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Implementing the Freeland Subarea PlanZoning and Development Regulations
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
Presentation Outline
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
• Background• Freeland Subarea Plan• Process for writing Development
Regulations• What does the Subarea Plan Say?
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
Why are we doing this? • Freeland is an “Urban Growth Area” (UGA)
• Urban Growth Areas are intended to accommodate a full range of commercial uses and housing types
• A subarea plan was developed and adopted by the Board of Commissioners. To implement it, two things are required:
(1)A plan to provide urban services (sewer and water) throughout the UGA
(2)Zoning regulations to permit the types of development identified in the Freeland Subarea Plan
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
What’s the plan for Freeland? • In 2010 the County adopted a “subarea plan” for Freeland
• The County has a plan for the whole County – the subarea plan is focused only on Freeland
• As a matter of planning practice and State law, plans establish the “big picture” and describe what we’re trying to achieve. Development regulations implement the plan and must be consistent with it
• The Freeland Subarea Plan envisions Freeland as a regional center with a variety of retail, dining, employment, and cultural opportunities and a small town atmosphere
• The Subarea Plan divides Freeland into six areas (land use designations), including; two residential designations, an area for a mix of uses, an industrial area, and two business areas
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
Population Projections
Source 2010 2020 2036
2011 Subarea Plan Projections 2,917 4,000
2010 US Census* 2,045
2012 Island County Population Projections 1,627 1,675** 1,768
Change from 2011 Subarea Plan Projections -1,290 -2,325
* US Census includes a larger area than the Freeland NMUGA** Approximated for comparison purposes
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
What is expected to change:
• NMUGA Boundaries (potentially)• Population Estimates • References to old Countywide Planning Policies• Capital improvement projects and funding (Sewer Planning)
Changes to the 2010 Plan
What is not expected to change:
• Vision• Goals, Principles and Policies• Existing Conditions
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
What is the process for writing Development Regulations?
Public Meeting 4: Island County Board of County Commissioners Hearing
Public Meeting 3: Planning Commission Hearing
Planning Staff:Make Revisions to Draft Regulations based on input
Public Meeting 2: Review Draft Regulations
Planning Staff: Based on input draft Development Regulations
Public Meeting 1:Kick-off Meeting
Current Freeland Zoning
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
Legend
Zone
Rural Center
Rural Forest
Rural Residential
Rural
UGA Boundaries
Areas
NMUGA
2011 Subarea Plan: Freeland Future Land Use Map
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
Land Use DesignationsLow Density Residential
Allowed Uses: • Low density residential uses• Home businesses • Accessory dwelling units
Building Types: • Single-family homes• Duplexes• Cottage development • Accessory structures
Code Considerations:• Subdivision standards• Street design and connections• Setbacks • Density requirements
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
Land Use DesignationsMedium Density Residential
Allowed Uses: • Medium density residential uses • Home businesses • Accessory dwelling units
Building Types: • Multi-family homes• Small lot single-family homes• Cottage development • Accessory structures
Code Considerations:• Subdivision standards• Street design and connections• Setbacks, height and bulk regulations• Landscaping • Density requirements
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
Land Use DesignationsBusiness Village
Allowed Uses: • Medium Density Residential• Lodging• Office• Retail• Civic
Building Types: • Office buildings• Multi-family residential • Mixed Use
Code Considerations:• Site Review• Street design and connections• Building Design, Height and bulk regulations • Landscaping • Sign code, parking regulations
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
Land Use DesignationsBusiness General
Allowed Uses: • Retail• Office• Lodging• Medium Density Residential• Civic
Building Types: • Multi-family homes• Commercial/retail buildings• Office buildings• Gas stations • Drive through services
Code Considerations:• Site Review, bulk and height regulations• Street design and connections• Landscaping • Sign code, parking regulations
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
Land Use DesignationsIndustrial
Allowed Uses: • Manufacturing• Office• Retail• General Services
Building Types: • Warehouses • Specialize building to serve industry• Commercial buildings• Drive through services
Code Considerations:• Site Review • Street design and connections• Setbacks, height and bulk regulations • Screening• Landscaping
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Land Use DesignationsMixed Use
The Subarea Plan allows for most uses in this area.
Things to think about:• What uses are good
neighbors for Nichols Brothers?
• What would you like to see in this area?
Nichols Brothers
Mixed Use Zone
Next Steps
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
July
• Compile input from public meeting
August
• Public Meeting to discuss UGA Boundary (August 12)
Septemb
er
• Public Meeting to review Draft Development Regulations
Survey
Island County Planning & Community Development2016 Comprehensive Plan UpdateFreeland Subarea Development Regulations
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