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October 10, 2008
City of Tukwila
Director, Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Blvd, Ste 100
Tukwila WA 98188
Dear Jack Pace,
I am requesting a document from the city of Tukwila that assures Richard E. Hazen,
DVM and/or the future owner(s) of the veterinary facility at 13802 Military Rd S located
in Tukwila, be allowed to practice veterinary medicine without restrictions as long as the
practice complies with state, county and city rules and regulations.
I am requesting this because this facility has been a veterinary hospital since
approximateluyl950. Dr: Hazen has owned and:operated the facility since 1981. We
have been good citizens and we feel an asset to the community. The future use of
adjacent property may jeopardize current ways the business is conducted.
Specifically, I am worried the thirty "cottages" that will be constructed very close to our
facility will have owners who will complain about noise, i.e. barking dogs. We have
dogs in the runs or playfield twelve hours a day and most dogs bark. I do not want to
become a nuisance to the neighborhood because of this or other unforeseen veterinary
practices. Please give me in writing some assurance the practice of veterinary medicine
as conducted at this facility will not be compromised by future neighbors.
Is it legally possible to require each purchaser of a "cottage" be notified of the veterinary
facility prior to purchasing? Could this be a part of the covenants, conditions and
restrictions that all purchasers will sign before purchasing?
I am requesting your help.because I want to prevent problems before they develop.
Sincerely,..
Richard E:Hazen, DVM and Mary Koontz Manager
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ATTACHMENT K
13802 Military Road South 67
Tukwila, Washington 98168
Voice: 206 242 -2690
13831 Military Rd. So.
x SeaTac, Wa 98168
29 October 2008
City of Tukwila
6300 Southcenter Blvd. awy
Tukwila, Wa 98188 -2544
Attn: Stacy MacGregor, Planning Department
RE: Cottages at Riverton by Steve Detwiller of ReHabitat Northwest
At the 2007 initial meeting of introduction to this project, Mr. Detwiller (Rehabitat NW,
Inc.) presented a color graphic from The Cottage Company, depicting Danielson Grove in
Kirkland Washington, along with a black and white graphic from Mithun with various
photos of the same style craftsman type peak- roofed cottages at Danielson Grove. In
addition, Mr. Detwiller's handouts included his "Application for Housing Options
Program which under the "Housing Description" heading, he described, "The cottages
will be constructed as 1 V2 story Craftsman style cottages, no larger then 1,000 square ft."
At the recent meeting, October 22, 2008, the graphics and drawings of houses were of a
completely different style of small houses, no longer descriptive of craftsman cottages,
but more like "2- story", top heavy block houses, similar to a mushroom form of
"modern" construction, we find unacceptable. We were encouraged by the craftman style
cottages, in keeping with the established, older neighborhood around the area of this site,
however, these new modern concept cottages, (referred to as rabbit hutches at the
meeting) will present an odd -ball visual assault of scattered houses, inconsistent with the
warm, graceful concept of the cottage community originally presented.
The issue of a formal home owners association continues to be a concern that must be
addressed and defined in the CC R for this project. As discussed in the recent meeting,
the conditions of buying for rental purposes must also be carefully defined to potential
owners, by clarifying the percentage of homes allowed for rental (less than 10 was
discussed) and the extra association fees accessed for homes that become rented units.
While the impact of an additional 30 homes in such a confined area is initially unknown,
it is apparent after this second meeting with the City of Tukwila and the builder, that
concerns such as traffic and safety are being addressed and coordinated with the City of
SeaTac. Once again we wonder how a compact community of this sort is held
accountable for their roads, grooming and general deportment of a neighborhood.
Sincerely,
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Abner L. Tomas and
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Donna M. Thomas
October 30, 2008
To: Stacey MacGregor, Assistant Planner, Tukwila
From: Mary Koontz
Re: Cottages project located at South 140 St and Military Road South
1. The Tukwila Pet Hospital has been in the community over 60 years. It is located
adjacent to the proposed cottages project. The hospital complies with zoning
requirements and Tukwila ordinances and is a legally operated business. My
concern is that future nearby citizens will find some aspects of the veterinary
business objectionable and may want to limit business practices of the veterinary
hospital. I want written assurance from the city that future citizens cannot affect
the business practices of the hospital as long as the hospital is in compliance with
Tukwila rules and regulations.
2. How is this "low impact" to the community? There is no access to the collector
arterial from the cottages. Also there will be increased traffic, parking, school
children, pedestrians, etc. which will very much have an impact on the
community.
3. Traffic Impacts
a. South 140 Street already has traffic problems especially at the
intersection with Military Rd. S. Changes such as a four way stop may
need to be at this intersection. This is imperative if 100 more automobiles
will be entering exiting the area each work day. Many children walk to
Cascade Elementary in this area. Special concern needs to be taken for the
safety of the children.
b. Also 33rd Ave S has a lot of traffic especially in the morning afternoon.
Many children walk to Cascade Elementary on this road. Curb, gutter
sidewalks should be placed for the safety of the children from S 140 St to
S 140th st.
c. The stop sign at 33 d Ave S South 140 Street is frequently abused by
drivers. This issue this odd intersection should be addressed before the
housing project begins.
4. Parking Requirements
a. There should be a minimum of 2 stalls for each cottage.
b. My concern is semi trucks will park in the area cause more pollution,
damage sidewalks, damage trees be dangerous for pedestrians,
especially school children.
c. Will commercial vehicles be allowed to park in the community or in the
church overflow since this will be private property?
S. Style of housing
a. This style of housing appear~ to "wal I" residents off from the local
community rather than into, utv them into the community.
b. How is this style OHIOu�1*112 C0111patihle with existing single- family
developments?
c. Affordability? Mr. Detwiller said these homes will be in the $300,000
range. Please do not market these homes as "affordable Tukwila has
more than its share of "affordable" housing already.
d. How do cottages improve the "character sense of community" in the
neighborhood? What is meant by this?
b. Maintenance of houses
a. How do you stop additions, changes, etc. to outside of houses if
individually owned?
b. A limit of the number of rentals allowed in the cottages must be
established since you cannot prevent these cottages from becoming
rentals.
c. If you develop quality sell to individuals who do not know how to
maintain quality, this area the neighborhood will deteriorate rapidly
because of the density. If individuals maintain quality, it could be a very
nice addition to the community.
7. Owner Occupied
a. Many seniors do not want to live in 1 '/2 story housing.
b. Many seniors do not want to own homes.
c. Many seniors do not feel safe in this area.
d. Many seniors will not shop in nearby stores most go to Burien or South
Center.
e. How many apartments are vacant in Tukwila?
f. How many houses are vacant in Tukwila?
g. Do we really need 30 new houses in the area?
8. Crime Issues
a. More population means more crime, graffiti, litter, property damage,
prostitution, etc.
b. Will Tukwila have the resources to deal with this?
9. Would you like this project in your backyard?
10. Maintenance of common areas
a. How many feet between houses?
b. Who determines enforces the rules in a homeowner's association?
c. If rules are not adhered to no one enforces them initially, can they be
legally enforced later?
d. If there is a group of like minded homeowners who want to allow
something, can they change the rules?
e. The city is not allowed to intervene on private property to keep it
maintained. What is the assurance the area will not become a blight in
Tukwila similar to the Key Bank area (Military S 152 St)?
11. How will this "improve a sense of community in the neighborhood What is it
that will help it become a part of the existing community? The site plan feels like
a separate community is being created by the isolation of the development. It
appears as its own little coilimunity not as part ()I* Our community. The
neighborhood has a "community atmosphere" already as witnessed by the
Neighbors without Border .Action Committec.
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12. How did Tukwila complete a detailed review of the traffic impacts parking? I
would like to read this review.
In conclusion, I know the church needs to develop this area. However the neighborhood
pea patch is great for local residents the corn does not complain about barking dogs.
This project could improve our neighborhood if it is properly maintained the home
owners association remains in control. Because of the density, it could also become
another eyesore in our area if not maintained.
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Stacy MacGregor Fwd: KC Metro Transit Comments on Riverton Cottages
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From: Minnie Dhaliwal
To:
Stacy MacGregor
Date:
10/28/2008 9:33 AM
Subject:
Fwd: KC Metro Transit Comments on Riverton Cottages
CC:
David McPherson
Stacy,
I am not sure if you already got this or not. I have also copied David McPherson. You may want to share it with
SeaTac since the improvements on Military will have to be coordinated with them.
Minnie
Wynetta Bivens 10/27/2008 4:18 PM
Could someone please respond?
Thanks,
Wynetta
On 10/27/2008 at 3:35 PM, in message
416FE21C43CED045BD57B8D600AF90AF02A3E7C6 @mkey02.kc.kingcounty.lcl "Kriedt, Gary"
<Gary.Kriedt @kingcounty.gov> wrote:
Hi King County Metro Transit staff reviewed the Riverton Cottages project located at Military Rd. S and S
140th St., and we have the following comments. 1 would appreciated if you can forward these comments to
Stacy MacGregor, City of Tukwila, project contact.
Metro operates Route 128 along this segment of Military Rd. S, serving a bus zone adjacent to the project
site (zone #41134) on east side of Military Rd. S, just north of S 140th St. Bus stop improvements are
needed at that location. if street frontage improvements will be part of the Riverton Cottages project, we
request the project proponent provide a sidewalk segment and bus "landing pad" extension at that bus stop.
Please contact Ross Hudson, Transit Route Facilities Planner, 206 263 -3178,
ross.hudsonna kinacountvgov. Thank you.
Gary Kriedt, Senior Environmental Planner
Metro Transit
201 SOU Jackson St., MS KSC -TR -0431
Seattle, WA 98904 -3856
(206) 684 -1166 fax: (206) -684 -1900
gary.kr*tedt@kingcounty gov
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4800 South 188 Street
SeaTac, WA 98188 -8605
City Hall: 206.973.4800
Fax: 206.973.4809
TDD: 206.973.4808
Stacy MacGregor
Assistant Planner
6300 Southcenter Blvd.
Suite #100
Tukwila, WA 98188
RE: Cottages at Riverton
Dear Ms. MacGregor,
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Cottages at Riverton Project.
The site plan appears to address the City of SeaTac concerns regarding access on
Military Road South. However, the submittal does not include a cross section for the
frontage improvements on Military Road South. The improvements need to reflect the
distance between the centerline of the right -of -way and face of curb; the width of a
landscape strip between the curb and sidewalk (5 ft. minimum), and a 6' wide
sidewalk. The landscape strip should also include street trees set at 30 ft. on center.
The S. 140'' St. and Military Road South intersection appears that it is being realigned
to approach Military Road South at a better angle. However, the level of detail makes
it difficult to see if this is so. The City of SeaTac is still interested in this intersection
being aligned better with Military Road South and S. 140 St. West of Military Road
South.
Mayor
Ralph Shape Has a traffic analysis for the project been completed? We would be interested in the
Deputy Mayor amount of new trips proposed to be placed on Military Road South and other streets in
Gene Fisher the City of SeaTac.
Councilmembers
Chris Wythe Please contact me if you have additional questions.
Terry Anderson
Tony Anderson 4 e, Joe Brennan No Gregerson
enberger, E.
City Manager Engineering Technician Supervisor
Craig Ward
Assistant City Manager
Todd Cutts Cc: File
Susan Sanderson, P.E., City Engineer
City Attorney
Mary Mirante Bartolo
City Clerk
Kiistina Gregg
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4800 South 188 Street
SeaTac, WA 98188.8605
City Hall: 206.973.4800
Fax; 206.973.4809
TDD: 206.973.4806
Mayor
Ralph Shape
Deputy Mayor
Gene Fisher
Councilmembers
Chris Wythe
Terry Anderson
TonyAnderson
Joe Brennan
Agra Gregerson
City Manager
Craig Ward
Assistant City Manager
Todd Cutts.
City Attorney
Mary Mirante Bartolo
City Clerk
Mstfna Gregg
Public Works Department
Engineering Division
January 30, 2009
Stacy MacGregor
Assistant Planner
630.0 Southcenter Blvd.
Suite #100
Tukwila, WA 98188
RE: Cottages at Riverton
Dear Ms. MacGregor,
Thank you for the response to Dixie's comment letter and our discussion with Cyndy
Knighton..
The City of SeaTac requires a traffic impact analysis for the Military Rd. and S. 14CP
St. intersection. The study shall include of 30 cottages and existing church with
Wednesday and Sunday services.
A traffic impact solution in lieu of collecting traffic mitigation fee of $1,025 per unit
may be considered.
Note: The Citv of SeaTac Ria_ht -of- Wav_ (ROW) Permit annlication is required to
continue the plans review.
The following divisions and departments have reviewed the submittal and have the
following comments:
ENGINEERING DIVISION:
Lena Kuliczkowska 206 -973 -4737 Dixie Hallenberger 206 973 =4734
Sheet C1.1- Standard Notes
.Please replace /add sheet with the City of SeaTac Commercial Standard Notes.
(Electronic file is available)
Sheet C2.0 TESC Demo Plan SW
1. General Notes add the following: See Sht. xx for the City of SeaTac Standard
Notes.
2. Add ROW line Tukwila/SeaTac to all plans on military Rd. S.
3. Show the silt and construction fence along Military Rd.
4. Delineate clearing limits and specify temporary cover.
S: All temporary fences shall be located inside the property, not within ROW.
Tho .11osl)itality City
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6 Existing 12" pipe at the NE corner Military Rd. and S. 140 St. —verify if the
pipe needs to be removed or plugged in place?
7. Existing driveway from Military Rd. please add a note that existing access
shall be closed during construction and driveway removed.
Sheet C3.0 Grading and Paving Plan
1. General Notes please add the note that all concrete road items shall be
4,000 psi (see KCRS Chapter 3).
2. S. 140 St. E.W. realignment provide separate drawing with all necessary
details.
3. Add the Bus Stop per Metro requirements.
4. Emergency Access from Military Rd.
Verify the access description shall be commercial driveway approach per
2007 KCRS Fig. 3 -007.
Pavement between the sidewalk and ROW shall be grass -crete or similar
type.
Add dimensions for the access road
Add sidewalk ramps with detectable warning pattern.
5. Mark a typical cross section (half street) on Military Rd. and show where
detail can be found.
Sheet C3.4 Grading Details
1, Rockery Wall Detail where are the rockeries located on plans?
2. Add detail for concrete driveway approach. Show section with (2) #4 bars in
depressed curb.
Sheet C4.0 Drainage Plan SW
1. Show existing 12" pipe under 5.140 St., and additional area drainage 50'
south along Military Rd.
2. Add a new catch basin at the SE corner S. 140 St. and Military Rd.
3. CB #43 pipe connection doesn't have enough cover; D.I. shall be used. Show
existing inverts. Check if the existing pipe needs to be replaced with D.I. to
make the cover criteria.
Sheet C4.4 Storm Drainage Details
1. Catch Basin Detail add note: all grates shall be vaned and with two locking
bolts.
Sheet L1.1— Landscape Plan
1. .Trees planting on Military Rd.
Are the tree height and location checked with an existing power line along
the street?
Will these trees be placed with the grate's and with root containment?
Please verify trees for invasive roots, or using hard ground for planting
where the roots. have no option but to creep all over the place, especially
near or under the sidewalk.
MR
PLANNING DEPARTMENT:
Dennis Hartwick 206 -973 -4836
No comments.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
Bob Meyer, 206- 973 -4501
No comments.
Please contact me if you have additional questions.
Sine erely,
Lena Kuliczkowska
Senior Engineering Technician
Cc: File PL -014
Dixie Hallenberger, P.E., Engineering Technician Supervisor
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Stacy MacGregor
Assistant Planner
4800 South 188 Street 6300 Southcenter Blvd.
SeaTac, WA 98188 -8605 Suite #100
City Half: 206.973.4800 Tukwila, WA 98188
Fax: 206.973.4809
TDD: 206.973.4808 RE: Cottages at Riverton
Military Road South and South 140' Street
Parcel #'s 1623049060; 1623049162; 1623049165; 1623049152; 1623049150;
1623049044;1623049159
Dear Ms. MacGregor,
Thank you for the opportunity to look at the latest plans for "Cottages We find that
there are still unaddressed concerns, from our January 30, 2009 review letter, on the
latest plans. Our concerns are:
Sheet C2.0 Temporary Erosion Sedimentation Control Plan Demo Plan SW
there is still no construction fence shown on the plan along Military Road South.
Sheet C3.0 Grading and Paving Plan
The emergency access to Military Road South does not meet the standards of the City
of SeaTac. It shall be constructed per the 2007 King County Road Standards figure
3.007. There shall be a minimum of 20 linear feet of grasscrete paving between the
Mayor back of sidewalk and the connection to the private road system. This connection to
Terry Anderson Military Road South is not to look like a roadway connection. Removable bollards are
Deputy Mayor only to be removed by Fire Department personnel. (The access point is also shown on
Gene Fisher Sheets C 1.0 and C4.0).
o rschier l s
Rick F S C3.4 Gradi Military oad South and S 140 Street
Rick oschler Sheet rag Plan MilrY
Tony Anderson Note calling out Curb Detail #6 of Sheet C3.4 is actually on Sheet c3.5
Ralph Shape
Pam Fernald
Mia Gregerson Sheet 4.0 Preliminary Drainage Plan
All catch basins in the City of SeaTac right -of -way shall have two bolt locking vaned
grates.
Interim City Manager
Todd Cutts
City Attorney
Mary Mirante Bartolo
City Clerk
Kristin Gregg
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