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Worker housing built in the 1920s to open as worker housing in 2009
Image courtesy Scott Shapiro
Two local developers are teaming up to turn a former single-room-occupancy hotel in the International District into a moderate-rent project that will include tiny apartments, hostel rooms or both in a market that has become increasingly pricey.
 

Chopp tells the port viaduct can become city's front porch

By MARGIE SLOVAN

With much enthusiasm, Washington State House Speaker Frank Chopp explained his vision for replacing the Alaskan Way Viaduct to a mostly receptive Seattle Port Commission yesterday.

 

A major overhaul for LEED certification coming in 2009

By KATIE ZEMTSEFF

Next year, both the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED certification system and the LEED AP exam are going to look completely different, following the biggest overhaul of the green building rating system in its eight-year history.

 

UW north campus delayed due to conflict over sites

Lawmakers from Snohomish County have been unable to agree on a location for a new state college north of Seattle, effectively delaying the timeline for opening a new branch of the University of Washington.

 

Streetcar concept is moving forward

By SHAWNA GAMACHE

With several streetcar lines now in the works or in place across the city, Seattle City Council member Jan Drago said the city needs a streetcar network rather than unconnected lines.

 

Design Perspectives: Team ‘steps up' proposal for Civic Square design

Updated design plans show better street connections, weather protection, pedestrian access and a retail wing that frees up room for a green roof.

 
SeattleScape: Does Portland's architecture stink?
Portland has great neighborhoods, bustling streets, and swoon-worthy transit. But are any of its buildings worth writing home about?

 
Green Building Blog: What to do this week in green
It never fails to amaze me that all green building people schedule all green events during the same few time slots. This week is no exception.

 

TODAY'S STORIES

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Design Perspectives: Team ‘steps up' proposal for Civic Square design

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European process speeds Oregon bridge replacement

Library and YWCA opens in White Center

Chopp tells the port viaduct can become city's front porch

Streetcar concept is moving forward

Business

Vanguard's Bogle sees a long recession

No umbrellas at inauguration

Stocks rebound sharply after Monday's drop

California port delays cargo fees

WaMu keeping Texas center open

Potlatch to spin off manufacturing firm

Construction

Screen media maker opens Puyallup division

Salt shortage could mean a slippery winter commute

Workers' comp premiums rising 3%

Beazer's quarterly loss balloons to $474M

Environment

A major overhaul for LEED certification coming in 2009

Asbestos lawsuit settled for $140M

Real Estate

UO wants name on historic sign

Worker housing built in the 1920s to open as worker housing in 2009

UW north campus delayed due to conflict over sites

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