Dear Community Member,

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2021 Housing Action Plan public outreach process, and to everyone who has continued to be involved as the City works on making code changes that enact the strategies listed in the Housing Action Plan. Some of those strategies include the Shaping Spokane Housing code changes for ADUs, Short Plats, and Lot Size Transition approved by Spokane City Council.

Spokane is a city of choice for residents, and is attractive to future residents thanks to our beautiful location, robust public park system, unique neighborhoods, and vibrant downtown. Growing from the work completed through the Housing Action Plan and Shaping Spokane Housing, the City has taken immediate steps to increase housing in Spokane. Mayor Woodward and Spokane City Council members worked together for the Building Opportunity and Choices for All interim zoning ordinance that encourages missing middle housing development over the next year.

City of Spokane Planning Services is hosting a series of public sessions to provide information and education regarding the Building Opportunity and Choices for All interim zoning ordinance. Contractors, developers, or property owners who might be interested in developing townhomes, duplexes, triplexes, or fourplexes under the pilot program are encouraged to attend. Residents are also invited to ask questions about what the new pilot program means for neighborhoods. 

Find Out More at an Open House!

Planning staff will present information and provide Q&A on what the pilot means for development in neighborhoods.

Tuesday, Aug. 23, 12 – 1 p.m.

Central Library

Wednesday, Aug. 24, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

The Hive

Thursday, Aug. 25, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Virtual Meeting via Microsoft Teams

Here's a quick video overview:

We want your feedback!

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