers and wetlands. Some impacts were to be expected, and the
applicant would mitigate both temporary and permanent impacts.
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f.' 71,e pmposed acrivi1y results in 1w net loss of.' regulated wetland or stream/lake area, value, or
flmctivn in the drainage /Jasin 1rvhcre the lVerland, stream or lake is located.
Not applicable.
g. The proposed activities will not jeopardize the continued existence of endangered, threatened or
sensitive species as listed by the Federal government or the State.
No habitat for endangered, protected, or sensitive species would be jeopardized.
h. Thai the proposed activities will not cause significant degradation ofgroundwater or surface water
quality.
Not applicable for geologic hazards.
i. The approval as determined by the Hearing Examiner is a minimum variance that will accomplish
the desired purpose.
Subject to review by the Hearing Examiner.
j. 11,e proposed variance is based on consideration of the best available science as described in WAC
365-195-905; or where there is an absence of valid scientific information, the stems in RMC 4-9-
250F are followed
The proposal is based on the best available science.
E. Staff Recommendations
Staff recommends the approval of both variances subject to the following conditions:
I) The applicant shall revise and resubmit the wetland/stream mitigation plan once it has been revised
to meet code requirements
2) An obstruction light shall be installed on the tallest pole at the top of Talbot Hill to warn pilots of
airspace obstruction.
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From:
Date:
Andrea Petzel, City of Renton
Stacy Trussler, WSDOT
October 17, 2007
Exhibit 8
600 -108th A venue NE. Suite 405
Bellevue, WA 98004
Main 425-456-8500
Fax 425-456-8600
NO\J, 6 2007
Re: I-405/ I-5 to SR 169 Stage 2-Widening and SR 515 Interchange Project Wetland
Mitigation for Overhead Power Relocations
This memorandum documents the decision to address both permanent wetland impacts and
permanent wetland buffer impacts by Puget Sound Energy (PSE) at the Springbrook Creek
Wetland Habitat and Mitigation Bank (Springbrook Bank) associated with over-head utility
relocations. The utilities are being relocated due to conflicts with the I-405/ I-5 to SR 169 Stage
2 -Widening and SR 515 Interchange (Renton Stage 2) Project.
Background
The 1-405 Master Plan includes adding two additional lanes in each direction on l-405 from I-5
in Tukwila to SR 169 in Renton and reconstructing the SR 167 interchange. The Renton Stage 2
Project is the second stage in building towards the Master Plan and constructs one additional lane
on I-405 in both directions between SR 167 and SR 169. In addition, the project constructs the
eastern half of the Lind/Talbot split-diamond interchange at SR 515 (Talbot Road), which
includes a new on-ramp from SR 515 to northbound 1-405 and a new off-ramp from southbound
I-405 to SR 515.
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has identified conflicts with
overhead PSE power lines within the Renton Stage 2 project area. These lines must be relocated
to avoid conflicts with current and future I-405 projects. Because some of the Jines are
transmission lines, they can only be taken out of service during times of off-peak usage (i.e.,
spring and fall). The lines are scheduled to be relocated before construction of the Renton Stage
2 Project begins.
Approach
WSDOT is working with PSE to relocate the overhead power lines in areas that will not conflict
with the future I-405 improvements. Some of the overhead power line relocations will result in
unavoidable permanent impacts to three wetlands and their buffers, plus permanent impacts to
the buffers of two additional wetlands.
-::,: WHhlngton State •/I Department af Transportation
PSE -Utility Relocation Mitigation
October 17, 2007
Page 2
Exhibit 8
PSE is responsible for permitting the relocation activities in order to relocate the utility poles
prior to the Renton Stage 2 Project.
PSE approached WSDOT about utilizing Springbrook bank for mitigation for direct wetland
impacts associated with the utility relocations. WSDOT has agreed to provide 0.038 mitigation
credits needed for the relocations. These credits were determined by calculating the area of
wetland impacts and applying the credit ratios that are contained within the Springbrook Banking
Instrument. WSDOT will process the credit debit from the Springbrook bank and ensure that the
debit is recorded on the Springbrook bank ledger after PSE receives the permit from Renton.
The permanent wetland buffer impacts will be mitigated by the buffers being constructed as part
of the Springbrook bank. Since the buffers at the Springbrook bank were not credit generating,
there will be no credits debited for the wetland buffer mitigation.
WSDOT understands that the utility relocation will result in impacts to five wetlands and their
buffers. Permanent impacts to Category III and Category IV wetlands will total approximately
0.051 acres and permanent impacts to wetland buffers will total approximately 0.600 acres as
detailed in Table I below.
Wetland Wetland
Category
2.9L Category 111
A Calegory 111
B Calegory 111
C Category Ill
2.82R Category IV
Total
Conclusion
Table 1. Summary of permanent wetland and wetland buffer effects
by category for PSE utility relocation
Permanent Wetland Effects Permanent Buffer Effects Credit
(acres) (acres) Ratio
0.001 0.280 0.85
0.010 0.100 0.85
0.000 0.060 0.85
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0.040 0.080 0.70
0.051 0.600
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PSE will be responsible for permitting and constructing the utility pole relocations within the
Renton Stage 2 Project area as well as mitigation for temporary effects. WSDOT will provide
the 0.038 mitigation credits required to compensate for permanent wetland effects.
cc: Keith Woolley-City of Renton
Jeff McMeekin, Puget Sound Energy
Christopher Brown -Puget Sound Energy
Ross Fenton -I-405
Bill Jordan -I-405
M:\EnvProj\Trip\TRJP _PermittinglPSE\Mitigation _Memo_ I 0-17-07 _final.doc
CITY OF RENTON
DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE-MITIGATED
MITIGATION MEASURES
APPLICATION NO(S):
APPLICANT:
PROJECT NAME:
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
PSE Transmission Line Relocation
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DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two
Hearing Examiner Variances from the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy
(PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE
poles and the replaceme·nt with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be.constructed to maintain
the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed project
would result in permanent and temporary impacts .to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and .their associated.
buffer areas. All permanentwettand impacts wiUbe mitigated through the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank.
Permanent stream, slope and temporary. wetland impacts will be mitigated onsite. ·
LOCA llON OF PROPOSAL:
LEAD AGENCY:
.Area 1: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill;
Are.:i 2: LoWer·T'huncjer Hills Creek, west of 1-405 near Sam's Club
parking loj; Area 3: SOutti. of 1-405 and east of Talbot Road
The City:cifRenton
·Department of PlailningiBLildjhg/Public Works
Development Planning 9ectiOn
.· MiTIGATION MEASURES:
1. the applicantshall provide intorrif~u9n.on'the apii~ t.1, <.1mourt of cJt and fill(required for this project to the . .
Development Services project milina~f!r. This'Jri(' ti:Js-required pribr to !he.public hearing scheduled for January
_8,200B. , . .. ·:;1,, -<i. ··_!i-:_::)it,_?,-~y _: .. ;:.·::/)::'.,;'_-: . ,.-· __ r·· -· _ -. _,· -
·2. The applicant shall insfoll tempord~y eroi,,ion,c<l°rlfrtJI:tltsigned"I~··accoi'l:farice with the Oepartmerit of Ecology .
standards foi th·s duration of the prqjeOf o . . • · ·
· 3 .. If bedrock is encountered, blastJn.g i~\1oftie,ffii~~o.
· 4. Clearing aod grubbing shalt be. lirrited. tJ~bf~~per (31n.che1:i ofthJ lopsoWkna rooi -zone .
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. 5. lhe applicant shaU restore distufbed areas by /epl~(lli(l"9 l9 e.rlas·tl'ia't have been damaged due to road Orstructure
construction. Native plants sl]aH be used, :a_nd informafion on the amount and ptacement of the plants is subject to the ..
review and approval of the Development Services proj.ect manager. ·
8. . The applicant shallfollow all adtlitional recommendations found in the geotechnical report submitted by GeoEngirieers
(daied July 11, .2007). · · · · ·
7. Th.e applicant shall submit quarterly monitming r<;!pbrts for streafn mitigation aM monitoring for tl)e first year anc;l
annually thereafter fOr a .total offive (5) consecutive years of successful maintenance (assuming performance
staadard.s are met), · · · · · · ·
8. The applicant shall provide Development Services project mana_gers With information on the potential impacts th.is ·
project might have on stormwaterrurioff. This information is r_equired prior to the public hearing on January 8, 2008
9 .. Should evidence. of a historic site be found during site development, work sh111 be stopped _and the applicant shiilll
submit an archaeological rnsource surveydf the site. Thi_s survey shall conform to the requiremen.ts arid standards of
the Washington State Office of Ar.chaeology and Historic Preservation and m4st be conducted uriderthe ofi,site
supervision of a state-approved archaeologist. Work shall recommence when approval is received fronj ti,eOffice of
Archaeology and Historic Preservation. ·
[ Exhibit 10]
From: "Karen Walter" <Karen.Walter@muckleshoot.nsn.us>
"Andrea Petzel" <APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us>
12/12/2007 12:33 PM
To:
Date:
Subject: RE: PSE Transmission line relocation LUA0?-074, V-H, V-H,ECF Notice of Application and Proposed De
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CC: "McMeekin, Jeff J" <jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com>
Andrea,
The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Fisheries Division has reviewed the threshold determination, the environmental checklist, the
wetland and stream analysis report and the wetland/stream buffer restoration report for the above referenced project. Thanks to
Jeff McMeekin for dropping off hard copies of the two requested reports directly to us. Based on our review of the documents, we
offer the following comments for your review and consideration.
1. Incorrect water typing for Thunder Hills Creek
The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe and the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) think that Thunder Hills creek is
considered to be fish bearing and could be used by salmon ids if they can access this site (see page 41 of WSDOT's 1-405
Renton Nickel Improvement Project Environmental Assessment, Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Discipline Report, October
2005). The stream classification rating in Table 3 of the Wetland and Stream Analysis Report is incorrect as a result. The 1-
405 culvert crossing Thunder Hills Creek is currently a fish passage barrier and as a result should not be used as the basis for
determining fish presence or absence. Instead, physical criteria found in WAC 222-16-031(3) should be used in instances
when fish presence has not been confirmed. We are unaware of any data collected for Thunder Hills Creek that could be
compared against this physical criteria. It was not available or discussed in the Wetland/Stream report.
As a result of incorrect water typing, it is likely that the stream buffer impact analysis is incorrect for the potential fish-bearing
component of Thunder Hills Creek and the mitigation may be insufficient, too.
2. Analyzed permanent stream buffer impact
The permanent stream buffer impacts are not sufficiently described or quantified to ascertain. It is not apparent that the new
structures within 200 feet of Thunder Hills Creek were appropriately assessed in the impact analysis. Also, there is no
discussion about the difference between "permanent" and "temporary" stream buffer impacts. Trees that are 6 inches in
diameter and greater that are within 200 feet of Thunder Hills Creek could recruit to the stream channel and become in stream
habitat. Their removal and replanting with smaller sized trees should not be viewed as a temporary impact as it will take at 10-
25 years for the planted trees to reach the equivalent sizes of the trees removed. According to Figure 10 of the
Wetland/Stream Analysis report, 28 trees will be removed that meet this criteria (see tree removal data table). They should
be placed into the stream channel to partially mitigate for their removal.
3. 1-405 culvert at Thunder Hills
This culvert failed as a result of recent storm events and requires an emergency repair/replacement (Bill Jordan, pers.
Comm. Dec 12 2007). The Tribal Fisheries Division expects that this culvert will be made fish passable as a result of this
repairs/replacement. As part of this work, PSE should facilitate the fish passage repair of this culvert which may include
granting additional easement or access to WSDOT to correct the culvert sufficiently, which may require a fish passage
structure that goes beyond WSDOT's current Right of Way.
4. It appears that the impact analysis fails to consider permanent impacts to "upper" Thunder Hills Creek as a result of the
permanent maintenance road. The impact assessment may have only considered the road to impact the wetland buffer of
Wetland B. The road appears to be within 200 feet of Thunder Hills Creek, which means that the tree removal in this area
may result in a loss of wood recruitment to Thunder Hills Creek by permanently removing a source of trees for future wood
recruitment. If this is correct, additional mitigation will be needed for this impact.
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5. Proposed riparian planting plan
As far as the riparian area planting mitigation measure is concerned, please note that the trees planted under the power
line are not typically allowed to grow to their maximum heights; therefore, the existing of the relocated power line within
the Thunder Hills Creek riparian area will result in continuing impacts to riparian functions, especially wood recruitment
and instream habitat, despite the replanting of removed trees. There is no discussion about this issue in the wetland and
stream restoration report, nor proposed mitigation.
From: Andrea Petzel [mailto:APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us]
Sent: Thursday, December 06, 2007 9:30 AM
To: Karen Walter
Subject: RE: PSE Transmission line relocation LUA07-074, V-H, V-H,ECF,Notice of Application and Proposed De[Scanned]
Karen,
The ERC meeting is the 17th and I'll be writing the report next week, done by Thursday at the ver latest. If it's possible to get
your comments before then, that would be most helpful. That way they can be incorporated into the ERC report and discussed at
the meeting.
Thanks,
Andrea
>>> "Karen Walter" <Karen.Walter@muckleshoot.nsn.us> 12/05/07 9:23 AM>>>
Thank you very muchl
Karen Walter
MITFD
From: McMeekin, Jeff J [mailto:jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com]
Sent: Wednesday, December 05, 2007 8:30 AM
To: Karen Walter
Cc: Andrea Petzel
Subject: RE: PSE Transmission line relocation LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF,Notice of Application and Proposed Deter[Scanned]
Karen,
We will get the reports and plans out to you today.
Feel free to contact me with any questions at (425) 462-3824.
Thanks.
Jeff
From: Andrea Petzel [mailto:APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us]
Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2007 4:31 PM
To: Karen Walter; McMeekin, Jeff J
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Subject: Fwd: PSE Transmission liner · ation LUA0?-074, V-H, V-H, ECF,Notice o >plication and Proposed Deter
Hi Jeff,
Attached is an email from Karen Walter of the Muckleshoot Tribe. There are some documents she would like to see, and I don't
have any additional copies. Can you please get in touch with her (I've copied her on this email), so she can get the documents?
Probably the quickest way would be to scan and email to her. I'm going to be working on the staff report next week to take to
the Environmental Review Committee on the 17th of December.
Thanks'
Andrea
EXHIBIT 10
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From:
To:
Date:
Subject:
CC:
Karen,
"McMeekin, Jeff J" <jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com>
"Karen Walter" <Karen.Walter@muckleshoot.nsn.us>
12/20/2007 8:47 AM
EXHIBIT 10
RE: PSE Transmission line relocation LUA07-074, V-H, V-H,ECF Notice of Application and Proposed De
[Scanned]
"Andrea Petzel" <APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us>
Thank you for reviewing the environmental checklist and related reports for Puget Sound Energy's (PSE) transmission
line relocations. As you are aware, PSE is relocating for WSDOT's future widening ofl-405. PSE's transmission lines
are in a corridor that has existed for several decades, even prior to the 405 construction.
We appreciate your comments and offer the following responses:
1. Although our water typing may be different, (we used the system found in Ren ton's Municipal Code) we have
designed the relocated structures as far from Thunder Hills Creek and its branches as possible. Due to the topography,
and lack of space it has been very difficult to avoid all stream and wetland impacts. We believe that the buffers will
ultimately be enhanced following our construction. Our Mitigation Plan includes over 17,500 square feet of voluntary
buffer enhancement.
2. The area of your concern (Lower) Thunder Hills Creek runs through a concrete flume (pictured below). Although
we agree that woody debris is important, it would be very difficult and possibly dangerous to create instream habitat at
this location. South of the concrete flume (as shown on the plans) we have proposed to install large woody debris. We
will retain cut trees as large woody debris throughout the project where feasible.
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3. The banier fish culvert located under I-405 will be removed at a later date. PSE will coordinate efforts with
WSDOT when that project nears.
4. The permanent access road located at Upper Thunder Hills -Area 1 is existing and has existed for several decades.
PSE's proposal is to repair and maintain the access road. There are no plans for tree removal at Upper Thunder Hill -
Area 1.
5. As noted above, there are no plans for tree cutting at Upper Thunder Hills-Area 1. The Lower Thunder Hills Creek
Area includes the concrete flume which does not allow for instream habitat. It should also be noted that the concrete
flume is mostly overgrown with blackbeny vines. With our Voluntary Enhancement Plan, we believe both locations
will be improved following our construction.
As I mentioned before, we appreciate your comments. We have worked hard designing around sensitive areas
including Thunder Hills Creek, its unnamed branches and several wetlands.
If you have additional concerns or comments please don't hesitate to contact me atjeff.mcmeekin@pse.com or (425)
462-3824.
Thank you.
Jeff EXHIBIT 10
EXHIBIT 11
STAFF COMMENTS ON THE PRELIMINARY STREAM/WETLAND MITIGATION
REPORT FOR THE PSE TRANSMISSION LINE RELOCATION
Table I Summary of Wetland Impacts and Mitigation
• Per RMC 4-5-050M.11.e(i), the replacement ratio for Category 3 wetland creation or
restoration, regardless of vegetation type, is 1.5 times the area altered. The ratio can be
reduced to l: 1 provided one of the following conditions are met:
(I) The Reviewing Ofiicial may decrease the ratios for Category 3 emergent
wetlands to l .O times the area altered provided the applicant has
successfully replaced the wetland prior to its filling and has shown that the
replacement is successfully established for twelve (12) months. Ratios for
Category 3 scrub-shrub and forested wetlands may be reduced to 1.25 times
the area altered provided the applicant has successfully replaced the wetland
prior to its filling and has shown that the replacement is successfully
established for two (2) years.
(2) If the apphcant can aggregate two (2) or more Category 3 wetlands, each
less than ten thousand (10,000) square feet, into one wetland, the
replacement ratio shall be reduced to l: l. If the combined wetland would be
rated as a Category 2 wetland as a result of the combination, the buffer
requirement may be reduced to twenty five feet (25') minimum provided the
buffer is enhanced.
It does not appear that either of these conditions can be met. Please revise the table.
3.0 Performance Standards
• Please provide a performance standard that addresses wetland hydrology.
• Because monitoring reports are due quarterly for the first year, please provide some
quantifiable performance standards that are applicable to the first four quarters.
4.0 Monitoring Plan
• Please strike this table from the report. Pending receipt of as-builts, or a certificate of
installation from your biologist, monitoring reports are due quarterly for the first year and
annually thereafter, assuming all performance standards are met.
General Comments
• Please remove the report from the plan sheet, and submit on 8.5xl I paper. All reports are
microfiched for the public record, and this will be impossible to read when scanned.
• In order to set the amount of the required surety device, the applicant should provide the
project manager with copies of contracts for labor, installation, monitoring, and plant
replacement. The surety device will be based on 125% of the total of the contracts. The
surety device is required prior to starting the monitoring period.
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From:
To:
Date:
Subject:
CC:
Karen,
"McMeekin, Jeff J" <jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com>
"Karen Walter" <Karen.Walter@muckleshoot.nsn.us>
12/20/2007 8:47 AM
RE: PSE Transmission line relocation LUA07-074, V-H, V-H,ECF Notice of Application and Proposed De
[Scanned]
"Andrea Petzel" <APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us>
Thank you for reviewing the environmental checklist and related reports for Puget Sound Energy's (PSE) transmission
line relocations. As you are aware, PSE is relocating for WSDOT's future widening ofl-405. PSE's transmission lines
are in a corridor that has existed for several decades, even prior to the 405 construction.
We appreciate your comments and offer the following responses:
1. Although our water typing may be different, (we used the system found in Renton's Municipal Code) we have
designed the relocated structures as far from Thunder Hills Creek and its branches as possible. Due to the topography,
and lack of space it has been very difficult to avoid all stream and wetland impacts. We believe that the buffers will
ultimately be enhanced following our construction. Our Mitigation Plan includes over 17,500 square feet of voluntary
buffer enhancement.
2. The area of your concern (Lower) Thunder Hills Creek runs through a concrete flume (pictured below). Although
we agree that woody debris is important, it would be very difficult and possibly dangerous to create instream habitat at
this location. South of the concrete flume (as shown on the plans) we have proposed to install large woody debris. We
will retain cut trees as large woody debris throughout the project where feasible.
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3. The ba1Tier lish cLt!vcrt located under 1-405 will be removed at a later date. PSE will coordinate efforts with
WSDOT when that project nears.
4. The permanent access road located at Upper Thunder Hills -Area 1 is existing and has existed for several decades.
PSE's proposal is to repair and maintain the access road. There are no plans for tree removal at Upper Thunder Hill -
Area 1.
5. As noted above, there arc no plans for tree cutting at Upper Thunder Hills-Arca l. The Lower Thunder Hills Creek
Area includes the concrete flume which does not allow for instream habitat. It should also be noted that the concrete
flume is mostly overgrown with blackbeffY vines. With our Voluntary Enhancement Plan, we believe hoth locations
will be improved following our construction.
As I mentioned before, we appreciate your comments. We have worked hard designing around sensitive areas
including Thunder Hills Creek, its unnamed branches and several wetlands.
If you have additional concerns or comments please don't hesitate to contact me at jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com or ( 425)
462-3824.
Thank you.
Jeff
From: Karen Walter [mailto:Karen.Walter@muckleshoot.nsn.us]
Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2007 12:33 PM
To: Andrea Petzel
Cc: McMeekin, Jeff J
Subject: RE: PSE Transmission line relocation LUA0?-074, V-H, V-H,ECF Notice of Application and Proposed De[Scanned]
Andrea,
The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Fisheries Division has reviewed the threshold determination, the environmental checklist, the
wetland and stream analysis report and the wetland/stream buffer restoration report for the above referenced project. Thanks to
Jeff McMeekin for dropping off hard copies of the two requested reports directly to us. Based on our review of the documents, we
offer the following comments for your review and consideration.
1. Incorrect water typing for Thunder Hills Creek
The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe and the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) think that Thunder Hills creek is
considered to be fish bearing and could be used by salmon ids if they can access this site (see page 41 of WSDOT's 1-405
Renton Nickel Improvement Project Environmental Assessment, Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Discipline Report, October
2005). The stream classification rating in Table 3 of the Wetland and Stream Analysis Report is incorrect as a result. The 1-
405 culvert crossing Thunder Hills Creek is currently a fish passage barrier and as a result should not be used as the basis for
determining fish presence or absence. Instead, physical criteria found in WAC 222-16-031 (3) should be used in instances
when fish presence has not been confirmed. We are unaware of any data collected for Thunder Hills Creek that could be
compared against this physical criteria. It was not available or discussed in the Wetland/Stream report.
As a result of incorrect water typing, it is likely that the stream buffer impact analysis is incorrect for the potential fish-bearing
component of Thunder Hills Creek and the mitigation may be insufficient, too.
2. Analyzed permanent stream buffer impact
The permanent stream buffer impacts are not sufficiently described or quantified to ascertain. It is not apparent that the new
structures within 200 feet of Thunder Hills Creek were appropriately assessed in the impact analysis. Also, there is no
discussion about the difference between "permanent" and "temporary" stream buffer impacts. Trees that are 6 inches in
diameter and greater that are within 200 feet of Thunder Hills Creek could recruit to the stream channel and become instream
habitat. Their removal and replanting with smaller sized trees should not be viewed as a temporary impact as it will take at 10-
25 years for the planted trees to reach the equivalent sizes of the trees removed. According to Figure 10 of the
Wetland/Stream Analysis report, 28 trees will be removed that meet this criteria (see tree removal data table). They should
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Proposed De[Scanned]
From: "Karen Walter" <Karen.Waltcr@muckleshoot.nsn.us>
"Andrea Petzel" <APetzcl@ci.renton.wa.us>
12/12/2007 12:33 PM
To:
Date:
Subject: RE: PSE Transmission line relocation LUA07-074, V-H, V-H,ECF Notice of Application and Proposed De
[Scanned]
CC: "McMeekin, Jeff J" <jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com>
Andrea,
The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Fisheries Division has reviewed the threshold determination, the environmental checklist, the
wetland and stream analysis report and the wetland/stream buffer restoration report for the above referenced project. Thanks to
Jeff McMeekin for dropping off hard copies of the two requested reports directly to us. Based on our review of the documents, we
offer the following comments for your review and consideration.
I. Incorrect water typing for Thunder Hills Creek
The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe and the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) think that Thunder Hills creek is
considered to be fish bearing and could be used by salmonids if they can access this site (see page 41 of WSDOT's 1-405
Renton Nickel Improvement Project Environmental Assessment, Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Discipline Report, October
2005). The stream classification rating in Table 3 of the Wetland and Stream Analysis Report is incorrect as a result. The 1-
405 culvert crossing Thunder Hills Creek is currently a fish passage barrier and as a result should not be used as the basis for
determining fish presence or absence. Instead, physical criteria found in WAC 222-16-031(3) should be used in instances
when fish presence has not been confirmed. We are unaware of any data collected for Thunder Hills Creek that could be
compared against this physical criteria. It was not available or discussed in the Wetland/Stream report.
As a result of incorrect water typing, it is likely that the stream buffer impact analysis is incorrect for the potential fish-bearing
component of Thunder Hills Creek and the mitigation may be insufficient, too.
2. Analyzed permanent stream buffer impact
The permanent stream buffer impacts are not sufficiently described or quantified to ascertain. It is not apparent that the new
structures within 200 feet of Thunder Hills Creek were appropriately assessed in the impact analysis. Also, there is no
discussion about the difference between "permanent" and "temporary" stream buffer impacts. Trees that are 6 inches in
diameter and greater that are within 200 feet of Thunder Hills Creek could recruit to the stream channel and become instream
habitat. Their removal and replanting with smaller sized trees should not be viewed as a temporary impact as it will take at 10-
25 years for the planted trees to reach the equivalent sizes of the trees removed. According to Figure 10 of the
Wetland/Stream Analysis report, 28 trees will be removed that meet this criteria (see tree removal data table). They should
be placed into the stream channel to partially mitigate for their removal.
3. 1-405 culvert at Thunder Hills
This culvert failed as a result of recent storm events and requires an emergency repair/replacement (Bill Jordan, pers.
Comm. Dec 12 2007). The Tribal Fisheries Division expects that this culvert will be made fish passable as a result of this
repairs/replacement. As part of this work, PSE should facilitate the fish passage repair of this culvert which may include
granting additional easement or access to WSDOT to correct the culvert sufficiently, which may require a fish passage
structure that goes beyond WSDOT's current Right of Way.
4. It appears that the impact analysis fails to consider permanent impacts to "upper" Thunder Hills Creek as a result of the
permanent maintenance road. The impact assessment may have only considered the road to impact the wetland buffer of
Wetland B. The road appears to be within 200 feet of Thunder Hills Creek, which means that the tree removal in this area
may result in a loss of wood recruitment to Thunder Hills Creek by permanently removing a source of trees for future wood
recruitment. If this is correct, additional mitigation will be needed for this impact.
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5. Proposed riparian planting plan
As far as the riparian area planting mitigation measure is concerned, please note that the trees planted under the power
line are not typically allowed to grow to their maximum heights; therefore, the existing of the relocated power line within
the Thunder Hills Creek riparian area will result in continuing impacts to riparian functions, especially wood recruitment
and instream habitat, despite the replanting of removed trees. There is no discussion about this issue in the wetland and
stream restoration report, nor proposed mitigation.
From: Andrea Petzel [mailto:APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us]
Sent: Thursday, December 06, 2007 9:30 AM
To: Karen Walter
Subject: RE: PSE Transmission line relocation LUA07-074, V-H, V-H,ECF,Notice of Application and Proposed De[Scanned]
Karen,
The ERC meeting is the 17th and I'll be writing the report next week, done by Thursday at the ver latest. If it's possible to get
your comments before then, that would be most helpful. That way they can be incorporated into the ERC report and discussed at
the meeting.
Thanks,
Andrea
>>> "Karen Walter" <Karen.Walter@muckleshoot.nsn.us> 12/05/07 9:23 AM >>>
Thank you very much!
Karen Walter
MITFD
From: McMeekin, Jeff J [mailto:jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com]
Sent: Wednesday, December 05, 2007 8:30 AM
To: Karen Walter
Cc: Andrea Petzel
Subject: RE: PSE Transmission line relocation LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF,Notice of Application and Proposed Deter[Scanned]
Karen,
We will get the reports and plans out to you today.
Feel free to contact me with any questions at (425) 462-3824.
Thanks.
Jeff
From: Andrea Petzel [mailto:APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us]
Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2007 4:31 PM
To: Karen Walter; McMeekin, Jeff J
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Subject: Fwd: PSE Transmission line relocation LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF,Notice of Application and Proposed Deter
Hi Jeff,
Attached is an email from Karen Walter of the Muckleshoot Tribe. There are some documents she would like to see, and I don't
have any additional copies. Can you please get in touch with her (I've copied her on this email), so she can get the documents?
Probably the quickest way would be to scan and email to her. I'm going to be working on the staff report next week to take to
the Environmental Review Committee on the 17th of December.
Thanks!
Andrea
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ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION AND PUBLIC HEARING
ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE. MITIGATED (DNS-M)
POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
PROJECT NAME:
PROJECT NUMBER;
LOCATION:
PSE Transmission Line Relocation
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Area 1c Upper Thunder H111s Creek, east of 1-405 on Talbot HIii; Area 2: Lower Thunder
Hills Creek, wut of 1-405 near Sam's Club parking lot; Area J: South of 1-405 and east of
Talbot Road
DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two Hearing Examiner
Variances from the Critk:al Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy {PSE) tranmission
lines to allow fOl' the widening of 1-405. The proposal would Involve the removal or 31 PSE pain am! the
replacement with 28 poles. ln addition, acc:en roads are proposed to b& constructed to maintain the relocated
poles. The proje<:t site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. Tha proposed project would result
in permanent and temporary impacts to protected slopes, wlttlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas.
AU permanent wetland impacts wlll be mltlgat&d through the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank. Permanent
stream, slope and temporary wetland Impacts will be mitigated onslte.
THE CITY OF RENTON ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITIEE (ERG) HAS DETERMINED THAT
THE PROPOSED ACTION DOES NOT HAVE A SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE IMPACT ON THE
ENVIRONMENT.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be flied In writing on or befor1> $;00 PM <><1 January 2, 2008.
Appeals must be flied In writing together with the required $75.00 application fee wltll: Hearing Examiner, City of
Renton, 1055 Soutll Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City ol Renton
Municipal Coda Section 4-8-110.B. Additional Information ragarding the appeal process may be obtained from the
Renton City Clerl1'111 Office, i42S) 4l0-0S10.
A PUBLIC HEARING WJLL BE HELD BY THE RENTON HEARING EXAMINER AT HIS REGULAR
MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON THE 7TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, 1055 SOUTH GRADY
WAY, RENTON, WASHINGTON, ON JANUARY 8, 2008 AT 1:30 PM TO CONSIDER THE
VARIANCES. IF THE ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION IS APPEALED, THE APPEAL WILL BE
HEARD AS PART OF THIS PUBLIC HEARING.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY OF RENTON, DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES DIVISION AT (425) 430-7200.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS NOTICE WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION
Please Include the project NUMBER when calling for proper1ile identification.
CERTIFICATION
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ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION AND PUBLIC HEARING
ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE -MITIGATED (DNS-M)
POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
PROJECT NAME:
PROJECT NUMBER:
LOCATION:
PSE Transmission Line Relocation
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Area 1: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill; Area 2: Lower Thunder
Hills Creek, west of 1-405 near Sam's Club parking lot; Area 3: South of 1-405 and east of
Talbot Road
DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two .Hearing Examiner
Variances from the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission
lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the
replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be constructed to maintain the relocated
poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed project would result
in permanent and temporary impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas.
All permanent wetland impacts will be mitigated through the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank. Permanent
stream, slope and temporary wetland impacts will be mitigated onsite.
THE CITY OF RENTON ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITIEE (ERC) HAS DETERMINED THAT
THE PROPOSED ACTION DOES NOT HAVE A SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE IMPACT ON THE
ENVIRONMENT.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM on January 2, 2008.
Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required $75.00 application fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of
Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of Renton
Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.B. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the
Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510.
A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE RENTON HEARING EXAMINER AT HIS REGULAR
MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON THE 7TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL, 1055 SOUTH GRADY
WAY, RENTON, WASHINGTON, ON JANUARY 8, 2008 AT 1:30 PM TO CONSIDER THE
VARIANCES. IF THE ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION IS APPEALED, THE APPEAL WILL BE
HEARD AS PART OF THIS PUBLIC HEARING. .
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY OF RENTON, DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES DIVISION AT (425) 430-7200.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS NOTICE WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION
Please include the project NUMBER when calling for proper file identification.
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Gregg Zimmerman P.E., Administrator
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December 20, 2007
Jeff McMeekin
Puget Sound Energy
PO Box 97034 /EST-II W
Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
SUBJECT: PSE Transmission Line Relocation
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Dear Mr. McMeekin:
This letter is written on behalf of the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) to advise you that they
have completed their review of the subject project and have issued a threshold Determination of Non-
Significance-Mitigated with Mitigation Measures. Please refer to the enclosed ERC Report and Decision,
Part 2, Section B for a list of the Mitigation Measures.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM on
January 2, 2008. Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required $75.00 application fee
with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the
Examiner are governed by City of Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-11 O.B. Additional information
regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510.
A Public Hearing will be held by the Renton Hearing Examiner in. the Council Chambers on the
seventh floor of City Hall, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, Washington, on January 8, 2008 at 1:30
PM to consider the variances. The applicant or representative(s) of the applicant is required to be present
at the public hearing .. A copy of the staff report will be mailed to you one week before the hearing. If the
Environmental Determination is appealed, the appeal will be heard as part of this public hearing.
The preceding information will assist you in planning for implementation of your project and enable you
to exercise your appeal rights more fully, if you choose to do so. If you have any questions or desire
clarification of the above, please call me at (425) 430-7270.
For the Environmental Review Committee,
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Andrea Petzel "--
Associate Planner
Enclosure
cc: Puget Western, Inc., Wal-Mart/ Owner(s)
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CIT. OF RENTON
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Gregg Zimmerman P.E., Administrator ~,"V'1'o~y-------------------------------
December 20, 2007
Washington State
Department of Ecology
Environmental Review Section
PO Box 47703
Olympia, WA 98504-7703
Subject: Environmental Determination
Transmitted herewith is a copy of the Environmental Determination for the following project reviewed by
the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) on December 17, 2007:
DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE -MITIGATED
PROJECT NAME:
PROJECT NUMBER:
PSE Transmission Line Relocation
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
LOCATION: Areal: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill;
Area 2: Lower Thunder Hills Creek, area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot;
Area 3: area south of 1-405 and east of Talbot Road.
DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two
Hearing Examiner Variances from the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget
Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening ofl-405. The proposal would involve
the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with 28 poles. ln addition, access roads are
proposed to be constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4
streams and protected slopes. The proposed project would result in permanent and temporary
impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas. All permanent
wetland impacts will be mitigated through the Springbrook Wetland. Mitigation Bank. Permanent
stream, slope and temporary wetland impacts will be mitigated onsite.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM on
January 2, 2008. Appeals must. be filed in writing together with the required $75.00 application fee
with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the
Examiner are governed by City of Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-11 O.B. Additional information
regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510.
If you have questions, please call me at ( 425) 430-7270.
For the Environmental Review Committee,
Associate Planner
Enclosure
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WDFW, Stewart Reinbold
David F. Dietzman, Department of Natural Resources -
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DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE-MITIGATED
MITIGATION MEASURES
APPLICATION NO(S):
APPLICANT
PROJECT NAME:
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
PSE Transmission Line Relocation
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two
Hearing Examiner Variances from the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy
(PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE
poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be constructed to maintain
the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed project
would result in permanent and temporary impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated
buffer areas. All permanent wetland impacts will be mitigated through the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank.
Permanent stream, slope and temporary wetland impacts will be mitigated onsite.
LOCATION OF PROPOSAL: Area 1: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill;
Area 2: Lower Thunder Hills Creek, west of 1-405 near Sam's Club
parking lot; Area 3: South of 1-405 and east of Talbot Road
LEAD AGENCY:
MITIGATION MEASURES:
The City of Renton
Department of Planning/Building/Public Works
Development Planning Section
1. The applicant shall provide information on the approximate amount of cut and fill required for this project to the
· Development Services project manager. This information is required prior to the public hearing scheduled for January
8,2008. .
·2. The applicant shall install temporary erosion control, designed in accordance with the Department of Ecology
standards for the duration of the project.
3. If bedrock is encountered, blasting is not permitted.
4. Clearing and grubbing shall be limited to the upper 6 inches of the topsoil and root zone.
5. The applicant shall restore disturbed areas by replanting in areas that have been damaged due to road or structure
construction. Native plants shall be used, :and information on the amount and placement of the plants is subject to the
review and approval of the Development Services project manager.
6. The applicant shall follow all additional recommendations found in the geotechnical report submitted tiy GeoEngineers
(dated July 11, 2007).
7. The applicant shall submit quarterly monitoring reports for stream mitigation and monitoring for the first year and
annually thereafter for a total of five (5) consecutive years of successful maintenance (assuming performance
standards are met).
8. The applicant shall provide Development Services project managers with information on the potential impacts this
project might have on stormwater runoff. This information is required prior to the public hearing on January 8, 2008
9. Should evidence ofa historic site be found during site development, work shaUbe stopped and the applicant shall
submit an archaeological resource survey of the site. This survey shall conform to the requirements and standards of
the Washington State Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation and must be conducted under the on-site
supervision of a state-approved archaeologist. Work shall recommence when approval is received from the Office of
Archaeology and Historic Preiervation.
ERC Mitigation Measures Page 1 ot 1
CITY OF RENTON
DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE-MITIGATED
ADVISORY NOTES
APPLICATION NO(S):
APPLICANT:
PROJECT NAME:
LUA07-074, V-H. V-H, ECF
Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
PSE Transmission Line Relocation
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two
Hearing Examiner Variances frorn the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy
(PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE
poles and the repl<1cement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be constructed to maintain
the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed project
would result in permanent and temporary impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated
buffer areas. All permanent wetland impacts will be mitigated through the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank.
Permanent stream, slope and temporary wetland impacts will be mitigated onsite.
LOCATION OF PROPOSAL:
LEAD AGENCY:
ADVISORY NOTES TO APPLICANT:
Area 1: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill;
Area 2: Lower Thunder Hills Creek, west of 1-405 near Sam's Club
parking lot; Area 3: South of 1-405 and east of Talbot Road
The City of Renton
Department of Planning/Building/Public Works
Development Planning Section
The following notes are supplemental information providerJin .conjunction with the environmental determination. Because
these notes are provided as information only, they are notsilbject to the appeal process for environmental determinations.
Planning
1. Nonresidential construction activities .shall be restricted to the hours between seven o'clock {7:00) a.m. and eight
o'c.lock {8:00) p.m., Monday through Friday, Work on Saturdays shall be. restricted to the hours betwe<en nine o'clock
{9:00) a.m. and eight o'clock .(8:00) p.rn.J;.Jowork shall be permitted on Sundays.
Public Works
1. The site is within the City of Renjon water service area. Ther<e are waterlines in the vicinity of the transmission line
easements.
2. There are sewer mains adjacent and within the site area.
3. There existstorm drainage and storm water conveyance systems {both natural and manmade) within the site area.
4. There are currently paved and partially improved public rights-of-way serving portions of the site.
ERC Advisory Notes Page. 1 of 1
CITY OF RENTON
DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE
(MITIGATED)
APPLICATION NO(S)
APPLICANT
PROJECT NAME:
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
PSE Transmission Line Relocation
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two
Hearing Examiner Variances from the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy
(PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE
poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be constructed to maintain
the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed project
would result in permanent and temporary impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated
buffer areas. All permanent wetland impacts will be mitigated through the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank.
Permanent stream, slope and temporary wetland impacts will be mitigated onsite.
LOCATION OF PROPOSAL:
LEAD AGENCY:
Area 1: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill;
Area 2: Lower Thunder Hills Creek, west of 1-405 near Sam's Club
parking lot;
Area 3: South of 1-405 and east of Talbot Road
The City of Renton
Department of Planning/Building/Public Works
Development Planning Section
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).
Conditions were imposed as mitigation measures by the Environmental Review Committee under their authority of
Section 4-6-6 Renton Municipal Code. These conditions are necessary to mitigate environmental impacts identified
during the environmental review process.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM on January 2, 2008.
Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required $75.00 application fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton,
1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of Renton Municipal Code
Section 4-8-11 O.B. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk's
Office, (425) 430-6510.
PUBLICATION DATE:
DATE OF DECISION:
SIGNATURES:
Te~iyama, Administrator
Community Services
December 19, 2007
December 17, 2007
. David Daniels, Fire Chief
Fire Departmen
P-/17/07
Date
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
PLANNING/BUILDING/
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
December l 3, 2007
Environmental Review Committee Members
Jennifer Henning, Current Planning Manager dTYj
ERC Item Scheduled for December 17, 2007
The ERC item scheduled for December l 7, 2007 will be a Consent Agenda. No meeting
will occur. A signature sheet will be forwarded to each of the ERC members. If you
have any questions regarding the ERC item "PSE Transmission Line Relocation", please
contact Andrea Petzel, project manager at x7270. Thank you.
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE
December 17, 2007
To: Gregg Zimmerman, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator
Terry Higashiyama, Community Services Administrator
I. David Daniels, Fire Chief
Alex Pietsch, EDNSP Administrator
From: Jennifer Henning, Development Planning
Meeting Date: Monday, December 17, 2007
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Sixth Floor Conference Room #620
Agenda listed below.
PSE Transmission Line Relocation (Petzel}
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and two Hearing Examiner Variances from the Critical
Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-
405. The proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access
roads are proposed to be constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4
streams and protected slopes. The proposed project would result in permanent and temporary impacts to protected
slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas. All permanent wetland impacts will be mitigated
through the Springbrook Wetland Mitigation Bank. Permanent stream, slope and temporary wetland impacts will be
mitigated onsite.
cc: K. Keolker, Mayor
J. Covington, Chief Administrative Officer
S. Dale Estey, Economic Development Director®
D. Pargas. Assistant Fire Marshall
N. Watts, P/B/PW Development Services Director ®
F. Kaufman, Hearing Examiner
B. Van Horne, Deputy Fire Chief®
J. Medzegian, Council
P. Hahn, P/B/PW Transportation Systems Director
R. Lind, Economic Development
L. Warren, City Attorney ®
ERG
REPORT
ERC MEETING DATE:
Project Name:
Owner:
Applicant:
Contact:
File Number:
Project ,\1anager:
Project Summary:
Project Location:
Exist. Bldg. Area SF:
Site Area:
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION:
City of Renton
Department of Planning / Building / Public Works
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT
December 17, 2007
PSE Transmission Line Relocation
Puget Western, Inc & Puget Sound Energy; WalMart (Sam's Club)
Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Jeff McMeekin, P.O. Box 97034IEST-l 1 W, Bellev11e, WA 98009-9734
LUA 07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Andrea Petzel, Associate Planner
The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEP A) Review and two Hearing
Examiner Variances from the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening ofl-405.
The proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with
28 poles. In addition, access roads arc proposed to be constructed to maintain the
relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected
slopes. The proposed project would result in permanent and temporary impacts to
protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas. All
permanent wetland impacts will be mitigated through the Springbrook Wetland
Mitigation Bank. Permanent stream, slope and temporary wetland impacts will be
mitigated onsitc.
Area I -Upper Thunder Hills Creek, east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill
Area 2 -Lower Thunder Hills Creek, west of 1-405 near Sam's Club parking lot
Area 3 -South ofl-405 and east of Talbot road.
NIA Proposed New Bldg. Area (footprint):
Proposed New Bldg. Area (gross):
NIA Total Building Area CSF:
Determination of Non-Significance -Mitigated (DNS-M)
Project Location Map
NIA
NIA
NIA
PSE ERC Report.doc
City r~lRentun P/B/PW Depar1111e
PS£ TRANSMISSION LINER
Report of December 17, 2007
CATION
PART ONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION/ BACKGROUND
Envirr .. ·nental Revinv Committee Staff Report
LUA 07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Page 2 of8
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The applicant, Puget Sound Energy, has requested Environmental Review and two Hearing Examiner Vanances
to approve the relocation of high tension power lines impactmg three environmentally sensitive areas: streams,
wetlands, and steep slopes. Power line pole relocation is necessary because ofWSDOT's planned improvements
to lnterstate-405. Project improvements extend approximately 4 miles along 1-405 from 1-5 to SR 169, and
approximately 2 miles along SR 167 from 1-405 to SW 43'J Street. The project has been divided into three areas,
and will impact five wetlands, four streams and several areas with steep slopes.
Permanent wetland and wetland buffer impacts will be mitigated through the use of credits at the Springbrook
Wetland Mitigation Bank. Permanent and temporary stream and slope impacts, as well as temporary wetland
buffer impacts will be mitigated onsite. In addition to the permits required by the City of Renton, the applicant
will be submitting applications for additional permits to the City of Tukwila, King County, and the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers.
Site-specific impacts are discussed below and include an increase (in some locations) in the number and size of
poles, and some increase in pole height. Some new poles will be lower than those currently in place.
Comparisons of future and existing power pole height and size are presented in the tables found in the next
section of the report. The relocation project has been divided into the three following areas:
Area 1 -Upper Thunder Hills Creek, the area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill.
Area
'
The main access road to the existing 230 kV structure is proposed to be resurfaced and maintained as a
permanent road, all other road surface areas will be restored. Quantities of fill are unknown at this time.
Critical areas that will be impacted include wetlands A, B, and C, Thunder Hills Creek, and steep
slopes.
Line ', Existln-Stf\l,;;tur•. h~ Pronoffd Structure 'h' lrnna,;1 Slooes lmo,,;t Watlands Helnht Footnrlnt
hlbot-O'Brlen #3 0/6 230Kv, Steel 162' 230Kv, Steel 115' M 00 00 Decrease Same
Talbot-Boeing Renton #2 0/9 1-wood. 70' 3-nole 54' " 00 00 Decrease Increase
0111 1-wood, 10· 2-"ole 100' 00 00 '" Increase Increase
Talbot Metro Renton 0/9 1-wood, 85' 3-"ole unknown "" 00 00 Unknown Increase
Talbot -O'Brien t/2 om 2-"ole wood, 60' 3-nole. 47' "" '"" 00 Decrease Increase
0/9 2-,,ole wood, 60' 2-oole, 110' es 00 00 Increase Same
Talbot Chris1opher Oil 2--ole wood. 50' 3-"ole, 47' "" '" 00 Decrease Increase
Ol8 2-"ole wood, 85' 2-nole, 110' 00 00 00 Increase Same
Talbot Asbury 0/8 2-nole wood, 80' 3-nole, 48' '" 00 00 lncrea5e Increase
019 3-nole wood, 85' 2-"ole, 92' 00 00 00 lncrea5e Decrease
Area 2 -Lower Thunder Hills Creek, the area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Cluh parking lot.
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This area will require significant grading for temporary construction access, some to occur on steep
slopes (variance required). Quantities of fill are unknown at this time. The project proposal includes
constructing a temporary crossing bridge over the Thunder Hills Creek flume in the rear of the Sam's
Club parking lot. A design for the crossing is not currently available. Temporary construction roads
will be built on steep slopes, and the roads and disturbed areas will be restored with native vegetation,
but not re-contoured, because PSE would like to reserve the right to access their facilities (poles) in the
event of an emergency. Critical areas include Thunder Hills Creek, a wetland and steep slopes,
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Shuffleton O'Brien 0'3 '"°"· 1-7f! m 00 --Sam,
Talbot· O'Brien #3 [fl 23{]Kv, Steel Seel 110' --m 00 u,_,,, .. .,, Sam,
Talbot Boeing Rarton #2 ~12 1-~Uam ·-00 Yes _Pd,
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Talbot Ctvistc.phar m, ---"ew::cd. 6J 3-rrle. 110' -"' I= Sm,
m, .........,.,,ew::cd, ro 1.--·-. 100' -"' -I= °"""''
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Talbot.Astuy mt 2 ""'e \MX'd, 85' "-·'e, 102' m m m l=oo '"""'
D'2 , ---'e \MX'd, 85' 3-rrle, 102' m m m 1 1ruea:.e Same
PSE ERC Report.doc
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PSE TRANS,11JSSI0N LINER c;;C""A'°TaeaJO;c;':.;,'1/-~~~~~~----LUA 07-074, V-Il, V-Il, ECF
Report of December 1 7, 2007 Page 3 of 8
Area 3 -South of I-405 and east of Talbot Road.
This area will be accessed off of Talbot Road right-of way, through an existing office development.
Access off Talbot Road would be permanent; all other disturbed areas would be restored. Wetland fill
would occur at this site, the impacts of which would be mitigated through credits at the Springbrook
Creek Wetland Mitigation Bank. A new road is proposed in this area, which has protected slopes.
,.., u~ .,, Exlst!n" Structure, h" Pc Structure 'h" . " I ct~ I ct Wfltlands Helaht Foot "'
3 Talbot Asburv 111 1-1'>()()1), 85' 3-"'"'le, 92' " '" " Increase Increase
Talbot CIYistopher 0/16 1-1'>()()1), 85' 1---'e. 65' " l:, ••s Increase Same
0/15 1-wx:d, 85' 3-='e, 104' " ino =s Increase Increase
PART TWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
In compliance with RCW 43.21 C.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 probably impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible Officials:
Issue a DNS-M with a 14-day Appeal Period.
B. Mitigation Measures
1. The applicant shall provide infonnation on the approximate amount of cut and fill required for this
project to the Development Services project manager. This information is required prior to the public
hearing scheduled for January 8, 2008.
2. The applicant shall install temporary erosion control, designed in accordance with the Department of
Ecology standards for the duration of the project.
3. If bedrock is encountered, blasting is not permitted.
4. Clearing and grubbing shall be limited to the upper 6 inches of the topsoil and root zone.
5. The applicant shall restore disturbed areas by replanting in areas that have been damaged due to road or
strncture construction. Native plants shall be used, and infommtion on the amount and placement of the
plants is subject to the review and approval of the Development Services project manager.
6. The applicant shall follow all additional recommendations found in the geotechnical report submitted by
GeoEngineers (dated July 11, 2007).
7. The applicant shall submit quarterly monitoring reports for stream mitigation and monitoring for the first
year and annually thereafter for a total of five (5) consecutive years of successful maintenance (assuming
performance standards are met).
8. The applicant shall provide Development Services project managers with information on the potential
impacts this project might have on stormwater runoff. This information is required prior to the public
hearing on January 8, 2008
9. Should evidence of a historic site be found during site development, work shall be stopped and the
applicant shall submit an archaeological resource survey of the site. This survey shall conform to the
requirements and standards of the Washington State Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
and must be conducted under the on-site supervision of a state-approved archaeologist. Work shall
recommence when approval is received from the Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation.
PSE ERC Report.doc
City ofRe11to11 P/B!PW Departmer· E11viro~ .. iental Revieiv Committee Staff Report
PSE TRA!V'SMISSION Lli'VE R. ~A110N -------~--------R c p or l of December 17, 2007
C. Exhibits
Exhibit I
Exhibit 2
Exhibit 3
Exhibit 4
Exhibit 5
Exhibit 6
Zoning Map Page G4 West
Mitigation Cover Sheet
Tree Cutting/Land Clearing Plan --Area 2
Tree Cutting/Land Clearing Plan -Area 3
Mitigation Impact Summary Pan -Areas 2 and 3
Mitigation Impact Summary Plan -Arca 1
D. Environmental Impacts
LUA 07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Page 4 of8
The Proposal was circulated and reviewed by various City Departments and Divisions to determine whether
the applicant has adequately identified and addressed environmental impacts anticipated to occur in
conjunction with the proposed development. Staff reviewers have identified that the proposal is likely to
have the following probable impacts:
l. Earth
Impacts: All three sites contain slopes, varying from rolling hills to steep stream channels. The steepest
sites are along the stream channel east of!-405 (Area I). Slopes in this area vary from 20-70 percent. The
applicant submitted a Geotechnical Report by GeoEnginecrs ( dated July 11, 2007). The report states that the
topography of the project area begins at the top of Talbot Hill, near Grant Avenue South at about Elevation
340 feet, and slopes down to the wetland at about 20 percent. The topography is hummocky and uneven,
possibly because of previous coal mining activities in the area. A steep ravine (side slope about 70 percent
or greater cuts across the project corridor in a north-south direction. The cut slopes on the east side ofl-405
are inclined at about 70 percent or flatter. West of 1-405, the topography slopes down to Benson Road (and
then west of Benson Road), down to the base of the hill at about 60 percent.
The primary soil units at the site consist of a thick layer of fill/weathered native soils overlying bedrock. The
fill/weathered native soils vary from 2-12 feet thick and typically consist of sand to silty soil. The bedrock
consists of the Renton Formation sandstone. According to the geotechnical report, most of the project
corridor lies in, or adjacent to, land considered geologic, coal mine, seismic, erosion, landslide, and steep
slope hazard areas. Despite this potentially unstable area, there are generally no signs of unstable soils at the
site. The exception is along the stream channels east ofl-405. Sliding occurs infrequently as evidenced by
the thick vegetative cover along most of the ravine. According to the geotechnical report, if a landslide were
to occur, it would most likely be very shallow, or superficial sliding of the soil overburden, or highly
weathered, decomposed sandstone.
The eastern part of the project corridor is located within a coal mine hazard area, and a rock tunnel to access
the mined area crosses below 1-405, just north of the project corridor. The geotechnical report states that
there is a low risk for coal mine hazards or liquefaction.
The levels of cut and fill were not given by the applicant, and given the steep nature of the project site, could
be substantial. The geotechnical report states several recommendations for construction in the sensitive
areas, including temporary and permanent erosion control, pem1anent revegetation, limiting excavation
techniques and clearing/grading, and restricting the earthwork schedule. Given the high risk for erosion for
this project area, staff recommends following the conditions set forth in the geotechnical report, and listed
specifically in the mitigation measures below.
Mitigation Measures:
1. The applicant shall provide information on the approximate amount of cut and fill required
for this project to the Development Services project manager. This information is required
prior to the public hearing scheduled for January 8, 2008.
2. The applicant shall install temporary erosion control, designed in accordance with the
Department of Ecology standards for the duration of the project
3. If bedrock is encountered, blasting is not permitted.
4. Clearing and grubbing shall be limited to the upper 6 inches of the topsoil and root zone.
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5. The applicant shall restore disturbed areas by replanting in areas that have been damaged
due to road or structure construction. '-iative plants shall be used, and information on the
amount and placement of the plants 1s subject to the review and approval of the
Development Services project manager.
6. The applicant shall follow all additional recommendations found in the geotechnical report
submitted by GeoEngineers (dated July 11, 2007).
Nexus: SEPA Environmental Regulations; Critical Areas Regulations; Grading Excavation and Mining
Regulations.
2. Air
Impacts: During construction, short-term emissions may occur, including dust and vehicle emissions from
construction-related equipment. Dust emissions will be controlled during site construction by using best
management practices, including periodic watering of disturbed areas.
Mitigation Measures: No further mitigation necessary.
Nexus: Not applicable.
3. Water
a. Wetland, Streams, Lakes
Impacts: Five Category III wetlands are present at the project site. There are also three Class 3
streams and one Class 4 stream present, all of which appear to be hydrologically connected, as stated
in the Wetland & Stream Analysis Report by Wetland Permitting Services (WPS), dated October 17,
2007. Construction of an access road will occur within stream buffers, wetland buffers and will
require the permanent fill of 2,221 SF (0.51 acres) of wetland and buffer. A temporary bridge will be
placed across the portion of Thunder Hills Creek at the Sam's Club property to access structures east
of the stream. Permanent impacts include access roads require rock placement, structural footprints,
and tree removal. A restoration report was also submitted as part of the application, and will be
reviewed upon approval of the two variances.
Wetlands: There are five wetlands in the project area. The original delineation for WSDOT's
right-of-way expansion identified two: Wetlands 2.9L and 2.82R (Submitted by Anchor
Environmental, LLC May, 2007). Subsequently, Wetland Permitting Services (WPS) identified
three additional wetlands outside WSDOT's project area. These are referred to as wetlands A,
B, and C. The following table illustrates the impacts to each wetland area:
\\letland Name Permanent TemporaQ' Permanent Impacts clue to
Impacts Impacts Buffer lmpacts Reduced Buffer
2.9L 380 SF 7,217SF 12,127 SF 11,714 SF
2.82R 1,570 SF 3,563 SF 3,563 SF 6,955 SF
A 649 Sf 154 SF 3,438 SF 7,156SF
B 0 450 2,226 2,414 SF
C 0 0 3,343 SF 2,825 SF
TOTAL: 2,599 SF 10,065 SF 25,607 SF 31,064 SF
Streams: Thunder Hills Creek and three tributaries are within the project boundaries. Permanent
impacts to the streams and their associated buffers include new roads, structural footprints for
towers and guy wires, and tree removal. Permanent impacts to stream buffers will be mitigated
onsite, and because of the integrated hydrology between the wetlands and streams, staff
recommends as a condition of approval that all maintenance and monitoring for stream impacts
follow the same schedule as monitoring for the temporary impacts to the wetlands; quarterly for
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the first year, and annually thereafter, for a total of five consecutive years, assuming all
performance standards are met
Stream impacts are as follows:
Stream Permanent Buffer I mp act Tem~urary Buffer lmQaCt
Tributary 1 0 2,318 SF
Tributary 2 240 SF 6,744 SF
Tributary 3 0 0
Thunder Hills Creek 429 SF 25,880 SF
TOTAL: 669 SF 34,942 SF
The monitoring plan is subject to the review and approval of the Development Services staff, and will
be reviewed after approval of the two critical areas variances.
'Vlitigation Measures: The applicant shall submit quarterly monitoring reports for stream mitigation
and monitoring for the first year and annually thereafter for a total of five (5) consecutive years of
successful maintenance (assuming performance standards are met).
Nexus: SEPA Environmental Regulations, Critical Areas Regulations
b. Storm Water
Impacts: The applicant did not submit a drainage report with the application. Although the
application discusses very little new asphalt paving, it does not quantify the amount. A determination
has not yet been made as to whether flow control and water quality facilities are necessary as part of
the project. The environmental checklist does describe grading and access roadways of crushed rock
and packed earthen material. These activities and facilities (access roadways) will have surface water
impacts. Permanent drainage and erosion control may be necessary.
Given the high risk of erosion, and the new roads that are part of the project, the applicant needs to
provide more information concerning storm water impacts; particularly the added impervious areas
(including maintenance roadways (gravel or asphalt), structures, etc. Staff recommends as a condition
of approval that the applicant provide information on potential storm water impacts prior to the public
hearing scheduled for January 8, 2008. As discussed in section 0.1. Earth of this report, temporary
erosion control is required, and permanent erosion control might also be required.
Mitigation Measures: The applicant shall provide Development Services project managers with
information on the potential impacts this project might have on storm water runoff. This information
is required prior to the public hearing on January 8, 2008
Nexus: SEPA Regulations, DOE Stormwater Management Manual
4. Vegetation
Impacts: The project site is vegetated with mature trees, both deciduous and evergreen, shrubs, and wetland
plants. The applicant submitted a tree-clearing plan indicating that twenty-nine threes are slated to be
removed, all of which arc within the stream buffer or wetland buffer in Area 2. Trees to be removed are
cottonwoods and maples with calipers of2.4 to 14 feet in circumference. Replanting and restoration plans
were submitted, and will be reviewed and approved pending the decision on the two critical areas variances.
There are no known threatened or endangered plant species in the immediate project area.
Mitigation Measures: No further mitigation is necessary.
Nexus: Not applicable.
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5. Wildlife
Impacts: Hawks, herons, eagles, songbirds and other waterfowl are known to use the area as habitat.
Although the specific species were not included in the report, the environmental checklist states that no
threatened or endangered species use the site. In addition, deer arc known to inhabit the area. As part of the
mitigation for disturbed areas, the applicant proposes enhanced habitat features, which will be addressed as
part of the approval for the two critical areas variances. Impacts would be temporary, and subside once
construction has been completed.
Mitigation Measures: No further mitigation is necessary.
Nexus: Not applicable.
6. Aesthetics
Impacts: In some instances pole height will be increased, and in several cases the pole height will be
decreased. Many of the poles will increase from one per location to two or three per location. In some
locations there will also be more poles in place that what currently exists ( I pole structure replaced by a 3
pole structure, for instance). However, it does not appear that any increase in height, footprint or number of
poles would have a significantly adverse impact, or create an aesthetic that is any different from the current
transmission lines. The City did not receive any letters from citizens concerned with the proposed pole
relocation.
Mitigation Measures: No further mitigation necessary.
Nexus: Not applicable.
7. Historic and Cultural Preservation
Impacts: The City received a letter from the State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation,
indicating that it is possible that archaeological artifacts or a historic site could be encountered during project
construction. Should evidence of a historic site be found during site development, work shall immediately
cease and the Washington State Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation shall be contacted at
(360) 586-3065. A survey shall be submitted that conforms to the requirements and standards of the
Washington State Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation and must be conducted under the on-site
supervision of a state-approved archaeologist.
If any federal funds or permits are involved, Section I 06 of the National Historic Preservation Act, as
amended, and its implementing regulations, 36CFR800 must be followed. This is a separate process from
SEPA and requires fonnal government-to-government consultation with the affected Tribes and the State
agency.
In the event that cultural artifacts are found, work cannot recommence until approval is received from the
Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation.
Mitigation Measures: Should evidence of a historic site be found during site development, work shall be
stopped and the applicant shall submit an archaeological resource survey of the site. This survey shall
conform to the requirements and standards of the Washington State Office of Archaeology and Historic
Preservation and must be conducted under the on-site supervision of a state-approved archaeologist. Work
shall recommence when approval is received from the Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation.
Nexus: SEPA Environmental Regulations
E. Comments of Reviewing Departments
The proposal has been circulated to City Department and Division Reviewers. Where applicable, their
comments have been incorporated into the text of this report and/or "Advisory Notes to Applicant."
., Copies of all Review Comments are contained in the Official File and may be attached to this
report.
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Report of December 17, 2007 Page 8 of8
Environmental Determination Appeal Process Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed
in writing on or before 5:00 PM, January 2, 2008,
Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.8 governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner. Appeals must be filed in
writing at the City Clerk's office along with a $75.00 application fee. Additional infomrntion regarding the
appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office, Renton City Hall -7th Floor, I 055 S. Grady Way,
Renton WA 98057.
ADVISORY NOTES TO APPLICANT:
The Jo/lowing notes are supplemental information provided in conjunction with the administrative land use
action. Because these notes are provided as information only, they are not subject to the appeal process for the
land use actions.
Planning
I. Nonresidential construction activities shall be restricted to the hours between seven o'clock (7:00) a.m. and
eight o'clock (8:00) p.m., Monday through Friday. Work on Saturdays shall be restricted to the hours
between nine o'clock (9:00) a.m. and eight o'clock (8:00) p.m. No work shall be permitted on Sundays.
Public Works
1. The site is within the City of Renton water service area. There are waterlines in the vicinity of the
transmission line easements.
2. There are sewer mains adjacent and within the site area.
3. There exist stom1 drainage and storm water conveyance systems (both natural and manmade) within the site
area.
4. There arc currently paved and partially improved public rights-of-way serving portions of the site.
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PLANNING/BUILDING/
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
December 11, 2007
Andrea P etze 1
Mike Dotson ,yi)_.,
PSE Transmission Line Relocation; LUA 07-074
The following Utility and Transportation comments concern the Environmental and
Development Application review for the subject project.
EXISTING CONDITIONS
WATER-The site is within the City of Renton water service area. There are waterlines
in the vicinity of the transmission line easements.
SEWER -There are sewer mains adjacent and within the site area.
STORM -There exist storm drainage and storm water conveyance systems (both natural
and manmade) within the site area.
STREET -There are currently paved and partially improved public rights-of-way serving
portions of the site.
Comments to applicant:
I. There was no drainage report submitted with the application. Although the
application discusses very little new asphalt paving, it does not quantify the
amount. It is therefore difficult to determine if flow control and water quality
facilities may be necessary as part of the project. The environmental checklist
does describe grading and access roadways of crushed rock and packed earthen
material. These activities and facilities (access roadways) will have surface water
impacts. Permanent drainage and erosion control may be necessary.
2. Provide more information concerning storm water impacts; particularly the added
impervious areas (including maintenance roadways (gravel or asphalt), structures,
etc ..
3. Erosion control shall be designed in accordance with the Department of Ecology
standards.
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City of r<enton Department of Planning I Building I Pubuc Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT:
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
APPLICANT: Jeff McMeekin, Pu et Sound Ener
PROJECT TITLE: PSE Transmission Line Relocation
SITE AREA: Talbot Hill: 781,000 sq ft, Sam's Club Vicinity:
112,500 s ft, Talbot: 140,000 s ft
COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 28, 2007
DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 14, 2007
PROJECT MANAGER: Andrea Petzel
PLAN REVIEW: Mike Dotson
BUILDING AREA (gross): NIA
LOCATION: 3 locations: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill, Lower
Thunder Hills Creek, area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot, area south of 1-405
and east ofTalbot Road
WOBK ORDER NO: 77781
1:!UllDJNG DIVISION
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and Hearing Examiner Variances from the
Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The
proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be
constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed
project would result in impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable More Element of the Probable Probable Mora
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earlh Housinn
Air Aesthetics
Water L1nht/Glare
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use Utilities
Animals Transr.orfation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/ Historic!Cu//ura/
Natural Resources Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
B. POLJCY-RELA TED COMMENTS
C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS
We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and hav · entified areas of probable impact or
areas where additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal.
3ignature of Director or Authorized Representative Date
City o, nenton Department of Planning I Building I Public Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: T rR( I ~ .•• ·+ct.tit'[\ COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 28, 2007
I
APPLICATION NO: LUA0?-074, V-H, V-H, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 14. 2007
APPLICANT: Jeff McMeekin, Puaet Sound Enerm, PROJECT MANAGER: Andrea Petzel
·. ' PROJECT TITLE: PSE Transmission Line Relocation PLAN REVIEW: Mike Dotson I, -,...,. :_, • ' ---
SITE AREA: Talbot Hill: 781,000 sq ft. Sam's Club Vicinity: BUILDING AREA (gross): NIA N~.; ; •' 112,500 sn ft, Talbot: 140,000 sn ft
LOCATION: 3 locations: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill, Lower woRK'l3W~NEJV#tm
Thunder Hills Creek, area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot, area south of 1-405
and east a/Talbot Road
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and Hearing Examiner Variances from the
Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The
proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be
constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed
project would result in impacts to protected slopes. wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable More Element of the Probable Probable Mo,e
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housinn
Air Aesthetics
Water urthtJG/are
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use Utilities
Animals Transnortation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/ Historic!Culfural
Natural Resources Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feef
14,000 Feet
Alo T,(JF J:,.s //, / :,""jd¢ 7
B. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS
~ ~ ~a!d77' ~/(2007
plication with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact or
ormation is needed to properly assess this proposal.
Representative
City of kenton Department of Planning I Building I Pub11c Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: 'F \ re, '
COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER2S; 20.0l '
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMB1'~ 14, 2007
APPLICANT: Jeff McMeekin, Puaet Sound Enernv PROJECT MANAGER: And,eil Petzel NOV 1 4 2007
PROJECT TITLE: PSE Transmission Line Relocation PLAN REVIEW: Mike Dotson
BUILDING AREA (gross): Nil\ ('i ~ y '.: ' SITE AREA: Talbot Hill: 781,000 sq ft, Sam's Club Vicinity: '' ' '' 112,500 sa ft, Talbot: 140,000 sa ft ~---~-----. -· .. -····-·
LOCATION: 3 lacations: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill, Lower WORK ORDER NO: 77781
Thunder Hills Creek, area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot, area south of 1-405
and east of Talbot Road
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and Hearing Examiner Variances from the
Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The
proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be
constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed
project would result in impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas.
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 Housino
Air Aesthetics
Water Lioht/G/are
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use UtHities
Animals TransrxJt1ation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/ Historic/Cultural
Natural Resources Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feer
B. 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
;,as where additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal.
~~ IL)~ 11!11r/o7
Signature of Director or Authorized Representative Date
STATE OF WASHINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF ARCHAEOLOGY & HISTORIC PRESERVATION
1063 S. Capitol Way, Suite 106 • Olympia, Washington 98501
Mailing address: PO Box 48343 • Olympia, Washington 98504-8343
( 360) 586-3065 • Fax Number (360) 586-3067 • Website: www.dahp.wa.gov
November 27, 2007
Ms. Andrea Petzel
Associate Planner
City of Renton
1055 South Grady Way
Renton. WA. 98057
In future correspondence please refer to:
Log: 112707-09-KI
Property: PSE Transmission Line Relocation LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Re: Archaeology -Survey Requested
Dear Ms. Petzel:
rvov
We have reviewed the materials forwarded to our office for the proposed project referenced above. Due
to the presence of streams and wetland in the proposed relocation areas, the project areas have the
potential for archaeological resources. Further, the scale of the proposed ground disturbing actions would
destroy any archaeological resources present, especially the construction of new access roads.
Identification during construction is not a recommended detection method because inadvertent
discoveries often result in costly construction delays and damage to the resource. Therefore, we
recommend a professional archaeological survey of the project area be conducted prior to ground
disturbing activities. W c also recommend consultation with the concerned Tribes' cultural committees
and staff regarding cultural resource issues.
If any federal funds or permits are involved Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, as
amended, and its implementing regulations, 36CFR800. must be followed. This is a separate process
from SEPA and requires fonnal government-to-government consultation with the affected Tribes and this
agency.
These comments are based on the infonnation available at the time of this review and on behalf of the
State Historic Preservation Officer. Should additional information become available, our assessment may
be revised. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this project and we look forward to receiving
the survey report. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (360) 586-3088 or
Scott.Williams(g)dahp.wa.gov.
Sincerely,
Scott Williams
Assistant State Archaeologist
CC: Charlie Sundberg, King County
Laura Murphy, Muckleshoot Tribe
City of Renton Department of Planning I Building I Public Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: f\1(1J'r+-COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 28, 2007 .
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 14, 2007
APPLICANT: Jeff McMeekin, Puoet Sound Enerm, PROJECT MANAGER: Andrea Petzel
PROJECT TITLE: PSE Transmission Line Relocation PLAN REVIEW: Mike Dotson
SITE AREA: Talbot Hill: 781,000 sq ft, Sam's Club Vicinity: BUILDING AREA (gross): N/A
112,500 sa ft, Talbot: 140,000 sa ft
LOCATION: 3 locations: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill, Lower WORK ORDER NO: 77781
Thunder Hills Creek, area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot, area south of 1-405
and east of Talbot Road
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and Hearing Examiner Variances from the
Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The
proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be
constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed
project would result in impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas.
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
Ear1h Housinn
Air Aesthetics
Water Linht/Glare
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use Uti!ilies
Animals Transnorfation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/ Historic/Cultural
Natural Resources Preservation
Airport Environment )<, 10.000 Feet
14.000 Feet
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B. POL/CY-RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS cbns)de',-; n 5fr1,-/l1 n;:; a.,-. tJ,b571" t-<. ,.-fivn J...rz; hf: M'T""f7 (\ of'
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City 01 Henton Department of Planning I Building I Pub11c Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: Qu-l5-, COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 28, 2007
APPLICATION NO: LUA0?-074, V-H, V-H, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 14, 2007 ()
APPLICANT: Jeff McMeekin, Puoet Sound Enerm, PROJECT MANAGER: Andrea Petzel ~ () .JJ
PROJECT TITLE: PSE Transmission Line Relocation PLAN REVIEW: Mike Dotson ~~ C) n <
SITE AREA: Talbot Hill: 781,000 sq ft, Sam's Club Vicinity: BUILDING AREA (gross): N/A
-; ..., -m -< :D en :;:::: 112,500 sn ft, Talbot: 140,000 sn ft uim
:D-; = m LOCATION: 3 locations: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill, Lower WORK ORDE~~: f.i:i!81 C Thunder Hills Creek, area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot, area south of 1-405 m and east of Talbot Road (/)
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and Hearing Examiner Variances from the
Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The
proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be
constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed
project would result in impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable Mora Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housinn
Air Aesthetics
Water Linh/JG/are
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use Utilities
Animals Transportation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/ Historic/Cultural
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 additional informati is needed to properly assess this proposal.
Date' /
City of Kenton Department of Planning I Building I Pub11c Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: (' _I' JI I ;'. II J r:-h ,\n COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 28, 2007
APPLICATION NO: LUA0?-074, V-H, V-H, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 14, 2007
APPLICANT: Jeff McMeekin, Puaet Sound Enernv PROJECT MANAGER: Andrea Petzel
' PROJECT TITLE: PSE Transmission Line Relocation PLAN REVIEW: Mike Dotson p ~-. --r: i . ·: n -·
SITE AREA: Talbot Hill: 781,000 sq ft, Sam's Club Vicinity: BUILDING AREA (gross): N/A fl· .j 112,500 sa ft, Talbot: 140,000 sa ft ~-.J ' ' -
LOCATION: 3 locations: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill, Lower WQS1il:1~1{)\§iJrVs1
Thunder Hills Creek, area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot, area south of 1-405
and east ofT al bot Road
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and Hearing Examiner Variances from the
Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The
proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be
constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed
project would result in impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas.
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 Minar Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housino
Air Aesthetics
Water L1oht!G/are
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use Ulililies
Animals Transnortation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/ Historic/Cultural
Natural Resources Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
I
B. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS
flu/,Jf.
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 wher. additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal.
City of Renton Department of Planning I Building I Public Works
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: ~;16 "; ..
V ~ ..-I
COMMENTS DUE: NOVEMBER 28, 2007
APPLICATION NO: LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: NOVEMBER 14, 2007
APPLICANT: Jeff McMeekin, Puaet Sound Enerov PROJECT MANAGcn._ A
----PROJECT TITLE: PSE Transmission Line Relocation PLAN REViEW: Mike Dotson ,,/
SITE AREA: Talbot Hill: 781,000 sq ft, Sam's Club Vicinity: BUILDING AREA (gross): N/A I I l _,___.,/ 112,500 sa ft, Talbot: 140,000 sa ft
I -'
LOCATION: 3 locations: Upper Thunder Hills Creek, area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill, Lower WORK ORDER NO: 77781
Thunder Hills Creek, area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot, area south of 1-405
and east of Talbot Road
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and Hearing Examiner Variances from the
Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow for the widening of 1-405. The
proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In addition, access roads are proposed to be
constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5 wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed
project would result in impacts to protected slopes, wetlands, streams, and their associated buffer areas.
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 Housino
Air Aesthetics
Water Liaht!G!are
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use Utilities
Animals Transportation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/ Historic/Cultural
Natural Resources Preservation
Airporl Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
B. 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/Tirmation is needed to properly assess this proposal.
CJ~n io
Signature of Director or Autorized Representative Date
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
AND PROPOSED DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE-MITIGATED (DNS-M)
DATE:
lANDUS! NUMBl!R:
.PROJECT NAME:
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NOTARY U LICSIGN~
CITY OF RENTON
CURRENT PLANNING DIVISION
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAILING
On the 14th day of November, 2007, I deposited in the mails of the United States, a sealed envelope
containing Acceptance Letter, NOA, Environmental Checklist, & PMT's documents. This
information was sent to:
Name Representina
Agencies See Attached
Surrounding Property Owners See Attached
Jeff McMeekin Owner/Applicant/Contact
(Signature of Sender);,~~
STATE OF WASHINGTON )
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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 the uses and
purposes mentioned in the instrument. ,,_,,,~;~~J';,11,_,1 ~ 'l \, s -r ..,..,_ I/ ~ <:-'-., 1';\,t.i, 'i l~t,< ,, .:=Qi· .. ~ ... , -~'-'} . ·\ ,,.
=~"i-. ~' '~~ Dated: 1 l-Jl-07
Project Name: PSE Transmission Line Relocation
Project Number: LUA0?-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
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Dept. of Ecology '
Environmental Review Section
PO Box 47703
Olympia, WA 98504-7703
WSDOT Northwest Region '
Attn: Ramin Pazooki
King Area Dev. Serv., MS-240
PO Box 330310
Seattle, WA 98133-9710
US Army Corp. of Engineers •
Seattle District Office
Attn: SEPA Reviewer
PO Box C-3755
Seattle, WA 98124
Boyd Powers '
Depart. of Natural Resources
PO Box 47015
Olvmoia, WA 98504-7015
KC Dev. & Environmental Serv.
Attn: SEPA Section
900 Oakesdale Ave. SW
Renton, WA 98055-1219
Metro Transit
Senior Environmental Planner
Gary Kriedt
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(ERC DETERMINATIONS)
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1775 12th Ave. NW Suite 201 Attn: Karen Walter or SEPA Reviewer
Issaquah, WA 98027 39015 -172'' Avenue SE
Auburn, WA 98092
Duwamish Tribal Office ' Muckleshoot Cultural Resources Program •
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Seattle, WA 98106-1514 39015 172'° Avenue SE
Auburn, WA 98092-9763
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Seattle, WA 98104-3855 Olympia, WA 98504-8343
City of Newcastle City of Kent
Attn: Mr. Micheal E. Nicholson Attn: Mr. Fred Satterstrom, AICP
Director of Community Development Acting Community Dev. Director
13020 SE 72'' Place 220 Fourth Avenue South
Newcastle, WA 98059 Kent, WA 98032-5895
Puget Sound Energy City of Tukwila
Municipal Liason Manager Steve Lancaster, Responsible Official
Joe Jainga 6300 Southcenter Blvd.
201 South Jackson Street KSC-TR-0431 PO Box 90868, MS: XRD-01W Tukwila, WA 98188
Seattle, WA 98104-3856 Bellevue, WA 98009-0868
Seattle Public Utilities State Department of Ecology
Real Estate Services NW Regional Office
Title Examiner 3190 1601h Avenue SE
700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 4900 Bellevue, WA 98008-5452
PO Box 34018
Seattle, WA 98124-4018
Note: If the Notice of Application states that it is an "Optional DNS", the marked agencies and
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION
AND PROPOSED DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE-MITIGATED (DNS-M)
DATE:
LAND USE NUMBER:
PROJECT NAME:
November 14, 2007
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
PSE Transmission Line Relocation
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review and Hearing Examiner
Variances from the Critical Areas Regulations for the relocation of 7 Puget Sound Energy (PSE) tranmission lines to allow
for the widening of 1-405. The proposal would involve the removal of 31 PSE poles and the replacement with 28 poles. In
addition, access roads are proposed to be constructed to maintain the relocated poles. The project site contains 5
wetlands, 4 streams and protected slopes. The proposed project would result in impacts to protected slopes. wetlands,
streams, and their associated buffer areas.
PROJECT LOCATION: Area 1 · Upper Thunder Hills Creek, area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill; Area 2
Lower Thunder Hills Creek, area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot; Area 3: area south of 1-405 and
east of Talbot Road.
OPTIONAL DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE, MITIGATED (DNS-M): As the Lead Agency, the City of Renton
has determined that significant environmental impacts are unlikely to result from the proposed project. Therefore. as
permitted under the RCW 43.21 C.11 O, the City of Renton is using the Optional DNS-M process to give notice that a DNS-
M is likely to be issued. Comment periods for the project and the proposed DNS-M are integrated into a single comment
period There wil! be no comment period following the issuance of the Threshold Determination of Non-Significance-
Mitigated (DNS-M). A 14-day appeal period will follow the issuance of the DNS-M.
PERMIT APPLICATION DATE:
NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION:
November 6, 2007
November 14, 2007
APPLICANT/PROJECT CONTACT PERSON: Jeff McMeekin, Puget Sound Energy; Tel: (425) 462-3824;
Eml: jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com
Permits/Review Requested: Environmental ($EPA) Review, Hearing Examiner Variance
approvals
Other Permits which may be required: Construction Permit
Requested Studies: Wetland, Stream and Geotechnical Studies
Location where application may
be reviewed: Planning/Building/Public Works Department, Development Services
Division, Sixth Floor Renton City Hall, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA
98057
PUBLIC HEARING: Public hearing is tentatively scheduled for January 8 1 2008 before the Renton
Hearing Examiner in Renton Council Chambers. This Hearing begins at 1:30 PM
on the 7th floor of the new Renton City Hall located at 1055 South Grady Way.
CONSISTENCY OVERVIEW:
Zoning/Land Use:
Environmental Documents that
Evaluate the Proposed Project:
Development Regulations
Used For Project Mitigation:
The subject site is designated Commercial Corridor, Residential Single-Family &
Residential Multi-Family (CC, RS, RM-F) on the City of Renton Comprehensive
Land Use Map and Commercia! Arterial, Residential -8, & Residential Mult-
Family {CA R-8, RM-F) on the City's Zoning Map.
Environmental {SEPA) Checklist
The project will be subject to the City's SEPA ordinance, RMC 4-4-030
Development Guidelines and Regulations and other applicable codes and
regulations as appropriate.
I
Proposed Mitigation Measures: The following Mitigation Measures will likely be imposed on the proposed project
These recommended Mitigation Measures address project impacts not covered
by existing codes and regulations as cited above
Erosion control shall be installed and maintained during construction in accordance with the Department of
Ecology's Erosion and Sediment Control Requirements as outlined in the 2005 Stormwater Management Manual;
and
Project construction shall comply with the recommendations contained in the submitted geotechnical report.
Comments on the above application must be submitted in writing to Andrea Petzel, Associate Planner,
Development Services Division, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, by 5:00 PM on November 28, 2007.
This matter is also tentatively scheduled for a public hearing on January 8, 2008, at 1 :30 PM, Council Chambers,
Seventh Floor, Renton City Hall, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton. lf you are interested in attending the hearing, please
contact the Development Services Division to ensure that the hearing has not been rescheduled at (425) 430-7282. If
comments cannot be submitted in writing by the date indicated above, you may still appear at the hearing and present your
comments on the proposal before the Hearing Examiner. If you have questions about this proposal, or wish to be made a
party of record and receive additional information by mail, please contact the project manager. Anyone who submits
written comments will automatically become a party of record and will be notified of any decision on this project.
CONTACT PERSON: Andrea Petzel, Associate
Eml: apetzel@ci.renton.wa.us
Planner; Tel: (425) 430-7270;
PLEASE INCLUDE THE PROJECT NUMBER WHEN CALLING FOR PROPER FILE IDENTIFICATION I
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If you would like to be made a party of record to receive further information on this proposed project, complete
this form and return to: City of Renton, Development Planning, 1055 So. Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057.
Name/File No.: PSE Transmission Line Relocation/LUA0?-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
NAME:
MAILING ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE NO.:
"'"'y 0 ·~. CIT' OF RENTON
Planning/Building/PublicWorks Department
Gregg Zimmerman P.E., Administrator
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November 14, 2007
Jeff McMeekin
Puget Sound Energy
PO Box 97034/EST-l l W
Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
Subject: PSE Transmission Line Relocation
LUA07-074, V-H, V-H, ECF
Dear Mr. McMeekin:
The Development Planning Section of the City of Renton has determined that the subject
application is complete according to submittal requirements and, therefore, is accepted
for review. ·
It is tentatively scheduled for consideration by the Environmental Review Committee on
December 17, 2007. Prior to that review, you will be notified if any additional
information is required to continue processing your application.
In addition, this matter is tentatively scheduled for a Public Hearing on January 8,
2008 at 1 :30 PM, Council Chambers, Seventh Floor, Renton City Hall, I 055 South
Grady Way, Renton. The applicant or representative(s) of the applicant are required to be
present at the public hearing. A copy of the staff report will be mailed to you prior to the
scheduled hearing.
Please contact me at (425) 430-7270 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
~~ {I = -LJ +or
Andrea Petzel
Associate Planner
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AHEA,D OF THE CURVE
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City of Renton
LAND USE PERMIT
MASTER APPLICATION
PROPERTY OWNER(S) TELEPHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS:
NAME: Puget Western, Inc. & Puget Sound Energy;
(425) 462-3824; jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com
WalMart (Sam's Club)
PROJECT INFORMATION
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 97034 / EST-11W
PROJECT OR DEVELOPMENT NAME: Puget Sound Energy
Transmission Line Structure Replacements, 1-405 Roadway
Improvement Project
CITY: Bellevue, WA ZIP:
98009-PROJECT/ADDRESS(S)/LOCATION AND ZIP CODE: N/A
9734
TELEPHONE NUMBER:
APPLICANT (if other than owner)
KING COUNTY ASSESSOR'S ACCOUNT NUMBER(S):
PSE: 1923059090,2023059089, 2023059008, 2023059050,
NAME: 20230590005,2023059070,00072000048,0007200192;and
Sam's Club: 2023059007
COMPANY (if applicable): EXISTING LAND USE(S): Transmission Line Corridor
ADDRESS: PROPOSED LAND USE(S): Transmission Line Corridor
CITY: ZIP: EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION:
Commercial corridor
TELEPHONE NUMBER
PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION
CONTACT PERSON
(if applicable): N/A
EXISTING ZONING: Commercial Arterial
NAME: Jeff McMeekin
PROPOSED ZONING (if applicable): N/A
COMPANY (if applicable): Puget Sound Energy
SITE AREA (in square feet): Talbot Hill -781,000 , Sam's
Club Vicinity-112,500, Talbot-140,000
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 97034 / EST-11W
CITY: Bellevue ZIP:
98009-
9734
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PUBLIC ROADWAYS TO BE
DEDICATED: None
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Pl JECT INFORMATION (cont ed) ~--'L-----~----------~
NUMBER OF EXISTING DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): PROJECT VALUE: N/A
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS (if applicable):
IS THE SITE LOCATED IN ANY TYPE OF
ENVIRONMENTALLY CRITICAL AREA, PLEASE INCLUDE
SQUARE FOOTAGE (if applicable):
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable):
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL
D AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA ONE
D AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA TWO
BUILDINGS (if applicable):
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING NON-RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable):
NET FLOOR AREA OF NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if
D FLOOD HAZARD AREA
iJi1" GEOLOGIC HAZARD
D HABITAT CONSERVATION
___ sq.ft.
.ft~ r.,.:WT" sq. ft.
___ sq.ft.
applicable):
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES TO BE EMPLOYED BY THE
NEW PROJECT (if applicable):
~ SHORELINE STREAMS AND LAKES,e<: ''I""°;-sq. ft.
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OF RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON.
TYPE OF APPLICATION & FEES
List all land use applications being applied for:
1. _ Variance for Slopes 3. ,::'.'Environmental Review
2. _ Variance for Stream Buffer 4.
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involved in this application or V--the authorized representative to act for a corporation (please attach proof of authorization) and that the foregoing
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CITY OF RENTON
Planning/Building/Public Works
MEMORANDUM
June 28, 2007
Pre-Application File No. 07-055
Jill K. Ding, Senior Planner, x7219
PSE 1-405 Replacement Project
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General: 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 and/or concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing
Examiner, Zoning Administrator, Planning/Building/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 Hall or online at
www.ci.renton.wa.us.
Project Proposal: The project site is located adjacent to Talbot Road at Sam's Club and east of 1-405
within the existing utility corridor owned by Puget Sound Energy (PSE). The proposal is to remove 18
existing power poles and replace them with 29 new poles. 1 replacement pole would be located within
a Category 3 wetland and the others would be located within wetland or stream buffer areas. The pole
replacement is facilitated by the future widening of 1-405 proposed by WSDOT. The portion of the
project site located on the east side of 1-405 is within the Residential -8 (R-8) dwelling unit per acre
zone and the portion adjacent to Talbot Road S near Sam's Club is located within the Commercial
Arterial (CA) zone.
Critical Area Regulations: Impacts are proposed to one Category 3 wetland and two Category 3
wetland buffers, and a Class 3 stream buffer. The proposal would require either the replacement
of the disturbed critical areas and their buffer in accordance with the City's Mitigation
requirements, which includes a 5 year maintenance and monitoring period, or would require a
Critical Areas Variance from the Hearing Examiner.
With the project application, the applicant shall submit a wetland report and delineation in compliance
with RMC 4-8-1200.23 with the formal land use application. As impacts are proposed to a wetland and
wetland buffer areas, an analysis shall be included evaluating alternative methods of developing the
property using the following criteria in this order:
• Avoid any disturbances to the wetland or buffer;
• Minimize any wetland or buffer impacts;
• Compensate for any wetland or buffer impacts;
• Restore any wetlands or buffer impacted or lost temporarily;
• Create new wetlands and buffers for those lost; and
• In addition to restoring a wetland or creating a wetland, enhance an existing degraded wetland
to compensate for lost functions and values.
In addition a Standard Stream Study and a Supplemental Stream Study prepared in accordance with
RMC 4-8-120D.19 would be required to be submitted with the formal land use application ..
In addition, the City's critical areas maps identify steep slopes on the project site. Development is
prohibited on slopes with a grade in excess of 40 percent. Any development proposed on steep
slopes may require a Critical Area Variance from the Hearing Examiner. A geotechnical report
would be required to be submitted with the formal land use application.
PSE 1-405 Power Pole Replacem t Pre-Application Meeting
June 28, 2007
Page 2 of 2
Environmental Review: The proposed project would require Environmental Review (SEPA) as the
proposal includes the addition of new PSE transmission lines and work is proposed within a wetland
area.
Permit Requirements: The proposal would require Environmental (SEPA) Review and may require a
Hearing Examiner Variance, both of which would be reviewed concurrently in an estimated timeframe
of 1 Oto 12 weeks. The application fee would be full price for the most expensive application and Y,
price for subsequent applications. The application fee for the SEPA Review (Environmental Checklist)
is dependent on project value: less than $100,000 is $400 full fee and project value over $100,000 is a
$1,000 full fee. The application fee for the Hearing Examiner Variance is $500.
Fees: A handout listing all of the City's Development related fees in attached for your review.
Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan: The following proposed policies are applicable to the
proposal:
Utilities Element
Policy U-95. Encourage purveyors of electrical power to make facility improvements/additions within
existing electrical facility corridors where appropriate.
cc: Jennifer Henning
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City of Renton
LAND USE PERMIT
MASTER APPLICATION
PROPERTY OWNER(S) TELEPHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS:
NAME: Puget Western, Inc. & Puget Sound Energy;
(425) 462-3824; jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com
WalMart (Sam's Club)
PROJECT INFORMATION
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 97034 / EST-11W
PROJECT OR DEVELOPMENT NAME: Puget Sound Energy
Transmission Line Structure Replacements, 1-405 Roadway
Improvement Project
CITY: Bellevue, WA ZIP:
98009-PROjECT/ADDRESS(S)/LOCATION AND ZIP CODE: N/A
9734
TELEPHONE NUMBER:
APPLICANT (if other than owner)
KING COUNTY ASSESSOR'S ACCOUNT NUMBER(S):
PSE: 1923059090,2023059089, 2023059008, 2023059050,
NAME: 20230590005,2023059070,00072000048,0007200192;and
Sam's Club: 2023059007
COMPANY (if applicable): EXISTING LAND USE(S): Transmission Line Corridor
ADDRESS: PROPOSED LAND USE(S): Transmission Line Corridor
CITY: ZIP: EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION:
Commercial corridor
TELEPHONE NUMBER
PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION
CONT ACT PERSON
(if applicable): N/A
EXISTING ZONING: Commercial Arterial
NAME: Jeff McMeekin
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PROPOSED ZONING (if applicable): N/A
COMPANY (if applicable): Puget Sound Energy
SITE AREA (in square feet): Talbot Hill -781,000 , Sam's
Club Vicinity-112,500, Talbot -140,000
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 97034 / EST-11W
CITY: Bellevue ZIP:
98009-SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PUBLIC ROADWAYS TO BE
9734 DEDICATED: None
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NUMBER OF EXISTING DWELLING UNITS (if applicable):
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS (if applicable):
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable):
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS (if applicable):
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING NON-RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable):
NET FLOOR AREA OF NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if
applicable):
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES TO BE EMPLOYED BY THE
NEW PROJECT (if applicable):
PROJECT VALUE: N/A
IS THE SITE LOCATED IN ANY TYPE OF
ENVIRONMENTALLY CRITICAL AREA, PLEASE INCLUDE
SQUARE FOOTAGE (if applicable):
O AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA ONE
o AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA TWO
o FLOOD HAZARD AREA
iJif GEOLOGIC HAZARD
O HABITAT CONSERVATION
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
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SITUATE IN THE JVc QUARTER OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP ZJ, RANGE §, IN THE CITY
OF RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON.
TYPE OF APPLICATION & FEES
List all land use applications being applied for:
1. _ Variance for Slopes 3. -Environmental Review
2. v.::_Variance for Stream Buffer 4.
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Staff will calculate applicable fees and postage: $
AFFIDAVIT OF OWNERSHIP
I, (Print Name/s) lM{;ElliV1 , declare that I am (please check one)_ the current owner of the property
involved in this appli tion or ~the authorized representative to act for a corporation (please attach proof of authorization) and that the foregoing
stateme and answers herein contained and the information herewith are in all respects true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that ~e f £ llJ /'lee /Q
signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/herfheir free and voluntary act for the
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City of Renton
LAND USE PERMIT
MASTER APPLICATION I
PROPERTY OWNER(S) TELEPHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL ADDRESS:
NAME: Puget Western, Inc. & Puget Sound Energy;
(425) 462-3824; jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com
WalMart (Sam's Club)
PROJECT INFORMATION
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 97034 / EST-11W
PROJECT OR DEVELOPMENT NAME: Puget Sound Energy
Transmission Line Structure Replacements, 1-405 Roadway
Improvement Project
CITY: Bellevue, WA ZIP:
98009-PROjECT/ADDRESS(S)/LOCATION AND ZIP CODE: N/A
9734
TELEPHONE NUMBER:
APPLICANT (if other than owner)
KING COUNTY ASSESSOR'S ACCOUNT NUMBER(S):
PSE: 1923059090,2023059089, 2023059008, 2023059050,
NAME: 20230590005,2023059070,00072000048,0007200192;and
Sam's Club: 2023059007
COMPANY (if applicable): EXISTING LAND USE(S): Transmission Line Corridor
ADDRESS: PROPOSED LAND USE(S): Transmission Line Corridor
CITY: ZIP: EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION:
Commercial corridor
TELEPHONE NUMBER
PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION
CONT ACT PERSON
(if applicable): N/A
EXISTING ZONING: Commercial Arterial
NAME: Jeff McMeekin
PROPOSED ZONING (if applicable): N/A
COMPANY (if applicable): Puget Sound Energy
SITE AREA (in square feet): Talbot Hill -781,000, Sam's
Club Vicinity -112,500, Talbot-140,000
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 97034 / EST-11W
CITY: Bellevue ZIP:
98009-SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PUBLIC ROADWAYS TO BE
9734 DEDICATED: None
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BUILDINGS (if applicable):
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable):
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS (if applicable):
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING NON-RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable):
NET FLOOR AREA OF NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if
applicable):
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES TO BE EMPLOYED BY THE
NEW PROJECT (if applicable):
PROJECT VALUE: N/A
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ENVIRONMENTALLY CRITICAL AREA, PLEASE INCLUDE
SQUARE FOOTAGE (if applicable):
D AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA ONE
D AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA TWO
D FLOOD HAZARD AREA
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
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SITUATE IN THE ;Je QUARTER OF SECTION I"/ , TOWNSHIP 2.3, RANGE £', IN THE CITY
OF RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON.
TYPE OF APPLICATION & FEES
List all land use applications being applied for:
1 . .,::'._Variance for Slopes 3. -Environmental Review
2. _ Variance for Stream Buffer 4.
Staff will calculate applicable fees and postage: $
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involved in this applicaUon 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 information herewith are in all respects true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
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PROJECT NARRATIVE
1-405 ROADWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
RENTON, WASHINGTON
PUGET SOUND ENERGY
Talbot Hills Transmission Line Corridor
Vegetation Removal & Replacement of Structures
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The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is planning to improve Interstate 405 (I-
405) and State Route (SR) 167 corridors in and around the cities of Renton and Tukwila, Washington.
These improvements are collectively known as the 1-405, Tukwila to Renton Improvement Project. The
Project improvements extend approximately 4 miles along 1-405, from 1-5 to SR 169, and approximately 2
miles along SR 167, from 1-405 to SW 43rd Street. Seven major distribution networks are affected by the 1-
405 project: the Shuffleton-O'Brien, Talbot-Metro Renton, Talbot-Boeing Renton #2, Talbot-O'Brien #2,
Talbot-O'Brien #3, Talbot-Asbury, and Talbot-Christopher.
To accommodate the project, several PSE transmission line structures must be relocated. This PSE element
of the roadway improvement project is highly complex, involving removal and replacement of structures,
some of which convey ll5 KV and others of which convey 230 KV of power to serve the needs of business
and residential users throughout the local area and region. The structure replacements must occur well in
advance of WSDOT construction activities and within certain energy windows, driven by the need to
maintain uninterrupted loads during periods of high demand. In order to ensure that these actions occur in
a timely manner and do not delay the I-405 road widening project PSE must begin replacing structures
immediately.
Five wetlands are located within the PSE study area including two within the WSDOT ROWs that are
described in the Anchor Environmental LLC Report entitled 1-405 Tukwila to Renton Improvement Project
dated May 2007 labeled Wetlands 2.9L and 2.82R. Three additional wetlands were identified and relevant
boundaries delineated by WPS within the PSE structure relocation project area east of 1-405, outside of the
WSDOT ROWs: Wetlands A, B, and C. Overall, wetlands in the Project area are generally degraded with a
history of disturbance due to road or interchange construction and past development.
In addition to wetlands, Thunder Hills Creek, a Class 3 stream, two Class 3 tributaries and a Class 4
tributary were also identified within the PSE study area. Erosion potential areas and steep slopes have also
been mapped on the project area by the City of Renton.
There are three areas where the relocation work will occur: Area 1 -Upper Thunder Hills Creek, the area
east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill, Area 2 -Lower Thunder Hills Creek, the area west of 1-405 in the vicinity of
Sam's Club parking lot, and Area 3 -Wetland 2.82R, the area south of I-405 and east of Talbot Road.
October 2007
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Proposal for Area 1
This area will be accessed through a normally locked gate off of Grant Avenue South on an existing Puget
Sound Energy access road. The access road will require surfacing and maintenance to allow for safe access
for construction vehicles. The main access road to the 230 kV structure will continue to remain as
permanent access. All other disturbed areas will be restored. See the restoration plans for more detail.
This area includes wetlands A, B, C, streams, 1, 2, 3, and Thunder Hills Creek and some steep slopes.
There are 12 new structures proposed and 11 removals. See the pole table below for additional detail.
1 Talbot-O'Brien #3 018 230Kv Steel· 162' 230Kv Steel 115' 00 00 00 Totals T N .. I Old
Talbot-Boeing Renton #2 0/9 1-wood 70' ~ --le 54' ·-00 00 I 12 I 11
0/11 1-wood 70' 2 --•e 100· 00 00 00
Talbot Metro Renton 0/9 1-wood 85' h e unknown .• , 00 00
Talbot -O'Brien #2 rua 2-"'"le wood 60' l?...nole 47' ' ' 00
ru, 2~ le wood 60' 2-ode 110' --, 00 00
Talbot Christopher ru1 2 --le wood 50' '-le 47' , ... , 00 00
018 2 -ole wood 85' 2-"'"le 110' 00 00 00
Talbot Asbury 018 2 -ole wood 80' le 48' 00 00 00
0/9 " -ole wood 85' 2 le 92' 00 00 00
Proposal for Area 2
This area will be accessed from the Sam's Club parking area and from an existing access off of Talbot Road.
From the Sam's Club parking area, a temporary crossing bridge will be constructed over the Thunder Hills
Creek flume. A design for the crossing was not available at the time of this report. Temporary
construction roads will be built on steep slopes. The roads and disturbed areas will be restored with native
vegetation but will not be re-contoured. In the event of an emergency PSE would like the option of getting
to the proposed facilities. This area includes Thunder Hills Creek, Wetland 2.9L and steep slopes. In the
vicinity of Area 2 there are 14 new structures proposed and 16 removals. See the pole table below for
additional detail.
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2 Shuffleton O'Brien 2/13 ,~ood 1-78' 00 00 Totals I N .. I Old
Talbot. O'Brien #3 arr 230Kv Steel Steel 110' ·-· M 00 r 14 I 16
Talbot Boeing Renton #2 2/12 1-"lulam .. --00
0/13 1-wood 85' 3-oole 84' 00 00 00
Talbot Christopher 0/11 3--ole wood ao· J-nole 110' .... 00 ·-
0/13 3-"ole wood 90' 1--"ole 106' ~ 00 -,
0/14 3-"ole wood 85' 1-0010 110· steel 00 00 '
Talbol Aabury 0/11 2 ~01e wood 85' J-nole 102' 00 00 00
0/12 3-"0ie wood 85' 3-oole 102' 00 00 00
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Proposal for Area 3
This area will be accessed off of Talbot Road right of way and through the Office parking lot to the south.
The access off of Talbot will remain permanent -in the event of an emergency it will provide access. All
other disturbance will be restored. This area includes Wetland 2.82R. There are 2 new structures
proposed and 4 to be removed. See the table below for additional detail.
-. -3 Talbot Asbu"" 111 1-wood 85' 3-oole 92' 00 00 00 Totals I New I Old
Talbot Christopher 0/16 1-wood 85' 1-nnle 65' 00 "" "" I 2 I 4
0115 1-wood 85' 3-oole 104' 00 00 -,
Grading for Areas 1, 2, and 3
Area 1 will require some road surfacing and filling of the existing access road in order to make for a safe
access for construction equipment. Quantities of fill are unknown at this time.
Area 2 will require significant grading for temporary construction access. Some of the proposed grading is
to occur on steep slopes. The amount of grading is unknown at the time of this report.
Area 3 will require permanent fill of wetlands from the Talbot Road access. The quantity of fill is
unknown. BMP's will be used to reduce the chance for erosion to occur.
Clearing
Attached are the Tree Clearing/Land Clearing Plans that includes a tree removal table. All trees over 6"
diameter at breast height are included in the plan. The trees must be removed in order to construct and to
maintain reliable service on the lines.
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Pole Illustrations
Below are pole illustrations for a glu-lam, the proposed 230 kV, and a standard wood pole. The 2 and 3-
pole wood structures are similar to the single wood but with an additional pole. The single, 2 and 3-pole
structures proposed are the same design as what exists on-site today.
Typical Glu-Lam Proposed 230 kV Typical Single-wood
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Justification for Variance Request for Puget Sound Energy's Proposed
Relocation Construction on Slopes Greater than 40°/o
This written statement is to address and justify the bulleted issues listed below in order to be
considered for variance for pole relocations on or near steep slopes.
• The applicant suffers undue hardship and the variance is necessary because of
special circumstances applicable to subject property, including size, shape,
topography, and location or surroundings of the subject property; and the strict
application of the Building & Zoning Code is found to deprive subject
property owner of rights and privileges enjoyed by other property owners in
the vicinity and under identical classification.
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is being forced to relocate 7 of its existing
transmission lines to allow for WSDOT's 1-405 widening project. PSE 's
transmission corridor has existed at its current location for decades and is
critical infrastructure to the local community and region. Because of the
complexity of the relocation, the topography and relatively little space
available we must encroach onto steep slopes. 3 of the 28 proposed structures
are proposed on steep slopes. In Area 1 on the Talbot-O'Brien line pole# 0/8
is proposed on a steep slope. In Area 2 on the Talbot Boeing Renton line pole
# 2/12 is proposed on a steep slope. In Area 3 on the Talbot Christopher line
pole # 0/16 is proposed on a steep slope.
Temporary canst.ruction access roads in Area 2 will be on steep slopes, as
shown on site plans. These will be temporary roads and restored following
construction. With such limited space there are very few options in this area.
• The granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public
welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone
in which subject property is situated.
If granted, the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public
welfare or property in the vicinity. PSE is working with geotechnical
engineers on each pole location to ensure that all of the poles will be placed
in safe locations. Core samples are being taken where needed.
If the variance is not granted, then it will likely be materially detrimental to
the public welfare as it could cause a costly delay to the 1-405 widening
project.
• Approval shall not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the
limitation upon uses of other properties in the vicinity and zone in which the
subject property is situated.
The approval will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with
the limitation upon uses of other properties in the vicinity and zone.
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• The approval, as determined by the Revie'.'.ing Official, is the minimum
variance that will accomplish the desired purpose.
This request is for the minimum variance that will accomplish the relocations.
The plan calls for restoration of the areas disturbed by the construction
activity.
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Justification for Variance Request for Puget Sound Energy's Proposed
Pole Relocations in Thunder Hills Creek Buffer
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This written statement is to address and justify the bulleted issues listed below in order to be · · ,. •
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considered for variance for pole relocations in the Thunder Hills Creek Buffer.
• The applicant suffers undue hardship and the variance is necessary because of
special circumstances applicable to subject property, including size, shape,
topography, and location or surroundings of the subject property; and the strict
application of the Building & Zoning Code is found to deprive subject
property owner of rights and privileges enjoyed by other property owners in
the vicinity and under identical classification.
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is being forced to relocate 7 of its existing
transmission lines to allow for WSDOT's 1-405 widening project. PSE's
transmission corridor has existed at its current location for decades and is
critical infrastructure to the local community and region. Because of the
complexity of the relocation, the topography and relatively little space
available we must encroach into the Thunder Hills Creek buffer and unnamed
streams on Talbot Hill.
In Area 2 there are seven structures that will encroach into the Thunder Hills
Creek buffer. It should be noted that in the Area 2 vicinity, Thunder Hills
Creek runs through a concrete flume behind Sam's Club. See attached
photos. Temporary access roads will also encroach into the stream b11ffer.
Vegetation and disturbance in the buffer will be immediately restored
following construction. The predominant blackberry vines will be replaced
with native shrubs that will result in a healthier buffer.
In Area 1 there are a number of structures that will encroach into unnamed
stream buffers. These streams braid Thunder Hills and can not be avoided
Several poles were redesigned to out of the Thunder Hills Creek bL!tfer. Much
effort was made to avoid impacts to the stream buffer.
• The granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public
welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone
in which subject property is situated.
rr granted, the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public
welfare or property in the vicinity.
**As shown on the site plans/or Area 1, PSE proposes to enhance the
recently found unnamed stream buffers in the areas. This enhancement
project will remove the invasive blackberry vines and replace them with native
vegetation. The result will be a healthier stream buffer after the project than
before.
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The section of Thunder Hills Creek that we encroach into is in a concrete
flume. The proposed structures will not have a negative impact on the stream
or buffer. Where vegetation is removed, native plants will be replanted. This
will result in a healthier buffer than what exists today.
• Approval shall not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the
limitation upon uses of other properties in the vicinity and zone in which the
subject property is situated.
The approval will not constitute a grant of special privilege inconsistent with
the limitation upon uses of other properties in the vicinity and zone.
• The approval, as determined by the Reviewing Official, is the minimum
variance that will accomplish the desired purpose.
This request is for the minimum variance that will accomplish the relocations.
The plan calls for restoration of the areas disturbed by the construction
activity. With removal of invasive species and planting with native species,
the restoration will result in a significantly enhanced buffer.
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Corridor Program
• Congest;on Rel;ef & Bus Rap;d Tracs;t Protects
To:
From:
Andrea Petzel, City of Renton
Stacy Trussler, WSDOT
Date: October 17, 2007
600 -108th Avenue NE, Suite 405
Bellevue, WA 98004
Main 425-456-8500
Fax 425-456-8600
Re: 1-405/ 1-5 to SR 169 Stage 2 -Widening and SR 515 Interchange Project Wetland
Mitigation for Overhead Power Relocations
This memorandum documents the decision to address both permanent wetland impacts and
permanent wetland buffer impacts by Puget Sound Energy (PSE) at the Springbrook Creek
Wetland Habitat and Mitigation Bank (Springbrook Bank) associated with over-head utility
relocations. The utilities are being relocated due to conflicts with the 1-405/ 1-5 to SR 169 Stage
2 -Widening and SR 515 Interchange (Renton Stage 2) Project.
Background
The 1-405 Master Plan includes adding two additional lanes in each direction on 1-405 from 1-5
in Tukwila to SR 169 in Renton and reconstructing the SR 167 interchange. The Renton Stage 2
Project is the second stage in building towards the Master Plan and constructs one additional lane
on 1-405 in both directions between SR 167 and SR 169. In addition, the project constructs the
eastern half of the Lind/Talbot split-diamond interchange at SR 515 (Talbot Road), which
includes a new on-ramp from SR 515 to northbound 1-405 and a new off-ramp from southbound
1-405 to SR 515.
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has identified conflicts with
overhead PSE power lines within the Renton Stage 2 project area. These lines must be relocated
to avoid conflicts with current and future 1-405 projects. Because some of the lines are
transmission lines, they can only be taken out of service during times of off-peak usage (i.e.,
spring and fall). The lines are scheduled to be relocated before construction of the Renton Stage
2 Project begins.
Approach
WSDOT is working with PSE to relocate the overhead power lines in areas that will not conflict
with the future 1-405 improvements. Some of the overhead power line relocations will result in
unavoidable permanent impacts to three wetlands and their buffers, plus permanent impacts to
the buffers of two additional wetlands.
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PSE -Utility Relocation Mitigation
October 17, 2007
Page 2
PSE is responsible for permitting the relocation activities in order to relocate the utility poles
prior to the Renton Stage 2 Project.
PSE approached WSDOT about utilizing Springbrook bank for mitigation for direct wetland
impacts associated with the utility relocations. WSDOT has agreed to provide 0.038 mitigation
credits needed for the relocations. These credits were determined by calculating the area of
wetland impacts and applying the credit ratios that are contained within the Springbrook Banking
Instrument. WSDOT will process the credit debit from the Springbrook bank and ensure that the
debit is recorded on the Springbrook bank ledger after PSE receives the permit from Renton.
The permanent wetland buffer impacts will be mitigated by the buffers being constructed as part
of the Springbrook bank. Since the buffers at the Springbrook bank were not credit generating,
there will be no credits debited for the wetland buffer mitigation.
WSDOT understands that the utility relocation will result in impacts to five wetlands and their
buffers. Permanent impacts to Category III and Category IV wetlands will total approximately
0.051 acres and permanent impacts to wetland buffers will total approximately 0.600 acres as
detailed in Table 1 below.
Wetland Wetland
Category
2.9L Category Ill
A Category Ill
B Category 111
C Category 111
2.82R Category IV
Total
Conclusion
Table 1. Summary of permanent wetland and wetland buffer effects
by category for PSE utility relocation
Permanent Wetland Effects Permanent Buffer Effects Credit
(acres) (acres) Ratio
0.001 0.280 0.85
0.010 0.100 0.85
0.000 0.060 0.85
0.000 0.080 0.85
0.040 0.080 0.70
0.051 0.600
Credit
Withdrawal
0.001
0.009
0.000
0.000
0.028
0.038
PSE will be responsible for permitting and constructing the utility pole relocations within the
Renton Stage 2 Project area as well as mitigation for temporary effects. WSDOT will provide
the 0.038 mitigation credits required to compensate for permanent wetland effects.
cc: Keith Woolley -City of Renton
Jeff McMeekin, Puget Sound Energy
Christopher Brown -Puget Sound Energy
Ross Fenton -1-405
Bill Jordan -I-405
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Construction Mitigation Description for Puget Sound Energy
Transmission Line Relocations for the 1-405 Widening Project
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Dates: Construction dates will vary depending on weather and outage availability. Most
of the work will occur in spring of 2008, however if temperatures are more moderate than
normal, parts of the project could begin in winter of 2008.
Hours and days of operation: Hours of work will be mostly in daylight, during normal
business hours.
Proposed hauling/transportation: The work on Talbot Hill will be accessed from
Grant Avenue South, through a normally locked gate. The work in the vicinity of Sam's
Club will be accessed from the Sam's Club parking lot. The work off of Talbot, south of
I-405 will be accessed off of Talbot.
Measures taken to minimize impacts: BMP's will be used to control dust, mud and
erosion. Noise will be minimized because the construction is scheduled for normal
daylight hours.
Preliminary Traffic Control Plan: The selected contractor for the work will provide a
traffic control plan.
Contacts: Construction Coordinator-John Looney-253-261-6527
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
City of Renton Development Services Division
1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98055
Phone: 425-430-7200 Fax: 425-430-7231
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST:
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 if there 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).
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.
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A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Puget Sound Energy Transmission Line Structure Relocations, 1-405 Roadway Improvement
Project
2. Name of applicant:
Puget Sound Energy
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
Jeff McMeekin
Municipal Land Planner
P.O. Box 97034 / EST-11W
Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
(425) 462-3824
4. Date checklist prepared:
October 18, 2007
· 5. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Renton
Development Service Division
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
The relocation of the seven transmission lines needs to be complete by May of 2008.
Construction will occur ASAP in order to meet WSDOT's schedule.
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected
with this proposal? If yes, explain.
No
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared,
directly related to this proposal.
Construction activities will impact wetlands and wetland and stream buffers; most impacts will be
temporary and restoration of these areas will occur following construction, while other impacts
related to structure footprints including the poles and stabilizing guy wires as well as limited
access road construction will be permanent Critical Areas are located on Tax Parcel Numbers
2023059007, 2023059008, 2023059089, 1923059090, 2023059005, 0007200048, 2023059012
and 2023059050. All of these tax parcels are owned by Puget Western/Puget Sound Energy with ,
the exception of Parcel 2023059007 owned by Sam's Club.
Steep slopes and erosion hazard areas have also been identified within the project area
Reports that have been prepared pursuant to environmental review include:
1. Wetland & Stream Analysis Report, prepared by Wetland Permitting Services (WPS)
2. Mitigation Plan Sheets, prepared by DEA, Inc.
3. Wetland & Stream Buffer Restoration Report, prepared by Wetland Permitting Services
4. "Geotechnical Engineering Services, Talbot Hill Access Roads, Renton, Washington"
prepared by GeoEngineers.
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9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals
directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
Variance for Steep Slopes and Stream Buffer
10. List any governmental approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
WSDOT will be submitting applications to the cities of Tukwila and Renton and Unincorporated
King County as well as the Corps of Engineers; PSE's permanent wetland and buffer impacts
resulting from this project will be addressed pursuant to their permits.
10. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the
project and site.
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is planning to improve Interstate
405 (1-405) and State Route (SR) 167 corridors in and around the cities of Renton and Tukwila,
Washington. These improvements are collectively known as the J-405, Tukwila to Renton
Improvement Project. The Project improvements extend approximately 4 miles along 1-405, from
1-5 to SR 169, and approximately 2 miles along SR 167, from 1-405 to SW 43rd Street.
There are three areas where the relocation work will occur: Area 1 -Upper Thunder Hills Creek,
the area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill, Area 2 -Lower Thunder Hills Creek, the area west of 1-405
in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking Jot, and Area 3 -Wetland 2.82R, the area south of 1-405 and
east of Talbot Road.
To accommodate the project, several PSE transmission line structures must be relocated. This
PSE element of the roadway improvement project is highly complex, involving removal and
replacement of structures, some of which convey 115 KV and others of which convey 230 KV of
power to serve the needs of business and residential users throughout the area. The structure
replacements must occur well in advance of WSDOT construction activities. In order to ensure
that these actions occur in a timely manner and do not delay the 1-405 road widening project PSE
must begin replacing structures immediately.
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.
Critical Areas are located on Tax Parcel Numbers 2023059007, 2023059008, 2023059089,
1923059090, 2023059005, 0007200048, 2023059012 and 2023059050. All of these tax parcels
are owned by Puget Western/Puget Sound Energy with the exception of Parcel 2023059007
owned by Sam's Club. See the Mitigation Plan sheets prepared by DEA, Inc for maps.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. EARTH
a. General description of the site (circle one@rolling, hill~ mountainous, other
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope?)
The steepest slopes at the site are along the steep ravines that form the stream channel . . east of 1-405. The slopes in this area vary from approximately 70 to 130 percent.
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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.
The primary soil units at the site consist of a thin layer of fill/weathered native soils
overlying bedrock. The fill/weathered native soils vary from 2 to 12 feet thick and typically
consist of sand to silty sand. The bedrock consists of the Renton Formation sandstone.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so,
describe.
There are generally no signs of unstable soils at the site. The exception is along the
steep ravines that form the stream channel east of 1-405. Along the ravine, shallow
surficial sliding occurs in isolated areas. The slide plane is generally located at the
contact between the fill/weathered native soils and the underlying bedrock. Sliding occurs
infrequently as evidenced by the thick vegetative cover along most of the ravine slopes.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed.
Indicate source of fill.
There are three areas where the relocation work will occur: Area 1 -Upper Thunder Hills
Creek, the area east of 1-405 on Talbot Hill, Area 2 -Lower Thunder Hills Creek, the area
west of 1-405 in the vicinity of Sam's Club parking lot, and Area 3 -Wetland 2.82R, the
area south of 1-405 and east of Talbot Road.
Grading for Areas 1, 2, and 3
Area 1 will require some road surfacing and filling of the existing access road in order to
make for a safe access for construction equipment. Quantities of fill are unknown at this
time.
Area 2 will require significant grading for temporary construction access. Some of the
proposed grading is to occur on steep slopes. The amount of grading is unknown at the
time of this report.
Area 3 will require permanent fill of wetlands from the Talbot Road access. The quantity
of fill is unknown. BM P's will be used to reduce the chance for erosion to occur.
f_ Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe.
The access roads are located within mapped erosion potential areas, and as such,
erosion could occur if not properly mitigated. With the use of best management practices
for erosion (temporary erosion control and permanent revegetation), the grading will not
cause adverse soil erosion at the site.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
Some access roads will all be surfaced with crush rock but the majority will be packed
earth. Therefore, little to no impervious surfaces will be installed at the site for the access
roads.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
Measures that will be implemented to reduce or control erosion include the following:
• Scheduling grading and construction to reduce soil exposure;
• Revegetating or mulching denuded areas;
• Directing runoff away from denuded areas;
• Reducing the length and steepness of slopes with exposed soils;
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• Decreasing runoff velocities;
• Preparing drainage ways and outlets to handle concentrated or increased runoff;
• Confining sediment to the project site; and
• Inspecting and maintaining control measures frequently.
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.
Construction: Construction could result in fugitive dust from quarry spall access road
construction and pole installation operations as well as exhaust emissions generated from
construction equipment.
Operations and Maintenance: Emissions may also be produced from occasional
vehicular use by maintenance personnel.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emission or odor that may affect your proposal? If so,
generally describe.
No
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
3. WATER
Dust impacts will be generally limited to the construction area. Best management
practices (BMPs) will be used to control dust, should it become necessary. Off-site
impacts could potentially include dust along the roadways. Construction will occur in two
phases each of which will be relatively short in duration.
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.
Four Category Ill and one Category IV wetlands, as well as two Class 3!Type 4
watercourses and one Class 4fType 4 watercourse, are present within the project area.
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.
Yes, access road construction to accomplish pole replacement will occur within the critical
areas as shown on the Mitigation plan set prepared by DEA, Inc. A temporary bridge will
be placed across the portion of Thunder Hills Creek at the Sam's Club property to access
structures east of the stream.
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.
The PSE elements of the 1-405 project will involve a total of 0.051 acres (2,221 sf) of fill in
wetland. See the mitigation plan sheets prepared by DEA for maps and details.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No
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5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note location on the site plan.
No
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so,
describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
No
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.
No
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
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.
No runoff will occur as a result of this project.
2) Could waste material enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
Straw bales, mulch, and silt fences will be installed where the construction activity disturbs
existing vegetation or where additional measures are needed to protect water resources.
Insignificant amounts of material dredged during drilling/coring for pole holes could enter
surface water.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if
any:
All excavated soils will be removed and disposed of properly off site.
4. PLANTS
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
~ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
~ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
~ shrubs
~ grass
_ pasture
_ crop or grain
~ 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?
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Several deciduous trees, specifically alder, cottonwood and big-leaf maple will be
removed as identified in the Wetland & Stream Analysis Report prepared by WPS.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
No known threatened and endangered plant species are present in the immediate project
area.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any:
A mitigation plan has been prepared by WPS and mitigation plan sheets have been
prepared by DEA
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:
Birds: awk, heron, eagle, songbirds ther ater fowl
All of the a water birds in aucks, geese and herons have been
observed .
Mammals:~ bear, elk, beaver, other
Fish: bass,~on, trout, herring, shellfish, other None
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
None
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain
No
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
A mitigation plan has been prepared by DEA and WPS.
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.
NIA
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so,
generally describe.
NIA
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:
NIA
7. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
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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.
The project will not create any known environmental health hazards. PSE's substations,
transmission and distribution facilities are designed, constructed and operated in
accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and safety codes.
Electrical transmission lines, distribution lines and substations create electric and
magnetic fields (EMF). EMF also exist in nature and around all types of electrical devices
and appliances. Electric fields are produced by the presence of electric charges
(voltage); the movement of those charges (current) produces magnetic fields. The
electrical and magnetic fields around electrical appliances and utility facilities are referred
to as extremely low frequency EMF. They have a significantly lower frequency (60 cycles
per second, or Hz), than radio broadcast waves (0.5 to 100 million cycles per second) or
electromagnetic energy from sunshine (1,000 trillion cycles per second). Extremely low
frequency EMF does not have sufficient energy to break molecular bonds or damage
DNA.
PSE relies on the independent scientific research community for information regarding
EMF and potential health effects. The consensus of the scientific community is described
in a number of reports that have been released by respected independent scientific
groups representing a variety of disciplines including physics, epidemiology, and cellular
biology. A review of these sources has found no causal relationship between exposure to
extremely low frequency EMF associated with 60 Hz electrical facilities and adverse
effects to human health. Currently the EPA or any other health agency of the state or
federal government does not regulate electric and magnetic fields. This is consistent with
the consensus of the scientific community that there is no basis from which to conclude
the exposures to EMF cause adverse health effects.
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
None
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
None are proposed.
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic,
equipment, operation, other)?
N/A
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.
Noise will be generated during construction primarily by the operation of heavy equipment.
Construction activity is exempt from the state noise limits {WAC 173-60-050(3)(a)). Any
noise generated during construction will be drowned out by freeway noise.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Construction activity will be generally.limited to daylight during work weeks.
8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE
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a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
Commercial, transmission line corridor, residential and roadway.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
No.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
None.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
No.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
Commercial Arterial and R-10
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Commercial corridor and Residential Single Family
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
N/A
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so,
specify.
Yes, as noted above in the Water and Plant sections, five wetlands and four streams are
located in the project area, as well as steep slopes and landslide hazard areas. These
areas are discussed in detail in:
Wetland & Stream Analysis Report, prepared by Wetland Permitting Services, and
"Geotechnical Engineering Services, Talbot Hill Access Roads, Renton, Washington" by
GeoEngineers.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
NIA
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
N/A
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
N/A
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans, if any:
N/A
9. HOUSING
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle,
or low-income housing.
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NIA
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
NIA
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
NIA
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.
Approximately 125-feet.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
Minor; existing structures also obstruct views and the relocations will only slightly alter the
views.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
None.
11. LIGHT AND GLARE
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly
occur?
None.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
No.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
No.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
No.
12. RECREATION
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
None.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
No.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
None.
13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION
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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.
No.
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, .or
cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
None.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
NIA
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.
Construction access will occur from existing streets or parking lots.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the
nearest transit stop?
N/A
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the
project eliminate?
N/A
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?
No.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation?
If so, generally describe.
No.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If
known, indicate when peak volumes would occur.
None.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
N/A
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.
No.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
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None.
16. UTILITIES
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service,
telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other.
N/A
b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and
the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be
needed.
NIA
C. SIGNATURE
I, the undersigned, state that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true 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: ~,____k.,..:__
Name Printed:t/ Jz:-rr /A-1C J/V/z:;;CtL1n
;//6&7 Date:
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1-405 ROADWAY IMPR.OVEMEN I PROJ FCI
RCNTON, WASHINGTON
WETLAND & STREAM ANALYSIS R.EPOR T
PUGET SOUND ENERGY
METRO-TALBOT RE'\JTON TR.ANSMISSIO'\J LINE CORRIDOR.
STR.UCTUR.E RELOU\TIONS
PREPARED FOR:
JEFF MCMEEKIN
MUNICll'AL LAND PLAN'\JFR.
P.O. Box 97034 I rsT IIW
BELLEVUE, WA 98009-9734
( 425) 462-3824
PR.FPAR.FD BY:
CELESTE BOTHA
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WETI r':'NP PERMIUING SERVICES
'?o'2:5 South Norman Street
Seattle, Washington g8144
(2o6) :¢l-m5
wps@isp.co lll
OCTOBER. 17, 2007
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CONTFNTS
1. EXECUTNE SUMMARY ..................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Project Description ........................................................................................................................ 5
1.2 Purpose of the study ...................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Summary of Wetlands and Streams .............................................................................................. 6
1.4 Summary of Wetland And Stream Impacts ................................................................................... 7
1.5 Summary of Mitigation Measures ................................................................................................. 7
2. WETLAND ANALYSIS METHODS ...................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Preliminary Research .................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 On-Site Wetland Delineation Methodology ................................................................................... 8
2.3 Wetland Categorization ................................................................................................................. 8
3. WETLAND ANALYSIS RESULTS ........................................................................................................ 8
3.1 Preliminary Research -Anchor Environmental ............................................................................. 8
3.1.1 Wetland 2.82R .......................................................................................................................... 8
3.1.2 Wetland 2.9L ............................................................................................................................. 9
3.1.3 Other Preliminary Research Results ........................................................................................ 10
3.2 On-Site Investigation Results -Wetlands A, B & C ..................................................................... 12
3.2.1 Vegetation ............................................................................................................................... 13
3.2.2 Soils ......................................................................................................................................... 13
3.2.3 Hydrology ................................................................................................................................ 13
3.3 Wetland Determination & Classification ..................................................................................... 13
4. STREAM ANALYSIS ......................................................................................................................... 17
4.1 Preliminary Research .................................................................................................................. 17
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4.2 Site-Specific Investigation ........................................................................................................... 20
4.3 Stream Classifications ................................................................................................................. 21
5. SUMMARY OF STREAMS AND WETLANDS ..................................................................................... 22
6. IMPACTS TO WETLANDS AND BUFFERS ........................................................................................ 22
7. REPORT LIMITATIONS ................................................................................................................... 27
TAllLE or !ABLES
Table 1: Soil Mapping Units ........................................................................................................................ 12
Table 2: Summary of Wetland Ratings & Renton Buffer Requirements ...................................................... 13
Table 3: Stream Classifications ................................................................................................................... 21
Table 4: Wetland and Wetland Buffer Impacts ........................................................................................... 22
Table 5: Stream Buffer Impacts ................................................................................................................... 27
TABLE OF FIGUR.ES
Figure 1: Project Area ................................................................................................................................... 6
Figure 2: NW1 Map ...................................................................................................................................... 11
Figure 3: Soil Map (NRCS Web Soil Survey) ............................................................................................... 12
Figure 4: Wetland & Stream Locations ........................................................................................................ 16
Figure 5: City of Renton Streams & Lakes Map ........................................................................................... 18
Figure 6: Map of Thunder Hills Creek ......................................................................................................... 18
Figure 7: Thunder Hills Creek in Concrete Flume Immediately Downstream of Mine R.unoff .................... 19
Figure 8: Streams in PSE Talbot Hills Corridor ........................................................................................... 21
Figure 9: Tree Clearing at Wetland 2.82R ................................................................................................... 25
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Figure 10: Tree Clearing at Wetland 2.9L ................................................................................................... 26
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I. [XFCUTIVE SUMMAR. Y
I.I PR OjtCT DE'iC.,UPTl()N
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is planning to improve Interstate 405 (1-
405) and State Route (SR) 167 corridors in and around the cities of Renton and Tukwila, Washington.
These improvements are collectively known as the 1-405, Tukwila to Renton Improvement Project. The
Project improvements extend approximately 4 miles along 1-405, from 1-5 to SR 169, and approximately 2
miles along SR 167, from 1-405 to SW 43rd Street.
To accommodate the project, several PSE transmission line structures must be removed and new structures
installed. This PSE element of the roadway improvement project is highly complex, involving removal and
replacement of structures, some of which convey 115 KV and others of which convey 230 KV of power to
serve the needs of business and residential users throughout the area. The structure replacements must
occur well in advance of WSDOT construction activities and within certain energy windows, driven by the
need to maintain uninterrupted loads during periods of high demand, i.e. summer and winter. Thus,
construction for replacement activities must occur during spring and fall seasons, severely limiting the time
available to accomplish the project. In order to ensure that these actions occur in a timely manner and do
not delay the 1-405 road widening project PSE must begin replacing structures immediately.
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FIGURE 1: PROJECT AREA
Seven major distribution networks are affected by the 1-405 project: the Shuffleton-O'Brien, Talbot-Metro
Renton, Talbot-Boeing Renton #2, Talbot-O'Brien #2, Talbot-O'Brien #3, Talbot-Asbury, and Talbot-
Christopher. The study area for this PSE effort is shown on Figure 1: Project Area.
l2 !'UR POSE OF THE STUDY
The objective of this study is to present findings of the critical areas investigation within areas of the 1-405
Tukwila to Renton Improvement Project where power distribution structures belonging to Puget Sound
Energy (PSE) will require removal and replacement (the project area). All of the relocations will occur
within the City of Renton.
l3 SUMM/\R Y OF WEI LANDS AND STR FAM,
Five wetlands are located within the PSE study area including two within the WSDOT ROWs that are
described in the Anchor Environmental LLC Report entitled I-405 Tukwila to Renton Improvement Project
dated May 2007 labeled Wetlands 2.9L and 2.82R. Three additional wetlands were identified and relevant
boundaries delineated by WPS within the PSE structure relocation project area east of 1-405, outside of the
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WSDOT ROWs: Wetlands A, B, and C. Overall, wetlands in the Project area are generally degraded with a
history of disturbance due to road or interchange construction and past development.
In addition to wetlands, Thunder Hills Creek, a Class 3 stream, and two Class 3 tributaries were also
identified within the PSE study area.
1.4 SUMMARY OF WEILAND AND STRFAM IV/PACTS
Permanent impacts to stream buffers and wetland and wetland buffers will result from access road
construction and installation of structures including guy wires. PSE has made every effort to avoid critical
area and buffer impacts; nevertheless, given engineering constraints, critical area impacts will occur as a
result of the PSE's efforts pursuant to the 1-405 roadway widening project. Some structures are currently
located within wetlands or wetland and stream buffers; in some cases these structures will be relocated
outside of these critical areas. In other cases related to engineering mandates, new structures will be
relocated within critical areas. Unavoidable impacts fall into the following categories:
Permanent impacts:
Some access roads requiring rock placement
Structure footprints: poles and guy wire anchors
Tree removal for line clearance
Temporary impacts:
Most access road improvements including placement of hog fuel
Access for removal of old structures using tracked vehicles involving clearing and some crushing of
vegetation
Construction zones for structure installation
On-going maintenance
1.5 SUMMARY OF MIT/CA T!ON MtASURE,
A mitigation plan for identified impacts has been. prepared by WPS and DEA, Inc. In brief, all permanent
wetland and wetland buffer impacts will be mitigated as part of the WSDOT Springbrook Creek Wetland
Habitat and Mitigation Bank (SCWHMB). All temporary wetland, wetland buffer, and stream buffer
impacts will be restored in place at a 1: 1 ratio as required by the City of Renton. Additional voluntary
stream buffer enhancement will be performed to mitigate for incidental permanent stream buffer impacts
related to structure footprints and for necessary tree removal within critical areas.
2. WETLAND ANALYSIS MCTHODS
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Two levels of analysis were conducted for this project: research to identify previous studies relevant to the
study area, and an on-site investigation of areas that lie within the PSE study area but outside of WSDOT's
proposed activities. The methodology for the on-site investigation is summarized below.
2./ PR tllkl/NAR r R FSFAR CH
Publicly available information, including National Wetlands Inventory maps, City of Renton inventories,
and studies performed by other agencies were evaluated to identify wetlands within the project area.
22 0N-.5JTE WETLAND DELINEATkJN METHODOLOGY
Wetlands were identified based on the presence of hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soil, and wetland
hydrology using the method outlined in the 1997 Washington State Wetlands Identification and
Delineation Manual (Washington State Manual), and following City of Renton regulations. The "routine
on-site determination method" was used to make the wetlands determination. The routine method is used
for areas equal to or less than five acres in size, or for larger areas with relatively homogeneous vegetative,
soil, and hydrologic properties.
2.3 WETLAND LA TECORIZA T!ON
Wetlands identified on the site were categorized using the revised version of the Washington State
Wetland Rating System for Western Washington dated August 2004 (Appendix 2) and the City of Renton's
classification system.
3. WETLAND ANALYSIS llESUL TS
3.1 PR EL/MINAR Y RESEARCH -ANCHOR ENVIR ON/11ENTAL
Anchor Environmental conducted a wetland analysis of areas within the WSDOT rights of way'. They
identified two wetlands that are also within the PSE project area, as shown on Figure 1, below. The
summary of wetland characteristics presented below is also taken from the Anchor Environmental report
dated July 2007.
3.\.1 WETLAND 2.82R
• Size and location: This 0.38-acre wetland is located south of 1-405 and east of Talbot Road South.
1 Anchor Environmental, L.L.C. May 2007. Wetland Biology Report, 1-405, Tukwila to Renton Improvement Project
prepared for Washington State Department of Transportation Urban Corridors Office.
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• Vegetation: Dominated by lady fern, reed canarygrass, red alder, willow, and Himalayan blackberry.
• Soils: Very dark grayish brown (10YR 3/1) silt loam with very dark gray (SY 3/1) mottles to 16 inches.
Below 16 inches is brownish yellow (lOYR 6/6) loamy sand. The wetland soil profile also includes dark
gray (lOYR 4/1) sandy loam to about 7 inches with gray (10 YR 5/1) loamy sand below 7 inches with
yellowish brown (10 YR 5/6) mottles.
• Hydrology. Soils saturated to the surface in the soil pit, with standing water present from 6 to 14 inches
of the surface.
• Wetland classification: Wetland 2.82R is a small sized PFO, PSS, and PEM wetland that is seasonally
saturated and occasionally inundated. It is a Category IV wetland under Ecology's rating system and a
Category 3 (25-foot buffer) under the City of Renton's sensitive areas regulations.
• Wetland function scores. Wetland 2.82R scores a low potential (2 out of 32 possible maximum score) to
improve water quality and provides opponunities to improve water quality. The wetland scores a low
potential (6 out of 32 possible maximum score) to reduce flooding and erosion and provides the
opportunity to reduce flooding and erosion. The wetland scores a moderate potential and opportunity (13
out of 36 possible maximum score) to provide habitat functions. Overall, the total Ecology wetland
functions score for Wetland 2.82R is 21 out of a possible 100.
• Wetland buffer: Dominated by shrub, grass, and herbaceous habitat typically found in highway medians
and right-of-way (Appendix BJ. Forested habitat is located to the east of the wetland. Wetland also
adjacent to paved surfaces and fill prisms associated with the shoulder of local roads.
• Wetland determination: The boundary of Wetland 2.82R was originally delineated and mapped as two
wetlands as pan of the Renton Nickel Project (WSDOT 2005 and 2006). As part of this Project, a wetland
delineation was performed that identified a connection between the two wetlands, so the wetland is one
rather than two separate wetlands. The boundary corresponded to the base of the fill for adjacent roads or
topographical changes. Adjacent uplands were distinguished from the wetland by the lack of soil
saturation, hydric soil indicators, and the presence of upland plant species.
3.1.2 WETLAND 2.9L
• Size and location: This 1.05-acre wetland is located north of 1-405 between Talbot Road and Benson
Road and is associated with Thunder Hills Creek. The wetland is identified on NW! maps (USFWS 2006),
King County Sensitive Areas Map Folio (King County 1990), and in Renton's Critical Areas Inventory
(Renton 1992).
• Vegetation: Dominated by reed canarygrass, common cattail, Himalayan blackberry, and Pacific willow.
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• Soils: Soils in the southern portion consist of a black (SY 2.5/1) loam extending to a depth of 8 inches
over a layer of dark grayish brown (2.SY 4/2) loamy sand with strong brown (2.SY 4/2) mottles. In the
northern portion of the wetland, there is a layer of very dark gray (lOYR 3/2) silt loam with peat
extending to a depth of 8 inches, over a layer of black (10YR 2/1) sandy loam.
• Hydrology. Soils saturated to the surface in the soil pits, with standing water present within 3 inches of
the surface. An area of emergent vegetation and permanently ponded water is present in the center of the
wetland. The wetland is influenced by flow from Thunder Hills Creek and hillside seeps and discharges to
a culvert.
• Wetland classification: Wetland 2.9L is a medium sized PSS wetland with areas that are seasonally
saturated and inundated, permanently saturated, and permanently ponded. It is a Category III wetland
under Ecology's rating system and a Category 3 (25-foot buffer) under the City of Renton's sensitive areas
regulations.
• Wetland function scores. Wetland 2.9L scores a low potential (10 out of 32 possible maximum score) to
improve water quality and provides opportunities to improve water quality. The wetland scores a
moderate potential (16 out of 32 possible maximum score) to reduce flooding and erosion and provides
the opportunity to reduce flooding and erosion. The wetland scores a low potential and opportunity (14
out of 36 possible maximum score) to provide habitat functions. Overall, the total Ecology wetland
functions score for Wetland 2.9L is 40 out of a possible 100.
• Wetland buffer: Dominated by shrub, grass, and herbaceous habitat typically found in highway medians
and right-of-way (Appendix BJ. Wetland also adjacent to paved surfaces and fill prisms associated with the
shoulder of local roads.
• Wetland detennination: The boundary of Wetland 2.9L was delineated and mapped where indicators of
wetland vegetation, hydric soil, and wetland hydrology were present, as part of the Renton Nickel Project
(WSDOT 2005 and 2006). The boundary corresponded to the base of the fill for adjacent roads or
topographical changes. Adjacent uplands were distinguished from the wetland by the lack of hydric soil
indicators and the presence of upland plant species.
3.1.3 OTHER PR.ELIMINAR. Y RESE,\R.CH RESULTS
The National Wetlands Inventory (NW!) map indicates no wetlands within the study area east of 1-405, as
shown below in Figure 2.
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Several soils were mapped by the NRCS on the Web Soil Survey, as shown in Figure 3 and Table 1.
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TABLE 1: SorL MAPPI NG UNITS
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32 O N -SITE IN VES T/CA T!ON R ESU/. TS -Wt:TL A .N DS A, B & C
In addition to wetlands identified by Anchor Environmental locat ed w ithin the WSDOT study area limits,
WPS ide ntified and delineated portions of three wetlands within the PSE corridor east of I-405. A summ ary
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of the vegetation, soils, and hydrology observed in and adjacent to these wetlands is presented below.
Wetland determination data forms are provided in Appendix 1.
3.2.1 VEGETATION
Vegetation within the areas of proposed disturbance in Wetlands A, B and C is comprised of nearly
monotypic reed canarygrass (Phalaris arundinaceae).
3.2.2 SOILS
None of the mapped soil units is hydric. The Beausite series is made up of well-drained, non-hydric soils
that are underlain by sandstone at a depth of 20 to 40 inches. These soils formed in glacial deposits. In a
representative profile, the surface layer and the upper part of the subsoil are dark-brown to dark yellowish-
brown gravelly sandy loam that extends to a depth of about 19 inches. The lower part of the subsoil is
olive-brown very gravelly sandy loam. Roots penetrate easily to bedrock and enter a few cracks in the
bedrock. Permeability is moderately rapid. Available water capacity is low. Runoff is rapid and the hazard
of erosion is severe. Soil within the PSE transmission line corridor generally matched the Beausite
description. Soil within upland areas is lOYR 3/, loam to 5 inches underlain by lOYR 5/6 loam to 18+
inches. Within wetlands, soil was SY 2/1 to 16+ inches.
3.2.3 I IYOROLOGY
The hydrology of Wetlands A, B and C is in the slope Hydrogeomorphic class, and derives from flowing
water that surfaces and disperses across the slope and within depressions. Direct evidence of wetland
hydrology was observed only at Wetland A during the several site visits that occurred during the late
summer and fall 2007.
3.3 WETLAND DETERMINA ! ION & CLASS/FICA TION
Based upon presence of the three requisite criteria, five wetlands are present within the PSE project area as
shown on Error! Reference source not found .. Wetlands have been rated according to both the Washington
State Department of Ecology and the City of Renton's rating systems as shown below in Table 2.
TABLE 2: SUMMARY OF WETIAND RATINGS & RENTON BUFFER REQUIREMENTS
Wetland Size Cowardin State City of Renton Identified on
(acres) Classification Rating Renton Buffer Renton
(Ecology) Rating Width Wetland
(feet) Inventory
2.82R 0.38 Forested, Scrub-IV 3 25 No
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A < 0.5 Emergent & Scrub-Ill 3 25 No
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4.1 PR LllHINAR Y RE,£'1R CH
Thunder Hills Creek and tributary streams are present within the project area, as shown on the City of
Renton Streams and Lakes map, Figure 5.
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FIGURE 5: CI1Y OF RENTON STREAMS & LAKES MAP
To avoid duplication of effort, this section has been excerpted from the Thunder Hills Creek section of the
report entitled 1-405, Renton Nickel Improvement Project Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Discipline
Report, prepared by Anchor Environmental, LLC dated October 2005, with the permission of the authors
and WSDOT.
FIGURE 6: MAP OF THUNDER HILLS CREEK
The headwaters of Thunder Hills Creek are located to the southeast of 1-405. Upstream of 1-405, Thunder
Hills Creek is contained in an incised channel with an intact riparian buffer along the east side of the creek
and a buffer of varying widths (from O to approximately 20 feet wide) along the west side of the creek. At
the downstream end of this upper section, Thunder Hills Creek flows under 1-405 and daylights into a
concrete outfall located directly behind a Sam's Club. The culvert under 1-405, which connects the up and
downstream sections of Thunder Hills Creek, acts as a complete upstream fish passage barrier.
After daylighting at the outfall, Thunder Hills Creek confluences with water flowing from a historic, now
abandoned coal mine. There is a noticeably sulfurous smell from the water originating from the coal mine
at this confluence.2 From the confluence, the flow from Thunder Hills Creek and the coal mine runoff
enters a three-sided concrete flume and flows along the southeast edge of the Sam's Club parking lot.
2 Derek Koellmann, Anchor Environmental, L.L.C., personal observation.
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Figure 7 shows Thunder Hills Creek in
the concrete flume. The flume outlets
into a wetland complex immediately
east of Talbot Road South and north of
1-405. The creek then flows west under
Talbot Road, into a series of culverts,
under several parking lots, to where it
daylights and converges with Rolling
Hills Creek in the location where
Rolling Hills Creek daylights between
the parking lot associated with the
Renton Cinema 8 and 1-405. Figure 7
shows the flume at Thunder Hills Creek.
As stated above, the lower portion of Thunder Hills Creek flows through a three-sided concrete flume and
has no natural channel. There is almost no vegetative cover over the stream. Most of the stream bed is
concrete, with sporadic patches of gravel located along the length of the stream.
FIGURE 7: THUNDER HILLS CREEK IN CONCRETE FLUME IMMEDIATELY DOWNSTREAM OF MINE RUNOFF
No anadromous fish species are reported to occur in Thunder Hills Creek, due to downstream fish passage
barriers.' However, due to habitat conditions in the upstream reaches, Thunder Hills Creek likely
historically supported populations of coho salmon and steelhead trout. It is unlikely that fish occupy the
lower reach of Thunder Hills Creek due to habitat and water quality considerations; however, there could
be use by species more tolerant to such conditions such as three spine stickleback. Resident fish species
likely to occur in the upper reaches of Thunder Hills Creek include cutthroat trout, sculpin, and three spine
stickle back. 4
3 KCDNR Fish Distribution Maps and Data http://dnr.metrokc.gov/Wrias/9/FishDist.htm 2004.
4 Wydoski and Whitney Inland Fishes of Washington 1979.
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Although existing riparian conditions vary along the streams in the study area, the majority of streams
have riparian buffers that are moderately to severely degraded under existing conditions. Therefore, many
of the functions that riparian vegetation provides (such as LWD recruitment, contribution of organic
material, fish cover, bank stabilization, and stream temperature regulation) are already altered and will
not be substantially affected as compared to existing conditions. In streams where riparian vegetation
losses will be large or will involve removing trees or large shrubs that provide substantial shade, stream
buffer mitigation will occur where feasible (see the Mitigation section [ of the Anchor Environmental
Report] for details).
4.2 StTE-.SJ't.OflC INVt.Sl !CATION
PSE's project limits, as noted above, extend east of those identified by WSDOT into the major Talbot Hills
transmission line corridor. A site-specific investigation of those areas within this corridor that would be
affected by the proposal was conducted in August 2007. Two additional tributaries to Thunder Hills Creek
were identified (unnamed tributary stream 1 was identified by WSDOT), unnamed tributaries 2 and 3, as
shown in Error! Reference source not found. and Figure 8. Several streams occur within the corridor with
short segments above ground that then dive underground to resurface further down slope, and Streams 2
and 3 are typical. At its down slope end, stream 3 disperses into Wetland B (described above). Stream 2
appears on the surface near the driveway elbow and disperses into Wetland A.
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FIG URE 8 : STREAMS IN PSE T ALBOT HILLS CORRIDOR
Classifications of str e am within the proje ct area are provid ed in Table 3. The assigned rating refl ec ts the
absen ce of salmonids in a ll of the subject streams. In addition, all of the streams w ith the exception of
Stream 3 are pe rennially-flowing.
Stream
Thund e r Hill s Creek
Tributary Stream 1
Tributary Stream 2
Tributary Stream 3
TABLE 3: STREAM CLASSIF ICATION S
City of Renton Classification
Class 3
Class 3
Class 3
Class 4
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Required Buffer Width (Ft)
75
75
75
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5. SUMMARY OF STRFAMS AND WFTl.ANDS
Five Class 3 wetlands, three Class 3 streams and one Class 4 stream are present within the affected project
area, as shown in Error! Reference source not found ..
6. IMPACTS TO WETLANDS AND BUFFERS
PSE has made every effort to avoid critical area and buffer impacts; nevertheless, given engineering
constraints, critical area impacts will occur as a result of the PSE's efforts pursuant to the I-405 roadway
widening project. Some structures are located within wetlands or wetland and stream buffers; in some
cases these structures will be relocated outside of these critical areas. In other cases, the structures will be
relocated within the critical area, necessitating either mitigation for permanent impacts to wetlands or
their buffers, or restoration of wetlands, or wetland or stream buffers from temporary construction
impacts. Some permanent stream buffer impacts will occur as a result of structure footprints (including the
structures themselves as well as guy wires). A variance to the City of Renton's CAR will be required to
authorize these impacts. Impacts are discussed in detail in the Wetland & Stream Analysis Report prepared
by WPS dated October 16, 2007. Table 4 provides a summary of wetland impacts, and Table 5
summarizes stream buffer impacts. No direct stream impacts are proposed.
TABLE 4: WETIAND AND WETLAND BUFFER IMPACTS
Wetland
name
2.9L
2.82R
A (E of fwy)
BCE of fwy)
State
Category
Rating
III
N
III
III
City of
Renton
Rating
3
3
3
3
Permanent
Impacts by
wetland
380 SF
(0.001 AC)
1,570 SF
(0.04 AC)
649 SF
(0.01 AC)
Temporary
Impacts by
wetland
7,217 SF
(0.17 AC)
2,244 SF
(0.05 AC)
154 SF
(0.001 AC)
450 SF
Permanent Paper
Buffer Take'
Impacts
(square
feet)
12,127 SF 11,714 SF
(0.28 AC) (0.27 AC)
3,563 SF 6,955 SF
(0.08 AC) (0.12 AC)
4,348 SF 7,156 SF
(0.10 AC) (0.16 AC)
2,226 SF 2,414 SF
5 "Paper take" wetland impacts are those where permanent impacts will occur to a wetland buffer that will result in a
reduced buffer width beyond that allowed for buffer averaging or buffer reduction; consequently the associated
wetland will be enhanced to compensate for the reduced buffer.
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(0.01 AC) (0.06 AC) (0.06 AC)
C (E of fwy) III 3 3,343 SF 2,825 SF
(0.08 AC) (0.06 AC)
TOTALS 2,599 SF 10,065 SF 25,607 SF 31,064 SF
(0.06 AC) (0.23 AC) (0.59 AC) (0.71 AC)
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TABLE 5: STREAM BUFFER IMPACTS
Stream Designation City of Permanent Temporary
Renton Buffer Buffer
Rating Impact Impacts (SF)
(SF)
Tributary Stream 1 3 0 2,318
Tributary Stream 2 3 240 6,744
Tributary Stream 3 4 0 0
Thunder Hills Creek 3 429 25,880
Total 669 34,942
Besides the permanent impacts related to structures and guy wires in wetlands, streams and their
respective buffers, as well as permanent access roads in wetlands, additional impacts will occur through
tree-removal with Wetland 2.82R and its buffer, as shown in Figure 9 and Wetland 2.9L and its buffer, as
shown in Figure 10.
Mitigation for PSE impacts --with the exception of direct permanent wetland and wetland buffer impacts,
which will occur in the WSDOT Springbrook Creek Wetland Habitat and Mitigation Bank (SCWHMB) --is
addressed in the 1-405 Renton Transmission Line Relocation Mitigation Plan sheets prepared by WPS and
David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA).
7. REPORT LIMITATIONS
The information contained herein is, to our knowledge, correct and accurate. It should be recognized that
the establishment wetland boundaries is an inexact science. Wetlands are, by definition, transition areas,
and wetland boundaries often change with time. The presence of wetland indicators may also vary
depending on the time of year. Additionally, individual professionals may disagree on the precise location
of wetland boundaries or the functions and values or categorization of a wetland. All stream and wetland
boundaries, classifications, and buffer widths should be considered subject to change until reviewed and
approved by the appropriate regulatory agencies with jurisdiction. We recommend obtaining jurisdictional
approval before completing final site plans and/or beginning construction activities. We are not
responsible for the accuracy of information provided by others.
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Within the limitations of schedule, budget, and scope-of-work, we warrant that this study was conducted
in accordance with generally accepted environmental science practices, including the technical guidelines
and criteria in effect at the time of this study. The results and conclusions of this report represent the
authors' best professional judgment based upon information provided by the project proponent and
information obtained during the course of this study. No other warranty, expressed or implied, is made.
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R FFFR FNCFS
Anchor Environmental, L.L.C. May 2007. Wetland Biology Report, 1-405, Tukwila to Renton Improvement
Project prepared for Washington State Department of Transportation Urban Corridors Office.
Hitchcock, C.L., and A. Cronquist. 1973. Flora of the Pacific Northwest. Univ. of Washington Press, Seattle.
King County Washington. IMAP GIS Map Sets. http://www.metrokc.gov/gis/mapportaVmapsets.htm
Koellmann, Derek. Anchor Environmental, L.L.C. October 28, 2005. Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
Discipline Report, 1-405, Renton Nickel Improvement Project, prepared for Washington State
Department of Transportation Urban Corridors Office and Federal Highway Administration.
Munsell Color. 1992. Munsell Soil Color Charts. Kollmorgen Instruments Corp., Baltimore, MD.
National Resource Conservation Service Web Soil Survey.
http:/ /websoilsurvey .nrcs. usda.gov / app/WebSoilSurvey.aspx
Reed, P.B., Jr. 1988. National List of Plant Species that Occur in Wetlands: National Summary. U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service, Washington, D.C. Biol. Rpt. 88(24). 244 p. 1993 Northwest Supplement,
Region 9, December 1993.
Renton, City of. Renton Municipal Code, Title 4 Development Regulations, Chapter 4 Environmental
Regulations and Overlay Districts.
United States Fish & Wildlife Service. National Wetlands Inventory.
http:/ /wetlandsfws.er. usgs. gov /wtlnds/launch.html
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 1993. Northwest Supplement to National List of Plant Species that Occur in
Wetlands: Region 9. Biol. Rpt. 88(24).
Washington State Department of Ecology. 2004. Revised Washington State Wetlands Identification and
Delineation Manual. Ecology Publication #04-06-025.
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1-405 R.OADWAY IMl'ROVEMEN I PIZOJcCI
Jl..ENTO\I, WASHINGTO'J
WETLAND & STR.LAM BUFFER. R.FSTOR.A TION R.EPOR. T
PUGET SOUND ENER.GY
TRANS/v\lSSION LINE CORRIDOR STRUCTURE R.ELOCATIO'JS
PREPARED FOR:
]EH MCMEEKIN
MUNICIPAL LAND l'LA\INER
P.O. Box 97034 I EST·IIW
BELLEVUE, WA 98009·9734
(425) 462·3824
PREPARED BY:
CELESTE BOTHA
WEIi AND PEBMJJIJNG SERYJCF§
Zo25 South Normiln Street
Seattle, Washlngton g8144
(2o6) 7,'l8--m5
wps<@i.sp.com
OCTOBER 16, 2007
TABLE OF COi\. i ~NI S
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ..................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 PURPOSE OF THE STUDY ...................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 SUMMARY OF WETLAND AND STREAM IMPACTS ..................................................................................... 4
l .4 SUMMARY OF MITIGATION MEASURES .................................................................................................. 6
2. MmGATION PLAN FOR TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION IMPACTS .................................................... 6
2.1 MINIMIZATION AND AVOIDANCE .......................................................................................................... 7
2.1.1 Sediment/Erosion Control ....................................................................................................... 7
2.1.2 Hazardous Materials ................................................................................................................ 8
2.2 DESCRIPTION AND GOALS OF PROPOSED RESTORATION AND ENHANCEMENT ............................................. 9
2.3 COMPARATIVE FUNCTIONS OF ExISTING VERSUS ENHANCED OR RESTORED AREAS ..................................... 9
2.3.1 Wetlands ................................................................................................................................. 9
2.3.2 Stream Buffers ......................................................................................................................... 9
2.4 CONSTRUCTION PIAN ......................................................................................... ,,, ........................... 11
2.5 PLANTING PIAN ........ , ................................................... ,,,,, .............................................................. 11
2.6 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS ...................................... ,,,,.,.,,,,, ............................................................. 12
2.6.1 Plant cover.. ........................................................................................................................... 12
2.6.2 Plant survivorship .................................................................................................................. 12
2.6.3 Species diversity .................................................................................................................... 12
2.6.4 Control of noxious and invasive species ................................................................................ 13
2.7 MONITORING .................................................................................................................................. 13
2.8 MAINTENANCE PIAN ........................................................................................................................ 14
2.9 CONTINGENCY PIAN ......................................................................................................................... 14
2.10 MITIGATION SURETY ........................................................................................................................ 14
3. REPORT LIMITATIONS ................................................................................................................... 14
TABLE OF TABLES
TABLE 1: WETLAND AND WETLAND BUFFER IMPACTS
TABLE 2: STREAM BUFFER IMPACTS
TABLE 3: RELOCATIONS TO AVOID IMPACTS TO WETLANDS, STREAMS AND THEIR RESPECTIVE
BUFFERS
TABLE 4: PRE-DEVELOPMENT CONDITIONS AT STREAM 2 BUFFER
2
5
6
7
9
TABLE 5: POST-DEVELOPMENT CONDITIONS (ENHANCED BUFFER) AT STREAM 2 BUFFER 10
TABLE 6: PRE-DEVELOPMENT CONDITIONS AT THUNDER HILLS CREEK AT SAM'S CLUB 10
TABLE 7: POST-DEVELOPMENT CONDITIONS (ENHANCED BUFFER) AT THUNDER HILLS CREEK AT
SAM'S CLUB
TABLE 8: PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
TABLE 9: MAINTENANCE, MONITORING & REPORTING SCHEDULES
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I. EXECU I IV[ SUMMARY
I/ PROJECT0ESCRtrTION
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is planning to improve Interstate 405 (1-
405) and State Route (SR) 167 corridors in and around the cities of Renton and Tukwila, Washington.
These improvements are collectively known as the I-405, Tukwila to Renton Improvement Project. The
Project improvements extend approximately 4 miles along 1-405, from 1-5 to SR 169, and approximately 2
miles along SR 167, from I-405 to SW 43rd Street.
To accommodate the project, several PSE transmission line structures must be removed and new structures
installed. This PSE element of the roadway improvement project is highly complex, involving removal and
replacement of structures, some of which convey 115 KV and others of which convey 230 KV of power to
serve the needs of business and residential users throughout the area. The structure replacements must
occur well in advance of WSDOT construction activities and within certain energy windows, driven by the
need to maintain uninterrupted loads during periods of high demand, i.e. summer and winter. Thus,
construction for replacement activities must occur during spring and fall seasons, severely limiting the time
available to accomplish the project. In order to ensure that these actions occur in a timely manner and do
not delay the l-405 road widening project PSE must begin replacing structures immediately.
Seven major distribution networks are affected by the I-405 project: the Shuffleton-O'Brien, Talbot-Metro
Renton, Talbot-Boeing Renton #2, Talbot-O'Brien #2, Talbot-O'Brien #3, Talbot-Asbury, and Talbot-
Christopher. The study area for this PSE effort is shown on Sheet 1.
/.2 PURPOSEOF!HESTUDY
The objective of this study is to present a restoration plan for temporary construction impacts to wetlands,
and stream and wetland buffers that meets City of Renton CAR standards, as well as a voluntary buffer
enhancement plan of targeted areas to compensate for minimal permanent stream buffer impacts and
necessary tree removal activities. This narrative report is a companion to the Mitigation Plan sheet set
prepared by David Evans & Associates, Inc. (DEA).
1.3 SU!v/MAR Y OF WETLAND !IND STREAM /W!'ACTS
PSE has made every effort to avoid critical area and buffer impacts; nevertheless, given engineering
constraints, critical area impacts will occur as a result of the PSE's efforts pursuant to the I-405 roadway
widening project. Some structures are located within wetlands or wetland and stream buffers; in some
cases these structures will be relocated outside of these critical areas. In other cases, the structures will be
relocated within the critical area, necessitating either mitigation for permanent impacts to wetlands or
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their buffers, or restoration of wetlands, or wetland or stream buffers from temporary construction
impacts. Some permanent stream buffer impacts will occur as a result of structure footprints (including the
structures themselves as well as guy wires). A variance to the City of Renton's CAR will be required to
authorize these impacts. Impacts are discussed in detail in the Wetland & Stream Analysis Report prepared
by WPS dated October 16, 2007. Table 1 provides a summary of wetland impacts, and Table 2
summarizes stream buffer impacts. No direct stream impacts are proposed.
TABLE 1: WETLAND AND WETIAND BUFFER IMPACTS
Wetland State City of Permanent Temporary Permanent Paper
name Category Renton Impacts by Impacts by Buffer Taite'
Rating Rating wetland wetland Impacts
(square
feet)
2.9L III 3 380 SF 7,217 SF 12,127 SF 11,714 SF
(0.001 AC) (0.17 AC) (0.28 AC) (0.27 AC)
2.82R IV 3 1,570 SF 2,244 SF 3,563 SF 6,955 SF
(0.04 AC) (0.05 AC) (0.08 AC) (0.12 AC)
A (E of fwy) III 3 649 SF 154 SF 4,348 SF 7,156 SF
(0.01 AC) (0.001 AC) (0.10 AC) (0.16 AC)
B (E of fwy) III 3 450 SF 2,226 SF 2,414 SF
(0.01 AC) (0.06 AC) (0.06 AC)
C (E of fwy) III 3 3,343 SF 2,825 SF
(0.08 AC) (0.06 AC)
TOTALS 2,599 SF 10,065 SF 25,607 SF 31,064 SF
1 "Paper take" wetland impacts are those where permanent impacts will occur to a wetland buffer that will result in a
reduced buffer width; consequently the associated wetland will be enhanced to compensate for the reduced buffer.
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(0.06 AC) (0.23 AC) (0.59 AC) (0.71 AC)
TABLE 2: STREAM BUFFER IMPACTS
Stream City of Permanent Temporary
Designation Renton Buffer Buffer
Rating Impact Impacts
(SF) (SF)
1 III 0 2,318
2 III 240 6,744
3 N 0 0
Thunder III 429
25,880
Hills Creek
Total 669 34,942
Besides the permanent impacts related to structures and guy wires in wetlands, streams and their
respective buffers, as well as permanent access roads in wetlands and wetland buffers, additional impacts
will occur through tree-removal.
L 4 SUMMARY OF MIT/Cl\ T!ON MEASURES
In brief, all permanent wetland and wetland buffer impacts will be mitigated as part of the WSDOT
Springbrook Creek Wetland Habitat and Mitigation Bank (SCWHMB). All temporary wetland, wetland
buffer, and stream buffer impacts will be restored in place. Details about the mitigation plan for temporary
construction impacts to these areas are provided below and on the attached sheets. In addition, targeted
areas have been selected to be voluntarily enhanced through native plantings and habitat features as
shown on the attached sheets.
2. MITIGATION PLAN FOR TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION IMPACTS
Importantly as noted above, mitigation for all permanent wetland and wetland buffer impacts will occur at
the WSDOT SCWHMB that will be established pursuant to the larger 1-405 Roadway Improvement Project.
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The mitigation plan presented herein refers to restoration of temporary construction impacts to wetlands,
and wetland and stream buffers as well as targeted voluntary stream buffer enhancement.
2./ MtNIMIL'\ I/ON AND A VO/DANCE
Proposed relocations of numerous structures have been reevaluated and adjusted to avoid impacts to
critical areas, as shown in Table 3.
TABLE 3: RELOCATIONS TO AVOID IMPACTS TO WETIANDS, STREAMS AND THEIR RESPECTIVE BUFFERS
Corridor
Talbot Hills-Christopher
Talbot Hills-Metro Renton
Talbot Hills-O'Brien #2
Talbot Hills-Boeing Renton
#2
Talbot Hills-O'Brien #3
Talbot Hills-Asbury
Structure
Number
TH-Ch #0/7
TH-Ch #0/8
TH-MR#0/9
Avoidance Measure
Moved guy wires out of OHWM of Stream 2
Reduced construction impact area by moving structure
east
Moved structure out of Wetland A buffer
TH-MR #0/11 Moved structure out of Thunder Hills Creek buffer
TH-MR #0/12 Moved structure out of Thunder Hills Creek buffer into
landscaped perimeter
TH-02 #0/9
Th-02 #0/11
Th-02 #0/12
TH-B2 #0/11
TH-03 #06
TH-As #0/11
TH-As #0/12
Moved structure out of Wetland B
Removed a three-pole structure from Wetland 2.9L
buffer
Moved a three-pole structure out of Wetland 2.9L into
landscaped perimeter
Moved structure out of Stream 1 buffer
Moved structure out of Stream 1 buffer
Removed three-pole structure out of Wetland 2.9L buffer
In addition to the relocations described in Table 3, impacts will also be avoided through the use of tracked
vehicles to access for construction wherever possible.
Best management practices (BMPs) will be employed during construction to preserve and protect water
quality in the project vicinity. The following BMPs should be employed during construction to protect
water quality.
2.1.1 SEDIMENT/ER.OSION CONTR.OL
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Down slope of the improved permanent access road crossing of Wetland A, straw wattles will be installed
and anchored in the wetland to reduce velocities of flows from the tributary segment of Tributary Stream 3
located within Wetland A2 •
Silt fences should be installed at the edges of the work areas (drainage easement) before the start of any
construction. A silt fence has already been installed at the upper segment of Tributary Stream 2. Silt
fences should be constructed using current standard materials accepted by City of Stanwood. Silt fences
should be dug in to approximately 12 inches, backfilled and staked. Stakes should be driven to a depth of
1.5-ft, and spaced at maximum intervals of 6-ft. To minimize potential for silt fence failure, silt should be
removed from behind the fences when silt depth becomes greater than 1/3 the height of the fence. All silt
and silt fences will be removed upon stabilization of slopes. All disturbed slopes, including cut and fill
slopes, should be mulched or covered with erosion control fabric to minimize sediment runoff.
All temporary erosion and sediment control measures should be removed within 30 days after final site
stabilization is achieved or after the temporary BMPs are no longer needed. A silt fence should not be
considered temporary if it must function beyond the construction period. Trapped sediment should be
removed or stabilized on the site. Disturbed soil areas resulting from removal should be permanently
stabilized.
Jute matting or similar material/devices should be used to provide immediate protection to exposed soil
during any period of short construction delays. This should be done to stabilize the soil until vegetation is
established, or as directed by the engineer.
2.1.2 HAZARDOUS .'v\ATFR IALS
The contractor shall develop a Pollution Control Plan. The contractor shall be responsible for containment
and removal of any hazardous materials released. The Pollution Control Plan shall identify personnel
responsible for implementing the plan if a spill of dangerous or hazardous waste should occur and how the
spill will be contained and cleaned up, including removal of contaminated soil. Any spill that occurs,
regardless of size and/or type should be reported to the City of Renton, which will then notify the
appropriate agencies.
The contractor should designate a specific staging area for all equipment maintenance and storage. This
area should be located away from all drainage courses. All equipment and vehicles should be parked on a
device that will contain all leaking fluids (i.e. drip pans or equipment diaper). Vehicles and equipment
2 As noted in the Wetland and Stream Analysis Report, prepared by WPS dated October 16, 2007, ground
water surfaces and then disappears into underground channels in several locations within the Talbot Hills
transmission line corridor.
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should be maintained so leaking fluids cause no pollution. The construction area should be kept clean of
all debris, litter, and garbage. In addition, all debris, refuse, and garbage should be removed by hand from
work areas following the completion of construction activities. Disposal of all solid waste should be in
accordance with all applicable ordinances.
2.2 D£5CR!Fl!ON AND COALS OF f'R 0!'05£0 RESTORA TIO/\/ AND frvHANCFMENT
The overall goal of the mitigation plan is to restore wetland and stream resources to their pre-disturbance
condition or better as required by the City of Renton.
2.3 C(}Mf'ARATIVE FUNCTIONS OF EXISTING VERSUS £1\/HANCFD OR RESTORED AREAS
2.3.1 WETLANDS
Small areas of wetland and several areas of wetland buffers will be restored following temporary
construction activities, as shown on the attached plans. Most functions will be unchanged or offset by
unavoidable impacts but some improvement will occur as a result of installation of native species and
habitat features, as shown in Appendix 1.
2.3.2 ST!lEAM llurrrns
There are six specific functions of riparian zones that are essential to the development and maintenance of
aquatic habitats favorable to salmonids. The six functions are as follows: riparian vegetation provides
shade to stream channels, contributes large woody debris to streams, adds small organic matter to streams,
stabilizes stream banks, controls sediment inputs from surface erosion, and regulates nutrient and
pollutant inputs to streams. In addition, to these functions that directly influence aquatic habitats, riparian
areas are critical habitats for a variety of terrestrial species and semi-aquatic organisms and serve as
migration or dispersion corridors for wildlife species. The tables below compare these functions under
current (pre-disturbance) and future (post-mitigation) conditions within the buffers of Stream 2 and lower
Thunder Hills Creek at Sam's Club.
TABLE 4: PRE-DEVELOPMENT CONDmONS AT STREAM 2 BUFFER
Function Quality
Temperature regulation Low
Large woody debris Low
recruitment
Erosion/Shoreline Protection Low
Water Quality Improvement Low
Due to:
Vegetation within immediate stream banks
comprised of low-growing shrubs and
blackberries.
No large trees present within close proximity to
stream.
Stream undercutting due to high velocities
Dissociation between stream and adjacent
uplands due, in part, to stream undercutting, but
primarily due to lack of opponunity.
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Natural Biological Support Low
Overall Habitat Functions Low-Moderate
Limited species diversity and located within
transmission line corridor, which limits use of
large trees.
Connectivity with wildlife corridors; however, in
a heavily urbanized area with low species
diversity and periodic vegetation maintenance.
TABLE 5: POST-DEVELOPMENT CoNDmONS (ENHANCED BUFFER) AT STREAM 2 BUFFER
Function
Temperature regulation
Large woody debris
recruitment
Erosion/Shoreline Protection
Water Quality Improvement
Natural Biological Support
Overall Habitat Functions
Reladve Quality
Slight improvement
Improvement
Unchanged
Unchanged
Improvement
Improvement
Due to:
Small tree plantings within buffer
LWD placement (see planting plans)
Higher vegetative structure
Increased plant diversity
Reduced invasive species
Increased primacy productivity
Increased organic export
Increased habitat features
Increased habitat and species diversity
TABLE 6: PRE-DEVELOPMENT CONDillONS AT 'fHuNDER HILLS CREEK AT SAM'S CLUB
Function
Temperature regulation
Large woody debris
recruitment
Quality
Low
N/A
Erosion/Shoreline Protection High
Water Quality Improvement Low
Natural Biological Support Low
Overall Habitat Functions Low-Moderate
Due to:
Vegetation within immediate stream banks
comprised of blackberries to the east and
pavement to the west.
No large trees present within proximity to
stream.
Concrete flume protects from erosion.
Dissociation between stream and adjacent
uplands due to concrete flume.
No species diversity and located within
transmission line corridor, which limits use of
large trees.
No connectivity with wildlife corridors; located
in a heavily urbanized area with low species
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diversity and periodic vegetation maintenance.
TABLE 7: POST-DEVELOPMENT CONDmONS (ENHANCED BUFFER) AT THUNDER HILLS CREEK AT SAM'S CLUB
Function
Temperature regulation
Large woody debris
recruitment
Relative Quality
Slight improvement
Improvement
Erosion/Shoreline Protection Unchanged
Water Quality Improvement Unchanged
Natural Biological Support Improvement
Overall Habitat Functions Improvement
2.4 CON'iTR UCTION Pt.AN
Due to:
Small tree plantings within buffer
LWD placement (see planting plans)
Higher vegetative structure
Increased plant diversity
Reduced invasive species
Increased primary productivity
Increased organic export
Increased habitat features
Increased habitat and species diversity
Himalayan blackberry (Rubus procerus) will be grubbed out of the restoration and enhancement areas
beginning in fall 2007. A repeat treatment will occur if possible one month prior to planting, and at the
time of plant installation any surviving blackberry will be sprayed with an herbicide approved for use in
the aquatic environment. Plants shown on the mitigation plan sheet set prepared by DEA, Inc., will be
field-located within the respective planting zones to take advantage of volunteer natives while achieving
the desired planting densities.
In order to ensure that these implementation activities occur as intended, a pre-construction meeting must
occur with the landscapers and DEA or WPS. During this meeting, the biologist shall evaluate soil and
review the planting material to ensure that it is as specified and that the crews understand the details of
this planting plan. Once planting has been accomplished the biologist will inspect the results and if
necessary order the landscape contractor to correct deficiencies, such as improper planting technique or
incorrect application of mulch.
An as-built plan will be prepared following construction, photographs will be taken of the overall project
from vantage points, and the city will be notified of project completion.
2.5 Pt.ANT/NC Pt.AN
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Plants will be installed within the restoration and enhancement areas as shown on the attached sheets.
Because the project is within a transmission line corridor, only low-growing trees are proposed. Hahitat
features will replace some of the functions that would have been provided by taller trees.
2.6I'FRFORMANCI STANDARDS
When evaluated against monitoring data, performance standards are used to determine the relative
success of the mitigation project. Failure to meet these general minimum standards throughout the
monitoring period will result in implementation of contingency measures. Performance standards are as
follows:
TABLE 8: PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Criterion Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
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NATIVE PLANT COVER (%)* 10 -20 20-30 30 -70 70 -90 100
Native woody plant cover (%) 10-20 20-30 40 -60 60 -80 80 -85
Plant survivorship 100 80 80 80 80
Species diversity (see below)
Non-native, invasive plant cover (see below)
(%)
* for forested or scrub-shrub areas
2.6.\ PLANT COVER
Plant cover goals will be achieved through a combination of planted material and natural regeneration of
native species.
2.6.2 PLANT SU!l VIVORsSHIP
Plants are considered "dead" when more than 50% of the plant is decadent, with the exception of
cottonwood, willow and red osier dogwood, which will be considered live if any part of the plant is living.
2.6.3 SPECIES DIVERsSITI
The following minimum standards apply to species diversity of plants, including both planted and
volunteer species, within the various strata:
• Small trees = 2 species
• shrubs = 4 species
• ground covers = 2 species
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2.6.4 CONTR.OL OF NOXIOUS Al';!) INV.~SIVF SPFCJ[S
l. Noxious weeds (identified on state noxious weeds lists) including giant and Japanese knotweeds
(Polygonum sachalinense, P. cuspidatum) must be entirely and properly eliminated, and disposed of,
from the site prior to installation of native material, and throughout the monitoring period.
2. Reed canarygrass (Phalaris arundinaceae), Scot's broom (Cytisus scoparius), and Himalayan and
evergreen blackberries (Ru bus discolor, R. Jaciniatus), must be eliminated prior to planting and
thereafter strictly controlled and may not exceed 10% total cover per species (i.e., up to 100/o cover of
each species may be allowed) throughout the monitoring period. (Note: exception for reed canarygrass
in areas with surrounding dense stands of reed canarygrass. In such cases, the objective is to out-
compete with woody species by the end of the monitoring period.)
2. 7 MONITOR/NC
Monitoring on restoration areas shall continue for a period of five years according to the schedule in Table
9. An as-built drawing showing randomly-selected areas within each restoration area planted according to
the "Typical Mitigation Planting Layout" (shown on the Planting Plan prepared by DEA) will be prepared
within one month of completion of planting. Thereafter monitoring will commence on the next quarter
according to the schedule below. Monitoring will consist of a direct plant count within these areas.
Overview photos will be taken from the same vantage points each year to document overall appearance of
the mitigation area before, during, and after construction, as well as of each of the sample plots. Photo
points and sample plots shall be marked with stakes to facilitate relocation from one monitoring event to
the next. No monitoring will be conducted within the voluntary buffer enhancement areas.
Specifically, the monitoring protocol will consist of the following:
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Evaluate plant cover and cover from undesirable species within the typical planting areas;
Evaluate survivorship through a direct plant count within typical planting areas;
Visually assess and record wildlife use .
TABLE 9: MAINTENANCE, MONITORING & REPORTING SCHEDULES
Year Maintenance Visits Monitoring Report due
1 Between January 1 and March 1 AND Between January 1 and March 1 AND March 30
Between April 1 and June 1 AND Between July 1 and August 31 September 30
Between July 1 and September 30 AND
Between October 15 and December 30
2-5 Between April 1 and June 1 AND Between July 1 and August 31 September 30
Between July 1 and September 30
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2.8 MA.tNTENANCt FLAN
Over the monitoring period, a rigorous semiannual maintenance program will be implemented according
to the schedule provided in Table 9 or as needed to eliminate undesirable plants and to protect shrubs and
small trees from competition from weeds, repair the fences, repair or replace any buffer signage, replace
dead plants, etc. An informal notification (e.g. email correspondence) of completion of this task shall be
provided to the city within 2 weeks of each maintenance visit. A formal monitoring report shall be
submitted to the city. Maintenance of both restoration areas and voluntary enhancement areas will be
performed throughout the 5-year monitoring period.
2.9CONTINCFNCY Ft.AN
In order to provide for the contingency that performance standards may not be met during the five-year
monitoring period, it may be necessary to provide supplemental plantings. Plant attrition can be remedied
by evaluating the cause, and replanting with the same or a more appropriate and approved species. The
landscaping contractor should guarantee 100 percent survivorship for one year from initial planting for
losses due to defects in materials or workmanship. All plants that are used for replacement must meet or
exceed the standards of the initial plantings. The causes of any mortality will be evaluated, and, based
upon the results of this evaluation, alternate species selection may occur. Thereafter, for the remainder of
the monitoring period, 20 percent shrub attrition will be allowed without triggering the contingency plan.
All trees dead will be replaced with the same or a more suitable species throughout the monitoring period.
Replacement will be subject to the same conditions and be made in the same manner as specified for the
original planting.
2./0 MIT/CA T!ON SURETY
A Performance Surety may be required by the City of Renton and if so, will be provided prior to
construction.
3. llEPOR T LIMITATIONS
The information contained herein is, to our knowledge, correct and accurate. It should be recognized that
the establishment wetland boundaries is an inexact science. Wetlands are, by definition, transition areas,
and wetland boundaries often change with time. The presence of wetland indicators may also vary
depending on the time of year. Additionally, individual professionals may disagree on the precise location
of wetland boundaries or the functions and values or categorization of a wetland. All stream and wetland
boundaries, classifications, and buffer widths should be considered subject to change until reviewed and
approved by the appropriate regulatory agencies with jurisdiction. We recommend obtaining jurisdictional
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approval before completing final site plans and/or beginning construction activities. We are not
responsible for the accuracy of information provided by others.
Within the limitations of schedule, budget, and scope-of-work, we warrant that this study was conducted
in accordance with generally accepted environmental science practices, including the technical guidelines
and criteria in effect at the time of this study. The results and conclusions of this report represent the
authors' best professional judgment based upon information provided by the project proponent and
information obtained during the course of this study. No other warranty, expressed or implied, is made.
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APPENDIX I:
C01VIP/\Ri\ TIVE FUNCTIONS TABLES
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COMPARATIVE FUNCTIONS OF WETIANDS & BUFFERS PRE-DISTURBANCE AND PosT-MmGATION
Function Wetland
Wetland 2.91 Wetland 2.82R Wetland A Wetland B Wetland C
Flood/Storm Water Pre-disturbance Mod NIA Low-Mod (sm. Low Low
Control size)
Post-enhancement Unchanged NIA Unchanged Unchanged Unchanged
Base Flow/ Pre-disturbance Low (flume NIA Low ( sm. size) Low Low
Groundwater Support
Post-enhancement Unchanged NIA Unchanged Unchanged Unchanged
Erosion/Shoreline Pre-disturbance Low (flume) NIA Low-Mod (sm. Low Low
Protection size)
Post-enhancement Unchanged NIA Slight Unchanged Unchanged
improvement
(wattles and
plantings will
slow velocities)
Water Quality Pre-disturbance Mod NIA Low (sm. size) Low Low
Improvement
Post-enhancement Unchanged N/A Unchanged Unchanged Unchanged
Noise and Visual Pre-disturbance Mod Low NIA NIA N/A
Screening
Post-enhancement Unchanged Unchanged N/A N/A NIA
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Function Wetland
Wetland 2.9L Wetland 2.82R Wetland A Wetland B Wetland C
Natural Biological Pre-disturbance Low-Mod (invasive Low Low (invasive Low Low
Support species but some species; small
large trees) size)
Post-enhancement Unchanged Unchanged Some Unchanged Unchanged
( eliminating large (wetland size improvement
trees offsets native reduction offsets (reduction in
plantings) native plantings) invasive species;
increased native
cover)
OveraIVSpecific Pre-disturbance Low-Mod Low Low (invasive Low Low
Habitat Functions species; small
size)
Post -enhancement Unchanged Unchanged Some Unchanged Unchanged
( eliminating large ( wetland size improvement
trees offsets native reduction offsets (reduction in
plantings) native plantings) invasive species;
increased native
cover)
Cultural/ Socio-Pre-disturbance NIA NIA NIA NIA NIA
economic
Post-enhancement NIA NIA NIA NIA NIA
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Function Wetland
Wetland 2.9L Wetland 2.82R Wetland A Wetland B Wetland C
Overall Functions and Pre-disturbance Mod Low Low (invasive Low (invasive Low
Values species; small species; small
size) size)
Post-enhancement Unchanged Unchanged Some Some Unchanged
(eliminating large ( wetland size improvement improvement
trees offsets native reduction offsets (reduction in (reduction in
plantings) native plantings) invasive species; invasive
increased native species;
cover) increased
native cover)
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AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO:
Puget Sound Energy
One Bellevue Center
411 -108th Ave. N.E.
Bellevue, WA 98004
PUGET SOUND ENERGY MASTER EASEMENT
For and in consideration of One Dollar ($1.00) and other valuable consideration, the receipt of which is
hereby acknowledged, Puget Western, Inc., a Washington corporation_("Grantor" herein), hereby conveys
and warrants to PUGET SOUND ENERGY, INC., a Washington corporation ("Grantee" herein), for the
purposes hereinafter set forth, a perpetual nonexclusive easement over, under, along, across and through the
following described real property (the "Property" herein) in King County, Washington.
See Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
Except as may be otherwise set forth herein Grantee's rights shall be exercised upon those portions of the
Property (the "Easement Areas" herein) described as follows: [Note, all easement areas are based upon
existing facilities, as-built, shown on that certain Barghausen Survey dated June 19, 1998, last revised July
30, 1998, Job No. 6687 and further shown on the easement exhibit attached as Exhibit BJ.
A. Transmission Line Easement Area /steel tower line):
EASEMENT A
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip ofland, 100 feet in width, lying 50 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 20° 03' 21 "West, 626.75 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South 89° 29' 49" East, 61.02 feet;
THENCE South 78° 26' 19" East, 746.06 feet to a point on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405 and the terminus of the described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
B, Transmission Line Easement Area (three (3) separate single wood pole lines), each such
easement area fifty (50) feet in width having twenty-five (25) feet of such width on each side of
three separate centerlines described as follows:
EASEMENT Bl
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W. M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton. King County, Washington. described as follows:
A strip of land, 50 feet in width, lying 25 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline;
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89°42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 24° 08' 45" West, 590.33 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South 81 ° 57' 34" East, 24.55 feet to a point hereinafter referred to as Point "A";
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THENCE South 81° 57' 34" East, 728.0l feet;
THENCE North 22° 02' 14" East, 442.59 feet to a point on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
Benson Road South and the terminus of the described line.
TOGETHER WITH a strip of land, IO feet in width, lying 5 feet on each side of the following
described easement centerline;
BEGINNING at the aforementioned Point "A";
THENCE North 11°18' 35" East, 65.00 feet to the terminus of the described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to tenninate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTB2
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, 50 feet in width, lying 25 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89°42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 13° 38' 13" West, 724.00 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South 77° 58' 12" East, 711.03 feet to a point on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405 and the terminus of the described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereoflying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTB3
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, 50 feet in width, lying 25 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
corner of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 39° 38' 55" East, 879.45 feet to a point on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405 and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South 27° 22' 11 "West, 139.12 feet;
THENCE South 77° 58' 09" East, 48.63 feet to the Westerly right-of-way margin of SR-405 and
the terminus of the described line.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margin.
C. Transmission Line Easement Area for each of three (3) separate "H-Frarne" wood pole lines,
each such easement area being sixty (60) feet in width having thirty (30) feet of such width on
each side of three separate centerlines described as follows:
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EASEMENT Cl
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W. M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, 60 feet in width, lying 30 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 22° 00' 58" East, 1116.15 feet to a point on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405 and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE North 87°13' 01" West, 309.11 feet;
THENCE North 38°16' 46" East, 60.00 feet;
THENCE South 38° 16' 46" West, 60.00 feet;
THENCE South 87° 54' 37" West, 63.00 feet;
THENCE North 87° 54' 37" East, 63.00 feet;
THENCE South 41° 09' 03" West, 333.60 feet;
THENCE South 53° 31' 58" West, 59.45 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the terminus of the described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTC2
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip ofland, 60 feet in width, lying 30 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comerofsaid Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89' 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South J 9° 31' 49" East, 1150.29 feet to a point on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405 and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE North 87° 25' 28" West, 254.58 feet;
THENCE North 42° 54' 41" East 63.00 feet;
THENCE South 42' 54' 41" West, 63.00 feet;
THENCE North 88° 45' 13" West, 78.00 feet;
THENCE South 88° 45' 13" East, 78.00 feet;
THENCE South 39° 19' 23" West, 335.04 feet;
THENCE North 78° 44' 10" West, 75.00 feet;
THENCE South 78° 44' 10" East, 75.00 feet;
THENCE South 35° 43' 16" West, 62.50 feet;
THENCE South 09° 54' 39" East, 163.78 feel to a point on the Northwesterly right-of-way margin
ofSR-405 and the terminus of the described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTC3
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip ofland, 60 feet in width, lying 30 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comerof said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' I 6" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 06° 35' 30" West, 1412.87 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE North 64° 20' 48" East, 473.39 feet;
THENCE South 87° 25' 28" East, 30.42 feet to a point on the Westerly right-of-way margin of SR-
405 and the terminus of the described line.
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EXCEPT any portion thereoflying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-way of SR-405.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
D. Distribution Line Easement Area for four (4) separate single wood pole lines, two (2) along
Talbot Road. Two (2) running east and west, each such easement area being ten (10) feet in width
having five (5) feet of such width on each side of four (4) separate centerlines described as
follows:
EASEMENTD1
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, 10 feet in width, lying 5 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 44' 19' 22" West, 408.98 feet to a point on the Southerly right-of-way margin of
South Grady Way and the POfNT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South 10° 12' 53" East, 53.88 feet;
THENCE South 17° 16' 55" East, 201.48 feet;
THENCE South 17° 08' 15" East, 212.61 feet;
THENCE South 01' 25' 01" East, 37.69 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a SR-515, and the terminus of the described line.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTD2
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, IO feet in width, lying 5 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comerof said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 43° 38' 53" West, 384.49 feet to a point on the Southerly right-of-way margin of
South Grady Way and the POfNT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South 15' 59' 24" East, 108.09 feet;
THENCE South 13°44' 58" East, 233.71 feet;
THENCE South 23' 3 l' 44" East, 146.98 feet;
THENCE South 04°23' 10" West, 241.94 feet;
THENCE South 07° 11' 23" West, 36.60 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the terminus of the described line.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to tenninate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTD3
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip ofland, 10 feet in width, lying 5 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section I 9, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 08° 14' 46" West, 995.62 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
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E.
F.
THENCE Nonh 85° 44' 29" East, 480.65 feet;
THENCE Nonh 47° 10' 13" East, 219.08 feet to the tenninus of the described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereoflying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to tenninate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTD4
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 Wonh, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Nonhwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 Nonh, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, IO feet in width, lying 5 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Nonheast comer of said Section 19, from which point the Nonh quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears Nonh 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 39° 38' 55" East, 879.45 feet to a point on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405;
THENCE South 27° 20' 32" West, 11.32 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE Nonh 50° 27' 45" West, 67.83 feet to the tenninus of the described line.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to tenninate
at the described right-of-way margin.
Fiber Optic Line Easement Area:
EASEMENTE
All that portion of the Nonheast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Nonhwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 Nonh, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip ofland, JO feet in width, lying 5 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 34° 37' 13" West, 199.08 feet to a point on the Southerly right-of-way margin of
South Grady Way and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South 41° 33' 32" West, 156.90 feet;
THENCE South 10° 20' 52" West, 102.55 feet to the tenninus of the described line.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to tenninate
at the described right-of-way margin.
Road Frontage Easement:
EASEMENTF
All that portion of the Southwest quarter of Section 17, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
the Nonheast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., and of the
Nonhwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W .M., City of Renton, King
County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land 15 feet in width, the Nonherly boundary of which is coincident with the Southerly
margin of South Grady Way; a strip ofland 15 feet in width, the Westerly boundary of which is
coincident with the Easterly margin of Talbot Road; a strip ofland 15 feet in width, the Easterly
boundary of which is coincident with the Westerly margin of Benson Road; and a strip ofland 15
feet in width, the Westerly boundary of which is coincident with the Easterly margin of Benson
Road.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to tenninate at the boundaries of the
grantor's property.
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1. Purpose. Grantee shall have the right to operate, maintain, repair, replace, improve, remove,
enlarge and use one or more electric transmission and/or distribution systems over and/or under the
Easement Areas, together with all necessary or convenient appurtenances thereto, which said systems may
include but are not limited to the following:
a. Overhead facilities. Poles and/or towers with crossarms, braces, guys and anchors;
electric transmission and distribution lines; fiber optic cable, communication and signal lines and
transformers.
b. Underground facilities. Underground conduits, cables, vaults, manholes, switches and
transformers; semi-buried or ground mounted facilities such as pads, transformers and switches; fiber optic
cable, communication and signal lines.
Following the initial construction of all or a portion of its systems, Grantee may, from time to
time, construct such additional facilities as it may require for its systems subject to the limitations set forth
below and in no event constructed in such a way place or manner so as to impair Grantor 1 s use of the
Property consistent with the language set forth in paragraph number 5 below.
2. Access. Following forty-eight (48) hours prior notice, save and except emergency circumstances
(at which time Grantee may immediately access the Easement Areas), Grantee shall have the right of access
to the Easement Areas over and across the Property to enable Grantee to reasonably exercise its rights
hereunder. Grantee shall repair or compensate Grantor for all damage to the Property, including any
damage to Grantor's inventory, improvements, parking areas, landscaping, equipment, other items of
personal property, roads) crops, driveways and fences caused by the exercise of such right of access.
3. Easement Area Clearing and Maintenance. Following forty-eight (48) hours prior written
notice, and Grantor's consent, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed,
Grantee shall have the right to cut, remove and dispose of any and all brush, trees and other vegetation
presently existing upon the Easement Area and which impairs the use of Grantee's system constructed
within the Easement Areas, Grantee shall also have the right to control, on a continuing basis and by any
prudent and reasonable means, the establishment and growth of bush, trees and other vegetation upon the
Easement Area which could, in the reasonable opinion of Grantee, reasonably interfere with the exercise of
Grantee's rights herein or create a hazard to Grantee's systems. Grantor's landscaping shall not be damaged,
(or if damaged, shall be restored by Grantee, to Grantor's satisfaction), unless and except to the extent that
such landscaping could, in Grantee's reasonable judgment, substantially interfere with or create a hazard to
Grantee's systems.
4. Trees Outside Easement Area. So long as not in violation of any applicable law, and following
Grantor's prior written approval which approval will not be unreasonably conditioned, withheld or delayed,
Grantee shall have the right to cut, trim, remove and dispose of any trees located on the Property outside
the Easement Areas which could, in Grantee's reasonable judgment, substantially interfere with or create a
hazard to Grantee's systems. Grantor shall be entitled to compensation for trees cut, trimmed, removed or
disposed of, including the actual market value of merchantable timber (if any) cut and removed from the
Property by Grantee. Grantor's landscaping shall not be damaged, (or if damaged, shall be restored by
Grantee to Grantor's satisfaction) unless and except to the extent that such landscaping could, in Grantee's
reasonable judgment, substantially interfere with or create a hazard to Grantee's systems
5. Grantor's Use of Easement Area. Grantor reserves the right to use the Easement Areas for any
purpose not inconsistent with the rights herein granted, provided, that Grantor shall not construct or
maintain any buildings, on the Easement Areas and Grantor shall do no blasting within 300 feet of
Grantee's systems without Grantee's prior written consent. Subject to the foregoing, Grantee has Grantor's
consent to use the Easement Areas for uses relating to commercial parking lots or auto sales lots, including
landscaping (not more than fifteen (15) feet high) asphalt and concrete and other similar types of materials
(provided Grantee may cut and patch the same at Grantee's cost) and constructing non-metalic kiosk-type
sitting areas substantially similar to the non-metalic kiosk-type sitting area illustrated at Exhibit C attached
hereto (not more than 12 feet high) and incorporated herein by reference.
6. Indemnity. Grantee agrees to indemnify Grantor from and against all liability incurred by
Grantor as a result of the negligence or willful acts of Grantee or its, and employees, but nothing herein
shall require Grantee to indemnify Grantor for that portion of any such liability judicially determined by a
court of competent jurisdiction to be attributable to the negligence or willful acts of Grantor
7. Abandonment. The rights herein granted to Grantee shall continue until such time as Grantee
ceases to use any or all the Easement Areas for a period often (JO) successive years, in which event said
Easement Areas shall immediately self-terminate and all rights hereunder shall revert to Grantor, providing
the remaining portions of the easement areas which are or have been used within said ten years are not
terminated.
8. Suceesson and Assigns. Grantee shall have the right to assign a portion or otherwise transfer any
or all of its rights, benefits, privileges and interests arising in and under this Easement. Without limiting
the generality of the foregoing, the rights and obligations of the parties shall inure to the benefit of and be
binding upon their respective successors and assigns .
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9. Stanchion Radius. Grantor expressly reserves the right to pave and/or asphalt within a radius of
five (5) feet from any stanchion, pole, tower, brace, guy, anchor, etc. Grantor's paving and/or asphalting
shall not impair Grantee's ability to use the Easement Areas for the purposes set forth herein.
IO. Grantee's Construction or New Underground Utility Lines. From and after the recordation
date of this Easement, Grantee may not lay, install or construct a new underground utility line, of any type,
within the Easement Areas, without Grantor's prior written approval, which approval shall not be
unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed. Further, Grantee may not take any action not expressly
granted herein which impacts in any way Grantor's development and use of the Property.
11. Notice. All notices required or permitted to be given hereunder shall be in writing and shall be
personally delivered, sent by U.S. certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, telecopy or by
overnight courier service, addressed as set forth below:
(a) All notices to be given to Grantee shall be addressed as follows:
Puget Sound Energy
One Bellevue Center
411 -108th Ave. N.E.
Bellevue, WA 98004
Attn: Manager Real Estate
Telefax: (425) 462-3519
(b) All notices to be given to Grantor shall be addressed as follows:
Puget Western, Inc.
19515 North Creek Parkway, Suite 310
Bothell, WA 98011
Attn: President
Telefax: (425) 487-6565
Either party hereto may, by proper notice to the other, designate such other address for the giving
of notices as deemed necessary. All notices shall be deemed given on the day each such notice is
personally delivered, transmitted by telecopy (with evidence of receipt) or delivered by overnight courier
service, or on the third day following the day such notice is mailed if mailed in accordance with this
section. Failure to deliver a copy of a notice to a "copy" party shall not effect the validity of such notice, as
such copies are for the convenience of the parties only.
Dated this J 5 4 d'ay of December, 1998.
GRANTOR
ITS President
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On this day personally appeared before me R. B. Boyd, to me known to be the President of Puget Western,
Inc._ the entity that executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged the said instrument to be the free
and voluntary act and deed of said entity, for the uses and purposes therein mentioned, and on oath stated
that he was authorized to execute the said instrument and that the seal affixed is the corporate seal of said
corporation.
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EXHIBIT "A"
Order No. 380714-5K
DESCRIPTION:
PARCEL A:
THAT PORTION OF GOVERNMENT LOT 10 IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER
OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M., IN
KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING AT A POINT WHICH IS 445.3 FEET EAST OF THE
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST
QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 17;
THENCE NORTH 150 FEET;
THENCE WEST 57.3 FEET;
THENCE NORTH TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SOUTH GRADY WAY;
THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID ROAD TO THE SOUTH LINE OF
SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER;
THENCE EAST TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
PARCEL B:
THAT PORTION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST
QUARTER OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST,
W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, LYING SOUTHERLY OF THE
SOUTH LINE OF WALSWORTH'S FIRST ADDITION TO RENTON,
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 6 OF PLATS,
PAGE 23, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AND EASTERLY OF
THE EASTERLY LINE OF TALBOT ROAD SOUTH.
PARCEL C:
THAT PORTION OF GOVERNMENT LOT 10, SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 23
NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AND
OF GOVERNMENT LOT l, SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 5
EAST, W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, DESCRIBED AS
FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT 1 AT A
POINT 528.00 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID
GOVERNMENT LOT l;
THENCE NORTH 53.00 FEET;
THENCE WEST PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID GOVERNMENT
LOT 10, A DISTANCE OF 232.46 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE EAST
LINE OF A TRACT OF LAND DEEDED TO PUGET SOUND TRACTION,
LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY BY DEED RECORDED UNDER KING COUNTY
RECORDING NO. 817107, WHICH LINE IS PARALLEL WITH AND 445.30
FEET EAST OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTIONS 17 AND 20;
THENCE SOUTH ALONG SAID EAST LINE 313 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO
THE NORTH LINE OF A TRACT OF LAND DEEDED TO RENTON CO-
OPERATIVE COAL COMPANY BY DEED RECORDED DECEMBER 26, 1900
UNDER KING COUNTY RECORDING NO. 200930;
THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID NORTH LINE TO THE WEST LINE OF
THE EAST 528.00 FEET OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT l;
THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID WEST LINE 260 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO
THE POINT OF BEGINNING;
EXCEPT PORTION THEREOF LYING WITHIN MAIN AVENUE SOUTH
(BENSON ROAD SOUTH) AS DESCRIBED IN DEED RECORDED UNDER
RECORDING NO. 2827715.
Easemenl-PSE (111798).doc . 9.
EXHIBIT "A"
PARCEL D:
THAT PORTION OF GOVERNMENT LOTS 1 AND 2, SECTION 20,
TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M., IN KING COUNTY,
WASHINGTON LYING WESTERLY AND NORTHERLY OF PRIMARY STATE
HIGHWAY NO. 1, AS CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF WASHINGTON BY
DEEBS RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NOS. 5732439 AND 4924770;
EXCEPT ANY PORTION THEREOF LYING WITHIN THE FOLLOWING
DESCRIBED PARCEL:
THAT PORTION OF GOVERNMENT LOT 10, SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 23
NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AND
OF GOVERNMENT LOT 1, SAID SECTION 20, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING ON THE NORTH LIEN OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT 1 AT A
POINT 528.00 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID
GOVERNMENT LOT l;
THENCE NORTH 53.00 FEET;
THENCE WEST PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID GOVERNMENT
LOT 10, A DISTANCE OF 232.46 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE EAST
LINE OF A TRACT OF LAND DEEDED TO PUGET SOUND TRACTION,
LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY BY DEED RECORDED UNDER
KING COUNTY RECORDING NO. 817107, WHICH LINE IS PARALLEL
WITH AND 445.30 FEET EAST F THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTIONS
17 AND 20;
THENCE SOUTH ALONG SAID EAST LINE 313 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO
THE NORTH LINE OF A TRACT OF LAND DEEDED TO RENTON CO-
OPERATIVE COAL COMPANY BY DEED RECORDED DECEMBER 26, 1908
UNDER KING COUNTY RECORDING NO. 200930;
THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID NORTH LINE TO THE WEST LINE OF
THE EAST 528.00 FEET OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT l;
THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID WEST LINE 260 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO
THE POINT OF BEGINNING;
ALSO EXCEPT PORTIONS THEREOF LYING WITHIN BENSON ROAD SOUTH
AND SOUTH GRADY WAY;
AND EXCEPT PORTION THEREOF LYING EASTERLY OF BENSON ROAD
SOUTH.
PARCEL E:
THOSE PORTIONS OF BLOCKS l AND 2, INCLUDING THE UNNUMBERED
TRACTS ADJOINING THE LOTS IN BLOCK 1, WALSWORTH'S FIRST
ADDITION TO RENTON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED
IN VOLUME 6 OF PLATS, PAGE 23, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY,
WASHINGTON, LYING SOUTHERLY OF SOUTH GRADY WAY AND
NORTHEASTERLY OF TALBOT ROAD SOUTH;
TOGETHER WITH THOSE PORTIONS OF BURNETT AVENUE SOUTH AND
SOUTH 8TH AVENUE VACATED BY CITY OF RENTON ORDINANCE NO.
2850, WHICH ATTACHED THERETO BY OPERATION OF LAW.
PARCEL F:
THAT PORTION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST
QUARTER OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST,
W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, LYING EASTERLY OF TALBOT
ROAD SOUTH AND LYING NORTHERLY OF PRIMARY STATE HIGHWAY NO.
1, AS CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF WASHINGTON BY DEED RECORDED
UNDER RECORDING NO. 5754046.
(CONTINUED)
Easement• PSE (111798).doc • 10 •
EXHJBIT"A"
DESCRIPTION CONT.
ORDER NO. 380714
PARCEL G:
THAT PORTION OF GOVERNMENT LOT l, SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 23
NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, LYING
WESTERLY AND NORTHERLY OF PRIMARY STATE HIGHWAY NO. 1, AS
CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF WASHINGTON BY DEEDS RECORDED UNDER
RECORDING NUMBERS 5732439 AND 4924770;
EXCEPT PORTION THEREOF LYING WESTERLY OF THE EASTERLY MARGIN
OF BENSON ROAD SOUTH:
AND EXCEPT ANY PORTION THEREOF LYING WITHIN THE FOLLOWING:
BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EASTERLY MARGIN OF THE JOHN F.
BENSON COUNTY ROAD (BENSON ROAD SOUTH) WHICH IS SOUTH
25°44'34" EAST 934.11 FEET FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID
GOVERNMENT LOT l;
THENCE SOUTH 0°38' WEST 369.61 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF
BEGINNING;
THENCE SOUTH 0°38' WEST 109.14 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE
SOUTH LINE OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT l;
THENCE SOUTH 88°55' WEST 183.03 FEET TO THE EASTERLY MARGIN
OF SAID JOHN F. BENSON COUNTY ROAD;
THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG SAID ROAD, 113.23 FEET;
THENCE NORTH 88°55' EAST 157.24 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF
BEGINNING.
ALL SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF KING, STATE OF WASHINGTON.
Easement-PSE (I I 179R).doc -11 -
EXHIBIT "B"
EASEMENT EXHIBIT
I
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Easement~ PSE ( I t 1798).doc • 12 •
Printed: 11-06-2007
Payment Made:
CITY OF RENTON
1055 S. Grady Way
Renton, WA 98055
Land Use Actions
RECEIPT
Permit#: LUA07 -07 4
Receipt Number:
Total Payment:
11 /0612007 04:06 PM
500.00 Payee: PSE -Jeff McMeekin
Current Payment Made to the Following Items:
Trans Account Code Description Amount
5022 000.345.81.00.0019 Variance Fees 500.00
Payments made for this receipt
Trans Method Description Amount
Payment Credit C MC Master Card
Account Balances
Trans Account Code Description
3021 303.000.00.345.85 Park Mitigation Fee
5006 000.345.81.00.0002 Annexation Fees
5007 000.345.81.00.0003 Appeals/Waivers
5008 000.345.81.00.0004 Binding Site/Short Plat
5009 000.345.81.00.0006 Conditional Use Fees
5010 000.345.81.00.0007 Environmental Review
5011 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
5017 000.345.81.00.0014 Rezone
5018 000.345.81.00.0015 Routine Vegetation Mgmt
5019 000.345.81.00.0016 Shoreline Subst Dev
5020 000.345.81.00.0017 Site Plan Approval
5021 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
5036 000.345.81.00.0005 Comprehensive Plan Amend
5909 000.341.60.00.0024 Booklets/EIS/Copies
5941 000.341.50.00.0000 Maps (Taxable)
5954 650.237.00.00.0000 Special Deposits
5955 000.05.519.90.42.l Postage
5998 000.231.70.00.0000 Tax
Remaining Balance Due: $0.00
500.00
Balance Due
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00
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NOV -G 200?
R0705995
1 _ .. ,ed: 07-19-2007
Payment Made:
CITY OF RENTON
1055 S. Grady Way
Renton, WA 98055
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Land Use Actions
RECEIPT
Permit#: LUA07-074
07/19/2007 10:52 AM Receipt Number: R0703696
Total Payment: 1,000.00 Payee: PUGET SOUND ENERGY
Current Payment Made to the Following Items:
Trans Account Code Description Amount
5010 000.345.81.00.0007 Environmental Review 1,000.00
Payments made for this receipt
Trans Method Description Amount
Payment Check #0060807 1,000.00
Account Balances
Trans Account Code Description Balance Due
3021 303.000.00.345.85 Park Mitigation Fee
5006 000.345.81.00.0002 Annexation Fees
5007 000.345.81.00.0003 Appeals/Waivers
5008 000.345.81.00.0004 Binding Site/Short Plat
5009 000.345.81.00.0006 Conditional Use Fees
5010 000.345.81.00.0007 Environmental Review
5011 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
5017 000.345.81.00.0014 Rezone
5018 000.345.81.00.0015 Routine Vegetation Mgmt
5019 000.345.81.00.0016 Shoreline Subst Dev
5020 000.345.81.00.0017 Site Plan Approval
5021 000.345.81.00.0018 Temp Use or Fence Review
5022 000.345.81.00.0019 Variance Fees
5024 000.345.81.00.0024 Conditional Approval Fee
5036 000.345.81.00.0005 Comprehensive Plan Amend
5909 000.341.60.00.0024 Booklets/EIS/Copies
5941 000.341.50.00.0000 Maps (Taxable)
5954 650.237.00.00.0000 Special Deposits
S955 000.05.519.90.42.l Postage
,98 000.231.70.00.0000 Tax
Remaining Balance Due: $0.00
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PSE 1-405 project
Andrea Petzel -Re: PSE 1-405 1
From:
To:
Date:
Subject:
CC:
Andrea Petzel
Botha, Celeste; 'McMeekin, Jeff J'
08/21/2007 4: 14 PM
Re: PSE l-405 project
Gage', 'Jon; McKinney', 'Jason
ject
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Celeste,
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Thanks for your email. A lot is going to depend on the information I requested in the letter to Jeff, knowing the exact size and
location of the new poles and those that will be replaced. I'm afraid I can't tell you if you need a variance or not until I have that
information. Like I've said before, I'm less concerned about the wetland impacts, because those will be mitigated through the
bank. It's the STREAM impacts that could require a variance. Everything depends on where those poles will be located.
Thank you for keeping me updated on the impacts to the wetland and stream activities. The City requires information on the
extent of the impacts, as well as a restoration plan, maintenance and monitoring. That will be folded into the rest of the process
and we can discuss that as well. I understand that you are under a very tight timeframe to get this work accomplished and I
assure you I will do everything possible to see that this project is processed as quickly as possible. However, I cannot make
recommendations on projects that impact Renton's critical areas without complete and accurate information.
I appreciate your cooperation and look forward to meeting with you next week.
Andrea
Andrea Petzel, Planner
City of Renton -Development Services Division
Renton City Hall -6th Floor
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
425-430-7270
apetzel@ci.renton.wa._u_s
>>> "Celeste Botha" <wps@isp.com> 08/21/07 3:41 PM>>>
Hi Andrea -
As Jeff informed you last week, to our chagrin, once the crews cleared the blackberries in their efforts to expose the old access
roads and to stake the proposed structure locations upslope (east) of 1-405, we discovered wetland and stream areas. We will
revise our wetland and stream analysis report to include these areas and PSE will provide restoration of temporary stream buffer,
wetland and wetland buffer impacts in these areas in place.
We are working with WSDOT to coordinate our approach for mitigation of PSE's permanent stream buffer impacts to Thunder Hills
Creek west of 1-405, and WSDOT's own permanent impacts east of 1-405. Mitigation for these permanent stream buffer impacts,
i.e. buffer enhancement, will occur within WSDOT's ROWS just east of the 1-405 construction zone. Additional permanent stream
buffer impacts resulting from restoring PS E's access roads east of 1-405 will be mitigated within this area as well. PSE has hired
DEA (who is doing their stream buffer mitigation planning) to integrate our mitigation adjacent to theirs, outside of the WSDOT
ROW and within our corridor. All proposed buffer enhancement will occur in areas where the buffers can be fenced off to provide
permanent protection, which will result in a very nice improvement to the area. Jonathan Gage from DEA and I are working
together on preparing the mitigation plan to address all of PSE's stream buffer mitigation, both for temporary and permanent
impacts. DEA will also help us with the wetland and wetland buffer restoration plans for the temporary impact areas discussed
above.
Some minor additional permanent wetland and wetland buffer impacts will also occur as a result of new structures and access
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roads within this area east of 1-405 and W IT has agreed to add those numbers int ir mitigation bank. We are working up
these additional area calculations today so WSDOT can provide you with the letter you've been expecting that includes all of
PS E's permanent wetland and wetland buffer mitigation both east and west of 1-405.
SO, the bottom line is, PSE will provide mitigation for all temporary and permanent impacts to wetlands and both wetland and
stream buffers!I Therefore, I am assuming that we will no longer require a variance. If this assumption is correct, I am also
assuming that that would reduce our permit review time. Please confirm whether or not these assumptions are, in fact, correct.
We are trying to pull together a clear and concise presentation for you to help you understand what PSE needs to do, why, and by
when. We hope to schedule the presentation for late next week and will request your availability when we are clearer about our
own.
Thanks for all of your help and patience.
Sincerely, Celeste Botha, Wetland Permitting Services
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August I 0, 2007
JeffMcMeekin
Puget Sound Energy
PO Box 97034 /EST-II W
Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
CITY 1F RENTON
Planning/Building/Public Works Department
Gregg Zimmerman P.E., Administrator
Subject: Second Notice of Incomplete Application -PSE Transmission Line
Dear Mr. McMeekin:
Per our email exchanges and phone conversations the following additional information is
required in order to begin processing your application. Please submit the following
information:
I. The plan sheets that were submitted are inconsistent with the information that is
in the wetland/stream report. It appears that this project will encompass 29 poles,
where there once were only 18. Please submit plan sheets that clearly indicate the
difference between new poles and replacement poles. It is important to have this
very clearly delineated on a plan sheet so as to accurately assess the difference in
impacts between the new poles and guy wires and ones that are simply to be
replaced. Replacement poles in a critical area require an exemption. New poles
in a critical area require a variance.
2. Please provide a calculation for the size of the poles ( circumference, building pad,
etc.) in the critical areas. The height is listed at 125 feet, but there is no indication
of the circumference of the poles, or ifthere is an associated building pad. Please
provide an accurate calculation of the square footage (replacement and new) of
the poles and wires that will be in the wetlands, wetland buffer and stream buffer.
3. The letter from WSDOT noted in the Wetland Report stating that all wetland and
wetland buffer impacts will be mitigated through credits from the Springbrook
Wetland Mitigation Bank; and
4. It appears that new impacts are proposed to the stream buffer. If new impacts to a
stream buffer are proposed, then 5 copies of a stream buffer mitigation plan are
required. If not, please submit a revised site plan with the poles out of the stream
buffer. If no new impacts are proposed because the project would replace an
existing power pole in the same location, then we can process your proposal as an
exemption from the City's critical areas regulations. New poles in a critical area . . reqmre a variance.
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Even though the stream buffer might already be degraded in some places, i.e.
surrounded by concrete, the stream study needs to provide an in-depth discussion
of the site conditions within the 75-foot buffer. Wherever there is a new pole
proposed, please provide a description of the site. Based on the site conditions,
mitigation may be required.
This information will complete your application materials and I will then have enough
information to determine if a variance is necessary or if you project can be process as an
exemption from our critical areas regulations. Feel free to contact me at ( 425) 430-7270
with any questions.
Sincerely,
Associate Planner
cc: Celesta Botha, Wetland Permitting Services
Mike Dotson, Plan Revi~w Specialist
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Andrea Petzel
McMeekin, Jeff J
08/09/2007 11:36 AM
Re: FW: Revisions
Botha, Celeste
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I'm going to pull together a list of comments by this afternoon/tomorrow morning and I will send that to you. The color didn't
come through on the attachements, but I understand what you are saying. However, according to these drawings the new
structures still appear to be in the buffer.
Again, I'll get a letter to you by tomorrow morning.
Andrea
Andrea Petzel, Planner
City of Renton • Development Services Division
Renton City Hall -6th Floor
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
425-430-7270
a petzel@ci. renton. wa .JJ.,
>>> "McMeekin, Jeff J" <jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com> 08/09/07 7:23 AM>>>
Andrea,
Attached is a letter and black & white plan revision for Talbot Hill
work, the plans in the mail are in color.
We would like to know as soon as possible what your thoughts are on this
and your findings regarding the concrete flume.
Thank you.
Jeff
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Ms. Andrea Petzel, Planner
Development Services Division
Renton City Hall -6'h Floor
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, Washington 98055
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t,.UG \ o 2007
RECEIVEO
RE: Critical Areas Exemption for Talbot Hill-O'brien #3 Transmission Pole
For Permit# LUA07-074
Dear Ms. Petzel:
Enclosed are the revisions to the Talbot Hill drawings for the above referenced project.
We believe the revisions will qualify us for a critical areas exemption.
There are three structures of concern:
• Starting at the north and represented with a green line, we redesigned the 230 kV
outside (east) of the stream buffer.
• The next structure down with a blue dashed line, we will be removing a structure
that is currently well inside of the stream buffer. The structure to replace this will
be installed to the east and outside of the stream buffer.
• The next structure to the south, shown with a red line will be a replacement in
place and is just outside (east) of the stream buffer. We propose to take one
structure down and replace it in place with another structure.
As I mentioned to you on the phone earlier this week, we would appreciate an
opportunity to take you to the site and further explain the project's complexity. Please
call me at (425) 462-3824 or email me atjeff.mcmeekin@pse.com to discuss this in
further detail. Thank you for your consideration.
Si?irely,
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Andrea Petzel -RE: questions about PSE's wetland/stream mitigation needs
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Andrea,
"Hanson, Allison" <HansonA@wsdot.wa.gov>
"Andrea Petzel" <APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us>
08/09/2007 7:32 AM
RE: questions about PSE's wetland/stream mitigation needs
"Jennifer Henning" <Jhenning@ci.renton.wa.us>
Page I oL
The wetland credits from the bank would mitigate for the wetland and wetland buffer impacts to meet the City's requirements.
However, the credit debit total would be dependent upon the category and acreage of the impacted wetland. For our Renton
Nickel project, we debited credits from the bank and that covered our wetland and wetland buffer mitigation for the City -we did
not do any on-site buffer mitigation. Since we have credits linked to the acreage of impacted wetland, and we have the 9 acres of
buffer at the bank, we covered the City's needs for wetland and buffer mitigation by debiting the credits at the bank. If the City
requires wetland buffer mitigation, and we would not have created buffers at the bank site, I could understand that the City would
request on-site mitigation.
The next steps for us would be to have PSE obtain the permit from the City, which would include the amount of credits to be
debited from the bank based on the amount of wetland impact. Once the permit is issued, we would send the City a copy of our
WSDOT ledger which shows the debit for PSE. In order to debit the credits from the bank, we need the permit number. So, for
example, you could include in your permit a provision that we will provide a copy of the bank ledger showing the debited credits
within 30 days of permit issuance.
I need to get the stream mitigation impact numbers from PSE, because I also do not know what the final impact numbers are.
Please let me know if the wetland mitigation issue is resolved so that I can follow up with PSE and get the credit numbers
calculated.
Thank you, Allison
From: Andrea Petzel [mailto:APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us]
Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 11:33 AM
To: Hanson, Allison
Cc: Jennifer Henning
Subject: Re: questions about PSE's wetland/stream mitigation needs
Allison,
It is my understanding that there are credits available to use from the wetland mitigation bank. I need a letter from you, or
somebody else who is authorized, to state the number of credits that will be used to mitigate the impacts for the poles/wires.
What I infer from your email is that the bank will cover the direct impacts to the wetland, but not the buffer mitigation. If this
isn't included in the bank credits then PSE needs to provide a mitigation plan for the buffer impacts.
As for the stream impacts, yes, that is part of our critical areas ordinance and it's staff discretion DEPENDING on the exact nature
of the impacts. Usually we require a 1: 1 ratio. I have conflicting reports that impacts are/are not outside of the stream buffer so
I'm waiting for a revised plan from PSE. The stream has a 75-foot buffer and impacts will need to be mitigated. I realize there
are some parts that are very urban, and there might not be a lot of mitigation possible, but I can't put the project through
environmental review for a decision until I have a complete picture of the potential impacts. Based on the information that I get
the project may need a critical areas variance.
Please call if you need additional information 425-430-7270.
Andrea
Andrea Petzel, Planner
City of Renton -Development Services Division
Renton City Hall -6th Floor
1055 South Grady Way
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>>> "Hanson, Allison" <HansonA@wsdot.wa.gov> 08/08/07 7:21 AM >>>
Andrea,
Page 2 of'.
I left you a voicemail message yesterday regarding the conversations you have had with Jeff McMeekin at PSE about their needed
mitigation requirements. I am working with PSE because their relocation is occurring due to one of our 405 projects, and they are
going to be using some of our credits from the Springbrook Bank. But, because they did not work on the Bank project, I am helping
them to work through the process.
For the permanent wetland impacts, we intend to debit credits from Springbrook Bank to allow PSE to mitigate for those impacts.
At the Bank site, we have approximately 9 acres of non-credit generating buffers that were created. Since we created buffers at
the Bank site, won't the credits that we debit from the Bank cover both their wetland and wetland buffer impacts for the project?
We used credits from the Bank to mitigate for another recent WSDOT project in Renton, and our wetland impacts were mitigated
for by debiting the appropriate amount of credits from the bank based on the acreage of permanent wetland impact -we did not do
on-site buffer mitigation.
Also, I heard from staff that PSE would need to do on-site stream buffer mitigation. Is that requirement from your critical areas
ordinance? If so, what is the requirement -for example, a 1: 1 ratio for impacts and mitigation?
Thanks so much for your help, this info will be very useful in helping me to work with PSE.
Thanks much,
Allison Hanson
UCO -Deputy Director, Environmental Services
206.716.1136
hansona@wsdotwa.gov
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Andrea Petzel -Re: questions about PSE's wetland/stream mitigation needs
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Allison,
Andrea Petzel
Hanson, Allison
08/08/2007 11:33 AM
Re: questions about PSE's wetland/stream mitigation needs
Jennifer Henning
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It is my understanding that there are credits available to use from the wetland mitigation bank. I need a letter from you, or
somebody else who is authorized, to state the number of credits that will be used to mitigate the impacts for the poles/wires.
What I infer from your email is that the bank will cover the direct impacts to the wetland, but not the buffer mitigation. If this
isn't included in the bank credits then PSE needs to provide a mitigation plan for the buffer impacts.
As for the stream impacts, yes, that is part of our critical areas ordinance and it's staff discretion DEPENDING on the exact nature
of the impacts. Usually we require a 1: 1 ratio. I have conflicting reports that impacts are/are not outside of the stream buffer so
I'm waiting for a revised plan from PSE. The stream has a 75-foot buffer and impacts will need to be mitigated. I realize there
are some parts that are very urban, and there might not be a lot of mitigation possible, but I can't put the project through
environmental review for a decision until I have a complete picture of the potential impacts. Based on the information that I get
the project may need a critical areas variance.
Please call if you need additional information 425-430-7270.
Andrea
Andrea Petzel, Planner
City of Renton -Development Services Division
Renton City Hall -6th Floor
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
425-430-7270
apet,:el@ci,renton.wa.us
> > > "Hanson, Allison" <HansonA@wsdot.wa.gov> 08/08/07 7:21 AM > > >
Andrea,
I left you a voicemail message yesterday regarding the conversations you have had with Jeff McMeekin at PSE about their needed
mitigation requirements. I am working with PSE because their relocation is occurring due to one of our 405 projects, and they are
going to be using some of our credits from the Springbrook Bank. But, because they did not work on the Bank project, I am helping
them to work through the process.
For the permanent wetland impacts, we intend to debit credits from Springbrook Bank to allow PSE to mitigate for those impacts.
At the Bank site, we have approximately 9 acres of non-credit generating buffers that were created. Since we created buffers at
the Bank site, won't the credits that we debit from the Bank cover both their wetland and wetland buffer impacts for the project?
We used credits from the Bank to mitigate for another recent WSDOT project in Renton, and our wetland impacts were mitigated
for by debiting the appropriate amount of credits from the bank based on the acreage of permanent wetland impact -we did not do
on-site buffer mitigation.
Also, I heard from staff that PSE would need to do on-site stream buffer mitigation. Is that requirement from your critical areas
ordinance? If so, what is the requirement -for example, a 1 :1 ratio for impacts and mitigation?
Thanks so much for your help, this info will be very useful in helping me to work with PSE.
Thanks much,
Allison Hanson
UCO -Deputy Director, Environmental Services
206.716.1136
hansona@wsdot.wa.gov
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Andrea Petzel -Re: FW: Critica eas Exemption Request
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Jeff,
Andrea Petzel
McMeekin, Jeff J
08/06/2007 1: 17 PM
Re: FW: Critical Areas Exemption Request
Page 1 of 1
I reviewed your letter and it does not appear that this project qualifies for a critical areas exemption. You are removing 18 poles
and replacing 29 poles, so this is a material expansion, and although I'm having some difficulty reading your plan sheets, it looks
like you are proposing to increase the number of poles in several locations within the stream buffer.
On a separate note, although the creek may be in an artificial channel, it is not culverted. It is considered (per our maps) a
category 3 stream with a 75' buffer. Increasing the number of poles in a buffer here, or anyplace else, will require a critical areas
variance.
I'm still waiting for your mitigation plan for the wetlands, but as that's going to be taken care of through W5DOT, it's really the
impacts to the stream I'm concerned about. Give me a call to discuss this, and where you are with the mitigation letter.
Thanks,
Andrea
You are within the 75' buffer of Thunder Hills creek, in both sections, and therefore a stream mitigation plan is required
Andrea Petzel, Planner
City of Renton -Development Services Division
Renton City Hall -6th Floor
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
425-430-7270
ilJJ_~tzel@ci.renton .wa. us
>>> "McMeekin, Jeff J" <jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com> 08/02/07 8:38 AM >>>
Andrea,
Attached is a request for your approval. Please let me know if you have
any questions.
Thank you,
Jeff
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Ms. Andrea Petzel, Planner
Development Services Division
Renton City Hall -6'h Floor
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, Washington 98055
RE: Critical Areas Exemption for Talbot Hill-O'brien #3 Transmission Pole
For Permit# LUA0?-074
Dear Ms. Petzel:
In support of the Washington State Department of Transportation Interstate 405 widening
project, Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is being required to relocate a number of transmission
poles to accommodate the road widening. After reviewing Renton Municipal Code 1 2
(RMC), it is my understanding that PSE's proposed transmission pole relocations located
in the buffer of Thunder Hills Creek is considered exempt activity. Thunder Hills Creek
is a Class 3 stream in the City of Renton with a 75-foot buffer.
On the east edge of the stream buffer, approximately 75-feet from the ordinary high water
mark, pole 0/11 on the Talbot-Metro Renton line will be replaced in approximately the
same vicinity as it exists today. Since we are replacing one structure with another similar
structure in the same approximate area we will not exceed the existing improved area.
The access to the structures will be from an existing maintenance road and therefore no
road building will be needed in the buffer area. If any areas are briefly disturbed they
will be immediately restored and planted with native vegetation.
To the northeast of this structure is the Talbot-O'brien 230kV structure. Originally, this
structure was designed to be just inside of the stream buffer. It has since been re-
designed to completely avoid the stream buffer.
1 RMC, 4-3--0SO-C-S(e) (iii) Utilities within rights-of-way or easements are exempt from installation, construction or
replacement of electric facilities and lines if the activities do not exceed the existing improved area.
2 RMC 4-3-050-C-S(g) (i) states that Existing Utilities are exempt in stream buffers when remodeling, replacing, or removing
existing facilities.
Located on the west side of Interstate 405 there are a number of poles to be replaced
behind Sam's Club on parcel 2023059008. Thunder Hills Creek is in the vicinity of the
proposed poles and flows through an artificial channel (concrete flume) adjacent to the
Sam's Club parking lot. The creek in this vicinity does not have an associated buffer per
the RMC definition3 • The attached photos show this in more detail.
The work associated with the transmission line relocations should be considered exempt
activity per RMC. All construction activities will be conducted using best management
practices that are applicable. All impacts will be minimized and if any areas are briefly
disturbed, they will be immediately restored.
Because of the criteria found under Renton Code, we believe the proposed work should
be considered Exempt Activity.
Feel free to contact me at ( 425) 462-3824 to discuss this in further detail. Thank you for
your consideration.
erely,
Land Planner
Puget Sound Energy
3 BUFFER, CRITICAL AREA: A naturally vegetated and undisturbed, enhanced, or revegetated area that surrounds and
protects a critical area from adverse impacts to its functions and values, and/or which protects adjacent developed areas from
potentially hazardous conditions.
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Andrea Petzel -PSE 1-405 Thunder Cn~ ..
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To:
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"Celeste Botha" <wps@isp.com>
'"Andrea Petzel"' <APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us>, "'Jill Ding'" <JDing@ci.rcnton.wa.us>. "'McMeekin, Jeff J"'
<jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com>
08/06/2007 2:06 PM
PSE 1-405 Thunder Creek
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Hi Andrea and Jill -
I just spoke with Jeff at PSE about the issues regarding the Thunder Creek flume and proposed access for
pole relocation activities. The stream enters the concrete flume upon its discharge from beneath Talbot Road
and 1-405. According to both my professional judgment and to Jill's statements at the pre-ap meeting, the
flume qualifies as a pipe. The city's definition of stream buffers, quoted here from Title 4-3-050 CRITICAL
AREAS REGULATIONS L. 1.2. state:
ii. Buffer: The cJOurdary of a b.1ffer shall extend beyond the boundaries of the stream o• lake to tee w'c1'r cip,il;c,ib'e
to the stream/lake class as noted in Subsection L5 of this Section, Stream/Lake Buffer Width Requirements. Where
streams enter or exit pipes, the buffer in this subsection L 1 b(ii) shall be measured perpendicular to the ordinary high
water mark from the end of the pipe along the open channel section of the stream.
Per the code section cited above, because no buffer exists there, no impacts will occur within a buffer at the
north end of Parcel 2023059008 behind Sam's Club. Because no buffer impacts are proposed, no buffer
enhancement is proposed for these activities.
PSE has taken great pains to avoid stream buffer impacts east of 1-405, as noted in Jeffs letter addressed to
Andrea dated August 1, 2007.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter. Sincerely, Celeste Botha, Wetland Permitting Services
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Andrea Petzel -RE: FW: Critical A,eas Exemption Request
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Date:
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CC:
Andrea,
"McMeekin, Jeff J" <jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com>
"Andrea Petzel" <APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us>
08/06/2007 2:05 PM
RE: FW: Critical Areas Exemption Request
"Jason McKinney" <JMcKinney@HNTB.com>, "Celeste Botha" <wps@isp.com>
Page 1 of2
This is absolutely not a material expansion for Puget Sound Energy. The topography and complexity of the area requires us to
install a few more poles than what exists today. This is relocation work, not expansion. At the end of the day, we will still have
the same number of transmission lines crossing l-405.
I would like to set up a quick field meeting with you, our engineer and possibly WSDOT to give you a better understanding of
what it is we plan to do and how we can satisfy your needs.
Please call me at you earliest convenience.
Thank you,
Jeff
From: Andrea Petzel [mailto:APetzel@ci.renton.wa.us]
Sent: Monday, August 06, 2007 1:18 PM
To: McMeekin, Jeff J
Subject: Re: FW: Critical Areas Exemption Request
Jeff,
I reviewed your letter and it does not appear that this project qualifies for a critical areas exemption. You are removing 18 poles
and replacing 29 poles, so this is a material expansion, and although I'm having some difficulty reading your plan sheets, it looks
like you are proposing to increase the number of poles in several locations within the stream buffer.
On a separate note, although the creek may be in an artificial channel, it is not culverted. It is considered (per our maps) a
category 3 stream with a 75' buffer. Increasing the number of poles in a buffer here, or anyplace else, will require a critical areas
variance.
I'm still waiting for your mitigation plan for the wetlands, but as that's going to be taken care of through WSDOT, it's really the
impacts to the stream I'm concerned about. Give me a call to discuss this, and where you are with the mitigation letter.
Thanks,
Andrea
You are within the 75' buffer of Thunder Hills creek, in both sections, and therefore a stream mitigation plan is required
Andrea Petzel, Planner
City of Renton -Development Services Division
Renton City Hall -6th Floor
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
425-430-7270
apetzel@ci .. renton.wa.us
>>> "McMeekin, Jeff J" <jeff.mcmeekin@pse.com> 08/02/07 8:38 AM >>>
Andrea,
Attached is a request for your approval. Please let me know if you have
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Gregg Zimmerman P.E., Administrator \~~ ~ ~ ~ Kathy Keolker, Mayor &'N,rOr------------------------
July 31, 2007
JeffMcMeekin
Puget Sound Energy
PO Box 97034 I EST-11 W
Bellevue, WA 98009-9734
RE: PSE Transmission Line Relocation Notice oflncomplete Application
Dear Mr. McMeekin:
Per our phone conversation on Wednesday July 25'\ additional information is required in
order to begin processing your application. Please submit the following information:
1. The letter from WSDOT noted in the Wetland Report stating that all wetland and
wetland buffer impacts wiU be mitigated through credits from the Springbrook
Wetland Mitigation Bank; and
2. It appears that new impacts are proposed to the stream buffer. If new impacts to a
stream buffer are proposed, then 5 copies of a stream buffer mitigation plan are
required. If no new impacts are proposed as the project would include the
replacement of an existing power pole in the same location, then an exemption
from the City's critical areas regulations would be required.
Once this information is submitted, review of your project will begin. Feel free to contact
me at ( 425) 430-7219 with any questions.
Sincerely,
<;µ/4(~
VJill K. Ding
Senior Planner
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To: Jill Ding, City of Renton Development/Planning
From: JeffMcMeekin
Subject: Proposed Easements for Transmission Lines
Date: 7 /23/07
Please include the attached 12 copies of proposed Puget Sound Energy Easements,
located on parcels 2023059007 and 2023059008 in the Land Use Permit Application #
LUA07-074.
Also included is a copy of Master Easement 9812171951 granted to Puget Sound
Energy Inc. from Puget Western Inc. This easement covers all of PSE's existing
transmission lines on Puget W estem' s property and will be amended as the lines are
relocated. The Washington State Department of Transportation is heading up the effort
to acquire the new easements for Puget Sound Energy.
Please feel free to contact me if you have questions. I can be reached at (425) 462-3824
or jeff.mcmeekin(w,pse.com.
PROPOSED PUGET SOUND ENERGY EASEMENTS
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Blocks 1-2, Walsworth's 111. Add. Vol 6,-pg. 23
Complete legal description is on ~ge 9 of document
Aue.Hor's Property Tu ParceUAccount N1;1mber(s):
972500..075]--06, 172305-9072-03, 192305-9091-08, 202305-9006-09, 202305-9007-08,
202305-9008~7. 202305-9037-0i, 202305-9050~4. 20230?-'9146-00, 202305-9028-03,
915460.-0010-00 & 192305-9090-09
RECORDPA
AFfER RECORDING RETURN TO,
Puget Sound Energy
One Bellevue Center'
41l -108tb Ave. N.E.
Bellevue, WA 98004
PQGETc~O,\IND ENERGY MASTER.EASEMENT
For and in consideration of O!]e Dollar (.$1.00) and other valuable consideration, the receipt of which is
hereby acknowledged, Puget Western, Inc., a Washington corporation_("Grantor" herein), hereby conveys
and warrants to PUGET SOUND ENERGY, INC., a Washington ~o1Jloration ("Grantee" herein), for the
purposes hereinafter set forth, a perpet\lal nonexclusive easement o\'er, under, along, acro~s and through the
following c[_escribed real property (the "Property" herein) in King County, Washington.
Se1{Exhibit 0Nattached·hereto-aruHncorporated herein by this reference.
Except as may be otherwise set forth herein Grantee's rights shall be exercised upon those portions of the
Property (the "Easement Areas" herein) described as follOws: [No.te, all easement areas are based upon
existing facilities, as-built, shown on that certain Barghausen Survey dated June 19, I 998, last revised July
30, 1998, Job No. 6687 and further shown on the easement exhibit attached as Exhibit B],
A. Transmission Line-Easement Are11 (steel tower line):
EASEMENT A
All that portion of the Northeast quarter ofSr;;cJ:io,n .19,·Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M,,
and:ofthc: Northwest quarter of Sectio_n 20;-Township 23 ,N_orth, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, .,1,00. feet:in .wid.th; lying 50 feet on each side of the following described e83ement
centerline:
n:f, CO:MMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 26.151.81 feet distant;
WENCE South 20° 03' 21 "West, 626,75 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a SR-515, and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South 89° 29' 49 11 East, 61.02 feet;
THENCE South 780 26 19" East, 746.06 feet to a point on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405 and the tenninus ofthe described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
Extending or shorten_ing the sidelines of said easement tO::iii.tersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
B, Tr'an'smiS$i9il Lige.Easement Area (three (3) separate single wood pole lines), each such
easement ar,:;a fifty (SO) feet in ·width having twenty-five (25) feet of such width on each side of
three separate centerlines described as follows:
EASEMENT Bl
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section,t9, Township 23 Nonh, Range 5 East, W. M.,
and of tho Northwest qu~er of Section 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, SO-feet in width, lying 25 feet on each side of the following described eru.ement
centerllne:
COMMENCING at the North.ea.st comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 24° 08' 45" West, 590.33 feet to a point On.the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the POINT OF BBGINNJNG;
TIIBNCE South 81 ° 57' 34" East, 24.55 feet to a point hel"Cinafter referred to as Point "A";
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THENCE South 81° 57' 34" East, 728.01 feet;
THENCE North 22° 02' 14" East, 442.:59 feet to a point on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
Benson Road South and the terminus ofthe described line.
TOGETHER WITH a strip of land, l O feet in width, lying 5 feet on each side of the following
described easement centerline; · '
BEGINNING at lhe aforementloned Point"A'';
THENCE North 11° 18' 35" _Bast, 65.00 feet to the terminus of the described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
Ex.tending or shortening the s_idelines of said easement to Intersect al angle points and to tennlnate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTB2
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of.Si;ictiop 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, WM.,
an'd. of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23' North, Range 5 East, W .M., City of
· Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, 50 feet in width, lying 25 feet on each side of the followingdes:cribed easement
centerline:
COMMENCIN"G at the Northeas:t comer of said Section t'9, from which point the North quarter
corner of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West,2661.81 feel distant;
THENCE South 13° 38' 13'' West, 724.00 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
TI-IENCE South 77° 58' 12" East, 711.03 feet to a point oii the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405 and the tenninus of the described line. '
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying wilhin the right-of-w~y of Benson Road South.
Extending or shortening the. sidelines of said easement to .Intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right·of-way margins.
EASEMENTB3
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of S~tion,19, TOWJl.ship 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and Qfthe Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23,North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King Counly, Washington, described as foilows: ·,
A strip of land, 50-feet:in·width, lyJng·2S feet on each sid~ of the following described easement
centerline·.
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 19, from which point the North quarter
corner of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16'' West, 2661,81 feet distant;
THENCE South 39"'38' 55" East, 879.45 feet to a point oµ the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405 and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South 27"' 22' 11 "West, 139.12 feet;
THENCE Souui. 77"' 58' 09" East, 48,63 feet.to the Westetly right-of-way margin ofSR-405 and
the·tenninus of.the described line. .,
Ex lending or shortening the sidelines of said easement tQ -µItcrsect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-WQY margin.
C. ,Transmiu\on-Ljge Easement Area-for each of three (3),_separate "H-Frame" wood pole lines,
each such easement urea being sixty (60) feet in width having thirty (30) feet of such width on
each side of three" separate centerlines described as follOWS;:
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EASEMENT Cl
AH ~at portion of the Northeast qullrter,of_~ection 19, T(;iwnship 23 North, Range 5 East, W, M.,
and of the Northwest quarter ofSeetion·20:rownship 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, 60 feet in width, lying 30 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline·. :
COMMENCING at the Northeast corner of said Section l9, from which point the North quarter
corner of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2·()61.81 feet distmt;
THENCE South 22° 00' 58" East, l 1 l6J5 feet to a point.on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405 and the POINT OF BEG !NN!NG;
THENCE North 87° 13' 01" West, 309.11 feet;
THENCE North 38° 16' 46" East, 60.00 feet;
THENCE South 38° 16' 46" West, 60.00 feet;
THENCE South 87(> 54' 37" Wes_t, 63.00 feet;
THENCE North 87° 54' 37" East, 63.00 feet;
TIIENCE-South 4l 0 09' 03" West, 333.60 feet;
THENCE South 53° 31' 58" West, 59.45 feCt to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the terminus ofth<::'described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereoflying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTC2
All that portion oftheNortheast qtJartcr of.Section 19, ToWJlship 23 North, Range·s Bast, W.M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section· 20, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, 60 feet in width, lying 30 feet on each side.of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCfNG at the Northeast comer of said Section I~, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89Q 42' 1611 West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 19° 31' 49" East, 1150.29 feet to a polnt on the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405 and the POfNT OF BEGINNING;
TI-I.ENCE North 87°25' 28" West, 2S4.58 feet;
THENC.E Nonh42° 54' 41" Ea.st 63.00 feet;
TI-IENCE South 42° 54' 41" West, 63.00 feet;
THENCE North 88° 45' 13" West, 78.00 feet;
THENCE"South 88° 45' 13" East, 78.00 feet;
THENCE South 39° 19' 23" West, 335.04 feet;
THENCE North 78° 44' 10° West, 75.00 feet;
THENCE South 78° 44' IO'' East, 75.00 feet;
THENCE South 35°43' I6" West, 62.50 feet;
THENCE South 09° 54' 39" East, 163.78 feet to a point on the Northwesterly right-of-way margin
ofSR-405 and the terminus of the described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-w~Y of Benson Road South.
Exten_ding or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTC3
AU that portion of the Northeast quarter of-Se%1onJ9..iTownship23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
' and of the Northwest quarte_r ofSe:ction.20, ·.Town.ship 23 J;orth, Range 5 East1 W.M., City of
Renton, King Cowity, Washington, described as follows: , ,
A strip of land, 60 feet in width, lying 30 feet on each side Of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast corner of said Section 19; from which point the North quarter
corner of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 1 6" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 06° 35' 30" West, 1412.87 feet to a point.oh the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-5 l5, and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE North 64° 20' 48" East, 473.39 feet;
TIIENCE South 87° 25'. 28" Bast, 30.42 feet to a point oil the Westerly right-of-way margin of SRv
405 and the tenninus of the described line.
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EXCEPT any port.lOn thereof lying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-w~y of SR-405.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to tenninate
at the described right-of-way margins.
D. :DJstributl_on Line Easement Area for four (4) separate.single wood pole Jines, two (2) along
Talbot Road. Two (2) running east and west, each such e~ment area being ten (10) feet in width
having five (5) feet of such width on each side of four (4)·separate centerlines described as
follows:
EASEMENT DI
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, T9wnship 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section 20,.Township 23'-North, Range .5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows: __
A strip ofland,-10 feet in width, lying 5 feet o'n each :sid'e of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of ~aid Section -19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
· THENCE South 44° 19' 22" West, 408.98 feet to a point on the Southerly right-of-way margin of
South Grady Way and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
TIIENCE South 10° 12' 53" East, 53.88 feet; -il
THENCE South 17° 16' 55" East, 201.48 fe•t;
THENCE South 17° 08' 15" East, 212.6I f«,t;
THENCE South 01°25' 01" East, 37.69·feet to a point otfthe Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the terminus ofthe:de:scribed line.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of sald eas~ent to intersect at angle points and to tenninate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTD2
All ttiat_portion of the Northea,stquµter ofSC(;tion 19,TQ_wnship 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
·and:ofthe Northwest quarter of.~~i;:,!.ion'20;· Township23 ~orth, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King Cowity, Washington, described as. follows·.
A strip of land, 10 feet in width, lying 5 feet on each side ·~if the following described.easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of saic;l Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bean North &9°42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 43° 38' 53" West, 384.49 feet to a point on the Southerly right-of-way margin of
South Grady Way and the POINT OF BBGlNNING;
THENCE South 15° 59' 24" E,.t, 108.09 feet;
THENCE S,outh 13°44' 58" East, 233.71 feet;
THENCE South-23° 31' 44" East, 146.98 feet;
THENCE.South 04°23' 1011 We·st, 241.94 feet;
THENCE South 07° 11' 23" West, 36.60 feet to a point on the EliSterly rigbt-of~way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515; and the tenninus of the described line.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said ea.<iement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the ·described right-of~way margins. '
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-way of Benson Road South.
EXCEPT any portion thereof lying within the right-of-w~y of SR-405.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to·intersect at angle points and to tenninate
at the described right-of-way margins.
D. :Dhtributlon Line·Eesement Arca for four (4) separate:slngle wood pole lines, two (2) along
Talbot Road. Two (2) running east and west, each such cll,Sement area being ten (IO) feet in width
having five (5) feet of such width on each side of four (4)-separate centerlines described as
follows:
EASEMENT DI
AU that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W .M.,
and of the Northwest quarter of Section.20,-Township 23·North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:_
A strip ofland,-10 feet in width, lying 5 feet o·n each sidC'of the following described ~ement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section ·19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
· THENCE South 44° 19' 22n West, 408.98 feet to a point On the Southerly right-of-way margin of
South Grady Way and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
TIIENCE South 10° 12' 53" East, 53.88 feet;
THENCE South 17" 16 55" East, 201.48 feet;
THENCE South 17" 08' IS" East, 212,61 feet;
THENCE South 01° 25' 01" East, 37.69 .feet to a point on·the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515, and the terminus ofth,idescribed line.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easimtent to i'ntcrsect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTD2
All that_portion of the Northeastq1:1.arter.of-Section 19,'T(,}Wnship 23 North, l'<.ange 5 East, W.M.,
, and·ofthe Northwest quarter of.~ec;tion'20;· Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip ofland, IO feet in .width, lying 5 feet on each side.-Of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer of said Section 191 from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bear:s North 89" 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE South 43° 38' 53" West, 384.49 feet to a point on the Southerly right-of-way margin of
South Grady Way and the pOJNT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South 15° 59'_24" East, 108.09 feet;
THENCE S9uth 13°44' 58" East, 233.71 feet;
THENCE South23° 31' 44" Eas4 146.98 feet;
THENCE south 04° 23' 10 11 West, 241.94 feet;
THENCE South 07a 11' 23" west, 36.60 feet to a point on the Easterly right-of-way margin of
Talbot Road South, a.k.a. SR-515; and the terminus of the described line.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to ·intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins. '
EASEMENTD3
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M.,
,.aJlcl of the Northwes.t quaner Qf Section 20;Towruhip 23 North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
'Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
A strip of land, JO.feet in width, lying 5 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at.the Northeast comer of said Section l :.9, from which point the North quarter
comet of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THSNCE South 08° W 4.6" West, 995.62 feet to a point on.the Easterly right-of-w·ay margin of
Talbot Road South 1 a.k.a. SR-515, and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
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THENCE North 85" 44' 29" East, 480.65 feet;
THENCE North 47° 10' l3" East, 219.08 feet tu the tenninus of the described line.
EXCEPT any portion thereoflying within the right-of-way ofBenson Road South.
Ex.tending or shortening the sid.elines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margins.
EASEMENTD4
A.lllh,at portion of the Northeast quarter of.Se<;~ion 19; TOwnship 23 Worth, Range 5 East,. W.M.,
ari9 .. ofthe Northwest quarter ofSectiOn 20;·-ToW1\Ship2J North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washin&ton, described as follows:,
A strip of land, IO feet in width, lying 5 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at the Northeast comer ofsaid Section 19, from which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89"42' 16" West, 2661,81 feet distant;
THENCE South 39" 38' 55 11 East, 879.45 feet to a point oii. the Westerly right-of-way margin of
SR-405; .
THENCE South 27° 20' 32" West, 11.32 feet to the POfNTOF BEGrNN!NG;
THENCE North 50" 21' 45" West, 67.83 feet to the termiiius of the described line.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to \ntersect at angle points and to terminate
at the described right-of-way margin.
Fiber Optic Line Easement Aree:
EASEMENTE
All that portion of the Northeast quarter of Section 19, Township 23 North, fumge 5 East, W.M.,
and-of the Northwest quarter of Section 20, Township 23.-North, Range 5 East, W.M., City of
Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows: ·,
A strip of land, lO·feC!t in width, lying 5 feet on each side of the following described easement
centerline:
COMMENCING at tho Northeast comer of said Section I~, frotn which point the North quarter
comer of said Section 19 bears North 89° 42' 16" West, 2661.81 feet distant;
THENCE S0uth·34u 37' 13" West, 199.08 feet to a pointo"n the Southerly right-of.way margin of
South Grady Way and the POINT OF BEGINNING;
THENCE South41" 33' 32" West, 156.90 feet;
THENCE South 10a 20' 52" West, 102.55 feet to the te~~us of the described line.
Extending or shortenlng the sidelines of said easement to intersect at angle points and to tenninate
at the described right~of-way margin.
Road Frontage Eesement:
EASEMENTF
\
All that portion of the Southwe~t qu_arterof Section 17, T9:wnship 23 North, RMgc 5 East, W.M.,
the Nortlmst quwterop=~~ipn;:~9;Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W .M., and of the
Northwest quarter of'Sectiori20; Township 23 North, RangC 5 East, W.M., City of Renton, King
County; Washington, descrlbed as follows:
A strip of land J 5·{eet i.n-.widtlJ,,,the Northerly bound;uy of. which is coincident with the Southerly
margin of South Grady Way; a strip of land 15 feet in width, the Westerly boundaty of which is
coincident with the Easterly margin of Talbot Road;. a strip of land 15 feet in width, the Easterly
boundary of which is coincident with the Westerly margin of Benson Road; and a strip of land 15
feet in width, the Westerly boundary of which is c:oincident with the Easterly margin of Benson
Road.
Extending or shortening the sidelines of said easement to:iehninate at the boundaries of the
grantor's property.
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1. Purpose. Grantee shall have the right to operate, maintaiP; repair1 repl~ce,.ltnprove, remove,
enlarge and, use one or more,electric transmission and.lor·distributiQn systems over and/or under the
Easement Areas,Jogether:with all ·necessary or. convenient appurtenances·thereto, which said systems may
include but are not lim,.it_ed ,to ~e f~ll?wing:
a. '·qy_~head faci!itics." Poles and/or towers-with crossanns,.braces, guys and anchors;
aje_ctric tran$~issfon-and ,distribution lines; fiber optic cable, conununication and signal lines and
transfonners.
b. Underground facilities. Underground conduits,~~bles, vaults, manholes, switches wid
transfonners; semi-b\lrled or ground mounted facilities such as pads, transformers and switches; fiber optic
cable, communication and signal lines.
Following th;e in)~ial_c_o~truction of all or a portion of its ~ystems, Grantee.may, from time to
tiJne, construct such.additional facilities.as it-may require for its syStems subject to the limitations set forth
below and in no event constructed in such a way place or manner sp· as to impair Grantor's use of the
Property consistent with the language set forth in paregraph nurnb~r_.5 below.
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s.:;;follo\Vfitg:forty~e_i~r.(:H).~Qlif~,prior:no_tice, s~le"and except emergency circums~ces
(at-which-.tirne·Gr.imtee·may'imme'diately access the Easement Are!IS), Grantee shall }iave the right ofaccess
to the Easerneii.t }\reas !)V_er and across the,Property to enable Gra1.1t.~e to reasonably exercise its rights
hereunder:: Orant~e shall repair or compensate Grantor for all.damage to the Property, including any
damage to Grantor'1:1.inventol)', improvements, parking areas, landscaping, equipment, other items of
personal property, roads, crops, driveways and fences caused by the,ex.ercise of !iUch right of access.
3. Easement Area Ch;arlug and Maintenance. Following.forty-eight (48) hours prior written
notice, §!u! Grantor's consent, which consent shall not be wu-easonably withheld, conditioned or delayed,
Grantee shall have the right to cut, remove and dispose .of any and .all brush, trees and other vegetation
presently existing upon the Easement Area and which impairs the uSe of Grantee's system constructed
within the Easement Areas, Grantee shall also have the right to cocit:rol, on a continuing basis and by any
prudent and reasonable means, the establishment and grQWth of bush, trees and other vegetation upon the
Easement Area which could, in the reasonable opinion of Grante~-reasonably interfere with the exercise of
Grantee's rights herein or create a hazard to Grantee's systems. Grantor's landscaping shall not be damaged,
(or if damaged, shall be restored by GranteeJ to Grantor's satisfactton), wiless and except to the extent that
such landscaping could, in Grantee's reasonable judgment, substan,tially interfere with or create a hazard to
Grantee's systems. ·
4. Trees Outside Easement Area. So long as not in violati6r:t of any applicable law, and following
Grantor's prior written approval which approval will not be unreasonably conditioned, withheld or delayed,
Grantee shall have tl)e right to cut, trim, remove and dispose of MY trees located on thi:: Property outside
the Easement' Areas which could, in Grantee's reasonable judgmet\t. .substantlally interfere with or create a
hazard to Grantee's systems. Granter shall be entitled to compensa~ion for trees cut, trimmed, removed or
disposed of, including the actual market Value of merdiantablo ll"!ber (if any) cut and removed from the
Property by Grantee. Grantor's landscaping shall not be damaged,·( or if damaged, shall be restored by
Grantee to Grantor's satisfaction) unless and except to the extent that such landscaping could, in Grantee's
reasonable judgment, substantially interfere with or create a hazard.to Grantee's systems
5. Grantor's Use of Easement Area. Gran tor reserves the 'right to use the Easement Areas for any
purpose not inconsistent with the rights herein.granted, provided, ttiAt Gran.tor shall not construct or
maintain. any buildings, on the Easement Areas and Granlor shall.dO.no blasting within 300 feet of
Grantee's systems without Grantee's prior written consent. Subjec(to the foregoing, Grantee has Grantor's
consent to use the Easement Areas for uses relating to commercial Parking lots or auto sales Jots, including
landscaping (not more than fifteen ( 15) feet high) asphalt and con Crete and other similar types. of materials
(provided Grantee may cut and patch the same at Grantee's cost) and constrUcting non~metalic kiosk-type
sitting areas substantially 5imilar to the non-metalic kiosleatype sittirig area illustrated at_Exhibit C attached
hereto (not more than 12 feet high) and incorporated herein by ref~nce.
6. Indemnity, Grantee agrees to inc!emnify Grantor from an~_ against all liability incurred by
Gran tor as a result of the negligence or willful acts of Grantee or its'.· and employees, but nothing herein
shall require Grantee to indemnify Gran tor for that portion of anY s~ch liability judicially detennined by a
court of competent jurisdiction to be attributable to the negligence ~r willful acts of Gran tor
7. Abandonment: Toe rights herein granted to Grantee shall continue witil such time as Grantee
ceases to use any or all the Easement Areas for a period often (IO) successive years, in which event said
Easement Areas shall immediately self~terminate and ail rights her_C\lnder shall revert to Grantor, providing
the remaining portions oftlie easement areas which are or have be~c}' used within said ten years are not
tem1inated.
8. Successors and AS!ligns. Grantee shall have the right to iissign a portion or otherwise transfer any
or all of~ rights, benefits,·privilcge:!! and interests arising in and uilder this Easement. Without limiting
the generality of the foregoing, the rights and obligations of the par:ties shall inure to the benefit of and be
binding upon their respective successors and E1.Ssigns. · ·
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9, Stanchion Radius. Grantor expressly reserves the right !0:pave and/Or asphalt within a radius of
five (5) feet from any stanchion, pole, tower, brace, guy, anchor, Ct¢: Grantor's paving and/or asphalting
shall not impair Grantee's ability to use the Easement Areas for thi: purposes set forth herein.
10. Grantee's Coostructlon of New Underground Utillty.Li~es. From and after the recordation
date of this Easement, Grantee may not lay, install or construct a·.rj,ew undergrolllld utillty·line, of any type,
within the Easement Areas, without Grantor's prior written approy~I. which approval shall not be
unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed. Further, Grantee !R~Y not take any action not expressly
granted herein which impacts in any way Grantor's development and use of the Property.
ll. Notice, All notices required or permitted to be given her~under shall be in writing and shall be
personally delivered, sent by U.S. certified mail, postage prepaid, t_etum receipt requested, telecopy or by
overnight courier service, addressed llS set forth below: ·
(a) All notices to be given to Grantee shall'be addressed as follows:
Pugt:t Sound En~rgy ·
One Bellevue Centei, ·.
41 I -I08th Ave. N.E'.
Bellevue, WA 98004 ·
Attn: Manager Real Estate
Telefax, (425) 462-35'19
{b) All notices to be given to Grantor shal(?C addressed as follows:
Puget Western, Inc .. : ·~··
19515 North Creek PW"kway, Suite 310
Bothell, WA 9801 l ·~
Ann: President , '
Telefax: (425)487-6.565
El titer party hereto may, by proper notice to the other, designate such other address for the giving
of notices as deemed necessary. All notices shall be deemed giveq:,;.n the day each such notice is
personally delivered, transmitted by telecopy (with evidence of l"ecQipt) or delivered by overnight courier
service, or on the third day followlng the day such notice is mailed ;:Cmailed in accordance with this
section. Failure to deliver a copy of a notice to a "copy" party shall not effect the validity of such notice, as
such copies are for the convenience ofthe parties only.
Dated this rs-\ iiay of December, 1998.
GRANTOR
ITS President
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On this day personally appeared before me R. B. Boyd, to rne known to be the President of Puget Western,
Inc._ the entity that executed the foregoing instrument, and ackn9wledged the said instrument to be the free
and voluntary act and deed of said entlty, for the uses and purpose$ therein mentioned, and on oath stated
that be was authorized to execute the said instrument and that the seal affixed is the corporate seal of said
corporation.
GIVEN under my hand and official seal this
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DESCRIPTION,
PARCEL A,
EXHIBIT"A"
Order No. 380714M5K
THAT PORTION OF GOVERNJIENT LOT 10 IN/)'HE SOUTHWEST QUARTER
OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M., IN
KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS,
BEGINNING AT A l?OINT WHICH IS 445. 3 F.BET EAST OF THE
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST
QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 1 7; ..
THENCE NORTH 150 FEET;
THENCE WEST 5 7 . 3 FEET; ,
THENCE NORTH TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF\· SOUTH GRADY WAY;
THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID ROAD TO THE SOUTH LINE OF
SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER;
THENCE EAST TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING .
. PARCEL B,
THAT PORTION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST
QUARTER OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGES EAST,
W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, LYING SOUTHERLY OF THE
SOUTH LINE OF WALSWORTH'$ FIRST ADDITION TO RENTON,
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 6 OF PLATS,
PAGE 23, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AND EASTERLY OF
THE EASTERLY LINE OF TALBOT ROAD SOUTH.
PARCEL C,
THAT PORTION OF GOVERNMENT LOT 10, SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 23
NORTH, RANGES EAST, W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AND
OF GOVERNMENT LOT 1, SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 5
EAST, W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, DESCRIBED AS
FOLLOWS,
BEGINNING ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT 1 AT A
POINT 528.00 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID
GOVERNMENT LOT 1;
THENCE NORTH 53,00 FEET;
THENCE WEST PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID GOVERNMENT
LOT 10, A DISTANCE OF 232.46 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE EAST
LINE OF A TRACT OF Ll\ND DEEDED TO PUGET SOUND TRACTION,
LIGHT AND POWER COMPAN'i BY DEED RECOJl.DED UNDER KING COUNTY
RECORDING NO. 817107, WHICH LINE IS PARALLEL WITH AND 445.30
FEET EAST OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTIONS 17 AND 20;
THENCE SOUTH ALONG SAID EAST LINE :313 .. FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO
THE NORTH LINE OF A TRACT OF LAND DEEDED TO RENTON CO-
OPERATIVE COAL COMPANY BY DEED RECORDED DECEMBER 26, 1900
UNDER KING COUNTY RECORDING NO. 20093.0;
THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID NORTH LINE TO THE WEST LINE OF
THE EAST 528.00 FEET OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT 1:
THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID WEST LINE 260'FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO
THE POINT OF BEGIJ,NING;
EXCEPT PORTION THEREOF LYING WITHIN MAIN AVENUE SOUTH
(BENSON ROAD SOUTH) AS DESCRIBED IN DEED RECORDED UNDER
RECORDING NO. 2827715.
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EXHilJIT "A.,
PARCEL D;
THAT PORTION OF GOVERNMENT LOTS 1 AND 2, SECTION 20,
TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M., IN KING COUNTY,
WASHINGTON LYING WESTERLY AND NORTHERLY OF PRIMARY STATE
HIGHWAY NO. l, AS CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF WASHINGTON BY
DEEDS RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NOS. 5732439 AND 4924770;
EXCEPT ANY PORTION THEREOF LYING WITHIN THE FOLLOWING
DESCRIBED PARCEL:
THAT PORTION OF GOVERNMENT LOT 10, SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 23
NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AND
OF GOVERNMENT LOT 1, SAID SECTION 20, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS,
BEGINNING ON THE NORTH LIEN OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT 1 AT A
POINT 528.00 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID
GOVERNMENT LOT l;
THENCE NORTH 53.00 FEET;
THENCE WEST PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH ·LINE OF SAID GOVERNMENT
LOT 10, A DISTANCE OF 232.46 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE EAST
LINE OF A TRACT OF LAND DEEDED TO PUGET SOUND TRACTION,
LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY BY DEED RECORDED UNDER.
KING COUNTY RECORDING NO. 817107, WHICH LINE IS PARALLEL
WITH AND 445.30 FEET EAST F THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTIONS
17 AND 20;
THENCE SOUTH ALONG SAID EAST LINE 31j FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO
THE NORTH LINE OF A TRACT OF LAND DEEDED TO RENTON CO-
OPERATIVE COAL COMPANY BY DEED RECORDED DECEMBER 26, 1908
UNDER KING COUNTY RECORDING NO. 200930;
THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID NORTH LINE TO THE WEST LINE OF
THE EAST 528.00 FEET OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT l;
THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID WEST LINE 260 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO
THE POINT OF BEGINNING;
ALSO EXCEPT PORTIONS THEREOF LYING WITHIN BENSON ROAD SOUTH
AND SOUTH GRADY WAY;
AND EXCEPT PORTION THEREOF LYING EASTERLY OF BENSON ROAD
SOUTH.
PARCEL E,
THOSE PORTIONS OF BLOCKS l AND 2, INCLUDING THE UNNUMBERED
TRACTS ADJOINING THE LOTS IN BLOCK l, WALSWORTH'S ·FIRST
ADDITION TO RENTON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED
IN VOLUME 6 OF PLATS, PAGE 23, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY,
WASHINGTON, LYING SOUTHERLY OF SOUTH GRADY WAY AND
NORTHEASTERLY OF TALBOT ROAD SOUTH;
TOGETHER WITH THOSE PORTIONS OF BURNETT AVEN1JE SOUTH AND
SOUTH 8TH AVENUE VACATED BY CITY OF RENTON ORDINANCE NO.
2850, .WHICH ATTACHED THERETO BY OPERATION OF LAW.
PARCEL F,
THAT PORTION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER.OF THE NORTHEAST
QUARTER OF. SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 23 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, ·
W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, LYING EASTERLY OF TALBOT
ROAD SOUTH AND LYING NORTHERLY OF PRIMARY STATE HIGHWAY NO.
l, AS CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF WASHI~GTON BY·DEED RECORDED
UNDER RECORDING NO. ·5754046. .
(CONTINUED)
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DESCRIPTION CONT.
ORDER NO. 380714
PAACEL G,
THAT PORTION OF GOVERNMENT LOT l, SE~TION 20, TOWNSHIP 23
NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST, W.M., IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, LYING
WESTERLY AND NORTHERLY OF PRIMARY STATE HIGHWAY NO. l, AS
CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF WASHINGTON BY DEEDS RECORDED UNDER
RECORDING NUMBERS 5732439 AND 4924770;
EXCEPT PORTION THEREOF LYING WESTERLY OF THE EASTERLY MARGIN
OF BENSON ROAD SOUTH; .
AND EXCEPT ANY PORTION THEREOF LYING'·.WITHIN THE FOLLOWING,
BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EASTERLY.MARGIN OF THE JOHN F.
BENSON COUNTY ROAD (BENSON ROAD SOUTH) WHICH IS SOUTH
25'44'34" EAST 934.11 FEET FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID
GOVERNMENT LOT l;
THENCE SOUTH 0'38' WEST 369.61 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF
BEGINNING;
THENCE SOUTH 0°38' WEST 109,14 FEET, .MORE OR LESS, TO THE
SOUTH LINE OF SAID GOVERNMENT LOT l;
THENCE SOUTH S8'55' WEST 183.03 FEET TO THE EASTERLY MARGIN
OF SAID JOHN F. BENSON COUNTY ROAD;
THENCE NORTHEASTERLY /\LONG SAID ROAD, 113.23 FEET;
THENCE NORTH 88°55' EAST 157.24 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF
BEGINNING.
ALL SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF KING, STATE OF WASHINGTON.
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