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Planning Commission approves downtown overlay color palette with 53 colors, tighter contrast language
Summary
After a public hearing and staff presentation, the Snoqualmie Planning Commission on May 19 approved a revised downtown overlay color palette and accompanying guidance, adding pastel samples and changing advisory wording from "should" to "shall." Staff will reorganize the approved colors into a visual guide and provide hex codes for applicants.
The Snoqualmie Planning Commission voted May 19 to adopt a revised overlay color palette and supplemental guidance for Downtown Snoqualmie, approving a package of 53 pre‑approved colors and stronger language directing contrast between buildings.
The action followed a public hearing and a staff presentation describing how the city applies its standards. Staff noted the legal framework that governs review: “Chapter 17.35 of the Snoqualmie municipal code requires historical design review for overlay zones, the landmark district, and individual landmarks as designated by the Snoqualmie Landmarks Commission,” a staff presenter said. The presentation explained that painting non‑contributing buildings in approved colors is treated as an administrative…
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