POSTED: Wednesday, Oct. 07, 2009

Citizens' Forum to discuss Bellingham zoning, infill growth, rental housing

BELLINGHAM - Residents will host a meeting of the Citizens' Forum to discuss how the city can manage infill development without harming the character of neighborhoods.

The newly formed group invites people to attend to discuss various topics, including everything from whether the city's zoning is adequate and enforced to how much growth can occur in neighborhoods without affecting quality of life.

It'll also cover the prospect of licensing of rental properties and responsibilities Western Washington University has to neighborhoods in which students live.

The meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Fountain Community Church, 2100 Broadway Ave., one block east of Meridian Street.