Washington SB5613 mandates clear and objective standards for residential development.

Washington SB5613 requires cities and counties to adopt clear and objective standards, conditions, and procedures for residential development. These standards must be ascertainable, uniform, and not left to subjective discretion. The Department of Commerce must develop a model code with these standards and conditions. The bill also allows for alternative approval processes for residential development if certain criteria are met. It emphasizes the importance of predictability and uniformity in development regulations.

Washington SB5613 mandates clear and objective standards for residential development.

Washington SB5613 requires cities and counties to adopt clear and objective standards, conditions, and procedures for residential development. These standards must be ascertainable, uniform, and not left to subjective discretion. The Department of Commerce must develop a model code with these standards and conditions. The bill also allows for alternative approval processes for residential development if certain criteria are met. It emphasizes the importance of predictability and uniformity in development regulations.