Glossary#

Plain-language definitions for urban planning terms that come up in Lakewood City Council meetings, Planning Commission hearings, and community discussions.

Terms are organized by category:

• Housing & Zoning — ADU, conditional use, variances, residential districts, historic preservation
• Transportation — Complete streets, mode share, LOS, active transportation, transit
• Land Use — Community Vision, comprehensive planning, zoning code, NEPA/SEPA
• Funding & Policy — TIF, CDBG, CRA, impact fees, tax abatement