Middle Housing Project

What type of housing is most desirable to you? Are you a first-time homebuyer having trouble finding a house that’s affordable? Are you looking to downsize and searching for a unit that will meet your needs? We want to hear from you.

Last year the City received a grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce to consider increasing the amount of middle housing in the City. Middle housing is defined as house-scale attached, stacked, or clustered homes such as duplexes, triplexes, four-plexes, townhouses, and accessory dwelling units. It is one piece of the puzzle that could help to relieve the housing crisis in our region because it helps to accommodate a growing population and demand for housing at a wider range of prices.

There are many benefits to having a variety of housing types, such as increased choice and affordability. The City is using this project to better understand what housing types are needed, what it might look like in Snohomish, and where it could be appropriate.

The middle housing project includes a racial equity and anti-displacement analysis, which is a required element of the Comprehensive Plan periodic update. Displacement can happen as redevelopment occurs and is a concern for many types of zoning or regulatory changes.

The City needs your help to understand housing issues in Snohomish. Take the Middle Housing Survey by scanning the QR code, or search “middle housing” on the City website to learn more about the project.

Do you or someone in your family need food assistance?

Do you have a neighbor who is looking for childcare?

Need help with making utility payments?

We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of services in the community and surrounding areas, including housing, childcare, clothing, and more. You can find these resources on the City’s website (https://www.snohomishwa. gov/780/Community-Resources) or by scanning the QR code. For assistance in navigating these resources, please contact the City’s Community Navigator, Velvet Franz at 360-913-4524 or franz@snohomishwa.gov.