News from Planning and Development Services

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…

Jan 15, 2025
Public Hearing on February 4 Regarding Potential Moratorium Extension for Certain High-Impact Uses Within South Tacoma Groundwater Protection District
On February 4, 2025, the Tacoma City Council will conduct a public hearing on the potential extension of a moratorium concerning certain high-impact uses within the South Tacoma…