WA HB2480

Cities and counties with populations of 30,000 or more that plan under the Growth Management Act are prohibited from excluding residential uses in commercial or mixed-use zones

Local jurisdictions cannot require ground floor commercial, mixed use, conditional use permits, or special design requirements as conditions for permitting residential housing in commercial zones

Exemptions apply to industrial zones, locations within 3,200 feet of oil/gas refineries, designated historic landmarks, areas outside urban growth boundaries, waterfront lots with shoreline restrictions, and most critical areas

Requirements automatically take effect and preempt conflicting local regulations one year after the effective date for jurisdictions that have not adopted compliant ordinances

Sponsored by Representatives Street and Ramel for the 2026 Regular Session