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SEPA NO: 8280
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Proponent: City of Yelm
Description of Proposal: Amendments to Title 17, Zoning, creating a new chapter relating to the
regulation of adult businesses.
Location of the Proposal: City wide.
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: None
Lead agency: City of Yelm
Responsible Official: Shelly Badger, City Administrator
Date of Issue: June 5, 2001
Comment Deadline: 5:00 p.m., June 18, 2001
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Shel y Badg ,City Adm~ istrator
This Determination of NonSignificance is issued pursuant to Washington Administrative Code 197-11-340(2).
Comments must be submitted to Catheri ne Carlson, Community Development Director, at City of YeIm,105 Yelm
Ave. W., P.O. Box 479, Yelm, WA 98597, by 5:00 p.m., June 18, 2001. The City of Yelm will not act on this
proposal prior to 5:00 p.m., June 25, 2001
You may appeal this determination to the Yelm City Council, at above address, by submitting a written appeal no
laterthan 5:00 p.m., June 25, 2001. You should be prepared to make specificfactualobjections. Contact Agnes
Bennick, City Clerk, to learn more about the procedures for SEPA appeals. This DNS 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 (14.08), 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DO NOT PUBLISH BELOW THIS LINE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, Friday, June 8, 2001
Posted in public areas: June 5, 2001
Copies to: All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list, June 5, 2001. Dept. of Ecology w/checklist, June 5, 2001. .-~
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SHELLY BADGER MAYOR ADAM RIVAS BRIAN ASMUS
CITY ADMINISTRATOR YELM POLICE DEPT.
STEVE GILBERT THURSTON CO. FIRE DEPT. YELM TELEPHONE CO.
PARAMETRIX ATTN: BILL STEELE ATTN: KEN BECKMAN
P.O. BOX 460 P.O. BOX 777 P.O. BOX 593
SUMNER, 98390 YELM, WA 98597 YELM, WA 98597
GARY NOMENSEN PUGET SOUND ENERGY WSDOT
PUGET SOUND ENERGY ATTN: CHERYL PARAS OLYMPIC REGION
P.O. BOX 486 3130 S 38T" ST P.O. BOX 47440
YELM, WA 98597 TACOMA, WA 98409-5615 OLYMPIA, WA 98502
DEPT OF ECY SW REG OFFICE TC ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH NISOUALLY RIVER MGMT COUNCIL
ENV REVIEW: BARB RITCHIE ATTN: PHIL BRINKER ATTN: PETER MOULTON
P.O. BOX 47375, MS 4775 2000 LAKERIDGE DR SW PO BOX 47775
OLYMPIA, WA 98504-6811 OLYMPIA, WA 98502 OLYMPIA WA 98504
THURSTON COUNTY THURSTON CO. PLANNING DEPT. NISOUALLY INDIAN TRIBE
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 2000 LAKERIDGE DR SW ATTN: GEORGE WALTERS
2000 LAKERIDGE DR SW BLDG 1 OLYMPIA, WA 98502 4820 SHE-NA-NUM DR SE
OLYMPIA WA 98502 OLYMPIA, WA 98503
DEPT OF ECOLOGY THURSTON CO. COMMUNICATIONS INTERCITY TRANSIT
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW SECTION 2000 LAKERIDGE DR SW ATTN: GEORGE PATTON
P.O. BOX 44703 OLYMPIA, WA 98502 P.O. BOX 659
OLYMPIA WA 98504-7703 OLYMPIA, WA 98507
YELM COMMUNITY SCHOOLS OAPCA - JAMES WILSON THURSTON CO. ROAD DIV.
ATTN: ERLING BIRKLAND 909 SLEATER KINNEY RD SE 9605 TILLEY ROAD SW
P.O. BOX 476 SUITE 1 OLYMPIA WA 98512
YELM, WA 98597 LACEY, WA 98503
JIM GIBBON CATHIE CARLSON SEPA CENTER
YELM CITY ENGINEER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
DIRECTOR PO BOX 47015
OLYMPIA WA 98504-7015
THURSTON CO PUBLIC WORKS
ATTN: DALE RANCOUR
2404 HERITAGE CT SUITE A
OLYMPIA WA 98502
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SEPA NO: 8280
Proponent: City of Yelm
Description of Proposal: Amendments to Title 17, Zoning, creating a new chapter relating to the
regulation of adult businesses.
Location of the Proposal: City wide.
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: None
Lead agency: City of Yelm
Responsible Official: Shelly Badger, City Administrator
Date of Issue: June 5, 2001
Comment Deadline: 5:00 p.m., June 18, 2001 (~
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Shel y Badge ,City Adm' istrator
This Determination of NonSignificance is issued pursuant to Washington Administrative Code 197-11-340(2).
Comments must be submitted to Catheri ne Carlson, Community Development Director, at City of YeIm,105 Yelm
Ave. W., P.O. Box 479, Yelm, WA 98597, by 5:00 p.m., June 18, 2001. The City of Yelm will not act on this
proposal prior to 5:00 p.m., June 25, 2001
You may appeal this determination to the Yelm City Council, at above address, by submitting a written appeal no
later than 5:00 p.m., June 25, 2001. You should be prepared to make specific factual objections. Contact Agnes
Bennick, City Clerk, to learn more about the procedures for SEPA appeals. This DNS 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 (14.08), 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, Friday, June 8, 2001
Posted in public areas: June 5, 2001
Copies to: Alt agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list, June 5, 2001. Dept. of Ecology w/checklist, June 5, 2001.
CITY OF YELM CITY USE ONLY
FEE: $150.00
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST DATE RECD
BY:
FILE NO.
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if any:
Non-project proposal -Amendments to Title 17, Zoning, to include a new
chapter relating to the location, acceptance of applications for and
issuance of any permit, license or approval for adult entertainment
businesses.
2. Name of applicant
City of Yelm
3. Address and phone number of applicant and of any other contact person:
Shelly Badger, City Administrator
P.O. BOx 479
Yelm, WA 98597
(360) 458-8405
4. Date checklist prepared:
May 15, 2001
5. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Yelm Community Development Department
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Adoption by July 2001.
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.
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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.
Adoption by the Yelm City Council.
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.
Amendments to Title 17, Zoning, to include a new chapter relating to the
location, acceptance of applications for and issuance of any permit,
license or approval for adult entertainment businesses.
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.
Citywide.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one):
flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other
Not applicable.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
Not applicable.
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.
Not applicable.
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d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate
vicinity? If so, describe.
Not applicable.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill.
Not applicable.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe.
Not applicable.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after
project construction such as asphalt or buildings?
Not applicable.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if
any:
Not applicable.
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.
Not applicable.
Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your
proposal? If so, generally describe.
Not applicable.
Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
Not applicable.
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?
Not applicable.
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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.
Not applicable.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
Not applicable.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
Not applicable.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note elevation on the
site plan.
Not applicable.
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.
Not applicable.
b. Groundwater:
1) Will groundwater be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to groundwater?
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
Not applicable.
2) Describe the underlying aquifer with regard to quality and quantity, sensitivity,
protection, recharge areas, etc.
City wide the underling aquifer is classified as a Category I, Aquifer
Recharge Area.
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).
Not applicable.
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.
Not applicable.
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2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
Not applicable.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water
impacts, if any:
Not applicable.
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
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?
Not applicable.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
Not applicable.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any:
Not applicable.
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,
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.
Not applicable.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
Not applicable.
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Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
Not applicable.
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.
Not applicable.
Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe.
Not applicable.
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:
Not applicable.
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:
Not applicable.
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.
Not applicable.
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3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Not applicable.
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
Not applicable.
b. Has the site been used for mineral excavation, agriculture or forestry? If so,
describe.
Not applicable.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
Not applicable.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
Not applicable.
e. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Not applicable.
f. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
Not applicable.
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the
site?
Not applicable.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as a "natural resource", "critical" or
"environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify.
Not applicable.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
Not applicable.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
Not applicable.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
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Not applicable.
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and
projected land uses and plans, if any:
Not applicable.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
Not applicable.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing.
Not applicable.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
Not applicable.
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?
Not applicable.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
Not applicable.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Not applicable.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur?
Not applicable.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views?
Not applicable.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
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Not applicable.
Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
Not applicable.
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity?
Not applicable.
Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so,
describe.
Not applicable.
Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts or provide recreation
opportunities:
Not applicable.
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.
Not applicable.
Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archeological,
scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
Not applicable.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
Not applicable.
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.
Not applicable.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? By what means? If not, what plans exist
for transit service?
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Not applicable.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would
the project eliminate?
Not applicable.
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).
Not applicable.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
Not applicable.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project?
If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur.
Not applicable.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
Not applicable.
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:
Not applicable.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
Not applicable.
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse
service, telephone, sanitary sewer, 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.
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Not applicable.
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand
that the City of Yelm is relyin on them to make its decision.
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Date Submitted:
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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.
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?
The proposed amendment world not increase any of the above. Future,
site specific development would increase emissions to air, release of
chemicals and noise associated with commercial uses.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
All future development will be required to comply with City Development
Standards, the Uniform Building Code and any applicable County, State or
Federal regulations.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
The proposed amendment would not affect any of the above. Future site
specific development would likely affect plants, animals, fish or marine life.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
All future development will be required to meet minimum City
development and environmental standards to protect and/or conserve
plants, animals, fish, and marine life.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
The proposed amendment would not affect any of the above. Future site
specific development may require additional energy sources.
Proposed measures to protector conserve energy and natural resources are:
All future development of the site will comply with the Unified Building
Code and all applicable City, County, State, and Federal regulations.
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?
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The proposed amendment would not affect critical or environmentally
sensitive areas. Future site specific development may affect critical or
environmentally sensitive areas.
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
All future development of the site will comply with all applicable City,
County, State, and Federal regulations.
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?
The proposed amendment would not affect any of the above. Future
development may affect land and shoreline use.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
All future development of the site will comply with all applicable City,
County, State, and Federal regulations.
How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities?
No increase or new demands on transportation or public services and
utilities would result from the proposed amendment.
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
All future development of the site will be evaluated for its demands on the
transportation system and public services and will be required to comply
with all applicable City, County, State, and Federal regulations.
Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or
requirements for the protection of the environment.
No potential conflicts have been identified.
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