2025 Comprehensive Plan Update

The State of Washington requires cities, who plan under the Growth Management Act (GMA), to regularly update their comprehensive plans and development regulations. This process is called a “periodic update” process and each jurisdiction is required to complete these updates every ten (10) years. This process ensures that the City’s comprehensive plan is coordinated with state laws and that we are implementing the Growth Management Act consistent with other cities in the state. The City of Ferndale is currently within a periodic update process and is expected to adopt revisions to the comprehensive plan and development code by December of 2025.

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Public Engagement

Transportation Survey: To understand what challenges users of the transportation system face and identify potential ways to improve conditions, we invite you to participate in this 10-minute transportation focused survey.

Open House: November 21st from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Pioneer Pavilion (2007 Cherry Street). The City of Ferndale, with the support of Western Washington University’s Urban Planning Studio, invite the Ferndale community to come share your ideas and insights for Ferndale’s future. How should the City grow? We want to hear your thoughts! To learn about the project, enjoy free food, and stay for activities. All ages welcome and childcare is provided. For questions and disability accommodations, contact ferndalestu@gmail.com 

Grandview Economic Opportunity Study: The City of Ferndale, in partnership with the Port of Bellingham, is conducting a study to assess the economic benefits to utility ratepayers for funding utility improvements in the Grandview Area. The goal of the City of Ferndale and the Port of Bellingham is to encourage development that will bring the greatest economic benefits to Ferndale and Whatcom County.