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Weigh in on new heat hazard rules

L&I invites builders to a virtual stakeholder meeting on May 4 to gather input on proposed updates to the state’s…

BIAW launches “Cut the Costs” campaign to bust the myths about housing costs

BIAW has a message for millennials: “It’s time to cut the costs of new homes – and you have the power to…

BIAW’s building code proposals increase flexibility and protect housing affordability

BIAW has proposed two changes to Washington’s Residential Code to increase flexibility and protect housing affordability. With the price of…

April 2022 Building Insight

Welcome to the April 2022 Building Insight! This month, it’s an ROII takeover! View Design Trends for 2022 Shaped by…

News Release: Overwhelming majority of Washington unable to afford new homes

Washingtonians agree policymakers should consider effects of new laws and regulations on home prices OLYMPIA… Nationally home prices have jumped…

Gone in 60 days: BIAW races to keep homes affordable

Much like the car thief played by Nicolas Cage in the 2000 movie, Gone in 60 Seconds, Gov. Inslee and…