Changes To Chinatown-International District Rezone Proposal Under Consideration
A package of rezones are headed to the Chinatown-International District area in a few short weeks. The rezones promise to unlock Mandatory Housing Affordability (MHA)...
This Thursday: Seattle Design Commission Debates The Convention Center Expansion
The Washington State Convention Center (WSCC) will present an updated public benefits proposal to the Seattle Design Commission this Thursday, May 18th, 9:00 AM, at...
From Parking Crater To Urban Asset: Northgate TOD
Light rail arriving to new neighborhoods brings with it ample opportunity for transit-oriented development (TOD). Anticipation is particularly high ahead of Northgate Station, where King...
Governor Inslee Uses Veto To Encourage Urban Siting Of Schools
Governer Jay Inslee (D-Washington) has taken a stand on siting schools in rural areas. Two weeks ago the Governor issued a partial veto--a power he's...
Notice Of Proposed Sign Use Action: Seattle Updating Design Of Land Use Signs
With a booming economy in Seattle, new development in the city is taking shape at a rapid pace. Scores of large scale development projects...
18-Acre Laurelhurst Parcel Is Ripe For Midrise
Mike Rosenberg reported yesterday on the pending sale of the Talaris campus--18 acres of prime real estate adjacent to Seattle Children's Hospital in Laurelhurst....
Progress Report On Yesler Terrace Redevelopment Highlights Success
The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) recently met with the Seattle City Council to provide a briefing on progress to redevelop Yesler Terrace, the largest...
Visualizing Compatible Density
Density is a controversial subject in virtually all American communities. While some districts and communities are seeking more density to promote economic revitalization and...