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Enclosure
cc: King County Wastewater Treatment Division Ramin Pazooki, WSDOT, NW Region
Boyd Powers, Department of Natural Resources Larry Fisher, WDFW
Karen Walter, Fisheries, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Duwamish Tribal Office
Melissa Calvert, Muckleshoot Cultural Resources Program US Army Corp. of Engineers
Stephanie Jolivette, Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation Washington State Department of Ecology
June 21, 2019
Washington State
Department of Ecology
Environmental Review Section
PO Box 47703
Olympia, WA 98504-7703
Subject: ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) THRESHOLD DETERMINATION
Transmitted herewith is a copy of the Environmental Determination for the following project reviewed
by the Environmental Review Committee (ERC) on June 17, 2019:
SEPA DETERMINATION: Determination of Non-Significance (DNS)
PROJECT NAME: Talbot Hill Substation Current Limiting Reactors
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA19-000097, CUP-H, SA, ECF, SF
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on July
5, 2019, 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 information regarding
the appeal process may be obtained from the 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) 430-7312.
For the Environmental Review Committee,
Angelea Weihs
Associate Planner
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057 | 425-430-7200, ext. 2
www.rentonwa.gov
OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
DNS: THE CITY OF RENTON ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COMMITTEE (ERC) HAS DETERMINED THAT THE PROPOSED
ACTION DOES NOT HAVE A SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT.
DATE OF NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION:
June 21, 2019
PROJECT NAME/NUMBER: PR19-000212 Talbot Hill Substation Current
PROJECT LOCATION: 2400 S Puget Drive (APN 2023059066)
LOCATION WHERE APPLICATION MAY
BE REVIEWED:
Applicant documents are available online through the City of Renton
Document Center website. See also http://bit.ly/2WT8LNN
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is requesting a Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Permit, Environmental (SEPA) Review, Site Plan Review, and a Special Fence Permit for proposed Talbot Hill Substation
improvements located at 2400 S Puget Dr (parcel number 2023059066). The project site totals 13.4 acres and is zoned
Residential-8 (R-8). PSE is proposing to install six Current Limiting Reactors (CLRs) within a fenced enclosure adjacent to
the existing Talbot Hill Substation. The proposed CLRs are large, highly customized coils that are each supported by three
insulators. For safety and security purposes, the CLRs will also be installed on elevated pedestals with foundations, and
enclosed by an eight foot security fence. A new 190 foot long by 85 foot wide gravel pad will be constructed to support
the CLRs and the enclosure. The equipment will be accessed by a new approximately 330 foot long by 15 foot wide gravel
access road that will connect to an existing gravel driveway which extends from Puget Dr. SE to the substation entrance
on PSE parcel number 2023059003. Stormwater from the new impervious surface will be split between a new infiltration
drywell and the existing stormwater pond that serves the substation. No modifications to the existing stormwater pond
will occur. The proposal also includes the installation of a new three-pole 230 kV H-frame (77 feet, 67 feet, and 77 feet
above grade) outside the fenced area to accommodate a reconfiguration of an existing transmission line needed as part
of the substation modernization. No tree or significant vegetation removal is proposed as part of this project. The project
site contains moderate coalmine hazards, moderate landslide hazards, and sensitive slopes (within 50 feet). The
applicant has submitted a Technical Information Report (TIR) and Geotechnical Engineering Study with the application.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on July 5, 2019, 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 RMC 4-8-110 and information regarding the appeal process may be obtained
from the Renton City Clerk’s Office, (425) 430-6510.
PUBLIC HEARING: A public hearing is tentatively scheduled for July 9, 2019 at 11:00 AM before
the Renton Hearing Examiner in Renton Council Chambers on the 7th floor of
Renton City Hall, located at 1055 South Grady Way. If the Environmental
Determination is appealed, the appeal will be heard as part of this public
hearing.
NOTICE
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: LUA19-000097, CUP-H, SA, ECF, SF
APPLICANT: Kerry Kriner, Puget Sound Energy, PO Box 97034, EST 4W, Bellevue, WA 98009
PROJECT NAME: Talbot Hill Substation Current Limiting Reactors
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is requesting a Hearing Examiner Conditional Use
Permit, Environmental (SEPA) Review, Site Plan Review, and a Special Fence Permit for proposed Talbot Hill Substation
improvements located at 2400 S Puget Drive (parcel number 2023059066). The project site totals 13.4 acres and is zoned
Residential-8 (R-8). PSE is proposing to install six Current Limiting Reactors (CLRs) within a fenced enclosure adjacent to
the existing Talbot Hill Substation. The proposed CLRs will be installed on elevated pedestals with foundations, and
enclosed by an eight foot security fence. A new 190 foot long by 85 foot wide grave l pad will be constructed to support
the CLRs and the enclosure. The equipment will be accessed by a new approximately 330 foot long by 15 foot wide gravel
access road that will connect to an existing gravel driveway which extends from Puget Dr. SE. The proposal also includes
the installation of a new three-pole 230 kV H-frame (77 feet, 67 feet, and 77 feet above grade) outside the fenced area.
No tree or significant vegetation removal is proposed as part of this project. The project site contains moderate coalmine
hazards, moderate landslide hazards, and sensitive slopes (within 50 feet). The applicant submitted a Technical
Information Report (TIR) and Geotechnical Engineering Study with the application.
PROJECT LOCATION: 2400 S Puget Drive
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 July 5, 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: June 21, 2019
DATE OF DECISION: June 17, 2018
DocuSign Envelope ID: EAEF8F0A-FB97-4552-9FAF-C1CFC9A08FB6
6/17/2019 | 11:37 AM PDT
6/17/2019 | 2:44 PM PDT
6/17/2019 | 11:26 AM PDT
6/18/2019 | 2:26 PM PDT
DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE
(DNS) ADVISORY NOTES
PROJECT NUMBER: LUA19-000097, CUP-H, SA, ECF, SF
APPLICANT: Kerry Kriner, Puget Sound Energy, PO Box 97034, EST 4W, Bellevue,
WA 98009
PROJECT NAME: Talbot Hill Substation Current Limiting Reactors
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is requesting a Hearing Examiner conditional
Use Permit, Environmental (SEPA) Review, Site Plan Review, and a Special Fence Permit for proposed
Talbot Hill Substation improvements located at 2400 S Puget Drive (parcel number 2023059066). The
project site totals 13.4 acres and is zoned Residential-8 (R-8). PSE is proposing to install six Current
Limiting Reactors (CLRs) within a fenced enclosure adjacent to the existing Talbot Hill Substation. The
proposed CLRs will be installed on elevated pedestals with foundations, and enclosed by an eig ht foot
security fence. A new 190 foot long by 85 foot wide gravel pad will be constructed to support the CLRs
and the enclosure. The equipment will be accessed by a new approximately 330 foot long by 15 foot
wide gravel access road that will connect to an existing gravel driveway which extends from Puget Dr.
SE. The proposal also includes the installation of a new three-pole 230 kV H-frame (77 feet, 67 feet, and
77 feet above grade) outside the fenced area. No tree or significant vegetation removal is prop osed as
part of this project. The project site contains moderate coalmine hazards, moderate landslide hazards,
and sensitive slopes (within 50 feet). The applicant submitted a Technical Information Report (TIR) and
Geotechnical Engineering Study with the application.
PROJECT LOCATION: 2400 S Puget Drive
LEAD AGENCY: The City of Renton
Department of Community & Economic Development
Planning Division
MITIGATION MEASURES:
This project has no proposed mitigation measures at this time.
ADIVISORY NOTES:
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 actions.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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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: Angelea Weihs, 425-430-7312, aweihs@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 e ight
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.
4. A National Permit Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit is required when more than one acre is
being cleared.
5. The applicant may not fill, excavate, stack or store any equipment, dispose of any materials, supplies or
fluids, operate any equipment, install impervious surfaces, or compact the earth in any way within the
area defined by the drip line of any tree to be retained.
6. The applicant shall erect and maintain six foot (6') high chain link temporary construction fencing around
the drip lines of all retained trees, or along the perimeter of a stand of reta ined trees. Placards shall be
placed on fencing every fifty feet (50') indicating the words, “NO TRESPASSING – Protected Trees” or on
each side of the fencing if less than fifty feet (50'). Site access to individually protected trees or groups
of trees shall be fenced and signed. Individual trees shall be fenced on four (4) sides. In addition, the
applicant shall provide supervision whenever equipment or trucks are moving near trees.
7. This permit is shall comply with the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. The permitted is responsible
for adhering to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Bald Eagle Management Guidelines (2007) and
/or your U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service permit.
Development Engineering:
(Contact: Justin T. Johnson, 425-430-7291, jtjohnson@rentonwa.gov)
1. See Attached Development Engineering Memo dated June, 2019
Fire Authority:
(Contact: Corey Thomas, 425-430-7024, cthomas@rentonwa.gov)
1. No Comments
Technical Services:
(Contact: Amanda Askren, 425-430-7369, aaskren@rentonwa.gov)
ADVISORY NOTES TO APPLICANT
Page 2 of 2 LUA19-000097
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. Recommendations of the geotechnical report must be followed as a condition of building permits.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: June 13, 2019
TO: Angelea Weihs, Planner
FROM: Justin Johnson, Civil Engineer III, Plan Review
SUBJECT: Talbot Hill Substation improvements
2400 S Puget Dr
LUA19-0000097
I have completed a preliminary review of the application of the above-referenced proposal
located at parcel 2023059066 and have the following comments: The applicant is proposing to
install an expansion of the substation located off of Puget Drive.
WATER
1. Based on the application the City of Renton does not have any water comments.
SANITARY SEWER
1. Based on the application the City of Renton does not have any waste water comments.
STORM DRAINAGE
1. The site currently contains an existing substation and there is newly installed on-site stormwater
detention system. There are no existing drainage improvements along Beacon Way S or Puget
Drive SE.
2. A geotechnical report was prepared by GeoEngineers on February 1st 2017 for the previous
project worked on this site.
a. The Geotech report mentions that infiltration may be feasible. Please provide an
updated Geotech report during your civil construction permit describing the work for
this project and includes information on the water table and soil permeability
(infiltration rates that meet 2017 RSWDM criteria).
3. Refer to Figure 1.1.2.A – Flow Chart to determine what type of drainage review is required for
this site. The site falls within the City’s Flow Control Standard area matching Forested
Conditions. The site falls within the Black River drainage basin. Drainage plans and a drainage
report complying with the adopted 2017 Renton Surface Water Design Manual will be required.
4. On-site BMPs satisfying Core Requirement #9 are be required for the site. Applicant is proposing
to use the reduced impervious surface credit.
a. The Geotechnical report notes that infiltration is possible within the site, therefore
infiltration must be evaluate to its maximum extent feasible prior to continuing on to
other On-Site BMPs (i.e. basic dispersion).
PSE Substation Improvements LUA19-0000097
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June 13, 2019
5. Applicant will need to ensure that the detention system installed with permit number
C17001111 has the capacity to support the new impervious surface. Frontage improvements for
the stormwater conveyance system will be installed with permit C17001111.
6. There is a 2019 system Development Charge of $0.72 per sq foot of new impervious surface
area, but not less than $1,800.00.
TRANSPORTATION
1. Current traffic impact fee is $6.84/SF for light industrial use. Payment of the transportation
impact fee is due at the time of issuance of the building permit.
2. The proposed development fronts Beacon Way South along the east property line(s). Beacon
Way South is classified as a Residential Access Road and is located within the City of Seattle
Cedar River Pipeline Easement. As the road is not public right-of-way, no dedication or frontage
improvements will be required as part of the re-development.
3. Frontage improvements along Puget Drive S was required as part of Civil Construction Permit
C17001111. A deferral permit has been obtained for the frontage improvements, therefore
frontage improvements are not required as part of this project.
4. Per the requirements of RMC 4-6-060, the proposed private access should be in a tract with a
minimum easement width of 26 feet and a minimum paved width of 20 feet and must have a
minimum pavement thickness of 4” of asphalt over 6” of crushed rock to meet city of Renton
standards. The private access should meet the requirements of the Renton Fire Authority.
GENERAL COMMENTS
1. Applicant will need to obtain a civil construction permit for the proposed work within the site.
2. Adequate separation between utilities as well as other features shall be provided in accordance
with code requirements.
a. 7-ft minimum horizontal and 1-ft vertical separation between storm and other utilities is
required with the exception of water lines which require 10-ft horizontal and 1.5-ft
vertical.
b. The stormwater line should be minimum 5 feet away from any other structure or wall or
building.
c. Trench of any utility should not be in the zone of influence of the retaining wall or of the
building.
3. All construction permits for utility and street improvements will require separate plan
submittals. All plans shall confirm to the Renton Drafting Standards. A licensed Civil Engineer
shall prepare the civil plans. Please visit the Development Engineering Forms page for the most
up-to-date plan submittal requirements:
http://rentonwa.gov/business/default.aspx?id=42473
4. A landscaping plan shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate
sheets.
5. All utility lines (i.e. electrical, phone, and cable services, etc.) serving the proposed development
must be underground. The construction of these franchise utilities must be inspected and
approved by a City of Renton inspector.
6. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2019 only and will be
assessed based on the fee that is current at the time of the permit application or issuance, as
applicable to the permit type. Please visit www.rentonwa.gov for the current development fee
schedule.