I have no doubt that what everyone reading this wants to do is get involved in a lengthy policy process and discussion in and about Olympia.  OK, just kidding, but if you do have such a desire, … more

The Thurston Regional Housing Council has approved a set of Affordable Housing Capital Pipeline projects based on the county's Affordable Housing Advisory Board recommendations. more

The Thurston Board of County Commissioners approved more than a million-dollar funding recommendation from the Regional Housing Council for acquiring and preserving the Courtside Apartments for Vital … more

Olympia City planner Casey Schaufler unveiled a new housing element for the city's comprehensive plan update, which tackles affordability issues and historical racial disparities in housing. At Monday's Olympia Planning Commission meeting, Schaufler outlined strategies to implement House Bill 1220, requiring cities to plan and accommodate housing for all economic segments. more

For the sixth year in a row, the 2024 Summer Outreach Event brought together more than 60 agencies representing behavioral health, primary care and family support agencies to housing programs, … more

If you have purchased a home recently in Thurston County, you probably know the median housing price is about $525,000. If you recently purchased an affordable home, you probably bought one somewhere … more

Olympia's RV parking and homelessness policies came under scrutiny on Tuesday after the city council heard testimony from a mother whose son was murdered by occupants of a long-term parked RV.  … more

The Olympia City Council approved the Capital Mall T riangle subarea plan on Tuesday, with amendments on affordable housing incentives and economic development options.    The Capital … more

On Wednesday, July 3, a local property owner asked Olympia's Site Plan Review Committee to review options for subdividing a .6-acre lot to add two single-family residences behind an existing house at … more

The Thurston Regional Housing Council has implemented the Affordable Housing Capital Pipeline, which is a docket of affordable housing projects planned to be funded on a three-year schedule.  … more

Olympia has started working to update its zoning code and housing ordinances to comply with new state laws regarding middle housing. At Thursday's Land Use and Environment Committee meeting, … more

Representatives from local nonprofits South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity and Homes First brought concerns over barriers they face when developing new affordable housing in Olympia, claiming that … more

A proposed housing development in Tumwater renewed negative commentaries regarding the state’s multifamily tax exemption program. The proposed housing development will be the Rookery … more

Lacey is making strides in updating its Middle Housing Initiative, following new state legislative requirements.    The city aims to adopt a Middle Housing ordinance within six months … more

The Olympia City Council passed a new ordinance in April, offering enhanced protections for renters.    Effective May 21, 2024, this ordinance introduces changes aimed at improving the … more

On May 28, 2024, Washington state’s largest utility Puget Sound Energy (PSE) announced a new plan to disconnect residential customers who have past-due gas and electricity bills, as stated in a … more

The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee received a project proposal for a multifamily development at 3909 9th Avenue SW. On May 22, the committee reviewed the proposed development called … more

An Olympia resident aired concerns about preemptive rent increases in the city, alleging that her landlord appeared to circumvent the new rental protection laws. During the public comment … more

The Thurston Regional Housing Council approved over $20 million in funding recommendations for homeless services and affordable housing projects at its meeting last Wednesday, May 8. The … more

The Tumwater City Council has decided to wait for the US Supreme Court’s decision on the Grants Pass case before resuming discussions about an ordinance that would suspend the prohibition of … more