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Sequim land‑capacity analysis shows capacity far above state housing allocation but staff say type of growth matters
Summary
City staff presented preliminary land‑capacity analysis showing capacity for roughly 6,208 housing units versus an allocation of 1,850 units; staff emphasized the need for housing diversity and multifamily to meet demand given multifamily vacancy under 1%.
Planning staff presented preliminary land‑capacity analysis (LCA) results to the Sequim Planning Commission on Oct. 7, saying the city’s land base can absorb substantially more housing than the allocation set through the comprehensive plan process but that achieving the right mix of housing types is essential.
Staff said the city was allocated a planning target of 1,850 new housing units and that about 784 units are…
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