Whatcom County, Washington — 2026
Whatcom County had 168 projects with decisions YTD 2026: 202 approved and 1 denied (99.5% approval). Birch Bay led among cities with 38 projects, followed by Kendall (32).
Data through July 12, 2026 · Updated July 13, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
168
Projects YTD
202
Approved
1
Denied
99.5%
Approval rate
Cities in Whatcom County
| City | Projects | Approved | Denied | Approval % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Bay | 38 | 38 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Kendall | 32 | 37 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Ferndale | 23 | 37 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Everson | 11 | 12 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Nooksack | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bellingham | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Maple Falls | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100.0% |
Frequently asked questions
- How many projects had council decisions in Whatcom County YTD 2026?
- 168 projects with 202 approved and 1 denied actions (99.5% approval).
- Which cities in Whatcom County had the most activity?
- Birch Bay (38 projects), Kendall (32 projects), Ferndale (23 projects)