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Sept. 24, 2025
Public invited to review draft guidance on alternative homeownership models
Public comment open through Oct. 24
Commerce released draft guidance designed to help communities regulate and support community land trusts and limited equity housing co-operatives. These optional measures are intended
to support local housing strategies that promote long-term affordability and equity.
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Please contact Hannah Johnston <mailto:hannah.johnston@commerce.wa.gov> with questions about the draft guidance.
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