The Urbanist Announces June Housing Forum and July Fundraiser
The Urbanist is hosting a candidate forum on housing policy and a summer fundraiser event, bringing together candidates and supporters to discuss…
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Navigating Seattle’s Independent Bookstore Day by Public Transit
An urbanist reflects on the challenges and triumphs of completing a city-wide bookstore challenge using only public transportation, highlighting transit accessibility and…
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Seattle Debates Deep Cuts to Housing Affordability Fees Amidst Development Slowdown
A proposal to drastically reduce fees that fund affordable housing in Seattle is facing strong opposition, as advocates argue it could cripple…
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Seattle’s Housing Growth Plan Faces Criticism Over Environmental Impact Claims
An opinion piece in The Urbanist argues that opposition to Seattle's Comprehensive Plan wrongly blames new housing for environmental threats, diverting attention…
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Seattle City Council Moves to Streamline Zoning Appeals
Land Use Committee Chair Eddie Lin proposes changes to Seattle's land use appeals process to align with state law and accelerate housing…
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Seattle Advances Zoning Package to Encourage Towers, Mass Timber, and Passive House Construction
A package of targeted zoning changes, the Housing Opportunities Program (HOP), is moving through Seattle City Council, aiming to stimulate the construction…
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Seattle Considers Data Centre Moratorium Amidst Public Opposition
The Seattle City Council is debating a one-year moratorium on new data centres, driven by significant public concern over their environmental impact…
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Seattle Councilmember Proposes Shifting Funds from Downtown Tunnel to Ballard Link
A Seattle councilmember has proposed reallocating funds designated for a second downtown light rail tunnel towards extending the Ballard Link line, ahead…
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Seattle Mayor Expands Beloved Bicycle Weekends on Lake Washington Boulevard
Mayor Katie Wilson has officially launched an expanded schedule for the popular Bicycle Weekends on Lake Washington Boulevard, a move celebrated by…
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Seattle Social Housing Developer Acquires First Building
The Seattle Social Housing Developer (SSHD) has secured its first property, a 150-unit apartment complex near Pike Place Market, marking a significant…
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