Council adopts permitting-timeline code changes and related resolutions to align with state law

Dec 2, 2024

Council adopted Ordinance 33 45 and related resolutions to align Port Townsend's permit timelines with the state's new requirements (SB 5290), authorizing measures such as on-call contracting, contingent hiring, and required applicant meetings to avoid fee refunds and preemption.

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The council considered Ordinance 33 45 and two linked resolutions to update local permitting procedures to align with the state’s recent legislation intended to streamline permit review timelines.

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