Tree Canopy & Environment

Tree protection ordinance, canopy targets, exceptional trees, stormwater, climate plan

Meeting history

1. July 23, 2026
   Land Use and Sustainability Committee85%

   During the public‑comment period, members of the Thornton Creek Alliance urged restoration of tree canopy and riparian protection in Northgate, citing a loss of 18.55 acres from 2016‑2021 and stressing the need for tall trees to improve salmon water quality. Staff presentations highlighted a native food forest along Thornton Creek and mid‑block corridor code changes that would increase open space and canopy cover. No formal vote was taken, but the committee agreed to incorporate community feedback on canopy restoration into the final Northgate and Downtown Regional Center plans, with implementation slated for the next planning cycle.