WA HB2517

Regional transit authorities may enter development agreements with local governments that vary from standard development regulations to accommodate transit facility construction

Regional transit authorities may apply for land use and construction permits before acquiring the property and before local land use decisions are finalized

Rail fixed guideway systems may exceed local height limits and setback requirements if the transit authority complies with regulations to the extent practicable given operational needs

Building permit applications from regional transit authorities will be evaluated under ordinances in effect when the board selects route alignment and station locations, rather than when the application is submitted

Land divisions caused by agencies with condemnation authority acquiring property for essential public facilities are exempted from subdivision requirements