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Environmental ReviewSEPA NO: 8340 MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE Proponent: D&D Associates, LLC Description of Proposal: Subdivide 40.42 acres into 202 single-family residential lots. The project includes the construction of stormwater facilities, interior streets, and street improvements to Killion Road and Cullens Road. Location of the Proposal: The project site is located between Killion Road and Cullens Road, approximately 1800 feet north of Yelm Ave. West. Section/Township/Range: Section 13, 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: Grant Beck, Community Development Director Date of Issue: August 21, 2003 Com line: September 12, 2003 at 5:00 P.M. ppe eadl'~ e'. ~ September 19, 2003 at 5:00 P.M. Grant ~kck,1~'ommunity Development Director T ja'Mitigated Determination of NonSignificance (MDNS) is issued pursuant to Washington Administrative Code 197-11-340 (2). Comments must be submitted to Tami Merriman, Community Development Department, at City of Yelm, 105 Yelm Ave. W., P.O. Box 479, Yelm, WA 98597, by September 12, at 5:00 P.M. The City of Yelm will not act on this proposal prior September 19, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. You may appeal this determination to the Yelm Hearing Examiner, at above address, by submitting a written appeal no later than September 19, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. You should be prepared to make specific factual objections. Contact Grant Beck, Community Development Director, 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 Code (Title 17 YMC), Critical Areas Code (Chapter 14.08 YMC), Storm water Drainage Design and Erosion Control Manual (DOE), Uniform Building Code, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) (Title 14 YMC), Road Design Standards, Platting and Subdivision Code (Title 16 YMC), and the Shoreline Master Program. DO NOT PUBLISH BELOW THIS LINE Published: Nisqually Valley News, Friday, August 29 Posted in public areas: Friday, August 29 Copies to: All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list and adjacent property owners Dept. of Ecology w/checklist ATTACHMENT SEPA Case Number 8340 Findings of Fact This Mitigated Determination of Non Significance is based on the project as proposed and the impacts and potential mitigation measures reflected in the following environmental documents: • Environmental Checklist (dated May 15, 2003, prepared by Parametrix) • Traffic Impact Analysis (dated August 18, 2003, prepared Transportation Engineering Northwest) • Preliminary Storm Drainage and Erosion Control Report (dated May 2003, prepared by Parametrix) 2. The traffic impact analysis (TIA) submitted as part of the subdivision application indicates that the project will generate 1,960 vehicle trips per day, with a PM peak of 205 vehicles per hour. The TIA indicated that: The intersection of West Yelm Avenue (SR 510) and Cullens Road will be at Level of Service (LOS) F with an average delay of 66 seconds on Yelm Avenue in 2008, assuming a baseline annual growth rate of 4%. Southbound on Cullens entering Yelm Avenue will be a LOS F with an average delay of less than 100 seconds. The project will increase wait times to over 100 seconds in each instance. The intersection of West Yelm Avenue and Killion Road will be LOSE (LOS F southbound on Killion) in 2008 and the project will increase the average delay slightly. Frontage improvements will be constructed along Killion Road and Cullens Road. Killion Road and Cullens Road will be widened to 24 feet from the entrances to the subdivision to the improved roadway. 3. The City of Yelm has adopted a concurrency management system as required by the Growth Management Act. Chapter 15.40 YMC (concurrency Management) is designed to ensure that the improvements required to support development are available at the time of development. A concurrency determination may be issued for a proposal as it relates to transportation issues when: the development provides on-site frontage improvements; the project makes off-site improvements as necessary to provide for the safe movement of traffic; and the project makes a contribution to projects identified the six year transportation improvement program in the form of a Transportation Facilities Charge. The Growth Management Act at Section 36.70.070 (6)(b) states that a finding of concurrency can be issued when required improvements are in place at the time of development or that a financial commitment is in place to complete the improvements or strategies within six years. 4. Improvements to West Yelm Avenue, including a two way center turn lane, is listed as a project on the 2003 - 2008 Transportation Improvement Program. West Yelm Avenue is a State Highway (SR 510). There is no financial commitment currently in place to complete the improvement. Improvements. to Cullens Road and Killion Road at their intersection with West Yelm Avenue (SR 510) are listed as projects on the 2003 - 2008 Transportation Improvement Program. There is no financial commitment currently in place to complete the improvement. 5. The Yelm School District has adopted a school mitigation requirement based on the demand that new residential units create for additional school services and facilities. Additional demands on the school system will be mitigated through the requirement that the developer enter into a mitigation agreement with the District. Conclusions of Law and Mitigation Measures The developer shall mitigate transportation impacts based on the new residential p.m. peak hour trips generated by the project. The Transportation Facility Charge (TFC) shall be based on 1.01 new peak hour trips per residential unit. The proponent will be responsible for a TFC of $757.50 per dwelling unit which is payable at time of building permit. Prior to final subdivision approval of Phase I of the proposal, the following transportation improvements shall be complete: The developer shall widen Cullens Road from the subdivision entrance to West Yelm Avenue to a width of 24 feet. The developer is solely responsible for the expense of this improvement. At its intersection with West Yelm Avenue, Cullens Road shall be widened to include a northbound lane from West Yelm Avenue, a left turn lane onto West Yelm Avenue, and astraight-through/right turn lane onto West Yelm Avenue. The addition of turn lanes is a partial intersection improvement to mitigate immediate impacts of the development and is based on the developers share of the full intersection improvement. Traffic Facilities Charges shall be credited towards this improvement. At its intersection with Cullens Road, West Yelm Avenue shall be widened to include an eastbound left turn lane at least 125 feet in length. The addition of a turn lane is a partial intersection improvement to mitigate immediate impacts of the development and is based on the developers share of the full intersection improvement. Traffic Facilities Charges shall be credited towards this improvement. Prior to final subdivision approval of Phase II of the proposal, the following transportation improvements shall be complete: The developer shall widen Killion Road from the subdivision entrance to West Yelm Avenue to a width of 24 feet. The developer is solely responsible for the expense of this improvement. Prior to final subdivision approval of Phase III of the proposal, the following transportation improvements shall be complete: At its intersection with Killion Road,. West Yelm Avenue shall be widened to include an eastbound left turn lane at least 125 feet in length. The addition of a turn lane is a partial intersection improvement to mitigate immediate impacts of the development and is based on the developers share of the full intersection improvement. Traffic Facilities Charges shall be credited towards this improvement. The City may defer this improvement at the time Phase III is submitted for final subdivision approval based on other development activity impacting the Killion Road intersection with West Yelm Avenue. 3. The developer shall enter into an agreement with the Yelm School District to mitigate project impacts to the school district. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST A. BACKGROUND Name of proposed project, if applicable: Rosewood Prelimi~tary Plat 2. Name of applicant: DND Associates, LLC Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: P O fox 310 Cathie Carlson Gig Harbor, WA 98335 The Shea Group Contact: Don Findlay 8830 Tallon Lane Phone: (253) 851-3600 Lacey, WA 98516 Phone: (360) 459-3609 4. Date checklist prepared: May 14, 2003 Agency requesting checklist: City of Yelm Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable) Plans are to develop the plat in three phases: The first phase, 871ots, is planned for 2004. Phase 2, 67 lots, is planned for construction in 2005, and Phase 3, 48 lots, for construction in 2006. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. ~ "~ There are no plans beyond construction of the residential subdivision. Once the preliminary plat l:as been approved for content and compliance with local regulations, t1:e applicant will request a vacation of the right-of-way along the northern property line. If approved, the vacated right-of--way will be landscaped and incorporated into the final plat design. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Environmental cl:ecklist, Soils Report, Erosion Control Plan, Storm Drainage Plan, Grading Plan, Storn: Drainage Report, Traffic hnpact A~:alysis. Environmental Checklist Page 1 Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. We are not aware of any pending applications or other proposals that wozzld affect this property. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Environmental Threshold Determination, Grading Plan Approval, Engineering Plan Approval, Preliminary Plat Approval, Final Plat Approval. 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 these answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify their form to include additional specific information on project description.) The proposal is fora 202-lot single family residential subdivision on 40.42 acres, including associated storm drainage facilities, open space, landscaping and buffering. 12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. The proposed project will be sited on 40.42 acres between Cullens Road and Killion Road, approximately 1,800 feet north of West Yelm Avenue. It is located in Section 13, Township 17, Range IE, Tax Parcel Numbers 21713440000, 21713440100, 21713440200 and 2173440300. Environmental Checklist Page 2 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 1. Earth a) General description of the site (circle one): Flat rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other.... The site is generally flat, with, on-site elevation ranging from a low of 336 feet in the southeast property corner to a high of 350 feet in the center of the southern property line. b) What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? According to the Soils report prepared by Pacific Rim Soil and Water, the steepest slope on the site is approximately 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. According to the Thurston County Soil Survey, soils on site are classified as Spanaway gravelly sandy loam, 0-1 S% slope, and Spanaway stony sandy loam, 0-3% slope. d) Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. There are no surface indications of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity. e) Describe the purpose, type and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. Grading and filling will be minimal because the site is relatively flat. Approximately 7,000 cubic yards of material will be cut for wetponds and infiltration ponds. f) Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Erosion is always a possibility on construction sites. The l:igl:est potential for erosion will occur during the grading process for the secbdivisio~:. See item Ii. below for proposed co~:trol methods. g) About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Approximately 7.53 acres (18.6%) of the site will be impervious surfaces roadways, and sidewalks. Environmental Checklist Page 3 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY h) Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: An erosion control plan will be developed in accordance with the City of Yelm standards. This plan will be reviewed and approved by the City. Erosion control fencing and other devices will be used to ensure no materials leave the site. 2. Air a) What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobiles, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed: If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. During construction, emissions to the air will be released from heavy equipment and construction staff vehicles. Following construction, emissions from residents' vehicles will be released on site. All emission quantities are anticipated to be within normal ranges for residential subdivisions. b) Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. There are no off-site sources of emissions or odor that would affect this proposal. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: All heavy equipment used during construction will be fitted with required emission control devices. ' 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. The project boundary at Cullers Road is located approximately 400 feet west of Yebn Creek. 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. No work will be clone over, in, or adjacent to Yebr Creek. Environmental Checklist Page 4 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 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 surface water withdrawals or diversions are planned as a part of this project. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. The proposal does not lie within a 100 year floodplain. 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. No waste materials will be discharged to surface waters as a result of this project. 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. No groundwater will be withdrawn and no water will be discharged to groundwater as a result of this project. 2) Describe waste materials that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: domestic sewage; industrial containing the following chemicals...; agricultural, etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. Treated stormwater will be infrltrated into the ground. All stormwater treatment and infiltration facilities will be designed in accordance with City of Yelm standards. c) Water runoff (including stormwater) 1) Describe the source of runoff (including stormwater) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where Environmental Checklist Pagc 5 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. Runoff will be generated by rooftops, driveways, and roadways. Stormwater will be treated and systems will be designed in accordance with City of Yelm standards and the Department of Ecology Stormwater Manual. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. It is unlikely that waste materials could enter ground or surface waters as a result of this project. d) 4 a) b) c) Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: Stormwater systems will be designed in accordance with the City of Yelm's standards. Stormwater will be treated prior to infiltration into the ground. All plans will be reviewed and approved by the City of Yelm prior to construction. Plants Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: X deciduous tree _X_evergreen tree _X_ shrubs alder, maple, aspen, other fir, cedar, pine, other grass _X_ pasture ' crop or grain wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other other types of vegetation What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Douglas Fir trees and pasture grass will be removed to accommodate tl:e planned development. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. Environmental Checklist 7 .ti~w~ V ~~ Page 6 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY d) Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: The project will be landscaped in accordance with City of Yelm regttlations. 5. Animals a) Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site: birds: hawk, heron, eagl ,songbirds; other: mammals: deer;)beer, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other b) List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. c) Is the site part of a migration route: If so, please explain. The site has not been identified as part of a migration route. c) Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: None needed. 6. Energy and natural resources a) What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed project's energy.needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. The houses constructed on site will ttse electricity and natural gas for lighting, heating and cooling. b) Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. Tlie project will trot affect tl:e potential use of solar energy by adjace~tt parcels. 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: Houses will be constructed in accordance with Uniform Building Code and Wasl:ington Ener,~ Code standards. Environmental Checklist Page 7 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 7. Environmental Health EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 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 ezvironmental health hazards will occur as a result of this project. 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. No special emergency services will be required by this project. 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health ' hazards, if any: None needed. b) Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Both Cullens Road and Killion Road are classifted as neighborhood collector roads. Traffic noise typical of a residential area exist in the project vicinity. 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 will be generated by heavy equipment and construction activity. Long term noise will include noise from residents' vehicles and activities. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Standard muffling equipment will be installed on all heavy equipment. 8. Land and shoreline use a) What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The site is currently an open pasture with no structures. Adjacent property is developed witJz single family residences or is vacant property. b) Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. The site has z:ot been used for agriculture izz recent years. Environmental Checklist Page $ TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT c) Describe any structures on site. There are no structures on site. d) Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? No structures will demolished. e) What is the current zoning classification of the site? EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY The cztrrent zoning classification of the site is Medium Density Residential, (R-6) f) What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site: The current comprehensive plan designation of the site is Medium Density Residential. g) If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site: None. h) Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. The aquifer recharge area is classified as sensitive. i) Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? It is estimated that approximately 485 people would reside in the completed project (2.4 individuals per household.) j) Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? Tl:e site is currently vacant. The project would not displace any people. k) Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: Nozze needed. 1) Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: The project will be designed to meet or exceed all City of Yelnz zozzing standards. All plans will be reviewed by the City of Yelm to ensure compliance with all applicable adopted ordinances. Environmental Checklist Page 9 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 9. Housing a) Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle or low income housing. Approximately 202 middle income tcnits would be provided b) Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle orlow-income housing. No units would be eliminated by this project. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any? None needed. 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 maximum height of a building in this zone is 35 feet. The principal exterior building material will be decided by individual home buyers. b) What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? The view from adjacent properties is currently a vacant field. The property will be converted to a developed site. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: The site will be landscaped in accordance with City of Yelm standards. The final landscaping, irrigation and open space improvement plan will be reviewed and approved by the City of Yelm. 11. Light and Glare a) What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Street lighting will be designed and icstalled as required by City of Yelm standards. Liglting of Izomes will be typical of residential subdivisions. b) Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? Lighting will be designed and installed as required by City of Yebn development standards. Lighting will be designed to comply with all safety standards. Environmental Checklist Page 10 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY c) What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? There are no off-site sor~rces of light or glare that wotdd affect this proposal. d) Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: None needed. 12. Recreation a) What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? Yelm High School is located approximately 1/2 mile to the west of the project. b) Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. No recreational uses will be displaced by the project. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including _:,~/~~ ~~ ,r recreation opportunities to be provided by the project, or applicant, if any: ~ , 1~ ~ , Approximately 2.46 acres of the project area will be open space which will `~ ~ '' be used for a playground, tot lots, walking trails, etc. ~ v+~ ~`~-~ a~ ~~ 13. Historic and cultural preservation ~~ ~' a) Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or (.~ v local preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, \ ~ ' `~ generally describe. n ~' None known. I7 ~ b) Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. No evide~rce of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance is known to be on or next to the site. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: No~ee proposed Environmental Checklist Page 1 1 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 14. Transportation a) Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY The project site is located between Cullens Road and Killion Road. Access to the subdivision will be to/from both Cullens Road and Killion Road The project will provide frontage improvements to both roads, including sidewalks. Sidewalks will also be provided on the internal roads. b) Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? Intercity Transit serves Yelm on Yelm Avenue. Buses will not travel:into the site. c) How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? A minimum of two off-street parking spaces will be provided for each dwelling unit. 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). New internal roads will be constructed to the City of Yelm's standards for either Neighborhood Collector or Local Access Residential Street. Both road sections include sidewalks. Half street improvements will be constructed on Killion Road and Cullens Road. ~'`~~` J~ ~~~~~~. ~h~ ~~ e) Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. The project will not use or occur in the immediate vici~:ity of water, rail or air transportation. f) How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project. If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. According to the cccrrent edition of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Gee:eratio~: report, the Sig:gle-Family Detached Housing laud use (la~:d-use code 210) generates 9.57 daily trips per dwelling unit, or a total of 1,933 daily trips for this project. It lists a PM peak hour trip generation rate of 1.01 per unit, which equates to 204 trips during tl:e PM peak hour. g) Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any. See Transportation Impact Analysis prepared by Transportation Engi~ieering North West for proposed mitigation. Environmental Checklist Page 12 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 15. Public services EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 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. The project may require occasional police or fire response. Cl:ildre~a from the residences will attend Yelm schools. b) Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public service, if any: The developer will negotiate an agreement with the Yelm School District to mitigate impacts to the school district. At the current time, mitigation fees are $1,645.00 per single family residence. 16. Utilities a) Circle utilities currently available at the site. electricity ' atural gas, water, refuse service ~~telephone sanitary sewer, septic sys em, 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. Electricity Natural Gas Water Sanitary Sewer Telephone Refuse Service C. SIGNATURE Puget Sound Energy Puget Sound Energy City of Yelm City of Yelm Yelm Telephone Le May, Inc. ' 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. ~? // COY' 't f~~--~ Signature .-, j (j ~ Date bmi ed Environmental Checklist Pagc 13 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST A. 2. 3. BACKGROUND Name of proposed project, if applicable: Rosewood Preliminary Plat Name of applicant: DND Associates, LLC Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: P O .fox 310 Gig Harbor, WA 98335 Contact: Don Findlay Phone: (253) 851-3600 Cathie Carlson The Shea Group 8830 Tallon Lane Lacey, WA 98516 Phone: (360) 459-3609 4. Date checklist prepared: May 14, 2003 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Yelm 6. 7 8. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable) Plans are to develop the plat in three phases: The first phase, 87 lots, is planned for 2004. Phase 2, 67 lots, is planned for construction in 2005, and Phase 3, 48 lots, for construction in 2006. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. There are no plans beyond construction of the residential sicbdivision. Once the preliminary plat has been approved for content and compliance with local regulations, the applicant will request a vacation of tl:e riglzt-of-way along tl:e northern property line. If approved, the vacated right-of--way will be landscaped and incorporated into tl:e final plat design. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Environmental checklist, Soils Report, Erosion Control Plan, Storm Drainage Plan, Grading Plan, Storm Drainage Report, Traffic Impact Analysis. Environmental Checklist Page 1 ,~, Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. We are not aware of any pending applications or outer proposals that would affect this property. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Environmental Threshold Determination, Grading Plan Approval, Engineering Plan Approval, Preliminary Plat Approval, Final Plat Approval. 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 these answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify their form to include additional specific information on project description.) The proposal is fora 202-lot single family residential subdivision on 40.42 acres, including associated storm drainage facilities, open space, landscaping and buffering. 12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. The proposed project will be sited on 40.42 acres between Cullens Road and Killion Road, approximately 1,800 feet north of West Yelm Avenue. It is located in Section 13, Township 17, Range IE, Tax Parcel Numbers 21713440000, 21713440100, 21713440200 and 2173440300. Environmental Checklist Page 2 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 1. Earth a) General description of the site (circle one): Flat rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other.... The site is generally flat, with, on-site elevation ranging from a low of 336 feet in the southeast property corner to a I:igh of 350 feet in the center of tlae southern property line. b) What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? According to the Soils report prepared by Pacific Rim Soil and Water, the steepest slope on the site is approximately 3%. c) What genezal 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. According to the Thurston County Soil Survey, soils on site are classified as Spanaway gravelly sandy loam, 0-1 S% slope, and Spanaway stony sandy loam, 0-3% slope. d) Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. There are no surface indications of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity. e) Describe the purpose, type and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. Grading and filling will be minimal because the site is relatively flat. Approximately 7,000 cubic yards of material will be cut for wetponds and infiltration ponds. f) Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Erosion is always a possibility on construction sites. The highest potential for erosion will occur during tl:e gradi~zg process for the subdivision. See item h. below for proposed co~rtrol methods. g) About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Approximately 7.53 acres (18.6%) of the site will be impervious surfaces roadways, and sidewalks. Environmental Checklist Page 3 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY h) Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: An erosion control plan will be developed in accordance with the City of Yelm standards. Tltis plan will be reviewed and approved by the City. Erosion control fencing and other devices will be used to ensure no materials leave the site. 2. Air a) What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobiles, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed:. If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. During construction, emissions to the air will be released from heavy equipment and construction staff vehicles. Following construction, emissions from residents' vehicles will be released on site. All emission quantities are anticipated to be within normal ranges for residential subdivisions. b) Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. There are no off-site sources of emissions or odor that would affect this proposal. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: All heavy equipment used during construction will be fitted with required emission control devices. 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. Tl:e project bott~:dary at Cttllens Road is located approximately 400 feet west of Yeb~: Creek. 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. No work will be done over, in, or adjacent to Yebn Creek. Environmental Checklist Page 4 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 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 surface water withdrawals or diversions are planned as a part of this project. S) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. The proposal does not lie within a 700 year floodplain. 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. No waste materials will be discharged to surface waters as a result of this project. 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. No groundwater will be withdrawn and no water will be discharged to groundwater as a result of this project. 2) Describe waste materials that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: domestic sewage; industrial containing the following chemicals...; agricultural, etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. Treated stormwater will be infiltrated into the ground. All stornnvater treatment and infrltration facilities will be designed in accorda~ace with Ciry of Yelm standards. c) Water runoff (including stormwater) 1) Describe the source of runoff (including stormwater) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where Environmental Checklist Page 5 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. Runoff will be generated by rooftops, driveways, and roadways. Stormwater will be treated and systems will be designed in accordance with City of Yelm standards and the Department of Ecology Stormwater Manual. d) 4. a) b) c) 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. It is unlikely that waste materials could enter ground or surface waters as a result of this project. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: Stormwater systems will be designed in accordance with the City of Yelm's standards. Stormwater will be treated prior to infiltration into the ground. All plans will be reviewed and approved by the City of Yelm prior to construction. Plants Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: _X_deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other X_evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other _X_ shrubs grass X_ pasture crop or grain wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other other types of vegetation What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Douglas Fir trees and pasture grass will be removed to accom»todate the planned development. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. Environmental Checklist .t1v 1~ , I ~c~ ~.~'tzQ- tip. Page 6 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY d) Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: The project will be landscaped in accordance with City of Yelm regaclations. 5. Animals a) Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site: birds: hawk, heron, eagl ,songbirds; other: mammals: deer;)beer, elk,. beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other b) List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. c) Is the site part of a migration route: If so, please explain. The site has not been identified as part of a migration route. c) Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: None needed. 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. Tlie Houses constructed on site will use electricity and natural gas for lighting, heating and cooling. b) Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. The project will not affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent parcels. 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: Houses will be constructed in accordance wit11 Uniform Building Code and Washington Energy Code standards. Environmental Checklist Page 7 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 7. Environmental Health EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 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 environmental Iiealtla hazards will occur as a result of this project. 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. No special emergency services will be regz~ired by this project. 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: None needed. b) Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Both Cullens Road and Killion Road are classified as neighborhood collector roads. Traffic noise typical of a residential area exist in the project vicinity. 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 will be generated by heavy equipment and construction activity. Long term noise will include noise from residents' vehicles and activities. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Standard muffling equipment will be installed on all Heavy equipment. 8. Land and shoreline use a) What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The site is currently an open pasture with no structures. Adjacent property is developed with single family residences or is vacant property. b) Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. The site has not been used for agriculture in recent years. Environmental Checklist Page 8 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT c) Describe any structures on site. There are no structures on site. d) Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? No structures will demolished. e) What is the current zoning classification of the site? EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY The current zoning classification of the site is Medium Density Residential, (R-6) f) What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site: The current comprehensive plan designation of the site is Medium Density Residential. g) If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site: None. h) Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. The aquifer recharge area is classified as sensitive. i) Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? It is estimated that approximately 485 people would reside in the completed project (2.4 individuals per household.) j) Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? The site is currently vacant. Tl:e project would not displace any people. k) Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: None needed. 1) Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: The project will be designed to meet or exceed all City of Yelnr zoning standards. All plans will be reviewed by the City of Yelm to ensure compliance will: all applicable adopted ordinances. Environmental Checklist Page 9 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 9. a) b) c) 10 a) b) c) 11 a) b) Housing EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle or low income housing. Approximately 202 middle income units wotcld be provided. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle or low-income housing. No units would be eliminated by this project Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any? None needed. Aesthetics What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas: What is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? The maximum height of a building in this zone is 35 feet. The principal exterior building material will be decided by individual home buyers. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? The view from adjacent properties is currently a vacant field. The property will be converted to a developed site. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: The site will be landscaped in accordance with City of Yelm standards. The final landscaping, irrigation and open space improvement pla~z will be reviewed and approved by the City of Yelm. Light and Glare What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Street lighting will be designed and installed as required by Ciry of Yelm standards. Lighting of homes will be typical of reside~ttial sirbdivisio~:s. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? Lighting will be designed and installed as required by City of Yelm development standards. Lighting will be designed to comply with all safety standards. Environmental Checklist Page 10 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY c) What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? There are no off-site sources of light or glare tliat would affect this proposal. d) Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: None needed. 12. Recreation a) What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? Yelm High School is located approximately 1/2 mile to the west of the project. b) Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. No recreational uses will be displaced by the project. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including / ~'~ recreation opportunities to be provided by the project, or applicant, if any: ~' ~ ~~~ Approximately 2.46 acres of the project area will be open space which will ~~ be used for a playground, tot lots, walking trails, etc. 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. None known. b) Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. No evide~tce of )zistoric, archaeological, scientific, or ct~ltz~ral in:porta~rce is known to be on or next to the site. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: Noy:e proposed. Environmental Checklist Page 1 1 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 14. Transportation a) Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY The project site is located between Cullens Road and Killion Road. Access to the subdivision will be to/from both Cullens Road and Killion Road. The project will provide frontage improvements to both roads, including sidewalks. Sidewalks will also be provided on the internal roads. b) Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? Intercity Transit serves Yelm on Yelm Avenue. Buses will not travel into the site. c) How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? A minimum of two off-street parking spaces will be provided for each dwelling unit. 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). New internal roads will be constructed to the City of Yelm's standards for either Neighborhood Collector or Local Access Residential Street. Both road sections include sidewalks. Half street improvements will be constructed on Killion Road and Cullens Road. e) Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe: The project will not use or occur in the immediate vicinity of water, rail or air transportation. f) How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project. If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. According to the current edition of the Institute of Transportation Ettgitteers (ITE) Trip Getteratiott report, the Single-Family Detached Housing land use (land-use code 210) generates 9.57 daily trips per dwelling trait, or a total of 1,933 daily trips for this project. It lists a PM peak hoar trip get:eration rate of 1.01 per ttttit, wliicli equates to 204 trips during the PM peak hour. g) Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any. See Transportation Impact Analysis prepared by Trattsportntion Engineering Nortlt li'est for proposed mitigation. Environmental Checklist ~L^~d ~~ t U~`, ;~ 4~~ v iX' ~ ~ti~ ~.~~'~~ L Page 12 - TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 15. Public services EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 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. Tlae project may require occasional police or fire response. Children from the residences will attend Yelm schools. b) Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public service, if any: The developer will negotiate an agreement with the Yelm School District to mitigate impacts to the school district.' At the current time, mitigation fees are $1,645.00 per single family residence. 16. Utilities a) Circle utilities currently available at the site. electricity atural gas, water, refuse service, telephone sanitary sewer, septic sys em, 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. Electricity Natural Gas Water Sanitary Sewer Telephone Refuse Service C. SIGNATURE Puget Sound Energy Puget Sound Energy City of Yelm City of Yelm Yelm Telephone Le May, Inc. ' The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. 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Th~S facsimile is confide^iial and may also bd attorneyplrv~loged. li you are not Ine intended Ieciplent or thu person responsible !Or Its di6iributron, please catl us coped rmmed~ately at 390358.3809 and return the ong~^al to us wa the u S. Postal Service, Tnank you. tRar. ovoat MAY-15-2003 THU 03 46 PM THE SHEA GROUP FAX N0. 360 459 0154 P. 02 .:' ~1 ~- -~ ~~•~- CHAEtLES HERRMANN :; ~SR 1220 BAST 4"''~ AVE ~,;. `"~v~) OLyMpIA, VIiA, 98506 ~ ~ YYY~~~~~~'"' VoIC[:: (360)-236-1899 Fax: 360 -236-7813 The Shea Croup - c!o Cathy Carlson PO Box 3427 Lacey, WA 98509-3427 March 11, 2003 Report File Number: M03-0009 Report Subject: Wetland Reconnaissance Location: The study site is located in between Killion Road and Cullens Road on 88'~ Ave SE, Yelm, Washington. It is in the SE 1!4 of Section 13,'fownship 17N, Range IE (Tax parcel N~umben: 21713440000, 21713440100, 21713440200 and 21713440300}. Dear Ms. Carlson, An onsite wetlands reconnaissance was performed on {approximately 40 acres described above} February 12, 2003, by Charles Herrmann (wetland scientist}. The intent of the work was to identify and characterize on-site wetland conditions and how they would affect proposed development. The purpose of this document is to report the results of those investigations. According to the topogaphy provided by the Thurston County Geollata system, overall site relief is about l4 feet. On-site elevation ranges from a low of 336 feet located in the southeast property comer to a high of 350 feet in the center of the southern property line. This surface is an old post- glacial flood plain and has two terraces. The northern and central portions of the site form the higher elevation terrace, averaging about 344 feet in elevation. The southeastern portion forms the lower elevation terrace, avera~~ing about 337 feet in elevation. There is a minor broad, flat Swale cutting across the southwest corner of the upper terrace with a base elevation of about 340 feet. The bottom of this broad flat swale is mapped as a wetland according to the Thurston County GeoData system wetland raap (please see attached maps}. To qualify as a regulated wetland in the State of Washington, an area must meet criteria defined in the Manual For Identifying and Delir eating Wetlands adopted by the State Department of Ecology and written into state law pursuant to RCW 90.58.380 (i.e., the 1987 Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual, Technical Report Y-87-1, and all subsequent Regulatory page 1 14AY-15-2003 THU 03 46 PM THE SHEA GROUP FAX N0. 360 459 0154 P, 03 Guidance Letters). Those criteria require that an area must predominantly support wetland vegetation, must have hydric soils ,and must have wetland hydrology characteristics defined for the on site soiltype -- in this case, evidence or observation of along-duration water table at I2 inches or less depth. The broad flat swale area described above did trot contain hydric soils (as observed with aback- hoe pit), hydrophytic vegetation, or wetland hydrology characteristics. No wetland characteristics were observed across the entire site, therefor, there is no regulated wetland onsite. I hope this report provides enough information to proceed with project planning. Please call if you have any questions or require additional detail or clarification on any of these issues. Thank You, Pacific Rim Soil & Water, Inc. 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Display Parcel Text Show other rna la ere? ' 1. 'd. ~Y 7. .';w.n Redraw`or>,iy ~• Label Parcels VYith? , .. .~z.=.~~'~~?~'- ~y.T VJetland_ Cade pescripti.ons j TGC Home 1 Helpful,Irfo ~ Assessc Dnta Descriptions ~ Help f What's New .. .. - County Ordinnnces ( _.. uestions Q --~-- Eeolo yShoreline Photographs ~ Thurston.County-6P5_Basestation. T6urstan GeoD>ata Centt~r" . ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST A. 2. 3 BACKGROUND Name of proposed project, if applicable: Rosewood Preliminary Plat Name of applicant: DND Associates, LLC Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: POBox310 Gig Harbor, WA 98335 Contact: Don Findlay Phone: (253) 851-3600 Cathie Carlson The Shea Group 8830 Tallon Lane Lacey, WA 98516 Phone: (360) 459-3609 4. Date checklist prepared: May 14, 2003 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Yelm 6. 8. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable) Plans are to develop the plat in three phases: The first phase, 87 lots, is planned for 2004. Phase 2, 67 lots, is planned for construction in 2005, and Phase 3, 48 lots, for construction in 2006. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. There are no plans beyond construction of the residential subdivision. Once the preliminary plat has been approved for content and compliance with local regulations, the applicant will request a vacation of the right-of-way along the northern property line. If approved, the vacated right-of--way will be landscaped and incorporated into the final plat design. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Environmental checklist, Soils Report, Erosion Control Plan, Storm Drainage Plan, Grading Plan, Storm Drainage Report, Traffic Impact Analysis. Environmental Checklist Page 1 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. We are not aware of any pending applications or other proposals that would affect this property. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Environmental Threshold Determination, Grading Plan Approval, Engineering Plan Approval, Preliminary Plat Approval, Final Plat Approval. 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 these answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify their form to include additional specific information on project description.) The proposal is fora 202-lot single family residential subdivision on 40.42 acres, including associated storm drainage facilities, open space, landscaping and buffering. 12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. The proposed project will be sited on 40.42 acres between Cullens Road and Killion Road, approximately 1,800 feet north of West Yelm Avenue. It is located in Section 13, Township 17, Range IE, Tax Parcel Numbers 21713440000, 21713440100, 21713440200 and 2173440300. Environmental Checklist Page 2 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 1. Earth a) General description of the site (circle one): Flat rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other.... The site is generally flat, with, on-site elevation ranging from a low of 336 feet in the southeast property corner to a high of 350 feet in the center of the southern property line. b) What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? According to the Soils report prepared by Pacific Rim Soil and Water, the steepest slope on the site is approximately 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. According to the Thurston County Soil Survey, soils on site are classified as Spanaway gravelly sandy loam, 0-1 S% slope, and Spanaway stony sandy loam, 0-3 % slope. d) Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. There are no surface indications of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity. e) Describe the purpose, type and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. Grading and filling will be minimal because the site is relatively flat. Approximately 7,000 cubic yards of material will be cut for wetponds and infiltration ponds. f) Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Erosion is always a possibility on construction sites. The highest potential for erosion will occur during the grading process for the subdivision. See item h. below for proposed control methods. g) About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Approximately 7.53 acres (18.6%) of the site will be impervious surfaces roadways, and sidewalks. Environmental Checklist Page 3 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY h) Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: An erosion control plan will be developed in accordance with the City of Yelm standards. This plan will be reviewed and approved by the City. Erosion control fencing and other devices will be used to ensure no materials leave the site. 2. Air a) What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobiles, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed: If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. During construction, emissions to the air will be released from heavy equipment and construction staff vehicles. Following construction, emissions from residents' vehicles will be released on site. All emission quantities are anticipated to be within normal ranges for residential subdivisions. b) Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. There are no off-site sources of emissions or odor that would affect this proposal. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: All heavy equipment used during construction will be fitted with required emission control devices. 3. Water a) Surface: I) 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. The project boundary at Cullens Road is located approximately 400 feet west of Yelm Creek. 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. No work will be done over, in, or adjacent to Yelm Creek. Environmental Checklist Page 4 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 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 surface water withdrawals or diversions are planned as a part of this project. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. The proposal does not lie within a 100 year floodplain. 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. No waste materials will be discharged to surface waters as a result of this project. 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. No groundwater will be withdrawn and no water will be discharged to groundwater as a result of this project. 2) Describe waste materials that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: domestic sewage; industrial containing the following chemicals...; agricultural, etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. Treated stormwater will be infiltrated into the ground. All stormwater treatment and infiltration facilities will be designed in accordance with City of Yelm standards. c) Water runoff (including stormwater) 1) Describe the source of runoff (including stormwater) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where Environmental Checklist Page 5 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. Runoff will be generated by rooftops, driveways, and roadways. Stormwater will be treated and systems will be designed in accordance with City of Yelm standards and the Department of Ecology Stormwater Manual. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. It is unlikely that waste materials could enter ground or surface waters as a result of this project. d) Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: Stormwater systems will be designed in accordance with the City of Yelm's standards. Stormwater will be treated prior to infiltration into the ground. All plans will be reviewed and approved by the City of Yelm prior to construction. 4. Plants a) Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: X_deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other X_evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other _X_ shrubs grass _X_ pasture crop or gram wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other other types of vegetation b) What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Douglas Fir trees and pasture grass will be removed to accommodate the planned development. c) List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. Environmental Checklist Page 6 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY d) Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: The project will be landscaped in accordance with Ciry of Yelm regulations. 5. Animals a) Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site: birds: hawk, heron, eagl ,songbirds ther: mammals: deer;)beer, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other b) List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. c) Is the site part of a migration route: If so, please explain. The site has not been identified as part of a migration route. c) Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: None needed. 6. Energy and natural resources a) What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. The houses constructed on site will use electricity and natural gas for lighting, heating and cooling. b) Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. The project will not affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent parcels. 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: Houses will be constructed in accordance with Uniform Building Code and Washington Energy Code standards. Environmental Checklist Page 7 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 7. Environmental Health EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 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 environmental health hazards will occur as a result of this project. 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. No special emergency services will be required by this project. 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: None needed. b) Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Both Cullens Road and Killion Road are classified as neighborhood collector roads. Traffic noise typical of a residential area exist in the project vicinity. 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 will be generated by heavy equipment and construction activity. Long term noise will include noise from residents' vehicles and activities. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Standard muffling equipment will be installed on all heavy equipment. 8. Land and shoreline use a) What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The site is currently an open pasture with no structures. Adjacent property is developed with single family residences or is vacant property. b) Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. The site has not been used for agriculture in recent years. Environmental Checklist Page 8 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT c) d) e) g) h) i) J) k) Describe any structures on site. There are no structures on site. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? No structures will demolished. EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY What is the current zoning classification of the site? The current zoning classification of the site is Medium Density Residential, (R-6) What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site: The current comprehensive plan designation of the site is Medium Density Residential. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site: None. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. The aquifer recharge area is classified as sensitive. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? It is estimated that approximately 485 people would reside in the completed project (2.4 individuals per household.) Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? The site is currently vacant. The project would not displace any people. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: None needed. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: The project will be designed to meet or exceed all City of Yelm zoning standards. All plans will be reviewed by the City of Yelm to ensure compliance with all applicable adopted ordinances. Environmental Checklist Page 9 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 9 a) b) c) EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY Housing Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle or low income housing. Approximately 202 middle income units would be provided. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle or low-income housing. No units would be eliminated by this project. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any? None needed. 10. Aesthetics a) b) c) 11. a) b) What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas: What is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? The maximum height of a building in this zone is 35 feet. The principal exterior building material will be decided by individual home buyers. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? The view from adjacent properties is currently a vacant field. The property will be converted to a developed site. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: The site will be landscaped in accordance with City of Yelm standards. The final landscaping, irrigation and open space improvement plan will be reviewed and approved by the City of Yelm. Light and Glare What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Street lighting will be designed and installed as required by City of Yelm standards. Lighting of homes will be typical of residential subdivisions. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? Lighting will be designed and installed as required by City of Yelm development standards. Lighting will be designed to comply with all safety standards. Environmental Checklist Page 10 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY c) What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? There are no off-site sources of light or glare that would affect this proposal. d) Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: None needed. 12. Recreation a) What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? Yelm High School is located approximately 1/2 mile to the west of the project. b) Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. No recreational uses will be displaced by the project. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project, or applicant, if any: Approximately 2.46 acres of the project area will be open space which will be used for a playground, tot lots, walking trails, etc. 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. None known. b) Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. No evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance is known to be on or next to the site. c) Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: None proposed. Environmental Checklist Page 11 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 14. Transportation a) Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY The project site is located between Cullens Road and Killion Road. Access to the subdivision will be to/from both Cullens Road and Killion Road. The project will provide frontage improvements to both roads, including sidewalks. Sidewalks will also be provided on the internal roads. b) Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? Intercity Transit serves Yelm on Yelm Avenue. Buses will not travel into the site. c) How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? A minimum of two off-street parking spaces will be provided for each dwelling unit. 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). New internal roads will be constructed to the City of Yelm's standards for either Neighborhood Collector or Local Access Residential Street. Both road sections include sidewalks. Half street improvements will be constructed on Killion Road and Cullens Road. e) Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. The project will not use or occur in the immediate vicinity of water, rail or air transportation. f) How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project. If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. According to the current edition of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation report, the Single-Family Detached Housing land use (land-use code 210) generates 9.57 daily trips per dwelling unit, or a total of 1,933 daily trips for this project. It lists a PM peak hour trip generation rate of 1.01 per unit, which equates to 204 trips during the PM peak hour. g) Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any. See Transportation Impact Analysis prepared by Transportation Engineering North West for proposed mitigation. Environmental Checklist Page 12 TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT 15. Public services EVALUATION FOR AGENCY USE ONLY 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. The project may require occasional police or fire response. Children from the residences will attend Yelm schools. b) Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public service, if any: The developer will negotiate an agreement with the Yelm School District to mitigate impacts to the school district. At the current time, mitigation fees are $1,645.00 per single family residence. 16. Utilities a) Circle utilities currently available at the site. electricity atural gas, water, refuse servic elephone sanitary sewer, septic sys em, 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. Electricity Natural Gas Water Sanitary Sewer Telephone Refuse Service C. SIGNATURE Puget Sound Energy Puget Sound Energy City of Yelm City of Yelm Yelm Telephone Le May, Inc. 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 bmi ed Environmental Checklist Page 13