# Kirkland Planning Commission Meeting November 12, 2026

The Kirkland Planning Commission’s November 12, 2026 meeting included a study session on middle-housing code optimization and a public hearing on the 2026 annual comprehensive plan amendments. The commission discussed possible changes to floor-area-ratio and lot-coverage limits, unit-size rules, incentives for retaining existing homes, and ways to encourage off-street parking. No final code changes were adopted during the study session; staff was asked to analyze the options further and return with examples and additional detail at the December 10 meeting. Public commenters raised concerns about neighborhood impacts and affordability, and also supported more parks and garage allowances.

For the annual amendments, the commission unanimously recommended approval of text changes, including updating references to the Forge District and clarifying the stormwater manual reference. It also considered recommending three map amendments changing city-acquired residential properties to park designations, including sites near Juanita Bay Park, Mark Twain Park, and 132nd Square Park; a motion to recommend approval was made and seconded, but the transcript does not clearly capture the vote. No procurement, contract awards, vendor selections, or spending decisions were identified.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Published:** November 12, 2026

### Sources
- [Kirkland Planning Commission Meeting November 12, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsL7UHbe5_o) - Kirkland Television