WA SB5749

Cities and code cities may designate geographic areas with large commercial developments (shopping malls, vacant department stores, vacant grocery stores) as "housing development opportunity zones" through resolution or ordinance

Residential development must be prioritized within these zones, utilizing existing stormwater permits, facilities, services, and infrastructure to reduce costs while staying within original setbacks

Cities may waive impact fees for development within opportunity zones, and zone designations are exempt from the standard 10-year comprehensive plan review requirements under RCW 36.70A.130

Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee must evaluate housing units and affordable housing units created in these zones by September 1, 2043, with potential repeal if affordable housing has not increased

Act expires July 1, 2045