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  • Builders Bulletin: Washington Unemployment at 3.6%, Construction Sector Grows by 4,500 Jobs

    Posted on Sep 19, 2023 in:
    • Builders Bulletin
    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.
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  • BIAW Releases Impact Fee Microsite

    Posted on Sep 8, 2023 in:
    • Industry Issues
    • Taxes & Fees
    BIAW has developed a fantastic landing page for our efforts at the state and local level for impact fees.
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  • Federal Way Expands MFTE Program Eligibility

    Posted on Sep 8, 2023 in:
    • Advocacy
    • Industry Issues
    • Housing Affordability
    • Builders Councils
    • RBC
    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.
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  • City of Snohomish Planning Commission Considers Builder Incentives

    Posted on Sep 8, 2023 in:
    • Industry Issues
    • Growth Management
    • DBIC
    • Builders Councils
    • Advocacy
    The City of Snohomish Planning Commission met on September 6 to discuss potential comprehensive plan amendments for housing.
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  • Snohomish County Growth Plan Alternatives Now Available for Your Review

    Posted on Sep 8, 2023 in:
    • Advocacy
    • Growth Management
    • Industry Issues
    Snohomish County released online its 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update growth alternatives this week and made a general presentation to our DBIC group.
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