Exhibit K - Environmental Checklist-03-23-2022Department 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 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
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Summit at Steel Lake
2. Name of applicant:
Copper Ridge LLC - Evan Mann
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
P.O. Box 73790
Puyallup, WA 98373
253-820-7835
Evan@SoundBuiltHomes.com
4. Date checklist prepared:
July 9, 2021
Updated: March 14, 2022
5. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Federal Way, WA
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Clearing and grading is anticipated to begin in Spring of 2022, with construction in the
Summer of 2022. Project completion is planned for Spring 2023.
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with
this proposal? If yes, explain.
No, there are no plans.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared,
directly related to this proposal.
Geotechnical Report (Dated: 11-13-2018)
Preliminary TIR (Dated: 7-6-2021)
Critical Areas Report (Dated: 9-27-2021)
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 at this time.
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10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
Preliminary Plat Approval, Grading Permit, Right-of-way Permit, Building Permits, SEPA
Determination, & FPA 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.)
The proposal includes a 24-lot Preliminary Plat, a new section of right-of-way connecting to
S 304th Street, stormwater facilities, and recreation opportunities onsite.
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 location of the proposal includes one parcel at approximately 5.94 acres inside the City
of Federal Way’s city limits, less than a half mile from the intersection of Pacific Highway
South and South 304th Street. No address is assigned, but the parcel is also identified as
Assessor Parcel Number (APN) 052104-9033 in Section 5, Township 21, Range 4. The legal
description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map can be found on the plan set
submitted with this SEPA review.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site:
(circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
The steepest slope is approximately 19% on the southeastern portion of the project.
Topography varies across the site. The overall elevation change is roughly 14- feet from
the highest points in the south and central regions and lowest point in the northwest.
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 type listed by the NRSC Web Soil Survey Map is Arents, Alderwood material, 3 to 6
percent slopes at 100% of the area of interest. There are no agricultural lands of long-
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term significance. Any removal of soils onsite will be in accordance with the City of
Federal Way’s clearing and grading requirements. Please review the Geotechnical
Report submitted as part of the preliminary plat application for detailed information.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe.
There are historical records of landslides in the area to the northwest, closest to the
shoreline. Per the WA State DNR Geologic Information Portal, there are no indications
or history of unstable soils onsite or in the immediate vicinity.
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.
Grading is proposed in the development to ensure proper roadway configuration, site
drainage, stormwater management, and building envelopes. Approximately 20,263 CY
of cut and 7,775 CY of fill is anticipated. The source of fill dirt has not been determined
yet.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
Erosion could occur as a result of clearing and grading during construction. However,
best management practices (BMPs) through the implementation of a SWPPP and
CESCL will be utilized to minimize erosion and ensure sediment control.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction
(for example, asphalt or buildings)?
Approximately 65% of the subject site will be covered by impervious surfaces post
construction.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
A Construction Storm Water General Permit (CSWGP) from WA State Dept. of Ecology
is required due to the site being larger than one acre in size. The CSWGP requires a
Storm Water Pollution and Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Temporary Erosion and
Sedimentation Control (TESC) Plan that will be prepared and implemented prior to start
of construction.
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.
Temporary impacts include construction-related vehicle exhaust and dust particles
dispersed from sawing, cutting, and manipulating materials onsite. Any spray-on
material applications, such as paint or insulation, should be applied following OSHA
and ISO guidelines for installation and clean up management.
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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 would be those typical for residential neighborhoods,
such as automobile exhaust and fireplace/heating infrastructure.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
Construction impacts are not anticipated to be significant and can be control through
BMP implementation, such as aggregate construction entrances, truck wash stations, or
spray-truck watering for exposed soils.
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.
To the applicant’s knowledge there are no surface water bodies in the immediate vicinity of
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, it will not.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water
or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
None.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose,
and approximate quantities if known.
No withdrawals or diversions are anticipated.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan.
No, the project site is not located inside of a 100-year floodplain. The subject parcel is
located within FEMA FIRM Panel 53033C1230G, Zone X, and noted as 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, the proposal does not involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters.
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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.
The proposed development is located inside the South King County Groundwater
Management Area and will be served by Lakehaven Water & Sewer District, a public
water system. No wells and no groundwater withdrawals are anticipated.
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.
The proposed development will be served by Lakehaven Water & Sewer District, a public
sanitary sewer system, and no industrial or agricultural uses are anticipated.
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.
Runoff will be generated from driveways, sidewalks, right-of-ways, and structures, and
will be captured, conveyed, and discharged into stormwater infrastructure located on
Tract A. Stormwater management infrastructure will be sized according to the capacity
requirements listed in the WA State Dept. of Ecology’s (DOE) Stormwater Management
Manual for Western WA and the 2016 King County Surface Water Design Manual. A
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) construction stormwater
permit may be required.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
Generally, no. Stormwater infrastructure will include treatment mechanisms and/or flow
control applications to prevent the discharge of waste into the environment. The potential
for illicit discharges and petroleum hydrocarbons from construction vehicles will be
managed through the associated project SWPPP. After construction, potential pollutants
include roadway runoff and landscaping applications.
3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe.
No, drainage patterns will only be affected within the limits of the development.
Stormwater generated in the vicinity of the project will remain in its natural drainage
basins at pre-development rates.
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d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern
impacts, if any:
No drainage impacts anticipated; therefore, no mitigation measures are triggered. See
answer to Questions (c)(1) for control and mitigation methods. Also please refer to the
provided site plan sets for further details.
4. Plants
a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site:
✓ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
✓ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
✓ shrubs
✓ 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?
Removal of vegetation will occur for the construction of roads and dwellings. Select trees
will be retained and pursuant to the applicable Code requirements, replacement trees will
be planted to achieve the require tree unit credits. Additionally, specific offsite trees will
have their driplines observed through protective fencing, signage, as well as being
excluded from the extents of onsite grading. Please see the associated tree retention and
landscaping plan included with this submittal.
c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
No threatened or 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:
Proposed landscaping may include the use of native or drought resistant plants. Invasive
species found on site will be removed to enhance existing and planted vegetation. Please
reference the landscaping Plan submitted with this development proposal.
e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site.
Per WSDA Noxious Weed Data Viewer and King County’s iMap data, Giant Hogweed
and Tansy Ragwort have been report within one half mile of the project site. During a
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habitat assessment, it was found that Himalayan Blackberry is on the project site as well.
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:
b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
No threatened or endangered species are known to be on or near the site and according
to the WSFW PHS interactive web map, there are no listed or candidate species
occurrences listed.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
Yes, the site, like all of Western Washington, lies within the Pacific Flyway Migratory
Route.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
To help preserve and enhance wildlife, the project is proposing the meet the required tree
retention and landscaping requirements to support animal species in the area.
e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site.
No invasive animal species are known to on or near the site.
6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the
completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc.
Electricity and natural gas through Puget Sound Energy will be the primary source of
energy used to provide heating and cooling to each dwelling. The builder will provide the
appropriate heating and cooling systems with are energy efficient and cost effective for
the homebuyer.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally
describe.
No, the project will not affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties.
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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:
The proposed dwelling will be constructed in conformance with the applicable
International Residential Code and State Energy Code standards. Energy conserving
materials and fixtures will be evaluated for suitability in all new construction. Homes
designed to be energy efficient are common in this area.
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.
The site of the proposal is located within the Tacoma Smelter Plume detect area but has a
predicted arsenic concentration under 20 ppm. Coordination with WA DOE is required
for potential implementation of a Voluntary Soil Clean-Up Program. Soil samples may be
required.
1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses.
Although there is a potential for historic contamination from the Tacoma Smelter Plume,
according to the WA DOE Toxic Cleanup program interactive map, there are no known
additional contamination events 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.
No known additional existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that would affect the
proposal.
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.
Any chemicals stored onsite would be typical of residential home usage, such as paint,
fertilizers, and automotive lubricants. During construction, use of heavy trucks onsite
will be common, but spill control plans and standard automotive maintenance practices
performed by the contractor will be in place throughout the construction phase.
4) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
No known requirements for special emergency services.
5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
No additional existing hazards are known, and the contractor onsite will be required to
following all standard OSHA, L&I and WA DOE spill prevention plan requirements.
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b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic,
equipment, operation, other)?
The main source of off-site noise in this area originates from the vehicular traffic present
on S 304th Street and nearby local access streets. This is not anticipated to negatively
affect the proposal.
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.
Short-term noise impacts will result from the use of construction and building equipment
during site development and home construction. These temporary activities will be
limited to legal working hours as prescribed by City Code. Long-term impacts will be
those associated with the increase of human population, additional traffic and noise
associated with residential areas will occur in the area.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Building construction will be done during the hours prescribed by the City. Construction
equipment will be equipped with muffler devices and idling time will be encouraged to be
kept to a minimum.
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.
North: Single-Family
East: Single-Family, & Multi-family (Duplexes)
South: Single-Family, & Educational Institution (High School)
West: Single-Family
Current proposal does not affect current land uses.
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?
There will be no impact on agriculture or forest lands as this parcel has been a privately
owned property for many years and is not currently used as agriculture or forest land.
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:
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No, there are no known farm or forest uses in the vicinity.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
There are no structures onsite.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
No, there are no structures onsite.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
RS7.2 = Single-Family Residential, 1 Dwelling Unit / 7,200 square feet
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Urban, 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.
Per research utilizing King County iMap and the City of Federal Way’s Critical Areas
Map (2016) there are no identified Critical Areas on this site.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Per the US Census Quick Facts from the 2015-2019 population dataset there are 2.45
persons per household in King County. Based on this dataset, approximately 59
individuals will reside within the completed project. (24 Dus X 2.45 persons per
household = 58.8 persons)
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
Zero, there is no one that lives onsite, therefore no one will be displaced.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
No measures proposed, the site is vacant.
l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans, if any:
Site design is regulated per local and state code, and the land use is approved in this
zoning district so it will be compatible with existing and projected land use plans.
m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term
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commercial significance, if any:
None, there are no known agricultural or forest lands in the vicinity.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-
income housing.
The project will provide 24 new residences. The new residences are anticipated to be
market rate homes as middle-income housing.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high-, middle-, or
low-income housing.
No dwelling units will be eliminated, the property is currently vacant.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
Other than being regulated by local and state code, there are no measures to reduce or
control housing impacts.
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?
The tallest height of any proposed structure will be the maximum height allowed by local
code. Exterior materials may be wood, cement board siding or other materials allowed by
building codes.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
There should be no impact upon views in the immediate vicinity.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Since the proposal does not anticipate obstructing or altering any views, all measures to
reduce or control aesthetic impacts will be regulated by local code and reviewed by the
appropriate jurisdiction.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur?
Minimal light and glare will be a result of residential lighting and traffic which will
occur early in the morning and late in the evening.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
No safety hazards related to light or glare is anticipated. Typical building materials, such
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as wood, masonry, brick, or composite, to not commonly produce glare that would pose a
safety hazard.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
No impacts from off-site light or glare are anticipated as a result of the surrounding
residential uses.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
The project will be designed to minimize light and glare including the utilization of
down-lighting.
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
The Federal Way High School is less the 100 feet south of the project site, and Sacajawea
Middle School is about a half mile to the north. Sacajawea Park, which neighbors
Sacajawea Middle School is also about a half mile from the proposal, and Wildwood
Park to the east, is located approximately one mile away.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
No displacement of recreational uses is anticipated since the site is currently vacant.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to
be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
Open space and recreation facilities at 15% of the gross land area is required onsite per
municipal code requirements for all residential subdivisions. Please refer to the provided
site plan sets for the location of the facilities and further details.
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.
There is one site located less than one mile from the project site that is determined
eligible due to architecture. The site is located near the intersection of Pacific Highway
South and S 312th Street and is currently occupied by US Bank.
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 not any landmarks or features, such as cemeteries or other evidence of Indian
or historic use by regional tribe affiliations. If an archaeological site or artifact is found
during construction, the appropriate Historical Preservation Professional will be notified.
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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.
According to DAHP’s WISSARD predictive model, the site is listed as Moderately Low
and Moderate Risk. Most of the site is covered under the Moderately Low Risk
classification, which notes that the requirement for a survey is contingent upon project
parameters.
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.
No measures are currently proposed. If an archaeological site or artifact is found during
construction, the appropriate historical Preservation Professional will be notified.
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 South 304th Street. The development of the parcel will include
internal access via a cul-de-sac. No through streets or connectivity is anticipated.
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, Sound Transit provides two Express Bus Routes via the Federal Way Transit Center
located less than 2 miles from the project site. Metro Transit provides DART route
services in the immediate area around the project. DART bus stops are located within one
quarter mile towards the south via 11th Avenue South. There is also a Rapid Ride bus
stop near the intersection of SR 99 and South 308th Street approximately ½ mile from the
site.
c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal have?
How many would the project or proposal eliminate?
The proposal will provide two garage parking stalls per home, as well as two driveway
parking stalls. Total off-street parking stalls will be approximately 96 stalls.
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).
Yes, the proposal will add a new public cul-de-sac internally accessing the development
from S 304th Street. The new public ROW will include curd, gutter, landscaping strip,
sidewalk, and a utility strip. Due to the existing ROW width of only 8-feet north of the
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centerline, roughly a 25-foot ROW dedication will be required along with half-street
improvements. Curb, gutter, sidewalk, and ROW landscaping are also required on S
304th Street.
The existing speed hump along South 304th Street near the southeast corner of the
project site will be converted to a raised crosswalk.
e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation?
If so, generally describe.
No, the project will not.
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?
Trip generation estimates are based on data published by the Institute of Transportation
Engineers (ITE). Per ITE’s published projections, single-family residences generate an
estimate of 9.5 daily trips per dwelling unit. It is estimated that total daily trips generated
by the project will be around 228.
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.
No, the proposal will not interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of
agricultural and forest products on roads in the area.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
The project will be contributing traffic 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 proposed community will result in increased need for public service such as fire,
health, and police protection consistent with typical single-family developments.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
Roads and dwellings will be constructed to meet all applicable standards and codes of the
City and IRC/WSEC. The proposed development will contribute to the local tax base and
provide additional tax revenue for the various public services.
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:
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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.
Electricity/Gas: Puget Sound Energy
Water: Lakehaven Water & Sewer District
Sanitary Sewer: Lakehaven Water & Sewer District
Refuse: Waste Management
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: Ben Madeo
Position and Agency/Organization: Project Planner, Core Design, Inc
Date Submitted: July 9, 2021 , Revised March 23, 2022
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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?
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:
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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?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
6. 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 environment.