23.58A.003

A. Purpose. The provisions of this Chapter 23.58A that relate to affordable housing are intended to implement affordable housing incentives authorized by RCW 36.70A.540, as amended. B. State law controlling. In case of any irreconcilable conflict with the terms of this Chapter 23.58A related to an affordable housing incentive, the provisions of RCW 36.70A.540, as amended, shall supersede and control. C. Findings 1. Pursuant to the authority of RCW 36.70A.540, the City finds that higher income levels consistent with Section 23.58A.004 's definition of "income-eligible households," rather than the income levels stated for rental housing units and owner occupancy housing units in RCW 36.70A.540, are needed to address local housing market conditions. 2. The "general area of the development for which a bonus or incentive is provided" under RCW 36.70A.540 is deemed to be the Seattle city limits for all development within the Seattle city limits. (Ord. 126855 , § 41, 2023; Ord. 124172, § 49, 2013.)