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City Hall-Council Chambers
525 North Third Avenue
Pasco,Washington
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2019
7.00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL: Declaration of Quorum
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Meeting Minutes of August 15, 2019
B. Meeting Minutes of September 19, 2019
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Code Amendment Planned-Unit Development Revision
(CA2019-010)
B. Code Amendment Floodplain Management Ordinance Code Update
(CA 2019-012)
C. Zoning Determination To determine zoning for newly annexed parcel 119-541-023, located at
the 5000 block of West Court Street,for municipal purposes.
(ZD 2019-002)
D. Special Permit Franklin County Museum Annex
(SP 2019-02)
E. CDBG 2020-2024 Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan and Elements
(MF BGAP2019-006)
VII. WORKSHOP
VIII. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Comprehensive Plan Update
1. Parks and Open Space
2. Resource Lands
3. Public services
4. Critical Areas&Shoreline
IX. ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
City Hall-Council Chambers
525 North Third Avenue
Oil I Pasco,Washington
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2019
7.00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL: Declaration of Quorum
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Meeting Minutes of August 15, 2019 44
B. Meeting Minutes of September 19, 2019
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Code Amendment Planned-Unit Development Revision
(CA2019-010)
B. Code Amendment Floodplain Management Ordinance Code Update
(CA 2019-012)
C. Zoning Determination To determine zoning for newly annexed parcel 119-541-023,located at
the 5000 block of West Court Street,for municipal purposes.
(ZD 2019-002)
D. Special Permit Franklin County Museum Annex
(SP 2019-02)
E. CDBG 2020-2024 Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan and Elements
(MF BGAP2019-006)
VII. WORKSHOP 17
VIII. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Comprehensive Plan Update
1. Parks and Open Space
2. Resource Lands
3. Public services
4. Critical Areas&Shoreline
IX. ADJOURNMENT
This meeting is broadcast live on PSC-TV Channel 191 on Charter Cable and streamed at www.pasco-wa.com/psctvlive.
Audio equipment available for the hearing impaired;contact staff for assistance.
MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
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City Hall—525 North Third Avenue—Council Chambers
THURSDAY,AUGUST 15, 2019
7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Chairperson Myhrum.
ATTENDANCE:
Commissioners Present: Tanya Bowers, Joseph Campos, Anne Jordan, Abel Campos, Isaac Myhrum, Pam
Ransier
Staff Present: Michael Morales, (Community & Economic Development Deputy Director), Jacob B. Gonzalez
(Senior Planner), Krystle Shanks (Administrative Assistant II)
MEETING VIDEO ON DEMAND:
This meeting in its entirety has been posted and can be viewed on the City's webpage at
https://Pscty:viebit.com.
APPEARANCE OF FAIRNESS:
Chairperson Myhrum read a statement about the appearance of fairness for hearings on land use matters.
There were no declarations.
Chairperson Myhrum then asked the audience and the Planning Commission if there were any objections
based on a conflict of interest or appearance of fairness question regarding the items to be discussed. There
were no objections.
ADMINISTERING THE OATH:
Chairperson Myhrum explained that state law requires testimony in quasi-judicial hearings such as held by
the Planning Commission be given under oath or affirmation. Chairperson Myhrum swore in all those desiring
to speak.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Commissioner Ransier moved, seconded by Commissioner Bowers that the minutes dated July 18, 2019. The
motion passed unanimously.
WORKSHOP:
A. Comprehensive Plan Update
Chairperson Myhrum read the master file number and asked for comments from staff.
Jacob B. Gonzalez, Senior Planner, introduced the consultants working on the Comprehensive Plan Update.
Ferdouse Oneza (Oneza & Associates) and Ben Floyd (White Bluffs Consulting) gave a Power Point
presentation on the Comprehensive Plan Update and answered questions from the Commissioners.
Members of the public present who chose to speak were: Bill Barlow (Benton Franklin Transit), George
Dockstader(Desert Hills Realty) and Dennis Gisi (John L. Scott).
Planning Commission Meeting Page 1 August 15,2019
ADJOURNMENT:
With no further discussion or business, the Planning Commission was adjourned at 7:56 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Krystle Shanks,Administrative Assistant II
Community& Economic Development Department
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MINUTES
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�0 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
City Hall -Council Chambers
525 North Third Avenue
Pasco, Washington
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19,2019
7.00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Chair Pam Ransier who announced due to the lack of a quorum,
tonight's meeting would be a Workshop only.
ATTENDANCE
Commissioners Present: Jerry Cochran,Joseph Campos, Paul Mendez,Jerry Cochran and Pam Ransier
Staff Present: Community & Economic Development Director Rick White, Senior Planner Jacob B. Gonzalez
and Temporary Administrative Assistant II Sherrie Young.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Ransier led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MEETING VIDEO ON DEMAND
This meeting in its entirety has been posted and can be viewed on the City's webpage at
https://psctv.viebit.com.
APPEARANCE OF FAIRNESS
Chair Ransier explained Washington State law requires public meetings and hearings not only be fair, but also
appear to be fair. In addition, Washington State laws prohibits Planning Commission members from
participating in a hearing or decision in which the member may have a direct interest or may be either
benefited or harmed by the Planning Commission's decision. An objection to any Planning Commission
member hearing any matter on tonight's agenda needs to be aired at this time or it will be waived. Chair
Ransier declared she had previously worked with Port of Pasco Director of Economic Development &
Marketing Gary Ballew while they were both employed by City of Richland but indicated she no longer had
any association with Mr. Ballew other than what was being presented this evening. There were no other
declarations or objections.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Due to the lack of a quorum, approval of the August 15, 2019 Meeting Minutes will be addressed at the
October 17, 2019 Planning Commission Meeting.
WORKSHOP
A. Code Amendment: Floodplain Management Ordinance Code Update MF#CA2019-012: Community and
Economic Development Director Rick White explained Department of Ecology Eastern Region National
Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Coordinator Lynn Schmidt engaged City staff in a Community Assistance
Visit (CAV) relating to the City's floodplain management ordinance. Enforcement of the City's floodplain
management ordinance allows the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to make federally
backed flood insurance available to property owners within the City of Pasco.
Planning Commission Meeting Page 1 September 19,2019
Mr. White further explained City of Pasco's current floodplain management ordinance,Title 24 Floodplain
(Ordinance 2648), was last updated in 1987. The City will need to revise its ordinance in order to be
compliant with the current FEMA Model Ordinance for the State of Washington. Mr. White stated this
will be presented for consideration for formal approval at the October 17, 2019 Planning Commission
meeting.
B. Code Amendment: Waterfront Development District: Senior Planner Jacob Gonzalez addressed the
Planning Commission explaining City staff had received a proposed code amendment for the creation of
a new Waterfront Development (District) Code. He explained Port of Pasco was the applicant and the
proposed code amendment would create a new zoning district and design standards for the Osprey Pointe
property. Mr. Gonzalez introduced Port of Pasco Director of Community & Economic Development Gary
Ballew and WSP USA Consultant Ethan Spoo.
Mr. Ballew and Mr.Spoo addressed the Planning Commission stating Port of Pasco and City of Pasco share
a vision for the Pasco waterfront providing for a multitude of uses. He stated the vision was developed
through a series of studies and reviewed permitted, conditional and prohibited uses as well as
development standards encouraging efficiency by maximizing the area for land uses (building, open
space, etc.) and by reducing the area required for automobiles through shared parking incentives and
lower parking ratios.
The Planning Commission felt there was significant public interest in developing the waterfront and
thanked the gentlemen for their presentation.
C. Comprehensive Plan Update: Mr. Gonzalez gave a brief summary of the draft Comprehensive Plan
elements explaining economic development and housing were mandatory elements as required by the
Washington State Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A.070).
There was discussion regarding how the Comprehensive Plan would be presented to the Planning
Commission for review. Since it is quite a large document, Mr. Gonzalez explained he would present the
document in segments.
Chair Ransier thanked staff.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to bring before the Planning Commission,Mr.Cochran moved to adjourn at 7:45pm.
Mr. Campos seconded and the motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Sherrie S. Young, Temporary Administrative Assistant II
Community& Economic Development Department
Planning Commission Meeting Page 2 September 19,2019
MEMORANDUM TO PLANNING COMMISSION
City"I PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
1IIPasco City Hall —525 North Third Avenue—Council Chambers
DATE: THURSDAY, October 17th, 2019
7:00 PM
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Jacob B. Gonzalez, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: MF # CA2019-010—Planned Unit Development Revisions
A Planned Unit Development (PUD) is both a type of development and a regulatory process. PUDs
are identified in the Pasco Municipal Code (PMC) in Title 25.140 with the purpose of providing
opportunities for innovation, creativity and flexibility for land development within the city. PUDs
can include a variety of housing types and are often maintained by a homeowner's association.
In addition to the housing types,the benefit of PUDs is that they can offer amenities such as open
space, parks and gathering spaces for the homeowners within the development.
As identified in the PMC, PUDs are exempt from certain design standards and requirements
including: minimum lot size and setbacks. While the code currently allows for flexibility, the
minimum site area requirement of ten acres (PMC 25.140.030) is prohibitive of where the PUD
ordinance can actually be applied.
An effort to amend the Planned Unit Development ordinance began in 2017 with revisions to the
open space criteria. In 2018, additional revisions were identified to include a reduction to the
minimum site area and density requirements. This item was continued at the July 2019 Planning
Commission meeting to allow for more staff coordination.
Staff has provided the following analysis and proposed code amendments to the Planned Unit
Development requirements for your review.
Analysis— Minimum Site Area Requirement
The table below includes the minimum site area required by jurisdictions of varying sizes.
Jurisdiction Minimum Site Area
City of Kennewick (WA) 5 Acres
City of Olympia (WA) None
City of Vancouver(WA) None
City of Spokane (WA) None
City of Yakima (WA) 2 Acres
Table 1-Minimum Sile Area Comparison
The City of Pasco requirement of a minimum of ten acres is twice the size of our neighboring
jurisdiction (Kennewick). Because of the continued residential growth, staff believes the city
requirement for site area should be reduced to align more closely between other large cities in
Washington.
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The City Comprehensive Plan identifies four land-use classifications that permit residential
development. Aligning the site requirement to correlate with the intended goals and uses of each
land use classification would allow a PUD to be utilized while remaining consistent with the
underlying residential zoning district. The current PMC exempts a PUD from various design
standards and requirements, intended to promote its utilization however additional parameters
should be included to ensure that the PUD is developed to meet the goals and policies of each
land-use classification.
The table below provides the minimum density (units) for each land-use classification of the
Pasco Comprehensive Plan.
Land Use Classification Minimum Units/Acre
Low Density Residential 6 du /acre
Mixed Residential 12 du /acre
High Density Residential 21 du / acre
Mixed Residential / Commercial 17 du / acre
Table 2-Proposer! Hininuun Density Requirements for PUDs
Analysis —Open Space Requirement
The PUD ordinance is a tool provided to allow for flexibility in the land development code. In
exchange for this flexibility, the PUD was to provide a minimum percentage of open space for
those residing within the development. The current requirement of 35% can create a challenge
for the utilization of the PUD ordinance.
Jurisdiction Open Space Reguirement
City of Kennewick (WA) 15%
City of Vancouver(WA) 10%
City of Spokane(WA) 10%
Table 3-Open Space Requirement Comparison
Staff is proposing to clearly define Open Space and reduce the requirement from 35%to 15%.
Suggested wording for the definition of Open Space is as follows:
The PUD shall provide not less than 10 percent of the gross land area for common open
space. Common open space shall be accessible to all owners or tenants of the
development at the time of final approval. Open space shall be provided for active or
passive recreational activities and for the preservation of existing natural site amenities
whenever possible. Maintenance and operation of the open space shall be the
responsibility of the property(s) owner or homeowners association.
(a) Open space shall not include:
i. Streets, alleys, and other rights-of-way;
ii. Vehicle drives, parking, loading and storage areas;
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(b) Examples of amenities and open space can include but not limited to:
i. Pedestrian pathways and bike trails;
ii. Open lawn areas, playgrounds, recreation fields;
iii. Community gardens;
iv. Community club area
Analysis —Private Streets and Connectivity
The current PUD allows for the use of private streets; however, a clear and consistent standard
for private streets does not exist in the Pasco Municipal Code. Planning and Public Works staff
coordinated to identify an appropriate standard that can be used by applicants when necessary
to meet the density requirements of a proposed PUD. Additionally, language was added to the
revised PMC to ensure new PUDs will have street and pedestrian connectivity to existing, planned
or proposed streets to adjacent neighborhoods.
At this time, planning staff is seeking discussion and welcomes input from the Planning
Commission on the proposed changes.
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Chapter 25.140
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
Sections:
25.140.010-Purpose.
25.140.020-Permitted uses.
25.140.030 -Minimum site area.
25.140.040 -Relationship to adjacent areas.
25.140.050 -Phased development.
25.140.060 -Combined preliminary and final PUD.
25.140.070 -Concurrent platting.
25.140.080 -Design standards and requirements.
25.140.090 -Procedure for approval of planned unit developments.
25.140.100 -Effective preliminary planned unit development approval.
25.140.110 -Preliminary PUD approval expiration.
25.140.120 -Final PUD application.
25,140.130 -Expiration of time limits.
25.140.140 -Changes and modifications.
25.140.150 -Building permits.
25.140.010 -Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to provide opportunities for innovation,creativity and flexibility in land
development within the City.It is intended to encourage the development of efficient,high quality development Deleted:It is intended to encourage the use of new
through flexibility in building controls,including density, lot sizes, setbacks and heights,The result must techniques and technology resulting in a more creative
approach to development of land that kill realize economies
nreserve and enhance the oublic health, safety,welfare and access of the community and must be consistent ofscale and pennit flexibility that protides I'or aesthetic
with the Coinnrehensive Plan. diversification of site layout and spatial arrangements
between geographic features,structures,circulation patterns,
Furthermore, it is the purpose of this chapter to: utilities and open space.
J (1) Encourage development that enhances the dluality of life while protecting the health,safety,weltarc
1 and access of residents; Deleted:and ttelfare
(2)Jncrease housing sugply,and the choice of housing styles available in the community;. Deleted:Encourage tarietyinhousing opponon;ties
(3)Preserve to the weatest extent possible the existing land forms and natural vegetation and minimize
adverse effect on sensitive environmental areas;
(4),[rroinote high-quality design and aesthetics,and Deleted:Encourage the development of viable
economic base
( Lessen development impacts on adjacent areas through site design and necessary mitigation Deleted:;
treasures. Deleted:4
Deleted:Encourage development of land uses that will
((� Provide guidelines for development of planned unit developments. [Ord.3354§2, 1999;Code 1970 be compatible with and complement existing or proposed
§25.62.010.] adjacent land uses;and
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5.140.020 Permitted USCS. Deleted:25.140.020 Permitted
The planned unit development district may be approved for any use or combination of uses pennitted by this
title except combinations of residential and industrial uses.Uses pennitted in any specific PUD district shall be
enumerated in the ordinance establishing such a district.[Ord.3354§2,1999;Code 1970§25.62.020.]
25.140.030-Minimum site area.
The minimum site area for a Planned Unit Development within a proposed development alication includin
the area of public and/or private streets shall be as follows:
Comprehensive Plan Land Use Classification Minimum Site Area(Acres)
Low Density Residential 2
Mixed Residential None
High-Density Residential None
Mixed Residential/Commercial None
5.140 040 -Relationship to adjacent areas. --- Deleted:The midiom.site area for a PUD is 10 acres.
The design and layout of a PUD shall take into account the relationship of the site to the surrounding areas. [()rd.3354 g z,1999;code 1970§25.62.030]1
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(1) The street system of a proposed Planned Unit Development shall be designed to connect with
existing,proposed,and planned streets outside of the proposed site;
(2)Planned streets shall connect with surrounding streets to permit the convenient movement of vehicles
and to facilitate emergency access and evacuation;and
(3)The perimeter of the PUD shall be so designed as to minimize any adverse impact on adjacent
properties.
---- ------------ ---------- ----------- Deleted:The perimeter ofthe PUD shall be so designed
as to minimize any undesirable impact on adjacent
25.140.050-Phased development. --------- ------ -""� propercia:;and9
Development of a planned unit development may be phased,in which case all the property anticipated for PUD Deleted:(2) Setbacks from the propeny line of a PUD
development shall be submitted as a preliminary PUD showing a conceptual depiction of the eventual shall acbe comparableto those a the existing development
ofadhe perent mitted
or to the type oies.[Ord.335 which
development through all phases.Subsequent to legislative approval of the preliminary PUD plan,portions of the maybe permhted on adjacent properties.lora.sssa§z,
development may be submitted as a final PUD for review and approval.[Ord.3354§2, 1999;Code 1970§ 1999;code 1970 g 25.62.040.]q
25.62.050.1
25.140.060-Combined preliminary and final PUD.
In all cases,the preliminary PUD and final PUD may be combined and processed as a final PUD.[Ord.3354§
2, 1999;Code 1970§25.62.060.]
25.140.070-Concurrent platting.
Plats for PUDs requiring platting may be processed concurrently with the PUD approval procedures.[Ord.3354
§2, 1999;Code 1970§25.62.070.]
25.140.080-Design standards and requirements.
(1) Subdivision Requirements.If land or structures within a proposed PUD are to be sold to more than
one person,partnership,firm or corporation,or are to include the dedication of land,then the proposed
PUD shall be subject to the short plat or long plat procedures of PMC Title 21;
(2) Right-of-Way Requirements.City policy with regards to the dedication of right-of-way and right-of-
way improvements as established in Resolution No. 1372 and PMC 12.04.100 are waived in a PUD;
(3) Zoning Requirements.A planned unit development shall be exempt from the minimum lot size and
setback standards of this title except,where on-site parking is located in front of a structure,that portion
of the structure shall be set back le 0 feet from the property line; _ Deleted:20
(4)Density Requirements A minimum density requirement shall be established for each land-use
identified in the Comprehensive PlanThe minimum density requirements are provided in the table
below:
Land Use Classification Minimum Units/Acre - --- Formatted Table
Low Density Residential 6 du/acre
Mixed Residential 12 du/acre
High Density Residential 21 du/acre
Mixed Residential/Commercial 17 du/acre
(� Density&mus.The Planning Commission may recommend and the City Council may authorize a_ Deleted:4
density not more than 20 percent greater han what is Otherwise permitted following findings that the Deleted:The basic density in a planned unit development
amenities or design features which promote the purposes of this chapter are provided; shall be established for each land use as provided in the
zoning districts of PMC Title 25.
(6)Amenities and 9 en Space Reauirments The PUD shall nrn 'de not less than lOq erSellt of the — Moved(inurtion)[11
mss land area for common open st ace Common open space shall be accessible to all owners or tenams - - Deleted:35
of the development at the time of final approval Open space shall be provided for active or passive
recreational activities and for the preservation of existing natural site amenities whenever possible.
Maintenance and operation of the open space shall be the responsibility of thepronerv(s)owner or
homeowners association.
(a)Open space shall not include:
i Streets,alleys,and other rights-of-way:
ii.Vehicle drives parking loading and storage areas
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(b)Examples of amenities and open space can include but not limited to:
i Pedestrian pathways and bike trails:
ii.Open lawn areas playgrounds recreation fields;
iii.Community gardens:
iv.Community club area
Q Lot Requirements._Minimum lot areas,lot dimensions,building heights,lot coverage and yard ..- Deletea:5
requirements shall be as established on the approved development plan;
L8) Setbacks between Buildings._A distance between all structures shall at a minimum comply with the - Deleted:(6)
standards prescribed by the most current edition of the International Building and Fire Codes as adopted Moved up[t1:open space aequtrements.Tne pup span
by the City Council'and provide not less than 35 percent of the gross land area for
common open spacq
(9)Public Street Standards Public street standards as identified in PMC 21 I S 020 shall apply. Deletedal
(10)Private Street Standards Private streets may be approved if the applicant can demonstrate that the Deleted:?
minimum density as identified in PMC 25.140.080(4)cannot be achieved without a modification to the
public street standards Private street improvements for a PUD shall meet the standards for Local Access
Roads at a minimum with the exception being that sidewalk must be present on at least one side and
on-street parking must be present on one side This will result in a roadway section with curb and
utter,that measures 31'back-to-back of curb Storm water facilities must be able to treat and retain all
storm water on-site without any runoff enter City of Pasco right-of-way.
A PUD improvement will not be allowed where the property owner does not control both sides of the
proposed roadway
(11)Utility improvements.Water,sewer and irrigation(if applicable)improvements shall be required at
the time the property is developed and shall be required for all properties.Water and sewer utilities shall
be extended throw h the length of the oronerty being developed.The design and construction of water
and sewer utilities shall conform to the construction standards as prepared by the City Engineer.To the
fullest extent,possible City utilities shall be located in the roadway prism. Adequate easements must be
provided for all utilities as determined by the City Engineer.
02)Guest Parking.Guest parking shall be provided when on-street parking is not constructed.One
guest parking shall be provided for every 3 dwelling units,All west parking shall be clearly identified
with signage and striping.
(1a3 Residential design standards:See PMC 25.165.100._[Ord._3731 §§20_&__21,20.0.5;Ord.3354_ §2, _ oeleted:8
1999;Code 1970§25.62.080.1
25.140.090-Procedure for approval of planned unit developments. _ --- Deleted:q
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The approval of a planned unit development shall be by the City Council,upon recommendation of the Hearing
Examiner,and shall be processed in accordance with the following procedures:
(1) Who May Apply.Any owner or group of owners of contiguous property acting jointly may submit
an application for a PUD.
(2) Pre-application.Prior to the acceptance of an application for PUD approval a pre-application
conference between representatives of the City and the potential applicant is required.This conference
shall be set by the Planning Department at the request of the potential applicant.The purpose of the pre-
application conference is to acquaint the applicant with various code requirements affecting PUD
districts.
(3) Application.The applicant shall file a PUD district application for preliminary plan approval with
the Planning Division.All applications will be processed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter
25.210 PMC.The application shall be accompanied by the following:
(a) A fling fee in an amount equal to the rezone fee;
(b) A completed SEPA checklist;
(c) A vicinity map;and
(d) Twelve copies of maps and drawings comprising the preliminary plan.
(4) Preliminary Plan.The preliminary PUD district plan shall indicate or include the following:
(a) Written documents,including but not limited to:
(i) A legal description;
(ii) Statement of present ownership; -
(iii) Statement of intent,including any plans for selling or renting the property;
(iv) A timetable of development,including a phasing schedule if project will be
developed in phases;
(v) Provisions to assure maintenance of all common areas;and
(vi) Proposed restrictive covenants,if any.
(b) Relationship of the property to the surrounding area,including identification of land use and
zoning of both the site and vicinal properties.
(c) Names and dimensions of streets bounding,traversing or touching upon the site.
(d) Location and width of proposed streets and pedestrian ways,arrangement of common off-
street parking and recreational vehicle storage areas.
(e) Location,layout and conceptual landscape design of all common yards,open space and
recreational areas.
(f) Proposed method of streetlighting and signing.
(g) Existing and proposed utility systems,including irrigation plan.
(h) Existing site conditions,showing contours at five-foot intervals and location of significant
geographic features.
(i) Approximate building locations,buildable areas and building heights.
(5) Public Hearing Before the Hearing Examiner.Following a public hearing,the Hearing Examiner
may recommend approval or denial of the application and accompanying PUD plans or may recommend
imposition of such conditions of approval as are necessary to ensure conformity to all applicable
regulations and the purposes of the PUD district.A PUD may be recommended for approval only when
it has been determined that:
(a) The PUD district development will be compatible with nearby developments and uses.
(b) Peripheral treatment ensures proper transition between PUD uses and nearby external uses
and developments.
(c) The development will be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the purposes of the
PUD district.
(d) The public health,safety and welfare have been served.[Ord.4433§ 1,2019;Ord.3354§2,
1999;Code 1970§25.62.090.]
25.140.100-Effective preliminary planned unit development approval.
Legislative approval of a preliminary PUD shall constitute a zone change of the subject property from the
former zoning designation to a planned unit development zone.The ordinance establishing a PUD zone will
enumerate the uses permitted and the district. [Ord.3354§2, 1999;Code 1970§25.62.100.]
25.140.110-Preliminary PUD approval expiration.
Preliminary PUD approval shall be effective for five years from the date of approval by the City Council,
during which time a final PUD or the first phase of a staged PUD shall be submitted for approval.If the final
PUD or initial phase is not submitted within the five-year approval period,the preliminary PUD shall be null
and void,unless the Hearing Examiner grants an extension not to exceed a one-year period.A one-year
extension of the preliminary PUD approval does not require a public hearing.In a phased PUD,successive
phases are to be approved and constructed within five years of the previously approved phase. [Ord.4433§2,
2019;Ord.3354§2, 1999;Code 1970§25.62.110.]
25.140.120-Final PUD application.
After receiving preliminary approval,the applicant may submit a detailed final development plan in conformity
to the approved preliminary PUD.The procedures for final PUD approval shall be as those prescribed for
preliminary PUD approval in PMC 25.140.090,except the Hearing Examiner review is not required for final
PUD approval under this section.Detailed development plans shall contain the following information:
(1) Vicinity map;
(2) A detailed site plan in conformance with the approved preliminary plan showing land uses and
vehicular and pedestrian.access and circulation; _ Deleted:crcoati.n
(3) Boundary survey of the entire property or the development phase;
(4) Construction specification for streets and pedestrian ways,including a typical roadway section
showing location of all utilities;
(5) Location and height of all buildings indicating either the dimensions or the limits within which
buildings will be constructed;
(6) Preliminary engineering plans for water,sewer,storm drainage,electric power,telephone and gas;
(7) Preliminary subdivision plat if the property is to be subdivided;
(8) Landscape plans for open space,common areas,streets,pedestrian ways and recreational facilities;
(9) Location,arrangement and dimensions of parking facilities and loading areas;
(10) Preliminary architectural plans and elevations of typical buildings and structures;and
(11) Covenants,property owner agreements or other provisions that will govern the use,maintenance
and perpetual care of the PUD and all of its open space and property held in common.[Ord.4433 §3,
2019;Ord.3354§2, 1999;Code 1970§25.62.120.]
25.140.130-Expiration of time limits.
Construction of improvements in a PUD shall begin within one year from the date of final PUD approval by the
City Council.An extension of time for improvements(streets and utilities)may be requested in writing by the
applicant,and such request shall be granted by the City Council for a period of one year.If construction does
not occur within five years from the legislative approval,the PUD district designation shall be dropped from the
official zoning map and zoning shall revert to the former district designation.[Ord.3354§2, 1999;Code 1970
§25.62.130.1
25.140.140-Changes and modifications.
(1) Major changes in the approved final development plan shall be considered as a new application for
preliminary approval.Major changes include:
(a) Change in use;
(b) Major realignment of vehicular circulation patterns;
(c) Increase in density or relocation of density pattern;
(d) Reduction of open space;
(e) Change in exterior boundaries,except survey adjustments;
(t) Increase in building height.
(2) The Planning Division may approve changes in the development plan that are minor in nature and
are consistent with the approved plan.[Ord.4433§4,2019;Ord.3354§2, 1999;Code 1970§
25.62.140.1
25.140.150-Building permits.
No building permits shall be issued until final PUD or phase approval has been granted by the City Council.
The construction and development of all common areas and open space of each project phase shall be
completed to coincide with the completion of structures.For example,when 25 percent of the structures are
completed,25 percent of the common areas are required to be completed.[Ord.3354§2, 1999;Code 1970§
25.62.150.]
cityfif_ MEMO TO PLANNING COMMISSION
040" Arco PLANNING COMMISSION HEARING
' City Hall-525 North Third Avenue-Council Chambers
THURSDAY, October 17, 2019
7:00 PM
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Jeffrey B. Adams, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: Floodplain Management Ordinance Code Update (CA 2019-012)
Recently, Department of Ecology Eastern Region National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
Coordinator Lynn Schmidt engaged City staff in a Community Assistance Visit (CAV) relating to the
City's enforcement of the City's floodplain management ordinance. Enforcement of the City's
floodplain management ordinance allows the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to
make federally backed flood insurance available to property owners within the City of Pasco.
FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION ORDINANCE
The City's current floodplain management ordinance, Title 24 Floodplain (ordinance 2648), was last
update in 1987. The City will need to revise its ordinance in order to be compliant with the current
FEMA Model Ordinance for the State of Washington. During her visit, Ms. Schmidt identified the
sections that require revision.
FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAPS (FIRMS)
The City of Pasco's effective Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) date to 1977, and include the
incorporated area at that time. The City has since annexed portions of the County shown in Franklin
County FIRMs dated 1980.
The regulatory floodplain extends behind the levees along the Columbia River, into the drainage
feature that spills out at Chiawana Park, and at the outlet of Esquatzel Coulee at the airport (many
years ago,the Esquatzel Coulee was diverted westward and away from the airport for irrigation with
an outlet draining into the Columbia River).
The Army Corps of Engineers constructed the McNary Dam levee system in 1952, providing flood
protection for the City. While this system was constructed many feet above the 100-year flood
elevation, it is not fully reflected on the FIRMs; specifically, Levee #2 does not appear on the maps.
Similarly, the Esquatzel Coulee diversion structure also is not reflected on the FIRMs.
While these missing structures may be incorporated into a countywide FIRM update in the future,
until that time, the effective 100-year floodplain shown on the FIRMs must be used to regulate
development and is reflected in flood insurance policies.
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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROCEDURES
The Department of Ecology reviewed procedures for development in the floodplain during the CAV.
Floodplain development is somewhat rare in Pasco, but there are still many undeveloped city lots
in the effective 100-year floodplain. The City has since flagged each parcel within the floodplain—
including those which merely intersect it at a corner—in the City's TRAKiT permit tracking system to
ensure that the flood damage prevention ordinance is implemented during development for both
undeveloped parcels and developed parcels that may undergo renovations, additions, or other
improvements.
The Department of Ecology has provide the current FEMA model Ordinance which would be
applicable for Planning Commission consideration. The recommended revisions are generally minor
in nature and do not make substantive changes to the current ordinance.
MOTION: I move the Planning Commission close the hearing on the revisions to Title 24 Floodplain
and recommend approval by City Council.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO FLOOD PLAIN MANAGEMENT, AMENDING TITLE 24 OF THE PASCO
MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED "FLOODPLAIN"
WHEREAS, cities have the responsibility to regulate and control the physical development
within their borders and to ensure public health, safety and welfare are maintained; and
WHEREAS, flood hazard areas of the city of Pasco, when subject to periodic inundation, can
result in loss of life and property; health and safety hazards, disruption of commerce and
governmental extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection and relief, and impairment of
the tax base, all of which adversely affect the public health, safety, and general welfare; and
WHEREAS, flood losses are caused by the cumulative effect of obstructions in areas of
special flood hazards which increase flood heights and velocities, and when inadequately anchored,
damage use inadequately flood-proofed, elevated or otherwise protected from flood damage also
contribute to the flood loss; and
WHEREAS,the City of Pasco Planning commission conducted a public hearing on September
19, 2019 and following said hearing, the City Council, following a recommendation from the
Planning Commission determined the proposed regulations are designed to mitigate flood hazard
losses and are in the public interest, NOW THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The following Title 24 entitled "FLOODPLAIN" of the Pasco Municipal Code shall
be and hereby is amended and shall read as follows:
CHAPTER 24.04 FINDINGS OF FACT, PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES
CHAPTER 24.08 DEFINITIONS
CHAPTER 24.12 GENERAL PROVISIONS
CHAPTER 24.16 ADMINISTRATION
CHAPTER 24.20 PROVISIONS FOR FLOOD HAZARD PROTECTION
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CHAPTER 24.04 FINDINGS OF FACT, PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES
Sections:
24.04.010 FINDINGS OF FACT
24.04.020 STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
24.04.030 METHODS OF REDUCING FLOOD LOSSES
24.04.010 FINDINGS OF FACT. (1)The flood hazard areas of the City of Pasco,when subject
to periodic inundation,can result in loss of life and property, health and safety hazards, disruption
of commerce and governmental services, extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection
and relief, and impairment of the tax base, all of which adversely affect the public health, safety,
and general welfare.
(2) These flood losses are caused by the cumulative effect of obstructions in areas of
special flood hazards which increase flood heights and velocities, and when inadequately
anchored, damage use in other areas. Uses that are inadequately flood- proofed, elevated or
otherwise protected from flood damage, also contribute to the flood loss.
24.04.020 STATEMENT OF PURPOSE. It is the purpose of this title to promote the public
health, safety, and general welfare, and to minimize public and private losses due to flood
conditions in specific areas by provisions designed:
(1) To protect human life and health;
(2) To minimize expenditure of public money and costly flood control projects;
(3) To minimize the need for rescue and relief efforts associated with flooding
and generally undertaken at the expense of the general public;
(4) To minimize prolonged business interruptions;
(5) To minimize damage to public facilities and utilities such as water and gas
mains, electric, telephone and sewer lines, streets and bridges located in
areas of special flood hazard;
(6) To help maintain a stable tax base by providing for the sound use and
development of areas of special flood hazard so as to minimize future flood
blightareas;
(7) To ensure that potential buyers are notified that property is in an area of
special flood hazard; and,
(8) To ensure that those who occupy the areas of special flood hazard assume
responsibility for their actions.
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24.04.030 METHODS OF REDUCING FLOOD LOSSES. In ordertoaccomplish its purposes,this
ordinance includes methods and provisions for the following:
(1) Restricting or prohibiting uses which are dangerous to health, safety, and property
due to water or erosion hazards, or which result in damaging increases in erosion
or in flood heights or velocities;
(2) Requiring that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities which serve such uses,
be protected against flood damage at the time of initial construction;
(3) Controlling the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural
protective barriers, which help accommodate or channel floodwaters;
(4) Controlling filling, grading, dredging, and other development which may increase
flood damage; and,
(5) Preventing or regulating the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally
divert floodwaters or which may increase flood hazards in other areas.
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CHAPTER 24.08 DEFINITIONS
Sections:
24.08.010 INTERPRETATION AND CONSTRUCTION
24.08.020 DEFINITIONS
24.08.010 INTERPRETATION AND CONSTRUCTION. Except wherespecifically defined
in this chapter all words in this title shall carry the customary meaning. Words used in the
present tense include the future and the future includes the present and plural includes the
singular and the singular includes the plural. This ordinance shall be interpreted so as to give
words the meaning they have in common usage and to give this ordinance its most
reasonable application. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)
24.08.020 DEFINITIONS
APPEAL. "Appeal" means a request for a review of the Building Inspector's
interpretation of any provision of this ordinance or a request for a variance. (Ord. 2648 Sec.
2 (part), 1987.)
AREA OF SHALLOW FLOODING. "Area of Shallow Flooding" means a designated AO or AH
Zone on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM). The base flood depths range from one to three
feet; a clearly defined channel does not exist; the path of flooding is unpredictable and
indeterminate; and velocity flow may be evident. AO is characterized as sheet flow and AH
indicates ponding. (Ord. 2648, Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)
AREA OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD. "Area of special Flood Hazard" means the land in the
flood plain within a community subject to a one percent or greater change of flooding in any given
year. Designation on maps always includes the letters A or V. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)
BASE FLOOD. "Base Flood" means the flood having a one percent chance of being equaled
or exceeded in any given year. Also referred to as the "100- year flood". Designation on maps
always includes the letters A or V. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)
BASEMENT. "Basement" means any area of the building having its floor sub-grade (below
ground level) on all sides.
DEVELOPMENT. "Development" means any man-made change to improved or
unimproved real estate, including but not limited to buildings or other structures, mining,
dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation or drilling operations located within the area of
special flood hazard. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)
FLOOD OR FLOODING. "Flood or Flooding" means a general and temporary condition of
partial or complete inundation of normally dry land areas from:
(a) The overflow of inland or tidal waters, and/or
(b) The unusual and rapid accumulation of runoff of surface waters from any source.
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FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP (FIRM). Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) means the
official map on which the Federal Insurance Administration has delineated both the areas of
special flood hazards and the risk premium zones applicable to the community.
FLOODWAY. "Floodway" means the channel of a river or other water course and the
adjacent land areas that must be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without
cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than one foot.
LOWEST FLOOR. "Lowest Floor" means the lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area
(including basement). An unfinished or flood resistant enclosure, usable solely for parking of
vehicles, building access or storage, in an area other than a basement area, is not considered a
building's lowest floor, provided that such enclosure is not built so as to render the structure in
violation of the applicable non-elevation design requirements of this title found at Section
24.20.040(3).
MANUFACTURED HOME. "Manufactured Home" means a structure, transportable in one
or more sections, which is built on a permanent chassis and is designed for use with or without a
permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities. P^r fleOd n'-,;r ——m^R+
pe peses tThe term "manufactured home" does not include a "recreational vehicle." aa-se
a neludes park tFaileFs,tFavel traileFs, er ether similarvehieles placed on a site feF greaterthan 180
een-esetive days. Per !RSUFaneepurpQses–the–te.rrn "man- faEtered nye" deems nett cue
paF!( trareFs, travel tFa+Eers, and etheFsingiIaFvehicles.
MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION. "Manufactured Home Park or
Subdivision" means a parcel (or parcels) of land divided into two or more manufactured home
lots for rent or sale. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)
NEW CONSTRUCTION. "New Construction" means structures for which the "start of
construction" commenced on or after the effective date of this ordinance. (Ord. 2648, Sec.
2, 1987.)
START OF CONSTRUCTION. "Start of Construction" means includes substantial
improvement, and means the date the building permit was issued, provided the actual start
of construction, repair, reconstruction, placement or other improvement was within 180
days of the permit date. The actual start means either the first placement of permanent
construction of a structure on a site, such as the pouring of slab or floodings, the installation
of piles, the construction of columns, or any work beyond the stage of excavation; or the
placement of a manufactured home on a foundation. Permanent construction does not
include land preparation, such as clearing, grading and filling; nor does it include the
installation of streets and/or walkways; nor does it include excavation for a basement,
footings, piers, or foundation or the erection of temporary forms; nor does it include the
installation on the property of accessory buildings, such as garages or sheds not occupied as
dwelling units or not part of the main structure. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)
STRUCTURE. "Structure" means a walled and roofed building including a gas or liquid
storage tank that is principally above ground. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)
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SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. "Substantial Damage" means damage of any origin sustained by a
structure whereby the cost of restoring the structure to its "before damaged" condition would
equal or exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure before the damage occurred.
SUBSTANTIAL IMPROVEMENT. "Substantial improvement" means any repair,
reconstruction, or improvement of s structure, the cost of which equals or exceeds 50
percent of the market value of the structure either:
(1) Before the improvement or repair is started; or
(2) If the structure has been damaged and is being restored, before the damage
occurred. For the purposes of this definition "substantial improvement" is considered to
occur when the first alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor, or other structural part of the
building commences, whether or not the alteration affects the external dimensions of the
structure.
The term does not, however, include either:
(1) Any project for improvement of a structure to comply with existing state or
local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which are solely necessary to assure safe
living conditions; or
(2) Any alteration of a structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places
or a State Inventory of Historic Places. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)
VARIANCE. "Variance" means a grant of relief from the requirement of this ordinance
which permits construction in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by this title.
(Ord. 2648 Sec. 2 (part), 1987.)
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CHAPTER 24.12 GENERAL PROVISIONS
Sections:
24.12.010 LAND TO WHICH THIS TITLE APPLIES
24.12.020 BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING THE AREAS OF SPECIALFLOOD HAZARD
24.12.030 COMPLIANCE
24.12.040 ABROGATION AND GREATER RESTRICTIONS
24.12.050 INTERPRETATION
24.12.060 WARNING AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
24.12.010 LAND TO WHICH THIS TITLE APPLIES. This ordinance shall apply to all
areas of special flood hazards within the jurisdiction of the City of Pasco. (Ord. 2648 Sec.
3 (part), 1987.)
24.12.020 BASIS FOR ESTABLISH INGTHE AREAS OFSPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD. The areas
of special flood hazard identified by the "Flood Insurance Rate Map" (FIRM) dates 5/10/77
for the City of Pasco and the FIRMS for Franklin County, Washington dated 5/1/1980, +rare
hereby adopted by reference and declared to be a part of this ordinance. The Pleed
IRSUr- Ree Rate Map isFIRMs are on file at the City of Pasco BUiI iRg Departme4#, Community
& Economic Development Department, 525 N. 3rd Avenue, Pasco, Washington 99301, (509)
545-3441 - gd the City of Pasco P!aRR*Rg r epar+m eRt at same address. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 3
(part), 1987.)
24.12.030 COMPLIANCE. No structure or land shall hereafter be constructed,
located, extended, converted, or altered without full compliance with the terms of this
ordinance and other applicable regulations. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 3 (part), 1987.)
24.12.040 ABROGATION AND GREATER RESTRICTIONS. This title is not intended to
repeal, abrogate, or impair any existing easements, covenants, or deed restrictions.
However, where this ordinance and another ordinance, easement, covenant, or deed
restriction conflict or overlap, whichever imposes the more stringent restriction shall prevail.
(Ord. 2648 Sec. 3 (part), 1987.)
24.12.050 INTERPRETATION. In the interpretation and application of this ordinance,
all provisions shall be:
(1) Considered as minimum requirements;
(2) Liberally construed in favor of the governing body; and,
(3) Deemed neither to limit nor repeal any other powers granted under state
statutes. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 3 (part), 1987.)
24.12.060 WARNING AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY. The degree of flood protection
required by this title is considered reasonable for regulatory purposes and is based on
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scientific and engineering considerations. Larger floods can and will occur on rare occasions.
Flood heights may be increased by man-made or natural causes. This title does not imply that
land outside the areas of special flood hazards or uses permitted within such areas will be free
from flooding or flood damages. This ordinance shall not create liability on the part of the City of
Pasco, any officer or employee thereof, or the Federal Insurance Administration, for any flood
damages that results from reliance on this title or any administrative decision lawfully made
thereunder. Nothing in this Title is intended to protect any particular person or class of persons
from any kind of injury or loss. (Ord . 2648 Sec. 3 (part), 1987
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CHAPTER 24.16 ADMINISTRATION
Sections:
24.16.010 DEVELOPMENT PERMIT REQUIRED
24.16.020 DESIGNATION OF THE ADMINISTRATOR
24.16.030 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ADMINISTRATOR
24.16.040 USE OF OTHER BASE FLOOD DATA
24.16.050 INFORMATION TO BE OBTAINED AND MAINTAINED
24.16.060 ALTERATION OF WATERCOURSES
24.16.070 INTERPRETATION OFFIRM BOUNDARIES
24.16.080 VARIANCE PROCEDURE
24.16.090 CONDITIONS FOR VARIANCES
24.16.010 DEVELOPMENT PERMIT REQUIRED. A development permit shall be obtained
before construction or development begins within any area of special flood hazard established in
Section 24.12.020. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 4 (part), 1987.)
24.16.020 DESIGNATION ATIO,N OF THE ADMINISTRATOR The permit shall be for all
structures including manufactured homes, as set forth in the DEFINITIONS, and for all
development including fill and other activities, also set forth in the DEFINITIONS.
{�} 24.16.020 DESIGNATION OFTHEADMINISTRATOR
(1) The City of Passe °ug !RspesteF Director of Community & Economic
Development or designee is hereby appointed to administer and implement this title by granting
or denying development permit applications in accordance with its provisions.
(2) For those type of construction or development projects which do not require
a building permit but involve some other local legislative or administrative approval (i.e.,
shorelines permit, conditional use permit, subdivision or short plat approval, etc.),the official
responsible for a project's compliance with this ordinance shall be the Community
Development Director for the City of Pasco. (Ord. 2628 Sec. 4 (part), 1987.)
24.16.030 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ADMINISTRATOR. Duties of the Building
Inspector shall include but not be limited to:
(1) Review all development permits to determine that the permit requirements
of this ordinance have been satisfied.
(2) Review all development permits to determine that all necessary federal`-a+�d
state, or local governmeilLCH a,�,C:H, permits have been obtained -om which prior approval is
requirer'. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 4 (part,)1987.)
24.16.040 USE OF OTHER BASE FLOOD DATA. When base flood evaluation data has not
been provided in accordance with Section 24.12.020 BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING THE AREAS OF
SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD, the Building Inspector shall obtain, review, and reasonably utilize any
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base flood elevation and floodway data available from a federal, state, or other source, in order
to administer Section 24.20.090 SPECIFIC STANDARDS, and 24.20.130 FLOODWAYS. (Ord. 2648,
Sec. 4 (part,) 1987.)
24.16.050 INFORMATION TO BE OBTAINED AND MAINTAINED.
(1) Where base flood elevation data is provided through the Flood Insurance Study,
FIRM, or required as in this section, obtain and record the actual elevation (in relation to means
sea level) of the lowest habitable floor (including basement) of all new or substantially improved
structures, and whether or not the structure contains a basement.
(2) For all new or substantially improved flood-proofed nonresidential structures
where base flood elevation data is provided through the Flood Insurance Study
FIS), FIRM, or as required in this section:
(a) VeFify Obtain and record the actual elevation in relation to mean sea level-;
to which the structure was floodproofed; and,
(b) Maintain the flood-proofing certifications required in Section
24.20.30090.
(3) Maintain for public inspection all records pertaining to the provision of this
ordinance. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 4 (part,) 1987.)
24.16.060 ALTERATION OF WATERCOURSES.
(1) Notify adjacent municipalities and the Washington State Department of Ecology
prior to any alteration of a watercourse, and submit evidence of such notification
to the Federal Insurance Administration.
(2) Require that maintenance is provided within the altered or relocated portion of said
watercourse so that the flood carrying capacity is not diminished. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 4
(part), 1987.)
24.16.070 INTERPRETATION OF FIRM BOUNDARIES. The Building Inspector shall make
interpretations where needed, as to exact location of boundaries of the area of special flood
hazards (for example, where there appears to be a conflict between a mapped boundary and
actual field conditions). The person contesting the location of the boundary shall be given a
reasonable opportunity to appeal the interpretation as provided in Section 24.16.040. (Ord. 2648
Sec. 4 (part), 1987.)
24.16.080 VARIANCE PROCEDURE. (1) The provision of Chapter 25.84 "Land Use Hearings
by Examiner", shall apply in the event that an aggrieved person or persons alleges there is an
error in any requirement, decisions, or determination made by the Building Inspector or
Community Development Director in the enforcement administration of this title.
(2) In reviewing such appeals, the hearing examiner shall follow the procedures
contained in Chapter 25.84 and shall also consider all technical evaluations and relevant factors,
all standards specified in other sections of this title, and the following addition criteria:
(a) In danger the materials may be swept onto other lands to the injury of others;
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(b) The danger to life and property due to flooding or erosion damage;
(c) The susceptibility of the proposed facility and its contents to flood damage and
the effect of such damage on the individual owner;
(d) The importance of the service provided by the proposed facility to the community;
(e) The necessity to the facility of a waterfront location, where applicable;
(f) The availability of alternative locations (for the proposed use) which are not
subject to flooding or erosion damage;
(g) The compatibility of the proposed use with existing and anticipated development;
(h) The relationship of the proposed use to the comprehensive plan and flood plan
management for that area;
(i) The safety of access to the property in times of flood for ordinary and emergency
vehicles;
(j) The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise, and sediment transport of
the flood waters and the effects of wave action, if applicable, expected at the
site; and,
(k) The costs of providing governmental services during and after flood conditions,
including maintenance and repair of public facilities such as sewer, gas,
electrical, and water systems, and streets and bridges.
(3) Upon consideration of the factors of Section 24.16.101(2) and the purposes of this
title, the Hearing Examiner may attach such conditions to the granting of variances as it deems
necessary to further the purposes of thistitle.
(4) The Community Development Director shall maintain the records of all appeal
actions and report any variances to the Federal Insurance Administration upon request. (Ord.
2648 Sec. 4 (part), 1987.)
24.16.090 CONDITIONS FOR VARIANCES. (1) Generally, variances may be issued for new
construction and substantial improvements to be erected on a lot of one- half acre or less in size
contiguous to and surrounded by lots which existing structures constructed below the base flood
level, providing items(i-xi) in Section 24.16.040(2) have been fully considered.As the lot increases
beyond one-half acre, the technical justification required for issuing the variance increase.
(2) Variances may be issued for the reconstruction, rehabilitation or restoration of
structures listed in the National Register of Historic Places or the State Inventory of Historic
Places, without regard to the procedures set forth in the remainder of this section.
(3) Variances shall not be issued within any designated floodway if any increase in
flood levels during the base flood discharge would result.
(4) Variances shall only be issued upon a determination that the variance is the
minimum necessary, considering the flood hazard, to afford relief.
(5) Variances shall only be issued upon:
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(a) A showing of good and sufficient cause; and
(b) A determination that failure to grant the variance would result in
exceptional hardship to the applicant;and,
(c) A determination that the granting of a variance will not result in increased
flood heights, additional threats to public safety, extraordinary public expense, create
nuisances, caused fraud on or victimization of the public as identified in Section
24.16.040(2), or conflict with existing local laws or ordinances
(6) Variances as interpreted in the National Flood Insurance program are based on
the general zoning law principal that they pertain to a physical piece of property; they are not
personal in nature and do not pertain to the structure, its inhabitants, economic or financial
circumstances.They primarily address small lots in densely populated residential neighborhoods.
As such, variances from the flood elevations should be quite rare.
(7) Variances may be issued for nonresidential buildings in very limited circumstances
to allow a lesser degree of flood-proofing than watertight or dry flood- proofing, where it can be
determined that such action will have low damage potential, complies with all other variance
criteria except Section 24.16.042, and otherwise complies with Sections 5.1.1 and 5.1.2 of the
GENERAL STANDARDS.
(8) Any applicant to whom a variance is granted shall be given written notice that the
structure will be permitted to be built with a lowest flood elevation below the base flood
elevation. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 4 (part), 1987.)
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CHAPTER 24.20 PROVISIONS FOR FLOOD HAZARD PROTECTION
Sections:
24.20.010 GENERAL STANDARDS
24.20.020 ANCHORING
24.20.030 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND METHODS
24.20.040 UTILITIES
24.20.050 SUBDIVISION PROPOSALS
24.20.060 REVIEW OF BUILDING PERMITS
24.20.070 SPECIFIC STANDARDS
24.20.080 RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
24.20.090 NONRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
24.20.100 MANUFACTURED HOMES
24.20.110 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
24.20.120 FLOODWAYS
24.20.130 CRITICAL FACILITIES
24.20.010 GENERAL STANDARDS. In all areas of special flood hazards the following
standards are required:
24.20.020 ANCHORING. (1) All new construction and substantial improvements shall
be anchored to prevent floatation, collapse or lateral movements of the structure.
(2) All manufactured homes must likewise be anchored to prevent floatation, collapse,
or lateral movement, and shall be installed using methods and practices that minimize flood
damage. Anchoring methods may include, but are not limited to, use of over-the-top or frame
ties to ground anchors (reference FEMA's "Manufactured Home Installation in Flood Hazard
Areas" guidebook for additional techniques).
24.20.030 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND METHODS. (1) All new construction and
substantial improvements shall be constructed with materials and utility equipment resistant
to flood damage.
(2) All new construction and substantial improvements shall be constructed
using methods and practices that minimize flood damage.
(3) Electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air-conditioning equipment
and other service facilities shall be designed and/or otherwise elevated or located so as to
prevent water from entering or accumulating within the components during conditions
of flooding.
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24.20.040 UTILITIES. (1) All new and replacement water supply systems shall be
designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system;
(2) New and replacement sanitary sewage systems shall be designed to minimize
or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the systems and discharge from the system into
flood waters; and,
(3) On-site waste disposal systems shall be located to avoid impairment to them or
contamination from them during flooding. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 5 (part), 1987.)
{4)(4) Water wells shall be located on high ground that is not in the floodway
24.20.050 SUBDIVISION PROPOSALS. (1) All subdivision proposals shall be consistent
with the need to minimize flood damage;
(2) All subdivision proposals shall have public utilities and facilities such as sewer,
gas, electrical, and water systems located and constructed to minimize flood damage;
(3) All subdivision proposals shall have adequate drainage provided to reduce
exposure to flood damage; and,
(4) Where base flood elevation data has not been provided from another
authoritative source, it shall be generated for subdivision proposals and other proposed
developments which contain at least 50 lots or 5 acres (whichever is less).
24.20.060 REVIEW OF BUILDING PERMITS. Where elevation data is not available either
through the Flood Insurance Study (FIS), FIRM, or from another authoritative source (Section
24.16.050), applications for building permits shall be reviewed to assure that proposed
construction will be reasonably safe from flooding. The test of reasonableness is a local
judgment and includes use of historical data, high water marks, photographs of past flooding,
etc., where available. Failure to elevate at least two feet above the highest adjacent grade in
these zones may result in higher insurance rates. (Ord. 2648 Sec. 5 (part), 1987.)
24.20.070 SPECIFIC STANDARDS. In all areas of special flood hazards where base flood
elevation data has been provided as set forth in Section 24.12.020 BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING
THE AREAS OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD,orSection 24.16.040 USE OF OTHER BASE FLOOD DATA,
the following provisions are required:
24.20.080 RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION. (1) New construction and substantial
improvement of any residential structure shall have the lowest floor, including basement,
elevated to one foot or more e+above base flood elevation.
(2) Fully enclosed areas below the lowest floor that are subject to flooding are
prohibited,or shall be designated to automatically equalize hydrostatic flood forces on exterior
walls by allowing for the entry and exit of floodwaters. Designs for meeting this requirement
must either be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect or must meet or
exceed the following minimum criteria:
(a) A minimum of two openings have a total net area of not less than one
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inch for every square foot of enclosed area subject to flooding shall be provided;
(b) The bottom of all openings shall be no higher than one foot above
(c) grade; Openings may be equipped with screens, louvers, or other
coverings or devices provided that they permit the automatic entry and exit of
floodwaters.
24.20.090 NONRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION. New construction and substantial
improvement of any commercial, industrial or other nonresidential structures shall either have
the lowest floor, including basement, elevated to the level of one foot or more above the base
flood elevation; or, together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, shall:
(1) Be flood-proofed so that below one foot or more above the base flood level the
structure is watertight with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water;
(2) Have structural components capable of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic
loads and effects of buoyancy;
(3) Be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect that the design
and methods of construction are in accordance with accepted standards of
practice for meeting provisions of this subsection based on their development and/or review
of the structural design, specifications and plans. Such certifications shall be provided to the
official as set forth in Section 24.16.034(2).
(4) Nonresidential structures that are elevated, not flood-proofed, must meet the
same standards for space below the lowest floor as described in 24.20.100(2). (Ord. 2648 Sec.
5 (part), 1987.)
(5) Applicants who are floodproofing nonresidential buildings shall be notified that
flood insurance premiums will be based on rates that are one foot below the floodproofed
level (e.g. a building floodproofed to the base flood level will be rated as one foot below).
24.20.100 MANUFACTURED HOMES. All manufactured homes to be placed or
substantially improved within ZenesA'30, AM and--Aeon sites shall be elevated on a
permanent foundation such that the lowest floor of the manufactured home is at er one foot
or more above the base flood elevation and securely anchored to an adequately anchored
foundation system in accordance with the provisions of subsection 24.20.020(2).
24.20.110 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. Recreational vehicles placed on sites are required
to either:
(1) Be on the site for fewer than 180 consecutive days, (or)
(2) (ii) Be fully licensed and ready for highway use, on its wheels or lacking system, is
attached to the site only by quick disconnect type utilities and security devices, and
have no permanently attached additions; or
(3) NO Meet the requirements of 24.20.100 above and the elevation and anchoring
requirements for manufactured homes.
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24�-20.11924.20.120 FLOODWAYS Located within areas of special flood hazard
established in Section 24.12.120 are areas extremely hazardous area sue to the velocity of
flood waters which carry debris, potential projectiles, and erosion potential, the following
provisions apply:
L Prohibit encroachments, including fill, new construction, substantial
improvements, and other development unless certification by a registered professional
engineer ^r -,r,.h;+^,.+ is provided demonstrating through hydrologic and hydraulic analyses
performed in accordance with standard engineering practice that the proposed encroachment
would not result in any increase in flood levels during the occurrence of the base flood
discharge.de Tr-,tratiRg that eRcraac�„Te.Pis ShaIrl—Pet-result ice a—i,Tc ease ^ fleed levels
during the eceurFence of+he base flood disehar-ge.
{A-}(2) Construction or reconstruction of residential structures is prohibited
within designated floodways, except for (i) repairs, reconstruction, or improvements to a
structure which do not increase the ground floor area; and (ii) repairs, reconstruction or
improvements to a structure,the cost of which, as a cumulative amount within a 5-year period,
does not exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure either, (A) before the repair,
or reconstruction is started, or (B) if the structure has been damaged, and is being restored,
before the damage occurred. Any project for improvement of a structure to correct existing
violations of state or local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which have been
identified by the local code enforcement official and which are the minimum necessary to
assure safe living conditions, or to structures identified as historic places, may be excluded in
the 50 percent.
{2)(3) If Section 24.20.130(1) is satisfied, all new construction and substantial
improvements shall comply with all applicable flood hazard reduction provisions of
this Chapter (24.20). (Ord. 2648 Sec. 5 (part), 1987.)
24.20.130 CRITICAL FACILITY
Construction of new critical facilities shall be, to the extent possible, located outside the limits
of the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) (100-year floodplain). Construction of new critical
facilities shall be permissible within the SFHA if no feasible alternative site is available. Critical
facilities constructed within the SFHA shall have the lowest floor elevated three feet above BFE
or to the height of the 500-year flood, whichever is higher. Access to and from the critical
facility should also be protected to the height utilized above. Floodproofing and sealing
measures must be taken to ensure that toxic substances will not be displaced by or released
into floodwaters. Access routes elevated to or above the level of the base flood elevation shall
be provided to all critical facilities to the extent possible.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take full force and effect five (5) days after its
approval, passage and publication as required by law.
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PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco, Washington, and approved as provided
by law this day of 12019.
Matt Watkins, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Debra Barham, City Clerk Kerr/Ferguson Law Group, City Attorney
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
0 kw ���� City Hall—525 North Third Avenue—Council Chambers
THURSDAY, October 17, 2019
7:00 PM
MASTER FILE#: ZD 2019-002
APPLICANT: City of Pasco
PO Box 293
Pasco WA 99301
REQUEST: Zoning Determination: Determine Zoning for newly annexed
parcel 119-541-023, located at the 5000 block of West Court
Street,for municipal purpose.
BACKGROUND
1. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Legal: The West Y2 of the Northeast % of the Northwest % of the Northwest % of Section 26,
Township 29 North, Range 9 East, except for the Court Street Right-of-Way.
General Location: A parcel of land located along West Court Street between Roads 49 and 50 to
the east and west, respectively, and Court Street and Marie Street to the north and south,
respectively (Parcel #119 541 023).
Property Size: Approximately 4.78 acres (208,010.89 square Feet).
2. ACCESS:The site has access from West Court Street and an undeveloped Marie Street ROW
3. UTILITIES: Water is available via 8' lines in West Court Street and Road 48 through the
undeveloped Marie Street ROW; Sewer is available in a 12" line in Road 48 through the
undeveloped Marie Street ROW.
4. LAND USE AND ZONING: The site is located in the County and the north half is currently zoned
"0" (Office) along West Court Street and the south half RS-20 (Suburban), and is vacant.
Surrounding properties are zoned and developed as follows:
NORTH: "0" (County) Nursery; SFDU
EAST: RS-20 Church; Vacant Land; SFDU
SOUTH: RS-20 SFDUs
WEST: RS-20 (County) Farm; SFDU
5. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:The Comprehensive Plan designates the site for Mixed Residential
(top half) and Residential uses (bottom half).Volume II of the Comprehensive Plan,
specifically pages 30-32 pertain to Capital Facilities and their placement.The Plan
encourages the setting aside of adequate lands for public facilities (Goal CF-3) and the
maintenance of a fire protection service that is effective and cost efficient (Goal CF-6). Policy
CF-6-A encourages the city to "Strive to provide a sufficient number of fire stations in
appropriate locations throughout the community."
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6. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The City of Pasco is the lead agency for this project.
Based on the SEPA checklist, the adopted City Comprehensive Plan, City development
regulations,and other information,a threshold determination resulting in a Determination of
Non-Significance (DNS) has been issued for this project under WAC 197-11-158.
ANALYSIS
The City is in the process of annexing a parcel into the City through the Municipal Purposes annexation
method in order to build a new fire station. The annexation petitioners are seeking to rezone the site to
R-5-1 (Low-density Residential)zoning consistent with the Low-density Residential land use designation.
The site contains approximately 4.78 acres and is located in the County.The north half is currently zoned
"0" (Office) along West Court Street and the south half RS-20(Suburban).The site is vacant. Surrounding
properties are zoned "0" (County) to the north, RS-20 (suburban) to the east and south, and RS-20
(County) to the west. There is a nursery and one single-family dwelling to the north, a church, a single-
family dwelling, and vacant land to the east, single-family homes to the south, and a farm with one house
to the west.
The site is contiguous with current City boundaries along the east and south property lines.
The parcel is located within the Urban Growth Area (UGA). The north half of the property is designated
by the Comprehensive Plan map for Mixed Residential/Commercial uses; the south half for Low Density
Residential.
For the north half of the parcel, the Description and Allocation Table on page 18 of the Comprehensive
Plan specifies that Mixed Residential/Commercial areas may be assigned R-S-20, R-S-12, R-S-1, R-1 thru R-
3, C-1 and "0" zoning. Appropriate uses include Neighborhood shopping and specialty centers, business
parks, service and office uses, single-family dwellings, patio homes, townhouses, apartments and
condominiums and residential units,which should be built out at a density of 5-20 dwelling units per acre.
The criteria for applying Mixed Residential/Commercial designation include Sewer availability, Market
Demand, Location convenient to major circulation routes, Land suitable for heavy building sites, and Size
consistent with market demand.
For the south half of the property the Description and Allocation Table on page 17 of the Comprehensive
Plan specifies that Low-Density Residential areas allow for RS-20, RS-12, R-S-1, R-1,and R-1-A zoning,with
residential development at a density of 2 to 5 dwelling units per acre. Criteria for annexation in these
areas include sewer availability, land suitable for home sites, market demand, and sites approved by the
Benton-Franklin Health District when sewer is not available. The closest sewer is south of Court Street
along Road 48, nearly 600 feet from the southernmost corner of the site. Currently the City is exploring
options for providing the site and sewer basin with sanitary sewer service.
The proposed annexation area is within the City's service area as identified in the Comprehensive Water
and Sewer Plans. Both of these plans based future services need within the annexation area for more
intense land uses as identified in the land use map of the Comprehensive Plan. Water is available via 8'
lines in West Court Street and Road 48 through the undeveloped Marie Street right-of-way(ROW); Sewer
is available in a 12" line in Road 48 through the undeveloped Marie Street ROW.
Land annexed within the Riverview area typically adopts the current County zoning designation for that
parcel, which is RS-20 (Suburban). In the present case, Applicant requests an R-S-1 zoning designation,
and intends to extend sewer service to the parcel which would enable smaller lot sizes (10,000 square-
foot minimum lot sizes rather than the 20,000 square-foot minimums of the RS-20 zoning district), and
the ability to accommodate additional dwelling units within the Urban growth Area. Public facilities such
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fire stations are located in residential zones, including the R-S-1 zone, through the Conditional/Special
Permit process.
The initial review criteria for considering a rezone application are explained in PMC 25.88.030. The criteria
are listed below as follows:
1. The changed conditions in the vicinity which warrant other or additional zoning:
• The site in question is in process of being annexed via Municipal Purposes Annexation.
• The site is located within the Pasco Urban Growth Boundary.
• The site is located within one of the County islands surrounded by City-annexed lands.
• Surrounding properties not contiguous to the site have been annexed over time between 1989 and
2012.
• Surrounding properties are mostly developed to the north, east, and south, with single-family
dwellings, and a nursery to the north.
• The City will be extending sewer service to the site.
2. Facts to justify the change on the basis of advancing the public health,safety and general welfare.
The property in process of being annexed via Municipal Purposes Annexation and needs to be zoned. The
justification for the zoning designation is the fact that if a zoning designation is not determined the
property could become annexed without zoning. For the advancement of the general welfare of the
community the property needs to be zoned consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. The proposed zoning
would be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map.
3. The effect rezoning will have on the nature and value of adjoining property and the
Comprehensive Plan.
The proposed zoning would be compatible with the City's Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. .
R-S-1 (Low-density Residential)zoning is supported by the Comprehensive Plan and would be considered
a proper implementation of the Plan. The nature and value of surrounding properties would not be
impacted more than if it were zoned according to the most intensive use allowed by the Comprehensive
Plan designation for the site.
4. The effect on the property owners or owner if the request is not granted.
Without the annexation area being assigned a specific zoning district, the area will essentially be un-zoned
upon annexation, and undevelopable. The area needs to be zoned for the benefit of the property owners
and property owners adjoining the proposed annexation area.
5. The Comprehensive Plan land use designation for the property.
The Comprehensive Plan indicates the proposed annexation area for the north half of the property may be
assigned R-S-20, R-S-12, R-S-1, R-1 thru R-3, C-1 or "O;"The south half of the property may be designated
RS-20, RS-12, R-S-1, R-1, or R-1-A. The proposed zoning, R-S-1 falls within the accepted range of both
Comprehensive plan designations and is compatible with surrounding zoning.
INITIAL STAFF FINDINGS OF FACT
Findings of fact must be entered from the record. The following are initial findings drawn from the
background and analysis section of the staff report.The Planning Commission may add additional findings
to this listing as the result of factual testimony and evidence submitted during the open record hearing.
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1. Public notice of this hearing was posted in the City's website and sent to property owners
within 300 feet of the property on September 11, 2019, and posted in the Tri-City Herald on
October 6, 2019.
2. The City is in the process of annexing a parcel into the City through the Municipal Purposes
annexation method.
3. The City wishes to construct a new fire station on the north half of the property.
4. The City is seeking to rezone the site consistent with the Comprehensive Plan Mixed
Residential/Commercial and Low-density Residential land use designations.
5. The site contains approximately 4.78 acres
6. The site is located in the County
7. The north half is currently zoned County"O" (Office) along West Court Street
8. The south half is currently zoned County RS-20 (Suburban)
9. The parcel is vacant.
10. Surrounding properties are zoned as follows:
a. "O" (County)to the north
b. RS-20 (suburban)to the east and south
c. RS-20 (County)to the west.
11. Surrounding properties are developed as follows:
a. A nursery and one single-family dwelling to the north
b. A church, a single-family dwelling, and vacant land to the east
c. Single family dwelling units to the south
d. A farm with one single-family dwelling unit to the west.
12. The site is contiguous with current City boundaries along the east and south property lines.
13. The parcel is located within the Urban Growth Area (UGA).
14. The north half of the property is designated by the Comprehensive Plan map for Mixed
Residential/Commercial uses
a. Mixed Residential/Commercial areas may be assigned R-S-20, R-S-12, R-S-1, R-1 thru R-3,
C-1 or"O" zoning.
b. Mixed Residential/Commercial uses include Neighborhood shopping and specialty
centers, business parks, service and office uses, Single-family dwellings, patio homes,
townhouses, apartments and condominiums and residential units.
c. Mixed Residential/Commercial areas should be built out at a density of 5-20 dwelling units
per acre.
d. Criteria for allocating Mixed Residential/Commercial uses include Sewer availability,
Market Demand, Location convenient to major circulation routes, Land suitable for heavy
building sites, and Size consistent with market demand.
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15. The south half of the property is designated by the Comprehensive Plan map for Low Density
Residential uses.
a. Low-Density Residential areas allow for RS-20, RS-12, R-S-1, R-1, and R-1-A zoning.
b. Low-Density Residential areas should be developed at a density of 2 to 5 dwelling units
per acre.
c. Criteria for allocating Low-Density Residential uses include sewer availability, land
suitable for home sites, market demand, and sites approved by the Benton-Franklin
Health District when sewer is not available.
16. Water is available via 8' lines in West Court Street and Road 48 through the undeveloped
Marie Street ROW
17. Sewer is available in a 12" line in Road 48 through the undeveloped Marie Street ROW.
18. Public facilities such fire stations are located in residential zones, including the R-S-1 zone,
through the Conditional/Special Permit process.
TENTATIVE CONCLUSIONS BASED ON INITIAL STAFF FINDINGS OF FACT
Before recommending approval or denial of a special permit the Planning Commission must develop
findings of fact from which to draw its conclusions based upon the criteria listed in PMC 25.86.060. The
criteria are as follows:
1. Will the proposed use be in accordance with the goals, policies, objectives and text of the
Comprehensive Plan?
a. Capital Facilities Goal CF-3 directs the City to "provide adequate lands for public facilities;
b. Policy CF-6 Directs the City to "maintain within the city a level of fire protection service
that is very effective and cost efficient. Encourage that some level of service in the
unincorporated portion of the urban growth area."
c. Policy CF-6-A encourages the city to "Strive to provide a sufficient number of fire stations
in appropriate locations throughout the community."
2. Will the proposed use adversely affect public infrastructure?
a. The proposed use includes a fire station on the north half of the property and a residential
subdivision to the south. Neither use would place more strain on infrastructure than uses
currently allowed in the zoning districts.
3. Will the proposed use be constructed,maintained and operated to be in harmony with existing
or intended character of the general vicinity?
a. The character of the vicinity is dominated by single-family dwelling units,farmland to the
west, and a nursery operation located to the northwest along West Court Street.
4. Will the location and height of proposed structures and the site design discourage the
development of permitted uses on property in the general vicinity or impair the value thereof?
a. The areas on three sides are mostly developed with single-family dwelling units. A fire
station will not exceed the height allowance for the R-S-1 zoning district.
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b. Fire stations require review through the Special Permit process. Conditions to mitigate
negative impacts on surrounding properties may be required as part of that review
process.
5. Will the operations in connection with the proposal be more objectionable to nearby
properties by reason of noise,fumes, vibrations, dust, traffic, or flashing lights than would be
the operation of any permitted uses within the district?
a. The proposed fire station would bring added noise,fumes,vibrations,dust,traffic,and/or
flashing lights to the neighborhood.
b. Fire stations also add to the security and safety of neighborhoods.
6. Will the proposed use endanger the public health or safety if located and developed where
proposed, or in any way become a nuisance to uses permitted in the district?
a. While a Fire station may add safety risks to proximal neighbors due to increased
emergency traffic, they generally benefit the public health and safety by reducing
response times for fire and health-related crises.
RECOMMENDATION
MOTION for Findings of Fact:
I move to adopt findings of fact and conclusions therefrom as contained in the October 17,
2019 staff report.
MOTION for Recommendation:
I move, based on the findings of fact and conclusions as adopted, the Planning Commission
recommend the City Council zone the Court Street Fire Station #84 Annexation Area to R-S-1
as depicted on the proposed zoning map ("Exhibit 1") attached to the October 17, 2019
Planning Commission report.
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CIEYOF
Pasco ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASCO,WASHINGTON,
A-494% ASSIGNING ZONING TO THE ROAD 52 FIRE STATION
ANNEXATION AREA AS RECOMMENDED BY THE
PLANNING COMMISSION.
WHEREAS,on October 17, 2019,the Planning Commission of the City of Pasco conducted a public
hearing(Master File#ZD 2019-002)to develop a recommendation for the assignment of zoning to certain
property; in the event the property was incorporated within the City; and
WHEREAS, on November 4, 2019, Ordinance No. effectively annexed certain real
property to the City of Pasco; NOW,THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO,WASHINGTON DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the following described area, situated in Franklin County, Washington to-wit:
The West % of the Northeast % of the Northwest % of the Northwest % of Section 26,
Township 29 North, Range 9 East, except for the Court Street Right-of-Way.
as depicted in the map attached hereto and labeled "Exhibit 1" be and the same is hereby assigned R-S-1
(Suburban) zoning; and
Section 2. That any and all zoning maps be and the same are hereby amended to conform to the
aforesaid assignment of zoning.
Section 3. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect 5 days after passage thereof.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco this day of_ 2019.
Matt Watkins, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Debra Barham, City Clerk Kerr-Ferguson Law Group, City Attorney
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CityREPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
City Hall—525 North Third Avenue—Council Chambers
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2019
7:00 PM
MASTER FILE#: SP 2019-002
APPLICANT: Franklin County Historical Society
305 North 4th Avenue
Pasco, Washington 99301
REQUEST: SPECIAL PERMIT: Franklin County Museum Annex
BACKGROUND
1. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Legal: GERRYS ADD E17' OF LOT 19 &ALL OF LOTS 20 THRU 24 BLOCK 7
General Location: 417,421, 425 West Bonneville
Property Size: 0.46 acres
2. ACCESS: The property has access from N 4th Avenue and W Bonneville Street
3. UTILITIES: Municipal water and sewer service are available to the property.
4. LAND USE AND ZONING: The site is zoned R-3 (Medium Density Residential District). Surrounding
properties are zoned and developed as follows:
NORTH: R-3 Office/SFDUs
EAST: R-3 SFDUs
SOUTH: C-1 Surface Parking Lot/ Retail
WEST: C-1 Services (Personal)
5. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:The Comprehensive Plan indicates the site is intended for mixed residential
development. The purpose and description for the mixed residential land use includes single-family
dwelling units, patio homes, townhouses, apartments and condominiums at a density of 5-20
dwelling units per acre. The mixed residential designation also serves as a transition between lower
and higher density. Policy LU-2-B of the Comprehensive Plan encourages the support of existing and
future recreational, educational and cultural facilities and services within neighborhoods.
6. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The City of Pasco is the lead agency for this project. An
environmental determination will be made after the public hearing for this project.A Determination
of Non-Significance or Mitigated Determination of Non-Significance is likely for this application per
WAC 197-11-355
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ANALYSIS
The Franklin County Historical Museum Society proposes to construct a separate (detached) 3,500 square-
foot museum annex that will serve as an extension to the existing Franklin County Museum. The site is zoned
R-3 (Medium Density Residential) district as is much of the surrounding area.The Downtown Pasco/Central
Business district is immediately to the south of the site.The Pasco Municipal Code states that a special permit
for the preservation of a historic place may be requested for uses not otherwise permitted within the
applicable district.
The site previously consisted of three separate and adjoining residential lots that were recently consolidated
and recorded by the Franklin County Assessors Office (Parcel #112-052-244). Current plans indicate that the
new building will have dimensions of 50'x 70' and built using a pre-engineered steel material.Approximately
one-third of the new building area will be used for the storage of museum material culture collections,which
are currently stored off-site. The remaining area will be used for general exhibition space and a proposed
location for a new Mid-Columbia Ag Hall of Fame display.
Current design plans indicate that the building will also feature a combination of a metal,stucco and glass to
complement the existing museum. The Museum was originally constructed in 1910 as part of Andrew
Carnegie's worldwide library construction program. In 1980 the Franklin County Historical Society was
offered the opportunity to use the building as its museum. It opened to the public as the Franklin County
Historical Museum on January 3, 1983.
A special permit was submitted and discussed with the Planning Commission in November 2018. After
discussions with the applicant, city staff and a nearby property owner, the site layout concerns identified in
the prior plans have been mitigated. The Rite Aid located at 215 N 4t" Avenue (directly across from the
proposed annexation building) will permit patrons of the museum annex to use the existing paved parking
lot.
INITIAL STAFF FINDINGS OF FACT
Findings of Fact must be entered from the record. The following are initial findings drawn from the
background and analysis section of the staff report. The Planning Commission may add additional findings
to this listing as the result of factual testimony and evidence submitted during the open record hearing.
1. The site is located on previously three separate parcels addressed as 419,421 and 425 W Bonneville
Street.
2. The site is zoned R-3 (Medium Density Residential)
3. The site is located immediately to the east of the Franklin County Museum.
4. The proposed annex building will be an extension of the existing museum and will be used for storage
and exhibition space.
5. The building will total 3,500 square feet(50'x 70')in size and is to be constructed out of stucco,metal
and glass.
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6. The Franklin County Museum is classified as a National Historic Site.
7. The use of a historic place may be requested via Special Permit for uses not otherwise permitted
within the applicable district of the site.
8. The museum was constructed as a Carnegie Library in 1911 and has been in use as museum since
1983.
TENTATIVE CONCLUSIONS BASED ON INITIAL STAFF FINDINGS OF FACT
Before recommending approval or denial of the proposed plat the Planning Commission must develop
findings of fact from which to draw its conclusion (P.M.C. 26.24.070)therefrom as to whether or not:
1. Will the proposed use be in accordance with the goals, policies, objectives and text of the
Comprehensive Plan?
a) Policy LU-2-B of the City Comprehensive Plan encourages the fostering of adequate
provisions for educational and cultural facilities throughout the urban growth area, including
information exhibits.
2. Will the proposed use adversely affect public infrastructure?
a) The proposal will not generate an abnormal impact to public infrastructure such as water
and sewer. The site will be served by the existing transportation network including various
Ben Franklin Transit routes within walking distance.
3. Will the proposed use be constructed, maintained and operated to be in harmony with the existing
or intended character of the general vicinity?
a) The applicant intends to complement the appearance of the existing museum by
constructing the annex building with stucco, glass and metal. The submitted design
renderings appear to include noticeable differences in the style of the annex building
compared to the exiting museum.The museums exterior is primarily stucco while the annex
is predominately metal.
4. Will the location and height of proposed structures and the site design discourage the development
of permitted uses on property in the general vicinity or impair the value thereof?
a) Prior renderings indicate a maximum height of 22 feet.The allowed maximum height in
the R-3 zoning district is 35 feet. The height of the proposed building will not result in
any nuisance situations however the appearance and style of the exterior may. As
currently designed, the appearance of the structure will contrast with the surrounding
neighborhood character.
5. Will the operations in connection with the proposal be more objectionable to nearby properties by
reason of noise,fumes,vibrations, dust,traffic, or flashing lights than would be the operation of any
permitted uses within the district?
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a) The proposed annex building and operations is not expected to create adverse impacts
to other permitted uses.
6. Will the proposed use endanger the public health or safety if located and developed where proposed,
or in any way will become a nuisance to uses permitted in the district?
a) It is expected that the proposed annex building will not cause harm to the health and
safety of the public and that the associated activity will not become a nuisance to the
permitted uses in the vicinity.
PROPOSED APPROVAL CONDITIONS
1. The Special Permit shall apply to tax parcel 112-052-244;
2. No outdoor storage of equipment or materials shall be allowed;
3. The applicant shall comply with all building code requirements for the occupancy class applicable to
the use;
4. The applicant shall develop the site in substantial conformance with the proposed museum annex
site plan as constructed in the 10/17/2019 Planning Commission Staff Report;
5. The applicant shall not be required to meet the requirements of PMC 25.185.170;
6. Employee only parking shall be located in the rear of the proposed structure, with access via the
alleyway on N 4t"Avenue;
7. Patrons of the museum annex shall be permitted to use existing Rite-Aid parking lot located 215 N
4t"Avenue.
8. All other requirements of the Pasco Municipal Code will apply.
RECOMMENDATION
MOTION: I move to close the public hearing for the Special Permit on the proposed location for an
annex building for the Franklin County Museum in the R-3 (Medium Density Residential)
zoning district.
MOTION: I move the Planning Commission recommend to City Council the adoption of the proposed
special permit SP 2019-002 as contained in the October 17th, 2019 Planning Commission
staff report.
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Mr. Rick White and Mr.Jacob Gonzalez
Pasco City Planning Department
Pasco City Hall
525 North Third Avenue
Pasco,Washington 99301
Dear Mr.White and Mr. Gonzalez,
We are aware of the Franklin County Historical Society's plans to construct an annex on property it
owns along Bonneville Street across from our Rite Aid store. In order to facilitate a reduction or
elimination of their code requirement of parking spaces,I write to affirm our permission for museum
visitors to use space in store lot across from the museum on those occasions when additional parking
may be needed by museum visitors beyond what is presently available along Bonneville and Fourth
Streets.
Thank you for your efforts to facilitate access and improve our downtown area.
Yours truly,
Brian Miles, Manager
Pasco Rite Aid
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: October 8, 2019
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Angela Pitman, Block Grant Administrator
Community & Economic Development
SUBJECT: 2020-2024 Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan and Elements (MF# BGAP2019-006)
Reference: 1) Citizen Participation Plan and Outreach Summary
2) 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan Elements and Overview
3) Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing and Overview
History and Facts
HUD requires that cities receiving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and/or
Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) funds to complete a five-year consolidated plan that
outlines needs, priorities, market conditions and strategies to utilize funds in a way that
addresses the needs identified. The present five-year Tri-Cities HOME Consortium
Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) for the Cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland will expire on
December 31, 2019.
The Tri-Cities HOME Consortium (Consortium), represented by member cities Richland,
Kennewick and Pasco, is in the process of developing the Con Plan for HUD funded programs
over the next five years. The Consortium procured the services of The Cloudburst Group to
assist with the development of the plan. The Consolidated Plan covers program years 2020
through 2024 and serves as a tool to assist in making data-driven, place-based investment
decisions that align and focus funding from CDBG and HOME. These programs are designed
to provide decent housing, suitable living environments, and create economic opportunities,
principally for low- and moderate-income persons and neighborhoods.
The City of Pasco will receive approximately $4.3 million dollars in combined federal funds
for CDBG ($3.5 million) and HOME ($775,000) activities over the next five years.
All CDBG and HOME funded activities for the years 2020 through 2024, and all third party
activities, such as development of assisted housing, must be consistent with the approved
Strategic Action Plan set forth in the 2020-2024 Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan and comply with
the overall intent of that Plan. The focus is to design for flexibility in the process and the
establishment of priorities for funding programs for the year 2020 and beyond.
Discussion
In development of the Consolidated Plan, the Consortium consulted with its partners and
stakeholders to gain feedback and comments on a variety of topics that directly impact the
Consolidated Planning process. In addition to data, feedback gathered from the community
survey and focus group meetings will help describe priorities and community needs as
experienced by individuals and organizations that interact with federally funded programs
(Reference 1).
The consultant reviewed local plans, conducted Focus Group meetings with community
stakeholders on June 26 and 27, 2019. The public was also invited to provide input on
community needs and assessments in a Community Survey completed July 12, 2019 in the
following areas:
• economic development/community infrastructure needs,
• public services/human services/special needs, and
• decent/affordable housing needs.
Strategic Plan goals formulated from community needs identified in the Citizen Participation
process described above are particularly important in that all HUD-assisted projects submitted
over the upcoming five years must be consistent with these goals. The goals are consistent with
the goals from last five-year Con Plan (Reference 2).
HUD also requires that cities receiving CDBG and or HOME funds complete an analysis of
impediments to fair housing issues where those funds may be spent every five years. This fair
housing document, the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) is attached for
your review and recommendation(Reference 3).
Recommendation
Please review the draft five-year Consolidated Plan and elements (strategic plan, first year
annual action plan, analysis of impediments to fair housing) and provide direction to staff for
additional needs or recommend forwarding to City Council for approval as submitted or as
amended.
Motion:
I move the public hearing be closed and 5-year Consolidated Plan and elements be forwarded
to City Council approval at the next available workshop (as submitted/or as amended).
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Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan
2020-2024
Outreach and Consultation Summary
Public Comments:
The draft Consolidated Plan is available for public comment through November 5, 2019. Notice of the
draft plan made available for public view and comment were made through the following channels:
• Newspaper (Tri Cities Herald and to Decides)
• City Website
• City Library
• Housing Authorities
• City Buildings
Community Input:
A Community Needs survey was made available to the public to gather feedback on priorities and
needs as it pertains to the use of CDBG and HOME funds. Survey Monkey was the online platform
utilized. The online survey remained open for two months and was advertised through each City's
social media outlets. There was a total of forty-three (43) responses.
A total of seven (7) community meetings were held; three (3) at the Richland City Building and four (4)
at the Kennewick City Building. The meetings were held on June 26 and June 27, 2019. Two meeting
dates and locations set by City of Richland, lead agency, and the consultant are consistent with past
practice. These were topic-oriented sessions were made available to the public as well as invites being
sent directly to targeted organizations in all three (3) cities that are directly involved with the topic at-
hand. The topics covered were:
1. Community and Economic Development
2. Public Facilities & Public Works
3. Fair Housing & Housing Issues for At-Risk Populations
4. Homelessness/Continuum of Care (CoC)
5. Public Housing
6. Homelessness/Social Services
7. Affordable Housing
Each meeting was well attended and offered a wide-ranging conversation about needs and priorities
outlined in the Consolidated Plan.
Partner Plans Reviewed:
An aspect of the Consolidated Plan development is the review and integration of partner plans and
strategic planning documents within the region. The following plans were consulted with in
development of priorities, needs, and goals:
• Each of the Tri-Cities' Comprehensive Plan & Capital Improvements Plan
• Comprehensive Housing Market Analysis (HUD Office of Policy Development Research)
Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan
2020-2024
Outreach and Consultation Summary
• Benton and Franklin Counties Department of Human Services, 10-Year Plan to End
Homelessness, Phase Two, Update 2012
• Housing Authority 5-Year Plan & Administrative Plans
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Tri-Cities HOME Consortium Citizen Participation Plan
Community Development Block Grant and HOME Programs
Introduction
The purpose of this Citizen Participation Plan is to provide a framework to guide the Tri-Cities HOME
Consortium (Consortium)and its members (the Cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland, as Lead) in their
efforts to encourage citizen participation in the planning, implementation and assessment in the Community
Development Block Grant(CDBG)and the HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) programs. Specifically,
in the Assessment of Fair Housing, Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan and Consolidated Annual
Performance and Evaluation Report(CAPER).
This Citizen Participation Plan is prepared and implemented in accordance with the guidance provided in
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Regulations 24 CFR Part 91.105.
Prior to implementation, the Citizen Participation Plan will be available for a period of 30 days for public
comment. Any amendment to the Plan will be made available for a period of 30 days advising citizens of
an opportunity to comment on the proposed amendment. A summary of the comments or views and a
summary of any comments or views not accepted and the reasons why it was not accepted will be attached
to the plan submitted to HUD for final approval.
Citizen Advisory Committee
Each city has established individual citizen advisory committees to serve as a link between the public, city
staff and City Council,and to aid in the development of the Consolidated Plan,Annual Action Plans, CAPER
review, and assist in the administration and utilization of HUD grants. Each advisory position is selected
based upon providing a balance of specific community interests or expertise to the committee. Low and
moderate-income persons are encouraged to participate when a position becomes vacant. This is
accomplished through public solicitations as well as direct communication with residents and participants
in various social service organizations.
Each advisory committee will meet as necessary to review and make decisions regarding CDBG and
HOME. These meetings are open to the general public. The advisory committees review written funding
requests, attend oral presentations by applicants, and make funding recommendations to the respective
City Council to aid in the development of the Annual Action Plan.
Encouraging Public Participation
It is the intent of Tri-Cities HOME Consortium to encourage and facilitate the participation of all citizens in
the development of the Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH), Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, any
substantial amendments to the plans and the performance report through public hearings and meetings.
Additionally, the Consortium encourages involvement of protected classes, low- and moderate-income
persons, particularly neighborhoods where 51 percent, or an amount determined by HUD as an exception
criteria service area, where federal funding is proposed to be used. The Consortium also welcomes the
participation of minority populations, non-English speaking persons and persons with disabilities.
Consultations, with direct mailings/emails and other contact will be made with local and regional
organizations and through other publications that serve those in protected classes, or that provide assisted
housing, health services, and social services, including those focusing on services to children, elderly
persons, persons with disabilities and their families, and homeless persons.
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The Consolidated Plan (CP)
The development of the CP is a cooperative effort between the cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland
as members of a Consortium, businesses, developers, nonprofit organization, philanthropic organizations,
and community-based and faith-based organizations that serve low and moderate-income persons. This
document provides the planning framework, strategies, goals and performance benchmarks to be achieved
over a five-year period by the CDBG and HOME Programs. HUD will evaluate the performance of each
City and the Tri-Cities HOME Consortium through the accomplishments of community development and
housing program goals established in the CP.
At least two public hearing will be held by the Consortium throughout the development of the CP to allow
participation from the public on this planning document. At least one of the public hearings will be held
before the Consolidated Plan is published for comment. The draft CP Plan will be made available for public
review and comment for a minimum of 30 days to allow for interested persons and organizations to
comment prior to completion and submission of the final plan to HUD.A summary of the comments or views
and a summary of any comments or views not accepted and the reasons why it was not accepted will be
included in the final plan submitted to HUD for final approval.
Assessment of Fair Housing Plan
If applicable, the Tri-Cities HOME Consortium and the two local housing authorities (PHAs), Kennewick
Public Housing Authority (KHA) and City of Pasco & Franklin Consortium Housing Authority (HACPFC)
operating within Consortium jurisdiction will enter into a Joint Agreement to align their consolidated planning
cycle(s) in accordance with the regulations at 24 CFR Part 91 for consolidated plan program participants,
and 24 CFR part 903, for Public Housing Authorities. PHAs agree to collaborate with the Tri-Cities HOME
Consortium to prepare the Assessment of Fair Housing.
Furthermore,the Tri-Cities HOME Consortium and the Kennewick and Pasco Housing Authorities will work
together by establishing comprehensive community development goals and ensure strategies and actions
are taken to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing. Moreover, local and regional fair housing organizations and
enforcement agencies will be consulted with. The Consortium members will report progress on those goals
to HUD through the consolidated annual performance reports (CAPER) that are posted on each Cities
website and in a HUD database.
HUD set out the following four clear fair housing goals for all communities to ensure greater opportunities
for all Americans:
1. Reduce segregation, and build on the nation's increasing racial, geographic and economic
diversity.
2. Eliminate racially and ethnically concentrated areas of poverty
3. Reduce disparities in access to important community assets such as quality schools, job
centers, and transit
4. Narrow the gaps that leave families with children, people with disabilities, and people of
different races, colors and national origins with more severe housing problems
(disproportionate housing needs)
The Public, residents, public agencies and other interested parties will have access to any HUD provided
data and other supplemental information the HOME Consortium plans to incorporate into its Assessment
of Fair Housing (AFH)at the start of the public participation process or as soon as feasible after.The HOME
Consortium may make HUD provided data available to the public by cross referencing to the data on the
HUD website.
Consortium staff will hold at least one public hearing and meet with community groups, reviews HUD data
tables and HUD maps to develop the Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) Plan goals.Through collaboration
with the Housing Authorities of Kennewick and Pasco, staff will consult with HA Resident Boards in
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accordance with procedures described in 24 CFR 903.13, 903.15, 903.17 and 903.19 in the process of
conducting the Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH), obtaining Resident Advisory Board and community
feedback, and addressing complaints.
The draft AFH Plan will be made available for public review and comment for a minimum of 30 days as a
Consortium plan.Otherwise,teaming with the local PHAs will require a minimum of 45 day review and comment period.
A summary of the comments or views and a summary of any comments or views not accepted and the
reasons why it was not accepted will be included in the Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) Plan, submitted
to HUD for final approval.
Annual Action Plan (AAP)
The AAP is a document that serves as the application for annual funding to HUD under the CDBG and
HOME Programs and identifies federal and other funding resources that are expected to be used to address
the needs identified in the CP. This plan represents programs and activities that will be undertaken from
January 1 through December 31 of each program year. It identifies the amount of grant funds and program
income each city anticipates receiving each year, gives a specific description of the programs and activities
that will be used to address the priority needs established in the Consolidated Plan, and provides
benchmarks and goals to benefit low and moderate-income persons in which to measure program
performance.
At least two public hearings will be held by each individual City each year at separate stages of development
of the plan. The draft AAP Plan will be made available public review and comment for a minimum of 30
days to allow for interested persons and organizations to comment prior to completion and submission of
the final plan to HUD. A summary of the comments or views and a summary of any comments or views not
accepted and the reasons why it was not accepted will be included in the final plan.The Annual Action Plan
is submitted to HUD once grant formula allocations have been announced each program year.
Section 108 Loan Guarantee Program
The Section 108 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 provides for a loan guarantee
component specific to the CDBG Program. If applicable, and a member Grantee (Kennewick, Pasco or
Richland) moves forward with a program application to HUD the Grantee will comply with requirements in
24 CFR 570.704(a)(2). In addition, the following would apply:
• Prior to submission of an application for loan guarantee assistance to HUD the Grantee must publish
the proposed application community wide to allow the public to examine the application and to
provide comments on the proposed application.
• The public will be given timely notification of public hearings, reasonable and timely access to local
meetings, information,and records relating to the proposed and actual use of guaranteed loan funds,
including, but not limited to the amount of funds expected to be made available, including anticipated
program income generated from activities carried out with guaranteed loan funds, range of eligible
activities to be undertaken, proposed low-moderate beneficiaries, etc. Technical assistance may be
provided to representative groups at the discretion of the Grantee.
• The public will be provided reasonable advance notice of, and opportunity to comment on, proposed
activities not previously included in the application and activities which are proposed to be deleted
or substantially changed in terms of purpose, scope, location, or beneficiaries in accordance with
requirement for a significant amendment.
• Grantee policies and procedures will provide for timely written answers to written complaints and
grievances within 15 working days of the receipt of the complaint, where practicable.
Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report(CAPER)
This report describes the accomplishments of each activity undertaken during the previous year, identifies
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how funds were actually used versus how the funds were proposed to be used, what impacts the activity
realized, and to what extent the funds benefited low and moderate-income persons.
The draft CAPER will be made available public review and comment for a minimum of 15 days to allow for
interested persons and organizations to comment prior to completion.A summary of the comments or views
and a summary of any comments or views not accepted and the reasons why it was not accepted will be
included in the final plan submitted to HUD for final approval. The CAPER is due no later than 90 days
following the end of the program year, or by March 31 st of each year.
Public Hearing Notice
Public hearings, meetings will be published as a display ad in the non-legal section of the newspaper of
record, the Tri-City Herald and respective member city's website at least 14 days prior to the hearing. The
notice will include some or all of the following information as appropriate to the particular event:
• The date, time and place.
• Estimated amount of funds that will be available for distribution, and the amount that will benefit
low and moderate-income persons.
• Topic(s)to be discussed including, but not limited to, housing and community development needs,
development of proposed activities, and review of program performance.
• Proposed strategies and actions for AFH.
• Basic information about the program(s).
• Timing and procedures followed in the development and approval of the CP, Annual Action Plan,
Substantial Amendments, or CAPER.
• Contact name and phone number for requesting additional information or special accommodations.
Public hearings and meetings will be held at times and in locations convenient to potential or actual
beneficiaries, and that are easily accessible to persons with disabilities. All comments and views of
residents of the community in writing or orally during a public hearing or meeting will be considered
and attached to the plan.
Public Comment Period
The draft or substantial amendments to the Citizen Participation Plan, Assessment of Fair Housing,
Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan or CAPER will be made available for public comment for the
minimum 15, 30 or 45 days, as required. A notice of the public comment period, the locations where the
plan is available for review, and a summary of the plan will be published in the Tri-City Herald and in other
places frequented by the public, especially low-and moderate-income persons and persons benefiting from
or affected by proposed CDBG/HOME activities. The notice of the public comment period, as well as the
draft, will be posted on the respective City's website. Additionally, direct outreach to local and regional
organizations that serve those in protected classes, assisted housing providers, public housing agencies,
social service agencies, and advocacy groups, as well as their beneficiaries, will be utilized to broaden the
efforts to notify all.All comments and views of residents of the community in writing during a public comment
period will be considered and attached to the plan.
A reasonable number of free copies of the draft plan will be available upon request by calling or
visiting the respective City's Office during regular business hours. The draft plan may be made
available in an alternative format with a three-day notice for a request to the respective city member.
Non-English Speakers
The Consortium has elected to address the Limited English Proficiency(LEP) need as a reasonable
accommodation. Language assistance will be given to ensure meaningful access to participation
by non-English speaking residents of the community. Given reasonable notice, during regular
business hours, the following accommodation may be requested:
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1. Interpretation services for clients, at no cost to the clients,
2. Documents may be translated for clients who do not communicate in English,
3. A TTY telephone shall be provided for clients,
4. Consortium members shall provide printed materials in alternate formats for clients, or
5. Consortium members shall make whatever reasonable accommodations are needed to
improve accessibility to programs, activities and services.
Request assistance by contacting the respective member City:
• City of Richland, Community and Development Services Office, (509)942-7580
• City of Kennewick, Community Development Office, (509)585-4432
• City of Pasco, Community and Economic Development Office, (509)545-3441
Reasonable Accommodation
Pursuant to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, within
reason, any individual with an impairment or disability who requires reasonable accommodation to
attend or participate in a meeting or public hearing may request assistance. Assistance may be
requested 48 hours prior to meeting, during regular business hours.
Request assistance by contacting the respective member City:
• City of Richland, Community and Development Services Office, (509)942-7580
• City of Kennewick, Community Development Office, (509)585-4432
• City of Pasco, Community and Economic Development Office, (509)545-3441
Plan Approval
The Citizen Participation Plan recognizes Kennewick, Pasco and Richland City Councils, as the elected
governing body for each City. The draft Assessment of Fair Housing, Consolidated Plan and/or Annual
Action Plan as well as Substantial Amendments to the Plans will be presented to the respective member
City Council for approval before submitting to HUD. These are regularly scheduled Council meetings which
are open public meetings and broadcast live.
Amendments or Substantial Amendments to the Plan
An "amendment"to the approved plan will occur when a revision is made to the priority needs, a change is
made in the method of distribution of funds, when an activity not previously identified in the plan is added,
or when the purpose, scope, location or beneficiaries of an activity are changed.
A"substantial amendment"to the AFH Plan will occur when fair housing contributing factors, priorities and
or goals in the Assessment of Fair Housing Plan no longer reflect actual circumstances. A "substantial
amendment"to the Consolidated Plan or Annual Action Plan will occur with any of the following conditions:
1. Increasing or decreasing funding levels for a given project by 51% or more of the previously accepted
and adopted amount,
2. Modification of a project to address a different national objective, or
3. Changes in the use of CDBG funds from one eligibility category to another, in accordance with 24 CFR
91.105(c).
A substantial amendment to a plan will be forwarded to the respective City's advisory committee, a display
ad will be placed in the Tri-City Herald, and will be available for a period stated below for public review and
comments. Upon expiration of the review and comment period, and approval by the individual City's
Council, the proposed change will be signed by the authorized official of the jurisdiction and submitted in
the Integrated Disbursement Information System (IDIS)for HUD approval.
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Plan Comment Period
5-year AFH Plan Consortium 30-Day
5-year AFH Plan Joint with PHAs 45-Day
5 year Consolidated Plan 30-Day
Annual Action Plan 30-Day
Responding to Complaints
Each City will consider written complaints from the public regarding the citizen participation process, the
Consolidated Plan, the Assessment of Fair Housing Plan, the Annual Action Plan, any amendments and
the CAPER. Where practicable. A written response will be made within 15 working days. Where not
practicable, written responses will be made as quickly as possible. If the complainant is unable to file a
complaint due to disability, alternative filing methods will be allowed by contacting the respective City.
Access to Records
Each city will be responsible for providing citizens, public agencies and other interested parties within five
days of request, access to information and records relating to the City's Consolidated Plan and the use of
assistance under the CDBG and HOME programs covered during the preceding five-year period. Such
access shall be consistent with applicable State and local laws, subject to privacy and obligations of
confidentiality.
Staff Support and Technical Assistance
Staff from each city will be responsible and will make every reasonable effort to provide access and
technical assistance to citizens, and agencies representing low and moderate-income persons, in order
that they may participate in planning and assessing projects. Staff from each city will also respond to those
who request assistance in developing proposals for CDBG or HOME funding, and will provide technical
assistance to assist in the implementation of the project.
Relocation and Displacement Policy
The Cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland intend to minimize to the greatest extent possible, the
permanent displacement of any low and moderate-income persons that might result from the use of CDBG
or HOME funds. This will be achieved through the design and evaluation of each project for potential
displacement, by measuring and comparing such potential among alternative proposals and designs, and
by considering alternatives when selecting projects for funding, prior to a final commitment of funds.
While there is no intent to directly displace individuals, families, businesses, or nonprofit organizations
because of projects, the respective City will assist any individual,family, business, or nonprofit organization
displaced by projects funded with CDBG or HOME funds as authorized under the Uniform Relocation
Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, or under Section 104(d)of the
Housing and Community Development Act of 1974.The Cities reserve the right to reject a project,or require
that any sub-recipient provide non-federal financial relocation assistance to persons or organizations
affected by the project, if the project causes permanent displacement.
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Availability of Documents
Citizens are encouraged to review draft plans on the respective City's website and at the following locations:
Richland
htt,os://www.ci.richland.wa.us/CDBG
• City of Richland, Development Services Office, 625 Swift Blvd.
• Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr.
Kennewick
https://www.go2kennewick.com/620/Community-Development-Block-Grant
• City of Kennewick, Community Development Office, 210 W. 6th Ave.
• Mid-Columbia Library, 1620 S. Union
• Kennewick Housing Authority, 1915 W. 4th PI.
Pasco
https://www.pasco-wa.gov/1 88/Five-Year-Consolidated-Plan
• City of Pasco, Community and Economic Development Office, 525 N. 3rd Ave.
• Pasco Public Library, 1320 W. Hopkins St.
• Pasco and Franklin County Housing Authority, 2505 W. Lewis St.
Approved plans will be available on respective City's website and at member City offices.
Given reasonable advanced notice, individual, electronic or copies in a format accessible to non-
English speaking persons and persons with disabilities will be made available by calling or visiting
the respective member City's Office during regular business hours.
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Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan
2020-2024
Overview Document
History and Facts
HUD requires that cities receiving CDBG and/or HOME funds complete a five-year plan (Consolidated Plan) that outlines
needs, priorities, market conditions, and strategies to utilize funds in a way that addresses needs identified.The present
five-year Consolidated Plan for the cities of Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland expire on December 31, 2019.The plan must
be submitted to HUD at last 45-days before the start of the new program year, in this case the plan is to be submitted to
HUD no later than November 15, 2019.
In 2019,the City of Pasco received $704,340 in CDBG funds, and the HOME Consortium received a total of$629,814. The
HOME funds are shared between each of the three (3) cities within the HOME Consortium (Kennewick, Pasco, and
Richland). It is estimated that Pasco will receive approximately$3.5 million in CDBG funds and approximately$775,000
in HOME funded activities over the next five (5)years.
Consolidated Planning Process
The first steps in the process begin by conducting a needs and priorities assessment;this is done through data analysis,
consultation of partner plans, and community input.These different perspectives and inputs inform the prioritization
strategy for the use of CDBG and HOME funds.This prioritization strategy is realized in the Strategic Plan section of the
Consolidated Plan where Goals and Priority Needs are explicitly identified.The Strategic Plan is the five-year vision for
the use of HUD funds. HUD has established National Objectives, and all planned CDBG projects and activities must meet
at least one of HUD's National Objectives. Those objectives are:
1. Benefits to low-and moderate- income persons
2. Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight
3. Meet a need having a particular urgency(referred to as urgent need)
All CDBG and HOME activities for years 2020 through 2024 must be consistent with the approved Strategic Plan set forth
in the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and comply with the overall intent of the plan.
The goals of the Strategic Plan formulated from community input, data analysis, and partner plan consultation will
remain the goals for the lifecycle of the entire 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan. Each subsequent Annual Action Plan
outlining the use of annual HUD funds must align itself with the Goals and Priority Needs outlined in the Consolidated
Plan.
Recommendation
The Planning Commission should review the Consolidated Plan and provide direction to staff for additional needs, data,
and corresponding goals that may need to be included in the plan.The purpose of the CDBG and HOME programs is to
provide one of the three (3) outcomes to the community:
1. Decent housing
2. Economic opportunities
3. Suitable living environment
Each project and activity funded with CDBG or HOME funds must be associated to outcomes that align with one of the
three outcomes identified above. Pasco's priority needs and goals may include neighborhoods to be improved through
community infrastructure, decent and affordable housing, public facilities, park improvements, and public services.
The draft Consolidated Plan was published for public comment on October 1, 2019, comments will be accepted until
November 5, 2019.A final draft of the document is expected by the week of November 4, 2019. HUD regulations require
that the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan to be submitted to HUD no later than November 15, 2019.
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Draft Version: 9/19/2019
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Contents
ExecutiveSummary.......................................................................................................................................4
ES-05 Executive Summary.........................................................................................................................4
TheProcess...................................................................................................................................................6
PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies.........................................................................................................6
PR-10 Consultation ...................................................................................................................................7
PR-15 Citizen Participation...................................................................................................................... 18
NeedsAssessment......................................................................................................................................23
NA-05 Overview......................................................................................................................................23
NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs...........................................................................25
HousingMarket Analysis.............................................................................................................................27
MA-05 Overview.....................................................................................................................................27
MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets..........................................................................28
MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion.......................................................................................32
StrategicPlan ..............................................................................................................................................34
SP-05 Overview.......................................................................................................................................34
SP-10 Geographic Priorities ....................................................................................................................34
SP-25 Priority Needs ...............................................................................................................................35
SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure.....................................................................................................41
SP-45 Goals .............................................................................................................................................45
SP-65 Lead-based Paint Hazards.............................................................................................................47
SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy....................................................................................................................47
SP-80 Monitoring....................................................................................................................................48
AnnualAction Plan......................................................................................................................................50
AP-15 Expected Resources......................................................................................................................50
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives........................................................................................................52
AP-35 Projects.........................................................................................................................................53
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AP-38 Project Summary..........................................................................................................................54
AP-50 Geographic Distribution ...............................................................................................................59
AP-85 Other Actions................................................................................................................................59
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements...................................................................................................61
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Executive Summary
ES-05 Executive Summary
1. Introduction
The 2020-2024 Tri-Cities Consortium Consolidated Plan represents a continuing collaboration of the
three principal cities in developing common goals and directions to meet affordable housing,
infrastructure, community development, and public service needs.The Consolidated Plan provides the
community with the following sections:
• Needs Assessment-An assessment of housing and community development needs with a focus
on low-and moderate-income persons (defined as households with incomes falling below 80%
of the HUD-defined Area Median Income,AMI)
• Market Analysis—A review of housing market conditions
• Strategic Plan - Established goals responding to priority needs and a basis for developing annual
plans
2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs Assessment
Overview
Three priority needs were identified with goals corresponding to those needs.The priority needs were
determined by review of data, community meetings, public survey, and City staff consultations.The
priority needs are bolded below.
Affordable Housing-There is a need for affordable housing creation and preservation.The
corresponding goal is to increase and preserve affordable housing choices.Activities under this goal
would include expanding the supply of affordable housing units by developing owner and renter-
occupied housing, including acquisition and rehabilitation. Activities would also include providing
financial assistance to local housing development organizations to increase the supply of affordable
housing. Funds will sustain or improve the quality of existing affordable housing stock, such as
rehabilitation of housing, eligible code enforcement tasks, energy efficiency/weatherization
improvements, removal of spot blight conditions, and ADA improvements. Funds will increase
community awareness of lead-paint hazards and assist with testing for lead hazards. Homeownership
opportunities will be provided through such activities as gap financing, down payment assistance, and
infill ownership.
Community Development-Activities would include support for businesses that create jobs for lower-
income residents and/or businesses that provide essential services to lower-income neighborhoods or
provide stability to at-risk or blighted areas through activities such as fa4ade improvements and support
for micro-enterprises. Funds may support activities that improve the skills of the local workforce,
including those unstably housed and those with special needs. Community infrastructure would be
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supported by provision and improvements such as ADA ramps, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets, parks,
playgrounds, community gardens, and street lights. Funds may provide LID assessment payments for
lower income households. Funds will be used to provide or improve public facilities, including
neighborhood centers, recreation facilities, and neighborhood beautification projects.
Public Services-Activities and projects will support public services that respond to the immediate needs
of persons in crisis and support regional efforts to meet the basic living needs of lower-income
households and individuals including persons with special needs, such as seniors and disadvantaged
youth. Activities and projects will support homeless facilities and increase housing resources that assist
homeless persons toward housing stability and self-sufficiency. Projects could also support increased
case management and a high degree of coordination among providers.
3. Evaluation of past performance
The individual cities and the Tri-Cities HOME Consortium have made significant accomplishments in the
course of implementing the last Consolidated Plan (2015-2019).This reflects strong relationships with
community partners in implementing projects beyond the capacity of any one agency.The ability to
leverage funds and to coordinate projects to make the best use of resources is essential in light of
increasing need and diminishing resources.
Neighborhoods have been improved with the addition of street lightings, curbs, gutters and sidewalks,
along with improvements to meet ADA requirements.The potential for jobs and economic development
is reflected in support provided for training and technical assistance, along with improvements to
business districts. Accomplishments also include continued support for low-income populations in the
form of services. Notably this includes support for senior citizens (meals and in-home chore services),
disadvantaged youth, and persons with disabilities. A particular accomplishment was completion of a
project to provide housing for persons with developmental disabilities. Projects also contributed to
successful transition from homelessness and emergency relief to prevent homelessness.
4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process
Steps outlined in the Citizen Participation Plan for Housing and Community Development Programs
provide opportunities for citizen involvement in the planning process and to assure that key
organizations and agencies were consulted.The Citizen Participation Plan provides for broad
involvement; public hearing, community meetings, public survey, and agency consultations. Public
hearings were held to solicit input on needs and again to solicit input on the draft Consolidated Plan and
Annual Action Plans. During the planning process,focus groups were held to gain input on types of
needs related to specific populations. Finally, numerous reports and strategic plans were reviewed and
incorporated into this Consolidated Plan.
5. Summary of public comments
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No comments were received.
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
No comments were received.
7. Summary
The Process
PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies
1. Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those
responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source
The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and
those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source.
Agency Role Name Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator PASCO Community & Economic Development
Department
Narrative
Each of the three cities receives an annual entitlement of CDBG funds for housing and community
development activities within their jurisdiction. The staff of Kennewick and Pasco Departments of
Community and Economic Development, and staff of the Richland Planning and Redevelopment
Department, each administer CDBG funds for their individual cities.
The City of Richland has been the designated lead entity for the HOME consortium. The City of Richland
Planning and Redevelopment Department administers the HOME Program for the consortium and is the
legal entity for the Consolidated Plan.The City of Kennewick and the City of Pasco support the City of
Richland in the administration of the HOME Program and in meeting the Consolidated Plan
requirements.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
City of Pasco
Angela Pitman, Block Grant Administrator
525 N Third Avenue
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 543-5739
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PR-10 Consultation
1. Introduction
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health
and service agencies (91.215(1)).
In the process of developing the 2020-2024 Consortium Consolidated Plan the Cities reached out to
organizations and agencies in a number of ways. Focused meetings were held to gain input in identified
areas, particularly housing, human services,fair housing, and emergency services/basic needs. In
addition to targeted email invitations, notices were placed in local newspapers. Well attended,the
meetings yielded valuable input.
These focused meetings had the intention of brining together organizations at different administrative
levels (government, non-profit,for-profit, etc.), including residents at-large, and create space for
conversation around a single topic to enhance understanding of the issue at-hand from other
perspectives.The Cities offered the use of government building space to ensure access to the meetings;
meetings were held over two days at the Richland and Kennewick City Buildings.
Focused scheduled meetings included: affordable housing, including supportive housing; public, human
services, including special and basic needs; code enforcement and emergency services, including first
responders; and, community infrastructure needs, provision and opportunities. Each of the three cities
worked with an advisory board in preparation of the Consolidated Plan: Housing and Community
Development Advisory Committee, City of Richland; Community Development Block Grant Advisory
Committee, City of Kennewick; and Planning Commission, City of Pasco.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children,veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness
Each of the cities works with and supports actions and priorities of the Continuum of Care (CoC),
managed by Benton & Franklin Counties Department of Human Services. Each of the cities send staff to
the regularly held CoC meetings, aimed to increase coordination and pool resources and knowledge
across the human service system in the Tri-Cities.The CoC has established three primary goals to pursue
in coordinating the homeless provider community in its efforts to end homelessness in the two counties:
• To communicate, coordinate and collaborate among providers and others in development of the
Benton and Franklin County 10-Year Homeless Housing Plan to work toward reducing
homelessness.The Plan is used in securing resources and funding pertaining to the concerns of
people who are without a safe, decent, and affordable place to live.
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• To develop and recommend the Continuum's objectives, projects and strategies to meet specific
needs that will increase housing, decrease homelessness; alter the public's perception of
homelessness; provide education,training and technical assistance to advocates, providers and
other Continuum members.
• To invite and encourage low-income/homeless individuals to participate in the planning process
through public meetings held at Community Based Organizations and/or by any other means the
Continuum may deem appropriate.
Phase II strategies of the Continuum's Action plan include a focus on:
• Implementation of a Benton-Franklin County Coordinated Entry System
• Recognizing that homelessness results from a complex set of challenges, creating more linkages
across community services, and providing comprehensive case management
• Improving outcomes and evaluating data to improve and determine effective services
• Encouraging flexibility in providing services and meeting housing needs
• Meeting the needs of currently underserved "special need" populations
Members of the Continuum meet frequently to work on these strategies and coordinate on a wide
variety of issues facing the homeless in the area. In addition, members of the Continuum are currently
active on the Steering Committee of the 33-county Balance of Washington State Continuum and are
active in the subcommittee structure.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate
outcomes, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the administration of HMIS
The Benton & Franklin Counties Department of Human Services is an active member of the Washington
Balance of State (BoS) Continuum (WA-501).The Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG)funds made available to
the Tri-Cities are allocated from the Washington BoS.The ESG Program coordination is conducted
through the Balance of State Steering Committee on a policy level and through the Department of
Commerce for administrative procedures.The Department of Commerce also staffs the HMIS system
which is essentially statewide. While staff at the local nonprofit and county Continuum level enters data
in the HMIS,they also maintain the data and prepare periodic reports on program outcomes which are
readily accessible to the Tri-Cities Continuum. At least once a year the Department consults with all ESG
stakeholders to review performance standards and obtain their input on fund allocation proposals,
policy plans and administrative procedures.
2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process
and describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service agencies and other
entities
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Table 1—Agencies,groups,organizations who participated
1 Agency/Group/Organization BENTON FRANKLIN COMMUNITY ACTION
COMMITTEE
Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
Services- Housing
Services-Children
Services-Elderly Persons
Services-Persons with Disabilities
Services-Persons with HIV/AIDS
Services-homeless
Services-Health
Services-Employment
Service-Fair Housing
Regional organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homeless Needs -Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
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2 Agency/Group/Organization CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
Services- Housing
Services-Children
Services-Elderly Persons
Services-Persons with Disabilities
Services-Persons with HIV/AIDS
Services-homeless
Services-Health
Services-Employment
Service-Fair Housing
Regional organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homeless Needs -Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
3 Agency/Group/Organization TRI-COUNTY PARTNERS HABITAT FOR
HUMANITY
Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
Services- Housing
Regional organization
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What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
4 Agency/Group/Organization Housing Authority City of Kennewick
Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
PHA
Services- Housing
Service-Fair Housing
Other government- Local
Planning organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
5 Agency/Group/Organization HOUSING AUTHORITY OF PASCO AND
FRANKLIN COUNTY
Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
PHA
Services- Housing
Regional organization
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What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated documentation and housing plans
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
6 Agency/Group/Organization BENTON FRANKLIN CONTINUUM OF CARE
Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
Services-homeless
Regional organization
Planning organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs -Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs-Veterans
Homelessness Needs- Unaccompanied
youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups and documentation
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
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7 Agency/Group/Organization Benton Franklin Counties Department of
Human Services
Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
Services- Housing
Services-Children
Services-Elderly Persons
Services-Persons with Disabilities
Services-Persons with HIV/AIDS
Services-Victims of Domestic Violence
Services-homeless
Services-Health
Services-Education
Other government- County
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
8 Agency/Group/Organization DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES OF BENTON
AND FRANKLIN COUNTIES
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services- Housing
Services-Elderly Persons
Services-Persons with Disabilities
Services-Victims of Domestic Violence
Services-Health
Services-Education
Services-Employment
Services-Victims
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What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
9 Agency/Group/Organization City of Pasco Planning Department
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services- Housing
Services-Persons with Disabilities
Other government- Local
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Economic Development
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups and interviews
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
10 Agency/Group/Organization Greater Columbia Accountable Community
of Health
Agency/Group/Organization Type Health Agency
Regional organization
Planning organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Economic Development
Community development
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
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11 Agency/Group/Organization Kadlec
Agency/Group/Organization Type Health Agency
Publicly Funded Institution/System of Care
Regional organization
Planning organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Economic Development
Community development
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
12 Agency/Group/Organization City of Pasco Administrative and Community
Services
Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
Other government- Local
Planning organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Economic Development
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups and interviews
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
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13 Agency/Group/Organization City of Pasco Community and Economic
Development
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government- Local
Planning organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs -Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs-Veterans
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Economic Development
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Individual interview
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
14 Agency/Group/Organization Northwest Justice Project
Agency/Group/Organization Type Regional organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs -Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs-Veterans
How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated Focus groups
outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
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Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
No agencies involved in housing or community development were intentionally excluded from consultation. Every effort was made to ensure
advance publication of meetings and opportunities to contribute. Similarly,those agencies that were unable to attend any in-person meeting
were invited to hold individual interviews and/or submit any comments/feedback via email. Also, all stakeholders and organizations were invited
to take part in the community-wide online survey.
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan
overlap with the goals of each plan?
Continuum of Care Benton Franklin Counties Department of Human
Services
Comprehensive Plan City of Pasco
Table 2—Other local/regional/federal planning efforts
Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and any adjacent units of general local
government, in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan (91.215(1))
Tri-Cities CDBG and HOME staff worked with a variety of nonprofit and governmental agencies during planning, proposal, and implementation of
funded projects. While the City of Richland is the lead entity, it relies heavily on the staff in Kennewick and Pasco for support in implementing
and reporting on HOME program activities. Each city is responsible for all functions of its CDBG program.
In addition to this and interdepartmental working relationships, Benton Franklin Community Action Connections (CAC),TRIDEC, Continuum of
Care, Council of Governments, and several nonprofit agencies work in all three cities, improving the effectiveness of coordination and
efficiencies.The three cities are in close geographic proximity, sharing both issues and opportunities, despite sitting in two counties. Nonprofit
organizations and agencies commonly provide services across the region and participate in committees crossing jurisdictional lines.
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The Commissioners of the Housing Authorities are appointed by the City Councils.There is a close working relationship with the Housing
Authorities, some of whom have used HOME and CDBG funds for housing development activities and whose residents have benefitted from
public services delivered by the area's nonprofit agencies.PR-15 Citizen Participation -91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c)
PR-15 Citizen Participation
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting
The Cities have consistently used their relationships with faith-based and nonprofit organizations, and local coalitions to obtain input on needs in
the community and proposed activities. Efforts to reach out, particularly to populations potentially served by CDBG and HOME programs, were
made in several ways. Focused meetings were conducted to obtain input on needs and the strategic plan as it was developed. In addition to
individual invitations, notices of meetings were publicized in advance and citizens with an interest in commenting were encouraged to attend.
Notices of meetings were published in the Tri-City Herold and in Spanish in to Decides.
A community-wide survey, including all three cities was held open for two months through Survey Monkey.The survey was disseminated
through online channels such as Facebook and City websites.The planning process also incorporated needs assessments and strategic plans of
agencies, including the Housing Authorities and key implementing agencies, and local governments.
Citizens and agencies in each of the cities were encouraged to comment on needs including at public hearings held in each city.The community
was notified through newspaper advertisements of the availability of the draft Tri-Cities Consortium Consolidated Plan for review.The draft Plan
was distributed to the Kennewick Housing Authority and the Housing Authority of the City of Pasco and Franklin County, made available on the
website of each city and at each City Hall, and made available at libraries in Kennewick, Pasco and Richland.
A total of six(6)focus groups were held on a variety of topics.The meeting locations were at the Richland City building as well as the Kennewick
City Building. All invitees were also invited to participate in the online survey, as well as conduct an individual interview if they were unable to
attend the meeting in-person.The meeting topics, dates, and locations are listed below:
• Community and Economic Development—June 26 @ Richland City Building
• Public Facilities/Public Works—June 26 @ Richland City Building
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• Fair Housing& Housing Issues for At-Risk Populations—June 26 @ Richland City Building
• Homelessness&CoC—June 27 @ Kennewick City Building
• Public Housing—June 27 @ Kennewick City Building
• Homelessness &Social Services—June 27 @ Kennewick City Building
• Affordable Housing—June 27 @ Kennewick City Building
All meetings had targeted invite lists as well as being made available to the public.
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments
response/attendance comments received not accepted
and reasons
1 Public Meeting Minorities Some attendees
received targeted
Non-English email invites and the
Speaking-Specify meeting was also
other language: made public via social
Spanish media. All focus
groups were well
Persons with attended,with ten to
disabilities twenty attendees per
meeting.
Non-
targeted/broad
community
Residents of Public
and Assisted
Housing
2 Internet Outreach Non- The priority needs
targeted/broad community survey
community was disseminated
through online
channels-social
media and city
websites.
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Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments
response/attendance comments received not accepted
and reasons
3 Public Hearing Minorities Public hearing on
needs and goals
Non-English
Speaking-Specify
other language:
Spanish
Persons with
disabilities
Non-
targeted/broad
community
Residents of Public
and Assisted
Housing
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Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments
response/attendance comments received not accepted
and reasons
4 Public Hearing Minorities Public hearing on the
proposed
Non-English Consolidated Plan
Speaking-Specify and Annual Action
other language: Plan.
Spanish
Persons with
disabilities
Non-
targeted/broad
community
Residents of Public
and Assisted
Housing
Table 3—Citizen Participation Outreach
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Needs Assessment
NA-05 Overview
Needs Assessment Overview
The Needs Assessment examines needs related to affordable housing, special needs housing,
community development and homelessness for the Tri-Cities (Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco).The
Needs Assessment includes the following sections:
• Housing Needs Assessment
• Disproportionately Greater Need
• Public Housing
• Homeless Needs Assessment
• Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment
• Non-Housing Community Development Needs
The Needs Assessment identifies those needs with the highest priorities which form the basis for the
Strategic Plan section and the programs and projects to be administered.
The housing portion of the needs assessment focuses largely on households experiencing a housing
problem. HUD defines housing problems as:
• Units lacking complete kitchen facilities;
• Units lacking complete bathroom facilities;
• Housing cost burden of more than 30 percent of the household income (for renters, housing
costs include rent paid by the tenant plus utilities and for owners, housing costs include
mortgage payments,taxes, insurance, and utilities); and
• Overcrowding which is defined as more than one person per room, not including bathrooms,
porches,foyers, halls, or half-rooms.
Two housing and community development entitlement programs, CDBG and HOME, operate under
federally-established income limits.
Generally,very-low income refers to incomes at or below 30 percent of AMI; low-income refers to
incomes between 31 and 50 percent of AMI; moderate-income refers to incomes between 51 and 80
percent of AMI; all adjusted for family size. The CDBG and HOME programs target low-and moderate-
income beneficiaries; except that HOME rental activities can benefit those with income up to 60%of
AMI. ESG activities are assumed to benefit low-and moderate-income persons.
The following table provides the current income limits subject to annual adjustments by HUD.
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Household 30% of Median 509 of Median 80% of Median
Size Very Low Income Lore Incorn00 Moderate Income
1 $16,400 $27,300 $32,760 $43,700
2 $18,750 $31,200 $37,440 $49,950
3 $21,100 $35,100 $42,120 $56,200
4 $23,400 $39,000 $46,900 $62,400
5 $25,300 $42,150 $50,580 $67,400
6 $27,150 $45,250 $54,300 $72,400
7 $29,050 $48,400 $58,080 $77,400
8 1 $30,900 1 $51,5001 $61,800 1 $82,400
Source_ U_S.Deportment of H using and Urban Developmenr(HUD)effective lane 28,2010
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NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Facilities:
1. Renovation and upgrades to parks and playground facilities: Benton-Franklin Community
Health Alliance: Community Health Needs Assessment for Benton and Franklin Counties 2012
identified obesity as a major health concern and made recommendations to improve
community health.These include alternative transportation (bikes, walking) and safe
environments in which to do so.This is consistent with plans in the Tri-Cities to install or
improve paths and alternative transportation routes. A major asset of all three communities is
the riverfront park area. All three communities are making efforts to greatly improve access and
use this as a major urban community park system.
2. Improvements to or expansion of facilities owned and/or operated by nonprofit organizations
serving vulnerable populations: While discussed in the section on homelessness,facilities to
more appropriately prevent and intervene continue to be a high priority need in the Tri-Cities.
These include homeless shelters, hygiene centers, crisis response facilities, day facilities and
detoxification facilities.
How were these needs determined?
Existing local and regional plans helped identify needs and were complemented by resident surveys and
stakeholder focus groups.
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Improvements:
1. Park improvement and expansion: Park improvements and facilities in lower income
neighborhoods, particularly those which support youth activities, were identified as needs by
those interviewed in developing this Consolidated Plan. Options for youth are needed, both
programs and facilities, to engage in positive recreation and employment.
2. Water/sewer improvements:The Benton-Franklin County Health District consider
environmental health problems in the region associated with nitrates in water, particularly well
water.
3. Street,sidewalk and curb improvements:The Tri-Cities continue to identify street and sidewalk
improvements as "high" priority needs. Streets in several areas of all three cities lack sidewalks,
curbs and gutters, and adequate lighting.All three cities continue to upgrade the most critical
neighborhood streets—those with safety issues, particularly for children,the elderly and people
with disabilities. Cities are also working to improve accessibility by making street crossings/curbs
fully accessible.
How were these needs determined?
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Existing local and regional plans helped identify needs and were complemented by resident surveys and
stakeholder focus groups.
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Services:
1. Mental Health: continues to be among the top priority need in the Tri-Cities.The crisis response
center at Lourdes Health Network
2. Substance abuse: Often aligned with mental health is the need for substance abuse services.
Cycling persons with these needs in and out of courts and jails in not an affective or suitable
plan of action.
3. Job training including training appropriate for trainees (job readiness).There is a need for
additional job skills training for youth,for seniors still needing to work,for people with
disabilities, for people marginally employed, for refugees with limited skills, and for people
transitioning to self-sufficiency (victims of domestic violence, returning veterans, people
released from institutions). It was suggested that job training be matched to current skills (e.g.,
farm tractor driving to equipment operator).
4. Homeless supportive services: Persons who were formerly homeless but are living in
permanent supportive housing need robust social services to successfully remain in their
housing.
5. Senior Services: Nutrition services are especially needed for seniors aging in-place.
6. Language services are needed by a growing Hispanic population; the presence of other cultures
was noted as well.
7. Public transportation:Job training and other services can be inaccessible because of limited
access to public transportation, especially given increasing regionalization of job training
services.The region needs improved public transit routes and hours of service; in addition,there
is a continuing concern for social isolation.
8. Youth Services is a high priority need in all three jurisdictions.
How were these needs determined?
Existing local and regional plans helped identify needs and were complemented by resident surveys and
stakeholder focus groups.
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Housing Market Analysis
MA-05 Overview
Housing Market Analysis Overview:
In 2013-2017,the Tri-Cities had 70,819 housing units that were occupied or had people living in them,
while the remaining 3,604 were vacant.The figure below highlights the owner occupancy rate for the
HUD jurisdictions. Of the occupied housing units, the percentage of these houses occupied by owners
(also known as the homeownership rate)was 64.6 percent while renters occupied 34.4 percent.The
average household size of owner-occupied houses was 2.88 and in renter-occupied houses it was 2.82.
12.9 percent of householders of these occupied houses had moved into their house since 2015,
while 4.0 percent moved into their house in 1979 or earlier. Households without a vehicle available for
personal use comprised 5.4 percent and another 27.5 percent had three or more vehicles available for
use.
There is still a lot of land available in the Tri-Cities despite the many new residential and commercial
development in recent years. Pasco continues to lead with a considerable amount of diversified types of
housing including single family homes. Single family homes continue to be the largest share of product
in all three housing markets.A barrier to increased diversification in product type continues to be the
lack of land zoned for multifamily units and land readily available and primed for such development in
already developed areas. Extensions of infrastructure in new areas may offer more opportunities for
such development.This will be key in meeting the need for targeting lower-income households seeking
opportunities for residence in subsidized units.
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MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets
Introduction
The tables below reflect labor force data, including the number employed and the unemployment rate
in the civilian labor force, and the number of people employed in various occupation sectors.
The tables also illustrate that most workers—79%- commute less than 30 minutes to work daily.This is
a quality of life factor that is an aspect of the growth trend of the region.
Economic Development Market Analysis
Business Activity
Business by Sector Number of Number of Share of Share of Jobs less
Workers Jobs Workers Jobs workers
Agriculture, Mining, Oil &Gas Extraction 3,347 1,244 16 7 -9
Arts, Entertainment,Accommodations 2,330 2,096 11 12 1
Construction 1,435 1,339 7 1 8 1
Education and Health Care Services 3,361 2,655 16 16 0
Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate 855 577 4 3 -1
Information 234 88 1 1 0
Manufacturing 2,768 2,369 13 14 1
Other Services 556 560 3 3 0
Professional, Scientific, Management
Services 1,413 345 7 2 -5
Public Administration 12 0 0 0 0
Retail Trade 3,081 2,974 15 18 3
Transportation and Warehousing 802 1,143 4 7 3
Wholesale Trade 1,041 1,446 5 9 4
Total 21,235 16,836 -- --Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS(Workers),2015 Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics(Jobs)
Labor Force
Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force 31,470
Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over 29,145
Unemployment Rate 7.33
Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24 19.02
Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-65 4.59
Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS
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Occupations by Sector Number of
People
Management, business and
financial 4,325
Farming,fisheries and forestry
occupations 2,040
Service 3,495
Sales and office 5,400
Construction, extraction,
maintenance and repair 5,955
Production,transportation and
material moving 2,220
Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS
Travel Time
Travel Time Number Percentage
<30 Minutes 22,500 80%
30-59 Minutes 4,140 15%
60 or More Minutes 1,365 5%
Tota/ 28,005 100%
Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS
Education:
Educational Attainment by Employment Status (Population 16 and Older)
Educational Attainment In Labor Force
Civilian Employed Unemployed Not in Labor Force
Less than high school graduate 6,530 470 2,250
High school graduate (includes
equivalency) 6,250 435 1,995
Some college or Associate's
degree 6,970 350 2,285
Bachelor's degree or higher 4,140 245 770
Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS
Educational Attainment by Age
Age
18-24 yrs 25-34 yrs 35-44 yrs 45-65 yrs 65+yrs
Less than 9th grade 460 1,345 2,080 2,470 1,015
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Age
18-24 yrs 25-34 yrs 35-44 yrs 45-65 yrs 65+yrs
9th to 12th grade, no diploma 1,425 1,420 1,065 850 250
High school graduate, GED, or
alternative 2,715 3,315 2,010 3,365 1,458
Some college, no degree 1,575 1,870 1,460 3,160 825
Associate's degree 505 980 880 1,290 294
Bachelor's degree 170 1,635 745 1,145 555
Graduate or professional degree 25 475 530 650 325
Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS
Educational Attainment- Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Educational Attainment Median Earnings in the
Past 12 Months
Less than high school graduate 46,363
High school graduate (includes
equivalency) 62,335
Some college or Associate's
degree 76,149
Bachelor's degree 109,323
Graduate or professional degree 108,555
Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS
Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors within
your jurisdiction?
The major employment sectors in the Tri-Cities are Education and Health Care Services, retail trade, and
professional, scientific, and management services.
Below are the thirteen employers with over 1,000 employees in the region:
1. Batelle/Pacific Northwest National Laboratory(4,500 employees)
2. Kadlec Regional Medical Center (3,532 employees)
3. Lamb Weston (3,000 employees)
4. Bechtel National (2,943 employees)
5. Kennewick School District (2,336 employees)
6. Washington River Protection Solutions (2,129 employees)
7. Pasco School District (2,015 employees)
8. Mission Support Alliance, LLC (1,902 employees)
9. CH2M (1,682 employees)
10. Richland School District (1,500 employees)
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11. Tyson Foods (1,300 employees)
12. Trios Health (1,268 employees)
13. Energy Northwest (1,100 employees)
The three school districts combine to account for 5,851 jobs (6%of the entire labor force).The other big
employers above are in the science, education, and health care services.
Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community:
In late 2018,the Tri-Cities region experienced its lowest unemployment rate in 28 years at 4.1 percent.
This extremely low rate comes with some economic realities, as explained by Carl Adrian,the President
and CEO of TRIDEC (Tri-City Economic Development Council).Adrian indicates in the Tri-City Herald that
this economic reality typically points to employers to increasing wages in some areas while relaxing
experience requirements in some areas. Because many sectors are growing, it is expected that the
workforce will need to continue to keep pace with education and experience requirements to fill the job
openings in the area. Often the risk of a hot job market is two-fold: increased housing costs and
increased job competition as wages rise.
Describe any current workforce training initiatives, including those supported by Workforce
Investment Boards, community colleges and other organizations. Describe how these efforts
will support the jurisdiction's Consolidated Plan.
There are a number of initiatives and programs to develop the workforce in the Tri-Cities and to prepare
for changing industries. Washington State University,Tri-Cities (WSUTC) offers, in addition to 4-year
degrees and professional programs, specialized course work at the Bio-Products, Science and
Engineering Laboratory(BSEL) which was developed in partnership with the Pacific Northwest National
Laboratory (PNNL).This is industry-targeted as are other programs offered, such as the program in
viticulture and enology.
Columbia Basin College (CBC) in Pasco offers a number of workforce programs targeted to trades,
business, health care, and public services. While programs are available and affordable,there is a need
to reach out in a more coordinated way to potential students and the business community, as there is
for a central information system.The High School Academy at CBC recruits youth ages 16 to 20 to
achieve a high school diploma and advanced career training.The initiative is the result of a partnership
with schools,the Fast Forward Program (Boys and Girls Club), the Benton Franklin Juvenile Justice
Center and community agencies.
The Small Business Development Center(SBDC) at TRIDEC helps start-up companies and small
businesses.The Center is a partnership with Columbia Basin College, WSUTC, US Small Business
Administration, and local and regional governments in providing support and training for businesses.
The Pasco Specialty Kitchen focuses on goods-based business development.The fully equipped and
licensed kitchen, partially funded by the US Department of Commerce, Economic Development
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Administration, supports developing businesses and provides training and other support. The Specialty
Kitchen and Farmer's Market are projects supported by the Downtown Pasco Development Authority.
Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
(CEDS)?
Yes
If so, what economic development initiatives are you undertaking that may be coordinated
with the Consolidated Plan? If not, describe other local/regional plans or initiatives that
impact economic growth.
The CFDS was updated in 2017, it is managed by the Benton Franklin Economic Development District
and the CFDS Committee. The participants, including all TriCities HUD entitlement juridictions, will strive
to:
• Encourage healthy growth of a resilient and diverse economy by providing family wage jobs
through new business attraction and retentions and development of the infrastructure
necessary to encourage and achieve this
• Nurture a thriving environment for entrepreneurial business creation through greater
collaboration, innovation, and access to capital
• Support and protect the current industry clusters and their related natural and financial
resources
• Expand educational and training oppoirtunities and community amenities to attract, uplift, and
retain families and youth
MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion
Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated?
(include a definition of "concentration")
There are numerous sites with mobile homes in which conditions are poor. Older areas in the region
contain housing built at the time of incorporation or shortly thereafter that undoubtedly present
opportunities for rehabilitation. These may span entire neighborhoods, however, particularly in the
eastern portions of the cities (those areas developed earliest). The cities have an eye on improving
neighborhoods as resources allow.
Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low-income
families are concentrated? (include a definition of"concentration")
According to 2010 Census data, there are three (3) Racial/Ethnic Concentrated Areas of Poverty
(R/FCAP) within the Tri-Cities region.
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These R/ECAP census tracts are defined as: Census tracts where more than half the population is non-
White and 40%or more of the population is in poverty OR where the poverty rate is greater than three
times the average poverty rate in the area.
See the map attached to the last prompt on the MA-50 screen.
What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods?
The markets in these areas are typically homes valued lower than the regional median. Similarly,the
rent in these are is less than areas with more immediate access to economic and educational
opportunities.
Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods?
Community centers and faith-based places are community assets in neighborhoods across the Tri-Cities.
These community assets are vitally important within market areas that have home values and rents
below the regional median.
Are there other strategic opportunities in any of these areas?
Leveraging community assets, encouraging the inclusive development in these areas will be important
to the improvement of these areas. Each city has a Comprehensive Plan that addresses development in
neighborhoods across the entire jurisdiction.
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Strategic Plan
SP-05 Overview
Strategic Plan Overview
As each of the three cities share a common set of goals and directions for meeting the community
development and affordable housing needs of lower income persons,the cities collaboratively prepared
the 2020-2024 Consortium Consolidated Plan.The Plan provides the community with an assessment of
needs and market conditions, establishes priority needs, set goals to respond to the identified needs,
and establishes outcome measures for the Strategic Plan and Annual Action Plans.The City anticipates
for planning purposes that the CDBG and HOME Programs will be federally funded at 2019 levels.
However,this is difficult to project as the past several years have seen major funding reductions in these
two federal programs.
This five-year strategic plan sets the framework for projects and activities in the Tri-Cities over the next
five years.Three priority needs were determined:
• The need for affordable housing creation, preservation, access and choice
• The need for community, neighborhood and economic development
• The need for homeless intervention and prevention, and supportive public services
SP-10 Geographic Priorities
General Allocation Priorities
Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the state
There are no specific geographic priority areas established in this Consolidated Plan. All funds will be
utilized in eligible areas city-wide.
The cities will also continue to take advantage of opportunities to improve downtown areas, particularly
in deteriorated areas,to attract and promote businesses that will potentially result in jobs for lower
income residents. Each city is concerned with the vitality and viability of their downtowns, including
promoting mixed-use development and mixed-income housing.All three cities have and will continue to
focus local and other resources on rebuilding the downtown areas.
A priority for all three cities is building the infrastructure in low-and moderate-income neighborhoods,
focusing on sidewalks, curbs and gutters, park improvements and improvements to bring neighborhoods
into ADA compliance.
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SP-25 Priority Needs
Priority Needs
Table 4—Priority Needs Summary
1 Priority Need Affordable Housing Choice
Name
Priority Level High
Population Extremely Low
Low
Moderate
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Public Housing Residents
Individuals
Families with Children
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families
Victims of Domestic Violence
Geographic
Areas
Affected
Associated Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice
Goals
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Description Affordable housing is a priority need in the Tri-Cities, particularly for lower-income
households who may be at-risk of homelessness, living in unsafe or overcrowded
conditions, or struggling to make ends meet.The majority of renter and owner
households with incomes at or below 30%of Area Median Income (AMI) were
burdened by housing costs, most frequently costs in excess of 50%of household
income.There is a growing population of seniors in the cities who will be looking
for housing that can accommodate their changing needs, including lower cost
housing. Stakeholders and others interviewed for this Consolidated Plan identified
lack of affordable housing as a significant barrier to self-sufficiency for several
populations. The waiting lists maintained by Housing Authorities are another
indication of the need for affordable housing.
While housing in the Tri-Cities is relatively more affordable than many other areas
in Washington, it is not the case for households with low-incomes. Maintenance of
units can be a challenge for owner-households and landlords may lack the incentive
to maintain units, which,without intervention, would necessitate tenants living in
substandard conditions. Neighborhoods are changed for the worse by deteriorating
conditions.
Basis for Increasing and preserving affordable housing was a seminal outcome of public
Relative outreach for this Consolidated Plan.This is particularly true for those households at
Priority or below 80%AMI.
Safe and affordable housing is a high need for all residents, particularly as the City's
population continues to grow. The Needs Assessment and Market Analysis show
that many Tri-City residents are cost burdened, in particular renters and elderly.
Overcrowding has also been identified as a problem. Maintaining and improving
existing affordable housing helps to minimize sharing of dwelling units by multiple
families and assists efforts to prevent homelessness.
2 Priority Need Community and Economic Development
Name
Priority Level High
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Population Extremely Low
Low
Moderate
Middle
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Public Housing Residents
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families
Non-housing Community Development
Geographic
Areas
Affected
Associated Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development
Goals
Description There is a substantial need for continued revitalization of older neighborhoods and
downtown spaces in each of the cities, including the removal of architectural
barriers. Public parks continue to see increased use and demand, and therefore
require maintenance and upkeep support.
Basis for During public outreach for this Consolidated Plan, public infrastructure and public
Relative facilities were identified as critical needs behind affordable housing.As the cities
Priority continue to grow,there is increased pressure on infrastructure and to keep pace
with economic growth,the cities must invest in these non-housing community
development projects to attract new businesses and maintain a high quality of life
for residents.
3 Priority Need Public Services
Name
Priority Level High
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Population Extremely Low
Low
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Public Housing Residents
Chronic Homelessness
Individuals
Families with Children
Mentally III
Chronic Substance Abuse
veterans
Persons with HIV/AIDS
Victims of Domestic Violence
Unaccompanied Youth
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families
Victims of Domestic Violence
Geographic
Areas
Affected
Associated Homeless Intervention and Public Services
Goals
Description There are many more individuals and families at risk of homelessness because of
lack of affordable housing and support services that would help them toward self-
sufficiency. Lack of mental health support services was noted as a significant
problem in the Tri-Cities, particularly for those with untreated serious mental
illness. Services for vulnerable non-homeless populations are also critical, to
maintain self-sufficiency and wellbeing.
Basis for Public outreach identified homelessness as closely linked to affordable housing,
Relative often intertangling the two issues. Social services for individuals and families
Priority experiencing homelessness is a high need. Often, social service providers are
struggling to stay financially stable while still trying to meet the increasing demands
for their services.
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SP-35 Anticipated Resources
Introduction
As each of the three cities share a common set of goals and directions for meeting the community development and affordable housing needs of
lower income persons, the cities collaboratively prepared the 2020-2024 Consortium Consolidated Plan.The Plan provides the community with
an assessment of needs and market conditions, establishes priority needs, set goals to respond to the identified needs, and establishes outcome
measures for the Strategic Plan and Annual Action Plans.The City anticipates for planning purposes that the CDBG and HOME Programs will be
federally funded at 2019 levels.These funding projections are difficult to make given the fluctuations of funding for both the CDBG and HOME
programs over the past several years.
Anticipated Resources
Program Source Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative Description
of Funds Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount
Allocation: Income: Resources: $ Available
$ $ $ Remainder
of ConPlan
CDBG public- Acquisition CDBG funds leverage local, state, and
federal Admin and federal funds. Agencies are able to
Planning combine funding sources in order to
Economic provide a wider range of services to the
Development community.
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services 704,340 0 0 704,340 2,817,360
Table 5-Anticipated Resources
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how
matching requirements will be satisfied
CDBG and HOME funds are important resources in the community and used in conjunction with local, state, other federal and private funds to
support housing and other projects. Each of the cities is supportive of efforts by other organizations to obtain funding for projects to address
needs and goals outlined in this plan and in meeting needs in the Tri-Cities. Cities also assist community organizations in strategizing, applying
for, accessing, and developing new resources and partnerships. CDBG and HOME funds are frequently used to leverage local, state and federal
funds such as United Way, Washington State Housing Trust Funds, Emergency Solutions Grant, housing and homeless funds generated by
recording feed and county or city general funds.
Each city, as a HOME Consortium participant, is required to match HOME funds. That match is met using city general funds or other non-federal
funds, land made available at reduced cost (below appraised value), in the form of reduced financing fees from lenders and appraisers, grants
for affordable housing from nonfederal sources, donated construction/housing materials and volunteer labor.
If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the state that may be used to address the needs
identified in the plan
Not applicable
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SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure
Explain the institutional structure through which the jurisdiction will carry out its consolidated plan
including private industry, non-profit organizations, and public institutions.
Responsible Entity Responsible Entity Role Geographic Area Served
Type
City of Pasco Government Economic Jurisdiction
Community and Development
Economic Development Homelessness
Non-homeless special
needs
Ownership
Planning
Rental
neighborhood
improvements
public facilities
public services
Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System
Tri-Cities CDBG and HOME staff works with a variety of nonprofit and governmental agencies during the
planning, project proposal, and implementation stages of the programs. While the City of Richland is the
lead entity, it relies heavily on the staff of the other two cities for support in the HOME program. Each
city is responsible for all functions of its CDBG Program. A primary strength of the Tri-Cities consortium
is the close working relationship between the cities as well as between the departments charged with
administering the HUD programs. In turn, agencies such as Benton Franklin Community Action
Connections, TRIDEC, the Benton Franklin Continuum of Care, Benton Franklin Council of Governments,
and several nonprofit agencies work in all three cities, improving the effectiveness of coordination and
efficiencies. The fact that the three cities are in close proximity, with common issues and opportunities,
provides a basis for cooperation and shared understanding.
Staff of the cities and representatives of nonprofit services and housing agencies participate on
committees crossing jurisdictional lines. This includes the Continuum of Care and the Benton Franklin
Human Services Department. Staff of the three cities have developed and coordinated standardized
reporting forms to reduce administrative burdens placed on recipients.
The Commissioners of each of the Housing Authorities are appointed by the City Councils of each of the
cities.There is a close working relationship with the Housing Authorities, some of whom have used
HOME and CDBG funds for assisted housing development activities and whose residents have benefitted
from public services delivered by the area's nonprofit agencies. A limitation on cooperative efforts is the
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lack of new federal resources available to the Housing Authorities that could be used to supplement
HOME and CDBG funds.
The cities have consistently used their relationships with local groups that include representatives of
faith-based organizations, nonprofit organizations and local coalitions to obtain input on needs in the
community and proposed activities.The overarching challenge is lack of resources, including limited
staffing and administrative capacity to take on responsibilities that are required of handling federal
funds.
Nonprofit agencies,the Housing Authorities, and other providers are facing the same challenges. Still,
steps have been taken to coordinate services, increase efficiencies, and reduce duplication.This is
becoming increasingly important as the Tri-Cities are continues to grow substantially in all areas and
economic brackets. A significant step for providers is the Coordinated Entry System (CES), an effective
tool in appropriate connection of homeless persons with housing and services in the Tri-Cities.Although
the CES is still somewhat new to the CoC, it is taking the responsibility seriously and working on
relationships with community partners to enhance its effectiveness.
Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream
services
Homelessness Prevention Available in the Targeted to Targeted to People
Services Community Homeless with HIV
Homelessness Prevention Services
Counseling/Advocacy X X X
Legal Assistance X X
Mortgage Assistance X
Rental Assistance X X X
Utilities Assistance X X
Street Outreach Services
Law Enforcement
Mobile Clinics
Other Street Outreach Services X X
Supportive Services
Alcohol & Drug Abuse X X X
Child Care X X
Education X X X
Employment and Employment
Training X X X
Healthcare X X X
HIV/AIDS X X X
Life Skills X X X
Mental Health Counseling X X X
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Supportive Services
Transportation X X X
Other
X X X
Describe how the service delivery system including, but not limited to,the services listed
above meet the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and
families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth)
There is an array of services available throughout the Tri-Cities,with most service providers service area
being the Tri-Cities as a whole and not a single city within the Consortium.
The exception is street outreach services from law enforcement and mobile clinics. Most of these
services are targeted to people who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness.
Describe the strengths and gaps of the service delivery system for special needs population
and persons experiencing homelessness, including, but not limited to, the services listed
above
The strength of the service delivery system is the close relationship between providers and funders,
particularly in addressing homelessness and those at risk of being homeless.The Coordinated Entry
System, with shared data, is a substantial achievement in improving services and cross-system
efficiencies. Housing First and a focus on a systems approach to case management reduces and works to
minimize returns to homelessness for families and individuals.
Given the Tri-Cities region substantial growth and thus increased demand for services, services providers
are often spread thin. The gaps noted in the update of the Benton-Franklin 10-Year Plan to End
Homelessness, Phase II identified three major gap areas,these gaps were also identified in stakeholder
meetings and consultations for this plan. In the area of services,there is an increased demand for case
management and rental assistance. Rental assistance was often cited as an unmet need; however a
similar need of security deposit and first/last month's rent was noted as a significant barrier to those
households that may have income but not enough cash on hand to get into a stable housing situation. In
relationship to housing,there is a need for additional transitional housing for all homeless populations
with intense case management, shelter for youth, and for affordable permanent housing at all income
levels. Looking at the system as a whole, there is need for a centralized client intake, assessment and
referral system for all homeless populations. Progress has been made toward meeting this gap.There is
a Coordinated Entry System (CES) in place, and it is continuing to develop relationships and trust with its
partners.
In addition, stakeholders interviewed in the planning process for this Consolidated Plan identified needs
for services and housing for persons with serious mental illness; persons with substance abuse; persons
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with developmental disabilities; ex-felons;families and homeless teens; and, for the full range of
services for seniors from housing through nursing care. Stakeholders also identified the need to
increase/improve coordination among housing and service providers. Given that there is a single point
of entry to the CES, additional coordination and communication among organizations will work to
increase the effectiveness of providing services to those special needs populations throughout the Tri-
Cities.
Tri-Cities residents who are most vulnerable are those with income below 50%AMI. Without sufficient
income to absorb unexpected costs, what most may view as a minor setback may become critical for
those households with very low income. For the working poor, childcare, health costs, transportation,
food and housing/utilities compete for scarce dollars.Violence in the home, untreated serious mental
illness and untreated substance abuse are circumstances demanding focused and sustained support
which is not universally available.
Provide a summary of the strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure and
service delivery system for carrying out a strategy to address priority needs
The cities will continue to participate in cross-jurisdictional efforts to improve the institutional structure
and reduce gaps in the service system.This includes participation in the Benton Franklin Continuum of
Care, Benton Franklin Human Services Department, involvement with Housing Authorities, and
continued efforts to foster cooperation and focused coordination of funding and administrative efforts.
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SP-45 Goals
Goals Summary Information
Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Funding Goal
Order Year Year Area Addressed Outcome
Indicator
1 Increase and 2020 2024 Affordable Affordable
Preserve Housing Housing
Affordable Choice
Housing Choice
2 Community, 2020 2024 Non-Housing Community
Neighborhood, Community and Economic
and Economic Development Development
Development
3 Homeless 2020 2024 Homeless Public Services
Intervention and Non-Homeless
Public Services Special Needs
Goal Descriptions
1 Goal Name Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice
Goal Expand the supply of affordable housing units by developing owner and renter-
Description occupied housing, including acquisition and rehabilitation. Provide financial
assistance to local housing development organizations to increase the supply of
affordable housing. Funds will sustain or improve the quality of existing affordable
housing stock, such as rehabilitation of housing, eligible code enforcement tasks,
energy efficiency/weatherization improvements, removal of spot blight conditions,
and ADA improvements. Funds will increase community awareness of lead-paint
hazards and assist with testing for lead hazards. Provide homeownership
opportunities through such activities as gap financing, down payment assistance and
infill ownership.
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2 Goal Name Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development
Goal Support for businesses that create jobs for lower-income residents and/or businesses
Description that provide essential services to lower-income neighborhoods or provide stability to
at-risk or blighted areas through activities such as fagade improvements and support
for micro-enterprises. Funds may support activities that improve the skills of the local
workforce, including those with special needs. Improve community infrastructure by
provision and improvements such as ADA ramps, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets,
parks, playgrounds, community gardens, and streetlights. Funds may provide LID
assessment payments for lower income households. Funds will be used to provide or
improve public facilities, including neighborhood centers, recreation facilities, and
neighborhood beautification projects.
3 Goal Name Homeless Intervention and Public Services
Goal Funds will be used to support public services that respond to the immediate needs of
Description persons in crisis and that support regional efforts to meet the basic living needs of
lower-income households and individuals including persons with special needs,
seniors, and disadvantaged youth. Support homeless facilities and increase housing
resources that assist homeless persons toward housing stability and self-sufficiency.
Support increased case management and a high degree of coordination among
providers.
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SP-65 Lead-based Paint Hazards
Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards
A substantial share of housing in each of the three cities is older and more at risk of having lead-paint
hazards, which is particularly true of older units in poor maintenance, such as those in lower-income
neighborhoods.The Market Analysis shows that nearly half of renter and owners in each city are
currently living in homes built before 1980.
Each city will continue to create community awareness as an important component of reducing lead
hazards. Education efforts focus on actions to take when rehabilitating or remodeling a home and steps
to take if exposure to lead hazards is suspected. Each city will make those materials easily available in
pamphlet form, via available links on websites, and in planning and building departments.All materials
may be made available in several languages.The cities actively promote safe work practices and
information for residents and contractors.
How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures?
The cities use Lead-based Paint(LBP) Safe Checklists to evaluate applicability of the lead safe housing
rule to projects funded with CDBG and HOME funds.The cities work with approved contractors to
perform testing to identify lead based-paint hazards and will assure compliance after remediation work
through risk assessments and clearance exams.
The City of Richland reduces the cost burden to lower income households by paying for extensive testing
to identify lead hazards and assure compliance after remediation work.This will be accomplished by
granting the costs of lead-based paint inspections, risk assessments, and one clearance exam for
persons assisted by the Rehabilitation Program using CDBG funds.
SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy
Jurisdiction Goals, Programs and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty-Level Families
Each of the three Consolidated Plan goals has the aim to reduce the number of households in poverty, in
addition to providing relief from the financial burdens of poverty.The goal to increase and preserve
affordable housing choices (particularly rental housing) will remove some of the burden of cost, increase
housing safety, and result in housing stability for some Tri-Cities households. Assisting households in
meeting their housing needs, it often frees up that household to focus energy and resources on job
skills, work opportunities, and educational opportunities.
To the extent physical environments are improved, streets and roads made safer and more amenable to
multiple modes of transportation, and people feel safer on their streets and downtown,the community
is more attractive to new residents and new businesses/workers.The three cities have in the past and
will continue to explore ways to use CDBG funds to support programs that help employ persons in
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poverty, such as the Pasco Specialty Kitchen, and to invest in training and support for new and existing
businesses that provide quality jobs to the region. Supportive services offer the opportunity to make
choices about self-sufficiency and a way out of poverty and the contributing circumstances (e.g.,
domestic violence, mental illness, loss of employment, illness).
How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this
affordable housing plan
The Tri-Cities Consolidated Plan focuses on meeting the needs of lower-income persons and
neighborhoods.The Consortium will use HOME and CDBG funds to support low and moderate income
families while supporting broader community-wide strategies to increase self-sufficiency and increase
economic opportunities.
The CDBG program staff are active participants in CoC meetings, where needs, resources, and strategies
are regularly discussed and coordinated. Each of the three cities has their own Comprehensive Plan,
those plans each consider their own cities as part of the region as a whole. Both Benton and Franklin
counties continue to expand their housing, behavioral health, and supportive serve systems. Notably,
this includes continues work on the Coordinated Entry System (CES)that works to increase efficiencies
and outcomes of the CoC in the region.
The cities will continue to coordinate with the Housing Authorities to support opportunities to expand
voucher programs and maintain capacity to assist lowest income households. Over the years, a close,
cooperative relationship between the Benton Franklin Community Action Committee (CAC) allows the
cities to support a coordinated effort to reduce burdens for those living in poverty.
SP-80 Monitoring
Describe the standards and procedures that the jurisdiction will use to monitor activities
carried out in furtherance of the plan and will use to ensure long-term compliance with
requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the
comprehensive planning requirements
The City of Richland is responsible for monitoring Richland CDBG and HOME Consortium program
subrecipients.The Cities of Kennewick and Pasco are responsible for their respective CDBG program
subrecipients. All are responsible to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local rules,
regulations and laws.
Monitoring is accomplished through on-site monitoring, desk monitoring, written correspondence, and
phone conversations.Technical assistance is offered throughout the year, both to new sub-recipients
and existing subrecipients. Subrecipients are required to provide written quarterly reports to identify
progress made in the program and how funds have been used.
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Housing projects funded by CDBG or HOME Programs are typically made as loans documented by
recorded deeds of trust, promissory notes, and other contractual loan agreements.These documents
establish the obligations for compliance with CDBG or HOME regulations. All housing projects are
required to secure building permits and comply with zoning and building code requirements. Housing
units are inspected and corrections are required to meet building codes as part of the permitting
process. HOME funded projects to purchase existing units receive an on-site housing quality standards
(HQS) inspection and visual paint inspection. Specific language is in the written contractual agreement
and Deeds of Trust to assure the assisted unit complies with affordability requirements.
A performance measurement system to determine the impact federal dollars are making in the
community assists in monitoring program and subrecipient performance.These actions identify
potential areas of concern and assist in making necessary changes to ensure programs operate
efficiently and effectively.The cities do not monitor grants or loans awarded directly to other entities by
HUD or other Federal or non-Federal agencies.
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Annual Action Plan
AP-15 Expected Resources
Introduction
As each of the three cities share a common set of goals and directions for meeting the community
development and affordable housing needs of lower income persons,the cities collaboratively prepared
the 2020-2024 Consortium Consolidated Plan.The Plan provides the community with an assessment of
needs and market conditions, establishes priority needs, set goals to respond to the identified needs,
and establishes outcome measures for the Strategic Plan and Annual Action Plans.The City anticipates
for planning purposes that the CDBG and HOME Programs will be federally funded at 2019 levels.These
funding projections are difficult to make given the fluctuations of funding for both the CDBG and HOME
programs over the past several years.
Anticipated Resources
Program Source Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative
of Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount Description
Funds Allocation: Income: Resources: $ Available
$ $ $ Remainder
of ConPlan
CDBG public Acquisition CDBG funds
- Admin and leverage
federal Planning local, state,
Economic and federal
Development funds.
Housing Agencies
Public are able to
Improvements combine
Public funding
Services sources in
order to
provide a
wider range
of services
to the
704,340 0 0 704,340 2,817,360 community.
Table 6-Expected Resources—Priority Table
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local
funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied
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CDBG and HOME funds are important resources in the community and used in conjunction with local,
state, other federal and private funds to support housing and other projects. Each of the cities is
supportive of efforts by other organizations to obtain funding for projects to address needs and goals
outlined in this plan and in meeting needs in the Tri-Cities. Cities also assist community organizations in
strategizing, applying for, accessing, and developing new resources and partnerships. CDBG and HOME
funds are frequently used to leverage local, state and federal funds such as United Way, Washington
State Housing Trust Funds, Emergency Solutions Grant, housing and homeless funds generated by
recording feed and county or city general funds.
Each city, as a HOME Consortium participant, is required to match HOME funds. That match is met using
city general funds or other non-federal funds, land made available at reduced cost (below appraised
value), in the form of reduced financing fees from lenders and appraisers, grants for affordable housing
from nonfederal sources, donated construction/housing materials and volunteer labor.
If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that
may be used to address the needs identified in the plan
Not applicable
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AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information
Sort Goal Name Start End Category Needs Funding Goal Outcome
Order Year Year Addressed Indicator
1 Increase and Preserve Affordable 2020 2024 Affordable Housing
Housing Choice
2 Community, Neighborhood, and 2020 2024 Non-Housing Community
Economic Development Development
3 Homeless Intervention and Public 2020 2024 Homeless
Services Non-Homeless Special
Needs
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AP-35 Projects
Introduction
This Annual Action Plan provides descriptions of how funds will be used to support the goals and
priorities identified in previous sections of this Consolidated Plan. Projects and activities are carefully
chosen, many through a competitive process,to ensure the maximum effectiveness in the use of these
funds.
# Project Name
1 PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
2 PUBLIC SERVICES
3 ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES
4 DECENT HOUSING
5 PUBLIC FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
6 CODE ENFORCEMENT
7 COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE
8 SECTION 108 GUARANTEED LOAN PROGRAM
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved
needs
Funding priorities are consistent with those stated in the Strategic Plan.The City of Richland intends to
maximize the use of limited resources to ensure the highest benefit within the capacity to administer
the program. Reduced funds have increased the challenge. Given the limited capacity, bricks and mortar
projects resulting in visual physical improvements are important when those projects reduce barriers for
physically impaired persons; result in the acquisition, construction or improvement to public facilities;
and/or, result in neighborhood preservation and revitalization. High priority is also placed on projects
that would result in enhancing the economic opportunities of residents.
Whenever feasible, projects that leverage additional funds and/or are coordinated with community
partners are emphasized and given priority.The City does not anticipate obstacles to meeting the
underserved needs addressed in the projects.
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AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1 Project Name PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
Target Area
Goals Supported
Needs Addressed
Funding
Description PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION FOR CDBG AND HOME
Target Date
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
2 Project Name PUBLIC SERVICES
Target Area
Goals Supported Homeless Intervention and Public Services
Needs Addressed Public Services
Funding
Description PUBLIC SERVICE ACTIVITIES
Target Date
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Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
3 Project Name ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES
Target Area
Goals Supported Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development
Needs Addressed Community and Economic Development
Funding
Description ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY ACTIVITIES
Target Date
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
4 Project Name DECENT HOUSING
Target Area
Goals Supported Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing Choice
Funding
Description DECENT HOUSING ACTIVITIES
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Target Date
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
5 Project Name PUBLIC FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
Target Area
Goals Supported Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development
Needs Addressed Community and Economic Development
Funding
Description PUBLIC FACILITY IMPROVEMENT ACTIVITIES FOR PARKS AND BUILDINGS
Target Date
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
6 Project Name CODE ENFORCEMENT
Target Area
Goals Supported Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing Choice
Funding
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Description CODE ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES
Target Date
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
7 Project Name COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE
Target Area
Goals Supported Community, Neighborhood, and Economic Development
Needs Addressed Community and Economic Development
Funding
Description Expand or improve basic community infrastructure in lower income neighborhoods while
minimizing costs to households below 80%of area median income.
Target Date
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
8 Project Name SECTION 108 GUARANTEED LOAN PROGRAM
Target Area
Goals Supported Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Choice
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Needs Addressed Affordable Housing Choice
Funding
Description Section 108 Guaranteed Loan Program Activities to include finance fees, public
facility/infrastructure construction, economic development, and administration. In 2019,
$200,000 will be used for finance fees/debt service.
Target Date
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
No specific geographic target areas have been identified. Pasco's CDBG funds will be available to assist
lower income residents within Pasco city limits with priority placed on those activities that provide a
benefit in the oldest neighborhoods of Pasco.
AP-85 Other Actions
Introduction
One of the challenges to meeting underserved needs by any one group is the lack of staff capacity,
financial resources, and supportive services necessary to address all needs. All three cities attend,
support and are active members of Continuum of Care (CoQ an organization comprised of local non-
profit, housing, public service, correctional, and government agencies throughout Benton and Franklin
counties.The CoC has established a Coordinated Entry System (CES)that is fully implemented that aims
to create efficiencies in the service provider network by not duplicating services and matching those in
need of services to those organizations most suited to meet those needs.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
Decent housing can be made available to those below 30% median income by joining forces with
community advocates such as the Benton Franklin Home Base Housing Network, Benton Franklin
Community Action Committee and the Department of Human Services to provide affordable housing for
this underserved population.Typical projects to meet this goal would be family shelter, domestic
violence shelter, developmentally disabled and chronically mentally disabled housing, elderly housing,
migrant farmworker housing, homeless prevention rapid rehousing programs and state and local
housing trust funds. The City supports the efforts of local non-profit agencies to meet needs of
underserved populations.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City will continue to support the efforts of various nonprofit agencies, housing authorities and
CHDO's to provide affordable housing opportunities for special needs populations through the use of
CDBG and HOME funds. Rehabilitation priority is given by the City and by Benton Franklin CAC Energy
Efficient Healthy House Program to those homes occupied by frail elderly or homeowners and renters
with disabilities. City staff will be available to assist in identifying potential funding sources and provide
technical assistance within staff capacity, and will remain receptive to forming partnerships with other
entities to assure vulnerable populations are able to reside in decent, safe housing.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
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The City will provide education on lead-based paint including information on Safe Work Practices,
actions to take when rehabbing or remodeling a home, and steps to take if exposure to lead hazards is
suspected.
The pamphlets "Renovate Right" and "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home" published by
Washington Department of Commerce and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be distributed to
all potential housing clients and be available via online links from the City's website.
In compliance with Program Update 05-11,the Lead Based Paint(LBP) Safe Checklist is utilized to
evaluate applicability of the lead safe housing rule to CDBG and HOME funded projects.The City will
work with pre-qualified contractors to perform testing as necessary to identify lead hazards, and assure
compliance after remediation work through clearance exams as required for persons assisted with CDBG
or HOME funds.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families
The activities outlined in this plan will work to increase economic opportunities in the Tri-Cities area.
Through working with local businesses and, creating needed infrastructure and facilities
updates/maintenance, the cities are working to increase the number of opportunities for financial
security in the area.
Also, each city funds public services that increase capacity for local non-profit service organizations that
work directly with low-income households with the aims of first creating stability and then working to
identify opportunities to transition out of poverty.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The City will pursue various activities outlined in the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan to strengthen and
coordinate actions with housing, nonprofit, and economic development agencies. Staff will continue to
participate in the Continuum of Care Task Force to assist in the coordination of government agencies,
nonprofit organizations, housing developers, social service providers, and Continuum of Care providers
to meet the needs of homeless individuals and families. Richland staff will participate in the Point-in-
Time Count, used to measure community trends and shifts that are impacting those individuals and
families experiencing homelessness.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City supports efforts by agencies to apply for or leverage other funding sources that might become
available during the year. City staff will be available to provide some technical assistance support of
projects that meet a Housing and Community Development need as identified in the 2020-2024
Consolidated Plan and will assist organizations to apply for funds from other local, state or federal
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resources within staff capacity.
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the
Projects Table.The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in
projects to be carried out.
1.The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next
program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0
2.The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to
address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0
3.The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4.The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not
been included in a prior statement or plan 0
5.The amount of income from float-funded activities 0
Total Program Income: 0
Other CDBG Requirements
1.The amount of urgent need activities 0
2.The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit
persons of low and moderate income.Overall Benefit-A consecutive period of one,
two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70%
of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the
years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 95.00%
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Tri-Cities Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
2020-2024
Overview Document
History and Facts
HUD requires that cities receiving CDBG and/or HOME funds complete an analysis of fair housing issues where those
CDBG and HOME funds may be spent.This fair housing document is the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
(AI). The Al is to be conducted every five years, and communities are required to:
• Examine and attempt to alleviate housing discrimination within their jurisdiction
• Promote fair housing choice for all persons
• Provide opportunities for all persons to reside in any given housing development, regardless of race, color,
religion, gender, disability, familial status, national origin, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity,
or marital status
• Promote housing that is accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities, and
• Comply with the non-discrimination requirements of the Fair Housing Act.
The document outlines fair housing concerns such as discrimination in lending practices and barriers that may exist to
identifying or securing housing for protected classes. Impediments to fair housing are:
• Any actions, omissions, or decisions taken because of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex,
disability, marital status, familial status, or any other arbitrary factor which restrict housing choices or the
availability of housing choices; or
• Any actions, omissions, or decisions which have the effect of restricting housing choices or the availability of
housing choices on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, disability, marital status,
familial status, or any other arbitrary factor
The Al assesses a variety of conditions within the community and how they may or may not contribute to discrimination,
impacting the accessibility of housing for protected classes.Title VIII of the Civil Rights act of 1968 prohibit
discrimination based on:
• Race or color
• National origin
• Religion
• Sex
• Familial status (including children under the age of 18 living with parents of legal custodians, pregnant
women, and people securing custody of children under age 18)
• Disability
Document Development:
The development of the Al is done with special attention and focus on data and policy/rules review. Mortgage lending
data as disclosed through the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA).This data shows lending practices based on
race/ethnicity and highlights the rates of application denial by race/ethnicity.Another primary aspect of the Al is the
analysis of fair housing complaints from three agencies that are involved in fair housing issues at varying levels:
National (HUD), State (Washington State Human Rights Commission), and local (Northwest Fair Housing Alliance).
A thorough review of each Cities' building codes and zoning laws was conducted with an effort highlight where efforts
are being made to increase affordability and accessibility and note any places where adjustments may be made to
enhance fair housing through changes to building codes or zoning.
Tri-Cities Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
2020-2024
Overview Document
Recommendation
The Planning Commission should review the Analysis of Impediments and provide direction to staff for additional data
and any corresponding impediments or potential impediments to fair housing that may need to be included in the
document. A final draft of the document is expected by the week of November 4, 2019.The document, although not
formally submitted to HUD, should be finalized in conjunction with the Consolidated Plan.
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TRI-CITIES HOME CONSORTIUM
KENNEWICK • PASCO • RICHLAND
Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
Draft Version 9/30/19
Contents
ExecutiveSummary..............................................................................................................................................3
FairHousing Laws.................................................................................................................................................S
BackgroundInformation ......................................................................................................................................7
Fair Housing Zoning and Policies In Tri-Cities.................................................................................................... 19
FairHousing Complaints.................................................................................................................................... 23
CurrentFair Housing Action.............................................................................................................................. 26
Executive Summary
This document contains an updated Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) for the Tri-
Cities Consortium. Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco are entitlement communities under the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Community Development Block Grant
Program (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). In accordance with the
Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, each entitlement community must
"affirmatively further fair housing." In order to demonstrate that the entitlement community is
"affirmatively further fairing housing," the community must conduct a Fair Housing Analysis which
identifies any impediments to fair housing choice and what actions it will take to overcome the
effects of any impediments identified.
This report provides the cities with an assessment of the impediments to fair housing found in the
area and recommends steps to overcome the impacts of the identified impediments. It is intended
to be a tool to the cities in working with other agencies, and organizations, including the banking
and real estate industries toward the elimination of unfair housing practices.
From January 2017 to August 2019, the Northwest Fair Housing Alliance (NWFHA) referred to three
(3) fair housing complaints to HUD or the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC).
These complaints are then reviewed and addressed HUD or WSHRC. From January 2015 to the end
of 2018, NWFHA received 22 allegations of fair housing violations.
To better understand the conditions associated with housing complaints the Tri-Cities conducted a
thorough quantitative analysis of demographic, housing, socioeconomic, employment, mortgage
lending, and bank location data to understand the current conditions in the Cities. The City
complemented this data profile with a community survey, stakeholder interviews as well as a
review and assessment of City plans, policies, and other resources to understand current conditions
and identify potential impediments to fair housing choice.
Introduction
Equal and unimpeded access to residential housing is a fundamental civil right that enables
members of protected classes, as defined in the federal Fair Housing Act, to pursue personal,
educational, employment, or other goals. Because housing choice is so critical to personal
development, fair housing is a goal that government, public officials, and private citizens must
embrace if social equity is to become a reality. The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination
in housing based on a person's race, color, religion, gender, disability, familial status, or national
origin. In addition, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a Final
Rule on February 3, 2012, that prohibits entitlement communities, public housing authorities, and
other recipients of federal housing resources from discriminating on the basis of actual or
perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status. Persons who are protected from
discrimination by fair housing laws are referred to as members of the protected classes.
A growing body of research has demonstrated that limited housing choice has negative outcomes
for child well-being, social mobility, and, ultimately, human capital development—all factors in
public sector dependency. Limited housing choice for low-income households, therefore, can
inhibit a city's economic growth.
To ensure the prevention and elimination of housing discrimination and housing segregation as it
pertains to fair housing choice, HUD requires all entitlements orjurisdictions directly receiving any
of the four HUD formula grant programs, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency
Solutions Grant (ESG), HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME), and Housing
Opportunities for Persons With Aids (HOPWA),to certify that the jurisdiction will "affirmatively
further fair housing choice" within their area of authority. "Affirmatively furthering fair housing" is
defined by HUD as requiring a local jurisdiction to analyze to identify impediments to fair housing
choice within the jurisdiction; to take appropriate actions to overcome the effects of any
impediments identified through the analysis, and to maintain records reflecting the Al and actions
taken in this regard.
Communities receiving HUD entitlement funds are required to:
• Examine and attempt to alleviate housing discrimination within their jurisdiction
• Promote fair housing choice for all persons
• Provide opportunities for all persons to reside in any given housing development, regardless
of race, color, religion, gender, disability, familial status, national origin, actual or perceived
sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status
• Promote housing that is accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities, and
• Comply with the non-discrimination requirements of the Fair Housing Act.
An Al is a review of a jurisdiction's laws, regulations, and administrative policies, procedures, and
practices affecting the location, availability, and accessibility of housing. It is also an assessment of
conditions, within both the public and private market, affecting fair housing choice.
TRI-CITIES Population and Housing
The Tri-Cities has a very diverse population, with marked differences between the cities. These
differences between cities continue to narrow. However, the demographic differences are still
relatively significant. A substantial portion of the population is Hispanic, particularly in Pasco.
While Pasco is home to the majority of the Tri-Cities Hispanic population, Kennewick and
Richland are both seeing greater number of Hispanic households. In addition to this demographic
trend, the Tri-Cities can expect an increase in the relative number of elderly residents. Some of
this will be due to the aging of the baby boomers in the region that choose to stay into
retirement age. Also, in-migration of elderly residents because some will be due to the aging of
the baby boomers and some to in-migration as people seek to take advantage of the more
moderate climate, slower pace of living, and more attractive costs of living. In-migration will
result in changes in demand for housing and services— including types and costs of units, location
of housing, access to services and care, and increased transportation options.
Housing development in the Tri-Cities has tended toward single-family and, to a much lesser
extent, higher-end multifamily, in recent years. Housing costs in the Tri-Cities have rapidly
increased, as they have in other areas. A significant issue discussed by individuals interviewed for
this report is the lack of available rental housing, particularly housing affordable to lower-income
households, the elderly and persons with disabilities. Vacancy rates hovering around 1% provide
limited choice and increase barriers to attaining housing stability.
Fair Housing Laws
The Federal Fair Housing Act
Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended (Fair Housing Act), prohibits discrimination
based on:
• Race or color
• National origin
• Religion
• Sex
• Familial status (including children under the age of 18 living with parents of legal
custodians, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children under age 18)
• Disability
Further, the Fair Housing Act prohibits anyone taking any of the following actions based on the
above outlined classes:
• Refusal to rent or sell housing
• Refusal to negotiate for housing
• Make housing unavailable
• Deny a dwelling
• Set different terms, conditions, or privileges for the sale or rental of a dwelling
• Provide different housing services or facilities
• Falsely deny that housing is available for inspection, sale or rental
• Persuade owners to sell or rent at a loss
• Deny access to or membership in a facility or service
• Refusal to make a mortgage loan
• Refusal to provide information regarding loans
• Impose different terms or conditions on a loan
• Discriminate in appraising property
• Refuse to purchase a loan
• Set different terms or conditions for purchasing a loan
• Threaten, coerce, intimidate or interfere with anyone exercising fair housing right
• Advertise or make any statement that indicates a limitation or preference based on race,
color, religion, gender, disability, familial status or national origin
• Refuse to let a person with a disability make reasonable modifications
• Refuse to make reasonable accommodations in rules, policies, and practices if necessary
• Unless a building qualifies as housing for older persons, it may not discriminate based on
familial status
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has received the authority
and responsibility for administering this law. This authority includes handling of complaints,
engaging in conciliation, monitoring conciliation, protecting individual's rights regarding
public disclosure of information, authorizing prompt judicial action when necessary, and
referring to the State or local proceedings whenever a complaint alleges a discriminatory
housing practice.
Washington State Law
Washington State has adopted a law that supplements the Federal Fair Housing Act, the
Washington State Law Against Discrimination (RCW Chapter 49.60). The State law prohibits
discriminatory practices in the areas of employment, places of public resort, accommodation, or
amusement, in real estate transactions, and credit and insurance transactions on the basis of race,
creed, color, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender
identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory
mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a
disability; and prohibits retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, and those
who file health care and state employee whistleblower complaints. (www.hum.wa.gov).
The Washington State Human Rights Commission has a cooperative agreement with the
Department of Housing and Urban Development to process and investigate dual-filed housing
complaints for which the Commission receives funding under the Fair Housing Assistance
Program (FHAP). Most of the Commission's housing cases are dual-filed with HUD—the
exceptions are cases covered under State but not covered under federal law.
Background Information
The Tri-Cities today is experiencing rapid population growth, including an increase in seniors
because of the climate, pace of life, and cost of living. The economy remains strong compared to
most of the country and, importantly, while its economy has become more diversified over the
years, its workforce needs are still heavily tied to the 586 square mile Hanford cleanup site and
associated high-tech industries.
With the advent of the wine industry, the nature of the agricultural sector continues to evolve
with less reliance on the food processing industry. While these and other factors bond the three
communities, each of the communities has a special degree of distinction and its own identity.
Demographics
All parts of the Tri-Cities have seen substantial growth between 2010 and 2017, most notably
Pasco with a 30% growth in population. Most of the growth is the result of in-migration, given the
status of the growing economy, increased job prospects, a lower cost of living, and leisure
activities nearby, Tri-Cities expects to see a steady increase in population over the next several
decades.
Rapid growth creates demand for housing and services. The current low vacancy rates (1%) are
indicative of this demand. Several factors have contributed to the population growth, including
an increase in mobility between the three cities with the 1-182 bridge over the Columbia River,
and the development of several new residential subdivisions offering housing at relatively
modest prices.
Tri-Cities Population 1990-2017
Year Change
Location 1990 2000 2010 2017 2010-2017
Kennewick 42,155 54,693 70,341 78,858 12%
Pasco 20,337 32,066 54,116 70,607 30%
Richland 32,315 38,708 45,780 53,991 18%
Benton County 112,560 142,475 167,077 190,559 14%
Franklin County 37,473 49,347 71,329 89,124 25%
Washington State 1 1 9%
Sources: US Census;ACS 1990,2000,2010,2017.
A major impact in the following years will be a large population influx as a result of new jobs
and increased educational opportunities. The Tri-Cities continues to grow at a rapid pace; it is
also important to note that both Benton and Franklin Counties also continue to grow rapidly.
This is indicative of regional growth and not just metropolitan growth because there are many
smaller cities within the region that are also experiencing large levels of growth. Inevitably, the
growth in the smaller surrounding cities will increase pressure on both services and housing in
the Tri-Cities.
Demographic Trends in Hispanic Population: 2010-2017
2010 2017 Difference
Kennewick 22.9 26.9 4.0
Pasco 55.5 55.1 -0.4
Richland 7.4 11.0 3.6
Benton County 17.4 20.8 3.4
Franklin County 50.4 52.5 2.1
Washington State 10.5 12.3 1.8
Source: US Census
Race/Ethnicity: 2017
2017
Location Race Ethnicit *
White Non- Non-
Alone White Hispanic Hispanic
Kennewick 76% 24% 27% 73%
Pasco 70% 30% 55% 45%
Richland 84% 16% 11% 89%
Benton County 80% 20% 21% 79%
Franklin County 72% 28% 53% 47%
Washington State 77% 23% 12% 88%
*May be of any race.
Source:US Census.
The Tri-Cities has an increasingly diverse population. Pasco, in particular, has a large Hispanic
population, and that population in Pasco continues to grow. Agriculture and associated seasonal
workers were historical origins. Over the years, those workers have settled in the area, built
families and businesses and are an integral part of Pasco, the Tri-Cities, and other cities within the
Benton/Franklin County area. Of those Hispanic families in the region, the vast majority are
Mexican, with some representation Puerto Rican and Cuban families.
Detailed Race: 2017
Location
Benton Franklin Washington
Race Kennewick Pasco Richland Count Count State
American Indian and Alaska Native 1% 1% 1% 1% 1% 1%
Asian 2% 3% 5% 3% 2% 8%
Black or African American 2% 3% 2% 2% 2% 4%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific 0.1% 0.2% 0.1% 0.1% 0.2% 1%
Islander
White 76% 70% 84% 80% 72% 77%
Two or more races 5% 4% 4% 4% 4% 6%
Source:US Census.
There continues to be a large percentage of foreign-born residents— Hispanic and non-Hispanic.
People look for opportunities in agriculture and other economic sectors. Inability to speak English
well, or at all, can be a barrier for those speaking Spanish, as well as those with other native
languages (for example, Russian and Ukrainian). Inability to read English, or read at all, affects
people's ability to understand contracts. This lack of understanding was noted as a concern
during stakeholder/public meetings on the topic of fair housing issues in the Tri-Cities region. This
lack of understanding is involved in rental agreements, banking documentation, and plays an
important role in predatory lending practices.
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above. It's apparent that the Hispanic populations have been moving to Pasco and Kennewick
predominately. Most specifically, Eastern Pasco and Eastern Kennewick, on both sides of the
Columbia River.
RCAPS and ECAPS
A large body of social research has demonstrated the powerful negative effects of residential
segregation on income and opportunity for minority families. Historically, the Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has relied on identifying racially and ethnically
concentrated areas of poverty (RCAPs and ECAPs), geographic areas where both high poverty rates
and a high percentage of minorities are clustered. The rationale for this analysis was to help
communities determine where to invest housing resources by pinpointing the areas of the greatest
existing need. However, current evidence suggests that adding more subsidized housing to places
that already have a high concentration of social and economic issues (i.e. RCAPs and ECAPs) could
be counter-productive and not meet the spirit of the goals of HUD programs.
This does not mean RCAP/ECAPs should be ignored by communities, however. Residents in
RCAP/ECAPs still need services and high-quality places to live, and stabilizing and improving
conditions in the lowest-income neighborhoods remains a key priority of HUD programs. Instead,
investment should be balanced between existing RCAP/ECAPs and other neighborhoods that offer
opportunities and advantages for families.
The standard HUD definitions of RCAPs and ECAPs are areas where the total non-White population
is greater than 50%, and the poverty rate is greater than 40%. These baseline thresholds for
defining RCAPs are meant to serve as a starting point for communities across the nation.
The RCAP and ECAP census tracts are highlighted below where these areas of high minority and
poverty concentration are located to help inform our analysis.
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seen large growths in the Hispanic population since 1990. Comparing the above map to the
Race/Ethnicity trends map above, we can see that the two census tracts with the largest Hispanic
growth from 1990 to 2010 are both identified as R/ECAP census tracts in 2010.
Population and Disability
The Tri-Cities area has seen an increased portion of its population living with a disability. Most
notably, those with disabilities most associated with elderly persons have increased. As many
persons with disabilities rely on social security supplemental income (the majority income
source within the disabled community), housing for persons with disabilities is a tremendous
affordability problem. Persons on social security supplemental income can afford less than $200
a month for rent and utilities (approximately 1/3 of total SSI income). Without rent assistance,
this extremely low-income group of individuals has little choice but to live in overcrowded or
sub-standard units, residing in homes of parents or siblings well into adulthood, couch surfing, or
at risk of becoming homeless.
Overall Change in Population with a Disability
Benton Franklin Washington
Kennewick Pasco Richland County County State
2010 10.8% 9.5% 11.1% 11.1% 9.3% 12.0%
2017 14.1% 10.1% 14.3% 13.9% 10.1% 12.8%
Percentage 3.3 0.6 3.2 2.8 0.8 0.8
Point Change
Source:US Census;2010&2017
Richland and Kennewick have seen an overall increase in a population that is living with a disability
at a rate that is above both Franklin and Benton County as well as Washington state. This does not
necessarily mean that the region is seeing a disproportionately high number of people with a
disability moving to the area, rather it is more indicative of a region that is outpacing the general
growth trend of its county and state.
2017 Population by Disability Type
Kennewick Pasco Richland
Hearing 4.1% 3.0% 4.0%
Vision 2.4% 2.3% 2.5%
Cognitive 6.5% 4.3% 6.9%
Ambulatory 8.1% 5.4% 7.3%
Self-Care 2.6% 2.0% 2.7%
Independent Living 7.2% 4.4% 7.6%
Source:US Census;2017
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However, it is notable that there is some clustering of just South of the Columbia River in
Kennewick, where the R/ECAP census tract is located. Because these disability types are more often
associated with elderly populations, it likely that those individuals identified in this map within the
R/ECAP census tract are both elderly and a minority population.
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These disability types are associated with a wider group of individuals, so it is more likely that these
disability types will be distributed more evenly across any given region.
Neighborhood Dissimilarity
The Social Science Data Analysis Network (SSDAN) is an academic organization that utilizes US
Census Bureau data to interpret dissimilarities that exist between races when comparing
neighborhoods. The primary outcome of this dataset is a view of segregation between races
within a specific geographic area. The dissimilarity index is "the relative separation or integration
of groups across all neighborhoods of a city. If a city's white-black dissimilarity index were 65, that
would mean that 65% of all white people would need to move to another neighborhood to make
whites and black evenly distributed across all neighborhoods." This means that an index of zero
indicates even distribution, while 100 represents complete segregation.
Dissimilarity Index for the Tri-Cities Region
Dissimilarity Index Percent of Total
with Whites Population
White* 73%
Black* 50.2 1%
American Indian* 38.8 0.6%
Asian* 39.0 2%
Native Hawaiian* 73.3 0.1%
Other* 70.3 0.1%
Two or more races* 30.2 2%
Hispanic 55.9 21%
Source: Dissimilarity Index:www.censusscope.org
* Non-Hispanic Only
**When a group's population is small,its dissimilarity index may be high even if the group's members are evenly distributed.
Thus,use caution in interpreting dissimilarities among populations with less than 1,000 people(Native Hawaiian and Other)
It is important to note the above data is from the 2000 Census, and the Tri-Cities has grown
significantly among Hispanic and non-white populations. Maps below will further outline racial
and ethnic concentrations in the Tri-Cities.
From the above chart, the index number identifies what percentage of that demographic would
need to disperse to a different neighborhood to be evenly distributed as compared to the
majority population (in this case, whites). The most significant indexes are among the Native
Hawaiian, Other, and Hispanic populations. Notably, the proportion of the population that is
Native Hawaiian and Other are small, both under 250 respectively. However, the Hispanic
population makes up a large percentage of the Tri-Cities population and their dissimilarity index is
55.9, meaning the Hispanic population is most likely concentrated in a few areas of the Tri-Cities.
Households
Nearly 70 percent of the households in the Tri-Cities are family households. In 2017 there were
more large families (5 or more persons) in Pasco than in the other two cities. The number of
households comprised of single individuals is important to note. In 2017 about 25% of households
in the Tri-Cities were comprised of single persons. As the "baby boomers" age and retired persons
look for living opportunities in the Tri-Cities, this will increase the demand for specific types of
housing and services.
Types of Households 2017
Family Households Non-Family Households
Location 2-4* 5+* Singles Other
Kennewick 55% 12% 26% 7%
Pasco 54% 22% 20% 4%
Richland 57% 9% 28% 6%
Benton County 58% 11% 25% 6%
Franklin County 55% 22% 19% 4%
Washington State 56% 9% 27% 8%
Source:US Census.
Income
The chart reflects the substantial diversity in household income between the three cities. It is
also clear that median earnings for women and men differ, due in no small part to different
occupations. This has implications, of course, for women raising children on their own and for
elderly-women whose financial circumstances may be reduced upon the death of a spouse.
Median household income varies by race and ethnicity as well.
Disparities in median income, as shown in the table below affect the ability to secure suitable,
affordable housing. Also, median income is the mid-point—50% of households are earning less,
often substantially less.
Household Income 2017
Income Location
Measure Kennewick Pasco Richland
Median household $54,420 $59,969 $71,025
Median family $63,372 $63,468 $91,623
Median earnings male* $51,560 $42,629 $73,691
Median earnings female* $33,931 $34,841 $47,656
Median household white alone** $57,481 $64,569 $71,601
Median household Hispanic** $40,999 $44,578 $45,900
*Working full-time,year-round.
Source:US Census.
The table below examines the level of poverty in each of the cities as of 2017. Nearly a quarter of
women with children under 5 years of age (and no husband present) were living in poverty in
Kennewick and Pasco, and nearly half in Richland. Persons with disabilities who must rely on SSI as
a major or exclusive source of income and elderly residents living on limited fixed incomes are
examples of community members living in often extreme poverty. Poverty, compounded with
special needs, reduces housing choice.
Persons Living in Poverty 2017
Location
Population Kennewick Pasco Richland
Individuals 17% 17% 10%
Females alone w/children<5 27% 28% 41%
Source:US Census.
Analysis of Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data
Unfettered access to fair housing choice requires impartial and equal access to the mortgage
lending market. The Fair Housing Act prohibits lenders from discriminating against members of the
protected classes in granting mortgage loans, providing information on loans, imposing the terms
and conditions of loans (such as interest rates and fees), conducting appraisals, and considering
whether to purchase loans. An analysis of mortgage applications and their outcomes can identify
possible discriminatory lending practices and patterns in a community.
Under the terms of the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989, any
commercial lending institution that makes five or more home mortgage loans annually must report
all residential loan activity to the Federal Reserve Bank under the terms of the Home Mortgage
Disclosure Act (NMDA). The HMDA regulations require most institutions involved in lending to
comply and report information on loans denied, withdrawn, or incomplete by race, sex, and income
of the applicant.
The data help to identify possible discriminatory lending practices and patterns. The data focus on
the number of homeowner mortgage applications received by lenders. The most recent HMDA data
available for the Tri-Cities is from 2017. Government loans are considered FHA, FSA/RHS, or VA
home loans. The information provided is for the primary applicant only; co-applicants were not
included in the analysis. The data includes the entire Kennewick-Richland-Pasco Metropolitan
Statistical Area (MSA), not just the Tri-Cities; although the Tri-Cities makes up the majority of the
MSA's population.
Loan Applications Received by Race/Ethnicity
American Asian Black or Native Hawaiian White Hispanic
Indian/Alaska African or Other Pacific or Latino
Native American Islander
Conventional 0.4% 2.6% 0.8% 0.2% 81.2% 15.2%
Loans
Government 0.9% 0.8% 1.3% 0.7% 84.4% 24.1%
Loans
Source:HMDA
The table above outlines all loan applications received by race for the region. For all loans received,
Whites accounted for over 80% of both categories of loans and Hispanic households applied for far
greater government loans than for conventional loans. The representation of Hispanic households
applying for loans is less than their representation of the population within the region.
Loan Application Denials by Race/Ethnicity
All Race American Asian Black or Native White Hispanic Not
& Indian/Alaska African Hawaiian or or Latino Hispanic
Ethnicity Native American Other Pacific or Latino
Islander
Conventional 7.7% 10.5% 10.3% 5.4% 0.0% 5.5% 9.5% 4.8%
Loans
Government 8.3% 0.0% 6.3% 7.4% 6.7% 7.9% 9.7% 6.9%
Loans
Source:Home Mortgage Disclosure Act(HMDA);2017
The tables above outline the HMDA data as of 2017, reporting on loan application denials by
race/ethnicity. The first column identifies what the denial rate is for the MSA as a whole, creating a
comparison point from which to base possible discrimination when looking at loan denial rates.
Loan Application Denials by Race/Ethnicity- Percentage Point Difference from Jurisdiction as a
Whole
American Asian Black or Native Hawaiian White Hispanic Not Hispanic
Indian/Alaska African or Other Pacific or Latino or Latino
Native American Islander
Conventional 2.8 2.6 -2.3 - -2.2 1.8 -2.9
Loans
Government - -2.0 -0.9 -1.6 -0.4 1.4 -1.4
Loans
Source:Home Mortgage Disclosure Act;2017
The table above outlines the percentage points difference from the jurisdiction as a whole. A
negative number indicates that the demographic experiences a denial rate that is above the
jurisdiction as a whole. Those places where the rate for a race/ethnicity is higher than the
jurisdictional rate are highlighted in yellow.
Loan Application Denials by Income Category& Race
All Race American Asian Black or Native Hawaiian White Hispanic Not
and Indian/Alaska African or Other Pacific or Hispanic
Ethnicity Native American Islander Latino or Latino
Conventional
Loans
<50%Median 18.4% 0.0% 33.3% 0.0% - 12.2% 14.5% 10.3%
Income
50-79%Median 11.9% 25.0% 0.0% 0.0% - 7.9% 11.7% 5.5%
Income
80-99%Median 6.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 4.3% 6.7% 3.3%
Income
100-119% 7.6% 0.0% 0.0% 16.7% 0.0% 5.5% 9.7% 4.3%
Median Income
>120% Median 5.2% 11.1% 13.9% 7.1% 0.0% 4.0% 5.2% 4.5%
Income
Government
Loans
<50%Median 20.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 20.3% 19.8% 19.7%
Income
50-79%Median 6.3% 0.0% 20.0% 0.0% 0.0% 6.2% 6.2% 5.6%
Income
80-99%Median 6.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 6.0% 8.0% 4.3%
Income
100-119% 10.3% 0.0% 0.0% 20.0% 0.0% 10.9% 13.3% 10.8%
Median Income
>120%Median 7.4% 0.0% 0.0% 20.0% 50.0% 6.2% 6.5% 6.1%
Income
Source:Home Mortgage Disclosure Act;2017
Loan Application Denials by Income Category& Race - Percentage Point Difference From
Jurisdiction as a Whole
American Black or Native Hawaiian Not
Indian/Alaska African or Other Pacific Hispanic Hispanic
Native Asian American Islander White or Latino or Latino
Conventional
Loans
<50%Median
Income 0 -14.90 0 - 6.20 3.90 8.10
50-79%Median
Income -13.10 0 0 - 4.00 0.20 6.40
80-99%Median
Income 0 0 0 0 2.00 -0.40 3.00
100-119%
Median Income 0 0 -9.10 0 2.10 -2.10 3.30
>120% Median
Income -5.90 -8.70 -1.90 0 1.20 0 0.70
Government
Loans
<50%Median
Income 0 0 0 0 0 0.50 0.60
50-79%Median
Income 0 -13.70 0 0 0.10 0.10 0.70
80-99%Median
Income 0 0 0 0 0.30 -1.70 2.00
100-119%
Median Income 0 0 -9.70 0 -0.60 -3.00 -0.50
>120% Median
Income 0 0 -12.60 -42.60 1.20 0.90 1.30
Source:Home Mortgage Disclosure Act;2017
Similar to the table outlining loan application denials based on race, the table above identifies the
percentage point difference of loan denial based on a household's race and income. The negative
numbers above show the places where the denial rate is above the rate of the jurisdiction as a
whole.
Community Reinvestment Act
The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) was enacted by Congress in 1977 to encourage
depository institutions to help meet the credit needs of the communities in which they operate,
including low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. The CRA requires supervisory agencies to
assess performance periodically. The four federal bank supervisory agencies are Office of the
Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (FRB),
Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS), and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
Performance is evaluated in terms of the institution (capacity, constraints and business
strategies), the community (demographic and economic data, lending, investment, and service
opportunities), and competitors and peers. Ratings assigned range from: outstanding,
satisfactory, needs to improve, and substantial noncompliance.
The following ratings pertain to banks rated between 2010 and 2019 in Pasco and Kennewick.
Note that this is not an exhaustive list of banks in the Tri-Cities, only the banks tested since 2010.
No banks in the Tri-Cities have received a "needs to improve" or "substantial noncompliance"
since testing results have been made public. No listings were shown for financial institutions in
Richland. All institutions shown had satisfactory or better ratings.
CRA Bank Ratings—2010-2019
Bank City Agency Rating Exam Method Exam Date
Community First Bank Kennewick FDIC Satisfactory Small bank 2/1/2010
Community First Bank Kennewick FDIC Outstanding Small bank 2/1/2016
Community First Bank Kennewick FDIC Outstanding Small bank 1/1/2019
Bank Reale Pasco FDIC Satisfactory Small bank 1/1/2012
Source:ffiec.gov/craratings
Fair Housing Zoning and Policies In Tri-Cities
The Fair Housing Planning Guide was established by HUD as a guiding tool, identifying topics
and issues to investigate when developing the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.
Similarly, the 2016 HUD-DOJ guidance on fair housing asks local jurisdictions to consider "How
does the Fair Housing Act apply to state and local land use and zoning?" This section covers
those topics.
Administrative Actions
Outreach and Testing
Each of the three cities makes written materials available on tenants' rights and enforceable
fair housing laws in the area. The materials are made readily available at the city building
where residents may go to pay utility bills or meet with city staff. Occasionally, fair housing
information is included in utility bills that are mailed out to residents.
The Tri-Cities partner to host Fair Housing training, completed by the Northwest Fair Housing
Alliance (NWFHA). Also, NWFHA conducts fair housing testing in the Tri-Cities, both complaint-
based testing and audit testing. The audit testing conducted between January 2017 and
December 2018, a two-year period, found a discrimination rate of 5%. This audit testing
consisted of 44 total tests conducted, testing in four aspects:
1. Rental — Religion
2. Rental — National Origin
3. Lending
4. Accessibility
Of those two audit tests that found discrimination, both were within the Rental — National
Origin category.
Waitlists
None of the cities operate public housing, so none of the cities have waitlists to manage. There are
two Housing Authorities (HA) that operate within the Tri-Cities: The Housing Authority of the City of
Pasco and Franklin County and the Kennewick Housing Authority (KHA). Both Housing Authorities
manage a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist, and both put into place localized preferences, as
permitted by HUD.
The Kennewick Housing Authority identifies HCV application preferences in its Administrative Plan.
Those preferences are (1) domestic violence victims, (2) elderly or disabled, (3) veteran household.
The City of Pasco and Franklin County Housing Authority also utilizes application preferences for
their HCV program. Those preferences are (1) elderly family, (2) disabled family, (3) working family,
(4) veteran status.
Building Codes
Each of the three cities updates their local Building Codes related to handicapped accessibility
as the Washington State Building Codes is adopted (2009 ICC/ANSI A117.1-09, Accessible and
Usable Buildings and Facilities, with statewide amendments, adopted as part of the IBC). The
updates assure that construction considers the latest standards to improve accessibility for
the elderly and disabled.
Zoning Ordinances
Family Definition
Each of the cities explicitly defines family in their Municipal Codes. In each of the cities, "family' is
defined broadly as one or more persons occupying a single housing unit. The definition of family in
the Tri-Cities does not discriminate based on family type or size. Below are the definitions for each
City:
Richland: "Family"means one or more persons occupying a premises and living as a single,
nonprofit housekeeping unit, as distinguished from a group occupying a hotel, club, boardinghouse
or rooming house,fraternity or sorority house.'
Pasco: "Family"means one or more persons (but not more than six unrelated persons) living
together as a single housekeeping unit. For purposes of this definition and notwithstanding any
other provision of this code, children with familial status within the meaning of 42 USC§3602(k)
and persons with handicaps within the meaning of 42 USC§ 3602(h) will not be counted as
unrelated persons.2
Kennewick: Family means one or more persons living together as a single housekeeping unit. 3
Accessory Dwelling
Each of the cities has zoning ordinances that address the use of accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
Accessory dwelling units are not restricted to any single neighborhood. Associated ordinances
would not seemingly cause a concentration of accessory dwelling units to a specific region of any
given City. Restrictions of the physical structure and its relationship with the primary building vary
between the cities, however accessory dwelling units are permitted on residential parcels in each of
the cities.
For complete ordinance language, please see the following references for accessory dwellings:
• Richland: Municipal Code 23.42.020
• Pasco: Municipal Code 25.165.040
• Kennewick: Municipal Code 18.27.010
Density
As of June 2018, the Pasco City Council passed Resolution Number 3845, declaring the preferred
Urban Area Growth (UGA) boundary for the City. Given the substantial growth of the City,
expecting the need of just over 15,000 new housing units in the next 20 years, the City needs to
expand its footprint to accommodate new housing as well as other broader use spaces. This
Resolution has been forwarded to Franklin County for its consideration.
The City of Pasco revised its Municipal Code to allow for an increase in housing density in its R-2
to R-4 zoning classifications which will impact the number of units developed, with the aim of
increasing affordability.
Richland updated its zoning ordinance in 2009 to provide for mixed-use development in
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a Municipal Code 18.09.680
the Central Business District. The zoning ordinance will allow less expensive smaller
apartments in the core area next to transportation and services. It will also potentially
improve access to affordable housing for the elderly and persons with disabilities.
Kennewick allows accessory apartments in all residential zones provided they are built within
the existing structure. Its Alternative Residential Provisions allow densities to increase in all
residentially- zoned properties. Recently, Kennewick began allowing both attached and
detached ADUs. Also, Kennewick has adopted a Mixed Use Comprehensive Plan Land Use
designation and the Urban Mixed Use (UMU) zoning district that allows residential uses either
in conjunction with commercial development or as stand-alone uses. There are two areas
zoned as UMU which are in the Bridge-to-Bridge subarea and at Vista Field.
Comprehensive Plans
A City's Comprehensive Plan sets the policies on which current and future development of a
community is based. They provide a guide to local public planning which may impact fair housing.
Pasco's 2007-2027 Comprehensive Plan' Housing Element outlines the need and strategy for
housing development in the City. Described in the plan are five (5) housing goals/policies that will
guide the City's development in the future. Several of these goals directly address the City's need
for mixed development and the need to mitigate concentrations of populations to specific
neighborhoods or regions. Those goals are:
1. Encourage housing for all economic segments of the City's population
a. Avoid large concentrations of high-density housing
b. Support dispersal of special needs housing throughout the community
c. Encourage medium/high density housing near arterial and
neighborhood/community shopping facilities and employment areas
2. Strive to maintain a variety of housing consistent with the local and regional market
a. Allow for a full range of residential environments
3. Support efforts to provide affordable housing to meet the needs of low- and moderate-
income households in the community
a. The city shall work with public and private sector developers to ensure that lower
income housing is developed on scattered sites and in such a manner that it blends
with surrounding neighborhoods
The 2017-2037 Kennewick Comprehensive Plans outlines three (3) goals, also aligning with
Countywide Planning Principles. The goals work to address the critical housing needs of the
region while understanding the need to do so in a manner that does not concentrate
4 https://www.pasco-wa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2592/Comprehensive-Plan-2007-2027-Volume-l-of-2-PDF
s https://www.go2kennewick.com/DocumentCenter/View/9723/Comprehensive-Plan-Together-we-are-One-
Kennewick
populations or contribute to discriminatory practices. Those goals are:
1. Support and develop a variety of housing types and densities to meet the diverse
needs of the population
a. Support special needs housing within a variety of residential environments
b. Promote the development of senior housing in proximity to needed services
c. Allow residential developments such as condominiums, zero lot lines,
accessory apartments, and other innovative housing techniques
2. Promote affordable housing for all economic segments of the community
a. Explore the use of density bonuses, parking reductions, multi-family tax
exemptions, and permit expediting to encourage the development of housing
affordable at below-market-rate
Richland's 2017 Comprehensive Plan identifies six (6) primary goals considering housing for the
City. Several of those goals directly address fair housing considerations in the region. Those goals
are:
1. Provide a range of housing densities, sizes, and types for all income and age groups
a. Encourage mixed-use developments
b. Support senior housing and long-term care/assisted living facilities in the City
within close proximity to commercial uses and medical services and facilities
2. Encourage the maintenance and preservation of existing housing stock and residential
neighborhoods
a. Continue to allow accessory dwelling units in single-family residential districts
b. Accommodate non-profit and public agencies' efforts to purchase, construct and
rehabilitate housing to meet the affordable and other housing needs of the
community
Fair Housing Complaints
Federal, State, and local agencies have roles in working with persons who believe have
encountered housing discrimination based on any of the protected classes outlined above. The
Washington State Human Rights Commission has a cooperative agreement with the Department
of Housing and Urban Development to process and investigate dual-filed housing complaints for
which the Commission receives funding under the Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP).
Generally, a complaint sent directly to HUD is referred to the state or local agency for
investigation and enforcement activities. HUD identifies that utilizing housing professionals "in
the locality where the alleged discrimination occurred benefits all parties to a housing
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discrimination complaint."'
The Northwest Fair Housing Alliance (NWFHA) has an established mission to eliminate housing
discrimination and to ensure equal housing opportunity for the people of Washington State
through education, counseling, and advocacy. The NWFHA is located in Spokane, WA and covers
Eastern and Central Washington as the primary state level Fair Housing organization.
The Northwest Justice Project, located in Kennewick, is the local legal-aid organization that lists
"subsidized or public housing evictions and fair housing discrimination" as one of their general
case service priorities. The Northwest Justice Project is active in the Tri-Cities conducting
landlord-tenant workshops and tenants' rights education. Complaints and allegations understood
by the Justice Project may include the NWFHA for further enforcement.
National & State Trends
According to HUD's Annual Report to Congress:20178, there were a total of 8,186 complaints
filed with HUD and FHAP agencies in 2017. Of those filed, 6,878 (84%) were filed with FHAP
agencies. The basis of those complaints are as follows:
Basis of Complaint Number of Complaints Percentage of Complaints
Disability 4,865 59%
Race 2,132 26%
Familial Status 871 11%
Retaliation 834 10%
National Origin 826 10%
Sex 800 10%
Religion 232 3%
Color 192 2%
Source:HUD's Annual Report to Congress:2017,HUD Enforcement Management Database
Fair housing discrimination based on disability has steadily increased its proportion of those
complaints received by HUD. In 2013 discrimination based on disability comprised 53% of all
complaints, as of 2017 the percentage was 59%.
Within Washington, there were a total of 170 HUD and FHAP complaints in 2017. Of those
complaints filed, 85% were with the FHAP, Northwest Fair Housing Alliance.
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Fair Housing Complaints — HUD
According to HUD records, between 1/1/2011 and 12/31/2017, there were a total of 24 fair housing
complaints in Benton and Franklin Counties. Of those 24 complaints, three (3) were within Franklin
County, all within Pasco; while 21 were in Benton County. The Benton County complaints are
subdivided by location as follows:
• 11 in Kennewick
• 9 in Richland
• 1 in Benton City
The basis for the 25 fair housing complaints in Benton and Franklin counties combined are as
follows (some complaints have multiples bases):
• Disability (21)
• National Origin (3)
• Race (1)
• Religion (1)
The majority of the cases outlined above are closed. Below is the breakdown of the reason for the
case closure:
• Conciliation/Settlement successful (13)
• No cause determination (6)
• Complaint withdrawn by complainant after resolution (4)
Fair Housing Complaints —Washington State Human Right Commission
Over the same period of time as above, 2011 to 2018, the Washington Human Right Commission
database reveals a total of 20 complaints. Of those 20 complaints, 15 were in Benton County while
the remaining five were in Franklin County. It is important to note that there may be overlap in
these identified cases and the complaints outlined in the above section. The Washington State
Human Rights Commission has responsibility for violations of State law; however there are
complaints based on Federal law included in this database.
The most common issue for submission of a complaint was around rental terms and conditions,
followed by a refusal to rent. Half (50%) of the complaints filed with the Human Rights Commission
were found to have "No Reasonable Cause" meaning upon investigation there was no
discrimination found in that particular instance.
Fair Housing Complaints — Northwest Fair Housing Alliance Complaints
Since 2015, the Northwest Fair Housing Alliance (NWFHA) have referred three complaints to HUD
or the Washington State Human Rights Commission. Of those complaints referred, three were
based on disability, and one was based on national origin (one complaint had multiple bases).
NWFHA also conducts fair housing testing in the region. Testing conducted from 1/1/2017 to
12/31/2018 revealed discrimination in 2 of 3 complaint-based rental tests. One of those was on the
basis of assistance animal while the other was based on religion. Of the audit-based testing in the
region 5% revealed discrimination; all testing that found discrimination was due to national origin.
Current Fair Housing Action
Since the last Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) was completed the three cities
have taken several steps in addressing the fair housing issues in the region. Many of these activities
have been carried out while partnering with other agencies, including the cities' partnership with
each other. The notable activities are listed below:
• Partnership with the Northwest Fair Housing Alliance (NWFHA)
o Annual workshop for lenders and realtors on fair housing requirements and
principles
o Each city readily makes available the NWFHA fair housing education materials to the
public through online channels
• In Pasco, all landlords and property managers of rental units go through fair housing training
• The two housing authorities operating in the Tri-Cities partner with the cities to conduct fair
housing workshops and ensure access to fair housing materials in efforts to continually
educate the public
• In Richland, every April fair housing materials from the NWFHA are included in the City's
utility bills that are sent to residents
• In each city, fair housing materials are made available in City public areas such as libraries
and common areas in city buildings
• The cities have adopted zoning policies in respect to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) that
aims to address an aspect of the affordable housing issue the region is facing
Impediments to Fair Housing
1. Vacancy rates throughout the Tri-Cities have been stubbornly low for many years, reaching a
rate below 2% in 2018.
An extremely low vacancy rate creates ripple effects through the market which may have impacts
on fair housing issues. The low vacancy rates increase housing costs across the spectrum of housing
options due to the increase in demand the limited supply. This increase in cost has a
disproportionate impact on those low-income households. Similarly, in a low-vacancy market,
landlords have larger pool of potential clients and are more able to filter applicants that they may
deem less risky.
Recommendation
• Continue a proactive orientation towards zoning and density regulations that will minimize
the housing crunch felt in the region.
• The changes to the Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) was a good step in acknowledging the
need for creative solutions to the affordable housing issue in the area.
• Continue to integrate each City's comprehensive plans, particularly focusing on those
housing elements that will increase housing supply at various unit sizes.
2. Supply of housing, particularly affordable housing, for those individuals with a disability and
those elderly households remains very small in relation to the overall housing market.
The population in the Tri-Cities has grown rapidly, even more notably the population living with a
disability and those elderly individuals have become an increasingly large portion of the population.
This fact, paired with the extremely low-vacnacy rate, will put an increasing amount of pressure on
those elderly individuals and those living with a disability to find adequate housing that suits their
needs.
Recommendation
• Continue building code enforcement, ensuring units are accessible to those with special
needs.
• Incentivize landlords and property owners to provide housing that is ADA accessible and
meets the needs of the growing elderly population.
3. Residents, landlords, and property owners do not readily understand all of the fair housing laws
that are applicable in their housing situation.
Increasingly diverse, especially Hispanic, population in the region increases the amount of
protected classes in the Tri-Cities area. Landlords and property owners need to be made completely
aware of the fair housing regulations that apply to their housing units and understand the
consequences of not complying with the fair housing laws. Similarly, residents need to be made
aware of the fair housing regulations that apply when looking for appropriate housing in the Tri-
Cities.
Recommendation
• Continue outreach and media campaign efforts to increase awareness to residents on the
fair housing laws.
• Continue to partner with the Housing Authorities operating in the Tri-Cities, Northwest Fair
Housing Alliance, and the Northwest Justice Projects, to educate residents, landlords, and
property owners on fair housing regulations.
• Because of the increase in diversity and primary languages spoken in the Tri-Cities, it will be
important to make fair housing information available in languages that meet the needs of
the residents.
• Make targeted outreach to landlords and property owners on fair housing regulations.
Given the tight housing market and the increasingly diverse population since the last
Analysis of Impediments was completed, this is a an imperative.
MEMORANDUM TO PLANNING COMMISSION
Cityof PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
IPasco City Hall—525 North Third Avenue—Council Chambers
DATE: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17th, 2019
7:00 PM
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Jacob B. Gonzalez, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Comprehensive Plan Update
This update serves as an opportunity for the Planning Commission to review and provide
comment on the attached Comprehensive Plan elements.
The following elements are included for your review:
• Parks & Open Space
• Resource Lands
• Public Services
• Critical Areas & Shoreline
Planning staff is seeking discussion and welcomes input from the Planning Commission on the
items enclosed.
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Introduction
The planning goals of the Growth Management Act (GMA) encourage communities to
retain open space, enhance recreational opportunities, conserve fish and wildlife
habitat, increase access to natural resource lands and water, and develop parks and
recreation facilities. The purpose of this element is to fulfill that goal and meet the
mandate for required comprehensive plan elements. This element, in concert with the
City of Pasco 2016 Parks, Recreation and Forestry Plan (Parks Plan), guides the future
of park acquisition, development and management to meet the service needs of the
city.
Parks and Recreation Plan
In this discussion, "open space" is used as generic term for all types of parks, game
fields and trails and certain vacant lands. The Parks Plan was updated in 2016 and
includes an inventory, needs analysis, park goals and policies and supporting
background information.
There is a marked difference in the availability of park lands provided in the City from
those areas within the unincorporated portion of the UGA. There are no neighborhood
or community parks within the unincorporated portion of the UGA.
Level of Service Factor
The supply of open space lands within the Pasco urban growth area has expanded with
the population growth. Seven new parks have been added to the park system since
2000. The City of Pasco also assumed the management and maintenance of Chiawana
Park after the County did not renew its lease with the Army Corps of Engineers in
2003. Future park needs or level of service factors have been set in the adopted park
ratios of the Park Plan. Table PO-2 identifies future park standards and needs through
the 20 year planning period. The City is in the process of updating its Parks Plan to
modify the levels of service standards for parks.
This Comprehensive Plan recognizes that the current standards for park land can
cause a much higher need of park land, and can cause a larger boundary for the UGA
area. In order to optimize the park land need in an urban setting in the UGA, the City
considers a level of service in terms of distance from the park instead of acres per
population standards. A park buffer analysis was performed using GIS (Appendix A:
Map XX) with quarter mile and half mile buffers from existing, planned and future
parks.
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The City of Pasco has a strong neighborhood park system providing park areas within
walking distance of most neighborhoods. Neighborhood parks are only one of seven
types of park facilities included within the Parks Plan. Parks facilities existing and
planned include: neighborhood parks, community parks, large urban parks, regional
parks linear parks trails and special use facilities.
Neighborhood Parks
Neighborhood parks include playgrounds and parks designed primarily for non-
supervised, non-organized recreation activities. Neighborhood parks are generally
small (3-7acres) and serve a radius of approximately one-half mile.
Total Neighborhood Park Acreage 105.00
Community Parks
Community parks are typically designed for organized activities and sports, although
individual and family activities are encouraged. Community parks can also provide
indoor facilities to meet a wider range of recreation needs. Community parks can
double as a neighborhood park, although they serve a much larger area. The service
area of a community park is about a one-mile radius.
Total Community Park Acreage 70.77
Large Urban Parks
Large urban parks, like Chiawana Park, are designed to serve the entire community.
They are similar to a community park but much larger. They provide a wide variety of
specialized facilities such as large picnic areas, water related activities, indoor
recreation facilities and sports fields. They require more support facilities such as
parking,restrooms and play areas. Large urban parks usually exceed 50 acres in size.
Total Large Urban Park Acreage 127.00
Regional Parks
Regional parks are large recreational areas that serve the entire city or region. These
parks can be very large and often include one specific use or feature. Sacajawea State
Park is the only regional park in Pasco. Columbia Park in Kennewick, Howard Amon
Park in Richland, and Hood Park in Walla Walla County are examples of other regional
parks in the Tri-City region. These parks offer riverfront and boating facilities as well
as passive recreation opportunities and are within a short travel time for Pasco
residents.
Total Regional Park Acreage 284.00
Linear Parks
Linear Parks are land areas that generally follow a drainage corridor, ravine or some
other elongated feature such as a power line or railroad right-of-way. This type of
park often contains various levels of a trail system and sometimes includes greenbelts.
Total Linear Park Acreage 25.00
Special Use Areas
Special use areas include miscellaneous sites that do not fit into any other category of
park designation. These areas include specialized single purpose fields, sports
complexes and land occupied by major recreation structures.
Total Special Use Areas Acreage 277.68
Trails
Pathways and trails are designed to provide walking, bicycling and other non-
motorized means of linking various parts of the community. The trail system includes
unpaved foot trails used for walking, hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding
while paved trails are used for biking, walking and hiking. The system can consist of
both off-street and on-street trail segments. Many of the current off-street segments
already exist along the waterfront and Interstate 182.
Total Trails Acreage 19.60
Table PO-1 indicates the inventory of park and recreation facilities in Pasco:
Table PO-1: Park and Recreation Inventory
Parks Acres
Special Use Areas
Cable Bridge Park 1.0
City Hall Activity Center 0.5
Dust Devil Stadium/Soccer 99.0
Complex/Softball Complex
Library Park 1.0
Martin Luther King Community Center 0.5
Peanuts Park 0.5
Riverview Park 17.0
Road 36 Soccer Fields 10.0
Schla el Park 3.0
Sun Willows Golf Course 135.18
Volunteer Park 7.0
Wade Park Boat Launch 3.0
Total 298.68
Neighborhood Parks
Capital Park 5.0
Casa Del Sol Park 5.0
Parks Acres
Centennial Park 2.0
Chapel Hill Park 5.0
Desert Dunes Park 5.0
Heritage Park 5.0
Highland Park 10.0
Island Park 5.0
Kurtzman Park 7.0
Liberty Park 5.0
Lincoln Park 5.0
Lucas Park 2.0
Mariposa Park 5.0
McGee Park 10.0
Mercier Park 3.0
Richardson Park 5.0
Sunny Meadows 5.0
Sylvester Park 3.0
Tierra Vida Park 5.0
Vintage Park 8.0
Community Parks
Memorial Park 13.0
County Soccer Park 5.0
Cross Country Course Park 52.77
Total 70.77
Linear Parks
Wade Park 25.0
Total 25.0
Large Urban Parks
Chiawana Park 127.0
Total 127.0
Regional Parks
Saca'awea Park State 284
Trails MIles
FCID proposed Trail 6.4
Sacajawea Heritage Trail 7.0
I-182 Trail 6.2
Park Standards and Needs
Table PO-2: Summary of Park Land and Facilities Needs
Park/Facility Adopted 2018 2018 2018 2038 2038
Type* Standard Inventory Demand Need Demand Need
Neighborhood 2.00 ac/1,000 110 acres 147 37 244 134
Parks pop
Community 2.10 ac/1,000 70 acres 155 85 256 186
Park pop
Large Urban 2.99 ac/1,000 127 acres 220 93 364 237
Parks pop
Regional 8.93 ac/1,000 284 acres 657 373 1088 804
Parks pop
Linear Parks 1.56 ac/1,000 25 acres 115 90 190 165
POP
Special Use 5.80 ac/1,000 298 acres 427 129 707 490
Areas pop
Total 23.38 ac/1,000 914 acres 1,721 807 2,848 2,016
POP
Youth 1 field/2,900
Baseball 10 fields 25 15 42 32
Fields pop
Adult Softball 1 field/3,000 9 fields 24 15 41 32
Fields pop
Soccer Fields 1 field/2,000 30 fields 36 6 61 31
POP
Tennis Courts 1 court/1,500 29 courts 48 19 81 52
POP
Trails 0.50
miles/1,000 19 miles 36 17 61 42
POP
*This table is based on the 2018 OFM population estimate of 73,590 and the OFM projection of
121,828 for 2038.
The adopted standards (level of service) do not take into consideration the benefit
school playgrounds provide in fulfilling park and open space needs. Depending on
where various types of parks are located there could be an overlap in use that is also
not reflected in the standards. A community park could also fulfill neighborhood park
needs for residential subdivision adjacent to community parks. Likewise a large urban
park may double as a community park limiting the need for acquiring additional park
lands. When the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Plan is updated in 2021 additional
refinement of the standards should be considered. For the purposes of the
Comprehensive Plan update it will be assumed there will overlapping use of various
parks to satisfy the level of service. Also, the park buffer analysis as discussed under
the level of service considers about 113 acres of additional park land.About 75 acres of
this are already planned in the city limits, and about 37 to 40 acres of land will be
needed in the UGA area. This doesn't include the need for additional recreational
facilities.
Airport Reserve and Other Park Lands
To protect the public investment and future use of the Tri-Cities Airport, the Port of
Pasco has acquired over 400 acres outside operating boundaries of the airport. The
bulk of these protection lands are located north of I-182,west of the airport and north
of Burden Boulevard. Because these properties were purchased to prohibit or
severely restrict development they are ideal areas for designated open space.
Two hundred and twenty acres of the northern reserve area has never been farmed or
developed.These lands are more or less in a native state except for minor portions that
have been damaged by off-road motorized vehicle activities.These lands are located in
Sections 2 and 11 of Township 9 North, Range 29 East.
The land located in Section 14 between Road 44 and Road 36 is developed with the
Golf-Land driving range and golf course, a 10 acre soccer park maintained by the City
and a 14 acre research/training farm operated by Columbia Basin College. The
balance of the land (53 acres) is more or less in a natural state with the Big Cross
cross-country track occupying 2.2 acres. This land is now under lease with the City.
The City has installed a disc golf course in the middle of the trails. The cross-country
track is used by the Pasco School District for track meets and is maintained by the City.
The general public also uses the track as a walking and jogging trail.
All of the airport reserve property south of I-182 is being used as a grape vineyard.
The Port of Pasco purchased the described lands to preclude development that is not
compatible with airport operations. The land use chapter identifies these lands as
severely restricted for development and as such suggests they be designated as open
space areas. As Airport needs change and future plans are developed not all of the
airport reserve lands may be needed to protect airport operations.
The City also has owned 28 acres on A Street. This land is slated for additional multi
use sports fields once financing is identified.
Parks & Recreation Plan Adopted by Reference
The 2016 City of Pasco Parks, Recreation and Forestry Plan and any amendments or
updates thereto, is hereby adopted and appended to this Comprehensive Plan and
should be referred to for detailed actions related to the planning and development of
parks,recreation facilities and sports fields within the Pasco Urban Growth Area.
Preservation of Open Space
The preservation of open space is a key component of protecting our environmental
quality, disaster mitigation, local goods production and compact communities. The
adopted Park Parks, Recreation and Forestry Plan states that the availability of natural
areas and open space enhances the communities connection to the outdoors, and
offers a variety of recreational opportunities.
Many of the goals and policies identified in the Land Use, Transportation and Capital
Facilities elements of the Comprehensive Plan encourage the preservation of our
natural environment and open space.
Goals & Policies
Parks and Open Space Goals and objectives are contained in Chapter Three of the 2016
City of Pasco Parks, Recreation and Forestry Plan.
Implementation
Implementation Measures are contained in Chapter XX of Volume lI Comprehensive
Plan 2018-2038.
Resource Lands
RCW.70A.170 na-,ndateFy Designation
Introduction
The maintenance and enhancement of natural resource-based industries is a goal of the
Growth Management Act (GMA). As result the GMA requires cities planning under the
act to adopt regulations to assure the conservation of natural resource lands
including mineral resource lands. This element of the Comprehensive Plan describes
and designates mineral resources lands within the UGA.
Resource Lands Defined
Resource lands are those agricultural, forest and mineral lands which have long-term
commercial significance. It is the intent of the Growth Management legislation that these
resource lands be protected and preserved for future generations.This chapter provides
the framework from which future regulations will be developed and or maintained to
preserve resource lands.
Agricultural Lands
Agricultural production occurs within the City and its UGA as a non-conforming
permitted use.Wheat, alfalfa, potatoes, corn and onions are the primary crops produced
within the UGA.
Due to the proximity of urban development, the location of major utility lines, the
location of I-182 and other major roadways, the agricultural lands within the city and
urban growth area do not have long term commercial significance.
The UGA by its very nature was established for the purpose of facilitating and
accommodating urban growth. Lands outside of the growth area are to be protected for
rural activities such as long-term agricultural production. By establishing the UGA,
agricultural lands of long-term commercial significance are being protected.
Mineral Resources
The GMA requires each county and each city in the State to designate, where
appropriate, "mineral resource lands that are not already characterized by urban
growth and that have long term significance for the extraction of minerals." (see RCW
36.70A.170).
The Washington Administrative Code defines mineral resources (WAC 36.190.030 (14)
as lands primarily devoted to the extraction of minerals or that have known potential
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long term commercial significance for mineral extraction.
The Department of Natural Resources Handbook for "Mining Regulations in
Washington" states that the definition of surface mining in RCW 78.44 specifically
excludes the on-site processing of minerals, such as concrete batch plants, asphalt batch
plants, rock crushing, and chemical processing. The Handbook explains that local
jurisdictions can regulate these activities.
The City of Pasco is relying on direction of the Growth Management Act and the
Department of Natural Resources has defined mineral resource lands for the purposes
of Comprehensive Planning (See Appendix I Glossary of Terms) as those lands devoted
to the extraction of minerals.
Designation of Mineral Resource Lands
The Mineral Resources Map for Franklin County (County Comprehensive Plan pg 118)
indicates there are 21 mineral resource sites within Franklin County. The mineral
resource lands were identified through a review of local conditions, DNR surface mining
data (DNR Permits), USGS mapping and Soil Conservation Service soils data. Of the 21
sites identified in the Franklin County map, three are located within the City of Pasco
c"limits. The Pasco Shops site located near the southwest corner of Argent Road and
Stearman Lane Avenue is in fact a stock pile site for the County Road Department and
not a mineral extraction location. The other two sites are located on the western edge of
the community near Harris Road in Section 12, Township 9 North Range 28 East and
Section 7, Township 9 North Range 29 East. The sites (land owned by different owners)
are part of the Central Pre-Mix pit that is used for mineral extraction. These are the only
known mineral resource lands of commercial significance within the UGA. These lands
contain one of the best gravel deposits in Franklin County. Gravel has been mined at this
location since the early 1950's. Prior to that time it has been reported that gold mining
occurred in the area. r„rr„rtl , the only Iotl, , peFmitted mining sites i Pasco aFe
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importance of gravel for construction activities and the lack of other known mineable
sites, there is a need to protect the lands located in Section 12 and Section 7 for mineral
extraction.With the Pasco UGA population project to increase by about 50,148 over the
next 20 years there will be an ever increasing need for mineral resources for new
infrastructure,and residential, commercial and industrial development.
American Rock estimates that there are enough resource materials in these lands that
mining could continue for another 20 to 25 more years. The mining activities on Farm
Unit 84, Irrigation Block 1 will be completed in 2018 enabling the City to reduce the size
of the designated resources lands. With the completion of mining on Farm Unit 84 the
mineral resource lands can be reduced from 492 acres to 330 acres.
Through past planning activities the City has indicated the mined out lands would be an
appropriate location for a lake or marina surrounded with a mixed use commercial and
residential neighborhood. This would allow the mined area to have a useful purpose
once the mining operations cease.
While the lands described above have been designated for mineral extraction, such use
designation is considered an overlay use only. Upon completion of the mineral
extraction the intended and ultimate use of the land is as shown on the land use map
discussed in the Land Use Chapter and as shown in land use map of Appendix SIA.
Mineral Resource Protection
Mineral resource lands, once designated, are to be protected for the extraction of
minerals RCW 36.70A.060 (1)(a). In addition to controlling the density and uses around
the designated mineral resource lands the City will protect mineral resources through
implementation of the notification requirements of RCW 36.70A.060(1)(b). All plats,
short plats, binding site plans and developed plans approved or issued for development
activities within 500 feet of designated mineral resource lands will contain the following
notice:
"This (plat/short plat/etc) is near a designated mineral resource area on which a variety
of commercial activities may occur that are not compatible with residential
development for certain periods of limited duration. An application might be made for
mining-related activities, including mining, extraction, washing, crushing, stockpiling,
blasting transporting,and recycling of minerals."
Extraction of Mineral Resources
Due to their industrial nature gravel pits, mining, and quarries are not permitted uses in
any zoning district. They are considered unclassified uses that are deemed to require
special review to consider, on a case by case basis, their impacts on adjacent uses, and
impacts upon surrounding infrastructure. The granting of a conditional use
permit/special permit for mineral extraction does not guaranty or include using mineral
resource lands for the operation of an asphalt batch plant or concrete pre-mix batch
plant.
Asphalt batch plants, hot mix asphalt batch plants or concrete pre-mix batch plants are
industrial uses permitted only within I-3 Heavy Industrial Districts or upon approval of
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a conditional permit in the I-2 District. Under limited circumstances such uses may be
considered for a conditional permit/special permit in association with the extraction of
minerals on designated mineral resource lands only. Special permit applications for
the location of asphalt batch plants, hot mix asphalt batch plants or concrete pre-mix
batch plants in association with the extraction of minerals on designated mineral
resource lands may not be approved due to the location of the resource lands within the
UGA. In reviewing an application the City will consider the impacts of noise, fumes,
vibrations, dust,traffic,air borne toxins and the issues listed in PMC 25.86.060.
Other Resource Lands
Other than the mineral lands discussed above, there are no known resource lands
within the Pasco UGA.
Goals & Policies
Land Use Goals and Policies are contained in Chapter- Tw Volume I, Comprehensive
Plan 2018-2038.
Implementation
Implementation Measures are contained in Chapter ?? of Volume II Comprehensive
Plan 2018-2038.
Resource Lands Map
The map identifying Mineral Resources Lands in the Pasco UGA can be found in
Appendix A: Map XXV4-9.
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Public Services
Public Services
Introduction
The City of Pasco provides emergency response service in three significant areas:
Emergency Medical, Fire,and Law Enforcement.
Existing Services and Facilities
Fire
Pasco Fire Department (PFD) provides fire suppression, advanced life support
emergency medical services and ambulance transport services, technical rescue
services, and hazardous materials services (through a regional partnership) to its
service area community. The Pasco Fire department, through a contract with the Port
of Pasco, also provides Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting services to the Pasco airport.
As indicated in Figure PS-1,the City has four fully staffed fire stations—Stations 81, 82,
83 and 84. Station 81 is located on Oregon Avenue. Station 82 is located at the Tri-
Cities Airport, Station 83 is on Road 68 north of Argent Road and Station 84 is located
at the intersection of Road 48 and West Octave Street. These stations are manned
staffed by full-time emergency medical personnel,and firefighters.
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The City also maintains a training facility, general administrative offices and the
Franklin County Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) at the northeast corner of
Maitland Avenue and Ainsworth Avenue.
The City cooperates with the Franklin County Fire Protection District No. 3 which is a
Combination Career/volunteer-supported fire protection service. The District has one
fire station in the Riverview area providing service to the unincorporated islands
within west Pasco. The Fire District also maintains a fire station near the corner of
Clark Road and Road 36. This Station can respond to emergencies inside the UGA.
The UGA is served by a total of six fire stations—four within the city limits and two in
the County. However the Tri-Cities community as a whole relies heavily on an
extensive Automatic Aid agreement. The agreement defines the "full effective
response" for Residential fires as 16 to 18 firefighters and Commercial fire responses
as 24-26 firefighters. In most cases none of the agencies can supply that force with
their own on duty staff The PFD experienced 74.7 emergency responses per 1,000
population in its service area in 2015, which is eight more responses per 1,000
population served (or 544 total responses more per year) than the regional median.
Police
Law enforcement services for the City are provided by the City Police Department.
Unincorporated areas of the UGA are served by the County Sheriff.The City and County
law enforcement agencies cooperate readily when the need arises. Pasco currently has
1.03 patrol officers per 1,000 people.
The Pasco Police Department provides service to the community through two
divisions. The Field Operations Division responds to citizen complaints, handles traffic
enforcement, accident investigations, reporting and is primarily responsible for
maintaining public order. The Support Operations Division includes the investigative
services detectives, street crimes unit, Task Force detectives, Area and School
Resource Officers and the Records Division. The primary function of Support
Operations consists of investigating serious criminal offenses, internal affairs
investigations, record management and department wide training.
The City is divided into four patrol districts with a mini-station located in each district.
Police mini-stations are located in Chiawana Park, Kurtzman Park, Central Business
District and Alderwood Square.
The new police department community services building completed construction in
early 2017 as is located on Sylvester Street directly east of Pasco City Hall.
Level of Service
Fire
The adopted standards for emergency incidents as identified in the Emergency
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Public Services
Services Master Plan and by Council Resolution are:
■ Turnout Time: 2:00 minutes or less 90 percent of the time (From the time
dispatched to apparatus enroute).
o Which the fire department meets 67% of the time.
■ Travel Time: 6:00 minutes or less 90 percent of the time (From the time
apparatus is enroute to the arrival of the first apparatus on scene).
o Which the fire department meets 62% of the time.
■ Travel Time: 6:00 minutes or less 90 percent of the time (For the arrival of
an advanced life support apparatus).
o Which the fire department meets 74% of the time.
■ Travel Time: 12:00 minutes or less 90 percent of the time (For the arrival of
the full first alarm assignment at a fire suppression event).
o Which the fire department meets 50% of the time.
There are two areas that impact the travel time in an incident response. Both are
related to travel distance. One is the distance for the first due station to travel and the
other is coverage by a second due station when the first due is on a previous call.
The determining factor in adding additional fire stations will be the ability of the fire
department to meet council established travel times. Developing areas outside the 6
minute travel time will impact the ability to provide service throughout the city.
Multiple simultaneous events within the same stations service area drives the need to
add additional staffing at existing stations or add additional stations as well as
impacting travel times as units from stations further away must cover the 2nd or 3rd
incident.
Police
The current service standard is one patrol district and mini-station for approximately
18,000 residents. Police services are delivered to the community by direct contact with
officers who are permanently assigned to each patrol district. They are further
supported by the assignment of Area Resource Officers who connect and build a
collaborative partnership with the community and assist in problem-solving to
provide excellent law enforcement services. Specialty services are also delivered in
these areas.
■ Area Resource Officer
■ School Resource Officer
■ Detectives
■ Street Crimes Unit
■ Taskforce Officers
■ Traffic Enforcement
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Public Services
■ Homeless Liaison Officers
Projected Demand
Fire
The Emergency Services Master Plan examines low, moderate and high risk land areas
in order to provide services. Much of the east Pasco industrial and Port owned lands
are considered high risk as opposed to residential developments as low risk areas.
Commercial and office uses in the City Center areas and along Road 68 are considered
moderate risk areas.
Pasco Emergency Services Master Plan 2016 projects service demand through 2040.
According to this plan, PFD service demand grew by over 20 percent in the last five
years. Based on projected population growth, PFD can expect to see service demand
continue to increase. Fires (of all types) demonstrate the lowest rate of increase. This
reflects a national trend and can be attributed to improvements in building codes and
fire prevention over the last several decades. EMS is expected to continue to be the
predominant factor affecting service demand. Other incidents (including haz-mat,
alarm sounding, and service calls) not involving actual fires are predicted to increase
in part due to the use of automatic alarm systems, which decrease the number of
actual fires but increase service demand.
Police
As the population increases, additional patrol districts and mini-stations will be
established to maintain quality service level.
Future Services
As development occurs within the City and portions of the UGA are annexed, the need
for Police and Fire services will also need to be expanded. The increased service
demands and costs will be offset by added revenues associated with development.
Development into the far northwest portions of the UGA will also bring with it a need
for additional fire stations and Police Mini-Stations along with new police patrol
districts and mini-stations.
The 2016 Pasco Emergency Services Master Plan, proposes a reconfiguration of
stations and an extended service area as shown in Figure PS-2. This will be completed
by the end of 2021. Property for an additional station has been purchased at 3624
Road 100.Additional station locations need to be determined in the Northwest area of
the city and in the industrial area off the Kartchner interchange.
Figure PS-2: Proposed Reconfiguration of Stations 2020 - 2021
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Adoption of Plans by Reference
The Police Services Strategic Plan and amendments,and the Pasco Emergency Services
Master Plan, 2016 and 2017 Strategic Plan thereto are hereby adopted and made a
part of Comprehensive Plan by reference.
Goals & Policies
Land Use Goals and Policies are contained in Chapter Two of Volume I, Comprehensive
Plan 2018-2038.
Implementation
Implementation Measures are contained in Chapter XX of Volume II Comprehensive
Plan 2018-2038.
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Critical Areas/Shorelines
RCW 36.70A.170 (Critical Areas)
RCW 36.70A (Shorelines)
Introduction
Critical areas are defined by the GMA (RCW 36.70A.030 [51) as wetlands, aquifer
recharge areas with critical recharging effect on aquifers used for potable water,
frequently flooded areas, fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas and geological
hazard areas. In an ecological or natural sense these lands provide beneficial values
and functions by restoring ground water levels (as in aquifer recharge) serve as flood
protection zones (wetlands) and provide critical food production areas for sustaining
fish&wildlife (habitat).
Geologically hazardous areas are deemed critical in the sense that they present
hazards to life and property. These areas include lands that are susceptible to erosion,
landslides, earthquakes and other geological hazards.
The City under the provisions of the GMA is required to identify critical areas and
adopt regulations for the protection of these areas. The City uses the best available
science in developing policies and development regulations to protect the functions
and values of critical areas and give special consideration to conservation or
protection measures. Maps of designated critical areas are shown in Appendix Pm.
Critical Areas
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Wetlands
Wetlands are defined in the GMA (RCW 36.70A.030 [21]) as areas that are saturated
with surface water or ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support,
and under normal circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation typically
adapted to life in saturated soil conditions. Wetlands generally include swamps,
marshes,bogs, and similar areas. Wetlands perform key ecological functions for water
quality,hydrology and habitat as described in Table X.
Table CA-1 -Wetland Functions
Key Functions Wetland Functions
• Reduces siltation and erosion
Water Quality • Provides water filtration
• Moderates water temperature
Hydrology • Stores water to reduce flooding and contributes to base flows
Habitat • Provides aquatic and woody vegetated habitat for fish and wildlife
Development of the CBP has directly and indirectly caused the formation of many of
the wetlands within the County through water management actions and associated
facilities. The GMA specifically excludes artificial wetlands intentionally created from
non-wetland sites, including but not limited to irrigation and drainage ditches, grass-
lined swales, canals, detention facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, and farm
ponds.
Many wetlands are considered unintentional wetlands, resulting from localized
conditions such as seepage from irrigation ditches. These types of wetlands are
considered jurisdictional wetlands regulated by state wetland law. Improving water
management practices (such as implementation of water conservation practices),
which is happening through projects and practices implemented in Franklin County
and even in some areas of the City, affects the size and number of wetlands and
associated habitats. However, if the irrigation practices are changed (such as
implementation of water conservation practices), and the wetland dries up and no
longer performs wetland functions,then no mitigation is required (Ecology 2010I[BF1]).
In Franklin County, wetlands can be found along the margins, side channels and
islands of the Columbia and Snake Rivers. Wetlands mapping and characterization of
functions and values were prepared as part of the City's Shoreline Master Program
update (Anchor QEA I2014I[BF2]). Wetlands primarily exist along the Columbia River
shoreline, but some interior wetlands also are present, established either directly or
indirectly from irrigation water. Of the 48 acres of wetlands mapped within the City,
approximately 29 acres are within shoreline jurisdiction.
The shoreline maps identify wetlands within the Pasco UGA in areas along the river
shore particularly in Sacajawea State Park and in the lowlands on the Columbia River
bend. There are some locations between these two areas that are also highlighted as
possible wetlands. These maps were produced with the use of imagery which
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according to the map instructions has an inherent margin of error. The instructions
caution that an on-the-ground inspection is needed to verify the imagery for accuracy.
Much of the Pasco shoreline has been altered due to the construction of the levees that
line the shoreline with large basalt riprap. Levee service roads, drainage facilities and
pumping facilities are located directly behind the levees. The areas between the levees
without riprap have been altered by the removal and replacement of soils with a clay
barrier designed to keep the river from seeping into the community.
However, even with these alterations, some riparian and floodplain wetland areas still
exist along the Columbia and Snake rivers, and these support a variety of plant and
animal species. Black cottonwood is the dominant plant species in lowland riparian
areas and plays a key role in the integrity of riparian systems (USBR 2008). Other
species include a variety of willow species, red-osier dogwood, aspen, water birch,
serviceberry, as well as invasive species such as Russian Olive. Reptile and amphibian
species found in these habitats include western painted turtle, spotted frog, gopher
and garter snakes, and others. Small mammals include beaver, river otter, muskrat,
mink, porcupines, raccoons, skunks, and bats. Common avian species include Wilson's
phalarope,belted kingfisher, peregrine falcon, and woodpeckers. Species of waterfowl
that utilize the wetland and riparian habitats within the affected area include mallard,
American wigeon,pelicans and others (USFWS 2008, 201I[sF3]2).
Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas
Two types of habitat conservation areas exist within the City, aquatic and upland.
Upland includes both riparian and shrub-steppe habitat in the City.
Aquatic Habitat
The aquatic habitat within the City consists of the Columbia and Snake rivers. The
quality of the aquatic habitat within these systems is controlled by a number of key
ecosystem features that combine to provide important ecological functions (or
ecosystem services) and support an interconnected array of species, including
numerous salmonids species listed as threatened under the ESA. Aquatic habitat
features that support healthy salmonids stocks likely also support other aquatic
dependent and aquatic-associated birds and terrestrial species. Some ecosystem
features applicable to aquatic habitat within the shoreline management jurisdiction of
the City include water quality (including presence of contaminants as well as water
temperature); water depth; instream cover (such as presence of large rocks and
woody debris); substrate size; aquatic and riparian vegetation; and floodplain extent
and health.
The aquatic habitat in the Pasco UGA consists of the Columbia and Snake Rivers.While
there are no known spawning beds in the UGA, upper Columbia and Middle Columbia
Steelhead,Upper Columbia Spring-Run Chinnok, Sockeye,and Bull Trout/Dolly Varden
occur in the rivers.The US Fish and Wildlife Service lists the Bull Trout as a threatened
species. The National Marine Fisheries Service lists the Snake River Sockeye,
Spring/Summer Chinook and Fall Chinook as threatened species. The Steelhead is also
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listed as a threatened species. The river system through the UGA is listed as a critical
habitat for the listed anadromous fish species (Berger/Abam Engineers, Inc Port of
Pasco Industrial Center Shoreline Master Plan SEPA 2008).
The listed fish species migrate by Pasco as juveniles from April to July and as adults
April through October. Waterfowl also pass through Pasco during their annual
migration.
Shrub-steppe Habitat
Shrub-steppe upland habitat is the largest native land cover type in Franklin County
and is also found within the City as small remnant patches. In some areas, shrub-
steppe communities abut or nearly abut shoreline areas, and there are small remnants
of shrub-steppe habitat interspersed among the irrigated agricultural fields that
displaced the original habitat. The primary remaining shrub-steppe plant association
type in the City area is the big sagebrush-bunch wheatgrass association.
Riparian Areas
Riparian areas are located along the shorelines of the City, with varying levels of
structural diversity and productivity in terms of organic material, with reductions in
diversity and productivity due to levees and upland developed areas. Habitat
characteristics of healthy riparian areas include a connected corridor for fish and
wildlife travel, vegetation types adapted to wetter soils, occasional flooding, and
natural disturbance regimes. Riparian areas also offer important functions for species
that inhabit the shrub- steppe, as well as species more limited in range to the riparian
zone. For shrub-steppe species, they provide a critical water source and often a more
productive environment for forage, escape,thermal cover, and nesting sites. For many
species,they provide critical winter habitat.
Habitat Modifications
Similar to wetland habitat,the native or natural landscape and environment within the
Pasco UGA has been subject to high levels of disturbance because of ongoing
agricultural production, industrial and commercial activities and other forms of urban
development for over 100 years. The construction and operation of the transportation
system (barge, rail, highway, and airport) mineral extraction, development of urban
parks,schools and other concentrated urban development has significantly diminished
the functions and values of natural areas for habitat. The remaining natural sites
containing remnants of the original shrub-steppe environment are fragmented in
areas that pose serious conflicts for the encouragement of wildlife habitat. The areas
enclosed within the Tri-Cities Airport (the third busiest airport in the state) are
marginal habitat. For the safety of airport operations and the threat these operations
pose to wildlife encouraging the protection of habitat around the runways is not
appropriate. The site at the northwest corner of Broadmoor Boulevard and Harris
Road is occupied by a farming operation, South Columbia Irrigation District facilities
and the Central Pre-Mix mineral extraction facility. Much of this area is reserved for
the production of mineral resources. (See the Resource Lands Chapter)
The riparian environment in the Pasco UGA has been significantly altered over the
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years such that the values and functions have been seriously diminished. The
Sacajawea State Park and the low lying areas west of Shoreline Road north of Harris
Road are the exceptions. The State Park and the Columbia Bend area are both adjacent
aquatic systems (Columbia & Snake Rivers) that contain elements of both aquatic and
terrestrial ecosystems which mutually influence each other. The western portion of
Chiawana Park may also provide some beneficial functions and values for riparian
habitat.
Aquifer Recharge Areas
Pasco obtains most of its water from the Columbia River and not ground water
aquifers. Water is pump from the river upstream from the Cable Bridge and treated at
the filter plant located on West "A" Street. A secondary diversion point for pumping
water from the river is located at the far western edge of the city south of Harris Road.
This pumping facility is currently used for irrigation water. The city also operates a
number of wells that provide untreated water for irrigation purposes. The irrigation
water from these wells comes from aquifer sources.
The Franklin Conservation District has identified four primary aquifer recharge areas
in Franklin County as follows: 1) the irrigated portions of the county; 2) the Scooteney-
Eagle Lakes area; 3) areas behind the Snake River dams; and 4) the Washtucna Coulee.
The only areas of Pasco that may be considered for aquifer recharge per the
Conservation District are the few remaining irrigated farm fields. These fields do not
have long term commercial significance for farming. These fields are also not unique
geologic features that naturally support aquifer recharge. Without the irrigation and
farming activity these lands would not be considered significant recharge lands. All
significant aquifer recharge areas within Franklin County are located outside the Pasco
UGA.
Frequently Flood Areas
The last damaging floods to occur in Pasco were in the late 1940's early 1950's. Since
the construction of the Columbia and Snake River dams and levee system Pasco has
not experienced a major flood. According to the Franklin County Comprehensive Plan
2007 (p. 35) the areas most susceptible to flooding in Franklin County are the
Esquatzel Coulee and the Kahlotus Creek areas. Both of these flood prone areas are
located to the north of the Pasco UGA. The southern end of the Esquatzel Coulee
disappears into the farm circles around the north end of the Tri-Cities Airport.
Approximate flooded hazard areas for the Pasco UGA are identified on the Flood
Insurance Rate Maps prepared by FEMA. These maps classify floods by category. Most
of the UGA is located in a flood zone "C"—areas designated as minimal flood hazard
areas. Certain areas of the UGA, such as the Juvenile pond (the Corp of Engineers
Drainage pond south of"A" Street), are designated as "A" zones—areas of special flood
hazard. Special flood hazard areas are also located in Sacajawea State Park and along
the shoreline in the Columbia Bend area. There are some areas behind the levees that
are incorrectly identified on the Flood Rate Maps as zone "A". The city is in the process
of requesting a map revision to correct the inaccurate designation. Due to the limited
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number of areas of potential flooding the Critical Areas Map does not reflect those
areas. Please refer to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) maps for
that information.
Geological Hazardous Areas
A geological hazard is a natural geologic structure or event that places life and
property in danger. The GMA defines geologically hazardous areas as "areas that
because of their susceptibility to erosion, sliding, earthquake, or other geological
events, are not suited to the siting of commercial, residential, or industrial
development consistent with public health or safety concerns". [RCW 36.70A.030(9)]
In the United States each year, geologic or natural hazards cause hundreds of deaths
and cost billions of dollars in property damage and disruption of commerce. These
hazards include earthquakes, landslides, mud flows, rock slides, volcanic eruptions,
liquefaction,land subsidence (sinkholes),and expansive soils.
There are a number of canyons, coulees, unique rock formations and cliffs within
Franklin County none of which are in the Pasco UGA. It is within these geological
features that most of the County's hazards related to erosion, landslides and rockslides
can occur. There are no cliffs, canyons or coulees within the Pasco UGA. Slopes of 15
percent or more can be found to the west of Dent Road in the northwest portion of the
UGA and to the west of the Tri-Cities Airport in Sections 11 and 14.
The three principal natural factors that influence landslide-related hazards are
topography, geology and precipitation. As noted above the Pasco UGA is devoid of
cliffs, canyons coulees and other geological features that pose threats to life and
property from rock slides or various types of landslides. There are however, slopes in
excess of 15 percent in Sections 11 and 14 west of the airport and along the west side
of the north/south portion of Dent Road. The third natural factor to influence
landslides is precipitation. Slope saturation by water is the leading cause of landslides.
Pasco receives between 5 and 7 inches of precipitation a year, an insignificant amount
to cause any concern about slope saturation.
A majority of the earthquakes in Washington occur around Puget Sound. Eastern
Washington experiences low seismic activity except for the western edge of the
Columbia Basin and the Washington-Oregon border areas. The most recent
earthquake of note to occur near Pasco was located northwest of Othello and occurred
on December 20, 1973.This was 4.4 magnitude earthquake.
Liquefaction susceptibility is influenced by the process that created various soil
deposits. Saturated alluvial soils or Aeolian soils are most susceptible to liquefaction.
According to mapping prepared by the Washington Department of Natural Resources
(DNR) there are two areas within the Pasco UGA that may be susceptible to
liquefaction. These areas include the low lying lands in the Columbia Bend area and a
band of land stretching southeasterly along the Columbia River from Road 52 to the
Snake River. The (Critical Areas Map [sF41a generalized location of lands that may be
susceptible to possible liquefaction. This map can only be considered a general guide
and should not be used as a substitute for on-site investigation. Past on-site studies
(Shannon and Wilson Technical Memo 07/2008) have shown the composition of the
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soils within the mapped liquefaction area are not all prone to liquefaction.
In addition,the Port of Pasco formally requested an amendment to the Comprehensive
Plan to remove the critical areas designation from their Osprey Pointe development
area based on a 2009 on-site geotechnical investigation from Landau Associates
concluding the area is not at widespread risk for liquefaction.
In summary, the risk of a geological event is minimal. For such an event to occur the
ground would have to be saturated to coincide with the timing of an earthquake.
Present development standards are in place to address this issue.
Critical Areas - Maps
The Critical Areas Map located in Appendix A identifies general locations of probable
critical areas. Additional onsite investigation may be required at the time of
development to determine the full extent of these critical areas.
Introduction - Shorelines
Shoreline Management Act (SMA)
The State Shoreline Management Act
(SMA) was established in 1971 and
approved by a voter referendum in - -
1972. The goal of the SMA was "to
prevent the inherent harm in an
uncoordinated and piecemeal
development of the state's shorelines." -�-- --
Shorelines include all marine waters, --
streams with flow of more than 20
cubic feet per second, lakes 20 acres
and larger and shorelands that extend
200 upland from the water's edge.
In developing Shoreline Master
Programs local jurisdictions are required to give preference to uses along shorelines in
the following order:
1. Recognize and protect the statewide interest over local interest
2. Preserve the natural character of the shoreline
3. Results in long term over short term benefit
4. Protect the resources and ecology of the shoreline
S. Increase public access to publicly owned areas of the shoreline
6. Increase recreational opportunities for the public in the shoreline
7. Provide any other elements as defined in RCW 90.58.100 deemed
appropriate or necessary.
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(See RCW 90.58.020)
Growth Management and Shorelines
The goals and policies of the City's Shoreline Master Program are considered an
element of this Comprehensive Plan according to RCW 36.70A.480, along with the
shorelines regulations.
There are eight land use and water elements within the Shoreline Master Program.
The implementation goals for each element are as follows:
1. Economic Development: Economic development is to be encouraged
along the shoreline with minimal disruption to the environment while
enhancing the quality of life. The Port of Pasco Master Plan for
redevelopment of the Port supports this element.
2. Public Access and Recreation: While preserving ecological systems
diverse, convenient and adequate recreational opportunities are
encouraged for all residents. The City and Franklin County recently
completed construction on new a new boat launch, dock, and parking
facilities at Road 54 for enhance access to the river. The Marine
Terminal/Boat Basin Plan, approved by Pasco city Council in December
of 2010 (Resolution 3292) and the Rivershore Linkage and Amenity
Plan approved by council in July of 2012 (Resolution 3413) also address
issues of river access in support of this element.
3. Circulation: This element deals with the location and extent of major
streets and transportation routes through the community. The goal is to
assure efficient movement of people, goods and services with minimum
disruptions to the shoreline environment. The City and the Port have
over the last few years collectively been adding trails along the shoreline
to complete the Sacajawea Heritage Trail on the Pasco side of the
Columbia River. The Marine Terminal/Boat Basin Plan and the Pasco
Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan adopted by council in October 2011
(Resolution 3347) support this element.
4. Shoreline Use and Modification: The Shoreline Use and Modification
Element considers the pattern and distribution of land uses on the
shorelines and uses associated with the rivers. The goal is to encourage
the best possible land and water use allocations without diminishing the
quality of the natural and human environment. The Rivershore Linkage
and Amenity Plan also supports this element.
S. Conservation: This element deals with the preservation of the natural
shoreline resources the goals is to conserve and enhance the renewable
resources of the region and conserve fragile, scenic areas and restore
damaged ecosystems where feasible.
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6. Historic, Cultural, Scientific, and Educational Resources: The History
and Cultural Element deals with the natural restoration of areas
blighted by abandoned and dilapidated structures. Part of the goal is to
provide protection to object, sites and structures that are significant to
history, architecture,archaeology or culture.
7. Flood Hazard Management:The Flood Hazard Management Element is
designated to protect public safety within river floodways and
floodplains, to protect natural systems by preserving the flood storage
function of floodplains, and to diminish potential hazards that may be
caused by inappropriate development in areas where severe and costly
flooding is anticipated to occur, while recognizing that water levels in
Columbia and Snake rivers are generally stable as part of the USACE
McNary Pool project.
B. Private Property Rights: The Private Property Rights element
recognizes and protects private property rights in shoreline uses and
developments consistent with the public interest.
Goals & Policies
Goals and Policies are contained in Chapter Two of Volume I, Comprehensive Plan
2018-2038, and in the City's adopted Shoreline Master Program. Shoreline goals and
policies are incorporated by reference as part of the Comprehensive Plan goals and
policies.
Implementation
Pasco's shoreline consists of approximately S1S acres of land on the Columbia and
Snake rivers shoreline. An SMP was developed and adopted by the Pasco City Council
and approved by the Department of Ecology in 2016. This Comprehensive Plan
incorporates the SMP by reference. The SMP aims to utilize Pasco's shoreline for
various water-oriented uses and facilities while protecting the ecological functions and
cultural and historic values of the shoreline. The SMP designates seven shoreline
environments as follows:
■ Aquatic
■ Natural
■ Urban Conservancy
■ Recreation
■ Shoreline Residential
■ Public Flood Protection
■ High Intensity
The SMP includes shoreline use and modification regulations, along with critical areas
regulations specific to shoreline areas, to guide development, maintain no net loss of
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ecological functions,and provide for continued public access.
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