zoning
Review: Geography, zoning, economy play into the ‘why’ of homelessness
October 5, 2022
John Dunne
Review: Homelessness has stubbornly resisted efforts of cities and nonprofits to find solutions; a new book analyzes the reasons why.
Housing pressures spark new look at inclusionary zoning
January 7, 2022
Lauren Gallup
Inclusionary zoning policies that either incentivize or require developers to include some units in construction projects that qualify as affordable housing are being reexamined as a way to provide much-needed affordable housing in Bellingham.
Election 2021: Addressing homelessness is priority for city, county candidates — and there’s agreement on how to do so
October 14, 2021
Lauren Gallup
Candidates for Bellingham city and Whatcom County councils share concern that there are not enough options for people living unhoused in the area, and incumbents and challengers both say they want to do more to address the housing crisis.