HomeMy WebLinkAboutEx_15_SEPA_DeterminationDEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Planning Division
1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor | Renton, WA 98057 | 425 -430-7200, ext. 2
www.rentonwa.gov
OF ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
RE-ISSUANCE OF A DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE - MITIGATED (DNS-M)
POSTED TO NOTIFY INTERESTED PERSONS OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
DNS-M: The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee (ERC) has determined that the proposed action has
probable significant impacts that can be mitigated through mitigation measures. This DNS-M is issued after using the
optional DNS process in WAC 197-11-355. There is no further comment period.
DATE OF NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION:
June 13, 2022
PROJECT NAME/NUMBER: PR21-000051 SWA2 Amazon / LUA21-000233,
SA-A, SME, ECF
PROJECT LOCATION: 1905 Raymond Ave SW (APN 2423049115)
APPLICANT/PROJECT CONTACT PERSON: Paul Gierlach, CESO / 175 Montrose West Ave / Akron, OH 44321 /
paulg@cesoinc.com
LOCATION WHERE APPLICATION MAY BE
REVIEWED:
Applicant documents are available online through the City of Renton
Document Center website. See also https://cutt.ly/hn6kpBQ
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The applicant, Amazon, is requesting Site Plan Review, Environmental (SEPA) Review, and a Shoreline Exemption for
minor site work and tenant improvements in a 126,600- sq. ft. existing industrial building at 1905 Raymond Ave SW (APN
2423049115). The building was previously occupied by DHL Global Forwarding, a shipping service. The applicant intends
to use the building for its “Amazon Flex” delivery service, in which contract employees pick up packages from the site in
their personal, passenger vehicles and distribute (i.e. deliver) the packages to customers in the Renton area. The proposal
is subject to Environmental (SEPA) Review due to the scope including the addition of new parking stalls in an existing
parking lot with over 20 stalls. In addition, the project site is encumbered by critical areas. The proposed work within the
shoreline, the installation of a bicycle rack, is an exempt a ction due to the value of the work falling under the fair market
value threshold as outlined in WAC 173-27-040. The applicant has proposed to retain the existing office space for use by
support staff, while updating the warehouse/distribution space to bett er meet the needs of the flex delivery service. The
building is located on the north half of a 6.8 acre site near the corner of SW 19th St and Raymond Ave SW. The subject
site is located in the Industrial, Light (IL) zone and Employment Area Comprehensive Plan Land Use designation.
According to the applicant, all work would be interior except for parking lot re-striping and minor concrete work that
would add a total of 26 new parking stalls as well as new ADA ramps and crosswalks. No trees or vegetation are proposed
for removal as part of the project. According to COR Maps, multiple critical areas are present on the site including a high
seismic hazard, sensitive slopes, a special flood hazard area (FEMA zone AE), and an unclassified wetland. In addition,
the eastern portion of the site is located within Reach C of the Black River/Springbrook Creek Regulated Shoreline Area
NOTICE
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EXHIBIT 15
Anyone that would like to be informed of future actions or would like to become a party of record on this proposal must
fill out our online form at https://cutt.ly/SQvBak4 or complete this form and return to: City of Renton, CED Planning
Division, 1055 So. Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057.
Name/File No.: PR22-000002 SWA2 Amazon / LUA21-000233, SA-A, SME, ECF
Name: __________________________________ Email: _______________________ Phone No. ___________________
Mailing Address: __________________________________City/State/Zip: _____________________________________
Notice will be sent via email, unless a hard copy is specifically requested. Check box to receive via US Mail
and has an environmental designation of Shoreline High Intensity. According to the applicant, the project would result
in a net impervious surface increase of approximately 127 sq. ft.
Appeals of the environmental determination must be filed in writing on or before 5:00 p.m. on June 27, 2022. Appeals
to the Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and more information regarding the appeal process may be obtained
from the Renton City Clerk’s Office, (425) 430 -6510. Due to the ongoing state of emergency enacted by Governor’s
Proclamation 20-05, the City Clerk’s Office is working remotely. For that reason, appeals must be submitted electronically
to the City Clerk at cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or delivered to City Hall 1st floor Lobby Hub only on Tuesdays and/or
Wednesdays. The appeal fee, normally due at the time an appeal is submitted, will be collected at a future date if your
appeal is submitted electronically. Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4-8-110 and additional
information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, cityclerk@rentonwa.gov.
PUBLIC HEARING: If the Environmental Determination is appealed, a public hearing will be set and all parties notified.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL (SEPA) DETERMINATION OF
NON-SIGNIFICANCE - MITIGATED (DNS-M)
Project File Numbers: LUA21-000233, SA-A, SME, ECF
Project Name: SWA2 Amazon
Applicant: Paul Gierlach, CESO / 175 Montrose West Ave / Akron, OH 44321 / paulg@cesoinc.com
Project Location: 1905 Raymond Ave SW (APN 2423049115)
Project Description: The applicant, Amazon, is requesting Site Plan Review, Environmental (SEPA) Review,
and a Shoreline Exemption for minor site work and tenant improvements in a 126,600- sq. ft. existing industrial
building at 1905 Raymond Ave SW (APN 2423049115). The building was previously occupied by DHL Global
Forwarding, a shipping service. The applicant intends to use the building for its “Amazon Fle x” delivery service, in
which contract employees pick up packages from the site in their personal, passenger vehicles and distribute (i.e.
deliver) the packages to customers in the Renton area. The proposal is subject to Environmental (SEPA) Review due
to the scope including the addition of new parking stalls in an existing parking lot with over 20 stalls. In addition, the
project site is encumbered by critical areas. The proposed work within the shoreline, the installation of a bicycle rack,
is an exempt action due to the value of the work falling under the fair market value threshold as outlined in WAC 173 -
27-040. The applicant has proposed to retain the existing office space for use by support staff, while updating the
warehouse/distribution space to better meet the needs of the flex delivery service. The building is located on the
north half of a 6.8 acre site near the corner of SW 19th St and Raymond Ave SW. The subject site is located in the
Industrial, Light (IL) zone and Employment Area Comprehensive Plan Land Use designation. According to the applicant,
all work would be interior except for parking lot re-striping and minor concrete work that would add a total of 26 new
parking stalls as well as new ADA ramps and crosswalks. No trees or vegetation are proposed for removal as part of
the project. According to COR Maps, multiple critical areas are present on the site including a high seismic hazard,
sensitive slopes, a special flood hazard area (FEMA zone AE), and an unclassified wetland. In addition, th e eastern
portion of the site is located within Reach C of the Black River/Springbrook Creek Regulated Shoreline Area and has
an environmental designation of Shoreline High Intensity. According to the applicant, the project would result in a net
impervious surface increase of approximately 127 sq. ft.
Lead Agency: City of Renton
Environmental Review Committee
Department of Community & Economic Development
Date of Decision: June 13, 2022
Mitigation Measures:
1) The applicant shall construct the following improvements at the intersection of Raymond Ave SW and
SW 19th St:
a. Widen the westbound approach of SW 19 th St by constructing vertical curb and gutter to
match alignment of the existing curb, providing a minimum of twenty feet (20’) of pavement;
b. Construct ADA compliant curb ramps at the NE corner of Raymond Ave SW and SW 19 th St
intersection and associated companion ramps;
c. Provide advanced warning signage on the westbound approach of SW 19 th St and the
southbound approach of Raymond Ave SW;
d. Trim vegetation in the immediate vicinity of the intersection to improve sight distance.
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Environmental Review Committee Determination
June 13, 2022
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SIGNATURES:
Martin Pastucha, Administrator
Public Works, Chair
Date Anjela Barton, Fire Marshal
Renton Regional Fire Authority
Date
Kelly Beymer, Administrator
Parks and Recreation Department
Date Chip Vincent, Administrator Date
Community and Economic Development
The final design of the improvements shall be reviewed and approved by the Development
Engineering Project Manager prior to implementation. The improvements shall be fully constructed
prior to issuance of a Final Certificate of Occupancy, or by January 31, 2023, whichever comes first.
2) The applicant shall install a traffic signal at the intersection of Lind Ave SW and SW 19 th St. The traffic
signal shall be designed in a manner that accommodates the future construction of an additional 11 -
foot lane on Lind Ave SW. The final design of the traffic signal infrastructure shall be reviewed and
approved by the Development Engineering Project Manager. The signalization of the intersection shall
be implemented and operational prior to issuance of a Final Certificate of Occupancy, or by July 31,
2023, whichever comes first.
3) The applicant shall construct a compact roundabout at the intersection of Raymond Ave SW and SW
16th St. The final design of the roundabout shall be reviewed and approved by the Development
Engineering Project Manager. The compact roundabout shall be constructed prior to issuance of a
Final Certificate of Occupancy, or by January 31, 2023, whichever comes first.
4) The applicant shall submit a deposit in the amount of $100,000 per intersection (four (4) intersections
total) to implement the Adaptive Traffic Control Systems (ATCS) Split Cycle Offset Optimization
Technique (SCOOT) at the following intersections: Oakesdale Ave SW and SW Grady Way, Oakesdale
Ave SW and SW 16th St, Lind Ave SW and SW Grady Way, Lind Ave SW and SW 16th St. The deposit
shall be submitted prior to issuance of a Final Certificate of Occupancy, or by July 31, 2023, whichever
comes first. The City will bill against the total deposit and return any unused funds to the applicant
after implementation is complete.
5) The applicant shall construct the following temporary improvements at the intersection of Raymond
Ave SW and SW 19th St until the permanent configuration can be constructed:
a. Widen the westbound approach of SW 19th St, providing a minimum of twenty feet (2 0’) of
pavement;
b. Provide advanced warning signage on the westbound approach of SW 19th St and the
southbound approach of Raymond Ave SW;
c. Trim vegetation in the immediate vicinity of the intersection to improve sight distance.
The temporary design of the improvements shall be reviewed and approved by the Development
Engineering Project Manager prior to implementation. The improvements shall be fully constructed
prior to issuance of a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO).
6) The applicant shall sample soil for arsenic and lead following 2019 Tacoma Smelter Plume Guidance.
If lead or arsenic are found at concentrations above the Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA) cleanup
level, construction workers and employees on site shall be notified of their occurrence.
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Environmental Review Committee Determination
June 13, 2022
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The City of Renton Environmental Review Committee has determined that probable significant environmental impacts
from the proposed project can be mitigated. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW
43.21C.030(2)(c). Conditions were imposed as mitigation measures by the Environmental Review Committee under
their authority of Section 4-9-070D Renton Municipal Code. These conditions are necessary to mitigate environmental
impacts identified during the environmental review process. Becau se other agencies of jurisdiction may be involved,
the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen (14) days.
Due to the ongoing state of emergency enacted by Governor’s Proclamation 20 -28.14 (and as amended), the City
Clerk’s Office is working remotely. For that reason, appeals must be submitted electronically to the City Clerk at
cityclerk@rentonwa.gov or delivered to City Hall 1st floor Lobby Hub Monday through Friday. The appeal fee, normally
due at the time an appeal is submitted, will be collected at a future date if your appeal is submitted electronically.
Appeals to the Hearing Examiner are governed by RMC 4 -8-110 and additional information regarding the appeal
process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, cityclerk@rentonwa.gov.
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