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SEPA_DNS+Checklist.pdfIP CITY OF EDMONDS 121 5TH AVENUE NORTH, EDMONDS, WA 98020 (425) 771-0220 WAC 197-11-970 Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS) Description of proposal: The City of Edmonds has received a design review ("Type III -B") application by Kautz Route, LLC to construct 10 new townhome units in 5 detached duplex structures at 23220 Edmonds Way in the Multiple Residential ^RW1'1.5" zone, file number PLN20130068. The project proposes approximately 1105 cubic yards of excavating as well as new landscaping. Proponent: Steve Price representing Kautz Route, LLC. Lead agency: CITY OF EDMONDS i ?V1101t HIM U. -F1 under chapter 36.70A RCW, and in other applicable local., state, or federal laws or rules, as provided by RCW 43.21 C. 240, and WA C 197-11.158 andlor mitigating measures have been applied that ensure no significant adverse impacts will be created. An environmental impact statement is not required under RCVV43.21C.U3U(2)(d. This decision was made after review ofo completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information isavailable tothe public onrequest. There is no comment period for this DNS. XX This DNS is issued under 1A7-11-34O(2);the lead agency will not act onthis proposal for 14 days from the date below. Comments must besubmitted bv . Project Planner: E)inaJenioek.Associate Planner Responsible Official: RobChave. Planning Manager Contact Information: City of Edmonds 1121 5th Avenue Nodh, Edmonds WA 88020 1425-771-0220 ' You may appeal this dnbamninmUon to Robed Chave' Planning Manager, at 121 5th Avenue Nodh, Edmonds, WA 08020. 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 2014 . You should be prepared to make specific factual objections. Contact Rob Chaveto read or ask about the procedures for SEPAappeals. EO Posted on January 21, 2014, at the Edmonds Public Library, Edmonds City Hall, the Edmonds Public Safety Complex, and on site. • Published inthe Everett Herald newspaper. • Emailed tothe Department ofEcology SEPACenter: . R1 Mailed the DNS to property owners within 300 feet ofthe subject site. 0 Mailed the DNS to agencies listed below. G8 The SEPA CheoNiot, project plans, location map. and ONS are available at through the Permits Online link. Search for file number PLN20130066 These materials are also available for viewing at the Planning Division — located on the second floor ofCity Hall: 121 5thAvenue North, Edmonds VVAQ8O2O. Page /ofz pc: File No. PLN20130066 SEPA Notebook Page 2 of 2 XX Edmonds School District No. 15 20420 68th Avenue West XX Environmental Review Section Lynnwood, WA 98036-7400 Department of Ecology P.O. Box 47703 XX Community Transit Olympia, WA 98504-7703 Attn.: Brent Russell Email: SEPAunit(a)ecy.wa.gov 7100 Hardeson Road Everett, WA 98203 XX COMCAST Outside trlant Engineer, North Region' XX Olympic View Water & Sewer District 1525 75 St. SW Ste 200 8128228 Ih St. SW Everett, WA 98203 Edmonds, WA 98026 XX Washington State Dept. of XX Puget Sound Energy Transportation Attn: David Matulich Attn: Ramin Pazooki PO Box 97034, M/S BOT -1 G SnoKing Developer Services, MS 221 Bellevue, WA 98009-9734 15700 Dayton Ave. N. PO Box 330310 Seattle, WA 98133-9710 XX Betty Tobin Snohomish Co. PUD PO Box 1107 XX Seattle District, U.S. Army Corps of Everett, WA 98206-1107 Engineers P.O. Box 3755 Seattle, WA 98124-3755 XX Kautz Route, LLC Steve Price PO Box 3109 XX Snohomish Count Planning & County g Seattle WA 98103 Development Services 3000 Rockefeller Everett, WA 98201 XX Emil y Terrell, AICP 906 Wood Avenue XX Snohomish County Fire District No. 1 Sumner WA 98390 Headquarters Station No. 1 Attn.: Director of Fire Services 12310 Meridian Avenue South Everett, WA 98208-5764 pc: File No. PLN20130066 SEPA Notebook Page 2 of 2 v OV 7 ED O D J CITY OF EDMONDS �t 1g9�ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Z� 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Spring 2014 -Fall 2014 7. (STAFF COMMENTS) Miegi qn (,LVI W by th`c. AI chi tcLby-a ( Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. Singe phase development proposal to construct five (S) duplex multi family residential buildings with associated site improvements including paved access utilities landscaping and stormwater management No future plans associated with this proposal are known at this time. (STAFF COMMENTS) ✓ S. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Critical Areas Site Reconnaissance (STAFF COMMENTS) A �fiDYW Y eDnV+ V1/G1 VVI i %fid 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. None known (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc Page 2 of 24 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. SEPA Determination, Clearing and grading permit road and storm drainage approval ROW use permit NPDES permit, and building permits. (STAFF COMMENTS) k 5 I (ty i t w avid a 0 0YVVGt ( i Lt VV UV\ (,I wa U -Fl PLN k d i �2 Qo cn 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. Singe phase development proposal to demolish existing single family home on the 0.458 acre subject property located at 23220 Edmonds Way. Propose to construct five (5) duplex multi -family residential buildings on the site complete with associated site improvements including paved access, cttilities landscaping and stormwater management (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. E Subject property address: 23220 Edmonds Way, Edmonds WA The site is located within a portion of the SW 1/4 of the NW I/4 of Section 31 TWP 27 N RGE 4E W.M.. The legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic maps are provided with the design exhibits included with this application. (STAFF COMMENTS)-- 0 V1t DU -M -C VVDb(� In AV" VP -T CAjIniG QI0\A J EdVIA0VAd? \AL 09188-SEPA.doc Page 3 of 24 1. Earth a. General description of the site (circla one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: (STAFF COMMENTS)_ If \N (A 1 V-Cff I �2 ,,,v 1.A.,(d (,k yl f f A 2 0 122 0 11::7 b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Gentle site gradients (typically <10%) (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. The "Soil Survey of Snohomish County Area, Washington" indicates that the site is predominantly underlain by Alderwood-Urban land complex 8 to 15 percent slopes A "Subsurface Exploration Summary" report was also completed by Geotest Services Inc dated 12/17/2012. (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. None known. (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc Page 4 of 24 e. Describe the purpose, type and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. Site will be subject to grading activity for the proposed on-site buildings access roadway, and utilities The grading onsite is estimated to be 1,105 CY cut and 90 CY of fill. Supply of fill shall be local gravel sources (pit to be determined). (STAFF COMMENTS) L Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Yes based on soil type erosion may occur however gentle site gradients and TESC BMPs will be used to manage / 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)? Approx 0.286 acres (62%) of the 0.458 ac subject property will be covered by impervious surfaces (asphalt & buildings) (STAFF COMMENTS) i �-c Om (' (A n d a p Oyt d V u ty) % G ievi (Ai �1 V V' j 6yl J Ili h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: Stabilized construction entrance, temporary interceptor swales and pond, silt fencing, sand filtration, seeding and mulching and other reg'd BMPs (STAFF COMMENTS) U I AVt I I' a V1 L� W I e � Cil F1/1 � j f /-A, , 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. Exhaust from heavy -construction equipment anticipated during site work. Emissions from residential tvDe buildings and automobiles anticipated after site is developed. (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc Page 5 of 24 b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may effect your proposal? If so, generally describe. /None known (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to the air, if any: J None (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) (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 (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. None / not applicable (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc Page 6 of 24 (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. Pavement runoff will be routed via an engineered stormwater conveyance system to a water quality treatment facility prior to discharge to the public storm drainage main in Edmonds Way. (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. / No ground water withdrawls or discharge proposed. (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA. doc 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. Not applicable. Project will be served by a public sewer system (Olympic View) (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. Pavement runoff will be routed via an engineered stormwater conveyance system to a water quality sand filtration treatment facility prior to discharge to the public storm drainage main in Edmonds Way. The pubhe storm sewer drains to the Puget Sound basin. (STAFF COMMENTS)1 a1. F (2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. Storm runoff containing small amounts of automotive discharges could potentially enter the storm drainage / system, which would be treated by the storm water quality facility prior to discharge (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: Project will include a storm water site plan design with BMPs in compliance with City of Edmonds Development standards. (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc Page 8 of 24 4. Plants a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: X deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other:_ X evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other: X shrubs X grass 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) -T��� C, 0 DT & V1 :tN 1 5'x`1 VI GI c21' vi Al -p-- c f'-V'C ,o b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? A number of isolated trees will be removed from the site in the proposed building and roadway areas to be developed. The grading and TESC plan provided for the project defines the clearing limits and tees to be removed. V/ (STAFF COMMENTS) C. hist threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc Page 9 of 24 d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other materials to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: Project includes a detailed landscape design plan with perimeter landscape buffers in accordance with City Code and Development Standards. (STAFF COMMENTS) -T0 V,1f, -o f -wt d a vi d rpt q 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: X birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: (STAFF COMMENTS) l7 AC Ili 0 JT -d i d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: / None (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. Electricity and natural gas for lighting, power and heating. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. No (STAFF COMMENTS) C. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal?. hist other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: / Proposed buildings will be built to current building codes requirements (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc Page 11 of 24 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. None known. (STAFF COMMENTS) (1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. None known bevong services required for a typical residential site development (STAFF COMMENTS) (2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: / None. J (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Noise (1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? None known. Traffic noise only which will not affect the project (STAFF COMMENTS) G r v -c11 i n a Gt lCyl(A 5 P-® I DLA 09188-SEPA.doc 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. Short term construction equipment noise would be present during the site preparation portion of construction (STAFF COMMENTS) (3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: All heavy quipment used will be properly maintained and muffled and construction would only take place during permitted working hours (STAFF COMMENTS) Noise is regulated by Edmonds Community Development Code (ECDC) Chapter 5.30 "Noise Abatement and Control." S. Land and Shoreline Use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Single family residence currently on the site. Land use surrounding the subject property varies. Commercial Neighborhood Business (BN) zoning to the north, Single Family Residential (RS -8) to the west, and Multi -Family Residential (RM -1.5) to the south. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. / No J (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc Page 13 of 24 C. Describe any structures on the site. / A single family home and detached garage (to be demolished). (STAFF COMMENTS) V' C, QA 1 f C CI -PAM L) I I:1 M 17-fW "i G bYA171 cwt 0- Cd.Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? The existing single family home and detached garage will be demolished. (STAFF COMMENTS) 0-10V e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? Multi -Family Residential (RM -1.5) (STAFF COMMENTS) f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? f Edmonds Way Corridor (STAFF COMMENTS) g. U applicable, what is the current shoreline master plan designation of the site? N/A V (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc Page 14 of 24 h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. Not to applicants knowledge J j• A (STAFF COMMENTS)—N 0 • A W61 I Veil/ WO d (A def/ -h �-V, (,RA Izo 1 ?:2 C211-7. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Based on 10 multi family dwelling units with approx 3.5 people per household estimate 35 people will reside at the completed project. (STAFF COMMENTS) U VVI I � I C `;, Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? Based on 1 single family home with approx 3.5 people per household estimate approp x 4 people will be displaced (STAFF COMMENTS) Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: None. (STAFF COMMENTS) Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: Complete compliance with all Cit zoning and land use standards. 9. Housing 09188-SEPA.doc Page 15 of 24 a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. 10 residential units (5 duplex buildings) will be constructed (middle income housing anticipated) V (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Approximately how many units, if any would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. 1 single family home will be eliminated (middle income). (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: / None. V (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? Approx 32 ft with all buildings complying with City height restrictions b. (STAFF COMMENTS) _,A�2_aE t What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? 09188-SEPA.doc Page 16 of 24 No views will be significantly affected due to low building heights (none anticipated) (STAFF COMMENTS) N Q Y11:�, . P Y17 I C C+ JAIJ IbQE'e Af—, C. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: Perimerter landscaping buffers are proposed in accordance with the project landscape design plan (STAFF COMMENTS) R-eO W/ 6(o d /GVW VA I I LA A -D D 11. Light and Glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Standard residential lighting for safety will be all that is visible during hours of darkness. A lighting clan will be provided with the project application. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? No known views will be impacted (or safety hazards) by (he residential lighting proposed. (STAFF COMMENTS) C. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? None anticipated. 09188-SEPA.doc Page 17 of 24 d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: Lighting plan will be provided with the project to control exterior lighting (location height and style of fixtures intensity of illumination, and direction lenses). (STAFF COMMENTS) 12. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? /Chase Lake Park located approx 1/z mile to the northeast is the nearest passive recreation area (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) M- `/.. l , s_ 09188-SEPA.doc 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. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. None known. (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: None required. Should archaeological materials or human remains be observed rState g project activities, all work in the immediate vicinity should stop. (STAFF COMMENTS) Department of Archaeology &Historic Preservgtion, the City )nning Divisioq and the County Coroner (ifapplicable) should be ted immediately. Compliance with all applicable laws (RCW 27.53, 27.44, & WAC 25-48) is required. ailure to do so should constitute a Class C Felony. 14. Transportation a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. The site fronts Edmonds Way (SR -104). The project will be served by a single driveway access to Edmonds way / located approx 100 ft south of of 232 Place SW. 09188-SEPA.doc Page 19 of 24 b. Is site currently served by public transit? If no, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? Yes. The nearest transit stop is located approx 100 ft north of the site on Edmonds Way (STAFF COMMENTS) C. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? Two parking spaces per dwelling unit for a total of 20 spaces The existing single family driveway and detached garage will be demolished (2 spaces). (STAFF COMMENTS) 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). Project will be served by a private driveway with access conection to Edmonds Way. Road improvements to the fronting public road will include a new public sidewalk wth landscaping along the Edmonds Way right-of-way / property frontage. (STAFF COMMENTS) . e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. / No. (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc Page 20 of 24 How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. Based on 9.57 trips per day, the 10 residential units would generate approx 96 trips per day.with peaks at am/pm weekday commute time. (STAFF COMMENTS) g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: None. Traffic impact fees (if applicable) may be required under the builingpermit conditions. (STAFF COMMENTS) � D �1"�IA �,� `�"V 1-e C. i �r � 5 `i�r� Vl S f�c� � -�� i�t n ✓) Ern � i �-��i�' 01 q -1-C-5 --7-71 - VVVC> �A/I1" a v�0 V1 S 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. Increases in public services will be commensurate with any residential project. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any: Impact mitigation fees (if applicable) will be paid to the Cit acquired. (STAFF COMMENTS) 09188-SEPA.doc 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: Sewer, Water, storm drainage, power, naturalag s telephone & refuse collection. V (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. Sewer & Water: Olympic View Water & Sewer District,• Refuse Collection: SSC,• Power: Puget Sound Energy.- Gas: nergyGas: Cascade Natural Gas; Phone: Verizon: Cable: Comcast. Underground utility installation trenching will be required to construct these utilities. V (STAFF COMMENTS) C. SIGNATURE I declare under alty perjury laws that the above answers are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the leadl n& is rUlvine on them to make4t-decision. of Proponent Date Submitted Environmental Checklist Reviewed By: Gina Janicek, Associate Planner -7 �� +� 425.771.0220 x 1778 ginajanicek@edmondswa.gov 09188-SEPA.doc Page 22 of 24