POLICY WORK

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Redmond Pioneer Provision & Inclusionary Requirement Comments

EMPG responds to modeling assumptions and pioneer project provisions in proposed housing plan.

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Bellevue’s PHase 1 Housing Report Comments

PLUSH / EMPG provides feedback to the planning commission on recently completed Phase 1 housing study by Community Attributes.

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Redmond Inclusionary Requirements COMMENTS

EMPG reiterates our concerns to the 12.5% at 50% inclusionary requirements that the city is proposing for the Overlake subarea.

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Redmond Planning Commission LETTER

Letter expresses appreciation for Redmond’s efforts on affordable housing but raises concerns about proposed parking, AMI thresholds, and phased inclusionary requirements.

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EMPG / PLUSH Advocacy Effort Update

Advocacy update on PLUSH / EMPG housing and construction issues- September 2023.

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Feedback to Redmond housing model

EMPG provides specific feedback to the Community Attributes housing model commissioned by the City of Redmond.

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Bellevue City Council DEIS Comment Letter

Encouraging diverse scenarios in the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for Bellevue Comprehensive Plan update, emphasizing Wilburton, affordable housing, Bel-Red, neighborhood centers, and office area flexibility.

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Redmond 2050 housing element letter

EMPG voices concerns about Redmond’s inclusionary housing policies, advocating for affordability, criticizing hindrances to development, and emphasizing collaboration with decision-makers.

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Kirkland Planning Commission Housing Letter

A consortium of developers urges Kirkland Planning Commission to maintain the 10% mandatory requirement at 50% area median income to support housing production and consider changes through the Comprehensive Plan process.

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Kirkland 85th Station Area Plan Presentation

Slide deck presented to Kirkland city staff and elected officials on Station Area Plan.