Seattle Design Commission Administrative Records
Scope and Contents Note
Records documenting programs and policies of the commission, including outreach efforts, design awards, and public involvement. Includes discussion of potential legislation, departmental reorganization, and coordination with other city agencies.
Dates
- Creation: 1984-2008
- Creation: Majority of material found within 1998-2005
Creator
- Seattle Design Commission (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
Records are open to the public.
Historical Note
The Seattle Design Commission (SDC) was established in 1968 to ensure that public facilities and projects incorporate high standards of design quality. The SDC reviews public projects and makes recommendations in the areas of urban design context, public access, open space planning, integration of public art, and streetscape design. SDC review is a required element of the public design review process. The Commission is comprised of ten citizens, including artists, architects, urban planners, engineers, environmental planners, and landscape architects. Commissioners are appointed to two-year terms by the Mayor and are confirmed by City Council.
Full Extent
0.4 Cubic Feet (1 box)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Records documenting programs and policies of the commission.
Location of Records
SMA
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description note
- Finding aid written in English
Repository Details
Part of the Seattle Municipal Archives Repository