Ordinance relating administration of the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA); amending the Environmental Procedures Code, Chapter 22.02 of the Bellevue City Code (BCC), to maximize SEPA categorical exemption flexible thresholds for mixed-use projects up to the state allowances and conform the Environmental Procedures Code to state SEPA rules adopted by the City; amending BCC 22.02.032 to categorically exempt interior redevelopment of existing commercial or mixed-use buildings into residential development from review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), in accordance with RCW 35A.21.440; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date.

Committee

City Council Regular Meeting

Requested by

Development Services Department

Introduced

February 12, 2025

On agenda

February 25, 2025

Where it was heard

City Council Regular Meeting Feb 25, 2025