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The number of houses for sale dropped in Clark County in February despite seeing a surge after the holidays.

Clark County mulls smaller residential lots

The number of houses for sale dropped in Clark County in February despite seeing a surge after the holidays.

April 9, 2023, 6:00am Business

Across Washington, local governments and agencies are brainstorming ways to diversify the current housing landscape while also tackling the persistent home shortage. One solution that Clark County and other areas are considering is decreasing lot sizes in neighborhoods to allow more homes to be built. Read story

The Department of Commerce says Clark County needs more than 100,000 new affordable housing units.

State: Clark County needs 100,000 more houses, apartments or other units

The Department of Commerce says Clark County needs more than 100,000 new affordable housing units.

April 6, 2023, 6:02am Business

It is no secret that Clark County mirrors the statewide trend of not having enough homes to house everyone. But how many homes will actually be needed to curb the shortage? Read story

A three-story apartment complex is in the works on Vancouver's East Reserve St.

Apartment building planned for Vancouver’s Central Park neighborhood

A three-story apartment complex is in the works on Vancouver's East Reserve St.

April 4, 2023, 6:04am Business

Development plans are being considered for a mid-rise apartment building in Vancouver’s Central Park neighborhood, according to pre-planning documents submitted to the city of Vancouver. Read story

Cascadia and Romano development companies released plans for a large multi-building development to the east of 192nd street and north of state Highway 14.

East Clark County mixed-use development to feature ‘open-air lifestyle’

Cascadia and Romano development companies released plans for a large multi-building development to the east of 192nd street and north of state Highway 14.

April 1, 2023, 6:04am Business Subscriber Exclusive

New plans for a large 12-building development in the Columbia Palisades show an “open-air lifestyle” space with many walkable pathways and underground parking on the 14.5-acre site. Read story

Cars pass by continuing construction on Fourth Plain Community Commons in Vancouver. The mixed-use housing complex has 106 affordable units developed by the Vancouver Housing Authority, using $1.5 million from the city's Affordable Housing Fund.

Washington House budget backs housing

Cars pass by continuing construction on Fourth Plain Community Commons in Vancouver. The mixed-use housing complex has 106 affordable units developed by the Vancouver Housing Authority, using $1.5 million from the city's Affordable Housing Fund.

March 27, 2023, 6:21pm Clark County News

The Washington House of Representatives unveiled its 2023-2025 operating budget on Monday, and tackling the ongoing housing crisis is at the forefront for the next biennium. Read story

Members of the Clark County Council are pictured after new councilors took the oath of office at the Clark County Public Service Center on Jan. 3, 2023. Councilors are Glen Yung, from left, Michelle Belkot, Karen Bowerman, on screen, Gary Medvigy and Sue Marshall.

More homes, more affordability is idea behind Clark County’s proposed housing code changes

Members of the Clark County Council are pictured after new councilors took the oath of office at the Clark County Public Service Center on Jan. 3, 2023. Councilors are Glen Yung, from left, Michelle Belkot, Karen Bowerman, on screen, Gary Medvigy and Sue Marshall.

March 26, 2023, 6:00am Clark County News

Clark County officials are mulling over a new housing code amendment to add more affordable units to specific neighborhoods. Read story

The price of inflation in Clark County

March 19, 2023, 6:05am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Rent. Food. Utilities. Education. Just about everything is getting more expensive in Clark County. Read story

Clark County's first homebuyer down payment program was approved by the Clark County COuncil. The program was established at the request of Clark County Treasurer Alishia Topper, who has been working on the program for two years.

Clark County to help homebuyers with down payment program

Clark County's first homebuyer down payment program was approved by the Clark County COuncil. The program was established at the request of Clark County Treasurer Alishia Topper, who has been working on the program for two years.

March 10, 2023, 6:02am Business

On Tuesday, the Clark County Council approved an agreement with the Washington State Housing Finance Commission to establish the area’s first homebuyer down payment program. Read story

Manufactured home parks were once an affordable option for those on a fixed income but increasing space rents have squeezed many seniors who can afford it the least.

Rent increases hit residents of Woodland mobile home park

Manufactured home parks were once an affordable option for those on a fixed income but increasing space rents have squeezed many seniors who can afford it the least.

March 5, 2023, 6:00am Business

Many people see mobile home ownership as an affordable option, especially seniors gearing up for retirement. However, even though they own their manufactured homes, they rent the land that their homes sit on. There is no legislation to protect mobile home owners from intense rent increases. Read story

Bill to legalize duplexes, fourplexes in Washington advances

February 24, 2023, 7:26pm Newsletter

A bill that would legalize duplexes and fourplexes in most neighborhoods in nearly every Washington city has cleared another committee in the state Legislature. Read story