First draft of Greater Maple Valley/Cedar River Subarea Plan released; Public comments sought

King County released the first draft of a 20-year Subarea Plan for the Greater Maple Valley/Cedar River area in southeast King County, which includes unincorporated communities like Hobart and Ravensdale. Public comment runs April 15–May 18, 2026, with a virtual meeting on April 23 at 6 p.m. and in-person office hours April 30. This planning effort is distant from Burien but may interest residents tracking regional growth patterns.