21-104309-Pre-Application Meeting Summary-10-14-2021-V1COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003-6325
253-835-7000
www.cityoffederalway.com
Jim Ferrell, Mayor
December 7, 2020
Ms. Jamie Trenda
Magellan Architects
8383 158th Avenue NE, #280
Redmond, WA 98052
jamie@magellanarchitects.com
Re: File #20-103926-PC, PREAPPLICATION CONFERENCE SUMMARY
Midway Samoan Assembly of God Church, 29276 Military Road South, Federal Way
Dear Ms. Trenda:
Thank you for participating in the preapplication conference with the City of Federal Way’s Development
Review Committee (DRC) held November 12, 2020. We hope that the information discussed at that meeting
was helpful in understanding the general requirements for your project as submitted.
This letter summarizes comments given to you at the meeting by the members of the DRC. The members
who reviewed your project and provided comments include staff from the city’s Planning and Building
Divisions, Public Works Department, and representatives from Lakehaven Water and Sewer District and
South King Fire and Rescue. Some sections of the Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) and relevant information
handouts are enclosed with this letter. Please be advised, this letter does not represent all applicable codes. In
preparing your formal application, please refer to the complete FWRC and other relevant codes for all
additional requirements that may apply to your project.
I, Stacey Welsh, am the key contact for your project. You may contact me at 253-835-2634, or
stacey.welsh@cityoffederalway.com. For specific technical questions about your project, please contact the
appropriate DRC representative as listed below. Otherwise, any general questions about the preapplication
and permitting process can be referred to your key contact.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The proposal is to construct a new church building including sanctuary and associated office and classrooms
on two parcels totaling approximately 2.5-acres with associated site improvements.
MAJOR ISSUES
Outlined below is a summary of the major issues of your project based on the plans and information
submitted for preapplication review. These issues can change due to modifications and revisions in the plans.
The major issues section is only provided as a means to highlight critical requirements or issues. Please be
sure to read the comments made by all departments in the following sections of this letter.
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• Planning Division
1. The project requires a Process IV land use application with SEPA.
2. The submitted site plan shows a sanitary sewer line improvement in the stream buffer, which is not
permitted (FWRC 19.145.270).
• Public Works Development Services Division
1. A Surface and Stormwater Utility System Development Charge may be required. System
development charges (SDCs) are one-time fees that will be paid at the time of development and are
intended to recover a share of the cost of system capacity needed to serve growth.
2. The FWRC requires that storage areas for garbage, recycling, and compostables receptacles for
managing solid waste materials generated on site shall be required to be incorporated into the designs
for multifamily, commercial, and institutional buildings.
3. A separate soils report is required to prove the feasibility of the proposed infiltration trench and
pervious HMA parking area.
4. Refer to Sections 1.2.2.1, “Downstream Analysis” and 3.3.7, “Onsite Closed Depressions and
Ponding Areas,” of the King County Surface Water Design Manual (KCSWDM) for general requirements
regarding stormwater control measures in the presence of onsite wetlands. Please be aware that
KCSWDM 3.3 requires a minor flood plain analysis for the closed depression.
• Public Works Traffic Division
1. Transportation Concurrency Management (FWRC 19.90) – A transportation concurrency permit
with the application fee of $1,721.00 is required for the proposed project.
2. Traffic Impact Fees (FWRC 19.91) – Traffic impact fees, estimated at $26,041.19 for this project,
are required.
3. Frontage Improvements (FWRC 19.135.040) – Construct street frontage improvements and
dedicate right-of-way along the property frontage on Military Road South.
4. Access Management (FWRC 19.135.260) – The development shall meet access management
standards.
5. Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) – A TIA prepared by a licensed engineer in Washington is
required to assess other significant project impacts and determine traffic and safety mitigation
measures not identified in the concurrency analysis. The TIA shall also include trip generation to
determine the number of trips generated by the development.
6. Intersection Sight Distance – Submit intersection sight distance analysis consistent with the
AASHTO standard.
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• Lakehaven Water & Sewer
• A separate Lakehaven Sewer Service Connection Permit is required for each new connection to the
sanitary sewer system, in accordance with standards defined in Lakehaven’s current “Fees and Charges
Resolution.” Its presumed connection will be required to be to an existing sewer main along the west
side of Military Road South, to avoid wetland/buffer area intrusion(s).
• South King Fire & Rescue
• An Auto Turn diagram may be required to ensure fire apparatus can maneuver in the proposed parking
area for access to the building and hose reach requirements.
DEPARTMENT COMMENTS
Outlined below are the comments made by the representatives of each department present at the preapplication
conference. Each section should be read thoroughly. If you have questions, please contact the representative
listed for that section.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – PLANNING DIVISION
Stacey Welsh, 253-835-2634, stacey.welsh@cityoffederalway.com
1. Zoning Designation and Use – The subject property is designated Multifamily Residential (RM3600). The
proposed use of a church is a permitted use in the RM zone subject to regulations set forth in FWRC
19.205.100. FWRC 19.05.030 defines “church” as, “. . .an establishment, the principal purpose of which
is religious worship and for which the principal building or other structure contains the sanctuary or
principal place of worship, and which establishment may include related accessory uses.”
2. State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) – Pursuant to FWRC 14.15.030(1), the project is subject to
environmental review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), as the proposal exceeds the
flexible thresholds (proposed building over 12,000 square feet and more than 40 parking spaces). An
environmental threshold determination made by the Director of Community Development must be
issued, and the associated appeal period concluded, prior to issuance of a land use decision. Public
notice will be required as established in FWRC Title 14.
3. Land Use Application – The project requires Use Process IV, which is a review process conducted by city
staff with a final decision issued by the Hearing Examiner following a public hearing. The Process IV
decision criteria are contained in FWRC 19.70.150(3).
4. Land Use Review Timeframes – The Planning Division will notify the applicant of the application status
within 28 days of submittal. If the application is determined complete, staff will issue a Letter of
Complete Application. The FWRC limits the administrative review to 120 days from the date of a
complete application. The 120-day review period will stop any time the applicant has been requested by
the city to correct plans, perform required studies, or provide additional information needed to issue a
decision. The review period will begin within 14 days following submittal of requested items. Please be
advised that any request for corrections and/or additional information must be provided within 180 days
of written notification, or the land use application will expire.
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5. Public Notice – Process IV applications require a public notice and comment period. Within 14 days of
issuing the Letter of Complete Application, a Notice of Application will be published in the Federal Way
Mirror, posted on the subject property, posted on the city website, and mailed to property owners within
300 feet of the subject property. Notice of the public hearing will occur in the same manner, with the
exception of the site posting.
6. Land Use Application Submittal Requirements – Please refer to the enclosed Bulletin #001, “Submittal
Requirements for Use Process III or IV,” to determine what materials must be submitted with the land
use application.
7. Effect of Use Process Decision – In accordance with FWRC 19.15.100(2), “Lapse of Approval - Generally,”
the applicant must substantially complete construction for the development activity, use of land, or other
actions approved; and complete the applicable conditions listed in the Use Process decision within five
years after the final decision of the city on the matter, or the decision becomes void. Provisions for
extension of time are contained within FWRC 19.15.110, “Lapse of Approval – Time Extension.”
8. Key Development Regulations – The use zone chart of FWRC 19.205.100 (enclosed) provides regulations for
the proposed use. The applicant should consult the referenced use zone chart prior to submitting a
Master Land Use Application to verify all site components and proposed uses will comply with city code.
The following is only a portion of the zoning regulations governing the proposed use in the RM zone:
Church (FWRC 19.205.100)
Required Yards, Lot Coverage, Building Height, Parking – Required yards, lot coverage, building height, and
parking are:
i. Front/Side/Rear Setback – 30'/30'/30'.
ii. Maximum Lot Coverage – 75%.
iii. Maximum Building Height – 30 AABE; also see special regulations and notes #4-7 from the use
zone chart:
4. Architectural extensions of flat rooflines such as parapets and articulated cornices may
exceed the 30-ft. base height limit by three ft.
5. Maximum height of any portion of the principal structure may be increased from 30 ft. to
40 ft., if all of the following are met:
a. The additional height is necessary to accommodate the particular use conducted in the
building; and
b. Each required yard abutting the structure is increased one ft. for each one ft. the
structure exceeds 30 ft. above average building elevation; and
c. An increase in height shall not block views designated by the comprehensive plan.
6. Maximum height of the sanctuary or principal worship area may be increased to 55 ft., if
all of the following criteria are met:
a. Each required yard abutting the structure is increased one ft. for each one ft. the
structure exceeds 30 ft. above average building elevation.
b. An increase in height shall not block views designated by the comprehensive plan.
7. Religious symbols and icons for churches and other religious institutions may exceed the
highest point of the underlying roof on which it is mounted by an additional 15 ft.; provided,
that such symbol is a minor architectural accent and only one such symbol is permitted on
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the principal structure for this use, and that the maximum height of the structure or icon
does not exceed 55 ft. above average building elevation.
iv. Parking – One space for each five seats. Per special regulation and note #8 from the use zone
chart, parking may be located within required yards, but not closer than 15 ft. to side and rear
property lines.
9. Landscaping – The land use application must include a preliminary landscape plan, prepared by a licensed
landscape architect, in accordance with the landscape requirements contained in FWRC Chapter 19.125,
“Outdoors, Yards, and Landscaping.” Following are the key landscape requirements for the project:
(a) Perimeter Landscape Buffers – Type III perimeter landscape buffers a minimum of 20 feet in width is
required along all public rights-of-way and ingress/egress easements, and Type III landscaping 10 feet
in width shall be provided along all other perimeter lot lines per FWRC 19.125.060(3). Landscaping
types are described in FWRC 19.125.050. The submitted site plan does not depict an adequate amount
of front yard landscaping.
(b) Interior Parking Lot Landscaping – Per FWRC 19.125.070, Type IV landscaping shall be provided within
surface parking areas as follows: required interior lot landscaping. Landscape areas shall be provided
at the following rate within paved areas: 20 square feet per parking stall when up to 49 parking stalls
are being provided.
(c) Rockeries, Retaining Walls, and Fencing – Rockeries, retaining walls, and any proposed fencing must be
shown on the site, landscape, and civil plans. Per FWRC 19.120.120, the height of rockeries and
retaining walls are limited to six feet. Retaining walls and rockeries shall be set back a minimum of
three feet from adjacent public rights-of-way, and where retaining walls are terraced, there shall be a
minimum five feet distance between terraces to accommodate landscaping and its maintenance. Walls
that are visible from the public right-of-way or adjacent property shall be composed of brick, rock, or
other textured/patterned styles as approved by the planning and public works directors.
10. Tree Retention/Replacement Requirements – A tree and vegetation retention plan as required under FWRC
19.120.040(2) must be submitted with the Process IV application. The tree and vegetation retention/
replacement plan must be prepared by a certified arborist or certified landscape architect. The standards
require each development to maintain a minimum tree unit density. Per FWRC 19.120.130(3), the total
number of tree units required to be provided by a regulated activity shall be calculated by multiplying
gross site acreage, minus any proposed public or private streets, and by the required tree density (in tree
units per acre) set forth in FWRC Table 19.120.130(1). The result of the calculation will be the total
number of tree units required for the activity. If the calculation results in a fractional quantity, it shall be
rounded up to the next higher whole number. As required under FWRC 19.120.130(2), the minimum tree
density in the RM zone is 30 tree units per acre. A tree unit is a value assigned to existing trees retained
on the property, or replacement trees. The larger the tree, the greater value it is assigned. The formal
landscape plan must detail information about tree unit credits and replacement.
11. Clearing & Grading – The applicant is required to obtain clearing and grading plan approval as a
component of the Process IV approval. Consult FWRC 19.120.040(1) for items that are required to be
included in the plan, including the anticipated amounts of cut and fill. Clearing and grading plans are
reviewed and approved in conjunction with the land development permit associated with the proposed
development. Approval and notice to proceed shall be required prior to commencing clearing and
grading activities on the site. Reference FWRC 19.120.060(2).
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12. Critical Areas – The site has a wetland, wetland buffer, and an off-site stream buffer. A wetland
delineation report has been submitted. This report can be submitted to the city for review prior to or
during the review of the Use Process IV application. The report may be peer reviewed at the applicant’s
cost pursuant to FWRC 19.145.080(3). A previous application for the stand-alone peer review (file 19-
104497-AD) was closed due to a lack of response from the owner. A new cost estimate for the peer
review will need to be obtained for any future application. The owner is encouraged to ensure the report
complies with FWRC 19.145.080 prior to submittal.
Wetland buffers are detailed at FWRC 19.145.420 and stream buffers are at FWRC 19.145.270(1). In
addition, there is a five-foot setback from the edge of a critical area buffer per FWRC 19.145.160.
Landscaping, building overhangs, and fences and railings six feet and less in height may be allowed in the
five-foot building setback area.
The submitted site plan shows driveway, parking lot, playground, and sanitary sewer line improvements
proposed within the wetland buffer. The project proposes to use wetland buffer reduction with
enhancement pursuant to FWRC 19.145.440(6). Under this provision, the wetland buffers may be reduced
by up to 25 percent. For example, if the required buffer is 80 feet, under this provision if all requirements
are met, the buffer may be reduced to 60 feet. The submitted site plan shows proposed improvements that
encroach further into the wetland buffer than would be allowed under this provision. If the project is
revised and FWRC 19.145.440(6) is going to be used, it requires review and approval of a Use Process III
application; since the proposed church use requires review and approval of a Use Process IV application,
then pursuant to FWRC 19.15.060 and 19.70.010 both decisions will go to the Hearing Examiner.
The city-required right-of-way dedication and frontage improvements on Military Road South will result
in some wetland buffer impact. Pursuant to FWRC 19.145.120(1), “Partial Exemptions,” the director may
permit the placement of an essential public facility, utility, or other public improvements in a critical area
if no practical alternative with less impact on the critical area(s) exists. Under this exemption, the city still
requires mitigation for impacts to critical areas.
For direct wetland impacts, see FWRC 19.145.430(4) regarding options including a mitigation bank.
The submitted site plan shows a sanitary sewer line improvement in the stream buffer, which is not
permitted (FWRC 19.145.270).
13. Community Design Guidelines –Review of the proposal under the city’s design guidelines, Chapter 19.115
FWRC, is required for the project and will occur in conjunction with the use process review.
Per FWRC 19.70.010, all development applications subject to Use Process IV, and also subject to the
requirements of Chapter 19.115 FWRC, “Community Design Guidelines,” shall first have the
Community Development Director’s decision as to community design guidelines issued, and then
proceed with process IV Hearing Examiner public hearing.
The principal applicable design guidelines for the project are noted below. However, this does not
necessarily include all applicable guidelines, and project designers must consult the guidelines in their
entirety in preparing an application. The application must include a written narrative identifying how the
proposal complies with the applicable design guidelines, as detailed.
a. FWRC 19.115.010(2), CPTED – Implement Crime Prevention through Environmental Design
(CPTED) principles to reduce opportunities for criminal activities. The city’s Police Department and
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Planning Division will evaluate the formal application and review for compliance with CPTED
principles. A completed CPTED checklist must be submitted with your application.
i. Natural Surveillance – Promote visibility of public spaces and areas.
ii. Access Control – Identify techniques that deter unauthorized access and/or inappropriate access.
iii. Ownership – Reduce perception of areas as ownerless.
b. FWRC 19.115.050, Site Design – Refer to all sections of this chapter for site design standards. Key
sections include:
i. (1) General Criteria (a)-(g)
ii. (2) Surface Parking Lot (a)-(c), (e)
iii. (4) Pedestrian Circulation and Public Spaces (a)-(c), (e)-(f)
iv. (5) Landscaping
v. (6) Commercial Service (a)-(b)
vi. (7) Miscellaneous (a)
c. FWRC 19.115.060, Building Design – Refer to all sections of this chapter for design standards. Note
that the requirements of this section apply to all sides of the buildings. Key sections include:
i. (1) Topography (c).
ii. (2) Façade modulation (a)-(d); for all facades that are both longer than 60 feet and visible from
either a right-of-way, residential use, and/or zone. On all sides of the building, the applicant
must incorporate a minimum of two out of four design options intended to break up the mass of
large buildings. Options include façade modulation, landscape screening, canopy or arcade, and
pedestrian plaza.
iii. (3) Building articulation and scale (a)-(b).
d. FWRC 19.115.070, Building and Pedestrian Orientation – See (1)(a)-(c).
e. FWRC 19.115.100, Institutional Uses – See (1)-(7).
i. Building façades that exceed 120 feet in length and are visible from rights-of-way and residential
zones shall incorporate a significant structural modulation (offset). The minimum depth of the
modulation shall be approximately equal to 10 percent of the total length of the subject façade,
and the minimum width shall be approximately twice the minimum depth. The modulation shall
be integral to the building structure from base to roofline.
ii. Roof design shall utilize forms and materials that avoid the general appearance of a “flat” roof.
Rooflines with an integral and obvious architectural pitch are an approved method to meet this
guideline. Alternative distinctive roof forms, such as varied and multiple stepped rooflines,
architectural parapets, articulated cornices and fascias, arches, eyebrows, and similar methods will
be considered by the director; provided, that the roof design minimizes uninterrupted horizontal
planes and results in architectural and visual appeal.
14. Lighting – FWRC 19.105.030 contains lighting regulations. The applicant shall select, place, and direct
light sources both directable and nondirectable so that glare produced by any light source, to the
maximum extent possible, does not extend to adjacent properties or to the right-of-way. A lighting plan
will be required with the land use submittal.
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15. Mechanical Equipment – FWRC 19.110.070 requires vents, mechanical and elevator equipment, and similar
appurtenances that extend above the roofline to be architecturally screened from public view, with a
corresponding elevation detail provided with the formal application.
FWRC 19.115.050(6)(b) states that site utilities, including transformers, fire standpipes, and engineered
retention ponds (except biofiltration swales), should not be the dominant element of the front landscape
area. When these must be located in a front yard, they shall be either undergrounded or screened by walls
and/or Type I landscaping, and shall not obstruct views of tenant common spaces, public open spaces,
monument signs, and/or driveways.
16. Garbage and Recycling Receptacles – FWRC 19.125.150 requires that storage areas for garbage and recycling
receptacles be provided for each project. The formal application must note the specific size and location
of each facility on the site plan. Include the square footage of each facility provided, and depict routes of
travel for staff and service providers, including vertical clearance and turning radius of each.
17. Boundary Line Adjustment (BLA) – The submitted site plan shows a new building that will likely be built
across the common property line of the two parcels. A Boundary Line Adjustment (BLA) would be
required to remove or relocate the common property line prior to issuance of a building permit. For
further information on BLAs, see FWRC 18.10 and review the enclosed handout.
18. Application Fees & Submittal – Please contact the Permit Center at permitcenter@cityoffederalway.com, or
253-835-2607, for updated fee schedule information for applications and permits.
PUBLIC WORKS – DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION
Kerry Murdock, 253-835-2746, kerry.murdock@cityoffederalway.com
Land Use Issues – Stormwater
1. Surface water runoff control and water quality treatment will be required per the 2016 King County Surface
Water Design Manual (KCSWDM) and the City of Federal Way Addendum to the manual. This project meets
the requirements for a Full Drainage Review. At the time of land use site plan submittal, a preliminary
Technical Information Report (TIR), addressing the relevance of the project to the nine core and five special
requirements of the KCSWDM will be required. A Level 1 downstream analysis shall also be provided in the
preliminary TIR. The city addendum can be found at: www.cityoffederalway.com/node/1467.
2. The project lies within a Conservation Flow Control Area; thus, the applicant must design the flow control
facility to meet this performance criteria. In addition to flow control facilities, Best Management Practices
(BMPs) are required as outlined in the KCSWDM. The project also lies within an Enhanced Basic Water
Quality Area. Water quality treatment shall be designed to meet the treatment criteria of the Enhanced
Basic Water Quality Menu. The city will accept treatment systems which are listed on the Department of
Ecology’s General Use Level Designation (GULD) for the required level of water quality treatment.
3. In addition to the KCSWDM, our initial review suggests that FWRC 19.30.120, “Nonconforming Water
Quality Improvements” applies to this site. Specifically, the following items are applicable:
1.a. Redevelopment which involves the creation or addition of impervious surfaces having an
area of 5,000 square feet or more;
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1.b. Redevelopment which involves the construction or replacement of a building footprint or
other structure having a surface area of 5,000 square feet or more, or which involves the
expansion of a building footprint or other structure by 5,000 square feet of surface area or more;
1.c. Redevelopment which involves the repair or replacement of 5,000 square feet or more of
an impervious surface, when such redevelopment is not part of a routine maintenance activity;
1.e. Redevelopment which contains or directly discharges to a floodplain, stream, lake,
wetland, or closed depression, groundwater recharge area, or other water quality sensitive
area determined by the Public Works Director, based on a written map, policy, water quality
monitoring data or plan in existence or implemented by the director prior to submission of a
redevelopment application which is determined to trigger application of this subsection, or
based on information developed during review of a particular redevelopment application;
Therefore, water quality treatment will be required for the entire site, including new and existing pollution
generating impervious surfaces. Treatment options must be selected from the Enhanced Basic
Water Quality Menu provided in the KCSWDM.
4. The Wetland Delineation Report does provide a soils analysis with sample logs located within the
wetland and the associated buffer, and states “the remainder of the subject property is upland. The soil in
non-hydric, two-chroma matrix gravelly sandy loam, with no redox features in the soil profile. The water
table is not present at 24-inches from the surface. A portion of the upland area is covered by lawn grasses
previously planted.” A separate soils report is required to prove the feasibility of the proposed infiltration
trench and pervious HMA parking lot.
5. Please see Section 5.2.1, “General Requirements for Infiltration Facilities,” of the KCSWDM. The
applicant must demonstrate through infiltration testing, soil logs, and the written opinion of a
geotechnical professional (reports must be prepared by or under the direction of a licensed onsite sewage
system designer or geotechnical professional [e.g. licensed engineer with geotechnical and/or
hydrogeologic experience, licensed geologist, hydrogeologist, or engineering geologist]) that sufficient
permeable soil exists at the proposed facility location to allow construction of a properly functioning
infiltration facility. At a minimum, test pits or borings shall extend five feet below the bottom of the
infiltration facility, and at least one test hole should reach the water table. If the water table is very deep,
the test hole need not extend more than one-fourth the maximum width of the pond below the bottom
of a pond, or more than five feet below the bottom of a tank. Ideally, measurements shall be made during
the period when the water level is expected to be at a maximum (usually in late winter or early spring).
The proposed trench bottom must be at least three feet above the seasonal high groundwater level and
three feet below the finished grade. There must be at least three feet of permeable soil beneath the trench
bottom. The infiltration surface elevation (bottom of trench) must be in native soil (excavated at least one
foot in depth). Structures shall be set back 20 feet from individual trenches. This may be reduced if the
facility soils report addresses potential impacts of trench phreatic surface on structures so located.
6. Onsite closed depressions, ponding areas, and wetlands require special consideration when determining
detention performance targets; if altered, they can shift the point of compliance downstream. A minor
floodplain analysis is required for onsite or adjacent lakes, wetlands, and closed depressions that do not
have an approved floodplain or flood hazard study (see Section 4.4.2; note the exceptions). Minor
floodplain studies establish an assumed base flood elevation below which development is not allowed.
Where wetlands are identified on the site, the applicant shall submit a critical area report at a level
determined by the city to adequately evaluate the proposal and probable impacts.
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7. Effective January 1, 2020, the city implemented a stormwater System Development Charge (SDC). The
SDC is based on the amount of new impervious surfaces added for any development project. For
calculating the SDC for commercial and multi-family development, impervious surface is expressed as an
Equivalent Service Unit: 1 ESU = 3,200 square feet (SF) of impervious surface added. Therefore, the
SDC = SF of new impervious surface added ÷ 3,200 x current SDC fee. A five percent administration fee
will be added to the total SDC. All SDC fees are payable at permit issuance. The current (2020) SDC is
$981.00 per ESU.
8. FWRC 19.125.150 sets design requirements for trash enclosures and receptacles. Please see the Trash
Enclosure Design & Spill Prevention BMPs appendix at
http://docs.cityoffederalway.com/weblink/Browse.aspx?startid=748626&cr=1. The FWRC requires a
basic description of solid waste services for site occupants, and surface water management for runoff
from trash enclosures. FWRC 19.125.150(6)(d) specifies surface water management requirements for
trash enclosures, including a basic spill prevention plan to manage liquids coming from the enclosure. See
Attachment B for spill prevention plan elements and best management practices, as well as instructions
for submittal. The city’s Surface Water Management Program refers to these spill prevention plans to aid
in periodic site inspections.
9. Detention and water quality facilities for private commercial developments outside the City Center Core
must be above ground (i.e. open pond). Underground facilities are allowed only with approval from the
City of Federal Way Public Works Department.
10. Show the proposed location and dimensions of the detention and water quality facilities on the
preliminary plans.
11. If more than one acre will be disturbed during construction, a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) construction stormwater permit may be required. Information regarding this permit
can be obtained from the Washington State Department of Ecology at 360-407-6048, or
http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/wq/stormwater/construction/index.html.
12. If work is to be done below the ordinary high-water mark, a Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) permit
may be required. Information regarding this permit can be obtained from the Washington Department of
Fish and Wildlife.
Right-of-Way Improvements
1. See the Traffic Division comments from Traffic Engineer Soma Chattopadhyay for traffic related items.
2. All stormwater treatment and detention requirements outlined above may apply to any improvements
within the public right-of-way.
3. If dedication of additional right-of-way is required to install street frontage improvements, the dedication
shall be conveyed to the city through a statutory warranty deed. The dedicated area must have clear title
prior to recording.
Building (or EN) Permit Issues
1. Engineering plans are required for clearing, grading, road construction, and utility work. Plans must be
reviewed and approved by the city. Engineering review fees are $3,096.00 for the first 18 hours of review
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for commercial building permits and full subdivision engineering (EN) permits. Additional review time is
charged at $172.00 per hour. A final TIR shall be prepared for the project and submitted with the
engineering plans. Both the TIR and the plans will require the signature/seal of a professional engineer
registered/licensed in the State of Washington.
2. The Federal Way Public Works Development Standards Manual (including standard detail drawings, standard
notes, and engineering checklists), to assist the applicant’s engineer in preparing the plans and TIR, is
available on the city’s website at: www.cityoffederalway.com/node/1467.
3. Bonding is required for all street improvements and temporary erosion and sediment control measures
associated with the project. The bond amount shall be 120 percent of the estimated costs of the
improvements. An administrative fee deposit will need to accompany the bond to cover any possible
legal fees in the event the bond must be called. Upon completion of the installation of the improvements,
and final approval of the Public Works Inspector, the bond will be reduced to 30 percent of the original
amount and held for a two-year maintenance period.
4. The developer will be responsible for the maintenance of all storm drainage facilities (including the
detention and water quality facilities) and street systems during the two-year maintenance period. During
that time, the Public Works Inspector will make periodic visits to the site to ensure the developer’s
compliance with the maintenance requirements. Upon satisfactory completion of the two-year
maintenance period, the remainder of the bond will be released. Maintenance for public roads and
subdivision drainage facilities then become the responsibility of the city. Maintenance for private roads
and drainage facilities, including short plats, remain the responsibility of the individual property owners.
5. When topographic survey information is shown on the plans, the vertical datum block shall include the
phrase “DATUM: N.G.V.D.-29” or “DATUM: K.C.A.S.,” on all sheets where vertical elevations are
called out.
6. Drawings submitted for plan review shall be printed on 24″ x 36″ or 22″ x 34″ paper. Site plans shall be
drawn at a scale of 1″ = 20′, or larger. Architectural scales are not permitted on engineering plans.
7. Provide cut and fill quantities on the clearing and grading plan.
8. Temporary Erosion and Sediment-Control (TESC) measures, per Appendix D of the 2016 KCSWDM,
must be shown on the engineering plans.
9. The site plan shall show the location of any existing and proposed utilities in the areas affected by
construction.
PUBLIC WORKS – TRAFFIC DIVISION
Soma Chattopadhyay, 253-835-2731, soma.chattopadhyay@cityoffederalway.com
Transportation Concurrency Analysis (FWRC 19.90)
1. Based on the submitted materials for a 10,652 square foot church, and the Institute of Transportation
Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation - 8th Edition, land use code 560 (Church), the proposed project is
estimated to generate approximately eight new weekday PM peak hour trips. Alternatively, the applicant
may submit a site-specific trip generation study for the proposed development.
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2. A concurrency permit is required for this development project. The PW Traffic Division will perform a
concurrency analysis to determine if adequate roadway capacity exists during the weekday PM peak
period to accommodate the proposed development. Please note that supplemental transportation analysis
and concurrency mitigation may be required if the proposed project creates an impact not anticipated in
the six-year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP).
3. The estimated fee for the concurrency permit application is $1,721.00 (1 - 10 trips). This fee is an
estimate and is based on the materials submitted for the preapplication meeting. The concurrency
applicant fee must be paid in full at the time the concurrency permit application is submitted with the
land use application. The fee may change based on the new weekday PM peak hour trips as identified in
the concurrency trip generation. The applicant has the option of having an independent traffic engineer
prepare the concurrency analysis consistent with city procedures; however, the fee remains the same.
Transportation Impact Fees (TIF) (FWRC 19.91)
1. Based on the submitted materials for a 10,652 square foot church, the estimated total traffic impact fee is
$26,041.19. The actual fee will be assessed and collected from the applicant when the building permit is
issued, using the fee schedule then in effect (FWRC 19.100.070[3][c]).
Street Frontage Improvements (FWRC 19.135)
1. The applicant/owner will be expected to construct street improvements consistent with the planned
roadway cross-sections as shown in Map III-4 in Chapter III of the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan
(FWCP) and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) shown as Table III-10 (FWRC 19.135.040). Based on
the materials submitted, staff conducted a limited analysis to determine the required street improvements.
The applicant will be expected to construct improvements on the following street to the city’s planned
roadway cross-sections:
Military Road South is a Minor Arterial planned as a Type “G” street, consisting of a 66-
foot street with 5-foot bike lane, curb and gutter, 6-foot planter strips with street trees, 8-
foot sidewalks, and street lights in a 100-foot right-of-way. Assuming a symmetrical cross
section, a 20-foot right-of-way dedication and half-street improvements are required as
measured from the street centerline.
2. The applicant may make a written request to the Public Works Director to modify, defer, or waive the
required street improvements (FWRC 19.135.070). Information about right-of-way modification requests
are available through the Public Works Development Services Division. These modification requests
have a review fee currently at $345.
3. Tapers and transitions beyond the project frontage may be required as deemed necessary for safety
purposes, taper rate shall be WS^2/60, or as directed by the Public Works Director.
Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) (FWRC 19.135)
1. A Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) to identify transportation impacts of development projects and
provide appropriate mitigation measures is required. The TIA shall assess additional project impacts
beyond those that were identified under the concurrency permit process conducted by the city. Mitigation
improvements necessary beyond those identified in the TIP to meet the city’s adopted level-of-service
standards shall be provided by the applicant.
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2. A TIA prepared by engineer licensed in the state of Washington is required for this development project.
The engineer should contact the Traffic Division for a scoping sheet in the initial stages of their study.
The TIA should include the following analysis:
Analysis of intersections impacted by 100 trips in the Sunday peak hours.
Queuing analysis of access points for Sunday peak hours.
Access Management (FWRC 19.135)
1. Access management standards are based on roadway safety and capacity requirements. FWRC 19.135.280
provides access standards for streets based on planned roadway cross-sections. Please note that access
classifications are per Drawing 3-1A in the Public Works Development Standards.
2. Please show all neighboring driveways within 150 feet of the proposed driveway(s).
3. Military Road South is Access Class “3,” which permits full access as close as 150 feet to any other street
intersection or driveway (whether on or off the subject property), or aligned with those on the opposite
side of the street. The current proposal may not meet the required spacing standard with the existing
private street intersection north of the property and the proposed driveway, and may need to be
modified. Access may be further restricted if such access contributes to roadway collision(s).
4. Driveways that serve any use other than detached dwelling units may not be located closer than 150 feet
to any street intersection, or to any other driveway, whether on or off the subject property. Separation
distances shall be measured from the centerline to centerline of roadways and driveways.
5. The director may grant a modification administratively to reduce spacing standards by up to 20 percent
of the tabular values with supporting documentation (FWRC 19.135.290). Please note that these
modification requests have a review fee of $345. Once a preliminary traffic queuing analysis has been
completed, the applicant’s traffic engineer may submit a written request for access modification if desired.
6. For driveways that serve uses other than single-family residential and zero lot line townhouse
developments, the maximum driveway width is 30 feet for a two-lane two-way driveway and 40 feet for a
three-lane two-way driveway (FWRC 19.135.270). Driveway widths may be increased in order to provide
adequate width for vehicles that may be reasonably expected to use the driveway, as determined by the
Public Works Director.
7. A minimum driveway throat length of 40 feet is required as measured from the face of the curb to the
first conflicting drive or parking aisle (Public Works Development Standards - 3.2.14 A Driveways - General
10). Adequate throat length to accommodate 95th percentile queue length should be provided. Please
show the throat length
Design Criteria (FWRC 18.55) and Safety Related Comments
1. Submit an intersection sight distance analysis for the design vehicle used at the access driveway. The
analysis shall be conducted in accordance to the latest AASHTO guidelines (3.5-foot object height, 3.5-
foot driver’s eye height, 14.5 feet back from the edge of the traveled way for passenger vehicles). The
analysis must bear the seal of a licensed engineer in the state of Washington. The sight distance triangle
shall be depicted on the plan set.
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2. Please provide photo documentation within the appendix of the sight distance analysis. A minimum of one
photo looking to the left and one looking to the right will show the location of the viewer in accordance to
AASHTO guidelines. The site plan with plan and profile sheets should also be incorporated into the report
to provide the site distance documentation. Indicate if there are any street trees, landscaping requirements,
or any other objects existing or proposed to be within the sight distance triangle. State if the sight distance
requirements are met or not and provide any traffic safety mitigation measures.
PUBLIC WORKS – SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING DIVISION
Rob Van Orsow, 253-835-2770, robv@cityoffederalway.com
Solid Waste & Recycling Design Considerations
• Adequate space allocation is required for interior and exterior garbage, recycling, food waste, waste oil,
yard debris, hazardous waste, and/or biohazard collection containers. The minimum enclosure area is
established by FWRC 19.125.150(7)(a). The FWRC requires that plans allow access to containers for both
occupants and haulers.
• Basic solid waste and recycling services typically include two “dumpster” containers situated side-by-side
within a single trash enclosure. With the gate doors open, 18 feet of clearance width is required; no
structures (such as gate posts) are allowed across the enclosure opening. Gate pins/holes are preferred to
hold gates closed or open (to allow service access and preserve gate hardware).
• Plan unobstructed access for service vehicles, in-line with enclosure openings. Allow appropriate paved
turning area for service vehicles, minimizing “blind spots” during ingress and egress.
• Per FWRC 19.125.150(7)(e), sites may require a larger enclosure, or multiple enclosures, to accommodate
on-site user access and/or additional waste types and containers.
• Per FWRC 19.125.150(6)(d), depending on enclosure size, surface water run-off must be managed via an
oil-water separator, while large enclosures require a roof combined with a drain to sanitary sewer. A
related Spill Prevention Plan is required.
• Landscaping and screening requirements are established in FWRC 19.125.040(4) and (5).
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT – BUILDING DIVISION
Greg Kirk, 253-835-2621, Greg.Kirk@cityoffederalway.com
1. Building Codes. The structure will be treated as a new building permit application and must meet all current
codes including:
• International Building Code (IBC), 2015
Washington State Amendments WAC 51-50
• International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2015
Washington State Amendments WAC 51-52
• National Electric Code (NEC), 2014
• Accessibility Code (ICC/ANSI A117.1), 2009
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• Washington State Energy Code, 2015 WAC 51-11
• Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), 2015
Washington State Amendments WAC 51-56
& WAC 51-57
• International Fire Code (IFC), 2015
Washington State Amendments WAC 51 -54
• International Residential Code, 2015
Washington State Amendments WAC 51-51
2. Building Criteria. The following applies to the proposed structure:
• Occupancy Classification: A-3
• Type of Construction: V-B
• Floor Area: 10,652 main building, 5,882
second building, metal
• Number of Stories: 1 story both buildings
• Fire Protection: fire alarm and sprinkler
system required by FWRC
• Wind/Seismic: Basic wind speed 85 Mph,
Exposure, 25# Snow load, Seismic Zone D-1
3. Building Permit Application Process. A completed building permit application and commercial checklist are
required. The commercial checklist will be completed by staff and provided at the time of the land use
approval. Copies of the application and checklist may be obtained at www.cityoffederalway.com.
Appointments are required for intake of new commercial building permit submittals. Please schedule an
intake appointment with the Permit Center staff at (253)835-2607, or permitcenter@cityoffederalway.com.
Some projects may require a third-party review or inspection. The cost to cover these fees is the
responsibility of the applicant. Any third-party fee is in addition to regular permit fees and costs.
Please note, land use approval is recommended prior to submitting the building permit application to
avoid delay in project review. If the project has not received land use approval, it may be placed on hold
until land use review is completed.
4. Review Timing. Federal Way reviews plans on a first in, first out basis; however, there are some small
projects with inconsequential review requirements that may be reviewed out of order.
The first comment letter can be expected within five to seven weeks of the submittal date. Re-check of
plans will occur in one to three weeks after re-submittal.
Revised or resubmitted plans shall be provided in the same format, size, and amount as the originally
submitted plans. Revised/resubmitted drawings shall indicate by means of clouding or written response,
what changes have been made from the original drawings. You or your representatives will be required to
affix the city’s date stamp on each page of resubmitted plans and to collate loose plans into existing plan
sets. Plans for all involved departments will be forwarded from the Community Development Department.
5. Other Permits & Inspections. Separate permits may be required for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire
suppression systems, and signs. Applicants may apply for separate permits at any time prior to
commencement of construction.
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When required, special inspections shall be performed by WABO approved agencies, or by agencies
approved by the building official prior to permit issuance. Construction must be approved by all
reviewing departments prior to final Building Division inspection.
All concerned departments (planning, public works, electrical, & fire) must sign off before the Building
Division can final the structure for occupancy. Building final must be approved prior to the issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy.
Construction projects may be required to have a pre-construction conference. If a pre-con meeting is
required, the general or representative, all subs, the architect or representative, the engineer or
representative, electrical contractor, and any other interested party, should attend this meeting. Meetings
will occur at the Building Division and will be scheduled by the inspector of record for the project.
6. Site-Specific Requirements.
• On February 1, 2021, the International Building Codes (IBC) change from the 2015 IBC to the 2018
IBC. Submittals after this date must comply with the 2018 codes. Today’s comments are based on
the 2015 IBC.
• Wheelchair spaces shall be provided in accordance with Table 1108.2.2.1. Based on capacity of
seating in the assembly area.
• IBC 1108.2.3, Companion Seats. At least one companion seat shall be provided for each wheelchair
space required by Sections 1108.2.2.1 through 1108.2.2.3.
• IBC 1108.2.7 Assistive Listening Systems. Each building, room, or space used for assembly purposes
where audible communications are integral to the use of the space shall have an assistive listening
system. IBC 1108.2.7.1 Receivers. The number and type of receivers shall be provided for assistive
listening systems in accordance with Table 1108.2.7.1.
• IBC 1108.2.8 Performance Areas. An accessible route shall directly connect the performance area to
the assembly seating area where a circulation path directly connects a performance area to an
assembly seating area. The plans detail an accessible path from the hallway; the accessible path shall be from the
assembly seating.
• IBC 1109.2.1 Family or Assisted-Use Toilet and Bathing Rooms. In assembly and mercantile occupancies,
an accessible family or assisted-use toilet room shall be provided where an aggregate of six or more
male and female water closets is required. In buildings of mixed occupancy.
• IBC 1109.2 Toilet and Bathing Facilities. Where showers and tubs are installed they shall meet the
requirements of ANSI A.117-2009 for accessibility.
• IBC 1029.2 Assembly Main Exit. A building, room, or space used for assembly purposes that has an
occupant load of greater than 300 and is provided with a main exit, that main exit shall be of
sufficient capacity to accommodate not less than one-half of the occupant load. Provide this
calculation on the egress plans.
• The occupant load of a lobby area outside the main entrance to the assembly seating shall also be
show on the egress plans.
• The floor plans demonstrate doors swinging into the sanctuary. Doors must swing in the direction of
egress when serving an occupant load of greater than 49.
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• Electrical plan review required when the electrical service is greater than 1000 amps.
• IBC 1029.14 Seat Stability. In a building, room or space used for assembly purposes, the seats shall be
securely fastened to the floor.
i. In a building, room, or space used for assembly purposes, or portions thereof, without
ramped or tiered floors for seating and with 200 or fewer seats, the seats shall not be
required to be fastened to the floor.
ii. In a building, room, or space used for assembly purposes, or portions thereof, without
ramped or tiered floors for seating and with greater than 200 seats, the seats shall be
fastened together in groups of not less than three, or the seats shall be securely
fastened to the floor.
• The kitchenette shall be assessable per the ANSI A.117-2009. The sink height shall not be more than
34-inches and shall provide for front approach for accessibly, and the oven controls shall be on the
front of the range.
• A type I hood shall be placed over the cooking appliance in the kitchen. The narrative states meals
will be prepared for feeding the homeless; this kitchen is operating as a commercial kitchen and not
as a warming kitchen per 2015 IMC.
• It is not clear where you got the occupant load calculations provided. Assembly rooms with non-
fixed seats are based on seven net square feet per person. The lobby shall be calculated at five net
square feet per person and class rooms at 20 net square feet per person.
• The existing system shall be designed for the largest of the two types of occupancy, chairs for the
sanctuary, or a gymnasium.
The information provided is based on limited plans and information. The comments provided are not
intended to be a complete plan review and further comments are possible at time of building permit
plan review.
LAKEHAVEN WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
Brian Asbury, 253-946-5407, BAsbury@lakehaven.org
General
• All Lakehaven development engineering related application forms, and associated standards information,
can be accessed at Lakehaven’s web pages (http://www.lakehaven.org/204/development-engineering).
• All comments herein are valid for one year and are based on the proposal(s) submitted and Lakehaven’s
current regulations and policies. Any change to either the development proposal(s) or Lakehaven’s
regulations and policies may affect the above comments accordingly.
Water
• A Water Certificate of Availability issued separately by Lakehaven may be required to be submitted with any
land use and/or building permit applications (check with land use agency for requirement). The certificate is
valid for one year from the date of issuance. If a certificate is needed, allow one to two working days to issue
for typical processing. The 2020 cost for a Water Certificate of Availability is $80.00 (2021 = $40.00).
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• Fire flow at no less than 20 psi available within the existing water distribution system is a minimum of
2,500 GPM for two hours or more. If more precise available, and/or estimated onsite, fire flow figures
are required or desired, the applicant can request Lakehaven perform a system hydraulic model analysis
(separate from, or concurrent with, an application for availability). The 2020 cost for a system hydraulic
model analysis is $240.00 (2021 = $230.00).
• A Lakehaven Developer Extension (DE) Agreement will be required to construct new water distribution
system facilities for the proposed development. Additional detail and/or design requirements can be
obtained from Lakehaven by completing and submitting a separate application to Lakehaven for either a
Developer Pre-Design Meeting or a DE Agreement. Lakehaven encourages owners/developers/applicants
to apply for Lakehaven processes separately to Lakehaven, and sufficiently early in the pre-design/planning
phase to avoid delays in overall project development.
• The site has two existing water service connections: Svcs 12691 & 12692, ⅝″ x ¾″ meters, domestic.
• A water service connection application submitted separately to Lakehaven is required for each new service
connection to the water distribution system, or any modification to an existing water service connection (e.g.,
larger meter/service, irrigation, abandonment of existing service[s], re-activation, etc.), in accordance with
standards defined in Lakehaven’s current “Fees and Charges Resolution.” Non-single-family properties
require separate domestic (per building typically, some exceptions allowed), irrigation (if irrigated landscaped
areas are incorporated into the site development), and fire protection (if required or installed) water service
connections and meters.
• To satisfy premise isolation requirements, the installation and satisfactory testing of an approved backflow
prevention assembly (BPA) adjacent to each domestic, irrigation, & fire-protection service meter is required
pursuant to WAC 246-290-490 and Lakehaven standards regarding premise isolation. As low health cross-
connection hazards, either a double check valve assembly (DCVA) or a reduced pressure backflow assembly
(RPBA) is required for each domestic and irrigation service. For fire-protection, an aboveground double
check detector assembly (DCDA), or an aboveground reduced pressure detector assembly (RPDA) is
required for three-inch and larger fire protection service connections. For two-inch and smaller fire
protection service connections a separate full-flow meter with an aboveground Double Check Valve
Assembly (DCVA), or an aboveground reduced pressure backflow assembly (RPBA) is typical. Contact
Lakehaven’s Cross-Connection Control Program Manager (Chris Zoepfl, czoepfl@lakehaven.org, 253-946-
5427) for additional information on premise isolation/BPA installation and testing coordination.
• The associated DE Agreement must achieve a point of either substantial completion or acceptance, as
determined by Lakehaven, prior to activating any new domestic or irrigation water service connection(s).
• Based on the proposal submitted, preliminary estimated Lakehaven water service connection fees, charges,
and/or deposits (2020 schedule and 2021 schedule) will be as follows. Actual connection charges will be
determined upon submittal of service connection application(s) to Lakehaven. Connection charges are
separate from any DE fees, charges, and/or deposits and are due at the time of application for service. All
Lakehaven fees, charges, and deposits are typically reviewed and adjusted (if necessary) annually, and are
subject to change without notice.
o Water Service/Meter Installation, Domestic, 1″ preliminary size: $689.60 ($592.63) drop-in meter fee.
Actual size to be determined by Lakehaven based on the applicant’s estimated maximum domestic
GPM usage rate.
o Water Service/Meter Installation, Irrigation, 1″ preliminary size: $689.60 ($592.63) drop-in meter fee.
Actual size to be determined by Lakehaven based on the applicant’s estimated maximum irrigation
GPM usage rate.
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o Water Service/Meter Installation, Fire-Protection, 3″ preliminary size: $592.63 ($484.88) drop-in meter
fee. Actual size of fire-protection system to be determined by the applicant’s system design consultant.
o Capital Facilities Charge(s)-Water: $4,503.95. Actual amount due to be determined by Lakehaven
based on the applicant’s estimated annual total water usage rate. Water system capacity credits are
available for this property from system capacity charges previously assessed, paid directly to
Lakehaven, and/or credited to the property, for 2.00 Equivalent Residential Units (ERU). Please
contact Lakehaven for further detail.
Sewer
• A Sewer Certificate of Availability issued separately by Lakehaven may be required to be submitted with any
land use and/or building permit applications (check with land use agency for requirement). The certificate is
valid for one year from the date of issuance. If a certificate is needed, allow one to two working days to issue
for typical processing. The 2020 cost for a Sewer Certificate of Availability is $80.00 ($40.00).
• A separate Lakehaven Sewer Service Connection Permit is required for each new connection to the
sanitary sewer system, in accordance with standards defined in Lakehaven’s current “Fees and Charges
Resolution.” It’s presumed connection will be required to be to an existing sewer main along the west side
of Military Road South, to avoid wetland/buffer area intrusion(s). Minimum pipe slope for gravity sewer
service connections is two percent. In addition to all other sewer service installation standards, installation
of a Type 1, 48-inch monitoring manhole is typically required on the private building sewer line, for all new
or modified non-residential connections. Also, if applicable, see the enclosed Lakehaven Trash/Recycling
Enclosure Standards.
• Based on the proposal submitted, preliminary estimated Lakehaven sewer service connection fees, charges,
and/or deposits (2020 and 2021 schedules) will be as follows. Actual connection charges will be determined
upon submittal of service connection application(s) to Lakehaven. Charges-Payable-in-Lieu-of-Extension
(CPILOE) are assessable against the property for sewer facilities previously constructed that provide direct
benefit to the property. If a DE Agreement is required, CPILOE are due prior to, and as a condition of,
scheduling the Lakehaven preconstruction meeting. Connection charges are separate from any DE fees,
charges, and/or deposits and are due at the time of application for service. All Lakehaven fees, charges, and
deposits are typically reviewed and adjusted (if necessary) annually, and are subject to change without notice.
o Sewer Service Connection Permit: $517.20 ($377.13) fee.
o Capital Facilities Charge(s)-Sewer, estimated 2.00 Sewer ERU: $9,007.90 ($9,229.86). Actual amount
due to be determined by Lakehaven based on applicant’s estimated annual domestic/commercial/
industrial only water usage rate.
o CPILOE (NE Service Area-Contract 8): $2,995.02.
o Right-of-Way Permit Fee (Federal Way): $980.00 ($1,160.00).
SOUTH KING FIRE AND RESCUE
Sean Nichols, 253-946-7242, sean.nichols@southkingfire.org
Fire Hydrants
Fire hydrants are required to be within 100 feet of the building FDC. Fire hydrants shall be in service prior to and
during the time of construction. It appears that an additional hydrant is proposed for this site.
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Emergency Access
Fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all requirements of Fire Access Policy 10.006
http://southkingfire.org/DocumentCenter/Home/View/24
Fire apparatus access roads shall be installed and made serviceable prior to and during the time of construction.
An auto turn diagram may be required to ensure fire apparatus can maneuver in the proposed parking area for
access to the building and hose reach requirements.
Vehicle Access Gates
All vehicle access gates shall comply with the Gate Policy (if gates are installed)
http://southkingfire.org/DocumentCenter/Home/View/21
Fire Sprinkler System
Sprinklers are required for this building. A separate permit is required to install fire sprinklers.
Fire Alarm System
A fire alarm system is required to be installed. Since the building will be equipped with fire sprinklers, sprinkler
notification throughout is required but manual pull stations and area smoke detection is not required. The fire
alarm shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72. If the occupant load exceeds 300 people, a voice evacuation
system is required. A separate fire alarm permit is required to install a fire alarm system.
Knox Box
A Knox box is required to be installed at the main entrance to the building.
Seating
Since the occupant load of the sanctuary/gymnasium exceeds 200, the seats shall either be fastened to the floor or
grouped in no less than three seats together.
CLOSING
This letter reflects the information provided at the preapplication meeting and is intended to assist you in
preparing plans and materials for a formal application. We hope you found the comments useful to your
project. We have made every effort to identify major issues to eliminate surprises during the city’s review of
the formal application. The completion of the preapplication process in the content of this letter does not vest
any future project application. Comments in this letter are only valid for one year as per FWRC 19.40.070(4).
This is a preliminary review only and does not take the place of the full review that will follow submission of
a formal application. Comments provided in this letter are based on preapplication materials submitted.
Modifications and revisions to the project as presented for this preapplication may influence and modify
information regarding development requirements outlined above. In addition to this preapplication letter,
please examine the complete FWRC and other relevant codes carefully. Requirements that are found in the
codes that are not addressed in this letter are still required for your project.
If you have questions about an individual comment, please contact the appropriate department representative
noted above. Any general questions can be directed towards me, the key project contact, Stacey Welsh, at
253-835-2634, or stacey.welsh@cityoffederalway.com. We look forward to working with you.
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The Department of Community Development is implementing safety protocols and modifying our services.
As a result, our doors will remain closed for in-person business. Staff will be able to serve customers
electronically by email (permitcenter@cityoffederalway.com), by electronic submittal (Document Upload Link
or https://www.cityoffederalway.com/node/4588), or by phone (253-835-2607). This practice is intended to
help protect our citizens, customers, and staff from potential exposure to the virus. We thank you for your
understanding in this matter.
Sincerely,
Stacey Welsh, AICP
Planning Manager
enc: Bulletin 001 “Process III or IV Submittal Requirements”
Bulletin 003 “Master Land Use Application”
Bulletin 021 “CPTED Checklist Instructions”
Bulletin 022 “CPTED Checklist”
Bulletin 038 “Boundary Line Adjustment”
Bulletin 042 “Parking Lot Design Criteria”
Bulletin 050 “SEPA Environmental Checklist”
FWRC 19.205.100
Lakehaven Map
Lakehaven Trash Recycling Enclosure Standards
c: Greg Kirk, Plans Examiner
Kerry Murdock, Engineering Plans Reviewer
Soma Chattopadhyay, Traffic Engineer
Brian Asbury, Lakehaven Water & Sewer District
Sean Nichols, South King Fire & Rescue
Matthew Taumua, Midway Samoan Assembly of God, mtaumua@midwaysamoanaog.com