This graduate research field study delves into the design of land use and municipal policies aimed at fostering the creation of entry-level homeownership opportunities in Bellingham, Washington. Drawing upon recommendations from the Final Report of the Washington Department of Commerce Homeownership Disparities Working Group and the American Planning Association\u27s Planning for Equity Policy Guide, this study prioritizes affordable homeownership. Methodologically, it incorporates insights from a thorough literature review, an analysis of diverse case studies across North America, and guidance from the Incremental Development Alliance. Furthermore, it integrates proposed modifications to Bellingham\u27s municipal code, as advocated by the Kulshan Community Land Trust and the Whatcom Business Advisory Council in 2022. By aligning local policy recommendations with insights gleaned from case studies, the study develops a preliminary draft of proposed policy amendments, which subsequently serve as the basis for stakeholder interviews. Through ongoing engagement and dialogue with stakeholders and community allies, the study culminates in a comprehensive set of local policy adjustments aimed at bolstering the production of entry-level homeownership opportunities through urban infill development in Bellingham, Washington
