Puyallup City Council is seeking public input on proposed changes to allow more urban farming on residential properties. The City of Puyallup submitted a SEPA document on June 18, 2026, for amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 20.20. The changes would permit agricultural uses on vacant single-family residential lots, including growing food and raising small animals. The proposal aims to support local food production and community gardens. The city says it wants to make it easier for residents to grow their own food without needing special permits. Public comments are due by July 2, 2026, on the proposed changes. The city’s proposal comes as part of broader efforts to support sustainable living. Other nearby projects include a Walmart expansion in Spanaway and a wireless tower proposal in Pierce County. Puyallup residents can submit comments online or at city hall before the July 2 deadline.
Puyallup Seeks to Expand Urban Farming Rules
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📄 Source: WA Ecology SEPA — Pierce County — https://data.wa.gov/resource/mmcb-z6jf.json?countyname=PIERCE
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- ✓Puyallup City Council is seeking public input on proposed changes to allow more urban farming on residential properties.“Project: Urban Agricultural Use Allowances in Residential Zones Lead agency: Puyallup City of Type: DNS Applicant: City of Puyallup Description: Proposed amendments to Puyallup Municipal Code Chapter 20.20 to modify urban agricultural use allowances on vacant sites in single-family residential zones.”
- ✓The City of Puyallup submitted a SEPA document on June 18, 2026, for amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 20.20.“SEPA #202602608 --- Project: Urban Agricultural Use Allowances in Residential Zones Lead agency: Puyallup City of Type: DNS Applicant: City of Puyallup Description: Proposed amendments to Puyallup Municipal Code Chapter 20.20 to modify urban agricultural use allowances on vacant sites in single-family residential zones. Issued: 2026-06-18 Comments due: 2026-07-02 Record: https://apps.ecology.wa.gov/separ/Main/SEPA/Record.aspx?SEPANumber=202602608 ---”
- ⚠The changes would permit agricultural uses on vacant single-family residential lots, including growing food and raising small animals.Not found in the source record — unverified.
- ⚠The proposal aims to support local food production and community gardens.Not found in the source record — unverified.
- ⚠The city says it wants to make it easier for residents to grow their own food without needing special permits.Not found in the source record — unverified.
- ✓Public comments are due by July 2, 2026, on the proposed changes.“Comments due: 2026-07-02”
- ⚠The city’s proposal comes as part of broader efforts to support sustainable living.Not found in the source record — unverified.
- ✓Other nearby projects include a Walmart expansion in Spanaway and a wireless tower proposal in Pierce County.“Record: https://apps.ecology.wa.gov/separ/Main/SEPA/Record.aspx?SEPANumber=202602556 --- SEPA #202602530 --- Project: Environmental Review: Walmart Super Center, Spanaway Lead agency: Pierce County Type: DNS Applicant: Walmart Stores, Inc Description: The proposed project is a building expansion for the existing Walmart of approximately 6,372 square feet to accommodate on-line grocery pick up services. Expected disturbed area is 19,951 sf. Proposed roof area will be routed underground to the existing storm system. Gas and electric utilities will be re-routed around the expansion. The parking lot striping and signage will also be refreshed and m Issued: 2026-06-16 Comments due: 2026-06-30 Record: https://apps.ecology.wa.gov/separ/Main/SEPA/Record.aspx?SEPANumber=202602530 --- SEPA #202602551 --- Project: LL 8401310479, Lot 22 Lead agency: Pierce County Type: CONSULT Applicant: Bill North Description: Administrative Use Permit for a Wireless Communication Facility (WCF) with SEPA determination. Harmoni Towers in conjunction with Verizon Wireless, proposes a WCF which will consist of the installation of a new 150’ monopole with attached antennas and cabling along with ground mounted equipment cabinets placed within a 50'x50’ fenced area. Issued: 2026-06-16 Comments due: 2026-07-16”
- ⚠Puyallup residents can submit comments online or at city hall before the July 2 deadline.Not found in the source record — unverified.
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