HB 1491 encourages higher-density residential development near transit while offering new incentives for qualifying projects. Here's what developers should know.
HB 1096 and SB 5559 represent key steps toward increasing housing supply in Washington. HB 1096 requires local jurisdictions to establish a process for administrative lot splitting, while SB 5559 outlines procedures for unit lot subdivisions. Together, these laws lay the foundation for more flexible and affordable housing options across the state.
Washington has been grappling with a housing shortage for years, as home prices and rents continue to outpace income growth. To help address the crisis, Washington passed House Bill 1110, often referred to as the “middle housing” bill, in 2023.
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