Legislature Advances Proposal Allowing Cafes in More Neighborhoods
Washington State could see more small neighborhood cafes opening up within short walking distances of homes, under a proposal advancing at the state legislature....
Micro-apartments Could Become Fully Legal in Washington, Again
The Washington State Legislature is considering legalizing "co-living housing" in cities and towns across Washington, which could open the door to new micro-apartments offered...
‘Housing Accountability Act’ Seeks to Push Local Governments to Boost Homebuilding
The bill could result in a builder's remedy to force resistant jurisdictions to allow apartment construction.
Representative Jessica Bateman (D-22, Olympia) has filed a brand...
Op-Ed: State Must Pass Transit-Oriented Housing Rules Prioritizing Equity, Affordability
In 2023 the stakes are the highest they have ever been. Wildfires and sea level rise have put the climate crisis in stark context....
State Legislators Push for ‘Year of Housing 2.0’
While 2023 was dubbed the 'year of housing,' 2024 could be a second act, with unfinished business left to tackle.
In 2023, the Washington State...
The Urbanist Podcast: An Oral History of Passing the Missing Middle Housing Bill
In this year’s legislative session, the Washington State Legislature passed extensive housing reform. House Bill 1110 compelled many cities in Washington to open up...
Legislators Continue Failed War on Drugs Approach in Blake Fix Bill
This week, state legislators were in special session pursuing the urgent business of continuing the war on drugs. Lawmakers were unable to reach a...
Sunday Video: Historic District Abuse
This week, Dave Amos over at City Beautiful does an excellent job discussing the history and pitfalls of historic districts. From their early application...