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PL13-0051
E14-0011 CHECKLIST
E14-0012 ADDENDUM
E15-0009 ADDENDUM
L13-0052 PLAN/ZONE
L13-0053 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
L13-0054 COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN AMEND
L13-0055 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0059 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0060 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0061 COMP PLAN AMEND
L14-0033 COMP PLAN AMEND
L14-0049 REZONE
L15-0017 REZONE
E14-0011 CHECKLIST
City of Tukwila
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Department of Community Development Jack Pace, Director
DETERMINATION OF NON -SIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
File Number: E14-0011
Applied: 7/28/14
Issue Date: 8/26/14
Status: Issued
Applicant: Jami Balint, Segale Properties Lead Agency: City of Tukwila
Description of Proposal: City initiated rezone for 2 parcels zoned TUC that were not included in the Southcenter Plan
per the property owners request. They will be rezoned to HI and retain the Tukwila South Overlay.
Location of Proposal:
Address: 6101 S. 180t Street, 18000 Andover Park West
Parcel Number: 352304-9055, 352304-9120
Section/Township/Range: 35-23-04
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 197-11-355. There is no further comment period.
Jack Pace, Responsible Official
City of Tukwila
6300 Southcenter Blvd
Tukwila, WA 98188
(206)431-3670
Date
Any appeal shall be linked to a specific governmental action. The State Environmental Policy Act is not intended
to create a cause of action unrelated to a specific governmental action. Appeals of environmental determinations
shall be commenced within the time period to appeal the governmental action that is subject to environmental
review. (RCW 43.21C.075)
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Suite #100 • Tukwila, Washington 98188 • Phone 206-431-3670 • Fax: 206-431-3665
City of Tukwila Notice of Application
S. 180th Street Rezone and
SEPA determination
Location: 6101 S. 180th St. & 18000 Andover Park W
Tax Parcel #352304-9120 & #352304-9055
File Numbers: L14-0049, E14-0011
Applicant: City of Tukwila
Property Owner: Segale Properties
Project Planner: Nora Gierloff (206)433-7141
Project Description: Rezone two parcels not covered by the Southcenter Plan
from Tukwila Urban Center to Heavy Industrial with a Tukwila South Overlay.
Tukwila has reviewed the project for probable adverse environmental impacts and
expects to issue a determination of non -significance (DNS). The optional DNS
process in WAC 197-11-355 is being used. There will be a single integrated com-
ment period for the notice of application and likely threshold determination so this
may be your only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the pro-
ject. If timely comments do not identify probable significant adverse impacts that
were not considered by the anticipated determination the DNS will be issued with-
out a second comment period.
Comments and Appeals: Your written comments on the project can be delivered
to the return address on the reverse and must be received by 5:OOpm on August
25, 2014. You may request a copy of any decision, information on hearings, and
your appeal rights by calling 206-433-7166.
Public Information Meeting August 11, 2014 from 6-7:00 PM
Public Hearing August 25, 2014 at 7:00 PM
Both in the Tukwila City Council Chambers, 6200 Southcenter B1., Tukwila WA
98188
Date: _July 29, 2014
City of Tukwila ESA Screening Checklist
City of Tukwila
Endangered Species Act Screening Checklist
Applicant Name: City of Tukwila DCD
Street Address: 6300 Southcenter Bl Suite 100
City, State, Zip: Tukwila, WA 98188
Telephone: (206)431-3670
DIRECTIONS:
This Screening Checklist has been designed to evaluate the potential for your project to result in potential "take" of
Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, or Cutthroat trout as defined by Section 9 of the Endangered Species Act. The checklist
includes a series of "Yes" or "No" questions about your project, organized into four parts. Starting with Part A on Page 2,
read each question carefully, mark the appropriate "Yes" or "No," and proceed to the next question as directed by the
checklist. To answer these questions, you may need to refer to site plans, grading and drainage plans, critical areas
studies, or other documents you have prepared for your project. The City will evaluate your responses to determine if
"take" is indicated.
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Part A: Please review and answer each question carefully. Consider all phases of your project including, but
not limited to, construction, normal operation, potential emergency operation, and ongoing and scheduled
maintenance. Continue to the next question as directed for each No or Yes answer.
1-0
Will the project require any form of grading? Grading is defined as any excavating, filling, clearing, or
creation of impervious surface, or any combination thereof, which alters the existing ground surface of the
earth (TMC 18.06.370). Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 2-0
YES - Continue to Question 1-1 (Page 3)
2-0
Will the project require any form of clearing? Clearing means the removal or causing to be removed,
through either direct or indirect actions, any vegetation from a site (18.06.145). Please mark the
appropriate response.
NO, - Continue to Question 3-0
YES - Continue to Question 2-1 (Page 4)
3-0
Will the project require work, during any time of the project, below the ordinary high water mark of a
watercourse or the Green/Duwamish or Black Rivers or in wetlands? Ordinary high water mark is the mark
that is found by examining the bed and banks of a stream and ascertaining where the presence and action of
waters are so common and usual as to distinctly mark the soil from that of the abutting upland, in respect to
vegetation (see TMC Chapter 18.06, Page 18-15). Please mark the appropriate response.
(6) - Continue to Question 4-0
YES - Continue to Question 3-1 (Page 5)
4-0
Will the project result in the processing or handling, storage, or treatment of hazardous substances? This
does not include the proper use of fuel stored in a vehicle's fuel tank. Hazardous substances are any liquid,
solid, gas, or sludge, including any material, substance, product, commodity, or waste, regardless of
quantity, that exhibits the characteristics or criteria of hazardous waste as defined by Washington
Administrative Code 173-303 (TMC 18.06.385). This includes fuel or other chemicals stored on-site during
construction. Please mark the appropriate response.
1NR4 - Continue to Question 5-0
YES - Continue to Question 5-0
5-0
Will the project result in the withdrawal, injection, or interception of groundwater? Examples of projects
that may affect groundwater include, but are not limited to: construction of a new well, change in water
withdrawals from an existing well, projects involving prolonged construction dewatering, projects installing
French drains or interceptor trenches, and sewer lines. For the purpose of this analysis, projects that require
a geotechnical report pursuant to the requirements of TMC 18.45.060 or would require a geotechnical report
if not exempt should answer Yes. Please mark the appropriate response.
iO.. - Continue to Question 6-0
YES - Continue to Question 6-0
6-0 Will the project involve landscaping or re -occurring outdoor maintenance that includes the regular use of
fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides? This does not include the one-time use of transplant fertilizers.
Landscaping means natural vegetation such as trees, shrubs, groundcover, and other landscape materials
arranged in a manner to produce an aesthetic effect appropriate for the use of the land (TMC 18.06.490).
For the purpose of this analysis, this includes the establishment of new lawn or grass. Please mark the
appropriate response.
— Checklist Complete
YES — Checklist Complete
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Part B: Please answer each question below for projects that include grading. Review each question carefully,
considering all phases of your project including, but not limited to construction, normal operation, potential
emergency operation, and ongoing and scheduled maintenance. Continue to the next question as directed for
each No or Yes answer.
1-1
Will the project involve the modification of a watercourse bank or bank of the Green/Duwamish or Black
Rivers between the ordinary high water mark and top of bank? This includes any projects that will require
grading on any slope leading to a river or stream, but will not require work below the ordinary high water
mark. Work below the ordinary high water mark is covered in Part C. Please mark the appropriate
response.
NO - Continue to Question 1-2
YES - Continue to Question 1-2
1-2
Could the construction, operation, or maintenance of the project result in sediment transport off site or
increased rates of erosion and/or sedimentation in watercourses, the Green/Duwamish rivers, or the Black
River? Most projects that involve grading have the potential to result in increased erosion and/or
sedimentation as a result of disturbances to the soil or earth. If your project involves grading and you have
not prepared a Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan specifically designed to retain 100
percent of the runoff (including during construction) from impervious surface or disturbed soils, answer Yes
to this question. If your project is normally exempt under the Tukwila Municipal Code and would not
require the preparation of a Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan, BUT may still result in
erosion or sediment transport off site or beyond the work area, answer Yes to this question. Please mark the
appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 1-3
YES - Continue to Question 1-3
1-3
Will the project result in the construction of new impervious surfaces? Impervious surfaces include those
hard surfaces which prevent or restrict the entry of water into the soil in the manner that such water entered
the soils under natural conditions prior to development; or a hard surface area that causes water to run off the
surface in greater quantity or at an increased rate of flow from the flow presented under natural conditions
prior to development. Such areas include, but are not limited to, rooftops, asphalt or concrete paving,
compacted surfaces, or other surfaces that similarly affect the natural infiltration or runoff patterns existing
prior to development (TMC 18.06.445). Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 2-0 (Page 2)
YES - Continue to Question 1-4
1-4
Will your project generate stormwater from the creation of impervious surfaces that will not be infiltrated on
site? For the purpose of this analysis, infiltration includes the use of a stormwater treatment and management
system intended to contain all stormwater on site by allowing it to seep into pervious surface or through other
means to be introduced into the ground. If your project involves the construction of impervious surface and
does not include the design of a stormwater management system specifically designed to infiltrate
stormwater, answer Yes to this question. Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 2-0 (Page 2)
YES - Continue to Question 2-0 (Page 2)
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Part C: Please review each question below for projects that include clearing. Review each question carefully,
considering all phases of your project including, but not limited to construction, normal operation, potential
emergency operation, and ongoing and scheduled maintenance. Continue to the next question as directed for
each No or Yes answer.
2-1
Will the project involve clearing within 200 feet of the ordinary high water mark of a watercourse or the
Green/Duwamish or Black Rivers? Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 3-0 (Page 2)
YES - Continue to Question 2-2
2-2
Will the project involve clearing of any trees within 200 feet of the ordinary high water mark of a watercourse
or the Green/Duwamish or Black Rivers? A tree is defined by TMC 18.06.845 as any self-supporting woody
plant, characterized by one main trunk, with a potential diameter -breast -height of 2 inches or more and
potential minimum height of 10 feet. Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 2-3
YES - Continue to Question 2-3
2-3
Will the project involve clearing of any evergreen trees from within 200 feet of the ordinary high water mark
of a watercourse or the Green/Duwamish or Black Rivers? For the purpose of this analysis evergreen means
any tree that does not regularly lose all its leaves or needles in the fall. Please mark the appropriate
response.
NO - Continue to Question 2-4
YES - Continue to Question 2-4
2-4
Will the project involve clearing within 100 feet of the ordinary high water mark of a watercourse or the
Green/Duwamish or Black Rivers? Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 3-0 (Page 2)
YES - Continue to Question 2-5
2-5
Will the project involve clearing within 40 feet of the ordinary high water mark of a watercourse or the
Green/Duwamish or Black Rivers? Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 3-0 (Page 2)
YES - Continue to Question 3-0 (Page 2)
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Part D: Please review each question below for projects that include work below the ordinary high water mark of
watercourses or the Duwamish/Green or Black Rivers or in wetlands. Review each question carefully,
considering all phases of your project including, but not limited to, construction, normal operation, potential
emergency operation, and ongoing and scheduled maintenance. Continue to the next question as directed for
each No or Yes answer.
3-1
Will the project involve the direct alteration of the channel or bed of a watercourse, the Green/Duwamish
rivers, or Black River? For the purpose of this analysis, channel means the area between the ordinary high
water mark of both banks of a stream, and bed means the stream bottom substrates, typically within the
normal wetted -width of a stream. This includes both temporary and permanent modifications. Please mark
the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 3-2
YES - Continue to Question 3-2
3-2
Will the project involve any physical alteration to a watercourse or wetland connected to the Green/Duwamish
River? For the purpose of this analysis, "connected to the river means" flowing into via a surface connection
or culvert, or having other physical characteristics that allow for access by salmonids. This includes impacts
to areas such as sloughs, side channels, remnant oxbows, ditches formed from channelized portions of natural
watercourses or any area that may provide off channel rearing habitat for juvenile fish from the Duwamish
River. This includes both temporary construction alterations and permanent modifications. Watercourses or
wetlands draining to the Green/Duwamish River that have a hanging culvert, culvert with a flap gate,
diversion, or any entirely man-made or artificial structure that precludes fish access should answer Yes to this
question. Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 3-3
YES - Continue to Question 3-3
3-3
Will the project result in the construction of a new structure or hydraulic condition that could be a barrier to
salmonid passage within the watercourse or the Green/Duwamish or Black Rivers? For the purpose of this
analysis, a barrier means any artificial or human modified structure or hydraulic condition that inhibits the
natural upstream or downstream movement of salmonids, including both juveniles and adults. Please mark
the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 3-4
YES - Continue to Question 3-4
3-4
Will the project involve a temporary or permanent change in the cross-sectional area of a watercourse or the
Green/Duwamish or Black Rivers? For the purpose of this analysis, the cross-sectional area is defined as a
profile taken from the ordinary high water mark on the right bank to the ordinary high water mark on the left
bank. Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 3-5
YES - Continue to Question 3-5
3-5
Will the project require the removal of debris from within the ordinary high water mark of a watercourse or
the Green/Duwamish or Black Rivers? For the purpose of this analysis, debris includes, but is not limited to
fallen trees, logs, shrubs, rocks, piles, rip -rap, submerged metal, and broken concrete or other building
materials. Projects that would require debris removal from a watercourse or the Green/Duwamish or Black
Rivers as part of a maintenance activity should answer Yes to this question. Please mark the appropriate
response.
NO - Continue to Question 3-6
YES - Continue to Question 3-6
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Part D (continued)
3-6 Will the project result in impacts to watercourses or wetlands that have a surface connection to another
watercourse or the Green/Duwamish or Black Rivers but do not contain habitat conditions that support
salmonid use? Such areas may include, but not be limited to hillside seeps and wetlands isolated from the
watercourse or river that have a surface water connection to the watercourse or river but are not assessable,
nor would be assessable to salmonids under natural conditions. Wetlands with a "functions and values" rating
for baseflow/groundwater support of 9 and above (or moderate) as described in Cooke (1996) should be
included. Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 3-7
YES - Continue to Question 3-7
3-7 Will the project include the construction of artificial waterways or wetlands connected to a watercourse
containing salmonids? For the purpose of this analysis, the construction of artificial waterways or wetlands
includes wetlands, channels, sloughs, or other habitat feature created to enhance wildlife use, particularly
waterfowl use, or may be attractive to wildlife, particularly waterfowl. Please mark the appropriate
response.
NO - Continue to Question 3-8
YES - Continue to Question 3-8
3-8 Will the project include bank stabilization? For the purpose of this analysis, bank stabilization includes, but is
not limited to, rip -rap, rock, log, soil, or vegetated revetments, concrete structures, or similar structures.
Please mark the appropriate response.
NO - Continue to Question 4-0 (Page 2)
YES - Continue to Question 4-0 (Page 2)
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STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT CHECKLIST
Please respond to all questions. Use separate sheets as necessary.
Applicant Responses:
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
S. 180th Street Rezone
2. Name of Applicant:
City of Tukwila DCD
3. Date checklist prepared:
July 29, 2014
4. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Tukwila
5. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Council review and adoption by the end of 2014.
6. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.
No
7. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal.
None
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
9. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal.
Quasi-judicial rezone process
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.
Rezone of 2 properties from Tukwila Urban Center to Heavy Industrial with Tukwila
South Overlay. These properties were removed from the Southcenter Subarea Plan at
the request of the property owner, so when updated zoning was adopted as a result of
that plan it was no longer appropriate for them to retain their Tukwila Urban Center
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Zoning and Comprehensive Plan designations. The proposal is to rezone them to the
adjacent zoning to the south, HI.
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 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.
Two parcels on the south side of S. 180th Street, to the east and west of Andover Park
West.
12. Does the proposal lie within an area designated on the City's Comprehensive Land Use
Policy Plan Map as environmentally sensitive?
A portion of the parcel on the right is within the Shoreline Overlay.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one):.)I'l il; rolling, hilly, steep slopes,
mountainous, other:
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
5%
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.
Compacted urban fill
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity?
If so, describe.
Much of the Southcenter area is underlain by peat and silty soils due to its history
as a river valley.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill.
None proposed.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use?
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If so, generally describe.
The sites are currently developed and no additional development is expected due to
this rezone.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after
project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
Sites are currently approximately 90% impervious and no change is proposed.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if
any:
None needed.
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (for example,
dust, automobile odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the
project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if
known.
No construction or change in use is expected to result from this rezone.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal?
If so, generally describe.
No
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
None needed
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, wetlands)?
If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or
river it flows into.
A portion of parcel 352304-9055 is within the 200 foot shoreline zone of the
Green River.
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.
No construction or change in use is expected to result from this rezone.
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.
None
4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give
general description, purpose, and approximate quantities, if known.
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No
5. Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year floodplain? If so, note location on the
site plan.
No
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.
No
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.
No construction or change in use is expected to result from this rezone.
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:
No construction or change in use is expected to result from this rezone. The
sites are currently on sewer and have stormwater systems in place.
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.
No change is expected to the existing stormwater systems.
2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally
describe.
No construction or change in use is expected to result from this rezone.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts,
if any:
No construction or change in use is expected to result from this rezone.
4. Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
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b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
The sites are already developed and no construction or change in use is expected to
result from this rezone.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
No endangered plants are found on site.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any:
The sites are developed with existing landscaping and no change is proposed or
expected.
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds or animals which have been observed on or near the site or are
known to be on or near the site:
Birds:
Crop or grain
Mammals:
Wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other
Fish:
Water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
Other:
Other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
The sites are already developed and no construction or change in use is expected to
result from this rezone.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
No endangered plants are found on site.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any:
The sites are developed with existing landscaping and no change is proposed or
expected.
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds or animals which have been observed on or near the site or are
known to be on or near the site:
Birds:
Hawk, heron, eagle, (c(aaiaiii in:,<i :, other:
Mammals:
Deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
Fish:
Bass, : 1iraNva, trout, herring, shellfish, other:
Other:
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
Salmon are present in the Green River.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
Only the Pacific Flyway.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
None needed.
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.
The existing office and Internet data center use electricity and natural gas for climate
control, lighting and equipment.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties?
If so, generally describe.
The sites are already developed and no construction or change in use is expected to
result from this rezone.
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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 sites are already developed and no construction or change in use is expected to
result from this rezone.
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.
The sites are already developed and no construction or change in use is expected to
result from this rezone.
1. Describe special emergency services that might be required.
None
2. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
None
b. Noise
1. What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for
example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)?
Mainly automobile traffic with some airplane noise.
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.
Traffic from employees, HVAC equipment, and periodic testing of emergency
generators are existing conditions.
3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
The sites as currently operated and developed meet noise regulations.
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
Office and internet data center
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
Not since development of the Southcenter area in the 1960's.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
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A two story office building and an internet data center.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
No.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
Tukwila Urban Center
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Tukwila Urban Center
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
Urban Conservancy
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If
so, specify.
A portion of parcel 352304-9055 is within the 200 foot shoreline zone of the Green
River.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
No change from existing conditions.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
None
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
None necessary.
1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected
land uses and plans, if any:
The intent of this rezone is to fix an inconsistency created by the adoption of a new
subarea plan and zoning for the Southcenter area. The parcels will be zoned to
match the adjacent property to the south under the same ownership.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing?
No housing exists or is planned on the site.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing.
None
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
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None necessary.
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?
The existing 2 story office building is concrete.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
No changes are expected or proposed.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
The sites are already developed and no construction or change in use is expected to
result from this rezone.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur?
The existing uses create evening light from offices behind tinted glass and safety
lighting around both properties.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views?
No
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
Existing street lights.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
None necessary.
12. Recreation
a. What designed and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity?
The sites are adjacent to the Green River Trail.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
No
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
None necessary.
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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.
No
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological,
scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
None known.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
None needed, no construction is anticipated as a result of this rezone.
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.
The sites are adjacent to and served by S. 180th Street and Andover Park West.
b. Is the site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate
distance to the nearest transit stop?
Yes, the 150 bus.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would
the project eliminate?
No change to the existing parking is proposed.
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).
No
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
No
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If
known, indicate when peak volumes would occur.
No change from existing conditions.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
None necessary. Sites were reviewed for traffic compliance at the time of original
permitting.
15. Public Services
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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 changes in use are anticipated from the rezone.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
None necessary.
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:
electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic
system
other:
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.
No change from existing conditions.
D. SIGNATURE
SEPA Checklist
Under the penalty of perjury the above answers under ESA Screening Checklist and State Environmental Policy Act
Checklist 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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CITY OF TUKWILA
Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
Telephone: (206) 431-3670
SEPA
ENVIRONMENTAL
REVIEW
INFORMATION
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) requires all agencies to consider the environmental impacts of a development
before making decisions (43.21C RCW). The purpose of environmental review is to identify a proposal's significant
adverse impacts, measures to minimize or avoid such impacts, and allow wide public review for a wide range of projects.
REQUIREMENTS: SEPA review is required for any action associated with the following types of decisions:
1. Developing 10 or more dwelling units.
2. Developing agricultural structures over 10,000 s.f.
3. Developing office, school, commercial, recreational, service or storage buildings over 12,000 s.f. and 40 parking
spaces (certain utility lines, personal wireless communication facilities, and normal maintenance/replacement
activities are fully exempt).
4. Developing parking lots with over 40 spaces.
5. Landfills and excavations over 500 cubic yards.
6. Installation of impervious underground tanks with a capacity over 10,000 gallons.
The accompanying application must be completed for any new SEPA application or request to issue an addendum to any
previous SEPA determination. If a question does not apply, "Does not apply" or "NA" may be entered. Complete
answers to the checklist may avoid unnecessary delays later. City staff may also be able to help about governmental
designations (e.g., zoning, shoreline, and landmark status).
PROCEDURES: At the time you submit your application you must have all of the items listed on the attached
"Complete Application Checklist" as well as the submittal for the underlying action (building permit, subdivision etc.).
You may request a waiver from items on the checklist that are not applicable to your project. Please discuss this waiver
request with City staff either at a pre -application meeting or at the time of application submittal. Within 28 days of
receiving your application, City staff will determine if it is complete based on the attached checklist. If not complete City
staff will mail to you a letter outlining what additional information is needed. If you do not submit requested materials
within 90 days from the City's request for additional information the City may cancel your application.
Once the application is "complete," substantive review will begin and a "Notice of Application" must be posted/mailed to
begin a public comment period. After completing the environmental analysis and considering public comments, the
Director will issue a determination for the project. A Determination of Non -Significance (DNS) says that the project as
proposed will not have probable, significant, negative environmental impacts. A mitigated DNS will be issued if the
project must be modified to mitigate its negative impacts. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) must be prepared if
the probable negative impacts are unavoidable.
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COMPLETE APPLICATION CHECKLIST
The materials listed below must be submitted with your application unless specifically waived in writing by the Public Works
Department and the Department of Community Development. Please contact each Department if you feel that certain items
are not applicable to your project and should be waived. Application review will not begin until it is determined to be
complete. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS MAY BE REQU1 ED.
The initial application materials allow project review to begin and vest the applicant's rights. However, the City may require
additional information as needed to establish consistency with development standards.
City staff are available to answer questions about application materials at 206-431-3670 (Department of Community
Development) and 206-433-0179 (Department of Public Works).
Check items
submitted
with
application
Information Required. May be waived in unusual cases, upon approval of both Public Works and
Planning
APPLICATION MATERIALS:
1. Application Checklist (1 copy) indicating items submitted with application.
2. Completed ESA Screening Checklist, SEPA Environmental Checklist and drawings (5 copies).
3. One set of all plans reduced to 8 1/2" x 11" or 11" x 17".
4. Application Fee: See Land Use Fee Schedule.
5. Underlying permit application that triggers SEPA review.
PUBLIC NOTICE MATERIALS:
6. Payment of notice board fee (see Land Use Fee Schedule) to FastSigns Tukwila OR provide a 4' x 4'
public notice board on site within 14 days of the Department determining that a complete application has
been received (see Public Notice Sign Specifications Handout).
7. Pay the fee as established by the Land Use Fee Schedule for generating mailing labels; OR provide an
excel spreadsheet of mailing labels for all property owners and tenants (residents and businesses) within
500 feet of the subject property. Each unit in multiple family buildings e.g. apartments, condos, trailer
parks --must be included.
Once your project is assigned to a planner, you will be required to provide an electronic copy of the
mailing label spreadsheet in the following format: Name, Street Address, City St Zip, with each of these
fields as an individual column:
Name
Street Address
City, St, Zip
Mr. Smith
1234 Park Ave S
Tukwila WA 98188
PLEASE NOTE: Regardless of whether you pay the City to generate the mailing labels or you provide
them, there is an additional fee for postage and material as listed under Public Notice Mailing Fee on
the Land Use Fee Schedule. Payment of this fee is due prior to issuance of the decision and you will
receive a separate bill for this fee.
8. If providing own labels, include King County Assessor's map(s) which shows the location of each
property within 500 ft. of the subject lot.
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Check items
submitted
with
application
Information Required. May be waived in unusual cases, upon approval of both Public Works and
Planning
PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND ANALYSIS:
9. Vicinity Map with site location.
10. Provide four (4) copies of any sensitive area studies such as wetland or geotechnical reports if
needed per Tukwila's Sensitive Areas Ordinance (TMC 18.45). See the Geotechnical Report
Guidelines and Sensitive Area Special Study Guidelines for additional information.
11. Any drawings needed to describe the proposal other than those submitted with the underlying
permit. Maximum size 24" x 36".
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CITY OF TUKWILA
Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
Telephone: (206) 431-3670
SEPA
ENVIRONMENTAL
REVIEW
APPLICATION
FOR STAFF USE ONLY Permits Plus TYPE: P-SEPA
Planner: Nora Gierloff
File Number: E14-0011
Application Complete Date:
Project File Number: PL13-0051
Application Incomplete Date:
Other File Numbers: L14-0049
NAME OF PROJECT/DEVELOPMENT: Rezone of 2 properties from Tukwila Urban Center to Heavy
Industrial with Tukwila South Overlay
LOCATION OF PROJECT/DEVELOPMENT: Give street address or, if vacant, indicate lot(s), block and
subdivision, access street, and nearest intersection.
6101 S. 180th Street, 18000 Andover Park West
LIST ALL TAX LOT NUMBERS (this information may be found on your tax statement).
352304-9055,352304-9120
DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR :
The individual who:
• has decision making authority on behalf of the owner/applicant in meetings with City staff,
• has full responsibility for identifying and satisfying all relevant and sometimes overlapping development standards,
and
• is the primary contact with the City to whom all notices and reports will be sent.
Name: Jami Balint — See L14-0049
Address:
Phone: FAX:
E-mail:
Signature: Date:
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2014 COMPREHENSIVE ZONE
DEVELOPMENT
CITY WIDE
PL13-0051
E14-0011 CHECKLIST
E14-0012 ADDENDUM
E15-0009 ADDENDUM
L13-0052 PLAN/ZONE
L13-0053 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0054 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0055 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0059 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0060 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0061 COMP PLAN AMEND
L14-0033 COMP PLAN AMEND
L14-0049 REZONE
L15-0017 REZONE
E14-0012 ADDENDUM
City of Tukwila Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Department of Community Development Jack Pace, Director
NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT ADDENDUM ISSUANCE AND AVAILABILITY
On August 11, 2014, the City of Tukwila issued an addendum to the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan EIS,
pursuant to the State Environmental Policy Act rules (Chapter 197-11 WAC) (File # E14-0012). The EIS
was previously issued on October 9, 1995 (File #L92-0053).
The addendum addresses the review and update of the Comprehensive Plan that is required by the
Washington Growth Management Act per RCW36.70a.130. It includes amendments to the Community
Image and Identity, Economic Development, Tukwila South and Roles and Responsibilities elements, and
recommends a new Parks, Recreation and Open Space element. The revisions reflect changes in the
Growth Management Act, and incorporate information from current regional plans and Tukwila's
Strategic Plan. The Comprehensive Plan is also edited for clarity. This is a non -project (programmatic)
EIS addendum.
Copies of the addendum, and original FEIS are available for review at:
City of Tukwila Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The addendum is also available online at: http://www.tukwilawa.gov/dcd/dcdcompplan.html
Staff contact:
Rebecca Fox, Senior Planner
Rebecca.fox@tukwilawa.gov
206-431-3683
STAFF EVALUATION
FOR SEPA ADDENDUM
File No: E14-0012
I. SUMMARY OF PROPOSED ACTION
The proposal is an addendum to the FEIS for the 1995 Comprehensive Land Use Plan to for a portion of the
required 2015 Growth Management Act (GMA) Update to the Comprehensive Plan. This is a non -project
action.
II. GENERAL INFORMATION
Project Name: 2014 Elements for 2015 Comprehensive Plan Update
Applicant: City of Tukwila
Location: Citywide
Zoning and Comprehensive
Plan Designation: Citywide
The following information was considered as part of review of this application:
1. Proposed new Parks, Recreation and Open Space element, and propose revisions to Community
Image and Identity, Economic Development, Tukwila South and Roles and Responsibilities
elements.
2. SEPA checklist
III. REVIEW PROCESS
The proposed action is subject to State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) review as the project does not meet
the exemptions listed under WAC 197-11-800.
IV. PROPOSAL
The City of Tukwila is proposing amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Development Code to
address changes in the Growth Management, and regional planning documents as part of the 2015
update to the Comprehensive Plan as required by RCW 36.70a.130. Comprehensive Plan amendments
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can be adopted by the City Council once per year, except in cases of emergency, as authorized by the
Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A) and the Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 18.80. The
amendments discussed in this Addendum will be adopted during 2014 i.e. prior to the June 30, 2015
deadline. This is a non -project (programmatic) EIS Addendum.
V. SEPA COMPLIANCE:
The Draft EIS (DEIS) for the Comprehensive Land Use Plan was issued on June 27, 1995( File # L92-0053).
It was circulated to adjacent jurisdictions, affected agencies and other parties with an interest.
Comments were due on August 11, 1995 (extended from July 27, 1995). After comments were reviewed,
the Final EIS (FEIS) was issued on October 9, 1995. An addendum to the FEIS addressing Zoning Code
amendments was issued on November 15, 1995. Both the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Zoning
Code were adopted on December 4, 1995. In 2004, an addendum to the FEIS was prepared. The
addendum addressed: 1) revisions to the sensitive areas ordinance incorporating Best Available
Science; and 2) limited technical revisions to several other elements to reflect changes to the Growth
Management Act. The addendum to the FEIS was issued on April 4, 2004. In 2013, a subsequent
addendum to the FEIS was issued (File #13-0004). It dealt with changes to the Comprehensive Plan that
were being adopted that year as part of the 2015 Comprehensive Plan update. The 2013 SEPA
addendum covered changes to the Transportation, Capital Facilities, Utilities, Southcenter, Natural
Environment and Shoreline (narrative only) elements of the Comprehensive Plan.
VI. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS:
This is a non -project action. All environmental impacts were adequately addressed by the 1995 Draft and
Final Environmental Impact Statement for the City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan, and 2004 Addendum.
Further, subsequent "project" actions will require the submittal of separate environmental review. These will
be analyzed for consistency with the original mitigating conditions and could require new mitigation based
on specific conditions.
VII. SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS:
Changes to Comprehensive Plan policies addressed in the 2014 Addendum (File #E14-0012) reflect
changes to the Washington Growth Management Act (GMA), and regional policies that are contained in
documents (Vision 2040 and King County Countywide Policy Plan). Vision 2040 and King County
Countywide Policies have received environmental review. In general, the policies contained in these
documents are intended to minimize environmental impacts through guidance for sustainable
development, and compact regional growth patterns.
Tukwila is updating its Comprehensive Plan in phases over several years. The proposed amendments
discussed in this Addendum address five of the Comprehensive Plan's 15 elements that are being
considered in 2014. These elements include a new Parks, Recreation and Open Space element, and
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updates to the Community Image and Identity, Economic Development, Tukwila South, and Roles and
Responsibilities elements. Overall Comprehensive Plan priorities remain unchanged. In general, the
elements have been reorganized and the policies regrouped and edited for greater clarity. Some policies
and/or language from Vision 2040 and from King County's Countywide Planning Policies (2012) has been
incorporated, as well as policies reflecting Tukwila's Strategic Plan (2012).
The primary changes are as follows:
A. A new Parks, Recreation and Open Space Element has been added. It consolidates existing
parks -related policies that have been moved from other elements, and closely reflects the 2014
Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan.
B. Revisions to the Community Image and Identity Element include adding policies that encourage
healthy lifestyles and nutritious food choices, embrace cultural diversity and take proactive steps
to encourage a positive image for Tukwila.
C. Proposed policy changes for the Tukwila South Element reflect progress that has been made in
this area since the 2004 update. Revisions include incorporating the Tukwila South Master Plan,
and certain parts of the Sensitive Areas Master Plan (SAMP) and Development Agreement in the
policies, and updating outdated language that references the need for an area -wide master plan
since the master plan has been adopted.
D. The Economic Development Element has been revised to reflect changed conditions and
priorities. The recommended element adds language that addresses improving the
"employability" of City residents, updates the "Economic Setting" section with current data from
the City's Strategic Plan and from the Puget Sound Regional Council, and removes references to
code enforcement..
E. Revisions to the Roles and Responsibilities Element emphasize the need for clear communication
that is culturally and linguistically inclusive, promote the importance of forming partnerships
with local service providers to address the needs of Tukwila residents, and recognize the value of
regional collaboration..
VII. CONCLUSION/RECOMMENDATION
The City of Tukwila Draft and Final EIS provided extensive analysis of the environmental impacts
associated with implementing the 1995 Comprehensive Plan. The nature of the proposed changes is
such that none results in significant impacts, some reduce potential environmental impacts and all
remain within the range of alternatives examined in the DEIS and FEIS.
Staff has reviewed and proposed amendments and has found that they are consistent with the scope of
the EIS. Therefore, this action will not create additional or significant impacts and does not warrant
separate environmental review as outlined in the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), WAC 197-11.
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Prepared by: Rebecca Fox, Senior Planner
Date: March 26, 2013
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City of Tukwila
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Department of Community Development Jack Pace, Director
PROJECT TITLE:
City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Statement: Addendum Addressing the Elements
Adopted in 2014 as part of the 2015 Update to the Comprehensive Plan (File #E14-0012)
PROPOSED ACTION:
The City of Tukwila is proposing amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Development Code to address
changes in the Growth Management Act, and desired revisions. Comprehensive Plan amendments can be
adopted by the City Council once per year, except in cases of emergency, as authorized by the Growth
Management Act (RCW 36.70A) and the Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 18.80. The amendments discussed in
this Addendum will be adopted prior to June 30, 2015. This is a non -project (programmatic) EIS Addendum.
PROPONENT AND LEAD AGENCY:
City of Tukwila Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
SEPA RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL:
Jack Pace, Director
Tukwila Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
206-431-3670
CONTACT PERSON:
Rebecca Fox
Telephone: 206-431-3683
Email: Rebecca.fox@tukwilawa.gov
LOCATION OF DOCUMENTS:
City of Tukwila Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Online at: http://www.tukwilawa.gov/dcd/dcdcompplan.html
SEPA COMPLIANCE:
The Draft EIS (DEIS) for the Comprehensive Land Use Plan was issued on June 27, 1995. It was circulated to
adjacent jurisdictions, affected agencies and other parties with an interest. Comments were due on August 11,
1995 (extended from July 27, 1995). After comments were reviewed, the Final EIS (FEIS) (File # E92-0053) was
issued on October 9, 1995. An addendum to the FEIS addressing Zoning Code amendments was issued on
November 15, 1995. Both the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Zoning Code were adopted on December 4,
1995. In 2004, an addendum to the FEIS was prepared. The addendum addressed: 1) revisions to the sensitive
areas ordinance incorporating Best Available Science; and 2) limited technical revisions to several other elements
to reflect changes to the Growth Management Act. The addendum to the FEIS was issued on April 4, 2004.
Tukwila is performing the periodic update required per RCW36.70a.130 in phases. The City prepared an
addendum to the 1995 FEIS that addressed changes to the Transportation, Capital Facilities, Utilities, Natural
Environment, Southcenter and Shoreline (narrative only) elements that were adopted in 2013.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW—SCOPE OF EIS ADDENDUM (File #E14-0012):
The 1995 FEIS analyzed environmental impacts of the Comprehensive Plan in order to assess the impacts of the
Plan on Tukwila and its growth area. The EIS did not analyze the significance of site-specific impacts; rather it
focused on area -wide impacts for this non-project/programmatic document.
The City of Tukwila is using phased environmental review in preparing an Addendum to the EIS as it
amends the Comprehensive Plan in phases to address changes to the Growth Management Act, and regional
growth policies, as required by RCW36.70a.130. The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and rules established
for the act, WAC 197-11, outline procedures for the use of existing environmental documents and preparing
addenda to environmental decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS:
All environmental dements were adequately addressed by the 1995 Draft and Final Environmental Impact
Statement for the City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan (File #L92-0053), and 2004 Addendum. Subsequent
"project" actions resulting from policy changes will require the submittal of separate environmental review. These
will be analyzed for consistency with the original mitigating conditions and could require new mitigation based on
specific conditions. The changes to Comprehensive Plan policies that are addressed in the 2014 Addendum (File
#E14-0012) reflect regional policies contained in documents (Vision 2040 and King County Countywide Policy Plan)
that have received environmental review, and whose intent is to minimize environmental impacts through
sustainable development and compact regional growth patterns. Impacts of proposed development in the
Tukwila South area, including the Tukwila South Master Plan and Development Agreement, are addressed in the
FEIS prepared for the Tukwila South Project (2005).
SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS
The proposed amendments discussed in this addendum address amendments to five of the Comprehensive Plan's
15 elements that will be adopted in 2014. Overall Comprehensive Plan priorities remain unchanged. In general,
the elements have been reorganized and the policies regrouped and edited for greater clarity. Issue statements
have been added to preview groups of policies. Some policy language from the Puget Sound Regional Council's
Vision 2040, and King County's Countywide Planning Policies (2012) has been incorporated. Policies are revised to
align them with the priorities identified in Tukwila's Strategic Plan (2012).
A new Parks, Recreation and Open Space element has been added, and incorporates the Parks, Recreation and
Open Space Plan (2014). A rewritten Tukwila South element reflects the development agreement that was
adopted in 2009. Environmental review for Tukwila South development has been completed.
Parks, Recreation and Open Space:
The proposed policy changes will serve as the city's first Comprehensive Plan element dedicated to the parks,
recreation and open space system. These policies are based on the City's Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan,
adopted 2014. Specifically, the proposed element will:
• Relocate and consolidate parks, recreation and open space -related goals and policies from other
Comprehensive Plan elements into a single and specific element related to the parks, recreation and
open space system;
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• Provide clear and cohesive policies to guide the orderly development of the parks, recreation and open
space system;
• Address the physical capacity for additional recreation facilities in existing park lands.
• Build on the citywide vision identified in the City's Strategic Plan;
• Address the key parks and recreation needs identified by the public, including:
a. Improving nearby access to park land and recreation opportunities, calling for linkages among
streets, trails and parks;
b. Creating safe and inviting spaces and more connected parks and facilities to strengthen
neighborhoods, community identity and economic vitality; and
c. Fostering a common sense of ownership by encouraging parks and programs that foster social
interaction, gathering and use of the city's park and recreation system.
• Embrace the diversity of the city by encouraging interpretation, design and public programs and services.
• Support the plans, policies, projects and programs that will increase access to parks and recreation
opportunities in the Southcenter/Tukwila Urban Center, Tukwila South and Tukwila International
Boulevard areas.
• Support healthy lifestyles, play and learning through a variety of park and recreation facilities and
programs.
• Encourage environmentally -sustainable practices.
Community Image and Identity Element:
This element addresses a variety of topics that fall broadly under the "sense of place"/community
image/community identity category. The recommended element touches upon historic preservation, city
boundaries, residential areas, commercial areas, transportation corridors, Tukwila urban center, open space and
parks, and urban forestry as they relate to the appearance or impression a community presents to its residents,
visitors and workers.
Recommendations include:
• Relocate parks and open space goals and policies to the new Parks, Recreation and Open Space element;
• Delete Tukwila Urban Center goal and policy as this topic is now addressed in its own element;
• Add selected policies pertaining to historic preservation, business districts and parking standards from the
Transportation Corridors element;
• Move Urban forestry policies to the Natural Environment element (addressed during the 2013
Comprehensive Plan update);
• Add policies that embrace cultural diversity;
• Add policies that encourage taking proactive steps to establish a positive image for Tukwila; and
• Add policies that promote healthy living and access to nutritious food.
Roles and Responsibilities Element:
This element focuses on the social, rather than the physical, environment. It offers options to ensure basic needs
are met, safety and security provided for, and that communication is extensive and clear. Increased
communication to the diverse community and the goal of increasing involvement are emphasized. It also
acknowledges Tukwila's involvement in regional issues and partnerships.
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Recommendations include:
• Emphasize effective partnerships both across City departments and with a range of organizations to
meet community needs;
• Enhance policies relating to emergency management planning;
• Broaden policies that relate to safety and security to include long-term environmental security;
• Add flood management policies previously found in the Utilities element;
• Emphasize increased communication and engagement via new techniques to build meaningful
connections between the City and the diverse communities that make up Tukwila;
• Provide the public with greater access to information by increasing the City's cultural and linguistic
competency in the way it does business; and
• Emphasize the benefits of regional collaboration to Tukwila.
Tukwila South Element
Significant progress has occurred in Tukwila South over the last ten years to make the current Tukwila South
element outdated. It has been revised to reflect these changes.
The recommended element:
• Uses the Tukwila South Master Plan as a basis for the policies provided. Certain parts of the Sensitive
Areas Master Plan (SAMP) and Development Agreement are included in the revised Comprehensive Plan
element;
• Removes outdated language referencing the need for a master plan since the City has approved a master
plan for the area;
• Updates the "Background Section" to discuss the entitlements and agreements that are approved by the
City.
Economic Development Element
The Economic Development element has been rewritten to reflect changed conditions and priorities. The
recommended element:
• Adds significant language that addresses improving the "employability" of City residents;
• Updates the "Economic Setting" section with current data from the City's Strategic Plan and from the
Puget Sound Regional Council;
• Removes references to code enforcement. Economic Development does not conduct code enforcement
activities;
• Includes goals and policies from the City's Strategic Plan where applicable.
• Removes duplicate language that is found in other Comprehensive Plan Elements;
• "Implementation Policies" that have either been completed or which are outdated have been removed.
For example, language regarding completing overall environmental impact statements has been refined
to only discuss West Valley Highway and Tukwila International Boulevard, since area -wide environmental
impact statements have been completed for the Manufacturing Industrial Area, Southcenter, and Tukwila
South.
RECOMMENDATION:
The City of Tukwila Draft and Final EIS provided extensive analysis of the environmental impacts associated with
implementing the 1995 Comprehensive Plan. The nature of the proposed changes is such that none results in
significant impacts, some reduce potential environmental impacts and all remain within the range of alternatives
examined in the DEIS and FEIS.
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The City of Tukwila has reviewed and proposed amendments and has found that they are consistent with the
scope of the EIS. Therefore, this action will not create additional or significant impacts and does not warrant
separate environmental review as outlined in the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), WAC 197-11.
Signature:
Dated:
Jack Pace, Respon able Official
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2014 COMPREHENSIVE ZONE
DEVELOPMENT
CITY WIDE
PL13-0051
E14-0011 CHECKLIST
E14-0012 ADDENDUM
E15-0009 ADDENDUM
L13-0052 PLAN/ZONE
L13-0053 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0054 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0055 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0059 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0060 COMP PLAN AMEND
L13-0061 COMP PLAN AMEND
L14-0033 COMP PLAN AMEND
L14-0049 REZONE
L15-0017 REZONE
E15-0009 ADDENDUM
City of Tukwila Jim. Haggerton, Mayor
Department of Community Development Jack Pace, Director
PROJECT TITLE:
City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Statement: Addendum Addressing the
Elements Adopted in 2015 as part of the 2015 Update to the Comprehensive Plan (File #E15-0009)
PROPOSED ACTION:
The City of Tukwila is proposing amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Development Code to
address changes in the Growth Management Act, and desired revisions. This addendum covers
amendments that are being proposed as a result of the required, periodic update to the Comprehensive
Pian (RCW RCW 36.70A.130) Comprehensive Plan amendments can be adopted by the City Council once
per year, except in cases of emergency, as authorized by the Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A)
and the Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 18.80. The amendments discussed in this Addendum will be
adopted prior December 31, 2015. This is a non -project (programmatic) EIS Addendum.
PROPONENT AND LEAD AGENCY:
City of Tukwila Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
SEPA RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL:
Jack Pace, Director
Tukwila Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
206-431-3670
CONTACT PERSON:
Rebecca Fox
Telephone: 206-431-3683
Email: Rebecca.foxc tukwilawa.gov
LOCATION OF DOCUMENTS:
City of Tukwila Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Onlin e at: http://www.tukwilawa.gov/dcd/dcdcompplan.html
SEPA COMPLIANCE:
The Draft EIS (DEIS) for the Comprehensive Land Use Plan was issued on June 27, 1995. It was circulated
to adjacent jurisdictions, affected agencies and other parties with an interest. Comments were due on
August 11, 1995 (extended from July 27, 1995). After comments were reviewed, the Final EIS (FEIS) (File
# E92-0053) was issued on October 9, 1995. An addendum to the FEIS addressing Zoning Code
amendments was issued on November 15, 1995. Both the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Zoning
Code were adopted on December 4, 1995. In 2004, an addendum to the FEIS was prepared. The
addendum addressed: 1) revisions to the sensitive areas ordinance incorporating Best Available
Science; and 2) limited technical revisions to several other elements to reflect changes to the Growth
Management Act. The addendum to the FEIS was issued on April 4, 2004.
Tukwila is performing the 2015 periodic update required per RCW36.70a.130 in phases. The City
prepared an addendum to the 1995 FEIS that addressed changes to the Transportation, Capital Facilities,
Utilities, Natural Environment, Southcenter and Shoreline (narrative only) elements that were adopted
in 2013. Another addendum was prepared to address the impacts of elements that were adopted in
2014, including Community Image and Identity, Economic Development, Parks, Recreation and Open
Space, Tukwila South, and Roles and Responsibilities.
The current addendum addresses the final elements of the required Comprehensive Plan review,
including: Housing; Residential Neighborhoods (part of Land Use); and, Transportation
Corridors/Tukwila International Boulevard (part of Land Use). Also included are technical updates to the
Introduction, Vision, Glossary and Land Use Legend portions of the Plan.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW—SCOPE OF EIS ADDENDUM (File #E15-0009):
The 1995 FEIS analyzed environmental impacts of the Comprehensive Plan in order to assess the
impacts of the Plan on Tukwila and its growth area. The EIS did not analyze the significance of site-
specific impacts; rather it focused on area -wide impacts for this non-project/programmatic document.
The City of Tukwila is using phased environmental review in preparing an Addendum to the EIS as it
amends the Comprehensive Plan in phases to address changes to the Growth Management Act, and
regional growth policies, as required by RCW36.70a.130. The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and
rules established for the act, WAC 197-11, outline procedures for the use of existing environmental
documents and preparing addenda to environmental decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS:
All environmental elements were adequately addressed by the 1995 Draft and Final Environmental
Impact Statement for the City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan (File #L92-0053), and 2004 Addendum.
Subsequent "project" actions resulting from policy changes will require the submittal of separate
environmental review. These will be analyzed for consistency with the original mitigating conditions and
could require new mitigation based on specific conditions. The changes to Comprehensive Plan policies
that are addressed in the 2015 Addendum (File #E15-0009) reflect regional policies contained in
documents (Vision 2040 and King County Countywide Policy Plan) that have received environmental
review, and whose intent is to minimize environmental impacts through sustainable development and
compact, connected regional growth patterns.
SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS
The proposed amendments discussed in this addendum address amendments to three of the
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Comprehensive Plan's 15 elements that will be adopted in 2015, as well as updates to the introduction,
vision, glossary and land use map legend. The proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan reflect that
the Plan's overall priorities remain unchanged. Within the document, the elements have been
reorganized and the policies regrouped and edited for greater clarity. Issue statements have been
added to preview groups of policies. Policy intent and language from the Puget Sound Regional Council's
Vision 2040, and King County's Countywide Planning Policies (2012) have been incorporated as needed.
Policies are revised to align them with the priorities identified in Tukwila's Strategic Plan (2012), as well
as additional input received from the public.
Tukwila International Boulevard District Element:
The Transportation Corridors Element is part of the Comprehensive Plan's required land use section. As
the name suggests, the current Transportation Corridors element includes policies and strategies for the
Tukwila International Boulevard, Southcenter Boulevard and Interurban areas. With this update, it has
been refocused on Tukwila International Boulevard exclusively and renamed "Tukwila International
Boulevard District" element. This change reflects the importance of this neighborhood to City
redevelopment efforts. Policies for the remaining transportation corridors have either been
accomplished, relocated into other Elements, or in certain cases, deleted.
The proposed policies and implementation strategies reflect updates to other Comprehensive Plan
elements, and incorporate community priorities expressed in the Strategic Plan, through Community
Conversations meetings, open house and the City Council/Planning Commission work sessions.
Specifically, the proposed Tukwila International Boulevard (TIB) District element will:
1. Add a new Vision for the TIB District that reflects community comments and joint City
Council/Planning Commission work sessions.
2. Include land use policies focused on developing a more intensive mix of uses in mid to high rise
developments in two key areas ("nodes") along the Boulevard:
a. Village Node --Near the S. 144th St/TIB intersection — A mix of residential and community -serving
commercial uses;
b. Transit -Oriented Development (TOD) Node --Near the Tukwila International Boulevard Link Light Rail
Station — Transit -oriented development that leverages the "one stop from the airport" location, and
includes more regional -serving office, services, and housing.
3. Outside of node areas, policies encourage a variety of low to mid rise uses including residential and
neighborhood -serving services; limited new retail development.
4. Add new policies to support the community's vision for the TIB District:
a. Develop a unique, authentic character for the TIB District that promotes the area's ethnic diversity
and attracts local and regional visitors to the area.
b. Make TIB a "main street" or spine of the neighborhood with on -street parking, slower vehicular
speeds, and more crosswalks, and with buildings oriented to the street.
c. Improve pedestrian safety, walkability, and connectivity by expanding the sidewalk network from TIB
to adjacent neighborhoods and linking activity areas.
d. Shift market perception and economics via "placemaking."
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e. Continue efforts to reduce crime, stabilize neighborhoods, and actively engage residents and
businesses in the TIB District redevelopment efforts.
Housing Element:
The Housing Element is a required part of the Comprehensive Plan. The element must be consistent with
the GMA's housing goals to: 1) Encourage the availability of affordable housing to all economic segments
of the population of this state; 2) Promote a variety of residential densities and housing types; 3)
Encourage preservation of existing neighborhoods.
The proposed policies and implementation strategies reflect updates to other Comprehensive Plan
elements, and incorporate community priorities expressed in the Strategic Plan, through Community
Conversations meetings and the City Council/Planning Commission work session.
Specifically, the proposed Housing element will:
1. Continue to provide sufficient housing
a. Update development regulations to accommodate future growth
2. Provide safe, healthy, affordable housing for all residents
a. Support the creation and preservation of affordable housing through partnerships and
leveraging new and existing resources
b. Allow for a greater variety of housing options by reinstating innovative housing
demonstration projects (past Housing Options program)
3. Support regional collaboration to preserve and create housing opportunities for all residents
a. Assess housing at the regional level as housing issues go beyond city boundaries
b. Coordinate on regional funding efforts
4. Enhance neighborhood quality through an improved housing stock
a. Support housing maintenance and rehabilitation through partnerships and leveraging
new and existing resources
b. Coordinate maintenance efforts with support services to better assist residents of varying
backgrounds, needs, and abilities
5. Provide housing for persons in all stages of life
a. Partner with local groups to better reach historically hard to serve populations
6. Increase Tong -term residency
a. Support neighborhood associations and groups
b. Explore partnerships with the school districts serving Tukwila
Residential Neighborhoods Element
The Residential Neighborhoods Element is part of the Comprehensive Plan's required land use section.
The element seeks to consider the character of the neighborhoods and how development looks and
functions. Additional aspects of residential neighborhoods are integrated throughout the
Comprehensive Plan, including the Community Image and Identity, Transportation, Tukwila International
Boulevard District, and Natural Environment elements.
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The proposed policies and implementation strategies reflect updates to other Comprehensive Plan
elements, and incorporate community priorities expressed in the Strategic Plan, through Community
Conversations meetings and the City Council/Planning Commission work session.
Specifically, the proposed Residential Neighborhoods element will:
1. Group compatible and mutually supportive land uses
a. Update the Comprehensive Plan map to preserve and support stable residential areas
2. Enhance and preserve neighborhood quality
a. Improve public infrastructure, including financing the development of sidewalks
b. Replace vegetation and open space lost to development
3. Enhance and revitalize neighborhoods to encourage social and environmental sustainability
a. Utilize City and non -City funding to promote neighborhood revitalization efforts including
infrastructure improvements
b. Decrease greenhouse gas emissions by promoting active transportation
4. Encourage neighborhood development with a high-quality, pedestrian character
a. Develop infill standards by neighborhood to encourage compatible development
b. Develop multifamily development standards to better integrate development into the
surrounding community
5. Support the development of neighborhood -supportive commercial areas
a. Promote commercial and mixed-use development that reflects the scale and architect of
surrounding residential structures and promotes a pedestrian character
b. Ensure appropriate transitions between commercial and residential zones
6. Protect neighborhoods from undue noise impacts
a. Coordinate with the Port of Seattle and King County Airport to decrease the adverse
effects of airport operations
b. Discourage incompatible land uses adjacent to residential neighborhoods
Introduction/Vision/Glossary/Map Legend:
The Introduction, and Vision sections are being slightly updated to reflect ways that Tukwila's
circumstances and the Comprehensive Plan document have changed since 1995. The Strategic Plan and
new outreach techniques, such as the website and community liaisons, are included. Changing
references from "citizen" to "resident" reflects that not all Tukwila's residents are US citizens. The
Glossary has been updated to provide greater clarity and timeliness for the reader.
Changes to the Land Use Legend are technical in nature, and reflect updates that have been made to the
Housing, Southcenter/Tukwila Urban Center, Tukwila International Boulevard/Transportation Corridors
and Tukwila South elements:
• Remove specific density limits in residential designations to allow for greater Zoning Code
flexibility
• Add TUC subdistricts developed as part of the subarea plan
• Change Tukwila South Master Plan Area to include a discussion of the Tukwila South Overlay
• Delete Transportation Corridors subarea and add Tukwila International Boulevard
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• Delete Tukwila Urban Center Mixed use Residential
• Delete Tukwila Valley South Mixed Use Residential
RECOMMENDATION:
The City of Tukwila Draft and Final EIS provided extensive analysis of the environmental impacts
associated with implementing the 1995 Comprehensive Plan. None of the current updates and changes
results in significant impacts. Some reduce potential environmental impacts such as through increased
reliance on pedestrian and non -motorized transportation options, better connections within the
community, and more compact development patterns. All are generally within the range of alternatives
examined in the original DEIS and FEIS.
The City of Tukwila has reviewed and proposed amendments and has found that they are consistent
with the scope of the EIS. Therefore, this action will not create additional or significant impacts and
does not warrant separate environmental review as outlined in the State Environmental Policy Act
(SEPA), WAC 197-11.
Signature:e_.-
Jack e, Responsible Official
Dated:
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City of Tukwila Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Department of Community Development Jack Pace, Director
NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT ADDENDUM ISSUANCE AND AVAILABILITY
On July 6, 2015, the City of Tukwila issued an addendum to the Tukwila Comprehensive Plan Final
Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS), pursuant to the State Environmental Policy Act rules (Chapter
197-11 WAC) (File # E15-0009). The FEIS was previously issued on October 9, 1995 (File #L92-0053).
The addendum addresses the review and update of the Comprehensive Plan that is required by the
Washington Growth Management Act per RCW36.70a.130. It includes amendments to the Housing,
Residential Neighborhoods and Tukwila International Boulevard District (formerly Transportation
Corridors) elements. Additionally, technical revisions to the Introduction, Vision, Glossary and Land Use
Map Legend are included. The revisions reflect changes in the Growth Management Act, and
incorporate information from current regional plans , Tukwila's Strategic Plan, and public input. The
Comprehensive Plan is also edited for clarity. This is a non -project (programmatic) EIS addendum.
Copies of the addendum, and original FEIS are available for review at:
City of Tukwila Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The addendum is also available online at: http://www.tukwilawa.gov/dcd/dcdcompplan.html
Staff contact:
Rebecca Fox, Senior Planner
Rebecca.fox@tukwilawa.gov
206-431-3683
STAFF EVALUATION
FOR SEPA ADDENDUM
File No: E15-009
I. SUMMARY OF PROPOSED ACTION
The proposal is an addendum to the FEIS for the 1995 Comprehensive Land Use Plan to for a
portion of the required 2015 Growth Management Act (GMA) Update to the Comprehensive Plan.
This is a non -project action.
II. GENERAL INFORMATION
Project Name: Environmental Review --2015 Elements for 2015 Comprehensive
Plan Update
Applicant: City of Tukwila
Location: Citywide
Zoning and Comprehensive
Plan Designation: Citywide
III. REVIEW PROCESS
The proposed action is subject to State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) review as the project does
not meet the exemptions listed under WAC 197-11-800.
IV. PROPOSAL
The City of Tukwila is proposing amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Development
Code to address changes in the Growth Management, and regional planning documents as part
of the 2015 review and update to the Comprehensive Plan as required by RCW 36.70a.130.
Comprehensive Plan amendments can be adopted by the City Council once per year, except in
cases of emergency, as authorized by the Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A) and the
Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 18.80. The amendments discussed in this Addendum will be
adopted during prior to December 31, 2015. This is a non -project (programmatic) EIS
Addendum.
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V. SEPA COMPLIANCE:
The Draft EIS (DEIS) for Tukwila's Comprehensive Land Use Plan was issued on June 27, 1995
(File # L92-0053). It was circulated to adjacent jurisdictions, affected agencies and other
parties with an interest. Comments were due on August 11, 1995 (extended from July 27,
1995). After comments were reviewed, the Final EIS (FEIS) was issued on October 9, 1995. An
addendum to the FEIS addressing Zoning Code amendments was issued on November 15,
1995. Both the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Zoning Code were adopted on December 4,
1995. In 2004, an addendum to the FEIS was prepared. The addendum addressed: 1)
revisions to the sensitive areas ordinance incorporating Best Available Science; and 2) limited
technical revisions to several other elements to reflect changes to the Growth Management
Act. The addendum to the FEIS was issued on April 4, 2004.
The proposed changes contained in this addendum are part of the periodic review of the
Comprehensive Plan that is required per RCW 36.70A.130. Tukwila has performed its review
and update in phases over several years, and has prepared an addendum to the 1995 FEIS for
each phase of the update. This included File #13-0004 in 2013 covering changes to the
Transportation, Capital Facilities, Utilities, Southcenter, Natural Environment and Shoreline
(narrative only) elements of the Comprehensive Plan. The 2014 addendum (#E14-0012)
addressed changes to the Community Image and Identity, Economic Development, Tukwila
South and Roles and Responsibilities elements, as well as the adoption of a new Parks,
Recreation and Open Space element.
VI. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS:
This is a non -project action. All environmental impacts were adequately addressed by the 1995
Draft and Final Environmental Impact Statement for the City of Tukwila Comprehensive Plan, and
2004 Addendum. Further, subsequent "project" actions will require the submittal of separate
environmental review. These will be analyzed for consistency with the original mitigating
conditions and could require new mitigation based on specific conditions.
VII. SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS:
The proposed revisions to Tukwila's Comprehensive Plan policies that are addressed in the
2015 Addendum to the 1995 FEIS reflect changes to the Washington Growth Management Act
(GMA), and regional policies that are contained in documents (Vision 2040 and King County
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Countywide Policy Plan). Vision 2040 and King County Countywide Policies have received
environmental review. In general, the policies contained in these documents are intended to
minimize environmental impacts through guidance for sustainable development, and compact,
connected regional growth patterns.
The proposed amendments discussed in this Addendum address revisions to the required
Housing element, changes to the Residential Neighborhoods (part of the required land use
element), and a refocusing of the Transportation Corridors element (also part of the required
land use element) to Tukwila International Boulevard. In addition, technical revisions have
been made to the Introduction, Vision, Glossary and Land Use legend sections to reflect
changed conditions and other changes to the document. These revisions are the final phase of
the required, periodic Comprehensive Plan update.
The Comprehensive Plan's overall priorities remain unchanged. The individual elements have
been reorganized and the policies regrouped and edited for greater clarity. Some policies
and/or language from Vision 2040 and from King County's Countywide Planning Policies (2012)
has been incorporated, as well as policies reflecting Tukwila's Strategic Plan (2012). Housing
targets are updated.
Revisions to the Housing Element include goals and policies that are intended to:
• Provide safe, healthy, affordable housing for all residents,
• support regional collaboration to preserve and create housing opportunities for all
residents;
• Enhance neighborhood quality through an improved housing stock;
• Provide housing for persons in all stages of life, and
• Increase long-term residency
Proposed policy changes for the Residential Neighborhoods Element seek to:
• Group compatible and mutually supportive land uses;
• Enhance and preserve neighborhood quality;
• Enhance and revitalize neighborhoods to encourage social and environmental
sustainability ;
• Encourage neighborhood development with a high-quality, pedestrian character ;
• Support the development of neighborhood -supportive commercial areas; and,
• Protect neighborhoods from undue noise impacts
Proposed goal and policy changes for the newly -refocused Tukwila International Boulevard
District Element (formerly the Transportation Corridors Element) include the following:
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• Add a new Vision for the Tukwila International Boulevard (TIB) District land use policies
that is directed toward developing a more intensive mix of uses in mid to high rise
developments in two key areas ("nodes") along the Boulevard;
• Develop a unique, authentic character for the TIB District that promotes the area's
ethnic diversity and attracts local and regional visitors to the area;
• Make TIB a "main street" or spine of the neighborhood;
• Improve pedestrian safety, walkability, and connectivity by expanding the sidewalk
network from TIB to adjacent neighborhoods and linking activity areas;
• Shift market perception and economics via "placemaking"; and,
• Continue efforts to reduce crime, stabilize neighborhoods, and actively engage
residents and businesses in the TIB District redevelopment efforts.
Introduction/Vision/Glossary/Comprehensive Plan Map Legend:
In addition to review and updating the elements, additional portions of the Comprehensive
Plan are being updated. The Introduction, and Vision sections are slightly revised to reflect
ways in which Tukwila's circumstances and the Comprehensive Plan document have changed
since 1995. The Strategic Plan and new outreach techniques, such as the website and
community liaisons, are included. Changing references from "citizen" to "resident" reflects
that Tukwila's residents are not all US citizens.
The Glossary has been edited to ensure that terms and definitions are up-to-date and relevant
to the reader.
Changes to the Land Use Legend are technical in nature, and reflect updates that have been
made to the Housing, Southcenter/Tukwila Urban Center, Tukwila International
Boulevard/Transportation Corridors and Tukwila South elements.
VII. CONCLUSION/RECOMMENDATION
The City of Tukwila Draft and Final EIS provided extensive analysis of the environmental
impacts associated with implementing the 1995 Comprehensive Plan. The nature of the
proposed changes is such that none results in significant impacts, some reduce potential
environmental impacts and all remain within the range of alternatives examined in the DEIS
and FEIS.
Staff has reviewed and proposed amendments and has found that they are consistent with the
scope of the EIS. Therefore, this action will not create additional or significant impacts and
does not warrant separate environmental review as outlined in the State Environmental Policy
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Act (SEPA), WAC 197-11.
Prepared by: Rebecca Fox, Senior Planner
Date: June 29, 2015
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AGENCY LABELS
( ) US Corps of Engineers
( ) Federal HWY Admin
( ) Federal Transit Admin, Region 10
( ) Dept of Fish & Wildlife
Section 1 FEDERAL AGENCIES
( ) US Environmental Protection Agency (E.P.A.)
( ) US Dept of HUD
( ) National Marine Fisheries Service
Section 2 WASHINGTON STATE AGENCIES
( ) Office of Archaeology
Transportation Department (WSDOT NW)
) Dept of Natural Resources
( ) Office of the Governor
WA State Community Development
WA Fisheries & Wildlife, MillCreek Office
( ) WA Fisheries & Wildlife, Larry Fisher,
1775 12th Ave NW Ste 201, Issaquah WA 98027
( ) Dept of Social & Health Services
( ) Dept of Ecology NW Regional Office, Shoreland Div.
SHORELINE NOD REQUIRES RETURN RECEIPT
czQ Dept of Ecology, SEPA **Send Electronically
( ) Office of Attorney General
( ) Office of Hearing Examiner
( ) KC Boundary Review Board
( ) Fire District # 11
( ) Fire District # 2
( ) KC Wastewater Treatment Div
( ) KC Dept of Parks & Recreation
( ) KC Assessor's Office
Section 3 KING COUNTY AGENCIES
( ) Health Department
( ) Port of Seattle
¢Q KC Dev & Enviro Services-SEPA Info Center
( ) KC Metro Transit Div-SEPA Official, Environmental Planning
( ) KC Dept of Natural Resources
( ) KC Dept of Natural Resources, Andy Levesque
( ) KC Public Library System
( ) Foster Library
( ) Renton Library
( ) Kent Library
( ) Seattle Library
Section 4 SCHOOLS/LIBRARIES
( ) Westfield Mall Library
( ) Tukwila School District
( ) Highline School District
( ) Seattle School District
( ) Renton School District
( ) QWEST Communications
( ) Seattle City Light
( ) Puget Sound Energy
( ) Highline Water District
( ) Seattle Planning &Dev/Water Dept
( ) Comcast
Section 5 UTILITIES
( ) BP Olympic Pipeline
( ) Val-Vue Sewer District
( ) Water District # 20
( ) Water District # 125
( ) City of Renton Public Works
( ) Bryn Mawr-Lakeridge Sewer/Water Dist
( ) Seattle Public Utilities
( ) Waste Management
( ) Tukwila City Departments
( ) Public Works ( ) Fire
( ) Police ( ) Finance
( ) Planning ( ) Building
( ) Parks & Rec ( ) Mayor
( ) City Clerk
Section 6 CITY AGENCIES
¢Q Kent Planning Dept
(x) Renton Planning Dept
City of SeaTac
City of Burien
City of Seattle
( ) Strategic Planning *Notice of all Seattle Related Projects
Puget Sound Regional Council
( ) SW KC Chamber of Commerce
( Muckleshoot Indian Tribe *
Q4 Cultural Resources
(}4' Fisheries Program
(X Wildlife Program
€>4 Duwamish Indian Tribe *
Section 7 OTHER LOCAL AGENCIES
( ) Puget Sound Clean Air Agency
( ) Sound Transit/SEPA
( ) Duwamish River Clean Up Coalition *
( ) Washington Environmental Council
( ) People for Puget Sound *
( ) Futurewise
* send notice of all applications on Green/Duwamish River
( ) Seattle Times
( ) South County Journal
Section 8 MEDIA
( ) Highline Times
(K) City of Tukwila Website
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