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Summary: The City of Seattle’s design review process requires
that certain new construction projects undergo a
discretionary review of the siting and design of new
development. This Tip is intended to provide general
information about design review and offer detailed
instructions about the application, submittal and
review process.
Date Revised: 09/26/2023
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