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Mobile Food Vendor Project

May 23, 2013

Mobile Food Vendor

The overall goal of the project is to revisit the City’s rules governing mobile food vendors to create an easier, more predictable system for such entrepreneurs. The proposed revisions affect both licensing requirements and land use regulations of SMC Title 10, Division II – Regulation of Activities, License Code and SMC Title 17C., the Land Use Standards of the Unified Development Code, respectively.

For more information on the Mobile Food Vending Project please contact Andrew Worlock: aworlock@spokanecity.org at (509) 625-6991.



West Plains Subarea Planning
Second Public Workshop

May 17, 2013

At the workshop, there were two activities. The first, showcased the proposed draft arterial network (shown here below) and attendees were asked to offer changes or suggestions by selecting different road types for a future arterial network in the West Plains.

West Plains Arterial Network Designations Draft Alternative (click to view)

The second activity asked attendees to review the existing planned bicycle network in the West Plains from SRTC, City of Spokane, City of Airway Heights, and City of Cheney, and provide feedback on any missing connections.

West Plains Planned Bicycle Network Compilation (click to view)


Notice of Application and Public Comment Period

May 17, 2013

Z1300025SSDP – Huntington Park
Applicant Avista Corporation
Location 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane, WA 99201
Description of Project Avista plans to make improvements to Huntington Park that will accommodate visitor use that has changed since the park was initially developed. These improvements consist of sidewalks, which are designed to separate pedestrian traffic from the service road, signage, planters, benches and small grassy areas. One small overlook will be developed to allow the public a safe place to enjoy views of the Upper Falls. The primary linkage is through the current City Hall parking lot from Post Street and Riverfront Park. This will be re-designed by terracing down to an overlook that leads to a new sidewalk to Huntington Park. The terraces will accommodate sitting areas with landscaping and grass where feasible. The design goal for this section is to create a plaza type atmosphere that connects the Riverfront and Huntington Parks and that can be used for passive recreational opportunities.
Notice of Application and Public Comment Period Written comments may be submitted on this application prior to June 17, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.
Contact Written comments should be sent via mail or email:

Planning & Development Services
Attn: Tami Palmquist, Associate Planner
808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Spokane, WA 99201-3329
Email:tpalmquist@spokanecity.org
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West Plains Subarea Planning
Second Public Workshop

Updated May 3, 2013

Unable to attend? Review materials and provide feedback online at: http://www.spokaneplanning.org/westplains_subarea.html

Or contact Kathleen Weinand, (509) 625-6146, kweinand@spokanecity.org
For information on reasonable ADA accomodations for the workshop, please call
Rick Hoard, (509) 559-4600.


Informal Request for Proposals
Business District Revitalization Management/Implementation

April 24, 2013

The City of Spokane, through its Planning and Development Services Department is initiating this Informal Request for Proposals (IRFP) to solicit Proposals from firms interested in providing Business District Management and Implementations Services. The purpose of this request is to hire a consultant or agency to provide solid business district management services and/or to implement specific district plan components or action strategies in one to three commercial centers.

Please view the official Informal Request for Proposals for more information.



West Plains Chamber of Commerce'sMobEconomic Development Committee Presentation

April 24, 2013

On April 24th, we presented to the West Plains Chamber of Commerce's Economic Development Committee about the West Plains Sub-Area planning process thus far. We spoke about the existing conditions in the West Plains, the purpose and scope of the project and showcased the inventory of industrial land we completed.

Check out our presentation.



Revised Decision - Convention Center Expansion

April 18, 2013

Z1300003SSDP - Convention Center Expansion
Applicant Spokane Public Facilities District
Location 334 West Spokane Falls Boulevard, Spokane, WA
Description of Project Type II - Shoreline Substantial Development Permit

The project is the completion of the Spokane Convention Center exhibit hall as approved by Spokane County voters in April 2012. The project would expand the existing Spokane Convention Center to the north (adding 90,000 square feet of meeting, exhibit and ancillary space), relocate a sewer line within the site (out of the footprint of the future building), and reconfigure the landscape between the addition and the south edge of the Centennial Trail (includes former Shenanigans’ property). Associated projects include the improvement of the Centennial Trail, improvement of south bank of the Spokane River north of the Centennial Trail, and the possible development of a canoe/kayak take-out beneath the Division Street Bridge. The project will follow the guidelines and concepts developed during the 2010 Spokane Convention Center Completion Study.
Revised Decision The City of Spokane Planning and Development Department has issued a revised Decision based on the Request for Reconsideration filed with the City on April 11, 2013.
Related Documents Additional project information can be found on the Spokane Public Facilities District website.
Contact Tami Palmquist at (509) 625-6157 or tpalmquist@spokanecity.org


We Need Your Help! - West Plains Transportation Survey

April 9, 2013

To ensure transportation facilities meet the needs of residents and businesses, we need your help to review existing goals, policies, and recommendations. These goals, policies, and recommendations are important because they will help direct transportation projects throughout the West Plains.

We have provided goals, policies, and recommendations from various studies and plans related to transportation in the West Plains. Please review each, letting us know how important you believe them to be for mobility on the West Plains (1 = Least Important, 3 = Important, and 5 = Most Important).

Take the survey: West Plains Transportation: Goals and Policies Survey

To find out more about the West Plains Subarea Planning Process, visit our website: http://spokaneplanning.org/westplains_subarea.html



Notice of Application & Public Comment Period

April 3, 2013

Z1200032CUP2 – Slavic Baptist Church
Applicant Slavic Baptist Church
Location 8913 N. Nettleton Lane, Spokane, WA 99208
Description of Project A request for a conditional use permit to build a new school and church facility in a Single Family Zone. The proposed school will be 9,378 square feet in size and the proposed church will be 36,855 square feet. New landscaping and parking of 127 stalls will be provided. The total proposal will be developed on 6.83 acres.
Public Comment Period Written comments may be submitted on this application prior to April 3, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.
Contact Written comments should be sent via mail or email:

Planning & Development Services
Attn: Marla Powers, City Planner
808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Spokane, WA 99201-3329
Email:mpowers@spokanecity.org
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Mobile Food Vending Project Open House

April 3, 2013


Notice of Application & Notice of Public Hearing

March 8, 2013

Z1300012CUP3 - Ray & 21st CSO Tank
Applicant City of Spokane, Wastewater Department
Location 2000 South Ray Street, Spokane, WA
Description of Project This proposal requires a Type III Conditional Use Permit to expand a Utility Use in the Residential Single Family zone (SMC 17C.110.110).

The City of Spokane Wastewater Department is proposing to construct an underground CSO (Combined Sewer Overflow) storage tank with the dimensions of 60 feet width by 350 feet length by 20 feet height. The tank volume is 1,030,000 gallons. The estimated amount of cut is 20,623 cubic yards with 17,568 cubic yards of fill. The proposed project will require clearing of approximately 1.75 acres which includes the removal of approximately 100 trees and the closure and removal of a private access road. The site will be replanted and landscaped after installation of the tank. A landscape plan with re-vegetation plans dated 2/15/2013 is available for review below. Plans are also available for review in person at Spokane City Hall, 3rd floor, Planning & Development Services, during regular business hours.
Public Comment Period Written comments may be submitted on this application prio to March 25, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.

Written comments should be sent via mail or email:

Planning & Development Services
Attn: Tirrell Black, City Planner
808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Spokane, WA 99201-3329
Email:tblack@spokanecity.org
Public Hearing Date A Public Hearing before the Hearing Examiner is scheduled for Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 9:00 A.M. in Council Chambers, Spokane City Hall.
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Contact Tirrell Black at (509) 625-6185 or tblack@spokanecity.org


2012-2013 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Applications

December 6, 2012

The City of Spokane accepted applications for this annual Comprehensive Plan Amendment Cycle up until October 31, 2012, per SMC 17G.020.010. Applications for the next amendment cycle are due on October 31, 2013.

Four applications have been submitted and certified counter complete and will be considered concurrently during the upcoming amendment cycle. These applications are currently undergoing review by interested agencies and interested city departments. Following this period, a 60-day public comment period will occur. During the public comment period, workshops will be held with the City of Spokane Plan Commission. Following this period, the Plan Commission will hold a Public Hearing in which public testimony will be heard. The City Council will then hold a Public Hearing and act on these applications for amendment to the City’s Comprehensive Plan.

For more information on these amendments and the upcoming process please visit our Comprehensive Plan Amendments page.



The City of Spokane Comprehensive Plan has been updated to include all revisions through January 2012. The document now has functioning bookmarks for easier navigation. Please use the link below to view the document:


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