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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRE_Pre-Application_Meeting_Summary_Meadow_Ave_190609_v1PRE-APPLICATION MEETING FOR MEADOW AVE SHORT PLAT 3804 MEADOW AVE N PRE19-000089 CITY OF RENTON Department of Community & Economic Development Planning Division June 6, 2019 Contact Information: Planner: Angelea Weihs, 425-430-7312, aweihs@rentonwa.gov Public Works Plan Reviewers: Jonathan Chavez, 425-430-7288, jchavez@rentonwa.gov Fire Prevention Reviewer: Corey Thomas, 425-430-7024, cthomas@rentonrfa.org Building Department Reviewer: Craig Burnell, 425-430-7290, cburnell@rentonwa.gov Please retain this packet throughout the course of your project as a reference. Consider giving copies of it to any engineers, architects, and contractors who work on the project. You will need to submit a copy of this packet when you apply for land use and/or environmental permits. Pre-screening: When you have the project application ready for submittal, call and schedule an appointment with the project manager to have it pre-screened before making all of the required copies. The pre-application meeting is informal and non-binding. The comments provided on the proposal are based on the codes and policies in effect at the time of review. The applicant is cautioned that the development regulations are regularly amended and the proposal will be formally reviewed under the regulations in effect at the time of project submittal. The information contained in this summary is subject to modification and/or concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Planning Director, Development Services Director, Department of Community & Economic Development Administrator, Public Works Administrator and City Council). FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE:April 30, 2019 TO:Assigned Planner FROM:Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector SUBJECT:Meadow Short Plat 1. The fire flow requirement for the proposed single family homes is a minimum of 1,000 gpm for homes under 3,600 square feet (including garage and basement areas) and goes up to a minimum of 1,500 gpm for homes over 3,600 square feet. A minimum of one fire hydrant is required within 300-feet of each proposed home. A minimum of two fire hydrants are required within 300-feet of the proposed homes if they exceed 3,600 square feet. It appears existing fire hydrant can meet the minimum requirement. 2. The fire impact fees are currently applicable at the rate of $829.77 per each individual home. This fee is paid at time of building permit issuance. Credit is granted for the retention/removal of the one existing home. 3. Fire department apparatus access roadways are adequately served by the existing public roads. k:\preapps\2019\pre19-000089_ signature gci short plat\02.review comments\pre19- 000089_eng_comments_06042019.docx DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE:June 6, 2019 TO:Angelea Weihs, Planner FROM:Jonathan Chavez, Plan Reviewer SUBJECT:Signature GCI Short Plat 3804 Meadow Avenue N PRE19-000089 NOTE: The applicant is cautioned that information contained in this summary is preliminary and non-binding and may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official City decision- makers. Review comments may also need to be revised based on site planning and other design changes required by City staff or made by the applicant. I have completed a preliminary review for the above-referenced proposal located at parcel(s) 3342700570. The following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of Renton by the applicant. WATER 1. Water service is provided by the City of Renton. The site is within the Kennydale 320 Pressure Zone. 2. The static water pressure is about 82 psi at ground elevation of 130 feet. 3. A pressure reducing valve is required downstream of the meter because the water pressure exceeds 80 psi. 4. The site is located outside the City's Wellfield Capture Zones. 5. There is an existing 12-inch water main (see City water project plan no. W-0456) in Meadow Avenue N that can deliver a maximum flow capacity of 4,500 gallons per minute (gpm). 6. There is an existing ¾-inch domestic water meter serving the subject property that is located along the western side of the property. 7. There is an existing fire hydrant located at the northwest corner of the N 38th Street and Meadow Avenue N intersection (HYD-N-00179). 8. Installation of a “Storz” adapter on the existing hydrants, if they are not already equipped with one. 9. A separate domestic water service and meter is required for each lot. Meter sizing shall be per Uniform Plumbing Code, Chapter 6. 10. A conceptual water plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject development. 11. The development is subject to applicable water system development charges (SDC’s) and meter installation fees based on the number and size of the meters for domestic uses and Signature GCI Short Plat – PRE19-000089 June 6, 2019 Page 2 of 5 for fire sprinkler use. The development is also subject to fees for water connections, cut and caps, and purity tests. Current fees can be found in the 2019 Development Fees Document on the City’s website. Fees that are current will be charged at the time of construction permit issuance. a. The SDC fee for water is based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the project. The current water fee for a single 1-inch meter is $4,050.00 per meter. b. Water service installation charges for each proposed domestic water service is applicable. Water Service installation for a 1-inch water service line is $2,875.00* per service line. This is payable at construction permit issuance. c. Drop-in meter fee is $460.00* per meter for a 1-inch meter. This is payable at issuance of the building. d. Final determination of applicable fees will be made after the water meter size has been determined. SDC fees are assessed and payable at construction permit issuance. e. A credit will be issued for any water service that is abandoned. SEWER 1. Sewer service is provided by the City of Renton. 2. There is an existing 8-inch concrete wastewater main located in Meadow Avenue N (see City plan no. S-017905). 3. There is an existing 6” concrete sewer stub at the west property line. There is also a 4” side sewer from the stub to the house. The side sewer will have to be cut and capped with the demolition of the existing house. You can re-use the existing sewer stub provided that it is lined, if lineable. 4. The Applicant will need to install a new sewer stub for each of the new lots from the existing sewer main in Meadow Avenue N. The new sewer stubs shall be a minimum of 6” and shall run at a slope of at least 2% to the main. 5. The development is subject to a wastewater system development charge (SDC) fee. SDC fee for sewer is based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the project. The current sewer fee for a 1-inch meter install is $3,100.00 per meter. A sewer system redevelopment credit will apply for the existing sewer service. SURFACE WATER 1. A drainage report complying with the current Renton Surface Water Design Manual (RSWDM) will be required. Based on the City’s flow control map, the site falls within the City’s Peak Rate Flow Control Standard (Existing Site Conditions). The site falls within the May Creek Drainage Basin. Refer to Figure 1.1.2.A – Flow chart to determine the type of drainage review required in the RSWM. 2. The existing site topography is relatively flat. There is no on-site stormwater conveyance system. Stormwater from the site either infiltrates or gradually flows off-site. There is an 18” stormwater main on the west side of the property (see City plan no. D-234409). 3. If the new plus replaced pollution generating impervious surface area exceeds 5,000 SF, the applicant will be required to provide basic water quality treatment. Any proposed detention and/or water quality vault shall be designed in accordance with the RSWDM that is current at the time of civil construction permit application. Separate structural plans will be required to be submitted for review and approval under a separate building permit for the detention and/or water quality vault. Signature GCI Short Plat – PRE19-000089 June 6, 2019 Page 3 of 5 4. Appropriate on-site BMPs satisfying Core Requirement #9 will be required to help mitigate the new runoff created by this development to the maximum extent feasible. On-site BMPs shall be evaluated in order of preference by feasibility as described in Section C.1.3 of the 2017 RSWDM. A preliminary drainage plan, including the application of on-site BMPs, shall be included with the land use application, as applicable to the project. The final drainage plan and drainage report must be submitted with the utility construction permit application. 5. A geotechnical soils report for the site is required per the 2017 Renton Surface Water Design Manual Section C.1.3. Information on the water table and soil permeability (measured infiltration rates), with recommendations of appropriate on-site BMPs per Core Requirement #9 and Appendix C shall be included in the report. The report should also include information concerning the soils, geology, drainage patterns and vegetation present shall be presented in order to evaluate the drainage, erosion control and slope stability for site development of the proposed plat. The applicant must demonstrate the development will not result in soil erosion and sedimentation, landslide, slippage, or excess surface water runoff. 6. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided. 7. As of 9/28/2018, the City of Renton has developed a new set of Surface Water Standard Plans to replace the existing set. These new Surface Water Standard Plans shall be used in all future drainage plan submittals. 8. The 2019 Surface water system development fee is $0.72 per square foot of new impervious surface, but no less than $1,800.00 for each new lot. This is payable prior to issuance of the construction permit. This fee is subject to change based on the calendar year the construction permit is issued. TRANSPORTATION 1. Meadow Avenue North is classified as a residential access street with an existing right of way width of approximately 40-41’. Per RMC 4-6-060, the minimum right of way width for a residential access street is 53’. Per City code 4-6-060, half street improvements shall include a pavement width of 26 feet (13 feet from centerline), a 0.5-foot curb, an 8-foot planting strip, an 5-foot sidewalk, street trees and storm drainage improvements. a. The existing paved width is approximately 30’. The Applicant shall retain the existing paved width and provide a 0.5-foot curb, an 8-foot planting strip, a 5- foot sidewalk, street trees and storm drainage improvements. Dedication of approximately 8’ (pending field survey) will be required. 2. The site borders Interstate 405 (I-405) on the east property line. Preliminary plans for the future widening of I-405 indicate ROW acquisition from the subject site. Applicant should further coordinate with WSDOT at 425-456-8538 for further coordination and to verify any future impacts related to widening of the highway. 3. ADA access ramps shall be installed at all street crossings. Ramps shall be shown at each intersection. Ramps shall be oriented to provide direct pedestrian crossings. 4. Parking lot construction shall be in accordance with City code 4-4-80G. Street lighting and street trees are required to meet current city standards. Lighting plans are required to be submitted with the land use application and will be reviewed during the construction utility permit review. Shared driveways are allowed for access to up to 4 lots provided at least one of the four (4) lots abuts a public right-of-way with at least fifty (50) linear feet of frontage and the subject lots are not created by a subdivision of ten (10) or more lots. Refer to the shared driveway requirements as outlined in RMC 4-6-060J. Shared Signature GCI Short Plat – PRE19-000089 June 6, 2019 Page 4 of 5 driveways shall be within a tract; the width of the tract and paved surface shall be a minimum of sixteen feet (16'); the Fire Department may require the tract and paved surface to be up to twenty feet (20') wide. If a shared driveway abuts properties that are not part of the subdivision, an eight foot (8') wide landscaped strip shall be provided between the shared driveway and neighboring properties. 5. Refer to City code 4-4-080 regarding driveway regulations: a. Driveways shall be designed in accordance with City standard plans 104.1 and 104.2. b. Maximum driveway slope is 15%. Driveways which exceed 8% shall provide slotted drains at the lower end with positive drainage discharge to restrict runoff from entering the garage. c. The maximum width of a single loaded garage driveway is 9-feet and the maximum width of a double loaded garage driveway is 16-feet. If a garage is not present, the maximum driveway width is 16-feet. d. Driveways shall not be closer than 5-feet to any property line. 6. Paving and trench restoration shall comply with the City’s Trench Restoration and Overlay Requirements. 7. The transportation impact fee is based on the type of land use. For a single family dwelling, the 2019 transportation impact fee is $7,820.42. Transportation impact fees are subject to change based on the year the building permit is applied for. GENERAL COMMENTS 1. All existing and proposed utility lines (i.e. electrical, phone, and cable services, etc.) along property frontage or within the site must be underground. The construction of these franchise utilities must be inspected and approved by a City of Renton inspector. 2. Maximum exposed retaining wall height is 6-ft and shall be setback a minimum of 3-ft from the right-of-way as outlined in RMC 4-4-040 – Fences, Hedges and Retaining Walls. 3. 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. 4. All civil construction permits for utility and street improvements will require separate plan submittals. All utility 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 5. A landscaping plan and tree retention shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate sheets. 6. A demo permit is required for the demolition of the existing building. The demo permit shall be acquired through the building department. 7. 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 Signature GCI Short Plat – PRE19-000089 June 6, 2019 Page 5 of 5 development fee schedule. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE:June 6, 2019 TO:Pre-application File No. 19-000089 FROM:Angelea Weihs, Associate Planner SUBJECT:Meadow Ave Short Plat General: We have completed a preliminary review of the pre-application for the above- referenced development proposal. The following comments on development and permitting issues are based on the pre-application submittals made to the City of Renton by the applicant and the codes in effect on the date of review. The applicant is cautioned that information contained in this summary may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Community & Economic Development Administrator, Public Works Administrator, Planning Director, Development Services Director, and City Council). Review comments may also need to be revised based on site planning and other design changes required by City staff or made by the applicant. The applicant is encouraged to review all applicable sections of the Renton Municipal Code. The Development Regulations are available for purchase for $50.00 plus tax from the Finance Division on the first floor of City Hall or online at www.rentonwa.gov. Project Proposal: The project site (Tax Parcel nos. 3342700570 and 3342700630) is comprised of two lots located at 3804 Meadow Ave N. The project site totals approximately 35,352 square feet in area and is zoned Residential-6 (R-6). An existing single family residence is proposed to be demolished on parcel number 3342700570 (25,849 SF). Parcel number 342700570 (9,503 SF) is currently vacant. Both lots currently access off of Meadow Ave N. The applicant is proposing a lot line adjustment to the two lots in order to reduce parcel number 3342700630 to approximately 7,000 SF and increase the lot size of parcel number 3342700570. The applicant then proposes to build a new single family home on parcel number 3342700630, and subdivide the larger lot (3342700570) into 3 lots for the future development of 3 single family homes. Access to the proposed lots would be provided via residential driveways extending off of Meadow Ave N. High erosion hazards, moderate landslide hazards, and sensitive/protected slopes are mapped within 60 feet of the project site. Current Use: The property is developed with an existing single family home, which is proposed to be removed. Lot Line Adjustment Principles of Acceptability: A lot line adjustment shall be consistent with the following principles of acceptability: 1. Correcting: Adjust lot lines including the elimination of a common lot line in order to correct property line or setback encroachments; 2. Improving: Create better lot design, or improve access; 3. Approval Criteria: Meadow Ave Short Plat, PRE19-000089 Page 2 of 5 June 6, 2019 a. An additional lot, parcel or tract shall not be created; and b. The subject lots, parcels or tracts are within the same zoning district; and c. The proposed adjustments shall not cause the lots, parcels or tracts to increase the nonconformity with respect to applicable zoning (see RMC 4-2), subdivision and other code requirements pertaining to lot design, building location, and development standards; and d. The adjusted lot line(s) is shared by the subject lots. 4. Non-Evasive: Lot line adjustments shall not serve to eliminate or circumvent any state or local requirements, including but not limited to frontage improvements, payment of fee-in-lieu, payment of latecomer fees or the installation of required infrastructure. a. Assessment of fees, right-of-way dedication and frontage improvements for the entire length of the property line(s) bordering rights-of-way may be required as a condition of approval for a lot line adjustment. b. Lots, parcels or tracts that are increased in area by lot line adjustments shall not be permitted to be subdivided for five (5) years following the date upon which the lot line adjustment is recorded or three (3) years following the approval of a lot line adjustment, whichever is longer, unless the following is met: i. The subdivision application includes all lots, parcels and tracts involved in the lot line adjustment in the overall subdivision; or ii. All required infrastructure, including but not limited to frontage improvements, required infrastructure and utility lines are constructed along the frontage of all lots included in the lot line adjustment. (Ord. 5728, 10-20-2014) Zoning/Density Requirements: The subject property is zoned Residential-6 (R-6). The minimum density in the R-6 zone is 3.0 dwelling units per net acre (du/ac) and the maximum density is 6.0 du/ac. Private access easements, critical areas and public right-of-way are deducted from the total area to determine net density. For purposes of calculating net density: All fractions shall be truncated at two numbers past the decimal. Should a calculation result in a fraction of a dwelling unit that is 0.50 or greater, the fraction shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number, for example, 4.56 dwelling units becomes 5.0. Should a calculation result in a fraction that is less than 0.50, the fraction shall be rounded down to the nearest whole number, for example, 4.49 dwelling units becomes 4.0 dwelling units. Whether the applicant chooses to do a subdivision or combination of subdivision and Lot Line Adjustment, the proposal will arrive at a net density of approximately 5.2 dwelling units per net acres after the deduction of approximately 6 feet of ROW dedication along Meadow Ave N. Based on the net density of 5.2 du/ac, the subject site would meet the minimum density requirements of the zone. The applicant would need to contact WSDOT to determine if ROW dedication is required along I- 405, which would impact density calculations. The applicant would be required to demonstrate compliance with the net density requirements of the zone at the time of formal application. Meadow Ave Short Plat, PRE19-000089 Page 3 of 5 June 6, 2019 Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-110A, “Development Standards for Single Family Zoning Designations” effective at the time of complete application (noted as “R-6 standards” herein). Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth – The minimum lot size permitted in Zone R-6 is 7,000 square feet for parcels less than one acre, with one lot allowed to be smaller than the required minimum lot size. This single lot is allowed to be 6,250 square feet in Zone R-6. Minimum lot width is 60 feet for interior lots, or 70 feet for corner lots. Minimum lot depth is 90 feet. The applicant did not include proposed lot sizes or dimensions in the pre-application materials. The applicant will need to demonstrate compliance with lot size, width, and depth requirements of the zone at the time of formal land use application. Building Standards – The R-6 standards allow a maximum building coverage of 40% of the lot area. The maximum impervious coverage in the R-6 zone is 55%. The maximum wall plate height is restricted to 24 feet, and the buildings shall not be more than two stories. Roofs with a pitch equal to or greater than 4:12 may project an additional six (6) vertical feet from the maximum wall plate height; common rooftop features, such as chimneys, may project an additional four (4) vertical feet from the roof surface. Non-exempt vertical projections (e.g., decks, railings, etc.) shall not extend above the maximum wall plate height unless the projection is stepped back one-and-a-half (1.5) horizontal feet from each façade for each one (1) vertical foot above the maximum wall plate height. Detached accessory structures are restricted to a maximum wall plate height of 12 feet. The gross floor area must be less than that of the primary structure. Accessory structures are also included in building lot coverage calculations. The proposal’s compliance with the building standards for the new homes would be verified at the time of building permit review. Setbacks – Setbacks are the minimum required distance between the building footprint and the property line and any private access easement or tract. The required setbacks for the R-6 zone are: Front yard: 25 feet for the primary structure; Rear yard: 25 feet; Side yards: combined 15 ft. with not less than 5 ft. on either side. Corner lots required to have a front yard and a secondary front yard are relieved of the requirement to have a rear yard; in place of a rear yard setback, the side yard setback of the zone shall apply. Lots adjacent to both public ROW and driveway tract frontage are classified as corner lots. Setback compliance for the new homes would be verified at the time of building permit review. Residential Design and Open Space Standards: The Residential Design and Open Space Standards contained in RMC 4-2-115 would be applicable to any new residential structures. Access/Parking: Access to the proposed lots would be provided via single family residential driveways extending off of Meadow Ave N. Each lot is required to accommodate off-street parking for a minimum of two vehicles. Driveways exceeding 8% must provide slotted drains at the lower end of the driveway. The maximum driveway slopes cannot exceed 15%. If the grade exceeds 15%, a variance is required. The maximum width of single loaded garage driveways shall not exceed 9 feet and double loaded garage driveways shall not exceed 16 feet. Compliance with the driveway and parking regulations for the new homes would be verified at the time of Construction and Building Permit review. Landscaping: With the exception of critical areas, all pervious area shall have landscape treatment. Landscaping may include hardscape such as decorative paving, rock outcroppings, fountains, plant containers, etc. Ten feet (10') of on-site landscaping is required along all public Meadow Ave Short Plat, PRE19-000089 Page 4 of 5 June 6, 2019 street frontages. Where there is insufficient right-of-way space or no public frontage, street trees are required in the front yard subject to approval of the Administrator. A minimum of two (2) trees are to be located in the front yard prior to final inspection. A conceptual landscape plan shall be provided with the formal land use application as prepared by a registered Landscape Architect, a certified nurseryman or other certified professional. Significant Tree Retention: A Tree Retention/ Land Clearing (Tree Inventory) Plan along with a tree retention worksheet shall be provided with the formal land use application. The tree retention plan must show preservation of at least 30 percent (30 %) of significant trees, and indicate how proposed building footprints would be sited to accommodate preservation of significant trees that would be retained. The Administrator may authorize the planting of replacement trees on the site if it can be demonstrated to the Administrator's satisfaction that an insufficient number of trees can be retained. In addition to retaining 30 percent of existing significant trees, each new lot would be required to provide a minimum tree density of 2 trees per 5,000 square feet of lot area onsite. Protected trees that do not contribute to a lot's required minimum tree density shall be held in perpetuity within a tree protection tract. Significant trees shall be retained in the following priority order: Priority One: Landmark trees; significant trees that form a continuous canopy; significant trees on slopes greater than twenty percent (20%); Significant trees adjacent to critical areas and their associated buffers; and Significant trees over sixty feet (60') in height or greater than eighteen inches ( 18") caliper. Priority Two: Healthy tree groupings whose associated undergrowth can be preserved; Other significant native evergreen or deciduous trees; and Other significant non- native trees. Priority Three: Alders and cottonwoods shall be retained when all other trees have been evaluated for retention and are not able to be retained, unless the alders and/ or cottonwoods are used as part of an approved enhancement project within a critical area or its buffer. The Administrator may require independent review of any land use application that involves tree removal and land clearing at the City's discretion. Critical Areas: High erosion hazards, moderate landslide hazards, and sensitive/protected slopes are mapped within 60 feet of the project site. Whenever a proposed development requires a development permit and a geologic hazard, including sensitive slopes, is present on the site of the proposed development or on abutting or adjacent sites within fifty feet (50') of the subject site, geotechnical studies by licensed professionals, such as a geotechnical engineer and/or engineering geologist, shall be required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ascertain whether critical areas or environmental concerns are present on the site during site development or building construction. Environmental Review: The proposed project is categorically exempt from Environmental (SEPA) Review. Permit Requirements: The proposal would require administrative short plat approval. The application would be reviewed within an estimated time frame of six to eight weeks. The 2019 administrative short plat application fee is $5,397.00 ($5,140.00 each plus a 5% Technology Surcharge Fee). Each modification request is $262.50 ($250.00 each plus a 5% Technology Meadow Ave Short Plat, PRE19-000089 Page 5 of 5 June 6, 2019 Surcharge Fee). All fees are subject to change. Detailed information regarding the land use application submittal can be found on the City’s new website by clicking “Land Use Applications” on the Community & Economic Development page, then “All Forms (A to Z).” The City now requires electronic plan submittal for all applications. Once Preliminary Short Plat approval is obtained, the applicant must complete the required improvements and dedications, as well as satisfy any conditions of the preliminary approval before submitting for Final Short Plat review. Once final approval is received, the plat may be recorded. The newly created lots may only be sold after the plat has been recorded. In addition to the required land use permits, separate construction and building permits would be required. Public Notice: A minimum of one Public Information Sign is required for a Short Plat application. The applicant is responsible for the procurement, installation and maintenance of the sign. Detailed information regarding the land use application submittal requirements is provided on the City of Renton website (www.rentonwa.gov). Fees: In addition to the applicable building and construction fees, impact fees would be required. Such fees would apply to all projects and would be calculated at the time of building permit application and payable prior to building permit issuance. The 2019 impact fees are as follows: A Transportation Impact Fee based on $7,820.42 per each new detached dwelling unit. A Parks Impact Fee based on $2,740.07 per each new detached dwelling unit. A Fire Impact fee of $829.77 per each new detached dwelling unit. Renton School District Impact Fee is $6,877.00 per each new detached dwelling unit. A handout listing Renton’s development-related fees is available on the City of Renton website for your review. Note: When the formal application materials are complete, the applicant is strongly encouraged to have one copy of the application materials pre-screened at the 6th floor front counter prior to submitting the complete application package. Please call Angelea Weihs, Associate Planner at aweihs@rentonwa.gov or 425-430-7312 for an appointment. Expiration: Upon approval, the Short Plat is valid for five years with a possible one year extension (RMC 4-7-070M). It is the responsibility of the owner to monitor the expiration date.