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Comprehensive Plan

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Amendments Overview

Procedures to Amend

Rezones

 
Rezones

Procedures to amend the Whatcom County Zoning Text and Official Map:

The person who wants the amendment  completes an application form and environmental checklist.  An outline of the procedures and application forms can be obtained from:

Whatcom County Planning & Development Services

5280 Northwest Drive

Bellingham, WA 98226 

They can also be viewed and downloaded as .pdf files (below).  You must have Adobe Acrobat R Reader to view the files.  Click on the icon below for a free download of the program.


The County´s Zoning Ordinance requires that all proposed changes must be in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies.

Please note that applications for zoning amendments must be received in the Planning Division by the close of business on June 30th.  You may call the Planning Division if you have questions about zoning amendments.  We can be reached at (360)676-6907.

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PDF document

Procedures for Amending Zoning Text and Official Map

PDF documentZoning Amendment Application

PDF documentSuggested Zoning Amendment Application

PDF document SEPA Environmental Checklist