Delay on Critical Areas Ordinance update draws criticism from groups

Edmonds is considering delaying updates to a section of the ordinance that would restrict stormwater wells near its drinking water aquifer.

by Eliza Aronson
January 3, 2026
Link to Everett Herald article

Olympic View Water service area

EDMONDS — The Edmonds Environmental Council and Olympic View Water & Sewer District have raised concerns regarding revisions to the city’s Critical Areas Ordinance, warning that a delay in updating policy surrounding underground stormwater wells could cause the city drinking water to become contaminated.

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