Seattle Evaluates Possible Annexations Of North Highline And Duwamish “Sliver”
The City of Seattle is evaluating two proposed annexations near the southwest city limits that collectively could add more than 17,600 residents and 2,265-acres of...
Vital Growth Management Bills Move to the Senate
Washington Can't Wait Week of Action is March 15th-19th.
It’s the third quarter of the Washington Legislative session. The body’s major (self-imposed) hurdle has been...
Federal Way Is Planning a Transit-Oriented District
Federal Way is working through the initial stages of a subarea planning process in the southern portion of the city. The "City South"...
A new parklet for the U District, fundraising begins
Freshly painted parklet goodness, that's what we spotted a few weeks ago. We got curious about these alien markings in the street and decided...
Bainbridge Island Struggles to Update Growth Plan, Months Behind State Deadline
Without "bold action," Bainbridge Island was on track to be two years late in adopting an updated long-term growth plan, according to the city's new consultant. But with little consensus around a path forward and two new councilmembers taking office, a change in strategy may not be enough.
Transportation Impact Fees Chugging Ahead with Lame Duck Council
The Seattle City Council is set to take a major step toward implementing a transportation impact fee program, following a public hearing on the...
Bellevue Unveils Bold Growth Strategy for 152,000 Additional Homes
Through a mix of highrise, midrise, and missing middle housing, Bellevue's new comprehensive plan would provide capacity for an extra 152,000 homes and 185,000 jobs, potentially allowing the city's population to more than double over the next 20 years.
Op-Ed: Off-Base Form-Based Codes Could Be Headed to Seattle
Right now, the city of Seattle is at a crossroads. As a robust job market, the city has never had a housing plan that...