HomeMy WebLinkAboutPermit PL15-0020 - FIKRA KAMIL - TREE PERMIT NON-SHORELINETREE PERMIT
NON -SHORELINE
Parent Project:
PL15-0020
APPROVED
This File:
L15-0024
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June 11, 2015
City of Tukwila Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Department of Community Development Jack Pace, Director
STAFF REPORT AND NOTICE OF DECISION
TO: Ms. Fikra Kamil, Applicant
King County Assessor, Accounting Division
Washington State Department of Ecology
This letter serves as a notice of decision and is issued pursuant to TMC 18.104.170 on the following project
and permit approval.
I. PROJECT INFORMATION
Project File Number: L15-0024
Applicant: Fikra Kamil
Type of Permit Applied for: Tree Cutting Permit
Project Description: Removal and replacement of nine trees in a steep slope area
Location: 14450 58th Ave. South
Associated Files: None
Comprehensive Plan
Designation/Zoning
District:
II. BACKGROUND
Low Density Residential
This tree permit is the result of a code enforcement action for the removal of trees in a steep
slope area without a permit. A total of nine trees were removed, four between 4-8 inches in
diameter and five between 8-12 inches in diameter. The site of the tree removal is illustrated in
the photo below:
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6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Suite #100 • Tukwila, Washington 98188 • Phone 206-431-3670 • Fax: 206-431-3665
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Staff Discussion
The City's tree regulations are found in TMC 18.54. TMC 18.54.050 1. states that clearing of
any vegetation in a sensitive area requires a Tree Clearing Permit. DCD staff visited the site to
observe the site conditions. Based on the tree replacement ratios found in TMC 18.54.130 3., a
total of 14 trees will need to be planted to replace the trees that were removed (one replacement
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tree for removed trees 4-8 inches in diameter; two replacement trees for removed trees 8-12
inches in diameter).
The site conditions present some challenges for planting new replacement trees given the steep
slopes and remaining trees with established root systems. Blackberries and ivy also cover the
hillside which will need to be removed in order for the new trees to thrive. The trees removed
were all deciduous trees — the applicant may choose from a mix of evergreen and deciduous trees
to plant as replacements. The stumps of the cut trees will remain to provide habitat benefits and
to avoid destabilizing the slope. Wood chip or bark mulch will be spread across the planting area.
Planting will be deferred to the fall, when the weather is more conducive to plant survival.
III. DECISION
SEPA Determination: The City's SEPA Responsible Official has previously determined that this
application does not require a SEPA threshold determination because it is categorically exempt.
Decision on Substantive Permit: The City Planning Supervisor has determined that the application
for a Tree Cutting Permit does comply with applicable City and state code requirements and has
approved that application, subject to any conditions which are set forth in the Decision below:
1. A total of fourteen (14) replacement trees are required to be planted.
2. Clear the blackberries, weeds and ivy from the hillside to avoid invasive plants crowding
out the new trees.
3. The tree stumps are to remain on the site to avoid destabilizing the slope with their
removal and to provide habitat benefits.
4. It will be necessary to work around existing tree roots — be careful not to damage existing
tree roots in preparing the slope for new tree plantings.
5. Place four (4) inches of mulch around the newly planted trees — do not place mulch
directly against the tree trunk. As a way to discourage the return of the blackberry and
other invasive plants, the slopes can be sheet mulched (cut back weeds, place cardboard
on the ground and cover with mulch).
6. Select three different types of trees from the list below to plant as replacement trees.
Minimum size for deciduous trees is 2.5 inch caliper; minimum size for evergreen trees is
6-8 feet in height:
a. Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)
b. Cedar (Thuja plicata)
c. Shore Pine (Pinus contorta)
d. Western White Pine (Pinus monticola)
e. Hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana)
f. Vine Maple (Acer circinatum)
g. Hazelnut (Corylus cornuta)
h. Bitter Cherry (Prunus lasiocarpus)
7. Tree planting may be deferred to the fall to ensure plant survivability, but must be planted
by October 31, 2015.
8. Allow 10-12 feet in between each newly planted tree.
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IV. YOUR APPEAL RIGHTS
The Decision on this Permit Application is a Type 1 decision pursuant to Tukwila Municipal
Code § 18.104.010. Other land use applications related to this project may still be pending.
No administrative appeal of a DNS or an EIS is permitted. One administrative appeal to the City
Hearing Examiner of the Decision on the Permit itself is permitted. If an MDNS was issued, any
person wishing to challenge either the conditions which were imposed by the MDNS decision or the
failure of the Department to impose additional conditions in the MDNS must raise such issues as
part of the appeal to the Hearing Examiner.
A party who is not satisfied with the outcome of the Hearing Examiner appeal process may file an
appeal in King County Superior Court from the Hearing Examiner's decision„
V. PROCEDURES AND TIME FOR APPEALING
In order to appeal the Planning Supervisor's decision on the Permit Application, a written notice
of appeal must be filed with the Department of Community Development within 14 days of the
issuance of this decision, that is by 5:00 p.m., Friday, June 26, 2015.
The requirements for such appeals are set forth in Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 18.116. All
appeal materials shall be submitted to the Department of Community Development. Appeal
materials MUST include:
1. The name of the appealing party.
2. The address and phone number of the appealing party; and if the appealing party is a
corporation, association or other group, the address and phone number of a contact person
authorized to receive notices on the appealing party's behalf.
3. A statement identifying the decision being appealed and the alleged errors in the decision,
including any specific challenge to an MDNS.
4. The Notice of Appeal shall identify (a) the specific errors of fact or errors in application of
the law in the decision being appealed; (b) the harm suffered or anticipated by the appellant,
and (c) the relief sought. The scope of an appeal shall be limited to matters or issues raised in
the Notice of Appeal.
5. Appeal fee per the current fee schedule, additional hourly charges may apply. In addition all
hearing examiner costs will be passed through to the appellant.
VI. APPEAL HEARINGS PROCESS
Any administrative appeal regarding the Permit shall be conducted as a closed record hearing
before the Hearing Examiner based on the information presented to the Planning Supervisor, who
made the original decision. No new evidence or testimony will be permitted during the appeal
hearing. Parties will be allowed to present oral argument based on the information presented to
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the Planning Supervisor before their decision was issued. The Hearing Examiner's decision on the
appeal is the City's final decision.
Any party wishing to challenge the Hearing Examiner's decision on this application must file an
appeal pursuant to the procedures and time limitations set forth in RCW Chapter 36.70C. If no
appeal of the Hearing Examiner's decision is properly filed in Superior Court within such time
limit, the Decision on this permit will be final.
VII. INSPECTION OF INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION
Project materials including the application, any staff reports, and other studies related to the permits
are available for inspection at the Tukwila Department of Community Development, 6300
Southcenter Blvd., Suite 100, Tukwila, Washington 98188 from Monday through Friday between
8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The project planner is Carol Lumb, who may be contacted at 206-431-3661
for further information.
Property owners affected by this decision may request a change in valuation for their property tax
purposes. Contact the King County Assessor's Office for further information regarding property tax
valuation changes.
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Department of Community Development
City of Tukwila
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REVIEW CRITERIA
The applicant bears responsibility for demonstrating that the proposal satisfies all of the permit approval criteria. Planning
Division staff are available to discuss the decision criteria you must respond to and necessary supporting materials.
PERMIT APPROVAL CRITERIA
To the extent that vegetation retention and/or replacement is consistent with project feasibility or reasonable use of the
property, vegetation clearing shall be planned and conducted to meet all of the criteria below. These criteria shall be the
basis for approval, approval with conditions or denial of any tree clearing included in a Tree Removal and Landscape
Modification Permit application.
Tree Replacement Standards
a. Tree Replacement in Sensitive Areas (wetlands, watercourses, buffers and steep slopes).
1). Each existing significant tree removed shall be replaced with new tree(s), native to the Pacific Northwest and
the number of trees to be replaced will be based on the diameter of the existing tree as shown below, up to a
maximum density of 70 new trees per acre.
2). Tree Replacement Ratios
Diameter of Existing No. of Replacement
Tree Removed Trees Required
•� 4 - 8 inches 1
6 8 - 12 inches 2
12 - 18 inchs 4
18 - 24 inches 6
>24 inches 8
3) Tree sizes. Replacement tree sizes at planting shall be determined on a case by case basis, but generally in
watercourses and wetlands and their buffers, replacement plants may be between 1 and 5 gallon potted plants.
Large caliper replacement trees, as specified in the landscape code may be required for steep slope tree
replacement.
b. Tree Replacement in Landscaped Areas
1) Each tree removed will be replaced on a one-to-one basis with a species that will attain a similar size and
canopy coverage at maturity as the removed tree would have attained.
2) Exceptions will be considered if there are utility, overhead electrical, lines, or other space limitations.
3) Replacement Tree Quality and Size. Prior to any tree removal, the applicant shall demonstrate through the
Tree Replacement Plan that replacement trees will meet the following minimum standards:
a. Minimum sizes shall be 2.5-inch caliper for deciduous trees, 6 to 8 feet in height for evergreen trees, 24
inches in height for shrubs, and 1 gallon for groundcover.
b. Replacement plants shall meet current American Standard for Nursery Stock (American Nursery and
Landscape Association — ANLA);
c. Trees shall be species suited to and adapted to the local climate.
d. Planting and maintenance of required replacement trees shall be in accordance with best management
practices which ensure the tree's long-term health and survival.
c. Impacts to Surrounding Environment - The timing of, and methods to be used in any proposed vegetation
removal shall be such that impacts to protected vegetation, wildlife, fisheries and the surrounding
environment are minimized.
d. Tree Relocation - Tree relocation shall be carried out according to best management practices, and trees
proposed for relocation shall have a reasonable chance of survival.
CITY OF TUKWILA
Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
Telephone: (206) 431-3670
TREE REMOVAL
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MODIFICATION
PERMIT
APPLICATION
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT:
LOCATION OF PROJECT/DEVELOPMENT: Give street address or, if vacant, indicate lot(s), block and
subdivision, access street, and nearest intersection.
LIST ALL TAX LOT NUMBERS (this information may be found on your tax statement).
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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.
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