Planning Commission

Planning Commission Vacancy

The Planning Commission has a vacancy in Seat 3, District 1. Interested parties are encouraged to send a letter of interest to Dena Martin at dena_martin@co.columbia.wa.us. The District map is linked below.

Planning commission members shall be residents of Columbia County and eligible to vote in the county. The selection of planning commission members shall be made from individuals who have an interest in environmental affairs, planning, land use, and residential and commercial development as evidenced by training, work experience, education or general actions.

Meetings

Meetings are held on the second Monday of every month at 5:30 p.m. with a work session on the fourth Monday, as needed. Meetings are typically held in the Columbia County Planning and Building Department, located at 114 South 2nd Street, Dayton, Washington 99328. In compliance with COVID-19 restrictions, meetings will be held via Zoom when required. Meeting location and login information can be found at the top of the monthly agenda linked below.

Public Hearings

The following public hearings are scheduled during the May 9, 2022 5:30 p.m. regular planning commission meeting, with hearings beginning at 5:35 p.m. The SEPA Checklist and Draft Ordinance can be found HERE

New Chapter 18.86 Wireless Communication Facilities
Amended Section CCC 18.10.010 Definitions
Amended Section CCC 18.15.045 Zoning Use Matrix
Amended Section CCC 18.135.030 Animal Units

NOTICE: Zoom and phone login information is available on the current Agendas & Meeting Materials link or via the link or phone number below:

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82900579353?pwd=WUQ2b0c2Yy9CUFNUL3hqeGVNM2lXQT09

Phone: 1-253-215-8782; ID 829 0057 9353; Passcode 203786

If you have any questions about the Planning Commission or meeting times, agendas, or more, please email Dena Martin or contact her by phone at (509)382-4676.

District Map (PDF)

Rules and Procedures (PDF)