by amberm | Jun 12, 2023 | Land Use Planning
written by Carmel Gregory, Planner Recently, House Bill 1110 passed the Washington State legislature and was signed into law by the Governor. This bill would allow at least 2 dwelling units on lots in most cities and in some cases 4 or 6 dwelling units. The bill is...
by amberm | May 23, 2023 | Land Use Planning, Short Plat
If you are a landowner in the Pacific Northwest, you may be wondering if you can achieve more value from your land by dividing it into individual parcels. The answer is more complicated than a simple yes or no. If you are interested in short platting your property, it...
by amberm | May 11, 2023 | Residential, Structural Engineering
Walls do a lot of work. They keep the elements out and heat in, and they can be used to section off rooms. Some walls carry more responsibility than others, however, and bear a heavier structural load. When taking on a construction project, it’s important to...
by amberm | Dec 20, 2022 | Civil Engineering
What is a civil engineer and what do they do? A civil engineer is someone who specializes in planning, designing, constructing, supervising, and maintaining both public and private infrastructure projects. These projects can include roads, developments, airports,...
by amberm | Jun 6, 2022 | Structural Engineering
What is a structural engineer and what do they do? Simply put, a structural engineer is a licensed professional engineer who designs structures for safety and structural integrity. Structural engineers are involved in the design of everything from buildings and...
