Environmental Checklist Marked Up 001ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
1. Proponent (c): 3Bd-C, LLC.
Address: PO Box 875, Yelm WA 98597
Phone: 360-894-229h
Fax: N/A
2. Representative: Erling Birkland
Address: PO Box 875, Ye(m WA 98597
3. Property Address or Location (e):
!0336 SE West Rd
Ye(m. IVA 98597
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Jurisdiction: TC_, O , L ,Other
SEPA # (a):
Case N (b):
Related Cases:
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Submittal: Complete Incomplete
5. Tax Parcel No. (g)
easos6ono/ q- (n43o3Cor7l Boa
6. Total Gross Acres:
5 Acres
7. Permit type:
8. Zonine: C-1
9. Shoreline Environment
Designated by the Ciry• of }'e/m as Rm'ol Shoreline
10. Wa[cr Body:
Yelm Creek
11. Brief Description of the Proposal and Project Name: S`~~~
The proposa! is (o consbuet 6 commercial office buildings ~-` ~~
12. Did you attend a presubmission conference for this project? if yes, when?
J"es, December 1, 2004
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13. Estimated Project Completion Date: December 2010 ~v
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14. List of all Permits, Licenses, or Government Approvals Required for the Proposal (federal, state, r~
and local-including rezones): ~ ~ r,~~~i~ 7Q~
Si(e Plan Approval, Shoreline Subsea 'a! Development -`y-^.'.'.'lYn._r7 'V
I5. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected
with this proposal? If yes, explain: Aga
16. Do you know of any plans, by others, which may' affect [he property covered by your proposal? If
yes, explaiu: No
17. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Consrruction m be phased over
five years. Oue building (o be construc(ed each year.
18. List any environmental information yon know about t has been prepared, or •ill be prepared,
directly related to this proposal. We(larad Reconnaiss ce, doled 2-2l-1005.
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rol7inz, hilly, steep
slopes, mountainous, other:
b. What is the steepest slope on [he site (approximate percent slope)?
Approximately 2%
c. What general Types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay,
sand, gravel, pea[, muck)? If}ou know the classification of agricultural
soils, specify them and note any prime farmland.
Spanmray graveUv sturdy loam and Spanatray stony sandy gravel
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the
immediate vicinity? If so, describe:
A'o
e. Describe the purpose, type and approximate quantities of any filling or
grading proposed. Indicate source of fill.
Approximately cut /4,000 cy and fi/15400 cy
E Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so,
generally describe.
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Nq Best Management Practices will be implemented to cwurol any
potential erosion during construction. The site will be landscaped mid
disturbed sails Hydro-seeded for permanent erosion control meosare.
g. About what percent of [he site will be covered with impervious
surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
Approximately 64%
h. Proposed measures [o reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the
earth, if any:
Best Management Practices will be implemented to control arty
potential erosion from constnmtion. The site will be landscaped and
distm~bed soils hydro-seeded for permanent erosion control measure.
2. Air
a. What t}'pes 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, general)}' describe and give
approximate quantities if known.
Dust and machinery exhaust during construction, aummolive eshaust
past canstrucliott.
b. Are [here any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your
proposal? If so, generally describe.
None knmvn.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to
air, if any:
Dust control during constructimr mili~ing water trucks or other
methods to sprinkle water over disturbed areas.
3. Water p'
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(1) Is there any surface water body on or in [he immediate vicinit}' ` k
of the site (including }'ear-round and seasonal streams, ~ ~' 0
saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetland)? If yes, describe type and ryP ~ ~(""
provide names. If appropriate, state what sueam or river it ~ (p~'~'
flows into. ~\F/ ice'
The site is within 200 jeer of Yelm Creek, a seasonal stream.
(2) Will [he project require any work ovey in, or adjacent to ~~~~
(within 200 feet) the described water? If yes, please describe d
and attach available plans. ~ ~ J~~
Only Landscaping will be ittslalled teitlt the setback areas. ~~D~'
(3) Estimate [he amount of fill and dredge material that would be
placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and
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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 knowm
A'o ` ~~
(5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note ~~
locations on the site plan
No.
(6) Does [he proposal imoh•e any discharges of waste materials to
surface water? If so, describe [he type of waste and anticipated
volume of discharge.
No
Ground
(I) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged
to ground water? Give general description, purpose and
approximate quantities, if known.
Stormwater will be collected, treated and infiltrated.
(?) Describe waste material [ha[ will be discharged into [he ground
from septic tank or other sources, if any (for example:
Domestic sewage; industrial, containing [he following
chemicals...; agricultural; etc.). Describe [he general size of
the system, [he number of such systems, the number of houses
to be see°ed (if applicable), or the number of animals or
humans [he system(s) are expected [o sen~e.
Sewage from the buildings will be connected to the City of
Yelm STEP Srstem_
Water Runoff f ineludine storm water)
(1) Describe the source of runoff (including stone water) and
method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if
known). Where will [his water flow? Will [his water Flow into
other water? If so, describe.
Stormwater from impervious' surfaces will be collected, treated
and ittfiltrated Ihroug7t an under ground infiltration gallery.
(?) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so,
generally describe.
None anticipated.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground and runoff
water impacts, if any:
Construction of a stormwarer collection system, directing storrnn•aler
through stormwarer treatment devices and infiltration a- stormwarer
below grade in infiltration galleries.
To be Completed by Applicant
Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
Deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
Evergreen hee: fir, cedar, pine, other
Shrubs
X Grass
X Pasture
Crop or grain
We[ soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bull brush, skunk cabbaee, other
Water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
Other Types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
The top 6-inches of duff mrd sail dependwg upon finish grade and
finish Hoar elevations.
Lis[ threatened or endangered species known [o be on or near [he site.
A'one known.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to
preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any.
(See aBached preliminary Landscape P(mt)
Animals
a. Circle any birds and animals which have been obsen~ed on or near [he
site or are known to be on or near [he site:
Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, sonebirds, o[hec
Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herting shellfish, other:
b. List any threatened or endangered species known [o be on or near the
site. None
c. Is [he site part of a migration route'? If so, explain. Unknown
d. Proposed measures to presen'e or enhance wildlife, if any: A%A
6. EnerKV and Natural Resources
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What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will
be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe
whether i[ will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc.
Electricity and A'alural Cas.
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b. Would your project-atFect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe. A'o
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in [he plans of
[his proposal? List other proposed measures io reduce or control
energy impacts, if any: N/A
7. Em ~ironmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure [o
toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste
that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe.
None known.
(I) Describe special emergency services [hat might be required.
Unknown.
(2) Proposed measures [o reduce or control environmental health
hazards, if any:
Fuel tanks or hazardous material will not be stored on sire.
b. Noise
(1) What types of noise exists in [he area which may affect your
project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)?
,'l'ane known.
(?) 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: traffiq construction, opera[ioq other)? Indicate
what hours noise would come from the site.
Short term - conslrudion egaipmenl, LOn~Q term -general
vehicle traffic.
(3) Proposed measures [o reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
None. `
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8. Lan d and Shoreline Use ~
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a. What is [he curtest use of the site and adjacent properties? Current use J
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of site is Residential. Adjacent properties are bosh residential and V '~V'
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b. Has [he site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. ~
c. Describe any structures on [he site.
Z houses with oulbuildrngs.
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Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? \
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All existing structures will be demolished. ,
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e. What is the current zoning classification on the site? C-1 nt 1, v
£ Wha[ is [he current comprehensive plan designation of the site? IJ~ v"P~
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g. If applicable, what is the current Shoreline Master Program designation
of the site? Rural Shoreline. ~~
h. Has any part of [he site been classified an "environmentally sensitive" h'`' .S
area? If so, specify. No f/j' ~_ A.r
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in [he F~ U
completed project? 1 DO
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j. Approximately how many people would the completed project ~ Lsj<`-~
displace? None
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
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I. Proposed measures [o ensure the proposal is compatible with existing
and projected land uses and plans, if any: Commercial use is the
designated (projected) land use.
9. Housine
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate
whether high, middle or low-income housing. N/A
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate
whether high, middle orlow-income housing. N/.9
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: N/A
10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including
antennas; what is the principle exterior building material(s) proposed.
35'. Exterior materials Lardy Board and Masatrv.
b. Wha[ views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
M1'one
a Proposed measures [o reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Building wit! be compatible +vith surrounding slruehtres.
11. Licht and Glare
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a. Who[ type of light or glare will the proposal produce? Wha[ time of
day would it mainly occur? Parking for lighting will operate anti/
/O:OOpm.
b. Could light or glare from [he finished project be a safeTy hazard or
interfere with view? No
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your
proposal? No
d. Proposed measures [o reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
Directional fixtures mill be utili=ed to control efjee7 on surrounding
properties.
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreation opportunities are in the
immediate vicinity? Fr. Stevens Elemenrorv School.
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 opportunities: N/A
] 3. Historic and Cultural Preservation
a. Are [here any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state,
or local preservation registers known to be on or next [o the site? If so,
generally describe. A'o
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological,
sciemific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to [he site? Po%A
e. Proposed measures to reduce or convol impacts, if any: N/A ~ /~
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14. Transportation (,~~ SO.'S
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe ~y~
proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plan, if any.
See attached site plan
b. Is [he site currently served by public transit? If no[, what is the
approximate distance to the nearest transit slop? Bus stop is approximately
nvo blocks from site.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many
would the project eliminate? 177 new parking spaces, none eliminated.
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d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements [o
existing road or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe
(indicate whether public or private). Yes-/mprovemenrs m West Rd. wi77 6e V
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e. N'iIl the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity ot) water, rail, or ~~
air transportation? If so, generally describe. h'o `
f Haw many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed ~y„'~j
project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. See attached ~ c~ ~
traffic study. V /
g. Proposed measures [o reduce or control transportation impacts, iC any.
Traffic impacts n'ill be mitigated with the Ciry of Yelm
15. Public Services
Would the project remit in an increased need for public services (for
example: fire protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? [f
so, generally describe. h'o
Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services,
if any. ,NYA
16. Utilities
Circle utilities currently available at [he site: e7ectriciN nataral gas
mater, refuse service. telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other. SfCI)
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Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing
the service, and the general conshuction activities on the site or in the
immediate vicinity, which might be needed.
Power -Puget Sound Energ}'
Water-City of Yelm
Gas -Puget Sound Energy
Refuse-Pierce County Refuse
Telephone - Ycom
Sewer -City of Yelm
The above answers are [rue and complete to the best of my knowledge I understand that the lead agency is
relying on them to make its decision.
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