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Council holds study session on extending interim landmark-tree rules, schedules public hearing Feb. 24
Summary
The council reviewed proposed modifications and a six-month extension of an interim landmark-tree ordinance adopted May 20, 2024; staff sought time to refine regulations and the council scheduled a public hearing Feb. 24.
The Bellingham City Council on Feb. 10 held a study session on proposed amendments and an extension of the interim landmark-tree ordinance originally adopted May 20, 2024.
Staff presented proposed refinements to development regulations related to landmark trees and requested authority to extend the interim ordinance for another six months to allow the city to complete the Type 6 legislative process and public hearings. Council members asked questions about specific changes and were directed to a public hearing scheduled for the Feb. 24 meeting.
Why it matters: The interim ordinance temporarily regulates removal and development impacts on designated landmark trees while the city proceeds through formal rulemaking. The extension would preserve interim protections while staff drafts permanent code changes.
Ending: No action was taken at the study session; the council set a public hearing for Feb. 24 for members of the public to provide comment.
