Kenmore Councils affordable housing mandate would encourage more middle housing
Kenmore City Council plans to implement an Inclusionary Zoning mandate requiring developers to allocate 10% of larger units as affordable housing or pay a fee. This policy aims to promote smaller, more affordable homes in response to the rising costs of new housing, with townhouses selling for around $827,000 and single-family homes exceeding $1 million. A public hearing is scheduled for June 9, with a final vote expected on June 23.