Options such as city mandates, building code updates, or ordinances will be explored as tools for transitioning new construction to all-electric.

The commission wanted more time to further analyze the environmental impacts of the change, but was interested in lowering the minimum acreage for a PRD.

Burien no longer requires owner occupancy of the primary residence when leasing or owning an ADU, making ADU leasing or ownership more flexible.

Housing inventory for sale fell between September and October to 1.74 months’ supply in King County and 1.51 months’ supply in Snohomish County.

MBAKS staff testified on issues pertaining to the land use element by applauding the inclusion of multifamily uses in the city’s waterfront residential and expressing concerns on the potential impacts of medium density residential areas switching from “gross” to “net” density.