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DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
P.O. Box 47775 • Olympia, Washington 98504-7775 • (360) 407-6300
February 26, 2002
Ms. Tami Merriman ~ Your address
City of Yelm ~ is in the
Community Development Deparnnent ~ - '-
P.O. Box 479 _-_ =;-~11 watershed
Yelm, WA 98597
Dear Ms. Merriman:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the mitigated determination ofnon-significance for the
proposal to construct a 32 unit apartment complex (Prairie Run Apartments) situated in four, 8 unit, two
story buildings, 1 single story community facility, parking/driveways, walks/patios with enclosed refuse
and recycle, located at 205 Mountain View Road, as proposed by Prairie Run Association, AWLP. We
reviewed the environmental checklist and have the following comments:
Water Quality:
Erosion and sediment control is a key to preserving habitat and preventing denudation of a developing
area. The following practices are recommended:
All exposed and unworked soils shall be stabilized by application of effective BMPs that protect
the soil from the erosive forces of raindrop impact and flowing water, and wind erosion.
From October 1 through April 30, no soils shall remain exposed and unworked for more than 2
days. From May 1 to September 30, no soils shall remain exposed and unworked for more than 7
days. This condition applies to all soils on site, whether at final grade or not.
b. Clearing limits and/or any easements or required buffers should be staked and flagged in the field.
c. Properties adjacent to the site of a land disturbance should be protected from sediment deposition
through the use of buffers or other perimeter controls, such as filter fence or sediment basins.
d. Provision should be made to minimize the tracking of sediment by construction vehicles onto
paved public roads. If sediment is deposited, it should be cleaned every day by shoveling or
sweeping. Water cleaning should only be done after the area has been shoveled out or swept.
e. Source control best management practices such as plastic covering, mulch, temporary seeding,
and phased clearing should be used to control erosion during construction.
All storm drains within the development should be stenciled "Dump No Waste, Drains to Stream" or
Groundwater.
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Ms. Teri Merriman
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February 26, 2002
Management should provide a designated area for car washing. That area should be tied into the sanitary
sewer where feasible. If this is not possible, then pretreatment, such as a grassed Swale, should be used
before the runoff from the area enters a stonnwater management system. Separate receptacles should be
provided for oil and antifreeze dumping. An effort should be made to recycle these wastes. Wastes must
be disposed of in a manner, which will not adversely impact the water quality of the state.
Solid Waste and Financial Assistance Program:
We appreciate the use of the refuse and recycling program as suggested.
If you have any questions or would like to respond to these comments, please call Ms. Kerry Carroll
with the Water Quality Program at (360) 407-6294, Ms. Mikel Baxter with the Solid Waste and
Financial Assistance Program at (360) 407-0067, or I be reached at (360) 407-6787.
Sincerely,
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Kari Rokstad
SEPA Coordinator
Southwest Regional Office
KR:os/lmc(02-784)
cc: Kerry Carroll, SWRO/WQ
Mikel Baxter, SWRO/SWFAP
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Dear Ms. Merriman;
!'hank you fbr the opportunity to comment on the mitibated determination of non-sibnifieance for the
proposal to construct a 32 unit apartment complex (Prairie Run Apartments) situated %n four, S unit, two
story hui]din(;s, 1 single story Community lacilit.y, parkini;/dt•ivc;ways, walks/patios with enclosed rcluse
and recycle, located at 205 Mountain View Road, as proposed by prairie Itun llssociation, A WLP. we
reviewed the environmental checklist and have the following comments;
'Water Ouali~;
];rosion and sediment control is a key to preserving habitat and prcvent.ing denudation of a developing
area. 'fhe followinb practices are recommended:
a. All exposed and unworked soils shall be stabilized by application of effcctivo BMYs that protect
the soil from the erosive forces of raindrop impact and flowing water, and wind erosion,
lrrom October 1 through April 30, no soils shall remain exposed and unworked for more than 2
days. Front May 1 to September 30, no soils shall remain exposed and unworked for more than 7
days. This condition applies to all soils on site, whether at #'inal grade or not.
b. Clearing limits and/or any easements or required buffers should be staked and flagged in the field.
~- Properties adjacent to the site of a land distut•bance should be protected from sediment deposition
through the use of buffers or other perimeter cont~•ols, such as filter fence or sediment basins.
d• Provision should be made to minimize the tracking of sediment by construction vc:hiclcs onto
paved public roads. if sediment is deposited, it. should be cleaned every clay by shoveling or
swCeping_ Water cleaning should only he done after the area has been Shoveled out or swept.,
e- Source control best management practices such as plastic covering, mulch, temporary seeding,
and phased clearing should be used to control erosion during construction,
All storm drains within the development should be stenciled "lluml No Waste, Brains to Stream" or
Groundwater. _... ....... .
FEB-26-2002 TUE 03 51 PM DOE SW REGIONAL OFFICE
Ms. T~rl Merriman
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Manat;emc;nt should provide a desig~lated area for car washing- 1~aC area should he tied into the sanita
sewer where feasible, If this is not possible, then pretreatment, such as a grassc;d swale, should be used
before the runoff from the area enters a storrnwater managc;inent system. Separate receptacles should be
provided for oil and antifreeze dumpinb. An effort should be made to recycle these wastes. Wastes must
be disposed of in a manner, which will not adversely impact the water. quality of the state.
Solid Waste and Fina~tcia) Assistaa~c:e Pro rani:
We appreciate the use of the refuse and recycling program as sug};este;d.
If you have any questions or would like to respond to these comments, please call M:s, 1'~err
with the Water Quality Prngrtni at (36U) 4U7-6294, Ms, Mikel Baxter with the Solid Wa to and ))
Fina~~cia! Assistance Program at (36U) 407-0067, or I be reached at (36U) 4U7-687•
Sincerely,
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Kart Rokstad
SEPA Coordinator
Southwest Regional Office
KR.'os/lmc(02-784)
cc: Kerry Carroll, SWRO/WQ
Mikel Baxter, SWRO/SVVFAI!'
City of Yelm
Community Development Department
P.O. Box 479
Yelm, WA 98597
(360) 458-3835
(360) 458-3144 FAX
Memorandum
To: SEPA Center
Dept, of Natural Resources
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From: Roberta Al1en,'Administrative Assistant
Date: February 13, 2002
Re: SEPA NO: 8300
On Tuesday, February 12, 2002, the City of Yelm mailed a Mitigated Determination of Non-
significance for Prairie Run Association, a 32-unit apartment complex, at 205 Mountain View
Road, Yelm, WA. However, we enclosed a copy of the Environmental Checklist for Yelm
Community Services expansion, in error. Therefore, enclosed is a copy of the correct
Environmental Checklist for the 32-unit apartment complex, along with another copy of the
Mitigated Determination of Non-significance. We apologize for this error and any
inconvenience it may have caused.
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Apartments~EnvCheckMemoCorrect.doe
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TO: WILLIE
FAX #: 360-407-6904
FROM: ROBERTA ALLEN
FAX TRANSMISSION
CITY OF YELM
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PO BOX 479 -105 YELM AVE W
YELM WA 98597
(360) 458-3835
FAX: (360) 458-3144
DATE: FEBRUARY 13, 2002
PAGES: 13, including this cover sheet.
SUBJECT: PRAIRIE RUN ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
COMMENTS:
The following is the Environmental Checklist for Prairie Run, a 32-unit
apartment complex at 205 Mountain View Road. The City of Yelm
apologizes for inadvertently sending the Environmental Checklist for
Yelm Community Services Expansion with the Mitigated Determination of
Nonsignificance for the 32-unit apartment complex.
* * IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE ALL COPIES, OR ANY COPY IS NOT LEGIBLE, PLEASE CALL
(360) 458-3835 AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
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SEPA NO: 8300
MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Proponent: Prairie Run Association, AWLP
Description of Proposal: Construction of a 32 unit apartment complex.
Location of the Proposal: 205 Mountain View Road, west side of Mountain View Road,
approximately 600 feet North of Yelm Highway.
Section/Township/Range: Tax Parcel # 75730000600, Section 24, Township 17N, Range 1 E.
Threshold Determination: The City of Yelm as lead agency for this action has determined that
this proposal does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. Therefore, an
environmental impact statement (EIS) will not be required under RCW 43.21 C.030(2)(c). This decision
was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead
agency. This information is available to the public on request.
Conditions/Mitigating Measures: SEE ATTACHED
Lead agency: City of Yelm
Responsible Official: Shelly Badger, City Administrator
Date of Issue: February 12, 2002
Comment Deadline: 5:00 P.M. February 26, 2002
She y Badger, ity dministd for
This Mitigated Determination of NonSignificance is issued pursuant to Washington Administrative Code 197-11-
340(2). The City of Yelm will not act on this proposal prior to 5:00 p.m., February 26, 2002. Comments must be
submitted to Tami Merriman, Community Development Department, City of Yelm, 105 Yelm Ave. W., P.O. Box
479, Yelm, WA 98597, by 5:00. p.m., February 26, 2002.
You may appeal this determination to the Yelm City Council, at above address, by submitting a written appeal no
later than 5:00 p.m., March 5, 2002. You should be prepared to make specific factual objections. Contact Agnes
Bennick, City Clerk, to learn more about the procedures for SEPA appeals. This MDNS is not a permit and does
not by itself constitute project approval. The applicant must comply with all applicable requirements of the City of
Yelm prior to receiving construction permits which may include but are not limited to the City of Yelm
Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Title (17), Critical Areas Ordinance (14.08), Storm water Drainage Design and
Erosion Control Manual (DOE), Uniform Building Code, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Title (14), Road
Design Standards, Platting and Subdivision Title (16), and the Shoreline Master Program.
DO NOT PUBLISH BELOW THIS LINE
Published: Nisqually Valley News, Friday, February 15, 2002
Posted in public areas: Tuesday, February 12, 2002.
Copies to: -Dept. of Ecology w/checklist February 12, 2002
All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list and adjacent property owners.
ATTACHMENT
SEPA CASE NO.: 8300
This Mitigated Determination of Non Significance is based on the project as proposed and
impacts and mitigation reflected in the following:
• Environmental Checklist (dated November 23, 2001, Prepared by R.G. Vigil,
Architects)
• Traffic Impact Analysis (dated November 1, 2001, Prepared by The Transpo Group)
• Geotechnical Report (dated August 15, 2000, Prepared by Terra Associates)
• Environmental Site Assessment (dated February, 2001, Prepared by Shannon &
Wilson, Inc.)
And the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall contribute $750 per new PM peak hour trip generated by the
project. The Transportation Facility Charge (TFC) shall be based on 19.2 new trips.
2. OAPCA and City Demolition permits are required for the demolition of the existing
structures. Existing wells, septic tanks, and septic drainfields are to be abandoned
as per State, and County regulations.
3. The applicant shall enter into an agreement with the Yelm School District to mitigate
project impacts to the school district.
Tami Merriman
From: Nisqually Valley News [classfds@nisquallyvalleyonline.comj
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2002 8:09 AM
To: tmerriman@ywave.com
Subject: Legal ad
Received legal ad SEPA NO: 8300
Publication date: Feb. 15, 2002
Thank you,
Janice Graves
Nisqually Valley News
458-2681
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT
AND NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS
Applicant: City of Yelm February 1, 2002
105 Yelm Ave. W, P.O. Box 479
Yelm, WA 98597 (360) 458-3244
TO ALL INTERESTED AGENCIES, GROUPS, AND PERSONS:
On or about February 20, 2002, the above named City will request the state of Washington Department of
Community, Trade and Economic Development (CTED) to release federal funds under Title I of the
Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (PL93-383) for the following project:
Yelm Community Services: Remodel and addition of 1600 sg. ft. to the Yelm Community Services
Childcare Center. Remodel and addition of 2,500 sg. ft, to the Yelm Community Services Thrift Shop.
Remodel and addition of 900 sg. ft. to the Yelm Community Services Food Bank. Remodel of
existing buildings, and addition of 7,600 sq. ft. gymnasium.
It has been determined that such request for release of funds will not constitute an action significantly
affecting the quality of the human environment and accordingly the above named City has decided not to
prepare an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (PL91-
190).
The reasons for such decision not to prepare such statement are as follows:
The proposed action will have no significant adverse impact on the environment.
An Environmental Review Record respecting the within project has been made by the above-named City
which documents the environmental review of the project, and more fully sets forth the reasons why such
statement is not required. This Environmental Review Record is on file at the above address, and is
available for public examination and copying upon request, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
No further environmental review of such project is proposed to be conducted prior to the request of
release of federal funds.
All interested agencies, groups, and persons disagreeing with this decision are invited to submit written
comments for consideration by the City of Yelm, to the Community Development Department, P.O. Box
479, Yelm, WA 98597. Such written comments should be received on or before February 15, 2002. All
such comments so received will be considered, and the City of Yelm will not request the release of
federal funds or take any administrative action on the project, on or before the date specified in the
preceding sentence.
The City of Yelm will undertake the project described above with Block Grant funds from the state of
Washington Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development (CTED) under Title I of the
Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended. The City of Yelm is certifying to CTED
that The City of Yelm and Shelly Badger, in her official capacity as City Administrator of the City of Yelm,
consent to accept the jurisdiction of the federal courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in
relation to environn~entai reviews, decision making and action; and that these responsibilities have been
satisfied. The legal effect of the certification is that upon its approval, City of Yelm may use the Block
Grant funds, and CTED will have satisfied its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act
of 1969. CTED will accept an objection to its approval only if it is on one of the following issues: a) that
the certification was not in fact executed by the certifying officer or other officer of applicant approved by
CTED; or b) that applicant's environmental review record for the project indicates omission of a required
decision-finding or step applicable to the project in the environmental review process. Objections must be
prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedure (24 CFR Par 58) and may be
addressed to CTED at 906 Columbia SW, P.O. Box 48300, Olympia, WA 98504-8300.
Objections to the release of funds on bases other than those stated above will not be considered by
CTED. No objection received after March 12, 2002, will be considered by CTED.
Shelly A. Badger, City Administrator
Published: Nisqually Valley News, February 1, 2002
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT (NEPA)
AND
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Description of Proposal: Remodel and addition of 1600 sq. ft. to the Yelm Community
Services Childcare Center. Remodel and addition of 2500 sq. ft. to the Yelm
Community Services Thrift Shop. Remodel and addition of 900 sq. ft. to the Yelm
Community Services Food Bank. Remodel of existing buildings, and addition of 7600
sq. ft. Gymnasium.
Location of Proposal: Yelm Community Services, (UCBO)
624 Crystal Springs Road
Yelm, WA 98597
Jurisdiction proposing action: City of Yelm
The jurisdiction proposing this action has determined that it does not have a probable
significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental Impact Statement
(EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21 C.0302 (O) (c). This decision was made after
review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead
agency. This information is available to the public on request.
X This DNS is issued under WAC-197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on
this proposal for 14 days from the date below. Comments must be submitted to
the City of Yelm, Community Development Department, 105 Yelm Ave. W,
P.O. Box 479, Yelm, WA 98597 by February 15, 2002.
Responsible Official: Shelly Badger
Position/Title: City Administrator Phone: (360) 458-3244
Address: City of Yelm, 105 Yelm Ave. W, P.O. (Box 479, Yel/m~, W/A 98597
Date: February 1, 2002 Signature: `,'',~~ ~ f'; - L( /~~'~1C , --
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PUBLISHED: Nisqually Valley News, Friday, February 1, 2002
January 7, 2002
Ronald Vigil
Prairie Run Association
1200 112th N E
C-163
Bellevue, WA 98004
Re: Prairie Run Apartments, Environmental Review
Dear Mr. Vigil:
The Site Plan Review Committee has reviewed your Environmental Checklist
and supporting documents, and requests further information.
The project is a USDA funded project, providing !ow and median income housing.
How many units will be low income, and for how long?
There are a couple of items in the Limited Traffic Study that will need further
clarification.
T he City of Yelm cannot accept the use of the City of Seattle report relating to
parking. The report is a proposed amendment, and if only proposed, it is not a
regulation of the City. City of Seattle multi-family housing is very different than
housing in Yelm, in regards to traffic, transit service, and location of facilities. if
you would like to use this study as a basis for a reduced Traffic Facility Charge,
the City of Yelm will need detailed analysis, and proof that the information in the
report applies to characteristics of the City of Yelm.
The City also cannot accept the information regarding the median income in the
Olympia area. The income levels for the City of Yelm are different than the City
of Olympia. Again, if you would like to use this information as a basis for a
reduced Traffic Facility Charge, you will need to provide detailed analysis, and
proof that the information is applicable to the City of Yelm.
Other than these items, the City is prepared to issue a Mitigated Determination of
NonSignificance (MDNS) for the project. The Traffic Facility Charge is a
mitigating requirement of the environmental review, and if you wish to pursue the
facility charge reduction, we will wait to issue the MDNS.
If you choose to accept the City's determination of the traffic facility charge, we
can issue the MDNS, and continue the project review.
Please call me to let me know your preference, or if you have any questions.
I can be reached at (360) 458-8496.
Sincerely,
Tami Merriman
Planning Technician
cc: Cathie Carlson
CITY OF YELM
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Instructions:
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The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) requires all governmental agencies to
consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. The
purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help identify impacts from your
proposal, to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal if it can be done, and to help the
City decide whether an EIS is required. An environmental impact statement (EIS) must
be prepared for any proposal with probable significant adverse impacts on
environmental quality.
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your
proposal. The City will use this checklist to determine whether the environmental
impacts of your proposal are significant and require preparation of an EIS. You must
answer each question accurately, carefully and to the best of your knowledge. Answer
the questions briefly, but give the best description you can. In most cases, you should
be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without
the need for experts. If you do not know the answer, ,or if a question does not apply to
your proposal, write "do not know" or "does not apply . Complete answers to the
questions now may avoid delays later. If the space provided is too small, feel free to
attach additional sheets.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and
landmark designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the
city staff 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. You may be asked to
explain your answers or provide additional information for determining if there may be
significant adverse impacts.
Nonproject Proposals Only:
Complete both the checklist (even though many questions may be answered "does not
apply") and the Supplemental Sheet for Nonproject Actions (part D). For nonproject
actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "pro ert
or site" should be read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area," p y
respectively.
CITY OF YELM
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
A. BACKGROUND
CITY USE ONLY
FEE: _ $150.00
DATE RECD
BY:
FILE NO.
1. Name of proposed project, if any:
Prairie Run Apartments, a 32 unit family housing funded the USDA, Rural
Development.
2. Name of applicant:
Prairie Run Assoc, A Washington Limited Partnership
3. Address and phone number of applicant and of any other contact person:
1200 112t" NE, C-163
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 454-8205
4. Date checklist prepared:
November 6, 2001
5. Agency requesting checklist:
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6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Construction to begin January 2002
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.
Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment by Shannon S~ Wilson, Inc.
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of
other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes,
explain.
No
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10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal,
if known.
Grading & drainage, on site ~ off site sewer ~ water, building, plumbing
electrical, street improvements.
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.
Thirty two units of family housing situated in 4- eight unit, two story
Buildings, 1-single story community facility, parking ~ driveways, walks &
Patios, enclosed refuse 8< recycle, common facilities: atot-lot, sports
court, outdoor sitting area, together with landscaping per the City
standards.
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 sites}. Provide a legal
description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available.
You need not duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit
applications related to this checklist.
205 Mountain View Road, approximately 600 feet north of Yelm Highway.
Lot 6, Sprague Subdivision, Thurston County, Section 20, Township 17 N,
Range 1 E, WM. (Tax lot 7573-00-00600)
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one):
flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other Covered with
rass and a few small Douglas fir trees
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
3%
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand,
gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils,
specify them and note any prime farmland.
Sandy-gravelly with a soil bearing value of 2,500 psf.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate
vicinity? If so, describe.
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No
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or
grading proposed. Indicate source of fill.
Building excavation for footings 8~ floor slabs; Parking lot excavation
Approximately 1750-2000 cy. Top soil will be stockpiled and reused.
The remaining soil will be used for berms through out the project
And around the perimeter of the detention pond.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so,
generally describe.
Yes.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces
after project construction such as asphalt or buildings?
Buildings, sidewalks, patios, paving & refuse areas-47%
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the
earth, if any:
A temporary erosion control system @ site perimeter will be installed
to prevent damage to adjacent properties. Percolation of the site
soil is very good. There should not be any runoff onto adjacent
properties.
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e.,
dust, automobile exhaust, odors, industrial wood smoke) during
construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally
describe and give approximate quantities if known.
During excavation there will be some dust; exhaust emissions from
On site construction vehicles; There will be some odors when paving
of the parking lot 8~ driveways.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your
proposal? If so, generally describe.
No.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air,
if any:
The grounds will be watered down as necessary during excavation
And backfill. Construction will be limited and staggered with
morning 8~ afternoon commuting traffic.
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3. Water
a. Surface Water
1) Is there any surface water body or wetland on or in the immediate vicinity
of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes,
ponds)? If yes, describe type and provide names. State what stream or
river it flows into?
No.
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 300 feet)
the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
No.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site
that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
None.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give
general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note elevation
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. Groundwater:
1) Will groundwater be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to
groundwater? Give general description, purpose, and approximate
quantities if known.
No.
2) Describe the underlying aquifer with regard to quality and quantity, ,~v"
sensitivity, protection, recharge areas, etc. ~ ~ S`~
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3) Describe waste material that will be discharged into or onto the ground
from septic tanks or other sources, if any (such as domestic sewage;
industrial byproducts; agricultural chemicals).
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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.
There will be runoff from parking 8~ driveway areas . An on site
Drainage system will collect, filter vehicular oils and detention pond
That will allow runoff to percolate down through the gravel
subsurface. There will be runoff from the roof surFace. Roof
runoff will be discharged into drywells at various locations at the
perimeter of each building.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally
describe.
No.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff
water impacts, if any:
On site grading 8~ drainage system that will collect runoff or parking
8~ driveways, collected with catch basins w/ oil separators and
discharged to a detention pond at the rear (west side) of the
property. At the base of roof downspouts there will be tight lines
leading to drywells located 5-10 feet away from buildings.
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Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
_x_ deciduous tree: alder, maple, oak, aspen, other
_x_ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
shrubs
_x_ grasses
pasture
crops or grains
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup,
water plants: water lily, eelgrass,
other types of vegetation
bulrush, skunk cabbage, other
milfoil, other
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
All grasses and low ground cover will be removed form the site.
Existing trees will be retained where possible.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
None.
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d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to
preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any:
All new and replacement trees, shrubs groundcovers, grasses
will be native to the area.
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds and animals that have been observed on or near the site
or are known to be on or near the site:
birds: hawk, heron, ducks, eagle, songbirds,
other:
mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, shellfish, other:
b. List any priority, 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 known.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
Plant materials used will be native to the vicinity and will
provide habitat for birds, etc.
6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, gasoline, heating oil, wood,
solar etc.) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs?
Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing,
transportation, etc.
Electric resistant 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:
The project will be designed to comply with the Washington State
Energy Code in effect in the City of Yelm area.
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7. Environmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic
chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spills, of hazardous waste, that could
occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe.
No.
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
NA
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if
any:
NA
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for
example: traffic, equipment operation, other)?
During construction there will be traffic from construction vehicles
ie: Excavation equipment S~ trucks. In addition, there will be noise
from construction tools ~ equipment.
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with
the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic,
construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come
from the site.
Short term: Noise levels are not know, however the construction time
can be limited to times that do not affect adjacent property owners.
Long term: There will be noise from occupants that will be living in
the proposed complex. The project's on site manager can control
noise from tenants.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Short term: Limit construction hours.
Long term: On site project manager will set rules for the
Noise requirements.
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
North- duplexes
South- single family
West- commercial
East- vacant (across the street)
b. Has the site been used for mineral excavation, agriculture or forestry? If
so, describe.
No.
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c. Describe any structures on the site.
Carport ~ shed
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
Yes, all will be removed.
e. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
R-14, Multifamily high density.
f. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
Same as above.
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of
the site?
NA
h. Has any part of the site been classified as a "natural resource" "critical"
or "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify.
No.
Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed
project?
100-120 persons.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
None
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
NA
Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing
and projected land uses and plans, if any:
Design of the proposed project is using materials, colors compatible
with adjacent properties,
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate
whether high, middle, or low-income housing.
Thirty-two units for low & moderate income occupants. Owner is
Providing 7 barrier free units which is 5 more than required by the
State of Washington. All common facilities will provide barrier free
Access.
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b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate
whether high, middle, or low-income housing.
None.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
NA
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?
Twenty-five feet.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
None.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Design, scale, material choice and colors will be considered
In the development of the project.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day
would it mainly occur?
There will be light emitted from the occupants; exterior lighting on
The buildings ,general site lighting and vehicles of the occupants.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or
interfere with views?
Not known.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
Lighting from adjacent properties, which is insignificant.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
The only controls can be made is the choice of exterior lighting.
Building & site lighting will be designed to eliminate light 8~ glare
directed away from the perimeter of the project.
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the
immediate vicinity?
School playgrounds 8~ Parks.
b. Would the proposed projec displace any existing recreational uses? If
so, describe. ~ \~
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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts or provide recreation
opportunities:
There will be enclosed recreation room in the community building.
A fenced tot-lot ,mini sport court , lawn ~ sitting area are provided in
the complex. Within the community building there will be a room with
computer connections available to the occupants.
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, archeological,
scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
NA
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
NA
14. Transportation
a. Identify sidewalks, trails, public streets and highways serving the site,
and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site
plans, if any.
Mountain View Rode serves the property. There are no sidewalks.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? By what means? If not, what
plans exist for transit service?
No.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many
would the project eliminate?
64; including 6 handicapped & 1 van space.
None will 6e eliminated.
d. Will the proposal require any new sidewalks, trails, roads or streets, or
improvements to existing sidewalks, trails, roads or streets, not including
driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private).
Yes.'/z street surface( 16 feet asphalt), 5 foot sidewalk, curb 8~ gutter
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
No.
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f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed
project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. ~~i~~ ~ ~~
Morning ~ afternoon traffic. ~~1(.~j
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g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
Encourage sharing vehicle trips.
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)?
If so, generally describe:
Yes. Additional children will require school bus access. The project
has been designed to provide maneuvering space for fire 8< refuse
collection vehicles. There are two (2) on site fire hydrants spaced so
that the 150 ft radius covers all structures on the property.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public
services, if any.
Encourage fire safety, minimize trash & encourage recycling.
On site manager has strict rules regarding living, storage of junk
and use of all facilities.
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas,
water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other.
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.
Water- connect to existing 8 inch service in Mountain View Road
San-sewer- collect sewer adjacent to each building (total 5) and
pump to new 4 inch forced main installed by contractor across the
property frontage ~ extending approx. 600 feet to forced main in
Yelm Highway.
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I
understand that the City of Yelm is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature: ~vaa~cl~' ~Qi~
Date Submitted: 11/23/01
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