We’ve written here a bit about how rapid condo development is putting the squeeze on the arts community in Capitol Hill. Since the spring, city staff and arts organizations as well as local commercial artists like us at DK have been convening to talk about whether the arts and real estate development in Capitol Hill can co-exist sustainably.
Open house
What’s going to happen to the Pike/Pine corridor of Capitol Hill down the line?
Seattle City Councilmember Tom Rasmussen will host an open house tomorrow, Tuesday, October 14, to talk about what he calls “neighborhood conservation” for the Pike/Pine corridor. They’ll talk about the first phase of proposed land use code changes, which the city says are intended to preserve the character of Pike/Pine.
Background
The Pike/Pine neighborhood of Capitol Hill has had a special zoning designation since 1995.
This zoning, known as an “overlay district,” has promoted the development we have seen, with commercial buildings on the ground floor, and housing above. Unfortunately, the development has caused the demolition of unique buildings and the loss of small local businesses that make Pike/Pine a unique and affordable neighborhood. The proposed land use code changes will address these issues.
Pike/Pine neighborhood conservation open house
Tuesday, October 14 :: 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Seattle Central Community College Room 1110
Capitol Hill, Seattle
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