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Title 18 Tree Code Update AB 8989

4 stops across 3 bodies · Apr 9, 2025 → Oct 6, 2025

Summary

Complete rewrite of Issaquah's Tree Preservation code (Title 18), reflecting the city's commitment to tree canopy protection and sustainable development. After multiple board and commission discussions, City Council adopted the ordinance on October 6, 2025.

Timeline

Each card is one meeting where this item was discussed, oldest first.

Apr 9, 2025 Environmental Board
Action: Discussion
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Apr 24, 2025 Planning Policy Commission
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Jul 10, 2025 Planning Policy Commission
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Oct 6, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting
Action: Adopt Ordinance
In May 2023, the City Council adopted a major update to the Land Use Code. This update included a complete rewrite of the Tree Preservation code, following extensive public input, as well as feedback from Boards, Commissions, and the City Council. The initiative was the result of a multi-year, cross-departmental effort aimed at preserving and enhancing the City’s tree canopy, while also promoting
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