News from Planning and Development Services
Apr 24, 2025
South Tacoma Neighborhood Plan Garners Statewide Acclaim for Deep Community Engagement
The City of Tacoma’s South Tacoma Neighborhood Plan has earned top honors, securing the Community Involvement award from the 2025 Joint American Planning Association/Planning Association of Washington Awards…
Apr 21, 2025
Public Hearing on South Tacoma Groundwater Protection District Code Update on May 21
On May 21, no earlier than 6 p.m., the Tacoma Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed code amendments to the South Tacoma Groundwater Protection District…
Mar 14, 2025
Historic Preservation Awards Nomination Deadline is April 1
The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission is seeking Historic Preservation Award nominations recognizing people and projects keeping Tacoma’s history alive. There are a dozen award categories: Sustainability Housing Broadening…
Mar 13, 2025
Applications Now Being Accepted for Three Positions on the Planning Commission
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill three positions on the Planning Commission: the District No. 4 position, the Environmental Community position, and the Architecture,…
Mar 04, 2025
City of Tacoma Extends Moratorium on New Historic Special Review Districts
The City of Tacoma has extended the existing temporary moratorium on the nomination and designation of new Historic Special Review and Conservation Districts until November 5, 2025. This…
Feb 25, 2025
City of Tacoma Extends Targeted Moratorium in South Tacoma Groundwater Protection District
The City Council has approved a six-month extension of a targeted moratorium on certain high impact uses within the South Tacoma Groundwater Protection District (STGPD). The moratorium temporarily…
Feb 07, 2025
Public Hearing on Draft ‘One Tacoma’ Comprehensive Plan Update March 5
The Planning Commission has approved the public release of the draft “One Tacoma” Comprehensive Plan update and scheduled a public hearing on March 5 at 6 PM in…
Jan 30, 2025
Home in Tacoma Implementation Begins February 1
Following extensive community engagement, and the adoption of Ordinance 28793 last November, the City of Tacoma’s implementation of the Home in Tacoma zoning and standards package is set to…