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Washington's Homelessness Surges: Tiny Homes to the Rescue
8/13/2025
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- In 2024, Washington faced a staggering 12.5% rise in homelessness, ranking third in the nation. In response, King County is set to invest $6 million in tiny home villages, creating over 100 new units. Meanwhile, Lansing greenlights 50 modular housing units, while Peoria struggles with site selection for its tiny home initiative. El Paso County's Salvation Army is forced to cut family shelter beds despite soaring demand.
