As an architect and expediter I’ve found that the building department is much easier to get phone and in person conversations with than the zoning dept.

Check to see if you have to install any manholes, fire hydrants, curb, gutter, sidewalks, street signs, street lighting any specific street design or access requirements, Check DOT requirements for access, stop lights and permits, traffic studies, DWQ requirements for permits, permit fees and time frames.Once you have an idea of what you can build and what is required in terms of permitting and infrastructure you want to talk to some civil engineers, architects and commercial general contractors that do the type of projects and build the type of buildings you want to build so you can get an idea of costs, time frame and requirements.

This will be on the Architects and engineers.

Though with being an Architect that means I could not do anything the simple way.

If zoning is okay the next step is to find an Architect as most municipalities will require one for multi family.

Have an architect lined up. 

I'm working with an architect/planner on somepreliminary designs to present tothe city.

They recommended I speak with an architect or designer and submit a design come January 1, 2020.I’m wondering if anyone has experience getting ahead of these new bills to add units to their properties?

Good architect and contractor helped round out the team.

Would love input from Wenatchee architect @Nik Moushon .