Don't miss out on King County Affordable Housing Week! This weeklong series, May 18-22, works to highlight the role affordable housing plays in stabilizing our communities, and features 11 (and counting) events—trainings, networking, advocacy opportunities, building tours, and more! bit.ly/AHW2026

Opportunity is being built in White Center. With a $6 million investment from Commerce, the Canopy Apartments project brings 76 new affordable homes to individuals and families, alongside access to healthcare, nutrition, and mentorship. Read the story: www.commerce.wa.gov/white-center...

Time is running out to register for the Sustainability Innovations Summit! Don't miss this important chance to explore new construction and retrofitting opportunities, and hear what market-leaders see on the horizon for sustainability opportunities for affordable housing. bit.ly/4tiWSR9

King County Affordable Housing Week 2026 is just over one month away! This weeklong education and advocacy series highlights the role affordable housing plays in stabilizing our communities, and features an exciting lineup of events—from workshops to building tours! Register today: bit.ly/AHW2026

NEW STORY// Wilson, Housing Advocates Rally for Bolder Seattle Growth Plan By Doug Trumm via @theurbanist.org

Yesterday’s rally for Phase Two of Seattle’s Comp Plan was a HUGE success! Thank you to Mayor Wilson, our fabulous speakers, and to all of you showing up in support of more housing in Seattle. Check out www.completecommunitiescoalition.org/ to learn more and sign up for events!

Next up: Seattle Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck pointed out that for Seattle to be a sanctuary for oppressed people, it needs enough housing at affordable rents.

Next up: disability rights advocate Cecilia Black is speaking to how crucial affordable midrise housing is to meeting the needs of disabled residents. At smaller scale, housing typically doesn't have elevators and is too expensive.

Colleen Echohawk, who ran for mayor in 2021 earning The Urbanist endorsement, is also speaking in favor of a bold growth plan. She now leads Community Roots Housing, one of the largest nonprofit developers in Seattle.

Housing advocates are holding a rally on the steps of Seattle City Hall urging the City to zone for more housing.🧵

Mayor Katie Wilson is speaking at the pro-housing rally before Seattle City Council's public hearing on Phase 2 of the City's growth plan later this afternoon.

The rally has kicked off with remarks by @mayorofseattle.bsky.social! In or around downtown today? Swing by City Hall from 2 PM until at least 5:30 PM and sign up to testify in-person for strengthening this next phase of the Seattle Comp Plan!

Survey deadline extended to April 3! 🗣️ West Seattle & Delridge neighbors! We're planning for growth and livability around future light rail stations and we want to hear from you. Let us know what your neighborhood priorities and ideas are by taking our survey. survey.alchemer.com/s3/8694303/f...

We need to go taller, denser, and faster. That's why we're taking bold steps to meet the scale of our housing crisis by combining and accelerating the next phases of Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan.

Join us 4/6 at Seattle City Hall for a public hearing and rally for the next stage of the Comp Plan! Speakers include @mayorofseattle.bsky.social, @councilmember-amr.bsky.social, Colleen Echohawk, and Cecelia Black. Show up and ask the Council to boldly address our housing crisis: bit.ly/4ma0O3Z

We are making real progress at a moment that demands more of us than ever before. In our 2025 Annual Report, you'll find highlighted the previous year's collective victories and success stories from every corner of the sector—and why the urgency and scale of our work have never been greater.

Taller, denser, faster. I was excited to announce at @housingconsortium.org's annual event yesterday that we're going to combine and accelerate Phases 3 and 4 of Seattle's comprehensive plan to achieve more housing near transit and in and around our growth centers.

We have an open seat on our Board! The person & their organization should have a track record of creating housing for marginalized communities. Applications due April 14th! Please help spread word! Help build social housing ! Apply using the QR code or link: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/gPDmCE9tfb 12m

NEW STORY// Zahilay Touts Idea of King County Housing Levy By Doug Trumm via @theurbanist.org

Our sincere thanks to @girmayzahilay.bsky.social and @mayorofseattle.bsky.social for joining us today at our Annual Celebration. Thank you both for being part of this work and for joining with us in building the future our region needs.

At the Housing Development Consortium's annual event, Mayor Katie Wilson just announced that the city will "revisit the original phases three and four" of the comprehensive plan "to be far more aggressive with our timeline and scope."

Today, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced an exploratory committee to run a countywide housing levy to boost affordable housing and shelter production. At the Housing Development Consortium luncheon, he pledged to work with them to craft the package.

Thanks to @ltgovdennyheck.bsky.social, Rep. Strom Peterson, Sen. Alvarado, @jessdbateman.bsky.social, and more for your leadership on housing! And shoutout to our friends at Plymouth Housing, WLIHA, @housingjustice.bsky.social, @housingconsortium.org and so many others for your housing advocacy 💪

We need your help mobilizing around the Comp Plan! Join HON and @futurewise.wa for a training on our Comp Plan, & why it matters so much for social housing! No experience necessary, all are welcome. Sign up today! Register at: www.bit.ly/CompPlan2026

Live, work, or visit the Eastside? Join the Eastside Housing Equity Coalition and community members on 3/26 over a meal to learn about affordable housing, share your experiences, and discuss how to get involved in shaping public decision-making on the Eastside! RSVP today: bit.ly/4rGNXr6

It's tonight! Clear your calendar-- it's not too late to RSVP and join the Futurewise team and friends for a drink and celebration!

Join HDC, @futurewise.bsky.social, and the rest of the Complete Communities Coalition, alongside @sharethecities.bsky.social, on 3/18 at Hellbent Brewery to hear updates on Seattle's Comp Plan! Grab a drink, cheers your neighbors, and come celebrate with us! We hope to see you there: bit.ly/4dm0xbN

Join us virtually on 4/7 for the unveiling of our new Decarbonization Readiness Guide, designed to help affordable housing operators align asset management planning with current regulatory requirements and resources. Learn more and register today for this informative lunch hour: bit.ly/414Armi

The Futurewise team is ready to celebrate a successful session! We’re joining up with the monthly happy hour with the Complete Communities Coalition and @sharethecities.bsky.social - next Wednesday, 3/18 at Hellbent Brewing! futurewise.salsalabs.org/MarchCCCHapp...

We need your feedback on housing in Washington. Commerce opened a survey to gather input to help shape recommendations for a potential state Department of Housing. The anonymous survey is open to anyone who is interested. Take the survey by April 26: www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026StateD...

This morning's concurrence votes included HB 2266, for more STEP housing! It was voted out clean, and is officially on it's way to @governorferguson.bsky.social for signature 👏

HB 2304 is key to unlocking stacked flats as an attainable middle housing homeownership option across Washington State. We're so grateful to Representative Taylor for leading this charge and to everyone who signed in pro and testified in support! #WaLeg

We're under one month away from HDC's biggest event of the year! Join us on 3/31 for our Annual Celebration—you'll hear from @girmayzahilay.bsky.social & @mayorofseattle.bsky.social, highlighting the power of regional leadership & partnership in advancing housing solutions! bit.ly/18thAnnualCe...

Another WA first for housing: SB 6026 just passed the House 69 - 27! Other states have passed bills to allow housing in commercial zones, but WA took it a step further by limiting the amount of ground floor commerical cities can require. Thank you Sen. Alvarado and @davina425.bsky.social!!

Yes! HB 2266 passed the Senate earlier this evening - great news for the siting of critical housing and shelter in communities across our state. Read more on our blog: www.wliha.org/blog/house-b...

The #WaLeg session finish line is nearly in sight, but there's still work to be done! Please join us in reaching out to our legislators and asking them to support key priorities for housing affordability and stability in Washington State: bit.ly/3ODQo02

HDC’s sustainability work is growing! We are pleased to announce the launch of our newest newsletter, bringing you newly released opportunities directly related to our sector’s work in going beyond code to exemplary green buildings. Learn more and sign up today! bit.ly/HDC-SBI

Support affordable housing funding! #WaLeg The Housing Trust Fund has hearings tomorrow before *both* the House Committee on Capital Budget and the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. Tell our legislators to meet the needs of affordable housing throughout Washington! bit.ly/4cEmxyc

After passing the Senate, OMS Funding Flexibility has moved on to the House Committee on Finance! #WaLeg Sign in PRO before 2/26 and support important additional flexibility for using local affordable housing funds for operations, maintenance, and services. bit.ly/4l6dhFD

Interested in enhancements to sustainability opportunities for affordable housing? Join HDC on 4/23 for the Sustainability Innovations Summit—an exciting in-person event to explore new equipment, examine construction & retrofitting opportunities, & hear insights from market leaders! bit.ly/4qYrk1Y

We’re excited to share our 2025 Community Report! This year, we opened 721 affordable rentals, helped 52 households buy homes, and improved 1,400+ homes. Read the full report to learn more about the people and programs shaping our work: www.seattle.gov/documents/De...

We are under two months away from HDC's biggest event of the year! Make sure to join us for our 18th Annual Celebration, taking place 3/31 in Seattle! We are so excited to be joined this year by @girmayzahilay.bsky.social and @mayorofseattle.bsky.social. Register today! bit.ly/18thAnnualCe...

The #WaLeg house of origin cutoff is just one week away, and we need your help to keep some of our bills moving forward! Take a few minutes to put your voice on the record for affordable housing and these key legislative priorities. bit.ly/LegTracker

We are glad to see this important step forward for the Comprehensive Plan, and we look forward to collaborating on amendments to the proposal.

HB 1974/SB 6214, Coordinated Land Banking, is up for another public hearing *tomorrow* at 8 AM! Sign in PRO for this important bill and help turn vacant, abandoned, underutilized, and deteriorated land into future sites for affordable rental and for-sale homes. bit.ly/4arQX5g #WaLeg

Want more housing in Washington? HB 1974/SB 6214 helps turn vacant, abandoned, underutilized, and deteriorated land into future sites for affordable rental and for-sale homes. Take just a minute and sign in PRO before Friday to put your voice on the record in support! bit.ly/4q4sO9u #WaLeg

The Seattle area produced the most affordable housing in the nation, with more than 24,000 new income-restricted apartments over the last decade. New revenue streams helped the region get there, but more affordable housing is still needed. Story: www.theurbanist.org/2026/01/28/s...

HDC's Executive Director, Patience Malaba, joined this thoughtful and important panel conversation on Seattle's affordable housing needs. Make sure to check it out!

Seattle has affordable housing sitting empty while homelessness continues to rise. Why is that happening? City Inside/Out host @callananseattle.bsky.social looks at the disconnect & what leaders say needs to change: youtu.be/G_o2lKFGydg

Got a spare minute? HB 2304, which reforms condo liability laws to unlock stacked flats as attainable homeownership options, has a public hearing tomorrow at 10:30 AM! Sign in PRO before then and help remove barriers to the development of more attainable homeownership options! bit.ly/4qCartP #WaLeg