Housing

The ordinance eases the regulations on accessory dwelling units and allows them to be built in any residential area in the city.

Republicans want to make 250 million acres of public lands eligible for sale to housing developers.

Seattle, along with other cities, is struggling to balance the need for more housing with the preservation and growth of trees that help address the impacts of climate change.

A tug of war is taking place in Seattle between advocates for more density and people who want to preserve more trees.

The bill would limit rent growth at 7 percent. Supporters say it’s the best option to help renters quickly. But the housing industry is pushing lawmakers to back off.

The Central Washington city’s expensive dispute with a Seattle-based builder illustrates the challenges of crafting long-term development agreements.

In a special February election, voters will decide what's next for social housing in Seattle. The ballot has two competing propositions for where the money would come from.

‘The state is in an eviction crisis at this point,’ one expert told state lawmakers. King and Spokane are among the counties facing sharp increases.

About twice a week, John Simpson sets out to the tired parts of downtown Olympia with his camera. He hopes his images could put a face to the issue of homelessness.

The Low Income Housing Institute will be converting the Oasis Inn in Tacoma into a mix of permanent housing, shelter units, and medical recovery rooms for unhoused people.