Envisioning Ferndale’s Future

(September 2024 – June 2025)

The City of Ferndale is updating its Comprehensive Plan and partnering with Western Washington University’s Urban Planning & Sustainable Development program to conduct an analysis and conceptual designs for future development in the city over the next 50 years. Ferndale residents are invited to participate in by attending meetings and completing surveys. 

Timeline for 2024-2025 Urban Planning Studio

WWU Studio Timeline

 Upcoming  

Urban Analysis Posters

The WWU Urban Planning Studio has split into groups to conduct an analysis on the various layers of Ferndale's urban growth and urban reserve areas. The layers of analysis are land use, the environment, housing, economics, infrastructure, social, and connectivity. The posters presented at the community kick-off meeting are posted below.

Land Use Analysis

Housing Analysis

Infrastructure & Connectivity Analysis

Economic Analysis

Social Analysis

Environmental Analysis

Past Events

Poster by: Maisie Gill

WWU Studio Timeline

Poster by: Maisie Gill