23-101440-UP SEPA Checklist 3-21-23Department of Community Development
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SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Purpose of Checklist
Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your
proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance,
minimization or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an
environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal.
Instructions for Applicants
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please
answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult
with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use "not applicable " or
"does not apply" only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown.
You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate
answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision -
making process.
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.
Instructions for Lead Agencies
Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to evaluate
the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The
checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an
adequate threshold detennination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is responsible
for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents.
Use of Checklist for Nonproject Proposals
For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable
parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D). Please
completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property
or site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead
agency may exclude (for non -projects) questions in Part B - Environmental Elements —that do not
contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal.
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A. BACKGROUND
l . Name of proposed project, if applicable:
First Avenue Development
2. Name of applicant:
David Avenell, FW I" Avenue Development LLC
Department of Community Development
33325 8°i Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609:www.cityaftederalway.com
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
41 1 1 st Avenue Soutl,, Suite 650, Seattle, WA 98104
4. Date checklist prepared:
March 13, 2023
5. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Federal Way
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Grading activities and site utility construction is targeted to start in Summer 2024. Vertical construction of
the townhomes is targeted to start in Fall 2024.
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected
with this proposal? If yes, explain.
No future expansion is planned.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared,
directly related to this proposal.
Phase I Envirolvnental Site Assessment conducted by Terra Associates 1 1/10/2015, geotechnical report,
preliminary drainage report and arborist report.
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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.
City of Federal Way Process III application, Lakehaven water and sewer approval.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
City of Federal Way: Process III Pernut, Site Development Permit, Building Permit.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the 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. (Lead agencies may
modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.)
This project proposes the development of a 6-acre site to establish 19 condominium buildings, providing 133
units of multifamily housing with associated open space, recreation space, roads and utilities. There will also
be a community building that will provide an amenity space for the community to use. Demolition of the
stricture on -site is proposed, with no impacts to adjacent property anticipated.
Applicant to obtain City approval for all demolition activities. Applicant to follow all applicable
requirements including Puget Sound Clean Air Agency requirements for reporting, handling, and disposal of
hazardous materials. Applicant will also dispose of all demolition materials off -site in a safe and legal
planner and obtain City approval for haul routes.
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 occurs over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s).
Provide a 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.
Parcel 1721049038, addressed 32818 1" Avenue South, is a 261,320 s.f. lot (approximately 6 acres)
located at the comer of I" Avenue South and South 328`" Street in Federal Way, Washington (the
"Property'). According to King County online records, the lot is currently improved with a 54,425 s.f.
building constructed in 1977 and surface parking, for a previous corrunercial building.
i. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site:
(circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other
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The site was graded for previous use.
The property is currently developed with two buildings with associated paved parking areas on thr east and
west sides of the property. The open areas of the site are landscaped with lawn and ornamental trees and
slulibs. The site has been graded relatively flat west of existing structures. East of the structures, the
topography falls gently to moderately from the northwest to the southeast. Between the two structures there
is a moderate slope which falls from the north to the south.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
Slopes across the site are typically below 15%
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, 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.
Soil conditions at the site consist of native soils composed predominantly of dense to very dense sand with
gravel and silt with sand and gravel. The exception to this general condition was observed in select Test
Borings (B-1, B-2, B-3, and B-8) where 4 `/2 to 12 feet of fill material was observed above the native till
soils. The fill material consisted of loose to dense inorganic silty sand with gravel, minor traces or organic
matter were observed occasionally in samples. Additionally in Test Borings B-2 and B-3, outwash sons
consisting of sand with silt and gravel to gravel with sand and silt were observed beneath the glacial till to
the termination of the test borings.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe.
According to the Geotechrucal Report, the site does not contain a landslide hazard as defined by the FWMC.
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.
Preliminary cut quantity: 12,014 CY
Preliminary frill quantity: 11,405 CY
*Prelinrinary cut and fill quantities are comparison of proposed and existing grade changes and do not
account for stripping
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has classified the site soils as Alderwood-Everett
Gravelly Sandy Loam 6 to 15 percent slopes having moderate potential for erosion and can be classified as
an erosion hazard. Implementation of temporary and permanent Best Management Practices (BMPs) for
preventing and controlling erosion will be required and will mitigate the erosion hazard.
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g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction
(for example, asphalt or buildings)?
After construction, approximately 69% of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces. (Pease refer
to attached TIR)
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
The project will comply with all City of Federal Way grading and erosion control standards including
best management practices:
- Limit site clearing and grading activities to the relatively dry months (typically May through
September)
- Limit disturbance to areas where construction is inu7iinent
- Locate temporary stockpiles of excavated soils no closer than ten feet from the crest of the slope
- Provide temporary cover for cut slopes and soil stockpiles during periods of inactivity.
Establish permanent over exposed areas that will not be disturbed for a period of 30 days or more by
seeding or appropriate microseeding.
- Install a silt fence along site margins and downslope of areas that will be disturbed
- Intercept survace water flow and route the flow away from the slope to a stabilized discharge point
- Provide onsite sediment retention for collected runoff
2. Air
What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction, operation,
and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate
quantities if known.
Emissions from construction equipment will be present. Once construction is completed, emissions
would not exceed amounts typical of a residential neighborhood.
b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally
describe.
No. Off -site sources of emissions are those typical of the residential neighborhoods that surround this
site, such as automobile emissions from traffic on adjacent roadways and fireplace emissions from
nearby communities.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
Construction vehicles will be maintained in good working order. All construction activities will comply
with City of Federal Way air quality requirements for construction.
3. Water
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a. Surface Water:
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, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names.
If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into.
None exist on site. Panther Lake exists 1 mile from the site. Panther Lake's stream outlets approach as
close to 0.5 mile away from the site.
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 work over, in or adjacent to waters listed above are proposed.
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.
No fill or dredge material will be placed in or removed from surface waters or wetlands as a result of the
project.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description,
purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No, the proposal does not require surface water withdraws or diversions.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan.
No, the proposal are not within the 100-year floodplain per FEMA data.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharge of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the
type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
No discharge of water materials to surface waters is proposed for this project.
b. Ground Water:
1) Will groundwater 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 groundwater? Give general description, purpose, and
approximate quantities if known.
No water could be withdrawn from or discharged to groundwater as a part of this project.
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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.
There are no septic tanks onsite the site will be connected to a public sewer system through Lakehaven
Water and Sewer District.
c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including stone 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 only source of runoff is storinnwater which will be collected and conveyed to a stormwater detention
vault located on the lower southeast portion of the site, treated and released at the post developed rates per
the King County Stornnwater Design Manual (KCSWDM) requirements.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
The applicant will complete a downstream analysis for the site and implications of the proposed gravity
system. The project will comply with State of Washington and City of Federal Way standards.
3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so,
describe.
No, the proposed stormwater will discharge into the current and existing drainage basin.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern
impacts, if any:
Final exterior grades should always promote free and positive drainage away from the site.
Reconunendations
Providing a positive drainage gradient away from the building perimeters.
Installing perinneter foundation drains adjacent to shallow foundations.
- All drains should be provided with cleanouts at easily accessible locations.
4. Plants
a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site:
_y_deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
_y_evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
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shrubs
,y_grass
_n__pasture
_n_crop or grain
—n_ Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops.
—n wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
^n�water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
_n other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
The existing site vegetation includes previously developed lawn, decorative shrubs, groundcovers, and
trees located around existing site features such as parking lots and building foundations. The majority of
the existing on -site vegetation will be removed with exception of the north and south perimeter trees .
c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
No known endangered species are known to be on or near the site.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation
on the site, if any:
A landscape plan and an irrigation plan will be prepared to accompany the proposal. Proposed
landscaping includes predominantly native and climate adapted trees, slu-ubs and groundcovers. Existing
trees will be saved where possible and landscaping around them enhanced with additional shrubs and
groundcovers.
e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site.
None known
5. Animals
a. List any birds and other animals which 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:
mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other:
Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds. Mammals: deer.
All animals observed on or near site are native to the Pacific Northwest region and the surrounding
Federal Way vicinity.
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b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
No known endangered species are present on or near the site.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
The project site is located within the broad boundary of the Pacific Flyway, the major migration corridor
for birds in North America, west of the Continental Divide. However, the project site itself is not a
known congregation area for migratory birds.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
Vegetation and landscaping will be intentional to preserve and enhance urban wildlife as much as
possible.
e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site.
No known invasive animal species are present on or near the site.
6. Energy and Natural Resources
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 and natural gas will be utilized on site for residential use on site. PSE to provide power and gas.
Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally
describe.
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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:
All new building construction will meet adopted building code requirements for energy conservation.
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.
1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses.
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According to the Department of Ecology public information, there is no significant contamination at
the site from past or present uses.
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.
There are no known contaminants on the site from past or present activities. If a contaminant is
exposed during construction, it will be hauled pursuant to applicable regulations.
3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the
project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating life of the project.
There are no known toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced as a result
of the proposal.
4) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
Emergency services typical of a multifamily development will be required as needed.
5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
The project will use best management practices for the delivery, handling, contaimnent and storage
of construction materials. New construction will comply with all applicable building and plumbing
code requirements for environmental health.
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic,
equipment, operation, other)?
Noise typical of a multi -family development and moderate adjacent road noise are present at the
site.
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
hours noise would come from the site.
Levels of noise typical of a multifamily neighborhood will be associated with the project.
Temporary noise associated with construction will be present during the construction window,
targeted between Sumner and Fall 2024.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
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Noise levels will meet City of Federal Way requirements, including short-term construction activities.
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.
The site is currently zoned for multifamily use. The site is surrounded by Multifamily zones to the north,
east, and south and a Business Neighborhood zone across Ise Avenue S to the west. Single family zones
are located nearby but not directly adjacent to the Property. The use of the proposed site is consistent with
neighboring rases.
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, the project site has not been used as a working farm or working forest land in any significant
capacity.
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:
No, there are no known faun or forest uses in the vicinity.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
The vacant Bally Fitness Center facility currently exists on site.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
The Bally Fitness Center is planned to be demolished.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
The site is classified as Multi Family (RM 1800).
Ordinance #22-938 approved an amendment to the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan,
Comprehensive Plan Map, and Zoning Map, changing the Comprehensive Plan designation and zoning of
6.00 acres located at the southeast corner of 1 st Avenue South and South 328th Street, parcel number
172104-9038, (commonly known as the Bally's site) from Office Park (OP) to Multi Family (PM 1800),
and adopting an associated development agreement.
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f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
The comprehensive plan designation is Multi Family (RM 1800).
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
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h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify.
Based on the Gty's Critical Areas A!g42 the Property is not burdened by any critical areas..
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
There are 133 units for this project. 106 units are 2 bedroom, and 27 are 3 bedroom. Assuming each
room is filled by one person, 293 people could work or reside in the ecinpieted project.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
None, the site is currently not used as residential.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement irnpacts, if any:
Not applicable, as no displacement will occur.
1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and
plans, if any:
In remaining consistent with the area's surrounding multifamily residential uses, the proposal is
compatible with current land use determinations.
in. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-tenn
commercial significance, if any:
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9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low
income housing.
This project is providing market rate townhome units. There are 133 total units identified of which
126 will be market rate income housing. Per Federal Way city code, FWRC 19.1 10.010 (2), a total
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of 5% of the overall units (7 units) will be offered at a rate that is affordable to those individuals and
families having incomes that are 50 percent or below the median county income.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high-, middle-, or
low-income housing.
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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
None are proposed.
No negative housing impacts are anticipated, as the development will establish 133 new units without
displacement of any existing residences. Units will be sold at market value so not to impact the local cost of
rent.
10. Aesthetics
What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the
principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
The maximum height for both towrihomes, and zero lot line townhomes is 35 feet. Certain rooftop
structures may exceed the height by up to four feet if screened, and if they do not exceed 10 percent of
the total area of the building footprint.
Grade = 0'-0" to highest ridge line of roof the buildings are: 35'-5 %". Grade = 0'-0" to mid -point of
highest ridge line the buildings are 3l'-8 %". Federal way height calculation is from average grade to the
mid -point of the highest ridge line and max allowed is 35' to that mid -point.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
According to the Assessor's Report, no views in danger of obstruction exist on -site.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
None are proposed.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur?
Due to the materials used to clad the townhomes, no significant light or glare would be produced by the
proposed project.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
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No safety hazards or view interference are anticipated to result from this project.
c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
None exists.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
Materials chosen for the construction of the townhomes will have light and glare impacts in mind. The
project will comply with all applicable exterior lighting standards in the City of Federal Way Municipal
Code.
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the iminediate vicinity?
- BPA Trail access — 1.8 miles from site
- Celebration Park— 1.4 miles from site
- W Campus Trail access - 0.1 mile from site
- West Hylebos Wetland Park — 1.7 miles from site
- Federal Way Conununity Center — 1.0 mile from site
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
No, the project will not displace any existing public 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:
A 3,000 SF playground is proposed for the project, providing additional recreational opportunities for
residents and members of the surrounding community.
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.
The building that currently exists on site is neither over 45 years old nor designated as historically
significant.
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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.
There are no known landmarks, features or other evidence of Indian or historic uses.
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 data, etc.
Washington Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation GIS data.
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.
None proposed or required
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.
The site is served by I" Ave S. and S. 328"' Street. Pacific Highway S is the nearest highway, 1.6 miles
distance from the proposed site.
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 — existing bus stops located 0.5 miles away;
- Along SW 320" street
- Along S 333"" street
How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non -project proposal have?
How many would the project or proposal eliminate?
Approximately 295 parking spaces to be provided, including guest spaces. None are to be eliminated
from the current site, given that the site is currently unused.
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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).
Frontage improvements may be required along I" Ave S. Other improvements relate to driveway
modifications and additions.
e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
No.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed projector proposal? If
known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be
trucks (such as commercial and non -passenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were
used to make these estimates?
Analysis by the Federal Way Public Works department found that the development would generate less
than 1 % of existing traffic on 1" Ave South. South 328"' street currently handles about 150 vehicles per
hour, the new development would add 63 vehicles per hour (30% increase).
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.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
No significant transportation impacts are anticipated. A speed study could be performed to further gauge
potential impacts if necessary.
The project will comply with City of Federal Way development standards and pay required impact fees
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)? If so, generally describe.
The multi -family project would create an additional need for residents to access public services. An
additional school bus stop is planned to be set along 328°i to serve the potential 145 additional students
coming out of the development. Emergency services will have access to the site's arterial streets.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
The development will pay required impact fees to reduce or control direct impacts on public services.
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16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:
Department of Community Development
33325 8"' Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityofftderalway.com
Electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic
system, other
Electricity, water, garbage pickup, phone, and sanitary sewer are existing and will be provided to
serve the proposed project.
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.
Proposed utilities include all necessary to support a multi -family residential project; gas, electricity,
telephone, sewer, and septic.
Utility pipes should be bedded and backfilled in accordance with American Public Works Association
(APWA) or City of Federal Way specifications.
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand
that the lead agency is r ying on them to make its decision.
Signature:
Name of Signee: Lis Soldano
Position and Agency/Organization
Date Submitted: 3/21/23
FW 15t Avenue Development LLC
D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(IT IS NOT NECESSARY to 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 terms.
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?
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Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
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:
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?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
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How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and
utilities?
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or
requirements for the protection of the enviromnent.
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