Land Use & Zoning
Washington's 'Middle Housing' legislation (HB 1110) passed in 2023 requires cities above a certain population to:
AAllow only single-family housing in residential zones
BAllow at least two units per lot in areas previously restricted to single-family only✓ Correct
CRezone all residential areas to commercial
DCreate high-rise zones in all areas
Explanation
Washington's Middle Housing bill (HB 1110, 2023) requires larger cities to allow at least two dwelling units per lot in most residential areas, and up to six units near transit corridors, significantly reforming single-family zoning to increase housing supply.
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