Shoreline Master Program Update - Timeline

Shoreline uses in South Lake Union, including recreation and water-dependent uses.

Timeline

Project Management - 06/2023 –10/2024
- Develop scope of work and timeline for SMP amendments
- Public participation plan
- Draft regulations
- SEPA analysis and decision
- MO and City Council approval
- Department of Ecology approval
Public Outreach - 07/2023 – 10/2023
- Website
- E-mail to Shoreline Listserv, including outreach to:
  - Tribes
  - LULA
  - Floating Home Association
  - Marinas with floating residences
  - Washington Department of Ecology and Department of Natural Resources
Draft Amendments and Director’s Report - 07/2023 – 10/2023
- Draft legislation
- Draft Director’s Report
Update Comp Plan Policies if needed - 10/2023
SDCI Director Review - 10/2/2023 – 10/16/2023
Law Department Review - 10/20/2023 – 11/17/2023
Mayor’s Review - 11/1/2023 – 12/1/2023
SEPA
- SEPA Decision -12/7/2023
- SEPA Appeal period ends - 12/21/2023
Ecology and SDCI Joint Comment Period and Public Hearing - 12/7/2023 – 02/07/2024
- 30-day comment period
- 30-day period to respond to comments
Ecology Initial Submittal and Review - 02/12/2024 – 03/13/2024
- 30-day review
City Council Review and Action - 04/2024 – 7/2024
- Land Use Committee Briefing
- Public Hearing – Joint hearing with Department of Ecology
- Land Use Committee Vote
- Full Council Vote
Department of Ecology Final Review and Approval - 08/2024 – 10/2024
City Council Action on Ecology’s Approval - 10/2024 – 11/2024
- Final Approved Regulations