Packed In: How to join the conversation about rent control in Washington
Washington is the only state on the west coast that doesn't have rent caps.
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Washington is the only state on the west coast that doesn't have rent caps.
Neighbors have gotten used to the extra greenspace in their backyard to walk their dogs and find solace from the business of the city.
Spokane city leaders know there's a housing problem. The City Council adopted a Housing Action Plan to find solutions, but changes can't happen overnight.
On average, families are reporting rent hikes of $200 to $300. Some say they've seen even greater jumps.
The report comes from Hire A Helper which looked at more than 200 cities across the country. With more people moving in, long-time families see their dream of home ownership disappearing.
From 2010-2017, the city snagged the top spot for affordable entry level homes. As Spokane grows, homeownership is becoming less attainable for more people.
Developers say converting these offices to housing options would fill the need, but it isn't a simple switch.
Repair costs are higher and more people are moving in-- which means more traffic.
Leaders from the building, energy and heating sector are concerned what a natural gas ban would do people who live in Spokane.
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As the season shifts, the real estate market is also changing. Sales have slowed down, but local prices continue to climb.
The reason for the boom in people moving is the work-from-home movement taking place during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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For the first time in three quarters, investors are buying up more single-family homes, according to a new study from Redfin. They say 1 out of 7 homes goes to investors, but the situation is even worse for lower-priced options.
Landlords have been waiting for rent to come in or for state and federal funding to bail them out. One local landlord says he hasn't gotten that help. Instead, he's stuck with a property his tenants destroyed.
Even with a new moratorium in the works, there's still so much uncertainty surrounding housing options.
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With fewer homes available in Spokane, creating new housing options is essential. Haystack Heights is a new type of neighborhood under construction right now. When finished, it will provide permanent housing for 39 families that are taking neighborhood living to new heights.
The Spokane City Council approved a new version of the Housing Action Plan with strategies to address the city's affordable housing woes.
Mayor Nadine Woodward has declared a housing emergency in Spokane.