DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE VSM Preliminary PlatDETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
VSM Preliminary Plat
Files: 21-104125-SU & 21-104126-SE
Description: Applicant proposes to subdivide two parcels totaling
4.08 acres into 11 single family lots. The site contains a non-fish
bearing stream and category IV wetlands to be set aside within a
native preservation critical areas tract. Minor temporary grading
activities are proposed within the outer 25% of the wetland buffer.
The proposal includes a wetland buffer enhancement planning
plan. The project includes street improvements, storm drainage
improvements, landscaping and utility improvements. The site is
zoned RS7.2.
Location: 2625 & 2641 S 298th ST, Federal Way
Parcel #’s 768380-0280 and -0290
Applicant: Encompass Engineering
165 NE Juniper ST, Suite 201
Issaquah, WA 98027
Staff Contact: Associate Planner Natalie Kamieniecki
253-835-2638,
natalie.kamieniecki@cityoffederalway.com
The city’s Responsible Official has determined that the proposal does not have a probable significant
adverse impact on the environment, and an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under
RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and
other information on file with the city.
A completed environmental checklist and supporting documents are available for review at the City of
Federal Way Community Development Department (Federal Way City Hall, 33325 8th Avenue South,
Federal Way, WA 98003, 253-835-2607), from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and the
following website:
This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2). The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days
from the date of issuance. Comments must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on March 22, 2024. Unless
modified by the city, this determination will become final following the comment deadline. Any person
aggrieved by the determination may file an appeal with the city within 21 days of the above comment
deadline. You may appeal this determination to the Federal Way City Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on
April 12, 2024, by a written letter stating the reason for the appeal of the determination. You should be
prepared to make specific factual objections.
Responsible Official: Keith Niven, AICP, CEcD
Title: Director of Community Development/SEPA Official
Address: 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003
Date Issued: March 8, 2024 Signature: