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December 10, 2018
ADDENDUM TO ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
Pursuant to WAC 197-11-600(4)(c) and WAC 197-11-625
Addendum to the NW Gourmet Tenant Improvements (LUA13-
000562, ECF) as Addended by the City of Renton (LUA18-000667, SA-
A) Determination of Non-Significance (DNS)
Date of Addendum: December 10, 2018
Date of Original Issuance of SEPA Threshold Determination: June 10, 2013
Proponent: James Carlton, Tahoma Design Group
Project Numbers: LUA13-000562, ECF and LUA18-000667, SA-A
Project Name: NW Gourmet Freezer Expansion
Proposal / Purpose of Addendum: The subject property totals 218,300 square feet (5.01 acres)
and is located in the Employment Area Comprehensive Plan (COMP-EA) land use designation and
Medium Industrial (IM) zoning classification. The site is currently developed with two buildings,
a 66,786 square foot food processing plant with attached office, and a detached 1,680 square
foot storage shed (Exhibit 3). The original threshold determination for NW Gourmet was issued
on June 10, 2013 (Exhibit 2). The original application included a proposal to install five tanks with
analysis of a sixth future tank (which has not been installed to date), with a maximum capacity of
30,881 gallons for each of the largest tanks. The tanks were installed on the west side of the
building and enclosed by a 4-foot high concrete safety wall. The proposal also considered interior
and exterior tenant improvements to the existing structure for forklift access to the loading dock,
expansion of the loading dock area, and installation of larger loading doors. The warehouse,
constructed in 1971, has been used for food storage for decades and this use was continued by
NW Gourmet upon purchasing the property in 2013.
The intended purpose of this SEPA Addendum is to disclose any proposed changes to the project.
The revised project requires Administrative Site Plan Review to construct a 6,386 square foot
freezer addition on the east side of the existing 66,786 square foot food processing plant (Exhibit
4), to be used for food storage. Northwest Gourmet is currently utilizing a refrigerated truck
trailer parked in the footprint of the proposed addition to store soup, and other frozen food items
pending distribution. If completed, the proposed addition would replace the trailer, allowing
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storage, processing and distribution to be handled within one structure. This would eliminate the
need for workers to exit the building and haul frozen products from the truck trailer into the
processing center to prepare for distribution. The addition will replace a section of the expanded
loading dock which was previously analyzed by the initial SEPA threshold determination. The
impervious surface area of the site will not be expanded as part of this proposal, and drainage
conditions will be improved by converting the existing pollution generating loading dock surface
into clean roof runoff. The proposal will utilize the existing storm drainage system to convey
storm water to the City’s regional storm water system located along SW 7th Street. Storm water
runoff from the building addition will discharge onto splash blocks and will be collected by the
existing on-site private storm drainage system. The new addition incorporates several design
features to further offset its impacts, including an 8-foot tall slatted fence to screen all ground
mounted refrigeration equipment from public view. The proposed walls and roof also offer a
higher thermal resistance value (R-Value) than the existing structure, which would also exceed
building code requirements. Finally, the applicant will plant three (3) blaze maple trees in the
existing planter strip to meet code requirements and improve the aesthetic quality of the site
(Exhibit 5).
As part of the proposal the applicant is requesting a Street Modification (Exhibit 6) to allow
deviation from the required frontage improvements. The applicant contends that the existing
improvements with the addition of three (3) blaze maple street trees substantially implements
the policies and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element and Community Design
Element. Further, the applicant argues that the existing pavement, curb, and sidewalk are safe,
maintainable and create a cohesive appearance for the area.
The current proposal does not call for the removal of any trees or alter any plantings aside from
the addition of three (3) new blaze maple trees. The City of Renton (COR) Mapping system
indicates the northern portion of the property contains Regulated Slopes (15% - 25%), and the
majority of the property, with the exception of the NE corner, is within the High Severity Seismic
Hazard Area. The submitted geological report finds the project feasible when considering the soil
conditions but recommends that the building be placed on piles to mitigate the impact of
potential soil liquefaction (Exhibit 7).
Pursuant to the City of Renton's Environmental Ordinance and SEPA (RCW 43.21C, 1971 as
amended), on June 10, 2013, the Environmental Review Committee issued a Determination of
Non-Significance (DNS) for Northwest Gourmet. The 14-day appeal period ended on December
28, 2013. No appeals of the threshold determination were filed.
Analysis: It has been determined that the environmental impacts of the proposal were
adequately addressed under the analysis of significant impacts contained within the previously
adopted DNS. Based on WAC 197-11-600(4)(c), the addendum process may be used if analysis or
information is added that does not substantially change the analysis of significant impacts and
alternatives in the existing environmental document. The proposed addition is sited on existing
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impervious surface that was analyzed as part of the original SEPA theshold determination and
would not change the analysis, or significantly impact the 1995 State Environmental Policy Act
(SEPA) Review.
The City of Renton is hereby issuing a SEPA Addendum pursuant to WAC 197-11-600.
This Addendum is appropriate because it contains only minor information not included in the
original Determination and there are no additional environmental impacts related to inclusion of
the new information.
Location: 600 SW 7th Street, Renton, WA 98055 (APN 1823059254)
Lead Agency: City of Renton, Department of Community & Economic Development
Review Process: Addendum to previously issued Determination of Non-Significance (DNS)
Additional Information: If you would like additional information, please contact Jeffrey Taylor,
Assistant Planner, City of Renton Planning Division, Department of Community & Economic
Development at (425) 430-7246.
There is no comment period for this Addendum, dated December 10, 2018 issued by the City of
Renton Environmental Review Committee.
Exhibits
Exhibit 1: DNS Addendum
Exhibit 2: Environmental Review Committee Report (LUA13-000562, ECF), dated June 10, 2013
Exhibit 3: Site Plan
Exhibit 4: Floor Plan
Exhibit 5: Environmental Checklist
Exhibit 6: Street Modification Request Letter
Exhibit 7: Geological Report
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
SIGNATURES:
Gregg Zimmerman, Administrator
Public Works Department
Date
Kelly Beymer, Administrator
Community Services Department
Date
Rick M. Marshall, Administrator
Renton Regional Fire Authority
Date
C.E. “Chip” Vincent, Administrator
Department of Community & Economic Development
Date
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CITY OF RENTON
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
STAFF REPORT TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
EXHIBITS
Project Name:
NW Gourmet Freezer Addition
Project Number:
LUA18-000667, SA-A, MOD
Date of Meeting
December 10, 2018
Staff Contact
Jeffrey Taylor
Assistant Planner
Project Contact/Applicant
James Carleton, Tahoma
Design Group
2215 N 30th St, Suite 205
Tacoma, WA 98402
Project Location
600 SW 7th St, Renton,
WA 98057
The following exhibits are included with the ERC Report:
Exhibit 1: DNS Addendum
Exhibit 2: Environmental Review Committee Report (LUA13-000562, ECF), dated June 10, 2013
Exhibit 3: Site Plan
Exhibit 4: Floor Plan
Exhibit 5: Environmental Checklist
Exhibit 6: Street Modification Request Letter
Exhibit 7: Geological Report
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SITE
PROJEC INFORMATION:
PROJECT SCOPE OF WORK: TO CONSTRUCT 6,386 SQUARE FEET OF FREEZER EXPANSION TO EXISTING
WAREHOUSE FACILITY. USE WILL BE STORAGE OCCUPANCY GROUP S-1 AND WILL BE IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE
EXISTING USE OF THE BUILDING F-1. THE OVERALL BUILDING OCCUPANCY WILL REMAIN THE SAME.
SITE ADDRESS: 600 SW 7TH ST. , RENTON, WA 98055
PARCEL NO.: 1823059254
SITE AREA: 218,300 SQUARE FEET (5.01 ACRE)
EXIST BUILDINGS: BLDG #1 FOOTPRINT - 66,786 SF CONCRETE TILT-UP WAREHOUSE/OFFICE
59,352 WAREHOUSE 7,434 OFFICE
BLDG #2 - 1,680 SF MTL UTILITY STRUCTURE
EXISTING PARKING STALLS: 88 STALLS
CONTACT: JAMES K. CARLETON, AIA, 253-380-1284
NW GOURMET FOOD PRODUCTS
FREEZER ADDITION
Job No.Site PlanA0.01NNSheet No.Designed by:Drawn by:Checked by:Sheet Title:Revisions:Issue Set & Date:Client:Job No.of Sheets123Project Title:535 DOCK ST, SUITE 211, TACOMA, WA 98402TEL: 253.284.9680 FAX:253.284.9681WWW.TAHOMADESIGNGROUP.COMTAHOMADESIGN GROUPNorthwest Gourmet Foods - Freezer Addition
600 SW 7th St, Renton, WA 98057
Northwest Gourmet FoodsFreezer AdditionNorthwest Gourmet Foods600 SW 7th St, Renton, WA 98057Mike Gilroy (425) 793-5001Issue For ClientReview9/24/20182160966.00.10.20JKCJKCPDCREGISTEREDARCHITECTSTATE OF WASHINGTONPHILIPDALE COUTURE11762Q:\2016\2160966\00_PRM\CAD\2160966-A0.01.dwg, A0.01, 11/7/2018 11:00:12 AM, JCARLETON, DWG To PDF.pc3, ARCH full bleed D (36.00 x 24.00 Inches), 1:1
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Job No.Floor PlanA1.01Sheet No.Designed by:Drawn by:Checked by:Sheet Title:Revisions:Issue Set & Date:Client:Job No.of Sheets123Project Title:535 DOCK ST, SUITE 211, TACOMA, WA 98402TEL: 253.284.9680 FAX:253.284.9681WWW.TAHOMADESIGNGROUP.COMTAHOMADESIGN GROUPNorthwest Gourmet FoodsFreezer AdditionNorthwest Gourmet Foods600 SW 7th St, Renton, WA 98057Mike Gilroy (425) 793-5001Issue For ClientReview9/24/20182160966.00.10.20JKCJKCPDCNREGISTEREDARCHITECTSTATE OF WASHINGTONPHILIPDALE COUTURE11762Q:\2016\2160966\00_PRM\CAD\2160966-A1.01.dwg, A1.01, 9/25/2018 2:48:38 PM, JCARLETON, DWG To PDF.pc3, ARCH full bleed D (36.00 x 24.00 Inches), 1:1
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SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) November 2, 2018 Page 1 of 16
SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Purpose of checklist:
Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your
proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization
or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental
impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal.
Instructions for applicants:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please
answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult
with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use “not applicable” or
"does not apply" only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown.
You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate
answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision-
making process.
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.
Instructions for Lead Agencies:
Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to
evaluate the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse
impacts. The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to
make an adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is
responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents.
Use of checklist for nonproject proposals:
For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable
parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D). Please
completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or
site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead
agency may exclude (for non-projects) questions in Part B - Environmental Elements –that do not
contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal.
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Civil Engineers
Structural Engineers
Landscape Architects
Community Planners
Land Surveyors
Neighbors
TACOMA
2215 North 30th Street
Suite 300
Tacoma, WA 98403-3350
253.383.2422 TEL
www.ahbl.com
August 10, 2018
City of Renton
Renton City Hall - 6th Floor
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98055-3232
Project: Northwest Gourmet Freezer Addition, AHBL No. 2160966.10
Subject: Street Frontage Improvements Deviation Request
Dear City of Renton:
I am the Civil Engineer for the Northwest Gourmet Freezer Addition project located at 600 SW
7th Street, Renton, Washington. Detailed frontage improvement requirements for the project
were provided in the Pre-Application Conference Summary letter dated July 12, 2018. This
summary identifies SW 7th Street as a minor arterial street with an available right-of-way width
of 80 feet. Per RMC 4-6-060, the minimum right-of-way width required on a minor arterial is
91 feet with four lanes totaling 54 feet and street improvements. Street improvements include
an 8-foot sidewalk, a 0.5-foot curb, and an 8-foot planter strip. This would require 5.5 feet of
right-of-way dedication along the frontage.
In accordance with the City of Renton Submittal Requirements Modifications packet, I
respectfully request permission to deviate from the aforementioned street frontage
improvement requirements because they would not be harmonious with existing street
improvements located adjacent to the subject property. Instead, I request permission to
maintain the existing curb and gutter, 8-foot wide landscape planter, and sidewalk. No right-of-
way dedication would be required. The proposed frontage substantially implements the policy
and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element and Community Design Element
and would be harmonious to the surrounding area, while conforming to the original intent of the
code. Based on engineering judgement, the existing pavement, curb, and sidewalk are safe,
functional, environmentally protective, easily maintainable, and maintain the appearance of the
surrounding parcels. The proposed improvements will not be injurious or create adverse
impacts to other properties in the vicinity since almost all property located on SW 7th Street has
similar frontage improvements. There is no indication that the storm drainage system or
lighting located at SW 7th Street needs to be improved.
Thank you for considering and reviewing my request.
If you have any questions, please call me at (253) 383-2422.
Sincerely,
Tyler Watkins, EIT
Project Engineer
TDW/lsk
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Geotechnical Engineering Report
Proposed Freezer Addition
Northwest Gourmet Foods
600 SW 7th Street
Renton, Washington
July 27, 2018
prepared for:
Tahoma Design Group
Attention: Jim Carleton, Special Projects Manager
535 Dock Street, Suite 211
Tacoma, Washington 98402
prepared by:
Migizi Group, Inc.
PO Box 44840
Tacoma, Washington 98448
(253) 537-9400
MGI Project P1377-T18
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