Short On-line Course on Local Planning – Washington State Department of Commerce
The Short Course on Local Planning includes:
An overview of the complex mix of land use planning laws that work together to support land-use decision-making in Washington state,
An introduction to comprehensive planning and plan implementation under the Growth Management Act,
A review of the roles in planning and best practices for public participation, and
Mandatory training on the Open Public Meetings Act for local government officials.
All courses are offered at no charge and are open to the public.