Our Vancouver, Our Future - Community Presentation 3/4/2026

This was a community presentation held by the City of Vancouver, Washington on March 4, 2026, focused on updating the city's 20-year comprehensive plan and development code to guide growth through 2045. The meeting covered state-mandated changes under the Washington Growth Management Act, including new housing requirements such as eliminating exclusive single-family zoning, allowing middle housing types, and adjusting impact fees proportionally to unit size. The city aims to accommodate 38,000 new housing units and 43,200 jobs, addressing housing deficits and economic growth. The presentation detailed zoning code updates, including new mixed-use districts, minimum density requirements, and revised parking standards to support affordable housing development. Infrastructure and capital improvement projects were discussed, emphasizing that most public infrastructure expansion will be funded incrementally through development impact fees and system development charges. The city is also focusing on climate adaptation, equity, and community safety in the plan. Public engagement and notification processes for development projects were explained, with commitments to improve transparency and outreach. The plan and code are scheduled for adoption by June 2026 following further review and public input. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were mentioned, but the plan will guide future capital investments and development approvals.