The Washington state department of commerce (commerce) received a notice of intent on June 23, 2025, from the City of Olympia, consistent with the Growth Management Act requirements within RCW 36.70A.096(2) for commerce approval of their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction subelement. The City of Olympia may apply for approval of its GHG emissions reduction subelement no sooner than 120 days from the receipt of the notice of intent per RCW 36.70A.096(2).

Further questions and/or comments can be directed to Kathleen Weinand at 564-669-8724 or kathleen.weinand@commerce.wa.gov. For more information about the approval process for the GHG emissions reduction subelement, please see RCW [36].70A.096.