DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE Michels Laydown Yard Permit No. TUM-25-0730 August 14, 2026 Description of Proposal: The applicant is proposing an extension of their laydown yard with infiltration pond, overflow parking lot, and frontage improvements on Dowcor Lane. The development will include infrastructure, frontage improvements, and open space. Applicant: Troy Halbach, PO Box 128; 817 Main Street, Brownsville, WI 53006. Location of Proposal: Parcels totaling approximately 10.5 acres located at 9435 Dowcor Lane SW and 2440 93rd Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98502. Tax Parcel Numbers 12721120200, 12721120201, 12721120202 and 12721120400. Lead agency: City of Tumwater, Community Development Department. As provided by RCW 43.21C.240 and WAC 197-11-158, the lead agency has determined that the requirements for environmental analysis, protection, and mitigation measures have been adequately addressed in the applicable development regulations and comprehensive plan adopted under RCW 36.70A and in other local, state, or federal laws or rules. Therefore, this proposal is not likely to have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c), and the lead agency will not require additional mitigation measures under SEPA. This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request. The lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date below. Comments must be submitted no later than August 28, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. Date: August 14, 2026 Responsible Official: Brad Medrud, AICP Community Development Director Contact person: Alex Baruch, Senior Planner 555 Israel Road SW Tumwater, WA 98501 abaruch@ci.tumwater.wa.us Appeals of this DNS must be made to the City of Tumwater Community Development Department, no later than September 3, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. All appeals shall be in writing, be signed by the appellant, be accompanied by a filing fee of $2,000.00 and set forth the specific basis for such appeal, error alleged, and relief requested. IPL0365503 Aug 14 2026