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

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

  1. ANNOUNCEMENTS

Home Occupation Code Amendment

A virtual public hearing before the City's Planning Commission on code amendments proposed for the Home Occupation Regulations (EMC 19.08.120) was held on July 20, 2021.  Select this link for more information.

Comprehensive Plan Annual Docket

The City of Everett announces the upcoming deadline to receive applications for proposed amendments to the Everett Comprehensive Plan and related zoning changes.  Select this link for more information.  Application deadline is Thursday, July 1, 2021.

June Hearing Examiner Hearings

A public hearing before the City's Land Use Hearing Examiner for the  Everett Pallet Shelter Pilot Community project proposed on a vacant lot east of 3711 Smith Avenue is scheduled on June 10, 2021 at 9 a.m.  Select this link for more information.

September Hearing Examiner Hearings

A public hearing before the City's Land Use Hearing Examiner for a shoreline substantial development permit for the Port of Everett Terminal Storage Yard at 2600 Federal Avenue is scheduled on September 2, 2021.  Select this link for more information.

  1. Notice of Application

    Silver Lake Elementary signage proposal Additional Info...

  2. Notice of Application

    Port of Everett Terminal Storage Yard proposed. . . Additional Info...

  1. Notice of Application

    Dike repair proposed along the south shore of Union Slough between I-5 and SR 526. Additional Info...
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  2. Do I need City approval to remove or prune a tree?
  3. How do I conduct a business from my home?
  4. How can I subdivide my property?
  5. How do I get on Everett's Register of Historic Places?
  1. Are rooming houses allowed in a single-family zone?
  2. What are the restrictions on staying in an RV or tiny home in Everett?
  3. Where am I allowed to park or store my RV or tiny home?
  4. How can I learn what signs are allowed on my property?
  5. How do I learn about proposed developments?
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