Redmond Planning Commission | July 22, 2026

The City of Redmond Planning Commission held a meeting on July 22, 2026, focusing primarily on updates to the city's tree code and a market study for the Southeast Redmond Manufacturing and Industrial Center (SEMIC). The commission discussed the progress of the tree code update, which aims to modernize regulations last revised in 1998, align with regional standards, and support growth management goals. Key topics included community engagement efforts, changes to tree protection standards, and upcoming study sessions and public hearings scheduled through late 2026 and early 2027. Additionally, the commission reviewed findings from the SEMIC market study, highlighting industrial space supply and demand mismatches, infrastructure challenges, and strategic actions to support industrial growth. The meeting also covered updates to the Planning Commission's rules of procedure, emphasizing transparency, lobbying restrictions, and public participation guidelines. No contract awards or procurement decisions were made, but the discussions on zoning, land use, and infrastructure planning could influence future development and procurement activities in Redmond.