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    DCD News: New Building Official, New State Building Codes & Website Updates

    The new effective date for all 2021 building codes is October 29, 2023. Read on...
  2. Community Development

    Permits Required for Building, Grading, and Other Construction Activities in San Juan County

    The Department of Community Development reminds contractors of financial penalties for working without a permit. Read on...
  3. Community Development

    County to Remove A-Frame Signs in Unpermitted Areas of Eastsound

    Sign owners are asked to remove their signs from the right-of-way by Monday, August 14, 2023. Read on...
  4. News Flash_Community Development

    Department of Community Development Publishes Community Meeting Recaps and Resulting Next Steps

    The San Juan Island meeting May 16, Orcas Island meeting on June 13, and Lopez Island meeting on June 28 all contributed to the development of the County’s next steps. Read on...
  5. News Flash_Community Development

    County to Share Community Development Updates at Lopez Island Meeting

    The June 28 meeting will include department updates and an opportunity to ask questions. Read on...
  6. News Flash_Community Development

    New State Building Codes Delayed Until October

    The new effective date for all 2021 building codes is October 29, 2023. Read on...
  7. News Flash_Community Development

    San Juan County Names Interim Director of Department of Community Development

    The interim director will guide DCD for the next several months as the County conducts a nation-wide search for a permanent director. Read on...
  8. News Flash_Community Development

    County to Share Community Development Updates at Orcas Island Meeting

    The June 13 meeting will include updates and an opportunity to ask questions about the Department of Community Development. Read on...
  9. News Flash_Community Development

    San Juan County Shares Draft Report of Shoreline Cumulative Effects Evaluation

    A virtual public meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 7, 2023 from 6:30-7:30pm. Read on...
  10. News Flash_Request for Proposal

    San Juan County Seeks Consultant for Updating the Critical Areas Ordinance

    All submittals must be received by 12:00 pm on Friday, May 26, 2023. Read on...
  11. News Flash_Community Development

    Planning Commission Volunteers Needed for San Juan and Lopez Islands

    Two positions are open on San Juan County’s Planning Commission Read on...
  12. 2023 Annual Docket: Public Invited to Submit Requests for Amendments to the SJC Comp. Plan & Codes

    Submit your requests for amendments by March 1, 2023. Read on...
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    Newly Adopted Comprehensive Plan Will Serve as the County’s Road Map for Next 20 Years

    County Council officially adopted the Plan on November 30 – marking the culmination of six years of work Read on...
  14. Fire Marshal News

    Recreational Campfires Allowed in San Juan County

    Recreational campfires will now be permitted in San Juan County. Read on...
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    An open letter to the San Juan County community about wildfire risk and preparedness in the islands

    This letter aims to answer some of the most common questions and provide resources for residents to learn more. Read on...
  16. Fire Marshal News

    Burn Ban on Recreational Fires in San Juan County

    This declaration is in effect until atmospheric and field conditions no longer pose the threat of wildfire. Read on...
  17. Fire Marshal News

    Modified Burn Ban in San Juan County

    Recreational and cooking fires, limited to 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet high, are allowed when safety precautions are followed. Read on...
  18. Fire Marshal News

    County Announces Ban on Recreational Fires in Unincorporated Areas of San Juan County

    Recreational campfires, outdoor cooking, and oil-fueled products are all covered by the fire ban. Read on...
  19. Fire Marshal News

    San Juan County's Fire Danger Level Increases to MODERATE

    Moderate fire danger means that all fine dead fuels like dried grasses ignite readily, and fires start easily. Read on...
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San Juan County Updates & Events

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  1. Public Works to Install Stop Signs on Orcas Island

    San Juan County's Public Works Department will be installing new stop signs on A Street and Prune Alley on Orcas Island. Read on...
  2. Auto-Pay Tax Enrollment Program Now Online

    San Juan County Treasurer's Office is now offering their Auto-Pay Tax Enrollment Program online for tax payers to pay their taxes automatically. Read on...
  3. New Public Trail Opens on Lopez Island

    Celebrate National Public Lands Day with your Conservation Land Bank and Washington State Parks employees with the opening of a new public trail on Lopez Island! Read on...
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