Where will people find nature as Spokane grows?

See what changed near Underhill Park and ask the City to protect natural spaces.

Plan Commission hearing · April 14, 2026

East Central testimony

"We're going to be one of the hotspots for infill. And I accept that, and we're a place that it should happen. But I'm not seeing a plan for where these kids and people are going to recreate or walk or have a dirt path or see flowers or see birds."

Sam Mace · East Central resident

What happened to this urban forest in East Central?

Earlier aerial view of Underhill Park and adjacent land in East Central
East Central needs more trees. It is first in line for the City's tree-equity work.

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What could change?

The proposed plan could let many new residential, mixed-use, and commercial projects skip project-level environmental review.

We can make room for more housing without sacrificing Spokane's urban tree canopy and natural areas.

Tell the City what matters to you. A short note is all it takes.

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