Notice of Public Hearings

& Determination of Non-Significance

Othello Planning Commission & Othello City Council

Zoning Update 2024 – Home Occupations

Notice is hereby given that the City of Othello will hold public hearings to discuss amending the Home Occupation Chapter, Othello Municipal Code (OMC) 17.59. Proposed changes include reorganizing the chapter and amending the list of uses prohibited as home occupations. The hearings will be held:

• At the Planning Commission meeting, Monday, Aug. 19 at 6:00 PM
• At the City Council meeting, Monday, Sept. 9 at 6:00 PM

The public hearings will be held at Othello City Hall, Council Chambers, 500 E. Main St. The hearings will also be accessible by internet and phone. All Council and Commission meetings are open to the public. Arrangements to reasonably accommodate special needs, including accessibility or an interpreter, will be made upon receiving 24-hour advance notice.

Check the website at https://www.othellowa.gov/ for more information and the meeting link, or contact the City of Othello at 509-488-5686 or email at ahenning@othellowa.gov

The City has also issued a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) for this action. This project does not have any probable significant adverse environmental impacts. This decision was made after review of an environmental checklist and other information on file with the City. Written comments on the DNS will be accepted until 5:00 PM on Aug. 19 at City Hall, 500 E. Main Street, Othello. For additional information please contact the City of Othello at 509-488-5686.