Planning Commission Schedules BIMC Update Hearing

The Planning Commission on Thursday, October 8, 2026, discussed Ordinance No. 2026-15, updating the Bainbridge Island Municipal Code (BIMC) for consistency with state land use law. They recommended a public hearing on the ordinance for October 22, 2026. The ordinance proposes changes to land use review procedures, expands dwelling unit allowances in existing buildings, and updates definitions for "Wetland" and "Family" in housing regulations. The Design Review Board met Monday, October 5, 2026, recommending its 2025-2026 Annual Report & Work Plan to the City Council for approval. (via bainbridgeislandwa.portal.civicclerk.com (https://bainbridgeislandwa.portal.civicclerk.com/event/1168/files), (https://bainbridgeislandwa.portal.civicclerk.com/event/1144/files))