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The City of Redmond is working on phase three of updating building design standards as part of the ongoing implementation of Redmond 2050 and transitioning from a suburb to a city.
Significant code updates were adopted in June 2025, including restructuring standards into Article III of the Redmond Zoning Code which consolidated design requirements, added measurable guidelines, introduced urban building types, and clarified purpose statements.
This next phase continues to refine and update the City’s design standards to support a shift from suburban development patterns toward more urban, walkable, and transit‑oriented places. The updates are guided by the Redmond 2050 priorities of sustainability, equity and inclusion, and resiliency and to ensure the zoning code supports a high‑quality, accessible, and climate‑ready built environment.
By strengthening and clarifying these standards, the project aims to guide future development in a way that reflects community values and supports Redmond’s long‑term vision.
The update is being informed by a comprehensive audit of the Community Design Standards and testing out the main sections of the code that pertain to building form. The prioritization was also informed by frequent questions from the development community and development review staff, community engagement gathered during the Redmond 2050 update, and State legislation requirements.
Here are the sections of the code that will be updated based on priority:
Medium priority
21.58.1100 Relationship to adjacent properties
21.58.3200 Rooflines
21.58.3620 Ground floor retail
21.58.3630 Ground floor residential uses
21.58.3640 Weather protection
21.58.5200 Towers
21.58.7000 Single-family and middle housing standards- building design, proportionality and massing
The City of Redmond is working on phase three of updating building design standards as part of the ongoing implementation of Redmond 2050 and transitioning from a suburb to a city.
Significant code updates were adopted in June 2025, including restructuring standards into Article III of the Redmond Zoning Code which consolidated design requirements, added measurable guidelines, introduced urban building types, and clarified purpose statements.
This next phase continues to refine and update the City’s design standards to support a shift from suburban development patterns toward more urban, walkable, and transit‑oriented places. The updates are guided by the Redmond 2050 priorities of sustainability, equity and inclusion, and resiliency and to ensure the zoning code supports a high‑quality, accessible, and climate‑ready built environment.
By strengthening and clarifying these standards, the project aims to guide future development in a way that reflects community values and supports Redmond’s long‑term vision.
The update is being informed by a comprehensive audit of the Community Design Standards and testing out the main sections of the code that pertain to building form. The prioritization was also informed by frequent questions from the development community and development review staff, community engagement gathered during the Redmond 2050 update, and State legislation requirements.
Here are the sections of the code that will be updated based on priority:
Medium priority
21.58.1100 Relationship to adjacent properties
21.58.3200 Rooflines
21.58.3620 Ground floor retail
21.58.3630 Ground floor residential uses
21.58.3640 Weather protection
21.58.5200 Towers
21.58.7000 Single-family and middle housing standards- building design, proportionality and massing
We are asking for your input on the scope of this zoning code update. Your feedback will help the City focus its efforts and resources on the areas that best support community needs and advance Redmond 2050 priorities. Low and medium priority items that do not make it into this phase will be considered in the next phase as we work towards a complete update to our code.
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