# The Washington State Legislature approved a 7% to 10% cap on rent hikes Sunday, after the proposal faced a rollercoaster of obstacles over the course of the 105-day session.| The Urbanist » Advocacy journalism for better cities.
# The Washington State Legislature should pass HB 1217 to stabilize rents statewide. This is an important moment for housing supply advocates to show up in support of more stability for tenants.| The Urbanist - Examining urban policy to improve cities and quality of life.
# On top of recommending a focus on building homes near transit, the new report also supports a number of proposals in front of the legislature to reduce housing costs, including parking reform and rent stabilization.| The Urbanist » Advocacy journalism for better cities.
# The rent stabilization bill that the Washington State House approved this week scaled back other protections for renters, including a cap on move-in fees and late fees. The bill now heads to the Senate.| The Urbanist - Examining urban policy to improve cities and quality of life.
# House Bill 1491 would require cities to increase development capacity around train stations and bus rapid transit stops. But a contentious affordability requirement for that new development could be a sticking point.| The Urbanist - Examining urban policy to improve cities and quality of life.