Call for applications for the Skagit County Planning Commission
(SKAGIT COUNTY)- The Planning Commission works with the Planning and Development Services Department and advises the Department and the Board of County Commissioners on proposed land use plans and regulations in unincorporated Skagit County.
In 2026, the Planning Commission will be working on siting for clean energy facilities, as well as other various code amendments regarding accessory dwelling units, flood damage prevention, and stormwater, according to a news release from the county.
For more information about current Planning Commission work items, please visit: www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/PlanningAndPermit/communplan.htm
The Planning Commission consists of nine members (three from each Commissioner District) and usually meets twice monthly in Mount Vernon at the Commissioner’s Administrative Building. Meetings are broadcast live on Skagit 21 and archived online. More information about the Planning Commission is available at: www.skagitcounty.net/planningcommission.
There is currently one vacancy on the Planning Commission in District 3. This call for applications is for residents who live in District 3 of Skagit County and would like to be considered for a seat on the Planning Commission.
Planning Commissioners serve four-year terms. The applicant nominated for the vacant seat will continue serving a term which expires on August 31, 2029.
A map of the three districts in Skagit County are available on the county's website.
The application form can be found here: https://www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/CountyCommissioners/boardsandcommittees.htm.
You may also prepare a letter of interest with the following information:
- Name, physical address, phone number, email address;
- Personal statement, including any applicable expertise and experience;
- Disclosure of membership in, or affiliation with, any relevant interest groups.
Email your application no later than Friday, April 17th, at 4:30 p.m. to the Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners at commissioners@co.skagit.wa.us or by mail at 1800 Continental Place Ste 100, Mount Vernon, WA 98273.