WA SB5555

Cities planning under the Growth Management Act must allow housing units in ground floor commercial/retail spaces within station areas (near light rail, commuter rail, or bus rapid transit stops) that are not designated as major pedestrian corridors, with cities limited to designating no more than 10% of mixed-use/commercial zones as major pedestrian corridors

Developments may receive expedited approval to deviate from street-level use standards if the requirements would result in fewer housing units being built

Cities and code cities must adopt zoning regulations allowing greater building height and increased density in all commercial and mixed-use zones for developments constructed entirely with mass timber products

Station areas are defined as lots within one-half mile walking distance of light rail or commuter rail stations, or one-quarter mile of designated bus rapid transit stops with permanent infrastructure like elevated platforms or dedicated lanes

Requirements must be incorporated into local development regulations within six months of each city's next periodic comprehensive plan update under RCW 36.70A.130