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Commissioners discuss implications of Washington State housing law and Commerce guidance for Yakima
Summary
During Other Business Jan. 8, Planning Commission members discussed Washington State guidance requiring allowances of up to four units per parcel, potential stormwater, parking, easement and covenant impacts, and the need for departmental follow‑up as Yakima prepares its comprehensive plan update.
Planning Commission members spent a substantive portion of the Jan. 8 meeting discussing the implications of recent Washington State housing legislation and Department of Commerce guidance, which the commission must address as part of the city’s periodic comprehensive plan update.
Commissioner Shelley read a prepared statement and urged the commission to treat state requirements as central to upcoming work. She summarized key points from Commerce guidance and the new law she had reviewed: by June 30, 2026 jurisdictions are to allow up…
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