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SEPA 1 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 determination. 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
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1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Federal Way O&M
2. Name of applicant:
City of Federal Way
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
Josh Kubitza, AHBL, jkubitza@ahbl.com
253-284-0214
2215 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA 98403
4. Date checklist prepared:
12/22/2023
5. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Federal Way
6. Proposed timing of schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
No proposed phasing.
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 additions or expansions are known at this time.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal.
Geotechnical report, tree/vegetation plan, preliminary drainage, traffic impact analysis.
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.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
Type III Land Use Permit, Site Development, Building Permits.
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.)
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The scope of work is located east of 28th avenue S only. The proposed Operation &
Maintenance facility includes the addition of a total of 66,370 square feet of buildings and
200 parking stalls on a 13.6-acre site. The new facility will have capacity for approximately
120 employees. There are three existing access points that will be used for the site and no
new access points are proposed. Additionally, the proposal includes the demolition of nine
single family residential homes and demolition of all the buildings associated with the
existing maintenance facility. While the new operations building is being constructed, the
existing operations building located in the southwest corner of the existing maintenance
facility site will remain in use for staff operations. Once the new maintenance facility is
built, the existing facility will be demolished. Each proposed building and the associated
square footage is detailed below:
x Operations building: 17,590 square foot
x Fleet and Maintenance Building: 25,480 SF
x Departmental storage sheds: 5,800 SF
x Generator Shed and Swat: 3,000 SF
x Snow fleet storage sheds: 4,250 SF
x Salt and sand bins (proposed and future): 10,250 SF
The Operation & Maintenance facility has been designed specifically to meet the needs of
the City of Federal Way Public Works and Parks Departments. The facilities program has
incorporated both current and the anticipated growth projections of each department into
the design. As the City of Federal Way continues to expand and develop over the next
twenty years, the demand on the City’s infrastructure and parks will need to keep pace with
the anticipated growth of the city.
The City’s current maintenance and operations facilities lacks adequate space to meet the
cities present needs, based on this the site will be expanded to the north to accommodate
additional programing space. The existing buildings and infrastructure, are overcrowded
and at the end of their useful life and this design reflects a total replacement of almost all of
the current facility. The existing facility consists of an old fire station and the adjacent
residential building both are not suited for continued use by the city. The current design is
for a new expanded facilities programed to house the two departments based on their
present needs with room for future expansion as needed while allowing a portion of the
existing facility to remain in operation until the new facility is in place. At which time the
remaining structures and paving will be removed and the landscaping completed on the
site.
Some of the benefits of a new facility include, lower maintenance costs, higher efficiency,
and less impact to existing operations during a renovation project. A new facility also has
the benefit and efficiency of being designed specifically for its intended use. Refer to the
architectural drawings and the attached spread sheet for a list of the structures on site and
the areas of each building or space.
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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 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.
The site is located east of 28th Ave South and Steel Lake Park in Federal Way. The Site is
comprised of 12 parcels totaling approximately 12 acres. The central parcel is addressed as
31016 28th Ave S, Federal Way, WA, 98003. The parcel numbers are 0921049239;
0921049240; 0921049095; 0921049115; 0921049085; 0921049170; 0921049009;
0921049250; 0921049198; 0921049314; 0921049313; 0921049075; 0921049026 (portion,
this is a large parcel that encompasses Steel Lake Park), 0921049084 and 0921049329. T 21
N R.04E.
B. Environmental Elements
1. Earth
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a. General description of the site:
Circle or highlight one: Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other:
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
8%, at eastern site boundary.
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.
Per USDA, soils in the area are approximately 85% Alderwood gravelly sandy loam with
shallow depth to ground water, typically 1-3 feet.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If
so, describe.
Per the King County iMap and City of Federal Way mapping, there are no unstable soils.
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.
The project site will need to be regraded to accommodate the proposed improvements. 11.9
acres of land will be affected, and this will require approximately 26,000 CY of cut and 36,000 CY
of fill, for a net import of 10,000 CY. Materials removed will include topsoils and native subsoils,
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while imported soils will include structural fill and gravel base courses. Some existing materials
will be re-used on site. Imported materials will be from local approved sources.
f. Could erosion occur because of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
Erosion may occur during construction, TESC best management practices will be
implemented.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
There will be approximately 6.4 acres of impervious surface once construction is
complete. This area includes the roof of two main buildings and several small sheds and
outbuildings, parking areas, and walkways. This is approximately 54% of the project
area.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any.
The project is required to obtain and follow the requirements of a Construction
Stormwater NPDES permit through the Washington Department of Ecology. A
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Temporary Erosion Control Plan
(TESC) were developed to meet the NPDES permit requirements.
2. Air
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a. 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.
Construction would result in a temporary increase in air pollution, including emissions
from equipment and dust from construction activities. Post-construction emissions
would include emissions from vehicle trips associated with the commercial uses.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If
so, generally describe.
Highway traffic from I-5.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
Construction activities and equipment will follow the appropriate regulations for
controlling emissions to the air. Potential BMPs include using water sprays, minimizing
vehicle speeds on unpaved roadways, and minimizing work during period of high winds.
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3. Water
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a. Surface:
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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.
Per the King County iMap and City of Federal Way mapping, there are no surface
water bodies in the vicinity of the project.
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 known wetlands within 200 feet of the project
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.
This proposal will not result in the dredging or filing of surface waters or wetlands.
4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give a general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No, this proposal will not require surface water withdrawals or diversions.
5. Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site
plan.
Per the FIRM map number 53033C1235G dated 8/19/2020, the area lies within an
“Area of Minimal Flood Hazard”.
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 waste materials will be discharged to surface waters as a result of the proposal.
b. Ground:
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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
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quantities withdrawn from the well. Will water be discharged to groundwater?
Give a general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No wells or groundwater discharge are proposed.
2. Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks
or other sources, if any (domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following
chemicals…; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number
of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number
of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve.
None.
c. Water Runoff (including stormwater):
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.
Site runoff flows east toward the Sound Transit and I-5 right-of-way, and is proposed
to be detained with either an underground StormTank system located below the
fleet parking area, or detained in one of two above ground stormwater ponds.
The street runoff will be detained with a separate underground detention system.
All developed discharge is to match predeveloped discharge rates from 50% of the 2-
year peak flow up to the full 50-year peak flow. Developed peak discharge rates
shall also match predeveloped peak discharge rates for the 2- and 10-year return
periods.
2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
No waste materials are anticipated to enter ground or surface waters. Storm
water from parking surfaces will be treated.
3. Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the
site? If so, describe.
Drainage will continue to runoff to the east as in the existing condition.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and
drainage pattern impacts, if any:
Stormwater design will follow the requirements of the 2016 King County Surface Water
Design Manual, with the City of Federal Way Addendum to the KCSWDM
4. Plants
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a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site:
܈ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
܈܈ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
܈ shrubs
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܈ grass
܆ pasture
܆ crop or grain
܆ orchards, vineyards, or other permanent crops.
܆ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
܆܆ water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
܆ other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
Existing facility is mainly paved. Parcels to the north are single family with heavily forested
areas. Forested areas will be altered or removed.
c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
Per WAC 365-190-130 and available mapping the site will likely not be considered a fish
and wildlife conservation area, and the Department of Fish and Wildlife Priority Habitat
Species mapping did not identify any on site.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any.
Proposal will follow all applicable landscaping requirements per FWMC 19.115 and
19.125,and will comply with all applicable tree retention requirements per FWMC
19.120.020.
e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site.
The WSDA has identified sightings of dalmatian toadflax, tansy ragwort, spotted
knapweed and common reed near the site.
5. Animals
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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:
x Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other:
x Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
x Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other:
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b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
No priority species or habitats are identified on the site per the DNR PHS maps.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
Yes, the site is part of the pacific flyway.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any.
None.
e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site.
None known.
6. Energy and natural resources
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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.
The projects energy needs will be served by Puget Sound Energy, which uses a mix of
sources such as hydropower, coal, and natural gas.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If
so, generally describe.
There will be no impact on the potential to utilize solar energy for neighboring
properties as a result of this proposal.
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 construction and operation will conform to applicable portions of the State of
Washington Energy Code Item C406 requirements for reduced lighting power density.
Energy efficient methods will be used for the mechanical and lighting systems.
7. Environmental health
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a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals,
risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur because of this
proposal? If so, describe.
None, per Ecology “What’s in My Neighborhood” map.
1. Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past
uses.
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None, per Ecology “What’s in My Neighborhood” map.
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.
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.
Chemicals typical of construction activities will be used during the construction process,
including gasoline for vehicle use. To our knowledge, no other toxic or hazardous
chemicals will be stored on site after construction.
4. Describe special emergency services that might be required.
No special emergency services will be required other than those normally provided such
as police and fire protection.
5. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any.
None are expected to be necessary, but the project will comply with all
environmental regulations.
b. Noise
1. What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment, operation, other)?
Standard neighborhood traffic, highway traffic from I-5
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)?
Noise during construction, operational noise from vehicles and equipment
3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Landscape buffers per FWMC landscaping requirements and compliance with City of
Federal noise standards.
8. Land and shoreline use
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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.
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A portion of the site occupied by the Steel Lake Maintenance Facility, and the remaining
areas are either undeveloped or occupied by single-family homes.
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 because 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?
There is no indication of the project site being used as working farmlands or
forestlands prior to its current use.
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, the proposal will not impact, nor be impacted by, farm or forest land
operations.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
Existing storage, warehouse, and office buildings for the maintenance facility, single
family homes and associated accessory structures.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
Yes, single family homes and associated accessory structures.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
RS7.2
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Single family, high density
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
Not applicable
h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so,
specify.
No
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Currently about 80 individuals are employed on the site, and this would increase to
about 160.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
Based on the Federal Way average household size, approximately 24.75 people (9
households).
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k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any.
None
l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected
land uses and plans, if any.
Proposal will comply with all zoning and land use requirements.
m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of
long-term commercial significance, if any:
No measures are proposed since there are no agricultural or forest lands within the
immediate vicinity of the proposal.
9. Housing
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a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
N/A, nonresidential
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
N/A, nonresidential
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
None
10. Aesthetics
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a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is
the principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
The proposed building heights will fall between 20 and 33 feet.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
There are no views in the neighborhood that will be altered.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Landscaping, site design, and design review in compliance with FWMC.
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11. Light and glare
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a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur?
Light or glare will be produced after dark from the building and parking lot lighting after
dark.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views?
No, lighting will be produced to enhance security, safety, and facility usage. It will be
directed downward to reduce light and glare impacts.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
There are no off-site sources of light or glare that will impact the proposal.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
Site lighting design in compliance with FWMC.
12. Recreation
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a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity?
Steel Lake Park
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
No existing recreational uses will be displaced.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
No measures are proposed.
13. Historic and cultural preservation
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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.
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
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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. A majority of the project area is designated low or moderately low risk per the
WISAARD predictive model, ad no eligible/significant sites are identified.
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 data, etc.
DAHP WISAARD mapping.
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.
If cultural or archaeological objects are found during site preparation work, the
Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) will be
notified, and appropriate measures will be taken.
14. Transportation
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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 28th Ave S.
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, there is bus service along 28th Ave S, and there are two bus stops immediately
adjacent to the site.
c. 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).
Per the Traffic Impact Analysis, no mitigation is recommended for traffic impacts related
to the proposed development outside of frontage improvements and traffic impact fees.
28th Ave S. curb, gutter, and other required improvements are being completed by the
Federal Way Public Works Department under a different contract and permits.
d. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or
air transportation? If so, generally describe.
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No, the proposed project will not use or occur in the immediate vicinity of water, rail, or
air transportation.
e. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or
proposal? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of
the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What
data or transportation models were used to make these estimates?
See the below table from the Traffic Impact Analysis, estimating current and future peak
trips.
f. 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.
This proposal will not impact, nor be impacted by, the movement of agricultural and
forest products within the vicinity of the site.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
Compliance with Federal Way concurrency requirements.
15. Public services
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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.
There will not be any increased need for public services beyond that which already
exists on the site.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
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The proposal will improve public services by providing additional capacity for Federal
Way Public Works.
16. Utilities
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a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse
service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other:
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.
Water and sewer will be provided by Lakehaven. Electricity will be provided by PSE.
C. Signature
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The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the
lead agency is relying on them to make its decision.
Type name of signee: Josh Kubitza, AICP
Position and agency/organization: Planning Manager / AHBL
Date submitted: 12/22/2023
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