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HomeMy WebLinkAboutC_ERC_Determination_DNS_Internal_Routing_Sam's Club_190301.pdfDEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Project Location Map ERC_Report_Sam's Club_v4 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE REPORT ERC MEETING DATE: February 25, 2019 PART ONE: PROJECT BACKGROUND Project Name: Sam’s Club UST Removal Project Number: LUA18-000542, ECF Project Manager: Jill Ding, Senior Planner Owner: Sam’s West, Inc., 2101 Simple Saving Drive, Bentonville, AK, 72716 Applicant: Russell Morgan, NRC Environmental Services, 9520 10th Ave S, suite 150, Seattle, WA 98108 Contact: Eric Dubcak, Terracon, 21905 64th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 Project Location: 901 S Grady Way (Parcel Nos. 202305-9007 and 915460-0010) Project Summary: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the removal of three 20,000 gallon underground storage tanks (USTs), the fuel canopy and kiosk building associated with the gas station at Sam's Club. The project site is located within the Commercial Arterial (CA) zoning designation and Urban Design District D. The USTs were pumped down to approximately one inch of residual product remaining in the bottom of the tanks. A seismic hazard area and protected slopes are mapped on the project site. There is a stream and an off-site wetland mapped to the south and east of the project site. All proposed work would occur within existing paved developed areas, no impacts to critical areas or buffers are anticipated. Exist. Bldg. Area SF: 136,918 sq. ft. Proposed New Bldg. Area: N/A Site Area: 14.47 acres STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff Recommends that the Environmental Review Committee issue a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS). DocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Environmental Review Committee Report SAM’S CLUB UST REMOVAL LUA18-000542, ECF Report of February 25, 2019 Page 2 of 4 ERC_Report_Sam's Club_v4 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: Issue a DNS with a 14-day Appeal Period. B. Mitigation Measures None recommended C. Exhibits Exhibit 1 Environmental Review Committee Report Exhibit 2 Site Plan Exhibit 3 Traffic Control Plan Exhibit 4 DOE 30-Day Notice Exhibit 5 Technical Information Report, prepared by Pacland, dated January, 2019 Exhibit 6 Advisory Notes to Applicant D. Environmental Impacts The Proposal was circulated and reviewed by various City Departments and Divisions to determine whether the applicant has adequately identified and addressed environmental impacts anticipated to occur in conjunction with the proposed development. Staff reviewers have identified that the proposal is likely to have the following probable impacts: 1. Earth Impacts: The project site is flat and is a former paved gas station for the Sam’s Club. The proposal is to saw cut and remove concrete to access and remove three underground storage tanks. The proposal would involve approximately 2,200 square feet of impacted area that would include the removal of pea gravel around the storage tanks, which would be stockpiled for analytical testing. The UST’s would be removed and the disturbed area would be backfilled with pea gravel (if clean) and type 17 fill from a local quarry. The total back fill amount would total approximately 700 tons. The subbase would be compacted and asphalt would be replaced to match existing grade. The applicant has filed a 30-Day Notice with the Department of Ecology (Exhibit 4) regarding the tank removal and indicates that Department of Ecology guidelines will be followed during tank removal. It is anticipated that the City’s currently adopted erosion control, construction, and drainage regulations would adequately mitigate for any impacts that could result from the proposed tank removal and demolition activities; therefore, no further mitigation is recommended. Mitigation Measure: None recommended. Nexus: Not Applicable. DocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Environmental Review Committee Report SAM’S CLUB UST REMOVAL LUA18-000542, ECF Report of February 25, 2019 Page 3 of 4 ERC_Report_Sam's Club_v4 2. Water a. Stormwater Impacts: The applicant submitted a Technical Information Report, prepared by Pacland, dated January, 2019 (Exhibit 5). The project proposal would be subject to the 2017 City of Renton Surface Water Design Manual (RSWDM). The site is currently developed as a fuel station that was operated by Sam’s Club, which has a canopy footprint of 5,400 square feet, a kiosk of approximately 325 square feet, and associated parking and landscaping. The entire work area is approximately 28,500 square feet (0.65 acres) in size. This project proposes to demolish the existing structures and hard surfaces and replace them with sod/hydroseed utilizing amended soils. The proposed demolition would lead to a decrease in the amount of overall impervious area and therefore reduce runoff. Per the requirements of RSWDM, neither flow control or water quality mitigation will be required as a result of the proposed development; therefore no further mitigation is recommended. Mitigation Measure: None recommended Nexus: N/A b. Streams/Wetlands Impacts: There is a stream and an off-site wetland mapped to the southwest of the project site. The City did receive a comment from Karen Walter of the Muckleshoot Tribe during the 14 day agency comment period. Ms. Walter’s comments were in regards to the classification of the stream as a Type F stream instead of the mapped classification of Type Ns. All proposed work would occur within existing paved developed areas, no impacts to critical areas or buffers are anticipated. In accordance with RMC 4-3-050B.1.g the Critical Areas regulations do not apply to development proposed on sites that are separated from critical areas by pre-existing, intervening, and lawfully created structures, roads, or other substantial existing improvements. As the project site is separated from the wetland and stream areas by an existing lawfully created surface parking lot and drive aisle, the City’s adopted Critical Areas Regulations are not applicable, and no stream studies or wetland reports were required. The classification of the stream would not impact the subject proposal as the Critical Areas Regulations are not applicable. Mitigation Measure: None recommended Nexus: N/A 3. Air Impacts: Demolition activities may result in temporary additional dust, which could impact the air on and around the project site. In addition, during the rinsing and vacuuming of the tanks, minimum gasoline vapors may escape from the tanks. Work zone air monitoring would be performed during the gasoline removal process. The contractor would be required to follow Best Management Practices regarding air quality during tank removal and building demolition activities. It is anticipated that air quality would return to its previous condition once tank removal and demolition activities have been completed. DocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Environmental Review Committee Report SAM’S CLUB UST REMOVAL LUA18-000542, ECF Report of February 25, 2019 Page 4 of 4 ERC_Report_Sam's Club_v4 The applicant would be required to comply with Best Management Practices regarding dust control and air quality; therefore, no further mitigation is recommended. Mitigation Measures: No further mitigation recommended. Nexus: Not applicable. 4. Transportation Impacts: The applicant estimates that the proposed tank removal and demolition activities would result in 66 total vehicle trips over ten days anticipated for project work. Of the 66 anticipated trips, 26 would be truck and trailer units. Vehicles exiting the site would turn right onto Talbot Road S traveling north to S Grady Way where they would turn left and continue to Rainier Ave S where they would turn left and access I-405. Traffic impacts are anticipated to be temporary in nature; therefore, no further mitigation is recommended. Mitigation Measures: No further mitigation recommended. Nexus: Not applicable. E. Comments of Reviewing Departments The proposal has been circulated to City Department and Division Reviewers. Where applicable, their comments have been incorporated into the text of this report and/or “Advisory Notes to Applicant.”  Copies of all Review Comments are contained in the Official File and may be attached to this report. The Environmental Determination decision will become final if the decision is not appealed within the 14-day appeal period (RCW 43.21.C.075(3); WAC 197-11-680). Environmental Determination Appeal Process: Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing together with the required fee to: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, on or before 5:00 p.m. on March 15, 2019. RMC 4-8-110 governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner and additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, Renton City Hall – 7th Floor, (425) 430-6510. DocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 EXHIBIT 2RECEIVED08/02/2018 jdingPLANNING DIVISIONDocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 901 South Grady Way LEGENDS ----------------- TRAFFIC DIRECTION ENTERING WORK SITE ADVANCE WARNING SIGN LOCATION 230’ +/- 520’ +/- 330’ +/- TRUCKS LEAVING TRUCKS ENTERING 350’ +/- 350’ +/- TRAFFIC DIRECTION LEAVING WORK SITE Project Location: 901 S Grady Way Renton NRC Environmental Services Inc. Project Name: Sam’s Club Project Manager: Russell Morgan RMORGAN@nrcc.com C: 503.849.0753 TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN #1 OF 1 NOT TO SCALE Work Hours: M-F, 7AM-4PM TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES FELIPE J. MACIAS,TCS #008890 jack@trafficcontrolservices.net OFFICE # (425) 658.3656 JULY 20, 2018 TRUCKS LEAVING W21-30A TRUCK ENTERING AND LEAVING W211-30 W21-30 TRUCKS ENTERING 1 2 3 1 2 3 EXHIBIT 3 RECEIVED 08/02/2018 jding PLANNING DIVISION DocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 EXHIBIT 4RECEIVED08/02/2018 jdingPLANNING DIVISIONDocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 DocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 Entire Document Available UponRequest EXHIBIT 5 RECEIVED 01/17/2019 jding PLANNING DIVISION DocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Page 1 of 1 LUA18-000542 ADVISORY NOTES TO APPLICANT The following notes are supplemental information provided in conjunction with the administrative land use action. Because these notes are provided as information only, they are not subject to the appeal process for the land use action. Planning: (Contact: Jill Ding, 425-430-6598, jding@rentonwa.gov) 1. RMC section 4-4-030.C.2 limits haul hours between 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday unless otherwise approved by the Development Services Division. 2. Commercial, multi-family, new single family and other nonresidential construction activities shall be restricted to the hours between seven o’clock (7:00) a.m. and eight o’clock (8:00) p.m., Monday through Friday. Work on Saturdays shall be restricted to the hours between nine o’clock (9:00) a.m. and eight o’clock (8:00) p.m. No work shall be permitted on Sundays. 3. Within thirty (30) days of completion of grading work, the applicant shall hydroseed or plant an appropriate ground cover over any portion of the site that is graded or cleared of vegetation and where no further construction work will occur within ninety (90) days. Alternative measures such as mulch, sodding, or plastic covering as specified in the current King County Surface Water Management Design Manual as adopted by the City of Renton may be proposed between the dates of November 1st and March 31st of each year. The Development Services Division’s approval of this work is required prior to final inspection and approval of the permit. Development Engineering: (Contact: Justin T. Johnson, 425-430-7291, jtjohnson@rentonwa.gov) 1. Include TIR with Building Permit application materials. Fire Authority: (Contact: Corey Thomas, 425-430-7024, cthomas@rentonwa.gov) 1. Separate plans and permits required by the Renton Regional Fire Authority for the removal of all underground tanks. Technical Services: (Contact: Amanda Askren, 425-430-7369, aaskren@rentonwa.gov) 1. No comments. Community Services: (Contact: Leslie Betlach, 425-430-6619, lbetlach@rentonwa.gov) 1. No comments. Police: (Contact: Cyndie Parks, 425-430-7521, cparks@rentonwa.gov) 1. No comments. Building: (Contact: Craig Burnell, 425-430-7290, cburnell@rentonwa.gov) 1. No comments. EXHIBIT 6 DocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SIGNATURES: Gregg Zimmerman, Administrator Public Works Department Date Rick M. Marshall, Administrator Renton Regional Fire Authority Date Kelly Beymer, Administrator Community Services Department Date C.E. Vincent, Administrator Date Department Of Community & Economic Development ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) PROJECT NUMBER: LUA18-000542, ECF APPLICANT: Russell Morgan, NRC Environmental Services, 9520 10th Ave S, Ste. 150, Seattle, WA 98108 PROJECT NAME: Sam's Club UST Removal PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant is requesting Environmental (SEPA) Review for the removal of three 20,000 gallon underground storage tanks (USTs), the fuel canopy and kiosk building associated with the gas station at Sam's Club. The project site is located within the Commercial Arterial (CA) zoning designation and Urban Design District D. The USTs were pumped down to approximately one inch of residual product remaining in the bottom of the tanks. A seismic hazard area and protected slopes are mapped on the project site. An off-site wetland is mapped off-site to the southwest of the project site. All proposed work would occur within existing paved developed areas, no impacts to critical areas or buffers are anticipated. PROJECT LOCATION: 901 S Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 LEAD AGENCY: City of Renton Environmental Review Committee Department of Community & Economic Development The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This Determination of Non-Significance is issued under WAC 197-11-340. Because other agencies of jurisdiction may be involved, the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days. Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on March 15, 2019. Appeals must be filed in writing together with the required fee with: Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. Appeals to the Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and more information may be obtained from the Renton City Clerk’s Office, (425) 430-6510. PUBLICATION DATE: March 1, 2019 DATE OF DECISION: February 25, 2019 DocuSign Envelope ID: E39F45D8-647D-4709-B115-E4297A132291 2/27/2019 | 5:41 AM PST2/28/2019 | 12:44 PM PST 2/28/2019 | 12:13 PM PST