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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEPA E06-002 - CITY OF TUKWILA / COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - ZONING CODE AMENDMENTSCITY OF TUKWILA ZONING AMENDMENTS E06 -002 0 Cit y of Tukwila Department of Community Development / 6300 Southcenter BI, Suite 100 / Tukwila, WA 98188 / (206)431 -3670 DETERMINATION OF NON - SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) File Number: [06 -002 Applied: 01/09/2006 Issue Date: 01/10/2006 Status: ISSUED Applicant: CITY OF TUKWILA DCD Lead Agency: City of Tukwila Description of Proposal: Proposed amendments to the Zoning Code that would: 1) Add additional criteria and procedural clarity for rezone applications; 2) Clarify that interpretations may be requested (for a fee) by any person and that the Director's decision would be given substantial weight in an appeal; 3) Change the Design review approval standard from "clear demonstration of compliance" to "preponderance of evidence;" and 4) Remove the City Council from certain quasi - judicial approvals and appeals in favor of sending those items to the hearing examiner. Location of Proposal: Address: Parcel Number: Section/Township/Range: 6300 SOUTHCENTER BL TUKW 0003200005 The City has determined that the proposal does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21c.030(2) (c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request. This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2). Comments must be submitted by j /a' /0200 ip . The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date below. Steve Lancaster, Responsible Official City of Tukwila 6300 Southcenter Blvd Tukwila, WA 98188 (206)431 -3670 3(10-two/Ai 10� 2<60, Date Any appeal shall be linked to a specific governmental action. The State Ehvironrnental Policy Act -is not intended td create a cause-of action unrelated to a specific governrrtentai :action. Appeals of environmental `determinations ShaII be Commenced within the time period to appeal the governmental action that is subject to environmental review. (RCW 43.21C.075) Dept. Of Community Development City of Tukwila AFFIDAVIT OF DISTRIBUTION I , )Sawt_. __(-0,kiREBY DECLARE THAT: • Notice .of Public Hearing Determination "-••‘- , . • ;: Notice of Public Meeting Board of Adjustment Agenda Pkt Determination-Of- Si gnif i cance:, .sooing Notice . Board of Appeals Agenda Pkt Planning Commission Agenda Pkt Short Subdivision Agenda Notice of Action Official Notice Notice of Application Shoreline Mgmt Permit Notice ofAppijcati�n f�r. .Sh�rel ine-;Mgnit Permit FAX To Seattle Times Classifieds Mail: Gail Muller Classifieds PO Box 70 - Seattle WA 98111 Other 1 Was mailed to each of the addresses listed on thist year 20 Project Name: Project Number: atoce S44A26i/iA__ D, 6-66GL Mailer's Signature: • , Person requesting mailing: /V6L 7( P:GINAWYNETTA/FORMS/AFFIDAVIT-MAIL 08/29/003:31 PM CHECKLIST: ENVIKUNM J IALACV rcr�io•. •... ••- FEDERAL AGENCIES ( ) U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS ( ) FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION ( ) DEPT OF FISH & WILDLIFE () U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY () U.S. DEPT OF H.U.D. () NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE WASHINGTON STATE AGENCIES ( ) OFFICE OF ARCHAEOLOGY ( ) TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT () DEPT NATURAL RESOURCES () OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR () DEPT OF COMM. TRADE & ECONOMIC DEV. 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AIR POLLUTION CLEAN AGENCY () SOUND TRANSIT () DUWAMISH RIVER CLEAN -UP COAUTION *SEND NOTICE OF ALL APPUCATIONS ON DUWAMISH RIVER () HIGHLINE TIMES ( ) CI.TUKWILA.WA.US.VWWV OLIC NOTICE MAILINGS FOR ADMITS SEPA MAILINGS Mail to: (comment period starts on date of mailing) Dept. of Ecology Environmental Review Section *Applicant *Other agencies as necessary (checked off on attached list) *Any parties of record * send only the staff report, site plan and the SEPA Determination KC Transit Division - SEPA Official would like to receive information about all projects that might affect transit demand Send These Documents to DOE: SEPA Determination (3 -part from Sierra) Findings (staff report, usu. with MDNS) SEPA Checklist (filled out by applicant) Drawings/Plans of project (site plan, elevations, etc. from PMT's) Affidavit of Distribution (notice was mailed or sent to newspaper) SHORELINE MAILINGS: Notice of Application for a Substantial Development Permit must be mailed to owners and to property owners within 500 feet of subject property, comments are due 30 days after the notice of application is mailed/posted. The notice of Application for Shoreline Substantial Development Permit must include a statement that any person desiring to submit written comments on the application or desiring to receive notification of the final decision on the application may do so within 30 days of the notice of application. If a hearing will be held on the application, the hearing notice must include the information that written comments may be submitted, or oral presentation made at the hearing. Shoreline Permit Notice of Decision: Mail to: (within 8 days of decision; 21 -day appeal period begins date received by DOE) Department of Ecology Shorelands Section State Attorney General *Applicant *Indian Tribes . *Other agencies as necessary (checked off on attached list). *Any parties of record send only the staff report, site plan and the SEPA Determination Send These Documents to DOE and Attornev General: Permit Data Sheet Shoreline Substantial Development Permit (3 -part from Sierra) Findings (staff report or memo) Shoreline Permit Application Form (filled out by applicant) Drawings/Plans of project (site plan, elevations, etc. from PMT's) - Site plan, with mean high water mark & improvements — Cross - sections of site with structures & shoreline Grading Plan Vicinity map SEPA determination (3 -part from Sierra) Findings (staff report or memo) SEPA Checklist (filled out by applicant) Any background studies related to impacts on shoreline Notice of Application Affidavit of Distribution (notice was mailed) P:W DMINISTRATIVE\FORMSICHICLIST.DOC • • Epic File No. E06 -002 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Amendments to the Tukwila Municipal Code. 2. Name of applicant: City of Tukwila DCD 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Nora Gierloff City of Tukwila DCD 6300 Southcenter Bl. Suite 100 Tukwila, WA 98188 4. Date checklist prepared: January 9, 2006 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Tukwila. 6. Proposed timing or schedule'(including phasing, if applicable): Planning Commission to hold a public hearing on January 26, 2006.. City Council to hold a public hearing on March 6, 2006. Adoption to follow. 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. No. 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. None. 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. Nora Gierloff Q:\ CODEAMND\ 2006Code_SEPA.doc Page 1 01/ 09/ 2006 • Page 1 • • ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST No applications are pending, and the amendments would affect land use procedures rather than specific development proposals. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal. The amendments are a non - project action that would affect land use procedures rather than specific development proposals. 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. Section E requires a complete description of the objectives and alternates of your proposal and should not be summarized here. Staff has grouped 4 proposed amendments to the Zoning Code that would: 1) Add additional criteria and procedural clarity for rezone applications; 2) Clarify that interpretations may be requested (for a fee) by any person and that the Director's decision would be given substantial weight in an appeal; 3) Change the Design review approval standard from "clear demonstration of compliance" to "preponderance of evidence;" and 4) Remove the City Council from certain quasi - judicial approvals and appeals in favor of sending those items to the hearing examiner. 12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. The code amendments would apply city -wide. 13. Does the proposal lie within an area designated on the City's Comprehensive Land Use Policy Plan Map as environmentally sensitive? These changes would affect the entire City, and none would directly affect sensitive areas. B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. Earth a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: These changes would affect the entire City. Page 2 • 1 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? These changes would affect the entire City. c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland. These changes would affect the entire City. _ d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. Non - project action. These changes would affect the entire City. e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. Non - project action. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. g. Non - project action. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Non - project action. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: Non - project action. These changes would not affect Tukwila's existing erosion control regulations. 2. Air a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate' quantities if known. Non - project action. b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. Non - project action. Page 3 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: These changes would affect the entire City. 3. Water a. Surface: 1) Is there any surface zvater body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year -round and seasonal streams, saltzvater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. These changes would affect the entire City. 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (zvithin 200. feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. Non - project action. 3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface zvater or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that zvould be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. Non - project action. 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities, if known. Non - project action. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. These changes would affect the entire City. Non - project action. 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of zvaste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. Non - project action. 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. Non - project action. Page 4 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST 2) Describe waste materials that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sezvage; 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. Non - project action. 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 zvater flow? Will this zvater flow into other waters? If so, describe. Non - project action. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface zvaters? If so, generally describe. Non - project action. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: Non - project action. 4. Plants a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Non - project action. c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. Page 5 deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other shrubs grass pasture crop or grain wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other water plants: water lily, eel grass, milfoil, other other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Non - project action. c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. Page 5 • • ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Non - project action. d. Proposed. landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: Non - project action. 5. Animals a. Circle any birds or animals zvhich have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site: Birds: . Mammals: Fish: Other: b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. Non - project action. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. Non - project action. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: Non - project action. 6. Energy and Natural Resources a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) zvill be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. Non - project action. b. Would your project affect the potential . use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe.. Non - project action. 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: Non - project action. These changes would not affect Tukwila's existing energy efficiency regulations. Page 6 • , ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST 7. Environmental Health • a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe. Non - project action. 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. None. 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: None needed. b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for . example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Non - project action. 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 zvhat hours noise would come from the site. The amendments are a non - project action that would affect land use procedures rather than specific development proposals. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Non - project action. 8. Land and Shoreline Use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Non - project action. b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. Non - project action. c. Describe any structures on the site. Non - project action. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Non - project action. Page 7 • • ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? Non - project action. f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? These changes would affect the entire City. g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Non - project action. h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. These changes would affect the entire City. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Non - project action. j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? None. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: None required. 1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: The amendments are a non - project action that would affect land use procedures rather than specific development proposals. 9. Housing a. Approximately hozv many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low- income housing? Non - project action, no units would be built. b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low - income housing. Non - project action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: Page 8 • • ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST The amendments are a non - project action that would affect land use procedures rather than specific development proposals. 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? Non - project action. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? Non - project action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: Non - project action. Tukwila's design review criteria would not be affected by these changes, though the standard of review for the Board of Architectural Review would be altered. 11. Light and Glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Non - project action. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? Non - project action. c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? Non - project action. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: None required. • 12. Recreation a. What designed and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? Non - project action. b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. No. Page 9 • . . ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: None required. 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. These changes would affect the entire City. b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. These changes would affect the entire City. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: These changes would affect the entire City, however the few registered places in Tukwila would be unaffected by these changes. 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. These changes would affect the entire City. b. Is the site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? These changes would affect the entire City. c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? Hozv many zvould the project eliminate? Non - project action. No changes are proposed to parking standards. d. Will the proposal require any nezv roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). The amendments are a non - project action that would affect land use procedures rather than specific development proposals. Tukwila's subdivision standards will not be affected. e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. Page 10 • ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST These changes would affect the entire City. f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. Non - project action. g• Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: No impacts expected. 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. No, existing uses and development patterns would not change. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. None expected. 16. Utilities a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, zvater, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other. These changes would affect the entire City. 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 which might be needed. Non - project action. 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: Page 11 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NON PROJECT ACTIONS (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 the elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result form the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than in the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms. 1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? The changes are procedural in nature and would not affect the types or locations of uses within the City. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish or marine life? No changes to Tukwila's environmental regulations are proposed. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish or marine life are: The amendments are a non - project action that would affect land use procedures rather than specific development proposals. 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? The changes would be unlikely to affect the consumption of natural resources. Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: 4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for government protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands? The changes would not change the substantive requirements for mitigation or preservation in sensitive areas. Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: 5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incomplatible with existing plans? Page 12 • • ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST The changes would not affect the types or locations of uses within the City, including the City's shorelines. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? The changes would not affect the types or locations of uses within the City, therefore no transportation or utility impacts are expected. Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. No such conflicts are anticipated. Page 13