WHATCOM COUNTY NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A SHORT SUBDIVISION Notice is hereby given that on August 25, 2026, Daniel & Cheryl Morgan submitted a Short Plat application under case number SSS2026-00011 to subdivide a 10.29-acre lot into 2 lots with associated infrastructure. The application was determined complete on September 29, 2026, indicating that all submittal requirements were met. The subject property is located at 7785 Leibrant Rd., within Section 27, Township 40, Range 04 East of W.M. Assessor's parcel number: 400427202115. The application will be reviewed under the Official Whatcom County Zoning and Critical Areas Ordinances, as well as reviews by Whatcom County Planning and Development Services (Fire Marshal's Office, Natural Resources and Planning), Public Works Engineering and Health Department. The file and supporting documents may be reviewed at Whatcom County Planning and Development Services, 5280 Northwest Drive, Bellingham, WA 98226. Any person may submit written comments to Sam McDaniel, at the above address or SMcdanie@co.whatcom.wa.us, within 14 days of the publication of this notice. Written comments must be received by October 30, 2026. Any person has the right to receive notice of and participate in any hearings, request a copy of the decision once made, and to appeal a decision when allowed by law. In addition, any person wishing to receive personal notice of any decisions or hearings must notify the department to receive such notice. IPL0381020 Oct 14 2026