Old Saint Edward seminary should be a hotel, parks commission says Kenmore's historic seminary building at Saint Edward State Park will become a hotel. The Washington State Parks Commission voted unanimously Monday to... Paige Browning
Tired of commuting, a bedroom community near Seattle takes a risk Marysville is the fastest growing big city in western Washington because there’s space to build housing. But there aren’t many jobs in Marysville. So... Joshua McNichols
'Rats!' Say rodents to Seattle's new building code 2017 may not be a good year for Seattle’s booming rat population. The city’s new building code as of Jan. 1 requires developers to get rid of rats from... Ann Dornfeld
These roads will bust through Aurora Avenue after new tunnel opens The tunnel boring machine called Bertha is currently about a half mile from the end of its journey. Contractors expect to be pulling it out of the... Joshua McNichols
There's a spot for me at Vulcan's Central District development. But do I want it? Seattle’s Central District was historically important to African Americans, until many were priced out. Joshua McNichols
Queen Anne residents thwart backyard cottage plan for all Seattle A housing plan to bring more backyard cottages to Seattle was halted Tuesday when the city's hearing examiner ruled that the proposal needs to undergo a... Paige Browning
King County takes hard line on urban sprawl As you head east to Snoqualmie Pass on Interstate 90, lush green forests line the freeway. Joshua McNichols
Seattle's affordable housing plan ready to roll out The city of Seattle wants your feedback on a plan to channel more growth and affordable housing into the city’s most popular neighborhoods. Joshua McNichols
Teen photographers stand against gentrification Gentrification and housing affordability are hot topics in Seattle right now. They affect everyone, but typically politicians or media-savvy types... Marcie Sillman
Where does the dirt go from Seattle's big construction projects? As a general contractor who does small house remodels in Seattle, Chris Spott knows how to get rid of a pickup truck load of dirt. Joshua McNichols