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Home My WebLink AboutPermit L96-0085 - CITY OF TUKWILA - ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FACILITIESL96 -0085 ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FACILITIES (,D97- 9a7) CPA REZONE ZONING CODE AMENDMENT COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN COMPREHENSIVE PLAN r i April 28, 1997 8:55 p.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OFFICIAL OLD BUSINESS Award contract for TCC Phase II construction TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES Mayor Rants called the Special Meeting to order at 8:55 p.m. JOE DUFFLE; JOAN HERNANDEZ; JIM HAGGERTON, Council President; ALLEN EKBERG; STEVE MULLET; PAM CARTER; PAM LINDER. JOHN MCFARLAND, City Administrator; BOB NOE, City Attorney; LUCY LAUTERBACH, Council Analyst; DON WILLIAMS, Parks and Recreation Director; STEVE LANCASTER, DCD Director; ROSS EARNST, Public Works Director. Mayor Rants explained that a motion was made at the April 21st Regular Meeting and postponed until tonight's Special Meeting to allow adequate time for Council to be provided additional information to assist in their decision of a funding source and the total dollars needed to award the base contract and alternates #1 & #3. The motion under consideration: MOVED BY HAGGERTON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, TO AWARD THE CONTRACT FOR THE TUKWILA COMMUNITY CENTER PHASE II CONSTRUCTION PROJECT TO GOLF LANDSCAPING, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $389,331 WHICH INCLUDES THE BASE BID, ADDITIVE ALTERNATIVES #1 AND #3, AND 8.6% SALES TAX.* Alan Doerschel, Finance Director, clarified that there are $70,000 in unanticipated 1996 Real Estate Excise Tax revenues, plus an additional $103,000 in unanticipated 1997 revenues. The 1996 revenues are within the Estimated Beginning Fund Balance of the 301 Fund. Actual 1997 revenues so far this year are $146,000 with only $160,000 estimated in the 301.317.340 revenue budget for the full year. If the 1996 additional revenues of $70,000 are combined with the additional anticipated 1997 revenues, there may be as much as $173,000 to be utilized for TCC Phase II and/or other park and trail projects. *MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). .z _ 1' • � g 00 N 111: • w= • J N V_ w 0, u- Q;. • 1— w z �.. •H 0. zi--� U D: 'w w` H (J! w z, H=` O~ z • Special Meeting Minutes April 28, 1997 Page 2 Award contract for TCC Phase II construction Consideration of Comp Plan amendments NEW BUSINESS Authorization to apply for CDBG Flood Relief Funds Doerschel said it should be pointed out that since there's a shortfall of approximately $66,000 in the TCC Phase II account, the 301 Fund would be an appropriate place to utilize funding to make up the shortfall. He cautioned the Council, however, that out of the total $173,000, it may be necessary to offset other revenue shortfalls such as sales tax. MOVED BY HERNANDEZ, SECONDED BY EKBERG, TO MOVE $66,000 FROM THE 301 FUND TO THE PHASE II COMMUNITY CENTER ACCOUNT SO THAT ADDITIVE ALTERNATES NUMBER ONE (SHELTER) AND NUMBER THREE (TWO COURTS) CAN BE INCLUDED WITH THE AWARD OF THE BASE BID TO GOLF LANDSCAPING, INC. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). DCD Director Steve Lancaster reiterated that the Council is charged with deciding if a proposed amendment is consistent with the current Comprehensive Plan policies, and whether it should be: 1) dropped from further consideration; 2) deferred for one or more years; or, 3) forwarded directly to the Planning Commission for further review. He said the Council is not limited to the three options. They can take action on one or more tonight. Others could be processed according to the Council's internal procedures. He said if any of the amendments are rejected by Council, they could come back before the Council upon reapplication. That reapplication could occur for consideration either at the end of this year, a year from now, or any subsequent year. It would be up to the applicant to decide whether to reapply or not. It was the consensus of the Council to reject numbers 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 of the proposed Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code amendments, and forward number 4 - -- "Allow Senior Citizen Housing 50 & 100 units per acre in various Comprehensive Plan designation" to the Community Affairs and Parks Committee for further consideration. Councilmember Mullet stated that this item had been discussed at the April 22nd Utilities Committee meeting and the Committee recommended a formal motion authorizing application for grant funding. MOVED BY MULLET, SECONDED BY DUFFIE, TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO APPLY FOR CDBG SUPPLEMENTAL FLOOD RELIEF FUNDS TO ASSIST IN THE REPAIRS OF THE 1995 -96 STORM - RELATED DAMAGE TO THE SOUTHCENTER SOUTH GREEN RIVER LEVEE SYSTEM. MOTION CARRIED (7 -0). z Z: mow: 6 U O: N •cn w' w z; 0 w. 0; u- <. • d. I- 2, z� I-- 0. Z U • O (L), ,' 2U'. • 0. E—_ .z: -_ z f4 • Special Meeting Minutes April 28, 1997 Page 3 ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION 9:48 P.M. ADJOURNMENT 10:14 P.M. MOVED BY DUI-.1-4h, SECONDED BY HAGGERTON, TO ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR 30 MINUTES TO ADDRESS A PENDING LITIGATION ISSUE. MOTION CARRIED. MOVED BY HAGGERTON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. John W. Rants, Mayor Celia Square, Deputy City Clerk • ,,e.gmittnammemstanssmoreamemesstmenuramemszczt " • ...I, •• I • April 28, 1997 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OFFICIALS CITIZEN'S COMMENTS SPECIAL ISSUES Sound System orientation Comprehensive Plan/ Zoning Code Amendments TUKWILA CITY COUNCIL Tukwila City Hall Council Chambers COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MINUTES Council President Jim Haggerton called the Committee of The Whole Meeting to order and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. JOE DUFFIE; JOAN HERNANDEZ; JIM HAGGERTON, Council President; ALLEN EKBERG; STEVE MULLET; PAM CARTER; PAM LINDER. JOHN MCFARLAND, City Administrator; BOB NOE, City Attorney; LUCY LAUTERBACH, Council Analyst; DON WILLIAMS, Parks and Recreation Director; STEVE LANCASTER, DCD Director; ROSS EARNSTlPublic Works Director. None. Al Spencer, Internal Operations Manager, gave a brief summary of the operating instructions on the Council Chambers microphones. Steve Lancaster explained that the Council held a public meeting on April 7, 1997 and heard presentations from both staff and applicants. Many community members commented on the proposals at that time. It is now within the . Council's purview on how to proceed from this point regarding further input on the Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code amendments. Councilmembers were in agreement that further public comments would be welcomed as long as the comments were kept to a minimum. Lancaster clarified that at this point in the process, the Council is charged with deciding if a proposed amendment is consistent with the current Comprehensive Plan policies, and whether it should be: 1) dropped from further consideration; 2) deferred for one or more years; or, 3) forwarded directly to the Planning Commission for further review. In response to a question posed by Councilmember Hernandez, Lancaster stated that the Council is not limited to the three options noted above. They can take action on one or more tonight. Others could be processed according to the Council's internal procedures, which would include referral to a subcommittee of the Council. However, the Planning Commission must review prior to the Council taking any final action to approve any of the proposed amendments. Committee of The Whole Meeting Minutes April 28, 1997 Page 2 Comp Plan Zoning amendments (Cont' d) Public comment Public comments Public comments Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code amendment #1: Extend the current building height exception area to permit potential development of up to 10 stories at 15820 Pacific Highway South Michael Aippersbach, Post Office Box 95429, Seattle, Wa., 95429, commented on behalf of Sterling Realty Organization (SRO -Lewis & Clark). He said his client did not propose the building height exception area amendment without consideration of the impacts of neighboring properties. Unfortunately, their knowledge of the changes of the August 15, 1995 Draft Comprehensive Plan did not surface until just before they were informed of the approaching submittal deadline for proposed amendments to the adopted Plan. From that point they simply rushed to complete the submittal. He's requesting to have the setback distance issue for structures above three stories discussed with the Planning Commission. Placing the issue on the Planning Commission's agenda simply allows a reasonable time period for discussions between SRO, the neighbors and the Planning Commission before action is taken. Council President Haggerton announced that two additional letters have been received regarding the six proposed Comp Plan /Zoning Code amendments since the last Council meeting: one from Secure Capital and the other from Michael Aippersbach & Associates. Kathy Solter, Property Manager, Sunnydale Apartments, main objections to amendment #1 is the blockage of light to the apartments and condominiums.. She urged the Council to adhere to the staff recommendations and reject these proposals. Diane Rogel, 3810 South 158th Street (Laural Estates), said the proposals do not reflect the spirit of the neighborhood. Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code amendment #2: Change LDR (Low Density Residential to MDR (Medium Density Residential) to construct a 32 -unit condominium project between Pacific Highway South and 40th Avenue South at 38th Avenue extended. Gary Greer, representing Secure Capital, Post Office Box 25127, Seattle, Wa., 98125, commented that he still believes that a residential townhouse condominium development is the best development solution for all involved. Greer submitted modifications to his application that address most of the concerns raised in the public meeting held on April 7th. He urge the Council to forward his application with modifications to the Planning Commission. z _1 -. F-w ea. AC -J U; U0 co vow W =` J H N LL w0:. ga 5: LL Q" _ v; w z zoo U� ui O co 0 H wW I ~O ..z = O ~ `_ z Committee of The Whole Meeting Minutes April 28, 1997 Page 3 Comp Plan Zoning Code amendments (Cont'd) Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code amendment #3: Establish MIC/L z (Manufacturing/Industrial Center - Light) for unzoned property at i z No public comments intersection of E. Marginal Way and Interurban Avenue South. re 1 J0. Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code amendment #4: Allow Senior Citizen c) O co 0 No public comments Housing 50 & 100 units per acre in various Comprehensive Plan . w z designations. -' I- w O:. Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code amendment #5: Amend certain 2 ; No public comments Transportation and Natural Environment policies per Puget Sound u_ .73 � a. l Regional Council recommendation. cn d. =_ w Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code amendment #6: Clarify definition and z No public comments siting process for Essential Public Facilities. z O1—. ILI in U 0' C) "- =W Disposition of old Council President Haggerton pointed out the numerous meetings /discussions, O. community center as chronicled in the agenda packet, that have been held regarding this issue. iui N; O z It was the consensus of the Council to forward the proposed Comprehensive Plan /Zoning Code amendments to the Special Meeting following tonight's Committee of The Whole meeting. City Administrator McFarland explained that the stipulation in the 99 -year ground lease with the South Central School District was that when the property ceased to be part of public use, it would revert back to the District. Therefore, as long as the City intends to use it for public purposes, it will remain in our ownership for the duration of the 99 -year ground lease. A discussion ensued with most of the councilmembers favoring a complete demolition of the building while others suggested demolishing all except the enclosed area of the gymnasium. Some Councilmembers thought it might be feasible to open the four walls of the gym and use it as a covered shelter for recreational purposes. Council President Haggerton reminded the Council that this issue will also be on the agenda for discussion at the joint Council /School Board meeting scheduled for May 6th. After a lengthy discussion, it was the consensus of the Council to have staff provide them with rough parameters of costs associated with various options, including total demolishing verses saving the gym portion of the old community center. Committee of The Whole Meeting Minutes April 28, 1997 Page 4 An ord. dissolving the Bd. McFarland explained that the City has used the Board of Adjustment for many of Adjustment years to hear certain appeals on land use issues rather than a hearing examiner, z which has been a more popular form of resolution of these disputes and •. ~ w differences. However, he stated that the Board is currently non - operational due w to lack of a quorum. Only two members remain of the five positions that 6 v constitute the Board. Additionally, the depth of complexity and range of .0 O knowledge necessary to assess and rule on many of the above described t co w. actions, create significant challenges to the Board in their deliberations. The -J ' City's liability insurance carrier has strongly recommended the use of a CO O professionally trained hearing examiner to decide these matters, rather than a 2 volunteer citizen's board. g :3 / �: After a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Council to forward the I W° ordinance dissolving the Board of Adjustment and creating the Office of z m Hearing Examiner to the next Regular Meeting for further consideration. z 0;, Council President Haggerton requested that should the Council pass the D o; ordinance to dissolve the BOA, that a letter of appreciation be sent to the :0 Si)- current and previously retired Board of Adjustment members and/or the ,c1 w p Y Adjustment (and/or �w W; family of members, if it applies) expressing the City's gratitude for their many 1 0 years of dedicated service. t a- O; z: REPORTS Mayor Rants reported that to date the City has handed out 857 dump passes 0 _' and the final count isn't in yet. Pacific Energy Institute handled the z 1 Mayor recycling day at Foster for items such as refrigerators, tires and various other rubbish. He said a total of 95.94 tons of materials were collected on that one day for recycling. Rants updated the Council that the Regional Task Force has outlined its regional needs regarding the Green River basins. Some of the issues being discussed are flooding, levees maintenance, habitat restoration, and habitat acquisition. Council Councilmember Duffie reported that Tukwila Elementary School raised 500 fish in their fish hatchery this year. Duffie complimented the City's Police Department for responding so well in the case of a recent incident where an attempt was made to abduct a Tukwila Elementary School student. Councilmember Hernandez reported she attended the Foster Community Club meeting on Wednesday, April 23rd. King County Councilmember Dwight Pelz was scheduled to make an appearance at this meeting but was unable to do Committee of The Whole Meeting Minutes April 28, 1997 Page 5 Reports (Cont'd) so. Warren Wing was present, however, and gave a very interesting slide presentation on the ferry system. Hernandez attended the Economic Development Advisory Council meeting on Thursday, April 23th; the DARE graduation program at Foster High School on Friday, April 25th; and she attended a festival held at Southcenter, sponsored by the Ethnic Heritage Council on Saturday, April 26th. Council President Haggerton reported he attended a special meeting of ACC on Wednesday, April 23rd; the Economic Development Advisory Council on Thursday, April 24th; the DARE graduation program at Foster High School on Friday, April 25th. He attended the South Central School District Strategic Planning meeting on Friday and Saturday, April 25th & 26th. He said the five - year plan will be finalized after the next two planning sessions, which will culminate in a graduation. Councilmember Mullet reported that he also attended the Foster Community Club meeting on Wednesday, April 23rd and concurs with Hernandez that the slide presentation on the ferry system was very interesting. He said he also attended various other meetings. Councilmember Carter on Thursday, April 24th, there was an ad hoc group meeting to review the RFP's that came in for the non - representatives salary study. The group selected two from the list. Those two will be brought before the May 5th Council. Councilmember Linder reported she attended the Metropolitan King County Council Commerce Trade and Economic Development Committee meeting on Thursday, April 24, where the Boeing /King County Airport issues were discussed. Carter announced that the Showalter Culture Fair will be held Wednesday, April 23, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.. Young Author's Day is Friday, April 25th at all three elementary schools - -a day -long celebration of writing and creativity. A SKCATBd meeting is scheduled for June 17, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at the WSDOT building in Kent. Haggerton announced that he will be attending the AWC Annual Conference June. 18 - 21, and encouraged other councilmcmbers to contact him if they are interested in going. Committee of The Whole Meeting Minutes April 28, 1997 Page 6 ADJOURN TO THE SPECIAL MEETING 8:44 P.M. MOVED BY HAGGERTON, SECONDED BY HERNANDEZ, TO RECESS FOR FIVE MINUTES THEN RECONVENE TO A SPECIAL MEETING. MOTION CARRIED. Jim Haggerton, Council President Celia Square, Deputy City Clerk • eCaZI!:L'i.L•ef`_t.'.Y:f�. «ot: i! E�ht 4, i. cr .Nv`�TtiunhAil.':•Ya�..a'6t':v.� Staff Report to the Page F -1 City Council FILE NUMBER: L96 -0085 APPLICANT: City of Tukwila REQUEST: The proposal is to provide a definition of Essential Public Facilities and clarify the process for evaluating their siting. DISCUSSION The Growth Management Act requires a process for siting Essential Public Facilities. Although Tukwila's Comprehensive Plan currently contains a basic siting process, greater detail is desired in order to make our process function better. This is a particular concern since Tukwila's location at the intersection of major roadways makes it the planned site/route for several upcoming regional transportation projects. Providing a more complete process in the Comprehensive Plan for siting Essential Public Facilities, and backing this up through the Development/Zoning Code will ensure Tukwila a more effective means to evaluate and mitigate the impacts of these facilities, while working toward a solution for siting these regional facilities. Tukwila's current Essential Public Facilities siting process can be strengthened by: 1) requiring that financial impacts be developed and considered; 2) providing supplemental review criteria specific to Essential Public Facilities; 3) defining Essential Public Facilities. The proposed amendment addresses these issues. Complete proposed text is found in the application (Exhibit F -1). The Development/Zoning Code currently includes a general category of Essential Public Facilities as an "Unclassified Use." These can be sited only in more "intensive" zones. However, several regional transportation uses are designated as "Permitted Uses" in less intensive zones. The proposed amendment consolidates all Essential Public Facilities - type uses into the "Unclassified Use" category, and adds supplemental review criteria to consider when siting them. Significance/Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan This amendment supports the Growth Management Act's requirement that cities and counties develop a process for siting Essential Public Facilities since it strenghthens the process in Tukwila's Comprehensive Plan. Relevant Comprehensive Plan policies include the following, with complete policy text in Exhibit 1: • Roles and Responsibilities: Policies 15.2.1, 15.2.2, 15.2.3 • Transportation Corridors/Pacific Highway South: Policies 8.2.1, 8.2.4, 8.2.17 z Jo. • ,o O co w =• J H: w0: z�. I- o: z�— U O == 0 F-!; w.W I U O: 111 Z • UC O z Staff Report to the Page F-2 City Council • Transportation Corridors/Interurban Avenue South: Policy 8.3.6 • Transportation: Policies 13.4.5, 13.4.7 Impacts The amendment potentially lessens the impacts of new Essential Public Facilities. The information gained by improving the evaluation/siting process for Essential Public Facilities enhances the City's ability to mitigate their adverse impacts. Alternatives The City Council's threshold alternatives include the following: reject the proposal; • defer consideration until a later time; • refer the proposal to the Planning Commission. If the proposal is referred to the Planning Conunission, the Planning Commission may want to consider the following alternatives. 1) Take no action, and leave open the types of uses considered as Essential Public Facilities EXHIBIT F -1 CITY .vF TUKWILA Department of Community Development 6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 Telephone: (206) 431 -3670 (P -CPA) (P -R) Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code Amendment Application W'K, � <as Uii.?1+tf >: 1� :::y,. .i!'Y, :'£.' i� ET:<ii ;Yy�:� ^' �:.i1.^�: ' •fit: �f•t } =�;:;Y<ki .t�s., -..^ t . jFORSTAFF;USE:ONLY " =. k r,,�: . X rr :ey ;i "'.rl,•£�.� ,�, �� , >:.,Ye .,.;:�S;i d:i:'<•' •fj�: fy,,,'�';i;:�i i ��':t,..,ffiV:s�; V f. �Yp>; i t os:�:J %1Z% .£�:wrlti`SV�.4!•�, i•• :wlv.� �:.'T�y:(�w `: {' �b F kEN'�` ::i1;i •r .iiw>.. '4 K' , A.... 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Hw z� o z uj moo. 0 I- W W' O: Wz U_ w' 0 z D.. PROPERTY OWNER DECLARATION The undersigned makes the following statements based upon personal knowledge: • I am the current owner of the property which is the subject of this application. • All statements contained in the application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. . The application is being submitted with my knowledge and consent. I understand that conditions of approval, which the City and applicant have jointly agreed may not be completed prior to final approval of the construction (e.g., final building permit • . approval) will be incorporated into an agreement to be executed and recorded against the property prior to issuance of any construction permits. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington and the United States of America that the foregoing statement is true and correct. EXECUTED at 199 (city), (state), on (Print Name) (Address) (Phone Number) (Signature) Use additional sheets as needed for all property owner signatures. E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: EXISTING: N/4 PROPOSED: F. ZONING DESIGNATION: EXISTING: /v/- PROPOSED: 3/96 G. LAND USE(S): EXISTING: N/4 PROPOSED: (for proposed changes in land use designations or rezones) H. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: (attach additional sheets if necessary) .S c;, c �( I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SURROUNDING LAND USES: Describe the existing uses located within 1,000 feet in all directions from the property or area for which a change is proposed. ,4J .r'eci- 6 -- h0.7 , rcf a c 75. i I1. IMPACTS OF PROPOSED CHANGE A. IMPACT(S) OF PROPOSED CHANGE ON SURROUNDING PROPERTIES: Describe potential adverse impacts of the proposed change on surrounding geographic area, such as affects on land use designations and zoning of surrounding properties, adjacent natural features or systems, or public utilities or streets. (A summary of impacts addressed in SEPA checklist is acceptable.) Attach separate sheet(s) with response. B. NON - CONFORMING USES CREATED: Describe any existing uses that are likely to become non - conforming under the proposed land use/zoning designation. .�e e //A-aler( C. IMPACTS OF PROPOSED CHANGE ON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES, ZONING REGULATIONS AND CITY'S y r, mnoein, ays,=mr+.. n..xr eltf 3 z F=- 1.1 6 JU O 0 w 0, J H W O; LL C = Ci ▪ W Z� I- 0 Z U • D. O El' W I•- • U u.~O wz U a), rz O z FUNCTIONAL PLANS: Identify -,cific Comprehensive Plan policies and "° •ing regulations and how your proposal affects them. Identity any functional plans affected by the prop.,aal (e.g. Storm and Surface Water Plan, Shoreline Master Program, Parks and Open Space Plan) and what changes would be required in those plans if the proposed amendment were approved. Attach separate sheet(s) with response. D. IMPACT(S) OF PROPOSED CHANGE ON CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN: Describe any capital improvements that would be needed to support the proposed amendment, and what changes would be required in the City's Capital Improvements Plan. Attach separate sheet(s) with response. E. DEFICIENCIES IN EXISTING PLAN/CODE RESOLVED BY THE PROPOSAL: Explain why the current Comprehensive Plan or Zoning Code is deficient or why it should not continue. Be specific; cite policy numbers and code sections that apply. Attach separate sheet(s) with response. F. COMPLIANCE OF THE PROPOSAL WITH GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT: Describe how the proposed change complies with and promotes the goals and specific requirements of the Growth Management Act. Attach separate sheet(s) with response. . G. OTHER ISSUES PRESENTED BY THE PROPOSED CHANGE: Describe any other issues that are important to consider in the proposal, such as other changes in City codes that would be required, other City- adopted plans affected, environmental or economic issues. (Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary). See /Tff' -tl e/ H. ALTERNATIVES TO PROPOSED CHANGE: (A summary of altematives addressed in the project's SEPA checklist is acceptable.) Attach separate sheet(s) with response. III. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN/ZONING CODE AMENDMENT CRITERIA The burden of proof in demonstrating that a change to the Comprehensive Plan or Zoning Code is warranted lies solely upon the proponent. The greater the degree of change proposed, the greater will be the burden of showing that the change is justified. The Planning Commission and the City Council will review your proposal using the criteria listed below. It is essential that you describe in a clear end precise manner why the amendment request should be approved. Attach additional sheet(s) with your responses to each criterion. You may submit other documentation in support of your proposal. A. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT CRITERIA: Demonstrate how each of the following circumstances justifies a re- designation of your property or a change in existing Plan policies: 1. A detailed statement of who is proposed and why; 2. A statement of the anticipated impacts of the change, including the geographic area affected and the issues presented by the proposed change; 3. An explanation of why the current comprehensive plan or development regulations are deficient or should not continue in effect; 4. A statement of how the proposed amendment complies with and promotes the goals and specific requirements of the Growth Management Act; 5. A statement of how the proposed amendment complies with applicable Countywide Planning Policies; 4 z ~ W re JU 00 WI Wo w LL Q. co =d I- w z F. zI uj 0 O P: o i- ll/ • uJ z ui U D P E 0 z 6. A statement of changes, if any, would be required . ---,motional plans (i.e., the City's water, se ►.::r, storm water or shoreline plans) if the droposed amendment is adopted; 7. A statement of what capital improvements, if any, would be needed to support the proposed change, and how the proposed change will affect the capital facilities plans of the City; and 8. A statement of what other changes, if any, are required in other City codes, plans or regulations to implement the proposed change. B. ZONING AMENDMENT CRITERIA: Demonstrate how each of the each following circumstances justifies a rezone of your property or a change in the existing Zoning Code: 1. The use or change in zoning requested shall be in conformity with the adopted Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan, the provisions of this title, and the public interest; 2. The use or change in zoning requested in the zoning map or this title for the establishment of commercial, industrial, or residential use shall be supported by an architectural site plan showing the proposed development and its relationship to surrounding areas as set forth in the application form. .. '::iCtlaleYcE34yiK wiu:.Y:E.`s;Yi Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code Amendment Application Essential Public Facilities I.H. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: The Growth Management Act requires that every comprehensive plan include a process for siting Essential Public Facilities. No comprehensive plan can preclude the siting of Essential Public Facilities within the community. The Growth Management Act includes these provisions because siting certain public facilities has become difficult due to the impacts many of these facilities have on the adjacent community. Tukwila desires to clarify the Essential Public Facilities siting process through these amendments. Comprehensive Plan;. The Comprehensive Plan Amendment would: 1) Add a list of typical Essential Public Facilities, including a full range of regional transportation - related uses, to clarify the existing definition of Essential Public Facilities; and 2) specify a Supplemental Essential Public Facilities Review process in the Comprehensive Plan. Zoning Code: The Zoning Code Amendment would: 1) include regional transportation - related uses as Essential Public Facilities in the Zoning Code; 2) modify the Zoning Code to consolidate all Essential Public Facilities (including regional transportation - relatled uses) as unclassified uses; and 3) include additional review criteria to the Zoning Code to supplement the Unclassified Use Criteria (TMC 18.66.060) for use in considering siting and permitting Essential Public Facilities. II. A. IMPACTS OF PROPOSED CHANGE ON SURROUNDING PROPERTIES: No adverse impacts are expected since Essential Public Facilities are already addressed in the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Codes, and should, therefore, be compatible with other uses in the areas for which they are proposed. The proposed amendments clarify the uses which can be considered as Essential Public Facilities and the criteria to be used when their siting is under consideration. II. B. NON - CONFORMING USES CREATED: The proposed amendments will create no new non - conforming uses. z _� • p- W': U: U 0, w :u) w, wI CO IL: • w o' u- Q: a a moo. • z w 0 Hi . w w` U !I" (:)*' z ui Off' .z TI.C. IMPACTS OF PROPOSED CHANGE ON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES, ZONING REGULATIONS AND CITY'S FUNCTIONAL PLANS: Relevant Comprehensive Plan Policies: The following policies are relevant to Essential Public Facilities. All proposed additional language is underlined; no deletions are proposed. Roles and Responsibilities (page 172) 15.2.1. In reviewing proposals to site new or expanded essential public facilities within the City, Tukwila shall consider accepting its regional share of facilities which provide essential services, provided;1) other communities accept their share as well; 2), providing a financial analysis is performed to determine if the impact upon the City of Tukwila can be reduced or avoided: 3) the funding of regional facilities sited in Tukwila relies on an equitable regional source of funding 44 provided the siting of all essential public facilities is consistent with the City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan; 5) the environmental imact analysis identifies the alternative with the least impact on Tukwila and its residents : and 5) is developed through working relationships with affected neighborhoods, special purpose districts, ports and other agencies which serve the Tukwila community. 15.2.2. "Essential public services" are facilities which provide basic public services, provided in one of the following manners: 1) directly by a government agency; 2) by a private entity substantially funded or contracted for by a government agency :3) or provided by a private entity subject to public service obligations (i.e. private utility companies which have a franchise or other legal obligation to provide service within a degined service ares). 15.2.3. Applications for essential public facilities will be processed through the unclassified use permit process and supplemental essential public facilities review criteria established in the City's development regulations. This process shall assure that such facilities are located where necessary and that they are conditioned as appropriate to mitigate their impacts on the community. 4 ent a lic c' i ae a ilitie that . e c • i cu t • • lu • _ • ut •• li it d • r• • • ca • 1 t • t esucat ci 'e •1'• • acil.tie d tat • r re•1.n. tran • • . t • • c •f c udi wa to tatd •• • c' 't'e i .at.ent a i to a • u. t. ce abuse facilities. mental health facilities. and regional utilities. Transportation Corridors/Pacific Highway Corridor (page 93, 96) 8.2.1 Mitigate transportation impacts associated with regional travel by the use of extensive amenities, transit service, and appropriate siting and design of new uses, including the highway itself. z �w J U 0O, w= J I_: CO IL.; w 0' u- ¢. = F-- W _, z� F- 0 zi— Lu 0 CI I' LIJ = V' z: OF'' z F.2.4 Locate transit facilities, potentially including a rail station, within the SR 518/Pacific Highway vicinity in order to develop a multimodal transfer are for buses, automobiles, pedestrians, and rail. 8.2.17 Create a pedestrian- oriented Neighborhood Commercial Center as a focal area along Pacific Highway South; create a Regional Commercial area south of the Neighborhood Commercial Center and create opportunities for either commercial or industrial uses at the north end of the corridor. Transportation Corridors/Interurban Avenue South Corridor (page 98) 8.3.6 Develop preferred station sites and rail alignment through the Interurban corridor that maximize service and access to regional services and minimize visual impacts along its entire route. Transportation (page 154) 13.4.5 Recommend and pursue a multimodal center for transit, c arpooling, park 'n'ride, bus, bicycle, commuter rail, and furutre regional/rapid rail. 13.4.7 Continue to support, participate in, and encourage the development and implementation of regional/rapid rail with service to the Tukwila Urban Center, and other emerging efficient-capacity technologies that will serve people traveling to, from, and iwthin Tukwila. Relevant Zoning Code Regulations: If the City Council decides to hear these proposed amendments, specific language will be provided for complete and proper implmentation of Comprehensive Plan changes. Areas of change include the following: a) Remove mention of existing and potential regional transit- related uses (i.e. "bus stations ", "railroad tracks ", "monorails, peoplemovers, and other mass transit systems such as park and ride lots ") from permitted and conditional use categories throughout the Zoning Code. Remove mention of "Regional Transit Center" from the unclassified use category. Fold all these uses into the "Essential Public Facilities" category; b) Revise the existing definition of Essential Public Facilities (TMC 18.06.270) to include a list of uses, rather than methods of service delivery; c) Add additional review criteria to the Zoning Code to supplement the Unclassified Use Criteria (TMC 18.66.060) for use in considering the siting and permitting of Essential Public Facilities. Relevant Functional Plans: z re :mow:. 6 U O • w. J 0 LL w O ga u.¢. I- _,. • z _ o` z ww. o, ON. u. w w. u i co z This proposal is not expected to have any effect on existing functional plans since provisions for Essential Public Facilities are already included in these plans. II.D. IMPACT OF PROPOSED CHANGES ON CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN This proposal will not require changes to Tukwila's Capital Imporvements Plan. II.E. DEFICIENCIES IN EXISTING PLAN /CODE RESOLVED BY THE PROPOSAL Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code Deficiencies: The Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code fail to adequately define Essential Public Facilities, and do not specifically include regional transportation system- related uses as Essential Public Facilities, despite their potentially significant impact on Tukwila and the region. The Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code define Essential Public Facilities according to the means by which they provide services to the populace. Neither the Comprehensive Plan nor Zoning Code lists or gives examples of typical Essential Public Facilities. No direct reference is made to possible regional transportation system uses as Essential Public Facilities. Comprehensive Plan Deficiencies Resolved by the Proposal: The proposed changes: 1) clarify the definition of Essential Public Facilities by providing a list of typical facilities; and 2) acknowledge the potentially large impact of these uses by adding "Supplemental Essential Public Facilities Review Criteria" to the Zoning Code in addition to the existing "Unclassified Use Review Criteria." For specific wording, refer to II.0 above, Policies 15.2.1, 15.2.3, and proposed Policy 15.2.4. Zoning Code Deficiencies: Rather than consolidating regional transportation system uses as Essential Public Facilities, the Zoning Code scatters bus stations, railroad tracks, transit centers, monorails, people movers etc. throughout different districts as permitted, conditional and unclassified uses. This greatly limits the City's flexibility in evaluating the impacts of these and similar uses, and in siting them. The Zoning Code allows Essential Public Facilities as Unclassified Uses in several zones. They can be sited using the standard Unclassified Use process. Given the potential large impact of Essential Public Facilities on Tukwila and the region, the existing Unclassified Use criteria allow insufficient analysis, provision for mitigation and flexibility/control in siting. Zoning Code Deficiencies Addressed by Amendment: The Zoning Code currently includes uses which could be considered RTA- related in many different zones as permitted, conditional and unclassified uses as follows. We propose removing "bus stations" and "railroad tracks" from the permitted use category, removing "monorails, , tov.rsn.� ',!ma,ua..r...r: - ratm,t` ;+MO!?mrx z w 6 U: UO U` ffiw wr CO IL, w 0 co J w z � zo uj V O. N, o F- w w. • V, LL 1; ..z w H=' 0E— z People movers and other mass - transit systems such as park and ride lots" from the conditional use category, and including them as ``Essential Public Facilities" in the unclassified use category. "Regional Transit Centers ", currently a separate unclassified use, would be merged into the "Essential Public Facilities" category, and reviewed as an unclassified use using the proposed supplemental review criteria. ZONING DISTRICTS WITH SPECIFIC PERMITTED USES Bus Stations Neighborhood Commercial Center (NCC) Regional Commercial (RC) Regional Commercial Mixed Use (RCM) Tukwila Urban Center (TUC) Commercial/Light Industrial (C /LI) Light Industrial (LI) Heavy Industrial (HI) Manufacturing/Industrial Center - -Light ( MIC/L) Manufacturing/Industrial Center-- Heavy(MIC/H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) Railroad Tracks, (including lead, spur, loading or storage) Tukwila Urban Center (TUC) Commercial/Light Industrial (C /LI) Light Industrial Heavy Industrial (HI) Manufacturing/Industrial Center - -Light (MIC/L) Manufacturing/Industrial Center -- Heavy(MIC/H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) ZONING DISTRICTS WITH SPECIFIC CONDITIONAL USES Monorails, people movers, and other mass transit systems such as park and ride lots Mixed Use Office (MUO) Office (0) Neighborhood Commercial Center (NCC) Regional Commercial Center (NCC) Regional Commercial Mixed Use IRCM) Tukwila Urban Center (TUC) Commercial /Light Industrial (C /LI) Light Industrial (LI) Heavy Industrial (HI) • Manufacturing/Industrial Center - -Light (MIC /L) Manufacturing /Industrial Center -- Heavy(MIC/H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) ZONING DISTRICTS WITH PERMIT SPECIFIC UNCLASSIFIED USES Regional Transit Centers Mixed Use Office (MUO) Office (0) Neighborhood Commercial Center (NCC) Regional Commercial (RC) Regional Commercial Mixed Use (RCM) Tukwila Urban Center (TUC) Commercial/Light Indusrial (C/LI) Light Industrial (LI) Heavy Industrial (HI) Manufacturing/Industrial Center - -Light (MIC/L) Manufacturing /Industrial Center -- Heavy(MIC/H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) Essential Public Facilities, except those specifically listed as a permitted, conditionally permitted or unclassified use in any of the districts established by this title Regional Commercial (RC) Regional Commercial Mixed Use (RCM) Tukwila Urban Center (TUC) Commer cial/Light Industrial (C/LI) Light Industrial (LI) Heavy Industrial (HI) Manufacturing/Industrial Center - -Light (MIC/L) Manufacturing /Industrial Center -- Heavy(MIC /H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) •U. "•P• t• WT • U. • ul The proposal makes it easier to comply with the Growth Management Act by including a list of typical Essential Public Facilities taken from RCW 36.70A.200 Siting of Essential Public Facilities. Consolidating these uses (including those pertaining to to regional transportation) into the Unclassified Use category will make it easier to evaluate their impacts with uniform criteria, helping to minimize problems in the siting process. JIG OTHER ISSUES PRESENTED BY THE PROPOSED CHANGE: • oning Code., JI,H ALTERNATIVES TO PROPOSED CHANGE: Tukwila could take no action, leaving the types of uses considered as Essential Public Facilities open to debate, and sited in a very wide range of zones. Tukwila could add even further requirements for siting Essential Public Facilities which might make it more difficult to site such facilities. III. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN /ZONING CODE AMENDMENT CRITERIA: 1. The proposed change retains existing policies for Essential Public Facilities with minor revisions to: a) add a policy which lists Essential Public Facilities by type, including regional transportation - related projects (Proposed policy 15.2.4); and b) add supplemental Essential Public Facilities Review Criteria to the development regulations (zoning code). This is justified in order to clarify which facilities are considered to be Essential Public Facilities, and to .articulate criteria to evaluate their siting and mitigation thoroughly and carefully. 2. The aim of the proposed amendment is to clarify the types of facilities which should be considered Essential Public Facilities, and provide a clearer process to determine and mitigate their impacts and make siting decisions. This is a non - project action; impacts could be felt throughout Tukwila where zoning permits siting of Essential Public Facilities. 3. Please see II. E above. 4. The proposal makes it easier to comply with the Growth Management Act by including a list of typical Essential Public Facilities taken from RCW 36.70A.200 Siting of Essential Public Facilities. Consolidating these uses (including those pertaining to regional transportation) into the Unclassified Use category will make it easier to evaluate their impacts with uniform criteria, helping to minimize problems in the siting process. 5.Section VIII Siting Public Capital Facilities of a Countywide or Statewide Nature supports the need for cities and the County to develop a process for siting public capital facilities of a Coutntywide of statewide nature. This is laid out in FW -32, and S -1, pp. 42 and 43 of the King County Growth Managementment Planning Council's Countywide Planning Policies. 6. No changes should be required to any functional plans. 7. At this time, no capital improvements are anticipated as a result of the proposed Comprehensive Plan changes. 8. We anticipate changes will be needed to the Zoning Code to implement the Comprehensive Plan amendment. They are likely to include the following: a) Remove mention of existing and potential regional transit- related uses (i.e. "bus stations ", "railroad tracks ", "monorails, peoplemovers, and other mass transit systems such as park and ride lots ") from permitted and conditional use categories throughout the Zoning Code. Remove mention of "Regional Transit Center" from the unclassified use category. Combine all these uses into the "Essential Public Facilities" category. w Refer to 1I. E Zoning Code Deficiencies Addressed by Amendment above for a complete listing of rm. specific transportation- related uses to be taken from the "permitted" and "conditional" use grouping v p and grouped as "unclassified uses" as "Essential Public Facilities." co 0 mow. w =. J1-- b) Revise the existing definition of Essential Public Facilities (TMC 18.06.270) to include a list of N w uses, rather than methods of service delivery; w o' g J We propose adding the following to the definition, per proposed Comprehensive Plan policy w 15.2.2 (A): I w. ? "Essential public facilities are facilities that are typically dificult to site, including but not limited z O to, airports, state education facilities and state or regional transportation facilities including w w` Regional Transit Authority facilities, state and local correctional facilities, solid waste handling o. facilities, in- patient facilities including substance abuse facilities, mental health facilities, and o N` group homes, and utilities. ° w iw c) Add additional review criteria to the Zoning Code to supplement the Unclassified Use Criteria o (TMC 18.66.060) for use in considering the siting and permitting of Essential Public Facilities. LLi z H H 18.66.061 Supplemental Essential Public Facilities Review Criteria o The Planning Commission and the City Council shall be guided by the following criteria in addition to 18.66.060 above in granting an unclassified use permit for Essential Public Facilities: a. Whether there is a public need for the facility. b. The impact of the facility on the surrounding uses and environment, the City and the region. c. Whether the design or operation of the facility can be conditioned, or the impacts mitigated, in a similar manner as with a tradtional private development, to make the facility compatible with the affected area and the environment. d. Whether an analysis has determined if the financial impact upon the City of tukwila can be reduced or avoided by intergovernmental agreeement; e. Whether a package of incentives can be developed that would make siting the facility within the community more acceptable. f. Whether the factors that make the facility difficult to site can be modified to increase the range of available sites or to minimize impacts on affected areas and the environment. g. Whether the proposed essential public facility is consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan. li. Compliance with any applicable state siting and permitting requirements (e.g., hazardous waste facilities). m ,'• a: _a.: . +':' ti. �tiA.: e�_'..... uir' :3'. ?�ia'l. "..:iii[��:t""i•[.ti� "." ,4_i.,U�4iu5c':R.ga li :`i2'Silii�SlG?Ef.D'f:�S%�NO,:� ..^.IAY.tiN:V.3h ?S��rI Y.'_:�..':Yb".e:: l'�4�a � 414!?aL'��Sui1t` Itt'aYi'4�sYU'J�•i u•Ytd `sue"" • '-"'*5�"��°�'�1�� a�i• _ �uar.ilttl+is�iYSwY.%.uluMM. CITY tJF TUKWILA Department of Community Development 6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 Telephone: (206) 431 -3670 (P -CPA) (P -R) Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code Amendment Application -FOR'STAFF,USEONLY Planne File`Numt ecelpt Numbe Pro iectFile pplicatIon complete (Date SEPA File 0 :Application`Incomplete`(Date: I. PROJECT /PROPOSAL BACKGROUND A. NAME OF PROJECT /PROPOSAL: E fJ e, 74).4 /0a k,/, For ci /i fies B. LOCATION OF PROJECT /DEVELOPMENT: A/ 0,9 - /3') e G!� CIA a .-e. yL r STREET ADDRESS: ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Quarter: Section: Township: Range: (This information may be found on your tax statement) C. CONTACT: (Primary contact regarding the application, and to whom all notices and reports shall be sent) NAME: Rebecca._ T ADDRESS: eft), vF /.c /d-ei9 -/gent 06 Oet/e PHONE: 93/- 36 63 �J SIGNATURE: yeaecc„ 7 X DATE: /2/2-6 1/6 • z < • W re p, 6 -J O 0. 0 1.11 =. • LL WO g a. =a W Z I— O Z F—. W u 2p O N. D H W• uj LI O. •Z' W H _; z D.. PROPERTY OWNER DECLARATION The undersigned makes the following statements based upon personal knowledge: • I am the current owner of the property which is the subject of this application. All statements contained in the application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. • The application is being submitted with my knowledge and consent. I • understand that conditions of approval, which the City and applicant have jointly agreed may not be completed prior to final approval of the construction (e.g., final building permit • . approval) will be incorporated into an agreement to be executed and recorded against the property prior to issuance of any construction permits. declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington and the United States of America that the foregoing statement is true and correct. EXECUTED at (city), ,199 (state), on (Print Name) (Address) (Phone Number) (Signature) Use additional sheets as needed for all property owner signatures. z mow:: oo w w: U) U. 0: J _ � w: z . I-- o; z al CU: o' iR CO, 'w w` H U LL I- U u) 0 z E. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION: EXISTING: N/4 PROPOSED: F. ZONING DESIGNATION: EXISTING: /VA PROPOSED: 3/96 G. LAND USE(S): EXISTING: N/A PROPOSED: (for proposed changes in land use designations or rezones) H. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: (attach additional sheets if necessary) fc.e i9 c�� e �l I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SURROUNDING LAND USES: Describe the existing uses located within 1,000 feet in all directions from the property or area for which a change is proposed. /(/o .r�ec %�c J>'/`� -� ho,i , ' ,,ccf a C75 g, II. IMPACTS OF PROPOSED CHANGE A. IMPACT(S) OF PROPOSED CHANGE ON SURROUNDING PROPERTIES: Describe potential adverse impacts of the proposed change on surrounding geographic area, such as affects on land use designations and zoning of surrounding properties, adjacent natural features or systems, or public utilities or streets. (A summary of impacts addressed in SEPA checklist is acceptable.) Attach separate sheet(s) with response. B. NON - CONFORMING USES CREATED: Describe any existing uses that are likely to become non - conforming underihe proposed land use /zoning designation. r e //A-a, e/ • C. IMPACT(S) OF PROPOSED CHANGE ON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES, ZONING REGULATIONS AND CITY'S 3 z w try. J U. 000 co w= J I N L1 w0 2 LL Q. co =a �_ z1._ o: z I- 11.1 uj 0 -. 01— = U, LL 0 0 2 z FUNCTIONAL PLANS: Identify f - '4cific Comprehensive Plan policies and fr= ?ing regulations and how your proposal affects them. Identie, any functional plans affected by the props, ,,aI (e.g. Storm and Surface Water Plan, Shoreline Master Program, Parks and Open Space Plan) and what changes would be required in those plans if the proposed amendment were approved. Attach separate sheet(s) with response. D. IMPACT(S) OF PROPOSED CHANGE ON CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN: Describe any capital improvements that would be needed to support the proposed amendment, and what changes would be required in the City's Capital Improvements Plan. Attach separate sheet(s) with response. E. DEFICIENCIES IN EXISTING PLAN/CODE RESOLVED BY THE PROPOSAL: Explain why the current Comprehensive Plan or Zoning Code is deficient or why it should not continue. Be specific; cite policy numbers and code sections that apply. Attach separate sheet(s) with response. F. COMPLIANCE OF THE PROPOSAL WITH GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT: Describe how the proposed change complies with and promotes the goals and specific requirements of the Growth Management Act. Attach separate sheet(s) with response. G. OTHER ISSUES PRESENTED BY THE PROPOSED CHANGE: Describe any other issues that are important to consider in the proposal, such as other changes in City codes that would be required, other City - adopted plans affected, environmental or economic issues. (Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary). See /ff.- -flea H. ALTERNATIVES TO PROPOSED CHANGE: (A summary of altematives addressed in the project's SEPA checklist is acceptable.) Attach separate sheet(s) with response. III. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN/ZONING CODE AMENDMENT CRITERIA The burden of proof in demonstrating that a change to the Comprehensive Plan or Zoning Code is warranted lies solely upon the proponent. The greater the degree of change proposed, the greater will be the burden of showing that the change is justified. The Planning Commission and the City Council will review your proposal using the criteria listed below. It is essential that you describe in a clear and precise manner why the amendment request should be approved. Attach additional sheet(s) with your responses to each criterion. You may submit other documentation in support of your proposal. A. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT CRITERIA: Demonstrate how each of the following circumstances justifies a re- designation of your property or a change in existing Plan policies: 1. A detailed statement of what is proposed and why; 2. A statement of the anticipated impacts of the change, including the geographic area affected and the issues presented by the proposed change; 3. An explanation of why the current comprehensive plan or development regulations are deficient or should not continue in effect; 4. A statement of how the proposed amendment complies with and promotes the goals and specific requirements of the Growth Management Act; 5. A statement of how the proposed amendment complies with applicable Countywide Planning Policies; 4 6. A statement of t changes, if any, would be required i'ymctional plans (i.e., the City's water, se...;r, storm water or shoreline plans) if tft, , iroposed amendment is adopted; 7. A statement of what capital improvements, if any, would be needed to support the proposed change, and how the proposed change will affect the capital facilities plans of the City; and 8. A statement of what other changes, if any, are required in other City codes, plans or regulations to implement the proposed change. . ZONING AMENDMENT CRITERIA: Demonstrate how each of the each following circumstances justifies a rezone of your property or a change in the existing Zoning Code: 1. The use or change in zoning requested shall be in conformity with the adopted Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan, the provisions of this title, and the public interest; • 2. The use or change in zoning requested in the zoning map or this title for the establishment of commercial, industrial, or residential use shall be supported by an architectural site plan showing the proposed development and its relationship to surrounding areas as set forth in the application form. 5 1•A:Y:Xi2.i•4i: `3h'STi;.:�� 9Jir'fL':.L"1i33:: �pn�sY'a': ^Aid ilii .4:a<'I,SYIilY+�1'''t�.%:�w.. • .4 .fik "=— :5+r"4w•` •."..+^:. ti.; `�l.`_.'�`i.Y:tiiid••..,.��': t3'c•v�L+;.E.i'H�. -•:�v •z • w. • • oC 2; JU. UO• • ` o U) With • • W =; J F-• • LL; 'W o' J w ai • in d • • zo W W `• U ,W W H V` W H: Oi tl Z;; CO O z Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Code Amendment Application Essential Public Facilities I.H. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: The Growth Management Act requires that every comprehensive plan include a process for siting Essential Public Facilities. No comprehensive plan can preclude the siting of Essential Public Facilities within the community. The Growth Management Act includes these provisions because siting certain public facilities has become difficult due to the impacts many of these facilities have on the adjacent community. Tukwila desires to clarify the Essential Public Facilities siting process through these amendments. Comprehensive Plan: The Comprehensive Plan Amendment would: 1) Add a list of typical Essential Public Facilities, including a full range of regional transportation - related uses, to clarify the existing definition of Essential Public Facilities; and 2) specify a Supplemental Essential Public Facilities Review process in the Comprehensive Plan. Zoning Code: The Zoning Code Amendment would: 1) include regional transportation - related uses as Essential Public Facilities in the Zoning Code; 2) modify the Zoning Code to consolidate all Essential Public Facilities (including regional transportation- related uses) as unclassified uses; and 3) include additional review criteria to the Zoning Code to supplement the Unclassified Use Criteria (TMC 18.66.060) for use in considering siting and permitting Essential Public Facilities. II. A. IMPACTS OF PROPOSED CHANGE ON SURROUNDING PROPERTIES: No adverse impacts are expected since Essential Public Facilities are already addressed in the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Codes, and should, therefore, be compatible with other uses in the areas for which they are proposed. The proposed amendments clarify the uses which can be considered as Essential Public Facilities and the criteria to be used when their siting is under consideration. II. B. NON - CONFORMING USES CREATED: The proposed amendments will create no new non - conforming uses. z z• u@0: U0• U w.. Ill= J l- W w0;. Q,, d =w Z �. Z o; ALI U in' N; ;o ui U z, ui =` :0 f... z II.C. IMPACTS OF PROPOSED CHANGE ON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES, ZONING REGULATIONS AND CITY'S FUNCTIONAL PLANS: Relevant Comprehensive Plan Policies: The following policies are relevant to Essential Public Facilities. All proposed additional language is underlined; no deletions are proposed. Roles and Responsibilities (page 172) 15.2.1. In reviewing proposals to site new or expanded essential public facilities within the City, Tukwila shall consider accepting its regional share of facilities which provide essential services, provided other communities accept their share as well; 2), providing a financial analysis is performed to determine if the impact upon the City of Tukwila can be reduced or avoided; 3) the funding of regional facilities sited in Tukwila relies on an equitable regional source of funding; 4) provided the siting of all essential public facilities is consistent with the City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan; 5) the environmental imact analysis identifies the alternative with the least impact on Tukwila and its residents ; and 5) is developed through working relationships with affected neighborhoods, special purpose districts, ports and other agencies which serve the Tukwila community. 15.2.2. "Essential public services" are facilities which provide basic public services, provided in one of the following manners: 1) directly by a government agency: 2? by a private entity substantially funded or contracted for by a government agency :3) or provided by a private entity subject to public service obligations (i.e. private utility companies which have a franchise or other legal obligation to provide service within a designated service areas). 15.2.3. Applications for essential public facilities will be processed through the unclassified use permit process and supplemental essential public facilities review criteria established in the City's development regulations. This process shall assure that such facilities are located where necessary and that they are conditioned as appropriate to mitigate their impacts on the community. 15.2.4. Essential public facilities are facilities that are typically difficult to site, including, but not limited to, airports. state education facilities and state or regional transportation facilities. state and local correctional facilities, solid waste handling facilities, in- patient facilities including substance abuse facilities, mental health facilities. and regional utilities. Transportation Corridors /Pacific Highway Corridor (page 93, 96) 8.2.1 Mitigate transportation impacts associated with regional travel by the use of extensive amenities, transit service, and appropriate siting and design of new uses, including the highway itself. ....w. a�.1lF41;1 i5'i %iaS:4A+n% •.t;erpab:.u;�{,yp,; z w re 6 00 w0 J= w 0, J u-Q! co d ▪ 11.1 dr- 1-0. Z f- -. M • o O N' 0 1-`. w w' Z . z, N, z 8.2.4 Locate transit facilities, potentially including a rail station, within the SR 518/Pacific Highway vicinity in order to develop a multi -modal transfer area for buses, automobiles, pedestrians, and rail. 8.2.17 Create a pedestrian- oriented Neighborhood Commercial Center as a focal area along Pacific Highway South; create a Regional Commercial area south of the Neighborhood Commercial Center and create opportunities for either commercial or industrial uses at the north end of the corridor. Transportation Corridors /Interurban Avenue South Corridor (page 98) 8.3.6 Develop preferred station sites and rail alignment through the Interurban corridor that maximize service and access to regional services and minimize visual impacts along its entire route. Transportation (page 154) 13.4.5 Recommend and pursue a multi -modal center for transit, carpooling, park 'n'ride, bus, bicycle, commuter rail, and future regional /rapid rail. 13.4.7 Continue to support, participate in, and encourage the development and implementation of regional /rapid rail with service to the Tukwila Urban Center, and other emerging efficient- capacity technologies that will serve people traveling to, from, and within Tukwila. Relevant Zoning Code Regulations: If the City Council decides to hear these proposed amendments, specific language will be provided for complete and proper implementation of Comprehensive Plan changes. Areas of change include the following: a) Remove mention of existing and potential regional transit- related uses (i.e. "bus stations ", "railroad tracks ", "monorails, peoplemovers, and other mass transit systems such as park and ride lots ") from permitted and conditional use categories throughout the Zoning Code. Remove mention of "Regional Transit Center" from the unclassified use category. Fold all these uses into the "Essential Public Facilities" category; b) Revise the existing definition of Essential Public Facilities (TMC 18.06.270) to include a list of uses, rather than methods of service delivery; c) Add additional review criteria to the Zoning Code to supplement the Unclassified Use Criteria (TMC 18.66.060) for use in considering the siting and permitting of Essential Public Facilities. Relevant Functional Plans: cQQ 6D: U O. W =. J w o :. LQ =• a: F-. z� E- O Z !- U a: CO; W w, I HU LL w U z This proposal is not expected to have any effect on existing functional plans since provisions for Essential Public Facilities are already included in these plans. II.D. IMPACT OF PROPOSED CHANGES ON CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN This proposal will not require changes to Tukwila's Capital Improvements Plan. ILE. DEFICIENCIES IN EXISTING PLAN /CODE RESOLVED BY THE PROPOSAL Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code Deficiencies: The Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code fail to adequately define Essential Public Facilities, and do not specifically include regional transportation system - related uses as Essential Public Facilities, despite their potentially significant impact on Tukwila and the region. The Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code define Essential Public Facilities according to the means by which they provide services to the populace. Neither the Comprehensive Plan nor Zoning Code lists or gives examples of typical Essential Public Facilities. No direct reference is made to possible regional transportation system uses as Essential Public Facilities. Comprehensive Plan Deficiencies Resolved by the Proposal: The proposed changes: 1) clarify the definition of Essential Public Facilities by providing a list of typical facilities; and 2) acknowledge the potentially large impact of these uses by adding "Supplemental Essential Public Facilities Review Criteria" to the Zoning Code in addition to the existing "Unclassified Use Review Criteria." For specific wording, refer to II.0 above, Policies 15.2.1, 15.2.3, and proposed Policy 15.2.4. Zoning Code Deficiencies: Rather than consolidating regional transportation system uses as Essential Public Facilities, the Zoning Code currently scatters bus stations, railroad tracks, transit centers, monorails, people movers etc. throughout different districts as permitted, conditional and unclassified uses. This greatly limits the City's flexibility in evaluating the impacts of these and similar uses, and in siting them. The Zoning .Code allows Essential Public Facilities as Unclassified Uses in several zones. They can be sited using the standard Unclassified Use process. Given the potential large impact of Essential Public Facilities on Tukwila and the region, the existing Unclassified Use criteria allow insufficient analysis, provision for mitigation and flexibility /control in siting. Zoning Code Deficiencies Addressed by Amendment: The Zoning Code currently includes uses which could be considered RTA- related in many different zones as permitted, conditional and unclassified uses as follows. We propose removing z x z cc c1 _J U: oo .cnw. w =� J CO u-, w O; g Q. F. w; Z F_ HO Z 1-: w w:. fft U O' ww - V' - Z ui I- O� z "bus stations" and "railroad tracks" from the permitted use category, removing "monorails, people movers and other mass - transit systems such as park and ride lots" from the conditional use category, and including them as "Essential Public Facilities" in the unclassified use category. "Regional Transit Centers ", currently a separate unclassified use, would be merged into the "Essential Public Facilities" category, and reviewed as an unclassified use using the proposed supplemental review criteria. The following is taken from the Zoning Code: ZONING DISTRICTS WITH SPECIFIC PERMITTED USES RELEVANT TO ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FACILITIES Bus Stations: Neighborhood Commercial Center (NCC) Regional Commercial (RC) Regional Commercial Mixed Use (RCM) Tukwila Urban Center (TUC) Commercial /Light Industrial (C/LI) Light Industrial (LI) Heavy Industrial (HI) Manufacturing /Industrial Center - -Light (MIC /L) Manufacturing /Industrial Center -- Heavy(MIC /H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) Railroad Tracks, (including lead, spur, loading or storage): Tukwila Urban Center (TUC) Commercial/Light Industrial (C /LI) Light Industrial Heavy Industrial (HI) Manufacturing/Industrial Center - -Light (MIC/L) Manufacturing/Industrial Center -- Heavy(MIC /H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) ZONING DISTRICTS WITH SPECIFIC CONDITIONAL USES Monorails, people movers, and other mass transit systems such as park and ride lots: Mixed Use Office (MUO) Office (0) Neighborhood Commercial Center (NCC) Regional Commercial Center (NCC) Regional Commercial Mixed Use IRCM) Tukwila Urban Center (TUC) Commercial /Light Industrial (C /LI) •4:,1,544. .u.t i4e.+ . • .. �,. �� w b.. ...... 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Light Industrial (LI) Heavy Industrial (HI) Manufacturing /Industrial Center - -Light (MIC /L) Manufacturing /Industrial Center -- Heavy(MIC /H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) ZONING DISTRICTS WITH PERMIT SPECIFIC UNCLASSIFIED USES Regional Transit Centers: Mixed Use Office (MUO) Office (0) Neighborhood Commercial Center (NCC) Regional Commercial (RC) Regional Commercial Mixed Use (RCM) Tukwila Urban Center (TUC) Commercial /Light Indusrial (C /LI) Light Industrial (LI) Heavy Industrial (HI) Manufacturing /Industrial Center- -Light (MIC/L) Manufacturing/Industrial Center -- Heavy(MIC /H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) Airports, landing fields and heliports (except emergency sites): Commercial /Light Industrial (C /LI) District Light Industrial (LI) District Heavy Industrial (HI) Manufacturing /Industrial Center - -Light (MIC/L) Manufacturing /Industrial Center- -Heav, (MIC /H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) Essential Public Facilities, except those specifically listed as a permitted, conditionally permitted or unclassified use in any of the districts established by this title Regional Commercial (RC) Regional Commercial Mixed Use (RCM) Tukwila Urban Center (TUC) Commer cial /Light Industrial (C /LI) Light Industrial (LI) Heavy Industrial (HI) Manufacturing /Industrial Center- -Light (MIC /L) Manufacturing/Industrial Center-- Heavy(MIC/H) Tukwila Valley South (TVS) z i� re :'• • .J U; 00. co LU Z s w a (Dm; E-- w: _: z t--; z� al )O N'. ,w uJ 1-V< 0 wz: :U N O ce ` z • II.F COMPLIANCE OF THE PROPOSAL WITH GROWTH MANAGEMENT ACT: The proposal makes it easier to comply with the Growth Management Act by including a list of typical Essential Public Facilities taken from RCW 36.70A.200 Siting of Essential Public Facilities. Consolidating these uses (including those pertaining to regional transportation) into the Unclassified Use category will make it easier to evaluate their impacts with uniform criteria, helping to minimize problems in the siting process. II.G OTHER ISSUES PRESENTED BY THE PROPOSED CHANGE: Zoning Code: II.H ALTERNATIVES TO PROPOSED CHANGE: Tukwila could take no action, leaving the types of uses considered as Essential Public Facilities open to debate, and sited in a very wide range of zones. Tukwila could add even further requirements for siting Essential Public Facilities which might make it more difficult to site such facilities. III. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN /ZONING CODE AMENDMENT CRITERIA: 1. The proposed change retains existing policies for Essential Public Facilities with minor revisions to: a) add a policy which lists Essential Public Facilities by type, including regional transportation - related projects (Proposed policy 15.2.4); and b) add supplemental Essential Public Facilities Review Criteria to the development regulations (zoning code). This is justified in order to clarify which facilities are considered to be Essential Public Facilities, and to articulate criteria to evaluate their siting and mitigation thoroughly and carefully. 2. The aim of the proposed amendment is to clarify the types of facilities which should be considered Essential Public Facilities, and provide a clearer process to determine and mitigate their impacts and make siting decisions. This is a non- project action; impacts could be felt throughout Tukwila where zoning permits siting of Essential Public Facilities. 3. Please see II. E above. 4. The proposal makes it easier to comply with the Growth Management Act by including a list of typical Essential Public Facilities taken from RCW 36.70A.200 Siting of Essential Public Facilities. Consolidating these uses (including those pertaining to regional transportation) into the Unclassified Use category will make it easier to evaluate their impacts with uniform criteria, helping to minimize problems in the siting process. `,�'. '. � i, 1•'. .. .. 1. ... .,... .. .. ,.. .! : '. Ct". w.' tfiYu' C+ �Y?! A' A1tR: dY' V. S�awM .a...+ax.c..vma..Rx.mmr«.�.w. rnnv*.w . z mow` J U: U 0; coo; cn w w I: H w 0! u- Q, ▪ w z H. 0:. Z I- ILI 'Li Uc ON'. • uj` HU Z' 0 (. 0 ,` z 5. Section VIII Siting Public Capital Facilities of a Countywide or Statewide Nature supports the need for cities and the County to develop a process for siting public capital facilities of a Countywide or statewide nature. This is laid out in FW -32, and S -1, pp. 42 and 43 of the King County Growth Management Planning Council's Countywide Planning Policies. 6. No changes should be required to any functional plans. 7. At this time, no capital improvements are anticipated as a result of the proposed Comprehensive Plan changes. 8. We anticipate changes will be needed to the Zoning Code to implement the Comprehensive Plan amendment. They are likely to include the following: a) Remove mention of existing and potential regional transit - related uses (i.e. "bus stations ", "railroad tracks ", "monorails, peoplemovers, and other mass transit systems such as park and ride lots ") from permitted and conditional use categories throughout the Zoning Code. Remove mention of "Regional Transit Center" and "air port" as separate uses in the unclassified use category. Combine all these uses into the "Essential Public Facilities" category. Refer to II. E Zoning Code Deficiencies Addressed by Amendment above for a complete listing of specific transportation- related uses to be taken from the "permitted" and "conditional" use grouping and grouped in "Unclassified Uses" as "Essential Public Facilities." b) Revise the existing definition of Essential Public Facilities (TMC 18.06.270) to include a list of uses, rather than methods of service delivery; We propose adding the following to the definition, per proposed Comprehensive Plan policy 15.2.2 (A): "Essential public facilities are facilities that are typically dificult to site, including but not limited to, airports, state education facilities and state or regional transportation facilities including Regional Transit Authority facilities, state and local correctional facilities, solid waste handling facilities, in- patient facilities including substance abuse facilities, mental health facilities, and regional utilities. c) Add additional review criteria to the Zoning Code to supplement the Unclassified Use Criteria (TMC 18.66.060) for use in considering the siting and permitting of Essential Public Facilities. 18.66.061 Supplemental Essential Public Facilities Review Criteria The Planning Commission and the City Council shall be guided by the following criteria in addition to 18.66.060 above in granting an unclassified use permit for Essential Public Facilities: a. Whether there is a public need for the facility. b. The impact of the facility on the surrounding uses and environment, the City and the region. c. Whether the design or operation of the facility can be conditioned, or the impacts mitigated, in a similar manner as with a traditional private development, to make the facility compatible with the affected area and the environment. d. Whether an analysis has determined if the financial impact upon the City of Tukwila can be reduced or avoided by intergovernmental agreement. e. Whether a package of incentives can be developed that would make siting the facility within the community more acceptable. f. Whether the factors that make the facility difficult to site can be modified to increase the range of available sites or to minimize impacts on affected areas and the environment. g. Whether the proposed essential public facility is consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan. h. Compliance with any applicable state siting and permitting requirements (e.g., hazardous waste facilities). •