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City of Federal Way
City Council
Land Use/Transportation Committee
January 13, 1997
5:30pm
City Hall
Council Chambers
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3. PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minute limit)
4. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Twin Lakes Park and Ride
B. Metro Access
C. Sounding Board Recommendations -
Final Report
D. South 32Oth & SR 99 Renaming
E. TIB Grant Application Approval for
Street Improvement Projects
F. Surface Water System Report
5. OTHER ITEMS
6. FUTURE MEETINGS/AGENDAS
7. ADJOURN
Action
Info
Info
Info
Action
Info
Barker/20 min
Metro/Perez 20 min
Metro/Perez 20 min
Roe/lO mill
Miller/15 mill
Roe/l0 min
Committee Members:
Phil Watkins, Chair
ROil Gintz
Mary Gates
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Greg Moore, CDS Director
Sandy Lyle, Administrative Assistant
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City of Federal Way
City Council
Land Use/Transportation Committee
December 16, 1996
5: 30pm
City Hall
Council Chambers
SUMMARY
In attendance: Committee members Ron Gintz and Mary Gates; Director of Community Development Services Greg Moore; Public
Works Director carr Roe; Street Systems Engineer Ken Miller; Surface Water Manager Jeff Pratt; Traffic Engineer Rick Perez;
Administrative Assistant Sandy Lyle.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:45 pm.
2.
APPROV AL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the November 18, 1996, meeting were approved as submitted.
3.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment on items other than those included in the agenda.
4.
BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Final Acceptance Olympic View Park Stream Improvements - The Olympic View Park Stream Channel Stabilization Project
has been completed at a final cost of $53,204.59 which is $2,353.41 less than the approved contract budget of $55,558 not
including the authorized 10% contingency. Public kudos have been received by the Public Works Department staff. The
Committee mlsfc the recommendation to the full Council to approve the project as complete at their December 17, 1996,
meeting.
B. SR99 Si~al Coordination/Modification Improvements - When it was completed, this project installed new traffic signal
controllers on Pacific Highway at Dash Point Road and South 288th Street and interconnect on Pacific Highway between South
288th Street and South 304th Street. To coordinate these signals with the rest of the North Central Signal System, updated
coordinated signal timing plans were developed for the entire system. Staff reviewed the consultant's suggested signal
modifications and determined that several improvements could be made that would enhance operations at Pacific Highway
South at Dash Point Road, First Avenue South at South 32Oth Street, South 32Oth Street at 11th Place South and 20th Avenue
South at South 32Oth Street. The design of the proposed signal modifications would be completed by City staff with $27 ,500
budgeted for construction by King County personnel, including a 10.8 % contingency. The Committee m/ sf c recommendation
of the coordination/modification improvements to Council for approval at the December 17, 1996, meeting.
C. 1996 Sidewalk R~placement Contract Bud~et Adjustment - The work on South/Southwest 32Oth Street, north and south side,
sidewalk, curb and gutter at the wheelchair ramp replacement areas is near completion. Project costs have exceeded the
original bid amount of $55,365.40 due to additional ramps, sidewalk, curb and gutter sections that needed replacement but
were not included in the original bid. Since the work was relatively minor and the contractor was mobilized at the site, it was
more efficient and economical to have the work performed at the same time. The Committee agreed and m/sfc
recommendation to the full Council of approving the addition of $24,000 back into the original contract amount. The
Committee suggested flat rate bids in the future rather than bidding by square yard of concrete and linear feet of curb. As
always, it is desirable to complete similar projects prior to the end of daylight savings time.
D. 50% Desi~ Approval ({J) 8th SW & Dash Point Road - The SW Dash Point Road at 8th Avenue SW Traffic Signal and
Intersection Improvement Project was funded as part of the 1995 voter approved bond issue. This project will install a traffic
signal, channelization to allow left turns, improve street lighting, and add sidewalks for bus stops. The project is
approximately 50 % designed and right-of-way acquisition has been identified along SW Dash Point Road. This project is not
an interim "fix" and the Committee therefore mlsfc recommendation of approval to the Council at the January 7, 1997, meeting
with the caveat that concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk be used to complete this project and that a five foot wide bike lane be
added if ROW allows.
E. 30% Desi~ Awroval for 21st Avenue SW & SW 325th Traffic SiV"al - The 21st Avenue SWat SW 325th Place Traffic
Signal and Intersection Improvement Project also was funded as a part of the 1995 bond issue. This project will widen 21st
Avenue SW adding a traffic signal, improving street lighting, relocating utilities, and adding channelization for left tunis at SW
326th and SW 328th Streets. The project is approximately 30% designed and right-of-way acquisition bas been identified along
21st Avenue SW. The Committee mls/c recommendation of approval of the 30% design plans to Council at the January 7,
1997, meeting. They also recommended eight foot wide sidewalks, trees on both sides set back behind the sidewalk and that
staff be authorized to proceed with acquisition of right -of-way for the project.
F. Set LUTC a.~enda for JanuaQ' - Due to the Martin Luther King Holiday on January 20, 1997, the next meeting of the Land
Use/Transportation Committee will be on January 13, 1997.
5.
OTHER ITEMS
There were no other items to discuss.
6. FUTURE MEETINGS/AGENDAS
'The next meeting will be held on January 13, 1997.
7.
ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 6:20pm.
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January 8, 1997
TO:
Phil Watkins, Chair
Land U se/Transportation Committee
FROM:
Rick Perez, Traffic Engineer
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SUBJECT:
King County METRO Access Program
The Committee received a presentation by the Federal Way Caucus of the South King County
Sounding Board on their objectives in restructuring transit service in Federal Way. One of the
recommendations of the Sounding Boards was to provide more local service by reducing Dial-A-
Ride transit (DART) and rely on the Access Program to provide door-to-door service for the
mobility-impaired population. As a result, the Committee requested additional information on
the Access Program to better understand the potential tradeoffs of shifting service in this
manner.
Park Woodworth of King County Metro will be present at the January 13th, 1997 Land Use &
Transportation Committee meeting to provide a brief presentation describing the Access Program
and answer questions.
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DATE:
January 8, 1997
TO:
Phil Watkins, Chair
Land Use/Transportation Committee
FROM:
Rick Perez, Traffic Engineer
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SUBJECT:
King County METRO
On October 21, 1996, the Land Use & Transportation Committee was presented with a
discussion by the Federal Way Caucus of the South King County Sounding Board on their
objectives in restructuring transit service in Federal Way. The Sounding Board members have
finalized their recommendations and King County Metro staff have developed a detailed service
package to implement those recommendations. In addition, two other alternatives have been
developed, the Federal Way School District's Uni-Bus proposal, and an alternative based on the
existing route structure.
Diane Harper of King County Metro will present a brief overview of the proposed alternatives
at the January 13, 1997 Land Use/Transportation Committee meeting. Representatives from the
Sounding Board and the School District will also be available to answer questions regarding their
proposals.
This presentation will allow Council members to develop further understanding of these
alternatives prior to the public comment period.
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January 7, 1997
TO:
Phil Watkins, Chair
Land Use/Transportation Committee
Cary M. Roe, Public Works Director ~
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Renaming South 32Oth Street and Pacific Highway South
BACKGROUND:
At a previous City Council meeting, staff was requested to investigate the process for renaming
portions of roadways in the City; changing South 32Oth Street to Main Street, and Pacific
Highway South to International Boulevard.
These street name changes would be best accomplished in conjunction with US West
Communications' plan to change the City's area code in 1997, since businesses will have to
reprint their stationary and cards to accommodate the area code change. The City's new area
code (253) will be formally introduced on April 27, 1997, at which time either area code (206
or 253) may be used, which will continue for a period of six months. On November 16, 1997,
the new area code will become final, and the dual area code will no longer be valid.
DISCUSSION:
Through discussions with the WSDOT, Municipal Research Center, and various cities in the
Puget Sound area, it was determined that there is no legal procedure that must be followed by
a city when renaming city streets, except that the change must be established by ordinance or
resolution. The following is a general procedure followed by most municipalities for renaming
city streets, with the exception of the City of SeaTac, which did not send out notices, hold a
formal public hearing, or have a comment period.
1) An application or proposal is submitted to the city council with the proposed name
changes. The application or proposal should contain signatures from the majority of the
abutting property owners which are affected by the name changes.
2) Notice of proposed changes are mailed to all abutting property owners, 20 to 30 days
prior to any council action.
3) Hold one or more formal public hearings or meetings, with proper notification to the
public, to discuss the proposed changes and schedule.
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January 8, 1997
TO:
Phil Watkins, Chair
Land Use and Transportation Committee
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Ken Miller, Street Systems Manager
SUBJECT: Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) Grant Application Approval
for Street and Pedestrian Improvement Projects
Background
The following TIB street and pedestrian grant applications are due in January 1997. Staff has
reviewed those projects that are eligible for funding in each of the categories and recommend
the following:
Transportation Improvement Account (rIA)
1) 23rd Avenue South Improvements, from So 317th to S 324th Streets
Urban Arterial Trust Account
1) So 320th Street & SR 99 Intersection and ROV Improvements
2) So 336th Street Improvements, from 13th Ave So to 20th Avenue So
3) 23rd Avenue So Improvements, from So 317th Street to So 324th Street
TIB Pedestrian Facility Program
1) 21st Avenue SWat SW 334th Pedestrian Signal and Sidewalk Improvement Project
2) So 312th Street, Dash Point Road to 14th Avenue SW Pedestrian Walkway
The scopes of work, project cost estimates, grant requirements, and minimum 20% City match
will be presented at the January 13, 1997 LUTC meeting.
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4) Written comment period, usually 10 or 15 days, after the public hearing or meeting, and
prior to any [mal decisions.
5) Issue final council decision by ordinance or resolution.
6) Notify the public, in particular the abutting property owners and emergency services of
council decision.
7) Appeal period, usually within ten or fifteen days of final decision. The City of Oak
Harbor has had name changes appealed, and have lost three appeals.
Because of the City's area code changeover, as discussed above, early notification of the
proposal to businesses is crucial. In particular, notifying the Chamber of Commerce of the
proposed recommendation as soon as possible would minimize opposition to the change, since
all the businesses will have to reprint their stationary and cards, and new telephone books will
be issued when the area code is changed. In addition, emergency services and utilities would
also be updating their systems to accommodate the area code change. Therefore, the most
optimal time for the City of Federal Way to rename their streets in conjunction with the area
code changeover.
RECOMMENDATION:
1) Direct staff to begin the process for renaming South 320th Street to Main Street (east City
limits to 1st Avenue South) and Pacific Highway South to International Boulevard (north City
limits to South 356th Street).
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FEDERAL WAY
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
January 7, 1997
TO:
City Council Land Use & Transportation Committee
Council member Phil Watkins, Chair
Gregory Moore, AICP, Director of Community Development serviceb
Deb Barker, Associate Planner
FROM:
CONTACT:
RE:
TWIN LAKES PARK AND RIDE FACILITY
Federal Way File No. UPR95-0023
Related File No's SPR 95-0026, SEP 95-0021
I.
SUMMARY OF APPLICATION
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) proposes construction of
a 610 stall park and ride facility to serve sixteen bus routes at 34220 - 21st Avenue SW,
in Federal Way. Proposed site improvements include perimeter and interior parking lot
landscaping; on-site biof1ltration swale and wetpond; a walking trail; bus driver comfort
station; drain field; bus loading area with covered waiting areas; bike racks; and area for
a temporary business such as an espresso cart or newsstand. Off site improvements include
the eastward extension of SW 344th Street approximately 660 feet and right-of-way
improvements to 21st Avenue SW including signalization, road widening, streetlights and
sidewalks. Portions of essential public facilities are proposed to encroach into a 100 foot
wetland setback area. Construction of 20 to 25 replacement parking stalls at the Evergreen
Bible Chapel site is also required as part of the project. '£x:"-i 1,r t- A)
The Twin Lakes Park and Ride is located in an RS 7.2, Residential Single Family zoning
district. Pursuant to Federal Way City Code (FWCC) section 22-645, government facilities
are permitted uses in the RS zoning district subject to Use Process III approval.
II.
REASON FOR COUNCIL ACTION
The Hearing Examiner may render only a recommendation in a Process III review. The
final decision for all such requests rest with the City Council. Bringing this matter before
the City Council Land Use Committee for review and recommendation prior to the full
Council is consistent with how land use matters are currently processed by the City.
ill.
HEARING EXAMINER'S RECOMMENDATION
To approve the proposed Twin Lakes Park and Ride facility subject to conditions. Pages
IV.
V.
two through nine of the Hearing Examiners recommendation contain findings and
conclusions which serve as a basis for the recommendation. The entire recommendation
is attached.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS
Pages 18 and 19 of the staff report to the Hearing Examiner contain specific recommended
conditions for landscaping, structures and lighting for the park and ride facility. The
recommendations, which were developed in response to the proposed park and ride within
a residential zoning district, included expansion of interior parking lot and pedestrian area
landscaping, compatible passenger shelter and fencing design features, educational signage
and low level decorative lighting. It should be noted that the Hearing Examiner did not
impose many of the recommended design related conditions.
PROCEDURALS~ARY
December 23, 1994
Draft Environmental Assessment submitted for city staff
comment
March 24, 1995
Revised Environmental Assessment received.
April 10, 1995
Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the EA
issued by the Federal Highway Administration.
September 8, 1995
The application for Use Process III approval filed with the
city.
July 26, 1996
City receives copy of FONSI for the EA.
September 26, 1996
Responsible Official adopted the Environmental Assessment
to satisfy the city's compliance with SEPA requirements.
October 8, 1996
Site plan approval with conditions issued by Department of
Community Development Services.
October 8, 1996
Proposed intrusions into regulated wetland setback areas for
essential public facilities conditionally approved by Director
of Community Development Services.
October 15, 1996
Hearing Examiner public hearing. The public hearing record
was kept open until November 12, 1996 to obtain security
related comments and responses.
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VI.
VII.
December 9, 1996
Hearing Examiner issued recommendation to conditionally
approve the application.
Þtirsuant to Chapter 22, Article VIII, Process
III Review of the Federal Way City Code,
the Hearing Examiner shall issue a written
recommendation to the City Council (see
attached).
December 16, 1996
Hearing Examiner recommendation request for
reconsideration and appeal period expired. No requests for
reconsideration nor appeals were filed with the city.
January 16, 1997
City Council Land Use Committee meeting.
Land Use Committee forwards a
recommendation to the full City Council.
January 21, 1997
City Council meeting.
Pursuant to Section 22-490 of Federal Way
City Code, the City Council shall consider
the application at a scheduled meeting.
DECISIONAL CRITERIA
City Council's review of the application is limited to the record of the hearing before the
Hearing Examiner, the Examiner's written report, compliance with decisional criteria as
set forth in FWCC Section 22-490, and other applicable ordinances and regulations of the
Federal Way City Code. City Council may approve the Twin Lakes Park and Ride
application only if all three decisional criteria of FWCC Section 22-490( d), listed below,
are met. Specifically, the application must be consistent with:
a.
The Comprehensive Plan,
b.
All applicable provisions of the Code, including those adopted by reference from
the Comprehensive Plan, and,
c.
Public health, safety and welfare.
Findings contained in the staff report to the Hearing Examiner, the Hearing Examiners
decision and by reference in the draft resolution indicate that the application is consistent
with these criteria.
COUNCIL ACTION
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A draft resolution recommending approval of the application has been prepared for City
Council review based on the Hearing Examiner recommendation. The City Council may,
by action approved by a majority of the total membership, take one of the following
actions after consideration of the record before the Hearing Examiner.
1.
Approve the application request, or
2.
Approve the application request with minor modifications, or
3.
Deny the application request, or
4.
Remand the matter back to the Hearing Examiner for further consideration, or,
5.
Schedule a public hearing before the City Council, in order to consider non-minor
modifications to the application request.
The City Council shall not substantially modify the Hearing Examiner recommendation
without first referring the matter back to the Hearing Examiner or conducting its own
public hearing of the application.
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RECEIVED
DEC 1 2 1996
CITY CLERKS OFflCE. (206) 661-4OCX)
CITY OF FEOERAlCWJtf.L WAY, WA 98003-6210
December 9, 1996
WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION (WSDOT)
15700 Dayton Avenue North, MS 135
P.O. Box 330310
Seattle, Washington 98133-9710
RE:
TWIN LAKES PARK AND RIDE
Dear Applicant:
Enclosed please find the Report and Decision relating to the
above-entitled case. The'Rights to Reconsideration and Challenge
page is attached for your information.
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SEP95-0021
TWIN LAKES PARK AND
PROCESS III
I. SUMMARY OF APPLICATION
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) proposes construction of
a 610 stall park and ride facility to serve sixteen bus routes at 34220 - 21st Avenue SW, in
Federal Way.
II. PROCEDURAL INFORMATION
Hearing Date:
Decision Date:
October 15, 1996
December 9, 1996
At the hearing the following presented testimony and evidence:
1.
Deb Barker, Associate Planner, City of Federal
2.
Susan Everett, WSDOT, 15700 Dayton Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98133-9710
3.
Nancy Gordon, King County Department of Transportation, 821 - 2nd Ave.,
Seattle, W A
4.
Marty Mason, 34414 14th Way SW, Federal Way, WA, 98023
5.
Connie Winebrenner, 34421 15th PI. SW, Federal Way, W A 98023
6.
Carolyn Lake, Attorney at law, 1145 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA 98402
7.
John English, 34518 15th PI. SW, Federal Way, 98023
At the hearing the following exhibits were admitted as part of the official record of these
proceedings:
1.
Staff Report with all attachments
2.
Site Assessment Plan presented by WSDOT
3.
Landmark plan
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Package of overheads used in Deb Barker's presentation
Letter from King County Department of Transportation to Hearing Ex:aminer
Copies of color options
Double shelter frame
Petition
Letter from Washington State Department of Transportation dated October 22,
1996, with attached security study
10.
Letter from King County Department of Transportation dated October 23, 1996
11.
Memorandum from Thomas J. Chaney, Deputy Chief, to Ronald T. Wood, Chief
of Police, Federal Way, dated October 25, 1996
12.
Memorandum from Examiner to Parties of Record dated October 29, 1996
13.
Letter from Washington State Department of Transportation responding to
memorandum of Thomas J. Chaney dated November 7, 1996
III. FINDINGS
The Hearing Examiner has heard testimony, viewed the site and surrounding area,
admitted documentary evidence into the record, and taken this matter ~der advisement.
The Community Development Staff Report sets forth general findings, applicable policies
and provisions in this matter and is hereby marked as Exhibit" 1" and incorporated in its
entirety by this reference.
All appropriate notices were delivered in accordance with the requirements of the Federal
Way City Code (FWCC).
WSDOT, as lead environmental agency, prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) for
the Federal Way Park and Ridge Lot #2 under the Nation Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA) rules. The EA received a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) on 4/10/95
from the Federal Highways Administration (FHA) (Exhibit D). The City received a copy
of this document on 7/25/96. On 9/25/96, the City of Federal Way adopted the
Environmental Assessment, pursuant to WAC 197-11-630 (Exhibit E) to satisfy the city's
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compliance with State Environmental Policy Act (SEP A) requirements. The
Environmental Assessment for the Federal Way Park and Ridge Lot #2 {is hereby
incorporated by reference as though set forth in full. .
5.
The applicant, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), has a
possessory ownership interest in an 11.6 acre, rectangular shaped parcel of property
located at the northeast comer of the intersection of SW 344th St. and 21st Ave. SW
within the City of Federal Way. Approximately six older single family homes, detached
garages, and outbuildings are scattered throughout the 11.6 acre site which is primarily
used as pasture land. The applicant is requesting Process III approval to allow
development of the site into a 610 stall park and ride facility to serve King County and
Pierce County transit routes.
6.
The site is located within the Single Family Residential (RS) zone classification of the
Federal Way City Code (FWCC). Section 22-645 FWCC authorizes government facilities
within' the RS classification subject to the Process III review. Said section pennits-
government facilities in the RS classification only if said facilities are necessary to
provide effective services to the area being served.
7.
On October 8, 1996, the Director of Community Development Services conditionally
approved the applicant's site plan review application subject to three conditions of
approval which are set forth hereinafter.
8.
The site slopes gently from west to east or downward from 21st Ave. W. The site plan
reflects that impervious surfaces will cover approximately 55% of the site, substantially
less than the maximum 75% authorized by Section 22-645 FWCC. Soils are Alderwood
gravelly, sandy loam and capable of supporting the proposed development. A high
groundwater table is evidenced by soils of a moist to wet nature encountered at relatively
shallow depths across the site. Erosion related impacts must be addressed according to
a Temporary Erosion Sedimentation Control (TESC) Plan to be approved by the City.
9.
A review of the site plan reveals that the parking stalls and bus loading and circulation
areas are located on the southwest portion of the site, closest to the intersection of 21 st
Ave. W. and SW 344th S1. Separating the developed portion of the site from the east
property line are a regulated wetland and buffer, stonn drainage detention ponds,
biofiltration swale, and vegetated drainage channel connecting the wetland with the
biofiltration swale. A recreational trail meanders near the north and east property lines and
connects SW 344th S1. with 21st Ave. W. The internal roads are approximately 115 feet
from the east property line. Improvements associated with the project include perimeter
and interior parking lot landscaping; a bus driver comfort station; drainfields; bus loading
area with covered waiting areas; bike racks; and an area for a temporary business such
as an espresso cart or newsstand; and a Goodwill/Salvation Army donation station. Off-
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10.
11.
12.
13.
site improvements include the eastward extension of SW 344th S1. approximately 660 feet
to the east property line; and right-of-way improvements to 21 st Ave. SW,to include
signalization, road widening, street lights, and sidewalks. The improvements t.o 21 st will
extend from 344th S1. to the Fred Meyer improvements to the north in the vicinity of SW
340th S1. While substantial concerns were raised by residents of Parklane Estates II
subdivision regarding the further extension of 344th to a connection to the east, such is
not contemplated by this project and beyond its scope. Furthermore, the traffic study"
estimates that only approximately 10% of the residents using the park and ride facility
will come from the north and east. The most significant usage will come from residents
to the west and south of the facility, while residents in the more densely populated areas
to the north will not likely use the facility since the existing park and ride lot on 320th
S1. is more accessible. The traffic signal at the 21stl344th intersection and the center left
turn lane on 21 st will improve the level of service (LOS) at said intersection from LOS
F to LOS A.
The storm drainage facilities will consist of a combined wet/detention pond sized to detain
and release a post development two and ten year, seven day storm at predevelopment peak
run-off rates. On-site conveyance systems will be sized for a 25 year storm event. Because
the Public Works Director has determined that existing flooding, drainage, or erosion
conditions present an imminent likelihood of harm to the welfare and safety of the
surrounding community, a condition of approval requires that the applicant upgrade the
downstream conveyance system prior to the issuance of construction permits, if
construction occurs before the Pan-III project.
Twenty trees on site meet the definition of "significant tree" pursuant to Section 22-
1568(b) FWCC. Six significant conifer trees are proposed for retention, thus meeting the-
requirements of said section and negating the requirement for replacement trees. The
applicant will prepare a tree protection management plan pursuan~ to Section 22-
1568(c)(6) FWCC.
Conditions of approval require that heavy construction be limited to the period between
April 1 and October 31 to avoid impacts to wildlife as recommended on Page 22- of the
Environmental Assessment.
The applicant delineated a 10,732 square foot wetland on the southeastern portion of the
site. Portions of the bus circulation route, pedestrian loading areas, the walking trail, a
rock wall, storm sewer, detention pond, landscaping, and right-of-way improvements to
SW 344th St. are proposed to intrude into the 100 foot setback. Section 22-1359 FWCC
requires review of such intrusions. Section 22-1359(b) FWCC grants the Director of
Community Development authority to permit placement of essential public facilities or
utilities within a wetland setback. In an October 8, 1996, letter, the Director conditionally
approved the location of the above described improvements within the wetland setback
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based upon the applicant's satisfying the decisional criteria.
A visit to the site reveals that the site and areas to the south and east are usedJor pasture
land and single family homes on large parcels. The Evergreen Bible Chapel abuts the
north property line. Across 21st Ave. SW to the west is a church and single family
homes. The Parklane Estates II subdivision is located to the east across pasture land.
14.
Because the park and ride is proposed for location in a predominantly residential area, the
project raises significant design and compatibility issues. At the hearing, unresolved issues
remained between the City, the King County Department of Transportation (King
County), and WSDOT regarding landscaping, the park and ride structures, pedestrian
corridors, and utilities. Other issues raised by residents of the area included noise and
security. At the request of the parties the Examiner left the record open to allow further
discussion of the issues. Findings on outstanding issues are hereby made as follows:
15.
A.
B.
Structures. The City is concerned that park and ride structures are basic and
sparse and tend towards small, square, flat roof, structures; monotypic colors
(usually dark brown); very little seating; and solid roofs. Because this park and
ride is in a residential area, the City desires features such as gable or hip roofs
with cornice treatment; glass sides and decorative panel bases; a variety of lighter
colors; bench seating; and architectural stylings to include canopies or arcades. The
City, King County, and WSDOT agreed to work together to provide attractive and
secure shelters by incorporating King County's color and shelter system options
and WSDOT's shelter mural program. A condition of approval hereinafter
incorporates the agreement.
Landscaping. The City desires that landscape islands be integrated into the
passenger loading areas between shelters and that they be a minimum of ten feet
wide and contain trees, shrubs, and ground cover. The City further desires that
two east/west pedestrian corridors within the parking lot be converted into large
landscaped islands including trees, shrubs, and ground cover. The City also desires
that the two pedestrian pathways connecting 21st Ave. SW to the p.assenger
loading area be a minimum of ten feet in width with meandering landscape islands
installed along the full length of the pathway. WSDOT and King County are
concerned about commuter security, especially from vision blocking trees and
wide, landscaped areas. The security study for Federal Way Park and Ride Lot #2
prepared by KPFF Consulting Engineers recommends reduction of landscape
screening around the perimeter and the greatest visibility possible into the site.
A large park and ride facility inserted into a residential neighborhood creates
conflicts due to the need to provide buffering and screening from incompatible
residential uses, while at the same time providing security and convenience for
TWIN LAKES PARK AND RIDE
December 9, 1996
Page - 6
commuters. The City has determined that government facilities such as park and
ride lots are authorized in single family residential zones since they wi'll serve the
residents of the area. Once it is determined that the use is appropriate, then it is
not proper to require mitigating measures which would either prohibit the use or
make the use impractical. Where conflicts exist between buffering and screening
and the safety of commuters (many of whom will reside in the area), safety must-
be the primary consideration. Therefore, WSDOT's recommendations regarding
landscaping in its October 14, 1996, letter are incorporated in conditions of
approval hereinafter.
c.
Security. The above referenced security study collected information from
numerous sources including the experience at other park and ride facilities. The
universal opinion is that surveillance cameras, fencing, and 911 phones with blue
lights are either impractical or not effective. Remote video monitoring is very
expensive and requires an operator to monitor the screens at all times, and
landscaping interferes with total camera coverage. King County is not pursuing
the use of video monitoring in any park and ride lots. The most prevalent crime
in park and ride lots is vehicle prowling and burglary, and warning sirens or 911
phones do not appear to deter such crimes. The security study recommends motion
sensor and other lighting in perimeter landscape areas; signage; gate entrances
wired for future installation of gates; an espresso cart or other business on site; a
Goodwill/Salvation Army collection station on site; and a recreational joint use
incorporated into the facility. These recommendations are incorporated as
conditions of approval hereinafter.
D.
Noise. The Environmental Assessment states that a traffic noise analysis report
was prepared for the project in June, 1993, using procedures proscribed by the
Federal Highway Administration. The study established that park and ride traffic
noise would result in a noise level difference of less than one dba above the "no
build" level. Traffic noise levels will be dominated by traffic on 21st Ave. SW,
and noise levels to the south and east of the park and ride lot would be below the
federal criteria level. The study also established that no mitigation measures
isolated to the park and ride will effectively reduce traffic noise levels to residents
adjacent to the proposed lot. Therefore, no conditions address noise impacts.
However, a condition of approval requires that the entrances be wired for future
installation of gates, and should unauthorized use of the park and ride become a
problem in the future, the applicant can install electronic gates.
E.
Lighting. The applicant agrees to provide low level decorative lighting in the
pedestrian/passenger loading areas. However, the applicant is proposing the use of
area lights on 40 foot tall poles in the parking lot. While the applicant states that
the lights will be constructed in a manner that will prevent glare from reaching
TWIN LAKES PARK AND RIDE
December 9, 1996
Page - 7
16.
nearby single family dwellings, the Examiner does not understand how such can
be accomplished. Forty foot light poles are generally higher than those found in
shopping centers. This park and ride facility is located in a residential area and
lights on tall poles will significantly impact nearby dwellings. A condition of
approval requires that low level lighting be used throughout the parking lot. Such
is appropriate for a residential area. While low level lighting may mean the-
installation of more lights on more poles, such is a reasonable expense of locating
a government facility in an RS zone classification.
F.
Utilities. The City is requesting that the applicant place all utilities underground.
In its letter dated October 14, 1996, the applicant states that City of Federal Way
Ordinance 9l~90, Section 3(b)5, does not require undergrounding of utilities in
single family residential zones. Furthermore, state law prohibits the use of fuel tax
dollars for undergrounding of utilities. The City has not challenged WSDOT's
interpretation of Ordinance No. 91-90, and the Environmental Assessment
performed pursuant to NEP A did not identify significant adverse environmental
impacts associated with overhead utilities. Therefore, the City may not require the
applicant to underground the utilities.
Section 22-476 FWCC states that under Process III review the Hearing Examiner holds
a public hearing and makes a written recommendation to the City Council which then
decides upon the application. Decisional criteria for the City Council are set forth in
Section 22-490( d) FWCC. Findings on each criteria are hereby made as follows:
A.
The proposed park and ride facility is consistent with the comprehensive plan..
This project is vested under the 1990 Interim City of Federal Way Comprehensive
Plan which designates the site as Suburban Residential. Comprehensive Plan
Policy T-3 states that the City will work with Metro (King County) to provide
additional local bus service both within Federal Way and between neighboring
cities. Policy T -8 recommends improving access to Interstate 5 and providing
mobility within the city and surrounding communities. Intercepting eastbound
traffic at the site will lower traffic volumes at key intersections and on- major
arterials within the City. The park and ride will convert 500 single occupant
vehicle trips to buses at an average of 35 passengers per bus. The project also
meets Policies T-11, NE-6, and H-23 of the comprehensive plan. The park and
ride facility will be reasonably compatible with the adjacent neighborhood and the
users of the facility will reside in nearby areas. The facility must accommodate
600 vehicles to provide a reasonable level of service. Significant right-of-way
improvements and erosion control are incorporated into the development plan.
B.
The park and ride lot is consistent with all applicable provisions of the FWCC
including those qdopted by reference from the comprehensive plan. The applicant
TWIN LAKES PARK AND RIDE
December 9, 1996
Page - 8
must comply with provisions of the Federal Way Environmental Policy section,
FWCC, and other applicable development codes and regulations.
C.
The proposed park and ride lot is consistent with the public health, safety, and
welfare. Right-of-way improvements will provide safe vehicular and pedestrian
access to and from the site, and street lighting will be provided along 21 st Ave.
SW. Storm drainage systems will mitigate the impacts of downstream flooding,
and landscaping will provide vehicular screening and aesthetic enhancement.
IV. CONCLUSIONS
From the foregoing findings the Hearing Examiner makes the following conclusions:
1.
The Hearing Examiner has jurisdiction to consider and make recommendations to the
Federal Way City Council on the issues presented by this request.
2.
-
The proposed Twin Lakes Park and Ride facility satisfies the criteria set forth in Section
22-490( d) FWCC and should be approved by the Federal Way City Council subject to the
following conditions:
A.
If the park and ride facility is constructed before the City's PAN-3 project, on-site
detention shall be designed to accommodate the 2-year, 10-year and 25 year storm
events to mitigate the impacts of downstream flooding or the applicant shall
upgrade the downstream conveyance system as required by the Public Works
Department prior to the issuance of construction permits.
B.
Heavy construction will be limited to the period between April 1 and October 31
to avoid impacts to threatened and endangered species whi~h may be in the
vicinity.
C.
Construction of displaced parking at the Evergreen Bible Chapel is required to be
completed concurrent with widening of 21st Avenue SW.
D.
The applicant will work together with the King Comity Department of
Transportation and the City of Federal Way to provide attractive and secure
shelters by incorporating King County's color and shelter style options and the-
applicant's shelter mural program.
E.
The applicant shall convert two of the pedestrian walkways to landscape corridors.
The landscape corridors shall remain five feet in width and shall be controlled in
order to provide increased security. The landscape islands will be five feet in
width.
TWIN LAKES PARK AND RIDE
December 9, 1996
Page - 9
F.
Low level decorative lighting will be employed in all pedestrian/passenger loading
areas. Low level lighting will also b~ employed in the parking area, and high level
(40 foot light standards) are prohibited.
G.
To provide security for the site the applicant shall install the following:
1.
Motion sensors and other lighting in perimeter landscape areas.
2.
Signage warning patrons of potential risks and preventative measures.
3.
Gate entrances wired for future installation of gates.
4.
An espresso cart or business location with the operator having a cellular
phone.
5.
A Goodwill/Salvation Army collection station location with the operator
having a cellular phone.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is hereby recommended to the City Council of the City of Federal Way that the Twin
Lakes Park and Ride facility be approved subject to the conditions contained in the
conclusions above.
DATED THIS
"",,-.11 .
Ui!~
r DAY OF December, 199
RIGHTS TO RECONSIDERATION AND CHALLENGE
THE BELOW STATED RIGHTS TO RECONSIDERATION AND APPEAL AND DESIGNED
TO
PROVIDE
NOTICE
OF
TIME
LIMITS
AND
A
GENERAL
OUTLINE
.
OF
PROCEDURES.
THE
SPECIFIC
REQUIREMENTS
FOR
REQUEST
FOR
RECONSIDERATION ARE FOUND IN SECTION 22-488 OF THE FEDERAL WAY CITY
CODE.
THE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR CHALLENGES TO THE HEARING
,
EXAMINER'S
RECOMMENDATION ARE FOUND
IN SECTION 22-489
OF THE
FEDERAL
WAY
CITY
CODE.
CLARIFICATION
OF
THE
RIGHTS
TO
RECONSIDERATION AND
CHALLENGE AND THE NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF
PERSONS WHO HAVE A RIGHT TO CHALLENGE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE CITY
CLERK OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY.
RECONSIDERATION
Any person who has a right to challenge a recommendation of the
Hearing Examiner under the Federal Way City Code may request the
Hearing
Examiner
to
reconsider
any
aspect
of
his
or
her
recommendation by delivering a written request for reconsideration
to
the
Department
of
Community Development
within
seven
(7 )
calendar days after the date of issuance of the Hearing Examiner's
recommendation.
The person requesting the reconsideration shall
specify in the request what aspect of the recommendation he or she
wishes to have reconsidered and the reason for the request.
The person requesting the reconsideration shall within seven (7)
calendar days following issuance of the recommendation, mail or
personally deliver a copy of the request for reconsideration along
with a notice of the right to file a written response to the
request to those persons who have a right
to challenge under
Federal Way City Code. Proof of such mailing or personal delivery
shall
be
made
by
an
affidavit
attached
to
the
request
for
reconsideration
at
the
time
of
delivering
the
request
to
the
Department of Community Development. The notice shall st~te that
such response must be received by the Department of
Community
Development within seven (7) calendar days following the filing of
the request with the department.
Any person filing a response to a response to the reconsideration
request must distribute that response by mail or personal delivery
to those persons having a right to challenge under the Federal Way
City Code,
Proof of such distribution by mail or personal delivery
shall be made by affidavit attached to the response delivered to
the Department of Community Development.
within
ten
(10 )
working
days
after
expiration
of
the'
reconsideration period,
the Hearing
Examiner
shall
notify
the
persons who have a right to challenge under the Federal Way Zoning
Code, whether or not the recommendation will be reconsidered.
The
Hearing Examiner may reconsider the recommendation only if he or
she concludes that there is substantial merit in the request.
The
process of reconsideration will be in accordance with Section 22-
488 of the Federal Way City Code.
CHALLENGE
The recommendation of the Hearing Examiner may be challenged by any
person who
is
to receive
a copy of
that recommendation.
The
challenge, in the form of a letter of challenge, must be delivered-
to the Department of Community Development within fourteen
(14)
calendar
days
after
the
issuance
of
the
Hearing
Examiner's
recommendation or, if a request for reconsideration is filed, then
within fourteen (14) calendar days of either the recommendation of
the Hearing Examiner denying the request for reconsideratioh or the
reconsidered recommendation.
The letter of challenge must contain
a clear reference to the matter being challenged and a statement of
the
specific
factual
findings
and
conclusions
I .
of the
Hearing
Examiner disputed by the person filing the challenge.
The person
filing the challenge shall include, with the letter of challenge,
the
fee
established by the City.
The
challenge will not be
accepted unless it is accompanied by the required fee.
The
person
challenging
the
recommendation
shall
within
said
fourteen (14) calendar day period mail or personally deliver a copy
of the letter of challenge along with a notice of the right to file
a written response to the challenge to those persons who have the
right to file a challenge under Section 22-489 of the Federal Way
City Code.
The notice shall
state that
such response must be
received by the Department of Community Development within five (5)
working days following the filing of the written challenge with the
, department.
Any person filing a response to the reconsideration request must
distribute that response by mail or personal delivery to those
persons having a right to challenge under Section 22-489 of the
Federal Way City Code.
Proof of
such distribution by mail or
personal
delivery shall
be made by affidavit
attached to the
.'
response delivered to the Department of Community Development.
The
recommendation
of
the
Hearing
Examiner
may
be
challenged
whether or not
there
was
a
request
to
reconsider
the (Hearing.
Examiner's recommendation.
Any challenge of the Hearing Examiner's
recommendation will be heard by the Federal Way City Council.
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RESOLUTION NO.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, APPROVING THE TWIN LAKES
PARK AND RIDE FACILITY (FEDERAL WAY FILE UPR 95-0023,
FEDERAL WAY HEARING EXAMINER FILE NO.9 6- 36) .
WHEREAS, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)
(" Applicant") has possessory ownership interest in an 11.6 acre rectangular shaped parcel of
property located at the northeast comer of the intersection of SW 344th Street and 21st Avenue
SW within the City of Federal Way; and
WHEREAS, the applicant is proposing to construct a 610 stall park and ride facility
to serve King County and Pierce County transit routes ("Application"); and
WHEREAS, the Property is presently roned Residential Single Family ("RS-7.2"),
and under RS-7.2 rolling, government facilities are permitted uses pursuant to Federal Way City
Code ("FWCC") section 22-645; and
WHEREAS, WSDOT, as lead environmental agency, prepared an Environmental
Assessment (EA) for the Federal Way Park and Ride Lot #2 under the National Environmental
Policy Act (NEP A) rules; and
WHEREAS, the EA received a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) on
4/10/95 from the Federal Highways Administration (FHA), a copy of which was submitted to the
City of Federal Way on July 25, 1996; and
Res. #_, Page 1
WHEREAS, the City of Federal Way adopted the Environmental Assessment,
pursuant to WAC 197-11-630 to satisfy the city's compliance with State Environmental Policy Act
(SEPA) requirements on September 25, 1996; and
WHEREAS, all public notices having duly been given pursuant to FWCC section
22-480; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to FWCC Section 22-482, the Federal Way Land Use
Hearing Examiner held a public hearing on the Application on October 15, 1996; and
WHEREAS, at the conclusion of said hearing, the Federal Way Land Use Hearing
Examiner issued Findings, Conclusions and Recommendations for the Application on December
9, 1996; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Federal Way is the governmental body
having jurisdiction and authority to pass upon approval, denial and modification of the Application
pursuant to the FWCC; and
WHEREAS, FWCC Section 22-490(d) contains decisional criteria for the Federal
Way City Council's consideration of a Process ilr application; and
WHEREAS, this matter having been considered by the Federal Way City Council
Land Use/Transportation Committee at its meeting on January 13, 1997, for the purpose of issuing
its recommendation for conditional approval of the Application to the full City Council; and
WHEREAS, the City Council having considered the written record and the
Recommendation of the Hearing Examiner, pursuant to FWCC Section 22-490 on this date; and
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Res. # -' Page 2
Section 1. Hearing Examiner's Recommendation. The Findings of Fact and
Conclusions of Law contained in the Recommendation of the Federal Way Land Use Hearing
Examiner issued December 9, 1996, following a public hearing held on October 15, 1996, a copy
of which is attached hereto as Exhibit" A" and incorporated by this reference
("Recommendation"), which included a recommendation to approve the Application, are hereby
adopted as the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law of the Federal Way City Council.
Section 2. Process III Decisional Criteria. Pursuant to FWCC section 22-490(d},
the Federal Way City Council concludes that the decisional criteria have been satisfied as the
Application is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, is consistent with all applicable provisions
of the FWCC including those adopted by reference from the Comprehensive Plan, and the
application is consistent with the public health, safety, and welfare.
Section 3. Application Approval. Based upon the Federal Way City Council's
Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, as adopted by the City Council pursuant to Section 1
herein, the Application for the Twin Lakes Park and Ride facility, Federal Way File No. UPR 95-
0023, Federal Way Hearing Examiner No.96-36, is hereby approved.
Section 4. Conditions of Approval Integral. The conditions of approval of the
Application are all integral to each other with respect to the Federal Way City Council finding
that the public use and interest will be served by the approval of the Application and modifications
contained therein. Should any court having jurisdiction of the subject matter declare any of the
conditions invalid then, in said event, the approved Application and modifications granted in this
resolution shall be deemed void, and the Application shall be remanded back to the City of
Federal Way Land Use Hearing Examiner to review the impacts of the invalidation of any
Res. # -' Page 3
condition or conditions and conduct such additional proceedings as are necessary to insure that the
Application makes appropriate provisions for the public health, safety and general welfare and
applicable City ordinances, rules and regulations and forward such Recommendation to the City
Council for further action.
Section 5. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution
should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other
section, sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution.
Section 6. Ratification. Any act consistent with the authority and prior to the
effective date of the resolution is hereby ratified and affirmed.
Section 7. Effective Date. This resolution shall be effective immediately upon
passage by the Federal Way City Council.
RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY,
WASHINGTON, this
day of
,19_.
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
MAYOR, MAHLON S. PRIEST
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK, N. CHRISTINE GREEN, CMC
Res. # -' Page 4
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CITY ATTORNEY, LONDI K. LINDELL
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK:
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL:
RESOLUTION NO.
K: \RESO\FORM
Rev. 12/23/96
Res. # -' Page 5
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CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT SER VICES
REPO R T TO THE
FED ERAL WAY HEARING EXAMINER
Twin Lakes Park and Ride
Federal Way File No. UPR95-0023
Related File Numbers: SPR95-0026, SEP 95-0021
PUBLIC HEARING - October 15, 1996
2:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers
Federal Way City Hall - 33530 1st Way S.
(206) 661-4000
Report Prepared by:
Deb Barker, Associate Planner
I
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
PAGE
a.
I.
II.
ill.
IV.
V.
VI .
VTI.
EXHIBITS....................................................................................2
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED ACTION................................... ...............3
GENERAL INFORMATION..............................................................3
HISTORY AND BACKGROUND........................................................4
THRESHOLD DETERMINATION
OF ENVIRONMENTAL .SIGNIFICANCE............................................ 5
AGENCIES CONTACTED BY FEDERAL WAY.....................................5
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT............................................................5
1. Topography
2. Soils
3. Hydrography
4. Vegetation
5. Wildlife
6. Sensitive Areas
NEIGHBOFlfIOOD CH~CTEFtISTICS..............................................8
VIII. GENERAL DESIGN........................................................................9
IX.
X~
XI.
XII.
TRANSPORTATION........................................................................11
1. Traffic Generation
2. Proposed Improvements
PUBLIC SERVICES.........................................................................12
HEARING EXAMINER AND CITY COUNCIL PROCESS ill DECISIONAL
CFtITEFtIA .,.... ...............,. .... .............., .... ....., ...... ..., .....................12
FINDINGS OF FACT.......................................................................15
XIII. CONCLUSIONS..............................................................................18
XIV. RECOMMENDATION.......................................................................18
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I
EXHIBITS
Exhibit A
Exhibit B
Exhibit C
Exhibit D
Exhibit E
Exhibit F
Exhibit G
Exhibit H
Exhibit I
Reduced scale site plan
Vicinity Map
Site Plan approval with fIDdings of fact
Environmental Assessment
Notice of adoption of Existing Environmental Document
FWCC Section 22-645, Government facilities
Letter of approval for intrusion into wetland setback area by essential public
facilities
Traffic Analysis memorandum
WSDOT response to locational criteria
2
I.
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED ACTION
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) proposes construction
of a 610 stall park and ride facility to serve sixteen bus routes at 34220 - 21st Avenue
SW, in Federal Way (Exhibit A). Proposed site improvements include perimeter and
interior parking lot landscaping; on-site biofiltration swale and wetpond; a walking
trail; bus driver comfort station; drain field; bus loading area with covered waiting
areas; bike racks; and area for a temporary business such as an espresso cart or
newsstand. Off site improvements include the eastward extension of SW 344th Street
approximately 660 feet and right-of-way improvements to 21st A venue SW including
signalization, road widening, streetlights and sidewalks. Portions of essential public
facilities are proposed to encroach into a 100 foot wetland setback area. Construction of
20.to 25 replacement parking stalls at the Evergreen Bible Chapel site is also required
as part of the project.
The Twin Lakes Park and Ride is located in an RS 7.2, Residential Single Family
zoning district. Pursuant to Federal Way City Code (FWCC) section 22-645,
government facilities are permitted uses in the RS zoning district subject to Use Process
III approval.
II.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Location:
34220 - 21st Avenue SW, Federal Way, WA (Exhibit B)
Applicant:
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)
15700 Dayton Ave. North, MS 135, PO Box 330310
Seattle, W A 98133-9710
Contact:
Susan Everett, P.E. (206) 440-4582
Owner:
Washington State Department of Transportation
Zoning:
RS-7.2, Residential Single Family
Comprehensive
Plan Designation:
Suburban Residential (SR)
Acreage:
11.6 acres
S-T-R
24-21-03
Sewage Disposal:
Septic system regulated by the King County Health Department
3
Water Supply:
Lakehaven Utility District
Fire District:
King County Fire District #39
III.
mSTORY AND BACKGROUND
WSDOT and the City of Federal Way entered into preliminary park and ride project
discussions involving wetlands and right of way standards in 1992. WSDOT conducted
infonnal open houses for potential park and ride locations in 1992 and 1993.
The Community Development Review Committee (CDRC) conducted a preapplication
meeting with WSDOT on 11/10/94 to provide comments on a proposed 629 stall park
and ride facility at the subject property. WSDOT submitted an Environmental
Assessment (EA) for city staff comment on 12/23/94. Staff provided comments on
1/31/95 and 3/21/95. A revised EA was received on 3/24/95. Preliminary plans for
signal/illumination and 21st Avenue SW channelization were received 4/95. On 9/8/95,
WSDOT submitted a fonnalland use application depicting a 610 stall park and ride
facility for Site Plan Review and Use process ill approva1.
Pursuant to FWCC Section 22-366, if the proposal requires approval through processes
I, II or ill, the site plan review decision prepared under this article will be put in
writing and fonn the basis of or be an exhibit to the staff report to the hearing examiner
under process ill. On 10/8/96, the Director of Community Development Services
conditionally approved the site plan review application. Conditions of approval are:
1.
If the park and ride facility is constructed before the City's PAN-3
project, on-site detention shall be designed to accommodate the 2-year,
lO-year and 25-year stonn events to mitigate the impacts of downstream
flooding or the applicant shall upgrade the downstream conveyance
system as required by the Public Wodes Department prior to the issuance
of construction permits.
2
Heavy construction will be limited to the period between April 1 and
October 31 to avoid impacts to threatened and endangered species which
may be in the vicinity.
3.
Construction of displaced parking at the Evergreen Bible Chapel is
required to be completed concurrent with widening of 21st Avenue SW.
A Site Plan Review approval letter and fIDdings are attached (Exhibit C).
4
IV.
v.
VI.
THRESHOLD DETERMINATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE
WSDOT, as lead environmental agency, prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA)
for the Federal Way Park and Ride Lot #2 under the National Environmental Policy
Act (NEP A) rules. The EA received a Finding Of No Significant Impact (FONSI) on
4/10/95 from the Federal Highways Administration (FHA) (Exhibit D). The City
received a copy of this document on 7/25/96. On 9/25/96, the City of Federal Way
adopted the Environmental Assessment, pursuant to WAC 197-11-630 (Exhibit E) to
satisfy the city's compliance with State Environmental Policy Act (SEP A)
requirements. The Environmental Assessment for the Federal Way Park and Ride Lot
#2 is hereby incorporated by reference as though set forth in full.
AGENCIES CaNT ACTED BY FEDERAL WAY
As part of the review by Federal Way staff, site visits were conducted and the proposal
was circulated to the Federal Way Community Development Review Committee
(CDRC) consisting of the following agencies and city departments:
*
*
Federal Way Public Works Divisions.
Federal Way Building Department.
King County Fire District #39.
Lakehaven Utility District.
*
*
Responses from the Public Works Department are incorporated into this staff report and
associated fmdings of fact.
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
1.
Topography: The subject parcel contains eastward downward slope of
approximately four (4) percent. Approximately 55 percent of the site will be
covered with impervious surfaces according to site plan data. The maximum lot
coverage for this use is 75 percent in accordance with FWCC section 22-645,
Government facilities (Exhibit F).
2.
Soils: The soils for the area are listed in the 1973 King County area soils
survey as Alderwood gravelly sandy loam (AgC) with 6 to 15 percent slopes.
In a May 1993 subsurface exploration and geotechnicial report, RZA AGRA,
Inc. provides recommendations for roadway preparation, grading and filling and
pavement design standards based on soils conditions of high silt content. Soils
of a moist to wet nature were encountered at relatively shallow depths across the
proposed site. Substantial grading is required to prepare the ponds and swales;
3: 1 slopes for the pond areas are recommended. The recommendations of RZA
AGRA, Inc. report will be implemented in conjunction with [mal engineering
5
and design plans and specifications for related construction permits.
Federal Way Comprehensive plan policy NE-6 calls for".. measures to be taken
during construction to prevent erosion." Any erosion related impacts created
during clearing and construction activities must be addressed according to a City
approved Temporary Erosion Sedimentation Control (TESC) Plan.
3.
Hydrography: The property contains a wetland on the south eastern portion of
the site. (Section 6, Sensitive areas, contains wetland discussion).
A level I downstream analysis and narrative has been prepared by the applicant
in a hydraulic report. The report states that runoff from the site, the SW 344th
St. extension and the widened portion of 21st Ave. SW will be collected by a
closed system of catch basins and pipes. The roadway netWork will connect to
the on-site system which will discharge to a combination wet/detention pond.
This pond will provide water quality treatment and a peak rate runoff control
prior to discharge to a biofiltration swale. From the northeast comer of the site,
runoff is conveyed north approximately 400 feet by a shallow natural vegetated
swale to a shallow depressed area located north of the site. This depression is
drained by one 24-inch inlet at the south end of 19th Ave SW and one 18-inch
inlet south of Fred Meyer. These inlets are connected to the 19th Ave. SW
trunk line, which meets a line draining from 21st Ave. SW. The
Comprehensive Surface Water Facility Plan - Phase 1 draft report by KCM,
Inc. identified potential problem areas within this drainage area; specifically,
up-stream and downstream conveyance systems are undersized and flooding
may occur.
The applicant has stated that the combined wet/detention pond will be sized to
control the post-development 2 and 10 year 7 -day storm to predeveloped peak
runoff rates, and the on-site conveyance systems will be sized for 25-year
design storm event. However, Public Works staff have indicated that these
design standards do not mitigate the downstream system deficiencies, and create
impacts to critical drainage areas. Per FWCC Section 21.92, Critical drainage
areas, development in areas that the Public Works Director has determined that
existing flooding, drainage and/or erosion conditions present an imminent
likelihood of harm to the welfare and safety of the surrounding community shall
meet special drainage requirements set by the director until such time the hazard
is alleviated. PAN-3 is a downstream detention facility designed by the city to
compensate for system conveyance deficiencies in this drainage area.
Therefore, if the parking and ride is constructed before the PAN-3 project, the
on-site detention shall be designed to accommodate the 2-year, lO-year and 25-
year storm events to mitigate the impacts of downstream flooding or the
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applicant shall upgrade the downstream conveyance system. These conditions
are imposed as part of the site plan review approval.
4.
Vegetation: All pervious areas will be required to be landscaped according to
FWCC Article Xvll, Landscaping, which requires type I landscaping ten feet in
width along the north and east property lines to screen the parking stalls from
the residential zoning districts per FWCC section 22-1567(e)(2), and type ill
landscaping ten feet in width along the south and west property lines. Type I
landscaping is intended to provide a solid sight barrier to totally separate
incompatible residential and non-residential land uses. Type ill landscaping is
intended to provide partial visual separation of uses from streets and main
arterials and between uses so as to soften the appearance of parking areas. The
parking stalls on the south and west sides of the site shall also be screened from
the public right-of-way per FWCC section 22-1567(e)(1).
The preliminary landscape plan meets the intent of these requirements. A fmal
landscape plan based on the approved site plan must be approved before
construction permits may be issued.
There are twenty (20) trees on the site that meet the defmition of significant tree
under FWCC section 22-1568(b). Six (6) of these significant conifer trees are
proposed to be retained within the parking lot landscaping and regulated wetland
setback areas. As more than 25 percent of the significant trees are retained,
replacement trees are not required. A tree protection management plan will be
required with the landscape plan in conformance with FWCC section 22-
1568(c)(6).
A bark trail that meanders through the site from the northwest comer to the
southeast comer through the wetland setback area is proposed.
5.
Wildlife - The EA states that reduction in the existing wildlife population is
expected in proportion to the amount of habitat lost from clearing and filling for
project construction. No animal population is expected to be substantially
reduced in this instance. Onsite landscaping and tree retention will provide some
habitat for the impacted wildlife. Heavy construction will be limited to the
period between April 1 and October 31 to avoid impacts to threatened and
endangered species which may be in the vicinity as recommended on page 22 of
the EA.
6.
Sensitive areas - The property contains a wetland on the south eastern portion
of the site measuring 0.2 acre or 10,732 square feet in size. The preliminary site
plan depicts all improvements outward of the 100 foot setback area from the
regulated wetland. Portions of the bus circulation route, pedestrian loading
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areas, walking trail, rock wall, storm sewer, detention pond, landscaping and
right of way improvements to SW 344th Street are proposed to intrude into the
100 foot setback of the regulated wetland. These intrusions must reviewed in
accordance with FWCC Section 22-1359, Structures, improvements and land
surface modifications within the setback areas from regulated wetlands. No
actual wetland intrusion is proposed. A wetland 400 feet north of the subject site
will not be impacted by the project.
Pursuant to FWCC section 22-1359(b), Essential public facilities and utilities,
the director of community development "may permit the placement of an
essential public facility or utility in a setback area from a regulated wetland if he
or she determines that the improvement must traverse the setback area because
no feasible or alternative location exists based on an analysis of technology and
system efficiency. The specific location and extent of the intrusion into the
setback area must constitute the minimum necessary encroachment to meet the
requirements of the public facility. "
In a 1/2/96 letter, WSDOT provided documentation that the improvements are
necessary because no feasible or alternative location exists.
In a 10/8/96 letter, (Exhibit G), the Director of Community Development
conditionally approved the portions of the bus circulation route, pedestrian
loading areas, walking trail, rock wall, storm sewer, detention pond,
landscaping and right of way improvements to SW 344th Street as essential
public facility intrusions into the wetland setback area based on satisfactory
documentation of the decisional criteria.
VII.
NEIGHBORHOOD CHARACTERISTICS
The Twin Lakes Park and Ride is proposed in the middle of a large residential single
family neighborhood in the center of the city. Page 45 of the EA states that the project
site has the characteristics of a rural area. Portions of the site are used as pasture land.
A half dozen older single family homes and outbuildings are scatted throughout the
11.2 acre site. The surrounding parcels are, for the most part, unplatted. Most urban
utilities and services serve the site. (There is no sewer service to the area.) Current uses
of the site and surrounding area include:
Site:
North:
South:
East:
West:
Single family homes and pasture land
Church use
Pasture land, single family homes
Pasture land, single family homes
21st Ave. SW, Church use, Single family homes
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VIII. GENERAL DESIGN
Creation of the 610 stall park and ride raises significant design and compatibility issues
when located within a single residential zoning district. The site and landscape plan, as
depicted, meet minimum land use requirements for this government facility use.
Park and ride design is traditionally utilitarian in
fonn and nature. Land allocation maximizes parking
availability and minimizes pedestrian areas and
landscaping. The shelters are basic and sparse. Such
minimal design standards are typical to park and
rides locations within commercial zoning districts or
adjacent to freeways where minimal utilitarian design
is more compatible with surrounding uses. Typical park and ride structures
A survey of park and ride facilities in King County shows that the design standard tend
towards small, square, flat-roof structures; monotypic colors schemes (usually dark
brown); minimal landscaping that tends to be poorly
maintained; drainage facilities surrounded by chain
link fencing; walls of newspaper boxes forming
barriers around pedestrian areas; very little seating;
large areas of pavement unbroken by landscaping or
buildings; and high level lighting throughout the site.
Metal, concrete and heavy gage plastic are the primary. ..
materials. Colors are dark and unimaginative. TYPIcal park and rIde fencmg
Careful sensitive site layout and building design is needed to minimize the impact of a
610 stall park and ride facility within a residential district. It is important that the
facility reflect and embrace design standards complimentary of the surrounding
residential neighborhood to avoid an appearance and scale out of context and proportion
with the surrounding area.
To this end, it is recommended that the following conditions for landscaping, structures
and lighting be developed:
Landscapin~ :
1.
Landscape islands shall be integrated into the passenger loading areas between
shelters. These islands shall be a minimum of 10 feet in width, and contain Type IV
landscaping (trees, shrubs and groundcover) designed so as to not impact site
security.
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Two east-west pedestrian corridors within the parking lot shall be converted into
large landscape islands, and shall include trees, shrubs and ground cover. These
islands shall be minimwn of 10 feet in width and the same length as the parking
row.
2.
3.
Two pedestrian pathways connecting 21st Ave. SW to
the passenger loading areas shall be designed a minimwn
of 10 feet in width with meandering landscaped islands
installed along the full length of the pathway. The
pedestrian pathways shall be elevated within the parking
areas, and shall have colored and or textured paving to
distinguish the pathways from the general parking areas.
Landscaped
Pedestrian Pathway
Structures (passen~er shelters. accessory use vendors and comfort station)
The following elements shall be incorporated into the design of the park and ride:
1.
Structures shall have gable or hip roofs with cornice treatment.
2.
Materials should be wood or wood-like. Passenger shelters shall have glass sides
and decorative panel bases provided inside and out.
3.
A variety of lighter colors shall be used to accent design variations in building
elevations.
4.
Bench seating shall be provided inside and outside of passenger shelters.
5.
Newspaper display boxes shall be in formal stacked structures.
6.
Fencing should be decorative as well as functional. Chain link fencing is not
permitted. Wherever possible, landscaping shall be used in place of fencing.
7.
Interpretative or educational signage shall be incorporated into the site,
including explanations of environmentally sensitive areas.
8.
Design features, such as canopies or arcades, that enhance the continuity or
support architectural styling of proposed structures, should be considered.
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1.
Low level decorative lighting shall be used
in all pedestrian/passenger loading areas
and parking lots.
Decorative lighting
Li2htin2:
2.
Light standards shall be constructed of
wood or include a design compatible with residential characteristics.
IX.
TRANSPORTATION
Traffic Generation: Based on information provided in the October 1994 Traffic
Analysis and a 1995 addendum by WSDOT staff, the proposed project will generate
570 PM peak hour trips (100 inbound and 470 outbound). The Level of Service (LOS)
at 21st Ave. SW and SW 344th St. will be upgraded from existing conditions of LOS F
to LOS A with the installation of a traffic signal in conjunction with this project.
(Exhibit 11). WSDOT traffic analysis memorandum state that signal warrant and
queuing analysis showed that angle accidents are correctable with signalization, and
recommended "construction of the park and ride lot and other improvements as
planned." Left turn pockets will be provided along 21st Ave. SWand SW 344th St.
METRO has identified the peak morning hours of operation at this facility ending by
7:30 A.M. in order to get commuters to downtown Seattle by 8:50 A.M. After 7:30
A.M., there would likely be one bus every half hour at this facility. Students attending
the nearby Sagahlie Junior High School travel to school between 7:30 to 8:00 A.M.
The Federal Way School District and WSDOT will work together to educate the
students at the Junior High School about the new park and ride facility and traffic from
the facility. In addition, WSDOT is providing additional street lighting and sidewalks
improvements on the east side of 21st Ave. SW between SW 336th and SW 344th
Street to mitigate school access safety concerns.
Proposed Improvements: The applicant will be providing right-of-way improvements
along 21st Ave. SW north to the Fred Meyer site; shall extend SW 344th Street from
21st Ave. SW east approximately 660 feet; and shall install a traffic signal at the
intersection of 21st Ave. SW and SW 344th St. as set forth in the FWCC sections 22-
1474(a) and 22-1475. The improvements include pavement, vertical curbing, six (6)
foot wide landscape strip with street trees, and eight (8) foot wide sidewalks. The right-
of-way improvements are justified based on the following: 21st Ave. SW, a four lane
street designated as a principal arterial, does not have improvements on east side of
street and is unsafe for pedestrian users; 21st Ave. SW provides immediate access to
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the proposed facility from active commerce areas to the north, the proposed facility
will serve a pedestrian-orientated client base as well as personal vehicle users; and
METRO deliver riders to the area, adding to the pedestrian concentration on the street.
Given the nature of the proposed facility and the existing conditions of the adjacent
ROW, the right-of-way improvements are appropriate to require under FWCC section
22-1473, When public improvements must be installed.
The widening of 21st Avenue SW to allow for right of way improvement installation
will require the acquisition of twenty (20) feet of land from the Evergreen Bible Chapel
site, creating non-conforming parking conditions. WSDOT will be constructing 20 to
25 replacement parking stalls at the Chuch site to avoid creating nonconforming
conditions. Construction is required to be concurrent with the improvements on 21st
Ave. SW.
X.
PUBLIC SERVICES
Comments from the Fire and Police Department do not indicate that any special
emergency services will be required. A fIre station is located three-quarters of a mile
north of the site. Public comments have been received questioning the possibility of a
police substation locating at the park and ride facility. METRO has plans to contract
temporary vendors to provide accessory use services at the park and ride site.
XI.
HEARING EXAMINER PROCESS II AND CITY COUNCIL PROCESS III
DECISIONAL CRITERIA REOUIRED BY FWCC SECTION 22-443
A.
Procedure - Government facilities, which include park and ride facilities, are
pennitted uses within RS zoning districts pursuant to Federal Way City Code
(FWCC) section 22-645, Govemmentfacilities. Use Process ill approval by the
Federal Way City Council is required.
B.
Decisional Criteria - Following the public hearing, the Hearing Examiner may,
after consideration of the entire matter on record, recommend approval of the
proposed action if the decisional criteria of FWCC section 22-490(d) are met.
This recommendation is forwarded to the Federal Way City Council for final
action. The decisional criteria and staff response follow:
Criterion #1. "It is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan."
City Response: The 1990 interim City of Federal Way Comprehensive
Plan (FWCP) (under which this project is vested) contains several
elements related to Land Use and Transportation which help guide the
orderly growth and development of the City. The comprehensive plan is
used, among other documents, as a basis for implementing regulations
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such as zoning and the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
According to the Comprehensive Plan Map, the land use designation for
the site is Suburban Residential. The park and ride proposal has been
reviewed for conformance with all elements of the FWCP and is
consistent with the stated policies and goals. The applicant provided a
written response to these criteria in a 1/2/96 letter attachment (Exhibit
I).
The proposal complies with several comprehensive plan policies in the
following ways:
.
FWCP Policy T -3 - Work with METRO to provide additional
local bus service by METRO in Federal Way and between
neighboring cities.
.
FWCP Policy T -8 - Implement improved access to the Interstate
to provide improved mobility within the city and surrounding
communities.
Response: METRO is to manage the park and ride facility which
is designed to accommodate 16 bus routes. WSDOT has stated
that the park and ride facility would draw patrons from
residential neighborhoods to the south and west of the site,
including Tacoma and Pierce County residents. Intercepting the
traffic at this site lowers traffic volumes at key intersections and
at major arterial in the city of Federal Way. The traffic
memorandum states that the park and ride will produce the
benefit of converting 570 Single Occupant Vehicle (SOV) trips to
High Occupant Vehicle (HOV) trips at an average of 35
passengers per each of 16 buses.
.
FWCP Policy T -11 - Require mitigation of direct transportation
impacts created by the new development.
Response: The applicant shall provide right-of-way improvements
along 21st Avenue SW and SW 344th Street, including
signalization, road widening, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, planting
strips and street trees as part of the project. The applicant shall
also provide replacement parking stalls on the Evergreen Bible
Chapel site.
.
FWCP Policy NE-6 - Enforce measures to be taken during
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construction to prevent erosion.
Response: A Temporary Erosion Sedimentation Control (TESC)
Plan will be implemented during clearing, grading and
construction activities.
.
FWCP Policy H-23 - Allow supporting services and facilities in
residential zones...provided the scale and uses are compatible
with adjacent neighborhoods.
Response: The park and ride facility use is compatible with the
suburban residential classification in that the adjacent suburban
residents are the users of the facility as they commute to other
locations. The non-stacked parking facility compliments
residential neighborhood characteristics through vegetative
buffering and site amenities such as walking trails and wetland
retention.
Criterion #2. "It is consistent with aIL applicable provisions of the Code,
including those adopted by reference from the Comprehensive
Plan. "
City response: Development of the site is required to comply with
provisions of the Federal Way Environmental Policy section, Federal
Way City Code and other applicable development codes and regulations.
The project was reviewed in relation to these development codes and
regulations .
Note #1 of FWCC Section 22-645, states that facilities "may be
permitted only if locating this use in the immediate area of the subject
property is necessary to permit effective service to the area to be served. "
The area to be served by the park and ride facility has been identified as
the south and western portions of the city. There are no formal park and
ride facilities available west of the proposed location. Access to the park
and ride is provided by 21st Avenue SW, a major principal arterial. The
park and ride facility provides a service to the area because local
commuters do not have to travel east on congested city streets to utilize
other park and ride facilities located along Interstate - 5. Commuter
travel time, driver tensions and vehicle wear and tear are reduced by use
of the Twin Lakes Park and Ride facility. Page 10 of the EA states that
development of the site will reduce the impact of cut-through traffic in
nearby residential neighborhoods.
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As depicted, the park and ride facility meets the minimum requirements
of the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan, the code requirements of
FWCC section 22-645 and all other applicable city regulations. Setback
standards are met, perimeter and on-site landscaping is provided and
traffic impacts have been mitigated.
Criterion #3. "It is consistent with the public health, safety and welfare."
City response: The park and ride facility has been designed to mitigate
some impacts to the public health, safety and welfare. Right of way
improvements will be installed to provide safe vehicular and pedestrian
access to and from the site. Street lighting will be provided along 21st
Avenue SW, a route used by Junior High School students among others.
Separation of vehicles and pedestrians will be maintained throughout the
park and ride site. Storm drainage systems will be designed to mitigate
the impacts of downstream flooding. Landscaping will support some
animal habitat and provide limited noise buffering from the site as well
as providing vehicular screening and aesthetic enhancement.
FWCP Policy H-23 allows supporting services and facilities in
residential zones.. .provided the scale and uses are compatible with
adjacent neighborhoods. If constructed in typical fashion, the 610 stall
park and ride could result in a project that is incompatible in scope and
character with the surrounding residential area.
Sensitive site layout and building design is needed to minimize the
impact of the large parking facility within the residential zoning district.
To this end, it is recommended that design conditions be adopted.
All applicable city state and local public health and safety regulations
will be met prior to the issuance of construction permits.
XII.
FINDINGS OF FACT
Based on an analysis of the proposed action, the environmental record and related
decisional criteria, the department of community development fmds that :
1.
The site is designated SR, Suburban Residential land use classification by the
1990 Federal Way Comprehensive Plan.
2.
The zoning for the subject site is Residential Single Family (RS-7.2).
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has made
application to construct a 610 stall park and ride facility to serve sixteen bus
routes.
Government facilities, which include park and ride facilities, are permitted uses
within RS zoning districts pursuant to Federal Way City Code (FWCC) section
22-645, Government facilities. Use Process ill approval is required.
The 11.6 acre site currently contains six residential structures and open pasture.
Surrounding land uses include single family residential, vacant and church uses.
The proposed use conflicts with existing land uses in the vicinity.
WSDOT, as lead environmental agency, prepared Federal Way Park and Ride
Lot #2 Environmental Assessment (EA). On September 25, 1996, the City of
Federal Way adopted the Environmental Assessment, pursuant to WAC 197-11-
630. The amended Environmental Assessment for the Twin Lakes Park and
Ride is hereby incorporated by reference as though set forth in full.
Water service is available to serve the site. A septic system is proposed to be
installed to accommodate a driver comfort station. It is the applicants
responsibility to secure all necessary permits from the utility providers.
Proposed surface water facilities have been designed in accordance with the
requirements of the King County Surface Water Design Manual and the King
County Executive Proposed Basin Plan for the Hylebos Creek and Lower Puget
Sound. As conditioned, these facilities are adequate to serve the proposed
development.
Public access to the site is provided by 21st Avenue SW and SW 344th Street as
extended. The proposed project was reviewed to ensure optimal location and
configuration of access to the subject property.
10.
21st Avenue SW is a principal arterial according to the 1990 City of Federal
Way Comprehensive Plan. SW 344th Street is classified as a minor arterial in
Federal Way Resolution #90-25.
11.
The applicant will be installing right-of-way improvements to provide safe
vehicular and pedestrian access to and from the site, including roadway
widening, curbs sidewalks and a new signal at the intersection of SW 344th and
21st Avenue SW.
12.
The widening of 21st Avenue SW to allow for right of way improvement
installation will require the acquisition of twenty (20) feet of land from the
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14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
20.
Evergreen Bible Chapel site, creating non-confonning parking conditions.
WSDOT will be constructing the replacement parking stalls concurrent with the
improvements to 21st Ave. SW.
The proposed development contains a regulated wetland environmentally
sensitive area. No development is proposed to impact the wetland.
The city has conducted an analysis of required decisional criteria for the
proposed intrusion into the wetland setback area pursuant to FWCC Section 22-
1359(b). This analysis and fmdings are incorporated into this staff report by
reference as though set forth in full.
Fifty-five percent of the site will be covered by impervious surfaces. Perimeter
and interior parking lot landscaping required by the FWCC will be provided.
Six of the twenty significant trees are proposed to be retained on site. As more
than 25 percent of the significant trees are retained, replacement trees will not
be required.
The park and ride facility would provide service to commuters in the south and
west sectors of the city, would collect passengers before they go onto congested
east-west streets, and would lower traffic volumes at key intersections and at
major arterials in the city.
The proposal embodies good design principles such as vegetative buffering,
wetland retention, pedestrian trails, and separation of vehicular and pedestrian
travel areas that do not conflict with adjacent uses in the immediate area.
To ensure that the park and ride facility is not out of scale with the residential
zoning district, structures, landscaping and lighting should be carefully designed
to reflect the residential nature of the surrounding zoning district and to mitigate
the potential conflict posed by the facility size. Conditions to achieve this are
recommended .
19.
The park and ride proposal has been reviewed for compliance with the 1990
Federal Way Comprehensive Plan and all applicable provisions of the FWCC,
including those adopted by reference from the Comprehensive Plan. As
proposed and as recommended by staff, the park and ride project is consistent
with the Comprehensive plan and all applicable codes and regulations.
Development of the site in accordance with the Comprehensive plan and all
applicable development codes and regulations will ensure that the interest of the
public health, safety and welfare are protected.
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XII.
CONCLUSIONS
In conjunction with the recommended conditions, the proposed park and ride
facility complies with the goals and polices of the 1990 comprehensive plan, the
FWCC and all other city regulations.
XIV. RECOMMENDATIONS
Upon review of this application, the Environmental Assessment, FaNS! and
pertinent decisional criteria, the Department of Community Development
Services recommends approval of the Twin Lakes Park and Ride facility with
the following conditions for landscaping, structures and lighting:
Landscapin~:
1.
Landscape islands shall be integrated into the passenger loading areas
between shelters. These islands shall be a minimum of 10 feet in width, and
contain Type IV landscaping (trees, shrubs and groundcover) designed so.
as to not impact site security.
2.
Two east-west pedestrian corridors within the parking lot shall be
converted into large landscape islands, and shall include trees, shrubs and
ground cover. These islands shall be minimum of 10 feet in width and the
same length as the parking row.
3.
Two pedestrian pathways connecting 21st Ave. SW to the passenger
loading areas shall be designed a minimum of 10 feet in width with
meandering landscaped islands installed along the full length of the
pathway. The pedestrian pathways shall be elevated within the parking
areas, and shall have colored and or textured paving to distinguish the
pathways from the general parking area.
Structures (passen~er shelters. accessory use vendors and comfort station)
The following elements shall be incorporated into the design of the park and
ride:
1.
Structures shall have gable or hip roofs with cornice treatment.
2.
Materials should be wood or wood-like. Passenger shelters shall have glass
sides and decorative panel bases provided inside and out.
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3.
A variety of lighter colors shall be used to accent design variations in
building elevations.
4.
Bench seating shall be provided inside and outside of passenger shelters.
5.
Newspaper display boxes shall be in fonnal stacked structures.
6.
Fencing should be decorative as well as functional. Chain link fencing is
not permitted. Wherever possible, landscaping shall be used in place of
fencing.
7.
Interpretative or educational signage shall be incorporated into the site,
including explanations of environmentally sensitive areas.
8.
Design features, such as canopies or arcades, that enhance the continuity
or support architectural styling of proposed structures, should be
considered.
Li~htin~:
1.
Low level decorative lighting shall be used in all pedestrian/passenger
loading areas and parking lots.
2.
Light standards shall be constructed of wood or include a design
compatible with residential characteristics.
Transmitted to parties listed hereafter:
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Federal Way Hearing Examiner
Susan Everett, WSDOT
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PO Box 330310
Seattle, W A 98133-9710
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October 8, 1996
Ms. Susan Everett
Washington State Department of Transportation
15700 Dayton Avenue North, MS 135
PO Box 330310
Seattle, WA 98133-9710
RE:
SPR 95-0026 - SITE PLAN APPROVAL
Twin Lakes Park and Ride Facility
34220- 21st Avenue SW, Federal Way, WA
Dear Ms. Everett:
The City of Federal Way has completed the administrative review of Twin Lakes Park and Ride
facility, consisting of610 stall park and ride facility to serve sixteen bus routes at 34220 - 21st
Avenue SW, in Federal Way. Proposed site improvements include perimeter and interior parking
lot landscaping; on-site biofiltration swale and wetpond; a walking trail; bus driver comfort
station; drain field; bus loading area with covered waiting areas; bike racks; and area for a
temporary business such as an espresso cart or newsstand. Off site improvements include the
eastward extension of SW 344th Street approximately 660 feet and right-of-way improvements to
21 st Avenue SW including signalization, road widening, streetlights, and sidewalks. Construction
of parking stalls displaced during street widening is also proposed.
The site plan application for the facility submitted on September 8, 1995, and revisions submitted
on December 4, 1995, December 14, 1995, January 9, 1996, and July 25, 1996, are hereby
approved with conditions per the attached Findings For Site Plan Approval. The remainder of
this letter outlines the review processes, gives a brief summary of the process under the National
Environmental Policy Act (NEP A) to date, site plan review conditions, a partial list of building
permit requirements, and outlines procedure relating to appeals and approval periods as they
relate to site plan approval.
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REVIEW PROCESSES
The site is zoned RS-7.2 (Residential Single Family). The park and ride project has been classified
as a government facility and is a permitted use requiring process ill review subject to the
provisions of Federal Way City Code (FWCC) 22-645, Government Facilities. This site plan
review decision is administrative, and does not grant license to begin any type of site work. It will
be incorporated into and become a basis for the process ill review by the Federal Way Hearing
Examiner and the Federal Way City Council pursuant to FWCC section 22-366.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PROCESS
The responsible official of the City of Federal Way adopted WSDOT's NEPAEnvironmental
Assessment (EA) on September 25, 1996, pursuant to WAC 197-11-630 (Federal Way File No:
SEP95-0021) to satisfy the city's compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEP A).
SITE PLAN REVIEW CONDITIONS
Based on the city's review of the proposed site plan and attached findings of fact, the following
conditions are required:
1.
If the park and ride facility is constructed before the City's PAN-3 project, on-site detention
shall be designed to accommodate the 2-year, 10-year, and 25-year stonn events to mitigate
the impacts of downstream flooding or the applicant shall upgrade the downstream
conveyance system as required by the Public Works Department prior to the issuance of
construction permits.
2
Heavy construction will be limited to the period between April 1 and October 31 to avoid
impacts to threatened and endangered species which may be in the vicinity.
3.
Construction of displaced parking at the Evergreen Bible Chapel is required to be completed
concurrent with widening of 21st Avenue SW.
PARTIAL LIST OF BUILDING PERMIT CONDITIONS
The following conditions are established through the city's building permit review process. These
conditions must be addressed prior to issuance of any pennits in conjunction with the project.
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1.
A lot line elimination application must be approved and recorded prior to issuance of
construction permits.
2.
Right-of-way shall be dedicated to the City of Federal Way for the improvements along 21st
Avenue SWand SW 344th Street follówing acceptance by the city. Final right-of-way
dedication width shall be 20 feet wide along entire frontage of 21 st Avenue SW and 50 feet
wide for 660 feet along the frontage of SW 344th Street.
3.
Recommendations provided in the soils reports prepared by RZA-AGRA (May 1993) shall
be followed through design and construction of the park and ride facility as required by the
FWCC.
4.
Septic approval by King County Public Health Department is required before the issuance of
construction permits.
5.
A final landscape plan that meets the requirements ofFWCC Article XVII - Landscaping,
must be submitted with the construction permit application. The landscape plan must be
approved before construction permits may be issued. All required landscaping must be
installed based on the approved plans before the certificate of occupancy can be issued.
PROCEDURAL INFORMATION
Unless modified or appealed, this site plan approval is valid for a period of one year ITom the date
of the decision. If no further action is taken within one year of the decision, the decision will
expire. A six month extension may be granted only if a written request is submitted to the city's
Department of Community Development Services, 33530 1st Way South, Federal Way, WA
98003, at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the decision.
This decision may be appealed by the applicant. The appeal must be in the fonn of a letter
delivered to the Department of Community Development Services, 33530 1st Way South, Federal
Way, WA, and be accompanied by the established fee, within 14 calendar days after issuance of
the decision. The appeal letter must contain a clear reference to the matter being appealed and a
statement of the factual findings and conclusions of the Director of Community Development
Services disputed by the person filing the appeal.
This decision shall not waive compliance with future City of Federal Way codes, policies, and
standards relating to this development. Also, be advised that various perfonnance and
maintenance bonds may be required for the project. Any bonds or other agreements as required
must be completed prior to issuance of any related construction permits. A cash deposit is also
required to cover the city's potential expenses, if necessary, for obtaining and using the proceeds
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of any bond. The cash deposit shall be posted for up to five percent ($100 minimum) prior to
building permit issuance. The cash deposit will be refunded following satisfactory completion of
all bond requirements.
If you have any questions regarding this decision, please contact Deb Barker, Associate Planner
(661-4103).
Sincerely,
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Gregory D. Moore, AICP
Director of Community D elopment Services
enc: Findings for Site Plan Approval
Approved Site Plan
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Kathy McClung, Deputy Director, CDS
Greg Fewins, Principal Planner
Deb Barker, Associate Planner
Stephen Clifton, Public Works Development Services Manager
Gary Barnett, Public Works Engineering Plans Reviewer
Dick Mumma, Building Official
Greg Brozek, King County Fire District #39
Mary Cossette, Lakehaven Utility District
Dave Kapurski, King County Public Health Department
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SITE PLAN REVIEW - FINDINGS OF FACT
TWIN LAKES PARK AND RIDE
SPR 95-0026
The following are findings of fact for Site Plan Review for the Twin Lakes Park and Ride facility.
1.
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) proposes construction of
a 610 stall park and ride facility to serve sixteen bus routes at 34220 - 21st Avenue SW,
in Federal Way (Exhibit A). Proposed site improvements include perimeter and interior
parking lot landscaping; on-site biofiltration swale and wetpond; a walking trail; bus driver
comfort station; drain field; bus loading area with covered waiting areas; bike racks; and
area for a temporary business such as an espresso cart or newsstand. Off site improvements
include the eastward extension of SW 344th Street approximately 660 feet and right-of-
way improvements to 21st Avenue SW including signalization, road widening, streetlights
and sidewalks. Construction of parking stalls displaced during street widening is also
proposed.
2.
The zoning for the subject site is Residential Single Family (RS- 7.2).
3.
The 1990 Federal Way Comprehensive Plan designation for the site is Suburban
Residential (SR).
4.
Government facilities, which include park and ride facilities, are permitted uses within RS
zoning districts pursuant to Federal Way City Code (FWCC) section 22-645, Government
facilities. Use Process III approval by the Federal Way City Council is required.
5.
Note #1 of FWCC Section 22-645, states that facilities "may be permitted only if locating
this use in the immediate area of the subject property is necessary to permit effective
service to the area to be served. II In response, the applicant has stated that: (Exhibit B)
1)
The patrons that will use the Park and Ride live in areas surrounding this
location.
2)
The Park and Ride will intercept commuters before driving on the congested
city streets.
3)
This location does not compete with other park and ride locations.
4)
This location could provide a link with Pierce Transit and thereby improve
transit service to the Tacoma area.
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6.
Four lots will be combined to develop the 11.6 acre (505,296 square feet) park and ride
facility. A lot line elimination to delete interior lot lines must be approved and recorded
before the construction permit is issued.
The site will access 21st Ave. SWand SW 344th St. (as extended east from 21st Ave. SW)
with both a transit driveway and passenger vehicle driveway (Exhibit C). The 1990
FWCP classifies 21st Ave. SW as a principal arterial street while SW 344th St. is
classified as a minor arterial in Federal Way Resolution 90-25.
8.
The subject parcel contains eastward downward slope of approximately four (4) percent.
Approximately fifty-five (55) percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces.
The maximum allowable lot coverage for this use is 75 percent in accordance with FWCC
section 22-645.
10.
The applicant has proposed a surface parking lot with 610 parking stalls to accommodate
city commuters. There are 484 standard sized stalls (9 feet by 8 feet), 112 compact stalls
(8.5 feet by 15 feet), twelve handicapped parking stalls, and two handicapped van stalls
proposed .
11.
The property contains a wetland on the south eastern portion of the site measuring 0.2 acre
or 10,732 square feet in size. The preliminary site plan depicts all buildings and parking
areas outward of the 100 foot setback area from the regulated wetland. Portions of the bus
circulation route, pedestrian loading areas, wallång trail, rock wall, storm sewer, detention
pond, landscaping and right-of -way improvements to SW 344th Street are proposed to
intrude up to 100 feet (Exhibit D) into the 100 foot setback of the regulated wetland:
These intrusions must be reviewed in accordance with FWCC Section 22-1359, Structures,
improvements and land surface modifications within the setback areas from regulated
wetlands. No wetland intrusion is proposed. A wetland 400 feet north of the subject site
will not be impacted by the project.
Pursuant to FWCC section 22-1359(b), Essential public facilities and utilities, the director
of community development "may permit the placement of an essential public facility or
utility in a setback area from a regulated wetland if he or she determines that the
improvement must traverse the setback area because no feasible or alternative location
exists based on an analysis of technology and system efficiency. The specific location and
extent of the intrusion into the setback area must constitute the minimum necessary
encroachment to meet the requirements of the public facility."
In a January 2, 1996 letter, WSDOT stated that:
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'7he improvements are necessary because no feasible or alternative localion exists.
The largest intrusion into the setback is the construction of SW 344th St. This
frontage improvement is required and its alignment is dictated by the city's
approval, existing alignment and the city's desire to construct roads on section
lines and quarter section lines. Construction of this improvement oU/side of the
wetland setback would require excessive right-ol-way purchase, and would require
the horizontal curve in the roadway alignment in the same location as a venical
sag in the roadway alignment. This would create undesirable design from an
alignment and safety standpoint. Other minor site improvements that will occur
inside the wetland setback have been minimized to the greatest degree possible. The
detention ponds have been located to the north away from the wetland to the
farthest extent possible. The transit exit cannot be 11JOved any further away from the
wetland because of city driveway separation requirements and separation
requirements for driveways from intersections. "
In an October 8, 1996 letter, (Exhibit E, hereby incorporated by reference as though
incorporated in full), the Director of Community Development conditionally approved the
portions of the bus circulation route, pedestrian loading areas, walking trail, rock wall,
storm sewer, detention pond, landscaping and right-of -way improvements to SW 344th
Street as essential public facility intrusions into the wetland setback area based on
satisfactory documentation of the decisional criteria.
The applicant proposes to excavate approximately 22,628 cubic yards of material and fill
18,050 cubic yards of material. The soils for the area are listed in the 1973 King County
area soils survey as Alderwood gravelly sandy loam (AgC) with 6 to 15 percent slopes.
In a May 1993 subsurface exploration and geotechnicial report, RZA AGRA, Inc.
(Exhibit F) provided recommendations for roadway preparation, grading and filling and
pavement design standards based on soils conditions of high silt content. Soils of a moist
to wet nature were encountered at relatively shallow depths across the proposed site.
Substantial grading is required to prepare the drainage ponds and swales; 3: 1 slopes for
the pond areas are recommended. The recommendations of RZA AGRA, Inc. report shall
be implemented in the grading and clearing and building permits process.
WSDOT, as lead environmental agency, prepared Federal Way Park and Ride Lot #2
Environmental Assessment (EA). The EA received a Finding Of No Significant Impact
(FONSI) on April 10, 1995 from the Federal Highways Administration (FHA) (Exhibit
G). The City received a copy of the FONSI on July 25, 1996.
On September 25, 1996, the City of Federal Way adopted the Environmental Assessment,
pursuant to WAC 197-11-630 to satisfy the city's compliance with the State Environmental
Policy Act (SEPA). The amended Environmental Assessment for the Twin Lakes Park
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and Ride Facility is hereby incorporated by reference as though set forth in full.
Any erosion related impacts during clearing and construction will be mitigated by
implementing a Temporary Erosion/Sedimentation Control (!'ESC) plan to be reviewed
and approved by the City of Federal Way in conjunction with construction permits as
required by FWCC Section 22-948.
A level I downstream analysis and narrative has been prepared 1?y the applicant in a
hydraulic report (Exhibit H). The report states that runoff from the site, the SW 344th
St. extension and the widened portion of 21st Ave. SW will be collected by a closed
system of catch basins and pipes. The roadway network will connect to the on-site system
which will discharge to a combination wet/detention pond. This pond will provide water
quality treatment and a peak rate runoff control prior to discharge to a biof1ltration swale.
From the northeast corner of the site, runoff is conveyed north approximately 400 feet by
a shallow natural vegetated swale to a shallow depressed area located north of the site.
This depression is drained by one 24-inch inlet at the south end of 19th Ave SW and one
18-inch inlet south of the Fred Meyer site. These inlets are connected to the 19th Ave. SW
trunk line, which meets a line draining from 21st Ave. SW
The Comprehensive Surface Water Facility Plan - Phase 1 draft report by KCM, Inc.
identified potential problem areas within this drainage area; specifically, up-stream and
downstream conveyance systems are undersized and flooding may occur.
The applicant has stated that the combined wet/detention pond will be sized to provide
control of the post-development 2 and 10 year 7-day storm to predeveloped peak runoff
rates, and the on-site conveyance systems will be sized for 25-year design storm event.
However, Public Works staff have indicated that these design standards do not mitigate the
system deficiencies, and create further impacts to critical drainage areas. Per FWCC
Section 21-92, Critical drainage areas, development in areas that the Public Works
Director has determined that existing flooding, drainage and/or erosion conditions present
an imminent likelihood of harm to the welfare and safety of the surrounding community
shall meet special drainage requirements set by the director until such time the hazard is
alleviated. P AN-3 is a detention facility to be developed by the city to compensate for
system deficiencies in this drainage area.
Therefore, if the park and ride is constructed before the P AN-3 project is completed, the
on-site detention shall be designed to accommodate the 2-year, lO-year and 25-year storm
events to mitigate the impacts of downstream flooding or the applicant shall upgrade the
downstream conveyance system. These conditions will be imposed as part of the site plan
review approval.
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All pervious areas will be required to be landscaped according to FWCC Article XVII,
Landscaping. Perimeter landscape requirements are type I landscaping ten feet in width
along the north and east property lines to screen the parking stalls from the residential
zoning districts per FWCC section 22-1567(e)(2), and type III landscaping ten feet in
width along the south and west property lines. The parking stalls on the south and west
sides of the site shall also be screened from the public right-of-way per FWCC section 22-
1567(e)(I). The preliminary landscape plan submitted on September 8, 1995 and revised
on January 9, 1996 reflects these requirements. A final landscape plan based on the
approved site plan must be approved before the construction permits may be issued.
There are twenty (20) trees on the site that meet the definition of significant tree under
FWCC section 22-1568(b). Six (6) significant conifer trees are proposed to be retained
within the parking lot landscaping and regulated wetland setback areas. A tree protection
managem~nt plan will be required with the landscape plan in conformance with FWCC
section 22-1568(c)(6).
A five foot wide bark trail that meanders through the site from the northwest corner to the
southeast comer is proposed.
Page 22 of the EA states that reduction in the existing wildlife population is expected in
proportion to the amount of habitat lost from clearing and filling for roadway construction.
No animal population is expected to be substantially reduced in this instance.. On site
landscaping and tree retention is to serve as habitat for the impacted wildlife. The EA
states that heavy construction will be limited to the period between April 1 and October
31 to avoid impacts to threatened and endangered species which may be in the vicinity.
Based on information provided in the October 1994 Traffic Analysis by WSDOT staff
(Exhibit I), the proposed project will generate 570 PM peak hour trips (100 inbound and
470 outbound). The Level of Service (LOS) at 21st Ave. SW and SW 344th St. will be
upgraded from existing conditions of LOS F to LOS A with the installation of a traffic
signal. Left turn pockets will be provided along 21st Ave. SW and SW 344th St.
The applicant will be providing right-of-way improvements along 21st Ave. SW including
the extension of SW 344th Street from 21st Ave. SW east approximately 660 feet and the
installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of 21 st Ave. SW and SW 344th St. as set
forth in the FWCC sections 22-1474(a) and 22-1475. The improvements include
pavement, vertical curbing, six (6) foot wide landscape strip with street trees, and eight
(8) foot wide sidewalks. The right-of-way improvements are justified based on the
following: 21st Ave. SW, a four lane street designated as a principal arterial, does not
have improvements on east side of street and is unsafe for pedestrian users; 21st Ave.
provides immediate access to the proposed facility frË;~IB;:::ë:the
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north; the proposed facility will serve a pedestrian-orientated client base as well as vehicle
users; and METRO delivers riders to the area, adding to the pedestrian concentration on
the street. Given the nature of the proposed facility and the existing conditions of the
adjacent ROW, the right-of-way improvements are appropriate to require under FWCC
section 22-1473, When public improvements must be installed.
21st Ave. SW and SW 344th St. has insufficient right-of-way width available to provide
the required improvements noted under finding #24. The applicant proposes dedicating
twenty (20) feet of property fronting 21st Ave. SW for approximately 400 feet; and fifty
(50) feet wide by 660 feet of SW 344th St. to the City of Federal Way to allow for
installation of these street improvements fully within the public right-of-way.
The applicant has dedicated the minimum amount of land necessary to install these
improvements, in accordance with FWCC section 22-1474(c). The improvements would
be consistent with recent improvements installed north of the project site adjacent to Fred
Meyer. The amount ofland dedicated (20 feet x 400 feet = 8,000 square feet and 50 feet
x 660 feet =33,000 square feet totals 41,000 square feet of the 505,286 square foot lot)
is approximately 8 percent of the full site, and is related both in nature and extent to the
impacts of the proposed development. King County has assessed the land value of the
subject site at $1,787,800.00 The value of the land dedicated is $68,470.00 ($1.67 per
square foot x 41,000 square feet). In 1993, the project was estimated at $8,327,000.00.
Public Works Department granted right-of-way modifications in a September 29, 1995
memorandum (Exhibit J).
The widening of 21 st Ave. SW to allow for right of way improvement installation will
require the acquisition of twenty (20) feet of land from the Evergreen Bible Chapel site,
creating non-conforming parking conditions at the church site. WSDOT will be
constructing 20 to 25 parking stalls at the church site to replace the displaced parking
stalls. This construction must be completed concurrent with the widening of 21st Ave.
SW. This condition will be imposed as p~ of site plan approval.
The applicant will be under grounding power and utility lines along 21st Ave. SW in
conformance with FWCC section 22-1521. Street lighting along 21st Ave. SW and SW
344th will be provided per FWCC Section 22-1522, Street lighting.
METRO has identified the peak morning hours of operation at this facility ending by 7:30
A.M. in order to get commuters to downtown Seattle by 8:50 A.M. After 7:30 A.M.,
there would likely be one bus every half hour at this facility. Students travel to school
between 7:30 to 8:00 A.M. The Federal Way School District and WSDOT will work
together to educate the students atSagahlie Junior High School about the new park and
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ride facility and traffic from the facility. In addition, WSDOT is providing additional street
lighting and sidewalks improvements on the east side of 21 st Ave. SW between SW 336th
and SW 344th Street to mitigate school access safety concerns.
The proposed site plan was reviewed to ensure optimal location and configuration of access
to the subject property.
The subject site is not served by sewer service. An on-site septic system with associated
drain field is proposed to service the METRO bus driver comfort station. This facility
requires approval by the King County Public Health Department before construction
permits may be issued pursuant to FWCC Section 5-118.
The Twin Lakes Park and Ride is proposed in the middle of a large residential single
family neighborhood in the center of the city. Page 45 of the EA states that the project site
. has the characteristics of a rural area. Portions of the site are used as pasture land. A half
dozen older single family homes and outbuildings are scatted throughout the 11.2 aere site.
The surrounding parcels are, for the most part, unplatted. Most urban utilities and services
serve the site. Current uses of the site and surrounding area include:
Site:
North:
South:
Bas t:
West:
Single family homes and pasture land
Church use
Pasture land, single family homes
Pasture land, single family homes
21st Ave. SW, Church use, Single family homes
Demolition or house moving permits will be required to remove the existing structures.
The proposal embodies design principles such as vegetative buffering, wetland retention,
pedestrian trails, and separation of vehicular and pedestrian travel areas that do not conflict
with adjacent uses in the immediate area.
The proposed site plan application and application attachments have been reviewed for
compliance with the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan, pertinent zoning regulations and
all other applicable city regulations.
The proposed development is consistent with Site Plan Review decisional criteria required
under section 22-364, Purposes of review, of the Federal Way City Code.
The following conditions of site plan approval are recommended:
1.
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detention shall be designed to accommodate the 2-year, lO-year and 25-year storm
events to mitigate the impacts of downstream flooding or the applicant shall
upgrade the downstream conveyance system as required by the Public Works
Department prior to the issuance of construction permits.
2.
Heavy construction will be limited to the period between April 1 and October 31
to avoid impacts to threatened and endangered species which may be in the
vicinity.
3.
Construction of displaced parking at the Evergreen Bible Chapel is required to be
completed concurrent with widening of 21 st Ave. SW.
Conclusions: The proposed site plan and application have been reviewed for compliance with
Federal Way Comprehensive Plan, pertinent zoning regulations and all other applicable City
regulations. Final construction drawings will be reviewed for compliance with specific
regulations, conditions of approval and applicable City requirements. This recommendation shall
not waive compliance with future City of Federal Way codes, policies and standards relating to
this decision.
Recommendation prepared by Deb Barker, Associate Planner, October 8, 1996.
Exhibits:
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G:
H:
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Reduced scale site plan
Locational criteria letter
Vicinity Map
Wetland setback intrusion map
Wetland setback intrusion approval letter
Subsurface report Reports by RZA AGRA
FONSI with adopted EA
Level I drainage analysis
Traffic Analysis
ROW modifications
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The following persons may be contacted for additional information concerning this
document:
Harry R. Bennetts
Ronald Q. Anderson
Acting Division Administrator, Region 10
Federal Highway Administration
711 South Capitol Way, Suite 501
Olympia, WA 98501
(206) 753-2120
Northwest Region, Administrator
Washington State Department
of Transportation
15700 Dayton Avenue North
PO Box 330310
Seattle, WA 98133-9710
(206) 440-4691
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DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ACTION ...........................................1
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NEED FOR PROPOSED ACTION ...............................................................4
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ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED ACTION..........................................5
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IMPACTS OF TH E PROPOSED ACTION..................................................12
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FLOOD PLAIN .....................................................................""""""""""""""'" 16
VEGETATION........................................... ...... ................ .................. ................... 1 6
WETLANDS......................................................................................................... 17
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NOIS E .... ..... .................................................... .................................. ................... 2 3
LIGHT AND GLARE """"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""'"...........................26
TRANSPORTATION ...............................................................................,.. ....... ..... 2 6
PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITI ES... """"""""""""""""""""""" "" """ ......,. .....38
TRANSIT SERVICE ........,.. ...................................................... ..". ... .......................38
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ECONOMICS """'" """""""""""'" """"""""""""""""'" ....... .... .... """ .... "" ...., 39
LAND USE ...........................................................................................................39
ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DISRUPTION................................................... 42
VISUAL QUALITY """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""'"................................44
SITES OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE.........................46
HAZARDOUS WASTE """"""""""""""""""""""""""""............................46
ASBESTOS """"""""""""""""""""""""""""............................................49
5.COMMENTS AND COORDINATION ....................................................50
6. REFERENCES......... ..........,. """ ...,. ...., """""'" ........ """""" ......., ...... .... 52
7. BIBLIOGRAPHY.....................................................................:.............53
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List of Figures
VIcinity Map.................................................. Figure 1 ..........................................
Park & Ride Lot Layout.................................. Figure 2 ........................................3
Air Monitoring Locations.............................. Figure 3 ......................................15
Wetland Locations......................................... Figure 4......................................21
Structures With Noise Impacts....................... Figure 5 ......................................25
Traffic Study Maps......................................... Figures 6-14.......................... 28-36
List of Tables
#1 Site Selection Matrix .....................................................................................8
#2 AIR: Peak One Hour Carbon Monoxide Calculations ..................................14
#3 NOISE: PM Peak Hour Leq Noise Levels.....................................................25
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Description of the Proposed Action
Project Description
This environmental assessment describes a proposal to construct a 629-stall park
and ride lot within the city of Federal Way in South King County. The document
addresses the potential social, economic, and environmental impacts associated
with the proposal.
The Washington State Department of Transportation, in coordination with the city
of Federal Way and Metro, proposes to build a park and ride lot within the city of
Federal Way. The lot is located at the northeast comer of the intersection of 21st
Avenue SW and SW 344th Street. The project includes the construction of city
frontage streets to mitigate traffic impacts and satisfy city permit requirements.
Acquisition of 5.9 hectare (14.5 acres) of right-of-way will be required, of which 1.2
hectare (3.0 acres) will be turned back to the city of Federal Way after the
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The proposed improvements to 21st Avenue SW and SW 344th Street reflect
project requirements identified by the city of Federal Way and a pre1imlnary traffic
study. These city streets are designed according to the standards of the city of
Federal Way.
21st Avenue SW
Proposed improvements include widening 487.7 meters (1,600 lineal feet) to add a
center turn lane. Widening is proposed on ly on the east side of the street. The
section is proposed to be offset to the east to minimize residential impacts along
the western city right-of-way margin.
Improvements will include paving, sidewalks, channelization, power pole reloca-
tion, putting power and telephone lines underground, storm drainage and deten-
tion, illumination, utility access structure adjustments, landscaping, and minor
retaining structures.
SW 344th Street
The city of Federal Way has developed preliminary plans for the extension of SW
344th Street from 21st Avenue SW to SW Campus Drive. The proposed 5-lane road
and bike paths on both sides, fronts the park and ride project, and reflects the
western limits of the city's plan. The alignment and roadway section for SW 344th
Street havebeen coordinated with the city of Federal Way.
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Improvements required with new road construction include sanitary sewer exten-
sion, storm drainage, underground power and telephone, illumination, landscap-
ing, and signalization.
The major items of on-site work include grading and drainage, paving, channeliza-
tion, wetland mitigation, stormwater detention, landscaping, and illumination.
Major items of off-site frontage improvement work include grading and drainage,
utility extensions, paving, channelization, illumination, and signalization.
Project Schedule And Estimated Cost
Construction of this project is scheduled to begin in Fall of 1995 with completion
expected by Summer of 1997.
The preliminary estimated cost for this project is $8,327,000 based on March 1993
dollars. This estimate is based on a 15 percent level of design and includes
8.2 percent sales tax, 20 percent engineering and contingencies. Right-of-way is
included in the above figure. Right-of-way cost is $2,831,000 including purchase,
condemnation, and administration costs.
This estimate includes the cost of construction for the full length ofSW 344th Street
along the frontage of the park and ride lot, the widening of 21st Avenue SW to five
lanes, and the signalization of the intersection ofSW 344th Street and 21st Avenue
SW. AI:, a developer is typically required to fund only one-half of street improve-
ments, latecomers' agreements may recover some of the construction cost as
adjacent parcels are developed. The city of Federal Way has indicated that
latecomers' agreements would be considered for this project.
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Permits and Approvals
This document will be submitted to federal, state, and local agencies with jurisdic-
tion, in accordance with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEP A) and the
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Notice of a 30 day public availability
and comment period will be provided to all interested persons, an opportunity for
a public hearing will also be offered at this time. Interested citizens and agencies
win be provided an opportunity to make additional comments at the hearing.
Upon completion of the NEPA process, this document will be adopted under SEPA
regulations.
The following permits and approvals will be required before construction of the
proposal may begin.
Army Corps of Engineers, permit
NPDES Permit, Department of Ecology approval
city of Federal Way: Building Permit and Right of Way Permit
city of Federal Way Process III Wetland Mitigation, Landscape, Conditional Use
Review
Service agreements witwF;t¡rfá1'\vãy Water & Sewer District and Puget Sound
Power & Light Company will be needed for lot construction and operation.
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Need for the Proposed Action
Federal Way has been experiencing a high rate of growth and development recently.
With growth comes higher use of the existing roadways, and congestion occurs.
Extensive residential and commercial-development in the vicinity of this project is
also creating a heavier demand on the major transportation corridors in the Puget
Sound region. To alleviate this congestion, and encourage people to reduce Single
Occupancy Vehicle (SOY) use and encourage High Occupancy Vehicles (HOY), is
in the best interest of the neighboring communities and municipalities.
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3. Alternatives to the Proposed Action
Site Selection
A siting study was performed to identify and evaluate alternative park and ride
sites within the city of Federal Way. A wide variety of sites throughout the Federal
Way area were identified for evaluation. The list was narrowed from 16 to 9 as it
was discovered that some sites were being developed by others or had spatial or
environmental constraints limiting the on-site development.
The remaining sites were further evaluated by a team of consultants including civil,
geotechnical, and traffic eniineers, and environmental scientists. Frequent discus-
sions were held with Metro and the city of Feù.eral "Yay to assess transit and local
concerns related to the park and ride siting. The result of this process was the
further elimination of 4 sites due to environmental concerns and Metro's estimates
oflu'N ridership at those locations. The remaining sites are described as foll,'ws:
D - A 6.3 hectare (15.5 acre) site within the city of Federal Way. This site is
primarily pasture land with forest in the nortem portion. On-site development
consists of two houses and several animal shelters constructed on the western
portion of the site.
D' - A reconfiguration of Site D, incorporating adjacent property to the south.
This site is 4.7 hectare (11.6 acres) and site conditions are similar to Site D.
E - A 7.2 hectare (17.7 acre) site within the city of Federal Way. This site has
been previously cleared and is currently covered with dense brush. A branch
of the Hylebos Creek flows through the eastern edge of the site.
I - The 4.9 hectare (12 acre), 900 stall Federal Way Transit Center near the
Sea-Tac Mall. This site is currently surface parking with the exception of a 0.4
hectare (I-acre) parcel to the west, which is undeveloped and owned by the
Sea-Tac Mall. This site would be expanded by constructing a multi-level
parking structure on a portion of the site.
J - A 4 hectare (lO-acre) site within the city of Federal Way. This site is
currently being used by a long distance trucking company for truck staging.
There is a large, single-level garage with an office on the site.
Preliminary site, grading and drainage, and landscape plans were developed for
the 5 sites to assist in the evaluation process. Additional considerations of zoning,
storm drainage, and off-site improvements were incorporated with environmental
constraints in developing preliminary cost estimates for the 5 remaining sites.
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Zoning
Federal Way zoning code requires landscape buffers along the site perimeter. The
size of the landscape buffers are determined based on neighboring land use. Buffers
are 3.1 meters (10 feet), and a 0.9 meter (3 foot) berm is required along with a
landscape mixture of evergreen a""rl rleciduous interspersed with large shrubs and
gound cover, if neighboring properties are residential. In addition, 30.5 meter
(lOO-foot) environmental setbacks are required around all wetlands and major
streams or creeks. There is a 15.2 meter (50 foot) buffer for minor streams and
creeks.
Site layouts have incorporated 25 percent compact car stalls per the Federal Way
zoning code. Stall dimensions used are 2.7 meters (9 feet) and 2.6 meters (8.5 feet)
by 5.5 meters (18 feet) long for standard and compact stalls, respectively.
Drainage
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requirements of the "Hylebos Creek and Lower Puget Sound Basin Drainage Plan"
established by King County Surface Water Management. This plan requires
stringent water quality provisions in addition to significant detention require-
ments.
Off-Site Improvements
The city of Federal Way ordinances call for full-width improvements on frontage
roads. The city recognizes a latecomers' agreement that allows future reimburse-
ment from other developments with common frontage; however, the city has not
yet enforced this agreement. Contributions to mitigate off-site impacts are deter-
mined on a pro rata basis according to project impact.
Each of the sites required unique design considerations. Following is a summary
of the issues and design considerations for each remaining site.
No Build
The advantages of this alternative are:.there is no cost, no traffic disruption due to
construction, no residential displacement, and no disturbance to any streams or
wetlands.
The disadvantages of this alternative are: the existing Federal Way park and ride
lot #1 is at capacity and cannot meet future increases in demand;. there will be no
trip reduction in Federal Way; there will be continued congestion; on street parking
around the existing park and ride will continue; and there is current support for a
new facility by the city of Federal Way. Metro, and WSDOT.
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Due to the growth and demand in this area for managed transportation, along with
the ability to mitigate impacts at the chosen site, this alternative will not meet the
purpose and need for this project.
Site D
The proposed configuration of Site D supports an BOO-stall park and ride lot. This
area is favored by Metro and the city of Federal Way. The city of Federal Way
desires to have a site in this area to intercept commuters normally contributing to
congested east-west corridors. Metro would use this location for staging and route
origination and termination. Site D can easily be serviced by extending existing
routes, and Metro views the adjacent commercial area as a destination supporting
service during off-peak hours as well.
The site is zoned for single-family residential units and is surrounded primarily by
property of the same zoning. The exception is the north property line, which abuts
a Fred Meyer property zoned fer community business. city zoning codes require
3.1 meter (10-foot) landscape buffers around the site.
Si te E
The proposed configuration of Site E supports a park and ride with 710-stall
capacity. This site is zoned for comm unity busin~ss and is surrounded by properties
of the same zoning, with the exception of a small residential neighborhood across
S. 344th Street to the north. The city of Federal Way will require 3.1 meter (10-foot)
landscape buffers along the entire perimeter.
Site I
The proposed layout for Site I involves construction of a three-level concrete parking
structure on a portion of the site and expansion of the site area to include a .4
hectare (I-acre) parcel to the west. With this configuration, parking capacity totals
approximately 1,600 stalls.
This site is zoned as city Center and is surrounded by property of the same zoning.
A mobile home park borders the property to the south. As the site is being
redeveloped, it will need to meet current zoning requirements, including 3.1 meter
(10-foot) landscape buffers along all sides.
Development of a structure on-site is limited by two significant design parameters.
The Bonneville Power Administration maintains a 61 meter (200-foot) easement,
and electrical distribution lines run northeast through the site. Construction of
any structures within the easement is prohibited. This requires the parking
structure be located in the southeast corner of the site. The city of Federal Way
recognizes a height limit on structures of 10.7 meters (35 feet), which limits the
structure to three above-grade levelE.
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Site J
The proposed configuration of Site J provides 640 parking stalls. This property is
zoned for manufacturing parks and is surrounded by properties of the same zoning.
The city of Federal Way requires a 3.1 meter (lO-foot) landscape buffer along the
perimeter of the entire site.
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
Site plans of Sites D, E, I, and J were presented at a public open house on January
15, 1992, to receive public input and response to the various locations and layouts.
Site D' had not been proposed at the time of the open house and was not presented.
Approximately 400 newsletters were prepared, posted, and delivered to ...~~idences
and interest groups in the city of Federal Way, notifying them of the project and
open house. The open house was successful in obtaining public input. Approxi-
mately 30 residents attended the meeting and 17 people completed questionnaires
that were distributed at the meeting. The greatest number of those who completed
questionnaires favored Site D because of its proximity to their homes. There were,
however, a few people who objected to Site D for the same reason.
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Site Selection Matrix
Site Wetlands Zoning Stalls Transit RIW Cost Total Cost
D None SF 800 7 Routes $2.3M $7.6M
D' - Pref. ~-l3 SF 690 7 Routes $2.8M $8.4M
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E ~ \.1 CB 1737 * 4 Routes $7.9M $ 13.4M
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I None CC 1600 10 Routes $0.4 M $15.1M
J None MP 640 4 Routes $5.8M $9.1M
No Build None N/A None None None
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Site D' - Preferred Site
Site D' is a reconfiguration of Sjte D proposed by a Federal Way based developer,
Parklane Ventures, which owns property adjacent to Site D along the southern
boundary. Parklane attended the public open house, where they became aware of
the siting study. This property was not initially included in the study due to
subdivision plans Parklane was pursuing at the time. The proposed configuration
of Site D' supports a 629-stall park and ride.
Metro supports this site for the same reason they support Site D, the site is served
by one major arterial. The city of Federal Way also favors this site and has
identified advantages over Site D in terms of increased frontage on city arterials
and reduction of cut-through traffic impacts off-site.
The site is zoned for single-family residential units and is surrounded primarily by
property of the same zoning. city zoning codes require 3.1 meter (10-foot) landscape
buffers around the entire site.
Environmental and Geotechnical
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Environmental investigation, coordinated with the U.S. F. & W. S., determined that
there are no endangered or threatened species on the property. A small area (less
than 464.5 square meters, [5,000 square feet]) in the southeast corner of the site
was identified as a recently formed wetland. Storm water runoff from a residential
development southeast of the site is discharging into this area. Vegetation growing
in these wet conditions technically make this area a wetland. Because this wetland
has been so recently formed, it does not possess appreciable wetland functions or
values. It may be possible to mitigate these conditions by altering the wetland and
compensating for the wetland elsewhere.
Geotechnical investigation was conducted through surficial observation and sam-
plings from nine auger borings. Based on the observation at the time of reconnais-
sance, the site appears suitable for development from a geotechnical standpoint. A
private gas pump observed at one of the residences along 21st Avenue SW indicates
the presence of a buried fuel tank of unknown condition.
Drainage
On-site drainage facilities are similar to those of Site D. Stormwater will be
discharged across the adjacent parcel to the existing system in 19th Avenue.
The existing off-site conditions for Site D' include off-site flow, which crosses this
property parallel to the east property line. Recent discussions with the city of
Federal Way Public Works Department concluded that the off-site flow should be
conveyed through an open vegetated channel. This channel is designed as a
trapezoidol channel with a 1 meter (3 foot) base width. This channel may provide
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an excellent opportunity for enhancement as a site amenity rather than a con-
straint.
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Transit Service
Metro anticipates the following routes will service this site: 196, 194, 173, 197, 178,
176, 61B (Pierce Transit). The bus loading area will function in a different fashion.
Bus access will be provided from 21st Avenue SWand SW 344th Street. A
transit-only traffic signal will not be needed for this site, due to the proposed signal
at SW 344th Street and at 21st Avenue SW.
Off-Site Improvements
Development of Site D' will reduce the impact of cut-through traffic in the nearby
residential neighborhood identified with Site D. This impact reduction is due to
offsetting passenger vehicle entrances to the south, making local arterial routes
more attractive.
Frontage improvements will be required along 21st Avenue SW. The improve-
ments include a 6.1 meter (20-foot) right-of-way dedication to the city of Federal
Way along the site's west property line. The zoning code allows the city to require
improvements to both sides of 21st Avenue SW. . Frontage improvements will
extend 121.9 meters (400 feet) north, to the north edge of the neighboring church's
property line.
Additional off-site improvements include the 201.2 meter (660-foot) extension of a
5-lane section of SW 344th Street from 21st Avenue SW to the east.
A new signal will be required at the intersection of 21st Avenue SW and SW 344th
Street. Widening of the west and south approaches to this intersection would be
required to provide an additional turn lane and to transition to existing street
sections.
Extension of SW 344th Street requires a 30.5 meter (100-foot) right-of-way dedica-
tion aligned with the existing SW 344th Street. City zoning code requires the
developer to acquire property for dedication if it is not already part of their site.
Half roadway sections are are permitted as long as the improvements provide a
safe and efficient right of way. Site. Ð' includes 15.2 meters (50 feet) of the
right-of-way for SW 344th Street. A 15.2 meters (50-foot) wide portion of the
adjacent property to the south will need to be acquired to meet the city's zoning
requirements.
Cost Estimate
A preliminary estimate of probable construction cost is $5.5 million. Included in
the construction estimate are off-site improvements, construction of SW 344th
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Street, relocation of utilities, and all on-site construction. Land acquisition will
require an additional $2.8 million. Cost estimate figures are in March 1993 dollars.
The total cost of Site D' is greater than Site D, due primarily to the extent offrontage
improvements and new str~pt construction. As construction of the streets will
directly benefit Parklane Ventures development plans, allocation of this construc-
tion cost should be considered during land acquistion negotiations.
Throughout the study, two sites (D and D') stood apart from the others. These sites
were preferred by the city of Federal Way, as it was perceived they would intercept
local traffic before it reached the city's congested east - west corridors. Metro
preferred this area because it does not compete with other park and ride facilities
and can be served through extension of existing bus routes rather than by requiring
new bus routes. This area received the greatest support at the public open house
in which residents stated their preferrence for a site near their homes, although
there was a petition circulated that opposed the site. Sites D and D' have the lowest
total cost and lowest cost per stall of all the sites studied. Site D' has the advantage
of frontage on two major arterials which provides better access and mitigates
cut-through traffic impacts on the surrounding developments. Sites D and D' are
located in an area of substantial growth, and available parcels of the size necessary
for a 600 to 800 stall park and ride lot are scarce.
Site Elimination
Site E - elimination due to high cost and environmental considerations (two
wetlands with direct connection to Hylebos Creek). Also, :METRO's service
level would not be adequate to service a 600 car lot. This site does not address
the city of Federal Way's desire to reduce the east-west traffice trips.
Site I - elimination due to high cost of construction (most costly site of all 5) and
that site would increase traffic congestion in city center area.
Site J - elimination due to slightly higher cost and the targeted population
center of Federal Way is not addressed, as site would draw more from Tacoma-
Pierce County residents (METRO).
Site D - elimination due to neighborhood opposition citing potential utilization
of neighborhood streets as a shortcut to access the park and ride lot. Addition-
ally, the site has frontage on only one arterial, thus reducing route flexibility
and vehicle access. There is also an issue with the site being isolated and
removed from a fontage street, thereby increasing the security risks as well as
recognizing the entry point to the park and ride lot due to lack of immediate
visibility.
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Recommended Site
Site D' is recommended for the park and ride lo\, location (site includes 25 percent
of property D).
The Siting Study report, dated May 1992, supported construction of the park and
ride lot at the proposed location for the following reasons:
Local support by the city of Federal Way and positive public input.
This site intercepts the local traffic before it reaches the cities congested
east-west arterials.
Favored Metro site, as it works best with existing service plans and minimizes
creation of new routes, has greatest potential to aUrO-ct new transit riders, and
offers opportunity to integrate a number of public transportation services,
including inter-county transit service, at one location, .
Frontage streets on two pricipal arteials provide site visibility, enhanced secu-
rity, and better site access.
Total cost and cost per stall is low relative to other sites.
The concluded investigation of the sites provided WSDOT with sufficient informa-
tion to identify that the only site to fulfill the need and purpose of the proposed park
and ride lot was site D'. All impacts within site D' have been addressed and
mitigated in concurrence with the governing jurisdictions.
4.Impacts of the Proposed Action
The social, economic, and environmental impacts of the proposed project are
summarized in the following discussions.
Earth
The terrain in the project vicinity is characterized as rolling to undulating hills.
This area is part of the Puget Sound Basin, which consists of soils that have been
mapped as belonging to the Alderwood Series, characterized by moderately well
drained gravelly sandy loams (Snyder et al. 1973). .
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A preliminary soils investigation has determined that subsurface soil conditions
consist of medium dense silty sand, with varying amounts of gravel and scattered
fine roots underlain at depths of approximately 1.2 to 1.8 meters (4 to 6 feet) by
dense silty gravelly sand. A majority of the site is mantled with a relatively thick
topsoil horizon on the order of .5 meters (1 1/2 feet) in depth. Due to the high silt
eontent of the soils, the near surface soils will be moisture sensitive during
construction.
Grading
The proposed site grading involves 15,673.4 cubic meters (20,500 cubic yards) of
excavation and 29,053.1 cubic meters (38,000 cubic yards) of fill to achieve the
proposed 1.5 to 2.0 percent slopes within the bus loading and parking areas.
Access driveways are sloped at 5 percent for transit vehicles and 7 percent for the
parking lot and transition to relatively flat areas within the site. The mild slopes
within the site and bus loading area are proposed to meet the requirements of the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and to provide sufficient vertical elevation
for the operation of the storm detention system.
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Clearing and grubbing operations could create an erosion potential on the site
during construction. Various methods will be employed to control wind and water
erosion. A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan will be submitted to the Depart-
ment of Ecology for approval prior to construction. Temporary features of the
Storm water Pollution Prevention Plan will be maintained throughout the construc-
tion period as necessary.
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Air Quality
This project is located in a nonattainment area for carbon monoxide, so it must
conform to the State Implementation Plan (SIP) to meet the National Ambient Air
Quality Standards (NAAQS). The current SIP for this area was last updated
January 22, 1993. The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 state that projects may
not cause or contribute to any new violation of any NMQS, increase the frequency
or severity of any existing violation of any NAAQS, or delay timely attainment of
the NMQS.
This project is included in Puget Sound Regional Council's 1993 Transportation
Improvement Program as amended on April 16, 1993, on page II-II. With its
inclusion in the current conforming TIP, the project will not delay the timely
attainment of the NMQS for ozone and carbon monoxide.
Furthermore, this project has been modeled with EP A emission factor software,
MOBILE 5.0, .and line source software, CAL3QHC. Modeling of the preferred build
alternative did not indicate exceedences of the I hour or 8 hour NAAQS for CO in
1995 (the year of CO attainment) or in 2010 (fifteen years after the attainment
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demonstration}. Therefore, this project will not increase the frequency or severity
of any existing violations, nor will it create a new violation of the NAAQS for carbon
monoxide. This project Î.9 found to conform with the purpose of the current SIP
dated April 29, 1983, and supplemented January 22, 1993, and all requirements of
the Clean Air Act.
Table 2 shows the CO readings taken at the locations shown in Figure 3, it also
notes the predicted levels for the various conditions stated.
TABLE 2
Peak 1 hour Carbon Monoxide calculations
1992 1995 1995 2010 2010
EXIST BUilD NO BUilD BUilD NO BUilD
1 4.1 4.0 3.7 3.9 3.6
2 4.3 3.9 3.7 4.1 3.7
3 3.8 3.9 3.6 4.0 3.4
4 3.4 3.6 3.2 3.6 3.1
5 3.2 3.6 3.0 3.4 3.0
6 3.2 3.9 3.2 3.7 3.1
7 3.2 3.5 3.2 3.5 3.0
8 3.2 3.5 3.0 3.5 3.0
9 3.2 3.2 3.2 3.2 3.1
10 3.2 3.3 3.2 3.2 3.2
11 3.6 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.3
12 4.4 4.1 4.1 4.8 3.9
13 4.0 3.9 3.7 5.2 3.6
14 3.7 3.9 3.4 5.0 3.4
15 *5.5 4.4 4.5 4.9 4.4
16 5.3 4.4 4.4 5.1 4.5
17 5.0 4.4 4.5 5.2 4.4
18 4.8 4.1 4.1 4.6 3.9
19 4.4 4.1 4.0 4.3 4.0
20 3.9 3.6 3.7 4.8 4.4
21 4.8 4.0 4.0 4.9 4.0
22 4.7 I 4.3 4.3 4.7 4.0
23 ¡ 4.6 : 4.2 I 4.2 4.4 3.9
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Water
Surface Waters
No appreciable water bodies exist within the project limits; however, there is a
poorly defined channel that conveys off-site drainage across the site on the eastern
portion of the property.
Ground Water
This proposal is not expected to impact ground waters. It does not include with-
drawals or discharges to ground water. It is not located in a designated sole source
aquifer.
Drainage
Site drainage facilities including a combined wet pond/detention pond, biofiltration
swale, and mitigated wetland have been located in an area north of the parking
area (see Figure 2). Preliminary sizing of the detention and biofiltration facilities
has been performed in accordance with the King County Surface Water Design
Manual and the King County Executive Proposed Basin Plan for the Hylebos Creek
and Lower Puget Sound.
The proposed drainage system collects runoff through a buried pipe system and
directs flow to the combined detention/wet pond. Water quality treatment is
provided by the wetpond and by discharging through a biofiltration swale prior to
connecting to the storm system in 19th Avenue SW.
The city of Federal Way is presently evaluating the use of nearby Panther Lake as
a Regional Detention Facility. Should this program proceed, the proposed on-site
storm detention/wet pond may not be required in the future. On-site water quality
provisions will remain a project requirement.
The city of Federal Way is requiring that off-site storm water that flows in a poorly
defined channel across the eastern portion of the site be conveyed through an open
channel. To accommodate this, an open vegetated channel with a 1 meter (3 foot)
base width is proposed along the eastern boundary of the park and ride lot.
Flood Plain
The project area does not exist in a flood plain.
Vegetation
In the absence of natural or man-made disturbance, the land surrounding the
project would support Puget Sound lowland forests, dominated by Douglas-fir and
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other conifers in the drier more well-drained soils. A mixed conifer and hardwood
forest would be found in the drainages and wetter sites (Franklin and Dyrness
1973).
C~n'rent native veget~tion around the project includes trees such as Douglas-fir,
red alder, and big-leaf maple plus some scattered stems of western hemlock and
western red-cedar. The project site also has a few scattered cascara trees.
Wetlands
An assessment describing the existing wetlands in the vicinity of the project has
been completed. This assessment addresses the potential wetland impacts and
outlines the general wetland mitigation concepts. The major points of this assess-
ment are as follows:
Wetlands are defined as those areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or
ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support and do support a
prevalence of vegetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions. Two
wetlands were identified within the project vicinity, and are described below.
According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service system of classification (Cowardin,
et al., 1979), the w2tlands in this project have the following types of vegetation:
Persistent palustrine emergent
Mixed Needle-leaved evergreen and broad-leaved deciduous palustrine forest
Wetland Descriptions
Wetland boundaries were determined by a WSDOT biologist in April, 1993. The
method of determination followed that of the U.S. Corps of Engineers Wetlands
Delineation Manual (Huffman, et al., 1987). The resulting wetland boundaries
would be the same if the Federal Manual for Identifying and Delineating Wetlands
(FIq, 1989) had been used. Both wetlands are shown on a plan sheet in Figure 3.
Wetland #1
This wetland has both persistent and nonpersistent palustrine emergent vegeta-
tion. It is situated at the bottom of a broad swale in an abandoned pasture,
surrounded largely by a buffer of non-wetland grasses such as tall fescue, orchard
grass, and blue grass. Wetland #1 is confined to the lowest portions of the swale,
where water from both surface flow and a housing development becomes ponded in
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depressions. The emergent vegetation consists of stinging nettle, springbeauty,
bedstraw, starwort, curly dock, plantain, and knotweed. Red elderberry and black
hawthorn are the only shrubs, while red alder and cascara are the only trees in the
wetland.
Hydrology is supplied by surface runoff that is routed through the stormwater
drainage system of the nearby housing development. This latter supply of addi-
tional water is of recent time; the main cause of the wetland appears to be a small
perennial stream flowing through the wetland. It should be pointed out that
Wetland #1 is solely dependent on this water supply, because if it were to cease or
were piped underground, the wetland would also cease to exist.
Soils in the area of this wetland have been mapped as belonging to the Alderwood
Series, and are not hydric soils. Nevertheless, thC""£> <::()11s supporting the hydro-
phytic vegetation mentioned above have inherent properties that simulate hydric
conditions. A clay pan discovered at about the .5 meters (20-inch) depth, appears
to be the reason for inhibiting internal drainage and thus maintaining saturated
to near saturated conditions. Although these soils do not exhibit hydric indicators
(there has not been adequate time for them to evolve), hydrology has been sufficient
to support hydrophytic vegetation and therefore, make this wetland jurisdictional.
Being about 36.6 meters (120 feet) wide at its base (alongside the proposed SW
344th Street) and extending northwards about 53.3 meters (175 feet), in the shape
of a triangle, the areal extent of this wetland is approximately .08 hectare (0.2 acre).
Because of its small size, isolation, and disturbed nature, this wetland would be
rated as a Category IV by the Washington State Department of Ecology's Wetlands
Rating System (DOE, 1991). The wetland rating data sheets are contained in the
Biology report.
Wetland #2
This wetland is located some 335.3 meters (1,100 feet) north of Wetland #1 in a
small clearing at the edge of a forest. Specifically, it is some 213.4 meters (700 feet)
east of 21st Ave. SW and adjacent to the south side of a landscaped berm that was
constructed just south of the Fred Meyer Store. The herbaceous vegetation is
dominated by reed canarygrass and creeping buttercup. Other herbs include lady
fern, soft rush, velvet grass, blue grass, two sedges, knotweed, curly dock, and
fireweed. Shrubs included hardhack, thimbleberry, and snowberry, while the
overstory is shared by red alder, Douglas-fir, and western hemlock.
Unlike Wetland #1, the soils in this wetland are very shallow and gravelly. The
surface six inches are composed of a moist gray coarse sand to fine gravel. Being
unable to probe beyond the .15 meters (6-inch) depth is evidence of either fill being
placed on the site or the top soil being removed. It is difficult to ascertain what
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happened when the berm was constructed. Nevertheless, this wetland was inad-
vertently created by improperly designing the berm and its culvert.
The areal extent of this wetland is approximately 0.05 hectare (0.13 acre), and
because of its forested association it would be rated as a Category n by DOE's
standards.
This project does not impact wetland #2.
Functions
Both wetlands function as stormwater storage and discharge areas, nutrient and
sediment traps, and providers of some food-chain support and wildlife habitat.
Wetland #2 has greater wildlife value than Wetland #1, but because of their small
size, unnatural conditions, and low species diversity, these wetlands are of rela-
tively low value.
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0.08 hectare (0.2 acre), will be impacted by completely filling it in and paving.
Another imp act would be the loss ofits buffer vegetation from clearing and grubbing
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Mitigation
WSDOT, in coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, viewed potential
impacts and has addressed mitigation measures will include, but are not be limited
to, the following:
Stormwater Discharge: Applicable Best Management Practices from the
Stormwater Management Manual for the Puget Sound Basin will be applied to
erosion control and water treatment provisions.
Wetlands: The wetlands and special aquatic sites are protected under Presi-
dential Executive Order 11990, "Protection of Wetlands," Governor's Executive
Orders EO 89-10 and EO 90-04, "Protection of Wetlands," and WSDOT Direc-
tives 22-27 and 31-12 (HR). These orders and directives require the use of all
practicable measures to avoid impact and provide mitigation for any unavoid-
able impacts.
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The executive orders stipulate that all state agencies shall use the following
definition of mitigation, and in the following order of preference:
1) Avoiding thè impact altogether by not taking a certain action or part of an
action.
2) Minimi7.ingimpacts by limiting the degree or magnitude of the action and its
implementation by using appropriate technology or by taking affirmative steps
to avoid or reduce impacts.
Wetland impacts will be minimized using the following measures:
a. Restricting clearing and grubbing activities to the maximum extent possible.
b. Using effective erosion control techniques during construction; e.g., geotex-
tile silt screens.
/-RePlacing wetland acreage and functions lost due to project construction.
d. Using vegetated swales or wide bottomed ditches to filter highway runoff
before discharge into wetlands.
J> ~ectifying the impacts by repairing, rehabilitating, or restoring the affected
enVlI'onment.
1. Reducing or eliminating the impact over time by preservation and mainte-
nance oper~tions during the life of the action.
9'> Compensating for the ìmpact by replacing, enhancing, or providing substitute
-resources or environments.
ß) Monitoring the impact and taking appropriate corrective measures.
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more, it is recomme d that mitigation be on site, and preferably in a landscaped
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Wildlife
Both wetlands are isolated and are connected to neither a riparian or forested
corridor. Despite Wetland #2 being situated in the edge of a forested patch, the
area is rapidly developing in all directions. H8.bitat in the immediate vicinity of
Wetland #1 is that of an overgrown pasture with a few scattered trees. Forest is
present to the east, and on two occasions a red-tailed hawk was present, although
its nest was not observed. Wetland #2 has secondary upland forest on three sides.
Animals likely to use the available habitat for primary or secondary use include
small mammals such as mice and voles, reptiles and amphibians, and birds such
as passerines. These animals include those common to fragmented forests of the
urban sector where vehicular traffic and noise are at high levels.
The Washington Department of Wildlife and the u.s. Fish and Wildlife Service
(USFWS) list the bald eagle, a threatened and endangered species, as possibly
wintering in the vicinity of this project, from October 31 through March 31. The
USFWS also indicates the possibility of five candidate species occuring in the
vicinity of the proposed project. These candidate species include: black tern,
mountain quail, northern red-legged frog, northwestern pond turtle and the spotted
frog.
A separate Biological Assessment for these listed species has been prepared.
WSDOT will request concurrence by USFWS on our Biological Assessment, eon-
currence is required prior to the completion of the NEP A process.
Impacts
Reductions in the existing wildlife population are expected in proportion to the
amount of habitat lost from clearing and filling for highway construction. Such
reductions are recognized as a consequence of the project, but no animal population
is expected to be substantially reduced in this instance.
Mitigation
The northern portion of the proposed site contains the detention ponds and
biofiltration swales and is heavily planted and landscaped; in addition the large
existing trees will remain. This area will serve as habitat for the impacted wildlife.
Wintering eagles may exist in the vicinity; therefore, heavy construction activity
will be limited to the period between April 1 and October 31.
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Fish
Existing Conditions:
Neitiler wetland is associated with fish bearing streams or bodies of water capable
of supporting fish.
Noise
The following is a summary of a Traffic Noise Analysis report that was prepared
for this project in June of 1993. The Traffic Noise Analysis was conducted and this
study report prepared using the procedures prescribed in the Federal Highway
Ailministration Title 23, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 772, 1976 Revised 1982.
Existing Conditions
The site is currently occupied-by 3 residences with detached garages. The remain-
der of the 6.5 hectare (16 acre) site is covered with tall grass and pasture areas.
The site is zoned residential and a residential neighborhood borders the west side
of 21st Avenue. To the north is a church and business-zoned property. The east
side has some residences and to the south is a 1.4 hectare (3.5 acre) site with a
single family residence and horse pasture.
Existing 1993 and future 2010 traffic data are shown on figures 4 through 8.
Existing noise levels around the site are dominated by the local street traffic.
Existing noise measurements were made, and peak hour existing and future noise
levels were modeled using the traffic data and speeds of 64 kph (40 mph) on 21st
Avenue S.W., and 56 kph (35 mph) on S.W. 344th StrE:~t. l'~vise levels currently
exceed 67 dBA Leq for residences along 21st Avenue S.W. Noise levels within 15.2
meters (50 feet) are approximately 70 dBA Leq at peak hour. Seven homes and the
ch urch property have noise levels exceeding the FHW A criteria level of 6 7 dBA Leq.
In addition, the 3 homes that will be removed also have existing noise impacts.
Future noise
The amount of increased traffic expected by 2010 will result in noise levels
increasing by about 2 dBA in the no build condition. The small amount of total
change of traffic quantities in the build condition would result in noise level
differences ofless than 1 dBA above the no build level. The noise levels still would
be dominated by the traffic on 21st Avenue S.W. Noise levels to the south and east
of the park and ride lot would be below the federal criteria level. The same 7 homes
would continue to have noise impacts in the future. No additional homes would be
impacted.
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Mitigation
Several methods of noise mitigation were investigated, These included barriers,
traffic restrictions, additional traffic control devices, landscaping and the alteration
of vertical and horizontal alignments of adjacent city 5treets.
The construction of noise barriers along 21st Avenue SW or surrounding streets is
not feasible because placement would sever street access of adjacent homes and
businesses. The acquisition of property rights for barrier placement does not
alleviate this inherent problem. Also, the narrow zone between homes and adjacent
streets precludes landscaping from providing effective attenuation.
Sufficient alteration of the vertical or horizontal alignment of 21st Avenue SW to
reasonably reduce the traffic noise levels of 21st Avenue SW would exceed the
reasonable cost criteria for noise abatement and would greatly impact adjacent
streets and properties.
Placement of additional traffic control devices, reduction of the speed limit or
placement of vehicle restrictions on 21st Avenue SW is counterproductive to the
function and capacity of the street. Further, these restrictions can not be placed
without an offsetting impact to the traveling public. Such restrictions, if placed,
are not anticipated to cause a sufficient reduction in the level of traffic noise at
nearby homes to be reasonable or effective.
There are no public or non profit institutions in the area that are directly affected
by the project and, therefore, we would not propose to insulate any structures of
mitigate for traffic noise.
No mitigation measures isolated to the park and ride, including any of the above,
will effectively reduce traffic noise levels to the residents adjacent to 21st Avenue
SW or residents adjacent to the proposed park and ride lot. Because the above
measures are unable to provide effective attenuation, no mitigation is proposed for
traffic noise resulting from the operation of 21st Avenue SW or the proposed park
and ride lot.
Construction noise
During the construction phase of the project, residents near the lot will be subjected
to unaccustomed noise due to heavy equipment use during daytime working hours.
The contractor will be required to comply with all local regulations governing source
noises resulting from construction activities for the duration of the contract.
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Light and glare from vehicles operating along 21 Ave. S.W. and from the adjacent
residences are the dominant sources in the area. No other sources are known in
the immediate vicinity.
Impacts
Light and glare from automobiles would increase with or without construction of
the proposed project. Light from the park and ride lot and the frontage roads would
create an additional impact to the surrounding area.
Mitigation
illumination of the site will be engineered to produce enough lighting to address
safety and security issues and at the same time to keep impacts to a minimum,
while- still meeting WSDOT illumination standards.
Transportation
Existing Conditions
21st Avenue SW
21st Avenue SW is defined by the city of Federal Way as a principal arterial. This
existing street has four, 3.4 meter (II-foot) lanes along the park and ride lot
frontage. A 1.2 meter (4-foot) sidewalk along the west side of the street is separated
from the street by a .6 meter (2-foot) planting strip with mature deciduous trees
spaeed 9.1 meters (30 feet) on center. Approximately 152.4 meters (500 feet) north
of the site, the road has been improved to a 5-lane section consisting of four, 3.4
meter (II-foot) lanes and a 3.7 meter (12-foot) turn lane.
Several utilities, including natural gas, water, storm drainage, telephone, power,
cable television, and fiber optic lines are located within this street. High voltage
power lines from a local substation are located on high line poles along the east side
of the street.
19th Avenue SW
19th Avenue SW is defined by the city of Federal Way as a collector arterial and
has been constructed to a point approximately 152.4 meter (500 feet) north of the
park and ride site. This 3-lane road was constructed to King County road standards
with 3.7 meter (12-foot) lanes. This street originates at the intersection of 19th
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Avenue SW and SW 336th Street. It is planned that 19th Ave. S.W. will be built by
others at a later date.
SW 344th Street
SW 344th Street is defined by the city of Federal 'Nay as a minor arterial. SW
344th Street currently forms a tee intersection with 21st Avenue SWat the
southwest corner of the park and ride lot.
Extension of this street is anticipated with construction of the park and ride lot.
Further extension east to SW Campus Drive will be constructed by future develop-
ments. The existing road section west of 21st Avenue SW is two, 3.7 meter (12-foot)
lanes with 2.4 meter (8-foot) gravel shoulders on each side.
Traffic Volumes
A traffic report including classification and accident counts was prepared for this
project. The park and ride lot is expected to generate 470 afternoon peak hour
outbound trips and 100 afternoon peak hour inbound trips, Figure G depicts the
percentage of trip distribution from the park and ride lot. Existing (1994) traffic
volumes, 1995 AMlPM build and no-build volumes, and 2010 build and no-build
volumes are pictured in Figures Gthrough 14.
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Traffic Accidents
Accidents were obtained from the city of Federal Way for the period of 1/1/90 to
9/29/92 for the 4 impacted intersections.
The SW 344th/21st Avenue S. intersection had only 4 accidents. Two were rear-end
accidents, one was an angle entry accident, and one was same direction with 1
1ehicle turning right and 1 moving straight.
The SW 342nd/21st Avenue S. intersection had a total of 5 accidents. One was a
rear-end accident, one was a fixed object accident, one was an angle entry accident,
one was a side swipe, and one was a same direction accident with 1 vehicle turning
left and 1 moving straight. No accident pattern or correctable measures are
apparant for this intersection.
The SW 336th/21st Avenue S. intersection had a total of35 accidents. The majority
of the accidents are rear-end accidents (17), which are due to heavy congestion
associated with the intersection.
The 19th Avenue/SW 336th intersection had a total of 19 accidents. The majority
of the accidents were opposite direction aceidents (10) involving vehicles attempting
to turn left onto 19th Avenue and being struck by vehicles coming from the opposite
direction. There were 7 rear-end accidents, one angle entry accident, and one
pedestrian accident. As stated above, this intersectIon was signalized in the mid
to late part of 1991 and since then 8 of the 10 opposite direction accidents have
oceurred. The analysis done for the siting study does not show any protected left
turn phasing at this intersection.
Conclusions
The traffic volume impacts of the project on the streets and intersections in the site
vicinity will be non-significant. This park and ride facility would draw patrons
mostly from the residential neighborhoods to the south and west of the site; the
more densely populated areas of Federal Way to the north would not likely use this
facility, since the existing park and ride lot on 320th Street is more accessible from
the north. By intercepting traffic at this site, traffic volumes are lowered at key
area intersections and at the major arterials in Federal Way
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Public Services and Utilities
Existing Conditions
The following utilities will be affected by this project:
Feder~'W y Water & Sewer
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1210 Auburn Way N.
Auburn, WA 98002
Puget Power
1414 S. 324th Street, Suite B-112
Federal Way, WA 98003
AT&T (Fiber Optic Lines)
Cable Hazard Center
2535 E. 40th Avenue, Rm. C-1830
Denver, CO 80205
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Engineering - Federal Way
300 SW 7th Street
Renton, W A 98055
Viacom (Cable Television)
Redmond Construction
14870 NE 95th Street
Redmond, W A 98052
Impacts
The project will require temporary or permanent relocation and/or extension of
some utilities. Police, fire, and emergency medical service vehicles will be allowed
to pass through the construction zone at all times; therefore, impacts to emergency
services will be negligible.
Transit Service
Bus service will access the site from 21st Avenue SW and SW 344th Street. Metro
has indicated a preference to perform bus loading operations £l'om a pedestrian
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platform adjacent to the parking area and envisions the facility will operate as a
transit center providing much needed staging space for buses. Metro anticipates
the following routes will service this site: 196, 194, 173, 197, 178, 176, and 61B
(Pierce Transit).
Energy
:b;nergy is consumed both diÌ'ectly and indirectly as a result of vehicular transpor-
tation. Direct consumption relates to actual fuel use. Indirect consumption in-
cludes energy expended in construction and maintenance activities. Vehicle fuel
consumption is directly affected by travel speeds, degree of traffic congestion, a
vehicle's average fuel efficiency, and total miles driven. As congestion levels
increase, traffic flow is impeded and average speeds are reduced. As vehicle speeds
decrease, fuel mileage also decreases and fuel consumption increases.
Construction operations and the manufacture of construction materials will con-
sume energy. This will be a one-time use, which will be offset by a lower demand
for energy used to maintain the facility and energy saved as a result of improved
traffic flow and use of public transportation.
Construction is not expected to affect the demand for existing local energy re-
sources, since contractors generally furnish their own fuel and do not depend on
local supplies.
Economics
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Studies and Coordination
An analysis has been made of the potential land use (including park and public
recreation acreage, and farmland), economics, and relocation impacts attributable
to the construction of the subject 629 stall park and ride lot within the city of Federal
Way in south King County.
Land Use
Studies performed and coordination conducted
Existing land use information for te study was derived from the design criteria,
local and regional mapping, and an inspection of the proposed site and the vicinity.
Additional background information was obtained from King County and city of
Federal Way land use comprehensive plans and current zoning maps for the study
impact area. The latest design for this facility was reviewed for consistency and
compliance with current zoning. The Puget Sound Regional Council's comprehen-
sive and transportation plans are currently being drafted in compliance with the
state's Growth Management Act. The urban boundaries throughout the Regional
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Council's 4 county area have not yet been designated. Additional input was
obtained from city and school district administrators.
Affected Environment
The principal impact area of this analysis lies within 1 mile to the west of 1-5 and
US 99 (referred to locally as Pacific Highway South). Existing land use in this area
is predominantly single and multifamily residential. Residential densities range
from 1 dwelling per 3 acres to multiple dwelling densities per acre. Commercial
activity is scattered throughout the project impact area, but is generally clustered
at designated intersections along principal city arterials, such as SW 336th Street
and Pacific Highway South, as called for in Federal Way's city wide comprehensive
plan and zoning ordinances. The proposed site for this park and ride facility is
zoned single family residential. A park and ride lot is considered a "Government
Facility" by the city of Federal Way and is a permitted land use. The primary land
use change following the construction of this proposal would be the conversion of
pasture and wooded acreage to city streets and a public park and ride lot. In
addition, a low quality wetland, estimated to encompass approximately 464.5
square meters (5,000 square feet), is located in the southeast corner of the proposed
park and ride facility. The wetland lies in the area where the proposed SW 344th
Street easterly extension. The undeveloped parcels to the north of the Puget Power
easement may include wetland area as well. This proposal calls for converting a
portion of these parcels to a city street with the future extension of 19th Ave. SW.
Comprehensive Planning and Zoning Impacts
Comprehensive plans guide development toward a community's vision ofits future.
Such plans allow communities to define their goals and to map a strategy to achieve
them. Zoning ordinances are enacted to map a strategy to achieve the goals,
objectives, and policies defined in the comprehensive plans.
Recent land use revisions and zoning changes proposed or adopted by the city of
Federal Way are due to the ongoing population growth and commercial expansion
this area has experienced over the past decade. Several new single family housing
developments have been or are currently being constructed all around the proposed
site of this park and ride facility. Land availability continues to be a primary
catalyst for new growth and housing density. The proposed 629 stall park and ride
lot is in response to the traffic generated by this growth.
Major factors contributing to the rapid growth throughout the project impact area
of Federal Way may include the availability of land; greater flexibility in land use
due to fewer zoning restrictions; a more responsive environment for obtaining
permit approval for both residential and commercial projects; the amenities of a
semirural/suburban lifestyle relatively close to urban concentrations and employ-
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Less than 5.9 hectares (14.5 acres) of right of way will neeo. to be acquired to
construct the proposed park and ride facility and accommodate the widening of 21st
Avenue SW and the extension of SW 344th Street. Approximately 20 percent (1.2
hectare, [3.0 acres]) of the right of way that is to be acquired will be turned back to
the city of Federal Way once the city roadway improvements have been constructed.
Less than 1.6 hectares (4 acres) of open pasture, which is currently used to board
horses, borders the proposed park and ride site to the southeast. Single family
dwellings abound on two sides of the proposed site. To the immediate north is a
church, the Evergreen Bible Chapel, and a wooded undeveloped area. Safeway,
Fred Meyer, and a service station with a minimart dominate the intersection of
21st Avenue SW and SW 336th Street to the north. A new junior high school is
under construction just east of the Fred Meyer site. Construction is scheduled for
completion by September of 1994. Access to the school will be from 19th Avenue
SW and SW 340th Street.
No prime and unique farmland or existing recreation or park land would be affected
by the construction of this proposal. As a result, Section 4(f) of 23 CFR 771.135
would not apply. However, partial acquisitions of varying depths will be acquired
from undeveloped parcels, some of which are wooded, have wetlands on the site, or
are currently being used for pasture.
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There will be unavoidable interruptions and increased congestion along city streets
and arterials within the project impact area. Motorists familiar with the neighbor-
hood may use local streets through adjacent residential developments to avoid the
construction area. Inconveniences to motorists and area residents will be tempo-
rary.
Mitigation
To minimize construction related impacts, the contractor will be required to provide
and comply with an approved mitigation plan during construction. Police, fire, and
other emergency service providers will be advised in advance of any temporary
street or lane closures. Procedures will be followed that ensure the frequency and
duration of any unavoidable access interruptions to impacted neighborhoods or
residential driveways will be kept to a minimum.
Operational Impacts
Direct land use impacts would include the conversion of residential and undevel-
oped land to a public park and ride lot and an extension of the city's street system.
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Economic and Comm unity Disruption
This section assesses potential impacts that fall under the headings Regional and
Community Growth, Employment, Property Values and Tax Revenues, Changes
in Community Character, and Overall Eeonomic Activity in an environmental
impact statement.
There will be no significant level of negative change in any of the above socioeco-
nomic discipline areas as a direct result of this project. This analysis acknowledges
the city's acceptance of a park and ride lot as a permitted land use in an area zoned
single family residential. However, the presence of the proposed facility will have
unavoidable negative impacts on the cohesiveness of the adjacent single family
residential developments. Single family dwellings fronting 21st Avenue SW al-
ready incur noise levels that exceed federal guidelines for'residences. Any increase
in noise levels attributable to the proposed park and ride facility would be inciden-
tal. The numerous driveways along 21st Avenue SW prevent noise mitigation
measures. Some deterioration in neighborhood cohesiveness, and the resulting
negative economic impact this proposal will have on the resale value of single family
residential properties within the immediate vicinity of the proposed park and ride
facility are inevitable. Zoning aside, single family housing is not the highest and
best potential use of the neighboring residential properties, particularly those
parcels along 21st Avenue SW. Until the zoning is changed to multiple unit
housing, or allows for some commercial business activity, the resale value of single
family dwellings in the immediate area of the park and ride lot will appreciate less
rapidly or possibly drop in comparison to other comparable homes in the Federal
Way area. A perceived deterioration in air quality and aesthetic value of those
properties near the proposed park and ride lot will also be. a factor that will affect
the resale of c.djacent homes.
Zoning and comprehensive planning amendments are starting to reflect a trend to
down zone as a means of controlling the direction and density of residential and
eommercial growth. The few remaining isolated semirural pockets of undeveloped
land will continue to disappear. Considering the level of development activity and
the limited availability ofland in minimal tracts of6.1 hectares (15 acres) or more,
the joint coordination by the city of Federal Way and Metro to facilitate an early
acquisition of right of way is in response to the increased need for parking.
Construction of the proposed park and ride lot should help to persuade employers
with- 100 or more workers to comply with and actively encourage other employers
to participate in Washington State's Commute Trip Reduction Program.
Construction of a new park and ride facility and the proposed city street improve-
ments will require a minimal amount of structural demolition and subsequent new
construction. This project could induce a minimal level of increåsed employment
in the region's construction trades, and some additional demand for construction
material and supplies. Restaurants, minimarts, and service stations throughout
the area will most likely be the primary retail beneficiaries.
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The removal of less than 5.9 hectares (14.5 acres), including 2 single family
dwellings and their appurtenant outbuildings, will have a miniscule impact on King
County's assessmen t rolls and local tax distributions within the project impact area.
The public facility and infrastructure improvements proposed under this project
should enhance both King County and city of Federal Way zoning and comprehen-
sive planning goals and objectives.
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This project should have no negative impact on public facilities, whether recrea-
tional, social, or service oriented. Positively, the Evergreen Bible Chapel will
benefit from the additional pa:rking the park and ride lot would provide its
congregation, particularly during Sunday morning services.
No Build Alternative
Residential and commercial growth continues to expand throughout south King
and northeast Pierce counties. State arterial and local city and county roadway
traffic has increased accordingly. Consequently, a major justification for this. park
and ride facility and the proposed city street extensions is the need to respond to
the increase in local and regional traffic this population growth has generated. The
amenities of a semiurban lifestyle near essential retail and service oriented busi-
nesses all within a reasonable commuting distance to major employment centers
will sustain the economic vitality of this area, whether or not the proposed park
and .ride facility is constructed.
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Under a no build alternative, future growth throughout the Federal Way and
northeast Tacoma areas will result in an increase in the number of vehicles,
particularly those with single occupancy, using the local street and regional arterial
roadway network. Consequently, traffic problems could be expected to intensify.
However this will have little to no negative effect on the city of Federal Way's
economy.
Right of Way Acquisition and Displacement
Just over 5.9 hectares (14.5 acres) would be acquired to construct the 629 stall park
and ride facility and a city of Federal Way frontage street that would mitigate traffic
impacts and satisfy city permit requirements. Twenty percent, or 1.2 hectare (3.0
acres), of the right of way to be acquired will be turned back to the city of Federal
Way following construction of the £ron tage road. This turned back portion will allow
WSDOT to construct the off-site city street improvements; drainage, utility exten-
sions, traffic channelization, illumination, and signalization.
Impacts
Residential displacements should be limited to 2 single family dwellings. There
will be no business displacements. Other residences may incur varying levels of
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temporary and/or permanent disruption. For example, the proposed city street
realignments and extensions may require relocating private driveways. The adja-
cent residential neighborhoods, particularly the 30 to 40 year old residential
neighborhood to the west of 21st Avenue SW, could incur some permanent disrup-
tion, such as additional traffic using these local streets to '1ccess city arterials. The
wide range of homes on the wéùket within the project impact area indicate that
replacement housing should not be a problem.
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Owners of any property that is acquired for right of way will be compensated at full
market value. The Washington State Department of Transportation acts in full
compliance with Title 8 RCW, Chapters 8.04, 8.25, and 8.26 when implementing
property acquisition and relocation assistance procedures. The acquisition and
relocation program will be conducted in accordance with the Uniform Relocation
Assistance and Real Property Acquisitions Act of 1970, as amended. Relocation
resources are available to all residential and business displaced persons without
discrimination.
No Build Alternative
If the project is not built, there would be no need for any additional right-of-way.
Consequently, there would be no structural or real property disruption or displace-
ment impact on residences or undeveloped acreage. Without the proposed park and
ride facility, an increasing number of single occupancy vehicles on city streets,
county arterials, and state highways would be inevitable.
Summation of Findings
Unavoidable negative impacts within the discipline areas addressed in this study
should be mitigable. None are anticipated to be of significant negative magnitude.
Visual Quality
A discipline study was performed by the WSDOT District 1 Landscape Architecture
Office. The assessment included field inspections, a photographic and graphic
analysis of existing and proposed conditions, mapping and analysis of viewsheds,
examining reference materials, and communications with other staff members.
The effects on visual quality were determined by comparing the exiting visual
quality of the project site with the projected visual quality resulting from the build
proposal for the park and ride lot.
The following three criteria were analyzed:
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Vividness - measures the memorability, intensity, and diversity oflandscape
units in relation to observer position.
Intactness - measures the prominence of human-made development.
Unity - measures the degree of harmony and continuity between the human-
made and natural landscape.
Affected Environment
The project site has the visual characteristics of a rural area. The site is primarily
an abandoned pasture with a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees scattered
throughout. The area surrounding the site is urban in character, with a church
and commercial area located to the north, and developed residential areas to the
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Encroachment on the visual quality of the site occurs within the site from on-site
residential buildings and associated outbuildings, abandoned equipment and de-
bris, and fences. Utility poles and lines, luminaires, and signing along 21st Avenue
S.W., and electrical transmission towers located off-site east of the site, further
encroach on the visual quality. These elements reduce the visual quality of the
rural character of the site.
Impacts
Construction
The general activities of construction, including eqt:ipme~Ü, materials, signing,
detours, dust, exposed soils, increased activity, traffic control, possible lighting for
night construction, and construction staging areas, will introduce temporary disor-
der to the view in the area of the project site. Removal of on-site buildings will
create open views of the site during construction.
Operation
The proposed construction of the park and ride lot and extention of 344th Street
S.W., will increase encroachment of human-built elements on the site and reduce
the cover of surface vegetation. Encroachment will result from reflected light and
glare from parked automobiles, automobile headlights, traffic signals, and on-site
illumination. Interior planting islands and perimeter planting will somewhat
offset the encroachment from these elements. The removal of on-site buildings and
other visual clutter will simplify views of the site and improve visual unity. The
rural character of the site will change to be more urban in character. The loss of
natural elements within the site and the period oftime needed to achieve the affect
of the proposed vegetation will reduce the visual quality of the area.
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A small, recently formed wetland is located in the southeast comer of the site.
Mitigation for this wetland will occur in the northern portion of the site. This area
will be heavily planted and a more natural and rural character will be retained
here.
Mitigation
The project's effects on visual quality will be reduced by planting within the site,
minimizing disturbance to existing vegetation on the north side of the proposed lot,
and visually coordinating architectural elements. Existing vegetation will be
retained where possible, and planting within the site will consist of interior
planting islands and perimeter plantings. These plantings will buffer glare, break
up the expanse of pavement, provide human scale and natural elements, within the
lot, and create a visual transition into the adjacent community.
Visual elements such as signs, luminaires, signals, bus shelters, and other site
elements will be uniform in line, form, color, and texture, and coordinated to blend
with the surrounding area and provide visual continuity and unity throughout the
site.
Sites of Archeological and Historical Significance
An archaeological reconnaissance survey was conducted by Eastern Washington
University. The survey report indicates that no prehistoric archaeological mani-
festation or significant historic features were found on the site. In the event that
cultural resources are discovered during construction, work will be halted and the
Office of Archaeological and Historical Preservation and the Federal Highway
Administration (FHW A) will be notified immediately. '
Hazardous Waste
The Model Toxics Control Act (MCT A), RCW 70.105D, places financial responsibil-
ity for cleanup of hazardous waste sites on the'owner or operator of the site, unless
the owner or operator had no reason to know that, at the time of acquisition, there
had ever been a release or the potential for a release of any hazardous substance.
However, all appropriate inquiry must have been made prior to aequisition to
determine if a property had the potential for containing hazardous waste.
A limited site assessment was requested by District 1 on September 24, 1993, to
evaluate the possibility of gasoline contamination associated with an identified
underground storage tank (UST) on parcel 1-14420. The possibility of another UST
on property 1-14421 was identified during the initial investigation. Subsequently,
District 1, on December 6, 1993, requested a survey of the second parcel. The site
assessment was conducted by WSDOT headquarters Environmental Branch staff.
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Both sites are located in the northwest corner of their respective parcels. Each site
consists of a home and several garages and out-buildings. The southern site has a
functioning, hand operated gas pump at the northern edge of the property line.
According to interviews with one of the property residents, a former owner, there
is probably a tank on the northern property.
Site History
Both sites have a history of truck farming. Historically, the area was zoned rural.
There is no record of commercial land use at either of these sites. A 1135.6 liter
(300 gallon) gasoline UST was installed on the southern property in 1952. Approxi-
mately 946.4 liters (250 gallons) of gasoline were delivered weekly, according to the
tank installer and operator, Mr. Burrnett. In the early 1970s, delivery ceased and
the owner filled the tank from barrels. The tank currently contains some gasoline,
although it is no longer in use. The owner stated no gasoline was lost over the years.
A second tank was confirmed to have existed on the northern property, which was
also installed in 1952. The property owners of that tank experienced continual
problems with leaking and abandoned the tank about 1960. Mr. Burrnett was
unable to remember whether the tank had been removed.
Records Review
A review of applicable regulatory agency documents and lists ofpotential hazardous
waste sites was conducted. The following documents and lists were reviewed to
identify properties or facilities located in the prope:1;y vicinity. Search distances
from the subject property for the following lists extend to a distance of one mile, as
required by the ASTM Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments,
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process.
U.S. EPA National Priorities List, Region 10 (06/18/93). Neither the subject
property nor any property within a radius of one mile are included on the list.
Washington Department of Ecology Hazardous Waste Investigation and Toxies
Cleanup Program - Affected Media and Contaminants Report (10/13/93). The
subject site is not on the report.
Washington Department of Ecology Haiardous Waste Investigation and Toxics
Cleanup Program - Hazardous Sites List (09/07/93). Neither the subject prop-
erty nor any property within a radius of one mile is included on the list.
Washington Department of Ecology Toxies Cleanup Program - Leaking Under-
ground Storage Tank. Site (LUST) List (01/19/94). Neither the subject property
nor any property within a radius of one mile is included on the list.
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A subsurface investigation was conducted November 12, 1993 at the southern
parcel. Two borings were advanced to a depth of 1.2 meters (4 feet) and 1.4 meters
(4 1/2 feet) respectively, using an AMS stainless steel hand auger. Samples were
obtained with a 51 millimeters (2 inch) ID split spoon sampler at 0.8 meters (2 1/2
feet) below the surface and at the bottom of the hole, as shown in the field notes.
The uppersample was taken to screen for contamination that may have been caused
by spills associated with filling the tank. The bottom samples are believed to be at
or below the installed tank based on interviewing the tank installer.
The samples were tested for presence of gasoline contamination using the Wash-
ington Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon test method HCID. All four samples tested
negative.
After another temporary easement was obtained by District 1, a geophysical study
was conducted on the northern parcel to search for a suspected UST. The study
was conducted using a Schonstedt GA52C Magnetic Locator. The entire property
along the north side of the house was surveyed, to include the driveway, shrubbery
area, and beside the garage and carport. There were a number of distracting
materials present on the property, such as the chain link fence and reinforcement
bars in the concrete wall. With such a proliferation of metal objects, the survey was
complicated, and positive proof cannot be assured.
The survey located a sizable mass of metal indicative of a buried small tank on the
northern edge of the driveway. The surface area is now paved with asphalt;
therefore, hand augering through the asphalt was not conducted. . .
Conclusions and Recommendations
Based on the interview with Mr. Burnett and the sampling results, it appears the
tank on the southern parcel has not leaked. Since gasoline remains in the tank,
the purchase agreement should include removal and disposal of that gasoline. If
that is not a feasible option, District 1 should contract to have the tank decommis-
sioned. Headquarters maintains a current listing of companies authorized to
conduct UST decommissioning.
The northern parcel appears to have a tank remaining in the ground. Since the
interview history indicated the tank had leaked, District 1 should assume tank
removal and some soil remediation will be required. It is difficult to estimate the
possible extent of any contamination; however, given the size of the tank, amouDt
of gasoline reportedly used, and the time elapseà, there is likely be 76.5' cubic meters
(100 cubic yards) of contaminated soil. That amount of soil could be remediated for
approximately $5000.00 plus the cost of transporting the soil.
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The conclusions in this report are based upon data and information obtained during
site visits by WSDOT Design Office personnel, supplemented by information and
data obtained and described herein. The interpretations and conclusions contained
in this report are based on the expertise and experience of WSDOT Design Office
personnel in conducting similar assessments, and on current regulations. WSDOT
Design Office personnel have also relied upon representations and information
furnished by individuals noted in the report with respect to existing operations and
property conditions and the historic uses of the property, to the extent that the
information obtained has not been contradicted by data obtained by other sources.
Accordingly, WSDOT Design Office accepts no responsibility for any deficiency,
misstatements, or inaccuracy contained in this report as a result of misstatement,
omissions, misrepresentations, or fraudulent information provided by the persons
interviewed.
Risk of Upset
The risk of upset, accidental release of hazardous substances, or explosion is always
possible during construction. The Department of Transportation will implement
standard construction practices and traffic control measures during construction
to reduce the possibility of upset.
Asbestos
Prior to demolition, any structures should be surveyed for asbestos containing
materials (ACMs). The District Facilities Office can perform the survey. Removal
and encapsulation of ACMs will be required, in accordance with federal, state, and
local regulations.
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Comments and Coordination
State Historic Preservation Officer
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During the preparation of the Environmental Assessment, activities were coordi-
nated with the following agencies and other entities:
State Agencies
Department ofFish and Wildlife
Department of Natural Resources
Eastern Washington University
Regional Agencies
METRO
Pierce County Transit
Local Agencies
city of Federal Way
Other Entities
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
FHWA
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services
Public Involvement
An open house was held on January 15, 1992 to present the preferred sites to the
public for review and comment. Comments received at the open house were used
as a basis for estimating public support for each site. Prior to the open house, 400
newsletters were delivered to residences and businesses in the Federal Way area.
A questionnaire was distributed at the open house. The majority .of people in
attendance favored a park and ride lot and were in favor of site D (later expanded
and renamed D).
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Another open house was held on August 3, 1993. The Design Report was available
for inspection at this meeting.
In September 1993, a petition was received requesting that WSDOT not locate the
park and ride in a residential neighborhood. The preference expressed was for
"double decking" the existing 348th and 9th Avenue S.W. park and ride facility, or
building anywhere other than a residential neighborhood. All those listed on the
petition will receive copies of the Environmental Assessment. No other issues were
raised
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Cowardin, L.M.; V. Carter, F.C. Golet and E.T. LaRoe. 1979. Classification of
Wetlands and Deepwater Habitats of the United States. U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service. FWS/OBS 79/31.
DOE. 1991. Washington State Wetlands Rating System: for Western Washington.
Washington State Department of Ecology. Olympia, WA. 61p.
Franklin, J.F. and C.T. Dyrness. 1973. Natural Vegetation of Oregon and Wash-
ington. Oregon State Univer:,ity Press. Corvallis, OR. 452p.
FIC. 1989. Federal Manual for Identifying and Delineating Jurisdictional Wet-
lands. Federal Interagency Committee for Wetland Delineation. (U.S. Army Corps
of Engineers, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Serv-
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Governor of the State of Washington. 1990. Executive Order EO 90-04, "Protection
of Wetlands." Olympia, WA.
Hitchcock, C.L. and A. Cronquist. 1973. Flora of the Pacific Northwest. University
of Washington Press. Seattle, W A.
Huffman, R.T; D.R Sanders, W.B. Parker, and S.Vv. Forsythe. 1987. Corps of
Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual. Technical Report Y-87-1. Department
of the Army.
King County. 1991. King County Wetlands Inventory. King County Environ-
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Reed, P.B., Jr. 1988. National list of plant species that occur in wetlands: North-
west (Region 9). U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Biological Report 88 (26.9).
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Snyder, D.E.; P.S. Gale and RF. Pringle. 1973. Soil Survey of King County Area,
Washington. USDA, Soil Conservation Service, in cooperation with Washington
State Department of Natural Resources and Washington State University, Agri-
culture Research Center.
Williams, R.W.; RM. Laramie, and J.J. Ames. 1975. A catalog of Washington
streams and salmon utilization, VoL 1. Puget Sound Region. Washington Depart-
ment of Fisheries. OlymPia.,.W. A ;j>-.
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Eastern Washington University July 30, 1993. A Cultural Resources Survey of
SR 5: Federal Way Park & Ride Lot #2, King County, Washington
KPFF Consulting Engineers (KPFF).. May 1993. Design Report, Federal Way park
and ride Lot #2
KPFF Consulting Engineers (KPFF).. May 1992. Siting Study, Federal Way park
and ride Lot #2
WSDOT, District 1 Traffic. January 1992. Traffic Report, Federal Way park and
ride Lot #2
WSDOT, HQ Environmental Braneh. March 1994. Preliminary Site Assessment
Report, Federal Way park and ride Lot #2
WSDOT, District 1 Noise argo June 1993 Traffic Noise Analysis, Federal Way park
and ride Lot #2
WSDOT, HQ Environmental Branch. July 1993. Biology/WetlandReport, Federal
Way park and ride Lot #2
WSDOT, District 1 Landscape argo September 1993. Visual Assessment Report,
Federal Way park and ride Lot #2
WSDOT, District 1 Air Quality argo April 1993 Air Quality Report, Federal Way
park and ride Lot #2
WSDOT, HQ Planning. July 1993. Socioeconomic Discipline Studies, Federal Way
park and ride Lot #2
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Persons with disabilities may request this information
be prepared and supplied in alternate forms by
calling collect (206) 664-9009;
Persons with hearing imparements may call
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INTRODUCTION
This document has been prepared to supplement the Federal Way Park and Ride Lot
#2 Environmental Assessment (EA). The information contained in this document
includes supplemental information, corrections to the original EA, and responses to
comments received during the EA circulation.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION AND ERRATA
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The park and ride lot configuration has been modified to avoid impacts to the
wetland described in the EA as Wetland # 1. The revised configuration is included as
the last page of this section, this replaces figure 3 in the EA.
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As a result of comments received from the circulation of the EA the following changes
are incorporated into the EA:
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\I Water & Sewer District:" to lakehaven Utiltiy District.
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the city of Federal Way...
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OJ 0 impacts to the two wetlands that occur in the project area.
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v1'age 20, beginning with "Wetland impacts will be minimized using the following
measures:" delete "e" and #'S 3, 4, 5 and 6.
vJ'age 20, last paragraph, delete entire paragraph. Add, All impacts to wetland
() areas within the project area have been avoided.
v"'Page 38, Public Services and Utilties: Change" Federal Way Water & Sewer, 33530
1St Way 5., Federal Way, WA 98003" to lakehaven Utility District, 316271st
Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003, (206) 941-1516.
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jRat trapping at the project site will be done prior to commencing construction. This is
being done at the request of adjacent property owners.
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the city of Federal Way ( comments 5&6, from Saeid Daniari).
RESPONSE TO COMMENTS
Responses are keyed to the comment letter sent by the city of Federal Way and to the
letter sent by David Mossison, these were the only two comment packages received
by WSDOT.
RESPONSES TO THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
Description of the proposed action
.;a. Project is scheduled to commence construction in spring of '96. On site
impacts to the wetland will be avoided by a redesign of the transit area. This
should speed the Use Process III Review. .
Jb1. During preparation of our environmental documentation, WSDOT adheres to
SEPA and NEPA regulations. We are intent on providing a document that
satisfies both processes, in this case the environmental assessment (EA) fulfills
the requirements of NEPA and SEPA, therefore we will adopt the document
following WAC 197-11-630. Since WSDOT has circulated the EA we will comply
by completing the form identified by WAC 197-11-965.
./ b2.ltis noted that the agency is now named, Lakehaven Utility District. All
references to Federal Way water and sewer should be now known as the
Lakehaven Utility District.
Alternatives to the proposed action
)a1. All perimeter and interior landscaping will be in conformance with the City.
standards. .
)a2. Site plan geometries include 8.5' x 18' standard stalls, 8' x 13' with a 2'
landscape overhang compact stalls and 25.5' aisles per the pre application
documents.
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~ b2. Noted. See page S1, Supplemental information and Errata, fourth ftW'hÓ)I.A .rb"¡l~
~aragraph. 't:1..:.t-:-e- vJ I. '" '-
,»3. No bike lanes are proposed for 21 st Avenue SW. A request for a zoning ~
modification will be submitted to the City during the Use P. recess III ~. 'e.w.
Two bike lanes constructed to City standards are pro~sed for S~34 reet.
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./a. Soil Survey of King County, Soils Conservation Service and Geotechnical
Report for the Federal Way Park & Ride Lot No.2, RZA AGRA, Inc., 1993.
WSDOT notes that the site is located in the Hylebos Creek Drainage Basin
_~ithin the greater Puget Sound Basin.
//~J:U-Wb~ Noted. See responses beginning on page S5, #3 Impacts of the Proposed
~-~ction, paragraph 1.
vC. The contractor must comply with all local, state and federal air quality laws.
These laws include measures to reduce fugitive dust. .
On the whole, plants are not nearly as effective as other more direct means
of control for particulants (e.g., dust suppressar:¡ts).- Plants for landscaping need
to be small to insure survival. For this reason, they have no practical value for
dust mitigation.
jd1. The City defines a stream as "..generally consisting of a channel with a bed,
banks or sides throughout substantially all its length..", this channel has none of
those features. This channel conveys seasonal storm events intermittently and
has no base flow.
Jd2. WSDOT accepts your comment that the site is located in an identified aquifer
recharge area as noted on the Federal Way sensitive area maps.
jf. Wetland description. Project will encroach into the 100' wetland setback. A
wetland report to City standards will be submitted to the City for Use Process III
Review.
v't. Wetland #2. As this project does not impact wetland #2 there is no need for
discussion. The wetland is shown on the WETLAND LOCATION map on p.22 of
the EA.
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l.iilfIV CD Impacts. On site impacts to the wetland will be avoided by a redesign of the
~- \ transit area. -.§~e ~_!:Jp-p~eDtaJJnfo[mationJ3-.ruLêrrata page S 1, first paragrJlph
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Jf. Mitigation. On site impacts to the wetland will be avoided by a redesign of
the transit area. Project will encroach into the 100' wetland setback. WSDOT
will use Federal Way codes to mitigate for the buffer impact to wetland #1.
.,,~ @) Wildlife. Sequence phasing of the construction is at the contractors---'-
~. I) discretion, however, it is likely that the replacement habitat area will be worke~
on in ~ sequence that could provide habitat for the displac~d wildlife. ....-J
../ h. Fish. Water quality and release rates are such that they will not be an
impact to the Hylebos Creek fish population.
v i. Noise. WSDOT used a higher speed to produce a worst case scenario.
.Ii. Mitigation. Vegetated buffers (perimeter and interior landscaping) will be
constructed per City standards. Vegetation and perimeter landscaping are
proposed for this project. WSDOT could not find an 'idling criteria' in the
Federal Way Noise regulations.
The identified institutions do exist but are not directly affected by the project.
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proper manner.
j~ k. Transportation. Noted. Please refer to page S5, responses to Saeid
t'J Daniari.
I. Public Services and Utilities - existing conditions. Noted: Lakehaven
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Utility District, 31627 1st Ave. S., Federal Way, WA 98003. (206) 941-1516.
~/m. Studies performed and coordination conducted. The pre application site
plan is not a binding site plan. The EA site plan configuration will be used for
Use Process III Review.
../ m. Affected Environment. All approvals from the city will be through the Use
Process III review.
../m. 3rd response. This is wetland #2. There are no impacts to wetland #2,
therefore there is no discussion of mitigation.
Comprehensive planning and Zoning Impacts
/1. Noted.
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3. Additional right-of-way purchases are required from 6 property owners along
~ VJ~ the east frontage of 21 st Avenue SW for the roadway widening. There are no
IJI !urther parcels identified for park and ride development.
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Refer to page 23, Noise: Future Noise, the noise levels are quantified in this
section. The complete noise evaluation is contained in the Traffic Noise Analysis,
Federal Way Park and Ride Lot #2, District 1 Noise Org., June 1993. This
document may be requested by contacting the Design Engineer, Susan Everett,
15700 Dayton Ave. N., P.O. Box 330310, Seattle, WA 98133-9710.
Visual Quality
v,Mitigation. The landscaping and tree retention plans will conform to city
standards.
../ 2nd response. All visual elements will conform to city standards.
1. Description of the Proposed action
/paragraph 1. The pre application site plan is not a binding site plan.
paragraph 2. Transit loop has been eliminated. Transit entrance will be from
21st Avenue SW. Transit exit will be to SW 344th Street. Transit staging area
will be designed to Metro standards. Pedestrian load/unload area is located
between the parking lot and the transit area. -
/ paragraph 3. The transit entrance and exit will be via single one way driveways
respectively. l -
,¡ paragraph 4. Widening to the west of 21 st would require right-ot-way acquisition
from 11 additional property owners and relocation of the curb, gutter, landscape
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strip, street trees, sidewalk and utilities. The roadway transitions (4 to 5 lanes
and back) will be done utilizing a 35:1 taper.
j paragraph 5. Storm runoff resulting from the new impervious surfaces on 21 st
and 344th will be routed through the on site detention and treatment facility in
conformance to city.standards. The State will enter into an agreement with the
city to accept this runoff. .
/2. Alternatives to the Proposed Action
paragraph 1. Site plan geometries include -8.5' x 18' standard stalls, 8' x 13' with
a 2' landscape overhang compact stalls and 25.5' aisles per the pre application
documents.
./paragraph 2. We agree.
/paragraph 3. Noted.
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v'paragraph 1. A Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan will be compiled to DOE
standards for application for an NPDES stormwater permit.
/þaragraph 2. On site detention will be used.
v' par~graph 3. The detention facility is in conformance with City requirements.
v paragraph 4. On site impacts to the wetland will be avoided by a redesign of the
transit area. On site subcatchment water quality treatment will be in a wetpond
and biofiltration swale separate from the east offsite bypass swale.
tI ~ ~~5. The light from the luminaires will be directed downward to
illuminate the park and ride lot.
v'þaragraph 6. Noted.
~ paragraph 7. Noted. S~e Piige §J..lßupplementallnformation and Errata,
third paragraph.
. /paragraph 8. The traffic control plans will be included in the final contract
documents to be used for the city engineering review.
../ paragraph 9. The sidewalks along the 21st Avenue SW frontage will be
extended north to the existing sidewalk at the Fred Meyer. The 21sU344th
intersection signalization will also include the construction of curb, gutter,
sidewalk, curb ramps and crosswalks at the intersection corners. Pedestrians
will be able to safely access the existing sidewalks along the west side of 21st
Avenue SW from the park & ride. Sidewalks will also be included on both sides
of the SW 344th Street extension.
Comments by Saeid Daniari, city of Federal Way
J 1. Enclosed is a right-of-way plan, site plan and roadway plan.
j2. WSDOT is now compiling traffic information based on the 1997 projected
levels of service (LOS). You may rèquest a copy of this report from Susan
Everett, Project Engineer, 15700 Dayton Ave. N., P.O. Box 330310, Seattle, WA
98133.
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/3. Affected TIP's are listed as follows: .
12. Park'N Ride - 21st Ave SWat SW 344th St
48. 21st Ave SW/Dash pt Rd - SW 356th to SW 312th Sidewalk
49. 21st Ave SW/Dash pt Rd - SW 356th St to SW 312th
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./5&6. See attached traffic analysis.
/7. see #2
vB. See attached traffic analysis. WSDOT pro-rata share for the above TIP
projects are as follows: .12. Total cost of engineering and construction, 48.
Sidewalks installed on east side of 21 st Avenue SW from 344th Street SW to
339th Street SW, 49. Full improvements to east side of 21st Avenue SW from
. 346th Street SW to 339th Street SW including pavement widening, curb, gutter,.
landscape strip, street trees, sidewalk, illumination and property acquisition.
v9. 21 st Avenue SW will be widened from 4 to 5 lanes with new curb, gutter,
landscape strip, street trees and sidewalk on the east side of the street. The
intersection of 21 st Avenue SW & 344th Street SW will be signalized and
improved with curb, gutter, sidewalk. curb ramps and crosswalks. The extension
of 344th Street SW will include 5 lanes. curb. gutter. landscape strip. street trees
and sidewalks. New curb. gutter. landscape strip. street trees and sidewalk will
be extended north from the project to match the existing improvements at the
Fred Meyer.
RESPONSE TO COMMENTS OF DAVID MORRISON
page 1, paragraph 2: The 4.75 acre parcel is not within nor adjacent to the site
plan limits of the Park & Ride configuration. This parcel currently has nearly
direct access to the south from 15th Place SW. located in the plat of Parklane
Estates Division 2. There is a single 50 foot wide tract between the Parklane
parcel and 15th Place SW.
page 1 t paragraph 3-5. A 653 foot extension of 344th Street SW beyond the SE
corner of the Park & Ride to the 4.75 acre parcel is unnecessary considering
how close the Parklane parcel is to 15th Place SW.
page 2, paragraph 1. The City requires full width roadway improvements for
344th Street SW along the frontage of the Park & Ride site. WSDOT's
obligation to the City for improving 344th Street SW ends at the SE corner of the
Park & Ride lot.
page 3. paragraph 4. The proposed alignment for the extension of 344th Street
SW from 21 st Avenue SW to Campus Drive is within the sole jurisdiction åf the
City of Federal Way. All local land use designations are also within the sale
jurisdiction of the City of Federal Way. Any impacts to Park/ane or any other
property owner resulting from the local land use and comprehensive planning
efforts of the City of Federal Way is out of WSDOT control. EX HI B IT ~
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Subject: SR 5, MP 143.83, CS 1727,
OL 0826, Federal Way Park & Ride
Lot #2, Traffic Analysis '-" " ,,' - --'-
To:
S. Everettff. Kutrich
MS 13 5
This memorandum is in respo.nse to your request for a revised Traffic Analysis which
reflects current traffic conditions and the latest scope of the subject project.
The City of Federal Way has requested the following information:
1) Submittal of a traffic analysis conducted for the development of this project for
City review.
2) Signal warrant analysis for the intersection of 21st Avenue SW and SW 344th
Street.
3) Left turn storage lengths for any signal at 21 st Avenue SW and SW 344th Street.
A site 'study conducted by KPFF Consulting Engineers reviewed 16 sites for the location
ofa Park & Ride lot in the City of Federal Way. The study recommended that site D' be
the location' of the Park & Ride lot. This traffic analysis is for site D' which is located east
of 21st Avenue SW, south ofSW 342nd Street, and north ofSW 344th Street in Federal
Way. It updates the 1992 analysis performed by Denise CierilDon Vondran.
The Park & Ride Lot will have 629 stalls, and will serve 16 bus routes. The project will
widen 21 st Avenue SW from a four to a five lane section, signalize the intersection of SW
344th Street with 21st Avenue SW, widen the west approach from two to three lanes, .
and construct a five lane extension of SW 344th Street to the eastern limit of the Park &
Ride Lot. The 19th Avenue SW alignment was moved 400' east of the site, which
eliminated the construction of 19th Avenüe SW from this project. No site access from
19th Avenue SW was assumed in this study. The site will access 21st Avenue SW and
SW 344th Street with a transit driveway and a passenger car driveway on each.
Per the earlier study by KPFF, the Park & Ride Lot is expected to generate 470 PM peak
hour outbound trips and 100 PM peak hour inbound trips. The AM peak is assumed to
reverse these volumes with 100 trips out and 470 in. Also per that study, the following
intersections were identified as being critical in the analysis:
. SW 344th Street and 21st Avenue SW,
. SW 342nd Street and 21 5t Avenue S W,
. SW 336th Street and 21st Avenue SW,
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SW 336th Street and 19th Avenue SW.
Park & Ride Driveway and 21st Avenue SW.
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Current traffic volumes (9/94 - attached) were obtained by State personnel for the critical
intersections, and a signal warrant count was obtained for the intersection of SW 344th
Street and 21st Avenue SW. Projections of 1995 volumes (attached) were made based on
a 2%. per year growth rate per the City of Federal Way, and using the trip distribution
percentages from the KPFF study, Siglla/85 software.was used loevaluate the Levels of.
Service (LOS) of the critical signalized intersections according to the principles of the
1985 Highway Capacity Manual, and HCS software used for the unsignalized
intersections. The LOS are:
Intersection Time
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Existing without with signal &
Conditions Park & Ride Park & Ride
AM 0 0 A *
PM F F A *
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PM E E E
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PM C C D
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PM B B B
P&R Driveway AM na na E
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* This LOS is based on a two phase signal with a 40 second cycle length. Three or four
phases including protected left turns would give LOS B. Leaving it unsignalized would be
LOSF.
344th/21st
342nd/21st
336th/21st
336th/19th
A future connection between SW 344th Street and Campus Drive is proposed. The
effects of that connection are beyond the scope of this study, except to note that the
connection may effect a redistribution oftrat1ìc away from 336th Street SW and may ease'
congestion on that street.
Signal \Varrant and Queuing:
The speed study atSW 344tb Street and 21 st Avenue SW indicated the following
percentile speeds in MPH:
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SB
EB
10th
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34.00
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85th
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The attached Signal Warrant Analysis indicated that Warr~~H t
met. There were four entering at angle accidents which are correcta
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SIGNAL 85 software was used to analyze the proposed signal at the intersection of SW
344th Street and 21st Avenue SW. Left turn queues are reported as 90th percentile
queues by this software. For 1995 with a two phase signal they are:
Direction AM Queue PM Queue
NB 25' 25'
SB 28' 25'
EB J8? 27'
WB 25' . 26'
Not more than two cars are expected to queue in the left turn pockets 90% of the time.
Standard 100' left turn pockets should be more than adequate for the WSDOT
recommended 95th percentile queues.
Accident Analysis:
Accident data from 1991, 1992 ,and 1993 are attached. The most frequent accident types
are driveway related and rearend. indicative of this congested commercial area. No other
pattern was discerned, and no additional measures are proposed in addition to the already
proposed improvements.
ContI usions:
The critical intersections identified for study are not significantly impacted by the
construction of the Park and Ride Lot, except for the positive impact of the signal
construction at SW 344th Street and 21st Avenue SW. The Park and Ride Lot will
produce the benefit of converting the 570 associated SOY trips to HOV transit trips at an
average of35 passengers per each of the assumed 16 buses. The Park and Ride Lot can
be considered a capacity improvement for the benefit of the surrounding transportation.
system.
Recommendations:
We recommend the construction of the Park and Ride Lot at site 0' and. other
improvements as planned.
We recommend that the sigmd at the improved intersection ofSW 344th Street and 21st
Avenue SW be two phase with provision for the addition of protected left turn phases on
all approaches in the future. .
If there are any questions. please contact Bob Cavanaugh at 440-4354.
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TRIP GENERA TI 0 N
Metro was contacted to obtain information applicable to the proposed 8oo-stall park-and-ride
facility. Metro has not developed specific trip generation rates for such facilities, other
information pertinent to park-and-ride facility operations was provided.
To estimate traffic generated by the proposed lots, the Institute of Transportation Engineers
(ITE) Trip GeneralÍon (5th Edition) trip generation rates were utilized. As a check, these rates
were compared to actual traffic count volumes conducted at the existing 320th Street park-and-
ride facility and were found to correlate well with volumes at this lot.
The resulting trip generation is shown in Table 1. Trip distribution and traffic pattern
assignments were prepared individually for each of the eight sites.
Table 1
Trip Generation
PM Peak Hour Directional Trips
Size Trip Rate Total Trips In (18%) Out (82%)
800 Stalls 0.68 trips per 550 vehicle 100 450
stall trips
The same level of traffic generation was initially assumed for all sites, irrespective of location,
site constraints or potential market area. Due to City reclassification site "D" now supports
800 stalls. For sites near 1-5, few of these trips were considered to be new trips to the Federal
Way street system. Obviously, most of the park-and-ride patrons will live in Federal Way or
northeast Pierce County. Without the proposed park-and-ride lot. most of. these patrons would
already be on their way to the 1-5 freeway to reach their ultimate destination. The likely travel
patterns for each were examined on a case-by-case basis and estimates of pass-by and diverted
trips made for each affected street segment.
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FEDERAL WAY. WA 98003-6210
January 31, 1995
RECEIVED
FE802 1995
Mr. Dale Morimoto
Washington State Department of Transportation
MS 138
15700 Dayton Avenue North
PO Box 330130
Seattle, W A 98133-9710
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RE:
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT COMMENTS
21ST A VENUE PARK AND RIDE/FEDERAL WAY PARK AND RIDE #2
34220 21ST AVENUE SOUTH WEST
FEDERAL WAY, W A
Dear Mr. Morimoto:
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The City of Federal Way has reviewed the Environmental Assessment prepared for the
proposed 629 stall park and ride facility at the northeast corner of 21st Avenue SW and SW
344th Street in Federal Way. The 21st Avenue Park and Ride facility is an important project
to the city, and the region, as we implement Commute Trip Reduction (erR) standards
mandated by the 1993 Washington State legislature. With existing park and ride lots at
capacity, the city has worked with WSDOT and METRO to provide applicable comments on
the proposed park and ride facility.
In August of 1994, the city conducted an informal pre-application meeting with WSDOT and
METRO staff to review and comment on the proposal. Numerous pre-application comments
have been incorporated in the Environmental Assessment under review. However, there
remain several issues that should be addressed to provide a complete and thorough
environmental analysis of the proposed facility.
The following comments are based on staff review of the December 1994 Environmental
Assessment sections; Federal Way staff response is in italics.
Description of the Proposed Action
a.
Project schedule: The Environmental Assessment (EA) document states that
construction of the project is scheduled to begin in the fall of 1995.
Response: This project is going through the city 's Use Process III which
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Mr. Dale Morimoto
January 31, 1995
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requires approval from tire Federal Way City Council prior to issuance of a
grading, clearing and building permit. TIme lines for Use Process III run
approximately six months. Additional time should be allotted for final
engineering and building plan approval.
b.
Permits and Approvals: -
1. The document states that upon completion of the NEP A process, this
document will be adopted under SEP A regulations.
Response: According to WAC 197-11-610, NEPA docwnents ll1flJ. be substituted
for preparing a SEPA if the requirements of 1917-11-600 and 197-11-630 are
met and the federal EIS is not found inadequate.
2. The document states that service agreements with Federal Way Water and
Sewer will be needed.
Response: The name of this agency is now Lakehaven Utility District.
Alternatives to the Proposed Action
a. Zoning:
1. The document states that the Federal Way Zoning Code requires landscape
buffers along the site perimeter. The size of the landscape buffers are
determined. by the neighboring land use.
Response: Interior parking lot landscaping is required in confonnance with
FWCC section 22-156Z 7'Wenty-tWo (22) square feet of interior parking lot
landscaping per parking stall is required to be placed at the end of all rows of
parking and dispersed throughout tire parking lot in a manner to reduce the
visual impact of the parking lot.
2. The document states that stall dimensions are (9 feet) and (8.5 feet) by (18
feet) for standard and compact stalls, respectively.
Response: Compact stalls are 8.5 feet X 15 feet, full size stalls are 9 feet X 18
feet based on a tWenty five foot aisle width. Vehicles may not encroach into
required landscaping areas unless tire landscape area is increased in width to
accommodate the overhang. Wheel stops would also be suitable.
b.
Site Ð' - Preferred site:
1. Environmental and Geotechnical: The document states that a small
wetland in the southeast comer of the site has been identified. "Because this
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wetland has been so recently formed, it does not possess appreciable wetland
functions or values. It may be possible to mitigate these conditions by altering
the wetland and compensating for the wetland elsewhere. "
Response: The stated wetland tf.efinitions reflect Federal Way City Code.
Replacement ratios vary, wetland relocation may be approved pursuant to
FWCC section 22-1358, Decisional Criteria. City Use Process ¡jI with City
Council approval is required for wetland relocation.
2. Drainage: See Public Works Comments on page 10..
3. Off site improvements: Bike lanes have been omitted from this discussion
and should be included. .
Impacts of the "(Jro{)osed action
a. Earth: The document states that "this area is part of the Puget Sound Basin,
which consists of soils that have been mapped as belonging to the Alderwood
series, characterized by well drained moderately well drained gravelly sandy
loams. "
Response: The soils mapping and preliminary soils investigation sources should
be identified. The site is located in the Hylebos Creek Drainage Basin.
b.
Grading: see Public Works comments on page 10.
c.
Air quality: The document states that the project is found to conform with the
purpose of the SIP and all requirements of the Clean Air Act.
Response: Construction activity, especially site preparation work, will
contribute to a short term increase in local suspended particulate levels.
Construction activity also contributes to carbon monoxide levels through the .
operation of construction machi7Ú!ry, the use of trucks to deliver equipment and
materials, and worlœr access to the site by automobile. The activities also
involve emissions of hydrocarbons & oxides of nitrogen, potentially elevating
the level of photochemical oxidants, such as ozone, in the ambient air.
Compliance with local, state, and federal air quality standards provides
sufficient mitigation of these potential impacts. In addition, enhancement of on-
site vegetation and landscaping will provide filtering of suspended particulates.
During excavation, fill, and construction phases, as part of the TESC Plan, the
continued application of effective maintenance and operation procedures, and
the periodic watering of the site, shall be employed to keep the generation of
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dust within acceptable limits.
d.
Water:
1. Surface waters: The document states that there is a poorly defined channel
that con~eys off-site drainage across the site on the eastern portion of the
property.
Response: This channel should be addressed in accordance with city definitions
of stream to determine if a major or minor stream exists on site. In addition,
page 18 of the EA. states that a small perennial stream flows through an on-site
wetland. Surface water discussion should include this function.
2. Ground water: The document states that the proposed site is "not located
in a designated sole source aquifer" .
Response: The site is located in an identified aquifer recharge area according
to Federal Way Sensitive Areas map.
e.
Drainage: See Public Works comments on page 10.
f.
Wetlands:
wetland description:
Response:
-The wetland definition corresponds to FWCC section 22-1, Definitions:
Regulated Wetland. However, wetland ratings or distinction between quality of
various wetlands are not applicable under city code.
- Buffer requirements which are listed in the EA. Zoning section on page 6 and
should be rejlec.ted in this section.
Wetland #2: The document states that the project does not impact wetland #2.
Response: An explanation of how ,this wetland will not be impacted should be
provided and the location of this wetland should be clarified.
Functions: In accordance with FWCC section 22-1356 (determination of
wetland and regulated wetland), the document lists functions performed by
both wetlands. However, it states that because of their small size, unnatural
conditions, etc, they are of relatively low value.
Response: This has been identified as a regulated wetland per City code by
wetland specialist Susan Meyer with W&H Pacific in her Sept. 28, 1992 letter.
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Impacts - The document states that wetland #1 will be impacted by filling and
paving. Loss of buffer vegetation will also occur.
Response: The document should state that the elimination of wetland #1 will
also remove nutrient and sediment traps, and impact wildlife habitat. The
impaèts are based on the 100 percent removal of the wetland.
Mitigation - The document states that federal and state executive orders and
directives require the use of all practical measures to avoid impact and provide
mitigation for any unavoidable impacts. Mitigation measures are broadly
derIDed.
Response: FWCC section 22-1358, Structures, improvements and land suiface
. modifications within regulated wetlands, contains specific criteria for wetland
relocation and mitigation, including minimum acreage replacement ratios, .
timing and inspections. This should be reflected in the wetland discussion.
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Wildlife
The docu~ent states that reductions in existing wildlife population are expected
due to the habitat lost during clearing and grading. It states that no animal
population is expected to be substantially reduced. Created detention ponds,
biofiltration swales, and existing vegetation will serve as habitat for the
impacted wildlife.
Response: The timing of the construction should be coordinated so as to
provide a smooth transition from old to new habitat if studies indicate that the
created habitat serves a comparable function.
h.
Fish
The document states that neither wetland is associated with fish bearing
streams or bodies of water capable of supporting fish.
Response: The detention facility is proposed to empty into the Panther Lake
planning area, which flows into the Hylebos Creek, which is a fish bearing
stream.
1.
Noise
Existing conditions - The document states that peak hour existing and future
noise levels were modeled with traffic data and speeds of 40 miles per hour on
21st Avenue SW and 35 miles per hour on SW 344th Street. ~
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Response: The posted speed limit on 21st Avenue SW is 35 miles per hour as is
the speed limit on SW 344th Street.
Mitigation - In the document, numerous noise mitigation measures are
discussed and rejected as too costly or ineffective. No mitigation is proposed
for "traffic noise resu1~g from their operation of the park and ride.
Response: Mitigation response is unacceptable. City code requires perimeter
vegetative buffers with mature trees, parking lot landscaping, idling criteria for
buses, etc. Please provide a response that responds to city code requirements.
The document states that there are no public or non profit institutions in the
area that are directly affected by the project and structural insulation is not
proposed.
Response: Non-profit churches are located directly north of the property and
approximately 800 feet to the west.
j.
Construction noise
The document states that noise will be generated from construction equipment.
Contractors will be required to comply with all local regulations regarding
noise generation.
Response: FWCC section 22-1006 limits development activity or operation of
heavy equipment between the hours of 8:00 pm and 7:00 am, Monday though
Saturday. No development activity may occur on Sundays or holidays observed
by the city of Federal Way, unless approved in writing by the Director of
Community Development.
k.
Transportation - See Public Works comments on page 11 and 12.
1.
Public Services and Utilities
Existing Conditions - The document lists Federal Way Water and Sewer as a
utility affected by this project.
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Response: The Utility District is a separate entity from the City of Federal
Way. The district is now known as LaJœhaven Utility District. Their correct
address is as follows:
LaJœhaven Utility District
31627 1st Avenue South
FederafWay, WA 98003
(206) 941-1516
m.
Land Use
Studies performed and coordination conducted - The document states that
the latest design for the facility was reviewed for consistency and compliance
with current zoning.
Response: A pre-application for the project was reviewed by Federal Way's
Development Review Committee in August of 1994. No formal application has
been received as of this comment date. The parking lot configuration reviewed
in the pre-application is different that the one depicted on page three of the
EA.
Affected Environment - "The proposed use is considered a government
facility by the City of Federal Way and is a permitted land use. "
Response: The site is zoned RS Z2 (Residential Single Family) Government
facilities, permitted under FWCC section 22-645, are approved through Use
Process III.
The document states that undeveloped parcels to the north of the Puget Power
easement may include wetland area as well.
Response: This statement is in conflict with identification of wetland #2 on
page 18 of the Environmental Assessment and should be clarified. In addition,
wetland mitigation should be discussed in this section.
Comprehensive Planning and Zoning Impacts
1. The document states that recent land use revisions and zoning changes
proposed or adopted by the city of Federal Way are due to the ongoing
population growth and commercial expansion this area has experienced over
the past decade.
Response: The City of Federal Way, incorporated on February 28, 1990, has
approved one rezone since incorporation. The City's Comprehensive Plan,
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adopted at incorporation, is presently being revised to conform with
Washington's Growth Management Act.
2. The document states that Safeway, Fred Meyer and a service station with a
mini-mart at the intersection of 21st Avenue SW and SW 336th. A junior high
is scheduled for completion in 1994. Access to the school will be from 19th -
Avenue SW and SW 340th.
Response: Albertsons Grocery is also adjacent to the aforemention&i
intersection. The Junior High School, combined with a city park facility, has
been in operation for the past five months. Direct school access to 19th Ave
SW is from SW Campus Drive.
3. The document states that "partial acquisitions of varying depths will be
acquired from undeveloped parcels, some of which are wooded, have wetlands
on site or are currently being used for pasture. "
Response: This statement should be clarified; are there additional parcels
proposed for park and ride development?
Economic and Community Disrnption
The document states that any increase in noise levels attributable to the
proposed park and ride facility would be "incidental."
Response: This statement should be quantified.
Visual quality
Mitigation - The document states that the project's effect on the visual quality
will be reduced by planting within the site (interior planting islands and
perimeter plantings). Existing vegetation will be retained whenever possible.
Response: All aspects of the site landscaping and tree retention must conform
to FWCC Article XVII, Landscaping. This site requires a Type III (Visual
Buffer) tenfeet in width along all property lines of this non-residential use.
13,838 square feet of interior parking lot landscaping must be provided in
accordance with FWCC section 22-1567. Retention of significant trees is in
conformance with FWCC sec. 22-1568, significant trees.
The document states that visual elements such as signs, luminaries, etc. will be
uniform in line, form, color and texture.
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Response: Any signage require a separate pennit from the city of Federal Way
in confonnance with FWCC article XVIII. The sign category for this use is B
which pennits wall mounted, marquee and pedestal signs. Any other uses
(espresso carts, drycleaners, etc) require accessory use pennits and city
business registration. .
The followine: comments are from the Senior Development Enl!:ineer. Ron Garrow. with
the Public Works Division.
1. Description of the Proposed Action
The site plan for the proposed facility has been modified significantly from that originally
proposed in the pre-application of August 18, 1994. On-site changes include reorientation of
the stalls and drive aisles, relocation of the access points into the site off of 21st Ave. SW
and SW 344th Street, layout of,the detention ponds and biofiltration swale, and other
miscellaneous items.
Regarding the layout, the provision of a looped system along the east side of the site appears
to be excessive. By providing an entrance off of 21st Ave. SWand an exit onto SW 344th
Street, all the necessary circulation is provided. There is redundancy in the second lane
along the east property line. Providing one lane for the buses should be adequate for staging.
Only 7 routes are being served and buses for all of them will probably not be present at the
same time. Clockwise circulation around the site will also avoid having pedestrians cross the
bus lane to board or get to their cars.
Access for the bus loop will be restricted to one driveway onto SW 344th Street since the
current configuration does not meet City of Federal Way code requirements for minimum
150 feet of separation. Because this street is to be classified as an arterial, further restriction
on access onto the street may be imposed in the future when the street is connected to the
diagonal parkway or SW Campus Drive.
The text indicates that the widening of 21st Ave. SW, as required to provide a safe left turn
lane into the site, will be all on the east side of the site. This will result in a misalignment
with the existing 5-lane street improvements to the north. Widening should be done equally
on both sides of the current street centerline.
The description of the work to be done does not include the installation of storm water
treatment systems. To cover this and any other items, the comment should be made that the
on-site construction shall be in conformance with the code requirements of the City of
Federal Way.
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2. Alternatives to the Proposed Action
Under the section on Zoning, the parking stall dimensions are noted as being 9'x18' and
8.5'x18' for standard and compact stalls, respectively. In actuality, the width of the stall is
predicated upon the width of the drive aisle along which the stall is located. For a 25:-foot
wide drive aisle, the stall widths are correct. Also, compact stalls can be constructed to 15
. feet in length.
Under the section on Drainage, the reference to the Basin Plan is incorrect. Portions of the
City lie within sensitive drainage basins. Code required mitigation of impacts caused by
developments in these basins is supplemented by the recommendations in the Executive
Proposed Basin Plan, Hylebos Creek and Lower Puget Sound.
Under the section on Off-Site Improvements, the applicant states that the city has not yet
enforced a latecomer's agreement. In actuality, the city has not been presented with a
request for implementation of a latecomer's agreement on any project. Also, regarding the
contributions to mitigate off-site impacts, a pro-rata basis is used on traffic related.
improvement projects located beyond the site frontage limits and listed on the City's
Transportation Improvement Program. They are not used on frontage improvements that
must be installed as required by code.
3. Impacts of the Proposed Action
Under the section on Grading, the applicant will need to submit a Temporary
Erosion/Sedimentation Control (TESC) Plan to the City of Federal Way for review and
approval as part of the building permit application process. Methods to be used should
comply with the city's storm drainage design manual or the DOE's design manual, whichever
is more stringent.
Under the section on Drainage, the applicant has indicated that if the Panther Lake project
does proceed, the on-site detention may not be required. The Panther Lake improvement
project has been completed. Should the applicant wish to eliminate the requirement for
detention by utilizing the lake for their runoff control, the applicant will need to pay the City
of Federal Way a pro-rata share to the development of Panther Lake in the amount of
$1,800.00 per grass site square footage, and to the development of the PAN-3 storm drain
project in the amount of $1,945.00 per gross site square footage. The applicant will also
need to conduct a Level 2 downstream analysis of the conveyance system from the site to
Panther Lake. In the event that any conveyance deficiencies are noted for the 25-year storm
event with the Park & Ride site in a developed condition, the system will need to be
upgraded in those areas that are deficient to provide for adequate conveyance. Upgrades will
need to be made to the system to a size capable of conveying the runoff from the entire
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upstream basin in a developed condition.
Mitigation for storm water discharges from the site should include conforming with the
recommendations of the Executive Proposed Basin Plan, Hylebos Creek and Lower Puget
Sound. More specifically, if on-site detention is proposed in lieu of using Panther Lake, the
system should be sized in accordance with recommeñdation BW-2 whie~ requires th.e pond
capacity and runoff rate to be calculated using a 7-day event instead of the standard 24-hour
event specified in the King County Surface Water Design Manual, the City's adopted design
manual. A 30% factor of safety need not be used with the 7-day event.
Regarding the mitigation measures proposed for the wetlands, the applicant suggests that the
measures be located in the landscaped vegetated swale that will meander along the eastern
boundary of the park and ride lot. Placement of compensating wetlands in the main drainage
corridor may restrict the Public Works department from properly maintaining the swale for
proper conveyance. If any wetlands are to be relocated, the location should be off the main
drainage corridor. This drainage course is not to be used for water quality treatment for the
runoff from the street or parking lot. Separate facilities will be required for this function per
the city's code and design manual.
Under the section of Light and Glare, the applicant should mitigate the impacts of lighting by
hooding any parking lot lighting, directing the light down and not off the site.
Regarding comments made in the Traffic Section, 19th Ave. is planned to be extended
southward from its current terminus at SW 340th Street to SW 344th Street as development
occurs in that corridor. Construction will be by developer extension. Should the WSDOT
plan to expand their park & ride facility and that expansion fronts onto the proposed
alignment of 19th Ave. SW, WSDOT would be required to extend that portion that would
front on the site.
. Under the section on Public Services and Utilities, Federal Way Water & Sewer should be
changed to Lakehaven Utility District.
Regarding the mitigation with respect to construction impacts, the applicant will be required
to submit a traffic control plan related to any roadway widening and intersection work on
21st Ave. SW. This plan will need to be submitted, reviewed and approved before any
permitting is granted for right-of-way work.
In conclusion, the installation of a Park & Ride lot at this location will result in local
residents walking to the site. The accessibility of the pedestrians to the site (availability of
sidewalks) must be assessed for a reasonable distance away from the site along 21st Ave.
SW, SW 344th Street, and other nearby local streets. Installation of sidewalks beyond the
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site may be required.
The followinl! comments on the transportation section of the environmental assessment
report are from the city Traffic Enl!ineer. Saeid Danian.
1.
A scaled site plan should be provided showing the iigh.t-of-way, driv~way spacing,
driveway widths, and roadway/driveway turning radü.
2.
Levels of service should be analyzed for the existing conditions during the AM and
PM peak periods at all study intersections and roadway midblocks on SW Campus
Drive, SW 336th Street, and 21st Avenue SW.
3.
Planned improvements listed as TIP projects should be identified.
4.
Levels of service should be analyzed for the 1997-Without-Project conditions during
the AM and PM peak periods at all study intersections and roadway midblocks on SW
Campus Drive, SW 336th Street, and 21st Avenue SW.
5.
Project trip generation methodology should be identified and the daily, AM peak, and
PM peak project volumes should be quantified as total trips and inbound/outbound
splits.
6.
Based on the most current TIP for Federal Way, the proposed diagonal roadway
between SW Campus Drive and SW 344th Street is not anticipated to be in place by
1997, the proposed Park & Ride Lot #2 target completion year. Therefore, project
trips should be distributed and assigned to the existing roadway system without this
proposed diagonal roadway. A separate figure should be provided showing project
traffic assignment to intersections and driveways.
7.
Levels of service should be analyzed for the 1-997-With-Project conditions during the
AM and PM peak periods at all study intersections, project driveways, and roadway
midblocks on SW Campus Drive, SW 336th Street, and 21st Avenue SW.
8.
Mitigation measures required to improve levels of service to acceptable levels should
be identified. Furthermore, pro-rata share contributions to TIP projects should be
calculated.
9.
Any other off-site improvements necessary to provide a safer and more efficient
traffic operation should be identified.
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Conclusions
The above comment areas are in need of additional analysis to ensure that if potential adverse
impacts occur, they are properly mitigated. The City of Federal Way is available to meet
with WSDOT staff to respond to questions about the comments. The City requests the
opportunity to review WSDOT's response .to the City comments before completion of the
NEPA process.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this Environmental Assessment. I look forward
to working with you. If you have any questions, please contact me at 661-4103.
Sincerely,
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Deb Barker
Associate Planner
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Greg Fewins, Senior Environmental Planner
Ron Garrow, Senior Review Engin~r
Saeid Daniari, Traffic Engineer *J¡.
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February 6, 1995
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. Dale Miromoto
Washington State Dept.
15700 Dayton Ave. N.
P. O. Box 330130
Seattle, WA 98133-9710
31620.23rd Avenue South
of Transportation
MS 138
Federal Way, Washington 98003
Telephone: (206) 946-3652
Fax: (206) 946-3580
RE:
Environmental Assessment
Federal Way Park and Ride Lot 2
Dear Mr. Miromoto:
We own 4.75 acres of land, adjacent to the 14.69 acres of land we sold
to W.S.D.O.T. in December 1993, as the proposed site for the proposed lot
#2 Park and Ri de in Federa 1 Way. (see map attached)
At the time of the sale, we offered the contiguous 4.75 acres for sale
to W.S.D.O.T. at the same price and terms as the 14.69 acres, but were
advised that the 4.75 acres was not required. As the 4.75 acres parcel
does not have access, we were concerned that selling the 14.69 acres
without the 4.75 acres would leave this parcel "land-locked". We did
receive assurance and a commitment from Mr. John Villager that in the
planning and development process, W.S.D.O.T. would not leave us and other
adjacent property owners "Land-locked". Please find a copy of Mr.
Villager's letter of May 19, 1993 hereto attached.
The parcel of land we sold W.S.D.O.T. is rectangular in shape with 492
. ~at fronting 21st Ave., and 1313 feet deep from 21st Ave. east to our
contiguous 4.75 acres. Therefore, S.W. 344th would have to be extended
1313 feet east of 21st Ave. to provide our 4.75 acre parcel access and
egress to and from 21st Ave. On page 10 of the assessment the statement is
made that:
"Additional off-site improvements include the 201.2 Meter
(660-foot) extension of a 5 lane section of S.W. 344th
Street from 21st Ave. S.W. to the east."
A 660 foot extension of S.W. 344th would leave an additionaì (1313' -
660') = 653 feet between the proposed termination of the extension of S..
344th and our 4.75 acres, sti 11 leaving us "land-locked".
Regarding the cost of developing the S.W. 344th extension, page 6 of
the Assessment states:
"The city of Federal Way ordinances call for full~width
improvements on frontage roads. The city recognizes a
latecomers' agreement that allows future reimbursement from
other developments with common frontage; however the city
has not yet enforced this agreement."
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W.S.D.O.T. was aware of the city's requirement to make S.W. 344th a
100 foot wide arterial, and by ordinance that full interior improvements
would be required for the full width of the arterial, the entire depth of
the development site, prior to negotiating and acquiring our property. In
fact W.S.D.O.T. paid us considerably less than we felt was a fair market
value, only after a full feasibility review and assessment by W.S.D.O.T.
staff and consultants. The lower land value paid off-sets the highèr cost
of extending the arterial to.our 4.75 acres..
On page 27 of the assessment, the statement is made:
HExtension of the street S.W. 344th is anticipated with
construction of the Park and Ride lot. Further extensions
east to Campus Drive will be construction by future
development"
To honor W.S.D.O.T.'s commitment as stated by John Villager, this
statement needs to be revised to read:
"S.W. 344th will be extended as a major arterial from 21st
Ave. S.W. through the Park and Ride site to the common
boundaries of adjacent property owners."
This revision would then make accurate the statement made on page 12
that, with respect to the extension of S.W. 344th:
"All impacts within site 0 have been assessed and mitigated
in concurrence with the governing jurisdiction."
With regard to compatible land uses and the impact of the development
of a Park and Ride adjacent to single family housing, the environmental
assessment advises on page 42:
"This analysis acknowledges the city's acceptance of a Park
and Ride lot as a permitted land use in an area zoned single
family residential. However, the presence of the proposed
facility will have unavoidable negative impacts on the
cohesiveness of the adjacent single family residential
developments."..."Some deterioration in neig~borhood
cohesiveness and the resulting negative economic impact
their proposal will have on the resale value of single
family residents properties within the immediate vicinity of
the proposed Park and Ride facility are inevitable. Zoning
aside, single family housing is not the highest and best
potential use of the neighboring residential properties,
particularly those parcels along 21st Ave. S.W. Until the
zoning is changed to multiple unit housing.or allows for
some commercial business activity, the resale value of ~
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single Tamily dwellings in the immediate area of the Park
and Ride lot will appreciate less rapidly or possibly drop
in comparison to other comparable homes in the Federal Way
area. A perceived deterioration in air quality and
aesthetic value of those properties near the proposed Park
and Ride lot will also be a factor that will affect the
resale of adjacent homes."
The 14.69 acres purchased by W.S.D.O.T. and our remaining 4.75 acres
are zoned single family residential. We assembled these two parcels to
create a single family development of 80 lots, when the properties were
still within unincorporated King County, see plan "A" attached. When the
City incorporated, the City proposed that extension of S.W. 344th from 21st'
Ave. to Campus Drive, be a 100' wide arterial. We then proposed a smaller
lot subdivision of 95 single family lots to off-set the higher cost and
impact of the required arterial. Now the proposed alignment of S.W. 344th
bisects our 4.75 acres in half, rendering it too small and severely
impacted by traTTic to be suitable or desirable Tor a single Tamily
development.
The City is currently analyzing the impact of the requirements of the
Growth Management Act and are in the process of preparing a new Community
Plan which should identify areas where higher density housing and mixed use
developments could occur. The area east of W.S.D.O.T.'s proposed Park and
Ride has been maintained .in relatively large vacant parcels of land, due
primarily to the lack of a gravity sanitary sewer system in the area. This
area would support a new "urban village" with a mixture OT land uses and
residential densities. A new Urban Village in this area adjacent to the
Park and Ride and a new arterial 344th, would provide much of the required
additional growth sharing as proposed within the Growth Management Act,
without getting existing homeowners upset over the prospect of having high
density housing as immediate neighbors. .
I believe it would be very helpful if not a statuary requirement that
you address alternative adjacent land uses as an issue in your
environmental assessment, and describe some of the benefits of ~aving
higher density housing, or other more compatible land uses, adjacent to a
Park and Ride facility.
In conclusion, please let me advise that having assembled 19.4 acres
for a new single family neighborhood, and being left with onlY 4.75 acres
next to a proposed Park and Ride, with a proposed 100 foot wide arterial
bisecting this small site in two, we do feel damaged. Unless the future
land use designation of our remaining 4.75 acres changes from a single
family to a higher density use, we will suffer economic hardship and
d~mages by being adjacent to a proposed Park and Ride, and we will be again
.ing that W.S.D.O.T. acquire our remaining parcel.
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Please let me remind you of W.S.D.O.T.'s policy, as W.S.D.O.T.
representatives reminded me when W.S.D.O.T. acquired only a portion of our
property, and as clearly stated on page 4 of W.S.D.O.T.'s "Highway Property
Needs and You" which states;
"In addition to paying you the fair market value for the
property needed for the highway~ you are also to be paid for
loss in fair market value (damages) to the remainder of your
land. If the portion that remains should be of such a size
and shape so to have little and no value or utility, the
state will offer to purchase it from you." .
We ask that in completing your site planning and environmental
assessment, that you address the access and servicing needs of adjacent
properties such as ours; and recommend to the city alternative future land
uses for adjacent land that will be compatible and not create loss of
property value to adjacent properties.
We look forward to your response to our concerns.
Sincerely,
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David Morrison
General Manager
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Mr. pon Willis - W.S.D.O.T.
Mr. John Villager, P.E. - W.S.D.O.T.
Mr. Greg Fewins - City of Federal Way, Environmental Issues
Ms. Debbie Parker - City of Federal Way, Planning
Mr. Saeid Danieri - City of Federal Way, Traffic/Public Works
Mr. Larry Springer - City of Federal Way, Long Range Community
Planner
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Dear David:
'l11an.k: you for yourleners of -Nni127 and 28. reques~ further information and
darification 'of iSsüèS concerning your property located m the vicinity of 21st
Avenùe S.W. and S:W;344th Street. .
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Rog~; -d~i Mòra{ Bi11 Nun. JosJyn S1au~er and Lee Boylan met at the site Ma)'
13th to determine the œent of the we cIs. Bill and Roger arc in ~ment that
furthershaIlow (ISM) soU tests are required to deHneate the existing wetJand.
Initial investigatIon indicates the area. is mucl1 reduced from Bill's April
exploration; however, it is larger than Roger's report indicated.
The City of Federal Way, throueh the Publiç W9rks Director, supports the a]f~...
ment or 19th Avenne s.. W. in pnncipaL However, formal approval would only be
acheived by an application to âeve1op. the park and ride lot.
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The Depar~ent Qf,T~nation (DO1) will not process a. short plat to gain
ownersliip of property shown on a DOT right of way plan. The DOT normã1ly
takes title by warranty dee_~ with a description of the parcel
*' Should we åcqùirë fue pröperty. we would b~ required by the city through the
pemút process to construct 19th Avenue S.W. and S.W. 344th Street. Our intent
would be to not "land lock" either you or' adjacent property owners. .
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FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003-6210
ADOPTION OF EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT
ApPLICATION #SEP 95-0024
Adoption for (check appropriaJe box): (XJ DNS 0 EIS 0 other:
Description of current proposal: Construction ofa 610 stall park and ride facility on an 11.6 acre site,
including stonn water detention facilities, landscaping, and right of way improvements.
Proponent: Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).
Location of current proposal: 34220 - 21st Avenue SW, Federal Way, W A.
Title of document being adopted: Environmental Assessment (EA) for State Route 5, Federal Way Park
and Ride Lot #2.
Agency that prepared document being adopted: Washington State Department of Transportation
(WSDOT).
Date adopted document was prepared: Environmental Assessment prepared November 17, 1994.
Description of document (or portion) being adopted: National Environmental Policy Act Environmental
Assessment (EA) for State Route 5, Federal Way Park and Ride"Lot #2.
If document being adopted has been challenged (197-11-630), please describe: N/A
The document is available to be read at (place/time): City ofFederal.Way, City Hall, Department of
Community Development Services, 33530 - 1st Way South, Federal Way; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Monday
through Friday.
We have identified and adopted this document as being appropriate for this proposal after independent
review. The document meets our environmental review needs for the current proposal and will
accompany the proposal to the decision maker.
Name of agency adopting document: City of Federal Way, Dept of Community Development Services.
Address: 33530 - 1st Way South, Federal Way, WA 98003
Contact person, if other than responsible official: Deb Barker
Position/title: Associate Planner
Phone: (206) 661-4103
Responsible official: Gregory D. Moore, AlCP
Position/title: Director of Community Development Services
Phone: (206) 661-4118
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The following uses shall be permitted in the single family residential (RS)zone subject to the regulations and notes set forth in
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See 1 22.137611. May be permitted only if locating this use in the immediate area of the subject
et seq. property is necessary to permit effective lervice to the area to be served.
2. If any portion of a ItruClure on the lubJect property is within 100' of a ION densi!)'
use, tben eitber:
a. The beight of that structure shall not exceed 1.5' above average building eleva.
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b. The facade ot that portion of the Itructure parallel to the low density use shall
not exceed 50' in length.
3. The city may require additional landscaping or buffen on a case by "".e basis,
4. Rder to Article XVII, Landscaping, for appropriate requirementl.
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FEDERAL WAY. WA 98003-6210
October 8, 1996
Ms. Susan Everett
Washington State Department of Transportation
15700 Dayton Avenue North, MS 135
PO Box 330310
Seattle, WA 98133-9710
RE:
SPR 95-0026 - TwIN LAKEs PARK AND RmEFACILITY
Proposed Intrusions Into Wetland Setback Areas For Essential Public Facilities
34220 - 21st Avenue SW, Federal Way, WA
Dear Ms Everett:
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The city has completed its administrative review of your proposed wetland setback intrusion for
installation of an essential public facility. These intrusions consist of right of way improvements,
storm sewers, portions of a bus circulation roadway, pedestrian loading area, wetpond, and buffer
landscaping.. Based on the following findings, the city has granted conditional approval ofthe
requested wetland setback intrusions.
FINDINGS OF FACT
1.
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) proposes to construct a 610 stall
park and ride facility on a 11.6 acre site located at 34220 21st Avenue SW in Federal Way
(Exhibit A). The park and ride, a government facility, is permitted within the RS zoning
district subject to the provision of Federal Way City Code (FWCC) section 22-645,
Government facilities.
2.
On September 25, 1996, the City of Federal Way adopted the Federal Way Park and Ride
Lot #2 Environmental Assessment (EA) pursuant to WAC 197-11-630 to satisfy the city's
compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEP A). The amended EA is hereby
incorporated by reference as though set forth in full.
3.
The proposed park and ride is a government facility under the FWCC. The park and ride
facility will be constructed by WSDOT and managed by METRO, both government agencies
performing public service. A5 such, on- and off-site improvements associated with the park
and ride would be defined as Essential public facilities and utilities. L
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Wetland Setback Intrusion Letter
October 8, 1996
Page 2
4.
A wetlandlbiology report (prepared in July 1993, by William S. Null), was submitted on
September 8, 1996, (Exhibit B) and has been incorporated into the EA. The report states
that a 10,732 square foot regulated wetland, measuring 120 feet along the south by 175 to
the north in a triangular pattern, is located on the southeast portion of the property. The
report identifies functions associated with this wetland as stormwater storage and discharge,
nutrient and sediment trap, limited food chain support, and wildlife habitat area. The report
states that based on the small size, isolation, and disturbed nature, the wetland is rated as
Category IV by the Department of Ecology (DOE) wetland rating system. Null concludes
that the wetland is of relatively low value. No improvements are proposed to intrude into the
wetland.
5.
On- and off-site improvements are proposed to intrude into three of four sides of the 100
foot wetland setback area (Exhibit C). The specific improvements and the extent of the
intrusion are:
Direction Specific improvement with extent of intrusion into 100 foot wetland setback area
from
wetland
North side An 80 foot wide wet/detention pond is proposed to intrude into the northernmost 60 feet of the
100 foot wetland setback area. An existing 20 foot wide vegetated channel extends northward
100 feet from the wetland through the wetland setback area. Wetland buffer planting is
proposed within the 40 feet not encumbered with storm water facilities.
South side The entire 100 foot wetland setback area is filled by a seven foot tall retaining wall, six foot
wide sidewalk, eight foot wide plating strip with street trees, curbs, gutter, and 80 feet of
roadway with associated fill material. The wetland sits at the base of the retaining wall.
East side Approximately 20 feet of the wetland setback area immediately east of the wetland will be
vegetated. The rest of the wetland setback area is not part of the project area and will remain
undisturbed.
West side Storm sewer lines, a 26 foot wide one-way bus circulation roadway, 1 S feet of pedestrian
loading area, and a five foot wide bark trail are proposed to intrude 6S feet into the
westernmost portion of the wetland setback area. Wetland buffer planting is proposed within
the 35 feet not encumbered with bus and pedestrian traffic.
These specific intrusions into the wetland setback area require separate administrative
approval pursuant to FWCC Section 22-13 59(b) Essential public facilities and utilities
(Exhibit D).
6.
The wetland report states that the wetland setback area (buffer) consists of non-wetland
grasses such as tall fescue, orchard grass, and blue grass. These are classified as upland plants
seldom in wetlands. Soils in the area of the wetland setback area are mapped as Alderwood
series and are not hydric.
7.
The revised landscape plan received January 9, 1996, proposes "wetland buffer planting" on
the north, east, and west portions of the wetland setback ar~/g~lïBnSclUd~ ;--~
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October 8, 1996
Page 3
evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs. Street trees and a planting strip are proposed
along the south side of the wetland setback area. The proposed wetland buffer planting
upgrades the quality of the existing wetland setback area, increases wildlife habitat area, and
supports identified wetland functions. Two significant evergreen trees are proposed to be
retained within the wetland setback area.
8.
FWCC Section 22-13 59(b) provides a process to consider the intrusions of essential public
facilities into a wetland setback area. In a letter of January 2, 1996, the applicant provided
the following response to the criteria ofFWCC Section 22-1359(b) (Exhibit E):
liThe improvements are necessary because no feasible or alternative location
exists. The largest intrusion into the setback is the construction of SW 344th St.
This frontage improvement is required and its alignment is dictated by the city 's
approval, existing alignment and the city's desire to construct roads on section
lines and quarter section lines. Construction of this improvement outside of the
wetland setback would require excessive right-ol-way purchase, and would require
the horizontal curve in the roadway alignment in the same location as a vertical
sag in the roadway alignment. This would create undesirable design from an
alignment and safety standpoint. Other minor site improvements that will occur
inside the wetland setback have been minimized to the greatest degree possible.
The detention ponds have been located to the north away from the wetland to the
farthest extent possible. The transit exit cannot be moved any further away from
the wetland because of city driveway separation requirements and separation
requirements for driveways from intersections. "
Pursuant to FWCC section 22-1359(b), the Director of Community Development Services
may permit placement of an essential public facility or utility within a wetland setback if:
a.
The improvement must traverse the setback area because no feasible alternative
location exists based on an analysis of technology and system efficiency.
City Response: The table in finding #5 describes the proposed on- and off-site
intrusions in the 100 foot wetland setb~ck area. The proposed on-site wetland setback
intrusions which extend from 20 to 60 feet into the wetland setback area include bus
circulation areas and storm water facilities. Off-site wetland setback intrusions include
street dedication, construction of344th Street (currently unimproved), installation of
curbs, gutters, sidewalk, planting strips, street trees, and ground cover. All of this work
will intrude into the entire 100 foot wetland setback area along SW 344th Street for
approximately 200 linear feet.
The proposed improvements must traverse the wetland setback area because of several
functional design constraints:
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Wetland Setback Intrusion Letter
October 8, 1996
Page 4
. The wetponds arc located in this portion of the project site as it contains the lowest
ground elevations. To functionally meet the system needs, the wetpond must locate at
the lowest portion of the site which places it adjacent to the wetland and the
associated wetland setback area.
. The vegetated channel is an existing element of the site and, once improved, will be
used for conveyance ofstonn water according to page 16 of the EA. Definition and
revegetation of the channel is being proposed to assist with water quality
requirements.
. Bus loading and pedestrian waiting areas are positioned together at the southeast
portion of the site to allow optimal on-site bus movement and maximize the area
available for parking. The site design promotes vehicular safety as buses exit the park
and ride site onto a lower speed minor arterial route controlled by a traffic signal (SW
344th Street) rather than pull into 21st Avenue SW, an arterial with higher traffic
speeds. This exit meets driveway separation standards ofFWCC Section 22-1543(a).
. Improvements to SW 344th Street are required to provide acceptable right-of-way
and improvements as required by the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan and the
Federal Way City Code. Relocating SW 344th Street to the south creates poor
unacceptable roadway alignment, does not provide for a safe perpendicular
intersection alignment ofSW 344th and 21st Avenue, and requires acquisition of
additional property. There is no other feasible alternative to accomplish this goal of
right-of-way improvements.
b.
The specific location and extent of the intrusion into the setback area must constitute
the minimum necessary encroachment to meet the requirements of the public facility or
utility.
StafT Response: The applicant stated that, "... on-site improvements have been
minimized to the greatest degree possible." The park and ride public facility
improvements are designed to have minimal impact on the wetland setback area, while
still meeting the technical requirements and constraints for park and ride facilities.
Vehicle parking areas do not intrude into the wetland setback area. Bus loading areas
are separated from the wetland edge by vertical curbs, sidewalk, and 40 feet of
vegetation. The detention ponds have been reconfigured to minimize intrusion.
The park and ride facility could be reconfigured to exclude the wetland setback area.
This would require additional roadway acquisition, produce a cuIVed roadway that
reduces vehicle maneuverability, create poor roadway alignment which limits sight
distance opportunities, decrease the land available for parking, and result in
nonconforming driveway separation. The intrusion is the minimum necessary to meet the
requirements of the public facility. . .r--
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October 8, 1996
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There is no loss of wetland size, quality, or function with the proposed wetland setback
intrusions. Proposed revegetation adds to the wetland habitat quality and function ability,
increasing the value of the wetland.
CONDITIONS
Based on satisfaction of all applicable criteria, the requested wetland setback intrusion by a public
facility is approved subject to the following conditions:
1.
The wetland setback edge shall be delineated with a siltation fence before any grading,
clearing, or construction activities commence
2.
The wetpond shall intrude no more than 60 feet into the northern portion of the north side of
the 100 foot wetland setback area.
3.
A planting plan for the wetland setback area that incorporates habitat features and native
wetland/wetland buffer vegetation plantings for the wetland setback area must submitted with
the construction pennit application. This planting plan shall be reviewed by the city's wetland
consultant. The applicant shall be responsible for reimbursing the city for the review fees
submitted by the wetland consultant pursuant to FWCC Section 22-1243.
This decision shall not waive compliance with future City of Federal Way codes, policies, or
standards relating to this decision.
This administrative decision may be appealed pursuant to FWCC Section 22-5. If you have any
questions, please contact Deb Barker, Associate Planner (661-4103).
Sincerely,
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Director of Community Development Services
Exhibits
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Reduced Scale Site Plan
Wetland! Biology Report by William S. Null
Revised Landscape Plan
FWCC Section 22-1359(b), Essential Public Facilities and Utilities
112/96 WSDOT Letter Regarding Intrusion Criteria
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February 22, 1995
From: Arnir RasaieIBob Cavanaugh t W
MS120
Phone: 440-4353
Subject: SR 5, MP 143.83, CS 1727,
OL 0826, Federal Way Park & Ride
Lot #2, Addendum to Traffic
Analysis
To:
S. Everettff. Kutrich
MS 13 5
This memorandum is in response to your request for an addendum to the Traffic Analysis
which covers the opening year of 1997.
We have applied a 2% annual growth rate to the background traffic to calculate new
traffic volumes for 1997, and performed additional analysis (attached) to determine the
1997 Levels of Service (LOS) for the different scenarios. The results are as follows:
Intersection
Time
1997
without
P&R
1997
with
signal &
P&R
AM E
PM F
AM D
PM E
AM C
PM D
AM A
PM B
AM NA
PM NA
* - LOS A is based on a two phase signal with a 40 second cycle length.
protected left turn phases produces a LOS B.
336th/21st
A*
A*
E
E
D
E
A
B
E
E
Adding
344th/21st
342nd/21st
336th/19th
P&R Driveway
With 1997 volumes and a 40 second cycle length two phase signal, 95th percentile left
turn queues at the intersection of SW 344th Street and 21 st Avenue SW are expected to
be not more than four cars. Standard 10O' left turn pockets should be adequate.
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Memorandum
Date:
September 5, 1995
Amir ~J. Pazhouh
Traffic Analysis MS 120
440-4353/440-4352
Subject: SR 5 MP 143.83 CS1727
S. 344th St/21st intersection
Level of Service Analysis without
left turn pockets on S. 344th St.
OL0826
From:
Phone:
To:
S. EveretlRick Roberts
MS 135
Per your request, we have conducted a level of service analysis for the S. 344th
St.l21st Ave S. intersection at the Park&Ride Lot #2. The analyses were conducted
fòr with and Without the left turn pockets S. 344th during PM peak operation in 1997
and results are shown below:
With left turn pockets on all approaches:
Pennitted left turn on 21st Ave S. and on the side street (S. 344th)
LOS:B
Average Delay(seclveh): 8
Queuing: OK
Protected left turn on S. 21st but pennitted left turn on the side street (S. 344th)
LOS:B
Average Delay(seclveh): 12
Queuing: OK
Without left turn pocket on the East and West approaches:
Permitted left turn on 21st Ave S. but split on side street (S. 344th)
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LOS:B
Average Delay(sec/veh): 14
Queuing: OK
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Average Delay(seclveh): 25
Queuing: OK
Our previous analyses were conducted based on the request from your office regarding
number. oflanes at the intersection of 21st Ave Sand S. 344th St.-Park & Ride Access.
However, the analyses indicate the intersection will perfonn at an acceptable level of
service C or better in 1997 without left turn pockets on S 344th and at the Park & Ride
Access.
The analyses' for the year of opening shows level of service B and C for permitted and
protected left turn movements on 21st Ave S. respectively. The side street (S. 344th &
Park & Ride access) will operate at split phase without left turn pockets.
If there are any questions please contact Ian Pazhouh at 440-4352.
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Memorandum
From: Amir~aieIBob Cavanaugh
MS120
Phone: 440-4353
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Subject: SR 5, tvfP 143.83, CS 1727,
. OL 0826, Federal Way Park & Ride
Lot #2, Traffic Analysis
To:
S. Everettff. Kutrich
MS 135
This memorandum is in response to your request for a revised Traffic Analysis which
reflects current traffic conditions and the latest scope of the subject project.
The City of Federal Way has requested the following infonnation:
. 1) Submittal of a traffic analysis conducted for the development of this project for
City review.
2) Signal warrant analysis for the intersection of 21st Avenue SW and SW 344th
Street.
3) Left turn storage lengths for any signal at 21st Avenue SW and SW 344th Street.
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A site'study conducted by KPFF Consulting Engineers reviewed 16 sites for the location
of a Park & Ride lot in the City of Federal Way. The study recommended that site D' be
the location of the :park & Ride lot. This traffic analysis is for site D' which is located east
of 21st Avenue SW, south ofSW 342nd Street, and north ofSW 344th Street in Federal
Way. It updates the 1992 analysis perfonned by Denise Cieri/Don Vondran.
The Park & Ride Lot will have 629 stalls, and will serve 16 bus routes. The project will
widen 21 st Avenue SW from a four to a five lane section, signalize the intersection of SW
344th Street with 21st Avenue SW, widen the west approach from two to three lanes,
and construct a five lane extension of SW 344th Street to the eastern limit of the Park &
Ride Lot. The 19th Avenue SW alignment was moved 400' east of the site, which
eliminated the construction of 19th Avenue SW from this project. No site access from
19th Avenue SW was assumed in this study. The site will access 21st Avenue SW and
SW 344th Street with a transit driveway and a passenger car driveway on each.
Per the earlier study by KPFF, the Park & Ride Lot is expected to generate 470 PM peak
hour outbound trips and 100 PM peak hour inbound trips. The AM peak is assumed to
reverse these volumes with 100 trips out and 470 in, Also per that study, the following
intersections were identified as being critical in the analysis: '. ':-'. ': ' '\:
. SW 344th Street and 21st Avenue SW,
. SW 342nd Street and 21st Avenue SW,
. SW 336th Street and 21st Avenue SW,
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SW 336th Street and 19th Avenue SW.
Park & Ride Driveway and 21 st Avenue SW.
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Current traffic volumes (9/94 - attached) were obtained by State personnel for the critical
intersections, and a signal warrant count was obtained for the intersection of SW 344th
Street and 21st Avenue SW. Projections of 1995 volumes (attached) were made based on
a 2% per year growth rate per the City of Federal Way, and using the trip distribution
percentages from the KPFF study. Signal 85 software was used to evaluate the Levels of
Service (LOS) of the critical signalized intersections according to the principles of the
1985 Highway Capacity Manual, and RCS software used for the unsignalized
intersections. The LOS are:
Intersection Time
1994 1995 1995
Existing without with signal &
Conditions Park & Ride Park & Ride
AM D. D A*
PM F F A *
AM D D E
PM E E E
AM C C C
PM C C D
AM A A A
PM B B B
P&R Driveway AM na na E
PM M M E
* This LOS is based on a two phase signal with a 40 second cycle length. Three or four
phases including protected left turns would give LOS B. Leaving it unsignalized would be
LOS F.
344th/2lst
~42nd/21st
336th/21st
336th/19th
A future connection between SW 344th Street and Campus Drive is proposed. The
effects of that connection are beyond the scope of this study, except to note that the
connection may effect a redistribution of traffic away from 336th Street SW and may ease
congestion on that street.
Signal Warrant and Queuing:
The speed study at SW 344th Street and 21 st Avenue SW indicated the following
percentile speeds in MPH:
Direction
NB
SB
EB
10th
33.03
34.00
32.60
85th
41.18
40.88
42.13
90th
42.45
42.00
42.75
The attached Signal Warrant Analysis indicated that Warrantt-JI~#V8, ~ I~ iQLar.aJ. .
met. There were four entering at angle accidents which are dQ.rAml ~ lignalizati't'.
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SIGNAL 85 software was used to analyze the proposed signal at the intersection of SW
344th Street and 21 st Avenue SW. Left turn queues are reported as 90th percentile
queues by this software. For 1995 with a two phase signal they are:. ~
Direction AM Queue PM Queue
NB 25' 25'
SB 28' 25'
EB 38' 27'
WB 25' 26'
Not more than two cars are expected to queue in the left turn pockets 90% of the time.
Standard 100' left turn pockets should be more than adequate for the WSDOT
recommended 95th percentile queues.
Accident Analysis:
Accident data from 1991, 1992 ,and 1993 are attached. The most frequent accident types
are driveway related and rearend, indicative of this congested commercial area. No other
pahern was discerned, and no additional measl:lres are proposed in addition to the already
proposed improvements.
Conclusions:
The critical intersections identified for study are not significantly impacted by the
construction of the Park and Ride Lot, except for the positive impact of the signal
construction at SW 344th Street and 21st Avenue SW. The Park and Ride Lot will
produce the benefit of converting the 570 associated SOY trips to HOV transit trips at an
average of35 passengers per each of the assumed 16 buses. The Park and Ride Lot can
be considered a capacity improvement for the benefit of the surrounding transportation
system.
Recommendations:
We recommend the construction of the Park and Ride Lot at site D' and other
improvements as planned.
We recommend that the signal at the improved intersection ofSW 344th Street and 21st
Avenue SW be two phase with provision for the addition of protected left turn phases on
all approaches in the future.
If there are any questions, please contact Bob Cavanaugh at 440-4354.
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Sid Morrison
Secretary of Transportation
District 1
15700 Dayton Avenue North
PO Box 330310
S3attle, WA 98133-9710
(206) 440-4000
January 2, 1996
Deb Barker
Associate Planner
City of Federal Way
33530 1st Way South
Federal Way, W A 98003
Re:
Twin Lakes Park & Ride
Response to Process 3 Comments
Dear Ms. Barker:
The following responses address your October 12, 1995 comments to our Process 3
submittal for the proposed Twin Lakes Park & Ride. The information regarding wetland
issues has already been forwarded to you. Enclosed you will find a revised landscaping
plan and channelization plans reflecting your requested changes. Also enclosed is a copy
of the FONSI that you requested.
Environmental Review
1. Sidewalks - The March 2, 1995, WSDOT response references extension of sidewalks
along 21st Avenue SW to the FredMeyer site. However, the formal site plan
submitted contains no reference of this action. Additionally, in a March 22, 1995
letter, staff requested information about sidewalks on SW 344th Street and connection
to the existing walk to the west on that same street or if there are any sidewalks to be
connected to on SW 342nd Street...
Response: The submitted Channelization Plans show a proposed sidewalk on 21st to the
Fred Meyer site. This proposed sidewalk will connect with the existing sidewalk at the
Fred Meyer location. This proposed sidewalkand the existing sidewalk in front of Fred
Meyer are both shown on plot 2 the "Preliminary Utility Plan" .
Sidewalks west of 21st Avenue SW on either 342nd or 344th will not be constructed for
the following reasons:
. These streets do not front our facility.
. The cost of these improvements would likely cancel this project.
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342nd has very low traffic counts and slow speeds. Atl the properties along this street
have full development to the existing curb. Fences, trees, landscaping, utility poles,
among other things would need to be relocated.
A sidewalk on the north side of344th would require relocation of utility poles,
underground utilities, and a water main. The roadway widening wouldînvolve
constructing new fill embankments. Catch basins and storm sewer pipe would need to
be installed. None of this work would be done in the location of the final roadway
configuration and consequently would all be reconstructed a few years later when the
adjacent church property is developed. There is currently a 8 foot wide unpaved
shoulder that can safely be used by pedestrians.
It may in fact be illegal to spend state transportation dollars on this kind of mitig~tion.
A decision on this is dependent on interpretation of the law and would require the
Attorney General's office assistance.
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2. Storm DrainagelMitigation - The need for payment of a pro-rata share for the
development of the downstream P AN-3 drainage project was identified in staffs
correspondence to the applicant during the NEPA process. However, WSDOT has
not acknowledged the payment obligation. The P AN-3 drainage project is necessary
to mitigate flooding due to insufficient downstream conveyance capacity. In lieu of
payment....
Response: We will be constructing a wet/detention pond on site as part of this project.
This will provide water quality treatment as well as detention. The detention will control
the 2-year and lO-year runoff to pre-developed rates based on the 7-day storm event. We
will be treating and detaining all impervious surface runoff from the park and ride site, SW
344th Street and a portion of 21st Avenue SW. The amount of impervious surface area
that is treated from 21st Avenue SW is greater than the additional impervious surface that
is created from the widening and frontage improvements. Since we are providing
detention and we will not be increasing discharge rates from this site, we will not be
paying into PAN-3, Panther Lake, or upgrading any downstream conveyance.
See Attachment #1; "Storm Drainage Summary"
3. Aquifer Recharge -In a March 21, 1995 letter, staff indicated that aquifer recharge
discussion should be expanded in inelude comments on the permeability of the site
soils and the recharge ability of this area. If the soils are found to be permeable,
facilities which promote recharge should be provided. This discussion has not been
provided.
Response: A soils investigation report was provided with the Process 3 package. The
majority of the site was found to contain significantly low permeable soils at varying
depths. Because of the soil conditions, an aquifer recharge fe!ention design is not
possible. On page 13, it states, "ground water seepage into. .. t.he P. .roposed detkntiO ds
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and swales will probably not be sufficient quantity to alter detention facility designs." It is
anticipated that any aquifer recharge would be minimal due to the low permeability ofthe
site soils. After the treated runoff leaves the ponds through a control structure, the water
enters another depression located behind Fred Meyer before entering the drainage system
on 19th Ave SW. It is believed that a minimal amount of aquifer recharge will occur in
this area during certain times of the year.
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-¡iJ"""'"" within the residential... ,In.
Response: See Attachment #2; "Government Facility in RS Zoning District" ~ ' "I
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FWCC section 22-443(d) contains the three decisional criteria which are used by the
Hearing Examiner during Process II and City Council during Process III review.
The decisional criteria are:
1) "It is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. "
2) "It is consistent with all applicable provisions of the code, including those
adopted by reference from the Comprehensive Plan. "
3) "It is consistent with the public health, safety and welfare. "
Response: See Attachment #3; "Comprehensive Plan"
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6. Envelopes contained incorrect postage
Response: Envelopes enclosed with proper postage.
7. Wetland Setbacks - FWCC section 22-1359(b) states that essential publicfacilities
may be permitted in a setback area from a wetland if the director of community
development services determines:
"...that the improvements must traverse the setback areas because no feasible or
alternative location exists on an analysis. of technology and system efficiency. The
specific location and extent of the intrusion into the setback area must constitute the
minimum necessary encroachment to meet the requirements of the public facility or
utility. "
Response: Information concerning the number of wetlands, impacts, size, and intrusion
into setbacks has already been forwarded to you. The improvements proposed inside the
setback area are necessary because no feasible or alternative location exists. The largest
intrusion into the setback is the construction of SW 344th Street. This frontage
improvement is required and its alignment is dictated by the citi-s approval, existin
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alignment, and the city's desire to construct roads on section lines and quarter section
lines. Construction of this improvement outside of the wetland setback would require
excessive right of way purchase, and would require the horizontal curve in the roadway
alignment in the same location as a vertical sag in the roadway. This would create
undesirable design from an alignment and safety standpoint. Other minor site
improvements that will occur inside the wetland setback have been minimized to the
greatest degree possible. The detention ponds have been located to the north away from
the wetland to the farthest extent possible. The transit exit can not be moved any further
away from the wetland because of city driveway separation requirements and separation
requirements for driveways from intersections.
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8. Landscaping-
1) Landscape islands should be provided at the end of all rows of parking and
around vehicle use areas,... The preliminary landscape plan should be revised to
depict Type IV landscaping west of the "drop and ride" area, and to the north and
south of the handicapped stalls.
Response: This has been changed and is shown on the enclosed landscape plan.
2) Provide schematic details of how the parking lot landscaping meets the
requirements of the FWCC section 22-1567(b)(J). Interior parking lot landscaping
of 13,420 square feet should be shownfor the 610 parking stalls.
Response: See Attachment #4; Landscaping
3) Provide landscaping information about the northern portion of the site. The
landscaping percentages should be revised to reflect this area.
Response: The information provided on the landscaping plan includes the northern
portion of the site. The landscaping percentages reflect this area. The only proposed
landscaping in the area north of the transit road is perimeter tree planting in order to
provide the required buffer and planting around the bark trail. Any earthwork
disturbances due to the construction of the wet ponds, the septic system, or grading for
the bark trail will be hydoseeded and fertilized upon the completion of this construction.
4) Landscape areas must be enclosed by curbing per FWCC section 22-1567(d).
These must be depicted 011 the preliminary landscape plan.
Response: This has been changed on the landscape plan and is enclosed.
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9. Pedestrian Access - Follr access points... Staffwollld support the elimination aftwo
of these access points.
Response: This has been changed and is reflected in the enclosed plans.
10. Garbage Facilities - Provide information about the garbagefacUities plannedfor the
park and ride site, including location, quantity, and maintenance.
Response: Upon final completion, this facility will be turned over to Metro for full
operation and maintenance. All garbage collection will be done by Metro. Metro
anticipates utilizing 4 large 32 gallon trash cans on site and will probably empty these 3
times a week. The number of cans and the frequency of pick up will be revised if needed.
The parking areas and transit road will be cleaned once a week by a street sweeper.
Landscaping maintenance crews will pick up any litter in the landscaped area on a regular
service interval. Any garbage generated prior to the opening of this facility will be the
responsibility of the contractor. Any garbage maintenance questions may be directed to
Gary Grout, Supervisor, Metro South Facilities at 684-2260.
11. Signs - Pursuant to FWCC Article XVIII, canopy, ped£stal, and wall signs are
permitted for government facilities located within an RS zoning district. One sign for
each public entrance providing direct vehicular access is allowed. The total sign
area of monument signs shall not exceed 64 square feet for the total of all faces and
no one face shall exceed 32feet. Maximum height of monument signs is six feet and
maximum height for pedestal signs is J 2 feet. The signs must be set back a minimum
of five feet from the property line. A separate sign permit is required
Response: Final plans will include signing plans and these plans will correspond to the
above criteria.
12. Future Development - The project does not utilize all of the land accumulated by
WSDOT...
Response: Any property that has been purchased or will be purchased by WSDOT that is
not utilized for the project will be surplused after the completion of the project in
accordance with State and Federal regulations. WSDOT does not have any plans for
future development at this site.
13. Federal Way School District, Geri Walker. The Federal Way School District is
concerned with increased traffic at the intersection of SW 336th St. and 21st Ave. Sw.
Parents wouid like all students bused to school to avoid having to cross at this
intersection.
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Response: A letter responding to the school districts concerns was sent to them on
Nov. 15, 1995 and then a meeting occurred on Dec. 4, 1995 to further discuss these
issues. Two mitigation measures are currently being considered; 1) Increase lighting at
intersection of 21st Avenue SW and SW 336th Street as part of project, and 2) Expand
traffic and safety awareness to target Saghalie Junior High School. Other mitigation
measures that are already part of this project include:
. illumination on east side of 21st, between SW 336th St. and SW 344th St. .
. construction of an 8 foot sidewalk on the east side of 21 st along the ftontage of the
P&R up to the existing sidewalk at Fred Meyer
. Construction of a signal with pedestrian crosswalks at the intersection of 21st Avenue
SW and SW 344th St..
In a recent discussion with David Charhon, Transit Planner for METRO (684-1609) it was
determined that the am peak at this facility would end by 7:30am at the latest in order to
get commuters to downtown Seattle by 8:50am. After 7:30am, there will likely be one
bus every half hour at this facility. The students travel to school between 7:30 to 8am and
therefore increases in traffic during the am peak would not coincide with students
traveling to school. This information is also being provided to the school district.
14. Public Works Department - Ron Garrow Comment and responses to modification
requests...
Response: WSDOT requested 6 modifications and the first 5 were granted. The last
request was to provide paved at-grade approaches for the driveways with curb ramps and
crosswalk striping. This was granted for the transit entrances and exits but not granted for
the parking lot driveways. Therefore, this has been changes and is shown on the enclosed
plans.
15. Traffic - General We concur with the recommendations to install a signal at SW
344th St.l21st Ave. SWwith two-phase operation and provision for future addition of
protected left-turn phases on all approaches. The signal controller shall be NEMA
type with communication provisions with -the City's existing Econolite Zone Monitor
IV system. The signal design shall follow Federal Way's standards and shall be
approved by the City's Traffic Division. In addition. street lighting shall be provided
at the project's frontage on 21st Ave. SW and SW 344th Street per Federal Way
standards. Plans shall also be approved by the Traffic Division.
Response: All of these requests have been met and are shown in the Signal Design Plan
Sheets for the final plans package. Street lighting has also been provided per the above
request.
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16. Signing/Striping Plans - We concur with.. However. the two-way arrow stripes
should be provided only at 500-foot spacing. In addition, pedestrian warning signs
should be provided at all driveway crosswalks. since the area will be heavily utilized
by pedestrians using the P&Rfacility and school children from Saghalie Jr. High.
The solid hatch strips...
ReSDonse: Arrows have been changed to 500-foot spacing and pedestrian warning signs
will be provided at all driveway crosswalks. All changes have been made on SW 344th
Street. The channelization plans have been reviewed and approved, with some minor
clarifications called for, by your traffic engineer Hazem El-Assar.
If you require any additional information or have any questions, please call Don Sims of
my staff at 440-4598.
Sincerely,
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Susan Everett, P .E.
Project Engineer
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Government Facility in RS Zoning District
"Government Facility may be permitted only if locating this use in the immediate area of the
subject property is necessary to permit effective service to the area to be served"
In May of 1992 WSDOT completed a Final Siting Study for a new proposed Federal Way Park
& Ride. The recommendations of the report were to locate the Park & Ride in the proposed
location at the comer of 21st Avenue SW and SW 344th St.
On page 1 of this study. the executive summary states, "Throughout the study, two sites
(designated as Sites D and D') stood apart from the others. These sites were preferred by the
City of Federal Way, as it was perceived they would intercept local traffic before it reached
the City's congested east - west corridors. Metro preferred this area because it does not
compete with.other Park & Ride facilities and can be served through the extension of existing
bus rolltes rather than be requiring new bus routes. This area received the greatest support at
the public open house in which residents stated their preference for a site near their homes. "
Note that sites D & D' are at the same location with only a minor shift in property lines.
Also. in a March 10. 1992 letter from the mayor of the City of Federal Way to WSDOT. "The
City is pleased to see there are several advantageous park-and-ride locations available. We
are especially interested in Site D, as it intercepts commuters before driving our congested
streets and could provide a link with Pierce Transit. "
In summary. this government facility should be located in the proposed RS zoning district in
order to effectively service the area for 4 reasons:
1. The patrons that will use the Park & Ride live in areas surrounding this location.
2. It will intercept commuters before driving on the congested city streets.
3. This location does not compete with other Park & Ride locations.
4. This location could provide a link with Pierce Transit and thereby improve transit service
to the Tacoma area.
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City of Federal Way
City Council
Land Use/Transportation Committee
January 13, 1997
5: 30pm
City Hall
Council Chambers
SUMMARY
In attendance: Committee members Phil Watkins, chair, and Mary Gates; Councilmember Hope Elder; Director of Community
Development Services Greg Moore; Public Works Director Cary Roe; Assistant City Attorney Bonnie Lindstrom; Principal Planner
Greg Fewins; Senior Development Engineer Gary Barnett; Street Systems Engineer Ken Miller; Surface Water Manager Jeff Pratt;
Traffic Engineer Rick Perez; Associate Planner Deb Barker; Administrative Assistant Sandy Lyle.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm.
2.
APPROV AL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the December 16, 1996, meeting were approved as submitted.
3.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment on items other than those included in the agenda.
4.
BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Twin Lakes Park and Ride - The Hearing Examiner has recommended approval of the Twin Lakes Park and Ride subject to
conditions which include increased lighting, security and landscaping. The discussion that followed was facilitated by Paula
Hatley, METRO Sounding Board, and Susan Everett, WSDOT. The total cost of this project is $7 million. METRO has
committed to $1 million of that amount. The Committee m/s/c recommendation of Option #2 of the Park and Ride project
(with improved structures and restrooms) to the full Council.
B. Metro ACCESS - One of the recommendations of the METRO Sounding Board was to reduce Dial-A-Ride transit (DAR'I) in
favor of enhanced ACCESS options and improved transit service within the City of Federal Way boundaries. Park
Woodworth of King County METRO said that costs of the ACCESS program were anticipated to double with future demand.
This would result in reduced ACCESS service unless new revenue sources are found. ACCESS operates three-quarters of a
mile on either side of regular bus routes and denies ACCESS service to those who are able to use regular transit. School
transportation is not provided because METRO is uncomfortable taking responsibility for the care of disabled children. ADA
qualified passengers may be accompanied by another person.
C. Soundin~ Board Recommendations - Final Report - The METRO Sounding Board, comprised of interested Federal Way
citizens, has formulated three alternative final recommendations for the future of transit within the boundaries of the City of
Federal Way. The first makes local travel in Federal Way easier to use by implementing a grid system and by providing
transfers. This option discontinues the DART system, necessitating that some passengers qualify for ACCESS. There are
new connections with Kent and Auburn via the Twin Lakes Park and Ride. The second option serves neighborhoods and
students which have not previously had transit. Peak service is increased but weekend service is lost. Option three improves
DART by putting smaller buses into new neighborhoods and expands service to Twin Lakes, allowing transfers at a transit
center. Of the three plans, this option appears most like service as it currently exists. The Sounding Board supports a transit
center in the downtown area. The most frequent citizen request is to be able to purchase passes for Federal Way transit locally
and not just through the mail.
D. South 32Oth & SR 99 Renamini - At a previous City Council meeting, staff was directed to investigate the process for
renaming portions of South 32Oth Street and Pacific Highway South. Through discussions with the WSDOT, Municipal
Research Center, and various cities in the Puget Sound area, it was determined that there is no legal procedure that must be
followed by a city when renaming City streets, except that the change must be established by ordinance or resolution. The
Committee directed that a move forward is critical now because of an upcoming area code change. Both changes could be
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Comprehensive Plan
The Federal Way Park & Ride Lot #2 (Twin Lakes Park & Ride) is consistent with; 1) The
Comprehensive Plan, 2) All applicable provisions of the code, including those adopted by
reference from the Comprehensive Plan, and 3) The public health, safety and welfare,
because it improves circulation within the city and provides addition alternatives for
commuters that travel both within the city or commute to neighboring city's such as Seattle.
The "Circulation Element" is one of the three major elements of the comprehensive plan.
Recent forecasts show rapid growth in the city of Federal Way that will result in a
significant increase in traffic volumes and congestion. East-West arterials west ofI-5 will
experience the largest demands. The role of alternative modes of transportation is very
important in addressing the congestion issue. Building new roads or improving existing
streets is one part of the equation. Both of these items are being done as part of this
project. But, more importantly, improving reliable and convenient public transportation'
systems will help reduce, or at least maintain, existing levels of congestion.
This facility will intercept hundreds of commuters that live west of 21 st Avenue SW every
day before they travel on the congested arterials such as South 320th Street and SW 336th
Street. This will improve circulation within the city.
On pages 29 and 30 of the Compo Plan, 14 separate issues are discussed. Every one of
these issues is met in one form or another by this project. In particular, #9 states, "Transit
and carpooling should be encouraged in Federal Way. Additional local bus service should
be provided by METRO between communities in Federal Way and between neighboring
cities." The construction of this park & ride will directly support this issue by enabling
Metro to provide more frequent, convenient, and reliable transit service.
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made on company letterhead at the same time. Ideas for assistance getting out information included the Federal Way
Chamber, the Federal Way News, and a dedicated phone line. The Committee mls/c the request to the City Council for
direction and a plan of action.
E. Till Grant Application Approval for Street ln1provement PrQjects - When projects become eligible for funding the City
becomes responsible for matching money. The higher the match, the more likely it is the City will be awarded a grant. The
Till street and pedestrian grant applications recommended for funding in each category are 23rd Avenue South improvements
(SeaTac Mall "ring" road); South 32Oth & SR99 intersection; South 336th street improvements; 23rd Avenue South
improvements; 21st Avenue SW at SW 334th pedestrian signal; South 312th Street Dash Point Road to 14th Avenue SW
pedestrian walkway. The Committee m/s/c recommendation that Council approve the projects at the January 21, 1997,
Council meeting.
F. Surface Water System Rtq;>Ort - December rainfall totals were double the normal expected amount. Staff was happy to report
that storm water storage facilities, new or redeveloped in the last year, worked very well. Those projects highlighted were the
336th and Kitts Regional Stormwater Detention Facility and the projects on First Way at 352nd and 317th Streets. The past
problematic areas continued in 1996 to be problems. Those included Joe's Creek, Lakota Creek, Fisher's Bog/Mirror Lake,
Bellacarino Woods, Grouse Point, and SW 34Oth Street.
5.
OTHER ITEMS
There were no other items to discuss.
6. FUTURE MEETINGS/AGENDAS
The next meeting date in February will be determined when potential agenda items are identified. The Committee noted that
President's Day Holiday is on February 17, 1997.
7.
ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 8: lOpm.
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1/30/97
ParkLane Executive Center
3i620-23rd Avenue South #320
Mr. Phil Watkins, Chairman
land Use & Transportation Committee
City of Federal Way
33530 1 st Way So.
Federal Way, WA 98003
Federal Way, Washington 98003
Telephone: (206) 946-3652
Fax: (206) 946-3580
Re: Heritage Woods DIV.I- Rezone and Final Plat
Approval Ordinance
Dear Mr. Watkins and Committee Members:
City Staff is preparing their report for Final plat approval and recording of DIV. I
of our Heritage Woods Single Family Subdivision, located on Military Road at S.
282nd.
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Heritage Woods will contain 111 single family lots. The Plat received
preliminary approval in October, 1992. We have obtained Plan Approval to develop all
111 lots, but for market and financial reasons phased the development of the plat.
Division One contains 45 single family lots, the 4.1 acre Tract A being dedicated and
developed as a City Park, and three additional open space Tracts 8, C and D for
pedestrian access, open space, and sensitive areas. We have also developed Tract E
which contains all of the required storm detention facilities for the entire plat. Division
One also includes two Tracts H. and J. which contains 7 preliminary approved lots,
which we developed, but due to their steepness, have made the subject of a new
Grading Permit application. These lots, when approved for more conventional
construction on structural fill, will be part of Division Two.
Division Two will contain 66 single family lots and must be developed and
recorded before the expiration of the preliminary plat in October/97.
We obtained a commitment from Schneider Homes Inc. to purchase the lots in
DIV. Ion the condition that we have DIV. I recorded by February 15, 1997. Schneider
Homes Inc., is a well established, respected builder/developer who developed and built
the beautiful homes in View Point at Redondo. Schneider Homes would also develop
and build-out the 66 lots within Division Two.
We have been working very closely with City staff to satisfy all conditions for
final plat approval and recording of DIV. I by February 15, 1997. We have been
advised by City staff that your next meeting is February 10th, at which time you will
review and discuss the staff report, and make your recommendations to the Full
Council. EXHIBIT G
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to fulfill our customers.
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I understand that the next meeting of the full Council is Feb. 18/97. In order to
assist us in meeting our commitment with Schneider Homes, Inc., I respectfully request
that your committee present its report to the Council February 18th and recommend
that the Council suspend the Rules to permit the Ordinance to be heard in one Hearing
and that the effective date of the Ordinance be five, rather than thirty days. This would
allow DIV. I to be recorded on or about Feb. 24/97.
I will be in attendance at your February 10th meeting and would appreciate the
opportunity to discuss the importance of my request with all members of your
committee.
Sincerely,
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David Morrison
cc:
Greg Moore
Jim Harris
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