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WA HB1700
Bill
Status
1/29/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mike Volz
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AI Summary
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Extends the deadline for comprehensive plan and development regulation updates from June 30, 2026 to December 31, 2026 for Benton, Chelan, Cowlitz, Douglas, Franklin, Kittitas, Skamania, Spokane, Walla Walla, and Yakima counties and their cities
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Addresses a shortage of qualified planners that has made it difficult for local governments to complete required comprehensive plan updates on time
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Amends RCW 36.70A.130, which governs the periodic review and revision requirements under Washington's Growth Management Act
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Maintains the existing 10-year review cycle following the extended deadline, with the next revision due June 30, 2036 for affected jurisdictions
Legislative Description
Concerning the timing of updates for comprehensive plans and development regulations.
Last Action
House Rules "X" file.
1/12/2026