Planning Commission studies Phase 2 development-code amendments covering neighborhood retail, FAR, lot coverage and parking

Mar 22, 2025

Staff presented Phase 2 development-code topics March 19 including neighborhood-scale commercial rules, a review of floor-area-ratio (FAR), lot-coverage consolidation, parking changes tied to state bill SB 5184, variance criteria and docketing process; commissioners provided feedback but no formal action was taken.

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City of Bothell planners presented a study session March 19 on Phase 2 development-code amendments, covering neighborhood‑scale commercial standards, floor‑area‑ratio (FAR), lot coverage, parking regulation changes tied to pending state legislation (Senate Bill 5184), variance criteria and the private amendment (docket) process. No formal action was taken; staff requested commissioner feedback to guide draft code language.

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