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24-100689-SE - SEPA Checklist -02.22.24Community Development Department 33325 81h Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalwa,v.com 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 Nonproiect 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. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 1 of 16 Community Development Department 33325 8'h Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cifyoffederalwu.com A. Background Find help answering background questions 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Dash Point Palisades 2. Name of applicant: JKM Holdings, LLC. 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: PO Box 188 Puyallup, WA 98371 Contact: Geoff Sherwin P.E.; Phone: 253-312-5780 4. Date checklist prepared: 01-15=24 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Federal Way 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Fall of 2024; No phasing is proposed. 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. None know at this time. 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Critical areas report; Geotchnical report; Smelter Plume Assessment report; Forest Practices applications. 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. None known. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 2 of 16 CITY OFFederal Way Community Development Department 33325 81h Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cit:yoffe,deralwa.com 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Subdivision, site disturbance, right-of-way, utilities, stormwater, forest practices, right-of-way modification, traffic concurrency, etc. 11. Give a 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 project proposes the development of thirteen (13) single family residential lots averaging —9,600 SF; public sewer/water, a new internal road with improvements and half street frontage improvements along SW 316th Place. 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. 5101 SW 316th Place, Federal Way, WA 98023; Parcel Numbers 1021039016, 1021039001 & 1021039040; SE1/4, Sec 10, Twn 21 N, Rng 3 WM. B. Environmental Elements . Earth Find help answering earth questions a. General description of the site: The site contains one SFR adjacent to SW 316th Place (which will be removed) and is generally flat to rolling with a number of trees. There is an existing driveway serving nieghboring property to the south along the northern most side of the site. Circle or highlight one: Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: flat / rolling SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197.11-960) January 2023 Page 3 of 16 Community Development Department 33325 811 Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityof.federalwgy.com b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Approximately 39% (est.) (8-15% NRCS) 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. Alderwood gravelly sandy loam (AgC) d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. None known. e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. Cut and fill quantities_include both on -site and frontage improvements: Cut = 14,500 CY; Fill = 21,500 CY. The fill source will be from a City of Federal Way approved distributor. f. Could erosion occur because of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Temporary erosion BMP's will be installed for implementation and maintenance of City of Federal Way approved BMPs for erosion prevention. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Impervious Surfaces Onsite: Houses (13 Lots 4K SF/EA) _ —1.2 AC —30.1 %; Roads, driveway approaches & sidewalks = —22.3% h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any. A temporary erosion & sedimentation control plan will be designed in accordance with City standards & implemented during the construction phase to control site erosion impacts. 2. Air Find help answering air questions 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 emissions related to construction activities during plat development. Following plat completion, typical emissions related to the development of 13 single family residences. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 4 of 16 CITY OF Community Development Department 33325 8e1 Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.citvoffederalway.com b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. None known. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any. Dust control measures during construction may include water trucks as needed. No other measures are currently proposed. 3. Waterfind help answering water questions a. Surface Water: Find help answering surface water questions 1. Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. None known. 2... WilI the project require any work over,'ih; or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. 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. Not applicable. 4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give a general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. None known. 5. Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. The project site is not located within a 100 year floodplain. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 5 of 16 CITY OF Community Development Department 33325 Sri' Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalwa.com 6. Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. No waste materials discharges are proposed. b. Ground Water: Find help answering ground water questions 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 a general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. None proposed. 2. Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (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 are proposed to be discharged to the ground; sanitary sewer main will be installed to serve all lots. a) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. Stormwater generated by new impervious & disturbed pervious surfaces will be collected & treated as required by the City and current DOE stormwater requirements. b) , Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. No; none anticipated. c) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. All stormwater from the impervious and pervious surfaces will be infiltrated onsite to the native soils below where stormwater will then continue on their natural drainage course. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197.11-960) January 2023 Page 6 of 16 CITY or. Federal Way Community Development Department 33325 811 Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com d) Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any. A storm drainage & TESC plan will be provided meeting City & DOE requirements. 4. lams Find help answering plants questions a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: 0 deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other D evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other 0 shrubs El grass Q pasture Q crop or grain ❑ orchards, vineyards, or other permanent crops. 0 wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other Q water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other ❑ other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Grass, shrubs, and trees will be removed. c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any. The tree retention & landscaping plans address trees to be retained and removed. e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. None known. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197.11.960) January 2023 Page 7 of 16 CtTY ofFederal Waif Community Development Department 33325 811 Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.citvoffederatwU.com . Animals Find help answering animal questions a. List any birds and other animals that have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. Trees identified in the Tree Retention Plan are proposed to be retained. Examples include: • Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: • Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: • Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. None known. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any. None proposed. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. None known. a Energy and Natk.Aral ResourceSFind help answering energy and natural resource questions 1. 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. Typical SFR energy sources; electric or gas (if avaliable) for heating & cooking, 2. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. None known. 3. 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. None are proposed with the development of this plat. Energy conservation will be addressed at the time of individual lot construction. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 8 of 16 Community Development Department 33325 81' Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www. cityffederalway. eom 7. Environmental Health Find help with answering environmental health questions a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur because of this proposal? If so, describe, None known. 1. Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. None known. 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. None known. 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.- -- Project development and construction equipment that use fossil fuels will be used on site. 4. Describe special emergency services that might be required. None anticipated. S. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any. Project construction equipment will be maintained and operated in a workmanlike manner. b. Noise 1. What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Minor noise associated with residential traffic and typical residential occupancy noises, 2. What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site)? Short term: Noise associated with subdivision infrastructure development. Long term: Typical noise associated with single family residential development. 3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any. Comply with City limitations regarding construction hours of operation. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11.960) January 2023 Page 9 of 16 CITY OF 401;: ... Community Development Department 33325 81h Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cil:voffederalwgy.com . Land and Shoreline Use Find help answering land and shoreline use questions 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. The project site has 1 SFR, Adjacent property uses include SFRs and multifamily units. b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses because 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? Not known. 1. Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and harvesting? If so, how? No affect anticipated. c. Describe any structures on the site. The site contains a single family residence. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Yes; the single family residence and any ancillary structures. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? RS9.6 f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Single Family, High Density g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Not applicable. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 10 of 16 Community Development Department 33325 811 Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-83.5-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalwU.com h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. None identified; see the 9-5-23 Ecological Land Service Critical Areas Determination. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? 2.71 Ave-person/household X 13 = —35.23 People j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? None, with the replacement of the existing home. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any. None proposed. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any. City review for project compliance. m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any. None proposed. 9. Housing Find help answering housing questions a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low- income housing. 13 middle income housing units. b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. No units will be eliminated with the replacement of the existing SFR. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any. None proposed. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 11 of 16 Community Development Department 33325 Bch Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityo:[�edet-alway.com 10. Aesthetic=s Find help answering aesthetics questions a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? Homes will be a maximum of 30 feet; exteriors will likely be primarily wood products. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? None known. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any. New street trees will be planted; existing trees will be retained as indicated on the tree retention plan; and typical landscaping within residential lot areas. 11. Light and, Glare Find help answering light and glare questions a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Night-time light will be typical in nature to other single-family residential developments. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? None known. c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? None known. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any. No measures are currently being proposed. . Recreation Find help answering recreation questions a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? Palisades Park is located approximatly 400 feet northeast of the project. b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. None known. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any. The Applicant is proposing a fee -in -lieu payment in order to meet the City's park system rani iiramanfc SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 12 of 16 m. CITY OF gr..,. re r Community Development Department 33325 811' Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalwL 13. Historic and Cultural Preservation Find help answering historic and cultural preservation questions 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. None known. b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of.lndian 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. None known. c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of archeology and historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc. City mapping and King County GIS mapping reviewed. 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. If resources are encountered, work will stop & the City, State & tribes will be 14. Transportat!0,11 Find help with answering transportation questions a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. The site is currently and all 13 lots will be served by SW 316th Place. b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? No; bus stop is —1 mile away, west of the intersection of 47th Ave SW and SW 320th St. c. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle, or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). A new interior road section and frontage improvements along SW 316th Place. d. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. None known. n SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 13 of 16 9 CITY OF Federal Wait Community Development Department 33325 811 Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffecleralway.com e. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? —124 ADT are anticipated per ITE Code 210 (13 units X 9.57 ADT/Unit); peak hour volumes are unknown. f. Will the proposal interfere with, affect, or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. None known. g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any. The development of frontage improvements along SW 316th Place. 15. Public ServiceS., Find help answering public service questions 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. Additional public services are not anticipated beyond typical residential development needs. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. All applicable connection, service and impacts fees will be paid. 16. Utfli ie S Find help answering utilities questions a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other: The site is served by electricity, gas, water, refuse service, telephone & sanitary sewer 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. Sewer: Lakehaven; Water: Tacoma Water; Power & Gas: PSE; Phone & Cable: Comcast/Century Link SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197.11-960) January 2023 Page 14 of 16 ALI CITY of Federal Way Community Development Department 33325 81h Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www. citvoffederalway.com C. Signature Find help about who should sign 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. X Type name of signee: Scott Clark Position and agency/organization: Planner/Larson and Assoc. Date submitted: D. Supplemental sheet for nonproject actions Find help for the nonproject actions worksheet IT IS NOT REQUIRED to use this section 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; pro- duction, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? Not applicable. • Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are: Not applicable. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 15 of 16 Community Development Department 33325 8111 Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalwa 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? Not applicable. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: Not applicable. 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? Not applicable. • Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: Not applicable. 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? Not applicable. Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: Not applicable. 5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? Not applicable. • Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: Not applicable. 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? Not applicable. • Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are: Not applicable. 7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. Not applicable. SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 16 of 16