Spokane's 2021 Sustainability Action Plan sets greenhouse gas reduction goals targeting 95% below 2016 levels by 2050, guiding city operations, building codes, and transportation policy across departments.
The Spokane Sustainability Action Plan (SAP), adopted by Council in 2021, establishes interim emissions targets of 30% reduction by 2030 and net-zero by 2050. Implementation actions include electrifying the city fleet, weatherization grants, transit expansion through STA, and Avista renewable energy procurement. The plan ties into Comprehensive Plan policies on land use, walkability, and tree canopy. Annual progress reports go to the Sustainability Action Subcommittee. Most actions are aspirational rather than directly enforceable on residents.
No direct fines on residents. Plan guides city procurement, codes, and capital projects rather than imposing penalties on property owners or businesses.
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Spokane has no municipal ordinance limiting lawn ornaments, statues, or yard art on private property. HOA architectural guidelines under RCW 64.38 apply in m...
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Spokane has no municipal ordinance limiting inflatable holiday decorations on private property. HOA architectural rules under RCW 64.38 apply in master-plann...
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Spokane has no municipal ordinance limiting holiday lights on private residential property. Restrictions come from HOA architectural rules under Washington's...
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Permanent outdoor kitchens in Spokane require building, plumbing, electrical, and/or gas permits under SMC Chapter 17F.040 (which adopts the International Re...
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Spokane treats outdoor smokers as open-flame cooking devices under International Fire Code 308.1.4 as adopted in SMC Chapter 17F.080. Multifamily balcony 10-...
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Spokane adopts the International Fire Code under SMC Chapter 17F.080. IFC 308.1.4 prohibits open-flame cooking on combustible balconies or within 10 feet of ...
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