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City of Federal Way.
City Council
Land Use/Transportation Committee
June I, 1998
5:30 pm
City I-Iall
Council Chambers
AGENDA
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3.
PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit)
4.
COMMISSION COMMENT
5.
BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Shoreline Master Program Action
B. Code Amendment Request from Roger Action
Hyppa re: 1816 South 340th
C. South 356th RSF Final Acceptance Action
D. SeaTac Phase I (Belmor) Authority to Action
Award Bid
E. Crown Point Storm Sewer Repair Action
30 % Design Approval
Largen/20 min
Moore/lO min
Pratt/5 min
Prattll 0 min
Prattll 0 min
6.
FUTURE MEETING AGENDA ITEMS
School Impact Fees
School District Facility Plan
TIP
South 304th Street and Military Road South
Surface Water Management/Department of Ecology
Ordinance Package
Load Covering Ordinance
Building Fees/1997 UBC Code Adoption
Powell Open Space Current Use Assessment
Open Cut of ROW vs Boring
Comprehensive Plan Update
Non Residential Design Guidelines
Weyerhaeuser Annexation
Adult Entertainment Regulations
Street Tree Replacement
7.
ADJOURN
Committee Members:
Phil Watkins, Chair
Jeanne Burbidge
Mary Gates
City Staff:
Greg Moore, Director, Community Development Services
Sandy Lyle, Administrative Assistant
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City of Federal Way.'.
City Council
Land Use/Transportation Committee
May 4, 1998
5: 15pm
City HaJJ
Council Chambers
SUMMARY
In attendance: Committee members Phil Watkins (Chair), Mary Gates and Jeanne Burbidge; Mayor Ron Gintz; Council
Members Linda Kochmar; Director of Community Development Services Greg Moore; Public Works Director Cary Roe;
Assistant City Attorney Bob Sterbank; Street Systems Manager Ken Miller; Surface Water Manager Jeff Pratt; Traffic Engineer
Rick Perez; SWManagement Project Engineer Marwan Salloum; Administrative Assistant Sandy Lyle.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5: 15pm by Chairman Phil Watkins.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the May 4, 1998, meeting were approved as presented.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment on items not included on the agenda.
4. COMMISSION COMMENT
There was no additional comment from any of the City Commissions.
5. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Star Lake Road Conveyance Improvements/30% Design Ap¡>roval- Mitigation money, $64,163.61, received in 1997
for upstream development storm water impacts to the Star Lake trunk system, was used to initiate the design process on
five projects along the Star Lake trunk conveyance system as identified in the City's Surface Water Capital Facilities
Plan. The proposed drainage improvements will be located along Star Lake Road serving a 403 acre drainage basin of
developed, primarily residential area. The project's purpose is to reduce the frequency of flooding in homes, on
property, and within the right-of-way of Star Lake Road and South 272nd Street. The Committee mls/c
recommendation of approval to the City Council at the June 2, 1998, meeting with authorization to staff to proceed.
Staff will return to the Committee at the 85 % design completion stage.
B. 1998 W ork Pro~ram - Bruce Kreager of Barghausen requested a rezone of a parcel of property near Enchanted Parks in
order to build a convenience store with gas pumps. He wished to pursue preannexation zoning on the property now
zoned R4 by King County. Jody Putman, Federal Way School District, requested a code amendment to allow the
placement of 8' X 20' shipping containers on school property as storage for emergency supplies without the necessity of
going through the permit process. The Committee mls/c recommendation of approval of the 1998 Work Program to the
City Council as amended. The amendment included addition of the school district request to item #7, Other
Miscellaneous, on the Work Program timeline. The Committee asked that the Barghausen rezone request be addressed
following submittal of a 10 % petition for annexation.
C. South 288th Street Access Management Design/Construction - The Committee mls/c recommendation of approval to
the City Council at the May 19, 1998, meeting to construct Type C curb on south 288th Street from 200 feet west of
Military Road South to 200 feet east of Military Road South. Restriction of turning movements on driveways to right-
turns only will reduce crash rates on South 288th Street.
D. 1998 A&¡Ihalt Overl~ Bid Award - Four bids were received for the 1998 Asphalt Overlay Project. M. A. Segale, Inc.,
with a total bid of $2,162,373.62 was the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. In order to be within budget,
Schedules E-l (35th Avenue South & Southwest) and G (South 333rd Street) were deleted from the project. A contract
amount of $1,993,735.16 was awarded to M. A. Segale, Inc., and a contingency of $199,373.52 was approved for a
total of $2,193,108.68. The Committee so mls/c recommendation of approval to the City Council. Also recommended
for approval was that the City Manager execute the contract, authorize $59,000 for construction administration, and, if
funding allows, add all or a portion of Schedules E-l and G back into the contract.
E. South 3 12th Street Road Improvements/ 100 % Design & Authority to Bid - The Committee mls/c recommendation of
approval to the City Council at the June 2, 1998, meeting to approve the final design plans for the South 3 12th Street
Improvement Project from SR 99 to 23rd Avenue South. The project was financed by a Transportation Improvement
Board (fIB) grant and the 1995 voter approved bond issue. Staff was authorized to proceed with bidding the project.
Bids will be brought directly to Council for award of the construction contract if bids received are within the
$4,777,614 budget.
F. South 336th Street (13th to 18th) Road Improvements 100% Desi~ & AuthoritY to Bid - The Committee mls/c
recommendation of approval to the City Council of the widening and rechannelization of South 336th Street from 13th
Avenue South to 18th Avenue South. Costs were significantly increased due to an increase in the scope of work by the
Council. The original cost estimate of this project was $510,000. Current estimates are $693,500, an increase of
$183,500. There are savings available from other bond issue projects to cover these increased costs.
6. FUTURE MEETINGS
The next meeting will be held on June 1, 1998, at 5:30 pm.
7. ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 6:30pm.
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May 19, 1998
Phil Watkins, Chairman
land Use/Transportation Committee
Dear Mr.
Watkins,
I was raised on a piece of property in Federal Way located
at 1816 S. 340th. We have owned this residence for 48
years. My mother recently passed away, and upon listing
the property for sale, I learned that it had been rezoned
Business Park. This was done without any formal
notification to any of the 6 residences on this road. I
would like to address the committee at their next meeting
on Monday, June I, at 5:30 P.M.
At this time I would request a code admentment so that I
could construct a garage. I would take no more than 5
minutes of the committee's time to explain the unique
situation of this property.
I am hoping you will offer me this opportunity.
Sincerely,
Roger Hyppa
20136 47th Ave. N.E.
lake Forest Park, Waf 98155
(206) 364-0857
cc Ken Nyberg
Greg Moore
MEMO
TO:
Land Use and Transportation Committee
FROM:
Kathy McClung, Deputy CDS Director I~
May 27, 1998
DATE:
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Shoreline Management and Regulations
Attached is the Planning Commission recommendation for a
Shoreline Master Program and related regulations. The Planning
Commission conducted a public hearing on April 1, 1998. The only
person in the audience was a representative from the Quadrant
Corporation. Don Largen, consultant from McConnell Burke will
present the shoreline management plan and regulations to the
Committee.
Briefly, these changes include:
* Revisions to the adopted King County Shoreline Master
Program to update language and remove those parts of the
Program not applicable to Federal Way.
* Revisions to the adopted King County Shoreline Regulations
to update language and remove sections not applicable to
Federal Way.
* Revision to the shoreline designation of a portion of
North Lake from Conservancy to Urban.
A shoreline designation map wil be provided at the meeting.
Attachments:
1. Planning Commission Findings
2. Draft Ordinance
3. Staff Report
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
Planning Commission
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
April 30, 1998
CITY COUNCIL
ROBERT VAUGHAN, CHAIR
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
PROGRAM AND SHORELINE REGULATIONS
- SHORELINE MASTER
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I.
BACKGROUND
The Federal Way Comprehensive Plan contains goals and policies that
provide for shoreline management as required under growth
management.
The City adopted the King County Shoreline Master Program and
regulations in 1990 with the city's incorporation. The adopted King
County regulations and Program includes outdated language and
regulates types of shorelines that do not apply to Federal Way.
Other policies and regulations are not specific enough to the
City's shorelines since King County was written for a broader range
of shoreline uses and environments. The Comprehensive Plan states
that the City shall develop a Shoreline Master Program that is
consistent with community values, land use and environmental
protection.
The shorelines in the City that are regulated include those along
Puget Sound, all of Steel Lake, and those portions of North Lake
and Lake Killarney that are located within the City's boundaries.
II.
PLANNING COMMISSION PROCESS
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on April 1st 1998.
The City staff provided the Commission with an overview of issues
and draft regulatory provisions as drafted by a consultant. The
hearings were devoted to a section-by-section review of the
recommended regulatory language contained in the March 24, 1998
consultant staff report.
I I I. SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS
The following list summarize the major code amendments reviewed by
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the Commission during this code revision process.
1.
Replacement of the adopted King County Shoreline Master
Program (Title 25) with a Federal Way Master Program. The new
Master Program deletes sections of the King County Code that
do not apply to this city.
Amendment to Chapter 18 of the FWCC to adopt applicable
regulations for shoreline development.
Change the shoreline map designation for the properties along
the North Lake from Conservancy to Urban.
2.
3.
IV.
PLANNING COMMISSION FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATIONS
The Planning Commission bases its recommendation of adoption of the
proposed amendments to the FWCC relative to the Shoreline
Management Program and related regulations based on the following
findings:
1. The City's shoreline areas are an important feature to
the City's character and quality of life; and
2. The existing shoreline regulations and Shoreline Master
Program are King County regulations in place at time of the
City's incorporation and do not reflect the Federal Way
community values and specifics of this area; and
3. The proposed amendments are consistent with the
provisions of the Natural Environment chapter of the
Comprehensive Plan including the following:
NEGI0- Create a new shoreline master program that is
consistent with community values, land use and
environmental protection.
NEP44- The City should create a new Shoreline Master
Program that is consistent with State law, and the policy
direction of the Natural Environment and Land Use
chapters of this Plan.
NEP45- The Shoreline Master Program should recognize the
unique recreational and natural habitat of the City's
shorelines; and
4. Whereas, the Federal Way SEPA responsible official has
issued a Declaration of Nonsignificance on April 1, 1998; and
7. Whereas, the proposed code amendments would not adversely
affect the public health, safety or welfare.
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Robert Vaughan, Chair
Federal Way Planning Commission
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, AMENDING CHAPTER 18
OF THE FEDERAL WAY ZONING CODE, ADOPTING
SPECIFIC AMENDMENTS TO THE SHORELINE
REGULATIONS AND ADOPTING A SHORELINE MASTER
PROGRAM TO REPLACE THE ADOPTED KING COUNTY
ORDINANCE (Title 25).
A.
WHEREAS amendments to the Federal Way City Code (FWCC) text are
authorized pursuant to the authority of the Shoreline Management Act of 1971, RCW Ch
90.58 as amended, and the Shoreline Management Guidelines, WAC Ch 173-14; and
B.
WHEREAS the Federal Way City Council has considered proposed changes
to the FWCC regarding specific shoreline management regulations; and
C.
WHEREAS the Federal Way City Council, pursuant to FWCC 22-517, having
determined the Proposal to be worthy of legislative consideration, referred the Proposal
to the Federal Way Planning Commission as a priority item for its review and
recommendation; and
D.
WHEREAS the Federal Way Planning Commission, having considered the
Proposal at public hearings during 1998 on April 1 st pursuant to FWCC Section 22-523,
and all public notices having been duly given pursuant to FWCC Section 22-528; and
E.
WHEREAS the public was given opportunities to comment on the Proposal
during the Planning Commission review; and
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F.
WHEREAS the City of Federal Way SEPA responsible official issued a
Declaration of Nonsignificance on April 1O, 1998; and
G.
WHEREAS following the public hearings, the Planning Commission submitted
to the land Use and Transportation Committee of the City Council its recommendation
in favor of proposed shoreline text amendments adding sections to the FWCC as noted
previously; and
H.
WHEREAS the Federal Way land Use and Transportation City Council
Committee met on
, 1998 to consider the recommendation of the Planning
Commission and has moved to forward the Proposal, with amendments, to the full City
Council; and
I.
WHEREAS there was sufficient opportunity for the public to comment on the
Proposal; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCil OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON,
DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOllOWS:
Section 1. FindinQs. After full and careful consideration, the City Council of the
City of Federal Way makes the following findings with respect to the Proposal and the
proposed amendments to the Federal Way City Code ("FWCC"):
1.
The Federal Way City Council adopted the Federal Way Comprehensive
Plan in order to comply with the State's Growth Management Act; and
2.
The Federal Way Comprehensive Plan contains policies that call for the
adoption of a new Shoreline Management Plan; and
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3.
The Federal Way SEPA responsible official has issued a Declaration of
Nonsignificance on April 1, 1998; and
4.
The proposed code amendments would not adversely affect the public
health, safety or welfare; and
5.
The Planning Commission, following notice thereof as required by RCW
35A.63.070, held public hearings on the proposed regulatory amendments and has
considered the testimony, written comments, and material from the public by and through
said hearings.
Section 2. Conclusions. Pursuant to FWCC Section 22-216 and based upon
the Findings set forth in Section 1, the Federal Way City Council makes the following
Conclusions of law with respect to the decisional criteria necessary for the adoption of
the Proposal:
1.
The Proposal is consistent with the following Comprehensive Plan goals
and policies contained in the Natural Environment chapter:
NEG10 Create a new shoreline master program that is consistent with
community values, land use and environmental protection.
NEP44 The City should create a new Shoreline Master Program that
is consistent with State law, and the policy direction of the Natural
Environment and land Use chapters of this Plan.
NEP45 The Shoreline Master Program should recognize the unique
recreational and natural habitat of the City's shorelines.
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2.
The Proposal bears a substantial relationship to the public health,
safety and welfare because it implements policies aimed at protecting
the City's natural environment and promotes site sensitive development.
Section 3. Amendment. The Federal Way Zoning Code, Chapter 22, is
amended to provide as set forth in Attachment A and by this reference is incorporated
herein.
Section 4. The provisions of this ordinance are declared separate and
severable. The invalidity of any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section, or
portion of this ordinance or the invalidity of the application thereof to any person or
circumstance, shall not affect the validity of the remainder of the ordinance, or the
validity of its application to other persons or circumstances.
Section 5. Ratification. Any act consistent with the authority and prior
to the effective date of this ordinance is hereby ratified and affirmed.
Section 6. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect and be in
force five (5) days from the time of its final passage, as provided by law.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Federal Way this
day of
,1998.
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
MAYOR, RONALD L. GINTZ
ATTEST:
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CITY CLERK, N. CHRISTINE GREEN, CMC
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CITY ATTORNEY, LONDI K. LINDELL
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK:
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL:
PUBLISHED:
EFFECTIVE DATE:
ORDINANCE NO.
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ARTICLE III. SHORELINE
MANAGEMENT *
*Cross reference(s)--Regulations regarding structures built over water, § 8-54;
requirements for drainage review, § 21-87; supplementary zoning district regulations, § 22-946 et
seq.
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State law reference(s)--Shoreline management act, RCW 90.58.030.
DIVISION 1. GENERALLY
Sec. 18-161. Purpose and authority.
The city adopts these regulation under the authority of the Shoreline Management Act of
1971, RCW ch. 90.58, as amended, and the Shoreline Management Guidelines, WAC ch. 173-
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(Ord. No. 90-38, § 1(24.10),2-27-90)
s~~. 18 162. Shöl diB~ mast~r prögram.
(a) The: city adopts by refercnee the follo'vYing portions of King Coumy Ordinance No.
3692, Shordine Master Program. (goals, objectives Mid polides), onc eopy of'.vhich is on file
with the office of the city derk:
(1)
(2)
(3)
Master program. e:kme:ms.
Shoreline enviroflme:m3.
Shoreline U3e activities.
(b) The city adopts by reference portions of the King County Code, Title 25, Shoreline
Manttgemcm as follov.s, one eop)" of v.hie:h is on file 'Ý. ith the dty ekrk:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Chapter 25.04, Pl:U'þm~e:, title, scope.
Chapter 25.08, Definitions.
Chapter 25.12, Err.'ironment designations.
Chapter 25.16, UrbMi environment.
Chapter 25.20, Rural e:fi'.ironmem.
Chapte:r 25.24, Conservfifte) cfi'.ironment.
(7) Chapter 25.28, Natural environment.
(Ord. No. 90 38, § 1(24.20.10,24.20.20),2 27 90)
Sec. 18-163. Jurisdiction.
(a) The provisions of this article shall apply to all development proposed within the areas
defined as shorelines in RCW 90.58.020(d), and shorelines of statewide significance in RCW
90.58.030(e). The approximate location ofthese shorelines shall be designated on maps
maintained by the department of community development; however, the property owner or
applicant shall be responsible for determining the exact location of the shoreline when a permit is
filed.
(b) No development shall be undertaken by any person on the shorelines of the state
without obtaining a substantial development permit from the department of community
development; provided, that a permit shall not be required for development exempted from the
definition of substantial development in RCW 90.58.030 and for developments exempted by
RCW 90.58.140(9) and (10).
(Ord. No. 90-38, § 1(24.30.10,24.30.20),2-27-90)
Sec. 18-XXX. Additional definitions.
Unless otherwise defined in this chapter. the definitions contained in this chapter. chapter
22. RCW chapter 90.58. and WAC 173-26 shall apply.
Access: Public access means actual unobstructed access available to the general public
from land to the ordinary high water mark or to the wetland directly abutting the ordinary high
water mark.
Access: Limited Dublic access means:
1."
Actual physical access from land to the ordinary high water mark or to the
wetland directly abutting the ordinary high water mark. such access being limited
to specific groups of people or to certain regularly prescribed times: or
2.
Visual access available to the general public to the shoreline and adjacent
waterbody. such access being specifically provided for in the development ofthe
site.
Average grade level means the average of the natural or existing topography at the center
of all exterior walls of a building or structure to be placed on a site: provided. that in the case of
structures to be built over water. average grade level shall be the elevation or ordinary high
water.
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Backshore means a berm. together with associated marshes or meadows. on marine
shores landward of the ordinary high water mark which is normal above high tide level and has
been gradually built up by accretion.
Beach feeding means landfill deposited on land. or in the water. to be distributed by
natural water processes for the purpose of supplementing beach material.
Berm means one or several linear mounds of sand and gravel generally paralleling the
shore at or landward of. the ordinary high water mark which are normally stable because of
material size or vegetation.
Breakwater means an off-shore structure. either floating or not. which mayor may not be
connected to the shore. such structure being designated to absorb and/or reflect back into the
water body the energy of the waves.
Bulkhead means a solid or open pile of rock. concrete. steeL timber. other materials, or a
combination of these materials erected generally parallel to and near the ordinary high water
mark for the purpose of protectinl? adjacent shorelands and uplands from waves or currents.
Class I beach means a beach or shore having dependable. geologically fully developed.
and normally dry backshore above high tide.
Class II beach means a beach or shore having only marginally. geologically partially
developed. and not dependably dry backshore above high tide.
Class III beach means a beach or shore having no dry backshore available at high tide.
Environment. or master vrogram environment. or shoreline environment means the
categories of shorelines of the state established by the City of Federal Way shoreline
management master program to differentiate between areas whose features imply differing
objectives regarding their use and future development.
Float means a structure or device which is not a breakwater and which is moored.
anchored. or otherwise secured in the waters of Federal Way. and which is not connected to the
shoreline.
Groin means a barrier type structure extending from the backshore into the water across
the beach. The purpose of a groin is to interrupt sediment movement along the shore.
Jetty means an artificial barrier used to change the natural littoral drift to protect inlet
entrances from clogging by excess sediment.
Littoral drift means the natural movement of sediment along marine or lake shorelines by
wave breaker action in response to prevailing winds.
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DIVISION 2. SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM
Sec. IS-XXX. Purpose.
The Shoreline Management Act (SMA) identifies seven land and water use elements that.
if appropriate to the communitv. are to be dealt with in the development of area-wide shoreline
goals. They include: shoreline use. economic development. public access. conservation.
recreation. historical/culturaL and circulation. Master programs are also encouraged to include
any other elements which. because of present uses or future needs. are deemed appropriate to
effectuate the policv of the Shoreline Management Act.
Residential land use of shorelines ofthe state within Federal Way makes up the largest
share of the developed shorelines in the city. Much of the undeveloped shoreline is in private
ownership. subdivided into small lots and presentlv zoned to allow for residential use. Because
of present and future needs of residential shoreline use. goals and policies have been formulated
as part of a residential element to guide and plan for that development.
The following comprehensive set of shoreline goals provide the foundation and
framework on which the balance of the master program has been based. These goals and policies
are reflective of the level of achievement believed to be intrinsically desirable for all shoreline
uses. needs. and developments. and establish a program policy commensurate with the intent and
objectives of the Shoreline Management Act. The policies contained herein should be enforced
through the applicable chapters of the Federal Way City Code.
Sec. IS-XXX. Shoreline use element.
An element which deals with the distribution. location. and extent of: 1) the use of
shorelines and adjacent areas for housing. transportation. office. public buildings and utilities.
education. and natural resources: 2) the use of the water for aqua culture and recreation: and 3)
the use of the water. shoreline. and uplands for other categories of land and water uses and
activities not specified in this master program.
Goal-Preserve or develop shorelines. adjacent uplands. and adjacent water areas in a
manner that assures a balance of shoreline uses with minimal adverse effect on the quality of life.
water. and environment.
Obiectives -
.L Shoreline land and water areas particularly suited for specific and appropriate uses
should be designated and reserved for such uses.
2.
Shoreline land and water uses should satisfy the economic. social. and phvsical
needs of the regional population. but should not exceed the physical carrying
capacity of the shoreline areas.
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Where appropriate, land and water uses should be located to restore or enhance
the land and water environments.
4.
Like or compatible shoreline uses should be clustered or distributed in a rational
manner rather than be allowed to develop haphazardly.
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Multiple uses of shoreline should be encouraged where location and integration of
compatible uses or activities are feasible.
6.
Unique and fragile areas of the shoreline should be protected from uses or
activities that will have an adverse effect on the land or water environment.
7.
Non-residential uses or activities which are not shoreline dependent should be
encouraged to locate or relocate away from the shoreline.
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Federal Way shall consider the goals, objectives, and policies within the shoreline
master program in all land use management actions regarding the use or
development of adjacent uplands or the water areas, adjacent uplands and
associated wetlands or streams within its jurisdiction where such use or
development will have an adverse effect on designated shorelines.
Sec. 18-XXX. Public access element.
An element making provision for public access to publicly-owned shorelines and
assessing the need for providing l;mblic access to shoreline areas.
Goal - Increase public access to shoreline areas provided that private rights, public
safety, and the natural shoreline character are not adverse Iv affected.
Ob;ectives -
L Development of public access should respect and protect the enjoyment of private
rights on shoreline property.
Policy 1
Shoreline access areas should be planned to include ancillary
facilities such as parking and sanitation when appropriate.
Policy 2
Shoreline access and ancillary facilities should be designed and
developed to provide adequate protection for adjacent private
properties.
2.
Public access should be maintained and regulated.
Policy 1
Public access should be policed and improved consistent with
intensity of use.
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Policy 2
Policv 3
The provision to restrict access as to nature. time. number of
people. and area may be appropriate for public pedestrian
easements and other public access areas where there are spawning
grounds. fragile aquatic life habitats. or potential hazard for
pedestrian safety.
Facilities in public shoreline access areas should be properlv
maintained and operated.
Design of access should provide for the public health. safety. and eniovment.
Policy 1
Policy 2
Policv 3
Appropriate signs should be used to designate publicly owned
shorelines.
Within the shoreline environment. pedestrian and non motorized
access should be encouraged.
Public access to and along the water's edge should be available in
publiclv-owned shorelines that are tolerant of human activitv.
Priority for access acquisition should consider resource desirabilitv. availability.
and proximity of population.
Policy 1
A shoreline element in the parks acquisition and development
program should be encouraged so that future shoreline access is
acquired and developed bv established criteria and standards as
part of an overall master plan.
Public access should be provided in new shoreline developments.
Policy 1
Policy 2
There should be incentives to encourage private property owners to
provide shoreline access.
Public pedestrian easements should be provided in future land use
authorizations. and in the case of Federal Way projects along lakes.
streams. ponds. and marine lands. whenever shoreline features are
appropriate for public use. Shorelines of the city that include but
are not limited to anv of the following conditions should be
considered for pedestrian easements:
a.
Areas of significant. historical. geological. and/or
biological circumstances.
b.
Areas presently being legally used. or historically having
been legally used. by the public along the shoreline for
access.
c.
Where public funds have been expended on or related to the
waterbody.
6.
Shorelines of the city should be available to all people for passive use and
enjoyment.
Policy I
Policy 2
Viewpoints. lookouts. and vistas of shorelines of the city should be
publicly accessible.
New developments should minimize visual and physical
obstruction of the water from shoreline roads and upland owners.
7.
General policies.
Policy I
Policy 2
Policy 3
Policy 4
Policy 5
Where appropriate. utility and transportation rights-of-way on the
shoreline should be made available for public access and use.
Publicly-owned street ends which abut the shoreline should be
retained and/or reclaimed for public access.
Shoreline recreational facilities and other public access points
should be connected by trails. bicycle pathways. and other access
links where appropriate.
Public pedestrian easements and access points should be of a
nature and scale that would be compatible with the abutting and
adjacent land use as well as natural features. including aquatic life.
Access development should respect and protect ecological and
aesthetic values in the shorelines of the city.
Sec. 18-XXX. Conservation element.
An element which deals with the preservation of natural shoreline resources. considering.
but not limited to. such characteristics as scenic vistas. parkways. vital estuarine areas for fish
and wildlife protection. beaches. and other valuable natural or aesthetic features.
Goal - Assure preservation of unique and non-renewable natural resources and assure
conservation of renewable natural resources for the benefit of existing and future generations and
the public interest.
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Obiectives -
1:. Shorelines which are of unique or valuable natural character should be acquired
for public benefit commensurate with preservation of the ecosystem.
Policy 1
Policy 2
Unique and fragile areas in shoreline areas should be designated
and retained as open space. Access and use should be restricted or
prohibited when necessarv for their preservation.
When appropriate. Federal Way should acquire those shoreline
areas which are unique or valuable. Subsequent use of such areas
should be governed by their ecological carrying capacity.
2.
All renewable natural resources should be managed so that use or consumption
does not exceed replenishment.
Policy 1
Through policies and actions. Federal Way should encourage the
management and conservation of fish. shellfish. wildlife. and other
renewable resources.
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Resource conservation should be an integral part of shoreline planning.
Policy 1
Policy 2
When feasible. Federal Way should initiate programs to reverse
any substantial adverse impacts caused by existing shoreline
development.
All future shoreline development should be planned. designed. and
sited to minimize adverse impact upon the natural shoreline
environment.
4.
Scenic. aesthetic. and ecological qualities of natural and developed shorelines
should be recognized and preserved as valuable resources.
Policy 1
Policy 2
Policy 3
Policy 4
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When appropriate. natural flora and fauna should be preserved or
restored.
In shoreline areas. the natural topography should not be
substantially altered.
Shoreline structures should be sited and designed to minimize view
obstruction and should be visually compatible with the shoreline
character.
Wildlife and aquatic habitats, including spawning grounds, should
be protected, improved, and, if appropriate, increased
2:.
Resources should be managed to enhance the environment with minimal adverse
effect.
Policy 1
Policy 2
Policy 3
Policy 4
Aquaculture in shoreline areas should be conducted with all
reasonable precautions to insure the preservation of the natural
character and quality of the shoreline.
Shoreline activity and development should be planned.
constructed. and operated to minimize adverse effects on the
natural processes of the shoreline. and should maintain or enhance
the quality of air. soil. and water on the shoreline.
Any structure or activity in or near the water should be constructed
in such a way that it will minimize adverse physical or chemical
effects on water quality. vegetation. fish. shellfish. or wildlife.
Use or activity which substantially degrades the natural resources
of the shoreline should not be allowed.
Sec. i8-XXX. Recreation element.
An element for the preservation and expansion of all types of recreational opportunities
through programs of acquisition. development. and various means of less-than- fee acquisition.
Goal - Provide additional shoreline dependent and water oriented recreation
opportunities that are diverse. convenient. and adequate for the regional population consistent
with the carrying capacity of the land and water resources.
Ob;ectives -
1.. Areas containing special shoreline recreation qualities not easily duplicated
should be available for public use and enjoyment.
Policy I
Policy 2
Opportunities should be provided for the public to understand
natural shoreline processes and experience natural resource
features.
Public viewing and interpretation should be encouraged at or near
governmental shoreline activities when consistent with security
and public safety.
2.
Shoreline recreational use and development should enhance environmental quality
with minimal adverse effect on the natural resources.
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Policy 2
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Policy 10
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Stretches of relatively inaccessible and unspoiled shoreline should
be available and designated as low intensity recreational use areas
with minimal development; service facilities such as footpaths,
periphery parking, and adequate sanitary facilities should only be
allowed where appropriate.
Beaches and other predominantly undeveloped shorelines already
popular should be available and designated as medium intensity
recreational use areas to be free from expansive development;
intensity of use should respect and protect the natural qualities of
the area.
Small or linear portions of the shoreline suitable for recreational
purposes should be available and designated as transitional use
areas that allow for variable intensities of use, which may include
vista points, pedestrian walkways, water entry points, and access
from the water; utilizing stream floodplains, street ends. steep
slopes, and shoreline areas adjacent to waterfront roads.
At suitable locations, shorelines should be made available and
designated as high intensive use areas that provide for a wide
variety of activities.
Overall design and development in shoreline recreational areas
should be responsive to the site characteristics of those areas and
be consistent with the level of use in the area concerned.
Recreation areas on the shoreline should have adequate
surveillance and maintenance.
The public should be provided with additional off-site and on-site
guidance and control to protect shoreline resources.
Where a wide berm is needed for dry beach recreation. and
physical conditions permit sand retention. consideration should be
given to creating a Class I beach when such development does not
destroy valuable biota or unique physical conditions.
Access to recreational shoreline areas afforded by water and land
circulation systems should be determined by the concept of
optimum carrying capacity and recreational quality.
Non-water oriented recreational facility development should be
kept inland away from the water's edge, except where appropriate
in high intensive shoreline use areas.
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The provision of adequate public shoreline recreation lands should be based on an
acquisition plan with a clear public intent.
4.
A balanced varietv of recreational opportunities should be provided for people of
different a~es. health. family status. and financial ability.
Policy 1
Policy 2
Policy 3
Policy 4
Policy 5
Appropriate specialized recreation facilities should be provided for
the handicapped or others who might need them.
Shoreline recreation areas should provide opportunities for
different use intensities ranging from low (solitude) to high (many
people ).
Opportunities for shoreline recreational experiences should include
developing access that accommodates a range of differences in
people's physical mobility. capabilities. and skill levels.
Shoreline recreational experiences should include a wide range of
different areas from remote-outdoor undeveloped areas to highly
developed indoor-outdoor areas.
Recreational development should meet the demands of population
growth consistent with the carrying capacity of the land and water
resources.
Sec. I8-XXX. Circulation element.
An element dealing with the location and extent of existing and proposed major
thoroughfares. transportation routes. and other public facilities: and coordinating those facilities
with the shoreline use elements.
Goal - Circulation systems in shoreline areas should be limited to those which are
shoreline dependent or would serve shoreline dependent uses. The physical and social
environment shall be protected from the adverse effect of those systems on the quality of water.
life. or environment.
Ob;ectives -
.L New surface transportation development should be designed to provide the best
possible service with the least possible infringement upon the shoreline
environment.
Policy I
New transportation facilities and improvements to existing
facilities that substantially increase levels of air. noise. odor.
visual. or water pollution should be discouraged.
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Policy 2
Transportation corridors should be designed to hannonize with the
topography and other natural characteristics of the shoreline
throu~h which they traverse.
Policy 3
Surface transportation facilities in shoreline areas should be set
back from the ordinary high water mark far enou~h to make
unnecessary such protective measures as rip-rap or other bank
stabilization. landfill. bulkheads. groins. jetties. or substantial site
regrade.
2.
Circulation systems should be located and attractively designed so as not to
unnecessarily or unreasonably pollute the physical environment or reduce the
benefits people derive from their property; and they should encourage alternative
routes and modes of travel.
Policy 1
Motorized vehicular traffic on beaches and other natural shoreline
areas should be prohibited.
Policy 2
Transportation facilities providing access to shoreline
developments should be planned and designed in scale and
character with the use proposed.
Policy 3
Circulation routes should provide for non-motorized means of
travel.
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Circulation systems disruptive to public shoreline access and other shoreline uses
should be relocated where feasible.
Policy 1
Transportation elements disruptive to the shoreline character which
cannot feasibly be relocated should be conditioned or landscaped
to minimize visual and noise pollution.
4.
Shoreline circulation systems should be adaptable to changes in technology.
Policy 1
Federal Way should promote and encourage modes of
transportation which consume the least amount of energy while
providing the best efficiency with the least possible pollution.
2.
General policies.
Policy 1
New transportation developments in shoreline areas should provide
turnout areas for scenic stops and off road rest areas where the
topography. view. and natural features warrant.
Policy 2
Policy 3
Shoreline roadway corridors with unique or historic significant, or
of great aesthetic quality, should be retained and maintained for
those characteristics.
New transportation facilities crossing lakes, streams, or wetlands
should be encouraged to locate in existing corridors except where
any adverse impact can be minimized by selecting an alternate
corridor.
Sec. I8-XXX. Residential element.
An element dealing with housing densities, residential subdivisions, shoreline access,
necessary support services, and locations of single-family dwellings (including manufactured
homes) and multi-family dwellings without distinction between part-time or full-time occupancy.
Goal - Shoreline residential areas shall pennit a variety of housing types and design with
densities and locations consistent with the ability of physical and natural features to
accommodate them.
Objectives -
1:. Residential developments should be excluded from shoreline areas known to
contain development hazards or which would adversely impact sensitive areas as
identified in this Chapter 18, Division 6 of the Federal Way City Code.
Policy 1
Policy 2
Policy 3
Policy 4
Policy 5
Residential development should be prohibited in floodplains within
the 100 year floodplain.
Residential development should be prohibited-in areas of severe or
very severe landslide hazard.
Residential development should be regulated in shoreline areas
with slopes of 40 percent or greater.
Shoreline areas containing other potential hazards (e. g., geological
conditions, unstable subsurface conditions. erosion hazards, or
groundwater or seepage problems) should be limited or restricted
for development.
The burden of proof that development of these areas is feasible,
safe, and ecologically sound is the responsibility of the developer.
2.
Residential developments should have minimal impact on the land and water
environment of the shoreline and minimize visual and physical obstruction.
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Policy 1
Policy 2
Policy 3
Policy 4
Policy 5
Residential development should be regulated in identified unique
and fragile areas as required under the city's sensitive areas
regulations.
Residential development on piers or over water should not be
permitted.
Landfill for residential development which reduces water surface
or floodplain capacity should not be permitted.
In residential developments. the water's edge should be kept free
of buildings and fences.
Every reasonable effort should be made to insure the retention of
natural shoreline vegetation and other natural features of the
landscape during site development and construction.
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Residential use of shorelines should not displace or encroach upon shoreline
dependent uses.
4.
Residential densities should be determined with regard for the physical
capabilities of the shoreline areas. public services requirements. and effects such
densities have on the environment.
Policy 1
Policy 2
Policy 3
Policy 4
Subdivisions and new development should be designed to
adequately protect the water and shoreline aesthetic characteristics.
New residential development should only be allowed in those
shoreline areas where the provision for sewage disposal and
drainage ways are of such a standard that adjoining water bodies
would not be adversely affected by pollution or siltation.
Residential development along shorelines should be set back from
the ordinary high water mark far enough to make unnecessary such
protective measures as filling. bulk heading. construction groins or
jetties. or substantial regrading of the site.
Residential developments should be designed to enhance the
appearance of the shoreline and not substantially interfere with the
public's view and access to the water.
DIVISION 3. SHORELINE ENVIRONMENTS
Sec. IS-XXX. Purpose.
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In order to more effectively implement the goals. objectives, and policies of this master
program and the Shoreline Management Act. the shorelines of the state within Federal Way have
been categorized into four separate environment designations. The purpose of these designations
is to differentiate between areas whose geographical features and existing development pattern
imply differing objectives regarding their use and future development.
Each environment represents a particular emphasis in the type of uses and the extent of
development which should occur within it. The system is designed to encourage uses in each
environment which enhance the character of the environment while at the same time requiring
reasonable standards and restrictions on development so that the character of the environment is
not destroyed.
The determination as to which designation should be given to any specific shoreline area
has been based on. and is reflective of. the existing development pattern: the biophysical
capabilities and limitations of the land: and the goals and aspirations of the local citizenry.
Each environment category includes: (1) a definition describing the development. use.
and/or features which characterize the area: (2) a purpose which clarifies the meaning and intent
of the designation; and. (3) general policies designed to regulate use and development consistent
with the character of the environment.
Sec. IS-XXX. Urban environment.
The urban environment is an area of high-intensity land use including residential. office.
and recreational development. The environment is particularly suitable to those areas presently
subjected to intensive land use pressure, as well as areas planned to accommodate urban
expanSIOn.
The purpose of designating the urban environment is to ensure optimum utilization of
shorelines within urbanized areas by permittin~ intensive use and by managing development so
that it enhances and maintains the shoreline for a multiplicity of urban uses. The environment is
designed to reflect a policy of increasing utilization and efficiency of urban areas, promote a
more intensive level of use through redevelopment of areas now underutilized. and encourage
multiple use of the shoreline i[the major use is shoreline dependent.
General policies -
.L Emphasis should be given to development within already developed areas.
2.
Emphasis should be given to developing visual and physical access to the
shoreline in the urban environment.
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To enhance the waterfront and insure maximum public use. commercial facilities
should be designed to permit pedestrian waterfront activities consistent with
public safety and security.
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Multiple use of the shoreline should be encouraged.
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Redevelopment and renewal of substandard areas should be encouraged in order
to accommodate future users and make maximum use of the shoreline resource.
6.
Aesthetic considerations should be actively promoted by means of sign control
regulations. architectural design standards. landscaping requirements. and other
such means.
7.
Development should not significantly degrade the quality of the environment.
including water quality and air quality, nor create conditions which would
accentuate erosion, drainage problems. or other adverse impacts on adjacent
environments.
Sec. 1S-XXX. Rural environment.
The rural environment is intended for shoreline areas characterized by agricultural uses.
low density residential (where most urban services are not available), and areas which provide
buffer zones and open space between predominantly urban areas. Undeveloped shorelines not
planned for urban expansion or which do not have a high priority for designation in an alternative
environment and recreational uses compatible with agricultural activities are appropriate for the
rural environment.
The purpose of designating the rural environment is to preserve agricultural land, restrict
intensive development along undeveloped shorelines. function as a buffer between urban areas,
and maintain open spaces and opportunities for recreational uses within the ecological carrying
capacity of the land and water resource. New developments in a rural environment should reflect
the character of the surrounding area by limiting density. providing pennanent open space. and
maintaining adequate building setbacks from the water to prevent shoreline resources from being
destroyed for other rural types of uses.
General policies -
.L Recreational access to the shorelines should be encouraged. Recreational facilities
should be located and designed to minimize conflicts with other activities.
2.
New development should reflect the character of the surrounding area by limiting
residential density, providing pennanent open space. and maintaining adequate
building setbacks from the water.
Sec. IS-XXX. Conservancy environment.
The conservancy environment consists of a shoreline areas which are primarily free from
intensive development. It is the most suitable designation for shoreline areas of high scenic or
historical values. for areas unsuitable for development due to biophysical limitations. and for
commercial forest lands.
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Conservancy areas are intended to maintain their existing character. This designation is
designed to protect. conserve, and manage existing natural resources and valuable historic and
cultural areas. The preferred uses are those which are nonconsumptive of the physical and
biological resources of the area.
General policies -
.L. New development should be restricted to those which are compatible with the
natural and biophysical limitations ofthe land and water.
2.
Diverse recreational activities which are compatible with the conservancy
environment should be encouraged.
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Development which would be of a hazard to public health and safety, or would
materially interfere with the natural processes should not be allowed.
4.
The flood hazard overzone regulations shall apply to development within flood
plains.
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Structural flood control devices should be strongly discouraged in the
conservancy environment.
6.
In areas with poorly draining soils, development should not be allowed unless
connected to a sewer line.
7.
Development should be regulated so as to minimize the following: erosion or
sedimentation, the adverse impact on aquatic habitats, and substantial degradation
of the existing character of the conservancy environment.
Sec. I8-XXX. Natural environment.
The natural environment consists of areas characterized by the presence of some unique
natural features considered valuable in their undisturbed or original condition and which are
relatively intolerant of intensive human use. Such areas should be essentially free from
development or be capable of being easily restored to natural condition, and they should be large
enough to protect the value of the resource.
The purpose of designating the natural environment is to preserve and restore those
natural resource systems existing relatively free of human influence. These systems require
severe restrictions of intensities and types of uses permitted so as to maintain the integrity of the
natural environment.
General policies -
.L. Natural areas should remain free from all development which would adversely
affect their natural character.
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The intensity and type of uses permitted should be restricted in order to maintain
the natural systems and resources in their natural condition.
1.
Limited access should be allowed to those areas in the natural environment.
4.
Uses which are consumptive of the physical and biological resources. or which
may degrade the actual or potential value of the natural environment. should be
prohibited.
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Uses and activities in locations adiacent to natural areas should be strictly
regulated to insure that the integritv of the natural environment is not
compromised.
DIVISION 4. SHORELINE USE ACTIVITIES
Sec. IS-XXX. Purpose.
Shoreline use activities are specific uses, or groups of similar uses, that have been
outlined by the Department of Ecology Final Guidelines as being characteristic of the shorelines
of the state. They have been formulated as implementing tools to further Carry out the intent and
policv of this master DfOgram and the Shoreline Management Act. They also represent a maior
criterion to be used in evaluating proposed development and alterations to the shoreline
environment: with their ultimate influence. to a large extent. dependent upon how well they are
enforced.
The policies that make up each use activity have been founded on the premise that all
reasonable and appropriate uses require regulatory control. Other provisions such as a view
enhancement. public access. erosion controL water quality. long term benefits. and aesthetic
considerations have also been reflected in policy statements.
Shoreline uses and activities not specifically identified. and for which policies have not
been developed. will be evaluated on a case by case basis and will be required to meet the intent
of the goals and obiectives of this master program. the policy of the Shoreline Management Act.
and shall be consistent with the management policy and character of the shoreline environment in
which they propose to locate.
Sec. IS-XXX. Aquatic resource practices.
Of all facets of economic shoreline activity. production from fisheries is the most
vulnerable to massive destruction from an error in environmental control. Close monitoring of
water qualitv and an aggressive policy of pollution abatement and control are mandatory for full
realization and sustenance of this economic base.
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Aquaculture addresses state hatcheries. commercial hatcheries and beds. and natural
hatcheries and beds within Federal Way shorelines. Underwater aquaria are considered as
aquaculture although the use is principally recreational.
Aquaculture has two modes:
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The harvest of uncontained plant and animal populations that exist on the
nutrients and foods available in the environment. restock themselves according to
the fecundity of the population. and survive as the food and nature allow.
2.
Artificial stocking or raising of stock in feedlots or pens using selective breeding
and controlled feeding programs for increasing production and rearing a uniform
product.
Pen culture requires confinement and the presence of fixed structures that compete for
space. Pens. rafts. and hatcheries require certain environmental conditions to assure the survival
oftheir contained populations. Some of these conditions are small wave forces. good flow. good
water quality. temperature limits. good anchoring ground and accessibility. and. possibly. good
natural food and nutrient supplv.
The confinement of fish or shellfish in concentration imposes an extreme biological load
in a small area. Dense populations degrade and water qualitv and deposit heavy fecal sediments
below the pens or on the floor of embayments. The principal impacts of aquacultural activity
within the shoreline are:
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Pollutants in the water body such as fish. organic wastes. and additives for feeding
and disease control.
2.
Navigation hazards such as holding pens. rafts. nets. and stakes.
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Watercourse alteration to supply water.
4.
Netting and flooring of river beds for spawning channels.
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Shoreline access limitations where shellfish are being protected and contained.
General Dolicies -
.L Federal Way's support should be given to the State Departments of Fisheries and
Game to improve stream conditions. open new spawning areas. and establish new
fish runs.
2.
Pens and structures for commercial aquaculture should not be located on Class I
beaches. or swimming beaches.
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Aquacultural enterprises should be located in areas which would not significantly
restrict navigation.
4.
In aquaculture enterprises. development of multiple aquaculture systems should
be encouraged.
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Aquacultural structures should use open pile construction where significant
littoral drift occurs.
6.
Prior to use of an area for aquacultural enterprises. consideration should be given
to the capability of the water body to absorb potential wastes.
7.
Shoreline areas having extremely high natural potential for aquaculture should be
preserved for that purpose.
Sec. is-XXX. Commercial development.
Commercial development pertains generally to the use or construction of facilities for
transaction and sale of goods and services as opposed to industrial development (treatment
together with ports) which pertains to the design and fabrication of products.
The principal impact factors upon the shoreline from commercial development are
pollutants (e.g.. erosion. sedimentary. chemical. and microbial) and aesthetic destruction. Erosive
pollutants from commercial development are generated from surface runoff and both surface and
sub-surface subsidence. Chemical pollution is derived from fuel spillage. Microbial loading
arises from poor containment of organic wastes associate with human habitation and recreational
activities.
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General policies -
1.. Consideration should be made of the effect a structure will have on scenic value.
2.
Commercial structures and ancillary facilities that are not shoreline dependent or
water-oriented should be placed inland away from the immediate water's edge.
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The use of :porous materials should be encouraged for paved areas to allow water
to penetrate and percolate into the soil. Use of holding systems should be
encouraged to control the runoff rate from parking lots and roof tops.
4.
Commercial enterprises locating within shoreline areas should be constructed to
withstand normal rain and flooding conditions without contributing pollution to
the watercourse or shoreline.
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Commercial development which is not shoreline dependent should provide a
buffer zone of vegetation for erosion control.
Sec. IS-XXX. Utilities.
Few. if any. utility systems could be installed completely without coming under the
jurisdiction of this master program. The focus of the policies in this section is on how these
utility facilities within the shoreline environment can be planned, designed. constructed.
maintained. and rehabilitated to be consistent with the intent of the Shoreline Management Act.
Types of utility facilities in Federal Way vary from regional transmission by trunklines.
pipelines. and transmission lines to subregional distribution facilities. These are essentially pipes
and wires. Regional facilities generally are high voltage or high pressure systems with substantial
potential impact in case of failure. Their impacts on the environment are also generally greater
because of their scale and safety requirements.
The types of utilities covered are communications (radio. TV. andtelephone). energy
distribution (petroleum products. natural gas. and electricity). water. sanitary sewers. and storm
sewers.
General volides -
1:. Utilities which lead to growth should not be extended into or along shorelines
without prior approval of such extension by appropriate land use authority.
2.
Utilities located in shoreline environments inappropriate for development should
not make service available to those areas.
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In developed shorelines not served by utilities. utility construction should be
encouraged to locate where it can be shown that water quality will be maintained
or improved.
4.
Federal Way should be consulted prior to. or at the time of. application for
construction of regional utility facilities to be located in or along shorelines.
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Utility corridors crossing shorelines ofthe state should be encouraged to
consolidate and concentrate or share rights-of-way where:
a.
Public access (including view) would be improved.
b.
Concentration or sharing would not hinder the ability of the utility systems
to be installed. operated. or maintained safely.
c.
Water quality would be as good or better than if separate corridors were
present.
6.
Public access consistent with public safety and security should be encouraged
where rights-of-way for regional utility facilities cross shorelines ofthe city.
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New utility facilities should be located so as neither to require extensive shoreline
protection nor to restrict water flow. circulation. or navigation.
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Utility facilities and rights-of-way should be selected to preserve the natural
landscape and minimize conflicts with present and planned uses of the land on
which they are located.
9.
New utility routes should be designed to minimize detrimental visual impact from
the water and adjacent uplands.
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New free standing personal wireless service facilities are discouraged from
locating within the shoreline environment.
Sec. IS-XXX. Shoreline protection.
Shoreline protection is action taken to reduce adverse impacts caused by current flood.
wake. or wave action. This action includes all structural and nonstructural means to reduce these
impacts due to flooding. erosion. and accretion. Specific structural and nonstructural means
included in this use activitv are bulkheads. rip-rap. bank stabilization. and other means of
shoreline protection.
The means taken to reduce damage caused by erosion. accretion, and flooding must
recognize the positive aspects of each. so that the benefits of these natural occurrences will be
retained. even as the problems are dealt with. Erosion does not exist without accretion of material
eroded. be it a bench or a sandbar. Likewise. accretion cannot occur unless material has been
eroded.
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Generalvolicies -
1:. Structural solutions to reduce shoreline damage should be allowed only after it is
demonstrated that nonstructural solutions would not be able to reduce the damage.
2.
Planning of shoreline protection should encompass sizable stretches of lake or
marine shorelines. This planning should consider off-site erosion. accretion. or
flood damage that might occur as a result of shoreline protection structures or
activities.
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Shoreline protection on marine and lake shorelines should not be used as the
reason for creating new or newly usable land.
4.
Shoreline protection structures should allow passage of ground and surface waters
into the main water body.
i.
Shoreline protection should not reduce the volume and storage capacity of rivers
and adjacent wetlands or flood plains.
6.
Whenever shoreline protection is needed. bioengineered alternatives such as
natural berms and erosion control vegetation plans should be favored over hard
surfaced structural alternatives such as concrete bulkheads and sheet piles.
7.
The burden of proof for the need for shoreline protection to protect existing or
proposed developments rests on the applicant.
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Shoreline protection activities which may necessitate new or increased shoreline
protection on the same or other affected properties where there has been no
previous need for protection should be discouraged.
9.
New development should be encouraged to locate so as not to require shoreline
protection.
.ill.
Areas of significance in the spawning. nesting. rearing. or residency of aquatic
and terrestrial biota should be given special consideration in reviewing of
shoreline protection actions.
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Shoreline protection actions should be discouraged in areas where they would
block beach parent material.
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Multiple use of shoreline protection structures or nonstructural solutions should
be encouraged.
Sec. IS-XXX. Transportation facilities.
The circulation network use category addresses transportation facilities such as roads.
railroads, bridges, trails, and related facilities. The impact of these facilities on shorelines can be
substantial. Some existing facilities were constructed to serve transportation needs of the moment
with a minimum expenditure and very little assessment of their primary or secondary impacts on
shoreline aesthetics. public access to the water. and resultant effects on adjacent properties and
water quality. Planning for new transportation facilities within the shoreline area today requires a
greater awareness of the environmental impacts transportation facilities will have on shorelines.
in addition to the necessity for integrating future shoreline land use plans with the transportation
system that serves developments on the shoreline.
General policies -
L Pedestrian access should be built where access to public shorelines is desirable
and has been cut off by linear transportation corridors. New linear facilities should
enable pedestrian access to public shorelines where access is desirable.
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New surface transportation facilities not related to, and necessary for the support
of, shoreline activities should be set back from the ordinary high water mark far
enough to make unnecessary protective measures such as rip rap or other bank
stabilization. landfilL bulkheads, groins, jetties, or substantial site regrade.
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Shoreline transportation facilities should be encouraged to include in their design
and development multi-modal provisions where public safety can be assured.
4.
Shoreline transportation facilities should be planned to fit the topography and
minimize cuts and fills; and should be designed. located. and maintained to
minimize erosion and degradation of water qualitv and to give special
consideration to shoreline aesthetics.
Transportation and utility facilities should be encouraged to coordinate joint use
of rights-of-way and to consolidate crossings of water bodies when adverse
impact to the shoreline can be minimized by doing so.
Transportation facilities should avoid shoreline areas known to contain
development hazards (e.g. slide and slump areas. poor foundation soils. marshes.
etc.).
7.
Transportation facilities should minimize shoreline rights-of-way by orienting
generally perpendicular to the shoreline where topographic conditions will allow.
Shoreline roadways should have a high priority for arterial beautification funds.
9.
Abandoned road or railroad rights-of-way which contain unique shoreline
amenities should be acquired for public benefit.
Federal Way should extend its trail and bicycle trail system. particularly as it
relates to shorelines. to western Federal Way.
All transportation facilities in shoreline areas should be constructed and
maintained to cause the least possible adverse impacts on the land and water
environments. should respect the natural character of the shoreline. and should
make every effort to preserve wildlife. aquatic life. and their habitats.
Sec. IS-XXX. Piers and moorages.
A pier is a structure built over or floating upon the water extending from the shore. Some
are used as a landing place for marine transport or for recreational watercraft. Piers are designed
and constructed as either water (floating) or pile supported. both of which have positive and
negative environmental aspects. Floating piers generally have less of a visual impact than those
on piling and they provide excellent protection for swimmers from boat traffic. Floating piers
however. interrupt littoral drift and can starve down current beaches where pile piers do not. Pile
piers can provide a diverse habitat for marine life. Both types can create impediments to boat
traffic and near-shore trolling. Pier construction requires regulation to l)rotect navigation rights.
preserve shoreline aesthetics. and maintain the usable water surface and aquatic lands for life
forms characteristic and important to those areas.
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drift. where scenic values will not be impaired. and where minimal alteration to
the shoreline and minimal damage to aquatic resources can be assured.
2.
Floating pier construction should be preferred in those areas where scenic values
are high.
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Piers should be discouraged where conflicts with recreational boaters and other
recreational water activities would be created by pier construction.
4.
The random proliferation of single purpose piers should be discouraged.
Preference should be given to shared use of piers in all shoreline areas.
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Temporary moorages should be permitted for vessels used in the construction of
shoreline facilities. The design and construction of such moorages shall be such
that upon termination of the project the aquatic life can be returned to their
original condition within one year at no cost to the environment or the public.
6.
Shoreline structures that are abandoned or structurallv unsafe should be abated.
7.
Substantial additions or alterations. including but not limited to substantial
developments. should be in conformance with the policies and regulations set
forth in the master program.
8.
Piers. docks. buoys. and other moorages should only be authorized after
consideration of:
a.
The effect such structures have on wildlife and aquatic life. water quality.
scenic and aesthetic values. unique and fragile areas. submerged lands. and
shoreline vegetation.
b.
The effect such structures have on navigation. water circulation.
recreational and commercial boating. sediment movement and littoral
drift. and shoreline access.
9.
Moorage buoys should be preferred over floating and pile constructed piers on all
tidal waters.
Sec. I8-XXX. Recreation.
Recreational experiences that depend on. or utilize. the shoreline include: harvesting
activities offish. shellfish. fowL minerals. and driftwood; various forms of boating. swimming.
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and shoreline pathways; and watching or recording activities. such as photography. painting. or
the viewing of water dependent activities. Principal focal points are at parks and access beaches.
road ends. viewpoints. features of special interest. water-access points. and destination points for
boaters. Facilities at these focal points may include fishing piers. swimming floats. paths. parking
areas. boat ramps. moorings. and accessory recreational facilities.
The management of recreational land is determined bv balancing the recreational carrying
capacity (or impact of the environment on people) and the ecological carrying capacity (the
impact of people on the environment). Measures to accomplish this are by designation of areas
for use-intensity. interpretation. and regulation. These different recreational use areas coincide
with the four environments - natural. conservancy. rural and urban. There are multiple benefits
derived from the park program. for example: recreational lands contribute substantially to open
space by conservation of land. preserving historic sites. offering aesthetic relief and variety.
contributing to a healthful environment. and shaping and preserving the community form. In
addition to the provisions of recreational opportunities. Federal Way coordinates with other
governmental agencies. commercial. and volunteer groups to provide these opportunities for the
public. The policies are directed toward providing shoreline dependent and water oriented
recreational opportunities. They are also directed at protecting health and safetv bv separating
incompatible activities and channeling them into their most appropriate environments.
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acquisition of prime recreation lands prior to their being þreempted for other uses.
2.
In open spaces having an established sense of nature. improvements should be
limited to those that are necessary and unlikely to detract from the primary values
of the site.
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The siting of all developments should aim to enhance and protect the area
concerned.
4.
Structural forms should harmonize the topogra¡;>hv. reinforce the use area.
minimize damage to natural resources. and support recreation with minimal
conflict.
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New buildings should be made sympathetic to the scale. form. and proportion of
older development to promote harmony in the visual relationships and transitions
between new and older buildings.
6.
Whenever possible. natural materials should be used in developing shoreline
recreational areas.
7.
Artificial irrigation and fertilization should be restricted to high-intensity use
areas.
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Existing buildings that enhance the character of the shoreline should be used for
recreation wherever possible.
Underwater parks should be extensions of shoreline parings. or be created by or
enhanced by artificial reefs where natural conditions or aquatic life could be
observed minimally interfered with.
Public recreational shoreline areas should serve as emergency havens of refuge for
boaters.
Physical and/or visual access to the water should use steep slopes. view points
from bluffs. stream vallevs. and features of special interest where it is possible to
place pathwavs consistent with public safety without requiring extensive flood or
erosion protection.
The acquisition of public easements to the shoreline through private or
quasi-public shorelines should be encouraged.
Existing public recreation shorelines should be restored where it is possible to
revegetate; re-site roads and parking areas that are close to the shoreline; and
remove stream channelization and shoreline protection devices when the facility
has either deteriorated or is inconsistent with the general goals of this program.
Prime fishing areas should be given prioritv for recreational use.
Boating activities that increase shore erosion should be discouraged.
Effective interpretation should be provided to raise the quality of visitor
experiences and to provide an understanding of the resource.
Sec. I8-XXX. Residential development.
The shorelines in Federal Way are more widely used for residential purposes than for any
other use. Much of the undeveloped shoreline is privately-owned. subdivided into small lots. and
zoned to permit residential development.
The pressure to develop shorelines for residential uses has continued to result in property
subdivision and escalating waterfront land values. Residential development of shorelines is
accomplished in a variety of ways from large plats and subdivisions to single lot development for
housing; any of which. if poorly planned. can culminate in the degradation of the shoreline
environment and water resource.
The Shoreline Management Act generally exempts".. . construction on shorelands by an
owner. lessee or contract purchaser of a single family residence for his own use or the use of his
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family..." from its permit requirements. However, even though single familv homes are not
considered substantial developments, the intent of the act has established the basis for planning
and regulating them.
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L. Residential developments should be permitted only where there are adequate
provisions for utilities, circulation, access, site lavout. and building design.
2.
Subdivisions should be designed at a level of densitv, site coverage, and
occupancy compatible with the physical capabilities of the shoreline and water
body.
1.
Residential development plans submitted for approval should contain provisions
for protection of groundwater supplies, erosion controL landscaping, and
maintenance of the shoreline integritv.
4.
Residential subdivisions should be designed so as to protect water quality,
shoreline aesthetic characteristics, vistas. and normal public use of the water.
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Subdivisions should provide public pedestrian access to the shorelines within the
development in accordance with public access element of this master program.
6.
The established velocity, quantity, and quality of stormwater discharge should be
considered in terms of the sensitivitv of the proposed receiving environment. The
disposal mode selected should minimize changes in infiltration, runoff. and
groundwater recharge.
7.
Developers of recreational projects such as summer homes, cabins, campgrounds.
and similar facilities should satisfactorily demonstrate:
a.
The suitability of the site to accommodate the proposed development
without adversely affecting the shoreline environment and water resource.
b.
Adequate provisions for all necessary utilities, including refuse disposaL
and the compatibilitv of the development with adjacent properties and
surrounding land uses.
c.
That recreational opportunity exists on the site and does not depend on
adjacent public land to furnish the activity.
DIVISION 5. SHORELINE REGULATION
Sec. I8-XXX. Environmental designations.
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Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Purpose.
The purpose of these designations is to differentiate between areas whose geographical.
hydrological. topographical. or other features imply differing objectives regarding the use and
future development of the shorelines of the city.
Each environment designation represents a particular emphasis in the type of uses and the
extent of development that should occur within it. The environmental designation system is
designed to encourage uses in each environment that enhance or are compatible with the
character of the environment. while at the same time requiring reasonable standards and
restrictions on development so that the character of the environment is not adversely impacted.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Names of environment desi~nations.
In order to accomplish the purpose of this title, environmental designations have been
established to be known as follows:
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Natural environment.
2. Conservancy environment.
1:. Rural environment.
4. Urban environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX Limits of environment designations.
Each environment designation shall consist of:
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The entire water body from its centerline or point, including all water below the
surface.
2.
The shoreline areas where severe biophysical constraints such as floodplains,
steep slopes, slide hazard areas, and/or marshes, bogs, or swamps do not cover the
entire associated wetland, proposed development in the remaining area may be
permitted consistent with the character of the surrounding land use, the physical
capabilities of the associated wetland, and applicable city land use plans and
policies.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX Establishment of designations.
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The written descriptions of the boundaries of the shoreline environment
designations as adopted by ordinance in the possession of the department shall
constitute the official legal descriptions ofthe boundaries of those environment
designations.
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The official maps prepared pursuant to WAC 173-22 in the possession of the
department shall constitute the official descriptions of the limits of all shorelands
in the City of Federal Way as defined by RCW 90.58.030 and Chapter 18.xXx.
xx of this Title.
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The department may. from time to time as new or improved information becomes
available. modify the official maps described in subsection 2 of this section
consistent with state guidelines to more accurately represent. clarify. or interpret
the true limits of the shorelines defined herein.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Location of boundaries.
1.
Boundaries indicated as following streets. highways. roads. and bridges shall be
deemed to follow the centerline of such facilities unless otherwise specified.
2.
Boundaries indicated as following railroad lines and transmission lines shall be
deemed to flow the centerline of such rights-of-way or easements unless
otherwise specified.
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Where different environmental designations have been given to a tributary and the
main stream at the point of confluence. the environmental designation given to the
main stream shall extend for a distance of200 feet up the tributary.
4.
In case of uncertain tv as to a wetland or environment boundary. the director of
community development services shall determine its exact location pursuant to
the criteria of WAC 173-22-055 and RCW 90.58.030. and the provisions of this
chapter.
Sec. 18-XXX. Urban environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Purpose.
The purpose of designating the urban environment is to ensure optimum utilization of the
shorelines of the state within urbanized areas by permitting intensive use and by managing
development so that it enhances and maintains the shorelines of the state for a multiplicity of
urban uses. The urban environment is designed to reflect a policy of increasing utilization and
efficiency of urban areas. to promote a more intense level of use through redevelopment of areas
now underutilized. and to encourage multiple use of the shorelines of the city if the maior use is
water dependent or water related. while at the same time safeguarding the quality of the
environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Desi~nation criteria.
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Designation criteria for the urban environment shall be:
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Shorelines of the city used or designated for high intensity recreational use.
2.
Shorelines of the city of lower intensity use. where surrounding land use is urban
and urban services are available.
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Shorelines of the city used or designated for multifamily residential development.
4.
Shorelines of the city developed for residential purposes and where surrounding
land use is urban and urban services are available.
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Shorelines of the city to be designated urban environment shall not have
biophysical limitations to development such as floodplains. steep slopes. slide
hazard areas. and/or marshes. bogs. or swamps.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. General Requirements.
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Non water related development and residential development shall not be pennitted
waterward of the ordinary high water mark.
2.
Except in those cases when the height requirements of the underlying zones are
more restrictive. no structure shall exceed a height of 35 feet above average grade
level. This requirement may be modified if the view of a substantial number of
residences will not be obstructed. if pennitted bv the applicable provisions of the
underlying zoning. and if the proposed development is water related or water
dependent.
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All development shall be required to provide adequate surface water retention and
sedimentation facilities during the construction period.
4.
Development shall maintain the first 50 feet of property abutting a natural
environment as required open space.
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Parking facilities. except parking facilities associated with detached single-family
development. shall confonn to the following minimum conditions:
a.
Parking areas serving a water related or a non water related use must be
located beneath or upland of the development which the parking area
serves.
b.
Any outdoor parking area perimeter. excluding entrances and exits. must
be maintained as a planting area with a minimum width of five feet.
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One live tree with a minimum height of four feet shall be required for each
30 linear feet of planting area.
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d.
One live shrub of one-gallon container size, or larger, for each 60 linear
inches of planting area shall be required.
e.
Additional perimeter and interior landscaping of parking areas may be
required, at the discretion of the director, when it is necessary to screen
parking areas or when large parking areas are proposed.
Collection facilities to control and separate contaminants shall be required where
stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces would degrade or add to the pollution
of recipient waters of adjacent properties.
The regulations of this chapter have been categorized in a number of sections,
regardless of the categorization of the various regulations, all development must
comply with all applicable regulations.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Residential development.
Single family and multiple family residential development may be permitted in the urban
environment subject to the general requirements of Chapter 22, Article XL Divisions 3 and 4,
and the following:
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4.
Single family or multiple family residential development is permitted in the
underlying zone classification.
Residential development shall not be permitted waterward of the ordinary high
water mark.
Setbacks.
a.
Single familv residential development shall maintain a minimum setback
of 20 feet from the ordinary high water mark.
b.
Multifamilv residential development shall maintain a minimum setback of
50 feet from the ordinary high water mark.
c.
Sensitive areas. If the residential development is proposed on shorelines
that include one or more sensitive areas, as defined in 18. , such
development shall maintain setbacks in accordance with regulations and
procedures set forth in 18. through 18.
Residential accessory structures may be placed within the required shoreline
setback. provided:
a.
No accessory structure. except swimming pools. shall cover more than 150
square feet.
b.
No accessory structure shall obstruct the view of the neighboring
properties.
c.
No accessory structure shall exceed eight feet in height.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Residential piers. mooraee. or launching facilities. Conditions.
Any pier. moorage. float. or launching facility authorized by Sections 18.172.04 through
18.172.06 shall be subject to the following conditions:
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Residential piers are not pennitted on the Puget Sound shoreline.
2.
No dwelling unit may be constructed on a pier.
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Excavated moorage slips shall not be pennitted accessory to single family
residences. multifamily development or as common use facilities accessory to
subdivisions and short subdivisions.
4.
No covered pier. covered moorage. covered float or other covered structure is
pennitted waterward of the ordinary high water mark.
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No pier. moorage. float. or over water structure or device shall be located closer
than 15 feet from the side property line extended. except that such structures may
abut property lines for the common use of adjacent property owners when
mutually agreed to by the property owners in a contract recorded with King
County. a copy of which must accompany an application for a building pennit or
a shoreline pennit; such joint use piers may be pennitted up to twice the surface
area allowed by this title.
6.
All piers, moorages. floats. or other such structures shall float at all times on the
surface of the water. or shall be of open pile construction. proyided no portion of
the structure shall. during the course ofthe nonnal fluctuations of the elevation of
the water body. protrude more than five feet above the surface of the water.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Residential piers. mooraee. or launching facilities. Accessory to
residential development.
Piers. moorages, floats. or launching facilities may be pennitted accessory to a single
family residence. multifamily development. or as common use facilities associated with a
subdivision. in accordance with this chapter and the following limitations:
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Private. single residence piers for the sole use of the property owner shall not be
considered an outright use on City of Federal Way shorelines.
2.
A pier may be allowed when the applicant has demonstrated a need for moorage
and the following alternatives have been investigated and are not available or
feasible:
a.
b.
c.
Commercial or marina moorage.
Floating moorage buoys.
Joint use moorage pier.
No more than one pier for each residence is permitted. On lots with less than 50
feet of waterfront, only joint use piers shall be permitted except when both lots
abutting the subject lot have legally established piers then the lot with less than 50
feet of waterfront may be permitted an individual pier.
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Multiple familv residence piers and piers associated with a subdivision as a
common use facility shall not exceed the following:
a.
No more than one pier for each 100 feet of shoreline associated with the
multifamily development subdivision, or short subdivision is permitted.
b.
The total number of moorage spaces shall be limited to one moorage space
for every two dwelling units in the multifamily development subdivision,
or short subdivision.
4.
Pier and moorage size.
a.
The maximum waterward intrusion of any portion of any pier shall be 36
feet or the point where the water depth is 13 feet below the ordinary high
water mark, whichever is reached first, provided:
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If a pier is a common use pier associated with a multiple family
development or subdivision this intrusion may be increased four
feet for each additional moorage space over six moorage spaces to
a maximum of76 feet.
b.
The maximum width of each pier shall be eight feet.
c.
No float shall have more than 100 square feet of surface area.
d.
The total surface area of piers, moorages, floats, and/or launching
facilities. or any combination thereof. associated with a single family
residence shall not exceed 500 square feet.
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e.
No pier. including finger pier. moorage. float. or over water structure or
device, shall be wider than 25 percent of the lot with which it is
associated.
Mooraf!e piles. Moorage piles not constructed in conjunction with a pier are
limited by the following conditions:
a.
All piles shall be placed so as to not constitute a hazard to navigation.
b.
No pile shall be placed more than 80 feet waterward of the ordinary high
water mark.
c.
All moorage piles shall be placed in a water depth not to exceed 13 feet
below the ordinary high water mark.
d.
No more than two moorage piles per residence are permitted.
Launching ramps and lift stations require a shoreline conditional use permit and
are limited by the following conditions:
a.
No portion of a launching ramp or lift station shall be placed more than 60
feet waterward of the ordinary high water mark.
b.
All portions of a launching ramp or lift station shall be placed at a depth
not to exceed eight feet below the ordinary high water mark.
c.
Launching rails or ramps shall be anchored to the ground through the use
of tie-type construction. Asphalt. concrete. or other ramps which solidly
cover the water body bottom are not permitted.
d.
No more than one launching rail per single family residence is permitted.
and no more than two common use launching ramps for each 100 feet of
shoreline associated with a multifamily development. short subdivision. or
subdivision.
Floats are limited under the following conditions:
a.
One float per single family residence. multifamily development. short
subdivision. or subdivision is permitted.
b.
No portion of a float shall be placed more than 36 feet waterward of the
ordinary high water mark.
c.
Retrieval lines shall not float at or near the surface of the water.
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No float shall have more than 100 square feet of surface area.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Office and commercial development.
Office development may be allowed in the urban environment subject to the requirements
ofthis chapter. provided:
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The office or commercial use or activity is permitted in the underlying zoning
classification.
2.
Office and commercial development shall maintain a shoreline setback of 50 feet
from the ordinary high water mark. The setback may be reduced to 25 feet if on-
site public access is provided to the shoreline. If the office or commercial
development is proposed on shorelines that include one or more sensitive areas. as
defined in 18.28. such development shall maintain setbacks in accordance with
regulations and procedures set forth in chapter 22. Article XIV.
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Piers. moorages. floats. and launching facilities will not be permitted in
coni unction with office or commercial development: unless they are developed as
part of on-site public access to the shoreline.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Shoreline protection.
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Shoreline protection may be permitted in the urban environment. provided:
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Bulkheads shall not be considered an outright permitted use on the Puget Sound
shoreline. In order for a proposed bulkhead to be permitted on the Puget Sound
shoreline. or for a lake shore bulkhead to qualify for the RCW 90.58.030(3)(e)(iìi)
exemption from the shoreline permit requirements. the City of Federal Way shall
review the proposed bulkhead design as it relates to local physical conditions and
the City of Federal Wav shoreline master program and must find that:
a.
Erosion from waves or currents presents a clear an imminent threat to a
legally established residence. one or more substantial accessory structures.
or public improvements:
b.
The proposed bulkhead is more consistent with the intent of the City of
Federal Way shoreline master program in protecting the site and adjoining
shorelines than other nonstructural alternatives such as slope drainage
systems. vegetative growth stabilization. gravel berms. and beach
nourishment. and that such alternatives are not technically feasible or will
not adequately protect a legally established residence or substantial
accessory structure:
c.
The proposed bulkhead is located landward of the ordinary high water
mark: and
d.
The maximum height of the proposed bulkhead is no more than one foot
above the elevation of extreme high water on tidal waters. or four feet in
height on lakes.
2.
A shoreline protection project replacing an existing bulkhead shall be placed
along the same alignment as the shoreline protection it is replacing. subject to the
following:
a.
When a bulkhead has deteriorated such that the ordinary high water mark
has been established by the presence and action of water landward of the
existing bulkhead. then the replacement bulkhead must be located at or as
near as possible to the actual ordinary high water mark.
b.
When an existing bulkhead is being repaired by the construction of a
vertical wall fronting the existing walL it shall be constructed no further
waterward of the existing bulkhead than is necessary for construction of
new footings.
c.
Beach nourishment and bioengineered erosion control projects mav be
considered a normal protective bulkhead when any structural elements are
consistent with the above requirements. and when the project has been
approved by the Department of Fish and Wildlife.
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Shoreline protection shall not have adverse impact on the property of others and
shall be designed so as not to create a need for shoreline protection elsewhere.
a.
Shoreline protection shall not significantly interfere with normal surface
and/or subsurface drainage into the water body and shall be constructed
using an approved filter cloth or other suitable means to allow passage of
surface and groundwater without internal erosion of fine material.
b.
Shoreline protection shall not be used to create new lands. except that
groins may used to create or maintain a public Class I beach if they
comply with all other conditions of this section.
c.
Groins are permitted only as part of a public beach management program.
Jetties and breakwaters are not permitted.
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Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Recreation.
Recreational development may be permitted in the urban environment subject to the
general requirements of this chapter. provided:
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The recreational development is permitted in the underlying zone.
2.
Swimming areas shall be separated from boat launch areas.
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The development of underwater sites for sport diving shall not:
a.
Take place at depths of greater than 80 feet.
b.
Constitute a navigational hazard.
c.
Be located in areas where the normal waterborne traffic would constitute a
hazard to those people who mav use such a site.
4.
The construction of swimming facilities. piers. moorages. floats. and launching
facilities below the ordinary high water mark shall be governed by the regulations
of section 18.xXX-XX of this chapter.
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Public boat launching facilities may be developed. provided:
a.
The traffic generated by such a facilitv can be safely and conveniently
handled by the streets serving the proposed facility.
b.
The facility will not be located on a Class I beach.
6.
Upland facilities constructed in conjunction with a recreational development shall
be setback and/or sited to avoid contamination ofthe shorelines of the city.
7.
Public pedestrian and bicycle pathways shall be permitted adjacent to water
bodies.
8.
Public contact with unique and fragile areas shall be permitted where it is possible
without destroying the natural character of the area.
9.
Water viewing. nature study. recording. and viewing shall be accommodated bv
space. platforms. benches. or shelter consistent with public safety and security.
Sec. 18-XXX. Rural environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Purpose.
The purpose of designating the rural environment is to restrict intensive development,
function as a buffer between urban areas, and maintain open spaces and opportunities for
recreation uses within the ecological carrying capacity of the land and water resource. New
developments in a rural environment should reflect the character of the surrounding area by
limiting intensity, providing permanent open space, and maintaining adequate building setbacks
from the water to prevent shoreline resources from being destroyed for other rural types of uses.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Desienation criteria.
Designation criteria for the rural environment shall be:
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Shorelines of the citv used or designated for residential development at a density
of three units per acre or less.
2.
Shorelines of the citv develo:ped for residential purposes where surrounding land
use is residential in character without all urban services.
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Shorelines of the city to be designated rural shall not have limitations to
development due to sensitive areas such as floodplains, steep slopes, slide hazard
areas. and/or marshes. swamps. or bogs.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. General requirements.
The general requirements for development within a rural environment shall be the same
as those for the urban environment section 18.172.03.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Residential development.
Single family residential development may be permitted in the rural environment subject
to the general requirements of the residential provisions of section 18.172.04 of the urban
environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Residential piers. mooraee. or launchine facilities.
Piers. moorages, floats, or launching facilities mav be permitted accessory to a single
family residence in accordance with sections 18.172.05 and 18.172.06 of the urban environment.
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Sec. 18~XXX.XX. Subdivisions.
The lot standards enumerated in this section apply to any lot that has buildable area
within the shorelines of the city. Buildable area means that area of the lot. exclusive of any
required open space. yards. or setbacks upon which a structure may be constructed.
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The minimum required area of a lot in the rural environment shall be five acres:
provided. however:
a.
The minimum lot area may be reduced to 15.000 square feet when:
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2. All lots are served by public water.
.1. All lots are served by an approved sewage disposal system.
4. All lots are served by paved streets.
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2.
Any lot located wholly or partially within the shorelines of the city shall be
subject to the substandard lot provisions of chapter 22. Article IV.
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Submerged land within the boundaries of any waterfront parcel shall not be used
to compute lot area. lot dimensions. yards. open space. or other similar required
conditions of land subdivision or development.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Utilities.
Utility facilities may be permitted in the rural environment subject to the utilities
requirements ofthe urban environment and the general requirements ofthis chapter.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Shoreline protection.
Shoreline Dfotection may be permitted in the rural environment subject to the shoreline
protection provisions of section 18.172.08 of the urban environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Recreation.
Recreational development may be permitted in the rural environment subject to the
general requirements of this chapter and the recreation provisions section 18.XXX of the urban
environment.
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Sec. I8-XXX. Conservancy environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Purpose.
Conservancy areas are intended to maintain their existing character. This designation is
designed to protect. conserve. and manage existing natural features and resources. The preferred
uses are those nonconsumptive of the physical and biological resources of the area.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Desienation criteria.
Designation criteria for the conservancy environment shall be:
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Shoreline areas. regardless of the underlying zoning. which have environmentally
sensitive areas as defined in 18.28.
2.
Shoreline areas that have poor drainage.
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Shoreline areas which are free from extensive development.
4.
Shoreline areas of high scenic value.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. General requirements.
The general requirements for development within a conservancy environment shall be the
same as those for the urban environment. section 18.172.03.
Sec. I8-XXX.XX. Residential development.
Single family residential development may be permitted in the conservancy environment
subject to the general requirements of chapter 22. Article XL and the residential provisions of
section 18.XXX ofthe urban environment. Single family residential development shall maintain
a minimum setback of 50 feet from the ordinary high water mark. except that:
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If the development is proposed on shorelines including one or more sensitive
areas. as defined in chapter 22. Article XIV. such development shall be done in
accordance with that article.
2.
Any pier. moorage. float. or launching facility permitted accessory to single
family development. or a common use facility accessory to a subdivision or short
subdivision. shall be subject to the pier. moorage. float. and launching facility
provisions of section 18- xxx XX of the urban environment: provided no such
authorized structure shall be located within 200 feet of any other structure.
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Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Residential piers. moorage. or launching facilities.
Piers. moorages, floats. or launching facilities may be permitted accessory to a single
family residence in accordance with sections 18.xXX and 18.xXX of the urban environment:
provided no such authorized structure shall be located within 200 feet of any other structure.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Subdivisions.
The lot standards enumerated in this section apply to any lot that has buildable area
within the shorelines of the city. Buildable area means that area of the lot exclusive of any
required open space. yards. or setbacks upon which a structure may be constructed.
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The minimum required area of a lot in the conservancy environment shall be five
acres. provided. however:
a.
The minimum lot area may be reduced to 35000 square feet when:
.L All lots are part of an approved subdivision or short subdivision.
2. All lots are served by public water.
~ All lots are served by an approved sewage disposal system.
4. All lots are served by paved streets.
~ All lots have a minimum width of 100 feet.
2.
Any lot located wholly or partiallv within the shorelines of the city shall be
subject to the substandard lot provisions of chapter 22. Article IV.
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Submerged land within the boundaries of any waterfront parcel shall not be used
to compute lot area. lot dimensions. yards. open space. or other similar required
conditions of land subdivision or development.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Utilities.
Utility facilities may be permitted in the conservancy environment subject to the utilities
requirements ofthe urban environment and the general requirements of this chapter.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Shoreline protection.
Shoreline protection may be permitted in the conservancy environment subject to the
shoreline protection provisions section 18.xXX of the urban environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Recreation.
Recreational development may be permitted in the conservancy environment subject to
the general requirements of this chapter and the recreation provisions section 18.XXX ofthe
urban environment.
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Sec. I8-XXX. Natural environment.
Sec. I8-XXX.XX. Purpose.
The purpose of designating the natural environment is to preserve and restore those
natural resource systems existing relatively free of human influence. These systems require
severe restrictions of intensities and tvpes of uses permitted so as to maintain the integrity of the
natural environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Desi~nation criteria.
Designation criteria for the natural environment shall be:
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A shoreline area that provides food. water. or cover and protection for any rare.
endangered. or diminishing species.
2.
A seasonal haven for concentrations of native animals. fish. or fowL such as a
migration route. breeding site. or spawning site.
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Shoreline areas considered to best represent the basic ecosvstem and geologic
types which are of particular scientific interest.
4.
Shoreline areas which best represent undisturbed natural areas.
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Shoreline areas with established histories of scientific research.
6.
Those shoreline areas having an outstanding or unique scenic feature in their
natural state.
7.
In addition to the above criteria. the following should be considered when
designating natural environments:
a.
b.
Areas where human influence and development are minimal.
Areas capable of easily being restored to a natural conditions.
Saltwater marshes. bogs. and swamps.
Class I beaches.
c.
d.
Sec. I8-XXX.XX. Residential development.
Single family residential development may be permitted in the natural environment
subject to the general requirements of chapter 22. Article XL and the single family provisions.
section 18 XXX.XX. of the urban environment; provided. single family residential development
shall maintain a minimum setback of 100 feet from the ordinary high water mark. except that:
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If development is proposed on shorelines including one or more sensitive areas. as
defined in chapter 22. Article XIV, such development shall be done in accordance
with regulations and procedures set forth in that article.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Residential piers. mooraee. or launchin~ facilities.
Piers, moorages. floats. or launching shall not be permitted in a natural environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Subdivisions.
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The minimum required area in the natural environment shall be five acres.
2.
The minimum required lot width in the natural environment shall be 330 feet.
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Any lot located wholly or partially within the shorelines of the city shall be
considered a legal building site, provided that such lot shall be subject to the
substandard lot provisions of chapter 22, Article IV.
4.
Submerged land within the boundaries of any waterfront parcel shall not be used
to compute lot area. lot dimensions, yards. open space. or other required
conditions of land subdivision or development.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Shoreline protection.
Shoreline protection shall not be permitted in the natural environment.
Sec. 18-XXX.XX. Recreation.
Recreational development may be permitted in the natural environment subject to the
general requirements of this chapter. provided:
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The recreational development will not require any significant filling. excavation,
or regrading involving more than 15 percent of that portion of the site within the
shorelines of the city.
2.
The construction of indoor swimming pools, gyms. and other indoor recreational
facilities is prohibited.
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Piers. moorages. floats. or launching facilities constructed in conjunction with
recreational development shall not be permitted, except that floating walkways or
other similar over water pedestrian structures facilitating access to observation
points or viewing areas may be permitted.
Sec. 18-164. Application and public notice.
An application for a substantial development permit shall be made to the department of
community development on forms prescribed by the department. Upon submittal of a complete
application, and required fees, the department shall instruct the applicant to publish notices of the
application at least once a week on the same day of the week for two consecutive weeks in a
newspaper of general circulation within the city. The applicant shall also provide additional
public notice as prescribed in process IV, section 22-431 et seq.
(Ord. No. 90-38, § 1(24.40),2-27-90; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3,4-1-97)
Cross reference(s)--Process IV review requirements, § 22-431 et seq.
Sec. 18-165. Procedure for review.
The substantial development permit shall be reviewed under the provisions of process III,
section 22-386 et seq. and the director of community development services shall be the final
approval authority for the permit.
(Ord. No. 90-38, § 1(24.50),2-27-90; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3,4-1-97)
Cross reference(s)--Process III review requirements, § 22-386 et seq.
Sec. 18-166. Shoreline variance.
(a) The purpose of a shoreline variance is to grant relief to specific bulk, dimensional or
performance standards set forth in the shoreline master program, and where there is an
extraordinary or unique circumstance relating to the property such that the strict implementation
of the shoreline master program would impose unnecessary hardship on the applicant or thwart
the policies of the Shoreline Management Act.
(b) When a variance is requested, the substantial development permit and the variance
shall be reviewed under the provisions of process IV, section 22-431 et seq., and the hearing
examiner shall be the final approval authority.
(c) A variance from the standards of the master program may be granted only when the
applicant can demonstrate that all the following conditions will apply:
(1)
That the strict requirements of the bulk, dimensional or performance standards set
forth in the master program precludes or significantly interferes with a reasonable
use of the property not otherwise prohibited by the master program;
(2)
That the hardship described above is specifically related to the property, and is the
result of unique conditions such as irregular lot shape, size, or natural features,
and the application of the master program, and not for example, from deed
restriction or the applicant's own actions;
(3)
That the design ofthe project will be compatible with other permitted activities in
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the area and will not cause adverse effects to adjacent properties or the shoreline
environment;
(4)
That the variance authorized does not constitute a grant of special privilege not
enjoyed by other properties, and will be the minimum necessary to afford relief;
(5)
That the public interest will suffer no substantial detrimental effect;
(6)
That the public rights of navigation and use of the shorelines will not be adversely
affected by the granting of the variance when the proposal is for development
located waterward of the ordinary high-water mark, or within marshes, bogs or
swamps; and
(7)
That consideration has been given to the cumulative effect of like actions in an
area where similar circumstances exist, and whether this cumulative effect would
be consistent with shoreline policies or would have substantial adverse effects on
the shoreline.
(d) Shoreline variances may not be used to permit a use that is specifically prohibited in
an environment, or to vary uses permitted within an environmental designation.
(Ord. No. 90-38, § 1(24.60.10--24.60.40),2-27-90; Ord. No. 97-291, § 3,4-1-97)
Cross reference(s)--Process IV review requirements, § 22-431 et seq.
Sec. 18-167. Conditional uses.
(a) Conditional use permits are allowed to provide greater flexibility in varying the
application of the use regulations of the shoreline master program in a manner which will be
consistent with the policies ofRCW ch. 90.28, particularly where denial of the application would
thwart the policies of the Shoreline Management Act.
(b) When a conditional use is requested, the substantial development permit and the
conditional use shall be reviewed under the provisions of process V, section 22-476 et seq., and
the city council shall be the final approval authority.
(c) Conditional uses have unique and special characteristics which require a special
degree of control to make the uses compatible with other existing or permitted uses in the same
environment, and to assure that the use is in the public interest. In authorizing a conditional use
permit, special conditions may be attached to the permit by the city council to prevent
undesirable effects or mitigate environmental impacts of the proposed use.
(d) Conditional use permits shall be authorized only when they are consistent with the
following criteria:
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(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
The proposed use is consistent with the policies ofRCW 90.58.020 and the
policies of the master program;
The use will not interfere with normal public use of surface waters;
The use will cause no unreasonable adverse effects on the shoreline or
surrounding properties or uses, and is compatible with other permitted uses in the
area;
The public interest will suffer no substantial detrimental effect;
Consideration has been given to cumulative impact of additional request for like
actions in the area.
(e) Other uses not set forth in the shoreline master program may be authorized through a
conditional use permit if the applicant can demonstrate that extraordinary circumstances preclude
reasonable use ofthe property; however, uses specifically prohibited by the master program may
not be authorized.
(Ord. No. 90-38, § 1(24.70.10--24.70.50),2-27-90)
Cross reference(s)--Process III review requirements, § 22-476 et seq.
Sec. 18-168. Final approval of substantial development permits.
(a) The director of community development shall notify the following agencies or persons
within five days of the final approval of a substantial development permit and any variances or
conditional uses granted:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
The applicant;
The state department of ecology;
The state attorney general;
Any person who has submitted written comments on the application;
Any person who has requested notification in writing prior to final approval of the
permit.
(b) No work may commence on a site requiring a substantial development permit until 30
days following the date of receipt of the substantial development permit by the state department
of ecology, and written notification has been received from the department of ecology that the
review period has been completed.
(Ord. No. 90-38, § 1(24.80.10,24.80.20),2-27-90)
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Sec. 18-169. Combined hearing authority.
In those cases when development proposed in the shorelines may require a public hearing
under the authority of other chapters of this Code, the hearings may be combined.
(Ord. No. 90-38, § 1(24.90),2-27-90)
Sec. 18-170. Alteration or reconstruction of nonconforming use or development.
(a) Applications for substantial development or building permits to modify a
nonconforming use or development may be approved only if:
(1)
The modifications will make the use or development less nonconforming; or
(2)
The modifications will not make the use or development more nonconforming.
(b) A use or development, not conforming to existing regulations, which is destroyed,
deteriorated, or damaged more than 75 percent of its fair market value may be reconstructed only
consistent with regulations set forth in this article.
(Ord. No. 90-38, § 1(24.100),2-27-90)
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CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
Planning Commission
DATE
March 24, 1998
APPLICANT
City of Federal Way
PROPOSED ACTION
Text Amendments to Chapter 18, Article III, City of
Federal Way (Shoreline Management Master
Program)
STAFF REPRESENTATIVE
Don Largen, AICP
Planning Consultant
McConnell/Burke, Inc.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission
use this report as basis upon which the Commission
develops a recommendation of proposed Shoreline
Management Master Program amendments for City
Council consideration.
I.
INTRODUCTION
Several items have been identified and prioritized by the City Council for completion during its
1997 Planning Commission work program. One of these tasks is a review and update of the
City's Shoreline Management Master Program (SMMP).
The scope of the review is to update the SMMP relative to the following items:
1. Whether the current designation of shoreline environments is still appropriate.
2. Eliminating those portions of the SMMP that are not applicable to Federal
Way's shorelines. .
3. Updating the SMMP relative to amendments to the State Shoreline
Management Act.
4. Updating the SMMP to reflect requirements in ESHB 1724 Regulatory
Reform.
5. Relating the SMMP to the Comprehensive Plan under GMA.
6. Updating the supporting development regulations.
II.
BACKGROUND
The SMMP is the document, along with supporting development regulations, which controls
development within 200 feet of a regulated shoreline. The City of Federal Way adopted its
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èurrent SMMP in February, 1990 at the same time as the City's incorporation. Since the City was
in the process of incorporating at that time and having to meet the requirements of the Growth
Management Act, the King County SMMP and supporting development regulations were
adopted by reference in order to comply with the State Shoreline Management Act. This was a
reasonable choice since much of the City's shoreline was developed under the County's
regulations.
The King County SMMP contains policies and regulations for a much broader range of land uses
and activities than are found or allowed on Federal Way's shorelines. Examples would be forest
practices and industrial uses. Other policies and regulations may not be specific enough to the
City's shorelines since the King County SMMP was written for a greater variety of shoreline uses
and environments. .
The King County SMMP had also not been updated for some time. Since the City's adoption of
the SMMP there have been several changes to the State Shoreline Management Act relative to
permit process, clarification of language used in the Act, and the relationship to other planning
processes. These updates do not dramatically change the Act, but they do need to be reflected in
the City's SMMP.
The shorelines in the City that are regulated under the SMMP are those along Puget Sound, all of
Steel Lake, and those portions of North Lake and Lake Kilarney that are located within the City's
boundaries. The land uses along the Puget Sound shoreline consist of parks and single family
residential development. Steel Lake's shoreline is developed as single family residences, with the
exception of a multiple family development at the west end of the lake and a portion of Steel lake
Park. The North Lake shoreline is adjacent to the Weyerhaeuser corporate headquarters, which is
zoned CP-l (Corporate Park). Land along the Lake Kilamey shoreline is zoned OP-l (Office
Park 1), with a small portion of single family residential and a park.
III.
PROVISIONS NOT ApPLICABLE TO THE CITY
The Federal Way shorelines are developed primarily in residential and recreational uses', with
limited commercial development on two of the lakes. The SMMP contains a number of chapters
and sections that deal with issues and policies for land uses that do not occur on the City's
shorelines. Therefore, these sections can be removed. The table of contents of the attached draft
SMMP depicts the uses or activities that do not occur or that are not allowed on the City's
shorelines by a strike through.
The attached draft of the SMMP also contains edits to the document so that the text containing
descriptions and policies is updated specific to Federal Way. They are also indicated with a
strike through or an underline.
The regulations that implement the SMMP also contain provisions for uses and activities that are
not applicable to the City's shorelines. The provisions pertaining to those uses and issues deleted
from the SMMP may also be removed from the City's shoreline regulations.
IV.
SHORELINE ENVIRONMENT DESIGNATIONS
The existing SMMP designates four shoreline environments: Urban, Rural, Conservancy, and
Natural. Each environment category includes: (1) a definition describing the development, use
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'and/or features which characterize the area, (2) a purpose which clarifies the meaning and intent
of the designation, and (3) general policies designed to regulate use and development consistent
with the character of the designated environment. We have reviewed these designations and
their locations on the City's shorelines to determine if they are still appropriate.
A. URBAN ENVIRONMENT
The Urban Environment is an area of high intensity land use including residential, commercial,
and recreational development. This Environment is particularly suitable to those areas presently
subjected to extremely intensive use pressure, as well as areas planned to accommodate urban
expansion, and areas currently in urban use. The Urban Environment designation includes two
sections of the Puget Sound shoreline, all of the shoreline around Steel Lake, the Lake Kilarney
shoreline that is within the City, and approximately half of the North Lake shoreline that is in the
City.
The areas designated as Urban are all characterized by urban uses, either single family
residential, multiple family residential, office uses, or parks. The underlying zoning also allows
for these uses and densities. Therefore, it appears that the sections of the City's shoreline
designated as Urban Environments are appropriate and do not require a different designation.
B. RURAL ENVIRONMENT
The purpose of designating the Rural Environment is to preserve agricultural land, restrict
intensive development along undeveloped shorelines, function as a buffer between urban areas,
and maintain open spaces and opportunities for recreational uses within the ecological carrying
capacity of the land and water resource. New developments in a Rural Environment should
reflect the character of the surrounding area by limiting density, providing permanent open space
and by maintaining adequate building setbacks from water to prevent shoreline resources from
being destroyed for other of uses.
Currently, the Rural designation exists for three sections of the Puget Sound shoreline. These
areas are developed with single family residences at urban densities. The exception to this
pattern of development is the Dumas Bay Center.
The development regulations for the Rural designation are basically the same as for the Urban
designation, with the exception of allowed densities. Most of these sections of the shoreline are
also zoned for single family residential development at densities higher than that specified in the
Rural designation.
C. CONSERVANCY ENVIRONMENT
The Conservancy Environment consists of shoreline areas which are generally free from
intensive development. It is the most suitable designation for shoreline areas of high scenic or
historical values, parks and recreation, and for areas unsuitable for development due to sensitive
areas.
The Conservancy designation occurs at Dash Point State Park, properties along Dash Point itself,
the undeveloped Poverty Bay Park, a residential section of the Puget Sound shoreline towards the
north end of the City, and approximately one-half of the North Lake"shoreline that is in the City.
The Conservancy designation for the two park sites is clearly appropriate. This designation also
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åppears appropriate due to the presence of steep slopes in those two sections of the Puget Sound
shoreline.
The North Lake shoreline is partially developed with Weyerhauser corporate offices. The
underlying zoning for this portion of the North lake shoreline is Office Park (OP) and only
permits office type development. As a result, the shoreline for this area of the lake might be
more appropriately changed to an Urban designation.
D.
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
The Natural Environment consists of areas characterized by the presence of some unique natural
features considered valuable in their undisturbed or original condition and which are relatively
intolerant of intensive human use. Such areas should be essentially free from development or be
capable of being easily restored to natural condition, and they should be large enough to protect
the value of the resource.
The only Natural Environment designated in the City is on the Puget Sound shoreline at Dumas
Bay Park. This is a short section of shoreline that has been left in an essentially unaltered state.
Therefore, this appears to be an appropriate designation for this location.
v.
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
The City's Municipal Code Chapter 18, Article III Shoreline Management adopts the King
County shoreline management regulations by reference. These regulations are referenced as
King County Code Title 25 Shoreline Management and include the following chapters:
25.04 Purpose - Title - Scope
25.08 Definitions
25.12 Environment Designations
25.16 Urban Environment
25.20 Rural Environment
25.24 Conservancy Environment
25.28 Natural Environment
These chapters, as amended by the recommendations within this section, should be incorporated
into Chapter 18, Article III and numbered accordingly. Each of the above King County chapters
is discussed below. Appendix B contains the full edited text of the updated shoreline
development regulations.
25.04 Purpose - Title - Scope
The existing Sections 18-161 and 18-163 of the City's Shoreline Management regulations address
the issues of purpose and authority, and jurisdiction. They essentially cover the same regulatory
intent as those in King County 25.04. This chapter of the King County code can be deleted.
25.08 Definitions
The King County shoreline code contains sixty-five definitions. Approximately half of these
definitions are either common to the City's overall Municipal Code (e.g. height, Department,
nonconforming use) or that pertain to items that are not applicable to the City's shorelines. These
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'definitions can be deleted, leaving thirty-two definitions to be incorporated into Chapter 18,
Article Ill.
25.12 Environment Designations
This chapter outlines the purpose and establishes the adopted shoreline environment
designations. This chapter is edited to be specific to Federal way.
25.16 Urban Environment
This chapter specifies allowed uses and activities within the Urban Environment designation and
their associated development conditions. As with the SMMP as a whole, this chapter includes
uses and activities that are either not allowed due to underlying zoning or that~ not occur on
the City's shorelines. The following sections may be deleted from this chapter:
Agricultural Practices
Aquatic Resource Practices
Forest Management Practices
Industrial Development
Commercial
A new section has been added to reflect the allowed Office zoning district adjacent to North
Lake. The rest of the section has been edited to be specific to Federal Way
25.20 Rural Environment
25.24 Conservancy Environment
25.28 Natural Environment
These sections have been similarly edited to reflect the policies and uses in a similar manner as
with the Urban Environment.
VI.
SHORELINE MANAGEMENT ACT AMENDMENTS
In 1996 the State Shoreline Management Act (SMA) was amended to clarify several provisions
relating to developments exempt from shoreline permits, remove language that was in conflict
with the Growth Management Act, and to clarify permit processes. (Note: more extensive
amendments to the SMA were anticipated in 1997, however, the State legislature remanded the
proposed amendments back to Department of Ecology staff for further consideration). The
Washington Administrative Code (W AC) 173-27 establishes the rules and procedures for
processing shoreline permits, including what type of developments are exempt from the shoreline
permit requirement. Note that the SMA procedural amendments have been given a new chapter
number. All references in the City's codes that reference WAC 173-14 should be amended to
reference WAC 173-27.
Development on the City's shorelines is regulated through the Shoreline Substantial
Development Permit (SDP) process. If not specified as exempt in the WAC, projects will
usually require a shoreline permit if they cost more than $2,500 or involve grading in excess of
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250 cubic yards of material. The exception is for residential piers on fresh water, which have a
dollar threshold of $10,000.
Single family homes built by the landowners for their own residence are generally exempt from
the permit requirement. A single family home also includes those structures and developments
that are considered a normal appurtenance. The SMA identifies garages decks, driveways,
utilities, fences, septic tanks and drainfields as normal appurtenances, but it also gives the local
jurisdiction the authority to add other items.
The SMA also identifies grading less than 250 cubic yards as a normal appurtenance to a single
family home. However, in many cases a single family home will require greater than 250 cubic
yards of grading, which includes any importing, exporting, and onsite movement of material.
This apparent conflict in the SMA has been clarified by Department of Ecology staff: as long as
the dirt being moved is a result of excavation necessary for such things as the footings,
foundations, or retaining walls of a residence and the excavated material is being removed from
the regulated shoreline area, then the development of a single family home is exempt from the
permit requirement. The City's SMMP should include this clarification and have it reflected in
the supporting development regulations.
VII.
ESHB 1724 - REGULA TORY REFORM
As mentioned above, additional amendments to the SMA were anticipated in 1997, many of
which were intended to respond to the legislative requirements of ESHB 1724 Regulatory
Reform. Since that did not occur the items specific to ESHB 1724 are few. The City adopted
provisions to enact ESHB 1724 last year which specify permit process procedures and
requirements. The one item that should be included is that the appeal period for appealing a
decision on a shoreline permit has been changed from 30 days to 21 days.
VIII. GMA
Under the Growth Management Act the goals and policies of a shoreline master program are
considered as an element of the City's comprehensive plan. This update of the SMMP has been
reviewed relative to land use and shoreline policies of the comprehensive plan and it appears that
the revisions and updates are consistent with the plan. It is not required that the SMMP be
incorporated directly into the comprehensive plan; a simple reference to the SMMP is sufficient.
It should also be noted that the adoption process for an updated SMMP is separate from the
comprehensive plan amendment process.
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CITY OF -
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DA TE:
May 28, 1998
TO:
Phil Watkins, Chair
Land U se/Transportation committe~t \
Jeff Pratt, Surface Water Manager '\$)~
FROM:
SUBJECT:
South 356th Regional Stonn Water Control Facility - Final Project Acceptance
Background:
Attached please find the May 13, 1997 memo entitled So 356th Regional Storm Water Control
Facility - Bid A ward. This memo was presented to the committee as part of a request for
permission to award the referenced project. The low project bid was $1,738,701.47 from Porter
Brother Construction, Inc.(PBC Inc.). The Committee also approved a requested 10% construction
contingency in the amount of $173,870.15 for a total approved contract budget of $1,912,571.62.
The project has been completed and the contractor is now requesting release of the retainage
associated with the project. Prior to release of retainage on a Public Works project, the City
Council must accept the work as complete to meet State Department of Revenue and State
Department of Labor and Industries requirements.
The final construction cost for the So 356th Regional Storm Water Control Facility project, is
$1,741,561.39; $171,010.23 below the approved construction contract budget of $1,912,571.62.
An overview of the ending project balance follows:
Project Costs:
Project Design
$204,727
Property acquisition
$1,189,455
Project Construction
Construction Cost (PBC Inc.)
Construction Management
Underground Utility Conversion
$1,741,561
$ 145,633
$ 120,000
Total Project Cost:
$3,401,376
Project Appropriation:
$3,576,753*
Ending Project Balance:
$175,377
* This amowlt includes $717,()()(},()(} contributed toward the project by WDOT as part of a joint venture to provide storm
water quality and quantity control for their SR161 improvements and $284.830 approved budget increase.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the following item be placed on the June 7, 1998 Council Consent Agenda
for approval:
1.
Final acceptance of the completed So 356th Regional Storm Water Control Facility,
constructed by Porter Brother Construction, Inc.
K:ILUTCIS356TIlRS.WPD
DATE:
May 28, 1998
TO:
Phil Watkins, Chair
Land Use/Transportation Committee ~\
Jeff Pratt, Surface Water Manager ~\~
SeaTac Phase I (Belmor) RFB98-107 - Authority to Award Bid
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Background:
On May 28, 1998, the City received four bids on the referenced project. The low-bid contractor
for this project is Stan Palmer Construction, Inc., with a total bid amount of $1,426,937.56. This
bid amount is 28 % lower than the average bid of the next three lowest bidders combined, and
0.23 % higher than the engineer's estimated construction cost for this project (see attached bid
tabulation) .
Based on the reference checks completed by CH2M HILL, Inc., the City's Design Consultant on
this project and by City staff, there is no known reason why this low bidder should not be able
to successfully complete this project to the City's satisfaction.
The project budget status is as follows:
Design
$ 195,900.00
Acquisition
$47,000.00
Construction Management
$ 214,700.00
Construction
$1,569,631.31 *
$2,027,231.31
Total Project Costs
Council Authorized Budget
$1,853,356.00
Costs - Budget
$ 173,875.31
* Includes 10% contingency
The estimated project shortfall ($173,875.31) is due to a two year construction delay and includes
the 10% construction contingency in the amount of $142,693.56.
Recommendations:
Staff recommends that the project budget be amended by a budget increase in the amount of
$173,875.31. Staff recommends the award of this project to the lowest responsive, responsible
bidder, Stan Palmer Construction, Inc., in the amount of $1,426,937.56 and that a 10%
construction contingency totaling $142, 693.75 be established for the project. In addition, staff
recommends that this matter be placed on the June 16, 1998 City Council meeting consent agenda
for their consideration.
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Bid Tabulation "RFB 98-107"
South 324th to South 336th Trunk Storm Drainage and Belmor Regional Storage Facility Improvements Project
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Vendor Name -> Stan Palmer COnstruction, In Pivetta Brothers COnstructJan Gary Merlino Construction C ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
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Item Amount Price Total Price Total Price Total Price Total Price Total
1 Surveying 1 12,000.00 12,000.00 21,500.00 21,500.00 19,000.00 19,000.00 25,000.00 25,000.00 10,700.00 10,700.00
2 ;:orce Account 25000 1.00 25,000.00 1.00 25,000.00 1.00 25,000.00 1.00 25,00000 1.00 25,000.00
3 Mobilization 1 114,000.00 114,000.00 130,000.00 130,000.00 120,000.00 120,000.00 190,000.00 190,000 00 119,000.00 119,000.00
4 Clearing and Grubbing 1 30,000.00 30,000.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 44,200.00 44,200.00 50,000.00 50,000.00 3,116.70 3,116.70
5 Removal 01 Structure and Obs 1 7,000.00 7,000.00 9,000.00 9,000.00 6,100.00 6,100.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 2,717.80 2,717.80
6 Excavation Inc. Haul 21114 11.00 232,254.00 9.75 205,861.50 13.50 285,039.00 18.00 380,052.00 5.36 113,171.04
7 Embankment Compaction 2103 5.00 10,515.00 15.00 31,545.00 2.20 4,626.60 5.00 10,515.00 1.21 2,544.63
8 Benton~e Amended Backfill 1300 10.00 13,000.00 8.75 11,375.00 17.00 22,100.00 50.00 65,000.00 21.40 27,820.00
9 Benton~e Seal 975 24.00 23,400.00 20.00 19,500.00 28.00 27,300.00 75.00 73,125.00 42.80 41,730.00
10 Trench Stabilization Material 576 25.00 14,400.00 13.50 7,776.00 23.00 13,248.00 35.00 20,160.00 16.05 9,244.80
11 Streambed Gravel 124 40.00 4,960.00 23.50 2,914.00 54.00 6,696.00 50.00 6,200.00 64.20 7,960.80
12 Training Stones 103 50.00 5,150.00 66.00 6,798.00 75.00 7,725.00 75.00 7,725.00 32.10 3,306.30
13 Drain Gravel 26 30.00 780.00 13.50 351.00 50.00 1 ,300. 00 30.00 780.00 12.84 333.84
14 light loose Riprap 812 30.00 24,360.00 18.50 15,022.00 33.00 26,796.00 30.00 24,360.00 21.40 17,376.80
15 Quarry Spalls 526 27.00 14,202.00 15.50 8,153.00 35.00 18,410.00 30.00 15,780.00 21.40 11,256.40
16 Crushed Surfacing Top Cams 439 20.00 8,780.00 15.00 6,585.00 37.00 16,243.00 20.00 8,780.00 14.45 6,343.85
17 Crushed Surfacing Base COur 2033 20.00 40,660.00 15.00 30,495.00 23.70 48,182.10 20.00 40,660.00 14.45 29,376.85
18 Structure Excavation Class B i 11529 4.00 46,116.00 8.75 100,878.75 5.30 61,103.70 18.00 207,522.00 3.65 42,060.85
19 Controlled Density Fill (CDF) 135 65.00 8,775.00 55.00 7,425.00 140.00 18,900.00 100.00 13,500.00 80.25 10,833.75
20 Aspha~ Canst. Pavement CI. 104 100.00 10,400.00 110.00 11,440.00 120.00 12,480.00 100.00 10,400.00 64.20 6,676.80
21 Belmor Outlet Control Structur 1 40,000.00 40,000.00 46,075.00 46,075.00 37,500.00 37,500.00 40,000.00 40,000.00 30,281.00 30,281.00
22 Concrete Headwall 1 18,000.00 18,000.00 6,500.00 6,500.00 14,000.00 14,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 7,939.40 7,939.40
23 Plain 51. Culv. Pipe Arch 0.161 18 700.00 12,600.00 622:00 11,196.00 730.00 13,140.00 750.00 13,500.00 428.00 7,704.00
24 Precast Concrete Vau~ 6 It - 1 1 15,000.00 15,000.00 24,850.00 24,850.00 25,500.00 25,500.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 18,832.00 18,832.00
25 Gabien Cribbing 37 150.00 5,550.00 121.00 4,477.00 150.00 5,550.00 150.00 5,550.00 107.00 3,959.00
26 Underdraln Pipe 41n. Dlam. 160 10.00 1,600.00 12.50 2,000.00 21.00 3,360.00 8.00 1,280.00 8.23 1,316.80
27 Underdrain Pipe 6 In Dlam. 135 25.00 3,375.00 15.75 2,126.25 25.00 3,375.00 8.00 1,080.00 12.17 1,642.95
28 Drain Pipe 4 In. Dlam 50 10.00 500.00 13.00 650.00 35.00 1,750.00 8.00 400.00 6.42 321.00
29 Drain Pipe 61n. Dlam 25 12.00 300.00 16.25 406.25 60.00 1, 500 . 00 8.00 200.00 9.63 240.75
30 Dfaln Pipe 8 In. Dlam 22 14.00 308.00 17.00 374.00 100.00 2,200.00 20.00 440.00 10.70 235.40
31 Drain Stann Sewer 12" 10 20.00 200.00 19.00 190.00 150.00 1 , 500 . 00 50.00 500.00 69.55 695.50
32 Drain Stann Sewer 18" 300 25.00 7,500.00 40.00 12,000.00 43.00 12,900.00 40.00 12,000.00 23.75 7,125.00
33 Class IV Stann Sewer 24" 112 60.00 6,720.00 48.25 5,404.00 100.00 11,200.00 100.00 11,200.00 43.81 4,906.72
34 Class IV Storm Sewer 36" 13 150.00 1,950.00 127.00 1,651.00 250.00 3,250.00 180.00 2,340.00 92.70 1,205.10
35 Class IV Storm Sewer 42'" 174 110.00 19,140.00 140.00 24,360.00 140.00 24,360.00 100.00 17,400.00 104.17 18,125.58
36 Class IV Stann Sewer 48" 704 100.00 70,400.00 145.50 102,432.00 163.00 114,752.00 140.00 98,560.00 129.63 91,259.52
37 Class IV Stann Sewer 84" 230 350.00 80,500.00 305.00 70,150.00 430.00 98,900.00 400.00 92,000.00 474.99 109,247.70
38 TR 5 ST. Stann Sewer Pipe ( 14 50.00 700.00 119.00 1,666.00 400.00 5,600.00 250.00 3,500.00 80.47 1,126.58
39 Schedule 40 PVC 61n. Diam., 330 22.00 7,260.00 25.00 8,250.00 47.00 15,510.00 20.00 6,600.00 20.87 6,887.10
40.1 Electrical Condu~ 21n. Dlam. 60 25.00 1,500.00 4.50 270.00 15.00 900 . 00 8.00 480.00 11.73 703.80
40.2 Electrical COndu~ 4 In. Dlam. 2060 4.00 8,240.00 8.00 16,480.00 8.50 17,510.00 8.00 16,480.00 14.66 30,199.60
41 Yard Drain 6 100.00 600.00 350.00 2,100.00 320.00 1,920.00 600.00 3,600.00 53.50 321.00
~ Catch Basin Type I 1 700.00 700.00 750.00 750.00 1 , 000 . 00 1,000.00 1,00000 1,000.00 1,177.00 1,177.00
j Manhole 48 In. Dlam. Type I 1 1,600.00 1,600.00 1,600.00 1,600.00 2,500.00 2,500.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,140.00 2,140.00
44 Manhole 72 In. Dlam. Type 3 2 3,000.00 6,000.00 2,500.00 5,000.00 4,700.00 9,400.00 2,500.00 5,000.00 5,029.00 10,058.00
45 CB 12 to 20Ft 108 In Diam. 1 8,000.00 8,000.00 9,100.00 9,100.00 12,600.00 12,600.00 7,500.00 7,500.00 7,918.00 7,918.00
46 Manhole 84 In. Dlam. Type 3 1 6,200.00 6,200.00 8,000.00 8,000.00 11,300.00 11,300.00 7,500.00 7,500.00 6,955.00 6,955.00
47 Catch Basin 102 In. Type 2 1 11,000.00 11 ,000. 00 13,850.00 13,850.00 17,500.00 17,500.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 10,593.00 10,593.00
48 Manhole 102 In. Dlam. Type 3 1 7,800.00 7,800.00 11,100.00 11,100.00 15,700.00 15,700.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 10,593.00 10,593.00
49 Manhole 132 In. Dlam. Type 3 1 14,000.00 14,000.00 17,620.00 17,620.00 28,800.00 28,800.00 20,000.00 20,000.00 14,017.00 14,017.00
50 Adjust Catch Basin 1 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00 300.00 300.00 250.00 250.00 535.00 535.00
51 Adjust Manhole 2 200.00 400.00 175.00 350.00 500.00 1,000.00 250.00 500.00 642.00 1,284.00
52 Commercial Concrete 2 700.00 1,400.00 75.00 150.00 1 ,000. 00 2,000.00 500 . 00 1 ,000. 00 214.00 428.00
53 Sluice Gates 1 3,500.00 3,500.00 4,146.00 4,146.00 6,200.00 6,200.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 4,280.00 4,280.00
54 Topsoil Type A 11 25.00 275.00 20.00 220.00 62.00 682.00 30.00 330.00 26.75 294.25
55 Topsoil Type B 1227 6.00 7,362.00 20.00 24,540.00 23.00 28,221.00 15.00 18,405.00 7.49 9,190.23
56 Seeding, Fertilizing, Mulching 61157 0.06 3,669.42 0.25 15,289.25 0.10 6,115.70 0.15 9,173.55 0.08 4,892.56
57 Temporary Erasion and Sedim 1 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 28,300.00 28,300.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 19,828.60 19,828.60
58 Top Cou"",, 17 40.00 680.00 45.00 255.00 37.50 637.50 50.00 850.00 14.45 245.65
59 Pea Gravel Fi~er Material 8 30.00 240.00 16.00 128.00 250.00 2,000.00 50.00 400.00 21.40 171.20
60 PSIPE Douglas Fir 22 200.00 4,400.00 210.00 4,620.00 180.00 3,960.00 150.00 3,300.00 130.88 2,879.36
61 PSIPE Korean Dogwood 4 360.00 1,440.00 405.00 1,620.00 350.00 1,400.00 300.00 1,200.00 205.71 822.84
62 PSIPE Shrubs & Perennials 1290 10.00 12,900.00 12.00 15,480.00 10.25 13,222.50 19.00 24,510.00 10.55 13,609.50
63 PSIPE English Ivy 6225 3.00 18,675.00 2.90 18,052.50 2.50 15,562.50 3.00 18,675.00 2.88 17,928.00
64 Sod Installatton 756 5.00 3,780.00 5.50 4,158.00 4.75 3,591.00 6.00 4,536.00 11.09 8,384.04
65 Irrigatton System 1 6,000.00 6,000.00 5,750.00 5,750.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 26,750.00 26,750.00
66 Concrete Curb Wall 145 40.00 5,800.00 24.00 3,480.00 47.00 6,815.00 50.00 7,250.00 30.99 4,493.55
67 Extruded Curb 310 4.00 1,240.00 4.00 1,240.00 4.00 1,240.00 5.00 1,550.00 5.35 1,658.50
68 Wood Fence and Gate, 6 Ft f 40 20.00 800.00 46.00 1,840.00 40.00 1,600.00 25.00 1,000.00 21.40 856.00
89 Chain link Fence Type 3 60 10.00 600.00 27.75 1,665.00 25.00 1 ,500. 00 12.00 720.00 16.05 963.00
70 Chain Link Fence Type 6 810 10.00 8,100.00 18.00 14,580.00 15.50 12,555.00 12.00 9,720.00 13.91 11,267.10
71 Single 3 Ft Chain Link Gate 1 200.00 200.00 575.00 575.00 500 . 00 500 . 00 250.00 250.00 267.50 267.50
72 Double 14 Ft Chain Link Gate 2 750.00 1 ,500. 00 863.00 1,726.00 750.00 1 ,500. 00 1,000.00 2,000.00 1,070.00 2,140.00
73 Concrete Patte 240 3.00 720.00 6.60 1,584.00 19.00 4,560.00 15.00 3,600.00 6.09 1,461.60
74 Upper Retaining Wall System 3861 23.00 88,803.00 29.15 112,548.15 26.50 102,316.50 25.00 96,525.00 31.04 119,845.44
75 Lower Retaining Wall System 3616 25.00 90,400.00 9.35 33,809.60 8.50 30,736.00 25.00 90,400.00 27.25 98,536.00
76 Geotextile, Type 1 8800 0.20 1,760.00 0.45 3,960.00 0.30 2,64000 0.25 2,200.00 0.28 2,464.00
77 Geotextile Type 2 10497 0.20 2,099.40 0.50 5,248.50 0.40 4,198.80 0.35 3,673.95 0.19 1,994.43
8001 Stream Restoratton 1 24,000.00 19,150.00 19,150.00 14,375.00 14,375.00 65,000.00 65,000.00 13,812.00
001 Pump Station Complete 1 15,000.00 25,000.00 25,000.00 40,000.00 40,000.00 35,000.00 35,000.00 13,696.00
SUBTOTAL 1,J1O,".><I.",- ~,U->'+,OOf."" 1,,-¡s;j,L><O./b
Sales Tax C 8.6%
, 1,1~;:E!:E 120,710.61 Hote{1) 141,225.32 174,983.13 , 1,H;:r~~
.. TOTAL 1,0,-4,J,-,-.JO ,/j.; ,.><Iu.ü '-,,-U",b/U.bJ
"It. upper l<e13'mng vvall "'y .><10' ,-1.UU "', I.W '"."" 10,44/."U 'o.uu =,.~".uu ¿~.uu "',o¿o.uu 1U1, .
!- .AIl Lower Retalnina Wall Svst 3616 21.00 75,936.00 34.10 123,305.60 31.00 112,096.00 25.00 90,400.00 98,553.00
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no sales Tax was shown on line Item "E" In Bid Form
Date:
May 29, 1998
To:
Phil Watkins, Chair
Land Use and Transportation Committee
Jeff Pratt, Surface Water Manage~
Crown Point Storm and Sanitary Sewer Replacement - 30%
Report
Design Status
From:
Subject:
Background:
An 18" corrugated metal storm line serving the Crown Point subdivision separated at an unknown
time in the past and was discovered last winter. The damage appears to have been caused by a falling
tree on a steep slope. The separation of the storm line allowed water to escape from the system and
undermine the storm line down slope of the break as well as a nearby 8-inch ductile iron sanitary
sewer line owned by the Lakehaven Utility District.
The SWM Division contracted with Landau Associates, Inc. to perform an assessment of the slope's
stability, and to provide design services for the repair/replacement of the undermined portion of the
storm and sanitary sewer lines. Landau provided the following emergency repair and permanent
repair recommendations regarding the storm and sanitary pipe lines and the hillside stabilization:
1)
Emergency Repair Recommendations - necessary to preclude the possibility of the sanitary
sewer separation and subsequent failure (including the discharge of raw sewage to Cold
Creek) as soon as weather permitted:
- Reconnect the existing storm sewer pipe using a temporary patch.
- Stabilize the sanitary line
- Backfill the washout area
Total cost of the immediate stabilization emergency repair - $10,425.60.
2)
Permanent Repairs - work to be performed this summer which consists of the following:
- Replacement of the existing storm line with the same size butt-fused HDPE line;
- Replacement of the existing 8-inch sewer line with an 8-inch butt -fused HDPE line.
The emergency repairs were completed earlier this year. The permanent repair project design has
now reached the 30% completion point and is therefore submitted for your consideration. The
project's 30% cost estimate is as follows:
Total
SWM's cost LUD's cost
$11,200 $0.00
$10,425 $0.00
$38,867 $38,867
$60,492 $38,867
Design
Immediate Stabilization Emergency Repair
Permanent Repair Construction
(Includes 20% Contingency)
The City's portion of this project cost will be paid by the Surface Water Minor Capital Improvement
Program. It is anticipated that the construction of both the storm and sanitary lines will be
accomplished under one contract. An interlocal agreement detailing the terms of such an arrangement
between the City and Lakehaven was anticipated to be presented as a part of this discussion.
However, changes at the District in their plan review procedures and the requirements of the State
Department of Ecology may preclude such an arrangement. Design of the Lakehaven portion of the
project will be suspended until such time as they come to terms with Ecology on the requirements
associated with the sanitary sewer line.
Attached for your reference is a location map with the project alignment and footprints.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the Land Useffransportation Committee authorize staff to proceed with
design ofthe storm line improvements returning to the committee at the 85% design completion stage
for further reports and authorizations.
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