CITY OF MONROE MONROE, WASHINGTON DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) File Number: CA2024-04, SEPA2026-08   Name of Proposal: Middle Housing Code Amendments  Description of Proposal: The City of Monroe is proposing code amendments to allow more housing options in residential zones in the hopes that a variety of housing developments will create attainable housing for all current and future residents of Monroe. The goal for the middle housing code amendments is to provide opportunities for higher-density infill development designed to be visually compatible with the existing scale, massing, and architectural character of surrounding neighborhoods. Proponent: City of Monroe   Location of Proposal: The proposed amendments affect R7 and R15 zoning areas throughout the city. The City of Monroe is located in east Snohomish County at the interchange of US-2, SR-522, and SR-203. The city is approximately 16 miles east of the City of Everett and 33 miles northeast of the City of Seattle. Lead Agency: City of Monroe   Threshold Determination: The lead agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) IS NOT required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public for review upon request at Monroe City Hall, 806 West Main Street, Monroe, WA 98272 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. The information is also available for view online at http://www.monroewa.gov/486/Code-Amendments.    __ There is no comment period for this DNS. __ This DNS is issued after using the optional DNS process in WAC 197-11-355. There is no further comment period on the DNS.  _x_ This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2); the lead agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date below.   Responsible Official: Lance Bailey, Community Development Director SEPA Responsible Official  (360) 863-4544 Monroe City Hall 806 West Main Street Monroe, WA 98272 lbailey@monroewa.gov    Date of Issuance: August 11, 2026   Deadline for Comments/Appeals: No later than 5:00 p.m. on August 25, 2026   Appeals: You may appeal this determination to the City of Monroe Hearing Examiner at Monroe City Hall, which is located at 806 West Main Street, Monroe, WA 98272, no later than 5:00 p.m. on August 25, 2026. You should be prepared to make specific factual objections; and you shall set forth the specific reason, rationale, and/or basis for the appeal. Appeals must be made in person on City appeal forms, which are available through the Community Development Department at Monroe City Hall. Appeals must be filed in original form in accordance with MMC Chapter 22.78.180. Payment of the appeal fee, as specified in the city’s fee resolution, shall occur at the time the appeal is filed. Hannah Maynard, Planning Permit Technician, by email at hmaynard@monroewa.gov or by phone at (360) 863-4533 to read or ask about the procedures for SEPA appeals.   Staff Contact: Questions about the proposal may be directed to Anita Marrero, Senior Planner, at amarrero@monroewa.gov or (360) 863-4513.   Published: August 11, 2026. EDH1034883

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