HomeMy WebLinkAbout1_PRE21-000359_City Pre-application comment_ShumShortPlat_211210_v1PREAPPLICATION MEETING FOR
Shum Short Plat
3607 NE 12th St
PRE21-000359
CITY OF RENTON
Department of Community & Economic Development
Planning Division
October 21, 2021
Contact Information:
Planner: Angelea Weihs, 425.430.7312, aweihs@rentonwa.gov
Public Works Plan Reviewers: Nathan Janders, 425.430.7382, njanders@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 assigned planner to have the documents pre-
screened.
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,
Community & Economic Development Administrator, Public Works Administrator, and
City Council).
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:October 18, 2021
TO:Angelea Weihs, Associate Planner
FROM:Corey Thomas, Lead Plans Review Inspector
SUBJECT:Shum Short Plat
1. The fire flow requirements 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. Water main on Queen Avenue Northeast is dead end and will not support fire flows
over 1,000 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.
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. Dead end streets that exceed 150-feet in length
require an approved hammerhead turnaround, if access is proposed from Queen Avenue
Northeast.
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:October 18, 2021
TO:Angelea Weihs, Planner
FROM:Nathan Janders, Plan Reviewer
SUBJECT:Short Plat
3607 NE 12th St
PRE19-000294
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)
1065700100. The following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of
Renton by the applicant.
Water
1. The project is within the City of Renton’s water service area in the Highlands 565 Pressure Zone.
2. The static water pressure is approximately 58 psi at ground elevation of 432 feet.
3. There is an existing 8-inch water main located in Pierce Ave NE that can deliver a maximum capacity
of 2,400 GPM (see water plan No. W-363804).
4. There is an existing 8-inch dead end water main located in Queen Ave NE that can deliver a maximum
capacity of 1,250 GPM (see water plan No. W-334301).
5. There is an existing 1-inch water service to the existing residence at 3607 NE 12
th St.
6. A separate water service (1-inch) and meter is required for each lot. The meters will be installed by
City forces and a water meter permit is required for each meter and service line installation. The sizing
of the meter and of the private service line to the buildings shall be in accordance with the most recent
edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code Meters shall be placed in landscape strips, or behind the
sidewalk, and within the right-of-way. Meters shall not be installed within driveways
7. A minimum 1-inch meter is required if the new homes are served by residential sprinkler systems.
8. 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 for homes under 3,600 SF and goes up to a minimum of 1,500 gpm for
homes over 3,600 SF.
9. Installation of off-site and on-site fire hydrants, as required. The location and number of hydrants will
be determined by the Fire Authority based on the final fire flow demand and final site plan. A
minimum of 1 hydrant must be within 300 feet of each lot.
10. 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. Adequate horizontal and vertical separations between the new water main and other
utilities (storm sewer pipes and vaults, sanitary sewer, power, gas, electrical) shall be provided for the
operation and maintenance of the water main. Retaining walls, rockeries or similar structures cannot
be installed over the water main unless the water main is installed inside a steel casing.
11. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
12. 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.
The SDC fee for water is based on the size of the new domestic water to serve the project.
The current water fee is $4,450.00 per 1-inch service.
Water service installation charges for each proposed domestic water service is applicable.
Water Service installation is $2,875.00 per 1-inch service line.
Drop-in meter fee is $400 per ¾-inch meter and $460.00 per 1-inch meter.
The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=8515298&dbid=1&repo=CityofR
enton
Sanitary Sewer
1. The project is within the City of Renton’s sanitary sewer service area.
2. There is an existing 8-inch gravity wastewater main located in Queen Ave NE (see record drawing S-
334304).
3. There is an existing 8-inch gravity wastewater main located in Pierce Ave NE (see record drawing S-
002901).
4. There is an existing 6-inch PVC sewer stub located in the northwest corner of the property. The stub
may be re-used if in a suitable location for the project.
5. Any existing on site septic system on parcel 1065700100 shall be decommissioned in accordance
with King County Department of Health and City of Renton standards.
6. Individual sewer stubs from the sewer main and individual side sewers are required for each lot. All
new sewer stubs shall conform to the standards in RMC 4-6-040 and City of Renton Standard Details.
7. A conceptual utility plan will be required as part of the land use application for the subject
development.
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.
The current sewer fee for is $3,450.00 per 1-inch meter
Final determination of applicable fees will be made after the water meter size has been
determined.
The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=8515298&dbid=1&repo=CityofR
enton
Surface Water
1. There is an existing catchbasin at the southwest corner of the property connected to an 8-inch
srotmwater main (see record drawing R-170701).
2. Drainage plans and a drainage report complying with the adopted 2017 Renton Surface Water Design
Manual will be required. Refer to Figure 1.1.2.A – Flow Chart of the 2017 Renton Surface Water Design
Manual (RSWDM) to determine what type of drainage review is required for this site. The site falls
within the City’s Flow Control Standard – Matching Existing Peak. The site falls within the East Lake
Washington drainage basin.
3. The current Surface Water Standard Plans shall be used in all drainage plan submittals. The current
City of Renton Standard Details are available online in the City of Renton website
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=990403&dbid=0&repo=CityofRenton
4. If the new plus replaced pollution generating impervious surface 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided.
8. The development falls within the R-8 zone which has a maximum impervious surface area of 65% per
lot.
9. The development is subject to a surface water system development charge (SDC) fees. Fees will be
charged based on the rate at the time of construction permit issuance.
The current SCD fee for new single family homes is $2,000 per home.
The full fee schedule can be found at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=8515298&dbid=1&repo=CityofR
enton
Transportation
1. Per City code 4-6-060 frontage improvements are required for new construction in excess of $150,000.
The proposed project fronts NE 12th St to the north, Queen Ave NE to the east and Pierce Ave NE to
the west.
Queen Ave NE is classified as a residential access street with an existing right-of-way (ROW)
width of approximately 50 ft (30 feet from centerline) per the King County Assessor Map. To
meet the City’s complete street standards for Residential Access streets, a minimum ROW
width of 53 ft is required. Per RMC 4-6-060 half of street improvements as taken from the
ROW centerline shall be required and include a 26 foot paved road (13 feet each side), a 0.5
foot curb, an 8 foot planting strip, and a 5 foot sidewalk. No dedication will be required.
Pierce Ave NE is classified as a residential access street with an existing right-of-way (ROW)
width of approximately 30 feet except for the southern 20 feet which has an existing ROW
width of approximately 50 ft according to the King County Assessor Map. To meet the City’s
complete street standards for Residential Access streets, a minimum ROW width of 53 ft is
required. Per RMC 4-6-060 half of street improvements as taken from the ROW centerline
shall be required and include a 26 foot paved road (13 feet each side), a 0.5 foot curb, an 8
foot planting strip, and a 5 foot sidewalk. Pending a field survey, dedication of approximately
23 ft along the frontage of 1065700100 except the southern 20 feet for which a dedication of
approximately 3 ft will be required.
2. Refer to City code 4-4-080 regarding driveway regulations.
A minimum separation of 5 feet is required between driveway and the property line.
Maximum driveway slopes shall not exceed 15%. Driveways exceeding 8% shall provide
slotted drains.
The maximum width of single loaded garage driveway shall not exceed nine feet (9') and
double-loaded garage driveway shall not exceed sixteen feet (16').
3. Access to lots may be restricted to Pierce Ave NE by plat development under King County recording
numbers 8004230583 and 9802099012.
4. Undergrounding of all existing utilities is required on all frontages per RMC 4-6-090.
5. Street lighting is not required for a project that consists of less than 4 residential units. See RMC 4-6-
060 for street lighting requirements.
6. Paving and trench restoration within the City of Renton right of way shall comply with the City’s Trench
Restoration and Street Overlay Requirements.
7. The development is subject to transportation impact fees. Fees will be charged based on the rate at
the time of building permit issuance.
The 2021 transportation impact fee is $10,861.69 per single family home.
General Comments
1. If frontage improvements are required, all existing and proposed utility lines (i.e. electrical, phone, and
cable services, etc.) along property frontage or within the site must be underground as outlined in
RMC 4-6-090 – UTILITY LINES - UNDERGROUND INSTALLATION. 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 construction utility 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 shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate sheets.
6. 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 development fee schedule.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:October 21, 2021
TO:Pre-Application File No. 21-000359
FROM:Angelea Weihs, Associate Planner
SUBJECT:Shum Short Plat – 1157 Queen Avenue NE (Parcel number
1065700100)
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, 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 subject property is a through-lot located at 1157 Queen Avenue NE
(Parcel number 1065700100). The parcel has public street frontage on both Pierce Ave NE and
Queen Ave NE and is located within the R-8 Zone. The site area is approximately 17,174 square
feet (0.39 acres) and is currently vacant. The proposal is to subdivide the property into 2 lots.
Access to the site appears to be proposed via residential driveways off of either Pierce Ave NE or
Queen Ave NE. The proposed lot size for both Lots 1 and 2 is 7,474.99 square feet. No critical
areas are mapped on the project site.
Current Use: The property is currently vacant.
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 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
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critical area dedication must be known. 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 17,174 square feet, the 2-lot proposal arrives at a gross density of approximately 5.07
du/ac (2 lots / 0.39 gross acres = 5.07 du/ac). Based on the gross density of 5.07 du/ac, the
subject site would meet the minimum density requirements of the zone. The applicant would
be required to demonstrate compliance with the net density requirements of the zone at the
time of formal application, after deduction of ROW dedication.
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.
Based on the pre-application submittal provided by the applicant, proposed lots 1 and 2
appear to comply with minimum lot size, width, and depth requirements of the zone. The
applicant will need to demonstrate compliance with the minimum lot size, width, and depth
requirements of the zone (following deduction of required ROW dedication), 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 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. 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. Accessory
structures are also included in building lot coverage calculations. The new single-family homes
would need to comply with the maximum building coverage, impervious surface requirements,
and building height regulations of the zone 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 secondary front yards: 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 Queen Ave NE. Compliance with required
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setbacks for the new single-family homes would be verified at the time of building permit
application.
Access/Parking: Access to the site appears to be proposed via residential driveways off of
either Pierce Ave NE or Queen Ave NE. Each lot is required to accommodate off street parking
for a minimum of two vehicles. The maximum width of single loaded garage driveways shall not
exceed 9 feet and double loaded garage driveways shall not exceed 16 feet. Based on
restrictions identified on the underlying recorded plat maps (King County recording numbers
8004230583 and 9802099012), access to the lots via Queen Ave NE is prohibited. Compliance
with driveway and parking standards would be verified at the time of building permit review.
Landscaping: With the exception of critical areas, all portions of the development area not
covered by structures, required parking, access, circulation or service areas, must be landscaped
with native, drought-resistant vegetative cover. The minimum on-site landscape width required
along street frontages is 10 feet and shall contain trees, shrubs, and landscaping. Street trees in
the ROW planter will also be required. Landscaping may include hardscape such as decorative
paving, rock outcroppings, fountains, plant containers, etc. Minimum planting strip widths
between the curb and sidewalk are established according to the street development standards
of RMC 4-6-060. Street trees and, at a minimum, groundcover are to be located in this area
when present. Street trees shall be planted in the center of the planting strip between the curb
and the sidewalk at the following intervals; provided, that, where right-of-way is constrained,
irregular intervals and slight increases or decreases may be permitted or required. Additionally,
trees shall be planted in locations that meet required spacing distances from facilities located in
the right-of-way including, but not limited to, underground utilities, street lights, utility poles,
traffic signs, fire hydrants, and driveways; such spacing standards are identified in the City’s
Approved Tree List. Generally, the following spacing is required: i. Small-sized maturing trees:
thirty feet (30') on center; ii. Medium-sized maturing trees: forty feet (40') on center; and iii.
Large-sized maturing trees: fifty feet (50') on center. A conceptual landscape plan shall be
provided with the building permit application as prepared by a registered Landscape Architect,
a certified nurseryman or other certified professional.
Storm drainage facilities are required to comply with the minimum 15-foot perimeter
landscaping strip on the outside of the fence unless otherwise determined through the site plan
review or subdivision review process. Please refer to landscape regulations RMC 4-4-070 for
further general and specific landscape requirements.
Significant Tree Retention: An aerial image of the site identifies mature trees on the site. If
significant trees (greater than 6-inch caliper or 8-caliper inches for alders and cottonwoods) are
proposed to be removed, a tree inventory and a tree retention plan along with an arborist
report, tree retention plan and tree retention worksheet shall be provided with the formal land
use application as defined in RMC 4-8-120. The tree retention plan must show preservation of at
least 30% of significant trees. 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. Please refer to Tree Retention and Land Clearing Regulations
RMC 4-4-130 for further general and specific tree retention and land clearing requirements.
In addition to retaining 30% 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.
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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.
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 Short Plat application.
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 fence taller than 6 feet shall require a building
permit or an explicit exemption from the Building Official. 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 retaining 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.
Critical Areas: According to COR Maps, no critical areas are located on the project site.
However, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ascertain whether any critical areas are present
on the site.
Environmental Review: Projects consisting of nine (9) units or less and that will not impact a
critical area are exempt from Environmental (SEPA) Review. Based on the proposal submitted
by the applicant, the proposed project would be exempt from 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 2021
administrative short plat application fee is $5,410.00. Each modification request is $260.00. A
5% technology fee would also be assessed at the time of land use application. All fees are
subject to change. Detailed information regarding the land use permit application submittal
requirements can be found on the Short Plat Submittal Requirements checklist. Other
informational applications and handouts can be found on the City’s Digital Records Library. The
City requires electronic plan submittal for all applications. Please refer to the City’s Electronic
File Standards. A Final Plat application, and it’s associated fee, will be required following
construction of the plat’s infrastructure.
Public Information Sign: Public Information Signs are required for all Type II and Type III Land
Use Permits as classified by RMC 4-8-080. Public Information Signs are intended to inform the
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public of potential land development, specific permits/actions being considered by the City, and
to facilitate timely and effective public participation in the review process. The applicant must
follow the specifications provided in the public information sign handout. The applicant is solely
responsible for the construction, installation, maintenance, removal, and any costs associated
with the sign.
Fees: In addition to the applicable building and construction fees, impact fees would be
required. The fee in effect at the time of permit issuance will apply. 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.
Renton School District Impact Fee is $7,681.00 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.
Next Steps: When the formal application materials are complete, should a land use application
be needed, the applicant shall have the application materials pre-screened prior to submitting
the complete application package. Please contact 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.