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Seattle Council pushes alternative to social-housing tax
The measure would use existing affordable-housing money rather than create a new tax, but I-137 supporters say the change could “kneecap” the new developer.
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Councilmember Zahilay proposes $1B for middle-income public housing
The plan would use bonds to fund the development of “workforce” housing in King County for people earning 50%-120% of area median income.
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Seattle opened 1,750 subsidized, affordable apartments in 2023
The Office of Housing made some progress on development last year, but faces new challenges from high construction costs and interest rates.
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Seattle opened 1,750 subsidized, affordable apartments in 2023
The Office of Housing made some progress on development last year, but faces new challenges from high construction costs and interest rates.
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WA housing discrimination complaints dip, bucking national trend
Allegations are down by over 50% in the state, with most coming from people with disabilities. But claims are at an all-time high nationally.