Brilliant Cartoon Explains Price
When it comes to housing in Seattle, the big issue is price. Over and over we hear that the price of an apartment, what we usually refer to as rent, is increasing year over year. The rise in rents have varied over time, and as I have pointed out, rents change over time. I’ve also pointed […]
Rent Control on Blabbermouth
I was happy to wade into a debate about rent control on The Stranger’s Blabbermouth podcast last week. There aren’t many voices, including on the City Council (with the exception of Councilmember Bagshaw who attended a twist and shout meeting about rent control last week but wasn’t allowed to say anything), standing up to challenge the […]
DADUs and Rent Control at City Hall Today
Two big housing events today at City Hall should generate some interest and attention. First at noon is a Lunch and Learn session in Council Chambers on Detatched Accessory Dwelling Units. We helped recruit the panel from Oregon where lots of backyard cottages are getting built. Later, at 6, downstairs at the Bertha Knight […]
