Skagit County Planning Commission seeks public input on proposed agritourism policies

Skagit County residents can voice their opinions on agritourism regulations at a public hearing on Tuesday. The Skagit County Planning Commission seeks feedback on proposed changes to policies governing activities like farm tours and weddings on agricultural land. After receiving input from local businesses and the community, the commission revised its original 2023 proposal. The newly released code amendments include zoning limitations on the timing and location of agritourism events. The public hearing will occur at 6:00 p.

m. in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, providing an opportunity for residents to influence local agricultural policies. The commission plans to make a decision on these changes on November 18. Agritourism is vital for many local farms, contributing to economic sustainability in the region. The outcome of this meeting could have lasting implications for Skagit County’s agricultural landscape.