Housing + Cities
Olympia Moves to Further Loosen the Stranglehold of Single-Family Zoning Laws
The city’s new rules to spur missing-middle housing are a good first step, but still retain too many restrictions.
Seattle’s Latest Housing Reform Shows How Environmentalists Are Rethinking Cities
A unanimous city council vote and broad environmentalist support reflect a consensus that compact communities are a crucial climate solution.
In Mid-Density Zones, Portland Has a Choice: Garages or Low Prices?
The city's analysis shows that the need to build parking is catastrophic for housing affordability.
No, Seattle’s Growth Boom Is Not a Tree Apocalypse
Yes, Seattle and Cascadia's other cities can build up and welcome more neighbors while sustaining a robust urban forest.