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Public Notice and Participation

Most land use applications require that notice be given to the public about the proposed land use application. The notice allows the public to comment on the proposal. Public notice is not typically required for a construction permit, unless the permit includes review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).

Notice can include a public information sign posted near the project site, notice by mail to owners within 500 feet of the proposal, a notice published in local newspapers, and the city’s Weekly Permit Bulletin. Not every land use proposal requires a public notice sign to be posted.

Weekly Permit Bulletins and Notice for Public Comments

Each week Project Managers post required public notices here. See below for active and past project notices.

2023

To attend the 2023 Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Map amendment hearings on Monday, November 6th and review agenda items, please visit the City Council Events Calendar. Information including location and attendance options (virtual, call-in, in-person) is provided on the site.

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Land Use Notices

2022

Public Notice Signs and Templates

Signs are posted at certain project sites, informing the public of proposed land use actions and comment periods, please see the handout below for more information.

Public Notice Sign Template and Installation Instructions

Online Permit Review and Status

To view attachments related to a proposed project please visit the Permit Center to access the City’s online portals.

Planning Commission and City Council Public Meetings

Public Records Requests

Public records will be made available for inspection based upon a mutually agreed upon schedule by City staff and the requester. Please visit the Public Records Request page for more information.