Permit for the demolition of the existing house and garage and construction of a new single-family home

Planning and Land Use Public Notices

Notice Of Decision for Major Critical Area Work Permit

File Number: Critical Area Permit #20260027
Applicant/Owner: Asif Iqbal
Permit Type: Critical Area Work Permit and Clearing and Grade Permit
Parcel 4019300540
Location of proposal: 18491 Ballinger Way NE
Zoning: RS 20000
Current Approved Project:
Major critical area permit for the demolition of the existing house and
garage and construction of a new single-family home on parcel
4019300540. According to the City’s mapping data and application
material, there is a stream and a critical area buffer on the property.
Other Major Approvals Needed: Demolition Permit, Clearing and Grading, Building Permit, and Tree Removal Permit:
Environmental Review:
After review of the proposal and the State Environmental Policy Act
(SEPA), the City has determined that the proposal is categorically
exempt under WAC 197-11- 800(1)(b)(i) & (v).
Findings:
The Applicant’s Assessment from Wetlands Northwest dated July 1, 2025,
established the setback for a Type F stream. Type F waters require a
115-foot buffer per LFPMC 16.16.355.A.2, in addition to a 15-foot
building setback from the stream buffer per LFPMC 16.16.355.F. Buffer
and setback established by the July Letter of findings and on-site
investigation by Robert King of Wetlands Northwest LLC.
Conclusion and Decision:
The Applicant’s submittals, including written material and plans
referenced in the above findings, demonstrate that the proposed
construction of a single-family home complies with the standards of
LFPMC 16.16.355 16.16.360 Streams – Permitted alterations. The streams
will not be altered, and no development is proposed within the buffers.
Conditions of Approval:
1. Site work must strictly conform to the site plan and will not
encroach into the 115 ft buffer or the 15ft setback established by the
July 1, 2025, Wetlands Northwest Assessment, including any use or
staging of heavy equipment or construction materials. 2. As part of the
building permit review and issuance, the project shall adhere to any
conditions set by the Building Department. 3. Soil and erosion control
will prevent the transport of sediment into the stream Per LFPMC
16.24.100. A proper TESC plan shall be submitted. 4. Site work shall
conform to the design and site work recommendations of the arborist
report prepared by Advanced Arboricultural Assessment.
If any Finding is deemed to be a Conclusion or vice-versa, the Director adopts it as such. Community Development Director Mark Hofman 17425 Ballinger Way NE Lake Forest Park, WA 98155-5556 Phone: 206-957-2824 Email: mhofman@cityoflfp.gov www.cityofLFP.gov