Establishes time limits for local governments to process housing permit applications in Washington.

The bill sets specific time limits for local governments to process housing permit applications. It mandates that local governments issue final decisions within 65 days for permits not requiring public notice, 100 days for those requiring public notice, and 170 days for those needing a public hearing. If deadlines are missed, local governments must approve projects and issue permits the next business day. The bill also requires counties and cities to report annually on permit processing times and decisions, and mandates fee refunds if time limits are not met.

Establishes time limits for local governments to process housing permit applications in Washington.

The bill sets specific time limits for local governments to process housing permit applications. It mandates that local governments issue final decisions within 65 days for permits not requiring public notice, 100 days for those requiring public notice, and 170 days for those needing a public hearing. If deadlines are missed, local governments must approve projects and issue permits the next business day. The bill also requires counties and cities to report annually on permit processing times and decisions, and mandates fee refunds if time limits are not met.