One Seattle Plan
The HHCC has been working diligently to inform the neighborhood about the One Seattle Plan. We have also been collaborating with the Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development and the Seattle City Council to help them make informed decisions during the comprehensive planning process.
Official HHCC Letters to Council
Official HHCC One Seattle Letter (June 2025)
Letter responding the council’s recent One Seattle Plan amendments: Official HHCC Amendment 39 Support Letter (September 2025)
Get Involved
The council is currently considering dozens of amendments to the One Seattle Plan. We encourage you to reach out to the mayor and council to make your voice heard.
Email council@seattle.gov and ask them to vote Yes on the following Amendments to the proposed Neighborhood Centers and the tree protection amendments which are supported by the Seattle Times Editorial Board:
Amendment # 39, which changes the boundaries to the proposed Bryant Neighborhood Center
Amendment #40, which changes the boundaries to the Ravenna Neighborhood Center
Amendment #41, which changes the boundaries to the Wedgwood Neighborhood center
Amendment #81, which would allow nationally designated historic districts to regulate the cladding/siding of houses within that district. (This is similar to what was proposed and passed in the interim HB 1110 legislation.)
Amendment #93, which provides incentives to preserve Tier 2 trees by allowing reductions to setbacks and offering bonuses to height and floorspace.
Amendment #102, which gives the Director of the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections the ability to require alternative design plans to support the retention of trees and updates the definition of the “Tree Protection Area” which will protect existing large trees.
Council Contact Information
Rob Saka, District 1 (206) 684-8801 Rob.Saka@seattle.gov
Mark Solomon, District 2 (206) 684-8802 Mark.Solomon2@seattle.gov
Joy Hollingsworth, District 3 // (206) 684-8803 Joy.Hollingsworth@seattle.gov
Maritza Rivera, District 4 // (206) 684-8804 Maritza.Rivera@seattle.gov
Debora Juarez, District 5 // (206) 684-8805 Debora.Juarez@seattle.gov
Dan Strauss, District 6 // (206) 684-8806 Dan.Strauss@seattle.gov
Bob Kettle, District 7 (206) 684-8807 Robert.Kettle@seattle.gov
Alexis Mercedes Rinck, Citywide // (206) 684-8808 AlexisMercedes.Rinck@seattle.gov
Sara Nelson, Citywide (206) 684-8809 Sara.Nelson@seattle.gov
Amendment 39 Example Email
I am writing to express my support for approving Amendment 39 version #1, which limits the scope of Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan to increase residential density, specifically for the Bryant Neighborhood Center around the intersection of 40th Ave NE and NE 55th St.
As a resident of this neighborhood, I have experienced first-hand how the area’s current growth has increased traffic and sound pollution, decreased available parking, and reduced green spaces. Increasing density in this location would further “urbanize” this residential area, having a negative impact on its livability, walkability, and residential neighborhood appeal.
In addition to my observations, the following objective issues exist that support approving amendment 39 version #1 to limit the scope of the Bryant Neighborhood Center:
1. The Bryant Neighborhood Center has the fewest number of retail business
a. This is compared against all 30 proposed neighborhood centers.
b. There are only 2 retail businesses (Metropolitan Market and Yummy Café), and each may not have the longevity to stay in that location.
c. I have experienced each retail space vacant for long periods of time and that could happen again due to lease and/or profit issues.
2. The intersection of 40th NE and NE55th does not contain a robust commercial district.
a. There is no prospect of increasing retail shops, because there is no space available.
b. The other commercial properties are Seattle Fire Station #38, a senior center, and an office building, which will not have retail space.
3. There is no major transit stop in this neighborhood center.
a. Only one route (65) runs throughout the week, and it requires rerouting to Sand Point Way during snow and ice conditions.
b. The other route (79) runs only during the weekday at 1-hour intervals and will stop completely during inclement weather.
c. Increasing population density without transit will further increase congestion as residents will need to rely on their cars or walk to Sand Point Way.
4. Street parking demands would exceed capacity.
a. Rezoning for higher density housing surpasses the ability to accommodate parking needs. These calculations are based on recent census data and planning standards.
b. If parking requirements for new development are not enforced, then ALL nearby streets would be impacted, even beyond the neighborhood center.
c. This will increase the danger to pedestrians, playing children, and all residents.
d. This could also impact the delivery of emergency services from Station #38.
To reiterate my position, I appeal for you to approve Amendment 39 version #1, which limits the scope of Seattle’s comprehensive plan to increase residential density, specifically for the Bryant Neighborhood Center around the intersection of 40th Ave NE and NE 55th St.
Thank you for listening to my input and voting to support your citizen constituency.
