Commission asks staff to explore green‑space requirements for multifamily developments

Mar 26, 2025

A commissioner raised concerns about limited green space and poor accessibility at several apartment complexes; staff agreed to research regulatory options — including subdivision or multifamily standards — and report back to the planning commission.

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A commissioner told the City of Yakima Planning Commission on March 26 that several recent multifamily developments provide little or no on‑site green space and that nearby parks can be difficult or dangerous to access by walking.

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