LWV of Washington, The Growth Management Act of Washington State

Date Study Completed

8/2006

Name of Submitting League

LWV Washington

Title of Study

The Growth Management Act of Washington State: Successes and Challenges

Summary of Study

The Growth Management Act study includes these topics:

• Specific components of the Act, such as goals, planning requirements, enforcement, and so forth.

• An assessment of how it has worked around the state – successes and challenges.

• Case studies illustrating key issues.

• Current controversies and what is being done about them.

• Comparison with other states.

The report is a guide to the Growth Management Act, what it is and how it works, a retrospective look at some of its history, an examination of some current issues, and a look forward.

League or Contact Email Address

info@lwvwa.org

League or Contact Phone Number

206-622-4908