Planning

The Planning Department promotes the community’s vision to accommodate quality growth, consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code.  The department includes Long Range and Land Use Planning, and Historic Preservation.

Planner-on-Call and Land Use division phone hours beginning August 1, 2022

To accommodate pre-application meetings and plan reviews and improve consistency with related city functions, Planner On Duty hours are changing to Mon, Wed, Thu, 8 a.m. to noon, and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Outside of those hours, please leave a message and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

To speak to a planner please call 425-257-8731 or email us at planning@everettwa.gov.  

  1. EVERETT 2044
  2. ANNOUNCEMENTS
  3. CODE AMENDMENT PROJECTS

Everett 2044: Planning our future togetherLearn more about the ongoing update to the City's Comprehensive Plan -   Everett 2044 and get involved: everettwa.gov\2044.  

  1. City of Everett launches update to comprehensive plan, Everett: 2044, planning our future together

    The City of Everett launched its periodic update to the comprehensive plan which represents the City’s vision for the next 20 years and sets goals, policies and plans for growth and development. Community invited to participate. Read on...
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  1. Notice of Application

    227-unit apartment complex proposed on Pacific Avenue. Additional Info...

  2. Planning Commission Public Hearing

    Planning Commission public hearing scheduled on accessory dwelling unit code amendments. Additional Info...

  1. City of Everett launches update to comprehensive plan, Everett: 2044, planning our future together

    The City of Everett launched its periodic update to the comprehensive plan which represents the City’s vision for the next 20 years and sets goals, policies and plans for growth and development. Community invited to participate. Read on...
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  1. How do I find what my property is zoned?
  2. Do I need City approval to remove or prune a tree?
  3. Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) permitted?
  4. What are the restrictions on staying in an RV or tiny home in Everett?
  5. Where am I allowed to park or store my RV or tiny home?
  1. Do I need a flood hazard permit?
  2. How do I get on Everett's Register of Historic Places?
  3. How do I learn about proposed developments?
  4. What triggers a State Environmental Policy Act Review (SEPA)?
  5. What are the categorical exemptions for infill development?
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