NEWS & BLOG

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  • June Builders Bulletin

    Posted on Jun 26, 2025 in:
    • Builders Bulletin
    Builder confidence continues to falter, with the national Housing Market Index (HMI) falling to 32, a 29% drop year over year.
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  • May Builders Bulletin

    Posted on May 23, 2025 in:
    • Builders Bulletin
    New permit data show a 33% decline in permits in the Seattle metro area in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year.
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  • Lot Splitting is Now Law in Washington—A Win for Housing, Homeowners, and Affordability

    Posted on May 21, 2025 in:
    • Builders Bulletin
    Governor Bob Ferguson has signed HB 1096 into law, legalizing residential lot splitting across the state. After three years of advocacy, this landmark reform creates a straightforward, administrative process for homeowners and homebuilders to divide a single lot into two.
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  • April Builders Bulletin

    Posted on Apr 29, 2025 in:
    • Builders Bulletin
    Housing inventory in King and Snohomish counties has improved slightly but remains below healthy market levels, with King County at 1.9 months' supply and Snohomish County at 1.4.
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  • Middle Housing Forum Offers Key Insights on State Law Changes

    Posted on Mar 27, 2025 in:
    • Builders
    MBAKS recently hosted a Middle Housing Forum focused on helping members navigate state law changes related to HB 1110 and HB 1337 implementation. The well-attended event featured expert panelists who emphasized the importance of keeping local code updates simple and flexible to effectively increase housing choices across King and Snohomish counties.
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