HomeMy WebLinkAboutEmail CommunicationsFrom: Joel Peterson
Sent: Friday, March 5, 2021 9:20 AM
To: David W. Johnson
Subject: FYI FW: Shine 2021 MRL Overlay -- Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan
Amendment Application
Attachments: 1.0 Permit Applicaiton Signed.pdf; 2.0 SEPA Application Shine MRL Designation.pdf;
3.0 Suplemental Application Comp Plan Amendment Signed.pdf; 3.1 Exhibit A
Map.pdf; 3.2 Exhibit B Project Description.pdf; 3.3 Exhibit C 1 Access Map.pdf; 3.3
Exhibit C 2 Map.pdf; 3.4 Exhibit E.PDF; 2021.03.01 MRL Expansion Geologic
Summary.pdf
David:
FYI. This is the MRLO submittal copied to me and the DCD Front Staff.
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Sent: Monday, March 1, 2021 2:13 PM
To: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Cc: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>; Joel Peterson <JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: Shine 2021 MRL Overlay -- Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan Amendment Application
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Good Afternoon,
Please see attached application materials for the 2021 Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan
Amendment process:
• 1.0 Master Application
• 2.0 SEPA Application
• 3.0 Supplemental Application
• 3.1 Supplemental Application Map Exhibit A
• 3.2 Supplemental Application Project Description Exhibit B
• 3.3 Supplemental Application Access Map Exhibit C1
• 3.3 Supplemental Application Map Exhibit C2
• Exhibit D N/A (not included)
• 3.4 Supplemental Application Exhibit E
• 2021.03.01 MRL expansion Geologic Summary
Feel free to reach out to me if you need anything further!
Thank you!
PATRICIA LARSON
CORPORATE PROGRAMS MANAGER
Office: 253.833.3705 x 461
Mobile: 253.736.3066
400 Valley Ave NE • Puyallup, WA 98372-2516
WWW.MILES.ROCKS
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SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Purpose of checklist:
Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your
proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization
or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental
impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal.
Instructions for applicants:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please
answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult
with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use “not applicable” or "does
not apply" only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You
may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate answers to
these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision- making
process.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of
time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal
or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your
answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant
adverse impact.
Instructions for Lead Agencies:
Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to evaluate
the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The
checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an
adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is
responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents.
Use of checklist for nonproject proposals: [help]
For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable
parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D). Please
completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or
site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead
agency may exclude (for non-projects) questions in Part B - Environmental Elements –that do not
contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal.
A. Background [help]
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: [help]
Shine 2021 MRL Overlay
2. Name of applicant: [help]
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: [help]
400 Valley Ave NE Puyallup WA, Patricia Larson, 253-833-3705 x461
4. Date checklist prepared: [help]
March 1, 2021
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5. Agency requesting checklist: [help]
Jefferson County
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): [help]
2021 Jefferson Comprehensive Plan Amendment Cycle
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with
this proposal? If yes, explain. [help]
Yes. Once the proposed MRL (Mineral Resources Lands) overlay is in process and/or
approved, application of site specific plans for mineral extraction will be submitted.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared,
directly related to this proposal. [help]
Environmental information will be prepared for mineral extraction during site specific permitting
process.
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly
affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. [help]
None known.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. [help]
Ordinance review, public hearing by the Jefferson County Planning Commission and
transmission from Planning Commission to the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners.
Ordinance review, public hearing and adoption by the Jefferson County Board of
Commissioners. Review by the Washington State Department of Commerce and other
agencies, per the Growth Management Act.
This is proposed is a MRL overlay designation which requires an amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map for Jefferson County. Approval from Jefferson County is
required for this amendment.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the
project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain
aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may
modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) [help]
The Applicant requests an amendment to the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and
Zoning Map to designate approximately 200 acres to include in MRL overlay.
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of
your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If
a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a
legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. 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. [help]
The project is located 3.5 miles south-southwest of the State Route 19 and State Route 104
intersection. The nearest address is 1500 Wahl Lake Rd, Port Ludlow WA.
B.ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS [help]
1. Earth [help]
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a. General description of the site: [help]
(circle one): Flat, Rolling, Hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? [help]
40%
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you
know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any agricultural land of long-term
commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. [help]
Silty sand and sandy loam are found on the site. There are no agricultural land of long-term
commercial significance within the proposed area.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe.
[help]
None known.
e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of any
filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. [help]
The proposal is to designate approximately 200 acres of area with the MRL overlay designation for
future mineral extraction. Quantities of any filling, excavation, and grading proposed will be addressed
in a project specific permit.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. [help]
No, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for
example, asphalt or buildings)? [help]
None, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: [help]
None, N/A.
2. Air [help]
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction, operation, and
maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate
quantities if known. [help]
None, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally
describe. [help]
No, N/A.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: [help]
None, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment.
3. Water [help]
a. Surface Water:
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. [help]
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Wetlands, Thorndyke Creek and associated tributaries are in the vicinity of the project.
Thorndyke Creek flows into Hood Canal via Thorndyke Bay.
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. [help]
No, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment.
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. [help]
None, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment.
Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description,
purpose, and approximate quantities if known. [help]
No, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment.
3) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. [help]
No.
4) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe
the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. [help]
No. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment.
b. Ground Water:
1) Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a
general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the
well. Will water be discharged to groundwater? Give general description, purpose, and
approximate quantities if known. [help]
No, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment. Water use will be
addressed at the project specific level.
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. [help]
None, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment. Discharges, if any,
will be addressed on the project specific level.
c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
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. [help]
None, N /A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment. Impacts storm water
and other runoff will be addressed at the project specific level through Jefferson County
and Washington State Department of Ecology.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. [help]
No, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment. Any impacts to
groundwater and surface water will be addressed at the project specific level.
3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so,
describe. [help]
No, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment. Any impacts to
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drainage patterns and surface water will be addressed at the project specific level.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern
impacts, if any: [help]
None, N/A.
4. Plants [help]
a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: [help]
x deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
x evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
x shrubs
grass
pasture
crop or grain
Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops.
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? [help]
None, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment.
c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. [help]
Whitebark Pine, Golden Paintbrush
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on
the site, if any: [help]
None, N/A.
e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. [help]
None, N/A. This is a Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Amendment.
5. Animals [help]
a. List any birds and other animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on
or near the site. [help]
Hawks, songbirds, deer, bear, elk, coyote and other small mammals.
Examples include:
birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other
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b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. [help]
None known.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. [help]
None known.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: [help]
None, N/A.
e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. [help]
None known.
6. Energy and Natural Resources [help]
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. [help]
None. N/A
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally
describe. [help]
No, 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: [help]
None.
7. Environmental Health [help]
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.
[help]
No.
1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. [help]
None known.
2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and
design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within
the project area and in the vicinity. [help]
None known.
3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the
project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating life of the project. [help]
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None, N/A.
4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. [help]
None, N/A.
5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: [help]
None.
b. Noise [help]
What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment,
operation, other)? [help]
None, N/A.
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. [help]
None for this proposal. Mineral extraction site specific permits and SEPA would evaluate and
adhere to Jefferson County Code requirements for any future long term noise.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: [help]
None.
8. Land and Shoreline Use [help]
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current land uses
on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe. [help]
The current use of the proposed MRL overlay is CF-80 (Commercial Forestry). All property
adjacent to the proposed overlay is commercial forest zoning.
b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe. How
much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses as
a result of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated, how many acres in
farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or nonforest use? [help]
The site is zoned and used as commercial forest land (CF-80). The MRL overlay is an interim use,
after reclamation the property will revert to its underlying zoning. After project specific permits for
mineral extraction are approved, Miles Sand & Gravel will work with the property owner on
conversion of forest properties to mineral extraction area, then upon reclamation, the property will
be restored to underlying zoning, currently commercial forestry.
1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business
operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and
harvesting? If so, how: [help]
No.
c. Describe any structures on the site. [help]
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None.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? [help]
No.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? [help]
CF-80 (Commercial Forestry)
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? [help]
CF-80 (Commercial Forestry)
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? [help]
None.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. [help]
Some wetlands are shown in the County’s mapping system near the proposed MRL overlay
area. These wetlands and any other critical areas will be taken into consideration, along with
any required buffers during the project specific application process.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? [help]
None for this proposal.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? [help]
None.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: [help]
None, N/A.
l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and
plans, if any: [help]
The proposed MRL overlay is adjacent to previously approved MRL overlay designation properties,
as well as adjacent to existing mineral extraction facilities. The property is within and surrounded
by commercial forestry property. After reclamation the property will revert to its underlying use, as
mineral extraction is a temporary use.
m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term
commercial significance, if any: [help]
None. The property will revert to commercial forest zoning upon reclamation.
9. Housing [help]
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-
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income housing. [help]
None.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-
income housing. [help]
None.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: [help]
None, there are no impacts.
10. Aesthetics [help]
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal
exterior building material(s) proposed? [help]
None for this proposal.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? [help]
None for this proposal.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: [help]
None.
11. Light and Glare [help]
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? [help]
None, N/A.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? [help]
No.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? [help]
None.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: [help]
None.
12. Recreation [help]
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? [help]
None.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. [help]
No.
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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to
be provided by the project or applicant, if any: [help]
None.
13. Historic and cultural preservation [help]
a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over 45 years old listed
in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers ? If so, specifically describe.
[help]
No.
b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This
may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of
cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to
identify such resources. [help]
None known. Historic and cultural preservation will be evaluated at the project specific level.
c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or
near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of archeology and
historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc. [help]
This proposal only addresses Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan amendment and Zoning
Amendment. Historic and cultural preservation will be evaluated further at the project specific level.
d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance to
resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. [help]
None, N/A.
14. Transportation [help]
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and describe
proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. [help]
SR 104 will be the access to the MRL overlay area. Wahl Lake Road though Miles Sand & Gravel’s
existing facility will be the primary access to the site, along with existing logging roads.
b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If
not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? [help]
No. Public transit is not available within or near the site.
c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal have? How
many would the project or proposal eliminate? [help]
None.
d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle or
state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public
or private). [help]
Not at this time.
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e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation?
If so, generally describe. [help]
No, water, rail or air transportation are not proposed.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal? If known,
indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such
as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make
these estimates? [help]
None for this proposal.
g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest
products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. [help]
No.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: [help]
None.
15. Public Services [help]
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police
protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. [help]
No.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. [help]
None.
16. Utilities [help]
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: [help]
electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other
No utilities are currently available at the site.
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. [help]
None proposed as part of this application.
C. Signature [help]
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: Patricia Larson
Name of signee Patricia Larson
Position and Agency/Organization Corporate Programs Manager/Miles Sand & Gravel Company
Date Submitted: 3/1/2021
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D. supplemental sheet for nonproject actions [help]
(IT IS NOT NECESSARY to 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 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 proposal is a request for an amendment to the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and
Zoning Map. Project specific evaluation will evaluate discharge to water; emissions to air;
production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise. Mineral
extraction under a project specific permit would be the future use.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
General mitigation measures for site specific mineral extraction are described below.
Project specific impacts will be evaluated under the future site specific permits and
future SEPA:
A site specific stormwater plan will be prepared for mineral extraction facilities under
DOE NPDES Permit and Jefferson County Public Works.
A clean air permit will be obtained from the appropriate authority.
A Spill Control Plan is included in the Site Management Plan as required by the DOE
NPDES Permit.
Noise levels for specific mineral extraction activity will be evaluated for the site, and
will comply with Jefferson County Code.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
The proposal is a request for an amendment to the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and Zoning
Map. Future mineral extraction will require the removal of trees as an interim use, some animals may
become displaced into the surrounding commercial forest lands.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
Mineral extraction is an interim use, after mineral extraction is complete, the property will revert to the
underlying use which is currently commercial forestry (CF-80).
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
The proposal is a request for an amendment to the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and Zoning
Map which will not have any impact on energy and natural resources. Future use of mineral extraction
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will use fossil fuels to power equipment used in excavation and reclamation of the site. Mineral
extraction in itself will process and deplete the mineral resource.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
Electrical equipment is used when practical and all equipment using fossil fuels will be properly
maintained to make them as efficient as possible. Mineral extraction is an interim use, after mineral
extraction is complete, the property will revert to the underlying use which is currently commercial
forestry (CF-80).
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 is a request for an amendment to the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and Zoning
Map. For the subsequent use, site specific permits and SEPA will be necessary.
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
Evaluation of the impacts will be addressed under the site specific permits. Site specific SEPA will
identify and determine any necessary protection levels for parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers,
threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains or prime
farmlands.
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 is a request for an amendment to the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and Zoning
Map. Subsequent use could consider any shoreline impact in the SEPA process through buffering.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
For the subsequent use, site specific permits will be necessary and required buffer of shorelines will be
determined per Jefferson County Code during the SEPA process.
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and
utilities?
The proposal is a request for an amendment to the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and Zoning
Map. For the subsequent use, site specific plans will be necessary to determine impacts to
transportation or public services and utilities.
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
Evaluation of the impacts will be addressed the site specific permits and SEPA in regards to
transportation or public services and utilities.
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements
for the protection of the environment.
Page 14 of 12SEPA Environmental checklist (WAC 197-11-960)July 2016
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Exhibit B
The Applicant requests an amendment to the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map to
include land for Mineral Resources Land (MRL) overlay. MRL is used to “overlay” or designate the property
as a mineral resource extraction area as an interim use. The underlying land use designation of Commercial
Forestry (CF80) would still exist, and forestry would remain the subsequent use after mineral resource
extraction and reclamation are complete. The amendment to the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan and
Zoning Map would allow the Applicant to seek the project-specific approvals for mineral resource extraction.
The MRL overlay designation in this proposal will add approximately 200 acres to MRL overlay designated
property at the locations shown on the map exhibits. The geographic area proposed for addition to the MRL
overlay is located in the vicinity of existing MRL overlay areas, where there is an existing mineral extraction
facility. Properties surrounding the proposed MRL overlay area are in forestry use. Future uses of the
proposed MRL overlay, on an interim basis, are expected to include sand and gravel extraction and
processing, which will coincide with existing forestry uses on areas not being actively mined. The proposed
MRL overlay area is owned by Rayonier. Mineral resource extraction and associated activities within this area
will be conducted by Miles Sand & Gravel Company.
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Exhibit E
a) Is growth and development as envisioned in the Comprehensive Plan occurring faster or slower
than anticipated, or is failing to materialize?
a. There has been larger than anticipated market for construction aggregates in the local
markets due to generalized growth in the area. In order to meet the future demand it is
necessary to increase areas of MRL overlay within Jefferson County.
b) Has the capacity of the county to provide adequate services diminished or increased?
a. The capacity has not changed.
c) Is sufficient urban land designated and zoned to meet projected demand and need?
a. Not applicable.
d) Are any of the assumptions upon which the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan is based no
longer valid, or is new information available which was not considered during the adoption
process or any annual amendments of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan?
a. The assumptions in the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan are still valid. For
example on page 2-7 of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan it states that “At
present, the Mineral Resource Lands overlay covers a relatively small area compared to
the extent of the potential mineral resources available in the county.” Designating the
proposed MRL overlay will begin to help close the gap between designated property and
available mineral resources.
e) Does the proposed amendment reflect the current widely held values of the residents of
Jefferson County?
a. The need for Sand and Gravel is recognized by the Jefferson County Comprehensive
Plan, and also by the Growth Management Act that shapes it. Past amendments in
Jefferson County for expansion of the MRL overlay have been met with both positive
and negative responses. It is possible the expansion of the MRL overlay could be met
with mixed support by the residents. The expansion areas are adjacent to or very near
existing mining operations and are isolated from potentially sensitive uses. This presents
an opportunity for the County’s mineral resource needs to be met with greater
sensitivity the values of residents.
f) Do changes in county-wide attitudes necessitate amendments to the goals of the plan and the
basic values embodied within the Comprehensive Plan Vision Statement?
a. No, MRL overlay designation and mineral resource use is supported in the
Comprehensive Plan and Vision Statement.
g) Do changes in circumstances dictate a need for amendment?
a. Not applicable.
h) Do inconsistencies exist between the Comprehensive Plan and the GMA or the Comprehensive
Plan and the County-wide Planning Policy for Jefferson County?
a. The proposed amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and County-wide
Planning policy for Jefferson County.
i) Does the proposal meet concurrency requirements for transportation?
a. Not applicable directly but the sites are near transportation arteries that currently serve
mineral extraction uses.
j) Does the proposal adversely affect adopted level of service standards for public facilities and
services other than transportation (e.g., sheriff, fire and emergency medical services, parks, fire
flow, and general governmental services)?
a. No.
k) Is the proposal consistent with the goals, policies and implementation strategies of the various
elements of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan?
a. Yes. The Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan states that mineral resources should be
protected for future use (pg 2-7). This proposed MRL overlay designation will reserve
this area for future mineral resources extraction.
l) Will the proposal result in probable significant adverse impacts to the county’s transportation
network, capital facilities, utilities, parks, and environmental features that cannot be mitigated?
a. For this proposal there are no impacts to the county’s transportation network, capital
facilities, utilities, parks, and environmental features. Any future potential Impacts will
be evaluated specifically during project specific permit review and the SEPA process.
m) Will the proposal place uncompensated burdens upon existing or planned service capabilities?
a. No. Evaluation of service capabilities will be evaluated during project specific permitting
and SEPA for future uses.
n) How is the subject parcel(s) physically suitable for the requested land use designation and the
anticipated land use development including, but not limited to the following:
a. Access: See Map Exhibit C1. Access is from SR-104. This is the access for existing mineral
resource extraction facilities on Wahl Lake Rd.
b. Provision of utilities: necessary utilities will be evaluated further at the project specific
level.
c. Compatibility with existing and planned surrounding land uses? The existing zoning is
CF-80; the proposed MRL overlay designation will be on CF-80 zoned land, and the use
will remain forestry until mineral extraction activities occur. At reclamation the
property will revert back to forestry which will remain the underlying use. All property
abutting the proposed MRL overlay is forestry use.
o) Will the proposal, if adopted, create a pressure to change the land use designation of other
properties?
No.
If the answer is yes, how would such change of land use designation on other properties be in
the long-term best interests of the county as a whole?
p) Does the proposed site-specific amendment materially affect the land use and population
growth projections that are the bases of the Comprehensive Plan?
a. No, an MRL overlay is a temporary use, the property will revert back to CF-80 once
reclaimed. The property is commercial forestry and is not intended to be inhabited.
q) If the proposed redesignation/rezone is located within an unincorporated urban growth area
(UGA), would the proposal materially affect the adequacy or availability of urban facilities and
services to the immediate areas and the overall UGA?
The proposal areas are not in the UGA.
r) Is the proposed amendment consistent with the Growth Management Act (Chapter 36.70A
RCW), the Countywide Planning Policy for Jefferson County, and other applicable inter-
jurisdictional policies or agreements, and any other local, state or federal laws?
Yes. The GMA governs the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan. Both plans supports
designation of mineral resource land for future commercial use.
1101 South Fawcett Avenue, Suite 200
Tacoma, Washington 98402
253.383.4940
February 26, 2021
Miles Sand & Gravel Company
400 Valley Avenue NE
Puyallup, Washington 98372
Attention: Ryan Ransavage
Subject: Geologic Summary Report
Shine Facility – Wahl Extraction Area MRL Overlay Expansion
Jefferson County, Washington
File No. 1355-035-06
We understand that Miles Sand & Gravel Company (Miles) is in the process of applying for a Mineral
Resource Lands Overlay District (MRL) expansion adjacent to their existing Wahl Extraction Area (WEA),
which is currently an operational construction aggregate extraction and processing facility. The purpose of
this report is to provide information required by Jefferson County Code (JCC) 18.20.240, Mineral extraction,
mining, quarrying and reclamation, for the designation of Mineral Resource Lands. In accordance with
JCC 18.20.240, this report includes the following information: (1) types of materials present on the site,
(2) quantity and quality of each material, (3) lateral extent of deposit(s), (4) depth of deposits, (5) depth of
overburden and (6) method of extraction.
PROPOSED MINERAL RESOURCE LANDS EXPANSION AREA
The proposed MRL expansion area comprises glaciated terrain south of State Route 104 and west of Hood
Canal. The proposed expansion area totals 200 acres adjacent and contiguous with existing MRL
designated areas (Figure 1). There are four sub-areas that are proposed to be added to the MRL overlay:
Areas A, B, C and D (Figure 2). This area is currently zoned and used for Commercial Forestry (CF-80) and
is part of the approximately 16,000-acre Thorndyke Tree Farm. The proposed area is owned and operated
by Rayonier Inc.
GEOLOGIC SETTING
Geologic conditions in the vicinity of the site are primarily the result of at least four regional continental
glaciations that advanced into Jefferson County during the Pleistocene (between approximately 12,000
and 2.6 million years ago) (Booth et al. 2004). During each glaciation, a complex assortment of till, outwash,
ice-contact stratified drift and glaciolacustrine sediments were deposited (Grimstad and Carson 1981).
The regional glaciations were separated by nonglacial or interglacial periods. The dominant sediments
representing the interglaciations are fine grained fluvial, lacustrine, marine sediments and peat.
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During these glacial and interglacial periods, the bedrock of Western Washington and Western British
Columbia were eroded. Sediment was then deposited in glacial fluvial systems throughout the Puget
Lowland in advance of the glacial front and during glacial retreat. These sand and gravel deposits are the
main source of construction aggregates in Western Washington.
The proposed MRL area is located along the Thorndyke Creek valley. The valley is oversized in relation to
the current Thorndyke fluvial system, indicating that during the most recent glacial retreat, a much larger
fluvial system occupied the valley. Additionally, the location of this area between the Puget Sound and
Salish Sea, paired with the surface structure, indicate the site was a main drainage for glacial Lake Bretz
(Contreras et al. 2013). The geologic conditions described above indicate the MRL expansion area is likely
underlain by marketable sand and gravel reserves.
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
Geologic maps of the project area indicate near surface soils generally consist of glacial sediments which
can be broken into three main material types: (1) Vashon recessional outwash / Vashon ice-contact
deposits (Qgo, Qgog, Qgic), (2) Vashon glacial till (Qgt) and (3) Olympia nonglacial deposits (Qco) (Contreras
et al. 2013, 2014).
Subsurface conditions in the MRL expansion area were evaluated by advancing three borings (SWE-1B,
SWE-4B and SWE-5B) at the locations show on Figure 2. The borings were advanced between February 15
and 25, 2021 by Holt Services using sonic drilling techniques and observed by Miles geologists. Subsurface
soils encountered in the explorations are generally consistent with the geologic maps. Logs of the borings
completed by Miles and reviewed by GeoEngineers are included in Attachment 1.
Vashon Recessional Outwash Deposits (Ogo, Qgog, Qgic)
Vashon recessional outwash deposits generally consist of loose, moderately to well sorted sand and gravel
with varying amounts of cobbles and silt. Vashon recessional outwash was deposited during and just after
the last retreat of glacial ice from Western Washington by meltwater channels. Deposits of recessional
outwash are typically 10 to 100 feet thick (Contreras et al. 2013).
Vashon ice-contact deposits generally consist of a mixture of loose to dense cobbly pebble gravel and
subglacial melt-out till (i.e.diamicton) and can be massive or well stratified. Vashon ice-contact deposits
were deposited from within or from the surface of the retreating ice or by meltwater running on, within or
adjacent to stagnant ice (Grimstad and Carson1981). It is difficult to distinguish between Vashon
recessional outwash and ice-contact deposits(Contreras et al. 2014).
Well graded sand and gravel with varying amounts of cobbles, boulders and silt, interpreted to be Vashon
recessional outwash deposits, were observed in borings SWE-1B and SWE-5B completed in Area D to
depths of approximately 71 feet and 51 feet, respectively (Attachment 1).
Vashon Glacial Till (Qgt)
Vashon glacial till deposits (also referred to as Vashon glacial drift – Qvd) generally consist of a complex
mixture of compacted, unsorted, unstratified clay, silt, sand and gravel (i.e., diamicton). Glacial till was
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deposited at the base of, and subsequently overridden by, the advancing glacier and therefore, has been
compacted to a dense condition (Contreras et al. 2013).
Silty, well graded sand and gravel with cobbles, interpreted to be glacial drift, was observed in boring
SWE-4B from 2½ feet to approximately 25 feet below ground surface (bgs). Between depths of 25 and 49
feet, the glacial drift transitioned to an economically viable sand and gravel deposit with significantly less
silt (Attachment 1).
Olympia Nonglacial Deposits (Qco)
Olympia nonglacial deposits generally consist of loose to moderately compact, well sorted, massive to well
bedded and stratified sand and silt. Olympia nonglacial deposits represent distal Olympic and Cascade
alpine outwash deposited in a floodplain or lacustrine environment when the Puget Lowland was ice free.
Unit Qco is as much as 200 feet thick and is distributed throughout eastern Jefferson County (Contreras et
al. 2013).
In many areas around Puget Sound, Vashon glacial till is underlain by Vashon advance outwash (Qva), which
is similar in nature to the Olympia nonglacial deposits of eastern Jefferson County. According to Contreras,
et al. (2014) without age data, the Vashon advance outwash and the older nonglacial deposits appear so
similar that they cannot be separated.
A thick sequence of massive, well graded sand and well graded gravel with trace silt, interpreted to be
Vashon advance outwash and/or Olympia nonglacial deposits, was observed beneath the Vashon
recessional outwash in borings SWE-1B and SWE-5B, and beneath the Vashon glacial till/glacial drift in
boring SWE-4B, to the completion depths of the borings (Attachment 1).
SITE CHARACTERISTICS
There are four areas (A, B, C and D) that are proposed to be added to the MRL overlay and the existing WEA
are delineated on Figure 2. Areas A through C and the WEA are mapped as Vashon recessional outwash
gravel (Qgog), which is the material that Miles has been mining since 2013. Based on the glacial fluvial
structures observed in the site Lidar imagery (Figure 2), Areas A through C match the same glacial fluvial
structures of the WEA and appear to be a continuation of the same deposit. Based on borings completed
for the original WEA Conditional Use Permit, the aggregate deposit at the WEA site is approximately 40 to
65 feet thick. As such, Areas A through C contain high-quality aggregate deposits and should be included
in the Jefferson County MRL designation.
Area D is located southwest of the WEA and south of Thorndyke Creek (Figure 2). Area D is also mapped as
Vashon recessional outwash gravel (Qgog). Area D was drilled to assess the extent and thickness of
aggregate. The material identified in borings SWE-1B and SWE-5B consists of sand and gravel deposits
interpreted to be Vashon recessional outwash, Vashon advance outwash and/or Olympia nonglacial
deposits, occurring between approximately 2 and 145 feet bgs (Attachment 1). The material identified in
boring SWE-4B consists of Vashon glacial till/drift to a depth of 25 feet, underlain by sand and gravel
deposits interpreted to be Vashon advance outwash and/or Olympia nonglacial deposits to a depth of
146 feet. As such, Area D contains high-quality aggregate deposits and should be included in the Jefferson
County MRL designation.
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The material properties and quantities are summarized in Table 1, based on the available topographic
information, current mine conditions and subsurface data obtained for the MRL overlay expansion project.
The materials are of high quality and will meet Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)
standards once processed.
TABLE 1. MATERIAL PROPERTIES AND QUANTITIES FOR AREAS A THROUGH D
Proposed
Expansion Area Quality
Area
(Acres)
Maximum Depth
of Deposit
(feet)
Depth of
Overburden
(feet)
Quantity
(tons)
Area A High 22 45 3 1,200,000
Area B High 14 60 3 1,100,000
Area C High 11 40 3 500,000
Area D High 152 146 2 to 25 12,000,000
METHOD OF EXTRACTION
The proposed extraction methods include standard methods of sand and gravel extraction, including earth
moving equipment such as bulldozers, loaders, excavators, haul trucks and conveyors. Once the material
is removed from the ground, it is transported to be processed. The processing consists of sizing and/or
washing the material. Material over approximately 1 inch in size is crushed and processed into material for
road or foundation base and asphalt production. Blasting is not proposed for this project. In-water mining
is not proposed for this project.
CONCLUSIONS
Based on the information reviewed, proposed expansion Areas A through D are underlain by high-quality
aggregate deposits of long-term commercial significance and should be included in the Jefferson County
MRL designation.
LIMITATIONS
We have prepared this report for Miles Sand & Gravel Company for the Wahl Extraction Area MRL overlay
expansion project located in Jefferson County, Washington. Miles Sand & Gravel Company may distribute
copies of this report to their authorized agents and regulatory agencies as may be required for the project.
Within the limitations of scope, schedule and budget, our services have been executed in accordance with
generally accepted practices in the field of engineering geology in this area at the time this report was
prepared. The conclusions, recommendations and opinions presented in this report are based on our
professional knowledge, judgment and experience. No warranty or other conditions, express or implied,
should be understood.
Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table and/or figure), if
provided, and any attachments should be considered a copy of the original document. The original
document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
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REFERENCES
Booth, D.B., Troost, K.G., Clague, J.J., and Waitt, R.B. 2004. The Cordilleran ice sheet, in Gillespie, A.R.,
Porter, S.C., and Atwater, B.F., editors, The Quaternary Research, Elsevier Press, p. 17-43.
Contreras, T.A.; Stone, K.A.; Paulín, G.L. 2013. Geologic map of the Lofall 7.5-minute quadrangle, Jefferson
and Kitsap Counties, Washington: Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources Map Series
2013-03, 1 sheet, scale 1:24,000, 19 p. text.
Contreras, T. A.; Patton, A. I.; Paulín, G.L., Hubert, I.J., Cakir, R., Carson, R.J. 2014. Geologic map of the
Quilcene 7.5-minute quadrangle, Jefferson County, Washington: Washington Division of Geology
and Earth Resources Map Series 2014-03, 1 sheet, scale 1:24,000, 27 p. text.
Grimstad, P., Carson, R.J. 1981. Geology and ground-water resources of eastern Jefferson County,
Washington: Washington Department of Ecology Water Supply Bulletin No. 54, 125 p., 3 plates.
Sincerely,
GeoEngineers, Inc.
Bridget A. August, LG, LHG Mark P. Molinari, LG, LHG
Senior Hydrogeologist Principal
BAA:MPM:mce
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Attachments:
Figure 1. Area Map Showing Lateral Extent of Proposed Mineral Resource Lands Overlay
Figure 2. Lidar Hillshade Map
Attachment 1. Boring Logs for Expansion Area D
2/26/21
Figure 1. Area Map Showing Lateral Extent of Proposed Mineral Resource Lands Overlay
Source: Miles Sand & Gravel Company
Figure 2. Lidar Hillshade Map
Source: Miles Sand & Gravel Company
ATTACHMENT 1
Boring Logs for Expansion Area D
From: Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Sent: Friday, February 19, 2021 2:46 PM
To: Joel Peterson
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
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Joel,
Thank you for the additional information!
Have a great weekend!
PATRICIA LARSON
CORPORATE PROGRAMS MANAGER
Office: 253.833.3705 x 461
Mobile: 253.736.3066
400 Valley Ave NE • Puyallup, WA 98372-2516
WWW.MILES.ROCKS
From: Joel Peterson [mailto:JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us]
Sent: Friday, February 19, 2021 8:38 AM
To: Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
Importance: High
Patricia:
Thanks for asking. Yes, you will need to complete Section D for non-project actions (i.e. zoning overlay).
Here’s Ecology’s help page on Section D. https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-
Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist-guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-D-
Non-project-actions
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Sent: Friday, February 19, 2021 8:29 AM
To: Joel Peterson <JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
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Good Morning Joel,
I am just finishing up the SEPA application and I see there is a supplemental sheet “D”. Does that need
to be completed? I have actually never encountered this supplement before. I don’t see that sheet in
the sample you sent over and since it’s a Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Zoning change I don’t
think these area applicable?
Thank you for your input and assistance.
PATRICIA LARSON
CORPORATE PROGRAMS MANAGER
Office: 253.833.3705 x 461
Mobile: 253.736.3066
400 Valley Ave NE • Puyallup, WA 98372-2516
WWW.MILES.ROCKS
From: Joel Peterson [mailto:JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us]
Sent: Friday, February 12, 2021 2:01 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
Ryan and Patricia:
Thank you for your participation at our pre-application conference. I was able to finish the Critical Area
maps just now. I’ve attached screen captures showing the legend, and map compositions created by the
computer program.
Maps included for:
Critical Aquifer Recharge Area—Susceptible
Wetlands
DNR Streams – Type F has 150-foot buffer, Type N will be between 50 to 75 feet.
Geologic Hazard Areas - Note, the County no longer regulates Slight Landslide Hazard areas, but the map
may be useful in planning.
Please contact me if you have any questions or additional information needs.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Joel Peterson
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 2:44 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2021-00004)
Ryan:
I’ve attached a compilation of code references with highlights of areas to discuss tomorrow. This is a
rush job, so I apologize for the informal document. I don’t have any additional time to work on this until
tomorrow when we talk.
Broadly, from what I can tell, the MRL approval will be your “permit”. I see that there are some
conditions where—even with an MRL overlay—you could also be required to obtain a conditional use
permit. I also see that a CUP is required for non-MRL-designated areas.
Therefore, the reports and BMPs will be part of the MRL approval, and will need to be submitted in
order to have a complete application. I would imaging you already have this information in some
fashion. We can discuss how to pull it together to make a complete application by March 1st, then if we
are missing something, Community Development can request it during our review.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 1:20 PM
To: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>; Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
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Heidi,
Attached is the signed document.
Please let me know if you need anything else.
Thank you
Ryan Ransavage
253-833-3705 x436
253-377-1760
ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks
-------- Original message --------
From: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Date: 2/10/21 11:30 AM (GMT-08:00)
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>, Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>, Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
Hi!
Your application for a pre-application meeting has been received. The submittal items appear to be
missing required signatures on page 3, would you please provide these?
Thankyou,
Heidi Reid
Community Development Tech
Jefferson County Community Development
621 Sheridan St., Port Townsend, WA 98368
Mon-Thurs 9am - 4:30pm, closed from 12-1
Ph: 360-379-4450
http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us
EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY 4:30PM 3/18/2020 DCD WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
Although this limited customer interaction means we may not be able to assist you in-person, please be
assured that DCD will continue to accept applications and review and issue development permits,
primarily through phone, email, and mail.
Please visit our website https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/dcd to see how we can best serve you during this
time, including setting up Customer Assistance Meetings.
Email: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
Phone: 360-379-4450
Mail: 621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend, WA 98368
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From: Joel Peterson
Sent: Friday, February 19, 2021 8:38 AM
To: Patricia Larson
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
Importance: High
Patricia:
Thanks for asking. Yes, you will need to complete Section D for non-project actions (i.e. zoning overlay).
Here’s Ecology’s help page on Section D. https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-
Permits/SEPA/Environmental-review/SEPA-guidance/SEPA-checklist-guidance/SEPA-Checklist-Section-D-
Non-project-actions
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Sent: Friday, February 19, 2021 8:29 AM
To: Joel Peterson <JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening
attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders.
Good Morning Joel,
I am just finishing up the SEPA application and I see there is a supplemental sheet “D”. Does that need
to be completed? I have actually never encountered this supplement before. I don’t see that sheet in
the sample you sent over and since it’s a Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Zoning change I don’t
think these area applicable?
Thank you for your input and assistance.
PATRICIA LARSON
CORPORATE PROGRAMS MANAGER
Office: 253.833.3705 x 461
Mobile: 253.736.3066
400 Valley Ave NE • Puyallup, WA 98372-2516
WWW.MILES.ROCKS
From: Joel Peterson [mailto:JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us]
Sent: Friday, February 12, 2021 2:01 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
Ryan and Patricia:
Thank you for your participation at our pre-application conference. I was able to finish the Critical Area
maps just now. I’ve attached screen captures showing the legend, and map compositions created by the
computer program.
Maps included for:
Critical Aquifer Recharge Area—Susceptible
Wetlands
DNR Streams – Type F has 150-foot buffer, Type N will be between 50 to 75 feet.
Geologic Hazard Areas - Note, the County no longer regulates Slight Landslide Hazard areas, but the map
may be useful in planning.
Please contact me if you have any questions or additional information needs.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Joel Peterson
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 2:44 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2021-00004)
Ryan:
I’ve attached a compilation of code references with highlights of areas to discuss tomorrow. This is a
rush job, so I apologize for the informal document. I don’t have any additional time to work on this until
tomorrow when we talk.
Broadly, from what I can tell, the MRL approval will be your “permit”. I see that there are some
conditions where—even with an MRL overlay—you could also be required to obtain a conditional use
permit. I also see that a CUP is required for non-MRL-designated areas.
Therefore, the reports and BMPs will be part of the MRL approval, and will need to be submitted in
order to have a complete application. I would imaging you already have this information in some
fashion. We can discuss how to pull it together to make a complete application by March 1st, then if we
are missing something, Community Development can request it during our review.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 1:20 PM
To: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>; Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening
attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders.
Heidi,
Attached is the signed document.
Please let me know if you need anything else.
Thank you
Ryan Ransavage
253-833-3705 x436
253-377-1760
ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks
-------- Original message --------
From: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Date: 2/10/21 11:30 AM (GMT-08:00)
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>, Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>, Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
Hi!
Your application for a pre-application meeting has been received. The submittal items appear to be
missing required signatures on page 3, would you please provide these?
Thankyou,
Heidi Reid
Community Development Tech
Jefferson County Community Development
621 Sheridan St., Port Townsend, WA 98368
Mon-Thurs 9am - 4:30pm, closed from 12-1
Ph: 360-379-4450
http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us
EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY 4:30PM 3/18/2020 DCD WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
Although this limited customer interaction means we may not be able to assist you in-person, please be
assured that DCD will continue to accept applications and review and issue development permits,
primarily through phone, email, and mail.
Please visit our website https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/dcd to see how we can best serve you during this
time, including setting up Customer Assistance Meetings.
Email: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
Phone: 360-379-4450
Mail: 621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend, WA 98368
***Email may be considered a public record subject to public disclosure under RCW 42.56***
***Email may be considered a public record subject to public disclosure under RCW 42.56***
From: Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Sent: Friday, February 19, 2021 8:29 AM
To: Joel Peterson
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when
opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders.
Good Morning Joel,
I am just finishing up the SEPA application and I see there is a supplemental sheet “D”. Does that need
to be completed? I have actually never encountered this supplement before. I don’t see that sheet in
the sample you sent over and since it’s a Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Zoning change I don’t
think these area applicable?
Thank you for your input and assistance.
PATRICIA LARSON
CORPORATE PROGRAMS MANAGER
Office: 253.833.3705 x 461
Mobile: 253.736.3066
400 Valley Ave NE • Puyallup, WA 98372-2516
WWW.MILES.ROCKS
From: Joel Peterson [mailto:JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us]
Sent: Friday, February 12, 2021 2:01 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
Ryan and Patricia:
Thank you for your participation at our pre-application conference. I was able to finish the Critical Area
maps just now. I’ve attached screen captures showing the legend, and map compositions created by the
computer program.
Maps included for:
Critical Aquifer Recharge Area—Susceptible
Wetlands
DNR Streams – Type F has 150-foot buffer, Type N will be between 50 to 75 feet.
Geologic Hazard Areas - Note, the County no longer regulates Slight Landslide Hazard areas, but the map
may be useful in planning.
Please contact me if you have any questions or additional information needs.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Joel Peterson
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 2:44 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2021-00004)
Ryan:
I’ve attached a compilation of code references with highlights of areas to discuss tomorrow. This is a
rush job, so I apologize for the informal document. I don’t have any additional time to work on this until
tomorrow when we talk.
Broadly, from what I can tell, the MRL approval will be your “permit”. I see that there are some
conditions where—even with an MRL overlay—you could also be required to obtain a conditional use
permit. I also see that a CUP is required for non-MRL-designated areas.
Therefore, the reports and BMPs will be part of the MRL approval, and will need to be submitted in
order to have a complete application. I would imaging you already have this information in some
fashion. We can discuss how to pull it together to make a complete application by March 1st, then if we
are missing something, Community Development can request it during our review.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 1:20 PM
To: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>; Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when
opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders.
Heidi,
Attached is the signed document.
Please let me know if you need anything else.
Thank you
Ryan Ransavage
253-833-3705 x436
253-377-1760
ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks
-------- Original message --------
From: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Date: 2/10/21 11:30 AM (GMT-08:00)
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>, Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>, Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
Hi!
Your application for a pre-application meeting has been received. The submittal items appear to be
missing required signatures on page 3, would you please provide these?
Thankyou,
Heidi Reid
Community Development Tech
Jefferson County Community Development
621 Sheridan St., Port Townsend, WA 98368
Mon-Thurs 9am - 4:30pm, closed from 12-1
Ph: 360-379-4450
http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us
EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY 4:30PM 3/18/2020 DCD WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
Although this limited customer interaction means we may not be able to assist you in-person, please be
assured that DCD will continue to accept applications and review and issue development permits,
primarily through phone, email, and mail.
Please visit our website https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/dcd to see how we can best serve you during this
time, including setting up Customer Assistance Meetings.
Email: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
Phone: 360-379-4450
Mail: 621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend, WA 98368
***Email may be considered a public record subject to public disclosure under RCW 42.56***
***Email may be considered a public record subject to public disclosure under RCW 42.56***
From: Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Sent: Friday, February 12, 2021 2:49 PM
To: Joel Peterson
Cc: Brad Barton; Ryan Ransavage
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when
opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders.
Joel,
Thank you for the additional information.
Have a great weekend!
PATRICIA LARSON
CORPORATE PROGRAMS MANAGER
Office: 253.833.3705 x 461
Mobile: 253.736.3066
400 Valley Ave NE • Puyallup, WA 98372-2516
WWW.MILES.ROCKS
From: Joel Peterson [mailto:JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us]
Sent: Friday, February 12, 2021 2:01 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
Ryan and Patricia:
Thank you for your participation at our pre-application conference. I was able to finish the Critical Area
maps just now. I’ve attached screen captures showing the legend, and map compositions created by the
computer program.
Maps included for:
Critical Aquifer Recharge Area—Susceptible
Wetlands
DNR Streams – Type F has 150-foot buffer, Type N will be between 50 to 75 feet.
Geologic Hazard Areas - Note, the County no longer regulates Slight Landslide Hazard areas, but the map
may be useful in planning.
Please contact me if you have any questions or additional information needs.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Joel Peterson
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 2:44 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2021-00004)
Ryan:
I’ve attached a compilation of code references with highlights of areas to discuss tomorrow. This is a
rush job, so I apologize for the informal document. I don’t have any additional time to work on this until
tomorrow when we talk.
Broadly, from what I can tell, the MRL approval will be your “permit”. I see that there are some
conditions where—even with an MRL overlay—you could also be required to obtain a conditional use
permit. I also see that a CUP is required for non-MRL-designated areas.
Therefore, the reports and BMPs will be part of the MRL approval, and will need to be submitted in
order to have a complete application. I would imaging you already have this information in some
fashion. We can discuss how to pull it together to make a complete application by March 1st, then if we
are missing something, Community Development can request it during our review.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 1:20 PM
To: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>; Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when
opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders.
Heidi,
Attached is the signed document.
Please let me know if you need anything else.
Thank you
Ryan Ransavage
253-833-3705 x436
253-377-1760
ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks
-------- Original message --------
From: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Date: 2/10/21 11:30 AM (GMT-08:00)
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>, Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>, Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
Hi!
Your application for a pre-application meeting has been received. The submittal items appear to be
missing required signatures on page 3, would you please provide these?
Thankyou,
Heidi Reid
Community Development Tech
Jefferson County Community Development
621 Sheridan St., Port Townsend, WA 98368
Mon-Thurs 9am - 4:30pm, closed from 12-1
Ph: 360-379-4450
http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us
EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY 4:30PM 3/18/2020 DCD WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
Although this limited customer interaction means we may not be able to assist you in-person, please be
assured that DCD will continue to accept applications and review and issue development permits,
primarily through phone, email, and mail.
Please visit our website https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/dcd to see how we can best serve you during this
time, including setting up Customer Assistance Meetings.
Email: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
Phone: 360-379-4450
Mail: 621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend, WA 98368
***Email may be considered a public record subject to public disclosure under RCW 42.56***
***Email may be considered a public record subject to public disclosure under RCW 42.56***
From: Joel Peterson
Sent: Friday, February 12, 2021 2:01 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage; Patricia Larson
Cc: Brad Barton
Subject: RE: Pre-Application Follow-up -- Critical Area Maps
Attachments: DNR Streams Screen Capture.PNG; DNR Streams Map Composition.pdf; Wetlands
Screen Capture.PNG; Wetlands Map Composition.pdf; Slight Landslide Hazard -
Screen Capture.PNG; Slight Landslide Hazard Map Composition.pdf; CARA -SUSC
Screen Capture.PNG; CARA--SUSC Map Composition.pdf
Ryan and Patricia:
Thank you for your participation at our pre-application conference. I was able to finish the Critical Area
maps just now. I’ve attached screen captures showing the legend, and map compositions created by the
computer program.
Maps included for:
Critical Aquifer Recharge Area—Susceptible
Wetlands
DNR Streams – Type F has 150-foot buffer, Type N will be between 50 to 75 feet.
Geologic Hazard Areas - Note, the County no longer regulates Slight Landslide Hazard areas, but the map
may be useful in planning.
Please contact me if you have any questions or additional information needs.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Joel Peterson
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 2:44 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2021-00004)
Ryan:
I’ve attached a compilation of code references with highlights of areas to discuss tomorrow. This is a
rush job, so I apologize for the informal document. I don’t have any additional time to work on this until
tomorrow when we talk.
Broadly, from what I can tell, the MRL approval will be your “permit”. I see that there are some
conditions where—even with an MRL overlay—you could also be required to obtain a conditional use
permit. I also see that a CUP is required for non-MRL-designated areas.
Therefore, the reports and BMPs will be part of the MRL approval, and will need to be submitted in
order to have a complete application. I would imaging you already have this information in some
fashion. We can discuss how to pull it together to make a complete application by March 1st, then if we
are missing something, Community Development can request it during our review.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 1:20 PM
To: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>; Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening
attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders.
Heidi,
Attached is the signed document.
Please let me know if you need anything else.
Thank you
Ryan Ransavage
253-833-3705 x436
253-377-1760
ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks
-------- Original message --------
From: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Date: 2/10/21 11:30 AM (GMT-08:00)
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>, Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>, Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
Hi!
Your application for a pre-application meeting has been received. The submittal items appear to be
missing required signatures on page 3, would you please provide these?
Thankyou,
Heidi Reid
Community Development Tech
Jefferson County Community Development
621 Sheridan St., Port Townsend, WA 98368
Mon-Thurs 9am - 4:30pm, closed from 12-1
Ph: 360-379-4450
http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us
EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY 4:30PM 3/18/2020 DCD WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
Although this limited customer interaction means we may not be able to assist you in-person, please be
assured that DCD will continue to accept applications and review and issue development permits,
primarily through phone, email, and mail.
Please visit our website https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/dcd to see how we can best serve you during this
time, including setting up Customer Assistance Meetings.
Email: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
Phone: 360-379-4450
Mail: 621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend, WA 98368
***Email may be considered a public record subject to public disclosure under RCW 42.56***
Sou rce : Es ri , M ax a r, GeoEye, Ea r thstar Ge o graphic s, C N ES/Air b u s D S, U SDA, U SG S, Ae r oGR ID, IG N,an d the GIS Us er C o m mu ni ty, J e ffer son C ou nty WA , WA DN R , Jeffe rs on Coun ty, WA., Pr o -Wes t &Assoc iates, In c.³These data are provided on an "AS -IS" basis, without warrant y of any type, expressed or implied, including but not limited to any warranty as to their performance, merchant ability, or f it ness f or any particular purpose.Th is map is not a substitut e f or accu ra te field surveys or fo r lo catin g a ctu al property lin es a nd any a djace nt fea tures.
DNR Stream s
Da te : 2 /1 2/20 211:36,112
Sou rce : Es ri , M ax a r, GeoEye, Ea r thstar Ge o graphic s, C N ES/Air b u s D S, U SDA, U SG S, Ae r oGR ID, IG N,an d the GIS Us er C o m mu ni ty, J e ffer son C ou nty WA , WA DN R , Jeffe rs on Coun ty, WA., Pr o -Wes t &Assoc iates, In c.³These data are provided on an "AS -IS" basis, without warrant y of any type, expressed or implied, including but not limited to any warranty as to their performance, merchant ability, or f it ness f or any particular purpose.Th is map is not a substitut e f or accu ra te field surveys or fo r lo catin g a ctu al property lin es a nd any a djace nt fea tures.
Wetlands
Da te : 2 /1 2/20 211:36,112
Sou rce : Es ri , M ax a r, GeoEye, Ea r thstar Ge o graphic s, C N ES/Air b u s D S, U SDA, U SG S, Ae r oGR ID, IG N,an d the GIS Us er C o m mu ni ty, J e ffer son C ou nty WA , WA DN R , Jeffe rs on Coun ty, WA., Pr o -Wes t &Assoc iates, In c.³These data are provided on an "AS -IS" basis, without warrant y of any type, expressed or implied, including but not limited to any warranty as to their performance, merchant ability, or f it ness f or any particular purpose.Th is map is not a substitut e f or accu ra te field surveys or fo r lo catin g a ctu al property lin es a nd any a djace nt fea tures.
Slight Landslide H azard
Da te : 2 /1 2/20 211:36,112
Sou rce : Es ri , M ax a r, GeoEye, Ea r thstar Ge o graphic s, C N ES/Air b u s D S, U SDA, U SG S, Ae r oGR ID, IG N,an d the GIS Us er C o m mu ni ty, J e ffer son C ou nty WA , WA DN R , Jeffe rs on Coun ty, WA., Pr o -Wes t &Assoc iates, In c.³These data are provided on an "AS -IS" basis, without warrant y of any type, expressed or implied, including but not limited to any warranty as to their performance, merchant ability, or f it ness f or any particular purpose.Th is map is not a substitut e f or accu ra te field surveys or fo r lo catin g a ctu al property lin es a nd any a djace nt fea tures.
Critic al Aquifer R echarge Area (CA RA)--Susc eptible (SU SC )
Da te : 2 /1 2/20 211:36,112
From: Joel Peterson
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 2:44 PM
To: Ryan Ransavage
Cc: Brad Barton; Patricia Larson
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2021-00004)
Attachments: code.docx
Ryan:
I’ve attached a compilation of code references with highlights of areas to discuss tomorrow. This is a
rush job, so I apologize for the informal document. I don’t have any additional time to work on this until
tomorrow when we talk.
Broadly, from what I can tell, the MRL approval will be your “permit”. I see that there are some
conditions where—even with an MRL overlay—you could also be required to obtain a conditional use
permit. I also see that a CUP is required for non-MRL-designated areas.
Therefore, the reports and BMPs will be part of the MRL approval, and will need to be submitted in
order to have a complete application. I would imaging you already have this information in some
fashion. We can discuss how to pull it together to make a complete application by March 1st, then if we
are missing something, Community Development can request it during our review.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 1:20 PM
To: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>; Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>; Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening
attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders.
Heidi,
Attached is the signed document.
Please let me know if you need anything else.
Thank you
Ryan Ransavage
253-833-3705 x436
253-377-1760
ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks
-------- Original message --------
From: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Date: 2/10/21 11:30 AM (GMT-08:00)
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>, Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>, Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
Hi!
Your application for a pre-application meeting has been received. The submittal items appear to be
missing required signatures on page 3, would you please provide these?
Thankyou,
Heidi Reid
Community Development Tech
Jefferson County Community Development
621 Sheridan St., Port Townsend, WA 98368
Mon-Thurs 9am - 4:30pm, closed from 12-1
Ph: 360-379-4450
http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us
EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY 4:30PM 3/18/2020 DCD WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
Although this limited customer interaction means we may not be able to assist you in-person, please be
assured that DCD will continue to accept applications and review and issue development permits,
primarily through phone, email, and mail.
Please visit our website https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/dcd to see how we can best serve you during this
time, including setting up Customer Assistance Meetings.
Email: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
Phone: 360-379-4450
Mail: 621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend, WA 98368
***Email may be considered a public record subject to public disclosure under RCW 42.56***
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Ch: 18.15 JCC
Mineral Resource Lands (MRL).
(a) Mineral Resource Lands Overlay District (MRL). The mineral resource land district is to
provide for the conservation of mineral lands of long-term commercial significance (Article VI-C
of this chapter). The intent of this district is to aid in sustaining and enhancing mineral
extraction and processing activities of long-term commercial significance by protecting
designated lands from incompatible development and to allow for the continued contribution of
mineral lands to the Jefferson County economy. [Ord. 8-06 § 1]
18.15.170 Designation procedures.
A mineral resource land (MRL) overlay district may be applied based upon the following criteria, only
upon acceptance by the county of a complete application from a property owner and upon approval
of a redesignation in accordance with Chapter 18.45 JCC and processed as a Comprehensive Plan
amendment. MRLs of long-term commercial significance are those lands from which the commercial
extraction of minerals (sand, gravel, rock, and other valuable aggregate or metallic substances) can
be anticipated within 20 years and which are characterized by all of the following:
(1) Have a known or potential extractable resource in commercial quantities verified by submittal of a
geologic and economic report prepared by a qualified professional;
(2) The parcel is a minimum of 10 acres in size;
(3) The subject property is surrounded by parcels no smaller than five acres in size on 100 percent
of its perimeter;
(4) The current or future land use designation will not exceed a residential density of one dwelling
unit per five acres;
(5) Are not within any shoreline designation, urban growth area or rural village center or within one-
half mile of any established or potential urban growth area or rural village center boundary, as shown
on the official maps of the Comprehensive Plan; and
(6) Are not within a regulated wetland or fish and wildlife habitat area pursuant to
Chapter 18.22 JCC. [Ord. 14-18 § 4 (Exh. B); Ord. 8-06 § 1]
18.15.180 Nuisance and disclosure provisions.
(1) Nuisance. The following shall not be considered a nuisance: mineral resource extraction and
processing activities, operations (except between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. and on weekends),
facilities or appurtenances thereof, conducted or maintained for commercial mineral resource
extraction and processing purposes on land designated as mineral resource land (MRL), regardless
of past or future changes in the surrounding area land use or land use designation.
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(2) Disclosure. The disclosure statement in subsection (2)(b) of this section shall be used under the
following circumstances and in the following manner:
(a) Approval of any land division, land use, building, or development of lands adjacent to or
within 500 feet of lands designated as mineral resource land (MRL) shall be conditioned on the
execution by the applicant of a statement of acknowledgment containing the disclosure
statement on forms provided by the department of community development. However, if a
disclosure conforming to the provisions of this section has been provided for a prior permit,
subsequent disclosures shall not be required.
(b) The required disclosure statement is as follows:
If your real property is within five hundred (500) feet of real property within an area designated as
Mineral Resource Land (MRL), you may be subject to inconveniences or discomforts arising from
such operations, including but not limited to noise, tree removal, odors, fumes, dust, smoke, the
operation of machinery, and the storage and disposal of aggregate products. One or more of the
inconveniences described may occur as a result of extraction and processing operations which
are in conformance with existing laws and regulations. Jefferson County has determined that the
use of certain real properties for mineral resource extraction and processing activities is
necessary to ensure resource availability in the County. The County will not consider to be a
nuisance those inconveniences or discomforts arising from extraction and proc essing operations,
if such operations are consistent with commonly accepted best management practices and
comply with local, state, and federal laws.
[Ord. 8-06 § 1]
18.15.155 Established.
Overlay districts provide regulations in addition to those of other sections in this code for certain land
areas and for uses which warrant specific recognition and management. See the official maps for the
location of the overlay districts. Except as otherwise provided in this Article VI, the provisions of an
overlay district shall prevail over any conflicting provisions of this code for the duration of the overlay
district, subject to RCW Title 36. All other provisions of this code shall remain in full force and effect
within the overlay district.
18.20.240 Mineral extraction, mining, quarrying and reclamation.
(1) In addition to meeting all other applicable requirements of this code, including this section, all new
mineral extraction and mineral processing activities located outside of an approved mineral resource
land (MRL) overlay district designation (as specified in Article VI-C of Chapter 18.15 JCC) shall be subject
to the following standards:
(a) New mineral extraction and mineral processing activities in rural residential districts shall require a
conditional use permit subject to a Type III permit approval process.
(b) The total disturbed area of mineral extraction, mining and quarrying sites (excluding access roads)
and any associated mineral processing activities shall not exceed 10 acres. Any proposed mineral
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extraction which would create disturbed areas in excess of 10 gross acres shall require an MRL
designation in accordance with Article VI-C of Chapter 18.15 JCC.
(2) The following standards apply to all surface mining and reclamation activities:
(a) All surface extraction shall be performed in full compliance with the Washington State Surface
Mining Act (Chapter 78.44 RCW). Other extraction must conform with all applicable Washington State
laws.
(b) Applications for development permits for extraction shall be accompanied by a report prepared by a
professional geologist which shall include at least the following information:
(i) Types of materials present on the site;
(ii) Quantity and quality of each material;
(iii) Lateral extent of deposit(s);
(iv) Depth of deposit(s);
(v) Depth of overburden; and
(vi) Method of extraction.
(c) All extraction, surface mining, and reclamation operations must, to the extent possible, employ best
management practices (see Chapter 18.30 JCC) for drainage and erosion and sedimentation control,
buffer zones, and other precautionary measures as appropriate to protect adjoining lands, surface and
groundwater quality and quantity, natural drainage systems, critical areas, wildlife habitat, and scenic
resources from adverse impacts resulting from the extraction operations and to meet the standards of
this code and other applicable county, state, and federal codes and regulations.
(d) Topsoil or other overburden having value for agriculture or other beneficial uses shall not be
removed or disposed of in a manner which will reduce its value or prevent its future use.
(e) Spoils shall be placed outside of critical areas and their buffers, and shoreline areas. Final slope angle
shall be no steeper than 1.5:1. Best management practices shall be employed for drainage and other
controls so that: (i) spoils are properly drained and do not cause ponding; (ii) runoff water meets the
requirements and standards of this code and other applicable county, state and federal codes and
regulations; and (iii) mass soil movement is prevented.
(f) All extraction and reclamation activities that create a noise disturbance must take place between 7:00
a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on weekdays, unless extended hours of operation are authorized for emergency
purposes by the administrator. No use shall be made of equipment or material which produces
unreasonable vibration, noise, dust, smoke, odor, electrical interference to the detriment of adjoining
property or the persons having the quiet use and enjoyment of that adjoining property.
(g) The alteration, intensification, and expansion of existing gravel pits and surface mining operations is
allowed subject to reasonable performance standards to ensure that alteration, intensification, and
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expansion of such uses have minimal adverse impacts on surrounding areas and uses; and provided,
that:
(i) If increased off-site impacts (noise, vibration, dust, traffic) would result from expansion,
intensification, or modification, a conditional use permit shall be required.
(ii) Modification to include a new use or operation (e.g., a rock crusher) shall require a conditional use
permit subject to a Type III permit approval process.
(h) The following performance standards are required for mining, quarrying and asphalt/concrete batch
operations located within a designated susceptible aquifer recharge area or special aquifer recharge
protection area. Mining, quarrying and asphalt/concrete batch operations in such areas must also
comply with the best management practices identified in JCC 18.30.170 for those activities. Asphalt
batch plants are prohibited in special aquifer recharge protection areas (JCC 18.15.250(1)(b)).
(i) Mining, quarrying, cement concrete batch plants, and asphalt concrete batch plants located within a
designated critical aquifer recharge area shall, prior to approval and operation, submit a site evaluation
report to Jefferson County for review and approval. Prior to preparation of a site evaluation report, the
applicant shall prepare and submit a scope of work for the report to Jefferson County for review and
approval.
(ii) At a minimum, the site evaluation report shall contain the following elements: (A) permeability of the
unsaturated zone, (B) location of nearby sensitive areas (wellhead protection areas, special protection
areas, etc.), (C) groundwater depths and flow direction, (D) location, construction, and use of existing
wells within one-quarter mile of the subject site, (E) site map at one inch to 2,000 feet scale, (F) activity
characterization, (G) proposed best management practices, and (H) a contingency plan. In addition, the
following detailed information about the hydrogeologic characteristics of the site and a prediction of the
behavior of a contaminant may be required: (A) background water quality compiled over at least a one-
year period, (B) contaminant transport modeling based on potential releases to groundwater, (C)
modeling of groundwater withdrawal effects, (D) geologic and hydrogeologic characteristics including,
but not limited to, surface water on-site and with the subbasin or watershed that may have interactions
with groundwater or surface contaminants, and (E) groundwater monitoring plan provisions.
(iii) Gravel mining and rock quarrying operations located within a designated critical aquifer recharge
area shall, prior to approval and operation, obtain a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
and State Waste Discharge Individual General Permit (NPDES) for process water, stormwater, and mine
dewatering water discharges from the Washington State Department of Ecology, Water Quality
Program.
(iv) Cement concrete batch plants, and asphalt concrete batch plants located within a designated critical
aquifer recharge area shall, prior to approval and operation, obtain a National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System and State Waste Discharge Individual Permit from the Washington State Department
of Ecology, Water Quality Program.
(v) Mining, quarrying, cement concrete batch plants, and asphalt concrete batch plants located within a
designated critical aquifer recharge area shall demonstrate that the proposed activities shall not cause
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degradation of the groundwater quality below the standards described in Chapter 173-200 WAC (Water
Quality Standards for Ground Water of the State of Washington).
(vi) Mining, quarrying, cement concrete batch plants, and asphalt concrete batch plants located within a
designated critical aquifer recharge area shall, pursuant to JCC 18.30.170(1), implement the Washington
State Department of Ecology’s Storm Water, Water Quality, Hazardous Waste, Wetland, and Solid
Waste Program BMPs and relevant BMPs from the Departments of Health, Agriculture, Transportation,
and State Conservation District Office or demonstrate through a best management practices report
pursuant to JCC 18.30.170(2), how they will integrate other necessary and appropriate mitigating
measures on the design, installation, and management of the proposed facility or use.
(vii) Provide a written agreement to the county providing that all employees at mining, quarrying,
cement concrete batch plants, or an asphalt batch plant site, will be notified that the operation lies
above an aquifer recharge area and providing annual training regarding all measures set forth by the
BMPs established in JCC 18.30.170 (1).
(viii) Mining, quarrying, cement concrete batch plants, and asphalt concrete batch plants located within
a designated critical recharge area shall at all times comply with Olympic Air Pollution Control Authority
permit requirements.
(ix) Mining, quarrying, cement concrete batch plants, and asphalt concrete batch plant operations
located within a designated critical area aquifer recharge area shall engage a third party, selection of
which is approved in advance by the county, to monitor compliance with regulations and conditions
pertaining to their NPDES/state waste discharge permit. Reports shall be prepared and distributed as
required in the NPDES/state permit with copies to the county each month unless the permit requires
quarterly reporting, in which case copies will be provided to the county quarterly.
(x) Mining, quarrying, cement concrete batch plants, and asphalt concrete batch plant operations
located within a designated critical area aquifer recharge area shall submit an annual report to the
county evaluating implementation of the Department of Natural Resources approved reclamation plan.
A qualified, independent consultant approved by the county shall prepare the report. The report shall
identify how restoration of the site compares to the approved reclamation plan and whether any
corrective action is contemplated by the applicant or required by the Department of Natural Resources.
[Ord. 14-18 § 4 (Exh. B); Ord. 8-06 § 1]
18.30.170 Mining, quarrying and asphalt/concrete batch plant
best management practices in critical aquifer recharge areas.
The following shall be considered minimum development standards necessary only for mineral
extraction, quarrying and asphalt/concrete batch plant operations located in susceptible aquifer
recharge areas or special aquifer recharge protection areas as defined in Article VI-E of
Chapter 18.15 JCC. See also the performance and use-specific standards requirements of
JCC 18.20.070 (Asphalt and Concrete Batch Plants) and JCC 18.20.240 (Mineral Extraction, Mining,
Quarrying and Reclamation) for general mining, quarrying and asphalt/concrete batch plant
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operations. Asphalt batch plants are prohibited in special aquifer recharge protection areas
(JCC 18.15.250(1)(b)).
(1) Best Management Practices.
(a) Concrete and Asphalt Production at Stationary Sites. This activity applies to any activity
that mixes raw materials on-site to produce or enhance concrete or asphalt. It also applies to
subsequent activities such as pouring concrete structures, and making other concrete and
asphalt products. Mishandling of raw materials on concrete production can introduce
suspended solids and heavy metals to stormwater runoff and cause pH increases in receiving
waters. In addition, stormwater pollution can result from washing of waste concrete from
trucks, forms, wheelbarrows, buckets, and other equipment in the work area. The loose
chunks of aggregate resulting from washing of equipment can easily reach storm drains, either
in the wash water itself or in stormwater runoff. Asphalt emulsion and chunks of aggregate can
easily wash off of equipment used in mixing and production in a similar manner as concrete.
Mobile concrete pouring and asphalt application are covered under a separate activity in these
administrative rules. Concrete production at mining sites is also covered by this activity.
(i) Minimum Requirements. The following BMPs, or equivalent measures, methods, or
practices, are required if you are engaged in concrete and asphalt mixing and production:
(A) Discharge all process water from production, pouring, and equipment cleaning
activities to a sump, process water treatment or recycling system, or sanitary sewer
system.
(B) Contain the production and pouring area to prevent stormwater from entering the
area and carrying pollutants away.
(C) Routine maintenance.
(I) Sweep the production and pouring areas weekly, if it is paved, to collect
loose chunks of aggregate and raw material particles for recycling or proper
disposal.
(II) Do not hose down area to a storm drain.
(ii) Additional BMPs. The following BMPs, intended to provide improved pollution control,
may be required of an applicant by the administrator in a manner consistent with
Chapter 18.40 JCC:
(A) Use an oil control device in the catch basins to treat stormwater runoff.
(B) Cover the production area with provisions for prevention of stormwater run on.
(C) Pave the mixing, production and/or pouring area(s) with a slope to a central
collection area. For concrete production and pouring activities, a sump drain should
not be provided because it would be quickly clogged with hardened concrete. It may
not be wise to segregate the mixing and pouring area from the curing area because
wastewater from curing applications could be collected by a drain. By sloping the
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pavement to a central location, loose chunks of concrete or asphalt aggregate can
be collected more easily and recycled or disposed of properly.
(b) Storage of Liquid Materials in Stationary Tanks. This section applies to any activity that
stores any type of liquid chemicals, waste oils, solvents, or petroleum products in above-
ground storage tanks. Leaking tanks on these sites can contribute toxic compounds, oils and
greases, heavy metals, abnormal pH, and nutrients to stormwater runoff. In addition, spills may
occur during liquid transfer operations to and from the tanks.
This activity does not apply to underground storage tanks or to businesses permitted by the
Washington State Department of Ecology to treat, store, or dispose of dangerous wastes.
Storage of reactive, combustible, or flammable liquids must comply with the fire code
requirements and may need to comply with the Washington State Department of Ecology
regulations.
(i) Minimum Requirements. The following BMPs, or equivalent measures, methods or
practices are required if you are engaged in storage of liquid materials in stationary tanks:
(A) Store and contain liquid materials in such a manner that if the tank is ruptured,
the contents will not discharge, flow or be washed into the storm drainage system,
surface waters, or groundwater.
OR
(B) If the liquid is oil, gas or other material that separates from and floats on water,
install a spill control device (such as a tee section) in the catch basins that collect
runoff from the storage tank area.
(C) Routine Maintenance.
(I) Place drip pans or absorbent materials beneath all mounted taps, and at all
potential drip and spill locations during filling and unloading of tanks. Any
collected liquids or soiled absorbent materials must be reused/recycled or
properly disposed.
(II) Store and maintain appropriate spill cleanup materials in a location known
to all near the tank storage area; and ensure that employees are familiar with
the site’s spill control plan and/or proper spill cleanup procedures.
(III) Sweep and clean the storage area monthly if it is paved; do not hose down
the area to a storm drain.
(IV) Check tanks (and any containment sumps) daily for leaks and spills.
Replace tanks that are leaking, corroded, or otherwise deteriorating with tanks
in good condition. Collect all spilled liquids and properly dispose of them.
(c) Storage of Any Liquid Material in Portable Containers. This section applies to any activity
that stores any type of liquid chemicals, waste oils, solvents or petroleum products in portable
containers (such as drums). This activity covers permanent storage as well as temporary
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storage areas at temporary sites. Spills and drips of these liquids, or overtopping of storage
containers, can contribute toxic compounds, oils and greases, heavy metals, abnormal pH,
and nutrients to stormwater runoff.
This section does not apply to businesses that are permitted by the Washington State
Department of Ecology to treat, store, or dispose of dangerous waste. Storage of reactive,
combustible, or flammable liquids must comply with the Washington State Department of
Ecology regulations.
(i) Minimum Requirements. The following BMPs, or equivalent measures, methods, or
practices, are required if you are engaged in storage of liquid materials in portable
containers:
(A) Place tight-fitting lids on all containers.
(B) Enclose or cover the containers where they are stored. The local fire district
must be consulted for limitations on clearance of roof covers over containers used to
store flammable materials.
(C) Raise the containers off the ground by use of pallet or similar method, with
provisions for spill control.
OR
(D) Contain the material in such a manner that if the container leaks or spills, the
contents will not discharge, flow, or be washed into the storm drainage system,
surface waters, or groundwater.
(E) Place drip pans or absorbent materials beneath all mounted container taps, and
all potential drip and spill locations during filling and unloading of containers. Any
collected liquids or soiled absorbent materials must be reused/recycled or properly
disposed.
(F) Routine Maintenance.
(I) Store and maintain appropriate spill cleanup materials in a location that is
known to all employees near the tank storage areas, and ensure that
employees are familiar with the site’s spill control plan and/or proper spill
cleanup procedures.
(II) Sweep and clean storage area monthly if it is paved; do not hose down the
area to a storm drain.
(III) Check containers (and any containment sumps) daily for leaks and spills.
Replace containers that are leaking, corroded, or otherwise deteriorating with
ones in good condition. If the liquid chemicals are corrosive, containers made
of compatible materials must be used instead of metal drums. New or
secondary containers must be labeled with the product name and hazards.
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(IV) Collect all spilled liquids and properly dispose of them.
(d) Storage of Soil, Sand, Salt and Other Erodible Materials. This section applies to stockpiling
erodible raw materials such as soil, sawdust, gravel, sand and road de-icing salts. It covers
permanent sites as well as temporary construction sites and other temporary locations. Raw
material stockpiles can easily erode due to wind or precipitation and contribute suspended
solids, nutrients, heavy metals, and abnormal pH to stormwater runoff.
(i) Minimum Requirements. The following BMPs, or equivalent measures, methods, or
practices, are required if you are engaged in the storage or stockpiling of erodible
material on a normal or temporary basis:
(A) Site and contain the stockpiles of raw material in such a manner so as to prevent
off-site impacts of surface water runoff, erosion, and sedimentation.
(B) Routine Maintenance.
(I) Sweep paved storage areas monthly for collection and disposal of loose
solid materials; do not hose down the area to a storm drain or conveyance
ditch.
(II) Stock cleanup materials, such as brooms, dust pans, and vacuum
sweepers (if desired) near the storage unit.
(ii) Additional BMPs. The following BMPs, intended to provide improved pollution control,
may be required of an applicant by the administrator in a manner consistent with
Chapter 18.40 JCC:
(A) A catch basin insert, configured for sediment removal, may remove some of the
pollutants in runoff from this activity. (Catch basin inserts require frequent
maintenance to be effective. Carefully consider this when making your decision.)
(e) Engine Repair and Maintenance. This activity applies to operations that conduct engine
repair and maintenance in vehicles and other equipment. It also applies to mobile vehicle
maintenance operations, such as at construction sites. This common activity can lead to
immediate stormwater contamination if it is not done in a controlled manner. This activity can
contaminate stormwater with toxic hydrocarbons, other toxic organic compounds, oils and
greases, abnormal pH, and heavy metals. Related vehicle maintenance activities are covered
under the following activity headings in these administrative rules: “Painting, Finishing, and
Coating of Vehicles, Products and Equipment,” “Vehicle Washing and Stream Cleaning,”
“Fueling Operations, and Vehicle and Equipment Parking and Storage.”
(i) Minimum Requirements. The following BMPs, or equivalent measures, methods, or
practices, are required if you are engaged in engine repair and maintenance:
(A) If temporary work is being conducted outside, use tarp, ground cloth, or drip
pans beneath the vehicle or equipment to capture all spills and drips. The collected
drips and spills must be disposed of, reused, or recycled properly.
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(B) If the work is done on a regular basis at a stationary business location, move the
activity indoors.
(C) Routine Maintenance.
(I) Employees must be educated on proper handling and disposal of engine
fluids.
(II) Store and maintain appropriate spill clean up materials in a location known
to all; and ensure that employees are familiar with the site’s spill control plan
and/or proper spill cleanup procedures (reusable cloth rags can be used to
clean up small drips and spills instead of disposables; these can be washed by
a permitted industrial laundry; do not clean them at home or a coin-operated
laundry business).
(III) Sweep the maintenance area weekly, if it is not paved, to collect loose
particles, and wipe up all spills with rags and other absorbent material
immediately; do not hose down the area to a storm drain.
(ii) Additional BMPs. The following BMPs, intended to provide improved pollution control,
may be required of an applicant by the administrator in a manner consistent with
Chapter 18.40 JCC:
(A) Absorbent material such as pillows or brooms can be used around storm drains
or in catch basins to absorb oil and other substances. A qualified disposal contractor
must pick up used absorbent material containing oil or other engine fluids.
(B) A catch basin insert, configured for oil removal, may remove some of the
pollutants in runoff from this activity. (Catch basin inserts require frequent
maintenance to be effective. Carefully consider this when making your decisions.)
(f) Vehicle Washing and Steam Cleaning. This activity applies to operations that receive
shipments of bulk liquid materials by truck or rail and transfer those liquids into storage tanks
or containers or handle the truck or rail loading of liquid materials from tanks. Spills and drips
of these liquids can potentially contribute toxic organic compounds, oils and greases, nutrients,
heavy metals, and abnormal pH to stormwater runoff.
(i) Minimum Requirements. The following BMPs, or equivalent measures, methods, or
practices, are required if you are engaged in vehicle washing and steam cleaning:
(A) It is allowable to rinse down the body of a vehicle, including the bed of a truck,
with just water without doing any washwater control BMPs.
(B) If you wash (with mild detergents) on an area that infiltrates water, such as
gravel, grass or loose soil, it is acceptable to let the washwater infiltrate as long as
you only wash the body of the vehicles.
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(C) However, if you wash on a paved area and use detergents or other cleaners, or
if you wash/rinse the engine compartment or the underside of the vehicles, you must
do one of the following options:
(I) Designate and pave wash area to wash all vehicles in. Discharge wash
water from vehicle cleaning operations to a sanitary sewer, holding tank, or
process treatment system or process through an enclosed recycling system.
The local sewer authority may have limits on the types and amounts of
pollutants, such as oil and heavy metals that can be discharged to a sanitary
sewer. Absolutely no untreated wash water can enter storm drains.
OR
(II) Designate and pave wash area to wash all vehicles in. Use a storm drain
cover or other effective method of preventing all wash and rinse water from
entering a storm drain or other drainage system feature. All runoff from the
activity must be collected from proper disposal to a sanitary sewer. A wet
vacuum or pump can be used for this. There are several products commercially
available that enable collection of runoff. This requirement also applies to
mobile vehicle washing services.
OR
(III) Take the vehicles to a commercial car wash or use a mobile washing
service that complies with either of the previous options.
(D) Designated wash area must be well-marked with signs indicated where and how
washing must be done.
(E) Oil changes and other engine maintenance cannot be conducted in the
designated washing area.
(g) Optional BMPs. The BMPs listed below are measures that should be considered at all
times for improving pollution control. While these BMPs are not mandatory, applicants are
encouraged to incorporate them in their plan for implementing BMPs, and the administrator
may, in a manner that is consistent with Chapter 18.40 JCC, require that an applicant
implement one, several or all of the BMPs listed in this section. Implementing one, some or all
of these BMPs may reduce or eliminate the need to implement other more complex or costly
BMPs.
(i) Locate activities as far as possible from surface drainage paths. Locating activities on
high ground, far from drainage paths, ditches, gutters and storm drains allows more time
to recognize spills and act to prevent water contamination.
(ii) Avoid the activity or reduce its occurrence. Often an alternative production process or
material application process can be used to substitute for another, more polluting,
process. Ideally, a polluting activity can be avoided altogether, or its frequency of
occurrence reduced. An example is washing vehicles less often or taking vehicles to
commercial car washes or detail shops rather than washing on-site.
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(iii) Use less material. Improper disposal of excess material or increased application of
materials simply because excess is available can cause pollution. Purchase only the
amount of material that will be needed for foreseeable use. In most cases you will see
cost savings in both purchasing and disposal.
(iv) Use the least toxic materials available. All applications of solid and liquid materials
should use the least toxic products and raw materials available, whether in production;
cleaning; pesticide applications; or other uses.
(v) Create and/or maintain vegetated areas near activity location. Grass and types of
vegetation can filter out many pollutants in stormwater runoff. Vegetated areas should be
maintained around areas where polluting activities occur, especially down slope of activity
areas. Routine maintenance will keep vegetated areas healthy and capable of filtering
pollutants.
(vi) Recycle as much as possible. Recycling is always preferable to disposal of unwanted
materials. Leftover paints, finishes, cleaning materials, building materials, etc., may be
used by someone else, so don’t throw them away. Contact a neighbor, friend, school,
church, community group, theater group, etc., to see if your leftover materials can be
used. Many empty containers and other common items are recyclable. Contact the
Jefferson County Recycling Center for recycling options.
(vii) Educate others about stormwater pollution prevention. Educate your employees,
business associates, contractors, family, and friends about stormwater pollution control.
Encourage others to find solutions to stormwater pollution problems, and to continue
learning about pollution control techniques.
(viii) Implement treatment BMPs. Treatment BMPs are used to remove pollutants from
stormwater before being discharged from a site. These include oil separators and other
catch basin inserts that control pollutants in the piped system and as well as numerous
biological systems such as a biofiltration swales, infiltration, and constructed wetlands.
These BMPs may be a preferred option in certain circumstances.
(2) Best Management Practices (BMP) Report Criteria. The following criteria shall apply when
preparing a best management practices (BMP) report:
(a) The report shall be prepared by, or done under the direction of or designed by, a qualified
person with demonstrated expertise in the industry or field as demonstrated by a statement of
qualifications.
(b) The report will identify appropriate BMPs and how they will be employed to prevent
degradation of groundwater. Examples of BMPs are found in subsection (1) of this section. All
necessary technical data, drawings, calculations, and other information to describe application
of the BMPs must be supplied.
(c) The report shall identify how the applicant will satisfy the requirements of the Dangerous
Waste Regulations, Chapter 173-303 WAC, in the event that hazardous material is released
into the ground or groundwater.
Draft Work Product
Pre-Application Meeting PRE2021-000
Comprehensive Plan Amendment – Mineral Resource Land Overlay
(d) The report shall be reviewed by the department of community development or a consultant
hired by the county, at the applicant’s expense, for this review. The county may consult with
the Jefferson County health department, State of Washington Departments of Health or
Ecology, independent reviewer, or any parties as it sees fit. [Ord. 8-06 § 1]
From: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2021 1:20 PM
To: DCD Front Staff
Cc: Brad Barton; Patricia Larson; Joel Peterson
Subject: RE: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
Attachments: Document21021013_32_11 - Signed.pdf
CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or
clicking links, especially from unknown senders.
Heidi,
Attached is the signed document.
Please let me know if you need anything else.
Thank you
Ryan Ransavage
253-833-3705 x436
253-377-1760
ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks
-------- Original message --------
From: DCD Front Staff <dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Date: 2/10/21 11:30 AM (GMT-08:00)
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Cc: Brad Barton <bradb@gravelpits.com>, Patricia Larson <Patricia.Larson@miles.rocks>, Joel Peterson
<JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us>
Subject: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
Hi!
Your application for a pre-application meeting has been received. The submittal items appear to be
missing required signatures on page 3, would you please provide these?
Thankyou,
Heidi Reid
Community Development Tech
Jefferson County Community Development
621 Sheridan St., Port Townsend, WA 98368
Mon-Thurs 9am - 4:30pm, closed from 12-1
Ph: 360-379-4450
http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us
EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY 4:30PM 3/18/2020 DCD WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
Although this limited customer interaction means we may not be able to assist you in-person, please be
assured that DCD will continue to accept applications and review and issue development permits,
primarily through phone, email, and mail.
Please visit our website https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/dcd to see how we can best serve you during this
time, including setting up Customer Assistance Meetings.
Email: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
Phone: 360-379-4450
Mail: 621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend, WA 98368
***Email may be considered a public record subject to public disclosure under RCW 42.56***
2/11/2021
From: Joel Peterson
Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2021 11:31 AM
To: ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks; Patricia Larson
Subject: 2007 MRL Overlay Example
Attachments: MLA07-00090 MRLO.pdf
Ryan and Patricia:
Here’s an example of an MRLO from 2007, which was approved.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
From: DCD Front Staff
Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2021 11:30 AM
To: ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks
Cc: bradb@gravelpits.com; patricia.larson@miles.rocks; Joel Peterson
Subject: Your pre-application meeting(pre2020-00004)
Attachments: 2021 pre-app conference form QR code - fillable.pdf
Hi!
Your application for a pre-application meeting has been received. The submittal items appear to be
missing required signatures on page 3, would you please provide these?
Thankyou,
Heidi Reid
Community Development Tech
Jefferson County Community Development
621 Sheridan St., Port Townsend, WA 98368
Mon-Thurs 9am - 4:30pm, closed from 12-1
Ph: 360-379-4450
http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us
EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY 4:30PM 3/18/2020 DCD WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
Although this limited customer interaction means we may not be able to assist you in-person, please be
assured that DCD will continue to accept applications and review and issue development permits,
primarily through phone, email, and mail.
Please visit our website https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/dcd to see how we can best serve you during this
time, including setting up Customer Assistance Meetings.
Email: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
Phone: 360-379-4450
Mail: 621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend, WA 98368
Scan the QR code to access the digital form.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
621 Sheridan Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Tel: 360.379.4450 | Fax: 360.379.4451
Web: www.co.jefferson.wa.us/communitydevelopment
E-mail: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
PRE-APPLICATION CONFERENCE
Purpose
The purpose of the pre-application process is to ensure consistency with the applicable sections of JCC Title 18.
Process
1. Submit an application for a pre-application conference with the required items below.
2. Once submitted, staff will be assigned to the case, and they will coordinate with you on potential meeting dates.
3. Discuss project at meeting with all required departments. If necessary meeting will be held on site.
4. Receive written report from Jefferson County on process to move forward with project.
5. Submit all required applications for project; once approvals are issued, start project!
The Jefferson County Code (JCC) 18.40.090 & 18.25.640: When Required. Pre-application conferences are required
for all Type II, Type III, Type IV and Type V project applications and Type I project applications proposing impervious
surfaces of 10,000 square feet or more and/or non-single-family structures of 5,000 square feet or more.
Additionally, pre-application conferences are required for industrial, commercial, and critical area stewardship plan
applications. The administrator may exercise discretion not to require a pre-application conference if the
administrator determines that the conference information is self-evident, already transmitted, or would not add
value to the subsequent application. Pre-application conferences for all other types of applications are optional,
and requests for conferences will be considered by the administrator on a time-available basis. The consultation
includes preliminary review and administrative assistance. This service does not include extensive field inspection
or correspondence. Pre-application consultation does not limit subsequent administrative review.
At the conference, Department of Community Development personnel shall provide the applicant with:
1. A list of the requirements for a completed application;
2. A general summary of the procedures to be used to process the application;
3. The references to relevant code provisions or development standards that may apply to the approval of
the application; and
4. A list of any applicable hourly review fees that may be charged by one or more County agencies upon
the filing of a project permit application with the County.
Discussions at the conference or the information provided by the staff shall not bind or prohibit the County’s future
application or enforcement of all applicable laws and regulations. No statements or assurances made by County
representatives shall in any way relieve the applicant of their duty to submit an application consistent with all
relevant requirements of County, state and federal codes, laws, regulations and land use plans.
Required Submittal Items
Pre-Application Conference Application
Conceptual Design plan – see pg. 2
Permit Fees based on departments requested/required to attend for project type
List of everybody who will be involved in the meeting and/or project
Attach any special reports already completed for the project/parcel
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Application Directions
1. Please answer all questions on this form completely.
2. Attach one sketch of the Conceptual Design plan for the proposed use or activity, showing the following information:
a. Vicinity sketch;
b. North arrow and scale;
c. Property boundaries and identification of land uses on adjacent properties;
d. Means of ingress and egress;
e. Property/lot drainage;
f. Possible locations of sewage disposal and water supply systems;
g. Location of utility easements; and
h. Proposed location of buildings, including setbacks to property boundaries.
3. Attach payment of the applicable fee, as set forth in the Jefferson County Fee Ordinance.
Applicant Name:
Mailing address:
Telephone: email:
Representative:
Mailing address:
Telephone: email:
representative:
Telephone: email:
Representative:
Telephone: email:
Representative:
Telephone: email:
Include additional names on a separate sheet.
Property Description
General Location:
Legal Description (from Property Tax Statement):
9-Digit Parcel Number:
Total Acreage:
Zone:
% Lot Coverage:
This is the % of your property
that is covered by impervious
surface.
Applicant: Owner Lessee
Contract Purchaser Other ____________________________
The proposed site is located 3 miles southwest of the SR 19 and SR 104 intersection
SW1/4, S1, T27N,R1W; SW1/4 and SE1/4, S2, T27N, R1W; S11, T27N, R1W; NW1/4 and SW1/4, S12, T27N, R1W
TBD CF-80 0
Miles Sand & Gravel Company
400 Valley Ave NE, Puyallup WA 98372
2538333705
Ryan Ransavage
2533771760
400 Valley Ave NE, Puyallup WA 98372
ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks
Brad Barton
2538333705 bradb@gravelpits.com
Patricia Larson
2538333705 patrica.larson@miles.rocks
701011001, 701021002, 701121001, 701111001
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Project Description (attach additional pages if necessary)
Standard Disclosure
Information provided to a prospective applicant during the pre-application consultation is based on County regulations in effect at the
time of the pre-application consultation. Revised or new County regulations could affect a future development application. A pre-
application consultation does not vest a future development application.
By signing the application form, the applicant/owner attests that the information provided herein is true and correct to the best of their
knowledge. I also certify that this application is being made with the full knowledge and consent of all owners of the affected property.
Any material falsehood or any omission of a material fact made by the applicant/owner with respect to this application packet may result
in this permit being null and void.
I further agree to save, indemnify and hold harmless Jefferson County against all liabilities, judgments, court costs, reasonable attorney’s
fees and expenses which may in any way accrue against Jefferson County as a result of or in consequence of the granting of this permit.
I further agree to provide access and right of entry to Jefferson County and its employees, representatives or agents for the sole purpose
of application review and any required later inspections. This right of entry shall expire when the County (through the Administrator or
the Administrator’s representatives) concludes the application has complied with all applicable laws and regulations. Access and right of
entry to the applicant’s property shall be requested and shall occur only during regular business hours.
(Applicant signature)(Date)
I hereby designate ___________________________________________to act as my agent in matters related to this pre-application
conference.
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________
(Landowner signature) (Date)
OFFICE USE ONLY
Pre-Application Conference Fees
Land Use $485.00
Environmental Health – if requested/required to attend ($221.00)
Building – if requested/required to attend ($97.00)
Public Works – if requested/required to attend ($136.00)
Fire Marshall – if requested/required to attend ($97.00)
Scan Fee $24.00
Site Visit – optional ($194.00)
Subtotal
Technology Fee – 5% $
Total Fees $
Fees based on project and departments requested/required to attend.
The proposed project consists of expanding the existing Shine Wahl mine to the west. The processing will still take
place in the 19 acres approved processing area in its current location on Wahl Lake Rd. A conveyor would
transport the material from the new mining area to the existing processing area. Mining area would be reduced
with the exclusion of wetlands and associated buffers within the MRL. Mining would follow DNR requirements for
segmental mining and reclamation. The proposal would not alter truck trips or traffic impact. Stormwater for the
site will be infiltrated within the mining area.
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CONCEPTUAL DESIGN PLAN
Please submit (or attach) a site map that graphically shows the required conceptual design items listed on page 2.
Subject: Pre-Application Meeting--Mineral Resource Land Overlay (MRLO)
Location: virtual meeting
Start: Fri 2/12/2021 1:00 PM
End: Fri 2/12/2021 2:00 PM
Show Time As: Tentative
Recurrence: (none)
Meeting Status: Not yet responded
Organizer: DCD Large Conference Room
Required Attendees: ryan.ransavage@miles.rocks; Joel Peterson
Optional Attendees: Patricia Larson
Pre-Application Conference - Mineral Resource Overlay
Fri, Feb 12, 2021 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (PST)
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/744014181
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 744-014-181
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:
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SITE SPECIFIC APP.DOC REV. 9/23/2020 Page 1
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
621 Sheridan Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Tel: 360.379.4450 | Fax: 360.379.4451
Web: www.co.jefferson.wa.us/communitydevelopment
E-mail: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION
FORMAL SITE-SPECIFIC
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
MLA # PROJECT/APPLICANT NAME:
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 docket for the following calendar year.
Applications for UDC amendments may be considered on a rolling basis. Applications that are incomplete (i.e., that do
not include all of the information required under the Jefferson County Code) will be returned to the applicant.
Submittal Requirements
1. A completed Permit Application, completed and signed State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) checklist, and comprehensive
Plan Amendment fee, as set forth in the Jefferson County Fee Ordinance. Representative authorization is required if
application is not signed by owner.
2. Any additional information deemed necessary by the Administrator to evaluate the proposed amendment.
3. Please prepare and label as “Exhibit A,” a vicinity map showing the following:
a. The location of the area proposed to be redesignated;
b. The land use designation of all property within five hundred (500) feet of the site; and
c. The uses of all properties located within five hundred (500) feet of the site.
4. Please prepare and label as “Exhibit B,” a description of the proposed Plan and any associated development proposal(s), if
applicable. Applications must include plans and information or studies accurately depicting existing and proposed uses and
improvements. Applications for such redesignations 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 prepare and label as “Exhibit “C,” a map that depicts existing conditions on the site and within the general vicinity [i.e.,
within a three hundred (300)-foot radius]. The exhibit must depict topography, wetlands and buffers, easements and their
purpose, and means of access to the site. The intent of the exhibit is to clearly illustrate the physical opportunities and
constraints of the site.
6. The current land use designation/zoning of the site is:
7. The proposed land use designation/zoning of the site is:
8. The current use of the site is:
9. The proposed use of the site is:
10. If changes to Comprehensive Plan or UDC text are required, please prepare and label as “Exhibit D,” proposed amendatory
language (i.e., to affected text of both the Comprehensive Plan an d 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).
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11. Please prepare and label as “Exhibit E,” a thorough explanation of how the proposed redesignation/rezone and associated
development proposals, if any, meet, conflict with, or relate to the following inquiries:
a. Is growth and development as envisioned in the Comprehensive Plan is occurring faster or slower than anticipate d, or
is failing to materialize?
b. Has the capacity of the county to provide adequate services diminished or increased?
c. Is sufficient urban land designated and zoned to meet projected demand and need?
d. Are any of the assumptions upon which the Jefferson County Comprehensive Pla n is based no longer valid, or is new
information available which was not considered during the adoption process or any annual amendments of the
Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan?
e. Does the proposed amendment reflect the current widely held values of the residents of Jefferson County?
f. Do changes in county-wide attitudes necessitate amendments to the goals of the plan and the basic values embodied
within the Comprehensive Plan Vision Statement?
g. Do changes in circumstances dictated a need for amendment?
h. Do inconsistencies exist between the Comprehensive Plan and the GMA or the Comprehensive Plan and the County -
wide Planning Policy for Jefferson County?
i. Does the proposal meet concurrency requirements for transportation?
j. Does the proposal adversely affect adopted level of service standards for public facilities and services other than
transportation (e.g., sheriff, fire and emergency medical services, parks, fire flow, and general governmental
services)?
k. Is the proposal consistent with the goals, policies and implementation strategies of the various elements of the
Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan?
l. Will the proposal result in probable significant adverse impacts to the county’s transportation network, capital
facilities, utilities, parks, and environmental features that cannot be mitigated?
m. Will the proposal place uncompensated burdens upon existing or planned service capabilities?
n. How is the subject parcel(s) physically suitable for the requested land use designation and the anticipated land use
development including, but not limited to the following:
(i) Access;
(ii) Provision of utilities; and
(iii) Compatibility with existing and planned surrounding land uses?
o. Will the proposal, if adopted, create a pressure to change the land use designation of other properties? If the answer
is yes, how would such change of land use designation on other properties be in the long -term best interests of the
county as a whole?
p. Does the proposed site-specific amendment materially affect the land use and population growth projections that a re
the bases of the Comprehensive Plan?
q. If the proposed redesignation/rezone is located within an unincorporated urban growth area (UGA), would the
proposal materially affect the adequacy or availability of urban facilities and services to the immediate ar eas and the
overall UGA?
r. Is the proposed amendment consistent with the Growth Management Act (Chapter 36.70A RCW), the
Countywide Planning Policy for Jefferson County, and other applicable inter-jurisdictional policies or
agreements, and any other local, state or federal laws?
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12. Please provide an explanation of why the amendment is being proposed. (Attach additional sheets, if
necessary.)
13. The applicant hereby certifies that the statements contained in this application a re 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
PROPERTY OWNER’S SIGNATURE DATE
PROPERTY OWNER’S SIGNATURE DATE
PROPERTY OWNER’S SIGNATURE DATE
[NOTE: For all required signatures, representative authorization is required if application is not signed by the owner.]
Permit Application Page 1 of 2
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
621 Sheridan Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Tel: 360.379.4450 | Fax: 360.379.4451
Web: www.co.jefferson.wa.us/communitydevelopment
E-mail: dcd@co.jefferson.wa.us
PERMIT APPLICATION
Steps in the Permit Process:
-Review application checklist to ensure all information is completed prior to submitting application.
-Make sure septic has been applied for and water availability has been proven.
-Make an appointment to meet with the Permit Technician by calling 360-379-4450.
-This is not a standalone application; it must be accompanied by a project specific supplemental application.
-Fees will be collected at intake. Additional fees may apply after review and payment is required before permit is issued.
For Department Use Only Building Permit #
Related Application #s: MLA #
Site Information
Assessor Tax Parcel Number:
Site Address and/or Directions to Property:
Access (name of street(s)) from which access will be gained:
Present use of property:
Description of Work (include proposed uses):
Wastewater - Sewage Disposal
This property is served by Port Townsend or Port Ludlow sewer system? YES
NO
If not served by sewer identified above, identify type of septic system below:
Type of Sewage System Serving Property:
Septic
Septic Permit #:
Community Septic Name of System:
Case #:
Are other residences connected to the septic system?
Additions or repairs to sewage system:
Is it a complete or partial system installation: Complete Partial
Has a reserve drainfield been designated? Yes No
Date of Last Operations & Maintenance check: Attach last report to application
Describe or attach any drainfield easements, covenants or notices on title, which may impact the property:
Permit Application Page 2 of 2
The authorized agent/representative is the primary contact for all project -related questions and correspondence. The County will mail
/ e-mail requests and information about the application to the authorized agent/representative and will copy (cc) the owner noted
below. The authorized agent/representative is responsible for communicating the information to all parties involved with the
application. It is the responsibility of the authorized agent/representative and owner to ensure their mai lbox accepts County email (i.e.,
County email is not blocked or sent to “junk mail”).
Applicant/Property Owner Information
Property Owner:
Name:
Address:
Phone #:
E-mail Address:
Please contact Authorized Agent/Representative with project info. (select only one).
Property Owner Signature: Date:
Note: For projects with multiple owners, attach a separate sheet with each owner(s) information and signatures.
Applicant: Authorized Agent/Representative (If other than owner)
Name:
Address:
Phone #: E-mail Address:
Professional: Is this an Authorized Agent/Representative for this project? NO YES
Engineer Architect Surveyor Contractor Consultant
Name: License #
Address:
Phone #: E-mail Address:
Professional: Is this an Authorized Agent/Representative for this project? NO YES
Engineer Architect Surveyor Contractor Consultant
Name: License #
Address:
Phone #: E-mail Address:
Professional: Is this an Authorized Agent/Representative for this project? NO YES
Engineer Architect Surveyor Contractor Consultant
Name: License #
Address:
Phone #: E-mail Address:
By signing this application form, the owner/agent attests that the information provided herein, and in any attachments, is true and
correct to the best of his or her knowledge. Any material falsehood or any omission of a material fact made by the owner/agent with
respect to this application packet may result in making any issued permit null and void.
I further agree to that all activities I intend to undertake or complete associated with this permit will be performed in com pliance with
all applicable federal, state and county laws and regulations and I agree to provid e access and right of entry to Jefferson County and its
employees, representatives or agents for the sole purpose of application review and any required later inspections. Applicant may
request notice of the County’s intent to enter upon the property for visits related to this application and subsequent permit issuance.
Signature: Print Name: Date: ______________
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SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Purpose of checklist:
Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your
proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization
or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental
impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal.
Instructions for applicants:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please
answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult
with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use “not applicable” or "does
not apply" only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You
may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate answers to
these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision- making
process.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of
time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal
or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your
answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant
adverse impact.
Instructions for Lead Agencies:
Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to evaluate
the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The
checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an
adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is
responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents.
Use of checklist for nonproject proposals: [help]
For nonproject proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable
parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D). Please
completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or
site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead
agency may exclude (for non-projects) questions in Part B - Environmental Elements –that do not
contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal.
A. Background [help]
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: [help]
Proposed Amendments to the UDC, Title 8 and Title 18 Relating to Shooting Facilities in
Unincorporated Jefferson County
2. Name of applicant: [help]
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: [help]
621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend WA 98368; Michelle Farfan 360-379-4463
4. Date checklist prepared: [help]
November 14, 2019
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5. Agency requesting checklist: [help]
N/A
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): [help]
Hearing Scheduled for Planning Commission Deliberations 11/20/19
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with
this proposal? If yes, explain. [help]
No. The county is only planning to pass legislative ordinances.
8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared,
directly related to this proposal. [help]
Environmental information will be prepared for site specific commercial shooting facilities at time
of application submittal.
9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly
affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. [help]
No.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. [help]
Ordinance review, public hearing by the Jefferson County Planning Commission on November
5, 2019 and transmission from Planning Commission to the Jefferson County Board of
Commissioners. Ordinance review, public hearing and adoption by the Jefferson County Board
of Commissioners. Review by the Washington State Department of Commerce and other
agencies, per the Growth Management Act.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the
project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain
aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may
modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) [help]
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12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of
your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If
a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a
legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. 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. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Applies to all applicable property
within unincorporated Jefferson County.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS [help]
1. Earth [help]
a. General description of the site: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
(circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
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c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you
know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any agricultural land of long-term
commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe.
[help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of any
filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for
example, asphalt or buildings)? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
2. Air [help]
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction, operation, and
maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate
quantities if known. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally
describe. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
3. Water [help]
a. Surface Water:
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. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
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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. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
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. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description,
purpose, and approximate quantities if known. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
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. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
b. Ground Water:
1) Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a
general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the
well. Will water be discharged to groundwater? Give general description, purpose, and
approximate quantities if known. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
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. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
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. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
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3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so,
describe. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water, and drainage pattern
impacts, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated under
each permit or conditional use.
4. Plants [help]
a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: [help]
deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
shrubs
grass
pasture
crop or grain
Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops.
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
other types of vegetation
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on
the site, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
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5. Animals [help]
a. List any birds and other animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on
or near the site. [help]
Examples include:
birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other: mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
6. Energy and Natural Resources [help]
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. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally
describe. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
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: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
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under each permit or conditional use.
7. Environmental Health [help]
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.
[help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use. However, there is a potential for shooting facilities to expose the
environment to these hazards; however, each proposal will be reviewed against all applicable criteria.
1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and
design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within
the project area and in the vicinity. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the
project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating life of the project. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use. However, there is a potential for shooting facilities to expose the
environment to these hazards; however, each proposal will be evaluated against all applicable criteria.
4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use. Emergency services may be required at existing shooting
facilities within Jefferson County.
5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
b. Noise [help]
What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment,
operation, other)? [help]
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N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use. New or not legally established shooting facilities must be
analyzed as a conditional use permit and likely SEPA (unless an exemption applies). These processes
include noise as a consideration in their analysis.
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. [help]
This project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated under
each permit or conditional use.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: [help]
The project is to amend the Unified Development Code in a manner that requires a conditional use
permit for each use. Each potential site will be evaluated under SEPA for each permit or conditional
use. If necessary, mitigation measures may be implemented under SEPA or the conditional use
process.
8. Land and Shoreline Use [help]
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current land uses
on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe. How
much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses as
a result of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated, how many acres in
farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or nonforest use? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business
operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and
harvesting? If so, how: [help]
N/A – This project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be
evaluated under each permit or conditional use.
c. Describe any structures on the site. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
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e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code.
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code.
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and
plans, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term
commercial significance, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
9. Housing [help]
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-
income housing. [help]
N/A
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-
income housing. [help]
N/A
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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: [help]
N/A
10. Aesthetics [help]
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal
exterior building material(s) proposed? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
11. Light and Glare [help]
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use. Light may be produced by a new facility; however, this will be
evaluated under the conditional use criteria and SEPA analysis for new shooting facilities.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
12. Recreation [help]
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to
be provided by the project or applicant, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
13. Historic and cultural preservation [help]
a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over 45 years old listed
in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers ? If so, specifically describe.
[help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This
may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of
cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to
identify such resources. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or
near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of archeology and
historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance to
resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
14. Transportation [help]
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and describe
proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If
not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non-project proposal have? How
many would the project or proposal eliminate? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
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d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle or
state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public
or private). [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation?
If so, generally describe. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal? If known,
indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such
as commercial and nonpassenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make
these estimates? [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest
products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
15. Public Services [help]
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police
protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. [help]
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
16. Utilities [help]
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: [help]
electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other
N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
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. [help]
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N/A – The project is to amend the Unified Development Code. Each potential site will be evaluated
under each permit or conditional use.
C. Signature [help]
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:
Name of signee Michelle Farfan
Position and Agency/Organization Associate Planner – Lead, Jefferson County Department of
Community Development
Date Submitted: November , 2019
D. supplemental sheet for nonproject actions [help]
(IT IS NOT NECESSARY to 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 the proposal, or the types of activities
likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate
than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air; production, storage,
or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
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4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated
(or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic
rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or
prime farmlands?
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it would allow or
encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public services and
utilities?
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements
for the protection of the environment.
From: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2021 9:08 AM
To: Joel Peterson
Cc: Patricia Larson
Subject: RE: Joel Peterson Received Pre-App Form and Site Map
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clicking links, especially from unknown senders.
Joel,
Great, we look forward to your call.
Thank you
RYAN RANSAVAGE
EARTH RESOURCES MANAGER
Office: 253.833.3705 x 436
Mobile: 253.377.1760
400 Valley Ave NE • Puyallup, WA 98372-2516
WWW.MILES.ROCKS
From: Joel Peterson [mailto:JPeterson@co.jefferson.wa.us]
Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2021 9:01 AM
To: Ryan Ransavage <Ryan.Ransavage@miles.rocks>
Subject: Joel Peterson Received Pre-App Form and Site Map
Ryan:
I received the pre-app form and Shine Wahl Expansion map. I’m entering into a meeting now, but will
call you today to schedule the Pre-App Meeting.
Joel
Joel M. Peterson, AICP
Associate Planner
Jefferson County Department of Community Development
621 Sheridan Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4457
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