Boundary Line Adjustment Code


Provide Your Feedback

Kitsap County is seeking public input on the draft Boundary Line Adjustment (BLA) code and draft revisions to other codes.


Please use this form to share your perspectives, concerns, or suggestions regarding the proposed code.
Comment Period: October 6, 2025 - October 27, 2025

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Overview
A boundary line adjustment (BLA) is a process that allows property owners to move or adjust lot lines between neighboring properties without creating additional lots. State law [RCW 58.17.040(6))] requires counties to regulate BLAs through their local codes. 

At present, Kitsap County is the only county in Washington that does not have a dedicated BLA code. This has led to problems such as the creation of nonconforming lots, attempts to use BLAs to avoid subdivision requirements, lack of proper access to adjusted parcels, and adjustments made across public
rights-of-way or jurisdictional boundaries. These issues create inconsistent outcomes, conflicts with existingBLA Example regulations and plans, and difficulties for current and future property owners.


To address these challenges, Kitsap County is developing a BLA code that establishes clear and consistent application and review standards. A dedicated BLA code will prevent misuse of the process, ensure that properties remain compliant with zoning and access requirements, and will align with state law. It will also give property owners a predictable, fair, and authorized way to adjust property lines, while protecting the public interest.

The draft BLA code and associated code revisions will be released for public review in October 2025. The County's goal is to adopt the final BLA code in early 2026.



Meeting Dates and Materials
Date
Purpose
Location
​Related Materials
​December 9, 2025
​Planning Commission Public Hearing
​Kitsap County Administration Building -Commissioners Chambers
​Coming soon





CONTACT:


Department of Community Development

Planning and Environmental Programs

(360) 337-5777 (Kitsap 1)

MAILING ADDRESS

614 Division Street - MS36
Port Orchard, WA 98366

Office Location 

619 Division Street
Port Orchard, Washington


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