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• Monday, March 27, 2023
KENT 6:00 PM
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Chair Dione Dittmar
Co-Chair Sandra Pereira Shane Amodei
Bryan Kesterson Sally McDonough
Justus Phelps Benjamin Reid
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Item Description Action Speaker Time
1. Call to Order Chair
2. Roll Call Chair 01 MIN.
3. Changes to the Agenda Chair
4. Approval of March 13, 2023 YES Chair 01 MIN.
Minutes
5. Introduction of New Board
Member
6. Accessory Dwelling Unit NO Kaelene Nobis, AICP, 30 MIN.
Ordinance Update Senior Planner
7. 2044 Comprehensive Plan NO Kristen Holdsworth, 30 MIN.
Update - Findings from AICP, Long Range
Regulatory Audit Planning Manager
8. Adjournment Chair
Unless other noted, the Land Use and Planning Board meets at 6 p.m. on the
second and fourth Monday of each month in Kent City Hall, Council Chambers, 220
Fourth Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032.
For additional information please contact City of Kent at or via email at
Cityclerk@KentWA.gov.
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Unless otherwise noted, the Land Use and Planning Board meets on the second and fourth Mondays of
each month in Kent City Hall, Council Chambers, 220 Fourth Avenue South, Kent, WA. 98032.
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March 13, 2023
Date: March 13, 2023
Time: 6:02 p.m.
Place: Chambers
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5. Briefing on the Kent Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
David Paine, Public Works Transportation Planner, gave a briefing on the
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP represents the City's
proposed transportation improvement work program for the next six years.
Updated annually as required by State code, the six-year plan for each city
includes projects and programs of regional significance for inclusion in the
TIP and Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). The TIP is
required to be consistent with the Kent Transportation Master Plan (TMP) as
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an element of the City's Comprehensive Plan, with projects nominated from
the TMP or included by other agencies.
Including projects in the TIP allows the City to coordinate with other
agencies, seek input from the public, search for funding partners, and apply
for grants. Most State and Federal agencies require that projects being
submitted for grants be included in the City's adopted TIP. Staff noted
completed projects proposed to be removed from the TIP, provided context
and considerations for this year's update, including grants. Staff also
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Nate Schildmeyere, Current Planning Manager and Barbara Napier, Permit
Center Manager, also attended to answer questions. A major function of the
City's Economic and Community Development department is to review and -
approve applications for private development of land and buildings. This
work is done through the permitting process and addresses a wide range of ;
proposals from major new industrial buildings, to new subdivisions to minor
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Development is subject to a growing diversity of regulations pertaining to a
people's health and safety, environmental protection, impacts to public
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While many regulations are mandated by the State of Washington, local rules
are one tool that policy makers can use to shape the future of the City. The
scope, implementation and limitations of development regulations are
important for policymakers to consider, especially during development of the
City's next Comprehensive Plan.
Board Members discussed a chart related to Kent's population growth, noting
that annexations have contributed to significant jumps in population. LUPB
also discussed the number of permits processed each year and how staff
handles the volume.
7. Long Range Planning Manager's Update
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Kristen Holdsworth, the Long Range Planning manager gave a brief update
on ECD activities, including economic development, legislative tracking, long
range planning, and development.
Ms. Holdsworth requested any feedback from the Board regarding other
items they may want briefings on.
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LAND USE AND PLANNING BOARD
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Kent, WA 98032
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DATE: March 27, 2023
TO: Land Use and Planning Board
FROM: Economic and Community Development
SUBJECT: Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance Update
SUMMARY: Long Range Planning staff will provide an update on our work to
reduce barriers to constructing accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The purpose of this
presentation is for City staff to update the LUPB on actions taken to date including
initial public outreach results and to receive feedback on code amendment direction
in light of legislative updates.
BACKGROUND:
On June 1, 2021, City Council adopted the Kent Housing Options Plan (KHOP),
which included data, engagement, strategies, and policies to address housing needs
in Kent. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) were included in KHOP as one housing
option to help meet the needs of current and future residents.
An ADU is a second (accessory) dwelling unit on the same lot as a detached single-
family residence that provides basic living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation
requirements. It can be attached or detached from the primary residence. ADUs are
sometimes referred to as "in-law" units or backyard cottages.
Kent has allowed attached and detached accessory dwelling units since 1995.
However, less than 30 ADUs have been permitted since 2010. During outreach for
KHOP, staff heard from the community that ADUs are one of the preferred options
to help integrate housing units into single-family neighborhoods. ADUs were
identified as high-priority implementation items in KHOP. As such, staff applied for
and received a Housing Action Plan Implementation Grant from the Department of
Commerce for 80,000 dollars to fund this work before June 15, 2023.
SUPPORTS STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:
Innovative Government - Delivering outstanding customer service, developing leaders, and
fostering innovation.
Thriving City - Creating safe neighborhoods, healthy people, vibrant commercial districts, and
inviting parks and recreation.
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Inclusive Community - Embracing our diversity and advancing equity through genuine community
engagement.
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LAND USE AND PLANNING BOARD
220 Fourth Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032
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W A S H I N G T O N
DATE: March 27, 2023
TO: Land Use and Planning Board
FROM: Economic and Community Development
SUBJECT: 2044 Comprehensive Plan Update — Findings from Regulatory
Audit
SUMMARY: The City is required to update its Comprehensive Plan by the end of
2024. ECD is leading this project and coordinating efforts with all departments to
review, evaluate, and update policies.
The Kent Comprehensive Plan (the Plan) establishes goals and policies to direct
growth and City services over 20 years. Comprehensive plans are required by the
State of Washington to be updated every 10 years.
Since the City of Kent's last update in 2015, several state laws and regional
requirements have been adopted and implemented that are now required as part of
this Comprehensive Plan update process.
The project team has completed a Regulatory Audit to identify areas where the
existing Kent Comprehensive Plan complies, needs to be updated, and where
questions remain related to regional and State requirements for comprehensive
planning in the Puget Sound region.
The Regulatory Audit specifically evaluates changes to:
• State law and Washington State Department of Commerce comprehensive
plan and housing guidance,
• Puget Sound Regional Council's (PSRC) Vision 2050, including Multicounty
Planning Policies and Regional Growth Center re-certification requirements,
and
• King County Countywide Planning Policies.
At the upcoming LUPB meeting staff will provide a brief overview of the Regulatory
Audit. We will reserve 15 minutes after the presentation for feedback and
discussion.
SUPPORTS STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:
Innovative Government - Delivering outstanding customer service, developing leaders, and
fostering innovation.
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Evolving Infrastructure - Connecting people and places through strategic investments in physical
and technological infrastructure.
Thriving City - Creating safe neighborhoods, healthy people, vibrant commercial districts, and
inviting parks and recreation.
Sustainable Services - Providing quality services through responsible financial management,
economic growth, and partnerships.
Inclusive Community - Embracing our diversity and advancing equity through genuine community
engagement.
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