If someone tells you the Growth Management Act is responsible for a housing shortage, do not believe them. According to just issued Census data, Washington State ranked sixth in the number of total building permits issued in 2016 – see a very short article from Planetizen here.
For decades, Washington’s Growth Management Act has required cities and counties to plan thoughtfully for growth — protecting farmland, guiding development, and building communities where people can thrive. In 2023, with advocacy from Futurewise and partner organizations, the Legislature took … Continue reading
Imagine living in a Washington where you can afford to live close to your work, school, friends, faith community and more, your kids can afford to live in the neighborhood they grew up in, and you can stay in your … Continue reading