Clark County Zoning Updates 2025 | Investment Opportunities in Vancouver WA

Clark County Zoning Updates: Unlocking Opportunities for Investors

Published by Kelyn Black | Selling Keys Real Estate


Zoning isn’t just lines on a map —

it’s where potential meets profit.

Zoning isn’t just lines on a map — it’s where potential meets profit Clark County is updating rules to make it easier to:

  • Build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in single-family neighborhoods.

  • Add density bonuses for sustainable multifamily projects.

  • Expand mixed-use corridors where people can live, shop, and work.

For first-time investors, understanding these updates can guide smarter purchases and open doors to income streams that weren’t possible before.


ADUs are small secondary homes on a property

like a backyard unit or garage apartment.

🏡 ADUs: More Flexibility, More Income

Investor Opportunities:

  • Live in the main home and rent the ADU — offsetting your mortgage.

  • Start small: get rental income without buying a large multifamily property.

  • Increase property resale value — ADU-ready lots are in demand.

💡 Tip: Even a modest ADU can add $800–$1,200/month in rent depending on location.


Clark County is encouraging sustainable

building features with density bonuses. More units can be built on the same land if you add eco-friendly design elements.

🏢 Multifamily: Build Smarter, Capture More

Investor Opportunities:

  • More units = higher cash flow and ROI.

  • Green features attract long-term tenants and may qualify for incentives.

  • Prepares your investment for future resale or redevelopment.

💡 Tip: Focus on energy-efficient upgrades — they can unlock 10–20% more units under the new rules.


New mixed-use zones are expanding

in Salmon Creek, Ridgefield, and East Vancouver. These areas combine residential, commercial, and retail spaces.

🏬 Mixed-Use Corridors: Where Growth Meets Profit

Investor Opportunities:

  • Buy properties that can be converted or redeveloped for multiple uses.

  • Early entry often means faster appreciation as neighborhoods grow.

  • Perfect for live-work setups, small retail, or rental properties near amenities.

💡 Tip: Look for parcels adjacent to transit or infrastructure upgrades — they often gain the highest returns.


Zoning changes are more than red tape —

they’re a roadmap for investment opportunity.

💬 KELYN’S TIPS

✅ Check the Clark County Zoning Map before buying.
✅ Focus on ADU-friendly lots for smaller, first-time investments.
✅ Monitor mixed-use corridor expansions for future redevelopment potential.
✅ Think strategically — today’s zoning flexibility can become tomorrow’s equity boost.


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