Washington SB6026 allows residential development in commercial and mixed-use zones to address housing shortages.
Washington SB6026 modifies zoning laws to permit residential development in commercial and mixed-use zones, aiming to alleviate housing shortages. The bill exempts certain areas like industrial zones and those near oil or gas refineries. It also prohibits local governments from requiring mixed-use or commercial conditions for residential development in commercial zones. The changes apply one year after enactment unless local governments adopt new ordinances.
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