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New Urban Design Board begins project reviews; two projects slated for final review next week

5916728 · October 8, 2025
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The newly created Urban Design Board told IPS on Oct. 8 that it has completed concept reviews of two projects that will return for final review next week, and described thresholds, public notice practices and a departures process intended to streamline early applicant guidance.

Brett Santoff, chair of the Urban Design Board, told the IPS committee on Oct. 8 that the board — formed by council action in May 2024 and first meeting in January — has held orientation, walking tours and concept design reviews for two projects that triggered urban design project review.

“Urban design project review is limited to certain geographical areas of the city, downtown, Tacoma Mall or mixed-use centers,” Santoff said. The board has seven members with professional and community representation. The board’s responsibilities…

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