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The Planning Commission of Leavenworth oversees long-range planning and policy recommendations to the City Council. Composed of volunteer members appointed by the Mayor, the commission develops goals for the city's Comprehensive Plan and updates local codes. Meetings occur monthly, with the next scheduled for the first Wednesday at 7 PM.
The City of Leavenworth has announced a public hearing regarding the application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP2023-024) for the Pine Sisk Inn Bed & Breakfast. The hearing is set to take place on September 11, 2023, and aims to gather community input on the proposed B&B. This event holds significance for local residents and stakeholders concerned with business development in the area.
The Mayor of Leavenworth addresses the ongoing housing crisis in the city, highlighting recent code amendments that allow for accessory dwelling units and duplexes to increase housing density. While these changes aim to tackle the housing shortage, concerns remain regarding the affordability and integration of new units into existing neighborhoods.
The City of Leavenworth has announced a public hearing for the Notice of Application regarding CUP2023-028 for the Quail Run Bed & Breakfast. Scheduled for September 11, 2023, at 10:00 am via Zoom, the hearing invites community members to participate and provide comments before the July 26 deadline. This initiative reflects the city's commitment to engaging residents in local development matters.
The City of Leavenworth has announced a free river recreation shuttle service running from June 29 to September 2, 2024, in partnership with Leavenworth Taxi & Shuttle. This initiative aims to enhance access for river users traveling between the Leavenworth Public Boat Ramp and various river access points, operating on weekends and holidays. The service will accommodate personal floating devices at the driver's discretion, promoting outdoor recreational activities in the area.
A traffic advisory has been issued for travelers on US 2 between Leavenworth and Peshastin, as rock slope scaling is set to commence on June 14. The project aims to stabilize a slope with a history of rockfall, necessitating full stop closures and flagger-controlled traffic delays. Travelers are advised to plan for extended travel times due to construction activities.
A public hearing for the Major Cluster Subdivision Application, Alpenglow Village 3, will occur on June 9, 2023, at 10:00 am in the City Hall Council Chambers of Leavenworth. The hearing, led by the Hearing Examiner, will also offer a Zoom option for remote participants. Interested parties can view or download the official notice for further details.
The State Building Code Council has postponed the effective date of the 2021 building codes to October 29, 2023, a delay of 120 days from the original date of July 1, 2023. This decision impacts the City of Leavenworth, which adopts these codes as amended by the Council. For more information on building regulations in the city, residents can refer to the Community Development Department's webpage.
The City of Leavenworth has announced a public hearing regarding the application for CUP2023-018 for the Hilltop Retreat Bed & Breakfast, set for July 6, 2023, via Zoom. The deadline for public comments is June 14, 2023, allowing community members to engage in the decision-making process for this local development.
A special meeting of the Leavenworth City Council is scheduled for May 8, 2023, at the Chelan County Fire District 3 Fire Hall, where a quorum of council members will be present to engage with the community. This notice emphasizes the city's commitment to transparency and public involvement in local governance, providing residents with an opportunity to participate in municipal discussions.