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Environmental Review City of Yelm YELM WASHINGTON 105 Yelm Avenue West POBox 479 Yelm, Washington 98597 (360) 458-3244 SEPA NO' 8229 MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE Proponent: Leticia Meza/Puerto Vallarta Restaurant Description of Proposal Construction of an addition to an existing restaurant in the total amount of 2,238.21 square feet. Use to include new cocktail lounge and a banquet area with sunroom Location of the Proposal 802 Yelm Avenue Section/T ownship/Range NE 1/4 Section 24, Township 17N, Range 1E, Tax Parcel 2172 4140800 Threshold Determination. The City of Yelm as lead agency for this action has determined that this proposal does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. Therefore, an environmental impact statement (EIS) will not be required under RCW 43.21C 030(2)(c) This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency This information is available to the public on request. Conditions/Mitigating Measures SEE ATTACHED Lead agency' Responsible Official City of Yelm Shelly Badger, City Administrator Date of Issue. Comment Deadline. December 17,1998 5'00 pm, December 31,1998 Sh~,ya~~t::ar This Mitigated Determination of NonSignificance is issued pursuant to Washington Administrative Code 197-11-340(2) The City of Yelm will not act on this proposal prior to 5:00 p.m., January 7, 1999 Comments must be submitted to Gibran Hashmi, Assistant City Planner, at City of Yelm, 105 Yelm Ave. W, POBox 479, Yelm, WA 98597, by 5'00 pm, December 31,1998 You may appeal this determination to the Yelm City Council, at above address, by submitting a written appeal no later than 5'00 pm, January 7, 1999 You should be prepared to make specific factual objections. Contact Agnes Bennick, City Clerk, 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 Title (17), Critical Areas Ordinance (1408), Storm water Drainage Design and Erosion Control Manual (DOE), Uniform Building Code, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Title (14), Road Design Standards, Platting and Subdivision Title (16), and the Shoreline Master Program DO NOT PUBLISH BELOW THIS LINE Published Nisqually Valley News, Thursday, December 24,1998 Posted in publiC areas Wednesday, December 17,1998 Copies to Wednesday, December 17,1998 - Dept. of Ecology w/ checklist. All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list and adjacent property owners C \MSOFFICE\WINWORD\GHASHMI\PROJECTS\8229MDNS WPD ATTACHMENT SEPA CASE NO 8229 This Mitigated Determination of Nrn Significance is based on the project as proposed and impacts and mitigation reflected in the following . Environmental Checklist (dated September 8, 1998, prepared by Bernhoft & Associates) And the following condition 1 The applicant shall contribute $750 per new PM peak hour trip generated by the project. The Transportation Facility Charge (TFC) shall be based on 13 72 new trips, the proponent will be responsible for a TFC of $10,290 C \MSOFFICE\WINWORD\GHASHMI\PROJECTS\8229MDNS WPD "\6\N\~ @ ~,,~^ - . ",- \Pi ~~ ~ "-,..~ '.... ...... '... ...... " ........ ...., ....... ...., '.... "', '... ..........~ ,,\v\~\\ ~\-re P\ ~ THE FOllOWING CASES Will BE CONSIDERED AT YElM CITY HAll, 105 YElM AVE WEST, IN COUNCil CHAMBERS - MEETING DATE. Wednesday. December 16. 1998 1:00 .m. Puerto Vallarta Restaurant - SPR98-8229-YL 1:30 .m. 2:00 .m 2:30 .m 3:00 .m. Henderson water hook-up request - (move into an 3:30 office, as there is Court at 3:00 p.m.) .m Pre-submission meetings: Applicants and/or representatives are required to attend meeting. Environmental Review/Site Plan Review: Staff review only, applicants and/or representatives are not required to attend. If you plan to attend, please notify the Planning Department at 458-8408. C:\OFFICE\PLANDEPT CC\WEEKSPR 'l CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Instructions. The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) requires all governmental agencies to consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help identify impacts from your proposal, to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal if it can be done, and to help the City decide whether an EIS is required An environmental impact statement (EIS) must be prepared for any proposal with probable significant adverse impacts on environmental quality This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal The City will use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant and require preparation of an EIS You must answer each question accurately, carefully and to the best of your knowledge Answer the questions briefly, but give the best description you can In most cases, you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need for experts If you do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write "do not know" or "does not apply" Complete answers to the questions now may avoid delays later If the space provided is too small, feel free to attach additional sheets Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations. Answer these questions if you can If you have problems, the city staff can assist you The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of land Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects You may be asked to explain your answers or provide additional information for determining if there may be significant adverse impacts. Nonproject Proposals Only' Complete both the checklist (even though many questions may be answered "does not apply") and the Supplemental Sheet for Nonproject Actions (part D) For non project actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST CITY USE ONL Y FEE: $150.00 DATE REC'O BY: FILE NO. A. BACKGROUND 1 Name of proposed project, if any' Puerto Vallarta Restaurant J 2 Name of applicant: Leticia Mesa. 3 Address and phone number of applicant and of any other contact person 802 Yelm Avenue Yelm, Washington 98357 (360) 458-7710 4 Date checklist prepared September 8, 1998 5 Agency requesting checklist: City of Yelm 6 Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable) As soon as all permits approved for construction 7 Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain No further expansion anticipated 8 List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal This checklist and Health Department applications. 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 No 10 List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known City of Yelm Building permits for addition, mechanical permit, plumbing permit, electrical permits, sanitary and storm sewer permits, health department approval (Thurston County ). 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' Construct an addition to existing restaurant in the total amount of 2235 sf. Use to include new cocktail lounge and a banquet area with sunroom 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. Site is located on Yelm Avenue, just East of Killion Street S.E., The site is on the North side of Yelm Avenue. Address is 802 Yelm Avenue. B ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS ia~~ I~ ' 1 Earth a General 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)? The steepest slope is between 1 % and 2 %. ~~'i.- I''7t>G I.S G () ~fl.G '- T 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 that is known. e Describe the purpose, type, and approximate 'quantities of any filling or grading proposed Indicate source of fill. Only small amount of fill may be required under the floor slab area. The total fill should not be morewthan 100 cy. f Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe No erosion would be anticipated from the construction. Site is flat and paved near the. location of the adition g About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction such as asphalt or buildings? 56 % I C,~ ~~1II V'<'6V1:" e. h Propo~ed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the ,. earth, If any' ~~tI)(.1s .. (.0'1\-1'''\ (?~'" I l I~ \ Lei 1 1) Erosion control will be submitted to the City for approval. C-t rvl ~ . Je;J<I- 'V....,o(A.l .:>~-'\...r . 2 Air a What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (Le , 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 Construction equipment exhaust fumes would be the largest type of emission. Dust from dry site would also be possible~' depending upon season construction starts. b Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe The only offsite emissions would be automobile exhaust fumes. c Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any' Construction equipment checked for proper exhaust equipment and site watered as necessary to minimize dust. 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 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, N/A 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known No, N/A 5) Does the proposal lie within a 1 OO-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 P e.V' -CI.\-I.'{ ':s 00......('7 2) fl~ (S.e'l~'+I.,Je Gl""''''..J '-~'r) t~u4",i-C'..lYi~ qb";~C'''' .5 ~)<I-amt:. -C~~JOV7't3) 'D.o~6. ~G'~~ \.ell ~<;t. No. Describe the underlying aquifer with regard to quality and quantity, sensitivity, protection, recharge areas, etc. , Unknown 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 Impervious surface runoff from stormwater, stormwater from downspouts. Stormwater collected by catch basin and infiltrated to trench system. 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' Stormwater runoff de~igned per the lastest manual, with plans submitted to City of Yelm for approval. 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 fir trees shrubs landscape shrubs grasses 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? Existing tree at entrance area to be removed. c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site None. d Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any' Landscaping to be installed per City of Yelm requirements. 5 Animals a Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site birds. hawk, heron, ducks, eagle, songbirds, No other' mammals. deer, bear, elk, beaver, other' No fish bass, salmon, trout, shellfish, other' No b List any priority, threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site None. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain No. d Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any' None, NJA 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 Electricity for light and equipment Gas for Mechanical. 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' Additon to be designed to meet Washington's NREC requirements. 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 Risk of fire is possible from restaurant equipment. 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required Fire Department 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any' Exercise good safety procedures in kitchen areas. b Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example. traffic, equipment operation, other)? Vehicle traffic noise 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 WOllld come from the site Construction equipment from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any' Equipment to have exhaust installed and working properly. 8 Land and Shoreline Use a What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Current use is restaurant Commercial sites adjacent b Has the site been used for mineral excavation, agriculture or forestry? If so, describe NO c. Describe any structures on the site Current structure is wood framed with compo roofing. d Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? No e What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Commercial (C-1) f What is the current zoning classification of the site? Commercial (C-1) 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? Additional 4-5 people for addition. j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? None. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any' NJA I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any' By obtaining City of Yelm approvals. 9 Housing a Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing None. 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 required. 1 0 Aesthetics a What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? Tallest height is approx. 20 ft. Exterior of building is stucco and Spanish tile on roof. b What views in the immediate vicinity.would be altered or obstructed? None c Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any' Landscaping will be installed wI trees and shrubs. 11 Light and Glare a What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Accent lighting and some security lighting will be installed on exterior. Lighting on during evening time. 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' Security lighting will be directed downwards. Accent lighting will have minimum wattage. 12 Recreation a What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? School playgrounds 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. Lounge would provide adult recreation. ie: darts 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 No b Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site None c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any' None. 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 Yelm Avenue serve as the main access to site. Sidewalks are existing, with plan to extend new sidewalk to the main entrance. ~c~. IT -\lL\,..J~ir S '\OQ j\/ e;1.\-Vl. Ei\f\t'\.4-Il.t: b Is site currently served by public transit? By what means? If not, what plans exist for transit service? No, Future plans unknown c How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? 34 stalls with 2 loading stall in addition 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) Future City plans call for development of sidewalks, curbs and roadways. Owner will be required to assist in the future development. 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 Approx. 150 Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any' Owners will be required to contibute to the Transportation Facilities Fund to asist in impacts. 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 L ......\ \ Fire protection. b Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any Maintain safe kitchen procedures to minimize chances for fire. 16 Utilities a Circle utilities currently available at the site electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other Electricity, natural gas, water, refuse services, telephone, sanitary sewer. b Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be needed Electricity, natural gas, sanitary sewer C SIGNATURE The above swers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge understand at the City of Yelm is relying on them to make its decision Signature Date Subm ~NHoFT ~~~I~"ta;. 1oZ. 13 fCOADwA'i. SOlTE. 201 TAl.OkA. wA-'$oH. ~94<'2. SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (Do not use this sheet for project actions.) When answering these questions, be aware of the extent of the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms. 1 How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals. fish, or marine life? Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are' 3 How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are. 4 How would the proposal be likely to use or affect critical or environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or under stUdy) for governmental protection, such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered speCies habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or natural resource areas? Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are 5 How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans? Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are 6 How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? , Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are 7 Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment.