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18-105207-UPCITY OF r Federal Way Centered on Opportunity June 20, 2019 Mr. Doug E. Stokes Westhill Pointe LLC 6122 Isaac Avenue SE, Unit C Auburn, WA 98092 CITY HALL 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 (253) 835-7000 www.cityoffederalway.com FILE Jim Ferrell, Mayor Re: File #18-105207-UP; LAND USE PROCESS I APPROVAL Westhill Pointe Residential Accessory Storage Shed, 31250 28th Avenue South, Federal Way Dear Mr. Stokes: The City of Federal Way's Community Development Department has completed administrative review of the proposed residential detached accessory storage shed building and site improvements. The Process I land use application submitted on September 19, 2018, is hereby approved. The proposal meets site plan and applicable community design guideline criteria set forth in Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) 19.55.020 as found in the enclosed "Exhibit A - Findings for Process I Site Plan Approval" and incorporated into this decision by reference. The remainder of this letter outlines the zoning and development review process required for this proposal and a summary of appeal procedures. REQUIRED REVIEW PROCESS The proposed residential accessory storage building is subject to review for improvements and additions to developed sites as set forth in FWRC 19.15.030 and is subject to Process I Site Plan Review in accordance with FWRC 19.55.050, The proposal does not exceed the city -adopted flexible thresholds set forth in FWRC 14.15.030(c) and therefore is exempt from review under the State Environmental Policy Act. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 1. The project as designed creates less than 5,000 square feet of new plus replaced impervious area and for this reason, a flow control facility and water quality treatment are not anticipated. Targeted drainage review, as defined in the 2016 King County Surface Water Design Manual, and stamped by a civil engineer, is required. 2. This structure is not to be used for habitation, business, industrial, or commercial uses, including but not limited to, contractor shops and yards, commercial self -storage, commercial kennels, etc., unless a change of use permit approval is obtained from the City of Federal Way Community Development Department. 3. Community design elements including the pedestrian plaza, pedestrian walkways, and building canopy shall be installed and inspected by the Planning Division prior to or concurrent with final building inspection. Mr. Doug F, StnkPs Page 2 of 2 June 20, 2019 APPROVAL DURATION Unless modified or appealed, the Process I decision is valid for five years from the date of issuance of the decision. Time extensions to the decision may be requested prior to the lapse of approval following the provisions listedin PWRO T9.1-5.140. The improvements must be substantially completed within the five- year time period or the land use decision becomes void. APPEALS The effective date of this decision is June 24, 2019, or three days from the date of this letter. Pursuant to FWRC 19.55.050, any person who received notice of this administrative decision may appeal the decision to the Federal Way Hearing Examiner by July 8, 2019. Any appeal must be in the form of a letter delivered to the Department of Community Development with the established fee. The appeal letter must contain a clear reference to the matter being appealed and a statement of the alleged errors in the Director's decision, including the identification of specific findings and conclusions made by the Director disputed by the person filing. However, as you are the only party of record, you may waive your right to appeal this decision by submitting a written request to do so to the department (this action allows the building permits to be issued prior to the end of the appeal period). CLOSING This land use decision does not waive compliance with future City of Federal Way codes, policies, and standards relating to this development. This Process I approval does not constitute approval of a building permit or authorization to clear and grade the site. If you have any questions regarding this decision, please contact Associate Planner Natalie Kamieniecki at 253-835-2638, or natalie.kamieniecki@cityoffederalway.co.m. cityoffederalway.com. Sincerely, Brian Davis Community Development Director enc: Exhibit A `Findings for Process I Site Plan Review Approval' Approved Site Plan and Elevations c: Natalie Kamieniecki, Associate Planner Greg Kirk, Building Plans Examiner Sarady Long, Senior Transportation Planning Engineer Ann Dower, Senior Engineering Plans Reviewer Chris Cahan, South King Fire and Rescue 18-105207-00-UP Doc. I.D. 78809 41k CITY OF � Community Development Department Federal Way EXHIBIT A Findings for Process I Directors Approval Westhill Pointe Accessory Storage Shed File #18-105207-UP The Director of Community Development hereby makes the following findings pursuant to content requirements of the Process I written decision as set forth in Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) 19.55.020. These findings are based on review of existing city documents and submitted items by the applicant received . September 19, 2018. 1. Proposal — The applicant proposes to construct a storage shed accessory to the existing two, four-plex multi -family buildings on site. The building is comprised of ten total storage bays one per unit of the four-plex development and two units for maintenance purposes of the subject property 2. Existing Conditions —The subject site is a 2.3 acre parcel developed with two, four-plex multi -family buildings and a single-family dwelling with a detached accessory garage. The site is bordered by a single-family dwelling to the north and apartment town homes to the south. The site is bounded by Interstate 5 to the east. 3. Comprehensive Plan & Zoning Designation —The subject property zoned Residential Multifamily (RM 2.4) and is within the multifamily comprehensive plan designation. The proposed storage shed is considered a residential accessory structure (FWRC 19.265.010) and is a permitted use only as an accessory structure associated with the four-plex development. 4. Review Process — Minor additions and improvements to developed sites are considered those that are less than 25 percent of the gross floor area and are less than 2,000 square feet in new gross floor area. Use types located in the RM 2.4 zone are subject to development review procedures of Process I "Site Plan Review" set forth in FWRC Chapter 19.60. Process II review requires no public notice period and concludes with a written decision issued by the Director of Community Development. Appeals of the Director's decision are conducted by the city's Hearing Examiner. Environmental Review — The proposed improvements are exempt from environmental review. The new building will be less than 12,000 square feet; the improvements are consistent with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) definition of "minor new construction" as set forth in WAC 197- 11-800(2)(e). 6. Height— The height of the structure is below the 30-foot height maximum limitation. 7. Setbacks — The required yard for the proposed use is 20 feet front, 5 feet side, and 5 feet rear setbacks. The structure is required to be outside of any recorded easements. The proposed development meets all required setbacks. Westhill Pointe Accessory Storage Shed 18-105207-UP / Doc ID 78808 Findings for Process I Directors Approval Page 1 of 2 8. Lot Coverage — No maximum lot coverage applies. Instead, the buildable area will be determined by other site development regulations, i.e., required yards, landscaping, surface water facility, etc. 9. Nonconforming Development —As proposed, the project is exempt from the requirements of FWRC 19.30.090(1), to bring all nonconforming aspects of a development into conformance. Additions of less than 2,500 square feet are exempt. 10. Community Design Guidelines — The proposed accessory storage building complies with the provisions of FWRC Chapter 19.115, "Community Design Guidelines" that are applicable to the development as detailed below. a. Building Design — The primary building fagade viable from 28t" Avenue South will include an architectural canopy detail along the entire length of the structure. The canopy shall be of similar color, texture, and building materials as the structure. A pedestrian plaza is provided for the use of the onsite tenants. A walkway is provided from the existing sidewalk adjacent to the four-plex buildings to the accessory storage building. (f) If utilized, chain -link fences visible from public rights -of -way or adjacent properties, and not screened by Type I landscaping as defined in Chapter 19.125 FWRC, shall utilize vinyl' coated mesh, powder -coated poles, dark color(s), and architectural element(s) such as pole caps and/or decorative grid pattern. 11. Transportation — Based on the submitted materials for the construction of a square foot canopy and 1,984 square feet of additional shop space, the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation — 8`" Edition, land use code 942 (Automobile Care Center), and reduced -rate assumption for the proposed and existing uses, the proposed project is estimated to generate no new weekday PM peak hour trips. 12. Stormwater — The project as designed creates less than 5,000 square feet of new plus replaced impervious area, and for this reason a flow control facility and water quality treatment are not anticipated. Targeted drainage review, as defined in the 2016 King County Surface Water Design Manual, and stamped by a civil engineer, is required. 13. Building Permit — Prior to building construction, the applicant must obtain building permit approval. This Use Process I Directors Approval does not grant building permit approval. 14. Decision Criteria — Staff finds the proposal is consistent with applicable site plan approval criteria required for -Process I as set forth in FWRC 19.55.020. The proposal is consistent with the city's comprehensive plan; applicable provisions of FWRC Title 19 "Zoning and Development Code"; public health, safety, and welfare; and streets and utilities in the area are adequate to serve the anticipated demand from the proposal. The proposal is consistent with Community Design Guideline decisional criteria set forth in FWRC Chapter 19.115. Final construction drawings will be reviewed for compliance with specific regulations, conditions of approval, and other applicable city requirements. These findings shall not waive compliance with future City of Federal Way codes, policies, and standards relating to this development. Prepared by: Associate Planner Natalie Kamieniecki Date: March 19, 2019 Westhill Pointe Accessory Storage Shed 18-105207-UP / Doc ID 78808 Findings for Process I Directors Approval Page 2 of 2 WESTHILL POINTE LLC NOV 0 2 2018 CITY OF FEDERAL WAY ` COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (253)709-2974 November 5, 2018 dougs@johniscott.com Doug E Stokes Mailing Address Westhill Pointe LLC 6122 Isaac Ave SE #C 31250 28th Ave S Auburn, Washington Federal Way, Wa 98003 98092 City of Federal Way, Re: Description of our project-Westhill Pointe storage shed -Parcel No. 0921049197 We are proposing to build a stick built building that is 96' wide and 12' deep. This storage solution has been needed for quit some time and requested by our tenants. We have a 1.01 (43,992 SF) acre lot in Federal Way that is zoned RM 2400. We currently have (2) 4-plex's that are 3,000 SF each, 1 shop 500.6 SF and 1 single family house 1,092 SF on site. Total existing buildings equal 7,250.60 & our proposed storage shed is 1,152 SF. Total permeant structures all together comes to 8,402.60 SF which is less than 25% total coverage of our lot. I have spoke with Stacey Welsch Senior planner, Gordon Goodsell from South King Fire & Rescue & Cole Elliott, development Service Manager in Public Works. Per my original & proposed site plan we meet all of the required set backs & plan to not exceed 2,000 SF of pervious surface. Our building is 1,152 SF and gravel will be 848 SF which equals 2,000 SF and we will install grass pavers to create an extension of the drive way that will be 1,752 SF of non -pervious surface (grass/pavers) for access to this building for tenants & fire department. This building will not have power nor plumbing installed. Thank you for your consideration for this storage solution for our tenants and we look forward to working with you on this project. Sincerely yours, Doug E Stokes CITY OF Federal Way Centered on Opportunity January 16, 2019 Mr. Doug E. Stokes Westhill Pointe LLC 6122 Isaac Avenue SE, Unit C Auburn, WA 98092 CITY HALL 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 (253) 835-7000 www.cityoffederalway.com FILE Re: File #18-105207-UP; TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMENT LETTER Westhill Pointe Storage Building, 31250 28th Avenue South, Federal Way Dear Mr. Stokes: Jim Ferrell, Mayor City of Federal Way staff has reviewed your November 2, 2018, submittal of documents related to the Wesdvll Pointe storage building application. City departments have provided the following comments that will need to be addressed prior to approval of your application, or as otherwise noted. Questions regarding the technical review comments should be addressed to the referenced staff representative. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT — PLANNING DIVISION Natalie Kamieniecki, 253-835-2638, natalie.kamieniecki@cityoffederalway.com 1. The site plan is not to scale, and as such, comments from Public Works Development Services cannot be provided until a reviewable site plan is submitted. Please submit a site plan that can be reviewed using an engineers' scale such as 1:20 etc. Please show the Sound Transit easement location on the site plan. If you have questions regarding Sound Transit please contact Sound Transit Liaison Tony Doucette at 253-835- 2716, or tony.doucette @ ci offederalwavv.cvm. 2. Self -storage on its own is not a permitted use in this zone classification. In order to permit a storage building at this site, the building must be an accessory use and clearly secondary to the existing building four-plex use on site. In order to clearly demonstrate this, the building size must be revised to reflect one storage unit per each four-plex unit and one unit for onsite maintenance purposes for the four-plex development. This would be a maximum of nine storage unit bays. A restrictive covenant will need to be recorded on the property prior to occupancy. Please see preliminary affidavit of restrictive covenant. 3. The following design standards (per the Federal Way Revised Code [FWRC]) are deemed applicable to the proposed accessory storage building: • BUILDING DESIGN — ALL ZONING DISTRICTS FWRC 19.115.060 "(2) Building facade modulation and screening options, defined. Except for zero lot line townhouse development and attached dwelling units, all building facades that are both longer than 60 feet and are visible from either a right-of-way or residential use or zone shall incorporate facade treatment according to this section. Subject facades shall incorporate at least two of the four Mr. Duug E. Stokes Page 2 of 3 January 16, 2019 options described herein; except, however, facades that are solidly screened by Type I landscaping, pursuant to Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, may use facade modulation as the sole option under this section. Options used under this section shall be incorporated along the entire length of the facade, in any approved combination. Options used must meet ,the dimensional standards as specified herein; except, however, if more than two are used, dimensional, requirements for each option will be determined on a case -by -case basis; provided, that the gross area of a pedestrian plaza may not be less than the specified minimum of 200 square feet. "(a) Facade modulation. Minimum depth: two feet; minimum width: six feet; maximum width: 60 feet. Alternative methods to shape a building, such as angled or curved facade elements, off -set planes, wing walls and terracing, will be considered; provided, that the intent of this section is met. "(b) Landscape screening. Eight -foot -wide Type II landscape screening along the base of the facade, except Type IV may be used in place of Type II for facades that are comprised of 50 percent or more window area, and around building entrance(s). For building facades that are located adjacent to a property line, some or all of the underlying buffer width required by Chapter 19.125 FWRC, Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping, may be considered in meeting the landscape width requirement of this section. "(c) Canopy or arcade. As a modulation option, canopies or arcades may be used only along facades that are visible from a right-of-way. Minimum length: 50 percent of the length of the facade using this option. "(d) Pedestrian plaza. Size of plaza: Plaza square footage is equal to one percent'of the gross floor area of the building, but it must be a minimum of 200 square feet. The plaza should be clearly visible and accessible from the adjacent right-of-way." • BUILDING AND PEDESTRIAN ORIENTATION — ALL ZONING DISTRICTS FWRC 19.115.070 "(d) Multiple buildings on the same site should incorporate public spaces (formal or informal). These should be integrated by elements such as plazas, walkways, and landscaping along pedestrian pathways, to provide a clear view to destinations, and to create a unified, campus -like development. Please show on the site plan and describe in resubmittal narrative how the development meets this requirement." • SITE DESIGN —ALL ZONING DISTRICTS FWRC 19.115.050 "(2) (b) Vehicle turning movements shall be minimized. Parking aisles without loop access are discouraged. Parking and vehicle circulation areas shall be clearly delineated using directional signage. Please show on the site plan and describe in resubmittal narrative how the development meets this requirement." • SURFACE MATERIALS FWRC 19.130.210 "(3) Grass grid pavers may be used for emergency access areas that are not used in required permanent circulation and parking areas. Please clarify on the site plan and narrative the internal vehicle circulation on site and whether or not vehicles will parking within the storage building or parking beside the storage building on the proposed pavers." 18-105207-00-UP Doc 6D. 7L99 Mr. Doug E. Stokes Page 3 of 3 January 16, 2019 PUBLIC WORKS — DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION Ann Dower, 253-835-2732, ann.dower@cityoffederalway.com 1. Technical review comments cannot be provided until a site plan that is drawn to scale is submitted for review. PUBLIC WORKS — TRAFFIC DIVISION Sarady Long, 253-835-2743, sarady.long@cityoffederalway.com 1. The proposal to add tenant storage will not generate new PM trips and therefore no additional information is required. LAKEHAVEN WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Brian Ashbury, 253-946-5407, basbury@lakehaven.org 1. Lakehaven has no comment on this application/project, as based on the submittal it appears no existing and/or future Lakehaven water/sewer system facilities will be required, desired, or affected by the proposed land use action. If any water or sewer utility conflicts are encountered, the applicant should promptly contact Lakehaven for additional information. CLOSING When resubmitting requested information, please provide two copies of narrative addressing the design standards; two copies of the site plan drawn to scale; and two copies of revised building elevations with the completed resubmittnl form (enclosed). Pursuant to F VRC 19.15.050, if an applicant fails to provide additional information to the city within 180 days of being notiFed that such information is requested, the application shall be deemed null and void and the city shall have no duty to process, review, or issue any decisions with respect to such an application. If you have any questions regarding this letter or your development project, please contact me at 253-835- 2641, or natalie.kamieniecki@cityoffederalway.com. Sincerely, Natalie Kamieniecki Associate Planner enc: Resubmittal Form Bulletin #129 Preliminary Building Use Affidavit Doc. I. D- 78599 18-105207-00-UP CITY OF FEDERAL WAY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE TRANSMITTAL DATE: November 13, 2018 TO: Cole Elliott, Development Services Manager Rick Perez, City Traffic Engineer Brian Asbury, Lakehaven Water & Sewer District Chris Cahan, South King Fire & Rescue FROM: Natalie Kamieniecki, Associate Planner: FOR DRC MTG. ON: Please email comments FILE NUMBER(s): 18-105207-UP RELATED FILE NOS.: None PROJECT NAME: WESTHILL POINTE STORAGE SHED PROJECT ADDRESS: 31250 28TH AVE S ZONING DISTRICT: RM 2400 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Construction of a 96' x 12' tenant storage building. LAND USE PERMITS: Use Process I PROJECT CONTACT: DOUG E STOKES WESTHILL POINTE LLC MATERIALS SUBMITTED., Master Land Use Application Project Narrative Building Elevations Site Plan 41k CITY OF `r Federal Way MASTER LAND USE APPLICATION DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 33325 8`h Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 Ry p FEO>rin i WAY www.c11 offedcralwa .cam CMMUN TY oEVELOPMENT RECEIVED NOV Q 2 2018 A DD7 if' A Tr(1N Nnfel / J ~ I l J D : - (,� Date ��— 1 r - z ) Project Name Westhill Pointe Storage Shed Property Address/Location _ 31250 28th Ave S. Federal Way Wa 98003 Parcel Number(s) 0921049197 Project Description We would like to build a 96' x 12' sorage shed with 12 individual doors that will be occupied by on site residents & owner onlv. Tenants have ben requesting this to solve the tenants storage problem. 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 1V (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 MO O Zoning Designation _Comprehensive Plan Designation Value of Existing Improvements 61 /A' Value of Proposed Improvements International Building Code (IBC): Occupancy Type Construction Type Bulletin #003 — January 1, 2011 Applicant Name: Doug E Stokes dba Westhill Pointe LLC Address: 31250 28th Ave S. City/State: Federal Way, Washington Zip: 98003 Phone: (253)709-2974 Fax: {253)863-4793 Email: dougs@johnlscott.com Signature: Agent (if different than Applicant) Name: Address: City/State: Zip: Phone: Fax: Email: Signature: Owner Name: Address: City/State: Zip: Phone: Fax: Email: Signature: Page 1 of 1 k:\Handouts\Master Land Use Application t �v'ob February 19, 2019 Dear Natalie Kamieniecki Associate Planner Dear Natalie Kamieniecki Associate Planner City Hall 33325 8'h Ave S Federal Way, Wa 98003 Westhill Pointe LLC 6122 Isaac Ave SE #C Auburn, Wa 98092 (253) 709-2974 dougs ff"U§MTE FEB 19 2019 GOMMNrrFEDERAL E/EELOpMENi' Re: File No. #18-105207-UP; Narrative addressing the design standards - Technical Review Commitment Letter Westhill Pointe Storage Building, 31250 28" Ave S, Federal Way Dear Mrs. Kamieniecki Here is everything requested by all of the city departments of Federal Way. 1. Site plan has been updated to scale & to reflect all requested changes including the following; 1:10 scale & location of Sound transit easements & labeled. I am in close contact with Laura Floyd @ Sound Transit (425)616-9001, Acquisition Agent. Laura Floyd & Sound Transit engineers have a copy of our site plan and have no issues with the proximity of our storage building in relation to their fee take & easements being placed on our property. 2. Storage building has been modified to reflect requested changes to the following; (8) individual storage bays for the sole use of the onsite tenants within the (2) 4-plex buildings and (2) storage bays for maintenance purposes of said real property & improvements at this location (total of 10 bays). See new building elevation. Accessory building use affidavit has been filled out & is ready to be signed. 3. Regarding the building design standards, We have elected to incorporate two of the four options c and d that were suggested to us; ( c) We will in stall a canopy that will be run the entire length of the building which will meet the minimum 50 percent requirement. See exhibit A and also the new building elevation. (d ) We also elect to install a pedestrian plaza that will measure 225 SF which meets the minimum 200 square foot requirement & also exceeds the 1% of of gross floor area of our building requirement. The plaza is clearly marked on the new site plan. We will plant grass in this plaza and add a picnic table. 4. Regarding the Building and Pedestrian Orientation, we have added a walk way that is now marked on the new site plan. This pedestrian walk way will be concrete & approximately 145ft in length that will start at the existing sidewalk in front of the laundry room and continue to the new storage building. This pedestrian pathway will meet the requirement to connect the community buildings together safely and to provide a clear view to destinations. 5. Site Design: Vehicle turning movements & parking are not incorporated in this site plan & design. In lieu of allowing tenants to drive down to the storage building by vehicle we are providing a dock cart (see exhibit C) which will be used by tenants to transport & fill up their storage unit. This will meet the site design development requirement as vehicle parking & circulation is not necessary & will not be permitted and will be clearly marked by no parking signs (see exhibit B). 6. Surface Material; For the surface material, we are adding very little gravel which is just the entrance that leads to the new hammerhead turn around for emergency access & the fire department. The hammerhead is 20'xl00' and we are now electing to use pervious surface asphalt in lieu of pavers and grass. I have this clearly marked on the site plan and tenants will not be permitted to access the storage unit by vehicle. The dock cart (see exhibit C) will be provided for tenants to use to transport items to their storage unit and they will access the storage building by the new pedestrian walkway path. 7. Public works —Development Services, We have undated out site plan to reflect a 1:10 scale. Closing I have provided 2 copies of this narrative addressing the design standard necessary changes, 2 copies of the scaled site plan 1:10, 2 copies of the revised building elevations & a 1 copy of the resubmittal form bulletin#129. I have also included 2 copies each of exhibit A,B & C. Thank you for all your time & help on this project. If you have any questions, please contact me anytime. Sincerely, Westhill Pointe LLC Doug E Stokes (253)709-2974 dougs@johnlsoctt.com F ACAaE CAN OF 5C E. 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