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Public hearing on residential density bonus amendments scheduled for May 5, 2026.
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SEPA DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS), and NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING (NOH) RESIDENTIAL DENSITY BONUS, ZOA26-0005 and SEP26-0009 The City of Auburn is issuing a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS), and Notice of Public Hearing (NOH) for the following described project. The project application and listed studies may be reviewed by contacting the Department of Community Development at planning@ auburnwa.gov or by visiting www.auburnwa.gov/landuse. Proposal: The proposal is a non-project action to implement the amendments to the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 35.21.990 for New housing in existing buildings—Prohibitions on local regulation. The code was previously implemented under ACC 18.02.067, Units allowed per lot, to allow for density bonuses of up to 50 percent within existing buildings located within commercial or mixed-use zones. The amendments within the RCW and proposed within the ACC will expand that allowance to all residential zones, specifically the RC, R-1, and R-2 Zones, and provide further clarification on when and where energy code updates are required during the proposed density bonus within existing buildings. Location: City-wide Notice of Public Hearing: April 20, 2026 Notice of Complete: April 14, 2026 Permit Application: April 14, 2026 Application File Nos. ZOA26-0005/SEP26-0009 Applicant: City of Auburn 25 W Main St., Auburn, WA 98001 Studies/Plans Submitted With Application: SEPA Checklist, Draft Text Amendment Other Permits, Plans, and Approvals Needed: Planning Commission recommendation and City Council adoption Statement of Consistency and List of Applicable Development Regulations: This proposal is subject to and shall be consistent with the Auburn City Code, Comprehensive Plan, and Public Works Design and Construction Standards. Lead Agency: City of Auburn. The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request. Public Comment Period: This may be your only opportunity to comment on the environmental impact of the proposal. All persons may comment on this application. This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-355; the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 15 days from the date issued below. Comments must be in writing and submitted by 5:00 p.m. on May 4, 2026, to the mailing address of 25 W Main St., Auburn, WA, 98001 or to the email address below. The City of Auburn has reviewed the proposed non-project action for probable adverse environmental impacts and expects to issue a determination of nonsignificance (DNS) for this project. The responsible official will reconsider the DNS based on timely comments and may retain, modify, or, if significant adverse impacts are likely, withdraw the DNS. If the DNS is retained, it will be final after the expiration of the comment deadline. Any person wishing to become a party of record, shall include in their comments that they wish to receive notice of and participate in any hearings, if relevant, and request a copy of decisions once made. Any person aggrieved of the City's determination may file an appeal with the Auburn City Clerk at 25 W Main St., Auburn, WA 98001-4998 within 14 days of the close of the comment period, or by 5:00 p.m. on May 18, 2026. Public Hearing: The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on the Auburn City Code 18.02.067 text amendments on May 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. The public hearing will be held in person and virtually. The meeting will be held in person in the City Council Chambers, 25 W Main St., Auburn, WA, 98001.To attend the meeting virtually please enter the meeting ID into the ZOOM app or call into the meeting at the phone number listed below. Join the ZOOM meeting at the following web address: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86985810812. Meeting ID: 869 8581 0812, or via one tap mobile+12532158782,,86985810812# US (Tacoma). Dial by your location: +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma); +1 253 205 0468 US; 888 475 4499 US Toll-free; 877 853 5257 US Toll-free; Meeting ID: 869 8581 0812. Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kx3ZYhWCL. Written comments may be either emailed or mailed attention to the contact person below to 25 W Main St., Auburn WA, 98001. Please note mailed comments may not be received by City Staff on time for inclusion in the packet provided to the Hearing Examiner. For persons with speech, sight, or hearing disabilities wishing to review documents pertaining to this hearing should contact the person below within 10 calendar days prior to the hearing. Each request will be considered individually according to the type of request, the availability of resources, and the financial ability of the City to provide the requested services or equipment. For questions regarding this project, please contact Owen Goode, Planner II at planning@auburnwa.gov or 253-470-2170. Date of Notice: April 20, 2026
