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PLN20150016 SEPA DNS and checklist.pdfOF EDP O U N Fst is�o 121 5TH AVENUE NORTH, EDMONDS, WA 98020 (425) 771-0220 WAC 197-11-970 Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS) Description of proposal: Edmonds 2020 LLC is proposing a new mixed -use building at 201 Main Street to replace the existing Post Office (the Post Office use will be moving into the new building currently under construction immediately to the north). The subject building will include 26 residential units above three ground floor commercial spaces. Forty below -grade parking stalls are proposed using shared residential and commercial accesses off of 2nd Avenue within the adjacent building to the north. Grading is expected to include approximately 8,000 cubic yards of cut. (File # PLN20150016) Proponent: Edmonds 2020 LLC Location of proposal, including street address if any: 201 Main Street, Edmonds, WA (Tax Parcel # 00434400700700) Lead agency: City of Edmonds An environmental impact statement 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. There is no comment period for this DNS. XX This DNS is issued under 197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date below. Comments must be submitted by July 1, 2015 Project Planner: Mike Clugston, Associate Planner Responsible Official: Robert Chave, Planning Manager Contact Information: City of Edmonds 1 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, WA 98020 1 425-771-0220 Date: June 17, 2015 Signature: XX You may appeal this determination to Robert Chave, Planning Manager, at 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds, WA 98020, by filing a written appeal citing the specific reasons for the appeal with the required appeal fee, adjacent property owners list and notarized affidavit form no later than July 8, 2015 . You should be prepared to make specific factual objections. Contact the project planner to read or ask about the procedures for SEPA appeals. XX Posted on June 17, 2015 at the subject site, Edmonds Public Library and Edmonds Public Safety Building. Published in the Everett Herald. Emailed to the Department of Ecology (SEPAunit(o-)_ecy.wa.gov). Mailed to property owners within 300 feet of the site. The SEPA Checklist, project plans, location map, and DNS are available at www.edmondswa.gov and search for 'Online Permits'. Search for file number PLN20150016. These materials are also available for viewing at the Planning Division — located on the second floor of City Hall: 121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds WA 98020, 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. Monday — Friday (except Wednesday, closed) Page 1 of 2 Mailed to the following: XX COMCAST Outside Plant Engineer, North Region 1525 751h St SW Ste 200 Everett, WA 98203 XX Tulalip Tribal Council 6700 Totem Beach Road Marysville, WA 98270 XX Snohomish County Fire District No. 1 Headquarters Station No. 1 Attn.: Director of Fire Services 12310 Meridian Avenue South Everett, WA 98208-5764 XX Seattle District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers P.O. Box 3755 Seattle, WA 98124-3755 XX Snohomish County Boundary Review Board Snohomish County Courthouse Everett, WA 98201 XX Department of Archaeology & Historic Preservation P.O. Box 48343 Olympia, WA 98504-8343 XX King County Boundary Review Board Yesler Building, Room 402 400 Yesler Way Seattle, WA 98104 XX Snohomish County Public Works 3000 Rockefeller M/S 607 Everett, WA 98201 cc: File No. PLN20150016 / SEPA Notebook XX National Marine Fisheries Service Northwest Regional Office 7600 Sand Point Way NE Seattle, WA 98115-0070 XX Donna J. Bunten Department of Ecology Shorelands & Environ. Assist. Program PO Box 47600 Olympia, WA 98504-7600 XX Kristin Kelly Snohomish Co/Skagit Co Program Director 1429 Avenue D, PMB 532 Snohomish, WA 98290 kristin futurewise.ora XX Edmonds 2020 LLC Doug Spee 307 Bell St., #101 Edmonds, WA 98020 XX Scott Boyer Haller Architects 12216 Corliss Ave. N Seattle, WA 98133 XX Department of Fish & Wildlife 16018 Mill Creek Boulevard Mill Creek, WA 98012 Page 2 of 2 4-IP71 OF. EDRo� RECEIWiD CITY OF EDMONDS - MAR 2 4 2015 Fst 1890 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST IEVELOCOUNTRPMENT ERVICES 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) 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: Complete this checklist for nonproject proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply." IN ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT 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: V c-t?. QPU(t,l0(A, r 2. Name of applicant: q2 o (r 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: t 2 Z( Co CC.W u5F-- ,-uk- ,d 2 4. Date checklist prepared: -26 9 ( (� 5. Agency requesting checklist: City ofEdmonds Revised on 8119111 P71- 5EPA Checklist Page 1 of 24 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): (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. i �� f • _ �i �rl �� [ r � ■ (STAFF COMMENTS) (�G) S i L_ v (( fi (y S. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. (STAFF COMMENTS) P/5 i vv r r-)M �! ( ye- ri /�IL - c cv--' c1 / 0/1-/1'" Y 0 Z 9 )- 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. /(-'� O (STAFF COMMENTS) Reviser! on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Cliecklis[ Page 2 of 24 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. r 17t7Y Gg-� 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. (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. Its • rJC J - (STAFF C Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 3 of 24 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. Garth a. General ,description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: (STAFF COMMENTS) b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? S'. (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 prime farmland. j 16� 1zn`rS Iy-1—Y A A0 . (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. t 0 (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8/19/11 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 4 qf 24 e. Describe the purpose, type and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. (STAFF COMMENT f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. 9. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphaot or buildings)? (STAFF COMMENTS) h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: t�t7ti G�2�f �c.s ltir r.c� t��C_ Gocf �a K:'A7' s'W.eA ten (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. - C A P t A Z- (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 5 of 24 Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may effect your proposal? If so, generally describe. (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to the, if any: - lLA•4�_ (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. f5kUAA- (STAFF COMMENTS) (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. iV Tl-- A (4 C4 IA!Y-h- - A1QxdA-' (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. (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 6 of 24 (4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. W ,07r- (STAFF COMMENTS) (5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. (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. W6 _ (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 7 of 24 (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. 7794&a*�- SAM icw I✓F—A.<2—mil 4sTrr, GK M aIDSAolefit—C2(sC4-rA?a6&2 02b=� t�✓-yLc..di� w cc� v�� C'�ryrS���-t.� �-�'T��z (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. vaPEE M-1ill i 111170�kv il WE �► fi � ice/ ■i � � ���� � t � (STAFF COMMENTS) (2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. A.) (STAFF COMMENTS) Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: • r �� / r� S L� 1� � (STAFF COMMENTS) Reviser! on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 8 of 24 4. Plants a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: — deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other: evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other: shrubs X� grass pasture crop or grain wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other: 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? (STAFF COMMENTS) C. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. (STAFF COMMENTS) �� %.�d'� r� �•(r WA Revised on 8119111 P71 - SERA Checklist Page 9 of 24 d. Proposed landscaping, nse of native plants, or other materials to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: _Cde7j;6V wrL,4L-- l,�C.`r2fs`C.�4�� (STAFF COMMENTS) 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: N aA* �/I�If,Q_ 'Tj'j ) f(A l fi'[-- S�Vit,,p vV I (��L�/ j . birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: (STAFF COMMENTS) b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. (STAFF ,kf LV A /') t LIJ 't'4)12 c c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. kJAJKAJC4titi (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71- SEPA Checklist Page 10 of 24 d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. r��2rd 1 s (, c�.t��`" 'i & Pf1 A s��l (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: AAArl Y (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 11 of 24 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. (STAFF COMMENTS) (1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. (STAFF COMMENTS) (2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: (STAFF COMMENTS) Noise (1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 12 of 24 (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. L _!. L RI i �t (STAFF COMMENTS) (3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: 8. Land and Shoreline Use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Has the ��site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. Azy- (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 13 of 24 C. Describe any structures on the site. d. e. f. 9- (STAFF COMMENTS) Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? i2( MH !n- P-n e_ qe ae cNs ^A del C. L49� (STAFF COMMENTS) What is the current zoning classification of the site? (7-212 2 (STAFF COMMENTS) DU LVII f J V/n IS i/ D :Ne 9 f � Z ��t� r►- -, j��� it / iC What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? (STAFF CO NTS) "'V /I 1 c' s v �� I iC t'C� ��� ��� ("C1 If applicable, what is the current shoreline master plan designation of the site? (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 14 of 24 h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. (STAFF COMMENTS) �`7 (;� �_ �✓ i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? FkteLA_ vVa vLk�2 M C-S1 4:;?rz (STAFF COMMENTS) j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? (STAFF COMMENTS) k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: (STAFF COMMENTS) 1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: ^ 1A (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 15 of 24 9. Housing a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. .v< 11212Ace-- (AJ Go,ti Nou:�:I4i 6=1 (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Approximately how many units, if any would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: ti?' (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? (STAFF Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 16 of 24 b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? R WA KI TOW-4 rL Map I R ■. AN 7�,J Wit/ (STAFF COMMENTS C. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: ld&C-C000f IaAr!-.7 *-A-f+-d-7---' /b fA.!!E7 4_IX �� !cam (�}-j s 4-:�t4� AAaIQ U LeA4 7c ,T AI.A-ef-� (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? R,�r=�2c-.t.. Sttitt- KgfTt—� (STAFF COMMENTS) Gr�j,QS b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? (STAFF COMMENTS) C. What existing off -site sources of light r lare may affect your proposal? S �ic�i.,• ✓ .4 t X� �a�� /fit r� I �719k�T (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised of 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 17 of 24 Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: 12. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? (STAFF b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreation uses? If so, describe. (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: (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71 - SER4 Checklist Page 18 of 24 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. b. C. (STAFF COMMENTS) 11V bef Id , >( AA f ve Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. 44 (STAFF COMMENTS) Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: $4 0A-4k, (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. (STAFF Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 19 of 24 b Is site currently served by public transit? If no, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? (STAFFCOMMENTS),a—_(rlJ S N%c&S �o C. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? (STAFF COMMENTS) 1 — _ �-� .- - 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). -W.0 &A (STAFF COMMENTS) e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 20 of 24 f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. (STAFF COMMENTS) g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: (STAFF COMMENTS) 1 r. > "< '!!�'S S C " '(t /)Lf— L Cbr i'7 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. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any: ♦M✓jwm 0C 7UISMYROMR LI l aI ' [ ! it � iL r � � _r ♦ , � ✓ r � { S� [ `ate (STAFF COMMEN Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 21 of 24 16. Utilities a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other: ' (STAFF COMMENTS) 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. �S(z uA&n= G ii'4'� fz 12,43eA`o S - e- (A2 2r/u::--1 S A) a EJczA1 i SW VrAZ ' P u r:;? - C-n iA Ae-!: _' Cati.vrr_C-r- JA 7 (STAFF COMMENTS) C. SIGNATURE I declare under penalty of Aerjury laws that the above answers are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is re g on.�hem to make its decision. Z� Date Submitted 61t 6 // 5-- Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Gtecklisl Page 22 of 24 D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (do not use this sheet for project 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 tenns. 1. How 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? Proposal measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? brA L Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: G `f F% er—j r' 9.Ito� e�1-1-9 L t A ^, G S . Oof0s -S I u'6 V s(t_ V C- (,-,41 Al, lti t;; 1 eTTi4AS Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 23 of 24 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? Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: 5. 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? N. CzA,�2� Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? 31 p�,-,fzA —S (L C211-crc1 !/J S . Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: Gov�tA CiYs.�(LI ' Cr) j C— A!!�- i2 CG L 1A/ Cm 4 C A C-XKJ C— 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. IAJOAIer— . Revised on 8119111 P71 - SEPA Checklist Page 24 of 24