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 Study Area (Map)
• LSIC Study Area (Lots)
• LSIC Stormwater Service & Basin Map
• LSIC Stormwater Service
• 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.  City staff and consultants met with the property owners during the month of March 2023 to solicit input on the draft plan, and held a work session with both City Council and Planning Commission.  In April and early May, the report was finalized.  

Final Report

Lake Stevens Industrial Lands Analysis

The city will be addressing the implementation of the LSIC in the 2024 Periodic Comprehensive Plan Update.