Beyond the Front Door with Joe Tovar

The Future of Design Review in Washington: A Legal and Policy Deep Dive

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The Future of Design Review in Washington: A Legal and Policy Deep Dive

Tuesday, April 1st, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM PDT

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Topic: Beyond the Front Door with Joe Tovar Time: Apr 1, 2025 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87315536147?pwd=uoPtv2NX16fWOjx1RB3yRLmz06OqbI.1 Meeting ID: 873 1553 6147 Passcode: 194503

Join us for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of design review in Washington State, featuring Joe Tovar, a leading expert in urban planning and land use policy. This event will explore the constitutional and legal foundations of design review, the implications of HB 1293, and how clear and objective design standards shape development. Key topics include: ✅ The role of objective vs. subjective standards in land use governance ✅ The constitutional basis for aesthetic and design regulations ✅ How RCW 36.70A.630 defines "clear and objective" standards ✅ The impact of recent court cases on local design review processes ✅ Strategies for ensuring predictability, fairness, and due process in permitting This event is a must-attend for planners, architects, policymakers, developers, and community advocates interested in how Washington’s design review standards will impact housing, commercial development, and urban aesthetics.

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