Zoning issues further delay Burien’s tiny home village project [Video]

BURIEN, Wash. – A recent decision by the Burien City Council regarding zoning regulations has sparked controversy over the fate of a proposed tiny home project, aimed at aiding individuals experiencing homelessness.

Originally intended to accommodate up to 60 people, the project, which secured $1 million in funding from King County, now faces uncertainty after the council voted to limit the size of land allowed to house the project.

Various stakeholders, including neighbors, business owners, and city leaders, have expressed diverging opinions on the matter. While some view the establishment of a tiny home village as a positive step forward in addressing homelessness, others remain skeptical about its efficacy.

The proposed site, currently empty and flat, has been identified by homeless advocates as an ideal location for the project. However, zoning regulations prohibiting transitional housing in residential areas have presented obstacles. Despite ongoing efforts by the city council to amend these regulations, recent developments during a special meeting have raised further …