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2024-05-08 Planning Board PacketOF EDA' v ti Agenda Edmonds Planning Board REGULAR MEETING BRACKETT ROOM 121 5TH AVE N, CITY HALL- 3RD FLOOR, EDMONDS, WA 98020 MAY 8, 2024, 7:00 PM REMOTE MEETING INFORMATION: Meeting Link: https://edmondswa- gov.zoom.us/s/87322872194?pwd=WFdxTWJIQmxITG9LZkc3 KOhuS014QT09 Meeting ID: 873 2287 2194 Passcode:007978 This is a Hybrid meeting: The meeting can be attended in -person or on-line. The physcial meeting location is at Edmonds City Hall 121 5th Avenue N., 3rd floor Brackett R000m Or Telephone :US: +1 253 215 8782 LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FOR INDIGENOUS PEOPLES We acknowledge the original inhabitants of this place, the Sdohobsh (Snohomish) people and their successors the Tulalip Tribes, who since time immemorial have hunted, fished, gathered, and taken care of these lands. We respect their sovereignty, their right to self-determination, and we honor their sacred spiritual connection with the land and water. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Approval of April 24 Minutes 3. ANNOUNCEMENT OF AGENDA 4. AUDIENCE COMMENTS For topics not scheduled for a public hearing. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes S. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Comprehensive Plan Housing Element 8. NEW BUSINESS 9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORT 10. PLANNING BOARD EXTENDED AGENDA A. Extended Agenda Edmonds Planning Board Agenda May 8, 2024 Page 1 11. PLANNING BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS 12. PLANNING BOARD CHAIR COMMENTS 13. ADJOURNMENT Edmonds Planning Board Agenda May 8, 2024 Page 2 2.A Planning Board Agenda Item Meeting Date: 05/8/2024 Approval of April 24 Minutes Staff Lead: Mike Clugston Department: Planning Division Prepared By: Michael Clugston Background/History N/A Staff Recommendation Approve April 24th meeting minutes. Narrative N/A Attachments: April 24, 2024 draft PB minutes Packet Pg. 3 2.A.a CITY OF EDMONDS PLANNING BOARD Minutes of Hybrid Meeting April 24, 2024 Chair Mitchell called the hybrid meeting of the Edmonds Planning Board to order at 7:00 p.m. at Edmonds City Hall and on Zoom. The Land Acknowledgement was read by Board Member Gladstone. New board members Lee Hankins and Steven Li were welcomed and introduced themselves. Board Members Present Jeremy Mitchell, Chair Lauren Golembiewski, Vice Chair Judi Gladstone Lee Hankins Richard Kuehn (online) Susanna Martini Nick Maxwell Steven Li (alternate) Board Members Absent None Staff Present Susan McLaughlin, Development Services Director Mike Clugston, Planning Manager Rose Haas, Planner Leif Bjorback, Building Official Tristan Sewall, Planner READING/APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION MADE BY BOARD MEMBER GOLEMBIEWSKI, SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER MARTINI, TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF APRIL 10, 2024 AS PRESENTED. MOTION PASSED (5-0) WITH BOARD MEMBERS GLADSTONE AND KUEHN ABSTAINING. ANNOUNCEMENT OF AGENDA THERE WAS UNANIMOUS CONSENT TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED. AUDIENCE COMMENTS None UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Accessory Dwelling Unit Code Update (AMD2023-0008) Planner Rose Haas shared information about the current and projected number of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). There was clarification about how the numbers were calculated. A question was asked about case Planning Board Meeting Minutes April24, 2024 Page 1 of Packet Pg. 4 2.A.a studies for other cities that have implemented this type of ADU code and the percentage of people that are choosing to build ADUs. Staff explained this is a paradigm shift based on House Bill 1337 which has a lot of rules intended to reduce barriers. This is new territory especially with the enabling of middle housing. Ms. Kaas explained Kirkland had a goal of 3% participation rate several years ago. Tables showing existing code and proposed code updates and development standards by zone were reviewed. There was discussion about ownership scenarios of these units, how ADUs accommodate multigenerational housing, and how the condominiumization component opens up a lot of space for smaller, more affordable housing. It also counts for more affordable housing as it relates to House Bill 1220. The Planning Board draft recommendation was reviewed with a focus on how it differs from staff s recommendation. The memo states that the Board generally supports having a reduced setback in exchange for reduced height but recommends expanding to RS-10 through RS-20 zones. The memo also recommends not having an automatic setback reduction for ADUs, and only allowing the reduction for reduced heights. Options for parking requirements, impact fees and utility metering/connections were highlighted and feedback requested. There was some discussion about the differing opinions of the City and of Olympic View Water and Sewer on how utilities should be treated. The draft utilities recommendation in the memo was based on staffs recommendation and the Engineering department recommendation, but it was noted that the sewer district policy will prevail. There was discussion about the Planning Board's purview with the utility issue and how to best present the Board's recommendation to the City Council. There was some debate about how much information to include about other alternatives that were discussed. Height & Setbacks The group debated pros and cons of various setbacks. It was noted that Building and Engineering codes would always take precedent over reduced setbacks. There was also discussion about incentives versus requirements and about the desire to encourage one -level ADUs. Allowing a larger setback for one-story ADUs could mean the difference between being able to build or not build on some smaller lots. Not giving the automatic reduction to 10 feet also makes it more consistent with single-family. There was some discussion about having differing regulations for single-family versus ADUs; ADU regulations cannot be more restrictive than single-family but they can be less restrictive. Kirkland's regulations were discussed and some support expressed for allowing flexibility to make construction possible for more people. There was a question raised about where setbacks come from, and a brief summary of the purpose of design guidelines followed. MOTION MADE BY BOARD MEMBER GLADSTONE, SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER MAXWELL, TO RECOMMEND TO COUNCIL THE PROPOSAL REGARDING HEIGHT AND SETBACKS THAT IS IN THE MEMO ON PAGES 49 AND 50. THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY (7-0). Parking There was a question about how one would demonstrate that they have on street parking available within 600 feet and a recommendation to take out references to on -street parking. There were several comments about the significant amount of public feedback about not requiring parking. This could be a compromise and help allay some fears about new development. Clarification questions about the intent of the proposed language were answered. The property owner can add more parking if they want to; they just would not be required to add more than the one extra spot for a second ADU. There was a comment about how it is reasonable to expect that Planning Board Meeting Minutes April 24, 2024 Page 2 of 4 Packet Pg. 5 2.A.a only a very small percentage of homeowners will build two ADUs and the impacts to parking of this small number will probably not be noticeable. There was a recommendation for no parking restrictions on this in order to provide more flexibility and give more people the opportunity to build. It was noted again that the proposed extra parking space was only for those people who would be adding two ADUs; it would not apply to those just adding one ADU. The group debated whether there should be no additional parking requirements for ADUs or whether there should be a requirement for one parking space for the second ADU. MOTION MADE BY VICE CHAIR GOLEMBIEWSKI, SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER MAXWELL, TO APPROVE THE DRAFT ON PAGE 50 RELATED TO PARKING WITH THE EXCEPTION OF DELETING THE SUB -BULLET A REGARDING ON -STREET PARKING. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY (7-0). Impact Fees There was support for the recommendation as written in memo and as recommended by staff. MOTION MADE BY VICE CHAIR GOLEMBIEWSKI, SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER MARTINI, TO RECOMMEND IMPACT FEES AS CURRENTLY DRAFTED ON PAGE 50. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY (7-0). Utilities There was some discussion about whether or not Planning Board should even address utilities. Staff s opinion was that this is not in the Planning Board's purview, and their recommendation was not to vote on it. The Engineering department will be assessing what needs to happen based on their code, so it doesn't need to be a policy discussion. There was debate about whether the Board should be involved with making a recommendation and whether Engineering has standing utility standards because it varies with providers. A concern was raised about the implications of requiring versus allowing separate utility meters. MOTION MADE BY BOARD MEMBER MAXWELL, SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER MARTINI, TO INCLUDE A RECOMMENDATION IN THE MEMO THAT THE UTILITIES SHOULD BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH STANDING ENGINEERING STANDARDS. CHAIR MITCHELL OFFERED A FRIENDLY AMENDMENT TO CLARIFY THAT UTILITIES IS NOT IN THE PLANNING BOARD'S PURVIEW AND SHOULD BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH CITY ENGINEERING. BOARD MEMBER MAXWELL ACCEPTED THE FRIENDLY AMENDMENT. THE MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY (7-0). The group agreed to have Vice Chair Golembiewski write up the final recommendation memo with some context for each one. There was also agreement to include something about PRDs and state that they discussed it but have no recommendation. Chair Mitchell, Board Member Gladstone, and Board Member Maxwell will attend the City Council meeting on May 7; Chair Mitchell will present the recommendation. B. Green Building Incentives Program Building Official Leif Bjorback and Planner Tristan Sewall made a presentation regarding the Green Building Incentives Pilot Program intended to encourage development with reduced environmental impacts. They Planning Board Meeting Minutes April 24, 2024 Page 3 of 4 Packet Pg. 6 2.A.a reviewed the policy context and low numbers of Built Green projects in Edmonds compared to Shoreline. The greatest opportunity for customers to use this program is with residential construction, especially with additions and remodels because that is where the most permits were issued. Construction standards for this program include Built Green 4-Star or better for single-family residential and LEED Gold for commercial, multifamily, and mixed use. Staff reviewed draft Permit Review Incentives which would expedite review time and Zoning - Based Incentives related to setbacks, heights, and parking. Enforcement will include a two-year performance bond: permit review bond valued at 50% of the building permit fee and land use incentive bond valued at 5% of the project valuation. Failure to certify within two years surrenders the bond to Planning & Development. Clarification questions were asked about the certification timeline and process; how the incentives would be applied to hypothetical residential remodels and DADUs; and how these could be integrated with the Planning Board's recommendations. There was a comment that providing incentives in exchange for green building is a good way to improve flexibility. There was a recommendation to have a memo in the packet for the May 22 public hearing about how these Green Building Incentives would integrate with the Planning Board's other ADU recommendations. PLANNING BOARD EXTENDED AGENDA • May 8 — Waterfront Vision discussion; introduction to land use permit timelines (tentative) • May 22 — Public Hearing on Green Building Incentives; joint discussion with EDC There was some discussion about having a joint meeting with the Tree Board regarding the Tree Canopy policy update and about the status of the Highway 99 Landmark Site. PLANNING BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS • Board Member Kuehn welcomed new Planning Board members. • Board Member Hankins thanked the group for an illuminating meeting. He is looking forward to participating. • Vice Chair Golembiewski concurred and added that it's nice to have a full board. • Board Member Li was also happy to be part of the group. He enjoyed the conversation. • Board Member Maxwell thanked the new members for jumping in tonight. • Board Member Martini welcomed the new members. • Board Member Gladstone welcomed new members and thanked Vice Chair Golembiewski and Board Member Maxwell for working on the draft recommendations. PLANNING BOARD CHAIR COMMENTS Chair Mitchell echoed previous comments and wished everyone a good night. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:19 p.m. Planning Board Meeting Minutes April 24, 2024 Page 4 of 4 Packet Pg. 7 7.A Planning Board Agenda Item Meeting Date: 05/8/2024 Comprehensive Plan Housing Element Staff Lead: Susan McLaughlin Department: Planning & Development Prepared By: Michelle Martin Background/History Under Growth Management Act (GMA) Office of Financial Management (OFM) projects population growth for Snohomish County. These targets were further distributed to the all cities and unincorporated urban growth areas to ensure that the 20-year growth expectations used for GMA local plans are consistent across jurisdictions. The City of Edmonds has an existing housing of 19,300 units per the 2020 census. According to the Office of Financial Management, there will be an estimated number of 28,073 by the year 2044 which is approximately an increase of 9000 more housing units. Housing availability and affordability have been the major challenges throughout the state. Henceforth, Washington state's Growth Management Act requires that jurisdictions "plan for and accommodate" housing affordable to all economic segments of the population. In addition, the Puget Sound Regional Council's (PSRC) Multi -County Planning Policies (MPPs) and the Snohomish County Countywide Planning Policies (CPPs) also require Cities to plan and accommodate diverse types of housing addressing the needs of various income levels. The City of Edmonds formed Citizens' Housing Commission in 2019 that met monthly through December 2020. The Citizens' Housing Commission's (Commission) mission was to, "develop, for City Council consideration, diverse housing policy options designed to expand the range of housing (including rental and owned) available in Edmonds - irrespective of age, gender, race, religious affiliation, physical disability, or sexual orientation." They worked collectively to identify and address housing issues, prioritized policy subjects, created draft policy recommendations. The Commission's recommendations were completed in 2020 and will be considered as part of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update. Each element of the Comprehensive Plan needs to be updated for many reasons including: -Stay compliant with the State's Growth Management Act (GMA). -Revise population and employment growth forecasts. -Review existing policies to ensure they make sense for the communities they serve. -Write new policies that conform to the future needs to the City. Packet Pg. 8 7.A -Confirm that all federal, state and local requirements are met (including State House Bills 1110, 1337, 1220, etc). In addition, staff hopes to reduce redundancies, improve legibility, eliminate out-of-date policies, and align with other relevant documents (Equity Engagement Framework, Climate Action Plan, Citizens Housing Commission, etc). Staff Recommendation This is an informational briefing and discussion with the Planning Board. Staff will share our approach to the Comprehensive Plan element updates; and introduce suggested edits, additions and deletions of the existing Housing Element's goals. Narrative The Housing Element is one of the largest and most extensive elements in the Plan. The content of the housing element was written in 2015, and whilst our land use designations may not have changed much since that time, housing demand and corresponding affordability levels have changed. Many goals and policies within this element will be updated or replaced. Affordability and displacement will need to be addressed to cover the state of housing today. Robust policies need to be developed to address and anticipate the needs of everyone in Edmonds. As a "high - cost community," we need to understand how this affects the housing typologies we will offer through the next 20 years, to ensure all levels of affordability are accounted for (HB 1220 and prices relative to AMI). Also, the "missing middle" housing typologies need to be integrated, as they historically have not been given consideration. At the same time, we need to appreciate what the character of Edmonds is today, and how these can be incorporated without losing what keeps the city unique. Many of the existing Housing Element goals are still valid today. We need to maintain preservation and rehabilitation of our historic buildings and continue to incorporate affordable housing seamlessly into the community. If done right, new housing typologies will not only provide affordable choices but will also support positive growth in our neighborhood centers and hubs. This a work in progress, and the draft goals being shared are not final; we welcome the Planning Board's input. We will also be sharing these goals, along with several other Elements' goals, at community meetings scheduled for May 28 and 30 at Edmonds Woodway High School. Attachments: Planning Board_May 8 Housing Element CP_2020_adopted Packet Pg. 9 Comprehensive Plan: Housing Element Update May 8, 2024 Draft Housing Element April 09 Council approved Growth Alternatives April Draft Economy Element May 8 0� O May Draft Land Use Element Draft Sustainability & Urban Design Elements Draft Transportation Element June 12 O June Finalize Housing Eco Dev. Land Use Elements Draft Utilities & Capital Facilities Elements Finalize Sustainability & Urban Design Elements Finalize Transportation Element July24 7.A.a E W All elemen ui 0 finalized fc 0 the Draft P a n 0 .y 0 0 L Q 0 U L Community Engagement Citywide Meetings OPlanning Board Touch Points -------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------ Comprehensive Plan Elements Review City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I I Packet Pg. 11 :re •F' OMAn W State & Regional HOUSING County 7.A.a Local City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 12 EDMONbV Growth Management Act (GMA) Goal The Growth Management Act (GMA) housing goal states that comprehensive plans and development regulations should encourage a full range of affordable housing types to meet the needs of all segments of the population, and to encourage the preservation of the existing housing stock. 5 EDM�N 7.A.a ZU M • 0«eY VISION 2050 Housing Goal https://www.psrc.org/sites/default/files/2022-02/vision-2050-mpps.Of City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 14 EDIO bV County Housing Overarching Goal Statement Snohomish County and its cities shall promote fair and equitable access to safe, affordable, and accessible housing options for every resident through the expansion of a diverse housing stock that is in close proximity to employment, services, and transportation options. °aL s EDIVI fiction Plan The most effective steps the City can take are: (#3) to support mixed use and transit -oriented development in neighborhood commercial centers" -ACall to Action: Edmonds Climate Action Plan 2024 305,962 MT COZe 7.2 MT CO2e per capita • 35% • 40% Buildings (Residential) Transportation • 15% • 6% Buildings (Commercial) Refrigerant • 2% • 2% Buildings (industrial) Waste Figure 4: Local Emissions in Edmonds in 2017 --———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 16 _�... Equitable Engagement Fre • Implement housing policy that integrates low- income or subsidized housing units across the city; Example: City of Everett's policy that any new multi- family development must include a defined percentage of low-income housing units • Detail specific actions in strategic plan commitments including ....., housing plans, etc. ZATIO 7.A.a E r W 00, i Now", - / O a y s o❑ E / U ' 00 . . L . fC O m Equitable Engagement Framework City of Edmonds a ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 17 °aL s EDM�N 11 C� • Citizens' Housing Commission includes statements for new "urban villages" within accessible areas to share growth more equitably • Housing commission supported and explored practices encouraging accessory dwelling units, duplexes, triplexes, and quadraplexes, often complemented by nearby small-scale retail. r-I q P. ` e IN or MIN Irl7pill me I loll IN, gill 002L goal THE EDMONDS CITIZENS' HOUSING COMMISSION WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU! C� 7.A.a ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 18 °aL s EDM�N 11 C� L) n Recce A package of policy recommendations submitted to City Council in 2021 by the commission, will be considered in this update. C� 7.A.a • Revisions to Multi Family Tax Exemption (METE) Program • Participation in Mandatory Housing Affordability (MHA) Program • Rental assistance to low-income households • Partnerships with regional organizations that support affordable housing in the sub- region. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 19 _�... Existing Housing Goals C T Existing Goals • , , x. W Housing Goal A. Encourage adequate housing opportunitiesfor all families and individuals Will be included in the N in the community regardless of their race, age, sex, religion, disabilityor economic narrative for Vision 1 circumstances. Housing Goal B. Ensure that past attitudes do not establish a precedent for future Removed. Addressed in decisions pertaining to public accommodation and fair housing. the policy section L a - related to equity. 0 Housing Goal C. Provide for special needs populations— such as low income, disabled, or Modified as Goal 2.1 CO senior residents —to have a decent home in a healthyand suitable living environment. L Housing Goal D. Maintain a valuable housing resource by encouraging preservation and Will be integrated m rehabilitation of the older housing stock in the community into the policies Housing Goal E. Provide opportunitiesfor affordable housing (subsidized, if need be) for Merged with Goal C and IL special needs populations, such as disadvantaged, disabled, low income, and senior modified as new Goal residents 2.1 w a ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 20 ��L C 7.A.a lrE�wpjVIO14D 71,Existing Housing Goals V7��' -Existing Goal Adaptation A Housing Goal F. Provide for a variety of housing that respects the established character Merged under narrative of the community. Housing Goal G. Provide housing opportunities within Activity Centers consistent with the land use, transportation, and economic goals of the Comprehensive Plan. Housing Goal H. Review and monitor permitting processes and regulatory systems to assure that they promote housing opportunities and avoid, to the extent possible, adding to the cost of housing. Housing Goal I. Increase affordable housing opportunities with programs that seek to achieve other community goals as well. Housing Goal J. Recognize that in addition to traditional heightand bulk standards, design is an important aspect of housing and determines, in many cases, whether or not it is compatiblewith its surroundings. Design guidelines for housing should be integrated, as appropriate, into the policies and regulations governing the location and design of housing. Vision 1 and Goal 1.1 Merged under narrative Vision 1 and Goal 1.1 Goa 14.3 Removed. Vague. Removed from Housing, More appropriatefor Urban Design. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 21 W .N 0 a d .y C 0 0 L Q 0 U CO M L 0 0 m a r 0 E 0 a �L C 7.A.a rr)MpNpS io'.000 New --moaci • New Section on Assessment of Inequity and Racial Disparity in Housing.* ❑ Includes data on Cost burden by race ❑ Change in racial makeup by census block maps ❑ Vulnerability index from Snohomish County tool to address displacement risk assessment and discussion • New Goals and policies related to housing equity.* • Emphasize Transit Oriented Housing. • Remove regulatory barriers to housing affordability.* • Implement supportive development regulations. • Implement H6 1377 to allow affordable housing on religious institution land by right, at densities that are "bonus increased."* ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Req u i red by H B 1220 and PSRC Checklist City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 22 A(0 "7.A.a rr)PID New - New policy statements will be explored related to • Allocation and distribution of mixed use, multifamily and middle housing, as well as accessory dwelling units.* • Creating mixed income communities. • Live -work units and workforce housing. • Co -housing. • Mobile homes/ Manufactured homes. • Permanent Supportive housing, emergency housing and other housing opportunities that are accessible and attainable to workers in employment centers.* • Inclusionary & incentive Zoning mechanisms.* ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Req u i red by H B 1220 and PS RC Checklist) City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 23 Draft VISION & GOALS 5 EDM�N Vision 1: Create vibrant and diverse neighborhoods 3oal 1.1. Edmonds is an inclusive city, supporting diverse housing types to meet housing needs and preferences 7.A.a ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 25 5 EDM�N Vision 2: Ensure fair and accessible housing opportunities for all Goal 2.1 The City of Edmonds will pursue opportunities to enable housing in healthy living environments for low income, disabled, and senior residents Goal 2.2. The City of Edmonds will implement measures to preventthe displacement of existing residents, particularly low-income and marginalized communities. Goal 2.3 Existing racial inequity in housing distribution will be minimized. We heard... 7.A.a ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 26 5 EDM�N We heard... Vision 3: Produce and preserve affordable housing Goal 3.1. Implement measures to increase affordable housing supply. Goal 3.2. Preserve naturally occurring affordable housing. 7.A.a ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 27 5 EDM�N Vision 4: Remove regulatory barriers t- housing affordability Goal 4.1. Implement supportive development regulations. Goal 4.2. Remove other development regulations that hinder achievement of housing targets. Goal 4.3. Review and monitor permitting processes and regulatory systems to assure that they promote housing opportunities and avoid, to the extent possible, adding to the cost of housing. Goal 4.4. Implement housing financing measures. Goal4.5. Develop program to monitor outcomes. We heard... 7.A.a ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 28 7.A.a EpMpNsDCitywideMeetings:nt Specific Goals E Community input focused on developing the draft Comprehensive Plan Goals:LLI 0 Tuesday, May 28, 2024 • 4:30 - 5:30 PM Land Use L • 5:30-6:30 PM Housing U • 6:30 - 7:30 PM Economy 00 L Thursday, May 30, 2024 m • 4:30 - 5:30 PM Transportation a • 5:30 — 6:30 PM Urban Design • 6:30 - 7:30 PM Environment a ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- City of Edmonds Comprehensive Plan Update I Packet Pg. 29 Thank You Email us @ everyonesedmonds@edmondswa.gov For more updates, visit edmondswa.gov/everyonesedmonds 7.A.b Housing Element Introduction. This section looks at the character and diversity of housing in the City of Edmonds. Part of this process includes looking at housing types and affordability. The goal of this section is to provide the necessary information to anticipate housing needs. General Background According to the Office of Financial Management (OFM), there were an estimated 18,378 housing units within the City of Edmonds in 2010. This represents an increase of 5 percent in the city's housing stock since 2000, when there were 17,508 housing units. In comparison, over the period 1990-2000, the city's housing stock grew 35.2 percent, or approximately 3.5 percent per year. This increase is largely explained by annexations that occured during the 1990s in the south and southwest portions of the city. Figure 22 summarizes recent growth trends and forecasts for the City of Edmonds. Of the total stock of housing in 2010, 11,685 (63.5 percent) were single family units, 6,664 (36.3 percent) were multi -family units, and 29 (0.2 percent) were mobile homes or trailers. Compared with Snohomish County as a whole, Edmonds has a lower percentage of single-family homes (63.6 percent vs. 66.9 percent, respectively) and mobile homes (0.2 percent vs. 6.8 percent, respectively) and a higher proportion of multi -family homes (36.3 percent vs. 26.4 percent, respectively). Much of the existing housing stock was built between 1950 and 1969 (see Figure 23) as Edmonds annexed lands east on Main Street, through Five Corners, and over to the western side of Lake Ballinger. As part of the greater Seattle metropolitan area, Edmonds experienced growth earlier than most in Snohomish County. Housing Units se Increase Percent Increase Avg. Annual I Increase Census: 1980 10,702 1990 12,245 1,543 21.0% 1.9% 2000 17,508 5,263 35.2% 3.1 % 2010 18,378 870 5.0% 0.5% Growth Target: 2035 21,168 2,790 15.2% 0.6% Figure 22: City of Edmonds Housing Growth Source: US Census; Snohomish County Tomorrow Housing 83 Packet Pg. 31 7.A.b 45% 40% 35% 30% 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% 1949 or earlier 1950 to 1969 1970 to 1989 1990 to 1999 2000 or later n Edmonds ■ King County ■ Snohomish County Figure 23: Age Distribution of Housing Stock, City of Edmonds and Snohomish County Source: American Community Survey Household Characteristics At the time of the 2010 Census, Edmonds Housing stock was approximately 94.6 percent occupied. The average household size has declined since 1990, when it was 2.37 persons, to 2.26 persons in 2010. The average household size within the city is expected to decrease to approximately 2.2 persons by 2035 (Snohomish County Tomorrow, 2013). Understanding how the City's population is changing offers insight for planning housing types that will be in demand. Based on Census data, residents of Edmonds are older than those of Snohomish County, taken as a whole. In 2000, the median age of Edmonds residents was 42.0 years, compared with 34.7 years countywide. By 2010, the median age in Edmonds had increased to 46.3 years, compared to 37.1 years countywide. During the same period, the population of Edmonds residents, 14 years of age and younger, shrank in each age category (Figure 25). A natural increase in population is likely to decline as the female population ages beyond childbearing age. These trends are consistent with national trends. Housing 84 Packet Pg. 32 7.A.b 90 + 85 - 89 80 - 84 75 - 79 70 - 74 65 - 69 60 - 64 55 - 59 50 - 54 45 - 49 40 - 44 35 - 39 30 - 34 25 - 29 20 - 24 15-19 10 - 14 5-9 0-4 Of Mi 00 1,500 1,000 500 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 ■ 2010 2000 Figure 24: Edmonds Population Pyramid Source: US Census Bureau, 2000 and 2010 15% 10% 5% 0% -5% -10% -15% — -20% Age Groups 0 to 4 5 to 9 10 to 14 [--]Edmonds oSnohomish ■ Washington State Figure 25: Population Growth of Children 14 years of Age and Younger, 2000 to 2010 Source: US Census Bureau, 2000 and 2010 Housing 85 as E 2 w _ .N 0 x a as _ a� 2,500 L Q E 0 U d Q. 0 M 0 N O N w Q Packet Pg. 33 7.A.b Household Income: In general, residents of Edmonds earn relatively more income than residents of Snohomish County as a whole. The Edmonds' median household income was $67,228 according to the 2011-2013 American Community Survey 3-year data, similar to the County median of $67,192. This is in contrast to per capita income, which is substantially higher in Edmonds compared to Snohomish County ($40,892 vs. $31,049, respectively). These figures reflect Edmonds' relatively smaller household sizes. Housing Ownership: According to the 2000 Census, 68.1 percent of the housing units within the city were owner -occupied and 31.9 percent were renter -occupied. This represented an increase in owner - occupancy from the 65.3 percent reported in the 1990 Census. The trend continued into 2010, with 69 percent of the City's housing being occupied by owners. The direction of the trend in housing occupancy is similar for Snohomish County as a whole, although ownership rates countywide were slightly lower in 2010, at 67 percent. Housing Values: According to the 2011-2013 ACS 3-year data, the median value of owner -occupied units had increased to $371,700 in Edmonds and $276,800 in Snohomish County, with Edmonds approximately 34.3 percent higher than the countywide median. Within Edmonds, median housing values vary considerably between neighborhoods; the highest valued homes are found along the waterfront, while the lowest values are found within interior neighborhoods and east of Highway 99. Housing Affordability: For the purposes of calculating the housing affordability in Edmonds, this document uses the median income for the Seattle -Bellevue HUD Fair Market Rent Area (HMFA) instead of the Snohomish County Area Median Income (AMI). The Seattle -Bellevue AMI is used as Edmonds is considered a suburb of Seattle, not Everett. The 2013 HMFA AMI for Seattle -Bellevue is $86,700, which is the same as Snohomish County's AMI at $86,700. The 2013 median household income for Edmonds is $67,192. AMI is an important calculation used by many agencies to measure housing affordability. Standard income levels are as follows: • Extremely low income: <30 percent AMI • Very Low Income: between 30 and 50 percent AMI • Low Income: between 50 and 80 percent AMI • Moderate income: between 80 and 95 percent AMI • Middle Income: between 95 and 120 percent AMI Using rental data obtained from Dupre and Scott by the Alliance for Housing Affordability (AHA), Figure 26 provides a clearer view of what a household looking for a home in Edmonds would expect to pay for rent and utilities. The data includes both single family and multifamily rental units. Housing sizes and the corresponding minimum income required for a full time worker to afford the home are listed. For example, a family of four searching for a 3 bedroom unit could expect to pay on average $1,679 per month for rent and utilities. In order to afford housing, the family would need an annual income of $67,160. Housing 86 Packet Pg. 34 7.A.b Average Rent (w/ Utilities) Minimum Income Required Lowest Rent Highest Rent Per Hour Annual Studio 5 833 $ 16.02 $ 33,320 $ 546 $ 1,187 1 Bedroom 5 887 $ 17.06 $ 35,480 $ 662 $ 1,521 2 Bedroom $ 1,097 $ 21.10 $ 43,880 $ 777 $ 1,916 3 Bedroom $ 1,679 $ 32.29 $ 67,160 $ 1,094 $ 4,215 4 Bedroom $ 2,545 $ 48.94 $ 101,800 $ 1,947 $ 4,347 5 Bedroom $ 2,844 $ 54.69 $ 113,760 $ 2,276 $ 3,771 Figure 26: Average Rent and Affordability (housing plus utilities) by Size Source: Dupree and Scott, 2013; National Low Income Housing Coalition, 2014 Figure 27 shows the distribution of rent affordability at different income levels using the Seattle - Bellevue AMI. "Yes" means that the average rent is affordable to a household at that income level, adjusting for size, "Limited" means that the average rent is not affordable but there are lower end affordable units, and "No" means that the entire rent range is not affordable. As seen below, a four bedroom home is not affordable for persons with a household income at 80 percent or below of the HFMA AMI. Income Level Number of Bedrooms Studio 1 2 3 4+ Extrememly Low No No No No No Very Low Limited limited Limited Limited No Low Yes Yes Yes Limited No Moderate Yes Yes Yes Yes Limited Middle Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Figure 27: Distribution of Rent Affordability by Size Source: Dupree and Scott, 2013 Between 2008 and 2012, 85 percent of home sales in Edmonds were three or four bedrooms in size according to County records. According to tax assessor data, the 2012 median sales price for a single family home in Edmonds was $339,975. Assuming a 20 percent down payment and using average rates of interest, taxes, utilities, and insurance as determined by the Federal Housing Funding Board, the monthly payment for this home would be $1,895. For a family to not be cost burdened, they would require an annual income of at least $75,796, which is above the City's median income. Figure 28 shows that the percentage of home sales affordable to each income level has changed between 2008 and 2012. Housing 87 Packet Pg. 35 7.A.b 100% 90•� 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% - Extremely Very Low Low Moderate Middle Low Figure 28: Home Sales Affordability, 2008-2012 Source: Dupree and Scott, 2013 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Housing Needs: Edmonds is targeted to grow from a 2013 population of 40,381 to 45,550 by 2035. This translates to an estimated need of 2,790 housing units in the city to accommodate the targeted growth. The Buildable Lands Report for Snohomish County indicates that the majority of this increase will be in redevelopment occurring on multifamily properties, including mixed use projects. Because the City of Edmonds does not construct housing itself, the housing targets are helpful in assessing needs and providing a sense of the policy challenges that exist. Future housing needs will be met by a combination of the housing market, housing authorities, and governmental housing agencies. However, the City of Edmonds can do things to assist in accommodating projected housing needs, such as adjusting zoning and land use regulations. The City may also be able to assist in supporting the quality of housing through progressive building codes and programs for healthy living. Forecasting future housing needs for specific populations and income ranges is difficult. One method to arrive at an initial estimate of housing needs is to take the Edmonds' housing target (2,790) and apply the countywide breakdown for each income group. Data shown in Figure 29 is based on household income from the 5-year American Community Survey in 2007-2011. The City of Edmonds will take into account local population and housing characteristics when determining housing targets. Housing Total Projected Under 30%AMI 30-50%AMI 50-80%AMI Jurisdiction Housing Unit Housing Need Housing Need Housing Need Growth Need (11%of Total) (11%of Total) (17%of Total) Edmonds 2,790 307 307 474 Figure 29: Projected Housing Need Source: Snohomish County Tomorrow, "Housing Characteristics and Needs in Snohomish County," 2014 88 Packet Pg. 36 7.A.b As previously mentioned, the median age of Edmonds residents is the highest in Snohomish County at 48.1 years compared to 37.5 years countywide (2011-2013 American Community Survey) and second highest of Washington state cities with a population of 25,000 or more. hi 2011, the first persons of the Baby Boom generation turned 65 years of age and represent, what demographers project, the fastest growing age group over the next 20 years. An older population will require specific needs if they are to "age in place." In Edmonds, the effects may be particularly strong. Developing healthy, walkable communities with nearby retail and transit options will help an aging population retain their independence. Assisted Housing Availability: In 1995 there were two HUD -assisted developments providing a total of 87 units for low-income, senior residents within the City of Edmonds. This was more than doubled by a new development approved in 2004 for an additional 94 units. Since 1995, 167 assisted care living units have been built in the downtown area, specifically targeting senior housing needs. Although the Housing Authority of Snohomish County did not operate any public housing units within Edmonds prior to 1995, it purchased an existing housing complex totaling 131 units in 2002. The Housing Authority continues to administer 124 Section 8 rent supplement certificates and vouchers within the city. In addition, there are currently 36 adult family homes providing shelter for 187 residents. This is a substantial increase from the 13 adult family homes providing shelter for 66 residents in 1995. Growth Management goals and policies contained in the City's Comprehensive Plan encourage availability of resources to ensure basic community services and ample provisions made for necessary open space, parks and other recreation facilities; preservation of light (including direct sunlight), privacy, views, open spaces, shorelines and other natural features, and freedom from air, water, noise and visual pollution; and a balanced mixture of income and age groups. Land Use policies encourage strategic planning for development and redevelopment that achieve a balanced and coordinated approach to economic development, housing and cultural goals; and encourage a more active and vital setting for new businesses supported by nearby residents, downtown commercial activity and visitors throughout the area. Policies encourage identification and maintenance of significant public and private social areas, cultural facilities, and scenic areas; and maintenance and preservation of historical sites. Commercial Land Use policies encourage identification and reservation of sufficient sites suited for a variety of commercial uses. Housing goals are directed toward providing housing opportunities for all segments of the city's households; supporting existing neighborhoods and preserving/rehabilitating the housing stock; maintaining high quality residential environments; and providing assistance to developing housing for special needs populations, such as senior, disabled and low-income households. These goals are supported by policies which include review of regulatory impediments to control of housing costs and affirmative measures to support construction of housing for protected groups; encouraging expansion of the types of housing available, including accessory dwelling units, mixed use, and multi -family housing; flexible development standards; and review and revision of development regulations, including assessing the feasibility of establishing time limits for permitting; consolidating permitting; implementing administrative permitting procedures and instituting preapplication hearings. Other measures to mitigate potential housing impacts include determining whether any public land is available which could be used to help meet affordable housing targets; development of a strategy plan, including target number of units and development timeline; technical assistance programs or information to encourage housing rehabilitation and development of accessory units; and a strong monitoring program with mid -course correction features (see the discussion below). Housing 89 Packet Pg. 37 Strategies to Promote Affordable Housing. In order to respond to the continuing need to provide affordable housing for the community, the City has undertaken a series of reasonable measures to accomplish this goal, consistent with the policy direction indicated by Snohomish County Tomorrow and the Countywide Planning Policies. These reasonable measures or strategies to promote affordable housing include: Land Use Strategies • Upzoning. The City upzoned a substantial area of previously large lot (12,000+ square foot lots) zoning to ensure that densities can be obtained of at least 4.0 dwelling units per acre. The City has also approved changes to its zoning codes to encourage more multifamily development in mixed use areas, especially in corridors served by transit (e.g. Highway 99 along the Swift high capacity transit corridor). • Density Bonus. A targeted density bonus is offered for the provision of low income senior housing in the City. Parking requirements are also reduced for this housing type, making the density obtainable at lower site development cost. • Cluster Subdivisions. This is accomplished in the city through the use of PRDs. hi Edmonds, a PRD is defined as an alternate form of subdivision, thereby encouraging its use as a normal form of development. In addition, PRDs follow essentially the same approval process as that of a subdivision. • Planned Residential Development (PRD). The City has refined and broadened the applicability of its PRD regulations. PRDs can still be used to encourage the protection of environmentally sensitive lands; however, PRDs can also be used to encourage infill development and flexible housing types. • Infill Development. The City's principal policy direction is aimed at encouraging infill development consistent with its neighborhoods and community character. This overall plan direction has been termed "designed infill" and can be seen in the City's emphasis and continued work on streamlining permitting, revising codes to provide more flexible standards, and improving its design guidelines. The City is also continuing the process of developing new codes supporting mixed use development in key locations supported by transit and linked to nearby neighborhoods. Conversion/Adaptive Reuse. The City has established a historic preservation program intended to support the preservation and adaptive reuse of existing buildings, especially in the historic downtown center. Part of the direction of the plans and regulations for the Downtown/Waterfront area is to provide more flexible standards that can help businesses move into older buildings and adapt old homes to commercial or mixed use spaces. An example is the ability of buildings on the Edmonds Register of Historic Places to get an exception for parking for projects that retain the historic character of the site. Housing 90 Packet Pg. 38 7.A.b Administrative Procedures Streamlined approval processing. The City generally uses either a Hearing Examiner or staff to review and issue discretionary land use decisions, thereby reducing permitting timelines and providing an increased degree of certainty to the process. The City continues to provide and improve on an extensive array of information forms and handouts explaining its permitting processes and standards. The City has also established standards for permit review times, tailored to the type and complexity of the project. For example, the mean processing time for processing land use permits in 2011 was 36 days, less than one-third of the 120-day standard encouraged by the State's Regulatory Reform act. • Use -by -Right. The City has been actively reviewing its schedule of uses and how they are divided between uses that are permitted outright vs. permitted by some form of conditional use. The City has expanded this effort to include providing clearer standards, allowing more approvals to be referred to staff instead of the Hearing Examiner hearing process. • Impact mitigation payment deferral. The City's traffic mitigation impact fees are assessed at the time of development permit application, but are not collected until just prior to occupancy. This provides predictability while also minimizing "carrying costs" of financing. Development Standards • Front yard or side yard setback requirements. Some of the City's zones have no front or side yard setback requirements, such as in the downtown mixed use zones. In single family zones, average front setbacks can be used to reduce otherwise required front yard setbacks. • Zero lot line. This type of development pattern can be achieved using the City's PRD process, which is implemented as an alternative form of subdivision. • Street design and construction. Edmonds has adopted a `complete streets' policy. Street standards are reviewed and updated periodically, taking advantage of new technologies whenever possible. A comprehensive review and update of the city's codes is underway. • Alleys. The City has an extensive system of alleys in the downtown area and makes use of these in both mixed use and residential developments. • Off-street parking requirements. The City has substantially revised its off-street parking standards, reducing the parking ratios required for multifamily development and in some mixed use areas, thereby reducing housing costs and encouraging more housing in areas that are walkable or served by transit. • Sanitary Sewer, Water, and Stormwater systems. Innovative techniques are explored and utilized in both new systems and in the maintenance of existing infrastructure. Housing 91 Packet Pg. 39 7.A.b Low -Cost Housing Types • Accessory dwellings. The City substantially revised its accessory dwelling regulations, providing clearer standards and streamlining their approval as a standard option for any single family lot. Mixed -use development. The City has strengthened and expanded its mixed use development approach. Downtown mixed use development no longer has a density cap, and this — combined other regulatory changes — has resulted in residential floor space drawing even with commercial floor space in new developments in the downtown area. Mixed use zoning was applied in the Westgate Corridor, and revised mixed use development regulations have been updated and intensified in the Hospital/Highway 99 Activity Center as well as along Highway 99. • Mobile/manufactured housing. The City's regulation of manufactured homes has been revised to more broadly permit this type of housing in single family zones. Housing Production & Preservation Programs • Housing preservation. The City provides strict enforcement of its building codes, intended to protect the quality and safety of housing. The City has also instituted a historic preservation program intended to provide incentives to rehabilitate and restore commercial, mixed use, and residential buildings in the community. • Public housing authority / Public and nonprofit housing developers. The City supports the Housing Authority of Snohomish County, as evidenced by its approval of the conversion of housing units to Housing Authority ownership. Edmonds is also a participant in the Alliance for Housing Affordability (AHA) in Snohomish County, which is a consortium of cities pooling resources to collectively address housing needs in the county. For -profit housing builders and developers. Many of the strategies outlined above are aimed at the for -profit building market. The City's budget restrictions limit its ability to directly participate in the construction or provision of affordable housing, so it has chosen instead to affect the cost of housing by reducing government regulation, providing flexible development standards, and otherwise minimize housing costs that can be passed on to prospective owners or renters. However, as noted above, the City is also a participant in the Alliance for Housing Affordability in Snohomish County, which is intended to collaborate on housing strategies countywide. Housing Financing Strategies • State / Federal resources. The City supports the use of State and Federal resources to promote affordable housing through its participation in the Snohomish County Consortium and the Community Development Block Grant program. These are important inter jurisdictional efforts to address countywide needs. Housing 92 Packet Pg. 40 7.A.b Jurisdictions face challenges in meeting affordability goals or significantly reducing the current affordable housing deficit. Edmonds is a mature community with limited opportunities for new development and has limited powers and resources to produce subsidized housing on its own. However, it is hoped that Edmonds' participation in joint planning and coordination initiatives, such as the Alliance for Affordable Housing will point the way to new housing initiatives in the future. Housing Goals & Policies Each key goal in this element (or section) is identified by an alphabet letter (for example, "D"). Goals are typically followed by associated policies and these are identified by the letter of the goal and a sequential number (for example, "D.2") Housing Goal A. Encourage adequate housing opportunities for all families and individuals in the community regardless of their race, age, sex, religion, disability or economic circumstances. A.1 Consider opportunities for short-term housing that can meet local needs in case of an emergency or disaster. Housing Goal B. Ensure that past attitudes do not establish a precedent for future decisions pertaining to public accommodation and fair housing. Housing Goal C. Provide for special needs populations — such as low income, disabled, or senior residents — to have a decent home in a healthy and suitable living environment, including through the following policies: C.1. Encourage the utilization of the housing resources of the state or federal government to assist in providing adequate housing opportunities for special needs populations, such as low income, disabled, or senior residents. C.2. Work with the Alliance for Housing Affordability and other agencies to: C.2. a. Provide current information on housing resources; C.2.b.Determine the programs which will work best for the community. C.2.c. Conduct periodic assessments of the housing requirements of special needs populations to ensure that reasonable opportunities exist for all forms of individual and group housing within the community. Housing Goal D. Maintain a valuable housing resource by encouraging preservation and rehabilitation of the older housing stock in the community through the following policies: D.1. Support programs that offer assistance to households in need, such as units with low income or senior householders. Housing 93 Packet Pg. 41 7.A.b D.2. Enforce building codes, as appropriate, to conserve healthy neighborhoods and encourage rehabilitation of housing that shows signs of deterioration. D.3. Ensure that an adequate supply of housing exists to accommodate all households that are displaced as a result of any community action. D.4. Evaluate City ordinances and programs to determine if they prevent rehabilitation of older buildings. Housing Goal E. Provide opportunities for affordable housing (subsidized, if need be) for special needs populations, such as disadvantaged, disabled, low income, and senior residents through the following policies: E.1. Aggressively support efforts to fund the construction of housing for seniors, low income, and other special needs populations, while recognizing that units should blend into the neighborhood and/or be designed to be an asset to the area and create pride for inhabitants. E.2. Aim for city zoning regulations to expand, not limit, housing opportunities for all special needs populations. Housing Goal F. Provide for a variety of housing that respects the established character of the community. F.1. Expand and promote a variety of housing opportunities by establishing land use patterns that provide a mixture of housing types and densities. F.l.a. Provide for mixed use, multifamily and single family housing that is targeted and located according to the land use patterns established in the land use element. F.2. Encourage infill development that is consistent with or enhances the character of the surrounding neighborhood. F.2.a. Within single family neighborhoods, encourage infill development by considering innovative single family development patterns such as Planned Residential Developments (PRDs). F.2.b. Provide for accessory housing in single family neighborhoods to address the needs of extended families and encourages housing affordability. F.2.c. Provide flexible development standards for infill development, such as non- conforming lots, when development in these situations will be consistent with the character of the neighborhood and with the goal to provide affordable single family housing. Housing Goal G. Provide housing opportunities within Activity Centers consistent with the land use, transportation, and economic goals of the Comprehensive Plan. G.1. Promote development within Activity Centers that supports the centers' economic activities and transit service. Housing 94 Packet Pg. 42 7.A.b G.l.a. Provide for mixed use development within Activity Centers. G. Lb. Plan for housing that is located with easy access to transit and economic activities that provide jobs and shopping opportunities. G.l.c. Consider adjusting parking standards for housing within Activity Centers to provide incentives for lower -cost housing when justified by available transit service. Housing Goal H. Review and monitor permitting processes and regulatory systems to assure that they promote housing opportunities and avoid, to the extent possible, adding to the cost of housing. H.1. Provide the maximum amount of efficiency and predictability in government permitting processes. H. La. Consider a wide variety of measures to achieve predictability and efficiency, including such ideas as: ...establishing time limits for permitting processes; ...developing consolidated permitting and appeals processes; ...implementing administrative permitting procedures; ...using pre -application processes to highlight problems early. H.2. Establish monitoring programs for permitting and regulatory processes. H.2.a. Monitoring programs should review the types and effectiveness of government regulations and incentives, in order to assess whether they are meeting their intended purpose or need to be adjusted to meet new challenges. Housing Goal I. Increase affordable housing opportunities with programs that seek to achieve other community goals as well. I.1. Research housing affordability and program options that address Comprehensive Plan goals and objectives. I.2. Develop housing programs to encourage housing opportunities that build on linkages between housing and other complementary Comprehensive Plan goals. I.2.a. New programs that address housing affordability should be coordinated with programs that address development of the arts, encourage historic preservation, promote the continued development of Activity Centers and transit -friendly development, and that encourage economic development. Housing Goal J. Recognize that in addition to traditional height and bulk standards, design is an important aspect of housing and determines, in many cases, whether or not it is compatible with its surroundings. Design guidelines for housing should be integrated, as appropriate, into the policies and regulations governing the location and design of housing. J.1. Provide design guidelines that encourage flexibility in housing types while ensuring compatibility of housing with the surrounding neighborhood. Housing 95 Packet Pg. 43 7.A.b J. La. Incentives and programs for historic preservation and neighborhood conservation should be researched and established to continue the character of Edmonds' residential and mixed use neighborhoods. J. Lb. Design guidelines for housing should be developed to ensure compatibility of housing with adjacent land uses. Implementation Actions and Performance Measures Implementation actions are steps that are intended to be taken within a specified timeframe to address high priority sustainability goals. In addition, the Comprehensive Plan contains a small number performance measures (no more than one per element) that can be used to monitor and annually report on the implementation and effectiveness of the Comprehensive Plan. Performance measures, as identified in the Comprehensive Plan, are specific, meaningful, and easily obtainable items that relate to sustainability and can be reported on an annual basis. They are intended to help assess progress toward achieving the goals and policy direction of each major Comprehensive Plan element. {Note: The measure identified below is specifically called out as matching the above criteria and being important to housing goals and will be reported annually, along with performance measures for other Comprehensive Plan elements. It is not intended to be the only measure that the City may use for housing purposes. Implementation Action: Provide housing policy options by the end of 2020 for City Council consideration. Performance Measure: Report the number of residential units permitted each year with a goal of reaching 21,168 units by 2035, or approximately 112 additional dwelling units annually from 2011 to 2035. Housing 96 Packet Pg. 44 10.A Planning Board Agenda Item Meeting Date: 05/8/2024 Extended Agenda Staff Lead: Michael Clugston Department: Planning Division Prepared By: Michael Clugston Background/History N/A Staff Recommendation Discuss the attached extended agenda. Narrative N/A Attachments: May 8 Extended Agenda Packet Pg. 45 10.A.a Planning Board Extended Agenda - May 8, 2024 C (O I O C (O I l0 C (O I LL I LL I C0 L iccO G I m iccO G I I� Q Q I O Q Q I i6 00 G I N I N I l0 I o I 4 �/ Q 1 Z5 Q 1 w N 1 rl � N 1 Ln y- U O U O 1 m O Z I m O Z 1 v 0 1 v 0 1 Ln Comprehensive Plan High Level Alternatives D/R D/R Joint Discussion w/EDC D/R D/R Final Review Draft Alternatives D/R Housing Policy Discussion D/R Environmental Analysis preliminary findings + Transportation D/R All Comp Plan Elements, Utility Analysis D/R Preferred Plan, FEIS D/R Code Updates Critical Aquifer Recharge D/R CAO Update (RCW 36.70A.130 - end 2024) 1 Tree Code Update D/R Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (HB 1337 - mid 2025) D/R D/R PH D/R D/R Green Building Incentives I D/R D/R PH Climate Legislative Package I Land use permit timelines (SB 5290 - end 2024) 1 D/R PH Middle Housing (HB 1110 - mid 2025) 1 1 Design standards and processes (HB 1293 - mid 2025), including multfamily design standards Long Range Capital Improvement Program/Capital Facilties Plan I PH Tree Canopy Policy I D/R Highway 99 Landmark Site Administrative Election of Officers Planning & Development 2024 Work Plan B Annual Retreat I Planning Board report to City Council D/R B Parks, Recreation & Human Services Report B I I I I I I B KEY I- Introduction & Discussion PH- Public Hearing D/R- Discussion/Recommendation B- Briefing/Q&A R- Report with no briefing/presentation Regular meeting cancelled Future Items Neighborhood Center Plans Code Modernization Projects: 1. Unified Development Code (late 2025) Comp Plan Implementation Highway 99 Community Renewal Program Packet Pg. 46