Seattle interim growth plan amendments include key concepts compromise Public hearing May 19th

On May 19, 2025, the Seattle City Council's Select Committee on the Comprehensive Plan will hold a public hearing on an interim growth plan that seeks to implement HB 1110. This legislation requires cities to permit middle housing, which includes various housing types like duplexes and townhouses, in residential zones. The proposed regulations would mandate at least four housing units per lot, with increased densities near major transit stops. Representative Joy Hollingsworth has introduced an amendment that includes key concepts for consideration in the final legislation, reflecting community feedback. Neighborhood groups are actively opposing the growth plan, with some taking legal action against the city.

The interim proposal is critical for shaping the comprehensive plan and future neighborhood updates. The committee's decisions will have lasting impacts on housing availability and urban development in Seattle. The public hearing is a key step in addressing local concerns and finalizing the growth strategy.