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Home My WebLink About21-101911-Environmental Checklist-05-18-2021-V1Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 1 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist-05- 18-2021-V1.docx 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 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. Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 2 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist-05- 18-2021-V1.docx A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: 2022– 2027 Transportation Improvement Plan 2. Name of applicant: City of Federal Way 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Richard Perez, P.E. City of Federal Way, Public Works Department 33325 – 8th Ave S Federal Way, WA 98003 (253) 835-2740 4. Date checklist prepared: April 26, 2021 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Federal Way, Department of Community Development 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): • 1st Land Use/Transportation Committee meeting May 3rd, 2021, setting the Public Hearing date for June 15th, 2021; • 1st Council Meeting May 18th, 2021 setting the Public Hearing date for June 15th, 2021; • 2nd Presentation Land Use/Transportation Committee meeting June 8th, 2021; • The City Council would hold the public hearing and adopt the TIP on June 15th, 2021. 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. Per RCW 35.77.010, the TIP is to be updated annually and to be consistent with the City’s adopted Comprehensive Plan. Each project contained in the TIP will be required to undergo an independent SEPA analysis, unless an individual project is determined to be exempt from SEPA. Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 3 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist-05- 18-2021-V1.docx 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Projects are selected for inclusion in the TIP, based on the following process: 1. Land use data for the forecast new development from Puget Sound Regional Council were input to the City’s travel demand model to develop traffic volume forecasts; 2. Projects and their costs were identified to address capacity and safety deficiencies in 2020, 2025, and 2040. These projects were prioritized based on criteria adopted in the Comprehensive Plan. 3. Non-motorized projects were identified in the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, adopted in 2012, and prioritized using criteria developed in that plan. Each project contained in the TIP will be required to undergo an independent SEPA analysis, unless an individual project is determined to be exempt from SEPA. 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. Yes, the City will forward its approved TIP to WSDOT, PSRC, King County, Pierce County, and the cities of Tacoma, Fife, Milton, Pacific, Algona, Auburn, Kent, and Des Moines; to coordinate any future joint projects. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. The Federal Way City Council is required to adopt a TIP after holding a public hearing on the subject annually. The adopted TIP is reviewed by adjacent road authorities to provide coordination. PSRC is required to conduct air quality conformity analyses on all adopted TIP’s as a condition of receiving federal funds in the Puget Sound region. 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.) The Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) is a state-mandated six-year plan for transportation projects to be developed by each transportation agency. It is intended to assure interagency coordination, identification of needs for state and federal funding, and provide data to metropolitan planning organizations to meet federal requirements for air quality conformity and financial feasibility. The attached table provides brief descriptions of each project. Changes from last year’s 2022 – 2027 TIP are described as follows: Completed Projects • SR 99 HOV Lanes Phase V: S 340th Street – S 356th St: Add HOV lanes, install raised Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 4 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist-05- 18-2021-V1.docx median, turn lanes at S 348th Street, add sidewalks. Modified Project • City Center Access Phase 2: South Ramps expanded to include widening S 324th Street between SR 99 and 23rd Avenue S to 5 lanes, constructing multi-use path, and adding 2nd left-turn lanes on SR 99. Proposed New Projects • S 348th Street: 9th Avenue S – SR 99: overlay. We will also now show the City’s vegetation management program. 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. Citywide. See attached map. B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. Earth a. General description of the site: (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other _____________ Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 5 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist-05- 18-2021-V1.docx d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 2. Air 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 6 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist-05- 18-2021-V1.docx 3. Water 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 7 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist-05- 18-2021-V1.docx initiated. 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. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. d.Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 4. Plants a. Check the 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 ____pasture __X__crop or grain Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 8 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist-05- 18-2021-V1.docx ____ Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops. __X__ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other __X__water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other __X__other types of vegetation Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 9 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist-05- 18-2021-V1.docx c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 10 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 11 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. c. Describe any structures on the site. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 12 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx initiated. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 9. Housing a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low- income housing. None. b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high-, middle-, or low-income housing. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 13 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx 10. Aesthetics a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 11. Light and Glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 12. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 14 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 15 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx 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? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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). Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. f. 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? Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 15. Public Services Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 16 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 16. Utilities a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other ___________ Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. 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. Not applicable. Individual projects will be subject to their own SEPA review as design is initiated. C. SIGNATURE 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. Signature: Name of Signee: Position and Agency/Organization: Date Submitted: Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 17 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx 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. 1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? Implementation of the projects listed in the proposed TIP would result in increases in impervious surfaces, which would increase discharges to water. Emissions of some pollutants would increase as a result of increased vehicle travel speeds, but reduce others by reducing vehicle delays. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: Projects will be evaluated in accordance with all plans, policies, rules, and regulations adopted as a basis for the exercise of substantive authority under SEPA to approve, condition, or deny any proposed action. In addition, Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, Division VII, Supplemental Zoning Regulations provides specific regulations related to air quality, noise, and water quality. Water quality impacts will be mitigated in compliance with King County Surface Water Design Manual, which has been adopted by the City with minor amendments. Individual zones within the FWRC regulate storage and treatment of hazardous substances. FWRC Section 19.30.060 requires immediate compliance of nonconformance for each of these potential impact areas. 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? Minor reductions in habitat would result from grading and construction activities in undeveloped areas. This is outlined in the response to Item 4 below. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: Projects will be evaluated in accordance with all plans, policies, rules, and regulations adopted as a basis for the exercise of substantive authority under SEPA to approve, condition, or deny any proposed action. In addition, Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, Division VII, Supplemental Zoning Regulations provides specific regulations related to air quality, noise, and water quality. Impacts to wildlife habitat will be mitigated in compliance with the Endangered Species Act, 4D Rule, NPDES requirements, and King County Surface Water Design Manual. 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? Energy and resources would be consumed in the construction of projects, including gasoline and Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 18 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx diesel fuel for construction vehicles, wood products for forming concrete, sign posts, and landscaping materials, asphalt cement, concrete cement, sand, and gravel for paving, and mineral products for street lights, traffic signal poles, and signs. Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: Use of renewable and/or recycled products would be required as feasible. 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? Projects will be evaluated in accordance with all plans, policies, rules, and regulations adopted as a basis for the exercise of substantive authority under SEPA to approve, condition, or deny any proposed action. In addition, Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, Division VII, Supplemental Zoning Regulations provides specific regulations related to wildlife habitat. Impacts to wildlife habitat will be mitigated in compliance with the Endangered Species Act, 4D Rule, NPDES requirements, and King County Surface Water Design Manual. The following table shows where these potential impacts may be realized. Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 19 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx Project Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas Geologically Hazardous Areas Wetlands and Streams 1 X X 2 X 3 X 4 X 5 6 7 X 8 X X 9 10 11 12 X X 13 14 15 16 17 X X 18 19 20 21 X 22 23 24 25 26 X X 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 X X 36 X 37 X X 38 39 X X X 40 X X 41 X 42 5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com Bulletin #050 – October 17, 2016 Page 20 of 20 \\10.1.10.35\Users\PW\RickP\21-101911-Environmental Checklist- 05-18-2021-V1.docx Projects shown are currently contained in the adopted Comprehensive Plan or the adopted Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: The TIP has been designed to address roadway safety and capacity needs for all road users generated by Comprehensive Plan assumptions based on the 2018 forecasts for new development from Puget Sound Regional Council. 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? No impact beyond that which has been considered in the adoption of the existing Comprehensive Plan would be created. The TIP provides advance notice to utility providers in order to coordinate concurrent improvements and minimize disruption. Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: None needed. 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. At the time design on an individual project is initiated, any environmentally sensitive areas that may be impacted would be identified and any impacts mitigated as part of the project-specific environmental review process. In addition, Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) Title 19, Division VII, Supplemental Zoning Regulations provides specific regulations related to environmentally sensitive areas. Impacts to theses areas will be mitigated in compliance with the Endangered Species Act, 4D Rule, NPDES requirements, and King County Surface Water Design Manual.