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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZON2013-00009 UDC CONSISTENCY REVIEW Project Planner: Master#MLA13-00042 Review Type Project Description ZON13-00009 V COMP PLAN AMENDMENT Primary: UNDEFINED PROPERTY Site Address: WA, Project Location: Parcel Number: 000000260 S-T-R: -- Total Acreage Legal Description UNDEFINED Land Use: 4590 Flood District: Fire District: Planning Area: Flood Map(FIRM)Panel No: •chool D Zoning: COMP PLAN DESIGNATION: COMMUNITY PLAN: UGA: UGA Trans [ ] Plot plan states "property line" [ ] Assessor's Map(Property lines on submitted plot plan must match the property lines as identified on the Assessor's 1/4 map) [ ] Legal Access to Property YES NO [ ] Parcel Tags or Scanned Documents YES NO [ ] ESA's: Special Reports Nearby YES NO [ ] Designated Ag YES NO [ ] Shoreline Designation: YES NO [ ] Shoreline Slope Stability: YES NO Stream Type:YES NO Fish& Wildlife:YES NO Wetlands: YES NO Rare Plants:YES NO Seismic: YES NO _ Landslide: YES NO Flood: YES NO Erosion: YES NO Aquifer Recharge Area:YES NO SIPZ: none At Risk High Risk Coastal CMZ: none High Risk Moderate RiskDisconnected CMZ Stormwater site plan submitted: YesNo [ ] Forest Lands: YES NO Adjoining Forest Lands: Commercial/ Rural/ Inholding [ ] Mineral Lands: YES NO [ ] Agricultural Lands: YES NO [ ] Stormwater: New Impervious Surface Land Disturbing Activity ESA's Stormwater Req's:Min Req#2 Min Req#1 thru#5 Min Req#1 thru#10 Engineering [ ] Notice Provisions/Disclosure:Airport YES NO MRL YES NO Forest Lands YES NO [ ] Landscaping Required: Yes No [ ] Parking Spaces Required NO 2 Other f 1 Building Height: 35' UBC Standard [ ] Impervious Surface coverage percentage: Resource Lands&Public: 10% Rural Residential: 25% Rural Industrial: Per UDC Sec 6.7 Rural Commercial: 60% Area of Building Coverage:60%in Rural Industrial Lands only [ ] Total Building (s) Size: RVC:20,000 SF CC:5,000 SF NC:7,500 SF GC: 10,000 SF All others:subject to septic&water constraints/None specified [ ] Setbacks: Front: Left Side: Right Side: Rear: Shoreline Setback: LSHA Setback: [ ] Road Classification: Road Approach: EXISTING NOT REQ'D RAP [ ] SEPA Required: YES EXEMPT [ ] Flood Certificate: [ ] Existing Case(s)&Condition(s): Violations: Yes No [ ] Recorded Date of Subdivision: AFN Over 5yrs=UDC Plat Conditions: <5yrs=Plat Conditions on plat or Old Ordinance [ ] Lots/Require Declaration of Restrictive Covenant YES NO, submitted: YES NO [ ] UGA No Protest Agreement YES NO, submitted: YES NO [ ] Site Visit conducted YES NO [ ] Require Final Zoning Approval YES NO [ ] ADMIN: Setbacks entered in Permit Plan case N/A YES New Parcel Tags entered in Permit Plan N/A YES Special Reports Scanned N/A YES INo parcel tags found for parcel Associated CASES status issued finaled description 000000260 COM09-00187 F 12/29/2009 Illegal dump deep in off of Penny Creek Rd,Quilcene PRJ09-00225 F Illegal dump deep in off of Penny Creek Rd,Quilcene V1O09-00074 FIN 10/20/2010 Illegal dump off of Penny Creek Rd COM10-00138 F 10/20/2010 COM11-00009 FIN 3/17/2011 Derelict boat on beach COM11-00040 F 3/30/2011 Solid Waste complaint COM11-00060 F 5/13/2011 COM 11-00095 F 8/2/2011 COM11-00108 P COM11-00110 F 8/6/2012 COM11-00166 FIN 11/28/2011 Illegal dump COM12-00023 F 7/6/2012 FISHERMAN'S HARBOR COMMUNITY DOCK-COYLE COM12-00108 F 9/11/2012 SOLID WASTE COM12-00132 CLS 10/18/2012 SW--Couch dumped MLA07-00066 ZON07-00014 C Suggested Comp Plan Amendment-Side by side comparison between UDC and Comprehensive Plan. MLA07-00067 ZON07-00015 C Suggested Comprehensive Plan Amendment- "to propose a change to the comp plan necessary to improve the consistency of intergovernmental planning. MLA07-00102 ZON07-00027 C Suggested Unified Development Code Amendment-The proposed UDC amendment to JCC 18.20.240(1)would prohibit mining activities in the RR 1:5 zoning designation. BoCC did not include on Final Docket MLA07-00104 ZON07-00025 F 11/9/2012 Suggested Comprehensive Plan Amendment-Execute the provisions of the Growth Management Act under RCW 36.70.A.367. This will provide additional employment opportunities for citizens. MLA07-00464 BLD07-00444 F 3/4/2008 12/27/2011 Stormwater Management for the Railroad Connector portion of Segment 3 of the Larry Scott Memorial Trail. MLA08-00098 ZON08-00028 C SUGGESTED COMP PLAN/UDC AMENDMENT MLA08-00099 ZON08-00029 C SUGGESTED COMP PLAN/UDC AMENDMENT--THE PROPOSAL IS TO MOVE DENSITY CHANGES WITHIN A ZONE FROM THE COMP PLAN TO THE UDC,THIS WILL RESULT IN MORE PROMT DECISIONS AND RELIEVE THE STAFF AND PLANNING COMMISSION OF HAVING TO MEET THE ANNUAL COMP PLAN CYCLE. MLA08-00100 ZON08-00030 C SUGGESTED UDC AMENDMENT—THE PROPOSAL IS TO AMEND THE WORDING IN THE JCC FOR BUFFERS FOR MINING IN ORDER TO MAKE THEM COMPLETE AND EFFECTIVE. BoCC did not include on Final Docket. MLA08-00106 ZON08-00036 C Suggested UDC Amendment Regarding Sawmills-to allow in RR1:10 and 1:20. BoCC did not include in Final Docket. MLA08-00138 SDP08-00011 A 3/18/2008 Streamlined Fish Habitat Enhancement Project-Duckabush Robinson Road Levee Removal MLA08-00222 ZON08-00091 F 11/9/2012 UDC AMENDMENT-SIGNS MLA08-00257 ZON08-00064 F 7/2/2012 UDC Amendment-to allow the siting of Sexually Oriented Businesses within specific areas of Jefferson County. This is a non-project action under WAC 197-11-704(ii)which is, "the adoption or amendment of comprehensive land use plans or zoning ordinances." This amendment process is utilizing the optional DNS process under WAC 197-11-355. MLA08-00347 SDP08-00051 A 8/18/2008 Shoreline Exemption Fish Enhancement Project-Alder Creek Side Channel Pilot Project-Upper Quinault River. Engineered logjam construction project in the Quinault River system intended to commence salmon habitat restoration and floodplain reforestation in the Upper Quinault River. MLA08-00389 ZON08-00080 F 1/5/2009 4/8/2009 UDC Amendment-removing specific identification of locations from Industrial Zoning references and changes reflecting the redisignation of the Center Valley Resource Based Industrial Zone to Light Industrial MLA08-00475 ZON08-00102 P SMP update MLA09-00024 ZON09-00021 F 11/9/2012 WWGMHB Compliance Port Hadlock UGA;Jefferson County DCD MLA09-00031 SDP09-00010 A 2/24/2009 SR 104 Hood Canal bridge transient barge mooring for retrofit and replacement project. MLA09-00206 SDP09-00044 A 5/17/2010 Install 7 marker buoys in Mystery Bay to delineate the state park boundary and the voluntary no anchor shellfish protection zone in accordance with the Mystery Bay Management Plan,2010. The purpose of the Management Plan and hence the marker buoys is to manage transient vessel moorage so that commercial shellfish resources will not be closed to harvest by Washington Department of Health. The marker buoys will limit the number of vessels anchoring in Mystery Bay except at the State Park. 5 of the 7 marker buoys will mark the voluntary no anchor shellfish protection zone and direct transient vessels to moor at Mystery Bay State Park, 10-acre Marine Park. 2 of the 7 buoys will mark the seaward boundary of Mystery Bay State Park and display the State Park logo and text"State Park Boundary". Each marker buoy will utilize a galvanized screw anchor,66" L x 1"shaft with an 8"helix. Poly-line will be attached to each anchor with two shackles and thimble and will lead to a midline float. Above the float is a shackle,swivel shackle and thimble attached to poly-line and leading to the buoy where it is attached another thimble and shackle. There is a 5-oz weight on the line between the midline float and buoy to prevent the line from floating on the surface at anytime. The marker buoys are 75" can-style 9" diameter high impact polyethylene cylinders manufactured for this purpose. Locations are 48.0568/ -122.6998;48.0558/-122.69999;48.05675/-122.69666; 48.05654/ -122.69528;48.05625/-122.6945;48.05555/-122/6951; 48.0547/-122.6925. MLA09-00392 PRJ09-00205 P ZON09-00132 A 9/7/2010 Sahara Water System: This proposal extends the Quimper Water System to provide water service to existing homes on wells affected by low yields and have water quality issues. The proposal extends an existing 8"PVC C900 waterline south approximately 1800 LF and appurtenances.A portion of the proposal lies within shoreline jurisdiction. The Shoreline Master Program identifies utilities as a Shoreline Conditional Use within the Conservancy shoreline designation. The Unified Development Code identifies water pipelines as minor utilities requiring a Conditional Administrative use permit.The proposal is exempt for State Environmental Policy Act(SEPA)under WAC 197-11(23). A geotechnical report and a site investigation report for critical areas were submitted for the proposal. The Department of Ecology,US Army Corp of Engineers, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife,the Washington State Department of Health will have the opportunity to comment and determine whether permitting is required through their departments. MLA10-00414 ZON10-00084 P WATER SYSTEM PLAN FOR PUD#1 MLA 12-00169 ZON12-00022 F 9/19/2012 9/19/2012 Code Interpretation for collocation of antennas on existing cell tower in rural residential zoning district. MLA 12-00226 ZON12-00028 P UDC AMENDMENT TO JCC 18.30.150& 18.18.100 SIGN CODE MLA13-00042 ZON 13-00009 P COMP PLAN AMENDMENT PRE08-00019 F 4/15/2008 The proposal is for an extension of a public water line along an existing abandoned railroad grade.The water line is approximately 8" in diameter and 3 to 6,000 linear feet in length with attached fire hydrants. PRE08-00047 M 1/22/2009 Pre application for Hoh river erosion site#2 CASE SUMMARY FOR ZON13-00009 Printed June 11, 2014 Applicant: UNDEFINED PROPERTY Status: W Project Description: COMP PLAN AMENDMENT: West End zoning proposal. Initiated and withdrawn by the Planning Commission. Parcel Number: 000000260 S-T-R: -- Site Address: WA, ACTIVITIES: Description Activity Notes Sianed Off App Substantially Complete-U Env. Sensitive Area Review-U Consistency Review-U A Clock Interrupt Additional Info Request-DRD Planning Commission acted on May 1, 2013 to put this application on HOLD pending further outreach at the West End to determine appropriate possible Comp Plan Amendments Application Withdrawn Planning Commission acted on May 1, 2013 to put this application on 3/1/2013 HOLD pending further outreach at the West End to determine appropriate possible Comp Plan Amendment in future. will reapply as appropriate or include in Periodic Assessment. SLH Case Entered 3/4/2013 CONDITIONS: No conditions found for this case. CASE NOTES: No notes found for this case. PARCEL TAGS: No parcel tags found for this parcel. ASSOCIATED CASES: Cases in Project# Cases for Parcel#000000260 Cases with Master# MLA13-00042 and Review Type ZON13-00009 BLD07-00444 ZON13-00009 V ZON 13-00009 CAM 14-00184 COM09-00187 COM10-00138 COM 11-00009 COM 11-00040 COM 11-00060 COM 11-00095 COM11-00108 COM 11-00110 COM11-00166 COM 12-00023 COM12-00108 COM 12-00132 COM 13-00050 COM 13-00128 COM13-00135 COM13-00159 COM13-00202 PRE08-00019 PRE08-00047 PRJ09-00205 PRJ09-00225 SDP08-00011 SDP08-00051 SDP09-00010 SDP09-00044 V1O09-00074 ZON07-00014 ZON07-00015 ZON07-00025 ZON07-00027 ZON08-00028 ZON08-00029 ZON08-00030 ZON08-00036 ZON08-00064 ZON08-00080 ZON08-00091 ZON08-00102 ZON09-00021 ZON09-00132 ZON 10-00084 ZON 12-00022 ZON 12-00028 ZON 13-00009 \\tidemark\data\forms\F_MLT_Case_Summary.rpt June 11,2014 Regular Agenda JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA REQUEST TO: Board of County Commissioners Philip Morley, County Administrator FROM: Carl Smith,Director,Department of Community Development Stacie Hoskins,Planning Manager,DCD DATE: June 3,2013 SUBJECT: Deliberation and Decision regarding Establishment of the Final docket for the 2013 Comprehensive Amendment Cycle STATEMENT OF ISSUE: Pursuant to Chapter 18.45.060(4)(b)of the Unified Development Code (UDC), Title 18 of the Jefferson County Code(JCC), a preliminary docket was not required this year as Jefferson County received only two site-specific Comprehensive Plan Amendments. A suggested amendment for increasing density allowances in Jefferson County's West End was initiated by the Planning Commission and subsequently unanimously decided to be put on hold to allow for an action plan in advance of consideration in 2014. The Planning Commission further approved a motion with a vote of 4-2-0 to, "Collect information from the residents of the West End sufficient for us to develop MLA13-00042, collected by the end of 2013 and discussed by the Planning Commission." No other suggested amendments were submitted to the Department of Community Development by the March 1, 2013 deadline. Attachments: Administrator's Report Preliminary Docket with Full Applications ANALYSIS/STRATEGIC GOALS/PROS and CONS: Per JCC 18.45.050 Formal site-specific applications for amendments that are properly and timely filed under JCC 18.45.040(2)(a) shall be placed on the final docket for consideration during the current annual amendment process. Per JCC 18.45.060(4)(c)The decision of the board of county commissioners to adopt the final docket does not constitute a decision or recommendation that the substance of any formal site-specific, suggested, or planning commission recommended amendment should be adopted. FISCAL IMPACT/COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS: Cost of the decision to docket: None, all costs to process the applications are born by the applicants. 1 Regular Agenda RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Board adopt the Final Docket to include: 1. MLA 12-00274, by Gary McLuen, a Site Specific Proposal to rezone land designated RR 1:10 and RR 1:20 to all RR 1:10. 2. MLA13-00045, by John Boulton, a Site Specific Proposal to rezone land designated RF 1:40 to Prime Agricultural (API:20). REVIEWED BY: Philip Morley, County Administrator Date 2 JEFFERSON COUNTY if V el DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT A 621 Sheridan Street I Port Townsend,WA 98368 I Web:mew codefferson,wa.usioommandydave1opmenk 411,147.- Tel.360.3794450 Fax:360.379,4451 I Email:dcd@oolefferson.wa.es '441 NciN° Sliding Peri-flits&inspections I Development Consistency Review!Long Range Planning Watershed Stewardship Resource Center Administrator's Report on the Suggested Amendment 2013 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Cycle To: Jefferson County Board of Commissioners(BoCC),County Administrator, Planning Commission,and Interested Parties Fr: Stacie Hoskins,Planning Manager Date: March 12,2013 Re: DCD review of Preliminary Docket for 2013 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Cycle and Administrator's Report for the 2013 Final Docket Background Pursuant to Chapter 18.45 of the Jefferson County Code,DCD is charged with the task of reviewing suggested amendments on the Preliminary Docket for the Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendment Cycle and preparing a report concerning which suggested amendments should be placed on the Final Docket. In so doing,staff is required to address the need,urgency,and appropriateness of each suggested amendment and to include the following considerations in their recommendation: a) The availability of sufficient DCD staff to substantively review the suggested amendments and manage the public review process. b) Anticipated DCD cost and budget for processing the suggested amendments. These recommendations consider the proposed amendments in the context of need,urgency,and appropriateness, and also based upon available resources. Suggested Amendments. There is one(1)suggested Comprehensive Plan amendment on the Preliminary Docket(see attached). The suggested amendment is proposed by the Jefferson County Planning Commission. Complete copies of each application have been provided to the Planning Commission and the BoCC. There is a webpage dedicated to the 2013 Cycle that can be accessed from the County home page: ww w.co,ieffersoroNa.ustrommzjeveloprnent/CP I DCamendments.htm Formal Site-Specific Amendments In addition to the suggested amendment,Jefferson County has received two(2)formal site-specific amendment applications for a total three(3)proposed amendments. Pursuant to JCC 18.45.050(3),site-specific applications are automatically included on the Final Docket. Discussion of DCD Staff Sufficiency DCD's staff resources have been significantly reduced,and the 2013 work plan reflects this reduction in force. Urgency of some projects and state requirements often direct the focus of the Long Range Planning(LRP)work plan. Inclusion of suggested amendments on the Final Docket shall consider LRP resources and workload. Suggested amendments are financed by the general fund and are not fee-supported. Anticipated DCD Cost and Budget Application fees have been collected for the two site-specific amendments. Some applications have the potential to require much more personnel time and expense due to the level of potential environmental impacts and the public interest in these applications. The scale,complexity, and potential controversy of the rezoning thousands of acres on the West End are a challenge to DCD staffing. Specifically,the cost of staffing to process this amendment proposal exceeds the standard cost per application of$3,408. Current DCD staff resources are insufficient to complete review of this proposal without additional resources. Planning Commission Work Flan In addition to staff time,it should be noted that all Comprehensive Plan amendments require review by the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission will need to consider other issues during this year,including, but not limited to,substantive review and public process related to: • 2013 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Cycle: two site-specific rezone requests • Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort development agreement,zoning code,zoning map with associated supplemental EIS; • UDC text amendment to update the Sign Code; • UDC text amendment to address permit administration issues; The Planning Commission regular meeting schedule includes one meeting per month. A review of the 2013 Planning Commission schedule of tasks argues for a reduced work plan, as the number of suggested amendments included on the Final Docket directly affects the Planning Commission's ability to provide thorough and thoughtful amendment review. De t artment of Community Develo•merit Final Docket Recommendation Following is a summary description of the suggested amendment on the Preliminary Docket and staff comments in relation to project demand with respect to need,urgency,and appropriateness,and in the context of available resources: I. MLA13-42 proposed by Jefferson County Planning Commission, requesting the following: Rezone lands designated Rural Residential in Jefferson County's West End (RR 1:10 and RR 1:20) to RR 1:5. Approximately 1,907 acres of land are zoned RR 1:10 and 23, 983 acres are zoned RR 1:20. Staff recognizes that this proposed amendment will command a substantial degree of County resources to implement. Conclusion Based on an assessment of need,urgency,and appropriateness,as well as considerations of DCD staffing levels, anticipated cost and budget,and current countywide budget conditions,staff recommends that the suggested amendment,MLA13-42,not be included as the suggested amendment on the 2013 Comprehensive Plan Final Docket. If the suggested amendment is not docketed by the BoCC,the Final Docket will be composed of a total of the two(2)site-specific applications that are automatically included. For the aforementioned reasons,DCD recommends that the Final Docket be limited to a sum total of two(2)amendment proposals. Should the Board decide to include the suggested amendment or the Planning Commission deems additional committees necessary, we recommend the Board grant DCD the authority and funding to obtain additional staffing. If the Planning Commission chooses to pursue this suggested amendment,they will hold a public hearing on whether to recommend inclusion of the suggested amendments on the final docket at their regularly scheduled meeting on May 1,2009, Per JCC 18.45.060(4)(a),"The Board of County Commissioners may adopt the Planning Commission's recommended Final Docket without a public hearing;however, in the event that a majority of the Board of County Commissioners decides to add or subtract suggested amendments,it shall first hold a public hearing..." N A,4w c°6. JEFFERSON COUNTY rti ''' - *0'4 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT k$ ,.r* 621 Sheridan Street • Port Townsend •Washington 98368 Sj NO"1,— 360/379-4450 • 360/379-4451 Fax www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment Application for Suggested Comprehensive Plan / UDC Amendment' MLA# MLA13-00042 PROJECT/APPLICANT NAME: JEFFERSON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION For Comprehensive Plan amendments, applications must be completed and submitted to the Department of Community Development by March 1 of the current calendar year in order to be considered during the annual amendment process. Completed applications that are received after March 1 will be placed on the preliminary docket for the following calendar year. Applications for suggested UDC amendments may be considered on a rolling basis. Applications that are incomplete (i.e., that do not include all of the information required below) will be returned to the applicant. Submittal Requirements 1. A completed Master Permit Application. Representative authorization is required if application is not signed by applicant. 2. A completed and signed State Environmental Policy Act(SEPA)checklist. 3. Any additional information reasonably deemed necessary by the Administrator to evaluate the proposed amendment. 4. Please prepare and label as"Exhibit A,"a description of the proposed Plan/UDC amendment and any associated development proposal(s) if applicable. Applications for projected-related amendments must include plans and information or studies accurately depicting existing and proposed uses and improvements. Applications for such amendments that do not specify proposed uses and potential impacts are assumed to have maximum impact to the environment and public facilities and services. 5. Please provide an explanation of why the amendment is being proposed. (Attach additional sheets, if necessary.) When the Planning Commission met on the West End in the summer of 2012, residents indicated a desire for smaller parcel size allowance on the West End so people working in the area could live closer to work. Most of the land on the West End is zoned Commercial Forest and large in size. Lands designated for residential use on the West End are 1:10 and 1:20. It is believed that if parcel sizes were smaller, parcel prices would be lower and housing could be more affordable in Western Jefferson County. Those employed in the area may work five days a week and use other services one or two days per month. This work/housing arrangement leads to long dail commutes, high fuel expenditures, greater emissions, vehicle maintenance expenses and impacts o the environment. This dynamic negatively impacted small businesses because people were not using the local convenience stores. For example, commuting from Forks to the correctional facility involves 27 miles and 45 minutes of travel each way. Other lobs in the area include logging and Forest Service lobs. See Exhibit D. 6. Please prepare and label as"Exhibit B," proposed amendatory language (i.e.,to affected text of both the Comprehensive Plan and UDC) shown in "bill" format, with text to be added indicated with underlining (e.g., underlining), and text to be deleted indicated with strikeouts(e.g.,strikeouts). 7. Please prepare and label as "Exhibit C," a thorough explanation of how the proposed amendment, meets, conflicts with, or relates to the following inquiries (NOTE: Simple"yes"or"no"responses are unacceptable.) a. Have the circumstances related to the proposed amendment and/or the area in which it is located substantially changed since the adoption of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan? b. Are the assumptions that form the basis for the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan no longer valid, or has new information become available that was not considered during the process of adoption of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan or any subsequent amendment? c. Does the proposed amendment reflect current widely held values of the residents of Jefferson County? 8. The applicant hereby certifies that the statements contained in this application are true and provide an accurate representation of the proposed amendment; and the applicant(s) hereby acknowledges that any approval issued on this application may be revok if any such t to s found to be false. _,�,, t'tZC +, r3 PLICANT'S SIGNATURE DATE 1 See JCC Chapter 18.45. 1 Page Exhibit A Please prepare and label as `Exhibit A," a description of the proposed Plan/UDC amendment and any associated development proposal(s)if applicable. There are no associated development proposals with this Comprehensive Plan Amendment request. Rezoning Rural Residential land to a higher density would allow for future subdivision of residential land. Exhibit B Please prepare and label as `Exhibit B,"proposed amendatory language (i.e., to affected text of both the Comprehensive Plan and UDC) shown in "bill"format, with text to be added indicated with underlining (e.g., underlining), and text to be deleted indicated with strikeouts(e.g.,strikeouts). Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan, Rural Land Use Element LNP 3.3 Rural residential densities shown on the Land Use Map shall be designated by three (3) residential land use densities: one dwelling unit per five (5) acres, one dwelling unit per ten (10) acres, and one dwelling unit per twenty (20) acres in size and subject to the following criteria: LNP 3.3.1 A residential land use designation of one dwelling unit per 5 acres (RR 1:5) shall be assigned to those areas throughout the County with: a. an established pattern of the same or similar sized parcels (i.e., 5 acres) or smaller sized existing lots of record; b. parcels of similar size (i.e., 5 acres) or pre-existing smaller parcels along the coastal areas; c. parcels immediately adjacent to the boundaries of the Rural Village Centers; and d. as an overlay to pre-existing developed "suburban" platted subdivisions. e. parcels designated as Forest Transition Overlay. f. parcels meeting the criteria for rural residential designation located on Jefferson County's West End. LNP 3.3.2 A rural residential land use designation of one dwelling unit per 10 acres (RR 1:10) shall be assigned to those areas throughout the County with: a. an established pattern of the same or similar sized parcels (i.e., 10 acres); b. parcels along the coastal area of similar size; c. areas serving as a "transition" adjacent to Urban Growth Areas; and, d. critical area land parcels. LNP 3.3.3 A rural residential land use designation of one dwelling unit per 20 acres (RR 1:20) shall be assigned to those areas throughout the County with: a. an established pattern of the same or similar sized parcels (i.e., 20 acres) or larger; b. parcels along the coastal area of similar size; c. areas serving as a "transition" to Urban Growth Areas or the Port Ludlow Master Planned Resort; d. critical land area parcels; e. agriculture resource designated parcels; f. publicly owned forest lands; and g. lands adjacent to forest resource land. LNP 3.3 Within Jefferson County's isolated West End, allow the maximum rural residential density permissible in order to allow more affordable and geographically convenient housing options to meet the needs of the local population who often work in Jefferson County's West End. The map on the following page depicts the land uses on Jefferson County's west end. 2IPage l I 1 1 _ 1 HL 1 1 N N N 4 I J1I ! I ! I r/O O — B N N 4 N I 1 O O 3 , 3 -O �0© To E x 2 cr ^ d N N V LL N N 6� •� I __ d o I I - O O 1 1 f a l 1 II `; Crl rt 1 4 1 7i, 7 7 £ T I O Y 0 m& V 1 {m iaan I I I I ( Z`_ o s 1 ( N 11 t Y 2 i 7 L", " 3 �� O ° p. W S p odb U V 1 00 o 08r O ti J 7 s K I O N re O Q'd I cc °e DD . QFa° cieorwatO 1 1,, /34, N V p I z' s O T 1'6:6 o O �J 9 p 1 = _ N 30s 1 H I &b O 0 . 0 0 o V J 2 _ 1 p ,� 1 ■ 1 El 1 p 1 V 6�.o G tt 1 04 1 1 , P aCitLC _----C1J- N , \ 44 1 J Hh�� 0 cea� 11 .h.' s I g �I *' !..2i--i- i I , i I) -1—, p a C€. 5 E c Z C 2 - e G i C\I_ 1 � Exhibit C Please prepare and label as "Exhibit C," a thorough explanation of how the proposed amendment, meets, conflicts with, or relates to the following inquiries (NOTE: Simple"yes"or"no" responses are unacceptable.) Have the circumstances related to the proposed amendment and/or the area in which it is located substantially changed since the adoption of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan? Are the assumptions that form the basis for the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan no longer valid, or has new information become available that was not considered during the process of adoption of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan or any subsequent amendment? Does the proposed amendment reflect current widely held values of the residents of Jefferson County? Circumstances have changed since adoption of the Comprehensive Plan. Fuel prices have risen, the economy fell into a deep recession, jobs and businesses have disappeared, and unemployment has risen drastically. Jefferson County's West End has always been isolated, but economic hardships and business closures impact this area greatly. The Comprehensive Plan aimed to create additional allowances at the West End due to its geographic isolation, however continued economic hardship nationally has instigated a desire for more allowances than considered at time of Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan adoption and subsequent amendments. The proposed amendment reflects the values of West End residents as portrayed anecdotally at a Planning Commission meeting held at Clearwater during August 2012. The process of Board consideration and possible amendment review with the Planning Commission and BOCC would tease out whether the amendment reflects current widely held values of the residents of Jefferson County. Exhibit D Exhibit D is a map depicting the location of the Olympic Corrections Facility at 11235 Hoh Mainline, Forks, WA 98331 Exhibit E Exhibit E is a map depicting the pending permits on the West End with RR 1:10 and RR 1:20 zoning depicted. 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Purpose of Checklist: The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), chapter 43.21C 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 identify impacts from a proposal (and to avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can be done) and to help decide whether an EIS is required. Use of Checklist for non-project proposals: This checklist is for nonproject proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply." For nonproject actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project", "applicant," and "property or site" will read as "proposal," proposer", and "County jurisdictional area," respectively. A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Comprehensive Plan Amendment to rezone rural residential parcels (RR 1:10 and RR 1:20) on Jefferson County's West End to with a higher density of RR 1:5 Name of applicant: Jefferson County Planning Commission 2. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Applicant & Contact: Jefferson County, WA Stacie Hoskins, Planning Manager Department of Community Development 621 Sheridan Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone: (360)379-4450 3. Date checklist prepared: February 28, 2013 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses 4. Agency requesting checklist: Jefferson County 5. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): Suggested amendments on the 2013 Docket are scheduled for review during the 2013 Comprehensive Plan amendment cycle and placed on the Final Docket at the Board of County Commissioners' (BOCC or Board) discretion. The Board considers the preliminary 2013 Docket no later than May 13, 2013. The Board may hold a possible BOCC public hearing on suggested amendments no later than July 1, 2012, and the Board would take action on whether to place the suggested amendment on the Final Docket soon after. If this suggested amendment is placed on the Final Docket, the Board would take action on this amendment with the rest of the items on the Final Docket no later than December 9, 2013. 6. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansions, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. No development plans are associated with this amendment. This Comprehensive Plan amendment could cause future development proposals on Jefferson County's West End. Future developments would be subject to plans and development regulations in place at the time of application for subdivision or development permits. 7. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Environmental review was completed for adoption of the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Code and amendments to said documents: • Draft and Final Environmental Impact Statements (DEIS/FEIS) and addenda prepared in anticipation of adoption of the Comprehensive Plan in 1998. The DEIS and FEIS, dated February 24, 1997 and May 27, 1998, respectively, examined the potential cumulative environmental impacts of adopting alternative versions of the Comprehensive Plan; • The Integrated Staff Report and SEPA Addendum prepared for the 2002 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket by the Department of Community Development, issued on August 21, 2002; • The Integrated Staff Report and SEPA Addendum prepared for the 2003 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket by the Department of Community Development, issued on August 6, 2003; • The Integrated Staff Report and SEPA Addendum prepared for the 2004 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket by the Department of Community Development, issued on September 22, 2004; • The Integrated Staff Report and SEPA Addendum prepared for the 2005 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket by the Department of Community Development, issued on August 3, 2005; • The Integrated Staff Report and SEPA Addendum prepared for the 2006 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket by the Department of Community Development, issued on July 19, 2006; • The Integrated Staff Report and SEPA Addendum prepared for the 2007 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket by the Department of Community Development, issued on September 5, 2007. • The Integrated Staff Report and SEPA Addendum prepared for the 2008 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket by the Department of Community Development, issued on September 3, 2008. • The Integrated Staff Report and SEPA Addendum prepared for the 2009 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket by the Department of Community Development, issued on September 2, 2009. • The Integrated Staff Report and SEPA Addendum prepared for the 2010 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket by the Department of Community Development, issued on September 1, 2010. 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. 2 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses There are many pending permits for forestry and a few for other development. See attached Exhibit E for a map of pending cases. The breakdown is as follows: 80— Forest Practices 4—Water service review (USR case type) 3—County code updates (SMP, Sign code &Water system plan review 2— Building cases (1- Stormwater management permit, 1-Shop remodel) 1- OTH case from 1994—water review—likely needs case cleanup 1 — Septic case 1 —Address 9. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. If placed on the 2013 Final Docket, the proposal will be reviewed by the Jefferson County Planning Commission and would need to be adopted by the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners to become effective. Any appeal of the adoption of this proposed amendment would be heard by the Growth Management Hearings Board. 10. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. Jefferson County's West End zoning: Change lands designated Rural Residential (RR 1:10 and RR 1:20) to RR 1:5. Approximately 1,907 acres of land are zoned RR 1:10 and 23, 983 acres are zoned RR 1:20. B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Note: proposal is a Non— project action and not site-specific; responses below are general for all of Jefferson County 1. Earth a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other... Jefferson County is located on a peninsula that has been shaped by the interplay of geologic, climatic and oceanographic processes tied to plate tectonics, producing an array of landscapes that are flat, rolling, hilly, steep and/or mountainous. As a result of these geological processes, the County has steep marine bluffs composed of glacially-deposited sediments and with varying levels of stability. Some of these bluffs are developed with individual residences, although the bluffs remain largely intact. Other areas remain relatively untouched and are in excellent ecological condition, especially as compared to more densely populated areas around Puget Sound. Watersheds in the west are largely dominated by the Olympic Mountains, while in the east some are sourced in the upper snow zone and rain-on-snow zone, others in the rain zone of the foothills and a few in the low elevation coastal areas. b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? The landscape of Jefferson County is generally hilly in the west but rises dramatically to the east in the Olympic Mountains. Although the Olympic Mountains are not particularly high (Mt. Olympus is the tallest peak at 7,969 feet above sea level), these mountains are rugged and composed of relatively recent metamorphic rock. The broad, hilly country between the Olympic Mountains and the Pacific Ocean has not been glaciated for at least the past 17,000 year. 3 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland. The Jefferson County Final Shoreline Inventory& Characterization Report(November 2008) states that there are several soil series of bedrock geology and unconsolidated deposits including basalt, sandstone, glacial till, glaciofluvial gravel, sand and silt, non-glacial fluvial, peat and lacustrine sediments. d. Are there surface indications or history or unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so describe. Yes, many Jefferson County bluffs are quite susceptible to coastal landslides as a result of wave exposure. Undercutting of the toe of the bluff is usually the long-term "driver" of bluff recession (Keuler, 1988). Lands along the Hoh River are susceptible to channel migration. e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. The proposal would apply to development within the unincorporated areas of Jefferson County; Non — project action. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. Erosion control would be addressed on a project level basis per the County's adopted stormwater management standards and through the application of related environmental protection policies and regulations of the SMP. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? No impervious surfaces are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County- wide non-project legislative action. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: No erosion issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 2. Air a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. No emissions issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. 4 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses No emissions issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: In general, emissions are primarily regulated under state and federal law. No emissions issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. All future project actions that may result in emissions or other impacts to air would be reviewed under SEPA. 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. Wetlands, Type S, F, Np, Ns, and U streams, wetlands, floodplains, channel migration zones and Shorelines of the State occur throughout Jefferson County. 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. No construction is proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non- project legislative action. 3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. No fill and dredge issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County- wide non-project legislative action. 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. No water source issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County- wide non-project legislative action. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. No floodplain issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 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. 5 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses No waste discharge issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. • b. Ground: 1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. None. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 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. N/A c. Water runoff(including storm water): 1) Describe the source of runoff(including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. No stormwater or waste water issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. N/A d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: N/A 4. Plants a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: x deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other x_evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other x shrubs x grass x_ pasture x_crop or grain x_wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other x_water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other x_other types of vegetation 6 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? No vegetation removal issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site No threatened or endangered plant species known to be present in Jefferson County. d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: No landscaping or vegetation enhancement issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 5. Animals a. Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site: Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. Listed animal species are known to occur in Jefferson County as documented in the Jefferson County Final Shoreline Inventory& Characterization Report: "Table 1. Listed, Proposed, and Candidate Threatened and Endangered Species Occurring in Jefferson County Common Name Scientific Name Federal State Status b Status a Birds Bald eagle Haliaeetus Threatened Threatened leucocephalus Brown pelican Pelecanus Endangered Endangered occidentalis Marbled murrelet Brachyramphus Threatened Threatened marmoratus Northern spotted owl Strix occidentalis Threatened Endangered caurina Short-tailed albatross Phoebastria Endangered Candidate albatrus 7 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA]1-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses Common Name Scientific Name Federal State Status b Status a Mammals West Coast DPS fisher Mantes pennanti Candidate Endangered pacifica Southern resident killer Orcinus orca Endangered Endangered whale Humpback whale Megaptera Endangered Endangered novaeangliae Steller sea lion Eumetopias Threatened Threatened jubatus Blue whale Balaenoptera Endangered Endangered musculus Fin whale Balaenoptera Endangered Endangered physalus Sei whale Balaenoptera Endangered Endangered borealis Sperm whale Physeter Endangered Endangered macrocephalus Sea otter Enhydra lutris None Endangered Fish Puget Sound ESU Oncorhynchus Threatened Candidate Chinook salmon tshawytscha Eastern Strait of Juan Oncorhynchus Threatened Candidate de Fuca/Hood Canal keta ESU summer chum salmon Puget Sound DPS Oncorhynchus Proposed None steelhead mykiss threatened Coastal Puget Sound Salvelinus Threatened Candidate bull trout confluentus Olympic mudminnow Novumbra hubbsi None Threatened Reptiles Leatherback sea turtle Dermochelys Endangered Endangered coriacea Green sea turtle Chelonia mydas Endangered Threatened Loggerhead sea turtle Caretta caretta Threatened Threatened Olive ridley sea turtle Lepidochelys Endangered None olivacea DPS = distinct population segment ESU = evolutionarily significant unit a Federal status under the Endangered Species Act(ESA) of 1973 as amended. b State Species of Concern List, February 2007. While there have been occasional, unconfirmed sightings of fishers, there are no known populations in Washington. There is currently a proposal to reintroduce them to the ONP (ONP, 2006). 8 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses Listed marine mammals and sea turtles occur primarily off the Pacific coast, although Southern Resident killer whales, humpback whales, and Stellar sea lions are known to occur in Puget Sound. NOAA Fisheries has proposed critical habitat for Southern Resident killer whales in marine waters of eastern Jefferson County, including areas deeper than 20 feet along Puget Sound (Area 2) and the Strait of Juan de Fuca (Area 3). Hood Canal was not proposed as part of killer whale critical habitat due to lack of confirmed sightings there, and a large area of Admiralty Inlet north of the Quimper Peninsula (Area 3)was excluded for national security reasons (Federal Register, 2006). Species of special concern under the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW)endangered, threatened, sensitive, candidate, and monitor species programs potentially found in Jefferson County include great blue heron (Ardea herodias), pileated woodpecker(Dryocopus pileatus), purple martin (Progne subis), Vaux's swift(Chaetura vauxi), and western bluebird (Sialia mexicana). Candidate and threatened mammals may include western gray squirrel (Sciurus griseus) along with western pond turtle(Clemmys marmorata). Many of these remaining species can be found in close proximity to developed areas, although most need undisturbed vegetated areas large enough to maintain viable habitat(Jefferson County, 2002)." c. Is the site part of a migration route? (If so, explain.) Many animal species have migration routes in Jefferson County. d. Proposed measure to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: No wildlife enhancement issues are proposed as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. Other sections of the Unified Development Code ensure adequate protection of priority species, environmentally sensitive habitats, shoreline functions and processes, and other wildlife resources. 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. No energy usage issues are anticipated as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County- wide non-project legislative action. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. N/A c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: No energy conservation issues are anticipated as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 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. 9 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses No environmental health issues are anticipated as a direct result of this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. Not Applicable. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non- project legislative action. 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: Not Applicable. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non- project legislative action. b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project(for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Not Applicable. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non- project legislative action. 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. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non- project legislative action. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Noise related to future development under these regulations would be subject to review under the State Environmental Policy Act as applicable and state and local noise regulations. 8. Land and shoreline use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Jefferson County has various land uses on properties zoned rural residential. Typical uses on the West End residential lands are residential and forestry. b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. Certain lands in Jefferson County have been used for agricultural purposes. c. Describe any structures on the site. Not Applicable. No specific development is associated with this proposal. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 10 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? None. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? Rural Residential 1:10 and 1:20 f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Rural Residential 1:10 and 1:20 g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. Shoreline environment designations would not be changed by this proposal. Shoreline Environment Designations are identified in JCC 18.25 as Conservancy (JCC 18.25.130). The geographic assignments of these designations are described in JCC 18.25.700. h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. Environmentally sensitive areas exist throughout Jefferson County including wetlands, frequently flooded areas, geological hazardous areas, critical aquifer recharge areas, and fish &wildlife habitat conservation areas. L Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 11 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses 1. Housing a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low- income housing. N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high middle, or low- income housing. N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 2. Aesthetics a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior material(s) proposed? N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 3. Light and glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? 12 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 4. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? There are numerous public parks, access facilities, and other private recreational opportunities throughout Jefferson County. b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 5. 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. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. Many historical and cultural resources are known throughout the County, with additional such resources unknown. There is considerable evidence that indigenous Native Americans heavily and regularly utilized shorelines and shoreline resources for food, shelter, spiritual, recreation, commerce and other purposes. In addition, there are sites and structures that remain as evidence of US history including western pioneers, natural resource industry, and military operations. b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. There are sites listed with the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation as archaeological, scientific or cultural importance on the West End. No site is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 13 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses 6. 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 proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. Public streets and highways within Jefferson County are known and adequately mapped. b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. Jefferson Transit serves most of the Jefferson County area. Washington State Ferries makes trips back and forth across the Puget Sound and from Whidbey Island there is a ferry that has a route directly to downtown Port Townsend, in Northeast Jefferson County. The Hood Canal Bridge connects Jefferson County to Kitsap County and Puget Sound metropolitan areas. c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? None. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action that will not change the number of parking spaces that new or modified development is required to provide. d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to exiting roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). No. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of)water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The opportunity for additional vehicular trips exists at time of . The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 7. 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. 14 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. N/A. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. 8. Utilities a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other. Utilities available in Jefferson County include electricity, water, propane, solid waste service, telephone, internet, sanitary sewer, and septic systems. 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. None. No development is specifically proposed. The proposal involves a County-wide non-project legislative action. C. SIGNATURE The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand and that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision. Signature: . ... ... .. Date Submitted:/u f Zo I , 15 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses C. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction with the list of the elements of the environment. When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms. 1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; productions, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise? The proposal will not increase these; new land use and development proposals will need to meet existing requirements to adequately manage such impacts. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce increases are: Existing federal, state, and local requirements provide a variety of protections for surface water, air and other natural resources from such impacts. 2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life? The proposal will not directly affect these; new land use and development proposals will need to meet existing requirements to adequately manage such impacts. Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are: Existing federal, state, and local requirements provide a variety of protections for wildlife, habitat and other natural resources from adverse impacts. 3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources? The proposal will not deplete energy or natural resources; new land use and development proposals will need to meet existing requirements to adequately manage such impacts. Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are: Existing federal, state, and local requirements provide a variety of protections for energy sources and natural resources from adverse impacts. 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 proposal will not directly affect critical areas, parks, wilderness, wild & scenic rivers, T&E species, habitat, wetlands, floodplains or prime farmland; new land use and development proposals will need to meet existing requirements to adequately manage any impacts to such resources. Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are: Existing federal, state, and local requirements provide a variety of protections for such resources from adverse impacts. 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? 16 SEPA (WAC 197-11-960)Environmental Checklist—MLA11-250 Small-scale Recreation& Tourist Uses Some of the parcels zoned rural residential in Jefferson County's West End occur along the shoreline. All development is subject to the Shoreline Master Program and Jefferson County's development regulations. The proposal will not directly affect shoreline functions & processes. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are: The County's Shoreline Master Program (SMP) addresses commercial, recreational, and scientific/educational use and development with policies and performance standards that require coordination with the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, minimal disturbance to natural features, and protection and restoration of historic/cultural features. 6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and utilities? The proposal will not directly increase demands on transportation or public services/utilities; new land use and development proposals will need to meet existing requirements to adequately manage such impacts. Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s)are: The proposal is not expected to result in a significant increase in the demand on transportation or utilities, therefore no specific mitigation measures are proposed. Specific project proposals would be addressed under the regulations contained in the JCC and SEPA. 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. 17 Stacie Hoskins From: Stacie Hoskins Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 5:03 PM To: kevin coker Subject: West End Comp Plan Amendment Attachments: 2013-02-28_WestEndCPA_suggested_nobreaks.docx; West End Land Use Designations.docx Hi, Kevin, Thanks for your input this afternoon. Attached is the information I've compiled for the West End CPA. I still need to complete the SEPA checklist. I'll send the zoning map separately since it's 3 MB. If you have any additional input, please let me know. Thanks! Stacie 4. ''1fad Planning Manager,Jefferson County Department of Community Development 621 Sheridan Street * Port Townsend,WA 98368 Phone 360-379-4463 * Fax 360-379-4451 shoskins @co.jefferson.wa.us Jefferson County DCD Mission: To preserve and enhance the quality of life in Jefferson County by promoting a vibrant economy, sound communities and a healthy environment. All e-mail sent to this address will be received by the Jefferson County e-mail system and may be subject to Public Disclosure under Chapter 42.56 RCW SAVE PAPER - Please do not print this e-mail unless absolutely necessary 1 Stacie Hoskins From: Stacie Hoskins Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 5:03 PM To: 'kevin coker' Subject: RE: West End Comp Plan Amendment Attachments: WestCoZoningA.pdf The zoning map. From: Stacie Hoskins Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 5:03 PM To: 'kevin coker' Subject: West End Comp Plan Amendment Hi, Kevin, Thanks for your input this afternoon. Attached is the information I've compiled for the West End CPA. I still need to complete the SEPA checklist. I'll send the zoning map separately since it's 3 MB. If you have any additional input, please let me know. Thanks! Stacie 4. qa¢l¢uzd Planning Manager, Jefferson County Department of Community Development 621 Sheridan Street * Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone 360-379-4463 * Fax 360-379-4451 shoskins@co.jefferson.wa.us Jefferson County DCD Mission: To preserve and enhance the quality of life in Jefferson County by promoting a vibrant economy, sound communities and a healthy environment. All e-mail sent to this address will be received by the Jefferson County e-mail system and may be subject to Public Disclosure under Chapter 42.56 RCW `pA SAVE PAPER - Please do not print this e-mail unless absolutely necessary 1 _7 r____— 1 1 1 O 1 I ZI 1 ' N 1 I N I 1 iIII N ✓T IOL N c2 01 E C n Q E -O to cc N (6 ,n 2�/ O p o � � � � � � � d O O . O O O O J O N 00 O V LI N (i n a4 s o - 6 O . 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From: Stacie Hoskins Sent: Wednesday, February 27,2013 5:03 PM To: 'kevin coker' Subject: West End Comp Plan Amendment Hi, Kevin, Thanks for your input this afternoon. Attached is the information I've compiled for the West End CPA. I still need to complete the SEPA checklist. I'll send the zoning map separately since it's 3 MB. If you have any additional input, please let me know. Thanks! S>tac e Z. fad eold Planning Manager, Jefferson County Department of Community Development 621 Sheridan Street * Port Townsend,WA 98368 Phone 360-379-4463 * Fax 360-379-4451 shoskinsPco.jefferson.wa.us Jefferson County DCD Mission: To preserve and enhance the quality of life in Jefferson County by promoting a vibrant economy, sound communities and a healthy environment. All e-mail sent to this address will be received by the Jefferson County e-mail system and may be subject to Public Disclosure under Chapter 42.56 RCW SAVE PAPER - Please do not print this e-mail unless absolutely necessary 1 Stacie Hoskins From: Stacie Hoskins Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 5:03 PM To: kevin coker Subject: West End Comp Plan Amendment Attachments: 2013-02-28_WestEndCPA_suggested_nobreaks.docx; West End Land Use Designations.docx Hi, Kevin, Thanks for your input this afternoon. Attached is the information I've compiled for the West End CPA. I still need to complete the SEPA checklist. I'll send the zoning map separately since it's 3 MB. If you have any additional input, please let me know. Thanks! Stacie 4. qa¢l¢l�re Planning Manager,Jefferson County Department of Community Development 621 Sheridan Street * Port Townsend,WA 98368 Phone 360-379-4463 * Fax 360-379-4451 shoski ns P co.jefferson.wa.us Jefferson County DCD Mission: To preserve and enhance the quality of life in Jefferson County by promoting a vibrant economy, sound communities and a healthy environment. All e-mail sent to this address will be received by the Jefferson County e-mail system and may be subject to Public Disclosure under Chapter 42.56 RCW SAVE PAPER - Please do not print this e-mail unless absolutely necessary 1 lerN6,4.g,�oN c JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ��� 621 Sheridan Street • Port Townsend • Washington 98368 `YSj NOO 360/379-4450 • 360/379-4451 Fax vvww.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment Application for Suggested Comprehensive Plan / UDC Amendment1 MLA# PROJECT/APPLICANT NAME: JEFFERSON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION For Comprehensive Plan amendments, applications must be completed and submitted to the Department of Community Development by March 1 of the current calendar year in order to be considered during the annual amendment process. Completed applications that are received after March 1 will be placed on the preliminary docket for the following calendar year. Applications for suggested UDC amendments may be considered on a rolling basis. Applications that are incomplete (i.e., that do not include all of the information required below) will be returned to the applicant. Submittal Requirements 1. A completed Master Permit Application. Representative authorization is required if application is not signed by applicant. 2. A completed and signed State Environmental Policy Act(SEPA)checklist. 3. Any additional information reasonably deemed necessary by the Administrator to evaluate the proposed amendment. 4. Please prepare and label as"Exhibit A,"a description of the proposed Plan/UDC amendment and any associated development proposal(s) if applicable. Applications for projected-related amendments must include plans and information or studies accurately depicting existing and proposed uses and improvements. Applications for such amendments that do not specify proposed uses and potential impacts are assumed to have maximum impact to the environment and public facilities and services. 5. Please provide an explanation of why the amendment is being proposed. (Attach additional sheets, if necessary.) The Planning Commission met on the West End in the summer of 2012, residents indicated a desire for smaller parcel size allowance on the West End so people working in the area could live closer to work. Most of the land on the West End is zoned Commercial Forest and large in size. Lands designated for residential use on the West End are 1:10 and 1:20. It is believed that if parcel sizes were smaller, parcel prices would be lower and housing could be more affordable in Western Jefferson County. Those employed in the area may work five days a week and use other services one or two days per month. This work/housing arrangement leads to long daily commutes, high fuel expenditures, greater emissions,vehicle maintenance expenses and impacts to the environment. This dynamic negatively impacted small businesses because people were not using the local convenience stores. For example, commuting from Forks to the correctional facility involves 27 miles and 45 minutes of travel each way. Other jobs in the area include logging and Forest Service lobs. See Exhibit D. 6. Please prepare and label as"Exhibit B," proposed amendatory language(Le., to affected text of both the Comprehensive Plan and UDC) shown in "bill" format, with text to be added indicated with underlining (e.g., underlining), and text to be deleted indicated with strikeouts (e.g.,strikeouts). 7. Please prepare and label as "Exhibit C," a thorough explanation of how the proposed amendment, meets, conflicts with, or relates to the following inquiries (NOTE: Simple"yes"or"no"responses are unacceptable.) a. Have the circumstances related to the proposed amendment and/or the area in which it is located substantially changed since the adoption of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan? b. Are the assumptions that form the basis for the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan no longer valid, or has new information become available that was not considered during the process of adoption of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan or any subsequent amendment? c. Does the proposed amendment reflect current widely held values of the residents of Jefferson County? 8. The applicant hereby certifies that the statements contained in this application are true and provide an accurate representation of the proposed amendment; and the applicant(s) hereby acknowledges that any approval issued on this application may be revoked if any such statement is found to be false. APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE DATE 1 See JCC Chapter 18.45. 11Page Exhibit A Please prepare and label as "Exhibit A," a description of the proposed Plan/UDC amendment and any associated development proposal(s) if applicable. Applications for projected-related amendments must include plans and information or studies accurately depicting existing and proposed uses and improvements. Applications for such amendments that do not specify proposed uses and potential impacts are assumed to have maximum impact to the environment and public facilities and services. There are no associated development proposals with this Comprehensive Plan Amendment request. Rezoning Rural Residential land to a higher density would allow for future subdivision of residential land. Exhibit B Please prepare and label as "Exhibit B,"proposed amendatory language (i.e., to affected text of both the Comprehensive Plan and UDC) shown in "bill"format, with text to be added indicated with underlining (e.g., underlining), and text to be deleted indicated with strikeouts(e.g., strikeouts). LNP 3.3 Rural residential densities shown on the Land Use Map shall be designated by three (3) residential land use densities: one dwelling unit per five (5) acres, one dwelling unit per ten (10) acres, and one dwelling unit per twenty (20) acres in size and subject to the following criteria: LNP 3.3.1 A residential land use designation of one dwelling unit per 5 acres (RR 1:5) shall be assigned to those areas throughout the County with: a. an established pattern of the same or similar sized parcels (i.e., 5 acres) or smaller sized existing lots of record; b. parcels of similar size (i.e., 5 acres) or pre-existing smaller parcels along the coastal areas; c. parcels immediately adjacent to the boundaries of the Rural Village Centers; and d. as an overlay to pre-existing developed "suburban" platted subdivisions. e. parcels designated as Forest Transition Overlay. f. parcels meeting the criteria for rural residential designation located on Jefferson County's West End. LNP 3.3.2 A rural residential land use designation of one dwelling unit per 10 acres (RR 1:10) shall be assigned to those areas throughout the County with: a. an established pattern of the same or similar sized parcels (i.e., 10 acres); b. parcels along the coastal area of similar size; c. areas serving as a "transition" adjacent to Urban Growth Areas; and, d. critical area land parcels. LNP 3.3.3 A rural residential land use designation of one dwelling unit per 20 acres (RR 1:20) shall be assigned to those areas throughout the County with: a. an established pattern of the same or similar sized parcels (i.e., 20 acres) or larger; b. parcels along the coastal area of similar size; c. areas serving as a "transition" to Urban Growth Areas or the Port Ludlow Master Planned Resort; d. critical land area parcels; e. agriculture resource designated parcels; f. publicly owned forest lands; and g. lands adjacent to forest resource land. 21 LNP 3.3 Within Jefferson County's isolated West End, allow the maximum rural residential density permissible in order to allow more affordable and geographically convenient housing options to meet the needs of the local population who often work in Jefferson County's West End. The map on the following page depicts the land uses on Jefferson County's west end. Exhibit C Please prepare and label as "Exhibit C," a thorough explanation of how the proposed amendment, meets, conflicts with, or relates to the following inquiries (NOTE: Simple"yes"or"no" responses are unacceptable.) Have the circumstances related to the proposed amendment and/or the area in which it is located substantially changed since the adoption of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan? Are the assumptions that form the basis for the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan no longer valid, or has new information become available that was not considered during the process of adoption of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan or any subsequent amendment? Does the proposed amendment reflect current widely held values of the residents of Jefferson County? Circumstances have changed since adoption of the Comprehensive Plan. Fuel prices have risen, the economy fell into a deep recession, jobs and businesses have disappeared, and unemployment has risen drastically. Jefferson County's West End has always been isolated, but economic hardships and business closures impact this area greatly. The Comprehensive Plan aimed to create additional allowances at the West End due to its geographic isolation, however continued economic hardship nationally has instigated a desire for more allowances than considered at time of Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan adoption and subsequent amendments. The proposed amendment reflects the values of West End residents as portrayed anecdotally at a Planning Commission meeting. The process of Board consideration and possible amendment review would tease out whether the amendment reflects current widely held values of the residents of Jefferson County. 31 4 w �p K nt - _ u, F` li ,may :SLY' try r,_ d L 1. ai C f 22 ti.+ 1 t U o s CD i N ii I , I O C . I—J x f• C ■1 1I 'E2. f € I Q N f,,,0) L iti ' v r I r N r 2 c- IV , ; ,.-:-..d:_ .= y — — — LU ai ,,, .., 1 ^ _ r V • 4. W r