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HomeMy WebLinkAboutenvchecklist_SWUPlan_signedDEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 1 ENV ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Planning Division 1055 South Grady Way-Renton, WA 98057 Phone: 425-430-7200 | www.rentonwa.gov PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST: The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required. INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS: This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most precise information known, or give the best description you can. You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to hire experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write “do not know“ or “does not apply“. Complete answers to the questions now may avoid unnecessary delays later. Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you. 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. 2 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NONPROJECT PROPOSALS: Complete this checklist for non-project proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply." IN ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D). For non-project actions (actions involving decisions on policies, plans and programs), the references in the checklist to the words “project," "applicant,“ and "property or site“ should be read as "proposal," "proposer,“ and "affected geographic area," respectively. A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: City of Renton Surface Water Utility System Plan 2. Name of applicant: City of Renton – Utility Systems Division 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Joe Farah, Surface Water Utility Engineering Manager, 1055 S. Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057, 425-430-7248, jfarah@rentonwa.gov 4. Date checklist prepared: September 2, 2020 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): The City of Renton Surface Water Utility System Plan (Plan) is scheduled for adoption in 2020. 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. No. This Plan lists the programs and projects planned by the Surface Water Utility for the next six years. Proposed capital improvement project locations are identified in the Plan. 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Depending on the scope of the projects proposed in the Plan, an individual environmental checklist and threshold determination would be completed as specific projects are advanced for construction. 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. system/A, this is a non-project action. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. The Plan must undergo a SEPA review. 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. The City of Renton proposes the adoption of an updated Surface Water Utility System Plan, a comprehensive city-wide surface water guiding document for programmatic and capital improvement needs for the Surface Water Utility for the next six 3 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 years and beyond. The surface water area encompasses the City of Renton boundaries of approximately 24 square miles. 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 Plan is applicable throughout the City of Renton’s city limits encompassing approximately 24 square miles. 4 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. EARTH a. General description of the site (check or circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other _____________. The City of Renton has areas of steep slopes, some hills, a plateau, and river valley areas. b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? The slopes vary from flat (zero percent) to very steep (over 90 percent). Steep slopes exist along the Maple Valley Highway to the north and south of the Cedar River Valley (southern edge of Renton Highlands; northern edge of Scenic Hill and Rolling Hills), along the eastern side of I-405 (eastern edge of the Renton Highlands), along the southern (SR 900) and eastern (Rainier Ave N) edges of Renton West Hill, along the western (SR 167) and northern (I-405) edges of Talbot Hill, along the western edge (I-405) of Scenic Hill and in the canyons of May Creek and Honey Creek from Union Ave NE to Lake Washington Blvd N. 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. According to the USDA’s Web Soil Survey, the main soil types within the City include: Alderwood gravelly sandy loam, Alderwood and Kitsap soils, Arents-Alderwood material, and Indianola loamy sand. Alderwood gravelly sandy loam makes up over 30% of the City’s area and is considered prime farmland. Using engineering classifications: there is a wide variety of highly variable glacial deposits in the City that include clay, silt, sand, gravel, cobbles, and boulders. In the river valley areas, there is a variety of modern alluvium and undifferentiated deltaic deposits. Adoption of the Surface Water Utility System Plan will not itself result in the removal of agricultural soil. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their impact to agricultural soils prior to implementation. d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. Within the City, there are areas of unstable soils including steep slopes and historic coal mines. Some alluvial deposits in the Cedar River Valley and old Black River Valley may be subject to liquefaction during seismic events. Sensitive areas are mapped by the City and are subject to regulation under Renton Municipal Code Title IV, Development Regulations. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their soil conditions prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. Construction projects identified in the Plan will require excavation and grading of 5 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 an undetermined quantity of material. Specific projects will be subject to individual environmental review before implementation. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in the clearing, construction or use of soils, however, the Plan’s programs and projects may result in erosion from construction. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for erosion potential prior to implementation. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? N/A, non-project action. Specific projects will be subject to individual environmental review before implementation. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: N/A, non-project action. Where applicable, best management practices, along with erosion and sedimentation control measures, will be used in all areas of potential erosion. Specific projects will be subject to individual environmental review before implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in air emissions, however, the Plan’s programs and projects may be a source of emissions from construction activity, operations, or maintenance through equipment and vehicles. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for air emissions prior to implementation. b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for off-site sources of emissions prior to implementation. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: N/A, non-project action. However, standard emissions controls for construction equipment will be utilized during construction of projects recommended by this Plan. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their potential impact and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. 3. WATER a. Surface Water: 6 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 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. There are multiple surface water bodies in the City of Renton. The City’s northwest boundary is the shoreline of Lake Washington. The rivers and streams that run through the City include the Cedar River, Black River, May Creek, Springbrook Creek, Soos Creek, and Johns Creek. There are also wetlands located in many locations throughout the City. All land use applications will be reviewed and analyzed for potential impacts at the time of application. Where required, project specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated. 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. N/A, this is a non-project action. However, the Plan’s programs and projects may require work within 200 feet of surface water bodies. The projects will be reviewed and analyzed for potential impacts at the time of application. Where required, project specific impacts will be addressed and mitigated. 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. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in direct alteration of the environment, however, the Plan’s programs and projects may result in addition or removal of fill and dredge material. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential impacts and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in withdrawal or diversion of surface water. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential impacts and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan: N/A, non-project action. However, some portions of the City are within or adjacent to 100-year floodplains. Projects that are subject to environmental review will identify floodplain boundaries prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. However, no waste material will be discharged into surface waters during construction of projects recommended by this Plan. Projects that are subject to environmental review will identify discharge plans prior to implementation. 7 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 b. Ground Water: 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. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in withdrawal or discharge of ground water. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will identify withdrawal or discharge plans prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. However, no waste material will be discharged into the ground during projects recommended by this Plan. Projects that are subject to environmental review will identify discharge plans prior to implementation. c. Water runoff (including storm water): 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. N/A, non-project action. Stormwater runoff may occur from the construction of capital projects identified in the Plan. Stormwater sources include mainly impervious surfaces in which the runoff is collected and conveyed in ditches and pipes to the City’s surface water bodies. Water storage and treatment methods may be employed where appropriate prior to discharging to surface water or ground water. The proposed capital stormwater projects improve the conveyance, storage, and/or treatment of stormwater. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will identify runoff sources, methods of collection and disposal, quantities, flowpath and receiving water. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in waste materials entering ground or surface waters. Projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential impacts and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan 8 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 will not itself result in reduction or control of surface, ground and runoff water nor impact drainage patterns. Projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential impacts and their corresponding reduction and control measures prior to implementation. 4. PLANTS a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: __X__deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other __X__evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other __X__shrubs __X__grass __X__pasture ____crop or grain ____orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops. __X__wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other __X__water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other __X__other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in removal or alteration of vegetation, however, the Plan’s programs and projects may result in these impacts. Vegetation maintenance of City right-of-way, easements, and wastewater, water and surface water facilities is a component of the Surface Water Utility’s program and conducted for public safety and regulatory compliance. Projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential vegetation impacts and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. N/A, non- project action. Projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their potential impact to threatened or endangered plant species on or near the site. d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: N/A, non-project action. However, the Plan identifies City policy to incorporate native vegetation which intersects with surface water management services for water quality and habitat. Several capital projects in the Plan propose a conceptual solution to promote native vegetation and remove invasive vegetation. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for vegetation plans before implementation. 9 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for noxious weeds and invasive plant species on or near the site before implementation. 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: gulls Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: opossum, raccoon, rabbit, squirrel Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the following animals are listed as threatened in the City: bull trout (Salvelinus confluentus), marbled murrelet (Brachyramphus marmoratus), streaked horned lark (Eremophila alpestris strigata), and yellow-billed cuckoo (Coccyzus americanus). According to NOAA, the City is within the critical habitat for Puget Sound ESU Chinook (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) and Puget Sound DPS Steelhead (Oncorhynchus mykiss). Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their potential impact to threatened or endangered wildlife species on or near the site. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their potential impact to threatened or endangered wildlife species on or near the site. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. N/A, non-project action. However, the entire state of Washington is within the Pacific flyway and two rivers in Renton watersheds (Cedar and Green Rivers) are spawning routes for salmon and steelhead trout. Specific projects will be subject to individual environmental review before implementation. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: N/A, non-project action. However, the Plan identifies City policies to preserve resources for wildlife use which intersects with surface water management services for flood protection, water quality and habitat. Specific projects that are subject to environmental 10 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 review will be evaluated for potential impacts to wildlife and their corresponding preservation or enhancement measures prior to implementation. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for invasive animal species on or near the site prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself use energy. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for energy and other natural resource uses prior to implementation. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself affect the potential use of solar energy. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for effects of the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties prior to implementation. 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: N/A, non- project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself reduce or control energy impacts, however, the Plan identifies City policies to conserve energy use which intersects with surface water management services for flood protection, water quality and habitat. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for energy conservation features prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in direct environmental health hazards, however, the potential impacts from the Plan’s programs and projects are currently unknown. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential environmental health hazards and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. 11 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for known or possible contamination at the site prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non- project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for existing hazardous chemicals or conditions at the site prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for toxic or hazardous chemicals during the development, construction, or lifetime of the project prior to implementation. 4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself require emergency services, however, the potential impacts from the Plan’s programs and projects are currently unknown. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for special emergency services prior to implementation. 5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: N/A, non-project action. However, the Plan identifies regulations, recommendations and strategies to implement a source control program which would control environmental health hazards through inspection and enforcement of best management practices at pollution-generating properties. b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for surrounding noise prior to implementation. 12 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 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)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself create any short-term or long-term noise, however, the potential impacts from the Plan’s programs and projects are currently unknown. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for types and level of noise prior to implementation. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential noise and corresponding measures to reduce or control noise impacts prior to implementation. 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 following land uses are present in the City: industrial, commercial, residential, community and public services, recreational, and resource conservation. Adoption of the Plan will not itself affect any land use on nearby or adjacent properties, however, the potential impacts from the Plan’s programs and projects are currently unknown. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for individual land uses prior to implementation. 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 non-forest use? In the past, the City contained working farmlands as a small part of the economic base. Adoption of the Plan will not itself convert any agricultural or forest land. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for effects to working farm or forest land prior to implementation. 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: N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land, however, the potential impact from the Plan’s programs and projects are currently unknown. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for effects to working farm or forest land prior to implementation. 13 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 c. Describe any structures on the site. There are many types of structures in the City including: industrial, commercial, residential, community and public service buildings. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself demolish any structures. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for planned demolition prior to implementation. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? The City zoning classifications include residential, commercial, industrial, urban, and resource conservation areas. f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? The City comprehensive plan land use designations include residential low density, residential medium density, residential high density, commercial mixed use, commercial office residential, and employment area. g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? The City shoreline master program designations include natural environment, urban conservancy, single family residential, shoreline high intensity, shoreline high intensity isolated lands, and aquatic shoreline. h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. The City has multiple critical areas including flood hazard areas, seismic hazard areas, steep slopes, habitat conservation areas, wellhead protection areas, streams, lakes, and wetlands. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? The City has a full time resident population of approximately 105,500 in 2020. j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself displace any people. The potential impact from the Plan’s programs and projects are currently unknown, however, it is unlikely any project would lead to displacement. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for displacement prior to implementation. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential displacement and corresponding measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts prior to implementation. l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: The Plan incorporates conceptual habitat projects from the WRIA 8 14 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 Four-Year Work Plan which identifies priority project actions in the Lake Washington/Cedar/Sammamish Watershed. m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long- term commercial significance, if any: N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential impacts to agricultural and forest lands and corresponding measures to reduce or control impacts prior to implementation. 9. HOUSING a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan and its corresponding programs and projects are not intended to provide housing units. b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan and its corresponding programs and projects are not intended to eliminate housing units. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan and its corresponding programs and projects are not intended to affect housing. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential impacts to housing and corresponding measures to reduce or control impacts prior to implementation. 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? N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in a structure. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for structure height and material prior to implementation. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for view alteration and obstruction prior to implementation. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential aesthetic impacts and corresponding measures to reduce or control impacts prior to implementation. 15 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 11. LIGHT AND GLARE a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in light or glare. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for light and glare prior to implementation. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in light or glare. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for light and glare impacts prior to implementation. c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself be affected by existing off-site sources of light or glare. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated existing off-site sources of light or glare prior to implementation. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential light and glare impacts and corresponding measures to reduce or control impacts prior to implementation. 12. RECREATION a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? The City’s recreation opportunities include a recreation center, swimming pool, ball fields, sports courts, public parks, trails, open space, a golf course, two lake-front beaches, and a public boat launch. The Renton History Museum, Memorial Stadium, and Carco Theatre provide additional opportunities. b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself displace any existing recreational uses. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their impacts on recreation and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. 16 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 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. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself involve any historical building, structures, or sites. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their proximity to historical buildings, structures and sites prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself involve any cultural resources. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their proximity to cultural resources prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their impacts to cultural and historic resources and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. 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. Multiple streets and highways serve the City of Renton. Major highways passing through the city include Interstate 405 and State Routes 167, 169, 515 and 900. Major arterials include Rainier Avenue, Grady Way, NE 4th Street, Oakesdale Avenue, Carr Road, and Duvall Avenue. 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? Public 17 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 transportation within the City limits includes bus services provided by Sound Transit and King County Metro. Transportation hubs include Renton Transit Center and the South Renton Park and Ride. c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate? N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself add or eliminate parking spaces. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for impacts to parking prior to implementation. 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). N/A, non-project action. The Plan’s programs and projects may occur in the immediate vicinity of existing transportation facilities. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for impacts to transportation facilities prior to implementation. e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself use water, rail, or air transportation. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for impacts to transportation facilities prior to implementation. 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 non-passenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself affect the amount of vehicular trips per day, however, the potential impacts from the Plan’s programs and projects are currently unknown. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for effects to transportation prior to implementation. 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. N/A, non-project action. The potential impacts from the Plan’s programs and projects are currently unknown, however, it is unlikely any project would affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural or forest products. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for the movement of products prior to implementation. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for 18 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 their impacts on transportation and corresponding measures to reduce or control impacts prior to implementation. 15. PUBLIC SERVICES 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. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in an increased need for public services, however, the Plan recommends anticipating needs to comply with new NPDES permit required programs and demand on operation and maintenance. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. N/A, non-project action. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their impacts to public services and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. 16. UTILITIES a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other stormwater system b. 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. N/A, non-project action. Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in utility construction, however, the Plan recommends capital improvement projects for stormwater infrastructure which would be constructed by the City or their contractor. The infrastructure includes pipes, culverts, flow control and water quality facilities, and catch basins. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for their impacts prior to implementation. 19 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 C. SIGNATURE 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. Proponent Signature: Name of Signee (printed): Joe Farah Position and Agency/Organization: Surface Water Utility Engineering Manager/City of Renton Date Submitted: 09/09/2020 20 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (IT IS NOT NECESSARY to use these sheets 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; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? The Plan will not itself increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise; however, the Plan’s programs and projects have the potential for these effects. For example, projects recommended by the Plan that require construction may result in exhaust emissions, dust, and noise from construction equipment as well as temporary storage of hazardous materials. Flood reduction projects may involve the installation of larger pipes which could increase the discharge of stormwater to a receiving water. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential impacts and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: For the Plan adoption, there are no specific measures planned to reduce these impacts. Best management practices will be used to minimize impacts, in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, during the planning and construction of any applicable projects. Proposed projects will be reviewed and addressed on an individual basis by permitting agencies prior to implementation. 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in direct effects to plants, animals, fish, or marine life. The Plan identifies problems and conceptual solutions for improving habitat conditions for plants, animals and fish. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential impacts to vegetation and wildlife and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: For the Plan adoption, there are no specific measures planned to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish or marine life. Renton’s Municipal Code will be enforced to conserve plants, animals, fish and marine life and best management practices will be used to 21 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 protect vegetation and wildlife, in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, during the planning, design, construction and operations of any applicable programs and projects. Proposed projects will be reviewed and addressed on an individual basis by permitting agencies prior to implementation. 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in the direct depletion of energy or natural resources. Some projects may require the use of energy resources. For example, the construction of new capital projects requires fuel for equipment operation and delivery of materials. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential impacts to energy resources and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: For the Plan adoption, there are no specific measures planned to protect or conserve energy and natural resources. Best management practices and procedures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources will be used in the design, construction, operations, and maintenance of the infrastructure proposed by the Plan, in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, for any applicable projects. Proposed projects will be reviewed and addressed on an individual basis for energy and natural resources impacts by appropriate agencies prior to implementation. 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? Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in direct effects to environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated for governmental protection, however, there is potential for the Plan’s programs and projects to occur in the immediate vicinity of sensitive areas. For example, dredging projects may impact these areas by altering aquatic habitat conditions during construction. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for potential impacts and corresponding mitigation measures prior to implementation. Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: For the Plan adoption, there are no specific measures planned to protect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated for governmental protection. Best management practices and procedures to protect these resource areas will be used in the design, construction, operations, and maintenance of the infrastructure proposed by 22 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 the Plan, in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, for any applicable projects. Mitigation for dredging projects may include on and off-site habitat improvements, however, proposed projects will be reviewed and addressed on an individual basis for impacts to environmentally sensitive areas and areas designated for government protection by permitting agencies prior to implementation. 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? Adoption of the Plan will not itself result in direct effects to land and shoreline use and will not allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans. Specific projects that are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for land and shoreline use prior to implementation. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: The Plan is designed to support City land use plans, including adhering to the guidelines set by the state Growth Management Act. Applicable projects will be required to comply with local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations regarding land and shoreline use. Proposed projects will be reviewed and addressed on an individual basis for impacts to land and shoreline use by permitting agencies prior to implementation. 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? Adoption of the Plan will not itself increase demands on transportation, public services, or utilities. The Plan itself is partly in response to population growth and increased demands on the surface water utility. The Plan recommends anticipating needs to comply with new NPDES permit required programs and demand on operation and maintenance. Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: The Plan itself was developed, in part, as a response to increased demands on the City’s surface water utility system. The Plan includes estimated costs and staff resources to address the increased demand on the Surface Water utility. 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. The 2020 City of Renton Surface Water Utility System Plan does not conflict with any known local, state, or federal environmental laws or requirements. Specific projects that 23 \\rv12rfps02\Depts\PW\File Sys\SWP - Surface Water Projects\SWP-27 - Surface Water Projects (CIP)\27-9999 SSWM Plan\1300 SEPA\envchecklist_SWUPlan.doc Rev: 08/2016 are subject to environmental review will be evaluated for adherence to environmental laws or requirements prior to implementation