Mercer Island, WA · King County
Reclassification of Property (Rezone)
Property owners use this application and submittal checklist to request a zoning change that allows a land use consistent with Mercer Island’s Comprehensive Plan.
What this form is
This application requests a rezone, a legislative change to a property's zoning. The city reviews the request through a Planning Commission public meeting and recommendation, followed by a City Council public hearing and final decision. The submittal checklist calls for a signed Development Application Form, project narrative, code compliance matrix, and other items that may include a title report, affidavits, SEPA materials, vicinity map, and fees.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking a zoning change for a land use consistent with Mercer Island’s Comprehensive Plan use this application and provide the listed submittal materials.
How to submit it
Submit the application to Community Planning & Development at 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040. The checklist requires payment of applicable fees and directs applicants to the city fee schedule for current permit fees.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; separate ownership and agent-authority affidavits, when required, must be signed before a commissioned online notary.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Reclassification of Property (Rezone) application and submittal checklist.
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Complete The Application
Complete and sign the Development Application Form, and prepare a project narrative and code compliance matrix.
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Gather The Listed Materials
Gather applicable materials, including a title report, affidavits, SEPA materials, vicinity map, and any required comprehensive plan amendment materials.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application and materials to Community Planning & Development at 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040, with applicable fees.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Reclassification of Property (Rezone) application do?
- It lets property owners request a zoning change to allow a new or different land use consistent with Mercer Island’s Comprehensive Plan.
- What materials are listed for a rezone application?
- The checklist lists a Development Application Form, project narrative, code compliance matrix, and other materials that may include a title report, affidavits, SEPA materials, vicinity map, and fees.
- Do I need a notary for the Reclassification of Property (Rezone) application?
- No. Sign and date this application without a notary. Separate ownership and agent-authority affidavits, when required, must be signed before a commissioned online notary.
- How do I submit the Reclassification of Property (Rezone) application?
- Submit it to Community Planning & Development at 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040. The checklist also requires payment of applicable fees.
Need something notarized?
This Reclassification of Property (Rezone) doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Mercer Island form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.