Boundary Line Adjustment Code

Public Comments on Draft Code

Public Comments on Draft BLA Code (comments submitted between 10/07/2025 - 03/04/2026)

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Overview

A boundary line adjustment (BLA) is a process that allows property owners to move or adjust lot lines between neighboring properties without creating additional lots. State subdivision law does not apply to BLAs [RCW 58.17.040(6)], and counties regulate BLAs through their local codes.

At present, Kitsap County is the only county in Washington that does not have a dedicated BLA code. This has led to problems such as the creation of nonconforming lots, attempts to use BLAs to avoid subdivision requirements, lack of proper access to adjusted parcels, and adjustments made across public
rights-of-way or jurisdictional boundaries. These issues create inconsistent outcomes, conflicts with existingregulations and plans, and difficulties for current and future property owners.

To address these challenges, Kitsap County is developing a BLA code that establishes clear and consistent application and review standards. A dedicated BLA code will prevent misuse of the process, ensure that properties remain compliant with zoning and access requirements, and will align with state law. It will also give property owners a predictable, fair, and authorized way to adjust property lines, while protecting the public interest.

Meeting Dates and Materials
Date	Purpose	Location	Related Materials
Tues., January 6, 2026 5:30pm	Planning Commission Work Study	Kitsap County Administration Building -Commissioners Chambers	BKAT Video Executive Summary Draft Code Code Revisions Public Comments on Draft Code Draft Staff Report
Tues., February 3, 2026 5:30pm	Planning Commission Work Study	Kitsap County Administration Building -Commissioners Chambers	BKAT Video Executive Summary Staff Presentation Draft Code Additional Public Comments on Draft Code Examples of Problematic BLAs
Tues., March 3, 2026 5:30pm	Planning Commission Public Hearing	Kitsap County Administration Building -Commissioners Chambers	BKAT Video Executive Summary Staff Presentation Staff Report (Includes Revised Draft Code)
Tues., March 17, 2026 5:30pm	Planning Commission Deliberations	Kitsap County Administration Building -Commissioners Chambers	BKAT Video Executive Summary Staff Presentation Revisions to Existing Code New Draft Code Final Planning Commission Comment Matrix Deliberations Matrix Draft Findings of Fact
Wed., March 25, 2026 2:00pm	Board of County Commissioners Work Study	Kitsap County Administration Building - Port Blakely Conference Room	Meeting Materials
Tues., April 7, 2026 5:30pm	Planning Commission Findings of Fact	Kitsap County Administration Building - Commissioners Chambers	Executive Summary Staff Presentation Draft Findings of Fact Final Signed Findings of Fact
Mid to Late April, 2026	Board of County Commissioners Work Study	Kitsap County Administration Building - Port Blakely Conference Room	Upcoming
Mon., June 8, 2026 11:00am	Board of County Commissioners Public Hearing	Kitsap County Administration Building - Commissioners Chambers	Upcoming
TBD	Board of County Commissioners Deliberations	Kitsap County Administration Building - Port Blakely Conference Room	Upcoming
TBD	Board of County Commissioners Adoption	Kitsap County Administration Building - Commissioners Chambers	Upcoming

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