16-105752,-) F ILE
CITY OF
t Federal Way
January 20, 2017
Indeijit K. Singh
29830 18"' Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003
RE: Permit #16-105752-00-PC; PREAPPLICATION MEETING SUMMARY
Singh Single -Family Residence; 29002 Military Rd. S., Federal Way
Dear Mr. Singh:
CITY HALL
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
(253) 835-7000
www.cityoffederalway.com
Jim Ferrell, Mayor
Thank you for participating in the preapplication conference with the City of Federal Way's Development
Review Committee (DRC) held January 5, 2017. We hope that the information discussed at that meeting
was helpful in understanding the general requirements for your project as submitted.
This letter summarizes comments given to you at the meeting by the members of the DRC. The members
who reviewed your project and provided comments include staff from the City's Planning and Building
Divisions and Public Works Department, and representatives from Lakehaven Water and Sewer District
and South King Fire and Rescue. Some sections of the Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) and relevant
information handouts are enclosed with this letter. Please be advised, this letter does not represent all
applicable codes. in preparing your formal application, please refer to the complete FWRC and other
relevant codes for all additional requirements that may apply to your project.
The key contact for your project is Dave Van De Weghe, 253-835-2638,
david.vandeweghe@cityoffederalway.com. For specific technical questions about your project, please
contact the appropriate DRC representative as listed below. Otherwise, any general questions about the
preapplication and permitting process can be referred to your key contact.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Proposal to construct one single-family home on a parcel encumbered by wetlands, adjacent to a stream.
MAJOR ISSUES
Outlined below is a summary of the major issues of your project based on the plans and information
submitted for preapplication review. These issues can change due to modifications and revisions in the
plans. These major issues only represent comments that the DRC consider most significant to your project
and do not include the majority of the comments provided. The major issues section is only provided as a
means to highlight critical requirements or issues. Please be sure to read the entire department comments
made in the next section of this letter.
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1. Planning Division
1. Process IV land use approval is required for all applications related to this development if
intrusions into wetlands are proposed.
2. SEPA review is required prior to approval of any Master Land Use Applications or building
permit applications.
3. A Use Process Application shall be required for intrusions to the wetlands, wetland buffer and/or
stream buffer prior to building permit approval.
4. A buffer of 105 feet is required along the Category III wetland to the east.
5. A stream rating must be determined in order to identify the width of the required stream buffer
prior to development activity.
2. Public Works Development Services Division
Surface water runoff control and water quality treatment Best Management Practices (BMP`s) will be
required per Appendix C of the 2016 King CozirztV Szif face Water Design Manual (KCSWDM). This
project meets the requirements for Simplified Drainage Review.
3. Public Works Traffic Division
l . Transportation Concurrency Management (FWRC 19.90) — Transportation concurrency
permit with application fee of $1,620.00 is required for the proposed project.
2. Traffic Impact Fees (FWRC 19.91) — Traffic impact fees, estimated at $3,991.39 for this
project, are required for single-family residential dwelling units.
3. Frontage Improvements (FWRC 19.135.040) — Construct street frontage improvements and
dedicate right-of-way (ROW) along the property frontage on Military Rd S.
4. Access Management (FWRC 19.135.260) — The development shall meet access management
standards.
4. Lakehaven Utility District
A Certificates of Water Availability and Sewer Availability issued separately by Lakehaven may be
required to be submitted with any land use and/or building permit applications.
5. South King Fire and Rescue
For fire access, a dead-end road in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with a cul-de-sac at
the dead end. All such cul-de-sacs shall be not less than 80 feet in diameter.
DEPARTMENT COMMENTS
Outlined below are the comments made by the representatives of each department present at the
preapplication conference. Each section should be read thoroughly. If you have questions, please contact
the representative listed for that section.
PLANNING DIVISION (Dave Van De Weghe, 253-835-2638,
ddavid.vandeweghena cityoffederalway.rom)
Zoning —The zoning forthe subject site is Multi -Family Residential (RM 3600). The minimum lot
size for single-family detached dwelling units is 5,000 square feet. A single-family residence
(detached dwelling unit) is a permitted use in this zone, per FWRC 19.205.030.
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Detached Dwelling Unit Regulations — Future residences must conform to the following
requirements of FWRC 19.205.030, "Detached Dwelling Units":
a. Setbacks — front yard — 20 feet; side yard — 5 feet; and rear yard — 5 feet.
b. Maximum height of structures — 30 feet above average building elevation.
c. Maximum lot coverage— 60 percent.
d. Required parking spaces —two per dwelling unit.
3. Land Use Review —Depend Ing on the scope of work and impacts to the critical areas the following
review processes may be required:
■ Intrusions into a wetland require Process 1V Land Use review. Process IV is an administrative
review conducted by city staff with a final decision issued by the Hearing Examiner following a
public hearing. The Process IV decision criteria are contained in FWRC 19.70.150.2(a)-(f). See
FWRC Chapter 19.145 for additional requirements.
• intrusions into a wetland buffer and/or stream buffer require Process iII Land Use review.
Process Ili is an administrative review conducted by city staff with a final decision issued by the
Director of Community Development. The Process iII decision criteria are contained in FWRC
19.65.100.2(a). See FWRC Chapter 19.145 for additional requirements.
• Per FWRC 19.15.060, where more than one application is submitted for a given development,
and those applications are subject to different levels of process, then all of the applications shall
be subject to the highest level of process that applies to any of the individual applications.
Therefore, all applications for this development shall be reviewed under Process IV.
State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) — The project is subject to environmental review under the
State Enviromnental Policy Act (SEPA) as the proposed development is located on lands covered by
water pursuant to Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 197-11-800(1)(a)(1). The city may utilize
the optional DNS method of combined land use and SEPA notifications when environmental
checklists are thoroughly completed. An environmental threshold determination made by the Director
of Community Development must be issued prior to land use or building pen -nit approval. Public
notice will be required as established in FWRC Title 14.
Public Notification — Process Ill applications and SEPA determinations require a 15-day comment
period. Within 14 days of issuing the Letter of Complete Application, a Notice of Application will be
published in the Fede7-al ff,ay Mirror, posted at the subject property, and the official notice boards
within the city. Mailed notice to all property owners within 300 feet of the subject property is also
required. The applicant is responsible for submitting stamped mailing envelopes for property owners
within 300 feet of the subject property. The city's GIS Division can provide this service for a nominal
fee. Please see the enclosed handout for further information.
The Process IV Hearing Examiner portion of the application requires the notice procedures above
with the addition of an extended comment (limited to the critical area encroachment) period up to the
date of the hearing, one public notification sign, and one additional set of stamped envelopes for
surrounding property owners to distribute the notice of public hearing.
6. Critical Areas — As noted in the Land Use Review Requirements section above, the site contains
regulated wetlands as identified by the City's wetland inventory. The applicant's consultant shall
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prepare a report to address the proposed wetland and stream buffer impacts. The report shall be peer -
reviewed at the applicant's expense, per FWRC 19.145.080(3).
On January 22, 2016, the city accepted the wetland classification and rating report prepared by
Watershed Dynamics (file #09-101793). The findings are valid for five years from the August 22,
2014, date of the report. The report identifies and delineates a Category III wetland along the eastern
side of the subject property. Pursuant to FWRC 19.145.420(2), a buffer 105 feet wide is required
along the wetland. No development or improvement may be located within a wetland buffer. Changes
to the wetland buffer are subject to the following requirements of FWRC 19.154.440:
• Wetland Buffer Averaging — The city will review and decide upon buffer averaging based on the
following criteria that shall be added to the critical areas report:
(a) The total area of the buffer after averaging is equal to the area required without averaging;
(b) The buffer is increased adjacent to the higher functioning area of habitat or more sensitive
portion of the wetland and decreased adjacent to the lower Functioning or less sensitive
portion;
(c) The buffer at its narrowest point is not reduced to less than 75 percent of the required width;
and
(d) Unless authorized in writing by a consenting neighboring property owner, the averaging will
remain on the subject property.
• Buffer Redaction With Enhancement— Buffers may be reduced by up to 25 percent on a case -by -
case basis if the project includes a buffer enhancement plan that clearly substantiates that an
enhanced buffer will improve and provide additional protection of wetland functions and values.
Buffer reductions may not be used in combination with buffer averaging. The city will review and
decide upon buffer reductions based on the following criteria:
(a) It will not adversely affect water quality;
(b) It will not adversely affect the existing quality of the wetland or buffer wildlife habitat;
(c) It will not adversely affect drainage or stormwater retention capabilities;
(d) It will not lead to unstable earth conditions nor create erosion hazards:
(e) It will not be materially detrimental to any other property or the city as a whole; and
(f) All exposed areas are stabilized with native vegetation, as appropriate.
A buffer enhancement plan, prepared by a qualified professional, shall be incorporated into the
critical area report. The plan shall assess the habitat, water quality, stormwater retention,
groundwater recharge, and erosion protection functions of the existing buffer; assess the effects of
the proposed modification on those functions; and address the six approval criteria of this section.
Stream Buffer MtrltSiOn — The site is adjacent to a regulated stream, Bingaman Creek. As
previously communicated to you, the stream rating must be determined prior to development. The
applicant shall have a professional stream rating report prepared. The report will be peer -
reviewed at the applicant's expense, per FWRC 19.145.080(3). Depending upon the rating, a
stream buffer 35 to 100 feet wide will be required, per 19.145.270(1). The proposed sewer
extension will likely intrude into the yet to be determined stream buffer. Buffer intrusions are
subject to FWRC 19.145.330(2-3):
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Stream buffer intrusions may be permitted with a buffer enhancement plan. The applicant shall
demonstrate that the remaining and enhanced reduced buffer will function at an equivalent or
higher level than the standard buffer. The plan shall provide an assessment of the following
existing functions and conditions of the buffer and the effects of the proposed modification on
those functions:
(a) Habitat;
(b) Water quality;
(c) Stormwater retention capabilities;
(d) Groundwater recharge; and
(e) Erosion protection.
The city may approve a stream buffer intrusion based on the following criteria:
(a) It will not adversely affect water quality;
(b) It will not adversely affect the existing quality of wildlife habitat within the stream or buffer
area;
(c) It will not adversely affect drainage or stormwater retention capabilities;
(d) It will not lead to unstable earth conditions nor create erosion hazards;
(e) It will not be materially detrimental to any other property in the area of the subject property
nor to the city as a whole; and
(f) It is necessary for reasonable development of the subject property.
Clearing, Grading, and Vegetation and Tree Retention — The proposal is subject to the provisions
of FWRC 19.120, "Clearing, Grading, and Vegetation and Tree Retention." A clearing and grading
plan that meets FWRC 19.120.020 and FWRC 19.120.040 must be submitted with the formal land
use application, if clearing and grading work is proposed. Excavation for any proposed sewer
extension that encroaches upon a stream buffer, wetland and/or wetland buffer is subject to review by
the city and Lakehaven Water and Sewer District. The proposal shall be reviewed concurrently with
related Critical Area applications.
The site will be subject to tree density requirements of FWRC 19.120.130(1); 30 tree -units per acre
are required for multi -family zoned sites. A tree unit is a value assigned to existing trees retained on
the property or replacement trees. The larger the tree, the greater value it is assigned. Required tree
density can be composed of retained trees and replacement plantings per FWRC 19.120.130. The tree
and vegetation plan must clearly show where the tree units are to be located. The formal application
must indicate what trees are to be removed.
For the 2.32-acre parcel in question, approximately 70 tree units are required. Tree unit credits are in
Table 2 of FWRC 19.120.130(2). Per FWRC 19.120. 130(3), the total number of tree units required to
be provided is calculated by multiplying gross site acreage, minus any proposed public or private
streets. If an applicant cannot provide for the minimum tree units per acre onsite, off -site mitigation,
or a fee -in -lieu payment to the city's urban forestry account, may be approved by the director. See
FWRC 19.120.140 for off -site mitigation and fee -in -lieu payment requirements.
8. Application Fees —Please contact the Permit Center at 253-835-2607 or
pernnitcenter@cityoffederalway.com for updated fee schedules.
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9. School Impact Fee — A school impact fee is due at the time of building permit application for the
new dwelling unit. The fee amount is subject to change as determined annually by the Federal Way
School District; please contact the Permit Center for current fees.
10. Short Plat — As discussed at the meeting, you indicated the potential for future development,
including a short plat. Pursuant to FWRC 18.30.010, short plat applications are administratively
processed through the Department of Community Development. The administrative review process
requires that the Director of Community Development issue a decision on the short subdivision
request and confirm conformance with FWRC 18.30.1 10(2). Public notice of the complete short plat
proposal is required per FWRC 18.30.080, and a 15-day public comment period is provided.
However, no public hearing will be required unless an appeal is filed. Relevant code sections are
available at www.codepubl1shiiig.corn/WA/FederalWay/.
PUBLIC WORKS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION (Kevin Peterson, 253-835-2734,
kevin.peterson@cityoffederalway.com)
Land Use Issues — Stormwater
1. For a single-family residence and associated site improvements, surface water runoff control and
water quality treatment Best Management Practices (BMP's) will be required per Appendix C of the
2016 King County Surface Water Design Manual (KCSWDM). This project meets the requirements
for Simplified Drainage Review.
2. If infiltration is proposed, soil logs prepared by a licensed geotechnical engineer or septic designer
must be provided to verify infiltration suitability.
3. If any work is to be done in or around the nearby stream, a Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) permit
may be required. Information regarding this permit can be obtained from the Washington Department
of Fish and Wildlife.
Right -of -Way Improvements
1. See the Traffic Division comments from Erik Preston, Senior Traffic Engineer, for traffic related
items.
2. if dedication of additional right-of-way is required to install street frontage improvements, the
dedication shall be conveyed to the City through a statutory warranty deed. The dedicated area must
have clear title prior to recording.
3. FWRC 19.135.280 requires that driveways serving residential uses may not be located closer than 25
feet to any street intersection. Lots and intersections within new subdivisions or short plats must be
designed to meet this standard.
Building Permit Issues
1. Drawings submitted for plan review shall be printed on 24" x 36" or 22" x 34" paper. Site plans shall
be drawn at a scale of 1" = 20', or larger. Architectural scales are not permitted on engineering plans.
2. Temporary Erosion and Sediment -control (TESL) measures, per Appendix D of the 2016 KCSWDM,
just be shown on the engineering plans.
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PUBLIC WORKS TRAFFIC DIVISION
(Erik, Preston, PE, 253-835-2744, eril:. reston(d:Citvoffcderalrva .cam)
Transportation Concurrency Analysis (FWRC 19.90)
1. Based on the submitted materials for 1 single-family detached housing unit, the Institute of
Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation - 8°i Edition, land use code 210 (Single -Family
Detached Housing), the proposed project is estimated to generate approximately 1 new weekday PM
peak hour trip. Alternatively, the applicant may submit a site specific trip generation study for the
proposed development.
2. A concurrency permit is required for this development project. The PW Traffic Division will perform
concurrency analysis to detennine if adequate roadway capacity exists during the weekday PM peak
period to accommodate the proposed development. Please note that supplemental transportation
analysis and concurrency mitigation may be required if the proposed project creates an impact not
anticipated in the six -year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP).
The estimated fee for the concurrency permit application is $1,620.00 (1 - 10 Trips). This fee is an
estimate and based on the materials submitted for the preapplication meeting. The concurrency
application fee must be paid in frill at the time the concurrency permit application is submitted with
land use application. The fee may change based on the new weekday PM peak hour trips as identified
in the concurrency trip generation. The applicant has the option of having an independent traffic
engineer prepare the concurrency analysis consistent with City procedures; however, the fee remains
the same.
Transportation Impact Fees (TIF) (FWRC 19.91)
Based on the submitted materials for 1 single family dwelling, the estimated total traffic impact fee is
$3,991.39. The actual fee will be assessed and collected from the applicant when the building permit is
issued, using the fee schedule then in effect (FWRC 19.100.070 3(c)). At any time prior to building
permit issuance, the applicant may request to defer to final building inspection the payment of a
transportation impact fee for a single-family residential dwelling unit (FWRC 19.100.075). if this option
is selected, a covenants prepared by the city to enforce payment of the deferred fees will be recorded at
the applicant's expense. Refer to defer payment of impact fee code for process.
Street Frontage Improvements (FWRC 19.135)
1. The applicant/owner would be expected to construct street improvements consistent with the planned
roadway cross -sections as shown in Map 11I-4 in Chapter III of the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan
(FWCP) and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) shown as Table Ili-10 (FWRC 19.135.040). Based
on the materials submitted, staff conducted a limited analysis to determine the required street
improvements. The applicant would be expected to construct improvements on the following streets
to the City's planned roadway cross -sections:
Military Rd S is a Minor Arterial planned as a Type "G" street, consisting of a 66-foot
street with curb and gutter, 6-foot planter strips with street trees, 8-foot sidewalks, and
street lights in a 100-foot right-of-way (ROW). Assuming a symmetrical cross section,
between 12 and 14-foot ROW dedication and half -street improvements are required as .
measured fi-om the street centerline OR far side edge of travel way.
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2. The applicant may make a written request to the Public Works Director to modify, defer, or waive the
required street improvements (FWRC 19.135.070). Information about right-of-way modification
requests is available through the Public Works Development Services Division. These modification
requests have a nominal review fee currently at $290 ($270.00 plus $20 recording fee).
3. Tapers and transitions beyond the project frontage may be required as deemed necessary for safety
purposes, taper rate shall be WS^2/60 or as directed by the Public Works Director.
Access Management (FWRC 19.135)
1. Access management standards are based on roadway safety and capacity requirements. FWRC
19.135.280 provides access standards for streets based on planned roadway cross -sections. Please
note that access classifications are per Drawing 3-1A in the Public Works Development Standards.
2. Please show all neighboring driveways within 150 feet of the proposed drive,�vay(s).
3. Military Rd S is Access Class " 3", which permits full access as close as 150 feet to any other street
intersection or driveway (whether on or off the subject property) or aligned with those on the opposite
side of the street. The current proposal may not meet access management standards with future
development and may need to be modified.
4. Driveways that serve any use other than detached dwelling units may not be located closer than 150
feet to any street intersection or to any other driveway, whether on or off the subject property.
Driveways that serve only residential use may not be located closer than 25 feet to any street
intersection or driveway. Separation distances shall be measured from centerline to centerline of
roadways and driveways.
5. The director may grant a modification administratively to reduce spacing standards by up to 20
percent of the tabular values with supporting documentation (FWRC 19.135290). Please note that
these modification requests have a nominal review fee of $290. Once preliminary traffic queuing
analysis has been completed, the applicant's traffic engineer may submit a written request for access
modification if desired.
6. For driveways that serve uses other than single-family residential uses and zero lot line townhouse
developments, the maximum driveway width is 30 feet for a two-lane two-way driveway and 40 feet
for a three -lane two-way driveway (FWRC 19.135.270). Driveway widths may be increased in order
to provide adequate width for vehicles that may be reasonably expected to use the driveway, as
determined by the Public Works Director.
BUILDING DIVISION (Peter Lawrence, 253-835-2621, Peter.Lawrence(lcitvoffederalway.com)
Uniform PlU71Rbing, Code (UPC), 2015
Washington State Amendments WAC 51-56 & WAC 51-57
Inlernational Fire Code (IFC), 2015
Washington State Amendments WAC 51 -54
Mati077al Electric Code (NEC), 2014
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International Residential Code, 2015
Washington State Amendments WAC 51-51
Washington State Energy Code, 2015 WAC 5 1 -11
Building Criteria
Wind/Seismic: Basic wind speed 85 Mph, Exposure, 254 Snow load, Seismic Zone D-1
A complete building permit application and residential checklist. (Additional copies of application and
checklists may be obtained on our web site at www.citvof('edera1kvay.corn.)
Submit _3_ sets of drawings and specifications. Specifications shall include: 1
2 Soils report, _2_
Structural calculations, and _2_ Energy calculations, _2_ Ventilation calculations. Note: A Washington
State Registered architects' stamp is required for additions/alterations (new or existing) of 4,000 gross
floor areas or greater unless specifically listed as an "exempt" structure per the Revised Code of
Washington (RCW).
Energy code compliance worksheets are required to be completed and included with your permit
application.
A wet stamp and signature is required on all sheets of plans and on the cover page of any calculations
submitted.
Federal Way reviews plans on a first in, first out basis; however, there are some small projects with
inconsequential review requirements that may be reviewed out of order.
Some project may require a third party review or inspection. The cost to cover these fees is the
responsibility of the applicant. Any third party fee is in addition to regular permit fees and costs.
Review Timing
The first comment letter can be expected within 6-8 weeks of submittal date. Re -check of plans will occur
in one to three weeks after re -submittal.
Revised or resubmitted plans shall be provided in the same forinat, size, and amount as the originally
submitted plans. Revised/resubmitted drawings shall indicate by means of clouding or written response,
what changes have been made from the original drawings. Plans for all involved departments will be
forwarded from the Community Development Department.
Other Permits & Inspections
Separate permits may be required for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire suppression systems, and
signs. Applicants may apply for separate permits at any time prior to commencement of construction.
When required, special inspections shall be performed by WABO approved agencies or by agencies
approved by the building official prior to permit issuance. Construction must be approved by all
reviewing departments prior to final building division inspection.
All concerned departments (Planning, Public Works, Electrical, & Fire) must sign off before the Building
Department can final the structure for occupancy. Building final must be approved prior to the issuance of
a Certificate of Occupancy.
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Construction projects may be required to have a pre -construction conference. if a pre -con meeting is
required, the general or representative, all subs, the architect or representative, the engineer or
representative, electrical contractor, and any other interested party, should attend this meeting. Meetings
Will occur at the Building Department and will be scheduled by the inspector of record for the project.
Site -Specific Requirements
Assure lot is buildable prior to submitting a building permit application. Please have all land use issues
approved prior to submittals for a building permit.
The information provided is based on limited plans and information. The comments provided are
not intended to be a complete plan review and further comments are possible at time of building
permit plan review.
LAKEHAVEN WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT (Brian Asbury, 253-946-5407,
BAsbury@la keh aven.org)
Water
• A Certificate of Water Availability issued separately by Lakehaven may be required to be submitted
with any land use and/or building permit applications (check with land use agency for requirement).
Certificate is valid for one (1) year from date of issuance. if Certificate is needed, allow 1-2 work
days to issue for typical.
• if an additional hydrant is required or if more than four (4) single-family residential lots will be
developed, a Lakehaven Developer Extension (DE) Agreement will be required to construct new
water distribution system facilities for the proposed development. Additional detail and/or design
requirements can be obtained from Lakehaven by completing & submitting a separate application to
Lakehaven for either a Developer Pre -Design Meeting or a DE Agreement. Lakehaven encourages
owners/developers/applicants to apply for Lakehaven processes separately to Lakehaven, and
sufficiently early in the pre-design/planning phase to avoid delays in overall project development.
■ The site does not have any previous or existing water service connection(s).
■ Based on the 1-lot proposal submitted, preliminary estimated Lakehaven water service connection
fees/charges/deposits (2017 schedule) will be as follows. Actual connection charges will be
determined upon submittal of service connection application(s) to Lakehaven. Connection charges are
separate from any DE fees/charges/deposits (if applicable) & are due at the time of application for
service. All Lakehaven fees, charges and deposits are typically reviewed & adjusted (if necessary)
annually, and are subject to change without notice.
• Water Service/Meter Installation, 1'/2" preliminary size: $5,200.00 deposit. Actual size TBD by
Lakehaven based on UPC plumbing fixture count or fire -protection system demand, whichever
demand is greater.
• Capital Facilities Charge(s)-Water, per Equivalent Residential Units (ERU, lot): $3,476.00.
• Charge -Payable -in -Lieu -of -Extension, for existing water system facilities in Military Rd S:
$1,678.95.
• ROW Permit Fee (City of Federal Way): $700.00.
Sewer
• A Certificate of Sewer Availability issued separately by Lakehaven may be required to be submitted
with any land use and/or building permit applications (check with land use agency for requirement).
Certificate is valid for one (I ) year from date of issuance. If Certificate is needed, allow 1-2 work
days to issue for typical.
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• Based on the ]-lot proposal submitted, only an individual sewer service connection would be
required.
• Based on the 1-lot proposal submitted, preliminary estimated Lakehaven sewer service connection
fees/charges/deposits (2017 schedule) will be as follows. Actual connection charges will be
determined upon submittal of service connection application(s) to Lakehaven. All Lakehaven fees,
charges and deposits are typically reviewed & adjusted (if necessary) annually, and are subject to
change without notice.
• Sewer Service Connection Permit Fee: $210.00.
• Capital Facilities Charge(s)-Sewer, per Equivalent Residential Units (ERU): $3,325.00.
• ROW Permit Fee (City of Federal Way), if connection to existing sewer system facilities in Military
Rd S is required: $700.00.
• Service Agreement Charge(s), per lot, if grinder pump(s) required: $140.00.
• County Document Recording Fee(s), per lot, if grinder pump(s) required: $80.00.
General
• All Lakehaven Development Engineering related application forms, and associated standards
information, can be accessed at Lakehaven's Development Engineering web pages
(htt ://www.lakeliaven.or /204JDevelo meat-Enaineerina
■ All comments herein are valid for one (1) year and are based on the proposal(s) submitted and
Lakehaven's current regulations and policies. Any change to either the development proposal(s) or
Lakehaven's regulations and policies may affect the above comments accordingly.
SOUTH KiNG FIRE AND RESCUE (Chris Cahan, 253-946-7243, Chris.Cahan@southkingfire.org)
Water Supplies for Fire Protection
A Certificate of Water Availability shall be provided at the time of application indicating the fire flow
available at the site.
Fire Apparatus Access Roadway
Fire apparatus access roadways shall be required for every building when any portion of an exterior wall
of the first story is located more than 150 ft. from fire apparatus vehicle access.
Fire apparatus access roads:
1) Shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not
less than 13 feet 6 inches.
2) Shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed load of a 25 ton fire apparatus and shall be
provided with a surface so as to provide all-weather driving capabilities.
3) Shall be not less than a 20 foot inside turning radius and not less than a 40 foot outside turning radius.
With a dead-end in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with a cul-de-sac at the dead end. All
such cul-de-sacs shall be not less than 80 feet in diameter.
Gradient shall not exceed 15 percent.
EXCEPTION: When buildings are completely protected with an approved automatic tire sprinkler
system, these provisions may be modified by the chief.
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January 20, 2017
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Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in Group R, Division 3 occupancies:
1) Without adequate fire flow.
2) Without approved fire department access.
CLOSING
This letter reflects the information provided at the preapplication meeting and is intended to assist you in
preparing plans and materials for formal application. We hope you found the comments useful to your
project. We have made every effort to identify major issues to eliminate surprises during the City's
review of the formal application. The completion of the preapplication process in the content of this letter
does not vest any future project application. Comments in this letter are only valid for one year as per
FWRC 19.40.070 (4).
As you know, this is a preliminary review only and does not take the place of the full review that will
follow submission of a formal application. Comments provided in this letter are based on preapplication
materials submitted.
Modifications and revisions to the project as presented for this preapplication may influence and modify
information regarding development requirements outlined above. In addition to this preapplication letter,
please examine the complete FWRC and other relevant codes carefully. Requirements that are found in
the codes that are not addressed in this letter are still required for your project.
If you have questions about an individual comment, please contact the -appropriate department
representative noted above. Any general questions can be directed towards the key project contact, Dave
Van De Weghe, 253-835-2638, david.vandeweche@cityoffederalway.com. We look forward to working
with you.
Sincerely,
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Dave Van De Weghe
Senior Planner
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Master Land Use Application
Process 111 and IV Submittal Requirements
SEPA Environmental Checklist
Mailing Labels Handout
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Kevin Peterson, Engineering Plans Reviewer
Erik Preston. Senior Traffic Engineer
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Chris Cahan. South King Fire K Rescue
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DATE: 12/8/2016
TO: Cole Elliott, Development Services Manager
Peter Lawrence, Plans Examiner
Brian Asbury, Lakehaven Utility District
Vince Faranda, South King Fire & Rescue
Rick Perez, City Traffic Engineer
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FILE NUMBER(s): 16-105752-00-PC
RELATED FILE NOS.: None
PROJECT NAME- S I NGH
PROJECT ADDRESS:
ZONING DISTRICT:
29002 MILITARY RD S
RM 3600
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Proposal to construct a single family home on a site
with critical areas.
LAND USE PERMITS: Preapplication Conference
PROJECT CONTACT: INDERJIT K SINGH
253-250-2059
MATERIALS SUBMITTED: Siteplan
RELATED FILE: 09-101793-00-AD Wetland Determination
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December 12, 2016
Inderjit K Singh
29830 18"' Ave. S
Federal Way, WA 98003
RE: File #16-105752-00-PC; PREAPPLICATION CONFERENCE INVITATION
Singh Development Proposal; 29002 Military Rd. S, Federal Way
Dear Applicant:
CITY HALL
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
(253) 835-7000
www. cityoffederalway. com
Jim Ferrell, Mayor
The Community Development Department is in receipt of your preapplication conference request. The
application has been routed to members of the Development Review Committee and a meeting with the
project applicant has been scheduled as follows:
10:00 a.m. — Thursday, January 5, 2017
Hylebos Conference Room
Federal Way City Hall, 2"d Floor
33325 8"' Avenue South
Federal Way, WA9,8$003
We look forward to meeting with you. Please coordinate directly with anyone else you would like to
attend the meeting as this will be the only notice sent by the department. If you have any questions
regarding the meeting, please contact me at david.vandewc te(o)eit yoffederal�vay.eorn, or 253-835-2638.
Sincerely,
Dave Van De Weghe
Senior Planner
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November 18, 2016
TO: Mr. Brian Davis, Director
Community Development, City of Federal Way
33325 - 8`h Avenue South
Federal Way, Washington 98003
Re: File # 09-101793-00-AD WETLAND DEERMINATION ACCEPTANCE: Singh Wetland Review, 29002
Military Rd. S., Federal Way (Memo dated August 22, 2014)
File # 15-103991-00-AD RESPONSE TO INQUIRY: Bingaman Creek Reclassification (Memo dated
September 3, 2015)
File # 09-101793-00-AD WETLAND RATING AND BUFFER DETERMINATION: Singh/Williams
Wetland Review, 29002 Military Rd. S., Federal Way (Memo dated January 22, 2016)
Mr. Davis:
I am directing this memo to your attention because I am unaware as to whom projects previously being reviewed
by Mr. Matt Herrera have been assigned. The purpose of this memo is to request consideration for extending the
shelf life of the Wetland Determination Acceptance to January 22, 2021 instead of August 22, 2019. I have
attached copies of the August 22, 2014, September 3, 2015, and a January 22, 2016 memos prepared by Mr. Matt
Herrera in support of this request.
Weiland Determination Acce Lance
The August 22, 2014 memo, which was directed to Inderjit and Gian Singh, indicates the wetland delineation was
approved, but indicates a wetland category had not been determined as of the date of that memo. Additionally,
the stream classification for the associated stream channel had not been completed.
Bingaman Creek ReclasslLication
The September 3, 2015, which was directed to me, indicated the section of Bingaman Creek relevant to the
Singh/Williams Wetland Review was reclassified by the City as a Type N Stream, but questioned whether the
stream was a Type Np or Type Ns. Federal Way Revised Code (§ 19.145.270) indicates the buffer associated with
and Type Np Stream is 50 feet and the buffer associated with a Type Ns Stream is 35 feet.
Current revised code, § 19.145.260 Applicability, designation, and classification, defines a Type Np Stream as a
perennial, non -fish bearing stream (see §19.145.260(2)(c)) and a Type Ns Stream as a seasonal, non -fish bearing
stream (see §19.145.260(2)(d)). The City's reluctance to classify the subject stream section as Np or Ns is
confusing to me, since the information provided to the City during the review of the Bingaman Creek
reclassification clearly indicated this section of the stream is dry during July through September in years with
"normal" precipitation.
I should note that the "reclassification" process occurred over a span of nearly 6 years and included a stream
habitat assessment that covered Bingaman Creek from Military Road downstream to 55th Avenue South. There
was a lot of information to review and it is possible the facts relating to the seasonal nature of the subject stream
section were simply overlooked.
Weiland Rating and Buffer Determination
The January 22, 2016 memo indicates the wetland rating submitted by Watershed Dynamics was accepted by the
City and, in the second to last paragraph, indicated the delineation is valid for a period of 5 years from August 22,
2014. Because the wetland boundary determination was approved on August 22, 2014, my original Wetland
Rating was completed using the WDOE Wetland Rating Form for Western Washington that was in effect at that
time.
After several weeks of review and numerous phone/email conversations, the City indicated the wetland from I
used was no longer valid and instructed me to resubmit the wetland rating on the WDOE Wetland Rating Form
that was effective on January 1, 2015.
Memo to Mr. Brian Davis — November 18, 2016 — Page 1
I resubmitted the rating in October 2015 and, per the January 22, 2016 memo, learned the City had classified the
wetland as a Category III Wetland with a 105-foot buffer.
Rationale for Wetland Delineation End Date Extension
No proposals for developing the Singh property were submitted prior to January 22, 2016 because the City had
instructed my client to wait until after the buffer width determination was completed before they prepared and
submitted any proposed development plans to the City for review and approval. Mr. and Mrs. Gian Singh
recently approached the City to garner information related to potential development of a single-family home on
the subject property. At a meeting with Community Development staff, the Singh's were informed the wetland
delineation that was approved on August 22, 2014 would expire on August 21, 2019.
At the time, Gian and Inderjit questioned the end date based on the fact the wetland classification and buffer
width determination was not final until January 22, 2016. Since the City had counseled the Singh's not to submit
any development proposals until after the wetland classification and buffer width had been determined, they were
confused as to why the "shelf life" of the accepted delineation report should not have been dependent upon the
date when the delineation was accepted, but rather should have been based on the date when a development
proposal could be submitted to the City for review and approval. That date was January 22, 2016.
When asked by the Singh's about this apparent discrepancy, I indicated I would request an extension based on:
1. The original wetland boundary delineation was completed in April 2009 and was reviewed/rejected by the
City's contract wetland biologist in July 2009. After 3 years of hydrologic analysis and a review of the
data and a field visit by WDOE staff, the original wetland boundary delineation was accepted by the City
on August 22, 2014. The hydrologic analysis was delayed for 2 years because of abnormal precipitation.
2. The section of Bingaman Creek associated with the Singh property was originally classified by the City
as a "Major Stream" based on the assumption the stream was a fish -bearing stream and connected to the
Green River, which provides habitat for salmonid fishes (both ESA listed and non -listed species).
a. In 2009, I questioned the classification based on prior stream habitat and fish distribution studies I
had completed on Bingaman Creek downstream of 471h Avenue South.
b. Between mid-2009 and mid-2015 I conducted additional stream habitat and fish distribution studies.
I submitted information to the City indicating there were several human -made fish passage barriers
preventing upstream migration upstream of 471h Avenue South.
c. This information included a description of the siphon culvert under S. 288`h St. on the west side of I-5
that could not be altered/engineered to allow fish passage. I also included information provided by
the WDFW Habitat Biologist confirming the siphon culvert could not be re -engineered to allow fish
passage upstream of S. 2881h St. and confirming there was no viable fish use or fish habitat in the
section of the stream adjacent to the east side of the Singh property.
d. Following the City's review of the information I had submitted, the section of Bingaman Creek in
question was reclassified (see September 3, 2015 memo) and the wetland buffer requirements were
determined.
3. After rejecting the original wetland rating form submitted by Watershed Dynamics, the City required the
wetland rating form to be resubmitted using the 2015 form.
a. When I contacted the City prior .to completing the first rating, I was instructed to use the rating form
in effect at the time the wetland boundary determination was accepted/approved by the City.
b. After my original submittal and the City's review, the City determined the 2015 version of the
WDOE form had to be used. That from was resubmitted and the City approved the Category III
rating on January 22, 2016.
4. Both the wetland and stream buffer widths dictate the developable area within any property regulated by
the City of Federal Way.
a. Prior to September 3, 2015 the Singh's did not have an approved stream buffer width. On September
2, 2015 the stream buffer width was 125 feet. On September 3, 2015 the stream buffer width became
Memo to Mr. Brian Davis — November 18, 2016 — Page 2
35 feet. The 90-foot reduction of the stream buffer width significantly increased the potential
developable area within the Singh property.
b. Prior to January 22, 2016, the Singh's did not have a confirmed wetland buffer width. On January 22,
2016 the City confirmed a buffer width of 105 feet that could be reduced to 78.5 feet with buffer
enhancement. This confirmation resulted in another significant change in the developable area.
Based on the points listed above, I would contend the 5 year period, within which the wetland boundary
determination is valid, did not technically start until the 2015 wetland rating form was approved by the City on
January 22, 2016. Prior to that time, the Singh's were unable to proceed with any proposed site development.
Since I can state unequivocally the location of the delineated wetland boundary did not change between August
22, 2014 and January 22, 2016 it does not seem unreasonable for the City to extend the wetland boundary
determination validity to January 21, 2021. That would provide the Singh's a legitimate 5 year period to prepare
and submit any proposed development plans without having to expend additional funds on yet another wetland or
stream identification/delineation study. The Singh's patiently waited for 7 years while the City made its
regulatory determinations. Adding 18 months to the wetland boundary determination study's shelf life does not
seem unreasonable.
Please note that I will be submitting a proposed wetland buffer enhancement plan under a separate memo
requesting wetland buffer width reduction to 78.5 feet from the currently required wetland buffer width of 105
feet.
If you have any questions regarding this memo, please contact me.
Sincerely,
Larry Burnstad, Senior Environmental Scientist
Watershed Dynamics, 360.825.9253
Email: lbui-nstad@comcast.net
Mailing Address: 39004 — 258 h Avenue SE, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Cc: Ms. Stacey Welsh, Senior Planner, Community Development, City of Federal Way
Inderjit and Gian Singh
Memo to Mr. Brian Davis — November 18, 2016 — Page 3
August 22, 2014
Lnderjit and Gian Singh
29830 181" Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-4202
RE: File #09-101793-00-AD; WETLAND DELINEATION ACCEPTANCE
Singh Wetland Review, 29002 Military Rd S, Federal Way
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Singh:
This letter is to notify you that the Community Development Department has accepted the wetland
delineation completed for your property as shown on the June 9, 2014, Summary Report — Critical Areas
Review and Hydrology Study, prepared by Larry Burnstad of Watershed Dynamics. The delineation of
the wetland within the study is valid for a period of five years.
Please be advised this acceptance only includes the delineation of the wetland boundaries, but does not
include the category or class of wetland as this was not a component of the study's analysis. Further, this
acceptance does not include a change in the rating of the stream that is adjacent to your property and
therefore will remain major as no natural upstream blockage meeting Washington State Department of
Fish and Wildlife criteria has been documented.
The city is in the process of updating its Critical Areas Ordinance which is the regulatory framework that
controls development activities in and around natural resource areas such as wetlands and streams.
Updates to the ordinance may include changes to how the city classifies and prescribes buffers to
wetlands and streams. Washington State law requires the ordinance to be updated no later than June 30,
2015.
Please feel free to contact me at 253.835.2638 or matt.herreraCakityoffederalway. :com if you have
questions regarding this letter.
Sincerely,
Matthew Herrera, AICP
Senior Planner
c: Larry Bumstad, Watershed Dynamics, PO Box 215, Enumclaw, WA 98022
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