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HomeMy WebLinkAboutForestry and Road Access - GRD Letters / Memos - 12/30/2005 JAMES E. HUNGERFORDATTORNEV P.O.BOX1191 RECEIVED SHELTON,WA 98584 JAN 0 3 6 Phone: 360/427-5097 FAX: 360/426-5995 MCCD - PLANNING December 30, 2005 Michael MacSems Mason County Planning Department P. O. Box 279 Shelton, WA 98584 Re: Grading permit Hungerford Holding Company, Inc. &Montana Reach, Inc. Dear Mr. MacSems: Enclosed is a copy of the grading permit application signed on the bottom by Tami Griffey of the Building Department as being exempt. We are working on the Mason Environmental Permit application and should have that filed soon. Sincerely, i — un Hungerford cc: Montana Reach, Inc. • •FORM MUST BE COMPLETED IN INK PLEASE PRESS HARD PERMIT NO.: GRD MASON COUNTY LAND MODIFICATION PERMIT APPLICATION 428 W.Cedar/P.O.Box 186,Shelton,WA 98584 Shelton 360 427-96 elfair 360 275-467 Elma 360 482-5269 Seattle 206 464-6968 APPLICANT INFORMATION CONTRACTOR INFORMATION Owner t401t,0/ry u- c ntpr y )K��: Contractor Name 70 f' is r��z2r-vn liv r:� Mailing Address U . 6, i 0 Mailing Address City S tt�rC.IQ State w'h- Zip Code y6S City State Zip Code Phone( ,�1 0 +v-7-y-0g7 Other Ph.( Ph.(- Other Ph.( Lien/Title Holder "cW;�(A- (L_4_-4%-c:tt , r ty a Contractor Reg. # Address 1 i=. rtw y 1 v um cyti PC 1k v Expiration ENGINEER INFORMATIONt�� Name �9�� ,�cclw�c nz jv�sTl Nit t�/t r�ru+i� "/ 3 �flofle( ' "c�` r,� S&P Address State) Zip Code PARCEL INFORMATION-12 digit Tax Parcel No. q / ©v© f © Fire District_ Legal Description EA--L-x oyv-. «w rrtrace-, �- v r�-A Site Address(include street name and cit Y 1 0& , u tyi oW_ ,,�A Directions to site: ON c- 011 t,t. t�, oP A-L P v(2-tSjU0 K )N cpn, _f., 1 Gv lk Will timber be cut and sold in parcel preparation? (Yes/No) L-='S Is your property within 200' of the following: Body of Water(Name) -?Loyt C-erryIt-�._- Saltwater.-)'4_ Lake River/Creek Pond Wetland Seasonal Runoff Stream Slopes or Bluffs X Soft compressible soils TYPE OF JOB -Excavation Filling Grading x Total size of area i, 000 5G. � Size of area to be cleared on slopes over 10% 'S G r==r- -, do F,-r Estimated amount of cubic yards -�.00 Y 00 �I73 Describe Work_C;v r t F+L_` attl c w''VY --ko Lw- 1-- W• Tit ON-a ri= W rtf L- a- 1 fi--- hS nt tz CT L—--O Y j-•C.-etr2-�`c--Q ll 1��(=YYI L—,k-1 S LAND MODIFICATION INFORMATION YES NO Will fill be brought on site? If yes, source p W Will excavated materials be taken off site? If yes, destination p Er Does fill contain potential hazardous materials? p or Has a soils report been completed on site? If yes, include copy. LsiEz &_c_o ecK-- (z_wofc%s) p Er Will proposal result in redirection of any surface water runoff onto adjacent properties? 0 Er Will proposed work alter where storm water or ground water enters or exits the site? 0 iff Will quality, quantity or velocity of storm/ground water be altered? 0 ar Will runoff be collected/controlled by interceptors, curtain drains or other collection devices? 13 VViii the land be repianted upon completion? t Will the proposal result in slopes steeper than those currently on site? 0 Is the site within 200' of a designated shoreline? E NOTICE: THIS PERMIT BECOMES NULL&VOID IF WORK OR CONSTRUCTION AUTHORIZED IS NOT COMMENCED WITHIN 180 DAYS OR IF CONSTRUCTION WORK IS SUSPENDED OR ABANDONED FOR A PERIOD OF 180 DAYS AT ANY TIME AFTER THE WORK IS COMMENCED. PROOF OF CONTINUATION OF WORK IS BY MEANS OF A PROGRESS INSPECTION. The owner or agent on owner's behalf,represents that the information provided is accurate and grants employees of Mason County access to the above described property and structures for review and inspection of this project. Acknowledgment of such is by signature below: OWNER AFFIDAVIT-I certify that I am exempt from the requirements of CONTRACTOR'S AFFIDAVIT-I certify that I am currently registered as a the Contractor Registration Law RCW 18.27 and am aware of the contractor in the State of Washington and that I am aware of the ordinance requirements for which this permit is issued and that all work ordinance requirements regulating the work for which this permit is issued will be done in conformance therewith. No changes shall be made without and all work shall be done in conformance therewith. No changes shall first obtaining approval. be made without first obtaining approval. i Date '' 7/L''� X Date FOR OFFICIAL USE BEYOND THIS POINT Accepted by Date Submittal Amount Due Receipt No. DEPARTMENTAL REVIEW APPROVED DENIED CONDITION CODES Building Depaliillant j �+ Planning Department ///7 cltC Public Works Department Fire Marshal FEES Grading Permit Fee Site Inspection Plan Review Fee Other Public Works Fee Pre-Paid at Submittal ( ) Violation Fee TOTAL FEES fm lA4 s MASON COUNTY D�L DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT i Planning Mason County Bldg. 1 411 N.5th P.O.Box 279 Shelton,WA 98584 (360) 427-9670 Belfair (360) 275-4467 Elma (360) 482-5269 Seattle (206) 464-6968 November 18, 2002 Jerry Vermillion c/o Ken Martig Martig Engineering P.O. Box 11850 Olympia, WA 98508-1850 RE: Engineering Report; Tax Parcel Number 32234-44-00010 Dear Ken: I received the Engineering Report that you prepared, addressing the grading activity and vegetation removal that occurred on the above noted parcel. While the Engineering Report does not contain the information required in a formal Geotechnical Assessment or Geotechnical Report(pursuant to Mason County Resource Ordinance section 17.01.100), I understand that the Engineering Report was submitted to address the County's immediate concerns while a formal Geotechnical Report is prepared for the site. The Engineering Report has not been reviewed or approved by Mason County's Engineer. Rather, I have accepted the Engineering Report as an interim compliance measure pending receipt of the formal Geotechnical Report. From the Engineering Report, I understand that you prescribe no additional erosion control actions at this time. I understand that you (Martig Engineering) will monitor the site through the 2002-2003 winter wet season, and will immediately coordinate corrective measures with Mr. Vermillion if any potential problems become evident. Finally, I understand that no new grading or vegetation removal will occur until a full Geotechnical Report supporting such additional activity is submitted to, and approved by Mason County. You mention that "removal of firewood and timber thinning will continue, using existing roads that will be maintained using DNR BMP's to arrest runoff and erosion." I would like to reiterate that any land clearing performed contrary to Mason County Resource Ordinance section 17.01.100 will be pursued as a willful violation of County regulations. I have enclosed section 17.01.100 for your review. Please discuss the section with Mr. Vermillion, and contact me at (360) 427-9670 ext. 593 if you have any questions or concerns. I anticipate working cooperatively with you both, and thank you for your attention to this. matter. At this time, I will place the enforcement file on"hold"status,pending receipt of the formal geotechnical report. Upon receipt of an acceptable geotechnical report for the parcel, the enforcement file will be closed. Regardless of whether Mr. Vermillion ultimately decides to go ahead with his development proposal for the parcel,an acceptable geotechnical report addressing at least the work performed to date must be submitted. The geotechnical report must be submitted to satisfy requirements pursuant to Mason County Resource Ordinance section 17.01.100, and resolution of this enforcement action is contingent upon submittal of an acceptable report. Mason County has jurisdiction over this matter until October 26, 2003. As such,the report must be submitted by August 26, 2003 to provide the County the opportunity to review the report and schedule a compliance hearing if necessary. Again, thank you for your anticipated cooperation. Sincerely, Kristin French Code Enforcement Cc: Michael MacSems UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE First-Class Mail Postage&Fees Paid USPS Permit No.G-10 • Sender: Please print your name, address, and ZIP+4 in this box • KRISTIN FRENCH MASON COUNTY PLANNING P 0 BOX 279 SHELTON WA 98584 COMPLETE ■ Complete items 1, 2, and 3.Also complete A. Signature item 4 if Restricted Delivery is desired. ❑Agent IN Print your name and address on the reverse X ❑Addressee so that we can return the card to you. B. Received by(Printed Name) C. Date of Delivery ■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, or on the front if space permits. D. Is delivery address different from item 1? ❑ Yes 1. Article Addressed to: If YES,enter delivery address below: ❑ No U ,1 I /u2.4 7 K, wa pr SF wA 9s�s � 3 3. Service Type 32 2 -3 q q q— C t)U 1 0 Certified Mail ❑ Express Mail ❑ Registered ❑ Return Receipt for Merchandise ❑ Insured Mail ❑ C.O.D. 4. Restricted Delivery?(Extra Fee) ❑ Yes 2. Article (Transf, 7001 1940 0007 4248 8054 PS Form 3811.August 2001 Domestic Return Receipt 102595-01-M-2509 A MARTIG ENGINEERING P.O. Box 11850 Olympia, WA 98508-1850 ` "" -- (360) 754-9687 November 11 2002 �---� {l p c j � ``�-_ i! t�l y�(J � r I F LAI""r,IING Mason County Department of Community Development 426 W. Cedar P.O. Box 578 Shelton, WA 98584 Attn: Kristin French, Code Enforcement Re: CODE COMPLIANCE for- * Property Owner- Jerry Vermillian (10237 Kiwa Dr. SE, Olympia, WA, 98513); * Parcel Address- 8371 SR 106 Union, WA 98592; *Phone Number- (360) 491-8234; *Tax Parcel Number- #32234-44-00010; *Completed Grading- Access Roads & Graded Pads/Turnarounds/Staging Sites; *Response to Mason County Letter- Code Enforcement Warning Notice, 2/15/02; *SUBMITTAL OF ENGINEERING REPORT; *Supplement to existing Correspondence; Dear MS. French.- This Engineering Report documents our investigations and analyses of the above referenced property in response to your Warning Notice Letter dated 2/15/02, our site visit with you and Michael MacSems, and numerous discussions concerning the grading activity and vegetation removal that has occurred on this property. This Engineering Report is intended to address the stability of the already graded areas of concern and will be followed, at a later date, by a full Geotechnical Report. The full Geotechnical Report will cover how the already graded areas will be integrated into an approvable development plan, or restored, as well as cover all other necessary elements of the proposed development plan. 1 SITE INVESTIGATION On October 8, 2002, Martig Engineering conducted a complete inspection of all areas on the above referenced property where grading and vegetation removal has occurred. When comparing the graded areas with aerial photographs of record, we find that this grading has been ongoing over a number of years. Originally, grading of logging roads and skid trails was conducted to remove timber. Also early on, graded access to a potable water supply spring was conducted, with water supply pipes being installed to deliver water to cabins on the Canal. While in control of the property, Mr. Vermillian has improved and extended the logging roads and skid trails to further remove timber and firewood. Associated with this activity, he has graded level pads for decking logs, sawing lumber, and producing split firewood. Recently, Mr. Vermillian has been attempting to sub-divide the property into several single-family residential lots. He did contact Mason County staff during his efforts, and did proceed with Septic System perk holes (which required additional access grading). However, he did not understand the actual process requirements, since many of the applicable regulations were evolving and new to him. Mr. Vermillian completely halted all grading and vegetation removal since receiving the February 15, 2002 Warning Notice letter. His activities have been restricted to cutting firewood and finishing the sawing of lumber, both using roads and sites existing as of 2/15/02. During our site investigation we photographed all areas where grading and vegetation removal has occurred. Attached at the end of this Report narrative is a copy of the "Roads & Grading Site Plan, Photo Inspection Record". This Site Plan shows all graded areas and where each of the thirty-one photographs was taken. Copies of the photographs are also attached. ANALYSES As shown in the attached thirty-one photographs, most of the graded areas have noticeable vegetation on them, except the tire tracts where bare gravely soil remains. This vegetation consists of planted grasses and natural Understory brushes, weeds, vines etc. and Canopy seedlings of Alder, Fir, Cedar, etc. that have started naturally. 2 Photographs 1 and 2 show the road associated with the Septic Drainfield for the Vermillian Cabin. This road continues up the hill for timber and firewood removal as shown in photos 3 thru 6. Photographs 7 thru 15 show the majority of the roadway grading. Potential building sites, yet to be proven feasible, exist at photo site 7 thru 9, at site 11 & 12, at site 22 & 23, and at site 24 & 25. The upcoming full Geo-Tech Report will address their actual potential and include a proposed development plan. The main Code Warning problem area is shown in photographs 16 thru 21, at the Site Map location marked Partial Road "Gap". At this point, no signs of erosion or soil instability can be seen. However, no completion or additional grading will occur at this gap unless/until a County Approved proposal can be secured. CONCLUSION No new grading or vegetation removal will occur until a full Geotechnical Report supporting such additional activity is presented and approved by the County. Only the continued removal of firewood and timber thinning will continue, using existing roads that will be maintained using DNR BMP's to arrest runoff and erosion. Since the disturbed and graded areas have ground cover growing on them and no areas of active erosion or eminent erosion were identified during our inspection, no additional erosion control actions are prescribed at this time. However, Martig Engineering will be monitoring the site thru the 2002-2003 winter wet season. Should any erosion potential appear, Martig Engineering will immediately coordinate corrective measures with Mr. Vermillian. This concludes this Engineering Letter Report. ��F WA Sin erely: 0 �ox,FSFGfSTEa�G\��� Kenneth W. Mar ig, Jr., s,oN^`EN Attachments: #1- Roads & Grading Site Plan, Photo Inspection Record EXPIRES 1-0- o y- #2- Thirteen Pages (showing thirty-one photographs) 3 jZe ,, fi'y po 13t)x i i �-s� TAX PARCEL NUMBER: 3 Z Z 3 q - y Y -000 t o 3�0) Y110 - L2 5-3 OWNER: 1/d--t — , (( "„ VIOLATION: ( u,._��s 1,dA l{ w.�� t•_ ��(.,,�/ STATUS: v-t e4 DATE: ?` l 1 - U�2- SITE VISIT NOTES: ock— dj pj 6 a fa��- r►� s ��, -� v .� cz,<)- /U c-a4- o G-^-j- Ee C e-o-A s J-e, d -�o kl� /Pe", Cej , 1%dv,S-Qd % w; l/ v-.e-,d /-6 w ? l- P13 C✓ d yam, , 'b d( fb 10237 Kiwa Dr. SE - C Olympia, WA 98513 I V G D April 17, 2002 APR 2 2 2002 MCCD - PLANNING Kristin French Dept. of Community Development PO Box 279 Shelton, WA 98584 Dear Kristin: I am in receipt of your second letter. It is doubtful I can meet your deadline of May 22 regarding the large scale project ( full geotech report), although this may depend somewhat on Michael MacSems. I will also explore the other options with Mr. MacSems. I' m sure he will be in contact with you if need be. Thank you. Sincerely, Zery Ve(/miIIion J MASON COUNT . G"_4 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Planning Mason County Bldg.1 411 N.5th P.O.Box 279 Shelton,WA 985M (360) 427-9670 Belfair(360) 275-4467 Elma (360) 482-5269 Seattle (206) 464-6968 April 8, 2002 Jerry Vermillion 10237 Kiwa Dr. SE Olympia, WA 98513 RE: Tax Parcel Number 32234-44-00010 Dear Mr. Vermillion: Thank you for your March 25, 2002 correspondence indicating that you intend to work closely with the County as you proceed with the project planned for tax parcel number 32234-44-00010. As you stated in your letter, the permit requirements and geotechnical report requirements will be satisfied if permits and a geotechnical report submitted for a large-scale project incorporate the portion of work subject to enforcement action. However, after reviewing your letter and discussing this matter with Michael MacSems, it is apparent that the large-scale project is not proceeding on a definite time schedule. Regardless of the time-line that the large-scale project will follow, the matter subject to enforcement action must be resolved in a timely fashion. Originally, a due date of March 22, 2002 was set for receipt of an after the fact grading permit and associated geotechnical report. It was agreed that grading permits and a geotechnical report submitted for the large-scale project could incorporate the portion of work subject to enforcement action. At the time, I was under the impression that the large-scale project was progressing according to a defined time schedule. The purpose of this letter is to inquire as to a date that you anticipate being able to submit the required after the fact grading permit and geotechnical report. The original enforcement letter was dated February 15, 2002, with a due date of March 22, 2002 set. I am willing to extend the due date to May 22, 2002 to provide you the opportunity to incorporate the portion of work subject to enforcement action with submittals for the large-scale project. However, if you do not anticipate having progressed to that point with the large-scale project, separate submittals will be required to resolve the enforcement action in a timely manner. A:\322344400010.doc KLF To resolve this enforcement matter, please submit the following: "After the Fact" Mason Environmental Permit or Mason County Grading Permit Submit a Mason Environmental Permit for grading activity under 200 cubic yards cumulatively. Submit a Mason County Grading Permit for grading activity that exceeds 200 cubic yards cumulatively. After the fact permit fees are tripled. ➢ Geotechnical Report Submit a report that meets the requirements of Section 17.01.100(E) Please submit the permit application and report by May 22, 2002. If you have questions or concerns regarding this matter, contact me at(360) 427-9670 ext. 593. If a response is not received by May 22, 2002, a hearing date will be set. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation. Sincerely, Kristin French Code Enforcement A:\322344400010.doc KLF ASON COUNTY EPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - .O.Box 279 helton,WA 98584 D PR 02 / i; • APR 3 0 ?^l? - w Pb Mf5 . r:3iYh'-+t cc _ p LAN M . _ c , RETWI , Lq 10237 Kiwa Dr. SE Olympia, WA 98513 March 25, 2002 RECE " VED MAR 2 6 2002 MCCD - PLANNING Kristin French Mason County Dept. of Community Development Mason County Bldg. 1 411 N. 5tn Shelton, WA 98584 Dear Kristin: Thank you for the phone explanation regarding your letter in February. It is my understanding you will be satisfied if further work and permitting will be closely coordinated with Michael MacSems. The project has been slowed down because of this and other new information required by the county. The plan we have had will be modified and thus new financial arrangements must be made. We are working on that aspect now and will stay in touch with Mr. MacSems. If you have any further concerns at this time, please contact me. Sincerely, ,ferry Verfnillion cc: Michael MacSems MASON COUNT DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT « o2- /8 - O Planning Mason County Bldg. 1 411 N. 5th P.O.Box 279 Shelton,WA 98584 (360) 427-9670 Belfair (360) 275-4467 Elma (360) 482-5269 Seattle (206) 464-6968 February 15, 2002 Jerry Vermillion 10237 Kiwa Dr. SE Olympia, WA 98513 RE: Warning Notice; Tax Parcel Number 32234-44-00010 Dear Mr. Vermillion: Some time ago, I accompanied planners Michael MacSems and Pam Bennett-Cumming during an initial site visit to tax parcel number 32234-44-00010. During the site visit, I observed areas of grading activity and vegetation removal on an area that meets the definition of a Landslide Hazard Area. It appeared that a series of primitive roads had been recently constructed. I am aware that you are in the process of further developing the parcel and are working with Michael MacSems. I would like to make you aware of the regulations regarding Landslide Hazard Areas and would like to coordinate my requirements with those that may apply to future plans for development. I have enclosed a copy of the Mason County Resource Ordinance section 17.01.100 for your review. The majority of the site is sloping, with many areas exceeding 40% slope. Additionally, wetland seeps were observed on the site. As such, the site meets the definition of a Landslide Hazard Area. As noted in the report of preliminary soil and slope survey submitted by Krazan & Associates, Inc., the recently graded primitive roads appear to be extensions of logging roads. Section 17.01.100(D)(2)(b) and (c) provides that land clearing on Landslide Hazard Areas or their buffers must be consistent with the recommendation and plans contained in the Geotechnical Report and development approval. Section 17.01.100(D)(1)(a)provides that"no grading shall be performed in Landslide Hazard Areas prior to obtaining a grading permit subject to approval, by the Director, based on recommendations contained in the geotechnical report with slope stability, drainage, erosion control and grading recommendations." A geotechnical report and grading permit are required for the land clearing and grading performed on site. From an enforcement standpoint, the report only needs to address the work already completed. However, in the interest of coordination and efficiency, you may choose to submit a report that addresses all work completed and proposed. Further vegetation removal and grading on the site will be subject to the requirements of Section 17.01.100 as well. You may wish to discuss this approach with Michael MacSems at (360) 427-9670 ext. 571. To resolve this enforcement matter, please submit the following: y "After the Fact" Mason Environmental Permit or Mason County Grading Permit Submit a Mason Environmental Permit for grading activity under 200 cubic yards cumulatively. Submit a Mason County Grading Permit for grading activity that exceeds 200 cubic yards cumulatively. After the fact permit fees are tripled. y Geotechnical Report Submit a report that meets the requirements of Section 17.01.100(E) Please submit the permit application and report by March 22, 2002 if the application and report only address the work that has been completed to date. However, if you wish to submit an application and report that addresses all work completed and proposed, it may be possible to extend the due date. In any event, please submit the appropriate application and report, or contact me at (360)427-9670 ext. 593 by March 22, 2002 to discuss this matter. If I do not receive a response by March 22, 2002, a hearing date will be set. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation. Sincerely, c C_. Kristin French Code Enforcement J _ 1 .s v t :w 1 n.h� - fir+ , �►"'-` . w t . � V-o X yv- �� � ca� f 000 ,k p 5 ~N a , S s DO' ) -------------------------------- �v