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Staff previews parking-code changes tied to recent state laws; public hearing set for June
Summary
City planners introduced draft parking-code updates meant to implement recent state bills affecting ADU parking near transit, parking minimums for affordable/senior multi-family housing, and technical parking-lot standards; staff warned pending statewide legislation could further limit local parking requirements.
Planning staff briefed the council on proposed updates to Edmonds’ parking code on May 6, noting several state laws already in force and additional legislation pending on the Governor’s desk.
Staff said the draft implements recent state changes that affect accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and multifamily housing. House Bill 1337 increased the distance threshold for ADU parking exemptions near a major transit stop to 0.5 mile (from 0.25 mile), and House Bill 2343 limits…
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