Summary: The City of Seattle’s design review process, outlined in SMC 23.41.018, requires that certain new development projects undergo a discretionary review of their siting and design characteristics. Streamlined Design Review (SDR) is a type of design review specifically for townhouse developments and other small forms of low-rise multifamily housing. This Tip provides general information about SDR and offers detailed instructions about the application, submittal, and review process.
Date Revised: 03/31/2022