In an extraordinary move, the Legislature banned single-family zoning in Washington in 2023, and most cities have by now been required to allow as many as 6 homes on most lots in what were formerly single-family-zoned districts. This creates extraordinary opportunities for housing development, but it also is likely to encounter continued pushback from cities. At a minimum, the cities are still charging exorbitant fees in an attempt to slow or halt housing development. I'm actively developing and building new homes, and I'm hoping we'll see investors jump into Washington to get more houses built ASAP. Read More…