10 Housing Bills in Washington Signed by Governor Ferguson
Overview
The 2025 legislative session in Washington has ended. Washington state legislators have passed these 10 bills aimed at addressing the housing affordability and inventory crisis. These housing bills in Washington tackle issues such as rent increases, property taxes, and housing regulations. Governor Bob Ferguson has highlighted the bipartisan nature of these measures and the need for balanced solutions.
Key Bills and Provisions
Rent Cap Bill (H.B. 1217)
- The provision caps rent increases at 10% plus the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and expires after 15 years.
- Introduces a permanent 5% annual rent cap for tenants residing in manufactured homes.
- Supporters argue this will curb unsustainable rent hikes, while critics fear it could discourage housing supply and new construction.
Property Tax Relief for Veterans (H.B. 1106)
- Reduces eligibility requirements for veterans to qualify for property tax relief.
- Starting in 2027, the required disability rating will phase down from 80% to 40%.
Housing Development Streamlining (S.B. 5184)
- Restricts parking requirements for residential developments to no more than half a parking space per residential dwelling unit and a maximum of one parking space per single-family home.
Additional Housing Bills
- Condominium Development: Simplifies regulations to promote condo construction and addresses insurance-related challenges.
- Commercial-to-Residential Conversions: Requires local governments to support these projects. Exempts projects from certain state environmental regulations.
- Manufactured Housing Community Sales: Owners must notify state and local authorities before selling these properties.
- Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) This legislation expands property tax exemptions to include both Pierce and Snohomish Counties.
- Housing permits: Reduces the timelines for permitting processes, which accelerates project approvals.
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