It is important to us to provide current information regarding projects that have a connection with or an impact on City of Wenatchee residents and visitors. 

These projects are for the community as a whole and if you would like additional information, want to provide feedback or are interested in getting involved, please contact Glen DeVries, Director of Community Development, at (509) 888-3252.

Critical Areas Ordinance Update

The City of Wenatchee intends to adopt revisions to its Critical Areas regulations found in WCC12.08, including both mapping and text amendments to Wetlands, Fish and Wildlife Habitat Areas, and Geologically Hazardous Areas.

The amendments were sent to the Washington State Department of Commerce as required by RCW 36.70A.106 for a 60-day comment period on April 13, 2018.  The comment period concludes on June 12, 2018.  The City of Wenatchee has issued a determination of non-significance (DNS) and adoption of existing documents in compliance with RCW 43.21C.

How Can I Participate?

The City of Wenatchee Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 16, 2018 at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers of Wenatchee City Hall, 129 South Chelan Avenue, Wenatchee to consider the proposed amendments. 

The Wenatchee City Council will hold a public hearing on June 14, 2018 at 5:15 PM in the Council Chambers of Wenatchee City Hall, 129 South Chelan Avenue, Wenatchee to consider the proposed amendments. 

Comments on the proposed revisions should be addressed to the Planning Division, City of Wenatchee, 1350 McKittrick Street, Suite A, Wenatchee, WA  98801.  Complete information and copies of the proposed revisions will be available at the above listed address during normal business hours or by calling 509-888-3256.

Available Documents:

The proposed text, maps,  and environmental documents are available here.

Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the Wenatchee Urban Area Comprehensive Plan Update 2006 adopted April 4, 2007 (Existing Environmental document listed in the document above).

Questions?

Please contact Matt Parsons at: 509-888-3253 or by E-Mail at mparsons@wenatcheewa.gov

or Stephen Neuenschwander at 509-888-3285 or by Email at sneuenschwander@wenatcheewa.gov

2018-2023 Capital Facilities Plan Update

The City of Wenatchee intends to adopt revisions to the Capital Facilities Plan in response to the adoption of an updated Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) by Ordinance 2018-06. 

The amendments were sent to the Washington State Department of Commerce as required by RCW 36.70A.106 for a 60-day comment period on March 12, 2018.  The comment period concludes on May 11, 2018.  The City of Wenatchee has issued a determination of non-significance (DNS) and adoption of existing documents in compliance with RCW 43.21C.

How Can I Participate?

It is anticipated that the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the draft amendments on March 21, 2018 and the City Council will take final action on March 22, 2018. 

Comments on the proposed revisions should be addressed to the Planning Division, City of Wenatchee, 1350 McKittrick Street, Suite A, Wenatchee, WA  98801.  Complete information and copies of the proposed revisions will be available at the above listed address during normal business hours or by calling 509-888-3256.

Available Documents:

The minor revision and environmental documents are available by selecting the link.

Questions?

Please contact Stephen Neuenschwander at: 509-888-3256 or by E-Mail at sneuenschwander@wenatcheewa.gov  

 I imagine - South Wenatchee Sub Area Plan: 

In 2015, the City of Wenatchee is working with the community and community stakeholders to develop a plan that will tie neighbors together, establish resources to revitalize the neighborhoods, reinvigorate the commercial area and address the needs of low-income or at risk individuals.

Chelan Avenue Sidewalks:

Funding from the past 3 CDBG program years is being combined and allocated towards providing sidewalks, lighting and public art in South Wenatchee. 

Development Areas, Incentives

- Waterfront

- Downtown

- South Wenatchee

Current Development Projects and Recently Completed Projects

- Town Toyota Center

- Riverwalk Condominiums

- Riverside Drive Project

- George Seller (south-end) Bridge Improvement