In July 2023, the unemployment rate in Washington stood at a healthy 3.6%, while the Seattle/Bellevue/Everett metropolitan area boasted an even lower rate of 3.1%. Notably, the construction sector in the state experienced growth over the past year, adding 4,500 jobs between July 2022 and July 2023. With a total statewide construction employment of 240,900, these figures reflect a positive trend in Washington's labor market and its continued commitment to economic development.

BIAW has developed a fantastic landing page for our efforts at the state and local level for impact fees.

The Federal Way City Council has approved an extension of MFTE eligibility, allowing MFTE applications to be submitted for projects up until certificates of occupancy are issued.

The City of Snohomish Planning Commission met on September 6 to discuss potential comprehensive plan amendments for housing.

Snohomish County released online its 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update growth alternatives this week and made a general presentation to our DBIC group.