Community Planning

Comprehensive Plan

20-Year Vision and Roadmap for Bellingham’s Future.

Regulations that guide how and where development may occur

Downtown Plan, development regulations and incentives, and projects that are underway

Photos, maps and resources for Bellingham’s historic districts and landmarks

Why is housing so expensive, and what can the City do about it? Learn why here.

Strategic planning for housing, human services and community development

New interactive story map detailing the housing statistics of Bellingham.

Identify necessary changes to facilitate intended development patterns in RM zones.

Neighborhood plans, zoning tables, current amendment, rezone requests…

Read about the possibilities in the Downtown and Waterfront Districts, as well as the Samish Way Urban Village.

Learn more about this popular lodging choice and the rules related to them in Bellingham.

Methodology, Annual Reports and Action Plans

Bicycle Master Planning, safety programs, and six-year strategic planning

Sub-area plans and development regulations for Bellingham

Long-range plans for Bellingham’s water, sewer and stormwater utilities

Joint partnership with the Port of Bellingham for redevelopment of Bellingham’s waterfront

A guide to local resources for new Bellingham residents