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Wednesday, September 2, 2026

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WA · HB2517CMTE · 16 COSPONSORS

Providing for enhanced municipal permitting tools for high capacity transit projects.

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This bill allows regional transit authorities to apply for permits for their projects before they own the land or before local governments make final decisions on land use. It also permits these authorities to build rail systems that may exceed local height and setback rules if necessary. Additionally, the bill clarifies that local governments can enter into development agreements with transit authorities that may differ from standard regulations to accommodate transit projects.

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