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Subarea Planning
Our community enjoys a rich and unique history that continues to define who we are today. To preserve that quality of life and enhance Lake Stevens as a place to shop, play and stay, the city adopted subarea plans for the Lake Stevens Center, 20th Street SE Corridor, and Lake Stevens Downtown. The last and fourth growth area as identified in the City’s comprehensive plan, the Lake Stevens Industrial Center will be analyzed in fall 2022 and early 2023. These plans will shape the long-term economic growth and residential development in these areas and are available for you to review, right here.
As part of this process, the City designated the subareas as planned action areas, which is an important tool to promote economic development. Planned action areas have received upfront environmental review allowing for an expedited permit review process.
In August 2022, the City began developing infrastructure and market analysis for the Lake Stevens Industrial Center. For more information click on the project link below.
Below are the common documents in the subarea planning as well as zoning and land use maps for the subareas.
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Common Documents
Subarea Land Use Regulations
Planned Action Process
Application Materials
Subarea Capital Facilities Plan
SEPA Addendum No. 1
SEPA Addendum No. 2
The Lake Stevens Industrial Center (LSIC) is a recently formed and named approximately 280-acre area located in the northeast corner of the city. The formation of the LSIC started with the planning of the Hartford Industrial area which was approximately 267 acres and zoned for General Industrial (GI) and Light Industrial (LI), which allow a wide range of industrial uses.
Then in early 2021, the City annexed 66 acres commonly known as the Machias Industrial Area. These two areas combined are now referred to as the Lake Stevens Industrial Center (LSIC) and covers approximately 280 acres.
As shown below is the original Hartford Industrial area (Figure 1) and then the LSIC (Figure 2) after the annexation of the Machias Industrial Area.
Figure 1 - Hartford Industrial Area
Figure 2 - Lake Stevens Industrial Center
Infrastructure and Environmental
- LSIC Stormwater Service & Basin Map
- LSIC Stormwater Service
- LSIC Study Area (Lots)
- LSIC Transportation System Plan Classification
- LSIC Water Service
- LSIC Combined Utilities
- LSIC Drainage Basin
- LSIC Sanitary Sewer Service
- LSIC Environmental Constraints
- LSIC Environmental Constraints (Drainage Basin Map)
- LSIC Environmental Constraints (Stormwater Service Map)
- LSIC Flood Hazard Area
To move forward with the planning and development of this area, the City Council authorized staff to hire MACKENZIE and design partners, ECONorthwest, and the Riley Group to conduct an infrastructure and market analysis of the LSIC.
The purpose of the infrastructure analysis is to assess existing conditions of the area such as critical areas along with sewer, stormwater, roads, and availability of high-speed internet capability to support industrial and commercial uses. Specifically, the road network to and from the industrial area will be analyzed to understand existing conditions, structural deficiencies, and required upgrades to support the future growth and employment of the area at build-out. An outcome of the LSIC infrastructure analysis will be a recommended phased infrastructure improvement plan/schedule with options for funding sources to assist and determine any need for expansion and infrastructure improvements.
The purpose of the market analysis is to assess the regional and local economies to determine where the LSIC can complement the regional market. As part of the market analysis, the City will meet with the property owners and community stakeholders to identify the highest and best uses for the LSIC and determine what the targeted market/uses for the area will be.
The City will use both the infrastructure and market analysis results and recommendations as a platform to use in diversifying this area as a local employment center and to assist owners with their goals in developing their properties and attracting appropriate industries. Development of LSIC will be integral in helping the City meet its employment growth targets.
A draft of the Executive Summary was published in the beginning of February for a brief overview and preview of the Lake Stevens Industrial Center analysis.
Draft Plan Development Scenario Options
LSIC- Strategic Concept- Option 1
LSIC- Strategic Concept- Option 2
LSIC- Strategic Concept- Option 3
LSIC- Site Development Scenarios
Schedule
Completion of the LSIC Infrastructure and Marketing Analysis is targeted for Spring 2023. A tentative schedule is provided below for community awareness and will be updated as the schedule changes.
Event | Dates (Tentative) |
Technical Background Data Gathering and Site Visits | August - October 2022 |
Meeting with Utility Districts | August 2022 |
Planning Commission Update | August 17, 2022 |
Outreach Letter Sent to Property Owners with Survey | September 12, 2022 |
Meeting with property owners | September 27, 2022 |
Meeting with stakeholders | September/October 2022 |
Planning Commission Input | October 19, 2022 |
City Council Input | November 15. 2022 |
Mackenzie/ECONW/Riley Group to present draft findings and review with City Staff | February 2023 |
Present Executive Summary to City Council at City Council Retreat | February 9-10, 2023 |
Work Session with City Council and Planning Commission | March 2023 |
Review and Discuss Draft findings with Property Owners | March 2023 |
Finalize Study | April 2023 |
Present final study to City Council | April 2023 |
Lake Stevens Center is our oldest commercial district. This subarea is located at the intersection of two regional highways - SR 9 and SR 204 - and enjoys excellent transportation access. The age of the subarea makes it a perfect opportunity for infill and redevelopment, and creating a traditional main street while utilizing the existing infrastructure and capitalizing on the subarea’s views of the lake and mountains.
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The 20th Street SE corridor is one of Washington’s largest retail land development opportunities. More than 30 acres of land were studied on this corridor and have been identified as ideal for retail. Lake Stevens has invested $4 million in road improvement projects to ensure sufficient access to retail development, and a new multi-recreational center at Cavelero Park will be new amenity for residents as well as a destination for extreme sports events.
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The Downtown Lake Stevens Subarea Plan focuses on revitalizing and expanding the core downtown area. The Plan is the result of a comprehensive two-year public process representing the vision set by the community to create a dynamic downtown that honors the past and looks to the future.
Maps Coming Soon Documents Downtown Subarea Plan Final Environmental Impact Statement Downtown Capital Facilities Plan |