Background:

Bastyr University is currently updating its Master Plan, which provides a framework and vision for future uses and development on the property over a 10+ year period of time. The City of Kenmore's Comprehensive Plan requires Bastyr to have a Master Plan to guide property development. Bastyr’s current Master Plan was adopted in 2009 and expires in December of 2025.

Project Location: 

Bastyr University is located at 14500 Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, on a 51-acre campus, adjacent to Saint Edward State Park.

Bastyr University’s application materials describe the Master Plan project as follows: “The university and accessory uses will continue to be organized around the central Academic Core which is anchored by the existing Saint Thomas building. Auxiliary uses are proposed north of the Saint Thomas building, including the adaptive re-use of four of the existing residential buildings as well as a mix of new residential and commercial uses, including day care, clinics, wellness centers, and neighborhood services”.

Bastyr University’s proposed amendments to the Master Plan, including the proposed addition of market rate housing to the campus, requires proposed amendments to the City’s Comprehensive Plan, amendments to zoning regulations, and completion of environmental review (SEPA).  

City of Kenmore Review Process: 

A consolidated review of the Bastyr University Master Plan update, Comprehensive Plan amendments and amendments to zoning regulations is required. This is a Type 5 review process (KMC 19.25.020).  A Type 5 review process requires review by the Planning Commission who will also conduct a public hearing (date TBD) and make a recommendation to the City Council.  

• 11/27/24: Bastyr University submitted an application for proposed amendment of the Comprehensive Plan and zoning regulations.
  
  
• 1/27/25: The City Council approved the Planning Commission work program “docket” including review of amendments to the Bastyr University Master Plan and associated amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and zoning regulations. 
  
  
• 4/18/25: Bastyr University submitted an application for amendment to the Bastyr Master Plan.
  
  
• 5/16/25: The City issued a letter regarding Bastyr's application.
  
  
• 6/17/25: Planning Commission agenda and recording
   
• June to December 2025 (possibly 2026 Annual Docket): Planning Commission review, public hearing and recommendation to the City Council. Dates to be determined.
  
  
• August – December 2025 (possibly 2026 Annual Docket):  SEPA environmental review process and action.
  
  
• November 2025-December 2025 (possibly 2026 Annual Docket): City Council review and decision. Dates to be determined.

The project is in the land use decision process, currently under review. 

Project Documents:

The links below provide access to commonly requested project documents.

Master Plan Amendment Application Materials:

• Application Form
• SEPA Environmental Checklist
• Project Narrative
• Site Plan
• Report, Title
• Owner Authorization
• Temporary Waiver - Water & Sewer Certs
• Report, Critical Areas
• Memo, Transportation
• Memo, Drainage 
• Memo, Arborist

Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Zoning Amendment Application Materials:

• Bastyr University Comprehensive Plan Amendment Submission (November 27, 2024)

Background Documents for the 2009 Bastyr Master Plan:

• Master Plan (2009)
• SEPA EIS (2004)
• SEPA DS AND ADOPTION OF EXISTING DOCS (2009)
• Ordinance 09-0304 Adopting Amendments to Comprehensive Plan 
• Ordinance No. 15-0400 Bastyr Master Plan Extension 

• Bastyr University's Master Plan FAQ
• Bastyr University Public Information Webpage