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Notice and Agenda For Regular Meeting
Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
Remotely via ZOOM meeting and In Person at:
Spokane Valley City Hall located at 10210 E Sprague Avenue
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Regular Spokane Valley Planning Commission meeting will be held March 14, 2024,
beginning at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers at Spokane Valley City Hall located at 10210 E
Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, Washington. The purpose of the meeting is to consider the items listed below on the
Agenda.
NOTE: Members of the public may attend Spokane Valley Planning Commission meetings in -person at City Hall at the
address provided above, or via Zoom at the link below. Members of the public will be allowed to comment in -person or
via Zoom as described below:
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AGENDA:
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 22, 2024
6. COMMISSION REPORTS
7. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
8. PUBLIC COMMENT: This is an opportunity for the public to speak on any subject except items listed as public comment
opportunity or public hearing as comments will be taken when those items appear on the agenda.
9. COMMISSION BUSINESS:
a. Public Hearing: 2024 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments (Presented By Levi Basinger)
b. Study Session: STV-2024-0001 — Girard and Lily Street Vacations
10. FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
11. ADJOURNMENT
Special Meeting Minutes
Spokane Valley Planning Commission
Spokane Valley City Hall
February 22,2024
I. Chairman Bob McKinley called the special meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was held in
person and via ZOOM meetings.
H. The Commissioners and staff stood for the Pledge Of Allegiance.
III. Administrative Assistant Marianne Lemons took attendance, and the following members and staff
were present:
Susan Delucchi
Tony Beattie, Senior Deputy City Attorney
Bob McKinley
Chaz Bates, Planning Manager
John Robertson
Levi Basinger, Associate Planner
Vadim Smelik
Justan Kinsel, IT Specialist
Justin Weathermon
Marianne Lemons, Administrative Assistant
Dan Wilson
IV. AGENDA: Commission Wilson moved, and it was seconded to approve the meeting agenda for
February 22, 2024, as submitted. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was six in favor,
zero against, and the motion passed.
V. MINUTES: Commissioner Delucchi moved, and it was seconded, to approve the February 8, 2024,
minutes as presented. There was no discussion. The vote on the motion was six in favor, zero
against, one abstention, and the motion passed.
VI. COMMISSION REPORTS: Commissioner Wilson reported that he attended an open house at the
new Elks Lodge.
VII. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT: Planning Manager Chaz Bates reported that applications for the
vacant Planning Commissioner position will be taken until 4:00 p.m. on March 1', 2024.
VIIL PUBLIC COMMENT: There was no public comment offered.
IX. COMMISSION BUSINESS:
a. Study Session: 2024 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments
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Planner Levi Basinger presented a staff report. He explained that Comprehensive Plan Amendments
can be initiated by property owners/representatives, citizens, agencies, neighborhoods, or the City.
The deadline for submitting an amendment for consideration during 2024 was November 14, 2023.
Mr. Basinger stated that the City received two City initiated map amendments to the Comprehensive
Plan that were docketed by the City Council for consideration. The first amendment (CPA-2024-
0001) is a change from Multi -Family Residential (MFR) to Mixed Use (MU) and Single -Family
Residential (SFR). The property is located at 4418 E 82h Avenue (at the corner of 8`h Avenue and
Havana Street) and is comprised of a total of 49 acres and thirteen parcels of land. The northern
three parcels will be changed to MU zoning and the southern ten parcels will be changed to SFR.
Mr. Basinger explained that the southern portion is adjacent to an existing SFR area. The proposal is
to rezone the property from MFR to SFR to make the land use compatible with the surrounding
neighborhood and limit the intensity of development that can occur in the area.
Mr. Basinger said that the northern portion of the property has several existing businesses and
buildings on site. Areas of the property have substantial terrain and was formerly used as a rock
quarry.
Mr. Basinger stated that the proposed change will expand the MU zone by 44 acres and expand the
SFR zone by 5.2 acres. After review of the application, staff determined the proposal meets the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment requirements because it will promote the development or
redevelopment of vacant and underutilized properties, it will maintain and enhance the character and
quality of life in Spokane Valley, and it will ensure compatibility between adjacent residential and
commercial uses.
Mr. Basinger stated that the second amendment (CPA-2024-0002) is a change from SFR to Corridor
Mixed Use (CMU). The property is located at 17103 E. Main Avenue (at the corner of Main
Avenue and Flora Road) and is approximately .83 acres of land. The property is owned by Family
Promise of Spokane and is currently a single-family residence.
Mr. Basinger said that after review of the application, staff has determined the proposal meets the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment requirements because it will engage in active recruitment of
service providers that desire to serve Valley residents through targeted programs focused on
homeless service delivery, will support community resource hubs where service providers can co -
locate in areas in close proximity to public transportation, and will encourage and support new
projects and programs which seek to assist in maintaining housing stability or provide exits from
homelessness to housing.
Mr. Basinger said that a State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) review was completed on both
properties, and a Determination of Non -Significance (DNS) was issued on January 5, 2024. The
SEPA notice was published in the newspaper and was posted on the site.
Mr. Basinger commented that a notification of public hearing was sent out to property owners within
a 400 square foot radius of each property and additional notices were also sent out to some
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additional properties that could be affected by the change of use. A large Notice of Public Hearing
sign was also posted on each site.
Mr. Basinger explained that the public hearing for this matter will be held on March 8, 2024.
Commissioner Delucchi asked if Spokane Conservation District is planning to sell the property. Mr.
Basinger responded that the City has not received a proposed site plan or development plan.
Commissioner Robertson expressed concern about drainage and run off due to the new pavement.
He also mentioned concern about possible traffic issues that could arise due to additional
development in the area. Mr. Basinger responded that any proposed development would be subject
to review by the City stormwater engineers and traffic engineers. Also, a flood plain study would be
needed to address any potential issues in that area.
Commissioner Robertson asked about the impact on the nearby school if the land use change is
granted for the property on Main Avenue (CPA-2024-0002). Mr. Basinger responded that the City
has not received a formal application yet for transitional housing in that location. A full review will
be done if an application is received.
Commissioner Wilson asked if the Family Promise location could be sold, and a half -way or
detoxification center could be put on the site. Mr. Basinger answered that essential public facilities
are allowed in any zone but there is a process that has to be followed for approval.
b. Training: Public Records Act & Open Public Meeting Act
Deputy City Attorney Tony Beattie gave the annual public records and open public meetings training
to attending Planning Commissioners and staff.
c. Training: Planning Commission Orientation
Planning Manager Chaz Bates presented a training session regarding the Spokane Valley
Comprehensive Plan, the Planning Commission Rules of Procedure, Robert's Rules of Order, and an
introduction to projects currently under review by the planning staff.
X. GOOD OF THE ORDER: Commissioner Delucchi requested meetings with economic
development, transportation, capital facilities, housing, public and private utilities, parks and open
space, natural resources, and the hearing examiner over the next year to get an understanding of what
is planned by each of these entities in preparation for the comprehensive plan updates in 2026.
XI. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Wilson moved, and it was seconded, to adjourn the meeting at
8:28 p.m. The vote on the motion was four in favor, zero against, and the motion passed.
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Bob McKinley, Chairman Date Signed
Marianne Lemons, Secretary
CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Planning Commission Action
Meeting Date: March 14, 2024
Item: Check all that apply ❑ old business ® new business ® public hearing
❑ information ❑ study session ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: 2024 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments — Public Hearing.
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: RCW 36.70A, SVMC 17.80.140 and 19.30.010.
PREVIOUS COMMISSION ACTION: The Planning Commission held two Study Sessions on the
2024 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments, on February 8 and February 22, 2024.
BACKGROUND: The Growth Management Act (GMA) allows local jurisdictions to consider
amendments to their Comprehensive Plans once each year. The City codified this process in Section
17.80.140 of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC). Consistent with state law and the SVMC, staff
published notice on September 15 and 22, 2023, notifying the public of the annual amendment process and
that the City would accept applications for the 2024 cycle through November 14, 2023. The notice was also
sent to all agencies, organizations and adjacent jurisdictions that may have an interest in amending the
comprehensive plan.
On December 19, 2023, the City Council approved the 2024 Docket. The Docket included two proposed
city -initiated map amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
On January 5, 2024, the City issued a Determination of Non -significance (DNS) for both the proposed
comprehensive plan amendments pursuant to Title 21 SVMC, Environmental Controls.
On February 23 and March 1, 2024, Notice of Public Hearing for the proposed amendments was published.
On February 22, 2024, signed Notices of Public Hearing for map amendments were posted on site. On
February 21, 2024, Notice of Public Hearing was mailed to property owners within 400 feet of the proposed
amendment sites.
On February 8 and February 22, 2024, staff presented the proposed 2024 Comprehensive Plan amendments
to the Planning Commission for their review and discussion. Tonight's meeting will include a public
hearing on the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: Discuss the proposed amendments and provide staff
direction to prepare the findings consistent with SVMC 17.80.140(H). The Planning Commission may
recommend approval, approval with modifications, or denial of the proposed amendments.
STAFF CONTACT: Levi Basinger, Associate Planner
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report
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STAFF REPORT DATE: March 7, 2024
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
CPA-2024-0001
HEARING DATE AND LOCATION: March 14, 2024, beginning at 6:00 p.m., at Spokane Valley City Hall
and remotely via Zoom.
Project Number:
CPA-2024-0001
Application Description:
A request to change the land use designation and zoning for approximately
49.2 acres of Multi -Family Residential to 44 acres Mixed Use and 5.2 acres
Single -Family Residential.
Location:
4418 E 8th Avenue; Parcel Numbers 35233.9191, 35233.9192, 35233.9176,
35233.0513, 35233.0709, 35233.0710, 35233.0604, 35233.0605,
35233.0606, 35233.0607, 35233.0608, 35233.0609, and 35233.0505;
Section 23, Township 25 North, Range 43 East, Willamette Meridian,
Spokane County, Washington
Applicant:
City of Spokane Valley
Property Owner:
Spokane Conservation District
Date of Application:
November 13, 2023
Staff Contact:
Levi Basinger, Associate Planner, (509) 720-5332,
Ibasingea,spokanevalleywa.gov
APPROVAL CRITERIA: Spokane Valley Comprehensive Plan, Title 17 Spokane Valley Municipal Code
(SVMC) General Provisions, Title 19 SVMC Zoning Regulations, and Title 21 SVMC Environmental
Controls.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1:
Existing Comprehensive Plan Map
Exhibit 7:
Environmental Determination
Exhibit 2:
Proposed Comprehensive Plan Map
Exhibit 8:
SEPA Checklist
Exhibit 3:
Existing Zoning
Exhibit 9:
Notice of Public Hearing
Exhibit 4:
Proposed Zoning
Exhibit 10:
Agency Comments
Exhibit 5:
Vicinity Map
Exhibit 11:
Public Comments
Exhibit 6:
Aerial Map
A. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
PROPERTY INFORMATION
Size and Characteristics: The property consists of thirteen parcels totaling 49.2 acres, located
adjacent to 8' Avenue on its north and to 13`s Avenue on its south. The
northern portion of the site contains office buildings with multiple
tenants, and commercial accessory structures. The southern portion is
largely undeveloped, forested, and contains steep slopes.
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Staff Report
CPA-2024-0001
Comprehensive Plan:
Multi -Family Residential (MFR)
Zoning:
Multi -Family Residential (MFR)
Existing Use:
Office, preschool, undeveloped parcels
SURROUNDING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, ZONING, AND LAND USES
Comprehensive Plan: Multi -Family Residential (MFR)
North
Zoning: MFR
Uses: Single-family and multi -family residences
Comprehensive Plan: Single -Family Residential (SFR)
South
Zoning: R-3
Uses: Single-family residences
Comprehensive Plan: SFR, MFR
East
Zoning: R-3, MFR
Uses: School district facility, single-family and multi -family residences
Comprehensive Plan: Residential Low (City of Spokane)
West
Zoning: RI (City of Spokane)
Uses: Single-family residences
APPLICATION PROCESSING:
Chapter 17.80 Permit Processing Procedures in the SVMC. The following summarizes key application
procedures for the proposal.
Application Submitted:
November 13, 2023
SEPA DNS Issue date
January 5, 2024
End of Appeal Period for DNS:
January 19, 2024
Date of Mailed Notice of Public Hearing
February 21, 2024
Date of Published Notice of Public Hearing:
February 23 & March 1, 2024
SUMMARY AND IMPLICATIONS OF PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
The City of Spokane Valley has a one-to-one relationship between most of its comprehensive plan
designations and zoning districts. Only the Single Family Residential comprehensive plan designation has
multiple implementing zoning districts. This means that all comprehensive plan map amendments require
an amendment to the zoning map. In the case of this property, a comprehensive plan map change to
Mixed Use (MU) also requires a zone change to MU, and the change to Single Family Residential (SFR)
requires a zone change to an implementing single-family zoning district. In the case of this property, the
implementing zoning district will match the adjacent R-3 zoning district.
The current comprehensive plan designation and zoning of the site is Multi -Family Residential (MFR).
The MFR zone allows multifamily housing located near business and commercial centers, the arterial
street system, and public transit. MFR zone also allows for office uses. The proposed amendment will
change the comprehensive plan land use designation and zoning for the northern 44 acres of the site to
Mixed Use (MU) and the southern 5.2 acres of the site to Single -Family Residential (SFR). If adopted,
the MU zone would allow for a wider variety of uses including office, retail, lodging, multifamily, and
community or cultural facilities. The MU zone allows for these uses to be mixed either vertically or
horizontally. The R-3 zone would reduce the amount of allowed uses with an emphasis on single-family
residential development similar to adjacent single-family residential lots.
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Staff Report CPA-2024-0001
B. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO SEPA
1. Findings:
Pursuant to Title 21 SVMC, the lead agency has determined that the proposal does not have a
probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement
(EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). Consistent with Title 21 SVMC, the City
issued a Determination of Non -Significance (DNS) for the proposal on January 5, 2024. The
determination was made after review of a completed environmental checklist, the application,
Titles 19, 21, and 22 SVMC, a site assessment, public and agency comments, the Comprehensive
Plan and associated Environmental Impact Statement.
2. Conclusion(s):
The procedural requirements of the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and Title 21 SVMC
have been fulfilled.
C. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AMENDMENT AND AREA -WIDE REZONE
The City may approve Comprehensive Plan amendments and area -wide zone map amendments
if it finds that compliance with the approval criteria in SVMC 17.80.140.H.
a) The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment;
Analysis. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to public health,
safety, welfare, and protection of the environment. The proposal is a city -
initiated map amendment that would allow for a broader range of uses on the
northern portion of the property, which is accessed from 8th Avenue, a minor
arterial. Mixed -Use (Mil) provides economic opportunity by allowingfor two
or more different land uses within developments under this designation,
including commercial uses not allowed in under the current Multi -Family
Residential (MFR) designation. MU developments can be either vertical or
horizontally mixed, and would include employment uses such as office, retail,
and/or lodging along with higher density residential uses, and in some cases
community or cultural facilities.
The subject property was purchased by Spokane Conservation District (SCD)
approximately 7 years ago. The property is forested and was previously used
for excavation and storage of landscape materials. The SCD has worked to
enhance the forested portions of the property and built offices to support their
operations. In addition, the SCD has for lease office space and a daycare onsite.
SCD has expansion plans that include a Farmers' Market and other similar
public -facing uses. All these uses would take place across the northern three
parcels that are directly accessed from 8th Avenue. Allowing for a re -
designation and rezone from MFR to MU would accommodate these future
plans.
In addition, the proposal recognizes that the southern portion ofthe property is
adjacent to lower -intensity, single-family residential areas. Due to steep
topography across the property, the southern portion of the property is
disconnected from the northern portion fronting 8th Avenue and is more easily
accessed from local access residential streets that include 13th and 14th
Avenues. Changing the designation of the southern ten parcels from MFR to
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CPA-2024-0001
Single -Family Residential (SFR) would reduce the potential for higher intensity
uses adjacent to the existing low -density residential neighborhood. The
southern portion of the subject property will be more closely integrated with
existing low -density residential neighborhoods and serve as a buffer from more
intensive uses on the northern portion of the property.
b) The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW and
with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment;
Analysis: The Growth Management Act (GAM) adopts fourteen goals to guide the
development of local comprehensive plans and development regulations. At a
broad level encouraging efficient use of transportation infrastructure and
promoting economic development meets those related GMA goals.
c) The proposed amendment responds to a substantial change in conditions beyond the
property owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject property lies;
Analysis: The proposed amendment is not in response to a change in conditions of the
property beyond the property owner's control.
d) The proposed amendment corrects an obvious mapping error; or
Analysis: The amendment is not in response to a mapping error and would not correct
any error.
e) The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
Analysis. The proposed amendment does address a need identified in the Comprehensive
Plan. The Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan identifies priorities
that include supporting neighborhood -scale development that enhances local
community identity, supporting a mix of land uses, and allowing fexibility to
apply innovative development approaches. In addition, the Economic
Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan identifies priorities that
include capitalizing on local outdoor recreation opportunities. In addition, the
Natural Resources Element of the Comprehensive Plan identifies leveraging
natural assets by minimizing impacts to critical areas as a priority for
improving quality of life and attracting new business and residents. The
proposed amendment proposal addresses these needs and priorities.
Additionally, the proposed comprehensive plan amendment is supported by the
following Goals and Policies:
ED-P6: Promote the development or redevelopment of vacant and underutilized
properties, particularly those with potential to serve as a catalyst for economic
development.
ED-P12: Leverage community assets (e.g. trails, natural amenities, and facilities) to
grow the local economy.
LU-GI: Maintain and enhance the character and quality of life in Spokane Valley.
LU-G2: Provide for land uses that are essential to Spokane Valley residents, employees,
and visitors.
LU-PI: Enable neighborhood -scale commercial uses in residential areas.
LU-P5: Ensure compatibility between adjacent residential and commercial or
industrial uses.
LU-P6: Support neighborhood efforts to sustainably cultivate produce.
LU-P7.• Protect residential neighborhoods from incompatible land uses and adverse
impacts associated with transportation corridors.
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ii. The City must also consider the following factors prior to approving Comprehensive Plan
amendments:
a) The effect upon the physical environment;
Analysis. The property is developed and disturbed. The current site is forested but is
surrounded by developed areas on all sides. While the change to MU could
increase the intensity of development on the northern portion of the property,
the site is also characterized by steep slopes and containing a Special Flood
Hazard Area (SFHA), which will limit the scale of development across the
whole site. Due to the physical limitations of the property, the impact to the
physical environment would likely be minimal.
b) The effect on open space, streams, rivers, and lakes;
Analysis. The site in question does not contain streams, rivers, or lakes, but a portion of
the property is located in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) according to
the adopted Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIR*. The property is also forested
and includes steep terrain, which are considered to be geologically hazardous
areas within the City's critical areas ordinance. The City's critical areas
ordinance andfloodplain regulations will ensure adequate protection of the
critical areas and the SFHA when future development occurs.
c) The compatibility with and impact on adjacent land uses and surrounding neighborhoods;
Analysis. The proposed amendment takes the surrounding land uses into consideration.
Areas north and east of the site are designated MFR and allow for higher
density residential development. One such multi family residential development
is under construction on the property immediately east of the site. One
additional adjacent property to the east contains Spokane School District No.
81 's Instructional Technology Support Center (ITSC), located within a former
elementary school. The ITSC no longer functions as a school but as a support
facility for School District staff. Areas south and west of the site are
characterized as low -density single-family residential uses, with land to the
west being within the incorporated limits of the City of Spokane. While MU
allows for a wide variety of uses, the presence of critical areas and physical
characteristics ofthe site limit the scale and intensity ofdevelopment across the
entire property. To further protect the adjacent land uses to the west and south,
the proposed map amendment would also change the designation of the
southern portion of subject property to SFR. This would limit the scale of
potential development and housing densities for this portion of the property to
single-family residential uses, which is compatible with existing single-family
properties to the west and south.
d) The adequacy of and impact on community facilities including utilities, roads, public
transportation, parks, recreation, and schools;
Analysis. Sewer, water, electricity, and other utilities are available to the site. The
property is adjacent to the Spokane School District No. 81 ITSC, which is
located in a former elementary school but no longer functions as a school. The
site is approximately 0.6 of a mile from Frances Scott Elementary School and
0.9 miles from Underhill Park in the City of Spokane and 1.8 miles from
EdgeclijfPark in the City of Spokane Valley. The impact of this development on
the overall parks and recreation would be minimal and within the adopted LOS.
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CPA-2024-0001
Impacts to the Spokane School District would be minimal there is no adopted
LOS for schools.
In regards the transportation network, 8th Avenue is designated as a minor
arterial, the Comprehensive Plan identifies that 8th Avenue will be widened to
a 3-1ane cross section with curbs, sidewalks, bike lanes, and stormwater
facilities. The forecast LOS for this stretch 8th Avenue maintains is "D"
throughout the planning horizon within the adopted LOS. The impact of
potential development under the MU zone would be minimal and within the
adopted LOS.
It should be noted that Havana Street is designated as a minor arterial
according to the City of Spokane. The City of Spokane Valley shall
communicate with the City of Spokane on all future development proposals.
The parcel is adjacent to Spokane Transit Authority (STA) Route 94, which
includes stops along 8th Avenue and provides 30-minute service frequencies
along its route between Downtown Spokane and the City ofMillwood. Route 94
provides connections with other transit routes at multiple points along its route,
thus expanding transit access to the subject site from multiple points across the
metropolitan area. The City of Spokane Valley shall communicate with STA to
determine impacts to transit service resulting from future development
proposals.
e) The benefit to the neighborhood, City, and region;
Analysis: The proposed amendment will provide a benefit to the neighborhood, City, and
region by allowingfor non-residential uses that enhance community identity
and provide additional economic opportunities. This amendment will also
allow property owners to apply innovative development approaches that will
blend a mix of uses into the existing natural environment. Any future
development proposal would protect critical areas onsite through the City of
Spokane Valley's critical areas ordinance and jloodplain regulations, which
will ensure onsite development does not create impacts to properties in the
immediate vicinity those areas further afield. Overall, this amendment
supports goals and policies within the City's Land Use, Economic
Development, and Natural Resources Elements of the Comprehensive Plan.
f) The quantity and location of land planned for the proposed land use type and density and
the demand for such land;
Analysis: The location of the proposal and the physical attributes of the site are similar
to other areas designated MU. Approximately 40-acres of land designated
MU is located 0.3 of a mile to the east at the intersection of 8th Avenue and
Carnahan Road. As described in the Comprehensive Plan, developments with
the designation MU can be either vertical or horizontally mixed, and would
include employment uses such as office, retail, and/or lodging along with
higher density residential uses. Furthermore, areas to the north of the site are
designated MFR, which also allows for higher density residential
development and is compatible with areas zoned MU. The southern portion of
the site to be designated SFR is consistent with existing single-family
developments surround the site to its west and south. Iffuture development is
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proposed on the areas to be designated SFR, it would be at a scale and
density compatible with the built environment to the west and south.
g) The current and projected population density in the area; and
Analysis: Across the entire city the proposed change would have little impact on
population density.
h) The effect upon other aspects of the Comprehensive Plan.
Analysis: The proposed amendment has minimal to no effect on other aspects of the
Comprehensive Plan.
Conclusion(s):
For the reasons outlined above the proposed amendment is consistent with S VMC 17.80.140(H).
D. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Findings:
Staff have received two public comments to date, which are included as Exhibit 11. Comments
received following the date of this staff report will be provided to the Planning Commission at
the March 14, 2024 meeting.
Date
Name & Address
Comment(s)
Feb 26, 2024
Kevin Hee
What land uses are allowed in the MU zone?
4403 E 14' Avenue
What uses are proposed for the property?
How is the current land use able to occur in the
MFR zone?
Feb 29, 2024
Joey Bains
Inquiring what is happening on the subject
property.
2. Conclusion(s):
Notice of Public Hearing (NOPH) was published February 23 and March 1, 2024. The NOPH
was posted on site on February 22, 2024 and mailed to property owners within a 400 foot radius
of the site on February 21, 2024.
E. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO AGENCY COMMENTS
1. Findings:
Agency
Received Comments
Comments Dated
City of Spokane Valley Senior Traffic Engineer
City of Spokane Valley Development Engineering
City of Spokane Valley Building & Planning
City of Spokane Valley Parks & Recreation
Spokane Valley Fire Department
City of Millwood
City of Liberty Lake
City of Spokane
City of Spokane Valley Police Department
Spokane County, Building and Planning
Spokane County, Wastewater System Division
Yes
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Spokane County, Clean Air Agency
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Spokane County, Fire District No. 1
Spokane County,Fire District No. 8
Spokane County Regional Health District
Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency
Spokane Aquifer Joint Board
Spokane Transit Authority STA
Spokane Regional Transportation Council SRTC
Washington State Dept of Commerce
Washington State Dept of Ecology Ol m is
Washington State Dept of Ecology (Spokane)
Washington State Dept of Fish & Wildlife
Washington State Dept of Natural Resources
Washington State Dept of Transportation
Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
WA Archaeological & Historic Preservation
Avista Utilities
Inland Power & Light
Modem Electric Water Company
Conoco Phillips Yellowstone Pipeline)
Yes
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Central Valley School District #356
East Valley School District#361
West Valley School District #363
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Model Irrigation District #18
Consolidated Irrigation District #19
East Spokane Water District #1
Vera Water & Power
Spokane County Water District #3
Spokane Tribe of Indians
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2. Conclusion(s):
No concerns are noted.
F. CONCLUSION:
For the reasons set forth in Section C above, the proposed amendment to amend the Comprehensive Plan
and adopt the area -wide rezone to change the land use designation and zoning to of parcels 35233.9176,
35233.9191, and 35233.9192 to MU and parcels 35233.0505, 35233.0513, 35233.0604, 35233.0605,
35233.0606, 35233.0607, 35233.0608, 35233.0609, 35233.0709, and 35233.0710 to SFR complies with
the requirements of SVMC 17.80.140(H) and the Comprehensive Plan.
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Exhibit 7
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
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# 10210 East Sprague Avenue • Spokane Valley WA 99206
jValley 509.720.5000 • Fax: 509.720.5075 • planning@spokanevalleywa.gov
PROJECT: Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for 2024:
CPA-2024-01
A request to change the land use
4418 E 81' Avenue; Parcels
City of Spokane
designation and zoning for
35233.9191, 35233.9192,
Valley/
approximately 49.2 acres of Multi-
35233.9176, 35233.0513,
Spokane
Family Residential to 44 acres
35233.0709, 35233.0710,
Conservation
Mixed Use and 5.2 acres Single-
35233.0604, 35233.0605,
District
Family Residential.
35233.0606,35233.0607,
35233.0608, 35233.0609, and
35233.0505; Section 23, Township
25 North, Range 43 East,
Willamette Meridian, Spokane
County, Washington
LEAD AGENCY: City of Spokane Valley
DETERMINATION: Determination of Non -Significance is Issued tinder Washington Administrative Code (WAC)197-
11-340; the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date issued. Comments must be received by
4:00 p.m. on January 19, 2024. Pursuant to Title 21, Environmental Controls of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code
(SVMC), the lead agency has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An
Environmental Impact Statement is not required under Revised Code of Washington 43.21 C.030(2xc). This decision was
made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This
information is available to the public on request.
STAFF CONTACT: Levi Basinger, Associate Planner, City of Spokane Valley, Planning Division, 10210 E Sprague
Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA 99206, PH: (509) 720-5332, FX (509) 720-5075, lbasinger0sookanevalle3wa.gov
RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL: Chat Bates, AICP, Planning Manager, City of Spokane Valley, 10210 East Sprague Avenue,
Spokane Valley, WA 99206, PH: (509) 720-5033, ebates@spokanevalleywa.gov
DATE ISSUED: January 5, 2024 SIGNATURES JMI t akg �M rill I�JVwr NJ , /
APPEAL: Alt appeal of this determination shall be submitted to the Community & Public Works partmetn�wrt in
fourteen (14) calendar days after the date issued. The appeal must be written and specific factual objections made to the
City's threshold determination. Appeals shall be conducted in conformance with SVMC 17.90 Appeals, and any required
fees pursuant to the City's adopted Fee Schedule shall be paid at the time of appeal submittal. Pursuant to WAC 197-11-
680, appeals shall be limited to a review of a final threshold determination.
City of Spokane Valley Determination of Non -Significance (DNS) Page l of I
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Phonc:(509) 20-5240 ♦ Fax: (509) 720-5075
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STAFF USE ONLY
Date Submitted: 11106/2023 Received by: Fee:
PLUS #: File #:
PART I — REQUIRED MATERIAL
"*THE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF THE REQUIRED MATERIALS
ARE NOT PROVIDED*"
❑ Completed SEPA Checklist
❑ Application Fee
❑ Reduced Site Plan of proposal in 8%:" by 11" or 11" by 17" size
❑ Trip Distribution and Generation Letter, if requested by Development Engineering.
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST:
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), chapter43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to
consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An environmental impact
statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the
quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help you and the
agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can
be done) and to help the agencydecide whether an EIS is required.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal.
Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whetherthe environmental impacts of your
proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answerthe questions briefly, with the most
precise information known, or give the best description you can.
You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most
cases, you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans
without the need to hire experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply
to your proposal, write "do not know" or "does not apply." Complete answers to the questions now
may avoid unnecessary delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark
designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies
can assist you.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of
time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your
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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.
USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NON -PROJECT PROPOSALS:
Complete this checklist for non -project proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not
apply."
IN ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NON -PROJECT ACTIONS (Part D).
For non -project actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and
"property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area,"
respectively.
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Spokane Conservation District Comprehensive Pion Mop Amendment
2. Name of applicant: City of Spokane Valley
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Levi Basinger, Planner, Planning
Division, 10210 ESprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA, 99216
4. Date checklist prepared:111312023
S. Agency requesting checklist: Spokane Valley
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): June 2024
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? No If yes, explain.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) was
completed for the City's Comprehensive Plan. The document is titled 2017-2037
Comprehensive Plan Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) and supporting
Development Regulations.
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals
directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? None If yes, explain.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if
known. Approval by the Spokane Valley City Council
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of
the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to
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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.) Comprehensive plan map amendment to change land use designation
from Multi family residential (MFR) to Mixed Use (MU) and Single -Family Residential (SFR).
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise
location of your proposed project, including 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. 4418 E 8th Avenue, at the southeast corner of 8th Avenue and
Havana Street. The following parcel numbers are included in the map amendment:
35233.9191, 35233.9192, 35233.9176, 35133.0513, 35133.0709, 35233.0710, 35233.0604,
35233.0605, 35233.0606, 35233.0607, 35233.0608, 35233,0609, 35233.0505. The 3 northern
parcels will be changed from MFR to MU, and the 10 southern parcels changed from MFR to
SFR.
13. Does the proposed action lie within the Aquifer Sensitive Area (ASA)? Yes
The general Sewer Service Area? Not known
Priority Sewer Service Area? Not known
(See: Spokane County's ASA Overlay zone Atlas for boundaries).
14. The following questions supplement Part A:
a. Critical Aquifer Recharge Area (CARA) / Aquifer Sensitive Area (ASA).
1. Describe any systems, other than those designed for the disposal of sanitary waste,
installed for the purpose of discharging fluids below the ground surface (includes
systems such as those for the disposal of stormwater or drainage from floor drains).
Describe the type of system, the amount of materials to be disposed of through the
system and the types of material likely to be disposed of (including materials which
may enter the system inadvertently through spills or as a result of firefighting
activities).
This is a non -project action changing the future land use map and does not evaluate a
specific future use.
2. Will any chemicals (especially organic solvents or petroleum fuels) be stored in
aboveground or underground storage tanks? No
If so, what types and quantities of material will be stored?
This is a non -project action changing the future land use map and does not evaluate a
specific future use.
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3. What protective measures will be taken to ensure that leaks or spills of any chemicals
stored or used on site will not be allowed to percolate to groundwater? This includes
measures to keep chemicals out of disposal systems.
This is a non -project action changing the future land use map and does not evaluate a
specific future use.
4. Will any chemicals be stored, handled, or used on the site in a location where a spill
or leak will drain to surface or groundwater or to a stormwater disposal system
discharging to surface or groundwater? This is a non -project action changing the
future land use mop and does not evaluate a specific future use.
b. Stormwater
1. What are the depths on the site to groundwater and to bedrock (if known)?
Unknown
2. Will stormwater be discharged into the ground? If so, describe any potential
impacts.
This is a non -project action changing the future land use map and does not evaluate o
specific future use. Any future changes will be reviewed under existing stormwater
regulations.
B. Environmental Elements
Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): flat, rolling, hilly steep slopes, mountainous,
other
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Not known
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat,
much)? If you know the classification of agricultural souls, specify them, and note any
prime farmland. Not known
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? No
If so, describe. Not known
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed.
Also indicate source of fill. This is a non -project action changing the future land use map.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe. Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
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g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? This is a non -project action changing the
future land use map. Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion or other impacts to the earth, if any:
Not applicable, this is a non -project action changing the future land use map.
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile,
odors, and industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is
completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. Not
applicable, this is a non -project action changing the future land use map.
b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? No
If so, generally describe. Not applicable, this is a non -project action changing the future
land use map.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: The site
is currently developed and the application does not evaluate a specific future use. Any
future development will be subject to the Spokane Valley Municipal code which includes
measures to control emissions; project may also be subject to regulations Implemented by
Spokane Clean Air.
3. Water
a. Surface:
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
streams or wetlands have been identified on site.
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. Not applicable,
this is a non -project action changing the future land use map.
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 and the source of fill material. Not applicable
4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. Not applicable.
S. Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site
plan. Yes, according to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), there is a designated
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Special Flood Hazard Area, designated Zone A, across the northern portion of the
property, north of the existing structures.
6. Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters?
If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. Not applicable,
this is o non -project item.
b. Ground:
1. Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water?
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities known. Not
applicable, this is a non -project item.
Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or
other sources, if any (for example: 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.
Not applicable.
c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
1. Describe the source of runoff (including stormwater) and method of collection and
disposal, if any (include quantities, if known).
Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters?
If so, describe. Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. Not
applicable, this is a non -project item.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water Impacts, if any:
Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
4. Plants
a. Circle types of vegetation found on the site:
1. Deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
vergreen tree: fir, cedar, pined
3.
4. Grass
5. Pasture
6. Crop or grain
7. Wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other
8. Water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
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9. Other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Not applicable, this is a
non -project item.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any: Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known
to be on or near the site:
1. Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other
2. Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other
3. Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known
c. Is the site part off a migration route? If so, explain. Not known.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: Not applicable, this is a non -
project item.
6. Energy and natural resources
a. 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. Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties?
If so, generally describe. Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal?
List other measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: Not applicable, this is a
non -project item.
7. Environmental health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of
fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste that could occur as a result of this proposal?
If so, describe. Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
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1. Describe special emergency services that might be required. Not applicable
2. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: Not
applicable
b. Noise
1. What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Not applicable, this is o non -project item.
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, constriction, operation,
other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. Not applicable
3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Not applicable
8. Land and shoreline use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Office with private pre-school,
storage buildings, and open space on subject property. Residential uses and school site
surround the site.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. Not known
c. Describe any structures on the site. Office and storage buildings ranging in size from
14,000 to 2,800 SF in size. Pre-school located informer office building.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Not applicable, this is a
non -project item.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? Multi -Family Residential (MFR)
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? MFR
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Not
applicable, no shorelines are present.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive' area?
If so, specify. Yes, there areas identified as having steeps slopes (geologically hazardous
areas) and a portion of the site is in a Special Flood Hazard Area.
I. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Not
applicable, this is a non -project item.
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j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? Not applicable,
this is a non -project item.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: Not applicable.
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans. If any: This is a non -project comprehensive plan map change. The southern
portion of the property will have its land use designation changed from MFR to Single -
Family Residential (SFR) to be compatible with existing areas designated SFR.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle,
or low-income housing. Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing. Not applicable
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: Not applicable
10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas?
What is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? Not applicable, this is a non -
project item.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? Not applicable
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: Not applicable
11. Light and glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce?
What time of day would it mainly occur? Not applicable this is a non -project item.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
Not applicable
c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? Not applicable.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: Not applicable.
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
The site is approximately 0.6 of a mile from Frances Scott Elementary School and 0.9 miles
from Underhill Park in the City of Spokane and 1.8 miles from Edgecliff Park in the City of
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b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses?
If so, describe. Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: Not applicable.
13. Historic and cultural preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally
describe. None known
b. Generally, describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or
cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. None known
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: Not applicable, this is a non -
project item.
14. Transportation
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site and describe proposed access to the
existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. Northern portion of site has access from
8th Avenue and southern portion of property allows future access from 13th Avenue.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? Yes If not, what is the approximate distance
to the nearest transit stop? Transit service provided by STA Route 94 along Sth Avenue,
which provides service frequencies to Downtown Spokane and the City of Millwood.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the
project eliminate? Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or
streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether
public or private). Not applicable
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe. Not applicable
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project?
If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. This is a non -project action and does
not identify a specific use that would be necessary to account for vehicle trips per day.
Concurrency will be required for all future development.
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g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
The city's adopted comprehensive plan adopts a level of service for transportation services.
The city has an adopted 20-year Transportation Improvement Plan that identifies projects
to meet adopted levels of service for projected growth.
15. Public services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire
protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. The
proposal is non -project action; future development will be evaluated for its impact on
public services.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. Not
applicable
16. Utilities
a. Circl currently available at the '
Electricity, atural ga ater, Refuse service, Telephone, Sanitary sewe , eptic
er-describe
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. Not applicable, this is a non -project item.
C. Signature
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.
Signature: :04Date:
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D. Supplemental Sheet for Non -Project Actions
(Do not use this sheet 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 of the proposal, or the types of activities
likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than
if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production,
storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Changing the land use designation for a portion of the propertyfrom Multi -Family Residential
(MFR) to Mixed Use (MU) would allow fora broader range of uses, including commercial uses,
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that would not be allowed under the current residential designation. Uses of higher intensity
have the potential to cause on increase in all the aspects noted above.
a. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
Consistent with the FEIS of the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan, the city adopted
implementing regulations while mitigating impacts to the natural environment including
on updated critical areas ordinance. On a planning level the adopted regulatory scheme
has been identified as sufficient to avoid and reduce impacts to water; emissions to air,•
production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise.
Site specific impacts will be reviewed and mitigated at the time of development based
upon these adopted regulations within the Spokane Valley.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
The current site is heavily forested but is surrounded by developed areas on all sides. The site
is also characterized by steep slopes, which will limit the scale of development across the
whole site. The proposed amendment is not expected to have impacts on plants and animals.
a. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
Consistent with the FEIS of the 1017-2037 Comprehensive Plan, the city adopted
implementing regulations while mitigating impacts to the natural environment including
an updated critical areas ordinance. On a planning level the adopted regulatory scheme
has been identified as sufficient to protect and conserve plants and animals. Site specific
impacts will be reviewed and mitigated at the time of development based upon these
adopted regulations within the Spokane Valley.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
The proposed amendment will not hove impacts on energy and natural resources. The
amendment is within the scope of impacts analyzed in the Final Environmental Impact
Statement for the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan and supporting development regulations.
a. Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
Consistent with the FEIS of the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan, the city adopted
implementing regulations to protect and conserve energy and natural resources. On a
planning level, the adopted regulatory scheme has been identified as sufficient to protect
and conserve energy and natural resources. Site specific impacts will be reviewed and
mitigated at the time of development based upon these adopted regulations within the
Spokane Valley.
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? The northern portion of property is
located in the Special Flood Hazard Area (1 % annual) per the most current Flood Insurance
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Exhibit 8
Spokane
'��Xka1ley.
SEPA CHECKLIST
Rote Maps (FIRM). Development being located in the flood hazard area has the potential to
cause damage to the underlying property and to impact adjacent properties in the some flood
hazard area. The southern portion of the property includes steep slopes, which are considered
to be geologically hazardous areas within the City's critical areas ordinance. Allowing
construction in geologically hazardous areas has the potential to damage structures and
undermine soil on site or on adjacent properties.
a. Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
The City of Spokane Valley's critical areas ordinance and floodplain regulations, which will
ensure onsite development does not create impacts to properties in the immediate vicinity
those areas further afield. Overall, this amendment supports goals and policies within the
City's Land Use, Economic Development, and Natural Resources Elements of the
Comprehensive Plan. Larger scale developments will be reviewed by staff to determine if
additional SEPA review is necessary.
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would
allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
The proposal will not affect land and shoreline uses as the site is not within shoreline
jurisdiction.
a. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: Not applicable
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services
and utilities? The proposed amendment may increase demand on transportation and public
services if the site is redeveloped or developed more intensively.
a. Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
8th Avenue is designated as a minor arterial, and the Comprehensive Plan identifies that
8th Avenue will be widened to a 3-lane cross section with curbs, sidewalks, bike lanes, and
stormwater facilities. The forecast LOS for this stretch 8th Avenue maintains is "D"
throughout the planning horizon within the adopted LOS. The impact of potential
development under the MU zone would be minimal and within the adopted LOS.
Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or
requirements for the protection of the environment.
The proposal does not conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the
protection of the environment. Any specific issues that may arise during the development of
the site will be identified and addressed based upon regulations within the Spokane Valley
Municipal Code.
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Exhibit 8
Ina do00000
A yJ
SEM CHECKLIST
E. Signature
I, the undersigned, swear under penalty of perjury that the above responses are made truthfully and
to the best of my knowledge. I also understand that, should there be any willful misrepresentation
or willful lack of full disclosure on my part, the agency may withdraw any Determination of Non -
Significance that it might issue in reliance upon this check list.
Date: 1 3 23 Signature:
Please print or type
Proponent: City of Spokane Volley
Address: 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley WA 99216
Phone: 509-720-5000
Person completing form (if different from proponent)
Name: Levi Basinger
Address: 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley WA 99216
Phone: 509-720-5332
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Exhibit 9
S11111 e
jUalley
Economic Development Department
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Hearing Date
Pursuant to Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) 17.80.120, Notice of Public Hearing, the Planning
Division is sending notice of a public hearing to all property owners within 400 feet of project number
CPA-2024-01. The public hearing for this project is scheduled for Thursday, March 14, 2024 beginning
at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard, at Spokane Valley City Hall, 10210 E Sprague Ave,
Spokane Valley, WA 99206.
Meeting Details: The hearing will be conducted in person, with the option to attend remotely using web
and telephone conference tools. A link to the Zoom meeting will be provided on the agenda and posted to
the City's webpage: www.spokanevalleywa.eov/201/1)lanning-commission.
Project Information
Project Number:
CPA-2024-0001
Application
A request to change the land use designation and zoning for approximately
Description:
49.2 acres of Multi -Family Residential to 44 acres of Mixed Use and to 5.2
acres of Sin le-F ily Residential.
Location:
4418 E 8th Avenue; Parcel Numbers 35233.9191, 35233.9192, 35233.9176,
35233.0513, 35233.0709, 35233.0710, 35233.0604, 35233.0605,
35233.0606, 35233.0607, 35233.0608, 35233.0609, and 35233.0505;
Section 23, Township 25 North, Range 43 East, Willamette Meridian,
Spokane County, Washington.
Applicant:
City of Spokane Valley
Owner:
Spokane Conservation District
Staff Contact:
Levi Basinger, Associate Planner; 10210 East Sprague Avenue, Spokane
Valley, WA 99206; phone: (509) 720-5332; email:
(basin er s okanevalle wa. ov
Hearing Process and Appeals
The Planning Commission will conduct the hearing pursuant to the rules of procedure adopted in SVMC
Title 18 (Boards and Authorities). The Planning Commission will forward a recommendation on the
request to the Spokane Valley City Council.
Providing Comments
The public is encouraged to provide comment in person at the hearing, or to submit written comments prior
to the hearing by sending the comments to Levi Basinger, 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA
99206, or email to (basin er ,spokanevallevwa.sov. Comments will need to be submitted no later than
4:00 PM on March 14, 2024 in order for them to be received and prepared for submission into the record.
Comments received will be entered into the record at the time of the public participation portion of the
Public Hearing. Comments received through US Mail will be included if they are received prior to the
hearing.
All interested persons may testify at the public hearing in person or via the zoom meeting address and/or
phone number. Interested persons will need to sign up via ZOOM to speak no later than 4:00 p.m. on March
14, 2024 at the link provided in the agenda posted at the link referenced above. Use the link above to sign
up for oral public comments. The link will direct you to directions to sign up for oral public comments.
This is not an opportunity for questions or discussion. Remarks will be limited to three minutes per person.
Written comments and documents may only be submitted prior to the hearing.
Exhibit 9
Environmental Determination
Pursuant to Title 21, Environmental Controls of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC), the lead
agency has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. A
Determination of Non -Significance was issued under Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 197-11-
340(2) on January 5, 2024. The appeal period for the determination ended January 19, 2024.
Staff Report and Inspection of File
A staff report will be available for inspection seven (7) calendar days before the hearing. The staff report
and other associated documents may be inspected by searching under "Current Agenda" at this web address:
ww-w.st)okanevalleywa. ovg /202/planning-commission. If you have any questions, please contact Levi
Basinger, at (509) 720-5332 or lbasineer(a),sookanevalleywa.gov.
CPA-2024-0001 Notice of Public Hearing Page 2 of 2
Exhibit 10
Levi Basinger
From: Polak, Chad M <Chad.M.Polak@p66.com>
Sent: Thursday, January 4, 2024 1:39 PM
To: Levi Basinger
Subject: FW: SEPA Determination for 2024 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Attachments: SEPA Threshold Determination_CPA-24-01.pdf;SEPA Threshold
Determination_CPA-24-02.pdf; 2. SEPA CHECKLIST - CPA-2024-0001.pdf; 5. Proposed
Comp Plan.pdf; 2. SEPA CHECKLIST - CPA-2024-0002.pdf; 5. Proposed_CompPlan.pdf
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clicking links.
Good Afternoon Levi,
Based on the location, there is no impact to the YPL ROW and we do not have any questions.
Sincerely,
Chad M. Polak
Agent, Real Estate Services
0: (+1) 303.376.4363 1 M: (+1) 720.245.4683
3960 East 561 Avenue I Commerce City, CO 80022
Phillips 66
From: Levi Basinger <Ibasinger@spokanevalleywa.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 4, 2024 2:16 PM
To: Bart Sistek <bart_sistek@comcast.com>; Brent Fisher (brent_fisher@comcast.com) <brent_fisher@comcast.com>;
Brian Jennings <BJennings@spokanetransit.com>; Carnhope Irrigation District No. 7 <Camhope7@comcast. net>; Central
Valley School District #356 <jrowell@cvsd.org>; CenturyLink <Karen.Stoddard@centurylink.com>; Polak, Chad M
<Chad.M.Polak@p66.com>; Chad Riggs <criggs@spokanevalleywa.gov>; Chelsea Harris
(Chelsea. Harris@PARKS.WA.GOV) <Chelsea.Harris@PARKS.WA.GOV>; Christina Janssen
(Christina.Janssen@avistacorp.com) <Christina.Janssen@ avistacorp.com>; City of Liberty Lake
<LKey@libertylakewa.gov>; City of Spokane Tirrell Black <tblack@spokanecity.org>; Comcast
<Ryan_Engles@comcast.com>; Consolidated Irrigation District #19<consolidatedirrigation @comcast.net>; David Moore
(David.J.Moore@usace.army.mil) <David.J.Moore@usace.army.mil>; Davis, Mark J. <Mark_Davis3@comcast.com>;
Deborah Johnson <SEPA.reviewteam@doh.wa.gov>; DJELLIS@spokanesheriff.org; East Spokane Water District #1
<distl@comcast.net>; East Valley School District 361 Transportation Office <transportation@evsd.org>; Gardner,
Spencer <sgardner@spokanecity.org>; Hallie Ladd (hallie.ladd@ecy.wa.gov) <hallie.ladd@ecy.wa.gov>; Henry Allen
<hallen@spokanevalleywa.gov>; Hutchinson Irrigation District<hutchinsonidl6@gwestoffice.net>; Inland Power & Light
<connien@inlandpower.com>; Irvin Water District <irvinwater@windwireless.net>; James Stuchell
Qames_stuchell@comcast.com) <james_stuchell@comcast.com>; Jamie Short Qaime.short@ecy.wa.gov)
<jaime.short@ecy.wa.gov>; Jason Beesley(jbees ley@modernelectricwater.com)<jbeesley@modernelectrkwater.com>;
Jazdzyk, Eric (Parks) <Eric.Jazdzyk@PARKS.WA.GOV>; Jenny Nickerson <jcckerson@spokanevalleywa.gov>; Jerremy
Clark <jclark@spokanevalleywa.gov>; jfields@verawaterandpower.com; jhall@spokanetransit.com; John Bottelli
<jbottelli@spokanevalleywa.gov>; Jordan, Dale 1 (Jess) NWS <Dale.J.Jordan@usace.army.mil>; Kelly Williquette
<kwilliquette@scwd3.org>; Lara Gricar <Lara.Gricar@Parks.wa.gov>; Louis Acosta <lacosta@spokanesheriff.org>; Lynn
Schmidt (Lyns461@ecy.wa.gov) <Lyns461@ecy.wa.gov>; Marty Long <mlong@scfd8.org>; Matt Fisher
(Matt.Fisher@ecy.wa.gov) <Matt.Fisher@ecy.wa.gov>; Model Irrigation District #18 (rickaneal@gmail.com)
<rickaneal@gmail.com>; Modern Electric Water Co. <transmittals@mewco.com>; Orchard Ave. Irrigation District
Exhibit 10
Spokane Tribe of Indians
Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
PO Box 100 Wellpinit WA 99040
January 8, 2024
To: Levie Basinger, Planner
RE: File No. CPA-2024-01 and CPA-2024-02
Mr. Basinger,
Thank you for contacting the Tribe's Historic Preservation Office. We appreciate the
opportunity to provide a cultural consult for your project. The intent of this process is to
preserve and protect all cultural resources whenever protection is feasible.
This office has no concerns of the City issuing a (DNS) for the annual Amendments to
the comprehensive plan for CPA-2024-01 and CPA 2024-02 however once the request
has change from zoning to multifamily our archive research these two projects have a
high probability of encountering cultural resources within the proposed project area,
Recommendation: Archaeological survey for all ground disturbing activity and
Inadvertent Discovery plan implemented in the scope of work plan.
However, if any artifacts or human remains are found upon excavation activity this
office is to be notified and the immediate area cease.
Should additional information become available, or scope of work change our assessment
may be revised. Again, thank you for this opportunity to comment and consider this a
positive action that will assist us in protecting our shred heritage.
If questions arise, please contact me at (509) 258 — 4222.
Sincerely,
Randy Abrahamson
Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
Exhibit 10
Spokane County
PUBLIC WORKS
PROJECT COMMENT TRANSMITTAL
To Ibasinger@spokanevalleywa.gov
From: Dawn Dompier
Date: 01-16-2024
Planning Number
Name
Parent Parcels
Project Type
CPA-24-01
SEPA DETERMINATION FOR
35233.9191,
SEPA
2024 COMP PLAN
35233.9192,
AMENDMENT (VALLEY)
35233.9176,
35233.0513,
35233.0709,
35233.0710,
35233.0604,
35233.0605,
35233.0606,
35233.0607,
35233.0608,
35233.0609,
35233.0505
General Sanitary Sewer Links
• Sewer Plan Submittal: To submit a sewer plan for review, please follow this link: Sewer Plan Submittal
• If your project requires a sewer plan submittal, please refer to the requirements here:
o Development Plan Review Checklist
• Additional General Commercial Sewer information can be found here:
o General Commercial Sewer Info I Water Usage Estimate Form
o Sewer Planning and Design webpage: Sewer Planning & Design
Pretreatment
• IF GREASE PRODUCING STATUS IS NOT KNOWN:
o Pretreatment review is required for your business or project. Please complete and return the
"Commercial Pretreatment Questionnaire" located at: www.si3okanecounty.org/FOG. Additionally,
pretreatment requirements under our Industrial Pretreatment Program may apply to your business or
project, for more information, please visit: www.spokanecounty.org/IPP.
IF FACILITY IS ALREADY KNOWN TO NEED GREASE CONTROL (FOOD SERVICE ONLY):
o Pretreatment review is required for your business or project. Please complete the "GCD Sizing &
Permitting Checklist," located at: www.spokanecounty.org/FOG and email to:
ESPretreatment@spokanecounty.org. Additionally, pretreatment requirements under our Industrial
Pretreatment Program may apply to your business or project, for more information, please visit:
www.spokanecounty.org/IPP.
• IF FACILITY IS ALREADY KNOWN TO NEED GREASE CONTROL (OIL -WATER SEPARATORS ONLY):
Exhibit 10
o Pretreatment review is required for your business or project. Please visit www.spokanecountV.org/FOG
to download the "OWS Sizing' and "OWS Fact Sheet' for guidance on oil -water separators. Additionally,
pretreatment requirements under our Industrial Pretreatment Program may apply to your business or
project, for more information, please visit: www.spokanecounty.org/IPP
PROJECT -SPECIFIC COMMENTS START ON PAGE 2
Exhibit 10
The Spokane County Public Works Wastewater
FA01
System Division has no objection to the finalization of
No comment for SEPA Determination
the above mentioned project.
Exhibit 11
Levi Basinger
From: ampp h <soundbarrier@hotmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2024 7:42 PM
To: Levi Basinger
Subject: CPA-2024-0001
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clicking links.
Hello,
I would like to know what uses are allowed by a land use designation and zoning of "Mixed -Use". And of those
allowed uses, what is being proposed for the property now?
Also, if the current land use designation and zoning is "Multi -Family Residential", how did the current
development (which is not multi -family residential) on the parcels even get started?
Thank you.
Kevin Hee
Exhibit 11
Levi Basinger
From: GSBains <missionfoodmart@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, February 29, 2024 3:29 PM
To: Levi Basinger
Subject: Notice of Public Hearing 8th Avenue
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clicking links.
Hi Levi,
We got letters in the mail for the public hearingthat is happeningfor the property at 8th Avenue with
multiple parcels we own the homes behind the parcels at 1301 S Havana St and 1303 S Havana St, we
are curious as to what will happen with the property down the road will the city sell it if they are willing to
sell it we are willing to help the city out and pay a good price for all of it or at Least the mixed use parcels
once they have been established, please Let me knowwhat the goals are and we are willingto help in any
way.
Thanks,
Joey Bains
GS BAINS PROPERTIES LLC
509-294-3942
Spokane
jValley,
STAFF REPORT DATE: March 7, 2024
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
STAFF REPORT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
CPA-2024-0002
HEARING DATE AND LOCATION: March 14, 2024, beginning at 6:00 p.m., at Spokane Valley City Hall
and remotely via Zoom.
Project Number:
CPA-2024-0002
Application Description:
A request to change the land use designation and zoning for approximately
0.83 acres of Single -Family Residential to Corridor Mixed Use.
Location:
17103 E Main Avenue; Parcel 55183.0723; Section 18, Township 25
North, Range 45 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County, Washington
Applicant:
City of Spokane Valley
Property Owner:
Family Promise of Spokane
Date of Application:
November 13, 2023
Staff Contact:
Levi Basinger, Associate Planner, (509) 720-5332,
(basin er s okanevalle wa. ov
APPROVAL CRITERIA: Spokane Valley Comprehensive Plan, Title 17 Spokane Valley Municipal Code
(SVMC) General Provisions, Title 19 SVMC Zoning Regulations, and Title 21 SVMC Environmental
Controls.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1:
Existing Comprehensive Plan Map
Exhibit 7:
Exhibit 2:
Proposed Comprehensive Plan Map
Exhibit 8:
Exhibit 3:
Existing Zoning
Exhibit 9:
Exhibit 4:
Proposed Zoning
Exhibit 10:
Exhibit 5:
Vicinity Map
Exhibit 11:
Exhibit 6:
Aerial Map
A. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
PROPERTY INFORMATION
Environmental Determination
SEPA Checklist
Notice of Public Hearing
Agency Comments
Public Comments
Size and Characteristics: The location for the proposed amendment is one 0.83-acre parcel,
located at the northeast corner of the intersection between Flora Road
and Main Avenue. The property contains a single-family house and
multiple accessory structures covering the western half of the parcel.
The eastern half of the parcel includes an open area without any
structures present. The property is flat in its terrain.
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Comprehensive Plan:
Single -Family Residential (SFR)
Zoning:
Single -Family Residential (R-3)
Existing Use:
Single-family dwelling with accessory structures
SURROUNDING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, ZONING, AND LAND USES
Comprehensive Plan: Single -Family Residential (SFR)
North
Zoning: Single -Family Residential (R-3)
Uses: Single-family residences
Comprehensive Plan: Corridor Mixed Use (CMU)
South
Zoning: CMU
Uses: Undeveloped lots, commercial businesses
Comprehensive Plan: SFR
East
Zoning: R-3
Uses: Single-family residences, middle school
Comprehensive Plan: SFR
West
Zoning: R-3
Uses: Single- Bresidences
APPLICATION PROCESSING:
Chapter 17.80 Permit Processing Procedures in the SVMC. The following summarizes key application
procedures for the proposal.
Application Submitted:
November 13, 2023
SEPA DNS Issue date
January 5, 2024
End of Appeal Period for DNS:
January 19, 2024
Date of Mailed Notice of Public Hearing
February 21, 2024
Date of Published Notice of Public Hearing:
February 23 & March 1, 2024
SUMMARY AND IMPLICATIONS OF PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
The City of Spokane Valley has a one-to-one relationship between most of its comprehensive plan
designations and zoning districts. This means that all comprehensive plan map amendments require an
amendment to the zoning map. In the case of this property, a comprehensive plan map change to Corridor
Mixed Use (CMU) also requires a zone change to CMU.
The current comprehensive plan designation and zoning of the site is Single -Family Residential (SFR)
and R-3. The R-3 allows for single-family residential development that provides flexibility and promotes
reinvestment in existing single-family neighborhoods. The proposed amendment will change the
comprehensive plan land use designation and zoning for the 0.83-acre site to CMU. The CMU allows for
light manufacturing, retail, multifamily, townhomes, cottages, and offices. Adjacent residential zones are
protected through transitional standards in chapter 19.75 SVMC.
The owner of the subject property, Family Promise of Spokane, is a community service provider, a
nonprofit or charitable organization that provides a local service to the community families that are
experiencing homelessness and housing instability. It should be noted that all Community Service uses
require a Community Services permit consistent with chapter 19.45 SVMC, and no application for a
Community Service has been received. Community Service uses are permitted in both the R-3 and CMU
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zone. The amendment would allow more families to be served in this location as well as allow for office
uses that are not allowed in the R-3 zone.
B. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO SEPA
1. Findings:
Pursuant to Title 21 SVMC, the lead agency has determined that the proposal does not have a
probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement
(EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). Consistent with Title 21 the City issued a
Determination of Non -Significance (DNS) for the proposal on January 5, 2024. The
determination was made after review of a completed environmental checklist, the application,
Titles 19, 21, and 22 SVMC, a site assessment, public and agency comments, the Comprehensive
Plan and associated Environmental Impact Statement.
2. Conclusion(s):
The procedural requirements of the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and Title 21 SVMC
have been fulfilled.
C. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
AMENDMENT AND AREA -WIDE REZONE
The City may approve Comprehensive Plan amendments and area -wide zone map amendments
if it finds that compliance with the approval criteria in SVMC 17.80.140.H.
a) The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and protection of the environment;
Analysis. The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to public health,
safety, welfare, and protection of the environment. The proposal is a city -
initiated map amendment that would allow more intensive residential use on a
property within 700 feet Sprague Avenue. CMU provides for economic
opportunity by allowing a wide range of uses including multifamily and offices.
The CMU recognizes the historical low -intensity, auto -dependent development
pattern within the City's major transportation corridors and is primarily used
along Sprague Avenue, and the north -south arterials. The property is adjacent
to Flora Road, a minor arterial.
The property is located on Flora Road, an arterial and within 1/10th of mile of
Sprague Avenue, making CMU a reasonable designation for this location. In
addition, the proposal bears a substantial relationship to public, health safety,
and general welfare because the potentially expanded uses allowed in the CMU
allow for the provision of services to meet the need to provide services to
families who are experiencing housing insecurity.
b) The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW and
with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the amendment;
Analysis. The Growth Management Act (GAM) adopts fourteen goals to guide the
development of local comprehensive plans and development regulations. At a
broad level encouraging efficient use of transportation infrastructure and
promoting economic development meets those related GAM goals. In addition,
in 2021 the legislature adopted amendments to the GAM to require cities to
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accommodate and plan for a variety of housing insecure uses, including
transitional housing.
c) The proposed amendment responds to a substantial change in conditions beyond the
property owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject property lies;
Analysis: While the proposed amendment is not in response to a change in conditions of
the property beyond the property owner's control, providing for family
homeless services is a response to changes in state law and recent population
growth and available housing for these services within the City.
d) The proposed amendment corrects an obvious mapping error; or
Analysis: The amendment is not in response to a mapping error and would not correct
any error.
e) The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
Analysis: The proposed amendment does address a need identified in the Comprehensive
Plan. The Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan identifies that while the
City has a strong network of various non profits, faith -based organizations and
school districts that help serve those who are facing housing instability as well
as households that are unsheltered, what is missing are location within the City
to access to these services. Specifically, a high degree of reliance has been on
the City of Spokane to physically house these services, which in turn requires
Spokane Valley residents to travel when resources are needed. The City
supports locating facilities that seek to serve those experiencing homelessness
and housing instability with facilities within close proximity of public
transportation. Additionally, the need for homeless and housing insecurity
services are identified in the following Housing Goal and Policies:
H-G4: Work collaboratively with local stakeholders to development a homeless
response system specific to the need of the Valley
H-P8: Ensure the provision ofhomeless and housing services have commensurate on -
site support to maintain the character of neighborhoods and minimize public
service calls.
H-P9: Support community resource hubs where service providers can co -locate in
areas in close proximity to public transportation.
H-PIO: Ensure equal access for Valley residents to publicly funded programs,
transportation, job opportunities and housing.
H-PII: Engage in active recruitment of service providers that desire to serve Valley
residents through targeted programs focused on homeless service delivery.
H-P14: Leverage federal, state and local funds, when appropriate, to bolster existing
programs provided to Valley residents.
H-P15: Encourage and support new projects and programs which seek to assist in
maintaining housing stability or provide exits from homelessness to housing.
ii. The City must also consider the following factors prior to approving Comprehensive Plan
amendments:
a) The effect upon the physical environment;
Analysis: The property is developed and disturbed. While the change in CMU could
increase the intensity of development on the property, the impact to the physical
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environment would be minimal. There is no concern about the effect of the
physical environment.
b) The effect on open space, streams, rivers, and lakes;
Analysis: There are no known critical areas associated with the site, such as wetlands,
fish and wildlife habitat areas, frequently flooded areas or geologically
hazardous areas. The parcel is not located within shoreline jurisdiction, and
there are no known surface water quality or quantity issues. The City's critical
areas ordinance will ensure that adequate protection of the critical areas and
adjacent land use are addressed when future development occurs.
c) The compatibility with and impact on adjacent land uses and surrounding neighborhoods;
Analysis: The proposed amendment is located in an area of the City that is rapidly
changing with infrll commercial, multiple family, and detached family
development. Immediately to the south is the large swath of CMU zoning that
borders Sprague Avenue. While immediately to the east, west, and north, the
land is designated Single Family Residential, these areas are transitioningfrom
historic large parcels to smaller urban infrll. Farther to the east is Greenacres
Middle School, which is zoned and designated CMU. While CMU allows for a
wide variety of uses, due to the size of the parcel, it's expected development on
the parcel would be at a scale and size to minimize impacts on adjacent land
uses. Further, to protect the adjacent land uses, if the amendment is approved,
the property would be subject to the city's transitional provisions, which
minimize impacts to the less intensive single-family zones from the more
intensive CMUzone.
d) The adequacy of and impact on community facilities including utilities, roads, public
transportation, parks, recreation, and schools;
Analysis: Sewer, water, electricity, and other utilities are available to the site. The
property is about I mile from Greenacres Park, 400 feet from Greenacres
Middle School, 1 mile to Greenacres Elementary School, and 0.25 miles from
the Appleway Trail. The impact of this development on the overall parks and
recreation would be minimal and within the adopted LOS. Impacts to the
Central Valley School District would be minimal, and there is no adopted LOS
for schools.
In regards the transportation network, Flora Road is designated as a minor
arterial. The Comprehensive Plan identifies that Flora will be widened to a S-
lane cross section with curbs, sidewalks, and stormwater facilities. The forecast
LOS for this stretch Flora maintains is "D" throughout the planning horizon
within the adopted LOS. The impact of potential development under the CMU
zone would be minimal and within the adopted LOS.
The parcel is within 114 mile ofSTA Route 98 and within 112 mile ofSTA Route
95. These routes provide service frequencies of every 30-minutes in each
direction between the Valley Transit Center, Liberty Lake , and the Spokane
Valley Amazon Fulfillment Center. While these routes provide access to a
number of daily goods and services , access to the Valley Transit Center
expands the available service and express services to Downtown Spokane, the
primary transit hub for the region.
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e) The benefit to the neighborhood, City, and region;
Analysis: The proposed amendment will provide a benefit to the neighborhood, City, and
region by providing opportunity to provide much needed housing and meet the
City's goals ofproviding housing options to minimize impacts to those
experiencing housing instability. The expanded allowed uses allowed by CMU
meets adopted policies . Additionally, the change provides the opportunity to
provide a range of housing choices with close, convenient access to amenities
as expressed in the comprehensive plan.
f) The quantity and location of land planned for the proposed land use type and density and
the demand for such land;
Analysis: The location of the proposal is in an area that typically would meet the
description ofCMUzone. Which is described in the Comprehensive Plan as
being located along major transportation corridors along Sprague Avenue,
and the north -south arterials. The location one block north of Sprague along
Flora, a designated arterial, is a suitable location for the CMUzone.
g) The current and projected population density in the area; and
Analysis: Across the entire city the proposed change would have little impact on
population density.
h) The effect upon other aspects of the Comprehensive Plan.
Analysis: The proposed amendment has minimal to no effect on other aspects of the
Comprehensive Plan.
Conclusion(s):
For the reasons outlined above the proposed amendment is consistent with SVMC 17.80.140(H).
D. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Findings:
Staff have received three public comments to date; which are summarized below and included as
Exhibit 11. Comments received following the date of this staff report will be provided to the
Planning Commission at the March 14, 2024 meeting.
Date
Name & Address
Comment(s)
Feb 27, 2024
Dennis Crapo
Property will be adversely impacted by the
(920 Evergreen, LLC)
proposed amendment.
17028 E Riverside Lane
March 3, 2024
Stewart and Mary Margaret
• Disagree with the zoning change.
Bowmer
• Concern with traffic generated.
• No design incorporated to encourage
mixed -use or walkable environment.
Rezoning this property encroaches into
single family neighborhood.
March 5, 2024
Todd R. Whipple
. Request denial of amendment
• Cause damage to adjacent single-family
neighborhood.
• Previous comprehensive plan
amendment from SFR to CMU was
denied in 2018.
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2. Conclusion(s):
CPA-2024-02
Notice of Public Hearing (NOPH) was published February 23 and March 1, 2024. The NOPH
was posted on site on February 22, 2024 and mailed to property owners within a 400 foot radius
of the site on February 21, 2024.
E. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS SPECIFIC TO AGENCY COMMENTS
1. Findings:
Agency
Received Comma ats
Comments Dated
City of Spokane Valley Senior Traffic Engineer
City of Spokane Valley Development Engineering
City of Spokane Valley Building & Planning
City of Spokane Valley Parks & Recreation
Spokane Valley Fire Department
City of Millwood
City of Liberty Lake
City of Spokane
City of Spokane Valley Police Department
Spokane County, Building and Planning
Spokane County,Wastewater System Division
Yes
1-16-24
Spokane County, Clean Air Agency
Spokane County, Fire District No. 1
Spokane County, Fire District No. 8
Spokane County Regional Health District
Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency
Spokane Aquifer Joint Board
Spokane Transit Authority STA
Spokane Regional Transportation Council SRTC
Washington State Dept of Commerce
Washington State Dept of Ecology Ol m is
Washington State Dept of Ecology (Spokane)
Washington State Dept of Fish & Wildlife
Washington State Dept of Natural Resources
Washington State Dept of Transportation
Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
WA Archaeological & Historic Preservation
Avista Utilities
Inland Power & Light
Modern Electric Water Company
Conoco Phillips Yellowstone Pipeline)
Yes
1-04-24
Central Valley School District #356
East Valley School District #361
West Valley School District #363
Century Link
Comcast
Model Irrigation District #18
Consolidated Irrigation District #19
East Spokane Water District #1
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Spokane County Water District #3
Spokane Tribe of Indians Yes 1-08-24
2. Conclusion(s):
No concerns are noted.
F. CONCLUSION:
For the reasons set forth in Section C above, the proposed amendment to amend the Comprehensive Plan
and adopt the area -wide rezone to change the land use designation and zoning of parcel 55183.0723 to
CMU complies with the requirements of S VMC 17.80.140(H) and the Comprehensive Plan.
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PROJECT: Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for 2024:
LEAD AGENCY: City of Spokane Valley.
DETERMINATION: Determination of Non -Significance is issued under Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 197-
11-340(; the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date issued. Commends must be received by
4:00 p.m. on January 19, 2024. Pursuant to Title 21, Environmental Controls of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code
(SVMC), the lead agency has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An
Environmental Impact Statement is not required under Revised Code of Washington 43.21 C.030(2)(c). This decision was
made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This
information is available to the public on request.
STAFF CONTACT: Levi Basinger, Associate Planner, City of Spokane Valley, Planning Division, 10210 E Sprague
Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA 99206, PH: (509) 720-5332, FX (509) 720-5075, lbasinger(@,spokanevalleywa.gov
RESPONSIBLE OFFICIAL: Chaz Bates, AICP, Planning Manager, City of Spokane Valley, 10210 East Sprague Avenue,
Spokane Valley, WA 99206, PH: (509) 720-5033, c1bates6Dspokanevalleywa.gov \)
DATE ISSUED: January 5, 2024 SIGNATURE: ri
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APPEAL: An appeal of this determination shall be submitted to the CommunityPublic Works epadment within
fourteen (14) calendar days after the date issued. The appeal must be written and specific factual objections made to the
City's threshold determination. Appeals shall be conducted in conformance with SVMC 17.90 Appeals, and any required
fees pursuant to the City's adopted Fee Schedule shall be paid at the time of appeal submittal. Pursuant to WAC 197-11-
680, appeals shall be limited to a review of a final threshold determination.
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PART I — REQUIRED MATERIAL
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Completed SEPA Checklist
Application Fee
Reduced Site Plan of proposal in 8%" by 11" or 11" by 17" size
❑ Trip Distribution and Generation Letter, if requested by Development Engineering.
PURPOSE OF CHECKLIST:
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), chapter43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to
considerthe environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An environmental impact
statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the
quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help you and the
agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can
be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal.
Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your
proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most
precise information known, or give the best description you can.
You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most
cases, you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans
without the need to hire experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply
to your proposal, write "do not know" or "does not apply." Complete answers to the questions now
may avoid unnecessary delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark
designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies
can assist you.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of
time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your
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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.
USE OF CHECKLIST FOR NON -PROJECT PROPOSALS:
Complete this checklist for non -project proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not
apply."
IN ADDITION, complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NON -PROJECT ACTIONS (Part D).
For non -project actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and
"property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area,"
respectively.
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Family Promise — Comprehensive Plan Amendment (land use map)
2. Name of applicant: City of Spokane Valley
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Levi Basinger, Planner, Planning
Division, 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA, 99216
4. Date checklist prepared:111612023
Agency requesting checklist: Spokane Valley
S. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): June 2024
6. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? No If yes, explain.
7. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) was
completed for the City's Comprehensive Plan. The document is titled 2017-2037
Comprehensive Plan Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) and supporting
Development Regulations.
8. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals
directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
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9. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
Approval by the Spokane Valley City Council
10. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of
the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to
describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this
page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on
project description.)
The proposal is a request to amend the COSV future land use map and zoning map from
Single Family Residential and R-3, respectively, to Corridor Mixed Use and CMU. The change
would allow future flexibility in the future use of the property to meet future needs related to
Family Promise's mission. The changes may include increased dwelling units and/or office
uses.
11. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise
location of your proposed project, including 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.
The proposal is located at 17103 E Main Avenue; parcel number 55183.0723; lot
47.6590498606264, long-117.1747130430214,
12. Does the proposed action lie within the Aquifer Sensitive Area (ASA)? Yes
The general Sewer Service Area? No
Priority Sewer Service Area? No
(See: Spokane County's ASA Overlay zone Atlas for boundaries).
13. The following questions supplement Part A:
a. Critical Aquifer Recharge Area (CARA) / Aquifer Sensitive Area (ASA).
1. Describe any systems, other than those designed for the disposal of sanitary waste,
installed for the purpose of discharging fluids below the ground surface (includes
systems such as those for the disposal of stormwater or drainage from floor drains).
Describe the type of system, the amount of materials to be disposed of through the
system and the types of material likely to be disposed of (including materials which
may enter the system inadvertently through spills or as a result of firefighting
activities).
This is a non -project action changing the future land use map and does not evaluate a
specific future use.
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2. Will any chemicals (especially organic solvents or petroleum fuels) be stored in
aboveground or underground storage tanks? No
If so, what types and quantities of material will be stored?
This is a non -project action changing the future land use map and does not evaluate a
specific future use.
3. What protective measures will betaken to ensure that leaks or spills of any chemicals
stored or used on site will not be allowed to percolate to groundwater? This includes
measures to keep chemicals out of disposal systems.
This is a non -project action changing the future land use map and does not evaluate a
specific future use.
4. Will any chemicals be stored, handled, or used on the site in a location where a spill
or leak will drain to surface or groundwater or to a stormwater disposal system
discharging to surface or groundwater? This is a non -project action changing the
future land use map and does not evaluate a specific future use.
b. Stormwater
1. What are the depths on the site to groundwater and to bedrock (if known)?
Unknown
2. Will stormwater be discharged into the ground? If so, describe any potential
impacts.
This is a non -project action changing the future land use map and does not evaluate a
specific future use. Any future changes will be reviewed under existing stormwater
regulations.
B. Environmental Elements
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous,
other
The site is flat. Future development will be analyzed under a separate future SEPA process
at the time of development.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? 0%
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat,
much)?
If you know the classification of agricultural souls, specify them, and note any prime
farmland. This is a non -project action changing the future land use map. The site is
currently developed and the application does not evaluate a specific future use. Any future
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changes will be reviewed under a separate SEPA process.
d. Are there surface Indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? No
If so, describe.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed.
Also indicate source of fill. This is a non -project action changing the future land use map.
The site is currently developed and the application does not evaluate a specific future use.
Any future changes will be reviewed under a separate SEPA process.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? No If so, generally
describe.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? This is a non -project action changing the
future land use map. The site is currently developed and the application does not evaluate
a specific future use. Any future changes will be reviewed under a separate SEPA process.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion or other impacts to the earth, if any:
This is a non -project action changing the future land use map. The site is currently
developed and the application does not evaluate a specific future use. Any future
development will be subject to the Spokane Valley Municipal code which includes
measures to control erosion.
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile,
odors, and industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is
completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. The site is
currently developed and the application does not evaluate a specific future use.
b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? No
If so, generally describe.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: The site
is currently developed and the application does not evaluate a specific future use. Any
future development will be subject to the Spokane Valley Municipal code which includes
measures to control emissions; project may also be subject to regulations implemented by
Spokane Clean Air.
3. Water
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a. Surface:
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? No If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
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 and the source of fill material. Not applicable
4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? No
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
5. Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? No.
If so, note location on the site plan.
6. Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? No
If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
b. Ground:
1. Will groundwater be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to groundwater? No
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities known.
2. Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or
other sources, if any (for example: 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.
The site is currently developed and uses domestic sewer. The application does not
evaluate a specific future use. Any future development will be subject to the Spokane
Valley Municipal code and other regulations related to water.
c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
1. Describe the source of runoff (including stormwater) and method of collection and
disposal, if any (include quantities, if known).
Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters? No
If so, describe.
The site is currently developed and the application does not evaluate a specific future
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use. Any future development will be subject to the Spokane Valley Municipal code.
2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? No
If so, generally describe.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any:
The proposal is a non -project action and does not have a direct effect on the surface,
ground or runoff water.
4. Plants
a. Circle types of vegetation found on the site:
1. Deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
2. Evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
3. Shrubs
4. Gross
S. Pasture
6. Crop or grain
7. Wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other
8. Water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
9. Other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
None proposed
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any: The proposal is a non -project action development of any
future development will be analyzed under a separate SEPA. The city has adopted
development standards to preserve and enhance vegetation.
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known
to be on or near the site:
1. Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other
2. Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other
3. Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known
c. Is the site part off a migration route? No If so, explain.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: The proposal is a non -project
action. Future re -development of the site will be analyzed under a separate SEPA. The city
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has adopted development standards to preserve and enhance fauna.
6. Energy and natural resources
a. 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. Not applicable
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties?
If so, generally describe. No
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal?
List other measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: None
Environmental health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of
fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste that could occur as a result of this proposal?
If so, describe.
The proposal is a non -project action changing the land use designation from Single Family
Residential to Corridor Mixed Use, while the amendment does not contemplate a specific
use the, the CMU designation allows a broader range of uses than the SFR, including office
and multiple family uses. Future re -development of the site will be analyzed under a
separate SEPA.
1. Describe special emergency services that might be required. Not applicable
2. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: Not
applicable
b. Noise
1. What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment, operation, other)? The site is on the corner of a minor arterial and
a local access street, Sprague Avenue a Principal arterial is one block to the south.
The property is within 175 feet of Greenacres Middle School. Each of these contribute
to some level of noise that would affect a project in this location.
2. What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on
a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation,
other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. Not applicable
3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: The proposal is a non -
project action development of any future development will be analyzed under a
separate SEPA. The city has adopted development standards to control noise impacts.
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a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The site has a single-family
home and associated garage that is presently being used.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? No If so, describe.
c. Describe any structures on the site. Asingle-family home, detached garage, and free
standing shed.
d. Will any structures be demolished? No If so, what?
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? Single Family Residential (R-3)
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Single Family Residential
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Not
applicable
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive' area?
If so, specify. No, there are no identified critical areas ("environmentally sensitive") areas
on the site.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? The
exact number is unknown, but it's expected that Family Promise of Spokane would in the
future operate a housing for housing insecure families within the existing home. Future
development may expand the number of people served in this location.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? None
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: While the proposal is
a non -project action and does not identify specific development the proposed land use
mop change would allow an increase in the number of people being able to be served by
Family Promise. In this sense, the proposal can be seen as reducing displaced families; in
fact, preserving the existing land use and zoning has the potential to displace more people
than the proposal.
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal Is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans. If any: The SVMC contains provisions in chapter 19.75 that minimizes
impacts of more intensive zones on less intensively zoned properties.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle,
or low-income housing. While this is non -project action, the existing housing will serve
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housing to families who are housing insecure for up to 10 people. Future development not
currently considered, may increase housing opportunities.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing. None
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: None
10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas?
What is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? Not applicable
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? None
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: None
11. Light and glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce?
What time of day would it mainly occur? Not applicable.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
No
c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? Those typically of
a residential neighborhood adjacent to a commercial corridor and middle schools.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: None
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
Greenacres Middle School is within 17S feet 1 mile to Greenacres Elementary; 1 mile from
Greenacres Park, and 0.15 miles from the Appleway Trail.
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: None
13. Historic and cultural preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? No If so, generally
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describe.
b. Generally, describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or
cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. Not applicable
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: Not applicable.
14. Transportation
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site and describe proposed access to the
existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. The site is located on the northeast
corner of Flora Rd and Main Ave. Flora is designated as a minor arterial and Main is local
access street. There are no existing or forecast level of service concerns for Flora, Main as a
local access street in this location does not have an adopted LOS.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? Yes If not, what is the approximate distance
to the nearest transit stop? The parcel is served by STA Route 98 which provides 30-
minute service to the Liberty Lake Park and Ride and the Spokane Valley Transit Center.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? Not applicable
How many would the project eliminate? Not applicable
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or
streets, not including driveways? No If so, generally describe (indicate whether
public or private).
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? No If so, generally describe.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project?
If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. This is a non -project action and does
not identify a specific use that would be necessary to account for vehicle trips per day.
Concurrency will be required for all future development.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
The city's adopted comprehensive plan adopts a level of service for transportation services.
The city has an adopted 10-year Transportation Improvement Plan that identifies projects
to meet adopted levels of service for projected growth.
15. Public services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire
protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally
describe. The proposal is non -project action; future development will be evaluated for its
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'a;0f galley.
impact on public services.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. None
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site:
1. Electricity, Natural gas, Water, Refuse service, Telephone, Sanitary sewer, Septic
system, Other -describe
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. Not applicable
C. Signature
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.
Signature: Date:
D. Supplemental Sheet for Non -Project Actions
(Do not use this sheet 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 of the proposal, or the types of activities
likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than
if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production,
storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
The proposed amendment is not likely to increase emissions to air, production of noise, and
discharge to water. The amendment is within the scope of impacts analyzed in the Final
Environmental Impact Statement for the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan and supporting
development regulations.
a. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
Consistent with the FEIS of the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan, the city adopted
implementing regulations while mitigating impacts to the natural environment including
an updated critical areas ordinance. On a planning level the adopted regulatory scheme
has been identified as sufficient to avoid and reduce impacts to water; emissions to air;
production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise.
Site specific impacts will be reviewed and mitigated at the time of development based
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SEPA CHECKLIST
Spokane
,;,oO Valley
upon these adopted regulations within the Spokane Valley.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
The proposed amendment is not expected to have impacts on plants and animals. The
amendment is within the scope of impacts analyzed in the Final Environmental Impact
Statement for the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan and supporting development regulations.
a. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
Consistent with the FEIS of the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan, the city adopted
implementing regulations while mitigating impacts to the natural environment including
an updated critical areas ordinance. On a planning level the adopted regulatory scheme
has been identified as sufficient to protect and conserve plants and animals. Site specific
impacts will be reviewed and mitigated at the time of development based upon these
adopted regulations within the Spokane Valley.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
The proposed amendment will not have impacts on energy and natural resources. The
amendment is within the scope of impacts analyzed in the Final Environmental Impact
Statement for the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan and supporting development regulations.
a. Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
Consistent with the FEIS of the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan, the city adopted
implementing regulations to protect and conserve energy and natural resources. On a
planning level, the adopted regulatory scheme has been identified as sufficient to protect
and conserve energy and natural resources. Site specific impacts will be reviewed and
mitigated at the time of development based upon these adopted regulations within the
Spokane Valley.
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?
The proposed amendment will not impact environmentally sensitive areas as none exist on
the site.
a. Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
Not applicable
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would
allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
The proposal will not affect land and shoreline uses as the site is not within shoreline
jurisdiction.
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SEPA CHECKLIST
Spokane
..jUalley-
a. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
Not applicable
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services
and utilities?
The proposed amendment may increase demand on transportation and public services if the
site is redeveloped or developed more intensively. The amendment is within the scope of
impacts analyzed in the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the 2017-2037
Comprehensive Plan and supporting development regulations.
a. Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
The Comprehensive Plan adopts a level -of -service for transportation. The Final
Environmental Impact Statement for the 2017-2037 Comprehensive Plan and the 6-year
Transportation Improvement Program identifies the necessary projects to maintain the
adopted LOS. These transportation and public service projects are implemented both by
the city and state and at the project level through concurrency.
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or
requirements for the protection of the environment.
The proposal does not conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the
protection of the environment. Any specific issues that may arise during the development of
the site will be identified and addressed based upon regulations within the Spokane Valley
Municipal Code.
E. Signature
I, the undersigned, swear under penalty of perjury that the above responses are made truthfully and
to the best of my knowledge. I also understand that, should there be any willful misrepresentation
or willful lack of full disclosure on my part, the agency may withdraw any Determination of Non -
Significance that it might issue in reliance upon this check list.
Date: / r' 6 , 1 3 Signature:
Please print or type
Proponent: City of Spokane Valley
Address: 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokan
Phone: 509-720-S000
Person completing form (if different from proponent)
Name: Levi Basinger
Address: 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley WA 99216
Phone: 509-720-5000
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Exhibit 9
Spokacn
40 VA
ley
Economic Development Department
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Hearing Date
Pursuant to Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) 17.80.120, Notice of Public Hearing, the Planning
Division is sending notice of a public hearing to all property owners within 400 feet of project number
CPA-2024-01. The public hearing for this project is scheduled for Thursday, March 14, 2024 beginning
at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as can be heard, at Spokane Valley City Hall, 10210 E Sprague Ave,
Spokane Valley, WA 99206.
Meeting Details: The hearing will be conducted in person, with the option to attend remotely using web
and telephone conference tools. A link to the Zoom meeting will be provided on the agenda and posted to
the City's webpage: www.spokanevallevwa.eov/201/planning-commission.
Proiect Information
Project Number:
CPA-2024-0002
Application
A request to change the land use designation and zoning for approximately
Description:
0.83 acres of Single-FamilyResidential to Corridor Mixed Use.
Location:
17103 E Main Avenue; Parcel Number 55183.0723; Section 18, Township
25 North, Range 45 East, Willamette Meridian, Spokane County,
Washington. The site is located at the northeast comer of the intersection
between Flora Road and Main Avenue.
Applicant:
City of Spokane Valley
Owner:
Family Promise of Spokane
Staff Contact:
Levi Basinger, Associate Planner; 10210 East Sprague Avenue, Spokane
Valley, WA 99206; phone: (509) 720-5332; email:
lbasin er s okanevalleywa.izov
Hearing Process and Appeals
The Planning Commission will conduct the hearing pursuant to the rules of procedure adopted in SVMC
Title 18 (Boards and Authorities). The Planning Commission will forward a recommendation on the
request to the Spokane Valley City Council.
Providing Comments
The public is encouraged to provide comment in person at the hearing, or to submit written comments prior
to the hearing by sending the comments to Levi Basinger, 10210 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA
99206, or email to lbasingernast)okanevalleywa.gov. Comments will need to be submitted no later than
4:00 PM on March 14, 2024 in order for them to be received and prepared for submission into the record.
Comments received will be entered into the record at the time of the public participation portion of the
Public Hearing. Comments received through US Mail will be included if they are received prior to the
hearing.
All interested persons may testify at the public hearing in person or via the zoom meeting address and/or
phone number. Interested persons will need to sign up via ZOOM to speak no later than 4:00 p.m. on March
14, 2024 at the link provided in the agenda posted at the link referenced above. Use the link above to sign
up for oral public comments. The link will direct you to directions to sign up for oral public comments.
This is not an opportunity for questions or discussion. Remarks will be limited to three minutes per person.
Written comments and documents may only be submitted prior to the hearing.
Environmental Determination
Pursuant to Title 21, Environmental Controls of the Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC), the lead
agency has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. A
Exhibit 9
Determination of Non -Significance was issued under Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 197-11-
340(2) on January 5, 2024. The appeal period for the determination ended January 19, 2024.
Staff Report and Inspection of Fite
A staff report will be available for inspection seven (7) calendar days before the hearing. The staff report
and other associated documents may be inspected by searching under "Current Agenda" at this web address:
www.snokanevalleywa. ovg /202/planniny-commission. If you have any questions, please contact Levi
Basinger, at (509) 720-5332 or Ibasineer@,spokanevallevwa.gov.
CPA-2024-0002 Notice of Public Hearing Page 2 of 2
Exhibit 10
Levi Basinaer
From: Polak, Chad M <Chad.M.Polak@p66.com>
Sent: Thursday, January 4, 2024 1:39 PM
To: Levi Basinger
Subject: FW: SEPA Determination for 2024 Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Attachments: SEPA Threshold Determination _CPA-24-01.pdf,SEPA Threshold
Determination_CPA-24-02.pdf; 2. SEPA CHECKLIST - CPA-2024-0001.pdf; 5. Proposed
Comp Plan.pdf, 2. SEPA CHECKLIST - CPA-2024-0002.pdf; 5. Proposed_CompPlan.pdf
[EXTERNAL] This email originated outside the City of Spokane Valley. Always use caution when opening attachments or
clicking links.
Good Afternoon Levi,
Based on the location, there is no impact to the YPL ROW and we do not have any questions.
Sincerely,
Chad M. Polak
Agent, Real Estate Services
0: (+1) 303.376.4363 1 M: (+1) 720.245.4683
3960 East 56"' Avenue I Commerce City, CO 80022
Phillips 66
From: Levi Basinger <Ibasinger@spokanevalleywa.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 4, 2024 2:16 PM
To: Bart Sistek <bart_sistek@comcast.com>; Brent Fisher (brent_fisher@comcast.com) <brent_fisher@comcast.com>;
Brian Jennings <BJennings@spokanetransit.com>; Carnhope Irrigation District No. 7 <Carnhope7@comcast.net>; Central
Valley School District #356 <jrowell@cvsd.org>; Centuryl-ink <Karen.Stoddard@centurylink.com>; Polak, Chad M
<Chad.M.Polak@p66.com>; Chad Riggs <criggs@spokanevalleywa.gov>; Chelsea Harris
(Chelsea. Harris@PARKS.WA.GOV) <Chelsea.Harris@PARKS.WA.GOV>; Christina Janssen
(Christi na.Janssen@avistacorp.com) <Christina.Janssen@avistacorp.com>; City of Liberty Lake
<LKey@libertylakewa.gov>; City of Spokane Tirrell Black <tblack@spokanecity.org>; Comcast
<Ryan_Engles@comcast.com>; Consolidated Irrigation District #19<consolidatedirrigation@comcast.net>; David Moore
(David.J.Moore@usace.army.mil) <David.J.Moore@usace.army.mil>; Davis, MarkJ. <Mark_Davis3@comcast.com>;
Deborah Johnson <SEPA.reviewteam@doh.wa.gov>; DJELLIS@spokanesheriff.org; East Spokane Water District #1
<distl@comcast.net>; East Valley School District 361 Transportation Office <transportation@evsd.org>; Gardner,
Spencer <sgardner@spokanecity.org>; Hallie Ladd (hallie.ladd@ecy.wa.gov) <hallie.ladd@ecy.wa.gov>; Henry Allen
<hallen@spokanevalleywa.gov>; Hutchinson Irrigation District<hutchinsonidl6@gwestoffice.net>; Inland Power & Light
<connien@inlandpower.com>; Irvin Water District <irvinwater@windwireless.net>; James Stuchell
(james_stuchell@comcast.com) <james_stuchell@comcast.com>; Jamie Short (jaime.short@ecy.wa.gov)
<jaime.short@ecy.wa.gov>; Jason Beesley(jbeesley@modernelectricwater.com)<jbeesley@modernelectricwater.com>;
Jazdzyk, Eric (Parks) <Eric.Jazdzyk@PARKS.WA.GOV>; Jenny Nickerson <jnickerson@spokanevalleywa.gov>; Jerremy
Clark <jclark@spokanevalleywa.gov>; jfields@verawaterandpower.com; jhall@spokanetransit.com; John Bottelli
<jbottelli@spokanevalleywa.gov>; Jordan, Dale J (Jess) NWS <Dale.J.Jordan@usace.army.mil>; Kelly Williquette
<kwilliquette@scwd3.org>; Lara Gricar <Lara.Gricar@Parks.wa.gov>; Louis Acosta <lacosta@spokanesheriff.org>; Lynn
Schmidt (Lyns461@ecy.wa.gov) <Lyns461@ecy.wa.gov>; Marty Long <mlong@scfd8.org>; Matt Fisher
(Matt.Fisher@ecy.wa.gov) <Matt.Fisher@ecy.wa.gov>; Model Irrigation District #18 (rickaneal@gmail.com)
<rickaneal@gmail.com>; Modern Electric Water Co. <transmittals@mewco.com>; Orchard Ave. Irrigation District
Exhibit 10
Spokane Tribe of Indians
Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
PO Box 100 Wellpinit WA 99040
January 8,2024
To: Levie Basinger, Planner
RE: File No. CPA-2024-01 and CPA-2024-02
Mr. Basinger,
Thank you for contacting the Tribe's Historic Preservation Office. We appreciate the
opportunity to provide a cultural consult for your project. The intent of this process is to
preserve and protect all cultural resources whenever protection is feasible.
This office has no concerns of the City issuing a (DNS) for the annual Amendments to
the comprehensive plan for CPA-2024-01 and CPA 2024-02 however once the request
has change from zoning to multifamily our archive research these two projects have a
high probability of encountering cultural resources within the proposed project area,
Recommendation: Archaeological survey for all ground disturbing activity and
Inadvertent Discovery plan implemented in the scope of work plan.
However, if any artifacts or human remains are found upon excavation activity this
office is to be notified and the immediate area cease.
Should additional information become available, or scope of work change our assessment
may be revised. Again, thank you for this opportunity to comment and consider this a
positive action that will assist us in protecting our shred heritage.
If questions arise, please contact me at (509) 258 — 4222.
Sincerely,
Randy Abrahamson
Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
Exhibit 10
Spokane County
PUBLIC WORKS
PROJECT COMMENT TRANSMITTAL
To Ibasinger@spokanevalleywa.gov
From: Dawn Dompier
Date: 01-16-2024
Planning Number
Name
Parent Parcels
Project Type
CPA-24-02
SEPA DETERMINATION FOR
55183.0723
SEPA
2024 COMP PLAN
AMENDMENT (VALLEY)
General Sanitary Sewer Links
• Sewer Plan Submittal: To submit a sewer plan for review, please follow this link: Sewer Plan Submittal
• If your project requires a sewer plan submittal, please refer to the requirements here:
o Development Plan Review Checklist
• Additional General Commercial Sewer information can be found here:
o General Commercial Sewer Info I Water Usage Estimate Form
o Sewer Planning and Design webpage: Sewer Planning & Design
Pretreatment
• IF GREASE PRODUCING STATUS IS NOT KNOWN:
o Pretreatment review is required foryour business or project. Please complete and return the
"Commercial Pretreatment Questionnaire" located at: www.spokanecounty.org/FOG. Additionally,
pretreatment requirements under our Industrial Pretreatment Program may apply to your business or
project, for more information, please visit: www.spokanecounty.org/IPP.
• IF FACILITY IS ALREADY KNOWN TO NEED GREASE CONTROL (FOOD SERVICE ONLY):
o Pretreatment review is required for your business or project. Please complete the "GCD Sizing &
Permitting Checklist," located at: www.spokanecounty.org/FOG and email to:
ESPretreatment@sPokanecounty.org. Additionally, pretreatment requirements under our Industrial
Pretreatment Program may apply to your business or project, for more information, please visit:
www.spokanecounty.orp/IPP.
• IF FACILITY IS ALREADY KNOWN TO NEED GREASE CONTROL (OIL -WATER SEPARATORS ONLY):
o Pretreatment review is required for your business or project. Please visit www.spokanecounty.org/FOG
to download the "OWS Sizing" and "OWS Fact Sheet' for guidance on oil -water separators. Additionally,
pretreatment requirements under our Industrial Pretreatment Program may apply to your business or
project, for more information, please visit: www.sookanecounty.org/IPP
PROJECT -SPECIFIC COMMENTS START ON PAGE 2
Exhibit 10
The Spokane County Public Works Wastewater
FA01
System Division has no objection to the finalization oTfNo
comment to the SEPA Determination
the above mentioned project.
Exhibit 10
The Spokane County Public Works Wastewater
FA01
System Division has no objection to the finalization of
No comment for SEPA Determination
the above mentioned project.
Exhibit 11
February 27, 2024
City of Spokane Valley
Attn: Levi Basinger
Planning Department
10210 E Sprague Avenue
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Re: Request for Information — CPA-2024-01
Dear Mr. Basinger:
My name is Dennis Crapo, and I own property on 17028 E. Riverside Lane, directly across the
street from the proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Zone Change application on
17103 E. Main Avenue, located northeast of the intersection of Flora Road and Main Avenue.
My property will be adversely impacted by the proposed change, and I am writing in opposition
to this project.
I hereby authorize Whipple Consulting Engineers to act on my behalf in opposition to the
proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Zone Change and request that the City of
Spokane Valley provide WCE with the project file.
If you have any questions or comments regarding this letter, please feel free to contact Whipple
Consulting Engineers at (509) 893-2617.
Thank you,
Dennis Crapo
Manager, 920 Evergreen, LLC
Exhibit 11
Levi Basinger
From:
Stewart Bowmer <stewartbowmer@gmail.com>
Sent:
Sunday, March 3, 2024 8:22 PM
To:
Council Meeting Public Comment
Cc:
Levi Basinger
Subject:
March 14th 6 PM public hearing
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clicking links.
March 14th 6 PM Public Hearing
Change of single family to corridor mix use on Main Street in Spokane Valley at the corner of Main/Flora.
I have lived in Spokane Valley since 1978 and have witnessed it's growth.
Mywife and I whole heartedly disagree with changing the zoning.
1. Spokane Valley Council has zero foresight in how growth is planned out. Huge apartment complexes
keep popping up without any consideration to reduce traffic flow and volume, but to increase it.
2. Zero designs to incorporate housing, establishments such as bakeries, small grocery stores, etc to
encourage walking to enjoythese establishments. Create these designs.
3. Rezoning this property is just the Councils continuing encroachment into single family neighborhoods.
Plenty of empty lots in the current corridor for more mix use planning. No need to change another piece
of property.
Support, encourage, and add conditions to create great multi use developments like Greenstone has
done and quit the disfunctuional vision of the City Council.
Ever sense the Valley split off from Spokane City it has become an area of sprawl and zero foresight to
create neighborhoods that people can walk, commune, come together socially within walking distance
from their homes.
Sincerely
Stewart and MaryMargaret Bowmer
Spokane Valley
Exhibit 11
/WCE.
Whipple Consulting Engineers
21 S. Pines Rd. Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Ph 509-893-2617 Fax 509-926-0227
TRANSMITTAL
COMPANY:
City of Spokane Valley
DATE:
3-5-2024
DELIVERY TYPE:
In Person
ATTENTION:
Levi Basinger
FROM:
Todd R. Whipple, P.E.
PROJECT No.:
3713
1 REGARDING:
CPA-2024-02
TRANSMITTAL OF:
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Exhibit 11
AWCE
March 5, 2024 Whipple Consulting Engineers, Inc.
WCE No. 2024-3713
Office of the Hearing Examiner
City of Spokane Valley
10210 East Sprague Avenue
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Attn: Hearing Examiner
Re: Letter to Hearing Examiner
Opposition to CPA-2024-02
Dear Mr. Hearing Examiner:
On behalf of our client, 920 Evergreen, LLC, this letter formally requests denial of the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA-2024-02.
CPA-2024-02 requests a Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezone from the Single -Family
Residential designation and R-3 Zone to the Corridor Mixed Use designation and zone. This
change as proposed would cause damage to the existing single-family residential neighborhood
and surrounding area. The project site is located on 17103 E. Main Avenue, on parcel number
55183.0723, which is adjacent to existing single-family residences to the north, east and west.
South of the property is undeveloped CMU land. CMU Zoned land exists south of the site but is
predominantly used as single-family residential or vacant land within 250 feet of the project site
WCE worked on a previous Comprehensive Plan Change, CPA-2018-0003 that had similar
characteristics to the subject property due to its location adjacent to existing CMU Zoned
property. WCE questions why the City of Spokane Valley would approve a similar CPA
application to CPA-2018-0003 at this time.
The following items of the staff report for CPA-2018-0003 are similar in nature to CPA-2024-
02; however, where the City of Spokane Valley previously had recommended denial, it is now
recommending approval.
Implications:
The rezone of the site to CMU would allow a broader range of uses to include light
manufacturing, retail, office and multi family uses. Any change in the land use designation to
the parcel would have implications for existing uses. Impacts to the property and surrounding
properties are likely to occur whenever the current undeveloped use transitions to a use other
than a vacant undeveloped lot. Impacts associated with commercial or light manufacturing are
generally more intense than impacts caused by single family residential development. If
redevelopment to a commercial or light manufacturing use were to occur, the adjacent
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Phone 509-893-2617 • Fax 509-926-0227 • WhippleCE.com • Info@WhippleCE.com
Civil, Structural, Traffic, Survey, Landscape Architecture and Entitlements
Exhibit 11
Letter recommending denial of CPA-2024-02
March 5, 2024
Page 2 of 7
residential uses could experience impacts. Impacts may include greater lot building coverage,
greater building heights, and increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic into and out of the site.
Transitional building height and setbacks, screening, and landscaping mould reduce the impacts
to adjacent residential p•operlies.
The CMU is intended to allow for light manufacturing, retail, multi family, and offices along
major transportation corridors. CMU recognizes the historical loiv-intensity, auto -dependent
commercial development patterns. It is primarily used along Sprague Avenue and the north -
south arterials.
Nonresidential development in the CMU zone adjacent to a residential use is subject to
transitional setback requirements intended to reduce the impact to the residential uses and the
neighborhood. A maximuan building height is not established in the CMU, bill is limited by the
transitional requirements. For any development in the CMUzone that is adjacent to an R-1, R-
2, or R-3 zone, a minimums ground level setback of 10 feet is required. Starting at a height of 15
feel the building must be setback at a ratio of one foot for every foot of height. Open space and
landscaping, pedestrian pathways, and outdoor recreation areas accessory to the permitted use
are the only uses permitted within the ground level setback in the CMU. Additionally, parking or
drive aisles would require screening, loading areas would be prohibited within 30 feet of the
residential zone, and mechanical equipment, building vents, and exhaust within transitional
setback areas would require screening. All outdoor lighting in the transitional setbacks would
be shielded and limited to 16 feet in height. Landscaping, parking, and on -site treatment of
stornnvater would also be required consistent with the development regulations.
a. Findings:
SVMC 17.80.140(H). Comprehensive Plan Amendment Approval Criteria
i. The City may approve Comprehensive Plan amendments and area -wide zone map
amendments if it finds that:
(1) The proposed amendment bears a substantial relationship to the public health, safety,
welfare, and proteclion of the environment;
Analysis: Land use and the regulation of land uses are inherently related to the public health,
safety, welfare and protection of the environment. Community infrastructure is designed and
built in response to the development ofproperty which in turn is dictated by the land uses that
are permitted through the comprehensive plan and zoning regulations. All services are available
a• will be required to serve the site as development occurs.
The City is required by the GMA to identify and protect Critical Areas. Critical Areas include
Frequently Flooded Areas, Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas, Fish and Wildlife Habitat
Conservation Areas, Geologically Hazardous Areas, and Wetlands. The majority of the site is
located within a f oodplain. A Type F stream is located north of the site in the railroad right-of-
way and will require buffering for protection. The soil on the site is classified as an alluvium
soil made up of finely granulated silt and clay deposits front water flow. Alluvium soils are
generally loosely consolidated and hold moisture. Any development on the site would require
compliance with Title 21 SVMC Environmental Controls.
(2) The proposed amendment is consistent with the requirements of Chapter 36.70A RCW
and with the portion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the ansendrnent;
Exhibit 11
Letter recommending denial of CPA-2024-02
March 5, 2024
Page 3 of 7
Analysis: The Growth Management Act (GMA) adopts thirteen goals to guide the development
of local comprehensive plans and development regulations and sets forth various requirements.
The request generally does not conflict with the goals. The t•equesl allows development in urban
areas where adequate public facilities and services are available. Environmental regulations
ensure that critical areas are adequately protected while balancing the land owners right to
develop the property. With regard to the pm9ion of the City's adopted plan not affected by the
amendment, the request is not consistent with the intent of the CMU land use designation as set
forth in the Comprehensive Plan and discussed in Section C.2.
(3) The proposed amendment responds to a substantial change in conditions beyond the
property owner's control applicable to the area within which the subject properq+ lies;
Analysis: The subject property was created through a short subdivision process that was
completed in 2012. Prior- to the subdivision in 2012 the site was unplatted property and existed
in its nanu•al state. Single family honnes have been built adjacent to the site as part of that shot?
subdivision. The properties located west and south of the site in the Forest Meadows
neighborhood were subdivided and developed with single family hones in the late 1970's and
eas•ly 1980's.
The Union Pacific Raih•oad right-of-way is located along the northeast boundary of the
property. The right -of --way is 150 feet wide along the boundivy and contains a railroad !rack
bed and a set of tracks. Chester Creek flows along the southwest side of the tracks within the
railroad right-of-way and is confined to a banked channel.
A self-service storage facility is located northwest of the site side on the opposite side of the
ralh•oad right-of-way. The storage facility was permitted and constructed in the mid to late
2000's. The gas station and convenience store located east of the site at the southeast corner- of
Dishman Mica Rd. and Bowdish Rd. was constructed in the mid 1990's.
The zoning of the subject property was changed from agricultural to single family at the time of
the Forest Meadows 2nd Addition subdivision in the early 1980's. It has remained as a single
family zone since that lime.
The connnercially zoned properties located northeast of the site have undergone several zone
changes since incoiporalion in 2003. The property was zoned B-2 under the City's interim
zoning, Connnunity Conimer•cial (C) ft•oni 2007 to 2016 and Co,-Hdor Mixed Use from 2016 to
present.
The amendment does not respond to any substantial changes since the 2016 Comprehensive Plan
Update. Groivth has been continuous in the area with the Union Pacific Raihoad right-of-way
being a dividing line between residential and conuttet•cial land use designations.
(4) The proposed antendnienl corrects an obvious mapping error; oi•
Analysis: The proposed amendment does not respond to a snapping error and would not
coirecl any error•.
(5) The proposed amendment addresses an identified deficiency in the Comprehensive Plan.
Analysis: Behveen 2007 and 2016, coninier•cial square footage in Spokane Valley increased
roughly 700, 000 square feet. The vacancy rate for office buildings in Spokane Valley has been
much higher and more volatile than the countywide vacancy rate for• office property. High
vacancy indicates there may be an ovei•suupply of office space in Spokane Valley. Spokane Valley
has 4,349 acres of conunei•cial and industrial land capacity, with the greatest concentration in
its industHal designation. There is a higher portion of vacant land across these designations
compared to residential designations. General commercial land use makes up 18.2% of the
City's land use. The proposed aniendinent does not address a deficiency in the Comprehensive
Exhibit 11
Letter recommending denial of CPA-2024-02
March 5, 2024
Page 4 of 7
Plan. A thorough analysis of land use quantity and needs was completed during the City's 2016
legislative update to the Comprehensive Plan. Deficiencies in the plan were addressed as part of
the update and land use changes were implemented in the area that addressed those deficiencies.
There is adequate commercial and industrial property to accommodate fixture growth.
ii. The City must also consider the following factors prior to approving Comprehensive
Plan arnendnrents:
(1) The effect upon the physical environment;
Analysis: The change inland use would allow a more intense development of the property.
The CMU designation is the most versatile of the conmrercial/mixed use designations and
permits a wide range of uses. The uses range fionr light manufacturing to single-family
dwellings. If commercial development occurs the site will transition from open field ofgrasses,
frees and shrubs to asphalt parking areas, storm water treatment areas and buildings with
commercial landscaping. The maximum building height in the CMUzone is regulated through
the application of transitional setbacks and would be limited by the proximity of the surrounding
residential uses. A residential density standard does not exist in the CMU zone and nndti family
development would be limited by the physical factors imposed by the site.
(2) The effect on open space, streams, rivers, and lakes;
Analysis: The site is currently dedicated and utilized as a drainage easement for the slormwater
associated with Sundown Drive. The site is undeveloped and covered with grasses, shrubs, and
frees. It is a low lying area adjacent to Chester Creek and parr of the Chester Creek f oodplain.
The lerrain associated with the single-family lots located south of the site was raised to lift them
and remove then from the foodplain area. Any development that would occur on the site would
require compliance with the Title 21 SVMC Environmental Controls to limit the impact to both
the foodplain and to the riparian area along Chester Creek. Modifications to lhe,/loodplain can
be undertaken through a Map Revision process with FEMA.
Chester Greek is considered a t)pe "F" Stream in the location of the proposed CPA. The stream
will require the necessary buffers and protections outlined in SVMC 21.40.032.
(3) The compatibility with and impact on adjacent land uses and surrounding
neighborhoods;
Analysis: The areas south and west of the site are residential neighborhoods comprised ofsingle
family homes. The density of the homes ranges from one single family home per acre to fou-
single family hwnes per acre. The lot sizes are generally between 10,000 and 40,000 square
feet.
The proposed change to CMU would allow multi family development and a wide range of
commercial and light industrial uses to occur on the property. The CMU is intended to provide
for these uses along major transportation corridors, recognizing the historical low -intensity,
auto -dependent commercial development patterns. The CMU zone has no density limit, height
limit or lot coverage maxinuunus. Development consistent with the CMU standards could be
significantly different in character- and scale fr•onr the low density residential uses.
The neighborhood is separated from the CMU land uses along Dishrnan Mica Road by the
Union Pacific Railroad right-of-way and tracks. The SFR land use is the only use located south
and west of the railroad right-of-way in this area. The raih•oad right-of-way serves as an
organic boundaty separating the SFR land use fr•orn the CMU land rise along Dishnran Mica
Road.
The change would not be compatible with the low -density single family residential neighborhood
that exists adjacent to the site.
Exhibit 11
Letter recommending denial of CPA-2024-02
March 5, 2024
Page 5 of 7
(4) The adequacy of and impact on connnunity facilities including utilities, roads, public
transportation, parks, recreation, and schools;
Analysis: The City of Spokane Valley addresses adequacy of conununily facilities on a cit)nvide
basis through capital facilities planning. Policy CFP-9.1 of the Comprehensive Plan
recommends a concurrency nuanagenrent system for transportation, server, and water facilities.
SVMC 22.20 requires concurrency review when an application is submitted. Future
development projects will be evaluated 10 determine if the impacts of the development will heel
the Level of Service sel forth in the Comprehensive Plan. At the time of development, at -
redevelopment, an additional SEPA review may be required to evaluate the impacts of the use(s)
and proposed structure(s) on the physical environment and transportation.
A Trip Generation and Distribution Letter was submitted as part of the application that
contemplated the highest intensity of uses for the site. The information was reviewed by the
City's Senior Traffic Engineer. It was determined that the higher density would account for an
estimated 845 new trips throughout a typical day over the lower densityresidential use. During
the peak homy there would be an expected additional 14 new a. in. peak hour- trips and 56 new
p.rn. peak hour- tips. In reviewing the City's 2040 Comprehensive Plan haft model at the
Dishman Mica and Bowdish Road intersection, the Level ofServiee (LOS) calculations indicate
that the intersection will operate at a LOC C during the pm peak period. Adding the newpin
peak hour tips that would be generated for this land use to the model continues to give a LOS C.
By granting the change to CMU, a delay of about 3.5 seconds on average would be added to
every vehicle using the intersection. It was determined that there is adequate transportation
infrastructure to meet transportation concurrency.
The site is located within the service area for Spokane County Water District #3 and is currently
served with water. Spokane County Environmental Services serves the site with sewer.
(5) The benefit to the neighborhood, City, and region;
Analysis: The City of Spokane Valley updated their- Comprehensive Plan in 2016 with
considerable public outreach. Analysis and public input will? regard to the land use needs and
requirements of the Ponderosa neighborhood, Dishman Mica corridor, and the City were
considered at that lime. Appropriate changes in land use designations and zoning were
undertaken at that time to address any needs or deficiencies identified in the update process.
(6) The quantity and location of land planned for the proposed land use type and density
and the detnand for such land;
Analysis: The Comprehensive Plan undenvent a periodic, legislative update in 2016. The 2016
update relied on information in the Existing Conditions Report and the Retail Improvement
Strategy to inform the need and location of commercial and mixed use land uses. As pat of the
2016 update, CMU land use was designated along the Dishman Mica corridor in the vicinity of
the proposed amendment. The Comprehensive Plan has identified 1,073 net developable acres
of land within the City that are available in the CMUzone. In the south Dishman Mica area,
near the proposed amendment site, there is over 24 acres of undeveloped CMU zoned property.
(7) The current and projeeled population density in file area; and
Analysis: Spokane Valley has experienced steady, but modest population growth since its
incorporation, growing at a rate of about I % per year. The City's estimated 2016 population
was 94,160 according to the Washington State Office of Financial Management (OFM), making
Spokane Valley the ninth -largest city in Washington. The County's current population
allocation assumptions anticipate Spokane Valley's modest growth pattern to continue, resulting
Exhibit 11
Letter recommending denial of CPA-2024-02
March 5, 2024
Page 6 of 7
in a 2037 population of 109,913 in Spokane Valley. According to the COSY Retail Improvement
Strategy Report the population density for this area ranges front 21-50 people per ten acres in
the vicinity of the site to 11-20 people per ten acres south of the site. Northeast of Dishman Mica
Road the population density is »rare than 50 people per 10 acres. If the 5.86 acre site was to
develop at a density of 22 duelling units per acre then an additional 128 chvelling units might be
expected. However, it is assumed that the site characteristics will lin» t the number ofelivelling
units to below the maxirnunr density. Light manufacturing, office or retail development would
not add to the population density. The development of the property will not have a significant
impact on the population density.
(8) The effect upon other aspects of the Comprehensive Plan.
Analysis: Overall the amendment would have no substantive effect on other aspects of the
Comprehensive Plan.
Conclusion(s):
For the reasons outlined above the proposed amendment is not consistent with SVMC
17.80.140(H).
2. Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan
Findings: The 2016 Comprehensive Plan was informed by the 2015 Housing and Economic and
Transportation System Existing Conditions report, the Retail Improvement Strategy Repot, and
the Touuristn Strategy Report. The City conducted in-depth analysis of the land use needs as part
of the update. The Existing Conditions Housing and Economic Trends report provided an in-
depth analysis of the existing conditions which include population and demographics, housing,
land base, and economic and development trends. The report also analyzed the zoning issues for
multi family, mixed use, office and neighborhood The Retail Improvement Strategy completed
a Trade Area Analysis and Retail Trade Capture Assessment and developed a retail strategy and
action plan. Changes made to the land :use during the 2016 update are in consonance with that
analysis and the comprehensive plan goals, policies, and strategies.
The area south and west of the proposed amendment site is entirely low density SFR land use.
The neighborhood is separated from the CMU land uses along Dishtnan Mica Road by the.
Union Pacific Railroad right-of-way and tracks. The SFR land use is the only use located south
and west of the railroad right-of-way in this area. The railroad right-of-way serves as an
organic boundary separating the SFR land use from the CMU land use along Dishuan Mica
Road. Designating CMU land use southwest of the railroad right-of-way, adjacent to the SFR
land use is not consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
The 2016 update included changes to the CMU land uses in the vicinity of the proposed
amendment. Those changes were deemed adequate io provide the CMU land use needs at the
time of the update. Additional change to the CMU land use in this area is not consistent with the
2016 Comprehensive Plan.
Conclusion(s):
The 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update was developed with considerable public input and an in-
depth, focused analysis of land use quantities and deficiencies. The 2016 update responded to
the identified deficiencies with considerable land use changes in the Dishnran Mica corridor.
Those changes were deemed sufficient to address land use needs for the foreseeable future.
Additional CMUproperly is not necessary.
3. Adequate Public Facilities
a. Findings:
Exhibit 11
Letter recommending denial of CPA-2024-02
March 5, 2024
Page 7 of 7
The Growth Management AG (GMA) and the City's Comprehensive Plan requires that public
facilities and services be adequate to serve the development at the time the development is
available.for occupancy.
The area is currently served with adequate transportation, water, and sewer facilities. (See
section d above)
b. Conclusion(s):
The proposed amendment will have adequate urban services at the time of development.
F CONCLUSION:
For the reasons set forth in Section C (1 and 2) the proposed amendment to change the land use
designation from SFR to CMU is not consistent with the requirements of the SVMC 17.80.1 40(H)
and the Comprehensive Plan.
If you have any questions or comments regarding this letter, please feel free to contact me at
(509)893-2617.
Sincer ly,
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Todd R. Whipple, P.E.
Whipple Consulting Engineers, Inc.
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CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
Request for Planning Commission Action
Meeting Date: March 14, 2024
Item: Check all that apply ❑ old business
❑ information
FILE NUMBER: STV-2024-0001
❑ new business ❑ public hearing
® study session ❑ pending legislation
AGENDA ITEM TITLE: Study session for STV-2024-0001
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL: Privately initiated street vacation request to vacate the south
60' X 80' of Girard Road and the south 60' X 95' of Lily Road lying north of I-90 and south of
Boone Avenue.
GOVERNING LEGISLATION: Chapter 22.140 Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC);
RCW 35A.47.020 and chapter 35.79 RCW
BACKGROUND:
James Boone, LLC has requested the street vacation of Lily and Girard as described above to
expand the operation area for the existing Landscape Materials business. The adjacent property
owner Avodah, LLC has also signed the application, authorizing James Boone, LLC to represent
their interests. James Boone, LLC and Avodah, LLC own the adjacent property to the ROW
requested to be vacated.
The Lily right-of-way proposed to be vacated is adjacent to parcels 35131.1182, 35131.1163, (owned by
James Boone, LLC) 35131.1116 and 35131.1117 (owned by Avodah, LLC). The Girard right-of-way
proposed to be vacated is adjacent to parcels 35131.1145, 35131.1170, 35131.1171, and 35131.1193
(owned by James Boone, LLC). The right-of-way is paved, but does not have curb, gutter, or sidewalk.
The total area is approximately 10,502 square feet.
On February 27, 2024, the City Council passed Resolution 24-004 to set a public hearing date
with the Planning Commission on March 28, 2024. The street vacation process is prescribed in
chapter 22.140 SVMC. Staff will discuss the project and the process at the March 14t1i meeting.
RECOMMENDED ACTION OR MOTION: No action recommended at this time. The
Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing and consider the street vacation on March
28a'.
STAFF CONTACT: Lori Barlow, AICP, Senior Planner
ATTACHMENTS: PowerPoint presentation
RPCA Study Session for STV-2024-0001 Page 1 of 1
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