Central Ave Rezone: Zoning Map Updates
The City has been working with the community to develop a long-term vision for Downtown Kent through the ReDiscover Downtown Kent Plan. Building on previous planning efforts and informed by community engagement, the Plan identifies opportunities to support new housing, encourage investment, strengthen economic vitality, improve connections between neighborhoods, and create a more vibrant, walkable downtown. As part of implementing the Plan and the 2044 Kent Comprehensive Plan, the City will be updating the Zoning Map for properties along Central Avenue and East Smith Street. These changes are intended to support the Plan's vision for downtown growth, redevelopment, and economic vitality.
Frequently Asked Questions/Additional Information
Why is the city updating the Zoning Map Designations?
The proposed zoning changes are intended to implement the ReDiscover Downtown Plan, which establishes a long-term vision for Downtown Kent. The Plan identifies opportunities to support housing, businesses, employment, and investment.
To help achieve this vision, the City is proposing updates to zoning designations for selected properties along Central Avenue and East Smith Street. These changes will help to align development standards with the goals and recommendations of the ReDiscover Downtown Plan.
What is a Zoning District?
A Zoning District is associated with Kent City Code and identifies allowed uses and development regulations, consistent with Kent City Code Title 15.
How does this impact me?
The updates to the Zoning Map Designations may result in changes to what types of development or land uses are allowed on the property in the future. This could affect things like:
- Future allowed uses of the property;
- Development standards, such as building heights, setbacks, and density limits; and
- Property taxes: changes in property value due to the new zoning or land use could influence assessments over time.
All legally existing uses may continue. Permit applications submitted prior to September 17, 2026, are vested to current development regulations.
Who should I contact if I have more questions?
Email FutureKent@KentWA.gov
How can I submit comments or become a party of record?:
- Email: Send comments to FutureKent@KentWA.gov.
- Mail: Mail your comments to City of Kent Long Range Planning, Economic & Community Department, 220 4th Avenue S, Kent, WA 98032.
- In-Person: Provide written or verbal comments at a public hearing held by the Land Use and Planning Board (LUPB) on July 27, 2026, at 6:00 PM PT. The meeting will be held in City Council Chambers, 220 4th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032. The agenda will be posted on the Meeting Center page on the Friday before the meeting. Any person requiring a disability accommodation should contact the City Clerk’s Office in advance of the meeting at 253-856-5725. For TTY/TDD service call the Washington Telecommunications Relay Service at 7-1-1.
All comments submitted by email or mail must be received by 4 PM on July 27 to be part of the official record. Be sure to include "Central Rezone" in the heading.
What is changing?
Zoning Map
Below is a list of parcel numbers (and site address, if available) of proposed changes to the Zoning Map.
APN | Address | Current Zoning Designation | Proposed Zoning Designation |
9179600610 | 320 E GOWE ST | Downtown Commercial Enterprise – Transitional Overlay (DCE-T) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601980 | 427 E SMITH ST | Downtown Commercial Enterprise – Transitional Overlay (DCE-T) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601980 | 429 E SMITH ST | Downtown Commercial Enterprise – Transitional Overlay (DCE-T) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601980 | 431 E SMITH ST | Downtown Commercial Enterprise – Transitional Overlay (DCE-T) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179602020 | 403 E SMITH ST | Downtown Commercial Enterprise – Transitional Overlay (DCE-T) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179602020 | 405 E SMITH ST | Downtown Commercial Enterprise – Transitional Overlay (DCE-T) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179602020 | 411 E SMITH ST | Downtown Commercial Enterprise – Transitional Overlay (DCE-T) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
3828000231 | 511 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial (GC) | Commercial Manufacturing (CM) |
9179600005 | 115 E WILLIS ST | General Commercial (GC) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600045 | 405 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial (GC) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600065 | 417 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial (GC) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600070 | 421 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial (GC) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600260 | 307 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial (GC) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600285 | 317 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial (GC) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600301 | 327 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial (GC) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700145 | 502 RAILROAD AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700155 | 501 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700165 | 503 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700165 | 505 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700175 | 511 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700175 | 507 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700185 | 517 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700190 | 521 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700205 | 525 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700206 | 529 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700206 | 529 CENTRAL AVE N STE 101 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700206 | 529 CENTRAL AVE N STE 201 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700215 | 603 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700225 | 607 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
1849700265 | 631 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600600 | 208 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600635 | 222 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600731 | 216 E GOWE ST STE 300 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600731 | 216 W GOWE ST STE 120 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600731 | 216 W GOWE ST STE 200 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600731 | 216 W GOWE ST STE 300 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600731 | 216 E GOWE ST | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600740 | 209 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600765 | 233 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600775 | 215 E TITUS ST | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600825 | 111 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600860 | 118 CENTRAL AVE S STE 105 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600860 | 320 E MEEKER ST STE 101 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600860 | 320 E MEEKER ST STE 102 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600860 | 320 E MEEKER ST STE 103 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600860 | 320 E MEEKER ST STE 104 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600860 | 320 E MEEKER ST STE 105 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600860 | 320 E MEEKER ST STE 106 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600860 | 320 E MEEKER ST | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179600860 | 118 CENTRAL AVE S | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601225 | 106 E MEEKER ST | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601225 | 108 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601225 | 110 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601240 | 112 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601245 | 116 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601245 | 118 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601245 | 114 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601255 | 124 CENTRAL AVE N STE 101 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601255 | 124 CENTRAL AVE N STE 102 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601255 | 124 CENTRAL AVE N STE 103 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601255 | 124 CENTRAL AVE N STE 104 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601255 | 124 CENTRAL AVE N STE 105 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601255 | 204 CENTRAL AVE N STE 101 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601255 | 204 CENTRAL AVE N STE 102 | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601255 | 124 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601255 | 204 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601280 | 212 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601295 | 302 E SMITH ST | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601505 | 221 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601515 | 209 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601530 | 203 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601540 | 125 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601565 | 105 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601576 | 217 E MEEKER ST | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601610 | 322 RAILROAD AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601635 | 406 RAILROAD AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601635 | 404 RAILROAD AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601655 | 204 E PIONEER ST | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601656 | 210 E PIONEER ST | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601670 | 415 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601691 | 405 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601705 | 325 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601725 | 315 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601735 | 301 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601755 | 310 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
9179601815 | 418 CENTRAL AVE N | General Commercial – Mixed Use (GC-MU) | Downtown Commercial Enterprise (DCE) |
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