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Committee sends First Hill alley vacation (Block 52) to council, citing public‑space and streetscape improvements

3209168 · May 7, 2025
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Summary

The Transportation Committee recommended passage of council bill 120945 to vacate an alley on First Hill to enable two apartment towers, a public plaza and streetscape improvements around Town Hall Seattle; committee members cited pedestrian benefits and alignment with adjacent Freeway Park.

The Transportation Committee on May 6 recommended passage of an ordinance (council bill 120945) to vacate the alley in Block 52 (bounded by Seneca and Spring Streets and Seventh and Eighth Avenues on First Hill) and accept a property use and…

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