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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPre-app Mtg Summary - 22-000009.pdfCityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2021\PRE22- 000009\Working Files 1 PRE-APPLICATION MEETING FOR Lee Code Compliance PRE22-000009 CITY OF RENTON Department of Community & Economic Development Planning Division January 27, 2022 Contact Information: Planner: Alex Morganroth, 425-430-7219, amorganroth@rentonwa.gov Public Works Plan Reviewer: Nate Janders, 425-430-7382, njanders@rentonwa.gov Fire Prevention Reviewer: Corey Thomas, 425-276-9582, cthomas@rentonrfa.org Building Official: Rob Shuey, 425-430-7290, rshuey@rentonwa.gov Please retain this packet throughout the course of your project as a reference. Consider giving copies of it to any engineers, architects, and contractors who work on the project. You will need to submit a copy of this packet when you apply for land use and/or environmental permits. Pre-screening: When you have the project application ready for submittal, call and schedule an appointment with the project manager to have it pre-screened before making all of the required copies. The pre-application meeting is informal and non-binding. The comments provided on the proposal are based on the codes and policies in effect at the time of review. The applicant is cautioned that the development regulations are regularly amended and the proposal will be formally reviewed under the regulations in effect at the time of project submittal. The information contained in this summary is subject to modification and/or concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Planning Director, Development Services Director, Department of Community & Economic Development Administrator, Public Works Administrator and City Council). CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2021\PRE22- 000009\Working Files 2 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE: October 7, 2021 TO: Alex Morganroth, Senior Planner FROM: Nathan Janders, Engineering Plan Reviewer SUBJECT: Daniel Lee Grading 720 S 55th St PRE22-000009 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) 3123059125. The following comments are based on the pre-application submittal made to the City of Renton by the applicant. Water 1. The proposed project does not impact on the water utility. Sanitary Sewer 1. The proposed project does not impact on the sewer utility. Surface Water 1. There are no existing on-site conveyance systems. 2. There is an existing 12-inch stormwater main on the north side of S 55th St (no record drawing available). 3. Critical areas on site that may affect stormwater review include: landslide hazard, regulated slopes. 4. 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 Duration Standard Area - Matching Forested. The site falls within the Black River drainage basin. 5. 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. 6. Appropriate on-site BMPs satisfying Core Requirement #9 will be required to help mitigate the new runoff created by this development to the maximum extent feasible. On-site BMPs shall be evaluated as described in CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2021\PRE22- 000009\Working Files 3 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. A geotechnical soils report for the site is required per the 2017 Renton Surface Water Design Manual Section C.1.3. 7. Erosion control measures to meet the City requirements shall be provided. 8. 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 9. https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?id=990403&dbid=0&repo=CityofRenton. 10. A Construction Stormwater Permit from Department of Ecology is required if clearing and grading of the site exceeds one acre. 11. 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 2022 SDC fee is $0.84 per square foot of new impervious surface not to exceed $2,100. • The full fee schedule can be found at: https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/DocView.aspx?id=9010319&dbid=1&repo=CityofRenton Transportation 1. The proposed project is exempt from street improvements. 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. Adequate separation between utilities as well as other features shall be provided in accordance with code requirements. a. 7-ft minimum horizontal and 1-ft vertical separation between storm and other utilities is required with the exception of water lines which require 10-ft horizontal and 1.5-ft vertical. b. The stormwater line should be minimum 5 feet away from any other structure or wall or building. c. Trench of any utility should not be in the zone of influence of the retaining wall or of the building. 3. All 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 4. A landscaping plan shall be included with the civil plan submittal. Each plan shall be on separate sheets. 5. Fees quoted in this document reflect the fees applicable in the year 2022 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. CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2021\PRE22- 000009\Working Files 4 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT M E M O R A N D U M DATE: January 25, 2022 TO: Pre-Application File No. 22-000009 FROM: Alex Morganroth, Senior Planner SUBJECT: Daniel Lee Code Compliance Parcel# 3123059125 We have completed a preliminary review of the pre-application for the above-referenced development proposal. The following comments on development and permitting issues are based on the pre -application submittals made to the City of Renton by the applicant and the codes in effect on the date of review. The applicant is cautioned that information contained in this summary may be subject to modification and/or concurrence by official decision-makers (e.g., Hearing Examiner, Community & Economic Development Administrator, Public Works Administrator, Planning Director, Development Services Director, and City Council). Review comments may also need to be revised based on site planning and other design changes required by City staff or made by the applicant. The applicant is encouraged to review all applicable sections of the Renton Municipal Code. The Development Regulations are linked here and are available online at https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/Renton/. Project Proposal: The subject property is located at 720S 55th St. The project site (APN 3123059125) totals 2.5 acres in area and is located within the Residential – 1 (R-1), Residential – 8 (R-8), and Residential – 14 (R-14) zoning classifications. The western portion of the site is located within the Talbot Urban Separator Overlay district. An existing single-family home is located on the eastern portion of the site. Access to the site is provided via a private driveway off of S 55th St which crosses the adjacent property (3123059024) to the south of the project site. Two Warning of Violations were issued on September 28, 2021 for site grading without erosion control measures installed and grading/excavation/mining without a grading license or permit (CODE21-000495). According to the project narrative submitted by the applicant, grading and installation of various impervious surfaces occurred on the site resulting in approximately 36,720 feet of ground disturbance. The total amount of earthwork was estimated by the applicant at approximately 233 cubic yards cut and 831 cubic yards of fill. In addition, small block walls were installed in order to create the flat yard surface to west of the existing home. Gravel was placed within the existing driveway and yard area, and approximately 3,143 sq. ft. of new pavement was installed adjacent to the attached garage. According to the applicant, the value of the work performed was equal to approximately $12,000. COR maps indicates presence of a moderate landslide hazard, a high landslide hazard, sensitive slopes, and protected slopes on the site. Based on the site plan provided, it is unclear whether trees were removed as part of the project. Current Use: The subject property contains a single-family dwelling and associated yard area on the eastern portion of the site, while the western portion of the site is densely vegetated with a steep slope running east to west. Zoning: The property is located within the Residential Low Density (LD), Residential Medium Density (MD), and Residential High Density (HD) comprehensive plan land use designations. The parcel has zoning designations of Residential – 1 (R-1), Residential – 8 (R-8), and Residential – 14 (R-14). The western portion of the site is located in the Talbot Urban Separator Overlay district (overlaps with R-1 zoned portion of site). According to the applicant, all CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2021\PRE22- 000009\Working Files 5 work completed on the site was within either the R-1 or R-8 zoning designations, with some minor grading occurring the Urban Separator Overlay district. Development Standards: The project would be subject to RMC 4-2-110A, “Development Standards for Residential Zoning Designations” effective at the time of complete application (noted as “R-1, R-8 and R-14 standards” herein). Due to the nature of the project, which did not the construction of any new buildings or additions, only development standards related to the completed grading and impervious improvements are included below. For a complete list of development standards, see RMC 4-2-110A. Building Standards – The R-1 standards allow a maximum building coverage of 20% of the lot area. The maximum impervious surface coverage in the R-1 zone is 25%. 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 R-14 standards allow a maximum building coverage of 65% of the lot area. The maximum impervious surface coverage in the R-14 zone is 80%. Impervious surface requirements would be verified at the time of land use review. The applicant shall demonstrate that both the subject property as well as the adjacent property on which the private driveway extends do not exceed the impervious surface maximums for the zone. Landscaping: With the exception of critical areas, all pervious area shall have landscape treatment. Landscaping may include hardscape such as decorative paving, rock outcroppings, fountains, plant containers, etc. Ten feet (10') of on-site landscaping is required along all public street frontages. 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 shall be planted within planting strips and there shall be a minimum of one street tree planted per lot. A conceptual landscape plan shall be provided with the formal land use application as prepared by a registered Landscape Architect or other certified professional. Significant Tree Retention: If significant trees are proposed to be removed, a tree inventory and a tree retention plan along with a tree retention worksheet shall be provided with the formal land use application. The tree retention plan must show preservation of at least 30 percent (30%) of significant trees. The Administrator may authorize the planting of replacement trees on the site if it can be demonstrated to the Administrator's satisfaction that an insufficient number of trees can be retained. In addition to retaining 30% of existing significant trees, the lot would be required to provide a minimum tree density of two (2) trees per 5,000 square feet of lot area onsite. 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 formal land use application if any trees were removed as part of the project. CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2021\PRE22- 000009\Working Files 6 Fences/Walls: If the applicant installed any fences or retaining walls as part of this project, the location must be designated on the landscape plan or grading plan. A fence and/or wall detail should also be included on the plan. A retaining wall that is 4 feet or taller, as measured by the vertical distance from the bottom of the footing to the finish grade at the top of the wall requires a building permit. A fence shall not be constructed on top of a retaining wall unless the total combined height of the 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. Retaining wall heights for residential development are limited to 6-feet in height for interior side yards and rear yards and 4-feet in height front yards and side or rear yards along a street. Terrace widths must be equal to the wall height and landscaped. Retaining walls shall be composed of brick, rock, textured or patterned concrete, or other masonry product that complements the proposed building and site development. Driveways and Parking: The maximum width of single loaded garage driveways shall not exceed nine feet (9') and double loaded garage driveways shall not exceed sixteen feet (16'). Except for joint use driveways, driveways shall not be closer than five feet (5') to any property line. Maximum driveway slopes shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%); provided, that driveways exceeding eight percent (8%) shall provide slotted drains at the lower end with positive drainage discharge to restrict runoff from entering the garage/residence or crossing any public sidewalk. To exceed fifteen percent (15%), a variance is required. Each lot would be required to provide a minimum of two (2) parking spaces. A maximum of 4 vehicles may be parked on a lot, including those vehicles under repair and restoration, unless kept within an enclosed building. Access: Access to the lot is currently provided via an existing private gravel driveway that crosses the adjacent lot the south (APN 3123059024) and connects the subject lot to S 55th St. Approximately 2,540 sq. ft. of new gravel material was added to the driveway according to the applicant. Urban Separator Overlay: The project site is mapped within the Talbot Urban Separator Overlay. The intent is to provide physical and visual distinctions between Renton and adjacent communities, define Renton’s boundaries and create contiguous open space corridors within and between urban communities, which provide environmental, visual, recreational and wildlife benefits. Standards within Entire Urban Separator a. Forest/vegetation clearing shall be limited to a maximum of thirty five percent (35%) of the gross acreage of the site except: i. The percentage of forest/vegetation coverage may be increased to qualify for the density bonus allowed in RMC 4-2-110E. ii. Modification of the percentage of forest/vegetation retention may be approved if determined necessary to meet the surface water retention/detention standards of RMC 4-3-110E5d of this Section. iii. Forest/vegetation clearing greater than thirty five percent (35%) of individual building sites may be approved to allow grading for a home site; provided, that: (a) A landscape plan is provided for each building site showing compensating replanting of species with the same or better water retention and erosion control functions; (b) Five percent (5%) additional replacement landscaping per site is provided; (c) Plant caliper is sufficient to achieve needed water retention and erosion control functions; (d) Individual trees or stands of trees are retained when feasible. Feasibility is defined as locations and tree health sufficient to ensure continued viability of the tree and safety of structures within the developed portion of the lot; and (e) The landscape plan provides massing of plant material to create either a connection to required open space or is of sufficient size to create functional wildlife habitat. CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2021\PRE22- 000009\Working Files 7 b. If the existing cleared area of a site, as of March 21, 2005, is greater than thirty five percent (35%), approval of a plat shall require replanting of forest/vegetative cover. c. Forest/vegetation cover may include a combination of Northwest native vegetation including conifer, deciduous trees and shrubs sufficient to provide water retention and erosion control. If existing vegetation is found to be insufficient to meet forest/vegetation coverage standards, additional plantings shall be required. d. Stormwater management shall comply with the Surface Water Design Manual. e. Private access easements and improvements shall be established at the minimum standard needed to meet public safety requirements. f. Landscape plans required in RMC 4-4-070 shall include retention/replanting plans as applicable, consistent with standards and plant lists in King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks Water and Land Resources Division Publication “Going Native.” Critical Areas: High and moderate landslide hazard areas and sensitive and protected slopes (grades between 25 and 90 percent) are mapped on the project site. A 15-foot structure setback is required for protected slopes. In addition, protected slopes and their associated buffers shall be placed in a Native Growth Projection Area (protective easement). A geotechnical report will be required at the time of formal land use application due to the alteration of a high landslide area. It is the applicant responsibility to ascertain whether or not there are additional critical areas located on site. Grading, Excavation and Mining Regulations: All grading activities shall be subject to the standards and regulations contained in RMC 4-4-060 Grading, Excavation and Mining Regulations. For any mining, excavation or grading in excess of five hundred (500) cubic yards, the Hearing Examiner shall review, approve, disapprove, or approve with conditions the location of the site and its effect on the surrounding area. To grant a special permit, the Hear ing Examiner shall make a determination that: Compatibility of Proposed Use: The proposed activity would not be unreasonably detrimental to the surrounding area. The Hearing Examiner shall consider, but is not limited to, the following: i. Size and location of the activity. ii. Traffic volume and patterns. iii. Screening, landscaping, fencing and setbacks. iv. Unsightliness, noise and dust. v. Surface drainage. vi. The length of time the application of an existing operation has to comply with nonsafety provisions of Title IV Development Regulations. Cut Standards from RMC 4-4-060.M 1. General: Unless otherwise recommended in the approved soil engineering and/or engineering geology report, cuts shall conform to the provisions of this Section. 2. Maximum Slope: The slope of cut surfaces shall be no steeper than is safe for the intended use. Except in conjunction with a modification granted per RMC 4-9-250D1 for one of the circumstances listed in RMC 4-3- 050N2a(ii) (Geologic Hazards – Modifications), cut operations associated with a plat, short plat, subdivision or dedication, or other permitted land development activity which would result in the creation of permanent slopes CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2021\PRE22- 000009\Working Files 8 forty percent (40%) or greater which are fifteen feet (15') in height, i.e., protected slopes, shall not be approved. (Amd. Ord. 4835, 3-27-2000) 3. Drainage and Terracing: Drainage and terracing shall be provided as required by subsection N of this Section. Fill Regulations from RMC 4-4-060.N 1. Applicability and Exemptions: Unless otherwise recommended in the approved soil engineering report, fills shall conform to the provisions of this Section. In the absence of an approved soil engineering report, these provisions may be waived for minor fills not intended to support structures. For minor fills or waste areas, humps, hollows or water pockets shall be graded smooth with acceptable slopes. 2. Fill Location: Fill slopes shall not be constructed: a. On natural slopes steeper than two-and-one-half horizontal to one vertical (2.5:1) that are fifteen feet (15') or greater in height (except in conjunction with a modification granted per RMC 4-9-250D1 for filling against the toe of a natural rock wall – see RMC 4-3-050N2a(ii)(b)); or b. Where the fill slope toes out within twelve feet (12') horizontally of the top of existing or planned cut slopes that are fifteen feet (15') or greater in height and steeper than two -and-one-half horizontal to one vertical (2.5:1). (Amd. Ord. 4835, 3-27-2000; Ord. 4851, 8-7-2000) 3. Preparation of Ground: The ground surface shall be prepared to receive fill by removing vegetation, noncomplying fill, topsoil and other unsuitable materials as determined by the soil engineer, and where the slopes are five to one (5:1) or steeper, by benching into sound bedrock or other competent material, provided native vegetation and significant trees are protected pursuant to RMC 4-4-130. (Ord. 5828, 12-12-2016) 4. Fill Material: Fill material shall be subject to the following standards and requirements: a. General: Fill materials shall have no more than minor amounts of organic decomposable substances and shall have no rock or similar irreducible material with a dimension greater than eight inches (8"). Material used in fills shall be appropriate for the site and the intended use of that portion of the site. b. Construction, Demolition, and Land Clearing Waste Prohibited: Fill material shall be free of construction, demolition, and land clearing waste except that this requirement does not preclude the use of recycled concrete rubble from a Washington State Department of Transportation approved source. c. Cleanliness of Fill Material: Fill material shall not contain concentrations of cont aminants that exceed cleanup standards for soil specified in WAC 173-340-740, Model Toxics Control Act. No solid waste, hazardous waste, hazardous material, or materials categorized as dangerous waste under WAC Title 173 shall be used as fill. d. The Administrator may specify other characteristics of the fill material used, the degree of compaction, the moisture content, and the method of placement based on the intended use of the portion of the site where the fill will be placed and the requirements for water retention, drainage control, and erosion control. e. Fill Material Source Statement for Projects Located in Zone 1 of the Aquifer Protection Area Involving the Placement of More than Fifty (50) Cubic Yards of Imported Fill: A fill material source state ment is required for projects located in Zone 1 of the Aquifer Protection Area if more than fifty (50) cubic yards of imported fill will be used; the documentation shall be certified by a professional engineer or geologist licensed in the State of Washington. The fill material source statement shall be provided to the Department and shall be reviewed and accepted by the Department prior to stockpiling or grading imported fill at the project site. The fill material source statement, as defined in RMC 4-8-120D19, shall be required for each source location from which imported fill will be obtained. f. Fill Material Source Statement for Projects Located in Zone 2 of the Aquifer Protection Area Involving Placement of More than One Hundred (100) Cubic Yards of Imported Fill: A fill material source statement is CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2021\PRE22- 000009\Working Files 9 required for projects located in Zone 2 of the Aquifer Protection Area if more than one hundred (100) cubic yards of imported fill will be used; the documentation shall be certified by a professional engineer or geologist licensed in the State of Washington. The fill material source statement shall be reviewed and accepted by the Department prior to stockpiling or grading imported fill at the project site. The fill material source statement, as defined in RMC 4-8-120D19, shall be required for each source location from which imported fill will be obtained. g. Abbreviated Source Statement for Aquifer Protection Area: The Department may accept a fill material source statement, as defined in RMC 4-8-120D19, that does not include results of sampling and analysis of imported fill if a professional geologist or engineer licensed in the State of Washington certifies that the source location from which fill will be obtained has never been filled, developed, or subjected to use that could have introduced chemical contamination to the site. h. Department Authority to Request Additional Information or Reject Certified Source Statement: The Department has the authority to request additional information regarding imported fill material and the source thereof and to reject a fill material source statement or an abbreviated version if they do not demonstrate that the fill material to be imported to a project site meets fill material standards of this Section and/or the Department has reason to suspect that the fill material could be contaminated. Such requests or rejections shall be made in writing to the applicant. i. Source Statement Not Required for Imported Fill Obtained from Washington State Department of Transportation Approved Source: The source statement defined in RMC 4-8-120D19 is not required for those projects located in the aquifer protection area if documentation is provided that imported fill will be obtained from a Washington State Department of Transportation appro ved source. (Amd. Ord. 4851, 8-7- 2000) j. Sampling and Analysis Procedures: The licensed professional engineer or geologist or person under their supervision who samples earth materials to be used as imported fill, oversees analysis, and prepares a fill material source statement required by this Section shall follow procedures specified in WAC 173 -340-820 and 173-340-830 of the Model Toxics Control Act – Cleanup regulations. k. Required Actions after Illegal Placement of Imported Fill: A person who stockpiles or grades imported fill at the site without Department review and acceptance of a fill material source statement required by this Section or who stockpiles or grades fill at the site that does not meet the fill quality standards of this Section is subject to measures specified by the Department to reduce risk of contamination of the site due to illegal placement of fill. Such measures may include, but are not limited to, any or all of the following and shall be implemented at the person’s expense: i. Provide the Department with a fill material source statement defined in RMC 4-8-120D19 within a time period specified by the Department; ii. Immediately cover fill with a waterproof cover; iii. Immediately remove fill; iv. Installation of monitoring wells and monitoring of ground water quality; v. Remediation of contamination of the site caused by the illegal placement of fill according to a schedule specified by the Department and in accordance with cleanup standards for soil and groundwater described in the Model Toxics Control Act – Cleanup regulations, chapter 173-340 WAC. l. Department Authority to Conduct Independent Sampling and Analysis: The Department shall have the authority to enter onto private property to conduct independent sampling and analysis o f fill. If the Department determines that fill does not meet fill quality standards of this Section, then it may require the person to accomplish any or all of the measures listed in this Section at his or her own expense. CityofRenton\Department Folders\Community and Economic Development (CED)\Current Planning\Pre-Applications\2021\PRE22- 000009\Working Files 10 m. Department Authority to Implement Removal and Remediation Measures: The Department or its authorized agents shall have the authority to implement measures listed in this Section if the person fails to accomplish such measures in a timely manner. The permittee shall be responsible for any costs incurred by the Department or its authorized agents in the conduct of such activities. (Amd. Ord. 4740, 7 -19-1999; Ord. 4992, 12-9-2002; Ord. 5954, 11-18-2019) 5. Minimum Compaction: All fills shall be compacted to a minimum of ninety five percent (95%) of maximum density as determined by American Public Works Association (APWA) specifications. Field density shall be determined in accordance with APWA standards. Exceptions to the compaction requirement include soils below areas set aside for low impact development best management practices designed consistent with RMC 4-6-030. (Ord. 5828, 12-12- 2016) 6. Maximum Slope: The slope of fill surfaces shall be no steeper than is safe for the intended use. Except in conjunction with a modification granted per RMC 4-9-250D1 for one of the circumstances listed in RMC 4-3- 050N2a(ii) (Geologic Hazards – Modifications), fill operations associated with a plat, short plat, subdivision or dedication, or other permitted land development activity which would result in the creation of permanent slopes forty percent (40%) or greater which are fifteen feet (15') in height, i.e., protected slopes, shall not be approved. (Amd. Ord. 4835, 3-27-2000) 7. Drainage and Terracing: Drainage and terracing shall be provided and the area above fill slopes and the surfaces of terraces shall be as required by subsection N of this Section. (Ord. 5526, 2-1-2010) Environmental Review: The proposal exceeds the City’s adopted categorical exemption thresholds (RMC 4-9-070G) and is subject to State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Review in accordance with WAC 197-11-800. In addition, the presence of critical areas on the site necessitates SEPA review. An environmental checklist must be submitted with the land use application. Permit Requirements: The proposal would a Hearing Examiner Special Grade and Fill Permit and Environmental (SEPA) Review. The applications would be reviewed concurrently within an estimated time frame of 12 weeks. The 2022 Hearing Examiner Special Grade and Fill Permit application fee is $5,410.00 (+ 5% technology fee). The 2022 Environemntal (SEPA) Review fee is $1,600.00 (+5% technology fee). Each modification request is $262.50 ($250.00 each plus a 5% Technology Surcharge Fee). All fees are subject to change. Detailed information regarding the land use application submittal can be found on the City’s new website by clicking “Land Use Applications” on the Community & Economic Development page, then “All Forms (A to Z).” The City now requires electronic plan submittal for all applications. The City’s Electronic File Standards can also be found on the City’s website at https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/Browse.aspx?startid=867190&dbid=0. Public Notice: The applicant is required to install a proposed land use action sign on the subject property per 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. See the Public Information Sign handout on the City’s website for more information and specifications. Next Steps: When the formal application materials are complete, the applicant shall have the materials pre- screened virtually prior to submitting the complete application package. Please contact Alex Morganroth, Senior Planner at 425-430-7219 or amorganroth@rentonwa.gov to schedule a virtual prescreen appointment. Expiration: The special permit shall be null and void if the applicant has not begun activity within six (6) months after the granting of the permit, unless the Hearing Examiner grants an extension of time. Special permits are valid until the approved plans have been satisfactorily completed.