HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRE21-000145_Meeting SummaryPREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR
Anatoly’s Short Plat
1069 Lynwood Ave NE
PRE 21-000145
CITY OF RENTON
Department of Community & Economic Development
Planning Division
June 3, 2020
Contact Information:
Planner: Brittany Gillia, 425.430.7246, bgillia@rentonwa.gov
Public Works Plan Reviewer: Jonathan Chavez, 425-430-7288, jchavez@rentonwa.gov
Fire Prevention Reviewer: Corey Thomas, 425.276.9582, cthomas@RentonRFA.org
Building Department Reviewer: Rob Shuey, 425.430.7235, rshuey@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
formal submittal.
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).
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: May 10, 2021
TO: Matt Herrera, Senior Planner
FROM: Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector
SUBJECT: Anatoly’s Short Plat
1. The fire flow requirement for a single-family home is 1,000 gpm minimum for dwellings
up to 3,600 square feet (including garage and basements). If the dwelling exceeds 3,600 square
feet, a minimum of 1,500 gpm fire flow would be required. A minimum of one fire hydrant is
required within 300-feet of the proposed buildings and two hydrants if the fire flow goes up to
1,500 gpm.
2. The fire impact fees are currently applicable at the rate of $829.77 per single family unit.
This fee is paid at building permit issuance. Credit will be granted for the removal/retention of
the existing home.
3. Fire department apparatus access roadways are required to be a minimum of 20-feet
wide fully paved, with 25-feet inside and 45-feet outside turning radius. Fire access roadways
shall be constructed to support a 30-ton vehicle with 75-psi point loading. Access is required
within 150-feet of all points on the buildings.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: May 26, 2021
TO: Brittany Gillia, Planning
FROM: Jonathan Chavez, Development Engineering
SUBJECT: Anatoly’s Short Plat
1069 Lynwood Avenue NE
PRE21-000145
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 2854800260.
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. It is in the Highlands 565 Pressure Zone. There is
an existing 4-inch water main in Lynnwood Avenue NE that can deliver 600 gallons per
minute. The approximate static water pressure is 81 psi at a ground elevation of 376’.
2. There is an existing ¾-inch domestic water service and ¾-inch water meter to the existing single
family residence on the subject property.
Based on the review of project information submitted for the pre-application meeting, Renton Regional
Fire Authority has determined that the preliminary fire flow demand for the proposed development is
1,000 gpm. The following developer’s installed water main improvements will be required to provide
domestic and fire protection service to the development including but not limited to:
1. Extension of approximately 255 feet of 8-inch water main from the existing 8-inch water main in
Lynnwood Avenue NE to the South property line, across the street of the subject property.
a. There is an existing hydrant along the east side of Lynwood Ave NE that is connected to
an 8-inch water main that can deliver 1,000 gpm. The hydrant is located about 100 ft.
south NE 11th Place, and it appears that the distance from the hydrant to the new lot is
near 300 feet.
b. Please check with Renton Fire Authority to see if they would accept this hydrant to
cover the future house on the new lot. If he is ok with it, we do not need a water main
extension.
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2. A 15-foot utility easement will be required for the new water mains, hydrants, and water meters
within the property.
3. Installation of additional fire hydrant as required by the Fire Authority, if the proposed
residences on the new lots exceed 3,600 sq.-ft.
4. Installation of a new 1-inch water service and meter to the new lot. A pressure reducing valve
will be required downstream of the new water meter.
5. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
6. Civil plans for the water main improvements will be required and must be prepared by a
Professional Engineer registered in the State of Washington. Please refer to City of Renton
General Design and Construction Standards for Water Main Extensions as shown in Appendix J
of the City’s 2012 Water System Plan.
7. Adequate separation between utilities is required. Minimum separation between water and
non-potable water utilities is 10-feet horizontal and 1.5-feet vertical.
8. 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 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 2021 Development Fees Document on the City’s
website. Fees will be charged based on the rate 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 2021 water fees are $4,450.00 per 1-inch meter.
b. Water service installation charges for each proposed domestic water service is
applicable. Water Service installation fee is $2,875.00* per 1-inch service line. Fee is
payable at permit issuance.
c. Drop-in meter fee is $460.00* per 1-inch meter, $750.00 per 1-1/2-inch meter, and
$950.00 per 2-inch meter. Meters larger than 2-inches are set by the contractor and a
processing fee of $220 is required. Fee is payable at permit issuance.
d. A credit for the water system redevelopment fee will be issued for the existing water
service to be cut can capped as part of the project.
e. Final determination of applicable fees will be made after the water meter size has been
determined. SDC fees are assessed and payable at permit issuance.
SEWER
1. Sewer service is provided by the City of Renton.
2. There is existing 8-inch diameter sewer main on Lynnwood Avenue NE.
a. As-built:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=297320&dbid=0&repo=Cityo
fRenton&searchid=9d88524d-5a25-41f2-9489-c83c29399b3e
3. There is an existing 6” concrete stub and 4” side sewer to the house.
a. https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=2212506&dbid=0&repo=City
ofRenton&searchid=359480df-db30-49fd-852e-0dbfd800e410
b. This sewer stub may be reusable if it is in good condition. If it is in good condition, you
will have to line the sewer stub.
4. A sewer main extension into the shared driveway will be required to serve the new lot.
5. A 15-foot utility easement will be required for the new sewer mains and manholes within
private property.
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6. The developer will need to show how they propose to serve the new development with sanitary
sewer service to each lot.
7. A separate side sewer will be required for each new lot. All new side sewers shall be a minimum
of 6”. All side sewers shall flow by gravity to the main at a minimum slope of 2%.
8. 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. Current fees can be
found in the 2021 Development Fees Document on the City’s website. Fees will be charged
based on the rate at the time of construction permit issuance.
a. The 2021 Wastewater fees are $3,450.00 per 1-inch meter.
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 (Matching Existing Conditions). The site falls within the East Lake
Washington Drainage Basin. Refer to Figure 1.1.2.A – Flow chart to determine the type of
drainage review required in the RSWM. All stormwater improvements as per the drainage
review along with stormwater improvements in the frontage are required to be provided by the
developer.
2. This site contains steep slopes (regulated). The topography slopes moderately from southeast to
northwest. There is no conveyance system on Lynnwood Avenue NE; all storm runoff currently
surface flows to the catch basin at the intersection of Kirkland Ave NE and NE 11th Place.
3. Storm drainage improvements along all public street frontages are required to conform to the
City’s street and stormwater conveyance standards. Any new storm drain installed on or off-site
shall be designed and sized in accordance with standards found in Chapter 4 of the 2017
RSWDM and shall account for the total upstream tributary area, assuming developed conditions
for onsite tributary areas and existing conditions for any offsite tributary areas.
a. A new storm system that connects to the catch basin on NE 11th Place will be required.
4. Maintenance access is required for any proposed stormwater tracts and shall be designed and
installed in accordance with the City adopted SWDM.
5. 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.
6. 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 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.
7. 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
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proposed plat. The applicant must demonstrate the development will not result in soil erosion
and sedimentation, landslide, slippage, or excess surface water runoff.
8. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided.
9. The current City of Renton Surface Water Standard Plans that shall be used in all drainage
submittals are available online at the City of Renton website.
10. The 2021 Surface water system development fee is $2,000 per new single family lot. Fees that
are current will be charged at the time of permit issuance.
TRANSPORTATION
1. The proposed development fronts Lynnwood Avenue NE along the east property line. Lynnwood
Avenue NE is classified as a Residential Access Street. Existing right-of-way (ROW) width in
Lynnwood Avenue NE is approximately 50 feet. To meet the City’s complete street standards for
residential access streets, minimum right of way width is 53 feet; 1.5 feet of dedication will be
required. The following improvements will be required to be provided by the developer: a
minimum pavement width of 26 feet, 0.5 foot wide curbs, gutter, 8 foot wide landscaped
planters, 5 foot wide sidewalks, street trees and drainage improvements.
2. Street grades shall not exceed 15 percent.
3. Refer to City code 4-4-080 regarding driveway regulations:
a. 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.
b. 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.
c. Driveways shall not be closer than 5-feet to any property line.
4. Paving and trench restoration shall comply with the City’s Trench Restoration and Overlay
Requirements.
5. The transportation impact fee is based on the type of land use. For a single-family homes, the
2021 transportation impact fee is $10,861.69 per lot. 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. Adequate separation between utilities as well as other features shall be provided in accordance
with code requirements:
a. 7-ft minimum horizontal and 1-ft vertical separation between storm and other utilities is
required with the exception of water lines which require 10-ft horizontal and 1.5-ft
vertical.
b. The stormwater line should be minimum 5 feet away from any other structure or wall or
building.
c. Trench of any utility should not be in the zone of influence of the retaining wall or of the
building.
3. All 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
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Engineer shall prepare the civil plans. Please visit the Development Engineering Forms page for
the most up-to-date plan submittal requirements:
http://rentonwa.gov/business/default.aspx?id=42473
4. A landscaping plan and tree retention shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan
shall be on separate sheets.
5. Additional Building Permit Applications will be required for the following:
a. Any retaining walls that exceed 4 feet in height, as defined by RMC 4-4-040.
b. Detention vaults for storm water flow control.
c. Demo of any existing structures on the project site(s).
6. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2021 only and will be
assessed based on the fee that is current at the time of the permit application or issuance, as
applicable to the permit type. Please visit www.rentonwa.gov for the current development fee
schedule.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: June 3, 2021
TO: Pre-Application File No. 21-000145
FROM: Brittany Gillia, Assistant Planner
SUBJECT: Anatoly’s Short Plat
1069 Lynwood Ave NE
Parcel # 2854800260
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
online at https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/.
Project Proposal: The applicant is proposing to subdivide an existing parcel into two (2) new lots. The
subject property is located at 1069 Lynwood Ave NE (APN 2854800260). The parcel totals approximately
11,334 sq. ft. (0.26 acres) in area and is currently developed with a single family home. The proposed short
plat would include an east/west division of the existing lot into two (2) single family lots. The existing
residence is proposed to remain on Lot 2 after the recording of the short plat. Access to proposed Lot 1
would be gained from a private access easement and private driveway extending across the north part of
the original home (Lot 2). The site has a zoning designation of Residential-8 (R-8) dwelling units per net
acre (du/ac). The size of the proposed lots are approximately 5,330 sq. ft. for Lot 1 and 6,003 sq. ft. for
Lot 2. Access to both lots are proposed via a shared driveway off of Lynwood Ave NE. There are no critical
areas mapped on the project site.
Current Use: The site is currently developed with a 2,340 square foot single family residence.
Zoning/Density Requirements: The subject property is located within the Residential-8 (R-8) zoning
classification. The density range allowed in the R-8 zone is a minimum of 4.0 to a maximum of 8.0 dwelling
units per 1 net acre. The Residential Medium Density Land Use designation is intended to implement the
R-8 zone. Development in the R-8 zone is intended to create opportunities for new single family residential
neighborhoods and to facilitate high-quality infill development that promotes reinvestment in existing
single family neighborhoods. It is intended to accommodate uses that are compatible with and support a
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high-quality residential environment and add to a sense of community. Detached single family residential
dwelling units are permitted uses within the R-8 zoning designation.
Density: The area of public and private streets and critical areas would be deducted from the gross site
area to determine the “net” site area prior to calculating density. In order to calculate the proposed
density of the project, any area of public road, private driveway/easement, and/or critical area dedication
must be known. Public and private alleys are not deducted for the purpose of net density calculation. All
fractions which result from net density calculations shall be truncated at two (2) numbers past the decimal
(e.g., 4.5678 becomes 4.56). Calculations for minimum or maximum density that result in a fraction that
is 0.50 or greater shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. Those density calculations resulting
in a fraction that is less than 0.50 shall be rounded down to the nearest whole number. Based on the gross
land area of 13,334 square feet, the 2-lot proposal arrives at a gross density of approximately 7.7 du/ac
(2 lots / 0.26 gross acres = 7.7 du/ac). Based on the gross density of 7.7 du/ac, the subject site would
meet the minimum density requirements of the zone. Be advised the area of the shared driveway and
frontage dedication would be deducted from the gross site area. The applicant would be required to
demonstrate compliance with the net density requirements of the zone at the time of formal
application.
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-8 standards”
herein).
Minimum Lot Size, Width and Depth – The minimum lot size permitted in the R-8 zone is 5,000 square
feet for parcels being subdivided. Minimum lot width is 50 feet for interior lots and 60 feet for corner lots;
minimum lot depth is 80 feet. Please note that for short plats of parcels smaller than one acre, one parcel
may be allowed to be smaller than the required minimum lot size, if all other parcels meet the required
minimum lot size standard of the zone. In the R-8 zone, one parcel may be allowed to be four thousand
five hundred (4,500) square feet.
Lot depth shall be the horizontal distance between the front and rear lot lines, measured from midpoint
to midpoint; except in the case irregularly shaped lots. For irregularly shaped lots and lots without an
obvious rear lot line, the lot depth shall be measured to the midpoint of an imaginary line at least fifteen
feet (15') in length located entirely within the lot and farthest removed and parallel to the front lot line or
its tangent.
Based on the materials provided by the applicant, the proposed lots would provide adequate area for
compliance with the minimum area required, however, both lots do not meet the minimum 80-foot
depth requirement. The applicant will need to demonstrate compliance with the minimum lot size,
width and depth criteria of the zone, based on the definitions of lot size, width, and depth (RMC 4-11-
120), at the time of formal land use application.
Building Standards – The R-8 standards allow a maximum building coverage of 50% of the lot area. The
maximum impervious coverage in the R-8 zone is 65%. The maximum wall plate height is restricted to 24
feet, and the buildings shall be not 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 fee t 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. The maximum wall plate height for detached
accessory structures is 12 feet. The gross floor area must be less than that of the primary structure.
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Accessory structures are also included in building lot coverage calculations. The proposal’s compliance
with the building standards for the new home 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. The required setbacks for the R-8 zone are: Front yard: 20 feet for the primary structure; Rear yard:
20 feet; Side yards: 5 feet; and Side yards along streets: 15 feet. Side yard along a street is defined as the
yard requirement that is neither a front yard nor a rear yard, yet it abuts a street right-of-way or private
street. New single family homes must comply with the secondary front yard setback requirements from
the both private street (Dayton Ave NE) and the proposed shared driveway. Based on the provided site
plan, the existing structure would encroach into Lot 2’s required secondary front yard setback. Any
retained structures must comply with the setback regulations of proposed lot lines. Compliance with
required setbacks for the new single family homes would be verified at the time of building permit
application.
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: Access to proposed Lot 1 would be provided via a shared driveway passing through the eastern
side of Lot 2 leading to Lynwood Ave NE. Access to proposed Lot 2 would be provided via the existing
driveway off of Lynwood Ave NE. Any driveway shall be setback at least 5 feet from the side lot lines
(unless utilizing a joint driveway).
Shared driveways may be allowed for access to four (4) or fewer residential lots, provided:
a. At least one of the four (4) lots abuts a public right-of-way and the street frontage of the lot is
equal to or greater than the lot width requirement of the zone;
b. The subject lots are not created by a subdivision of ten (10) or more lots;
c. A public street is not anticipated by the City of Renton to be necessary for existing or future traffic
and/or pedestrian circulation through the short subdivision or to serve adjacent property;
d. The shared driveway would not adversely affect future circulation to neighboring properties;
e. The shared driveway is no more than three hundred feet (300') in length; and
f. The shared driveway poses no safety risk and provides sufficient access for emergency vehicles and
personnel.
Shared 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.
The landscape strip shall be within a tract and planted with a mixture of trees, shrubs, and groundcover.
The shared driveway may be required to include a turnaround per subsection H of RMC 4-6-060. The
maximum grade for the shared driveway shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%), except for within
approved hillside subdivisions. The driveway slopes cannot exceed 15%. If the grade exceeds 15%, a
variance is required.
Alley access is the preferred street pattern for all new residential development except in the Residential
Low Density land use designation (RC, R-1, and R-4 zones) and the R-6 zone. All new residential
development in an area that has existing alleys shall utilize alley access. New residential development in
areas without existing alleys shall utilize alley access for interior lots. If the developer or property owner
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demonstrates that alley access is not practical, the use of alleys may not be required. The City will consider
the following factors in determining whether the use of alleys is not practical:
a. Size: The new development is a short plat.
b. Topography: The topography of the site proposed for development is not cond ucive for an alley
configuration.
c. Environmental Impacts: The use of alleys would have more of a negative impact on the environment
than a street pattern without alleys.
d. If site characteristics allow for the effective use of alleys.
Parking: Each lot is required to accommodate off street parking for a minimum of two vehicles. Parking
compliance would be verified at the time of building permit review.
Fences/Walls: If the applicant intends to install any fences or retaining walls as part of this project, the
location must be designated on the landscape plan or grading plan. A fence and/or wall detail should also
be included on the plan. A retaining wall that is 4 feet or taller, as measured by the vertical distance from
the bottom of the footing to the finish grade at the top of the wall requires a building permit. A fence shall
not be constructed on top of a retaining wall unless the total combined height of the ret aining wall and
the fence does not exceed the allowed height of a standalone fence. For more information about fences
and retaining walls refer to RMC 4-4-040.
Landscaping: With the exception of critical areas, all pervious area shall have landscape treatm ent.
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 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: If significant trees are proposed to be removed, a tree inventory and a tree
retention 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 accommodat e 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% of existing significant trees, the lots would be required to provide a
minimum tree density of two (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.
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Priority Two: Healthy tree groupings whose associated undergrow th 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.
If staff determines that the trees cannot be retained, replacement trees, with at least a 2-inch caliper or
an evergreen at least 6 feet tall, shall be planted at a rate of 12 caliper inches of new trees to replace each
protected tree removed. A formal tree retention plan prepared by an arborist or landscape architect
would be reviewed at the time of the formal land use application if any trees are proposed for removal.
Critical Areas: According to COR Maps, there appear to be no critical areas mapped on site. It is the
applicant’s responsibility to ascertain whether any additional critical areas or environmental concerns
are present on the site during site development or building construction.
Environmental Review: Short plats are categorically exempt from Environmental (SEPA) Review except
for lands covered by water or critical areas as designated in RMC 4-9-070H.2. The proposed short plat
would no longer be exempt from environmental review if further investigation of the site results in the
identification of designated critical areas.
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 2021 administrative short
plat application fee is $5,680.50 ($5,410.00 each plus a 5% Technology Surcharge Fee). Each modification
request is $262.50 ($250.00 each plus a 5% Technology Surcharge Fee). All fees are subject to change. A
Short Plat Submittal Requirements Checklist is linked here. Additional information and forms needed for
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. The City’s Electronic File Standards can be found on
the City’s website at https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?startid=867190&dbid=0
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 public information sign requirements is provided on the City of Renton website
“All Forms” page noted above.
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 2021 impact fees are as follows:
• A Transportation Impact Fee based on $10,861.69 per each new detached dwelling unit.
• A Parks Impact Fee based on $2,914.99 per each new detached dwelling unit.
• A Fire Impact fee of $829.77 per each new detached dwelling unit.
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• Renton School District Impact Fee is $7,681.00 (plus a 5% surcharge fee) 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 required to have the
application materials pre-screened prior to submitting the complete application package. Please
contact Brittany Gillia, Assistant Planner at bgillia@rentonwa.gov for pre-screening.
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.