Committee weighs expanded wetland buffers, buffer exception for developed lots at Snoqualmie Ridge

Oct 21, 2025

Snoqualmie officials discussed proposed updates to the city's critical areas ordinance that would increase wetland buffers and add a small-development exception for already-developed lots at Snoqualmie Ridge. Planning Commission recommended a 500-square-foot exception; Fish and Wildlife has approved a 250-square-foot exception but has not reviewed

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SNOQUALMIE -- The Community Development Committee discussed proposed updates to the city's critical areas ordinance, focusing on larger wetland buffers and whether already-developed lots at Snoqualmie Ridge should be allowed limited development inside newly expanded buffers.

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