Comment on a Project
Types of Comment Periods
In Washington State, a Notice of Application is a public notice from a permitting agency letting the community know that a permit application for a development or land-use project has been submitted. It includes key details about the project, such as its location, and outlines how and when the public can submit comments or appeals.
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) is a Washington State law that requires government agencies to evaluate the potential environmental impacts of a proposed project or action before making decisions. A SEPA determination helps ensure that environmental values are considered alongside economic and technical factors in the decision-making process.
SEPA applies to a wide range of actions, including issuing development permits, adopting regulations or plans, and approving infrastructure projects. Based on the review, the lead agency issues a SEPA determination, which may be a:
- Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS): The proposal is not likely to have significant adverse environmental impacts.
- Mitigated DNS (MDNS): The proposal includes conditions to avoid or reduce impacts to a nonsignificant level.
- Determination of Significance (DS): The proposal may have significant environmental impacts and requires preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
Public input is an important part of the SEPA process. There is a 14-day comment period, followed by a 7-day appeal period. Comments must focus on the environmental aspects of the proposal and should be factual, specific, and relevant to the analysis provided.
Projects with Active Notices
Schrader Large Lot Subdivision
The applicant is proposing to subdivide the parcel into 14 single family residential lots (revised from original proposal for 6 lots). The property is within the MGSA Zoning District.
Location: 7307 Spurgeon Creek Road SE, Olympia, WA 98513
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Salty Dog Shellfish Company Aquaculture Farm
The applicant seeks approval of a Shoreline Substantial Development Permit (SSDP) to cultivate bivalves for a commercial market. The project would involve the cultivation of Manila clam, Pacific oyster, and Pacific geoduck within a shoreline. The proposed aquaculture cultivation will occur over an approximate 31,500 square feet area. The subject parcel totals 3.5 acres and is zoned Residential LAMIRD – One Dwelling Unit per Acre (RL 1/1) in Rural Thurston County.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
SEPA Determination
MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (MDNS)
1. The preparation, planting, maintenance and harvesting at the subject site shall be in compliance with the most current version of the Washington State Geoduck Growers Environmental Codes of Practice for Pacific Coast Shellfish Aquaculture.
2. Project shall comply with all conservation measures and applicable terms and conditions from the Programmatic Biological Opinions for Shellfish Activities in Washington State Inland Marine Waters (US Army Corp of Engineers: Enclosure 1. Conservation Measures and applicable terms and conditions from the Programmatic Biological Opinions for Shellfish Activities in Washington State Inland Marine waters (US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Reference Number 01EWFW00-2016-F-0121, National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Reference Number WCR-2014-1502.
Location: 8203 Zangle Rd NE, Olympia, WA 98506
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Moore Garage Reasonable Use Exception
The proposal is for a Reasonable Use Exception to allow for construction of a replacement garage within a wetland, stream, and landslide hazard area buffers.
Location: 7434 Puget Beach RD NE, Olympia, WA 98516
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Hernandez Reasonable Use Exception - Public Hearing July 28, 2026 - Beginning at 11:00 am
The applicant seeks approval of Reasonable Use Exception permit for a future single-family residence and associated appurtenances within a wetland buffer. The applicant also proposes to release the six-year development moratorium the County placed on the property for failure to obtain required forest practices permits or approvals with the County. The subject parcel totals 9.16 acres and is zoned Rural Residential Resource One Dwelling Unit Per Five Acres (RRR 1/5) in Rural Thurston County.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Review documents for this project.
Hernandez Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS)-Comment Period Closed
The proposal is for a Reasonable Use Exception (RUE) for a single-family residence, driveway, and septic system within a wetland buffer. Additionally, a release of Forest Practice Moratorium is requested to allow for residential development. The site was logged and stumped by a previous landowner without permits, therefore a 6-year development moratorium was placed on the subject property. The wetland onsite was also logged. Logging took place in 2020 per the project wetland report. Mitigation is proposed to address wetland and habitat impacts to the wetland and associated buffer. The subject property is 9.16 acres and is zoned Rural Residential Resource one dwelling unit per five acres (RRR 1/5).
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Friendly Grove Preliminary Platt-
The Applicant is proposing an 11-lot residential plat for detached single family homes and a new cul-de-sac road in the R/4 zoning in the Olympia Urban Growth Area (UGA).
Location: 2120 Friendly Grove Road NE, Olympia
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Tripp Reasonable Use Exception-
The Applicant is proposing to replace an existing detached garage that is within the marine bluff buffer.
Location: 5039 Sunrise Beach Rd NW, Olympia
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Trunk Large Lot Plat
The Applicant is proposing to subdivide two properties totaling approximately 29.39-acres into 5 lots for future residential development. The subject properties are zoned Rural Resource Residential One Dwelling Unit per Five Acres (RRR 1/5) in Rural Thurston County.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
SEPA Determination
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
The lead agency for this project has determined compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes will mitigate all probable significant adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under Revised Code of Washington
43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency 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 Washington Administrative Code 197-11-340 and meets the requirements of the environmental review process established in Washington’s State Environmental Policy Act
(SEPA). The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 21 days from the date of issuance. See more information on how to comment or appeal on the following page.
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Johnson Creek Quarry Mine - Comment Period Closed
The applicant is proposing to log and clear 30 acres of approved gravel mine expansion area, per Special Use Permit #2020103651.
SEPA Determination
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Threshold Determination:The lead agency for this project has determined compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes will mitigate all probable significant adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under Revised Code of Washington 43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency 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 Washington Administrative Code 197-11-340 and meets the requirements of the environmental review process established in Washington’s State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 21 days from the date of issuance. See more information on how to comment or appeal on the following page.
Carson/Mellema Release of Moratorium - Comment Period Closed
The Applicant requesting a release of a six (6) year development moratorium resulting from a Class II Forest practice permit issued on February 8, 2026. This release would allow the construction of a single-family residence and residential accessory building on the property. The subject property is approximately 10.28 acres in size and is zoned Rural - Residential Resource One Dwelling Unit per Five Acres (RRR 1/5) within Rural Thurston County.
SEPA DETERMINATION - DNS
The lead agency for this project has determined compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes will mitigate all probable significant adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under Revised Code of Washington 43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency 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 Washington Administrative Code 197-11-340 and meets the requirements of the environmental review process established in Washington’s State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 21 days from the date of issuance. See more information on how to comment or appeal on the following page.
Edelweiss Village DNS- Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is proposing to subdivide 4.86 acres into 18 single family residential lots. The existing structures on the property will be demolished. As part of development, approximately 20,000 board feet of timber will be removed. City of Lacey sewer and water utilities would serve each lot. The property is located within Lacey Urban Growth Area is zoned Low Density.
Location: 1741 & 1807 Judd St NE, Olympia
Zimmerman Geoduck Farm SSDP -Public Hearing - July 14, 2026 beginning at 10 am
The applicant seeks approval of a Shoreline Substantial Development Permit (SSDP) to cultivate Geoduck on approx. 0.42 acres of tidelands. Geoducks will be planted in PVC tubes inserted into the beach at approximately one tube per square foot. Each PVC Tube will be four inches wide by 12 inches long and will contain 3-4 geoduck seeds. Each tube will have a 2mm mesh cap for predator hindrance. Mesh camps will be secured with a rubber band. Site wide predator netting will not be used. Geoduck tubes and seed will be placed below the Ordinary High Water Mark (OHWM) and within the 100-year floodplain of the Puget Sound. The subject property is zoned Rural Residential Resource 1/5 (RRR 1/5) in Rural Thurston County and the Shoreline designation is Conservancy.
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Lucker Residence Notice of Application: Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is pursuing a Reasonable Use Exception to allow the construction of a 4-bedroom single-family residence within a frequently flooded area.
Ceasor Notice of Application:
The Applicant is proposing a new floating dock, and restoration to remedy compliance actions within the Rural shoreline of Lawrence Lake, and wetland buffers.
Location: 15617 Lawrence Lake Road SE
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Review documents for this project.
Big Horn Estates - Notice of Application - Comment Period Closed
Special Use Permit (SUP) application for a 100 ft. x 100 ft. fenced, graveled vehicle storage yard. This proposed commercial use already exists on site as an unpermitted use and the purpose of the application is to address the related violation case and ensure the use meets all minimum requirements. The second part of the SUP is a request for an increase in impervious surface coverage from the 10% allowed by County Code to a maximum of approximately 22% which would be to maintain all existing impervious surface coverage.
Review documents for this project.
SEPA Determination of Nonsignificance: Comment Period Closed
Determination
The lead agency for this project has determined compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes will mitigate all probable significant adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under Revised Code of Washington 43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency 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 Washington Administrative Code 197-11-340 and meets the requirements of the environmental review process established in Washington’s State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 21 days from the date of issuance. See more information on how to comment or appeal on the following page.
Dickerson Single-Family Residence Reasonable Use Exception:
The Applicant is proposing to construct a single-family residence and associated appurtenances within the inner 50% of a wetland buffer. The subject property is approximately 3.0-acres in size and is zoned Rural Residential Resource – One Dwelling Unit per Five Acres (RRR 1/5) in Rural Thurston County.
Location: 8449 Baird Rd NE, Olympia
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Kelly Reasonable Use Exception
The Applicant requesting approval of an after-the-fact Reasonable Use Exception (RUE) for the removal of one (1) Oregon White Oak. This oak was removed from the site in order to provide access to a residential building site that will accommodate a single-family residence and an accessory building. The subject property is approximately 7.47 acres in size and zoned Rural Residential Resource – One Dwelling Unit per Five Acres (RRR 1/5) in Rural Thurston County.
Location: 19230 Albany Street SW, Rochester
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Oladoye Reasonable Use Exception - Public Hearing- June 30, 2026, at 1:00 pm
The applicant seeks approval of a Reasonable Use Exception permit for a future single-family residence, driveway and onsite septic system. The proposal includes a septic drainfield and reserve on an adjacent Homeowner’s Association parcel to the south. All proposed development is located within a wetland buffer. The subject parcel totals 0.17 acres and is zoned McAllister Geologically Sensitive Area (MGSA) in Rural Thurston County.
Submit a comment on the proposed project
Centralia Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
The applicant proposed Project is a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) that will be capable of delivering 127 megawatts of electrical energy, with a total storage capacity of 508 megawatt hours.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Mitigated Determination of Nonsignificance (MDNS)
Determination:
The lead agency for this proposal has determined that the mitigating conditions, along with required compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes, will mitigate all probable significant adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency of a completed Environmental Checklist and other information on file with the Lead Agency. This information is available to the public on request.
This MDNS is issued under Washington Administrative Code 197-11-350 and meets the requirements of the environmental review process established in Washington’s State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 21 days from the date of issuance.
Location: 20337 Tono Road SE, Centralia
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Becker Reasonable Use Exception-Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is proposing to construct a new single-family residence and to permit other appurtenances within a wetland buffer. The following are measurements from each requested or existing structure / appurtenance to the wetland edge. The standard wetland buffer is 240 feet.
Location: 22627 River Ct. SE, Yelm
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Review documents for this project.
Freedom Farm Special Use Permit
The Applicant is proposing site and facility improvements that include restroom facilities, three portable classrooms on site, parking improvements, and new access to the site from Centennial Elementary to the west.
Location: 2845 45th Ave. SE, Olympia
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Charles Bulkhead Notice of Application
The Applicant is proposing to repair and replace an existing bulkhead.
Location: 3420 Gravelly Beach Loop NW, Olympia
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
WSDOT SR 507 / Vail Rd. Roundabout-Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is proposing a single land roundabout with slip lanes at the intersection of SR 507 and Vail RD SE to increase capacity and increase life safety.
Project # 2024103431Shadow Springs Preliminary Plat -Public Hearing
The proposal is for an 8 (eight) single-family lot Planned Rural Residential Development (PRRD). Proposed lot size is approximately one acre each. Individual septic systems are proposed, and a Group A water system will likely be constructed or single-family wells. The parcel is approximately 40 acres and located in the Rural Residential one dwelling unit per 5 acres (RRR 1/5) zoning district within unincorporated Thurston County. As part of the PRRD a 31.40-acre undeveloped Resource Use Parcel (RUP) is proposed (78.3% of the property). The parcel contains or is adjacent to critical areas including a stream and associated wetlands.
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Cockrell Bulkhead Replacement - Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is requesting approval of a Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application (JARPA) Exemption and review through the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) to allow for the construction of a replacement bulkhead behind an existing bulkhead that is failing. The existing bulkhead would subsequently be removed. The subject property is approximately 0.3 acres in size and zoned Residential LAMRID – Two Dwelling Units per One Acre (RL 2/1) within Rural Thurston County.
Oak Preserve Notice of Application & MDNS - Comment Period Closed
This is an amendment of a previous SEPA determination issued December 2, 2014 regarding the preliminary plat of Oak Tree Preserve, a subdivision of 258.5 acres into 1,037 single-family residential lots. This was later revised, reducing the number of lots to 803 single-family lots. The original SEPA checklist and SEPA determination referenced an approximate grading volume of 500,000 cubic yards of cut and 500,000 cubic yards of fill (a total 1 million cubic yards) in what is typically referred to as balanced cut and fill, with no net change on-site. This revised SEPA checklist increases the referenced volume of grading to 1,200,000 cubic yards of cut and 1,200,000 cubic yards of fill (total 2,400,000 cubic yards). The applicant states that this change is in part due to the reduction of total lots, but also an increase in the size of lots and homes from the original design. Additionally, the project has become age restricted resulting in “highly accessible” single-story homes and flatter lots resulting in an increase in the volume of grading. The zoning is Low Density (0-6 lots per acre) in the Lacey Urban Growth Area.
Matthews Bulkhead Replacement-Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is requesting approval of a Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application (JARPA) Exemption and review through the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) to allow for the construction of a replacement bulkhead behind an existing bulkhead that is failing. The existing bulkhead would subsequently be removed. The subject property is approximately 0.38 acres in size and zoned Residential LAMRID – Two Dwelling Units per One Acre (RL 2/1) within Rural Thurston County.
Maytown Aggregates 5-Year Mine Review SUP
The Applicant is requesting a Special Use Permit for the 5-year review of a mine, originally approved in 2005. The last 5-year review of the mine was conducted in 2021, and this application is to affirm the mining operation’s conformance with applicable Thurston County standards and project conditions. The property is approximately 746.56 acres in size and zoned Rural – One Dwelling Unit per Twenty Acres (R 1/20) in Rural Thurston County.
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Review documents for this project.
Bainter Driveway
The Applicant is seeking approval of a driveway and culvert stream crossing to an existing home site.
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
SEPA Determination
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
Threshold Determination:
The lead agency for this project has determined compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes will mitigate all probable significant adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under Revised Code of Washington 43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency 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 Washington Administrative Code 197-11-340 and meets the requirements of the environmental review process established in Washington’s State Environmental Policy Act
(SEPA). The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 21 days from the date of issuance.
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Review documents for this project.
Beltran Residence Retroactive Reasonable Use Exception: Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is requesting approval of a Reasonable Use Exception to allow the after-the-fact permitting of a replacement single-family residence on the subject property. The location of the structure falls within a Special Flood Hazard Area and is in the proximity of potential wetlands and the Deschutes River. The subject property is approximately 0.53 acres in size and is zoned Rural Resource Residential – One Dwelling Unit per Five Acres (RRR 1/5) within Rural Thurston County.
Abernathy - Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is requesting a Reasonable Use Exception to construct a 183 square foot sunroom approximately 51.6 feet away from a category III wetland. The property is approximately 1.8-acres in size and is zoned McAllister Geologically Sensitive Area (MGSA) in Rural Thurston County.
Fire District 8 - Notice of Application & MDNS
The Applicant is proposing to demolish two existing 20,000 gallon fire suppression water storage tanks, and construct one new 45,000 gallon fire suppression water storage tank with associated piping and appurtenances. A replacement generator is also proposed. The property is zoned Rural Residential/Resource 1/5 within the rural County.
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Level 3 Communications LLC. Special Use Permit
The applicant seeks approval of a Special Use Permit for the modification an existing fiber optic regeneration compound. The proposed modifications will include a new 23’ by 36’ equipment shelter gravel pad, concrete sidewalk and fencing to match existing fence for the expanded area. The subject parcel totals 5.0 acres and is zoned Low Density Zero to Six (LD 0-6) in the Lacey Urban Growth Area.
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Summit Place 2 Preliminary Plat-Comment Period Closed
Application is for a Preliminary Plat, SEPA, and Critical Areas Review for a 21-lot residential subdivision on a 5.41-acre parcel in the McAllister Springs Geologically Sensitive Area zoning district within the Lacey Urban Growth Area (UGA). The project is proposed to be served by City of Lacey sanitary sewer and water. The project is within the North Thurston School District and Lacey Fire District 3 service area.
Location: 17012 Mulqueen Road SE, Rainier
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Review documents for this project.
Blue Star Gas Notice of Application
Application is for a Special Use Permit and SEPA review for a propane tank storage facility which includes two (2) new 30,000 gallon propane storage tanks. The new tanks will enhance residential and commercial propane service, and Autogas fleet clean fueling operations. The site contains an existing office and shop. The site zoning is Light Industrial within the Tumwater Urban Growth Area (UGA).
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Wood & Zvirzdys Notice of Application - Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is proposing to construct a new driveway within a wetland and associated buffer to provide access to a new single-family residence
Tenino Land Company Notice of Application
The Applicant is proposing a large lot subdivision on a 41.2-acre lot leading to 6 new lots for the development of single-family homesites. The large lot subdivision includes the development of a new private road to service the proposed 6 lots.
Submit a comment on the proposed project.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Review documents for this project. (Input the Project Number in the search field and click submit)
Robinson Reasonable Use Exception - Comment Period Closed
Proposed Single Family Residence and Associated Appurtenances within wetland buffer.
William Townsend Notice of an Application - Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is requesting a Shoreline Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow a new gravel mine to be located within a shoreline designated as Conservancy by the Thurston County Shoreline Master Program for the Thurston Region.
WA. ST. Dept of Fish & Wildlife Notice of Application: Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is proposing to develop a public access site at the Violet Prairie Wildlife Area to facilitate public recreational use.
Holroyd Mine Vertical Expansion -
This Project is still under review, but Comment Period has Closed.
The applicant is proposing to excavate sand and gravel to a greater depth than allowed under the current State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Reclamation Permit. The proposal requires a Special Use Permit from the Thurston County Hearing Examiner to proceed, and the County has required the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement, the draft of which is now available for review and comment.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
McConnell Reasonable Use Exception - Comment Period Closed
Proposed new single family residence and associated appurtenances within wetland buffer.
Perry Bulkhead Repair - Comment Period Closed
Bulkhead repairs including installation of 7 tieback anchors, and 6 helical piles to stabilize the bulkhead and installation of 52-feet of galvanized 10” steel C-channel. The bulkhead is settling and not providing proper support. There is no change to the impervious area or the footprint of the bulkhead, only stabilization from further lateral movement. The Shoreline Designation is Rural.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Maple Lane Special Use Permit - Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is proposing a change of use for three existing buildings at the Maple Lane Campus to Adult Behavioral Health units and one building to a kitchen. Additional improvements include construction of a 4,000-square-foot laundry facility, expansion of the parking area with 92 parking stalls, and an addition to the existing commissary building.
Olson Freshwater Dock - Comment Period Closed
Replacement of an existing residential dock with a new 50-foot floating dock for water recreation. The new dock will be in the same location as the existing dock. The water body is Lawrence Lake and the Shoreline Designation is Conservancy.
Ohab Reasonable Use Exception - Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is proposing to construct 3 bedroom, single-family residence within a 100-year floodplain. The new residence would be approximately 1,850 square feet with an attached garage. The development would include an associated onsite septic system. The subject property is approximately 5.33 acres and is zoned Rural Resource Residential – One Dwelling Unit per Five Acres in Rural Thurston County.
Kilburg Buff Stabilization - Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is pursuing an after-the-fact permit for the emergency stabilization of an onsite bluff. This bluff was reinforced with an upper and lower retaining wall. 3,000 square feet of chain link fencing was utilized to prevent shallow slides from occurring and allow for vegetation to establish. The subject property is zoned Rural Resource Residential -- One Dwelling Unit per Five Acres in Rural Thurston County.
Butler Reasonable Use Exception - Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is proposing to construct a new accessory dwelling unit, within a wetland buffer (previously proposed as family member unit).
Winikoff Reasonable Use Exception - Comment Period Closed
The Applicant is proposing to construct a 1028 Sq Ft, Two Bedroom Residence within a wetland buffer.
Castaneda Reasonable Use Exception - Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks approval of a Reasonable Use Exception to allow for a single-family residence. As proposed, the single-family residence and its appurtenances fall within two wetland buffers. The proposed development includes a mitigation plan that would be used to reduce impacts to the wetlands and their associated buffers. The subject parcel totals 15.67 acres and is zoned Rural Residential Resource One Dwelling Unit Per Five Acres (RRR 1/5) in Rural Thurston County.
Scroggins-Luck Landscaping Notice of Application -
Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks approval of placement of rocks in shoreline and replacement of an existing dock, with an expanded footprint. The subject parcel totals 0.59 acres and is zoned Low Density Residential District 0 to 6 dwellings per acre (LD 0-6) in the Lacey Urban Growth Area.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
SEPA Determination
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Threshold Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes will mitigate all probable significant adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency 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 197-11-350; the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date below. Comments must be submitted no later than February 11, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. Appeals of this DNS must be made to the County no later than February 18, 2026.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
The Townhomes at Sleater Junction Project - Comment Period Closed
A Preliminary Subdivision for a townhome development on the subject site. The proposal consists of the construction of fifty (50) units, 3.03 acres of dedicated open spaces, stormwater facilities, internal streets, sidewalks and off-site pedestrian paths. The property is approximately 8.59 acres and is zoned Low Density Residential District 0-6 (LD 0-6) in the Lacey Urban Growth Area.
Location: 4212 23rd Avenue NE, Olympia
SEPA Determination
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
Threshold Determination:
The lead agency for this proposal has determined that compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes will mitigate all probable significant adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency 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 197-11-350; the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date below. Comments must be submitted no later than January 29, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. Appeals of this DNS must be made to the County no later than February 5, 2026.
Madrona Beach Holding LLC JARPA - Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks approval of a Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application (JARPA) Exemption for the replacement of an existing bulkhead, dock, and single-family residence and the placement of a new shop building. The subject parcel totals 1.87 acres and is zoned Residential LAMIRD Rural Residential Resource One Dwelling Unit Per Acre (RL 1/1) in Rural Thurston County.
Clearwood Community Association Special Use Permit -
Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks approval of a Special Use Permit to allow for a new office building/community building for the Clearwood Community Association. The proposed structure would be 3,572 square feet with an office area and a meeting room for HOA meetings and gatherings. This new facility would replace an existing community building and is anticipated to maintain the same number of employees. No increase in traffic is anticipated by the proposed improvements.
Pierce Reasonable Use Exception - Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks approval of a Reasonable Use Exception for the removal of the existing residential structure and the construction of a new single-family residence. The applicant proposes a septic drainfield off site at a parcel owned by the applicant that is outside of the critical area. The subject parcel and the proposed drainfield parcel are each 0.2 acres and are zoned Residential LAMIRD Two Dwelling Units Per One Acre (RL 2/1) in Rural Thurston County.
88th Place Preliminary Plat - Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks approval of a Preliminary Plat for a subdivision of 22.04 acres into 105 single-family residential lots and additional tracts for open space, stormwater and access. A Class 4 Forest Land Conversion is requested for the harvest of approximately one million board feet of timber. The subject property is located within the Tumwater Urban Growth Area (UGA) in the Single-family Low Density (SFL) zoning district which has a density of between 4 and 6 dwelling units per acre.
SEPA Mitigated Determination of Nonsignificance
Threshold Determination:
The lead agency for this proposal has determined that the attached mitigating conditions, along with
required compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes will mitigate all probable significant
adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under RCW
43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency of a completed Environmental
Checklist and other information on file with the Lead Agency. This information is available to the public
on request.
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To mitigate traffic impacts within the City of Tumwater, the proponent will need to contribute $4,219 for each trip, for the higher of the AM or PM peak period project trip generation, entering the Tumwater Boulevard/I-5 interchange area to the City prior to final project approval, pursuant to County Road Standards. See the 9-24-25 traffic study provided by the project proponent for a breakdown of this mitigation amount. Timing of the contributions may be altered if approved by both the City of Tumwater and Thurston County.
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To mitigate traffic impacts within the City of Tumwater, the proponent will need to contribute $2,279 per peak hour trip for construction of a roundabout at Case Road/93rd Avenue to the City prior to final project approval, pursuant to County Road Standards. See the 9-24-25 traffic study provided by the project proponent for a breakdown of this mitigation amount. Timing of the contributions may be altered if approved by both the City of Tumwater and Thurston County.
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Provision should be made to minimize the tracking of sediment by construction vehicles onto paved public roads. If sediment is deposited, it should be cleaned every day by shoveling or sweeping. Water cleaning should only be done after the area has been shoveled out or swept.
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During construction, all releases of oils, hydraulic fluids, fuels, other petroleum products, paints, solvents, and other deleterious materials must be contained and removed in a manner that will prevent their discharge to waters and soils of the state. The cleanup of spills should take precedence over other work on the site.
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A good faith asbestos survey must be conducted on structures to be demolished by a certified Asbestos Hazardous Emergency Response Act (AHERA) building inspector. If asbestos is found during the survey, an Asbestos Removal Notification must be completed and all asbestos containing material must be property removed prior to demolition and if the structure is 120 sq. ft. or greater, a Demolition Notification must be submitted regardless of the results of the asbestos survey.
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If contamination is suspected, discovered, or occurs during the proposed SEPA action, testing of the potentially contaminated media must be conducted. If contamination of soil or groundwater is readily apparent, or is revealed by testing, Ecology must be notified. Contact the Environmental Report Tracking System Coordinator for the Southwest Regional Office (SWRO) at (360) 407- 6300. For assistance and information about subsequent cleanup and to identify the type of testing that will be required, contact Thomas Middleton with the SWRO, Toxics Cleanup Program at the phone number provided above.
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All grading and filling of land must utilize only clean fill. All other materials may be considered solid waste and permit approval may be required from your local jurisdictional health department prior to filling. All removed debris resulting from this project must be disposed of at an approved site. Contact the local jurisdictional health department or Department of Ecology for proper management of these materials.
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In the event that archaeological deposits or skeletal material or features of a burial/interment situation are encountered, all work in the vicinity of the discovery area must stop immediately and contact made with the Washington State Historic Preservation Officer, the Nisqually & Squaxin Indian Tribal archaeologists and Thurston County Community Planning and Economic Development.
Mountain Terrace Large Lot Subdivision - Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks approval of a Class IV Forest Land Conversion permit for a proposed four (4) lot large lot subdivision. Clearing would be done to create buildable residential sites and create room for a new road to serve the proposed residential lots. The estimated volume of timber to be harvested is approximately 37,000 board feet, or 2.48 acres. The subject parcel totals 25.27 acres and is zoned Rural Residential Resource One Dwelling Unit Per Five Acres (RRR 1/5) in Rural Thurston County.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Humphrey Reasonable Use Exception - Comment Period Closed
The proposal is a Reasonable Use Exception (RUE) request for permitting of a future single-family residence and associated appurtenances within a wetland buffer. The parcel totals 4.89 acres and is zoned Rural Residential Resource One Dwelling Unit per Five Acres (RRR1/5) in rural Thurston County. Location: 4331 88th Ave. SW, Olympia.
Balbo Retaining Walls and Bulkhead Repair -
Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks approval of a Shoreline Substantial Development Permit and Conditional Use permit for the repair of an existing bulkhead that will include the installation of pressure treated lumber lagging wall, a concrete retaining wall, and anchoring methods including helical anchors and injected expandable polyfoam. The subject parcel totals 0.27 acres and is zoned Rural LAMIRD Two Dwelling Units Per One Acre (RL 2/1) in Rural Thurston County.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
Morris Road LLC & Kowalski Large Lot Subdivision Project - Comment Period Closed
Subdivide two legal parcels totaling 34 acres into 6 lots of greater than 5 acres each. The property is zoned Rural Residential Resource – One dwelling per 5 acres (RRR 1/5) in unincorporated Thurston County. The property contains wetlands.
Location: 11303 Morris Road SE, Yelm
SEPA Determination - Comment Period Closed
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
Threshold Determination:
The lead agency for this proposal has determined that with required compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes will mitigate all probable significant adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency 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 197-11-350; the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date below. Comments must be submitted no later than November 5, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. Appeals of this DNS must be made to the County no later than November 12, 2025.
Cram A Lot Storage Unit Determination of Significance - Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks Administrative Site Plan Review approval for construction of four additional mini storage buildings totaling 31,895 square feet of additional building space. The project also requests an administrative wetland buffer reduction from 220 ft to a minimum of 165 ft. The project requires SEPA review due to the size of the proposed additions and volume of grading (over 500 cubic yards). The site zoning is Rural Commercial Center (RCC) in rural, unincorporated Thurston County.
Convergent Energy Battery Energy Storage System - Comment Period Closed
The proposal is to construct a lithium-ion battery energy storage system (BESS) including two (2) transformers and two (2) Power Conversion Systems (PCS). The Convergent Energy BESS is a utility-grade energy storage system capable of supplementing the existing power grid and will be connected to Puget Sound Energy local grid via an approximately 1.2-mile overhead line spanning two (2) new poles to the Point of Interconnection (POI). The BESS is proposed to cover a footprint of approximately 16,000 square feet. Existing uses on the parcel will remain.
SEPA Determination
MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (MDNS)
Threshold Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that the attached mitigating conditions, along with required compliance with applicable County, State and Federal codes will mitigate all probable significant adverse impacts upon the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(C). This decision was made after review by the Lead Agency of a completed Environmental Checklist and other information on file with the Lead Agency. This information is available to the public on request.
Findings:
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Emergency Operations Plans for BESS are required under International Fire Code (IFC) 1206.11.3 and Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 51-54A-1206.11.3, which mandate coordination with emergency responders. Local fire districts in Thurston County (e.g., West Thurston Fire Authority) have jurisdiction over rural facilities and require prior coordination for access, water supply, and hazard-specific response planning. Given the potential fire and chemical hazards associated with lithium-ion systems, a comprehensive emergency planning document ensures rapid and informed response and will protect public health and safety. Requiring the documentation early ensures first responders have adequate time to review and coordinate training with the Applicant.
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Thurston County adopts the Washington State Fire Code (WAC 51-54A), which includes IFC 2021 as amended, as Chapter 14.32 Thurston County Code. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 855 is incorporated by reference in evaluating BESS installations. Because Thurston County is a small local government with officials new to reviewing BESS, staff finds that the requirement of a licensed Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) ensures compliance with technical fire protection standards and protect public health and safety.
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Hazard Mitigation Analysis (HMA) is required where mixed energy systems or large-scale installations exceed certain thresholds. IFC Section 104.8.2 and local practice in Thurston County allow the fire code official to require independent third-party technical review and certification of an HMA prior to submittal. Thurston County is a small local government with officials new to reviewing BESS. Therefore, staff finds that the requirement of a third-party technical review ensures appropriate evaluation of the systems and risks associated with a utility-grade BESS.
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Decommissioning plans are standard practice for utility-scale clean energy projects, including solar, wind, and energy storage systems. Requirement of a decommissioning plan is consistent with IFC and WAC 51-54A-1206.13. Properly planned site reclamation and financial assurance reduce the risk of abandonment or hazardous conditions post-use.
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Thurston County coordinates with DAHP and local Tribes such as the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation on cultural resource concerns in the Rochester area. Compliance with cultural resource protections ensures legal obligations are met and respects Tribal sovereignty and heritage, especially in areas with known cultural significance.
Mitigating Conditions:
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Prior to final inspection and occupancy, the applicant must submit an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) that includes incident response protocols, emergency contact procedures, and site-specific firefighting tactics. The EOP must be developed in collaboration with the local fire authority having jurisdiction (West Thurston Fire Authority for parcel 13503110301), and applicable staff must receive site-specific emergency response training.
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Prior to final inspection and before or concurrent with fire permits, the applicant shall submit a Fire Safety Compliance Plan signed and sealed by a Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) licensed in Washington State. The plan must demonstrate compliance with NFPA 855, UL 9540A, and IFC Chapter 12, including thermal runaway prevention, ventilation, and spatial separation requirements.
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A third-party certified Hazard Mitigation Analysis (HMA) must be submitted and approved prior to final inspection. The analysis must assess thermal event propagation, adjacent equipment interaction, toxic gas release, and compliance with IFC and WAC 51-54A.
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Decommissioning Plan is required prior to final inspection and approval. At a minimum, the decommissioning plan must comply with requirements in WAC 51-54A and include a plan for removal of all energy storage system component; hazardous materials handling and transport in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws; additional protective measures that will be applied during removal; site restoration; and financial assurance in the form of a performance bond or a letter of credit from a licensed financial institution.
- The Applicant and subsequent property owners must comply with all requirements of state and/or federal law to avoid disturbance and alteration of artifacts, remains, or other cultural resources on site during development.
Review comments submitted on the proposed project.
The Townhomes at Sleater Junction
The applicant seeks approval of a Preliminary Plat for a townhome development on the subject site. This proposal consists of the construction of fifty (50) units, 3.03 acres of dedicated open spaces, stormwater facilities, internal streets, sidewalks and off-site pedestrian paths. The property is approximately 8.59 acres and is zoned Low Density Residential District 0-6 (LD 0-6) in the Lacey Urban Growth Area.
Pacific Village Multi-Family Development - Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks approval of a Master Plan Amendment and Preliminary Plat to develop the subject site into a multi-family complex in place of a commercial business center. This includes the construction of thirty-four (34) townhomes, eight (8) multi-family residential buildings totaling 203 apartment units, dedicated open spaces, pedestrian pathways facilitating foot and bike travel, as well as private surface parking. The property is approximately 12.74 acres and is zoned Village Urban Center (V(U)C) in the Lacey Urban Growth Area.
Long Bulkhead Repair - Comment Period Closed
The applicant seeks to repair and replace an existing bulkhead that is failing. What can be retained of the existing bulkhead will be kept. Access to the work site will be restricted to the west side of the house, avoiding septic components. The subject parcel totals 0.39 acres and is zoned Low Density Zero to Four Units per Acre (LD 0-4) in the Lacey Urban Growth Area.
Yelm Townhomes Plat - Comment Period Closed
The applicant proposes to subdivide 0.94 acres into 8 lots. The lots are proposed to contain six (6) townhome units and two (2) single family detached units. All lots will be accessed by private road. City of Olympia sewer and water utilities are proposed to serve each lot. The parcel is zoned Residential Four to Eight Units per Acre (R 4-8) in the Olympia Urban Growth Area.
Location: 2835 Yelm Hwy SE
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