Summit Law Blog

With many of HB 2138's provisions becoming operative on January 1, 2027, here's what developers should know about Oregon's latest legislation to expand middle housing and promote housing availability and affordability. 

HB 3746 reforms the process for addressing construction-defect claims. This blog post covers what developers, insurers, homeowners associations, and condominium associations need to know. 

SB 5184 limits local minimum parking requirements for many developments, creating new opportunities to reduce costs and improve project feasibility. This blog post covers what developers should know. 

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.