Pike Place Market Sales Surge Post-Pedestrianisation Amidst Data Debate
A pedestrian pilot at Seattle's Pike Place Market has coincided with a significant rise in sales, though an advocacy group questions the…
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Seattle Atlas Tool Aims to Demystify Zoning and Foster Housing Debate
An interactive online map, Seattle Atlas, seeks to make complex zoning regulations more accessible to residents, encouraging informed discussions about housing development…
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Supportive Housing Data Shows Success Amidst Funding Concerns
New data from King County highlights the effectiveness of permanent supportive housing in reducing homelessness and involvement with the justice system, even…
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Tacoma Sees 62% Surge in Housing Pipeline Post-Zoning Overhaul
A year after implementing significant zoning changes, Tacoma has experienced a substantial increase in housing permits, indicating a positive response to relaxed…
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Seattle Mayor Pushes for Doubled Bus Funding Amidst Council Debate
Mayor Katie Wilson advocates for a 0.15% sales tax increase to significantly boost King County Metro bus service, facing council discussions on…
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King County Council Candidates Debate Housing and Experience at Urbanist Forum
Progressive candidates for King County Council District 2, Rebecca Saldaña and Toshiko Hasegawa, outlined their visions for housing and development at a…
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Seattle Growth Plan Faces Significant Delays After Court Ruling
A Washington Court of Appeals decision has halted the next phase of Seattle's growth strategy, impacting planned zoning changes for new neighbourhoods…
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Sound Transit Faces Scrutiny Over Shifting Goals for Enterprise Initiative
A key initiative designed to stabilise budgets without project cuts has seen significant delays and scope reductions, raising concerns among advocates about…
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The Urbanist Hosts Summer Fundraiser to Support Urbanism Advocacy
The Urbanist is holding its annual summer endorsement party, a fundraising event to support its work in advocating for urbanist priorities and…
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Seattle Urged to Accelerate Bike Network Progress Amid Funding Concerns
A campaign calls on Seattle city leaders to expedite the construction of key bike projects funded by the "Levy to Keep Seattle…
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