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Home My WebLink About07-17-2024 AgendaHEARING EXAMINER MEETING AGENDA July 17, 2024 5:30 P.M. City Council Chambers 25 West Main Street I.PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Public Participation Information The City of Auburn Hearing Examiner Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. will be held in person and virtually. To attend the meeting virtually, please click one of the below links, or call into the meeting at the phone number listed below: Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87493448932 Meeting ID: 874 9344 8932 One tap mobile +12532050468,,87493448932# US +12532158782,,87493448932# US (Tacoma) Dial by your location •+1 253 205 0468 US •+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) •877 853 5257 US Toll-free •888 475 4499 US Toll-free Meeting ID: 874 9344 8932 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/keky107Dtw II.CASE NO: REZ23-0005 Stonecreek Apartments Rezone R-10, Residential to R-20, Residential APPLICANT(S): Balvir Singh 24827 – 16th Avenue South Des Moines, WA 98198 PROPERTY OWNER: Balvir Singh & Jaspreet Kaur 24827 – 16th Avenue South Des Moines, WA 98198 1 of 79 Hearing Examiner Agenda July 17, 2024 5:30 p.m. ________________________________________________________________________________ 2 PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes a site-specific rezone located at 703 8th St. NE for a portion of King County Parcel No. 3339900507 which is split-zoned between R-20 Residential Zone - 20 Dwelling Units per acre (R-20) and R-10 Residential Zone - 10 Dwelling Units per acre (R-10). The square footage of the entire parcel is 21,090 square feet. The proposal will rezone 7,098 square feet that is currently R-10 to R-20 so that the entirety of the parcel is R-20. The entirety of the parcel has a Comprehensive Plan designation of “Multi-Family residential”. The rezone will enable a higher density for the future development of the Stonecreek Apartments. PROJECT LOCATION: The project site is located north of 8th St. NE and approximately 575 feet northwest of the intersection of I St. NE and 8th St. NE in the City of Auburn, WA. The site is located in the SW Section 07, Township 21N, Range 05E, W.M. 2 of 79 Rezone – Stonecreek Apartments (REZ23-0005) Staff Report July 2, 2024 Page 1 of 7 REZONE Stonecreek Apartments Rezone from R-10, Residential to R-20, Residential REZ23-0005 I.GENERAL INFORMATION: Application Date: July 11, 2023 Applicant: Balvir Singh 24827 16th Ave. S Des Moines, WA 98198 Property Owner: Balvir Singh & Jaspreet Kaur 24827 16th Ave. S Des Moines, WA 98198 Proposal: The applicant proposes a site-specific rezone located at 703 8th St. NE for a portion of King County Parcel No. 3339900507 which is split-zoned between R-20 Residential Zone - 20 Dwelling Units per acre (R-20) and R-10 Residential Zone - 10 Dwelling Units per acre (R-10). The square footage of the entire parcel is 21,090 square feet. The proposal will rezone 7,098 square feet that is currently R-10 to R-20 so that the entirety of the parcel is R-20. The entirety of the parcel has a Comprehensive Plan designation of “Multi-Family residential”. The rezone will enable a higher density for the future development of the Stonecreek Apartments. Proposed Location: The project site is located north of 8th St. NE and approximately 575 feet northwest of the intersection of I St. NE and 8th St. NE in the City of Auburn, WA. The site is in the SW Section 07, Township 21N, Range 05E, W.M. Parcel Number: King County Assessor Parcel No. 3339900507 Subject Property and Adjacent Property Comprehensive Plan Designation, Zoning Classification and Current Land Use: Comprehensive Plan Designation Zoning classification Current Land Use Project Site Multi-Family Split zoned between R-20 and R- 10 Vacant North Multi-Family R-20 and R-10 Single-Family Residential and Condominium Multi- Family South Multi-Family R-20 and R-7 Single-Family Residential East Moderate Density Residential R-10 Single Family Residential West Single-Family R-7 and R-20 Single-Family Residential EXHIBIT 1 3 of 79 Rezone – Stonecreek Apartments (REZ23-0005) Staff Report July 2, 2024 Page 2 of 7 Excerpted Comprehensive Plan Land Map: Excerpted Zoning Map: Multi- Family Single- Family SUBJECT PARCEL Light Commercial Moderate Density Residential SUBJECT PARCEL SPLIT-ZONED C-1, Light Commercial R-20 R-10 R-7 4 of 79 Rezone – Stonecreek Apartments (REZ23-0005) Staff Report July 2, 2024 Page 3 of 7 II. SEPA STATUS: The project is exempt from SEPA review in accordance with WAC 197-11-800 (6) (c) “Where an exempt project requires a rezone, the rezone is exempt only if: (i) The project is in an urban growth area in a city or county planning under RCW 36.70A.040; (ii) The proposed rezone is consistent with and does not require an amendment to the comprehensive plan; and (iii) The applicable comprehensive plan was previously subjected to environmental review and analysis through an EIS under the requirements of this chapter prior to adoption; and the EIS adequately addressed the environmental impacts of the rezone.” Although the project is exempt from SEPA review, the applicant submitted a SEPA checklist therefore it was processed and noticed at the same time as the Notice for Public Hearing, under File No. SEP23-0026. III. FINDINGS OF FACT: 1. Balvir Singh, property owner and Applicant, submitted a Rezone application on July 11, 2023 to rezone a 7,098 square feet of a split-zoned lot from R-10 to R-20 which will render the entire parcel R-20. 2. The subject property is located north of 8th St. NE and approximately 575 feet northwest of the intersection of I St. NE and 8th St. NE. The site is within the City of Auburn’s corporate limits and referenced by King County Assessor Parcel No. 3339900507. 3. A Boundary Line Adjustment (File No. BLA21-0006) was applied for to combine the northern 90 feet of parcel no. 3339900495 with parcel no. 3339900507, recorded on 11/5/2021 and resulting in a split-zoned single lot. 4. The subject property is situated in an area surrounded by both Multi-Family Residential and Single-Family Residential in the immediate vicinity. 5. The subject property is irregular in shape, with the western rectangular portion of the lot measuring at about 14,245 square feet and eastern rectangular portion of the lot at approximately 7,065 square feet. It is flat and has no critical areas. Both ingress, egress and utilities easements are available across the lot to the south (parcel no. 3339900495) to 8th St. NE, recorded under AFNS: 781205072, 881212073, 20010220000902 & 20030929002021 as shown on the Boundary Line Adjustment (BLA21-0006). (Exhibit 5) 6. The rezone application was received by the City on July 11, 2023 and determined complete for processing on May 14, 2024. 7. A combined Notice of Application (NOA) and Notice of Public Hearing (NOPH) was originally issued on May 27, 2024 (Memorial Day) therefore re-issued on June 6, 2024 (Exhibit 4) a minimum of 15 days prior to the public hearing as required by ACC 14.07.030. The notices were also posted at the site, mailed to adjacent property owners within 300 ft. of the site, and published in The Seattle Times newspaper, consistent with the noticing requirements of ACC 14.07.040. 8. In response to the public notices the City received two comment letters from two parties as of June 28, 2024. The following list is Staff’s abbreviated summary of the comment along with the City’s response. The comments and responses are included as Exhibit 6. 5 of 79 Rezone – Stonecreek Apartments (REZ23-0005) Staff Report July 2, 2024 Page 4 of 7 a) Mark Seigle, 805 8th ST NE: A neighboring property owner, Mark Seigle, provided comments with concerns about the 10 new units increasing traffic on a stretch of 8th St. NE that already has numerous road and sidewalk related issues. City Response: Staff directed Mr. Seigle to the City of Auburn website where complaints can be made to Traffic Engineering. Staff also informed Mr. Seigle that the City cannot require an applicant to rezone more than what they propose. b) June Wakefield: A neighboring property owner is opposed to the rezone because it will cause an increase in traffic. City Response: Staff thanked June Wakefield for her comment. 9. A site visit was conducted on June 17, 2024, to drive the stretch of 8th St. NE. It was noted on that day that traffic flowed slightly over the speed limit and the stretch of road did not appear to be very “walkable”, otherwise there were unremarkable observations. 10. The Comprehensive Plan Designation of the site is “Multi-Family”. This designation is implemented by the R-20 zone. “This category shall be applied to those areas that are either now developed or are reserved for multiple family dwellings. Densities may range from 20 to 24 units per acre. These communities are served by transit, have nonmotorized connections to surrounding amenities and services, or have access to on-site amenities.” The current zoning classification of the site is split-zoned with about 34% R-10 and 66% R-20. 11. Per the City of Auburn Comprehensive Plan Multi-Family Designation, the R-10 zoning district is not implemented by the Multi-Family Designation. 12. The current density standards for the subject parcel allows 15-20 dwelling units per acre with a minimum lot area of 2,000 sf per dwelling unit (per ACC 18.07.030 R-20). The R-20 portion of the lot is approximately 13,992 square feet which would yield 6 dwelling units. The R-10 zone allows 8-10 dwelling units per acre with a minimum lot area of 2,000 sf per dwelling unit. The R-10 portion is approximately 7,098 sf yielding 1.6 units rounded up to 2, totaling 8 units for the entire parcel. If the rezone is approved so that the entire parcel is R-20, the parcel would be 21,090 square feet/0.48 acres, yielding 9.6 units rounded up to 10 units, yielding two additional units. 13. There are no significant adverse impacts associated with the proposed zoning map change. The proposal was reviewed by the City’s Building, Traffic, Utilities Division, and the Valley Regional Fire Authority and did not express any concerns regarding the rezoning of the subject property. Provided the rezone is approved, the Applicant plans to propose a 10-unit Multi-family apartment complex on the subject parcel. There is a water line located in 8th St. NE and a public sewer manhole located on a neighboring parcel approximately 70 feet east of the southern end of the parcel. 14. Per ACC 14.22.050, the City’s zoning regulations “...shall be consistent with and implement the intent of the comprehensive plan…” 15. Per ACC 18.02.030(A), the intent of Title 18 ACC, “Zoning”, is to: 6 of 79 Rezone – Stonecreek Apartments (REZ23-0005) Staff Report July 2, 2024 Page 5 of 7 “…to implement the City’s Comprehensive Plan. This title will be used to further the growth and development of the City consistent with the adopted Comprehensive Plan and its implementing elements. This title will also further the purpose of promoting the health, safety, morals, convenience, comfort, prosperity, and general welfare of the city’s population and to prevent and abate public nuisances.” 16. The Applicant has requested a rezone of 7,098 square feet (approximately 1/3 of the total parcel) from R-10 to R-20 to be consistent with the other 2/3 of the parcel which is currently R-20. The subject parcel abuts an R-20 zoned parcel to the west, north and south. If approved the applicant proposes to develop a Multi-family residential unit on the subject property thereby supporting the comprehensive plan’s Muliple-family land use classification. 17. Per ACC 18.07.010(H), the purpose of the R-20 zoning district is: “…intended to provide for multiple-family residential development and is further intended as a residential zone primarily of multiple-family residences, except as specifically provided elsewhere in this chapter. A related consideration is to make it possible to more efficiently and economically design and install all physical public service facilities in terms of size and capacity to adequately and permanently meet needs resulting from a defined intensity of land use.” 18. Per ACC 18.68.030(B), site-specific rezone application requests by an applicant other than the City, that are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, shall have a public hearing before the City Hearing Examiner who then makes a recommendation on the application to the City Council. Staff finds that: a. The Applicant, property owner Balbir Singh, initiated the requested rezone of a single property; b. The Rezone is consistent with the adopted Comprehensive Plan, as discussed in ‘Conclusions’ section below; c. Site-specific rezones must be adopted by Ordinance by the City Council after a recommendation by the City Hearing Examiner. The City Council may affirm, modify, or disaffirm the Hearing Examiner’s recommendation. IV. CONCLUSIONS: Chapter 18.68 ACC contains the intent and process for zoning code amendments, in this case a site-specific zoning map amendment has been requested and shall be processed as outlined in Item No. 16 under ‘Findings of Fact’, above. Chapter 18.68, specifically 18.68.040, contains three criteria for establishing proof of compliance. Staff therefore provides the following analysis on the Rezone (criteria being analyzed is underlined): A. The rezone implements the policies of the comprehensive plan. Staff Analysis: The Rezone request is to change from R-10 to R-20 therefore, the change implements the intent of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation of Multiple-family. B. The rezone is necessary due to a substantial change in circumstances since the current zoning. 7 of 79 Rezone – Stonecreek Apartments (REZ23-0005) Staff Report July 2, 2024 Page 6 of 7 Staff Analysis: More than 2/3 of the parcel is zoned R-20 however, rezoning the 7,098 square feet from R-10 to R-20 will allow 2 additional units/apartments for a future apartment complex. The Housing Element (Vol. 2) in City of Auburn’s Comprehensive Plan states that “Auburn’s housing stock is older than average, and much of its rental housing stock is in fair or poor condition.” C.The rezone bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety, or welfare. The City of Auburn Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element “Multiple-family Designation” general policies include: •LU-27: Provide a variety of housing typologies to suit the needs of various potential residents. The City of Auburn Comprehensive Plan Housing Element general policies include: •H-10: Provide a land use plan and zoning that offers opportunities to achieve a variety of housing styles and densities for private and nonprofit housing providers. •H-15: Use innovative zoning provisions to encourage infill development of underutilized parcels in zones that have been identified in the Comprehensive Plan as areas where infill residential development should be encouraged. Certain development requirements for infill development may be relaxed, while requiring adherence to specific design requirements to ensure compatibility with the character of nearby existing residential structures. Staff Analysis: The proposal supports the need for more housing, including multi-family apartment rental housing in the City of Auburn. The lot is vacant and the infill development that is proposed meets the development standards of a higher density zoning district. V.STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Based upon the application, accompanying materials, Findings of Fact, and Conclusions of this Staff Report, Staff recommends that the Hearing Examiner recommend approval of rezoning the portion of the parcel (approximately 7,098 square feet) from R-10 to R-20, to the City Council. VI.EXHIBIT LIST: Exhibit 1 Staff Report Exhibit 2 Vicinity Map, Existing Zoning Map and Proposed Rezone Map Exhibit 3 Application File No. REZ23-0005 and supporting materials Exhibit 4 Notice of Application and Notice of Public Hearing Exhibit 5 Application File No. BLA21-0006 Exhibit 6 Comment Letters and Staff Responses Exhibit 7 – Presentation to HEX 8 of 79 Rezone – Stonecreek Apartments (REZ23-0005) Staff Report July 2, 2024 Page 7 of 7 STAFF: Prepared by: _ _____________ July 2, 2024 Dinah Reed, Senior Planner DATE Department of Community Development Reviewed by: July 1, 2024 Alexandria D. Teague, AICP, Planning Services Manager DATE Department of Community Development 9 of 79 Vicinity Map Existing Zoning Map Proposed Rezone Map R-10 R-20 EXHIBIT 2 10 of 79 Page 1 of 2 CITY OF AUBURN Land Use Application #1325324 - STONECREEK APARTMENTS EXHIBIT 3 11 of 79 Project Contact Company Name: Name:Balvir Singh Email:balvir206@gmail.com Address:24827 16th Ave So Phone #:(206) 234-5687 Des Moines WA 98198 Project Type Activity Type Scope of Work New None Rezone Project Name:STONECREEK APARTMENTS Description of Work:Rezone for 10 units Project Details Development Activity Rezone Page 2 of 2 CITY OF AUBURN Land Use Application #1325324 - STONECREEK APARTMENTS 12 of 79 13 of 79 Time Period Size (X)TG Rate Enter %Enter Trips Exit %Exit Trips Total (T)Pass-by*Street Grid Weekday 10 6.74 50%34 50%34 67 ---- AM peak hour 10 0.4 24%1 76%3 4 ---- PM peak hour 10 0.51 63%3 37%2 5 ---- T = trips, X = number of units * - pass-by trips percent per ITE and JTE Traffic Engineering exerience, residential trips are considered new, however the existing service/delivery, garbage and mail trips already service the site and would not be new. Trip Generation per the Institute of Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Manual 11th Edition Note: Due to rounding some values may not add up. A vehicle trip is defined as a single or one direction vehicle movement with either the origin or destination (exiting or entering) inside the study site. The above trip generation values account for all the site trips made by all vehicles for all purposes, including commuter, visitor, recreation, and service and delivery vehicle trips. Proposed: Multifamily Housing (Low-Rise) - General Urban/Suburban (ITE LUC 220; 10 - units) STONECREEK APARTMENTS - AUBURN TABLE 1 - VEHICULAR TRIP GENERATION SEPA TRIP GENERATION (703 8th St. NE Auburn, WA 98002) 14 of 79 PROJECT REZ23-0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS SINCE A TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS IS NOT REQUIRED, THIS DOES NOT NEED TO BE ADDRESSED. BALVIR SINGH 12/07/2023 15 of 79 IM BALVIR SINGH OWNER OF PARCEL NUMBER 3339900507 AS OF PRE -APP MEETING THERE IS NO CRITICAL AREA ON PARCER NUMBER 3339900507, NO CRITICAL AREAS REPORT REQUIRED OWNER BALVIR SINGH 16 of 79 STONECREEK APARTMENTS April 28, 2024 City of auburn Department of community development 25 W Main Streets Auburn, Wa 98001 1) Fundamentally Stonecreek Apartments will be own and maintain apartments complex facility at this site. There will be no hazardous substances stored at facility. Also there will be no pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers be stored at facility. All pest control and landscaping maintenance activities if necessary are performed by vendors with credentials indicating strict control of hazardous materials. A. No hazardous pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers are stored on the project site. B. STONECREEK APARTMENTS:- Hazardous substances management procedures. C. OPERATION PLANS:- Emergency Action Plans [EAP] are posted at the work site. D. Physical System Information :- Drawings and record drawings for the project construction will be provided to the city of auburn and stored on the site. E. Emergency response and spill plans:- Minor spill will be cleaned up by employees of the facility following the guidelines in EAP. Major spills will be cleaned up by licensed hazardous waste disposal companies such as safety-kleen & Clean Harbors. F. Employee training documentation:- Employee training records are kept electronically in the company’s personnel development tracking system. G. STONECREEK APARTMENTS :-The civil engineering drawings that detail grading activities and operations include this note on the construction drawings. Any contaminant release will be reported to both the Washington state department of ecology and the city of auburn public works department immediately upon discovery. 17 of 79 H. STONECREEK APARTMENTS:- Implementation of the protective measures discussed above will be maintained as long as STONECREEK APARTMENTS owns the facility. 2)ACC16.10.130 Monitoring program and contingency plan, Items A,B, and C STONECREEK APARTMENTS RESPONSE:- It is our understanding that this part of the ACC is typically applicable to more areas that require mitigation, and that at this time the specific site does not require monitoring program until such time the city deems it to be necessary. It is STONECREEK APARTMENTS standard practice to keep such facility free of any material that might create an environmental risk of any kind. We hope this letter provides a reasonable level of comfort to the city regarding the protection of the aquifer below our site and sufficient meets the intent of the city’s code. If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact Stonecreek apartments. THANK YOU Sincerely, Balvir Singh Owner of Stonecreek apartments 18 of 79 Supplemental Name: REZ Written Statement Rezone Map Amendment Written Statement ACC 18.68.040 Rezone (Zoning Map Amendment) Approval Criteria. There is no presumption of validity for a Rezone and the applicant has the burden of proof in establishing compliance with all of the following criteria: ACC 18.64.040(A) The rezone implements the policies of the comprehensive plan; or Multi family residential ACC 18.64.040(B) The rezone is necessary due to a substantial change in circumstances since the current zoning; and Parcel have too different zones ACC 18.64.040(B) The rezone bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety, or welfare. N/A Jurisdiction:Auburn Project Name: STONECREEK APARTMENTS Application ID: 1325324 19 of 79 20 of 79 Supplemental Name: REZ Information Sheet Rezone (REZ) Supplemental Information Please read the following information and select the radio button at the end stating that you have read through and understand this information. Who may file initiate a Rezone? Rezones (“Zoning Map Amendments”) may be applied for by one or more property owner(s) within the City. It is strongly recommended to have a Pre-Application Meeting prior to submitting a Rezone application. What are the different types of REZ decisions? If the REZ request is consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation then the application is processed as a Type IV which is a quasi-judicial decision made by the City Council following a recommendation by the Hearing Examiner. If the request is not consistent with the Comprehensive Plan then a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment is also required and will be processed concurrently with the REZ application. This combination of applications is processed as a Legislative Non-Project action which is a decision made by the City Council following a recommendation by the Hearing Examiner. If you are unsure of which type of application(s) you need to apply for, reference you’re Pre-Application notes. How often is the Comprehensive Plan amended? Per ACC 14.22.060, The Comprehensive Plan is to be amended no more than once per annual cycle and no less than once every seven years. Do I need to be at the Public Hearing for a Rezone? Current City Code specifies that the Applicant (or Applicant’s Authorized Representative) must attend the public hearing. If the Applicant (or Applicant’s Authorized Representative) is not present at the public hearing, current City Code directs that the REZ application be tabled or public hearing not held until a representative is in attendance. How long before I am notified if my application is complete? Within 28 calendar days of receiving your application, City Staff will determine if the application is complete based on the required documents. If your application is incomplete you will be notified via email detailing the required information to make your application complete. What is SEPA and does it apply? CPAs are subject to the Washington State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). You will also be required to submit a SEPA application. PLEASE NOTE: Applicants are responsible for complying with all City Codes and ordinances and should review all City regulations that may be applicable to their proposed project. For assistance in determining which regulations are applicable, please contact planning@auburnwa.gov. I have read and understand this information. What is required to be uploaded for my REZ Map Amendment application? Owner Authorization Form(s) for all owners involved. Legal Description prepared by a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) registered in the State of Washington. A map showing the existing and requested Zoning Designations, you can find the existing Zoning Map on the City’s Public GIS site. Site Plan (if applicable): meeting the following standards: North arrow, graphic scale, vicinity map, and date plan was prepared, Drawing showing all boundaries, buildings and parking areas, easements, utilities, any critical areas (known or suspected, and adjacent streets. Traffic Analysis consistent with the requirements of the Engineering Design Standards. Critical Areas Report consistent with the requirements of Ch. 16.10 ACC (if applicable). Fill out the “Rezone Written Statement” Supplemental (note you will be prompted to fill this out). I have read and understand this information. Jurisdiction:Auburn Project Name: STONECREEK APARTMENTS Application ID: 1325324 21 of 79 SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Purpose of checklist Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization, or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal. Instructions for applicants This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use “not applicable” or "does not apply" only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision-making process. 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. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact. Instructions for lead agencies Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to evaluate the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents. Use of checklist for nonproject proposals For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable parts of sections A and B, plus the Supplemental Sheet for Nonproject Actions (Part D). Please completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead agency may exclude (for non-projects) questions in “Part B: Environmental Elements” that do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal. 22 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 2 of 19 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 1 of 18 A. Background Find help answering background questions 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: STONECREEK APARTMENTS 2. Name of applicant: BALVIR SINGH 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: 24827 16TH AVE SO DES MOINES WA 98198 (206)234-5687 4. Date checklist prepared: 10/23/2023 5. Agency requesting checklist: CITY OF AUBURN WA 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): SUMMER OF 2024 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. ASPECT TO BUILD 10 UNITS MULTIFAMILY 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. NO 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 10. REZONE APPLICATION REZ23-0005 11. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. 23 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 3 of 19 REZONE 12. Give a 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. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) PROPOSING REZONE AND NEW BUILDING FOR 10 UNITS 13. 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. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. PARCEL NUMBER # 3339900507 24 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 4 of 19 B. Environmental Elements 1. Earth Find help answering earth questions a. General description of the site: FLAT Circle or highlight one: Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? UNKNOW LOT IS FLAT 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 agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. SAND/GRAVEL d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. NO e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. NEW DOUBLE STORY BUILDING , ABOUT 8000 SF AREA. FLAT LOT VERY MINIMUM IMPORT/EXPORT QUANTITIES ABOUT 50 YARDS EXPORT AND 50 YARDS IMPORT f. Could erosion occur because of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. MAKING SURE DIRT PILES ARE COVERED BY PLASTIC, STRAW WATTLE,MULCH, AND DEWITT EROSION CONTROL BLANKETS. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? 80% 30% +/- FOR BUILDING AND REST FOR PARKING AND OTHER ASSOCIATED AREA. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any. 25 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 5 of 19 COVERED DISTURB AREA BY PLACING STRAW,SILT FENCE ,WATTLES,RIP RAP OTHER MATERIALS AS NEEDED 26 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 6 of 19 2. Air Find help answering air questions a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction , operation, and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. NONE 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. NOT APPLY \ THERE IS NO MATERIAL AT PROPERTY WHICH WILL IMPACTS THE AIR . 3. Water Find help answering water questions a. Surface Water: Find help answering surface water questions 1. Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. NO 2. Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 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 4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give a general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. NO 5. Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. NO 27 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 7 of 19 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. Ground Water: Find help answering ground water questions 1. Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the well. Will water be discharged to groundwater? Give a general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. NO 2. Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals…; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. NONE c. Water Runoff (including stormwater): a) 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. COVER IMPERVIOS SURFACES BY STRAW, SILT FENCES,BIOLOGS,SEDIMENT TRAPS,SANDBAG BARRIERS b) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. NO c) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. NO d) Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any. SILT FENCE BARRIER,STRAW BALE BARRIER, TEMPORARY SEDIMENT TRAP , CHECK DAM IF NEEDED FOR CONSTRUTION TIME AND INFILTRATION TRENCH OF STORMWATER WILL BE PROVIDED. 28 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 8 of 19 4. Plants Find help answering plants questions a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: ☐ deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other ☐ evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other ☐ shrubs ☒ grass ☐ pasture ☐ crop or grain ☐ orchards, vineyards, or other permanent crops. ☐ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other ☐ water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other ☐ other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? GRASS\BUSHES 10000 SQUARE FOOT c. List threatened and 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. WILL RESEEDING,NEW PLANTINGS. e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. NONE 5. Animals Find help answering animal questions a. List any birds and other animals that have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. NONE Examples include: • Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: • Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: • Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: b. List any threatened and 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. NOT APPLY 29 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 9 of 19 e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site f. NONE 6. Energy and Natural Resources Find help answering energy and natural resource questions 1. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. ELECTRIC \ NATURAL GAS 2. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. NO 3. 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. MAXIMIZE ENERGY EFFICIENCY, DESIGN AND MAINTENANCE SEASURES TO REDUCE PRODUCT CONSUMPTION AND WASTE. 7. Environmental Health Find help with answering environmental health questions a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur because of this proposal? If so, describe. NO 1. Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. NONE 2. Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity. NONE 3. Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating life of the project. NONE 4. Describe special emergency services that might be required. NONE 5. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any. GOAL IS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION IN FIRST PLACE AND PROVIDE SPILL KIT AT CONSTRUTION SIDE. 30 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 10 of 19 31 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 11 of 19 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)? CONSTRUTION,OPERATION 8AM -4PM , MINOR – MODREN 3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any. SELECT EQUIPMENT,LIMIT OPRATIONAL HOURS, MAINTENANCE MINOR NOISE 8. Land and Shoreline Use Find help answering land and shoreline use questions a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe. VACANT LOT /ADJACENT PROPERTIES MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL USES, THERE WILL BE NO AFFECT TO NEARBY PROPERTIES. b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses because of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated, how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or nonforest use? NO 1. Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and harvesting? If so, how? NO c. Describe any structures on the site. NONE d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? NO e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? 32 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 12 of 19 Per ACC18.07.030 the R-20 zone allow for 15-20 dwelling unit. The parcel has two different zoning designations that apply based on the original parcels prior to the boundary line adjustment .The northern portion (the area of the original parcel No 3339900507(north)is zoned R-20 Residential. The portion of the original parcel no 3339900495 (south or east ) is zoned R -10, Residential f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? THE LAND USE DESIGNATION IS MULTI-FAMILY g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Not Applicable \ Proposed site not affects or includes an area within 200 feet of a shoreline of the state. h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY’S CRITICAL AREA KNOWN AS TYPE I AQUIFER RECHARGE AREAS. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? 10-19 EXCACT NUMBER IS UNKNOW j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? NONE \ IT’S A VACANT LOT \ RAW LAND WILL BE DEVELOPING FIRST TIME SO NO DISPLACE. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any. NOT APPLICABLE \ WILL NOT DESPLACE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any. PROPOSED LAND IS FREE OF ALL TYPE OF WILDLIFE,LOCAL SUBAREA PLAN OR OVERLAY ZONES LAND IS COMPATIBLE WITH EXISTING WILL NOT EFFECTS DIRECT OR INDRECT. m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long -term commercial significance, if any. DOES NOT APPLY / ITS NOT A AGRICULTURAL LAND OR FOREST LAND. 9. Housing Find help answering housing questions a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or lowincome housing. 10 UNITS, RESIDENTIAL,MEDIUM - HIGH 33 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 13 of 19 b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing NONE \ NO HOUSING UNITS WILL BE DISPLACED EITHER DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any. NOT APPLICABLE WON,T EFFECTS HOUSING. 34 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 14 of 19 10. Aesthetics Find help answering aesthetics questions a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? 30 FEET ,JAMES HARDIE / FIBER CEMENT PANALS OR LAP SIDING , GRAY COLOR AND WINDOW AREA BE ABOUT 10%-20% OF THE BUILDING. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? NONE c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any. UNKNOW 11. Light and Glare Find help answering light and glare questions a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? RESIDENTIAL USE APARTMENT BUILDING 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? UNKNOW d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any. UNKNOW 12. Recreation Find help answering recreation questions a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? NONE 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 to be provided by the project or applicant, if any. 35 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 15 of 19 NONE 13. Historic and Cultural Preservation Find help answering historic and cultural preservation questions a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over 45 years old listed in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers? If so, specifically describe. NO b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to identify such resources. NO c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of archeology and historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc. NOT APPLY \ THERE IS NO POTENTIAL IMPACTS TO CULTURAL AND HISTORIC RESOURCES ON OR NEAR THE PORPOSED SITE. d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. N/A 14. Transportation Find help with answering transportation questions a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. HIGHWAY 167/HIGHWAY 18 See Attachment for site plans. b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? YES/PUBLIC BUS SERVICE c. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle, or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). NO d. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. NO e. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be 36 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 16 of 19 trucks (such as commercial and non-passenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? 37 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 17 of 19 f. Will the proposal interfere with, affect, or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. NO g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any. THE PROJET IS REQURIED TO PAY A TRAFFIC IMPACT FEE FOR EACH NEW RESIDENTIAL UNIT CREATED. 15. Public Services Find help answering public service questions a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. YES SITE WILL INCREASED NEED FOR PUBLIC SERVICES AND PUBLIC SERVICES WILL BE AFFECTED BY THIS PORPOSED. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. PROVIDING ON SITE SECURITY AND SECURE RESIDENTS WILL BE FIRST PERIORTY WITH GATED SECURITY. 16. Utilities Find help answering utilities questions 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. c. Sewer will be connected to Existing public sewer at Manhole 609-33 with a standard sewer line. AUBURN CITY WATER,LAKE HAVEN SEWER,PSE ELECTRICITY,PSE NATURAL GAS,PRIVATE OR CITY STORME AND COMCAST TELEPHONE. C. Signature Find help about who should sign The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision. Type name of signee: BALVIR SINGH Position and agency/organization: LANDOWNER 38 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 18 of 19 Date submitted: 10/23/2023 D. Supplemental sheet for nonproject actions Find help for the nonproject actions worksheet IT IS NOT REQUIRED to use this section for project actions. Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list of the elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent 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; pro - duction, 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 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 prime farmlands? • Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: 39 of 79 SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960) January 2023 Page 19 of 19 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. 40 of 79 RE-NOTICE OF APPLICATION (NOA) & NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING (NOH) DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) Stonecreek Apartments SEP23-0026 and REZ23-0005 The City of Auburn is issuing a Re-Notice of Application (NOA) using the optional process for Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) for the following described project. The applications and listed studies may be reviewed at the Auburn Department of Community Development at One E Main St., 2nd Floor, Customer Service Center, Auburn, WA 98001 and by visiting www.auburnwa.gov/landuse. Proposal: The applicant proposes a site-specific rezone located at 703 8th St. NE for a portion of parcel no. 333990-0507 which is split-zoned between Residential 20 Dwelling Units per acre (R-20) approximately 13,992 square feet, and Residential 10 Dwelling Units per acre (R-10) approximately 7,098 square feet. The site-specific rezone will entail rezoning the portion that is R-10 to R-20 so that the entirety of the parcel is R-20. The entirety of the parcel has a Comprehensive Plan designation of “multiple-family residential”. The rezone will enable a higher density for the future development of the Stonecreek Apartments. Location: The project site is located north of 8th St. NE and approximately 575 feet northwest of the intersection of I St. NE and 8th St. NE in the City of Auburn, WA. The site is located in the SW Section 07, Township 21N, Range 05E, W.M. King County Parcel No. 333990-0507. Notice of Application: June 6, 2024 Application Complete: May 14, 2024 Permit Application: July 11, 2023 File Nos. REZ23-0005 and SEP23-0026 Property Owner: Balbir Singh & Jaspreet Kaur 24827 16th Ave. S Des Moines, WA 98198 Applicant: Balbir Singh 24827 16th Ave. S Des Moines, WA 98198 Studies/Plans Submitted With Application: •Site Plan, Urban Design Group, December 7, 2023 Other Permits, Plans, and Approvals Needed: •Site Specific Rezone (REZ23-0005) Statement of Consistency and List of Applicable Development Regulations: This proposal is subject to and shall be consistent with the Auburn City Code, Comprehensive Plan, and Public Works Design and Construction Standards. Lead Agency: City of Auburn The lead agency for this proposal has reviewed the proposed project for probable adverse environmental impacts and expects to issue a Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS). This decision was made after reviewing a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request. The responsible official will reconsider the DNS based on EXHIBIT 4 41 of 79 NOTICE OF APPLICATION & NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING & DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE REZ23-0005 and SEP23-0026 (Continued) Page 2 of 3 timely comments and may retain, modify, or, if significant adverse impacts are likely, withdraw the DNS. If the DNS is retained, it will be final after the expiration of the comment deadline. Public Comment Period: The optional DNS process in WAC 197-11-355 is being used. This may be your only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposed project. All persons may comment on this application. The City of Auburn anticipates issuing a DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-355; the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 15 days from the date issued below. Comments must be in writing and received by the end of the 15-day comment period at 5:00 p.m. June 21, 2024 to the mailing address of 25 W Main St., Auburn, WA, 98001 or to the contact email address below. Any person wishing to become a party of record, shall include in their comments that they wish to receive notice of and participate in any hearings, request a copy of decisions once made, and be ma de aware of appeal rights. For questions regarding this project, please contact Dinah Reed, Senior Planner, at planning@auburnwa.gov or 253-931-3092. Public Hearing: The meeting of the City of Auburn Hearing Examiner scheduled for July 17, 2024 at 5:30 PM will be held virtually and telephonically. To attend the meeting virtually please enter the meeting ID into the ZOOM app or call into the meeting at the phone number listed below. Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87493448932 Meeting ID: 874 9344 8932 One tap mobile +12532050468,,87493448932# US +12532158782,,87493448932# US (Tacoma) Any interested person is invited to appear and express comments or opinions on the proposed project. Written comments may be emailed to the contact person below, mailed attention to the contact person below to 25 W Main St., Auburn WA, 98001, or submitted at the public hearing. For citizens with speech, sight or hearing disabilities wishing to review documents pertaining to this hearing, should contact the City of Auburn within 10 calendar days prior to the meeting, as to the type of service or equipment needed. Each request will be considered individually according to the type of request, the availability of resources, and the financial ability of the City to provide the requested services or equipment. SEPA RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL: Alexandria D. Teague, AICP POSITION/TITLE: Planning Services Manager Department of Community Development ADDRESS: 25 W Main St. Auburn, WA 98001 253-931-3090 DATE ISSUED: June 6, 2024 SIGNATURE: Note: This determination does not constitute approval of the proposal. Approval of the proposal can only be made by the legislative or administrative body vested with that authority. The proposal is required to meet all applicable regulations. 42 of 79 NOTICE OF APPLICATION & NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING & DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE REZ23-0005 and SEP23-0026 (Continued) Page 3 of 3 Vicinity Map Project Site Aerial Site Plan 43 of 79 44 of 79 45 of 79 46 of 79 47 of 79 48 of 79 EXHIBIT 549 of 79 50 of 79 51 of 79 52 of 79 1Dinah Reed From:Dinah ReedSent:Thursday, June 13, 2024 10:58 AM To:Mark Seigle Cc:Alexandria Teague Subject:RE: Application # REZ23-0005 703 8th St NE Comments Dear Mr. Seigle, I have tried to respond to some of your comments which are in RED below. I have also provided a couple different links to City of Auburn website where most of your comments can be addressed. Regarding your comments to REZ23-0005, I have some responses. Some of your comments do not pertain to Planning but most can be answered or addressed by going to: Frequently Asked Questions - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) •Adding more units per acre to one parcel without rezoning all of them and giving a developer the chance to buy out andupgrade the entire stretch of roadway will only make matters worse.oThe entire stretch of roadway is not changing, only an area of 7,098 square feet is being proposed to be rezoned to ahigher density which allows only 2 additional units.Please go to the City of Auburn website below to address many of your question/comments: Frequently Asked Questions - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) •This street is out of control and unsafe in many ways and actions should be taken to improve it and not add to the problem.•It is 35 MPH east of Harvey Rd NE and drops to 25MPH west of Harvey Rd NE. Most people do not slow down, instead, somespeed up since they are out of the congestion at the intersection.•There is no real sidewalk on this roadway and there have been many accidents and near misses since I’ve lived here.•The south side of the roadway is privately owned all the way up to the edge of roadway, hindering the City of Auburns ability toinstall a sidewalk or at least from H St to I St it is.•The north side of the roadway is just part of the road with extruded curb on top of it.•Pedestrians are forced to walk in the street on the south side, because of neighboring properties parking cars where asidewalk should be.oThis is a civil matter for the property owners involved.•On the north side, cars, especially my neighbor, continually block the walkway with vehicles as well.oThis is a civil matter between you and your neighbor.•Technically my property extends into the walkway as well.•I have witnessed and documented pedestrians falling, cars blocking the walkway, vehicles excessively exceeding the speedlimit and this particular stretch of roadway used as a racetrack for specifically documented residences.•They have raced cars, motorcycles, dirt bikes, go carts and other types of off road vehicles up and down this roadway foryears and it has become progressively worse.oThis is more of a police matter…you can make a complaint using the following website: How To Make a Complaint - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) •In the recent past, Auburn PD initiated a pit manuver on a vehicle, ultimately ramming her into my property, hitting one mytrees and driving through my fence. I still have damage in my yard and this could have easily ended with a car running into myhouse.oThis is more of a police matter…you can make a complaint using the following website: How To Make aComplaint - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) •I have seen a truck flip over on to its hood from an accident. How can that happen going 25 MPH?•Cars occasionally veer off the road heading westbound, drive into the walkway and scrape the bottom of their car on theextruded curb.EXHIBIT 6 53 of 79 2• The walkway that is on the north side, is not maintained as it is. My neighbor has gravel spilling out into the walkway and into the roadway. They drive there motorcycle on it between there house and my house. • There is a tree that you can’t even walk under at 707 8th St NE, right where this application originated. o If you are having trouble adequately seeing oncoming traffic upon entering a street, it may be due to overgrown vegetation or another obstruction in your line of sight. Upon request, city staff will conduct a field visit to assess whether there are visual obstructions that could inhibit a driver's ability to safely enter a roadway. If there is a line of site problem, the City will undertake all feasible efforts to remedy the issue, including trimming vegetation or requiring other objects to be moved. Please Use the Online Reporting system to request a field visit. • On the northeast corner of 8th St NE & I St NE, there is a sign for the Cambridge Lane Apartments next to a utility pole that blocks your view from oncoming traffic as you try to turn onto 8th St NE. • There was also a vehicle that ran into a utility pole here on the south side of the street. • I am forced to back out of my driveway with cars going at an excessive speed and with my neighbor blocking my view when they block the walkway. In closing, I have seen an officer set up a speed trap in my neighbor to the wests driveway, but this has only been for a small portion of time during the day in the summer time. We need enforcement in the evening hours and on the weekend. There are children that walk here all throughout the day and they really have no safe place to walk. We need crosswalks, RRFB’s, REAL sidewalks, speed humps and whatever else will slow people down. We need less traffic and more traffic calming. Parking enforcement could drive through here all the time and see cars blocking the sidewalk. I now feel like I need a guardrail or a retaining wall in front of my house after the recent accident. Please let me know who I need to speak with, especially when it comes to rezoning this entire stretch of roadway. o The proposal is not to rezone the entire stretch of the roadway, but only an area of 7,098 square feet of one parcel (parcel no. 3339900507). Best regards, Dinah Reed, Senior Planner Department of Community Development City of Auburn | www.auburnwa.gov Office 253-931-3092 | DReed@auburnwa.gov Mailing Address: 25 W Main Street, Auburn, WA 98001 Permit Center Address: 1 E Main Street, Auburn, WA 9 8002 (Click Here for Map) Customer Service Survey | Application Forms | Zoning Maps Planning or Land Use Questions? Book an online meeting: Virtual Permit Center - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) From: Mark Seigle <m.seigle@yahoo.com> Sent: Tuesday, June 4, 2024 11:50 AM To: Dinah Reed <DReed@auburnwa.gov> Cc: Alexandria Teague <ateague@auburnwa.gov> Subject: Application # REZ23-0005 703 8th St NE Comments CAUTION: The following message originated from outside the City of Auburn. Be careful opening links and attachments Good morning, I am writing to you in regards to application number REZ23-0005 and a mailer I received for this application. I would first like to start by saying that I could be mis interpreting what I am reading, but the project description does not make sense and the contact number listed below is inaccurate. With that said, I would like to know the reason for wanting the entire parcel classified as Residential 20. Does this mean that they are going to build and want more units per acre when they do or is this to make it more valuable to sell? Either way, the 54 of 79 3way my street (805 8th St NE) is zoned as a whole from Auburn Way N to Harvey Rd NE, does not seem consistent, especially in the area that this application is referring. I feel as though this entire stretch should be rezoned and anything built on parcel number 3339900505 or any parcel in the vicinity, without doing so, will only add to the problems. Please read below. • This stretch of roadway is out of compliance and in previous conversations with the City of Auburn, they have admitted so, as well as stating that the City will not make the upgrades, as it is too expensive, but would allow a developer to. • Adding more units per acre to one parcel without rezoning all of them and giving a developer the chance to buy out and upgrade the entire stretch of roadway will only make matters worse. • This street is out of control and unsafe in many ways and actions should be taken to improve it and not add to the problem. • It is 35 MPH east of Harvey Rd NE and drops to 25MPH west of Harvey Rd NE. Most people do not slow down, instead, some speed up since they are out of the congestion at the intersection. • There is no real sidewalk on this roadway and there have been many accidents and near misses since I’ve lived here. • The south side of the roadway is privately owned all the way up to the edge of roadway, hindering the City of Auburns ability to install a sidewalk or at least from H St to I St it is. • The north side of the roadway is just part of the road with extruded curb on top of it. • Pedestrians are forced to walk in the street on the south side, because of neighboring properties parking cars where a sidewalk should be. • On the north side, cars, especially my neighbor, continually block the walkway with vehicles as well. • Technically my property extends into the walkway as well. • I have witnessed and documented pedestrians falling, cars blocking the walkway, vehicles excessively exceeding the speed limit and this particular stretch of roadway used as a racetrack for specifically documented residences. • They have raced cars, motorcycles, dirt bikes, go carts and other types of off road vehicles up and down this roadway for years and it has become progressively worse. • In the recent past, Auburn PD initiated a pit manuver on a vehicle, ultimately ramming her into my property, hitting one my trees and driving through my fence. I still have damage in my yard and this could have easily ended with a car running into my house. • I have seen a truck flip over on to its hood from an accident. How can that happen going 25 MPH? • Cars occasionally veer off the road heading westbound, drive into the walkway and scrape the bottom of their car on the extruded curb. • The walkway that is on the north side, is not maintained as it is. My neighbor has gravel spilling out into the walkway and into the roadway. They drive there motorcycle on it between there house and my house. • There is a tree that you can’t even walk under at 707 8th St NE, right where this application originated. • On the northeast corner of 8th St NE & I St NE, there is a sign for the Cambridge Lane Apartments next to a utility pole that blocks your view from oncoming traffic as you try to turn onto 8th St NE. • There was also a vehicle that ran into a utility pole here on the south side of the street. • I am forced to back out of my driveway with cars going at an excessive speed and with my neighbor blocking my view when they block the walkway. In closing, I have seen an officer set up a speed trap in my neighbor to the wests driveway, but this has only been for a small portion of time during the day in the summer time. We need enforcement in the evening hours and on the weekend. There are children that walk here all throughout the day and they really have no safe place to walk. We need crosswalks, RRFB’s, REAL sidewalks, speed humps and whatever else will slow people down. We need less traffic and more traffic calming. Parking enforcement could drive through here all the time and see cars blocking the sidewalk. I now feel like I need a guardrail or a retaining wall in front of my house after the recent accident. Please let me know who I need to speak with, especially when it comes to rezoning this entire stretch of roadway. Thank you. Mark Seigle 805 8th St NE 206-660-6311 55 of 79 1Dinah Reed From:Dinah ReedSent:Thursday, June 13, 2024 12:48 PM To:'Mark Seigle' Cc:Alexandria Teague Subject:RE: Application # REZ23-0005 703 8th St NE Comments Good afternoon Mark, Thank you for your email below. I’ll be honest, I didn’t really understand what you were trying to say in the first email with regards to rezoning the entire area so that street improvements would be triggered. As you can see from the snippet of the area below, there is a mish/mash of zoning designations along the street (brown is R-20/Multi-family, orange is R-7/Single-family, and red is R-10/Moderate Density). The developer for the subject property (blue outline above) only requested to rezone the small “red” portion of the property so that he can get two additional apartments. We cannot ask any developer to rezone anything more than he requests. The improvements required for the development if they go forward, will be to improve the ingress/egress from 8th St. NE to the apartments. I’m not sure that any improvements will be required along 8th St. NE for this project, but once the developer submits for the apartment complex (future application), improvements on 8th St. will be determined by our Traffic Engineering department. The City evaluates safe walking paths for any new residential development, but private property owners also have a responsibility to maintain the sidewalk. For that issue, I would suggest filing a complaint to the code enforcement division. Best regards, Dinah Reed, Senior Planner Department of Community Development City of Auburn | www.auburnwa.gov Office 253-931-3092 | DReed@auburnwa.gov 56 of 79 2Mailing Address: 25 W Main Street, Auburn, WA 98001 Permit Center Address: 1 E Main Street, Auburn, WA 98002 (Click Here for Map) Customer Service Survey | Application Forms | Zoning Maps Planning or Land Use Questions? Book an online meeting: Virtual Permit Center - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) From: Mark Seigle <m.seigle@yahoo.com> Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2024 12:11 PM To: Dinah Reed <DReed@auburnwa.gov> Cc: Alexandria Teague <ateague@auburnwa.gov> Subject: RE: Application # REZ23-0005 703 8th St NE Comments CAUTION: The following message originated from outside the City of Auburn. Be careful opening links and attachments Dinah, I appreciate the response and I am very clear on the fact that the entire stretch of roadway is NOT changing. That is the problem, which is why I stated that by NOT rezoning all of them, it adds to the problem. I don't believe that you interpreted my statement accurately. The entire stretch of roadway should be rezoned to allow a devolper to make upgrades to the roadway that the City of Auburn will not make themselves, because it is too costly. The road is not up to code and the City of Auburn has admitted so. I also understand that most of these issues are problems to be dealt with in a different manner, but the root of these issues can all be traced back to the roadway. It is the City's obligation to provide a safe walking space on this particular roadway, is it not? Try walking down the walkway on a Wednesday night or a Thursday when all of the garbage and recycling bins are completely blocking it. Where are people supposed to walk? Does the city take responsibly for this walkway on the north side of the roadw ay? That is a question that I would love to know the answer to. Thanks again for your time. Yahoo Mail: Search, Organize, Conquer On Thu, Jun 13, 2024 at 10:58 AM, Dinah Reed <DReed@auburnwa.gov > wrote: Dear Mr. Seigle, I have tried to respond to some of your comments which are in RED below. I have also provided a couple different links to City of Auburn website where most of your comments can be addressed. 57 of 79 3 Regarding your comments to REZ23-0005, I have some responses. Some of your comments do not pertain to Planning but most can be answered or addressed by going to: Frequently Asked Questions - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) • Adding more units per acre to one parcel without rezoning all of them and giving a developer the chance to buy out and upgrade the entire stretch of roadway will only make matters worse. o The entire stretch of roadway is not changing, only an area of 7,098 square feet is being proposed to be rezoned to a higher density which allows only 2 additional units. Please go to the City of Auburn website below to address many of your question/comments: Frequently Asked Questions - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) • This street is out of control and unsafe in many ways and actions should be taken to improve it and not add to the problem. • It is 35 MPH east of Harvey Rd NE and drops to 25MPH west of Harvey Rd NE. Most people do not slow down, instead, some speed up since they are out of the congestion at the intersection. • There is no real sidewalk on this roadway and there have been many accidents and near misses since I’ve lived here. • The south side of the roadway is privately owned all the way up to the edge of roadway, hindering the City of Auburns ability to install a sidewalk or at least from H St to I St it is. • The north side of the roadway is just part of the road with extruded curb on top of it. • Pedestrians are forced to walk in the street on the south side, because of neighboring properties parking cars where a sidewalk should be. o This is a civil matter for the property owners involved. • On the north side, cars, especially my neighbor, continually block the walkway with vehicles as well. o This is a civil matter between you and your neighbor. • Technically my property extends into the walkway as well. • I have witnessed and documented pedestrians falling, cars blocking the walkway, vehicles excessively exceeding the speed limit and this particular stretch of roadway used as a racetrack for specifically documented residences. • They have raced cars, motorcycles, dirt bikes, go carts and other types of off road vehicles up and down this roadway for years and it has become progressively worse. o This is more of a police matter…you can make a complaint using the following website: How To Make a Complaint - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) • In the recent past, Auburn PD initiated a pit manuver on a vehicle, ultimately ramming her into my property, hitting one my trees and driving through my fence. I still have damage in my yard and this could have easily ended with a car running into my house. o This is more of a police matter…you can make a complaint using the following website: How To Make a Complaint - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) • I have seen a truck flip over on to its hood from an accident. How can that happen going 25 MPH? • Cars occasionally veer off the road heading westbound, drive into the walkway and scrape the bottom of their car on the extruded curb. • The walkway that is on the north side, is not maintained as it is. My neighbor has gravel spilling out into the walkway and into the roadway. They drive there motorcycle on it between there house and my house. • There is a tree that you can’t even walk under at 707 8th St NE, right where this application originated. o If you are having trouble adequately seeing oncoming traffic upon entering a street, it may be due to overgrown vegetation or another obstruction in your line of sight. Upon request, city staff will conduct a field visit to assess whether there are visual obstructions that could inhibit a driver's ability to safely enter a roadway. If there is a line of site problem, the City will undertake all feasible efforts to remedy the issue, including trimming vegetation or requiring other objects to be moved. Please Use the Online Reporting system to request a field visit. • On the northeast corner of 8th St NE & I St NE, there is a sign for the Cambridge Lane Apartments next to a utility pole that blocks your view from oncoming traffic as you try to turn onto 8th St NE. • There was also a vehicle that ran into a utility pole here on the south side of the street. • I am forced to back out of my driveway with cars going at an excessive speed and with my neighbor blocking my view when they block the walkway. In closing, I have seen an officer set up a speed trap in my neighbor to the wests driveway, but this has only been for a small portion of time during the day in the summer time. We need enforcement in the evening hours and on the weekend. There are children that walk here all throughout the day and they really have no safe place to walk. We need crosswalks, RRFB’s, REAL sidewalks, speed humps and whatever else will slow people down. We need less traffic and more traffic calming. Parking enforcement could drive through here 58 of 79 4all the time and see cars blocking the sidewalk. I now feel like I need a guardrail or a retaining wall in front of my house after the recent accident. Please let me know who I need to speak with, especially when it comes to rezoning this entire stretch of roadway. oThe proposal is not to rezone the entire stretch of the roadway, but only an area of 7,098 square feet of one parcel (parcel no.3339900507).Best regards, Dinah Reed, Senior Planner Department of Community Development City of Auburn | www.auburnwa.gov Office 253-931-3092 | DReed@auburnwa.gov Mailing Address: 25 W Main Street, Auburn, WA 98001 Permit Center Address: 1 E Main Street, Auburn, WA 98002 (Click Here for Map) Customer Service Survey | Application Forms | Zoning Maps Planning or Land Use Questions? Book an online meeting: Virtual Permit Center - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) From: Mark Seigle <m.seigle@yahoo.com> Sent: Tuesday, June 4, 2024 11:50 AM To: Dinah Reed <DReed@auburnwa.gov> Cc: Alexandria Teague <ateague@auburnwa.gov> Subject: Application # REZ23-0005 703 8th St NE Comments CAUTION: The following message originated from outside the City of Auburn. Be careful opening links and attachments 59 of 79 5Good morning, I am writing to you in regards to application number REZ23-0005 and a mailer I received for this application. I would first like to start by saying that I could be mis interpreting what I am reading, but the project description does not make sense and the contact number listed below is inaccurate. With that said, I would like to know the reason for wanting the entire parcel classified as Residential 20. Does this mean that they are going to build and want more units per acre when they do or is this to make it more valuable to sell? Either way, the way my street (805 8th St NE) is zoned as a whole from Auburn Way N to Harvey Rd NE, does not seem consistent, especially in the area that this application is referring. I feel as though this entire stretch should be rezoned and anything built on parcel number 3339900505 or any parcel in the vicinity, without doing so, will only add to the problems. Please read below. • This stretch of roadway is out of compliance and in previous conversations with the City of Auburn, they have admitted so, as well as stating that the City will not make the upgrades, as it is too expensive, but would allow a developer to. • Adding more units per acre to one parcel without rezoning all of them and giving a developer the chance to buy out and upgrade the entire stretch of roadway will only make matters worse. • This street is out of control and unsafe in many ways and actions should be taken to improve it and not add to the problem. • It is 35 MPH east of Harvey Rd NE and drops to 25MPH west of Harvey Rd NE. Most people do not slow down, instead, some speed up since they are out of the congestion at the intersection. • There is no real sidewalk on this roadway and there have been many accidents and near misses since I’ve lived here. • The south side of the roadway is privately owned all the way up to the edge of roadway, hindering the City of Auburns ability to install a sidewalk or at least from H St to I St it is. • The north side of the roadway is just part of the road with extruded curb on top of it. • Pedestrians are forced to walk in the street on the south side, because of neighboring properties parking cars where a sidewalk should be. • On the north side, cars, especially my neighbor, continually block the walkway with vehicles as well. • Technically my property extends into the walkway as well. • I have witnessed and documented pedestrians falling, cars blocking the walkway, vehicles excessively exceeding the speed limit and this particular stretch of roadway used as a racetrack for specifically documented residences. • They have raced cars, motorcycles, dirt bikes, go carts and other types of off road vehicles up and down this roadway for years and it has become progressively worse. • In the recent past, Auburn PD initiated a pit manuver on a vehicle, ultimately ramming her into my property, hitting one my trees and driving through my fence. I still have damage in my yard and this could have easily ended with a car running into my house. • I have seen a truck flip over on to its hood from an accident. How can that happen going 25 MPH? • Cars occasionally veer off the road heading westbound, drive into the walkway and scrape the bottom of their car on the extruded curb. • The walkway that is on the north side, is not maintained as it is. My neighbor has gravel spilling out into the walkway and into the roadway. They drive there motorcycle on it between there house and my house. • There is a tree that you can’t even walk under at 707 8th St NE, right where this application originated. • On the northeast corner of 8th St NE & I St NE, there is a sign for the Cambridge Lane Apartments next to a utility pole that blocks your view from oncoming traffic as you try to turn onto 8th St NE. • There was also a vehicle that ran into a utility pole here on the south side of the street. • I am forced to back out of my driveway with cars going at an excessive speed and with my neighbor blocking my view when they block the walkway. In closing, I have seen an officer set up a speed trap in my neighbor to the wests driveway, but this has only been for a small portion of time during the day in the summer time. We need enforcement in the evening hours and on the weekend. There are children that walk here all throughout the day and they really have no safe place to walk. We need crosswalks, RRFB’s, REAL sidewalks, speed humps and whatever else will slow people down. We need less traffic and more traffic calming. Parking enforcement could drive through here all the time and see cars blocking the sidewalk. I now feel like I need a guardrail or a retaining wall in front of my house after the recent accident. Please let me know who I need to speak with, especially when it comes to rezoning this entire stretch of roadway. Thank you. Mark Seigle 60 of 79 6805 8th St NE 206-660-6311 The information contained in this electronic communication is personal, privileged and/or confidential information intended only for the use of the individual(s) or entity(ies) to which it has been addressed. If you read this communication and are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication, other than delivery to the intended recipient is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify the sender by reply e-mail. Thank you. 61 of 79 1Dinah Reed From:Dinah ReedSent:Monday, June 10, 2024 10:12 AM To:Planning; dittyjune11@yahoo.com Subject:RE: Stonecreek Apartments Rezone for 703 8th St. N.E. June, Thank you for your comment. Best regards, Dinah Reed, Senior Planner Department of Community Development City of Auburn | www.auburnwa.gov Office 253-931-3092 | DReed@auburnwa.gov Mailing Address: 25 W Main Street, Auburn, WA 98001 Permit Center Address: 1 E Main Street, Auburn, WA 9 8002 (Click Here for Map) Customer Service Survey | Application Forms | Zoning Maps Planning or Land Use Questions? Book an online meeting: Virtual Permit Center - City of Auburn (auburnwa.gov) From: Planning <planning@auburnwa.gov> Sent: Monday, June 10, 2024 9:44 AM To: Dinah Reed <DReed@auburnwa.gov> Subject: FW: Stonecreek Apartments Rezone for 703 8th St. N.E. Forwarding out of the planning inbox. From: June Wakefield <dittyjune11@yahoo.com> Sent: Monday, June 10, 2024 3:21 AM To: Planning <planning@auburnwa.gov> Subject: Stonecreek Apartments Rezone for 703 8th St. N.E. CAUTION: The following message originated from outside the City of Auburn. Be careful opening links and attachments 62 of 79 2I am opposed to building the proposed Stonecreek Apartments. I don't think the dead-end road will support the increased traffic. I'm 82 and a cancer patient and believe that the increased noise and worry will be troublesome to me. Please re-assess the proposal. Thank you. June Wakefield 63 of 79 AUBURN VALUES S E R V I C E ENVIRONMENT E C O N O M Y C H A R A C T E R SUSTAINABILITY W E L L N E S S C E L E B R AT I O N REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS SITE -SPECIFIC REZONE PUBLIC HEARING DINAH REED – SENIOR PLANNER HEARING EXAMINER JULY 17, 2024 Department of Community Development Planning ⚫ Building ⚫Development Engineering ⚫Permit Center Sustainability ⚫Community Services ● Code Enforcement EXHIBIT 7 64 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS SITE -SPECIFIC REZONE PROJECT SUMMARY ➢ A rezone application was submitted on July 11, 2023 ➢Applicant – Bal v ir Singh, Property Owner ➢Parcel size – 0.48 acre / 21,090 square foot ➢Currently split -zoned as a result of BLA21 -0006 : ➢7,098 sf of parcel = R -10, 10 Dwelling Units per Acre ➢13,992 sf of parcel = R -20, 20 Dwelling Units per Acre ➢Proposed zoning – R -20, 20 Dwelling Units per Acre 65 of 79 ~ Vicinity Map ~ REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS SITE -SPECIFIC REZONE 66 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS LOCATION OF SITE ➢Location – 703 8 th St. NE, Auburn ➢Approximately 760 feet east of the intersection of Auburn Way N and 8 th St. NE ➢King County Parcel No. 3339900507 67 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS ➢The parcel is vacant, flat, and has no critical areas. ➢Both ingress, egress and utility easements are available across the lot to the south. ➢The parcel is situated in an area surrounded by both Multi -family residential and Single -family residential. 68 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS LAND USE AND ZONING Land Use of subject parcel – ▪Multi -Family Zoning of subject parcel – ▪Split -zoned R -10 and R -20 69 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS PERMITTED USES ➢In accordance with ACC 18.07.020 Table of Uses – “Multiple -family dwellings” are listed as an Administrative use in the R -10 zoning district , however, are permitted outright in the R -20 zoning district. 70 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS PROCEDURAL CONSIDERATIONS In accordance with ACC 14.07.030 and .040 ➢Application deemed complete on May 14, 2024. ➢Notice of Application (NOA) and Notice of Public Hearing (NOPH) was issued on May 27, 2024 and re-issued on June 6 , 2024 due to Memorial Day holiday date being overlooked . ➢Notices posted : ❑at site ❑mailed to adjacent property owners within 300 feet ❑published in the Seattle Times 71 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS COMMENTS AND RESPONSES Comments received from Neighboring Property Owners : ➢Comments were received from two neighbors who were both concerned with increase in traffic from th e proposed 10 new dwellings on the block. The sidewalk on the street is not particularly walkable and many people drive over the speed limit on that stretch of 8 th St. NE. Site Visit Conducted on June 17, 2024: ➢It was observed that traffic flowed slightly over the speed limit and the road did not seem safely “walkable”, however the proposal of 10 new dwelling units did not require a TIA in accordance with the City of Auburn Traffic Engineer. 72 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS PROCEDURAL CONSIDERATIONS In accordance with ACC 14.03.001 ➢Project permit decisions are classified into four types, based on whether a director, the hearing examiner or the city council makes the decision and the process by which that decision is made . In accordance with ACC 14.03.040 ➢Site -specific Rezone Category 1 , consistent with the comprehensive plan land use map are processed as a Type IV decision . ➢Type IV decisions are quasi -judicial decisions made by the city council following a recommendation by the hearing examiner . 73 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS REZONE APPROVAL CRITERIA ACC 18.68.040 – There is no presumption of validity for a rezone (zoning map amendment) and the applicant has the burden of proof in establishing compliance with all of the following criteria: The rezone implements the policies of the comprehensive plan; or ➢Staff Analysis – The Rezone request is to change from R -10 to R -20 therefore, the change implements the intent of the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation of Multiple -family. 74 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS REZONE APPROVAL CRITERIA The rezone is necessary due to a substantial change in circumstances since the current zoning; and ➢Staff Analysis – More than 2/3 of the parcel is zoned R -20 however, rezoning the 7,098 square feet from R -10 to R -20 will allow 2 additional units/apartments for the future apartment complex. The Housing Element (Vol. 2) in City of Auburn’s Comprehensive Plan states that “Auburn’s housing stock is older than average, and much of its rental housing stock is in fair or poor condition.” The rezone bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety, or welfare. ➢Staff Analysis – The rezone should not have an adverse impact on the surrounding area. Existing Map Proposed Map 75 of 79 The rezone bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety, or welfare. The City of Auburn Comprehensive Plan Land Use Element “Multiple -family Designation” general policies include: ❖LU-27: Provide a variety of housing typologies to suit the needs of various potential residents. The City of Auburn Comprehensive Plan Housing Element general policies include: ❖H -10: Provide a land use plan and zoning that offers opportunities to achieve a variety of housing styles and densities for private and nonprofit housing providers. ❖H -15: Use innovative zoning provisions to encourage infill development of underutilized parcels in zones that have been identified in the Comprehensive Plan as areas where infill residential development should be encouraged. Certain development requirements for infill development may be relaxed, while requiring adherence to specific design requirements to ensure compatibility with the character of nearby existing residential structures. REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS REZONE APPROVAL CRITERIA 76 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS REZONE APPROVAL CRITERIA ➢Staff Analysis – The proposal supports the need for more housing, including multi -family apartment rental housing in the City of Auburn. The lot is vacant and the infill development that is proposed meets the development standards of a higher density zoning district. 77 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS STAFF RECOMMENDATION Based upon the application, accompanying materials, Findings of Fact, and Conclusions of this Staff Report, Staff recommends that the Hearing Examiner recommend approval of rezoning 7 ,098 square feet of parcel no. 3339900507 from R -10 to R -20, to the City Council . 78 of 79 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION REZ23 -0005 STONECREEK APARTMENTS SITE -SPECIFIC REZONE Any questions? 79 of 79