Burien Council Passes Surprise Comp Plan Amendment as Port Pushes Tree Removal
Council hears Port tree removal proposal and passes Councilmember Mora’s surprise amendment to correct errors in Burien’s Comprehensive Plan and zoning.
Happening Today: Burien Hosts Critical Area Ordinance Open House and Public Hearing
TODAY, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. the community is invited to learn about Burien’s Critical Area Ordinance update,
Burien Council Votes 5–2 to Fix Zoning Errors After Resident Advocacy
Burien shoreline residents’ persistence led to a 5–2 Burien Council vote to fix zoning errors tied to the Shoreline Master Plan.
Burien City Council Meeting – Monday, September 22
Burien Council meets Sept. 22 at 5:30 p.m. Flight Path Safety, public hearing on CDBG funds, and Comp Plan updates.
Ask City Staff About NERA Zoning Project at Burien Farmers Market, Sept. 18
Early input on NERA zoning is vital. City’s vague rationale raises concerns after recent plan and shoreline conflicts.
Burien Council Addresses DESC Failure, Tree Removal; Faces Comp Plan Backlash
At a tense September 8 meeting, councilmembers debated accountability at DESC Bloomside, clarified FAA-led tree removals, and faced sharp public backlash over Comp Plan amendment fees.
Akey Blasts DESC Bloomside: Overdoses, Crime, Broken Promises
“Until or unless DESC Bloomside begins providing treatment services and ends drug use in the building, this housing facility is a federally funded crack house.”
Burien Council to Discuss Redevelopment Plans, Hear Comp Plan Updates – Sept. 8
After eight weeks, Burien Council meets as residents prepare to challenge unresolved Comprehensive Plan zoning issues.
Sen. Orwall Clarifies HB 1110 and Burien’s Rezoning Plan
Sen. Tina Orwall explains HB 1110 housing requirements, Burien’s rezoning choices, and clarifies that HB 1110 excludes businesses.
In Burien, Tempers Flare Over DESC’s ‘Bloomside’ — and Over Who Backed It
Community outrage over Burien’s DESC housing sparks fierce debate, with critics citing drugs and disorder, while DESC responds defending Bloomside.
