This page provides information about proposed and adopted code amendments related to Development Services. Visit our Codes and Guidelines page for complete information on our city code, ordinances and resolutions.
Proposed Code Amendments
Next Right Work
The Bellevue City Council launched the Next Right Work actions in 2022, following the adoption of the Affordable Housing Strategy in 2017. These specific initiatives are aimed at encouraging additional housing and affordable housing within the city. Learn more on the Next Right Work page.
Housing Opportunities in Mixed-Use Areas
The Housing Opportunities in Mixed-Use Areas (HOMA) land use code amendment is designed to encourage housing development. It proposes higher density, taller buildings and removing obstacles to building more homes. The proposal will create an affordable housing program—either mandatory or voluntary—in various mixed-use areas of the city. The proposal also updates land use districts and the city’s land use map. Learn more on the HOMA project webpage.
Wilburton Vision Implementation
The City Council has launched the Wilburton Vision Implementation to create a vibrant, walkable and sustainable mixed-use community. Following the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment on July 23, 2024, the project is now focused on Land Use Code Amendments that will shape the future of approximately 300-acre Wilburton Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) area. For detailed information on the project, including the latest updates and drafts of the proposed Land Use Code Amendments, visit our project webpage.
Middle Housing Code Amendments
These amendments will update Bellevue’s Land Use Code and City Code for compliance with House Bills (HB) 1110 and 1337 to expand the number and type of housing units permitted in residential areas of the city. Learn more about the Middle Housing Code Amendments.
Existing Building Redevelopment Land Use and Bellevue City Code Amendment
This Land Use Code Amendment (LUCA) and Bellevue City Code Amendment (BCCA) will update the City's code to comply with provisions of House Bill (HB) 1042. The bill requires cities to amend their codes to encourage the interior redevelopment of existing commercial or mixed-use buildings into residential development and encourage the interior redevelopment of existing residential buildings at a higher density. Learn more about the Existing Building Redevelopment Land Use and Bellevue City Code Amendment.
Objective Design Land Use Code Amendment
This amendment to Bellevue's land use code will revise design standards, guidelines and the review process to align with legislation signed into law in 2023 that requires local governments that review projects for compliance with design standards to streamline development regulations by providing clear and objective regulations. Learn more about the Objective Design Land Use Code Amendment.
For other development-related information, visit:
- Development Activity - for current development activity updates.
- Public Notices and Participation - to view our weekly permit bulletins and learn how to participate in a land use decision.