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This month: Permit-ready plans, CHIP grants, accelerating housing production, MFTE adoption
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JULY 15, 2026
Planners' Monthly Newsletter
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July 2026: Permit-ready plans, CHIP grants, accelerating housing production, MFTE adoption
Permit-ready plan tools can help shape local programs
We are excited to announce the launch of our new Permit-Ready Plan resources, designed to help local governments streamline housing development through pre-approved home designs.
The new tools include the Permit-Ready Plan Explorer <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fexperience.arcgis.com%2Fexperience%2F7bd92b80246547e29f06f0e4fd32163e%2F/1/0101019f669e2eb1-3e59a
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across Washington, as well as new draft guidance to assist jurisdictions considering a new or expanded permit-ready plan program. We hope you will explore these new resources and share
your feedback <mailto:Lilith.Vespier@commerce.wa.gov?subject=Permit-Ready%20Plan%20Guidance%20Comment> on the draft guidance by July 30.
Read more: New Permit-Ready Plan resources and dashboard now available <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.commerce.wa.gov%2Fnew-permit-ready-plan-resources-and-dashboard-now-availab
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Project kickoff: Washington Accelerator for Residential Production (WARP)
Commerce has launched the Washington Accelerator for Residential Production (WARP), a new project to analyze cost drivers, accelerate timelines and eliminate barriers to boost housing
production statewide.
Geared toward actionable, realistic solutions, WARP will collaborate with housing leaders to design an approach and consider recommendations for legislative and agency actions to improve
the supply of both rental and homeownership units. A preliminary report on this approach is due to the Legislature on Oct. 1, 2026 and a final report complete with recommendations is
due June 30, 2027.
Learn more, sign up for updates or register for meetings on the Commerce project webpage.
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Important steps to finalize the periodic update
We want to offer some important reminders about the steps necessary to finalize the periodic update process, including specific language in your recitals, Commerce notification and timely
publication. We’ve compiled a quick breakdown of the four necessary steps to formally complete your update. Please reach out to your regional planner with any questions.
Read: Critical steps for local governments to finalize the Periodic Update process <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.commerce.wa.gov%2Fcritical-steps-for-local-governments-to-final
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MFTE more widespread than ever
The Multifamily Housing Property Tax Exemption (MFTE) program proved to be an indispensable tool for tackling local housing needs in 2025, according to the program’s annual report published
last month.
Facing a challenging economic landscape of higher interest rates and construction costs, jurisdictions utilized the program to incentivize 8,102 new market-rate and affordable units
across 71 projects—marking the second highest unit total in the program’s history.
Crucially, 2025 signaled a major geographic shift. While roughly half of all historical MFTE units have been built in Seattle, most new units in 2025 were produced outside Seattle and
across a record-breaking 24 jurisdictions.
Utilized in roughly 30% of all new multifamily housing projects statewide over the last two years, the MFTE program continues to support vital development, leveraging the private market
to drive an estimated $2.25 billion in total development value to expanding communities.
Read more: 2025 MFTE Annual Report <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fdeptofcommerce.app.box.com%2Ffile%2F2294502551151%3Fs=zrp8iggk10voh8roj2rl4pi7l7e1qfbl/1/0101019f669e2eb1-3e59a838-
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Public hearing for DOR-led MFTE rulemaking
The Department of Revenue has updated the proposed rule (WAC 458-16-350 <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fdor.wa.gov%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2F2026-06%2F16-350cr2frmdraftJune26.pdf/1
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the MFTE program (RCW 84.14.100 <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fapp.leg.wa.gov%2Frcw%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fcite=84.14.100/1/0101019f669e2eb1-3e59a838-8d7f-45ff-8c52-f9645d9ce115-000000/N
uuNCK4AmInFjRh-6uXy1e2-3Gm-nxPL8MfRIipzMS4=452> ). This draft rule provides relevant information to property owners and facilitates continued compliance.
You can review the proposed rulemaking <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fdor.wa.gov%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2F2026-06%2F16-350cr2frmdraftJune26.pdf/2/0101019f669e2eb1-3e59a838-8d7f-4
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Zoom. If you have questions or feedback on the proposed rule, please contact Leslie Mullin at LeslieMu@dor.wa.gov <mailto:LeslieMu@dor.wa.gov?subject=WAC%20458-16-350%20%20-%20%20(NEW)%20Multifamily
%20property%20tax%20exemption-Audit%20or%20review%20program> .
CHIP: Applications open July 20
Commerce will begin accepting applications for the next round of Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program (CHIP) <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.commerce.wa.gov%2Fgrowth-mana
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will be available.
CHIP is a competitive grant program that helps encourage the creation of affordable housing by reducing or covering the cost of infrastructure associated with development.
July 16 application workshop
An application workshop is scheduled for July 16. The workshop will cover information and instructions applicants will need to successfully apply for CHIP. Jurisdictions interested in
applying for CHIP are encouraged to attend, though attendance is not required to apply.
Register: CHIP application workshop at 2 p.m. July 16 <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwastatecommerce.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2F_4yOozWySC2xtdIfciD2xA%23%2Fregistration/1/010101
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Report on impact fee deferrals by Sept. 25
Commerce is required to collect data on impact fee deferrals for single-family detached and attached home construction. We are asking all jurisdictions that collect impact fees to complete
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Please complete the survey by Sept. 25. If you have any questions, contact Katherine Mitchell at Katherine.Mitchell@commerce.wa.gov <mailto:Katherine.Mitchell@commerce.wa.gov> .
Updated ADU guidance now available
Commerce has updated its accessory dwelling unit guidance to include allowance of rural detached ADUs, consistent with provisions of HB 1345 (Chapter 231, Laws of 2026) <https://links-2.govdelivery.c
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/eL7QGC7UpiGBlcRQMOe9Zp3Wjprk9hYxfLZdSZRlthQ=452> . The update addresses detached ADUs in rural areas and offers guidance on the required standards, code compliance, reporting and inclusion
of ADU data in future comprehensive plan updates.
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Kylie Avery to lead Tribal Climate Resilience program
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We are pleased to welcome Kylie Avery (she/her) as the new Tribal Climate Resilience Program Manager at Commerce.
Kylie will oversee the statewide allocation and disbursement of Climate Commitment Act funds to tribal governments and serve as the agency’s expert on tribal climate resilience topics.
Kylie comes to Commerce after having previously worked as the tribal climate resilience liaison and special project manager at the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians, an intertribal
nonprofit serving member tribes across seven states in the region.
Kylie holds a bachelor’s degree in animal biology with a minor in Native American studies from the University of California, Davis. She earned a certificate in tribal relations from
Portland State University, and a certificate in climate action planning from Gonzaga University.
Kylie is a citizen of the Shawnee Tribe and lives in Kent. She enjoys cooking, crafting, and playing board games with friends and family.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Planners' Forums
Commerce presents the Regional Planners’ Forums <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.commerce.wa.gov%2Fgrowth-management%2Feducation-outreach%2Fplanners-forums%2F/1/0101019f669e2eb1-3
e59a838-8d7f-45ff-8c52-f9645d9ce115-000000/JgRT_Qe1iVsVhhTn5y-HhOMOheTptk1Er-vbrR-Lcxs=452> in partnership with the Planning Association of Washington and Washington Chapter of the
American Planning Association. These forums offer a free opportunity for planners, officials and community members to talk informally about local issues, share ideas and receive updates
from state and federal agencies.
Southwest Planners’ Forum
* 9 a.m. Thursday, July 23
* Topic: Port planning
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Eastern Planners’ Forum
* 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 29
* Topics: Natural resources lands, vernal pools
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FROM OUR PARTNERS
OFM: Washington still growing, but at slower pace
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from the Office of Financial Management.
The state’s total population grew by an estimated 61,200 to 8,176,300 as of April 1, 2026. Net migration was once again the largest driver of population growth, accounting for 72% of
the increase.
Washington still ranks among the fastest-growing states in the nation, but the recent cooldown reflects a broader national trend toward slower population growth.
Read more: April 1 population estimates press release <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fofm.wa.gov%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2Fpublic%2Fdataresearch%2Fpop%2Fapri
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MRSC: Planning legislation simplifies affordable housing development
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The Municipal Research and Services Center recently explored how local governments can use Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and Community Revitalization Financing (CRF) to fund downtown
public improvements, from street maintenance to affordable housing.
Read on to learn about the legal history, how these tools work, and new changes from HB 2451 requiring earlier notice and negotiations with impacted taxing districts.
Read: MRSC - Tax Increment Tools for Downtown Revitalization and Economic Development <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fmrsc.org%2Fstay-informed%2Fmrsc-insight%2Fjune-2026%2Ftax-increm
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WGS: New Research about the Doty Fault in Southwest Washington
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The Washington Geological Survey recently published a new report about the Doty fault zone in southwest Washington. Their research refines the framework of crustal movements in the area.
Read more: New Publication: Geologic and Geophysical Assessment of Tectonic Uplift and Fault Activity in the Doty and Willapa Hills, Southwest Washington <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2
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