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Environmental ReviewSEPA NO: 05-0343 MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE Proponent: John Lubbesmeyer Description of Proposal: Subdivide 4.55 acres into 19single-family residential lots. The project includes the construction of stormwater facilities, and interior streets. Location of the Proposal: The project site is located at 15132 Longmire Street, on the north side, west of Yelm Ave. West (SR 510). Section/Township/Range: Section 24, 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 43.21 C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request. Conditions/Mitigating Measures: SEE ATTACHED Lead agency: City of Yelm Responsible Official: Grant Beck, Community Development Director Date of Issue: November 7, 2005 ~ Z~ Comment Deadline: November 21, 2005 Appeal Deadline: November 28, 2005 ~, S 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 November 21, 2005, at 5:00 P.M. The City of Yelm will not act on this proposal prior November 28, 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 November 28, 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 TH~_ LINE` Published: Nisqually Valley News, Friday, Nov ber 11, 2005 I ~~ Posted in public areas: Monday, November 7, 2005 Copies to: All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list and adjacent property owners Dept. of Ecology w/checklist SEPA NO: 05-0343 MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE Proponent: John Lubbesmeyer Description of Proposal: Subdivide 4.55 acres into 19single-family residential lots. The project includes the construction of stormwater facilities, and interior streets. Location of the Proposal: The project site is located at 15132 Longmire Street, on the north side, west of Yelm Ave. West (SR 510). Section/Township/Range: Section 24, 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 43.21 C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request. Conditions/Mitigating Measures: SEE ATTACHED Lead agency: City of Yelm Responsible Official: Grant Beck, Community Development Director Iss November 7, 2005 t Dead in November 21, 2005 Deady e' ~'' November 28, 2005 i 1 ~~~ Grant Beak, Community Development This tigated Determination of NonSignificance (MDNS) is issued pursuant to Washington Administrative e 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 21, 2005, at 5:00 P.M. The City of Yelm will not act on this proposal prior November 28, 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 November 28, 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, November 11, 2005 Posted in public areas: Monday, November 7, 2005 Copies to: All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list and adjacent property owners Dept. of Ecology w/checklist ATTACHMENT SEPA Case Number 05-0345 Findings of Fact 1. 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 (October 2005, prepared by Olympic Engineering) ^ Preliminary Storm Drainage Report (October 2005, prepared by Olympic Engineering) 2. 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. 3. 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 connections to the east and west meets the connectivity policies of the City. 4. The Rules and Regulations of the Thurston County Board of Health Governing Water Supplies provides guidance for wellhead protection, assuring that there is no contamination source within a 100-feet radius of a wellhead. In order to protect the wellhead of the adjoining property to the east, a protective wellhead covenant shall be created and recorded to assure protection for the existing well. 5. The Yelm School District has adopted a school mitigation requirement based on the demand that new residential units create for additional school services and facilities. Additional demands on the school system will be mitigated through the requirement that the developer enter into a mitigation agreement with the District. Mitigation Measures 1. 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 west half of Grove Road shall be improved to City Standards for a Neighborhood Collector Street. b. All interior streets shall be improved to City Standards for a Local Access Residential Street. 3. Temporary erosion control systems to be approved by the City of Yelm. 4. The developer shall provide and record a "protective well covenant" meeting the standards of the Thurston County Health Department restricting any contaminate sources within the 100-foot well radius of the well located on the property to the east of this site. 5. 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Name of proposed project, if any: Vista Green 2. Name of applicant: John Lubbesmeyer 3. Address and phone number of applicant and of any other contact person: 1151 East 112~h Street Tacoma, WA 98445 4. Date checklist prepared: 10/3/05 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Yelm 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Substantial project completion by summer 2006 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. Page 1 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 a 19-lot subdivision from a 4.55-acre parcel including associafed 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. Secfion 24, Township 17 North, Range 1 East, W.M. 15132 Longmire St SE Yelm, WA 98597 B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Earth a. General description of the site (circle one): - --.. f~ lat,;'rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Approximately 3% c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland. Spanaway Gravelly 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 1,700 cubic yards of cut and 1,200 cubic yards of fill from on-sife and approved off-site sources as needed for construction of the roadway, utilities, storm drainage, and building pads. Page 2 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 53% 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 fo minimize erosion. 2. Ai r 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. Page 3 N/A 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. Nof known 3) Describe waste material that will be discharged into or onto the ground fro septic tanks or other sources, if any (such as domestic sewage; industria byproducts; agricultural chemicals). None c. 1) Water Runoff (including storm water): 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 discharge to a wetpond for treatment. The G~/ ~~ ~ ~ ~~' ~ ~~ ~' 1 m ~ I ~ ~ -~o Page 4 freated 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: X deciduous tree: alder, maple, oak, aspen, other X_ 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? Vegetation including grass and trees will be removed only 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 songbirds,,; other: ~~ mammals: deer,~bear, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, shellfish, other: b. List any priority, threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. Page 5 Unknown 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 meef 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 Pabe 6 2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. Short term: 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 two outbuildings. Single family residential areas are located to the west, east, and north and a Parks/Open Space zoned area is located to the south and southeast. 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 two outbuildings. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Yes, the exisfing outbuildings will be demolished. e. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? R-4 f. What is the current zoning classification of the site? R-4 g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the ~~~ site? Not Known h. Has any part of the site been classified as a "natural resource", "critical" or ~~( „ ~ ~l environmentally sensitive area . If so, specify. ~~ , nk~ .~~`' No. ~~ i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Approximately 57-76 people j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? 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. 19 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; Hardiplank siding 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 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? Page 8 Standard residential lighting including street lighting 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 12. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? None known 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: None proposed. 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. The project site will be served by a proposed public roadway accessed from Longmire St. SE with provisions for two future road connections to the west and east.. b. Is site currently served by public transit? By what means? If not, what plans exist for transit service? Not known 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 a sidewalk will serve the proposed lofs. e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. No f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. Approximately 190 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 Page 10 16. Utilities ___ _ a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:~lectrici~y~natural gas, water~efuse._, ~senrice~elephorie; sanitary sewer, septic system, other. Water, sanitary sewer, and gas mains will be installed along Longmire St. SE as part of the Master Planned Community to the west. 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 City of Yelm Refuse 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: ~ '- ~L--~--"-- Date Submitted: ~ ~ ~ >- Page 11 CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if any: Vista Green 2. Name of applicant: John Lubbesmeyer CITY USE ONLY FEE: $150.00 DATE RECD BY: FILE NO. 3. Address and phone number of applicant and of any other contact person: 1151 East 112th Street Tacoma, WA 98445 4. Date checklist prepared: 10/3/05 5. Agency requesting checklist: City of Yelm 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Substantial project completion by summer 2006 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. Page 1 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 a 19-lot subdivision from a 4.55-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. Section 24, Township 17 North, Range 1 East, W.M. 15132 Longmire St SE Yelm, WA 98597 B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Earth a. General description of the site (circle one): ~'~f~ lat, `trolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Approximately 3% c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland. Spanaway Gravelly 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 1,700 cubic yards of cuf and 1,200 cubic yards of fill from on-site and approved off-site sources as needed for construction of the roadway, utilities, storm drainage, and building pads. Page 2 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 fhe 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 53% 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 sfart. 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 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. Page 3 N/A 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 discharge to a wetpond for treatment. The Page 4 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: X deciduous tree: alder, maple, oak, aspen, other X 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? Vegetation including grass and trees will be removed only 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 songbirds,,; other: ~~ mammals: deer%bear, elk, beaver, other: fish: bass, salmon, trout, shellfish, other: b. List any priority, threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. Page 5 Unknown 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 Page 6 2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. Short term: 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 two outbuildings. Single family residential areas are located to the west, east, and north and a Parks/Open Space zoned area is located to the south and southeast. 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 two outbuildings. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Yes, the existing outbuildings will be demolished. e. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? R-4 f. What is the current zoning classification of the site? R-4 g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Not Known h. Has any part of the site been classified as a "natural resource", "critical" or "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. No. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Page 7 Approximately 57-76 people j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? 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. 79 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; Hardiplank siding 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 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? Page 8 Standard residential lighting including street lighting 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 12. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? None known 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: None proposed. 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 Page 9 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. The project site will be served by a proposed public roadway accessed from Longmire St. SE with provisions for two future road connections to the west and easf.. b. Is site currently served by public transit? By what means? If not, what plans exist for transit service? Not known 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 a sidewalk will serve the proposed lots. e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. No f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. Approximately 190 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 Page 10 16. Utilities ,__----~ ---- a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:<electricit atural gas, water~efuse: --___, "service -telephone' sanitary sewer, septic system, other. Water, sanitary sewer, and gas mains will be installed along Longmire St. SE as parf of the Master Planned Community to the west. 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 City of Yelm Refuse 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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