Bill would let transit authorities file early permits; local officials urge owner-notice safeguards House Bill 25-17 would allow regional transit authorities to apply early for land use and technical permits and to construct rail guideway facilities that may exceed local development standards where necessary; sponsors said concurrent permitting could reduce uncertainty and save months, while local governments asked for property-owner notice protections.

House Bill 25-17 is set to revolutionize transit project permitting in Washington, potentially saving months of delays while local officials push for crucial owner-notice safeguards.

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