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July 7th, 2026 - City Council Meeting
Published: Jul 7, 2026
Council Debates Increasing Affordable Housing Fee Exemptions for New Developments and Additions
The council considered changes to the city's inclusionary affordable housing program, specifically focusing on increasing exemptions for affordable housing fees. The planning commission recommended increasing the exemption for new multi-unit developments from 1,500 to 1,750 sq ft, and for single-unit developments, additions, and tear-downs/rebuilds to 3,000 sq ft, while exempting involuntary rebuilds of any size. The council debated these recommendations, with significant discussion on the impact of larger exemptions on housing affordability and neighborhood character. Ultimately, the council leaned towards adopting the planning commission's recommendations, with further discussion planned on specific implementation details like averaging for multi-unit developments and potential guardrails for additions.
Overlay Projects Tabled Amidst Concerns on Paint, Safety Features, and Road Selection
The council discussed overlay projects for road improvements, including the use of thermal paint and improved lane delineations for safety. Concerns were raised about the project timeline, the cost difference between paint types, the effectiveness of reflectors, and the safety of specific road segments like 212. The council ultimately voted to table the decision on the overlay projects, requesting more information on specific road segments and the cost implications of alternative materials and safety features before proceeding.
Council Debates Rezoning Eligibility for Properties with Critical Areas
The council discussed proposed changes to criteria-based quasi-judicial rezones, specifically concerning properties encumbered by critical areas. The planning commission recommended that properties with critical areas should remain eligible for rezoning, regardless of the percentage of the property affected. The council deliberated on this recommendation, with a majority supporting the planning commission's stance, while one member opposed it, citing concerns about potential impacts on sensitive areas and the city's character. The proposal to move this to a public hearing ultimately failed.
Seamish Removes Ineligible Regional Growth Center Language from Comprehensive Plan
The council unanimously approved removing language from the comprehensive plan that pursued a PSRC regional growth center designation. This change reflects a realization that Seamish is not eligible for such a designation due to its scale and development intensity. The amended language will direct growth towards local centers and sub-areas consistent with the future land use map, aligning with the city's established vision for growth.
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