Community Planning & Development

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Olympia's Community Planning and Development department protects and enhances quality of life, sustainability, and safety through our plans, regulations, and programs. We are committed to our core values of community, customer service, communication and continuous improvement.

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  • Apply now to serve on a Citizen Advisory Committee

    The City is looking for citizens to fill vacancies on a variety of advisory boards, commissions and committees. Apply by 5 p.m. December 15, 2019. Apply now...

  • LBA WOODS TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS

    Do you enjoy exploring the trails in LBA Woods? Have you ever gotten lost or turned around? If so, this is your opportunity to help improve the trail network at Engage Olympia.

  • Yelm Highway Community Park Master Plan

    We are beginning to develop a master plan to guide future park development at 3327 Yelm Highway (Spooner Berry Farms site). Take a short online survey to share your ideas, wishes and concerns at Engage Olympia.

  • Short Term Rental Regulations

    We are beginning to develop regulations for short term rentals (AirBnb, VRBO, etc.) in Olympia and need your input. Tell us what you think about six identified goals and share your stories about short term rentals at Engage Olympia.

  • 2020-2025 Preliminary CFP

    The 2020-2025 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan is now available for review and public comment. More...

  • Meetings

    Agendas and Minutes for City Council and most advisory committees.