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HB 1299

Concerning minimum parking requirements.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Liz Berry and 9 co-sponsors

Washington bill modifies state parking minimum requirements to reduce development costs and increase housing density in affected jurisdictions.

Public hearing in the House Committee on Local Government at 10:30 AM.
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Bill Summary · HB 1299

Legislative bill overview

HB 1299 addresses minimum parking requirements in Washington state, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the provided information. Based on the bill number and sponsors' profiles, it likely modifies or eliminates mandatory parking minimums for new development projects. This would represent a significant change to local zoning codes that currently require developers to provide a set number of parking spaces per unit or square foot.

Why is this important

Parking requirements substantially increase housing and commercial development costs, contributing to affordability challenges in Washington's growing urban areas. How parking minimums are regulated affects housing density, urban design, transportation patterns, and whether cities can meet climate and affordability goals. This bill could either reduce barriers to development or raise concerns about parking availability and neighborhood impacts.

Potential points of contention

  • Developer costs vs. parking availability: Eliminating minimums reduces construction costs but may decrease parking supply, shifting costs to residents and potentially creating spillover parking in residential neighborhoods
  • Urban vs. rural application: One-size-fits-all state policy may not work for communities with different transit infrastructure and parking needs
  • Local control: Cities may resist state preemption of zoning authority they've exercised for decades; some argue parking decisions should remain local

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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