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DEMONSTRATION
PROGRAM FOR
INNOVATIVE MIXED
USE
CITY OF TUKWILA
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNI:FICANCE (DNS)
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL:
ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS FOR A DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM
CREATE A NEW CHAPTER IN THE CODE_, ESTABLISH ELIGI'FJ
ILIT Y, PURPOSE, DECISION CRII"1ERTA "AND TYPES OF ST
ANDARDS THAT MAY BE WAIVED
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The City ,has determ i ried that: -- the proposaldoes not have a p'robab 1e .
significant adverse i mpact, on the; env i ronment.. _ An environmental. '.
impact statement ( EIS) is not, requiredurider RCW 43.21c.030(2) (c).',
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9 �.�� - - , ;day
2001.
Steve Lancaster.,Responsible Official
City of Tukwila;',—(„206)'431-3670'
6300 Southcenter Boulevard
Tukwila, WA 98188''
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Memorandum
To: Steve Lancaster
From: Moira Carr Bradshaw
Date: October 31, 2001
Subject: SEPA Determination File No. E01 -022: Demonstration Program
Project Description:
Legislative Nonproject Action to amend the Tukwila Zoning Code to create a new
chapter entitled "Demonstration Program." More specifically, the draft amendments are
to:
1 Create a "Demonstration Program" Chapter (18.58 TMC) that provides a purpose,
scope and authority for projects to be reviewed under the "Demonstration Program,"
and to specify the authority for and criteria to be followed on waivers from Code
standards.
2. Include in the Program the following elements:
• Location within the TIB urban renewal area;
• Minimum site size of three quarters of an acre;
• A maximum of three completed projects and then preparation and evaluation of
results from the program;
• Allow all zoning code chapters listed above to be included in the "Demonstration
Program;" and
• Use defined criteria for approval, denying or conditioning a project in the
Demonstration Program.
3. Amend Permit Application Types and Procedures Chapter (18.104 TMC) to add
"Demonstration Program" to the Type 4 Table for projects with no requested height
waivers & Type 5 Table for projects with requests for height waivers.
Agencies with Jurisdiction:
City of Tukwila
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Required Permits /Approvals:
Planning Commission Recommendation
City Council Ordinance
Recommendation:
Determination of Non - Significance
Attachment:
SEPA Checklist
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STATE ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Zoning Code Regulations for a Demonstration Program for innovative
projects.
2. Name of Applicant:
City of Tukwila
6200 Southcenter BL
Tukwila, WA 98188
3. Date checklist prepared:
November 1, 2001
4. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Tukwila
5. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Planning Commission and City Council Review in fall 2001
6. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion,
or further activity related to or connected with this
proposal? If yes, explain.
This is a "demonstration " program that is proposed to be evaluated
after the completion of a sample number of projects. The evaluation
may result in future code amendments.
7. List any environmental information you know about
that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly
related to this proposal.
An Environmental Impact Statement was prepared for the 1995
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code
8. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental
approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by
your proposal? If yes, explain.
No other application is known to be pending that would be affected by this proposal.
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9. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your
proposal.
Planning Commission Recommendation and City Council Ordinance
amending the Zoning Code.
10. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the
proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are several
questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects
of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page.
Amend the Zoning Code to make the following changes:
Create a "Demonstration Program" Chapter (18.58 TMC) that provides a purpose, scope and
authority for projects to be reviewed under the "Demonstration Program, " and to specify the
authority for and criteria to be followed on waivers from Code standards.
Include in the Program the following elements:
• Location within the Tukwila International BL. urban renewal area;
• Minimum site size of three quarters of an acre;
• A maximum of three completed projects and then preparation and evaluation of results
from the program;
• Allow all zoning code chapters listed above to be included in the "Demonstration
Program; " and
• Use of criteria for approval, denying or conditioning a project in the Demonstration
Program.
Criteria
Provides innovative design solutions
Compatible with the on -site or adjacent residential areas
Serves as a model for the redevelopment of low scale auto oriented
commercial areas into pedestrian oriented multi -use higher intensity areas
Expands the consumer market through jobs or housing that supports the retail
and commercial goods and services of the Tukwila International Boulevard
corridor.
Creates high quality sites and structures
Amend Permit Application Types and Procedures Chapter (18.104 TMC) to add
"Demonstration Program" to the Type 4 Table for projects with no requested height waivers
& Type 5 Table for projects with requests for height waivers.
11. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to
understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a
street address, if any, the tax lot number, and section, township, and
range. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range
or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan,
' vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you
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should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to
duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications
related to this checklist.
The program could be applied anywhere in the City; however, the
intent is for it to be used for mixed use commercial infill within the
City's urban renewal area.
12. Does the proposal lie within an area designated on the City's
Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan Map as environmentally
sensitive?
The intent is to apply the demonstration program in the City's urban
renewal area, which has an environmentally sensitive area. The
proposed zoning code amendment could potentially be used citywide,
which means that the amount of environmentally land affected is much
larger.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep
slopes, mountainous, other:
The proposal is a legislative code amendment whose purpose is to assist
in the redevelopment of the City's urban renewal area. The urban
renewal area is relatively flat. However, the legislators may wish to
expand the program to a larger area, where the topography is as varied
as the City.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal with neighborhood
wide or citywide implications.
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay,
sand, gravel, peat, and muck)? If you know the classification of
agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
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d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the
immediate vicinity? If so, describe.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or
grading proposed. Indicate source of fill.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use?
If so, generally describe.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
g.
About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces
after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the
earth, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (for
example, dust, automobile odors, and industrial wood smoke) during
construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally
describe and give approximate quantities if known.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal. No construction is
proposed at this time.
b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your
proposal? If so, generally describe.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to
air, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
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3. Water
a. Surface:
1. Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of
the site (including year -round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes,
ponds, and wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If
appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into.
This is a nonproject proposal so there is no specific development site.
The intent of the proposal is to assist /encourage the redevelopment of
the TIB urban renewal area. A watercourse is located within the urban
renewal area.
2. Will the project require any work over, in or adjacent to (within 200
feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach
available plans.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
3. Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed
in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area
of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions?
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities, if
known.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
5. Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year floodplain? If so, note
location on the site plan.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal with area and possibly
city wide implications.
6. Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to
surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated
volume of discharge.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
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b. Ground:
1. Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to
ground water? Give general description, purpose, and approximate
quantities, if known.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
2. Describe waste materials that will be discharged into the ground
from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic
sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals...
agricultural; etc). Describe the general size of the system, the
number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if
applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are
expected to serve:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
c. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1. Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of
collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where
will this water flow? Will this water flow? Will this water flow into
other waters? If so, describe.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so,
generally describe.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff
water impacts, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
4. Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
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Deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen,
other
Evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
Shrubs
Grass
Pasture
Crop or grain
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Wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup,
bulrush, skunk cabbage, other
Water plants: water lily, eelgrass,
milfoil, other
Other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to
preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds or animals that have been observed on or near the site
or are known to be on or near the site:
Birds:
Mammals
Hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other:
Deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
Fish
Other
Bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other:
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the
site.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will
be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe
whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc.
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Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe.
The nonproject proposal encourages the full use of the height and bulk
envelope, which could negatively affect the use of solar energy.
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of
this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy
impacts, if any:
The City administers the latest edition of the WA State energy code.
7. Environmental Health
a. Environmental health hazards
Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic
chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that
could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe.
This proposal does not alter the environmental health hazard risks.
1. Describe special emergency services that might be required.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
2. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health
hazards, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
b. Noise
1. What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project
(for example: traffic, equipment, and operation, other)?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
2. What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated
with the project on a short-term or long -term basis (for example:
traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise
would come from the site.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
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3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
This is a nonproject proposal with a potential impact on many
properties in one neighborhood and potentially city wide.
If the Council chooses to approve this demonstration program for the
TIB urban renewal area the use of the properties varies from single
family, multiple family, lodging, commercial retail to commercial
services.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
No site within the City has had an active agricultural program other
than a citywide pea patch or small home gardens.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal, there are many
properties potentially affected within many zoning districts.
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation
of the site?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
g.
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h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive"
area? If so, specify.
The application of this nonproject proposal will be on a neighborhood
wide and potentially city wide basis. As such, there will be
environmentally sensitive areas that could be affected.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the
completed project?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing
and projected land uses and plans, if any:
The proposal is to have a review process that includes posting and
mailed notice, a public hearing and a quasi-judicial decision by the City
Council for project approvals.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate
whether high, middle, or low- income housing?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate
whether high, middle, or low- income housing.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
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10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including
antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Design Review will be required of any projects being considered for the
Demonstration Program.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day
would it mainly occur?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project is a safety hazard or
interfere with views?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your
proposal?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
12. Recreation
a. What designed and informal recreational opportunities are in the
immediate vicinity?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
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b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so,
describe.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including
recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if
any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
13. Historic and Cultural Preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, National,
State, or Local preservation registers known to be on or next to the site?
If so, generally describe.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic,
archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next
to the site.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
14. Transportation
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe
proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
b. Is the site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the
approximate distance to the nearest transit stop?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How
many would the project eliminate?
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
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d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to
existing roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally
describe (indicate whether public or private).
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or
air transportation? If so, generally describe.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
f How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed
project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
15. Public Services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for
example: fire protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)?
If so, generally describe.
The objective of the program is redevelopment at densities described in
the zoning code. These densities have traditionally not been occurring.
The intent is to offer regulatory incentives that will encourage buildings
with greater floor area and or dwelling units. If the goal of the program
is achieved then there can be more need for emergency services.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public
services, if any.
None proposed.
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:
electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer,
septic system, other: Not applicable
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b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility
providing the service and the general construction activities on the site
or in the immediate vicinity that might be needed.
Not applicable as this is a nonproject proposal.
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I
understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature:
Date Submitted:
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NON - PROJECT PROPOSALS
(Do not use this sheet for project actions)
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list
of elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities
likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than
if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposals be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to
air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or
production of noise?
The proposal will not increase discharge to water as the stormwater standards will not
change. There is the potential that air emissions will be reduced. One of the goals of the
program is to develop neighborhoods that are more pedestrian oriented with services
that are within walking distance from homes and offices. Because there may be more
people, noise levels may increase. The City's noise ordinance, which sets noise levels,
will not change and will be enforced with or without this proposal. The proposal should
not affect the production, storage or release of toxic or hazardous substances.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
None considered.
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2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
No significant affect. The majority of the commercial land in the City is
developed and this project will primarily impact the redevelopment
options for land.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or
marine life are:
None proposed.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
The intent of the nonproject proposal is to encourage infill /redevelopment
at heights and densities that meet and potentially exceed the standards.
Development at higher densities is likely to cause less automobile trips
and create more energy efficient buildings.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural
resources are:
None proposed.
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas
or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection;
such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered
species habitats, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime
farmlands?
No significant impacts of environmentally sensitive areas or protected
areas are anticipated
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce
impacts are:
None proposed
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5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including
whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with
existing plans?
Land use is not expected to change however the intensity of land use
is expected to increase.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use
impacts are:
A type 4 and 5 land use review process is proposed. Any waivers from
standards must be reviewed and can be approved, approved with
conditions or denied.
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or
public service and utilities?
The proposal has the potential of increasing the demand for public
services such as bus services or van services as well as
emergency services.
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
None proposed.
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with Local, State, or
Federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment.
No conflicts are known.
F. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR ALL PROJECT AND NON PROJECT PROPOSALS
The objectives and the alternative means of reaching the objectives for a proposal will be helpful in
reviewing the foregoing items of the Environmental Checklist. This information provides a general
overall perspective of the proposed action in the context of the environmental information provided
and the submitted plans, documents, supportive information, studies, etc.
1. What are the objectives of the proposal?
The purpose of this demonstration program is to encourage redevelopment of the City's urban
renewal area in an innovative manner. The program would allow a limited number of projects
that demonstrate innovative design solutions using alternative development standards and
processes. The demonstration program would allow a limited number of projects that develop
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buildings and sites as envisioned and described in the Tukwila International Boulevard
Revitalization Plan and Design Manual and that may not be currently allowed under current
standards.
Projects could be evaluated to determine whether and to what extent each of the changes did
or can accomplish the goals and whether amendments should be made to the City of Tukwila
Zoning Code.
There are multiple goals of the program:
• A physical setting that identifies the NCC district as a unique community place;
• New buildings and business that meet the needs of as well as complement the surrounding
neighborhoods residents;
• Streets, utilities and public spaces that are safe and attractive to travelers on foot, bike, car
and bus;
• Perceived and actual personal and property safety levels that exceed levels experienced in
the "safest" areas of the region;
• Pedestrian oriented business that are located around the intersection of S. 144 St.;
• Sufficient households and employees within 1/2, 1 and 5 miles to support the
retail /commercial zoned areas in the corridor;
2. What are the alternative means of accomplishing these objectives?
In terms of redevelopment, there is a range of options.
The City could choose a traditional public spending program. It could spend its capital on
public infrastructure costs such as street and utility improvements and operations and services
to the area; dramatically change the physical public environment; develop and locate City
services in City buildings.
The City could choose to combine a capital spending program with its regulatory role by
creating unique standards that are distinct and beneficial to redevelopment.
A moderate approach would be to facilitate redevelopment through involvement in land
aggregation and site clean up in addition to public infrastructure improvements mentioned
above.
A more aggressive approach is to partner with developers by leasing space for public uses
and offer breaks in typical costs for public services either in taxes and/or fees.
3. Please compare the alternative means and indicate the preferred course of
action:
With the more "hands-off public infrastructure approach, there is less certainty of attracting
private redevelopment dollars.
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The alternatives can be described as direct versus indirect methods of redevelopment. The
indirect method is the more public approach of targeting public dollars into traditional public
improvements. Public project dollars are and remain separate from private project dollars.
A city's land use regulatory authority is a clear public function that it may choose to use to
support redevelopment. It can remain clear of the funding options available in redevelopment
techniques.
4. Does the proposal conflict with policies of the Tukwila Comprehensive Land
Use Policy Plan?
No the proposal does not conflict with the goals and policies of the City's Comprehensive
Plan.
5. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce the conflict(s) are:
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing in order to solicit testimony that may
identify conflicts and potential solutions regarding the proposed zoning code amendment for
the "Demonstration Program." In addition, projects reviewed under the Demonstration
Program will be required to undergo a public review process that will likely require posted
and mailed notices as well as formal opportunities for public input.
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