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Annexations
- Proposal: Annexation of 8 lots along Brantingham Road
Location: The project site is located along Brantingham Rd.
Virtual Public Hearing Date: October 7, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. (Zoning)
Public Comments Due: October 6, 2021 by 5:00 p.m. (for zoning public hearing)
Staff Contact: Shane O'Neill, Senior Planner
Documents:
Referral Packet
- Proposal: Annexation of tax parcel no. 111080000000000 and 114081000001003
Location: The project site is generally located north of the intersection of Horn Rapids Road and George Washington Way, east of Stevens Drive, West of the Columbia River with the northern boundary being the south fence line of the “300 Area” in Sections 10, 11, 14 & 15, Township 10 North, Range 28 East W.M., Benton County, Washington.
Virtual Public Hearing Date: October 13, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. (Zoning)
Public Comments Due: October 6, 2021 by 5:00 p.m. for zoning
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Referral Packet Proposal: Annexation of approximately 1,643 acres to be known as the North Horn Rapids Industrial Park
Location: located with in portions of Sections 3, 4, 9, 10, 15 & 16, Township 10 North, Range 28 East and portions of Sections 33 & 34, Township 11 North, Range 28 East, W.M., Benton County, Washington.
Public Hearing Date: January 25, 2023 at 6:00 pm
Public Comments Due: January 18, 2023 at 5:00 pm
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents: Notice of Public Hearing
Full Staff Report
Final Public Hearing Referral Packet
Code Amendments
- Proposal: AHBL, Inc. on behalf of NorAm Investment, Inc. is proposing various amendments to the Land Use & Development Regulations (LUDR), which act as the zoning regulations for the Badger Mountain South Planned Unit Development community.
Location: The project site is located in south Richland east of Dallas Road
Virtual Public Hearing Date: January 26, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: January 24, 2022 by 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Referral Packet
Public Hearing Notice
Section 6 Draft CA2021-110 Emergency Housing and Emergency Shelters
Proposal: Amendment to the Richland Municipal Code by adding indoor emergency housing, indoor emergency shelters, permanent supportive housing, and transitional housing as necessary to Sections 23.14.030, 23.18.030, 23.22.030, 23.26.030 and 23.28.030 and will add definitions for emergency housing, indoor emergency shelters, permanent supportive housing, and transitional housing to Chapter 23.06, Definitions. The proposed code amendment is being done to comply with the mandates of E2SHB 1220.
Location: City wide
Public Hearing Date: May 25, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: May 18, 2022 by 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Referral Packet
Public Hearing Notice
Staff Report
Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Proposal: The City of Richland Parks & Public Facilities is proposing an update to the existing version of its Capital Facilities Map that includes recreational trail data adopted in the 2019-2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan via Resolution 94-19.
Public Hearing Date: December 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Steven, Planning Manager
Documents:Proposal: The City of Richland Economic Development Department is proposing to amend the Land Use Map to change the current land use designation for approximately 10 acres of land on City View Drive from High Density Residential (HDR) to Commercial (COM), and the underlying zoning district from Commercial Limited Business (C-LB) to Retail Business Use District (C-2). (Portion of Parcel Number 116984000003001). Master Plan via Resolution 94-19.
Public Hearing Date: December 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Steven, Planning Manager
Documents:Proposal: Hayden Homes, LLC is proposing to amend the Land Use Map for approximately 10.43 acres from Commercial to Medium-Density Residential and rezone the site from Neighborhood Retail Business (C-1) to Medium Density Residential Small (R-2S). (Parcel Number 101881030000009).
Public Hearing Date: December 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Steven, Planning Manager
Documents:Proposal: Teresa Reents & Ken Hofstad are proposing to amend the Land Use Map for approximately 12.9 acres of land from Badger Mountain South Subarea Civic (BMS-Civic) to Low Density Residential (LDR) and rezone the site from BMS LUDR to Single -Family Residential (R-1-12). (Portion of Parcel Numbers 104884030009000, 104884030005007, 104884030005011, 104884030004001, 104884030004005, 104884030004010 and 104884030004011).
Public Hearing Date: December 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Steven, Planning Manager
Documents:
Environmental Reviews (SEPA)
Proposal: The proposed project consists of the construction of approximately 0.50 miles of new roadway and approximately 21.78 acres of lot excavation/grading. The road construction will include embankment and compaction, crushed surfacing top and base course, HMA ½”, cement concrete traffic curb and gutter, cement concrete sidewalk, installation of curb cuts, storm ditch, waterline, sewer line, street lights, mulch and signage and striping.
Location: The project is located within the NE ¼ of S28, T10N, R28E, Willamette Meridian, Richland, Washington. The project’s physical location starts at the intersection of Henderson Loop and Manufacturing Lane and ends at the intersection of Polar Way and Robertson Drive.
Determination: The City has reviewed the project for environmental impacts and has issued a determination of non-significance using the process outlined in WAC 197-11-340(2).
This may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal.
Public Comments Due: February 18, 2022
Documents:
Referral Packet- Proposal: The proposed project consists of clearing, grading and
construction of a 20’ wide by 1,305’ long residential driveway
and the establishment of a single-family residential building site.
Approximately 23,000 cyds of grading/filling will occur.
Approximately 2.00 acres of temporary impacts and approximately 1.02
acres of permanent impacts will occur to land classified as marginal
quality or heavily degraded quality Fish & Wildlife Habitat
Conservation Area. As mitigation for the proposed impacts, the
applicant is proposing to set-aside 4.04 acres of properly functioning
habitat via a conservation covenant.
Location: The project will occur at 4608 E 210 PR NE, within the City of
Richland, Washington. The Assessor’s Tax Parcel Nos. for the
project site are 120984000006000, 120983013533006 and
120983013387003.
Determination: The City has reviewed the project for environmental impacts
and has issued a determination of non-significance using the
process outlined in WAC 197-11-340(2). This may be the only
opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the
proposal.
Public Comments Due: 4/27/2022
Documents:
Referral Packet Proposal: Decommission an unused irrigation pond approximately 3.1 acres in size with a maximum storage capacity of 32 acre-feet and convert it into a stormwater retention swale. The total excavation for this project is anticipated to be approximately 25,100 cubic yards and total fill is anticipated to be approximately 20,750 cubic yards.
Location: The project site is located at 695 Truman Ave., Richland, WA.
Determination: The City has reviewed the project for environmental impacts and has issued a determination of non-significance using the process outlined in WAC 197-11-340(2).
This may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal.
Public Comments Due: February 18, 2022
Documents:
Referral Packet- Proposal: Development of two (2) retail buildings with associated off-street parking and utilities.
Location of Proposal: The project site is located at 924 George Washington Way, Richland, WA.
Determination: The City has reviewed the project for environmental impacts and has issued a determination of non-significance using the process outlined in WAC 197-11-340(2).
This may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal.
Public Comments Due: February 18, 2022
Documents: - Proposal: Grade and fill up to 3,500 cubic yards of soil in order to develop a proposed seven (7) lot short-plat.
Location of Proposal: The project will occur at 26701 Dallas Road, which is located at the NE corner of the intersection of Dallas Road and Cowlitz Blvd., Richland Washington.
Determination: The City has reviewed the project for environmental impacts and has issued a determination of non-significance using the process outlined in WAC 197-11-340(2).
This may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal.
Public Comments Due: February 25, 2022
- Proposal: The proposed project consists of the construction of 2 PEMB
structures (336’ x 100’) (336’ x 60’), an asphalt parking lot containing
approximately 111 parking stalls as well as the installation of utilities
and two (2) driveways off of Logan Street. Approximately 6,000 cubic
yards of grading will be required.
Location: The project site is located at 2509 Logan Street, which is located
approximately 600 feet northeast of the intersection of Polar Way and
Robertson Drive, Richland, Washington on APN #128081000002016.
Determination: The City has reviewed the project for environmental impacts
and has issued a determination of non-significance using the
process outlined in WAC 197-11-340(2). This may be the only
opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the
proposal.
Public Comments Due: 4/8/2022
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: The proposed project consists of the construction of 4 PEMB
structures (226’6” x 68’4”) and associated utility improvements.
Approximately 5,086 cubic yards of grading will be required.
Location: The project site is located at 2010 Saint Street, which is located near
the intersection of Hagen Road and Saint Street, Richland,
Washington on APN’s 134082000004000, 134082000005000 and
134082000006000.
Determination: The City has reviewed the project for environmental impacts
and has issued a determination of non-significance using the
process outlined in WAC 197-11-340(2). This may be the only
opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the
proposal.
Public Comments Due: 4/8/2022
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Center Parkway Extension (South) – Clearwater Creek to Leslie
Road.
Location: The project will be extended across Assessor Parcel Nos.
101882000001003 and 101883000002000, connecting the
existing City right-of-way of Lorayne J Blvd. at Leslie Road to
the existing northeast leg of Center Parkway at the BPA’s
Badger Canyon Substation and the terminus of the Clearwater
Creek subdivision. Project improvements are located within
Section 1 of Township 8 North, Range 28 East, W.M., Benton
County, Washington.
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable
significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS)
is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a
completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This
information is available to the public on request. This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2);
the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen days from the date of issuance.
Public Comments Due: July 15, 2022 5:00 p.m.
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Grading of approximately 3,000 cubic yards of material and
preparation of the site for a future parking lot.
Location: The project site is located at 1990 Center Parkway, Richland, WA.
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable
significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS)
is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a
completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This
information is available to the public on request. This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2);
the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen days from the date of issuance.
Public Comments Due: 7/15/2022 5:00 p.m.
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: The City of Richland is proposing to perform a two (2) phase extension of Logan Street.
Phase 1 construction will consist of clearing/grubbing a 4.5-acre area, placing clean fill material
and compacting to meet current IBC certification for future buildout on the site. Phase 2
construction will consist of the construction of approximately 0.25 miles of new roadway. The work
involves approximately 2.8-acres of roadway. This will include the placement of crushed surfacing
top and base course, HMA ½”, cement concrete traffic curb and gutter, asphalt pathway, installation
of curb cuts,storm ditch, waterline, sewer line, illumination system, mulch, signage and striping.
Location: The project site is located within the NE ¼ of Section 28, Township 10 North, Range 28
East, W.M., Benton County, Washington upon APN No. 128081000002006.
Determination: The City has reviewed the project for environmental impacts and has issued a
determination of non-significance using the process outlined in WAC 197-11-340(2).
This may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal.
Public Comments Due: September 6, 2022
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Site preparation of approximately 53,200 cubic yards of grading/filling
for the future construction of two (2) adjoining buildings with an
approximate square footage of 7,737 square feet (one building is
2,641 square feet and the other is 5,096 square feet). The project
also consists of the installation of utilities, stormwater drainage
facilities, pedestrian access ways and parking lot.
Location: The project site is located at 1261 Tapteal Drive, which is located
within the NE portion of Assessor’s Parcel Number 130993000001008.
Determination: The City has reviewed the project for environmental impacts and has issued a
determination of non-significance using the process outlined in WAC 197-11-340(2).
This may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal.
Public Comments Due: September 6, 2022
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Site preparation and subsequent construction of five (5) 3-story
apartment buildings along with a clubhouse, pool and hot tub,
associated off-street parking, landscaping and utility installation.
Location: The project site is located at 1866 Jadwin Ave., Richland, WA.
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant
adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under
RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental
checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the
public on request.
Public Comments Due: 7/18/2022 5:00 p.m.
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Clearing, grading and future construction of a 144-unit apartment
complex with a community center, pool, parking lot and playground.
Location: The project site is located at 425 Bradley Blvd., Richland, WA upon
Assessor’s Parcel Nos. 114981012516005, 114981012516002,
114981012516001, 114981013473001 and 114981013473002.
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable
significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS)
is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a
completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This
information is available to the public on request. This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2);
the lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen days from the date of issuance.
Public Comments Due: 7/15/2022 5:00 p.m.
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Construction of a 17-building mini-storage facility as well as an
associated office building and parking area.
Location: The project site is located at 101 Reata Road, Richland, Washington
upon Assessor’s Parcel Number 111881012147004.
Determination: The City has reviewed the project for environmental impacts and has issued a
determination of non-significance using the process outlined in WAC 197-11-340(2).
This may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal.
Public Comments Due: September 6, 2022
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Ben Franklin Transit – Queensgate Transit Hub - to consist of a new
section of road for bus access, pedestrian improvements, lighting
installation and the construction of bus shelters and an “operator
comfort building.”
Location: The project site is located at/near 691 Windmill Road, Richland,
Washington.
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant
adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under
RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental
checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the
public on request. This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on this
proposal for fourteen days from the date of issuance.
Public Comments Due: October 5, 2022
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Construction of a 21,000 s.f. steel building with associated site
improvements.
Location: The project site is located at 3237 Kingsgate Way, Richland,
Washington upon Assessor’s Parcel Number 116083000003005.
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant
adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under
RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental
checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the
public on request.
Public Comments Due: October 6, 2022
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Richland HP Extension – Phase 2 (Columbia Park Trail and SR
240 12” HP)
Location: Beginning at Leslie Rd and Columbia Park Trail (Sec. 25. 25
T.9N., R.28E.,) continuing easterly along Columbia Park Trail
to SR 240 (Sec. 29 & 30 T.9N., R. 28E.,) to the Edison Street
westbound on-ramp (Sec. 28 T.9N., R.29E.)
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant
adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under
RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental
checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the
public on request.
Public Comments Due: October 6, 2022
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Construction of an approximately 20-foot exposed height reinforced
earth wall and associated clearing and grading/filling of approximately
1,817 cubic yards of material for the future construction of a single-family
residence.
Location: The project site is located at 1050 Allenwhite Drive,
Richland, Washington upon Assessor’s Parcel Number
123983070002008.
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant
adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under
RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental
checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the
public on request.
Public Comments Due: October 6, 2022
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: This proposal includes construction of a 35,000 square foot building (32,000 as currently
designed), a paved parking lot and all required utility extensions will be constructed and
associated grading. The facility will feature 16,000 sf of open, collaborative office space and
another 16,000 sf high bay testing area specifically purposed for developing innovative nuclear
and environmental cleanup technologies, digital solutions, robotics and Engineering Net Zero
advancement.
Location: The project area is located at/near 408 University Drive, upon an approximately 5.07-acre
lot located on the northwest corner of George Washington Way and University Drive in Richland,
Washington.
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable
significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not
required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental
checklist and other information on file with the lead agency.
Public Comments Due: November 2, 2022
Documents:
Referral Packet Proposal: operations building on BFT campus. New utilities, pedestrian walks, ADA access and updated stormwater facilities are included in the design.
Location: The site address is 1000 Columbia Park Trail Richland, WA 99352. The project is located at NW 1/4 SEC. 30 TWN. 09 N. RNG. 29 E. Benton County, WA.
Determination: he lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request.
Public Comments Due: January 20, 2023
Documents:
Referral Packet- Proposal: Subdivide 19 acres into 101 single family residential lots
Location: The project site is located approximately 600-feet south of the intersection of Queensgate Drive and Legacy Lane (APN 1-34982000005006)
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant
adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under
RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental
checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the
public on request.
Public Comments Due: March 22, 2023
Documents:
Referral Packet Proposal: City of Richland 2022 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Docket and Associated Rezones. The City received four (4) applications and SEPA Checklists for map amendments. The items have been consolidated into the 2022 Docket of Comprehensive Plan Policies, Maps and Zone Code Amendments (as established by City Council on May 17, 2022) and is file number CPA2022-105. Staff has prepared a SEPA Checklist to consolidate environmental review and consider the cumulative effects of the docketed proposals.
Location: Multiple locations throughout the city.
Determination: The city has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request.
Public Comments Due: 11/18/2022
Documents:
Referral Packet
Staff Report- Proposal: Construction of a 4-way intersection at the intersection of Steptoe Blvd. and Tapteal Dr. in Richland, WA.
Location: The project site is located at the intersection of Steptoe Blvd. and Tapteal Dr. in Richland, WA.
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request.
Public Comments Due: 02/10/2023
Documents:
Referral Packet - Proposal: Construction of an estimated 140,000 cubic yards of combined filling and grading are proposed in preparation for expanded and new metal recycling and processing facilities in Richland, WA.
Location: The project site is located at 3101 and 3193 Kingsgate Way, Richland, WA.
Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request.
Public Comments Due: March 3, 2023
Documents:
Referral Packet
Miscellaneous
Proposal: Development of an approximately 14-acre site, with four (4) multi-family
residential buildings containing up to 108 dwelling units, a clubhouse and covered
parking structures together with associated parking, stormwater runoff and landscaping
areas.
Location: The project site is located east of the terminus of John Court, south of
Broadmoor Street and is primarily zoned R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) with the
proposed secondary driveway access being partially located upon land zoned R-1-10.
The overall project will occur upon Tracts A, B & F, Willowbrook No. 1 (Lots 2 & 3
Record Survey #3864), Tract B, Willowbrook No. 2, Phase 4A, and Lot 1 of Willowbrook
No. 2, Phase 2, located in the southeast quarter of the southwest quarter of Section
36, Township 9 North, Range 28 East, and within the northeast quarter of the
northwest quarter of Section 1, Township 8 North, Range 28 East, W.M., Benton County,
WA. The Assessor’s Parcel Nos. for the project site are: 136983050007002,
136983050008001, 136983050012000, 136983060000001 and 101882040002000.
Public Hearing Date: June 13, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: May 25, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Referral Packet
Public Comments
All comments received after 5-25-2022
Comments and Rebuttal info allowed after close of Hearing
Staff Report section 1
Staff Report section 2
Applicant and City responses due 7/1/22
Combined Notice and Decision 12/13/2022- Proposal: Site Plan Review application for the development of an approximately 3.95-acre site, with five (5)
multi-family residential buildings containing up to 114 dwelling units, a clubhouse/leasing office with
associated parking and landscaped areas.
Location: The project site is located at 1866 Jadwin Avenue and is
zoned C-LB (Commercial-Limited Business). The property is described as Assessor’s
Parcel Nos. 102982020745003 located in Section 2, Township 9 North, Range 28 Quarter
N.W., Benton County, WA.
Environmental Review: On July 1, 2022, the City issued a Determination of Non-
Significance for the project having determined that the proposal does not have a
probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact
statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). Copies of the site plan
review application, the SEPA document and proposed development plans are available
for review at the Richland Development Services Office located at 625 Swift Boulevard,
Richland, Washington.
Public Hearing Date: 10/20/2022 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: 10/12/2022 5:00 p.m.
Staff contact: Matthew Howie, Senior Planner
Documents:
Referral Packet
Staff Report - Proposal: Install a fiberglass enclosure approximately 45 square feet in size that will house equipment used to
collect water samples for analysis.
Location: Along the riverfront trail near 50 Comstock Street, Richland, WA.
Environmental Review: The proposal is subject to environmental review. The City of Richland is lead agency for
the proposal under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and has reviewed the proposed project for probable
adverse environmental impacts and expects to issue a determination of non-significance (DNS) for this project. The
optional DNS process in WAC 197-11-355 is being used. This may be your only opportunity to comment on the
environmental impacts of the proposed development. The environmental checklist and related file information are
available to the public and can be viewed at www.ci.richland.wa.us.
Public Hearing Date: 11/14/2022 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: 11/2/2022 5:00 p.m.
Staff contact: Kyle Hendricks, Planner
Documents:
Referral Packet
Other Land Use Actions
- Proposal: Shoreline Management Substantial Development Permit to construct a 31,400 s.f. apartment building (32 units) with 12,204 s.f. of underground parking. The project will also result in above-ground paved parking with drive aisles, necessary utility improvements, and a pedestrian pathway along the north property line to facilitate public access to the waterfront. The applicants are also requesting to increase the building height pursuant to RMC 26.30.013 from 35-feet to 55-feet.
Location: 470 Bradley Blvd.
Public Hearing Date: June 13, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: May 25, 2022 by 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Application
Referral Packet
Public Hearing Notice
Staff Report
All comments received after 5-25-2022
2024 Referral Packet
Full Staff Report
Exhibit 14
Exhibit 15
Exhibit 16
Exhibit 17
Exhibit 18
Exhibit 19
Exhibit 20
Exhibit 21
Exhibit 22
Remand Request
Remand Order
Subdivisions and Plats
- Proposal: Development of approximately 10.24-acres with six (6)
8-unit multi-family condominium buildings and the completion of
Meadow Hills Drive.
Location: The project site is located upon Assessor’s Parcel Nos.
135983000010002 & 135984060003022, and is generally located
northwest of the City of Richland water reservoir located at 303
Meadow Hills Drive, Richland, WA.
Public Hearing Date: June 20, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: June 3, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Application
Referral Packet
Public Hearing Notice
SEPA Determination
Staff Report
Proposal: Development of an approximately 36.21-acre mixed use development project to
include 19 single family lots, 89 townhome lots and 5 open space tracts and associated
street network.
Location: The project site is located upon Assessor’s Parcel Nos. 122983000003003,
122983000002004, and is generally located south of and adjacent to Keene Road, north of and adjacent to
Shockley Road and east of the plat of Country Ridge.
Environmental Review: The proposal is subject to environmental review. The City of
Richland is lead agency for the proposal under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
and has reviewed the proposed project for probable adverse environmental impacts and
expects to issue a determination of non-significance (DNS) for this project. The optional
DNS process in WAC 197-11-355 is being used. This may be your only opportunity to
comment on the environmental impacts of the proposed development. The environmental
checklist and related file information are available to the public and can be viewed at
www.ci.richland.wa.us.
Public Hearing Date: January 9, 2023
Public Comments Due: 12/28/2022 5:00 p.m.
Staff contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Referral Packet
Staff Report
Staff Report Exhibits 12-16 Combined
Hearing Examiner Recommendation to Council
The above item (Hearing Examiner Recommendation to Council) will be reviewed by the City Council at an upcoming meeting, date to be determined.APPLICANT HAS REQUESTED A CONTINUATION
FROM SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 TO OCTOBER 10, 2022
Proposal: Subdivide a 13.31-acre site into 68 residential lots and five (5)
tracts known as the Preliminary Plat of Villa Vista Townhomes.
Location: The project site is located along the north side of Trowbridge Boulevard,
approximately 1,050-feet east of Dallas Road in the Badger Mountain South master
planned community (APN 1-32982BP4732021). The plat proposes an average lot size
of 5,867 square feet.
Determination: The proposal is not subject to specific environmental review. Environmental
impacts of Badger Mountain South, a master planned community, have previously been
analyzed. The final environmental impact statement and related file information are
available to the public and can be viewed at www.ci.richland.wa.us.
Public Comments Due: 8/8/2022 5:00 p.m.
Public Hearing Date: 10/10/2022 6:00 p.m.
Documents:
6/4/2021 Full Staff Report
Remand Order
Remand Packet
October 10, 2022 Staff Report
Public Hearing Items
Villa Vista Townhomes Notice of DecisionAPPLICANT HAS REQUESTED A CONTINUATION
FROM SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 TO OCTOBER 10, 2022
Proposal: Develop Gateway Avenue between Ava Way and Trowbridge Blvd to serve the development. The
development will also extend Sotto Street to meet the future development of Villa Vista. The plat
proposes an average lot size of 61,652 square feet.
Location: The project site is located just west of the Villa Vista preliminary plat and south of
Ava Way, Parcel number 1-3298-2BP-4732-022.
Public Hearing Date: 10/10/2022 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: 8/5/2022 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Referral Packet
Staff Report
Public Hearing Items
Notice of Decision Packet - Veneto VillagioProposal: Development of an 82-lot single-family residential subdivision
named the Preliminary Plat of Halara Hills.
Location: The site is located at the eastern terminus of Strawberry Ln, and includes
parcel numbers 120984000004000, 120984000003000, and 120984000002000. The plat proposes an average lot
size of 15,962 square feet.
Environmental Review: The proposal is subject to environmental review. The City of Richland is lead agency for
the proposal under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and has reviewed the proposed project for probable
adverse environmental impacts and expects to issue a determination of non-significance (DNS) for this project. The
optional DNS process in WAC 197-11-355 is being used. This may be your only opportunity to comment on the
environmental impacts of the proposed development. The environmental checklist and related file information are
available to the public and can be viewed at www.ci.richland.wa.us.
Public Hearing Date: 9/15/2022 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: 9/07/2022 5:00 p.m.
Staff contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Referral Packet
Staff Report
Comments received after 5 PM, September 7, 2022
Staff Report Supplement
Halara Hills Supplemental Staff Report
Notice of Decision
Request for Reconsideration
Order for Reconsideration
Parties of Record
Request for Reconsideration DecisionProposal: Development of an approximately 0.43-acre site, with five (5) residential townhomes.
Location: The project site is located at property formerly known as 400/404 Thayer Drive (at the NE corner
of intersection of Thayer Drive and Duportail Street) and is zoned R-3 (multiple-family residential use
district). The property is described as Assessor’s Parcel Nos. 115981013704001 located in Section 15,
Township 9, North, Range 28 East, W.M., Benton County WA.
Environmental Review: The proposal is subject to environmental review. The City of Richland is lead agency for
the proposal under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and has reviewed the proposed project for probable
adverse environmental impacts and expects to issue a determination of non-significance (DNS) for this project. The
optional DNS process in WAC 197-11-355 is being used. This may be your only opportunity to comment on the
environmental impacts of the proposed development. The environmental checklist and related file information are
available to the public and can be viewed at www.ci.richland.wa.us.
Public Hearing Date: 10/20/2022 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: 10/12/2022 5:00 p.m.
Staff contact: Matthew Howie, Senior Planner
Documents:
Referral Packet
Staff Report
Notice of DecisionProposal: Peach Tree Estates Preliminary Plat
Location: 1251 Bermuda Road
Public Hearing Date: March 23, 2023 at 6pm
Public Comments Due: March 15, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
Staff contact: Matthew Howie, Senior Planner
Documents:
Referral Packet
Staff Report
Notice of Decision
Zoning
Proposal: Level Up General Construction has filed a variance application on behalf of Charles and Elena Conners requesting relief from the rear yard setback requirement of the R-1-10 residential zoning district to allow construction of a second-story deck within 21.5-feet of the rear property line.
Location: 617 Meadows Drive South
Virtual Public Hearing Date: May 19, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: May 12, 2022 by 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Application
Referral Packet
Public Hearing Notice
Staff Report
Notice of Decision- Proposal: Notice is hereby given that Advanter Home Solutions, LLC has filed a variance application on behalf of Kellen & Mindy Stromberg requesting relief from the front yard setback requirement of the R-2 residential zoning district to allow construction of a garage addition to within approximately 17.30’ from the front (north) property line.
Location: 201 Center Blvd.
Public Hearing Date: May 19, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: May 12, 2022 by 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Application
Referral Packet
Public Hearing Notice
Staff Report
Notice of Decision Proposal: Special use permit application and Central Business District deviation
to construct and operate a drive-through restaurant greater than 20 feet from
the front property line within the Central Business District.
Location: 924 George Washington Way
Public Hearing Date: July 21, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: July 8, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Referral Packet
Staff Report
Notice of Decision- Proposal: Special use permit application to construct 144 apartments
within 7 buildings along with associated parking, clubhouse, pool and
related amenities.
Location: The northeast portion of Assessor’s
Parcel Number 12308301348700.
Public Hearing Date: July 21, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: July 8, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Mike Stevens, Planning Manager
Documents:
Referral Packet
Staff Report
Notice of Decision Packet Proposal: Knutzen Engineering has filed a request to rezone two parcels totaling 9.4-acres from AG (Agriculture) to C-3 (General Business).
Location: The project site is located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Van Giesen Street and the By-Pass Highway (APN’s 1-04984000005000 & 1-03983000001000).
Virtual Public Hearing Date: February 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: January 31, 2022 by 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Shane O'Neill, Senior Planner
Documents:
Application
Referral Packet
Public Hearing Notice
Staff ReportProposal: ADL Holdings has filed a request to rezone a 3.9-acre parcel from C-1 (Retail Business) to Commercial Limited Business (C-LB).
Location: The project site is located near the southeast corner of the intersection of Jadwin Avenue and McMurray Street (APN 1-02982020745003).
Virtual Public Hearing Date: *NEW* April 11, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comments Due: *NEW* April 4, 2022 by 5:00 p.m.
Staff Contact: Shane O'Neill, Senior Planner
Documents:
Application
Referral Packet
Public Hearing Notice
Staff ReportProposal: Peach Tree Estates Rezone
Location: 1251 Bermuda Road
Public Hearing Date: March 23, 2023 at 6pm
Public Comments Due: March 15, 2023 at 5pm
Staff Contact: Matthew Howie, Senior Planner
Documents:
Referral Packet
Staff Report
Hearing Examiner Recommendation
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