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Mixed-Use Redevelopment Groundbreaks in Seattle's Mount Baker Neighborhood

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What happened

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Groundbreaking occurred on a 3.8-acre site in Seattle’s Mount Baker neighborhood for a mixed-use redevelopment project. The plan includes approximately 400 affordable apartments, an early-learning campus, and community facilities. The housing component is funded by $170 million from state, city, and private sources, while the campus is funded by $36 million from various contributions.

From kenya-today.com

Why it matters

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The project aims to house over 1,000 residents, with one-third of units reserved for families earning at or below 30% of the area median income. The inclusion of 4,000 square feet of commercial space earmarked for locally owned and BIPOC-owned businesses supports regional economic goals.

From kenya-today.com

Who's involved

  • Walsh ConstructionServing as the builder for the mixed-use redevelopment project.
  • SeattleThe city where the mixed-use redevelopment project is taking place.
  • El Centro de la RazaLeading the housing delivery efforts for the affordable apartments.
  • King CountyProviding county funding contributions and regulatory oversight for the project.
  • King County CouncilDirectly involved in the financial allocation of county funding for the new development.
  • Sound TransitThe regional transit system near the site, which links new housing to public transit.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • El Centro de la Raza might see increased demand for housing delivery services due to the partnership.

  • King CountySpeculative

    King County might see increased property values and commercial sales due to the mixed-use redevelopment.

  • Sound TransitSpeculative

    Sound Transit could see increased ridership demand due to the new housing located near the light-rail station.

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