HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning 2018-05-24 Item 4 - Tukwila South Overlay Residential Development Standards and Guidelines - Attachment F: Parking Space StandardsTHE WOLF CE MPHNY
Since 1949
May 16, 2018
Minnie Dhaliwal, Planning Supervisor
City of Tukwila
6300 Southcenter Bldvd., Suite 100
Tukwila, WA 98188
Dear Minnie:
ATTACHMENT F
Segale Properties LLC recently requested amendments to Title 18, Zoning Code of the
Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) to set standards for residential uses. The proposed
amendments are intended to adopt development standards and guidelines for residential
uses in the portion of the Tukwila South Overlay District (TSO) which immediately adjoins
land located in the City of SeaTac to the east of Interstate 5.
The current proposal includes adoption of the City of SeaTac's off-street parking
requirement for multifamily development (SeaTac Municipal Code 15.455.120), which
stipulates the following:
Unit Type
Required Off -Street Parking
Studio
1 parking stall
One -bedroom
1.5 parking stalls
Two-bedroom
2 parking stalls
Under the proposed off-street parking requirement, the 96 -unit development envisioned
on this parcel would provide a minimum of 156 parking stalls, which translates to a
minimum of 1.63 parking stalls per dwelling unit. A mix of surface stalls, carport stalls, and
detached garage stalls will be provided on site.
The proposed off-street parking requirement is appropriate for the surrounding
community and is consistent with the vision of the Tukwila South Master Plan. According to
the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan - 2015 Element 9: Tukwila South, "Tukwila South is
intended to be a multi-regional employment center containing technology, office,
commercial, and residential uses". The multi -use nature of the surrounding community
creates a condition in which residents will have employment, education, and entertainment
centers in the immediate vicinity of the project site.
The proximity to these attractions increases the likelihood that residents can and will walk,
bike, take public transit, or ride share. The project site is within half a mile walking distance
of the King County Metro bus stop located at the intersection of S 180th St. and Southcenter
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Pkwy. The site is also within 1.5 miles walking distance of Valley View Elementary School,
Bow Lake Elementary School, Valley View Library, Seattle Christian School, Chinook Middle
School, and Tyee High School. Regal Cinemas Parkway Plaza 12, Southcenter Square, and
Costco can all be found within 1.5 miles walking distance of the site. Moreover, the project
site is 1.5 miles walking distance from the SeaTac Link Light Rail Station, providing
connection north to the City of Seattle.
The proposal is also consistent with other near -by jurisdictions. Off-street parking
requirements for multifamily development are as follows:
• Federal Way
o 1.25 stalls per studio
o 1.5 stalls per 1 -bedroom unit
o 2 stalls per 2 -bedroom unit
(reference Federal Way Revised Code 19.205.040)
• Renton (attached dwellings outside of the Center Downtown Zone)
o Minimum of 1 parking stall per unit and a maximum allowable off-
street parking ratio of 1.75 parking stalls per dwelling unit
(reference Renton Municipal Code 4-4-80.F.10(d)
The proposed off-street parking standard is a reasonable standard to meet market demand
and has been adopted by other jurisdictions. The proposed standard is adopted as stated in
the City of SeaTac. As a result, the proposal will also provide a consistent development
standard across the full project site.
The proposed standard will provide adequate parking on site for project residents and will
not lead to an overflow parking condition in which residents need to park in nearby
neighborhoods.
We look forward to working with you and with the City of Tukwila. Please do not hesitate
to contact us should you have any questions or desire any additional information.
Sincerely,
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Greg Van Patten
The Wolff Company
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