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Case Number:SDP2017-00013 Case Status: Date Received:9/27/2017
Description:THE BOAT SCHOOL SEEKS TO GRANT A DRAINFILED EASEMENT TO THE PARCEL OCCUPIED BY THE AJAX CAFE. THE SCHOOL AND CAFE WISH TO PERMIT AND INSTALL A REPLACEMENT SEPTIC SYSTEM WITH TANKS ON PARCEL 989400601 SEP10-00146 & SEP17-00144 Date Issued:10/23/2017
Applicant: NW. WOODEN BOAT SCHOOL Expiration Date:10/23/2022 12:00:00 AM
Site Address:21 N WATER ST Case Finaled:
Parcel No:901013016 Other Cases Parcel Data Map It Parcels Images

Case Actions
Below is a list of actions that have been taken by staff for this permit case. They are sorted based on the date they were added to the database with most recent actions at the top. A value in the "Date Completed" field indicates that the action has been completed.
Description: Status updtd - Energov Convrsn
Date Completed: 10/4/2022
Disposition: DONE
Description: File Archived
Date Completed: 11/7/2019
Disposition: DONE
Description: Approve Exemption-UF
Date Completed: 10/23/2017
Disposition: DONE
Description: DRD Reviewer Letter (F)
Date Completed: 10/9/2017
Disposition: DONE
Description: Det. of Completeness-UF
Date Completed: 10/9/2017
Disposition: DONE
Description: A Clock Interrupt
Date Completed: 10/9/2017
Disposition: DONE
Description: Additional Info Request-DRD
Date Completed: 10/9/2017
Disposition: DONE
Description: Consistency Review-U
Date Completed: 10/23/2017
Disposition: DONE
Description: Env. Sensitive Area Review-U
Date Completed: 10/23/2017
Disposition: DONE
Description: Stormwater Review-U
Date Completed: 10/9/2017
Disposition: DONE
Description: App Substantially Complete-U
Date Completed: 10/9/2017
Disposition: DONE
Description: Septic Review Complete-U
Date Completed: 10/23/2017
Disposition: DONE
Description: Case Entered
Date Completed: 9/27/2017
Disposition:

Case Conditions
Below is a list of conditions for this permit case. Conditions typically record requirements that the applicant must meet to be in compliance with the permit.
Title: Other Work/Separate Approval
Wording Work within the jurisdiction of the Shoreline Master Program other than as described above shall receive separate review from this Department.

Title: Site Plan
Wording Construction shall be in substantial compliance with the site plan submitted on October 9, 2017 as it exists now or is hereafter amended by Jefferson County and/or the Washington Department of Ecology.

Title: Progress towards completion
Wording Substantial progress towards completion of the project shall be performed within two years of the issuance of the permit.

Title: Exempt Maintenance Condition
Wording The development shall be essentially the same as the original in location, size, configuration, and external appearance.

Title: No Fill or Other Material
Wording No fill or other material may be placed in the waters or intertidal areas of Jefferson County.

Title: BMPs
Wording The project shall adhere to the Best Management Practices (BMPs) to control stormwater, erosion and sediment during construction. BMPs shall address permanent measures to stabilize soil exposed during construction, and in the design and operation of stormwater and drainage control systems.


Case Findings
Below is a list of findings for this permit case. Findings typically record facts that the staff are using as the basis of their permit processing decisions.
Title: F-SHORELINE FINDING
Wording The proposal is to repair an existing commercial septic system within shoreline jurisdiction. The proposal would be located within the shorelands of Port Townsend Bay and an associated lagoon. The shoreline is designated as High Intensity and Conservancy. Existing roads (Water Street and Lower Hadlock Road) functionally isolate the proposed project area from the shoreline; therefore, the 150-foot buffers do not extend into the project area.

Title: F-Confirmed ESAs
Wording The application was reviewed by the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for the potential presence of critical areas under the provisions of the Unified Development Code (UDC). After an initial Geographic Information Systems mapping review, the following critical areas were confirmed to be present on the subject property: geologically hazardous areas (unstable shoreline slope stability, seismic hazards); fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas (listed species in marine water, type N stream); critical aquifer recharge areas (susceptible; special aquifer recharge protection area plus susceptible); and seawater intrusion protection zone (coastal). This proposal meets the criticals areas exemption for maintenance and repair under JCC 18.22.070(6), except that the drainfield will be installed in a critical aquifer recharge area so a report was required to comply with JCC 18.22.130 and a geotechnical report was required to address the mapped geologically hazardous area.

Title: F-Special Report Submitted
Wording An Aquifer Recharge Area Report, prepared by Streamline Environmental (dated September 2017), was submitted on September 26, 2017. This report was reviewed and approved by Environmental Health. A Geology Hazard Assessment, prepared by Stratum Group (dated September 26, 2017), was submitted on September 26, 2017. This report concluded that the proposal would not affect slope stability.

Title: F-Aquifer Recharge Area
Wording Aquifer Recharge Areas in Jefferson County are characterized by porous geological formations that allow percolation of the surface water into the soils and the underlying zone of saturation. Aquifers are geologic formations that contain sufficient saturated permeable material to yield significant quantities of water to wells and springs. Aquifers serve as the source of drinking water within most of the rural portions of Jefferson County.

Title: F-Susc. Aquifer Recharge Area
Wording Susceptible Aquifer Recharge Areas are those with geologic and hydrologic conditions that promote rapid infiltration of recharge waters to groundwater aquifers.

Title: F-Critical Aquifer Recharge Area
Wording Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas are defined as Seawater Intrusion Areas, and Special Aquifer Recharge Protection Areas and the following land uses located within Susceptible Aquifer Recharge Areas (1) All Industrial Land Uses (2) All Commercial Uses (3) All Rural Residential Land Uses requiring a Discretionary Use or Conditional Use Permit (4) All Rural Residential Land Uses with nonconforming uses that would otherwise require a Discretionary Use or Conditional Use Permit (5) Unsewered Planned Rural Residential Developments (6) Unsewered residential development with gross densities greater than one unit per acre. All of the above listed uses shall be subject to the applicable requirements and standards of the Jefferson County Unified Development Code.

Title: F-Geohazard Area
Wording Geologically Hazardous Areas in Jefferson County are characterized by slope, soil type, geologic material, and groundwater that may combine to create problems with slope stability, erosion, and water quality during and after construction or during natural events such as earthquakes or severe rainstorms.

Title: F-SIPZ
Wording Marine shorelines and islands are susceptible to a condition that is known as seawater intrusion. Seawater intrusion is a condition in which the saltwater/freshwater interface in an aquifer moves inland so that wells drilled on upland areas cannot obtain freshwater suitable for public consumption without significant additional treatment and cost. Maintaining a stable balance in the saltwater/freshwater interface is primarily a function of the rate of aquifer recharge (primarily through rainfall) and the rate of groundwater withdrawals (primarily through wells). The Washington Department of Ecology is the agency with statutory authority to regulate groundwater withdrawal for individual wells in Jefferson County. New development, redevelopment, and land use activities on islands and in close proximity to marine shorelines in particular should be developed in such a manner to maximize aquifer recharge and maintain the saltwater/freshwater balance to the maximum extent possible by infiltrating stormwater runoff so that it recharges the aquifer.

Title: F-Coastal SIPZ
Wording The parcel is located within a coastal SIPZ (seawater intrusion protection zone) according to the County GIS map. There are voluntary and mandatory measures identified in the Jefferson County Seawater Intrusion Policy (Resolution 61-02, effective September 23, 2002) that apply to well drilling proposals and building permit applications on existing lots of record. A Coastal SIPZ is defined as: all islands and area within one-quarter mile of marine shoreline, but no history of chloride concentration above 100 mg/L in groundwater sources within 1000 feet.

Title: F-Stormwater
Wording The project is subject to the stormwater requirements in the 2014 Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington.

Title: F-SEPA Exempt
Wording Jefferson County determined that this proposal is categorically exempt from review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) pursuant to WAC 197-11-800(2)(e).

Title: F-Site Plan Changes
Wording The site plan, as submitted with the septic application on October 9, 2017 has been reviewed for consistency under the UDC, and has been approved by Jefferson County Department of Community Development. Any modifications, changes, and/or additions to the stamped, approved site plan dated October 10, 2017 shall be resubmitted for review and approval by Jefferson County Department of Community Development.

Title: F-Approval for _____ Only
Wording This approval is for a septic system not to exceed 1,100 gallons per day only. Any future permits on this site are subject to review for consistency with applicable codes and ordinances and does not preclude review and conditions which may be placed on future permits.

Title: F-General PMT Notice
Wording NOTICE: This permit does not excuse the proponent from complying with other local, state, and federal ordinances, regulations, or statutes applicable to the proposed development, but consistent with RCW 90.58. Development pursuant to this permit shall be undertaken subject to the applicable policies and performance standards of the Jefferson County Shoreline Management Master Program and the Jefferson County Unified Development Code. If during excavation or development of the site an area of potential archaeological significance is uncovered, all activity in the immediate area shall be halted, and the Administrator shall be notified at once. The Federal Endangered Species Act rules to protect threatened Chinook and Summer-run Chum salmon became effective on January 8, 2001. Bull trout have been listed as threatened since early 2000. Under the ESA, any person may bring lawsuit against any individual or agency that "takes" listed species (defined as causing harm, harassing, or damaging habitat for the listed species). In addition, the National Marine Fisheries Service can levy penalties. Portions of Jefferson County, including marine environments are included as "critical habitat" for listed species. Development of property along any marine shoreline, freshwater shoreline, or floodplains could harm habitat if protective measures are not taken. To minimize the potential to damage habitat, all property owners developing adjacent to marine shoreline, freshwater shoreline, or floodplains are advised to do the following: - All development activities should avoid unstable slopes, wetlands, and forested areas near surface waters - Remove minimal vegetation for site development, especially large trees - Allow trees that have fallen into surface waters to remain there - Infiltrate stormwater from buildings and driveways onsite through drywells rather than discharging directly into surface waters or roadside ditches The Federal Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act requires landowners within 660 feet (1/8th of a mile) of an eagle nest to consult with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. This Eagle Act prohibits anyone from "taking" bald eagles. This federal law defines the term "take" and describes the possible legal consequences when a "take" occurs. Among other actions, "take" includes a disturbance of bald eagles or their habitat. Under federal law a permit may still be required for activities that impact bald eagles or their habitat. Contact the US Fish and Wildlife Service (http://www.fws.gov/pacific/eagle/) to learn more about how this law affects your project. Any individual, group, or agency can bring suit for a listed species "taking", even if you are in compliance with Jefferson County development codes. The risk of a lawsuit against you can be reduced by consulting with a professional fisheries habitat biologist, and following the recommendations for site development provided by the biologist. For more information, contact the National Marine Fisheries Service in Seattle, or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Title: F-SDP Exemption Section
Wording The Development Review Division finds that this proposal is consistent with Shoreline Master Program (JCC 18.25.560(2)) and is consequently exempt from the substantial development permit (SDP) requirements. Exemptions from the substantial development permit requirements do not exempt a proposed development from compliance with the applicable policies and standards of the Shoreline Master Program or other applicable Federal, State, or local permit or license requirements.