Planning Commission June 23, 2026

The Tumwater, WA City Planning Commission met on June 23, 2026, to discuss amendments to municipal codes related to building demolition and parking lot lighting. The commission held a public hearing on ordinance 02026-00008, which clarifies requirements for building demolition permits, specifically addressing foundation removal and site restoration to prevent enforcement issues. The commission unanimously voted to recommend approval of these amendments to the city council. Additionally, the commission reviewed proposed ordinance 02026-00016 concerning parking lot lighting height for large multi-building complexes adjacent to Interstate 5. The ordinance would raise the allowable height from 24 to 37 feet to reduce costs and pole quantity while maintaining lighting standards. The commission voted to schedule a public hearing on this lighting ordinance for July 14, 2026. No specific procurement contracts or vendor selections were discussed, but these ordinances could impact future development and construction projects in the city.