19-105945CITY OF
� Federal Way
April 6, 2020
Ms. Neitha Wilkey
AustinCina Architects
12202 Pacific Highway South, Suite C
Tacoma, WA 98444
3 1 CS .0
33325 81h Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
253-835-7000
www.cityoffederalway.com
Jim Ferrell, Mayor
Re: File #19-105945-PC, REVISED PREAPPLICATION CONFERENCE SUMMARY
Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital/Training Center,1060 SW 320th Street, Federal Way
Dear Ms. Wilkey:
This letter consists of revised Planning Division and a portion of Public Works Traffic comments, based on
the proposed use of the building addition as a school. All other comments from the previous January 29,
2020, letter remain in effect. For technical questions about your project, please contact the appropriate DRC
representative as listed below. Otherwise, any general questions can be referred to me.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The proposal is to add 1,100 square feet to an existing building for use as an educational training facility. The
project is proposed at 1060 SW 320,h Street, on King County tax parcel 072104-9202.
MAJOR ISSUES
Outlined below is a sump ry 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.
The major issues section is only provided as a means to highlight critical requirements or issues. Please be
sure to read the comments made by all departments in the following section of this letter.
Planning Division (revised section)
The project requires a Process III land use application.
A wetland report and buffer determination are required.
DEPARTMENT COMMENTS
Outlined below are the comments made by the representatives of each department. Each section should be
read thoroughly. If you have questions, please contact the representative listed for that section.
Ms. Neitha Wilkey
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT — PLANNING DIVISION ENTIRE SECTION REVISED)
Stacey Welsh, 253-835-2634, starey-w-e1sh&i" federahW.com
1. Zoning Desigxafion and Use — The subject property is designated Single Family Residential (RS 7.2). The
current use on the site as a veterinary hospital is not permitted, and is considered a nonconforming use.
FWRC 19.30.080(1) and 19.30.180 prohibit expansions of nonconforming uses. The proposed additional
use is an educational training facility (school), which is a permitted use in the RS 7.2 zone as listed within
and subject to the regulations set forth in the Use zone Chart of FWRC 19.200.090. Per FWRC 19.05.190:
'Schools "means irrstitrrtions of learning exclrrcling those ofe►rrigpost-secondary education, offering irramaion
in the several branches of learning and study required by the Basic Education Code of the State of
d ashingtvn to be taught in
pubhc,pnvate andparochialschools, incImft those dmphneseonsitlered
vocational, business -related or trade in nature.
The proposed new use is not considered an expansion of a nonconforming use because it is a
conforming use being added to the site.
2. Nonconforming Development— Per FWRC 19.30.090(1), all nonconforming aspects of a development must be
brought into conformance if an applicant proposes to add to the subject property either 2,500 square feet
of new gross floor area or more, or 25 percent of the gross floor area or more of the building(s) on the
subject property, whichever is less, within any consecutive 36-month time period commencing at the time
of building permit issuance.
According to the King County Assessor, there are two building on site, the vet clinic which is 3,576
square feet in size and the residence which is 960 square feet in size. The calculation of 25% of the gross
floor area of the buildings on the subject property is (3576+960=4536*.25=1,134 square feet). The
proposed building addition is 1,100 square feet, which is less than 25% of the gross floor area of the
buildings on the subject property, therefore, as currently proposed, this requirement is not triggered.
3. State Environmental PolieyAct (SEPA) — Pursuant to FWRC 14.15.030(1) and WAC 197-11-800(1), the
project is not subject to environmental review under the State Environmental PoligAct (SEPA).
4. Land Use Appkkalion — Per FWRC 19.15.030(4), where an improvement/addition that houses a new and
different use is added to an existing developed site, the new improvement/addition shall be processed
under the use process indicated by the applicable use zone chart. Per the use zone chart, FWRC
19.200.090 (Schools), Use Process III is required for the project. Process III is a review process
conducted by city staff with a final decision issued by the Community Development Director. The
Process III decision criteria are contained in FWRC 19.65.100(2).
5. Land Use review Timeframes — The Planning Division will notify the applicant of the application status
within 28 days of submittal. If the application is determined complete, staff will issue a Letter of
Complete Application. The FWRC limits the administrative review to 120 days from the date of a
complete application. The 120-day review period will stop any time the applicant has been requested by
the city to correct plans, perform required studies, or provide additional information needed to issue a
decision. The review period will begin within 14 days following submittal of requested items. Please be
advised that any request for corrections and/or additional information must be provided within 180 days
of written notification, or the land use application will expire.
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6. Public Notice — Process III applications require a public notice and comment period. Within 14 days of
issuing the Letter of Complete Application, a Notice of Application will be published in the Federal Way
Mimmr, posted on the subject property, placed at the city's three designated notice boards, and mailed to
property owners within 300 feet of the subject property.
7. Land UseApp&m6on Submittal Regvirawnts—Please refer to the enclosed Bulletin #001, "Submittal
Requirements for Use Process III or IV," to determine what materials must be submitted with the land
use application.
8. Effect of Use Pmeess Decision — In accordance with FWRC 19.15.100(2), "Lapse of Approval - Generally,"
the applicant must substantially complete construction for the development activity, use of land, or other
actions approved; and complete the applicable conditions listed in the Use Process decision within five
years after the final decision of the city on the matter, or the decision becomes void. Provisions for
extension of time are contained within FWRC 19.15.110, "Lapse of Approval — Time Extension."
9. General Zoning Regulations— The use zone chart of FWRC 19.200.090 (enclosed) provides regulations for
the proposed use. The applicant should consult the referenced use zone chart prior to submitting a
Master Land Use Application to verify all site components and proposed uses will comply with city code.
The following is only a portion of the zoning regulations governing the proposed use in the RS zone:
Schools (FWRC 19.200.090)
13eg11ired Yards, Lot Coverage, Brd"Wg Height, Parking — Required yards, lot coverage, building height,
and parking are:
i. Front/side/rear setback — 20'/20'/20'
ii. Maximum lot coverage — 75%
iii. Maximum building height — 30 feet above average building elevation (AABE)
iv. Parking — The use zone chart only identifies parking requirements for elementary, middle, and
high schools. The use zone chart for schools in the Community Business (BC) zone (FWRC
19.220.040) includes an appropriate parking requirement that can be applied here, namely,
business/vocational/trade school: one space for each employee and a 0.5 space for each student.
v. See Special Regulations and Notes #4, #7, and #12:
a. #4. Hours of operation and maximum number of attendees may be limited by the city to
reduce impacts on nearby residential uses.
b. #7. All activities pertaining to schools, such as auto -repair or other uses that may impact
adjacent properties, must take place within an enclosed building.
c. #12. This use must comply with the requirements of the State Department of Social and
Health Services, and/or the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
i. The applicant must provide documentation addressing this requirement with the land use
application submittal.
10. Lrmdsa*ing — Landscape requirements are contained in FWRC Chapter 19.125 "Outdoors, Yards, and
Landscaping." Following are the key landscape requirements for the project.
(a) A landscape plan prepared by a Washington State licensed landscape architect shall be submitted
with the formal application. Please follow general guidelines outlined in FWRC 19.125.040(1) through
(28) when preparing the site plan and planting schedule.
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(b) Per FWRC 19.125.060(2), for properties within the RS zone:
i. Type III landscaping 10 feet in width shall be provided along all property lines of
nonresidential uses.
(c) Pmka g L.ot Iandra*hg —Twenty square feet of interior lot landscaping per parking stall is required
per FWRC 19.125.070(2)(a)(i)(A). Additional parking lot landscaping requirements are contained
within FWRC 19.125.070.
11. Tree Refemf vn11?_p1axment I3egrdamenfe — A tree and vegetation retention plan as required under FWRC
19.120.040(2) must be submitted with the Process III application. The tree and vegetation retention/
replacement plan must be prepared by a certified arborist or certified landscape architect. The standards
require each development to maintain a minimum tree unit density. Per FWRC 19.120.130(3), the total
number of tree units required to be provided by a regulawd activity shall be calculated by multiplying gross
site acreage, minus any proposed public or private streets and regulated critical areas (excluding buffers)
determined by Federal Way to be undesirable for tree planting (e.g., certain wildlife habitat and wetlands),
by the required tree density (in tree units per acre) set forth in Table 19.120.130(1). The result of the
calculation will be the total number of tree units required for the activity. If the calculation results in a
fractional quantity, it shall be rounded up to the next higher whole number. As required under FWRC
19.120.130(2), the minimum tree density in SF zones is 25 tree units per acre. 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. The formal landscape plan must detail information about tree unit credits and replacement.
If the applicant does not plan on removing any trees, then that can be documented with a
note placed on the site plan and landscaping plan, along with a note regarding the site's
compliance with the 25 tree units/acre requirement.
12. Clearrirg & Grading — The applicant is required to obtain a clearing and grading plan approval as a
component of the Process III approval. Consult FWRC 19.120.040(1) for items that are required to be
included on the plan, including the anticipated amounts of cut and fill. Clearing and grading plans are
reviewed and approved in conjunction with the land development permit associated with the proposed
development. Approval and notice to proceed shall be required prior to commencing clearing and
grading activities on the site. Reference FWRC 19.120.060(2).
13. CommrrniL , Denign Grriddiner — Review of the proposal under the city's design guidelines, Chapter 19.115
FWRC, is required for the project and will occur in conjunction with the use process review. The
principal applicable guidelines for the project are noted below. However, this does not necessarily include
all applicable guidelines, and project designers must consult the guidelines in their entirety in preparing an
application. The application must include a written narrative identifying how the proposal complies with
the applicable design guidelines as detailed.
(a) FWRC 19.115.010(2), CPTED — Implement Crime Prevention through Environmental Design
(CPTED) principles to reduce opportunities for criminal activities to occur. The city's Police
Department and Planning Division will evaluate the formal application and review for compliance
with CPTED principles. A completed CPTED checklist must be submitted with your application.
i. Natural Surveillance — Promote visibility of public spaces and areas.
ii. Access Control — Identify techniques that deter unauthorized access and/or inappropriate
access.
iii. Ownership —Reduce perception of areas as ownerless.
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(b) FWRC 19.11 S 050, Site Design — Refer to all sections of this chapter for design standards. Key
sections include:
i. (1) General criteria (d)-(g)
1 (2) Surface parking lots (a)-(c)
iii. (4) Pedestrian circulation and public spaces (e)-(f)
iv. (5) Landscaping
v. (6) Commercial service (a)-(b)
vi. (7) Miscellaneous site elements (a)
(e) FWRC 19.115.060, Building Design — Refer to all sections of this chapter for design standards. Note that
the requirements of this section apply to all sides of the buildings. Key sections include:
i. (2) Facade modulation (a)-(d); the eastern building facade is both longer than 60 feet and visible
from a right-of-way or residential use and/or zone, and therefore, must incorporate a minimum
of two out of four design options intended to break up the mass of large buildings. Options
include facade modulation, landscape screening, canopy or arcade, and pedestrian plaza.
1 (3) Building articulation and scale (b)
iii. (4) Methods to reduce building massing (a)-(b); residential zone is located on property to the north.
(d) FWRC 19115.100, fnslitu#anal uses, see (1)-(7)
14. I1ghfing— FWRC 19.105.030 contains lighting regulations. The applicant shallselect, place, and direct
light sources both directable and nondirectabie so that glare produced by any light source, to the
maximum extent possible, does not extend to adjacent properties or to the right-of-way. A lighting plan
will be required with the land use submittal for the portion of the site where work is proposed.
15. Mechanical Egioment— FWRC 19.110.070 requires vents, mechanical, and elevator equipment, and similar
appurtenances that extend above the roofline, to be architecturally screened from public view, with a
corresponding elevation detail provided with the formal application.
FWRC 19.115.050(6)(b) states that site utilities, including transformers, fire standpipes, and engineered
retention ponds (except biofiltration swales) should not be the dominant element of the front landscape
area. When these must be located in a front yard, they shall be either undergrounded or screened by walls
and/or Type I landscaping, and shall not obstruct views of tenant common spaces, public open spaces,
monument signs, and/or driveways.
16. Garbage and recycling receptacler — FWRC 19.125.150 requires that storage areas for garbage and recycling
receptacles be required for each project. The formal application must note the specific size and location
of each facility, locations for the recycling and garbage facilities must be depicted on the formal site plan.
include the square footage of each facility provided, and depict routes of travel for staff and service
providers, including vertical Clearance and turning radius of each.
17. Wetlands —There is a wetland on the property, located to the north of the previously developed area. The
building addition is planned on the north side of the existing building in an area of lawn located closer
towards the wetland than the existing building is now. As a result, the wetland boundary, rating, and
buffer need to be determined to ascertain if the building in the proposed location can be permitted. The
critical areas report review will determine the areas on -site that are subject to regulations addressing
development within wetland buffers (see FWRC 19.145.410-440).
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The applicant is responsible for obtaining a critical areas report prepared by a qualified professional that
delineates and rates the wetland and submitting for city review. The report may be peer reviewed at the
applicant's cost per FWRC 19.145.080(3). As the property is already developed, the following code
sections were reviewed; however, they are of limited utility as they address existing development
consisting of previously approved areas that are paved, and the building addition is proposed in an area
of existing lawn.
■ FWRC 19.145.110(5), Critical Areas Exemption. Development within the footprint of existing paved
surfaces that were previously approved.
• FWRC 19.145.440(4), Permanently Altered Buffer. The director may provide written approval for a buffer
reduction when existing conditions are such that portions of the required buffer exist in a permanently
altered state (e.g., roadways, paved parking lots, and permanent structures) and do not provide any
buffer function. The buffer may be reduced up to the area where the altered conditions exist.
18. Outside Agency Permits— It is the applicant's responsibility to identify and obtain all required state, federal,
or other agency permits as may be required.
19. Application Fees dam' Submittal— Please contact the Permit Center at permitcenter(o-)dttyoffcdcralxvAi,.cont. or
253-835-2607, for updated fee schedule information for applications and permits.
PUBLIC WORKS TRAFFIC DIVISION (SECTION PARTIALLY REVISED, SEE UNDERLINED TEXT)
Sarady Long, 253-835-2743, Barad lon wcitvoffederalnra .com
Transportation Concurrency Analysis (FWRC 19.90)
1. Based on the submitted materials for an 1,100 square feet addition to the existing veterinary clinic
building using the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation -10� Edition, land use
code 640 (Animal Hospital), the proposed project is estimated to generate approximately five new
weekday PM peak hour trips.
2. A concurrency permit is required for this development project. The PW Traffic Division will perform a
concurrency analysis to determine 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 (M).
The estimated fee for the concurrency permit application is ,$1,773 (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 full at the time the concurrency permit application is submitted with the land use application. The
fee may change based on any changes in the estimated weekday PM peak hour trips as identified in the
concurrency application. 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.
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Transportation Impact Fees (171F) (FWRC 19.91)
1. Based on the submitted materials for 1,100 square feet of animal hospital, the estimated traffic impact fee is
$18,660. Please note, the actual impact fee will be calculated based on the fee schedule in effect at the time
a completed building permit application is filed and paid prior to permit issuance (FWRC 19.100.070 3[a]).
2. The applicant mawprepare and submit to the director an independent fee calculation for the dev m n
The c ' n bmitted shabe r a licens ffi h h w
basis n which the independent fee calculation wa ing procedures consistent■ ith those
establislied in the Trip Generation Handbook. current edition, by the institute- of Transportation Engineers.
3. The applicant submitting an independent fee calculation =quiresspaym payment ter�ty of Federal Way a
fee to cov the cost f reviewin the inde dent fee calculate n. The fee re ed by the city for
conducting the review of the independent fee calculation shall be c—h d on an hourly sate as dopled by
e City CouncR at the time of the submittal.
Street Frontage Improvements (FWRC 19.135)
Based on the available records and the submitted materials, it appears that this proposal meets the 25
percent threshold criteria for requiring street frontage improvements as identified in the FWRC
19.135.030. The applicant/owner may submit an appraisal for the subject property, or King County
Assessor's records may be used. The Public Works Development Services Division will evaluate the
submitted appraisal data to determine if the project actually meets the city's 25 percent threshold for
requiring street frontage improvements.
The applicant/owner will be expected to construct street improvements consistent with the planned
roadway cross -sections as shown in Map III-4 in Chapter III of the Federal Way Comprebmiw Plan (FWCP)
and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) shown as Table III-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:
■ South 320's Street is a Principal Arterial planned as a Type "I" street, consisting of a 58-foot
street with curb and gutter, 6-foot planter strips with street trees, 8-foot sidewalks, and street
lights in a 92-foot right-of-way. South 320th Street is improved with five lanes, including
vertical curb gutter, sidewalks, streetlights, etc., on both sides of the street. However, these
improvements may not meet current standards. As such, the applicant shall upgrade the
street frontage on South 320'h Street to meet current standards.
3. 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). These modification requests currently have a review
fee of $344.
4. Tapers and transitions beyond the project frontage may be required as deemed necessary for safety
purposes. The taper rate shall be WS2/60, or as directed by die Public Works Director.
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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. 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.
3. The existing easterly driveway shall remain closed and must be improved to provide a continuous sidewalk.
CLOSING
All other comments from the previous January 29, 2020, letter remain in effect. 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 me (the key project contact) at 253-835-2634, or
stacev.welshCctacittofeder .com.
Sincerely,
r
Stacey Welsh, AICP
Principal Planner
(REVISED)
enc. Bulletin 001 "Process III or rV Submittal Requirements" c: Scott Sproul, Building Official
Bulletin 003 'Master Land Use Application" Kevin Peterson, Senior Engineering Plans Reviewer
Bulletin 002 "Mailing Labels" Sarady Long, Senior Transportation Planning Engineer
Bulletin 021 "CPTED Checklist Instructions" Brian Asbury, Lakehaven Water & Sewer District
Bulletin 022 "CPTED Checklist" Sean Nichols, South King Fire & Rescue
FWRC 19.200.090 Michael Mizimoto, mp.mizumoro&orreeasr.ner
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CITY OF
Federal Way
Centered on Opportunity
January 29, 2020
Ms. Neitha Wilkey
AustinCina Architects
12202 Pacific Highway South, Suite C
Tacoma, WA 98444
neithaw@aiisdncina.com
CITY HALL
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
(253) 835-7000
www. cityoffederalway, com
Jim Ferrell, Mayor
FILE
Re: File #19-105945-PC, PREAPPLICATION CONFERENCE SUMMARY
Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital/Training Center,1060 SW 320th Street, Federal Way
Dear Ms. Wilkey:
This letter summarizes comments by the members of the DRC. The members who reviewed your project
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. Please be
advised, this letter does not represent all applicable codes. Please refer to the complete FWRC and other
relevant codes for all additional requirements that may apply to your project.
I, Senior Planner Stacey Welsh, am die key contact for your project. You can contact me at 253-835-2634 or
stacev.welsh ci Toffed tralivay.com. For specific technical questions about your project, please contact the
appropriate DRC representative as listed below. Otherwise, any general questions can be referred to me.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The proposal is to add 1,100 square feet to an existing building for use as an educational training facility. The
project is proposed at 1060 SW 320th Street, on King County tax parcel 072104-9202.
MAJOR ISSUES
Outlined below is a summary of the major issues of your project based on the plans and information
submitted for preappiication review. These issues can change due to modifications and revisions in the plans.
The major issues section is only provided as a means to highlight critical requirements or issues. Please be
sure to read the comments made by all departments in the following section of this letter.
Planning Division
a The property is zoned Single Family Residential (RS7.2), and the current use on the site is not
permitted and is considered a non -conforming use.
' 9 FWRC 19.30.080(1) and 19.30.180 prohibit expansions of nonconforming uses.
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Public Works Development Services Division
FWRC 19.30.120, "Nonconforming Water Quality Improvements," may apply to this project.
• Effective January 1, 2020, the city implemented a stormwater System Development Charge (SDC).
The SDC is based on the amount of new impervious surfaces added for any development project.
Public Works Traffic Division
• Transportation Concurrency Management (FWRC 19.90) — A transportation concuxrency permit with the
application fee of $1,773 (1 — 10 trips) is required for the proposed project.
• Traffic Impact Fees (FWRC 19.91) - Traffic impact fees will be assessed at the building permit submittal.
• Frontage Improvements (FWRC 19.135.040) — Street frontage improvements and right-of-way dedication
along the property frontage on South 320th Street may be required.
• Access Management (FWRC 19.135.260) — The development shall meet access management standards.
Lakehaven Water & Sewer
• The existing meter needs to be evaluated under UPC & LWSD standards, to determine if it's adequate
for the proposed new use.
• Separate water service connections/meters shall be installed for mixed uses on the same property (or in
the same building) that are incompatible for billing purposes.
• Service pressure(s) greater than 80 psi indicated, and Pressure Reducing Valve(s) indicated; contact the
local building official for requirements and/or additional information.
• If sewer service is desired or required for the residence, a separate Lakehaven Sewer Service
Connection Permit will be required.
South King Fire and Rescue
• A recessed fire department "Knox" brand key box shall be installed on the building near the front
entrance.
• A fire alarm system is required in the new addition and strongly recommended to be added to the
remainder of the existing building.
DEPARTMENT COMMENTS
Outlined below are the comments made by the representatives of each department. Each section should be
read thoroughly. If you have questions, please contact the representative listed for that section.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT — PLANNING DIVISION
Stacey Welsh, 253-835-2634, stacey.welsh@cityoffederalway.com
Zoning &Non -Conforming Use — The property is zoned Single Family Residential (RS7.2) and the current use
on the site is not permitted and is considered a nonconforming use. FWRC 19.30.080(1) and 19.30.180
prohibit expansions of nonconforming uses:
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19.30.080 Nonconforming use.
Any nonconforming use must be terminated if.•
(1) The applicant is expandinggross floor area on the subjectproperly, whether the expansion involves an addition
to an existing building or a new and separate structure.
19.30.180 Prohibition on increasing nonconformance.
No nonconformance may, in any way, be enlarged, expanded, incmased, intensified, compounded or in any other
way made greater, except as specifically permitted in this chapter.
In a January 26, 2001, letter to you from the city, expansion of the existing use was discussed, stating in part:
`To pat it simply, there can be no farther wpansion of the Twin Lakes Veterinary hospital not in terms of
structural alterations, increase ingrass floor area, or additional use. The code is quite clear in the resvictians that
are plated on legally xonconforming uses. Short of obtaining a code amendment or obtaining a comprehensive plan
amesrdmen.t and "ne, Twin Lakes Veterinary hospital is limited both pbysicalyand in terms of use to the
current extent of its legally nonconforming status. "
A school, as defined in FWRC 19.105.190, is a permitted use in the RS 7.2 zone. The proposed educational/
training facility is not a stand-alone unaffiliated operation; rather it is an expansion of the Twin Lakes
Veterinary Hospital. Even if the proposed educational/training center was a stand-alone unaffiliated
operation, it is not clear at this time whether it meets the FWRC definition of "school":
19.09.190 S dej%7hions.
'Schools "means institutian.c of learning, excluang those offeringpost-secondag education, offering instruction in
the several branches of learning and study required by the Basic Education Code of the State of Washington to be
taught in public, private and parochial schoob; including those discplines considered vocational, business -related, or
trade in nature.
The information above was provided via email on January 16, 2020. Subsequently the preapplication meeting
was cancelled at your request. This summary letter is being provided for informational purposes.
PUBLIC WORKS — DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION
Kevin Peterson, 253-835-2734, kevin. eterson < cilyoffederalwgy.corn
Land Use Issues — Stormwater
1. Initial review suggests that FWRC 19.30.120, "Nonconforming Water Quality Improvements," may apply
to this project. Specifically, the following item may be applicable:
"1.g. Redevelopment, other than normal maintenance or other than tenant improvements,
but including any increase ingross floor area, in any one consecutive 12-month period which
exceeds 50 percent of the assessed or appraised value (whichever isgreater) of the structure or improvement
being redeveloped. The applicant may provide an appraisal of the improvement. The appraisal
must be from a source acceptable to the City. The Director may require the applicant to
provide an appraisal from a second source acceptable to the City if the assessed valuation
appears to be inaccurate or inappropriate. If more than one appraisal is provided by the
applicant or required by the City, the greater of the two amounts shall be used. For purposes
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of determining valuc undcr this section, improvements required pursuant to FWRC Sections
19.30.090 (nonconforming development), 19.30.110 (street/sidewalk improvements),
19.30.120 (nonconforming water quality improvements) and 19.135.030 (street/sidewalk
improvements) shall not be counted towards the 50 percent threshold which would trigger
application of this subsection;"
Therefore, if it is determined that water quality treatment is required for the entire site, including new and
existing pollution generating impervious surfaces. Treatment options must be selected from the Enhanced
Basic Water Quality Menu provided in the 2016 King County Surface Water Design Manual (KCSWDM), OR
the city will also accept those systems that have been approved for Enhanced Basic Treatment under the
Washington State Department of Ecology (WADOE) General Use Level Designation (GULD) criteria.
2. Effective January 1, 2020, the city implemented a stormwater System Development Charge (SDC). The
SDC is based on the amount of new impervious surfaces added for any development project. For
calculating the SDC for commercial and multi -family development, impervious surface is expressed as an
Equivalent Service Unit: 1 ESU = 3,200 square feet (SF) of impervious surface added. Therefore, the SDC
= SF of new impervious surface added - 3,200 x current SDC fee. A 5% administration fee will be added
to the total SDC. All SDC fees are payable at permit issuance. The current (2020) SDC is $981.00 per ESU.
3. Water quality facilities for private commercial developments outside the City Center Core zone must be
above ground (i.e. open pond). Underground facilities are allowed only with approval from the City of
Federal Way Public Works Department.
4. Show the proposed location and dimensions of water quality facilities on the preliminary plans.
Right -of -Way Improvements
1. See the Traffic Division comments from Senior Transportation Planning Engineer Sarady Long, 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.
Building [or Engineering (El)] Permit Issues
1. Engineered plans are required for clearing, grading, road construction, and utility work. Plans must be
reviewed and approved by the city. Engineering review fees (2020) are $3,096.00 for the first 18 hours of
review for commercial building permits, and $172.00 per hour for additional review time. A final TIR
shall be prepared for the project and submitted with the engineering plans. Both the TIR and the plans
will require the signature/seal of a professional engineer registered/licensed in the State of Washington.
2. To assist the applicant's engineer in preparing the plans and TIR, the Federal Way Public Vorkr Development
Standards Manual (including standard detail drawings, standard notes, and engineering checklists) is
available on the city's website at htt12://%vunv.citvoffedetadway.corn/index.nsl2x?nid=171.
3. Bonding is required for all work within the city's right-of-way, and temporary erosion and sediment
control measures associated with the project. The bond amount shall be 120 percent of the estimated
costs of the improvements. An administrative fee deposit will need to accompany the bond to cover any
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possible legal fees in the event the bond must be called. Upon completion of the installation of the
improvements, and final approval of the Public Works Inspector, the bond will be reduced to 30 percent
of the original amount and held for a two-year maintenance period.
4. When topographic survey information is shown on the plans, the vertical datum block shall include the
phrase "DATUM: N.G.V.D.-29" or "DATUM: K.C.A.S.," on all sheets where vertical elevations are noted.
5. 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.
6. Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control (TESL) measures, per Appendix D of the 2016 KCSWDM,
must be shown on the engineering plans.
7. The site plan shall show the location of any existing and proposed utilities in the areas affected by construction.
PUBLIC WORKS TRAFFIC DIVISION
Sarady Long, 253-835-2743, s rad .lon ci offeder lwa .c rn
Transportation Concurrency Analysis (FWRC 19.90)
1. Based on the submitted materials for an 1,100 square feet addition to the existing veterinary clinic
building using the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation -10th Edition, land use
code 640 (Animal Hospital), the proposed project is estimated to generate approximately five new
weekday PM peak hour trips.
2. A concurrency permit is required for this development project. The PW Traffic Division will perform a
concurrency analysis to determine 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).
3. The estimated fee for the concurrency permit application is ,$1,773 (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 full at the time the concurrency permit application is submitted with the land use application. The
fee may change based on any changes in the estimated weekday PM peak hour trips as identified in the
concurrency application. 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)
1. Based on the submitted materials for 1,100 square feet of animal hospital, the estimated traffic impact fee is
,$18,660. Please note, the actual impact fee will be calculated based on the fee schedule in effect at the time
a completed building permit application is filed and paid prior to permit issuance (FWRC 19.100.070 3[a]).
Street Frontage Improvements (FWRC 19.135)
1. Based on the available records and the submitted materials, it appears that this proposal meets the 25
percent threshold criteria for requiring street frontage improvements as identified in the FWRC
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19.135.030. The applicant/owner may submit an appraisal for the subject property, or King County
Assessor's records may be used. The Public Works Development Services Division will evaluate the
submitted appraisal data to determine if the project actually meets the city's 25 percent threshold for
requiring street frontage improvements.
2. The applicant/owner will be expected to construct street improvements consistent with the planned
roadway cross -sections as shown in Map III-4 in Chapter III of the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan (FWCP)
and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) shown as Table III-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:
South 320th Street is a Principal Arterial planned as a Type "I" street, consisting of a 58-foot
street with curb and gutter, 6-foot planter strips with street trees, 8-foot sidewalks, and street
lights in a 92-foot right-of-way. South 320th Street is improved with five lanes, including
vertical curb gutter, sidewalks, streetlights, etc., on both sides of the street. However, these
improvements may not meet current standards. As such, the applicant shall upgrade the
street frontage on South 320th Street to meet current standards.
3. 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). These modification requests currently have a review
fee of ,$344.
4. Tapers and transitions beyond the project frontage may be required as deemed necessary for safety
purposes. The taper rate shall be WS2/60, 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. 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.
3. The existing easterly driveway shall remain closed and must be improved to provide a continuous sidewalk.
PUBLIC WORKS — SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING DIVISION
Rob Van Orsow, 253-835-2770, robv(a),cityoffederalway.com
Review FWRC 19.125.150 for solid waste and recycling design requirements. Help with many design parameters
related to service access is available via the city's contracted solid waste services provider, Waste Management.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT — BUILDING DIVISION
Scott Sproul, 253-835-2621, scoff-sprout@cityoffederalway.com
1. Byidding Codes. The structure must meet all current codes.
2. Bui0ng PermitAppdra on Process. A completed building permit application and commercial checklist are
required. Copies of the application and checklist may be obtained on our web site at
www.cityoffederalway.cam.
Appointments are required for intake of new commercial building permit submittals. Please contact the
Permit Center to schedule an intake appointment at (253) 835-2607, or ernvtcenter a.ci ffederalway.c m.
Some projects 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 pemiit fees and costs.
Please note, land use approval is recommended prior to submitting the building permit application to
avoid delay in project review. If the project has not received land use approval, it may be placed on hold
until the land use review is completed.
3. Review Timing 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.
The first comment letter can be expected within five to seven weeks of the submittal date. Re -check of
plans will occur in one to three weeks after resubmittal.
Revised or resubmitted plans shall be provided in the same format, 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.
4. Other Permits & Inspections. Separate permits maybe required for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire
suppression systems, and signs. Applicants may apply for separate permits at any time prior to the
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
Division can final the structure for occupancy. Building final must be approved prior to the issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy.
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 Division and will be scheduled by the inspector of record for the project.
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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@Jakehaven.org
Water
• A Water Certificate of 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). The certificate is
valid for one year from the date of issuance. If a certificate is needed, allow one to two working days to issue
for typical processing. The 2020 cost for a Water Certificate of Availability is $80.00.
Fire flow at no less than 20 psi available within the existing water distribution system is a minimum of
2,500 GPM (approximate) for two hours or more. This flow figure represents Lakehaven's adopted
minimum level of service goals for non-residential areas/systems regarding performance of the existing
water distribution system (16-inch diameter main) under high demand conditions. If more precise
available, and/or estimated onsite, fire flow figures are required or desired, the applicant can request
Lakehaven perform a system hydraulic model analysis (separate from, or concurrent with, an application for
availability). The 2020 cost for a system hydraulic model analysis is $240.00.
• The site has one existing water service connection (WtrSvc 1139, 5/8" x 3/4" meter). The existing meter needs
to be evaluated under UPC and LWSD standards, to detennine if it's adequate for the proposed new use.
• Separate water service connections/meters shall be installed for mixed uses on the same property (or in the
same building) that are incompatible for billing purposes (e.g., single-family residential and/or non-residential).
• A water service connection application submitted separately to Lakehaven is required for each new service
connection to the water distribution system, or any modification to an existing water service connection (e.g.,
larger meter/service, irrigation, abandonment of existing service[s], re -activation, etc.), in accordance with
standards defined in Lakehaven's current "Fees and Charges Resolution." Non -single-family properties
require separate domestic (per building typically, some exceptions allowed), irxig on (if irrigated landscaped
areas are incorporated into the site development), and fire protection (if required or installed) water service
connections and meters.
• Service pressure(s) greater than 80 psi indicated, and Pressure Reducing Valve(s) indicated. Contact the local
building official for requirements and/or additional information.
• Based on the proposal submitted, preliminary estimated Lakehaven water service connection fees, charges,
and/or deposits (2020 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 and adjusted (if necessary) annually, and are subject to change without notice.
• Water Service/Meter Installation, Residence 5/8" x 3/4" meter: ,$5,170 deposit. Actual size to be
determined by Lakehaven based on UPC plumbing fixture count.
• Capital Facilities Charge(s)-Water: $0.00. Water system capacity credits are available for this property
from system capacity charges previously assessed, paid directly to Lakehaven, and/or credited to the
property for 20.00 Equivalent Residential Units (ERU). Please contact Lakehaven for further detail.
• Right -of -Way Permit Fee (City of Federal Way): $980.00.
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Sewer
■ A Sewer Certificate of Availability issued separately by Lakehaven maybe required to be submitted with any
land use and/or building permit applications (check with land use agency for requirement). The certificate is
valid for one year from the date of issuance. If a certificate is needed, allow one to two working days to issue
for typical processing. The 2020 cost for a Sewer Certificate of Availability is $80.00.
• The site has one existing sewer service connection (veterinary building, SSCP 28805).
• If sewer service is desired or required for the residence, a separate Lakehaven Sewer Service Connection
Permit will be required, in accordance with standards defined in Lakehaven's current "Fees and Charges
Resolution." Minimum pipe slope for gravity sewer service connections is two percent.
• If sewer service is desired or required for the residence, based on the proposal submitted, preliminary estimated
Lakehaven water service connection fees, charges, and/or deposits (2020 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 and adjusted (if necessary) annually, and are subject
to change without notice.
• Sewer Service Connection Permit: $517.20 fee.
• Capital Facilities Charge(s)-Sewer: $0.00. Sewer system capacity credits are available for this property
from system capacity charges previously paid directly to Lakehaven for 1.24 ERU. Please contact
Lakehaven for further detail.
• Service Agreement Charge (Private Grinder Pump): $140.00. There is a potential gravity sewer service
cannot be acquired for the existing residence.
• County Document Recording Charges: $110.50
General
• All Lakehaven development engineering related application forms, and associated standards information,
can be accessed at Lakehaven's web pages: t Lvww. kehaven.or 2 D o ment-En eerie .
• All comments herein are valid for one 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
Sean Nichols, 253-946-7242, sean.nichol southidngfire.or
Water Supply
Fire Flory
Provide the required fire flow for 2000 gallons per minute. A Certificate of WlaterAvailability, including a hydraulic fire
flow model, was provided and the available fire flow is 2500 gallons per minute, which is acceptable.
Fire Hydrants
Existing fire hydrants on the site meet the requirements for this project. Fire hydrants shall be in service prior to
and during the time of construction.
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Emergency Access
Fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all requirements of Fire Access Policy 10.006:
h thkin fire.or Da entCenter Home View 24.
Fire Department Lock Box
A recessed fire department "Knox" brand key box shall be installed on the building near the front entrance.
Location(s) will be approved by the plan reviewer or Deputy Fire Marshal onsite.
Fire Alarm
Afire alarm system is regmiyrd in the new addition and strongly recommended to be added to the remainder of the
existing building.
CLOSING
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 me (the key project contact) at 253-835-2634, or
s tacev.wels h@cityo federal�va�+. com.
Sincerely,
Stacey Welsh, AICP
Senior Planner
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Kevin Peterson, Senior Engineering Plans Reviewer
Sarady Long, Senior Transportation Planning Engineer
Brian Asbury, Lakehaven Water & Sewer District
Sean Nichols, South King Fire & Rescue
Michael Mizimoto, 1060 SW 320th Street, Federal Way, WA 98023
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Stacey Welsh
From: Neitha Wilkey <NeithaW@AustinCina.com>
Sent Thursday, March 26, 2020 12:06 PM
To: Stacey Welsh; 'mp.mizumoto@comcast.net'
Cc: Brian Davis; Mike Cina
Subject RE: Building permit request
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Stacey,
Thank you for the email. We will follow-up with the reviewers regarding their comments.
Neitha Wilkey, Project Architect
oust ncina architects
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12202 Pacific Avenue S, Suite C, Tacoma, WA 98444
From: Stacey Welsh <Stacey.Welsh@cityoffederalway.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 26, 202011:00 AM
To:'mp.mizumoto@comcast.net' <mp.mizumoto@comcast.net>
Cc: Neitha Wilkey <NeithaW@AustinCina.com>; Brian Davis <Brian.Davis@cityoffederalway.com>
Subject: RE: Building permit request
Good morning Mike,
I understand you are proceeding with your project. There are a couple of options to get things started. Your team
already applied for a Pre -Application Meeting and while the meeting itself was not held, you were sent a summary letter
of comments/requirements (attached). The first option is for your team to follow up individually with reviewers
regarding their comments, to gain a better understanding of the various requirements as they pertain to your proposal.
In the summary letter each section has a contact person —using their email address would be best at this time with
many people working remotely at this time.
The second option would be for us to conduct your Pre -Application meeting. A this time those are being done remotely
via teleconference. If you were interested in that option then we could get you on the schedule in the next few weeks.
Please let me know which route you would like to pursue and we can proceed from there. Regarding the Planning
Division comments, I will update them and can send them to you and your team once they are completed. If you have
further questions let me know.
Stacey Welsh, AICP
Principal Planner
Federa { Way
33325 8" Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Phone:253/835-2634
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Mayor Jim Ferrell issued a for the City of Federal Way, Washington on March 9, 2020, due to the
growing public health impacts of COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
In an effort to take proactive measures to protect the health and safety of the Federal Way community, the Department of
Community Development is implementing safety protocols and modifying our services. As a result, our doors will remain closed for
in -person business. Staff will be able to serve customers electronically by email ( ), by electronic
submittal ( ), or by phone (253-835-2607).
This practice is intended to help protect our citizens, customers, and staff from potential exposure to the virus. We thank you for
your understanding in this matter.
From: Michael Mizumoto [ ato(c� :: •-_:.
Sent: Thursday, March 26, 2020 9:24 AM
To: Brian Davis
Cc: Neitha Wilkey; Mike Cina; Margaret Mizumoto
Subject: Re: Building permit request
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Brian,
Thank you for your reply. Yes, we are committed to moving forward with our remodel project and
understand the major issues outlined by the various departments. However, some of the agencies
requirements are confusing and we would ask for more clarification. For example, we are questioning
the Public Works Traffic Division impact fee as our addition pertains to our existing staff during
regular office hrs. Thus, no increase in traffic/parking issues or additional street improvements would
be necessary as stated in the report.
Could you please advise how we proceed to the next step? Would all this be sorted out when we file
a formal application or would we be allowed a pre -construction conference? As stated in the
beginning, we remain committed to this project.
Thank you.
Mike Mizumoto
On Marcie 23. 2020 at 4:37 PM Brian Davis is.aciiti offed ralwa%.L:a, = wrote -
Dr. Mizumoto,
We are working on a possible zoning clearance (still a difficult path, but a path nonetheless). In
the meantime, would you please review our most recent letter and determine if the requirements
from the non -Planning agencies such as Public Works, Building, Fire, and Lakehaven are
workable for you? I don't want to get too far down the zoning clearance option we're working on
if there are insurmountable development barriers from someone else.
Brian Davis
Community Development Director
City of Federal Way
On Mar 23, 2020, at 4:22 PM, Michael Mizumoto <mL).miziunotoc(i�comcast.net> wrote:
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Brian,
I've patiently been awaiting your response to the TLVH building permit
request and have yet to hear from you. It has been over a month since our
conference call with Mayor Farrell and my letter to you. Please inform me
as soon as possible where we are the process. I'll await your reply. Thank
you.
Sincerely,
Mike Mizumoto
mp.mizumoto@comcast.net
TWIN LRKES
VETERINARY HOSPITAL INC., P.S.
1060 S.W. 320th • FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON 98023 • (253) 839-7880 / 927-6666
Feb.19, 2020
Brian,
Per our conference call with Mayor Farrell on February 4th, I've submitted a copy of the building
permit for our last clinic remodel project in 1988. I'm confused by your initial statement that you
went back as far as 1986 reviewing the building and zoning codes of Federal Way and essentially
nothing changed, even after the city incorporated in 1990. Yet, unlike in 1988, when we were issued a
building permit without any resistance, today we face unyielding non -acceptance and rejection of
our building proposal. Please comment and explain these inconsistencies. I look forward to hearing
from you soon.
Sincerely,
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Michael Mizumoto , Owner
rnp.mizurnoto@conicast.net
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Neitha Wilkey
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RE: File #19-105945-00-PC; PREAPPLICATION CONFERENCE SCHEDULED
Twin Lake Veterinarian Hospital, 1060 SW 320th Street, Federal Way
Dear Ms. Wilkey:
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 (DRC) and a meeting with
the project applicant has been scheduled as follows:
9:00 a.m. — Thursday, January 23, 2020
Hylebos Conference Room
Federal Way City Hall, 2nd Floor
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003
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 coiitact me at becky.chapin@cityoffederalway.com, or 253-835-2641.
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Doc, I.D. 79982
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE TRANSMITTAL
DATE: December 31, 2019
TO: Cole Elliott, Development Services Manager
Greg Krik, Plans Examiner
Rick Perez, City Traffic Engineer
Brian Asbury, Lakehaven Water & Sewer District
Chris Cahan, South King Fire & Rescue
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FOR DRC MTG. ON:
FILE NUMBER (s) :
RELATED FILE NOS.:
PROJECT NAME:
PROJECT ADDRESS:
ZONING DISTRICT:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
LAND USE PERMITS:
PROJECT CONTACT:
MATERIALS SUBMITTED:
Becky Chapin, Senior Planner
January 16, 2020- Internal
January 23, 2020, 9:00am - with applicant
19-105945-00-PC
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TWIN LAKES VETERINARY HOSPITAL/TRAINING CENTER
1060 SW 320TH ST
RS 7.2
Proposal to add 1,100 square feet to existing building
for use as an educational training facility.
Process II
Neitha Wickey
AUSTINCINA ARCHITECTS
12202 Pacific Hwy S, Suite C
Tacoma, WA
neithaw@austincina.com
Pre -Development Plan set includes:
project narrative
site photo
site plan
floor plan
elevations
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�LFaderaI Way CITY DEVELWAY
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MASTER LAND USE APPLICATION
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
33325 8`h Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609
www.cii offederalom
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Type of Permit Required
Annexation
Binding Site Plan
Boundary Line Adjustment
Comp Plan/Rezone
Land Surface Modification
Lot Line Elimination
Preapplication Conference
Process I (Director's Approval)
Process II (Site Plan Review)
Process III (Project Approval)
Process IV (Hearing Examiner's Decision)
Process V (Quasi -Judicial Rezone)
Process VI
SEPA w/Project
SEPA Only
Shoreline: Variance/Conditional Use
Short Subdivision
Subdivision
Variance: Commercial/Residential
Required Information
145 -1• 2 Zoning Designation
Comprehensive Plan Designation
Value of Existing Improvements
Value of Proposed Improvements
International Building Code (IBC):
Occupancy Type
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Agent (if different than Applicant)
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Bulletin #003 —January 1, 2011
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Twin Lakes Veterinary Hospital provides educational training to technicians and doctors of
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educational trainings and simultaneous with business hours. Trainings include:
Veterinary products and techniques
Speakers
Animal behavior
Obedience
The training center has a separate entrance and can be isolated from the clinic.
Site Information:
Address: 1060 SW 320th Street
Area: 217,800 s.f.
Zoning: RS 7.2
Occupied by two buildings; a residence and the veterinary hospital
Existing Building:
Use: Veterinary Hosptial
Building Area: 3,574 s.f.
Covered Area: 223 s.f. (Entries)
Construction Type: VB
Occupancy: B
Sprinkled: No
Training Center Addition:
Use: Primarily Adult Education, some minors
Total Proposed Area:1,100 s.f.
Training Room 350 s.f.
Computer/Library 237 s.f.
Two Accessible Toilets 120 s.f.
Kitchenette 26 s.f.
Table and Chair Storage 50 s.f.
Lockers: 21 s.f.
Circulation/Walls: 295 s.f.
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Storm Drainage: Accommodated on undeveloped portion of site.
Landscaping: No change RECEIVED
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