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HomeMy WebLinkAboutECF_Environmental_Checklist_221209_v1SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 1 of 15 SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST 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: 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: Please adjust the format of this template as needed. 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. 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 plus 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. A. Background [HELP] 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Project Address : 800 Garden Ave N, Renton, WA 98057 2. Name of applicant: Bay West Development SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 2 of 15 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Bryon Wolf 90 Railway Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008 Tel : 408-476-8586 4. Date checklist prepared: 12/09/2022 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Renton 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Project will be built in three phases; Estimated time line as provided below: Phase I Master Plan & Site Plan: 2023; Permits: 2023; Construction: 2024-2025; Lease-up: 2026-2027 Phase II Site Plan: 2027; Permits: 2028; Construction: 2029-2030; Lease-up: 2031-2032 Phase III Site Plan: 2032; Permits: 2033; Construction: 2034-2035; Lease-up: 2036-2037. 7.Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. No future expansion or addition planned. 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. No evidence of environmental hazards was accessed. 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. No. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Land Use and Construction Permits, SEPA 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 site (501,641 SF) is located at the intersection of Garden Avenue N. and N. 8th Street and includes an existing 1 story retail building (Fry’s store) and surface parking, which will be demolished to allow for the new proposed buildings. The proposed development includes the new construction of three buildings in three phases. Phase 1 / Building A – 8 stories, 696,496 SF with 25,697 SF of ground level commercial space, 419 dwelling units & 635 parking stalls. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 3 of 15 Phase 2 / Building B – 7 stories, 582,385 SF with 13,195 SF of ground level commercial space 375 dwelling units & 488 parking stalls. Phase 3 / Building C – 7 stories, 591,702 SF with 9,869 SF of ground level commercial space, 385 dwelling units and 490 parking stalls. 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. Site address: 800 Garden Ave N, Renton, WA 98057 PER STEWART TITLE GUARANTY COMPANY TITLE REPORT ORDER NO. 782285RT, DATED OCTOBER 1, 2020. TPN: 082305-9217. LOT 1, CITY OF RENTON SHORT PLAT NO. LUA-06-080-SHPL, RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 20061011900007, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON; TOGETHER WITH A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICULAR TRAFFIC, COMMON DRIVEWAY, AND UTILITIES AS CREATED BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 20061025000586 AND AS AMENDED BY RECORDING NO. 20090710001035; SITUATE IN COUNTY OF KING, STATE OF WASHINGTON. Site plan, vicinity map and topographic survey included in plans provided for the permit application. B. Environmental Elements [HELP] 1. Earth [help] a. General description of the site: (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other _____________ b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? The steepest slope on the site will be less than 15%. 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. Per the Geotech report, the soils encountered at the site consist of relatively shallow fill overlying alluvial deposits.Soils encountered at the site generally consisted of asphalt, fill and Alluvium. Based on the presence of the compressible peat and organic silt layers within the upper alluvium, as well as the presence of potentially liquefiable soils, it is recommended that the buildings be supported on deep foundations consisting of augercast piles. Refer to the geotech report for further information. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 4 of 15 d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. Presence of potentially liquefiable soils. Per the Geotech report, the surficial soils in the vicinity of the site are mapped as modified land over alluvial deposits. The modified land consists of land changes by man for construction or development purposes, generally fill methods. The alluvial deposits range from clay to gravel, with silt and fine sand most common along the Duwamish River floodplain. The alluvium is commonly organic rich, sometimes containing interbedded peat. The alluvial soils were deposited by the meandering Cedar River and are poorly to moderately consolidated. Refer to the geotech report for further information. 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. Filling, excavation, and grading will accommodate pavement, building, and utility construction as needed. Fill will be imported by the contractor as on-site soils are not suitable for backfill. Approximately 20,000 CY export and 18,000 CY import is anticipated. No below grade garage will be included, as such anticipated excavation depth is relatively minor. Generally, excavation will be around 3-4 feet for footing placement with maximum anticipated excavation around 9 feet below existing grade. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Temporary erosion control measures will be implemented. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Approximately 92% of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: BMPs such as silt fencing and slope protection will be implemented according to NPDES and Construction Stormwater General Permit requirements to reduce erosion during construction. At project completion, all site surfaces will be stabilized via building coverage, pavement, or landscaping and soil amendment to prevent erosion. 2. Air [help] 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. Emissions from standard construction equipment and construction dust, noise and odors. Minimal emissions expected upon completion of the project. Emissions associated with dwelling units (residential vent exhaust) garage exhaust and commercial space. b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 5 of 15 None known. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: None at this time. 3. Water [help] a. Surface Water: [help] 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. No. 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. No. 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. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. No. 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 b. Ground Water: [help] 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. Groundwater will not be withdrawn from the site for use as drinking water. The only potential withdrawal of groundwater is for temporary dewatering as necessary during construction. Geotechnical investigation observed static groundwater ranging from about 7½ to 10 feet below existing grades at the site. Therefore, excavations for utility trenches, underground vaults and elevation shafts may require temporary dewatering. It is expected that groundwater in excavations less than about 7 feet below existing site grades can be controlled by open pumping using sump pumps. For excavations extending deeper and SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 6 of 15 below the static groundwater table, dewatering using well points or deep wells will be necessary. There is no anticipated discharge of water to groundwater. 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. None. 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. Site stormwater runoff from building roofs, pedestrian plazas, and other non-pollution generating sources will be collected in a series of catch basins and discharged to the public storm drain in Garden Avenue North. Stormwater runoff from roadways will be collected in a series of catch basins and routed to a water quality vault meeting Enhanced Basic Treatment requirements prior to discharging to the public storm drain in Garden Avenue North. The 72-inch public storm drain in Garden Avenue North is part of Johns Creek, which discharges to Lake Washington. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. No waste materials will enter ground or surface waters. 3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. The proposal mimics the existing drainage patterns, reduces the total amount of impervious surface, and provides water quality treatment for pollution-generating surfaces; therefore, it is not anticipated to alter or affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any: Not applicable; no adverse impacts to surface, ground, or runoff water are anticipated. 4. Plants [help] a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: __x__deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other __x__evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other __x__shrubs ____grass ____pasture SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 7 of 15 ____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 ____other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Trees, shrubs and groundcover will be removed. New landscaping will be provided per plans. c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: Landscaping including plants and trees at grade and planting in the upper level courtyards will be provided. Refer to Landscape plans. e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. None known. 5. Animals [help] 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: mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other ________ None observed. 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: No specific measures taken. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. None known. 6. Energy and Natural Resources [help] 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. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 8 of 15 Electric and natural gas for HVAC systems, lighting and appliances. Photo-voltaic panels will be provided if required per energy code requirements. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. No. The adjacent property to the north is a surface parking lot and the 7-story multifamily building across the northwest corner has considerable solar exposure due to the roadway intersection. 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: To be determined during the building permit stage. Possible measures to be used include energy efficient appliances, LED light fixtures, exterior envelope insulation, low E windows and photovoltaics. 7. Environmental Health [help] 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. No. 1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. None. 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. None. 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. None other than those associated with general construction and residential use. 4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. None other than emergency Fire department and medical services if and when needed for multifamily/mixed use developments. 5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: None. b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? General traffic noise. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 9 of 15 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)? Indi- cate what hours noise would come from the site. Short term construction related noise during normal work hours 7am-6pm. Long term noise from building operation - residential and commercial uses, vehicles. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Contractors will abide by all required regulations related to noise associated with construction. 8. Land and Shoreline Use [help] 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 includes an existing 1 story retail building (Fry’s store) and surface parking, which will be demolished to allow for the new proposed buildings. The proposal will not impact any land uses on adjacent properties. 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 nonforest use? No. 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. c. Describe any structures on the site. The site includes an existing 1 story retail building (Fry’s store), which will be demolished to allow for the new proposed buildings. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Yes, the site includes an existing 1 story retail building (Fry’s store), which will be demolished to allow for the new proposed buildings. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? Urban Center – UC2 f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Commercial & Mixed Use - CMU g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? N/A as project is not in the shoreline area. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 10 of 15 h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. The site is within the seismic hazard area. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Approximately 2,159 people will reside in the completed project, assuming 1 person/studio unit, 2 persons/1BR and 2BR units & 3 per 3BR unit. Approximately 30 people are estimated working in the commercial spaces and for leasing/building management. j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? None. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: There will no discplacement. L. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: Proposed uses are allowed per zoning and the project will go through extensive zoning and land use review by the city prior to permit issuance. m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: N/A as there are no agricultural lands impacted or located near the site. 9. Housing [help] a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, mid- dle, or low-income housing. Approximately 1179 market rate dwelling units will be provided. 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 [help] a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? Top of roof of tallest structure will be approximately 85 feet above grade. Top of elevator penthouse will be approximately 5 feet above roof. Top of stair penthouse will be approximately 9 feet above roof. Primary building exterior materials are painted fiber cement siding panels, ceramic coated wood-look siding, concrete and glass. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 11 of 15 There might be some territorial views obstructed due to the development. Project surroundings primarily include commercial and industrial properties. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: Durable exterior materials and landscaping will be used throughout. Primary building exterior materials are painted fiber cement siding panels, ceramic coated wood-look siding, concrete and glass. Building materials, modulation and architectural features will enhance the appearance of the proposed development. Project will go through extensive zoning and land use review by the city prior to permit issuance. 11. Light and Glare [help] a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Lighting associated with residential use, non-residential use, and those required for egress or pedestrian safety. Lighting will mostly be associated with night time use. Exterior lighting to be shielded and directed away from neighboring properties. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? No. c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? None known. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: Lighting shall be directed down and away from adjacent properties as required by the city codes. 12. Recreation [help] a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? Top Golf , Regal Cinemas. 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: Amenity spaces for residents (playground and dog park) will be provided at grade between the buildings. Additional amenities (fitness area, clubroom, & swimming pool) will be provided in an upper level courtyard in each building. The proposed commercial/retail space on ground level could potentially provide recreational opportunities. 13. Historic and cultural preservation [help] SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 12 of 15 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 ? If so, specifically describe. No. b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are 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. No. 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. None. 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. None. 14. Transportation [help] 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. The site is at the intersection of Garden Ave N and N 8th street. Vehicular access from the buildings will be provided be a private access road and driveways. Pedestrian walkways will connect to the public sidewalk. Refer to the site plan included with the plan set. 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? Public transportation in the immediate project vicinity is provided by King County Metro and Sound Transit. Transit stops in the vicinity provide access to King County Metro Transit routes 167, 240, 342, and Rapid Ride F Line and Sound Transit route 560/566. The closest transit stops for Rapid Ride F Line which provides service from Burien to The Landing are located along N 10th St (approximately 450 feet west of the Garden Ave N/N 10th St site access) and at Garden Ave N/N Southport Dr (approximately 0.2 miles north of the Garden Ave N/N 10th St site access). The closest transit stops for routes 167, 240, 342, and 560/566 are located at Garden Ave N/N Southport Dr (approximately 0.2 miles north of the Garden Ave N/N 10th St site access). Route 167 provides service from South Renton P&R to University District; route 240 provides service from Bellevue to Renton; route 342 provides service from Shoreline P&R to Renton TC; Route 560/566 provides service from Bellevue to SeaTac / West Seattle. c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate? SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 13 of 15 The proposed development will include approximately 1613 on site parking spaces. and 26 on street parking spaces. The development will eliminate the existing surface parking for the existing Fry’s electronics building. Based on the ALTA survey, 695 regular, 14 accessible, 3 truck loading existing parking stalls are located on the site and will be eliminated. 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). New sidewalk, curb and planting strip will be provided along Garden Ave N and N 8th street. e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. The project will not use water, rail, or air transportation. Rail tracks are located to the east side of the project site. Renton municipal airport is located close but not in the immediate vicinity of the project site. 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 nonpassenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? The proposed project is estimated to generate approximately 8,795 vehicular trips on an average weekday. Peak volumes are estimated to occur from 7-9 AM and 4-6 PM. Truck traffic is anticipated to be minimal (less than 3%). These estimates were based on methodology documented in the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual, 11th Edition. 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: The project applicant will be required to pay transportation impact fees which will help to fund transportation improvements throughout the City of Renton. 15. Public Services [help] 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, more residents in the area will generate more demand for public services including public transportation, schools, health care, fire and police protection. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. On site and on street parking will be provided. A fire access road is provided to the north and east of the development; West and south sides have street frontage. Buildings will have smoke detectors and an automatic fire sprinkler system. 16. Utilities [help] SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) July 2016 Page 15 of 15 Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: 4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands? Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: 5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment.