Don’t blame GMA for supressing housing in Washington

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.

Don’t blame GMA for supressing housing in Washington

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.

October Comp Plan Happy Hour

👻Let’s Get Together👻 It’s SpOOky Season! And what’s spookier than car emissions, traffic accidents, and poor sidewalk infrastructure? This month, we’re teaming up with the Nondrivers Alliance and Transportation Choices Coalition to celebrate a Week Without Driving!  With fall fully … Continue reading →

Cat Huber
September 9, 2026

We’re Hiring: Campaign Events Intern

Want to help tackle the housing crisis?  Eager to get Washington to move away from fossil fuels?  Want to build walkable cities and protect Washington’s nature and farms? Now’s your chance to be a part of the change! Futurewise is … Continue reading →

Futurewise
September 1, 2026