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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
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: CITC Renton Headquarters + Campus
2. Name of applicant: Rhodes Architecture + Light
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
Rhodes Architecture + Light
c/o: Josh Meharry
4218 SW Alaska St, Ste G
Seattle WA 98116
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4. Date checklist prepared: 9/4/19
5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton Planning Department
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Documentation/ Permitting: 9/16/19 - 5/13/20
Construction: 5/18/20 - 9/1/21
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.
No.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal.
• “Cleanup Action Report” (8/10/15)
Prepared By: GeoEngineers, Inc.
• “Initial Investigation Field Report” (10/30/15)
Prepared By: Washington State Department of Ecology
• “No Further Action Determination” (11/18/15)
Prepared By: Washington State Department of Ecology
• “Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment” (4/18/18),
Prepared By: Terracon Consultants, Inc.
• “Limited Site Investigation” (8/8/18),
Prepared By: Terracon Consultants, Inc.
• “Focused Site Characterization Report” (5/9/19)
Prepared By: GeoEngineers, Inc.
• “Proposed Approach to Address Contamination” (6/14/19)
Prepared By: GeoEngineers, Inc.
• “City of Renton Aquifer Closure Permit Approval Letter” (7/25/19)
Prepared By: Renton Public Works Department
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.
No.
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10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
City of Renton Land Use Approval
City of Renton Building Permit
Lot Line Adjustment + Combination
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.)
Adaptive reuse of existing 32,681sf building, with new second level addition
including a fully screened rooftop mechanical area and (4) roof deck areas. Site
work includes new surface parking lot, landscaping areas, public plaza, street and
parking lot lighting, new sidewalks and curbs, utility undergrounding and street
repaving/ resurfacing.
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.
Project Address: 1300 Bronson Way N, Renton WA 98057
Legal Description: Lots 1-16, Block 1, Car Work's Addition to Renton, per plat
recorded in Volume 15 of plats, page 47, records of King County, Washington.
Site Plan, Vicinity Map and Topographic Map: Reference Drawing Sheets G0.10,
A1.10, as well as the Survey.
B. Environmental Elements
1. Earth
a. General description of the site:
Flat
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
3%
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
agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in
removing any of these soils.
Native Sands and Gravel.
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d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so,
describe.
No.
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.
The anticipated excavation of soils for the placement of new concrete foundations
is approximately 288 cubic yards. No new fill is anticipated.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
No, all excavation activities will occur inside of the existing structure and will not be exposed to
the elements.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
79% Impervious Area.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
City of Renton mandated Erosion and Sediment Control Best Management Practices will be
implemented during construction.
2. Air
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.
None.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so,
generally describe.
No.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
N/A
3. Water
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.
The Cedar River is located approximately 1,700 feet downstream of the property;
stormwater flows are conveyed to the river via Renton’s piped storm drainage
system.
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.
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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 fill or dredge material at the river or other water bodies
4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No.
5. Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? 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.
Stormwater runoff will be conveyed through Renton’s storm drainage system from
the site to the Cedar River. Onsite stormwater runoff will receive enhanced
treatment, based on the requirements of Renton’s 2016 Surface Water Design
Manual, via bioretention located on the project site. The project site will contain
approximately 1.6 acres of impervious surfaces and bioretention facilities, and we
estimate the total stormwater discharge will be 200,000 cubic feet per year.
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. Municipal water will be used on site.
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 waste material will be discharged on site to groundwater.
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 will be generated by primarily to hard surfaces, such as the
building roof and parking areas. Small amounts of runoff may occur from landscaped
areas. The site will be graded to convey all site runoff to a bioretention facility, which
will provide enhanced treatment, based on the requirements of the 2016 Renton
Surface Water Design Manual. All stormwater calculations, including runoff volumes
and bioretention performance, are performed using MGS Flood v.4.49.
Note: No groundwater recharge will occur from the bioretention, because the site is
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located within an aquifer protection zone (Zone 1). All bioretention outflows will be
conveyed to Renton’s storm drainage system for conveyance and discharge to the
Cedar River. The Cedar River flows into Lake Washington.
2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
No waste materials will be discharged to surface waters.
3. Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If
so, describe.
Drainage patterns will not be altered. Site stormwater runoff will continue to flow into
the city of Renton’s storm drainage system for conveyance to the Cedar River.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage
pattern impacts, if any:
No alterations to drainage patterns will occur. See above for description of stormwater
treatment.
4. Plants
a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site:
deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
X evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
X shrubs
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
x other types of vegetation (weeds)
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
The type of vegetation to be removed is:
Appx 60 Arborvitae trees/shrubs (Thuja ‘Emerald Green’)
2 Hydrangea shrubs (Hydrangea paniculata)
Appx 1000 sf of Weeds and grass
c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
NONE
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on
the site, if any:
Proposed landscaping includes a mixture of native and drought tolerant plants in perimeter
buffers (10’ wide) and along the street (6-8’ wide). Also includes Bioretention planting. Species
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include: Western Sword Fern, Vine Maple, Flowering Currant, Redtwig Dogwood, Yarrow,
Common Rush, Oregon Grape, Japanese Sedge and many others.
e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site.
Possible small patches of Himalayan Blackberry and Bindweed on the site.
5. Animals
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:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other
None.
b. List any threatened and 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:
Not Applicable
e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site.
None.
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.
Electric: Power Supply / Natural Gas: Heating
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties?
If so, generally describe.
No.
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:
Re-Use of Existing Structure, Low-E Glazing, added Insulation around perimeter
of existing exterior walls and below slab insulation.
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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. No environmental health hazards have been identified.
1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses.
Reference “Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment” Report by Terracon provided with this
checklist.
Multiple underground storage tanks are known to exist on site (abandoned underground
storage tanks, waste oil vault, wash sumps, former gas station locations with previously
removed UST’s, and possible oil tanks on old residential properties). These were mostly
decommissioned in place according to the multiple environmental 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.
None that we’re aware of, or that were identified in the various Environmental
Reports.
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.
None.
4) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
None.
5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
If petroleum-impaired soils are found during excavation, the soil will be removed and replaced
with new soil, per the recommendations of the Environmetal Reports.
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment, operation, other)?
Traffic Noise: Bronson Way N (Arterial), I-405 (0.1 miles from site).
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.
Construction Noise will be generated, but only during the hours of 7am-8pm on
weekdays and 9am-8pm on Saturdays as permitted by City of Renton (no work is
permitted on Sundays).
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Demo and construction work will initially begin inside the existing building for as long as
possible, which will mitigate sound for neighboring properties.
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8. Land and Shoreline Use
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 existing building on the western portion of the site has been used as a truck repair and
parts depot. The eastern half of the site is abandoned and has no current use.
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?
No.
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 farm or forest land exists nearby.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
The existing building on the western half of the site was built in 4 phases, and consists
primarily of CMU exterior bearing walls with Glu-Laminated Beams and wood decking with
concrete slabs on grade.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
The southern showroom closest to Bronson Way N will be demolished, but the rest of the
existing structure will be re-used in the new design.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
CA (Commercial and R-8 (Residential)
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Commercial Mixed-Use/ Residential (High 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 a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify.
Aquifer Protection Area
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
36 Employees
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
3 Employees at Bryant Motors
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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:
Proposal is compatible with designated Commercial Zone.
m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term
commercial significance, if any:
N/A
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, mid-
dle, or low-income housing.
No Residential units will be provided with this project.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
None.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
N/A
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?
Top of Roof Monitor: 41’-6” (Max Building Height per Renton Zoning Code is 50’-0”)
Primary Exterior Materials: Horizontal Metal Siding (13” panels with 2” reveals), Vertical
corrugated Metal Siding, and Curtain Wall Glazing with Overhead Sectional Doors per
Elevation.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
None.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Second Level is set back from existing first level footprint to limit visibility of second level. Green
screen (planted wall) is being provided at the northern elevation to soften the aesthetic impact of
the building for the residential properties across the street.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly
occur?
The project is composed of a multi-story educational building with a
pedestrian entry plaza, landscaping, and an adjacent surface parking lot
bisected by a City of Renton alleyway.
According to Renton Municipal Code: Exterior Lighting 4-4-075: Lighting on
the project must “provide ample but not excessive illumination levels, promote
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the general public health, welfare, and safety, discourage light trespass
beyond the boundaries of the property on which the light is located, as well as
accent key architectural elements and landscape features (Ord, 5518, 12-14-
2009).
In addition, Section 4-3-100 Renton’s Urban Design Regulations state:
In keeping with the stated aims of the City of Renton, the proposed exterior
lighting for this project consists of:
• Building mounted lighting aimed to accent architectural features.
• Building mounted recessed lighting to illuminate egress entry/exits and
egress pathways.
• Accent lighting within architectural features of the entry plaza including
curved feature walls and a central fountain.
• Ground mounted low-level lighting to illuminate entry plaza egress path.
• Ground mounted aimable accent lighting to highlight landscape elements.
• Pole mounted lighting (25 ft total height) to provide general illumination to
parking and circulation areas.
Proposed interior lighting for the building will be visible from the surrounding
area and is intended to highlight interior architectural features, provide a warm
glow to the interior views of the building, and act as a subtle welcoming
presence in the neighborhood.
Both interior and exterior lighting design is intended to minimize glare,
eliminate light spill onto neighboring properties, and achieve the objectives
laid out by the City of Renton.
Lighting that is visible to the project surroundings will be scheduled for the
open hours of the building with light levels being reduced to minimum levels
needed for neighborhood safety during the un-occupied hours of the building.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
Lighting for the project is being carefully and thoughtfully designed to conform to the City of
Renton Exterior Lighting standards which preclude safety hazards and shall not interfere with
views. Interior and exterior lighting will also be enabled with dimming control for specific area
light level adjustability. Photometric calculations will be employed to ensure that glare and
light spill are not present with this project.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
The identified possible off-site light sources that may impact the CITC project are the sports
lighting standards in Liberty Park across Bronson Way from the project.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
Exterior light sources used will:
• Be aimed away from property lines where necessary.
• Have house-side shields if needed to maintain zero light spill onto adjoining properties.
• Be aimed either straight down or angled towards the building they are mounted on to
minimize or eliminate glare.
• Contain spread lenses or soft-view optics to minimize glare.
• Both interior and exterior lighting will be enabled with dimming control to enable specific
area light level adjustability.
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12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
Liberty Park: Located on the opposite side of Bronson Way N. Amenities include: basketball
courts, tennis practice wall, baseball field, tennis courts, picnic areas, play equipment, skate park,
restrooms, Cedar River Trail access.
Cedar River Trailhead: ½ mile away from site (accessed through Liberty Park). 17.3 mile trail
following the Cedar River.
Cedar River Park: .5 Miles away (across I-405). Includes Renton Community Center, Henry
Moses Aquatic Center, Carco Theater.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
No recreational uses currently exist onsite.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
None.
13. Historic and cultural preservation
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.
Existing building on the site is over 45 years ago and is being re-used to the greatest
extent possible in the new building design. The existing building is not registered on
any 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.
No evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation is known to exist on the site.
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.
Not applicable.
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.
Not applicable.
14. Transportation
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 site is served by Bronson Way North on the south, by Meadow Avenue North on the east, by
Garden Avenue North on the west, and by North 2nd Street on the north. Additionally an existing
public alley splits the property and provides access to both the renovated building and to the
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proposed parking facility. Conventional curb cuts are proposed for access to both the building
and parking areas. Bronson Way North is Washington State Route 900, an arterial classification
with direct access to Interstate 405
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?
The site is not directly served by transit but 450’ away west along Bronson Way North (adjacent
to the Public Library frontage and near Liberty Park) is a King County Metro bus stop offering
several bus routes with connectivity to the City of Renton’s Transit Center, which includes a Park
and Ride facility.
c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal
have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate?
The project proposes to install 64 new parking within the east parcel’s surface
parking lot. That lot today does not include any parking. On-street parking is
unaffected by the proposed project.
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).
The project is required to replace and reconstruct new street curbs, sidewalks, landscape strips,
and pavement for the half-width adjacent to the project on all fronting streets anywhere that
existing street improvements are non-standard (which is the majority of the frontage). The project
is also required to underground existing overhead cabling; Puget Sound Energy, CenturyLink,
and Comcast have all claimed existing overhead facilities, and those cables are proposed to be
installed underground in conduit, duct banks, and vaults as part of this project’s scope of work.
e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe. No impact.
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?
The project is replacing an existing auto parts and service facility. Trip generation
studies for that auto facility concluded that the auto facility was likely to have
produced 536 daily trips, including 65 AM Peak-Hour and 74 PM Peak Hour trips. The
new site use (the CITC project) is likely to produce 226 daily trips, including 22 AM
Peak-Hour and 22 PM Peak Hour trips. Therefore, the project results in a large
decrease of traffic volume. As an educational facility, minimal trucks would be
accessing the site. Trip generation rates are calculated based on the Institute of
Traffic Engineer’s Land Use Code 943 and analysis of a similar CITC site located in
Marysville, Washington.
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 impact.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
The adjacency of the project to the extensive King County Metro transit facilities is intended to
reduce single passenger vehicle trips.