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** North Bend City Council Approves Comprehensive Plan Update for 2024

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On December 3, 2024, the North Bend City Council approved a comprehensive update to its planning documents, culminating a two-year process aimed at modernizing city strategies. This Comprehensive Plan Update and Zoning Map are designed to align with state growth mandates and reflect the community's aspirations for the next twenty years. Mayor Miller highlighted that the updated plan will serve as a roadmap for important investments in the community. Key focus areas include housing, transportation, parks, and economic development, all vital for sustainable urban growth. Importantly, the plan ensures North Bend's continued eligibility for crucial funding from state and federal sources for infrastructure projects.

Throughout the process, extensive community feedback influenced changes in zoning and housing policies, addressing concerns about multifamily housing impacts. A Land Capacity Analysis revealed a surplus of land for single-family homes and a critical shortage of land for affordable multifamily housing, prompting zoning revisions to allow such developments above commercial spaces. The plan sets the stage for future growth while emphasizing environmental protection, community input, and long-term sustainability.

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