The Commission conducts hearings on the City Comprehensive Plan and its implementation. It reviews and makes recommendations to the City Council on the adoption and enforcement of plans and regulations for the physical development of the City. The Commission also advises the Council through the Planning Director. They also approved a request for Planned Development approval for use of an existing medical office building located on Squalicum Parkway.
Meetings last approximately three to four and one-half hours.
Time spent outside of meetings requires a minimum of one and one-half hours to prepare for each meeting. The Commission consists of seven members appointed by the Mayor. Terms of office are four years with a two term limit, and no compensation is paid to members of this Commission.