News from Planning and Development Services
Sep 29, 2026
City of Tacoma Awarded Competitive State Grant to Evaluate Residential Development Regulations and Permit Processing Times
The City of Tacoma has received a $70,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce. This grant funding allows for an independent audit of the City’s existing residential…
Sep 29, 2026
City of Tacoma to Host ‘Picture Pac Ave’ Code Update Open House on October 20
Community members are invited to explore the future of Pacific Avenue at a Code Update Open House on October 20, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Moore…
Sep 08, 2026
Applicants Sought for the Landmarks Preservation Commission
The Tacoma City Council is looking for qualified applicants, who are Tacoma residents, to fill the following positions on the Landmarks Preservation Commission: Architect (Two Positions): Open to…
Aug 14, 2026
VISION 2050 Award for Historic Tideflats Subarea Plan Presented by Puget Sound Regional Council at Tacoma City Council Meeting
At a recent Tacoma City Council meeting, the Puget Sound Regional Council recognized the historic Tideflats Subarea Plan with a VISION 2050 award. The Tideflats Subarea Plan…
Aug 04, 2026
Applications Now Being Accepted for three Positions on the Urban Design Board
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill three positions on the Urban Design Board: One Development and Design Professional – individuals with professional experience related…
Jul 08, 2026
Statement from At-Large Council Member Latasha Palmer and At-Large Council Member Olgy Diaz Regarding Stand-Alone Data Centers
“Many communities nationwide are expressing alarm over—and some are outright rejecting—the development of new stand-alone data centers due to real and potential impacts on utilities, local infrastructure, neighborhood…
Jul 02, 2026
Planning Commission Seeks Community Feedback on Draft Changes to Off-Street Parking Code
The Planning Commission, at its July 1 meeting, released proposed changes to the City’s off-street parking regulations for public review and comment. Community members are invited to share…
Jun 24, 2026
City of Tacoma Launching New Voluntary Demolition Salvage Program to Promote Resource Reuse and Streamline Permitting
Beginning July 1, 2026, the City of Tacoma will launch its new Voluntary Demolition Salvage Program to encourage the recovery and reuse of building materials prior to demolition…