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Exhibit D SEPA Checklist4,..,A,RESUBMITTEDDepartment of Community Development CITY OF 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way OCT 22 2019 253-833-835- 5- 2607; Fedel607;yFaxax 98003-6325 253-835-2609 www.citvoffederalway.com CITY OF FEDERAL WAY X)MMUN1TY DEVELOPMENT SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Purpose of Checklist Governmental agencies use this checklist.to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant.This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance,minimization or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal. Instructions for Applicants This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal.Please answer each question accurately and carefully,to the best of your knowledge.You may need to consult with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use "not applicable"or "does not apply"only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports.Complete and accurate answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision-making process. The checklist questions apply to all parts ofyour proposal,even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of land.Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects.The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact. Instructions for Lead Agencies Please adjust the format of this template as needed.Additional information may be necessary to evaluate the existing environment,all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts.The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an adequate threshold determination.Once a threshold determination is made,the lead agency is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents. Use of Checklistfor Nonproject Proposals For nonproject proposals(such as ordinances,regulations,plans and programs),complete the applicable parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS(part D).Please completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words"project,""applicant,"and"property or site"should be read as"proposal,""proponent,"and"affected geographic area,"respectively.The lead agency may exclude(for non-projects)questions in Part B-Environmental Elements—that do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal. ri IT D PAGE.____.OF.,..___o Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 1 of 15 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Department of Community Development CITY of 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.citvoffederalway.com A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project,if applicable: Christ's Church, Ministry Center 2. Name of applicant: The Keimig Associates 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Alan Keimig, 307 D Street SE, Auburn, WA 98002, 253-939-3232 4. Date checklist prepared: November 29, 2018. REVISED September 4, 2019 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Federal Way 6. Proposed timing or schedule(including phasing,if applicable): Single Phase Constrcution, to start in Summer of 2019. 7. Do you have any plans for future additions,expansion,or further activity related to or connected with this proposal?If yes,explain. No further future plans for additions or expansion. 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared,or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. None known. 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal?If yes,explain. No. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal,if known. Process IV Land Use Application Community Design Guidelines Tree&Vegetation Retention/Replacement Plan Site Development Permit Program Rule Authorization or State Discharge Permit from WA DOE (required for Underground Injection Control) Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 2 of 15 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Department of Community Development 33325 86 Avenue South CITY OF Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.citvoffederalway.com 11. Give brief,complete description of your proposal,including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site.There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal.You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) Construct a two-story(32,640 SF),fully conditioned,Type VA fully sprinkled,multi-purpose Church facility to include classrooms and offices.Construction will include full site development, landscaping,utilities,and fire line. 12. Location of the proposal.Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address,if any,and section,township,and range,if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area,provide the range or boundaries of the site(s).Provide a legal description,site plan,vicinity map,and topographic map,if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency,you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. 941 South Dash Point Road, Federal Way, WA 98003. QSTR: SE-5-21-4 B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. Earth a. General description of the site: circle one): Flat,rollin: hilly steep slopes,mountainous,other b. What is the steepest slope on the site(approximate percent slope)? 50% c. What general types of soils are found on the site(for example,clay, sand,gravel,peat,muck)?If you know the classification of agricultural soils,specify them and note any agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. Soil type, as mapped by USDA, is Arents Alderwood material type AmC for the entire site. Arents-Alderwood materials are Alderwood soils that have been substantially disturbed by urban development, but still have many features of Alderwood soils. d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity?If so,describe. None known. e. Describe the purpose,type,total area,and approximate quantities and total affected area of any filling,excavation,and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. Grading and filling will occur under the porposed building. Grading will also occur for for an above ground stormwater pond. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing,construction,or use?If so,generally describe. With any clearing and grading actions there is always the potential for erosion. The implementation of applicable erosion control BMPs will limit the potential for erosion. Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 3 of 15 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist 4111k Department of Community Development 33325 8ch Avenue South CITY OF Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction for example,asphalt or buildings)? Approximately 65.3% of the site will be impervious. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion,or other impacts to the earth,if any: A Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control Plan per City of Federal Way standards will be in-place until on-site construction operations have concluded and the site is fully stabilized. A current copy of the Construction SWPPP will be on-site at all times.2. Air a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction,operation, and maintenance when the project is completed?If any,generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. Normal amounts of emissions will result from the operations of equipment during construction Best management practices will be continually employed to minimize dust and emissions. Construction activity and equipment operation will be required to comply with applicable air quality standards. No increase air emissions will result from the completed project. b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal?If so,generally describe. No. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: Vigilance and continual monitoring and employment of Best Management Practices will be employed to control emissions and impacts to the air. 3. Water a. Surface Water: 1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site(including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater,lakes,ponds,wetlands)?If yes,describe type and provide names. If appropriate,state what stream or river it flows into. No. 2)Will the project require any work over,in,or adjacent to(within 200 feet)the described waters?If yes,please describe and attach available plans. No. 3)Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected.Indicate the source of fill material. No fill or dredge materials are proposed to be placed or removed from any identified surface water or wetland. 4)Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions?Give general description,purpose, and approximate quantities if known. No water will be withdrawn. Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 4 of 15 k:\Flandouts\Environmental Checklist 411 Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South CITY OF Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain?If so,note location on the site plan. The proposal does not lie within a 100-year floodplain. 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters?If so,describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. There will be no discharges of waste materials to surface waters. b. Ground Water: 1) Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes?If so,give a general description of the well,proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the well. Will water be discharged to groundwater?Give general description,purpose,and approximate quantities if known. No ground water will be withdrawn. We are currently evaluating the potential of an injection well to infiltrate clean stormwater runoff. 2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any(for example: domestic sewage;industrial,containing the following chemicals. . . ;agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system,the number of such systems,the number of houses to be served(if applicable),or the number of animals or humans the system(s)are expected to serve. The project does not create any waste materials other than what is discharged directly into the sanitary sewer system. c. Water runoff(including stormwater): 1) Describe the source of runoff(including storm water)and method of collection and disposal,if any include quantities,if known). Where will this water flow?Will this water flow into other waters?If so,describe. Stormwater runoff from all proposed hard surfaces(roofs and pavements)will be collected and tightlined to an underground detention system to reduce the peak flows from the project site.Prior to discharge,stormwater will be treated to meet current federal way water quality standards. After treatment stormwater will be either conveyed to the municipal drainage system or infiltrated into the substrate soils. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters?If so,generally describe. With the correct BMPs in place,there is minimal potential for waste from equipment storage and use,eroding soil,or other wastes generated during construction activities to enter either ground or surface waters.However,common pollutants from parked vehicles may collect on impervious surfaces and be washed into the storm drainage system.Common pesticides and nutrients from landscaping areas may also enter the storm drainage system,but these will be treated with the proposed on-site treatment systems. 3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site?If so,describe. No. d.Proposed measures to reduce or control surface,ground,and runoff water,and drainage pattern impacts,if any: All required storm water will be collected to provide for a clean approved release. Stormwater quality mitigation efforts will include the use of sand filters or other approved BMPs. Quantity control will be provided by either a detention pond or underground injection control. Temporary BMP's during construction may include silt fences and other BMP's may be employed. Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 5 of 15 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Department of Community Development v- 4..,,,S.,......, CITY OF 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com 4. Plants a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: Vdeciduous tree: alder,maple,aspen,other evergreen tree: fir,cedar,pine,other shrubs grass pasture crop or grain Orchards,vineyards or other permanent crops. wet soil plants:cattail,buttercup,bullrush,skunk cabbage,other water plants: water lily,eelgrass,milfoil,other other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? The site will be landscaped as required to meet regulations using native plant materials to the greatest extent possible. c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known d. Proposed landscaping,use of native plants,or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site,if any: The site will be appropriately landscaped with native materials to the greatest extent possible and per requested regulations.A good majority of the existing vegetation will be left in its natural state. New landscaping throughout the project will be drought tolerant landscaping. e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. Observed invasives: Himalayan blackberry(Rubus armeniacus), English ivy(Hedera helix), English holly(Ilex aquifolium), and English laurel(Prunus laurocerasus). 5. Animals a. List any birds and other animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. Examples include: birds El Eleasongbirds, 'they: mammals: deer,bear,elk,beaver,other: fish:bass,salmon,trout,herring,shellfish,other: b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 6 of 15 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist i S Department of Community Development CITY OF 33325 8`h Avenue South Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com C. Is the site part of a migration route?If so,explain. No d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife,if any: The native plans selected for landscaping the site will provide enhanced habitats and provide opportunities for shelter and forging. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. Rats. 6. Energy and Natural Resources a. What kinds of energy(electric,natural gas,oil,wood stove,solar)will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs?Describe whether it will be used for heating,manufacturing,etc. The project will use electrical energy for office equipment, lighting and convenience outlets and power. Natural gas will be used for water heating and space heating for all areas. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties?If so,generally describe. No. c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal?List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: The facilities are designed to meet the Washington State Energy Code. Fixtures used will be selected for their conservation capabilities. 7. Environmental Health a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals,risk of fire and explosion,spill,or hazardous waste,that could occur as a result of this proposal?If so,describe. No 1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. None known 2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity. None known 3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the project's development or construction,or at any time during the operating life of the project. No toxic or hazrdous chemicals are to be used during construction. Storage of toxic or hazardous chemicals are minimal and are used only for maintenance and cleaning. Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 7 of 15 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist 4111116,Department of Community Development CITY OF 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com 4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. The emergency services required will be those normal throughout the community needed for response of police,fire, and EMT 5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards,if any: The building is fully alarmed, sprinkled, and equipped with devices to monitor and report hazards that might occur. The operations policies will prepare for any event allowing a quick response as the needs arise. b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project(for example:traffic, equipment,operation,other)? Traffic will create normal transportation noise but not be a significant impact to the function of the facility. 2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short- term or a long-term basis(for example:traffic,construction,operation,other)?Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. Temporary increase in noise from construction equipment will raise noise levels during construction. The completed project will not affect noise levels, since traffic volumes will not be increased as a result of this project. There will not be a long-term increase in noise resulting from this project beyond the normal urban business activity in core area. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts,if any: Other than the required perimeter landcaping being provided, no noise reductions are being considered. 8. Land and Shoreline Use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?Will the proposal affect current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties?If so,describe. The current use of the site is Church and Religious Services. The proposal will not affect current land uses as the use will not be changing. b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands?If so, describe.How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses as a result of the proposal, if any?If resource lands have not been designated,how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or nonforest use? No. 1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations,such as oversize equipment access,the application of pesticides,tilling,and harvesting?If so,how: No. Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 8 of 15 k:\1-Iandouts\Environmental Checklist Department of Community Development CITY OF 33325 8`h Avenue South Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com c. Describe any structures on the site. There is a 16,222 SF Worship structure, a 9,670 SF Ministry building, a 7,806 SF two story Children's ministry building, and two modular buildings, 1,084 SF and 1,792 SF. d. Will any structures be demolished?If so,what? Yes,the 7,806 SF building will be demolished. The two smaller modular buildings will be removed from the site. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? The current zone is RS9.6 f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Single Family, High Density g. If applicable,what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? None. h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county?If so, specify. No. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? 20 people approximately. j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? None. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts,if any: None needed. 1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: Architecturally, the building will comply with the City's Community Design Guidelines. Functionally, the Church will continue to provide a much needed use to the surrounding high density residences. The Church will continue its partneship with the School District to ensure fire and life safety measurements are met for both parties. m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: None needed. 9. Housing a. Approximately how many units would be provided,if any?Indicate whether high,middle,or low- income housing. No housing units are required nor provided. Bulletin 050—October 17,2016 Page 9 of 15 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South CITY OF Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com b. Approximately how many units,if any,would be eliminated?Indicate whether high-,middle-,or low-income housing. No units will be eliminated c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: None will be required. 10. Aesthetics a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s),not including antennas;what is the principal exterior building material(s)proposed? 32'-0" is the tallest height of any portion of the proposed structure. Fiberglass reinforced concrete panels, structural CMU and CMU veneer are the proposed exterior building finishes to match the existing building. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? No views would be altered or obstructeted by the project. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: Building modulation as required by the Community Design Guidelines and strategically designed landscaping will help to regulate any impacts from the proposal to the neighboring properties. 11. Light and Glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce?What time of day would it mainly occur? LED wallpaks will be used for property security after dusk until dawn. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? No. c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? None known. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts,if any: LED wallpaks will be sheilded and photocell controlled so that unnecessary lighting will not occur. A site plan with foot-candle design will be submitted to the City for review. 12. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? Marine Hills Pool is to the west, Sacajawea Parks are to the east, and many shopping opportunities along Pacific Highway to the east. Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 10 of 15 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Department of Community Development 33325 8th Avenue South QTY of Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.com b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses?If so,describe. No. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: None are required. 13. Historic and Cultural Preservation a. Are there any buildings,structures,or sites,located on or near the site that are over 45 years old listed in or eligible for listing in national,state,or local preservation registers?If so,specifically describe. No. b. Are there any landmarks, features,or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation?This may include human burials or old cemeteries.Are there any material evidence,artifacts,or areas of cultural importance on or near the site?Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to identify such resources. No. c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of archeology and historic preservation,archaeological surveys,historic maps, GIS data,etc. None required. d. Proposed measures to avoid,minimize,or compensate for loss,changes to,and disturbance to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. None required. 14. Transportation a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. The site is accessed to the south directly from South Dash Point Road. b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit?If so,generally describe. If not,what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? The site is not directly served by public transit. However, there are bus stops along Pacific Highway near the Dash Point intersection. Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 11 of 15 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Department of Community Development CITY OF 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.citvoffederalway.com c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate? There will be no additional spaces. 30 spaces will be eliminated. d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads,streets,pedestrian,bicycle or state transportation facilities,not including driveways?If so,generally describe(indicate whether public or private). A Traffic Impact Analysis by Heath &Associates indicate that a left turn is warranted at the mid entrance, Sacajawea Middle School. e. Will the project or proposal use(or occur in the immediate vicinity of)water,rail, or air transportation? If so,generally describe. No. f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal?If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks(such as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles).What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? Sunday Peak Hour trips are approximately 104 (50 inbound/54 outbound)are estimated using modified ITE rates. See Section 4.1 of the Traffic Impact Analysis report. g. Will the proposal interfere with,affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area?If so,generally describe. No. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts,if any: There are three vehicles that are used for the transportation of Church Members who are limitted in trasnsportation. There are two 15 passenger vans and one shuttle. 15. Public Services a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services(for example:fire protection,police protection,public transit,health care,schools,other)?If so,generally describe. No additonal need for an increase for public services. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services,if any. Sprinkler fire supression will be designed throughout, a monitored fire alarm, and security cameras will be installed as part of the project. 16. Utilities a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity natural gas 11:: = telephone =septic system, other Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 12 of 15 k:\I-Iandouts\Environmental Checklist Department of Community Development CITY OF 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way,WA 98003-6325 Federal Way 253-835-2607;Fax 253-835-2609 www.cityoffederalway.corn b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project,the utility providing the service,and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be needed. Electricity-PSE Sanitary Sewer- Lakehaven UD Natural Gas-PSE Storm Sewer-City of Federal Way Water-Lakehaven UD Telephone-Centurylink Refuge/Recy-Waste Management Cable-Comcast C. SIGNATURE The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision. Signature: Name of Signee: Alan C. Keimig Position and Agency/Organization: Architect, The Keimig Assoicates Date Submitted: Bulletin#050—October 17,2016 Page 13 of 15 k:\l-landouts\Environmental Checklist