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ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: COMMENTS DUE: MARCH 11, 2011
APPLICATION NO: LUAll-007, ECF
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT TITLE: Rezone of Former Fire Station 13 PROJECT REVIEWER: Kayren Kittrick
SITE AREA: 20,000 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (gross): N/A
LOCATION: 17040 108'h Avenue SE PROPOSED BLDG AREA (gross) N/A
· SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Rezone and Environmental (SEPA) review for the rezone of the 20,000
square foot parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14 zoning. Location: 17040 108th Avenue
SE.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT {e.g. Non-Code} COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts lmpacn Necessary
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housinn
Air Aesthetics
Water Unht/Glare
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use . Utilities
Animals Transnortation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/
Natural Resources
Historic/Cultural
Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
8. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS
We have reviewed this application with particular attention ta those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact
or areas where additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal.
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CITY OF RENTON
NOTICE OF ORDINANCES
ADOPTED BY THE
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Following is a summary of ordi-
nances adopted by the Renton
City Council on June 6,201 l
ORDINANCE NO. 5601
An Ordinance of the City of
Renton. Washington, amending
Section 4-10-050 of Chapter 10,
Legal Nonconforming Structures,
Uses and Lots, of Title IV
(Development Regulations) of
Ordinance No. 4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of
the City of Renton, Washington",
by adding an exemption for non-
conforming structures when the
nonconformity is created by the
City's acquisition of property and
declaring an emergency.
Effective: June 6, 2011
ORDINANCE NO. 5602
An Ordinance of the City of
Renton, Washington, changing
the Zoning Classification of cer-
tain property within the City of
Renton (17040 108™ Avenue
SE; Former Fire Station 13) from
residential-ten units per net acre
(R-10), to residential-fourteen
units per net acre (R-14), File
No. LUA-ll-007, ECr, R
Effective: June 15,201 I
ORDINANCE NO. 5603
An Ordinance of the City of
Renton, Washington, amending
Sections 4-4-0 IO and 4-4-150 of
Chapter 4, City-Wide Property
Development Standards, 4-9-100
of Chapter 9, Permits -Specific,
4-10-070 of Chapter 10, Legal
Nonconforming Structures, Uses
and Lots, and 4-11-010 of Chap-
, tir ,J 1, Definitions, of Title IV
(Dev·elopment Regulations) of
Ordinance No. 4260 entitled
.-:.i-".: ···~ ''Code of General Ordinances of
~ · the City ·or Renton, Washington",
u by · ~vising the Regulations <;-,"fegafd.ing. the . Keeping of An i-/ ,:. ~,;
/.·
i-'· ,, c_:/ _mal~;;: . deletmg Subsection
\.r,, ;. ': {·, \ ,.,, ... ·"4_-4~Cf!Op, makmg Violations of
<-1 _ ,<'. ';}\rllmal Pr~visions. Subject to
, , l"E__ O ;-· \, ·; 'Ctvil Penalties, addmg a Defim-
fdr the State of Washington Residing ''' tion for "Ammals, Domestic -
' Extra Large Lot" and revising
the defmitons for "Animals, Do-
mcstic -Large Lot", "Animals,
Domestic -Medium Lot" and
"Animals, Domestic Sffiall
Lot".
Effective: June 15,2011
ORDINANCE NO. 5604
An Ordinance of lhe City of
Renton, Washington, amending
Section l-3-2 of Chapter 3, Rem-
edies and Penalties, of Title I
(Administrative), and Section
4-4-100 of Chapter 4, City~
Wide Property Development
Standards, of Title IV (Develop-
ment Regulations) of Ordinance
No. 4260 entitled "Code of Gen-
era! Ordinances of the City
of Renton, Washington", by in-
creasing the allowed size of
Political Signs, lengthening the
time in which political signs can
be displayed, making violations
of the required removal period
of political signs civil code viola-
tions and establishing penalties.
Effective: June 15, 2011
ORDINANCE NO. 5605
An Ordinance of the City of
Renton, Washington, Amending
Subsection 4-8-!00c of Chapter
8, Permits -General and Ap-
peals, and Section 4-11 ~090 of
Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title
JV (Development Regulations) of
Ordinance No 4260 entitled
"Code of General Ordinances of
the City of Renton, Washington",
by adding provisions to Title IV
to allow expiration of inactive
incomplete and complete appli-
cations.
Effective: June 15, 2011
ORDINANCE NO. 5606
An Ordinance of the City of
Renton, Washington, amending
Section 4-1-080 of Chapter 1,
Administration and Enforcement,
of Title IV (Development Regu-
lations) of Ordinance No. 4260
entitled "Code of General Ordi-
nances of the City of Renton,
Washington", by deleting Sub-
section RMC 4-1-080( which
allows for extension of the period
of validity for land use and sub-
division approvals.
Effective: June 15,201 l
ORDINANCE ;\'"O. 5607
An Ordinance of the City of
Renton, Washington, amending
Section 4-2-130 of Chapter 2,
Zoning Districts -Uses and
Standards, Section 4-4-080 of
Chapter 4, City-Wide Property
Regulations, and Section
4-11-040 of Chapter 11, Defini-
tions, of Title [V (Development
Regulations) and Section 9-10-11
of Chapter 10, Street Excava-
tions, of Title IX (Public Ways
and Property) of Ordinance No.
4260 entitled "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Ren-
ton, Washington", by removing
the term "Downtown Core" from
the Renton Municipal c,-., ·d
replacing it with "Center 1-
tO\,\,TI Zone"
Effective: June 15,201 l
ORDI'iANCE NO. 5608
An Ordinance of the City of
Renton, Washington, amending
Section 4-8-110 of Chapter 8,
Permits -General and Appeals.
of Title IV (Development Regu-
lations) of Ordinance No. 4260
entitled "Code of General Ordi-
nances of the City of Renton_
Washington", by adding a refer-
ence to RCW 43.21 075
Effective: June 15, 2011
ORDINAi\CE NO. 5609
An Ordinance of Lhe City 0f
Renton, Washington, ame~ding
Section 6-6-9, of Chapter 6. An-
imals and Fowl at Lf1rgc. of Title
VI (Police Regulations) of Ordi-
nance No. 4260 entitled "Code of
General Ordinances of the ,...1ty
of Renton, Washington' r
changing the appellate body n
the Municipal Courl to the Hem-
ing Examiner
Effective: July I 0, 20 l I
Complete text of these ordinanc-
es 1s available at Renton City
Hall, 1055 South Grady Wa)'.;
and posted at the King County
Libraries in Renton, 100 Mill
Avenue South and 2902 KE !2th
Streel. Upon request to the City
Clerk's ornce, (425) 430-6510,
copies will also be mailed for a
fee.
Bonnie I Walton, City Clerk
Published in Renton Reporter on
June 10, 20 l l. #498342
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CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 5602
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, CHANGING THE
ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF RENTON
(17040 108TH AVENUE SE; FORMER FIRE STATION 13) FROM RESIDENTIAL-TEN
UNITS PER NET ACRE {R-10), TO RESIDENTIAL-FOURTEEN UNITS PER NET ACRE
(R-14), FILE NO. LUAll-007, ECF, R.
WHEREAS, under Section 4-2-020 of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts -Uses and Standards, of
Title IV {Development Regulations), of Ordinance No. 4260 known as the "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington", as amended, and the maps and reports
adopted in conjunction therewith, the property herein below described in has heretofore been
zoned as Residential-Ten Units Per Net Acre (R-10); and
WHEREAS, the City initiated a proceeding for change of zoning classification of the
property; and
WHEREAS, this matter was duly referred to the Hearing Examiner for investigation,
study, and public hearing, and the public hearing having been held on or about April 19, 2011;
and
WHEREAS, this matter having been duly considered by the Hearing Examiner; and
WHEREAS, the zoning request being in conformity with the City's Comprehensive Plan,
as amended; and
WHEREAS, the Council having duly considered all matters relevant thereto, and all
parties having been heard appearing in support or opposition;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
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ORDINANCE NO. 5602
SECTION I. The following property in the City of Renton is hereby rezoned to
Residential-Fourteen Units Per Net Acre (R-14) as specified below. The Administrator of the
Department of Community and Economic Development or designee is hereby authorized and
directed to change the maps of the Zoning Ordinance, as amended, to evidence the rezoning,
to-wit:
See Attachment A, attached hereto and made a part hereof as if fully set forth.
(City-owned former Fire Station 13 site located at 17040 108th Avenue SE near SE
172nd Street.)
SECTION II. This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage, approval and five (5)
days after publication.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 6th day of __ J_u_n_e ____ _, 2011.
Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 6th day of __ ..:J..:u:.cn:.:e:__ ____ _, 2011.
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Lawrence J. Warren, City Attorney
Date of Publication: 6/10/2011 (summary)
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ORDINANCE NO. 6502
ATTACHMENT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
That portion of the Southeast quarter of Section 29, Township 23 North, Range S East, W. M., in
the City of Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
The north 100 feet of the west 230 feet of the south one-half (1/2) of the south one-half (1/2)
ofthe Northwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of said Section 29;
LESS the west 30 feet thereof for highway.
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ATTACHMENT A-2
May 16, 2011
CED: City Center Community
Plan
RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
RESOLUTION #4094
Executive: lnterlocal
Purchasing Agreement,
Thurston County
RESOLUTION #4095
Community Services: Establish
Sister Cities Affiliation Policy
RESOLUTION #4096
Public Works: SW 27th St/
Strander Blvd Connection,
lnterfund Loan to Fund 317
Rezone: Former Fire Station
13 Site, R-10 to R-14
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CED: 2011 Title IV
(Development Regulations)
Docket #D-55, Animal
Provisions
Renton City Council Minutes Page 163
Planning and Development Committee Vice-Chair Zwicker presented a report
recommending that a public hearing for the City Center Community Plan be set
for 6/6/2011 at the Council meeting. Phase I of the City Center Community
Plan was endorsed by Council on 10/4/2010 and staff was directed to begin
work on Phase II of the plan. Staff has completed a draft of Phase II and
presents it for the review and consideration of the Council. Following the
public hearing, the Committee recommends adoption of the full City Center
Community Plan.
MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITIEE REPORT. CARRIED.
The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
A resolution was read authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an
interlocal agreement with Thurston County entitled "lnterlocal Cooperative
Purchasing Agreement." MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
A resolution was read establishing a Sister City Affiliation Policy for the City of
Renton. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
A resolution was read granting authority for an interfund loan to Fund 317 for
the SW 27th St./Strander Blvd. Connection project. MOVED BY PERSSON,
SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS READ. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
5/23/2011 Council meeting for second and final reading and adoption:
An ordinance was read changing the zoning classification of certain property
within the City (17040 108th Ave. SE; Former Fire Station 13) from Residential
ten dwelling-units per net acre (R-10), to Residential 14 dwelling-units per net
acre (R-14), File No. LUA-11-007, ECF, R. MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY
PALMER, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING
ON 5/23/2011. CARRIED.
An ordinance was read amending Sections 4-4-010 and 4-4-150 of Chapter 4,
City-Wide Property Development Standards, 4·9· 100 of Chapter 9, Permits.
Specific, 4-10-070 of Chapter 10, Legal Non-Conforming Structures, Uses and
Lots, and 4-11-010 of Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development
Regulations), of City Code, by revising the regulations regarding the keeping of
animals, deleting Subsection 4-4-010.P., making violations of animal provisions
subject to civil penalties, adding a definition for "Animals, Domestic· Extra
Large Lot" and revising the definitions for "Animals, Domestic· Large Lot,"
"Animals, Domestic· Medium Lot," and "Animals, Domestic· Small Lot."
MOVED BY ZWICKER, SECONDED BY TAYLOR, COUNCIL REFER THE ORDINANCE
FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/23/2011. CARRIED.
May 16, 2011
Executive: lnterloca/
Purchasing Agreement,
Thurston County
Rezone: Former Fire Station
13 Property, R-10 to R-14
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Lease: Suite 410 of 200 Mill
Building, First Rate Mortgage
Human Resources: Positions
Reclassification, HR Analysts
to Senior HR Analysts
Renton City Council Minutes Page 161
City Clerk recommended approval of an interlocal cooperative purchasing
agreement with Thurston County for goods and services. Council concur. (See
page 163 for resolution.)
City Clerk submitted Hearing Examiner recommendation to approve a rezone of
the former Fire Station 13 property from R-10 (Residential ten dwelling-units
per net acre) to R-14 (Residential 14 dwelling-units per net acre); located at
17040 108th Ave. SE. Council concur. (See page 163 for ordinance.)
Community Services Department recommended approval of a lease with Curt
Tiedeman, an individual dba First Rate Mortgage, for Suite 410 of the 200 Mill
Building at the rate of $2,500 per month. Refer to Finance Committee.
Human Resources and Risk Management Department recommended approval
of the reclassification of two Human Resources Analysts positions to Senior
Human Resources Analysts. Refer to Finance Committee.
MOVED BY BRIERE, SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONSENT
AGENDA AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS Council President Briere presented a Committee of the Whole report
Committee of the Whole recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to update the Sister
Community Services: Establish City Affiliation Policy and adopt the related resolution. MOVED BY BRIERE,
Sister Cities Affiliation Policy SECONDED BY ZWICKER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMM/DEE REPORT.
Finance Committee
Finance: Vouchers
Public Works: SW 27th
St/Strander Blvd Connection
Project, lnterfund Loan for
Fund 317
Transportation (Aviation)
Committee
Transportation: Rainier Ave S
Construction Management,
KBA Inc
Public Safety Committee
Attorney: Dangerous Dogs
Appeal Process, Code
Amendment
CARRIED. (See page 163 for resolution.)
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending approval
of Claim Vouchers 302883 -303223 and two wire transfers totaling
$6,403,298.29, and approval of 729 direct deposits, 70 payroll vouchers, and
one wire transfer totaling $2,578,346.83. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY
TAYLOR, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITIEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Finance Committee Chair Persson presented a report recommending
concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve an interfund loan from
General Governmental Funds to Fund 317, Transportation Capital Fund, in an
amount not to exceed $700,000, at an interest rate of 2.25%, with a five-year
term for the SW 27th St./Strander Blvd. Connection project. The Committee
further recommended that the resolution regarding this matter be presented
for reading and adoption. MOVED BY PERSSON, SECONDED BY TAYLOR,
COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITIEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 163 for
resolution.)
Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Corman presented a report
recommending concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve a contract
in the amount of $300,000 with KBA, Inc. for construction management and
inspection services for the Rainier Ave. S. (SR 167) -S. Grady Way to S. 2nd St.
project. The Committee further recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk
be authorized to sign the contract. MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY
PALMER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITIEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Public Safety Committee Chair Taylor presented a report recommending
concurrence in the staff recommendation to approve an amendment to Renton
Municipal Code Section 6-6-9, Confiscation, Hearing, and Appeal Procedures for
Dangerous Dogs. This amendment will change the hearing officer for the
administrative process from the Municipal Court Judge to the Hearing
CITY OF RENTON COUNCIL AGENDA BILL
Subject/Title:
Former Fire Station 13 Rezone; File No. LUA-11-
007, ECF, R
Exhibits:
Hearing Examiner's Report & Recommendation
4/22/2011
Ordinance
Recommended Action:
Council concur
Fiscal Impact:
Expenditure Required:$
Amount Budgeted:$
Total Project Budget:$
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
n/a
Meeting:
Regular Council -16 May 2011
Submitting Data: Dept/Div/Board:
Executive
Staff Contact:
Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk, x6502
Transfer Amendment: $
Revenue Generated: $
I City Share Total Project:$
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Hearing Examiner Pro tempore John Galt held an open record hearing on April 19, 2011 to consider city
staff's request for rezone of 20,000 s.f. of property located at 17040 108th Ave. SE, known as the
former Fire Station 13 property, from R-10 to R-14. The report and recommendation was issued on April
22, 2011, and no appeals or requests for reconsideration were thereafter filed. Hearing Examiner Pro
tempore John Galt recommends that Council grant the rezone.
(City Staff Contact: Erika Conkling, x6578)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Former Fire Station 13 Rezone from R-10 to R-14 and adopt the Ordinance
BEFORE the HEARING EXAMINER Pro Tempore for the
CITY of RENTON
RECOMMENDATION
FILE NUMBER: LUAJ 1-007, ECF, R
APPLICANT: City of Renton
1055 S Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
OWNER: Same as Applicant
TYPE OF CASE: Rezone (not requiring a Comprehensive Plan amendment)
from R-10 to R-14 (Former Fire Station 13 Rezone)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATION: GRANT
DATE OF RECOMMENDATION: April 22, 2011
INTRODUCTION 1
The City of Renton (City) seeks rezone from R-10 to R-14 ofa 20,000 square foot(SF) site.
The City filed the rezone application in early February, 2011. The Renton Department of Community
and Economic Development, Planning Division (Planning) deemed the application to be complete when
filed. (Testimony)
The subject property is located at 17040 1081h Avenue SE.
The Renton Hearing Examiner Pro Tempore (Examiner) viewed the subject property on April 19,2011.
The Examiner held an open record hearing on April 19, 2011. Planning gave notice of the hearing as
required by the Renton Municipal Code (RMC). (Exhibit 8 2)
The following exhibits were entered into the hearing record during the hearing:
.A..ny statement in this section deemed to be either a Finding of Fact or a Conclusion of Law is hereby adopted as
such.
2 Exhibit citations are provided for the reader's benefit and indicate: I) The source of a quote or specific fact; and/or
2) The major document(s) upon which a stated fact is based. While the Examiner considers all relevant documents in the
record, typically only major documents are cited. The Examiner's Decision is based upon all documents in the record.
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HEARING EXAMINER Pro Tempore RECOMMENDATION
RE: LUA 11-007, ECF, R (Former Fire Station I3 Rezone)
April 22, 2011
Page 2 of8
Exhibits 1 -6:
Exhibit 7:
Exhibit 8:
As enumerated in Exhibit 7
Staff Report
Hearing notice documentation
The action taken herein and the requirements, limitations and/or conditions imposed by this decision are,
to the best of the Examiner's knowledge or belief, only such as are lawful and within the authority of the
Examiner to take pursuant to applicable law and policy.
ISSUES
Does the application meet the criteria for approval of a rezone not requiring a Comprehensive Plan
amendment as established within the RMC?
No testimony or evidence was entered into the record by the general public either in support of or in
opposition to the application.
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The City seeks to change the zoning of the former Fire Station 13 site so that it will match the
zoning of the lands that surround it. The rectangular, nearly half-acre site is located on the east
side of 108th Avenue SE, approximately midway between SE 170th and SE 172nd Streets, in the
Benson Hill area. (Exhibit 4)
2. The site itself is now vacant. The surrounding area exhibits a variety of zones and uses. The
parcels immediately surrounding are all zoned R-14 and exhibit a mix of single-family
residences, home-based or small businesses, or vacant land. Beyond the immediate parcels are
more single-family homes, multi-family structures, a neighborhood business area to the north,
and a larger business area to the south. Multiple zones are found within a quarter-mile area,
including R-8, R-10, R-14, CN, and CA. (Exhibits 2, 4, and 7)
3. This site is not located in the Aquifer Protection Zone. (Exhibit 7, p. 3)
4. Subsection 4-9-180F2 RMC sets forth the review criteria for a rezone which does not require a
Comprehensive Plan amendment. Those criteria and the facts associated with each are:
A. RMC 4-9-180F2a: "The rezone is in the public interest, and"
Facts: Approval of the requested rezone will eliminate a small island of R-10 zoning in
the midst of a large area of R-14 zoning. (Exhibit 2) Making the area zoning consistent
serves the public interest.
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HEARlNG EXAMINER Pro Tempore RECOMMENDATION
RE: LUA! 1-007, ECF, R (Fonner Fire Station 13 Rezone)
April 22, 2011
Page 3 of 8
B. RMC 4-9-l 80F2b: 'The rezone tends to further the preservation and enjoyment of any
substantial property rights of the petitioner, and"
Facts: Making the zoning of this site the same as that of all the parcels which surround it
will provide the City with the same property rights as its surrounding neighbors.
C. RMC 4-9-l 80F2c: "The rezone is not materially detrimental to the public welfare of the
properties of other persons located in the vicinity thereof, and"
Facts: The City's State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Responsible Official, the
Environmental Review Committee, issued a threshold Determination of Nonsignificance
(DNS) for the requested rezone on March 21, 2011. (Exhibit 6) The DNS was not
appealed. (Exhibit 7, p. 3)
D. RMC 4-9-180F2d: "The rezone meets the review criteria m subsection Fl of this
Section." Those criteria are:
1. RMC 4-9-180Fla: "Is consistent with the policies set forth in the Comprehensive
Plan; and"
Facts: The Comprehensive Plan designation for the area in which the parcel is
located is Residential Medium Density (RMD). (Exhibit 3) The RMD designation
is intended to create the opportunity for a diverse neighborhood with a variety of
housing and ownership options.
Policy LU-163. Areas may be conserved for Residential 14 (R-14)
zoning where the site meets the following criteria:
I) Adjacent to major arterials(s);
2) Adjacent to the Urban Center, Highlands Center Village, or
Commercial Corridor Designations;
3) Part of a designation totaling over 20 acres (acreage may be in
separate ownership);
4) Site is buffered from single-family area or other existing,
potentially incompatible uses; and
5) Development within the density range and of similar unit type is
achievable given environmental constraints.
Although the site is on a minor arterial, if considered as part of the R-14 area that
surrounds it, the R-14 area is adjacent to State Route 515, a major arterial. The
R-14 area as a whole is also adjacent to a Commercial Corridor designation and
totals over 20 acres, meeting the second and third criteria. Since there are no
critical areas, and the surrounding neighborhood already contains a mix of uses, it
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HEARJNG EXAMINER Pro Tempore RECOMMENDATION
RE: LUA! 1-007, ECF, R (Former Fire Station 13 Rezone)
April 22, 201 I
Page 4 of8
is reasonable to expect tbat development on tbe site could achieve the required
density range of the R-14 zone (10 to 18 units). (Exhibits 2, 4, and 7)
11. RMC 4-9-l 80Fl b: "At least one of the following circumstances applies:
"i. The property subject to rezone was not specifically considered at the
time of the last area land use analysis and area zoning; or
"ii. Since the most recent land use analysis or the area zoning of the
subject property, authorized public improvements, permitted private development
or other circumstances affecting the subject property have undergone significant
and material change."
Facts: The Fire Station 13 site was an extra-municipal "island" of City land
surrounded by unincorporated King County before the Benson Hill annexation
occurred in 2008. The Fire Station 13 site had an RMD Comprehensive Plan
designation and was zoned R-10.
In 2007, the City pre-zoned the Benson Hill area in anticipation of annexation.
Because the Fire Station 13 property was already a part of the City and had
already been assigned a land use designation (RMD) and zone classification
(R-10), it was not considered in the 2007 area-wide pre-zoning for the Benson
Hill area.
When the Benson Hill area annexed into the City in 2008, the 2007 pre-zoning for
tbe area was implemented: All of the parcels around Fire Station 13 were also
designated RMD, but were zoned R-14. That left the Fire Station 13 site as the
only R-10 zoned parcel in the immediate area. 3 Fire Station 13 was also relocated
to another site at about the same time, leaving the subject property vacant.
(Exhibit 7, p. 2)
5. Any Conclusion of Law deemed to be a Finding of Fact is hereby adopted as such.
LEGAL FRAMEWORK 4
The Examiner is legally required to decide this case within the framework created by the following
principles:
Authority
3 The Staff Report refers to this as "a spot-zoning situation". (Exhibit 7, p. 2) Strictly speaking, this is not improper
"spot-zoning." The judicially created spot-zoning doctrine refers to a situation in which a small area is zoned differently from
the area surrounding it and not in conformance with the adopted Comprehensive Plan. Since both the R-10 and the R-14
wnes serve to implement the Comprehensive Plan's RJvID designation, the existence of the small R-10 zoned parcel,
although not particularly logical or desirable, is not an example of improper spot-zoning.
4 Any statement in this section deemed to be either a Finding of Fact or a Conclusion of Law is hereby adopted as
such.
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A rezone not requiring a Comprehensive Plan amendment is a Type IV application which is subject to
an open record hearing before the Examiner. Following the hearing, the Examiner issues a
recommendation on the application which is subject to the right of reconsideration before action by the
City Council. [RMC 4-08-070H3a, 4-8-0SOG, 4-8-1 OOG4, and 4-9-1800]
The Examiner may
grant or deny the application, or the Examiner may require of the applicant such
conditions, modifications and restrictions as the Examiner finds necessary to make the
application compatible with its environment and carry out the objectives and goals of the
Comprehensive Plan, the zoning regulations, the subdivision regulations, the codes and
ordinances of the City of Renton, and the approved preliminary plat, if applicable.
Conditions, modifications and restrictions which may be imposed are, but are not limited
to, additional setbacks, screenings in the form of landscaping and fencing, covenants,
easements and dedications of additional road rights-of-way. Performance bonds may be
required to insure compliance with the conditions, modifications and restrictions.
[RMC 4-8-I00G3]
Review Criteria
The review criteria for rezones are found at RMC 4-9-l 80F2 and have been set forth in the Findings of
Fact, above.
The Local Project Review Act [Chapter 36.70B RCW] establishes a mandatory "consistency" review for
"project permits", a term defined by the Act to include "building permits, subdivisions, binding site
plans, planned unit developments, conditional uses, shoreline substantial development permits, site plan
review, permits or approvals required by critical area ordinances, site-specific rezones authorized by a
comprehensive plan or subarea plan". [RCW 36.70B.020(4)]
(!) Fundamental land use planning choices made in adopted comprehensive plans and
development regulations shall serve as the foundation for project review. The review of a
proposed project's consistency with applicable development regulations or, in the
absence of applicable regulations the adopted comprehensive plan, under RCW
36. 70B.040 shall incorporate the determinations under this section.
(2) During project review, a local government or any subsequent reviewing body
shall determine whether the items listed in this subsection are defined in the development
regulations applicable to the proposed project or, in the absence of applicable regulations
the adopted comprehensive plan. At a minimum, such applicable regulations or plans
shall be determinative of the:
(a) Type of land use permitted at the site, including uses that may be allowed
under certain circumstances, such as planned unit developments and conditional
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and special uses, if the criteria for their approval have been satisfied;
(b) Density of residential development in urban growth areas; and
(c) Availability and adequacy of public facilities identified in the
comprehensive plan, if the plan or development regulations provide for funding of
these facilities as required by [the Growth Management Act).
[RCW 36.70B.030]
Vested Rights
Renton has not enacted a general vested rights provision. Rezones are not the subject of any statutory
vesting provision. Washington has a judicially-created vested rights doctrine:
Washington does adhere to the minority rule that a landowner obtains a vested right to
develop land when he or she makes a timely and complete building permit application
that complies with the applicable zoning and building ordinances in effect on the date of
the application. Our vested rights rule also has been applied to building permits,
conditional use permits, a grading permit, and a [ shoreline management] substantial
development permit.
[Norco Construction v. King County, 97 Wn.2d 680, 684, 649 P.2d 103 (1982), citations omitted) The
vested rights doctrine has never been applied to rezone applications.
Standard of Review
The standard ofreview is preponderance of the evidence. The applicant has the burden of proof.
Scope of Consideration
The Examiner has considered: all of the evidence and testimony; applicable adopted laws, ordinances,
plans, and policies; and the pleadings, positions, and arguments of the parties of record.
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CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
l. A rewne which does not require a Comprehensive Plan amendment must meet all four criteria in
RMC 4-9-l 80F2: The conjunctive "and" at the end of each criterion indicates that all must be
met. The fourth criterion incorporates the criteria in RMC 4-9-180Fl. Those criteria are
structured differently: In order to meet Criterion F2d, an application must meet Criterion Fla and
one or more of the two criteria in F 1 b (because those two criteria are separated by the disjunctive
"or").
2. The evidence demonstrates convincingly that a rezone of the subject property from R-10 to R-14
meets the criteria in RMC 4-9-180F2a, F2b, and F2c as well as the criteria in Fla and Flbi, thus
meeting criterion F2d. The application meets all required criteria and deserves approval.
3. The requested rezone passes the "consistency" test: The R-14 density is fully consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan's RMD designation and utilities are available. (Exhibit 7, p. 3)
4. Finally, the requested rezone simply makes a lot of sense. It will eliminate an historical anomaly
and bring consistency to the area's residential zoning pattern.
5. Any Finding of Fact deemed to be a Conclusion of Law is hereby adopted as such.
RECOMMENDATION
Based upon the preceding Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, the testimony and evidence
submitted at the open record bearing, and the Examiner's site view, the Examiner recommends that the
City Council GRANT the requested rezone from R-10 to R-14. No conditions need be imposed on the
rezone.
Recommendation issued April 22, 2011.
\s\ John E. Galt (Signed original in official file)
John E. Galt
Hearing Examiner Pro Tempore
HEARING PARTICIPANTS 5
Erika Conkling
5 The official Parties of Record register is maintained by the City's Hearing Clerk.
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NOTICE of RIGHT of RECONSIDERATION
"Any interested person feeling that the [recommendation] of the Examiner is based on an 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" file a request/motion for reconsideration with "the
Examiner within fourteen (14) days after the written [recommendation] of the Examiner has been
rendered. The [request/motion for reconsideration] shall set forth the specific errors relied upon." [RMC
4-8-1 OOG4 J Any request/motion for reconsideration shall be addressed to the Renton Hearing Examiner
and filed with the City Clerk. See RMC 4-8-1 OOG4 and RMC 4-8-11 OE& for additional information and
requirements regarding reconsideration.
NOTICE of CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
This Recommendation (or the Examiner's Recommendation after reconsideration) will be considered by
the Renton City Council. Please contact the City Clerk for information regarding the scheduling of
Council consideration of this Recommendation. Please have the applicant's name and City file number
available when you contact the city.
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CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. __ _
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENl'ON, WASHINGTON, CHANGING THE
ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF RENTON
(17040 108TH AVENUE SE; FORMER FIRE STATION 13) FROM RESIDENTIAL-TEN
UNITS PER NET ACRE (R-10), TO RESIDENTIAL-FOURTEEN UNITS PER NET ACRE
(R-14), FILE NO. LUAll-007, ECF, R.
WHEREAS, under Section 4-2-020 of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts -Uses and Standards, of
Title IV (Development Regulations), of Ordinance No. 4260 known as the "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington", as amended, and the maps and reports
adopted in conjunction therewith, the property herein below described in has heretofore been
zoned as Residential-Ten Units Per Net Acre (R-10); and
WHEREAS, the City initiated a proceeding for change of zoning classification of the
property; and
WHEREAS, this matter was duly referred to the Hearing Examiner for investigation,
study, and public hearing, and the public hearing having been held on or about April 19, 2011;
and
WHEREAS, this matter having been duly considered by the Hearing Examiner; and
WHEREAS, the zoning request being in conformity with the City's Comprehensive Plan,
as amended; and
WHEREAS, the Council having duly considered all matters relevant thereto, and all
parties having been heard appearing in support or opposition;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
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ORDINANCE NO. __ _
SECTION I. The following property in the City of Renton is hereby rezoned to
Residential-Fourteen Units Per Net Acre (R-14) as specified below. The Administrator of the
Department of Community and Economic Development or designee is hereby authorized and
directed to change the maps of the Zoning Ordinance, as amended, to evidence the rezoning,
to-wit:
See Attachment A, attached hereto and made a part hereof as iffully set forth.
(City-owned former Fire Station 13 site located at 17040 108th Avenue SE near SE
172nd Street.)
SECTION II. This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage, approval and five (5)
days after publication.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this ___ day of _______ _, 2011.
Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this ___ day of _________ _, 2011.
Denis Law, Mayor
Approved as to form:
Lawrence J. Warren, City Attorney
Date of Publication: ------
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ORDINANCE NO. __ _
ATTACHMENT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
That portion of the Southeast quarter of Section 29, Township 23 North, Range 5 East, W. M., in
the City of Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
The north 100 feet of the west 230 feet of the south one-half (1/2) of the south one-half (1/2)
of the Northwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of said Section 29;
LESS the west 30 feet thereof for highway.
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CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 5602
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, CHANGING THE
ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF RENTON
(17040 108TH AVENUE SE; FORMER FIRE STATION 13) FROM RESIDENTIAL-TEN
UNITS PER NET ACRE (R-10), TO RESIDENTIAL-FOURTEEN UNITS PER NET ACRE
(R-14), FILE NO. LUAll-007, ECF, R.
WHEREAS, under Section 4-2-020 of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts -Uses and Standards, of
Title IV {Development Regulations), of Ordinance No. 4260 known as the "Code of General
Ordinances of the City of Renton, Washington", as amended, and the maps and reports
adopted in conjunction therewith, the property herein below described in has heretofore been
zoned as Residential-Ten Units Per Net Acre (R-10); and
WHEREAS, the City initiated a proceeding for change of zoning classification of the
property; and
WHEREAS, this matter was duly referred to the Hearing Examiner for investigation,
study, and public hearing, and the public hearing having been held on or about April 19, 2011;
and
WHEREAS, this matter having been duly considered by the Hearing Examiner; and
WHEREAS, the zoning request being in conformity with the City's Comprehensive Plan,
as amended; and
WHEREAS, the Council having duly considered all matters relevant thereto, and all
parties having been heard appearing in support or opposition;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
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ORDINANCE NO. 5602
SECTION I. The following property in the City of Renton is hereby rezoned to
Residential-Fourteen Units Per Net Acre (R-14) as specified below. The Administrator of the
Department of Community and Economic Development or designee is hereby authorized and
directed to change the maps of the Zoning Ordinance, as amended, to evidence the rezoning,
to-wit:
See Attachment A, attached hereto and made a part hereof as iffully set forth.
(City-owned former Fire Station 13 site located at 17040 108th Avenue SE near SE
172nd Street.)
SECTION II. This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage, approval and five (5)
days after publication.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 6th day of _..::J..::uc:..:n..::e ____ _, 2011.
Bonnie I. Walton, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 6th day of __ ...cJ...cuccn:...:e _____ _, 2011.
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the City of Renton, King County, Washington, described as follows:
The north 100 feet of the west 230 feet of the south one-half (1/2) of the south one-half (1/2)
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CITY OF RENTON
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
MEMORANDUM
Date: June 1, 2011
To: City Clerk's Office
From: Stacy M Tucker
Subject: Land Use File Closeout
Please complete the following information to facilitate project closeout and indexing by the City
Clerk's Office. -~---------~·--· -·-""·=--. .-a... :. Project Name: Former Fire Station 13 Rezone
, LUA (file) Number: LUA-11-007, ECF, R
: Cross-References:
AKA's:
Project Manager:
Acceptance Date:
. Applicant:
Owner:
Fire Station 13 Rezone
Erika Conkling
February 25, 2011
City of Renton -Community Services
City of Renton
· Contact: Peter Renner, City of Renton -Community Services
· PID Number:
ERC Decision Date:
ERC Appeal Date:
Administrative Denial:
. Appeal Period Ends:
.. Public Hearing Date:
' Date Appealed to HEX:
'By Whom:
·. HEX Decision:
Date Appealed to Council:
By Whom:
Council Decision:
Mylar Recording Number:
2923059168
March 21, 2011
April 8, 2011
April 19, 2011-
Recommends City Council grant Date:
the rezone
Date:
April 22, 2011
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' Project Description: Rezone of a 20,000 sq ft parcel that was the site of the former Fire Station ;
. 13 from Resiential-10 (R-10) units per net acre to R-14. ·
Location: 17040 108'" Avenue SE
Comments:
From:
Sent:
To:
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Subject:
Attachments:
Stacy and Erika,
John E. Galt Oegalt@frontier.com]
Friday, April 22, 2011 819 AM
Stacy Tucker; Erika Conkling
Jennifer T. Henning; Bonnie Walton
Fire Station 13 rezone recommendation attached
LUA 11-007.doc
My recommendation is attached; I will put a signed original in today's outgoing mail addressed to Stacy.
My other jurisdictions use the electronic version to make copies to distribute to parties of record. (That saves time as they
don't have to wait for the signed version to arrive before issuing the decision/recommendation.) I suggest that system be
used here.
Have a good weekend,
John E. Galt
Hearing Examiner/Officer
Mediator
Voice/FAX: (425) 259-3144
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BEFORE the HEARING EXAMINER Pro Tempore for the
CITY of RENTON
RECOMMENDATION
FILE NUMBER: LUA! 1-007, ECF, R
APPLICANT: City of Renton
1055 S Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
OWNER: Same as Applicant
TYPE OF CASE: Rezone (not requiring a Comprehensive Plan amendment)
from R-10 to R-14 (Former Fire Station 13 Rezone)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATION: GRANT
DATE OF RECOMMENDATION: April 22, 2011
INTRODUCTION 1
The City of Renton (City) seeks rezone from R-10 to R-14 ofa 20,000 square foot (SF) site.
The City filed the rezone application in early February, 2011. The Renton Department of Community and
Economic Development, Planning Division (Planning) deemed the application to be complete when filed.
(Testimony)
The subject property is located at 17040 108'h Avenue SE.
The Renton Hearing Examiner Pro Tempore (Examiner) viewed the subject property on April 19, 2011.
Any statement in this section deemed to be either a Finding of Fact or a Conclusion of Law is hereby adopted as such.
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The Examiner held an open record hearing on April 19, 201 L Planning gave notice of the hearing as
required by the Renton Municipal Code (RMC), (Exhibit 8 2)
The following exhibits were entered into the hearing record during the hearing:
Exhibits I -6:
Exhibit 7:
Exhibit 8:
As enumerated in Exhibit 7
Staff Report
Hearing notice documentation
The action taken herein and the requirements, limitations and/or conditions imposed by this decision are, to
the best of the Examiner's knowledge or belief, only such as are lawful and within the authority of the
Examiner to take pursuant to applicable law and policy,
ISSUES
Does the application meet the criteria for approval of a rezone not requiring a Comprehensive Plan
amendment as established within the RMC?
No testimony or evidence was entered into the record by the general public either in support of or in
opposition to the application,
FINDINGS OF FACT
1, The City seeks to change the zoning of the former Fire Station 13 site so that it will match the zoning
of the lands that surround it The rectangular, nearly half-acre site is located on the east side of I 08 1
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Avenue SE, approximately midway between SE 170 1h and SE 172nd Streets, in the Benson Hill area,
(Exhibit 4)
2, The site itself is now vacant The surrounding area exhibits a variety of zones and uses, The parcels
immediately surrounding are all zoned R-14 and exhibit a mix of single-family residences, home-
based or small businesses, or vacant land, Beyond the immediate parcels are more single-family
homes, multi-family structures, a neighborhood business area to the north, and a larger business area
to the south, Multiple zones are found within a quarter-mile area, including R-8, R-10, R-14, CN,
and CA (Exhibits 2, 4, and 7)
3, This site is not located in the Aquifer Protection Zone, (Exhibit 7, p, 3)
Exhibit citations are provided for the reader's benefit and indicate: I) The source of a quote or specific fact; and/or 2)
The major docurnent(s) upon which a stated fact is based. While the Examiner considers all relevant documents in the
record, typically only major documents are cited. The Examiner's Decision is based upon all documents in the record.
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4. Subsection 4-9-l 80F2 RMC sets forth the review criteria for a rezone which does not require a
Comprehensive Plan amendment. Those criteria and the facts associated with each are:
A. RMC 4-9-l 80F2a: "The rezone is in the public interest, and"
Facts: Approval of the requested rezone will eliminate a small island of R-10 zoning in the
midst of a large area of R-14 zoning. (Exhibit 2) Making the area zoning consistent serves
the public interest.
B. RMC 4-9-l 80F2b: "The rezone tends to further the preservation and enjoyment of any
substantial property rights of the petitioner, and"
Facts: Making the zoning of this site the same as that of all the parcels which surround it will
provide the City with the same property rights as its surrounding neighbors.
C. RMC 4-9-l 80F2c: 'The rezone is not materially detrimental to the public welfare of the
properties of other persons located in the vicinity thereof, and"
Facts: The City's State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Responsible Official, the
Environmental Review Committee, issued a threshold Determination of Nonsignificance
(DNS) for the requested rezone on March 21, 2011. (Exhibit 6) The DNS was not appealed.
(Exhibit 7, p. 3)
D. RMC 4-9-180F2d: "The rezone meets the review criteria in subsection Fl of this Section."
Those criteria are:
1. RMC 4-9-180Fla: "ls consistent with the policies set forth in the Comprehensive
Plan; and"
Facts: The Comprehensive Plan designation for the area in which the parcel is located
is Residential Medium Density (RMD). (Exhibit 3) The RMD designation is intended
to create the opportunity for a diverse neighborhood with a variety of housing and
ownership options.
Policy LU-163. Areas may be consen,edfor Residential 14 (R-14)
zoning where the site meets the.following criteria:
l) Adjacent to major arterials(s);
2) Adjacent to the Urban Center, Highlands Center Village, or
Commercial Corridor Designations;
3) Part of a designation totaling over 20 acres (acreage may be in
separate ownership):
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4) Site is buffered from single:family area or other existing,
polentially incompatible uses; and
5) Development within the density range and a/similar unit type is
achievable given environmental constraints.
Although the site is on a minor arterial, if considered as part of the R-14 area that
surrounds it, the R-14 area is adjacentto State Route 515, a major arterial. The R-14
area as a whole is also adjacent to a Commercial Corridor designation and totals over
20 acres, meeting the second and third criteria. Since there are no critical areas, and
the surrounding neighborhood already contains a mix of uses, it is reasonable to
expect that development on the site could achieve the required density range of the R-
14 zone (IO to 18 units). (Exhibits 2, 4, and 7)
11. RMC 4-9-l 80Fl b: "At least one of the following circumstances applies:
"i. The property subject to rezone was not specifically considered at the time
of the last area land use analysis and area zoning; or
"ii. Since the most recent land use analysis or the area zoning of the subject
property, authorized public improvements, permitted private development or other
circumstances affecting the subject property have undergone significant and material
change."
Facts: The Fire Station 13 site was an extra-municipal "island" of City land
surrounded by unincorporated King County before the Benson Hill annexation
occurred in 2008. The Fire Station 13 site had an RMD Comprehensive Plan
designation and was zoned R-10.
In 2007, the City pre-zoned the Benson Hill area in anticipation of annexation.
Because the Fire Station 13 property was already a part of the City and had already
been assigned a land use designation (RMD) and zone classification (R-10), it was
not considered in the 2007 area-wide pre-zoning for the Benson Hill area.
When the Benson Hill area annexed into the City in 2008, the 2007 pre-zoning for
the area was implemented: All of the parcels around Fire Station 13 were also
designated RMD, but were zoned R-14. That left the Fire Station 13 site as the only
R-10 zoned parcel in the immediate area. 3 Fire Station 13 was also relocated to
another site at about the same time, leaving the subject property vacant. (Exhibit 7, p.
2)
The Staff Report refers to this as "a spot-zoning situation". (Exhibit 7, p. 2) Strictly speaking, this is not improper"spot-
zoning." The judicially created spot-zoning doctrine refers to a situation in which a small area is zoned differently from
the area surrounding it and not in conformance with the adopted Comprehensive Plan. Since both the R-10 and the R-14
zones serve to implement the Comprehensive Plan's RMD designation, the existence of the small R-10 zoned parcel,
although not particularly logical or desirable, is not an example of improper spot-zoning.
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RE: LUA! 1-007, ECF, R (Former Fire Station 13 Rezone)
April 22, 20 11 .
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5. Any Conclusion of Law deemed to be a Finding of Fact is hereby adopted as such.
LEGAL FRAMEWORK 4
The Examiner is legally required to decide this case within the framework created by the following
principles:
Authority
A rezone not requiring a Comprehensive Plan amendment is a Type IV application which is subject to an
open record hearing before the Examiner. Following the hearing, the Examiner issues a recommendation on
the application which is subject to the right of reconsideration before action by the City Council. [RMC 4-
08-070H3a, 4-8-080G, 4-8-1 OOG4, and 4-9-1800]
The Examiner may
grant or deny the application, or the Examiner may require of the applicant such conditions,
modifications and restrictions as the Examiner finds necessary to make the application
compatible with its environment and carry out the objectives and goals of the Comprehensive
Plan, the zoning regulations, the subdivision regulations, the codes and ordinances of the
City of Renton, and the approved preliminary plat, if applicable. Conditions, modifications
and restrictions which may be imposed are, but are not limited to, additional setbacks,
screenings in the form oflandscaping and fencing, covenants, easements and dedications of
additional road rights-of-way. Performance bonds may be required to insure compliance with
the conditions, modifications and restrictions.
[RMC 4-8-IOOG3]
Review Criteria
The review criteria for rezones are found at RMC 4-9-180F2 and have been set forth in the Findings of Fact,
above.
The Local Project Review Act [Chapter 36.708 RCW] establishes a mandatory "consistency" review for
"project permits", a term defined by the Act to include "building permits, subdivisions, binding site plans,
planned unit developments, conditional uses, shoreline substantial development permits, site plan review,
permits or approvals required by critical area ordinances, site-specific rezones authorized by a
comprehensive plan or subarea plan". [RCW 36.708.020(4)]
(I) Fundamental land use planning choices made in adopted comprehensive plans and
development regulations shall serve as the foundation for project review. The review of a
Any statement in this section deemed to be either a Finding of Fact or a Conclusion of Law is hereby adopted as such.
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RE: LUA 11-007, ECF, R (Fonner Fire Station I 3 Rezone)
April 22, 2011
Page 6 of8
proposed project's consistency with applicable development regulations or, in the absence of
applicable regulations the adopted comprehensive plan, under RCW 36.70B.040 shall
incorporate the determinations under this section.
(2) During project review, a local government or any subsequent reviewing body shall
determine whether the items listed in this subsection are defined in the development
regulations applicable to the proposed project or, in the absence of applicable regulations the
adopted comprehensive plan. At a minimum, such applicable regulations or plans shall be
determinative of the:
(a) Type of land use permitted at the site, including uses that may be allowed
under certain circumstances, such as planned unit developments and conditional and
special uses, if the criteria for their approval have been satisfied;
(b) Density ofresidential development in urban growth areas; and
( c) Availability and adequacy of public facilities identified in the comprehensive
plan, if the plan or development regulations provide for funding of these facilities as
required by [the Growth Management Act].
[RCW 36.708.030]
Vested Rights
Renton has not enacted a general vested rights provision. Rezones are not the subject of any statutory vesting
provision. Washington has a judicially-created vested rights doctrine:
Washington does adhere to the minority rule that a landowner obtains a vested right to
develop land when he or she makes a timely and complete building permit application that
complies with the applicable zoning and building ordinances in effect on the date of the
application. Our vested rights rule also has been applied to building permits, conditional use
permits, a grading permit, and a [shoreline management] substantial development permit.
[Norco Construction v. King County, 97 Wn.2d 680, 684, 649 P.2d 103 (1982), citations omitted] The
vested rights doctrine has never been applied to rezone applications.
Standard of Review
The standard of review is preponderance of the evidence. The applicant has the burden of proof.
Scope of Consideration
The Examiner has considered: all of the evidence and testimony; applicable adopted laws, ordinances, plans,
and policies; and the pleadings, positions, and arguments of the parties ofrecord.
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RE: LUAl 1-007, ECF, R(Formerfire Station !3 Rezone)
April 22, 20 I I
Page 7 of8
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
I . A rezone which does not require a Comprehensive Plan amendment must meet all four criteria in
RMC 4-9-l 80F2: The conjunctive "and" at the end of each criterion indicates that all must be met.
The fourth criterion incorporates the criteria in RMC 4-9-ISOFI. Those criteria are structured
differently: In order to meet Criterion F2d, an application must meet Criterion Fl a and one or more
of the two criteria in Fl b (because those two criteria are separated by the disjunctive "or").
2. The evidence demonstrates convincingly that a rezone of the subject property from R-10 to R-14
meets the criteria in RMC 4-9-180F2a, F2b, and F2c as well as the criteria in Fla and Flbi, thus
meeting criterion F2d. The application meets all required criteria and deserves approval.
3. The requested rezone passes the "consistency" test: The R-14 density is fully consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan's RMD designation and utilities are available. (Exhibit 7, p. 3)
4. Finally, the requested rezone simply makes a lot of sense. It will eliminate an historical anomaly and
bring consistency to the area's residential zoning pattern.
5. Any Finding of Fact deemed to be a Conclusion of Law is hereby adopted as such.
RECOMMENDATION
Based upon the preceding Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, the testimony and evidence submitted at
the open record hearing, and the Examiner's site view, the Examiner recommends that the City Council
GRANT the requested rezone from R-10 to R-14. No conditions need be imposed on the rezone.
Recommendation issued April 22, 2011.
\s\ John E. Galt (Signed original in official file)
John E. Galt
Hearing Examiner Pro Tempore
HEARING PARTICIPANTS 5
Erika Conkling
' The official Parties of Record register is maintained by the City's Hearing Clerk.
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RE: L\JAJ 1-007, ECF, R (Former Fire Station 13 Rezone)
April 22, 2011
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NOTICE of RIGHT of RECONSIDERATION
"Any interested person feeling that the [recommendation] of the Examiner is based on an 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" file a request/motion for reconsideration with "the Examiner
within fourteen (14) days after the written [recommendation] of the Examiner has been rendered. The
[request/motion for reconsideration] shall set forth the specific errors relied upon." [RMC 4-8-1 OOG4] Any
request/motion for reconsideration shall be addressed to the Renton Hearing Examiner and filed with the
City Clerk. Sec RMC 4-8-1 OOG4 and RMC 4-8-11 OE8 for additional information and requirements
regarding reconsideration.
NOTICE of CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
This Recommendation ( or the Examiner's Recommendation after reconsideration) will be considered by the
Renton City Council. Please contact the City Clerk for information regarding the scheduling of Council
consideration of this Recommendation. Please have the applicant's name and City file number available
when you contact the city.
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STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF KING }
AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION
PUBLIC NOTICE
Linda M Mills, being first duly sworn on oath that she is the Legal
Advertising Representative of the
Renton Reporter
a weekly newspaper, which newspaper is a legal newspaper of
general circulation and is now and has been for more than six months
prior to the date of publication hereinafter referred to, published in
the English language continuously as a weekly newspaper in King
County, Washington. The Renton Reporter has been approved as
a Legal Newspaper by order of the Superior Court of the State of
Washington for King County.
The notice in the exact form annexed was published in regular issues
of the Renton Reporter (and not in supplement form) which was
regularly distributed to its subscribers during the below stated period.
The annexed notice, a:
Public Notice
was published on March 25, 2011.
The full amount of the fee charged for said foregoing publication is
the sum of $IO 1.50.
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Linda M. Mills
Legal Advertising Representative, Renton Reporter
~e~_!nd swo:/,o .:zis 25th day March, 2011.
the State of Washington, Residing
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NOTICE OF
ENVIRONMENlAL
DETERMINATION
ENVIRONMENTAL
REVIEW COMMITTEE AND
PUBLIC HEARI'iG
RENTON, WASHINGTON
The J::nvironmental Review
Committee has issued a Detenni-
nation of Non-Significance for
the following project under
the authority of the Renton
Municipal Code
Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
LUA 11-007. ECF
Location: 17040 108th Ave SE
Environmental (SEPA) Review
for the rezone of the 20,000 sq.ft
parcel that was the location of
fonner Fire Station 13 from R-10
to R-14 zoning.
Appeals of the environmental
determination must be filed in
writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on
April 8, 201 L Appeals must be
filed in Miting together with the
required fee with· Hearing
Examiner, City of Renton, 1055
South Grady Way, Renton, WA
98057. Appeals to the Examiner
are governed by City of Renton
Municipal Code Section 4.g.
110.B. Add1t10nal 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 April 19, 2011 at 1:00
p.m. to consider the Rezone. lf
the Environmental Determination
is appealed, the appeal will be
heard as part of this public hear·
ing. lnkrested parties are invited
to attend the public hearing.
Published in the Renton Reporter
on March 25. 2011 #473441
LAND USE HEARING SIGN-IN SHEET {a..ne,FireStation ~
PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY
ADDRESS Phone# with area code Email
NAME (including City & Zip) (optional) (optional)
DEPARTMENT OF COMI IJITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER
A. SUMMARY AND PURPOSE OF REQUEST
REPORT DATE:
Project Name:
Owner:
Applicant/Contact:
File Number:
Project Manager:
Project Summary:
Project Location:
Site Area:
April 19, 2011
Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
City of Renton
Peter Renner, Facilities Director-(425)430-6605
LUAll-007, ECF, R
Erika Conkling, AICP -Senior Planner
The applicant is requesting a rezone of a 20,000 sq.ft. parcel that was
formerly the location of Fire Station 13. If approved, the parcel would be
transferred from R-10 (Residential-10 units per net acre) to R-14
(Residential-14 units per net acre).
17040 1081h Ave SE
20,000 sq.ft.
Project Location Map
HEX REPORT 11-007.doc
City of Renton Department of Coe ity & Economic Development Staff Report to the Hearing Examiner
LUA11-007 ECF, R REZONE OF FORMER FIRE STATION 13
Report of April 19, 2011
I 8. EXHIBITS:
Exhibit 1: Master Application Materials
Exhibit 2: Zoning Map
Exhibit 3: Comprehensive Plan Map
Exhibit 4: Aerial Photograph
Exhibit 5: SEPA Checklist
Exhibit 6: SEPA Determination
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C. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Owner(s) of Record:
2. Zoning Designation:
3. Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation:
4. Existing Site Use:
5. Neighborhood Characteristics:
6. Site Area:
7. Critical Areas:
I D. HISTORICAL/BACKGROUND:
City of Renton
Residential -10 du/ac (R-10)
Residential Medium Density
Vacant
Page 2 of 5
There are a mix of uses and zones within one-
quarter mile of this site. The parcels immediately
surrounding are all zoned R-14 and primarily in use
for single-family residences, home-based or small
businesses, and vacant. Beyond the immediate
parcels there are more single-family homes, multi-
family structures, a neighborhood business area to
the north, and a larger business area to the south.
Multiple zones are within the quarter mile area
including R-8, R-10, R-14, CN, and CA.
20,000 sq.ft.
None
In 2007, the City pre-zoned the Benson Hill area in anticipation of annexation. At that time, the Fire
Station 13 property was an extra-territorial island that was already a part of the City of Renton and
had already been assigned a land use designation (RMD) and zone classification (R-10). As a result,
the zoning of this parcel was not considered in the 2007 area wide zoning on the Benson Hill.
When the Benson Hill area annexed into the City of Renton in 2008, the 2007 pre-zoning for this area
was implemented. This resulted in all of the parcels around Fire Station 13 being designated RMD, but
zoned R-14. Fire Station 13 was also transferred to another location, leaving the subject site vacant.
This created a spot-zoning situation in which one parcel was treated differently than others in a similar
circumstance.
HEX REPORT 11-007.doc
City of Renton Department of Con ity & Economic Development
REZONE OF FORMER FIRE STATION 13
Report of April 19, 2011
I E. PUBLIC SERVICES:
1. Utilities
:raff Report to the Hearing Examiner
LUAll-007 ECF, R ·
Page 3 of 5
a. Water and Sewer: This site is located in the Soos Creek Water and Sewer District service boundary.
This site is not located in the Aquifer Protection Zone.
b. Surface/Storm Water: There are existing storm drainage facilities on 108th Ave SE.
2. Streets: The parcel faces 1081
h Ave SE, a minor arterial.
3. Fire Protection: City of Renton Fire Department
F. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE:
1. Chapter 2 Land Use Districts
a. Section 4-2-020: Purpose and Intent of Zoning Districts
2. Chapter 9 Permits -Specific
a. Section 4-9-180: Rezone Process
3. Chapter 11 Definitions
G. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
1. Land Use Element
a. IX. Residential Policies
i. Residential Medium Density Land Use Designation
I H. DEPARTMENT ANALYSIS:
1. Project Description
The applicant is requesting a rezone of a 20,000 sq.ft. parcel that was formerly the location of
Fire Station 13. If approved, the parcel would be transferred from R-10 (Residential-10 units
per net acre) to R-14 (Residential-14 units per net acre).
2. Environmental Review
Pursuant to the City of Renton's Environmental Ordinance and SEPA (RCW 43.21C, 1971 as amended),
on March 21, 2011, the Environmental Review Committee issued a Determination of Non-Significance
(DNS) for this project. A 14-day appeal period commenced on March 25, 2011 and ended on April 8,
2011. No appeals of the threshold determination were filed.
3. Staff Review Comments
Representatives from various city departments have reviewed the application materials to identify and
address issues raised by the proposed development. They identified no issues and documentation of
their response is contained in the official file.
4. Consistency with Rezone Criteria
HEX REPORT 11-007.doc
City of Renton Deportment of Con ity & Economic Development
REZONE OF FORMER FIRE STATION 13
Stoff Report to the Hearing Examiner
LUA11-007 ECF, R
Report of April 19, 2011 Page 4 of 5
Approval of a rezone is subject to decision criteria in RMC 4-0-180 F:
a) The rezone is in the public interest.
It is in the public interest to both eliminate the spot zoning of this property (see b, below), as well
as to increase the development potential of this property, which is owned by a public agency.
b} The rezone tends to further the preservation and enjoyment of any substantial property rights of
the petitioner.
Currently, this parcel could be considered a spot zone in which this property is zoned differently
from other properties in similar circumstances around it. Rezone of the property would eliminate
the spot zone and allow the property owner to enjoy the same development rights as those in the
surrounding parcels.
c) The rezone is not materially detrimental to the public welfare of the properties of other persons
located in the vicinity.
Review of this proposal under SEPA, and by City staff, identified no issues of concern. Future
development of this property will be subject to a project-level review to continue to ensure that it
will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or surrounding property owners.
d) The rezone is consistent with policies set forth in the Comprehensive Plan.
The parcel is located in the Residential Medium Density (RMD) land use designation which is
intended to create the opportunity for a diverse neighborhood with a variety of housing and
ownership options.
Policy LU-163. Areas may be conserved for Residential 14 (R-14) zoning where the site meets
the following criteria:
1) Adjacent to major arterials(s);
2) Adjacent to the Urban Center, Highlands Center Village, or Commercial Corridor
Designations;
3} Part of a designation totaling over 20 acres (acreage may be in separate ownership);
4) Site is buffered from single-family area or other existing, potentially incompatible uses; and
5) Development within the density range and of similar unit type is achievable given
environmental constraints.
Although the site is on a minor arterial, if designated as part of the R-14 area that surrounds it, the
R-14 area is adjacent to State Route 515, a major arterial. The R-14 area as a whole is also adjacent
to a Commercial Corridor designation and totals over 20 acres, meeting the second and third
criteria. Since there are no critical areas, and the surrounding neighborhood already contains a mix
of uses, it is reasonable to expect that development on the site could achieve the required density
range of the R-14 zone (10 to 18 units) while adequately buffering from adjacent uses.
Policy Objective Met D Not Met
e) The rezone was either not considered in the last area wide rezoning, or, since the last area wide
zoning circumstances affecting the subject property have undergone significant and material
change.
HEX REPORT 11-007.doc
City of Renton Department of Con 'ity & Economic Development
REZONE OF FORMER FIRE STATION 13
Report of April 19, 2011
Staff Report to the Hearing Examiner
LUAll-007 ECF, R
Page 5 of 5
This property was not considered in the last area wide zoning in 2007.
5. Consistency with the Zoning Classification
According to policy and RMC 4-2-020H, the R-14 zone is intended to encourage compact urban
development with a mix of units and unit types that are managed with development standards
intended to control bulk and scale and allow for compatibility between uses. This zone allows single
and multi-family residential uses as well as a small number of neighborhood businesses. Although the
site is currently vacant, it could be developed in a manner consistent with the R-14 zone.
I 1. RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the rezone of the parcel that formerly housed Fire Station 13 from R-10 to R-
14.
HEX REPORT 11-007.doc
• City of Renton EXHIBIT 1
LAND USE PERMIT
MASTER APPLICATION
PROPERTY OWNER(S) PROJECT INFORMATION
PROJECT OR DEVELOPMENT NAME:
NAME: City of Renton Fire Station 13 Rezone
ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way
PROJECT/ADDRESS(S)/LOCATION AND ZIP CODE:
17040 108'" Ave SE
Renton, WA 98055
CITY: Renton, WA ZIP: 98057
PARCEL NUMBER: 2923059168
APPLICANT (if other than owner)
NAME:
EXISTING LAND USE(S):
Civic-Vacant Fire Station
COMPANY (if applicable):
PROPOSED LAND USE(S):
Nothing proposed at this time.
EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION:
ADDRESS: Residential Medium Density (RMD)
PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION
CITY: ZIP: (if applicable)
Residential Medium Densitv IRMDl
EXISTING ZONING:
TELEPHONE NUMBER: R-10 (Residential 10 units per net acre)
CONTACT PERSON PROPOSED ZONING (if applicable):
R-14 (Residential 14 units ner net acre)
NAME: Peter Renner
SITE AREA (in square feet):
20,000 square feet (.46 acres)
COMPANY (if applicable): Community Services-Facilities
Division
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PUBLIC ROADWAYS TO BE
DEDICATED:
NIA
ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PRIVATE ACCESS EASEMENTS:
N/A
PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DENSITY IN UNITS PER NET
CITY: Renton, WA ZIP: 98057 ACRE (if applicable)
14 units oer net acre
TELEPHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS: NUMBER OF PROPOSED LOTS (if applicable)
N/A
(425) 430-6605 prenner@rentonwa.gov
NUMBER OF NEW DWELLING UNITS (if applicable):
N/A
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P, IECT INFORMATION (cont-~d) ----'------~-----------~
NUMBER OF EXISTING DWELLING UNITS (if applicable): PROJECT VALUE:N/A
N/A
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS (if applicable): N/A
IS THE SITE LOCATED IN ANY TYPE OF
ENVIRONMENTALLY CRITICAL AREA, PLEASE INCLUDE
SQUARE FOOTAGE (if applicable): No
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): NIA 0 AQUIFIER PROTECTION AREA ONE
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL D AQUIFIER PROTECTION AREA TWO
BUILDINGS (if applicable): N/A
D FLOOD HAZARD AREA sq. ft.
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING NON-RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): N/A D GEOLOGIC HAZARD sq. ft.
NET FLOOR AREA ON NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if D HABITAT CONSERVATION sq. ft.
applicable):N/A 5,076 sq. ft.
D SHORELINE STREAMS & LAKES sq. ft.
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES TO BE EMPLOYED BY THE NEW
PROJECT (if applicable):N/A D WETLANDS sq. ft.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
/Attach legal descriotion on separate sheet with the followina information includedl
SITUATE IN THE SE QUARTER OF SECTION 29 . TOWNSHIP 23 , RANGE 5 IN
THE CITY OF RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON
TYPE OF APPLICATION & FEES
List all land use applications being applied for:
1. Rezone 3.
2. Environmental Review 4.
Staff will calculate applicable fees: $
AFFIDAVIT OF OWNERSHIP
I, (Print Name/s) Peter Renner , declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
Washington that I am (please check one) _the current owner of the property involved in this application or _X_ the authorized representative to
act for a corporation (please attach proof of authorization) and that the foregoing statements and answers herein contained and the information herewith
are in all ~e ects true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. ·
I) " I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that f ;t t-u 'R-hJ o i!f
/~ /~ signed this instrument and acknowledge it to be his/her/their free and voluntary
~ act for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument.
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(Signature of Owner/Representative)
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Roll Yr: 2009
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Land Val: $180,000,00
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PLANNING DIVISION
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST:
City of Renton Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way-Renton, WA 98057
Phone: 425-430-7200 Fax: 425-430-7231
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," "pro.poser," and "affected geographic area," respectively.
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A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Rezone of Fire Station 13
2. Name of applicant: City of Renton
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Peter Renner, 1055 S.
Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057-425-430-6605-prenner@rentonwa.gov
4. Date checklist prepared: February 15, 2011
5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): N/A
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. N/A, property will likely be sold.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal. N/A
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other
proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. N/A
10. List any governmental approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if
known. Rezone approval and environmental review.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the
size of the project and site. Rezone of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14
zoning. This is a 20,000 sq.ft. parcel and all surrounding parcels are zoned R-14. This
parcel was not considered in the area-wide re-zoning of the Benson Hill area in 2007.
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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. This parcel is located at
17040108'h Ave SE, Renton, WA 98055 on tax parcel 2923059168.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. EARTH
a. General description of the site (circle one); flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes,
mountainous, other This site is primarily flat with slopes of
about 15% on a portion of the east end.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope?)
Approximately 15%.
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel,
peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and
note any prime farmland. N/A-the site has been home to a Fire Station and the
majority of the site is paved.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate
vicinity? If so, describe. N/A-non-project action.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill. N/A-nan-project action.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe. NI A-non-project action.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after
project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? N/A-non-project
action.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth,
if any: N/A-non-project action.
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2. AIR
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust,
a·utomobile, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the
project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities
if known. NI A-non-project action.
b. Are there any off-site sources of em1ss1on or odor that may affect your
proposal? If so, generally describe. NIA-non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if
any: NIA-non-project action.
3. WATER
a. Surface Water:
1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site
(including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)?
If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or
river it flows into. No.
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. NIA-non-
project action.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. NIA-non-project action.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. NIA-non-project
action.
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. NIA-non-
project action.
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b. Ground Water:
1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water?
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. N/A-
non-project action.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic
tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial,
containing the following chemicals ... ; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general
size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be
served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are
expected to serve. N/A-non-project action.
c. Water Runoff (including storm water}:
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters, If so, describe. N/A-non-project action.
2) Could waste material enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
NIA-non-project action.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water
impacts, if any: N/A-non-project action.
4. PLANTS
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
X deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
X evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
_X_ shrubs
_X_ grass
__ pasture
crop or grain = wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
__ water plants: water lily, eel grass, milfoil, other
__ other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? N/A-non-
project action.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. N/A-
non-project action.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any: N/A-non-project action .
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5. ANIMALS
a. Circle any birds and anim;:,ls, which have been observed on or near the site or
are known to be on or near the site:
Birds: hawk, heron, eagle~other ________ _
Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other~-,---------
Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other ______ _
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: N/A-non-project
action.
6. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to
meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used
for heating, manufacturing, etc. N/A-non-project action.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe. N/A-non-project action.
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this
proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if
any: N/A-non-project action.
7. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic
chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur
as a result of this proposal? If so, describe. N/A-non-project action.
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. N/A-non-project
action.
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
NIA-non-project action.
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b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for
example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? N/A-non-project action.
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the
project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction,
operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. N/A-
non-project action.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: N/A-non-project
action.
8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The site currently
has a vacant fire station on it. Adjacent properties are large lot residential, with
some smaller Jot residential, home-based businesses, minor commercial
development, and multi-family residential within approximately Jo mile.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. No.
c. Describe any structures on the site. None. Vacant fire station was removed.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? N/A-non-project action.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? R-10 (Residential 10 units
per acre)
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? RMD
(Residential Medium Density).
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. None.
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i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed
project? N/ A-non-project action.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? N/A-
non-project action.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: N/A-non-
project action.
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and
projected land uses and plans, if any: The proposal should ensure better future
compatibility by placing this parcel in the same zone as surrounding parcels.
9. HOUSING
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A-non-project action.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A-non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: N/A-non-
project action.
10. AESTHETICS
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas;
what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed. N/A-non-project
action.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? N/A-non-
project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: N/A-non-
project action.
11. LIGHT AND GLARE
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur? N/A-non-project action.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views? N/A-non-project action.
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c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? N/A-
non-project action.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: N/A-
non-project action.
12. RECREATION
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity? Nane.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so,
describe. N/A-non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including
recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: N/A-
non-project action.
13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national state, or local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally
describe. Na.
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: N/A-non-project
action.
14. TRANSPORTATION
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed
access to the existing stre/ht system. Show on site plans, if any. The site is
served by Benson Rd S./108 Ave SE.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate
distance to the nearest transit stop? No. More than 1 mile.
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c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would
the project eliminate? NIA-non-project action.
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing
roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate
whether public or private? NIA-non-project action.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe. NIA-non-project action.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed
project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. NIA-non-project
action.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: NIA-
non-project action.
15. PUBLIC SERVICES
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example:
fire protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally
describe. NIA-non-project action.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
NI A-non-project action.
16. UTILITIES
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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-non-project action.
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C. SIGNATURE
I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
Washington that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true, correct,
and complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of
non-significance that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any
willful misrepresentation or rJllful lack o full disclosure on my part.
Proponent Signature: _ _:0~~~~:':__l_~~~~----
Name Printed:
Date:
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEETS FOR NON PROJECT ACTIONS
(These sheets should only be used for actions involving decisions on policies, plans and
ro rams. You do not need to fill out these sheets for ro·ect actions.
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction
with the list of the elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of
activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity
or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in
general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air;
production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of
noise? This proposal could result in additional dwelling units being built on this location
at a future date. However, the impacts of those units will not be known until the time of
development.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: Mitigation will be
determined at the time of a project-specific proposal.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? The
proposal would be unlikely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life as the site is
already highly developed.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life
are: N/A for the proposal. Construction related impacts associated with future
development will be analyzed and mitigated at the time of project specific proposal.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? This proposal
could result in additional dwelling units being built on this location at a future date.
However, the impacts of those units will not be known until the time of development.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
Mitigation will be determined at the time of a project-specific proposal.
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or
areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as
parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened· or endangered species habitat,
historic or cultural sites, wetlands, flood plains, or prime farmlands? The project would
be unlikely to affect these types of areas.
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
N/ A-these types of areas are not in the vicinity of this proposal.
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it
would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? This
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proposal could result in additional dwelling units being built on this location ot o future
date. This would be consistent with existing zoning on the surrounding parcels.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: This
proposal should result in better fond use compatibility in the future.
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities? This proposal could result in additional dwelling units being built
on this location at a future date. Impacts associated with those additional units will be
analyzed at the time of a project-specific proposal, but they are not likely to be major
impacts.
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: Mitigation
would be determined at the time of a project-specific proposal.
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws
or requirements for the protection of the environment. No conflicts have been
identified.
SIGNATURE
I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
Washington that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true, correct,
and complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of
non-significance that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any
willful misrepresentation o0illful laclf}ffull disclosure on my part.
Proponent Signature: --~/):J;CZY~~--~---------
Name Printed:
Date: z/q /ir
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NOTICE
OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION AND PUBLIC HEARING
ISSUANCE OFA DITTRMINATlDN OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE {ONS)
POSTED TO Nan FY INTERESTED PERSON5 OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTlON
PROJECT r<IAMt: Ro,one pf f<><mor Fl"' Station 13
PROJECT NUMBflt: UJ.O.U--007,ECf .
LOCATION; 170401!li~ A-....~
DESCfUPnON: E,,.lron"'o~ (nPA) b•I•"' lo, the r<:cono of ,ho i0,000 ,q ft parcol that
w~< the l~lon ofth• 1orm,,r R" 5tad"" 1.3 from R·lO to R-:4 ,on ins,
"n-JE aTY OF RH/TON EN\IIRONMENTAL REVIEW OOMMITTEt (ERC) 11.0.S DETERMINED 11-lAT THE PRDP05Hl
ACTION DOU NOT HAVE ASIGNlfto.NT ADVERSE IMPACT ON THE UWIRONMCNT.
Appuls of the """itonrn<mtal dot~rmlnatlon mu~ be Hied O'l writing on or before 5:00 p.m, on April 8, 2011.
Appo~I, mu<! be f!lod 1n wrlll"!I 101,rth.,. with.the required,,,., with: Hearing e.~miner, Ot-,, .,/ Renton, 105S
South Grady Wi,y, Rl!nton, WA 98057. Appul, ta the f..Gmlnet are IO•erned oy City ol Renton Municipal
Code Section 4-&-llC.B. Addltltmal lniDrma!lan r!!fVdlng the :appeal proc.,., m~y bl! obt•ined from th~
Renton aty Derk's Off«:11, (42.5) 00--6.510.
A PUBUC HEARING WILL BE HELD av THE RENTON HEARING EXAMINER AT HIS REGUL/IR MEETING IN THE
COUNOL CHAMBfft5 ON THE 7™ FLOOR OF CITY HAU, 10SS SOUTH GP.ADY WAY, RENTON. WASHINGTON,
ON APRIL 1.9, 2011 AT 1:00 PM TO CONSIDER THE REZONE. IF TK!; ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION 15
APP EAU 0, THE APPEAL WILL BE HEARD AS PART Of Tl-l!S puauc HEARING.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE crrr OF ilENTON DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUN ITT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT (42S) uo.'noo.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS NOTICE WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION
Pl1>,ue Include the project NUMBER when i:al!lng for proper file Identification.
CERTIFICATION
ExlilBIT B
I, /Gvl S So ~-e-v-. hereby certify that 3 copies of the above document
were posted in _J__ conspicuous places or nearby the described property on
Date:_,,3,_
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NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITIEE AND PUBLIC HEARING
RENTON, WASHINGTON
The Environmental Review Committee has issued a Determination of Non-Significance for the
following project under the authority of the Renton Municipal Code.
Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
LUA 11-007, ECF
Location: 17040 1081h Ave SE. Environmental (SEPA) Review for the rezone of the
20,000 sq.ft. parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 to
_ _R~: 1 zo11ing.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on
April 8, 2011. Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required fee with: Hearing
Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner
are governed by 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 April 19, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. to consider the Rezone. If the Environmental Determination
is appealc~, the appeal will be heard as part of this public hearing. Interested parties are
invited to c'.tend the pt,'Jlic hearing.
Publication Date: March 25, 2011
Account 1-!o. 51067
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
M E M O R A N D U M
April 12, 2011
Peter Renner, Facilities Director
Erika Conkling, Senior Planner
Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
LUAll-007, ECF, R
This is to inform you that the appeal period ended April 8, 2011, for the Environmental
Review Committee's (ERC) Determination of Non-Significance for the above-referenced
project.
No appeals were filed on the ERC determination therefore, this decision is final. Also, a
Hearing Examiner Public Hearing has been scheduled for April 19, 2011, where
conditions may be issued. The applicant or representative(s) of the applicant are
required to be present. Attached for your review is a copy of the Report to the Hearing
Examiner.
If you have any questions, please contact me at x6578.
Attachment
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
HEARING EXAMINER PUBLIC HEARING
April 19, 2011
AGENDA
COMMENCING AT 1:00 PM,
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.
PROJECT NAME: Olympus Villa Preliminary Plat
PROJECT NUMBER: LUAl0-090, ECF, PP
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Preliminary Plat approval for the subdivision of a
6.72 acre parcel into 11 lots for the future construction of single family residences. The project site is
located within the Residential -4 (R-4) dwelling units per acre zoning designation.
PROJECT NAME: Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
PROJECT NUMBER: LUAll-007, ECF, R
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting a rezone of a 20,000 sq.ft. parcel that was formerly
the location of Fire Station 13. If approved, the parcel would be transferred from R-10 (Residential-10
units per net acre) to R-14 (Residential-14 units per net acre).
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY r r City of , . . . ~-C\ ------.-,,.,-1 ··:_ tJ l L 0 J l ~ AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
REPORT TO THE HEARING EXAMINER
A. SUMMARY AND PURPOSE OF REQUEST
REPORT DA TE:
Project Nome:
Owner:
Applicant/Contact:
File Number:
Project Manager:
Project Summary:
Project Location:
Site Area:
April 19, 2011
Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
City of Renton
Peter Renner, Facilities Director-(425)430-6605
LUAll-007, ECF, R
Erika Conkling, AICP -Senior Planner
The applicant is requesting a rezone of a 20,000 sq. ft. parcel that was
formerly the location of Fire Station 13. If approved, the parcel would be
transferred from R-10 (Residential-10 units per net acre) to R-14
(Residential-14 units per net acre).
17040 108'" Ave SE
20,000 sq.ft.
Project Location Map
HEX REPORT 11-007.doc
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City of Renton Deportment of Community & Economic Development
REZONE OF FORMER FIRE STATION 13
Report of April 19, 2011
Staff Report to the Hearing Examiner
LUAll-007 ECF, R
Page 2 of 5
I 8. EXHIBITS: J
Exhibit 1: Master Application Materials
Exhibit 2: Zoning Map
Exhibit 3: Comprehensive Plan Map
Exhibit 4: Aerial Photograph
Exhibit 5: SEPA Checklist
Exhibit 6: SEPA Determination
I C. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Owner(s) of Record:
2. Zoning Designation:
3. Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation:
4. Existing Site Use:
5. Neighborhood Characteristics:
6. Site Area:
7. Critical Areas:
I 0. HISTORICAL/BACKGROUND:
City of Renton
Residential -10 du/ac (R-10)
Residential Medium Density
Vacant
There are a mix of uses and zones within one-
quarter mile of this site. The parcels immediately
surrounding are all zoned R-14 and primarily in use
for single-family residences, home-based or small
businesses, and vacant. Beyond the immediate
parcels there are more single-family homes, multi-
family structures, a neighborhood business area to
the north, and a larger business area to the south.
Multiple zones are within the quarter mile area
including R-8, R-10, R-14, CN, and CA.
20,000 sq.ft.
None
In 2007, the City pre-zoned the Benson Hill area in anticipation of annexation. At that time, the Fire
Station 13 property was an extra-territorial island that was already a part of the City of Renton and
had already been assigned a land use designation (RMD) and zone classification (R-10). As a result,
the zoning ofthis parcel was not considered in the 2007 area wide zoning on the Benson Hill.
When the Benson Hill area annexed into the City of Renton in 2008, the 2007 pre-zoning for this area
was implemented. This resulted in all of the parcels around Fire Station 13 being designated RMD, but
zoned R-14. Fire Station 13 was also transferred to another location, leaving the subject site vacant.
This created a spot-zoning situation in which one parcel was treated differently than others in a similar
circumstance.
HEX REPORT 11-007.doc
' City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development
REZONE OF FORMER FIRE STATION 13
Report of April 19, 2011
Staff Report to the Hearing Examiner
LUAll-007 ECF, R
Page 3 of 5
I E. PUBLIC SERVICES:
1. Utilities
a. Water and Sewer: This site is located in the Soos Creek Water and Sewer District service boundary.
This site is not located in the Aquifer Protection Zone.
b. Surface/Storm Water: There are existing storm drainage facilities on 108'" Ave SE.
2. Streets: The parcel faces 108'" Ave SE, a minor arterial.
3. Fire Protection: City of Renton Fire Department
F. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE:
1. Chapter 2 Land Use Districts
a. Section 4-2-020: Purpose and Intent of Zoning Districts
2. Chapter 9 Permits -Specific
a. Section 4-9-180: Rezone Process
3. Chapter 11 Definitions
G. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
1. Land Use Element
a. IX. Residential Policies
i. Residential Medium Density Land Use Designation
I H. DEPARTMENT ANALYSIS:
1. Project Description
The applicant is requesting a rezone of a 20,000 sq.ft. parcel that was formerly the location of
Fire Station 13. If approved, the parcel would be transferred from R-10 (Residential-10 units
per net acre) to R-14 (Residential-14 units per net acre).
2. Environmental Review
Pursuant to the City of Renton's Environmental Ordinance and SEPA (RCW 43.21C, 1971 as amended),
on March 21, 2011, the Environmental Review Committee issued a Determination of Non-Significance
(DNS) for this project. A 14-day appeal period commenced on March 25, 2011 and ended on April 8,
2011. No appeals of the threshold determination were filed.
3. Staff Review Comments
Representatives from various city departments have reviewed the application materials to identify and
address issues raised by the proposed development. They identified no issues and documentation of
their response is contained in the official file.
4. Consistency with Rezone Criteria
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City of Renton Deportment of Community & Economic Development
REZONE OF FORMER FIRE STATION 13
Staff Report to the Hearing Examiner
LUAll-007 ECF, R
Report of April 19, 2011 Page4of5
Approval of a rezone is subject to decision criteria in RMC 4-0-180 F:
a) The rezone is in the public interest.
It is in the public interest to both eliminate the spot zoning of this property (see b, below), as well
as to increase the development potential of this property, which is owned by a public agency.
b} The rezone tends to further the preservation ond enjoyment of any substantial property rights of
the petitioner.
Currently, this parcel could be considered a spot zone in which this property is zoned differently
from other properties in similar circumstances around it. Rezone of the property would eliminate
the spot zone and allow the property owner to enjoy the same development rights as those in the
surrounding parcels.
c) The rezone is not materially detrimental to the public welfare of the properties of other persons
located in the vicinity.
Review of this proposal under SEPA, and by City staff, identified no issues of concern. Future
development of this property will be subject to a project-level review to continue to ensure that it
will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or surrounding property owners.
d) The rezone is consistent with policies set forth in the Comprehensive Plan.
The parcel is located in the Residential Medium Density (RM D) land use designation which is
intended to create the opportunity for a diverse neighborhood with a variety of housing and
ownership options.
Policy LU-163. Areas may be conserved for Residential 14 (R-14} zoning where the site meets
the following criteria:
1} Adjacent to major arteriols(s);
2) Adjacent to the Urban Center, Highlands Center Village, or Commercial Corridor
Designations;
3} Part of a designation totaling over 20 acres (acreage may be in separate ownership);
4) Site is buffered from single-family area or other existing, potentially incompatible uses; and
5) Development within the density range and of similar unit type is achievable given
environmental constraints.
Although the site is on a minor arterial, if designated as part of the R-14 area that surrounds it, the
R-14 area is adjacent to State Route 515, a major arterial. The R-14 area as a whole is also adjacent
to a Commercial Corridor designation and totals over 20 acres, meeting the second and third
criteria. Since there are no critical areas, and the surrounding neighborhood already contains a mix
of uses, it is reasonable to expect that development on the site could achieve the required density
range of the R-14 zone (10 to 18 units) while adequately buffering from adjacent uses.
Policy Objective Met D Not Met
e) The rezone was either not considered in the last area wide rezoning, or, since the last area wide
zoning circumstances affecting the subject property have undergone significant and material
change.
HEX REPORT 11-007.doc
' City of Renton Deportment of Community & Economic Development
REZONE OF FORMER FIRE STATION 13
Report of April 19, 2011
Stoff Report to the Hearing Examiner
LUAll-007 £CF, R
Page 5 of 5
This property was not considered in the last area wide zoning in 2007.
5. Consistency with the Zoning Classification
According to policy and RMC 4-2-020H, the R-14 zone is intended to encourage compact urban
development with a mix of units and unit types that are managed with development standards
intended to control bulk and scale and allow for compatibility between uses. This zone allows single
and multi-family residential uses as well as a small number of neighborhood businesses. Although the
site is currently vacant, it could be developed in a manner consistent with the R-14 zone.
j 1. RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the rezone of the parcel that formerly housed Fire Station 13 from R-10 to R-
14.
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• .. City of Renton EXHIBIT 1
LAND USE PERMIT
MASTER APPLICATION
PROPERTY OWNER(S) PROJECT INFORMATION
PROJECT OR DEVELOPMENT NAME:
NAME: City of Renton Fire Station 13 Rezone
ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way
PROJECT/ADDRESS(S)/LOCATION AND ZIP CODE:
17040 108th Ave SE
Renton, WA 98055
CITY: Renton, WA ZIP: 98057
PARCEL NUMBER: 2923059168
APPLICANT (if other than owner)
NAME:
EXISTING LAND USE(S):
Civic-Vacant Fire Station
COMPANY (if applicable):
PROPOSED LAND USE(S):
Nothing proposed at this time.
ADDRESS:
EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION:
Residential Medium Density (RMD)
PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION
. CITY: ZIP: (if applicable)
Residential Medium Densitv <RMDl
EXISTING ZONING:
TELEPHONE NUMBER: R-10 (Residential 10 units per net acre)
CONTACT PERSON PROPOSED ZONING (if applicable):
R-14 (Residential 14 units oer net acre)
NAME: Peter Renner
SITE AREA (in square feet):
20,000 square feet (.46 acres)
COMPANY (if applicable): Community Services-Facilities
Division
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PUBLIC ROADWAYS TO BE
DEDICATED:
NIA
ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PRIVATE ACCESS EASEMENTS:
N/A
CITY: Renton, WA ZIP: 98057
PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DENSITY IN UNITS PER NET
ACRE (if applicable)
14 units per net acre
TELEPHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS: NUMBER OF PROPOSED LOTS (if applicable)
(425) 430-6605 prenner@rentonwa.gov
N/A
NUMBER OF NEW DWELLING UNITS (if applicable):
N/A
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Property Profile Summary Report
ACCOUNT INFORMATION
Acct No: 292305916804
ASSESSMENT AND TAX INFORMATION
Levy Code: 2132
Parcel No: 2923059168
Taxpayer: RENTON CITY OF
Mail Addr: 1055 S GRADY WAY
RENTON WA 98055
Plat Name:
Tax Status: EXEMPT
Roll Yr: 2009
New Cnstr: NO
Land Val: $180,000.00
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PLANNING DIVISION
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST:
City of Renton Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way-Renton, WA 98057
Phone: 425-430-7200 Fax: 425-430-7231
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 prnposals, 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: Rezone of Fire Station 13
2. Name of applicant: City of Renton
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Peter Renner, 1055 5.
Grady Woy, Renton, WA 98057-425-430-6605-prenner@rentonwa.gov
4. Date checklist prepared: February 15, 2011
5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): N/A
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. N/A, property will likely be sold.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal. NIA
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other
proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. N/A
10. List any governmental approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if
known. Rezone approval and environmental review.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the
size of the project and site. Rezone of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14
zoning. This is a 20,000 sq.ft. parcel and all surrounding parcels are zoned R-14. This
parcel was not considered in the area-wide re-zoning of the Benson Hill area in 2007.
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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. This parcel is located at
17040 lOB'h Ave SE, Renton, WA 98055 on tox parcel 2923059168.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. EARTH
a. General description of the site (circle one); flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes,
mountainous, other This site is primarily flat with slopes of
about 1S% on o portion of the east end.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope?)
Approximately 15%.
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel,
peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and
note any prime farmland. N/A-the site has been home to a Fire Station and the
majority of the site is paved.
d. Are there surface indications· or history of unstable soils in the immediate
vicinity? If so, describe. N/A-non-project action.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill. N/A-nan-project action.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe. NI A-non-project action.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after
project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? N/A-nan-project
action.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth,
if any: N/A-non-project action .
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2. AIR
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust,
automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the
project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities
if known. N/A-non-project action.
b. Are there any off-site sources of em1ss1on or odor that may affect your
proposal? If so, generally describe. N/A-non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if
any: N/A-non-project action.
3. WATER
a. Surface Water;
1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site
(including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)?
If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or
river it flows into. No.
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the
described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. N/A-non-
project action.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. N/A-non-project action.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. N/A-non-project
action.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note location on the
site plan. 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. N/A-non-
project action.
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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. NIA·
non-project action.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic
tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial,
containing the following chemicals ... ; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general
size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be
served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are·
expected to serve. NIA-non-project action.
c. Water Runoff (including storm water}:
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters, If so, describe. NIA-non-project action.
2) Could waste material enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
NIA-non-project action.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water
impacts, if any: N/A-non-project action.
4. PLANTS
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
_X_ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
_X_ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
_X_ shrubs
_X_ grass
__ pasture
__ crop or grain
__ 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? NIA· non-
project action.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. NIA·
non-project action.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any: NI A· non-project action.
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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: hawk, heron, eagle~other ________ _
Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other~~--------
Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other ______ _
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: NIA-non-project
action.
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-non-project action.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe. NIA-non-project action.
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this
proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if
any: NIA-non-project action.
7. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic
chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur
as a result of this proposal? If so, describe. NIA-non-project action.
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. NIA-non-project
action.
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
NIA-non-project action.
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b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for
example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? N/A-non-project action.
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the
project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction,
operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. N/A-
non-project action.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: N/A-non-project
action.
8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The site currently
has a vacant fire station on it. Adjacent properties are forge lot residential, with
some smaller lot residential, home-based businesses, minor commercial
development, and multi-family residential within approximately% mile.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. No.
c. Describe any structures on the site. None. Vacant fire station was removed.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? N/A-non-project action.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? R-10 (Residential 10 units
per acre)
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? RMD
(Residential Medium Density).
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. None.
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i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed
project? N/ A-non-project action.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? N/A-
non-project action.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: N/A-non-
project action.
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and
projected land uses and plans, if any: The proposal should ensure better future
compatibility by placing this parcel in the some zone as surrounding parcels.
9. HOUSING
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A-non-project action.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A-non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: N/A-non-
project action.
10. AESTHETICS
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas;
what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed. N/A-non-project
action.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? N/A-non-
project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: N/A-non-
project action.
11. LIGHT AND GLARE
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur? N/A-non-project action.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views? N/A-non-project action.
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c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? N/A-
non-project action.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: N/A-
non-project action.
12. RECREATION
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity? None.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so,
describe. N/A-non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including
recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: N/A-
non-project action.
13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national state, or local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally
describe. 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: N/A-non-project
action.
14. TRANSPORTATION
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed
access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. The site is
served by Benson Rd S./108th Ave SE.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate
distance to the nearest transit stop? No. More than 1 mile.
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c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would
the project eliminate? N/A-non-project action.
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing
roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate
whether public or private? N/A-non-project action.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe. N/A-non-project action.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed
project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. N/A-non-project
action.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: N/A-
non-project action.
15. PUBLIC SERVICES
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example:
fire protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally
describe. NIA-non-project action.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
N/A-non-project action.
16. UTI LIT! ES
a.
b.
Circle · · · · at the site: celedricity, natural gas, wat9
e use service, telephone, sanitary sewe , eptic sysfe111, otl.eF.
Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the
service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate
vicinity which might be needed. N/A-non-project action.
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C. SIGNATURE
I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
Washington that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true, correct,
and complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of
non-significance that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any
willful misrepresentation or rJllful lack o full disclosure on my part.
Proponent Signature: __ _!V,e~',t;Ci:Y~=:::::__l!!:_~~~-----
Name Printed:
Date:
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEETS FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(These sheets should only be used for actions involving decisions on policies, plans and
ro rams. You do not need to fill out these sheets for ro·ect actions.)
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction
with the list of the elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of
activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity
or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in
general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air;
production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of
noise? This proposal could result in additional dwelling units being built on this location
at a future date. However, the impacts of those units will not be known until the time of
development.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: Mitigation will be
determined at the time of a project-specific proposal.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? The
proposal would be unlikely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life as the site is
already highly developed.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life
are: N/A for the proposal. Construction related impacts associated with future
development will be analyzed and mitigated at the time of project specific proposal.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? This proposal
could result in additional dwelling units being built on this location at a future date.
However, the impacts af those units will not be known until the time of development.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
Mitigation will be determined at the time af a project-specific proposal.
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or
areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as
parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened ·or endangered species habitat,
historic or cultural sites, wetlands, flood plains, or prime farmlands? The project would
be unlikely to affect these types of areas.
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
N/A-these types of areas are not in the vicinity of this proposal.
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it
would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? This
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proposal could result in additional dwelling units being built on this location at a future
date. This would be consistent with existing zoning on the surrounding parcels.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: This
proposal should result in better land use compatibility in the future.
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities? This proposal could result in additional dwelling units being built
on this location at a future date. Impacts associated with those additional units will be
analyzed at the time of a project-specific proposal, but they are not likely to be major
impacts.
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: Mitigation
would be determined at the time of a project-specific proposal.
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws
or requirements for the protection of the environment. No conflicts have been
identified.
SIGNATURE
I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
Washington that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true, correct,
and complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of
non-significance that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any
willful misrepresentation 071illful lac ffull disclosure on my part.
Proponent Signature: _ _!(tl,'.'J;:CZY~i:::~-.':~~~~-----
Name Printed:
Date:
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
EXHIBIT 6
ENVIRONMENTAL {SEPA) DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE {DNS)
APPLICATION NUMBER:
APPLICANT:
PROJECT NAME:
LUA 11-007, ECF
City of Renton
Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the rezone of
the 20,000 sq ft parcel that was the location of the former Fire Station 13 from R-10 to R-14 zoning.
LOCATION OF PROPOSAL:
LEAD AGENCY:
17040 108'" Ave SE
City of Renton
Environmental Review Committee
Department of Community & Economic Development
This Determination of Non-Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be
involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 8, 2011. Appeals
must be filed in writing together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way,
Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by 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.
PUBLICATION DATE:
DATE OF DECISION:
SIGNATURES:
Gregg Zimmerman, Administrator
Public Works Department
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Terry Higashiyama, Administrator
Community Services Department
March 25, 2011
March 21, 2011
Date
Fire & Emergency Services
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See Attached
(Signature of Sender):
STATE OF WASHINGTON
COUNTY OF KING
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Properties within 300'
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I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that Erika Conkling
signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for the uses and purposes
mentioned in the instrument.
Notary (Print): ___ ___::f-lc.:..· _:A:c..:._. _Goc·.'..<.,cC'-=· ·:.,· ·~-------------
My appointment expires: {\ \J.4 V"'>\ ;;i q a.o 11
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LEONARD C DIFRANCESCO
10801 SE 170TH ST
RENTON, WA 98055
CHARLES D WILLIAMS
17015 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
DONALD R+SYDNEY J NIEMI
17020 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
YAOTATEUNG
17029 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
MB Investments
Chatham WR
1851 Central Pl S #225
Kent ,WA 98030
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RENTON;WA 98055
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JONELLE LORANGER
17014108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
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DONALD RICHARD+SYDNEY NIEMI
17022 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
MARGERY SUBIC
17033 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
RENTON, WA 98055
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17023 108TH AVE SE
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CITY OF RENTON
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT· PLANNING DIVISION
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAILING
On the 24th day of March, 2011, I deposited in the mails of the United States, a sealed envelope containing ERC
Determination documents. This information was sent to:
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Name Representing
Agencies See Attached
Peter Renner -City of Renton Owner/ Applicant/Contact
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'11 • ~OF ... ~ ,:,; I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that Stacy M. Tucker 111,1h ,..,,~'"'
signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for l~~t\~s and purposes
mentioned in the instrument.
Dated: 1Y) Ok i, 'J 4 ;)()\I
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Notary (Print): ____ ....ui~. ~'Cle..· _.. ..... ="---------------
My appointment expires: A '-":')" s+ .') '/ ;) C 1]
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r<\Project Name:Xt Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
template • affidavit of service by mailing
Dept. of Ecology •
Environmental Review Section
PO Box47703
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
Olympia, 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
201 South Jackson Street KSC-TR-0431
Seattle, WA 98104-3856
Seattle Public Utilities
Real Estate Services
Attn: SEPA Coordinator
700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 4900
PO Box 34018
Seattle, WA 98124-4018
AGENCY (DOE) LETTER MAILING
(ERC DETERMINATIONS)
WDFW -Larry Fisher*
1775 12th Ave. NW Suite 201
Issaquah, WA 98027
Duwamish Tribal Office •
4717 W Marginal Way SW
Seattle, WA 98106-1514
KC Wastewater Treatment Division •
Environmental Planning Supervisor
Ms. Shirley Marroquin
201 s. Jackson ST, MS KSC-NR-050
Seattle, WA 98104-3855
City of Newcastle
Attn: Steve Roberge
Director of Community Development
13020 Newcastle Way
Newcastle, WA 98059
Puget Sound Energy
Municipal Liaison Manager
Joe Jainga
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Fisheries Dept. •
Attn: Karen Walter or SEPA Reviewer
39015 -172nd Avenue SE
Auburn, WA 98092
Muckleshoot Cultural Resources Program•
Attn: Ms Melissa Calvert
39015 172"' Avenue SE
Auburn, WA 98092-9763
Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation*
Attn: Gretchen Kaehler
PO Box48343
Olympia, WA 98504-8343
City of Kent
Attn: Mr. Fred Satterstrom, AICP
Acting Community Dev. Director
220 Fourth Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032-5895
City of Tukwila
Steve Lancaster, Responsible Official
6200 Southcenter Blvd.
PO Box 90868, MS: XRD-OlW Tukwila, WA 98188
Bellevue, WA 98009--0868
*Note: If the Notice of Application states that it is an "Optional DNS", the marked agencies and cities
will need to be sent a copy of the checklist, Site Plan PMT, and the notice of application.
template -affidavit of service by mailing
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NOTICE
OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION AND PUBLIC HEARING
ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERHTID PEF\SONS OF AN ENVIAONMENTALACTION
PIIOJECT NAME:
PIIOJECT NUMBD.:
LOCATION:
llnone of Fomicr '9n, st.Han H
lUA.11-0(17,ECf
11040 LOI" AVI SE
OfSCIIPTIDN, Envlmn..,.ntal l5EPA) R•¥1ew for the ra,ane of tt.e W,llOO ,q ft ~rcol thot
••• lh• locaUl)II of the former Fl .. Station 13 from 11·10ta ll-14 1onlnc,
nlE OT'r' OF RENTON EIWl!l.ONMENTAL REVIEW COMMIITEE (me) HAS DETERMINfD THAT THE PROt'OSEO
AC'110N DOH NOT HA\/( A SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT.
Appeals oftha envfronmental determlnatl<>n must be Hied In wrltlnJ on or bafon, 5:00 p.m. on Apfil a, 20n.
Appeals must be nl•d In wrltln1 to1etherwl1h Iha requlr11d ftt with: Hurln1 Examln•r, City of Rtnton, 1055
South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appta/i ta th• Enmln"' art gav•rned by Cty ar Rantan Munlclpal
Cad• S.<t!<>n 4-3-110.8. Addltlana( lnfarmatlan rtgard!ns the 3fll)U! pra<"» may be abtained from the
Rentan Cty Ouk'• Offlai, (425) 430-6.510.
A PUOUC HEARING WILL BE HHO BY TI-lE RENTON HEARING EXAMINER AT HIS REGULAR MEETING IN THE
COUNCIL CHAM13El'.S ON THE ITH fL00/1 OF CfTY HALL, 1055 SOUTK GRADY WAY, /IENTON. WASHINGTON,
ON APRIL 19, 2011 AT 1:00 PM TO CONSIOE/1 THE REZONE. IF THE ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION IS
APPEALED, TliE APPEAL Will BE HEARD A5 PA.f\TOF THIS PUBLIC HEARING
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE C!TY OF RENTON, DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT l42S) 430~7200.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS NOTICE WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION
Please Include the project NUMBER when calt!ng for proper flle Jdentlflcatlon.
CERTIFICATION
I, kM S 5 o ~-e..v,. hereby certify that 3 copies of the above document
were posted in _l_ conspicuous places or nearby the described property on
Date: .3 / 2 ~ / l l r • Signed:. __ ~..::__"'"_"'-~----------
STATE OF WASHINGTON
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COUNTY OF KING
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OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION AND PUBLIC HEARING
ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
PROJECT NAME:
PROJECT NUMBER:
LOCATION:
Rezone of Former Fire Station B
LUAll--007, ECF
17040 1081h Ave SE
DESCRIPTION: Environmental (SEPA) Review for the rezone of the 20,000 sq ~ parcel that
was the location of the former Fire Station 13 from R-10 to R-14 zoning.
THE CITY OF RENTON ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMIITEE (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 p.m. on April 8, 2011.
Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055
South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by 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 APRIL 19, 2011 AT 1:00 PM TO CONSIDER THE REZONE. 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, DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT (425) 430-7200.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS NOTICE WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION
Please include the project NUMBER when calling for proper file identification.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
M E M O R A N D U M
March 24, 2011
Peter Renner, Facilities Director-Community Services
Erika Conkling, Senior Planner-Planning Division ~
Environmental Threshold (SEPA) Determination
Rezone of Former Fire Station 13 / LUAll-007
This memo is written on behalf of the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) and is to
inform you that they have completed their review of the environmental impacts of the
above-referenced project. The Committee, on March 21, 2011, decided that your
project will be issued a Determination of Non-Significance. Please see the attached ERC
Report and Decision for more details.
The City of Renton ERC has determined that it does not have a probable significant
adverse impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement {EIS) is not
required under RCW 43.21C.030{2)(c). This decision was made by the ERC under the
authority of Section 4-6-6, Renton Municipal Code, after review of a completed
environmental checklist and other information, on file with the lead agency. This
information is available to the public on request.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00
p.m. on April 8, 2011. Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required fee
with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057.
Appeals to the Examiner are governed by City of Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-
110.B. Additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the
City Clerk's Office, (425) 430-6510.
If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing date will be set and all
parties notified.
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Denis Law
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Washington State
Department of Ecology
Environmental Review Section
PO Box47703
Department of Community and Economic Development
Alex Pietsch, Administrator
Olympia, WA 98504-7703
Subject: ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION
Transmitted herewith is a copy of the Environmental Determination for the following
project reviewed by the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) on March 21, 2011:
DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE
PROJECT NAME: Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
PROJECT NUMBER: LUAll-007, ECF
LOCATION: 17040 1081h Avenue SE
DESCRIPTION: Environmental (SEPA) Review for the rezone of the 20,000
sq ft parcel that was the location of the former Fire Station 13 from R-10 to R-14
zoning.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00
p.m. on April 8, 2011. Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required fee
with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057.
Appeals to the Examiner are governed by 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.
Please refer to the enclosed Notice of Environmental Determination for complete details.
If you have questions, please call me at (425} 430-6578.
For the Environmental Review Committee,
Erika Conkling
Senior Planner
Enclosure
cc: King County Wastewater Treatment Division
Boyd Powers, Department of Natural Resources
Karen Walter, Fisheries, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
Melissa Calvert, Muckleshoot Cultural Resources Program
Gretchen Kaehler, Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation
Ramin Pazooki, WSDOT, NW Region
Larry Fisher, WDFW
Duwamish Tribal Office
US Army Corp. of Engineers
Renton City Hall • 1055 South Grady Way • Renton, Washington 98057 • rentonwa.gov
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
APPLICATION NUMBER:
APPLICANT:
PROJECT NAME:
LUA 11-007, ECF
City of Renton
Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the rezone of
the 20,000 sq ft parcel that was the location of the former Fire Station 13 from R-10 to R-14 zoning.
LOCATION OF PROPOSAL:
LEAD AGENCY:
17040 1081h Ave SE
City of Renton
Environmental Review Committee
Department of Community & Economic Development
This Determination of Non-Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be
involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on April 8, 2011. Appeals
must be filed in writing together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way,
Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by 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.
PUBLICATION DATE:
DATE OF DECISION:
SIGNATURES:
Gregg Zimmerman, Administrator
Public Works Department
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Terry Higashiyama, Administrator
Community Services Department
March 25, 2011
March 21, 2011
Date
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT
ERC MEETING DA TE:
Project Name:
Owner:
Applicant:
Contact:
File Number:
Praject Manager:
Project Summary:
Project Location:
Exist. Bldg. Area SF:
Site Area:
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION:
March 21, 2011
Former Fire Station 13 Rezone
City of Renton
City of Renton
Peter Renner x6605
LUA 11-007, ECF
Erika Conkling x 6578
Applicant is requesting a Rezone and Environmental Review (SEPA) for the
rezone of the 20,000 sq.ft. parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13
from R-10 to R-14 zoning.
17040 1081h Ave SE
N/A Proposed New Bldg. Area (footprint): N/A
Proposed New Bldg. Area {gross): N/A
20,000 sq.ft. Total Building Area GSF: N/ A
Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a
Determination of Non-Significance (DNS).
Project Location Map
ERC Report 11-007.docx
-City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Environmental Review Committee Report
LUA 11-007, ECF FORMER FIRE STATION 13 REZONE
Report of March 21, 2011 Page 2 of3
PART ONE: PROJECT DESCRIPTION/ BACKGROUND
The City requests the rezone of the 20,000 sq.ft. parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13
from R-10 (Residential-10 units per net acre) to R-14 (Residential-14 units per net acre) zoning. This
property is designated for RMD (Residential Medium Density) in the Comprehensive Plan. Both R-10 and
R-14 are implementing zones ofthe RMD land use designation.
In 2007, the City pre-zoned the Benson Hill area in anticipation of annexation. At that time, the Fire
Station 13 property was an extra-territorial island that was already a part of the City of Renton and had
already been assigned a land use designation (RMD) and zone classification (R-10). As a result, the zoning
of this parcel was not considered in the 2007 area wide zoning on the Benson Hill. When the zoning for
the surrounding area was implemented upon annexation into the City of Renton, all of the parcels
surrounding the Fire Station 13 property were designated RMD but zoned R-14. This created a spot-zoning
situation in which one parcel was treated differently than others in a similar circumstance.
Rezoning this parcel is consistent with the RMD land use designation and will eliminate the spot zone. It
represents a small increase in intensity that could result in up to two additional dwelling units, or the use
of the property for some small commercial uses. There are no anticipated impacts from this change at a
programmatic level. Impacts related to the development of the parcel may be mitigated at the time of
project specific development.
i PART TWO: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
In compliance with RCW 43.21C.240, the following environmental (SEPA) review addresses only those
project impacts that are not adequately addressed under existing development standards and
environmental regulations.
A. Environmental Threshold Recommendation
Based on analysis of probable impacts from the proposal, staff recommends that the Responsible
Officials:
B. Mitigation Measures
None.
C. Exhibits
None.
D. Environmental Impacts
Issue a DNS with a 14-day Appeal Period.
The Proposal was circulated and reviewed by various City Departments and Divisions ta 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 unlikely to have impacts.
ERC Report 11-007.docx
City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development
FORMER FIRE STATION 13 REZONE
Report of March 21, 2011
E. Comments of Reviewing Departments
Environmental Review Committee Report
LUA 11-007, ECF
Page 3 of3
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.
Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Appeals of the environmental determination must be
filed in writing on or before 5:00 PM, April 8, 2011.
Renton Municipal Code Section 4-8-110.B governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner. Appeals must be filed
in writing at the City Clerk's office along with the required fee. Additional information regarding the
appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk's Office, Renton City Hall -7th Floor, 1055 S. Grady
Way, Renton WA 98057.
ERC Report 11-007.docx
City of R.nton Department of Community & Economic Development
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: ,r,,.J·. r 1,y ,u,
APPLICATION NO: LUAll-007, ECF
APPLICANT: City of Renton
PROJECT TITLE: Rezone of Former Fire Station 13
SITE AREA: 20,000 square feet
LOCATION: 17040 108'h Avenue SE
COMMENTS DUE: MARCH 11, 2011
DATE CIRCULATED: FEBRUARY 25, 2011
PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conkling
PROJECT REVIEWER: Kayren Kittrick
EXISTING BLDG AREA (gross): N/A
PROPOSED BLDG AREA (gross) N/A
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SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Rezone and Environmental (SEPA) review for the rezone of the 20,000
square foot parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14 zoning. Location: 17040 108th Avenue
SE.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housinn
Air Aesthetics
Water liaht/Glare
Plants . Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use . Utilities
Animals Transnortation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/ Historic/Cultural
Natural Resources Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
B. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS
City of Renton Department af Community & Economic Deve,v,_ment
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: . J ~IL t. COMMENTS DUE: MARCH 11, 2011
APPLICATION NO: LUAll-007, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: FEBRUARY 25, 2011
APPLICANT: City of Renton PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conkling
PROJECT TITLE: Rezone of Former Fire Station 13 PROJECT REVIEWER: Kayren Kittrick
SITE AREA: 20,000 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (gross): N/A
LOCATION: 17040 108th Avenue SE PROPOSED BLDG AREA (gross) N/A
· SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Rezone and Environmental (SEPA) review for the rezone of the 20,000
square foot parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14 zoning. Location: 17040 108th Avenue
SE.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major. Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housina
Air Aesthetics
Water Liaht/Glare
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use Utilities
Animals Transnartation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/
Natural Resources
Historic/Cultural
Preservation
Airport Environment
10~000 Feet
14,000 Feet
8. POLICY-RELA TEO COMMENTS
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C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS
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We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact
or areas where additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal. c~
Signature of Director or Authorized Representative Date I
City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Deve,opment
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REv1Ew1NG DEPARTMENT, E.:: __ cni'·n''iic. ·nc-::cv COMMENTS DUE: MARCH 11, 2011
APPLICATION NO: LUAll-007, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: FEBRUARY 25, 2011
APPLICANT: City of Renton PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conkling
PROJECT TITLE: Rezone of Former Fire Station 13 PROJECT REVIEWER: Kayren Kittrick
SITE AREA: 20,000 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (gross): N/A
LOCATION: 17040 1081
h Avenue SE PROPOSED BLDG AREA (gross) N/A
· SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Rezone and Environmental (SEPA) review for the rezone of the 20,000
square foot parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14 zoning. Location: 17040 108th Avenue
SE.
A.· ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Nan-Cade) COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housina
Air Aesthetics
Water LiffhtlG/are
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use
Animals
Utilities
Transnartation
Environmental Health
Energy/
Natural Resources
Public Services
Historic/Cultural
Preservation
Airport 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 information is needed to properly assess this proposal.
City of Ren,on Department of Community & Economic Deve,opment
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REv1Ew1NG DEPARTMENT, Pla,r. Rev, Gv.J COMMENTS DUE: MARCH 11, 2011
APPLICATION NO: LUAll-007, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: FEBRUARY 25, 2011
APPLICANT: City of Renton PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conkling
PROJECT TITLE: Rezone of Former Fire Station 13 PROJECT REVIEWER: Kayren Kittrick
SITE AREA: 20,000 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (gross): N/A
LOCATION: 17040 1081
h Avenue SE PROPOSED BLDG AREA (gross) N/A
-SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Rezone and Environmental (SEPAi review for the rezone of the 20,000
square foot parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14 zoning. Location: 17040 108th Avenue
SE.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Mo/or Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housinn
Air
Water
Aesthetics
Linht/Glare
Plants . Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use
Animafs
Utilities
Tranmortation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/
Natural Resources
Historic/Cultural
Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
B. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS
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C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS
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We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact
or areas where additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal.
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City of Ren,on Department of Community & Economic Deve,opment
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
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REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: , f[ci ,:""' rt-rc:h r,() COMMENTS DUE: MARCH 11, 2011
' APPLICATION NO: LUAll-007, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: FEBRUARY 25, 2011
APPLICANT: City of Renton PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conkling
PROJECT TITLE: Rezone of Former Fire Station 13 PROJECT REVIEWER: Kayren Kittrick ;.-,•
SITE AREA: 20,000 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (gross): N/A .
LOCATION: 17040 108th Avenue SE PROPOSED BLDG AREA (gross) N/A
.
-SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Rezone and Environmental (SEPA) review for the rezone of the 20,000
square foot parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14 zoning. Location: 17040 108th Avenue
SE.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code} COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housino
Air Aesthetics
Water Unht/Glare
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use Utilities
Animals Transoortation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/
Natural Resources
Historic/Cultural
Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet .
B. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS
Iv~
We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact
or areas where additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal.
DatJ '
City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Deve,opment
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT, t1JYV1.Sfruch 1 ,r1 COMMENTS DUE: MARCH 11, 2011
APPLICATION NO: LUAll-007, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: FEBRUARY 25, 2011
APPLICANT: City of Renton PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conkling
PROJECT TITLE: Rezone of Former Fire Station 13 PROJECT REVIEWER: Kayren Kittrick
SITE AREA: 20,000 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (gross): N/A
LOCATION: 17040 108'" Avenue SE PROPOSED BLDG AREA (gross) N/A ' ''
· SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Rezone and Environmental (SEPA) review for the rezone of the 20,000
square foot parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14 zoning. Location: 17040 108th Avenue
SE.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code) COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housinn
Air Aesthetics
Water U11ht/Glare
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use Utilities
Animals Transnortation
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/
Natural Resources
Historic/Cultural
Preservation
Airport En11ironment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
8. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS
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We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact
re additio~~I i_';~tion is ne,edeef.to properly assess this proposal,
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Date
City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development
ENVIRONMENTAL & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION REVIEW SHEET
REVIEWING DEPARTMENT: COMMENTS DUE: MARCH 11, 2011
•
APPLICATION NO: LUAll-007, ECF DATE CIRCULATED: FEBRUARY 25, 2011
APPLICANT: City of Renton PROJECT MANAGER: Erika Conkling
PROJECT TITLE: Rezone of Former Fire Station 13 PROJECT REVIEWER: Kayren Kittrick
SITE AREA: 20,000 square feet EXISTING BLDG AREA (gross): N/A
LOCATION: 17040 108'" Avenue SE PROPOSED BLDG AREA (gross) N/A
SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Rezone and Environmental (SEPA) review for the rezone of the 20,000
square foot parcel that was the location of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14 zoning. Location: 17040 108th Avenue
SE.
A. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (e.g. Non-Code} COMMENTS
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Element of the Probable Probable More
Environment Minor Major Information
Impacts Impacts Necessary
Earth Housinn
Air Aesthetics
Water Unht!G/are
Plants Recreation
Land/Shoreline Use Utilities
Animals Transoortotion
Environmental Health Public Services
Energy/ Historic/Cultural
Natural Resources Preservation
Airport Environment
10,000 Feet
14,000 Feet
8. POLICY-RELATED COMMENTS
C. CODE-RELATED COMMENTS
We have reviewed this application with particular attention to those areas in which we have expertise and have identified areas of probable impact
or areas where additional information is needed to properly assess this proposal.
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Signature of Director or Authorized Representative Date
STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF KING }
AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION
PUBLIC NOTICE
Linda M Mills, being first duly sworn on oath that she is the Legal
Advertising Representative of the
Renton Reporter
a weekly newspaper, which newspaper is a legal newspaper of
general circulation and is now and has been for more than six months
prior to the date of publication hereinafter referred to, published in
the English language continuously as a weekly newspaper in King
County, Washington. The Renton Reporter has been approved as
a Legal Newspaper by order of the Superior Court of the State of
Washington for King County.
The notice in the exact form annexed was published in regular issues
of the Renton Reporter (and not in supplement form) which was
regularly distributed to its subscribers during the below stated period.
The annexed notice, a:
Public Notice
was published on February 25, 2011.
The full amount of the fee charged for said foregoing publication is
the sum of $122.50.
"·r;cl£1' };l;J ?7J{/!Y,
a M. Mills
Legal Advettising Representative, Renton Reporter
Subsc:ril,,ed and sworn_ to me this 25th day Febrnary, 2011.
K'atfiy Dair-, ,
in Coving~ Washington
P. 0. Number:
or the State of Washington, Residing
:\OTlCE OF APPLJCATION
RENTON, WASHINGTON
Application Name: Rezone of
fom,er Fire Station 13
Land Use Number:
LUA 11,007. ECP
Project Description and
Location-The applicant is
requesting a Rezone and Envi-
ronmental (SEPA) review for the
rezone of the 20,000 square foot
parcel that was the location of
former Fire Station 13 from R-10
zoning to R-14 zoning. Location
17040 108th Avenue SE
Application Date:
February 15, 2011
Permits/Review Requested
Environmental (SEPA) Review
Location where application may
be reviewed: Department of
Community and Economic
Development, 1055 South Grady
Way. Renton, WA 98057
Development Regulations Used
for Project Mitigation: This
non-project action will be subject
to the City's SEPA Ordinance
and other applicable codes and
regulations as appropriate
Proposed Mitigation Measures:
The analysis of the proposal does
not reveal any adverse
environmental impacts requiring
mitigation above and beyond
existing code provision. How-
ever, mitigation may be
necessary and may be imposed at
the time of a site specific devel-
opment proposal on the subject
site
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Comments on the above applica-
tion must be submitted in miting
to Erika Conkling, AlCP, Senior
Planner, CED Planning
Division, 1055 South Grady
ti J / Way, Renton. WA 98057. by
--.. r1,. 5:00 PM on March IL 2011 If
'1,you have questions about this
·l'foposal, or wish to be made a
Party of record and receive
additional information by mail.
please contact the proJcct
. ,.
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/-'
,,'' . manager. Anyone who submits
wTitten comments will automati-
cally become a party of record
and wiH be notified of any
decision on this project
Contact Number: 425.430.6578
Published in the Renton Reporter
on February 25,201 l. #464305.
CITY OF RENTON
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT -PLANNING DIVISION
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAILING
On the 22nd day of February, 2011, I deposited in the mails of the United States, a sealed envelope containing
NOA & Environmental Checklist documents. This information was sent to:
Name Representing
Agencies See Attached
300' Surrounding Property Owners -NOA only See attached
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COUNTY OF KING
signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/her/their free and voluntary act for the uses and purposes
mentioned in the instrument.
No~ry ~bl~or the State of Washington
Notary (Print): ____ J.l.c... __ A-'-'-. ----'G-_,c,.,la __ -er ____________ _
My appointment expires: A ~LLYi" .2_ q) ;).CJ(]
Project Name:\\ Rezone of the Former Fire Station 13
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Project Number:#, LUAll-007, ECF
template • affidavit of service by mailing
Dept. of Ecology *
Environmental Review Section
PO Box 47703
Olympia, WA 98504-7703
WSOOT 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 r:,Jatural Resources
PO Box47015
Olympia, 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
201 South Jackson Street KSC-TR-0431
Seattle, WA 98104-3856
Seattle Public Utilities
Real Estate Services
Attn: SEPA Coordinator
700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 4900
PO Box 34018
Seattle, WA 98124-4018
AGENCY (DOE) LETTER MAILING
(ERC DETERMINATIONS)
WDFW -Larry Fisher*
1775 12th Ave. NW Suite 201
Issaquah, WA 98027
Duwamish Tribal Office *
4717 W Marginal Way SW
Seattle, WA 98106-1514
KC Wastewater Treatment Division *
Environmental Planning Supervisor
Ms. Shirley Marroquin
201 S. Jackson ST, MS KSC-NR-050
Seattle, WA 98104-3855
City of Newcastle
Attn: Steve Roberge
Director of Community Development
13020 Newcastle Way
Newcastle, WA 98059
Puget Sound Energy
Municipal Liaison Manager
Joe Jainga
PO Box 90868, MS: XRD-01 W
Bellevue, WA 98009-0868
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Fisheries Dept.*
Attn: Karen Walter or SEPA Reviewer
39015 -172°d Avenue SE
Auburn, WA 98092
Muckleshoot Cultural Resources Program *
Attn: Ms Melissa Calvert
39015 172nd Avenue SE
Auburn, WA 98092-9763
Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation*
Attn: Gretchen Kaehler
PO Box 48343
Olympia, WA 98504-8343
City of Kent
Attn: Mr. Fred Satterstrom, AICP
Acting Community Dev. Director
220 Fourth Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032-5895
City of Tukwila
Steve Lancaster, Responsible Official
6200 Southcenter Blvd.
Tukwila, WA 98188
*Note: lf the Notice of Application states that it is an NOptional ONS", the marked agencies and cities
will need to be sent a copy of the checklist, Site Plan PMT, and the notice of application.
template -affidavit of service by mailing
LEONARD C DIFRANCESCO
10801 SE 170TH ST
RENTON, WA 98055
CHARLES D WILLIAMS
17015 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
DONALD R+SYDNEY J NIEMI
17020 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
YAOTA TEUNG
17029 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
MB Investments
Chatham WR
1851 Central Pl S #225
Kent ,WA 98030
JAMES+EDWARDINE ROBISON
17025 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
JONELLE LORANGER
17014 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
DONALD RICHARD+SYDNEY NIEMI
17022 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
MARGERY SUBIC
17033 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
RB LYON
10817 SE 170TH ST
RENTON, WA 98055
TENG+MORANY NGY
17019 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
JAMES L ROBISON
17023 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
GEORGE & FRANCES SUBIC
17037 108TH AVE SE
RENTON, WA 98055
NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PROPOSED DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
DATE;
lAND USE NUMBER:
PROJl:CT NAME:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
P'ROJECTLOCATION:
lUAll-007, ECF. Reione
Former Fir• Station ll Rezone
Th• applicant Is r,quostl"l!I , Rozon, and Environmental (SEPAJ roYi<w for ttle
rero"" of the 20,000 ,q113r• !wt P.,r<el that w" th• locaUon of former Fir•
Slii!lon 13 from R-lO ronin.: ro R-l( romna.
17040 108~ Ave SE
Ol'TIONAL DET£AA11NATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE IDNSt: As rn. LHd A1enq, the City of Renton ha, determined
1'\ill sl1nincant ,rwlnmmental lrnpacu are unlikely lo result Frum the propos,ed l"CJ«t. Thuelore, as permitted under
th,, II.CW u.21c.110, the City of Ren1on ;s u,ln11 tho Optional ONS proc.ss 10 1lv• notice that • ONS i! likely Lo bo
ls~Pd. Comment p,erlod, for th• project and the proposed ONS are lni.groted ;nto a sl~le comment period. There
WI~ be no comment period followins 1111! ll!Uil!l(e of th• Throshold Determination of Nan-Signifk:•na, (ONS). A 14-dar
•~pul p•rlod wlll fol!aw the luuance of the ON5.
PERMIT APPLICATION DATE:
NOTICE OF COMl't.ETE APPLICATION:
APP\ICNIT/PRO/ECT CONTACT PER50N:
,..rmlts/Aevl..,. R,rquHtod:
l.oc3tlon whollre appll<atlon may
l,.,n,Ylt,wod:
PU8llC HEARIN4":
CONSISTENCY OVERVIEW:
Zanini/land u,o:
February lS, Wll
l'<!brua,y 1S, 2011
Poh!r Renner. Otpartme-nl of Communl\y S.rvltes, 1055 S. G..Oy w,y,
R•nton. WA 9805]. Phone l425).ol30-660S. Ema,I:
prenn,"@ln,ntonwa.gov
Env~onmemal lSEPA) Review. Re,one approval
Dopartment of Communlly & Economic Q...,elopment ICED)-Planning
Oivi,ion, Sl•tn Floor Renton City Hall, 1055South Grady Way, Remon.
WA 980S7
A P11bJis: trnrlr.g wm hr Khtd!!lrd btfq" thr Broton He•r1no Eeminrr
In Renton COLffil Cb;rrntH:•1. To en,ure th~t v<>u ret,lve notice of the
htari111 dale and t,mo, pie, .. comple~ and retum 1he fo,m bel""
The subje<:1 SIie is currently «ined Aeslden11al. 10 dweml'\il unl1, per
acre (R-10) on lhe Uty',Zoning Map ind Is do,fi!:n•t•d Resldenlla/
Medium ~n,;ty IAMOI on R•n!on', Comprehensive Land Ult Map.
The propoHd r"""'" to Re,lden~•H4 dwell"11 unlu per ne! ocre (R-
141 would be consl,tent Wl1h the RMD land UH d~gno!lon a, we!I
II you woJuh:l lih 10 t.e mad!! a party of ,eca,d lo ~•Iv<! rurthor lnlcrmitlon on 1h15 prap<1sod prnject. complete this
form ilnd rotom to: Cl!'f of Henton, ao -Pl.nnlng Di'llslon, 1055 S. Grady Way. 11/!Mon. WA 9SOS7 or email
lnlcrm•tlon to econklln1@1ren1onwa.eov
Namefl'l;, No.: Former Fire S!itlon B Rezone· LUA ll-007, ECF, Re,one
NAME·-------------------------·
MAJLJNG AD0AE5S
TELEPHONE NO., _________ EMAIL: ____________ _
Environmental Ooeument< that
Evaluate th< Propos•d Pra)o<t: Env~onment..115EPAJ Checklist
C<>mmont'I on tho abov• applkatlon "''"' be subml!t•d In wrftlnt 10 Erll,• Conkling, AICP. S•nlar Plannor, era -
Plannlnc_ OMtloo. lOS5 Sou1h Gr;idy Way, Ron Ion, WA 98057, t,y 5:00 PM on Mir<h 11, 2011. If you Jm,e queslion,
abo.ul th,s proposal, or W'5h lo~ made• ?"rt\' of rocord dnd recetv., ~ddltlonal Information by mall, plea<e con!act the
prn1ect managoc An~o"" "'.ho submit,; written comments will au!omatlc,lly become i ~arty of r@oord and wrn be
ootlned of any decision oo th,s project.
CONTACT PERSON: Erika Conkling, AJCP, Senior Planner; Tel: (425) 430-6578;
Email: econkllng@rentonwa.gov
CERTI FICA Tl ON
I, f \, ,\ \ , \ \( \ \ \,{\ hereby certify that -1_ copies of the above dpcum1=J1t,,1 ..
I l "I: (_-1 l ,__.h; l17rt.-.L were posted in--=+--conspicuous places or nearby the described prope~ on ,
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Date: ,0 1:::) i [\ Signed: ,c, ire• K C.a·,.,__ [Le"
STATE OF WASHINGTON
55
COUNTY OF KING
I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that f r, 4, C c,, kt,,~
signed this instrument and acknowledged it to be his/her/their free and volun ry act for the
uses ~tlri°ses mentioned in the instrument, ._,'*'-.,,, " ,, jli . \ 2 ) }c· , E-·r; ; :-f ...... t • "' i %i I ,,, ~ o ~ $ • ~ it-,. ~ , ... ft)::: (!) ~ ti> • ..., .... i"!» ~ ~I ~Ur ;.6'" :; ~ ~ ,,, 8·"1,,"' .... ~.:2 ~ ~ ... ,,,. . ........ c,._,
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PROPOSED DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE {DNS)
DATE:
LANO USE NUMBER:
PROJECT NAME:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
PROJECT LOCATION:
February 25, 2011
LUA11-007, ECF, Rezone
Former Fire Station 13 Rezone
The applicant is requesting a Rezone and Environmental (SEPA) review for the
rezone of the 20,000 square foot parcel that was the location of former Fire
Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14 zoning.
17040 10a1n Ave SE
OPTIONAL DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (ONS): 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 43.21C.110, the City of Renton is using the Optional DNS process to give notice that a DNS is likely to be
issued. Comment periods for the project and the proposed DNS are integrated into a single comment period. There
will be no comment period following the issuance of the Threshold Determination of Non-Significance (DNS). A 14-day
appeal period will follow the issuance of the DNS.
PERMIT APPLICATION DATE:
NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION:
APPLICANT/PROJECT CONTACT PERSON:
Permits/Review Requested:
Location where application may
be reviewed:
PUBLIC HEARING:
CONSISTENCY OVERVIEW:
Zoning/Land Use:
February 15, 2011
February 15, 2011
Peter Renner, Department of Community Services, 1055 S. Grady Way,
Renton, WA 98057. Phone (425)430-6605. Email:
p ren ne r@re ntonwa .gov
Environmental (SEPA) Review, Rezone approval
Department of Community & Economic Development (CED} -Planning
Division, Sixth Floor Renton City Hall, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton,
WA 98057
A public hearing will be scheduled before the Renton Hearing Examiner
in Renton Council Chambers. To ensure that you receive notice of the
hearing date and time, please complete and return the form below.
The subject site is currently zoned Residential -10 dwelling units per
acre (R-10) on the City's Zoning Map and is designated Residential
Medium Density {RMD) on Renton's Comprehensive Land Use Map.
The proposed rezone to Residential-14 dwelling units per net acre {R-
14) would be consistent with the RMD land use designation as well.
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, CED -Planning Division, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 or email
information to econkling@rentonwa.gov
Name/File No.: Former Fire Station 13 Rezone-LUA 11-007, ECF, Rezone
NAME:------------------------------------
MAILING ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE NO.: _____________ EMAIL: _________________ _
Environmental Documents that
Evaluate the Proposed Project: Environmental (SEPA) Checklist
Comments on the above application must be submitted in writing to Erika Conkling, AICP, Senior Planner, CED -
Planning Division, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, by 5:00 PM on March 11, 2011. 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: Erika Conkling, AICP, Senior Planner; Tel: (425) 430-6578;
Email: econkling@rentonwa.gov
PLEASE INCLUDE THE PROJECT NUMBER WHEN CALLING FOR PROPER FILE IDENTIFICATION
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LAND USE PERMIT
MASTER APPLICATION
PROPERTY OWNER(S) PROJECT INFORMATION
NAME: City of Renton
PROJECT OR DEVELOPMENT NAME:
Fire Station 13 Rezone
ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way
PROJECTIADDRESS(S)ILOCATION AND ZIP CODE:
17040 108th Ave SE
Renton, WA 98055
CITY: Renton, WA ZIP: 98057
PARCEL NUMBER: 2923059168
APPLICANT (if other than owner)
NAME:
EXISTING LAND USE(S):
Civic-Vacant Fire Station
COMPANY (if applicable):
PROPOSED LAND USE(S):
Nothing proposed at this time.
EXISTING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION:
ADDRESS: Residential Medium Density (RMD)
PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION
CITY: ZIP: (if applicable)
Residential Medium Densitv /RMDl
EXISTING ZONING:
TELEPHONE NUMBER: R-10 (Residential 10 units per net acre)
CONT ACT PERSON PROPOSED ZONING (if applicable):
R-14 (Residential 14 units oer net acre\
NAME: Peter Renner
SITE AREA (in square feet):
20,000 square feet (.46 acres)
COMPANY (if applicable): Community Services-Facilities
Division
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PUBLIC ROADWAYS TO BE
DEDICATED:
NIA
ADDRESS: 1055 S. Grady Way
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PRIVATE ACCESS EASEMENTS:
NIA
CITY: Renton, WA ZIP: 98057
PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DENSITY IN UNITS PER NET
ACRE (if applicable)
14 units ner net acre
TELEPHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL ADDRESS: NUMBER OF PROPOSED LOTS (if applicable)
N/A
(425) 430-6605 prenner@rentonwa.gov
NUMBER OF NEW DWELLING UNITS (if applicable):
NIA
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NUMBER OF EXISTING DWELLING UNITS (if applicable):
N/A
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS (if applicable): N/A
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): N/A
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS (if applicable): N/A
SQUARE FOOTAGE OF EXISTING NON-RESIDENTIAL
BUILDINGS TO REMAIN (if applicable): N/A
NET FLOOR AREA ON NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (if
applicable):N/A 5,076 sq. ft.
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES TO BE EMPLOYED BY THE NEW
PROJECT (if applicable):N/A
PROJECT VALUE:N/A
IS THE SITE LOCATED IN ANY TYPE OF
ENVIRONMENTALLY CRITICAL AREA, PLEASE INCLUDE
SQUARE FOOTAGE (if applicable): No
D AQUIFIER PROTECTION AREA ONE
D AQUIFIER PROTECTION AREA TWO
D FLOOD HAZARD AREA
D GEOLOGIC HAZARD
D HABITAT CONSERVATION
D SHORELINE STREAMS & LAKES
D WETLANDS
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
(Attach legal description on separate sheet with the followina information included)
SITUATE IN THE SE QUARTER OF SECTION 29 . TOWNSHIP 23 , RANGE 5 . IN
THE CITY OF RENTON, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON
TYPE OF APPLICATION & FEES
List all land use applications being applied for:
1. Rezone 3.
2. Environmental Review 4.
Staff will calculate applicable fees: $
AFFIDAVIT OF OWNERSHIP
I, (Print Name/s) Peter Renner , declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
Washington that I am (please check one)_ the current owner of the property involved in this application or _x_ the authorized representative to
act for a corporation (please attach proof of authorization) and that the foregoing statements and answers herein contained and the information herewith
i /) . I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that f' f \-{, R !'1\ r )<'-(
are in all ~e ects true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
/ rJ-ry"" /~ signed this instrument and acknowledge it to be his/her/their free and voluntary
~ act for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument.
(Signature of Owner/Representative) v',: r, v..-f_ .. (_ ,.., ,_. ,-, \. -,,, ,· ..,(_ °K.'-'-n O \ .. :,_· , :,\..,.-' ;·._L\ \ on
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ACCOUNT INFORMATION ASSESSMENT AND TAX INFORMATION
Acct No: 292305916804
ParcelNo: 2923059168
Taxpayer: RENTON CITY OF
Mail Addr: 1055 S GRADY WAY
RENTON WA 98055
Plat Name:
Levy Code:
Tax Status:
Roll Yr:
New Cnstr:
Land Val:
lmpvs Val:
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2009
NO
$180,000.00
$317,200.00
PARCEL INFORMATION
Jurisdiction: RENTON
Plat Lot:
Plat Block:
Present Use:
Zoning:
GOVERNMENTAL SERVICE
R-10 (P)
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Otr Section:
Prop Type:
Bldg Nbr:
Nbr Bldgs:
Stories:
Pred Use:
29/23/5
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Lot Acres:
Lot SF:
Wtr Frt SF:
COMMERCIAL BUILDING 1
1 % Complete: 100
1 Constr Class: WOOD FRAME
1 Quality: LOW COST
FIRE STATION (STAFFED) (322)
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
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PAGE# INDEX
PLANNING DIVISION
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST:
City of Renton Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way-Renton, WA 98057
Phone: 425-430-7200 Fax: 425-430-7231
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: Rezone of Fire Station 13
2. Name of applicant: City of Renton
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Peter Renner, 1055 S.
Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057-425-430-6605-prenner@rentonwo.gov
4. Date checklist prepared: February 15, 2011
5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): N/A
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. N/A, property will likely be sold.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal. N/A
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other
proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. NIA
10. List any governmental approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if
known. Rezone approval and environmental review.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the
size of the project and site. Rezone of former Fire Station 13 from R-10 zoning to R-14
zoning. This is a 20,000 sq.ft. parcel and all surrounding parcels are zoned R-14. This
parcel was not considered in the area-wide re-zoning of the Benson Hill area in 2007.
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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. This parcel is located at
th 17040108 Ave SE, Renton, WA 98055 on tax parcel 2923059168.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. EARTH
a. General description of the site (circle one); flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes,
mountainous, other This site is primarily flat with slopes of
about 15% on a portion of the east end.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope?)
Approximately 15%.
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel,
peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and
note any prime farmland. NIA-the site has been home to a Fire Station and the
majority of the site is paved.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate
vicinity? If so, describe. NIA-non-project action.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill. NIA-non-project action.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe. NI A-non-project action.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after
project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? NIA-non-project
action.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth,
if any: NI A-non-project action.
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2. AIR
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust,
automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the
project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities
if known. N/A-non-project action.
b. Are there any off-site sources of em1ss1on or odor that may affect your
proposal? If so, generally describe. N/ A-non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if
any: N/A-non-project action.
3. WATER
a. Surface Water:
1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site
(including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)?
If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or
river it flows into. No.
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the
described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. N/A-non-
project action.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. N/A-non-project action.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. N/A-non-project
action.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note location on the
site plan. 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. N/A-non-
project action.
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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. NIA-
non-project action.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic
tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial,
containing the following chemicals ... ; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general
size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be
served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are
expected to serve. NIA-non-project action.
c. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters, If so, describe. NIA-non-project action.
2) Could waste material enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
NIA-non-project action.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water
impacts, if any: NIA-non-project action.
4. PLANTS
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
_X_ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
_X_ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
_X_ shrubs
_X_ grass
__ pasture
__ crop or grain
__ 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? NIA-non-
project action.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. NIA-
non-project action.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any: NIA-non-project action.
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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: hawk, heron, eagle,~other ________ _
Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other _________ _
Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other ______ _
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: N/A-non-project
action.
6. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to
meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used
for heating, manufacturing, etc. N/ A-non-project action.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe. N/A-non-project action.
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this
proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if
any: N/A-non-project action.
7. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic
chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur
as a result of this proposal? If so, describe. N/A-non-project action.
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. NIA-non-project
action.
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
N/A-non-project action.
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b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for
example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? N/A-non-project action.
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the
project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction,
operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. N/A-
non-project action.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: N/A-non-project
action.
8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The site currently
has a vacant fire station on it. Adjacent properties are large lot residential, with
some smaller lot residential, home-based businesses, minor commercial
development, and multi-family residential within approximately U mile.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. No.
c. Describe any structures on the site. None. Vacant fire station was removed.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? NIA-non-project action.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? R-10 (Residential 10 units
per acre)
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? RMD
(Residential Medium Density).
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. None.
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i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed
project? NIA-non-project action.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? NIA-
non-project action.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: NIA-non-
project action.
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and
projected land uses and plans, if any: The proposal should ensure better future
compatibility by placing this parcel in the same zone as surrounding parcels.
9. HOUSING
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing. NIA-non-project action.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing. NIA-non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: NIA-non-
project action.
10. AESTHETICS
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas;
what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed. NIA-non-project
action.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? NIA-non-
project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: NIA-non-
project action.
11. LIGHT AND GLARE
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur? NIA-non-project action.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views? NIA-non-project action.
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c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? N/A-
non-project action.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: N/A-
non-project action.
12. RECREATION
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity? None.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so,
describe. N/ A-non-project action.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including
recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: N/A-
non-project action.
13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national state, or local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally
describe. Na.
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: N/A-non-project
action.
14. TRANSPORTATION
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed
access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. The site is
served by Benson Rd S./108'h Ave SE.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate
distance to the nearest transit stop? No. More than 1 mile.
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c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would
the project eliminate? N/A-non-project action.
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing
roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate
whether public or private? N/A-non-project action.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe. N/A-non-project action.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed
project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. N/A-non-project
action.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: N/A-
non-project action.
15. PUBLIC SERVICES
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example:
fire protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally
describe. N/A-non-project action.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
N/A-non-project action.
16. UTILITIES
a.
b.
Circle · · · · at the site:(1!1ectricity, natural gas, wate9
e use service, telephone, sanitary sewe , eptic syslen,, otl,e,.
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-non-project action.
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C. SIGNATURE
I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
Washington that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true, correct,
and complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of
non-significance that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any
willful misrepresentation or tJllful lack o full disclosure on my part.
Proponent Signature: __ _!V,t~'µ[iY'~~::__f_-:3:_~'.':'.'.:~-----
Name Printed:
Date:
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEETS FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(These sheets should only be used for actions involving decisions on policies, plans and
ro rams. You do not need to fill out these sheets for ro·ect actions.
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction
with the list of the elements ofthe environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of
activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity
or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in
general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air;
production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of
noise? This proposal could result in additional dwelling units being built on this location
ot o future dote. However, the impacts of those units will not be known until the time of
development.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: Mitigation will be
determined ot the time of o project-specific proposal.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? The
proposal would be unlikely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life os the site is
already highly developed.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life
are: N/A for the proposal. Construction related impacts associated with future
development will be analyzed and mitigated ot the time of project specific proposal.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? This proposal
could result in additional dwelling units being built on this location ot o future dote.
However, the impacts of those units will not be known until the time of development.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
Mitigation will be determined ot the time of o project-specific proposal.
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or
areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as
parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat,
historic or cultural sites, wetlands, flood plains, or prime farmlands? The project would
be unlikely to affect these types of oreos.
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
N/A-these types of oreos ore not in the vicinity of this proposal.
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it
would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? This
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proposal could result in additional dwelling units being built on this location at a future
date. This would be consistent with existing zoning on the surrounding parcels.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: This
proposal should result in better land use compatibility in the future.
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities? This proposal could result in additional dwelling units being built
on this location at a future date. Impacts associated with those additional units will be
analyzed at the time of a project-specific proposal, but they are not likely to be major
impacts.
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: Mitigation
would be determined at the time of a project-specific proposal.
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws
or requirements for the protection of the environment. No conflicts have been
identified.
SIGNATURE
I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
Washington that to the best of my knowledge the above information is true, correct,
and complete. It is understood that the lead agency may withdraw any declaration of
non-significance that it might issue in reliance upon this checklist should there be any
willful misrepresentation 071illful lac f full disclosure on my part.
Proponent Signature: _ __:Y,tr_,,',t;:;Y~:i::'.:".__':~!'.:'.:~"!.__ ____ _
Name Printed:
Date: 2/17 /,r
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