Environmental ReviewSEPA NO: 0148
MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Proponent: Yelm Property Development, LLC
Description of Proposal: Subdivide 11.91 acres into 44 single-family residential lots. The
project includes the construction of stormwater facilities, interior
streets, and street improvements to Middle Road SE.
Location of the Proposal: The project site is located between on Middle Road, between Railway
Avenue SE, and Grove Road.
Section/Township/Range: Sections 19 & 20, Township 17 North Range 2 East, W.M.
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 43.21C.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:
Responsible Official:
Date of Issue:
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Grant eck, Commul
City of Yelm
Grant Beck, Community Development Director
November Z, 2004
November 16, 2004 at 5:00 P.M.
November 23, 2004 at 5:00 P.M.
city Development Director
This 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 Avenue West, P.O. Box 479, Yelm, WA 98597, by November 16,
2004, at 5:00 P.M. The City of Yelm will not act on this proposal prior November 23, 2004, 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 November 15, 2004, 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, November 5, 2004
Posted in public areas: Tuesday, November 2 , 2004
Copies to: All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list and adjacent property owners
Dept. of Ecology w/checklist
ATTACHMENT
SEPA Case Number 0148
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 April 17, 2004, prepared by Skillings- Connolly, Inc.)
• Traffic Impact Analysis (dated September 2004, prepared by Skillings-Connolly, Inc.)
• Preliminary Storm Drainage and Erosion Control Report (dated May 2004, Revised August
20, 2004, prepared by Skillings-Connolly, Inc.)
The traffic impact analysis (TIA) submitted as part of the subdivision application indicates that the
project will generate 421 average weekday daily trips per day, with a PM peak of 44 vehicles per
hour. The TIA, assuming a baseline annual growth rate of 4%, indicated that:
The intersection of Middle Road and Railway Road will be at a Level of Service (LOS) A,
with an average delay of 9.3 seconds.
The intersection of 100th Way and Grove Road will be at LOS A, with an average delay of
9.8 seconds.
The intersection of First/Rhoton Road and Railway Road will be at LOS B, with an
average delay of 13.8 seconds.
The signalized intersection of Yelm Avenue and First Street will be at LOS F, with an
average delay of 175.9 seconds.
Frontage improvements will be constructed along Middle Road.
The subdivision will provide for a road connection to the existing neighborhood to the
West, and a connection for future development to the property to the East.
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) RCW 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 atwo-way center turn lane, is listed as a project
on the 2005 - 2010 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 Rhoton Road, is listed as a project on the 2005 - 2010 Transportation
Improvement Program. There is no financial commitment currently in place to complete the
improvement.
Section 46.150 Yelm Development guidelines states that sight distance at intersections shall be
in conformance with the WSDOT Design Manual and the AASHTO Green Book.
The City's Comprehensive Transportation Plans connectivity policy recognizes that increasing
connections throughout the City not only reduces traffic congestion, but also increases the sense
of unity of the community. Section16.16.090 Yelm Municipal Code (YMC) states that the layout
of streets shall provide for continuation of streets existing in adjoining subdivisions.
The property is bordered on the south side by Yelm Creek, which is listed as a Shoreline of the
State. There is a flood zone area adjacent to Yelm Creek, which encompasses the creek and its
associated wetlands, and extends over 100 feet above the Shoreline Jurisdiction area. Section
15.32.280 prohibits construction of residential structures, or any construction that results in any
increase in flood levels.
6. Chapter14.12 YMC requires the dedication of open space for all residential development.
Section 14.12.050 YMC lists four (4) attributes for qualification of open space.
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.
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. Credit should be given for the
existing single-family dwellings.
Prior to final subdivision approval, the developer shall complete the following transportation
improvements:
a. The south half of Middle Road shall be improved to City Standards for a Neighborhood
Collector, along the frontage of these properties.
b. The developer shall construct internal streets to City Standards for Local Access Residential.
c. The developer shall provide for the continuation of streets, by connecting internal streets to
the residential subdivision to the west, and a future connection to the property to the east.
3. The developer shall protect the Flood Hazard Zone area, by assuring that encroachments shall
not result in any increase of flood levels. The flood hazard zone area, and the Shoreline
jurisdiction area shall be dedicated as open space. Protective fencing shall be installed at the
flood zone area during all construction.
4. The developer shall enter into an agreement with Yelm Community Schools to mitigate project
impacts to the School District.
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Ms. Tami Merriman
City of Ye1m
Community Development Department
PO Box 479
Y'elm, WA 98597
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Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the notice of application for the Willo Glen Phase TTT
Preliminary Plat project (Case No. SBU-04-0148-YT.) located at 111401 Middle Road Southeast as
proposed by Yelm Property Development. We reviewed the notice of application an have the
following comments'
WATE)<t QUALITY:1VIargaret Hill (360) 407-0246
Erosion control measures must be in place prior to any clf;aring, grading, or construe ion. These
control measures must be effective to prevent soil from being carried into surface wa r by stormwater
ntnoff. Sand, silt, clay particles, and soil will damage aquatic habitat and are consid red pollutants.
Any discharge of sediment-laden runoff or other pollutan~s to waters of the state is i violation of
Chapter 90.48, Water Pollution Control, and WAC 173-2~J1A, Water Quality 5tanda ds for Surface
Waters of the State of Washington, and is subject to enforcement action.
During construction, all releases of oils, hydraulic fluids, fuels, other petroleum prod ets, paints,
solvents, and other deleterious materials must be contained and removed in a maruio that will prevc;nt
their discharge to waters and soils of the state. The cleanap of spills should take pre edenee over other
work on the site.
If you have any questions or would like to respond to these comments please
reviewing staff listed above.
Department of )Jcology
Southwest Regional Office
(Willow Glen Phase TTY Preliminary Ylat)
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Yelm Property Development (Applicant)
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YELM COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Where all students can learn and grow
Erling Birkland
Director of Facilities
September 22, 2004
Mr. Grant Beck
Community Development Director
City of Yelm
PO Box 479
Yelm, Washington 98597
RE: Willow Glen Phase III
SUB-04-0148-YL
Dear Mr. Beck:
Yelm Community Schools requires Mitigation Agreements for all sub-divisions.
Please include the Mitigation provision as part of the SEPA requirements for the
above referenced sub-division.
Should you have any questions please call me at 458-6128.
Sincerely,
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acilities Director
Yelm Community Schools
YELM COMMUNITY SCHOOL. IS AN EOITAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND FOLLOWS TITLE IX RE(~UIREMENTS
107 15~ Ave NE, P. 0. Box 476, Yelm, Washington 98597, (360) 458-6128, FAX (360) 458.6434
WAC 197-11-960 Environmental checklist.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Purpose of checklist.
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider the
environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An environmental impact statement (EIS) must be prepared for all
proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide
information to help you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if
it can be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required.
Instructions for applicants:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Governmental agencies
use this checklist to determine whether the envirorunental impacts of your proposal are sisnificant, requiring preparation of an
EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most precise information known, or give the best description you can.
You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you should be
able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to hire experts. If you really 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 unnecessary delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations. Answer
these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on
different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help descnbe your proposal or its environmental effects.
The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably
related to detennirung if there may be significant adverse impact.
Use of checklist for nonproject proposals:
Complete this checklist for nonproject proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply." IN
ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D).
For nonproject actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should
be read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively.
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Willow Glen, Division 3
2. Name of applicant: Dennis Balascio
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
Yehn Property Development L.L.C.
16442 Middle Rd. SE
Yelm, WA 98579
Phone: 425-778-7211
Representative: Skillings-Connolly, Inc. (Robert Connolly, PE)
5016 Lacey Boulevard S.E.
Lacey, WA 98503
Phone: 360-491-3399
4. Date checklist prepared: April 17, 2004
5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Yehn
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Fa112004
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 infonmation you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this
proposal. SEPA Checklist and Wetland Meander Survey
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. DO NOT KNOW
10. List any govenunent approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Grading and Building Permits,
water and sewer improvements
11. Give brie!; complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are
several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat
those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project
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The propose tllow Glen, Division 3, is a residential development located on the south side of Middle Road in the City of
Yelm. Th~'" • acre site is currently pastureland (upland) with three large and one small Gray Oak trees randomly dispersed ~ ll
within the npanan portion of the site. One residential home presently exists on site. The project includes the addition of j4~ ~~'
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residential lots for single famr7y homes, new roadways and sidewalks, sewer and water services and stormwater facilities to treat
and dispose of the project's stormwater. The proposed roadway features and utilities will be extended from Middle Road to the
development.
12. Location of the proposal_ Give suflicient 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 Willow Glen, Division 3 proposed project is located in Sections 19 and 20, Township 17 North, Range 2 East, W.M.. The
Thurston County tax parcel numbers associated the project are 64303600801 and 64303600800. The site addresses for each
parcel are 16401 and 16411 SE Middle Road, Yelm, Washington. f~ i 1
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous,
other ...... upland pomons are flat and floodplain/riparian portions are also flat (0-3%).
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Approximately 5%, from the Yelm Creek
floodplain up to the upland areas.
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c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand gavel, peat
muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime
farmland. Spanaway gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 3%.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so,
describe. None to our knowledge.
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e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or wading proposed
Indicate source of fill. Site grading will be designed to balance cut and fll quantities in the upland portion of the site
An infiltration/detention stormwaterpond may be proposed within the ~ at .~~~ boundary, and would be
constructed of native materials found on site. ,~'~ ,~,~ _i ~~
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f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Sedimentation may result ~`~'~ ~""~
as a construction associate. All precautions will be taken/followed to prevent any sediments from entering Yelm ~~ ~, ~ ~"(~~
Creek during the construction sequence. Best Management Practices found in the Department of Ecology's ~~"
Stormwater Management Manual for the Puget Sorrn~l Basin, February, 1994 will be followed.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Approximately 44%, all new impervious surfaces will be located
above the 100 year floodplain/riparian area, within the upland areas.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: Project design will incorporate
BMPs found in the Department of Ecology's Stormwater Management Afantral for the Ptrget Sound Basin, February,
1994.
a. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i_e., dust, automobile,
odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If
any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. Noriml construction equipment emissions and
dust.
b. Are there any ofl=site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so.
generally describe. None to our knowledge
c. Pro osed measures to reduce or control errussions or other - y control Best Management ~„ `,~
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3. Water
a. Surface:
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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 pro~~de names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. '~, $~ „~~~ r ~''~
Yelm Creek, W'RIA 11.0043 is located in the general vicinity located approximately 200 lfetet west of the primary ~! J -~~"
construction area. Yehn Creek flows into the Nisqually River, WRIA 11.0008 at approximately River Mile 13. I. /~
2) Will the project require any work over, th, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described
waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
No work is proposed over or in Yelm Creek. However, a stormwater retention/' titration pond maybe proposed ~(i ~~~
adjacent to the floodplain upland boundary (contour 333), approximately feet away from the Yehn Creek channel. tv
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3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed
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from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. ~~ ~ '
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4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general ~ ' S c~'
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. NO ~~ "'~'~
5) Dces the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan.
The only portion of the proposed development that may fall within the 100 year floodplain would be the stormwater
detention/retention pond. The proposed location would be within the riparian fringe (palustrine emergent/seasonally
flooded) that borders the property at and minimally below contour 333.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so,
descnbe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. NO
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general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. 'J~`~~
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Stormwater runoff will be i~ltrated to groundwater, same as existing condition. ~(~~ ~i'
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or
other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the
following chemicals... ;agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the
number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans
the system(s) are expected to serve.
Treated stormwater infiltration, see drainage report.
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c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe.
100% of stormwater runoff will be infiltrated. Estimated runoff quantity for 100 year storm event is 1.9 acre-feet over a
24 hour period.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
Yes, however, biofiltration swales and infiltration system design will greatly reduce the likelihood of waste materials entering the
ground water.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, i~f an-yam: '
DOE's Stormwater Management Manual for the Puget Sound Basin, Februa (l4 i.e., retention basins and infiltration basins
and/or structures).
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4. Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
x deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other, oak, willow
evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
shrubs
x grass
x pasture
crop or grain
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulhvsh, 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?
Only pasture grass species will be removed, no existing tree species will be disturbed.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site
NONE
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any: ~~~
Required landscaping in planter strips on both sides of the road. At the request of the City the developer will a fee in-lieu of _
providing open space to help pay for parks and improvements in the vicinity. '~~
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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:
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birds: hawk, heron, eagle, so birds, other:
mammals: deer, bear, elk, bea r, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other:
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b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. NONE to our knowledge. Salmon ~t,')
cannot access this portion of Yelm Creek due to a complete migration bamer down stream at approximately ~,i
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c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. Not to our knowled e ~ i ~ • ~~ '~~~` 'Q~
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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.
Natural gas, electric and possibly wood stoves.
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: Energy Efficient Homes
7. Environmental health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk
of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal?
If so, describe. NONE
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. None Known
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: None Required
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: ;
traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Notmal Residential Traffic ~ r ~ ~ + C3``(~ `, F .
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2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a ~ ` ~,.~~ 7~
short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)'? Indi- ~\
Cate what hours noise would come from the site. Traffic and construction noise primarily during daylight hours.
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3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Construction will be limited to daylight/hours. •~1 ~~
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8. Land and shoreline use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Pasture
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. Hay and pasture for livestock.
c. Describe any structures on the site. Existing home with well and septic system.
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d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Yes, the existing home will be demolished; the existing well
plugged; and the existing septic system removed as per Washington State Department of Ecology requirements. ~~
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? R-6
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? R-6
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Shorelines of State -Rural
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify.
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i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? homes with an average of 2.5
people per household or approximatel~,,8'~people. ~~
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j. Approximately ho~v many people would the completed project displace? One household containing 2
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k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: The existing household was purchased at fair
market value, the existing residents are planning on moving to another area.
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1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans, if any: Project review by the City of Yehn
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units wo d be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, mid-
dle, or low-income housing. middle income-housing
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, ~~
middle, or low-income housing. One middle-income unit ~
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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? 20', exterior materials unknown, at this time.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? NONE
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: NONE required
11. Light and glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly
occur? Normal street lighting after dark is proposed.
b. Could light or glare from the fuushed project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? NO
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? NONE
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: NONE
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? NONE
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. NO
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation op-
portunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: NONE
13. Historic and cultural preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local preser-
vation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe. NONE to our knowledge
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or
cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. NONE
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: NONE
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. Middle Street, see plan-view.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the
nearest transit stop? NO, '/z mile
c. How many parking spac ould the completed project have? How many would the
project eliminate? driveways and no eliminated parking spaces.
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d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or uitprovements to existing roads or
streets, not including driveways'? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or
private). Yes, new pi3rttte7va~s-
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e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transporta-
tion? If so, generally describe. NO
f. Ho~v many vehicular trips per would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak
volumes would occur. vehicular tri s per day ~ots x 10 trips per lot), peak traffic would occur in the morning
and at the end of the work day. j ~' ~ i I (~.
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g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: NONE ~` ~~
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15. Public services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fue pro-
tection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. Yes, for residential protection.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. Developer fees will mitigate
impacts.
16. Utilities ~'~~'
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: el~i' ty, natural gas, water, re a ser~v-,
ice, tel o 1, sanitary sewer, septic system, o er. NONE
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; Refuse Service; Telephone; Sanitary Sewer; and Cable
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead
agency is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature : ................................................................................................................................................................................
Date Submitted:
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(do not use this sheet for project actions)
Because these questions are very general, it maybe helpful to read them in conjunction
with the list of the elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of
activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or
at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general
terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; pro-
duction, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or
areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks,
wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or
cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands?
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Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
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5. How ~rould the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, includins whether it
would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with e.~cisting plans?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use irt~acts are:
6. How ~rould the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities?
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
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7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the
protection of the environment.
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WAC 197-11-960 Environmental checklist.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Purpose of checklist:
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider the
environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An environmental impact statement (EIS) must be prepared for all
proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide
information to help you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if
it can be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required.
Instructions for applicants:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Governmental agencies
use this checklist to detemune whether the environmentalu~acts of your proposal are sianificant, requiring preparation of an
EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most precise inforn~ation known, or give the best description you can.
You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you should be
able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to hire experts. If you really 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 unnecessary delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations. Answer
these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on
different parcels of land. Attach any additional information. that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects.
The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably
related to determining if there maybe significant adverse impact.
Use of checklist for nonproject proposals:
Complete this checklist for nonproject proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply." EN
ADD[TION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D).
For nonproject actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should
be read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively.
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Willow Glen, Division 3
2. Name of applicant: Dennis Balascio
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
Yehn Property Development L.L.C.
16442 Middle Rd. SE
Yelm, WA 98579
Phone: 425-778-7211
Representative: Skillings-Connolly, Inc. (Robert Connolly, PE)
5016 Lacey Boulevard S.E.
Lacey, WA 98503
Phone: 360-491-3399
4. Date checklist prepared: April 17, 2004
5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Yehn
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Fa112004
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. SEPA Checklist and Wetland Meander Survey
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. DO NOT KNOW
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Grading and Building Permits,
water and sewer 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. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project
description.)
The proposed Willow Glen, Division 3, is a residential development located on the south side of Middle Road in the City of
Yehn. The 8.68-acre site is currently pastureland (upland) with three large and one small Gray Oak trees randomly dispersed
within the riparian portion of the site. One residential home presently exists on site. The project includes the addition of 34
residential lots for single family homes, new roadways and sidewalks, sewer and water services and stormwater facilities to treat
and dispose of the project's stormwater. The proposed roadway features and utilities will be extended from Middle Road to the
development.
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 Willow Glen, Division 3 proposed project is located in Sections 19 and 20, Township 17 North, Range 2 East, W.M.. The
Thurston County tax parcel numbers associated the project are 64303600801 and 64303600800. The site addresses for each
parcel are 16401 and 16411 SE Middle Road, Yelm, Washington.
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous,
other ...... upland portions are flat and floodplain/riparianpnrtions are also flat (0-3%).
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Approximately 5%, from the Yehn Creek
floodplain up to the upland areas.
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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
famrland. Spanaway gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 3%.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the imtnediate vicinity? If so,
describe. None to our knowledge.
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e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed.
Indicate source of fill. Site grading will be designed to balance cut and fill quantities in the upland portion of the site.
An infiltration/detention stormwater pond may be proposed within the aetland/riparian boundary, and would be
constructed of native materials found on site.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally descnbe. Sedimentation may result
as a construction associate. All precautions will be taken/followed to prevent any sediments from entering Yehn
Creek during the construction sequence. Best Management Practices found in the Department of Ecology's
Stormwater Management Manual for the Puget Sound Basin, February, 1994 will be followed.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Approximately 44%, all new impervious surfaces will be located
above the 100 year floodplain/riparian area, within the upland areas.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: Project design will incorporate
BMPs found in the Department of Ecology's Stormwater Management Manual for the Ptrget Sound Basin, February,
1994.
a. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (ie., dust, automobile,
odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If
any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. Nomnl construction equipment emissions and
dust.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so.
generally describe. None to our knowledge
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air. if any: Dust control Best Management
Practices will be required, as necessary.
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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 pro~~de names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into.
Yelm Creek, WRIA 11.0043 is located in the general vicinity located approximately 200 feet west of the primary
construction area. Yehn Creek flows into the Nisqually River, WRIA 11.0008 at approximately River Mile 13.1.
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.
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No work is proposed over or in Yelm Creek. However, a stormwater retention/infiltrationpnnd maybe proposed
adjacent to the floodplam upland boundary (contour 333), approximately 150 feet away from the Yelm Creek channel.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed
from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected.
Indicate the source of fill material.
Not known at this time.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. NO
5) Dces the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan.
The only portion of the proposed development that may fall within the 100 year floodplain would be the stormwater
detention/retentionpnnd. The proposed location would be within the riparian fringe (palustrine emergent/seasonally
flooded) that borders the property at and minimally below contour 333.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so,
descnbe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. NO
b. Ground:
1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give
general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
Stormwater runoff will be infiltrated to groundwater, same as existing condition.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or
other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the
following chemicals... ;agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the
number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans
the system(s) are expected to serve.
Treated stonnwater infiltration, see drainage report.
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c. Water nuioff(including stormwater):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe.
100% of stormwater runoff will be infiltrated. Estimated runoff quantity for 100 year storm event is 1.9 acre-feet over a
24 hour period.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
Yes, however, biofiltration swales and i~ltration system design will greatly reduce the likelihood of waste materials entering the
ground water.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any:
DOE's Stormwater Management Manual for the Puget Sound Basin, February, 1994 (i.e., retention basins and infiltration basins
and/or structures).
4. Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
x deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other, oak, willow
evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
shrubs
x 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?
Only pasture grass species will be removed, no existing tree species will be disturbed.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
NONE
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any:
Required landscaping in planter strips on both sides of the road. At the request of the City the developer will pay a fee in-lieu of
providing open space to help pay for parks and improvements in the vicinity.
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, eagle, songbirds, other:
mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring shellfish, other:
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b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. NONE to our knowledge. Salmon
cannot access this portion of Yehn Creek due to a complete migration barrier down stream at approximately
River Mile 0.2.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. Not to our knowledge
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: NONE
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.
Natural gas, electric and possibly wood stoves.
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: Energy Efficient Homes
7. Environmental health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk
of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal?
If so, describe. NONE
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. None Known
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: None Required
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Normal Residential Traffic
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a
short-term or along-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indi-
cate what hours noise would come from the site. Traffic and construction noise primarily during daylight hours.
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3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Construction will be limited to daylight hours.
8. Land and shoreline use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Pasture
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. Hay and pasture for livestock.
c. Describe any structures on the site. Existing home with well and septic system
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Yes, the existing home will be demolished; the existing well
plugged; and the existing septic system removed as per Washington State Department of Ecology requirements.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? R-6
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? R-6
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Shorelines of State -Rural
h_ Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. NO
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? 34 homes with an average of 2.5
people per household or approximately 85 people.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? One household containing 2 people.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: The existing household was purchased at fair
market value, the existing residents are planning on moving to another area.
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1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans, if any: Project review by the City of Yehn.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, mid-
dle, or low-income housing. 34 middle income-housing
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing. One middle-income unit
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: NONE
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? 20', exterior materials unknown, at this time.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? NONE
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: NONE required
11. Light and glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly
occur? Normal street lighting after dark is proposed.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? NO
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? NONE
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: NONE
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12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? NONE
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. NO
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation op-
portunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: NONE
13. Historic and cultural preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local preser-
vation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe. NONE to our knowledge
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or
cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. NONE
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: NONE
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. Middle Street, see plan-view.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the
nearest transit stop? NO, '/z mile
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the
project eliminate? 34 driveways and no eliminated parking spaces.
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). Yes, new private roads.
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e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transporta-
tion? If so, generally describe. NO
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak
volumes would occur. 340 vehicular trips per day (34 lots x 10 trips per lot), peak traffic would occur in the morning
and at the end of the work day.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: NONE
15. Public services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire pro-
tection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. Yes, for residential protection.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. Developer fees will mitigate
impacts.
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse serv-
ice, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other. NONE
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; Refuse Service; Telephone; Sanitary Sewer; and Cable
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead
agency is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature :................................................................................................................................................................................
Date Submitted:
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(do not use this sheet for project actions)
Because these questions are very general, it maybe helpful to read them in conjunction
with the list of the elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of
activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or
at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general
terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; pro-
duction, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or
areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks,
wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or
cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands?
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AGENCY USE ONLY
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
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5. How «-ould the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it
would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities?
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the
protection of the environment.
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