Sammamish council opens hearing on amended Brownstones West agreement, focuses on road realignment and stormwater

The Sammamish City Council on Tuesday opened a public hearing on the second amended and restated development agreement for the Brownstones West project, focusing on a proposed realignment of Southeast Sixth Street, a consolidated stormwater facility, added sidewalks and angled parking intended to improve park access and reduce impervious surface.

City Development Review Manager Joseph C., joined by Matt (Deputy Director, Community Development), and applicants Peter Brennan (vice president of land development, Innovation Realty Partners) and Matt Samwick (CEO, Innovation Realty Partners), outlined the proposal. Under the amendment, the applicant would construct the northern half of Southeast Sixth Street on its property; the city plans to design and build the southern half later under the adopted six‑year Transportation Improvement Plan. Joseph said the applicant’s portion is anticipated to be complete by Jan. 1, 2026, unless the city agrees to a later date.

The amendment is presented as a more “holistic” approach to the roadway near the Lower Commons Park. City staff said consolidating the roadway and…