17-105134RECEIVED
OCT 2 3 2017
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
•'0�atir 33325 8`h Avenue South
CITY OF Federal Way, WA 98003
253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609
FederalWay www.cityoffeduralway.coni
CITY CENTER PLANNED ACTION DETERMINATION
REVIEW CHECKLIST
This checklist is used to determine whether a project is eligible to be considered a Planned
Action exempt from further review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). (Section
One is to be completed by the applicant and Sections Two and Three are completed by the city.)
*A completed SEPA Checklist shall accompany this City Center Planned Action Checklist.*
Section
One: Project Information (applicant to complete)
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AM Peak Vehicle Trips
Existing est. trips:
Project est. trips:
Net new:
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Source of trips rate:
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Section Two: Review Criteria (City to complete)
The city's SEPA responsible official may designate conforming projects as "planned actions"
pursuant to RCW 43.2.1C.440 that meet the following conditions per Ordinance No. 16-811.
Criteria (FWRC 14.15.130[3][d][ii])
Complies (if no, explain on separate
sheet and attach)
The project is not otherwise exempt from SEPA.
Vr Yes
❑ No
The proposal is located within the Planned Action Area as
identified on Exhibit A "City Center Planned Action Area
Map" of Ordinance No. 16-811.
02"" Yes
❑ No
The project is consistent with the Federal Way
Comprehensive Plan.
Yes
❑ No
❑ No
The project is subsequent or implementing a project which
has had significant adverse environmental impacts
adequately identified in the Planned Action SEIS.
[� Yes
Proposed land uses are consistent with those described in
the planned action SEIS and FWRC 14.15.130(3)(c)(i).
RR' Yes
❑ No
The proposal is consistent with the thresholds identified in
FWRC 14.15.130(3)(c)(ii) & (iv).
�/ Yes
❑ No
Residential Threshold: 2,400 units
Office Threshold: 400,000 sq. ft.
Retail Threshold: 475,000 s . ft.
Lodging Threshold: 600 rooms
AM Peak Vehicle Trips Threshold: 3,617
PM Peak Vehicle Trips Threshold: 6,792
*For reinaining capacity see attached spreadsheet.
The project's adverse impacts are able to be mitigated
through the application of mitigation measures detailed in
Exhibit B, "Planned Action Mitigation Document," of
Ordinance No. 16-811, as well as other applicable city,
county, state, and federal requirements and conditions.
Yes
❑ No
The proposed project complies with all applicable local,
county, state, and federal re lations.
Yes
❑ No
The proposal is not an essential public facility (EPF) as
defined in RCW 36.70A.200, unless an EPF is accessory to
or part of a development that is designated a planned action.
if Yes
❑ No
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Section Three: Planned Action Determination (city to complete)
Requirements
Complies (if no, explain on separate sheet
and attach)
Application for a Planned Action was made on forms
Yes
❑ No
rovided by the city, including a SEPA Checklist.
The application is complete as provided in FWRC
L( Yes
❑ No
14.10.020.7.
The application is consistent with the criteria of the
d Yes
❑ No
Planned Action Ordinance.
The development application meets all applicable Yes ❑ No
requirements of the FWRC.
Qualifying Project
(if no, explain on a separate sheet and attach)
Qualifies as a Planned Action: The application is consistent with the Planned
Action Ordinance and thereby qualifies as a Planned Action project. The
Yes
project shall proceed in accordance with the appropriate permit procedures,
except that no additional SEPA review, threshold determination, or EIS will be
required. Public notice of this determination shall be provided as specified in
FWRC 14.15.060(3).
Does Not Qualify as a Planned Action: The application is not consistent with
the Planned Action Ordinance and does not qualify as a Planned Action project.
❑ No
Additional SEPA Review Required: Projects disqualified as a Planned Action
may use or incorporate relevant elements of the environmental review analysis
in the SEIS prepared for the Planned Action, as well as other environmental
review documents to assist in meeting SEPA requirements. The SEPA Official
may choose to limit the scope of the SEPA review to those issues and
environmental impacts not previously addressed in the SEIS.
SEPA Process Prescribed:
Signature (Director):
Date: I (2 /2C-)/-7
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Department of Community Development
33325 8th Avenue South
CITY DF Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Federal Way Ph. 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609
www,c itvoffederal way.co m.
SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Purpose of Checklist
Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of
your proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance,
minimization or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts
or if an environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal.
Instructions for Applicants
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal.
Please answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need
to consult with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use "not
applicable" or "does not apply" only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is
unknown. You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and
accurate answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the
decision -making process.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period
of time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe
your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask
you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining
if there may be significant adverse impact.
Instructions for Lead Agencies
Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to
evaluate the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of
adverse impacts. The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of
information needed to make an adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination
is made, the lead agency is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and
other supporting documents.
Use of Checklist for Nonproject Proposals
For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the
applicable parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(part D). Please completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project,"
"applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected
geographic area," respectively. The lead agency may exclude (for non -projects) questions in Part B
- Environmental Elements —that do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal.
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CITY OF
Federal Way
A. BACKGROUND
Department of Community Development
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Ph. 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609
www.cityoffcderal wayxom
1. Name ofproposedproject, if applicable:
21st Avenue South Pedestrian Connection — Grand Staircase
2. Name of applicant:
City of Federal Way, WA
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
Edward Walsh, PE
City of Federal Way
33325 Eighth Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Phone: 253-835-2713
Email: Edward.Walsh@cityoffederalway.com
It. LAW,- checklist pr epar ed.
1 September 2017
5. Agency requesting checklist. -
City of Federal Way Public Works Department
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
A 6-month construction period is anticipated — February 2018 through September 2018.
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with
this proposal? If yes, explain.
The Grand Staircase (project) is part of a larger redevelopment strategy and planned action
for the City Center subarea, which includes the Town Center district in which the proposed
project is located. The staircase will link the Performing Arts and Event Center (PAEC) (to
the northwest), a future hotel (north), and a future development (northeast) to the transit,
open space, and urban amenities of the Town Center district. These future developments are
identified on Sheet 8 of the drawing set, but none are associated with this project.
8. List anyenvironmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to thisproposal.
The following reports and information have been prepared for the project:
• City Center Planned Action Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), City of Federal Way, 2006
• Technical Information Report provided by PACLAND for the Performing Art Center,
18 September 2015
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Department of Community Development
33325 8th Avenue South
CITY ar 4IPN*4ft%Mb-►' Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Federal WayPh. 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609
www.ciLyoffederalwa.co
• City Center Planned Action Supplemental EIS, City of Federal Way, 2016
■ Site Topographic Survey, ESM Consulting Engineers, 2017
• Geotechnical Engineering Report, Landau Associates, 2017
• 30 Percent Design Drawings, BergerABAM, August 2017
• Stormwater Design Memorandum, BergerABAM, October 2017
■ 85 Percent Design Drawings, BergerABAM, October 2017
• 100 Percent Design Drawings, BergerABAM, December 2017
Both the EIS and SEIS completed for the planned action contain proposed mitigation
measures for the redevelopment of the City Center subarea. Where the EIS/SEIS measures
are applicable to the proposed project, they are included in this document.
9. Do you know whether applications are pendingfor governmental approvals of other proposals
directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
No applications for other proposals affecting the subject property are known to be pending.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, ifknown.
The property is located within a designated planned action subarea known as the "City
Center," which the City of Federal Way designated in 2006 to streamline the SEPA process
(under Revised Code of Washington [RCW] 43.21C.031(2)(a) and WAC 197-11-164). The
project will require a City Center Planned Action determination by the City. In accordance
with the City's SEPA guidelines, the planned action determination review checklist is
submitted with this SEPA checklist.
The project will also require a City Right of Way and Electrical Permits.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the
project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain
aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may
modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.)
The City is proposing the development of a pedestrian plaza known as the Grand Staircase
in Federal Way, Washington. The proposed project will be developed within existing public
right of way and will require no additional right of way. The site is roughly 75 feet wide;
(north to southl- by 337 feet long! (east to west] that includes a tapered end of 44-6L116 feet at
the west end to the existing right of way. A site plan of the project is included with this
submittal.
The purpose of the Grand Staircase project is to improve pedestrian connectivity between
South 316th Street and South 314th Street. In addition to developing the Grand Staircase, a
new mid -block crossing will be installed and pedestrians will be directed to it so they can
cross South 316th Street safely. In addition, the project will link the new PAEC and future
hotel to the transit, open space, and urban amenities of the Town Center district.
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Department of Community Development
33325 8th Avenue South
CITY of �� Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Federal Way Ph. 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609
www.cilyotTedem1way.com
The Grand Staircase itself will consist of a series of 22- and 20-foot-tall concrete staircases
linked with Americans with Disabilities Act -accessible ramps not exceeding a 5 percent
slope along the north side of South 316th Street. Concrete walls, seat terraces, and
landscaped areas will separate a series of ramp switchbacks that will elevate the staircase
with a stepped foundation..
The new pedestrian crossing with a flashing beacon will cross South 316th Street, west of
21st Avenue South, and will include a pedestrian refuge island. Additional project features
will include site furnishings, pedestrian lighting, signs, and streetscape improvements. The
project is funded through a combination of state regional mobility grants and local funds.
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of
your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If
a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a
legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you
should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed
plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist.
The site is located in section 9, Township 21 North, Range 4 East. The project will be
developed on the north side of South 316th Street within the public right of way between
Pete von Reichbauer Way/20th Avenue South and 23rd Avenue South and, as such, does not
have a parcel number. A location map is included on Sheet 1 of the drawings set.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site:
(circle one . Iat, oiling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other _
The upper portions of the site adjacent to the PAEC, the future hotel, and other future
developments are generally flat. At the location of the existing retaining wall, there is a
20-foot change in elevation from the top to the bottom of the wall along S 316 Street. In the
developed condition, there will be steep slopes at 2:1 approximately 10 feet back from the
edge of the existing sidewalk in order to tie into existing ground.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
Most of the site is essentially flat above and below the existing retaining wall, with a 20-
foot change in grade from the top to the bottom of the wall. The steepest existing slope is
45 percent below the retaining wall to the existing sidewalk. In the proposed conditions,
there will be steep slopes at 2:1 approximately 10 feet back from the edge of the existing
sidewalk in order to tie into existing ground.
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If
you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any agricultural land of
long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils.
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Department of Community Development
33325 8thAvenue South
CITY ar Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Federal W v Ph. 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609
www.ciWffedcralway.com
Existing soils reports and boring logs prepared for the construction of the PAEC were
consulted for this proposal, and Landau Associates prepared a project -specific
geotechnical report. Based on the Poverty Bay 7.5-minute Quadrangle for King and Pierce
Counties published by the Washington Department of Natural Resources, the project area
is underlain by glacial till. Subsurface conditions based on the boring logs indicate that
between 9.5 to 20 feet of fill will be encountered at the project site. The fill is composed of
loose to very dense gravelly sand and drain rock near the wall. Below the fill, native
glacial till is present consisting of dense to very dense, silty sand with gravel cobbles.
There is no agricultural land in the project vicinity. The report concluded that subsurface
conditions at the project site are suitable for the proposed Grand Staircase project. Design
recommendations from the report will be incorporated into the project design where
appropriate.
Earthwork activities are expected to include the demolition of the existing retaining wall,
clearing and stripping, site grading to establish subgrade elevations, excavating for
footings, backfilling around footings and behind walls, subgrade preparation, and trench
excavation for storm conveyance systems.
d. Are there surface indications or historyof unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe.
As detailed in the geotechnical report, there is a very low risk for the development of
seismically induced soil liquefaction, lateral spreading, or slope instability. Therefore,
unstable soils are unlikely to be encountered.
e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of
any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source offill.
The project is proposing to cut 5,455 cubic yards of material and fill with 980 cubic yards
for a net cut of 4,475 square feet for the construction of the project. The cut and fill
activities will occur over the entire project area of 18,035 square feet. The two sources of
fill will be an imported: manufactured planting soil mix (850 cubic yards) that will be
placed in the project planting areas and structural fill (130 cubic yards)
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? Ifso, generally describe.
Erosion may occur as a result of typical construction activities, including wall
construction and grading of the site. The contractor will be required to adhere to City and
state regulations minimizing erosion potential.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
There will be 11,367 square feet of impervious surface (63 percent of the project site) after
construction activities are completed.
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Department of Community Development
CITY OF 33325 8thAvenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Federal Way Ph. 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609
www.cityoffederalway.com
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, ifany:
Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control Plans will be prepared for the project. In
addition, the construction contractor will be required to develop and to adhere to a
Stormwater .Pollution Prevention Plan.
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction,
operation, and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give
approximate quantities if known.
Typical construction vehicles (e.g., excavator and dump trucks) will be used during
project construction. These vehicles are expected to be powered by gasoline or diesel fuel
and will have appropriate emission controls per state law. The selected contractor will be
required to employ dust control best management practices (BMPs) should dust occur.
As a pedestrian facility composed of concrete and planting areas, the project will not
produce emissions upon completion.
b. Are there anyoff-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? Ifso,
generally describe.
No off -site sources of emissions or odors in the project vicinity would have an adverse
impact on the project.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
Construction vehicles will have appropriate emission controls per state law, and dust
control BMPs will be employed during construction, if necessary.
3. Water
a. Surface Water:
1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round
and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? Ifyes, describe type and provide names.
Ifappropriate, state what stream or river it flows into.
The Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) recommends 300 feet as the
standard measurement for identifying nearby surface waters. According to the City's
Critical Areas Map, Priority Habitat and Species (PHS) on the Web, and the National
Wetland Inventory, there are no surface water bodies within 300 feet of the project site.
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters?
Ifyes, please describe and attach availableplans.
No.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface
water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill
material.
No fill or dredge material will be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands.
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33325 8th Avenue South
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CITY of Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Federal Way Ph. 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609
www.citvoffederaE►vay.corn
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description,
purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No water withdrawals or diversions are proposed.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100 year floodplain? Ifso, note location on the siteplan.
According to U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Map
panel 53033C1250F, the project site is not within or adjacent to a 100-year floodplain.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe
the type of waste and anticipated volume ofdischarge.
No waste materials will be discharged to surface waters as a result of the project.
b. Ground water:
1) Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a
general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the
well. Will water be discharged to groundwater? Give general description, purpose, and
approximate quantities if known.
No groundwater withdrawals or discharges will occur as a result of this project.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources,
if any (for example: domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals ... ;
agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number
of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are
expected to serve.
No waste material will be discharged to the ground as a result of the project.
c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any
(include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this waterflow into other waters? If
so, describe.
During construction, surface runoff may result from project grading and exposed soils.
Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control Plans will be prepared for the project to protect
downstream storm conveyance systems, and the construction contractor will be required
to prepare and to implement a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan to address
construction surface runoff.
Runoff from the completed project site could originate from the paved walkways or the
landscaped areas. The plaza was designed as part of the larger PAEC site plan. The plaza
is served by a separate stormwater system that provides flow control and water quality
for the PAEC development. Runoff from walkways, stairs, and landscaped areas within
the project site will be captured by a series of trench or slotted drains. Site drainage will
be conveyed to the public storm system within the right-of-way, since onsite infiltration is
not feasible due to site soils (glacial till and fill) and topography. A stormwater design
memorandum will be prepared in accordance with City standards.
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CITY 6F .ter
Federal Way
Department of Community Development
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Ph. 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609
www.cityoffederalwqL.co
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generallydescribe.
During construction, waste materials could result from the flow of stormwater over
graded and cleared areas of the project site, which in turn could result in sediment
entering the stormwater system and eventually flowing into receiving waters.
In the developed condition, waste materials from the site could originate from the paved
walkways or the landscaped areas. Because the project site area is primarily exposed only
to pedestrian use, significant effects on ground and surface water are not anticipated.
Stormwater runoff from these walkways and areas will flow to trench or slotted drains
that will convey drainage to the storm system in the public right-of-way within South
316th Street.
3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so,
describe.
At present, most of the site, located to the north of the existing right-of-way retaining
wall is vacant. This vacant area is developed with an existing paved parking lot that
contains a closed conveyance storm system. This existing conveyance system connects to
the public storm system in S. 316th Street. Surface water from public walks and
landscaped strips within the public right-of-way also flow to this public storm system,
located in S. 316th Street. This drainage pattern will be maintained in the developed
condition. Drainage from the developed site will be conveyed to the public storm system
within South 316th Street.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern
impacts, if any:
In the proposed condition, surface water from the project site will be captured and
conveyed to the public stormwater system as in the existing condition. Therefore, the
existing drainage pattern will be maintained.
4. Plants
a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site:
X deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
X evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
X shrubs:
grass
pasture
crop or grain
Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops.
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
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CITY OF
Federal Way
water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
other types of vegetation
Department of Community Development
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
Ph. 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609
www.cityot'federalway.com
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
Existing street trees and groundcover plants are located along the north side of South
316th Street. Project activities will remove a total of 1,070 square feet of existing
landscaping areas containing 12 trees (6 deciduous and 6 evergreen) as well as
groundcover plantings within the landscape area. The remainder of the site is vacant of
any development and cleared of vegetation.
c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
According to PHS on the Web, there are no threatened or endangered species known to
be on or near the site. The project is located in an urbanized area and is not adjacent to
any natural areas.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation
on the site, ifany:
The site plans call for the installation of trees, shrubs, grass, vines, and groundcover in
landscaping areas on the project site using a plant palette and general design that
complement those at the PAEC. The planting plan combines native and non-native
species; Table 1 lists their numbers and species. The 11,497 square feet of new landscaping
areas represent a net increase of 10,427 square feet. Street trees with grates along South
316th Street will match the City standard.
Table 1-Varieties and Quantities of Plants
Common Name
Botanical Name
Quantity
I Native?
Trees
Downy Serviceberry
Amelancherarborea "Autumn Brilliance"
3
No
Yoshino Cherry
Prunus x yedoensis "Shidare Yoshino"
5
No
Frisia Locust
Robinia Pseudoacacia "Frisia"
15
No
Deciduous Shrubs
Kelseyi Dogwood
Corpus sericea "Kelseyi"
230
Yes
Evergreen Shrubs
Privet Honeysuckle
Lonicera pileata
26
No
Oregon Grape
Mahonia nervosa
145
Yes
Dwarf Pittosporum
Pittosporum Tobira "Wheeler's Dwarf'
92
No
Luykens Laurel
Prunus laurocerasus "Otto Luyken"
117
No
Vines
Crimson Glory Vine
Vitis coignetiae
12
No
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Department of Community Development
33325 8th Avenue South
Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
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Common Name
Botanical Name
Quantity
Native?
Grasses
Blue Oat Grass
Helictothrichon sempervierns "Sapphire"
385
No
Eulalia Grass
Miscanthus sinensis "Morning Light"
57
No
Muhlygrass
Muhlenbergia cappillaris "Regal Mist"
310
No
Ground Covers
Purple Wood Spurge
Euphorbia amygdaloides robbiae
218
No
Beach Strawberry
Fragaria chloensis
64
Yes
Creeping Lily Turf
Liriope spicata
403
No
Mondo Grass
Ophiopogon
358
No
e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site.
No noxious weeds or invasive species are known to be on or near the project site. The
King County Noxious Weeds online map shows that the closest known noxious weed is
tansy ragwort (Senecio jacobaea), located approximately a half mile northeast at Steel Lake
Park and a half mile south at the golf course of the Belmor Park Golf and Country Club.
5. Animals
a. List any birds and other animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be
on or near the site. Examples include:
X birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: common pigeon
X mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: squirrels
_fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other:
b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site.
The project is located within an urbanized area and is not adjacent to any natural areas.
According to PHS on the Web, no threatened or endangered species are known to be on
or near the site.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? Ifso, explain.
No.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
As part of the project, 12 trees at the bottom of the existing retaining wall will be
removed. These trees may serve, but have not been confirmed to serve, as habitat for
songbirds and mammals, such as squirrels, that are adapted to urban environments.
According to the planting plan, 23 trees will be placed within the planter areas of the
project and these will replace habitat within the project boundaries for these animals.
e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site.
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Based on the project's urban setting, it is unlikely that invasive animal species exist on or
near the site.
6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the
completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing,
etc.
Electricity will be used to power street lighting at the site, and will be connected to the
local utilities (Puget Sound Energy).
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so,
generally describe.
No.
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal? List other
proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any:
The Planned Action SEIS states that impacts to utilities will be mitigated by ensuring that
all new development complies with local, state, and federal standards for energy
conservation. Proposed lighting will use LED bulbs to reduce electricity use.
7. Environmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire
and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so,
describe.
There would be no added risk for environmental health hazards as a result of the project.
1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site frompresent or past uses.
According to Ecology's Toxics Cleanup Program Web Reporting, neither the project
site nor adjacent areas are listed on the Confirmed and Suspected Contaminated Sites
List. Therefore, no contamination is known or suspected at the site.
2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and
design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located
within the project area and in the vicinity.
There are no known existing hazardous conditions that will impact project
development or design.
3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during
the project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating life of the
project.
During construction, equipment will be staged on the site. The contractor will be
required to address construction equipment staging areas in the Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan, to be prepared by the construction contractor. This Stormwater
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Pollution Prevention Plan will follow best management practices recommendations in
accordance with the Washington State Department of Ecology requirements.
4) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
No special emergency services would be required.
5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, ifany:
No additional environmental health hazards are anticipated as a result of this project;
therefore, no measures to reduce or control potential environmental health hazards
have been proposed.
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic,
equipment, operation, other)?
There are no known types of noise that would affect the project. The proposed project
will be located in the City Center area, where ongoing development activities (and
associated noise, such as equipment and traffic) can be expected.
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term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate
what hours noise would come from thesite.
The only noise created by the proposed project will occur during the construction
phase, and will consist of typical construction noise. Construction hours will be
limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and between 9:00
a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, unless an exception is requested and is granted by the
City (Federal Way Municipal Code (FWMC) 19.105.040). In the long term, very little to
no noise is expected consistent with the project's use as a pedestrian facility.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
The EIS and SEIS identify no applicable noise mitigation strategies, and note no
significant unavoidable impacts. Construction vehicles and activities will comply with
the maximum environmental noise levels established pursuant to the Noise Control
Act of 1974, Chapter 70.107 RCW (adopted by reference by the City) and construction
will occur within City -mandated construction hours unless an exception is granted by
the City. The area is predominantly commercial and, therefore, residences will not be
impacted by what construction noise occurs. No noise mitigation is required because
of the project's long-term use as a pedestrian facility.
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal
affect current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe.
Existing conditions at the project site are shown on Sheets 4 and 5 of the plan set.
Adjacent uses include the PAEC to the north, South 316th Street and Town Square Park to
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the south, and a vacant property to the northeast that is slated for development under the
City's Planned Action. The proposed Grand Staircase project is part of the City's
redevelopment plans for the City Center subarea, and will not adversely impact nearby or
adjacent properties. The proposal will contribute to the City's vision as expressed under
the Planned Action.
b. Has the project site been used as workingfarmlands or workingforest lands? Ifso,
describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will
be converted to other uses as a result of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not
been designated, how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted
to nonfarm or nonforest use?
No agricultural or forest lands will be impacted by the proposed project. The project site
is located within a historically urban area. Aerial photography from 1990 shows that the
site and adjacent properties have been developed with buildings and parking lots for at
least 27 years.
1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land
normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of
pesticides, tilling, and harvesting? Ifso, how:
There are no working farm or forest lands in the surrounding areas, and the proposed
project will have no impacts on any agricultural operations.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
The City's code defines structures as "a combination or arrangement of material for use,
occupancy, or ornamentation, whether installed on, above, or below the surface of land or
water." Structures within the project site include the public sidewalk, retaining wall, road,
curb, gutter, fencing, stairs and landing, planter boxes, stormwater lines, and stormwater
structures.
d. Will any structures be demolished? Ifso, what?
All of the structures listed in subsection (c) above will be demolished. Please see Sheets 9
and 10 of the plan set (the temporary erosion sediment control and demolition plans) for
further detail.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
The subject site is located within the right of way of South 316th Street and is not zoned.
Parcels to the north of the road are zoned City Center Frame (CF) and parcels to the south
of the road are zoned City Center Core (CC). The property is located within the Planned
Action Area as identified on the "City Center Planned Action Area Map" of Ordinance
No. 16-811. A City Center Planned Action Determination Review Checklist is included
with this submittal.
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of thesite?
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The subject site is located within the right of way of South 316th Street (between Pete von
Reichbauer Way/20th Avenue South and 23rd Avenue South). The City's Transportation
Improvement Plan designated South 316th Street as an arterial.
Parcels to the north of the road are designated City Center Frame (CF) and parcels to the
south of the road are designated City Center Core (CC).
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
The subject site is not located within or adjacent to any areas within shoreline jurisdiction.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? Ifso, spec.
Parts of the property are classified as critical areas by the City and/or County. King
County iMap reports that the area is located within the Upper Tributary Basin (2005
Critical Areas Ordinance [CAO]), and is within a 10-year wellhead protection zone, which
is defined as a critical aquifer recharge area by the City's CAO, Federal Way Revised
Code Section 19.145.450. Groundwater pumped from Lakehaven Utility District wells
originates from three aquifers that underlie the City. The Lakehaven wells are protected
by regulations that designate wellhead protection zones, and the western portion of the
Town Center is located within a i0-year wellhead protection zone.
According to the City's Critically Sensitive Areas map, the site is located within the
Hylebos Creek drainage basin. King County developed a basin plan in 1991 (The Hylebos
Creek and Lower Puget Sound Basin Plan) that contains requirements for drainage design in
the basin; the plan has been adopted by the City by reference in the Federal Way
Municipal Code (FWMC) 14.25.070(4)(I).
In accordance with City and County regulations, the proposed activity will be designed
and constructed in accordance with the King County Surface Water Design Manual, the
Federal Way Addendum to that manual, and the King County Stormwater Pollution
Control Manual.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
The proposal is for a public space, and would not be occupied by residents or employees.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
The subject property is currently vacant, and no persons would be displaced by the
completed project.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
No displacement will result from the proposed project, and therefore no mitigation
measures are included.
1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected
land uses and plans, ifany:
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The proposed Grand Staircase is part of Mosaic Architecture's original design for the
PAEC. The project is part of a larger planning initiative (the City Center Planned Action)
and is therefore compatible with the existing and projected land uses and City plans for
the area. The City Center chapter of the City's Comprehensive Plan recognizes and
promotes development in accordance with the City Center Planned Action. The project
will link the PAEC to planned future developments such as a hotel, and to the Town
Center district's transit, open space, and urban amenities.
m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-
term commercial significance, if any:
No mitigation measures are proposed as there are no anticipated impacts to agricultural
or forest lands.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-
income housing.
No housing is associated with the proposed project.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high-, middle-, or
low-income housing.
No housing will be eliminated by the proposed project.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
No mitigation measures are proposed as there will be no impacts to housing.
10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the
principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
As viewed from South 316th Street, the staircase project will be 23 feet 3 inches at its
highest point. The top of the staircase will be flush with the ground surface to the north
and therefore will not protrude above ground as viewed from the north looking south.
Principal building materials will be concrete for the stairs and ramp with landscape
materials interspersed to contrast with the hardscape areas.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered orobstructed?
The project will be substantially the same height as the existing concrete retaining wall.
Compared with the existing wall, existing views from the south to the north will improve
substantially, and will include landscape areas mixed with hardscape areas and a more
gradual slope transition from South 316th Street to areas north.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any.
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As compared with the stark and imposing retaining wall that now exists, the aesthetics of
this portion of the streetscape will improve substantially through the inclusion of more
landscaping and a more gradual slope.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur?
Lighting at the project site will include four streetlights located along South 316th Street,
and 53 lights located along the staircase itself that will be a combination of in -ground and
overhead lighting to illuminate the staircase at night for safety and aesthetics. Details on
the type of lights proposed may be found on Sheet 46 of the site plans.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
The 2006 Planned Action EIS stated that no significant, unavoidable adverse impacts were
anticipated as part of the City Center redevelopment. The EIS further noted that design
standards, guidelines, and mitigation measures, together with the City's development
regulations, would be adequate mitigation. The proposed lighting will be of a downward
directed variety to prevent glare on South 316th Street and adjacent properties.
c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
Lighting from adjacent land uses may affect the project, but such impacts are not expected
to be negative or significant for the proposed use of the site as a pedestrian facility.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
The 2006 Planned Action EIS notes that light generated by new traffic signals and
streetlights would increase under any type of development. EIS mitigation measures that
apply to the proposed development include using the City's Community Design
Guidelines and review/approval process to monitor aesthetic impacts. The lighting
proposed for the project has been designed to meet the City's Community Design
Guidelines, and the proposal will be reviewed under the City's SEPA and right of way
permit review process.
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
The proposed Grand Staircase will provide some informal recreational opportunities,
such as walking and sitting. The PAEC, located directly to the north, provides
opportunities for attending performing arts and other events throughout the year.
Directly south of the proposed project, across South 316th Street, is Town Square Park,
which is a City -owned park that provides numerous recreational activities and facilities.
The park offers pedestrian pathways, zip lines, a children's play area, a basketball court, a
picnic area, and a seasonal splash park.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
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The proposed Grand Staircase project will not displace any existing recreational uses, and
will be a safe pedestrian connection from the PAEC/Town Center through the staircase to
the recreational facilities at Town Square Park. The sidewalk at South 316th Street (north
side of street) will be temporarily closed during construction and a detour route for
pedestrians will be provided.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities
to be provided by the project or applicant, ifany:
None required as no adverse impacts are anticipated.
13. Historic and Cultural Preservation
a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over 45 years old
listed in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers ? If so, specifically
describe.
There are no listed or eligible buildings, structures, or sites located near the proposed
project, according to the Washington Information System for Architectural &
Archaeological Records Data (WISAARD).
b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation?
This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or
areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at
the site to identify such resources.
There are no known features or evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation according
to WISAARD. The WISAARD predictive model shows that the site is located in a
moderately low -risk area for archaeological resources.
Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on
or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of
archeology and historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc.
There are no known cultural of historic resources on or near the project site; therefore, no
potential impacts are anticipated.
d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance
to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required.
None are required as no known cultural resources are present and no adverse impacts are
anticipated.
14. Transportation
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and
describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any.
Only pedestrians and cyclists will access the site. It is accessed from South 316th Street,
which in turn is accessible from Interstate 5. The site can also be accessed from the PAEC
and its associated parking lot, located north of the project site.
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b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? Ifso, generally
describe. Ifnot, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop?
The site and general area are accessible by public transit. The Federal Way Transit Center
is located less than two blocks (approximately 0.2 mile) southeast of the site, which
provides connections to bus lines run by King County Metro, Pierce Transit, and Sound
Transit.
c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed projector non project proposal
have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate?
The completed project would not eliminate or create any parking spaces. Existing vehicle
parking is available through the PAEC, and across South 316th Street at the Federal Way
Transit Center Park and Ride.
d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle
or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? Ifso, generally describe (indicate
whether public or private).
The project requires improvements to South 316th Street (a public road), including a new
sidewalk, curb, and pedestrian crossing.
e. Will the projector proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity o't) water, rail, or air
transportation? Ifso, generally describe.
No. The project will not use water, rail, or air transportation.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal?
Ifknown, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would
be trucks (such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What data or transportation
models were used to make these estimates?
No vehicular trips are anticipated to be associated with the proposed project. The Grand
Staircase will be accessed by pedestrians. People visiting the PAEC may also visit the
staircase, but the staircase itself is not anticipated to be a destination for vehicular travel.
g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and
forest products on roads or streets in the area? Ifso, generally describe.
No.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
The Planned Action SEIS specifies measures to mitigate transportation -related impacts
associated with the redevelopment of the greater project area. The following mitigation
measure pertain to this project:
• Improve pedestrian and bicycle access to bus routes and transit centers. The proposal
includes a new pedestrian crossing that will improve pedestrian safety when crossing
South 316th Street, which will be necessary to walk from the project location to the
Transit Center (and other destinations).
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The project will improve pedestrian access from the transit center to uses north within the
Town Center district and serve as a mitigating measure for Town Center district
development.
15. Public Services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection,
police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe.
While the Grand Staircase project itself will not result in an increased need, it is part of the
larger City Center redevelopment. The 2006 EIS analyzed the potential impacts of the
larger project, and the EIS notes that all future development will result in an incremental
increase in calls for emergency service and future traffic growth may impact response
time.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
In compliance with the 2006 Planned Action EIS and SEIS, the following mitigation
measures are proposed:
• Coordinate with Federal Way police and fire departments during final design,
construction, and operation of future development under proposed action to ensure
that reliable emergency access is maintained.
• Coordinate with the Federal Way Parks and Recreation Department to identify
opportunities for increased recreational open space for general public use throughout
the project area, and within new development proposals.
• Prevent crime through adherence to environmental design (CPTED) standards. The
proposed site plan addresses the CPTED principles of natural surveillance (the design
of the staircase makes the walkways visible from multiple viewpoints), and
ownership (the location and design of the staircase are integrated with the PAEC).
• Provide emergency service and transit providers with advance notice of construction
schedules and any planned street closures or blockages.
• Avoid or minimize street closures or blockages during construction to avoid impacts
to emergency response times.
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:
e ectric" ral g water refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other:
a liter convei anc
b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and
the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be
needed.
Electricity, which will be provided by Puget Sound Energy, will be used to power street
lighting at the project site, and will be connected to the City grid. The existing utilities at
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the site are adequate to meet the proposed project's needs. In compliance with the
mitigation measures identified in the SEIS and EIS, the project will meet all local, state
and federal standards for energy conservation, and landscaping at the site will be
drought -tolerant, with water conservation measures taken into consideration.
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The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I
understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature:
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECTACTIONS
(IT IS NOT NECESSARY to use this sheet for project actions)
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the
list of the elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent
the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a
greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and
in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage,
or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, ormarine life?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or naturalresources?
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Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated
(or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic
rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime
farmlands?
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or
encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existingplans?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities?
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Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
4b
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements
for the protection of the environment.
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CITY CENTER PLANNED ACTION DETE101INATION
REVIEW CHECKLIST
This checklist is used to determine whether a project is eligible to be considered a Planned
Action exempt from further review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). (Section
One is to be completed by the applicant and Sections Two and Three are completed by the City.)
*A completed SEPA Checklist shall accompany this City Center Planned Action Checklist.*
Project Name: 21stAve S Pedestrian Improvements (S 316th St to S 320th St)
Site Address: Public ROW- 21 st Ave S (S 316th St to S 320th St)
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Parcel No.: n/a (ROW) Property Area Impervious Surface Area
# of buildings on site: 5q. ft.: n/a ROW) Existing: 0.26 acre
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n/a Acres: Proposed: 0.39 acre
# to be retained: n/a
Name/Company: Christine Mullen, PE - City of Federal Way Public Works Dept.
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Mailin Address: 33326 8th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003
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Email: christine.mullen@cityoffL-deralway.com
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Phone:253.835.2723 Relationship to owner: Employee
Name/Company: City of Federal Way
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Mailing Address: 33325 8th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003
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Phone: 253.835.2723 Email: christine.mullen@cityoffederalway.com
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Describe the existing land use: Public ROW
Proposed land use check all that apply):
❑ Retail & Services
❑ Office
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❑ Lodging
❑ Mixed use
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❑ Residential
® Other: Public ROW with sidewalk improvements
Residential (dwellingunits) SF=sin le fa mil
; MF---multi-family
Existing
Proposed
Proposed Density (du/ac)
# SF: n/a
# SF: n/a
SF: n/a
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# MF: n/a
#MF: n/a
MF: n/a
oOffice
square feet)
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Existing: n/a
Proposed: n/a
Retail & Services (square feet)
Existing: n/a
I Proposed: n/a
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Parking Spaces
# Existing:
# Proposed:
Within original ROW- 0 on -street
0 (no on -street parking will be created and the 45
parking spaces; On property that was
spaces within the project area will be removed. The
acquired for the project and is within
property owner of the adjacent property may restripe
limits of proposed improvements - 45
their parking lot to compensate for these eliminated
spaces
parking spaces)
AM Peak Vehicle Trips T
Existing est. trips: 0
Project est. trips: 0 Net new: 0
PM Peak Vehicle Trips
Existin est. trips: 0
Project est. trips: 0 Net new: 0
ource of trips rate: Public ROW- no trips generated
Lsignature:
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Date: --7.2$ 1 to
Section Two: Review Criteria (City to complete)
The city's SEPA responsible official may designate conforming projects as "planned actions"
to RCW 43.21C.440 that meet the following conditions per Ordinance No. 16-811.
-pursuant
Criteria (FWRC 14.15.130[3][d][ii])
Complies (if no, explain on separate
sheet qEd attach)
The project is not otherwise exempt from SEPA.
Yes
❑ No
The proposal is located within the Planned Action Area as
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identified on Exhibit A "City Center Planned Action Area
Q/ Yes
❑ No
Map" of Ordinance No. 16-811.
The project is consistent with the Federal Way
E� Yes
❑ No
Comprehensive Plan.
The project is subsequent or implementing a project which
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has had significant adverse environmental impacts
Q' Yes
❑ No
adequately identified in the Planned Action SEIS.
Proposed land uses are consistent with those described in
1;[/ Yes
❑ No
the planned action SEIS and FWRC 14.15.130(3)(c)(i).
The proposal is consistent with the thresholds identified in
EalYes
❑ No
FWRC 14.15.130(3)(c)(ii) & (iv).
Residential Threshold: 2,400 units
Office Threshold: 400,000 sq. ft.
Lodging Threshold: 600 rooms
Retail Threshold: 475,000 s . ft.
AM Peak Vehicle Trips Threshold: 3,617
PM Peak Vehicle Trips Threshold: 6,792
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*For remaining capacity see attached spreadsheet.
The project's adverse impacts are able to be mitigated
through the application of mitigation measures detailed in
Exhibit B, "Planned Action Mitigation Document," of
[7/ Yes
❑ No
Ordinance No. 16-811, as well as other applicable city,
county, state, and federal requirements and conditions.
The proposed project complies with all applicable local,
❑/ Yes
❑ No
county, state, and federal regulations.
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The proposal is not an essential public facility (EPF) as
defined in RCW 36.70A.200, unless an EPF is accessory to
Yes
❑ No
or part of a development that is designated a planned action.
Section Three: Planned Action Determination (City to complete)
Requirements
Complies (if no, explain on separate sheet
and attwh)
Application for a Planned Action was made on forms
Yes
❑ No
provided by the city, including a SEPA Checklist.
The application is complete as provided in FWRC
Yes
❑ No
14.10.020.7.
The application is consistent with the criteria of the
Yes
❑ No
Planned Action Ordinance.
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The development application meets all applicable
Yes
❑ No
requirements of the FWRC.
Qualifying Pro'ect
(if no, explain on a separate sheet and attach)
Qualifies as a Planned Action: The application is consistent with the Planned
Action Ordinance and thereby qualifies as a Planned Action project. The
Yes
project shall proceed in accordance with the appropriate permit procedures,
except that no additional SEPA review, threshold determination, or EIS will be
required. Public notice of this determination shall be provided as specified in
FWRC 14.15.060(3).
Does Not Qualify as a Planned Action: The application is not consistent with
the Planned Action Ordinance and does not qualify as a Planned Action project.
❑ No
Additional SEPA Review Required: Projects disqualified as a Planned Action
may use or incorporate relevant elements of the environmental review analysis
in the SEIS prepared for the Planned Action, as well as other environmental
review documents to assist in meeting SEPA requirements. The SEPA Official
may choose to limit the scope of the SEPA review to those issues and
environmental impacts not previously addressed in the SEIS.
SEPA Process Prescribed:
Signature (Director):
Date: � Vl�e_
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Washington State
�. Dopartment of Transportation
Local Agency Environmental
Classification Summary
Federal Aid Project Number: Route:
Date: Intent of Submittal:
CMAQ-
2/20/2015 ❑ Preliminary ® Final ❑Re -Evaluate
Agency: Federal Program Title:
City of Federal Way
® 20.205 ❑Other
Project Title: 211` Avenue 5 Project (S 3160 St to S 3201" St) Pedestrian Improvements
Beginning MP: _
Townshlp(s): 22N
Range(s): 04E
Ending MP: F
Miles: 0.24
Section(s): 9
County: King
Part 1- Project Description
This project will provide a 12' sidewalk on
facilities, and decorative lighting.
the west side of 21" Ave S including streetscaping, curb, gutter, and ADA
Part 2 - Environmental Classification
NEPA SEPA
❑ Class I - Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) ® Categorically exempt per WAC 197-11-800
® Class II -Categorically Excluded (CE) / 1 ❑Determination of Non -Significance (DNS)
CE Tvoe (from 23 CFR 771.1171 �_ l 1
❑Projects Requiring Documentation ❑ Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
(Documented CE) (LAG 24.22) ❑ Adoption
® Programmatic CE MOU ❑ Addendum
❑ Class I - Environmental Assessment (EA) ❑ Supplemental (For information purpose only)
NEPA Approval Signatures
Local Agen. y Approving Authority
Engineer
Highways and Local Programs Environmental Engineer
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Federal Highway Administration
Completed by (Print Official's Name):
Ross Widener
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Date
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Date
Date
�iL�Ilr
Date
Telephone (include area code):
425-503-3629
DOT Form 140-100EF Page 1 of 9
Revised 3/2014
E-mail address:
rwidp,nupprodigy.net
Part 3 - Permits, Approvals & Right of Way (ROW)
Yes
No Permit or Approval
Yes No Permit or Approval
❑
2 Corps of Engineers ❑ Sec. 10 ❑ Sec. 404
L Z Water Rights Permit
❑ Nationwide Type
❑ ®Water Quality Certification — Section 401
❑ Individual Permit No.
Issued by.
❑
® Coast Guard Permit
❑ ® Tribal Permit(s) (if any) _
❑
® Coastal Zone Management Certification
❑ ® Other Permits (List) i
❑
®Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) Permit
® ❑ ROW acquisition required? If yes, amount
❑
®Forest Practices Act Permit
needed: fi 850 SF
❑
® Hydraulic Project Approval
❑ ® Is relocation required?
❑
® Local Building or Site Development Permits
❑ ® Has ROW already been acquired for this project? If
❑
® Local Clearing and Grading Permit
yes, attach responses to Appendix N in the ECS Guidebook.
❑
® National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
❑ ® Has an offer been made or have negotiations begun
(NPDES) Baseline General for Construction
to acquire ROW for this project? If yes, attach responses to
❑
® Shoreline Permit
Appendix N in the ECS Guidebook.
❑
® State Waste Discharge Permit
❑ ® Is a detour required? If yes, please attach detour
❑
®TESC Plans Completed
information.
Part 4 - Environmental Considerations
Will the project Involve work In or affect any of the following? Identify proposed mitigation.
Attach additional pages or supplemental information if necessary.
1. Air Quality - Identify any anticipated air quality issues.
Is the project included in the Metropolitan Transportation Plan? ® Yes ❑ No
If Yes, date Metropolitan Transportation Plan was adopted _1/9/2015
Is the project located in an Air Quality Non -Attainment Area or Maintenance Area for carbon monoxide,
ozone or PM 10? ® Yes ❑ No
Is the project exempt from Air Quality conformity requirements? ® Yes ❑ No
If Yes, identify exemption — please refer to Appendix H in the ECS Guidebook for a list of exemptions.
40 CFR 93.126, Lighting improvements; bicycle and pedestrian facilities
2. Critical/Sensitive Areas — Identify any known Critical or Sensitive Areas as designated by local Growth
Management Act ordinances.
a. Is this project within: an aquifer recharge area ❑ Yes ® No
a wellhead protection area ❑ Yes ® No
a sole source aquifer ❑ Yes ® No
If located within a sole source aquifer, is the project exempt from EPA approval?
If Yes, please list exemption:
If No, date of EPA approval:
b. Is this project located in a Geologically Hazardous Area? ❑ Yes ® No If yes, please describe:
c. Will this project impact Species/Habitat other than ESA listed species? ❑ Yes ® No Explain your answer.
The project is located in a heavily developed urban area that does not provide suitable habitat for sensitive
species. There are no waterbodies within or adjacent to project limits.
Is this project within Bald Eagle nesting territories, winter concentration areas or communal roosts? ❑ Yes ® No
Will blasting, pile driving, concrete saw cutting, rock drilling or rock scaling activities occur within one mile of a Bald
Eagle nesting area? ❑ Yes ® No
DOT Form 140-100EF Page 2 of 9
Revised 3/2014
Part 4- Environmental Considerations (continued)
Are wetlands present within the project area? ❑
Please attach a copy of the proposed mitigation plan.
Cultural Resources/Historic Structures — Identify any historic, archaeological or cultural resources present within the
project's Area of Potential Effects.
Does the project fit Into any of the exempt types of projects listed in Appendix C of the ECS Guidebook?
® Yes ❑ No If Yes, note exemptions below.
A-16: New installation, or replacement of cameras, lighting signs, signals, and other traffic control devices,
guardrails, barriers, and informational signage/kiosks, provided the associated ground disturbance is within
the demonstrated vertical and horizontal limits of previous construction or disturbance.
A-17: Construction of turning lanes and pockets, auxiliary lanes (e.g. truck climbing, acceleration and
deceleration lanes), sidewalks, and shoulder widening within the demonstrated vertical and horizontal
limits of previous construction or disturbance.
Date of Tribal consultation(s) (if applicable). -
Adverse effects on cultural/historic resources? ❑
if Yes, date of approved Section 106 MOA:
Is the project located in a 100-yearfloodplain?
If Yes, is the project located within a 100-year floodway?
Will the project impact a 100-year floodplain?
Hazardous and Problem Waste — Identify potentlal sources and type(s).
Does the project require excavation below the existing ground surface?
Is this site located in an undeveloped area (i.e. no buildings, parking or storage areas or agriculture (other than grazing)
based on historic research? ❑ Yes ® No
Is the project located within a one -mile radius of a site on a Confirmed or Suspected Contaminated Sites List (CSCSL)
maintained by the Department of Ecology? ® Yes ❑ No
Is this project located within a''/: -mile radius of a site or sites listed on any of the following Department of Ecology
databases? ® Yes ❑ No If Yes, check the appropriate boxes below.
® Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP)
® Underground Storage Tank (UST)
® Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST)
Has site reconnaissance (windshield survey) been performed? ® Yes ❑ No
If so identify any properties not identified in the database search that may affect the project (name, address and property
No properties were identified that are not on Ecology's database.
Based on the information above and project specific activities, is there a potential for the project to generate
contaminated soils or groundwater? ❑ Yes ® No
The project involves minimal ground disturbance and is not anticipated to encounter any contaminated
media.
f you responded Yes to any of the above questions, contact your Region LPE for assistance before continuing with this form.
DOT Form 140-100EF Page 3 of 9
Revised 3/2014
Part 4 - Environmental Considerations (continued)
6. Noise
Does the project involve constructing a new roadway? ❑ Yes ® No
Is there a change in the vertical or horizontal alignment of the existing roadway? ❑ Yes ® No
Does the project increase the number of through traffic lanes on an existing roadway? ❑ Yes ® No
Is there a change in the topography? ❑ Yes ® No
Are there auxiliary lanes extending 1-Y. miles or longer being constructed as part of this project? ❑ Yes ® No
If you answered Yes to any of the preceding questions, identify and describe any potential noise receptors within the
project area and subsequent impacts to those noise receptors. Please attach a copy of the noise analysis if required.
If impacts are identified, describe proposed mitigation measures.
7. Parks, Recreation Areas, Wildlife Refuges, Historic Properties, Wild and Scenic Rivers, Scenic Byways and
4(f)/6(f) resources
a. Please Identify any 4(f) properties within the project limits and the areas of impacts.
There are no 4(f) properties within the project's immediate area of impacts. There is a newly
constructed Town Square Park located adjacent to and west of the northern half of project limits.
However, all work for the sidewalk will be within current right-of-way and no park property will be
acquired. There will be no impact to park access or use during or as a result of construction.
b. Please identify any 6(f) properties within the project limits and areas of impacts.
None
c. Please list any Wild and Scenic Rivers and Scenic Byways within the project limits.
None
8. Resource Lands —identify any of the following resource lands within 300 feet of the project limits and those
otherwise impacted by the project.
a. Agricultural lands ❑ Yes ® No If Yes, please describe all impacts.
If present, is the resource considered to be unique and prime farmland? ❑ Yes ❑
If Yes, date of project review by Natural Resource Conservation Service-(NRCS):
b. Forest/Timber ❑ Yes ® No If Yes, please describe all impacts.
c. Mineral ❑ Yes ® No If Yes, please describe all impacts.
DOT Form 140-300EF Page 4 of 9
Revised 3/2014
No
Part 4 - Environmental Considerations (continued)
9. Rivers, Streams (continuous or intermittent) or Tidal Waters
a. Identify all waterbodies within 300 feet of the project limits orthat will otherwise be impacted.
Fisheries WA Stream No.: _ _ Ecology 303d Report No,: N/A
(if known) Reason for 303d Listing: N/A
Date of Report: _NIA
Waterbody common name: N A
b. Identify stream crossing structures by type. —
c. Water Resource Inventory Area (WRIA) No. and name: WRIA 10—Puyallup/White
10. Tribal Lands — Identify whether the project will impact any Tribal lands, including reservation, trust and fee lands.
None
11. Visual Quality
Will the project impact roadside classification or visual aspects such as aesthetics, light, glare or night sky?
❑ Yes ® No If Yes, please describe all Impacts.
12. Water Quality/Stormwater
Has the NPDES municipal general permit been issued for this WRIA? ® Yes ❑ No
Amount of existing impervious surface within the project limits: _0.26 acre
Net new impervious surface to be created as a result of this project: 0.13 acre
Will this project's proposed Stormwater treatment facility be consistent with the guidelines provided by either
WSDOT's HRM, DOE's western Washington Stormwater manual or a local agency equivalent manual? ® Yes ❑ No
If No, explain proposed water quality/quantity treatment for the new and any existing impervious surface associated
with the proposed project.
DOT Form 140-100EF Page 5 of 9
Revised 3/2014
Part 4 - Environmental Considerations (continued)
13. Commitments
a. Environmental Commitments
• Describe existing environmental commitments that may affect or be affected by the project — if any.
None
b. Long -Term Maintenance Commitments
• Identify the agency and/or department responsible for implementing maintenance commitments associated
with this project.
The City of Federal Way will maintain right-of-way within the project area
14. Environmental Justice
Does the project meet any of the exemptions noted In Appendix F of the ECS Guidebook? 9 Yes M No
If Yes, please note the exemption and appropriate justification in the space below. Findings should be confirmed
using at least two information sources. Please refer to the ECS Guidebook for more information.
2) New'irtstailation,,,Mplacement or repair of lighting signsrand other traffic control
devices, informational sign eag /kiosks, -air � t furniture within existing right-of-way limits.
6) Construction of turning lanes and.potkets, auxiliary-iaq�(for example, truck climbing,
acceleration and deceler tio�nes), sidewalks and shouider'wide ing within existing right-of-
waylimits. ��
If No, are minority or low-income populations located within the limits of the project's potential impacts?
L Yes ❑ No If No, attach appropriate data to support findings. If Yes, describe impacts and attach
appropriate supporting documentation.
Part 5 - Biological Assessments and EFH Evaluations
1. Do any listed species potentially occur In the project's action area and/or is any designated critical habitat present
within the prDJW's action area? ❑ Yes ® No Please attach species listings.
2. Will any construction
3.Does the project involve blasting, pile
Affected ESA Listed Species
work occur within 0.5
driving, concrete sawing, rock -drilling or
mile of any of the
rock -scaling activity within one mile of any
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following?
of the following?
Spotted Owl management areas, designated
Yes No
0 Yes No
critical habitat or suitable habitat?
Marbled Murrelet nest or occupied stand,
Yes ® No
Yes Q� No
designated critical habitat or suitable habitat?
Western Snowy Plover designated critical
LJ Yes No
LJ Yes No
habitat?
Is the project within 0.5 mile of marine
❑ Yes ER No
Yes Z No
waters? If Yes explain potential effects on
Killer whales and Steller's Sea Lion, and on
Marbled Murrelet foraging areas.
Killer Whale designated critical habitat?
El Yes Z No
Yes Z No
Grizzly Bear suitable habitat?
U Yes U No
U Yes No
DOT Form 140-SOOEF Page 6 of 9
Revised 3/2014
Part 5 - Biological
Assessment and EFH Evaluations (continued)
Gray Wolf potentially suitable habitat?
i LJ Yes M No
❑ Yes No
Canada Lynx habitat?
LJ Yes U No
Yes No
Columbia White-tailed Deer suitable habitat?
r Yes M No
Yes No
Woodland Caribou habitat?
Yes No
Yes No
Streaked Horned Lark proposed critical
❑ Yes No
❑ Yes No
habitat or suitable habitat?
Taylor's Checkerspot proposed critical habitat
Yes 2 No
El Yes 0 No
or suitable habitat?
Mazama Pocket Gopher potentially suitable
❑ Yes ® No
Yes ® No
habitat?
Eulachon proposed critical habitat or suitable
Yes tQ No
LJ Yes 0 No
habitat?
Rockfish proposed critical habitat or suitable
El Yes 0 No
U Yes M No
habitat??
❑Yes ® No
Yes No
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A mature coniferous or mixed forest stand?
4. Will the project involve any in -water work?
❑ Yes ® No
5. Will any construction work occur within 300 feet of any perennial or intermittent
❑ Yes ® No
waterbody that either supports or drains to waterbody supporting listed fish?
6. Will any construction work occur within 300 feet of any wetland, pond or lake that
❑ Yes ® No
is connected to any permanent or intermittent waterbody?
7. Does the action have the potential to directly or indirectly impact designated critical
❑ Yes ® No
habitat for salmonids (including adjacent riparian zones)?
8. WIII the project discharge treated or untreated stormwater runoff or utilize water
❑ Yes ® No
from a waterbody that supports or drains into a listed -fish supporting waterbody?
9. WIII construction occur outside the existing pavement? If Yes go to 9a.
❑ Yes ® No
9a. Will construction activities occurring outside the existing pavement involve clearing,
❑ Yes ® No
grading, filling or modification of vegetation or tree -cutting?
10, Are there any Federally listed Threatened or Endangered plant species located within
❑ Yes ® No
the project limits? If Yes, please attach a list of these plant species within the action area.
11. Does a mature coniferous or mixed forest stand occur within 200' of the project site?
❑ Yes ® No
Effect Determinations for ESA and EFH
If each of the questions in the preceding section resulted in a "No" response or If any of the questions were checked "Yes," but
adequate justification can be provided to support a "no effect" determination, then check "No Effect" below. If this checklist
cannot be used for Section 7 compliance (i.e., adequate justification cannot be provided or a "may effect" determination is
anticipated), a separate biological assessment document is required.
F5 USFWS EFH Determination
rN
t! ® No Effect 17'/ No Adverse Effect
❑ NLTAA - Date of Concurrence ❑ Adverse Effect —Date of NMFS's
❑ LTAA — Date BO Issued concurrence
❑ RRMP 4(d)
DOT Form 140-100EF Page 7 of 9
Revised 3/2014
Analysis for No Effects Determination — If there are any Yes answers to questions in Part 5, additional analysis
is required. Please attach additional sheets if needed.
There is no suitable habitat within or near the project vicinity. The project is in the middle of an urbanized
downtown area with land usage of commercial and institutional use. There are no waterbodies within or near the
vicinity. The project will be conducted in the dry season and utilize appropriate sediment/erosion control BMPs if
necessary.
Analysis for RRMP ESA 4(d) determination for NMFS
■ Maintenance Category (check all that apply)
❑ 1. Roadway Surface ❑ 2, Enclosed Drainage Systems
Systems
❑ 4, Open Drainage Systems ❑ S. Watercourses and Streams
❑ 7. Gravel Shoulders ❑ 8. Street Surface Cleaning
❑ 10. Snow and Ice control ❑ 11. Emergency Slide/Washout Repair
❑ 13. Sewer Systems ❑ 14. Water Systems
• Describe how the project fits In the RRMP 4(d) Program:
DOT Form 140-300EF Page 8 of 9
Revised 3/2014
❑ 3. Cleaning Enclosed Drainage
❑ 6. Stream crossings
❑ 9. Bridge Maintenance
❑ 12, Concrete
❑ 15. Vegetation