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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.
A. Background [HELP]
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Topgolf Renton
2. Name of applicant: Topgolf
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
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Applicant: Tanner Micheli, Director of Real Estate Development
Topgolf
tanner.micheli@topgolf.com
Contact: Jenelle Taflin, P.E., Principal
Navix Engineering
jtaflin@navixeng.com
425-458-7896
4. Date checklist prepared: June 17, 2019
5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
The proposed project will be built out in two phases. The first phase will consist of the Topgolf
facility, construction of which is proposed to commence in late 2019/early 2020 with construction
completion in late 2020/early 2021. The second phase will consist of a to-be-determined mixed-
use component on the remaining 2.65 acres of the site and will be developed following the
Topgolf build-out at a later date.
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.
No, there are no known future additions, expansion, or other activity related to this proposal.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal.
· Phase I Environmental Site Assessment by Professional Service Industries, Inc. dated
April 20, 2018
· Phase II Limited Site Investigation Report by Professional Service Industries, Inc. dated
June 11, 2018
· Wetland Reconnaissance by Altmann Oliver Associates, LLC dated April 30, 2018
· Geotechnical Engineering Services Report by GeoEngineers dated May 18, 2018
· Traffic Impact Analysis by the Transpo Group, dated June 2019
· Technical Information Report by Navix Engineering, dated June 14, 2019
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.
None known.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
· City of Renton:
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o Master Plan Review
o Hearing Examiner Site Plan Review
o SEPA Environmental Review
o Civil Construction Permit Review
o Commercial Building Permit Review
o Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Code Permit Review
· Federal Aviation Authority Review
· NPDES Construction Stormwater Permit Coverage Review
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size
of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to
describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this
page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project
description.)
The proposed first pahse of the project will consist of a Topgolf recreational facility with 102
hitting bays, a surface parking lot, and associated underground utilities on a portion of the
13.68-acre parcel (no. 0886610010) located at 745 Park Avenue North. In order to
accommodate employees of the adjacent 24-hour Boeing manufacturing facility, the Topgolf
project will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The remaining 2.65 acres of the project
site will be reserved for a future mixed-use development as part of Phase 2 of the overall site
development.
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise
location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and
range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or
boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic
map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you
are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications
related to this checklist.
The project site for the proposed Topgolf Renton recreational facility and future mixed-use
development is located at 745 Park Avenue North on a 13.68-acre parcel (no. 0886610010),
south of N 8th St between Logan Ave N and Park Ave N. Please see enclosed Preliminary Civil
Engineering Plan set for additional details.
B. Environmental Elements [HELP]
1. Earth [help]
a. General description of the site:
(circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other _____________
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
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agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in
removing any of these soils.
On-site soils are comprised of relatively shallow fill overlying alluvial deposits, which consist
of very soft to stiff silt with varying sand content and very loose to dense sand with varying
silt content. Groundwater was observed as shallow as 4 feet from existing ground surface.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so,
describe.
The site is mapped by the City of Renton to be within a Seismic Hazard Area. This condition
is addressed in the enclosed geotechnical report.
e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of
any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill.
Approximately 6,000 CY of cut and 26,000 CY of fill are proposed to construct the
proposed improvements. Fill will be re-used if possible and additional fill needed will be
sourced from City-approved sites.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
Erosion typical of construction activity is anticipated. Erosion and sedimentation control
measures will be implemented according to the 2017 City of Renton Surface Water Design
Manual.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
Approximately 81% of the Phase 1 development is proposed to be covered with impervious
surfaces. Phase 2 impervious coverage will be determined at a later date.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
To address the short-term construction-related erosion potential, erosion and sedimentation
control measures will be implemented according to the 2017 City of Renton Surface Water
Design Manual.
2. Air [help]
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction,
operation, and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and
give approximate quantities if known.
Short-term impacts to air quality typical of construction activity are anticipated. Long-term
impacts to air quality as a result of vehicle exhaust from customers and residents are not
anticipated to be significant.
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b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so,
generally describe.
No, no off-site sources of emissions or odor are anticipated to affect this proposal.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
None. Short-term impacts to air quality typical of construction activity are anticipated. Long-
term impacts to air quality as a result of vehicle exhaust from customers and residents are
not anticipated to be significant.
3. Water [help]
a. Surface Water: [help]
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, there are no known surface water bodies in the immediate vicinity of the site. Cedar
River is located approximately 1,700’ due west of the site, but the site is not tributary to
the Cedar River. Instead, the site is tributary to Lake Washington by means of the
municipal conveyance system, which ultimately discharges to the lake at approximately
4,000’ from the project site.
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.
No, no work is proposed over or adjacent to the described waters.
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.
No filling or dredging is proposed in the described waters.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No, no surface water withdrawals or diversions are proposed.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan.
No, the project site does not lie within a 100-year floodplain.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so,
describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
No, no discharge of waste materials to surface waters is proposed.
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b. Ground Water: [help]
1) Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so,
give a general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities
withdrawn from the well. Will water be discharged to groundwater? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No, no groundwater will be withdrawn from a well and no water will be discharged to
groundwater.
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.
No, no waste material will be discharged to the ground from septic tanks or other
sources.
c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
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.
Stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces will be collected in catch basins and routed
to one of two on-site stormwater management systems. In the western portion of the site
that includes the new Topgolf building and adjacent parking lot areas, stormwater runoff
from the parking lot area will be routed to modular wetland facilities for water quality
treatment prior to discharge to underground detention tanks for flow control. The roof
runoff from the building will discharge directly to the underground detention tanks. The
treated runoff from the western basin will be control-released to the existing municipal
conveyance system in Logan Avenue. In the eastern portion of the site that includes the
outfield area, the surface parking lot to the southeast, and the Phase 2 development
area, stormwater runoff will be routed through a modular wetland for water quality
treatment before conveying stormwater runoff to an underground detention vault for
flow control. The treated runoff from the eastern basin will be control-released to the
existing municipal conveyance system in Park Avenue.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
No, waste materials are not anticipated to enter ground or surface waters.
3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If
so, describe.
No, the proposal is not proposing to impact drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site.
An area swap is proposed to allow for simplified routing of the outfield. However, the
overall drainage patterns will not be impacted. Please see Technical Information Report
enclosed for more information.
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d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage
pattern impacts, if any:
The proposed on-site stormwater management systems will be designed in accordance
with the 2017 City of Renton Surface Water Design Manual. No impacts to
groundwater, surface waters, or drainage patterns are anticipated.
4. Plants
a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site:
____deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
____evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
__x__shrubs
__x__grass
____pasture
____crop or grain
____ Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops.
____ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
____water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
____other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
The site is comprised of predominantly grassy areas, which will be removed as part of site
development. There are no existing trees on-site.
c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
None known.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any:
On-site landscaping consistent with the City of Renton Landscaping Code will be provided.
e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site.
None known.
5. Animals [help]
a. List any birds and other animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known
to be on or near the site.
Examples include:
birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other:
mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: rodents
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fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other ________
b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
None known.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
Yes, the site in within Pacific Flyway area, a north-south flyway for migratory birds.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
On-site landscaping consistent with the City of Renton Landscaping Code will be provided,
including the planting of trees, which will enhance wildlife habitat on-site.
e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site.
None known.
6. Energy and Natural Resources [help]
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.
Natural gas will be used for heating the proposed development. Electricity will be used for all
other project energy needs.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties?
If so, generally describe.
The project is not anticipated to impact the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties.
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:
The project will be consistent with the energy conservation measures required by the current
building codes, which include proper insulation and ventilation, and the WA State Energy
Code, as required as part of permit applications and approvals. The project will also
implement electricity-saving features such as high-output, low-consumption lighting.
7. Environmental Health [help]
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.
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No, no environmental health hazards are anticipated as part of this development.
1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses.
The site was previously used by Boeing as part of an aircraft development and manufacturing
facility and consisted of offices, storage areas, and photograph development labs. At one
time, the presence of vinyl chloride in groundwater and soil gas was documented. Recently,
additional soil, groundwater, and soil-gas sampling was performed, which revealed no
presence of VOC’s (including vinyl chloride) above Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA)
screening levels. Please see enclosed environmental-related reports.
2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development
and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines
located within the project area and in the vicinity.
No hazardous chemicals/conditions, including hazardous liquid and gas transmission
pipelines are located on-site or in the vicinity.
3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced
during the project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating
life of the project.
No toxic or hazardous chemicals are anticipated to be stored, used, or produced during the
project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating life of the facility.
4) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
No special emergency services are anticipated to be needed. Emergency services typical to
commercial facilities are anticipated to be adequate for the project.
5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
N/A. No environmental health hazards are anticipated as part of the construction of the facility,
nor the daily regular use of the facility.
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment, operation, other)?
Noise from the surrounding, adjacent roadways and from the office use to the south are not
anticipated to impact the proposed development.
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)? Indi-
cate what hours noise would come from the site.
Short-term construction activity-related noise is anticipated during daylight hours consistent
with state and local regulations. Long-term noise associated with the operation of the facility is
not anticipated to create any significant impact to the site or surrounding areas.
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3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
On-site landscaping consistent with the City of Renton Landscaping Code will be provided,
including required screening.
8. Land and Shoreline Use [help]
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current
land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe.
The site is currently vacant and is comprised of grassy areas throughout with some pavement
areas associated with previous site development. The site is bound by North 8th Street to the
north, Logan Avenue North to the west, Park Avenue North to the east, and office buildings
with parking structures to the south. The project is not anticipated to affect current land uses
on nearby or adjacent properties.
b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe.
How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to
other uses as a result of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated,
how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or
nonforest use?
The site does not currently contain any agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial
significance. The site is currently vacant, is not zoned to permit agricultural uses, and shows
no signs of previous working farmlands or working forest lands.
1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal
business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides,
tilling, and harvesting? If so, how:
No, the project is not adjacent to any farm or forest land uses.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
The site is currently vacant and is comprised of grassy areas throughout with some pavement
areas associated with previous site development.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
No, the site is currently vacant.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
The site is zoned UC-C, Urban Center Design District C.
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
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The site is designated as Commercial Mixed Use.
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 a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify.
The site is mapped by the City of Renton to be within a Seismic Hazard Area. This condition
is addressed in the enclosed geotechnical report. It is also mapped that the southeastern
portion of the site falls within Zone 2 of the Aquifer Protection Area.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Upon completion, Topgolf typically employs a total of approximately 450-500 people. The
peak shift can have as many as 125 employees present at one time. Employment data will be
available for the Phase 2 project upon submittal at a later date.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
The site is currently vacant and will not result in any displacement.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
N/A.
L. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans, if any:
The project will be designed to meet the City of Renton Zoning Code. Please see enclosed
supplemental information.
m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term
commercial significance, if any:
None. The site is not located adjacent to or near any agricultural or forest lands with
commercial significance.
9. Housing [help]
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, mid-
dle, or low-income housing.
N/A. No dwelling units are proposed.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
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N/A. The site is currently vacant.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
N/A. The site is currently vacant.
10. Aesthetics [help]
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is
the principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
The tallest height of the Topgolf building is approximately 46’. The proposed net poles range
in height from 90’ up to 170’ above the finished floor elevation of the building. The height of
the Phase 2 project will be available upon submittal at a later date.
The Topgolf building is primarily constructed of structural steel and concrete. The exterior
elevations primarily consist of a mixture of metal panels, glass, and EIFS. Architectural
elevations have been provided for the Phase 1/Topgolf projet. Architectural details for the
Phase 2 project will be available upon submittal at a later date.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
The view of the vacant property from adjacent commercial properties will be altered with the
construction of the new Topgolf and mixed-use development component.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
The proposed Topgolf and mixed-use development building will be constructed with high
quality and aesthetic finishes. The net poles are painted to blend with the color of the sky and
the netting material is close to transparent. Landscape screening will be provided along all
property boundaries, including significant screening along N 8th Street and Logan Avenue N
to minimize the visual impact of the proposed development.
11. Light and Glare [help]
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly
occur?
On-site lighting will include interior and exterior building lighting, parking area lighting, and
outfield lighting during night play. The parking lot fixtures are LED fixtures that comply with
the City of Renton lighting requirements. The Topgolf outfield will be lit with LED strips
mounted beneath the second and third level roof decks at heights of approximately 28’ and
42’. Details on the fixture types have been provided with the photometric plan.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
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No glare from the project is anticipated to be a safety hazard or interfere with views. All
lighting proposed for the project will be consistent with applicable development standards and
zero light spillage is anticipated at property boundaries.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
No existing off-site light or glare sources are anticipated to affect this proposal.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
All lighting proposed for the project will be consistent with applicable development standards
and zero light spillage is anticipated at property boundaries.
12. Recreation [help]
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
Lake Washington Trail running along Logan Avenue and leading to Lake Washington is a
designated recreational facility within the immediate vicinity of the site. The nearest
designated parks include Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park and Liberty Park within an
approximate 0.5-mile radius from the project site. Renton Landing shopping center is located
immediately north across N 8th Street from the project site.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
No, no recreational uses would be displaced.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
The Topgolf development will provide a premier recreational opportunity by virtue of its golf
entertainment complex, featuring 102 climate-controlled hitting bays with an approximate 4.5-
acre outdoor driving range outfield.
13. Historic and cultural preservation [help]
a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over 45 years
old listed in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers? If so,
specifically describe.
There are no buildings, structures, or sites over 45 years old located on or in the immediate
vicinity of the site that are listed in or are eligible for listing in national, state, or local
preservation registers.
b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation?
This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts,
or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies
conducted at the site to identify such resources.
There are no known landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use of
occupation not any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of cultural importance on or near
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the site. Moreover, per the DAHP's WISAARD mapping system, there are no landmarks,
features, evidence, artifacts, or areas of Indian, historic, or cultural use, occupation, or
importance. The site was previously used by Boeing as part of an aircraft development and
manufacturing facility and consisted of offices, storage areas, and photograph development
labs.
c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources
on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of
archeology and historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc.
Per the DAHP's WISAARD mapping system, there are no landmarks, features, evidence,
artifacts, or areas of Indian, historic, or cultural use, occupation, or importance. The site
was previously used by Boeing as part of an aircraft development and manufacturing
facility and consisted of offices, storage areas, and photograph development labs.
d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance
to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required.
No impacts to cultural and historic resources are anticipated. Per the DAHP's WISAARD
mapping system, there are no landmarks, features, evidence, artifacts, or areas of Indian,
historic, or cultural use, occupation, or importance.
14. Transportation [help]
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and
describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any.
The project site is bounded by Logan Avenue N to the west, Park Avenue N to the east and
N 8th Street to the north. Proposed access to the Togolf facility in the first phase of
development will be from Logan Avenue N.
b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally
describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop?
Yes, the site is currently served by public transit. King County Metro has several routes with
stops located along Logan Avenue N and Park Avenue N, immediately adjacent to the
project site.
c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal
have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate?
The completed Topgolf project will have approximately 336 parking stalls, comprised of
surface stalls. Phase 2 will provide additional parking via a combination of surface and
structured parking, details of which will be provided in a subsequent submittal at a later
date. The site is currently vacant; therefore, no existing stalls will be eliminated.
d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian,
bicycle or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe
(indicate whether public or private).
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Aside from driveway construction and the necessary work related to utility construction
within the right-of-way, the project is not proposing any improvements to the existing roads,
streets, pedestrian, bicycle or state transportation facilities. Additional right-of-way will be
dedicated to the City to accommodate future roadway widening and/or other improvements
as deemed necessary by the City in the future.
e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
The project does not use water, rail, and/or air transportation. The site is not within the
immediate vicinity of water or rail transportation, but is located in the vicinity of the Renton
Municipal Airport (air transportation). The project will seek Federal Aviation Authority (FAA)
review and approval for the proposed structure heights.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal?
If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume
would be trucks (such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What data or
transportation models were used to make these estimates?
Per the Traffic Impact Analysis by the Transpo Group dated June 2019, the Topgolf facility
is anticipated to generate 186 PM peak hour trips with 100 inbound and 86 outbound.
Please see enclosed traffic analysis report for additional information.
g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and
forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe.
No, the site is not in the vicinity of agricultural or forest lands nor in the vicinity of roads or
streets used primarily for agricultural or forest lands, nor in the vicinity of roads or streets
used primarily for agricultural or forest product transport.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
A transportation impact fee will be assessed as part of the required City permit approvals
for the project. The transportation impact fee will be paid by the applicant when required.
15. Public Services [help]
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection,
police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe.
The project will likely result in an increase in the need for public services including fire
protection, police protection, public transit, health care, etc. Emergency services provided
by fire and police protection are only to be used as needed.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
Associated impact fees will be assessed as part of the required City permit approvals and
will be paid by the applicant when required.
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16. Utilities [help]
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:
electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system,
other ___________
i. 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.
Proposed utility services will be provided as follows:
· Puget Sound Energy: Electricity and natural gas
· City of Renton: sanitary sewer and water
· City of Renton/Republic Services: refuse services
· Multiple Providers: telecom/cable
C. Signature [HELP]
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the
lead agency is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature: ________________________________________________
Name of signee _Jenelle Taflin____________________________________
Position and Agency/Organization __Principal, Navix Engineering_________
Date Submitted: __6/17/2019________
D. Supplemental sheet for nonproject actions [HELP]
(IT IS NOT NECESSARY to use this sheet for project 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; pro-
duction, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
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Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
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, floodplains, or prime farmlands?
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
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?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities?
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
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7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or
requirements for the protection of the environment.