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HB 1337 - H AMD 47

By Representative Barkis

WITHDRAWN 03/02/2023

On page 9, after line 3, insert the following:

"NEW SECTION. Sec. 8. A new section is added to chapter 36.70A RCW to read as follows:

(1) By December 31, 2023, the department must revise its recommendations for encouraging accessory dwelling units to include the provisions of sections 3 and 4 of this act.

(2) During each comprehensive plan review required by RCW 36.70A.130, the department must review local government comprehensive plans and development regulations for compliance with sections 3 and 4 of this act and the department’s recommendations under subsection (1) of this section."

Renumber the remaining sections consecutively and correct any internal references accordingly.

EFFECT: Requires the Department of Commerce (Commerce) to revise its recommendations for encouraging accessory dwelling units (ADU) to include the ADU policies and regulations required under the Act. Requires Commerce to review each local jurisdiction's comprehensive plan update for compliance with the ADU recommendations.

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