News from Planning and Development Services
May 07, 2026
2026 Historic Preservation Awards on May 21
The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission will present the 2026 Historic Preservation Awards on May 21 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum (5519 Five…
May 05, 2026
Public Hearing Regarding 2026 Amendment to One Tacoma Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Regulatory Code on May 19; Information Session on May 9
The Tacoma City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at approximately 5:15 p.m., to gather oral comments regarding the 2026 Amendment to the…
Apr 28, 2026
Statement from District 4 Council Member Sandesh Sadalge on Home in Tacoma Year One
Tacoma’s lack of housing is pervasive. Many challenges facing our community are harder to solve because there just aren’t enough homes for those who live here. As we…
Apr 28, 2026
‘Home in Tacoma’ Sparks 62% Increase in Number of Proposed Housing Units in First Year
The City of Tacoma today released its Year One review of the Home in Tacoma initiative, revealing significant growth in housing development applications and a broader diversity of…
Apr 09, 2026
City of Tacoma Invites Community to Shape the Future of Their Neighborhoods at Upcoming Code Update Event
TACOMA, Wash. — The City of Tacoma’s Planning & Development Services Department is inviting community members to learn about and weigh in on the codes that shape how Tacoma…
Mar 18, 2026
Nomination Deadline Extended to March 31 for 2026 Historic Preservation Awards
The Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission is seeking nominations for the 2026 Historic Preservation Awards. The awards celebrate the best in preservation projects and programming. The Outstanding Achievement award…
Mar 17, 2026
Applications Now Being Accepted for Four Positions on the Planning Commission
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill four positions on the Planning Commission: Architecture, Historic Preservation, and/or Urban Design; Development Community; District No. 1; and…
Feb 05, 2026
City of Tacoma Invites Community Input on Proposals to Modernize Housing, Zoning, and Land Use Codes for 2026
The City of Tacoma is inviting community members to help shape the future of local land use by participating in the review process for the 2026 amendments to…