City of Edmonds adopted its 2024 -2044 Comprehensive Plan 'Everyone's Edmonds' on Dec 17th, 2024. This update includes significant policy changes to meet future growth requirements set by the GMA, PSRC, and Snohomish County.
To align with new Washington State laws on housing diversity, affordability, and equity, the City must update its Community Development Code by July 2025.
The City has begun updating two key sections of its development code: Middle Housing, to support a diverse range of mid-scale housing options, and Neighborhood Centers and Hubs, which are designated growth areas identified in the Comprehensive Plan.
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Failure to meet the state requirements on time for 'Middle Housing' will result in the Department of Commerce's model ordinance superseding local regulations. For not meeting other state requirements, Edmonds would become ineligible for grants and subject to litigation for noncompliance.
Department of Commerce provides some level of guidance to develop these regulations. However, state also provides some flexibility for local choices in adopting ordinances that fit the community. Therefore, City is keen on providing community engagement opportunities as part of the code update process.
As progress is made, the City will share key project information, schedules, engagement opportunities, and summaries of Planning Board and City Council discussions to keep the community informed and involved.
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