SEATTLE—November 30, 2002—On November 21 the Seattle Design Commission reviewed the Master Plan for the redeveloped High Point community and approved it enthusiastically. They also gave it high marks for the participatory process that accompanied its development.
The Design Commission made several comments and recommendations about the plan, including the following:
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The Design Commission strongly supports the urban design approach taken and the vision and realization of this plan based on the reintroduction of the historic street pattern and respect for the topography
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Commends the active participation of SPU and the incredible opportunity that SHA has presented
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Appreciates and recognize all of the pieces that had to come together in the contract rezone to manage density
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Commends the design going forward and seeding the site for future design
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Thanks Seattle Housing Authority for going far in integrating different types of units throughout the plan
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Will support, in any way they can, the street design idiosyncrasies that will make the project work, such as building sidewalks to preserve trees and working with SDOT to create a pedestrian feel on Sylvan Way
The Design Commission approved the street vacations that were requested in the Master Use Plan. In early 2003 the street vacation plan will go to the Seattle City Council for consideration.