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Design Review Program Updates

December 1, 2021

For the past year our Design Review team has been hard at work striving towards a more inclusive process for historically underserved communities in Seattle, while at the same time creating automated process to reduce repetitive tasks that drain time and resources. With an eye and ear towards making Design Review meetings more accessible, we are studying the values to hosting the meetings virtually. Through our Racial Equality Toolkit, we have identified numerous key components that elevate the virtual experience for members of our community.

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Proof of Built Green Certification Needed for the Seattle Green Building Standard

December 1, 2021

We’ve been working to identify completed projects that have not provided proof of Built Green 4-Star or better certification that is required when using the Green Building Standard. The incentive applies when a development exceeds a minimum floor area, includes building a second accessory dwelling unit, or when extra floor area or height is pursued.

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Members Sought for Seattle’s Design Review Boards

December 1, 2021

Passionate about design or architecture? Mayor Jenny Durkan is looking for qualified candidates to fill 14 upcoming openings on the City of Seattle’s Design Review Boards. Board members evaluate the design of new buildings based on citywide and neighborhood-specific design guidelines. To be considered for appointment, please send an application, cover letter, and resume by January 3, 2022, to Erika Ikstrums at erika.ikstrums@seattle.gov.

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Energy Code Tips – New & Updated

December 1, 2021

Our new Tip 424, Heat Pump Water Heating for Commercial and Multifamily Buildings, has been posted on the SDCI Tips page. For permit applications filed beginning January 1, 2022, central domestic water heating systems in hotel and multifamily buildings must utilize heat pumps, rather than conventional gas or electric resistance systems. (In December, City Council will consider extending this requirement to include other commercial buildings with substantial water heating loads. That requirement, if approved, would take effect later in 2022.)

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Reminder: It’s Landslide Season! Are You Prepared?

December 1, 2021

Landslide season is here, so the City of Seattle is urging residents to take preventive measures to protect themselves and their property from possible landslides.

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January 1, 2022, Street Use Hourly Rate and Permit Fee Updates

December 1, 2021

January 1, 2022, Street Use Hourly Rate and Permit Fee Updates

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Are You Ready for Snow and Ice? Now’s The Time to Prepare for Winter Storms!

December 1, 2021

Are You Ready for Snow and Ice? Now’s The Time to Prepare for Winter Storms!

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Upcoming Seattle Home Fairs

December 1, 2021

We’ll be hosting our popular Seattle Home Fairs online on Saturday, January 29, 2022, and Sunday , January 30, 2022.

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New Land Use Fees and Payments Report

December 1, 2021

We’ve created a new Seattle Services Portal detailed fees and payments report

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Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program (CHIP) Grants: Apply now through Jan. 7, 2022

December 1, 2021

The Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program (CHIP) is accepting applications for sewer, water, or stormwater improvements and/or waived system development charges for new affordable housing projects now through January 7, 2022

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