TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Planning and Community Development |
Carol Helland |
425-556-2107 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Planning and Community Development |
Jason Lynch |
Deputy Director of Planning and Community Development |
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Planning and Community Development |
Travis Salley |
Interim Planning Manager |
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Planning and Community Development |
Alex Hunt |
Senior Planner |
TITLE:
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Approval of the R22 Overlake Consolidated Land Use Application - Quasi-Judicial
a. Ordinance No. 3251: An Ordinance of the City of Redmond, Washington, Adopting the Technical Committee’s Recommendation to Approve the R22 Master Planned Development, Development Agreement, Phase 1 Site Plan Entitlement, Phase 2 Site Plan Entitlement, and Binding Site Plan (LAND-2025-00049, LAND-2025-00050, LAND-2025-00051, LAND-2025-00052, & LAND-2025-00091), and Establishing an Effective Date
b. Resolution No. 1625: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Redmond, Washington, Approving a Development Agreement for a Site Owned by American Capital Group Located at Parcel No. 0673100010
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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Review and approve a Type V quasi-judicial consolidated review permit for redevelopment of an approximately 5.3-acre site at 3050 152nd Ave NE. The project applicant, ACG, proposes two 8-story mixed-use residential buildings with up to 800 total residential units and up to 8,000 square feet of total commercial area to be constructed in two phases. The proposal under review at this time is a consolidated Type V land use application including a Master Planned Development, Development Agreement, Binding Site Plan, Phase 1 Site Plan Entitlement, and Phase 2 Site Plan Entitlement.
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☐ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☒ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
GR-1: Accommodate growth through the year 2050 primarily within the centers and along major corridors. Ensure zoning capacity to accommodate the following levels of growth in the centers and along major corridors: 8,350 housing units in Overlake Metro Center.
GR-3: Use State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) planned actions and infill exemptions to efficiently accomplish environmental review and area-wide solutions in Redmond.
OV-1: Ensure that residential uses are located either in mixed-use buildings or on mixed-use sites and not as a stand-alone use so that the City has the capacity to meet non-residential space needs.
• Required:
Per RZC Table 21.76.050B, Master Planned Developments and Development Agreements are Type V quasi-judicial permits. Consistent with RZC Table 21.76.050A, following a recommendation by the Technical Committee, Type V permits require a public hearing and decision by City Council.
• Council Request:
N/A
• Other Key Facts:
N/A
OUTCOMES:
The outcomes of the project include the following:
• Expansion of Redmond’s housing supply by up to 800 units, including affordable housing.
• Addition of new residential and commercial uses adjacent to the Overlake Village light rail station, supporting transit-oriented development goals.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
Notice of Application: February 24, 2025
Neighborhood Meeting: May 21, 2025
Public Hearing Notice: February 24, 2026
• Outreach Methods and Results:
Notice of Application: Mailed and posted on-site
Neighborhood Meeting Notice: Mailed
Neighborhood Meeting: Hosted virtually
Public Hearing Notice: Mailed and posted on-site
• Feedback Summary:
Six (6) comments were received on the application. The comments were related to the following:
• Concerns with number of trees removed
• Preference for existing building and opposition to redevelopment
• Concerns with impacts to the transportation network
• Concerns with cyclist safety
• Comments expressing support
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
Staff working on this project are funded through the adopted budget.
Approved in current biennial budget: ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
0000303 - Development Services
Budget Priority:
Vibrant and Connected
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
N/A
Budget/Funding Constraints:
N/A
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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2/3/2026 |
Committee of the Whole - Planning and Public Works |
Provide Direction |
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2/24/2026 |
Study Session |
Provide Direction |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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N/A |
None proposed at this time |
N/A |
Time Constraints:
The applicant would appreciate a speedy and thorough review of the project.
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
The proposed development of up to 800 residential units would not occur.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Technical Committee Report
Attachment B: Draft Development Agreement
Attachment C: City Council Issues Matrix
Attachment D: Ordinance Approving Consolidated Type V Land Use Application
Attachment E: Resolution Authorizing Development Agreement Execution