Environmental ReviewSEPA N0: 04-0218
MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Proponent: Rainier General Development
Description of Proposal: Subdivide 4.81 acres into 18single-family residential lots. The project
includes the construction of stormwater facilities, interior streets, and
street improvements to Burnett Road.
Location of the Proposal: The project site is located on the east side of Burnett Road, North of
Prairie Vista Loop SE.
Section/Township/Range: Section 13, Township 17 North Range 1 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: City of Yelm
Responsible Official: Grant Beck, Community Development Director
Date of Issue: February 8, 2005
Co~~en e line: February 22, 2005
Appeal ea March 1, 2005
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Grant Beck, Community 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 February 22,
2005, at 5:00 P. M. The City of Yelm will not act on this proposal prior March 1, 2005, 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 March 1, 2005 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, February 11, 2005
Posted in public areas: Wednesday, February 9, 2005
Copies to: All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list and adjacent property owners
Dept. of Ecology w/checklist
ATTACHMENT
SEPA Case Number 04-0218
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 (December 29, 2004, prepared by Olympic Engineering Svcs.)
• Preliminary Storm Drainage Report (December 2004, prepared by Olympic Engineering Svcs.)
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 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. Section 16.16.090 Yelm Municipal Code (YMC) states that the layout
of streets shall provide for continuation of streets existing in adjoining subdivisions.
The proposed connection to the subdivision that is currently in construction to the east meets the
connectivity policies of the City.
3. Chapter 14.12 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 applicant
proposes open space to include recreation.
4. 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 dwelling.
2. Prior to final subdivision approval, the developer shall complete the following transportation
improvements:
a. The east half of Burnett Road shall be improved to City Standards for a Neighborhood
Collector along the property frontage.
b. All interior streets shall be improved to City Standards for Local Access Residential.
3. Temporary erosion control systems to be approved by the City of Yelm.
4. Applicant shall provide at least 5% of total acreage as qualified open space.
5. The developer shall enter into an agreement with Yelm Community Schools to mitigate project
impacts to the School District.
CITY OF YELM
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if any:
Burnett Estates
2. Name of applicant:
CITY USE ONLY
FEE: $150.00
DATE RECD
BY:
FILE NO.
Received
DEC 3 0 2004
Rainier General Development
3. Address and phone number of applicant and of any other contact person:
P.O. Box 627
Rainier, WA 98576
4. Date checklist prepared:
12/26/04
5. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Ye/m
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Substantial project completion by summer 2005
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.
None
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.
None known
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if
known.
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Grading permit, SEPA approval
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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.
Create an 18-lot subdivision from a 4.81-acre parcel including associated
roadway, water, sewer, and storm drainage improvements.
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. You need not duplicate maps or
detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist.
NE'/a of the Se '/a of Section 13, Township 17 North, Range 1 East, W.M.
8910 Burnett Road SE
Yelm, WA 98597
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. G eral description of the site (circle one):
flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
3%
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand,
gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify
them and note any prime farmland.
Spanaway Gravelly and Stoney Sandy Loam
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate
vicinity? If so, describe.
None known
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill.
Approximately 1,800 cubic yards of cut and 1,200 cubic yards of fill from
on-site and approved off-site sources as needed for construction of the
roadway, utilities, and building pads.
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f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe.
Erosion can occur during construction of the road improvements and
building pad grading. An erosion control plan will be submitted and
approved prior to construction. The soil type suggests the risk for erosion
is minimal.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after
project construction such as asphalt or buildings?
Approximately 30%
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h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if
any:
An erosion control plan will be prepared and approved prior to
construction start. Best management practices (BMP's) will be in place
during construction to minimize erosion.
Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust,
automobile exhaust, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when
the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate
quantities if known.
During construction: unknown quantities of hydrocarbon emissions from
construction equipment and dust will be present.
After project completion: normal automotive emissions
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your
proposal? If so, generally describe.
No
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
None
3.
Water
a. Surface Water
1) Is there any surface water body or wetland on or in the immediate vicinity of the
site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds)? If
yes, describe type and provide names. State what stream or river it flows into?
No
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 300 feet) the
described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
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No
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
None
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note elevation on the O
site plan.
No
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters?
If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
No
b. Groundwater:
1) Will groundwater be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to groundwater?
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
Stormwater runoff from the proposed public roadways will be collected,
treated, and infiltrated back to groundwater through a proposed infiltration
pond.
2) Describe the underlying aquifer with regard to quality and quantity, sensitivity
protection, recharge areas, etc. ~X.~ltc: i,~.~~ ,
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3) Describe waste material that will be discharged into or onto the ground from
septic tanks or other sources, if any (such as domestic sewage; industrial
byproducts; agricultural chemicals).
None
c. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe.
Stormwater runoff from the proposed public roadway will sheet flow to
roadside catchbasins and discharged to a biofiltration swale or wetpond
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for treatment. The treated stormwater will then discharge to an infiltration
pond for temporary storage and infiltration back to groundwater.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
No
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water
impacts, if any:
4. Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
deciduous tree: alder, maple, oak, aspen, other
evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
shrubs
_X_ grasses
_X_ pasture
crops or grains
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, 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?
Grass will be removed as needed to construct the proposed roadway,
utilities, and building pads.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
None known
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to presence or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any:
All disturbed areas will be hydroseeded and/or landscaped typical to a
residential subdivision. A homeowner's association will be created in
order to maintain the open space area.
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds and animals that have been observed on or near the site or are
known to be on or near the site:
birds: hawk, heron, ducks, eaglet s~ongbirds_,_
other:
mammals. deer bear, elk, beaver, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, shellfish, other:
b. List any priority, threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the
site.
Unknown
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c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
Unknown
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
None
6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, gasoline, heating oil, wood, solar
etc.) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe
whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, transportation, etc.
Individual homes will use electricity and/or natural gas for heating
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe.
No
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this
proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if
any:
Homes will meet Washington Energy Code requirements. Individual
homeowner's may choose from a variety of energy saving measures.
7. Environmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic
chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spills, of hazardous waste, that could occur
as a result of this proposal? If so, describe.
No
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
None
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
None
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment operation, other)?
None
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.
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Short term: construction activity; Long term: typical residential
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Construction activity will adhere to the City of Yelm's noise ordinance
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
The site contains a single family residence and several outbuildings.
Single family residential lots are located to the south, north, and west and
residential lots currently under construction to the east.
b. Has the site been used for mineral excavation, agriculture or forestry? If so,
describe.
Unknown
c. Describe any structures on the site.
An existing single family home with several outbuildings
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
Yes, some of the outbuildings will be demolished
e. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
R-6
f. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
R-6
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the
site?
N/A
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h. Has any part Y the site been classifiep asya "natural resource", "critical" ore °~ ~ .~,
"environmental) sensitive" areas If so, s ecif `~ ~
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i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Approximately 54 people
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
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None
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
None
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and
projected land uses and plans, if any:
The project will be reviewed by the City of Yelm to ensure its compatibility
with current and long range zoning designations.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
18 middle income single family
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing.
None
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
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?
35-feet as allowed by zoning
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
None
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
The future homeowner's association guidelines will outline maintenance
and development regulations.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur?
Standard residential lighting including a street light at the entrance
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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:
N/A
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity?
The Ye/m High School is located approximately 0.5 miles SE of this
project.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so,
describe.
No
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts or provide recreation
opportunities:
0.61-acres of open space area will be provided
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, archeological,
scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
None known
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
N/A
14. Transportation
a. Identify sidewalks, trails, public streets and highways serving the site, and
describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if
any.
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The project site will be served by Burnett Road SW. An existing sidewalk
is stubbed to the SW corner of the project along Burnett Road and will be
extended through the project site. A sidewalk is also stubbed to the east
property line from the new development to the east.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? By what means? If not, what plans exist
for transit service?
No
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would
the project eliminate?
Two parking spaces will be provided per dwelling unit. None will be
eliminated.
d. Will the proposal require any new sidewalks, trails, roads or streets, or
improvements to existing sidewalks, trails, roads or streets, not including
driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private).
Yes. Anew public roadway with sidewalks will serve the proposed lots.
An existing sidewalk at the SW corner of the proposed project will be
extended northerly along Burnett Road to the north property line.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
No
How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project?
If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur.
Approximately 180
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 protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally
describe:
The project will have minimal impact to these services. Mitigation fees
will be paid as required.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
Mitigation fees will be paid as required
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16. Utilities _ -__ ~ _.
a. Circle util~ties_curr~ntl~av_ailable at the sit electricit , natural gas, water`~refuse
service, telephone, sanitary sewwerseptic system, other. ----
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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/Gas Puget Sound Energy
Cable Comcast
Telephone YCOM
Water/Sewer Lemays
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand
that the City of Yelm is relying on them to make its decision.
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CITY OF YELM
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if any:
Burnett Estates
2. Name of applicant:
Rainier General Development
CITY USE ONLY
FEE: $150.00
DATE RECD
BY:
FILE NO.
Received
DEC 3 0 2004
3. Address and phone number of applicant and of any other contact person:
P.O. Box 627
Rainier, WA 98576
4. Date checklist prepared:
12/26/04
5. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Yelm
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Substantial project completion by summer 2005
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.
None
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.
None known
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if
known.
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Grading permit, SEPA 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 those
answers on this page.
Create an 18-lot subdivision from a 4.81-acre parcel including associated
roadway, water, sewer, and storm drainage improvements.
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. You need not duplicate maps or
detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist.
NE % of the Se % of Section 13, Township 17 North, Range 1 East, W.M.
8910 Burnett Road SE
Yelm, WA 98597
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. G eral description of the site (circle one):
flat, 'rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
3%
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand,
gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify
them and note any prime farmland.
Spanaway Gravelly and Stoney Sandy Loam
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate
vicinity? If so, describe.
None known
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill.
Approximately 1,800 cubic yards of cut and 1,200 cubic yards of fill from
on-site and approved off-site sources as needed for construction of the
roadway, utilities, and building pads.
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Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe.
Erosion can occur during construction of the road improvements and
building pad grading. An erosion control plan will be submitted and
approved prior to construction. The soil type suggests the risk for erosion
is minimal.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after
project construction such as asphalt or buildings?
Approximately 30%
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if
any:
An erosion control plan will be prepared and approved prior to
construction start. Best management practices (BMP's) will be in place
during construction to minimize erosion.
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust,
automobile exhaust, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when
the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate
quantities if known.
During construction: unknown quantifies of hydrocarbon emissions from
construction equipment and dust will be present.
After project completion: normal automotive emissions
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your
proposal? If so, generally describe.
No
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
None
3. Water
a. Surface Water
1) Is there any surface water body or wetland on or in the immediate vicinity of the
site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds)? If
yes, describe type and provide names. State what stream or river it flows into?
No
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 300 feet) the
described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
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No
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
None
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note elevation on the
site plan.
No
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters?
If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
No
b. Groundwater:
1) Will groundwater be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to groundwater?
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
Stormwater runoff from the proposed public roadways will be collected,
treated, and infiltrated back to groundwater through a proposed infiltration
pond.
2) Describe the underlying aquifer with regard to quality and quantity, sensitivity,
protection, recharge areas, etc.
Not known
3) Describe waste material that will be discharged into or onto the ground from
septic tanks or other sources, if any (such as domestic sewage; industrial
byproducts; agricultural chemicals).
None
c. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe.
Stormwater runoff from the proposed public roadway will sheet flow to
roadside catchbasins and discharged to a biofiltration swa/e or wetpond
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for treatment. The treated stormwater will then discharge to an infiltration
pond for temporary storage and infiltration back to groundwater.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
No
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water
impacts, if any:
4. Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
deciduous tree: alder, maple, oak, aspen, other
evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
shrubs
_X_ grasses
_X_ pasture
crops or grains
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, 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?
Grass will be removed as needed to construct the proposed roadway,
utilities, and building pads.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
None known
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any:
All disturbed areas will be hydroseeded and/or landscaped typical to a
residential subdivision. A homeowner's association will be created in
order to maintain the open space area.
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds and animals that have been observed on or near the site or are
known to be on or near the site:
birds: hawk, heron, ducks, eagle ongbirds
other:
mammals. deer ear, elk, beaver, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, shellfish, other:
b. List any priority, threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the
site.
Unknown
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c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
Unknown
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
None
6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, gasoline, heating oil, wood, solar
etc.) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe
whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, transportation, etc.
Individual homes will use electricity and/or natural gas for heating
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe.
No
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this
proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if
any:
Homes will meet Washington Energy Code requirements. Individual
homeowner's may choose from a variety of energy saving measures.
7. Environmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic
chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spills, of hazardous waste, that could occur
as a result of this proposal? If so, describe.
No
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
None
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
None
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment operation, other)?
None
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.
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Short term: construction activity; Long term: typical residential
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Construction activity will adhere to the City of Yelm's noise ordinance
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
The site contains a single family residence and several outbuildings.
Single family residential lots are located to the south, north, and west and
residential lots currently under construction to the east.
b. Has the site been used for mineral excavation, agriculture or forestry? If so,
describe.
Unknown
c. Describe any structures on the site.
An existing single family home with several outbuildings
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
Yes, some of the outbuildings will be demolished
e. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
R-6
f. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
R-6
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the
site?
N/A
h. Has any part of the site been classified as a "natural resource", "critical" or
"environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify.
No
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Approximately 54 people
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
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None
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
None
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and
projected land uses and plans, if any:
The project will be reviewed by the City of Yelm to ensure its compatibility
with current and long range zoning designations.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
18 middle income single family
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing.
None
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
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?
35-feet as allowed by zoning
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
None
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
The future homeowner's association guidelines will outline maintenance
and development regulations.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur?
Standard residential lighting including a street light at the entrance
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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:
N/A
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity?
The Yelm High School is located approximately 0.5 miles SE of this
project.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so,
describe.
No
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts or provide recreation
opportunities:
0.61-acres of open space area will be provided
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, archeological,
scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
None known
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
N/A
14. Transportation
a. Identify sidewalks, trails, public streets and highways serving the site, and
describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if
any.
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The project site will be served by Burnett Road SW. An existing sidewalk
is stubbed to the SW corner of the project along Burnett Road and will be
extended through the project site. A sidewalk is also stubbed to the east
property line from the new development to the east.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? By what means? If not, what plans exist
for transit service?
No
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would
the project eliminate?
Two parking spaces will be provided per dwelling unit. None will be
eliminated.
d. Will the proposal require any new sidewalks, trails, roads or streets, or
improvements to existing sidewalks, trails, roads or streets, not including
driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private).
Yes. Anew public roadway with sidewalks will serve the proposed lots.
An existing sidewalk at the SW corner of the proposed project will be
extended northerly along Burnett Road to the north property line.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
No
How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project?
If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur.
Approximately 180
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 protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally
describe:
The project will have minimal impact to these services. Mitigation fees
will be paid as required.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
Mitigation fees will be paid as required
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16. Utilities ____ ___ ___ ____.
a. Circle uti ' ' ently available at the site electricit ,natural gas, wat r refuse
service, telephone, sanitary sew re septic system, other. --~
b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the
service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate
vicinity which might be needed.
Electricity/Gas Puget Sound Energy
Cable Comcast
Telephone YCOM
Water/Sewer Lemays
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand
that the City of Yelm is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature: ~ r--~---
Date Submitted: _ / Z /~ ~' ~~? ~/
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