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ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
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Purpose of Checklist:
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider the environmental
impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An environmental impact statement (EIS) trust be prepared for all proposals with
probable significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help
you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can be done) and to
help the agency decide whether an EIS is required.
Instructions for Applicants:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal_ Governmental agencies use this
checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer-
the
nswerthe questions briefly, with the most precise information known, or give the best description you can.
You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you should be able to answer
the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to hire experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if
a question does not apply to your proposal, write "do not know" or does not apply". Complete answers to the questions now may
avoid unnecessary delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations. such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations. Answer these questions if
you can_ If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of
land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you
submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there
may be significant adverse impact_
Use of checklist for nonproject proposals:
Complete this checklist for nonproject proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply_" IN ADDITION, complete
the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJL-CT ACTIONS (part D)_
For nonproject actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as
"proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively.
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: An ordinance of the City of Edmonds, Washington, establishing a qualified
building setback exemption for residential projects with expired County building permits.
2. Name of applicant: Jen Machuga, Planner
City of Edmonds
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
121 — 5eh Ave. N
Edmonds, WA 98020
(425) 771-0220
4. Date checklist prepared: July 28, 2009
5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Edmonds
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6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
A hearing.will. be conducted at the Planning Board or the drat ordinance_ The Plannin Board will then make a
recommendation_ on the draft ordinance to the City Council ,for a final decision. The Planning Board hearing and City,
Council decision are anticipated to be completed by the fall af?009.
7- Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this
proposal? If yes, explain.
S. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related
to this proposal.
The City ofEdmonds has not prepared specific studies related to this proposal.
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting
the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known_
Review of draft ordinance by Department of Commerce {formerly Department of Community. Trade and Economic
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and 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.
The sub ect proposal is or a non- ro'ect action which includes the polential ado tion of an ordinance b • the City
Council. The draft ordinance would provide a residential setback exemption to properties that have been annexed into
the Citti_of Edmonds since 1994 that had valid building permits on the date of annexation, but which subsequenfl
ex iced ivithout mala rovaL The setback exemption would allow certain residential properties to complete the work
that was started under Countv permits at the County setbacks in effect ai the time the property was annexed..so long as
all other current zoning and building code regifirements are met.
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your
proposed project, including a street address, if any, and. section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal
would occur over a range of area, provide range or boundaries of the site(s)- Provide 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.
This is a cit --wide ordinance that would s eci scall ' agply to residential pLQperties.ivithin the city that have been
annexed from unincorporated Snohomish County since 1994_
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one)_ Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other:
Not applicable. The prQposal is a non -project, non -site -s eci is action that will take e ect ci •-wide_
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
.Not applicable. Tare proposal is a non-proiect, non -site-specific action that will take e wt city-wide.
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C. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, and muck)? If you
know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland_
Not applicable-_ The proposal is a non proiect non -site-specific action that will take effect city-ivide- -_
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe.
The proposal is a non project, non -site-specific action that will take e&ect city-wide. The citv's critical areas
Wraps indicate areas ofene�lope and soil instability -
e. Describe the purpose, type and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source
of fill.
None- this is a non -project action and no construction or land use activity is ty osed-
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
No; this is a non- roieci action and no construction or land use activity is proposed-
g.
ro osed
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for
example, asphalt or buildings)?
Not applicable. The proposal is a non project n� orr�site-specific action that will take effect city -wide -
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
None: this is a non project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed. Any construction projects
done in accordance with the ro osed ordinance must com lv with best management practices and all applicable
critical areas and erosion control regulations ulations in effect at the time of qpplieation submittal -
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile, odors, and
industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe
and give approximate quantities if known.
None- this is a non-12roject action and no construction or land use activity is proposed-
b.
ro osed
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may effect your proposal? If so, generally describe.
No- this is a non- ro'ect action and no construction or land use activit . is proposed.
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to the, if any:
None- this is a non project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed_ Any construction proiects
done in accordance with the proposed ordinance must com h- with best manaement practices.
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, and wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If
appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into.
The City of Edmonds adLoins Pu et Sound. A number o steams and small bodies of water are also present
throughout the city, The proposal, however- is a non -project, non -site -s eci rc action that will take e ect
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(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: this is a non -project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed. -
(3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would he 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.
Nane this is a non-proLect action and no construction or land use activit • is proposed-
(4)
ro osed
(4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description,
purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No this is a non -project action_ and no construction or land use activity is proposed
(5) Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan_
The city's main 104 -year flood prone area Lies adLacend to Puget Sound in the developed waterrant area.
Tire proposal, however, is a non-proiect, non -site-specific action that will take e,ffect city-wide_
(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.
Aro- this is a non- ro"ect action and no construction or land use activi is proposed.
h. 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, this is a non -project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed
(2) Describe waste material 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.
None,- this is a non project action and no construction or land use activi _ • is proposed.
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 into other waters?
If so, describe.
Alone: this is a non project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed.
(2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
No; this is a non-proiect action and no construction or land use acth*y is proposed.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any:
None: this is a non project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed. Any construction protects
done in accordance with the proposed ordinance must comply with best mans eg ment practices and all applicable
critical areas and/or stormtivater regulations in effect at the time ofapplication submittal.
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4- Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: Note that this is a non -project action that is not site-
speefc. All of the following tapes of vegetation occur to some degree within the city_
X deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other:
X evergreen tree: lir, cedar, pine, other:
X shrubs
X grass
X pasture
crop or grain
X wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other:
X water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other:
other types of vegetation:
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
None; this is a nota project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed
C. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
Not a licabie- this is a non- ro Lett action and no construction or land use activity isproposed-
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other materials to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site,
if any:
None- this is a non- ro iect action and no construction or land use activity is PLUosed_
5. Animals
a. Check or circle any birds and animals that have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or
near the site: As noted above, this is a non project action that is not site-specific. A wide variety of species of
birds and animals occur within the city.
X birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other:
X mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
X fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other:
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
S ecies of concern in Washinbton State such as the Bald Ea le Great Blue .Reran and aci rc salmons ecies arc
resent within or in the vicinity of the city- However this is a non_ ro -ect non site -s eci tc action and no
construction or land use activit - is proposed.
C. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
The city is outside the major Pacific Flyway,but local mitrration a some s ecies e- g. Canada Goose does occur
in the area. Ho>vever, this is a non- ro'ect non -site -s eci tc action and no construction or land use activity is
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
None; this is a non- ro-ect action and no construction or land use activi ; is proposed- Anv construction projects
done in accordance ivith the proposed ordinance must comply with best mans ement ractices and all a licable
critical areas regulations in effect at the time o a lication submittal -
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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.
None, this is a non -pro
ject action and no construction or land use activity is proposed. T
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally
describe.
No: this is a non project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed _
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:
None,- this is a nonproject action and no construction or land use activity is proposed.
7. Environmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chenucals, risk of fire and
explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so describe.
No; this is a non-pM&ct action and no construction or land use. activity is proposed.
(1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
Nonethis is a non- ro act action and no construction or land use activity is proposed.
(2) Proposed measures to reduce or control en-Oronmental health hazards, if any:
None: this is a non -project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed. Any construction
projects done in accordance with the proposed ordinance must comply with best management practices
and anv local, state, or federal regulations regarding environmental health hazards in effect at the time of
application submittal.
b. Noise
(1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment,
operation, other)?
None: this is a non project action and no construction or land use activi , is proposed_ Noise typical of
cmy_built-out urban environment is present to vary_i_ng degrees within the city.
(2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or
a tong -term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hour's noise
would come from the site.
None: this is a non -project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed.
(3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
None: this is a non -project action and no constnrction or land use activity is proposed Any construction
protects done in accordance with the proposed ordinance must comply with the city's noise ordinance.
S. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
Not applicable. nis is a non proiect, non -site-specific action and no construction or land use activity is
proposed The City of Edmonds contains a variety of urban land uses, including single-family and multi -family
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residential commercial unlit ublic and o en s ace uses. The ro osed ordinance however will on! a 1
to residential properties.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
Nol apglicable. This is a non- ro iect non -sitespecific action and no construction or land use activit , is
C. Describe any structures on the site.
Not applicable. This is anon project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed
d. Will any structures be demolished? if so, what?
No, this is a non -project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
Not applicable. This is a non project, non-site-Weeiric action and no construction or land use activity is
proposed_ Theproposed ordinance will only be applicable to residential properties__..
L What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Notapplicable- This is a non proiect, non -site-specific action and no construction or land_ use actirity is
proposed. The proposed ordinance will only be applicable to residential properties.
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master plan designation of the site?
Not applicable_ This is a non_pro'ect non -site -s eci is action and no construction or land use actirity is
proposed. Shoreline designations within the Citv of Edmonds include urban, suburban, conser- ancL natural and
railroad uses. The pMposed ordinance will only be applicable to residential properties-
h.
r o erties_
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify.
Not applicable. This is a non -project, non -site -s eci is action and no construction or land use activity- is
Proposed. A variety of critical areas exist within the city ranaina ronz wetlands to geologicallv hazardous to
re uentlflooded and 11sh and wildli , habitat toner ration areas_ However, an - construction r -o ects done in
accordance with the proposed ordinance must comply with all qoPlicable critical areas regulations in effect at the
time of application submittal
Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Not applicable_ This is a non project, non -site-specific action and no construction or land use activity is
proposed- The proposed ordinance would appiv to residential properties,
Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
None- this is a non- ro-ect action and no construction or land use activity is proposed. The ro osed ordinance
is or a residential setback exem tion only so it is not antici ated to result in the displacement of any people-
k.
eo le_
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
Notapplicable; none are required-
Proposed
e uired_
Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans; if
any.
None. The Proposed ordinance would apply to residential properties onl - and would not be an impetus to
char-ina an), existiniz or proWted land uses and plans.
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9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income
housing.
None: this is a non -project, non -site-specific action and no construction or land use activity is proposed The
proposed ordinance would provide a setback exem tion or certain residential properties, but would not provide
or a change in the number of units allowed on a site- _
b. Approximately how many units, if any would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income
housing.
None • this is a non -project, non -site -s eci is action and no construction or land use activity is pMposed.
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
None. The proposed ordinance wouldprovide a setback exemption to certain residential properties, but is no
anticipated to have any impact on the number of housing units available within the ciM_
10. Aesthetics
a. . What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principle
exterior building material(s) proposed?
None,- this is a non traject action and no construction or land use acthrd - is proposed. The proposed ordinance
is for a residential setback exemption only, and would not exempt properties from current height limits -
b. 'What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
None, rhis.is,a-non-project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed_ _
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Notapplicable; none are re uired.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur?
None,- this is a non project action and no construction or land use aciitviiv is proposed.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
No,- this is a non- ro -ect action and no construction or land use activity is proposed,
C. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
None; this is a non -project action and no construction or land use activi is proposed.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
None: this is a non -project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed-
12.
roposed
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
The city operates a full range of recreation activities in addition to those provided by other entities, both primate
and public (e -g the Edmonds School District). However this is a non -project, non -site-specific action and no
construction or land use activity is proposed-
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b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreation uses? If so, describe.
Aro_ this is a non -project action and no construction or land use activity is proposed. The proposed ordinance
Would onlyvapph; to certain residential properties within the city and would not impact any recreational uses.
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be
provided by the project or applicant, if any:
Not applicable- none are required
13. Historic and Cultural Preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local preservation registers
known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe.
Not applicable: this is a non-proiect, non-site-speci is action and no construction or land use aciLLty is proposed.
There are properties within the city Iisted on the National Register, the State, Heritage Register and the local
Edmonds Register o Historic Places.,
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance
known to be on or next to the site.
None- this is a non proiect, non -site-specific action and no construction or land use activity is proposed.
C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
Notapplicable; none are required_ Anv construction proiects done in accordance with the proposed ordinance
must compl ivitlt ant historic presen cation regulations in effect at the time of application submittal
14. Transportation
a. ldentify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe- proposed access to the existing street
system. Shorn on site plans, if any.
iVot applicable, this is a non- ro iect non -site --s eci a action and no contraction or land use activiii, is proposed.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If no, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit
stop`'
Nota lieable- this is a non -project, non -site-specific action and no construction or.land use activity is pLoosed.
Public transit is available throughout most o the ci -.
C. IIow many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate?
None- this is a non- roeci action and no construction or land use activit isro osed.
d. Will the proposal require any new roads, streets, or improvements to existing roads or streets, not including
driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private).
No, this is a non- ro ject action and no construction or land use activity is proposed.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so,
generally describe.
No; this is a non- ro -ect action and no construction or land use activity is proposed.
How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when
peak volumes would occur.
None: this is a nonpro jet ct action and no. construction or land use activity is proposed.
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g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any -
Not a
ny:Nota licable- none are required. Any construction proiects done in accordance with the ro osed ordinance
must comply with all applicable parking and traffic impact regulations in effect at the time of application
15. Public Services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police
protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe.
No: this is a non-proiect action and no construction or land use activity is proposed- The proposed ordinance is
for a residential setback exemption only and would not cause an increase the number of residential units
available within the city. Therefore it is not anticipated to increase any current needs for public services -
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any:
Not applicable,• none are required.
16. Utilities
a. Circle ,utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone,
sanitary sewer, septic system, other:
All of the above utilities are available within the city_ The proposal, however, is a non proiect non site -.specific
action and no construction or land use actil°ity is proposed.
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.
Not applicable; this is a non -project, non -site-specific action and no construction or land use activity is proposed -
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to
make its decision.
Sign tore of Proponent
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Date Submitted
D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(do not use this sheet far pr oject actions)
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list of the elements of the
environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result from the proposal,
would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in
general terms.
1. flow would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage, or release of
toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
The project is not likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air, production. storage, or release of toxic or hazardous
substances or production of noise. The proposed ordinance is for a setback exemption for certain residential properties within
the cit • and would not allow uses of a pWerty that would not otherwise be allowed. The ordinance re wires that all other
applicable code requirements or the project are met. Therefore, the potential emissions would be the same as those o ical
Proposal measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
None required. Any construction proilLcts done in accordance with the ro osed ordinance must comply with best management
practices and all applicable critical areas regulations, noise ordinance etc. that are in effect at the time of application
2. Ho►►, would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
The proposal is not likely to affect plants, animals, rsh or marine lie an - more than a typical residentialp1•aiect ,tivould. The
ro osed ordinance is or a residential setback exemption only. All other applicable code requirements would need to be met.
The ordinance does not exempt. a proLct from critical areas regulations, therefore, all a licable critical areas re uirements
would need to be met durin construction.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
.None required, As stated above the ordinance would not exempt a proiect from compliance with all applicable critical areas
re ulations and the project must comply with such regulations in effect at the time of application submittal.
How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
The proposal is not likely to de lete energy or natural resources. The pMposed ordinance will only allow or a setback
exemption for certain residential pMperzies, and will not allow for a chap a in use of the ro er- • or a more intensive use o
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
None re uired. Any construction projects done in accordance with the prQposed ordinance must comply with best mans ement
practices and all applicable eneM conservation regulations in e ec1 at the time ofypolication submittal
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or
under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered
species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands?
The proposed ordinance would, not be likely io use or affect environmentall • sensitive areas or areas designated or
governmental protection because it would only be applicable to certain residential properties- All proLecis would need to
comply with all a licable critical areas and/or historic preservation regulations that are effective at the time of application
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
None required. Any construction projects done in accordance with the proposed ordinance must comply with best mana ement
practices and all applicable critical areas regulations in effect at the time ofapplication submittal.
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S. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land
or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
The proposed ordinance is for a setback exemption for certain residential properties only'= The ordinance would not allow for -
nor encourage land or shoreline, uses incompatible with existingplans- Any construction projects done in accordance with the
proposed ordinance would be required to comfy wish All applicable land use and shoreline regulations in effect at the time of
a lication submittaL
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
None required. Any construction projects done in accordance with the proposed ordinance would be required to comply with
all applicable city regulations.
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities?
The proposed ordinance is not anuci ated io cause an increase in demand on transportation, public services or utilities as it
would only allow for a setback exemption for certain residential properties and would not allow for an ,increase to residential
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
The proposed ordinance is for a setback exemption only, and ant- projects that are completed under the provisions of-ths
ordinance would be subject to all other code_ requirements that are applicable -at the time of application submittal. Therefore
the pnefects.willfie.subiect to any current code requirements addressing demand on transportation or public serrices and
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the
protection of the environment.
There are no known conflicts with local, state, or federal laws or additional requirements for protection of the environment.
The proposed ordinance would -not exempt a prosect -om Lapplicable, local, state or federal laws. The ordinance would
provide for a setback exemption for certain residential properties,, however, all other applicable laws and regulations ii"ould
need to be complied with- Additionally, any project done in accordance with the proposed ordinance would be .subject to the
critical areas code requirements ofECDC Title 23.
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