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f mazda SEPA cklist 06222017.pdf#P71 OF EDP Purpose of Checklist. CITY OF EDMONDS ENVIRONMENTAL 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) must 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 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: For nonproject proposals complete this checklist and the supplemental sheet for nonproject actions (Part D). the lead agency may exclude any question for the environmental elements (Part B) which they determine do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposed 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: Dougs Mazda 2. Name of applicant: Adzam inc. dba Dougs Mazda Doug Ikegami 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Dougs Mazda 22130 Hwv 99 Edmonds wa 98026 tel • 425 774 3551 Doug or Marc Ikegami Ned Nelson, Architect 102192nd Ave NE Bellevue Wa 98004 42S 444 6782 Ned Nelson 4. Date checklist prepared: 612012017 S. Agency requesting checklist: Citv o Edmonds Revised on 9116116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 1 of 28 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Construction in summer / fall 2017. (STAFF COMMENTS) 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. New service building addition to existing detail building proposed after new Mazda retail sales building is constructed Approx 5.000 sf New 2 level narking deck for inventoryproposed (22 000 sf/ 70 cars each floor) New addition to mazda building for new Hyundai auto sales (approx S 000 sn Permit applications and start dates not vet determined (STAFF COMMENTS) 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Geotechnical report Critical Areas checklist (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. No other permits are known at this time (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 2 of28 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Building permit / type I design review Sepa threshold determination Grading and drainage permit (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. One story retail auto sales buildinz with service drive thru Approximately 12 000 sf - 1 000 sfinezzanine office Lower level new car inventory storage approximately 10 550 sf Building will be constructed in an area oL existing paving Landscaping will be added in the area of construction to current code. (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. Dou s Mazda 22130 H 99 Edmonds Wa. 98026 Tax ID numbers include 8 parcels as follows: 27042900306400 27042900306100 2704900306000 27042900305800 27042900305700 27042900305600 27042900305900 27042900306200 Parcels will be combined (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doe Page 3 of 28 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. Earth a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: TOpoQraphy is mildly to moderately sloping from west northwest to east southeast where it abuts hwy 99 Highest elevation is approximately 379 and the lowest is approximatelyqpproximately 346. The site has been improved with buildings driveways and parking areas that generally range in slope from 0% to 10% with a majority of paving slopes less than 5%. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? The steepest slopes on the site occur from man-made slopes part of previous development Short rockery retaining walls up to approximately 4' — 6' tall Other slopes include 2.1 terracing between relatively flat parking areas. (STAFF COMMENTS) 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 agricultural land of long term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. Soils report by Golder Associates dated August 7 2015 indicates 2' — S' offill over glacial till over outwash sand and gravel, in the construction area. (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 4 of 28 (STAFF COMMENTS) e. Describe the purpose, type, total area and approximate quantities and total affected area of any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. This project affects approximately 2 acres of a 4.12 acre site where the majority of the earthwork will occur. The pgMose of the excavation will be to establish sub ade in the parking areasIn addition a below zrade storm detention facility will be constructed approximately 2-10 ft below grade Total fill onsite is anticipated to be approximately 4500 cubic yeards. Total cut is anticipated to be approximately 3000 cubic yards Fill will be izenerated from onsite soils, if suitable. A legal locally sourced gravel pit will provide imported fill material (STAFF COMMENTS) f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. No, areas of the site will be stabilized with improvements including buildings paving and landscaping Runoff will be mitigated and discharged to man-made pie system During construction BMPs from DOE's Stormwater management manual for western Washington will be implemented Construction stormwater discharges will be monitored prior to discharging from the site (STAFF COMMENTS) g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? The impervious cover for the site will be approximately 90% (STAFF COMMENTS) h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: Erosion control systems will be implemented throughout the construction process until the site is stabilized All temporary erosion and sedimentation control (TESQ requirements will be in compliance with Vol 2 of the 2012 DOE SWMM. A TESC plan for the site will be provided to protect off -site properties the site subgrade and to prevent sediment laden water from entering the public storm system The existing facilities will be protected from construction runoff by proper site rg ading silt fences inlet protection swales and additional measures as Muired. Permanent stormwater detention will be provided via combined infiltration/detention vault (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated. doc Page 5 of 28 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. Dust emissions could result from site preparation and construction during_dry weather months Automobile and construction exhaust will be generated during site construction Dust and air pollution generated by the completed project will be negligent. Air uali in the area will not be affected. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may effect your proposal? If so, generally describe. Off site emissions are generated from traffic on SR 99 adjacent to the site and will not affect this project (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to the, if any: Dust control BMPs will be implemented per the City of Edmonds (DOE) requirements (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. None known (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 6 of 28 (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. (STAFF COMMENTS) (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. Not applicable (STAFF COMMENTS) (4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. No (STAFF COMMENTS) (5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. No (STAFF COMMENTS) (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 Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 7 of 28 (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Ground: (1) Will ground water be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the well Will water be discharged to ground water? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. No (STAFF COMMENTS) (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. (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. The developed stormwater management system will comply with the 2017 version of the City of Edmonds code. The project will trigger review of minimum requirements 1-9 Surface water will be collected from the project area in catch basins for stormwater from parking and landscape surfaces and roof leader from the building areas. Stormwater will be conveyed in new stormwater piping to a centralized water quality treatment system. Then, flow into an underground concrete detention vault Ultimately the detention system will discharge to the public storm main located on the west side of HWY 99 (STAFF COMM Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 8 of 28 (2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. No. Perimeter BMPs will be installed to prevent potential construction spills Spills and leaks will be cleaned immediately. (STAFF COMMENTS) (3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. No. (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any: Runoff from the developed area will be mitigated per city of Edmonds standards Runoff will discharge to the SR 99 stormwater mainmimicking the existing conditions. (STAFF COMMENTS) 4. Plants a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other: X evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other: X shrubs X grass pasture crop or grain Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other: Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated. doc Page 9 of 28 water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other: other types of vegetation: (STAFF COMMENTS) b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? All vegetation will be removed in the work zone. New finished landscaping per city of Edmonds will be added as part of the completed project. (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 10 of 28 C. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other materials to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: Area of work will be fully landscaped according to city of Edmonds standards for this use and zone (STAFF COMMENTS) e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. None known (STAFF COMMENTS) 5. Animals a. List any birds and other animals that have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. Examples include: birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: small typical native birds X mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated. doc Page II of 28 (STAFF COMMENTS) b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known to exist on this site. (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. Not known (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: none for this area of the site. (STAFF COMMENTS) e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. None known STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated. doc Page 12 of 28 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. electric natural gas (used for heating, and lighting (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. (STAFF COMMENTS) 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 building_will be constructed to comply with Washington state energy code (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. No, the project will not generate any environmental health hazards. Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doe Page 13 of 28 (STAFF COMMENTS) (1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. None known (STAFF COMMENTS) (2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity. None known (STAFF COMMENTS) (3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the project's development or constructions, or at any time during the operating life of the project. No toxic or hazardous chemicals during construction with the possible exception of fuel trucks for the grading equipment, etc. No toxic or hazardous chemicals during the life of the project. (STAFF COMMENTS) (4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. Standard police, fire, and emergency medical services No special emergency services anticipated (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 14 of 28 (5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: None anticipated (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Noise (1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Adjacent street traffic is the only noise of any significance in the area and will not affect this project (STAFF COMMENTS) (2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hour's noise would come from the site. Short term: construction equipment that will be limited by city work hour regulations Long term: Completed proiect will not generate any significant noise (STAFF COMMENTS) (3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Construction equipment will have properly maintained exhaust systems and will be turned off when not in use. (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc page 15 of28 8. Land and Shoreline Use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe. Auto dealership is the current use of the site. Adjacent zoning is the same. Property south is commercial parking lot Property west is apartment complex on same zoning GC 2 PropeM north is auto dealership, and rental homes on same zoning Property east is HWY 99. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses as a result of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated, how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or nonforest use? No (STAFF COMMENTS) (1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and harvesting? If so, how: (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Describe any structures on the site. Existing mazda sales and service building Existing auto detail building with storage on second level (STAFF COMM Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 16 of 28 d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? (STAFF COMMENTS) e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? GC 2 General Commercial (STAFF COMMENTS) f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? HWY 99 CORRIDOR (STAFF COMMENTS) g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master plan designation of the site? Not applicable (STAFF COMMENTS) h. Has any part of the site been classified critical area by the city? If so, specify. No (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doe Page 17 of 28 Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Approximately 25 people in the new auto sales building (STAFF COMMENTS) j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? None anticipated (STAFF COMMENTS) k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: not applicable (STAFF COMMENTS) I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: Proposal is allowed in this land use zone (STAFF COMMENTS) In. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: not applicable (STAFF COMM Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 18 of 28 9. Housing a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Approximately how many units, if any would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. None (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: Not applicable (STAFF COMMENTS) 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? Tallest structure height from main floor entry level is 26 feet above main finish floor. Top of structure above calculated average grade is 32 ft. Principle materials are factory white / black aluminum panels painted concrete masonry, and glass (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated. doc Page 19 of 28 b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: (STAFF COMMENTS) 11. Light and Glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Glare may be produced by building and parking lot lighting and vehicle headlights during non daylight hours All exterior light fixtures will be dark sky rated. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? No. (STAFF COMMENTS) C. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? None (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 20 of 28 d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: Dark sky rated fixtures where applicable (STAFF COMMENTS) 12. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? None known (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreation uses? If so, describe. No (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: none (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 21 of 28 13. Historic and Cultural Preservation a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites located on or near the site that are over 45 years old listed in, or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers? If so, specifically describe. None known (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to identify such resources. None known (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS date, etc. Not applicable (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. Not applicable (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 22 of 28 14. Transportation a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area, and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. Site is bordered on the east by Hwy 99 and on the west by 76`h Avenue West There are existing access points from both R/W with no change to the locations (STAFF COMMENTS) b. is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? Yes, bus stop is approximately 1 block from site (STAFF COMMENTS) C. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or nonproject proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate? No overall change to parking is anticipated for this project. (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle or state transportation facilities not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 23 of 28 (STAFF COMMENTS) e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. No (STAFF COMMENTS) f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and passenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? 268.9 vehicular trips per day. ITE Trip Generation. Note that additional data may be presented that shows a lower trip generation rate for the PM peak hour. (STAFF COMMENTS) g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. No (STAFF COMMENTS) h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: No transportation impacts anticipated Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 24 of 28 Project will be subject to city of Edmonds traffic mitigation fees. (STAFF COMMENTS) 15. Public Services a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? 1f so, generally describe. No increased need for public services anticipated (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any: The new building would provide increased tax base a portion of which would go to public services. (STAFF COMMENTS) 16. Utilities a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other: electricity and natural as- PSE water and sewer- city of Edmonds tel- electric fightwave refuse- republic (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated. doc Page 25 of 28 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. Electricity - PSE Natural gas — PSE Sewer & water- Edmonds Refuse- republic All of the utilities are currently on site Locations will need to be modified / extended as required (STAFF COMMENTS) C. SIGNATURE I declare under that the lead az Signature of Proponent are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand 6.23- Zola Date Submitted Revised on 9119116 mazda SEPA checklist updated .doc Page 26 of28