Mayor Brown Announces Proposals to Jumpstart New Affordable Housing Development
Mayor Lisa Brown proposed a legislative package to enhance affordable housing development in Spokane, targeting the creation of 22,359 new units by 2046. The initiative includes measures like establishing the Housing Equity and Attainable Residences Trust Fund and a permit fee deferral program for developers. These changes aim to reduce barriers and increase housing availability for low-to-moderate income residents.