Implementing the Freeland Subarea Plan Zoning and Development Regulations Island County Planning & Community Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations

Presentation Outline Island County Planning & Community Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations Background Freeland Subarea Plan Process for writing Development Regulations What does the Subarea Plan Say?

Island County Planning & Community Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland 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 Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland 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 Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations Population Projections Source Subarea Plan Projections2,9174, US Census*2, Island County Population Projections1,6271,675**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 Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland 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 Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland 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 Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations

2011 Subarea Plan: Freeland Future Land Use Map Island County Planning & Community Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations

Island County Planning & Community Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations Land Use Designations Low 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 Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations Land Use Designations Medium 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 Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations Land Use Designations Business 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 Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations Land Use Designations Business 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 Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations Land Use Designations Industrial 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

Island County Planning & Community Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations Land Use Designations Mixed 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 Development 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update Freeland Subarea Development Regulations July Compile input from public meeting August Public Meeting to discuss UGA Boundary (August 12) September Public Meeting to review Draft Development Regulations

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