Planning 2017-06-22 Item 4 - Foster High School Expansion and Birth to Kindergarten - Attachment H: Applicant Response to Conditional Use Permit Criteria

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Ms. Lindsay Brown 1111 February 28, 2017 X111111111111 2160226.30 »llJllJ /a „�% Page 8 of 10 i�tgggp� Noise may occur onsite that is typically generated with activities associated with schools, such as children playing and school buses during starting and ending times. Some noise may be created on a short -term basis as a result of construction activity. The SEPA Checklist (see included) has identified ways that potential noise impacts will be mitigated. As demonstrated by the enclosed photometric analysis, light pollution is not expected to impact adjacent residential areas. The building will be designed to be compatible with surroundings; however, it is not easily visible to nearby residences due to its location. 4. The proposed use shall be in keeping with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan. The proposal is within the LDR zone. According to the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan, the LDR land use designation is primarily characterized for single - family residential structures, as well as education and institutional uses. Parts of the site are also within the Public Recreation Comprehensive Plan designation, which is intended to serve public recreation uses. The proposed uses for all sites are consistent with the purpose of the zoning code, as well as multiple aspects of the Comprehensive Plan, as listed below: Residential Neighborhoods GOAL 7.2 Neighborhood Quality: Tukwila's residential neighborhoods have physical features that preserve and strengthen neighborhood character, enhance neighborhood quality, and foster a strong sense of community. • This project meets this goal through implementation Strategy 7.6, which is to apply commercial design guidelines, with an emphasis on buffering residential uses. The schools will serve many families in the neighborhood and larger area, and inherently foster a sense of community. GOAL 7.3 Neighborhood Quality: Stable residential neighborhoods that support opportunities for improved educational attainment, employment, engagement, economic security, and personal safety • Schools can be seen as landmarks within a neighborhood and community that offer educational and employment opportunities. The school campus also provides opportunities for recreation, culture, and various community events. • Consistent with policies 7.3.2 and 7.3.4, the project will include improvements to public infrastructure and onsite vegetation, which will add to neighborhood quality. GOAL 7.4 Neighborhood Sustainability: Continuing enhancement and revitalization of residential neighborhoods to encourage long -term residency and environmental Sustainability. • The Foster High School building has not been renovated since 1992. The proposed modernizations and associated site improvements will assist in the enhancement and revitalization of the surrounding neighborhood. • The high quality design and innovative aspects of the new Birth -to- Kindergarten Center will help to enhance and revitalize the area. 150 1310130