Washington State Department of Commerce Press Releases

• Published on March 7, 2024 - 21:58 GMT

  

  Request for Qualifications and Quotes – Auditing income-restricted units in multifamily property tax exemption (MFTE) properties

  The Washington State Department of Commerce has issued a new RFQQ soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to audit income-restricted units in multifamily property tax exemption (MFTE) properties in accordance with RCW 84.14.100(3). The audits …

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• Published on March 7, 2024 - 21:02 GMT

  

  Request for Proposals – Advancing transfer of development rights (TDR) and conservation and local infrastructure programs (LCLIP) ...

  The Washington State Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to provide feasibility assistance and policy guidance for local governments to successfully promote and implement Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) and Land …

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• Published on March 7, 2024 - 00:20 GMT

  

  Industrial Site Readiness Grant Program

  The Industrial Site Readiness grant program is created to boost the state’s portfolio of project-ready sites and accelerate private investment. Any public entity such as county, city, port district, or local tribe that have ideally, but not required, …

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• Published on March 6, 2024 - 22:37 GMT

  

  Commerce helps secure $17.6 million in federal funding for housing assistance

  Funding is through Continuum of Care program, which is part of the Department of Housing and Urban Development OLYMPIA, WA — Washington communities have another $110 million for new and existing housing projects thanks to funding from the Department of …

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• Published on March 6, 2024 - 21:37 GMT

  

  Commerce helps secure $17.6 million in federal funding for housing assistance

  Funding is through Continuum of Care program, which is part of the Department of Housing and Urban Development OLYMPIA, WA — Washington communities have another $110 million for new and existing housing projects thanks to funding from the Department of …

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• Published on March 6, 2024 - 16:11 GMT

  

  Request for Proposals – Washington State Rental Registry Study

  The Washington Department of Commerce is initiating this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit responses from qualified firms interested in studying the scope of work, requirements, and potential costs to implement a statewide Rental Registry in …

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• Published on March 5, 2024 - 17:26 GMT

  

  Commerce invests $30.4 million to add high-quality early learning spaces

  Grants will fund acquisition, renovation, and construction of 42 early learning facilities to serve nearly 2,500 children in 15 counties OLYMPIA, WA — The Washington State Department of Commerce, in partnership with the Department of Children, Youth, and …

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• Published on March 5, 2024 - 17:22 GMT

  

  Commerce invests $30.4 million to add high-quality early learning spaces

  Grants will fund acquisition, renovation, and construction of 42 early learning facilities to serve nearly 2,500 children in 15 counties OLYMPIA, WA — The Washington State Department of Commerce, in partnership with the Department of Children, Youth, and …

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• Published on March 4, 2024 - 20:13 GMT

  

  Multifamily Housing Unit Newsletter – March 2024, Issue #3

  Team spotlight: Contracts Fiscal Every month, we highlight the work of a team within the Multifamily Housing Unit (MHU). This month, we’re proud to spotlight the Contracts Fiscal team: Manager Taylor Burton, Nathan Hayes, Michael Miranda, Leilani Hesser, …

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• Published on March 4, 2024 - 17:43 GMT

  

  Commerce invests $1.2 million in homelessness diversion programs statewide

  Targeted investments address BIPOC and historically marginalized communities, look to reduce inflow, waitlists in homeless crisis response system OLYMPIA, WA — The Washington State Department of Commerce today announced more than $1.2 million in grants to …

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• Published on March 4, 2024 - 17:28 GMT

  

  Commerce invests $1.2 million in homelessness diversion programs statewide

  Targeted investments address BIPOC and historically marginalized communities, look to reduce inflow, waitlists in homeless crisis response system OLYMPIA, WA — The Washington State Department of Commerce today announced more than $1.2 million in grants to …

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• Published on February 29, 2024 - 17:37 GMT

  

  Commerce invests $8.1 million to expand renewable energy use, strengthen Washington’s electric grid

  OLYMPIA, Wash. – The Washington State Department of Commerce today announced 14 grants awarded through the Clean Energy Fund (CEF) that will expand the use of renewable energy in the state’s electrical grid. These projects are for numerous innovative clean …

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• Published on February 29, 2024 - 17:33 GMT

  

  Commerce invests $8.1 million to expand renewable energy use, strengthen Washington’s electric grid

  OLYMPIA, Wash. – The Washington State Department of Commerce today announced 14 grants awarded through the Clean Energy Fund (CEF) that will expand the use of renewable energy in the state’s electrical grid. These projects are for numerous innovative clean …

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• Published on February 26, 2024 - 21:01 GMT

  

  February 2024 Open Funding Opportunities for Electric Vehicles and Charging Equipment

  Home|February 2024 Open Funding Opportunities for Electric Vehicles and Charging Equipment

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• Published on February 22, 2024 - 21:09 GMT

  

  Report: Washington can lead nation in advancing green hydrogen economy, but must move quickly, strategically

  OLYMPIA, WA — Green electrolytic hydrogen and renewable fuels made with hydrogen are expected to play an important role in Washington’s economy as it transforms to eliminate fossil fuels from the energy system, according to a recent report from the …

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• Published on February 22, 2024 - 21:07 GMT

  

  Report: Washington can lead nation in advancing green hydrogen economy, but must move quickly, strategically

  OLYMPIA, WA — Green electrolytic hydrogen and renewable fuels made with hydrogen are expected to play an important role in Washington’s economy as it transforms to eliminate fossil fuels from the energy system, according to a recent report from the …

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• Published on February 22, 2024 - 18:40 GMT

  

  Grant applications now open for clean energy projects that benefit overburdened communities and vulnerable populations

  Commerce is now accepting applications to support the planning, design, and construction of clean energy projects that will improve health, resiliency, and economic outcomes for communities that face inequitable risk from energy burden, pollution, and …

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• Published on February 20, 2024 - 17:03 GMT

  

  Request for Proposals – Facilitating a new grant program for community-based organizations

  The Washington State Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals from firms interested in assisting in the development of a new grant program. The program will aid community-based organizations with participation in local planning and engagement with …

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• Published on February 16, 2024 - 01:15 GMT

  

  Tribal Clean Energy Grants: applications now open for tribes and tribes’ contracted service providers for clean energy projects

  Commerce is now accepting applications to support the planning, design, and construction of clean energy projects that promote tribal sovereignty, advance resiliency, and contribute to Washington’s decarbonization goals. These funds are exclusively …

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• Published on February 16, 2024 - 00:17 GMT

  

  Washington selected to participate in new HUD, HHS Housing and Services Partnership Accelerator program

  OLYMPIA, WA — Washington state was recently selected for technical assistance resources from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Housing and Services Partnership Accelerator ( …

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