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Council adopts interim control allowing small-scale neighborhood commercial uses in large planned unit developments

5053302 · June 24, 2025
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The Spokane City Council adopted an interim official control permitting small-scale commercial establishments within planned unit developments of 20 acres or more, after amendments expanded flexibility on acreage and square footage; councilors said the change aims to boost neighborhood retail and entrepreneurship.

The Spokane City Council on June 23 adopted an interim official control (Ordinance C36699) authorizing small-scale commercial establishments within planned unit developments (PUDs) and reducing the minimum PUD size in the draft from 50 acres to 20 acres.

Council members said the change is intended to make it easier for residents to start small neighborhood businesses…

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