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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAR SEPA CHECKLISTDEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 1 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 08/2015 ENV ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Planning Division 1055 South Grady Way-Renton, WA 98057 Phone: 425-430-7200 | www.rentonwa.gov PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST: Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal. INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS: [help]http://sepaguidance.epermitting.org/DesktopModules/help.aspx?project=0&node=471 This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use “not applicable” or “does not apply” only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision-making process. The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact. INSTRUCTIONS FOR LEAD AGENCIES: Additional information may be necessary to evaluate the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents. 2 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NONPROJECT PROPOSALS: For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable parts of sections A and B even though questions may be answered “does not apply”. In addition the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D). Please completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words “project”, “applicant”, and “property or site” should be read as “proposal”, “proponent”, and “affected geographic area” respectively. The lead agency may exclude (for non-projects) questions in Part B - Environmental Elements –that do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal. For help go to: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/sea/sepa/e-review.html A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Avana Ridge 2. Name of applicant: Avana Ridge, LLC 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: 9675 SE 36TH Street, Suite 105 Mercer Island, Washington 98040 Justin Lagers (206) 229-6602 4. Date checklist prepared: December 28, 2015 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Construction will begin upon receipt of all required building and construction permits. This is estimated to occur in Summer 2016. 3 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. None at this time 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. A number of reports have been prepared for the project as well as an earlier development proposal (Springbrook Ridge) on this parcel. These include:  Geological Engineering Services, Coal Mine Hazard Assessment, Cugini Property; Icicle Creek Engineers, Inc.; June 24, 1999.  Geological Engineering Services, Coal Mine Hazard Assessment, Cugini Property – Northwest Parcel; Icicle Creek Engineers, Inc.; March 22, 2004.  Geological Engineering Services, Proposed Property Development, Springbrook Ridge; Icicle Creek Engineers, Inc.; January 26, 2009.  Cugini Property wetland and stream delineation study – TWC Ref# 080109, The Watershed Company, January 25, 2009.  Environmental Checklist, Springbrook Ridge PUD; Century Pacific, LP; February 4, 2009.  Geotechnical Engineering Study – Avana Ridge Apartments; Earth Solutions NW, LLC; December 21, 2015.  Tree Inspection, Avana Ridge PPUD, Parcel Numbers 292305-9148, -9009, Renton, WA; Greenforest Incorporated; December 16, 2015  Wetland and Supplemental Stream Study – Avana Ridge PUD; Sewall Wetland Consulting, Inc.; December 22, 2015.  Habitat Data Report – Avana Ridge; Sewall Wetland Consulting, Inc.; December 22, 2015.  Avana Ridge Apartments, Traffic Impact Analysis; TraffEx; December 21, 2015.  Preliminary Technical Information Report, Avana Ridge PUD; D. R. Strong Consulting Engineers, Inc.; December 28, 2015. 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. None at this time 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. SEPA Determination (City of Renton) Preliminary PUD Approval (City of Renton) Final PUD Approval (City of Renton) Building Permit (City of Renton) 4 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 Other Customary Construction Related Permits (City of Renton) Sewer and water utility connection approval (Soos Creek Water & Sewer District) Construction Stormwater General Permit (NPDES) (Department of Ecology) 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) The Avana Ridge PUD is a multi-family housing project located on a 3.78-acre parcel. Specific project elements include:  Constructing two buildings providing 74 apartment units,  Improving the road frontage of the three streets that bound the site (Benson Road, Benson Drive and SE 172nd Street), and  Constructing a small recreational open space and walking trail available for public use. 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 Site occupies two legal lots defined King County tax parcel numbers 292305-9009 and 292305-9148 (addresses 17249 Benson Road South and 10615 SE 172nd Street). Property is located in the SW ¼ of Section 29, Township 23 North, Range 5 East. B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. EARTH a. General description of the site (check or circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other _____________ 5 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 The site is bisected by a stream that flows east-to-west between Benson Road and Benson Drive. The areas north and south of the stream generally slope toward the stream or Benson Drive. b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Approximately 20% 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. AgC—Alderwood gravelly sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes. d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. There are several landslide hazards within one mile downstream of the Site according to City of Renton Maps, ranging from moderate to very high severity. All are located just east of SR 167 near entered Panther Creek. City of Renton Maps also shows a historic coal mine in and around the project Site. We observed no obvious signs of unstable soils on the Site. 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. Construction of the proposed building, roadway and parking improvements will cover 3.0 acres of land. Preliminary earthwork quantities for this work are 11,000 cubic yards of excavation, and 3250 cubic yards of fill. Approximately 1,000 cubic yards of the fill will be imported structural material for building foundations, road and parking lot base, pipe bedding and other uses. Local quarries will source this material. The owner and contractor will locate a suitable dump site for excess excavated material. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. There is a potential for short-term increase in on-site erosion where soils are exposed during site preparation and construction; however, the Project will comply with all applicable erosion control measures, both short-term and long-term. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? 6 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 Approximately 40.3% of the Gross Site Area will be covered by impervious surfaces. This excludes right-of-way improvements. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: A temporary erosion control plan will be implemented at the appropriate time. Erosion control Best Management Practices (BMPs) may include hay bales, siltation fences, temporary sediment ponds, controlled surface grading, stabilized construction entrances, cover stabilization, and other measures. All BMPs will adhere to City of Renton requirements, and be subject to Washington State Department of Ecology oversight as part of the NPDES permit coverage. 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. Short-term emissions will be those associated with construction and site development activities. These will include dust and emissions from construction equipment. Long- term impacts will result from increased vehicle traffic. b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. Off-site sources of emissions or odors include those typical of residential neighborhoods. These will include automobile emissions from traffic on adjacent roadways and fireplace emissions from nearby homes. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: During the construction phase, the project proposes the use of temporary erosion and sediment control (TESC) measures, in accordance with current City of Renton standards to reduce the amount of dust emissions. 7 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 3. WATER a. Surface Water: 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. Yes, an unnamed stream crosses the Site. As defined in Renton Municipal Code (RMC) 4.50.G7.a, this stream best meets the criteria of a Type Ns water due to its intermittent flow and absence of fish. For Type Ns streams, RMC 4.50.G.2 establishes a 50-foot buffer measured from the OHWM. This stream is not subject to State shorelines regulations. Immediately upstream and downstream of the Site, the stream is confined to storm drain pipes and is not regulated as a critical area. 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. The project is proposing building and parking lots within 200 feet of the stream, and a pedestrian foot bridge over the stream. Refer to the preliminary PUD plans for additional detail. 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. None. 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. No, the Project proposes no surface water withdrawals or diversions. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. The Project is not within a 100-year floodplain defined by FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Map of the area, or Renton’s critical area map folio. Comments received in response to the project’s pre-application review asked that the project consider potential stream flooding impacts. This will be considered as 8 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 part of the conveyance system design of the projects storm drain improvements, and differs from a regulated floodplain study. 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. No, the Project will not discharge waste materials to surface waters. 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. No groundwater will be withdrawn. Public water mains will serve the development. No water will be discharged to groundwater as the soils do not lend themselves to infiltration. 2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals. ; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. No waste material is proposed to be discharged into the ground. The Site will be served by public sanitary sewers and a public water system. c. Water runoff (including stormwater): 1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. New impervious surfaces will increase surface water runoff volumes and rates. To mitigate this impact, a structured storm drain system will be constructed. A series of underground pipes and catch basins will collect the runoff and convey the runoff to a detention and water quality facilities. The storm facility will outlet to the existing stream or directly to the system collecting the stream. Storm water will leave the Site at its natural location and discharge at its pre-developed rate. 9 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. The proposed storm water system will be designed to minimize or eliminate entry of waste materials or pollutants to ground water resources and/or surface waters. Oils, grease, and other pollutants from the addition of paved areas could potentially enter the groundwater or downstream surface water runoff. 3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. No, the Project proposes to discharge runoff at the natural location. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any: A City approved storm drain system will be designed and implemented in order to mitigate any adverse impacts from storm water runoff. Temporary and permanent drainage facilities will be used to control quality and quantity of surface runoff during construction and after development. 4. PLANTS a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: _x__deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other (cottonwood, bitter cherry) _x__evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other _x__shrubs ____grass ____pasture ____crop or grain ____orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops. ____wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other ____water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other _x__other types of vegetation (typical invasive plants such as Himalayan blackberries) b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Approximately 2.6 acres of land will be cleared to allow Project improvements. This will involve removal of all vegetation. Additionally, vegetation within 10 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 approximately 0.5 acres of the Site and adjacent right-of-way will be altered. This will include removal of invasive understory plants. c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known within the Project area. d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: The Project’s proposed landscaping is comprised of multiple elements:  Immediate site landscaping around the building and recreation areas,  Street trees and new landscaped boulevards between the sidewalks and roadways along the project’s street frontage,  Removal of invasive understory plants within retained wooded areas, and  Vegetation plantings to enhance the stream buffers. e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. Himalayan blackberries, 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: barn owl, crow, flicker Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: squirrel, raccoon, opossum, coyote, vole mice, mole, Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. No. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: 11 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 The stream corridor will be protected with a buffer to maintain existing wildlife opportunities. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. Norway rat. 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. Electricity and/or natural gas will serve as the primary energy source for residential heating and cooking within the development. Any wood stoves incorporated into the new residential units will comply with all local and State regulations. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. Adjacent properties north of the site will be impacted by the new structures. The degree to which the potential use of solar energy is limited is not known. At present, none of the adjacent properties utilize active solar power. 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: The required measures of the Washington State Energy Code and the Uniform Building Code will be incorporated in the construction of the residential units. Energy conservation fixtures and materials are encouraged in all new construction. 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. There are no known on-Site environmental health hazards known to exist today and none will be generated as a direct result of this proposal. 12 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. None known. 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. There are no known hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. 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. No toxic or hazardous chemicals will be stored on site. 4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. No special emergency services are expected to be required. 5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: Special measures are not anticipated. b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? The primary source of off-site noise in the area originates from vehicular traffic present on adjacent streets, particularly Benson Drive which borders the westerly boundary of the Site. 2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. Short-term impacts will result from the use of construction equipment during site development and residential construction. Construction will be confined to day-light hours (typically 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), and in compliance with all noise ordinances. Construction noise is generated by heavy equipment, hand tools, and the 13 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 transporting of construction materials and equipment. Long-term impacts will be those associated with the increased use of the property by homeowners. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Construction will be performed during normal daylight hours. Motorized construction equipment will be equipped with noise mufflers. 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 Site appears undisturbed, as it is a primarily forested area. The current use of adjacent properties is listed as follows: North: Single Family Residential South: Single Family Residential East: Single Family Residential West: Commercial 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? Not to our knowledge. 1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and harvesting? If so, how: No impacts. c. Describe any structures on the site. No structures exist on Site. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? No. 14 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? RM-F (Residential Multi-Family) f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Residential High Density g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? N/A h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. Yes, a Type Ns stream runs through the Site. Additionally, a coal mine hazard was mapped over a portion of the Site. Prior geotechnical work associated with the project Site (Icicle Creek Engineering, 2004) “concluded that the abandoned underground coal mines were substantially collapsed and most of the coal mine hazards were ‘Declassified.’” The “High Coal Mine Hazard” designation remained in place over what is presumed to be a filled mine entry shaft. That location falls within newly created stream buffers and no improvements within the immediate vicinity are considered. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Approximately 171 (74 units x 2.3 persons per household = 170.2 individuals). j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? None. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: N/A l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: The proposed development is compatible with the prescribed land use codes and designations for this Site. Per the City Zoning Code, the development is consistent with the density requirements and land use of this property. 15 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 m. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with nearby agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: N/A 9. HOUSING a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. The completed project will provide 74 apartment units. Rent will be priced with a market orientation to middle income level. b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. None. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: None. 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? As defined by Renton Municipal Code, the tallest portion of the building is 41’-11” (average of wall plates of the tallest shed-roof segment). Material palette is varied (lap siding, window glass, painted panels and other materials) to enhance overall building aesthetic. Refer to preliminary PUD application narrative for more detailed discussion. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? The properties to the west, south and east of the Site don’t generally have views that would be impacted by this project. The single-family homes to the north of the Site now have a have a view of the wooded property. These views will be replaced by the front face of the buildings and associated site landscaping and street trees. 16 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: The location of the buildings adheres to or exceeds the minimum setback requirements of the zoning district. The landscaping will be installed at the completion of building and paving construction. Additional methods of controlling views are through the use of landscaped screening walls, architectural building modulation and window placement. The proposed structures’ siting currently adheres to all required setbacks, and provides softened edges through the use of plantings and code-adhering, architecturally integrated retaining walls. The landscape design will also assist in providing screening to adjacent property owners as well as providing privacy to the residents of the proposed development. Additional information is included with the Preliminary PUD application documents. 11. LIGHT AND GLARE a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Light and glare will be produced from permanent building lighting and vehicle traffic. The light and glare will occur primarily in the evening and before dawn. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? Light and glare from the Project will not cause hazards, and is not anticipated to interfere with views. c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? Street lighting along Benson Drive will be visible to residents in the far west end of the west building. Light or glare from vehicles traveling on adjacent roadways, particularly SE 172nd Street, may impact Site residents. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: New exterior parking lighting will be equipped with cutoff shields or other measures to limit off-site light pollution, and confine light to the Site. Perimeter landscaping will create a partial visual buffer between the proposed units and the surrounding neighborhood areas. 17 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 12. RECREATION a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? There are no existing recreational opportunities on this Site or in the immediate vicinity. b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. No. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: The project does not include any measures to alter off-site recreational activities. The project will develop a recreation space that will be open to the public. The area will be equipped with a pavilion, trails, lawn and picnic facilities. Residents will also be able to use a fenced, off-leash dog walk. 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 located on or near the site? If so, specifically describe. Yes. As part of Washington State’s ongoing efforts to inventory historic properties, Artifacts Consulting, Inc. identified a number of single- and multi-family dwellings in the vicinity of the site that were built before 1970. The oldest structure was built in 1949. The inventory did not recommend any of the properties for registry listing or historic district inclusion. b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Is 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. None observed. 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. 18 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 Washington Information System for Architectural and Archaeological Records Data was used to assess potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the Project Site. We also consulted previous environmental review for the parcel. 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. There are no known impacts. If an archeological site is found during the course of construction, the State Historic Preservation Officer will be notified. 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. Access to the proposed Project will be from SE 172nd Street and Benson Road S. See vicinity map for Project location. b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? The nearest bus stop is located at SE Carr Road and 103rd Avenue SE, approximately 0.2 miles from the Site. c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate? No parking spaces will be eliminated. 94 parking spaces will be added within the site on a private surface parking lot. 20 parallel parking stalls will be added to SE 172nd Street as part of the required street frontage improvements. d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). The Project will improve all three streets adjacent to the property:  SE 172nd Street – Additional pavement, curb and gutter, 8-foot landscaping strip, 6-foot sidewalk and street lighting.  Benson Road S – 8-foot landscaping strip and 8-foot sidewalk to be installed behind existing curb and gutter, and street lighting. 19 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015  Benson Drive S (SR 515) – 8-foot landscaping strip and 8-foot sidewalk to be installed behind existing curb and gutter, and street lighting. Improvements proposed for the northern half of the street frontage. e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. None in the immediate vicinity. Renton Municipal Airport is approximately 2.7 miles away. A stop for Sound Transit Sounder train is approximately 2.2 miles away. 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? The Traffic Impact Analysis for the Project indicates the average weekday will generate 492 trips per day (246 entering, 246 leaving). No commercial truck traffic is anticipated. g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. No. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: Immediate project impacts will be mitigated through proposed street frontage improvements. Broader impacts will be mitigated through traffic impact fees levied by the City of Renton in accordance with the 2015 rate structure. 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. Yes, the proposal will increase demand for all services. Demand increases will be typical of a residential development of this size and nature. None of the specific services sited will require an increase in patrols, an expansion of geographic service areas, or construction of new facilities. Impacts will be absorbed through existing infrastructure and operations. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. 20 E:\Toby\Desktop\EnvironmentalChecklist15088_Dec 28, 2015.docx Rev: 12/2015 The demands for these services will be mitigated through payment of taxes and impact fees. 16. UTILITIES a. Check or circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other 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. All of the following utilities are available adjacent to the site:  Electricity – Puget Sound Energy  Natural Gas – Puget Sound Energy  Water & Sewer – Soos Creek Water and Sewer District  Telephone – Century Link 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): Toby Coenen Position and Agency/Organization: Project Civil Engineer, D.R. Strong Consulting Engineers Date Submitted: