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City planning staff framed the discussion by noting that parking requirements can make housing development infeasible. Staff cited typical construction costs for parking spaces ($10,000 for surface stalls; about $24,000 and up for structured parking, with some local estimates as high as $50,000 per stall in the Puget Sound region) and said existing code already allows some parking reductions near frequent transit.

Councilmembers from across the political spectrum expressed broad support for pursuing a citywide study rather than limiting the review to specific areas. Several members stressed the need for a comprehensive approach that pairs any code changes with improvements in sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure and a clearer plan for rights-of-way management.

Key issues staff and council asked to analyze before drafting final code amendments included: whether some uses (for example, large retail or weekly-event venues) should retain minimums to avoid localized spillover; approaches to ensure ADA access when parking minimums are removed; provisions for loading zones, deliveries and short-term stopping; EV charging infrastructure or readiness; bike parking; enforcement of on-street parking to avoid long-term occupancy of curb space; and incentives or permit tools to coordinate developer-provided parking where needed.

Staff outlined a preliminary schedule: stakeholder outreach (including development-review groups and the Chamber of Commerce), Planning Commission review in early spring and a return to council in late summer with recommended code amendments. No ordinance or final policy was adopted at Monday's meeting; the item was a study-and-direction discussion and council did not take a final vote.

Public comment prior to the discussion included multiple residents who urged the council to remove parking minimums to help reduce housing costs and allow small-scale neighborhood developers to build modest multiunit housing. Speakers warned of potential increased on-street parking demand and asked the city to accelerate enforcement and retain protections such as ADA parking where needed.

Councilmembers said they expect staff to present pros and cons and recommended best practices from other jurisdictions (staff cited case studies from Spokane, Wash., and Beaverton, Ore.) and to recommend whether any exemptions or phased approaches are appropriate. Several councilmembers emphasized that the market and lenders also influence how much parking developers provide and that the city's role should focus on removing regulatory barriers while ensuring safety and access.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Shoreline - City Council Regular Meeting - Feb 24, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Councilmembers signaled support for studying the citywide removal of parking minimums to reduce development costs and increase housing supply. Staff will analyze impacts, including ADA access, loading zones, EV charging, bike parking and enforcement, and return to the council after Planning Commission review.","taxTitle","Shoreline, King County, Washington","taxId",5093,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6664125,"Shoreline Council unanimously adopts resolution affirming city as safe, welcoming place for LGBTQIA2S+ people",950,952000,1902000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2385945-a44d73dc3192e63031186d948ef6b7a6&start=952&end=1902","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2385945-a44d73dc3192e63031186d948ef6b7a6/thumbnail_952000.jpg","/articles/6664125/Shoreline/King-County/Washington/Shoreline-Council-unanimously-adopts-resolution-affirming-city-as-safe-welcoming-place-for-LGBTQIA2S-people","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6664125-68159ecb3a17c6c21e8cd49b4a13b4fd/orig.mp4?Expires=1776049495&Signature=NAF2eL4T6Rd2uRoGV7-~s3r9i8qXp71ojfdndaqYv3Pl7sGT6gSo3WFXnpum~SFXxSLQrBAOLwRwQxaOa-1kKuKJixi9~wtQD2SO7B1TQrQ1Tn6dZKoKBtm1EPJNzArpVKdxpKht2NRE5J32QS-KrZF~R~mCUKfcxoj3kQ~-7KKiabBVpaGXNQ4dF1t74IwQ9NpqQRZb1zLZAqpMaeYJoLrkR7yswmtZKvkLRyDAmIQLRnVMvor5vh1~VwDh26tWYx8YvOPd-gSJfwMp0HBUpH4GyrS93YMc3UeEHyBl~ash-QaTHfHOZRjj~3D7HvBXRP8m1Q-nCtuU7UwyZ3ZJYg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Shoreline City Council voted unanimously Monday to adopt Resolution 5-42, a statement reaffirming the city's commitment to ensuring that people of all gender identities, sexual orientations and gender expressions feel safe and supported in Shoreline.

The resolution, presented to council by a member of the city manager's office, was sponsored by Councilmember Robertson and Councilmember Scully and passed on a unanimous voice vote after public comment and council remarks.

Council staff said the resolution builds on a previous city declaration (Resolution 4-01) and responds to local and national concerns about harassment and threats directed at LGBTQIA2S+ people. Jim Hammond of the city manager's office described the measure as a focused reaffirmation of the city's existing commitment to an inclusive community.

Public commenters told the council the resolution could have life-saving impacts. Fran Rourke, a longtime Shoreline resident and health-care worker, said she has transported transgender people who were suicidal and called for safe spaces and support. \"I speak in favor,\" Rourke said.

Jess (Jesse) Brammer, who identified as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, urged passage and pointed to research showing lower rates of depression and suicide among LGBTQ youth who live in accepting communities. \"Every time a city, a school, or any institution declares itself a safe haven, it throws a lifeline to someone who may be struggling,\" Brammer said.

Kevin Barrett, who noted he serves as president of the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce but was speaking as a private citizen, also voiced support and urged the council to send a clear public message against discrimination.

On the council floor, Robertson urged swift action and thanked residents who requested the city adopt a specific statement similar to actions taken by other municipalities. Several council members recounted personal connections to LGBTQ people and expressed that a public reaffirmation could help those feeling threatened in the current national climate. The clerk recorded each council member voting \"aye,\" and the mayor announced the motion passed unanimously.

The resolution does not direct a specific implementation program or appropriation; staff described it as a public-policy statement and noted it was brought forward for formal council affirmation. Councilmembers said they expect the adopted language to serve as a basis for outreach and ongoing community support activities.

The council moved on to other business after adopting the resolution; no further action on enforcement or a city program was recorded at Monday's meeting.","The Shoreline City Council on Feb. 24 adopted Resolution 5-42, reaffirming the city's commitment to safety, equity and inclusion for LGBTQIA2S+ residents. The measure passed unanimously after public testimony from community members and a staff presentation.","actionData","errors"]

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Shoreline council leans toward studying citywide elimination of parking minimums; staff to flesh out impacts

Shoreline Council unanimously adopts resolution affirming city as safe, welcoming place for LGBTQIA2S+ people