Growth Management Act Makes A Difference

Washington's 1990 Growth Management Act aims to protect rural areas from sprawl. The Act is making an impact on growth and lifestyle in the state.

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October 8, 2001, 9:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"Seattle accounted for close to half of King County's new housing permits last year, up from just one-fifth in 1997.That statistic was one of several that county officials highlighted yesterday as evidence that, after a lengthy ramp-up, the state's 1990 Growth Management Act is beginning to make a difference in how the region looks and how its people live."

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

Read the full story: Seattle's growth rapidly gaining on King County

Thursday, October 4, 2001 in The Seattle Times

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