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A controversial proposal in Olympia that requires cities to change their zoning laws to allow more duplexes or quadplexes may be dead this session but has opened the door to a fierce debate. Supporters say permitting more density near transit stops will relieve a statewide housing shortage and end discriminatory zoning. Critics say a one-size-fits-all approach to so-called "missing middle housing" misses the mark. We hear from both sides.
Guests:
Hugo Garcia, Burien resident
Rep. Jessica Bateman, WA State (D-22nd)
Carl Schroeder, Association of Washington Cities
Rep. Michelle Caldier, WA State (R-30th)
Mayor Mason Thompson, City of Bothell
Mayor Nancy Backus, City of Auburn
By Seattle ChannelA controversial proposal in Olympia that requires cities to change their zoning laws to allow more duplexes or quadplexes may be dead this session but has opened the door to a fierce debate. Supporters say permitting more density near transit stops will relieve a statewide housing shortage and end discriminatory zoning. Critics say a one-size-fits-all approach to so-called "missing middle housing" misses the mark. We hear from both sides.
Guests:
Hugo Garcia, Burien resident
Rep. Jessica Bateman, WA State (D-22nd)
Carl Schroeder, Association of Washington Cities
Rep. Michelle Caldier, WA State (R-30th)
Mayor Mason Thompson, City of Bothell
Mayor Nancy Backus, City of Auburn