Notice of Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS)
Date of Issuance:
September 5, 2025
Project Name:
Ordinance No. 2025-26
Applicant:
City of Bainbridge Island
Project Site:
Non-project Action, applies citywide
Project Description:
Ordinance No. 2025-26 amends Bainbridge Island Municipal Code Section 18.09.030.I relating to Accessory Dwelling Units
SEPA Determination:
The City of Bainbridge Island (lead agency) has determined that the proposal does not have a probable significant impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This determination was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency.
Responsible Official:
Patricia Charnas, Planning Director
Address:
City of Bainbridge Island
Department of Planning and Community Development
280 Madison Avenue North
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Comment Period:
September 5, 2025 – September 19, 2025
Public comments may be mailed, emailed or personally delivered to the City using the staff name and contact information provided on this notice. The public comment period for this application is 14 days and the City will not act on the application until the comment period has ended. Comments may be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m., September 19, 2025.
Appeal:
You may appeal this determination by filing a written appeal and paying the $530.00 appeal fee to the City Clerk, at 280 Madison Avenue North, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110, in accordance with the procedures set forth in BIMC 16.04.170 no later than 4:00 p.m., September 26, 2025. You should be prepared to make specific factual objections.
Staff Contact:
Jennifer Sutton, AICP
Senior Planner, 206-780-3765 or pcd@bainbridgewa.gov
Publication Dates
LBKS0364646