issue area reports | land use , construction and housing
Sen . Mark Mullet , D-Issaquah , is vice chair , Capital , for the Senate Ways & Means Committee .
mother-in-law units . The bill requires cities to allow ADUs in all urban growth areas ; legalizes up to two ADUs on single-family lots ; prohibits owner occupancy requirements ; and lifts parking requirements for ADUs within a half mile of transit , among other provisions . The bill passed the House 85-11 and the Senate 39-7 .
SB 5258 condominium reform
Passed / AWB Supported sponsor : Rep . Sharon Stewmaker , D-Ferndale
Condominiums can be a lower-cost option for first-time homebuyers , yet builders often face lawsuits . This bill creates a process to remedy condo defect claims prior to litigation , and also exempts certain sales of condos and townhomes from the real estate excise tax .
SB 5058 condominium reform
Passed / AWB Supported sponsor : Sen . Mike Padden , R-Spokane Valley
This second condo reform bill exempts buildings up to 2 stories with 12 or more units from the definition of multifamily building . This policy will eliminate duplicate design and inspection requirements , helping lower costs for condo construction .
HB 1293 streamlining development regulations
Passed / AWB Supported sponsor : Rep . Mark Klicker , R-Walla Walla
The bill requires cities and counties to apply only “ clear and objective ” design review standards to the exterior of new projects , aiming to reduce development costs .
SB 5412 local government permitting
Passed / AWB Supported sponsor : Sen . Jesse Salomon , D-Shoreline
This is another bill that aims to streamline permitting and reduce builders ’ costs and delays . It exempts proposed housing developments in urban growth areas from State Environmental Policy Act review if
Bill considered as part of AWB ’ s voting record
Favorable outcome for Washington businesses
Missed Opportunities
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