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ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Revised Code of Washington (RCW) Chapter I3.21C.
requires all governmental agencies to consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making
decisions. An environmental impact statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with probable
significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide
information to help you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid
impacts from the proposal. if it can be done) and to help the ag*ency decide whether an EIS is required.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about our proposal.
Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal
are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most precise
information known, or give the best description you can"
You must answer each question accurately and carefully. to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you
should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to
hire experts If you do not know the answer, or if a question does ❑ot apply to your proposal, write --do not
know" or --does not apply." Complete answers to questions now may avoid unnecessary delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations.
Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of
time or on different parcels of land- Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal
or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your
answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant
adverse impact.
USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NON -PROJECT PROPOSALS
Complete this checklist for non -project proposals, even though questions may be answered --does not
apply." In addition, complete the Supplemental Sheet for Non -Project Actions.
For non -project actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," --applicant," and —property
or site" should be read as --proposal," `proposer," and --affected geographic area," respectively_
RECEIV�
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A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable
Village Green Phases II & III - Extension
2. Name of applicant:
Village Green of Federal Way, A Retirement Campus LLC
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
Applicant:
Village Green of Federal Way, A Retirement Campus LLC
(206) 824-6224
P.O. Box 98309
Des Moines, WA 98198
Contact Person:
Heidi Swartz
(206) 730-6933
Swartz Company
5724 - 30t' Avenue NE
Seattle, WA 98105
4 Date checklist prepared:
11 /18/2008
5 Agency requesting checklist:
City of Federal Way
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
2008-2021
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.
No.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal_
A drainage Technical Information Report (TIR) has been prepared for this project
and is included with the Process IV application: Preliminary TIR, Village Green
Phases If & 111 (Cottages West) by Duncanson Company, Inc., Job No. 98480.2,
dated November 18, 2008.
A geotechnicai report has been prepared for this project and is included with the
Process IV application: Preliminary Infiltration Testing, Village Green of Federal
Way by ZZA-Terracon, Job No- B1085517, dated October 17, 2008.
A trip generation has been prepared for this project and is included with the
Process IV application: Trip Generation, Village Green Retirement Campus Phases
II and III Extension by Transportation Solutions, Inc., dated November 5, 2008-
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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
Project currently has land use approval through April 23, 2011. Previous SEPA
DNS issued April 25, 2001, Federal Way File No_ 00-104146-000-00-SE.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known
A Process IV Land Use approval is required from the City of Federal Way for this
project. Individual building permits would follow for building and site
improvements. In addition, a Washington State DOE NPDES permit will be
required_ No other permits are anticipated from other government agencies.
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.
The proposal is for a 10 year construction extension of all land use approvals to
date for Phase 11 (Village Green buildings F, G, H, I & J) & Phase III (Cottages West
40 units). The Phase 11 Village Green and Phase III Cottages West sites are being
developed as multi -family housing for senior citizens.
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 reap, it 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
Proposed project located at 1" Avenue South & SW 356"' Street in Federal Way,
WA.
Development Tax Lot Number Area
Village Green -Phase II 302104-9017 4.28 acres
Cottages West - Phase III 302104-9146 9.03 acres
NE'/4 of Section 30, Township 21 N, Range 4 E, W.M.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
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Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes,
mountainous, other.
The Village Green - Phase If site is mostly undeveloped and is rolling, sloping
northeasterly overall.
The Cottages West - Phase III site is graded with paved accesses and is rolling,
sloping northwesterly overall_
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b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
There are no steep slopes present on the Village Green - Phase II site_ The
slopes on this site within the development area are estimated to be 2%-12%_
The Cottages West - Phase III site has slopes greater than 40%: located
westerly of the presettling pond and at the southwestern property corner.
Existing retaining walls are present westerly of the presettling pond; no
activity or development is proposed within the vicinity of these steep slopes_
The slopes on this site within the development area are estimated to be 2%-
10%.
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel,
peat, mulch)? If you know the classifications of agricultural soils, specify them and
note any prime farmland.
Site soils consist of silt, sand, gravel and cobbles_ Refer to the geotechnicai
report_
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If
so, describe.
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e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed_ Indicate source of fill_
Earthwork is expected to involve approximately 9,000 CY of cut (destination
TBD) and 3,000 CY of fill. Road base and paving materials will be imported
from an approved source.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe
Some erosion may occur during construction.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
Approximately 49%.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any.
Erosion control measures such as filter fabric fencing, a stabilized
construction entrance, inlet protection and cover measures will be used to
control the transport of sediment during construction. A Temporary Erosion
and Sediment Control (TESC) plan and a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
(SWPPP) will be prepared per City of Federal Way standards.
2_ Air
a_ What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e. dust,
automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project
is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities, if known --
Some dust may occur during construction.
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b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If
so, generally describe:
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c Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any
If construction occurs during the dry season, sprinkling of exposed surfaces
may be used to deter dust migration-
3 Water
a Surface:
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
yes, the site is located within the Hylebos Creek drainage basin, just
westerly of the West Hylebos Wetland Park. 670' northeasterly of the site is
major stream J-11 which is a branch of the western fork of Hylebos Creek.
See the TIR for additional information.
2) Will the project require any wort[ over. in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the
described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans:
Not applicable.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
Not applicable.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities, if known.
Not applicable.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note location on the
site plan_
No.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters?
If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
No-
b. Ground:
1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water?
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities, if known.
The Cottages West Phase III existing stormwater pond utilizes infiltration.
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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 systems(s) are expected to serve
Not applicable_
c Water Runoff (including storm water)
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
Village Green Phase If: Storm water from the site will be collected in catch
basins and routed through an existing detention/wet pond and bioswale.
See the TIR for more details_
Cottages West Phase III: Storm water from the site will be collected in
catch basins and routed through existing presettling and infiltration ponds_
See the TIR for more details.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe
Waste materials typically associated with residential development may
enter the ground or surface waters.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if
any.
Catch basins, sediment storage, detention/wet ponds and bioswale will be
used to preclude discharge of waste materials. Storm water will be controlled
per the 1998 King County Surface Water Design Manual with City of Federal
Way Addendum. Level 1 flow control will be provided.
Village Green Phase II: Storm water from the site will be collected in catch
basins and routed through an existing detention/wet pond and bioswale. See
the TIR for more details.
Cottages West Phase III: Storm water from the site will be collected in catch
basins and routed through existing presettling and infiltration ponds. See the
TIR for more details.
Public sewers will collect sanitary sewer.
Landscaping will be professionally maintained
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4 Plants
a Check or underline types of vegetation found on the site
X deciduous tree alder, maple, aspen, other
X evergreen tree fir, cedar, pine. other
X shn►bs
X grass
pasture
crop or grain
wet soil plants cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other
_ water Plants water lily, eelgrass, mil foil, other
X other types of vegetation blackberries
b What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
The site will be cleared as necessary for construction of buildings F. G, H, I and
J, and utilities installation. All significant trees within a 20' perimeter strip
around the site will be retained or replaced_
c List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site_
None_
d Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measure to preserve or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any.
All significant trees within a 20' perimeter strip around the site will be retained
or replaced. Residential landscaping will be provided along the site perimeter
within the landscape buffer, and also within the interior parking lots.
Landscape screening will be provided between 2"" Avenue SW and the
adjacent parking lot.
5. Animals
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a. Underline any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are
known to be on or near the site
birds. hawks, heron, eagle, songbirds, other- Crow, robin starling,other
songbirds
mammals_ deer, bear, elk, beaver, other Raccoon squirrel
Ash- bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site_
None.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain
Not applicable.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any.
Tree retention and landscaping will provide habitat for small mammals and
birds_
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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
Electricity and natural gas will be the energy source for heating.
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
Residences will comply with applicable energy codes.
7. Environmental Health
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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 special emergency services that might be required
Not applicable.
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any
Not applicable.
b Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment, operation, other)?
Traffic noise is present from I" Avenue South and SW 356"' Street_
Construction noise is also intermittently present from the adjacent Phase III
Cottages West site.
2) What types and level 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.
Some noise from construction equipment will occur during construction_
Hours of operation will be limited by City Code.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any.
Not applicable. Long-term noise from traffic along 1st Avenue South and
SW 35e Street would negate any on -site noise attributed to construction.
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8. Land And Shoreline Use
a What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
The current land use of the site is multi family residential. The site is bordered
to the south by SW 3561" Street and single-family residences, to the east by 1'
Avenue South and a commercial building, and to both the north and west by
single-family residences.
b Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
Past agricultural use is not known.
C. Describe any structures on the site.
The Phase III Cottages West site is currently under construction and will have
40 residences, either duplex or four-plex. The current Phase II Village Green
site does not have any buildings on it.
d_ Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
No.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
The Phase II Village Green site is zoned IRS 7.2_
The Phase III Cottages West site is zoned IRS 9.6.
f_ What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Single Family, High Density
g If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
Not applicable.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an environmentally critical area? If so,
specify_
Yes, the northern portion of both the Village Green and Cottages West sites fall
within a 1-, 5- and 10-year Wellhead Zone.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Approximately 368418 people will reside at the completed Phase II Village
Green and Phase III Cottages West projects.
j. Approximately how many people would the complete project displace?
None.
k_ Proposed measure to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any_
Not applicable.
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I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected
land uses and plans, if any
Proposal is a permitted use in the current IRS zone. Projected land uses are
expected to remain the same for the foreseeable future_ The project is in
keeping with the single and multi family development in the area_ Surface
water runoff is treated prior to discharge in accordance with current standards
and BMPs.
9_ Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high,
middle or low-income housing
205 market rate housing units and 9 affordable housing units will be provided.
b Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle or low-income housing
None will be eliminated by this project.
c. Proposed measure to reduce or control housing impacts, if any
Proposal provides housing.
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?
The tallest height is not expected to exceed 37'-2"_ Principal exterior material
is expected to be wood, cement board, architectural vinyl with possibly some
stone or brick trim. See conceptual architectural plans.
b What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
View obstructions are not anticipated. Views from the closest single and multi
family residences will be altered from partially undeveloped property.
c. Proposed measure to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any
Tree retention, landscaping and quality building design will be used to reduce
impacts_
11. Light And Glare
a_ What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur?
Minor residential lighting will occur in the evening hours-
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views?
Lighting is not expected to interfere with views or cause a safety hazard_
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c What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
None.
d Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any
Not applicable; light will not be directed toward surrounding properties_
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity?
The nearest parks include West Hylebos Wetlands Park and Hylebos Blueberry
Farm, which are aboutX, mile from the site-
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreations 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_
The site will have open spaces 1 informal recreation areas: lawn areas for
strolling; benches provide outdoor sitting places; a path around the perimeter
of the campus provides opportunity for quiet walks or exercise; pea patches
may provide opportunities for gardening.
13_ Historic And Cultural Preservation
a Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe
No-
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific,
or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
None_
c_ Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any_
Not applicable.
14_ Transportation
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a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access
to the existing street system_ Show on site plans, if any
The site fronts 1" Avenue South, SW 356"' Street and 2"d Avenue SW. The site
will be served by V Avenue South and 2"d Avenue SW.
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b Is site currently served by public transit. If not, what is the approximate distance to
the nearest transit stop?
Yes, the nearest transit stops are as follows:
@ V Avenue South & South 356`h Street approximately 0.03 mile from the site_
@ SW 356`h Street & 8 h Avenue SW approximately 0.47 mile from the site_
@ 1" Avenue South & SW Campus Drive approximately 0.47 mile from the site.
@ I" Avenue South & South 348t'' Street approximately 0.49 mile from the site.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the
project eliminate?
Completed project will have 223 parking spaces in conjunction with the
existing Village Green development. The project will add 120 surface and
underground parking spaces. The amount of onsite parking is being
increased. See the parking study.
d Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads
or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public
or private)
No, but the parking lot access will have minor improvements where it connects
to 2"d Avenue SW. Also, a Right of Way Dedication/Improvement Modification
was submitted to the City of Federal Way on 10/30/08.
e, Will the project 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? If
known, indicate when peak volumes would occur -
The project has 37 existing PM peak hour trips; 71 PM peak hour trips are
proposed, yielding 34 net new PM peak hour trips. Peak volumes occur
between 4pm and 6pm. See the trip generation.
g Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any.
Parking is being added by this project. Also, the applicant will pay a traffic
mitigation fee_
15. Public Services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire
protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? It so, generally describe.
The project will need public services such as fire, 911 and police protection.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any -
Increased property taxes will be generated by this project.
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16 Utilities
a Underline utilities currently available at the site- elparicity. natural gas. water, refuse
seance, tele hone sanitary sewer, septic system, other- cable
b Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service,
and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which
might be needed_
Sewer:
Lakehaven Utility District
Water
Lakehaven Utility District
Fire:
South King Fire and Rescue District
Electricity:
Puget Sound Energy
Gas:
Puget Sound Energy
Telephone:
Qwest
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: �
Date Submitted: llf eloe
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