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EVERETT 2044 <br />COMPREHENSIVE PLAN <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> 6/17/2025 <br />COMPREHENSIVE PLAN <br />HOUSING ELEMENT <br /> Page 56 <br />Middle Housing <br /> <br />Washington State's recent adoption of House Bills 1110 and 1337 allowing for the development of <br />duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, cottage clusters, town house, and a small home on a single lot. This <br />change is intended to create more diverse and affordable housing choices that meet the needs of <br />various households—such as families, seniors, young adults, and essential workers. By offering multiple <br />housing types, communities can better accommodate different budgets and living arrangements, <br />including multi-generational households or those looking to age in place. These “middle housing” <br />options also encourage more walkable neighborhoods and reduce barriers to finding a home that fits <br />both lifestyle and financial needs. <br />Housing and Homelessness <br />Everett is committed to ensuring that every resident, including those experiencing homelessness, has a <br />safe and stable place to call home. The City understands that homelessness is a complex issue that <br />affects individuals and families, and it is taking a comprehensive, community-focused approach to <br />address it. Working closely with local partners, regional agencies, and community organizations, Everett <br />is expanding permanent supportive housing programs that combine long-term, affordable housing with <br />essential services—such as mental health care, substance abuse treatment, and job training—to help <br />people achieve lasting stability. In addition to emergency shelters and transitional housing, these <br />supportive programs are designed to offer a pathway out of homelessness. By integrating housing <br />solutions within our neighborhoods and reducing the stigma often associated with homelessness, <br />Everett is dedicated to building a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.